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**This November, The Stove Cafe welcomes artist Andrew Nichol to share a collection of paintings created over the past 12 months during a pro-longed hospital stay.** **Exhibition \| Flow State by Andrew Nichol** Focusing on experimentation, mark-making and the expressive quality of the paint, Andrew has created a huge body of work over the course of a year, working on several paintings each evening. His quick and immediate way of creating has inspired us to reflect on the process of creativity and ‘getting into the flow’. The best way to make art is to start! Join Andrew and some of the Stove team on Tuesday 3rd November for an open creative café session where, as part of the exhibition programme, Andrew will be sharing some of his techniques and we’ll be exploring a playful and immediate way of creating together. The café will be open later for this event, and all materials are provided. **Accessibility Information** **Access to the Building** Level Access is available at the rear of the building through the adjacent close located to the left-hand side of the Café (when facing the front of the building). **Hearing Loop** We have a hearing loop system installed in the café to support individuals using hearing aids or cochlear implants. **Personalised Assistance** If you have any specific access needs, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate. You can reach us at info@thestove.org or call us at 01387 252435 to speak with a member of our team. **Additional Support Available** Walk-throughs of the building can be arranged prior to your visit so you can familiarise yourself with the space, as well as reserved seating can be arranged to ensure comfort and accessibility; please let us know if you would like seating assigned before arrival.

A free weekly timed event for fun.

A free weekly timed event for fun - every Saturday

This exhibition features work in a variety of printmaking techniques including screenprint, etching, collagraph, relief print and cyanotype created by members of Southwest Scotland Printmakers. This volunteer-led printmaking cooperative fosters a vibrant community of artists, promotes printmaking as an art form, and helps provide access to quality printmaking facilities and resources, including the print studio at Gracefield. With 30 members taking part for this year’s winter show, there’s a wealth of talent in this selling exhibition. Offering the chance to buy framed work off the wall, unframed editions from browsers, and printed multiples such as Christmas cards, bookmarks and textiles.

Open workshop and bike sales - get support fixing bikes or find or build a new one.

**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.

Tour Highlights Step off the beaten path and unlock 800 years of Dumfries history with a local guide: Royal Assassination: Stand on the exact spot where Robert the Bruce struck down his rival, Red Comyn, inside Greyfriars Monastery. The Real Robert Burns: Trace the steps of Scotland's National Bard—from his favorite local pubs to the house where he drew his last breath. Peter Pan & Neverland: See the enchanted garden that inspired J.M. Barrie’s classic tale. Crime & Punishment: Uncover the dark history of old Dumfries Prison and the site of Scotland's final public execution. Local Heroes & Legends: Hear the incredible true stories of Titanic musician Jock Hume, blind bell-ringer Blin' Tam, and the heroic Covenanters.

Dumfries Saints 1st XV vs Ardrossan. National League Cup (Men's). Kick-off at 13:30

The beloved and award-winning BBC comedy GHOSTS arrives on the big screen. When an amateur séance goes awry, Julian seizes the opportunity to leave the grounds in the body of teenage ghost hunter Jack. With the future of Button House at stake, the ghosts seek help from former owners Alison and Mike.

From the makers of Coraline, Wildwood is a sweeping, darkly magical adventure about Prue, a young girl who journeys into a hidden forest to rescue her younger brother. Along the way she encounters warring factions, extraordinary creatures, and a world unlike anything she's ever known.

Solway Ice Hockey vs Bristol Pitbulls. NIHL. Face-off at 19:00

Remember these timeless classics? Dreadlock Holiday, Mr Blue Sky, I’m Mandy Fly Me, Evil Woman, The Things We Do for Love, Wild West Hero, Life is a Minestrone, Living Thing, Art for Art’s Sake, Telephone Line, I’m Not In Love… just a few of the massive global hits that make up the enduring repertoire of two of the best loved bands of all time -10cc and The Electric Light Orchestra.Their songs have become worldwide rock classics and radio staples over the passing decades and have remained in the hearts of millions of fans! 10CCLO are a group based in the NE of England. We don’t dress up or wear wigs to look like the original artists, but we do try to replicate their often complex and demanding music as closely as possible with big vocal harmonies and orchestral textures. Presented with spectacular video projections. Over 2 hours of hits. Come and enjoy a night of classic nostalgia - sing along, dance along, party along with 10CCLO: THE GREATEST HITS OF 10cc and ELO. **Doors open:** 18:30

