This year’s Milngavie Week is about to begin – with a variety of talks, walks, activities and more on the way.
Milngavie Library is hosting a number of events – many of them free.
Milngavie Week is co-ordinated by Milngavie Community Development Trust in conjunction with various organisations, services and groups.
East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Trust (EDLCT) has organised a range of free events – where appropriate, please book in advance online via Eventbrite – at Milngavie Library:
- ‘Adult Crafternoon’ takes place in Milngavie Library this Saturday (7 June 2025) – from 10.30am-1pm. There will be a sewing session, led by an experienced crafter – learn a new skill or enhance your abilities. The event is free, but places are limited – visit the link for booking details.
- ‘Kids Crafternoon’ also takes place this Saturday (7 June) – 2-4pm. Make a cool Milngavie Week lanyard – free drop-in event at the library, no need to book.
- Rhona Morrison will be discussing her life and journey at Milngavie Library on Monday 9 June, 6-7pm. Rhona has gone from working with dangerous criminals as a forensic psychiatrist to travelling the world as a writer and lecturer. It promises to be a fascinating and thrilling hour, rounded off by a Q&A. Tickets are free, but reserve your seat in advance.
- ‘Silent Book Walk’ – meet at Milngavie Library at 1.15pm on Tuesday 10 June for a leisurely-paced hour's walk, listening to a couple of chapters of 'Me', by Elton John – followed by refreshments and a chat. Free, but booking required. See online event for more details and requirements.
- 'Bedtime Bookbug' on Tuesday 10 June, 5.30-6pm – with songs, rhymes and stories in the library for children up to four years old. Free, but best to reserve a place.
- ‘Ladies Taster Tuesday’ evening – Milngavie Library on Tuesday 10 June from 6-7.30pm – focused on women's health and wellbeing. There will be taster sessions, refreshments, and a chance to chat and chill out. Admission is free, but book via the online link.
- ‘An Evening with Strathkelvin Writers’ Group’ takes place in the library on Wednesday 11 June, from 6.30-8pm. Members will celebrate their latest collection, ‘Sky Painting’, with an inspiring and creative event – featuring readings and reflections from a variety of local authors, with time for questions from the audience too. Again entry is free, but secure a spot via the website.
- An inspirational talk on walking and willpower takes place in Milngavie Library on Thursday 12 June, 6-7pm. Geraldine McFaul strode from Glasgow to Rome in 2023 – a 2,009-mile journey which took her six months on foot. Geraldine will share stories and pictures from her amazing trek, ‘Home to Rome’, as well as explaining what motivated her mission. There will be a cash collection for Mary's Meals and Dementia UK. Tickets are free, but should be reserved in advance.
- Forget ‘The Chase’ – Milngavie Library will be hosting its first-ever ‘Family Quiz’ on Saturday 14 June, 2-4pm. You can take a whole team or attend on your own and join up with others. Tea, coffee, juice and biscuits will be provided. Admission is free, but secure a spot online.
Excitement is growing ahead of Milngavie Week – which will include a range of events at the library. You can enjoy talks, quiz questions, new writing and more. Check online for more information.
In addition, as part of Milngavie Week, this Saturday (7 June) there will be:
- ‘Bookbug’ at the playground in Milngavie town centre – 10-10.30am – with songs, rhymes and stories for children up to four years old. Free, booking not essential.
- A pianist and complimentary tea/coffee at Milngavie Art Club’s Annual Exhibition 2025 – between 2pm and 4pm at the Lillie Art Gallery, Milngavie. Admission free, no need to book.
As well as the free events, there will also be 'Library Line Dancing' at Milngavie Library on Friday 13 June, 5.15-8pm, in association with Playlist for Life. It's a chance to learn some new moves courtesy of experienced teacher Graham Fox. Tea/coffee and snacks provided. Cost is £5 per person (plus booking fee) – secure a place via ticket light.
