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What’s<br />
HAPPENING<br />
in <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong>?<br />
FREE guide to arts <strong>and</strong> cultural activities<br />
MusicFestivalsExhibitionsComedyTheatreFilmClassesHeritage<br />
October 2009 - January 2010<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong>
What’s<br />
HAPPENING<br />
in <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong>?<br />
Welcome to the new look guide to <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s in <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong>. Published three times per year, this<br />
brochure gives information on arts activities <strong>and</strong> performances in our main arts <strong>and</strong> museum venues:<br />
Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine;<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum, Saltcoats;<br />
Museum of the Cumbraes, Millport, Isle of Cumbrae;<br />
in addition to other local venues.<br />
We would like to include information on arts activity happening in your local area. If you are a community<br />
arts or festival group or an individual wishing to include an event in our listings, please get in touch.<br />
Harbour<br />
Arts Centre<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong><br />
Museum<br />
Contents<br />
Music ................................................................... 1<br />
Theatre ................................................................. 4<br />
Comedy ................................................................ 5<br />
Exhibitions ........................................................... 6<br />
Film ...................................................................... 7<br />
Family & Special Events ........................................ 8<br />
Education ............................................................. 9<br />
Classes for Children & Young People ................... 10<br />
Classes for Adults ............................................... 11<br />
Festivals ............................................................. 11<br />
hacbar ................................................................ 12<br />
About Us ............................................................ 13<br />
Venue <strong>Information</strong> ............................................. 14<br />
Community Diary ............................................... 16<br />
Booking <strong>Information</strong> .......................................... 18<br />
All information in this brochure is correct at the<br />
time of going to print.<br />
If required, we can give you a copy of<br />
this programme in other formats.<br />
Museum of<br />
the Cumbraes<br />
Contact <strong>Information</strong><br />
This brochure is published by:<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Council<br />
Woodl<strong>and</strong>s Centre<br />
16 Kilwinning Road<br />
Irvine KA12 8RU<br />
Telephone: 01294 272185<br />
Fax: 01294 313712<br />
Email: arts@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Music<br />
If you want to hear it live, loud <strong>and</strong> keep it local,<br />
the hac is the ideal venue for all music lovers - a<br />
contemporary <strong>and</strong> intimate setting to experience a<br />
selection of musical genres.<br />
Sunday Jazz with the<br />
New Orleans Joymakers<br />
Enjoy a swinging afternoon of traditional jazz.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Sundays: 4 October 15 November<br />
13 December<br />
2.00pm - 4.30pm<br />
£8.00/£6.00 concession<br />
Tam White<br />
Tam White - Scotl<strong>and</strong>’s national blues treasure<br />
<strong>and</strong> “the greatest undiscovered blues talent of<br />
our time” (Alexis Korner). In a career spanning<br />
over four decades, Tam’s repertoire is drawn from<br />
personal experience <strong>and</strong> his appearances lift,<br />
move <strong>and</strong> involve an audience. In his words: “It’s<br />
just in my nature to perform, man, I have to do it.<br />
I like the message in the music that I play. Music is<br />
communication.”<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Sunday 4 October, 7.30pm<br />
£8.00/£6.00 concession<br />
Cashback:<br />
The definitive tribute to the<br />
music of Johnny Cash<br />
Ric Herrington is CASHBACK, bringing the legend<br />
to life. Performing all the Cash classics in character<br />
with the subtle power of the Man in Black.<br />
Ric’s powerful voice <strong>and</strong> skilful playing of the<br />
acoustic guitar <strong>and</strong> harmonica combine for an<br />
experience that will not be forgotten. His show is<br />
sure to get those boots a scootin’ <strong>and</strong> yehaaa’s a<br />
hootin’ to bring the house down.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Friday 9 October, 7.30pm<br />
£8.00/£6.00 concession<br />
To book call 01294 274059 - www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk 1
Sunday Jam with<br />
Tragic O’Hara <strong>and</strong> the<br />
<strong>Ayrshire</strong> Makars Poetry Group<br />
Dubbed one of the hardest working unsigned<br />
musicians on the west coast at the moment -<br />
Tragic O’Hara has played alongside some big<br />
names in music such as Tom Hingley (The Inspiral<br />
Carpets), Roddy Woomble (Idlewild), John<br />
McCusker, JJ Gilmour <strong>and</strong> a sellout show with Ricky<br />
Warwick (The Almighty). Jamming alongside<br />
Tragic with some “in sync” poetic blasts will be the<br />
Makars, a group of contemporary <strong>Ayrshire</strong> poets.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Sunday 11 October, 2.00pm - 4.00pm<br />
FREE - please call our box office to reserve<br />
a place.<br />
Friday Night Live<br />
Held monthly, our Friday Night Live is an edgy<br />
evening’s entertainment featuring some of<br />
<strong>Ayrshire</strong>’s best b<strong>and</strong>s.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Fridays: 23 October, 13 November &<br />
27 November, 7.30pm<br />
£4.00<br />
Mike Whellans<br />
Scotl<strong>and</strong>’s only one-man b<strong>and</strong> returns to the hac.<br />
Prepare to hear a talent who’s not only a singer,<br />
guitarist <strong>and</strong> ace blues harpist, he’s his own<br />
rhythm section too. His show-stopping “mouth<br />
percussion” is not to be missed.<br />
Expect blues that’s fired up <strong>and</strong> ready - <strong>and</strong> yes - it<br />
really is just one guy on-stage, but close your eyes<br />
