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Afterschool Arts
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A pilot after school club with an arty theme! Learn about African masks then make one with paper maché and the assistance of Julie Dawson. Ages 7+.Email jbdawson@me.uk to book.
23 May 2.00–4.00 Out Of The Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh
Albert and Friends Instant Circus
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A week of music and clown mayhem from Albert the Clown. Suitable for all ages. Please bring a rug to sit on.
10 Aug–17 Aug 1.00–1.45 Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
An Evening About Women in Afghanistan
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Film screening, talk and Afghan craft stalls focussing on the emerging rights of women in Afghanistan. The film centres on Malalai Joya, one of the new female members of parliament in the country, often called 'the bravest woman in Afghanistan'. 'Part of Ladyfest Edinburgh'
18 May 7.00 Forest Café, Edinburgh
An Oriental Odyssey in the Botanics
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A tour led by the Garden Guides about the plants and trees of Chinese origin that now reside in the gardens. Ages 12+.
7 Jun 2.30–4.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Anti-Porn Seminar
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Seminar jointly hosted by Zero Tolerance and Scottish Women's Aid, presenting a feminist analysis of our increasingly 'pornified' culture. Tickets in advance from Zero Tolerance on 0131 624 8955.
22 May 12.00–2.00 Scottish Women's Aid Training Room, Edinburgh
Antique and Collectors Fair
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With jewellery, pottery, porcelain, coins, pictures, books, carte-de-visites, linen, prints, ceramics and toys there's something for everyone.
24 May–25 May 9.00am–5.00 Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
Antique and Collectors Fair
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A variety of stalls with clocks, coins, stamps, silver, plate, china, paintings, gold, silver, costumes and jewellery.
21 Jun, 13 Sep, 18 Oct, 15 Nov, 13 Dec 10.00am–4.30 Freemasons Hall, Edinburgh
Antique and Collectors Fair
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With jewellery, pottery, porcelain, coins, pictures, books, carte-de-visites, linen, prints, ceramics and toys there's something for everyone.
1 Jun, 6 Jul, 3 Aug, 7 Sep, 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 7 Dec 10.00am–4.30 Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh
The Antonine Guard
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Meet Scotland's last Roman legion, Legio VI Victrix, as they line up for an impressive display of weapons, equipment and drill. All ages.
18 May 11.45am, 12.45 & 2.45 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Art in the Park
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Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take home any creations. Under 16s must be accompanied.
3 Jul, 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul 2.00–3.30 Cammo Estate, Edinburgh
Art-tastic: Chinese Fans
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Make and decorate a fan out of recycled materials. Suitable for all ages.
1 Jun 12.00–4.00 Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Art-tastic: Recycled Asian Kites
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Use scrap materials to make a kite based on Asian nature designs. Suitable for all ages.
6 Jul 12.00–4.00 Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Autumn Art
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Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take newly made art items home.
16 Oct 2.00–3.30 Cammo Estate, Edinburgh
Autumn Textile Weaving
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Learn weaving methods with Susan DuFeu. Booking essential.
22 Sep 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Bags of Art
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Collect a bag of new activities from the Art Station at the top of the stairs to help your family explore the collection, and create your own artwork. Ages 3-12.
18 May 2.00–4.00 National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh
Bats of Craigmillar
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Join the Countryside Ranger to discover the haunts of bats at Craigmillar Castle Park. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch. Booking essential. Ages 8+; under 16s must be accompanied.
21 Aug 8.00–10.00 Craigmillar Castle Park, Edinburgh
Bats of Easter Craiglockhart Hill
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Join a Countryside Ranger to discover these fascinating night time creatures. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch. Ages 8+; under 16s must be accompanied. Booking essential.
2 Sep 7.30–9.00 Easter Craiglockhart Hill, Edinburgh
Batting about the Dells
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An evening stroll with the aim of learning about the creatures of the night, laying to rest some old myths and taking home some fascinating facts. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch. Ages 8+; under 16s must be accompanied. Booking essential.
26 Aug 8.00–10.00 Colinton and Craiglockhart Dell, Edinburgh
Beasties Under Our Feet
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Find out about the miniscule world of minibeasts then make a collage to take home. Ages 5+.
20 May 10.30am–1.00 Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
Beautiful Hermitage: Learning About Biodiversity
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Meet the experts in the field and learn to identify any trees, plants, insects, birds and more that can be found in the Hermitage wood. Under 16s must be accompanied. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs.
