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Pat ByrneI 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. Email me details if you would like me to promote your event..

The World Is Ours, International Migrants Day,The Hidden Gardens, Sunday 18 December, 2016

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‘The World Is Ours’ A fireside gathering on International Migrants Day Sunday 18 December 3-5pm 25 Albert Drive, Glasgow G41 2PE Celebrating the contribution of migrants across the world & remembering those who have lost their lives making their journey to safety On International Migrants Day 2016, Scotland’s sanctuary gardens dedicated to peace host a […]

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Graeme Macrae Burnet at Creative Conversations, University of Glasgow, 12 December, 2016

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I always enjoy Creative Conversations and when I can I head along to the University of Glasgow Chapel to catch Louise Welsh in conversation with a talented writer included in the programme.  The event this week with Graeme Macrae Burnet was a particular highlight attracting a large crowd with other writers in the audience. These […]

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Sonnet Youth, The Drygate, 21 December, 2016

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Drygate, 85 Drygate Street, G4 OUT 21 December, 2016 –  7 p.m. Naturally, this month’s Sonnet Youth is an Xmas special with a wee post SY knees-up until midnight! Tunage will come from Christopher Kelly + Lovejoy and the words will come from; Janette Ayachi Declan Welsh Victoria McNulty – Poetry Daniel Piper Anna Crow […]

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Snow White, The Glad Cafe 21 and 22 December, 2016

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The Magic Mirror declares Snow White to be the fairest of them all. This does not go down at all well with the Wicked Queen, Snow White’s wicked stepmother. Yes, she’s wicked, sooooo wicked…What will happen to Snow White? Will the handsome Prince win her hand or will his mother put a spanner in the […]

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The Stand Comedy Club, Christmas Specials 2016

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It’s time to get in the Christmas spirit. Forget wearing paper hats and eating over-priced turkey – instead go along and get some Christmas cheer from the very best comics from the UK and beyond. With Fred MacAulay, Susie McCabe, Ray Bradshaw, Jamie MacDonald and host Billy Kirkwood Groups – please call 0141 212 3389 […]

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Misadventures and the Cinnamon Girls, Sikorski Polish Club, Friday 16 December, 2016

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Last minute gig announcement! This Friday (16th December) Cinnamon Girls and Misadventures are joining forces to help banish the 2016 blues and get y’all in the festive mood. Playing in the wonderful Polish Club on Kelvingrove Park. £3 on the door and proceeds go to a good cause. First band on 8.15pm, curfew 10pm. Hope […]

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It’s A Wonderful Life, Live Radio Play at OranMor, 13 and 14 December, 2016

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Back by popular demand, for the fifth year in a row. The story of the most inspirational film of all time. The heart-warming American family classic. It’s a Wonderful Life is brought to the stage in a Live Radio Play. Performed as a 1940s live radio broadcast in front of a studio audience. Six actors […]

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The Nutcracker, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Wednesday 4th January, 2017

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Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet return to the UK following a triumphant premiere season in England. On the back of a hugely successful premiere tour earlier this year Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet makes its return to the UK for a 2016-2017 season This exciting, youthful and talented company will showcase a spectacular new version of The […]

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Milngavie Makers Market, Saturday, 17 December, 2016

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The weekend before Christmas, join us for last minute Christmas shopping at the Milngavie Makers Market! Saturday 17 December from 11am-4pm at the Milngavie Town Hall. Milngavie Town Hall 71 Station Rd Milngavie, Glasgow G62 8BZ (across the street from the Milngavie train station) Look out for Janet and John  Event on Facebook To apply […]

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Life, Animated GFT, 9 – 11 December, 2016

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Life, Animated 9 – 11 December, 2016 GFT In his early years, autistic child Owen Suskind would only engage with Disney films. One day his father had the idea to communicate with him using dialogue from Aladdin and remarkably Owen replied with words from the film. From there, the family used Disney films as a […]

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Baltic Film Society The Golden Horse, CCA Sun 11 December 2016

