October 2011 sees a third year for a Highland programme of the Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival. The festival, which has become one of Scotland’s most valued cultural events, continues to grow in the Highlands with a wider range of events and locations involving local individuals, charities and organisations passionate about mental health and the arts.

With an event to suit every age and taste, from fashion shows and puppet workshops to creative writing and films events, the festival aims to appeal to audiences across the Highlands from Wick to Portree to Inverness.

The festival aims to take a positive stance on mental health, celebrating artistic endeavour by those with experience of mental health issues and connecting audiences with creative and innovative work. Festival partners have created a wide range of performances, films, exhibitions and workshops aiming to entertain and engage.

Rag Tag ‘n’ Textile welcome you to their James Bond 007 inspired fashion show. Original Rag Tag designer outfits, vintage and upcycled clothing. An array of quirky accessories including fingers, eyes and octopi! Step into winter with our “From Ross-shire with Love” range which includes muffs, cuffs and cosy coats fur, vintage and tweed. All the other ranges are “Licenced to Thrill”!

Rag Tag ‘n’ Textile will be assisted by TAG, Charleston Academy, Calman Trust, Kyleakin Connections, Crossroad Care, family and friends.

The 3 different venues are:

• Saturday 1st October 2011. Kyleakin Hall, Isle of Skye at 7.30. Free entry. Refreshments for sale.
• Tuesday 4th October 2011, Tigh na Sgire, Portree, Isle of Skye at 7.30pm. Free entry. Refreshments for sale.
• Thursday 6th October 2011. One Touch Theatre, Eden Court, Inverness at 7.30pm. Adults £5.00 concessions £3.00, includes refreshments.

If you miss the shows visit the Rag Tag ‘n’ Textile website on www.ragtagntextile.org.uk and visit the shop in Balmacara Square, Nr Kyle of Lochalsh.

Website: www.highlandmhfestival.com
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