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A magazine for Glaswegian families with kids aged 0-11. Find out what's on, where to save money, enter exclusive competitions to win event tickets and much more!
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win ticketsto the 2015 World Gymnastics Championships!SEE BACK PAGE
what’s onduring the school holidays
and beyond!SEE PAGES 15–25
competitionFlick the switch at
this year’s Christmas Lights Switch On!
SEE BACK PAGE
Glasgow gets set tosparkle
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WORKING TOGETHER TO TRANSFORM LIVES IN GLASGOW
We’re back to give you all the info you need to see you through the next few months! From things to do with the kids, money saving ideas with your Kidz Card and opportunities to win some AMAZING prizes,
we’ve got everything you need for a smashing Autumn/Winter!
Moved house?Let us know if you’ve moved so we can deliver your magazine to the correct address! Or if you would like to change your mailing preferences, call: 0141 276 0727 (Open Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm).
Never had a Glasgow Kidz Card but want one?Visit any Glasgow library, fi ll out an application form then hand it back into the library and we will post it out to your home address. Or apply online at: youngglasgow.org.uk
Need a replacement Glasgow Kidz Card?It’s easy, call us on 0141 276 0727 or visit: youngglasgow.org.uk and download an application form.
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to enter...All you need to do is like our Young Glasgow Facebook
or Twitter page and post a pic of your kids in their best
Halloween costume with the hashtag: #YGHALLOWEEN
/YoungGlasgow @Young_Glasgow
Competition closes: Sunday 18 October
• 1 winner will receive a £20 Cineworld voucher, 4 Glasgow
On Ice Skate passes and a goodie bag!
• 2 runners up will each receive
a goodie bag and 2 Glasgow On Ice skate passes!
spooky!ooooky!
3 COOL PRIZES UP FOR GRABS!
Need a replacement Glasgow Kidz Card?It’s easy, call us on 0141 276 0727 or visit: youngglasgow.org.uk and download an application form.
will receive a £20
costumecontest!
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Cook & Indi’s World Buff etKidz Card holders eat for FREE* Monday – Sunday from 4pm onwards when accompanied by an adult purchasing an evening bu� et order at the following restaurants:
• 90 Renfi eld Street | City Centre• 410 Sauchiehall Street | City Centre• 37 Campbell Street | Hamilton • 500 Corselet Road | Darnley• 74 Kirkintilloch Road | Bishopbriggs • 3 Rankine Street | Johnstone
*Terms and Conditions apply: Drinks must be purchased. Off er applicable when cardholder is accompanied by an adult purchasing an evening buff et meal. Off er not available from 10th December 2015 – 5th January 2016 and on bank/public holidays. Off er available to cardholders until 30th March 2016
new KIDZ CARD DISCOUNTER!
MoneyMoneyMoneySaversSaversUse your Kidz Card to get money off !
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Glasgow On Ice• Skate for HALF PRICE at Glasgow
On Ice when you show your Kidz Card!Find out more at: glasgowloveschristmas.com
Glasgow Sport Activity ProgrammeGet money off a range of sports activities during the October holidays including:
• FREE pool activities at selected Glasgow Club pools
• SAVE £5.20 at the Glasgow Kids Club when you make a weekly booking
• SAVE £10 at Athletics Coaching Camps
Find out more at: glasgowlife.org.uk/sport/HolidayActivityProgramme
MoneySaversUse your Kidz Card to get money off !
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I love my kid’s Kidz Card because we save a fortune every Saturday
as we go to the GFT fi lm theatre and see great kid’s fi lms and take our
sweets and have a great time, and on the way out we give a small donation.
A lot cheaper than going to the cinema, x.
Liz Wallace, via Facebook
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@Young_GlasgowIf you love receiving your Young Glasgow Families magazine to hear about opportunities, competition and more, follow us on Facebook and Twitter for year-round updates so you don’t miss out!
Wee Starof the SeasonI would like to nominate my eldest daughter who is 10 years
old. Her name is Eala Niamh McElhinney. She loves music
and just about 3 years ago started the highland bagpipes.
