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An Extravaganza of wonderful music with something for everyone who enjoys good classical choral music , strong voices and the beautiful bright , rich , warm and sweet sound of the organ played by the best organist in town. This will be a free concert but seats reservation is highly recommended . The event support a local charity which provides advice and support for people living with or at risk of HIV and hepatitis, and give information about sexual health. At the end of the performance there will be a collection for Waverley Care. Repertoire : Britten - Rejoice in the Lamb Dove - Seek him that maketh the seven stars Handel - Zadok the Priest André J. Thomas - Mass a Celebration of Love and Joy The Nashville Symphony Chorus, under the direction of Dr. Tucker Biddlecombe, is the official vocal ensemble of the GRAMMY®-winning Nashville Symphony. Comprised entirely of volunteer singers, this 160-voice auditioned chorus is dedicated to performingchoral-orchestral masterworks at the highest artistic level. Founded in 1963, the Nashville Symphony Chorus has contributed to the Symphony’s GRAMMY®-nominated recordings and has premiered several commissioned works, including Gabriela Lena Frank’s Conquest Requiem. Committed to community engagement and education, the Chorus shares the joy of choral music with audiences of all ages. Dr. Tucker Biddlecombe (Ph.D.) is Professor of Choral Studies and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education at Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music. There he conducts the Vanderbilt Sixteen as well as courses in conducting and music education. He also serves as Director of the Nashville Symphony Chorus, which has included chorus preparation for many of the repertoire’s most revered masterworks. During his tenure, the all-volunteer Nashville Symphony Chorus has produced two major world-premiere recordings, John Harbison’s Requiem as well as the upcoming release of Gabriela Lena-Frank’s Conquest Requiem. He has conducted honor choirs in a dozen states and conducted residencies in the United Kingdom and China. The Tallahassee Community Chorus began in 1988 as a collaborative effort between the Florida State University School of Music and 37 community singers. The ensemble has grown to more than 200 singers and has become one of the leading non-auditioned community choruses in the country. Much of the momentum for this growth and development has been the genius of former Artistic Director, Dr. André J. Thomas, whose energy, skill and musical talents are known and respected throughout the choral world. Upon the retirement of Dr. Thomas at the end of the 2018-19 season, the Chorus welcomed its current Artistic Director, Dr. Michael Hanawalt. In keeping with its mission, the Chorus promotes choral music through excellence in performance, invites schools to attend dress rehearsals, and partners each concert with a local human services nonprofit organization. The repertoire of the Chorus focuses on the performance of large masterworks with orchestra. Recent performances include works by Mendelssohn, Handel, Thompson, Brahms, Lauridsen, Fauré, Ray, Poulenc, Honegger, Haydn, Mahler, Vaughan Williams, Thomas, Dilworth, and Beethoven. To date, The Chorus has performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City (2004), in China, where the singers were proud to take part in the First International Beijing Choral Festival (2007), the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. (2008), in Prague, Czech Republic, in the Prague Choral Festival (2011), in Paris and Normandy, France, in the Paris Choral Festival (2013), in Italy for the Rome Festival (2015), Ireland for the Limerick Sings! Festival (2017). In February 2019, the Chorus performed the world premiere of the André Thomas Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy at the American Choral Directors 60th Annual Conference in Kansas City, Missouri. Michael Hanawalt is the Director of Graduate Choral Studies at Florida State University, where he conducts the Chamber Choir, teaches graduate courses in conducting and choral literature, and serves as Artistic Director for the Tallahassee Community Chorus. Previous appointments include Director of Choral Activities at Wichita State University, Chorus Director at the Wichita Symphony Orchestra, and Visiting Instructor of Music at St. Olaf College. Active as a conductor and tenor soloist, Dr. Hanawalt has conducted choirs and honor choirs in and from many American states as well as the Czech Republic, Portugal, and Puerto Rico. His choirs have appeared at conventions of the National Collegiate Choral Organization (NCCO) and the American Choral Directors Association’s (ACDA) Southern Region. His setting of “Amazing Grace” has been performed at two national conventions of the American Choral Director’s Association, and his arrangement of “Loch Lomond” is featured on the Cantus recording, Let Your Voice Be Heard. The RSNO Chorus is one of the busiest and most respected choruses in the UK. Directed by Stephen Doughty, they perform around 15 times per Season with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. In 2018 the RSNO Chorus celebrated its 175th anniversary, making it one of the oldest symphonic choruses in the world. The RSNO Chorus has over 130 members from across Scotland, and perform regularly with leading international conductors and RSNO Music Director Thomas Søndergård. The Chorus perform a wide range of repertoire, from large scale choral works to well-known film scores. Recent repertoire highlights are Bernstein’s Mass, Brahms’ Requiem, Stravinsky’s Symphony of Psalms, Poulenc’s Gloria and Elgar’s Dream of Gerontius, and in 2018 they gave a widely acclaimed performance of Britten’s War Requiem at the BBC Proms. The RSNO Chorus has also had great success in recording with the Orchestra. Its recordings, amongst others, of Prokofiev’s Alexander Nevsky, conducted by Neeme Järvi, and Holst’s The Planets, conducted by David Lloyd-Jones, have both been subject to high critical acclaim. Stephen Doughty has been Chorus Director of the RSNO Chorus since the start of the 2022:23 Season. Since his arrival the Chorus has seen an influx of new members, and an abundance of varied and critically acclaimed performances, including Verdi’s Requiem, Britten’s War Requiem, Bruckner’s E Minor Mass and the Scottish premiere of Sir James MacMillan’s Christmas Oratorio. He has also directed the Chorus in new and imaginative programmes in their own right, including Rheinberger’s glorious Mass in E flat for double choir, and concerts with percussion and organ featuring Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms, the European premiere of McIntyre’s Missa Brevis and Ives’ final major choral work, Psalm 90. Stephen’s previous 12-year tenure as Chorus Master of Belfast Philharmonic Choir included a number of world premieres, most significantly James Whitbourn’s The Seven Heavens and Philip Hammond’s Requiem for the Lost Souls of the Titanic, performed exactly 100 years since the liner went down, and further European premieres of both Stuart Scott’s Requiem Brevis, which saw the 100-strong choir separated into eight choirs spaced around the audience, and Christopher Marshall’s Earthsong. Stephen particularly enjoys working with amateur singers, not least leading regular singing days frequently involving up to 800 amateur singers. He was Musical Director of Edinburgh Bach Choir for 7 years and has enjoyed the directing the Garleton Singers for over 30 years, performing with them recently at the Lammermuir Festival. Stephen plays harpsichord/organ continuo and orchestral piano and has given frequent organ recitals, including several on the grand Mulholland Organ in the Ulster Hall, Belfast. He is also in demand as an arranger and orchestrator, with a large portfolio of work particularly for young voices. He has produced a plethora of arrangements of the music of pianist Christopher Norton, including two publications of piano duets and a suite for wind sextet, and has received commissions from Children’s Classic Concerts, the Ulster Orchestra and the RSNO. Commissions from the BBC have seen his work being performed on BBC Alba and at the Last Night of the Proms, and his pieces feature on several recordings, including with the RSNO Chorus. Finally, Stephen is an Examiner for the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. www.stephendoughty.co.uk John Philip Kitchen MBE is a Scottish organist,harpsichordist, conductor, early music scholar, and music educator based in Edinburgh. John Kitchen is Director of Music at Old Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church in Edinburgh, and Edinburgh City Organist with performing and curatorial duties at the Usher Hall. He is also Edinburgh University Organist and is much involved with the Collections of Early Keyboard Instruments at St Cecilia's Hall, most of which he has recorded. He gives many solo recitals both in the UK and further afield, and also plays regularly with several ensembles, covering a wide range of musical styles. In addition, he is much in demand as a continuo player, accompanist, tutor, lecturer, writer, adjudicator, reviewer and recording artist. He has recorded extensively for Delphian Records, the Edinburgh-based label, including three CDs recorded on the 1914 Norman and Beard organ here in the Usher Hall. Information Source: Perform International | eventbrite

