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Costume Society Scotland Events

Selected dates between 6th November 2023 - 13th May 2024

Come along to the Costume Society Scotland's season of varied talks on fashion, costume, textiles, accessories and related subjects between between October and April at Augustine United Church!

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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening

Selected dates between 4th February 2024 - 15th December 2024
Edinburgh South

A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.

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Tea and Talks

Selected dates between 12th March 2024 - 16th May 2024

These tea and talk sessions deliver a series of small-scale talks from the RZSS team in the stunning setting of the Mansion House at Edinburgh Zoo.

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Author talk: Bill Hare - Scottish Art and Artists in Historical and Contemporary Context

19th March 2024

Join author Bill Hare as he talks about his new volume which expands on his invaluable contribution to the cultural development of modern and contemporary Scotland!

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In Conversation: Liza North, Heather Darwent, Cailean Steed

19th March 2024

Join Liza North, Heather Darwent and Cailean Steed to celebrate their brilliant books at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on 19th March!

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Sad Stories of the Death of Kings: The End of the Tudors

20th March 2024

In sickness and in death, the reality of Tudor monarchy emerges to dispel centuries of successful propaganda in talk given by Dr Jessica Sharkey on 20th March.

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Holyrood Sources Live: 25 Years of Devolution

21st March 2024

Join Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein, Andy Maciver - and a range of guests who have lived and experienced every moment of devolution so far. Plus, we'll consider - what should happen next?

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An Audience with Elizabeth Day - Confessions of a Friendaholic

22nd March 2024

Don't miss an unforgettable evening of intimate, enlightening, and important conversation with bestselling author, broadcaster and host of the hit podcast How To Fail, Elizabeth Day!

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An Evening with Sanjeev Kohli

22nd March 2024

Sanjeev Kohli, best known for his iconic role as 'Navid' in the hit comedy series Still Game, brings his 'evening with' show to Assembly Roxy on 22nd March!

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Meet the poet Anna Ayanoglou + Caviardage workshop

26th March 2024

Franco-Greek poet Anna Ayanoglou comes to the Institut Français d’Écosse on Tuesday 26th March for a Reading around her poetry works and also a Caviardage workshop!

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From Botanists to Suffragists: A Women’s History Event

27th March 2024

To end women’s history month with a bang, we're opening The Georgian House after hours for an exclusive women's history experience!

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Beer & Bao

28th March 2024

Pair a tasting flight of beer with Leith's best bao at Moonwake Beer Co. on 28th March!

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Paul McKenna - Success For Life

28th March 2024

If you want to crank up your confidence, clarity, creativity, resilience and happiness, then let Paul McKenna help you!

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The Be-gin-ning: A Gin Experience at Brewhemia

29th March 2024

Join us at Brewhemia for a taste of spring and discover the season's top tipple in our private Boudoir on Friday 29 March!

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‘Heraldry in Chief’ - Welcome to the new world of Scottish Clan Chiefs

30th March 2024

Ross McEwen explains how the lore and legend of Scottish Clan Chiefs, and the modern Scottish legal framework, means global Scottish Clan culture is experiencing an enduring revival.

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Lunch Time Talk: The Eye in Myth and Science

1st April 2024

Join Surgeons' Hall Museums Human Remains Conservator Cat Irving as she discusses the human eye in myth and science during this bite sized talk on 1st April.

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Burgh Blatherers’ Storytelling Ceilidh: Cast Ne’er a Clout

3rd April 2024

Join Edinburgh's own Burgh Blatherers for the second of a regular open-floor storytelling night taking place throughout the year!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Have Zoo Got What it Takes?

3rd April 2024 - 4th April 2024

Meet some of the Edinburgh Zoo staff members at this fun-filled Career Fayre on 3rd & 4th April!

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Alexander Technique Open Day

6th April 2024

From Stress to Poise - Pop into the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 6th April and learn about the Alexander Technique!

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The Aussie Punk Rock Massacre

6th April 2024

The Aussie Punk Rock Massacre is touring the UK and Europe in March/April. During this session on 6th April, you'll get a chance to see the creative team, and ask some questions of them!

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Film screening of Scottish Documentary: TO SEE OURSELVES in Edinburgh

7th April 2024

10 years after the vote on independence, a documentary set in 2014 is touring Scotland and coming to Cameo Picturehouse on Sunday 7th April.

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In Shackleton’s Orbit

10th April 2024

Join Lindsey Gibb and Nicola Wright for a whirlwind tour of the life beyond the ice of the legendary polar explorer Ernest Shackleton at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 10th April.

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What’s your poison?

11th April 2024

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh on 11th April and discover the fascinating history of poisons.

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From Arthur’s Seat Pre-Launch Reading

12th April 2024

From Arthur’s Seat balances grief, sensuality and humour; it is a journey along the edges of human experience. Travel with us.

