What’s on 2023 Milngavie week What’s on 2023 Milngavie week

Bookbugs FREE

Date: Tuesday 6th June Time: 2.00pm

Most suitable for babies. Enjoy some gentle songs, rhymes, cuddles and tickles with your toddler or baby at this free fun-filled Bookbugs/Scottish Book Trust session

Booking essential at: kingdom-bearsden/milngavie-library/https://eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-

Kids’ pet cat show FREE

Date: Tuesday 6th June Time: Registration at 6.00pm

Venue: Cairns church hall, Buchanan Street

Tell the judge all about your cat or kitten, and how you look after it.

Pizzeria Scualo with Mauro

Date: Tuesday 6th June Time: 7.00pm – 10.00pm

Book talk with local author Julie Shackman

Date: Tuesday 6th June Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Venue: Gavin’s Mill café

Discussing her writing, including her 6th new novel “A Scottish Country Escape”. Signed copies available to buy. Tickets in advance £7, including light refreshment, www.gavinsmill.org/events

Kids’ Dig at the Mill FREE

Date: Tuesday 6th June Time: 3.30pm – 5.00pm

Venue: Gavin’s Mill Courtyard

Suitable for 3 years and up. Dig for ancient artefacts in our Roman sandpits, learn all about the treasures unearthed from our local historians. Pre-book slots 3.30pm/ 4.00pm/4.30pm at www.gavinsmill.org/events

Venue: Fullbacks

Head chef Mauro, born to food enthusiasts in Sicily, will reveal ALL of his secrets to perfecting

Sourdough Neapolitan Pizza. Tickets £10 per person (pre book at info@fpizza.co.uk)

Guided Floral Walk – Milngavie in Bloom FREE

Date: Wednesday 7th Time: 10.00am; 2.00pm; 7.00pm

Venue: meet outside Fraser Centre

Since 2008 Milngavie in Bloom have been sprucing up our local environment through a volunteer programme. Join some members for a guided floral walk of our town.

A wonderful selection of Cards, Gifts, Balloons and Home Accessories. For all occasions and tastes. Pop in and see us!

3 Scoop Sundaes

3 Scoop Sundaes

3 Scoop Sundaes

Since 1928 Colpi Gelateria chocolate

Colpi Caffe

38 Main Street, Milngavie

G62 6BU 0141 956 2040

Colpi Gelateria

21 Main street, Milngavie, G62 6BJ 0141 956 2779

Tel: 0141 956 2040

£3.95 topped with freshly whipped cream 38 Main Street, Milngavie, Glasgow, G62 6DU

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£3.95 topped with freshly whipped cream 38 Main Street, Milngavie, Glasgow, G62 6DU

Artisan ice cream, freshly made daily 1pm - 9pm Purecolpi.co.uk caramel

Tel: 0141 956 2040

£3.95 topped with freshly whipped cream 38 Main Street, Milngavie, Glasgow, G62 6DU Tel: 0141 956 2040

Milngavie in Bloom – Clean Sweep

Date Wednesday 7th Time: 10.00am

Venue: meet outside Fraser Centre

Join MiB litter picking team during Milngavie Week and help make a difference to our town. All welcome.

Dog Show FREE

Date: Wednesday 7th June Time: 6.30pm

Venue: CE Centre, Milngavie

Fun event looking for Best Puppy, Best Young Dog, Best Senior Dog, Best Groomed, Waggiest Tail, Dog the Judge would like to take home. Goody bags for all entrants.

Island of Scotland with John Mcleod

Date: Wednesday 9th June Time: 7.00pm – 11.45pm

Venue: Finsbay Lounge

John’s hospitality journey started in Benbecula and he and his kitchen team will create the perfect food and drinks menu to transport you to the islands, leaning on local produce. Tickets £10 per person must be pre booked (info@fpizza.co.uk)

Circular Walk to Craigton Cottages FREE

Date: Thursday 8th June Time: 10.00am

Venue: Meet at Milngavie CE Centre and Library

Circular walk approx. 4.5 miles with Bearsden and Milngavie Ramblers – River Allander-Craigton Road-Farmhouse and cottages – Milngavie Golf Club and West Highland Way to Library. Advise walking boots if wet, otherwise walking shoes or firm trainers. All welcome.

