From the book, “Blantyre Glasgow Road South – The Real Story” by Paul Veverka (c) 2017 Clydeview Shopping Centre – West In 1980, Clydeview Shopping Centre’s western block opened on the former site of Central garage, Nimmo’s Land, Bloomfield Cottage and the Stonefield Parish School. Built of brick and slate in similar style […]
As well as books bought in the Gala days this month, it was a great month online too, with 90 Blantyre Project books sold in June 2017 to several different countries. The royalties of this are going entirely towards a brand new large HD Smart TV for Blantyre Library. Library staff approached me […]
The history of lending books in Blantyre can be traced back as far as 1897. By the 1890’s books could be bought at any of the nine local booksellers, stationers or newsagents, but it was a relatively new concept to be able to go into a public library and hire out a book. The Blantyre […]
It seems appropriate this year to look at some of the history of Blantyre’s library, as its been 60 years this Summer since the public library first opened its doors. Many people will be aware of the old Library at Calder Street (since demolished) and that it is now relocated to the corner of Glasgow […]
Today I have wonderful news of something going to become a very regular feature for Blantyre. I’m proud to announce that from today, “The Blantyre Project Monthly Newsletter” goes on sale at just 50p, with every single penny being donated to local charity, The Haven! This historical newsletter features more stories and photos about Blantyre’s […]