with South Lanarkshire’s Voluntary Arts Forum

Arts and CraftsArts and Craftsin the Clyde Valleyin the Clyde Valley

Clyde Valley

• Indoorstallssellinglocalfood,drinkandcrafts• DemonstrationofwoodturningskillsbyStrathclydeWoodturners• ClydeValleyOrchardGroupdisplayofheritageapplevarieties,fruitandapple

juicepressing• InformationontheClydeandAvonValleyLandscapePartnershipproject• Livemusic

Fruit Day

Saturday 6 October - 9.30am till 2pm

For more information and how to get there go to www.clydevalleyorchards.co.ukor contact 01555 665064 or 01555 663430

Overton Farm, Crossford, Carluke ML8 5QF

alongsideFarmersMarket

A celebration of our orchards, fruit and local food

Go on. Get out. Give it a Go. Go on. Get out. Give it a Go.

Give it a Go!13-20 October 2012

JoinusincelebratingthewealthofartsandcraftsyoucanenjoyinSouthLanarkshirewhilstcombiningitwithagreatdayoutalongtheClydeValley.

Haveyoueverwantedtotryyourhandatanewartorcraft?Whynotbringthekidsandhavesomefun.WehavegottogetherwiththelocalartsandcraftersoftheSouthLanarkshireVoluntaryArtsForumforyoutotryyourhandatnew,funactivities.

ThereissomuchtochoosefromandawholelotoffunjustwaitingforyouintheClydeValley.

Workshops are £1.50 (unless stated). Please drop in. However children must be accompanied by an adult.

Give it a Go!

29 September - 4 November A Diamond YearExhibition from 10am-5pm

Saturday 6 October Clyde Valley Fruit Day from 9.30am - 2pm

Saturday 13 October Arts and Crafts Fair from 10am-3pm

Kids Crafts Workshop from 12 noon-3pm

Felt Making Workshop for adults from 12 noon-3pm

Leadhills Studio Open Day - various venues

Saturday 13 - Sunday 21 History Detective from 10am-5pmOctober Saturday 13 - Sunday 14 Biggar Studio Open Day - various venuesOctober

Monday 15 - Saturday 27 ‘Through the Square Window’ exhibition from 10am-5pmOctober ‘TV Eye’ exhibition from 10am - 5pm

‘First Draft’ exhibition from 10am-5pm Monday 15 October Paper Kite Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm- 2.30pm

Shadow Puppets Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pm

Tuesday 16 October Papermaking Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm- 2.30pm

Fiona Foley Stained Glass demonstration from 1pm-4pm

Fantastic Fantasy Film Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pm

Woodturning Demonstration by Tommy Torley from 1pm-4pm

Wednesday 17 October Batik Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pm

Andrew Foley Illustration Demonstration from 1pm-4pm

Window Art Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm- 2.30pm

Crafty Arts from 1.30pm-3.30pm

Calendar of eventsCalendar of events

Thursday 18 October Glass Painting Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm- 2.30pm

Food and Falconry from 12-3pm

Cartoon Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pm

Friday 19 October FaceFX:Blood and Gore Workshop from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pm

Sketch it - Write it from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pm

Saturday 20 October Arts and Crafts Fair from 10am-3pm

Kids Craft Workshop from 12 noon - 3pm

Felt Making Workshop from 12 noon - 3pm

Sunday 21 October Biggar Day Out, various venues, Biggar from 12 noon-5pm

Halloween Scarefest from 11am - 4.30pm

Visitors Centre, Chatelherault Country Park, Hamilton

Overton Farm, Crossford

Flowers of Scotland, Rosebank

New Lanark Visitors Centre, New Lanark

Robertson Arms Hotel, Carnwath

Carmichael Visitors Centre, Thankerton

Feufield Farm, Symington

Dalserf Parish Church Hall, Dalserf

Biggar

Leadhills

Calendar of eventsCalendar of events

Key to venuesKey to venues

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

Studio open days - LeadhillsArtists invite you into their studios to witness at first hand the inspiration and motivation which drives them to create. Step inside to discuss or watch demonstrations of stained glass, painting, printmaking and crafts of all sorts. It is the interaction between artists and visitors that makes 0pen studios so special.

