My Fair Lady - Matinee
Dec
5
2:00 PM14:00

My Fair Lady - Matinee

Lerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady is one of the most beloved musicals ever written, and this brand-new chamber production offers a glorious take on the classic.

Directed by Maria Friedman, acclaimed musical theatre performer and director and the creative force behind the Tony Award-winning revival of Merrily We Roll Along, the story comes into sharper focus—intimate, engaging, and full of heart.

At the centre is Eliza Doolittle, the sharp-tongued flower seller who collides with Professor Henry Higgins, played by Alan Cumming. One of Scotland’s most celebrated performers, Cumming brings his trademark wit and charisma, reimagining Higgins for a new audience. What begins as a battle of wills between teacher and pupil soon blossoms into something far more complex: a story of transformation, class, and the search for belonging.

With favourites like Wouldn’t It Be Loverly, I Could Have Danced All Night and On the Street Where You Live, the songs are given fresh life in this chamber version, where every note and every word shines.

Glorious in its simplicity, My Fair Lady feels both familiar and new—a sparkling, heartfelt celebration of a timeless classic.

Names to Liz Black - transport will be organised.

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APRIL MEETING - The Garden at Knockraich Farm
Apr
13
7:00 PM19:00

APRIL MEETING - The Garden at Knockraich Farm

Katy Rogers inspires us with the evolution of her garden at Knockraich Farm

COMPETITIONS : “Something new from Something old” (inspired by our 1927 syllabus in our 100th year) Floral arrangement in a recycled item – Mrs Beaton Rose Bowl : Favourite seed or gardening catalogue

HOSTESSES : Seona Michael, Janice Milne, Mary Muirhead

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Vaughan Nash Exhibition At The Gathering
Sep
11
to Sep 12

Vaughan Nash Exhibition At The Gathering

The Vaughan Nash is a national handcraft competition. It celebrates creativity, skill, and presentation in both traditional and modern crafts. Each entry must include five handmade items, displayed together as one exhibit. The items should demonstrate a variety of craft techniques and be arranged to look good as one exhibit and be themed on ‘Festivals’.

Applications need to be in place (online) by the 26th June,   Here are the details from the SWI website :

●     Open to all SWI members across Scotland.

●     Entries must be from a team of at least two members (no individual entries).

●     Teams can include members from the same or different Institutes/Federations.

●     Each team's entry must include exactly five items
 
The Theme for 2026 is Festivals
 
 1.  A Knitting or crochet technique
2.  A sewing technique (patchwork, applique etc. )
3. Any craft technique
4. Any craft technique
5. Any craft technique

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GlenCoe Marathon
Sep
6
8:30 AM08:30

GlenCoe Marathon

The Glencoe Marathon Gathering is a choice of two routes set in the stunning North West of Scotland so whether you want to explore the foothills of Ben Nevis or journey through an ancient route to the heart of Glencoe there is something for you. Whichever route you pick you’ll be rewarded at every turn with some of the most stunning and dramatic views in the Scottish Highlands. This dramatic event is not your average marathon or half marathon, so escape to the wilds and test yourself to the limit.

Ruskie Rural provide stewards for this event to support the runners and raise funds for the maintenance of our wee hall!

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SC&WP Project 1917
Aug
22
10:00 AM10:00

SC&WP Project 1917

In 2027 the SWI will celebrate 110 years and we’d love members to be part of planning how we mark this fantastic milestone.

Join fellow members for a relaxed two-hour ideas session over a cup of tea. It’s a chance to chat, share your thoughts and help shape celebrations that reflect everything we love about SWI; friendship, community and making a difference.

We’ll be talking about:

● How we can celebrate in our own communities

● Ideas for regional and national events

● Ways to attract new members and raise awareness of SWI

● How we can make 2027 a celebration to remember

Whether you have lots of ideas or just want to listen and join the conversation, everyone is welcome. There are no right or wrong answers, we simply want to hear from as many members as possible.

All the ideas shared at these meetings will be brought together to help shape plans for our 110th Anniversary celebrations.

Click here to book

Bring your ideas, bring a friend from your Institute, and join us for a cuppa as we celebrate our past and help build an exciting future for SWI. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you can’t come along, please click on this link to let us know your ideas, alternatively you can post us a wee note with your ideas to SWI, 1 Carmichael Place, Edinburgh, EH6 5PH.

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Kindrochit Quadrathlon
Jul
11
9:00 AM09:00

Kindrochit Quadrathlon

Another fantastic Wild Fox event, and opportunity for a fun Ruskie Rural day out, fund raising, stewarding and cheering on the athletes!

The Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon (The Quad) is an exhilarating test of stamina, strength and fitness through some of the most spectacular and historic areas of the Scottish Highlands.

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SC&WP Spring Meeting
Apr
18
11:00 AM11:00

SC&WP Spring Meeting

Our Regular Federation Spring Meeting - on a new date and location!

There will be 2 competitions  at this meeting to select the Federation entry to go forward to the National Gathering (Conference) at Dundee in September.  

 Baking - Anne Wallace Sugar Sifter - Dundee cake - max 6in round presented on a white paper plate

 Preserves - Mary Aitken Trophy -  jar of marmalade - no specified flavour, recipe or jar size.   

