The Edinburgh Minute ⏰ Tuesday 15 September 2026
Craiglockhart parents' zebra crossing success, more Heriot-Watt Uni strikes, airport waiting time blame game + Leith yellow towers community art project
👋 Good morning Edinburgh. So far it's a relatively quiet morning of news. If I've missed anything, please get in touch here. Here’s Tuesday's Edinburgh Minute.
🌦️ Today's weather forecast: We had some rain overnight and the on-off showers are forecast to continue throughout today. Cooler than yesterday, but still a warmish top temperature of 17C around 3pm. Drier tomorrow. - The full Met Office forecast for Edinburgh is here.
🔥 A fundraiser has been launched for a Muirhouse couple who 'lost everything' in a house fire last Thursday morning. - Jack Davies reports in the Evening News + the fundraiser is here.
🚦 Parents at Craiglockhart Primary School have successfully petitioned the council to speed up plans for a new zebra crossing. - Jack Davies & Ian Swanson, Evening News.
🚁 A woman who had fallen and hit her head at the top of Arthur’s Seat was rescued by helicopter on Sunday night. - Jody Harrison, The Herald + Rachel Fergusson, Evening News.
🚔 A 34-year-old man has been charged after a police officer was injured in an incident involving a man with a 'bladed weapon' in Niddrie on Sunday night. - Ross Hempseed, STV News.
🚔 A 12-year-old boy was among eight people arrested for anti-social behaviour, vandalism, misuse of drugs and assaults related to the FLY music festival in Princes Street Gardens over the weekend. - Matthew Fulton, STV News.
💻 All 25 jobs at the Edinburgh-based Smart Data Foundry not-for-profit organisation have been lost after it went in to administration, reports Alasdair Ferguson in The National.
✈️ Baggage handling firms at Edinburgh Airport blame each other for various delays this summer, reports Alastair Dalton in The Scotsman.
🎓 Some Heriot-Watt University workers are on a two-day strike over cuts and compulsory redundancies related to the Department of Languages and Intercultural Studies and Scholar programme. Sporadic strikes began in March. - More details from the University and College Union.
🌍 A screening of the People's Emergency Briefing film is planned in Bruntsfield on Friday evening. - More details via the Bruntsfield Area Net Zero Action Initiative.
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🎨 Yellow towers community art project seeking contributions - 'With the 18 yellow wind farm structures soon leaving the Port of Leith, we are collecting art and writing about them, for a website and (eventually) a physical exhibition! Submissions are welcome from the public and from artists of all kinds! (Deadline: 14 Dec)' - More details here, shared by a Minute reader.
🖼 Impact Arts charity partners with Exhibitability to find homes in workplaces for original artworks - 'Impact Arts' transformative programmes support people living with inequalities and effect positive change, often where other interventions have struggled. Together, we offer artwork that brings a story to office walls, and supports social impact.' - More details here, shared by Ross Mackay, Exhibitability.
🌍 Culture for Climate Scotland is looking for new board members - 'Culture for Climate Scotland is looking for up to five new members to join their board of trustees. The experience and expertise of our board members helps us stay on track to achieve our mission. (Deadline: 08 Oct)' - More details here, shared by Culture for Climate Scotland.
🕺 Fancy doing something different on Sunday afternoons? - 'Volunteers requested to prepare for Samhuinn, the change of seasons when Winter takes over. Meetings are Sunday afternoons, 2pm at the cannon on Calton Hill and are free, welcoming and friendly. Contact nightfox@beltane.org if this interests you.' - More details here, shared by Jenny Glover, Beltane Fire Society.
📬 Lothian Stamp Group 2026-27 Season Opens - 'The Lothian Stamp Group for Philatelists meets throughout the year in central Edinburgh. It starts its 2026-27 season on the 22 September.' - More details here, shared by Steve Cowles, LPG.
🌍 Online Zoom Forum: Sister Joan Chittister: The Spiritual, Ethical & Social Vision in Her Life - 'There will be five talks, each of 15 minutes, followed by discussion among the speakers and the chair, followed by Q & A. Date: Wednesday 16 September 2026. Time: 7pm-9pm (UK time).' - More details here, shared by Neill Walker, Edinburgh International Centre for Spirituality and Peace.
