Latest Events in Geelong(May Updated)

A killer line-up of crime authors and forensics experts come to Stonehaven on May 29-30 for interviews and immersive, unmissable moments. Crime. Conversation. Atmosphere. Set in the stunning coastal town of Stonehaven, Heart of Stone is a brand-new festival bringing together some of the most exciting voices in crime fiction alongside real-world experts. On Friday evening, begin with The First Clue — a lively double bill on handwriting and the history of crime fiction. Then step into an interactive world of intrigue with Cocktails, Mocktails & Mystery , before taking your seat for the headline experience, Trial by Jury , where you hear the evidence, examine the case and guess the verdict before the real outcome is revealed. This is a crimewriting festival designed to be experienced. Expect live storytelling, immersive experiences and engaging conversation, with opportunities to meet authors, have books signed and be part of a unique opening to the festival. What to expect: • Live author talks and conversations • An interactive crime-solving cocktail experience • The immersive headline experience: Trial by Jury • Book signings and opportunities to meet the authors Friday 29 May – Programme 5:00pm – The First Clue A fascinating double bill exploring forensic handwriting analysis and the history of crime fiction. Kathryn Thorndycraft-Pope (Forensic Document Examiner) Discover how handwriting and documents can reveal the truth — from detecting forgeries and alterations to uncovering hidden details invisible to the naked eye. Allan Martin (The Dead of Mull, The Peat Dead ) A fast-paced journey through the history of crime fiction — from Sherlock Holmes to the hard-boiled detectives of Raymond Chandler, and how the genre has evolved into the stories we can’t get enough of today. 7:00pm – Cocktails, Mocktails & Mystery An elegant, interactive hour of crime-solving, where guests enjoy a crafted cocktail while following clues to uncover the truth. 8:00pm – Trial by Jury A compelling true trial experience where you hear the evidence, examine the case and guess the verdict. Mark Bridgeman (The Scottish Murder Book, Erased) The bestselling author recreates a real-life murder trial, taking on the roles of judge, defence and prosecution. As the audience, you become the jury, delivering your verdict before the real outcome is revealed. Mark is currently working with Jersey Police on the island’s only unsolved murder case. Don't miss out. Book now. Choose from individual events, a Friday Pass, a Saturday Pass or the two-day Festival Pass. To view the Saturday programme and tickets see separate listing: "Heart of Stone Crimewriting Festival - Saturday". Information Source: Heart of Stone Crimewriting Festival | eventbrite

A killer line-up of crime authors and forensics experts come to Stonehaven on May 29-30 for interviews and immersive, unmissable moments. Crime. Conversation. Atmosphere. Set in the stunning coastal town of Stonehaven, Heart of Stone is a brand-new festival bringing together some of the most exciting voices in crime fiction alongside real-world experts. After an exciting Friday night launch (see separate listing), Saturday offers a full day of carefully curated double bills, live interviews and expert insight. Start with Murder in the Morning , then delve into the detail behind real investigations in our Masterclass: How to Solve a Crime (and What TV Gets Wrong) . Explore the genre’s past and present in The Unusual Suspects , with the detectives readers return to again and again, before Noir by Night brings a darker, richer close to the day. Expect thought-provoking conversations, expert insight and immersive moments. What to expect: • Live interviews with bestselling crime authors and rising stars • A forensic masterclass with real-world experts • A carefully curated programme of themed double bills • Book signings and opportunities to meet the authors • A day of crime, conversation and atmosphere from morning to night • Festival bookshop Saturday 30 May – Programme 10:30am – Murder in the Morning A compelling double bill exploring place, atmosphere and the relationship between real-world events and storytelling. The Woods Are Lovely, Dark and Deep Take a journey to a place you never expected to be as we explore the power of location and atmosphere in crime fiction. Rachel Bremner ( The Crimson Keep ), Julie Adams ( Fenagill ), Elizabeth Highfield ( Murder in the Forest ), Heather Critchlow ( The Cal Lovett Series ; The Tomorrow Project ). Why Let the Facts Get in the Way of a Good Story? A fascinating look at how real-world events — including some close to Stonehaven — shape and influence crime writing. Catriona Keith ( The Devil and Daniel Singer ), Allan Nicol ( Sheila Garvie: Mastermind or Victim ) and Rob McInroy ( The Bob and Annie Kelty novels ). 1:30pm – Masterclass: How to Solve a Crime (And What TV Gets Wrong) A fascinating insight into the realities of forensic investigation. RGU Criminology Department A team of real-world experts reveals what really happens in crime scene investigation — and how it differs from what we see on television, in films and in books. 3:30pm – The Unusual Suspects A compelling double bill exploring the past and present of crime writing. The Past Is a Foreign Country… “They do things differently there.” So begins The Go-Between . Is that why writers are so often drawn to the past? Here we explore historical crime fiction and its enduring appeal. Douglas Skelton ( Ship of Thieves ), Nancy Jardine ( Tailored Truths ), Lexie Conyngham ( The Gowden Wifie ) and Chris Longmuir ( Dangerous Destiny ). Watching the Detectives What would happen if some of your favourite fictional detectives got together to compare notes? Here we explore the enduring appeal of popular sleuths and long-running series. Deborah Masson ( The DI Eve Hunter Series ; I’ll Be Watching You ), Marion Todd ( The DI Clare Mackay Series ), Ewan Wallace ( The DI Lily Bankhurst Series ) and Allan Martin ( The Inspector Angus Blue Series ). 7:00pm – Noir by Night A thought-provoking double bill exploring creativity and the art of writing. All Artists Are Criminals… (to a degree.) Inspired by Nina Allan’s thought-provoking line from The Dollmaker , we ask: what does it really mean to be a writer? Tariq Ashkanani ( The Midnight King ), Nina Allan ( A Granite Silence ) and Ellen Dunne ( The Lost Son ). The Witching Hour A lively conversation on the Witches of Scotland campaign — and the story behind the movement, the book and, of course, the tartan that has helped revive a Highland industry. Claire Mitchell KC and Zoe Venditozzi ( How to Kill a Witch: A Guide for the Patriarchy ). Don't miss out. Book now. Choose from individual events, a Friday Pass, a Saturday Pass or the two-day Festival Pass. To view the Friday programme and tickets see separate listing: "Heart of Stone Crimewriting Festival - Friday". Information Source: Heart of Stone Crimewriting Festival | eventbrite

