Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

SQIFF Sad Girl Cinema, CCA, Sat 30 September 2017

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Sat 30 September 2017 4.30pm, Free / £1/£3/£5/£7 + £1 booking fee, Theatre 15+ / F-Rated Book online / 0141 352 4900 Sad Girl Cinema is an ongoing documentary film project exploring mental health narratives in screen culture created by queer writers Claire Biddles and Bethany Rose Lamont and designed by Maggie Webster. Sorted into […]

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Brexitannia and Damned Dolls, World of Film International Festival, Websters, Sunday 1 October, 2017

The one and only screening of Brexitannia as part of the fourth World of Film International Festival at Websters. Please note: Websters’ Bar and Bistro now reopened. This is the first documentary on Brexit. Featuring Noam Chomsky, Saskia Sassen, Guy Standing, Nick Srnicek, Heidi Mirza & Federico Campagna. Directed by: Timothy George Kelly Russia / […]

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Libraries Week Glasgow 7 – 14 October, 2017

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With events from 7 – 14 October, find out what your local Glasgow library can offer you. Some Events in Glasgow during Library Week Book Group Day  Saturday 7th October, 1-4pm – Free. Books Groups from across the city are invited for an afternoon of reading celebration with author Louise Welsh The Mitchell Library, North St, […]

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Works Sacred: Works Profane, Malcolm Lochhead, Glasgow Cathedral Festival 2017

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Works Sacred: Works Profane 9 – 21 October, 2017 (closed Sunday, 15 October) Glasgow Cathedral, Castle Street, Glasgow, G4 0QZ Admission free. GCF2017 is delighted to host a major retrospective of the life of renowned textile artist Malcolm Lochhead. First major retrospective into the work of Malcolm Lochhead, world-renowned textile artist and designer. Emeritus Professor […]

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Haunted Cabaret, Ghost Stories, Britannia Panopticon, Saturday 28 October, 2017

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Enjoy Hallowe’en in Glasgow Britannia Panopticon, New Wynd, 117 Trongate, Glasgow  G1 5HD Saturday 28 October, 2017 1.30 p.m. and 3.30 p.m. Admission Free Join the legendary Billy Bones for his latest fun filled Halloween Spooktacular! Almost live from the Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, an hour of frightful fun for all the family. Prize for […]

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Museums at Night, Glasgow, 26, 27 and 28 October, 2017

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Museums at night is back and will take place in Glasgow on 26, 27 & 28 October, 2-17 Explore art, history and heritage after dark with Museums at Night events across Glasgow. Every year, major museums, heritage sites and historic properties open their doors for the biannual nationwide festival. Discover new exhibitions, listen to expert […]

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Invisible, Opening film of WoFF at Websters Theatre, 28 September, 2017

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Part of World of Film International Festival (WoFF) 2017 Invisible, 28 September, 2017 at  7.30 – 9.00 p.m. Directed by Dimitri Athanitis Written by Dimitri Athanitis & Yorgos Markris Greece | 2016 | 84′ With: Yannis Stankoglou, Kora Karvouni, Costas Xikominos When Aris, a 35 year-old worker in a factory gets fired without any warning, […]

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Glasgow Science Festival, University of Glasgow 29 and 30 September, 2017

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Imagineer: engineering-inspired theatre ‘Back in June, we brought together engineers and theatre students for a day of inspiration. Several months and lot of hard work later, this is the result! On Friday 29 September at Gilmorehill G12, theatre-makers ‘The Doing Group’ will debut their engineering-inspired performances at Imagineer. Book your free ticket online. Funded by […]

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Glasgow Science Festival: “Get Out” Cult Horror, Gilmorehill Centre, 29 September, 2017

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“Get Out” Cult Horror, Gilmorehill Centre Enjoy a night at the movies with a difference at the Gilmorehill Centre. A screening of new cult horror “Get Out” (Jordan Peel, 2017) will be followed by a panel discussion on the film and representations of race, gender, disability and sexuality in film. 29 September, 2017 7 – […]

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Broadway Reads the Victorians, Adelaides, 29 September, 2017