6 Jul 10.00am–3.00 Hermitage Of Braid Visitor Centre, Edinburgh
Best of Enemies
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Roderick Graham, author of 'An Accidental Tragedy: The Life of Mary Queen of Scots', offers snippets of historical insight from his book, which he will then sign.
25 Jun 7.00 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Big and Little Yoga
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Weekly yoga session specially designed for adults and children to enjoy together.
Tuesdays 9.30–10.30am The Yoga Room, Edinburgh
Big Bird Event at the Hermitage!
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Do your bit for local birdlife: learn how to build your own bird box to take away home or to put up in your favourite Nature Reserve. Under 16s must be accompanied. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Booking essential.
25 Jan 12.00–3.00 Hermitage Of Braid Visitor Centre, Edinburgh
Big Book Swap
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Get rid of books you no longer want and trade them for something shiny and new. One man's treasure and all that . . . 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
1 Jun 1.00–3.00 Leith Community Education Centre, Edinburgh
Book Fair
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Booksellers from throughout Scotland will be selling a mixed range of antiquarian and secondhand books to suit all tastes and pockets.
14 Jun 10.00am–5.00 Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh
Book Group
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A regular book group meeting on the last Sunday of every month. To join in with the discussion of 'Black Girl/White Girl' by Joyce Carol Oates please contact the branch for more information.
25 May 5.00 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Book Group: Ian Rankin
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An extra special edition of this regular book group. Have your analysis scrutinised by the author himself at this discussion of Ian Rankin's 'The Falls'. You'd better be nice! All proceeds to charity.
22 May 5.30 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Bug Hunt
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A walk in the old Moredun Wood to discover the creepy crawlies that live there. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Under 16s must be accompanied.
28 Sep 10.00–11.30am Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park, Edinburgh
Call to Arms
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An exploration of the technology used by the Scottish infantry at various points throughout history, with a hands on element.
23 May–1 Feb 2009, not 25 Dec, 1 Jan 2009 (23 May–31 Oct 9.45am–5.45) (1 Nov–1 Feb 2009 9.45am–4.45) National War Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh
Celtic Trees
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Learn about trees native to Scotland, their practical uses, superstitions and ancient rites. Booking advisable.
14 Aug 11.00am Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Charity Thursdays
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Weekly pub quiz, with the proceeds going to a different charity every time.
Thursdays 8.00 Bar Diesel, Edinburgh
Coburg House Art Studios Open Day
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Open day at Coburg House Art Studios, a hub of creativity with homegrown and international painters, jewellers, silversmiths, sculptors and textile designers working side by side.
1 Jun 11.00am–5.00 Coburg House Studios, Edinburgh
Connect: Super Science Shows
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A revolving series of family science shows: 'Alex's Amazing Adventure'; 'Fantastic Forces'; or' Sounds Amazing!' Limited places. Ages 5+
Saturdays, Sundays 11.45am, 12.45, 1.45 & 2.45 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Corstorphine Hills Rocky Past
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Discover the geology and early people who shaped this hill and left behind a fascinating legacy. Please meet at the Cairnmuir Road car park. Under 16s must be accompanied. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Booking essential.
22 Feb 1.00–3.00 Corstorphine Hill, Edinburgh
Craiglockhart to Colinton - and Back!
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Explore the urban highways and by-ways in this circular walk which includes the Craiglockhart Hills, Colinton Dell and the Union Canal. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a packed lunch. Under 16s must be accompanied.
1 Jun 12.00–4.00 Easter Craiglockhart Hill, Edinburgh
Craigmillar Castle Park Fun Day and Superdog Event
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Enjoy different activities, with something for everyone, even the family dog! Enter your dog in a fun Superdog competition to show off their skills. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch.
7 Sep 12.00–4.00 Craigmillar Castle Park, Edinburgh
Creams and Ointments
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David Pirie leads a class in preparing lotions and potions from plants and herbs. Booking essential.
2 Aug 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Create Your Own Comics
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Metaphrog (Sandra Marrs and John Chalmers), creators of the 'Louis' graphic novel series show you how to bring stories to 2D life. Ages 8-12.
23 May 2.30–4.30 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Creating Bonsai
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Learn how to care for beautiful tiny trees with David Platt. Booking essential.
30 Aug 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Creepy Hallowe'en at the Haunted Hermitage
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Join the Hermitage ghosts and witches for an afternoon packed full of craft and fun before meeting real creepy crawlies! Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a Hallowe'en costume. Under 16s must be accompanied. Booking essential.