<strong>and</strong> you’re confronted with a full b<strong>and</strong> sound.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Sunday 1 November, 7.30pm<br />
£9.00/£7.00 conc.<br />
Benny Gallagher<br />
For sheer quality <strong>and</strong> distinction you need look no further than Benny Gallagher.<br />
With the release of his first ever studio solo album “At the edge of the wave”, Benny returns to his native<br />
<strong>Ayrshire</strong> to perform all the hits he has penned for hugely successful artists: Mary Hopkin, McGuiness-Flint<br />
as well as his own b<strong>and</strong> Gallagher <strong>and</strong> Lyle. Playing all his greats “When I‘m dead <strong>and</strong> gone“ <strong>and</strong> the richly<br />
romantic “Heart on my Sleeve” along with some great new songs from his album, this gig is sure to sell<br />
out - so book your tickets now.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Friday 30 October, 7.30pm<br />
£15.00<br />
2 To book call 01294 274059 - www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Kiki Dee <strong>and</strong> Carmelo Luggeri<br />
Kiki Dee became a household name with her duets<br />
with Elton John, <strong>and</strong> has released many singles<br />
<strong>and</strong> albums since. In this evening’s unique acoustic<br />
guitar based show, Kiki <strong>and</strong> virtuoso guitarist<br />
Carmelo Luggeri bring together their original<br />
music with some of Kiki’s well known songs such<br />
as ‘Don’t Go Breaking My Heart’ <strong>and</strong> ‘I’ve Got<br />
The Music in Me’. Covers of songs by people like<br />
Kate Bush <strong>and</strong> Peter Gabriel - this mix brings the<br />
audience to a very intimate <strong>and</strong> spontaneous<br />
evening.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Friday 6 November, 7.30pm<br />
£15.00/£10.00 concession<br />
Traditional Music Showcase<br />
Featuring musicians from the <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong><br />
Schools Traditional Music programme - Pipe B<strong>and</strong>,<br />
Fiddle Groups celebrating their Scottish heritage.<br />
Racquet Hall, Eglinton Country Park<br />
Friday 27 November, 7.30pm<br />
£6.00/£5.00 concession<br />
Junior & Senior Choirs Concert<br />
And Peace on Earth (Chilcott)<br />
& Feel the Spirit (Rutter)<br />
The <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Schools Junior <strong>and</strong> Senior<br />
Choirs perform in the magnificent setting of<br />
St Peter’s Church, Ardrossan. Accompanied by<br />
a professional orchestra this promises to be a<br />
wonderful evening of quality music performed<br />
with much enthusiasm.<br />
St Peter’s Church, Ardrossan<br />
Sunday 6 December, 7.30pm<br />
£8.00 / £6.00 concession<br />
Celebration of Christmas<br />
A wonderful festive concert featuring the <strong>North</strong><br />
<strong>Ayrshire</strong> Schools Junior & Intermediate choirs.<br />
Over 200 young singers will perform a varied<br />
programme of traditional <strong>and</strong> modern Christmas<br />
music.<br />
St Margaret’s Church, Dalry<br />
Sunday 13 December, 7.00pm<br />
£7.00 / £5.00 concession<br />
The Scottish Blues Brothers &<br />
Live Showb<strong>and</strong><br />
Back by popular dem<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> for the first time at<br />
the hac, the Scottish Blues Brothers are bringing<br />
their full live eight piece b<strong>and</strong>.<br />
With a mind-blowing cocktail of electrifying songs,<br />
top quality sound & lights <strong>and</strong> lots of dancing - this<br />
will be a night to remember.<br />
The Boys faithfully re-visit the anthems <strong>and</strong> sweet<br />
soul music of Jake & Elwood: “Everybody Needs<br />
Somebody”, Soul Man”, “Shake A Tailfeather”,<br />
“Rawhide” <strong>and</strong> more.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Thursday 17 December, 8.00pm<br />
£10.00<br />
To book call 01294 274059 - www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk 3
Theatre<br />
Isosceles Theatre present:<br />
The Bonzo Dog Doo Dah B<strong>and</strong><br />
Changed My Life Forever<br />
Q: Is there anything more frustrating than being a<br />
One Hit Wonder?<br />
A: Maybe being a One Hit Wonder Tribute Act.<br />
This play tells the story of two tribute wannabees,<br />
Bob <strong>and</strong> Eric, who meet at an audition. Both are<br />
only a song away from making their dreams come<br />
true... but Rock n’ Roll can break your heart.<br />
A story driven along by songs of the sixties: ‘The<br />
Crying Game’, ‘Urban Spaceman’, ‘Spirit in the Sky’<br />
<strong>and</strong> many more.<br />
Their dedication st<strong>and</strong>s out, their history is<br />
uncovered <strong>and</strong> their future unfolds...<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturday 3 October, 7.30pm<br />
£9.00/£7.00 concession<br />
Someone... Somewhere<br />
The play centres round the issues of suicide,<br />
recovery <strong>and</strong> bullying. The play aims to inject<br />
humour <strong>and</strong> reflection into otherwise sensitive<br />
subjects by taking a glimpse into the troubled life<br />
of Dr Simon Philips, a Psychiatrist. A Psychiatrist, a<br />
nurse, a patient <strong>and</strong> a hospital manager, all have<br />
their own problems <strong>and</strong> they all are struggling to<br />
cope, who will help who?<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Friday 16 & Saturday 17 October, 7.30pm<br />
£6.00/£5.00 concession<br />
Basement Theatre present:<br />
Bouncers <strong>and</strong> Shakers<br />
Bouncers<br />
Bursting with imagination <strong>and</strong> wit <strong>and</strong> presented<br />
by just four actors, Bouncers is an outrageous <strong>and</strong><br />
hilarious parody of the disco scene. The four brutish<br />
bouncers portray over twenty different characters<br />
as we are invited for a night out on the town.<br />
The evening’s events are set against the tatty glitzy<br />
glamour, flashing lights <strong>and</strong> pulsating beat of the<br />
night-club scene.<br />
Shakers<br />
Every town has its local trendy cocktail bar where<br />
everyone wants to be seen. The four long-suffering<br />
waitresses who work there give us a wickedly<br />
funny glimpse of this world. Rushed off their feet,<br />
underpaid <strong>and</strong> overworked, they try to smile <strong>and</strong><br />
help the difficult customers whilst coping with<br />
their own personal problems.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Friday 20 & Saturday 21 November, 7.30pm<br />
£8.00/£5.00 concession<br />
4 To book call 01294 274059 - www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Comedy<br />
