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Alistair Brownlee, Jonathan Brownlee: Book Signing
The Olympic medal-winning triathletes will discuss their success and sign copies of their joint autobiography, Swim, Bike, Run.
Waterstones, Leeds
Tue 4 Jun
Free / 0113 244 4588
- 17:00
Waterstones, Leadenhall Market, London EC3V
Mon 3 Jun
Free / 020 7220 7882
- 12:30
Dawn O'Porter: Book Signing
Dawn O'Porter signs copies of her new book, Paper Aeroplanes.
Waterstones, Cardiff
Thu 30 May
Free / 029 2066 5606
- 17:00
Waterstones, Manchester
Wed 29 May
Free / 0161 832 8563
- 16:00
Waterstones Liverpool One
Wed 29 May
Free / 0151 709 9820
- 12:00
Staple Matter
The Patriothall building dates back to the beginning of the 20th century and was used as a co-operative bakery that provided food for Stockbridge and the wider area. Abandoned in the 1940s it was converted by artists into studios in the 1980s and today, housing WASPS artist-run studios, retains many architectural elements…
Patriothall Gallery, Edinburgh
Tue 6 Aug
Free / 0131 226 7126
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 12:00 – 18:00
Wed 7 Aug
Free / 0131 226 7126
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 12:00 – 18:00
Thu 8 Aug
Free / 0131 226 7126
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 12:00 – 18:00
Joan Eardley
An exhibition of work by the late Joan Eardley, showing pieces from the gallery's collection, to mark the 50th anniversary of her death.
Lillie Art Gallery, Glasgow
Fri 24 May
Free / 0141 956 5536
-
14:00 – 17:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 956 5536
- 14:00 – 17:00
Tue 28 May
Free / 0141 956 5536
- 14:00 – 17:00
Wed 29 May
Free / 0141 956 5536
- 14:00 – 17:00
The Ultimate Kate Bush Experience
Shambush! attempt to set a world record and we need YOU! Dress like Kate in a red dress and join us on the South Downs to re-enact the classic Wuthering Heights video and find your inner Bush! Everyone welcome. For the love of Bush, join us! A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).
The South Downs National Park, Brighton
Sat 25 May
Scottish Boat Race
The annual rowing competition (and second oldest in the country) between those old rivals, the University of Glasgow and the University of Edinburgh.
Glasgow Harbour
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 330 5429
- 12:30 – 14:00
Mono Sunday Social
A weekly event for those who like to do their chillaxing outside of the home. There's papers, a brunch menu, coffee, tea and beer, table football and DJs David Barbarossa and James Pole in the evening to help with your pursuit of Sunday bliss.
Mono, Glasgow
Sun 26 May
Free / 0141 553 2400
- 12:00 – 01:00
Sun 2 Jun
Free / 0141 553 2400
- 12:00 – 01:00
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 0141 553 2400
- 12:00 – 01:00
Leytonstone Library, London E11
Fri 31 May
Free / 020 8496 1190
- 13:30 – 14:30
Fri 7 Jun
Free / 020 8496 1190
- 13:30 – 14:30
Fri 14 Jun
Free / 020 8496 1190
- 13:30 – 14:30
Waterstones, Deansgate, Manchester
Sun 26 May
Free / 0161 837 3000
- 14:30 – 15:00
Sun 2 Jun
Free / 0161 837 3000
- 14:30 – 15:00
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 0161 837 3000
- 14:30 – 15:00
Sun 16 Jun
Free / 0161 837 3000
- 14:30 – 15:00
Daniel McLaughlin: Let Me Entertain You
The debut stand-up show from Irish comedian Daniel McLaughlin, featuring his unique take on everything from religion to sport and much more. Suitable for ages 18+.
The Quadrant, Brighton
Fri 31 May
Sat 1 Jun
Sun 2 Jun
The Very Scariesome Lollipop Lady
A tale told in rhyme. A story of bravery, busy roads, friendship, a magical lollipop stick, and a really, really, really scary road crossing patrol officer. Ages 3-8. Babies welcome. Award-winning comic Martha McBrier’s first children’s show. “Resembles a Roald Dahl novel or a Dr Seuss poem”(Broadway Baby), “Warm, funny…
The Quadrant, Brighton
Tue 28 May
Wed 29 May
Thu 30 May
Helene Kazan: A Domestic Image Of Preemption
Multimedia installation which creates a domestic space from a sequence of interacting, moving photographic images.