Fiona FoleySaturday 13 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFreeMainStreet,Leadhills

Fiona’s passion for stained glass was first kindled at the GlasgowSchoolofArt,whilestudyingintheEnvironmentalArtDepartment.Workingwith pure colour continues to be both a pleasure and aprivilege but one that Fiona is always keen to share.Many of hercommissionshaveinvolvedanelementofcommunityinclusionandteaching.ArtistresidenciesfirstbroughtFionatotheNorthernIsles,aplacenowdear toherandher family. Its landscapehas inspired

much of her design work. Her commissions have included windows for Gloucesterand Motherwell Cathedrals, Rolls Royce and numerous Schools projects throughoutScotland.SheisarecentwinnerofthePearson’sPrize,anindustryawardfor‘thebestuseofstainedglass.’

LeadhillsLeadhills is locatedhigh in thebeautiful LowtherHills andwas foundedon leadmining.ItisScotland’ssecondhighestvillage(afternearbyWanlockhead)lyingataheightof395mor1295ft.Leadmininggavethevillageitsname-anditsprosperity- but gold has also been found nearby. Leadhills is a geologist’s delight! Overseventydifferentmineralscanbefoundinthesurroundingarea.

This historic village has a number of attractions linked to its heritage including:LeadhillsMinersLibrary,theoldestsubscriptionslibraryintheUK,foundedin1741;theLeadhillsandWanlockheadRailway,built in1900totransportrefinedleadtothecentralbeltofScotland,asBritain’shighestadhesionrailway itnowoperatesbetweenLeadhills toWanlockhead; theScotsMiningHousebuilt in1734 for thecompanymanager,itisbelievedtobetheonlysurvivingsmallhousedesignedbyWilliamAdam.WhynotstopoveratthevillagehoteltheHopetounArmstorelaxandenjoyaglassofwineoracupofcoffeeinfrontoftheopenfire.

Andrew FoleySaturday 13 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFree-MainStreet,LeadhillsAndrew Foleywas trained in Illustration to postgraduate levelattheGlasgowSchoolofArt.Hehasworkedtocommissiononawidevarietyofillustrativeprojectsandhasexhibitedinmanygroup exhibitions. His work has been recognised in severalawards,mostrecentlyastheoverallwinnerofthe‘ImageNation’Scottish Illustrationcompetition. In recentyearshehasbeguncollaboratingwithhiswifeFionaonstainedglasscommissionswithaspecialisminfigurativepaintwork.

Victoria Chanin - Medical Herbalist BSc HonsSaturday 13 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFree-MainStreet,LeadhillsVictoria practices herbal medicine and massage from her home in Leadhills. Shegraduated fromtheScottishSchoolofHerbalMedicine in2007,andhaspracticed inSouthLanarkshiresincethen.Asaherbalist,Victoriaenjoysharvestingherbsfromthelocal environment, andmakingcreams,ointments andother remedies aspartofherpractice.She isespecially interested inhistoricalherbalpracticeand in folkmedicine,thehomeremediesthateveryhouseholdusedtoknowanduse.Sheenjoysdoingtalks,demonstrations andworkshops andaims to encouragemorepeople to look to theirgardensandkitchencupboardsforbasicremediesratherthanthechemist.www.hilltopherbalist.co.uk

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

Madestuff Saturday 13 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFree-MainStreet,Leadhills

Madestuff is a family business based inLeadhills. You will find an eclectic rangeof craft items in our shop. All of ourproducts are handmade with love andcareinourhome-basedstudioanditisourphilosophytoreuseandrecyclematerialsinthecreationandpackagingofourcraftswhereverpossible.www.madestuff.co.uk

Homespun AngelSaturday 13 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFree-MainStreet,Leadhills

AngelaPursehasalwaysbeen interestedincraftsbutnotuntilaquiltingcourseinthelate1980’sdidsherealisehertruelove-fabric!Inspiredbythecoloursandshapesofnaturalobjects,combinedwiththesofttextures to create appliqué pictures, softfurnishings,bedquilts,playmatsandwallhangings. Every piece made, whetherlarge or small, is unique and handmadewithcare.

BiggarThissmall,picturesquetownisamustdayvisit on the ClydeValley NationalTouristRoute.BiggarliesontheA72ClydeValleyTourist Route and could be called SouthLanarkshire’s gateway to the Borders.It nestles among rolling hills and hasspectacularviewsofTintoHill,thehighesthillinSouthLanarkshire.

