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Donegal Diaspora in Scotland

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Donegal County Council are hosting a series of events in Glasgow and Edinburgh on 3rd & 4th October, they are looking for information from the Donegal diaspora based in Scotland. They are gathering photos & memories of Donegal people who worked in Scotland between 1940 & 1990 for a new exhibition in Letterkenny in 2025. […]

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The Arlington Baths Club

Arlington Baths

61 Arlington Street Glasgow, G3 6DT Telephone:0141 332 6021 info@arlingtonbaths.co.uk www.arlingtonbaths.co.uk National Sporting Heritage Day 30 September, 2024 The Arlington reflects on members over the years Since the Arlington Baths Club opened its doors in  1871 thousands of members have enjoyed this wonderful resource – from the  local, to the global! Here are a few […]

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Books at the Botanics

books at botanics

Friday 27  September – Monday 30 September, 2024 Books at the Botanics Weekend Book Fair 10 a.m. till 5.00 p.m. in the Hopkirk Building  (behind the main range), Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Hopkirk Building, 730 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 0UE Card and cash payments accepted www.booksatthebotanics.co.uk Books at the Botanics on Facebook

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Book Launch: Medicine, Money and Murder by Anne Pettigrew

Thursday 3 October, 2024, 7 p.m. Waterstones, 351-355 Byres Rd, Glasgow G12 8AU Medicine, Money and Murder follows two female Glasgow medical students on summer placement in 1971 New Jersey, USA. It is Anne Pettigrew’s fourth literary medical crime novel, a thought-provoking tale of cultural clashes, ethical dilemmas, romance and humour that emphasises how fortunate […]

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The Nancy Smillie Shop – Glasgow West End

53 Cresswell Street, Off Byres Road, Glasgow West End G12 8AE 0141 334 4240 The Nancy Smillie Shop – see the complete collection Nancy Smillie Instagram   Great Range of Lighting at the Nancy Smillie Shop   Treat Yourself at Nancy Smillie’s – Something’s sure to catch your eye!   Scottish Style at Nancy Smillie’s […]

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Creative Conversations: Andrés N. Ordorica

Monday 23 September 2024, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. University of Glasgow  Memorial Chapel, University Avenue, West Quadrangle, Glasgow G12 8QQ Andrés N. Ordorica is a queer Latinx writer based in Edinburgh. Drawing on his family’s immigrant history and third culture upbringing, his writing maps the journey of diaspora and unpacks what it means to […]

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BFI London Film Festival at GFT

BFI Film festival 2024

Wednesday  9 – Monday 21 October, 2024 The 68th BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express is brimming with the world’s best new films, series and immersive storytelling – and everyone is invited. This is your chance to delight in the undiscovered, as all feature films are being shown in the UK for […]

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Wully Davidson: Bus Pass Rambles, Kerrera – Hutcheson’s Monument Walk

View from Kerrara

Last year, I did the southern loop walk on the island of Kerrera, near Oban. I intended doing the smaller northern loop this year, and to combine it with a walk to Hutcheson’s monument at the northern end of the island. Two years ago, Kerrera got its first tarmacked roads, and the northern loop joins […]

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House Plant Market University of Glasgow

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16 – 19 September, 2024, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Outside the Main Building, inside the Memorial Gates on Central Campus, University Avenue, G12 8QQ Jazz up your room or office with some friendly houseplants! There will be over 150 different types of houseplants on offer in varying shapes and sizes at competitive prices along […]

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Monday, September 16, 2024 | Filed under: Community event, Markets, Pat's Home Page Blog, Shopping

Big Band Buble´ at Websters

big band buble

Friday 20 September, 2024 Michael Hastie, Scotland’s number one Michael Bublé tribute, with the record-breaking Scottish Big Band Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation. With mesmerizing performances that capture the essence of Michael Bublé’s timeless music, Big Band Bublé guarantees an unforgettable experience. Get ready to be transported by the smooth, velvety voice and charismatic […]

