East Pollokshields Fun Day - 26th August 2012

The second fun family event taking in Pollokshields this weekend is the annual East Pollokshields Funday which is happening on Sunday 26th August 2012 from 1pm-5pm. The event will take place in the East Pollokshield Quad. There will be Cricket Tasters, Face painting, Music. 

With the New Victoria Allotments open day on he Saturday and both Locavore and Urban roots taking part with the Fun day the Southside Gardening fun knows no bounds. That's not even taking into account the Ready Steady Grow or South Seeds. Hmm I think a post about allotments and all the great gardening projects happenings in teh Southside might be required.

More information about the Fun Day is available on the East Pollokshields Quad Facebook page.

New Victoria Allotments - 25th August 2012

Another one of the Southside's nicest events is taking place this weekend.

Behind a little brick wall off Albert Drive, through a little green door there hides the wonderfully beautiful New Victoria Gardens where on Saturday 25 August you can visit for £1 and see all the lovely plants, flowers and vegetables grown by local residents. Their home baking is pretty amazing too.

The New Victoria Allotments were built in the 1870's on land owned by the Stiling Maxwell estate (They are the family that lived in Pollokhouse) and apparently is the oldest allotment in Scotland. There are trophies given for the best flowers & produce and these themselves date as far back to 1922.

Now run by Glasgow City Council, the gardeners working away there are a great mix of local residents, from young families to pensioners. There is a really good atmosphere on the open days and with the weather looking to hold out (fingers crossed) everything should be looking in fine bloom.

You can get a little sneak into what to expect from the below video by local resident Droomvoodoo.

FURTHER READING
History - Glasgow Allotments Heritage project
(They are looking for help in collating the history of Glasgow's Allotments so if you have memories drop them an email or visit their Facebook page.)

History - Pollokshields Heritage

Ten days in Summer - Queens Park Railway Club

Just spotted this series of event happening at Queens Park Railway Club this summer. Queens Park Railway Club is an artist run space located on the platform of Queens Park Railway Station which I think was first set up to show work as part of the Glasgow International. The website shows that they are now planning a continuous programme of events so we will get in touch with the organisers Patrick Jameson and Leanne Hopper to find out more.

This summer show has invited four artists (Urara Tsuchiya, Douglas Laing, Alec Makenzie, Cheryl Field) to each host a show there for ten days. It started on 4 August so the first persons series of work "Special Summer Club 2012" finishes tomorrow but the series runs until 12 September so plently of time to check it out. Below is the programme for this series. One thing to note, the first person's work is noted as Over 18 only, so watc

An exhibition on a railway station, sounds fun and a good way to spend such a sunny day as today. (Then maybe a spot of bowls in Queens Park?)

Queens Park Railway Club
Queens Park Train Station
492 Victoria Road
GlasgowG42 8PQ 

East Pollokshields Quad Annual Fun Day

The annual East Pollokshields Fun Day will be taking place on Sunday 26th August 2012. The event will take place in the East Pollokshield's Quad. There will be Cricket Tasters, Face painting, Music. Locavore and Urban roots will be attending and lots of circus fun. More information is available on the East Pollokshields Quad facebook page

Glad Cafe Launch Party

On Friday 17th August  the Glad Cafe will be opening the doors of their new venue. They’ve got the Say Award shortlisted Conquering Animal Sound,  who just announced this week that their new album will be released by the legendary Scottish label Chemikal Underground at the beginning of next year! They’ll be joined by The One Ensemble  and Jonnie Common.

On Saturday night the launch party continues with The Guardian’s First Album Award winner of 2012 Rustie playing a Southside homecoming DJ set,  Supported by the magnificent Ben Butler & Mousepad and the weird and wonderful Cru Servers

Tickets can be purchased for both events here

For more information on the Glad Cafe Click Here
The Glad Cafe, 1006a Pollokshaws Road, Shawlands, Glasgow, United Kingdom

Albert Drive Sewing Club

Jennie Lööf and Hilary Nicoll from Albert Drive Studios invite you to join with them in their new adventure. The Albert Drive Sewing Club is for everyone with a passion for sewing and delicious food.

Every second Sunday of the month starting on Sunday the 12th of August you can join them for an afternoon of sewing and socialising. Bring the project you are working on or are just about to start and spend an afternoon with other likeminded people. Jennie will be there to advise and help with your sewing projects.

Halfway through the day there will be a chance to take a break in the lovely dining room where a delicious homemade afternoon tea will be served by Albert Drives own catering Queen Hilary Nicoll.

Sandwiches, scones and amazing home baking served with fresh pots of tea  in vintage china.

You are advised to bring your own sewing machine but can of course borrow one for the day as well. Some tools, threads and other materials will be provided on the day if required.

The Club is 12-4pm every second Sunday of the month and there will be a maximum of 7 spaces each time. Advance bookings only:

£35 per Sunday or book 3 Sundays in one go and get them for £30/Sunday.

Some materials and all food are included in the price.

To book email sewingclasses@jennieloof.com or call 07918123750 now

ONE DAY CLASS DATES AND INFO

Jennie Lööf is also hosting several one day beginners sewing classes during August.

Saturday 11th 10:30-16:30 Beginners, Saturday 18th 10:30-16:30 Beginners, Sunday 19th 10:30-16:30 Beginners

A 6-hour master class where you start at the beginning and you all will bring home a heap of new knowledge about sewing and designing and also a wee bag.

You are highly recommended to bring your own sewing machine and IJennie will show you how to work it. If you don't have one she has some that you can borrow for the day. You are very welcome to bring clothes from your own wardrobe that you want to alter and she will show you how to get started.

This is a very small class (Max 4 people) so you'll have lots of time with Jennie.

Some material and essentials such as scissors, thread, hand sewing needles, pattern paper etc will be provided as well. Soup and sandwiches will be provided at lunchtime.

In one day you will:
Learn how to thread your machine and how it works. Learn about closed, open and French seams and when to use them. Make a tote bag. Learn the most common basic alteration and basic creative alterations. Everything you need to feel confident with your sewing machine and you will never pack it away again.

To book a class email sewingclasses@jennieloof.com or call 07918123750 www.jennieloof.com