What's on around Loch Ness

15/12/2005

'Les Choristes' - Film Rated 12
CinemA82 is back at the Craigmonie Centre, Glen Urquhart High School, Drumnadrochit
'Les Choristes': Thursday 15th December - 7.30pm - Rated 12
French with English subtitles:
By getting nominated for Academy Awards in both the Foreign Language Film and Best Song categories, Les Choristes (The Chorus) made a rare (for a European film) double impression at the 2004 Oscars.
Guest membership is available on the night for single screenings at £4/£2 /£1(under 16).

17/12/2005

Live Music: Old Blind Dogs
Glen Urquhart Public Hall - Drumnadrochit
Fiddler and guitarist Jonny Hardie was here last year with Bruce Macgregor; this time he's come in his capacity as founding member of one of the original Scottish roots revival bands, Old Blind Dogs. Their Highland tour follows on their annual tour of the US and Europe where they're always more than welcome. In the words of www.folking.com: '... A seriously rocking crew ... if this is your first introduction to the Dogs I'm sure you'll be left panting for more!"
Tickets are £8 / £6 and are available on the door, online from: www.thebooth.co.uk or can be reserved by calling 01456 450 155.
Doors open at 7.30pm and the show starts at 8pm. Refreshments are available.

19/12/2005

Drumnadrochit Festival of Lights
Its judging day for the Festival of Lights Christmas decoration competition when houses large and small along with businesses vie for the best festive display in Drumndrochit, Lewiston, and beyond.

21/12/2005

CEOL BEO TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND SONG SESSION
Venue: Waterfall Cafe
Address: Foyers Inverness-shire
Description: Traditional music and song session in a family friendly venue. All welcome. Very informal.
Phone: 01463 223354 (event) Email: ceol.beo@btconnect.com (event)

24/12/2005

Christmas Eve

Many Hotels, Restaurants and Bars are open with local events going on. Houses, public buildings, trees & streets are decorated with festive lights. There are churches of several denominations around Loch Ness that offer traditional Christmas Eve services with Carol singing and as always they extend a very warm welcome to visitors at this special time of year. Fortify the spirit in a different way by taking the time to appreciate the spectacular natural beauty of Loch Ness and the surrounding woodlands, forests, moors and mountains.

24/12/2005

Children's Festive Film Matinee
CinemA82 - Craigmonie Centre - Drumnadrochit
Animated Film: 'Prince of Egypt' Rated U
11am - Free entry but donations are welcome

25/12/2005

Christmas Day

Many restaurants, hotels and pubs around Loch Ness have special Christmas Day menus and events as well as Christmas break offers.

28/12/2005

Afternoon Tea Dance with Jim Terry
3pm to 5pm in the BLAIRBEG VILLAGE HALL , Drumnadrochit.
Jim Terry has been a professional musician since 1944 playing Saxaphone, Flute and Clarinet. In 1955, Jim played with the GLEN MILLER BAND under the leadership of Ray McKinley ... During his professional career as a recording studio musician, Jim has backed some famous artists such as Frank Sinatra, Jerry Lewis , Lena Horn and Dione Warwick to name but a few.
Jim has been resident in the Drumnadrochit area for over four years now and is looking forward to performing for you all in the Blairbeg Village Hall.
Admission Charge £3.00 per person (payable at Door) which includes Tea plus a selection of Home Baking.

31/12/2005

Children's Hogmanay Film Matinee
CinemA82 - Craigmonie Centre - Drumnadrochit
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Rated PG
11am - Free entry but donations are welcome

31/12/2005

Loch Ness Hogmanay Festival
A week of events and activities in and around Drumnadrochit culminating in an open air party to see in the New Year!
Live Scottish Music
Fireworks
Highland Dancing
Pipers
Fun for all the family ... Young and old.

For more information and all enquiries: info@lochnesshogmanay.com or visit the web site.

25/01/2006

Burns Night
Events and Special offers around Loch Ness and Inverness to celebrate the life and works of Poet Robbie Burns.

12/02/2006

Guided Ranger Walks: Abriachan
'Love is in the Air'
Grade B 3km / 2mile walk: Learn how plants and animals forcast their prospects of love!
2-4pm This event is free but please book on 01463 724 312
Please wear appropriate footwear and suitable clothing.

18/02/2006

Guided Ranger Walks: Cannich
'Cold Snap in Cannich'
It's the coldest time of year - how do the animals cope? Help build shelters and remember to wrap up warm!
This family event is free.
Meet at Cannich Village hall at 2pm. Call 01463 724 312 for more info.

21/02/2006

Nessie: Sources & Speculation
Starts: 19:30
Talk by Norman Newton
Part of the University of Aberdeen Evening Programme. Centre for Lifelong Learning in association with The Highland Council Eeucation, Culture & Sport Service.
Contact: Jane O'Donovan Phone: 01456 486355
Stratherrick Public Hall: Gorthleck Inverness-shire
Email: hughnicol@tiscali.co.uk (venue)

23/02/2006

Further Than the Furthest Thing
Craigmonie Centre - Drumnadrochit
Play - presented by Eden Court Outreach.
Watch this space for further details

25/03/2006

Guided Ranger Walks: Balnain
Mad March Hares and Other Animals
Come along for fun and games at this free Family Event inspired by the springtime antics of the local wildlife.
2-4pm Balnain Play Park (near the school)
Call: 01463 724 312 for more information

01/04/2006

Glen Affric Duathalon
Held in April (Final Date TBC)
Get more info HERE

Drum Beat Music Festival