Biggar ishosttothefamousBiggarLittleFestivalinOctobereachyear.Thisannualarts festival celebrates dance, arts andcrafts,dramaandliterature.

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

Studio open days - BiggarArtists invite you into their studios to witness at first hand the inspiration and motivation which drives them to create. Step inside to discuss or watch demonstrations of stained glass, painting, printmaking and crafts of all sorts. It is the interaction between artists and visitors that makes Open studios so special.

Amy MarshallSaturday 13 and Sunday 14 October from 10am - 5pmAdmissionFree46HighStreet,BiggarML126BJAnopportunity tomeet the artist, see the studio and ask aboutAmy’spaintingmethods.Therewillbemany landscapepaintingsondisplayandforsale,includingseascapesandlandscapesfromallaroundScotland,aswellassceneslocaltotheBiggararea.

Amy is a landscape and portrait artist based in Biggar. She hastravelledtodifferentpartsofScotlandlookingforinspirationforher

landscapework.Inherrecentpaintingsshehasgivenfocustothedramaofdominating,stormy skies inher seascapes, and to light andatmosphere inherpaintingsofquietforestinteriors.

Amyfindsparticularappealinthesnowcoveredwinterforestorlandscape,whenallispareddowntoanalmostmonochromaticcompositionof thedominatingverticalsoftrees,orthehorizontalsorlochsandfields,withjusthintsofcolourintheskyandonthesnowrevealingtheweatherandatmosphereoftheday.Shealsotreatsherlandscapesofbeachesandreflectivelochswithherdistinctivelysubtlepalette,aimingtocapturesomethingquintessentiallyScottishaboutthewayweatherandlatitudeaffectthelightonlandandwater.

BiggarThissmall,picturesquetownisamustdayvisitontheClydeValleyNationalTouristRoute. BiggarliesontheA72ClydeValleyTouristRouteandcouldbecalledSouthLanarkshire’sgatewaytotheBorders.ItnestlesamongrollinghillsandhasspectacularviewsofTintoHill,thehighesthillinSouthLanarkshire.

BiggarishosttothefamousBiggarLittleFestivalinOctobereachyear.Thisannualartsfestivalcelebratesdance,artsandcrafts,dramaandliterature.Furtherdetailscanbefoundonwww.biggar-little-festival.com

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

Kirsten HarrisSaturday 13 and Sunday 14 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFreeBerryKnoweCottage,Westsidewood,CarnwathML118LJPhone:07711903537.Pleasecallfordirections.

ComeandmeetartistKirstenHarrisofficialpandapainter forEdinburghZoo!Kirstenalsopaintshorses,wildlifeandlocallandscapes.

Kirstenworksmainly inoil paint andherpaintings showexpressive andbolduseofpaint.Combininganinterestintheexactitudesofdrawingwiththefreedomandflowofpaint,shecombinesabstractandfigurativetechniquesinthesamepaintingtoproducehercolourfulandvibrantstyle.

She has travelled extensively in Southern Africa on safari in Botswana, Namibia andZimbabwe.KirstenlivesandcreatesherartworkinruralSouthLanarkshireinspiredbyherdogLuckyandhorseAngus!

Carol TaylorSaturday 13 and Sunday 14 October from 10am - 6pmAdmissionFreeTheStudio,20CardingStreet,Symington,byBiggarML126LS

LocalprofessionalartistCarolTaylorMARCAinvitesyoutojoinherinhergardenstudiotoviewavarietyofnewpaintingsandlimitededitiongicleeprints.

CarollivesandworksinherstudioinarurallocationnearBiggar.SheoriginallystudiedSculptureatEdinburghCollegeofArtandthentookherMastersDegreeinPaintingattheRoyalCollegeof

Art,London.SheisaformerlecturerofEdinburghCollegeofArtwhohasexhibitedinBritain,SwedenandAmerica.

Carolusesavarietyofmediafromacrylicpaintandpowderpigmentmixedwithrabbitskin glue and shellac on linen, to water colour, graphite and pastel. She also usesphotographyasafineartmediumtocreatelimitededitionGicleeprintsofdriedplantspecimensphotographedthroughmicroscopes.

www.castaylor.com

Ian KampSaturday 13 and Sunday 14 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFree64Knocklea,BiggarML126EGVisit the studio of Ian, a gifted craftsmanwhomakes a variety of wooden furniture,including coffee tables, chess tables, rustic chairs,music stands and boxes. Ian usesmainlynativehardwoods/reclaimedtimberordriftwoodtomakehiscreations.

