Talks And Lectures events in Renfrewshire
View all the upcoming Talks And Lectures events taking place throughout Renfrewshire below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Renfrewshire
Paisley & District U3A Talks: St Valentine Reveal
Paisley & District u3a will be joined by guest speaker Valerie Reilly for their latest talk where they'll be looking into the real history of patron saint, St Valentine!
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Paisley Book Festival Opening Night: Stories Mak Us
Enjoy a warm welcome back to Paisley Book Festival as we introduce our brand-new theme for this year – Stories Mak Us – and celebrate the fundamental role that narratives play in shaping our lives
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Louise Welsh: The Second Cut
Paisley Book Festival welcome Louise Welsh to introduce this hot-off-the-press new adventure in conversation with fellow crime writer and Paisley Buddy Karen Campbell!
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The Scribbler’s Union: Poems from the Edge
Don't miss a night of vital new poetry from the emerging voice of The Scribbler's Union, a digital writers collective formed by award winning spoken word artist Kevin P. Gilday!
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Ghost Stories with James Robertson
Author James Robertson chats to Professor of Scottish Studies and BBC Radio Scotland presenter Gary West about the inspiration for his new book as part of Paisley Book Festival!
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Resurrecting Scotland’s Witches with Jenni Fagan and C. J. Cooke
Authors Jenni Fagan and C. J. Cooke are joined in conversation by Zoe Venditozzi, co-host of the Witches of Scotland podcast, for 'Resurrecting Scotland's Witches' as part of Paisley Book Festival!
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Shaping Scotland’s Stories: From Inspiration to Publication
Join Publishing Scotland and authors Anne Pia and Mick Kitson as they invite readers to learn more about the inner workings of the book industry as part of Paisley Book Festival!
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Translating Experience with Juana Adcock and Vahni Anthony Capildeo
Join Juana Adcock and Vahni Anthony Capildeo as they discuss the responsibility that comes with translating poetry from one language to another as part of Paisley Book Festival.
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Graeme Macrae Burnet: Case Study
Paisley Book Festival welcome Kilmarnock-born author Graeme Macrae Burnet on 20th February to discuss his latest novel, Case Study, a psychological thriller set in 1960s London!
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Island Words with Roseanne Watt and Pàdraig MacAoidh
How do island words and worlds challenge national and international literatures? And how does language look different from an island perspective? Find out at Island Words part of Paisley Book Festival
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The Stories we Leave Behind with C.S. Robertson & Mary Paulson-Ellis
What happens to our stories after we're gone and who gets to tell them? This is the question asked by two of Scotland's most exciting writing talents in their latest novels!
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Scotland and the Legacy of Slavery
Join historian David Alston, multi-disciplinary visual artist Ashanti Harris and Lecturer in the History of Atlantic Slavery, Peggy Brunache as they discuss Scotland and the legacy of slavery.
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A Guide to Getting Started with Jim Alexander and Seamus Connolly
Join Paisley Book Festival for a conversation about kick starting your career as a writer with two local authors who've done just that, Jim Alexander and Seamus Connolly!
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CAN DO Innovation Summit
Don't miss Scotland's national innovation event CAN DO Innovation Summit on 23rd February and hear from world-class speakers on how innovation can help your business!
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Finding Connection in a Disconnected World with Will Buckingham
Join Will Buckingham and Roxani Krystalli at Paisley Central Library as they discuss interacting with strangers and the age-old traditions of hospitality and friendship.
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Hidden Stories of Renfrewshire Women with Glasgow Women’s Library
Discover real life tales of tragedy and hardship but also of resilience and creativity on the Hidden Stories of Renfrewshire Women workshop from Glasgow Women's Library as part of Paisley Book Fest.
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Hidden Voices: Living the Past, Informing the Future
Join local writers Mairi Murphy, Morag Smith, Kathryn Metcalfe and Lesley Traynor as they share their love of poetry, taking inspiration from women in their own lives!
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Late Night Stories: Bridging Cultures through Storytelling
Join Gauri Raje, Jess Smith and Clare McNicol, an extraordinary line-up of storytellers, as they discuss Bridging Cultures through Storytelling with Guest Curator Mara Menzies.
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Reimagining Scotland’s History with Denise Mina
Join one of Scotland's best loved crime writers as she delves into one of the darkest moments in Scotland's history for this special event as part of Paisley Book Festival 2022!
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Brickwork: How Places Mak Us with Kirstin Innes & David Bratchpiece
Join writers Kirstin Innes and David Bratchpiece as they discuss their book Brickwork, the story of cultural institution The Arches, told through the people who made it!
