I have a Jaunt round the Glasgow West End notice boards to see what’s going on in the centre of the universe but I also rely on mailing lists and you getting in touch with your events. The listings are free for charitable organisations – small charge for profit making events. Halloween Dog Disco, 13th Note, 29 October, 2017
29 October, 2017 1 – 6 p.m. It’s back – and this time it’s spooky! get your sewing kits out and start making your costumes, because the 13th Note’s Dog Disco has risen once again for a Halloween special! trick or treats, bobbing for bones and, of course, prizes for the best costume just like […]
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Saturday, October 7, 2017 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Hallowe'en in Glasgow, Kids and young people, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Halloween Movie Drive In, Riverside Museum 29 October, 2017
29 October 2017 Riverside Museum, 100 Pointhouse Place, Glasgow G3 8RS After the success of last year’s event, HalloweenMovie Drive-In is back at Riverside Museum for another exciting event. This year screening family favourite the Original Ghostbusters at 6pm, and creepy classic Scream at 9pm. Thorntonhall Ice Cream and the Street Food Putter Club will […]
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The Beautiful and the Damned, 02 Academy Glasgow, 28 October, 2017
Saturday 28th October 9 p.m. till 3 a.m. O2 Academy Glasgow, 121 Eglinton Street, G5 9NT Say farewell with Club Noir at their last ever Halloween event, The Beautiful and the Damned at O2 Academy Glasgow! As the biggest and longest running burlesque and cabaret club in the world, don’t expect them to go without a bang […]
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| Filed under: Hallowe'en in Glasgow, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Write Time Write Place, Creative Writing Workshop with Samuel Tongue, Paisley Arts Centre, 12 October 2017
Write Time Write Place: using poetry to celebrate your creative moments Paisley Arts Centre, 15 New Street, Paisley PA1 1EZ Thursday 12 October 2017, 6-8pm Part of Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival Join Voluntary Arts Scotland and award-winning poet Sam Tongue for this informal creative writing workshop. Stretch your creative muscles, have fun playing with […]
Harvest Market, Children’s Wood, Glasgow West End 8 October, 2017
Harvest Market, Children’ Wood 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday 8th October, 2017 Crafts, Storytelling, foraging, harvesting, fires and much more The Children’s Wood, Clouston Street/Kelbourne Street, North Kelvinside, G20 8QW Event on Facebook
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Flint and Pitch: Reclaim this Script, Paisley Arts Centre,18 October, 2017
Wednesday, 18 October, 2017 – 7.30 p.m. Paisley Arts Centre, 15 New St, Paisley PA1 1EZ An evening of spoken word, music and provocations, in association with the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival. Flint & Pitch brings together 5 diverse acts to creatively respond to the theme ‘Reclaim This Script.’ Can ‘reclaiming’ slurs bring empowerment? […]
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Dancing in the Dark, OranMor, Launch single SMHAFF 2017
danceSing in the dark live : an evening of entertainment at Oran Mor Sun 8th Oct at 7:30pm – Sun 8th Oct at 11:00pm Òran Mór, Top of Byres Road, G12 Launch of the official charity single for SAMH (Scottish Association of Mental Health) Dancing In The Dark, with Greig Taylor and the danceSing Choir. […]
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Friday, October 6, 2017 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Gig Guide plus Club Events
GRAMNet Film Series Launch: Constance on the Edge, CCA Wed 11 October 2017
6pm, Free (unticketed), Cinema All ages / F-Rated 0141 352 4900 Filmed over 10 years, Constance on the Edge is an unflinchingly honest portrayal of one refugee family’s resettlement story in Australia. Brave, lion-hearted, charismatic Constance, mother of six, confronts her painful past in war torn Sudan, and risks everything in Australia so her family […]
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Almost Heaven, GFT, 7 October, 2017
Seventeen year old Ying Ling is a trainee mortician in one of China’s largest funeral homes. She delicately treats the motionless corpses, terrified of the spirits that might be lurking in the long corridors. Her work is made bearable through the camaraderie of a colleague, but when he leaves Ying Ling is forced to face […]
The Glass Castle, GFT, 6 – 12 October, 2017
