5 feelgood things to do in Inverness this weekend
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Variety? You've got it this weekend, from the return of dance legends Harry and Domenic to Blazin' Fiddles' 25th anniversary show, the city summer art market, a duo of artists exhibiting in Cromarty and a cheeky talking canines comedy!
1 Pooch payback ...
This week's new film Strays (15) tells the sad/ hilarious story of a cute dog who thinks he is man's best friend, but sadly the man – his horrible owner – is a total dirtbag. It might be time for some sweet revenge. The movie lives up to its warnings on strong language, sex references, crude humour and drug misuse – if the trailer is any guide! Strictly for the 15 and overs. But potty-mouthed talking dogs? What's not to love! Find it at Vue Cinema Inverness from Thursday, August 17.
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Just time to catch art exhibition Nigg/\Cromarty/\Nigg which is being held in Cromarty at The Stables, from August 19-27. It brings together opposites: industry and nature, new and old, machines and trees, just as the Port of Nigg and the historic town of Cromarty face each other across the entrance to the Cromarty Firth. Sue Jane Tayor is showing work together with her partner Ian Westacott – for the first time. Sue says she hasn't exhibited on the Black Isle since she was at school. And the work she has on show was all created during her arts residency at the Port of Nigg from 2020-2021. It shows the feats of engineering there, while the elm, oak and sweet chestnuts trees that were planted around Cromarty in the 18th and 19th centuries, are captured in Ian Westacott’s intricate etchings. They show trees "ravaged by time and disease". and other ancient trees too, drawn from life. The show is sponsored by Global Energy Group/Port of Nigg and the Cromarty Arts Trust.
3 In-store showcase
Live and local at HMV in the Eastgate Centre has Danny Mortimer appearing on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 3.30pm.
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4 Great music, your choice
After June's last big night with Harri & Domenic, they are back on Friday, August 18 in their Subculture Takeover with Harri & Domenic – the start of a bi monthly series at Upstairs, 10pm to 2am. Most tickets sold, but check here.
And for lovers of traditional music, fun, stories and legends of fiddle music Saturday, August 19 brings the final night of Blazin Fiddles' 25th anniversary tour to Eden Court in a night also showcasing their just-released new 10th album, XXV. The show starts at 7.30pm.
5 In the market for art?
Ceramics, painting, textiles, prints, jewellery and more will be showcased from Friday, August 18 to Sunday, August 20 at the Wasps Inverness Creative Academy Summer Market 2023 in the former Inverness Royal Academy building. You can drop into the latest event to catch up with the work of talented artists and creators and enjoy the chance to buy their work and support some creative businesses. Here are some of the names to look ot for: LaKrista Morton, Leila Ross, Clare Blois, Fiona Matheson, Cecilia Mann, Jenny Hepburn, Quinta Essenza Jewellery, Gael Hillyard, Inverness Openarts, Flow Creativity, Chantelle Lee, Hooked and Hung, Jackie Thomson, Geddes Designs, Jane MacDonald Designs, MI Designs, Art’s Cricket, Beeseep Organics, Velvet Purls, Muriel Dorthe, Liz Green, Isle of Riso and Alicia MacInnes. Entry is free. The market's opening hours are –Friday 4pm-8pm, Saturday and Sunday10am-5pm.