She progressed from the chanter onto the pipes and for an
adult, is no mean feat! For a 10 year old it is even harder and
I was so proud when she entered herself in the Glasgow
MOD at her own school for the under 12 years of age
piping. She mastered the marching several days before
and competed on 12th June. She was chuff ed that she won
the gold medal… mind you, she was the only competitor in
this particular category! Saying that, without being biased,
she played ever so well and worked very hard to get to her
present standard! I am extremely proud of her as it is one of
the hardest instruments to play, but despite this, she wants
to be a piping instructor when she is older. She is a great help
to me and her two other sisters and practising can be hard
in such a busy household, and we all love her very much!
She is defi nitely my ‘Wee Star of the Season’.
Lorri Jackson (mum)
a massage £35
Let us know why your kids ♥ their Kidz Card, what hilarities they’ve come out with, your top tips on parenting, or any issue you would like to see featured on our ParentZone page!
Email: [email protected]
Get in touch!
ParentZoneIt’s safe to say my household morning routine
is chaos. I’m a single mum with 2 young kids
and trying to get them up and organised on
my own is a nightmare. I heard about this trick
where a teacher got their class off their seats
and dancing every morning before lessons
started which got them wide awake and ready
for the day. So each morning I wake my kids
up with some music and we all dance around
their bedroom. It really gets them moving
faster in the mornings and it’s fun!
Debbie, East Glasgow
Super Mum’sTop Tip!
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Wee Starof the Season
Yes we like to treat you hard-working parents too! Win a massage
up to the value of £35 at Refresh Spa at the Emirates Arena.
Check them out at: emiratesarena.co.uk/refresh-spa/
See back page to enter.
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Help your child thrive in a safe environment at these FREE parent/carer and child activities:
Your local library is a gateway to a world of opportunity and learning. Whether it’s borrowing books, downloading eMagazines and eBooks, listening to audio books, research a project or coming along to one
of our many child friendly events.
Ask staff at your local library aboutMy First Library Card!
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Your local library is a gateway to a world of opportunity and learning. Whether it’s borrowing books, downloading eMagazines and eBooks,
Help your child thrive in a safe environment parent/carer and child activities:
listening to audio books, research a project or coming along to one of our many child friendly events.
Ask staff at your local library aboutMy First Library Card!
parent/carer and child activities:
Your local library is a gateway to a world of opportunity and learning. Whether it’s borrowing books, downloading eMagazines and eBooks, listening to audio books, research a project or coming along to one
UNESCO says readingfor pleasure is more
important than social classin determining economicand academic success andwe couldn’t agree more.
Bounce & Rhyme TimeWhat it involves: A regular event for parents, carers and children aged 0–2 years to which includes action songs, rhymes and stories.
Benefi ts: It stimulates your child, aids language development and encourages social interaction plus it’s a great way to bond with your child whilst having some fun together.
Toddlers’ TalesWhat It Involves: A fun, physical and interactive activity for 2–3 year olds. Engage with your child in songs and rhymes, bringing books and stories to life.
Benefi ts: It introduces children to reading, fostering a life-long love of books and reading.
A library card is one of the best gifts you can give your child!
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UNESCO says readingfor pleasure is more
important than social classin determining economicand academic success andwe couldn’t agree more.
There are 33 Glasgow Libraries throughout the city. Find yours:
glasgowlife.org.uk/libraries
Play & ShareWhat It Involves: Help your child to learn through lots of interactive play activities. Suitable for children aged 3–5 years.
Benefi ts: A cleverly designed activity to aid learning and development.
A library card is one of the best gifts you can give your child!
GET FITSWIMFREE swimming in all Glasgow Life pools.
FOOTBALLFREE football pitch hire EVERY Wednesday from 4–5pm @ Barlia and Glasgow Green Football Centres, Emirates Arena, Glasgow Club; Crownpoint, Petershill and Scotstoun. Just contact the centre directly to book.
GOLFFREE round of Golf at any of Glasgow’s 6 courses!
ENTERTAINMENT & EATING OUTPIZZA20% o� Pizza Hut full menu food items
CINEMABuy your ticket at the student price at Vue and Cineworld.
BIGSAV£RS!
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Is your child turning 12 on their next birthday? Make sure they sign up for a FREE Glasgow Young Scot Card to access lots of DISCOUNTED and FREE activities across the city!
BIGIs your child turning 12 on their next birthday?Make sure they sign up for a FREE Glasgow Young Scot Card to access lots of DISCOUNTED and FREE activities across the city!
Green Football Centres, Emirates Arena, Glasgow Club; Crownpoint, Petershill and Scotstoun. Just contact the centre directly to book.
round of Golf at any
Buy your ticket at the student price at Vue and Cineworld.
