| 21/11/2008 |
Kelso Connections |
Kelso Connections Several local organisations are looking at ways to celebrate Kelso Homecoming throughout 2009. Various events are planned which celebrate our culture, heritage and the contribution Kelso has made to the world. If your group or association are planning any Homecoming events and you would like to be involved please contact Ruth Holmes at Kelso Library (01573) 223171, email ... [more]
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| 14/09/2008 |
St James Fair Exhibitions 2008 |
Over 500 people visited the St James Fair 2008 exhibitions held in Kelso Town House as part of the St James Fair weekend. Despite the Fair being cancelled by the terrible weather the exhibitions and workshops were well attended. Work in Print a celebration of Kelso’s contribution to 500 years of printing in Scotland, was a partnership exhibition in the true sense of the word. The exhibition c ... [more]
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| 20/07/2008 |
Abbey Quilters Exhibition 2008 |
The Abbey Row Centre, Kelso was the venue for the biennial exhibition of Abbey Quilters last Friday and Saturday. To see examples of their fine work: Abbey Quilters Exhibition 2008 ... [more]
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| 02/07/2008 |
Veterans Day Events in Kelso 2008 |
Veterans Day Events Kelso Scottish Borders Council and Royal British Legion joined forces to celebrate Veterans Day in the Scottish Borders. Veterans Day is both a celebration of the contribution by all those who have served in the Armed Forces and a means of raising public awareness of Veterans issues The afternoon of war poetry was made very special by the reading of poems written by a W ... [more]
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| 06/05/2008 |
"Work in Print" Competition - Design a Book Cover |
Competition Design a book cover Printing began in Scotland 500 years ago. The first book printed in Kelso was over 200 years ago in 1782. Design the front cover of a book about Kelso in 2008 3 categories ages: 5-8 years, 9-12 years, 13-18 years To be returned to Kelso Library by: Friday 1st August 2008 Prizes to be presented at "Work in Print" during St James Fair. ... [more]
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| 29/04/2008 |
Kelso Town Centre Consultation |
Kelso Town Centre - better traffic facilities – An exhibition of initial ideas that could change the way the town centre currently operates. This Exhibition is now available to view at Kelso Library. Questionnaires can be returned to Kelso Library for forwarding. ... [more]
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| 21/04/2008 |
Kelso Library Exhibition - Kelso in Print |
Work in Print An exhibition to celebrate Kelso’s contribution to 500 years of Printing in Scotland is continuing in Kelso Library during normal library opening hours. The display includes Kelso Mail 1799 and various papers from the Kelso Archive collection- The Kelso Archive is a unique collection of papers, which provide an insight into life in Kelso in the eighteenth century. The collecti ... [more]
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| 07/02/2008 |
Sandy Bruce - an Appreciation |
Sandy Bruce passed away at home on Saturday morning. No doubt, he was about to get ready for his normal Saturday ritual of finalising arrangements for Kelso's rugby match as he was a mainstay of the club, acting as fixture, match and referee's secretary as well as announcing at the games and counting the bar takings on a Monday. It was no ordinary Saturday as Sandy was preparing to rece ... [more]
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| 18/02/2008 |
HMIe Report on Broomlands Primary and Nursery |
Her Majesty's Inspectorate report on the inspection made of Broomlands Primary School and Nursery in October 2007. The full report, which was made available on 5th February 2008, can be read at: HMIe Report - Broomlands ... [more]
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| 24/01/2008 |
Noah's Ark Ghost Story Evening |
As a result of the Black Brothers and friends' efforts, Noah's Ark Playgroup has benefitted by the magnificent sum of £517. Thanks to all who supported this evening's entertainment and especially to the Cross Keys who sponsored the event by providing the accommodation. ... [more]
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| 08/01/2008 |
Work in Print - Exhibition at St James Fair 2008 |
Work In Print - a celebration of Kelso’s contribution to 500 years of printing in Scotland An exhibition to be held in Kelso Town Hall during St James Fair 2008 - September 6th and 7th. It will be jointly hosted by: Friends of Kelso Museum. Heritage Hub. Kelso Library. Local Studies Librarian. Kelso & District Amenity Society Kelso Graphics As well as for your information, this ... [more]
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| 13/12/2007 |
St Andrew's Day at Kelso Library |
St Andrew's Day celebrated in style at Kelso Library Kelso Library resounded to the sound of laughter as poems from around Scotland were read to celebrate St Andrew's Day. A group of 12 people gathered to read and listen to poetry, some humorous, some thought provoking. From McGonagall to G. K. Menzies' "Poaching in Excelsis", the poetry was shared and enjoyed. Poetry ... [more]
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