For one night only, the New York Pig Funkers are back, Back, BACK! At their first gig in over thirty years Edinburgh's finest funk-a-teers will be playing Hothouse, Organ, Tomato Grosso and all their other hits. Support comes from Fred Deakin who was their regular DJ back in the day and who will be spinning appropriately funky tunes for your dancing pleasure both before and after the Pig Funkers perform their 45 minute set. Information Source: Fred Deakin | eventbrite

Join us for our very first Gluten Free Food Market in Edinburgh on 12 July 2025. You will be able to taste and buy an array of gluten free products from local and national producers of gluten free food, along with outdoor street vendors and an onsite gluten free bar, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, our wonderful ambassador Becky Excell will be joining us for timed Meet & Greet in all three sessions. You’ll be able to buy any of Becky’s books at the Coeliac UK stand and you can add a free Meet and Greet ticket to your Gluten Free Food Market ticket session (one ticket per group/order). TIMING & TICKET S: We’ll be hosting three ticketed sessions throughout the day. 10.00 -12.00 13.00 -15.00 15.30 -17.30 Ticket prices: Adult tickets will be £4. Under 16’s are free. Please note that child tickets may only be purchased with an accompanying adult ticket. For those of you with accessibility requirements we will be having a quieter, a 30 minute browsing session and meet and greet attached to the second session. Please get in touch at festival@coeliac.org.uk if you require a ticket for this session. And don't forget to check our event webpage at www.coeliac.org.uk/GFFMEdinburgh for the latest exhibitor listing and event information. We look forward to seeing you there! Information Source: Coeliac UK | eventbrite