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FREE round of Golf at any of Glasgow’s 6 courses! EE round of Golf at any of Glasgow’s 6 courses!
FASHIONTOPSHOP /TOPMAN10% o� (16yrs+ only)
DOROTHY PERKINSBURTON 10% o� (16yrs+ only)
SCHUH10% o� in Scottish stores.
GETTING AROUNDBUS30% o� the price of an adult single fare.
RAIL Half price o� train fare. (16yrs+ only)
DUAL CONTROLCAR HIRE2 hours for the price of 1 with Arnold Clark.
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BIGSAV£RS! APpLY:—Pick up an application form from your local library or visit our website: youngglasgow.org.uk
Got a question? Call us on 0141 276 0727 (Open Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)
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DOROTHY PERKINSBURTON 10% o� (16yrs+ only)
SCHUH10% o�
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FIND MORE OFferS AT: YOUNGgLASGOW.ORG.UK (CLIcK YOUNG SCoT CARD)
APPLY FOR AFREE KIDZ CARD!
Did you complete the Clyde Trail Challenge?Clyde came back to Glasgow this summer to celebrate the one year anniversary of the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
We asked you to find 5 Clyde statues for your chance to win some cool prizes including:
> Tickets to the 2015 World Gymnastics Championships
> Tickets to the Glasgow European Judo Open 2015
> An exclusive goodie bag
> A cool certificate
Here are just a few of thecomments we received from some happy Explorers!
Lisa AveryOur final Clyde found! That’s all 22 found and photographed with the kids. We had a great time visiting them all.
Maria GrahamFound our 5 yesterday! Good fun on a rainy day! Charlotte and Lola loved seeing all of the Clydes again!
Don CunninghamBella managed another 6 today. Total so far... 11. This having fun is hard work.
LinseyMy 4 year old daughter picked up her Clyde Trail Challenge poster from the library last night. She even kissed Clyde’s statue in the library… eek!
Did you complete the Clyde Trail Challenge? Let us know on Facebook or Twitter usingthe hashtag #ClydeExplorer
/youngglasgow @young_glasgow
A cool certificate
Clyde is here to stay!Want to visit more Clydes? The statues are permanently
placed in their venues so there’s still time to get on the Trail! Want to visit more Clydes? The statues are permanently
placed in their venues so there’s still time to get on the Trail!
Did you complete the Clyde Trail Challenge? Let us know on Facebook or Twitter using
@young_glasgow
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If your child attends a Glasgow City Council school, apply online TODAY and start receiving cool benefits such as;• FREE swimming in all Glasgow Life pools• DISCOUNT at Glasgow On Ice• Access to FREE Take 2 films at the GFT• DISCOUNTS in shops and restaurants
e.g. Hamleys and Cook & Indi’s World Buffet+ MORE!
Does your child live in Glasgow but attend a school outwith? Take proof of your address (dated within the last 3 months, e.g. bank statement, council tax bill) to your local Glasgow library and fill out a form there and then!
Visit youngglasgow.org.uk and click Kidz Card
APPLY FOR AFREE KIDZ CARD!
Clyde is here to stay!Want to visit more Clydes? The statues are permanently
placed in their venues so there’s still time to get on the Trail!
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For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
What’s New?
Barefoot Bowls Gets Bigger!Lawn Bowls at Glasgow Club Castlemilk is going casual!
No need to worry about the winter weather. Indoor Bowls
is the place to be with a great environment for everyone.
Free Taster Session Sunday 18 October, 12.30–2.30pm
No experience or equipment required!
Family BowlsSunday, 12.30–2.30pmIntroductory Price Family Price £5.00
(2 adults & 3 kids, Oct–Dec)
Family Price: £8.50 (2 adults & 3 kids)
Junior Coaching Session with Croftfoot Bowling Club
Monday, 4.30–5.30pmFor 8 years and over (no experience required)
Price: £1.70
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• Glasgow Club Scotstoun Monday, 10.00–10.45am / 10.45–11.30am
• Palace of Art Wednesday, 10.00–10.45am
• Glasgow Club SpringburnWednesday, 12.30–1.15pm
• Glasgow Club Gorbals Thursday, 10.15–11.00am
• Tollcross International Swimming Centre
Saturday, 1.00–1.45pm
Pre-5sBaby Beatz at Glasgow ClubSessions £4.25 per child
An interactive dance and movement class for
parents/guardians with babies, toddlers and young
children (0–5 years). Get moving and grooving to top
tunes from the 60s to the 00s – all at a baby-friendly
volume so the whole family can party together.
