Events Desk
21st MAY
As part of Scottish Booktrust’s Bookbug Week Peterhead Library are hosting the big community Bookbug at the Rescue Hall in Peterhead from 10am to 11am and 1pm util 2pm.
Come along and join Bookbug for songs, rhymes and share a story.
Feel free to bring a snack for your little one and have it after the session.
You can also take part in a Bookbug scavenger hunt and/or do some colouring.
Please book one ticket per child. If you can no longer attend please cancel your ticket/s to allow others to take part.
23rd MAY
• The New Pitsligo Horticultural Society is having a Coffee Morning at their Public Hall on Saturday 23rd May from 10am to 12pm. Plants. Crafts. Table Sale Treasures. Delicious Home Bakes. Homemade Soup. Raffles. The School Choir Performing. Entry is £3 for Adults and £1.50 for the kids.
24th MAY
• The 2nd Annual Garioch Pipe Band Championships returns to Kellands Park in Inverurie on Sunday, 24th May. Experience the power of the massed pipes and drums in a massive day of competition and community. Admission is Free.
30th MAY
• A Through the Decades Disco will take place in Aid of Cancer Research on Saturday 30th of May from 7.30pm at the Country Park Inn, Mintlaw. Over 18s only. £6 per Ticket from Dougie on 07891022174.
3rd OCTOBER
• The Fraserburgh RNLI is hosting a fundraising dinner and dance on the 3rd of October at the Fraserburgh Leisure Centre. Enjoy a 3 course meal, a chance to get some amazing prizes, entertainment from M2 and a few surprises of course. To book your tickets contact eilidhsutherland4@gmail.com.
ON-GOING
• Talking Point is a Recovery & Wellbeing Group which meets every second Wednesday between half 10 and half 12 at The Vinery in Banff.
• The Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale at Thainstone in Inverurie is back every weekend with free entry to the public between 9 and 3. Visit thainstoneevents.co.uk for all the details.
• The Fraserburgh Community Mens Shed at in Albert Street is having a new knitting/crocheting/sewing group on Fridays from 12.00 until 1.30pm! Come along for chatter, tea and biscuits and creativity.
• Inverurie Farmers Market is held in Inverurie Town Square on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9am–1pm.
It’s a vibrant market in the heart of the Garioch, Inverurie is a hub for all things local. Expect fresh fruit and veg, homemade preserves, locally reared meats, and friendly banter with producers who know their stuff.
Don’t miss a buttery warm from the oven and a coffee from one of the local roasters.
• Clubbercise fitness classes take place every Thursday from 7pm at the St Combs Community Hall. Moving your body to club anthems in a darkened room with glow sticks. All abilities welcome. Spaces are limited, so book your spot now at gymcatch.com
• Join us at Family Inspirations, a welcoming and supportive group for adults only affected by substance abuse — whether personally or through living with someone experiencing it. We meet every Wednesday from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at The Buchanhaven Heritage Centre. Come along for a cuppa, a warm meal, and some friendly conversation in a non-judgmental environment.
• The Alford Community Railways much-loved narrow gauge railway is back open every weekend. Relaxed rides, friendly faces, and a little bit of railway magic. Come along, say hello, and support your local volunteer-powered railway. Get times and prices on Facebook.