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e Mercure Inverness Hotel, set on the banksof the River Ness in the heart of the city, has

recently undergone an extensive refurbishment to

transform its biggest event room, providing the

ideal location to cater for all occasions.

e hotels recent renovation also includes the

creation of twelve brand new Privilege Bedrooms,

which feature everything guests could wish for

to relax and unwind in style from plush dressing

gowns to Nespresso coffee machines.

Fraser Peterkin Gm comments on the project:

e design in the new bedrooms is fresh and

modern. We used bold splashes of colour

against an elegant and stylish grey palate. In

each room, there is a highland influenced

painting positioned on the ceiling over the bed,to add a locally inspired touch to the design.

Each room has a bespoke wardrobe and the

bathrooms include large walk-in showers. e

Inverness Suite has a unique Scottish thistle

carpet design, with contemporary tartanwallpaper and deep purples and greys, to give a

perfect setting for a wedding.

e Inverness Suitecaters for those looking

for an ideal wedding or event venue. e suite

accommodates up to 180 guests and with its own

private bar, also provides the perfect space for

Christmas parties. is year the festive themeis Mistletoe Masquerade, where guests will

experience a night of mystery, charm and intrigue.

Located with the dramatic Highland backdrop,

the hotel also creates the perfect romantic setting

for a wedding. From an intimate gathering to an

extraordinary affair, the hotel has experts on hand

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e Inverness Suite can also host up to 200

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All the lights are coming on now...How we wish that it would snow Excited? Well, thats very muchup to you, innit - we are. For no other reason than it is more fun

to enjoy and engender a sense of goodwill. Its nice to be nice. Tellthat to all those nerks who seek to impose themselves on others, toall those profit-motivated politicians, politically motivated profiteersand all those divisive insipid little self-protectors. You cant believeanything these people tell you, so you should believe what you like.Whats more fun to believe in? Fear or love?

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On the other hand my luvs, you can certainly believe US - becausewere like that. More fun. Especially when we say that there areseasonal riches in abundance contained within these pages - a

veritable Christmas feast - something for everybody. Apart fromthe goons who make our lives miserable - theyre barred. Andplease do help yourselves to a most liberal helping of splendidXmas/mid-winter times. Pass them round

ART: Masters in print - only little ones like Picasso, Dali, Matisse &Warhol. Actual. | FILM: Xmas pre-Oscar Box-office-busters - inc thelast Hobbit flick, plus family fodder in Penguins Of Madagascar(Cumberbatched) and Get Santa(unCumberd) | KIDS:Before WinterWonderland, One Night In Santas Workshopand the pantos kickin, a revised chance to enjoy the Homecoming Halloweenshow the

Council and Eden Courts Creative peeps had planned for us. |MUSIC:

Deacon Blue, Vatersay Boysand local indie tyros Schnarff Schnarffprovidesome pre-Hogmanay highlights but the big stuff is on the 31st: Red Hot HighlandFling returns withRed Hot Chilli Pipers, Mnranand theJulie Fowlis Band, whilstIronworks and Hootananny have their own delights. | SPECIALS: HighlandsFashion Weekis back - lithe and lean but lovely of course | SPORT:Diversity rules - Santa Runs, Wrestling, Synchronised Ice Skatingand El Kessocko | THEATRE:Panto takeover time. Aladdinis the EdenCourt heavyweight, Strathpeffer go for Rapunzel, whilst there is moreDick than you can shake a stick at in Nairn, Aviemore and FloriansInverness - of the Whittingtonvariety. Pass the egg nog

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Hot on the heels of last months excellent JOHN BYRNE exhibition, INVERNESS MUSEUM

& ART GALLERY (IMAG) is again providing some rather wonderful treats for the eyes in the

form of MODERN MASTERS IN PRINT: MATISSE, PICASSO, DALI & WARHOLfrom 06

DEC. Drawn from the Victoria & Albert Museums renowned print collection, this touring

exhibition explores the work of four great 20th-century artists, the aforementioned Henri

Matisse, Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol. Their works span 75 years and

arguably give birth to the modern age, drawing on everything from psychotherapy and theworld of dreams to the consumerist aesthetic. As well as being rather magnificent to look

at. A great opportunity to see modern masterpieces up close.

IMAG is doing a fine job of engaging with the community and the REMEMBERING

CHRISTMAS PAST, TUE 09 DECSAT 10 JAN in the Room to Discover is no exception. A

display of historic Christmas decorations and Festive fayre from the museums collections

simply sparkles. NB: Room to Discover is sometimes used for other activities - call 01463

237114 to check that the exhibition is open before you go.

Offering a variation on that theme is the FESTIVE FAVOURSevent on THUR 11 DEC from45pm. Head along and get Christmas crafty at this after-school drop-in activity for all the

young at heart, where you can make your own Christmas heart decorations and get glitzy

decorating gingerbread lads and lassies. Mince pies and juice and Christmas cheer will

also be in plentiful supply. No need to book, just drop-in.

Concluding on 06 DEC at IMAG, but thereafter on permanent exhibition in the First Floor

Gallery is WORLD WAR ONE: NESS STORIES. Curated together with pupils from Inverness

Royal Academy, and teams from Highland Archives and Highland Libraries, the exhibition

uses objects from High Life Highlands collections to explore the extraordinarily ordinary

personal stories of those who lived through The Great War. The new research uncovered bythe Academy pupils reveals just how deeply WW1 affected families in the region.

KIDS EVENT:A TREASURE FOR CHRISTMAS: with Whiskers and Capn Kate

THU 04 DEC, 4:305:30pm, Room to Discover

After-school children and families event with local childrens book author, PAULINE MACKAY,

reading from her latest book Whiskers and the Pieces of Eightin which IMAGs plucky,

wee water vole and Curator Capn Kate adventure through some piratical japes to save

the museums treasures. Pauline will be signing copies of this perfect stocking filler and

there will be a round the museum Treasure Hunt, with pieces of eight for everyone to

round off the evenings fun. Come dressed as a pirate, do! Event is FREE, but bookingis essential, as places are limited.

Tel 01463 237 114 or email [email protected]

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MODERN MASTERS IN PRINT:

MATISSE,PICASSO,

DALI AND WARHOL

6 December 2014 -

28 February 2015Inverness Museum & Art Gallery

Castle Wynd, Inverness, IV2 3EB

Tel. 01463 237114

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December: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm/

Late night Thursday until 7pm

January - February: Thursday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm

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Picasso/DACS, London 2014)

Exhibition organised by the

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BEAULY GALLERYTHREE SQUARE, DecThe Gallerys winter exhibition:work from a huge array of localartists. Main exhibition featuressmall square works availableindividually or as a set ofthree. Larger groups of originalpieces by CLARE BLOIS, FIONAMATHESON and CYRIL & HAZELREID. beaulygallery.co.uk

CASTLE GALLERYMIXED CHRISTMASEXHIBITION, to 31 Deccastlegallery.co.uk

EDEN COURT GALLERYWINTER EXHIBITION:

WINTER MAGIC, thru Dec,

MIxed exhibition of paintings onthe theme of Winter Magic.eden-court.co.uk

IG:LUEVENT #97: WHATS THEPOINT OF ME AND YOUby JEAN FLOYED to Fri 28 NovMixed media show.

IG:LU FILM SCREENINGS

EVENT #95: Film - GREMLINSSun 14 Dec 5pm Free but youmust book a place online.

EVENT #96: Film - LETHALWEAPON Sun 14 Dec 8pm Freebut you must book online.

All films brought to you by RockN Wrestle & Heroes For Sale:www.theIG.LU

IMAGJOHN BYRNE: SITTING DUCKSto 29 Nov - Last Chance Alert !!

Rich and varied selection of

drawings, paintings and multi-media works from across JohnByrnes prolific career.

CREATIVE BRAINS:CREATIVITY IN DEMENTIA CAREto 10 Jan, This very movingexhibition of sculpture imagescreated by people livingwith dementia together withCreativity in Cares KARRIEMARSHALL, expresses visualrepresentations of the worldsthat the artists wish to createwithin their own minds. Theseworks promise to both uplift anddeepen our responses to thosewho live with dementia.

WORLD WAR ONE: NESSSTORIES, to 6 Dec. Thisexhibition, curated together withpupils from Inverness RoyalAcademy, and teams fromHighland Archives and HighlandLibraries, uses objects fromHigh Life Highlands collectionsto explore the extraordinarilyordinary personal stories ofthose who lived through TheGreat War. The new researchuncovered by the Academypupils reveals just how deeplythe First World War affectedfamilies in the region.

MODERN MASTERS IN PRINT:MATISSE, PICASSO [1], DALI &WARHOLfrom 06 Dec. From theV&As renowned print collection.Ace. See main feat.

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FILM

Bring Out The Big Guns

DOCUMENTARYCOMEDY DRAMA FAMILY ROMANCE

Oh good, another Hobbit film. Actually, those getting weary of the seemingly interminable

franchise will be delighted to learn that THE HOBBIT: THE BATTLE OF THE FIVE ARMIES

[4]is the conclusion of Peter Jacksons epic retelling of Tolkiens book. And those with

a soft spot for it all will no doubt relish a last chance to get caught up in the goings-on in

Middle Earth. This time round the races of Dwarves, Elves and Men must decide whether

to unite or be destroyed. Difficult choice From 12 DEC.

Another burgeoning franchise presents its latest instalment in the form of PENGUINS OF

MADAGASCAR [2], throwing anthropological sense to the wind with admirable abandon.

An elite undercover task force led by the handsome and husky Agent Classified (voiced

by the justifiably ubiquitous Benedict Cumberbatch) must stop the villainous Dr Octavius

Brine before he destroys the world as we know it. From 05 DEC (EC from 19 DEC).

Another seasonal family flick is GET SANTA [1], a suitably festive romp with Jim Broadbent

as the big fella, waking up in a garage having crashed his sleigh and finding himself on the

run from the police. An excellent cast also includes Stephen Graham, Rafe Spall, Ewen

Bremner and Jodie Whittaker. From 05 DEC.

