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‘Everything Is Rubbish And All Rubbish Is Wonderful’ is a celebration of the unserious and an opportunity to delve into the lost artist within us all 😀👍 xxx Join James Gough, one of this year's Creative Spacers, for the grand opening on Thursday 1st of May at The Coach and Horses Inn where we can chew […]
This month we share debut feature from Irish documentarist Pat Collins, taking the form of a trip through the West of Ireland as a sound-recordist returning from Berlin seeks to capture the sound of silence, but after meeting the local inhabitants is drawn back to his own roots on Tory Island off the coast of […]
Brought to you by Up Yer Airts The prestigious Loud Poets Slam Series returns for its third year! Watch Dumfries and Galloway’s top poets compete in one of 10 heats taking place across Scotland and England for the biggest prize in UK slam poetry. The winner will take home £200 and qualify for the 2025 […]
Doongamers are a friendly, inclusive community of Doonhamer gamers with a passion for geek culture from Magic to D&D, Digimon to collectables! Hosting regular gaming sessions at the Stove Cafe, the community is always on the look-out for new members. With a community both in-person and online, Doongamers is fun-first, competition second. Oh, and milkshakes. […]
Welcome to WRITE! Join us at our monthly creative writing workshop with author Karl Drinkwater. WRITE! is all about letting your imagination guide your hand. In each session we’ll chat about a writing-related topic, then provide prompts and a theme. Then attendees are given the opportunity to write based on the inspiration. It might be a […]
On the 9th and 10th of May 2025, our Creative Spacer Sonah, will be hosting an exchange at The Stove Cafe, 100 High Street, Dumfries, from 9am to 5pm. "There, you’ll find me with a selection of jewellery I’ve made over the past month. Each piece is handmade by me and not for sale. Instead, […]
This month's Sonic Labs will be taking place at the earlier date of the 14th of May. Our June session will resume at the regular time on the last Wednesday of each month. Welcome to Sonic Labs (formerly known as Free Improvisation!), a hub where noise and sound collide in a whirlwind of creativity. Crafted […]
The Climate Kitchen, run by local community members, is a space for learning, sharing, contributing and working together to do something positive for the climate! ⏰. 5:30pm for complimentary light supper, event runs 6:00-8:00pm ⭐ Dumfries Climate Kitchen is free to attend but we will be accepting CASH DONATIONS on the night to help fund […]
For amateur bakers and bread enthusiasts alike. Doughlicious is a bread club with a twist. Share recipes and techniques in a relaxed atmosphere and get practical with some hands-on activity. Open to all! Discover more about Doughlicious here. The levain will be provided, but you’ll need to bring some tools from home. These are: A mixing […]
You’re invited to join a friendly and welcoming community in the Doongamers group, with live gaming meet-ups taking place at The Stove. Digimon is about creatures which inhabit a “Digital World”, a parallel universe that originated from Earth’s various communication networks. Starter deck provided for new players £5 entrance fee, provides 1 booster pack from […]
Calling all of Dumfries & Galloway's young creatives! Join the Creative Spaces team for an evening of networking and reflection this May!You are invited to the Creative Spaces Showcase 2025! 🎉🥳 Creative Spaces is a collective of Dumfries-based young creatives, working with and advocating for our region’s young artists. Join us at our Showcase for […]
Join Kirsty Geddes, from the Stove Network, for an introduction to all things Riso Printing! Information to be announced. This workshop is for people aged 16-30. This event is part of our Creative Spaces Showcase Micro Festival. If you are aged 16-30, interested in the Creative Sector and are based in Dumfries & Galloway, make […]
James Gough - Personal Project Exhibition: ‘Everything is rubbish and all rubbish is wonderful’. This debut exhibition will be a celebration of the unserious, and an opportunity to delve into the lost artist within us all. James draws inspiration from his own life experience and his works act as a light hearted social commentary. He […]
Join us at Caerlaverock Castle for a vibrant afternoon celebrating sound, storytelling, hidden histories, and collective imagination. Over the past year, young creatives, local groups, and artists have been reimagining Caerlaverock through a creative lens. The Finale brings their shared journey to life—through soundscapes, installations, performances, and printed works inspired by the land and its […]
DMC presents Dave Bass’ under 18 acoustic afternoon. Showcasing even more of the incredible young & talented musicians from across the region. Enjoy a chilled afternoon with good food, great coffee and live entertainment in the heart of Dumfries High Street. Are you under 18 and would like to perform? Sign up now via Eventbrite […]
