Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

The Sky is Falling, CCA, until Sun 14 May 2017

the sky is falling

CCA Tue-Sat: 11am-6pm // Sun: 12noon-6pm // Free Preview: Fri 31 March, 7pm-9pm 0141 352 4900 Black Audio Film Collective, Laura Oldfield Ford, Clara Ianni, Dora Mejía and Carol Rhodes The Sky is Falling is an exhibition and event programme that presents disparate visual imaginaries, looking at how we organise ourselves in some of the […]

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UK Green Film Festival at GFT, 6 – 13 May, 2017

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GFT, 12 Rose Street, Glasgow G3 6RB The UK Green Film Festival, a nationwide network of film lovers and green thinkers, happens in cinemas across the UK from 4-11 May, presenting the very best of environmentally themed films from around the world. GFT will present the following films as part of the festival, each with a special guest […]

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Clarion Club May Day Memorial Cycle Ride, Saturday 13 May, 2017

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The May Day Cycle this year takes place on Saturday the 13th of May, leaving from  Clydeside, La Pasionaria Statue, Custom House Quay, Clyde Street at 9am, cycle to Paisley to attend the unveiling of memorial to those who fought in Spain from Renfrewshire..   The International Brigade Memorial Trust unveil a plaque in honour […]

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Jenny T Colgan, Spandex and the City, The Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow 3 June, 2016

jenny t colgan spandex and the city

June 3rd, 3 p.m. Hunterian Art Gallery and Museum, University of Glasgow, University Avenue, G12 8QQ Part of  West End Festival  2 – 25 June, 2017 Spandex in the City is a superpowered love story from the Sunday Times bestselling Jenny T. Colgan, author of Resistance Is Futile and Meet Me at the Cupcake Café. […]

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6th Clydebank Scouts Annual Fundraising Flower Sale, Scout Hall Dalmuir, Saturday 27 May, 2017

6th clydebank scout group fundraising plant sale

Come along and choose from a fabulous selection of colourful flowers and see your garden bloom. The popular annual fundraiser will be hosted by David Voy. Saturday 27 May, 2017 – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Scout Association, BP Memorial Hall, Park Road, Clydebank, G81 3LD Event on Facebook

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Warren Starry Skies and Friends, West End Festival, Cottiers Sunday, 25 June, 2017

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Warren McIntyre plays some new songs at Cottiers Theatre as part of the Glasgow Jazz Festival. The evening will feature a selection of great musicians including Adam Scott, Heather Phillips, Jamie Houston, Jen Lunan McKee and Sophie Pragnell. Special guests are the amazing Berrie Big Band. See a live performance of one of their new […]

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Author’s Evening with Lizzie Eldridge, Waterstones Byres Road, Thursday 15 June, 2017

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Author’s Evening Waterstones Byres Road Thursday 15th June 7.30pm Free Blurb: Lizzie Eldridge is a Scottish writer and performer who’s been living and working in Malta since 2008. She’s the author of 2 published novels: Duende and Vandalism. Vandalism was published in 2015 by Merlin Publishers and last year, it was shortlisted for Best Novel […]

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Sustainable Fashion, Glasgow Science Festival, Sloans Argyle Arcade, 14 June, 2017

Baloon Spot

    Sloans, Argyll Arcade‌ 14th June 12:00-19:00 All ages Drop in Although the fashion industry has been slow to acknowledge sustainability, it is a core theme of the teaching and research at Glasgow Caledonian University. Consider the future of sustainable fashion with a day-long exhibition of the Glasgow Caledonian University graduation fashion collections.   […]

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Shell Meets Bone, Glasgow Science Festival, University of Glasgow, June, 2017

Geology Spot

‌University of Glasgow, Hunterian Museum 8th-11th June, 13th – 18th June Tues to Sat 10.00-17:00, Sun 11.00-16:00 All ages Free Drop in In this unique exhibition, artist Rachel Duckhouse and biominerals expert Prof Maggie Cusack explore the beautiful nano-patterns of mother of pearl shell and their link to University of Glasgow research into human bone […]

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Tea Dance, Kelvin Hall, 21 May, 2017

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An afternoon of Foxtrots, Quicksteps, Waltzes and even the Glasgow Jive! A fantastic big band experience with That Swing Sensation and a dance instructor present to get everyone on their feet and in the mood for some fun. Tea and biscuits will be served to keep you going through the afternoon. Tickets £5 – call […]

