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Talks And Lectures events in Fife

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Events in Fife

Anna Taylor: Scaling New Heights

6th December 2023

Climber and adventurer Anna Taylor shares stories from her exploits around the world and explores the mental challenges that come with these objectives.

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Architecture on the Carpet

7th December 2023

Join Markinch Heritage Group on Thursday 7th December as Dakers Fleming takes us on a wonderful journey back to childhood and the toys we once played with before the invention of the computer!

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Arts Lecture - Upstairs and Downstairs with Christmas by Simon Williams

12th December 2023

The Arts Society Fife's art lecture in December is Upstairs and Downstairs with Christmas by Simon Williams, where he will be talking about his experiences of his highly acclaimed acting career!

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Arts Lecture - A Brief History of Bookbinding by Caroline Bendix

9th January 2024

This lecture, given by Caroline Bendix on 9th January, provides an overview of Western bookbinging including structure, the materials used and their manufacture.

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Mark Wedgwood: Cycling Every OS Map. In Numerical Order!

10th January 2024

Mark Wedgwood cycled 7,300 miles across all 204 Ordnance Survey Landranger maps, in numerical order. Join him as he shares his journey to the most extreme and hard-to-reach places!

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Alberta Whittle: The Axe Forgets, But The Tree Remembers

17th January 2024

Alberta Whittle’s film commission The Axe Forgets, But The Tree Remembers is a multi-voiced portrayal of members of the Windrush Generation and their descendants.

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Mandi Stark: Getting The Shot (Where, When, How)

22nd January 2024

Join wildlife documentary producer-director Mandi Stark as she takes us behind the scenes of filming natural history across the globe!

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Joe Bunyan: People: We All Have That Something Within

7th February 2024

Joe Bunyan left a career in consulting to pursue his goal of becoming a film director. Hear of the incredible people he has encountered and the lessons he has learned.

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Arts Lecture - Winston Churchill: An Inspirational Life in Photographs, Words & Paintings by Mark Cottle

13th February 2024

The aim of this lecture on 13th February is to capture the richness and diversity of Winston Churchill's life and character.

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Mark Agnew: Exploring Motivations in the Northwest Passage

19th February 2024

In July 2023, adventure sports journalist and author Mark Agnew set out with a small team aiming to be the first to kayak the entire Northwest Passage. Join him as he shares him journey!

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Kate Rawles The Life Cycle: Adventure in the Andes

6th March 2024

Join Kate Rawles as she reflects on her most recent adventure cycling the length of South America, from the Pacific Ocean to rainforests and salt flats, on a bamboo bike she built herself.

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Arts Lecture - The Georgian Country House: Its Interior Decoration and Furnishings by Barbara Peacock

12th March 2024

This lecture on 12th March will trace the architectural development of the country house from the Baroque to the Palladian and will look at the paintings and sculptures.

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Mark Evans: Heart of Arabia: In the Footsteps of Harry St John Philby

18th March 2024

Mark Evans shares the story of recreating St John Philby’s pioneering 1917 journey across Arabia and his own recent Heart of Arabia expedition with Philby’s Saudi Arabian granddaughter.

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Arts Lecture - The Jacobites in Italy: The End of a Dream by Dr Patricia Andrew

9th April 2024

The Arts Society Fife's art lecture in April is given by Dr Patricia Andrew and looks at the Jacobite court in Italy!

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Arts Lecture - The Story of Jewellery in Scotland by Clare Blatherwick

14th May 2024

The Arts Society Fife's art lecture on 14th May looks at the jewels of a nation and those in public and private collections, and in potrtais.

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Arts Lecture - Bernini: Genius of the Roman Baroque by Dr Brendan Cassidy

11th June 2024

Our June lecture focuses on the sculptures of Gian Lorenzo Berninion, which are some of the greatest works in marble and bronze in the history of European art.

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Murder At Home

18th September 2024

Join the UK's leading criminologist Professor David Wilson, author of the fascinating new book 'Murder At Home', as he explores how home is the most common site for murder.

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Simon Reeve: To The Ends Of The Earth

14th November 2024

Simon Reeve is on a UK tour with ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’ and brings it to the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on 14th November!

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Shaun Ryder

11th April 2025

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 Rothes Halls on 11th April 2025!

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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:

Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Meetings

Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Meetings

Selected dates between 21st September 2023 - 16th May 2024

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!

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John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right

John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right

15th June 2024

Music icon John Lydon, frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL), will take centre stage at Eastwood Park Theatre in June 2024!

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Heritage Talk: East Renfrewshire’s Place in Glasgow’s Calico Printing Industry

Heritage Talk: East Renfrewshire’s Place in Glasgow’s Calico Printing Industry

7th December 2023

Join Tracy Harrison Butler as she examines Glasgow's calico printers from the 1750s until 1931 and discusses East Renfrewshire's domination in the calico printing industry throughout that time.

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Talks 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:

Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night

Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night

23rd October 2024

Join Jon Ronson at the Usher Hall for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy!

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UNMASKED: Real stories of Nursing in COVID-19: Exhibition Launch (hybrid)

UNMASKED: Real stories of Nursing in COVID-19: Exhibition Launch (hybrid)

30th November 2023

Join the Royal College of Nursing for the launch of our new exhibition revealing the real experiences of nursing during the COVID-19 pandemic, in person or online (from 6pm).

