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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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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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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Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Support Session
As the Gold Standard Tinnitus Support Group awarded by Tinnitus UK, we provide local help and support to those with Tinnitus and Hyperacusis.
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Scottish Geology Festival
Learn about the incredible stories hidden within Scotland's rocks when the Scottish Geology Festival returns for 2024 between September 1st and October 6th!
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Glasgow Scribes Meetings
Glasgow Scribes meet during September to May to develop calligraphy skills, share ideas, promote the art of calligraphy and to meet fellow calligraphers!
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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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Jon Sopel: Strangeland - How Britain Stopped Making Sense
Bestselling author, political insider, and presenter of the chart-topping podcast, The News Agents Jon Sopel joins Aye Write to discuss his new book Strangeland.
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A Talk About The Temperance Movement in Scotland with Dr. Elspeth King
In this talk at Mackintosh at the Willow, retired museum curator Elspeth King will trace the history of the temperance movement in Scotland.
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Dyslexic Adult Network Meeting: Dyslexia Scotland National Survey Results
Join Dyslexia Scotland for a round-the-table discussion of their National Survey results at Unite the Union on Monday 7th October.
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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 8th October at The Village Hotel.
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Community Film Screening: The Tinderbox
Join Wellington Church on Tuesday 8th October for a special community screening of the powerful documentary, The Tinderbox followed by a Q&A session.
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Nightcap: An Evening With Captain Lee
Spend an evening with star of 'Below Deck' Captain Lee Rosbach when he brings his one-man show 'Nightcap' to the O2 Academy Glasgow sharing behind the scenes scoops and personal stories!
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Medical Information Lectures - A Path to a Healthy Body and Soul through the Teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at the Mercure Hotel Glasgow on Wednesday 9th October.
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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival
The 2024 edition of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) will take place across Scotland from 10th - 27th October, exploring the theme of 'In/Visible'.
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Black History Month Talk: Prince Alemayehu and William “Crimean” Simpson
This talk will explore the life of Prince Alemayehu, the son of Emperor Tewodros of Ethiopia and Queen Terunesh, who was drawn by Simpson.
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Black History Month Talk: The Tontine Heads Speak!
Curator for Scottish History, Tony Lewis, will review the significance of the Tontine head sculptures in the St Nicholas Garden.
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Science Lates: Space and Climate Change
Science Lates is back for a new series! This October, come join us for a unique experience and enjoy all the fun of the science centre without the kids!
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The Rest Is Politics
Alistair Campbell and Rory Stewart will bring their leading political podcast - The Rest Is Politics - to the SEC Glasgow on Saturday 12th October!
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Bitter Fruit: Author LG Thomson In Conversation With Artist Liz Reid
Author LG Thomson and artist Liz Reid met at art school in 1981, as the closing event in Liz's solo exhibition INK they will discuss LG's latest book, Bitter Fruit at Cass Art.
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Midnight and Blue: Sir Ian Rankin
Join Aye Write to celebrate the publication of Midnight and Blue, the brand new John Rebus thriller from the iconic Number One bestselling author Sir Ian Rankin.
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Never: An Evening With Rick Astley
Join singer, songwriter and musician Rick Astley at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow as he dives into a captivating discussion on the complexities of fame, fortune, and the pressures of the spotlight!
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Ed Peppitt: The Beacon Bike: Around England and Wales in 327 Lighthouses
Ed Peppitt talks about his 3,500-mile cycle ride to explore the onshore and offshore lighthouses of England and Wales as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
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Glasgow Antiques and Fine Art Society: Harlots, Rakes and Crashing China
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society present Harlots, Rakes and Crashing China - an Accidental Introduction to 18th century ceramics and the works of William Hogarth.
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Black History Month Talk: Diaspora Discs
Join curator Neil Johnson-Symington at the Riverside Musuem to hear about 80s & 90s record shops that specialised in African, Asian or Caribbean music.
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Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night
Join Jon Ronson at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy!
