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GAIDHLIG DUMGAL

Anne will give a lively presentation of songs from

this treasure trove of songs, along with fascinating

historical background about the songs, and Gaelic

culture in general.

SONGS OF GAELIC SCOTLAND

Anne Lorne Gillies

E-mail:andrew.wilson3@dumgal.

gov.ukTickets 5 available from

D&G Arts Midsteeple Dumfries Mon-Sat 10am -4pm

Or Tel 01387 25323383

This concert is to officially launch Gaidhlig Dumgal, here are the aims

of the group:

Promote awareness of, and interest and involvement in, Gaelic language, literature, music and

other aspects of Gaelic culture, throughout Dumfries & Galloway.

Work in collaboration with other local and national organisations in the promotion and development

of Gaelic language and culture.

Promote the use of Gaelic language in everyday life.

Provide support and encouragement to those interested in furthering their knowledge andunderstanding of Gaelic language and culture.

Secure funding that will support the objectives listed above.

Gaidhlig Dumgal was established with the assistance of Bord na Gaidhlig, who

have awarded the group a grant. The grant money will be used to establish a

website, and provide conversation classes. Details of these classes, along

with Ulpan classes for beginners, will appear on the website and in the next e

-letter. We aim to provide classes in all 4 districts of the region: Annandale

& Eskdale, Nithsdale, Stewartry, and Wigtownhire.For those wanting more information about Ulpan please

follow this link: www.cli.org.uk/ulpan.asp

Abairt Gaidhlig: cha tig aois leatha fein (auld age doesna come itsel!)Fiosrachadh feumail(useful info): Cli Gaidhlig(Gaelic Learners Association),Units 1-4, Highland Rail House, Academy Street, Inverness IV1 1LTel. 01463 226710 post-d: cli@cli.org.uk

Ps. Sorry no accents in this newsletter, hope to sort for next issue.

There is no membership fee for this year, but if you would like to

join please fill in the form below and return to:Anndra Wilson, Gaelic Development Worker,Community and Support Services, Dumfries & Galloway Council,South Machars Community Centre, Castlehill,

Whithorn, Newton Stewart, DG 8 8PNFn/Tel. 01988 500364 Fn-laimh/Mobile. 07921038630Post-dhealain / Email: Andrew.Wilson3@dumgal.gov.ukGidhlig DumgalDumfries & Galloway Gaelic Community Group

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Data Protection: your details will not be passed to other organisations, andwill only be used to keep you informed about Gaelic classes, the work ofthis group, and other Gaelic related matters. If you do NOT wish to becontacted, please let us know

Is a new community group for anyone with an interest in

Scots Gaelic, who lives in Dumfries & Galloway.Welcome to the first edition of our newsletter.

Rutherford McGowan building

Crichton Campus Dumfries

For more information contact

Anndra Wilson 01988 500364

mobile: 07921038630

Time: 19:00 Date: 29th June 2011

Rutherford McGowan Building,: if entering from Bankend

Road, bear left in front of Easterbrook Hall, park infront

of Dudgeon or Carmont buildings. If entering from

Glencaple Road, go round the Crichton Memorial Church,

and bear right at the Easterbrook Hall.

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