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Talks And Lectures events in Renfrewshire

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Events in Renfrewshire

Renfrewshire Employability Month

1st September 2025 - 25th September 2025
Various Locations Renfrewshire

Employers from across Renfrewshire will join forces in September for a series of events promoting jobs, training and education in the area.

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Riot Grrrl Thursdays: Women in Art

Selected dates between 11th September 2025 - 23rd October 2025

Join Art Riot Studio for Riot Grrrl Thursdays, each week taking a look at different women in art, delving into their approach, influences and art styles.

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Bloody Scotland Debut Panel

20th September 2025

Are you unable to get to Stirling for the Bloody Scotland Festival? Don't fear, you can meet the brilliant authors shortlisted for the Bloody Scotland Debut Prize at Waterstones Braehead!

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History Cafe: Open Discussion On Local History

20th September 2025

Join Renfrewshire Heritage in Blend Coffee Lounge at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 20th September for their in-person History Cafe.

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Paisley Heritage Talk & Presentation: Miss Cranston from Lorraine Murray

25th September 2025

Join Paisley Heritage on Thursday 25th September for this fascinating talk and presentation from local historian and archivist Lorraine Murray, all about Miss Cranston.

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Fixed In Renfrewshire: How To Run A Repair Cafe

2nd October 2025

Whether you're looking to set up a repair cafe or are just curious about what they are, come hear the story of Gryffe Repair Cafe and find out how to set up a community repair initiative.

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Paisley & District U3A Talks: A Banker Behind Bars: From Loans to Lifers

2nd October 2025

It's nearly time for former prison governor, Ian Gunn to share stories about his life behind bars... he's speaking at Paisley and District u3a on Thursday 2nd October.

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Paisley Heritage Talk: History of Paisley’s Railways By Robert Law

2nd October 2025

Join Paisley Heritage on Thursday 2nd October at their Discover Paisley Hub on County Place for Robert Law's fascinating talk all about the history of Paisley's trains.

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An Evening With Daniel Aubrey

3rd October 2025

Join Waterstones Braehead for a fantastic night of crime with Daniel Aubrey, interviewed by Alex Kane to celebrate the release of Aubrey's new book, The Dying Light.

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Rangers Legends Live!

23rd October 2025

An Evening with Rangers legends comes to the Beacon Arts centre in Greenock Starring: Mark Hateley, Ian Durrant, John Brown and Graham Roberts.

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An Evening with Michael Portillo

5th November 2026

Secretary of State. Traveller. TV superstar. The inimitable Michael Portillo joins us live on stage to share funny, insightful, and poignant stories from his extraordinarily rich and varied life.

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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:

Going Underground: Giffnock and Clarkston

Going Underground: Giffnock and Clarkston

9th October 2025

Local historian Dr. Stuart Nisbet has spent decades digging into the history of the ground beneath our feet, and this illustrated talk distils his experience gained over many years of walks and talks.

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An Evening with Mhairi Black

An Evening with Mhairi Black

18th October 2025

Come and listen to Mhairi Black in conversation with Graham Spiers at Eastwood Park Theatre and hear her take on the highs and lows of political life.

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Heritage Talk: Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew

Heritage Talk: Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew

28th October 2025

Join local historian Lorraine Murray to separate fact from fiction as she discusses Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew at Barrhead Foundry on Tuesday 28th October.

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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:

The Society of Unknowable Objects, An Evening with Gareth Brown

The Society of Unknowable Objects, An Evening with Gareth Brown

16th October 2025

Join Gareth Brown on Thursday 16th October at Waterstones Edinburgh West End as we celebrate the publication on his A fast-paced flight of magic and mystery, The Society of Unknowable Objects.

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creative soundLAB: Featuring AI sound tech for film demo

creative soundLAB: Featuring AI sound tech for film demo

29th September 2025

opera agency is delighted to announce the next creative soundLAB event will take place on Monday 29th September at the Edinburgh Napier University, Bright Red Triangle Startup Studio!

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Uncharmed, An Evening with Lucy Jane Wood

Uncharmed, An Evening with Lucy Jane Wood

9th October 2025

Join Sunday Times bestselling author Lucy Jane Wood on Thursday 9th October at The Parish Church of St. Cuthbert as we celebrate her spellbinding new cosy fantasy, Uncharmed!