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The Best of You - January 2024

The Best of You - January 2024

20th January 2024

Four amazing speakers who will offer you new mindsets, insights, knowledge and perspectives to help you transform 2024!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

The Universe For Beginners

The Universe For Beginners

8th January 2024

Glasgow Science Centre will guide you expertly through the night sky, learning the major constellations as you go, before journeying into space and exploring the vast cosmos!

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Live Alone, Die at the Mercy of Others: A multidisciplinary conversation on the social experience of death

Live Alone, Die at the Mercy of Others: A multidisciplinary conversation on the social experience of death

5th December 2023

Join Bio-Lit Talks: Crossing Science with Humanities for an interdisciplinary discussion, investigating the ways in which our death - beyond our biology - is determined by our society.

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Auction House Scotland - Property Masterclass

Auction House Scotland - Property Masterclass

11th December 2023

Auction House Scotland are delighted to be hosting another Property Masterclass event on the evening of Monday 11th Decber at The Village Hotel.

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Talks 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 John Lydon

An Evening With John Lydon

13th June 2024

Music icon John Lydon, frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL), will take centre stage at Motherwell Concert Hall in June 2024!

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An Evening with Shaun Ryder

An Evening with Shaun Ryder

27th October 2024

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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Heritage Socials

Heritage Socials

Selected dates between 25th May 2023 - 30th November 2023

Join North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre for their Heritage Socials, short informal talks, tours and film screenings, with a chance to reminisce, socialise and find out more about the local heritage.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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An Evening with Rangers Legends in Conversation

An Evening with Rangers Legends in Conversation

1st March 2024

Amassing more than 500 appearances in the royal blue between them, three Rangers legends are coming to Beacon Arts Centre to talk about their action-packed football careers!

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PNHS Talk - Jenny’s Well Nature Reserve

PNHS Talk - Jenny’s Well Nature Reserve

7th December 2023

Find out about local wildlife and opportunities for volunteering in nature at this talk from Paisley Natural History Society at The Wynd Centre on December 7th.

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Paisley Natural History Society Illustrated Talks

Paisley Natural History Society Illustrated Talks

Selected dates between 7th December 2023 - 7th March 2024

Hear from the experts on various topics at Paisley Natural History Society's Illustrated Talks at The Wynd Centre, Paisley!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Stirling

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Cameron McNeish: An Eye to the Hills

Cameron McNeish: An Eye to the Hills

17th January 2024

Join author and TV presenter Cameron McNeish as he raises awareness of unresolved conservation issues and rejoices in the opportunities now available for young people!

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Shaun Ryder

Shaun Ryder

26th October 2024

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 The Albert Halls on 26th October!

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Talks at The Smith: The Stirling Heads

Talks at The Smith: The Stirling Heads

29th May 2024

Dr Rush, a consultant during the restoration of the royal palace at Stirling Castle, introduces the cast of characters depicted in the Stirling Heads.

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 13th September 2023 - 26th June 2024

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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Lee Craigie: Other Ways to Win

Lee Craigie: Other Ways to Win

29th November 2023

Reading extracts from her new book join Lee Craigie as she discusses identity, loss, success, freedom, and our connection to the natural world with the Royal Scottish Geographical Society.

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Professor Charles Withers: Mungo Park and the Exploration of the Niger

Professor Charles Withers: Mungo Park and the Exploration of the Niger

31st January 2024

Professor Charles Withers examines the achievements of Mungo Park and the many expeditions that followed him as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!

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Sue Stockdale: Unleashing Your Adventurous Spirit: A Modern Necessity

Sue Stockdale: Unleashing Your Adventurous Spirit: A Modern Necessity

28th February 2024

Sue Stockdale recounts her expeditions to the North Pole, Greenland, Antarctica, Kenya, Chile and Jordan, as she explains why having an adventurous spirit is essential in today's modern world!

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Professor Roger Crofts: The Future of Trees

Professor Roger Crofts: The Future of Trees

27th March 2024

Roger Crofts celebrates the role of trees in our lives and considers how to ensure that we have well-maintained woods as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!

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Popular Events

Falkland Late Night Christmas Markets
The annual Wednesday evening Falkland Late Night Market returns with an exciting collection of local makers, artists, crafters and bakers, plus brewers and distillers.
Girls’ Night Oot!
Join the girls on a hen night that you won't forget with a smash hit retro soundtrack when Girls' Night Oot comes to Rothes Halls on 29th June!
Record Fair by The Vinyl Sessions
If you’re an avid record collector, or just starting out, come along and spend the afternoon (and evening) in good company, with good music with The Vinyl Sessions at The Foresters Arms!
National Theatre Live: Vanya
Filmed live during its sold-out run in London's West End, Vanya will be playing exclusively in cinemas in 2024 including The Byre Theatre on 25th February!
Ceilidh Dance with the Herculean Revival
Enjoy a crackin' good ceilidh to the acclaimed sound of The Herculean Revival at Letham Village Hall on Saturday 16th December!

Popular Venues

Adam Smith Theatre Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls The Byre Theatre St Andrews