Strathbungo Society Newsletter, December 2012

The newest newsletter is off to the printer! Thanks so much to everyone who took the time to review it at short notice. Hopefully it’s now reasonably free of errors and typos! Merry Christmas, everyone, and see you at The Bells!

Hi, I’m Shaun, originally from England, then america for 4 years, but living on Marywood Square now, and like the area.

Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself.

Shawlands is switiching on its Christmas lights tomorrow night from 4-6pm.

The event will be held in the Arcade with carol singers, card making, Christmas market, entertainment and maybe a visit from a certain man in a red suit.

The Arcade is also hosting a Santa’s Grotto on Saturdays and a pop-up Craft shop showcasing the work of local artisans.

Why not pop down and see what’s going on?

Let The Bells Ring Out Christmas Fayre,

Sat 8th December, 10am-2pm.  Queen’s Park Baptist Church, 20 Balvicar Dr, G42 8QS.

Come along and join in the fun of the Fayre. Browse among the many Christmas Stalls

Something for everyone – Crafts, Unique Gifts, Books, Ceramics, Christmas Hampers, Santa’s Grotto, Live Music. Special Guests and much more!!

Entry £1 for Adults (Includes Coffee, Tea and Mince Pice) Children Free

The proceeds from the Fayre will be going to two local community projects; the Queen’s Park Arena and the Domestic Abuse Project that covers the South Side area.

A pop-up shop has been created for the festive period in Shawlands Arcade showcasing the wares of local craftspeople.

It’s a great opportunity to buy handmade goodies from people in your local community and a great idea from the owners of the arcade to encourage local enterprise.

Opening days and times are on the flyer and there are also kids’ craft sessions as part of the open days.

Can’t make it along on Saturdays? Another crafty alternative is the Afternoon Twee events on Sunday 2nd and 9th at Tusk in Shawlands.

The fantastic farmers market will be in Queens Park this Saturday and on the 15th. Most of the stallholders will have special items for Christmas and the chance to pre-order meat etc for the big day. Many of the stallholders live locally so you really are keeping your cash in the community.

Although they do not sell them at the farmers market, regular stall holders Eden Mill Farm also sell (and deliver) great-quality Christmas trees in several varieties and sizes.

Looking for something special and affordable for the kids, pop in to Merry-go-round. They are holding a Christmas open evening this Tuesday 27th November from 6-9pm and have a huge choice of Christmas gifts aimed at young children.