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Eliza Doolittle, Emeli Sandé and General Fiasco
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Special free concert as part of this year's Olympic celebrations, featuring chirpy pop star Doolittle, Aberdonian soul songstress Sandé and Belfast indie rockers General Fiasco.
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8 Jun 1pm George Square, Glasgow
Olympic Torch Relay
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The Olympic flame makes its way around Scotland, with much merriment and fanfare along the way.
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8 Jun 1.30pm
Join the celebrations in Glasgow's West End with a programme of music, dance and arts aimed at young and… 		Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Meadows Festival
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Taking place on the wide green expanse of Edinburgh's Meadows, this festival is dominated by a vast selection of stalls selling everything from sweeties to sculpture. There are also tents set up for live music performance and workshops, and a family-friendly funfair. Samba bands, fire performers, local primary schools football competition, a dog show and more add to the community-based vibe.
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2 Jun–3 Jun Times vary The Meadows, Edinburgh
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Evening Celebration
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Live entertainment for the entire family to celebrate the conclusion of the twelfth leg of the relay, including music, sport stars, acrobatics and local performers, culminating in the arrival of the Olympic flame.
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30 May May 30, 5pm–7.30pm, gates 4pm Hanley Forest Park, Stoke-on-Trent
Emeli Sandé
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The chart-topping Aberdonian soul singer sweeping all before her with a Brits Critics Choice Award and her debut album Our Version of Events.
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13 Jun 5pm
Special free show to celebrate the Olympic Torch replay passing through Edinburgh. 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Olympic Torch at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
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Celebrations include music, fun, Olympic-inspired cakes and food as the Olympic Torch pauses to visit the birthplace of The Bard.
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8 Jun 10.30am Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
Long Hot Days
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Glasgow East plays host to a summer of gala, play and fun days with children's activities, street theatre, stalls, sports, arts and crafts and fun for all the family at different sites around the area.
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2 Jun Noon
PEEK Jubilee Celebrations. 		David Street, Glasgow
3 Jun Noon
Dalmarnock Jubilee Gala Day. 		Dalmarnock Community Centre, Glasgow
4 Jul 11am
Beardmore Park Fun Day. 		Beardmore Park, Glasgow
7 Jul Noon
Broomhouse Gala Day. 		Broomhouse Park, Glasgow
18 Jul 11am
Craigend Fun Day. 		St Dominic's Church, Glasgow
19 Jul 11am
Ruchazie Gala Day. 		Croftcroighn Park, Glasgow
20 Jul 11am
Garthamlock Fun Day. 		Garthamlock & Craigend East Parish Church of Scotland, Glasgow
26 Jul 11am
Carntyne Community Day. 		High Carntyne Church of Scotland, Glasgow
27 Jul 11am
Gallowgate Fun Day. 		Gallowgate Flats, Glasgow
28 Jul 11am
Connie Fun Day. 		Connie Learning Centre, Glasgow
28 Jul Noon
Glasgow East Parks Festival. 		Alexandra Park, Glasgow
29 Jul Noon
Barlanark Fun Day. 		Barlanark Community Hall, Glasgow
1 Aug Noon
National Play Day. 		Beardmore Park, Glasgow
3 Aug Noon
Bridge Family Fun Day. 		The Bridge, Glasgow
4 Aug Noon
Calton Fun Day. 		Bain Square, Glasgow
5 Aug Noon
Cranhill Gala Day. 		Cranhill Park, Glasgow
9 Aug 11am
Bridgeton Fun Day. 		Bridgeton Library and Learning Centre, Glasgow
10 Aug Noon
Glenburn Gala Day. 		Glenburn Centre, Glasgow
11 Aug Noon
Wellhouse Gala Day. 		The Hub, Glasgow
11 Aug Noon
Helenslea Fun Day. 		Helenslea Community Hall, Glasgow
12 Aug Noon
Camlachie Fun Day. 		Camlachie Community Learning Centre, Glasgow
25 Aug Noon
Shettleston New Family Fun Day. 		Shettleston New Parish Church, Glasgow
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Evening Celebration
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Live entertainment for the entire family to celebrate the conclusion of the thirty-sixth leg of the relay.
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23 Jun Jun 23, 4pm Albert Square, Manchester
Retro-Spective – The Photography of Gavin Macqueen
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Photography exhibition by Glasgow-based photographer, inspired by the highlands of Caithness and Sutherland.
