Kids, Days Out, Edinburgh

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Saturday Art Club: Sculpture 2
Date	Location
Learn techniques in constructing and assembling sculptures with artist Lindsey Hamilton, taking inspiration from the British and European modern sculptures at the Gallery of Modern Art and the Dean Gallery. Morning session ages 5-7; afternoon session ages 8-11.
Saturdays (from 28 Feb) 10.00am–12.00 & 1.30–3.30	Dean Gallery, Edinburgh

Mask Making with Big Top
Date	Location
Take inspiration from the 'Treasured: Wonderful Things, Amazing Stories' exhibition to make your own mask.
21 Feb 12.00–4.00	National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

After School Craft Club
Date	Location
Tie-dye, felt-making, decopatching, origami and puppet-making are among the activities on offer at this after school special. Ages 5+.
Tuesdays 4.00–5.00	Imagination Workshop, Edinburgh

Rock Garden Symbols and Related Plants
Date	Location
Take a walk through the Rock Garden and find out about the areas of the world where rock plants flourish. Discover the meaning of the symbols from all over the world that are carved into the rocks, the plants linked to them, their properties and some of the myths and legends associated with them. Ages 12+. Meet at the East Gate.
22 Feb 2.00–3.00	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Saturday Art Club: Sculpture 1
Date	Location
Learn clay modelling and carving techniques with artist Rachel O'Neill, taking inspiration from the National Galleries' Italian sculptures. Morning session ages 5-7, afternoon session ages 8-11.
Saturdays (from 17 Jan) 10.00am–12.00 & 1.30–3.30	National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh

Chinese New Year Plant Trail
Date	Location
Follow a trail through the Gardens to discover some Chinese plants and their uses. Then get stuck into some crafty activities inspired by your finds.
31 Jan 1.00–3.00	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

L'Heure Du Conte
Date	Location
Story of a rabbit and his friends read by Tanya Czajka and performed by the puppet company Le petit Monde. In French and English, suitable for children 3 years and over.
24 Jan 11.00am	Institut Français d'Ecosse, Edinburgh

Making Friends with Japan
Date	Location
Scottish artist George Henry (1858-1943) loved Japan. Come along and see his work, then use it as inspiration to make your own fantastic works of art.
7 Feb–8 Feb 1.00–4.00	National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh

Real Life Science: Finding Flowers in Winter
Date	Location
You might think that flowers all disappear in winter and emerge again in spring, but there's always something to be found. Learn how to identify common winter flowering plants and some of their surprising uses. Ages 8+.
21 Feb 12.00–3.00	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

The Sights and Sounds of Old Edinburgh
Date	Location
Edinburgh wasn't once known as 'Auld Reekie' for nothing, you know. Find out why with this fun, musical trip through the city as it was in the 18th century.
22 Feb 12.45, 1.45 & 2.45	National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

Stunning Snowdrops
Date	Location
Have a go at some crafty activities. Make your own snowdrops, using the Garden's collection as inspiration, and younger kids can get creative with some colouring in. Or if you'd rather kick back and relax, grab a book and head for the Magical Forest Room.
14 Feb 1.00–3.00	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Art Cart
Date	Location
Get arty with a range of crafty activities. Materials are provided. For children of all ages.
1 Feb–28 Feb 10.00am–4.30	National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

Edinburgh International Science Festival
Date	Location
An amazing public programme of shows, exhibitions, hands-on workshops, talks, tours and events to inspire, excite, challenge, amuse and entertain adults and children alike - creating those 'ah-ha!' moments and making science accessible to all.
6 Apr–18 Apr (Times vary)	Various venues, Edinburgh

Musical Roots
Date	Location
See what musical instruments can be made from plants and recycled materials, and what they sound like. Then use your creations along with exotic world instruments in a musical session. Suitable for children under 7. Turn up and pay on the day.
7 Feb 1.30–2.15 & 2.45–3.15	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Plant Extremes
Date	Location
Arm yourself with some extreme facts to impress and amaze your friends, such as the tallest tree, the smelliest flower and the most poisonous plant in this drop-in session with the garden rangers. Ages 5+.
18 Feb 1.00–3.00	Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

How the Giraffe Got its Neck
Date	Location
Join two intrepid explorers as they discover the answers to life's big questions, such as how the giraffe got its neck and the leopard its spots, in this collision of science and silliness. Suitable for aged 4+.
7 Feb 11.45am & 2.45	National Museum of Scotland: Hawthornden Court, Edinburgh

Island Treasures
Date	Location
Explore the glasshouses with the Garden Guide to discover the importance and biodiversity of islands. Hear tales from explorers about their encounters with the unexpected on their travels. Booking recommended.
17 Jan 11.00am	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Meet the Clans!
Date	Location
Travel back with the Alba Adventure Company and meet the Highland clans. Explore their tribal way of life, their weapons and clothes and their very, very bloody history.
11 Jan 12.45, 1.45 & 2.45	National Museum of Scotland: Hawthornden Court, Edinburgh

Sunday Science: Champion Tree Treasure Hunt
Date	Location
There are many 'champion' trees in the Gardens, which are the largest of their kind. Use the names of some of the trees to hunt down the treasure. Ages 5+.
11 Jan 12.00–3.00	Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Burns for Bairns
Date	Location
Burns for wee people and their families with storyteller Robbie Fotheringham, who's hosting an hour of songs, stories and finger puppet-making. Ages 5+.
24 Jan 2.30	Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

Burns for Bairns
Date	Location
Burns for wee people and their families with storyteller Liz Wilson, who's hosting an hour of songs, stories and finger puppet-making. Ages 5+.
31 Jan 2.30	Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

Family Drawing for Design Challenge
Date	Location
Rise to a number of drawing challenges in this fun family event with artist Stephanie Walker. You will be given the beginnings of a drawing to be finished in the allotted time. Let your imagination go mad. Drop in event. Ages 4+.
10 Jan 10.00am–12.00 & 1.00–3.00	City Art Centre, Edinburgh

Family Story Circle
Date	Location
The family storytelling event celebrates Robert Burns, with a little help from Jean Edmiston. Ages 5-8.
17 Jan 2.30	Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

Mid-Term Animation Workshop
Date	Location
Ever wondered how your favourite cartoons are made? Make your own animated film based on Titian's 'Diana' paintings in this two-day workshop led by Red Kite Animation.
18 Feb–19 Feb 10.00am–4.00	Dean Gallery, Edinburgh

Pictish Stones
Date	Location
Make your own clay Pictish stone inspired by those in the 'Treasured Places' exhibition, and emboss it with your own personal carvings and symbols. Please book in advance. Ages 4+.
10 Jan 10.30am–12.30 & 1.30–3.30	City Art Centre, Edinburgh

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