Talks And Lectures Events in Glasgow in January 2025
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Events in Glasgow
Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
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The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters Talks
The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters hold a monthly programme of talks at Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre between September and June... all welcome!
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David Elder Lecture Series
The David Elder lecture series at Glasgow Science Centre presents a line-up of fascinating talks by expert astronomers, spaceflight pioneers, award-winning science writers and broadcasters.
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The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow Lecture Series
If you enjoy listening, discussing, and debating, and want to learn more about disciplines old and new, then join The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow at one of their regular lectures!
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Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Hidden Histories Tours
Curators at The Burrell Collection hold monthly Hidden Histories Tours exploring different aspects of the museum's magnificent collection!
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St Mungo Festival
St Mungo, patron saint of Glasgow, is celebrated during the city's official St Mungo Festival held annually in January!
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The Universe For Beginners
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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Burrell Bites
Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from the Burrell Collection each week, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!
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Andy Torbet: Going to Extremes: A Decade of Adventures on the BBC
Andy Torbet recounts highlights from his many shows and adventures, lifting the veil on how some of these stunts were filmed for the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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The Truth is Nowt There - Brian Eggo
Join the Humanist Society Scotland for the next Glasgow Branch meeting which will feature a talk from Glasgow Skeptics' Brian Eggo as well as updates on the society's recent activities.
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Urban Biodiversity: Connecting Communities
Join Professor Ria Dunkley from the University of Glasgow at Kelvin Hall on Tuesday 14th January for this talk on Urban Biodiversity: Connecting Communities.
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The History of Witchcraft and Feminism
Uncover the fascinating history of witchcraft and how patriarchal ideas shaped the image of a witch at this talk and Q&A event at The Glee Club Glasgow on Wednesday 15th January!
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Kelvingrove Bites
Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!
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Memoirs Event
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon when Ringwood Publishing host their Memoirs Event at Hillhead Library on Sunday 19th January!
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Glasgow 850 - Appreciating The Stained Glass In Cathedral Precinct
To celebrate Glasgow 850, St Mungo Museum are teaming up with Glasgow Cathedral, their partners on the Cathedral Precinct, for a morning of stained glass art history appreciation!
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Grow Your Money LIVE
Exciting News for Scotland! A 'Money Event' like no other is coming to Glasgow this January to help your sort out your finances for the year ahead!
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Film: Kim Carnie Out Loud with Q&A
Kim Carnie Out Loud is both an exploration of the challenges faced by people because of their sexuality and a joyous celebration of being gay.
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Glasgow: City Of Poets
In the lead-up to Burns night, The National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall is delighted to present in partnership with St Mungo's Mirrorball, 'Glasgow: City of Poets'.
READ MOREProfessor Roger Crofts FRSGS: Whither Nature
Environmental policy-maker Roger asks what nature means to us, at home or further afield, including humans or not as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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The Other Side Of Hope: Celebrating Migrant Writers
The National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall is delighted to present an afternoon of poetry and prose by Scotland-based migrant writers and the editors of 'the other side of hope'.
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Burns, Beer & Whisky
Celebrate Burns Night with a two-course dinner, followed by a whisky talk from the experts at Douglas Laing at WEST Brewery on Saturday 25th January!
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place in Glasgow.
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The Happy Pear
Come join Dave and Steve Flynn from The Happy Pear as they dish out wisdom, laughs, and plenty of plant-based goodness when they bring their live tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 26th January!
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Auction House Scotland - Property Masterclass
Auction House Scotland are delighted to be hosting another Property Masterclass event on the evening of Tuesday 28th January at The Village Hotel.
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Financial Health Check - Free Drop-in Clinic in Glasgow
Plan for a secure financial future, Acumen Financial Planning is holding free Financial Health Check Clinics in Glasgow on the 28th & 29th January.
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How the Mind Heals the Body with Dr David Hamilton
Can the mind heal the body? Find out in this amazing talk from an international expert in mind-body connection when Seed Talks returns to the Glee Club Glasgow!
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Neuk Presents Poetry in Motion: Poetry Films By Neurodivergent Artists
Join Neuk at GMAC Film on Wednesday 29th January for an evening celebrating the creativity of neurodivergent poets and filmmakers!
