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Saturday 2nd
– Saturday 9th
March
Scottish Local History Week is co-ordinated annually by LOCSCOT, a sub-group of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals Local Studies Group. It is organised as a national event to provide an opportunity for Library authorities to raise the profile of their Local Studies and related collections by organising events, exhibitions and other activities to highlight aspects of the local history of their area, working with colleagues, partner organisations, community groups and schools in their own area on a wide range of projects. Most, but not all, events are related to an annual theme set by LOCSCOT and most happen during or around Scottish Local History Week. The theme of Scottish Local History Week 2013 is “Superstition.” The purpose of the week is to highlight the resources which are held in Local History collections across Scotland, giving a fascinating insight into the superstitions, the folklore, myths and legends which exist in different parts of the country and some of the tales of witchcraft and the supernatural. This list gives a flavour of some of the events which are taking place in all corners of Scotland. As the events vary, showing how imaginative and innovative our Local History colleagues are
ABERDEEN
The Haunted North: Aberdeen's true Ghost Stories
A talk by author Graeme Milne on Wednesday 6th March 2013 from 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm in the Central Library, Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen. AB25 1GW.
The talk will illustrate why he considers Aberdeen to be one of the most haunted cities in Scotland. The area has had a long and sometimes bloody history which many consider a requisite for alleged paranormal activity. However, Graeme thinks that people will be surprised to hear that 'ghosts' can appear in the most unlikely of locations. During his six years of research he has amassed numerous eye witness accounts and he will discuss these as well as his own personal experiences during the event. From Aberdeen's most iconic buildings to bland municipal housing each has a story to tell. Graeme has written two books of paranormal tales from Aberdeen and the North East, “The haunted North” and “The haunted North Two” Free, but booking is essential on 01224 652512
Display of creating writing with a supernatural twist, inspired by historic news articles during March in the Central Library, Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen. AB25 1GW Free, usual Library opening hours
BEARSDEN (East Dunbartonshire)
Local History photographs
A selection of photographs from the Library’s extensive Local History photograph collection with a focus on Superstition and Folklore from Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th March in Brookwood Library, 166 Drymen Road, Bearsden G61 3RJ Telephone : 0141 777 3021 Free, usual Library opening hours For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch.G66 1AD. Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Superstition and folklore: local stories and tales
From Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th March in Brookwood Library, 166 Drymen Road, Bearsden G61 3RJ. Tel: 0141 777 3021
With a focus on storytelling and gathering activities, we have been asking the local community to pass on any stories and tales told over the years about places, buildings and people in the local area. This could be a ghost story, popular belief, tall tale or local superstition. Many of these stories, never written down or recorded, will be on display For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Superstition and folklore
A creative writing workshop with Annete Allison on Monday 4th March from 1.30pm – 3.30pm in Westerton Library, 82 Maxwell Avenue, Bearsden, G61 1NZ Telephone : 0141 943 0780
Everyone has a tale to tell, or a spooky story they have been told. Based on the Superstition and Folklore theme, we are looking for people who know of such tales, myths, superstitions and traditions. The workshop will be fun – who doesn’t love hearing a great story well told. So if you have a story to share and would enjoy hearing others, why not come along? For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
BISHOPBRIGGS (East Dunbartonshire)
Superstition and folklore
A creative writing workshop with Annete Allison on Wednesday 6th March from 1.30pm – 3.30pm in Bishopbriggs Library, 170 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2LX Telephone : 0141 772 4513
Everyone has a tale to tell, or a spooky story they have been told. Based on the Superstition and Folklore theme, we are looking for people who know of such tales, myths, superstitions and traditions. The workshop will be fun – who doesn’t love hearing a great story well told. So if you have a story to share and would enjoy hearing others, why not come along? For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Folktales and music
By Claire Hewitt on Wednesday 6th March at 6.30pm in Bishopbriggs Library, 170 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2LX Telephone : 0141 772 4513 For your free ticket, please contact Bishopbriggs Library, telephone : 0141 772 4513
Storyeller Claire Hewitt will entrance adults and children alike with a magical evening of traditional tales. She will draw you into the world of legend with haunting music on the Celtic harp and encourage everyone to join in with her mythical tales. Free event suitable for adults and children. For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
CARLUKE (South Lanarkshire)
Then and now
Exhibition from 1st April – 26th April in Carluke Library, Carnwath Road, Carluke ML8 4DR Telephone : 01555 772134 Free, usual Library opening hours
This is a photographic exhibition of places in Clydesdale, showing them as they are now compared with a century ago. Maybe you can see your Granny’s house?