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From Page to Stage with Hannah Lavery and Dean Atta
Hannah Lavery and Dean Atta are joined by Guest Curator Mara Menzies as they explore how their words and ideas manifest differently from literary form to the performance space.
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What Maks a Makar with Kathleen Jamie
Paisley Book Festival are delighted to welcome Kathleen Jamie to discuss her career to date, read some of her latest work and share what the first six months as Makar have been like!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Child Disability Payment Session
Join East Renfrewshire Carers Centre for their online Child Disability Payment Session to find out more about the benefit and who can claim the payment.
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Virtual Open Days at St. Mary’s Music School
St. Mary’s Music School Virtual Open Days are an ideal way to find out more about becoming a pupil at the School!
Whisky & Vegan Cheese
Whisky & cheese is one of life's greatest pairings, but why should dairy lovers have all the fun? So come along and join us at Summerhall Drinks Lab.
Gin Tasting Tour of Scotland
Book your tickets now for an interactive gin tasting tour of Scotland featuring 6 gins from around the country at Summerhall Drinks Lab!
Spirits of the World
Book now and travel the world using just your tastebuds in this interactive tasting experience at Summerhall Drinks Lab!
Create Your Own Mixer
Experiment with flavour combinations in this interactive tasting experience & take home your very own mixer creation!
Dr. Robert Knox: More Than the Boy Who Bought the Beef
Dr. Robert Knox is often associated with Burke and Hare. Join us at Surgeons Hall Museums on 27th January as we delve a little deeper and uncover some of his lesser known tales.
Online Discussion – Iron: Translating Territories
Join Exhibition Curator, Gordon Munro RSA and RSA Collections Curator, Sandy Wood as they discuss the exhibition Iron: Translating Territories with exhibitors.
Rum & Doughnuts
Book your tickets now and spend your evening sipping on delcious Rum's paired perfectly with artisan doughnuts at Summerhall Drinks Lab!
Hydrogen, the new green fuel – all your questions answered
This interactive panel event will aim to provide a more realistic view of hydrogen and how we might produce and use it.
NTS Lecture Series February - The Natural World in Burns’ Poetry
The poetry of Robert Burns is suffused with imagery of the natural world. This lecture examines some of the species Burns mentions and examines the Scots language he uses to describe them.
Two Pints Live! With Will Mellor & Ralf Little
Will Mellor and Ralf Little, of the cult British sitcom Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, take their smash hit Podcast out on tour with a date at the Assembly Rooms on 4th February!
Dick & Angel Dare to Do It ‘So much more to say’
Join Dick & Angel Strawbridge, the stars of Channel 4 hit show Escape To The Chateau, for an evening of conversation at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh on 7th & 8th February 2022!
Night of Ideas 2022: (Re)building Together
The Night of Ideas returns to the Institut francais d'Ecosse on 10th February with the theme "(Re)building together".
Colour & Cloth: Tartan and Tweed in Colour
Join author Caroline Young on 16th February as she looks at the journey Tartan and Tweed have made from traditional cloth to stylish fabrics and how the use of colour has informed their history!
An evening with John Taylor and Ian ‘Mighty Mouse’ McLauchlan - CANCELLED
Join Past Heroes at the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh for an evening in the company of Lions Legends John Taylor and Ian "Mighty Mouse" McLauchlan!
High Performance Podcast
Join one of Britain’s best-respected sports broadcasters, Jake Humphrey, and psychologist, Professor Damian Hughes, in this truly unique and interactive event!
Celtic Voices
Join us for a stimulating and intriguing evening of talk, stories and humour to disrupt your view of the human condition, as women speak up, speak out and take their place on a public stage.
The Prize of Following One’s Heart
In this talk, Saras Feijoo will share with us her journey from leaving her birth country to traveling across many lands in search for a better life and a hopeful future.
Transported Beyond Seas
Between 1803 and 1853 Scottish women were ‘transported beyond seas’ mainly for committing crimes of petty theft. Join us for this Women’s History Cafe and hear the stories of these women.
Combatting Scotland’s Regional Climate Change Challenges
This online panel event will look at the effects of climate change in Scotland with a view to providing possible solutions to tackle them in future.
Gordon Buchanan: 30 Years In the Wild - Anniversary Tour
Gordon Buchanan will discuss his incredible 30 year career as a wildlife filmmaker at the Assembly Rooms on Tuesday 22nd February!
