What’s On

Dunoon Calendar

Are you looking to see what’s happening that can tempt you out of your cozy armchair, then you are in the right place. Just sit tight for a short while and watch this page. If you are organizing a local event then why not tell us about it and we will print the details in the Dunoon Calendar. We may even include you in our radio programme of the same name. We shall even be visiting some events with the infamous roving mike reporting for Community News. It could be a fund raiser, coffee morning, car boot sale or even a public awareness meeting. If you want folk to know – this is the place to go! Some weekly events are also listed under the Clubs and Orgnisations page

WHATS ON

LIVE MUSIC SPORT ORGANISATIONS WORKSHOPS CRAFT FAIRS SHOWS

10th July 2010 – Saturday and every Saturday thereafter till 4th September

Exhibition at Dunoon’s Burgh Hall from 1pm till 4pm multi-story is a collaborative arts project based in the distinctive Red Road housing estate, in North Glasgow. Established in 2004 by Street Level Photoworks in partnership with The Scottish Refugee Council and the YMCA, it supports the integration of asylum seekers and refugees through creative activity, celebrating the different cultural traditions co-existing within the changing community. In 2007 plans for the demolition of all seven Red Road tower blocks were announced, signalling the end for these iconic Glasgow landmarks.

 This unique exhibition showcases artworks created in the last two years by local residents from over 15 countries, which they have produced with community organisations and artists Lindsay Perth and Iseult Timmermans. Using traditional and contemporary art participants explored issues around regeneration, the creation of new communities, as well as recording memories in the estate.

AUGUST

24th August 2010 – Tuesday

Coffee mornings in Hanover Street Hall from 10am till noon. Tea, coffee, home baking and friendly chat. All welcome 

Cowal Music Project Showcase featuring Lemon Party Fo4r and more for under 18’s at the Burgh Hall from 7.30pm to 9.30pm Tickets £3.00

25th August 2010 – Wednesday

Waverley – 2 Lochs and a Castle, enjoy a wonderful afternoon cruise steaming up Loch long and Loch Goil viewing Carrick Castle. Leave Dunoon pier at 1.50pm back at 3.50pm. Adults £17, Senior Citizens £15. For further information see  www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk

Kirn Gala Music, dancers, Pipe Bands, Charity Stalls and lots of fun for all the family. Join in the fun on Wednesday Evening at Kirn Village

26th August 2010 – Thursday

Waverley – Arran, Bute and Cumbrae – Cruise to the Island of Bute to Visit Rothesay Adults £17, SC £15. Millport £19.95, SC £17.95 or steam on to visit Brodick on the Isle of Arran £26.95, SC £23.95, or enjoy a magnificent cruise viewing Arran, Bute and Cumbrae and steaming round holy Isle of Pladda Island Adults £29.95, SC £27.95. Go to www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk for further information

Dr Hip and the Blues operation with Drums and Roses, Evil Genius, Acoustic Sounds and Megan Strapp. At the Burgh Hall Tickets £4.00 Licensed

26th – 28th August 2010 – Thursday to Saturday

Cowal Highland Gathering 3 days of events including Pipe Bands, Highland Dancing, Traditional Sports, Ceildh Tent, Shinty all culminating with the mass pipes before the march down the main street. For further information on whats happening www.cowalgathering.com

27th August 2010 – Friday

Waverley - leaves Dunoon pier at 12.20pm back 3.15pm. The band plays as waverley steams to the Isle of Bute, view the Coast of Argyll and enjoy a visit to Rothesay. Adults £15.95, concessions £13.95

Ardkinglas House Tours. Partake in a guided tour exploring this glorious house still occupied by the descendants of sir Andrew and Lady Margery Noble. Located in Cairndow at the head of Loch Fyne. The tour starts at 2.30pm and costs £6.00 per person. Must be booked in advance by contacting the Estate Office on 01499 600261 or emailing info@ardkinglas.com. For further information visit www.ardkinglas.com

Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham Scottish Tour 2010 ‘Simply the best traditional musicians you are ever likely to hear’ At the Queens Hall, doors open at 7.30pm, tickets £15. Call the box office on 01369 702800 for tickets or see www.philandaly.com  for further information. 

Uig Hall Cowal Games Ceildh Dance with Canned Haggis from 8pm Tickets £6, under 12’s £2. Call 01369 706591 for tickets.

