FREE Bohemia Sat 23 Feb, 11am–5pm. St John’s Episcopal Church, Princes Street, 229 7565. See Glasgow, Fairs & Markets. FREE Bruntsfield Markets Sat 2 & 16 Mar, 11am–4.30pm. 219 Bruntsfield Place, markettreeevents.com New indoor market selling food, crafts, art and gifts. FREE A Spoonful of Vintage Sun 3 Mar, 11am–5pm. Spoon Café Bistro, 6a Nicolson Street, 07711 839958. Stalls selling vintage ceramics, collectibles, homeware and furniture from the 50s, 60s and 70s, vintage fashion and accessories, plus vintage styling and high teas. Scottish Motorcycle Show Sat 9 & Sun 10 Mar, 10.30am–4pm. £12 in advance; £16 on the door (seniors £7 in advance, £12 on the door; under 15s free). Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, 0844 854 0064. Attractions include restored bikes, manufacturers’ displays, a classic bike pavilion, a Wall of Death, kids’ events and the first round of the Scottish Supermoto. FREE Me to You Markets @ Columcille Centre, Morningside Sat 16 Mar, 12–4pm. Columcille Centre, 2 Newbattle Terrace, 07796 905 986. A range of vintage home wares, preserves, clothing, toys and handmade jewellery. Vintage Wedding Show Sun 17 Mar, 11am–4pm. £5. Mansfield Traquair, 15 Mansfield Place, 555 8475. See preview, right. RBS 6 Nations: Scotland v Ireland Sun 24 Feb, 2pm. Prices vary. Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn Street, Murrayfield, 346 5000. Back the blue rugby boys in the one international team ball game we’re actually not the worst at.
✽ Auld Reekie Roller Girls: Leithal Weapons v Skatefast
Club Sat 9 Mar, 2–5pm. £5 in advance; £7 on the door (under 14s free). Meadowbank Sports Centre, 139 London Road, 661 5351. Spring bout of hard and fast roller derbying. RBS 6 Nations: Scotland v Wales Sat 9 Mar, 2.30pm. Prices vary. Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn Street, Murrayfield, 346 5000. Our lads face off against the dragonic menace. FREE Wiff Waff! Wed 13 Mar, 6–10pm. Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 30–36 Dalmeny Street, Leith, 555 7101. Monthly evenings of food and beer, eclectic music and the age-old game of ‘Wiff Waff’ (aka Ping Pong).
Talks Vet Talk Thu 21 Feb, 7.30–9pm. £7 (£5). Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Road, 334 9171. Join the zoo’s head vet to find out about the demands of wildlife care. Tickling Jock Opening Lecture: A Comedy Great – Johnny Beattie Sun 24 Feb, 2–3pm. £5 (£4). Scottish National Gallery, The Mound, 624 6200. Veteran comedian and actor Johnny Beattie opens the Tickling Jock exhibition by discussing his career, and those of the comedy greats he’s known, with his daughter Maureen Beattie.
GLASGOW ST PATRICK’S FESTIVAL In its second year as a major event in the city centre, Glasgow St Patrick’s Festival aims to cover all the bases, with talks, panel discussions and various concerts showcasing both traditional and modern music. Those with kids can head to the Family Fun Day on Merchant Square on 16 Mar, and be sure to head to Southside gem the Glad Café for the closing party on 17 Mar. For more information, visit glasgowstpatricksfestival.co.uk. ■ Various venues, Glasgow, Wed 6–Sun 17 Mar.
1–3pm. Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 30–36 Dalmeny Street, Leith, 555 7101. Leithers vote for their favourite community projects to be awarded a chunk of over £22,000 to keep them running. Classic Album Sundays Sun 3 Mar, 12–4pm. £6. Loud & Clear, Bonnington Mill, 72 Newhaven Road, 555 3963. See Glasgow, Activities & Events. FREE Bruncheon! Featuring the Sound of Muesli Sat 9 Mar, 11am– 3pm. Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 30–36 Dalmeny Street, Leith, 555 7101. Live music plus your choice of a traditional or continental breakfast. FREE Military History March Sun 10 Mar, 9am–noon. Holyrood Park Education Centre, 1 Queen’s Drive, 652 8150. A park ranger leads a walk around Holyrood Park explaining how the armed forces have used it through the ages. Edinburgh’s Festival of Ireland Wed 13–Sun 17 Mar, times vary. Prices vary (many events free). Various venues, 07855 285207. A little bit of Ireland descends in the run-up to St Patrick’s Day. Dance, storytelling, food and Irish history talks are all on the cards.