One of the films of the year is MR TURNERand this month we finally get to see just why

Timothy Spall won Best Actor at Cannes and will no doubt be in the running for an Oscar.

He spent two years learning to paint before taking on the title role of perhaps the worlds

first modern artist and the film is packed with the same breathtaking boldness as Turners

pictures. At EDEN COURT from 05 DEC.

Another fascinating painter biopic is Tim Burtons latest, BIG EYES [7]. Its a drama centred

on the awakening of the painter Margaret Keane, her phenomenal success in the 1950s,

and the subsequent legal difficulties she had with her husband, who claimed credit for her

cute/terrifying goggle-eyed artworks. The wonderful Amy Adams stars. From 26 DEC.This is the time of the year when all the big guns come out in the lead up to the Academy

Award nominations, so youre almost spoilt for choice. Lauded or laughed at will be:

UNBROKEN [6](26 DEC) - Angelina Jolie directs and produces this true story of WW2

soldiers caught and interned by the Japanese, with a script co-written by the Coen Brothers;

EXODUS: GODS AND KINGS [5](26 DEC) - Ridley Scotts biblical epic starring Christian

Bale and Ben Kingsley, and BLACK SEA [3] (05 DEC), the latest from Kevin McDonald,

in which a submarine captain takes a job with a shadowy backer to search the depths for

gold. Jude Law stars. Not sure that DUMB AND DUMBER TOor NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM:

SECRET OF THE TOMBwill troubling the Academy though, popular as they may proveAnd dont miss three glorious films presented by INVERNESS FILM FANS at EDEN COURT

in the form of Ingmar Bergmans THE SEVENTH SEAL(02 DEC), FARGO(16 DEC) and

THE BLUE ANGEL(30 DEC).

And for film reviews and latest screening times, visit whatonhighlands.com

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CONTD FROM 24 NOV* GET ON UP @ Vue* THE HOMESMAN @ Vue* INTERSTELLAR @ EC

* THE HUNGER GAMES:MOCKINGJAY PT1 @ Vue

* THE IMITATION GAME @ EC

FROM MON 24 NOVIDA (15+) @ EC, 6pmLux Film Prize

WED 26 NOVHIGHLAND SPIRITUAL CINEMA@ Nairn CC, 7.30pmhighlandspiritualcinema.net

BELLE ET SBASTIAN@ EC, 10amfrenchfilmfestival.org.uk (FFF)

Royal Opera House Live:LELISIR DAMORE@ EC, 7.15pm

THU 27 NOVJE TAIME JE TAIME + LAJETEE @ EC, 8.30pm

FRI 28 NOV* MEN, WOMEN& CHILDREN @ Vue* PADDINGTON @ Vue

MONSTERS: DARK

CONTINENT @ VueFollowup to Godzillas GarethEdwards ace 2010 movie.

* FURY (15) @ Eden CourtBRAD PITT has a Sherman tank.

HORRIBLE BOSSES 2 @ VueI AM ALI @ VueTHE REVOLUTIONARYOPTIMISTS @ EC, 7pmtakeoneaction.org.uk (TOA)

SHORT FILMS - PRIMARYSCHOOLS @ EC, 9.30amTOA

SAT 29 NOV

ONCE UPON A FOREST@ EC, 11amTOATHE PRICE OF SEX@ EC, 2.30pmTOAEVERYDAY REBELLION@ EC, 5.30pmTOASEXMISSION @ EC, 8.30pm

FROM SUN 30 NOVINEQUALITY FOR ALL @ EC6pmTOAGOING AWAY @ EC, 5pm TOAAUNT HILDA! (all ages)@ EC, 3pmTOA

MON 01 DECTHE IMPORTANCE OF BEINGEARNEST @ Nairn CC, 2pmcinemanairn.blogspot.co.uk

TUE 02 DECTANTE HILDA! @ EC 10amFFFTHE SEVENTH SEAL(PG) @ EC, 7.15pminvernessfilmfans.org (InFiFa)

WED 03 DECLES COMBATTANTS@ EC, 7.15pm FFF

THU 04 DECWARREN MILLERS NOTURNING BACK @ EC, 6.15pm

THE OLD VICS THECRUCIBLE @ EC, 7.15pmTHE TENTH VICTIM(15+) @ EC, 8.30pm

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FROM SAT 06 DECTHE REHEARSAL @ EC, 6.15pm* THE BOXTROLLS (PG)@ EC, 11am

SUN 07 DEC

45M2 (15+) @ EC, 5pm

MON 08 DECSTILL THE ENEMY WITHIN (15)@ EC, 6.15pmthe-enemy-within.org.uk

TUE 09 DECNT LIVE: JOHN (18+)@ EC, 8pm

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Kids Xmas Fun

THU 27 NOVCLUICH: GAELIC PARENT ANDTODDLER GROUP @ JamesCameron Centre, Inverness,10am (Every term-time Thu)

FRI 28 NOVMINI MOVERS IN MERKINCH@ Trinity Church Hall,Merkinch, 10.30am.Dance and

move creatively with yourwee ones, accompaniedby gentle rhymes andrhythms which will

develop movement skills.Book: Donna on 01463 240085

HOMECOMING HALLOWEENSHOW 2014 @ Ness Islands,Inverness, 7pm*RESCHEDULED* Due to theflooding of Ness Islands thisyears Halloween Show had tobe postponed, so the ghostsand ghouls are appearing amonth later than usual! Everyyear the families of Invernessdress up in their scariestcostumes to greet the ghosts

and the party carries on in thecity centre well into the deadof the night. This years showhas a Homecoming themewhich means that many of theghosts will be making a oncein an after lifetime visit to bethere. Everybody is welcomeand the show is suitable for all.

SAT 29 NOVHOMECOMING HALLOWEENSHOW 2014 @ Ness Islands,Inverness, 5pmAs Fri 28 Nov.

SUN 30 NOVLITTLE ELVESCHRISTMAS PARTY!@ Eden Court, 11am, 12.30pmGet your Under 5s in the festive

spirit with this jam-packed hourof singing, dancing, gamesand creative play. Santasworkshop is a busy place atthis time of year, so bring yourLittle Elves along to help outand let off some steam! Makesure to wear red and green!

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If only there was some sort of special event for kids to look forward to in December, preferably

involving presents and general cheer. Well, unfounded rumours suggest there might be, but

until then were sticking with what we know.

And one thing we do know is that HOMECOMING HALLOWEENis taking place on NESS ISLANDS

on 28 & 29 NOV. The torrential weather put paid to the original event, but so much time and

work had been put into it all, it seemed daft not to let us all experience the spooky fun. And forthose wondering why it wasnt relocated, the whole thing is site-specific, with a whole series of

carefully conceived tableaux, Ness Islands being the only suitable place to stage it all. It would

be a shame to let all the effort from the Council peeps plus John McGeoch and Eden Courts

CREATIVE team go to waste so repay them by heading along for a delightfully scary, even

if slightly late adventure involving the ghosts of returning Scots, summoned by Macbeth. And

then you can turn your thoughts towards the big fella in red

Into December proper and another event thats becoming something of a tradition for

youngsters in the form of WINTER WONDERLAND 2014in WHIN PARK from 1214 DEC. As

you might expect, its all about making Santa and his reindeers welcome as they prepare forthe busy global circumnavigation ahead. Its a fine place for photo opportunities and snaps to

embarrass/warm the hearts of the family for years to come, but dont forget to wrap up warm.

Just as popular, but this time indoors, is the STICKY KIDS CHRISTMAS SINGALONG at

STRATHPEFFER PAVILION on TUE 16 DEC at 10AM. Santa has sent Molly & Mac an invitation to

come to Lapland to perform their action-packed singalong show. Lots of audience participation

and watch out for flying crackers! Suitable for 2-6 year olds. Tickets 6 01997 420124.

Finally, as the Big Day approaches, the little uns will enjoy ONE NIGHT IN SANTAS WORKSHOP

at EDEN COURT from 1620 DEC. Presented by Eden Court CREATIVE whove delighting sell-

out audiences with Ding Dong, Little Blue and Humm-Bug! in previous years, this should be

popular, so get your tickets early. Santas workshop is buzzing with business and everyone is

working hard to get ready in time for Christmas. But at night, whilst Santas little helpers sleep,

the workshop falls silent and the toys have a little fun of their own! Uh-oh

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TUE 02 DEC-SUN 04 JANALADDIN @ Eden Court,various times(Not 8/9/16/17& 25 Dec & 01 Jan)See main feature for more info.See THEATRE (p42-46) forfull Aladdin and ALL OTHERPANTO performances.

THU 04 DECSOFT PLAY EXTRAVAGANZA@ Strathpeffer Pavilion,

10am-4pm.Soft Play days inthe main hall for children from 1year old upwards. 4 per childpayable on the door adults

go free. Plus special childrensmenu in our Caf Bar for 5.

A TREASURE FOR CHRISTMAS:with WHISKERS & CAPN KATE@ IMAG, 4.30pm.With Local childrens bookauthor, Pauline MacKay, toread from her latest bookWhiskers and the Pieces ofEight. See ART feature, [email protected]

SUN 07 DECFROZEN DISCO@ The Ironworks, 3pm

facebook.com/WeeBoppersBabyDiscos

FRI 12 DECWINTER WONDERLAND2014 @ Whin Park, 6pm.One of the most popular nightsof the year for Toddlers andYoung Families in Invernessas Whin Park is transformedfor the arrival of Santa andhis reindeer. This free event isone of the most photographedof the year so dont forgetyour camera and wrap upwarm. Admission is free

SAT 13 DECWINTER WONDERLAND2014 @ Whin Park,4pm.As Fri 12 Dec.

SUN 14 DECWINTER WONDERLAND2014 @ Whin Park, 4pm.As Fri 12 Dec.

