Talks And Lectures events in Glasgow
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Events in Glasgow
Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
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The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters Talks
The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters hold a monthly programme of talks at Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre between September and June... all welcome!
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David Elder Lecture Series
The David Elder lecture series at Glasgow Science Centre presents a line-up of fascinating talks by expert astronomers, spaceflight pioneers, award-winning science writers and broadcasters.
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The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow Lecture Series
If you enjoy listening, discussing, and debating, and want to learn more about disciplines old and new, then join The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow at one of their regular lectures!
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Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Hidden Histories Tours
Curators at The Burrell Collection hold monthly Hidden Histories Tours exploring different aspects of the museum's magnificent collection!
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St Mungo Festival
St Mungo, patron saint of Glasgow, is celebrated during the city's official St Mungo Festival held annually in January!
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Burrell Bites
Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from the Burrell Collection each week, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!
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Themed Tours at The Burrell Collection
Join the Burrell Collection's expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours.
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Celtic Connections
The January blues are set to be well and truly banished as Glasgow comes alive when Celtic Connections returns for 2025 between January 16th and February 2nd!
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Kelvingrove Bites
Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!
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Burns, Beer & Whisky
Celebrate Burns Night with a two-course dinner, followed by a whisky talk from the experts at Douglas Laing at WEST Brewery on Saturday 25th January!
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place in Glasgow.
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The Happy Pear
Come join Dave and Steve Flynn from The Happy Pear as they dish out wisdom, laughs, and plenty of plant-based goodness when they bring their live tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 26th January!
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Auction House Scotland - Property Masterclass
Auction House Scotland are delighted to be hosting another Property Masterclass event on the evening of Tuesday 28th January at The Village Hotel.
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Financial Health Check - Free Drop-in Clinic in Glasgow
Plan for a secure financial future, Acumen Financial Planning is holding free Financial Health Check Clinics in Glasgow on the 28th & 29th January.
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How the Mind Heals the Body with Dr David Hamilton
Can the mind heal the body? Find out in this amazing talk from an international expert in mind-body connection when Seed Talks returns to the Glee Club Glasgow!
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Neuk Presents Poetry in Motion: Poetry Films By Neurodivergent Artists
Join Neuk at GMAC Film on Wednesday 29th January for an evening celebrating the creativity of neurodivergent poets and filmmakers!
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Songs of Plants: The folklore and songs of plants with Margaret Bennett
Join Celtic Connections for an evening with renowned folklorist and folk singer Professor Margaret Bennett as she shares Scotland’s rich tradition of plants, their uses, lore, and songs.
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The Nature of Distance - Film Screening
A free evening screening of 'My Sister Sara' followed by a panel discussion exploring Sudanese diaspora stories and digital media, presented by Thinking Culture and CinemARC, University of Glasgow.
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An Evening With Jeff Stelling
The Pavilion Theatre hosts an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years!
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In Conversation: Gary Stevenson
What happens when you realise winning means betting on others losing? Gary Stevenson knows first-hand. Join him at Waterstones Sauchiehall Street as he discusses his life and ideas.
READ MOREKirsty Fisher: The Journey West: Sailing Around the World
In January 2022, young geographer Kirsty set sail from Antigua on board a 72ft sailing yacht bound for a circumnavigation of the world.
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CinemARC: Pig
The ARC is excited to present Pig, directed by Michael Sarnoski, as the first CinemARC of 2025 on Friday 31st January!
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Glasgow 850 Talk - Ruairidh Moir: Two Buildings in Two Phases
Architect Ruairidh Moir considers Sir John James Burnet's Clyde Navigation Trust building and Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Glasgow School of Art in this talk as part of Glasgow 850.
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Paul Murton: Sequestered Isles
Documentary filmmaker and historian Paul Murton will take you on an exploration of some of Europe's most remote islands as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People events.
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Neighbours - The 40th Anniversary Tour
Join some of your favourite faces from Ramsay Street at the SEC Armadillo as they celebrate four decades of the show's history, for Neighbours – The 40th Anniversary Tour!
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Saint Brigit of Kildare 1500 Years: A Celebration
Cappella Nova Outreach at St Bride's are celebrating their saint, St Brigit of Kildare, on Saturday 8th February with an afternoon of Mediaeval Irish music and poetry!
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War, Pestilence, Death and… Statistics!? - Dr Liam Brierley
Join the Humanist Society Scotland for their next meeting which will feature a talk from Dr Liam Brierley on how statistics have been interwoven throughout all things morbid in our history.
