South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

Standing outside the entrance to Low Parks Museum is a simple, bronze memorial plaque on a polished granite plinth that bears the words “The Dutch Don’t Forget”. The plaque was presented to veterans of the 52nd (Lowland) Division, a Scottish, Territorial Army formation that played a vital part in the liberation of the Netherlands in the final stages of the Second World War. The message is simple, the Dutch will never forget the sacrifices made by the men of the 52nd (Lowland) Division in freeing them from Nazi oppression.

Two battalions of The Cameronians (Scottish Rifles) proudly fought in the Dutch campaign in the Second World War. The 6th Battalion, historically covering the county of Lanarkshire, and the 7th Battalion, drawn mainly from the south side of the city of Glasgow.

This commemorative exhibition highlights the part played by these two battalions, as part of the 52nd (Lowland) Division, in this pivotal stage of the Second World War.

Free entry, open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm.

Cost: Free admission

The Creative Clay Exhibition showcases the work produced by participants who attend South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture’s Arts Development adults and childrens ceramics classes held in Hamilton Town House. There are some wonderful pieces on display made using different ceramics techniques.

If you are interested in participating in any of the Arts Development ceramics classes, please email artsdevelopment@southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk.

Cost: Free admission

 

Pat Abernethy and Dave Marsden return to their Irish roots for this intimate, musical evening - Pat from Belfast and Dave from Dublin. The songs will reflect the Irish spirit in its many forms - nostalgia, romance, emigration, politics, sentimentality, loss, regret and humour. Between songs you will be regaled with stories from their years of living and working in Ireland.

Songs included will be from Tommy Makem, Mary Black, The Fureys, Bagatelle, Shane McGowan, Phil Coulter, Christie Hennessy, Christy Moore, Dolores Keane, Van Morrison, Val Doonican and others.

Previous Reviews:

'Almost brilliant' - Irish Times
'An exceptional gift' - Scotsman
'Masterful ' - Time Out
'Convincing and powerful ' - The Times

Available to book online or by calling East Kilbride Arts Centre on 01355 261000.

Cost: £16.00 / £14.00 concession (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

Come and join us for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy with performances from some of the top and best emerging comedians on the Scottish comedy circuit. A night not to be missed.

Hosted by the incredible John Gavin, we will have five superb stand-up comedians taking to the stage.

Doors open at 7:00pm. Comedians will take to stage at 7:30pm.

Available to book online or by calling East Kilbride Arts Centre on 01355 261000.

Cost: £12.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

Following a sold-out festive performance, SL Harmonics return to Low Parks Museum with a pleasing and varied repertoire guaranteed to enthral and entertain.

The auspicious surroundings of the eighteenth-century Assembly Room provide the pitch-perfect backdrop to the classic choral pieces and stunning soloists.

Refreshments included in ticket price.

Available to book online.

Cost: £8.50 / £7.50 concession (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)