Coorie Doon with Jackie Kay and Jill Calder

Suitable for age 6 - 9

  • Sat 16 Aug 10:00 - 11:00
  • Venue NW
Attend in person
  • Venue NW
  • £6.00 [adults £8.00]
  • In-person tickets go on sale at 10:00 on Saturday 21 June.
Coorie Doon with Jackie Kay and Jill Calder

Coorie in for an empowering event celebrating the melodies we carry with us throughout our lives. Acclaimed poet and former Makar of Scotland, Jackie Kay, and renowned Scottish artist, Jill Calder, share their beautiful book, Coorie Doon. Wee and big bairns alike will be invited to draw their memories and hopes for the future and share some songs together. Dinna fash – it’s sure to be braw!

Categories: Poetry

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