Ken RussellSaturday 13 and Sunday 14 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFreeJanefield, 2 Lindsaylands Road, BiggarML126EQKen is amember ofTheMadainn Groupand works in acrylic, oil paster andmixedmedia. Subjectsheenjoysarelostrailways, industrial and urban buildingsandlandscape.

Moira RussellSaturday 13 and Sunday 14 October from 10am - 4pmAdmissionFreeJanefield,2LindsaylandsRoad,BiggarML126EQMoira is a member of The Madainn Groupandworks inacrylic,watercolourandmixedmedia with her inspiration coming mainlyfrom the naturalworld via her imagination!Moirasharesastudiowithherhusband,Ken,andalthough their studio is small therewillbe lots of artwork available to view - fromwork in progress to framed and unframespiecesforsale.

Douglas DaviesSaturday 13 and Sunday 14 October from 11am - 4pmAdmissionFreeLoanfoot,SkirlingML126HDDouglasDavies’workdemonstratesanongoingfascinationwiththeland,seaandsky.

Visithisstudio,seeworkinprogressandchatwiththeartist.AlsoopenonSunday23October.

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday 13 October AdmissionFreeChatelheraultCountryPark,Hamilton

Arts and Crafts Fair 10am-3pmThis craft fair provides the opportunityto meet the artists, discuss their workand to buy unique handmade productsdirectfromthemaker.Showcasingcraftsandartworkinstainedglass,embroidery,candles,jewellery,potteryandhandmadecardsmadebylocalartists.

Arts and Crafts Workshop for the kids from 12 noon-3pmAchanceforthekidstohavesomefuntooat this drop-in arts and crafts workshopsuitablefor5-12yearolds.

Felt Making Workshop for adults from 12 noon-3pmTryyourhandatfeltmakinginthisdropinworkshopledbyalocalartist.

FacepaintingChildren can become their favouritesuperherofortheday.

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

ChatelheraultChatelherault was built in 1732 as thehuntinglodgeandsummerhouseforthewealthyDukeofHamilton. Designedbythe famous Scottish Architect WilliamAdam, Chatelherault now serves as themagnificentgatewaytotheCountryPark.

The restored buildings is now a visitorcentrewithdisplaygalleryandexhibitionsonthearea’shistory,wildlifeandthestoryofChatelheraultitself.Thehousealsohasa largegiftshop,caféandreceptionareaaswellasmeetingroomsandconference/weddingspace.

Visitors can view the Duke’s privateBanquetingRoom,apartmentsandformalgardens. Outside, visitors can ramblethrough10milesofstunninggorgewalksalongtheRiverAvonandthroughancientwoodland,someofwhichistheoldestinthecountry.

The area is home to a wide range ofwildlifeincludingroedeer,badgers,otters,kingfishersandmore.

Paper Kite WorkshopMonday 15 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50Flowers of Scotland, Rosebank Nursery,Rosebank,ClydeValleyML85QB

Do you enjoy being creative andexperiencingculturefirst-hand?

Ifso,ourkitemakingworkshopistheidealchoiceforyou.

Fly high in this kite making workshopwhereyouwillcolour,decorateandmakeaflyablekite.

Youwillbegivenastep-by-stepguidebytheworkshopmasteronhowtobuildyourown.Frompreparingtheframewiththinbamboosticks,toattachingthepaper,topainting your kite, you will create yourownbeautifulkite

You can then try out your new self-builtkiteathome.

RosebankHalfamilealongthevalleyfromDalserfis the baronial-style lodge toMauldslieEstate,formerlyhomeoftheHoziers.

Thebridge(1861)affordsdelightfulviewofthevalley.

The 18th century Mauldslie Castle wasdemolishedin1935.

The picturesque Victorian village ofRosebank was built by the first LordNewlands of Mauldslie for his estateworkers.

Sir Walter Scott set parts of his ‘OldMortality’ in this area, and its shootingcontests for the legendary ‘Popinjay’accountforthenameofthemockTudorhotel(1900)inthevillage.