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Those Pretty Wrongs at Hug and Pint

those pretty wrongs

Wednesday, 18 September, 2024, 7 p.m. Those Pretty Wrongs (featuring Jody Stephens of Big Star) with special guests BMX Bandits (duo set).Tickets £22.20 Hug and Pint, 171 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G4 9AW Event on. Facebook    

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Lismore. September 2024

Helen Rose Outdoors Lismore is an Inner Hebridean island near Oban. The island is approximately 10 miles long by 1 mile wide. The island was called the ‘Great Garden’ because it is relatively low lying, and very green and fertile compared with the mountains of Mull, and on the mainland. It is surrounded by the waters […]

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Friday, August 30, 2024 | Filed under: Helen Rose Hillwalking Diary, Pat's Home Page Blog

Bungalow Cafe: Lunch Menu

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Adjoining Mother India at 28 Westminster Terrace, (Sauchiehall Street) Glasgow G3 7RU Telephone: 0141 221 1663 Bungalow Café Menu – To Sit In or Takeaway  Spicy Tomato Soup with Warm Pitta 3.95  Takeaway: 3.00 Panini and Toastie Chicken Tikka with peppers 7.00 Takeaway: 6.00 Cheese and Tomato 5.50 Takeaway: 4.50 Cheese and Onion 5.50 Takeaway: […]

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Mother India – Glasgow

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Mother India Restaurants Glasgow The Wee Curry Shop has returned to Glasgow’s West End From 23 August, 2024 – You will find the restaurant, serving simple Indian food in a cosy environment, in the cellar at Mother India, 28 Westminster Terrace, Finnieston, G3 7RU. To Book please telephone: 0141 221 1663 (See the menu) Great […]

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The Lansdowne – Mother India West End

The Lansdowne, 7A Lansdowne Crescent, Glasgow G20 6NQ To Book Telephone 0141 334 4653 INDR – Relish the taste of India Book at The Lansdowne  BOOK NOW Or call on 0141 334 4653 Review: The Lansdowne, Pat Byrne TAPAS STYLE DISHES To book a table call us on 0141 334 4653 www.motherindia.co.uk The Lansdowne Mother India  Looking for the perfect […]

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Submissions Open for Glasgow Doors Open Days 2024

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Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival Submissions Now Open! Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is back 16 – 22 September and open for submissions. As they gear up for Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival 2024, they are inviting participants new and old for to join their 35th edition!⁠ ⁠Do you manage an historic or architecturally interesting […]

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Iyengar Yoga for People of Colour, Woodlands Community

lyengar yoga woodlands community

Tuesdays from 20 August, 2024, 6 p.m. – 7.15 p.m.  Woodlands Community 66 Ashley Street, G3 6HW Free Tina Freeland will be teaching Iyengar Yoga classes at Woodlands for People of Colour for the next year. The classes are free to attend and have been generously funded by Iyengar Yoga UK. By supporting these classes, […]

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Old Kilpatrick Art Club

Old Kilpatrick Art Club

Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 August, 2024 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Art Exhibition Ardardan Estate, Cardross G82 5HD

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Govan Footbridge Festival

govan footbridge festival

Saturday 7th September 2024, 10am-8pm Free Govan Footbridge Festival to celebrate new Govan / Partick Bridge opening! The opening of the new Govan Partick Bridge is to be marked with a musical extravaganza in the form of a free one – off festival on Saturday 7th September 2024 hosted by The Glasgow Barons, The Govan […]

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Blair and Sheridan – Unique and Desirable Jewellery Glasgow

dress ring blair and sheridan

417 Great Western Road, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow, G4 9JA 00 44 (0)141 334 0557 www.blairandsheridan.co.uk/ Unique and Desirable Jewellery at Blair and Sheridan Wedding Rings Specially designed for Blair and Sheridan customer. Hinged Rings Bespoke hinge rings at Blair and Sheridan – solving ring wearing problems for arthritis sufferers or people with hand injuries or large […]