Side Splitters Comedy Club<br />
The hac’s Comedy Club continues with a variety of<br />
hilarious acts from across the country.<br />
Side Splitters Comedy Club:<br />
Best of Manchester 2<br />
Special guest MC Rick Moll<strong>and</strong> introduces first<br />
class laughs which features a line up from<br />
the Manchester Comedy scene. Side Splitters<br />
welcomes the great Ben Schofield, the brilliant<br />
Chris Brooker <strong>and</strong> the wonderful Danny Deegan.<br />
Book now for the most fun you’ll ever have!<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturday 10 October, 9.00pm<br />
£6.00<br />
Side Splitters<br />
Comedy Club:<br />
Joe Heenan<br />
Yes it’s time for more amazing st<strong>and</strong> up comedy<br />
from <strong>Ayrshire</strong>’s Premier Comedy Club as this month<br />
welcomes the return of club favourite Obie; the<br />
debut of up <strong>and</strong> comer Andy Vaughn <strong>and</strong> back<br />
by popular dem<strong>and</strong> the return of Perth comedy<br />
dynamo - the phenomenal Joe Heenan who is<br />
set to rock the house in what should be another<br />
amazing night all held together by resident MC<br />
Billy Kirkwood!<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturday 14 November, 9.00pm<br />
£6.00<br />
Billy<br />
Kirkwood<br />
Danny<br />
Deegan<br />
Joe<br />
Heenan<br />
Jo Jo<br />
Sutherl<strong>and</strong><br />
Side Splitters Comedy Club<br />
Xmas Special #1:<br />
Jo Jo Sutherl<strong>and</strong><br />
Side Splitters kicks off it’s first of two amazing<br />
Xmas specials with another night of st<strong>and</strong> up<br />
comedy with some of the best acts from across the<br />
country.<br />
Guest MC Rick Moll<strong>and</strong>, introduces Glasgow’s Rob<br />
Kane with headliner Scottish Comedy Goddess - Jo<br />
Jo Sutherl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> special guests.<br />
Book now to get Christmas started with a laugh!<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturday 5 December, 9.00pm<br />
£7.50<br />
Side Splitters<br />
Comedy Club<br />
Xmas Special #2:<br />
Patrick Rolink<br />
Patrick<br />
Rolink<br />
MC Billy Kirkwood kicks off the second of our<br />
festive specials with a night jam packed full of<br />
hilarious guests from the comedy circuit.<br />
Comedy monkey Chris Henry, Manchester’s Mark<br />
Davies, <strong>and</strong> headlining this evening of festive fun<br />
the incredible Patrick Rolink.<br />
Give yourself the ultimate early Xmas<br />
present <strong>and</strong> don’t miss it!<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturday 12 December, 9.00pm<br />
£7.50<br />
NEW - Comedy Workshop<br />
Have you got what it takes to make people laugh? Have you got the nerve to st<strong>and</strong> up <strong>and</strong> be heckled?<br />
Presented by Side Splitters Comedy Club, this workshop will give you an insight into the skills required for<br />
st<strong>and</strong>-up comedy <strong>and</strong> how to apply them into your everyday life.<br />
Learn writing skills, how to talk to an audience, improvising, <strong>and</strong> dealing with hecklers!<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Thursday 22 October, 11.00am - 12.30pm<br />
£5.00<br />
To book call 01294 274059 - www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk 5
Exhibitions<br />
Our ever-changing exhibition programme captures<br />
both traditional <strong>and</strong> contemporary arts from local<br />
<strong>and</strong> national artists.<br />
In addition to the hac <strong>and</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum<br />
exhibition spaces, we are also developing an<br />
exciting programme of outreach exhibitions in<br />
Irvine <strong>and</strong> Kilbirnie libraries.<br />
Josephine Broekhuizen<br />
“I like to paint pictures that have some reference to<br />
the real world but are not of that place”.<br />
Originally from the Netherl<strong>and</strong>s, Josephine trained<br />
at the Academy for Visual Arts in Rotterdam <strong>and</strong><br />
Gray’s School in Aberdeen, where she was the First<br />
Prize winner at the Aberdeen Artists Exhibition.<br />
Her recent work draws on scenes <strong>and</strong> still life on<br />
the Isle of Arran, where she now lives.<br />
Josephine’s art turns nature on its head making<br />
skies green, trees blue <strong>and</strong> water black. Nature is<br />
therefore seen with a new essence.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine<br />
2 October - 15 November<br />
Free Admission<br />
<strong>Ayrshire</strong> Innovators<br />
In this Homecoming year, which celebrates<br />
Scotl<strong>and</strong>’s great contributions to the world, this<br />
exhibition explores the impact of key innovators<br />
that lived, worked or were born in the area.<br />
In addition to Robert Burns, these include Sir<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>er Fleming, William Murdoch, John Boyd<br />
Dunlop, Graeme Obree <strong>and</strong> Edgar Allan Poe.<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum<br />
24 October - January 2010<br />
Free Admission<br />
hac Life Drawing Class<br />
Exhibition<br />
Exhibition of drawings <strong>and</strong> paintings by<br />
participants in the hac Life Drawing classes.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
30 October - 22 November<br />
Free Admission<br />
6<br />
Two Scottish Printmakers<br />
Ian McNicol & Gayle Robinson<br />
Collagraph printmaker, Gayle Robinson, takes<br />
her inspiration from the colours, architecture,<br />
l<strong>and</strong>scapes <strong>and</strong> symbols that influence her on<br />
her journeys <strong>and</strong> in her day-to-day life. Her prints<br />
contain elements which relate to her interest in<br />
Russian, Egyptian <strong>and</strong> Italian iconography.<br />
<strong>Ayrshire</strong> based artist/printmaker Ian McNicol<br />
presents a selection of l<strong>and</strong>scape studies alongside<br />
bold abstract etchings<br />
Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine<br />
20 November - January 2010<br />
Free Admission<br />
Dear Mister Burns Exhibition<br />
Organised by<br />
Irvine Burns Club<br />
A chance to see a unique collection of h<strong>and</strong>written<br />
letters of acceptance of honorary membership<br />
of Irvine Burns Club. From famous Scots such<br />
as Harry Lauder, Sean Connery, Ian Rankin <strong>and</strong><br />
Winnie Ewing... the letters come from prominent<br />
individuals around the world from 1829 until the<br />