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

Fiona Foley Stained Glass DemonstrationTuesday 16 October from 1pm-4pmDemonstrationfreeNew Lanark Visitor Centre, New LanarkMills,LanarkML119DB

To compliment Fiona’s exhibition pleasecomealongandseeherdemonstratehowsheworks,asktheartistquestionsandbeencouragetostartupnewcrafts.

New Lanark UNESCO World Heritage SiteNew Lanark is a beautifully restored18th century industrial village set in amagnificentlandscape.Itisstillalivingcommunity which gives you a uniqueinsight into the progressive industrialcommunity established by David Daleand developed by Robert Owen. Thefascinating history of the village isbroughtbacktolifeinanaward-winningvisitor centre, you can explore all theattractionswithapassportticket.

Charges apply for visitor centre.

Papermaking WorkshopTuesday 16 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50NewLanarkVisitorCentre,NewLanarkMills,LanarkML119DB

Experiencetheageoldprocessofpapermakingwithahandsonworkshopintroducingyoutotechniquesforproducingyourveryownbeautifulsheetsofpaper.

Youwill learnhowtopreparethepulp,diporpoureachsheetand incorporateplantmaterialssuchaflowerpetalsandleavesandotherdecorativeinclusions.

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

Batik WorkshopWednesday 17 October from10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50New Lanark Visitor Centre, New LanarkMills,LanarkML119DB

Ifyoulovecolour,youwilllovebatik!Youdon’t have to be good at drawing to begreatatbatik.Justbyusingwaxanddyesonfabrictocreatesomethingspecial.

Falls of Clyde Wildlife ReserveNew Lanark village is the gateway totheFallsofClydeWildlifeReserve.FromNew Lanark you can enjoy beautifulriversidewalks through theClydeValleyNational Nature Reserve. There arethree waterfalls upstream on the ClydeWalkway;DundaffLinn(3metres),CorraLinn(28metres)andBonningtonLinn(11metres). Thereserve ishosttoover100speciesofbirdincludingapairofnestingperegrine falcon and the Falls of ClydeWildlife Reserve boasts unrivalled viewsofthesewildbirds.

Charges apply for visitor centre.

Andrew Foley Illustration DemonstrationWednesday 17 October from 1pm-4pmDemonstrationfreeNew Lanark Visitor Centre, New LanarkMills,LanarkML119DB

TocomplimentAndrew’sexhibitionpleasecome along and see him demonstratehowheworks,asktheartistquestionsandthe journey he takes, be encouraged tostartupnewcrafts.

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

Tinto HillTintoHillor‘HillofFire’,thegracefulconeshaped hill on Lanarkshire’s southernhorizon. At 707metres it is one of thelargestandmostprominentlandmarkintheupperreachesoftheClydeValley.

At the summit thereareexcellentviewsas far as the Lake District to the south,the mountains of Mourne in NorthernIreland,AilsaCraigandArranintheFirthof Clyde and north to Lochnagar in theCairngorms.At the summit is Scotland’slargestcairn,datingfromtheBronzeAge,somesay this iswhere thename‘HillofFire’ is derived from, others credit thelegend that the hill was an importnantDruidicceremonialsitewherefireswerelitforthesungodBaal.

Feufield Enjoy a visit to Feufield, an ethical andtotallyfreerangesmallholdingsetintheidyllicsurroundingsoftheTintoHillsandBiggar. With the ethos that all animalsbenefit from and have a right to freshairand freedomtodemonstratenaturalbehaviourasmuchaspossible,Feufieldis a great place to take the kids. Comeandvisit the‘FeufieldFamily’ofanimalsincludingducks,geese,goats,llamasandmuchmore!Openallyear.Admissionfree.

Glass Painting WorkshopThursday 18 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50Feufield, Feufield Cottage, Symington,BiggarML126HX

Usingbrilliant and luminousglasspaintsintermix light and colour to recreatethe vibrancy of stained glass. Have funcreating your own range of glasswarewhilst learning a new skill. You will usespirit based paints and outliners thatair-dry (noovenor kilnneeded), so yourfinishedpiecescanbereadytotakehomewithinacoupleofhours.

You will be provided with a choice ofglass items such as tea-light holders,sun-catchers, glasses, picture framesetc. Youmight alsowant tomakea fewstained-glass effect cards and pictures.Youwill learnanumberofglasspaintingmethods including sponging, addingembellishments and mixing colours aswell as the best techniques for brushpainting, painting on awkward shapesandusingoutliners.

