Library events
Our calendar page lists details of one-off in-person and online adult events hosted by libraries.
For details of regular events such as book groups and children's activities at a specific library visit the library's page or follow them on Facebook.
In the past we've hosted authors such as Val McDermid, Maggie O'Farrell and Ian Rankin. on our YouTube channel.
October 2024
Author Talk with Philip Caveney (Danny Weston)
Join us for an author talk with adult/YA fiction author Philip Caveney, AKA Danny Weston! Philip Caveney has been a published author since 1977. Originally a writer of adult thrillers, he switched to writing for younger readers in 2007 with Sebastian Darke: Prince of Fools, which was published internationally. He will be speaking about his career and writing process. Suitable for adults and young adult readers.
Wednesday 2 October at 6pm
McDonald Road Library
2 McDonald Road
EH7 4LU
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Flora Johnston and Helen Graham - family stories in historical fiction
Flora Johnston, author of The Paris Peacemakers, and Helen Graham, author of The Real Mackay discuss their novels in a joint event in conversation with Susan Elsley.
Where do writers find inspiration for their stories?
Whether you enjoy reading or writing historical fiction, come along to this event as two Edinburgh authors discuss the family stories which inspired their latest novels.
Wednesday 9 October at 6pm
George Washington Browne Room
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Music on the Mezzanine - Girls Rock School Edinburgh
The performers appearing will include
, a girl from Edinburgh making songs with guitars and too many words in. Her songs revolve around poor decisions and people just generally having a bad time of things. Maybe if she just cheered up a bit she'd be more fun at parties.
, providing garage rocking synth punk - dusty, delicious and nutritious! Songs about political pineapples and illusions on the internet.
and
, Dundee's coolest lefty folk-punk singer-songwriter, singing songs about her world.
Saturday 12 October at 1pm
Music Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Free event, no booking required.
Book launch and author talk with Chis Lintott
In partnership with the Royal Observatory Edinburgh, Edinburgh Libraries are hosting the launch of Chris Lintott's new book, 'Our Accidental Universe'. Christopher John Lintott FRAS is a British astrophysicist, author and broadcaster. He is a Professor of Astrophysics in the Department of Physics at the University of Oxford, and, since 2023, Gresham Professor of Astronomy at Gresham College, London. He is also the presenter of the BBC's 'The Sky at Night'.
Monday 14 October at 6pm
McDonald Road Library
2 McDonald Road
EH7 4LU
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Music on the Mezzanine - Edinburgh Chinese Community School
Edinburgh Chinese Community Orchestra has been composed of a group of fans who love Chinese music, including overseas Chinese, overseas students and foreign friends for more than fifteen years and supported well by Edinburgh Chinese Community School. They have been honoured to be invited many times to participate in performances with Chinese elements sponsored by local governments and relevant organizations in Scotland.
Saturday 26 October at 1pm
Music Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Free event, no booking required.
November 2024
Music on the Mezzanine - Buskin Sharks
The Buskin’ Sharks Big band are large Edinburgh based Jazz ensemble playing a mixture of Jazz standards, funk and re-workings of popular songs.
Saturday 9 November at 1pm
Music Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Free event, no booking required.
Music on the Mezzanine - After the Rain
From night classes together, to their first gig in the Forest Road Café, to being regulars on the mezzanine, After the Rain bring another selection of relaxing jazz favourites for you to put your feet up and unwind.
Saturday 23 November 2024 at 1pm
Music Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Free event, no booking required.
December 2024
Music on the Mezzanine - María López Atanet
Born in Merida, Spain, Maria began learning piano at the age of 5. She studied music in the Esteba Sanchez Conservatoire and in 2020, she joined St Mary's Music School graduating in 2023.
Maria has entered competitions in Spain and Scotland, and has attended masterclasses with Steven Osbourne, Stephen Hough, Danny Driver, Stephen Coombs and Aaron Shorr. Maria will continue her Studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Autumn 2024.
Saturday 7 December at 1pm
Music Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Free event, no booking required.
Music on the Mezzanine - Little Big Horns
Our Christmas regulars make a return visit. The Edinburgh-based saxophone quartet (quintet or sextet) are a group who enjoy each other’s company and enjoy playing a wide range of music, from jazz to the chart, swinging, classical and TV/film. Along the way, variety and fun are the only constants.
Saturday 21 December at 1pm
Music Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Free event, no booking required.