READ MOREAnt Middleton - CANCELLED
Best Selling Author, TV front man and podcaster Ant Middleton has announced a brand new tour for autumn 2024 including a date at the SEC Armadillo on Thursday 24th October!
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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!
READ MOREKat Jones: A Journey through Glasgow’s Green Belts
Kat Jones talks about circumnavigating the 11 designated Green Belts around Greater Glasgow as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
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An Evening with Roxy Music’s Phil Manzanera
Don't miss an evening with Roxy Music's Phil Manzanera, hosted by the legend that is Billy Sloan, at the SEC Glasgow's Lomond Auditorium on Friday 25th October!
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An In-depth Look At Ship Model-making Over The Years
Leading model-maker Cemal Ozturk talks about his career with a focus on modelling ships at this talk for Fairfield Heritage and Govan Workspace.
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Gordon Strachan & John Hartson live with A Celtic State of Mind
ACelticStateofMind is delighted to host an evening with Gordon Strachan & John Hartson at Barras Art & Design (BAaD) on Friday 25th October!
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Bookface Sip & Swap with Guest Author Heather Morris
Join Bookface for an afternoon of sipping drinks, swapping books, and chatting with our amazing guest author, Heather Morris!
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Dementia in the Age of Gen-AI
Join NeuraSearch Laboratory for talks on generative AI, like ChatGPT, and its impact in dementia, plus interactive activities on the future of technology.
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See Me: Prison Theatre Workshops and Love - Book Launch
Join American Professor Jan Cohen-Cruz for the launch of their new book SEE ME: Prison Theater Workshops and Love.
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An Evening With Richard Dawkins
Settle in for an unforgettable evening with Richard Dawkins, the world-renowned evolutionary biologist, author, and public intellectual, at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Thursday 31st October!
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Big Guitar Weekend
Strum-thing big is about to hit Glasgow... the sound of glorious guitars will reverberate across the city when Big Guitar Weekend returns to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland this Autumn!
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An Evening With Lucinda Light
Married at First Sight Australia star Lucinda Light has announced additional dates for her UK tour which will include a night at the King's Theatre Glasgow on Friday 1st November!
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Revolutionising Health With Real Food
This is the second Scottish Annual Conference of the Public Health Collaboration Charity. And this year they are aiming to revolutionise health in Scotland!
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The Night Sky Show
The Night Sky Show returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall to take you on an epic journey from our celestial back yard and across the cosmos!
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Professor Lorna Dawson: Natural Justice: The Evidence of Soil Science
Soil forensic specialist Lorna Dawson examines evidence from the earth and its role in bringing about natural justice as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
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Arika - Episode 11: To End the World as We Know It
Episode 11 brings together five days of film, music, discussion and study to think through our collective incompleteness to practice how we might exist otherwise, right here and now.
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Derek Forbes - A Very Simple Mind
Following the recent release of his autobiography 'A Very Simple Mind', Derek Forbes is now on tour promoting it! Catch him at Saint Luke's on Wednesday 13th November!
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Tech For Inclusion - POSTPONED
Join Glasgow's leading event on tech inclusion. Connect, innovate, and drive change with industry leaders and forward-thinking organisations.
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Seed Talks: The Art History of Studio Ghibli
Discover Studio Ghibli's art, taking inspiration from mystical qualities and traditions from Japanese culture, at this special talk from Helen McCarthy at the Glee Club Glasgow!
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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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Festival of User & Customer eXperience
Festival of User & Customer eXperience is a tech conference run by and for design thinkers, service designers, user/customer experience designers.
READ MOREKat Jones: A Journey through Glasgow’s Green Belts
Kat Jones talks about circumnavigating the 11 designated Green Belts around Greater Glasgow as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
READ MOREMark Wedgwood: Cycling Every OS Map. In Numerical Order!
Mark Wedgwood cycled 7,300 miles across all 204 Ordnance Survey Landranger maps, in numerical order. He shares his journey as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
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Joe French: Everest Avalanche and a Barefoot Running Recovery
Filmmaker Joe French talks about running barefoot through the forests and glens around his house to find a return to health and peace of mind.