26 Oct 1.00–3.00 Hermitage Of Braid Visitor Centre, Edinburgh
Crossing to Cramond Island
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Join the Countryside Ranger for a walk along the causeway to Cramond Island looking out for the remains of wartime as well as the wildlife that now inhabits the island. Under 16s must be accompanied. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Booking essential.
24 Jul 12.00–2.00 Cramond Island, Edinburgh
DIY Stories
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Reading of stories with the theme 'In the Last Year', which will then be made into a pamphlet. 'Part of Ladyfest'.
20 May 8.00 Waverley Bar, Edinburgh
The Eating Place
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A fine food market that is held in Castle Street on the 2nd & last Thursday of every month.
29 May, 12 Jun, 26 Jun 12.00–6.00 Castle Street, Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Art Fair
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The chance to peruse and pick up artwork from over 60 exhibitors from the UK and the rest of Europe.
22 Nov–24 Nov Corn Exchange, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Book Fair
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Dealers from throughout Scotland sell antiquarian and secondhand books, maps and prints.
17 Aug–23 Aug 10.00am–6.00; Sun 12.00–6.00 Roxburghe Hotel, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Doors Open Day 2008
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Your annual free opportunity to explore some of Edinburgh's most architecturally, culturally and socially significant buildings.
27 Sep (Times vary) Various Venues, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Farmers' Market
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More local, quality, ethical produce than you could shake a stick at.
Saturdays 9.00am–2.00 Castle Terrace, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Fur Free City: Fur Free Drinks
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Fur-free drinks and discussion about putting a stop to the global fur trade, on the first Friday of every month. There are also weekly protests at Multrees Walk every Saturday: assemble at Registry House at noon.
6 Jun 7.00 ACE, Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Military Tattoo
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A unique blend of music, ceremony, entertainment and theatre featuring bands from across the globe, set against the magnificent backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Booking essential. Tickets will be available from 3 Dec.
1 Aug–23 Aug Mon–Fri 9.00–10.30; Sat 7.30–9.00 & 10.30–0.10am Castle Esplanade, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Treefest and Woodmarket
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Returning bigger and better than ever before, this two day festival offers displays, demonstrations, crafts, activities, games, entertainments & refreshments for young and old alike.
14 Jun–15 Jun 10.00am–5.00 Inverleith Park, Edinburgh
Explore Easter Craiglockhart Hill
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Celebrate Biodiversity Week by exploring this Local Nature Reserve with the Countryside Ranger. Enjoy the wildlife and history of the area. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothing and waterproofs. Under 16s must be accompanied.
20 May 6.00–7.30 Easter Craiglockhart Hill, Edinburgh
Exploring and Explaining the World of Plants
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Take a tour of the garden and the literary resources in the library with on of the garden guides. Booking advisable.
8 Aug 11.00am Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Extremes Event: Worn Out? Worn Art!
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Trina O'Hara leads a workshop that makes the most of recycling, just like the Tlicho peoples of sub-arctic Canada. Ages 5+.
14 Jun 10.30am–4.00 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Extremes: Life in Subarctic Canada
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A collection of objects collected by Scottish fur traders in the 1850s and 60s from the tribes living in the Canadian subarctic, and further objects purchased recently.
16 May–5 Oct 10.00am–5.00 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
The Fabulous Bats of Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park
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A dusk walk to discover more about the bats at Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park Local Nature Reserve; dispel the myths and learn the facts about these flying mammals. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch. Ages 8+; under 16s must be accompanied. Booking essential.
28 Aug 7.45–9.45 Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park, Edinburgh
Fairy Gardens
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Margaret Findlay leads a workshop to make a mosaic pot, plant some seeds and enjoy the fruits of your labour all summer. Ages 5+.
1 Jun 10.30am–12.30 & 1.30–3.30 Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
Family Story Circle
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A new event for families: gather around Bea Ferguson for tales and songs. Ages 4+.
14 Jun 2.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Felt Making
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Irene Blair shows you how to make felt from naturally coloured fleece. Booking essential.
6 Sep 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Festival of Spirituality and Peace
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This multi-faith, multi-faceted festival returns with a programme of workshops, concerts and talks. Full details still to be announced, see website for updates.
