
Barrowland Ballet Presents Chunky Jewellery at Tramway
This new play delves into friendship, womanhood, and motherhood, weaving the creators’ personal experiences into a universal narrative. Premiering at Tramway on 9 March , it’s an exploration of life’s complexities, with special consideration of the complexities of being a woman.
মাতৃভাষা দিবস উদযাপন: গ্লাসগোকে আমাদের উপহার
এই অংশে, বাংলাদেশ অ্যাসোসিয়েশন গ্লাসগো, ভাষা-গ্লাসগোর ভাষা উৎসবের পেছনের দল, উৎসবের শিকড় সম্পর্কে আমাদের আরও জানায়। ভাষাগত বৈচিত্র্যের একটি প্রাণবন্ত উদযাপন, বাংলা সংরক্ষণের লড়াইয়ে অনুপ্রাণিত।
Our Gift to Glasgow: Celebrating Mother Language Day
In this piece, Bangladesh Association Glasgow, the team behind BHASHA – Glasgow's Language Festival, tells us more about the roots of the festival. A vibrant celebration of linguistic diversity, inspired by the fight for Bangla preservation.
FONDS: New multimedia exhibition at Tramway tells the stories of Govanhill through its most treasured objects
The objects treasured by people in Govanhill reveal stories of migration, transformation, love and resilience. A new photography exhibition, film and podcast will launch on 3 February.
Artists, cyclists, and community leaders unite: the Southside’s ongoing actions for Palestine"
Communities worldwide have shown solidarity for the Palestinian people, and Govanhill is no different. Through music, art, food, and talks, people continue to raise awareness and funds for Palestine. This article brings you news of the latest events taking place in our neighbourhood.
‘Fictional Revenge/Fictional Healing?’ GAMIS announce first film season of 2024
Local cinema collective GAMIS (Glasgow Artists’ Moving Image Studios) are back projecting films in an old furniture store on Niddrie Road. We caught up with Lydia Honeybone to discuss the latest season
Your Local, Southside Independent, Ethical Gift Guide -2023
It’s that time of year again, the holidays are around the corner and all the big retailers are getting ready for the busiest time of year. But we want to show some love to the smaller, local shops and independent makers who are also preparing for the gift-giving season to remind folk to shop local at this time of year.
Arts and Culture: Locals on Locals
For this issue, we asked residents to send in reviews of their favourite artists and writers working and living in Govanhill. Hopefully, you can find your next obsession.
A Powerful Exploration of Self Identity: No Single Track
Shanine Gallagher’s latest film, No Single Track, is a powerful exploration of her mixed identity. At The Community Newsroom, we had an exclusive screening of the film where the filmmaker shared more about her journey.
I Love Ramsays
Two local writers shared their pen-scribbles on what the area means to them, in specially commissioned pieces for Greater Govanhill’s Arts, Culture & Subculture issue. This is Isaac Harris’ I Love Ramsays.
Govanhill Just Won't Stop
Two local writers shared their pen-scribbles on what the area means to them, in specially commissioned pieces for Greater Govanhill’s Arts, Culture & Subculture issue. This is Peter Mohan’s, Govanhill Just Won’t Stop.
Dancing On My Own
Govanhillian Chanderkiran Thakur writes about learning to let yourself go in some of the inclusive dance workshops offered in and around Govanhill.
Life Before Govanhill: Zemirah Moffat
In our regular feature ‘My Life Before Govanhill’ we find out from the diverse community of Govanhill what they got up to before settling around Victoria Road. In this edition, we meet Zemirah Moffat.
Behind the Scene: Uncovering The Southside's Clubs and Societies
Govanhill is full of clubs and social nights as diverse and vibrant as its residents. Many of these clubs, despite their tendency to fly under most people’s radar, run frequently and are quite popular among residents. We decided to head out and meet with some of these groups to find out more.
Punx of Colour take on Glasgow at Decolonise Fest
Glasgow is welcoming Decolonise Fest (DF) this Saturday 11 November at Mono for the first time, with a stellar lineup of three Glasgow-based performers: Kapil Seshasayee, R.AGGS and Trishaaa.
Mirrl: Unveiling the Hidden Treasures of Traditional Japanese Artistry, Crafted by Govanhill Locals
“If you’re the only one making this unusual thing then there is a draw; no one else seems to be doing what we’re doing. You know, I think there are only really a handful of people in Japan that can make this thing.” - Lewis Harvey, MIRRL.
Big Noise: Finding connection through music and culture
Earlier this year, local music charity Big Noise travelled to South India to participate in a concert that celebrated the shared heritage of Scotland and India. One of the young musicians shares her experiences of the trip.
Crossmyword: Answers and Explainers to Greater Govanhill's Autumn Crossword
The Anymen have done it again with yet another cryptic crossword. Over the past month our readers and residents have been sending in their cryptic crossword answers, with varying degrees of success. If you’re still stuck then take a look at the answers and explainers below.
Two years on: Remembering how a community fed La Minga Indigena during COP26
This week marks the two year anniversary of COP26. Whilst the impact of the conference left many underwhelmed, the collective action and community support that was channelled during those days cannot be overlooked. In this piece, a resident reflects on the Southside’s efforts to host and feed the elders from the La Minga collective.
From football to art classes: How local survivor groups provide a safe haven
Local groups like The Survivor Arts Community and The Cathkin Blazes have been running projects geared towards survivors, with the aim of providing a safe space to socialise, create and play.