Events

Annual subscription of £5 is due at the first meeting of the season. This may be paid on attendance or direct to the Membership Secretary. This annual subscription covers free entry to all Anster Nichts, but not the Buffet Supper. Non-members may attend individual meetings for £1.50. All Anster Nichts are held in the Anstruther Wester Town Hall at 7:30 p.m.

Anster Nichts 2009-2010

17th September 2009
Anstruther Retail: John Cunningham

Anstruther once had a thriving complement of shops. Where were they, and what did they provide? John Cunningham will walk us through a bygone era.

22nd October 2009
East Neuk Pantiles: Jim Bell

The red roofs of the East Neuk are a distinctive and much-loved feature of our townscape. Jim Bell will talk about the pantiles themselves and touch on the former Tile Works at Caiplie.

19th November 2009
The Fife Underground? Steve Liscoe

Steve Liscoe will tell us something of the work of the Archaeology Unit of Fife Council.

4th December 2009
Social Evening (members only)

Elizabeth Gordon will organize an evening of music, mince pies and mistletoe.

21st January 2010
Ideas, Ink and Deadlines: Jill Calder

Jill, with 17 years illustration experience, works with some of the best people in design and advertising, producing her unique images. She loves the deadline adrenalin rush. Her job allows her to concept, draw, experiment, play with all sorts of lovely inks, pencils and paper. Her talk gives an insight into the thoughts and processes that go into creating memorable images for demanding clients.

18th February 2010
The Valentines of Dundee: Pam Cranston

Not quite on Valentine’s Day but it seemed an appropriate month for Pam Cranston to talk about this famous and important family

18th March 2010
Honeybees: Derek Abbott

Have you noticed the dwindling numbers of honeybees and bumble bees in our gardens and countryside? Derek Abbott will help us understand the magnitude of the problem and hopefully tell us how we can help.

April / May 2010
Annual General Meeting

Details to be confirmed.

May / June 2010
Buffet Supper Party (members and guests only)

Details to be announced.

Anster Nichts 2008-2009

Here are details of the talks and events that we had over the 2008-2009 season.

The Harbours of Elie Bay: Archie Rennie

Elie wasn’t always just a pleasant summer resort; Archie Rennie’s recent book uncovers the history and location of its several working harbours.

The Playfair Family of St Andrews: Dr Marion Stewart

This fascinating, versatile and high-achieving family originated in Perthshire, but during the 19th century their influence was felt from St Andrews to Zanzibar.

Scottish Silver: Rodger McAslan

Rodger has an extensive knowledge of his subject; he will be happy to identify pieces but cannot give valuations.

Social Evening

Elizabeth Gordon will organize an evening of music, mince pies and mistletoe.

The Interior of Fife: Dr Paula Martin

Yes, there is more to Fife than the coast and Paula will show us some of the delights to be found inland.

The Independent Film-Maker: Tim Fitzpatrick

Tim, a local film-maker and light and sound artist, will speak on the challenge and the freedom of operating outside the mainstream film industry.

Scotland’s Seas are Amazing: Anne Saunders

Anne is Scottish Projects Officer for the Marine Conservation Society and will give us an overview of the state of our seas and the creatures who struggle to survive in them.

Annual General Meeting

Buffet Supper Party