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2024/25 Programme
The season got off to a great start on September 21st when local historian and long-time AHS committee member Neill Malcolm shared some Appin tales from the Dewar Manuscripts. These turned out to be quite gruesome in detail but a fascinating look into past history of the Appin area. Neill and a dedicated group of volunteers have been working for many years transcribing and translating this huge volume of work into a form ready for re-publication over years to come.
In October we were treated to an enthusiastic, informative and enjoyable look at 'Scotland Beneath the Surface', by author L Bruce Keith. Based on his book of the same title, Bruce talked of many varied wonders beneath Scotland's soil, both natural and manmade.
A packed and enthusiastic audience enjoyed Stuart Carmichael's talk in November when he shared stories and images of Appin of Old. There was a huge amount of interest in his stories and defintiely scope for more talks in the future.
In December we had a good turnout for our AGM. Long-term Chairman Iain McNicol has sadly decided to stand down from his position as Chair due to ill health, but will stay on the Committee. All present wished him well in his continuing treatment and look forward to welcoming him back to meetings when he is able. The remaining committee members were all voted back on and we are delighted to be joined by Issy Silkowski for the next year. The business of the day was followed by a short talk by Becky Coope and Neill Malcolm on the history of salmon netting in Cuil Bay. This formed an introduction to 'Catching the Tide' – a short film made by Colin MacPherson when he visited Sandy MacLachlan of Duror talking about his life as a third generation salmon netter in Cuil Bay. The film was followed by a welcome cup of warm Scandinavian gloggi and festive nibbles which was enjoyed by all!
Please check the Programme page for future talks. We look forward to welcoming you to those you can manage.
The second editon of the 'bumper' AppinArchived magazine is in production and will feature a really interesting mix of articles – some new and some gleaned from past editions of our regular newsletter, Appin Archive. We are pleased to say that a copy of this edition will be distributed free to all members shortly after the New Year. Copies of edition 1 are still available in the shops in the village or by post (see Publications for details).
As always, if anyone would like to become actively invloved in the Society, either as a member, contributor to the newsletter, or future speaker, please get in touch. The Society survives on the dedication and input of members of Appin community!
