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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 Feb–29 Mar Thu 4–6pm Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 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
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
Begonia
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Explore the remarkable world of the beautiful and versatile begonia.
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18 Aug–19 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh
Cadbury Easter Egg Trail
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Children's entertainment and a trail with chocolate eggs to be won at the end.
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6 Apr–9 Apr Mon & Fri–Sun 10am–4.30pm Georgian House, Edinburgh
6 Apr–9 Apr Mon & Fri–Sun 10am–4.30pm Gladstone's Land, Edinburgh
6 Apr–9 Apr Mon & Fri–Sun noon–4pm Newhailes, Musselburgh
Children's Spring Flower Show
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In association with the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society, a children's eco-daffodil competition is part of this flower show, featuring floral displays and lots of hands-on activities.
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24 Mar–25 Mar Sat & Sun 11am–5pm Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh
Cold War Experience
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A little light historical fun for the February holidays as the National Museum of Flight takes you back 50 years to the time of the Cuban Missile Crisis to experience daily life during the Cold War.
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11 Feb–19 Feb Mon–Sun 10am–5pm National Museum of Flight, North Berwick
Creative Dance
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With Claricia Kruithof/Gemma Williams Preschool This class uses learning through play to help the children develop their co-ordination, balance, and awareness.Working together also encourages confidence and builds social skills in a relaxed and fun environment. Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are encouraged to take their shoes and socks off and join in!
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11 Feb–17 Mar Sat 11am–noon Dance Base, Edinburgh
Dads Rock
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Playgroup for dads and their kids aged 0–4, with games, creative bits and bobs, snacks, stories and 'rocking out'.
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11 Feb–28 Apr Sat 10–11.30am Gate 55, Edinburgh
Dance 'n' Play
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With Claricia Kruithof/Gemma Williams Toddlers Turn up and play! In this class we will use music and movement to develop our creative skills and awareness. The class will offer a variety of playful approaches to dance. Themes vary from week to week and group suggestions will be encouraged. Bring your parents too! Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are encouraged to take their shoes and socks off and join…
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8 Feb–21 Mar Wed 10.45–11.30am Dance Base, Edinburgh
Dance 'n' Play 2
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With Claricia Kruithof or Gemma Williams Toddlers Turn up and play! In this class we will use music and movement to develop our creative skills and awareness. The class will offer a variety of playful approaches to dance. Themes vary from week to week and group suggestions will be encouraged. Bring your parents too! Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are encouraged to take their shoes and socks off and…
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8 Feb–21 Mar Wed 11.45am–12.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
Dragonflies from Scratch
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Hang out with BBC Springwatch's dragonfly geek Ruary Mackenzie Dodds and learn all about the beautiful devil's darning needles and their various to-ings and fro-ings. Ages 8+.
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30 May–1 Jun Wed–Fri 1–4pm Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh
Early Years – Play Time
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Drama-based play for kids aged 2–4 and their parents/carers to get involved in together, stimulating creativity and language development as well as building confidence and social skills.
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22 Feb–4 Apr Wed 10.30–11.30am
Block 4 (seven weeks). 		Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
18 Apr–9 May Wed 10.30–11.30am
Block 5 (four weeks). 		Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
16 May–6 Jun Wed 10.30–11.30am
Block 6 (four weeks). 		Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
Easter Artsparks
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Two-day art workshop for kids at the magical outdoor sculpture park located just outside Edinburgh. In keeping with a seasonal theme, kids get the chance to make decoupage eggs and chocolate sculpture. Ages 5–14.
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11 Apr–12 Apr Wed & Thu 10am–3.30pm Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston
Eco Week
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Practical and fun activities for kids aimed at raising awareness of ways to help the environment. Activities include building a recycled zoo and making a garden bird feeder.
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13 Feb–19 Feb Mon–Sun 11am–3.30pm Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
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The big daddy of arts festivals, the Fringe has it all. The facts and figures speak for themselves: nearly 1.9 million tickets sold in 2011 for 41,689 performances of 2,542 shows in 258 venues. It's the biggest celebration of theatre, comedy, cabaret, children's shows, dance, physical theatre, musicals, operas, exhibitions and music in all its forms in the world.
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3 Aug–27 Aug Times vary Various venues, Edinburgh
Edinburgh International Science Festival
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The world's first celebration of science and technology has been going for 23 years, and is one of the largest science festivals in Europe. The programme seeks to bring science alive for children but also, more unusually, for adults. Hands-on activities typically include interactive exhibitions, experiments, gadgets and workshops – which last year involved magnetic nanosludge, dancing custard and other wonders. Talks for adults cover science in all its forms, as well as the points where it…
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30 Mar–13 Apr Times vary Edinburgh, Edinburgh
Farmers Helpers Workshops
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Hands-on farm work sessions for ages 8–12, with plenty of opportunities to get up close to the animals – and their mess! Booking is essential.
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13 Feb–17 Feb Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm
2 Apr–6 Apr Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm
9 Apr–13 Apr Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm 		Gorgie City Farm, Edinburgh
Fascinating Mummies: Unwrap a Mummy
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Combine ancient history with detective work and unwrap a mummy to find out how they died. Ages 7+. Half-hourly sessions lasting 45 minutes are available throughout each day.
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11 Feb–19 Feb Mon–Sun 10.30am–4.30pm National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Get Creative: Nests
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Ever wondered how birds' nests work? Find out by making one for yourself.
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21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh
Get Creative: SW Asia
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An Iranian artist will help you make a piece of visual art that then transforms into a scented treasure box.
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25 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh
Happy Ears
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Music group for dads and male carers and their 0–18-month-olds, giving mum the chance for a quiet lie in.
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18 Feb 10am
3 Mar 10am
17 Mar 10am
31 Mar 10am
14 Apr 10am
28 Apr 10am 		Calton Centre, Edinburgh
Inspiring Decedent Decay
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Find out what bacteria look like close up, and get creative with drawing, collage and design inspired by the grisly but ubiquitous process of decay. The session starts with a special introduction to the Lister exhibition at 1pm. Suitable for all ages, including families, and abilities.
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16 Feb 1pm Surgeons' Hall Museum, Edinburgh
Jack and Jill Market
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An opportunity for mums and dads to buy and sell nearly-new baby and kids' (ages 0–9) items of good quality. Book a stall to sell or turn up on the day to grab a bargain.
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19 Feb 10.30am
18 Mar 10.30am
15 Apr 10.30am 		Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh
Leith Festival Gala Day
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Leith festival Gala Day has become an institution in Edinburgh, with crowds gathering every year to see the parade packed with puppets, bands and dancers. Gather on The Links afterwards, whatever the weather, to munch burgers and listen to some funky tunes.
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9 Jun To be confirmed Leith Links, Edinburgh

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