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Talks 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:

Conversations on the Coast: The East Neuk Literary Festival

Conversations on the Coast: The East Neuk Literary Festival

Selected dates between 6th November 2025 - 27th November 2025

With a series of events over November, come in out of the cold, dark night, enjoy a drink from Edinburgh Gin of soft drink, and hear from celebrated and award-winning Scottish authors!

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Celtic Legends - John Hartson & Chris Sutton

Celtic Legends - John Hartson & Chris Sutton

16th January 2026

Join Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton at the Adam Smith Theatre on Friday 16th January as they share their stories from their time at the club!

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Doors Open Days - Fife West

Doors Open Days - Fife West

14th September 2025 - 21st September 2025

Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Fife. Check out this year's events in Fife West!

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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:

Glasgow Firsts at the Mitchell Library: Doors Open Day Handling Session

Glasgow Firsts at the Mitchell Library: Doors Open Day Handling Session

20th September 2025

Feast your eyes on some 'Glasgow Firsts' at the Mitchell Library's Doors Open Day handling session on Saturday 20th September!

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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening

Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening

Selected dates between 9th March 2025 - 7th December 2025

A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place in Glasgow.

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Aye Write: The Good Liar and Watching You: Denise Mina and Helen Fields with Bryan Burnett

Aye Write: The Good Liar and Watching You: Denise Mina and Helen Fields with Bryan Burnett

15th November 2025

join Denise Mina and Helen Fields as they discuss their latest thrillers with Bryan Burnett as part of Aye Write 2025!

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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:

Emma Kenny’s Killer Couples

Emma Kenny’s Killer Couples

20th November 2025

Emma Kenny's Killer Couples promises an evening filled with intrigue, psychological depth, and discussions that will linger long after the show ends at Lanark Memorial Hall!

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John Power - Cast, The La’s, and Me

John Power - Cast, The La’s, and Me

24th April 2026

Liverpool singer-songwriter John Power will explore his extraordinary career in this acoustic-based show featuring hits alongside tales of the band's wild and successful Britpop years!

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The State Of Water

The State Of Water

7th November 2025

Join British Indian storyteller Peter Chand and Scottish storyteller Kirsten Milliken at Biggar Corn Exchange as they discuss their new book, The State Of Water.

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Talks 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:

Murder: A Search for the Truth with David Swindle & Heather Suttie

Murder: A Search for the Truth with David Swindle & Heather Suttie

29th October 2025

International crime expert David Swindle brings his gripping live show Murder: A Search for the Truth to The Albert Halls, Stirling on Wednesday 29th October!

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Enchanted Woods - The Lost World of Rupert Bear

Enchanted Woods - The Lost World of Rupert Bear

18th September 2025

The Arts Society Stirling & Forth Valley is delighted to welcome back Tim Stimson for the first event of this year's programme on Thursday 18th September!

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Scotland’s National Hero

Scotland’s National Hero

12th April 2025 - 26th October 2025

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 8th October 2025 - 24th June 2026

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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A Blether O Books: Scotland Through Literature

A Blether O Books: Scotland Through Literature

1st November 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Join the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum this November as they welcome a selection of authors in this celebration of Scottish literature!

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Popular Events

Lush Braehead Halloween Party Workshops
Join the team at Lush Braehead this October Half Term for one of their spooky spectacular bath bomb workshops!
DBAA Cabaret Fundraiser & Disco
Fancy a Night at the Musicals? Join Dream Believe Achieve Academy for their Advanced Pro Cabaret Fundraiser at David Lloyd, Renfrew on Sunday 21st September!
Womens Recreational Football
Gleniffer Thistle ladies are launching a new recreational football night for fun and fitness, being held at Pro Fives Paisley on Thursdays from 2nd October!
Farmer Fletcher’s Pumpkin Patch
With thousands to choose from, grab your wellies and come along to Farmer Fletcher's Pumpkin Patch to find your perfect pumpkin in the run up to Halloween!
National Theatre Live: Mrs. Warren’s Profession
Filmed live from the West End, Mrs. Warren's Profession reunites Imelda Staunton with director Dominic Cooke, exploring the clash between morality and independence, traditions and progress.

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Beacon Arts Centre Braehead Arena Johnstone Town Hall Old Swan Inn Paisley Paisley Abbey Paisley Arts Centre Paisley Town Hall Robertson Park Renfrew The Bungalow Paisley Venue Paisley