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SUMMARY:SORRY SOLD OUT - 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.  Sorry Sold Out.
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/future-uk-eu-relations-the-state-of-play/
LOCATION: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:20260527T182139
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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:Edinburgh Filmhouse\, 88 Lothian Road\, Edinburgh\, EH3 9BZ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T182139
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:20260527T182139
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:20260527T182139
CREATED:20260221T192523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T191908Z
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SUMMARY:SORRY SOLD OUT - 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. SOLD OUT. \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:20260527T182139
CREATED:20260220T095634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T191458Z
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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. Free admission\, drop by\, no ticket required. \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/land-exhibition-of-contemporary-ukrainian-art/
LOCATION:The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T163000
DTSTAMP:20260527T182139
CREATED:20260221T205001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T153153Z
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SUMMARY:Free\, drop-in - Connecting Europe Fair
DESCRIPTION:Drop by anytime between 10am – 4.30pm to this FREE event. A variety of stallholders will be on hand to provide information and answer questions on the opportunities they offer to young people (aged 16 – 35) to travel\, study and work in Europe.  All those attending can enter a free draw to win a pair of InterRail passes; and why not take a photo to celebrate Europe Day in our free photo booth – with prizes for the three best photos taken on the day! \n \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/connecting-europe-fair/
LOCATION:The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T182139
CREATED:20260221T191824Z
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SUMMARY:SORRY SOLD OUT - 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. Sorry Sold out.  \n\n \n  \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/the-future-of-uk-eu-us-relations/
LOCATION: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:20260527T182139
CREATED:20260221T202720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T081141Z
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SUMMARY:SORRY SOLD OUT - 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/#/ SORRY SOLD OUT.
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/european-comedy-short-films/
LOCATION:The French Institute\, W Parliament Sq\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T182139
CREATED:20260413T134909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T143319Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition - Bulgarian Kukeri Dancing in Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Kukeri is a centuries-old Bulgarian tradition intended to dance away the evil spirits and welcome the arrival of spring.   \nYou are warmly invited to view this free exhibition\, a display of wonderful masks and drawings by children from the First Bulgarian School Nadejda Stancioff – Lady Muir Edinburgh – all inspired by Kukeri Dancing a vital part of Bulgaria’s global intangible cultural heritage.  \nThis exhibition will be open over the festival period\, having initially opened on March 30th. It is an initiative and production of the Traditional Dance Forum of Scotland in partnership with Bulgarian Cultural and Educational Centre Scotland and Two Destination Language. Free and open to all (no booking required): daily Mon-Sat 10am-5pm with late nights until 8pm Mon-Wed until 21 May 2026 at the Edinburgh Central Library (Grand Stairway) 7-9 George IV Bridge\, Edinburgh EH1 1EG. \n \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/exhibition-kukeri-dancing-in-scotland/
LOCATION:Edinburgh Central Library\, 7-9 George IV Bridge\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1EG
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T201500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T220000
DTSTAMP:20260527T182139
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:Edinburgh Filmhouse\, 88 Lothian Road\, Edinburgh\, EH3 9BZ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260527T182139
CREATED:20260227T000650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T115102Z
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SUMMARY:FULLY BOOKED - 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. FULLY BOOKED Please email nationalinfodesk@nationalgalleries.org to be added to waiting list. \n   \n 
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/live-music-now-vienna-spotlight-on-european-composers-guitar-and-flute-concert/
LOCATION:Scottish National Gallery\, The Mound\, Edinburgh\, EH2 2EL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260527T182139
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:Studies in Photography Gallery\, 6 William Street\, Edinburgh\, EH3 7NH
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T190000
DTSTAMP:20260527T182139
CREATED:20260427T213112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T185334Z
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SUMMARY:Europe Day Party - Pentland Ukrainian Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Pentland Ukrainian Support Group will host a party to celebrate Europe Day and Ukraine’s place in Europe. There will be choirs\, singers\, dancers and Ukrainian food. Ukrainians and their hosts and supporters are all invited. Members of the community are also welcome. Donations are encouraged to help cover costs. Dr. Scott Arthur MP and the Depute Lord Provost\, Lezley Cameron will attend\, to show continued welcome\, support and solidarity to all Ukrainians living in Edinburgh and the Pentlands. \nThe event is made possible through the support of Currie and Balerno News and Currie and Balerno Rotary Club.
URL:https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/event/europe-day-party-pentland-ukrainian-support-group/
LOCATION:Currie Community Centre\, 280 Lanark Road West\, Currie\, EH14 5RU
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