TUE 16 DECSTICKY KIDS CHRISTMASSINGALONG @ StrathpefferPavilion, 10am.Santa has sentMolly and Mac an invitation tocome to Lapland to performtheir Sticky Kids ChristmasSingalong an action-packedsingalong show for 2 6year olds. Lots of audience

participation and watch out forflying crackers! Tickets 6 fromthe Pavilion 01997 420124.

ONE NIGHT IN SANTASWORKSHOP @ Eden Court,12.30pm, 2pm, 3.30pm.Santas workshop is buzzingwith business and everyoneis working hard to get readyin time for Christmas. Butat night, whilst Santas littlehelpers sleep, the workshop

falls silent and the toys havea little fun of their own! Bringyour little ones along to seewhat Christmas magic comesalive whilst the rest of theworld is quietly slumbering...

WED 17SAT 20 DECONE NIGHT IN SANTASWORKSHOP @ Eden Court,11am, 12.30pm, 2pm,3.30pm.As Tue 16 Dec.

SAT 20 & SUN 21 DECSANTAS GROTTO@ Nevis Range Meet Santa ashe visits his Highland grotto,nestled at the top of AonachMor. Ride the gondola up tothe Snowgoose and enjoy thespectacular scenery as well asmeeting Santa in a real winterwonderland. 10am-4pm.

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MUSIC

Naturally, this months musical offerings will be mere diversions to the general

wassailing leading up to the jiggerypokery of Hogmanay. But there are still some gigs

thatll be drawing the crowds away from their festive preparations and indeed even

topping up the party spirit, beginning with DEACON BLUEat INVERNESS LEISURE on05 DEC. Their performance at Bella a couple of years back showed theyve still got a

huge fanbase and songs like Dignity and Real Gone Girl are wearing surprisingly

well, so expect everyone to go a bit bonkers.

The crowd will be bouncing equally enthusiastically when THE VATERSAY BOYSplayIRONWORKS on 13 DEC. The boys from the Isles do the Party With A Traditional

Soundtrack thing better than most and may even convince those whove written off

the genre as relentlessly fiddly-diddly that its still capable of lifting the heart.

A bit of festive rocknroll nostalgia at EDEN COURT from 1113 DEC with HOLLY ATCHRISTMASwherein tribute act BUDDY HOLLY AND THE CRICKETERS mix the mans

old hits with contemporary classics and Xmas favourites.

If you like your sounds a little more contemporary you cant go wrong with hot young

locals SCHNARFF SCHNARFFwho play their debut IRONWORKS show on 19 DECwith support from Glasgows FOREIGNFOXand local indie-rock act SEARCHING FORDONKEYS. The evening is rounded off with Inverness Indie/Alternative club nightINDIENESSkeeping things going until the early hours.

There are, of course, plenty of opportunities for a knees-up on Hogmanay itself,

most notably the RED HOT HIGHLAND FLINGat NORTHERN MEETING PARK. Nowpretty much a fixture in the festive calendar, 10,000+ people are expected to see

host CRAIG HILL [2](who appears to be after Highland residency status) introduceTHE RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS [1]with special guests MNRAN [4]and THE JULIEFOWLIS BAND [3].

HOOTANANNY should be packed to the rafters for their Hogmanay shindig featuring

THE BIG FAT ELECTRIC CEILIDH BANDand THE MYSTIC SHOES, while THE MARKETBAR opens its doors on 31 DEC for the first time since 2000 for celebrations featuring

JAMIE MARSHALL and THE DISCIPLES OF ROCK. Tickets for both of the above

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CLASSICALSAT 29 NOVMERLEWOOD @ Old HighChurch, Inverness, 12pm.The Ensemble will play avariety of classical music.

SAT 06 DECSCOTTISH ENSEMBLE: NIGHTAND DAY: CONCERTS BYCANDLELIGHT @ InvernessCathedral, 7.30pm.Mozart Eine kleineNachtmusik, K525Chopin Two Nocturnes (newarr. David Matthews)Steve MartlandEternitys SunriseBorodin Sinfonia for Strings(String Quartet No.2, arr.Lucas Drew). Celebratethe coming of Christmaswith Scottish Ensembles

atmospheric candlelit concert.

SUN 07 DECTROILUS ENSEMBLE @Inverness Cathedral, 3pm.Carols By Candlelight.

TUE 09 DECICM CONCERT SERIES:ALASDAIR BEATSON @Inverness Town House,7.30pm.Imaginative programwith a mix of popular works;Schubert : Piano Sonata

No 14 in A minor, D784;Ravel : Sonatine; Beethoven: Piano Sonata No 21 in Cmajor, Op 53, Waldstein,and a selection of miniaturesfrom the collections ofJtkok by Gyrgy Kurtg.

SAT 13 DECMURRAY MCLACHLAN @Nairn Comm Centre, 7.30pm.Murray McLachlan, (piano)makes a very welcomereturn to Nairn, playingBerkeley, Shostakovich,Lutoslawski, McLeod, Chopin.Tickets at door or MusicNairnmusicnairn.org.uk

SUN 14 DECELGIN CITY BAND @Elgin Asda, 1.30pm.

CHRISTMAS CAROLS @Strathpeffer Pavilion, 3pm.with Dingwall Choral Societyand the Invergordon Singers.

JAMES ROSS PRESENTSTHE MARVEL OF PERU @Brodie Castle, 3pm, 5pm.A variety of ChristmasCarols, Baroque and more

traditional pieces in a magical,musical performance.

WED 17 DECELGIN CITY BAND @Tesco Asda, 6.30pm.

THU 18 DECASTRID STRING QUARTET @Inverness Town House, 1pm.

SUN 21 DECELGIN CITY BAND @Tesco Asda, 1.30pm.

CLUBBINGWED 26 NOVTRADE AND TFIW THEWED SESH @ Vinyl, 10pm.Vinyl presents Trade theofficial Highland Staff Nightout and the official Wed SeshEvery Wednesday.

FRI 28 NOVFRIENDZY FRIDAYS @Vinyl, 9pm.Every Friday.

SAT 29 NOVCASCADA LIVE! @ Gs, 9pm.Performing her massivehits including: Everytime we

touch, Truly Madly Deeply,and Evacuate The Dancefloor,plus all her other hits! Dontmiss this massive night!gsinverness.com

SATURDAYS @ Vinyl,9pm.Playing 70s 80ssingalong hits all nightlong. Every Saturday.

SUN 30 NOVPRIDE @ Vinyl, 10.30pm.A new home for LGBT in theHighlands. DJ / Karaoke, FreeEntry and get a Pink Pound ifyou make it before 11.30pm.

SUN 28 DECPRIDE @ Vinyl, 10.30pm.As above.

FOLKFRI 28 NOVDAVE LEVON @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

THE BANJO LOUNGE 4 @ OldBridge Inn, Aviemore, 10pm.Hit after hit of banjo anddouble based fuelled covers.

SAT 29 NOVBLACKHEART @ CarnegieHall, Portmahomack,7.30pm.A new brand ofavant-garde ethereal folk.

THE BANJO LOUNGE 4 @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

THU 04 DECCAMAN @ Hootananny, 9pm.

FRI 05 DECTORRIDON @ The Ironworks,7.30pm.In the few yearssince their inception, Torridonhave built up a reputationfor rocking Festivalsthroughout Scotland.

SAT 06 DECCLAN DONALD SOCIETYOF THE HIGHLANDSAND ISLANDS CEILIDH@ Munlochy Village Hall,7.30pm.10, or 6 for

Members. ALL WELCOME.

FRI 12 DECNORTH SEA GAS @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SAT 13 DECTHE VATERSAY BOYS -CEILIDH DANCE @ TheIronworks, 7pm.Over thepast few years The VatersayBoys have been creating astir of madness and mayhemthroughout the WesternIsles and further afield.Playing to sellout crowds atthe Glasgow Barrowlandsand Belladrum Festival butLoopallu.thevatersayboys.com

NORTH SEA GAS @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

CHRISTMAS CEILIDH ANDTREE LIGHTS SWITCH-ON @

Carnegie Hall, Clashmore

SUN 14 DECIN THE WAKE OF NEILGUNN @ Glen UrquhartPublic Hall, 4pm.In 1937Neil Gunn sold his house,quit his job and went off inan old converted lifeboatfor a summer to inspire hiswriting; voyaging around theWestern Isles. He wrote aboutthe various communitieson the way, and went on tobecome one of Scotlands

most prolific and creativefiction writers. In May 2014composer Mike Vass retracedGunns steps, re-visitingthe communities Neil Gunnwrote about, performingcelebratory concerts thereand composing a new suite ofmusic which hes now touring.

OBI 5TH BIRTHDAY PARTY(PART 2) @ Old BridgeInn, Aviemore, 8.30pm.with Shooglenifty LIVE! Thissix-man band is creditedbeing the originators of acid-

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TUE 16 DECCHRISTMAS OPEN MICNIGHT @ GlachbegCroft, 7.30pm.

FRI 19 DECTHE SCONE FAIRIES @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SAT 20 DECTHE SCONE FAIRIES @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SUN 21 DECALAN FREW @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

WED 24 DECTHE SCONE FAIRIESAND ANNA MASSIE @

Hootananny, 9.30pm.

FRI 26 DECSARA BILLS AND THEHAS-BEENS @ The EagleBar, Plus support.

FULL TILT CEILIDH BAND@ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SAT 27 DECSCHIEHALLION @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

MON 29 DECMARC CLEMENT ANDCHARLIE MCKERRON @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

TUE 30 DECHOODJA @ Hootananny,9.30pm.

WED 31 DECHOGMANAY CEILIDH @Strathpeffer Pavilion, 8pm.The Pavilions famousfamily-friendly Hogmanay

hooley! A traditional ceilidhwith local performers TheCats Back and guests.

HOOTANANNY HOGMANAYEXTRAVGANZA @Hootananny, 9pm.Big FatElectric Ceilidh, Mystic

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RHYTHMNREEL - HOGMANAYBASH 2014/2015 @ TheIronworks, 9pm.After anamazing Hogmanay Bashbrining in 2014, Rhythmnreelare back for another massivenight to bring in 2015!