Guid Crack: Tales of Gallus Women
Join a group of six unmissable storytellers for a special Guid Crack session as we co-host the first live version of the Scottish Storytelling Centre’s long-running storytelling night in two years!
Aural Picnic
Aural Picnic offers a selection of tasty tales to fill the ears and reframe life’s challenges. So come along, relax and enjoy!
Reclaiming Greenham Common Women’s Peace Camp
Jill Raymond and Vanessa Pini will recall early actions to pull down the 9 mile fence, life at camp and how it took 16 years to reclaim the common.
Colour & Cloth: Hollywood Style in Colour
Join Caroline Young at Dovecot on 2nd March as she explores the symbolism of key Hollywood looks and how cinema has influenced key moments in the history of colour and fashion.
NTS Lecture Series March - The (Scottish) History Behind Game of Thrones
Join writer, historian, and former NTS guide and 'battlemaster' David C. Weinczok in a talk based on his book, The History Behind Game of Thrones: The North Remembers!
Bookface Book Swap with Doug Allan in Edinburgh
Bring four books to swap and enjoy a special Q&A with guest author Doug Allan about his book Freeze Frame: A Wildlife Cameraman’s Adventures on Ice.
James Martin Live
Celebrity chef James Martin is hitting the road with a brand-new tour for 2022 and stops off at the Usher Hall on Thursday 10th March.
Were Words More Effective than Deeds?
Past and present members of the Ladies’ Edinburgh Debating Society and invited guests will gather to honour the founding member of their society: Sarah Elizabeth Siddons Mair.
Colour & Cloth: The Colour of Fashion Book Talk & Launch
Join us at Dovecot as Caroline Young delves into the significance of colour in dress and explores how the symbolism has shifted over time!
Seven Things I’ve Learned: an Evening with Ira Glass
Using audio clips, music, and video, Ira Glass delivers a unique talk at the Assembely Rooms, sharing lessons from his life and career in storytelling.
Colour & Cloth: William Morris in Colour
Discover the debate that informed interiors and artistic taste for future generations with Caroline Young, author of The Colour of Fashion: The Story of Clothes in Ten Colours.
Tits, Gits and Little Sh*ts: An Evening with Gill Sims
Enjoy an evening with Gill Sims, author of the Best Selling ‘Why Mummy’ series of books and the woman behind the hugely popular ‘Peter and Jane’ Facebook page at The Queen's Hall on 2nd April.
Nick Knowles and Neil Oliver – Does History Repeat Itself? - CANCELLED
It is time to meet the common folk as Nick Knowles and Neil Oliver turn the spotlight on those who gave their all for the Britain, we know today.
Colour & Cloth Red, White & Gold: The Tudors in Colour
Join Caroline Young, author of The Colour of Fashion: The Story of Clothes in Ten Colours (Spring 2022) as she discusses the colour at the furthest end of the spectrum.
NTS Lecture Series April - Characters of Old Town
Join Edinburgh tour guide, Martin Webster, to learn more about the historical characters of Edinburgh's Old Town at this lecture in Gladstone's Land!
Carol Klein
Don’t miss the opportunity to join Carol Klein at The Queen's Hall for a down-to-earth evening as she gets to the heart of British gardening!
Colour & Cloth Purple and Prince: Pop stars in Colour
Join Caroline Young, author of The Colour of Fashion: The Story of Clothes in Ten Colours (Spring 2022) as she discusses the colour at the furthest end of the spectrum.
Table Manners
Jessie Ware and her chef extraordinaire mum Lennie are bringing their podcast Table Manners live to The Queen's Hall on 28th April!
The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
James and Mike from The Good, The Bad And The Rugby on a Live tour and come to the Usher Hall in May. Joining them will be their podcast co-host, former Sky Sports’ rugby presenter Alex Payne.
Test Match Special
Join Test Match Special and Ashes stars Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan as they take you inside the famous TMS commentary box!
Graeme Hall The Dogfather
The hugely popular and accomplished Graeme Hall (Channel 5’s 'Dogs Behaving (very) badly') is bringing his wisdom, charm and puppy prowess to The Queen's Hall on Thursday 26th May!
In Conversation with the Sopranos
Get the real story behind what Vanity Fair called “the greatest pop-culture masterpiece of its day” when three of The Sopranos’ most iconic cast members sit down for a chat.
Fran Lebowitz
Fran Lebowitz, the star of Netflix’s Pretend It’s A City, will be live in conversation at the Usher Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 26th June 2022. Do not miss it!
An Evening with David Sedaris
David Sedaris will take An Evening With David Sedaris across the UK and Ireland in summer 2022. Catch him live at the Usher Hall on Sunday 10th July!
