The Stove Network
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 […]
Anna Murray - Personal Project Exhibition ‘The Gaze’ is a short film and accompanying song focusing on the impact the male gaze has on the daily lives of women and non-binary people. It explores ways in which we view ourselves in the third person in order to fit into a standard of being that doesn’t […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Come along to find out about the exciting WRITE! Anthology project. This session will give you information about what we're doing, along with an opportunity to take part, and possibly have your creative writing included. The session will include a tour of the Print House and the risograph technology that will be used to print […]
lo Capitano | Matteo Garrone |2024 | Drama | 122 mins | France | French | 15 Io Capitano tells the story of Seydou and Moussa, two Senegalese teenagers who leave Dakar to travel to Europe where they believe opportunities await. On a journey neither could have imagined, the boys face the dangers of the […]
From performing at quaint dinner parties, to a haunted castle: Ryan's journey as a magician has been nothing but varied! Now, Ryan takes his immersive, contemplative brand of magic to The Stove. Enjoy an evening of mysterious marvels with Ryan, as he shares strange tales, unique feats, and even shows off his new favourite sunhat. […]
Magic: the Gathering is a collectable trading card game dating back to 1993. Players use their decks, containing lands, spells, and creatures, to battle against their opponent using a variety of tactics and strategies until one player emerges victorious. Magic comes in many formats, each with its own list of cards that are allowed to […]
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 […]
Join us this Guid Nychburris Day for a series of hands-on creative activities that explore what it truly means to be a neighbour. Get stuck in with screen printing, badge making, gift-giving and more – all contributing to a new café-style installation capturing stories, memories, and everyday acts of neighbourliness. From the smallest encounter or […]
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 […]
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 […]
A Celebration of 14 Years of the Stove + a Fond Farewell to Matt Baker. We’re throwing open the doors, spilling out into the street, and inviting everyone to a big community bash to celebrate 14 years of the Stove — and to mark the departure of our co-founder and long-time Chief Executive, Matt Baker […]
