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Close-up of a person's hand sketching on paper with a fine-tipped pen, surrounded by a calm and creative atmosphere. The person is wearing stylish rings and has visible tattoos on their fingers, emphasizing individuality and artistic expression. Ideal for promoting a mindfulness workshop focused on creativity and drawing.
Thursday 13 February - Thursday 18 December 2025
5pm - 7pm
Free

Drawing for Mindfulness

Ayr
Promotional image promoting Languages Conversation Exchange at Carnegie Library. The image shows people in a library setting, sitting at a table smiling, the scene shows library books behind them.
21 Februray - 19 December 2025
3pm - 4pm
Free

Languages Conversation Exchange

Ayr
An illustration of Tiny Tam, a cute cartoon mouse, on a sandy beach with the ocean and a sailboat in the background. Tiny Tam is wearing yellow sunglasses, a blue-striped beanie with a pompom, and orange shorts. He has a pink flamingo-shaped inflatable ring around his body. To the left, a colourful beach ball rests on the sand. Behind him, a large postcard with a red and blue border reads "Wish you were here!" in a playful font, with a stamp in the top right corner that features a tiny mouse illustration. The scene has a bright and cheerful summer vibe.
Saturday 22 February - Sunday 18 May 2025
Monday to Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday: 12noon - 5pm
Free

Tiny Tam ‘Design Your Own Postcard’ Activity

Ayr
A collage of postcards from South Ayrshire. Heading in blue font reads 'Wish You Were Here'
22 February - 18 May 2025
See listing for opening times
Free

Wish You Were Here: Postcards from South Ayrshire

Girvan
A graphic image of purple grapes. The heading 'Carrick's Smuggling History', Contraband from the Isle of Man, 28 FEB - 31 MAY 2025
28 February - 31 May 2025
See listing for opening times
Free

Carrick's Smuggling History

Girvan
Two girls looking at a rock with a magnifying glass
Open all year
See listing for opening times
Free

The Curious Club at McKechnie Institute

Ayr
An oil painting of a seascape, depicting a turbulent ocean with crashing waves in shades of blue, white, and deep green. The thick, textured brushstrokes give a sense of movement and energy to the water. In the background, a misty landmass or rocky formation emerges from the sea, partially obscured by the atmospheric haze. The sky is overcast with a mix of light gray and white tones, blending seamlessly into the distant horizon. The painting has an impressionistic style, emphasizing the raw power and beauty of the ocean.
Satruday 15 March - Sunday 6 April 2025
12.30pm - 4pm
Free

Shorelines Exhibition by Roddy McKenzie

Ayr
Various coloured images of exhibition and sculpture of Diana the Huntress.
Weekly
See listing
Free

Museum Tours at Rozelle House

Girvan
Various coloured images of exhibition and sculpture of Diana the Huntress.
Weekly
Various times
Free

Museum Tours at the McKechnie Institute

Ayr
An artisit painting surrounded by rocks and sea view
26 March - 5 April 2025
See listing for opening times
Free

Artist in Residence - Allan McNally 

Ayr
A graphic image that says, 'Crafty Saturday and Takeaway Tables', with Re-make with Recycling Saturday.
Saturday 29 March 2025
9.30am - 12.30pm
Free

Crafty Saturday and Takeaway Tables at Carnegie Library

Ayr
A close-up view of printmaking tools and materials from The Printroom Exhibition. The image features ink rollers covered in thick, vibrant orange ink, contrasting against a black background. One roller is coated with a textured layer of ink, while another is clean with a red handle. A small print with a reflective surface showcases abstract patterns. The composition highlights the bold colors, rich textures, and the hands-on process of printmaking.
Saturday 5 April - Sunday 4 May 2025
Monday to Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday: 12noon - 5pm
Free

The Printroom Exhibition

Ayr
Book covers and author profile image of Greta Yorke
Wednesday 9 April 2025
12.30pm - 4pm
Free

Author Storytime with Greta Yorke

Ayr
Two children dressed up as clowns.
Wednesday 9 & Saturday 19 April 2025
11am - 3pm
Free

