TALKS PROGRAMME: The Enduring Appeal of The Tenement
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomGlasgow has long since claimed the tenement as its own, but there are examples of this most durable and desirable of urban housing models across the country, with particularly good tenements up and down the west coast. Join Fiona Sinclair, a conservation architect based in Partick, to hear about the architects, builders, legislation and construction […]
Carlton Kirby’s True Tales Of The Tour De France
Òran Mór 731-735 Great Western RdOn the eve of the 2024 Tour de France, Carlton Kirby, the Voice of cycling, shares tall tales and frank opinions from his 25 years in the commentary box. Carlton will be in conversation with former Procycling magazine writer Duncan Steer. There will be a chance to ask your own questions.
RUYA – Exhibition
Hillhead Library 348 Byres RoadAn exhibition by Sareh Abasi, Syeda Sadaf Anwar, Najat El Bouhali Digoug & Morwenna Kearsley which showcases a collection of portraits and still lifes reflecting on cultural heritage, representation and memories of home. The work was created during a series of workshops, facilitated by Morwenna. The title is primarily a female name of Arabic origin […]
TALKS PROGRAMME: The New Western Campus of Glasgow University
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomGlasgow University's new Western Campus is rapidly expanding with the completion of the James McCune Smith Learning Hub, Clarice Pears building, Advanced Research Centre (ARC) and Adam Smith Business School. These new buildings surround the central open space of St Mungo's Square and the innovative Rain Gardens, which together form an attractive new public pedestrian […]
Close Shave Chorus in Concert
The Watson Auditorium The Glasgow Academy, Colebrooke StreetCome and enjoy an evening of Vocal Harmony with the Multi-Award Winning Close Shave Chorus, and their special guests Tartan Harmony from Helensburgh, at the beautiful Watson Auditorium. An evening of fun, laughter and popular songs, sung in close harmony. Fb: closeshavechorus
Mackintosh Symposium: Heritage Under Threat
Mackintosh Queen's Cross 870 Garscube RoadThis two-day symposium is time critical in drawing awareness to the plight of our beautiful Heritage. Day 1 will cover the current restoration work at Scotland Street School and The Hill House, the uncertain future of the Lighthouse (Glasgow Herald) and Martyrs’ School, plus the ongoing work to rebuild the Mackintosh Building. We will also […]
RUYA – Exhibition
Hillhead Library 348 Byres RoadAn exhibition by Sareh Abasi, Syeda Sadaf Anwar, Najat El Bouhali Digoug & Morwenna Kearsley which showcases a collection of portraits and still lifes reflecting on cultural heritage, representation and memories of home. The work was created during a series of workshops, facilitated by Morwenna. The title is primarily a female name of Arabic origin […]
Nusantara Festival
Glasgow University Union 32 University Avenue, GlasgowThe festival celebrates Indonesia's unique arts, sustainable culinary practices, and eco-tourism destinations. It showcases traditional dances, batik and textile arts, local organic food, and natural beauty. There are five main events at this event: A sustainability seminar, products fair, food bazaar, cultural performance, and workshop. Participants can experience Indonesian culture through workshops, games, and demonstrations. […]
TALKS PROGRAMME: Websters 20 Years On: Challenges of Re-using Churches
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomWebsters Theatre, formerly Lansdowne Parish Church, was an exceptional building needing new life and restoration. It now offers a theatre space seating 182, with a successful community space, and its new name refers to the nationally acclaimed stained glass designer Alf Webster. David Robertson, Director of Four Acres Charitable Trust, examines the typical multiple challenges […]
Mackintosh Symposium: Heritage Under Threat
Mackintosh Queen's Cross 870 Garscube RoadThis two-day symposium is time critical in drawing awareness to the plight of our beautiful Heritage. Day 1 will cover the current restoration work at Scotland Street School and The Hill House, the uncertain future of the Lighthouse (Glasgow Herald) and Martyrs’ School, plus the ongoing work to rebuild the Mackintosh Building. We will also […]
RUYA – Exhibition
Hillhead Library 348 Byres RoadAn exhibition by Sareh Abasi, Syeda Sadaf Anwar, Najat El Bouhali Digoug & Morwenna Kearsley which showcases a collection of portraits and still lifes reflecting on cultural heritage, representation and memories of home. The work was created during a series of workshops, facilitated by Morwenna. The title is primarily a female name of Arabic origin […]
Steve Rothery Band – 45 Year Anniversary
Òran Mór 731-735 Great Western RdSteven Rothery is an English musician who is the original guitarist and the longest continuous member of the progressive rock band Marillion. Outside Marillion, Rothery has recorded two albums as part of the duo The Wishing Tree and an instrumental solo album, The Ghosts of Pripyat, released in September 2014. www.facebook.com/SteveRotheryOfficial
Meandering – Piano Compositions by Rozan Vroman
St. Bride's Church 69 Hyndland RoadFor this solo piano concert, I would like to play you my new piano compositions. I will give short introductions about the pieces, which, being a biologist/neuroscientist, are inspired by science, nature and life, to explain how they came about. Then sit back and let me take you along with the music.
