Community life and leisure News
Synthetic pitch opens in Hamilton
Published: Tuesday 17th April 2012
The newly upgraded training pitch at Hamilton Palace Sports Grounds officially opened today (Tuesday 17 April).
Spring into classes and courses
Published: Monday 9th April 2012
There's something for everyone in South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture's new spring classes and courses.
Get arty in the Clyde Valley
Published: Thursday 5th April 2012
A host of arts and crafts workshops for all the family are taking place next week across the Clyde Valley.
Switch off for Earth Hour
Published: Friday 30th March 2012
At 8.30pm on Saturday 31 March residents will join millions across the globe in switching off their lights for 60 minutes.
National Entitlement Card website live
Published: Tuesday 27th March 2012
The council has launched its new National Entitlement Card (NEC) website.
International Women's Day at racecourse
Published: Wednesday 7th March 2012
An International Women's Day event is being held at Hamilton Park Racecourse tomorrow (Thursday 8 March).
Could you be their future
Published: Monday 20th February 2012
If you think you could provide a loving adoptive home please come along to one of our open meetings.
Netballers selected for Scotland squad
Published: Thursday 16th February 2012
Eleven of South Lanarkshire's top young netballers will represent Scotland in the U17/U21 European Netball Championships.
Still time to nominate your Young Scot
Published: Tuesday 24th January 2012
Do you know a young person aged 11-26 who has made a positive difference to the lives of others?
Time to boogie along with your toddlers
Published: Monday 9th January 2012
Toddlers are being invited to bring along a grown-up to join in the Boogie Beats for Tiny Feet music sessions.
Paint your way through winter
Published: Wednesday 4th January 2012
If you are looking for something new to help while away those long winter evenings, then our art classes are just what you need.
Gym reopens at Water Palace
Published: Wednesday 21st December 2011
To celebrate this week's re-opening of the Hamilton Water Palace gym the leisure team have been offering the gift of fitness.
Christmas service at crematorium
Published: Thursday 1st December 2011
The annual Christmas Memorial Service at the South Lanarkshire Crematorium is taking place this weekend.
Update - industrial action November 30
Published: Tuesday 29th November 2011
The council is continuing to have productive discussions with trade unions in the lead up to tomorrow's planned national strike.
Disruption due to industrial action
Published: Wednesday 23rd November 2011
In the run-up to the national strike we are working to ensure 'life and limb' and frontline services' continue.
Warning over increased sports scams
Published: Wednesday 23rd November 2011
Residents and businesses are being urged to be on their guard as sports related scams continues to rise.
Fernhill community centre opens
Published: Tuesday 22nd November 2011
Fernhill community centre officially opened this week.
Over 50s attend practical safety event
Published: Monday 21st November 2011
More than 200 people over 50 have taken part in a unique safety event.
Hamilton lights up with festive fun
Published: Friday 18th November 2011
There is festive fun for all the family this weekend in the run-up to Hamilton's Christmas lights being turned on.
Fountain cinema scoops film first
Published: Thursday 17th November 2011
The first Scottish screening of Ralph Fiennes' critically acclaimed directorial debut - Coriolanus - is coming to the Fountain.
Youth disorder project streets ahead
Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011
A unique approach to tacking youth disorder has now entered its second run.
Stonehouse community centre opens
Published: Thursday 10th November 2011
South Lanarkshire Lifestyles - Stonehouse is now open to the public.
Get crafty with your Christmas shopping
Published: Monday 7th November 2011
A Christmas craft fair will be coming to the Central Library in the East Kilbride Shopping Centre this weekend.
Don't be blind to dangers at home
Published: Thursday 3rd November 2011
Funding has been extended to a project which helps secure blind cords, a move which could literally save a child's life.
Website changes
Published: Thursday 27th October 2011
As you might have noticed, we have made some changes to the council website.
Bonfire hit squads put safety first
Published: Tuesday 25th October 2011
The annual campaign to put safety first on November 5th is all set to get underway.
Voluntary arts sector fair
Published: Monday 17th October 2011
A special event to help volunteer arts groups access funding is being staged next week.
Shona scoops silver and bronze in Beijing
Published: Monday 10th October 2011
Local athlete Shona Girdwood has returned home with two medals from the world triathlon championships.
Conference for youth leadership in sport
Published: Thursday 6th October 2011
Young ambassadors from every secondary school have gathered to discuss how to promote sport across South Lanarkshire.
Refurbished gym opens doors tomorrow
Published: Friday 16th September 2011
The newly refurbished gym in the Forth Sports and Community Centre is set to open its doors tomorrow after a £20,000 upgrade.
Fernhill community centre to open early
Published: Thursday 15th September 2011
Bookings are now being taken for the brand new community centre in Fernhill which is set to open ahead of schedule.
Better be quick on draw for arts classes
Published: Tuesday 13th September 2011
There is still time to sign up to some drawing and painting classes and add a bit of colour to your life.