Book your place at your chosen venue.
For more info call: 0141 287 8931
glasgowlife.org.uk/babybeatz
What’s New?
FunFamily
Activities!
Get this Autumn/Winter off to a fl yer!youngglasgow.org.uk
FamilyActivities!
Get this Autumn/Winter off to a fl yer!
FunFamily
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Holiday Programme & Sports Activity Programme12–15 October
Holiday Programme & Sports Activity Programme12–15 October
Discover the busy public programme at:
tramway.org
25 Albert DriveGlasgow G41 2PE
0845 330 3501
Arts and crafts, games, sports, play, creativefun and lots more. Whatever your kids are into, there’s sure to be some fun activities in your area to suit their interests!
Check out pages 17–19 & 25 for more info!
Turner Prize Exhibition 1 October 2015 – 17 January 2016Open 7 days 10am–6pm (8pm Thu)
FREEThe world-renowned Turner Prize 2015 is coming to Scotland for the fi rst time this year, with the four shortlisted artists exhibiting at Glasgow’s Tramway.
The exhibition is free to visit, as are regular Sunday morning sessions to help children of all ages explore the artwork they see.
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For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
Fun Autumn Programme at Glasgow MuseumsUntil 31 October 2015
Explore Glasgow Museums Autumn programme of activities for all the family!
From Cartoon Capers to Cubism Crazy, there are lots of fun activities across all Glasgow Museums for kids and families to enjoy.
Find out more at: glasgowmuseums.com
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Anderston Youth ClubGaelic School, 147 Berkeley St, G3 7HPMon 12 October, 6–9pmFOR 11/12 YEAR OLDSActivities include arts and crafts, sports such as; football, basketball, badminton, pool and table tennis. For the gamers there is PlayStation 4 (lots of games to choose from) plus a range of board games and creative media equipment. You can also just come along and chill with friends.More info: 0141 276 1525
Mad Hatters Tea PartyPartick Library, 305 Dumbarton Road, G11 6ABWed 14 October, 1.30–3.30pmFOR 5–11 YEAR OLDSNo Booking RequiredGrin like the Cheshire Cat while you take part in Partick Library’s celebration of 150 years of ‘Alice In Wonderland’. Fun, games, activities, arts and crafts for all the family.
MEND Programme (Mind Exercise Nutrition Do It!)Various Venues across the North West of GlasgowFOR 2–4 YEAR OLDSMEND is a free 10 week long programme for parents and carers and their children aged 2–4 years old that’s there to support you and the family to have a healthy lifestyle. Help take the fuss out of food and enjoy 10 weeks of fun, active and creative activities and games!More info: 0141 276 8882
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activities, arts and crafts for all the family.
For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
Discover the busy public programme at:
tramway.org
25 Albert DriveGlasgow G41 2PE
0845 330 3501
MEND Programme
WESTFREE LOCAL ACTIVITIES!
THE HOLIDAY PROGRAMME IS BACK!
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Elderpark Play Club Elderpark Library, Langlands Rd, G51 3TZWednesdays, 5.30–7.30pmFOR 5–11 YEAR OLDSA drop-in club that encourages children to play and learn at the same time. The club runs a variety of fun activities including; group games, arts and crafts, sport, as well as the chance to meet new friends. More info: 0141 276 8775
Gorbals October Family Fun
Gorbals Library (Mon 12 October 1–3pm) & St Francis Centre (Tue 13 October 1–3pm)OPEN TO ALL AGESCome and enjoy some fun October activities within the Gorbals area at your local library and Community Centre. On Monday 12th October why not pop along to Gorbals Library @ 1pm for a fun event where you and your family can get involved with a variety of activities including arts & crafts and Storytime. On Tuesday 13th October we are continuing the fun @ 1pm at St Francis Centre with an Autumn Garden Party.More info: 0141 276 1330
Linn Park Holiday ProgrammeLinn Park Adventure Playground, 145 Netherlee Rd, G44 3STTue 13 – Friday 16 October 10am–4pmLinn Park invites all families with children/young people with additional support needs, to come along to have some free fun and enjoy spending time together during the October holidays. Our secure supported area, which is designed specifi cally for children/young people with additional needs, is equipped with adapted play equipment, climbing frame, roundabout, swings, sandpit, secret garden and much more. Indoors we have a sensory room, soft play, arts & crafts, face painting and accessible toilets.More info: 0141 633 1493
For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
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Elderpark Play ClubElderpark Play Club
SOUTH FREE LOCAL ACTIVITIES!
