Looking for things to do this summer? We have cool Latin jazz, an extraordinary photography talk, kids' events, and a night of classic rock favourites at Quarrymen's Arts Centre ("the Q") in Creetown this summer. Keep reading for more details... |
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ORDINARY FOLK, EXTRAORDINARY STORIES Series Local People Who've Done Amazing Things Get your tickets now for David Quinn, our next extraordinary speaker on 14th June at 7:30 PM. He will share stories and photos from both of his fascinating lives. |
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David Quinn was an internationally-touring alternative rock musician in the 1980s. Today, he's a renowned photographer of landscapes and "microscapes" (see below). David's work has appeared in many shows including Spring Fling 2024, and he was shortlisted for Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year. If you love outdoor photography (or want to know more about life as a rock musician) -- don't miss David's lively and visually-inspiring talk. Come early and enjoy the open bar. Photography available for purchase. Doors open at 6:45. Programme starts at 7:30. Tickets: £6 | | |
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SUMMER MUSIC AT THE Q: Trio Magico Saturday, 22nd June 2024 7:30 PM Tickets: £14/£12 Open bar. | | |
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Don't miss a fantastic Saturday evening of Brazilian jazz at Quarrymen's Arts Centre's "Q Club" with an open bar, great seating, and three award-winning musicians from Trio Magico: Paul Harrison (piano), Mario Caribe (bass) and Stuart Brown (drums). |
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Infectious rhythms and beautifully intense melodies. A celebration of the music of Brazilian piano and guitar virtuoso, Egberto Gismonti. Trio Magico has played throughout Scotland and internationally to sell-out crowds. |
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SUMMER MUSIC AT THE Q: Astoria Popular SW Scotland covers band. Rock with Astoria in August! Saturday, 2nd August 2024 7:30 PM Tickets: £10/£8 Open bar. | | |
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Dragons of the Cree 3rd July 2024,10:30 - 11:30am. Create dragon stories and characters in this fun creative writing workshop, ages 9 - 14. £3 per child* Imaginary Worlds 4th July 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am. Learn how to turn real worlds into imaginary ones in this fun writing workshop, ages 9 - 14. £3 per child* Picture Book Jamboree 5th July 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am. An event for the whole family, especially children ages 4 - 8. Let our four fantastic picture book readers entertain you. Refreshments and nibbles included. £5 per family.* * children must be accompanied by an adult |
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A Message from Quarrymen's Quarrymen's is run by an all-volunteer group from the local community. Our goal is to make Quarrymen's Arts Centre an incredible resource for the community and beyond. We are working to promote local artists, makers, musicians, trades and businesses, and other talented people who live among us. Your ticket purchase is one of our primary means of financial support. Thanks for helping us to fill seats and keep this new venue going strong into the future. |
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If you have ideas for new programmes and events you'd like to see at Quarrymen's, do drop us a line at the email below. With our views over dramatic Wigtown Bay, we'd love to get some outdoor seating for people to use. If you have any to donate, please let us know. Email us: info@quarrymensartscentre.co.uk |
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The Scenic Corner Photographs by David Quinn, our June speaker |
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