present day. It not only underlines the status of<br />
Burns as an international Scottish icon but also is<br />
testimony to those Scots who took their culture<br />
<strong>and</strong> heritage wherever they settled.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre &<br />
Irvine Burns Club, Wellwood,<br />
28 Eglinton Street, Irvine KA12 8AS<br />
26 - 30 November<br />
10.00am - 6.00pm<br />
Free Admission<br />
Higher Art Exhibition<br />
The result of a Higher Art residential course<br />
attended by senior pupils from all <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong><br />
Secondary Schools - this exhibition will feature<br />
a sample of the excellent work produced by our<br />
talented pupils.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre,<br />
4 December - January 2010<br />
Free Admission<br />
Film<br />
The Pov99 Film Club at the hac just gets better. A must for all film buffs - FREE Admission.<br />
Friday 2 October<br />
Pov99 Film Club<br />
4.45pm - Midnight<br />
4.45pm<br />
As Good As It Gets (1997) 133mins<br />
Starring Jack Nicholson, Helen Hunt, Greg Kinnear <strong>and</strong> Cuba Gooding Jr.<br />
Directed by James L. Brooks<br />
7.10pm<br />
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975) 128mins<br />
Starring Jack Nicholson, William Redfield, Louise Fletcher <strong>and</strong> Brad Dourif<br />
Directed by Milos Forman<br />
9.30pm<br />
The Shining (1980) 144mins<br />
Starring Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd <strong>and</strong> Scatman Crothers<br />
Directed by Stanley Kubrick<br />
Sunday 18th October<br />
Pov99 Film Club<br />
12.00noon - late<br />
12noon<br />
A Beautiful Mind (2001) 130mins<br />
Starring Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Paul Bettany, <strong>and</strong> Ed Harris<br />
Directed by Ron Howard<br />
2.15pm<br />
Rain Man (1988) 108mins<br />
Starring Dustin Hoffman, Tom Cruise, Valeria Golino <strong>and</strong> Bonnie Hunt<br />
Directed by Barry Levinson<br />
4.30pm<br />
The Dream Team (1989) 107mins<br />
Starring Michael Keaton, Christopher Lloyd, Peter Boyle <strong>and</strong> Lorraine Braco<br />
Directed by Howard Zieff<br />
6.30pm<br />
Donnie Darko (2001) 109mins<br />
Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore <strong>and</strong> Patrick Swayze<br />
Directed by Richard Kelly<br />
8.30pm<br />
American Psycho (2000) 98mins<br />
Starrring Christian Bale, Chloe Sevigny, Reese Witherspoon <strong>and</strong> Willem Dafoe<br />
Directed by Mary Harron<br />
10.15pm<br />
The Machinist (2004) 99mins<br />
Starring Christian Bale, Jennifer Jason Leigh, John Sharian <strong>and</strong> Michael Ironside<br />
Directed by Brad Anderson<br />
To book call 01294 274059 - www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk 7
Family & Special Events<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Choir<br />
Performance/Workshop<br />
Sing along with the <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Choir -<br />
<strong>North</strong> American Gaither style gospel.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Tuesday 6 October<br />
2.00pm - 3.30pm<br />
FREE - please call our box office to reserve<br />
a place<br />
Laughter Workshop<br />
with Joyworks<br />
When laughter is shared we are instantly<br />
connected to one another <strong>and</strong> fear is removed.<br />
Laughter workshops begin very gently - everyone<br />
tends to be very nervous! Slowly <strong>and</strong> carefully,<br />
Joyworks build an atmosphere allowing everyone<br />
to feel confident <strong>and</strong> comfortable. By the end<br />
of a session, strangers or colleagues simply use<br />
laughter to communicate <strong>and</strong> a remarkable bond<br />
is created.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Thursday 8 October<br />
11.00am - 12.30pm or 2.00pm - 3.30pm<br />
£5.00<br />
Samba Drum Workshop<br />
This noisy, fun filled, drumming workshop will<br />
appeal to people who wish to gain skills <strong>and</strong><br />
experience in Samba drumming. By the end of the<br />
session everyone will be playing Brazilian grooves,<br />
swaying <strong>and</strong> swinging like old h<strong>and</strong>s!<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturday 10 October<br />
11.00am - 12.30pm or 2.00pm - 3.30pm<br />
£3.50/£3.00 concession<br />
Acting UP<br />
Need a confidence boost? Then why don’t you<br />
come along to this Drama Workshop where,<br />
under the guidance of a professional drama tutor,<br />
you will have great fun while you learn a wide<br />
range of drama techniques from improvisation to<br />
characterisation, movement <strong>and</strong> role-playing.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Thursday 15 October<br />
11.00am - 12.30pm or 2.00pm - 3.30pm<br />
FREE - please call our box office to reserve<br />
a place<br />
The Big Draw<br />
The Big Draw, the national campaign for drawing<br />
invites everyone to join in their 10th anniversary<br />
between 1 - 31 October. Why not put pen to paper<br />
today <strong>and</strong> see what happens.<br />
Come along to one of our venues for a one off free<br />
session to get the whole family drawing.<br />
If you can’t make it along, check out<br />
www.thebigdraw.co.uk for ideas to join in for<br />
yourself.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Tuesday 13 October<br />
Museum of the Cumbraes<br />
Wednesday 14 October<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum<br />
Thursday 15 October<br />
10.00am - 12.00 noon or 2.00pm - 4.00pm<br />
FREE - please call our box office to reserve<br />
a place<br />
Punch <strong>and</strong> Judy<br />
Come along <strong>and</strong> see a traditional Punch <strong>and</strong> Judy<br />
show by Robert Styles. Robert recreates some<br />
nostalgic memories of an artform that captured<br />
the hearts <strong>and</strong> imaginations of children for years.<br />
Robert is a second generation Punch <strong>and</strong> Judy<br />
artist who travels across the globe. Come <strong>and</strong> see<br />
the puppet master, doing what he does best.<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum<br />
Wednesday 14 October<br />
Museum of the Cumbraes<br />
Thursday 15 October<br />
11.30am, 1.30pm or 3.30pm<br />
£2/£1 concession<br />
Suitable for children aged 4+ <strong>and</strong> their families<br />
8 To book call 01294 274059 - www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Parent <strong>and</strong> Toddlers<br />
at the hac<br />
