Monday 2 November, 8pm
The Blind Poet, West Nicholson Street, Edinburgh
FREE
Alec Beattie & Max Scratchmann invite you to a night of storytelling celebrating the lives of inspirational people and combining an exciting bill of professional storytellers with open mic time to allow members of the community to share their personal stories.
Tuesday 3 November, 10.30am
St John’s Episcopal Church, Perth
£20.00 (includes a copy of the book and lunch)
In a special author event, being organised by Faith In Older People, writers Alison Pringle & Graeme Pagan will lead a discussion about bereavement based on their book Don't Mention The Coal Scuttle, a compilation from over 50 different and real experiences of those facing the death of a husband, a wife, a partner, a soul mate, including anecdotes, reminiscences and personal experiences.
Saturday 7 November, 7.30pm
St John's Church, Princes Street, Edinburgh
FREE
After a hugely popular performance at last year's festival, Edinburgh Brass Band return again this year with a To Absent Friends concert.
Wednesday 11 November
Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh
MSPs from across the political spectrum will meet over dinner, to acknowledge loss and celebrate the inspirational people in their lives who have died. They'll be invited to share memories, celebrate friendships and talk about the political (and personal) heroes who've continued to have an influence over their lives.