CLARKSTON (East Renfrewshire)
Greenbank House and Garden
A talk on Tuesday 5th March, 7.30pm in Clarkston Community Library, Clarkston Road, Clarkston, East Renfrewshire G76 8NE Telephone : 0141 577 4972
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of Greenbank House, David Ferguson, Head Gardener and Property Manager, will be recounting the unique history of the property and describing plans for the garden
The event is free, but numbers are strictly limited and booking is essential. Places can be reserved at Clarkston Community Library, telephone 0141 577 4972 but for more information please contact East Renfrewshire Heritage Service on 0141 577 3872 or at [email protected]
DALGETY BAY (Fife)
Witchcraft in Fife
A talk on Wednesday 8th March at 7.30pm in Dalgety Bay Library, Regents Way, Dalgety Bay, KY11 9UY Telephone : 01383 602364 e-mail : [email protected]
DUMFRIES (Dumfries and Galloway)
Mostly Ghostly
A talk on Wednesday 6th March at 7.30pm by our local paranormal investigators – Mostly Ghostly - at Georgetown Library, Gillbrae Road Dumfries DG1 4EJ. Telephone 01387 256059 Free, coffee and biscuits will be served
Superstitions and folklore
A reminiscence session and talk by Erica Johnson on Thursday 7th March from 10am - 12 noon in the Ewart Library, Catherine Street, Dumfries DG1 1JB Telephone 01387 253820 Free, coffee and biscuits will be served
DUNDEE
Local lore : myths, ghosts and superstition
A display of materials from the Local Studies collection from Saturday 3rd March in Dundee Central Library, The Wellgate, Dundee DD1 1DB Telephone : 01382 431500 Email : [email protected] Free, usual Library opening hours
EAST KILBRIDE (South Lanarkshire)
Superstition
Exhibition from 1st April – 26th April in East Kilbride Central Library, The Olympia, East Kilbride. G74 1PG Telephone : 01355 220046
Some of the strange, not to say bizarre, mythology, folklore and other odd facts from Lanarkshire Free, usual Library opening hours
The village of Maxwellton A talk on Wednesday 6th March at 2.30pm by local historian William Niven in East Kilbride Central Library, The Olympia, East Kilbride. G74 1PG Telephone : 01355 220046
Nostalgia days
On Tuesday 5th March from 2pm – 4pm in East Kilbride Central Library, The Olympia, East Kilbride. G74 1PG Telephone : 01355 220046 Entry by ticket only. Limited tickets available. To get your free ticket, please contact East Kilbride Central Library Telephone : 01355 220046 or e-mail [email protected]
If you remember the days of black and white television and Bakelite then you will enjoy our nostalgia says. Come alng and be reminded what life was like when “it was all fields round here” and cars had starting handles. We will have displays and objects for you to enjoy and you can share your memories with like minded folk
Discover your family history
Introductory course of two 2-hour sessions on Monday 4th March from 2pm – 4pm and Monday 11th March from 2pm – 4pm in East Kilbride Central Library, The Olympia, East Kilbride. G74 1PG Telephone : 01355 220046. The course costs £5 and is run over two 2-hour sessions. To book a place on the course, contact East Kilbride Central Library Telephone : 01355 220046 or e-mail [email protected]
For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
EDINBURGH
Arthur of Scotland
A talk on Tuesday 5th March from 6.30pm – 7.30pm in Edinburgh Central Library, 7- 9 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EG Telephone : 0131 242 8000
Historian and storyteller Stuart McHardy reveals how and where Arthurian myth and legend is rooted in Scotland's history and landscape. Part of the Edinburgh Tales series of talks
GALASHIELS (Scottish Borders)
Fate & Fortune
Stories told by Alasdair Hutton on Tuesday 5th March, 7:15pm in Galashiels Library, Lawyers Brae, Galashiels TD1 3JQ Telephone : 01896 752512 e-mail : [email protected]. For further information, please contact Galashiels Library
Pringle of Buckholm Tower
A display in Galashiels Library, Lawyers Brae, Galashiels TD1 3JQ Telephone : 01896 752512 e-mail : [email protected] For further information, please contact Galashiels Library Free, usual Library opening hours
GREENOCK (Inverclyde)
Witch-hunting in Scotland
An illustrated talk on Thursday 7th March at 7pm by Neil Dickson, Inverclyde Council Archivist, in Greenock Central Library, 75-81 Cathcart Street, Greenock, PA15 1DE. Telephone : 01475 712323 email [email protected]
HAMILTON (South Lanarkshire)
Superstition
Exhibition from 4th March – 29th March at Hamilton Town House Library, 102 Cadzow Street, Hamilton ML3 6HH. Telephone 01698 452122
