Talks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire in October 2025
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Events in Renfrewshire
Riot Grrrl Thursdays: Women in Art
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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Fixed In Renfrewshire: How To Run A Repair Cafe
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
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
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
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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Ambrose Parry (Chris Brookmyre and Marisa Haetzman) in Conversation
Join Dr Marisa Haetzman and husband Chris Brookmyre at the UWS Paisley Campus to hear about their creative partnership and the release of their latest book, The Death of Shame.
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History Cafe: Views Of Renfrewshire
Join Renfrewshire Heritage in Blend Coffee Lounge at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 18th October for their in-person History Cafe discussing Views Of Renfrewshire.
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Let’s Talk: Contraceptive Care
Come along to this free talk and workshop to learn about and share experiences of contraceptive care, with a focus on inequality.
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Rangers Legends Live!
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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The Witches Of Renfrewshire - Book Launch & Talk
Join Brian Hannan, author of The Witches Of Renfrewshire as he launches the book with two special events at Skirlies Cafe on Wednesday 29th October and Wednesday 12th November.
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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:
Art Demonstration By Maggie Downer
On Thursday 9th October, Eastwood Art Club welcomes artist Maggie Downer who will demonstrate her skills in figurative painting.
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An Evening with Mhairi Black
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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Going Underground: Giffnock and Clarkston
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.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Nigel Planer – Young Once LIVE - CANCELLED
Nigel Planer, beloved as Neil the hippy from The Young Ones and a founding figure of the 80s alternative comedy scene, brings his memoir Young Once to life to the Assembly Rooms on 7th October!
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Wine & Crisps
Join us at 7pm on Thursday 2nd October for Mara’s Wine & Crisps Evening, hosted by the brilliant Poppy from Majestic Wines!
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An Evening with Nicola Sturgeon
Come along to an exclusive evening with Nicola Sturgeon – Scotland’s former First Minister and one of the most influential political figures of our time.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
EATS Rosyth hosts: ‘The transformative power of mushrooms’ by Rhyze
Come and hear about the ways in which fungi and urban mushroom cultivation can play an important part in building more sustainable food systems and help us address the climate crisis.
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St Andrews Memories
Drop in to The R&A World Golf Museum and have a chat whilst looking at photographs, objects and film footage from our collections!
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Allotment Open Day
Ever wondered about having an allotments? Would you like to learn more about the benefits of having an allotment? If yes come along to our open day to meet some of our staff and plot holders.
READ MORETalks 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:
Talk: Performing Race and Empire in Victorian Glasgow
This talk at the Mitchell Library will examine two forms of popular entertainment that engaged with race in ways both controversial and subversive.
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Transforming Physical Impairment: Neurotechnology for Equity
Discover how cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing accessibility for individuals with physical impairments at this in-person event.
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Forget The Ball, Get On With The Game
Don't miss a live version of hilarious football podcast, Forget The Ball, Get On With The Game, where the only rule is there are there are no rules!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Extreme Ancestry
Martin Stepek shares powerful stories from his Polish and Irish heritage, including readings from his memoir about his father's astonishing and tragic journey to Scotland.
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Pain Association Scotland - Self Management for People Living with Chronic Pain
Pain Association Scotland run professionally-led monthly groups across Lanarkshire for people living with all forms of chronic pain.
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An Evening With Peter McQueen and The Hebridean Baker
South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture presents a special evening of storytelling at The Town House Hamilton, on 30th October, featuring Peter MacQueen and Coinneach MacLeod (the Hebridean Baker)!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Arts Society Lecture - Catherine the Great
Join art expert Chris Newlands for this illustrated talk on Catherine the Great, a great patron of the arts and who loved to collect beautiful and precious things!
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Scotland’s National Hero
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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Gnosis - A Free Course in Esoteric Self-Knowledge
Gnosis Scotland is offering a free course in practical, esoteric Self-knowledge on Tuesdays at the Raploch Community Campus in Stirling.
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Highlight Talks
On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival
The Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) is back from 20th October to 9th November 2025, exploring the theme of Comfort & Disturb.
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