Circus Skills Workshop and Live Show

Prestwick
A colorful digital graphic with a bright blue background inviting viewers to "Join us for Easter & Spring Crafts." The text is displayed on four pastel-colored banners: yellow, blue, pink, and light pink. A cute bunny peeks over the top banner, while two cheerful baby chicks surround the text, one on each side. The background is decorated with small flowers in pink, white, and yellow, adding a festive and springtime vibe.
Thursday 10 & 17 April 2025
Drop-in from 9am - 7pm
Free

Spring and Easter Crafts at Prestwick Library

Ayr
A digital graphic design featuring the text 'Cherry Blossom WORKSHOP' on a light beige background. 'Cherry Blossom' is written in elegant cursive script, while 'WORKSHOP' is in bold uppercase letters. To the right, there is an illustration of a cherry blossom branch with pink flowers and falling petals.
Thursday 10 & 17 April and Friday 11 & 18 April 2025
12:30pm - 4pm
Free

Cherry Blossom Tree Workshops

Girvan
A colorful digital graphic with a bright blue background inviting viewers to "Join us for Easter & Spring Crafts." The text is displayed on four pastel-colored banners: yellow, blue, pink, and light pink. A cute bunny peeks over the top banner, while two cheerful baby chicks surround the text, one on each side. The background is decorated with small flowers in pink, white, and yellow, adding a festive and springtime vibe.
Saturday 12 April 2025
2.30pm - 3.30pm
Free

Spring and Easter Crafts at Girvan Library

Ayr
Hands colouring Easter eggs and white cut out rabbits
Saturday 12 April & Wednesday 16 April 2025
11am - 3pm
Free

Family Easter Craft Fun

Ayr
Black and white photograph featuring a woman with disheveled hair, gazing upwards with an intense, emotional expression. Her face appears sweaty and her neck muscles are tensed, conveying exhaustion or anguish. The background consists of tiled walls, suggesting an enclosed space. The photograph is credited to Harry Clark and serves as the artwork for 'My Muses Take Care of Me' by Fleur Darkin."
Sunday 13 April 2025
2pm
Free

My Muses Take Care of Me by Fleur Darkin

Ayr
A colorful digital graphic with a bright blue background inviting viewers to "Join us for Easter & Spring Crafts." The text is displayed on four pastel-colored banners: yellow, blue, pink, and light pink. A cute bunny peeks over the top banner, while two cheerful baby chicks surround the text, one on each side. The background is decorated with small flowers in pink, white, and yellow, adding a festive and springtime vibe.
Tuesday 15 April 2025
2pm - 3pm
Free

Spring and Easter Crafts at Forehill Library

Ayr
Earth Day Crafts text against a green leaves background. White paper hands surrounding heart shaped earch
Tuesday 22 April 2025
11am - 3pm
Free

Earth Day Crafts at the Cutty Sark Centre

Ayr
Earth Day Crafts text against a green leaves background. White paper hands surrounding heart shaped earch
Tuesday 22 April 2025
11am - 3pm
Free

Earth Day Crafts at the Grain Exchange

Ayr
A colorful digital graphic with a bright blue background inviting viewers to "Join us for Easter & Spring Crafts." The text is displayed on four pastel-colored banners: yellow, blue, pink, and light pink. A cute bunny peeks over the top banner, while two cheerful baby chicks surround the text, one on each side. The background is decorated with small flowers in pink, white, and yellow, adding a festive and springtime vibe.
Tuesday 29 April 2025
3.30pm - 4.30p,m
Free

Spring and Easter Crafts at Carnegie Library

Troon
A British policeman holds the door of a staff car as Major Albrecht Lanz, the first German Kommandant of Guernsey and Jersey, alights outside his Headquarters (Kommandantur) at the former Channel Islands Hotel on Glategny Esplanade, Saint Peter Port, Guernsey.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
7pm
Free

Talk with Barbara Graham: German Occupation of the Channel Islands

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