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An Evening of Poetry About Paintings
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Stewart Conn, Dilys Rose and Alan Riach wax poetical about all things artistic over a glass of wine.
22 May 7.30 Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh
Ash Dickinson
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Slam champion Ash Dickinson explores life in verse in 'Unrest at the Dolphinarium'. 'Part of the Leith Festival'
5 Jun 8.00 Bar Diesel, Edinburgh
Embracing the Ephemeral
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A practical workshop led by Julie Johnstone, editor of Essence Press, that examines the physical context lend to a poem by its printing and binding. Please bring along several short text pieces. Booking essential.
14 Jun 10.00am–1.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
In a Different Light
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An exhibition of new works exploring short phrases, comprising hand-bound books, cards and screen-prints from Julie Johnstone's Essence Press imprint.
19 Apr–19 Jul, not Sundays Mon–Fri 11.00am–6.00; Sat 1.00–5.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
The Lost Makar
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Party like it's 1299 with poetry and period music inspired by the lost makar, Roull of Corstorphine, performed by Edinburgh's first poet laureate Stewart Conn and musician-jester John Sampson.
26 Jun 7.00 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Poems Aloud: Edinburgh
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An Old Town Festival special with locally-inspired poetry. Please book in advance as spaces are limited.
18 Jun 1.00–2.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Poems Aloud: Iain Crichton Smith
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A celebration of the much-loved poetry of Iain Crichton Smith on the 80th anniversary and 10 years after his death. Hosted by Christine De Luca. Please book in advance.
20 May 10.00am–2.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Poetry and Literature
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Readings of work by female writers from today and yesterday. 'Part of Ladyfest'.
17 May 2.00–5.00 Elvis Shakespeare, Edinburgh
Poetry from New Zealand
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Andrew Johnstone and Gerrie Fellows bring the land of New Zealand alive with readings from their respective collections, 'Sol' and 'Window for a Small Blue Child'. Booking required.
29 May 7.30 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Poetry, Music and Plants
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Poet Carol Ann Duffy and medieval musician John Sampson work together to create a show for children and adults alike. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
18 Aug–25 Aug 12.00 Royal Botanic Garden (Lecture Theatre), Edinburgh
Reading Group: New Books
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Librarian Julie Johnstone will select the pick of the library's new poetry for discussion at this monthly group. This month's book is 'Tilt' by Jean Sprackland. For booking and more details please phone or email reception@spl.org.uk.
9 Jun 6.30–8.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Reading Group: Nothing but The Poem
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Removing the pressures of review, criticism and hype, and without relying on background knowledge, this gentle reading group led by Julie Johnstone focuses on the reader's response to the text. For booking and more details please phone or email reception@spl.org.uk
27 May, 2 Jun, 24 Jun 6.30–8.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Reading Group: Round Table
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An informal poetry reading group that encourages lively debate and offers members the chance to choose the poems. For booking and more details please phone or email reception@spl.org.uk
26 May, 16 Jun 6.00–8.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Sample Saturday: Arvon Courses at Moniack Mhor
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Novelist Cynthia and poet John Glenday offer a taster of their creative writing courses. Booking required.
24 May 11.00am–2.30 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Shore Poets
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This month the special guests are Stephanie Green and Ken Cockburn with a cappella singing from Just Voices.
25 May 7.45 Mai Thai, Edinburgh

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