Circle Dance FREE

Date: Thursday 8th June Time: 1.45pm – 2.45pm

Venue: Milngavie Precinct beside Fraser Centre (If raining, we dance in St Andrews Church Hall, Stewart Street)

Circle dance is a form of community dance with music and dances from around the world. Milngavie Circle Dance Group invites you to come and dance with us.

All ages and all abilities welcome.

Stitch a Santorini Sunset FREE

Date: Thursday 8th June Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm

Venue: St Joseph’s Church Hall

Stitch workshop, recommended 16+

Using mainly simple Couching, create a spectacular sunset. All materials provided. To book email rutelin@sky.com

What’s on 2023 Milngavie week

What’s on 2023 Milngavie week

Pond Dipping FREE

Date: Thursday 8th June Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Venue: CE Centre pond, Allander Road

Suitable for all ages of children. Wear wellies. Parents must accompany all children. All pond dipping equipment provided.

Debating event “The Thing” FREE

Date: Friday 9th June

Time: all day

Venue: Douglas Academy Teams from Milngavie and Bearsden Primary Schools will spend the day debating a range of topics including food security, cost of living, social media, climate change and local government. You are welcome to join the audience.

Venue: Fullbacks

Open Mic with Sam FREE Date: Thursday 8th June Time: 8.00pm – 11.00pm

Join us for our weekly open mic calling local singers old and new and of all levels. For Milngavie Week we are happy to offer a beer/house wine to every performer and FREE entry.

9 a side Football Festival (Primary age) FREE

Date: Friday 9th June Time: Kick off 6.00pm

Venue: Rangers Training Centre

7 + 9 a side football festival for Under 12s.

Spectators welcome.

Cocktail Masterclass

Author Presentation FREE

Date: Thursday 8th June Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Date: Friday 9th June Time: 8.00pm – 12.00am

Venue: Charlies Loft

Venue: Milngavie Library

“Inspired by True Events”. Local author Maura McRobbie will describe how personal and historical “true events” have motivated and inspired her writing. How real experiences can be woven into fascinating fiction.

A special guest with years of cocktail-making experience will use the perfect environment to show how perfect cocktails are made. Tickets are £10 per person and must be pre booked at (info@fpizza.co.uk)

What’s on 2023 Milngavie week

Music at the Mill: Jack Law and Raging Twilight

Date: Friday 9th June Time: 7.00pm – 9.30pm

Venue: Gavin’s Mill Courtyard or café (weather dependent)

Join us for a cracking night of live music, featuring Jaw Brew Bar and café serving our Mezze menu Tickets in advance, £12 from www.gavinsmill.org/events

Family Activity Midge-making Workshop FREE

Date: Saturday 10th June Time: starts 2.30pm

What’s on 2023 Milngavie week

Bearsden and Milngavie Highland Games FREE

Date: Saturday 10th June Time: 10.00am – 5.00pm

Venue: West of Scotland Rugby Ground

“The best day out ever, for the 50th time”

Clan Cycle Stunt Show, Heavies, Tug O’ War, Highland

Dancing, World Haggis Hurling Championship, Pipe Bands, Beer Tent, Food Venues, Funfair, Craft & Trade Stalls, Dog Training and much more!

Wine Tasting

Venue: Lillie Art Gallery

Age range 7years + (parent/guardian must attend).

Booking essential (0141 956 5536). A family-friendly workshop. Come along and work with some of the Edge Artists to make your very own midge!

Music at the Mill – The Bearsden Fiddlers FREE

Date: Saturday 10th June Time: 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Venue: Gavin’s Mill Courtyard, weather permitting Enjoy some spectacular fiddle playing in our beautiful surroundings by the river. Café open.

Date: Saturday 10th June Time: 12.00pm – 4.00pm

Venue: Finsbay Lounge

Our own qualified wine expert Rob will take guests on a journey through our Wine menu as well as offering some guest recommendations and accompanying dishes. Tickets £20 from info@fpizza.co.uk

Fullbacks Family BBQ

Date: Saturday 10th June Time: 1.00pm – closing

Venue: Fullbacks

A classic summer BBQ party with perfectly cooked treats, live music and themed cocktails. All ages are welcome with something on offer for everyone.