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SUMMARY:NHS Strength and Balance Class
DESCRIPTION:NHS strength and balance classes are exercise programs that can help improve strength\, balance\, and mobility. They can also help reduce the risk of falling. \nPlease note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact.
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/nhs-strength-and-balance-class/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Dalbeattie Town Hall\, High Street\, Dalbeattie\, Kircudbrightshire\, DG5 4AD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T160000
DTSTAMP:20250218T090315Z
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SUMMARY:Kippford Bridge Club
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact. \n 
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/kippford-bridge-club/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Kippford Villiage Hall\, Kippford\, Dalbeattie\, DG5 4LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Club Activity,Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T120000
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SUMMARY:Community Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join us for soup\, filled sandwiches\, cake and a hot or cold drink at the community cafe > free of charge (donations welcome) \nEat well from fresh produce > meet others in the Maxwell Room which is an inclusive\, safe\, friendly\, open environment for all with easy access. \nPlease note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact.
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/community-cafe/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Hall\, Craignair Street\, Dalbeattie\, DG5 4AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Club Activity,Wellbeing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tessa Maschas":MAILTO:hightess17@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T153000
DTSTAMP:20250218T071247Z
CREATED:20241229T082345Z
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UID:10001288-1789394400-1789399800@theinitiative.scot
SUMMARY:Dalbeattie Coffee and Chat Group
DESCRIPTION:Please note:\nAlthough every effort is made to ensure that the information given on this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact.
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/dalbeattie-coffee-and-chat-group/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Kings Arms Dalbeattie\, High Street\, Dalbeattie\, Kircudbrightshire\, DG5 4HA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T140000
DTSTAMP:20250218T071148Z
CREATED:20250216T073549Z
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SUMMARY:Dumfries & Galloway Hard of Hearing Group
DESCRIPTION:Dumfries and Galloway Hard of Hearing Group is a grass roots organisation\, established in 2008\, by local people living with a hearing loss. We provide a local service to help hearing aid users access help and support to manage their hearing loss\, and to maintain the function of their hearing aids. We run a variety of volunteer run clinics across the region which offer: \n\nA care and maintenance service of NHS hearing aids;\nAn Advice and Support service regarding regular hearing aid maintenance \nPeer support to help people manage their hearing loss\nA referral service to other organisations\, such as Sensory Support\, Visibility and Audiology \n\nIn addition to this service our volunteers also visit people in their own home\, and in care homes\, if they’re unable to attend our local clinics. We are a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation and we are reliant on volunteers who are critical to the continued provision of our service. We are forever grateful for the wonderful job they do. \nPlease note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact.
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/dumfries-galloway-hard-of-hearing-group-2/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:Christ Church Hall\, 293 High Street\, Dalbeattie\, Dumfries & Galloway\, DG5 4DR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T160000
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DTSTAMP:20250928T050539Z
CREATED:20250927T073620Z
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UID:10022266-1788710400-1788717600@theinitiative.scot
SUMMARY:Holistic Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:A supportive group exploring alternative therapies with a different speaker each month. \nPlease note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact. \n 
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/holistic-wellbeing/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:Flounders Cafe\, Glen Road\, Palnackie\, Kirkcudbrightshire\, DG7 1PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wellbeing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Taylor":MAILTO:heather.commingled@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260904T200000
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SUMMARY:Quiz Night
DESCRIPTION:Quiz Night … everyone welcome… the Laurie Arms is a family-run pub and restaurant with excellent local food in the scenic village. \nPlease note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact. \n 
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/quiz-night/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Laurie Arms\, Haugh of Urr\, 11-13 Main St\, Haugh of Urr\, DG7 3YA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T190000
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UID:10004289-1788375600-1788381000@theinitiative.scot
SUMMARY:Chilled Pencil Group
DESCRIPTION:Using coloured pencils is very therapeutic\, which can help reduce anxiety and stress. It’s fun too!!!  Why not come along and see for yourself… you don’t have to be artistic\, Drawings provided for you to colour.. relax and unwind (children must be accompanied) \nHomework (optional) can be provided for those who can’t wait a month \nPlease note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact. \n 
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/chilled-pencil-group/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Kings Arms Dalbeattie\, High Street\, Dalbeattie\, Kircudbrightshire\, DG5 4HA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Wellbeing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Murray":MAILTO:susancmurray@hotmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T160000
DTSTAMP:20250903T131522Z
CREATED:20250108T073524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T131522Z
UID:10000065-1788357600-1788364800@theinitiative.scot
SUMMARY:Musical Minds of Dalbeattie
DESCRIPTION:Musical Minds is a community group which meets on the first Wednesday of every month apart from January. Originally set up for the benefit of those experiencing the symptoms of dementia and their supporters\, it has now evolved into a monthly afternoon for anyone\, who enjoys listening to and joining in well loved and remembered songs.\nThe afternoons provide a welcome chance to meet with friends for music and chat. Attendance has increased to about 50 folk\, including the band and the volunteers\, who serve the tea and coffee and biscuits. The band comprises 3 guitarists\, a mandolin player and four vocalists. Lyric sheets are handed out for those who wish to sing along with the band. \nPlease note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact. \n 
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/musical-minds-of-dalbeattie/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Dalbeattie & Kirkgunzeon Parish Church\, 17 Craignair St\, Dalbeattie\, DG5 4AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wellbeing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Morag McMickan":MAILTO:mmcmickan@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260708T055709Z
CREATED:20260708T055518Z
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UID:10025578-1787788800-1788134399@theinitiative.scot
SUMMARY:Dalbeattie Walking Festival
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 18th Annual Dalbeattie Walking Festival… discover our beautiful area…  join us for some wonderful walks and events.. \nThis year’s festival has been organised by Dalbeattie Community Initiative volunteers Kath Kilcullen and Dean Freeman and supported by our volunteer walk leaders – our Walking Festival Team. Special thanks also go to National Trust Scotland for supporting our event. Click on website link below for the event walk details. \n\n\n\n\nJoin our team on a broad range of walks. We hope that you will find something to encourage you into the ‘great outdoors’ in this wonderful part of Scotland. \nPlease note: Although every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this website is correct and up to date\, the Initiative cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. Please report these directly to the organisation / event contact. \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://theinitiative.scot/event/dalbeattie-walking-festival/
LOCATION:Rocks And Wheels\, Southwick Road\, Dalbeattie\, Kirkcudbrightshire\, DG5 4HQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family fun,Fitness,Walking,Wellbeing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle McRobert":MAILTO:michellemcrobert@yahoo.com
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