What happens when poetry works its alchemy on the past? Even the most ordinary histories -- from our personal aches to shared upheavals -- can yield the most rare and uncommon shards. Fellow writers Cynthia Miller, Shze-Hui Tjoa, and Tim Tim Cheng will join Singapore poet Theophilus Kwek in a reading to celebrate the launch of his new collection Commonwealth (Carcanet Press), which dwells on the dreams and displacements that have shaped the lives of multiple generations within an ever-changing city. Theophilus Kwek is a writer, editor and translator based in Singapore. His work has been published in The Guardian, Times Literary Supplement, The Straits Times, and elsewhere; and performed at the Royal Opera House. Two of his previous collections of poetry were shortlisted for the Singapore Literature Prize, while his pamphlet, The First Five Storms, won the inaugural New Poets’ Prize. In 2023, he was the youngest writer and first Singaporean to be awarded the Cikada Prize by the Swedish Institute, for poetry that “defends the inviolability of life”. He is a member of the Folio Academy, and part of the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2024. His latest book is Commonwealth (Carcanet Press, 2025). Cynthia Miller is a Malaysian-American poet and co-founder of the Verve Poetry Festival. Her debut collection Honorifics won an Eric Gregory, was awarded Best First Collection at The Laurel Prize and was shortlisted for the Forward Prize and the Seamus Heaney Poetry Prize. Her poems have appeared in The Rialto, Ambit, The Telegraph, Butcher's Dog, MIT Technology Review and Poetry Birmingham Literary Journal. Shze-Hui Tjoa is the author of the memoir The Story Game from Tin House books, named a best nonfiction book of 2024 by Electric Lit and Paste Magazine. She is a nonfiction editor at Guernica and Adi Magazine, and her latest author interviews can be found in BOMB, Lit Hub, Electric Literature, Between the Covers podcast, and elsewhere. She is currently working on a hybrid memoir about touch, music, and motherhood. Tim Tim Cheng (she/they) is a poet from Hong Kong. Her debut collection, The Tattoo Collector (Nine Arches Press, 2024), is a Poetry Book Society Recommendation. Her pamphlet, Tapping at Glass (Verve, 2023), was shortlisted for The Kavya Prize and named one of The Poetry Society’s Books of the Year. In her work, she explores the intersection between the personal and political, land and body. Information Source: Typewronger Books | eventbrite

#KaraokeKarma by Epona Productions A works reunion in a karaoke booth. The room's booked for 20 - only 4 turn up. Dark secrets, deceit and despair bring the team back together for 1 night. Will the unravelling of truths bring anyone peace? What exactly happened last year that nobody wants to talk about? Why does the new girl ask so many questions? And who is Nichola from Only Fans? Join Lucinda, Vivienne, Barry, and Isla in a night of turmoil and tension with the high kick energy of karaoke. Audience participation encouraged in this fun-filled, dramatic show. Collecting for Andy's Man Club, a charity for male mental health and suicide. Run time 1hr (approx, no interval) 7.30pm (doors at 7pm) Information Source: Leith Depot | eventbrite

On this fascinating journey through the neuroscience of music and sound, you will learn how the brain hears and responds to music. Why does some music make us cry? Ever wondered how those who are deaf or have hearing loss experience music? How can learning to play music physically change the brain? Is music the key to healthy brain ageing? Helen will discuss the latest research on the neuroscience of music and the role of music for brain health.Prepare to delve into the weird and wonderful world of neuroscience as Helen explains the amazing things that happen between your ears and your brain. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat! Follow us on IG @seedtalks Dr Helen Nuttall is a passionate science communicator and Lecturer in Cognitive Neuroscience in the Department of Psychology at Lancaster University UK, where she leads the Neuroscience of Speech and Action (NoSA) Laboratory. The NoSA Lab investigate research questions surrounding how speech, action, and cognition are represented in the brain, our neuroplastic ability, and how our brains are affected by ageing and disease. She uses a variety of methods including brain imaging and brain stimulation to understand the links between the brain and our behaviour.   Testimonials from our guests ⭐ Great events, amazing speakers on important topics, would recommend! - Scott F  ⭐ Expertly run, talks are always super informative and a lot of fun! Couldn’t recommend these enough! 5 star. - Owen S ⭐ Engaging talks on lots of enriching & inspiring topics. Completely recommend seedtalks for anyone looking to learn something new in an accessible way! - Colette F  Information Source: Seed Talks | eventbrite

This is the first exhibition of its kind to show primate taxidermy specimens behaving as they would in the wild. 'Monkeys: Our Primate Family' brings together more than 50 taxidermy specimens, including monkeys, apes, lemurs and lorises. Specimens on display include the Barbary Macaque, Western Lowland Gorilla, and ring-tailed Lemur.