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CCA Sun 11 December 2016 3pm, £6 (£4) + £1 booking fee, Cinema All ages Book online / 0141 352 4900 Related CCA Events Baltic Film Society Eiger Sat 12 November 2016 The animated film is based on a play The Golden Horse, by Latvian poet Rainis. The story is about how Black Mother, an […]

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Sunder Cinema Deep Red and GORTA, CCA Sat 10 December 2016

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CCA Sat 10 December 2016 7.45pm, £5 + £1 booking fee, Cinema 18+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Sunder Cinema Presents Deep Red and GORTA Deep Red, directed by the maestro Dario Argento, is considered not only one of his finest pieces of work, but regarded as one of the greatest Giallo films of […]

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The Commitments, Theatre Royal 12 – 30 December, 2016

  Scottish Premiere Theatre Royal, Glasgow    Brian Gilligan as Deco, Andrew Linnie as Jimmy Rabbitte and Kevin Kennedy as Jimmy’s Da                                                                                                                                                     12 – 30 December, 2016 Extra matinee 27 December   “The Commitments is the musical we’ve been waiting for. So good, our critic almost weeps” The Sunday Times ★★★★★   “This hugely […]

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Glasgow Local Food Network Winter Gathering and Ceilidh 20 January, 2017

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Fred Paton Centre, 19 Carrington St, Glasgow G4 9AJ 20 January, 2016 A winter get together to eat, dance and celebrate the fantastic work of Glasgow Local Food Network with local food projects across the city. Hosted by Woodlands Community Garden at their base the Fred Paton Centre, with food curated by Urban Roots and […]

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The Lions of Lisbon, The Tron, 28 and 29 January, 2017

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  The Lions of Lisbon 28 and 29 January, 2016 The Tron Celebrating 50 years since Celtic’s immortal victory that saw them become the first British team to win the European Cup.  Willy Maley and Ian Auld’s hit play The Lions of Lisbon is revived here as a rehearsed reading with music, directed by Martin […]

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Who Belongs To Glasgow by Mary Edward, Book Launch, Waterstones Byres Road, Monday 12 December, 2016

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Luath Press is pleased to invite you to the launch of Who belongs to Glasgow? by Mary Edward GLASGOW 7.30–9pm, Monday 12 December 2016 Waterstones, 348-358 Byres Road, Glasgow G12 8AP All welcome. Admission free. Reserve your place A landmark study of Glasgow now thoroughly revised and updated with a new chapter, this timely publication […]

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Festive Finnieston, The Hidden Lane and The Hive, Saturday 10 December, 2016

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Start the festive season at The Hidden Lane and The Hive! 1103 Argyle Street, G3 8MD – 11.30 p.m. 7.30 p.m. Full details: www.thehiddenlaneglasgow.com/festive-finnieston Dozens of open studios! Jewellery! Vintage, refurbished & upcycled furniture! Upholstery! Driftwood mirrors, frames, clocks & chalkboards! Painting, drawings, prints, photographs & cards! Gift certificates! Craft Beer! Artisan chocolate! Hot drinks, […]

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Joyous Choir at Oxfam Bookshop Byres Road, Saturday 17 December, 2016

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Saturday 17th December, 2016 – 3.30 p.m. A performance by Joyous Choir. This community choir is part of the Maryhill Integration Network and is made up of women from all over the world who have come to live in Glasgow. Oxfam Bookshop is looking forward to welcoming them, hearing their songs and helping them to […]

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Aye Write presents Peter May, Partick Burgh Hall, 18 January, 2017

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18th Jan 2017  •  6:30PM – 7:30PM    Partick Burgh Hall, 9 Burgh Hall St, Glasgow G11 5LW Peter May is the million-selling author of the Lewis trilogy, the China thrillers and the Enzo Files, of which Cast Iron is both the latest and final instalment Join Peter May as his discusses his new thriller Cast […]

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Cancer Support Scotland Christmas Fayre, Gartnavel, 8 December, 2016

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  Looking for some unique Christmas gift ideas? Well look no further! Christmas Fayre on Thursday 8 December from 5pm – 8pm at the Cancer Support Scotland Centre. Judith Ralston will be switching on our Christmas tree lights and Jordanhill School Choir will be singing a few Christmas Carols to help everyone get into the festive spirit. […]