Some of the strange, not to say bizarre, mythology. Folklore and other odd facts from Lanarkshire Free, usual Library opening hours
Treasures of the Town House Library
Exhibition from 1st March – 31st May at Hamilton Town House Library, 102 Cadzow Street, Hamilton ML3 6HH. Telephone 01698 452122
A rare opportunity to see a selection of the Library Service’s antiquarian books, some of which date back to the 16th Century Free, usual Library opening hours
Nostalgia days
On Thursday 7th March from 2pm – 4pm at Hamilton Town House Library, 102 Cadzow Street, Hamilton ML3 6HH. Telephone 01698 452122 Entry by ticket only. Limited tickets available. To get your free ticket, please contact Hamilton Town House Library, Telephone 01698 452122 or e-mail [email protected]
If you remember the days of black and white television and Bakelite then you will enjoy our nostalgia says. Come alng and be reminded what life was like when “it was all fields round here” and cars had starting handles. We will have displays and objects for you to enjoy and you can share your memories with like minded folk
Discover your family history
Introductory course of two 2-hour sessions on Tuesday 5th March from 2pm – 4pm and Tuesday 12th March from 2pm – 4pm at Hamilton Town House Library, 102 Cadzow Street, Hamilton ML3 6HH. Telephone 01698 452122. This course costs £5 and is run over two 2-hour sessions. To book a place on the course, contact Hamilton Town House Library, Telephone 01698 452122 or e-mail [email protected]
Our ever popular introductory course will show you how to use resources such as “ScotlandsPeople” or census records to get you started down the road of digging up your family tree
HAWICK (Scottish Borders)
Strange happenings in and around Hawick
A display from Saturday 2nd March in Hawick Library, North Bridge Street, Hawick TD9 9QT Telephone : 01450 372637 E-mail : [email protected] For further information, please contact Hawick Library Free, usual Library opening hours
KIRKINTILLOCH (East Dunbartonshire)
Meet the Victorians
An exhibition from Saturday 23rd February to Thursday 25th April at the Auld Kirk Museum, Cowgate, Kirkintilloch G66 1AB Telephone : 0141 578 0144
At 63 years, 216 days, Queen Victoria is Britain’s longest reigning monarch. Between 1837 and 1901 Britain’s industry flourished, population grew, transport increased, and thanks to photography and records of the period, we know a great deal about our Victorian forebears During Museum opening hours For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
I’m not superstitious but… : a look at charms, beliefs, rituals and superstitions
An exhibition from Saturday 2nd March to Saturday 9th March at the Auld Kirk Museum, Cowgate, Kirkintilloch G66 1AB Telephone : 0141 578 0144
Every culture has superstitions. Superstitions may be defined as “a belief, practice or rite irrationally maintained by ignorance of the laws of nature or by faith, magic or chance.” While many of us consider ourselves to be rational, educated people, we still hold on to some of the superstitions that have been passed down to us by tradition. To some extent we like them because they help connect us to the past and our ancestors During Museum opening hours For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Graveyards, death and burial in Kirkintilloch
An exhibition from Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th March in the William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD. Telephone : 0141 777 3141
The exhibition focuses on the graveyards of Kirkintilloch, funeral and burial customs, death and burial records, the Resurrectionists and famous people buried in the Kirkintilloch area. Free, usual Library opening hours For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Superstition and folklore: local stories and tales
From Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th March in the William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD. Telephone : 0141 777 3141
With a focus on storytelling and gathering activities, we have been asking the local community to pass on any stories and tales told over the years about places, buildings and people in the local area. This could be a ghost story, popular belief, tall tale or local superstition. Many of these stories, never written down or recorded, will be on display. Free, usual Library opening hours For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Preview of new photography website