THE HOLIDAY PROGRAMME IS BACK!
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Molendinar Club 5/11Molendinar Community Centre, 1210 Royston Road, G33 1HEWednesdays until 9 December 2015, 3.30–5pmCreative session where children have the chance to take part in various games, sports, arts & crafts and play sessions.For more info call: 0141 276 1300
Molendinar Football ClubSaturdays, 10.30am–12noon until 12 December 2015 Fun fi lled football session for boys and girlsled by qualifi ed football coaches. Sessions include; skills building, practice drills and small sided games.For more info call: 0141 276 1785
Junior Youth GroupMondays, 5–6.30pm until 14 December 2015P5s–P7sNew youth group for young people! Take part in various fun fi lled activities which are led by Glasgow Life staff . Enjoy a wide range of games, sports, arts and crafts, IT Suite, workshops, plus much more.For more info call: 0141 276 1300
For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
OctEAST FREE LOCAL
ACTIVITIES!
THE HOLIDAY PROGRAMME IS BACK!
FREE LOCAL ACTIVITIES!
THE HOLIDAY PROGRAMME IS BACK!
FUN ACTIVITIES AT MOLENDINAR COMMUNITY CENTRE / FREE WITH KIDZ CARD! / DROP-IN
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2015 World Gymnastics Championships23 October – 01 November 2015The SSE Hydro Ticket prices from £7.50
It’s getting closer... The world’s biggest gymnastic event is about to arrive in Glasgow as 615 gymnasts from over 91 countries will be arriving here from the 23rd October – 1st November!
10 days of thrilling competition will take place at Glasgow’s SSE Hydro where the world’s top gymnasts will take centre stage with the hopes of winning a prestigious World Title!
Don’t miss any of the action and see all the twists, turnsand vaults for yourself at this once in a lifetime event!
For more information and how to book your tickets visit: 2015worldgymnastics.com2015worldgymnastics.com
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TICKETS!SEE BACK PAGE
For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
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Scottish Open Badminton Grand PrixEmirates Arena18–22 November 2015Glasgow’s Emirates Arena will again play host to some of the best badminton players in the world at the Scottish Open Grand Prix. Prepare to watch in awe as athletes display amazing feats of power, speed and agility in the world’s fastest racket sport.
Elite badminton as well as face-painting, green screen photography, taster sessions and more. Fun for all the family – a smashing experience guaranteed!
Tickets available at:
badmintonscotland.org.uk
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For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
Glasgow Loves Christmas George Square27 November –31 December 2015
It’s impossible to imagine Christmas in Glasgow without the Ice Rink in George Square and Glasgow Loves Christmas is bringing the magic of the open air ice rink back to the heart of the city later this year.
Glasgow on Ice will make its return on Friday 27th November and will be open until 31st December for fi ve weeks of outdoor skating and brilliant festive fun.
As well as ice skating there will be all sorts of other things to come along and enjoy as Glasgow celebrates Christmas. Our unique double-deck cabin will give you fantastic views over the rink while you sit back and relax and watch the world skate by.
Enjoy the view from the top of the big wheel or the thrill of riding the chair-o-planes or join in some of the festive entertainment or even sample the food and drink in George Square.
Or simply come along and soak up the special atmosphere as we celebrate Christmas in Glasgow.
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For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
Glasgow Young Scot& Kidz Card holders
can skate underneathGlasgow’s Christmas
Lights for HALF PRICE!
For more information on session times, special sessions for under8s, advice on when the rink is quieter, prices and availability please visit:
glasgowloveschristmas.com
/glasgowloveschristmas
@glasgowxmas
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For info on activities and events in your local area visit:
youngglasgow.org.uk
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Little RedTramway10–23 December(Previews 1 & 2 December) | Various times
Booking:0845 330 3501tramway.org
FOR AGES 7+
£12.50/£8.50 (Previews, £6.50)Family tickets £38/£30Specially priced school bookings available
Don’t miss this festive treat! Little Red is a new family-friendly dance theatre version of the classic fairytale Little Red Riding Hood. Funny, thrilling and full of energy, the production is a partnership between Glasgow arts venue Tramway and the Barrowland Ballet, whose previous family shows have won wide critical acclaim.
