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ReLaunch

A chance to make your lunch-time a launch-time .. and start again! Look in on us for a middle-of-the-week, middle-of-the-day 'breather'. Come when you can and stay as long as you wish. Holy Days Extreme sports vocation [Acts 17:1-5](https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=acts%2017%3A1-5&version=ESVUK) Rev Jerry Middleton THESSALONICA – Opposition! Christianity has always met with opposition to varying degrees. Jesus predicted it (John 15:18-19). Paul, the first great evangelist, often faced opposition. In his travels Paul reached the Greek city of Thessalonica and preached there for three weeks. Many responded favourably to Paul's preaching and became Christians. But many also opposed him, started a riot and drove him out of the city (Acts 17:1-5). The gospel has that effect on people. Upon hearing it some decide to follow Jesus and some don't. There are several reasons why people reject the gospel. Churchgoing is unfashionable and who want to be out of fashion? Another reason is peer pressure; it can be difficult to go against the flow. Are you resisting the call of God on your life because churchgoing is unfashionable? Or because of peer pressure? Are you locked into herd mentality and don't want to rebel? Is God calling you? Breakout! If you have rejected Christianity without investigating it then be rational: try church before passing judgement.

Wed 22 Jul12:30Gilcomston Church(8.5mi)

via Gilcomston Church

Community

Discovery Tour

Discover Aberdeen's Gin Distillery.

Wed 22 Jul13:00City of Aberdeen Distillery(8.8mi)

via City of Aberdeen DistilleryLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Gin Blending Workshop

Aberdeen's Gin Blending Workshop

Wed 22 Jul15:00City of Aberdeen Distillery(8.8mi)

via City of Aberdeen DistilleryLocal gem

Community

Bold

We keep tabs on Destiny Church Aberdeen so you don't have to. Bold caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Wed 22 Jul18:00Destiny Church Aberdeen(7.9mi)

via Destiny Church Aberdeen

Likely freeLive Music

Harbour Voices Community Choir Summer Concert

Join the Harbour Voices community choir for a joyful evening of music in the heart of Fittie.

Wed 22 Jul20:15Footdee Community Hall(8.6mi)

via Footdee Community Hall

Likely freeCommunity

Wednesday Quiz Night at The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen

Looking for something fun to do on a Wednesday night in Aberdeen? Join us every Wednesday from 8pm for our legendary Quiz Night at The Ivy Lodge upstairs bar. Hosted by the brilliant Andy Davidson-Lee, our weekly quiz night is the perfect midweek excuse to gather your team, test your knowledge and have a great night out. Best of all, it is completely FREE entry! Each week brings a brand new set of questions across a range of categories plus mystery prizes up for grabs every single week, including up to £100 in Ivy Lodge bar vouchers. Whether you are a quiz regular or a first timer, there is always a fantastic atmosphere and plenty of laughs along the way. Doors open from 5pm. Quiz starts at 8pm. Book your table now to secure your spot at www.ivylodgeaberdeen.com/book-a-table/

Wed 22 Jul21:00The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen(8.3mi)

via The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen

Community

Ministry of Science Live: Science Saved the World

We've tracked down Ministry of Science Live: Science Saved the World at His Majesty's Theatre. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Thu 23 JulHis Majesty's Theatre(8.2mi)

via His Majesty's TheatreLocal gem

Live Music

Around £16.00

Dee Don Danube (Past Event AJF 2026)

This Event has now ended A unique collaboration uniting musicians from Aberdeen and its twin city Regensburg in Germany, the Dee Don Danube project has been a highlight of Aberdeen Jazz Festival for many years. Drawing on connections between the two cities, the group presents original music shaped by shared traditions, new friendships and an open, creative approach to improvisation. From Aberdeen, vocalist AiiTee and pianist Neil Birse will be joined by Josef Nitsch and Julius Peter Nitsch. AiiTee is a talented up and coming singer/songwriter based in Scotland. Originally from Nigeria, AiiTee’s style is a unique blend of Afrobeat, Soul, Gospel and R&B. She started releasing music at the start of 2020 and has seen her music grow from strength to strength. Aberdeen-born Neil Birse is a superb jazz pianist and composer who has built a rich and varied career performing across Scotland, London and beyond. His playing combines technical skill with a wonderful feel for improvisation and he brings real energy and creativity to every performance. Peter Julius Nitsch (1980) from Regensburg, Germany, studied in Amsterdam and New York, played and lived in Amsterdam, New York, Rio De Janeiro, now living in Berlin, played with musicians a.o. Nils Landgren, Edu Ribeiro and Candy Dulfer. Josef Nitsch (1979) from Regensburg Germany, studied in The Hague, currently lives there too, played with musicians a.o. Branford Marsalis, John Ruocco and David Liebman.

Thu 23 JulJazz Scotland(9mi)

via Jazz Scotland

Community

Community Group

Gilcomston Church is putting on Community Group and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Thu 23 Jul10:00Gilcomston Church(8.5mi)

via Gilcomston Church

Community

Gin School Experience

Distil your own gin at the Gin School Experience!

Thu 23 Jul14:00City of Aberdeen Distillery(8.8mi)

via City of Aberdeen DistilleryLocal gem

Live Music

Live Music on the Terrace: Ellen Bain

The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen has got Live Music on the Terrace: Ellen Bain pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Thu 23 Jul19:00The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen(8.3mi)

via The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen

Likely freeCommunity

Dreaming in Driftwood

Our Dreaming in Driftwood workshop is a space where imagination meets the shoreline and creativity is shaped by nature.

Thu 23 Jul19:00Footdee Community Hall(8.6mi)

via Footdee Community Hall

Community

Around £21

CBeebies House Party Live

You’re all invited to the CBeebies House Party LIVE!

Fri 24 JulHis Majesty's Theatre(8.2mi)

via His Majesty's TheatreLocal gem

Live Music

Live DJ on the Terrace: Dylan McPhee

We found this gem on The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen's website. Live DJ on the Terrace: Dylan McPhee — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Fri 24 Jul19:00The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen(8.3mi)

via The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen

Community

Around £80.00

Discovery Sessions (Roaring Twenties)

About: As an extension to our new Cocktail Experience, Discovery Sessions will be taking one-off monthly deep-dives into a select number of the world’s most famous mixed drinks through a variety of themes. Tour Details: In the world of mixed drinks the 1920s are often viewed as a troubled period with the Prohibition of alcohol […]

Fri 24 Jul19:00House of Botanicals(8.8mi)

via House of Botanicals

Likely freeCommunity

HMT 120: Open Day

Have you always fancied having a peek behind the scenes at His Majesty’s Theatre? Now is your chance as we open our doors as part of our HMT 120 celebrations!

Sat 25 JulHis Majesty's Theatre(8.2mi)

via His Majesty's TheatreLocal gem

Community

HMT 120: Audio Description - An Introduction

His Majesty's Theatre

Sat 25 JulHis Majesty's Theatre(8.2mi)

via His Majesty's TheatreLocal gem

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Aberdeenshire, Scotland

Shiels is in Aberdeenshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Shiels events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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