Monthly evening meetings, usually Fridays.

'Our lectures take place ... on the third Friday of the month from October to May at 7.30 pm and during the summer we generally arrange at least one outing to a place of scientific or technological interest ... Our meetings are open to the public.'

'An exciting hub for the promotion of scientific research, discussion, and learning ... The title of our Society may sound slightly misleading when you consider the more modern definition of the word ‘philosophy’, but it is in fact the oldest scientific society in Cambridge ... It became a Body Corporate by virtue of a Charter granted by King William IV in 1832.'

'CSES brings together engineers, technologists and scientists in Chelmsford and the surrounding areas, providing a social and professional network for this large and important group of people. We deliver an exciting and varied programme of events for our members. This includes regular lectures, friendly social and networking events and an entertaining annual dinner. We welcome professionals from recently-graduated to retired, and those who have a general interest in the sciences, engineering and technology.'

'The Society arranges a programme of ten lectures per year for its membership of local scientists, technologists and engineers. The speakers are drawn mainly from Universities and Research Councils, but also from Industry and Government. The Society attempts to arrange lectures on a wide range of subjects, covering as many disciplines as possible each year.'

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How it works:

'You come, mix and mingle with people with different interests. We start with an informal talk from the speaker introducing the topic. A short break allows glasses to be refilled before the beginning of a lively session of general disussion. Everyone will have the opportunity to ask questions! Also, a game related to the topic of the talk is proposed, in order to have fun and win Cosy prizes.'

'All meetings are held ... at 7.15 pm on the second Tuesday in the month, unless stated otherwise. Non Members are very welcome to come along.'

'All meetings are on Thursdays at 8.15 pm. Coffee and biscuits will be available during the evening for a small charge ... Members of the public are invited.'

'Regular meetings (notionally once per calendar month between October and March inclusive) will be held whence lectures/demonstrations will be presented. Accordingly, the Society will invite guest speakers in topics relevant to the aims of the Society. Lectures/demonstrations will, as far as is practical, be aimed at the widest possible spectrum of pre knowledge of the topic presented.'

Monthly evening meetings.

Occasional lectures within busy programme of events: 'We welcome all amateurs and beginners! - and also hope there will be plenty to interest the more advanced microscopist. So if you are interested in the microscope or microscopy why not think of joining us?'

Meetings 'monthly at 8pm on Wednesdays ... Visitors are welcome at all our meetings'.

'The society exists to further the interest in science within the community by providing a forum for talks, lectures, discussions and courses on science topics. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in science ... Non-members may attend society events upon payment of a nominal event fee. The Society meets ... on the first Wednesday of the Month at 7.30 pm.'

The YPS offers activities and an annual lecture series to stimulate interest in and improve public understanding of natural sciences and social sciences: Archaeology, Astronomy, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Conservation, Earth Science, Ecology, Economics, Education, Engineering, Geography, Geology, History, Life Science, Medicine, Natural History, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Technology, Zoology ... You can discover more about all these subjects and more in a friendly, welcoming environment with the opportunity to meet others with similar interests.'