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Have Yourself A Literary Christmas, CCA Tuesday 20 December, 2016

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With Host, Linda Jackson It’s that time of year again and Scottish Writers Centre  will be rocking their Christmas Party with live music and readings from Members and Host, Linda Jackson. Seeking submissions from eight new and emerging writers to read their work at the party.  Submissions will be accepted at info@scottishwriterscentre.org.uk with ‘Literary Christmas’ […]

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Chamber Music in the Round, The Drake Bar, 7 December, 2016

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Final Concert of 2016 – featuring a delight of the Christmas season – Corelli’s “Christmas Concerto”. 1 Lynedoch Street, Glasgow G3 6EF Musicians play “in the round’ so you are very close to the music making in true “Chamber Music” style. Sibelius: Andante Festivo Beethoven String Quartet Op 18 No 4 in C minor Shostakovich […]

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Christmas Market Fayre, St Luke’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral Saturday 10th December, 2016

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St Luke’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral Dundonald Rd, Glasgow G12 9LL, UK Saturday 10th December, 10:00am-3:00pm Traditional Greek cuisine, from tasty savoury dishes to Christmas sweets and much more.  Enjoy either a cup of tea or a cup of Greek coffee while you enjoy a sample of the foods on offer.   www.greekcommunitystluke.scot/home

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Andy Wightman, Creative Conversations, University of Glasgow 5 December, 2016

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5 December, 2016 1 p.m: Andy Wightman  Creative Conversations University Chapel, West Quadrangle, Main Building Gilmorehill Campus, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ ‌Andy Wightman is a writer, researcher, analyst, commentator and activist on issues of land, power, governance, democracy and money.  He studied forestry at Aberdeen University and spent some time working as an […]

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Winter Fair at Galgael, Sunday 4 December, 2016

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Sunday 4 December, 2016 11 a.m.– 3.30 p.m. ‘You’re warmly invited to GalGael’s Winter Fair 2016. Enjoy the special atmosphere at our workshop. We’ll have lots of amazing craft stalls with beautiful handmade gifts. ‘ Come along, bring your family and friends and try some roasted chestnuts, soup, coffee/ tea and delicious homemade cakes. Looking […]

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Super Heroes Christmas Exhibition, ProjectAbility 1 – 15 December, 2016

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ProjectAbility 103 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD Superheroes for sale! Our annual Christmas exhibition of 2016 celebrates the brave, the bold and the magical world of Superheroes! Superman, one of our oldest and most loved superheroes, was created way back in 1933 by two high school students in Ohio. A few years later he acquired his […]

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Fictional Matters Birds & On the choreographic beyond bodies – Screening & Talk, CCA, Sun 4 December 2016

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CCA Sun 4 December 2016 12.30pm, Free but ticketed, Cinema 12+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Related CCA Events Fictional Matters Fri 2 December — Sun 4 December 2016 Inês Bento Coelho Birds, 2016 Screening Birds is a performative film exploring choreography in everyday life. Filmed in an aviary in the Highlands with two […]

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CTL: Woman Tiger, Woman Dover, GFT, 4 December, 2016

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CTL: Woman Tiger, Woman Dove 7 December, 2016 GFT As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of LUX’s historical predecessor – the London Film-Makers’ Co-op – LUX Scotland presents a programme of films dedicated to the women filmmakers of this artist-led, cooperative organisation. Produced against a backdrop of growing feminist consciousness, these works built on […]

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Wild Style GFT 7 December, 2016

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Wild Style 7 December, 2016 GFT Nothing comes close to capturing the early days of hip-hop and graffiti art like Charlie Ahearn’s 1983 cult classic. Starring legendary New York graffiti artist Lee Quinones as Zoro, New York’s hottest new talent, the plot shows how he is straining to balance his personal life with his passion […]

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The War of the Worlds, GFT, 4 December, 2016

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4 December, 2016 GFT The first attempt to bring H.G. Wells’ immortal story of alien invasion to the big screen remains one of the most dazzling pieces of science fiction cinema ever. When an unidentified object crash-lands near the US town of Linda Rosa, the locals are intrigued to find out what it is. However […]

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