On Monday 4th March from 7pm – 7.30pm in the William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD. Telephone : 0141 777 3141 Limited places. To book please telephone 0141 777 3142 or email [email protected]
Fancy a sneak preview of our new photograph website? This online photo library contains around 5000 images from our local history collections. The full website will be launched in April when you will be able to buy copy prints online. Let our staff give you a guided tour around our website before it goes live For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
John Bell of Antermony’s travels from St Petersburg
A talk by David McVey on Monday 4th March at 7.30pm in the William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD. Telephone : 0141 777 3141
To mark the 250th anniversary of the publication of John Bell of Antermony’s travels from St Petersburgh. David McVey will deliver a talk focusing on the book, including Bell’s recordings of the folklore relating to the places he visited For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Superstition and folklore
On Tuesday 5th March from 10am – 11am and 11am – 12 noon in the William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD. Telephone : 0141 777 3141. Booking essential. Telephone : 0141 7773142 or email [email protected]
A guided tour around the Scran website, exploring some of the fascinating material it has to offer, with a focus on superstition and folklore. The guide through the collection of over 367,000 images, audio and video clips of culture and heritage from Scotland and beyond is Helen Foster, Scran Education Officer. For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Superstition and folklore
A creative writing workshop with Annete Allison on Tuesday 5th March from 1.30pm – 3.30pm in the William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD. Telephone : 0141 777 3141 Everyone has a tale to tell, or a spooky story they have been told. Based on the Superstition and Folklore theme, we are looking for people who know of such tales, myths, superstitions and traditions. The workshop will be fun – who doesn’t love hearing a great story well told. So if you have a story to share and would enjoy hearing others, why not come along? For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Sea monsters of the Clyde and Loch Lomond
A talk by Brian Skillen on Tuesday 5th March at 2pm in Barony Chambers, 3 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AB (next to the Auld Kirk Museum)
This talk deals mostly with the folklore of sea monsters in the west of Scotland. However, the speaker is convinced that some of the tales are true, so his views are likely to be quite thought provoking For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Local superstitions and folklore
A display by Hillhead Primary School from Tuesday 5th March to Saturday 9th March in the William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD. Telephone : 0141 777 3141
Hillhead Primary School’s Primary 6 and 7 pupils have been busy gathering stories of local superstitions and folklore – legends, popular beliefs, tall tales, customs, omens, miracles… The “fruits of their labour” will be on display at the Library. Free, usual Library opening hours For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
History and mystery A programme of archive film delights from the Scottish Screen Archive presented by Ruth Washbrook, Manager, on Tuesday 7th March from 3pm- 4.30pm in Barony Chambers, 3 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AB (next to the Auld Kirk Museum)
The Scottish Screen Archive will present a selection of historic films on the theme of Superstition and Folklore. Enjoy rarely seen gems from the archive with cantankerous witches, Rob Roy dramatisations, haunted card games, and other mysteries. Local footage will also be screened to bring back memories of times gone by. Running time 90 minutes. Booking essential, please telephone 0141 777 3142 or email [email protected] For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Wonderbook : Book of Spells
On Thursday 7th March from 3.30pm – 4,30pm and 6.30pm – 7.30pm in the William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD. Children and family event. To book your place, please telephone 0141 777 3141
Discover superstitions and folklore using the PS3 game, Wonderbook : Book of Spells. Bring witchcraft and wizardry to life, discovering J K Rowling stories along the way. Begin your training in the Hogwarts Library and learn to cast spells, unlock conundrum poems and discover mischievous notes and spells scribbled into the margins by previous Hogwarts students. Become Spellbound! For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Lotions and potions