25 Albert DriveGlasgow G41 2PE
DecCinderellaat Community venues across Glasgow1–19 December | various timesFOR ALL AGES | £3/£2
With laughter, music and magic for all the family, Cinderella is coming to a Glasgow community venue near you!
Cinderella – otherwise known as Ella – is tough, bold and romantic. With her best friend Buttons, she is desperate to escape her wicked Stepmother Madame De’mon and her outrageous Ugly Sisters, Fifi and Foufou. Join her on her journey to fi nd her Prince Charming and go to the ball.
Find out more at: glasgowlife.org.uk/arts
Booking:0845 330 3501tramway.org
25 Albert DriveGlasgow G41 2PE
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What do you like most about being
Head Coach of the Glasgow Rocks?What I enjoy most is being a part of one of the
best franchises in British Basketball. We have
great facilities and an even better fan-base so
those things make the experience enjoyable.
Do you fi nd it diffi cult to coach
and play alongside your team?In the beginning I found it a challenge, but
towards the end of my career I found it
extremely diffi cult. When I fi rst took over,
many of the players were my teammates
who understood me and what I wanted
for us – but as time has gone by and new
players have come through and the player/
coach situation was not something they had
experienced before.
What has been your greatest achievement as an athlete?As a now retired athlete I’d say it was
the longevity of my career. I had played
professional basketball for 15 years. There are
so many guys I played with that didn’t make
it 2 years so I feel blessed to have had the
strength to do this for as long as I have.
Do you get nervous before a game
and if so, how do you deal with that?I am nervous before every game; but I think
all athletes have some sense of nerves before
a competition. It always seemed that those
games I was most nervous for, I played well in.
I think nerves in sport is healthy.
What’s the most embarrassing
thing that’s happened to you during
a game? I wear contact lenses and my lenses always
get knocked out in which case I have to stop
the whole game and try and fi nd it if it is
not already stuck to someone else’s shoe.
I remember one of my contacts coming out
during a Final in front of around 8,000 people
whom which were all focused on me as
I was crawling over the fl oor looking for my
contact lens.
What do you like most about living and working in Glasgow?I enjoy all the many events and entertainment
choices that come through the city. There is
plenty to do for myself and also for my family
(as long as the weather is OK).
Who are your heroes and why? My hero is and has always been my father. He
really showed me how to make it through life
and showed me how to be a father myself. He
was also a very good basketball coach for me
when I was growing up.
What do you like to do on a day off ?I really enjoy being with my family. I have a
1 year old daughter and an 11 year old little
boy so just doing things with them is all I
need. I’m very much a family guy.
Exclusive Interview:
Sterling DavisWe chatted to Glasgow’s Head Rock to fi nd out
a wee bit more about why he likes Glasgow,
what his favourite food is and lots more…
Favourite season? 2002–03 (Brighton Bears)
Favourite sport (besides basketball)?
American Football
Favourite food? Salmon
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Favourite food? Salmon
Come Along to a Rocks Home Game for a Great Family Day Out!18th September 2015 – 17 April 2016
The Glasgow Rocks basketball team competes in the British Basketball League.
They’re the only basketball team based in Scotland and play all their home games
at the fantastic Emirates Arena.
Child tickets from £6, adults from £10 | Get tickets: glasgowrocks.co.uk
Exclusive Interview:
Sterling DavisWe chatted to Glasgow’s Head Rock to fi nd out
a wee bit more about why he likes Glasgow,
what his favourite food is and lots more…
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for bedtime readingfor bedtime readingfor bedtime reading
Voting deadline: 5 February 2016
for bedtime reading1 Sharing a story at bedtime is a chance for
you and your child to relax and enjoy
a special moment together.
2 Make a story part of a bedtime routine.
They will love to cuddle up and hear your
voice and will know that it’s time to wind
down, ready for sleep.
3 Just fi ve to ten minutes a day will help
you bond and help your child’s language
development.
4 Make bedtime stories something to look
forward to and enjoy this time together.
5 Snuggle up together, somewhere cosy.
It doesn’t have to be in bed and it’s best
to switch the television off .
