Well, not just one, but about half a dozen in this subway carriage. These girls were spending their Saturday morning (3rd May 2008) dressing up for the charity, the Childrens Hospice. When we reached the Kelvinhall stop, a flock of Elvis lookalikes disembarked. However, I can't help feeling that there was a lack of communication between one group...they were dressed as ELVES, not Elvises! You can click on the photo and get a much enlarged version. Read Full Story
£8 Million is being spent on Glasgow's Subway to give it a brighter, fresher look. Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) want to make the Subway brighter, cleaner and safer for passengers. The ambitious plans for another circular subway route for the East End of Glasgow has been put on hold, due to the cost, an estimated £2.3 Billion. But the SPT are looking at plans for a line linking St Enoch's Station with stations at Bridgeton and Parkhead, and they hope to have it ready in time... Read Full Story
On Sunday 4 May 2008 between 12pm and 5pm, the old Fruit Market in Glasgow will be hosting the Maydaze 2008 festival. Acts such as Dougie MacLean, La Sonera Claveras and Gordeanna McCulloch will be there. The show will be hosted by Dave Anderson. The May Day Rally starts earlier at 11am from George Square. Full details of Maydaze 2008 here...www.maydaze.org Read Full Story
The GFT - Glasgow Film Theatre, is showcasing the work of the best female film makers. 1 May 2008 until 14 May 2008 It's also an opportunity for new film makers to meet the experts. More informatin on this website http://www.birds-eye-view.co.uk Read Full Story
The is the first time that Glasgow has hosted the International Artist's Bookfair. It will be held in the Exhibition Hall at the Glasgow Concert Hall on Friday 25 April 2008 and Saturday 26 April 2008. Opening times: 11am to 6pm. You may be able to buy original art work that is used to illustrate books. Entry is free. More information here... http://www.giab.org.uk Read Full Story
The Glasgow Subway Festival starts on Thursday 10 April 2008 until Sunday 13 April 2008. Taken from their website.. With a whole host of exciting activities, entertainment and fun, it's all about heading 'underground' to Glasgow's SPT Subway from Thursday April 10th, to Sunday April 13th, to enjoy everything that the first ever underground festival in the UK has to offer. The 'Glasgow Subway Festival' is being brought to you by Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT), leading marketing... Read Full Story
Elliot Minor, the York-based indie band, will be in Glasgow tomorrow 6 April 2008. They will be performing at the HMV shop in Argyle Street from 6pm, promoting their new single, Parallel Worlds. Read Full Story
A major Doctor Who exhibition is coming to Glasgow's Kelvingrove Museum next year. It will open in late March 2009 and will run until early 2010. There will be a big collection of custumes and props, and it will be the largest ever Doctor Who exhibition. The exhibition is currently on show in Earls Court London. Read Full Story
The Whispering Walls Forum has been changed to THE 2014 FORUM - dedicated to reporting the change to Glasgow's East End as it prepares to host for the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Photos and videos will be posted of Glasgow before and after, and when the Games start, each sport will be featured. Read Full Story