Parents, gr<strong>and</strong>parents, childminders <strong>and</strong> carers<br />
are invited along to join in these exciting <strong>and</strong><br />
stimulating lunch-time sessions. Art <strong>and</strong> craft,<br />
story-telling, drama, music, movement <strong>and</strong><br />
cinema showings, guaranteed fun for all pre 5’s!<br />
As there is no charge for these sessions <strong>and</strong> spaces<br />
are limited, we recommend that you book in<br />
advance.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Fridays 2 October, 23 October, 6 November,<br />
20 November.<br />
12 noon - 1.00pm or 1.30pm - 2.30pm<br />
FREE Admission<br />
Education<br />
Our Arts in Schools Team make the links between arts, heritage, music, drama <strong>and</strong> cultural education in<br />
schools throughout <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong>. Working closely with schools, their role is to identify ways to engage,<br />
inform, challenge, entertain <strong>and</strong> maximise the contribution of cultural activities to the education of young<br />
people. For further information on our Arts in Schools Programme, please contact us on 01294 272185 or<br />
arts@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Museum ConneXions<br />
Our Museums ConneXions programme involves<br />
schools working with <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum in<br />
Saltcoats. The focus for 2009 is the forthcoming<br />
<strong>Ayrshire</strong> Innovators exhibition which runs from<br />
October 2009 - January 2010 in <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong><br />
Museum. Classes will visit the museum <strong>and</strong> take<br />
part in an artist led workshop. For interactive<br />
information on the exhibition visit www.<br />
futuremuseum.co.uk<br />
Art in a Box<br />
A range of art resource boxes will be available for<br />
hire free of charge from January 2010. The boxes<br />
will be themed, by art form/subject matter <strong>and</strong><br />
will assist teachers <strong>and</strong> group leaders to deliver<br />
linked art lessons <strong>and</strong> activities. The boxes will<br />
provide equipment, not normally available in<br />
schools <strong>and</strong> community settings. Subjects will<br />
include: papermaking, photography, printmaking,<br />
textiles, box of dynamite (themed to Nobel<br />
Dynamite Factory in Ardeer) <strong>and</strong> box of Burns<br />
(themed to Robert Burns).<br />
Nobel Drama<br />
TAG Theatre is working with Primary Schools in<br />
the Stevenston area over a 4 week period. Using<br />
a range of drama strategies they will explore the<br />
history of the Nobel Works <strong>and</strong> the impact it had<br />
on family life in the area.<br />
World War 2 -<br />
Live Interpretation<br />
Primary Schools are invited to <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong><br />
Museum, Saltcoats to meet Maggie <strong>and</strong> Sadie who<br />
will entertain <strong>and</strong> inform them of stories about<br />
their domestic lives during the war years. This<br />
event will take place in November, is open to all<br />
primary schools <strong>and</strong> is free of charge.<br />
Gaelic Arts<br />
This project will involve primary schools <strong>and</strong> the<br />
secondary school on the Isl<strong>and</strong> of Arran. Pupils will<br />
be introduced to the Gaelic language <strong>and</strong> culture<br />
through h<strong>and</strong>s-on workshops in a range of art<br />
forms, for example visual art, song, storytelling.<br />
The project will be delivered through ‘A Curriculum<br />
for Excellence’.<br />
Museum H<strong>and</strong>ling Loan Kits<br />
& Talks<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum can provide h<strong>and</strong>ling<br />
kits for schools <strong>and</strong> community groups. We have<br />
kits with original <strong>and</strong> replica objects <strong>and</strong> backup<br />
information that relate to World War II, The 1950s<br />
<strong>and</strong> The Victorians. The kits are available to book<br />
free of charge. We can also provide professional <strong>and</strong><br />
knowledgeable speakers on a wealth of subjects.<br />
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Classes for Children<br />
& Young People<br />
Drama for 5-7 year olds<br />
With a wide variety of drama games, stories <strong>and</strong><br />
movement techniques, these classes provide<br />
an enjoyable, fun introduction to drama for all<br />
promising young actors.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturdays<br />
12.00 noon - 1.00pm<br />
£35.00/£30.00 concession<br />
Drama for 8-12 year olds<br />
Learn a wide range of drama techniques, from<br />
improvisation to characterisation, movement <strong>and</strong><br />
more.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturdays<br />
10.30am - 12.00 noon<br />
£35.00/£30.00 concession<br />
Slap Happy Art for 5-10 year olds<br />
Specially designed to suit this age group, this class<br />
offers drawing, painting, pottery <strong>and</strong> collage.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Wednesdays<br />
4.15pm - 5.30pm<br />
£35.00/£30.00 concession<br />
Art Activities for 10-14 year olds<br />
An exciting course of painting, printing, collage,<br />
construction <strong>and</strong> h<strong>and</strong>icrafts - using a variety of<br />
themes <strong>and</strong> materials.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Saturdays<br />
10.30am - 12.00 noon<br />
£35.00/£30.00 concession<br />
Saturday Art Club<br />
A collection of special art activities ranging from<br />
papermache, clay modelling, pebble painting <strong>and</strong><br />
more.<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum<br />
Saturdays<br />
11.15am - 12.45pm for 5-7 year olds<br />
2.15pm - 3.45pm for 8-12 year olds<br />
£4.50/£3.75 per class<br />
Youth Theatre for 12-16 year olds<br />
Find out how theatre works <strong>and</strong> learn about<br />
improvisation, devising, performance. No<br />
experience necessary. It’s an opportunity to<br />
build on your talent, have fun <strong>and</strong> learn from the<br />
professionals<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Tuesdays<br />
6.30pm - 8.30pm<br />
Ardrossan Civic Centre<br />
Thursdays<br />
6.30pm - 8.30pm<br />
£35.00/£30.00 concession<br />
hac Street Team<br />
The hac Street Team events are for young people<br />
15 -19 years old, who have an interest <strong>and</strong> a desire<br />
to learn more about the music industry. Our<br />
