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QUICK SUMMARY
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.
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.
This year’s Wild Swim is being held in support of the Galloway Mountain Rescue Team and swimmers are encouraged to raise sponsorship to help support the incredible work they do across the region.
We aim to cater for all abilities and will offer you a Novice Distance triathlon (The very Wee Beltie) Standard Distance Triathlon (The Wee Beltie).
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
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.
Learn to use cutting edge technology to enable improved management and conservation practice.
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.
Blending jazz with the spirit of Scottish folk, pianist Fergus McCreadie crafts music inspired by his homeland's breath-taking landscapes.
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.
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.
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.
WEEKLY & FORTNIGHTLY EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
MONDAYS
Come along, make new friends, have fun, learn new skills and find your voice in the community. Ages P7 to S3.
Four week blocks of keep fit classes in Kirkpatrick Durham Village Hall.
Aerial Yoga and Yin Yang Yoga classes.
Join artist Ness Johnson for a relaxed, welcoming drop‑in art session suitable for anyone aged 12 years and over.
Spalding Bowling Club Green opens Saturday 26th April at 2pm.
In Balmaghie Public Hall, Laurieston.
Sessions for those interested in exploring the wellbeing effects of dance and creative movement.
A place for men to get together with the aim of improving wellbeing, reducing loneliness, and combatting isolation
A volunteer-run café serving delicious, homecooked meals and a different menu consisting of three courses every week.
Cut your way through the jargon and join us as we follow a beginner’s course.
Come and join us for a play and a blether.
Tai Chi in Dalry Town Hall
TUESDAYS
For the 6 weeks (starting Tuesday 25th August) New Galloway Town Hall will host Alzheimer Scotland's Nibbles and Natters sessions.
A mat-based functional Hatha Yoga class using breath and slow flow to help flexibility, mobility and de-stress, leaving you feeling refreshed, grounded and relaxed.
In New Galloway Town Hall.
Learn a new craft and make all sorts of things using wool for £6 a session.
This is a gentle form of exercise that can improve strength, flexibility, balance, and reduce stress.
It will be a friendly and enjoyable session, with tea and biscuits at the end.
Fun free sessions in Dalry Library.
An informal evening where you can play table tennis or carpet bowls.
Booking essential. Contact Amy on 07733111466
Tuesdays 10am - 12noon the church will be open for private prayer or reflection, or just to have a look round and chat with Dawn.
Dog training with Eric Boradhurst.
WEDNESDAYS
A fun and energetic drama group where young people build confidence through theatre games, storytelling, improvisation, and performance.
A welcoming singing group led by Erin where young people develop their vocal skills, confidence, and performance abilities.
Come along and try something new for 2026, meet people, have fun and a blether with a cup of tea and try your hand at Art All Art materials are supplied.
Glenkens Oil Painters Group, suitable for Beginners - Intermediate.
New members, all ages, abilities and media welcome!
The Glenkens Ukulele Group are looking for new (and old) members to come and play along with us on Wednesday evenings.
Whether you are brand new to sewing or an expert, the new fortnightly Make Do and Mend Sessions at Balmaclellan Village Hall welcomes everyone.
Video-led Tai Chi Instruction. For more information, email Lesley - lesleyblissett52@gmail.com.
Our Group is informal and friendly, just come and enjoy a cup of tea, chat and have some company and is open to anyone engaging in any kind of crafting.
The centre in the church hall is open from 1.30-4.30pm every Wednesday in the summer. The Hearse Hoose alongside the Kirk with more historical information is open daily.
THURSDAYS
Designed for older young people looking to improve their guitar skills and musical confidence.
A group guitar class designed for younger players who want to learn chords, songs, and basic techniques.
Explore the basics of keyboard playing while developing musical knowledge, rhythm, coordination and confidence.
Learn to play the ukulele in a fun and supportive group setting.
Had a long day? Feeling stressed? Feeling hot and bothered? Come along to this informal group and meet new, or old, like-minded folk.
Aerial Yoga and Yin Yang Yoga classes.
Spalding Bowling Club Green opens Saturday 26th April at 2pm.
In Kirkpatrick Durham Village Hall.
A warm and inclusive space for people to meet, share and relax.
Evening prayers on Zoom from St Margaret’s Church.
Booking essential. Contact Amy on 07733111466
FRIDAYS
A place where history buffs – budding or otherwise – can come and exchange memories of New Galloway and pore over archival material as it relates to our little burgh.
Active Youth Group, meeting weekly in Crossmichael Memorial Hall.
Yoga in Mossdale Village Hall, suitable for all levels.
Weekly craft group in Lagwyne Hall.
SATURDAYS
A creative club for children who love to make, imagine, and discover.
Bairn Banter is a free, family friendly group offering a relaxed play environment for families to meet up and share play experiences together.
Community library in Balmaclellan Village Hall.
SUNDAYS
Learn and elevate your skills and get ready to dance in the youth players pantomime!
Help bring our annual pantomime to life by creating scenery, props, costumes, and visual effects.
Join the cast of CatStrand's annual pantomime and experience the excitement of creating a live theatre production.
It's a great way to get out onto the water! We paddle every week (weather permitting) from Galloway Activity Centre.
St Margaret’s Sunday church service.
A service is held each Sunday in one of the four Kirks.