Books, movement workshop, Govanhill Community Litter Pick + more inside 👀
The latest stories from our website, including how local people are leading the way in community sponsorship and an important article exploring the increase in measles
Hello folks!
We’ve all been spoiled by the unusual spell of warm weather this spring but sadly this isn’t to last, as of tomorrow we’re expected get our first spot of rain in a wee while, although I’m sure that’s welcome news to the plants!
In this week’s newsletter we have lots of events on book launches and book buying events, so perhaps it’s the ideal time to grab something new to read indoors while the rain washes in - or those of us lucky enough to be jetting off for the summer holidays can take a book away with them to lounge with.
We also have some of the latest stories from our website, including how local people are leading the way in community sponsorship and an important article exploring the increase in measles across the UK (and Govanhill) and how you can protect yourself and your children from the virus.
We also have more information on our first ever Greater Govanhill Writers Meet-up early in June and a QR code below which takes you to our What’sApp Community for those who wish to join our writers group, or receive announcements on local happenings directly to your mobile!
Take care,
-Devon
The latest from the website…
A Glasgow welcome: How local people are leading the way in community sponsorship
Community sponsorship, a grassroots initiative led by the community and supported by Reset UK, works alongside refugee families to resettle them into their new homes, from accessing safe accommodation, navigating local services, registering with a GP, to helping children settle into school.
Measles Prevention in Govanhill: Keeping yourself and your children safe and healthy
Measles cases are on the rise across the UK — including three confirmed in Govanhill this year. Despite a readily available and effective vaccine, uptake is falling. Why are people opting out, and what does this mean for community health?
For more local stories make sure to visit greatergovanhill.com for all the latest news from in and around the neighbourhood 🗞️
What’s happening around the neighbourhood…
📖 The Roma: A Travelling History book launch TONIGHT from 6pm with author Madeline Potter at The Roma Cultural Centre. Celebrate the launch of the memoir, travelogue and history of an othered and misunderstood people with an author talk, book excerpt readings and refreshments. Free but booking required via Eventbrite 📖
📚 Pluto Q Community Reading Room are hosting a Magic Market this Saturday 24 May from 1-6pm. They’ve got some stalls lined up from folks like @plantpoweredpoet and @alittlenote as well as secondhand books from @categoryisbooks (in support of Trans Harm Reduction) and some tombola prizes courtesy of @settlersshawlands 📚
🕌 The community is saddened by the recent passing of Sister Tallat Haq, manageress of Al-Khair Foundation on Victoria Road. A memorial service will be held at the Glasgow Central Mosque this Saturday 24 May from 6-9pm, which will be led by the Chairman and Founder of the Al-Khair Foundation, Imam Qasim Rashid Ahmad. Entry is free for all on RSVP: email glasgow@alkhair.org to attend 🕌
🧎Movement Workshop with Penny Chivas on Wednesday 28 May from 11am-1pm at The Work Room at The Tramway. Dance artists and organiser Penny Chivas asks what it means to resist with our bodies, to move in solidarity and the physicality of protest. Themes will be rooted in climate justice and organising. To sign up email penny.chivas@posteo.net. Walk-ins also available.🧎
🚮 Govanhill Community Litter Pick on Saturday 31 May from 10:30am at Govanhill Free Church. Get stuck in with the Govanhill Community Litter Pick this month, with refreshments provided after the clean-up. Follow @govanhill_litterpick for updates on future events 🚮
✍️ First Greater Govanhill Writers Meet-up in the Community Newsroom on June 2, from 6:15-7:45pm. Join the Greater Govanhill team and fellow writers, aspiring or active, for an evening in the Community Newsroom. It’s the chance to meet other contributors of the magazine to get to know one another a bit better, chat through some ideas and enjoy refreshments provided ✍️
🎆 Fireworks Control Zone Consultation – Govanhill. Glasgow City Council is inviting residents of Govanhill to have their say on a proposed Fireworks Control Zone in the area. A consultation survey has been launched to gather public feedback, with responses helping shape the final decision. The deadline to complete the survey is 18 June 2025. Information is available in alternative formats and languages upon request. Contact NRSPIMU@glasgow.gov.uk for more details 🎆
♿ Disability Welfare Cuts Consultation – Respond by 30 June. The UK Government is consulting on proposed disability welfare cuts. The public can submit feedback until 30 June 2025 via an online form Key events: Glasgow in-person event on 10 June (ticketed) & Virtual topic-based sessions running through May and June. The online form includes open-ended questions and background details. While many are critical of the process, it's one way to voice your opinions ♿
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