Gaberlunzie with Clair Tierney Band and Drums and Roses at The Burgh Hall, Tickets £8.00

28th August 2010 – Saturday

Waverley with live music, cruise to the Isle of Bute and enjoy a visit to Rothesay £17.95. Or view magnificent scenery as you steam through the world-famous Kyles of Bute to visit the Highland village of Tighnabruaich £25. Leave Dunoon Pier at 2.15pm back at 6.25pm. See www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk  

31st August 2010 – Tuesday

Coffee mornings in Hanover Street Hall from 10am till noon. Tea, coffee, home baking and friendly chat. All welcome 

SEPTEMBER

1st September 2010 – Wednesday

Bat Watch – A fantastic oppurtunity to meet lacal bat experts and to find out more about these incredible, elusive creatures and their habitats with a talk and guided walk. refreshments will be provided. Run in conjunction with Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and sponsored by Loch Eck Caravan Park. £5 per person (children free – must be accompanied by an adult) Meet at Glenbranter information centre at 7.30pm. All ages welcome though the evnt may go beyond 10pm. Please come dressed for the weather, with waterproofs, sturdy footwear, a torch and midge repellent (or net) essential. sorry – no dogs allowed. Booking essential, call Steve on 01786 220222,   see www.lochlomond-trossachs.org or www.forestry.gov.uk    for further information

8th September 2010 – Wednesday

Bat Watch – A fantastic oppurtunity to meet lacal bat experts and to find out more about these incredible, elusive creatures and their habitats with a talk and guided walk. refreshments will be provided. Run in conjunction with Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and sponsored by Loch Eck Caravan Park. £5 per person (children free – must be accompanied by an adult) Meet at Ardentinny Car Park at 7.30pm. All ages welcome though the evnt may go beyond 10pm. Please come dressed for the weather, with waterproofs, sturdy footwear, a torch and midge repellent (or net) essential. sorry – no dogs allowed. Booking essential, call Steve on 01786 220222,   see www.lochlomond-trossachs.org or www.forestry.gov.uk    for further information

15th September 2010 – Wednesday

Bat Watch – A fantastic oppurtunity to meet lacal bat experts and to find out more about these incredible, elusive creatures and their habitats with a talk and guided walk. refreshments will be provided. Run in conjunction with Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and sponsored by Loch Eck Caravan Park. £5 per person (children free – must be accompanied by an adult) Meet at Kilbride Car Park at 7.30pm. All ages welcome though the evnt may go beyond 10pm. Please come dressed for the weather, with waterproofs, sturdy footwear, a torch and midge repellent (or net) essential. sorry – no dogs allowed. Booking essential, call Steve on 01786 220222,   see www.lochlomond-trossachs.org or www.forestry.gov.uk    for further information

18th September 2010 – Saturday

Ceilidh with Ian Angus McLeod in the Park Hotel in aid of  Mod 2012. 

24th September 2010 – Friday

Ardkinglas House Tours. Partake in a guided tour exploring this glorious house still occupied by the descendants of sir Andrew and Lady Margery Noble. Located in Cairndow at the head of Loch Fyne. The tour starts at 2.30pm and costs £6.00 per person. Must be booked in advance by contacting the Estate Office on 01499 600261 or emailing info@ardkinglas.com. For further information visit www.ardkinglas.com

25th September 2010 – Saturday

MacFloyd Talented musicians deliver one of the best tribute Pink Floyd shows at the Queens Hall. Doors open 7.30pm, tickets cost £12. Call the box office on 01369 702800 for tickets and further information

OCTOBER

8th – 17th October 2010

Cowalfest the annual walking and arts festival with more than 80 walks led by expet and knowledgeable leaders. All ages and abilities are catered for and the walks cover such interests as wildlife, bird watching, drama, photography, art, history, heritage, folklore, tai chi, great gardens, potholing along with some great hill walks including the oppurtunity to complete over 6 days ‘The Cowal Way’. For further information go to www.cowalfest.org 

22nd October 2010 – Friday

Oasis V’s Stone Roses A tribute as good as the real thing. At the Queens Hall, doors open 7.30pm, tickets cost £14. Call the box office on 01369 702800 for tickets and further information.

29th October 2010 – Friday
Ardkinglas House Tours. Partake in a guided tour exploring this glorious house still occupied by the descendants of sir Andrew and Lady Margery Noble. Located in Cairndow at the head of Loch Fyne. The tour starts at 2.30pm and costs £6.00 per person. Must be booked in advance by contacting the Estate Office on 01499 600261 or emailing info@ardkinglas.com. For further information visit www.ardkinglas.com

NOVEMBER
DECEMBER

All information is given in good faith, unfortunately we are unable to accept reponsibility for any errors, please contact individual organisers to check details.