Talks And Lectures Events in Edinburgh in September 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
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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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Tea and Talks
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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900 Voices
The voices of Edinburgh’s communities shape an ever-evolving sound installation inside St Giles’ Cathedral's magnificent interior.
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Scottish Geology Festival
Learn about the incredible stories hidden within Scotland's rocks when the Scottish Geology Festival returns for 2024 between September 1st and October 6th!
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Evening Lectures: ‘The World’s End Murders: The Inside Story’ with Tom Wood
Join author and ex-Police Officer Tom Wood whose book tells the story of the horrific killing of two Edinburgh teenagers in 1977 and of the extraordinary police investigation over almost four decades!
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Candice Brathwaite: Manifesto - CANCELLED
Join us at the Assembly Rooms for an inspiring evening with critically-acclaimed Sunday Times bestselling author, advocate, journalist and TV presenter Candice Brathwaite!
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An Evening with Deborah Harkness
Enjoy a spectacular evening with bestselling author Deborah Harkness and her latest book The Black Bird Oracle on Thursday 5th September at the Tom Fleming Centre for Performing Arts!
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Flavours Inspired by Art Dinner - CANCELLED
Indulge all your senses in an experience like no other, where you can savour the flavours of the Portrait’s Collection with Chef Alec on 6th September!
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Textile Orientalisms: Paisley Shawls in Literature
Join the National Trust for Scotland on Friday 6th September at the Georgian House to welcome the author, Suchitra Choudhury, for a presentation of her work and wider discussion!
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Jay Rayner - Nights Out At Home
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
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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45th Macaulay Lecture with Gretchen C. Daily
Professor Gretchen C. Daily discusses the need to place a value on nature if we wish to transition towards a more sustainable economy!
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Saving the World with the Circular Economy
Join us at The Melting Pot for the first in our debut series of Social Impact Speaker events on 11th September 'Saving the World with the Circular Economy'.
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Youth Assembly
Calling All Changemakers - Are you Are you aged 18—24 and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people?
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In Conversation: Moyna Flannigan and Sorcha Carey
On the occasion of her exhibition Space Shuffle at Collective, we are delighted to present a conversation between the artist Moyna Flannigan and Collective’s Director Sorcha Carey.
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Resisting the Bomb
This event, on 12th September at the National Library of Scotland, celebrates the contributions of John Ainslie (1954 to 2016) to the anti-nuclear movement in Scotland.
READ MOREDoors Open Days West Lothian
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across West Lothian! This year's event will be held on 14th & 15th September!
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Jacqueline Wilson - Think Again
The Portobello Bookshop team are hosting an event with the one and only Jacqueline Wilson on Monday 16th September at the Assembly Rooms!
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Author Talk- Lawrence Battersby
Join us at McDonald Road Library on 17th September for an author event with historical fiction writer Lawrence Battersby as he talks about the history behind his novel Dead Reckoning!
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Dr George McGavin: It’s a Wild Life: Tales from Television
Dr George McGavin talks about why he switched to broadcasting to reach a wider audience about biodiversity as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
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In Conversation: Rodge Glass & Esa Aldegheri
Join us at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on Wednesday 18th September when we will be joined by Rodge Glass to celebrate the release of his memoir Joshua in the Sky.
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Jargon Busting: What does AI mean to you?
Following a successful series of events showcasing AI and Social Innovation in Edinburgh, we will use this event to demystify AI jargon.
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Bordeux, Or Not Bordeaux Wine Tasting
Join Cockburns of Leith this Thursday 19th September for a free wine tasting as we celebrate Bordeaux Wine Month!
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Alzheimer Scotland Annual Conference 2024
Alzheimer Scotland’s annual conference will take place on Friday 20th September at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC).
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Homegrown: Celebrating Scottish Fashion
Join us at Dovecot Studios on 21st September for an evening of diversity and Scottish fashion as we partner with the I Am More Than campaign for an inspiring fashion show and discussion panel.
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The Wee Sleep Coach is Here!
Unlock the Power of Sleep: A Guide for Parents at IKEA Edinburgh! Join us on Saturday 21st September and learn practical strategies to overcome bedtime battles that often plague busy families!
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Beetroots Collective will host a special screening of Green Border at Southside Community Centre followed by an online Q&A with activist Michał who provides humanitarian aid at the border.
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Local History Talk- Dave Farries QFSM- Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage
Join Dave Farries at McDonald Road Library on Monday 23rd September for this talk on the history of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service in Scotland and Edinburgh!
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Join Waterstones West End Tuesday 24th September when we will be joined by Dougie Donnelly to celebrate the release of My Life in Sport.
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‘What if Women Designed the City?’- Author event with Dr May East
Join Dr May East at Leith Library on 24th September for a participatory exchange to celebrate the launch of her book 'What if Women Designed the City?'.
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The Neuroscience of Art with Robyn Landau
This talk explores the intricate and fundamental relationship between the human brain and art, revealing just how powerful art is, creating long-lasting physiological and neurological changes.
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Bordeaux in the ‘Burgh Wine Tasting
Join Cockburns of Leith for a free wine tasting on 25th September and journey back to the past as we discuss Bordeaux’s history with Edinburgh, the Auld Alliance, and how Cockburns of Leith began!
