Let Donald Kay take you back to the 1200s doscover where and when the Royal Charter was awarded and by whom , here about Ayr’s many distinguished guests .Here all the old stories see the place where the witch Maggie Osbourne was burnt , enjoy the old town , the fort, and not forgetting Robert Burns 07867 510 165 or 01292 885680 £8.50 £7.50 consessions group bookings accepted

Contact the tourist board 01292 885680 or Donald Kay 07867 510 165

Tourist Board the Sandgate Ayr Ayrshire KA7 1BY

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh EH8 8AS

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh Lothian EH8 8AS

Cook School by Martin Wishart will reveal the secrets of the ‘restaurant kitchen’ through a series of practical classes, demonstrations and corporate events. It promises to deliver an all round culinary education in an intimate setting.

Tues - Sat, 9 am - 9 pm, open at other times by appointment

14 Bonnington Road EH6 9JD

Every Thursday at 9:30pm. New Musicians / Bands always welcome. All gear supplied.

Thursdays at 9:30pm

Eagle Tavern, Prestwick Ayrshire KA9 1AJ

Workshops we offer are: 2-day Acting for TV, Film & Theatre, 1-day Monologue & Character Development, 1-day Cold Reading & Audition Technique, 1-day Paired Scene Study, 1-day Improvisation. Other classes we offer are: 1-1 Acting Coaching and Audition Prep, 1-1 Coaching for Higher Drama students, Summer School for 13-17 year olds, After school drama classes for 5 - 12 year olds

Classes and workshops are run frequently - please see the website for information

1 St Colme Street Edinburgh EH3 6AA

Are you always too busy? Do you never seem to have time to do what you want to do? Do you sometimes not know what you want to do? At Life Clubs you learn practical tools and skills to help you get more out of your life. Life Clubs are weekly group workshops around the UK where anyone can go to make their good life better. It only costs £15 a week, or £2.14 a day. 0207 22 22 199 lifeclubs.co.uk

The Edinburgh Life Club runs every Tuesday evening 6.45-8.30 pm.

The Cumberland Bar, 1-3 Cumberland Street Edinburgh EH3 6RT

See Scotland's top riders battle wheel to wheel at speeds of up to 160mph. With full grids in all classes the racing is sure to be spectacular.

9am - 5pm. Racing from 11am

Knockhill Racing Circuit KY12 9TF

Visit the milking parlour and the creamery where you can learn how we turn milk into delicious ice cream. The route is suitable for those with buggies or wheelchairs. Cost to be confirmed. Booking advisable: call 01557 814040. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Every day we’re open. 2.45pm. Lasts approximately 1 and a quarter hours.

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2DR

Taste a selection of scrumptious Cream o’ Galloway ice creams & frozen yogurts and hear stories about their creation. From the viewing gallery overlooking our production area, you’ll see the equipment used and learn about the process from raw ingredients to finished product. Booking advisable - call 01557 814040 Price to be confirmed.

Every day we’re open. 11.30am and 1.30pm, with additional tours during busy periods - call for more info

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet Dumfries Galloway DG7 2DR

The good weather is here and the cosybike is ready to respond to private hires especially on Sundays! 07789 912462 15% off if you quote the secret code (7seats) shhhhh! And tell me a good joke too just to make sure. That’s only £34!!!!

Glasgow Green Central Scotland G42 7JH

Sundays mainly 10 - 7pm

Learn about Tullibody and Cambus history all in one building. Come and see model village,school room with artifacts and information dating back to 4000BC. Family History material available Contact Mrs C Calder on 01259 723376. Admission Adults £1--Children 25p. Teas and coffees available.

Saturday 2-4pm or by arrangements at other times

Civic Centre, Abercromby Place, Tullibody, Clackmannanshire FK10 2RS

An exciting new exhibition presented by Paisley Museum and Glasgow University students. The exhibition explores African, East Asian, American, Hispano-Moresque, English, and Scottish influences in the Museum’s fabulous studio ceramics collection. Famous and less familiar names from the world of studio pottery will be showcased. Come along and enjoy the collection!

Tue-Sat 1000-1700, Sunday 1400-1700

Paisley Museum, High Street, Paisley

Relax Kids classes give children a unique & magical experience as they relax their bodies & minds while using their imagination & creativity. The class includes movement games, simple stretches, peer/self massage, breathing exercises, positive thinking and visualisations which help children improve their self confidence and self-esteem. Come along and join the fun with a different theme each week

1.50 - 2.20pm Parent (carer, granny, nanny etc) & child (age 2.5 to 4) 2.30 - 3.20pm Pre school (ages 3.5 - 5) 3.30 - 4.20pm P1 & P2 (ages 4 – 7 approx) Classes cost £4.50 per class when b

With a -40ºc winter and +30ºc summer, the Tlicho people of subarctic Canada live in harmony with a hostile environment that has the most extreme temperature changes on earth. This moving exihibition highlights the traditional skills and crafts the Tlicho have used as well as the beneficial relationship they developed with Scotland after they won the rights to self govern their own land.

