Bower of Bliss: The Next Chapter
See the next chapter of Linder’s artist film ‘Bower of Bliss,’ first revealed as part of Linder’s Flag & Film commission at GWL for Glasgow International 2018.
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A Spoon is the Safest Vessel
Juliane Foronda, Kirsty Russell and Tako Taal take inspiration from the unique collection of archive materials at GWL to play host in this exhibition, presenting new works to both feed and challenge the senses.
6 events,
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POSTPONED: ‘Ways of Seeing’: Women and Photography in Scotland
POSTPONED: ‘Ways of Seeing’: Women and Photography in Scotland
How have women photographers in Scotland taken control of their own image? This symposium will reveal neglected stories of Scottish women in photography, including feminist social documentary photographer Franki Raffles, folklorist Margaret Fay Shaw and more.
Free
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POSTPONED: ‘Ways of Seeing’ Exhibition
POSTPONED: ‘Ways of Seeing’ Exhibition
At the library for one day only before it’s showing at Tenement House, Shutter Hub brings together an exciting exhibition of women’s photography in response to the ‘Ways of Seeing’ symposium.
CANCELLED: Story Café
CANCELLED: Story Café
Put a spring in your step at Story Café and hear stories and poems by women writers from around the world! From edge-of-your-seat espionage to tales of heart-warming tenderness, Story Café will spark your curiosity and freshen your perspective.
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POSTPONED: ‘Ways of Seeing’: Women and Photography in Scotland Reception Event
POSTPONED: ‘Ways of Seeing’: Women and Photography in Scotland Reception Event
We warmly invite you to an informal reception celebrating the 'Ways of Seeing' women's photography exhibition which is at the library for one day only before it’s showing at Tenement House.
Free
4 events,
Linder’s Bower of Bliss: Online Film Exhibition
An exclusive opportunity to see Linder's art film Bower of Bliss in full. The original film was revealed as part of Linder's Flag & Film commission at GWL for Glasgow International 2018 and in 2020 we see the second installment added to create this new film.
CANCELLED: Women Making It
CANCELLED: Women Making It
Be invigorated this Spring with our bitesize learning sessions where we’ll be scrapbooking, badge making, watching films together and much more. Warm and relaxed drop-in sessions, these are perfect if you enjoy craft activities or you’re looking to make new friends!
4 events,
CANCELLED: Warm Welcome
CANCELLED: Warm Welcome
GWL Warm Welcome drop-in days take place on the first Saturday of every month. If you are new to GWL this is a friendly relaxed way to find out about borrowing, volunteering, our programme and collections. We’d love to welcome you here!
5 events,
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CANCELLED: Play Reading with a Twist!
CANCELLED: Play Reading with a Twist!
Following workshops with a local playwright, the Sakinah Women's Group will take to the stage for this dazzling play reading with tea and buns.
Free
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POSTPONED: Open Book
POSTPONED: Open Book
These vibrant and thoughtful monthly Open Book sessions are back for spring, and now led by poet Alice Tarbuck or writer Beth Godfrey.
Free – £2.00
3 events,
ONLINE: Create and Connect: Monthly Creative Writing Group
ONLINE: Create and Connect: Monthly Creative Writing Group
Calling all women writers in Edinburgh! Join our connect and create writing group immersive programme, taking place one Saturday a month!
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CANCELLED: Drama Queens: Play Reading for Pleasure
CANCELLED: Drama Queens: Play Reading for Pleasure
It’s time for Lights! Action! Tea! once again in our friendly and relaxed regular No-Acting-Required Drama Queens sessions. Come along and join us!
Free – £2.00
3 events,
CANCELLED: Women Making It
CANCELLED: Women Making It
Be invigorated this Spring with our bitesize learning sessions where we’ll be scrapbooking, badge making, watching films together and much more. Warm and relaxed drop-in sessions, these are perfect if you enjoy craft activities or you’re looking to make new friends!
3 events,
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CANCELLED: Writing for Performance: Showcase
CANCELLED: Writing for Performance: Showcase
Be inspired, moved and entertained by the work that Muslim women have created and developed as part of our Stellar Quines play-writing workshops this Spring!