Learn to crochet in our friendly workshop - perfect for beginners & improvers. This month’s theme: Sunburst Granny Square Join Dora from Catflix & Crochet for a relaxed and friendly crochet workshop, perfect for anyone who wants to learn the art of crochet. Dora will guide you through the basics step by step and help you create your first project. Whether you’ve never picked up a crochet hook before or already know the basics and would like to build your skills, this workshop is designed to support you. Beginners will learn the foundations of crochet, while improvers can move on to creating the beautiful Sunburst Granny Square. All materials and equipment are included, so just bring yourself and enjoy learning a new craft in a welcoming environment. Light refreshments will be provided. 🧶✨ Information Source: Textile Junkies | eventbrite

Make a 100% wool bowl or basket and learn how to felt it! This class is a great next steps class and is suitable for improving crocheters (e.g. if you have completed a learn to crochet class). You should be able to confidently make the UK treble crochet. Improve your basic skills with this fun homewares class! Design your own bowl or basket and learn how to add stripes and borders, as well as handles. Why not try some matching coasters too?! You'll learn how to work with chunky 100% wool singles yarn, how to change colour and how to read basic charts. Then I will demonstrate how to felt your work and discuss how to get the best finish. Give felting a go in class, and then felt your own bowl with confidence at home. Light refreshments and 2 balls of 100% merino wool yarn are included in the course fee. Please bring your preferred 8mm hook. For more information about Fiona Meade Crochet: https://www.facebook.com/FionaMeadeCrochet/ and https://www.fionameadecrochet.com Or email : fionameade.crochet@gmail.com Venue details This workshop takes place at Baa! 43 Evan Street, Stonehaven. There is stepless access to the shop. There are toilet facilities but they are not wheelchair accessible. Terms and Conditions All attendees must be 12 years old or over. All under 16s must be accompanied by a participating (ticket-holding) adult. If the buyer needs to cancel: You can cancel via Eventbrite up to 30 days before the event with no penalty. Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable, so they won't be returned to the ticket buyer unless the event is cancelled. If you need to cancel, please let me know as soon as you can so I can offer your ticket to somebody on the waiting list. All efforts will be made to re-sell your ticket, allowing you a full refund. Closer to the event there is a sliding refund scale, depending on the proximity to the event. If a replacement buyer cannot be found, the refund is 50% between 30 & 14 days before the event with no refund within 14 days of the event. If Fiona needs to cancel: If the class is cancelled you will get a full ticket refund, including booking fee, or the option to transfer onto a later class. Travel/accommodation expenses will not be refunded. Information Source: Fiona Meade Crochet | eventbrite

