A famous film director returns home to his native village in Sicily drawn by the news of the death of his old friend and boyhood mentor, the projectionist at the Cinema Paradiso, the social centre of the village.

Find support, make connections and discover what’s available in your community.

Glenlochar Rural, Thursday 10th September at 2pm in Balmaghie Public Hall, Laurieston.

The Song Cannot Be Silenced, by local author Larry Winger, writing under the nom de plume Aldon Law, is a general fiction novel of challenges, as its main characters face issues of voicelessness, loss of identity, and life choices that become intractable.

All welcome!

Plenty of bargains craft supplies and so much more.

Come and join us for a SUPER Saturday in Dalry Town Hall on September 12th!

A poignant and uplifting celebration of the power of melancholy music.

David & Steffi from Teamwork Horse Logging will demonstrate the skill of horse logging as a viable and sustainable option within modern forestry, showcasing the benefits to woodlands and the environment.

Les Liaisons Dangereouses by Christopher Hampton, based on the novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos

General Monthly Meeting to discuss Dalry Town Hall matters.

The Community Safety Team will be out and about in local communities as part of our autumn engagement activities with the public, utilising our mobile display trailer.

Please contact Nicola on 07376 431 441 to pre-order and book a collection slot. Location: Smithy Car Park, New Galloway

The inaugural screening of a new Community Cinema initiative in Kirkpatrick Durham Village Hall is 'Everybody to Kenmure Street', an award-winning Scottish documentary released earlier this year.

Blending Indian and Scottish traditional music, Naad-Hara presents an innovative programme of traditional melodies, original compositions, and improvisation.

Modern jazz quartet with influences from European Jazz, Scottish Folk and Impressionist Classical music.

Following our successful Spring and Summer Equinox gatherings, we return to Hensol Wood to mark the autumnal turning of the year.

Come and spend time on your sewing project. Whether it’s new, started or something you want to alter and mend.

Carsphairn Community Council and Bairn Banter are holding their annual bake sale fundraising event in September.

More information to follow.

Blending jazz with the spirit of Scottish folk, pianist Fergus McCreadie crafts music inspired by his homeland's breath-taking landscapes.

A workshop for musicians who’d like to learn some tunes from Dumfries and Galloway.

Step into a world of weightless melodies and high‑altitude calm. Richard Davies brings High Notes From In The Sky to life in a rare solo performance for soprano sax - a drifting, dreamlike journey through jazz, ambient textures, and sky‑level improvisation.

Come along and either listen to or join in with a traditional Scottish Folk Session.

One of the most innovative groups in the new wave of UK jazz, Nimbus Sextet are bringing their electrifying blend of jazz, world and dance music to top venues and festivals across the UK & Europe.

The Recreation Area is a much used and appreciated community resource.

Filmmaker Baz Luhrmann presents an intimate and cinematic portrait of one of the greatest performers of all time based on archival footage and audio recordings shown here largely for the first time.

The Community Safety Team will be out and about in local communities as part of our autumn engagement activities with the public, utilising our mobile display trailer.

Come along to see what jobs and opportunities are available in the Glenkens.

FREE event

These sessions led by Propagate are designed for those with mental health issues to come and connect with nature, meet new people, and nurture their wellbeing through gentle therapeutic gardening sessions in a supported and welcoming space.

This event is a fundraiser for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP).

Forest Learning Sessions from Bairn Banter on the last Saturday of the month at Heart of the Glen, Carsphairn.

Join us at Balmaclellan Village Hall for our FREE Climate Corner session.

Join us at Lochhill for a special afternoon of farm tours, and BBQ with produce from the farm and our regenerative farming friends. Meet the cattle, explore the veg garden, hear our plans and eat great food.

Brahms, B Major, op. 8, Rachmaninov, Trio no 2, op. 9

Join us for a night in Malaysia in aid of Parton Vilage Hall.

As part of the community engagement program at Carsphairn Community Woodland, we will be hosting woodland nature activities alongside the monthly volunteering days, with lots of fun activities to get involved in.

Last Sunday of every month .

A five-part creative community journey of Research, Reflection and Restorative Remembrance.

An exciting youth leadership group where young people help shape CatStrand's creative programme.

Invitation to public exhibition on Vestas and Force 9 Energy’s proposal for Dalmacallan Wind Farm

Balmaghie Public Hall, Laurieston Committee Meeting, Wednesday 30th September 7pm.

If rewilding can happen in Italy, Germany, Poland and Norway, could Scotland be next?

Pop in for a chat and enjoy some coffee, tea and biscuits.

Fred MaCaulay is preparing to hit the road in 2026 with the 2025 show repackaged and updated and simply called “GOOD EVENING!”. 

Song Share in Dalry.

First Saturday of each month in Lagwyne Hall.

All welcome! Come and meet your neighbours in a warm and cosy atmosphere!

Coming to CatStrand as a duo, Blue Rose Code simply has to be seen live.

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a traditional Afternoon Tea at Balmaclellan Village Hall.

When Helen's beloved father dies, she is overtaken by grief and loses herself in memories of their time birding and exploring the natural world together.

An evening of music, song and recitations in celebration of the poetry of the late Tommy Edgar MBE and the rich history of music in the Glenkens led by Brian Edgar with special guest Jo Miller. 

Dalry Town Hall Producers and Makers Market

Come and spend time on your sewing project. Whether it’s new, started or something you want to alter and mend.

An evening under the stars at Kennels Barn, Mossdale — fire, folklore, and a guided tour of the October night sky.