Join our Boozy Brushes Sip and Paint Hip-Hop Themed Art Party! Take a Creative and Musical Journey through 4 Decades of Rap, Hip-hop and R&B culture with your paintbrush in hand. Painting is a fantastic way to unwind, explore your creative potential and socialise with your friends or someone new. We want to show people that art is not restricted to a particular type of individual and learning new painting skills can be lighthearted, fun and therapeutic. All of our classes are beginner friendly and are taught by a drag artist who will guide you through the painting process. You can also chose to show off your own skills and paint something entirely different should you choose to. All of the supplies will be provided, including: Canvas Easel Brushes Paint Aprons Food and drink available to purchase Alongside potentially winning one of our exciting prizes, guests can also take home their own masterpiece. Please arrive 5 minutes before the class with your ticket to hand. Our tickets are non-refundable once purchased. If you would like to reschedule your class please provide us with at least 24 hours notice and you should be able to join a future event. Look forward to getting creative with you all :) Information Source: Boozy Brushes | eventbrite

The Junior Summer Muay Thai Camp will be held in Edinburgh at the Endangered MMA venue located at 195b Slateford Road, EH14 1QA. The event is scheduled for June 30, 2025. Participants can experience a dynamic training program led by experienced instructors, aimed at improving their skills in the art of Muay Thai. This camp offers a unique opportunity for young martial arts enthusiasts to enhance their techniques and learn from top professionals in the field. With a ticket price of £110, attendees can immerse themselves in a challenging yet rewarding experience that will leave a lasting impact on their fighting abilities.

Join Dr Joanna Härmä at Blackwell’s of Edinburgh, as she joins us on Wednesday 2nd July, at 7pm, to speak about her second book, How the New Education Establishment Betrayed the World’s Poorest Children: Broken Promises, Broken Schools, published by Bloomsbury Academic in February 2025. The book takes the reader through the author’s journey, both practical and intellectual, spanning two decades. It brings a critical lens to widely-held beliefs in the power of education and the need to deliver this quickly and at scale, outlining all but insurmountable obstacles to realising local, national and global ambitions. Highly contextualised direct experience over 20 years from one part of Uttar Pradesh, India, is blended with historical sources and primary and secondary data from a broad range of African countries. The book considers public, private and blended approaches to education delivery. Joanna is a writer and researcher who has conducted extensive research on low-fee private schooling targeting lower income communities in India, Nigeria, Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Mozambique. This research was carried out while working on a range of donor and foundation-funded projects and she has also worked in other African and Asian countries on issues other than private schooling. While living and working in Nigeria, she designed and oversaw the only comprehensive census of private schools in Lagos, amongst other research into private schooling in the country, including Kwara State and the federal capital, Abuja. She has also worked on other types of projects in Liberia, Malawi and Bangladesh. Her first book, Low-fee Private Schooling and Poverty in Developing Countries, was published in 2021 by Bloomsbury Academic. - Doors: 6.30pm, event starts: 7pm, please arrive early to secure a good seat. Tickets are £3and there is a Ticket & Book option which includes a signed copy of Dr Joanna Härmä's new book. The bookshop has level access, events are seated and speakers use microphones. If you have any concerns about accessibility, please do get in touch and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Refunds are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, we are unable to offer a refund after the event. For more information or if you would like a signed copy because you can't make it to the event, please contact the Blackwell's events team on 0131 622 8222 or matthew.land@waterstones.com Information Source: Blackwell's Edinburgh South Bridge | eventbrite

It’s Midsummer’s eve and deep in an enchanted forest mischief is stirring. The Fairy King and Queen are feuding, four runaway lovers are tying themselves in knots, and a troupe of quite appalling actors are preparing a theatrical extravaganza destined to impress. With shapeshifting trouble-maker Puck at the helm, the course of true love never did run smooth. ★★★★★ – “So entertaining…laugh-out-loud funny” ★★★★★ – “One of the best Shakespeare plays I’ll ever watch” – The Bristol Post ★★★★★ – “The ultimate British theatrical experience” – Hastings Independent Press ★★★★★ – “Riotously fun. Hugely enjoyable” On Wednesday 9th July, join us at Lauriston Castle. Bring your own cushions, and camping-chairs and join us on our 10th anniversary open-air adventure. Come prepared for the weather - the performance will continue come rain come shine! This performance is an outdoor performance. We recommend that you bring blankets/chairs/cushions etc. to sit on. Come prepared for the weather with warm coats and waterproofs etc, as the performance will continue come rain come shine! We ask that you don’t bring umbrellas as these can obscure the view for other people in the audience. 7pm start time, picnics welcome from 6pm. The performance will last approximately 100 minutes (+ a 20 minute interval). We recommend booking tickets for this performance online in advance. For further information about this performance please email boxoffice@threeinchfools.com. Information Source: The Three Inch Fools | eventbrite

Spring Explorers is our 3 hour programme, suitable for P3-7 aged children. Our 3 hour sessions are a great opportunity to introduce your children to the wonderful world of wildlife at Edinburgh Zoo. This active programme includes visiting our amazing animals, playing themed games and taking part in a range of exciting activities whilst exploring our amazing site in the heart of Corstorphine. Please note that if we do not meet our required numbers for bookings, some sessions may be cancelled. In the event of a cancellation, anyone who has booked would be contacted and given a full refund. Information Source: RZSS Discovery & Learning | eventbrite

Experience the enchanting classical music of Chopin by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Chopin's compositions on July 25, 2025, at this historic venue located on High Street. Let the flickering candlelight set the mood as you enjoy a mesmerizing evening of piano masterpieces in this iconic setting. Don't miss this unique opportunity to be transported by the elegant and emotive melodies of Chopin in the heart of Edinburgh.