 

The Vaughn Nash is the only craft related competition at the Gathering - entries need to be in place (online) by the 26th June,   Here are the details from the SWI website : 

  • Open to all SWI members across Scotland.

  • Entries must be from a team of at least two members (no individual entries).

  • Teams can include members from the same or different Institutes/Federations.

  • Each team's entry must include exactly five items

 

The Theme for 2026 is Festivals

 

 1.  A Knitting or crochet technique

2.  A sewing technique (patchwork, applique etc. ) 

3. Any craft technique

4. Any craft technique

5. Any craft technique

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Perth & Kinross Federation Upcycing Craft Day
Mar
28
10:00 AM10:00

Perth & Kinross Federation Upcycing Craft Day

In the morning Jen Byrne from Edinburgh will talk about designing clothes from pre-loved fabrics using practical pattern layout ideas and reconfiguration of fabrics or garments to give them a new life; and the afternoon session will be a choice of upcycling workshops - Glass painting, textile landscape, felt jewelry, toys from odds and ends of wool, wall hanging from scraps of fabric.

The event is 10am until 4pm and tickets are £10

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Monthly Meeting - 'The secret ingredient to every dish is passion'
Nov
11
7:30 PM19:30

Monthly Meeting - 'The secret ingredient to every dish is passion'

Joined by Mary Inglis from Briarlands to demonstrate the secret to her baking

Competitions: 3 spiced biscuits (own choice – Mrs Parlane Trophy); Favourite Christmas Decoration

Hostesses: Sharon McRobert, Seona Michael, Janice Oman

Also please note for December Gifts: Donation to Start Up Stirling (COLLECTED AT NOVEMBER MEETING);

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Royal Highland Show 2025
Jun
19
to Jun 22

Royal Highland Show 2025

The theme for the Scottish Handicrafts at the Royal Highland Show this year is “LIFE IS A CELEBRATION“ - Full schedule included here and summary of sections below

A - Medley of Crafts - Theme : Milestones

B - Trios made by one person - Theme : Gifts/items depicting a traditional anniversary year (state year eg 1st/paper)

c - Novices/Juniors

D - Crochet - Theme: Party Time

E - Knitting - Theme: Tiny Tots

F - Handspinning, Weaving & Dying - Theme: Holiday

G - Lace & Tatting - Theme: Celebration of water

H - Embroiders - Theme: Wedding Day

I - Patchwork, applique & Quilting - Theme: First Home

J - Children

K - Crooks & walking sticks

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Sail on Loch Lomond
Jun
10
2:00 PM14:00

Sail on Loch Lomond

A further event to celebrate our Federation Centenary! A Sail on Loch Lomond with commentary at 2pm - free tea/coffee - Cost: £25

Meal afterwards at The Oak Tree Inn at Balmaha - Cost £26  (tip £1) for a two course meal - to be pre-ordered - menu available from Liz Black

 You do not need to do both - go for a sail.............or just go for the meal............its up to you

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SC&WP/Fife/Perth & Kinross Area Lunch
Jun
8
12:00 PM12:00

SC&WP/Fife/Perth & Kinross Area Lunch

This is being hosted by Fife and is planned for the 8th June at the Stewart's Resort, St. Andrews.    The facility is approx 4 miles on the outskirts of St. Andrews and is a purpose built venue with easy access and car parking.   The full address is Stewart's Resort, Cameron, St Andrews,  St Andrews, KY16 8PE.    More details when  the menu is available.   

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AGM & Monthly Meeting - “We don’t stop hiking because we grow old – we grow old because we stop hiking!"
May
13
7:30 PM19:30

AGM & Monthly Meeting - “We don’t stop hiking because we grow old – we grow old because we stop hiking!"

**STOP THE PRESS**

A change of speaker for our meeting and AGM. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to hear from our very own Anne Artis to share her experiences in hillwalking and the ‘gear’ needed to be safe and successful. IFKYK – it will be an entertaining evening of stories and anecdotes told in Anne’s inimitable style and a rare occasion not to be missed! Looking forward to seeing you all there

Competitions: 3 Suggestions for the syllabus; Favourite Make Up Bag

Hostesses: Anne Artis, Ann Brown, Janice Milne

 

AGM Tellers: Gargunnock

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Monthly Meeting - 'You cannot make people learn. You can only provide the right conditions for learning to happen'
Apr
8
7:30 PM19:30

Monthly Meeting - 'You cannot make people learn. You can only provide the right conditions for learning to happen'

Gillian Forster of Green Routes is coming to explain how they offer young people with support needs an opportunity to learn and grow, to develop skills for life, learning and work

Competitions: Spring Flowers In A Jug (Mrs Beaton Rose Bowl); Traditional Garden Item

Hostesses: Alison Smellie, Gillian Ross, Claire Watt

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Display of Crafts
Mar
27
to Mar 29

Display of Crafts

On these dates there will be a display of crafts by Rural members in Gargunnock Church - 10am - 4pm  Refreshments will be available...... with home baking - donations very welcome!.  Each Rural is given a board measuring 3ft X 4ft to display their crafts...............The rurals taking part in this display are Ruskie, Kippen, Buchlyvie, Drymen  and Gargunnock.

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