Posts for June, 2022

“They are probably the best traditional musicians you are ever likely to hear”. The Glasgow Herald

The way we each experience places can be vastly different – our unique emotions, knowledge, memories and company can all alter how we connect to the land. What and who we’re in company with shapes our connections to a landscape. In this workshop, we’ll be looking at our relationship with a place over time.

No previous writing experience is necessary; over 16s* and all abilities very welcome.
*under-18s must be accompanied by an adult.

These workshops are free, but places are limited. Please sign up to reserve a space.

Location: Loch Insh Outdoor Centre, Ptarmigan Building

Monday 4th July 6pm-8pm

For any questions please contact Elizabeth directly on ekr.waxwing@gmail.com

If you live locally and would like to attend but need help getting to the event please get in touch and we can arrange a lift to and from the event.


Elizabeth Reeder and Amanda Thomson (writer), together with Robbie Synge (choreographer and filmmaker) are Artists in Residence with Cairngorms Connect through the Endangered Landscapes Artists Residency programme.

The way we each experience places can be vastly different – our unique emotions, knowledge, memories and company can all alter how we connect to the land. What and who we’re in company with shapes our connections to a landscape. In this workshop, we’ll be looking at our relationship with a place over time.

No previous writing experience is necessary; over 16s* and all abilities very welcome.
*under-18s must be accompanied by an adult.

These workshops are free, but places are limited. Please sign up to reserve a space.

Location: RSPB Loch Garten Nature Centre.

Tuesday 5th July 6pm-8pm A writing workshop with Amanda Thomson and Elizabeth Reeder

For any questions please contact Elizabeth directly on ekr.waxwing@gmail.com

If you live locally and would like to attend but need help getting to the event please get in touch and we can arrange a lift to and from the event.


Elizabeth Reeder and Amanda Thomson (writer), together with Robbie Synge (choreographer and filmmaker) are Artists in Residence with Cairngorms Connect through the Endangered Landscapes Artists Residency programme.

We all have clothes which we have grown out of or are damaged beyond repair and more often than not they are thrown out & end up in landfill sites.
Upcycling is a wonderful way to create something new from something old – and it’s a great way to learn new sewing skills as well.
Basic sewing skills are needed (i.e. knowing how to use a sewing machine and sew a straight seam).

Learn & Create believe that everyone can be creative – but for young crafters some of the skills and techniques can be quite hard to pick up!
The Summer Craft Club is for those kids who just want to make things, play with colours and get creative without restrictions! If you can use a pencil/paintbrush, thread a bead on a string & make a shape with play dough – then you are all set for Summer Craft Club!

Every day we will have two projects to complete – with a break for lunch & games.
If the weather is good we will aim to work outside!

We will go all the way through the project from project design, fabric selection, customising our pattern, cutting fabric & construction.

We will be making a pair of the Waves & Wild Four Seasons Joggers and Emi T-Shirt which are a great comfy combination. They both have lots of different options including different lengths, sleeves and pockets. We will be working with stretch fabric so will be learning to use different machine stitches and possibly trying out the overlocker machines.

Click on the button to see example dungarees (taken from the Waves & Wild Website).
Basic sewing skills are needed (i.e. knowing how to use a sewing machine and sew a straight seam).

Ages 10+

We will go all the way through the project from project design, fabric selection, customising our pattern, cutting fabric & construction.

We will be making a pair of the Waves & Wild Hey Days Dungarees – a fantastic garment for any age or style! This pattern has lots of customisable options meaning you can really create your own unique dungarees.

Click on the button to see example dungarees (taken from the Waves & Wild Website).
Basic sewing skills are needed (i.e. knowing how to use a sewing machine and sew a straight seam).

Ages 10+

A truffle hunter who lives alone in the Oregon wilderness must return to his past in Portland in search of his beloved foraging pig

About this event
Living in a cabin deep in the Oregon forests, Rob is a former chef turned reclusive truffle forager. He hunts for truffles with the help of his prized pig. When the pig is stolen, Rob and his supplier Amir have to infiltrate an underground fighting ring, locate a group of impoverished drug addicts, eat in trendy haute cuisine restaurants, all in the search of Rob’s beloved pig.

This title is rated 15, nobody younger than 15 can view a 15-rated film.

There will be snacks and drinks available to purchase before the screening – please don’t bring your own. There will be a licenced bar.

Please follow all Covid-19 guidelines whilst in the YMCA building.

Tickets are non refundable or transferable, entrance after performance start is not permitted. Refunds will only be given if a performance is unable to take place due to technical reasons.

From DreamWorks studios comes The Bad Guys! After a lifetime of legendary heists, notorious criminals Mr. Wolf, Mr. Snake, Mr. Piranha, Mr. Shark and Ms. Tarantula are finally caught. To avoid a prison sentence, the animal outlaws must pull off their most challenging con yet — becoming model citizens. Under the tutelage of their mentor, Professor Marmalade, the dubious gang sets out to fool the world that they’re turning good.

This title is rated U and is suitable for family viewing

There will be snacks and drinks available to purchase before the screening – please don’t bring your own.

Please follow all Covid-19 guidelines whilst in the YMCA building.

Tickets are non refundable or transferable, entrance after performance start is not permitted. Refunds will only be given if a performance is unable to take place due to technical reasons.

FREE FAMILY FUN – a community event for everyone. Dancing, children’s games, fancy dress competition and PRIZES.
Bring your picnic, family and friends – remember to bring your picnic blanket and chairs.
Some free refreshments will be provided.
The CHILDREN’S FANCY DRESS COMPETION will start shortly after 2pm. Dress up as a PRINCE or PRINCESS.
LADIES – do you have a HAT you can wear? GENTS – do you have a KILT or SOMETHING TARTAN you can wear? (but no prizes!)