Prolific Glasgow-based singer, songwriter, interpreter of traditional songs and guitarist Alasdair Roberts gives a rare solo performance at CatStrand.

Session 2 of 5 – Researching the Past

A workshop for musicians who’d like to learn some tunes from Dumfries and Galloway.

General Monthly Meeting to discuss Dalry Town Hall matters.

Hexameter are a spoken word collective of six poets all closely connected with Dumfries & Galloway and key figures in Southwest Scotland’s flourishing literary scene.

Beethoven, Sonata No. 5 in C minor, Op. 10 No. 1, Schubert, Impromptus, D 899, Op. 90, Schubert, Allegretto in C minor, D 915, Beethoven, Sonata No. 32 in C minor, Op. 111 

Session 3 of 5 – Walking with Elspeth

A terrifically warm, generous film about real-life activist John Davidson, who is from Galashiels in the Scottish Borders and has Tourette syndrome, with its tics, compulsive behaviour patterns and random obscene shouts.

This compelling film captures an exclusive, deeply personal dialogue between the world-renowned land artist and the acclaimed art historian, author, and broadcaster.

The Bubblyjock Collective present ‘QUINES’, a brand-new programme celebrating female Scottish composers and neglected women from Scottish history.

Last Sunday of every month .

These seasonal guided walks will find and identify our wonderful local birds by sight and sound, providing useful birdwatching tips for beginners and information on the behaviour and ecology of the species encountered.

Session 4 of 5 – Imagining Remembrance

Exciting updates from the excavations at Stroanfreggan!

An exciting youth leadership group where young people help shape CatStrand's creative programme.

We heart Lizzie Magie! Feminist, economist, disruptor, and games designer who wanted to show the world there was an alternative to capitalist greed.

Forest Learning Sessions from Bairn Banter on the last Saturday of the month at Heart of the Glen, Carsphairn.

Fancy Dress, Sensory Play, Pumpkin Carving, Party Games, Apple Bobbing, Spooky Snacks and much more!

Introducing Birdvox and their debut album Shamming The Drama.

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a traditional Afternoon Tea at Balmaclellan Village Hall.

Hamnet is as valid a tale of the relationship between him and his wife as any other while they try to make sense of their son’s death.

Pop in for a chat and enjoy some coffee, tea and biscuits.

Song Share in Dalry.

Come and spend time on your sewing project. Whether it’s new, started or something you want to alter and mend.

First Saturday of each month in Lagwyne Hall.

All welcome! Come and meet your neighbours in a warm and cosy atmosphere!

Serotonin-raising music: soaring fiddle, acerbic lyrics and solid rhythms to move and provoke you!

Session 5 of 5 – Shaping the Future

Join the scratch choir to learn three songs for peace, freedom and justice leading to a performance that evening. 

Ever wanted to be on the inside of the trad music in the pub?

An evening of music with the Galloway Sings for Gaza Scratch Choir and local musicians, in aid of Medical Aid for Palestinians.

General Monthly Meeting to discuss Dalry Town Hall matters.

Innovator, award winning, multi-instrumentalist Malin Lewis melds Scottish West coast tradition with a newly invented, self-made bagpipe alongside stars Sally Simpson (Fiddle) and Ali Hutton (Guitar). Hair tingling, philosophical and dance inducing melodies inspired by European folk traditions, queerness and the universe.

Join us for a candle lit procession to the War Memorial at New Galloway Park for prayers and reflections.

Dalry Town Hall Producers and Makers Market

Dermot and Elvis are a couple of guys from Northern Ireland who run a record shop dealing in old-school vinyl, but they are terrorised by their mean landlord, Sadie, who owns the lease and just wants them out.

John Nelson is a keen local and family historian. At the age of 65, John rode a Clydesdale horse 130 miles into the Highlands, following in the footsteps of his ancestor’s stolen horse.

An exciting youth leadership group where young people help shape CatStrand's creative programme.

Ryan Young is a Scottish fiddle player working within the traditional music of Scotland. His playing is noted for its distinctive tone and phrasing, with an approach that places melody and expression at the centre of the music.

Forest Learning Sessions from Bairn Banter on the last Saturday of the month at Heart of the Glen, Carsphairn.

Last Sunday of every month .

Tick off your Xmas list with quality handmade gifts!

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a traditional Afternoon Tea at Balmaclellan Village Hall.

Pop in for a chat and enjoy some coffee, tea and biscuits.

Song Share in Dalry.

First Saturday of each month in Lagwyne Hall.

All welcome! Come and meet your neighbours in a warm and cosy atmosphere!

Glenkens Producers Market in Dalry Town Hall.

Described as a "gentle, lulling delight" by The Guardian, Salt House blend heartfelt vocal and instrumental interplay, offering listeners a moment of reflection and connection. 

General Monthly Meeting to discuss Dalry Town Hall matters.

Forest Learning Sessions from Bairn Banter on the last Saturday of the month at Heart of the Glen, Carsphairn.

Last Sunday of every month .

All welcome! Come and meet your neighbours in a warm and cosy atmosphere!

Come and spend time on your sewing project. Whether it’s new, started or something you want to alter and mend.

All welcome! Come and meet your neighbours in a warm and cosy atmosphere!

Come and spend time on your sewing project. Whether it’s new, started or something you want to alter and mend.

All welcome! Come and meet your neighbours in a warm and cosy atmosphere!

Come and spend time on your sewing project. Whether it’s new, started or something you want to alter and mend.

All welcome! Come and meet your neighbours in a warm and cosy atmosphere!