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Say No To The Helicopter

22nd April 2024

Join Sam Cairns as he shares his journey to conquer Everest, step by gruelling step, at Dynamic Earth on 22nd April!

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Robert Fergusson: the simmer o’ his life

1st May 2024

This tribute event at Scottish Poetry Library on 1st May presents poetry read by James Robertson, who will be in conversation with Professor Rhona Brown.

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All Things Baby Evening

2nd May 2024

Join us at John Lewis Edinburgh on 2nd May for an evening of talks, demos, shopping and more to help you prepare for your parenting journey!

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Powder and Pomade

3rd May 2024

Join exhibition curator and Surveyor of The King's Pictures Anna Reynolds for a closer look at 18th-century hairstyles on 3rd May in The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse!

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FISHING: Meet the Artist - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

4th May 2024

A chance to hear from artist Stephanïe Vandëm, whose exhibition FISHING is showing at the Scottish Storytelling Centre as part of Tradfest!

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Book Launch: Yum by Susi Briggs - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

6th May 2024

Join Susi Briggs for stories in the cosy Storytelling Court to celebrate the launch of her new book Yum, illustrated by Charlotte Brayley and published by Foggie Toddle Books.

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Lunch Time Talk- Asbestos From Magic Mineral to Deathly Dust

6th May 2024

Join Surgeons' Hall Museums Research Fellow Professor Ken Donaldson as he discusses Asbestos in this bite sized talk on 6th May!

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Dionne Warwick

7th May 2024

Join Dionne Warwick on stage and in person while she takes you on an unforgettable journey through her fascinating life story and one of the most successful music careers of our times.

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A King’s Visit: George IV in Edinburgh

10th May 2024

Join Emma Stead, Curator at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, to learn about George IV’s visit to Edinburgh in 1822.

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The Psychology Of Serial Killers with Jennifer Rees

15th May 2024

Join expert forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees at Edinburgh Playhouse to explore one of Forensic Psychology’s most troubling topics!

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ADHD Love Live: The Small Talk Tour

18th May 2024

After a sellout debut show in London, Rich and Rox are now taking ADHD Love LIVE on tour! Prepare for an evening of laughter, honest conversation, and radical shame reduction.

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Rory Stewart: Politics on the Edge

9th June 2024

Join co-presenter of the hit podcast The Rest is Politics, Rory Stewart - diplomat, explorer, cabinet minister and writer - for an evening of no-holds barred discussion!

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Dressing Children in the 18th century

21st June 2024

Join Assistant Curator Lucy Peter as she explores an important philosophical shift in attitudes towards childhood and children’s fashion in the 18th century!

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Henry Winkler: The Fonz and Beyond

25th June 2024

Join the legendary Henry Winkler at the Usher Hall as he shares stories of his life on the 50th anniversary of his time in Hollywood!

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150 years of women writing medicine

26th June 2024

Join three specialists for a discussion on the writing of women doctors, past and present at Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh on 26th June!

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An Evening with David Sedaris

10th July 2024

David Sedaris will take An Evening With David Sedaris across the UK and Ireland in summer 2024. Catch him live at the Usher Hall on Wednesday 10th July!

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Girls Overheard

13th July 2024

Get ready to eavesdrop on the juiciest conversations from Glasgow's own Eilidh Wells, Lauren Kerr, and Ash Reid in 'Girls Overheard' at the Assembly Rooms on Saturday 13th July!

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Jay Rayner - Nights Out At Home

8th September 2024

Join the ever-tasteful, often hilarious, writer and broadcaster Jay Rayner as he celebrates 25 years as The Observer’s award-winning restaurant critic with the publication of Nights Out At Home!

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Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Mad, Bad and Dangerous - CANCELLED

8th September 2024

Spend an evening in the company of the extraordinary Sir Ranulph Fiennes OBE as he goes beyond his record-breaking achievements to explore the man behind the myth.

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Toad On The Road: An Evening With Neighbours’ Star Ryan Moloney

27th September 2024

An evening with Ryan Moloney from Neighbours. With surprises on the night and an extended Q&A section, this is the ultimate night for every Neighbours fan!

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Tim Peake: Astronauts - The Quest To Explore Space

29th September 2024

After multiple sell-out tours with his debut show, My Journey to Space, Tim Peake brings his hugely anticipated new show, ASTRONAUTS: The Quest to Explore Space! to Edinburgh Playhouse!

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Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night

23rd October 2024

Join Jon Ronson at the Usher Hall for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy!

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An Evening with Fran Lebowitz

4th November 2024

Fran Lebowitz, the star of Netflix's Pretend It's A City, will be live in conversation at the Usher Hall on Monday 4th November!