in-house Tech Team will be on h<strong>and</strong> to provide<br />
expert tuition <strong>and</strong> guidance in the exploration of<br />
the many facets connected to staging successful,<br />
live music gigs.<br />
As there is no charge for these sessions <strong>and</strong> spaces<br />
are limited, we recommend that you book in<br />
advance.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Wednesdays<br />
6.30pm - 9.00pm<br />
FREE Admission<br />
Free To Dance<br />
Ydance - the national youth<br />
dance agency for Scotl<strong>and</strong><br />
FREE dance sessions for teenage girls happening<br />
across <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong>. Explore a wide range of fun<br />
dance styles in a local venue.<br />
Visit www.ydance.org for more information.<br />
10 To book call 01294 274059 - www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Classes for<br />
Adults<br />
Life Drawing<br />
These classes cater for people of all levels of ability<br />
who wish to develop their life drawing skills.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Sunday 25 October & Sunday 29 November<br />
11.00am - 4.00pm<br />
£20.00<br />
Sunday 11 October & Sunday 8 November<br />
1.00pm - 4.00pm<br />
£12.00<br />
Writers @ hac<br />
Unlock your creativity in a series of writers<br />
workshops. A blend of hard practical advice, tried<br />
<strong>and</strong> tested methods <strong>and</strong> great fun for beginners<br />
<strong>and</strong> hardened scribes alike.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Tuesdays<br />
12.30pm - 2.30pm<br />
£42.00/£36.00 concession<br />
Art for Adults<br />
This evening course allows individuals to develop<br />
their own visual art awareness <strong>and</strong> provides the<br />
confidence for individuals to exp<strong>and</strong> their own<br />
expressive techniques <strong>and</strong> knowledge.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Mondays<br />
7.00pm - 9.00pm<br />
£42.00/£36.00 concession<br />
Art Class<br />
The aim of this course is to encourage participants<br />
to further develop their visual art awareness <strong>and</strong><br />
gain the confidence to exp<strong>and</strong> their range of skills.<br />
Various expressive techniques are offered, under<br />
the guidance of professional tutors.<br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
Wednesdays or Thursdays<br />
10.00am - 12.00 noon<br />
£42.00/£36.00 concession<br />
Festivals<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong><br />
Storytelling Festival<br />
Babble On 2009: Tales of mystery <strong>and</strong> imagination.<br />
Various venues through <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong><br />
26 October - 10 November<br />
Monday 26 October<br />
Gerry Durkin<br />
3.30pm - 4.30pm, P4-P7 children<br />
Largs <strong>Library</strong> - 01475 673309<br />
Tuesday 27 October<br />
Gerry Durkin<br />
3.30pm - 4.30pm, P4-P7 children<br />
Kilwinning LIbrary - 01294 554699<br />
Thurday 29 October<br />
Stuart McHardy & Ewan McVicar<br />
7.30pm - 8.30pm, adults <strong>and</strong> children 12+<br />
Stevenston <strong>Library</strong> - 01294 469535<br />
Friday 30 October<br />
Ewan McVicar<br />
2.00pm - 3.00pm, adults<br />
West Kilbride <strong>Library</strong> - 01294 822987<br />
Thursday 5 November<br />
Lari Don<br />
3.30pm - 4.30pm, P4-P7 children<br />
Stevenston <strong>Library</strong> - 01294 469535<br />
Monday 9 November<br />
Heather Yule<br />
3.30pm - 4.30pm, P4-P7 children<br />
Dalry <strong>Library</strong> - 01294 833196<br />
Tuesday 10 November<br />
Heather Yule<br />
3.30pm - 4.30pm, P4-P7 children<br />
Saltcoats <strong>Library</strong> - 01294 469546<br />
Martin MacIntyre<br />
11.30am - 12.30pm, adults<br />
Ardrossan <strong>Library</strong> - 01294 469682<br />
2.00pm - 3.00pm, Gaelic speaking adults<br />
Irvine <strong>Library</strong> - 01294 271295<br />
All events are FREE, but ticketed - tickets should be<br />
collected from the venue.<br />
All events organised by <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong>’s <strong>Library</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> <strong>Information</strong> <strong>Service</strong>.<br />
For more information visit:<br />
www.ers.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
For Christmas Celebrations in your area, please<br />
see our community diary on pages 16 & 17.<br />
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hacbar<br />
Why not call into the Harbour Arts Centre, in the picturesque setting of the Irvine Harbourside for a coffee,<br />
light snack or dinner.<br />
Under new management, the stylish <strong>and</strong> welcoming hacbar is one of the most popular places to visit on<br />
Irvine’s Harbourside.<br />
Open from 9.00am, seven days a week, start the day with a delicious, full breakfast or enjoy a light lunch<br />
from the extensive menu.<br />
An Early Dinner menu is served from 5.00pm to 7.00pm <strong>and</strong> each evening a full a la carte menu with a<br />
selection of specials to accommodate all tastes is served.<br />
Serving fresh, locally harvested, sea food; traditional Scottish cuts of meat accompanied by fresh seasonable<br />
vegetables; <strong>and</strong> offering dietary <strong>and</strong> vegetarian menus, all complemented by a comprehensive range of<br />
wines, spirits, beers, <strong>and</strong> cocktails. Come to the hacbar for a warm welcome <strong>and</strong> simply, great food.<br />
Opening Hours 9.00am - 10.00pm, seven days a week.<br />
To book call 01294 311833<br />
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Christmas Menu<br />
Starters<br />
Scotch Broth soup served with crusty Bread<br />
Chilled melon with Mixed berries <strong>and</strong> Lemon sorbet<br />
Trio of seafood salad with a lime dressing<br />
Chicken & Tarragon Terrine<br />
Mains<br />
Turkey with all the trimmings<br />
Honey Roasted Duck Breast served on an Orange <strong>and</strong> Bacon Salad<br />
Pan fried Salmon on a bed of creamed leeks<br />
Butternut Squash Risotto with Pinenuts<br />
Sweets<br />
Winter berry cheesecake<br />
Christmas pudding with custard<br />
White chocolate <strong>and</strong> Cinnamon parfait<br />
Selection of ice-cream<br />
Coffee/Tea <strong>and</strong> Mince pie<br />
£21.95<br />
About Us<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s provide an exciting <strong>and</strong> diverse range of workshops, performances, exhibitions, festivals<br />
<strong>and</strong> events throughout <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> for the local community <strong>and</strong> visitors to the area. We manage four<br />