National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF

Relax Kids classes give children a unique & magical experience as they relax their bodies & minds while using their imagination & creativity. The class includes movement games, simple stretches, peer/self massage, breathing exercises, positive thinking and visualisations which help children improve their self confidence and self-esteem. Come along and join the fun with a different theme each week

From a 15th century mercenary to an infantry soldier in today’s army, the National War Museum’s exciting new exhibition covers the bloody and important history of the men on the fighting front of Scotland’s battlefields.

Monday to Sunday 9.30am to 6.00pm (1 Apr to 30 Sep); 9.30am to 5.00pm (1 Oct to 31 Mar)

War Museum Scotland, Edinburgh Castle EH1 2NG

Local musician, Dennis Alexander invites any performers to come and have a go. Singer Songwriters, comedy, covers, anything as long as it is acoustic. (PA supplied)

Every Wednesday

Betty Nicols Pub 287 High Street KIRKCALDY KY1 1JH

A new fun, healthy and interesting way to see towns in and around the Lothians. It is self-guided for you to complete in your own time and at your own pace. A Treasure Trail booklet costs £5 and is all that is required for an entire group, and will provide a half day’s entertainment. Making use of statues, plaques and other notable items on the trail will lead to solve your Treaure Trails mystery.

Complete the trails at your convenience. Trails available for download at the treasure trails web site.

variou

The University of Dundee’s new Zoology Museum is open to the public on Friday afternoons throughout the summer - why not come along to see amazing animals from around the world?

Fridays, 2 - 4.30pm

D’Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum, Carnelley Building, University of Dundee DD1 4HN

Over the summer holidays we will be running themed craft weeks. Come along every day, Monday to Friday, for a week 10.30 – 12.30. Cost is £70 for the week and includes all materials as well as a drink and snack. Full details at theimaginationworkshop.co.uk/month%20classes.html

10.00-5.30 Sun 11.00-5.00

the imagination workshop ,136 Marchmont Road EH9 1AQ

Summer Holidays 2008 - Creche Matters! are offering fun packed activity classes for children aged under 7 years. Creche Matters! is based within the Victoria Buildings Grounds, Stewart Road, directly behind the Cinema in the Central Retail Park. Activities will include music and rhythm, arts and crafts, and many more. Places are limited. For more information or to book a class call 01324 639896

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 2 classes per day, from 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Cost- £8 per 3 hour class. Advance booking required

CRECHE MATTERS! 129 STEWART ROAD FALKIRK FK2 7AQ

Visitors can become explorers for the day as they try out a fun mix of hands-on exhibits, multimedia displays and play areas, to discover how similar we are to our ape relatives. The exhibition is split into four main themes including a thought-provoking journey through ape species, ape behaviour, current threats and conservation initiatives. For more information phone 01382 228800.

Open 7 days, 10am - 5pm.

Sensation: Dundee Tayside DD1 4QB

Try your hand at pond dipping and take a closer look at the creatures that spend their lives underwater. Search the garden plants for bugs and beasties to discover their many hiding places. Grade: Easy. Costs: to be confirmed. Bring: Wellington boots and waterproof clothes if you have them. Booking: 01557 814040.

Tuesdays and Thursdays in July/August, 12 noon. Lasts approximately 45 mins.

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2DR

1/2 HOUR CLASSES OF PURE SENSORY EXPERIENCES FOR BABIES 0-13MONTHS ACCOMPANIED BY THEIR PARENT OR RELATIVE. £3.50 BOOKED IN ADVANCE £4.00 DROP IN. EVERY Thursday except 24th & 31st JULY CONTACT PENNY CLARK 01506 415002 07958421454

13.00 -16.00 4 X 1/2 HOUR SESSIONS 13.00-13.30 13.45-14.15 14.30-15.00 15.15-15.45

GORGIE CITY FARM EH11 2LA

Get taken through the basics with sessions to improve your balance, co-ordination, agility, confidence and bike handling skills around the course. Booking essential please contact 01671 401303 Forestry Commission: 0845 3673787

Time:Under 16’s 4.30pm - 6pm. Over 16’s 6.30pm - 8pm £5 per session or £30 for 8 sessions Meet:The Break Pad Bike Shop - Kirroughtree Visitor Centre

Galloway Forest Park. 3 miles east of Newton Stewart just off the A75. GridRef:NX 452 646. Dumfries Galloway

Get taken through the basics with sessions to improve your balance, co-ordination, agility, confidence and bike handling skills around the course. Booking essential please contact 01671 401303 Forestry Commission: 0845 3673787

Time:Under 16’s 4.30pm - 6pm. Over 16’s 6.30pm - 8pm £5 per session or £30 for 8 sessions Meet:The Break Pad Bike Shop - Kirroughtree Visitor Centre

Galloway Forest Park. 3 miles east of Newton Stewart just off the A75. GridRef:NX 452 646.

For those of all meditation experience, we will introduce meditation methods to help you in the daily living of your life, based on the simple and effective instructions of Ven Karma Jiga, spiritual director of Rokpa Dundee, these classes are an ideal opportunity to learn how to live your life in a more positive way. All are welcome.

