Volume 1 Issue 2

April—June 2013 What’s On 25palmerstonplace.com The Sir Centre American TV Medium, Here!

Special points of interest: For first time in Edinburgh!  James Van Praagh & James Van Praagh is an He is making his first visit to World Class Course. Spaces filling fast! American author, producer Edinburgh in July when he will and television personality conduct a 3 day workshop and  Arthur Conan Doyle Centre becomes as well as a clairvoyant and deliver a demonstration of International Festival Fringe Venue! spiritual medium. He has mediumship together with British Medium, Tony Stock-  Art and Creative Writing Classes written numerous books, well. available now! including the Tony Stockwell is also an  Musical Evening with Alastair Savage Times bestseller ‘Talking to playing the fiddle accompanied by Heaven’ and appeared in accomplished author and TV music from China! the movies ‘The Moses Personality in his own right— Code’ and ‘The Shadow he has had four of his own TV Together, they make a series—The Detective, Effect’. formidable team and offer a Street Psychic, Psychic School unique opportunity for those and Psychic Academy. As well who are serious about as numerous guest appear- developing their mediumship ances on other well-known to learn from not one, but two shows, he writes regular of the world’s best Mediums! columns for the magazines, See page 5 for details of the Inside this issue: ‘ & Destiny’, ‘Chat’ and ‘ & Spirit’. Workshop and Demonstration. See both these World-class Mediums up close and personal, A message from The Chairman 2 when they demonstrate their skills here! Saturday, 20th July, at 7.30pm Tickets on sale Now! £20 What’s On Weekly 3

Develop your Mediumship 4 Ciarán O’Keefe from TV’s Edinburgh Assoc of Spiritualists 6 Monthly Message A date for your diary! Tuesday, 4th June, when Ciarán O’Keefe, from TV’s Most Haunted series will be here, at The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre Art Classes 8 to give a talk on, ‘An exciting journey of , , and Creative Writing blood!’ The talk is called, ‘The Weird and the wonderful’ and tickets are on sale Music—two new concerts! 11 Tuesday Talks now, as we expect a sell-out crowd for this exciting speaker! To book call, 0131 625 0700. Tickets are only £5, so they will sell fast! Therapies by Donation 12 Check out our other Tuesday Talks on the first Tuesday of the month— see page 9 for details Page 2 What’s On

A Message from The Chairman This, is only the second of our We want to be a resource for popular musician Alastair What’s On Brochures and in the whole community—and we Savage from the BBC producing this publication we welcome people of all Symphony Orchestra; and we hope to get it to those who religions, and none, to come have just been accepted as a would not normally visit a and enjoy our magnificent Venue for the Festival Fringe! . So I want building, and perhaps partake If you haven’t yet visited us, to take this opportunity to of some of the activities we check out our Tuesday Talks, explain to our new readers a have on offer. As such, we we have a number of excellent little of what we do here. have activities in the building speakers lined up, or try out that are conducive to our aims our holistic therapies for a We are a Spiritual Centre, and of looking after the mind, body donation of only £10! as well as providing a beautiful and spirit— this brochure Sanctuary for our Spiritualist Above all, come and see us, brings you information on just Church, we aim to provide we welcome you to our some of them. facilities for the physical, Centre—we hope to see you mental, emotional and New for this Quarter, we have soon at 25 Palmerston Place, Ann Treherne Chairman of The Palmerston Trust spiritual well-being of Society, Creative Writing; Art Classes; or visit our website at: as a whole. an exciting new concert by the Www.25palmerstonplace.com

For the Mind For the Body For the Spirit:

 A Centre for The Arts  Yoga  Religious Services “We aim to  Art on display  Tai Chi  Spiritual Development provide facilities  Meditation  Spiritual Healing  Art for sale for the physical,  Mindfulness/Oneness  Private Sittings  Art Classes/workshops mental, emotional  Massage  Bi- Therapy and spiritual well-  Social events  Holistic Therapies  being of Society”  Musical Concerts   Demonstrations of Mediumship  Talks/Lectures   Classes/Workshops   Our Library  Spiritual Counselling  Herbalism  Psychic Research &  Weddings, Funerals & Investigations  Shiatsu, and more! Naming Services

Private Sittings - available everyday!