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Broadway Reads The Victorians 7.00 – 8.30 p.m. Adelaides, 209 Bath St, Glasgow Metropolitan Area G2 4HZ How do you go from Victorian novel to Broadway musical? ‘We will be ‘Reviewing the Situation’ and invite you to 
‘Attend the Tale of Sweeney Todd’, as we guide you through the ‘Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious’ world of Broadway’s Neo-Victorian musical […]

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Govan Young Documentary, Govan Old Church, 29 September, 2017

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Enjoy the UK Premiere of “Govan Young” Film Friday 29 September, 2017 6 p.m. – 7.20 p.m. An award-winning documentary to be screened in the fantastic setting of Govan Old Church, 866 Govan Rd, Glasgow G51 3UU In the magnificent surroundings of Govan Old Church we will uncover the history of the Kingdom of Strathclyde […]

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Independent Living Scotland & Ability Fest, SEC Glasgow, 4 & 5 October 2017

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10am – 4pm SEC, Exhibition Way, Glasgow Metropolitan Area G3 8YW Scotland’s largest disability lifestyle and independent living event returns to Glasgow, promising to be bigger and better, with a new and improved show format and more than 100 exhibitors. Sally Magnusson, BBC Scotland journalist, author and founder of Playlist for Life, a charity which […]

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Luminate Festival: Autumn Voices with Carl MacDougall plus open mic at Waterstones, 10th October, 2017

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Luminate Festival of Creative Ageing. 1 – 31 October, 2017 Tuesday 10th October, 2017 at 2.15-3.45 pm at Waterstones, Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. Introduction – Robin Lloyd-Jones Carl MacDougall will talk about his recent short story collection, Someone Always Robs the Poor. (20 minutes) Carl MacDougall Carl MacDougall has written three prize-winning novels, four pamphlets and […]

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Havana Glasgow Film Festival, Launch, Oranmor, 28 September, 2017

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Havana Glasgow Film Festival invites you to celebrate the launch of its 2017 program: your passport to Cuba. Enjoy live music, a DJ set, open mic and exclusive insights into the refined and refreshed 4 day program of HGFF ‘17. Get tickets to the best events before they sell out, and get first grabs of […]

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Take One Action 2017, CCA, Fri 15 September — Sun 24 September 2017

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Screenings: £5.50 (£4.50) + £1 booking fee Special events: Free takeoneaction.org.uk / 0141 352 4900 Related CCA Events Take One Action Film Festival Theater of Life Take One Action, Scotland’s global change film festival, returns to Glasgow to bring together filmmakers, artists, campaigners and audience justice. From a US community’s powerful battle cry against police […]

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Scalamara Programme 2017, CCA runs until 23 September 2017

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Scalarama Programme 2017 Until Saturday, 23 September 2017 Scalarama is a DIY celebration of cinema taking place across the UK, showcasing films from all eras, genres and parts of the world. Since 2011, cinemas, film clubs, festivals, organisations and individuals who have a passion for movies have united to celebrate and encourage watching films together. Scalarama […]

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GYFF Opening Gala: Just Charlie, GFT, 22 September, 2017

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Winner of the 2017 audience award at Edinburgh International Film Festival, GYFF 2017 is delighted to open with Rebekah Fortune’s debut feature film, Just Charlie. Charlie’s father lives vicariously through his football prodigy son until Charlie has to make a life changing decision that may tear the family apart. Just Charlie is the story of […]

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New Season’s Listings Launched at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

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(The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland launches a new season of performance with BA Acting students, who star in this year’s festive show, The Jungle Book. From left: Kyle Gardiner, Edward Soper, Caroline Denis, Amy Kennedy and Titana Muthui. Pic copyright: RCS/Julie Howden) Autumn / Winter 2017 Drama, Opera, Music And Festive Family Fun: It’s A […]

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Blue Light Festival, Riverside Museum, 16 and 17 September, 2017

