The Christmas Cracker Festive Gala Day in Hamilton is taking place today at the Regent Centre. The event features joyful music, decorations, and family-friendly activities, including a visit from Santa between 14:15 and 16:00. This community celebration aims to unite residents and kick off the Christmas season in style.
A festive wreath-making workshop is happening at Blantyre Old Parish Church Hall this Saturday, December 6th, from 3pm to 6pm. Led by Kerry of Wild Thistle Floristry, participants will craft their own Christmas wreath while enjoying Prosecco, hot drinks, and festive treats. The cost is £45 per person, with limited spaces available.
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Whistleberry Road in Blantyre is closed to traffic for emergency gas repairs by SGN. The closure affects westbound traffic between Glasgow Road junction and Whistleberry Industrial Estate from December 4th to 19th, or sooner if completed. Alternative routes are available via the A725 EK Expressway and Glasgow Road.
The Glenlee Parent Council is hosting its annual Christmas Fayre on Friday, 5 December, from 3pm to 5pm. Entry is £1 for adults, free for children. The event features local traders with a variety of goods, seasonal stalls, and unique gifts created by each class, promoting local businesses and festive cheer.
Tomorrow morning, Lanarkshire will experience isolated showers, becoming dry by noon with some bright spells. The day will end windy and wet. This weekend will be milder, with Saturday being largely cloudy and showery, while Sunday starts wet but becomes dry later. Monday will see clearing showers and bright conditions.
A nostalgic old school photo from High Blantyre Primary has surfaced, possibly from the early 1980s. The community is invited to help identify the year and individuals in the photo. Comments with memories can contribute to preserving Blantyre’s history.
St Blane’s Primary will hold its Christmas Fayre on Friday, 5th December, from 3.00pm to 5.30pm. The community is invited to enjoy festive stalls, a visit from Santa, tombola, raffles, and snacks. Donations for prizes are appreciated. Join for a fun, supportive event celebrating the holiday spirit.