7.15 - 9.00 pm - £20

Rokpa Dundee, 51 Reform Street, Dundee Tayside

Summer playscheme/family club on mondays,wednesdays & fridays 10 am till 11.45 am...14th july till 8th august,,for under 8s but older siblings welcome too,,parental involvement a must,,,activities include arts & crafts,sports & more, disco £1....please do not arrive on a day you need to register to book a place as spaces are limited and filling fast,contact wilma on 07793942597 or eve 01505355684

MONDAYS,WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS 10 AM TILL 11.30 A.M. 50P ENTRANCE ..DISCO £1

WEST JOHNSTONE SHARED CAMPUS,GYM HALL

Join one of our Wildlife Rangers in this hike to the summit of Beinn na Stroine (636m), looking out for wildlife including red deer and eagles on the way. This is a strenuous walk involving steep climbs, so participants must have a high level of fitness and some experience of upland hill walking. Yes - Please telephone Helen Wilson at the Lorne Forest District office on 01786 223016 to book. Fores

Time:10:00 Free, but booking is essential. Meet:Corryghoil Foresty Depot

Glen Orchy and Glen Lochy. GridRef:NN193276.

Throughout the summer holidays join us to take part in minibeast safaris,pond dipping,birdwatching,wildlife gardening or indoor activities if the weather is poor. Please bring a packed lunch and be sure to book in advance. £2 Wildlife Explorer Members, £4 non members. Adults must accompany children aged 8 and under. Stout footwear and waterproofs recommended.

RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve, Largs Road PA12 4JF

This year, we are holding our family fun day in the Forest of Ae. Expect all the activities and displays that Mabie Magic offered over the last few years, plus some new additions! Booking Not required Forestry Commission: 0845 3673787

Time:10:00 to 15:00 Free Meet:See details in press and on posters nearer the date

Forests of the Southern Uplands. GridRef:NX983901. Dumfries Galloway

Let Donald Kay take you back to the 1200s doscover where and when the Royal Charter was awarded and by whom , here about Ayr’s many distinguished guests .Here all the old stories see the place where the witch Maggie Osbourne was burnt , enjoy the old town , the fort, and not forgetting Robert Burns 07867 510 165 or 01292 885680 £8.50 £7.50 consessions group bookings accepted

Contact the tourist board 01292 885680 or Donald Kay 07867 510 165

Tourist Board the Sandgate Ayr Ayrshire KA7 1BY

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh EH8 8AS

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh Lothian EH8 8AS

Cook School by Martin Wishart will reveal the secrets of the ‘restaurant kitchen’ through a series of practical classes, demonstrations and corporate events. It promises to deliver an all round culinary education in an intimate setting.

Tues - Sat, 9 am - 9 pm, open at other times by appointment

14 Bonnington Road EH6 9JD

Every Thursday at 9:30pm. New Musicians / Bands always welcome. All gear supplied.

Thursdays at 9:30pm

Eagle Tavern, Prestwick Ayrshire KA9 1AJ

Workshops we offer are: 2-day Acting for TV, Film & Theatre, 1-day Monologue & Character Development, 1-day Cold Reading & Audition Technique, 1-day Paired Scene Study, 1-day Improvisation. Other classes we offer are: 1-1 Acting Coaching and Audition Prep, 1-1 Coaching for Higher Drama students, Summer School for 13-17 year olds, After school drama classes for 5 - 12 year olds

Classes and workshops are run frequently - please see the website for information

1 St Colme Street Edinburgh EH3 6AA

Are you always too busy? Do you never seem to have time to do what you want to do? Do you sometimes not know what you want to do? At Life Clubs you learn practical tools and skills to help you get more out of your life. Life Clubs are weekly group workshops around the UK where anyone can go to make their good life better. It only costs £15 a week, or £2.14 a day. 0207 22 22 199 lifeclubs.co.uk

The Edinburgh Life Club runs every Tuesday evening 6.45-8.30 pm.

The Cumberland Bar, 1-3 Cumberland Street Edinburgh EH3 6RT

See Scotland's top riders battle wheel to wheel at speeds of up to 160mph. With full grids in all classes the racing is sure to be spectacular.

9am - 5pm. Racing from 11am

Knockhill Racing Circuit KY12 9TF

Visit the milking parlour and the creamery where you can learn how we turn milk into delicious ice cream. The route is suitable for those with buggies or wheelchairs. Cost to be confirmed. Booking advisable: call 01557 814040. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Every day we’re open. 2.45pm. Lasts approximately 1 and a quarter hours.

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2DR

Taste a selection of scrumptious Cream o’ Galloway ice creams & frozen yogurts and hear stories about their creation. From the viewing gallery overlooking our production area, you’ll see the equipment used and learn about the process from raw ingredients to finished product. Booking advisable - call 01557 814040 Price to be confirmed.

Every day we’re open. 11.30am and 1.30pm, with additional tours during busy periods - call for more info

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet Dumfries Galloway DG7 2DR

The good weather is here and the cosybike is ready to respond to private hires especially on Sundays! 07789 912462 15% off if you quote the secret code (7seats) shhhhh! And tell me a good joke too just to make sure. That’s only £34!!!!