PAINTINGS ON RAILINGS
Railings at Botanic Gardens and Queen Margaret DrivePaintings on Railings is back for WestFest 24! The annual display of local artists showing their fabulous paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale. Please note - weather dependent! To exhibit, please contact Selma on selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (Modest charge to exhibit) Runs: 8th, 9th, 15th 16th, 22nd and 23rd June FROM 10AM
Step into The Arlington baths
Arlington Baths Club 61 Arlington StreetVisit the oldest member-run swimming pool in Europe and see the spectacular Turkish Bath: one of Glasgow’s best-kept secrets! Since opening in 1870 Arlington Baths Club has been a home-from-home for thousands of Glasgow men, women and children who have come to the Baths to swim, exercise and relax. Hear a wealth of stories about […]
RUYA – Exhibition
Hillhead Library 348 Byres RoadAn exhibition by Sareh Abasi, Syeda Sadaf Anwar, Najat El Bouhali Digoug & Morwenna Kearsley which showcases a collection of portraits and still lifes reflecting on cultural heritage, representation and memories of home. The work was created during a series of workshops, facilitated by Morwenna. The title is primarily a female name of Arabic origin […]
GRUFF Three Billy Goats by Banyan Puppet Theatre
Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre 8 - 10 Balcarres AveTrip Trap Trip Trap Trip Trap… Three hungry Billy Goats, two eyes as big as saucers and one rickety - rackety bridge. Watch as this much loved fairy-tale is brought to life through puppetry, storytelling and original live music. Craft activity, colour-in and cut-out puppet and masks kits in our cafe, before and after the […]
Byres Hub Community Day 2024
Byres Community Hub School of Health and Wellbeing, Clarice Pears Building, 90 Byres Road, Glasgow, United KingdomJourney through our escape room-style challenges. Use your natural abilities and some skills you will learn along the way to help staff, students, and volunteers from some of our hub community groups 'Transform Glasgow's Health'. Visitors can drop into Byres Community Hub without booking to view our collaborative exhibitions, take part in art activities and […]
VINICOMBE STREET GALA
Vinicombe Street PiazzaJoin us for the return of the beloved Vinicombe Street Gala. Taking place on the piazza just off Byres Road (opposite Waitrose), you can look forward to an afternoon of live music,circus performers, choirs & community groups. As well as this we will have street theatre, balloon artists, face-painting and lots more. A great wee […]
Lift Others Up
K U D I R K A 22 Cleveden Gardens, GlasgowFirst exhibition at a new artist-led space on Kelvinside, G12. Lift Others Up is a group show of bold colourful paintings by artists Rowena Comrie, Sarah Kudirka and Alison McWhirter who all have a close connection to the West End of Glasgow. Visitors are welcome but must be by appointment from 1-23rd June. Insta: @kudirka_ok