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Hamish, Burns and Music
Join the Mitchell Library for an exploration of two great sangsters, Hamish Henderson and Robert Burns, both of whom redefined Scottish culture.
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Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society: And so to Vauxhall - a walk around the celebrated gardens by Peter Medhurst
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society presents And so to Vauxhall - a walk around the celebrated gardens by Peter Medhurst.
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A Divine Fury: D V Bishop
For Glasgow Libraries first author event in the newly refurbished Ibrox Library, they welcome Crime Writers' Association Historical Dagger Winning author D V Bishop to discuss his new novel!
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The Old Glasgow Club Talks
The Old Glasgow Club hosts regular talks and occasional events for people interested in Glasgow, its environs, its history and its people!
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An Evening with Marian Keyes
Marian Keyes has a rare gift for making readers laugh, cry, and fall in love with her relatable characters. Now, she invites you into her world to explore her remarkable life and career.
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Dark Days: 10th Anniversary Screening & Discussion
The 10 anniversary of Dark Days, a participatory event where 100 people spent the night in Glasgow's Gallery of Modern Art, is being celebrated at this special film screening and talk!
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Glasgow 850 Talk - Dominic d’Angelo: Blackfriars From The Dominicans To Dennistoun
A look at the preaching order that supported the growth of Glasgow College and Blackfriars church, with links to 19th century architects Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson and James Sellars.
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The Neuroscience Of Joy
The Neuroscience of Joy is an event designed to equip you with actionable neuroscience-backed strategies to manage emotional energy, prevent burnout and claim more fun and joy.
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The Unfamiliar: Kirsty Logan
Glasgow Libraries welcomes award-winning Scottish author Kirsty Logan to discuss her moving and immersive memoir about infertility, pregnancy and motherhood.
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Jenny Colgan - Shettleston Library Centenary Celebration
As part of Shettleston Libraries' centenary celebrations, Glasgow Libraries are delighted to welcome global bestselling author Jenny Colgan to discuss her new book, Close Knit!
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Meet the Arms & Armour Curator - From the Middle Ages to the Space Age
Meet Ralph Moffat, the Curator of Arms and Armour at Glasgow Life Museums, to find out how medieval armourers helped astronauts survive in space!
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I Dream of Wires - Film Screening & Panel Discussion
Join Thinking Culture for a free screening of I Dream of Wires, followed by a panel discussion with Lewis Cook, Suzi Cook, and Scott Myles.
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Merryn Glover: A Cairngorms Journey with Nan Shepherd
Merryn Glover's talk, part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme, is a celebration of Scotland's high and rocky heart and the people who explore it.
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Seed Talks: The Science of Trauma & The Body: The Psychosomatic Nature of Trauma
Discover the impact of trauma and how it manifests in the body, from the prefrontal cortex to the vagus nerve, when Seed Talks return to The Glee Club Glasgow on Wednesday 19th February.
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An Audience with Celtic Legends: Martin O’Neill & Stiliyan Petrov
Enjoy an evening with Celtic legends, former manager Martin O'Neill and Stiliyan Petrov, LIVE on stage together at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
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Glasgow Film Festival
The 21st edition of Glasgow Film Festival, Scotland's largest film festival, will run from 26th February to 9th March at Glasgow Film Theatre and venues across Glasgow and beyond!
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Rodge Glass - Joshua in the Sky
Glasgow Libraries are delighted to welcome local author Rodge Glass to Whiteinch Library to discuss his poignant memoir Joshua in the Sky.
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Unnad - Indigenous by Calum Angus Mackay
Join Calum Angus Mackay at the Gaelic bookshop as he discusses the stories behind his art and photography.
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Far na Slighe: Shelagh Chaimbeul
To mark World Gaelic Week 2025 Glasgow Libraries welcome author Shelagh Chaimbeul, winner of the Gaelic New Writers Award 2023, to the Mitchell Library to discuss her Scots Gaelic crime novel!
READ MORELuisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland
Geologist Luisa spends her time sharing this world in an understandable way through social media platforms and her geology tour company.
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From the Dark Side to Riverside
Join transport curator Neil Johnson-Symington for an illustrated talk celebrating the impact a certain American epic space opera film had on Glasgow!
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Ajay Close - What Doesn’t Kill Us
As part of their Women's History Month celebrations Glasgow Libraries are delighted to welcome author Ajay Close to Drumchapel Library to discuss her new novel, What Doesn't Kill Us!
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Mike Elm: Rolling with the Punctures
Cycle adventurer Mike Elm shares a few tales of inspiring people, punctures, and some silly puns from his seven-month, 8,000km jaunt.