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

Carmichael Visitor Centre and Farm Shop featurestheformerEdinburghWaxModel Collection depicting Scotland’sfrom Queen Margaret and Macbeththroughtothepresentday.

ThecentrehasaClanRoom;dedicatedto Carmichael Clan family history andthethousandyearperiodthatthefamilyhaslivedontheland.

There is also an exciting adventureplayground for children and a widerangeofanimals fromducks todeer toenjoy.

TherearegreatwalksinandaroundtheestateallowingyoutoexploretheClydeValley.

Don’t forget to drop in to the tearoomand enjoy meals and snacks featuringCarmichael produce - particularlyvenison.

FaceFX: Blood and Gore WorkshopFriday 19 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50CarmichaelVisitorCentre,WarrenhillFarm,Thankerton ML12 6PF (A73 betweenBiggarandLanark)

Ever wondered how they get realisticwoundsandinjuriesinfilmandtv?

Come along to this workshop and learnhowtodocuts,bulletwounds,burnsandlotsmoreusingprofessionalmakeup.

This is ahandsonworkshop, interesting,funandverymessy.Werecommendthatyoudon’twearyourbestclothes.

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

DalserfThecharminghamletofDalserfwasoneofthemajorvillagesoftheareapriortothe Industrial Revolution - in 1775 thepopulationwas1100.

The interesting crucifix shape churchwasbuilt in1655,duringtheearlydaysofPresbyterianism,onthesiteofanoldchapel.

The village had linkswith Covenanters,andbehindthechurchisamonumenttotheRev.JohnMcMillan(d.1753).

His religious stand led to Covenanterssometimes being referred to as‘McMillanites’.

Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday 20 October AdmissionFreeDalserf Parish Church Hall, Kirk Road,DalserfML93BLArts and Crafts Fair 10am-3pmThis craft fair provides the opportunityto meet the artists, discuss their workand to buy unique handmade productsdirectfromthemaker.Showcasingcraftsandartworkinstainedglass,embroidery,candles,jewellery,potteryandhandmadecardsmadebylocalartists.

Arts and Crafts Workshop for the kids from 12 noon-3pmAchanceforthekidstohavesomefuntooat this drop-inArts andCraftsWorkshopsuitablefor5-12yearolds.

Felt Making Workshop for adults from 12 noon-3pmTryyourhandatFeltMakinginthisdropinworkshopledbyalocalartist.

FacepaintingChildren can become their favouritesuperherofortheday.

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

Exhibitions

‘Through the Square Window’

‘Through the Square Window’ is a jointexhibition featuring Andrew FoleyIllustrator and Fiona Foley Stained GlassArtist.“ForovertenyearsnowIhavetravelledtoShetland to rekindleanenduring loveoftheNorthernIsles.In1993myselfandAndyundertook a joint exhibition called ‘SideLongLook’.Thepiecesforthatshowwereall inspiredby tinyglimpsesof Shetland,in memories, captured through thedriver’s sidewindowofourweePeugeot106.Wefollowedthiswithaprojectcalled‘Migration’ where we placed especiallycreatedstainedglasspanelsinabandonedbuildings throughout Shetland. Eachpiece was truly site-specific, inspired bythelifestoryofthebuildingandcreated,inpart,by thecurrent inhabitantsof thearea.‘Through the Square Window’ bringstogetherimagesfromboththeseprojectsinanewsetting,closertohome.”

15-27 OctoberNewLanarkVisitorCentre,NewLanarkMills,LanarkML119DB

‘TV Eye’

‘TV Eye’ is a collection of illustrations byAndrewFoley,originallycommissionedforthe Scotland on Sunday’s television andradioreviewpage.

“At the turn of the millennium, over aperiod of about two years, I was taskedwithproducingtwoweeklyillustrationstoaccompany theweekendTVsupplement,reviewing the best and worst for eyesand ears in the coming week. The rapidresponse and quick turnaround requiredforthisjobleftlittletimeforoverconsideredartworkbutitresultedinalivelycollectionof images. Taken out of this context theillustrationscanappearalittlemysteriousbutnonethelessenjoyableintheirstrangejuxtapositions.

The appearance of the occasionalfamiliar face coincidedwith an emerginginterest in caricature. One of the chiefobjectives was to capture a variety oftelevision personalities in all their glory.The exhibition is a selection of originalartwork from this particular period anda small number of new illustrations tocomplimentthisretrospectivecollection.