🤸♂️ Complete beginners Capoeira classes every Tuesday @ 6pm [Every Tuesday]
Today, Tue 15 September - 'Looking to improve you fitness, mobility, strength and & body control and learn about unique art of Capoeira? Join our Tuesday regular classes for complete beginners. No experience required. More on: www.capoeira-edinburgh.com'
6pm to 7pm | Southside Community Centre · Southside | £10 - More details here, shared by TUCUM Capoeira Edinburgh.
🗣️ Corstorphine and Clermiston Community Council Meeting
Today, Tue 15 September - 'The next Corstorphine and Clermiston Community Council meeting is at the Beith Room at St Ninian's Church, Corstorphine on Tuesday 15th September 7-9pm. No tickets or pre-booking required. Come along to hear about issues affecting our area.'
7pm to 9pm | St. Ninian’s Church Corstorphine · Corstorphine | FREE - More details here, shared by Bruce Mason, Corstorphine and Clermiston Community Council.
🗳️ September Democrats Abroad Meet-up
Tomorrow, Wed 16 September - 'Join fellow Democrats Abroad in Scotland as we approach the midterm elections - this social gathering will provide the space for both planning action between now and November, and a casual community event.'
7pm to 10pm | The Outhouse · Canonmills & Broughton | FREE - More details here, shared by Democrats Abroad Scotland.
🌍 Moving Minds : If Women Ran the World, Would We Have Solved Climate Change?
Tomorrow, Wed 16 September - 'Moving Minds brings experts into pubs for 40 minute talks whilst you grab a drink. This week, Climate, Energy & Gender Scholar Victoria Plutshack explores gender, climate action, male insecurities and what we can do as the climate crisis intensifies.'
7pm to 9pm | The Three Sisters · Old Town | £12.50 - More details here, shared by Moving Minds.
🌿 Women, Walking: a radical anthology of writing on nature and belonging
Tomorrow, Wed 16 September - 'Kerri Andrews and Harry Josephine Giles discuss a new book on the importance of every kind of walking as a political and creative act of belonging, encouraging us all to get outside, know our surroundings and find our voices.'
7pm to 8pm | Lighthouse - Edinburgh's Radical Bookshop · Old Town | Free or £4 - More details here, shared by a Minute reader.
☕ Open Afternoon Tea
Tomorrow, Wed 16 September - 'All are welcome to drop in for another of our popular Edinburgh u3a socials! Discover how to join Edinburgh u3a for just £10/year and explore 200+ member-led groups, from Album Club to Yoga. Come say hello, grab a coffee, and find out more!'
2pm to 4pm | Fairmilehead Parish Church · Fairmilehead | FREE - More details here, shared by Vikki Kirby, Edinburgh u3a.
🏛️ Edinburgh Local Heritage Network Fair 2026
Thu 17 September - 'Discover Edinburgh's heritage on your doorstep! Drop into Central Library on Thursday 17th Sept (10am-4pm) for the ELHN Fair 2026. Meet 16+ local history groups dedicated to protecting and celebrating our incredible local history and stories.'
10am to 4pm | Edinburgh Central Library · Old Town | FREE - More details here, shared by a Minute reader.
🍜 Cyrenians Singaporean Supper Night
Fri 18 September - 'Ruzita returns to bring you authentic Singaporean cuisine on 18th September from 7-9pm, with proceeds supporting the work of the Cyrenians Cook School.'
7pm to 9pm | Coffee Saints · New Town | £38 - More details here, shared by Cyrenians.
🎶 The Banjo Lounge 4 - Live at The Bowler's Rest
Fri 18 September - 'Local Leith favourites BL4 are back playing live at this lovely music pub with our usual mashup acoustic versions of everything from Old School Hip Hop to Panjabi MC via System of a Down, Beyonce and The Gorillaz'
7.30pm to 10.30pm | The Bowlers Rest · Leith | FREE - More details here, shared by Pat McGarvey, The Banjo Lounge 4.
🎶 Queensferry Folk Festival
Sat 19 September - 'On Saturday 19th September Queensferry Folk Festival welcomes Findley Napier, Wave of the Flood and Magnus Turpie and Friends for an evening show along with a Nigel Gatherer workshop option during the daytime. The Priory, South Queensferry.'
10am to 11pm | Priory Church · South Queensferry - More details here, shared by Andrew Horseman.
🎬 This weekend at Leith Kino: Hour of the Star (1985) and I Love Maria (1988) [Until Sun]
Sat 19 September - 'Join us this weekend at Leith Kino for two under-seen gems: landmark of feminist Brazilian cinema Hour of the Star (1985) and Hong Kong sci-fi martial arts comedy I Love Maria (1988). Saturday at Argonaut Books and Sunday at Leith Depot!'
