Hi DUGs,
There’s plenty to look forward to: welcoming new ukulele players, sharing some Scottish favourites and bringing a little Christmas cheer to our local events. Here’s what’s coming up—and how you can join in!
Annual General Meeting
We’ll begin Wednesday’s meeting with our AGM. Please take a look at the attached papers in this week's email newsletter beforehand so you’re ready to join the discussion.
Attached to the email: Agenda, Minutes of the 2025 AGM, Financial Statement, Assets List and Chair’s Report.
A quick heads-up: we may start slightly later this week. Doune Woodland Group—the volunteers from Doune Ponds—are holding their AGM in the Hall until 7.30.
The chairs will already be set out, so I’ll just need a few minutes to set up the projector and other equipment. We shouldn’t be delayed for long.
To our lovely early-bird helpers: thank you for lending a hand each week! No need to arrive too early this Wednesday.
Events Calendar
Fancy a chance to play, meet people and spread a little DUGs cheer? We have several events coming up. None needs a huge group, but your support will make a difference—come along wherever you can.
Teith Fest
Saturday 14 November, 10am - noon
Let’s help newcomers discover the joy of the ukulele! As part of Teith Fest, we’re hosting an “Introduction to the Ukulele” session.
Come along, play alongside the group and give our visitors a warm welcome as they try the ukulele. Your friendly faces will help show what makes DUGs such fun.
Santa's arrival at Dobbies
Sunday 22 November, 11am
Let’s give Santa a musical welcome! We’ve been asked to play a few Christmas songs on Sunday morning, 22nd November, alongside members of the Ochil Strummers. If you can join us, we’d love to have you along—the more DUGs, the merrier!
Stirling School of English - St Andrew’s Day Ceilidh
Monday 23 November, 6.00 pm
Albert Halls, Stirling
A short set, a lively ceilidh and stovies—what’s not to like? We’ve been invited to play for 10–15 minutes during the break. Afterwards, we can pack away our ukuleles, join the dancing and enjoy some stovies together.
We expect to perform at around 7.00 pm. Can’t stay for the whole evening? Pop along just for our set—we’ll be delighted to see you!
Doune Dementia Support
Thursday 17 December, 1 - 3 pm
We’ve been invited to bring some festive music to the group’s Christmas party. Just as last year, Santa will join us with his ukulele for a Christmas sing-along. Come and help us make it a cheerful afternoon!
Doune Christmas Fayre
Friday 4 December
One to discuss: we’ve been asked to play at the Christmas Fayre again. We’ve enjoyed taking part in previous years, but playing outdoors in December isn’t for everyone. I haven’t confirmed this event yet—let’s talk at the meeting about whether we’d like to take part.
Keep an eye on the DUGs website for full details of all upcoming events: Events Calendar.
Playlist
This week’s playlist takes us from feel-good favourites to Scottish sing-alongs and a festive finale. We’ll start with the three songs for Saturday’s “Introduction to the Ukulele” event, followed by the three we’ve been working on in our workshops with Ukulele Saz.
Then it’s time for our Scottish selection. Which three or four would you choose for the St Andrew Ceilidh? Bring your favourites to the meeting!
We’ll finish with a little Christmas cheer and discuss which songs to take to our festive events.
Three Little Birds
Enjoy Yourself
Teenage Kicks
Whistle For The Choir
Somewhere In My Heart
Sweet Child of Mine
Flower of Scotland
Loch Lomond
Mairi's Wedding
I'm on my Way
I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Jingle Bells
Feliz Navidad
Jingle Bell Rock
Must Be Santa
Blue Christmas
Frosty The Snowman
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
Thanks for making DUGs such a friendly group. Whether you can join us for one event or several, your music and company are always welcome. See you on Wednesday!