As part of Challenge Poverty Week, a series of events and activities are taking place across South Lanarkshire to raise awareness, share information, and bring communities together. Each day features opportunities to hear from local organisations, access support, and connect with others. Whether you drop in to an event, take part in a workshop, or simply want to find out more, there’s something happening every day to get involved with.

Please see below that is scheduled for Monday 6 October. 
If you have an event you would like to incldue on this page please email Communities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 

Community Wellness Event (Abington)

Location: Abington Old Schoolhouse, 70 Carlisle Road, Biggar, ML12 6SD
Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm
Information: Join us for a relaxing and informatl morning filled with wasy to prioritise your mental health and wellbeing
Contact: Nicci - nicholahollosh@gmail.com 

Whist Drive (Stonehouse)

Location: Stonehouse Library, South Lanarkshire Lifestyles Stonehouse 2 Udston Mill Road, Stonehouse, ML9 3JL
Time: 1.30pm - 4.00pm (approx)
Information: This is a group where those who want to learn, or can play Whist, or can come to enjoy the game have a blether. Refreshment will be served (50p).
Contact: Jean Wray 01698 884380.

Bookbug (Rutherglen)

Location: Springhall Library, 30 Cruachan Road, Rutherglen, G73 5HW 
Time: 10.30am – 11.00am
Information: Bookbug song, rhyme and story sessions are free, and always will be! Suitable from birth to pre-school, Booking essential.
Booking: To book your place, please visit the SLLC Library Services booking page 
Contact: Springhall Library – 0141 6341249

Adult mindful colouring Drop-in (Rutherglen)

Location: Springhall Library 30 Cruachan Road, Rutherglen, Glasgow G73 5HW
Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Information: Join us for some Adult Mindful Colouring!
Contact: Springhall Library – 0141 6341249

Book Boggle (Rutherglen)

Location: Springhall Library, 30 Cruachan Road, Rutherglen, G73 5HW
Time: 3.15pm – 4.15pm
Information: Book Boogie is back at Springhall Library! Singing and movement for adults to promote mental health and physical fitness,Tea and Coffee available. Adults only.  (Free)
Contact: Springhall Library – 0141 6341249

Bookbug (East Kilbride)

Location: St Leonard’s Library, St Leonards Square, East Kilbride, G74 2AT
Time: 1.45pm
Information: Bookbug song, rhyme and story sessions are free, and always will be! Suitable from birth to pre-school, Booking essential.
Booking: To book your place, please visit the SLLC Library Services booking page 
Contact: 01355 241573

Digital Drop-in (East Kilbride)

Location: St Leonard’s Library, St Leonards Square, East Kilbride, G74 2AT
Time: 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Information: Pop in for friendly digital support from printing issues, attaching files and navigating online resources - no appointment necessary
Contact: 01355 241573

October Reader's Group (Cambuslang)

Location: Cambuslang Library, 27 Main Street, G72 7EX
Time: 11.00am – 12.00pm
Information: Everyone welcome to join and discuss the book of the month.
Contact: cambuslang@library.s-lanark.org.uk

Larkhall New Parish Bookgroup Adults Larkhall)

Location: Larkhall Library, 30 Union Street, Larkhall, ML9 1DR
Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm
Information: Shake Rattle and Read for 18 months to - 5 years
Additional information: £2.00 or ACE card
Contact: 01698 452469