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Songs of Plants: The folklore and songs of plants with Margaret Bennett
Join Celtic Connections for an evening with renowned folklorist and folk singer Professor Margaret Bennett as she shares Scotland’s rich tradition of plants, their uses, lore, and songs.
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The Nature of Distance - Film Screening
A free evening screening of 'My Sister Sara' followed by a panel discussion exploring Sudanese diaspora stories and digital media, presented by Thinking Culture and CinemARC, University of Glasgow.
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An Evening With Jeff Stelling
The Pavilion Theatre hosts an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years!
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In Conversation: Gary Stevenson
What happens when you realise winning means betting on others losing? Gary Stevenson knows first-hand. Join him at Waterstones Sauchiehall Street as he discusses his life and ideas.
READ MOREKirsty Fisher: The Journey West: Sailing Around the World
In January 2022, young geographer Kirsty set sail from Antigua on board a 72ft sailing yacht bound for a circumnavigation of the world.
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CinemARC: Pig
The ARC is excited to present Pig, directed by Michael Sarnoski, as the first CinemARC of 2025 on Friday 31st January!
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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
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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An Evening With Daniel Aubrey & Martin Stewart
Waterstones Newton Mearns welcome Bloody Scotland debut nominated authors, Martin Stewart and Daniel Aubrey, to discuss their bestselling books!
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:
An Evening With: Jackie Kay
Poet, dramatist, writer and former Makar, Jackie Kay, joins The Lyceum for an evening exploring her writing and career in aid of the theatre.
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The Archaeology of the 1988 Glasgow Garden Festival
In this lecture on 9th January at Augustine United Church, Dr Kenny Brophy BSc FSAScot will consider how archaeology (especially Roman) was represented at the Glasgow Garden Festival.
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In conversation with Jackie Kay: The archive and the journey
This Burns day, Scotland's former Makar and award-winning writer Jackie Kay delves into her personal archive in conversation with National Librarian Amina Shah!
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:
The Lewis Chessmen
Come along and hear Dr. David Caldwell explain recent changes to the story of The Lewis Chessmen, one of the most valuable finds to ever come out of Scottish Soil!
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Professor Roger Crofts FRSGS: Whither Nature
Environmental policy-maker Roger asks what nature means to us, at home or further afield, including humans or not as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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Big Botanic Garden Birdwatch
Join Fife Climate Hub on 24th January at St Andrews Botanic Garden for the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch—spot birds, enjoy nature, and hear from a bird behaviour expert!
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:
Share’s Workplace Wellbeing Conference
Share's Workplace Wellbeing Conference aims to inspire and empower attendees to make positive changes in their workplace that will ultimately benefit the health and wellbeing of their employees.
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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.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Paisley Heritage Talk & Presentation - The History of Linwood
Join Robert Law in Paisley Heritage's event space A100 at UWS Paisley for this fascinating talk and presentation all about Linwood and its history.
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An Evening With Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton
Join Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton at Beacon Arts Centre on Friday 17th January as they share their stories from their time at the club!
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Dark Sky Viewing Nights
Take a closer look at Renfrewshire's stunning night sky at a series of Dark Sky Viewing Nights led by Led by John Pressly, Science Curator at One Ren's Paisley Museum, and the Countryside Rangers!
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:
Talks at The Smith: The Throckmorton Letters: A Diplomat’s Despair
Throckmorton’s letters from Edinburgh show a world controlled by fragile alliances, political intrigue and betrayal, telling the story of a kingdom on the brink of civil war.
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Winter Talk: The 91st’s Service in the South African (Boer) War 1899-1902
This talk will look at the origins of the Boer War, the build-up to a protracted conflict against a highly manoeuvrable partisan force and the series of notable setbacks that followed.
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Stargazing at Mugdock
Learn some fascinating facts about space then search the skies for constellations and planets at Mugdock Country Park.
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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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Kirsty Fisher: The Journey West: Sailing Around the World
In January 2022, young geographer Kirsty set sail from Antigua on board a 72ft sailing yacht bound for a circumnavigation of the world.
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