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Dalmeny and Queensferry Parish church are running a Sparks and Stories Holiday Club for children during august. A packed lunch is required to be brought. The club is running from Monday 3 to Friday 7 August from 10am to 2pm at 

Transport from Queensferry Church to Kirkliston can be provided. 

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Textile Lessons  

Learn sewing skills while making your own textile creations that you will be able to take home. For young people aged 12 to 16 years. The Make your own rollup pencil or brush case session is on Tuesday 4 August from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at 

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Ceilidh Kids 

Skip, clap and march together to traditional Scottish music at Ceilidh Kids family workshop. Enjoy simple dances that found at a ceilidh or Scottish country dance. The sessions are aimed for families with children aged three to seven years, but all welcome to participate in whatever way they feel capable. Tickets cost £.2.50 per individual, booking in advanced is recommended, although drop ins are welcome.  

The session is running on Thursday 6 to Sunday 31 August from 10am to 10.45am at 

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Doghailes 2026 

A fun filled day for all of the family at the annual dog event. Bring your dog for a day packed with competitions, shopping, food and lovely walks around the grounds. General tickets cost £3 per person and entry to competitions cost an additional £2.00 each. Doghailes will take place on Sunday 9 August from 10am to 4pm at 

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Natural Pigment and Paints Workshop 

Join local artist Sarah Gittins workshop to create with paints and pigment from nature on Tuesday 4 August from 1pm to 3.30pm at 

For more information and to book email emily@elgt.org.uk.

Highlight Tour of St Cecilia’s Hall 

Join St Cecilia’s Hall for a guided tour of the musical treasures on display at St Cecilia’s Hall, Scotland’s oldest concert hall and home to the University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½’s musical instrument collection. Hear the sounds of the past, discover the weird and wonderful world of musical instruments, and journey through the past 500 years of music history. Children are welcome. This is a ‘pay what you can’ event.  

The tours are running from August 7 to August 29 from 2pm at 

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ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Fringe Festival  

A range of free shows is available across the city to suit all the family or take a walk up the Royal Mile and enjoy the street performers. The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Fringe Festival runs from Friday 7 August until Monday 31 August. 

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Family BBQ for Adoptive and Care Experienced Families 

Meet other adopters and their families for a BBQ, play and a chat. This event is free to attend but families are advised to bring their own food for the barbecue, something to sit on and to dress appropriately for the weather if needed. There will be a selection of outdoor games and activities. The BBQ will be held on Sunday 9 August from 11am to 2pm meeting at 

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