HOGMANAY CEILIDH @Nevis Centre, 9pm.

THE HOGMANAY HOOLIE@ Clachaig Inn, Glen Coe

JAZZ/WORLDSUN 30 NOVHIGHLAND HOTCLUB @The Market Bar, 10pm.

THU 04 DECGENTLE JAZZ @ InvernessTown House, 1pm.Nostalgicmelodies; slightly swingingsongs. Featuring NigelMackenzie at the piano,with My Favourite Things one more tune fromthe 2014 repertoire.

SUN 28 DECHIGHLAND HOTCLUB @The Market Bar, 10pm.

ROCKMON 24 NOVROBIN ABBOT @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

TUE 25 NOVTHE RED DIRT SKINNERS@ The Market Bar, 10pm.

WED 26 NOVFERGUS AND GREG @The Market Bar, 10pm.

THU 27 NOVF**K ART LETS DANCE@ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

ROBIN BILLS AND DEREK@ The Market Bar, 10pm.

FRI 28 NOVSTANLEY ODD @ TheIronworks, 7.30pm.Alternative Scottish hip-hopband Stanley Odd commenton aspects of society andculture ranging from ScottishIndependence to quality of

life to the inexplicable rise ofRobin Thicke. stanleyodd.com

ROBIN AND BILLS @The Eagle Bar, 8pm.

DAVY COWAN @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

WOODENTOOTH/HELLO FUTURE @ MadHatters, 10pm.

SAT 29 NOVTHE ANDY GUNN BAND @The Greenhouse , 2pm.

THE SPRINGSTEENSESSIONS @ The Ironworks,8pm.Bruce SpringsteenTribute Act. Expect a greatnight out with The Bosss hits.

DAVY AND THE HOSEBEAST@ The Eagle Bar, 8pm.

JUMPIN HOT CLUB NIGHT@ Mad Hatters, 10pm.with Shiverin Sheiksand DJ Ross Smith.

THE GALIPAYGOS @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

MON 01 DECROBIN ABBOT @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

TUE 02 DECANDY DUNCAN @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

WED 03 DECTIM HOLEHOUSE @

The Market Bar, 10pm.

THU 04 DECROBIN BILLS AND DEREK@ The Market Bar, 10pm.

FRI 05 DEC

DEACON BLUE @Inverness Leisure, 7pm.

MON KAY MON @ TheEagle Bar, 8pm.

THE SIGNAL @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.Local punks. Ace.

VICTORIAN TROUTCONSPIRACY @ MadHatters, 10pm.Ten-piecehigh energy ska/funkcombo from Edinburgh.

SAT 06 DECLAS VEGAS PARTY NIGHT@ Macdonald AviemoreResort, 7pm.08448799152

OASIS UK - OASIS TRIBUTE@ The Ironworks, 7.30pm.Re-live highlights from oneof Britains most iconicbands, and with their Brit-pop

documentary running pre-show and in the interval.

START STATIC @ TheEagle Bar, 8pm.

TED CHRISTOPHER @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

ANGUS MUNRO/ CABCOLLECTIVE @ MadHatters, 10pm.

SUN 07 DEC

BEN AND EMILY @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.


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TUE 09 DECBEN AND EMILY @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

WED 10 DECFERGUS AND GREG @The Market Bar, 10pm.

THU 11 DECHOLLY AT CHRISTMAS

@ Eden Court OneTouch,7.30pm.Buddy Holly andthe Cricketers once againcelebrate the festive seasonat Eden Court. Hear all thehits: Thatll Be The Day,Peggy Sue, Heartbeat, ItDoesnt Matter Anymore,Raining In My Heart, Oh Boy!and much, much more.

THE NEW MADRIDS @Hootananny, 9pm.Americana,Blues, Country Rock andSoul from the Perth band.


FRI 12 DECFRIDAY NIGHT CHRISTMASPARTY @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort, 7pm.08448799152

HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS@ Eden Court OneTouch,7.30pm.As Thu 11 Dec.

PRESS TO MECO @The Eagle Bar, 8pm.

DAVY AND THE HOSEBEAST@ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SAT 13 DECABBA PARTY NIGHT @Macdonald Aviemore Resort,7pm.08448799152

YULE GIG WITHINVERNESSGIGS @Strathpeffer Pavilion,7pm.An array of Highland

musical talent on twoseparate stages. With MIR,The Ragazzi, Autumn Sun,Alice Bentley, Rory andRobin (The Rites), JakeCameron and Sean Stuart.

HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS@ Eden Court OneTouch,7.30pm.As Thu 11 Dec.

OBI 5TH BIRTHDAY PARTY@ Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore,7.30pm.Double headerbirthday celebration, withDJs galore on the Fridaynight, including residentsOC and The Wook.

THE MOON KIDS @The Eagle Bar, 8pm.

DISCO @ Royal BritishLegion, Grantown onSpey, 9.30pm.

DONNIE LIVINGSTONE @The Market Bar, 10pm.

SUN 14 DECTHE CAB COLLECTIVE @The Market Bar, 10pm.CABCollective are a four piece

original and covers bandbased in Morzine, France.


TUE 16 DECTG ELIAS @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

WED 17 DECSTEVE EAGLESHAM @The Market Bar, 10pm.

THU 18 DECASHLEY AND THECOSMONAUTS @ MadHatters, 9pm.Popular localact who always impress.


FRI 19 DECSCHNARFF SCHNARFF VSINDIENESS @ The Ironworks,8pm.One of the highlands

hottest acts SCHNARFFSCHNARFF announce theirdebut Ironworks headlineshow with support fromGlasgows Foreignfoxand local indie-rock actSearching for Donkeys.

FRIDAY NIGHT CHRISTMASPARTY @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort, 7pm.

THE HOSTILES @ TheEagle Bar, 8pm.

THE WHISKYS/ BITE NIGHT@ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

STETSONHEAD @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

SAT 20 DECLAS VEGAS PARTYNIGHT @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort, 7pm.

THE MYSTIC SHOES @The Market Bar, 10pm.

SPRING BRAKE/ AUTUMNSUN @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

GTS BOOS BAND @Clachaig Inn, 9pm.


TUE 23 DECJAMES MACKENZIE @The Market Bar, 10pm.

SILVER COAST @ MadHatters, 10pm.

WED 24 DECBITE NIGHT @ The

Market Bar, 10pm.

SAT 27 DECTHEY DROVE BY NIGHT@ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

THE GALIPAYGOS @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

THE IRONWORKS WINTERSHOWCASE @ The Ironworks,8pm.Lionel, Medals, WeCame From The North, SpokeToo Soon, Atlas, all take to

the Ironworks stage as part ofthis years Winter Showcase.

SUN 28 DECTHE IRONWORKS WINTERSHOWCASE : ACOUSTIC@ The Ironworks, 7pm.Megan Blyth, Craig Robertson,Hollie Atkinson, JosephineSillars, Imogen Islay Hay,in a stunning showcase ofemerging songwriting talent.

NETSOUNDS VS DETOUREND OF YEAR GIGS @

Hootananny, 9.30pm.Iain Mclaughlin And TheOutsiders, Blood Relatives,Pronto Mama, CatholicAction + more!

MON 29 DECROCK N WRESTLE FESTIVEPARTY @ Mad Hatters,10pm.Toby MichaelsRolling Damned + guests!

ROBIN ABBOT @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

TUE 30 DECLITTLE MILL OF HAPPINESS@ The Market Bar, 10pm.

WED 31 DECRED HOT HIGHLAND FLING2014 @ Northern MeetingPark,Join The Red HotChilli Pipers; award winningtraditional and contemporaryband Manran, and the JulieFowlis Band and host CraigHill to welcome in the NewYear in the Highland capitalthis year. The family-friendlyoutdoor concert on the banks

of the River Ness is precededby The Wee Hot HighlandFling Family Festival earlierin the day for the youngermembers of the family!

JAMIE MARSHALL ANDTHE DISCIPLES OF ROCK@ The Market Bar, 10pm.The Market Bar opens onHogmanay for the first timesince 2000! Ticketed event.

STETSONHEAD @ TheMarket Bar, 10pm.

EZRA @ Johnny Foxes

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Paul:Aztec Camera Hot Club Of Christ

The Waitresses Christmas Wrapping

Run DMC Christmas In Hollis

Cristina Things Fall Apart

The Pretenders 2000 Miles

Nikki:Bon Jovi Please Come Home For Christmas

Shakin Stevens Merry Christmas EveryoneBand Aid Do They Know Its Christmas

The Pogues & Kirsty McColl Fairytale of New York

East 17 Stay Another Day

Gareth:The Pogues & Kirsty McColl Fairytale of New York

The Holly & The Ivy (carol)

In The Bleak Midwinter (carol)

Garth Brooks Silent Night

Hark The Herald Angels Sing (carol)

Rita:Jim Reeves Silver Bells

Hark The Herald Angels Sing (carol)

Martha Wainwright & The Rebel Jesus

Ella Fitzgerald Santa Baby

Kate Bush December Will Be Magic

Garry James, Highlands Fashion week:Mariah Carey All I Want For Christmas Is You

Wham! Last Christmas

Shakin Stevens Merry Christmas Everyone

Leona Lewis One More Sleep

Band Aid 20 Do They Know Its Christmas?

Steve Robertson, 2010 Management:John Lennon Happy Xmas (War Is Over)

James Brown Soulful Christmas

Frank Sinatra Silent Night

The Fall Hark The Herald Angels Sing

Eels Everythings Gonna Be Cool This Christmas

Graham:The Raveonettes The Christmas Song

Bishop Allen Youll Never Find My ChristmasFlaming Lips A Change At Christmas(Say It Isnt So)

Surfjan Stevens That Was The Worst Christmas Ever!