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Mela on your Doorstep, Sighthill and Netherton Glasgow 13 and 14 May, 2017

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Sighthill and Netherton Bringing the beautiful vibrant colourful Mela to you right in the heart of your local community. Preview the party of the summer before the main Mela event on Sunday 2 July 2017 at Kelvingrove Park. Come along with family and friends and try Bhangra and Bollywood dance, sample international cookery, and be inspired by […]

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Whisky Tasting at the Tall Ship with Glengoyne Distillery, Friday 19 May, 2017

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The Tall Ship at Riverside 150 Pointhouse Place Glasgow G3 8RS Contact 0141 357 3699 or info@thetallship.com www.thetallship.com Come along to The Tall Ship for an evening of Whisky Tasting courtesy of the ‘crew’ at Glengoyne Distillery! Featuring treasure hunts for ‘grown-ups’… your prize? Liquid gold! Meet your pirate guide and enjoy an informal treasure […]

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Festival of Museums, Glasgow, 19 – 21 May, 2017

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This year, Scotland’s museums and galleries have their biggest calendar of events ever planned for the Festival of Museums weekend from Friday 19 – Sunday 21 May, with a massive 130 events to choose from all across the country! From little ones to big kids, there’s sure to be something for everyone in our packed programme. Make […]

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Circus Skills Workshop at Kelvin Hall, Festival of Museums, Saturday 20 May, 2017

circus skills workshop

Saturday 20 May 10am-11.15am, 11.30am-12.45pm, 1.30pm-2.45pm, 3pm-4.15pm For ages 5-12 years Roll up roll up for our fun Circus skills workshop!   Did you know that from 1929 Kelvin Hall hosted an annual Circus and carnival?  Come and celebrate our history and heritage with some juggling, plate spinning and even learn to master the diabolo. […]

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Physics Phrenzy, Glasgow Science Festival, 8 June, 2017

physics phrenzy

Physics Phrenzy   DRAM!, Woodlands Rd 8th June 18:30-20:00 18+ Free Book online In this fast-paced ‘speed science’ social, Scotland’s up-and-coming physicists will compete to enthral and inspire you with their fascinating research stories. Prizes and pride are at stake in this informal and friendly event! Hosted by the Scottish Universities Physics Alliance. Dram, 232 […]

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Creating Engineers School Pupils Challenge 2017, Glasgow Science Festival

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Glasgow Science Festival – ‘Creating Engineers Challenge 2017’ Glasgow Science Festival is pleased to announce ‘Creating Engineers Challenge 2017’. This annual competition is a chance for pupils in the West of Scotland to apply their construction skills and imagination to various engineering based challenges, competing to become the champions. How to enter the contest Resources and […]

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Terry Neason Band, Cottiers Theatre, 1 and 2 June, 2017

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Terry Neason Band – Country, Folk ‘n’ Blues Performance Date: 2 Jun 2017 – 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm Cottiers Theatre, 93-95 Hyndland St, Glasgow G11 5PU Tickets £19.50 (Ticket Price inc. ticket admin fee which will display at the checkout) (fee applicable to all tickets, including tickets bought in person or bought on the […]

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Silent Running, GFT, 7 May, 2017

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This screening will be introduced by Professor Roger Downie, a biologist at Glasgow University who is an active member of Friends of the Earth and of Glasgow Natural History Society. In the near future, Earth’s flora and fauna has been rendered extinct on the surface. The last remnants of nature are kept in spaceships away from the planet. […]

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West End Festival 2017, Oran Mor, All Dayer, 18 June, 2017

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Òran Mór’s West End Festival All Dayer is back for a 6th year on Sunday 18th June 2017! Once again there will be 14 Scottish acts playing over 3 stages, all within Òran Mór. Acts include: PAWS / Neon Waltz / Kid Canaveral / HQFU / The Miss’s / Roseanne Reid / Flew The Arrow […]

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Plug, Annual Showcase of Student Compositions, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 7 – 12 May, 2017

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Switch on for Plug composing showcase Highlights at Plug From the Master of the Queen’s Music to the next generation of composers, the Plug festival returns to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland for 2017 to showcase new works from the pen of high-profile and emerging talent. The Royal Conservatoire’s annual festival of student compositions runs […]

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Fail Better, Filthy Spy Pigs Party at McChuills, 11 May, 2017