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James Martin Live
Celebrity chef James Martin is heading back on the road with his all new LIVE tour for 2025 including a date at the SEC Glasgow on Saturday 8th March!
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Graffiti Girls: Elissa Soave
To commemorate the anniversary of Woodside Library, Glasgow Libraries are delighted to welcome local author Elissa Soave to mark this milestone!
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Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society presents: Quiet Sentiment and Mysterious Magnitude - The paintings of William McTaggart by Ailsa Turner
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society presents Quiet Sentiment and Mysterious Magnitude - The paintings of William McTaggart by Ailsa Turner.
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Crime Time - Dive Into the Minds Behind the Badge
Join retired Deputy Chief Constable Tom and former undercover detective Simon for an evening of gripping stories, self-deprecating humor and unparalleled insights into the evolution of Scottish crime.
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Ash Sarkar: In Conversation
Join political commentator Ash Sarkar at The Glee Club Glasgow to discuss her explosive debut Minority Rule, which reveals how the collective power of ordinary people is under attack.
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Mel Young - Home Game: The True Story of the Homeless World Cup
This year's Book Week Scotland theme is Hope, and Glasgow Libraries are delighted to welcome Mel Young to the Mitchell Library to discuss his book Home Game: The True Story of the Homeless World Cup.
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Matthew Phillips: South Georgia: An Antarctic Island Paradise
Photographer and adventurer Matthew Phillips tells his amazing tale of four years on the island working for the British Antarctic Survey.
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Tech For Inclusion
Join Glasgow's leading event on tech inclusion. Connect, innovate, and drive change with industry leaders and forward-thinking organisations.
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PocketQube Conference
The 2025 PocketQube Conference, the biggest event for the world's smallest satellites, comes to Glasgow University Union between the 25th & 27th March!
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Author and researcher Adrian records the trials and tribulations of staff in the UK Hydrographic Department.
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Dr Rangan Chatterjee: The Thrive Tour
In a world of conflicting information, Dr Rangan Chatterjee will captivate you throughout an evening of powerful storytelling and inspirational stories!
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Wild Things: A Year of Wild Food and Medicine
Join community herbalist and foraging tutor, Catriona Gibson for this eight month exploration of wild medicinal and edible plants growing abundantly in and around Glasgow through the seasons.
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An Evening With Sir Chris Hoy
Don't miss this chance to hear fantastic stories from Sir Chris Hoy, the 11-time world champion and a six-time Olympic champion, at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Monday 31st March!
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The Guilty Feminist Presents Deborah Frances-White Book Tour
Join the bestselling author of The Guilty Feminist, Deborah Frances-White, at The Glee Club as she discusses her new book, Six Conversations We're Scared To Have.
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Murder: Staged
Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour, Cheish Merryweather will bring Murder: Staged to the Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th April!
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GAFAS: Now You See It, Now You Don’t - The Art of Visual Deception
Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society's April meeting is one of the quirkiest lectures you will ever see as you are taken on a whistle stop tour of art which fools, surprises and amuses!
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The Biology of Belonging
Human beings cannot thrive without a sense of belonging. Why? That is the question this ground-breaking conference will explore.
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Rangers Legends Live!
Amassing more than 900 appearances for Glasgow Rangers FC, six Rangers legends are coming to the Glasgow Pavilion to talk about their action-packed football careers!
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GAFAS: Betty Joel - Glamour and Innovation in 1930’s Design with Clive Stewart-Lockhart
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society present a talk by Clive Stewart-Lockhart on Betty Joel who ran one of the leading furniture and interior design companies in the inter war years in London.
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Public Talk: A Talk about the Past, Present, and Potential Futures of Sauchiehall Street with Norry Wilson of Lost Glasgow
In this talk event at Mackintosh at the Willow, Norry Wilson of Lost Glasgow will present an illustrated history of Sauchiehall Street, the 'alley of willows'.
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Guenther Steiner: Unfiltered Live
Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner!
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The Makings Of A Murderer 2 - The Real Manhunter
Following sell-out shows nationwide, the UK's top true crime theatre tour returns to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow with a brand-new lineup featuring Senior Investigating officer Colin Sutton!
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Danny Bowes: Maximum Chat
Thunder frontman and Planet Rock radio presenter Danny Bowes is set to embark on a UK tour with his highly anticipated one-man show, Maximum Chat. Don't miss him at Oran Mor Glasgow on June 7th!
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Killer Couples with Emma Kenny
Emma Kenny's Killer Couples promises an evening filled with intrigue, psychological depth, and discussions that will linger long after the show ends!