The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle There are many different types  Psychic, “Private Sittings Centre offers Private Sittings of Private Sittings available. for members of the public with See the list opposite to choose  Spiritual, available with a range of Spiritual Mediums the one that best suits you: - Fiona Stewart- affiliated to the Centre and  Aura Camera also with those visiting Tutors Sitting are usually for 30 mins Williams who are conducting Courses duration and cost £35.  Aura soma, On Thursday, at the Centre. Aura Camera Readings cost  , £40, due to the cost of the film 23rd May. Sittings are available daily at a required.  Communication time to suit you – just ring the Book now!” Gift Certificates are available  Spiritual Assessment. Centre for an appointment for those who wish to give a Tel: 0131 625 0700 gift of a Private Sitting. Page 3 What’s On

What’s on Weekly

Day Time Class/Event Contact Details:

Sunday 11.00 Divine Service of Worship All Welcome

12.45 Healing Service All Welcome. No charge but donations gratefully received.

Monday 17.45 Pregnancy Yoga aditiyogacentre.com Tel: 0131 343 3334

18.00 Kundalini Yoga AquarianYoga.co.uk Tel: 07789 510193

19.00 Hatha Yoga : aditiyogacentre.com Tel: 0131 343 3334

19.30 Psychic Awareness Class All Welcome. [email protected] Tel: 07967 402590

Tuesday 12.30 Hatha Yoga Beginners aditiyogacentre.com Tel: 0131 343 3334

14.00 Baby Yoga aditiyogacentre.com Tel: 0131 343 3334

14.30 Trance Class with Frances Ryan Closed Class. By invitation only. Names taken for next class.

14.30 Group Meditation with Jane Hill To book your place Tel: 01875 835233

16.00 Kids Easter Drawing Club (starts 9th April) [email protected] Tel: 07956 059483

17.45 Hatha Yoga aditiyogacentre.com Tel: 0131 343 3334

19.15 Hatha Yoga Beginners aditiyogacentre.com Tel: 0131 343 3334

19.30 Mediumship Development www.ewanairvine.moonfruit.com

19.30 Mediumship Development [email protected] Tel:

Wednesday 10.00 Art of Drawing on the Right (starts 24th April) [email protected] Tel: 07846 021 675

18.00 Hatha Yoga Beginners aditiyogacentre.com Tel: 0131 343 3334

18.00 Group Meditation Development www.ilovefgt.com Tel: 0131 337 1890

18.30 Spiritual Healing All welcome. No charge, but donations gratefully received.

18.30 Developing Drawing on the Right (24th April) [email protected] Tel: 07846 021 675

18.45 Brahma Kumaris Meditation [email protected]

19.00 Beginners Meditation www.ilovefgt.com Tel: 0131 337 1890

19.15 Pregnancy Yoga aditiyogacentre.com Tel: 0131 343 3334

19.30 Demonstration of Mediumship All Welcome. Entry Fee £3 at the door.

19.30 Mediumship Development Group (Closed Class. By Invitation Only)

20.00 Lotus Light Meditation www.ilovefgt.com Tel: 0131 337 1890

Thursday 14.00 Public Open Circle—All welcome Starts 4th April. Entry £3 at the door. All Welcome.

17.00 White Eagle Lodge Ranald Godfrey, Tel: 0131 441 7923

18.00 Kundalini Yoga AquarianYoga.co.uk Tel: 07789 510193

18.45 Tai Chi and Gong Anne-Claire Nusillard [email protected] Tel: 07740 564 940

18.30 Art of Drawing on the Right (starts 25th April) [email protected] Tel: 07846 021 675

18.45 Brahma Kumaris Meditation [email protected]

19.30 Spiritual Development Class Jinty Dumble [email protected] Tel: 0131 538 1025 What’s On Page 4

Modern Mediumship Masterclass with Eamonn Downie 27&28 April

Mediumship is ever evolving in harmony with eternal , therefore the accessing, presenting and phenomena of this craft evolves too, in order that we meet the desire of spirit and the spiritual needs of the public too. This weekend workshop will specifically focus on your own individual training/practitioner requirements to strengthen your skill base, as well as empower your self-confidence to align you with the power and beauty of contemporary mediumship phenomena. If you’ve been seeking instruction to be an exponent of quality mediumship, book now as places are limited.

