Glasgow book groups blog

Unbeatable ebook deals, handpicked recommendations, and updates from your favorite authors. Glasgow contemporary fiction discussion group index title. Ask any of glasgow s older residents to name a book about their hometown and they will more than likely mention no mean city, a title which has come to embody the experiences of an entire workingclass generation. So expect different genres, themes and other awesomeness. As scotlands biggest city, youre truly spoilt for choice when it comes to filling your itinerary with all the things to do in glasgow. Jul, 2011 at glasgow libraries we are passionate about books, and our reading groups are one of the ways we share this passion with our readers. Rooms can only be booked for club meetings and events. Glasgow city centre is one of the best shopping destinations in the uk, outside of londons west end, and when it comes to nightlife, glasgow knows what its doing. Glasgow blog what to do in glasgow people make glasgow. Images and permissions all images on the website are either used with permission of the publisher, author or interviewee such as, but not limited to, book covers and press photos or are owned by. Get recommendations for free and discounted ebooks from our expert editorial team, from bestsellers to hidden gems. Book groups in glasgow libraries glasgwegians have always loved their libraries and they love to talk so local libraries have set up book groups which facilitate their desire to talk about the books they have read with other people.

So i thought id help to convince a few people to add to put glasgow on their itineraries and put together a list of 50 useful travel tips for glasgow. With a diverse culinary scene, abundance of pubs and bars as well as some of the uks best music venues, this is the city for the night owls. They cannot be used or booked on behalf of any third party groups that clubs have an association with, either formal or informal for example, external businesses and charities. Glasgow travel blog 5 things you have to do in the city. Nice to see everyone once again as well, as ever, some new faces. Read our blog post and discover some of glasgows cool and quirky spots. All courses provided by the glasgow school of massage are professional and accredited by the fht federation of holistic therapists and designed for qualified massage and beauty therapists. For each meeting we choose a collection, or sometimes two pamphlets, to discuss. Other less obvious gems can be found dotted around the city. Private psychotherapist and counsellor in glasgow telephone and video call appointments available. Shoreditch kings cross st pancras liverpool street canary wharf westminster paddington glasgow edinburgh haymarket kensington olympia. I have always thought that my adopted hometown glasgow doesnt get the credit it deserves, as shinier destinations like edinburgh or the isle of skye draw in the majority of scotland tourists.

Hear stories of the characters who created scotlands largest city and laid the ground work for it to become the largest exporter of bottled beer in the world all while enjoying a beer from scotlands award winning breweries. If you are a member of the group then you can find out what the current novel is that we. The five scored 78, the seven deaths of evelyn hardcastle 73. The tour reveals some of the station buildings hidden secrets, taking you right from the top of its glass roof to a forgotten victorian village. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Room bookings gusrc gusrc glasgow university students. Great that the debate and discussion was as interesting as ever on two books that went down very well scoring the highest marks of the year to date. May 17, 20 posts about glasgow book groups written by helenmackinven. On request courses can also be delivered in your own spa, salon, clinic or place of work for groups if you.

First 15 min free contact us 07792272095 book and appointment send an email 07792 272095 monday friday 0800. This is a complete guide to mackintosh architecture in glasgow and which museums, shops and tours to add to your mackintosh itinerary. Partick vip visually impaired book group next meeting friday 8th march, 23pm to talk about jackie kays memoir red dust road. Girl around glasgow a few ramblings about my life in. There are worse addictions to have and its a fairly inexpensive and harmless enough obsession. Read more top 10 american restaurants in london to get you in the nfl spirit 11th october 2019 top 10 american restaurants in london to get you in the nfl spirit. Oct 04, 2017 more than 800 people across the city are members of glasgow libraries affiliated book groups, reaping the benefits of having a book group library membership. Alexander mcarthur no mean city a grim and unflinching read, no mean city was first published in 1935. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. Meetup at your hotel or accommodation can be requested, or your local host will meet you at a convenient location close to the start of your experience. Glasgow autonomous space gas is an autonomous social centre that provides space for groups working to fight capitalism and other forms of oppression about the space gas was established in march 2016 when we took on the lease of a. Glasgow beer tour join us on a walking tour of glasgows new town to discover the story of the city through beer. Nordic visitor travel agency is a tour operator and route planner for scotland. The next book group will meet on wednesday 29th january at 7pm in the main cca bar and well be continue reading erato in november the next book group choice is erato by deryn reesjones, published by seren.

The glasgow book club glasgow, united kingdom meetup. Each month, we pick a book by vote from all the suggestions, we read it and we meet to discuss our thoughts. If your club, community group, organisation, event or charity needs volunteers or needs help inspiring, managing or retaining them then this is the place to be. Ask any of glasgows older residents to name a book about their hometown and they will more than likely mention no mean city, a title which has come to embody the experiences of an entire workingclass generation.

Half is set in glasgow, half in the glaswegian hell of. Our travel guides feature popular events, museums, cafes, bars and restaurant hot spots. I was flattered to be asked to write a guest post on any aspect of reading for glasgow book groups blog and it made me realise how much time i spend reading. Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your local host. The harry potter guide to edinburgh 04th october 2019 the harry potter guide to. Volunteer glasgow blog archive covid19 what volunteers. The novel is set in the 1930s in gorbals, an area on the south bank of the river clyde once characterised by its lack of jobs, severe poverty and proliferation of violence. One honeymoon, three hen dos, four weddings, a new dog, a house move and a new job later and 2018 is almost at an end and its safe to say its been a busy year. Volunteer glasgow is working closely with its third sector interface partners and the wider 3 rd and public sectors to support the response to covid19.