Glasgow Green Central Scotland G42 7JH

Sundays mainly 10 - 7pm

Learn about Tullibody and Cambus history all in one building. Come and see model village,school room with artifacts and information dating back to 4000BC. Family History material available Contact Mrs C Calder on 01259 723376. Admission Adults £1--Children 25p. Teas and coffees available.

Saturday 2-4pm or by arrangements at other times

Civic Centre, Abercromby Place, Tullibody, Clackmannanshire FK10 2RS

An exciting new exhibition presented by Paisley Museum and Glasgow University students. The exhibition explores African, East Asian, American, Hispano-Moresque, English, and Scottish influences in the Museum’s fabulous studio ceramics collection. Famous and less familiar names from the world of studio pottery will be showcased. Come along and enjoy the collection!

Tue-Sat 1000-1700, Sunday 1400-1700

Paisley Museum, High Street, Paisley

Relax Kids classes give children a unique & magical experience as they relax their bodies & minds while using their imagination & creativity. The class includes movement games, simple stretches, peer/self massage, breathing exercises, positive thinking and visualisations which help children improve their self confidence and self-esteem. Come along and join the fun with a different theme each week

1.50 - 2.20pm Parent (carer, granny, nanny etc) & child (age 2.5 to 4) 2.30 - 3.20pm Pre school (ages 3.5 - 5) 3.30 - 4.20pm P1 & P2 (ages 4 – 7 approx) Classes cost £4.50 per class when b

With a -40ºc winter and +30ºc summer, the Tlicho people of subarctic Canada live in harmony with a hostile environment that has the most extreme temperature changes on earth. This moving exihibition highlights the traditional skills and crafts the Tlicho have used as well as the beneficial relationship they developed with Scotland after they won the rights to self govern their own land.

National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF

Relax Kids classes give children a unique & magical experience as they relax their bodies & minds while using their imagination & creativity. The class includes movement games, simple stretches, peer/self massage, breathing exercises, positive thinking and visualisations which help children improve their self confidence and self-esteem. Come along and join the fun with a different theme each week

From a 15th century mercenary to an infantry soldier in today’s army, the National War Museum’s exciting new exhibition covers the bloody and important history of the men on the fighting front of Scotland’s battlefields.

Monday to Sunday 9.30am to 6.00pm (1 Apr to 30 Sep); 9.30am to 5.00pm (1 Oct to 31 Mar)

War Museum Scotland, Edinburgh Castle EH1 2NG

Local musician, Dennis Alexander invites any performers to come and have a go. Singer Songwriters, comedy, covers, anything as long as it is acoustic. (PA supplied)

Every Wednesday

Betty Nicols Pub 287 High Street KIRKCALDY KY1 1JH

A new fun, healthy and interesting way to see towns in and around the Lothians. It is self-guided for you to complete in your own time and at your own pace. A Treasure Trail booklet costs £5 and is all that is required for an entire group, and will provide a half day’s entertainment. Making use of statues, plaques and other notable items on the trail will lead to solve your Treaure Trails mystery.

Complete the trails at your convenience. Trails available for download at the treasure trails web site.

variou

The University of Dundee’s new Zoology Museum is open to the public on Friday afternoons throughout the summer - why not come along to see amazing animals from around the world?

Fridays, 2 - 4.30pm

D’Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum, Carnelley Building, University of Dundee DD1 4HN

Over the summer holidays we will be running themed craft weeks. Come along every day, Monday to Friday, for a week 10.30 – 12.30. Cost is £70 for the week and includes all materials as well as a drink and snack. Full details at theimaginationworkshop.co.uk/month%20classes.html

10.00-5.30 Sun 11.00-5.00

the imagination workshop ,136 Marchmont Road EH9 1AQ

Summer Holidays 2008 - Creche Matters! are offering fun packed activity classes for children aged under 7 years. Creche Matters! is based within the Victoria Buildings Grounds, Stewart Road, directly behind the Cinema in the Central Retail Park. Activities will include music and rhythm, arts and crafts, and many more. Places are limited. For more information or to book a class call 01324 639896

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 2 classes per day, from 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Cost- £8 per 3 hour class. Advance booking required

CRECHE MATTERS! 129 STEWART ROAD FALKIRK FK2 7AQ

Visitors can become explorers for the day as they try out a fun mix of hands-on exhibits, multimedia displays and play areas, to discover how similar we are to our ape relatives. The exhibition is split into four main themes including a thought-provoking journey through ape species, ape behaviour, current threats and conservation initiatives. For more information phone 01382 228800.

Open 7 days, 10am - 5pm.

Sensation: Dundee Tayside DD1 4QB

Try your hand at pond dipping and take a closer look at the creatures that spend their lives underwater. Search the garden plants for bugs and beasties to discover their many hiding places. Grade: Easy. Costs: to be confirmed. Bring: Wellington boots and waterproof clothes if you have them. Booking: 01557 814040.

Tuesdays and Thursdays in July/August, 12 noon. Lasts approximately 45 mins.