Filling Fast—Book your place now! Tel: 0131 625 0700 Price: £100 inc lunches.

Perfecting the Message with Thelma Francis 2, 9, 23, 30 April

Again, by popular demand, Thelma has returned to The Centre with her very successful, Mediumship Masterclass. She has entitled this session, Perfecting The Message, and these blocks of classes are designed for those Mediums who are conducting Private Sittings, and who are demonstrating on the platform. The first session in February focused on Private Sittings. This second session, in April, is on Demonstrating and the third session in October will pull all these elements together. The April sessions are of 4 evening classes between 7pm—9pm, and the last session in October is of 6 weeks duration. The cost of the April session is £10 per night, or £30 per block of 4 when purchased in advance. The last session of 6 classes is £10 per night or £50 for the block. Places are strictly limited, so book early to reserve your place. Tel: 0131 625 0700 Dates: April: 2,9,23,30 and Oct: 1,8,15,22,29 and 5Nov (Tuesdays)

Tarot Workshop 11 & 12 May with Thelma Francis

 Have you always been fascinated with the Tarot Cards but have never managed to find time to learn?

 Why not come along to this Tarot Weekend Workshop and let Thelma Francis help you learn, and understand, the ancient art of Tarot Reading.

Numbers of the course are limited, so please phone early to book and secure your place. Tel: 0131 625 0700 Sat & Sun 10am—5pm. Price includes lunch. Price: £85 Please bring your Tarot Cards with you.

Afternoon Open Circle All Welcome Thursdays at 2.00pm

Every Thursday, starting from 4th April, The Centre will host an Afternoon Open Circle. All are welcome to come and practise their own mediumship or just to come and receive ‘a message’ from the other participants. This gives everyone the opportunity to Demonstrate their own Mediumship in a supportive environment—we hope you’ll be able to join us. (This demonstration will be non-denominational) The circle will start at 2.00pm, Cost: £3 at the door. The Mystery of Revealed with Fiona Stewart-Williams 25th May

The ancient art of palm reading, also called palmistry or chiromancy, dates back thousands of years. Irish Psychic and Medium Fiona Stewart Williams will share with you at this one day seminar the secret legacy from your soul which is etched upon the palms of your hands. For within the intricate lines of your hands lies the story of who you are, your past, the present and the potential for your future. Sat 25 May 10am—5pm Cost: £35 To Book Call: 0131 625 0700 What’s On Page 5

For the first time in Edinburgh, The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre is proud to present: James Van Praagh & Tony Stockwell

Americas most respected Medium’ James Van Praagh joins Tony Stockwell for what promises to be a sensational experience in expanding and deepening your link with the other world. This really is an exceptional opportunity for those serious about their own mediumistic development to gain knowledge and inspiration from two of the globes most renowned and prolific workers. James has enjoyed huge TV acclaim for his show ‘Beyond’ which has allowed him to travel to many counties sharing his gift with many thousands of people. Tony and James plan to take those attending this seminar through many well thought out exercises that they hope will take each person to a new level of understand with their own mediumship.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Deposit:£65 deposit required at time of booking.

 Schedule: WORLD CLASS MEDIUMSHIP  Fri 19th Jul - 10:00am to 5:00pm Workshop: 19—21 July  Sat 20th Jul - 10:00am to 5:00pm James Van Praagh & Tony Stockwell  Sun 21st Jul - 10:00am to 4:00pm  Tutors:  James Van Praagh Demonstration of Mediumship Sat, 20th July 7.30pm  Tony Stockwell Price: £20 Tickets on sale NOW! Course Fee: £265.00

Intensive Practical Mediumship with Paul Jacob 6 & & July

Paul Jacobs was tutored by Gordon Higginson who was not just President of his local church but also President of the Spiritualists' National Union, Principle of the College and one of the finest all round mediums of the 20th century. Gordon became a personal friend and mentor teaching Paul to not only recognise but also to unfold his latent mediumistic gifts. Paul's first public demonstration came in 1990 after 7 years of intensive development under the guidance of Gordon and Martin Young. Paul has an enviable reputation as an international teaching medium. His work has taken him to Finland, Sweden, Switzerland, Italy, Holland, Germany and the USA. Paul's main interest today is the training of tomorrows mediums. To this end he has set up his own school for mediums, this is based in Amsterdam, Holland, but he is here, at The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre for a weekend course. This course will be practical and informative and will help you to put enthusiasm and confidence back into your mediumship. Sat & Sun, 6 & & July, 10am—5pm Cost: £85 inc lunch. To Book Call: 0131 625 0700 Demonstration of Mediumship Friday, 5 July, 7.30pm £10 Book Now!

