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The 2012 Middle East Festival Forum on Aggression, Leadership and Masculinity
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Chaired by Carol Craig, this panel forum examines the differing religious and spiritual attitudes to aggression and retaliation. Part of The Edinburgh International Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace Festival 2012.
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3 Mar 6.30pm The Augustine Church, Edinburgh
The 2012 Middle East Festival Forum on Conflict and Seeing Different Points of View
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Hugh R Donald OBE chairs this forum on conflict, and explores how various disciplines can be used to break through barriers. Part of The Edinburgh International Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace Festival 2012.
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10 Mar 6.30pm The Augustine Church, Edinburgh
The 2012 Middle East Festival Forum on Culture, Health and Wellbeing
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Rev Sandy Young chairs this forum discussing the limitations and the benefits of modernity. Part of The Edinburgh International Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace Festival 2012.
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7 Mar 6.30pm The Augustine Church, Edinburgh
The 2012 Middle East Festival Forum on Spirituality, Religion and Film
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Using selected film clips, Dr Nacim Pak-Shiraz presents a discussion on the representation of spirituality and religion in film. Part of The Edinburgh International Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace Festival 2012.
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1 Mar 6.30pm The Augustine Church, Edinburgh
The 2012 Middle East Festival Forum on the Middle East and the West
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Professor Hugh Goddard examines recent events in the Middle East and comments on the implications they have on relations with the West. Part of The Edinburgh International Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace Festival 2012.
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11 Mar 6.30pm The Augustine Church, Edinburgh
The 2012 Middle East Festival Forum on Transpersonal History and the Future of Peace in the Middle East
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David Lorimer chairs this examination of the how transpersonal history can be used to explore the struggles in the Middle East. Part of The Edinburgh International Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace Festival 2012.
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9 Mar 6.30pm The Augustine Church, Edinburgh
Admiral Cochrane – The Real Master and Commander
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Thomas Cochrane, 10th Earl of Dundonald, was a bundle of contradictions. A brilliant and aggressive naval commander, he was also a fiercely radical politician; over the course of his long career he was a national hero not just in Britain but also in Chile and Brazil, for his efforts in their respective wars of independence, and yet a couple of years earlier he'd been sentenced to a year in prison for stock exchange fraud. His life inspired CS Forester's Hornblower novels as well as Patrick…
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2 Dec 201119 Feb 2012 Mon–Sun 10am–5pm National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Adventures of an Australian Paranormal Investigator
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A talk from Richard Saunders, a resolutely sceptical paranormal investigator from Australia, who has appeared frequently on TV puncturing the supposed mystery of stage psychics, water diviners and ghosts.
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2 Mar
(Over-18s only) 7.30pm
Counting House, Edinburgh
Aerial skills for Children and Teens
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Aerial skills classes including spins, swings and climbs on trapeze, ropes and silks, in six-week blocks offering a perfect release for the energies of Edinburgh's little monkeys.
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23 Feb29 Mar Thu 4–6pm Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh
African Street Jazz
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With Denise Stephani All Levels Explore South African culture through music and dance and get an Afro-funk workout at the same time! Upgrade your stamina and rhythm with an energetic, jazzy combination of traditional and modern African street moves. Great for freeing-up,toning and strength. Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet.
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13 Feb19 Mar Mon 7.30–8.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
Alexander Technique
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With Robert Robertson Or Sarah Bonner-Morgan All Levels The Alexander Technique analyses your whole movement pattern and helps you to become aware of balance, posture and co-ordination while performing everyday actions. This brings into consciousness tensions throughout your body that have previously gone unnoticed. Wear comfortable loose clothing with socks or bare feet.
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8 Feb21 Mar Wed 5.30–6.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
All in a Spin!
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Make a bright spinning top, inspired by the vintage designs from the museum. Best suited to ages 5 years and over.