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2DR

1/2 HOUR CLASSES OF PURE SENSORY EXPERIENCES FOR BABIES 0-13MONTHS ACCOMPANIED BY THEIR PARENT OR RELATIVE. £3.50 BOOKED IN ADVANCE £4.00 DROP IN. EVERY Thursday except 24th & 31st JULY CONTACT PENNY CLARK 01506 415002 07958421454

13.00 -16.00 4 X 1/2 HOUR SESSIONS 13.00-13.30 13.45-14.15 14.30-15.00 15.15-15.45

GORGIE CITY FARM EH11 2LA

Get taken through the basics with sessions to improve your balance, co-ordination, agility, confidence and bike handling skills around the course. Booking essential please contact 01671 401303 Forestry Commission: 0845 3673787

Time:Under 16’s 4.30pm - 6pm. Over 16’s 6.30pm - 8pm £5 per session or £30 for 8 sessions Meet:The Break Pad Bike Shop - Kirroughtree Visitor Centre

Galloway Forest Park. 3 miles east of Newton Stewart just off the A75. GridRef:NX 452 646. Dumfries Galloway

Get taken through the basics with sessions to improve your balance, co-ordination, agility, confidence and bike handling skills around the course. Booking essential please contact 01671 401303 Forestry Commission: 0845 3673787

Time:Under 16’s 4.30pm - 6pm. Over 16’s 6.30pm - 8pm £5 per session or £30 for 8 sessions Meet:The Break Pad Bike Shop - Kirroughtree Visitor Centre

Galloway Forest Park. 3 miles east of Newton Stewart just off the A75. GridRef:NX 452 646.

For those of all meditation experience, we will introduce meditation methods to help you in the daily living of your life, based on the simple and effective instructions of Ven Karma Jiga, spiritual director of Rokpa Dundee, these classes are an ideal opportunity to learn how to live your life in a more positive way. All are welcome.

7.15 - 9.00 pm - £20

Rokpa Dundee, 51 Reform Street, Dundee Tayside

Summer playscheme/family club on mondays,wednesdays & fridays 10 am till 11.45 am...14th july till 8th august,,for under 8s but older siblings welcome too,,parental involvement a must,,,activities include arts & crafts,sports & more, disco £1....please do not arrive on a day you need to register to book a place as spaces are limited and filling fast,contact wilma on 07793942597 or eve 01505355684

MONDAYS,WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS 10 AM TILL 11.30 A.M. 50P ENTRANCE ..DISCO £1

WEST JOHNSTONE SHARED CAMPUS,GYM HALL

Join one of our Wildlife Rangers in this hike to the summit of Beinn na Stroine (636m), looking out for wildlife including red deer and eagles on the way. This is a strenuous walk involving steep climbs, so participants must have a high level of fitness and some experience of upland hill walking. Yes - Please telephone Helen Wilson at the Lorne Forest District office on 01786 223016 to book. Fores

Time:10:00 Free, but booking is essential. Meet:Corryghoil Foresty Depot

Glen Orchy and Glen Lochy. GridRef:NN193276.

Glen Nant National Nature Reserve is home to many species of marvellous moths. Why not join an expert to learn more about Argyll’s moths and how to identify some of these beautiful invertebrates? We will be looking at moths caught in moth-traps run the previous evening and all moths will be released unharmed. This event is organised in partnership with Butterfly Conse

Time:10:00am Free Meet:Glen Nant Car Park

Fearnoch. GridRef:NN019273

The Big Tent festival (26-27 July) is a weekend of celebrations, music, art and creativity which champions the work of the environmental movement and those concerned with the conservation of the living world.

Saturday & Sunday 10am till 10pm

The Stables, Falkland Estate, Falkland KY15 7AF

The Big Tent is a 2 day environmental festival set in the beautiful village of Falkland, Fife. Over the weekend there will be a host of debates, exhibitions and workshops on environmental and sustainable issues. There will be a fantastic cultural and music line up with headline acts of the Peatbog Faeries and King Creosote. There will be a dedicated children’s zone.

10.30am to 10pm

Falkland Palace grounds Fife KY15 7AF

Let Donald Kay take you back to the 1200s doscover where and when the Royal Charter was awarded and by whom , here about Ayr’s many distinguished guests .Here all the old stories see the place where the witch Maggie Osbourne was burnt , enjoy the old town , the fort, and not forgetting Robert Burns 07867 510 165 or 01292 885680 £8.50 £7.50 consessions group bookings accepted

Contact the tourist board 01292 885680 or Donald Kay 07867 510 165

Tourist Board the Sandgate Ayr Ayrshire KA7 1BY

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh EH8 8AS

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh Lothian EH8 8AS

Cook School by Martin Wishart will reveal the secrets of the ‘restaurant kitchen’ through a series of practical classes, demonstrations and corporate events. It promises to deliver an all round culinary education in an intimate setting.

Tues - Sat, 9 am - 9 pm, open at other times by appointment

14 Bonnington Road EH6 9JD

Every Thursday at 9:30pm. New Musicians / Bands always welcome. All gear supplied.

