“My approach has been to pick up the book, let The Fates decree where it opened, read that piece of writing, give my impression”
Book Review: ‘Beyond the Swelkie’ – Writing Inspired By George Mackay Brown
Ice Stupas: Providing Water to the Most Arid Areas
The Ice Stupa was invented by engineer Sinam Wangchuk in Ladakh, India in 2013. Since then, the Ice Stupa project has grown and received international acclaim.
‘Vets’ September Breakfast
The Orkney Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club meets on the last Saturday of the month.
Tokusatsu and Me Part 4
“One day at primary school we finally got the internet and what was one of the first things I searched for? Godzilla of course. “
Beginners Astronomy: Solstices, Equinoxes and Sighthill Part 2
Part 2 of Duncan Lunan’s series looking at Solstice and equinoxes – the Moon and planets
Celebrate The Birthday of Arctic Explorer Dr John Rae
An open invite has been extended to Orkney and the rest of the world to celebrate the life and deeds of John Rae on Thursday, 30th September at noon by the Society building a legacy to his name.
Abbey Road #OnThisDay
On 26th of September 1969 The Beatles released the album ‘Abbey Road.’
Portraits of Friends & Neighbours by Calum Morrison
In the windows of the Northlight Gallery, Stromness is the work of Calum Morrison.
Hubble & The ‘Molten Ring’ Galaxy
an example of one of the largest, nearly complete Einstein rings ever seen – a deep-space optical phenomenon.
Choosing the Right Tool for the Job: Ancient Milling in Volubilis
Dough mixing vats and millstones from Roman-era ruins of Volubilis were made from specific rock types that probably improved each tool’s function.