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Science Lates: Curious Christmas
Get into the festive spirit and explore your curiosity this Christmas at Science Lates. Join us for our exclusive adults-only event and enjoy a magical night at the science centre without the kids!
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Andy Torbet: Going to Extremes: A Decade of Adventures on the BBC
Andy Torbet recounts highlights from his many shows and adventures, lifting the veil on how some of these stunts were filmed for the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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Professor Roger Crofts FRSGS: Whither Nature
Environmental policy-maker Roger asks what nature means to us, at home or further afield, including humans or not as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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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!
READ MOREAn 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!
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.
READ MOREPaul 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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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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: Eastwood House Fashions from 1835 - 1914
Join Tracy Harrison Butler for a journey through the highlights of the history of dress as would have been worn by occupants of Eastwood House, and other grand mansions of the time.
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Art Demonstration by Johanna Logan: Still Life using Oils
On Thursday 10th October, Eastwood Art Club welcomes Glasgow artist Johanna Logan who will demonstrate the art of Still Life painting in oils.
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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:
Technomoral Conversations: What the Majority World Can Teach Us about AI
In this Technomoral Conversations panel, hear from leading voices from the Majority World on what they have learned from and about AI, and the issues and visions they would like to see taken up.
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Ant Middleton - CANCELLED
Best Selling Author, TV front man and podcaster Ant Middleton has announced a brand new tour for autumn 2024 including a date at the Usher Hall on Saturday 26th October!
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An Evening with Angie Spoto and Lorraine Wilson
Join Angie Spoto and Lorriane Wilson on Thursday 7th November as they discuss their new fantastically woven and sometimes haunting tales, The Bone Diver and We Are All Ghosts in the Forest.
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:
An Evening with Celtic Legends
Enjoy an evening with Celtic Legends Tom Boyd, Frank McAvennie and Jackie McNamara at the Alhambra Theatre on Friday 28th March!
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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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An Evening With Jeff Stelling
Carnegie Hall 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!
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:
An Evening with Shaun Ryder
He's the wild man of rock who became a national treasure, Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder will bring his new, spoken word tour to Airdrie Town Hall on Sunday 27th October 2024!
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An Evening with Jeff Stelling
The Town House 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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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.
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:
Shaun Ryder: Happy Mondays, and Fridays, and Saturdays, and Sundays
He's the wild man of rock who became a national treasure, Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder will bring his new, spoken word tour to Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 25th October!
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Elizabeth Sharkey: Why Britain Rocked - How Rock Became Roll and Took Over The World
Why Britain Rocked: How Rock Became Roll and Took Over the World travels deep into Britain's history to trace the events that led to its twentieth century musical explosion.
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An Evening With Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton
Join Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton at Beacon Arts Centre on Friday 17th January as they share their stories from their time at the club!
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:
Talks at The Smith: The Throckmorton Letters: A Diplomat’s Despair
Throckmorton’s letters from Edinburgh show a world controlled by fragile alliances, political intrigue and betrayal, telling the story of a kingdom on the brink of civil war.
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Gordon Buchanan - Lions and Tigers and Bears
Award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road in 2025 with his biggest ever live tour. Join him at Macrobert Arts Centre on Saturday 22nd February!
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Autumn Charity Talks in Gargunnock Kirk
Come along to a selection of Charity Talks taking place in Gargunnock Kirk throughout the Autumn!
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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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Kat Jones: A Journey through Glasgow’s Green Belts
Kat Jones talks about circumnavigating the 11 designated Green Belts around Greater Glasgow as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
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A Blether O Books: Scotland Through Literature
Join the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum this October as they welcome a selection of authors in this celebration of Scottish literature!
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Mark Wedgwood: Cycling Every OS Map. In Numerical Order!
Mark Wedgwood cycled 7,300 miles across all 204 Ordnance Survey Landranger maps, in numerical order. He shares his journey as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
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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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