Thursdays at 9:30pm

Eagle Tavern, Prestwick Ayrshire KA9 1AJ

Workshops we offer are: 2-day Acting for TV, Film & Theatre, 1-day Monologue & Character Development, 1-day Cold Reading & Audition Technique, 1-day Paired Scene Study, 1-day Improvisation. Other classes we offer are: 1-1 Acting Coaching and Audition Prep, 1-1 Coaching for Higher Drama students, Summer School for 13-17 year olds, After school drama classes for 5 - 12 year olds

Classes and workshops are run frequently - please see the website for information

1 St Colme Street Edinburgh EH3 6AA

Are you always too busy? Do you never seem to have time to do what you want to do? Do you sometimes not know what you want to do? At Life Clubs you learn practical tools and skills to help you get more out of your life. Life Clubs are weekly group workshops around the UK where anyone can go to make their good life better. It only costs £15 a week, or £2.14 a day. 0207 22 22 199 lifeclubs.co.uk

The Edinburgh Life Club runs every Tuesday evening 6.45-8.30 pm.

The Cumberland Bar, 1-3 Cumberland Street Edinburgh EH3 6RT

See Scotland's top riders battle wheel to wheel at speeds of up to 160mph. With full grids in all classes the racing is sure to be spectacular.

9am - 5pm. Racing from 11am

Knockhill Racing Circuit KY12 9TF

Visit the milking parlour and the creamery where you can learn how we turn milk into delicious ice cream. The route is suitable for those with buggies or wheelchairs. Cost to be confirmed. Booking advisable: call 01557 814040. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Every day we’re open. 2.45pm. Lasts approximately 1 and a quarter hours.

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2DR

Taste a selection of scrumptious Cream o’ Galloway ice creams & frozen yogurts and hear stories about their creation. From the viewing gallery overlooking our production area, you’ll see the equipment used and learn about the process from raw ingredients to finished product. Booking advisable - call 01557 814040 Price to be confirmed.

Every day we’re open. 11.30am and 1.30pm, with additional tours during busy periods - call for more info

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet Dumfries Galloway DG7 2DR

The good weather is here and the cosybike is ready to respond to private hires especially on Sundays! 07789 912462 15% off if you quote the secret code (7seats) shhhhh! And tell me a good joke too just to make sure. That’s only £34!!!!

Glasgow Green Central Scotland G42 7JH

Sundays mainly 10 - 7pm

Learn about Tullibody and Cambus history all in one building. Come and see model village,school room with artifacts and information dating back to 4000BC. Family History material available Contact Mrs C Calder on 01259 723376. Admission Adults £1--Children 25p. Teas and coffees available.

Saturday 2-4pm or by arrangements at other times

Civic Centre, Abercromby Place, Tullibody, Clackmannanshire FK10 2RS

An exciting new exhibition presented by Paisley Museum and Glasgow University students. The exhibition explores African, East Asian, American, Hispano-Moresque, English, and Scottish influences in the Museum’s fabulous studio ceramics collection. Famous and less familiar names from the world of studio pottery will be showcased. Come along and enjoy the collection!

Tue-Sat 1000-1700, Sunday 1400-1700

Paisley Museum, High Street, Paisley

Relax Kids classes give children a unique & magical experience as they relax their bodies & minds while using their imagination & creativity. The class includes movement games, simple stretches, peer/self massage, breathing exercises, positive thinking and visualisations which help children improve their self confidence and self-esteem. Come along and join the fun with a different theme each week

1.50 - 2.20pm Parent (carer, granny, nanny etc) & child (age 2.5 to 4) 2.30 - 3.20pm Pre school (ages 3.5 - 5) 3.30 - 4.20pm P1 & P2 (ages 4 – 7 approx) Classes cost £4.50 per class when b

With a -40ºc winter and +30ºc summer, the Tlicho people of subarctic Canada live in harmony with a hostile environment that has the most extreme temperature changes on earth. This moving exihibition highlights the traditional skills and crafts the Tlicho have used as well as the beneficial relationship they developed with Scotland after they won the rights to self govern their own land.

National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF

Relax Kids classes give children a unique & magical experience as they relax their bodies & minds while using their imagination & creativity. The class includes movement games, simple stretches, peer/self massage, breathing exercises, positive thinking and visualisations which help children improve their self confidence and self-esteem. Come along and join the fun with a different theme each week

From a 15th century mercenary to an infantry soldier in today’s army, the National War Museum’s exciting new exhibition covers the bloody and important history of the men on the fighting front of Scotland’s battlefields.

Monday to Sunday 9.30am to 6.00pm (1 Apr to 30 Sep); 9.30am to 5.00pm (1 Oct to 31 Mar)

War Museum Scotland, Edinburgh Castle EH1 2NG

Local musician, Dennis Alexander invites any performers to come and have a go. Singer Songwriters, comedy, covers, anything as long as it is acoustic. (PA supplied)

Every Wednesday

Betty Nicols Pub 287 High Street KIRKCALDY KY1 1JH

A new fun, healthy and interesting way to see towns in and around the Lothians. It is self-guided for you to complete in your own time and at your own pace. A Treasure Trail booklet costs £5 and is all that is required for an entire group, and will provide a half day’s entertainment. Making use of statues, plaques and other notable items on the trail will lead to solve your Treaure Trails mystery.

Complete the trails at your convenience. Trails available for download at the treasure trails web site.

