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

Once A Catholic by Mary O'Malley follows the lives of young girls at a strict Catholic convent school in London. The play humorously explores their struggles with faith, sexuality, and the Church’s rules, highlighting the contradictions they face during adolescence. It focuses on several characters named "Mary," each dealing with their own desires and challenges within the confines of the convent's rigid expectations.

This play includes swearing, outdated language, and scenes involving sexual content and abuse, making it potentially unsuitable for individuals under 16. The views and expressions presented in the play are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the ECHO Players.

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

Cost: £12.00 / £10.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

Performed by Folksy Youth Theatre, Legally Blonde JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle's boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, claiming she's not "serious" enough, Elle takes matters into her own hands, crafting a showy song-and-dance personal essay and charming her way into law school. Befriending classmate, Emmett, and spunky hairdresser, Paulette, along the way, Elle finds that books and looks aren't mutually exclusive.  As Elle begins outsmarting her peers, she realizes that law may be her natural calling after all. 

Available to book online or by calling Rutherglen Town Hall on 0141 613 5700.

Cost: £12.00 / £10.00 (child) (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)