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Stargazers invited to Lochwinnoch’s Dark Sky Viewing Nights

Aspiring astronomers are being invited to see the wonders of the night sky in Lochwinnoch as a series of outdoor events take place at the Castle Semple and Muirshiel Country Parks. Stargazers can expect to see close ups of the Moon, Jupiter, far-away galaxies, constellations and even the International Space Station as they are guided through the skies at three events to start the New Year. The event on 22 […]

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Remembering those lost to suicide

Renfrewshire’s annual memorial service to commemorate those who have lost their lives to suicide will be held in Paisley this month. The Memory Tree event, due to be held outside Renfrewshire House on Thursday 18 January, gives bereaved family and friends a chance to come together to remember lost loved ones and celebrate their lives. It also aims to raise awareness of mental health issues and offer a supportive space for […]

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Accord Summer Fayre – 1st July 2023

Accord Hospice are holding their annual Summer Fayre on Saturday 1st July at the Lagoon Leisure Centre from 10am – 3pm. There will be a large variety of stalls to suit all ages – a great day our for all the family! From games to face painters, tea room to baking stalls, we have an amazing variety. Entry is free and all are welcome, a donation bucket will be at […]

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Sma’ Shot Day 2023

Sma’ Shot Day is Paisley’s annual celebration of the historic victory of local weavers in a famous dispute. Sma’ Shot Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of each July, when weaving families would traditionally take their holiday ‘doon the watter’. This year’s celebrations will take place on Saturday 1 July. Sma’ Shot Parade 12pm – 12.45pm Brodie Park to Abbey Close The parade is co-ordinated by Bridgeman Arts in collaboration […]

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YOU COULD BE A WINNER IN THIS YEAR’S CARDWELL GARDENFEST COMPETITION

Gardeners from the Paisley area could be digging for victory if they enter a popular gardening contest. There are prizes of £50 gift vouchers along with trophies to be won in Cardwell Garden Centre’s Gardenfest 2023 competition, and local gardeners are being invited to show off their green-fingered skills. The contest is open to any customers of Cardwell Garden Centre, near Gourock from anywhere in the West of Scotland and […]

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NITEWORKS TO BRING PAISLEY MÒD TO SPECTACULAR CLOSE

First concert on The Royal National Mòd 2023 programme unveiled Folk-electronica powerhouse Niteworks will bring this year’s Royal National Mòd to a spectacular close when they play Paisley Town Hall on Saturday 21st October. The performance is the first in a vibrant programme of fringe concerts, shows, ceilidhs and exhibitions to be announced for Scotland’s premiere Gaelic musical and cultural event taking place across the town between 13 – 21 October 2023. Acclaimed for […]

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PAISLEY’S ‘HIDDEN’ HISTORY UNEARTHED IN NEW MUSEUM

Politicians often refer to the UK as being home to the ‘mother of parliaments’, but few are aware of the role that 19th century Paisley ‘radicals’ played in the fight for democracy and the right to vote to be extended to ordinary workers. Now, social history researchers, are set to bring that history to life, as part of a display in the £45 million refurbishment of Paisley Museum by focussing on […]

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