6 Choose books with rhyme, rhythm and
repetition – hearing rhyming words will
help them later when they learn to read.
7 Read your child’s favourite books over
and over again.
8 You don’t always have to ‘read’ a book.
Pictures are also very important and help
to tell the story. Point to the pictures and
talk about them and you will be helping
your child learn lots of new words.
9 Try using funny voices or silly noises.
Your child loves the sound of your voice
so try not to be embarrassed or shy. Just
remember to make it fun and laugh a lot.
10 Books are for anytime not just bedtime.
SHORTLIST:
Bookbug Readers (3–7 years) • Never Tickle a Tiger by Pamela Butchart
and Marc Boutavant (Bloomsbury)
• Wanted! Ralfy Rabbit Book Burglar by
Emily MacKenzie (Bloomsbury)
• Mouse’s First Night at Moonlight School by
Simon Puttock and Ali Pye (Nosy Crow)
Younger Readers (8–11 years) • The Nowhere Emporium by
Ross Mackenzie (Floris)
• The Mysteries of Ravenstorm Island:
The Lost Children by Gillian Philip (Orchard)
• The Fastest Boy in the World by
Elizabeth Laird (Macmillan)
More information on how to get involved can be found at:
scottishbooktrust.com
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Voting deadline: 5 February 2016
Over the next few months, children across Scotland will be reading the three shortlisted
books in their age category and voting for their favourite with the three winning books
will be announced at a special award ceremony on 2 March 2016.
place your vote!IN THE
SCOTTISH CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARDS
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Explore Glasgow Museums AUTUMN PROGRAMME OF FAMILY ACTIVITIES!
Halloween Pick!Haunted Palace People’s Palace, drop in Sat 31 Oct | 12noon–12.45pm,
1–1.45pm, 2–2.45pm, 3–3.45pm
ALL FAMILY Attention all Gremlins and Goblins!
The Haunted Palace is open so dress up
and come along for a scare. Check
Glasgow Museums Facebook page
for the latest details.
Our Top 3 Picks!Camoufl age! Now you see me… now you don’t! Scotland Street, drop in Wed 14 Oct | 10.30am–12noon & 1–3pm
ALL FAMILY Learn how animals use camoufl age to protect
themselves and make your own incredible
camoufl age picture.
Edible Animal Sculpture
Burrell Collection, advance book
Wed 14 Oct | 2–4pm
ALL FAMILY Make uncommon art from common fruit and
vegetables – then eat it (if you like!)
Model Railway Riverside, drop inThu 15 Oct | 11am–12.30pm & 1.30–3pm
ALL FAMILYIn this ambitious workshop, build bridges,
out-houses, rail tracks and trains, inspired
by our vintage toy shop.More details on each event:
glasgowmuseums.com
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Explore Glasgow Museums AUTUMN PROGRAMME OF FAMILY ACTIVITIES!
Halloween Pick!Haunted Palace People’s Palace, drop in Sat 31 Oct | 12noon–12.45pm,
1–1.45pm, 2–2.45pm, 3–3.45pm
ALL FAMILY Attention all Gremlins and Goblins!
The Haunted Palace is open so dress up
and come along for a scare. Check
Glasgow Museums Facebook page
for the latest details.
More details on each event:
glasgowmuseums.com
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Kelvindale Primary School
How did your choir start?
Mrs Milne and Mrs Stevenson (our visiting
School Music Specialist) teamed up to start
the choir as an after school club 5 years ago.
Mrs Mee who was the school music teacher
and had run the Choir before, had retired a
few years before and the children and staff
were missing the school choir and its angelic
harmonies, particularly at church services.
Since then the choir has gone from strength
to strength and are singing out beautifully
with real confi dence and style.
Where have you performed?
• The Glasgow Royal Concert hall for the
Glasgow Music Festival.
• STV (appeared on the Children’s Songbook
on STV Glasgow on Christmas Day 2014)
• St Enoch’s Centre for Prince and Princess
of Wales trust Charity.
• Kelvingrove Art Gallery (annually at
Christmas)
• The Loft on Ashton Lane (Christmas Concert)
• St John’s Renfi eld Church (Easter and
Christmas Church services)
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What are your proudest achievements?Winning fi rst place in the Primary School Choir
category of the Glasgow Music Festival in March
2015 after having participated for 4 years
without being placed was a wonderful and well
deserved achievement for the children after all
of their hard work.