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MR. TURNER (12A)FRI 05 THU 11 DECFRIENDS COFFEEMORNING MON 08 DEC 11.30

SUBTITLED SCREENING THU 11 DEC 18.00

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UK I 2014 I 150 mins I facebook.com/MrTurnerFilm

Timothy Spall is magnificent asJ.W.Turner in Mike Leighs acclaimed biopic of Britains greatest artist.Focusing on the later years of Turners life, Leigh paints apicture of the paradox of such an ordinary-seeming man being responsible for such visionary art.

THE HOBBIT:THE BATTLE OF THE FIVE ARMIES (12A TBC)FRI 12 WED 31 DECSUBTITLED SCREENING MON 15 DEC 19.00 & TUE 30 DEC 19.00

Director Peter Jackson I Starring Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Benedict Cumberbatch

New Zealand/USA I 2014 I TBC mins I thehobbit.comThe Dwarves of Erebor have reclaimed the vast wealth of their homeland, but now must face theconsequences of having unleashed the terrifying Dragon, Smaug, upon the defenseless men, women and

children of Lake-town. Now the races of Dwarves, Elves and Men must decide unite or be destroyed.Peter Jackson brings the brilliantHobbit trilogy to an epic conclusion with an unforgettable showdown.

PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR (U)FRI 19 THU 31 DECAUTISM FRIENDLY SCREENING SAT 20 DEC 14.00

Directors Eric Darnell, Simon J. Smith I Voices Tom McGrath, Chris Miller, Christopher Knights

USA I 2014 I 92 mins I madagascar.dreamworks.comAn elite undercover task force led by the handsome and husky Agent Classified (voiced by BenedictCumberbatch) must stop the villainous Dr Octavius Brine before he destroys the world as we know it.

UNBROKEN (CERT TBC)FRI 26 DEC THU08 JANSUBTITLED SCREENING SUN 04 JAN

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Director Angelina Jolie I Starring Jack O'Connell, Domhnall Gleeson, Jai Courtney

USA I 2014 I TBC mins I unbrokenmovie.co.ukAcademy Award winner Angelina Jolie directs and produces this epic true drama which tells the storyof the incredible life of Louis Zamperini. When his plane crashed during World War II he, along withtwo other crewmen, survived in a raft for 47 days only to be caught by the Japanese Navy and sentto a prisoner-of-war camp. Adapted from Laura Hillenbrands hugely popular novel of the same nameUnbroken is an inspiring story of the resilient power of the human spirit.

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CERTIFICATES Films rated (12+), (15+) are documentaries without BBFC classifications, these are our recommended age suitability ratings.Films rated (CERT TBC) can be checked nearer screening dates or at bbfc.co.uk

LIVE CINEMATHE OLD VIC'S THE CRUCIBLE (12+)

THU 04 & SUN 07 DEC

Director Yal Farber

Starring Richard Armitage, Samantha Colley

210mins (includes 15min interval)

thecrucibleonscreen.com

Richard Armitage stars in Arthur Millers classic American

drama, based on Salems infamous witch trials,brought vividly to life in this visceral new production byinternationally acclaimed director Yal Farber.

Seat price 14.00 / Reduced Rates 12.00

NIGHT TRAIN TO LISBON (12A)

FRI 26 WED 31 DEC

Director Bille August I Starring Jeremy Irons, Charlotte Rampling, Mlanie Laurent

Germany/Switzerland/Portugal I 2013 I 111 mins I nighttrain-film.com

A Swiss professor rescues a woman from attempted suicide and takes her back to his universitybut soon after she disappears, leaving behind her coat. The pocket contains an obscure book anda ticket for a train to Lisbon that is departing in just 15 minutes. On the spur of the moment, theprofessor decides to use the ticket in order to unravel the mystery of the suicidal woman. Aspellbinding thriller from esteemed Danish director Bille August (Pelle The Conqueror, The House

of the Spirits) .

PADDINGTON (CERT TBC)

FRI 26 DEC SUN 04 JAN & SAT 10 SUN 11 JANAUTISM FRIENDLY SCREENING SAT 10 JAN

Director Paul King I Starring Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins

UK/France/Canada I 2014 I TBC mins I paddington.com

When an earthquake destroys his home in Peru, a very polite bear sneaks on board a boat boundfor England, in search of a better life. Arriving alone at Paddington Station he soon finds that citylife is not all at all what he had imagined. That is until the friendly Brown family take him undertheir wing and name him Paddington. Michael Bons beloved creation finally makes his big

screen debut in this magical adventure for all the family.

BEN RIVERS SELECTION: CULT & ARTISTS SCI-FIPart of a UK touring programme of cult and artists' Sci-Fi, curated by film-maker

Ben Rivers and presented by CINECITY for Film Hub South East. Supported by

the BFI awarded funds from the national lottery.

THE TENTH VICTIM LA DECIMA VITTIMA (15+) THU 04 DEC

Director Elio Petri I Starring Marcello Mastroianni, Ursula Andress I Italy/France I 1965 I 92 minsItalian with subtitles

A flamboyant, futuristic fantasy in the 1960s pop-art, sci-fi vein of Barbarella and ModestyBlaise, Petris late-night cult classic is set in a 21st century where war and aggression havebeen replaced by a game of legalised murder called 'The Big Hunt.

INVERNESS FILM FANS invernessfilmfans.orgTHE SEVENTH SEAL DET SJUNDE INSEGLET (PG) TUE 02 DECDirector Ingmar Bergman I Starring Max von Sydow, Gunnar Bjrnstrand I Sweden I 1957 I 92 mins I Swedish and Latin with subtitles

Ingmar Bergmans iconic and much imitated film about a knight and his squire who return from the crusades to find the Black Death sweeping the country.Confronted by the Grim Reaper the knight challenges Death to a fateful game of chess for his life.

FARGO (18) TUE 16 DECDirectors Joel Coen, Ethan Coen I Starring William H. Macy, Frances McDormand, Steve Buscemi I USA/UK I 1996 I 97 mins

One of the Coen Brothers finest and best loved films, follows struggling car salesman Jerry Lundegaard's bungled attempts at embezzlement and kidnapping.

THE BLUE ANGEL DER BLAUE ENGEL(PG) TUE 30 DECDirector Josef von Sternberg I Starring Emil Jannings, Marlene Dietrich I Germany I 1930 I 108 mins I German and English with subtitles

Marlene Dietrich introduced her theme song Falling in Love Again and shot to international fame on the strength of her performance as seductress Lola Frohlichin Josef von Sternberg's classic story of love and obsession.

BFI SCI-FI SEASON: DAYS OF FEAR AND WONDER

DOUBLE-BILLThis winter BFIs new season celebrates all things weird and wonderful with some of thegreatest characters of sci-fi film. Find out more at bfi.org.uk/sci-fi-days-fear-wonder

THE MAN FROM PLANET X (CERT TBC) SUN 14 DECDirector Edgar G. Ulmer I Starring Robert Clarke, Margaret Field, Raymond Bond I USA I 1951 I 70 mins

DEVIL GIRL FROM MARS (U) SUN 14 DEC

Director David MacDonald I Starring Patricia Laffan, Hugh McDermott, Hazel Court I UK I 1955 I 77 mins

Double-bill ticket for The Man From Planet Xand Devil Girl From Mars 10.00 / Reduced Rate 9.00

WW1 SEASONTo commemorate the centenary ofthe outbreak of WWI, the BFI National Archive has restoredone of the finest films of the British silent era a thrilling reconstruction of two decisive navalbattles from the early stages of the conflict.

THE BATTLES OF CORONEL ANDFALKLAND ISLANDS (PG)SUN 14 & WED 17 DEC

Director Walter Summers I Starring Roger Maxwell, Craighall Sherry I UK I 1927 I 100 mins

JOYEUX NOL (12) SAT 27 MON 29 DECDirector Christian Carion I Starring Diane Kruger, Guillaume Canet, Daniel Bruhl

France/Germany/UK/Belgium/Romania/Norway I 2005 I 115 minsFrench, German, English and Latin with subtitles

Based on the incredible true story of the truce between French, Scottish and German soldiers onChristmas Day, 1914.

GREEK FILM FESTIVALTHE REHEARSAL (15+) SAT 06 DECDirector Jules Dassin I Starring Melina Mercouri, Arthur Miller,Laurence Olivier, Olympia Dukakis

UK/Greece I 1974 I 92 mins I English & Greek with English Subtitles

In a print from the Greek Film Archive, this is a chance to seeDassins favourite of all his films.

45M (15+) SUN 07 DECDirector Stratos Tzitzis I Starring Efi Logginou, Rania Ekonomidou,

Antinoos AlbanisGreece I 2010 I 80 mins

23 year old Christina finds independence from her parents bymoving out and renting a 45m apartment.

NT LIVE: JOHN (18)

LIVE TUE 09 DECENCORE SUN 28 DEC

Director Lloyd Newson

Starring Taylor Benjamin, Lee Boggess

120 mins I ntlive.nationaltheatre.org.uk

One of Europes most innovative dance companies,DV8 Physical Theatre, bring their extraordinary andpowerful new production to the National Theatre.

JOHN is the story of one mans life of crime, drug

use, love, sex and survival.


ROYAL OPERA HOUSE: ALICESADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND(LIVE BALLET) TUE 16 DECComposer Joby Talbot I Conductor David Briskin

Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon

Starring Lauren Cuthbertson, Federico Bonelli

175mins approx (Ballet in 3 acts, includes 2 intervals)

more2screen.com

Christopher Wheeldons full-length ballet based onLewis Carrolls novel features an instantly recognisable

cast of characters, including a tap-dancing Mad Hatter,a tetchy White Rabbit and a raucously bad-temperedQueen of Hearts.


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AUDIO DESCRIBED & SUBTITLED FILMS We endeavour to offer as wide a range of accessible film screeningsas possible. When a film is marked this means that Audio Description is available via a headset for allscreenings (please ask box office for your headset). When a film is marked this means there will be aselected Subtitled screening/screenings. Subtitled Screenings will be highlighted on the timetable andbelow the film entry.