One Day Workshop with Medium, Chris Drew 15th June

Unlock Your Potential: A Mediumistic and Psychic Workshop with Chris Drew CSNU The day will be a hardworking but fun day, where you will get support and guidance with your Medium- ship. The day will focus on developing a much closer link with the Spirit World and improving your evidence, as well as looking at the importance of the Psychic ability within your work. This workshop is suitable for all levels.

Sat 15th June 10am—5pm Cost: £45 to include lunch To Book Call: 0131 625 0700 Edinburgh Association of Spiritualists, 25 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh EH12 5AP Tel: 0131 625 0700 Monthly Message

Monthly Edition: April - June 2013

Monthly Speakers’ Programme Join our group Detailed below is a list of our scheduled speakers booked and share your thoughts to take our meetings during the months of April, May & June 2013: with our community April Facebook group: Edinburgh Association of Spiritualists Wednesday Meeting at 7.30pm Sunday Service at 11am Like: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre Befriend: Edinburgh Spiritualists 3rd - Angela McInnes OSNU (Blackpool) 7th - Alan Welsh (Larkhall)

10th - Paula Rowe (Tranent) 14th - Healing Service

17th - Jayne Brown (Dundee) 21st - June Field (Dundee)

24th - Ricky Martin (Glasgow) 28th - Yvonne Craig (Port Seton)

All Welcome! All Welcome!

May

Wednesday Meeting at 7.30pm Sunday Service at 11am

5th - Induction into Full Membership 1st - Church Mediums Service

8th - TBC 12th - Helen Cuthill (Dundee)

15th - Lauren Robertson (Glasgow) 19th - Gallacher (Saltcoats)

22nd - Fiona Stewart-Williams CSNU 26th - Fiona Stewart - Williams CSNU (Belfast) (Belfast) 29th - Minister Judith Seaman All Welcome! (Wakefield)

June Why not become a Wednesday Meeting at 7.30pm Sunday Service at 11am Member of the Church?

2nd - Jacqueline McConachie (Ayr) Annual Subscription is £15. 5th - Francis Ryan (Edinburgh) 9th - Minister Bill Thomson (Glasgow)

12th - Chris Drew () 16th - Chris Drew (London) If you are interested in finding out more about 19th - Paula Rowe (Tranent) 23rd - Lorraine Barr (Glenrothes) becoming a member, 26th - Tom Johnstone (Beith) 30th - Ewan Irvine CSNU (Edinburgh) please ask a steward for details! Keep up to date with what’s on by logging onto: www.edinburghspiritualists.com

Come and join us and find out more about our work and mission! Forthcoming events...

This spring the Association will be welcoming Chris Drew from Weekly Programme London (chrisdrew.org) who will be visiting Edinburgh for the first time. Chris will be with us in June when he will be demonstrating Sunday 11am his mediumship, available for private sittings and teaching a one Family Service day workshop on developing your mediumship on Saturday 15 June. Charge: £45. Healing Services: To book, please email [email protected] or call Sunday at 12.45pm & 0131 625 0700. Wednesday at 6.30pm

Reminder for Wednesday 7.30pm Church Healers: Demonstration of Minister Kathryn Mediumship Grundy will be conducting our Healer Training on 11-12 June. All Welcome!

Help us raise funds for the SNU Water Aid Appeal 2013. All donations gratefully received!

Find out more about how you can join the world wide community of Spiritualists www.snu.org.uk

Your Committee is keen that Induction into Full Membership Service our services reach further than just those who attend our weekly As part of the celebrations of our Spiritualist functions and services. ‘Community’ month in May, we are holding a special service on Sunday 5 May at 11am Catering to the spiritual needs of where we will formally invite some associate our community is one we take very seriously. members into full membership.