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8 Jun–10 Jun Fri 7pm–midnight; Sat & Sun 9am–9pm Jamhut Studios, Irvine
Diamond Jubilee Celebration
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A large bring and share picnic, plus music and competitions.
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3 Jun Jun 3, 12noon High Street, Minchinhampton, Stroud
Smart Craft Giving
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Cards and reliefs from 12 gallery artists.
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30 May–16 Jun Tue–Sat 10.30am–6pm the gallery on the corner, Edinburgh
Sofia Eldarova: Talk
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The author talks about her picture book A Proud Violin.
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23 Jun Jun 23, 11am Waterstones, Southampton
GSA Degree Show 2012: Fine Art and Architecture
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Graduates of the GSA fine art and architecture programs display their work.
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9 Jun–16 Jun Mon–Sun 9am–5pm Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Evening Celebration
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Live entertainment for the entire family to celebrate the conclusion of the sixty-fifth leg of the relay.
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22 Jul Jul 22, 8pm Danson Park, Bexleyheath
Tuesday Night Comedy Jam
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A wheen of stand-ups and comedy acts presented by Rick Molland. If you think you could handle having a go yourself, there are limited open spots available too.
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26 Jun 8pm
24 Jul 8pm 		Belushi's, Edinburgh
Kor Neskirkju
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Choral concert by Icelandic church choir Kor Neskirkju, who sing music from Weelkes to Tavener as well as music by Icelandic composers.
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3 Jun 3.30pm
Features the premiere of Exultate Deo by Steingrimur Porhalson. Also solo flute pieces performed by Pamela… 		St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, Glasgow
5 Jun 12.15pm St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations
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A sailpast of a flotilla of 40 decorated boats, plus demonstrations, anglers shows, music and stalls.
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3 Jun Jun 3, 10am Beverley Beck, Beverley
West End LIVE 2012
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Performers from current West End musicals being currently staged including Billy Elliot, Chicago, Rock of Ages and Singin' In The Rain, will be on hand to present the great show tunes, and entertain all the family. Special guest presenters will be hosting the proceedings, which includes a range of family activities from some of the capital's top attractions.
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23 Jun–24 Jun Jun 23, 11am–6pm, Jun 24, 12noon–6pm Trafalgar Square, London WC2
10 Feet Tall Jubilee Cocktail Party
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DJs Andrew Rhys Lewis and Greg Ramshackle spin funk, indie and rock'n'roll, plus Futuretown perform live.
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3 Jun–4 Jun Jun 3, 6pm–4am 10 Feet Tall, Cardiff
Morningside Makers Market
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A new monthly boutique craft and design market held on the first Saturday of every month with artists, crafters and designers offering ceramics, jewellery, glassware, photography, textiles and art.
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2 Jun 11am
7 Jul 11am
4 Aug 11am
1 Sep 11am
6 Oct 11am
3 Nov 11am
1 Dec 11am 		Columcille Centre, Edinburgh
Transit of Venus 2012
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The universe is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the launch of Glasgow Science Festival, by having Venus transit the sun. You can join the festivities at this all-night extravaganza of science, music and the visual arts, with live link-ups to transit observers around the world and a dawn observation of Venus over Glasgow. Part of Glasgow Science Festival & the West End Festival. Booking is essential.
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5 Jun
(Over-18s only) 9pm
Booking for this event is via the Glasgow Science Festival website; please do not call the venue. 		Glasgow Sculpture Studios, Glasgow
I Love Hip Hop
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Hip hop classics and brand new rap tracks, plus live performances, MCs and guest DJs.
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29 May–31 Jul Tue 11pm–3am The Bongo Club, Edinburgh
Mold Celebrates The Diamond Jubilee
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A 1950s-style street party featuring a fashion show, tea dance and a big screen playing live footage of the royal procession.
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5 Jun Jun 5, 10am–10pm Mold Town Centre, Mold
British & Scottish Gold Panning Championships
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There's gold in them thar hills. Hopefully. Saturday sees the Scottish championships and Sunday the British. Evening events and entertainment to cheer you up if you don't find anything.
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2 Jun–3 Jun To be confirmed Wanlockhead Lead Mining Museum, Wanlockhead
Mikhail Karikis: SeaWomen
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A sound and film installation depicting the community of female sea workers who live on the North Pacific island of Jeju, whose ancient profession of diving with no oxygen supply, to catch seafood and find pearls, is fast disappearing.
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26 May–8 Jul From May 26, Mon–Sat 12noon–10.30pm, Sun 12noon–5.30pm, ends Jul 8 The Wapping Project, London E1W

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