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friends and carers. During these shows low lights are left on in the auditorium and the volume of thesoundtrack is reduced. It is fine for customers to move around, make noise or take a break during the film.

DEC 2014Mon 01

19.00 The Imitation Game19.15 Fury

Tue 02

10.00 Tante Hilda French Film Festival11.30 The Imitation Game19.15 The Seventh Seal InFiFa19.30 Fury

Wed 03

11.30 Fury14.00 The Imitation Game18.00 The Imitation Game19.15 Les Combattants French Film Festival20.15 Fury

Thu 04

11.30 The Imitation Game14.00 Fury18.30 Warren Millers No Turning Back19.15 The Old Vic: The Crucible20.30 The Tenth Victim

Fri 05

17.30 Haider18.00 My Old Lady

20.15 Mr. Turner20.30 The Drop

Sat 06

11.00 The Boxtrolls11.30 My Old Lady14.00 Mr. Turner14.15 The Boxtrolls

Autism Friendly Screening18.00 Mr. Turner18.15 The Rehearsal Greek Film Festival20.30 The Drop20.45 My Old Lady

Sun 07

11.00 My Old Lady11.15 The Boxtrolls13.15 The Old Vic: The Crucible13.30 The Drop

16.45 Mr. Turner17.00 45m Greek Film Festival19.00 Haider19.45 Mr. Turner

Mon 08

11.30 Mr. TurnerFriends Coffee Morning

18.00 Mr. Turner18.15 Still The Enemy Within20.30 The Drop20.45 My Old Lady

Tue 09

11.30 Mr. Turner17.30 My Old Lady18.00 The Drop20.00 NT Live: JOHN Live20.15 Mr. Turner

Wed 10

11.30 My Old Lady14.00 The Drop14.15 The Drop18.00 Still The Enemy Within19.15 Mr. Turner20.15 Mr. Turner

Thu 11

11.30 The Drop14.00 My Old Lady18.00 Mr. Turner Subtitled

18.15 Still The Enemy Within20.30 The Drop20.45 My Old Lady

Fri 12

14.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.15 Winter Sleep

Sat 13

11.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies11.30 The Book of Life14.00 The Book of Life15.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies17.00 Open Bethlehem19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.15 Winter Sleep

Sun 14

11.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies11.30 The Book of Life14.00 The Man From Planet X14.30 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies15.00 Open Bethlehem16.00 Devil Girl From Mars18.00 Winter Sleep19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.15 The Battles Of Coronel And

Falkland Islands

Mon 15

18.00 Open Bethlehem19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies

Subtitled19.15 Winter Sleep20.15 Bicycle

Tue 16

11.00 Winter Sleep19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.15 The Royal Ballet Live:

Alices Adventures In Wonderland19.30 Fargo InFiFa

Wed 17

11.30 The Battles Of Coronel AndFalkland Islands

14.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.15 Winter Sleep

Thu 18

11.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies

19.15 Winter Sleep

Fri 19

11.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies11.30 Penguins Of Madagascar14.00 Penguins Of Madagascar18.00 What We Did On Our Holidays18.15 The Way He Looks19.15 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies20.15 The Homesman20.30 Nightcrawler

Sat 20

11.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies11.30 Penguins Of Madagascar13.30 The Homesman14.00 Penguins Of Madagascar

Autism Friendly Screening15.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies18.00 What We Did On Our Holidays18.15 Nightcrawler19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies20.15 The Homesman20.30 The Way He Looks

Sun 21

11.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies11.30 Penguins Of Madagascar13.15 Nightcrawler14.00 Penguins Of Madagascar15.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies16.45 Its A Wonderful Life17.15 The Homesman

19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.30 The Way He Looks19.45 What We Did On Our Holidays

Mon 22

11.00 Penguins Of Madagascar13.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies13.30 Its A Wonderful Life14.00 Penguins Of Madagascar18.00 Its A Wonderful Life18.15 What We Did On Our Holidays19.15 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies20.30 The Homesman20.45 The Way He Looks

Tue 23

11.00 Penguins Of Madagascar11.30 The Homesman13.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies

14.00 Penguins Of Madagascar14.30 What We Did On Our Holidays17.00 Its A Wonderful Life18.00 The Homesman Subtitled19.15 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies20.00 What We Did On Our Holidays20.30 Nightcrawler

Wed 24

11.00 Penguins Of Madagascar11.15 What We Did On Our Holidays11.30 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies13.15 Penguins Of Madagascar16.30 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies17.00 The Homesman17.15 It's A Wonderful Life

Thu 25

Merry Christmas!

Fri 26

11.00 Penguins Of Madagascar12.00 Its A Wonderful Life13.00 Unbroken14.00 Paddington16.30 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 117.00 Unbroken18.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies19.15 Night Train To Lisbon19.45 Unbroken

Sat 27

11.30 Paddington13.00 The Hunger Games:

Mockingjay, Part 1 Subtitled13.30 Unbroken14.00 Penguins Of Madagascar17.15 Joyeux Nol17.30 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 117.45 Unbroken19.30 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies20.15 Night Train To Lisbon20.30 Unbroken

Sun 28

11.30 Penguins Of Madagascar12.45 Unbroken13.15 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 114.00 Paddington16.30 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies16.45 Unbroken

17.15 Night Train To Lisbon19.30 Unbroken19.45 Joyeux Nol20.00 NT Live: JOHN Encore

Mon 29

11.30 Paddington13.15 The Hunger Games:

Mockingjay, Part 114.00 Penguins Of Madagascar18.00 Unbroken18.15 Joyeux Nol19.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies20.30 Unbroken20.45 Night Train To Lisbon

Tue 30

11.00 Penguins Of Madagascar

11.30 Night Train To Lisbon14.00 Paddington14.15 Unbroken14.30 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 119.00 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies

Subtitled19.15 The Blue Angel InFiFa19.30 Unbroken

Wed 31

11.00 Paddington11.30 Unbroken12.00 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 113.30 Penguins Of Madagascar17.15 The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies18.00 Unbroken18.15 Night Train To Lisbon

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After its initial incarnation earlier this year was judged a roaring success, HIGHLANDSFASHION WEEKis back in various venues around town from 0106 DEC with someinteresting initiatives up its (perfectly tailored) sleeve.

Like the campaign to Bring Back The Cape. That being the Inverness Cape, assported by Sherlock and his contemporaries but due for what the HFW organiserscall a revamp to make it current and on trend. With that in mind Project BBTCwill be running throughout the week with celebrity endorsements and the launch ofan exclusive collection. Lets hope Cumberbatch pays his dues and gets involvedsomewhere along the way.

Thats just one of the attractions in store during the week, others including a rangeof masterclasses, a talk at IG:LU on How To Be A Fashion Bloggerand even a pop-up store. The whole shebang concludes with a fashion show at the GLENMORISTONTOWNHOUSE HOTEL featuring a range of local and national designers, showcasingthe best in new fashion and aiming to put the Highlands on the fashionista map.The show will feature models initially chosen from a no make-up selfie competition

headed up by local Lydia Francis.

GARRY JAMES, from the event organiser We Are Giraffe says, I am extremely happythat Highlands Fashion Week is back for a Winter edition, giving designers, modelsand local businesses the chance to showcase their work to a brand new audience.

The support from the locals for the first Highlands Fashion Week was amazing, and wejust hope that it continues and people will get behind this week too.

Garry adds, The models this year are a combination of old and new faces, but the

team is still the same. We put the girls through some rigorous model training, andLydia is the one who has come out on top. I really believe she has a bright careerahead of her and we have a few projects planned for the future together.

Tickets for events are limited so visit www.highlandsfashionweek.com for moreinformation and to book.

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MON 24 NOVTRADE WINDS SOLO ROUNDBRITAIN @ Boat Of GartenComm Hall, 7.30pm. Talk.

WED 26 NOVWINTER FAYRE @ InvernessRoyal Academy, 7pm.

HIGH PASTURE CAVE,

SKYE: FINAL THOUGHTSAND INTERPRETATIONS@ Dingwall CommCentre, 7.30pm.Talk.

THU 27 NOVINVERNESSMOUNTAINEERING CLUBMEETING @ HeathmountHotel, 9.30pm.Detailsabout the club from:invernessmc.comOr email: [email protected] Thursday.

ART AND CRAFT FAIR @ TheOld Brewery, Cromarty.7pm

AVALANCHE AWARENESS@ Craigdon MountainSports, Inverness,InvernessBackcountry Snowsports Clubtalk. Learn about avalancheawareness, terrain knowledgeand what you should knowwhen in the winter hills. Opento non-members, Free.ibsc.org.uk

FRI 28 NOVCHRISTMAS LADIESEVENING @ Eden Court, 7pm.Alzheimer Scotland ladiesfundraising evening. Localstring quartet, Animato,provide entertainment andthere will be lots of craftstalls, from jewellery to wallart, kids toys to cupcakes.Something for everyone and a

chance to get something thatbit different for your familyand friends this Christmas.To book your ticket contactElma on 07796 673130,or [email protected]

ART AND CRAFT FAIR@ The Old Brewery,Cromarty, 10am-6pm

CULBOKIE CHRISTMAS FAIR@ Culbokie Primary School,6.30pm.A traditional fair with

lots of childrens activitiesand the chance to see Santa.Also an opportunity to dosome Christmas shoppingfrom a selection of local foodand craft stalls. A great tripout for the whole family.

SAT 29 NOVHIGHLAND HOSPICEANNIVERSARY BALL(SAINTS AND SINNERS) @Drumossie Hotel, 6.30pm.Music from the Red Hot ChilliPipers and Scooty and theSkyhooks will be performingon the night. For tickets or infocontact Amanda on 01463

227913 or email [email protected]

FAIRTRADE BAZAAR @Inverness Town House,10.30am-3pm.Shop ethicallyfor cards, gifts and food forChristmas. Also refreshments,cupcakes, coffee tasting and2 drumming performances.