7pm to 9pm | Argonat Books & Leith Depot · Canonmills & Broughton | 6 - More details here, shared by Leith Kino.
🎬 Spanish Short Film Programme: September's Back - Young Hearts, Strange Worlds
Sat 19 September - 'September's Back: Young Hearts, Strange Worlds brings together seven Spanish short films about young people standing at the edge of change, caught between the worlds they inherit and the ones they dream into existence.'
8.30pm to 10.30pm | North & South Leith Parish Church · Leith | various - More details here, shared by a Minute reader.
🧘♀️ MOVING THROUGH MENOPAUSE
Sun 20 September - 'Menopause beyond hot flushes: a free holistic morning of psychology, yoga, mindfulness, medicine and honest conversation.'
10am to 12pm | Sano Studio · Morningside | FREE - More details here, shared by Clinical Psychology Collective.
🌻 Redbraes Community Garden Open Day 2026
Sun 20 September - 'Come and celebrate Redbraes Community Garden with us on Sunday 20th September 11am - 3.30pm. 11am - 1pm Garden skill share workshops 2pm - 3.30pm Live music, kids treasure hunt, stalls, food, fresh produce & more'
11am to 3.30pm | Redbraes Community Garden · Canonmills & Broughton | FREE - More details here, shared by Zena Walczynska, Redbraes Community Garden Group.
👗 PRELOVED POP UP FOR MAGGIES
Sun 20 September - 'Love fashion? Want to support a great cause? Come to our amazing preloved sale in Porty all in aid of Maggie's. Vintage, High St, Designer, Homewares.'
12pm to 4pm | Bellfield · Portobello | £0-£30 - More details here, shared by Zoë Berry, LIFE / EDIT.
🎶 Tutti [Every Sunday]
Sun 20 September - 'If you have an instrument and want to play it in a group - come along and let's see what we can create! Perhaps you used to play it, perhaps you've always wanted to play with others...'
2.30pm to 4pm | Stockbridge Parish Church · Stockbridge | FREE - More details here, shared by Clea Friend, Stockbridge Music Hub.
🍂 The Gathering: Honouring the autumn equinox
Sun 20 September - 'Ready to press pause, recharge, and step into the new season feeling completely restored? Celebrate the autumn equinox by slowing down with grounding Yin yoga, a restorative sound bath followed by guided journaling and community connection.'
3pm to 5pm | The Salisbury Centre · Southside | £35 - More details here, shared by a Minute reader.
💃 Belly Dance Taster Class with Bloom Belly Dance
Mon 21 September - 'Try a belly dance taster class for £5! A one-hour introduction to Egyptian-style belly dance in a relaxed, supportive space. No experience needed! Build your confidence and enjoy moving to the music.'
6pm to 7pm | St. Oswald's Centre · Bruntsfield | £5 - More details here, shared by Bloom Belly Dance.
🏋️♀️ JUMP START Pilates 3-week beginners' course [Every Monday]
Mon 21 September - 'Our three-week beginners' course will introduce you to the Reformer, Mat, Tower, and Chair: the full Pilates system. Learn Pilates in a small group of up to eight participants.'
6.45pm to 7.40pm | The Pilates Hub · Leith | £88 - More details here, shared by The Pilates Hub.
🎶 Come and sing with Harmonise Community Choir in Morningside [Every Monday]
Mon 21 September - 'We are friendly community choir meeting Mondays, new term starts 21/9. No auditions and no need to read music, try two taster sessions without commitment. We sing from world folk traditions, the occasional pop song or classical pieces. Come and see!'
7pm to 8.30pm | Columcille Centre · Morningside - More details here, shared by Melanie Whitlock, Harmonise.
🎶 5 string banjo Adult education classes [Every Monday]
Mon 21 September - 'Are you a beginner or know the very basics in the 5-string banjo, finger-picking style? Then this 10 week class is for you! We will be learning chords, finger picking, riffs and tunes. Your own 5 string banjo and banjo finger picks are required.'
7pm to 9pm | St Thomas Of Aquin's R.C. High School · Tollcross | £105/ £53.55/ £21.00 - More details here, shared by a Minute reader.