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

First Draft - Jane Ryan15-27 OctoberAdmissionFreeRobertson Arms Hotel, 12 Main Street,CarnwathML118JZ

JaneRyanwithpastexperienceworkingatGlasgowSchoolofArt,nowteachesliteracyand numeracy in South Lanarkshire.Thisexhibitionbringstogetherher illustrativeworksalongsidepiecesofherwriting.

The Robertson Arms HotelThe Robertson Arms Hotel andRestaurantisintheConservationvillageofCarnwath.

The hotel which is family run, wasoriginally three cottages dating backto 1823. Recently renovated it offerscomfortableaccommodation,goodfoodandgenuinehospitality.

DuringthewintermonthsthereisawoodburningstovelitintheBistroandinthesummertheBeerGardenisacoolretreatwithmanyfloraldisplays.Whetheryourvisit is for a short break or just a quickcoffeeyouwillbemademostwelcome.

Chatelherault Arts FestivalA Diamond Year29 September-4 NovemberAdmissionFreeChatelheraultCountryPark,Hamilton

In recognition of the Queen’s DiamondJubilee,thethemeofourartsfestival isaDiamondYear.

Chatelherault Arts Festival is an annualexhibition and competition open to allartists,amateurandprofessionalbasedinSouthLanarkshire.

Theprincipalaimsare toencouragenewartists and display works which havenot previously been shown in SouthLanarkshire.

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

Shadow Puppets workshop Monday 15 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50The workshop introduces a simplecolourful technique for creating andanimating a shadow puppet anddemonstrates the use of an easily-madetranslucent screen. Step right up to acircusthemedshadowpuppetworkshop!Use simple paper cutouts and overheadprojectors to cast shadows onto ascreen that spring to lifewithdepthandmovement! Inspired by theworld of thecircus; make your own tigers, trapezeartists and lion tamers. Making puppetswith moving parts and exploring theshadowstheycreateonthescreen.

Fantastic Fantasy Film WorkshopTuesday 16 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50Work with a professional to create yourownexcitingfantasycreaturesandflowersusingwireandreadytousecolouredresin.

Chatelherault Country ParkIt is possible to book Chatelherault Country Park workshops in advance by contacting 01698 452299.

Woodturning Demonstration by Tommy TorleyTuesday 16 October from 1pm-4pmDemonstrationfreeTommy is a time served joiner. He hadanaccidentanumberofyearsagowhichmeanttheendofthatcareerandhetookup woodturning because it offered theopportunity to work with wood again.He makes functional wood items, suchas pens, bowls and decorative pieces.Workingfromasmallworkshopathomehehasalathe,bandsaw,benchdrillandafewmorepowertools.

The wood used is mainly windblowntree-material from in and around theLanarkshire area or has been recylced/salvaged.

Watch Tommy turn small items such asspurtles, pens and toadstools. Tommy isdelighted to share his skills with peoplehopefully encouraging more people totakeupanewcraft.

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

Window ArtWednesday 17 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50Don’t like what you see outside? Thenchangeit!

By creating somewindowartbring somecolourtoagreyday.

Create a work of art inspired by thesurroundinglandscapesatChatelherault.

Cartoon WorkshopThursday 18 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50Can’tdrawastraightline?Sowhat?Come to this entertaining workshop andlearn to make cartoon characters thatcomealive.

This simple drawing technique willtransformyourdrawingskillsand impressallyourfriends.It’ssoeasyyou’llbeabletoshowthemtoo!

Sketch it - Write itFriday 19 October from 10.30am-12 noon and 1pm-2.30pmWorkshopfee£1.50Wheredoartistsandwritersgettheirideasfromandhowdotheyrememberthem?

Thisworkshoplooksatafewtricksofthetradeemployedby‘sketchbookers’.You’lllearn a few techniques that will get youstartedonalifetimeofinspiration.

It is possible to book Chatelherault Country Park workshops in advance by contacting 01698 452299.

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

BiggarLittleFestivalpullsoutallthestopsforitstenthanniversary.Togetherwiththetown’sshops,cafes,artsgroups,museumsandothers theaim is toprovidea familyfeastoffundayout.Whatdoyouwanttodo? How about taking part in an event,rummagingthroughthefoodandcraftfairorgetting themon thebouncy castle toburnoffsomeenergy?Forthosewithlessenergywhataboutvisitinganexhibition,theGasWorksSteamDay,enjoyingashow,doingabitofimpromptushoppingorjustmoseyingroundthetown?It’sallthereforyouonBiggarDayOut.Comealong, joininandhelpgetthetownbuzzing.