Lubomirov-Easton, London SE8
Fri 24 May
Free
- 12:00 – 18:00
Sat 25 May
Free
- 12:00 – 18:00
Fifty Years Young: Family Day and Barbecue
Get the whole family out for this veggie BBQ, complete with kebabs and kids' activities. There's also a bicycle-powered smoothie maker on hand, which right there is reason enough to attend. Of course, it's all free, so there's that, too.
Henderson's @ St John's, Edinburgh
Mon 27 May
Free / 0131 229 0212
Part of Henderson's 50/50 Food Festival.
- 12:00 – 16:00
Kyla McCallum: Foldability
Lighting installations made from folded paper by Glasgow-trained designer Kyla McCallum.
The Lighthouse, Glasgow
Sun 26 May
Free / 0141 276 5360
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 2 Jun
Free / 0141 276 5360
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 0141 276 5360
- 12:00 – 17:00
Saturdays at The Rigger
DJ Munchkin spins goth, metal and industrial.
The Rigger, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Sat 25 May
Free / 01782 616602
- 12:00
Archaeoprint: a hidden landscape
Art exhibition using archaeological data.
Gallery Ten, Edinburgh
Sun 2 Jun
Free
- 12:00 – 16:00
Sun 9 Jun
Free
- 12:00 – 16:00
Sun 16 Jun
Free
- 12:00 – 16:00
Bronwen Sleigh: Artist Talk
Artist Bronwen Sleigh discusses her practice. Booking is essential.
Edinburgh Printmakers
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 557 2479
- 14:00 – 15:00
Dawn O'Porter: Paper Aeroplanes
The television presenter and author signs copies of her new novel, a coming-of-age story wrapped up in small-town life, drawn from her own childhood growing up in Guernsey.
Waterstones, Glasgow
Tue 28 May
Free / 0141 332 9105
- 16:00
Daydreams And Diaries: The Story Of Jacqueline Wilson
Illustrations about how the author's characters were created, including Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather and displays about her working processes from ideas to text and favourite stories.
Ferens Art Gallery, Hull
Sun 26 May
Free / 01482 613902
- 13:30 – 16:30
Sun 2 Jun
Free / 01482 613902
- 13:30 – 16:30
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 01482 613902
- 13:30 – 16:30
Friday Night Social
Friday night after-work wind down with cocktail masterclasses and live music.
The Living Room, Glasgow
Fri 24 May
Free / 0141 229 0607
- 17:00 – 03:00
Fri 31 May
Free / 0141 229 0607
- 17:00 – 03:00
Fri 7 Jun
Free / 0141 229 0607
- 17:00 – 03:00
Little Birds Market
New market with a tantalising selection of vintage, craft and design vendors – including clothes, jewellery, handmade, up-cycled furniture, accessories, homewares, food, cakes, millinery, stationery, art and lots more.
Sloans, Glasgow
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 07946 715204
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 14 Jul
Free / 07946 715204
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 11 Aug
Free / 07946 715204
- 12:00 – 17:00
RollerStop Summer Launch Party
Get your skates on and roll on down to an extra special RollerStop disco to celebrate their summer season.
SWG3, Glasgow
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 0141 357 7246
- 16:00 – 22:00
Sandwell Central Library, West Bromwich
Tue 11 Jun
Free / 0121 569 4911
- 14:00 – 16:00
Tue 9 Jul
Free / 0121 569 4911
- 14:00 – 16:00
Aperol Spritz Stage
Find our bar and boutique stage at The Famous Spiegel Garden where a daily performance space will be on offer for all. Follow @aperolspritzUK for more information on how to apply and audition #321SpritzStage Afternoon & evening slots available. Suitable for ages 18+.
Aperol Spritz Social, Brighton
Fri 24 May
Sat 25 May
Sun 26 May
An Edinburgh View
Work by gallery artists inspired by Edinburgh and its environs.
Gallery Ten, Edinburgh
Sun 26 May
Free
- 12:00 – 16:00