Andy Goldsworthy: Fifty Years will take over the upper and lower galleries in the Royal Scottish Academy building for the summer. Based in Scotland, Goldsworthy (born 1956) is internationally famous for his extraordinary work with natural materials. The exhibition showcases over 200 works such as photographs, sculptures and expansive new installations built in-situ.

It’s the stand-up chat show where comedians sell their jokes. We’re the only stand-up show in the world where if you like a joke enough, you can buy it. Every show introduces a top-secret line-up of the absolute best comedians at the Fringe – all offering their jokes to the highest bidder. All monies raised from joke sales are donated to Comedy Support Act, the charity set up to provide emergency funds to support Comedians that find themselves in times of financial hardship. 'PAY WHAT YOU CAN' TICKETING EXPLAINED All of our show tickets are the same apart from the price. 'Pay What You Can' ticketing means that you decide what price to pay. Please support our show with the best ticket price you can afford. IMPORTANT These shows are all being recorded for our Youtube channel and this footage may include shots of the audience. Information Source: Need To Know Comedy | eventbrite

Build strength, flexibility, fitness and endurance, grow as an aerial yogi in just one week! Cultivate strength and control with a week-long bootcamp series of aerial yoga classes in August 2025!The bootcamp is divided into four days of classes spread across a week (see below for dates and times). You can book onto any number of these classes individually, or all together for the full bootcamp with a little discount. The first three days are general-level with a focus on building strength. The Saturday class is the culmination of the bootcamp and classified as an intermediate class. If you have done the three days you will be fine in day 4. If you have concerns about level, email me any questions at consciousyoga.uk@gmail.com BOOTCAMP BREAKDOWNDAY 1 - MONDAY 4TH AUGUST, 6-7.30PM: general-level class focusing on arms, upper body, chest opening DAY 2 -WEDNESDAY 6TH AUGUST, 6-7.30PM: general-level class focusing on abs, core strength, back bends DAY 3 - THURSDAY 7TH AUGUST, 5.30-7PM: general-level class focusing on legs, bum, hamstring and hip flexibility DAY 4 - SATURDAY 9TH AUGUST, 9.15-10.45AM: intermediate-level class with a whole-body focus, some complex wraps Information Source: Conscious Yoga | eventbrite

Discover the rich spiritual and architectural heritage of Scotland with a captivating walking tour of hidden gems in the tapestry of Edinburgh’s historic churches. This is our first tour in Scotland. Nestled in the heart of the city, Sacred Heart stands as a stunning example of Jesuit architecture, with its ornate interior, beautiful stained glass windows, and peaceful ambiance offering a serene retreat from the bustling streets. Just a short walk away, Old Saint Paul’s, the oldest Episcopal church in Edinburgh, captivates visitors with its rich gothic revival design, dramatic arches, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere steeped in history. Together, these sacred sites offer a profound glimpse into Edinburgh’s diverse religious tapestry, blending architectural splendour with deep spiritual significance. We’re partnering with Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts . We’ll arrive at Old Saint Paul’s in time for a lunchtime recital ‘Art Songs and Lieder on Sacred Themes (soprano and piano). There is also an exhibition ‘Discovering the Fabric of Faith’ which you’ll have plenty of time to view. The tour will take place on Tuesday 12 August , starting at 10.30am at Sacred Heart Church . Tickets cost £45 per person (plus online booking fees), including a tour at each church, a ticket for the recital and exhibition viewing. The recital and tour will end at 2.15pm when you will then be able to continue to view the exhibition or leave for lunch. This tour will involve around 20 minutes of walking. This event will raise funds for the work of the National Churches Trust, supporting churches, chapels and meeting houses across the UK. ----- Please note: this tour takes place during the Edinburgh Festival, when public spaces, venues and group refreshments providers are booked far in advance. Therefore, we are not be able to provide hot refreshments or lunch. We will provide a bottle of water and snacks. Jesuit Church of the Sacred Heart On the edge of Edinburgh’s historic old town, the building was opened in 1860. It is home to the largest Stations of the Cross in Europe, each being 5m x 2.5m. They were created for the church between 1871 and 1874 by Bavarian artist, Peter Rauth (1828-96). In 1957, a mural was painted in the church above the altar. It was designed by Derek Clarke, a lecturer at the Edinburgh School of Art. https://edinburghjesuit.org.uk/stationsofcross Old Saint Paul’s   Although the present building dates from the 19th century, Old Saint Paul’s stands on the site of the original home of the Scottish Episcopal Church in Edinburgh.   Over many years, the church has accumulated an exceptionally rich collection of church vestments, hangings and linens. Beautiful cloth, intricate embroidery and superb needlework can bring a distinctive artistic dimension to Christian faith in the practice of worship. Expert guides will be on hand during our visit to explain the symbolism skillfully embodied in fabric, and the religious ceremonies in which these magnificent items are regularly used.  https://www.osp.org.uk/who-we-are/our-history/    Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts   - Sunday 10 to Saturday 16 August 2025   Celebrating the rich Christian tradition in music, visual art, poetry, drama and architecture for one week in August. Full programme to be released 7 February: https://www.edinburghsacredartsfestival.org/     We highly recommend staying in Edinburgh to enjoy more festival highlights, or visit the more well know churches and cathedrals in the city.  Information Source: National Churches Trust | eventbrite