Susie Dent - Presents The Secret Lives of Words
Take a journey into the curious, unexpected, and downright surreal origins of the words we use every day with lexicographer, best-selling author and Queen of 'Dictionary Corner', Susie Dent!
Kate Downie: The Art of Crossing
In this talk Kate Downie will discuss the magnetism of Bridges for herself and though the eyes of other artists, and what makes them special in all their forms.
Tessa Asquith-Lamb: Treasures and Foxes
Tessa Asquith-Lamb explains her processes in creating her beautiful artworks and shows how her collections help her create beautiful lyrical works full of symbolism, love tokens, friendship and hope.
Nicola Murray: The Eclectic Back Catalogue
Nicola Murray will give an informal illustrated talk about her art practice, looking at an eclectic back-catalogue of work inspired by her interest and training in science.
Professor Brian Cox: Horizons World Tour
Having set two Guinness World Records with his previous sell-out World Tour, Professor Brian Cox is back with a brand-new Arena show for 2022 which will come to the Edinburgh Playhouse!
Martin Bayfield’s Rugby Legends
Join former England international and true giant of the game Martin Bayfield at the Festival Theatre as he embarks on his ‘Rugby Legends’ UK tour.
Paul Hollywood
Great British Bake Off star Paul Hollywood is hitting the road with a brand-new tour for 2022. Catch him at the Usher Hall on Saturday 12th November!
In Conversation with Stacey Dooley
Join Stacey Dooley on February 15th at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh to celebrate the publication of her new book, 'Are You Really OK? Understanding Britain’s Mental Health Emergency'.
Events in Fife
Death Cafe
Held across the UK, Death Cafés are welcoming, safe and friendly meetings for people, often strangers, to openly discuss something that affects us all.
Gordon Buchanan: 30 Years In the Wild - Anniversary Tour
Gordon Buchanan will discuss his incredible 30 year career as a wildlife filmmaker at the Alhambra Theatre on January 30th 2022!
Jack the Ripper - The Jury is out
Was the last man hanged in Dundee really Jack the Ripper? You decide! Guilty or Not Guilty? Join journalist Michael Mulford for a captivating, new presentation of facts and research!
Day At Night: The Doris Day Songbook
A celebration of the life of Doris Day, featuring over 24 popular hits from the Doris Day Songbook, the songs interwoven with stories, anecdotes and facts about the life of this special lady.
Tim Peake: My Journey to Space
Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for an awe-inspiring ride when Tim Peake shares his experience of life in space when he brings his UK tour to the Alhambra Theatre on Tuesday 22nd March!
The Psychology Of Serial Killers
Forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees is an expert in the dark underbelly of murder and in this fascinating talk she will be revealing the results of years of research.
Graeme Hall The Dogfather
The hugely popular and accomplished Graeme Hall (Channel 5’s Dogs Behaving (very) badly) is bringing his wisdom, charm and puppy prowess to the Alhambra Theatre on 27th May!
The Parrish Times
Former professional motorcycle and truck racer turned TV commentator and speaker/entertainer, Steve Parrish will share the uncut version of his hilarious biography The Parrish Times.
Events in Glasgow
Wildlife and Photo Walks and Talks Group
This year, Castlemilk Park Project are combining wildlife and photography in a series of photo walks and talks!
Wednesday Highlight Talks
On selected Wednesdays throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
Beyond the Swelkie - Celebrating George MacKay Brown
Beyond The Swelkie is a new collection of poetry, prose and essays celebrating George Mackay Brown, a seminal figure of 20th Century Scottish literature!
The Hunterian Weekly Talks: Friday Focus
The Hunterian's new online weekly talks programme starts this February with a different talk every Friday lunchtime!
An Evening with Keith Buckley
Keith Buckley, singer from hardcore act Every Time I Die, is bringing his Q&A tour to the Garage Glasgow on 9th February!
The Undiscovered Deaths of Grace McGill with Craig Robertson
Join author Craig Robertson at Waterstones Sauchiehall Street as he launches his new novel, The Undiscovered Deaths of Grace McGill!
Building Our Values Compass Workshop with Braina Pegado
Join Glasgow Connected Arts Network (GCAN) and Briana Pegado for a 2 hour session to align our values to our creative practice, online via zoom.
An Evening With Debbie Harry and Chris Stein in Conversation
Moderated by Rob Roth, founding members of pioneering new wave band Blondie, Debbie Harry and Chris Stein explore their own history and discuss their lives in music.
