South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

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.

Cost: Free admission

The Creative Clay Exhibition showcases the work produced by participants who attend South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture’s Arts Development adults and childrens ceramics classes held in Hamilton Town House. There are some wonderful pieces on display made using different ceramics techniques.

If you are interested in participating in any of the Arts Development ceramics classes, please email artsdevelopment@southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk.

Cost: Free admission

 

Rutherglen Repertory Theatre and Rutherglen Town Hall proudly presents an evening of One Act Plays.

Cheque Please

Have you ever been on a blind date? No? Well, join this gentleman and young lady as they try and find true love on a series of, shall we say, curious encounters. After witnessing what they go through, will you be excited to go on one of your own? Or will it encourage you to have a microwave dinner for one and watch a movie. Join them on their journey and find out.

Last Call For Carrot Cake

We have all been there, sitting in the doctor’s surgery trying to mind your own business.

The last thing you need is a loudmouth fellow patient trying to pry into your private life. To top it all off the receptionist is grating on that last nerve you have left. All of a sudden, a strange man enters the waiting room. He is dressed unusually. Is he a drifter? A man of no fixed abode? Or something more sinister. They are all about to find out.

Available to book online or by calling Rutherglen Town Hall on 0141 613 5700.

Cost: £8.00 / £7.00 concession (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

The Scottish Comedians stars five fantastic comedians!

The Scottish Comedians show is possibly the best comedy show you will see - with an amazing variety of comedians, all worthy of their own show!

After a hugely successful tour in 2024, the 2025 show promises to have another outstanding line up of headline comedians!

On the bill for Lanark Memorial Hall will be Des Clarke, Des McLean, Gareth Mutch, Jo Jo Sutherland and Gareth Waugh.

The Scottish Comedians are all brilliantly funny and all are performing for you on one special night.

We are bringing the best in Scottish Comedy to Lanark. The Scottish Comedians brings you different styles of comedy from the finest comedians from Scotland.

This is guaranteed to be one of the funniest nights out you will have in 2025!

Age guidance: 16+ Please note the performance may contain strong language and adult themes.

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

Cost: £24.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

La Dolce Vita Swing Collective return to East Kilbride Arts Centre bringing with them their own brand of swing jazz.

This marvellous swing jazz band sprinkle a little sparkle as they make their way through songs made famous by some of the best performers that graced the golden age of the Las Vegas stage. They also turn their hand to more contemporary music, performing swing jazz cover versions of popular pop songs and they throw in a few classic Italian pop songs with a La Dolce Vita swing jazz feel.

La Dolce Vita promises to make this a fabulous sing along and dance along night out!!!

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

Cost: £16.00 / £14.00 concession (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)