Golden time for Golden couples
Published: Friday 9th September 2011
To celebrate 50 years of marriage couples from across Lanarkshire attended this year's annual Golden Wedding celebrations.
Get a taste for the arts
Published: Wednesday 31st August 2011
If you are interested in the arts but don't want to sign up for a 10-week course why not come along to a taster time workshop.
Urban Dance for movers and groovers
Published: Tuesday 30th August 2011
To keep the kids fit and active after school why not bring your young movers and groovers along to some urban dance classes.
Silver arrow prize at history festival
Published: Friday 26th August 2011
Traditional longbow archers from across the UK have taken part in the prestigious Lanark Silver Arrow competition.
Big turnout for tennis tournament
Published: Thursday 25th August 2011
More than 120 people took part in the annual Lanarkshire Open Tennis Tournament.
Boy with cerebral palsy enters triathlon
Published: Tuesday 23rd August 2011
Thomas Pettigrew is taking part in the Coca-Cola Enterprises Family Triathlon to raise funds for his therapy centre.
Time to drum up some fun
Published: Monday 22nd August 2011
The Big Drum is back for everyone looking for an action-packed afternoon of upbeat rhythm from around the world.
Big event will be bigger
Published: Friday 19th August 2011
The Big event is all set for its second year of fun activities for the over 50s.
Conference for coaches back in action
Published: Monday 15th August 2011
Sports coaches are again being invited to come along to the area's second Coach in Action Coaching Conference.
Independent Custody Visiting Scheme
Published: Friday 12th August 2011
Strathclyde Police Authority is looking for volunteers for its Independent Custody Visiting Scheme.
Stonehouse community centre set to open early
Published: Thursday 11th August 2011
The new £6.525m community centre in Stonehouse is all set to open two months ahead of schedule.
Craft fair comes to town
Published: Friday 29th July 2011
Visitors to East Kilbride will be treated to a new and stimulating shopping experience.
Cool down with drama
Published: Monday 25th July 2011
Summer fun is here for all our budding young actors.
Swimming choir coming to pool near you
Published: Tuesday 19th July 2011
The Incredible Swimming Choir is a musical performance created especially for early-years audiences.
Hard working youngsters honoured
Published: Wednesday 13th July 2011
More than 350 young people from across South Lanarkshire have been recognised for their hard work in a wide range of activities.
Pitch opens for business
Published: Monday 11th July 2011
The new sports pitch at Whitemoss recreation area is now open for bookings.
Want to dance this summer
Published: Tuesday 5th July 2011
The 'Just Got to Dance' summer school is all ready to welcome kids looking for a fun and energetic week.
Top sports stars honoured
Published: Friday 1st July 2011
The area's top sporting men and women have been honoured at the annual sports awards.
Calendar winner cooks up food safety message
Published: Monday 13th June 2011
Hundreds of primary and secondary pupils have taken part in a food safety poster competition.
Everyone can combat antisocial behaviour
Published: Wednesday 11th May 2011
Everyone is being encouraged to play their part in developing plans to combat antisocial behaviour.
Don't let virus scammers infect your cash
Published: Tuesday 10th May 2011
Residents are being warned about the latest 'spam scam' which claims your computer is infected by viruses.
Still time to spring into drama
Published: Wednesday 27th April 2011
This is the last curtain call for all budding young actors to join in on a range of exciting drama projects this Spring.
Still time for crafty kids to art cool
Published: Wednesday 20th April 2011
There is still time for crafty kids to sign up for this spring's Arts and Crafts courses.
Course paints a perfect picture
Published: Monday 18th April 2011
Aspiring young artists are being encouraged to come along to an exciting painting course this spring.
Unleash your inner guitar hero
Published: Thursday 14th April 2011
If you're tired of playing air guitar and want to play the real thing why not sign up for some group tuition.
Arts and Crafts in the Clyde Valley
Published: Friday 8th April 2011
The Clyde Valley will play host to a huge variety of arts and craft workshops next week.
Cross country event a record breaker
Published: Thursday 7th April 2011
A record 2000 young athletes from 71 South Lanarkshire primary schools took part in this year’s Cross Country Championships.
Sports volunteers awards
Published: Wednesday 6th April 2011
Volunteers from all over South Lanarkshire have been given well deserved recognition by South Lanarkshire Leisure & Culture.
Fatal home accidents set to exceed road deaths
Published: Thursday 31st March 2011
More than 200 Scots die every year from accidents in the home.
Blind cords safety campaign
Published: Friday 25th March 2011
A blind cord safety campaign will see 3000 'Make it Safe' leaflets handed out along with cleats to tie the cords to.
Library plans on show
Published: Monday 21st March 2011
Residents are being invited along to hear about the plans for Stonehouse's new library.
Art group still painting town red
Published: Thursday 10th March 2011
The Hamilton South 60+ art group is holding a not to be missed free arts exhibition.
Book now for John Cumming Stadium
Published: Monday 28th February 2011
Bookings are now being taken for the John Cumming Stadium in Carluke in advance of its opening next week.