Street entertainment AquickstrolldownBiggarHighStreetandnearbybringsyouahostofentertainment.Onthestreetthisyearweplantohaveahuge bouncy castle, street theatre with‘A Festival of Fudge’, horse and carriagerides and music from talented buskers.The real entertainers will be yourselvesoutandaboutenjoyingandcreatingtheatmosphereas youhop in andoutof allsortsofdoors.

Festival FairFinefoods,arts,craftsjewelleryandmuchmore.Theyareallunderoneroofenablingyoutobrowseawiderangeofstallsandfind something different. See the BiggarDayOutProgramme for a full listof stallholders.

Biggar Day Out! Sunday 21 OctoberBiggar Day Out sponsored by Sainsburys. Various venues from12pm-5pm. Admission free.

For further information and the full Biggar Little Festival Programme, log onto www.biggar-little-festival.com

Festival of FudgeBiggar Little Festival are delighted towelcometotheHighStreetacelebrationof fudge-related music, dance, literatureand art. Mischief La Bas celebrate theiconic status of fudge by introducingthe British public to the characters andlocal artists currently spearheading thecampaign for greater fudge recognition.On hand to demonstrate during thetwo hour festival will be such diverseluminaries as ‘Dreams in Cellophane’interpretiveDanceDuo,DJ Judge Fudgeandofcourse,FudgeMakingQueen,HildaCranworth.Educational,inspirationalandinfact‘aloadofnonsense’,TheFestivalofFudge will delight audiences old, youngandtoothless.

Take advantage of the Arts and Crafts visitors bus between Hamilton and Biggar throughout the week.

Other things happening in theClyde Valley

History DetectiveSaturday 13 - Sunday 21 OctoberQuizsheetfee£1.20ChatelheraultCountryPark,HamiltonVisitorCentreopen10amto5pmdailyComealongtoChatelheraultCountryParkand test your knowledge on the historyby tryingout ourquiz. With 10miles oftrails, adventure play and fabulous onsitegiftshopandcafe.Easytospendthedayenjoying theoutdoors andhistoricalhouseandvisitorfacilities.

Suitableforage5to10yearolds.

Crafty Arts Wednesday 17 October from 1.30pm-3.30pmSmallchargeof£5tocoverallmaterialsCarmichaelVisitorCentre,WarrenhillFarm,Thankerton ML12 6PF (A73 betweenBiggarandLanark)Tryyourhandatsomeautumnalcraftsandarts.PhoneFayeCraigon07811051553.

Food and Falconry Thursday 18 October and Monday 22 October from 12-3pmCarmichaelVisitorCentre,WarrenhillFarm,Thankerton ML12 6PF (A73 betweenBiggarandLanark)FoodandFalconryisanafternoonofindulgenceandadventure.EnjoyadeliciouslocalproducelunchfollowedbyaflightsessionwithRhuallanRaptors.

Halloween ScareFest 2012Sunday 28 October from 11am-4.30pmCarmichaelVisitorCentre,WarrenhillFarm,Thankerton ML12 6PF (A73 betweenBiggarandLanark)£3.95perchildand£2.50peraccompanyingadultPhone:01899308169forticketsandinformation.•ExperienceourSpookyWaxModel•DarknessTours-twolevelsofscarefactor•Blindfoldedhorriblechallenges•Halloweenfancydresscompetition•Spookycraftworkshopincludingminiscarecrows•Meetourfreakystaff•Scarilygoodfoodavailablealldayinthefarmhousekitchenandfarmshop

Log onto www.visitlanarkshire.com for full details.

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Clyde Valley

1 Chatelherault Country Park, Hamilton

2 Dalserf Parish Church Hall, Dalserf

3 Flowers of Scotland, Rosebank

4 Overton Farm, Crossford

5 New Lanark Visitors Centre, New Lanark

6 Robertson Arms Hotel, Carnwath

7 Carmichael Visitors Centre, Thankerton

8 Feufield Farm, Symington

9 Biggar Little Festival, Biggar

10 Leadhills

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