With trained herbalist Catriona Stewart on Saturday 9th March at the Auld Kirk Museum, Cowgate, Kirkintilloch G66 1AB Telephone : 0141 578 0144
Find out about some of the facts behind the folklore, stories, fairy tales and superstitions surrounding many plane medicines. There will be herbs to taste and demonstrations – make your own herbal remedy to take home! There will also be a guided herb walk around a local park looking for medicinal plants and trees For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
LANARK (South Lanarkshire)
Then and now
Exhibition from 4th March – 29th March in Lanark Library, 16 Hope Street, Lanark ML11 7LZ Telephone 01555 661144
This is a photographic exhibition of places in Clydesdale, showing them as they are now compared with a century ago. Maybe you can see your Granny’s house? Free, usual Library opening hours
Discover your family history
Introductory course of two 2-hour sessions on Tuesday 5th March from 2pm – 4pm and Tuesday 12th March from 2pm – 4pm in Lanark Library, 16 Hope Street, Lanark ML11 7LZ Telephone 01555 661144. This course costs £5 and is run over two 2-hour sessions. To book a place on the course, contact Lanark Library, 16 Hope Street, Lanark ML11 7LZ Telephone 01555 661144 or e-mail [email protected]
Our ever popular introductory course will show you how to use resources such as “ScotlandsPeople” or census records to get you started down the road of digging up your family tree.
LENNOXTOWN (East Dunbartonshire)
Folklore of the travelling people
By Jess Smith on Friday 8th March in Lennoxtown Library, Main Street, Lennoxtown, G66 7HA Telephone : 01360 311436. Free event suitable for adults. For free tickets, please contact Lennoxtown Library, telephone : 01360 311436
Jess comes from a travelling family and her passion is to share the tales and traditions of the travelling folk, keeping their culture alive. She will delve into travellers’ folklore and superstitions, give you first hand stories of how life used to be and even sing some of their ballads For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
MILNGAVIE (East Dunbartonshire)
Folklore of the local landscape
A display from Saturday 2nd – Saturday 9th March in Milngavie Library, Allander Road, Milngavie, G62 8PN Telephone : 0141 956 2776
The display will consist mainly of illustrations and commentary on the folklore of the Auld Wives’ Lifts, Craigmaddie Muir and the Gowk Stane near Blanefield Free, usual Library opening hours For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Fountains and fields
An exhibition covering all aspects of rivers, streams and water supply in Milngavie from Tuesday 5th March – Saturday 9th March from 10am – 5pm in Milngavie Heritage Centre (Milngavie Town Hall), Station Road, Milngavie G62 6ET
The two main themes of this exhibition relate to the part that Milngavie Reservoirs have played in the Glasgow/Loch Katrine water supply projects, and the importance of water from the River Allander in developing mills and other industries in the Milngavie area. Other themes relating to water and agriculture will also be explored For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Sea monsters of the Clyde and Loch Lomond
A talk by Brian Skillen on Wednesday 6th March at 7.30pm in 5pm in Milngavie Heritage Centre (Milngavie Town Hall), Station Road, Milngavie G62 6ET
This talk deals mostly with the folklore of sea monsters in the west of Scotland. However, the speaker is convinced that some of the tales are true, so his views are likely to be quite thought provoking For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Allander Walk
Two hour guided walk starting from Gavin’s Mill, Gavins Mill Road on Saturday 9th March at 11am, to explore the sites of the numerous industries that formerly relied on the Allander for water supply. Leader : Donald Shankland
For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Gowk Stane Walk
Three hour guided walk starting from Blanefield War Memorial on Friday 8th March at 2pm, to consider the folklore of the Gowk Stane, also passing by other sites of interest such as Milndavie Mill and the Carbeth Huts. Leader : Andrew Summers For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
When dinosaurs stalked Bearsden