This is a special service of celebration and one If you know a member or friend of the Association who would benefit where we hope you will join us! from a home visit or call then please let us know. New Members welcomed into Membership in January 2012

Can you help? For more details about the work of Edinburgh We are always looking for members or friends who can Association of Spiritualists volunteers their skills to help develop the work of the visit our website! Association. You can also sign up to our If you think your skills or experience can be of use to us, then email messaging service to we would be delighted to hear from you. be kept up to date with what’s on throughout Simply email us on : [email protected] or speak the year. to a steward next time you visit.

www.edinburghspiritualists.com ... promoting throughout Edinburgh & the Lothians! What’s On Page 8

As part of our aim to provide space for The Arts, The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre is delighted to be able to offer Art Classes from two of Art our resident Artists, Sally-Ann Johns and Jennifer Rose Bruce.

Sally-Ann Johns studied at Gray’s School of Art in Aberdeen graduating in 1999 with a 2:1 Honours Degree and in 2000 with a Post Graduate Diploma. In 2007 she completed a Masters at Edinburgh College of Art and she now works from her studio here, at The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre, Palmerston Place, in the West End. Sally-Ann (pictured left) sells her distinctive work world wide and this year will be exhibiting in New York and Hong Kong amongst other places. Her practice continues to expand and shortly she is to begin offering art classes for adults and children from her Edinburgh studio.

Kids Classes Adults Classes Art classes for keen drawers and budding artists aged This is a beginners and improvers art class with an informal and 8-12 years old. Come to the studio of a professional artist. friendly atmosphere. Sharpen your drawing and painting skills, learn new techniques and work with different medium. Have fun while you learn. £65 for a 10 week course every Tuesday 4 - 5pm £65 for a 10 week course Classes begin 9th April Every Tuesday 2.30 - 3.30pm Booking is essential as places are limited Classes begin 9th April Kids Easter Drawing Club www.sallyannjohns.com 10am till noon Some materials will be provided for all classes. April 2nd and 4th £15.00 per session For more information and to book all classes, call 0795 6059483 or Book early email [email protected]

jennifer-rose-bruce.blogspot.com

Jen (pictured right) studied at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art (1998 - 2002), gaining a First Class Degree in Jewellery and Metalwork, and has completed a foundation course in Art Therapy. Selected exhibitions include The Artist Book Group (Patriothall Gallery, Edinburgh, forthcoming 2012), Paint. Print. Page (McNaughtan's Bookshop, Edinburgh, 2011), Society of Scottish Art- ists (Edinburgh, 2011),Visual Arts Scotland (Edinburgh, 2011), Small and By Leaves We Live (Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh, 2010), and Hidden Door Festival (Roxy Art House, Edin- burgh, 2010). Jen lives and works in Edinburgh and has a studio in The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre, at 25 Palmerston Place, and once again, we are pleased that Jennifer will be offering her popular Art Workshops here, in The Centre.

The Art of Drawing on the Right Wednesdays 10am - 12.30pm Inspired by the book Drawing on the 24 April - 26 June 2013 Right Side of the Brain by Betty £135 for 10 week block (includes materials) Edwards, The Art of Drawing on the Right is suitable for absolute beginners Thursdays 6.30pm - 8.30pm and improvers, while Developing 25 April - 18 July 2013 (no class 11 July) Drawing on the Right is for those with some experience who wish to £135 for 12 week block (includes materials) experiment with materials, subject matter and processes. Developing Drawing on the Right Drawing can be a way to help you to relax, develop concentration and enjoy Wednesdays 6.30pm - 8.30pm seeing the world in a new way.

24 April - 10 July 2013 To book a place email [email protected] £135 for 12 week block (includes materials) or call/text 07846 021675 What’s On Page 9

The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre is pleased to welcome Sophie Cooke and Douglas Dougan from Skriva Writing School. Creative Writing They will be running a series of courses from The Centre .

Douglas Dougan is an award-winning screenwriter and producer. He tutors Skriva's Screenwriting courses, which begin on April 16th in Skriva's workshop space on the third floor of the Centre, with afternoon and evening weekly sessions available. The course is open to writers at all levels of experience and costs £120 for each 6-week block. Doug set up the Screenwriting programme at the University of Edinburgh and has over ten years' experience teaching Screenwriting and Film; he is currently Lead Practitioner for Moving Image Education in Scotland. Doug runs his own production company, Fluid Eye, and has won a Scottish BAFTA and the BBC Three Film Award. For more information and course bookings, please visit the website at www.skrivawriting.com, or call Skriva on 07905 206 285.

