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Buta Azerbaijan Scotland Association

Buta Azerbaijan Scotland Association fosters cultural connection by celebrating Azerbaijani traditions in Scotland, particularly through the Novruz Gala, which promotes community ties, heritage preservation, and cultural immersion for all ages.

Dear friends, Join us for a special day of fun, celebration and community connection as we mark the end of the school year and celebrate Azerbaijani Armed Forces Day together. We are inviting children and families to enjoy an exciting laser tag adventure and a relaxed community picnic where we can spend time together, share food, &nbsp;celebrate a year of learning, friendships, and memories. Laser Tag PartyChildren and adults can &nbsp;take part in an action-packed laser tag session (but children are given priority), including:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">60 minutes of laser gaming</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Full-body camouflage coveralls</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Laser guns</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Pre-game briefing</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Party area afterwards</li></ul>After the game, we will continue our picnic.&nbsp; Spaces for the laser tag session are limited (only 18). &nbsp;Priority will be given to children.&nbsp; We ask families to register early to avoid disappointment. This event is open to Buta families and friends. We look forward to celebrating with you! 📅 Date: 28 June 📍 Location: Battlefield Ground, Banchory ⏰ Time: 11am. Please be there by 10.40 Please register in advance so we can organise the event. Registration will close on 20 June&nbsp;

Laser tag and picnic

Scolty Stroll and Samovar(Registration is required as knowing approximate numbers for each part of the event helps us organise food, transport and picnic space.)Join us for a relaxed and fun community day in beautiful Banchory and Scolty Hill. &nbsp; We will meet at King George V Park in Banchory before driving together to the Scolty Hill car park. From there, we&rsquo;ll head off for a walk around the hill and surrounding area. For some people it may feel like a hike, for others more like a gentle stroll, so everyone is welcome to go at their own pace and enjoy the day in their own way. There is absolutely no pressure for everyone to join the walk. Some people may prefer to come mainly for the picnic, conversations and community atmosphere, and that is completely welcome too. After the walk, we&rsquo;ll return to the park for a well-deserved rest with food, snacks, drinks, pizzas, samovar tea, and time to relax together outdoors. &nbsp; Approximate timings:<br style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">11:00 am: Meet at King George V Park, Banchory<br style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">11:15 am: Drive together to Scolty Hill car park<br style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">11:30 am :&nbsp;Walk / stroll / hike around Scolty Hill<br style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration-thickness: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">1:00 pm onwards:&nbsp;Picnic, pizzas, samovar tea, games and relaxation in the park Feel free to bring anything that might make the afternoon even more enjoyable, including outdoor &nbsp;games, books, tennis equipment, folding tables, picnic blankets, music, snacks. In other words, bring anything else you would like to contribute to the atmosphere. &nbsp; This is a chance to spend time together, enjoy nature, have conversations, relax, and make good memories as a community. Families and friends are welcome. By registering below, you help us plan tea, snacks, and transport. Families, friends and first‑time visitors are all welcome.&nbsp;

Scolty Stroll and Samovar

The annual Novruz Gala, organised by Buta Azerbaijan Scotland Association, marks the arrival of spring and renewal through vibrant Azerbaijani traditions adapted for the Scottish community. This March event brings together families, community members and friends for an evening of cultural immersion, nurturing belonging and heritage preservation. 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--tw-blur: ; --tw-brightness: ; --tw-contrast: ; --tw-grayscale: ; --tw-hue-rotate: ; --tw-invert: ; --tw-saturate: ; --tw-sepia: ; --tw-drop-shadow: ; --tw-backdrop-blur: ; --tw-backdrop-brightness: ; --tw-backdrop-contrast: ; --tw-backdrop-grayscale: ; --tw-backdrop-hue-rotate: ; --tw-backdrop-invert: ; --tw-backdrop-opacity: ; --tw-backdrop-saturate: ; --tw-backdrop-sepia: ; --tw-contain-size: ; --tw-contain-layout: ; --tw-contain-paint: ; --tw-contain-style: ; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;">Festive decoration &nbsp;featuring samani (sprouted wheat), dyed eggs, candles, and more.</li><li fr-original-style="box-sizing: border-box; border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; border-color: oklch(var(--foreground-subtler-color)); scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; 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--tw-hue-rotate: ; --tw-invert: ; --tw-saturate: ; --tw-sepia: ; --tw-drop-shadow: ; --tw-backdrop-blur: ; --tw-backdrop-brightness: ; --tw-backdrop-contrast: ; --tw-backdrop-grayscale: ; --tw-backdrop-hue-rotate: ; --tw-backdrop-invert: ; --tw-backdrop-opacity: ; --tw-backdrop-saturate: ; --tw-backdrop-sepia: ; --tw-contain-size: ; --tw-contain-layout: ; --tw-contain-paint: ; --tw-contain-style: ; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;">Azerbaijani deserts including pakhlava, shekerbura, alongside interactive games, storytelling and family-friendly entertainment.</li></ul> Cultural SignificanceNovruz, or Novruz Bayramı, celebrates the spring equinox around March 20-21, symbolising winter&#39;s end and nature&#39;s rebirth with customs like jumping over bonfires for purification. For Buta&#39;s Aberdeen gatherings since 2007, it strengthens community ties, passes traditions to the next generation and welcomes international guests to experience Azerbaijani identity. Join UsThis gala continues Buta&#39;s legacy of bringing the Azerbaijani community together.. Attendance supports cultural preservation and wellbeing initiatives for Azerbaijani Scots

Buta Azerbaijan Scotland Association

Buta Azerbaijan Scotland Association

Buta Azerbaijan Scotland Association

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Laser tag and picnic

Scolty Stroll and Samovar

Annual Novruz Gala

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Laser tag and picnic

Scolty Stroll and Samovar

Annual Novruz Gala

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