📚 An Evening with Marlon James - author of Booker Prize-winner A Brief History of Seven Killings
Mon 21 September - 'Praised as "the novel of the decade, if not the century" by the New York Times, we're excited to be hosting the Edinburgh launch of The Disappearers. Come along for a conversation between Marlon James & Edinburgh-based dramaturg Laurence Cook!'
7.30pm to 8.45pm | Assembly Roxy · Old Town - More details here, shared by The Portobello Bookshop.
😊 Welcome Diversity [Until Wed]
Tue 22 September - 'Building relationships and communities we hope you'll find joyous. Learning about yourself and others in 'Oh wow! I had no idea!' ways. Looking at who we are, identities, projections, emotions, where we can rise up and claim pride for ourselves.'
9am to 5pm | North Edinburgh Arts · Muirhouse & Drylaw | £20 / day with lunch - More details here, shared by Stephen Walters.
🫁 Let's Talk about Living with Asthma
Wed 23 September - 'Join NHS and University of Edinburgh researchers to share your experiences of asthma and help shape future research. No research experience needed. £50 voucher, refreshments and travel costs provided. Limited spaces. Contact: swaite@ed.ac.uk'
12pm to 2pm | Duncan Place Community Hub · Leith | FREE - More details here, shared by Sammy Waite, University of Edinburgh and NHS Lothian.
🍽️ Folk Puddings of Ireland and Scotland at The Cookbook Shop
Wed 23 September - 'Join Kate Ryan, author of Blood, Guts and Black Pudding, and Scottish food historian Peter Gilchrist for conversation around the history of blood as food in Ireland and Scotland (sips and tasters included!).'
7pm to 8.30pm | The Cookbook Shop · Canonmills & Broughton | 0.00+ - More details here, shared by Liz Bryson, The Cookbook Shop.
🎹 Organ Recital by David Turner
Wed 23 September - 'Join us for an evening Organ Recital by David Turner to include The Dambuster March (E Coates), Toccata (L Boellmann) and works by Massenet, Bach and others. Refreshments will follow the programme. Entry by donation to Marie Curie.'
7.30pm to 9.30pm | Edinburgh Pentlands Parish Church in Colinton · Colinton | By donation - More details here, shared by Marie Curie.
🎤 Reshape and own your Public Speaking [Until Mon]
Sat 26 September - 'Find your voice, own your performance, and learn to communicate with more confidence, presence and freedom. Use practical, playful and experiential exercises drawn from theatre, performance and communication to help you find what works.'
10am to 5pm | Tribe Porty · Portobello | £480 (plus booking) - More details here, shared by Shauna Macdonald, Find Your Voice.
🎨 Submarine Art School, New Town - Open House
Sat 26 September - 'We'll be displaying work by our students and tutors, and if you're feeling inspired, there will be interactive activities, so you can have a go at making your own masterpiece. Staff will be on hand to show you around and answer your questions.'
10.30am to 12.30pm | Submarine Art School · Stockbridge | FREE - More details here, shared by Christian Arno, Submarine Art School.
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🛠️ Edinburgh Open Workshop x Tinkertown
Sat 26 September - '🔨 Tinkertown! Free drop in making for kids in the Edinburgh Open Workshop yard as part of Doors Open Day. Real tools, real materials, real fun. No booking needed, just turn up and make something! Kids MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times.'
11am to 4pm | Edinburgh Open Workshop · Leith | FREE - More details here, shared by Edinburgh Open Workshop.
🍣 Chef's Table with Harajuku Kitchen
Fri 06 November - 'Join us for an evening of exceptional Japanese cuisine with Harajuku Kitchen at EFDA for a Chefs Table experience. Enjoy a multi-course menu prepared live in front of you with the techniques, flavours and stories behind each creation brought to life.'
7pm to 10.30pm | Edinburgh Food & Drink Academy · New Town | £90 - More details here, shared by Edinburgh Food & Drink Academy.
Remember you can always see all 290+ upcoming local events on TownSpot calendars and maps. Thanks to everyone who shares their things!
👀 The most-visited links from the last newsletter:
- 🍽️ Discover 17 new foodie spots with Ailidh of @plateexpectations.
- 🔊 'Subterranean: Nuclear Bunker' dance music event postponed over emu attack fears.
- 🏠 The history of Maybury Roadhouse and Diner (just sold for £2.9m).
- 🥪 Meet the couple behind Portobello's new deli and sandwich shop Pat's.
- 📸 Photos and videos from weekend Kiltwalk events.
- 💰 Council gets £38.4m loan for Granton housing projects.
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