Free
4 events,
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CANCELLED: Fiction Writing to Help Manage Chronic Pain
CANCELLED: Fiction Writing to Help Manage Chronic Pain
Explore the ways writing can be used as a powerful distraction to help manage chronic pain, in these creative writing workshops led by writer Gillian Shirreffs.
Free
Online: Reading Group for Muslim Women
Online: Reading Group for Muslim Women
Join our first Digital Reading Group for Muslim Women. We'll meet online and chat about "A Woman is No Man" by Etaf Rum.
4 events,
POSTPONED: Ingrid Pollard
Following a residency at GWL in 2019 this solo exhibition by artist and researcher Ingrid Pollard reveals her responses to materials held in the Lesbian archive at GWL. Part of Glasgow International 2020.
POSTPONED: Making Her Mark: Celebrating Women in Renfrewshire
POSTPONED: Making Her Mark: Celebrating Women in Renfrewshire
Can you name a Renfrewshire heroine? How are women’s lives reflected in Renfrewshire’s towns and villages? How are they celebrated or remembered? Bring your stories and ideas to this exciting new project. A chance to try out something new, take part in creative workshops and make friends.
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POSTPONED: Ingrid Pollard: Exhibition Launch
POSTPONED: Ingrid Pollard: Exhibition Launch
Join us for the preview of Ingrid Pollard’s new exhibition, proudly commissioned by GWL and part of Glasgow International 2020. Alongside an introduction to the work this event will include a performance curated by Ingrid to mark the occasion.
Free
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POSTPONED: Garnethill Women’s Heritage Walk
POSTPONED: Garnethill Women’s Heritage Walk
Step away from busy Sauchiehall Street to (re)discover bohemian Garnethill through the history of its women on this popular heritage walk.
£6.00 – £10.00
3 events,
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CANCELLED: Fiction Writing to Help Manage Chronic Pain
CANCELLED: Fiction Writing to Help Manage Chronic Pain
Explore the ways writing can be used as a powerful distraction to help manage chronic pain, in these creative writing workshops led by writer, living with MS, Gillian Shirreffs.
Free
3 events,
Online: Readers of Colour
Online: Readers of Colour
Come along to our Edinburgh reading group to discover and chat about poetry, fiction, and narrative non-fiction by women writers of colour.
6 events,
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POSTPONED: Story Café Special: Brave Your Day with Charley Gavigan
POSTPONED: Story Café Special: Brave Your Day with Charley Gavigan
In this Story Cafe Special, Charley Gavigan will explore the power of stories to unite us in these uncertain times, and share insights from her own personal journey.
Free – £2.00
POSTPONED: Making Her Mark: Celebrating Women in Renfrewshire
POSTPONED: Making Her Mark: Celebrating Women in Renfrewshire
Can you name a Renfrewshire heroine? How are women’s lives reflected in Renfrewshire’s towns and villages? How are they celebrated or remembered? Bring your stories and ideas to this exciting new project. A chance to try out something new, take part in creative workshops and make friends.
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CANCELLED: Find Your Words: Slam Poetry
CANCELLED: Find Your Words: Slam Poetry
In this workshop, performance poet Courtney Stoddart will boost your skills and confidence while you experiment with slam poetry, whether you’re yet to write your first poem or you’re a slam regular!
Free – £2.00
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POSTPONED: Ingrid Pollard: Artist’s Talk
POSTPONED: Ingrid Pollard: Artist’s Talk
Join Ingrid Pollard as she discusses her multi-layered practice and her solo exhibition following time spent in the Lesbian Archive and Information Centre, a collection that makes up one third of GWL's overall archive.
Free
3 events,
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CANCELLED: Women Making It
CANCELLED: Women Making It
Be invigorated this Spring with our bitesize learning sessions where we’ll be scrapbooking, badge making, watching films together and much more. Warm and relaxed drop-in sessions, these are perfect if you enjoy craft activities or you’re looking to make new friends!
3 events,
CANCELLED: Warm Welcome
CANCELLED: Warm Welcome
GWL Warm Welcome drop-in days take place on the first Saturday of every month. If you are new to GWL this is a friendly relaxed way to find out about borrowing, volunteering, our programme and collections. We’d love to welcome you here!