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Plant Magic Talk
Join Greg Kenicer, botanist and lecturer at the Royal Botanic Garden of Edinburgh, at Dovecot Studios on 25th September to explore how and why plants have been used in magic over centuries!
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The Neuroscience of Music with Prof. Lauren Stewart
What happens in your brain & body when you listen to music? Explore how it shapes our identities and future therapeutic uses at this talk on 25th September at the Assembly Roxy!
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In Conversation with Elle Machray and L.R. Lam
Join us at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on Thursday 26th September to celebrate Elle Machray's Remember, Remember.
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An Evening with Lucy Wood
Lucy Jane Wood, online content creator, avid reader and cosiness-seeker, joins us at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on 27th September to celebrate the release of her debut novel Rewitched!
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Toad On The Road: An Evening With Neighbours’ Star Ryan Moloney
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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An Evening with Catherine Doyle - CANCELLED
Join Catherine Doyle on Saturday 28th September as we celebrate the publication of the most fiery enemys-to-lovers romantasy of the year, The Dagger and the Flame!
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Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered
The Edinburgh Women’s Fiction Festival is thrilled to present the "Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered" panel, featuring debut authors Nadia El-Fassi and Lucy Jane Wood!
READ MOREDoors Open Days - Edinburgh
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Edinburgh! This year's event will be held on September 28rd & 29th!
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Royal Observatory Doors Open Days
Meet scientists and engineers who work at the Royal Observatory Edinburgh and find out more about the amazing astronomy and scientific innovations taking place there!
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Tim Peake: Astronauts - The Quest To Explore Space
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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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:
Heritage Class: The Story Of Clarkston
What was our home area like hundreds of years ago? How did it change into what we can see today and who was responsible? Come along and explore the story of Clarkston including Stamperland & Overlee.
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Doors Open Days East Renfrewshire
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across East Renfrewshire! This year's event will be held on September 21st & 22nd.
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An Audience With Dr David R. Hamilton
As part of their Scotland Inspires series, join Eastwood Park Theatre as they welcome Dr David Hamilton to talk about his inspirational practice and answer your questions.
READ MORETalks 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:
Doors Open Days - Fife West
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Fife. Check out this year's events in Fife West!
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Killer Books: Professor David Wilson and Marcel Theroux
Novelist and presenter Marcel Theroux and criminologists Professor David Wilson combine their professional backgrounds to discuss books that have motivated murder.
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Harmonies of Heritage
Members of the public are invited to a free event in which the 1850 Flight organ, housed at the 'Auld Kirk' of St Monans, will be heard in solo repertoire, followed by a discussion.
READ MORETalks 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:
Janice Hallet and Louise Welsh
Join Janice Hallet and Louise Welsh, two of the biggest names in crime fiction, as they team up for this special Aye Write event!
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Film Screening: Green Border
Beetroots Collective will host a special screening of Green Border at The Pyramid at Anderston followed by an online Q&A with activist Michał who provides humanitarian aid at the border.
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BBC Radio 4’s Any Questions?
BBC Radio 4's flagship political discussion programme, Any Questions?, is coming to Skypark, Glasgow on Friday 13 September!
READ MORETalks 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 run professionally-led monthly groups across Lanarkshire for people living with all forms of chronic pain.
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Cumbernauld Folk Club Presents Peggy Seeger In Conversation - CANCELLED
Join Cumbernauld Folk Club for an intimate conversation with Peggy Seeger, a unique artist who has carved a special place in the folk music of both the UK and the USA!
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The Fourth 50th Anniversary Talk - ‘Lowland Highlanders’
Join photographer John Irvine for the fourth of five talks celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Museum of Lead Mining.
READ MORETalks 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:
Killer Books: Professor David Wilson and Marcel Theroux
Novelist and presenter Marcel Theroux and criminologist Professor David Wilson combine their professional backgrounds to discuss books that have motivated murder!
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Gryffe Valley Book Festival
The first ever Gryffe Valley Book Festival will run from 6th to the 12th September in venues across Bridge of Weir, Houston and Kilmacolm!
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Launch of Renfrewshire Climate Action Network
Renfrewshire Climate Hub invite you to join them for the launch of the Renfrewshire Climate Action Network on Tuesday 24th September at Paisley Town Hall.
READ MORETalks 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:
An Evening with Dougie Donnelly
Join Waterstones Stirling at Central Library on Tuesday 17th September when we will be joined by Dougie Donnelly to celebrate the release of My Life in Sport.
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Bloody Scotland 2024
The 13th international crime writing festival returns from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th September with a fabulous programme of authors to help bring a shiver to your spine.
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Light and Shade, Tradition and Change
Join fine art photographer Mark Leslie in conversation with Dr Heather Carroll, Events and Exhibitions Officer at The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum, for this talk on 6th September!
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Highlight Talks
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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Mark Evans: Heart of Arabia: In the Footsteps of Harry St John Philby
Mark Evans shares the story of recreating Philby's pioneering 1917 journey across Arabia as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme!
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