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31 Mar Sat 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh
Anton and Erin: Let's Do It
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Hole in the Wall presenter and Strictly Come Dancing star Anton du Beke partners Erin Boag in a dance show accompanied by George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Kander & Ebb and Cole Porter.
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18 Feb 7.30pm Usher Hall, Edinburgh
Aphrodisiac Canape Reception: Scientist at your Table
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'Monsieur ambassador, with zese Deer Penis & Ginseng Crostini, you are spoiling us.' Author Mark Douglas Hill and nutrition scientist Dr Alexandra Johnstone explore the history, biology and psychology behind aphrodisiac canapes and cocktails, sorting out the science from the myths. Samples will be available. Ages 18+. Booking is essential.
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8 Apr 7pm John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh
Artist's Talk: Anna Barriball
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The artist behind the current exhibition, in conversation with Fiona Bradley, gallery director.
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14 Mar 6.30pm Fruitmarket Gallery, Edinburgh
Ashtanga Yoga Improvers
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With Polly Rewt Level 2 Aimed at students who have completed a beginners Ashtanga course, this is the ideal class if you are keen to improve and learn more about the technique and benefits of this challenging style of yoga. It is essential that you have a basic knowledge of the sequence to attend this class. Wear comfortable loose clothing with socks or bare feet.
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8 Feb21 Mar Wed 5.30–6.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
Ashtanga Yoga Intermediate
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With Polly Rewt Level 3 For experienced Ashtanga practitioners familiar with the sequence and demands of the Primary Series. This talk-through class will help you deepen understanding of asana and pranayama technique. Occasional variations will be included to challenge and refresh your practice. Not suitable for beginners! Wear comfortable loose clothing with socks or bare feet.
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11 Feb17 Mar Sat 3–4.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
Auld Reekie Roller Girls Home Season 2012
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A spring series of four roller derby matches between Auld Reekie's home teams.
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25 Feb 2pm
In February it's the Skatefast Club versus the Leithal Weapons.
Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh
7 Apr 2pm
The Cherry Bombers take on the Skatefast Club.
Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh
28 Apr 2pm
The Home Season final, as Edinburgh's roller girls decide which team is top of the table.
Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh
Aumba!
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With Dougie Hudson All Levels POP - AFRO - WORLD – MELANGE. Get up and go to a vigorous, high energy, fun and funky workout! Extracting West African dance moves to create a melange of world, pop, high life style dance sequences. To the pre-recorded rhythms and music of popular, modern and traditional African music. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bare feet. We recommend you bring a bottle of water to class.
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9 Feb22 Mar Thu 8.15–9.15pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
Bags of Art
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Collect a bag of art activities from the art station, and you and your family can explore the gallery with its help and make your own art.
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19 Feb 2pm Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, Edinburgh
Bake Club
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Share the love, and the cake, at this skill-swapping session.
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21 Feb 7pm Sofi's, Edinburgh
Ballet: Drop-In (Advanced)
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Weekly adult ballet class for advanced students with experienced tutor Sheena Gough.
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14 Feb27 Mar Tue 6.30–7.45pm Dance For All Studios, Edinburgh
Ballet: Drop-In (General/Improvers)
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Weekly adult ballet class for post-beginner students with experienced tutor Peter Twyman.
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16 Feb29 Mar Thu 6.45–8pm Dance For All Studios, Edinburgh
Ballet: Drop-In (Intermediate)
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Weekly adult ballet class for intermediate students with experienced tutor Nicky Pyrah.
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15 Feb28 Mar Wed 6.45–8pm Dance For All Studios, Edinburgh
Ballet For Lunch
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With Lauren Porter-Worth Level 2/3 A fun weekly class set to a variety of music. We begin with traditional barre work before progressing to centre. While the foundation of classical technique is taught, the focus is on fitness and fun! Wear comfortable clothing but not too loose. Ballet classes can be done in bare feet or soft ballet shoes.
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8 Feb21 Mar Wed 12.30–1.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh

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