King’s Theatre Dome – Low Carbon Property Festival – Edinburgh Festival Fringe Pick of the Day – Police advice to public during the Festival – Today at the Cameo
Yesterday The Edinburgh Reporter got a preview of what audiences at the King’s Theatre will see from this weekend, presumably for many years to come. We also got to speak to the man behind the new design, the artist John Byrne as you can see here.
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We saw this on the Greener Leith website and think it might be of interest to some of you who own properties in the town. It takes place between 13-15 August.
The Low Carbon Festival will feature speakers from across the industry who will explain the benefits of low carbon installations and help save you energy and money!
It is part of the Fringe….yes really it is.
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JOHNNIE WALKER’S GUEST NIGHT – UNIVERSAL QUIDEM
Date, Time & Price   Aug 1-25 18:15 (1hr) £14.00(£12.00)
Venue                         New Town Theatre – music, talk
Join BBC Radio 2 legend Johnnie Walker, the original pirate DJ on Radio Caroline, as he covers the real person behind the celebrity. Revealing interviews with daily celebrity guests from music, arts, sports and politics including Tony Benn, Steven Berkoff, Janet Street Porter, Reginald D Hunter, Billy Ocean, Jon Culshaw and KT Tunstall.
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Police in Edinburgh are urging the public to remain vigilant for pickpockets and thieves during the busy Festival period.
As part of Operation Assure, officers will continue to provide a high-visibility police presence throughout the city centre to detect and deter criminal activity.
Police will also engage with the public to offer crime prevention advice, particularly around securing valuables and personal belongings while enjoying the sights and events within the Capital.
Over 7,000 leaflets will be handed out advising people to ‘Hold on to Your Stuff’ and keep possessions such as cameras, music players and tablet devices out of public display.
The leaflets, which are translated into a range of languages, are also aimed at ensuring anyone watching a Festival performance or out socialising does not set their bag, jacket or other belongings down or leave them unattended.
Posters and advertising boards highlighting the “Hold Onto Your Stuff” message are currently displayed throughout Edinburgh. However, anyone wishing further information on safeguarding their possessions can contact Police Scotland through a variety of channels.
Inspector Gary Dickson from the city centre policing team said: “Firstly, I would like to reassure all of those visiting Edinburgh that the city is a very safe place. However, like any busy area, thieves will look to capitalise on any opportunity that presents itself.
“As such, officers will be out on foot and bicycle patrols during the Festival to speak with the public and distribute crime prevention leaflets, which provide guidance on how to protect their belongings.
“These leaflets are translated into the languages of those who most frequently visit Edinburgh and the posters can be viewed at various areas within the city centre to maximise awareness of this issue.
“Members of the public can also obtain crime prevention advice by checking out our website, visiting their local police station or following our Twitter account @EdinburghPolice.”
We interviewed Chief Superintendent Mark Williams last week about Operation Assure
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Today at the Cameo they are showing Frances Ha which was one of the hits of the recent Edinburgh International Film Festival.
The Cameo are offering five films for your entertainment today. Booking details here.
Just to remind you there is an option other than the Fringe! Oh – and the Festival starts on Friday….
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