South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

Location: East Kilbride Arts Centre

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

Cost: Free

East Kilbride Arts Council Open Art Exhibition Preview 2 November, exhibition 3 November - 1 December 2024 10:00am - 4:00pm Free East Kilbride Arts Centre

Artists get involved!

Local artists are invited to exhibit in this annual exhibition of work celebrating visual arts. 

We welcome stained glass, pottery, photography, embroidery, paintings and sculpture work and all things in-between.

Why not drop in and speak to staff? 

£4.00 per exhibit or £6.00 for two.

Commission fees apply.

Booking forms available at reception.

Location: Low Parks Museum

Time: 10:00 - 17:00

Cost: Free admission

Exhibition: The Dutch Don’t Forget – The Cameronians in the British Liberation Army

 

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.

Location: The Town House Hamilton

Time: 19:30

Cost: £27.50 (subject to £1.50 Transaction Fee)

Gary Meikle - NO REFUNDS 23 November 2024 7:30pm £27.50 (subject to £1.50 Transaction Fee) The Town House Hamilton

 

Ladies and gentleman! Gary Meikle is back yet again with another self-written, self-deprecating show to leave you all short of breath again. Last year “Papa”, as he is becoming more commonly known, became the first ever comedian worldwide without an agent (his choice) to be granted a full working visa for the USA, and he is keen to keep on showing why.

Gary’s tour this year promises to deliver. He will reluctantly share his newer role in life: being a kept man. The lady that kept him, of course, being his ever-growing smarter granddaughter, Gracie. Who intelligently and, more essentially, rips the piss out of her Papa daily. A few stories to note are when she blatantly points out that he’s got “moobs”. She also embarrasses him by telling the truth about his tattoos to a stranger that he is trying to impress. She explains in detail how her Papa isn’t THAT famous and how she calls him a bad name without meaning it.

There are literally too many Gracie and Papa stories to cover but, as usual, Gary will go off on tangents and delve into the workings of his own mind. He will tackle subjects such as: rejection issues of men and women, what it was like being a 14-year-old hormonal boy, how it is ok for men to be overtly feminine now, cold showers, mosquitoes on holiday and much more.

If you can guarantee one thing from Gary it is that he will work his 5’8" ass off to make sure everyone that sees him live wants to come back for more. Your laughter makes up for the rejection he suffered in his earlier years, and he will thank you all individually if you choose to come along to his meet and greet, pre-show that he again will be doing at every single show.

Available to book online or by calling The Town House Hamilton on 01698 452299.

Location: East Kilbride Arts Centre

Time: 14:00

Cost: £18.00 (Subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

Christmas Crooners 23 November 2024 2:00pm / 7:00pm £18.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee) East Kilbride Arts Centre

 

“Baby it’s cold outside”.

A romantic Christmas special.

Now in its tenth record breaking year, “Christmas Crooners” is jam packed with festive favourites including the Christmas hits of Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole and Ol’ Blue Eyes himself - Frank Sinatra.

Once again, this year, we have our beautiful Christmas “belle” singing her favourite Christmas songs, including Santa Baby, I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, Rocking Around The Christmas Tree and many more.

This fantastic cast of West-End Singers, are backed by the superb and talented swing band, The Jazz- All-Stars, and they perform over 30 well known Christmas hits.

Staged in the warm and delightful style of the famous Andy Williams Christmas Shows, this brilliant production comes complete with Christmas Trees, a Rocking Chair and of course a lovely warm fireplace; just right for roasting those chestnuts and toasting the season!
 
The Crooners give the audience a show full of swinging Christmas cheer, and witty banter, a perfect show for the perfect season.

Guaranteed to get you in the festive mood, come and sing along to great songs from Christmas past with the Christmas Crooners.

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

Location: Lanark Memorial Hall

Time: 19:30

Cost: £28.00 (Subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

Don't Stop Believin' 23 November 2024 7:30pm £28.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee) Lanark Memorial Hall

 

The End-of-Night Anthems Show.

Jump aboard the midnight train – heaven is a place on Earth called Lanark as the greatest end-of-the-night anthems spectacular roars into town.

Guaranteeing a crazy, crazy night of non-stop, singalong favourites – 30 of the biggest songs are brought to life by a sizzling cast, fantastic costumes and amazing light show.

Summer of ’69, I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll, Livin’ on a Prayer, Sweet Child O’ Mine, China in Your Hand, You Shook Me All Night Long, Sweet Home Alabama and more – brand new for 2023-24, hold on to the feeling and. . . Don’t Stop Believin’.

Available to book online or by calling Lanark Memorial Hall on 01555 673199.

Location: Rutherglen Town Hall

Time: 19:30

Cost: £19.00 (Subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

Christmas Ceilidh 23 November 2024 7:30pm £19.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee) Rutherglen Town Hall

 

The ever popular Clyde Valley Ceilidh Band return to Rutherglen Town Hall for another lively Christmas Ceilidh dance.

Four great musicians, all the weel kent dances and some you may not have tried before, in the wonderful setting of our Grand Hall. Come and birl the light fantastic and get yourself in the festive mood!

Don’t worry if you don’t know or can’t remember the dances, the band will take you through all the steps.

Includes buffet of soup, steak pie, tea and coffee – vegetarian option also available.

This is without a doubt one of the Town Hall’s most popular shows so book early to avoid disappointment!

Please call the box office to book on 0141 613 5700.