Scottish Summit
Annual technology event Scottish Summit is returning to Glasgow in 2022, the event will be held at Strathclyde University Technology & Innovation Centre on the 25th & 26th February!
Gordon Buchanan: 30 Years In the Wild - Anniversary Tour
Gordon Buchanan will discuss his incredible 30 year career as a wildlife filmmaker at City Halls, Glasgow on Saturday 26th February!
An Evening with Kris Boyd and Friends
Join Rangers legend Kris Boyd and some very special guests for an evening at the SEC Armadillo on 1st March!
An Evening With Alan McGee
Join Alan McGee as he discusses his career, the music industry and his relationship with bands such as Oasis and Primal Scream in a live interview and Q&A at Glee Club Glasgow!
Sonica
Sonica is an 11-day biennial festival in Glasgow, dedicated to world class visual sonic arts, presenting exceptional international artists alongside UK talent in diverse venues city-wide!
James Martin
Following the phenomenal success of his previous tours, celebrity chef James Martin returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with his new show!
An Evening with Andrew Cotter, Olive and Mabel
Both touching and laugh-out-loud funny, An Evening with Andrew Cotter, Olive and Mabel is a treat for the whole family!
Counterflows
Counterflows Festival 2022 emerges from the darkness of the last couple of years, refreshed and excited by the idea of live music!
Baker & Harris: Backstage Pass
Bob Harris & Danny Baker have unparalleled experience of witnessing the great names of modern music up close... join them as they spill the beans at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on 8th April!
The Night Sky Show
The Night Sky Show at the Mitchell Theatre, Glasgow will take you on an epic journey from our celestial back yard and across the cosmos!
Rob Bell - Everything Is Spiritual Tour
New York Times Bestselling author Rob Bell brings his 'Everything is Spiritual Tour' to Saint Luke's Glasgow on Saturday 16th July!
An Evening with David Sedaris
With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America's pre-eminent humour writers, catch his live tour at the Theatre Royal Glasgow on 17th July!
Clydebuilt Festival
Back for a fourth year, the Clydebuilt Festival will return to the Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship at Riverside on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th of September 2022!
Dr. Jordan Peterson: Beyond Order
Dr. Jordan Peterson is bringing his Beyond Order: 12 More Rules For Life Tour to the SEC Armadillo on 26th September.
Professor Brian Cox: Horizons World Tour
Having set two Guinness World Records with his previous sell-out World Tour, Professor Brian Cox is back with a brand-new Arena show for 2021 which will come to The SSE Hydro Glasgow on 2nd October!
Gelong Thubten: A Monk’s Guide To Happiness Live
Mindfulness pioneer Gelong Thubten will bring 'A Monk's Guide To Happiness' to Oran Mor Glasgow on 4th October 2022.
Paul Hollywood
Great British Bake Off star Paul Hollywood is hitting the road with a brand-new tour for 2022, catch him at the SEC Armadillo Glasgow on Friday 11th November!
Events in Lanarkshire
Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Living Dangerously
Sir Ranulph Fiennes' endeavours have pushed his endurance levels to the limits, inspiring generations and making him a pioneer of exploration join him for an evening at Motherwell Concert Hall!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Gordon Buchanan: 30 Years In the Wild - Anniversary Tour
Gordon Buchanan will discuss his incredible 30 year career as a wildlife filmmaker at Macrobert Arts Centre on Friday 25th February!
Pete Whittaker: Solo and Free
Join Pete from the sub culture of underground crack climbing and onto the side of the world’s highest big walls.
Nick Knowles and Neil Oliver – Does History Repeat Itself? - CANCELLED
It is time to meet the common folk as Nick Knowles and Neil Oliver turn the spotlight on those who gave their all for the Britain, we know today.
Wine Tasting and Food Pairing - New and Emerging Regions
The Orangery Restaurant in Stirling is collaborating with Woodwinters to bring you a fantastic wine tasting and food pairing event on Wednesday 2nd March!
Kindness Retreat at Cromlix Hotel
Cromlix Hotel in Dunblane is hosting a Kindness Retreat on 11th March. Discover the effect of kindness on the brain and body in this unique event headlined by Dr David Hamilton!
A Foraging Feast
The Orangery Restaurant in Stirling is collaborating with Whitehouse Foraging to bring you a combined foraging and dining experience.
Marti Pellow: Pellow Talk
Spend an intimate evening with Marti Pellow when he brings his 'Pellow Talk' tour to The Albert Halls, Stirling on 5th November!
Events in Other Areas
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