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Bob Law: Troon to Irvine Coastal Walk

Ferris Wheel Troon Beach

An enjoyable walk I did recently with a friend was to walk from Troon at low tide along the beach to Irvine and the Magnum Beach Park, then return back via the railway in Irvine two stops down the line to Troon. It’s a flat easy walk of just over 8km or 5 miles and […]

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Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | Filed under: Bob Law: photographer, walker and writer, Pat's Home Page Blog

The Empire Cafe presents Who Owns The Clyde? – Podcast

who owns the clyde

Who owns the Clyde is a three-part citizen investigation into ownership of Glasgow’s iconic River, explored through a kaleidoscope of diverse voices, soundscapes, and poetry. Co-hosts writer Louise Welsh and architect Jude Barber of The Empire Cafe are joined by a range of contributors, as they dive deep into the murky waters of river ownership […]

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People’s Palace Winter Gardens – World Monument Watch 2022

Help Save the People’s Palace Winter Gardens – Friends of People’s Palace Winter Gardens & Glasgow Green (FPPWGG) is seeking application to the World Monument Watch 2022 in order to achieve recognition of the importance of the People’s Palace and Winter Gardens to the people of Glasgow, Scotland and beyond. The iconic People’s Palace & […]

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Helen Rose’s Outdoor Diary: 20th Visit to New York

high rise manhattan

August, 2024 Recently I visited New York on my 20th time there over the last 50 years! There is so much new to see there and so many things to do, regular visits to friends are a great way to catch up and they have always new suggestions oabout places to go. The High Line […]

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Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | Filed under: Helen Rose Hillwalking Diary, Pat's Home Page Blog

Scottish Handmade Crafts, Gifts and Artists at Janet & John Glasgow

heilan coo coaster

Janet & John – promoting Scottish creativity. A haven for Scottish Handmade Crafts Upper Floor De Courcy’s Arcade Cresswell Lane T: 07731 768373Delightful gifts handcrafted by Scottish artisans   Janet & John Website   Always Something New At Janet and John Great Selection of Cards Gifts for Everyone Baby Range at Janet and John janet@janetandjohnscotland.com […]

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All Souled Out, Buffs Club, Whiteinch

buffs club

All Souled Out Friday 2 August, 2024, 8 p.m. Buffs Club Whiteinch (Club is situated behind Jem Carpets,  951 Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G14 9UF) All Souled Out is back at the Buff’s Club Whiteinch for another night of Northern Soul Floor Fillers and Fun! Dancing from 8pm til Late Tickets available at the bar and […]

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Govanhill International Festival and Carnival 2024

govanhill festival

Thursday, 1 – Sunday, 11 August, 2024 Govanhill International 2024 – An Anti-Racist Festival of Creativity, Solidarity, and Liberation The Govanhill International Festival and Carnival 2024 returns for its 8th year, celebrating creativity, solidarity, and liberation. From Thursday, 1st August to Sunday, 11th August, this two-week event features music, talks, walks, films, art exhibitions, and […]

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Friday, July 26, 2024 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Pat's Home Page Blog

Summer Market and Big Truck Event at Riverside Museum

summer market riverside museum

Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 July, 2024,  11 a.m. – 5 p.m. It’s the Riverside Summer Market & their first ever Big Truck Weekend. Handmade wonders and massive vehicles are all happening at the Riverside Museum.  Riverside Museum 100 Pointhouse Rd, Govan, Glasgow G3 8RSFree to attend.

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Thursday, July 25, 2024 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Pat's Home Page Blog

Wully Davidson: Bus Pass Rambles – The Road To Iona

rest and be thankful

Back to Mull I’ve been to the isle of Mull twice, since starting the ramblings in 2019, both times to visit Tobermory. This time, I’d be returning to do a 36 mile trip to Fionnphort, on the extreme southwest of the island, at the end of a long peninsula, called the ‘Ross of Mull’. Fionnphort […]

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