With caller Ken Gourlay and ceilidh band. Soft drinks £1. All dances walked through and called. Good exercise and great fun. It's so joyful - Japanese tourist. Please try to arrive before 8pm as we have a 5-minute warm-up at 8pm to reduce the risk of injuries Mobile phones and tablets: taking photos or videos is OK but if you need to answer / make a call / text / browse etc. (musicians find this very rude) please do so outside the dance room in the foyer No high heels please edinburghceilidhs.net ken@edinburghceilidhs.net 0131 339 5374 (24 hours) After the ceilidh - up to half an hour - FREE to ceilidh attendees: Interactive chat and jokes about ceilidhs, Auld Lang Syne, Robert Burns, Edinburgh, Scotland, the Scottish, England, your country? Tell jokes yourself. Improve your English and Scots. Information Source: Ken Gourlay | eventbrite

AC/DC and The Pretty Reckless are set to electrify Edinburgh with an unforgettable performance at Murrayfield Stadium on August 21, 2025. Known for their high-energy shows and legendary status in rock music, AC/DC will share the stage with the dynamic and powerful The Pretty Reckless, creating a night of unparalleled rock excellence. This event promises to be a monumental occasion for rock enthusiasts, with tickets priced at 480 GBP or 204 USD. Murrayfield Stadium, located in the heart of Edinburgh, will serve as the perfect backdrop for this epic concert, offering a spacious and iconic venue for fans to experience the raw power and charisma of these two phenomenal bands. Don't miss the chance to witness rock history in the making at AC/DC, The Pretty Reckless Edinburgh.

The Cold War was a 40-year nuclear stand-off between the USA and the Soviet Union after the Second World War. Scotland’s unique landscape provided a useful base for Allied military preparations and research. The impact of the war still lingers in Scottish politics, culture and memory. Scots played an active role in the global conflict as soldiers within intelligence services and as part of voluntary civil defences. The exhibition will draw on Scotland’s rich history of Cold War-era protest and activism. Cold War Scotland is an output of Materialising the Cold War, a collaborative research project between National Museums Scotland and the University of Stirling. The project explores how the Cold War heritage is represented and how museums can adapt to tell this story in future. Materialising the Cold War is funded by a major grant from the Arts and Humanities Research Council.

The exhibition sheds light on behind-the-scenes processes, from photographers’ handwritten annotations to correspondence with members of the Royal Family and their staff, revealing the stories behind some of the most celebrated photographs ever taken of the Royal Family.

Explore the creation and use of maps during the Second World War. Discover their use through personal stories, photography, and memorabilia. Between 1939 and 1945 over 3 billion maps were produced for the Allied, Soviet and German forces. Used to navigate the jungles of south-east Asia or for devising an escape plan, the maps on display are now mementoes. Maps kept alongside medals and photographs to say ‘I was there.’ You'll find aerial photography, war diaries, and even a fashionable dress made from escape and evasion maps. The exhibition introduces us to a Prisoner of War, an RAF pilot, a Brigadier and an army chaplain through the maps they kept as a memory of their war service.

