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Network offers peer support for arts outreach workers - posted 17.7.2010 
The Outreach Network has been setup to provide peer support for colleagues working in museums, galleries and arts-based outreach capacities throughout Scotland. The aim of the Network is to share good practice, provide opportunities for networking and to advocate on behalf of its members. The Network has a useful blog which is being used to pass on information about outreach activities in Scotland. It’s also an opportunity for you to contribute directly by uploading details of outreach projects you’re working on or have completed. You can also add comment about other people’s projects. For more information go to http://outreachnetwork.wordpress.com/about/
Scots musicians take to the road on musical fundraising trek - posted 17.7.2010 
Two Scots musicians are undertaking a 370 mile trek from John O’Groats to Gretna in aid of Capability Scotland. Gillian Maitland and Callum Dewar, both from Forfar, will perform seven world premieres on classical guitar and marimba along the way. The pair, both of whom trained at St Mary’s Music School in Edinburgh, will play venues in Wick, Inverness, Perth, Edinburgh and Dumfries to raise awareness of disability issues – in particular young or newly disabled people and those with ‘hidden’ disabilities.
Gillian was involved in a car accident in 2007, leaving her with one leg paralysed from the knee down, and was disappointed by the lack of support available. As well as holding concerts and masterclasses, the duo will offer walk-in sessions to members of the public, so people can voice their opinion on making Scotland more disabled-friendly (comments from which will be passed on to the Scottish Government). A CD of the works being premiered will be recorded, and sold in aid of Capability Scotland. For more information about Gillian and Callum’s venture, which begins on 1st August, visit www.callumandgilliansgreatbigwalk.co.uk or www.facebook.com/callumandgilliansgreatbigwalk
Young Minority Ethnic Awards – call for nominations - posted 17.7.2010  deadline: 6 August 2010
The Young Minority Ethnic Awards highlight the value of young people from ethnic backgrounds who have stirred inspiration or contributed to life within their community. The awards further aim to acknowledge, encourage, reward and promote the positive achievements of young Scots aged between 14 – 28 from minority ethnic backgrounds. Nominations in the following categories are welcomed:
• Community Contribution
• Arts Contribution
• Sports Contribution
• Friend of the Environment
• Career Achievement
• Science & Technology / Science & Engineering Initiative
• Apprentice of the Year
• Future Political Force
• The Bashir Ahmad Spirit of Scotland
To nominate somebody you know, go to www.whozthedaddy.info/scotland/index.html
Guide to starting a co-operative in the creative sector - posted 17.7.2010 
A guide and website for people in the creative sector who might be interested in collaborating and co-operating with others has been produced by Co-operatives UK at www.creatives.uk.coop. On the website you can find out what it’s like to work in a creative co-operative, hear from industry leaders about their view on co operation, network and find out how you can start a co operative business.
Music contest sings out against poverty - posted 17.7.2010  deadline: 30 September 2010
The European Commission is inviting young Europeans aged 15 - 25 to submit a song expressing their support in the fight against poverty. The winners of the competition - selected through online voting and a jury of music professionals – will get a professional studio recording of their song and have the opportunity to perform during the European Development Days in December 2010 in Brussels.
The music contest is part of the ‘I fight poverty’ campaign, which aims to raise awareness among teenagers on the EU's action in the field of development. Songs should be about the fight against poverty worldwide and last a maximum of 5 minutes. All those who enter will get their own personal webpage where they can advertise their song and explain why they want to join the fight against poverty. Go to www.ifightpoverty.eu/act/music-contest for more information.
Art School opens new summer school Glasgow - posted 17.7.2010 
Maryhill Art School was established in 2009, by artists concerned that the thorough training of drawing and painting is being neglected at this time. They have just announced that they will be running their first ever summer school, at House for An Art Lover in Glasgow, during the first three weeks in August. Initially, they are offering weekend and evening classes, with a view to developing a full-time fine arts programme. To find out about their courses go to www.maryhillartschool.co.uk or to book a place tel: 0141 946 0066.
National Children’s Orchestra of Great Britain – Call for young musicians - posted 17.7.2010 
The National Children’s Orchestra of Great Britain (NCO), one of the world’s finest children's orchestras, is inviting children aged 7-13 from all over the UK to audition for a place in one of its renowned orchestras in 2011. Joining the NCO is a great opportunity for any aspiring young musician, and instrumentalists who gain a place in one of its 5 age-banded orchestras attend exciting residential courses, with tutors drawn from major national orchestras, specialist music schools and conservatoires.
Grade exams are not a prerequisite at the NCO, as the organisation is more concerned with an individual’s level of musicianship and commitment to playing. Talent is the only criterion for winning a place and full bursaries are available, so no child or parent should be deterred from auditioning due to financial concerns. To audition, young instrumentalists must submit an application form, and the only Scottish audition date is at St Mary’s Music School in Edinburgh on 22nd October. For more information visit www.nco.org.uk or tel: 01934 418855.
BBC’s Blast visits Scotland with exciting workshops for teenagers - posted 17.7.2010  area: Ayr and Perth
Despite the sad news that the BBC’s Blast website will cease to exist from early 2011, the Blast team is coming to Scotland for six days of exciting workshops and taster sessions for 13-19-year-olds. Young people can learn about vjing, film, radio, fashion, visual art and much more. Some sessions are already fully booked, so don’t delay. Blast visits The Low Green in Ayr from 26th – 28th August 2010 (visit www.bbc.co.uk/blast/204897 to book) and the Concert Hall, Mill Street in Perth from 16th – 18th September (visit www.bbc.co.uk/blast/204725 to book). To read about Blast’s imminent closure, and leave your comments, go to www.bbc.co.uk/dna/mbblast/NF2563492?thread=7609158
New mentoring scheme helps community groups use local resources - posted 17.7.2010 
Planning Aid for Scotland (PAS) has launched a new mentoring scheme to help rural community groups take advantage of their local resources, including renewable energy, community halls, allotments or affordable housing. Robert Patrick of PAS said: ‘This new initiative will provide technical expertise to projects at different stages of their development. The unique PAS network of volunteers, all planning professionals, will provide guidance and advice, demonstrating the positive side of planning that allows people to shape their own neighbourhoods.’ For more information, go to www.planningaidscotland.org.uk or call the Planning Aid for Scotland helpline on tel: 0845 603 7602.
New Writing Scotland - Call for Entries - posted 17.7.2010  deadline: 30 September 2010
New Writing Scotland publishes works by writers resident in Scotland or Scots by birth, upbringing or inclination. All forms of writing are invited: autobiography and memoirs; creative responses to events and experiences; drama; graphic artwork (monochrome only); poetry; political and cultural commentary and satire; short fiction; travel writing or any other creative prose (but not full-length plays or novels, though self-contained extracts are acceptable). A maximum length of 3,500 words is suggested.
The work must be neither previously published nor accepted for publication and may be in any of the languages of Scotland. Please direct queries to The Association for Scottish Literary Studies on email: office@asls.org.uk or for more information, visit www.arts.gla.ac.uk/ScotLit/ASLS/NewWriting.html
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