AVIEMORE CHRISTMASMARKET @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort.VisitSanta and his reindeer athis Highland home, takepart in family activities andenjoy a great selection offestive food and drinks.

ART AND CRAFT FAIR@ The Old Brewery,Cromarty, 10am-5pm.

CREATIVE MORAY FIRTHCHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR@ Nairn Comm Centre,10am-4pm.Unique gifts forall the family and Christmas

fun for all. Over 30 craftstalls selling beautiful andunique crafts and goods.Refreshments available.

BRODIE CASTLE CHRISTMASFAIR @ Brodie Castle,10am-4pm.Winter wonderlandof crafts and foods.

CHRISTMAS FAIR @ FarrCommunity Hall, 10am-2pmChristmas baking, Christmascrafts, local craft tables,

some charity tables,brownie and guide crafts.

CHRISTMAS FAYRE @ NessBank Church, 10am.Variousstalls (cake and candy,crafts, bottle, childrensgames) and teas and coffeesin aid of church funds.

SUN 30 NOVART AND CRAFT FAIR@ The Old Brewery,Cromarty, 10am-5pm.

CHRISTMAS FAIR @ BrodieCastle.As Sat 29 Nov.

CHRISTMAS MARKET@ Macdonald AviemoreResort.As Sat 29 Nov.

MON 01 DECHIGHLANDS FASHIONWEEK: POP UP STORELAUNCH @ Bar One, 6pm.highlandsfashionweek.com

HIGHLANDS FASHION WEEK:I WANNA BE A FASHIONBLOGGER @ IG:LU, 6pm.Do you want to be a fashionblogger but do not know

where to begin? Well, why notbook your place on our crashcourse for fashion blogging,where some industry expertswill share their tips of thetrade on how they got startedand what to avoid. Make sureyou bring along your laptopor tablet for this class.highlandsfashionweek.com

WORLD AIDS DAYCOMMUNITY EVENT@ Eden Court

TUE 02 DECHIGHLANDS FASHION WEEK:ACCESSORIES EXHIBITION@ IG:LU, 2pm-6pm.Showcasing an exhibitionof the best accessoriesfrom all over Scotland.highlandsfashionweek.com

CHANGING LANDSCAPEOF ORKNEY IN EARLYPREHISTORY @ LovatArms Hotel, 7.30pm.Talk by Caroline Wickham-

Jones. nosas.co.uk

HIGHLANDS FASHION WEEK:MAKE-UP AND SKINCARETUTORIAL @ IG:LU, 7.30pm.By two local businessesZaza and Cruz, who are alocal make-up company andserenity beauty boutique.The tutorial will featuresome tips and hints onyour own personal make-upand skincare regimes andhow to improve your look.highlandsfashionweek.com

ABERNETHY NATIONALNATURE RESERVE. WHOOWNS THIS LAND? @Culloden Library, 7.30pm.Scottish Ornithologists Clubtalk by Desmond Dugan.3/ 4 non members.

WED 03 DECINVERNESS COLLEGE UHIOPEN DAY @ InvernessCollege Longman Road, 5pm.

THU 04 DECFABERGE AT THE COURTOF THE TSAR @ SmithtonCulloden Free Church, 2pm.NADFAS talk by

Nicholas Merchant. Fulldetails hdfas.org

HIGHLANDS FASHIONWEEK: ADULT MODELMASTERCLASS @ IG:LU,8pm.Do you want to betrained by our team and putthrough your paces for themodelling industry? if so,then why dont you sign upto our model masterclasses,where you will learn tipsand tricks from the industry.Your will get a trial of our

programme on how weprepare our models for theindustry and loads more.highlandsfashionweek.comfor more info and to book.

FRI 05 DECARTS, CRAFTS ANDFOOD FAIR @ EdenCourt, 1pm-8pm.ByExclusively Highlands. FreeAdmission. SupportingInverness MS Centre.01381 621962

exclusivelyhighlands.co.uk

HIGHLANDS FASHIONWEEK: DRESS INVERNESS@ IG:LU, 6pm.Free femalestyling class. Tips on howto style yourself and whatclothing suits your shape.There will be the opportunityto win a special outfit too.highlandsfashionweek.comfor more info and to book.

A BOAT FESTIVAL, A COBLE

AND THE KING OF FISH @Nairn Free Church, 7.30pm.Portsoys adventures withits maritime heritage.Nairn Literary InstituteTalk by Lorna Summers.

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HIGHLANDS FASHIONWEEK: HAIR TUTORIAL @IG:LU, 8pm.Join our chosenhair designers on this freemasterclass where theywill tell you about the latestindustry trends, and thenshow you how to incorporatethem into your everyday life.highlandsfashionweek.comformore information and to book.

SAT 06 DECEPILEPSY AWARENESS INFOPOINT @ Tesco Ness Side,Inverness, 9.30am-6pmTalk to people who haveepilepsy and get information.

CHRISTMAS ART AND CRAFTMARKET @ Iona GalleryKingussie,10am-4pm

AVIEMORE CHRISTMASMARKET @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort.

As Sat 29 Nov.

INVERNESS FARMERSMARKET @ EastgatePrecinct, 9.30am-3.30pmVariety of stalls selling quality,local produce including baking,cheese, fruit, vegetables,meat, eggs as well ascrafts and much more.

ARTS, CRAFTS ANDFOOD FAIR @ Eden Court,10am-5pm. As Fri 05 Dec,

KINGUSSIE CHRISTMASFESTIVAL @ Kingussie, 12pm.Celebration of Christmas -free mulled wine and tastymorsels in the shops,pony and trap rides, roastchestnuts. Christmas Lightsswitch on and pipe band.

HIGHLANDS FASHION WEEK:FASHION SHOW FINALE @Glenmoriston Hotel, 7.30pm.For more info and detailson how to book visit:highlandsfashionweek.com

SUN 07 DECCHRISTMAS ART AND CRAFTMARKET @ Iona GalleryKingussie, as Sat 06 Dec.

AVIEMORE CHRISTMASMARKET @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort.As Sat 29 Nov.

PAVILION MARKETPLACE@ Strathpeffer Pavilion,9am-1pm, Find a bargain

among the vintage,second-hand and pre-loved items on offer.

ARTS, CRAFTS ANDFOOD FAIR @ Eden Court,10am-5pm. As Fri 05 Dec,

MON 08 DECICELAND: A LAND OF WATERBATTLES? @ HighlandCouncil Chamber, 7.30pm.Royal Scottish GeographicalSociety lecture. ProfessorCrofts describes how,despite the popular viewthat Iceland is the land ofice and fire, water is themain commodity and the

source of many environmentvs development disputes.Roger illustrates his talk withexamples from the interiordesert, the great wetlandareas, and the developmentof the aluminium industryin this amazing country.Admission: Adults 8; freefor students, under 18sand RSGS members.

AN AERIAL TOUR OF THEBLACK ISLE @ SeaforthLodge, 7.30pm.Talk by Gary

Williamson. Organised byFortrose and RosemarkieLocal History Group. Furtherdetails from spanglefish.

TUE 09 DECPINK CASTLE PHILOSOPHYCLUB CHRISTMASCRACKER @ RiversideLounge, Glen Mhor Hotel,7.30pm.And plans for2015. LGBT friendly group.

WED 10 DECTHE ROSE STREETFOUNDRY @ MillburnAcademy Hall, 7.30pm.Talk by Eileen MacAskill.Organised by Inverness FieldClub, further details frominvernessfieldclub.org.uk

HERITAGE AND NATURALHISTORY OF THECALEDONIAN CANAL @ NairnCommunity and Art Centre,7.30pm.Highland RockGarden Club talk by StephenWiseman. For info call John

Owen on 01320 366246.

THU 11 DECFESTIVE FAVOURS @Inverness Museum and ArtGallery, 4pm.Come and getChristmas crafty at this after-

school drop-in activity for allthe young at heart. Makeyour own Christmas heartdecorations and get glitzydecorating gingerbread ladsand lassies. Mince pies andjuice and Christmas cheer willalso be in plentiful supply. Noneed to book, just drop-in.

LONGSHIP: THE IMAGININGOF NORSE CAITHNESS @Inverness Museum and ArtGallery, 1pm.A book readingand lecture by James Miller.A thrilling insight into thetales and sagas that formthe background of JamesMillers latest work, Longship,a novel that takes us to theheart of Viking raids andNorse settlement in theNorth. FREE, but booking isessential 01463 237114

CARIBBEAN CAPERS @

Fraser Park Bowling Club,7.30pm.In search ofnature in Central America.An RSPB illustrated talk bygroup members Heidi deHaas and Laurie Ritchie.Group members3 Visitors 4

SAT 13 DECAVIEMORE CHRISTMASMARKET @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort.As Sat 29 Nov.

CHRISTMAS FAIR@ CantraybridgeCollege, 11am-4pmChristmas gifts to buy andto make plus activities forall age. cantraypark.co.uk

NEWTONMORE SHINTY SALE@ Newtonmore Village Hall,12pm.Annual Xmas salein support of NewtonmoreShinty Club now in its 90thyear. Lunches start at noonand the sale itself opensat 12.30pm. Replica shirts

to celebrate the 125thanniversary of the club willbe amongst the merchandisefor sale. The great valuevenison and home baking arealways popular. A tombola,raffle and other attractionswill be available. First chance

to buy sponsorship andseason tickets for 2015.

SUN 14 DECMARIE CURIES CHRISTMASCELEBRATION @ NessBank Church, 3pm.AnnualChristmas Celebration inaid of Marie Curie Highlandwith Inverness Fiddlers andlocal choirs The silver Belles

and Nairn Gaelic Choir.Tickets available from [email protected] or 01463 238328

CHRISTMAS BIRDING ANDLUNCH @ Coach departsStation Hotel Avoch, 9am.RSPB group coach trip to theBlack Isle followed by a soupand sandwich lunch at theStation Hotel Avoch. Bookingessential: 01997 433283.

AVIEMORE CHRISTMAS

MARKET @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort.As Fri 29 Nov.

