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Whit’s on this weekend?

At a loss for what to do this weekend? Have no fear! The Orcadian is here with a few peedie suggestions…

Jazz Festival

April 20, 2018 9:00 pm

Orkney Jazz Festival kicks off this Friday night. Music fans will be able to enjoy a taste of some live jazz from 9pm in the Stromness Hotel for the next three evenings.

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April 20, 2018

If you feel like sitting back and enjoying a good film this weekend, the Pickaquoy Centre will be showing some of the latest hits.

If Beatrix Potter has a special place in your heart, why not treat yourself and the kids to an adaptation of one of her classics — Peter Rabbit — which is bound to become a family favourite. (cert. PG)

If drama is more your bag, biblical drama Mary Magdalene — starring Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara — is being screen throughout the weekend. (cert. 12A)

If you’re stuck for something to do with the bairns, you can always treat them to the Phoenix Kids special. This week’s pick, Early Man, is brought to you by the same producers as Wallace and Gromit and Chicken Run — so it’s bound to have you roaring and greeting with laughter. (cert. PG)

New Hospital — Public drop-ins

April 20, 2018

If you’re interested in what the future of Orkney’s healthcare is set to look like, NHS Orkney are holding public drop-in sessions to give folk a peedie sneak peek at the designs for the new hospital and healthcare facility.

These sessions will offer the public the opportunity to visit the purpose built mock up room, in order to familiarise themselves with the layout of a single bedroom and ensuite just as it will be in the new hospital.

Sessions run this Saturday from 1-3pm and Sunday 10am-12pm. Meeting Point: Scapa Room, Balfour Hospital.

Eating Out

April 20, 2018

If you fancy grabbing a bite for lunch or maybe even treating yourself to an evening meal, this weekend. There’s plenty of fine eateries to choose from.

If you’re heading out west, you might fancy a taste of what’s on offer at The Noust, Orphir, where you can enjoy your fill of locally source, quality produce cooked to perfection.

Sunday is a fine time for an afternoon tea at the Lynnfield Hotel, Kirkwall, which will be raising funds for Stand Up To Cancer, this weekend.

If you fancy something a little different or you’re a fan of all things flavoursome, why not add a little spice to your weekend with a meal at Dil Se, Kirkwall. And remember — takeaways are 10 per cent off with your coupon in this week’s The Orcadian.