Issue 6, Heritage, Photography Rhiannon Davies Issue 6, Heritage, Photography Rhiannon Davies

Govanhill Baths: Past, Present and Future

We delved into the past, present and future of the neighbourhood, and the Govanhill Baths is right at the centre of that. What are you memories of the baths? What is happening behind the scenes right now? And when will Govanhill Baths reopen? Find out more and enjoy the striking photographs of the restoration, all taken by Becky Duncan of Open Aye CIC.

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Issue 7 - Young Voices Takeover - out now!

The latest issue is out and features the writing of young people who have taken journalism skills workshops with us. Articles include: What it’s like ‘Being Mixed’, Glasgow’s Graffiti Culture, Sound of Refugee Voices, Basketball in Queen’s Park, Living with Hearing Loss and more!

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Govanhill Carnival: In Pictures - by Alexander Hoyles

The sun shone on Govanhill for the day of the annual carnival, which took place on the 6 August. Community groups and organisations met in Govanhill Park before parading through the streets of Govanhill and ending with a festival in Queen’s Park. The following images were taken by photographer, Alexander Hoyles.

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This August, Tramway goes Beyond its Walls with Free Community Events

This month, look out for Tramway Beyond Walls. The ongoing programme takes performance and creative participation outwith the physical limits of its building, and into the community. The upcoming line-up includes participation, film, and family events – and it’s all free and unticketed.

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Changes To Some of Govanhill's Most Loved Cafes

Govanhill has become well known for its cafe scene, but there a few changes afoot amongst some of the neighbourhood’s best loved coffee spots - with Canary Girl Coffee closing down and Milk Cafe changing use.

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Who Remembers Pin Up Nights?

Vic Galloway has described new book, Retired Teenagers - The Story of a Glasgow Clubnight, as “a rip-roaring yarn that takes in the thrills, spills and belly-laughs of a certain era of Glasgow nightlife”. In it, DJ and former club promoter John McGonagle tells all about Glasgow’s iconic, Pin Up Nights.

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The Govanhill International Festival and Carnival Programme Announced!

The anti-racist Govanhill International Festival and Carnival (GIFC) celebrates the diversity and creativity of the Govanhill community. Lasting for two weeks between the 2 and the 14 of August, and featuring diverse events, from concerts, to workshops, to photography exhibitions. Read the full programme here.

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