Sophie Cooke is an award-winning novelist, poet, and short story writer. She is the Director of Skriva Writing School and she tutors Skriva's Novel Writing courses her- self. These begin on April 18th in Skriva's workshop space on the third floor of the Centre, with morning and evening weekly sessions available. The course is open to writers at all levels of experience and costs £120 for each 6-week block. Sophie has previously taught Creative Writing with various universities including the University of Edinburgh and the Open University, and with community writing groups. Her novels The Glass House and Under The Mountain are published by Random House in the UK, Australia, Canada, South Africa, and New Zealand. For more information and course bookings, please visit the website at www.skrivawriting.com, or call Skriva on 07905 206 285. Art for Sale—Direct from the Artist

Picture (right): Oil Painting by Annie Broadly sold re- cently to private buyer.

Picture left: Private Viewing Evening of our last Art Exhibi- tion.

Picture left: Artist, Alex Harrison with two of his oils paintings showing Scottish Seascapes. (2 paintings sold recently to private buyers). Picture near right: Pastel Portrait by Danny Son and far right— his subject! Page 10 What’s On

Edinburgh Society for Psychical Research

The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre has it’s own Psychical Research & Investigation Unit which is headed up by Archie Lawrie; who, as well as being an accomplished author of a number of books on the subject, is also Vice President of the SSPR (opposite). As well as carrying out investigations into the , Archie conducts his own monthly lecture programme at The Centre to which all are welcome. If you are experiencing strange happenings, or are disturbed by things that go bump in the night—then give us a call. Archie will be pleased to speak to you, and investigate, where appropriate. Contact Archie : [email protected] or call The Centre: 0131 625 0700 Tuesday Talk: 23th April “People, Knowing People, Knowing People …..” 7.15pm Spirit-beings that I’ve been introduced to by other spirit-beings (e.g. Little Henry, Albert Jackson, Mrs Milligan, ‘Devidas’, ‘The Roman Lady’) A lecture by Mr. A. Lawrie. £3 at the door. Music

As a Spiritual Centre, we aim to provide facilities for the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of Society. We want to be a resource for the whole community—and as such, we have activities in the building that are conducive to our aims - hence our provision of Art, Creative Writing and also Music. The building was previously the music school for St Mary’s Cathedral and we were keen to re-introduce music into the building. As announced in last Quarters What’s On, The Centre has appointed Terry Johns, the accomplished musician and composer, as its Artistic Adviser and more recently we enjoyed another concert by Scottish Fiddler, Alastair Savage and Euan Drysdale (below). The Alastair Savage Band And now, we can announce that The Centre has been registered as a venue for 'Scotland meets China' The Edinburgh International Festival Fringe! 10th May, 7.30pm Alastair Savage will be conducting his ‘Scots Fiddle

Melody and History Concert’ in The Fringe but, A unique combination between Chinese music on the bamboo flute and before that, he’ll be putting on a special concert on accordion, accompanied by the Scottish Fiddle. Friday, 10th May, called, ‘Scotland meets China’! Eddie, and Alastair will play a collection of Scottish music together and Xian will join in to bring the Chinese influence. This should be a really good night and not to be missed! Eddie McGuire- flute and bamboo flute Xian Shan - Accordion Alastair Savage- fiddle Tickets on Sale Now! Price: £12. To Book Call: 0131 625 0700

Picture left: 'Alastair Savage, Scots fiddle melody and history' Alastair Savage & At The Fringe! Euan Drysdale at The Sir Arthur Friday 23rd, Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th August. Conan Doyle Centre following Ticket prices £12. their Concert to From fringe box office and from The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre. celebrate Burns All evenings start at 7.30pm and last approx 1 hour. Night. Page 11 What’s On

The Scottish Society for Psychical Research Investigating the Paranormal in Scotland The Scottish Society for Psychical Research is the largest organisation dedicated to studying the Paranormal in Scotland. They have an excellent lecture programme attracting world-class speakers on paranormal topics. In association with The SSPR, The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre is proud to present our own lecture programme in Edinburgh which is open to the public to enjoy. If you have an interest in the serious and scientific investigation of the paranormal—this is not to be missed! Details of the speakers and lectures, below. Tickets are priced at only £5!

