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Carving out arty talents

BEAUTIFUL mosaics, creative woodcarvings and colourful felt weaving – months of hard work by Gargunnock Primary School pupils is now on show for all in the village to enjoy. Read

Deep secrets are revealed at the Smith

THE fascinating world beneath the waves has been brought to life by Gargunnock diver Elaine Whiteford in a unique exhibition of underwater photography now running at the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum. Read

String sounds from Solway

FIVE hundred strings promise a summer concert for the senses at the MacRobert next week. Read

Teenagers to run festival

LOCAL teenagers are being offered the chance to help an action-packed youth arts festival. Read

Community music celebrated

COMMUNITY music groups in the Stirling area met recently at Killearn Kirk Hall to celebrate the conclusion of a joint project funded by the Scottish Arts Council. Read

Spotlight on dance stars

DANCERS at a Stirling dance schools are preparing to display the skills which have earned them a perfect record with examiners. Read

Irvine makes Stirling debut after 40 years

IRISH singer-songwriter Andy Irvine makes his first visit to Stirling next week, as guest of the city’s folk club. Read

River walk art show

RAPLOCH’S riverside walk has blossomed into a triumph of regeneration, community involvement and 21st century design thanks to the completion of a three-year public art project. Read

Rebus writer top of book fest bill

ONE of Scotland’s most successful authors heads the bill for this year’s Off the Page book festival. Read

New thriller from Paul

A BALFRON thriller writer launches his latest heart pumping adventure in Stirling next week. Read

Dunblane opens its doors to a musical arts extravaganza

A SUMMERFEST at Dunblane Cathedral is promising music and fun activities for all ages. Read

Fling fun in the sun

THE sound of the pipes and some fantastic sunshine combined to get family entertainment in Dunblane off to a great start at the weekend. Read

Project puts art on show

A PROJECT that provides a creative voice for mentally ill adults is staging an art exhibition at Stirling University Innovation Park. Read

Eleanor’s work on show

ABSTRACT art by an emerging Scottish talent takes pride of place at Doune’s Antiques and Arts Centre this week. Read

Kids step up for dance showcase

TALENTED dancers from the Trossachs and West Stirlingshire will be tapping their toes in style at the MacRobert Arts Centre next weekend. Read

Time for a fling

JAZZ and folk music, crafts, dancing and family fun mark the return of the Doune and Dunblane Fling. Read

Classics at the castle

THE Scottish Chamber Orchestra returns to Stirling Castle next week. Read

Free concert by Dunblane Cathedral bell ringers

DUNBLANE Cathedral Handbell Ringers are inviting everyone to a free lunchtime concert from noon on Saturday June 6 in the cathedral. Read

Players’ second Last Tango

THORNHILL’S thespians will be in Gartmore next weekend to re-enact a recent success. Read

Moss at heart of poetry project

A LARGE bog may not sound like the most promising spot for literary inspiration but that is exactly what four poets will be looking for on Flanders Moss. Read

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