Join Mister Fishy for another two days of scooters, music, fun & frolics! Here we go! Something Fishy Scooter Rally 3! Weekend Pass - £20 per person Friday Pass - £7.50 Saturday Pass - £12.50 Camper Vans & Cars on Campsite -£10 Please note if you have a camper and require a utility hookup you will need to book your camper through Fendick's Fishery. Fendick's Fishery also has a limited number of lodges and they will need to be booked directly though the fishery. https://www.fendicksfishery.com Weekend or day pass includes camping, admission to rally area, on-site toilets & showers. Live music: Friday Night THE KILLER TOMATOES Saturday Afternoon THE ROCKNEY RHYMERS Saturday Night BIG 10 DJs: Steve Greensides, Andy Cooke, Kev Andrews, Darryn Geraty & Brian Rayner Saturday Afternoon School Disco with Steve & Brian! Fully licenced bar and hot food on site. A free goodie bag for the first 25 scooter riding scooterists through the gate on Friday. An eleven category custom show. There will be a charity raffle tickets on sale over the weekend. Stalls, traders & plans for a scooter jumble on the Saturday. Also on Saturday afternoon the draw will take place for a Vespa T5, scooter will be available to ride away by the winner on the day as scooter will be MoT'd, dyno'd, full tank of jungle juice and the V5 to sign over to the winner...proceeds from the scooter raffle will go to charity. Fendick’s Fishery, Methwold Road, Whittington, Norfolk, PE33 9GP Information Source: SOMETHING FISHY SCOOTER RALLY | eventbrite

Join us for an unforgettable evening of love with Medium Patricia Griffin, as she connects us to your loved ones on the other side PATRICIA GRIFFIN is a natural-born medium who, in 2014, came to a point where she could no longer deny her gifts and went professional. Based in Monroe, Connecticut, Patricia continues to blaze a trail through her grassroots movement spreading the message that love sees all, believes all, and never ends. Communicating with loved ones brings validation and closure. Patricia was a regular on the ‘CT Style’ television show, where she was one of the most popular guests. Patty performs @ Comix @ Mohegan Sun, Powder Ridge, River View, and other venues. She has been featured on CT Style, Anna, and Raven, WPLR podcast, and WATR and is a regular guest on Plum Foods.. She does private readings, group sessions, galleries, and fundraisers. Among Patricia’s greatest honors is reading at fairs for Pat Longo, the mentor of the famous Long Island Medium. -- Though Patricia reads many audience members, reading is not guaranteed. Wine is not included in the ticket. A drink purchase of minimum $10 plus tax and gratuity per participant is required to attend this event and can be made at the vineyard prior to the start of the event, after our staff checks your ID. Outside Alcohol Beverages, Water Bottles or Any Other Beverages are NOT allowed to be brought in the premises of the vineyard. This is a restriction of our Farm Winery Permit. Our staff reserves the right to check bags and coolers. Doors open at 5:30 No late entry All participants must be 21 years of age or older. CANCELLATION POLICY Ticket is non refundable. Doors open at 5:30PM Information Source: Patty Griffin | eventbrite

Come and learn about the tools EGCP has been developing to understand the state of our coast in 2026 Aim of the Workshop · Launch the State of the Coast Summary Document · The State of the Coast Web-Based Information Resource · Linking SOTC to Schools and Coastal Communities Target Audience Council officers, rangers, councillors, outdoor education professionals, teachers, NGOs, environmental and industry representatives, students… Timetable 10.00 Arrival and Registration Welcome 10.30 - Welcome – David R. Green - EGCP Chair SOTC – Uses and Examples 10.40 - SOTC: A Coastal Information Resource for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire – Ian Hay 11.00 - SOTC and Education – Rosa Payne 11.20 - SOTC and Coastal Communities – Corrie Meinert 11.40 - SOTC and changing behaviour (litter) – Lauren Smith 12.00 – Questions and discussion 12.30 – Lunch Marine Spatial Planning 13.30 - SOTC and Marine Spatial Planning (Marine Scotland) 14.00 - Introduction to the Marine Spatial Planning Game – Ian Hay 14.15 - Marine Spatial Planning Game – Ian Hay Close 15.15 - Thanks 15.30 - Close & Departure The coastal zone represents one of the most complex and dynamic interfaces on Earth, where terrestrial, coastal, marine, and atmospheric systems interact across a range of spatial and temporal scales. These environments are of significant ecological, economic, and societal importance, and yet they are increasingly subject to a wide array of pressures, including climate change, sea-level rise, coastal erosion, water and mineral resources, planning, marine litter and intensifying patterns of human use. The State Of The Coast (SOTC) initiative developed by the East Grampian Coastal Partnership (EGCP) provides a significant and timely contribution to our understanding of these challenges within the North East Scotland Marine Region of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. As an evolving, web-based resource, it reflects a progressive shift from static reporting towards a more adaptive, data- and information-driven approach to coastal assessment and management, and marine spatial planning. A central strength of the SOTC project lies in its integration of spatial and temporal datasets to support marine spatial planning and evidence-based decision-making. By making such data and information accessible to a wide range of stakeholders—including policymakers, researchers, practitioners, educators and the wider public—the web-based platform plays an important role in enhancing ocean literacy and fostering more informed engagement with coastal and marine issues. Information Source: Ian Hay, Project Manager-Marine Planning, EGCP | eventbrite

Come join the talented Mackie Academy students as they bring this classic "kid gangster" musical to life! Information Source: Mackie Academy School Fund | eventbrite

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