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An Audience with Monty Don

2nd December 2024

Join BBC Gardeners' World presenter and gardening writer, Monty Don, as he shares his passion for gardens and the unique role they play in human inspiration and wellbeing.

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Talks And Lectures Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Alpha Course

Alpha Course

Selected dates between 10th April 2024 - 19th June 2024

Barrhead and Neilston Churches of Scotland invite you to join them for Alpha... a series of group conversations that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith in an open, friendly environment.

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Heritage Walk: Busby - Mill Wheels & Waterfalls

Heritage Walk: Busby - Mill Wheels & Waterfalls

21st March 2024

Join local historian Stuart Nisbet on a detective trail, chasing the story of Busby's pioneering mills and how they led to the growth of the village.

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ABC - An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry

ABC - An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry

13th October 2024

Eastwood Park Theatre has announced 'An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry' on Sunday 13th October!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Reformers and Innovators, Stories from the Wardlaw Museum

Reformers and Innovators, Stories from the Wardlaw Museum

21st March 2024

In this talk, Eilidh Lawrence will share some of the ground-breaking discoveries, inventions and ideas that were developed in Fife and have had a lasting impact on Scotland.

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Arts Lecture - Bernini:  Genius of the Roman Baroque by Dr Brendan Cassidy

Arts Lecture - Bernini: Genius of the Roman Baroque by Dr Brendan Cassidy

11th June 2024

Our June lecture focuses on the sculptures of Gian Lorenzo Berninion, which are some of the greatest works in marble and bronze in the history of European art.

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A History of British Mass Murders with Professor Craig Jackson

A History of British Mass Murders with Professor Craig Jackson

6th July 2024

Professor Craig Jackson comes to Carnegie Hall on 6th July with A History of British Mass Murderers.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Glasgow Zine Fest: Cocoon Radio Glasgow Zine Fest Special

Glasgow Zine Fest: Cocoon Radio Glasgow Zine Fest Special

5th May 2024

In this special edition of Cocoon Radio, meet the makers behind some of the zines at the festival, and learn about their process.

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Glasgow Zine Fest: Reimagining Ways of Seeing

Glasgow Zine Fest: Reimagining Ways of Seeing

4th May 2024

In this interactive talk, we will consider this, asking how we can expand our notions of what art and design can be.

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Ronnie Woods Memorial Lecture

Ronnie Woods Memorial Lecture

25th April 2024

The Glasgow Academy Archive would like to invite you to the annual Ronnie Woods Memorial Lecture for 2024 featuring guest lecturer Niall Murphy.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Pain Association Scotland - Self Management for People Living with Chronic Pain

Pain Association Scotland - Self Management for People Living with Chronic Pain

Selected dates between 7th February 2024 - 28th November 2024

Pain Association Scotland run professionally-led monthly groups across Lanarkshire for people living with all forms of chronic pain.

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An Evening with Jeff Stelling

An Evening with Jeff Stelling

21st November 2024

The Town House hosts an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years!

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An Evening with Neil Lennon

An Evening with Neil Lennon

27th September 2024

Come and enjoy this evening of conversation with this Celtic Legend where Neil Lennon reflects on his career highs and lows, and also participates in our audience Q&A.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

ABC - An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry

ABC - An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry

12th October 2024

Beacon Arts Centre has announced 'An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry' on Saturday 12th October!

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Simon Yates of Touching the Void - My Mountain Life

Simon Yates of Touching the Void - My Mountain Life

3rd May 2024

Join Simon Yates of Touching the Void as he shares his journeys to some of the remotest mountains on the planet at Beacon Arts Centre!

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Tish Screening and Local Photography Exhibition + Q&A

Tish Screening and Local Photography Exhibition + Q&A

22nd March 2024

Join Refractive for a screening of documentary feature film, Tish by Paul Sng, at The Wynd Centre on Friday 22nd March.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Talks at The Smith: Highlights: The Smith’s Collection at 150

Talks at The Smith: Highlights: The Smith’s Collection at 150

24th April 2024

In this special talk to celebrate The Smith’s 150th birthday in 2024, we have a delightful two-hander, sharing the views of the professionals.

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ABC – An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry

ABC – An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry

11th October 2024

The Albert Halls Stirling has announced an intimate evening with ABC frontman Martin Fry on Friday 11th October!

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Don Roberto & Scotland: International Perspectives

Don Roberto & Scotland: International Perspectives

11th May 2024 - 12th May 2024

Enjoy two days of talks and visits celebrating the life, travels and vision of Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham at The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum on 11th & 12th May!

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 13th September 2023 - 26th June 2024

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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Professor Roger Crofts: The Future of Trees

Professor Roger Crofts: The Future of Trees

27th March 2024

Roger Crofts celebrates the role of trees in our lives and considers how to ensure that we have well-maintained woods as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!

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