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FREE to USE IMAGES''PHOTO CAPTION''Pictured at Thirlestane Castle, Robin Wild from St Boswells with his 1949 Bentley Special and Lindsay Grime from Kelso with her 1961 Austin Cooper S.''PRESS RELEASE&.'Birthday Cars'2019 is the year that the Mini celebrates its 60th Birthday and to mark this special motoring milestone, the central theme of this year's BVAC Classic is 'The Year of the Mini'.'The Borders Vintage Automobile Club are delighted to celebrate 60 years of this much-loved small car in a big way at their annual Festival of Motoring on Sunday 2nd June at Thirlestane Castle in Lauder.'But quite incredibly, 2019 is also a year that is absolutely jam packed with other motoring milestones, significant birthdays and anniversaries. From the Mini to the Ford Capri, Bentley to Fiat and the Austin Healey 3000 to the Jaguar Mk 2! 'From the birth of several very famous models to anniversaries of some of the biggest car manufacturers, here are some of the motoring milestones which are enjoying a special celebration

Help celebrate the 60th birthday of the iconic Mini

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Eastgate Theatre is stepping out of the theatre building again in June with a trio of performances in Skirling, Walkerburn and Broughton. 'The first event, on June 8, features the outstanding story-teller, clarsach player and singer Heather Yule who will perform in Skirling Village Hall.'This is followed, on June 9, by a musical performance by Christine and Phil Adams who will deliver their arresting take on jazz and blues tunes, from Blossom Dearie to Billie Holiday, in Walkerburn Village Hall. 'The third event in this series, in Broughton on June 22, cranks up the volume a few notches when Bristol Branch go full Brazilian in Forr� Fiesta ' a night of forr� dance numbers with a healthy dose of bai�o, samba, cajun and even some Scottish ceilidh dances.

Dazzling shows as Eastgate heads out on the road again

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An enchanting children's book from Fiona Boyd will be launched at Traquair House on Wednesday, June 12.'Princess Arebeena and the Crystal Fairies is a fairy tale which spreads a message about remaining positive throughout whatever life throws at you.'Beautifully illustrated with exquisitely detailed drawings, Princess Arebeena and the Crystal Fairies is Fiona's first foray into the world of children's literature.

Local author’s magical fairy tale encourages bravery

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Gaelic folk super stars

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One of the most talked-about bands on the trad music scene

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The Italian Job is new open air cinema’s first screening

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Step into the past at Traquair’s Medieval Fayre

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Family hobby...has turned into a passion for the Birks, with the boys competing in TweedLove events and Jamie and Sarah working for the organisers.

TweedLove’s Transcend Festival is not just fun for cyclists but families too!

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A Borders choir for people with a learning disability, formed in September last year, has been invited to perform at a major awards ceremony this month.'The Keys to Life Choir will take to the stage at the Scottish Learning Disability Awards at the Sheraton Hotel in Edinburgh on Friday, May, 17.'The choir is led by Sandy Devers, Chief Executive Officer of Streets Ahead, and Claire Taylor, Team Manager with The Richmond Fellowship Scotland, both of whom are musicians and singers. Claire is the conductor, and she is assisted by Sandy, who plays guitar and bagpipes.'The choir is named after The Keys to Life - Scotland's strategy for supporting people with learning disabilities to have great lives.

Learning disability choir to perform at national awards

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Annual event at the Haining set to be fine and Dandie

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FREE to USE IMAGES''PHOTO CAPTION''Pictured at Thirlestane Castle, Robin Wild from St Boswells with his 1949 Bentley Special and Lindsay Grime from Kelso with her 1961 Austin Cooper S.''PRESS RELEASE&.'Birthday Cars'2019 is the year that the Mini celebrates its 60th Birthday and to mark this special motoring milestone, the central theme of this year's BVAC Classic is 'The Year of the Mini'.'The Borders Vintage Automobile Club are delighted to celebrate 60 years of this much-loved small car in a big way at their annual Festival of Motoring on Sunday 2nd June at Thirlestane Castle in Lauder.'But quite incredibly, 2019 is also a year that is absolutely jam packed with other motoring milestones, significant birthdays and anniversaries. From the Mini to the Ford Capri, Bentley to Fiat and the Austin Healey 3000 to the Jaguar Mk 2! 'From the birth of several very famous models to anniversaries of some of the biggest car manufacturers, here are some of the motoring milestones which are enjoying a special celebration

Help celebrate the 60th birthday of the iconic Mini

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WWW.IANGEORGESONPHOTOGRAPHY.CO.UK'PICTURE: 'TRAQUAIR MEDIEVAL FAYRE'Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th May 2017'11am ' 5pm'Traquair House Innerleithen Peeblesshire'''The Traquair Medieval Fayre is Scotland's only authentic Medieval Fayre of its kind and is an unbeatable mix of medieval entertainment from jousting to jesters in the grounds of Scotland's Oldest Inhabited House.' 'This year the event grows more international with record numbers of re-enactors, entertainers and traders coming from across Europe to entertain and re-create life in medieval times.' 'As always the spectacle of Jousting down the great grassed avenue of Traquair is a must see with shows by Jousting Scotland and the military camp of the Douglas retinue will be providing displays of cannon firing, archery and military preparation.''In front of the house, combat displays with knights in armour, a medieval mel?e and tourn?e will take place with some dazzling displays of fighting tactics and drama. ''Walk into the old walled garden and be transp

Step into the past at Traquair’s Medieval Fayre

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Family hobby...has turned into a passion for the Birks, with the boys competing in TweedLove events and Jamie and Sarah working for the organisers.

TweedLove’s Transcend Festival is not just fun for cyclists but families too!

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Michael’s photography captures a moment in time that is gone forever

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Scottish Ballet is celebrating its 50th year in 2019

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A view of local artist Amanda’s heart at Hawick museum

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra travel to Galashiels on June 8 bringing with them an exhilarating programme of popular classics from Mendelssohn, Mozart and Beethoven.

Lovers of classical music are in for a treat with SCO’s concert

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The countdown is on for the 25th Scottish Borders Walking Festival (September 7-14) in Selkirk and the Ettrick and Yarrow valleys.'Tickets go on sale at midnight on March 31, with this year's event being kicked off by Scotland's top outdoor writer and presenter of the BBC Adventure Show, Cameron McNeish, who will appear at the festival's opening night celebrations.

Hiking boots at the ready for 25th Borders Walking Festival

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