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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival: A special series of three Spanish films - 'Always Winter'
DESCRIPTION:Miguel\, a landscape architect\, travels to Belgium with his girlfriend Marta to attend a conference. There\, their relationship comes to an abrupt end and\, after the breakup\, he decides to stay on his own for a few more days to figure out his future. Lost and heartbroken\, he meets Olga\, a conference volunteer with whom he begins to rebuild himself and understand what his new life project might be.  \nWith support from the Consulate-General of Spain in Edinburgh.   \nVenue: Edinburgh Filmhouse\, 88 Lothian Rd\, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ  \nBook tickets at this link   \n   \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/edinburgh-spanish-film-festival-a-special-series-of-three-spanish-films-always-winter/
LOCATION:Private: Edinburgh Filmhouse\, 88 Lothian Road\, Edinburgh\, EH3 9BZ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
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SUMMARY:Europe Day Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Come to our Europe Day Quiz\, celebrating the strong bonds between Scotland and Europe; rounds include questions on languages\, geography\, history and in keeping with the venue\, even beer themed questions!Venue Website: https://www.beerwithoutborders.co.uk/riverside-tap/  \n   
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/europe-day-quiz/
LOCATION:Private: Riverside Tap\, 5 Friars Vennel \, Dumfries\, DG1 2RQ 
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260221T191426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200432Z
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SUMMARY:Human rights and migration issues in Europe
DESCRIPTION:This event will look at the European Convention on Human Rights: its origins\, its real effects and impacts on European citizens\, and its future; along with migration issues and policy\, for both the UK and Europe.  Speakers: Sir Tim Eicke KC\,(formerly UK judge at European Court of Human Rights)\, Sunder Katwala (Director\, British Future) \, Joanna Cherry KC\, (former SNP MP). Chair: Sir Ian Forrester KC\, (last UK judge on European Court of Justice General Court) . For more details and to book places visit this Eventbrite link.
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/human-rights-and-migration-issues-in-europe/
LOCATION:Private: The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260221T185007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T201902Z
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SUMMARY:Future UK-EU relations – the state of play 
DESCRIPTION:The UK and EU are taking part in ongoing negotiations about closer links. This conference will look at the current position\, and what more agreements can be expected.  \nSpeakers and panellists: David Henig\, European Centre for International Political Economy (ECIPE);  Alyn Smith\, former SNP MEP & MP; Martin Johnson\, Director\, Scottish Government EU Directorate; William Bain\, Head of Trade Policy\, British Chambers of Commerce; Angela Mathis\, Chief Executive\, ThinkTank Maths\, and  and Allie Renison\, Director SEC Newgate UK\, former policy adviser to the Secretary of State for Business and Trade. \nThe event will be chaired by Fiona Wishlade\, former Professor at European Policies Research Centre\, University of Strathclyde\, and currently Vice-Chair of the European Movement in Scotland.  For more details\, and to book places\, visit this link.    
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/future-uk-eu-relations-the-state-of-play/
LOCATION:Private: The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T220000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260221T190553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T104843Z
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival: A special series of three Spanish films - 'The Captive'
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Alejandro Amenábar\, The Captive is an historical drama that explores the life of Miguel de Cervantes\, the author of Don Quixote. The film focuses on Cervantes’ five-year captivity in Algiers\, starting in 1575\, after being wounded in battle. It depicts his various attempts to escape\, and his relationship with the Governor of Algiers. \nWith support from the Consulate-General of Spain in Edinburgh.   \nVenue: Edinburgh Filmhouse\, 88 Lothian Rd\, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ  \nBook tickets at this link   \n     
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/a-special-series-of-three-spanish-films-3/
LOCATION:Private: Edinburgh Filmhouse\, 88 Lothian Road\, Edinburgh\, EH3 9BZ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260414T191530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T191751Z
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SUMMARY:European Language Day -  Alliance Française & Goethe-Institut Glasgow
DESCRIPTION:Join European Language Day at the Alliance Française & Goethe-Institut Glasgow. The programme will include a language speak-dating session\, where you can explore: Polish\, Italian\, Spanish\, Scots\, Scottish Gaelic\, German\, French and a European quiz with prizes to win\, so don’t miss out!  \nThis is a FREE family friendly event\, suitable for all levels.  To book a ticket please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/european-language-day-tickets-1987399241631
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/european-languages-day-alliance-francaise-goethe-institut-glasgow/
LOCATION:Alliance Française & Goethe-Institut Glasgow\, 3 Park Circus\, Glasgow\, G3 6AX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260219T112024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T201115Z
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SUMMARY:Polish Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate Polish Heritage Day – a fun day for families and friends to get together\, chat in Polish\, enjoy Polish food\, play games\, sing and dance.  This outdoor event is open to all\, whether you are Polish or not. All welcome.  \nKey Info:  Saturday 9 May\, 2-5pm; outdoors at Kelvingrove Park\, Glasgow\, near the Sikorski Polish Club at Parkgrove Terrace G3 7SD; a family friendly event.  Free and not ticketed. If you have any queries please contact Sikorski Polish Club through this link: Contact Us – General Władysław Sikorski
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/polish-heritage-day/
LOCATION:5 Parkgrove Terrace\, Glasgow G3 7SD\, 5 Parkgrove Terrace\, Glasgow\, G3 7SD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260221T192523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T124507Z
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SUMMARY:The High North\, Scotland and Europe's Arctic Frontier