Things that go Bump in the Mind: The Psychology of Apparitional Experiences. Tuesday, 2nd April, at 7.30pm

A founder member of the Koestler Unit, Dr has taught and researched parapsychology at the University of Edinburgh for 25 years.

She has published over 50 peer-reviewed academic papers, served as president of the Parapsychologi- cal Association, and has presented her research at conferences both within the UK and abroad. She has often presented her work to the wider public through the broadcast and print media. Tonight she will talk about the psychology of ghostly experiences Dr Caroline Watt, Koestler Unit, University of Edinburgh

‘I cast thee out’ - Possession and ! Tuesday, 7th May, 7.30pm

Brian Allan is the editor of Paranormal Magazine and sub-editor of Phenomena magazine. He is a lifelong researcher into the mysteries and contradictions posed by paranor- mal phenomena and has devoted his life to seeking answers to some of these anomalies. In this powerful presentation based on his new book ‘I Cast Thee Out’, Brian reveals the results of his research into possession and exorcism (including a personal encounter) and shows how these two frequently terrifying enigmas, continue in various guises to the present day. This presentation contains material that may change how you see the world around you! Briain Allan Tuesday 7th May at 7.30pm Tickets: £5

Coming soon! Ciarán O’Keefe from TV’s Most Haunted Tuesday, 4th June The Weird & the Wonderful" An exciting journey of psychics, ghosts, exorcisms and miracle blood!

Ciarán O'Keeffe, psychologist specialising in parapsychology and forensic psychology at Bucks New Univer- sity. He has held a research associate position at the University of Toulouse II - Le Mirail and also an online tutor position at Derby University. Previously employed at Liverpool Hope University, lecturing in psychology with a parapsychology component, O'Keeffe is a member of the Society for Psychical Research and a senior advisor to The Club. He completed his PhD at the University of Hertfordshire under the supervision of and Julia Buckroyd. Best known as resident parapsychologist and paranormal investigator on TV’s Most Haunted series. Coming to The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre on Tuesday, 4th June at 7.30pm The Weird & the Wonderful" [An exciting journey of psychics, ghosts, exorcisms and miracle blood!]

All Welcome www.25PalmerstonPlace.com Tel: 0131 625 0700 All Talks only £5, at the door. The Tuesday Talks will cease for the Summer and will re-commence in October—watch this space!

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The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Here’s some of the therapies we have available: Centre has always been home  Acupuncture to a number of private Thera- pists who have hired private  Reflexology rooms to consult their clients.  Aromatherapy  Massage The Centre now aims to put  Reiki itself firmly on the map as a  Indian head massage provider of holistic therapies by  EFT offering therapies by donation. Therapies by Donation *  Daoyin Tao In doing this, we aim to provide  Bach Flower Remedies Available from Monday—Thursday 10am—4pm. therapies for all. So now every- *Minimum Donation £10 one can afford to come and  Psychology enjoy some of the benefits  Homeopathy To Book Call: 0131 625 0700  Hopi Ear Candle, etc afforded by the various *Some Therapies are only available by Private Appointment. therapies on offer.  Spiritual Counseling.

Private Room Hire We have a number of rooms available for private hire, either by the hour, or for longer periods. So, whether you’re thinking of starting your own class, doing private therapies or indeed planning your wedding or party, we’ve got a room to suit you. Private consulting rooms available for hire by the hour from £10 per hour. Discounts available for longer hire periods.

Catering available. Two of our Call us, and we’ll be happy to show you round our remarkable building. Therapy Rooms

The Sanctuary

Helen Duncan Room

The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre Is operated by The Palmerston Trust How to Find Us: Registered Charity in Scotland: SCO42492 By train from Haymarket Station, turn right when exiting the station and walk towards Company Registration No. SC402435 Princes Street, along West Maitland Street. The second Street on the left is The Palmerston Trust Palmerston Place—we are just beyond the Cathedral. 25 Palmerston Place By Bus: Lothian Region Buses No.s 3, 4, 12, 25, 26, 31, 33, 44, 48 as well as the Edinburgh EH12 5AP Airlink Bus from Edinburgh Airport. All stop in the region of Haymarket/West Mait- Phone: 0131 625 0700 land Street. www.25palmerstonplace.com E-mail: [email protected] Please check with Lothianbuses.com for changes due to the Tram Works.