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The University of Dundee’s new Zoology Museum is open to the public on Friday afternoons throughout the summer - why not come along to see amazing animals from around the world?

Fridays, 2 - 4.30pm

D’Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum, Carnelley Building, University of Dundee DD1 4HN

Over the summer holidays we will be running themed craft weeks. Come along every day, Monday to Friday, for a week 10.30 – 12.30. Cost is £70 for the week and includes all materials as well as a drink and snack. Full details at theimaginationworkshop.co.uk/month%20classes.html

10.00-5.30 Sun 11.00-5.00

the imagination workshop ,136 Marchmont Road EH9 1AQ

Summer Holidays 2008 - Creche Matters! are offering fun packed activity classes for children aged under 7 years. Creche Matters! is based within the Victoria Buildings Grounds, Stewart Road, directly behind the Cinema in the Central Retail Park. Activities will include music and rhythm, arts and crafts, and many more. Places are limited. For more information or to book a class call 01324 639896

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 2 classes per day, from 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Cost- £8 per 3 hour class. Advance booking required

CRECHE MATTERS! 129 STEWART ROAD FALKIRK FK2 7AQ

Visitors can become explorers for the day as they try out a fun mix of hands-on exhibits, multimedia displays and play areas, to discover how similar we are to our ape relatives. The exhibition is split into four main themes including a thought-provoking journey through ape species, ape behaviour, current threats and conservation initiatives. For more information phone 01382 228800.

Open 7 days, 10am - 5pm.

Sensation: Dundee Tayside DD1 4QB

Try your hand at pond dipping and take a closer look at the creatures that spend their lives underwater. Search the garden plants for bugs and beasties to discover their many hiding places. Grade: Easy. Costs: to be confirmed. Bring: Wellington boots and waterproof clothes if you have them. Booking: 01557 814040.

Tuesdays and Thursdays in July/August, 12 noon. Lasts approximately 45 mins.

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2DR

1/2 HOUR CLASSES OF PURE SENSORY EXPERIENCES FOR BABIES 0-13MONTHS ACCOMPANIED BY THEIR PARENT OR RELATIVE. £3.50 BOOKED IN ADVANCE £4.00 DROP IN. EVERY Thursday except 24th & 31st JULY CONTACT PENNY CLARK 01506 415002 07958421454

13.00 -16.00 4 X 1/2 HOUR SESSIONS 13.00-13.30 13.45-14.15 14.30-15.00 15.15-15.45

GORGIE CITY FARM EH11 2LA

Get taken through the basics with sessions to improve your balance, co-ordination, agility, confidence and bike handling skills around the course. Booking essential please contact 01671 401303 Forestry Commission: 0845 3673787

Time:Under 16’s 4.30pm - 6pm. Over 16’s 6.30pm - 8pm £5 per session or £30 for 8 sessions Meet:The Break Pad Bike Shop - Kirroughtree Visitor Centre

Galloway Forest Park. 3 miles east of Newton Stewart just off the A75. GridRef:NX 452 646. Dumfries Galloway

Get taken through the basics with sessions to improve your balance, co-ordination, agility, confidence and bike handling skills around the course. Booking essential please contact 01671 401303 Forestry Commission: 0845 3673787

Time:Under 16’s 4.30pm - 6pm. Over 16’s 6.30pm - 8pm £5 per session or £30 for 8 sessions Meet:The Break Pad Bike Shop - Kirroughtree Visitor Centre

Galloway Forest Park. 3 miles east of Newton Stewart just off the A75. GridRef:NX 452 646.

For those of all meditation experience, we will introduce meditation methods to help you in the daily living of your life, based on the simple and effective instructions of Ven Karma Jiga, spiritual director of Rokpa Dundee, these classes are an ideal opportunity to learn how to live your life in a more positive way. All are welcome.

7.15 - 9.00 pm - £20

Rokpa Dundee, 51 Reform Street, Dundee Tayside

Summer playscheme/family club on mondays,wednesdays & fridays 10 am till 11.45 am...14th july till 8th august,,for under 8s but older siblings welcome too,,parental involvement a must,,,activities include arts & crafts,sports & more, disco £1....please do not arrive on a day you need to register to book a place as spaces are limited and filling fast,contact wilma on 07793942597 or eve 01505355684

MONDAYS,WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS 10 AM TILL 11.30 A.M. 50P ENTRANCE ..DISCO £1

WEST JOHNSTONE SHARED CAMPUS,GYM HALL

Join one of our Wildlife Rangers in this hike to the summit of Beinn na Stroine (636m), looking out for wildlife including red deer and eagles on the way. This is a strenuous walk involving steep climbs, so participants must have a high level of fitness and some experience of upland hill walking. Yes - Please telephone Helen Wilson at the Lorne Forest District office on 01786 223016 to book. Fores

Time:10:00 Free, but booking is essential. Meet:Corryghoil Foresty Depot

Glen Orchy and Glen Lochy. GridRef:NN193276.

The Big Tent festival (26-27 July) is a weekend of celebrations, music, art and creativity which champions the work of the environmental movement and those concerned with the conservation of the living world.