Scots Music Group Ceilidh Sat 16 Mar, 7.30pm. £8 in advance; £10 on the door (£6 in advance; £8 on the door). St Bride’s Centre, 10 Orwell Terrace, 346 1405. Fundraising ceilidh of traditional music and dancing. Live music comes from the Robert Fish Band. Science Festival Lates: Opening Party Thu 21 Mar, 8pm. £10. City Art Centre, 2 Market Street, 0844 557 2686. The Science Festival celebrates 25 years by letting adults into its flagship children’s venue. And have some beer too, because being an adult has some advantages. Part of Edinburgh International Science Festival.
Shopping ✽ FREE Jane’s Dressing Room Thu 21 Feb–Mon 4 Mar. 2
Thistle Street, New Town, 225 3280, janedavidson.co.uk The Vogue-approved Jane Davidson appears as a pop-up shop selling designer and vintage gems. FREE Out of the Blue Flea Market Sat 23 Feb, 10am–3pm. Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 30–36 Dalmeny Street, Leith, 555 7100. Furniture, clothes and music.
AROUND TOWN | Events FREE The Bootleg Film Festival Fri 22–Sun 24 Feb, 3pm–3am. The Banshee Labyrinth, 29–35 Niddry Street, 07572 764686. A celebration of community-focused independent films, featuring short film screenings, features, masterclasses and live music, plus plenty of opportunities for chat after the films. Ages 18+. Public Astronomy Evening Fridays, 6.30–7.30pm & 8–9pm. £4 (£3). Royal Observatory Visitor Centre, Blackford Hill, 668 8404. Journey through the solar system and observe the skies (weather permitting). Booking essential. RBS Museum Lates: The Vikings Are Coming! Fri 22 Feb, 7–10.30pm. £18 for Lates and Vikings!; £10 for Lates only (£16 for Lates and Vikings!; £8 for Lates only). National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, 0300 123 6789. See preview, page 36. James Bond Theme Night for charity Fri 22 Feb, 7.30pm–12.30am. £6. Victoria Park Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, 669 0062. Dress up in your fave James Bond outfit for charity at this 007-themed night with a disco, games and a raffle. Edinburgh Ceilidhs Fri 22 Feb, 8pm. £8 advance; £10 on the door. Lauriston Hall, 28 Lauriston Street, 339 5374. Traditional fun with ceilidh bands and a piper. Featuring Scott Leslie Ceilidh Band. FREE Coolest Walk on Earth Sat 23 Feb, 9am–noon. Holyrood Park Education Centre, 1 Queen’s Drive, 652 8150. A rugged three-hour guided walk through Holyrood Park. Not suitable for those with mobility difficulties or young children. Lady Euphemia Sat 23 & Sun 24 Feb, 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm. Included in admission. Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, 225 9846. Meet Euphemia, the countess of Ross and Buchan, and hear about her amazing ancestral connection to Robert the Bruce. FREE Holy Ruins of Holyrood Sun 24 Feb, 1–3pm. Holyrood Park Education Centre, 1 Queen’s Drive, 652 8150. Learn how the religious ruins of Holyrood Park came to be built and why they fell into disrepair. Take warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy footwear with grips and a snack and drink. Ages 16+. Knit Night Tuesdays 7–9pm. £4 per session. The Cumberland Bar, 1-3 Cumberland Street, 07835 170119. Social knitting evening for adults. Booking in advance recommended. Edinburgh Popular Music Choir Tuesdays, 7.30–9pm. £10 (students £6). Morningside School of Music, 138 Comiston Road, 447 1117. Fun choir with a repertoire spanning Adele, Oasis, Take That and more. Weekly rehearsals. Edinburgh Charity Fashion Show Launch Party Tue 26 Feb, 9pm–3am. £7 (VIP £12 including canapés and cocktails; table of six £150). Opal Lounge, 51 George Street, 226 2275. Hobnob with the models, or just enjoy some music and cocktails. FREE Leith Decides Sat 2 Mar,
Join Edinburgh International Science Festival in 2013 as we celebrate our 25th birthday with a special future-themed programme for the sociable and sci-curious. 40 THE LIST 21 Feb–21 Mar 2013