National Library of Scotland

Open Book

  • Dates and times
    9 March 2026, 10:15AM to 11:15AM
  • Type
    Reading
  • Location
    George IV Bridge
  • Price
    Free
A group of people sitting around a table reading books.

Occurs every Monday.

We'll be reading stories and poems aloud and talking about them. There's no need to read or prepare anything in advance. The Open Book Lead Readers will help guide a discussion about the texts and chosen themes.

Everyone is welcome to this drop-in event. Please ask for Lynn or Helen (Open Book) at the reception desk when you arrive.

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