As part of the Doric Festival, there will be a celebration in honour of Dean John Skinner (1721-1807), in St Margaret's Chapel, Gallowgate, Aberdeen, beginning at 7pm. Taking part and giving readings will be well known North East poet and singer Sheena Blackhall, Bill Thom (author of The Quait Chiel) and Duncan Lockerbie of Tapsalteerie publishing.