arts <strong>and</strong> museum facilities where the majority of our events take place.<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s provide more than entertainment. We support <strong>and</strong> develop activity for all to participate<br />
in the arts. We work within the community, supporting the work of local organisations, artists <strong>and</strong> schools<br />
to provide opportunities to work with professional artists <strong>and</strong> performing companies. We can also provide<br />
you with help <strong>and</strong> advice with arts or culture related queries.<br />
Everyone is welcome at our events <strong>and</strong> facilities.<br />
Education<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s work in partnership with all<br />
educational establishments in <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong>.<br />
Working closely with schools, our role is to identify<br />
ways to engage, inform, challenge, entertain <strong>and</strong><br />
maximise the contribution of cultural activities<br />
to the education of young people. Contact us for<br />
more information on how we can support your<br />
local school or nursery.<br />
Festivals Forum<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s manages Festivals <strong>and</strong> Events<br />
in <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> - a vibrant <strong>and</strong> extensive<br />
programme of special events, festivals, gala days<br />
<strong>and</strong> seasonal activities take place throughout the<br />
area. Through our Festivals Forum, we can provide<br />
local groups with help <strong>and</strong> advice when planning<br />
their local events.<br />
Hire the hac<br />
If you are looking for an unique venue for<br />
conferences, seminars, meetings or corporate<br />
entertaining, the hac is an impressive <strong>and</strong><br />
inspiring venue for all manner of functions.<br />
The versatile spaces can be adapted to suit your<br />
requirements; just contact us to ensure your event<br />
is a success.<br />
Hire a Speaker<br />
We can provide your group/school with talks,<br />
demonstrations <strong>and</strong> Museum h<strong>and</strong>ling loan kits on<br />
a variety of subjects.<br />
For more information contact us:<br />
Telephone: 01294 272185<br />
Email: arts@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
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Venue <strong>Information</strong><br />
Harbour Arts Centre<br />
(Scottish Tourist Board****)<br />
Located by the picturesque Irvine Harbourside,<br />
the Harbour Arts Centre provides a vibrant<br />
programme of activities throughout the year: live<br />
music, comedy, theatre <strong>and</strong> exhibitions. It has two<br />
multipurpose studio spaces along with a gallery<br />
<strong>and</strong> welcoming <strong>and</strong> stylish café bar.<br />
114 -116 Harbour Street, Irvine KA12 8PZ<br />
Telephone: 01294 274059<br />
Fax: 01294 271419<br />
Email: harbourarts@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Web: www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Office Opening Hours<br />
10.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Thursday<br />
11.00am - 4.00pm Friday<br />
10.00am - 5.00pm Saturday<br />
11.00am - 5.00pm Sunday<br />
hacbar<br />
Opening Hours<br />
9.00am - 10.00pm, seven days a week<br />
Telephone: 01294 311833<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum<br />
(Scottish Tourist Board***)<br />
Housed within an 18th century parish church set<br />
within a listed graveyard, the museum holds an<br />
extensive range of collections from the prehistoric<br />
age to present day. Through our permanent<br />
displays <strong>and</strong> ever changing temporary exhibitions,<br />
we offer an interesting mix of old <strong>and</strong> new.<br />
There is a small range of books available to buy<br />
<strong>and</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum also provides a<br />
photocopying <strong>and</strong> laminating service for a small<br />
charge.<br />
Manse Street, Saltcoats KA21 5AA<br />
Telephone: 01294 464174<br />
Fax: 01294 464174<br />
Email: namuseum@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Web: www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Opening Hours<br />
10.00am - 5.00pm Tuesday - Saturday<br />
Closed 1.00pm - 2.00pm<br />
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Location Map<br />
Wheelchair access<br />
Induction loop<br />
Guide dogs welcome<br />
Location Map<br />
Wheelchair access<br />
Guide dogs welcome<br />
Museum of the Cumbraes<br />
(Scottish Tourist Board - awaiting grading)<br />
Located in the restored historic Garrison House in<br />
Millport, displays include the Goldie ethnography<br />
collection, diaries from the Mary Ann Wodrow<br />
collection, a Bronze Age burial cist <strong>and</strong> a collection<br />
of early carved stones unique to this area.<br />
The Garrison, Millport<br />
Isle of Cumbrae KA28 0DG<br />
Telephone: 01475 531191<br />
Email: namuseum@ north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Web: www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Opening Hours<br />
11.00am - 4.00pm Tuesday - Sunday<br />
Kilwinning Abbey Tower - STB**<br />
(Scottish Tourist Board**)<br />
Built in 1816 in the ruin of the town’s 12th century<br />
abbey. The heritage centre displays the fascinating<br />
history of the abbey <strong>and</strong> town of Kilwinning.<br />
Display of poetry by Robert <strong>Service</strong> <strong>and</strong> each<br />
year, the world’s oldest archery competition, the<br />
Papingo Shoot, takes place.<br />
Main Street, Kilwinning KA13 6AY<br />
All enquiries to <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Museum<br />
Opening Times<br />
From mid May - September<br />
1.00pm - 3.00pm Friday - Sunday<br />
Also open by appointment<br />
Location Map<br />
Wheelchair access<br />
Guide dogs welcome<br />
Location Map<br />
Wheelchair access to<br />
ground floor only<br />
Guide dogs welcome<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s<br />
For Festivals & Events, Arts in the Community & Support <strong>Service</strong>s, please contact:<br />
Woodl<strong>and</strong>s Centre, 16 Kilwinning Road, Irvine KA12 8RU<br />
T: 01294 272185<br />
F: 01294 313712<br />
E: arts@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
W: www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
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Community Diary<br />
