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Edinburgh Farmers' Market
Date Location
More local, quality, ethical produce than you could shake a stick at.
Saturdays 9.00am–2.00 Castle Terrace, Edinburgh
LadyFest
Date Location
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
Local Heroes: The Art of the Graphic Novel
Date Location
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
Connect: Super Science Shows
Date Location
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
Garden Guides Daily Morning Tours
Date Location
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
Antique and Collectors Fair
Date Location
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
Extremes: Life in Subarctic Canada
Date Location
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
Museum on the Mound
Date Location
Smell the colour of money at this exhibition where you can see what a million pounds looks like, discover Scotland's oldest banknote and have a go at cracking a safe.
19 Mar–30 Jun Tue–Fri 10.00am–5.00; Sat & Sun 1.00–5.00 Museum On The Mound, Edinburgh
John Hutton Balfour (1808-1884)
Date Location
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
A Scots Helicon: Portraits of Nine Contemporary Scottish Women Writers
Date Location
Inspired by Mount Helicon, the mythical home of the nine muses, this new Writers' Museum exhibition features portraits of nine contemporary Scottish women writers: Kate Atkinson, Helen Dunwoodie, Margaret Elphinstone, AL Kennedy, Joan Lingard, Val McDermid, Denise Mina, Dilys Rose and Louise Welsh. All by Edinburgh-based artist Anna Caro.
12 Apr–12 Jul Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Writers' Museum, Edinburgh
Call to Arms
Date Location
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
Human Trafficking Workshop
Date Location
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
In a Different Light
Date Location
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
Hands on History
Date Location
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
Meet the Artist: Sheila Mullen
Date Location
A chance to go behind the scenes of the exhibition and hear Celtic legends and Border Ballads (11am) or try turning a story into a painting (2.30pm, ages 6-10).
24 May 11.00am & 2.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Queer Mutiny
Date Location
A DIY collective dedicated to creating a space for queer people who are against consumerism, patriarchy and assimilation. This month it features local female musicians and the usual free food, chaos and DJs. 'Part of Ladyfest Edinburgh'.
24 May 9.00–2.00am Forest Café (Upstairs hall), Edinburgh
Roman Mosaics
Date Location
Learn about the ancient Roman art of mosaic then have a go with Julie Dawson. 11am-noon for ages 3-6; 1-2pm for ages 7+. Email jbdawson@me.uk to book.
24 May 11.00am & 1.00 Out Of The Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh
Used Bookshop
Date Location
A large book sale of used and nearly new books. All very reasonably priced at either 50p or £1. Proceeds will go towards conservation work at the property and book donations are welcome.
21 Mar–31 Oct 10.00am–5.00 Gladstone's Land, Edinburgh
Garden Guides Daily Afternoon Tours
Date Location
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
Glass Bead Making
Date Location
A beginners' workshop led by Rachel Elliott. Booking essential.
24 May 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
It Didn't Happen Here
Date Location
Exhibition examining Edinburgh's links with the slave trade.
13 Jul 2007–30 Nov Museum of Edinburgh, Edinburgh
L'Heure du Conte
Date Location
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
Making Mosaics
Date Location
Make mosaics from recycled materials with Alchemy Art in this parent and child class. Booking essential.
24 May 10.30am–3.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Medieval Mercenaries
Date Location
Smash some 'Braveheart' stereotypes and find out what 14th century soldiers were really like.
24 May–25 May 12.00–3.00 National War Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh
Real Life Science: Focus on Bluebells
Date Location
Learn some bluebell facts from Dr Jane Squirrel in Bluebell Month. Ages 8+.
24 May 12.00–4.00 Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

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