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Andy Murray - Centre Stage
Join Andy Murray in conversation with sports broadcaster Andrew Cotter, where they'll recount intimate and untold moments from Andy's career in this unforgettable live experience!
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GAFAS: Between Angels & Devils - Botticelli and Renaissance Florence with Jo Walton
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society present a talk by Jo Walton on one of the most popular painters of the Italian Renaissance, Sandro Botticelli.
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Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos
Join Colonel Chris Hadfield for a captivating journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond at the King' Theatre Glasgow on Thursday 19th June!
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Hollie McNish
With fans ranging from Emma Watson, Pink and Benjamin Zephaniah, Ted Hughes Award winner Hollie McNish is a poet whose readings are not to be missed!
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Talks And Lectures Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Heritage Talk: From Dark into Light: A Southside Tale
Join Paul Noble on a time travelling journey from the vikings to the Victorians from objects he discovered in the crawl space under his house!
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Heritage Talk: The Life and Death of Agnes Montgomerie of Eaglesham
Join Tracy Harrison Butler at Eastwood House as she shares the story of Agnes Montgomerie of Eaglesham, who fell victim to poisoning at the hands of Peter Walker in 1857.
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Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Meetings
The Busby and Clarkston Horticultural Society is a gardening club for all who enjoy growing and learning about plants, why not join them for their exciting range of talks by knowledgeable speakers!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Merlin Sheldrake - Fungi: Web of Life LIVE
Embark on a fascinating two-part journey into the hidden world of fungi with renowned biologist, writer and speaker Merlin Sheldrake at Assembly Rooms in February!
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The News Agents Live On Stage with HSBC UK
The chart-topping daily news podcast The News Agents, is going on tour for the first time with The News Agents Live On Stage with HSBC UK with a date at the Usher Hall on Tuesday 11th March!
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Stacey Dooley: Stories from Remarkable Mothers
Stacey Dooley MBE is returning to the stage for an intimate evening inspired by her new book, Dear Minnie: Conversations with Remarkable Mothers.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Anna Wells: Snowstorms and Summit Selfies
In 2024, Anna Wells became the first woman to complete a 'Winter Munro Round'. Join her as she recounts the highs and lows as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People events.
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Sustainability Workshops
Crail Community Partnership is hosting workshops in January to provide information and support on reducing energy costs and promoting sustainable homes.
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Big Botanic Garden Birdwatch
Join Fife Climate Hub on 24th January at St Andrews Botanic Garden for the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch—spot birds, enjoy nature, and hear from a bird behaviour expert!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Pain Association Scotland - Self Management for People Living with Chronic Pain
Pain Association Scotland run professionally-led monthly groups across Lanarkshire for people living with all forms of chronic pain.
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SPRINGBOARD Local Assembly for Creative Climate Action
Join co-hosts Lanarkshire Climate Action Hub and North Lanarkshire Council/Arts to explore how you can embed creativity into local climate action through collaboration.
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Hari Budha Magar - No Legs, No Limits
From injured veteran to the world's first double above-knee amputee to summit Mount Everest; Hari Budha Magar shares his inspiring journey at Cumbernauld Theatre!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
History Cafe
Join Renfrewshire Heritage in Blend Coffee Lounge at Paisley Arts Centre for our first in-person history Cafe of 2025!
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Dark Sky Viewing Nights
Take a closer look at Renfrewshire's stunning night sky at a series of Dark Sky Viewing Nights led by Led by John Pressly, Science Curator at One Ren's Paisley Museum, and the Countryside Rangers!
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Scots Indie Writers Night
Join Erskine Arts for an evening of insight and discussion with guest authors George Paterson, Peter Bennett & Seamus Connolly!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much
In this fascinating "Evening With", Stewart Copeland will talk about his incredible life as a performer, musician, entertainer, and writer!
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Talks at The Smith: University of Stirling Art Collection
The University of Stirling Art Collection curators will introduce the magnificent collection of Scottish contemporary art that’s housed within the university’s modernist Pathfoot building.
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Speakers from the Edge presents: Sean Conway – Endurance
In ‘Endurance’, Sean Conway takes audiences on the journey, from miserable school portrait photographer, to world record holder!
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Highlight Talks
On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
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Kirsty Fisher: The Journey West: Sailing Around the World
In January 2022, young geographer Kirsty set sail from Antigua on board a 72ft sailing yacht bound for a circumnavigation of the world.
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Luisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland
Geologist Luisa spends her time sharing this world in an understandable way through social media platforms and her geology tour company.
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Dr Adrian Webb: Churchill’s Secret Chart Makers
Author and researcher Adrian records the trials and tribulations of staff in the UK Hydrographic Department.
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