Please tell us about your event <strong>and</strong> we will list it - free of charge.<br />
Telephone: 01294 272185 Email: arts@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Wasps Artists’<br />
Open Studios Weekend 09<br />
Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 October<br />
Courtyard Studios, Irvine<br />
Saturday 11.00am - 5.00pm<br />
Sunday 12noon - 5.00pm<br />
Web: www.waspsstudios.org.uk<br />
www.courtyard-studios.co.uk<br />
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Irvine Folk Club<br />
Wednesday 7 October<br />
Special Guest - Kent DuChaine<br />
Vineburgh Community Centre, Quarry Road, Irvine<br />
8.00pm<br />
£5.00 members/£7.00 non-members<br />
Web: www.irvinefolkclub.co.uk<br />
Festival of Juvenile Piping<br />
Thursday 17 October<br />
Auchenharvie Academy, Stevenston<br />
Irvine Folk Club<br />
Wednesday 21 October<br />
Special Guests - Ian Davidson & Carissa Bovill<br />
Vineburgh Community Centre, Quarry Road, Irvine<br />
8.00pm<br />
£5.00 members/£7.00 non-members<br />
Web: www.irvinefolkclub.co.uk<br />
Three Towns<br />
Firework Display<br />
Sunday 1 November<br />
Saltcoats Harbour, The Braes, Saltcoats<br />
6.00pm<br />
Contact: Donald Reid<br />
Telephone: 01294 472194<br />
Email: donhere@hotmail.co.uk<br />
Irvine Folk Club<br />
Wednesday 4 November<br />
Special Guests - Broom Bezzums<br />
Vineburgh Community Centre, Quarry Road, Irvine<br />
8.00pm<br />
£5.00 members/£7.00 non-members<br />
Web: www.irvinefolkclub.co.uk<br />
Irvine Folk Club<br />
Wednesday 18 November<br />
Special Guest - Lyra Celtica<br />
Vineburgh Community Centre, Quarry Road, Irvine<br />
8.00pm<br />
£5.00 members/£7.00 non-members<br />
Web: www.irvinefolkclub.co.uk<br />
Irvine Christmas Lights -<br />
Switch On<br />
Sunday 22 November<br />
Town House, Irvine<br />
4.45pm<br />
Contact: Pat McPhee<br />
Telephone: 07920-700664<br />
Email: pmcphee@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
Kilwinning Christmas Lights<br />
Thursday 26 November<br />
5.30pm<br />
Contact: Joe Broussard<br />
Telephone: 01294-552284<br />
Email: pk@broussard.co.uk<br />
Web: www.s1kilwinning.com<br />
Dalry Tinsel & Torchlight<br />
Procession<br />
Friday 27 November<br />
Smith Street leading to Dalry Cross<br />
6.30pm<br />
Contact: Myra Sim<br />
Telephone: 01294-833772<br />
Email: myrasim@aol.com<br />
Web: www.s1dalry.com<br />
Saltcoats Christmas Lights -<br />
Switch On<br />
Friday 27 November<br />
7.00pm<br />
Contact: Jane Hamilton<br />
Telephone: 07763 462238<br />
West Kilbride Christmas Gift<br />
& Craft Fair<br />
Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 November<br />
West Kilbride Community Centre<br />
Saturday 10.00am - 4.30pm &<br />
Sunday 12noon - 4.00pm<br />
Contact: West Kilbride Community Initiative Ltd<br />
Telephone: 01294 822266<br />
Email: info@westkilbride.org.uk<br />
Web: www.westkilbride.org.uk<br />
Kilbirnie & Glengarnock Craft<br />
Fayre & Christmas Festival<br />
Saturday 28 November<br />
Community Halls & Main Street, Kilbirnie<br />
Contact: Joan Perry<br />
Telephone: 01505 682379<br />
Email: joan.perry@talktalk.net<br />
Irvine Folk Club<br />
Wednesday 2 December<br />
Special Guests - Sean & Robyn Gray<br />
Vineburgh Community Centre, Quarry Road, Irvine<br />
8.00pm<br />
£5.00 members/£7.00 non-members<br />
Web: www.irvinefolkclub.co.uk<br />
West Kilbride Yuletide Night<br />
Friday 4 December<br />
West Kilbride, Main Street<br />
6.15pm<br />
Contact: Kirsty Allan<br />
Telephone: 01294 822924<br />
Email: info@coastalaromas.co.uk<br />
Web: www.s1westkilbride.com<br />
Whitlees Annual Santa Parade<br />
Friday 4 December<br />
Whitlees Centre, Ardrossan<br />
7.00pm - 9.00pm<br />
Contact: Margaret Massie<br />
Telephone: 01294 466137<br />
Email: margaret.massie@bigfoot.com<br />
Largs Yuletide Evening<br />
Thursday 10 December<br />
Main Street, Largs<br />
Contact: Marlyn Green<br />
Telephone: 01475 686058<br />
Email: marlyn@athree.freeserve.co.uk<br />
Web: www.largsonline.co.uk<br />
Irvine Folk Club<br />
Wednesday 16 December<br />
Special Guests - Appalachian Mist<br />
Vineburgh Community Centre, Quarry Road, Irvine<br />
8.00pm<br />
£5.00 members/£7.00 non-members<br />
Web: www.irvinefolkclub.co.uk<br />
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Booking<br />
<strong>Information</strong><br />
How to Book Your Tickets<br />
To book tickets for all <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong> activities:<br />
Telephone: 01294 274059<br />
Online: www.ticketweb.co.uk<br />
In person: Call into one of our venues.<br />
You can pay by credit card, debit card or cheque,<br />
made payable to <strong>North</strong> <strong>Ayrshire</strong> Council (with a<br />
valid guarantee card).<br />
For postal bookings a surcharge of 50p will apply.<br />
Reservations<br />
All reservations will be held for a maximum of<br />
three days <strong>and</strong> will be released after this period if<br />
payment has not been made 24 hours prior to the<br />
performance.<br />
Refunds<br />
Tickets cannot be exchanged, or money refunded,<br />
except in the event of cancellation by <strong>Cultural</strong><br />
<strong>Service</strong>s.<br />
Concessions<br />
These apply to full-time students, under 18’s,<br />
senior citizens, people with disabilities <strong>and</strong> a<br />
companion, Young Scot card holders <strong>and</strong> benefit<br />
claimants. Proof of eligibility is required.<br />
Group Booking<br />
For group bookings we offer one free ticket for<br />
every 10 purchased.<br />
Latecomers<br />
If you arrive once a performance has started you<br />
may not be admitted.<br />
Recording<br />
The use of cameras <strong>and</strong> recording equipment is<br />
prohibited without permission from management.<br />
Customer Feedback<br />
Our staff will be happy to help with queries. We<br />
welcome <strong>and</strong> value your feedback <strong>and</strong> comments on<br />
your experiences at any <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s facility.<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s Mailing List<br />
Join the mailing list to be kept informed about<br />
what’s happening.<br />
Contact the hac or send an email to:<br />
harbourarts@north-ayrshire.gov.uk<br />
with ‘mailing list’ in the subject box.<br />
<strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Service</strong>s reserves the right to make<br />
alterations to the programme as deemed<br />
necessary.<br />
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