The John Rae Society AGM will be held on Wednesday, November 16th at 7.00 p.m.
John Rae Society AGM
Advances in Understanding Motor Neurone Disease
“The early detection of disease could be a critical missing step in our attempts to cure this disease” Dr Jenna Gregory of the University of Aberdeen
Re-creating An Islamic Glass Vessel Discovered At Caerlaverock Castle
Tiny sherds of glass unearthed at Caerlaverock Castle, Dumfriesshire, way back in the 1990s have inspired people to imagine what the amazing Islamic vessel that they came from would have looked like.
A 10,000 year old Baby Carrier
More than 70 small, pierced shell beads and four big, pierced shell pendants, were most likely sewn into a piece of leather, wrapped around the baby for her burial.
Delve into Colonial Office Records and find out about Marcus Garvey & others #BlackHistory
What was the Colonial Office? And what can these documents tell us about the experiences of people living under British rule?
The Boy with Nails for Eyes
Shaun Gardiner will be treating the audience to a full read-through of his graphic novel incorporating animated sequences, sound effects and music.
9% Excess Deaths #Covid Weekly Update
Of the 52 deaths which involved Covid – in 39 Covid was the underlying cause.
“65% of older people plan to use less heating this winter”
“millions of older people are wondering if they will be abandoned by the government and left with unaffordable energy bills and freezing homes next year. ” John Palmer, Independent Age
From Food to Fork: Supporting A Just Transition
“Rising fertiliser costs, variable markets and unpredictable weather patterns all add to the pressures faced by farmers. ” Dr Lorna Cole Food & Footprint Service SAC Consulting
Wear It Pink : Breast Cancer Awareness
Today, 20th of October is ‘Wear It Pink’ day to raise awareness about Breast Cancer.
