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Lions Bonspiel 2026. A 2-day curling competition at Dumfries Ice Bowl.

**Sellers Access from 8am** Costs depend on size. Cars: £12 Vans: £16-19 Trailers: £3-6 **Public Access from 10am** Public Entry £1/adult. Kids free

The Last Journey is a photographic exhibition by Gerry Robertson, evoking the last few weeks of Burns's life from the Brow Well to his final resting place. The opening is at 7pm on the 3rd of July at the Robert Burns Centre and the exhibiton will be taking place in what used to the Bonnie Bistro. The exhibition will run from tonight until the end of September during the usual opening hours. The exhibition is kindly supported by Ottersburn, contemporary fine art picture framers. The Museum will also be revealing some new scale models. Music, nibbles and speakers will round off the night.

Whatever age we are, many of us can get stuck in old habits, such as neglecting self-care, not getting enough good quality sleep and forgetting to move in ways that maintain our strength, balance and flexibility. Research evidence suggests that practicing mindfulness with yoga and qigong can help all these issues and increase our confidence, happiness and overall quality of life. As we get older we need to put a little more effort into taking care of ourselves, but this needn’t be difficult. In fact with yoga and qigong it can be quite fun. During this weekend you will learn some short, easy to do, gentle Chi Yoga and QiGong movements integrated with Mindfulness practice. You will be practicing along as part of a group of like minded people in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. So if you feel stuck in your old habits why not do something different? Come and join us for a weekend of movement, mindfulness and relaxation. This weekend is open to anyone who wishes to join. **Tutor:** Jacky Seery and Amy Copsey **Dates:** 26-27 September 2026 **Price:** £185.00 including manual **Times:** 10.00am- 17.00pm on Saturday and 9.15am-16.00pm on Sunday. **Venue:** The Crichton, Bankend Road, Dumfries, DG1 4TA. **Tickets** - £185 for the weekend

**JUPITER+NATION DUMFRIES** Growing Pains is a site-specific installation by artist Lindsey Mendick set in an abandoned estate agent's office. Referencing her teenage years, Mendick has transformed the space into a haunting, immersive experience that explores the uncertainty, awkwardness, and societal expectations surrounding adolescence. Assembled on a spiralling desk that references the often cruel loop of teenagehood, Growing Pains features Alice-in-Wonderland-style ceramic dolls' houses that burst open, with teenage figures erupting from within. The work captures the surreal pressures that emerge at the threshold of adulthood, underlining the tension between a yearning for parental acceptance and the simultaneous urge to reject it. Jupiter+Nation is an ambitious off-site programme by Jupiter Artland that brings world class art to high streets across Scotland. Content warning: The supporting documentary film contains strong language, references to suicide, bullying and negative body image that some viewers might find difficult. Young people must be accompanied.

**Programme:** Brahms, B Major, op. 8 Interval Rachmaninov, Trio no 2, op. 9 **Benedict Kloeckner, cello** Benedict Kloeckner is one of the leading cellists of his generation. A prizewinner at major international competitions, he appears as a soloist with orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (London), Radio Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Deutsche Radiophilharmonie, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Mozarteum Orchester Salzburg, Kremerata Baltica, MDR Symphony Orchestra and the Munich Chamber Orchestra. He has worked with conductors such as Daniel Barenboim, Christoph Eschenbach, Michael Sanderling, Ingo Metzmacher, Vladimir Fedoseyev, Joana Mallwitz, Cristian Măcelaru and Sir Simon Rattle. Kloeckner has performed in halls including the Berlin Philharmonie, Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, Suntory Hall, the Musikverein, Zurich Tonhalle and Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, and is a regular guest at international festivals. **Clémence de Forceville, violin** Clémence de Forceville is regarded as one of the most promising French violinists of her generation. Active as a soloist, chamber musician, concertmaster and teacher, she is recognised for her versatility and musical range. Born in 1991, she began violin at the age of four with Radu Blidar, winning her first international prizes at nine and giving early concert appearances. She studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris with Olivier Charlier, then continued her training in Germany with Antje Weithaas and Mihaela Martin. She has been selected for leading international masterclasses including Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute, IMS Prussia Cove and the Ozawa Academy, where she has worked with artists such as Daniel Barenboim, Eberhard Feltz, András Schiff, Alfred Brendel, Donald Weilerstein, Miriam Fried, Pamela Frank and Zakhar Bron. **Oxana Shevchenko, piano** Oxana Shevchenko is internationally recognised as a pianist of outstanding artistry, sensibility and versatility, in demand as both a soloist and chamber musician. In 2010 she won First Prize at the Scottish International Piano Competition. Following her success, she recorded her debut album for Delphian Records (released 2011) featuring works by Shostakovich, Mozart, Liszt and Ravel. Her competition honours include First Prize at the International Premio Franz Liszt Competition (Italy, 2015), First Prize and Gold Medal at the Chappell Piano Competition (UK, 2013), and First Prize at the Sheepdrove Piano Competition (UK, 2012). She has also received prizes at the Ferruccio Busoni International Piano Competition (Italy), the Sydney International Piano Competition (Australia), the Sendai International Music Competition (Japan) and the China International Piano Competition (Shanghai). **Tickets** - Full – £20 + booking fee - Under 26s – free

A multi generational family of witches, cursed to be loveless for centuries, attempts to break the spell by confronting dark secrets and sacrificing for each other. Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, Practical Magic 2 returns to a world steeped in moonlit mischief and powerful ancestral magic.

The Last Journey is a photographic exhibition by Gerry Robertson, evoking the last few weeks of Burns's life from the Brow Well to his final resting place. The opening is at 7pm on the 3rd of July at the Robert Burns Centre and the exhibiton will be taking place in what used to the Bonnie Bistro. The exhibition will run from tonight until the end of September during the usual opening hours. The exhibition is kindly supported by Ottersburn, contemporary fine art picture framers. The Museum will also be revealing some new scale models. Music, nibbles and speakers will round off the night.

Join us as we explore the future of three community-owned buildings on Dumfries High Street. This session is for people with access or additional support needs. [Advance booking required.](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/exhibition-hub-walkthrough-tickets-1998423948827?aff=oddtdtcreator) Discover our latest feasibility study, visit our interactive exhibition and take part in a programme of events designed to get people talking abut what could happen next. Visit us at The Standard (Green Room) to: * explore the architechtural drawings and ideas * learn more about the feasibility study * share your thoughts and experiences * take part in creative experiences

A multi generational family of witches, cursed to be loveless for centuries, attempts to break the spell by confronting dark secrets and sacrificing for each other. Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, Practical Magic 2 returns to a world steeped in moonlit mischief and powerful ancestral magic.

Pop-in and help recycle donated bikes. Once bikes are assessed they are either repaired or stripped down for parts and scrap metal. Monday night sessions give you the opportunity to either take on a repair project or help keep the workshop stocked with useable spare parts. Either way you'll be giving new life to old bikes or reducing the amount of just that goes to waste.

Free peer-to-peer support group for men aged 18 and over, held every Monday from 7pm to 9pm at Queen of the South Arena, excluding Bank Holidays.

Weekly practice at Troqueer Church Hall & Resource Centre

Join us for a special screening of Hal Ashby's black comedy for the 20th Anniversary of the Monday Night Film Club. Originally called Talk Cinema, the film + discussion evening was the brainchild of film lecturer Darren Connor. Darren passed away at the very young age of 40 after a charity cycle ride.