A slide show on Saturday 2nd March from 1pm – 4pm at Charlie’s Theatre, Mugdock Country Park, Craigallion Road, Nr Milngavie G62 8EL Telephone : 0141 956 6100
Enjoy a short 15-minute slide show, repeated throughout the afternoon. Discover how our world was a very different place millions of years ago and then inhabited by prehistoric creatures in this very area of Scotland For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Crime and punishment at Mugdock
A slideshow on Saturday 2nd March from 1pm – 4pm at Charlie’s Theatre, Mugdock Country Park, Craigallion Road, Nr Milngavie G62 8EL Telephone : 0141 956 6100
Explore Mugdock Country Park’s gruesome past if you are brave enough to sit through this 15-minute slideshow at Charlie’s Theatre, repeated throughout the afternoon; bringing out the worst of local communities during these times. Gallowhill has seen it all…witchcraft, torture and hangings all in the name of justice! For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Moot Hill folk
On Saturday 2nd March from 1pm – 4pm at Mugdock Country Park
Before public halls and court houses, local communities had their own unique “meeting places.” At Moot Hill at the edge of Murdock Loch evidence of this can be seen today. Many a meeting would have taken place at this site by tribes and local communities over many years. Lear a little about these local people, their homes and way of life For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Ancient art of Magic at Mugdock Country Park
A demonstration on Sunday 3rd March from 1pm – 2pm in Caulders Garden House Restaurant, from 2pm – 3pm in Stables Tearoom and from 3pm – 4pm at Charlie’s Theatre and Café Bar
Mugdock’s resident wizard “Renz” will be demonstrating the ancient craft at each of the country park’s restaurants and cafes throughout the afternoon. Enjoy a wide selection of food and drink and view some great table magic throughout the afternoon For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Stories out of time and place
On Sunday 3rd March from 1pm – 4pm at Mugdock Country Park Suitable for ages 8 and over. Booking essential with East Dunbartonshire and Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service; telephone 0141 956 6586 e-mail [email protected] Our countryside is steeped in folklore, myths and legends. Some of these stories and tales can be believed as true, however, some are conjured from creative imaginations, gathered through the ages. Join the Ranger Service to hear tales of folklore and superstition on a walk through Mugdock Country Park For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
Folklore of the forest
On Saturday 9th March from 1pm – 3pm at Douglastown Estate, Milngavie Booking essential with East Dunbartonshire and Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service; telephone 0141 956 6586 e-mail [email protected]
Find out why our ancestors were scared of elder trees, why yew trees are planted in graveyards and which trees are good for healing and how to identify them. For further information, please contact East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Information and Archives at the William Patrick Library, 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch. G66 1AD Telephone : 0141 777 3142 Email : [email protected]
MINTLAW (Aberdeenshire)
Rural life heritage fair
On Sunday 10th March from 11am – 4.30pm at Aden Country Park, Station Road, Mintlaw AB42 5FQ The event will celebrate the local culture and farming traditions unique to Aberdeenshire illustrating what life was like for country people in the past and how it has shaped Aberdeenshire’s countryside today, including traditional music and performance, craft demonstrations, storytelling, family history, photographic display, archive film footage, farmers market, access to the Aberdeenshire Farming Museum and a range of heritage related displays, stalls, and activities
NEILSTON (East Renfrewshire) The dark side of the valley
A talk on Thursday 7th March from 10.30am – 12pm in Neilston Community Library, Main Street. Neilston, G78 3NN Telephone : 0141 577 4981
Local historian Alan Steel will be exploring the folktales, traditions, hauntings and strange places that illuminate the forgotten history of the communities along the Levern. Participants are invited to bring their own stories along to share. The event is free, but numbers are strictly limited and booking is essential. Places can be reserved at Neilston Community Library, but for more information please contact East Renfrewshire Heritage Service on 0141 577 3872 or at [email protected]
Who’s in your cupboard?