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Grab your finest baton and get downl… McChuills, 40 High Street, G1 1 NL JUANA ADCOCK BETH MCLEISH LODDZILLA MARK MCKEOWN FUTUROLOGY JOHN FOSTER SUICIDAL BABY WHALES ABI NORMAL MARK RICHARDSON plus a set from TERROR at the AFTER PARTY As always it’s FREE ENTRY and all moneies are going to: www.crowdjustice.com/case/undercover-policing-scotland/ Event on Facebook […]

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Drumchapel Tennis Club, Open Day, Saturday 13 May, 2017

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Free Tennis Tasters at Drumchapel Tennis Club, Old Drumchapel Open day to the public on Sat 13th May 1-5pm The afternoon is open to everyone to attend for a fun, family day out as part of Great British Tennis Weekend. Games, competitions and refreshments. Event on Facebook Drumchapel Tennis Club 90 Garscadden Road, G15 6QQ

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Glasgow Contemporary Art Fair, Old Fruitmarket, 29 and 30 April, 2017

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The third Glasgow Contemporary Art Fair will take place from the 29th – 30th April 2017 at the Merchant City’s Old Fruitmarket. This weekend brings together one of the UK’s best range of high quality art including paintings prints sculpture and photography with prices from £50 to around £10,000. Old Fruitmarket, Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1NQ […]

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GZF Don’t Blink – Robert Frank (Scottish Premiere), CCA Sat 29 & 30 April 2017

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CCA Sat 29 April 2017 7.30pm (doors 7pm), £7 + £1 booking fee, Cinema N/C 15+ / F-Rated Book online / 0141 352 4900 Glasgow Zine Fest 2017 Sat 29 April — Sun 30 April 2017 Glasgow Zine Fest are pleased to present the Scottish Premiere of Laura Israel’s critically acclaimed documentary on the legendary […]

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GZF Don’t Blink – Robert Frank (Scottish Premiere), CCA Sat 29 April 2017

GZF Don't Blink - Robert Frank

Sat 29 April 2017 7.30pm (doors 7pm), £7 + £1 booking fee, Cinema N/C 15+ / F-Rated Book online / 0141 352 4900 Related CCA Events Glasgow Zine Fest 2017 Sat 29 April — Sun 30 April 2017 Glasgow Zine Fest are pleased to present the Scottish Premiere of Laura Israel’s critically acclaimed documentary on […]

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GZF The Punk Singer, CCA, Sun 30 April 2017

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GZF The Punk Singer CCA Sun 30 April 2017 7.30pm (doors 7pm), £5 + £1 booking fee, Cinema 15+ / F-Rated Book online / 0141 352 4900 Related CCA Events Glasgow Zine Fest 2017 Sat 29 April — Sun 30 April 2017 Glasgow Zine Fest are pleased to present Sini Anderson’s ‘The Punk Singer’ Kathleen […]

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Glasgow Open House Arts Festival, 28 April – 1 May, 2017

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Back for their third festival Glasgow Open House Festival 2017 is on Friday 28th April – 1st May Truly outstanding programme including artists of all stages in their careers- from Marvin Gaye Chetwynd to GSA students. Connecting DIY projects throughout the city in homes and other spaces via a map and catalogue which are available […]

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Hidden Lane Saturdays, Open Day every Saturday 6 May – 30 September, 2017

hidden lane saturdays 6 may - 30 sept

FREE! Every Saturday 6 May – 50 September, 2017 from 12 – 5 p.m. Over a dozen shops, studios and the Hidden Lane Tearoom West End Festival Saturdays 3rd and 24 June, with prizes, contest, treats, fizz and much more! Free entry – bring the kids  Full details Participants include: Shona Jewellery Fabulous unique designs […]

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Sunday Sessions at Siempre Bicycle Cafe, Partick, Glasgow

Last Sunday of every month Siempre Bicycle Cafe, 162 Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G11 6XE Mark and Traffic Cone Records  bring you local phenomenal talent.  Check out previous gigs: Siempre Sunday Sessions and watch out for special nights with free food and specialty acts. Gigs are free and monthly updates will be posted in advance. Miss […]

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Woodlands Community Garden, 7th Anniversary Party, 23 April, 2017

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Woodlands Community Garden is 7 years old! Join Woodlands Community Garden staff and volunteers  in the garden on Sunday April 23rd from 2-4pm for our family friendly celebration. Food, Music, Games, Photo Exhibition Bring cake or something veggie for the barbecue to share. Coincides with our monthly community clean up Free Event, but donations welcome.

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