The Poly
24 Church St, Falmouth : 01326 319461
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society
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Wayward: The Price of Life with Jenny Kleeman
A fascinating discussion with Jenny Kleeman about the people who put a price on our lives, how and why these numbers are calculated, and what this means for our humanity. Part of The Wayward Book Festival 2024.
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Wayward: Blue Machine with Helen Czerski
Join us in conversation with Helen as she discusses the spectacular story of Earth's dynamic ocean and our human relationship with it. Part of The Wayward Book Festival 2024.
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Wayward: Witchcraft with Marion Gibson
In Witchcraft, Marion Gibson delves into the history of the witch trial but also their persevering relevance. Part of The Wayward Book Festival 2024.
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Wayward: Botanical Short Stories, Book Launch
Join Falmouth Bookseller in the bookshop for the launch of Botanical Short Stories, a curated celebration of contemporary writing about plants and flowers.
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Wayward: Pub Quiz *SOLD OUT*
Join us for the Wayward Pub Quiz - a not-entirely-bookish quiz hosted by Above the Bookshop. Part of The Wayward Book Festival 2024.
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Wayward: Song of the Huntress with Lucy Holland
Join us in conversation with Lucy Holland about her powerful new novel and the historical influences behind it. Part of The Wayward Book Festival 2024.
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Wayward: Save Me From The Waves with Jessica Hepburn
An inspirational story of physical and mental endurance which starts on the streets of London and culminates on top of the world, fuelled by song. Part of The Wayward Book Festival 2024.
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Wayward: Weathering with Ruth Allen
An evocative exploration of the lessons the earth can teach us about grounding, resilience and recovery, from a geologist turned pioneering psychotherapist. Part of The Wayward Book Festival 2024.
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Wayward: The Walnut Tree - Women, Violence & the Law
Exploring the 19th- and early 20th Century legal history that influenced the modern-day stances on issues such as domestic abuse, sexual violence and divorce. Part of The Wayward Book Festival 2024.
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The Future Of… Creativity
How do creative processes vary across disciplines, from science to fine art or engineering to music? How have new technologies affected creative processes in the recent past, and how will emerging technologies (such as AI) affect human creativity in the near future? How might technological change affect creative activity, productivity, innovation, social well-being and wealth generation in Falmouth and Cornwall as a whole? Join us for this Panel discussion presented by The Poly's President Prof. Alan Cummings.
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An Evening with Pieter Bruegel by Michael Carver
Pieter Bruegel created some of the best-loved paintings in the world. What do we know about one of the most important personalities in the history of art? Why are his paintings admired everywhere? What makes them recognizable at once?
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Cafe Sci: Bio-Semiotics Part Two
In part two of his exploration of this paradigmatic shift in the life sciences, Robin will be delving deeper into what bio-semiotics all may mean for the ways we can understand ourselves.
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A History of Witchcraft in Cornwall
Pellers, charmers & Cunning Folk – A history of Witchcraft in Cornwall. A talk by Keith Wallis exploring Cornish Witches. Recommedended age rating 16+.
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A History of Witchcraft in Cornwall
Pellers, charmers & Cunning Folk – A history of Witchcraft in Cornwall. A talk by Keith Wallis exploring Cornish Witches. Recommedended age rating 16+.
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Kewbanda – The Cornish in the Caribbean
Kewbanda perform songs from ‘The Cornish in the Caribbean’ project. Sue Appleby, author of The Cornish in The Caribbean, will be avalible for a Q&A.
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Peri-meno...What Now? 2.0 What We Learnt!!
Solo Perimenopause comedy show about fannies, fury, flushes, frivolity and ferociously fabulous females. Age guidence...
Find out moreStarlite Presents: Aladdin JR
The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim,...
Find out moreFalFilmFest: A Short Film Festival
Immerse yourself in the imaginations of Falmouth film and television students and catch a glimpse into the future of UK...
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