DESCRIPTION:What happens in the Arctic region has now become a focus of major international interest. It has become the subject of security and geopolitical interest for a wide range of states including the US\, China\, and Russia\, along with the European Union\, and of course the UK. Featuring leading international speakers including Professor Kristen Harkness\, School of International Relations\, University of St Andrews and Professor Magnús Árni Skjöld Magnússon\, Jean Monnet Chair\, Bifröst University\, Iceland. To book places\, visit this Eventbrite link. \n \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/the-high-north-scotland-and-europes-arctic-frontier/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260220T095634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T163228Z
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SUMMARY:'Land'. Exhibition of Contemporary Ukrainian Art
DESCRIPTION:You are very welcome to visit this thought provoking exhibition of Contemporary Ukrainian Art. Featuring several Ukrainian artists\, this exhibition has been curated by the visual artist Alina Litvinova. Including paintings and photography\, you will have the chance to see a variety of works and there is the opportunity to support the artists and purchase their art work too. Image: Paper work by the Artist Nataliia Danova. Free admission\, drop by\, no ticket required. \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/land-exhibition-of-contemporary-ukrainian-art/
LOCATION:Private: The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260221T205001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T224229Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting Europe Fair
DESCRIPTION:Drop in anytime between 10am – 5pm to this all day free event. A variety of stallholders will be on hand to provide information and answer questions on their opportunities for young people (aged 16 – 35) to travel\, study and work in Europe.   \n \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/connecting-europe-fair/
LOCATION:Private: The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260221T191824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200952Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of UK – EU – US Relations
DESCRIPTION:A major conference with international speakers. Nathalie Tocci\, Director of the Istituto Affari Internazionali; Phillips O’Brien\, Professor of Strategic Studies\, St. Andrews University; David Henig\, Director of the UK Trade Policy Project\, European Centre for International Political Economy; Dr Bernhard Blumenau\, Senior Lecturer in International History and Politics\, St. Andrew University.  This conference is sponsored by the European Movement in Scotland. For more details\, and to book places\, visit this Eventbrite link.  \n\n \n  \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/the-future-of-uk-eu-us-relations/
LOCATION:Private: The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260221T202720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T201047Z
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SUMMARY:European Comedy Short Films
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Europe Day exploring humour from different European countries!  A selection of comedy short films from Germany\, Ireland\, Italy\, Poland\, Romania\, Spain and France.  Event in partnership with German Consulate General in Edinburgh and the Goethe Institut\, Consulate General of Ireland in Edinburgh\,  Consulate General of Italy in Edinburgh and Italian Institute of Culture\, Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Edinburgh\, Consulate General of Romania in Edinburgh and Romanian Cultural Institute\, Consulate of Spain in Edinburgh and Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival.  For details\, and to book tickets:  https://www.ifecosse.org.uk/events-agenda/europe-day-european-comedy-short-films-screening/#/ 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/european-comedy-short-films/
LOCATION:Private: The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T201500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T220000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260221T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T105148Z
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival: A special series of three Spanish films - 'Romería'
DESCRIPTION:Romería is the third feature film from Spanish director Carla Simón. The story follows Marina\, an 18-year-old girl who travels to Vigo\, Galicia\, to meet her biological father’s family for the first time. Marina was orphaned at a very young age after both of her parents died from AIDS-related complications.  \nFestival of Europe in Scotland – Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival \nWith support from the Consulate-General of Spain in Edinburgh.   \nVenue: Edinburgh Filmhouse\, 88 Lothian Rd\, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ  \nBook tickets at this link   \n  \n    \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/a-special-series-of-three-spanish-films-2/
LOCATION:Private: Edinburgh Filmhouse\, 88 Lothian Road\, Edinburgh\, EH3 9BZ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260227T000650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T174625Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music Now Vienna\, Spotlight on European Composers -  Guitar and Flute Concert
DESCRIPTION:Duo Winter-Djurdjevic:  Anna Winter (flute) Mihajlo Djurdjevic (guitar)   \nJoin us at the National Galleries of Scotland for a Spotlight on European Composers\, performed by the Vienna Duo Winter-Djurdjevic. Live Music Now is an international scheme founded by legendary violinist Yehudi Menuhin which enables exceptional early career artists to connect with a wide range of audiences.   \nNational Galleries of Scotland\, The Mound.  Free of charge\, but booking is essential. FREE to attend\, but booking in advance requried\, you can do so via this link: Live Music Now Austria | Anna Winter and Mihajlo Djurdjevic | National Galleries of Scotland \n   \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/live-music-now-vienna-spotlight-on-european-composers-guitar-and-flute-concert/
LOCATION:Private: Scottish National Gallery\, The Mound\, Edinburgh\, EH2 2EL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T131352
CREATED:20260227T000843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T000909Z
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SUMMARY:Studies in Photography: Focus on Poland
DESCRIPTION:Find out about the ambitious plans to present an exhibition of Polish photography at Dalkeith Palace in August/ September 2027. It will take as its starting point the influence of Surrealism on Polish photographers in the 1930s and will follow this thread through to contemporary Polish artists. In preparation for Focus on Poland 2027\, we will also share details of artist residencies to be held in 2026 within the Palace and grounds\, and plans for a major conference with our Polish partners.  \nFor more details and to book places\, https://events.humanitix.com/focus-on-poland  
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/studies-in-photography-focus-on-poland-2/
LOCATION:Private: Studies in Photography Gallery\, 6 William Street\, Edinburgh\, EH3 7NH
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