The Scottish Learning Festival is the only free national education conference and exhibition in Scotland. Attended by educationalists from across Scotland and the world, SLF 2013 has something on offer for everyone involved in education.

The theme of SLF 2013 is Raising the Bar in Scotland – transforming lives through learning. SLF 2013 will enable practitioners to develop skills and expertise which will help them ensure they plan and deliver learning experiences which appropriately challenge and engage their learners and which support learners to achieve their potential.

 Friday, 18 May: 6pm–8pm

Support the Suffragettes

John Gray Centre

Catherine Blair and Elsie Inglis

 In Haddington, famous local suffragettes Catherine Blair and Elsie Inglis will make a rare appearance. Hear why they believe women deserve the vote and equal rights to men, and then join them as they take action!

Saturday, 19 May: 1pm–4pm

Defend Dunbar Castle with Black Agnes

Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery

 Discover why Black Agnes needs your help to build some new defences for Dunbar Castle as she protects Scotland from English invasion. You won’t believe your ears as she shares a few secrets about how she protected the castle!

Saturday, 19 May: 1pm–4pm

Campaign for Conservation with John Muir

John Muir’s Birthplace

 Join John Muir in Dunbar as he campaigns to protect the environment. Hear his stories and make your own inspirational banner, using a John Muir quote or one of your own!

Sunday, 20 May: 1pm–4pm

Back the Miners’ Strike

Prestongrange Museum

 Join miners at Prestongrange as they go on strike! You’ll be able to find out about their awful working conditions by experiencing some of the challenges they faced, and joining their protest.

Sunday, 20 May: 1pm–4pm

Rally for Royalty with Mary, Queen of Scots

Mary Queen of Scots Maids

Musselburgh Museum

 Help the maids of Mary, Queen of Scots crack a secret code to assist with her escape. They might spill a few secrets about Mary’s extraordinary life whilst you’re there!

We are building upon the phenomenal success of last year’s first event, where an extraordinary mix of 20 activities attracted over 2,000 visitors during the Sunday afternoon.

This year’s extended programme is fantastic, with 40 event providers delivering an incredible range of science shows, workshops, drop-in sessions, demonstrations and talks.

There are events to suit teenagers and even storytelling for the wee ones. Some of the shows are presented in British Sign Language and all the shows will be BSL/English interpreted.

Dunbar SciFest will take place over the weekend of Saturday, 10th March (10am – 5pm) and Sunday 11th March 2011 (12-5pm) in the John Muir Campus of Dunbar Primary School.

See our website, http://www.dunbarscifest.org.uk, for the packed programme, directions and travel information. The admission charge is £3 per adult and £2 per child, with Family Tickets (up to 5 kids) for £10 and a weekend Family Ticket for just £15.

Town House | Haddington | East Lothian

Thursday 23 February 2012

7-9pm

FREE

Join us in celebration of LGBT History Month this February at a free event inspired bythe international project IT GETS BETTER. The evening will feature:
· Loud and Proud Choir
· Award winning Knox Academy film
· Drinks reception
No need to book, all welcome.

For further information contact us on equalities@eastlothian.gov.uk
Or call 01620 827 134 http://www.eastlothianmuseums.org

Fancy dress competition, spooky outdoor trails, craft activities, dancing, games and dooking for apples!

£2 per child (adults and children under 3 go free). Book your ticket now by contacting Prestongrange on 0131 653 2904 or email prestongrange@btconnect.com

Saturday 22nd of October
2-4pm
Musselburgh Grammar School

This will include:

· a preview of the new Scottish National Portrait Gallery as Curator Sheila Asante, talks about the ‘Portrait of a Nation’ project.

· find out about ‘Jock Tamson’s Bairns’ with Axolotl Gallery. A stirring and evocative documentary exhibition in photography produced by ex Heat Magazine picture editor Clara Massie honouring the waves of immigrant groups who became the new Scots and who have made a significant contribution to Scotland’s story.

· a dynamic performance by the Zawadi Alba Choir singing a collection of African inspired songs.

No need to book in advance!

Bring the whole family along to this free day of activities. Try out different activities – archery, kayaking, printing, orienteering, crafts and much more! Into dance? You could try bellydancing or have a go at some 1960s dancing? Or if you’re more arty you could try ceramic painting or printing. The Ranger Service will be on hand to answer all your animal questions!

Download our packed programme: http://www.prestongrange.org/site/media/PG%20events%202011/FamilyActivityDay2011_Programme.pdf

No bookings, just drop in. Come early to ensure you don’t miss out!!

The Quay, New Street, Fisherrow Harbour
Musselburgh. Thursday 19th May at 7pm
Featuring special guest speakers:Jim Leishman and David Hayman

Ticket includes:
• Free drink on arrival!
• Full Curry Buffet!
• A chance to play your part in ending violence against women!

Tickets are available at The Quay Restaurant in Musselburgh
call 0131 665 1066 or email info@thequaycomplex.com

Organised in partnership by ‘End It’, East Lothian Diversity Network and
the White Ribbon Scotland campaign,

Pledge not to commit, condone or remain silent about violence against
women. Visit http://www.whiteribbonscotland.org.uk to read more

In the current economic climate, with growing numbers of redundancies, unemployed school and university leavers and funding for community projects on the decrease we need to find enterprising solutions for these challenges and get on with it ourselves by creating social enterprises as a wise alternative!

Social Enterprise in East Lothian will be working in partnership with BRAG Enterprises Ltd to offer people in East Lothian a unique opportunity to do something amazing and start up a social enterprise with all the support you will need. Brag Enterprises has successfully delivered the School for Social Entrepreneurs in Fife since 1992 and along with Social Enterprise in East Lothian are offering the “Motivate to Innovate” programme, which is a new and exciting ERDF funded programme offering business start up support for aspiring social entrepreneurs.

This is a tailored programme of support, which will include social enterprise formation, an introduction to the social economy, feasibility, business sustainability and access to £6k grant monies to develop your idea further. This requires commitment and will pay dividends!

Are you interested? If so there will be an information day on 13th May at the Pennypit Centre, Rope Walk, Prestonpans from 10 am until 12 noon (Includes lunch) To register your interest Please contact Elaine on 01620 826915 or e-mail Elaine@socialenterpriseineastlothian.org.uk
Social Enterprise in East Lothian

29 Haldane Avenue, Haddington EH41 3PG.
Tel: 01620 826915 – email: elaine@socialenterpriseineastlothian.org.uk – website: http://www.socialenterpriseineastlothian.org.uk

Social Enterprise in East Lothian Ltd. is a company limited by guarantee. Registered in Scotland. Company no: SC358482 Charity No: SC041049

Registered address: 29 Haldane Avenue, Haddington EH41 3PG

Glow will be filming and transmitting the event via Glow Meet to enable pupils from other areas of Scotland to see the event on Monday 9^th May.

[This uses the new Glow Meet (based on Adobe Connect) which should work "out of the box" on any schools PC. Please contact dgilmour@eastlothian.gov.uk for assistance if required.]

Please see this document for further details: LET20112904 Amended Reminder to schools re CFL Stornoway (MS Word, 259KB)

Kirsty McGregor

Events Co-ordinator

SCOTTISH CRIME AND DRUG ENFORCEMENT AGENCY