Whit’s on this weekend?
At a loss for what to do this weekend? Have no fear! The Orcadian is here with a few peedie suggestions…
The Belkies — CD Launch, The Sound Archive, Kirkwall
Sanday School group The Belkies have released a CD of their music. After a successful concert at Papdale Primary School on Wednesday, they will be officially launching the album at The Sound Archive on Saturday afternoon.
Rotary Club of Orkney Young Musician of the Year
The annual Orkney heat of the Rotary Young Musician Competition will take place this Sunday, November 26, at 2pm at Stromness Town Hall.
Musicians and singers under the age of 18 are invited to perform two contrasting pieces of any genre, and receive feedback from judge Neil Morris.
Winners will be eligible to take part in the district final in Perth next February. Last year’s winner was Steven Spence, with Lydia Bailey coming in second place.
Kirkwall: In the Footsteps of Hossack — Book Signing, The Orcadian Bookshop, Kirkwall
Wednesday night saw the launch of a new book about the history of Kirkwall, written by local historian and author G.D. Partner, at the Masonic Hall, Kirkwall.
Kirkwall: In the footsteps of Hossack, Volume 1 is the latest book to be published locally by The Orcadian and the first in a two-part series. It gives a fascinating account of the town, then and now, thanks to extensive research undertaken by the author.
G.D Partner will also be signing copies at The Orcadian Bookshop, this Saturday, November 25, 2 – 3pm. With Christmas on the way, this is the perfect chance to have a personal inscription added by the author, or to give yourself an early seasonal treat.
BID Festive Day Out, Kirkwall
Join Kirkwall BID for a Festive Day Out, this Sunday. Kicking off the festive season, businesses throughout the town will be hosting a day out packed with new season products, special promos, food & drink tastings, pampering, and fabulous menus.
In the evening, shoppers will be able to catch a first glimpse at this year’s BID Christmas tree. Lights are set to twinkle from over 80 peedie trees outside local businesses.
Mark Ferguson Exhibition, Northlight Gallery, Stromness
A selection of Orkney images taken by local photographer Mark Ferguson is set to go on display at the Northlight Gallery, Stromness, today (Friday)
With images displayed in a wide variety of formats, Mark’s exhibition will include some of his award-winning photos of Orkney from recent Scottish Nature Photography and Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year competitions.
He takes many of his images in winter and at night, believing that Orkney’s crystal clear, unpolluted skies enhance the beauty of the landscape and provide unique photo opportunities.
This exhibition will be on display until Thursday, November 30.