3 Aug–24 Aug (Times vary) Various Venues, Edinburgh
500 Years of Printing
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Horticultural and natural history books printed in Scotland, including what is believed to be the first 'horticultural' text: 'Hortus Medicus Edinburgensis' (1683).
6 May–30 Jun Mon–Fri 10.00am–4.30 Royal Botanic Garden (Library Foyer), Edinburgh
Folklore of the Forest
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Join the rangers on a guided walk to discover the woodlands around Craigmillar Castle before finishing up with a cup of spiced apple juice to toast National Tree Week. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Under 16s must be accompanied.
30 Nov 10.30am–12.30 Craigmillar Castle Park, Edinburgh
Frame Basket Making
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Anthea Naylor leads this one-day course in basket making. Booking essential.
30 Aug 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Garden Guides Daily Afternoon Tours
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Daily tours with the benefit of an experienced guide's wisdom. Tickets available from the Botanics Shop, Palm House Reception Desk or East and North Gates.
1 May–30 Sep 2.00–3.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Garden Guides Daily Morning Tours
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Daily tours with the benefit of an experienced guide's wisdom. Tickets available from the Botanics Shop, Palm House Reception Desk or East and North Gates.
1 May–30 Sep 11.00am–12.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Garden of Delights
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Seek out one of the storytellers secreted around the garden then settle at their feet (bring something to sit on) for some magical stories.
16 Jul 11.00am–4.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Gardening Scotland
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Scotland's national celebration of gardening and outdoor living with show gardens, TV celebrities, crafts, food and the famous floral hall.
30 May–1 Jun 9.45am–6.00; Sun 9.45am–5.00 Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
George Forrest: History in the Growing
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A walk around the gardens with facts about plant collector George Forrest. Booking advisable.
14 Jun 11.00am Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Get Racy!
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A 'hot'n'spicy' evening of 'sizzling' discussion on race and culture. Includes dramatisation, poetry, music, dance and a bowl of home-made curry. 'Part of Ladyfest Edinburgh'
25 May 5.00–9.00 The Pavilion Cafe, Edinburgh
Glass Bead Making
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A beginners' workshop led by Rachel Elliott. Booking essential.
24 May, 19 Jul 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Glass Bead Making
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An intermediate workshop led by Rachel Elliott. Booking essential.
28 Jun 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
The Golden Hour
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Loose cabaret evening described as 'spoken words, twinkling music and video rubbish in a beautiful space'. Readings by Claire Askew, Alan Gillis and Rory McArdle, music by Jack Richold and Billy Liar, and Video Rubbish from The Meth Minute. BYOB
21 May 8.00 Forest Café, Edinburgh
Guid Crack Club
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Edinburgh's monthly storytelling club welcomes all to listen or contribute to the spinning of yarns. A delightful evening of words and song.
30 May, 27 Jun 7.30 Waverley Bar, Edinburgh
Hand Building Ceramics and Throwing Pots
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Have a go at making pots using traditional and wheel methods. Lead by Anthea Summers. Booking essential.
5 Jul 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Hands on History
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Take a closer look at the history of, well, us with real and replica objects from the handling collections.
Saturdays 11.00am–1.00 & 2.00–4.00 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Herbal Berry Day: Making Syrups and Tinctures
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David Pirie leads a class in natural medicinal remedies. Booking essential.
27 Sep 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Herbal First Aid
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David Pirie leads a walk to collect herbs with medicinal properties then helps you assemble a natural first aid kit. Booking essential.
23 Aug 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
A Hidden History: People
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Jack Martin delves into Edinburgh's past and brings the people of olden times to life through a series of stories and reminiscences.
16 Jun 11.00am Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
A Hidden History: Place
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John Fee looks into the past of the city of Edinburgh.
23 Jun 11.00am Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Historical Hermitage
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Discover the fascinating characters that built, lived in and loved the Hermitage. Under 16s must be accompanied. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Booking essential.
11 Jan 1.00–3.00 Hermitage Of Braid Visitor Centre, Edinburgh
Holyrood Archaeology Day
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Experience the life of the folks who lived in Holyrood park during the Iron Age, with lots of activities for all the family.
28 Sep 11.00am–3.00 Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
Holyrood Fun Dog Show
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Enter your dog on the day into classes for waggiest tail and basic agility.
20 Jul 10.45am–2.30 Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
Homes for Wildlife
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Find out from the RSPB what you can do to attract wildlife into your garden. Ages 5+.