Based on Jeannette Walls’ best-selling memoir of the same name, The Glass Castle is a moving story of a deeply troubled but determined woman. Inspired by the joyfully wild nature of her dysfunctional alcoholic father (Woody Harrelson), Jeannette (Brie Larson) finds the fiery determination to carve out a successful life on her own terms. This is a remarkable story of unconditional love and […]
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| Filed under: Cinema, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
35 Shots of Rum, GFT, 7 and 10 October 2017
Claire Denis’ understated 35 Rhums paints an intimate and tender portrait of a widowed father, Lionel, and his young adult daughter Josephine, who live by the train tracks in a Parisian suburb. Their loving relationship is slowly being disrupted by the romantic attentions of two neighbours. When these dynamics stir jealousy and doubt between them, Lionel and Josephine […]
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Glasgow Society of Women Artists at the Lillie Gallery, 7th October – 2nd November 2017
Main exhibition is held in September/October at the Lillie Art Gallery in Milngavie each year when Awards are also presented. The Lillie Gallery Station Road, Milngavie, Glasgow G62 8BZ Link to event details
Thursday, October 5, 2017 | Filed under: Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
New Writings Showcase, Scottish Writers with University of Glasgow, CCA,10 October, 2017
Tuesday 10th October 2017: CCA Club Room at 7:00 pm CCA: Centre for Contemporary Arts, 350 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3JD nEW wRITINGS sHOWCASE with the University of Glasgow It takes passion, talent, and craftsmanship to create art with words as a medium – and Glasgow writers and poets are brimming with all three. Partnered […]
St Andrews Day at Cottiers, Friday 1 December, 2017
Celebrate St Andrew’s Day 2017 in style in the fabulous surroundings of Cottiers Theatre. Kick off the festive season as you mean to continue with great food, great friends and a great night. Enjoy all that is best in Scottish Culture, Food and Drink, with a divine 6 course tasting menu. St Andrews Day Menu […]
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Joan of Arc, Glasgow Cathedral Festival, 9 October, 2017
7.30 p.m. 9 October, 2017, Glasgow Cathedral CARL DREYER’S CLASSIC SILENT FILM WITH LIVE SCORE BY IRENE BUCKLEY With its stunning camerawork and striking compositions, Carl Dreyer’s ‘The Passion of Joan of Arc’ convinced the world that film could be art. An original live score has been composed by the Irish composer Irene Buckley for […]
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Blade Runner 2049, GFT 6 – 10 October, 2017
The much anticipated and long gestating sequel to Ridley Scott’s neo-noir sci-fi masterpiece Blade Runner. Directed by Denis Villeneuve (Arrival, Sicario) and shot by celebrated cinematographer Roger Deakins, Blade Runner 2049 continues and expands the narrative of the original. LAPD Officer K (Ryan Gosling) uncovers a dark secret that could bring an end to humanity. […]
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Armando Ianucci Death of Stalin, Q and A, GFT, 11 October, 2017
Wednesday 1 October, 2017 GFT Director Armando Iannucci to attend post-screening Q&A for The Death of Stalin at GFT GFT are pleased to announce that acclaimed Glaswegian director Armando Iannucci (In The Loop, Veep) will take part in a Q&A following a preview of his new feature, The Death of Stalin, on Wednesday 11 October […]
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Cottiers Weddings Open Day, 15 October, 2017
15 October, 2017 1 – 4 p.m. Cottiers, 93-95 Hyndland St, Glasgow G11 5PU The next in Cottiers series of open evenings and open days for prospective wedding clients will take place this autumn on 15 October, 2017. You’ll have an opportunity to see the beautiful venue, chat to Erin, their wedding co-ordinator, and pick […]
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Soho Cinders, Websters Theatre, 1 – 4 November, 2017
1 – 4 November, 2017 Join Mad Props Theatre and take a journey to the west end of London to Soho, where the edgy, fun and deliciously naughty, Soho Cinders celebrates the capital’s most colourful district. When impoverished student Robbie becomes romantically involved with engaged London Mayoral candidate James Prince, his lap-dancing step-sisters become […]
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Building a Nation, Gaelic Arts at Websters Theatre, 13 and 14 October, 2017
Togail Nàisean Websters Theatre, 416 Great Western Road, Kelvinbridge, G4 9HZ A spoken work and sound performance by Martin O’Conner [See English Below] Tha bàrd a dh’ionnsaich a’ Ghàidhlig, Martin O’Connor, a’ cur Building a Nation air àrd-ùrlar le cainnt is fuaim. Tha dualchas Albais gnìomhachais Ghlaschu gu domhainn ann fhèin, is tha e a’ […]