Still time to be young at heart
Published: Thursday 17th February 2011
It's never too late to try a new creative skill or pastime so if you are 50+ why not join this year’s Young at Heart festival.
Window on world of local talent
Published: Friday 14th January 2011
Tickets are on sale for the World Community Arts Day which brings local talent together for the Windows of the World concert.
Unleash your inner guitar hero and more
Published: Friday 7th January 2011
A huge range of arts and leisure activities for the winter season are about to get underway.
Home safety advice for a Merry Christmas
Published: Wednesday 22nd December 2010
Statistics show at times of increased stress, abnormal routines and distractions there are more accidents in the home.
Candle safety - a burning issue over Christmas
Published: Monday 20th December 2010
Did you know that candle fires account for almost 5% of all reported house fires in the UK?
Weather forecast is for more cold spells
Published: Friday 17th December 2010
The next few days are expected to be very cold with the possibility of snow and temperatures rarely rising above freezing.
Weather emergency - update Wednesday
Published: Wednesday 8th December 2010
Last night temperatures dropped to a bone chilling minus 19 in parts of South Lanarkshire.
East Kilbride set for lights switch-on
Published: Friday 3rd December 2010
Former X-Factor finalists the MacDonald Brothers will be centre stage at this year's lights switch-on in East Kilbride Village.
Hamilton Water Palace pool re-opens
Published: Monday 15th November 2010
The pool facilities at Hamilton Water Palace which had been closed due to filter maintenance have now re-opened.
Play highlights dangers of fireworks
Published: Tuesday 9th November 2010
In the run-up to Bonfire night teenagers across South Lanarkshire were presented with the very real dangers about fireworks.
Racism - give it the boot
Published: Thursday 4th November 2010
More than 300 primary school pupils have taken part in an event where they were encouraged to give racism the boot.
Strathclyde Park all set for fireworks spectacular
Published: Wednesday 3rd November 2010
Why not head along to Strathclyde Country Park for the biggest and best fireworks display in the area.
Hit squads clear 'dangerous' bonfires
Published: Tuesday 2nd November 2010
Bonfire hit squads are now removing stockpiled material that threatens public safety in the run-up to November 5.
Funding fair set to be best ever
Published: Friday 22nd October 2010
Set to be bigger and better than ever before, South Lanarkshire’s Funding Fair is the can’t miss event of the fundraisers’ year!
Golf squad teed up for Games
Published: Tuesday 19th October 2010
Fourteen promising young golfers have been provisionally selected to represent Lanarkshire at the 2011 International Children’s Games.
Tait's blooming delighted with garden win
Published: Monday 18th October 2010
A record number of gardeners brought their gardens into bloom for the annual competition.
Sports festival marks flag handover
Published: Thursday 14th October 2010
A festival of sport has been staged for 400 school pupils at the John Wright Sports Centre.
Bonfire hit squads put safety first
Published: Wednesday 13th October 2010
The annual campaign to put safety first on November 5 is all geared up to get underway.
Community centre gets underway
Published: Monday 11th October 2010
The first sod has been cut on the site of the new £5.2million community centre for Fernhill.
Arts festival is a real winner
Published: Thursday 7th October 2010
The winners of the annual Chatelherault Arts Festival have been announced.
Lanarkshire signs Games declaration
Published: Tuesday 5th October 2010
A historic declaration endorsing the host agreement for the International Children's Games in Lanarkshire next year has been signed.
Pupils get involved in Games handover
Published: Monday 4th October 2010
Three 'Game On - Get Involved' events are being staged tomorrow to highlight the Commonwealth Games flag handover to Scotland.
Draw on rhythm of life
Published: Thursday 30th September 2010
Budding artists are being encouraged to draw on their existing skills and come along to a Rhythm of Life masterclass.
Coaches were in action
Published: Wednesday 29th September 2010
Coaches at all levels of sport have taken part a series of workshops at South Lanarkshire's first Coach in Action Coaching Conference.
Free network arts workshops
Published: Wednesday 22nd September 2010
If you are interested in art but don't know how to get involved then the Network Arts Training Plan could be just the thing for you.
Golden couples celebrate in style
Published: Monday 20th September 2010
More than 160 couples from across Lanarkshire had a ball at the Golden Wedding Anniversary celebrations which is jointly run by North and South Lanarkshire Council every year.
Glasgow Central on track with International Children's Games
Published: Monday 13th September 2010
A young Hamilton athlete is set to become one of the most recognised youngsters in the country.
Active award for leisure team
Published: Wednesday 1st September 2010
South Lanarkshire Leisure has won a national award for its work to help improve public health and wellbeing.
Blue-green algae stops water sports
Published: Monday 30th August 2010
James Hamilton Heritage Park has had to close to all water sports enthusiasts yet again this year due to the return of blue-green algae.
2000 years of history on display
Published: Thursday 19th August 2010
This weekend there will be a unique chance to explore 2000 years of history when one of the largest heritage and re-enactment events comes to Lanark.