25 May, 28 Jun29 Jun, 23 Aug24 Aug 10.00am–4.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Human Trafficking Workshop
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This workshop looks at the issue of people trafficking - a modern day trade in human beings that is growing in Scotland and around the world - and aims to leave the audience more informed about trafficking while allowing them to discuss the complex issues surrounding it. Hosted by Amnesty International 'Part of Ladyfest Edinburgh'
24 May 12.00–2.00 Friends Meeting House, Edinburgh
Icebreakers
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Social group for people who want to make new friends in LGBT company. This welcoming and non-threatening group, organised by the Lothian Gay and Lesbian Switchboard, is ideal if you're new to the city or recently out.
28 May, 11 Jun, 25 Jun 7.30 CC Blooms, Edinburgh
Identities
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Amadu Khan, Mio Shapley and Michael Williams, three storytellers from different continents, discuss the importance of their identities in shaping their stories.
20 Jun 7.00 Scottish Storytelling Centre, 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
Inspired? Get Writing!
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Hear winning entries from the National Galleries of Scotland, English-Speaking Union and Scottish Poetry Library Creative Writing Competition 2007/08 that was based on artworks from the National Galleries.
20 May 12.45–1.30 National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh
It Didn't Happen Here
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Exhibition examining Edinburgh's links with the slave trade.
13 Jul 2007–30 Nov Museum of Edinburgh, Edinburgh
John Hutton Balfour (1808-1884)
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A bicentenary exhibition celebrating one of the gardens' Regius Keepers and featuring botanical teaching diagrams and models.
3 May–6 Jul Tue–Sun 10.00am–5.30 Royal Botanic Garden (Inverleith House), Edinburgh
Jolly Toper Whisky Tastings
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Long-running bi-monthly whisky tasting session at one of the best-stocked bars in town, typically including five malt whiskies at cask strength. Tickets must be booked in advance: call 0131 556 5864 or email chws@wmcadenhead.com to reserve.
19 Jun, 10 Jul, 31 Jul, 3 Sep, 25 Sep, 16 Oct, 5 Nov, 27 Nov 7.30 The Tolbooth Tavern The Tolbooth Tavern, Edinburgh
Koko Come to the Old Town
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African folktales brought to life with sing-alongs, surprises and mask-making.
20 Jun 2.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
LadyFest
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We know that women are great, but it's nice to have a whole festival to celebrate their achievements in and contribution to arts, culture and society. Lasting almost a whole month, Ladyfest encompasses music, dance, workshops, film, exhibitions, comedy and seminars.
4 May–31 May (Times vary) Various Venues, Edinburgh
Leith Festival
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Leith's growing community arts and music festival returns with comedy, visual arts, dance, drama, film, literature and sport.
30 May–8 Jun (Times vary) Various venues, Edinburgh
The Leith Festival Storytelling Club
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Leith-centric tales with a revolving roster of storytellers, held in the oldest pub in Leith. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
30 May–7 Jun, not 1 Jun 7.30–9.30 Carriers Quarters, Edinburgh
L'Heure du Conte
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Come and listen to some wonderful tales narrated by Peter Snow. Children from 4-8yrs are invited to enjoy a pleasant morning's entertainment of French and Scottish stories and songs, followed by light refreshments.
24 May 11.00am–12.00 Institut Français d'Ecosse, Edinburgh
Life on the Lion
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A variety of workshops through July such as a chance to meet birds of prey or hunt for the Holy Grail. Please phone to find out what is on each weekend.
1 Jul–31 Jul Sun 11.00am–3.00 Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh
Living on the Edge
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Take a stroll around the garden looking at some of the overlooked wildlife that resides on the edge of the pond. Booking advisable.
26 May 10.30am Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Living with the Lotus: a Bilingual Tour of the Glasshouses
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Talks, in English and Chinese, about Chinese plants and their uses. Ages 12+.
31 May 2.00–3.00 Royal Botanic Garden (Temperate Palm House), Edinburgh
Local Heroes: The Art of the Graphic Novel
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Zap! Klang! Pow! Holy comic book exhibitions, Batman, it's a range of artwork and writing by Alan Moore, Art Speigelman, Frank Miller, Alan Grant, Cam Kennedy and Grant Morrison showing the Scottish influence on the maturation of the graphic novel form over the last 40 years, with 'The Broons', Marvel comics, 'Tintin' and Japanese Manga represented.
4 Apr–1 Jun Mon–Fri 10.00am–8.00; Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 National Library of Scotland, 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

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