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STARGAZING FOR BEGINNERS

Dumfries & Galloway FIND out what’s going on in the skies above the Galloway Forest, with a talk in the visitor centre followed by an outdoor stargazing session.scotland.forestry.gov.uk/forest-parks/galloway-forest-park

ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL

March 6-19, Various venues across Scotland THIS year’s instalment highlights an exciting and diverse line-up of contemporary and classic Italian cinema from hilarious comedy to insightful drama. Hosted in venues from Eden Court in Inverness to the Filmhouse, Edinburgh.

italianfilmfestival.org.uk

DUNFERMLINE FARMERS’ MARKET

March 14, Glen Gates, Dunfermline THIS monthly market hosts up to 20 stalls with all kinds of delicious,

local produce from veg to bread. Pick up something for the weekend from the likes of The Wee Pie Company, Rainbow Organic

Chocolates and Iain Spink’s Arbroath Smokies.

fifefarmersmarket.co.uk

ULLAPOOL DANCE FESTIVAL

March 7, Various venues in

Ullapool, Highlands A SMALL, one-day affair, Ullapool Dance Festival nevertheless hosts something for everyone and even transforms into a Ceilidh and Latin dance party in the evening! Try something new or attend a masterclass, from exotic Capoeira to Indian and traditional Scottish dances.

ullapooldancefestival.org

THE YOUNG AT HEART

FESTIVAL

March 12-21, Venues in South

Lanarkshire A RELAXED affair aimed at folk over 50, the festival celebrates its tenth birthday this year with an eclectic programme. Events take in live music and theatre, classic film screenings, a craft fair and

plenty of arts workshops.