1. FEELING like a bit of an ogre in this unexpected heat? Or are you shimmering like a princess? Either way, I have the perfect treat in mind. Shrek, arguably the funniest fairytale, is coming to the big outdoor screen at Pollok House in Glasgow. Deckchairs and popcorn, funnies and sunshine. What’s not to love? From 1pm-3.30pm today, for only £11 for grown-ups and £5 for the weans. What a great start to the summer holidays. All the details are at https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/events/shrek-outdoor-cinema
2. FANCY having some fun and helping to save the planet at the same time? What could be better for the soul? Edinburgh’s Climate Festival 2019 is on Saturday from 12 noon until 9pm. Highlights include: live music and dance, guest speakers, the family and kids area, market and food stalls, upcycling workshops, face painting, henna painting, big swap shop (bring along your clothes and books to swap), free yoga classes, street food and drinks. Free.
3. IN a suitable event during Pride Month, Out for Indy are relaunching in Dundee on Friday at the Dalhousie building. MPs Angela Crawley and Hannah Bardell are speaking. It’ll be great. Go along and show support. Be an ally, not an eejit. 7pm-9pm.
4. DUNDEE is getting it right again with another event. Music Is The Answer is a brilliant summer all-dayer on Saturday featuring big names and great tunes brought to Mains Castle by Nick Warren & Steve Parry. This summery house extravaganza dance party kicks off at 1pm. All details on their fb page. £28. https://www.facebook.com/events/425818087953048/
5. THE lady boys of Bangkok are also hitting Dundee. Some say it’s the greatest show in the world, and it’s certainly the glitziest this side of Vegas. If cabaret is your thing, then this is for you in a big way. It’s £12 at the Sabai Pavilion, July 2-6. Tickets are available at http://www.ladyboysofbangkok.co.uk
6. One Big Picnic – One Big Community! A free, open-air community meal for everyone in Glasgow’s George Square. Now on its third year, this volunteer-led, grass-roots community event aims to promote the unity and dignity of all the people by sharing quality food, conversation and fun. Today, 12 noon until 3pm. Free.
7. This column is a big fan of Street Food Social, and it’s back today at 249 Govan Road, a great big experience hidden in an old disused factory that hosts the best line-up of street food (13 traders), a fully licensed bar, a big beer garden, live acoustic music and DJs. There’s also a retro games arcade, face painters and balloon twisters, loads of classic board games to play with – and what’s more, it’s wean and dug friendly. Only £2 entry with weans and unwaged free. https://www.facebook.com/events/427166504543097/
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