The Choir were also delighted to appear on
STV Glasgow performing their Christmas songs
for the Children’s Christmas Songbook on
Christmas Day 2014.
The choir were also very proud to be able to
perform at The St Enoch’s Centre last session
to help others by raising money for charity.
What’s the group’s favourite song to perform?Last session the children loved performing
‘Santa Claus Boogie’ at Christmas time, ‘So
Long, Farewell’ from the Sound of Music and
‘Happy’ by Pharrell Williams. They also very
much enjoyed singing Katie Perry’s ‘Firework’
and ‘Something Inside So Strong’ at our
Commonwealth Games inspired sports day
2 years ago.
Tell us something our readers might like to know!
Boys and girls can join our choir from Primary
5–7 and we open it up to Primary 4 to have a
taster in the summer term. The choir’s favourite
warm up songs are the ‘12345’ song and the
‘Cars Action’ song. They also love to sing
‘My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean’ while standing
up and sitting down every time they sing a word
beginning with ‘B.’
What’s coming up for your choir?
We will be working on one of our songs for the
Music Festival in March and then from October
onwards we’ll be perfecting our Christmas
repertoire for seasonal performances in
December. From January onwards our main
focus is The Glasgow Music Festival.
What tips can you give people who want to join a choir?
• Sing out
• Smile
• Don’t be afraid to make a mistake
• Set aside regular time to rehearse
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make your own...snowflake Christmas card
2 easy
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Getting started… You will need:• A4 or A5 cardboard
• Thick paper (or more cardboard),
scissors, coloured pens (try green, red, silver and gold)
• Paints and paintbrush
• An adult assistant!
Instructions:1 To make your snowfl ake stamp, cut your paper into a square
and fold in half diagonally to make a triangle.
2 Fold your triangle in half again so the pointy corners meet.
3 Fold again into thirds.
4 Fold into the example shape. You may need to adjust your
folds slightly to get the sides to match up, so don’t crease
the paper until the folds are just right.
5 Cut across the bottom.
6 Cut the folded paper with straight and curvy lines.
Experiment by cutting out di� erent shapes.
7 Paint one side of your snowfl ake (white or silver looks best).
8 Carefully place your snowfl ake paint-side down on to the
card and leave for 10 seconds.
9 Peel o� and let your card dry.
10 Fold in half and use your coloured pens to write a colourful
message on your card!
Crafty Tip...You could even add a little festive sparkle by sticking on some glitter!
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Nutella Brownies Ingredients:• 13oz of Nutella
• 2 eggs
• ½ coff ee-sized cup of plain fl our
Directions:1. Grease a 9x9 baking tin and preheat your
oven to 250 degrees. Mix all ingredients
into a large bowl with a large wooden
spoon until batter is smooth. Pour into
baking pan and smooth the top with
a spatula.
2. Bake for around 15 minutes but check
the progress every 5 minutes with a fork
(it should come out clean) Be careful
not to bake too long otherwise the
brownies will dry out.
3. Once ready, let the brownies cool
and set before cutting and serving.
Nutella Hot ChocWarm up this autumn with easy-peasy
homemade hot chocolate!
Directions:• Warm a cup of semi-skimmed or whole
milk in a saucepan and stir with a wooden
spoon until it starts to bubble.
• Add in a heaped tablespoon of Nutella
and stir until the milk goes chocolatey.
• Pour into a mug and add marshmallows,
whipped cream and crumbled Flake on top
for an added treat!
2 easy
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Nutella Brownies
Nutella Hot ChocWarm up this autumn with easy-peasy
homemade hot chocolate!
Directions:•
spread recipes
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Saturday 17 OctoberWilly Wonka & The Chocolate Factory This classic musical fantasy fi lm tells the story of Charlie, a sweet but poor young boy, who wins a golden ticket to get a tour of the strangest chocolate factory in the world.
For more info on upand coming fi lms go to:
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Saturday 24 OctoberAfri-Kids Curious-minded little ones can become intrepid Afri-Kids by taking a cinematic adventure across the wild and wonderful African continent with Africa in Motion 2015 and Take 2.
Saturday 31 OctoberThe Nightmare Before Christmas 3DBored with the same old scare-and-scream routine of Halloween Town, Pumpkin King Jack Skellington travels to Christmas Town and plots to spread his own unique kind of Christmas cheer.
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