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Black History Month Glasgow October 2017 – Slavery and Abolition George Square
Walk and Talk with Dr Michael Morris Glasgow’s George Square was laid out in 1781 and the statues, erected between 1819 and 1902, are designed to celebrate scientists, writers, miltary figures, politicians and royals. But these sculptures and monuments largely tell a sanitised story of Empire – whether a clean story of trade from the […]
Wednesday, October 4, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Black History Month 2017 – Symposium Glasgow Caledonian University, 10 October, 2017
10 October, 2017 4 p.m. – 6.25 p.m. As part of Glasgow Caledonian University’s commitment to equality and diversity – commemorating Black History Month with a Black History Month Symposium. Guest speakers will discuss a range of topics including: Promoting diversity in education Overcoming racism in society Black and minority ethnic people in politics Life […]
CinemaAttic Catalan Short Films + Meditteranean Party 5 and 6 October 2017
CCA Fri 6 October 2017 7.30pm (doors 7pm), £5 (£4) + £1 booking fee, Cinema 15+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Cinemaattic is well known for being a platform for counter culture and independent film. Strong Short Film advocates, this retrospective into Catalan Films won’t be an exception. Even less so when, for two consecutive […]
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Loving Vincent, GFT, 13– 19 October, 2017
The world’s first fully painted feature film uniquely explores one of art’s great mysteries: the life and controversial death of Vincent van Gogh. Beginning a year after his demise, we witness a series of interviews conducted by Armand Roulin – a regular model for the artist – who becomes obsessed with van Gogh’s death, caused by a bullet […]
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A Synchronology: the contemporary and other times, Hunterian Art Gallery, 27 October 2017 – 28 January 2018
Simon Starling, Pictures for an Exhibition 2013-2014 #12 of 36 Constantin Brancusi, Endless Column (1918), Adam & Eve (1916–21), Bird in Space (1926), Three Penguins (1911–12), Socrates (1922) (left to right). New Hunterian exhibition explores time, in collaboration with The Common Guild A Synchronology: the contemporary and other times 27 October 2017 – 28 January […]
ProjectAbility Spooky Film Night, 26 October, 2017
Spooky Film Night is coming up in a few weeks! Put your scariest costume on, and come along for an evening of fright and laughter! ProjectAbility will be screening the zombie comedy Shaun of the Dead, and will have their annual pumpkin carving competition, as well as a raffle. £10 per ticket, including pizza, a […]
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Indepen-dance, creative movement for people with disabilities and their carers
Opportunities for Inclusive Dance Every week Indepen-dance runs creative movement classes for people with disabilities and their carers. The classes are conducted in a safe and appropriate environment and are designed to be fun, creative and accessible to all with a focus on improvisation and moving together. These classes are for members only. How to become a […]
Alasdair Gray at Creative Conversations review by Pat Byrne, October 2017
I had a great time at Creative Conversations yesterday. Some days the West End is the perfect place to be: Alasdair Gray in the University Chapel. What more could you ask for. Alasdair began by explaining to a crowded university chapel that he was going to read a long poem called ‘Humanitad’, which he had […]
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Tuesday, October 3, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events
Torch Light Parade 2017, St Andrew’s Day Glasgow
Saint Andrews Day – Thursday 30th November 2017 Come along and be part of a special event to mark Scotland’s Patron Saint Day with a spectacular community torchlight parade through the west end of Glasgow. Buy a torch and join the procession as it moves through the west end, accompanied by pipe bands, musicians and […]
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Mackintosh Club, Helensburgh, Mackintosh Festival 2017
The Mackintosh Club Helensburgh ‘A Threaded Story‘ will be exhibited during the Mackintosh Festival 1-31st October 2017 A one off collection of textiles from around the globe including exquisite Japanese Kimonos. ‘A Rather Remarkable Evening’ A Japanese Tea Ceremony will take place on Thursday 5th October at 7.30pm , Geisha Girls,Tea,Traditional Treats and Sake. Please contact nicola@mackintosh.club for reservations […]
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