**This November, The Stove Cafe welcomes artist Andrew Nichol to share a collection of paintings created over the past 12 months during a pro-longed hospital stay.** **Exhibition \| Flow State by Andrew Nichol** Focusing on experimentation, mark-making and the expressive quality of the paint, Andrew has created a huge body of work over the course of a year, working on several paintings each evening. His quick and immediate way of creating has inspired us to reflect on the process of creativity and ‘getting into the flow’. The best way to make art is to start! Join Andrew and some of the Stove team on Tuesday 3rd November for an open creative café session where, as part of the exhibition programme, Andrew will be sharing some of his techniques and we’ll be exploring a playful and immediate way of creating together. The café will be open later for this event, and all materials are provided. **Accessibility Information** **Access to the Building** Level Access is available at the rear of the building through the adjacent close located to the left-hand side of the Café (when facing the front of the building). **Hearing Loop** We have a hearing loop system installed in the café to support individuals using hearing aids or cochlear implants. **Personalised Assistance** If you have any specific access needs, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate. You can reach us at info@thestove.org or call us at 01387 252435 to speak with a member of our team. **Additional Support Available** Walk-throughs of the building can be arranged prior to your visit so you can familiarise yourself with the space, as well as reserved seating can be arranged to ensure comfort and accessibility; please let us know if you would like seating assigned before arrival.

A free weekly timed event for fun.

A free weekly timed event for fun - every Saturday

**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.

Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the attention of Don José. Damiano Michieletto's searing production returns, casting scorching light on the lust, violence and destructive desire of Bizet's ever-popular opera.

**Programme:** Piazzolla, Fugata & Oblivion Rachmaninoff, Vocalise Brahms Intermezzo in A Major Op 118, No. 2 (piano solo) Brahms Sonata in E Flat Major *Interval* Gershwin, Summertime & It ain’t necessarily so Chopin, Grande Waltz Brillante in Eb Major Op. 18 Scott, Respectfully Yours Watson, Rhapsody on an echo chamber **Artists:** Huw Wiggin, saxophone & Noriko Ogawa, piano **Huw Wiggin, saxophone** Huw Wiggin is a British saxophonist who has performed at major venues worldwide, including the Forbidden City Concert Hall in Beijing, Wigmore Hall, and the Royal Albert Hall. Following his debut at the Purcell Room, The Times praised his “liquid gold tones and enviable breath control.” He was awarded First Prize and Gold Medal at the Royal Over-Seas League Annual Music Competition, where he was also named ‘Commonwealth Musician of the Year’. Since then, he has established a distinguished career as both soloist and chamber musician. His debut recording Reflections (Orchid Classics), with pianist John Lenehan, reached No. 2 in the UK Specialist Classical Chart, followed by Rhapsody (2023) with pianist Noriko Ogawa. His latest album, Elements (2026), is a collaboration with harpist Oliver Wass, featuring six new commissions alongside Baroque works for saxophone and harp. **Noriko Ogawa, piano** Noriko Ogawa has achieved considerable renown throughout the world since her success at the Leeds International Piano Competition. Noriko’s “ravishingly poetic playing” (Telegraph) sets her apart from her contemporaries and acclaim for her complete Debussy series with BIS Records (“If you like your Debussy to sound like the musical equivalent of a chilled white wine, Noriko Ogawa is the pianist for you” Roger Vignoles, BBC Radio 3, CD Review), confirms her as a fine Debussy specialist. As an exclusive recording artist for BIS Records, Noriko’s most recent discs were music by Xiaogang Ye with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, released in June 2022, and the fifth volume in her series of Erik Satie’s piano music, released in March 2022. Ranging from Mozart, Rachmaninov, Satie, Debussy to contemporary composers including Alexander Tcherepnin, Vagn Holmboe, and Yoshihiro Kanno, Noriko boasts a prolific catalogue of over 30 albums. Her discography includes Takemitsu’s Riverrun (Editor’s Choice, Gramophone), Mussorgsky’s Pictures from an Exhibition (Critics’ Choice, BBC Music Magazine), critically acclaimed Debussy’s complete piano music, and a complete set of Eric Satie’s music for solo piano. **Tickets** - Full – £20 (+ booking fee) - Under 26s – free