Ancestry Workshop on Thursday 7th March from 2pm - 3.30pm at Neilston Community Library, Main Street. Neilston, G78 3NN Telephone : 0141 577 4981 The event is free, but numbers are strictly limited and booking is essential. Places can be reserved at Neilston Community Library, but for more information please contact East Renfrewshire Heritage Service on 0141 577 3872 or at [email protected] This informal workshops will give library users hints and tips to allow them to get the best out of Ancestry Library Edition, a valuable resource for family history
NEWTON MEARNS (East Renfrewshire)
Who’s in your cupboard?
Ancestry Workshop on Wednesday 6th March from 2pm - 3.30pm at Mearns Community Library, 34-35, Mackinlay Place, Newton Mearns G77 6EZ Telephone : 0141 577 4979 The event is free, but numbers are strictly limited and booking is essential. Places can be reserved at Mearns Community Library, but for more information please contact East Renfrewshire Heritage Service on 0141 577 3872 or at [email protected] This informal workshops will give library users hints and tips to allow them to get the best out of Ancestry Library Edition, a valuable resource for family history
PEEBLES (Scottish Borders)
Peebles folklore
A display from Saturday 2nd March in Peebles Library, Chambers Institute, High Street, Peebles EH45 8AG Telephone : 01721 720123 Email: [email protected] Free, usual Library opening hours For further information contact Peebles Library
RUTHERGLEN (South Lanarkshire)
Rutherglen Heritage
An exhibition in Rutherglen Library,163 Main Street, Rutherglen. G73 2HB Telephone 0141 613 5380
An exhibition of paintings of local scenes by two Rutherglen artists, Bob Kennedy and Tom Lawson. Bob and Tom are members of a local art group and are also volunteers on the Rutherglen Heritage Project
Nostalgia days
On Friday 8th March from 2pm – 4pm in Rutherglen Library,163 Main Street, Rutherglen. G73 2HB Telephone 0141 613 5380 Entry by ticket only. Limited tickets available. To get your free ticket, please contact Rutherglen Library Telephone 0141 613 5380 or e-mail [email protected]
If you remember the days of black and white television and Bakelite then you will enjoy our nostalgia says. Come along and be reminded what life was like when “it was all fields round here” and cars had starting handles. We will have displays and objects for you to enjoy and you can share your memories with like minded folk
Discover your family history
Introductory course of two 2-hour sessions on Monday 4th March from 2pm – 4pm and Monday 11th March from 2pm – 4pm in Rutherglen Library,163 Main Street, Rutherglen. G73 2HB Telephone 0141 613 5380 This course costs £5 and is run over two 2-hour sessions. To book a place on the course, contact Rutherglen Library Telephone 0141 613 5380 or e-mail [email protected]
Our ever popular introductory course will show you how to use resources such as “ScotlandsPeople” or census records to get you started down the road of digging up your family tree
WIGTOWN (Dumfries and Galloway)
Mostly Ghostly
A talk on Friday 8th March from 2pm – 3.30pm by our local paranormal investigators – Mostly Ghostly - at the John McNeillie Library, Wigtown County Buildings, Wigtown DG8 9JH Telephone : 01988 403329 Free, coffee and biscuits will be served