We'll cover the following areas: How to compost at home with bay and bokashi set-ups (led by Lauriston Agroecology Farm ) How to make compost teas (led by Grass Roots Remedies ) How to vermicompost (led by Rhyze Mushrooms ) Who is This Event For? Adults aged 16+ who are interested in earthworms, organic growing, compost and soil health. Venue and Accessibility Notes This is a group workshop in a working farm's Market Garden which has an uneven terrain. There will be: moments of light hands on activity demonstrations to view a conversational setting Please: dress for outdoors (bring lots of warm layers!) although we will be sheltered from the elements most of the time bring a notebook & pen/pencil if you want to jot down info bring a packed lunch (we'll provide tea, coffee and biscuits) email info@lauristonfarm.org if you have any accessibility questions or requests. More About Tickets Tickets are on a sliding scale with 'solidarity' options (see below) Solidarity - offer if you can (+50%) £15 Standard Ticket £10 Discount - take if you need (-50%) £5 About Solidarity Pricing We have a solidarity pricing model for our community engagement work. We encourage those who can to pay a little more, and those who can’t are encouraged to pay a discounted rate. We hope to foster more justice, equity and diversity in our food system by charging on a sliding scale. What Price Should I Pay Within the Solidarity Model? We suggest you consider paying the solidarity contribution rate if you agree with one or more of the below: I am able to meet all of my basic needs and have some disposable income I have access to savings and/or inherited money My rent/mortgage payments are less than 30% of my monthly income I am able to, and would like to, stand in solidarity with others I am able to stand in solidarity with the work of Lauriston Farm to build community, promote biodiversity and support local provision of nutritious food We suggest you consider paying the discounted rate if you agree with one or more of the below: I frequently stress about meeting basic needs and don’t always achieve them I have no, or very limited, expendable income I do unpaid care work or support children/other dependents on one income I do not qualify for state funds due to my immigration status I have to work part time/I am on a low income i.e. working less than 16 hours a wk TRAVEL The Market Garden is located here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aoeB87fbCHX8Aset7 from Cramond Road South. The Market Garden can also be reached by walking across the farm from here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ejragJRmz4EfUvDt9 Please use public transport, walk, wheel or cycle to get to the farm whenever possible. Lothian Buses 16, 27, 29, 37 & 47 all stop within 5 minutes of the farm. There is no general car parking on the farm. We can support a small number of vehicles to park at the entrance - this is reserved only for those who need it as an access requirement - please email info@lauristonfarm.org if you need to do this. Additional Project Context: This workshop is part of our Compost and Castings events programme which culminates on Saturday the 14th June in a Worm Appreciation Day with craft workshops, soup eating and a ceremonial opening of our Vermiculture Compost System at Lauriston Farm - because W orms O bviously R equire M otivation S easonally! (See our Eventbrite listing to book) Rhyze Mushrooms is a non-profit worker’s coop situated at Lauriston Farm. They harness the decomposing power of mushrooms to grow food from local waste and are in the early stages of a new vermicomposting enterprise. This circular model approach to food production makes use of the spent substrate from mushroom growing, which is broken down by the composting worms into a nutrient-rich soil amendment perfect for vegetable propagation. Grass Roots Remedies are an Edinburgh & Glasgow based workers’ cooperative whose central philosophy is that herbal medicine is the medicine of the people and should be accessible to everyone. They offer a series of practical courses and workshops, run the Wester Hailes Community Herbal Medicine Clinic, and the North Edinburgh Community Herbal Clinic in Granton, support student herbalists with their clinical hours, grow herbs in the the Blackford Glen Medicine Garden, and produce simple resources to enable folks to practice herbalism at home. Information Source: Lauriston Agroecology Farm | eventbrite

Join Ailsa for a fun and relaxed morning preparing a number of Korean dishes! The event takes place on Saturday 14 June from 10:30am to 2pm. Tickets can also be purchased from our site without additional fees. You will learn to cook: - Buchujeon (chive pancake) - Korean 'Fried' Chicken (with pickles) - Sookju Namul (Beansprout Salad) - Kimchi Fried Rice Once the dishes have been prepared, sit down together with your fellow attendees to enjoy what you have cooked! Suitability: This class is suitable for any level of cook. Dietaries: This class can be made suitable for vegetarians if you just let us know when booking. Concession tickets Cyrenians is committed to accessibility and offers a concession rate for those who are group booking (booking of two or more tickets in one order), children aged under 12 or unemployed, on a low income, on benefits or retired. We ask that all guests under the age of 18 are accompanied by an adult. About our events By participating in our events you are directly supporting the work we do with people taking the first steps on their own food journeys, whether this is learning the basics of food hygiene and cooking, or receiving support via our flatpack meals services and community pantries. Thank you for choosing to participate in an event that makes a difference. Location This event will be taking place at our Flavour and Haver cook school in Leith, a short walk from Leith Walk and Pilrig Park. Accessible through Lothian Buses via Leith Walk, Great Junction Street and Bonnington Road. If you'd like further information Please contact us at sueoneill-berest@cyrenians.scot Information Source: Cyrenians | eventbrite

