Mapping Queer Experiences in Glasgow’s Southside
Delve into Glasgow's Southside on Queering the Map, an online platform cataloguing anonymous LGBTQ+ experiences, from joyous moments to acts of courage. Contribute to the archive and celebrate LGBT History Month by uncovering hidden stories.
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.
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.
Forragear alimentos pode ajudar a nos conectar?
Forragear e permanecer conectado à natureza pode nos ajudar a melhorar nosso bem-estar físico e mental. Rhys Delany juntou-se a um dos muitos passeios de forrageamento oferecidos ao redor do Southside para descobrir mais.
Can Foraging Help us Feel Connected?
Foraging staying connected to nature can help us improve both our mental and physical wellbeing. Rhys Delany joined one of the many foraging walks offered around the Southside to find out more.
Paying Homage to Home and Putting Govanhill on the Map
Govanhillian Jillian Mendoza, a life-long resident of the neighbourhood, talks about growing up in the area, the local arts scene, their identity, and their faith, and how exciting new changes to the local community allow for such freedom of self expression.
Your Pictures: Govanhill and Queen's Park in the Winter
For the festive issue of the magazine, we asked our readers to send us their best photos of Govanhill in the winter. Here are some of our faves of snow in and around Queen’s Park.
Last Chance to Make Your Voice Heard in Local Consultations
Want to have your voice heard on local issues? There are currently consultations on the council’s South Central Development Framework, which covers Govanhill and lighting in Queen’s Park.
Ash Dieback: A Loss to Queen’s Park
There are 460 Ash Trees in Queen’s Park. Half of them will die in the foreseeable future because of a disease known as Ash Dieback. The future of the park’s arboreal landscape is very much in our hands.
New picnic benches in Queen's Park, gifted by the Roma community
Thanks to the work of local Roma group, Rom Romeha, Queen's Park has more spaces for friends and family to gather this summer. The activists from the Roma community, with the support of Glasgow City Council, built picnic benches in the park.
Digging into the History of Queen’s Park
Queen’s Park has stirred the interest of historians and archeologists for a long time. In this article, Ken McElroy explores the fascinating history of how the popular space has been used over time by digging beneath the surface.
Imagine a Glasgow built by and for women…
What could be done to make Glasgow feel more safe for women? On International Women’s Day, Becki Menzies considers what it might take for Glasgow’s urban infrastructure better support the needs of women and non-binary people.
'Did you know...' Queen's Park Fun Facts
For many, Queen’s Park became a lifeline during the lockdown. Scotland’s wild places were tantalisingly off limits, and I felt so lucky to have such a large and exciting green space on our doorstep. These facts will give you a peek into some of Queen’s Park’s secrets without leaving the comfort of your home
The Horn-Violinist of Govanhill: Meet the man keeping Queen's Park musical
Every day, Vasily Teglas sets off from home with a suitcase carrying a loud speaker and a traditional Romanian horn-violin. He unpacks by a bench in Queen’s Park and plugs into his amp, striking up with the sounds of Scottish, Romanian and pop music.