THU 18 DEC40 YEARS OF CROMARTYFOURWAYS AND STATE-OWNED PUBS AROUNDTHE CROMARTY FIRTH @Cromarty West Church Hall,7.30pm.Talks Organised byCromarty History Society.Further information:spanglefish.com/cromartyhistorysociety

SAT 20 DECAVIEMORE CHRISTMASMARKET @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort.As Fri 29 Nov.

SUN 21 DECAVIEMORE CHRISTMASMARKET @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort.As Fri 29 Nov.

WED 24 DECAVIEMORE CHRISTMASMARKET @ MacdonaldAviemore Resort.As Fri 29 Nov.

SPRINGTIME IN FINLAND @Grant Arms Hotel, 8.30pm.Talk about birdwatchingin Finland which has amouthwatering list of birds Great grey, Ural, Tengmalms,Hawk and Short-eared owlsare in abundance and hostsof Bramblings, Bullfinches,

Crested tits, Waxwings,Siberian jay and the morecommon passerines plusHazel grouse, Ospreyhunting, and many more.

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SPORTBALLATHLETIC COMBAT EXTREME RACING

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The festive season is upon us and well all be keeping an eye out for Father Christmas.

Or, on the day of the SANTA RUN [1]starting at INVERNESS LEISURE on 03 DEC, a whole

host of beardy folk in red outfits. One of the most successful fund-raising events of the year,

its open to everyone, whether you wish to run, jog or walk around the beautiful 5km route.

For your 15 registration fee all adults will get a full Santa Suit which is yours to keep and

might come in handy on Xmas Eve (say no more). Children under 13 can register for 10 and

receive a special edition event t-shirt and Santa hat. All participants also receive a goodybag and medal. Children and adults will participate in the same event at the same time so

you will be able to run/walk together. More details at wildheartsevents.com and if that one

gives you a taste for more, theres another SANTA RUN in Aviemore on 20 DEC.

More dressing up at the latest instalment of the highly successful ROCKNWRESTLE [2]

at IRONWORKS on 12 DEC with quite possible its biggest star to date, DREW GALLOWAY

(or Drew Macintyre, such is the baffling nomenclature business of professional wrestling).

Currently the Evolve Champion and a former WWE intercontinental and WWE tag team

champion, Drew will also be holding a pre-show meet and greet. Also on the card are:

BBC Insane Fight Club star JACK JESTER, NOAM DAR (currently appearing in TNA British

Bootcamp on Challenge TV), BT GUNN, WOLFGANG, LIAM THOMSON, KID FITE, THE

OWENS TWINS and more.

If you prefer your flashiness on the rink, take advantage on SAT 27 DEC of witnessing

the top HIGHLAND SYNCHRONIZED ICE SKATING TEAMSat INVERNESS ICE CENTRE.

International senior team Moray Dolphins, British Champions Northern Lights, juvenile

team the Seal Pups and adult team the Highlanders will all competing individually and as

groups and you can vote for your favourite act who will win the Ice Factor trophy.

In recent times EL KESSOCKOhas become something of a New Years Day tradition and

its on again this season as ROSS COUNTY take on ICT in Dingwall on 01 JAN. Along with

regular fans were sure therell be plenty of folk home for the hols taking the opportunity to

catch up with old pals in the crowd at a match where points are vital for both teams, albeit

for very different reasons..

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EVERY MONTARGET SHOOTING @Inverness, 7pm. Precision airtarget shooting. Suitable for anyage and gender. Visit: target-

technique.co.uk for more info.

EVERY TUEINVERNESS CRAIG DUNAINMENS RUGBY CLUB TRAININGNIGHT @ Meet at Merkinchturning circle/ferry point,6.45pmAlways looking fornew players. Every Tue.

EVERY WEDINVERNESS CRAIG DUNAINLADIES RUGBY CLUBTRAINING NIGHT @ Meet at

Merkinch turning circle/ferrypoint, 6.45pmAn extremelydedicated and enthusiasticteam looking for new playerswith or without experience.Every Wed, for info contactKatie on: 07885 740695

TARGET SHOOTING @Farr, 6.30pm. See Mon.

FRI 28 NOVINVERNESSMOUNTAINEERING CLUB

MEET @ Mill Cottage.invernessmc.com

SAT 29 NOVFootballELGIN V ARBROATH, 3pm.

NEVIS RANGE BACKCOUNTRYGATHERING @ Nevis Range.A day of inspiration. Whether yourejust starting to access off piste andback country terrain, or are alreadyexperienced and looking for someinspiration. Nevis Range is bringingtogether a group of well informed

and inspirational presentersto share, inform and update. Achance to get together with likeminded individuals. Workshops,designed for individuals to learnand refresh skills, as well as totry out new and different gear, willrun throughout the day. Sessions

on transceivers and avalancherescue, as well as basic rope workwill feature too. Event now includeslunch and gondola trip to the top forthe day (weather permitting).

FRI 05 DECFootballR COUNTY V D UTD, 7.45pm.

SAT 06 DECFootballN COUNTY V B THISTLE, 3pm.WICK AC V FTINE UTD, 3pm.FORRES MECH V KEITH, 3pm.SSPEY T V FBURGH , 3pm.BRORA R V INV LOCO, 3pm.LOSSIE V TURRIFF, 3pm.CLACH V HUNTLY, 3pm.

RacingORIENTEERING @ DulnainWood, nr Grantown-on-Spey,10.30am.Terrain is a mixtureof pine forest with subtlecontours and some rockfeatures. numerous paths runthrough the area. Attachedis an area of semi-openbog land with several peatbanks running through it.Info at: basoc.org.uk

SUN 07 DECSANTA RUN @ InvernessLeisure, 1pm.Santa Run isopen to everyone, whetheryou wish to run, jog or walkaround the beautiful 5kmroute. For your 15 registrationfee all adults will get a fullSanta Suit which is yours tokeep! Children (under 13)register for 10 and receivea special edition event t-shirtand Santa hat. All participantsalso receive a goody bag andmedal. Children and adults willparticipate in the same event

at the same time so you willbe able to run/walk together.wildheartsevents.com

RugbyH RFC (U15) V MORAY, 2pm.H RFC (U16) V DEESIDE, 2pm.

RacingLOSSIEMOUTH TURKEYTROT @ Lossiemouth CommCentre, 10am.10 mile run.morayroadrunners.com

SAT 13 DECRugbyH RFC V GLENROTHES, 2pm.INVERNESS CD V ABERDEENGRAMMAR, 2pm.

FootballICT V PARTICK, 3pm.

SUN 14 DECRugbyHRFC (U16) V ADEEN G, 2pm.HRFC (U15) V ADEEN G, 2pm.

SAT 20 DECAVIEMORE SANTA RUN@ Macdonald AviemoreResort, 10am.TheDisability Snowsport UKSanta Run in Aviemoreis back for its fifth year.disabilitysnowsport.org.uk

FootballR COUNTY V HAMILTON, 3pm.LOSSIE V F UNITED, 3pm.F MECHS V DVALE, 3pm.STSPEY T V B THISTLE, 3pm.

NAIRN C V HUNTLY, 3pm.BRORA R V FBURGH, 3pm.WICK AC V C RANGERS, 3pm.CLACH V T UTD, 3pm.

SAT 27 DECFootballNAIRN C V F MECHS, 3pm.LOSSIE V B THISTLE, 3pm.SSPEY T V ROTHES, 3pm.BRORA R V WICK AC, 3pm.CLACH V FORT W, 3pm.

ICE FACTOR @ Inverness Ice

Centre, 6.30pm.See HighlandSynchronized Ice SkatingTeams on the ice. MorayDolphins our internationalsenior team. Northern Lightsour British Champions atNovice B, Seal Pups our

juvenile team and Highlanders

our Adult team. Also votefor your favourite act of thenight as our skaters competeindividually and as groups forthe Ice Factor trophy. Tickets:

5 - under 18s 2.50Refreshments, snacksand raffle.

SKIMO SCOTLAND RACE @Lecht 2090.Ski-mountaineeringrace. Competitors have 90minutes to complete asmany laps as possible. Totalascent: 113m. Total descent:113m. Distance 2.2km.skimoscotland.co.uk

SUN 28 DECFootballICT V ABERDEEN, 3pm.

THU 01 JANFootballROSS COUNTY V ICT, 3pm.

SAT 03 JANFootballWICK AC V B RANGERS, 3pm.

F MECHS V N COUNTY, 3pm.

SUN 04 JANFootballICT V ST MIRREN, 3pm.

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THEATRE

A Theatrical Tradition

DANCECOMEDYCABARET DRAMA MUSICAL

CABARET>COMEDY> DANCE> DRAMA> MUSICALS> MORE >

One of the best things about the Highlands cultural landscape in 2014 has been the

number of quality theatrical productions weve been able to witness, something that might

just have given folk whod never experienced such things a taste for more in the year

ahead. That said, for many going to the theatre is a once-a-year thing and thats just

because of The Panto. So expect tickets to go like hot cakes for ALADDIN [1]at EDEN

COURT from 02 DEC04 JAN, with previous pantos having attracted up to 30,000 people

during their runs. Unlike in some other cities, the Inverness panto doesnt rely on famous

faces to pull in the crowds, preferring instead to offer the tried and trusted thigh-slapping,

cross-dressing and merry mayhem. And Christmas wouldnt be Christmas without it.

Elsewhere there are plenty more panto productions on offer, but curiously, perhaps

due to some act of dramatic synchronicity, three of them are all the same story, DICK

WHITTINGTON. So you can take in the yarn about the fellow with the haversack, the

cat and the dreams of golden streets at LITTLE THEATRE, NAIRN (26 NOV13 DEC),

MACDONALD AVIEMORE RESORT (29 NOV04 JAN) and FLORIANS LITTLE THEATRE (0513 DEC). Presumably theres some sort of prize for anyone going to all three.

Over at STRATHPEFFER PAVILION theyre having no truck

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