Saturday & Sunday 10am till 10pm

The Stables, Falkland Estate, Falkland KY15 7AF

The Big Tent is a 2 day environmental festival set in the beautiful village of Falkland, Fife. Over the weekend there will be a host of debates, exhibitions and workshops on environmental and sustainable issues. There will be a fantastic cultural and music line up with headline acts of the Peatbog Faeries and King Creosote. There will be a dedicated children’s zone.

10.30am to 10pm

Falkland Palace grounds Fife KY15 7AF

Car Trackday for all cars with an M.O.T or Knockhill Scrutineering Test. Cars will be on track from 9am - 5pm with 1 hour lunch break! Track sessions are split into Road Cars or Track Cars. First timers welcome, a full safety briefing will be given.

9am - 5pm

Knockhill Racing Circuit Fife KY12 9TF

£10/£6/£2 (student/child) Box office: 08444 771 000 The National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland performs a programme of contemporary, boundary pushing music with renowned saxophonist and jazz improviser Mark Lockheart.

Oran Mor, Byres Road, Glasgow Glasgow G12 8QX

Missed Crufts this year? Why not attend a Dogs Trust Open Day this Summer? It’s a great day out for all the family, whether they have two legs or four. As well as the opportunity to meet lots of happy hounds desperate for a new home, there are stalls and entertainment to delight all the family.

Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre, 315 Hamilton Road, Uddington, Glasgow, G71 7SL Glasgow

Let Donald Kay take you back to the 1200s doscover where and when the Royal Charter was awarded and by whom , here about Ayr’s many distinguished guests .Here all the old stories see the place where the witch Maggie Osbourne was burnt , enjoy the old town , the fort, and not forgetting Robert Burns 07867 510 165 or 01292 885680 £8.50 £7.50 consessions group bookings accepted

Contact the tourist board 01292 885680 or Donald Kay 07867 510 165

Tourist Board the Sandgate Ayr Ayrshire KA7 1BY

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh EH8 8AS

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh Lothian EH8 8AS

Cook School by Martin Wishart will reveal the secrets of the ‘restaurant kitchen’ through a series of practical classes, demonstrations and corporate events. It promises to deliver an all round culinary education in an intimate setting.

Tues - Sat, 9 am - 9 pm, open at other times by appointment

14 Bonnington Road EH6 9JD

Every Thursday at 9:30pm. New Musicians / Bands always welcome. All gear supplied.

Thursdays at 9:30pm

Eagle Tavern, Prestwick Ayrshire KA9 1AJ

Workshops we offer are: 2-day Acting for TV, Film & Theatre, 1-day Monologue & Character Development, 1-day Cold Reading & Audition Technique, 1-day Paired Scene Study, 1-day Improvisation. Other classes we offer are: 1-1 Acting Coaching and Audition Prep, 1-1 Coaching for Higher Drama students, Summer School for 13-17 year olds, After school drama classes for 5 - 12 year olds

Classes and workshops are run frequently - please see the website for information

1 St Colme Street Edinburgh EH3 6AA

Are you always too busy? Do you never seem to have time to do what you want to do? Do you sometimes not know what you want to do? At Life Clubs you learn practical tools and skills to help you get more out of your life. Life Clubs are weekly group workshops around the UK where anyone can go to make their good life better. It only costs £15 a week, or £2.14 a day. 0207 22 22 199 lifeclubs.co.uk

The Edinburgh Life Club runs every Tuesday evening 6.45-8.30 pm.

The Cumberland Bar, 1-3 Cumberland Street Edinburgh EH3 6RT

See Scotland's top riders battle wheel to wheel at speeds of up to 160mph. With full grids in all classes the racing is sure to be spectacular.

9am - 5pm. Racing from 11am

Knockhill Racing Circuit KY12 9TF

Visit the milking parlour and the creamery where you can learn how we turn milk into delicious ice cream. The route is suitable for those with buggies or wheelchairs. Cost to be confirmed. Booking advisable: call 01557 814040. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Every day we’re open. 2.45pm. Lasts approximately 1 and a quarter hours.

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2DR

Taste a selection of scrumptious Cream o’ Galloway ice creams & frozen yogurts and hear stories about their creation. From the viewing gallery overlooking our production area, you’ll see the equipment used and learn about the process from raw ingredients to finished product. Booking advisable - call 01557 814040 Price to be confirmed.

Every day we’re open. 11.30am and 1.30pm, with additional tours during busy periods - call for more info

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet Dumfries Galloway DG7 2DR

The good weather is here and the cosybike is ready to respond to private hires especially on Sundays! 07789 912462 15% off if you quote the secret code (7seats) shhhhh! And tell me a good joke too just to make sure. That’s only £34!!!!

Glasgow Green Central Scotland G42 7JH

Sundays mainly 10 - 7pm

Learn about Tullibody and Cambus history all in one building. Come and see model village,school room with artifacts and information dating back to 4000BC. Family History material available Contact Mrs C Calder on 01259 723376. Admission Adults £1--Children 25p. Teas and coffees available.

Saturday 2-4pm or by arrangements at other times

Civic Centre, Abercromby Place, Tullibody, Clackmannanshire FK10 2RS