**Programme:** Piazzolla, Fugata & Oblivion Rachmaninoff, Vocalise Brahms Intermezzo in A Major Op 118, No. 2 (piano solo) Brahms Sonata in E Flat Major *Interval* Gershwin, Summertime & It ain’t necessarily so Chopin, Grande Waltz Brillante in Eb Major Op. 18 Scott, Respectfully Yours Watson, Rhapsody on an echo chamber **Artists:** Huw Wiggin, saxophone & Anita D’Attellis, piano **Huw Wiggin, saxophone** Huw Wiggin is a British saxophonist who has performed at major venues worldwide, including the Forbidden City Concert Hall in Beijing, Wigmore Hall, and the Royal Albert Hall. Following his debut at the Purcell Room, The Times praised his “liquid gold tones and enviable breath control.” He was awarded First Prize and Gold Medal at the Royal Over-Seas League Annual Music Competition, where he was also named ‘Commonwealth Musician of the Year’. Since then, he has established a distinguished career as both soloist and chamber musician. His debut recording Reflections (Orchid Classics), with pianist John Lenehan, reached No. 2 in the UK Specialist Classical Chart, followed by Rhapsody (2023) with pianist Noriko Ogawa. His latest album, Elements (2026), is a collaboration with harpist Oliver Wass, featuring six new commissions alongside Baroque works for saxophone and harp. **Anita D’Attellis, piano** Anita D’Attellis started her career as an accompanist, with recitals at the Brighton and Cheltenham International Festivals, Snape Maltings, the Royal Festival Hall, and the Symphony Hall in Birmingham. She continues to enjoy her accompanying work, playing for various choirs and instrumentalists across the UK. Additionally, she performs with saxophonist Huw Wiggin and oboist Julia White on cruise ships worldwide. She developed a passion for chamber music at a young age, playing in a piano trio while still at school, which won national competitions that led to performances at the Royal Albert Hall, the Purcell Room, and St. John’s Smith Square. After a degree in music, she furthered her piano studies at the Royal Academy of Music with Vanessa Latarche. She also studied privately with the renowned Russian pedagogue, Dina Parakhina. **Tickets** - Full – £20 (+ booking fee) - Under 26s – free

From the makers of Coraline, Wildwood is a sweeping, darkly magical adventure about Prue, a young girl who journeys into a hidden forest to rescue her younger brother. Along the way she encounters warring factions, extraordinary creatures, and a world unlike anything she's ever known.

Johnny Cash Performed by Dave Bogle, engages with the audience, classic songs ‘Folsom Prison Blues’, ‘Ghost Riders in the Sky’ & ‘A Boy named Sue’ and there is plenty more were they came from! Multi talented Dave Bogle, has performed everywhere from the ‘West End’ to ‘Nashville’, playing various rolls in various Shows, today Dave performs and celebrate the music of one of his hero’s Johnny Cash. Marc Robinson renowned for playing Buddy Holly all over Great Britain has a love for Hank Williams that can be seen in his performance as he sings ‘I Saw the Light’, ‘Take these Chains’ & ‘Howlin at the Moon’. Lee Davidge, one of the founders of the Rock n Roll Group Red Alert sensitively plays the Ballard’s of Jim Reeves (known as Gentleman Jim). Dressed in his authentic costume, this is an evening to sit back relax and sing along to the timeless classics. ‘Welcome to my World’, ‘I Love you Because’, & of course the happy sound of ‘Bimbo’! **Doors open:** 18:30