This course is designed for: Spiritual seekers : If you feel called to elevate your soul’s journey and unlock practical tools for growth, whether or not your daily work aligns with your spiritual side. Holistic practitioners : If you want to expand your skillset with powerful, time-honored practices to enrich your work with clients. Embark on a Journey of Japanese Shamanism and Philosophy Over 13 transformative modules, taught during three full weekends (online or in-person), you will gain the wisdom and techniques to become a certified Spiritual Warrior Mentor . This path offers: Practical shamanic tools for personal growth and client sessions. A profound journey of self-discovery and transformation . Certification from a globally recognized provider: IPHM (International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine) . If you wish to qualify, completion of case studies and assignments is required, offering you hands-on experience that deepens your learning. Otherwise you can join individual week-ends only. Whether for personal evolution or professional development, this course is your gateway to meaningful transformation. Benefits Through this certified course you will learn these for yourself and to help others in their transformation if you are an holistic therapist or help yourself in your personal evolution as a soul: Emotional Disconnection: Helps you reconnect with youselves and others through empathy-building practices like Omoiyari. Overwhelm and Burnout: Provides techniques like Shinrin-Yoku and Danshari to manage and reduce stress effectively. Stagnation and Lack of Purpose: Guides you to uncover and pursue your true calling using the Ikigai framework. Unprocessed Trauma: Facilitates healing and transformation through Kintsugi, turning painful experiences into sources of growth. Low Confidence and Resilience: Builds inner strength, patience, and adaptability through modules like Hanafubuki and Nintai. Lack of Focus and Productivity: Develops powerful daily habits and mindfulness practices to boost efficiency and clarity. RECORDINGS OF WEEK-END 1 AVAILABLE MODULE 1 Loving your imperfection through Wabi Sabi : accept the impermanence of things and recognise the beauty of imperfection, learning to flow like a river. In this module you will learn not to attach yourself to a theory, to a knowledge, but learn how to become flexible in order to be powerful and solve any life problem. MODULE 2 Embrace your wish to change through Kaizen : Kaizen is an approach to creating continuous improvement based on the idea that small, ongoing positive changes can reap significant improvements compared to radical changes to achieve transformation. In this module you will learn how to master the art of creating habits. MODULE 3 Face life challenges and storm through Hanafubuki : through ‘the cherry blossom storm’ we have the magical moment when the sakuras begin to fall, creating a delicate blizzard of petals. This concept of ephemeral beauty is a metaphor for human life, rich and beautiful but also fragile and fleeting. In this module you will learn how to remain calm to make the best decisions. MODULE 4 Express your own emotions and welcome those of others through Omoiyari : Omoiyari is commonly translated to empathy, but it actually has a deeper meaning; it literally means to give your thoughts to others. In this module you will learn how to release your own emotions and develop empathy and compassion for others. PROGRAMME OF THE SECOND WEEK-END 15TH-16TH MARCH (see separate event ) MODULE 5 Repair your own soul wounds through Kintsugi : Kintsugi is the art of mending broken objects with gold, it is the art of treasuring your wounds by repairing them with the gold of pure aesthetic experience. The wounds of our lives are seen through the eyes of the soul,which receives and heals them with the gold of death,of rebirth and freedom. In this module you will learn to perform a rite of passage after which nothing will be the same as before. MODULE 6 Master the art of patience through Nintai : Nintai is the power of enduring without complaint, without looking for quick results. It means sticking to your path, trusting the process, to your beliefs. In this module you will learn to never give up, to wait for the right time for things to happen. MODULE 7 How gratitude changes you and your brain through Itadakimasu : this word means “I humbly receive” and relates to the traditional way of showing gratitude by elevating above one’s head the gift received. Through time, itadakimasu became the expression showing appreciation for the food received. In this module you will learn the benefits of gratitude on your mental health. MODULE 8 Learn to become grounded through Shinrin-Yoku : Immersion in nature has scientifically proven therapeutic effects: it can reduce stress hormone concentrations in the body, strengthen the immune system, regulate blood pressure and heart rate, and lower cholesterol. Shinrin-Yoku is an adventure of deep communion with nature. In this module you will learn how to ground yourself. MODULE 9 Develop the best version of you through Hanasaki : this is the blossom of a flower. You will use this word for blossoming the best version of yourself. No matter who you are, where you come from, what your path has been so far, in this module you will learn to aspire to a better version of yourself. PROGRAMME OF JUNE MODULE 10 Less is more: learn to declutter and simplify your life through Danshari : There’s a new movement rising around the world. Perhaps you’ve heard of it: Danshari. It means “refusal, disposal and separation” You can simply translate it as cleaning or tidying up, but this word means more than this. In this module you will learn to abandon attachment to objects and make a better use of them. MODULE 11 Connect with your soul mission through Ikigai : ikigai is that thing that gives our existence a marvellous intensity, it is what gives meaning to life or, as the French would say, its raison d’etre. There is a fire inside us: it can burn with more force, it can weaken, but then it can come back stronger than ever. Ikigai cannot be a simple mental vision, as it is wider, deeper and absolute than the thinking mind. You can only live it, and only by living it can you know it. In this module you will learn the first steps to move nearer to your soul mission. MODULE 12 Accept your own shadows, feeling a part of the universe through Yugen : Beauty is Darkness. Shadows are what allow the visible to emerge. The whole world and ourselves are a constant duality: we wake up and go to bed, the sun rises and goes down, we feel on top of the world and we feel stressed, we move in and out, we feel active and we feel lazy and so on. It’s the natural flow of the universe, nothing lasts in the same status forever. In this module you will learn to keep this duality between inner light and darkness stable and to reach the perfect moment. MODULE 13 Accept the impermanence of life through Mono No Aware : ‘this is the deep feeling or pathos of things, the powerful emotions that objects can evoke or instil in us. It is often associated with a poignant feeling of transience, a beautiful sadness in the passing of lives and objects, like the glorious colour of autumn leaves as they are about to fall. In this module you will learn how to let go of our attachments to transient things. Information Source: School of Shamanism | eventbrite

Azur Ensemble present their programme of works by J.S. Bach, Barsanti, Marais, Eccles, Vivaldi and others. Information Source: St Cecilia's Hall, The University of Edinburgh | eventbrite

Experience an unforgettable evening of grace, rhythm, and storytelling Ahalya Dance Academy presents a mesmerizing showcase of traditional Indian classical dance. Featuring performances of Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, and Mohiniyattam, this event celebrates the dedication and passion of our talented artists and students. Whether you're a longtime admirer or new to this beautiful art form, we promise an enthralling and entertaining evening to remember. Secure your spot now and be part of a cultural celebration like no other! Information Source: Ahalya Dance Academy | eventbrite