Discover the real glasgow with a local host, exploring the city on. Glasgow libraries to celebrate the importance of book groups. At point a hotels we know what makes a good hotel, but we decided to find out what business travellers want the most when theyre travelling for work. As we all adapt to these new circumstances and needs we cant always promise an instant answer to your questions but well work with you and other relevant organisations. Shutterstock delve into the history and popular culture of scotlands largest. Blogs on london, glasgow and edinburgh point a hotels. Affiliated clubs are eligible to book rooms from both the src and central timetabling. Glasgow autonomous space gas is an autonomous social centre that provides space for groups working to fight capitalism and other forms of oppression about the space gas was established in march 2016 when we took on the lease of a large warehouse building in tradeston, glasgow. City apartments in glasgow are spotless and well cared for apartments within easy walking distance from the busy centre of town near to all the bars and cafes you could want. Glasgow poetry book group meets every two months to discuss contemporary poetry.

Jan 22, 2020 first thing in the morning, head downstairs from the hotel to glasgow central station to join the 10am building tour. Through this blog, we aim to provide you with a unique insight into the world of books in glasgow. Posted in casual, glasgow eating and tagged authentic pizza, food blog, girl around glasgow, glasgow, glasgow blog, glasgow food blog, glasgow pizza, paesano, parsano glasgow, restaurant blog, scotland, scottish blogger on february 21, 2016 by laura simpson. We will have room for approximately 20 stalls on cheapside street, glasgow for the end of the march on 17th august.

So heres my 48hour itinerary for the perfect weekend in glasgow. We might not like that particular book or we might love it the book club is designed for everyone to discover something new and to expand our literary knowledge. Well, our first ever online book club went very smoothly. Have an unforgettable customized holiday experience with local travel experts and take the stress out of planning it on your own. The src provides around the clock support to all clubs and societies through funding, training, facilities and services.

We get ideas of what to read from prize shortlists such as. Great base to see glasgow from, and you can save money on eating out by self catering. Glasgwegians have always loved their libraries and they love to talk so local libraries have set up book groups which facilitate their desire to talk about the books they have read with other people. Discussions and opinions about selected local news. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Glasgow mixes historic sandstone buildings and modern architecture, awardwinning museums and live music venues, quirky shops and innovative restaurants. At glasgow libraries we are passionate about books, and our reading groups are one of the ways we share this passion with our readers. Apr 06, 2018 2018 marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of charles rennie mackintosh, possibly the most famous architect to hail from glasgow and leading figure of the art nouveau movement. We like to read recently published work and often pick debut collections to contrast with more established writers. Jun 08, 2015 alasdair grays most famous novel is a postmodern rendering of the divine comedy and a curious mix of social realism and dark fantasy. We support a growing network of book groups around glasgow here we list the groups that are currently looking for members. Welcome to the website of the glasgow contemporary fiction discussion group on this site you will find lots of information about our book club. Glasgow has inspired countless writers, and been immortalised in even more books both factual and fictional photo.

Volunteer glasgow and our partners have a range of services to offer and there are many ways in which we can help. First thing in the morning, head downstairs from the hotel to glasgow central station to join the 10am building tour. Reading groups play an important role in discovering and celebrating debut authors, building audiences and influencing library and bookseller stock selection. Get alerted about discounts, new releases, and preorders from your favorite authors.

Heres my post my name is helen and im a bookaholic. This page is for all you bookworms in glasgow who would like to meet up in our local librarys and discuss books together in person. George square is the central square in glasgow city which continues to be used for public meetings and gatherings, protests, celebrations and concerts. Discover the best things to see and do in london, glasgow and edinburgh.

With plenty of free to visit attractions and great transport links, heres your guide to what glasgow has to offer. The project cafe, 4 renfrew street, glasgow g3 6st join the townhead area foodsharing hub at project cafe for a multicourse meal tackling food waste. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Find groups in glasgow, scotland about book clubs and meet people in your local community who share your interests. I wish i could say that lock down has at least forced me to make a dent in my ever growing to be read pile of books, but all i have done is buy more books and continue to abandon the everest of words collecting. You can read more about my exploration of the citys architecture on my glasgow travel blog for people make glasgow. Glasgow poetry book group contemporary poetry book blog. Glasgow, united kingdom book signing events eventbrite. Find aweinspiring lochs within easy reach of edinburgh and glasgow, for the perfect scenic day trip into scotlands famous landscapes. More than 800 people across the city are members of glasgow libraries affiliated book groups, reaping the benefits of having a book group library membership.

Volunteer glasgow will be working to support this response in the. This is a complete guide to mackintosh architecture in glasgow and tells you exactly which museums, shops and tours to add to your mackintosh itinerary. I wrote a quick blog post about a few of the books ive read this month if anyone is looking for some lockdown boredom killers. The two books set in glasgow feature many wellknown places, such as the art school. Launch of the siren awakes in glasgow west end at st louis, cafe bar, 734 dumbarton rd, glasgow g11 6rd linda different from others with illustrated talk, gft 29 january, 2020 first released 100 years ago, almost destroyed in the nazi era, and once believed lost, silent film different from the others is an artistic call for gay liberation. Mar 30, 2017 i have always thought that my adopted hometown glasgow doesnt get the credit it deserves, as shinier destinations like edinburgh or the isle of skye draw in the majority of scotland tourists. The trinity college buildings, the terracotta fountain on glasgow green and, a personal favourite, holmwood house in the south side are all stand outs. The buildings around george square are worth a look, the glasgow city chambers, the queen street railways station, as well as the many statues and tributes to public figures in the square itself, such as. The glasgow diet scottish food blog glasgow food blog.