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Riverside Museum, 16 and 17 September, 2017 Nee-Naw! Nee-Naw! The FREE Blue Light Festival at Riverside Museum is back for another year! Enjoy a great family day out where you can Learn more about the work of our emergency services teams by getting up close to emergency vehicles old and new; you can even climb […]

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Dance with Shona, Fundraiser, Whiteinch Community Centre, 21 October, 2017

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In support of mental health awareness 8 p.m. until midnight Saturday, 21 October, 2017 Dance to Paul Taylor (Infinity Parade). Listen to Jim Byrne and Eddie Reid who will lead us in singing the lovely Butterfly song in Shona’s memory Raising awareness for the mental health of our young people. Suggested donation £5. Donated funds […]

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Fairytale Bespoke Vintage Wedding Fair by Bohemia, Kibble Palace, 24 September, 2017

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Kibble Palace, Botanic Gardens, Queen Margaret Drive, Glasgow G12 0UE Sunday 24 September, 2017 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Bohemia is delighted to host a second Bespoke Vintage Wedding Fair at the stunning Kibble Palace Glasgow Botanic Gardens. After the success of the debut fair, you can expect to find more gorgeous, professional, friendly, helpful […]

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Glasgow Doors Open Days: Govanhill Baths, 16 September, 2017

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The last chance to visit this beautiful 100 year old Edwardian bathhouse in its existing state before major refurbishment in 2018/19. Govanhill Baths was closed in 2001 but re-opened by Govanhill Baths Community Trust in 2012. Since then it has been used as a community hub and arts venue. In 2019 the building will re-open […]

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Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival

10th-16th September, 2018   Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival promotes and celebrates Glasgow’s rich architecture and built heritage. The week long programme highlights the city’s wonderful buildings, throwing open the doors to the public. You can also enjoy: walks, talks, tours, exhibitions and a children’s programme. The Festival attracts around 26,000 visitors with more 100 […]

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An Afternoon at Windows in the West, Avril Paton, Mackintosh Festival 2017, Queens Cross Church, 20 October, 2017

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An Afternoon with Windows in the West Mackintosh Queen’s Cross Church Artist Avril Paton as she tells us about the inspiration and process behind two of her most iconic paintings – Windows in the West and the Art School. Refreshments included as well as the opportunity to purchase signed prints. Tickets at Eventbrite Friday 20 […]

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Mackintosh Festival, Glasgow, October, 2017

The sixth annual Mackintosh Festival – celebrating the achievements of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Glasgow’s most famous architect, designer and artist. An extensive programme of events will take place in Glasgow Mackintosh venues with a focus on architecture, design, visual arts and crafts. You can enjoy walks, workshops, exhibitions, performances, talks and events for all ages. […]

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Scottish Queer International Film Festival (SQIFF) – Bridging the Gap, workshop CCA, 6 September, 2017

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Scottish Documentary Institute/SQIFF/LUYD Bridging the Gap: Inspiration Workshop – Glasgow Wed 6 September 2017 5.30pm, Free, please register to attend, Clubroom, CCA All ages 0141 352 4900 SQIFF Film Festival 27 September – 1 October, 2017 Budding documentary filmmakers, join us in Glasgow for a Bridging the Gap Inspiration Workshop! This workshop will explain the aims […]

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Rumman Festival, Cinema CCA and Eid Celebration Project Cafe

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Two Rivers & Ruzbowl Eid Celebration Brunch Sun 3 September 2017 The Project Cafe, 134 Renfrew St, Glasgow G3 6ST 11am, £9 (£6) + £1 booking fee Book online / 0141 352 4900 theprojectcafe.weebly.com/ Rumman Festival On the Banks of Tigris Sat 2 September 2017 Rumman Festival Letters from Baghdad Sat 2 September 2017 Rumman Festival […]

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Pickard’s Picture House, Britannia Panopticon, 30 August, 2017

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And Every Wednesday Do you love movies? Do you have a favourite film that never gets shown on TV or in the cinema? Come along to the world’s oldest surviving music hall, for a weekly celebration of cinema, complete with usherettes, a concession stand, and a bar! Showing classics, cult movies, musicals (complete with sing-alongs […]

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