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Formerly Yorkhill and Kelvingrove Development Trust. Getting about, accessibility, community, placemaking, urban design and just joy in being.

[Glasgow Live @Glasgow_Live]

We can't wait to see this take shape 🙌 https://t.co/qNEpfoxDvV

[The Pyramid at Anderston @thepyramid_scot]

** Merry Christmas **
Wishing you all a lovely (safe) and healthy festive time!

We're closed over the winter break, and will reopen on Thurs 6 Jan - 9am.

Here's a great list of services & helplines being provided in Glasgow over the festive period:
https://t.co/C8Hoc7htI6

[NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde @NHSGGC]

If you would like to be vaccinated before Christmas, we currently have thousands of appointments available for tomorrow and Thursday, at a range of times, at Scotland's national stadium, Hampden Park in Glasgow. Please book at @NHSInform & we will look forward to seeing you soon.

[Get About It @YorkhillT]

@TwiterTwouble Oh that's disappointing, I remember your excitement on here. Are @BikeforGoodGla going to run it again? Hope you can get on next time.

[Bike for Good Glasgow @BikeforGoodGla]

The moment you've all been waiting for! 🚲
You can now buy bikes and parts from us Tuesday - Saturday at BOTH our West and South hubs! Last day of shopping in 2021 is Thurs 23rd 🎁
Other service info ⬇️
https://t.co/dsxo32nXZp

[The Pyramid at Anderston @thepyramid_scot]

* CORRECTION *
Funding deadline for the Yorkhill & Anderston Covid Recovery Fund is *MONDAY* 20th December.
Not, Thursday - as stated in our previous post.

[The Pyramid at Anderston @thepyramid_scot]

COVID SUPPORT FUND | APPLICATION DEADLINE : Thurs 20 Dec
Got an idea for an event or activity to safely bring people in the community together in the new year? Apply for a grant of £100 - £1000 to make it happen!
Email [email protected] for info.

[The Pyramid at Anderston @thepyramid_scot]

* WINTER WELLBEING *
There's a couple of places left on our relaxing online facial masterclass.
Pick up your Aveda goodies from us in advance, then join on ZOOM | Thur 9 Dec - 7pm
Take some time out during the festive prep!
£2.50 per person. Email [email protected] to book.

[The Pyramid at Anderston @thepyramid_scot]

FOOD SHARE TODAY! 12 noon – 2pm
We are providing free soup and bread, and a bag of fruit.
OPEN TO ALL!

[Bike for Good Glasgow @BikeforGoodGla]

Want to win a brand-new bike on Christmas Day? 🎁 All you have to do is ride your bike in December! Every day you ride, you’ll also have the chance to win prizes like a jacket from Proviz, gloves from Loffi or a Bike Cave.

Register: https://t.co/jOUy2pZRJ8
@LovetoRide_

[The Pyramid at Anderston @thepyramid_scot]

FESTIVE HAMPERS
If you or someone you know needs a little extra help this winter, nominate for a free hamper: https://t.co/B4yLRFwOe8 by Thurs 9 Dec.
You can also DONATE here: https://t.co/SqFb9UvZHG

[Get About It @YorkhillT]

@PyramidAnderst1 That was epic. Thanks @PyramidAnderst1 the silent disco was the closest I've been to being out out for a while. Hands in the air!!! Really well organised event, felt safe, yet fun. Thanks again for all you do for the community. Nice to meet @4wheeledweegie & see @AngusCMillar too

[The Pyramid at Anderston @thepyramid_scot]

CHRISTMAS 🎄 JUMPERS, WINTER COATS & SCHOOL UNIFORM
Collect between 2.30-3.30pm TODAY! All welcome!

[The Pyramid at Anderston @thepyramid_scot]

FOOD SHARE TODAY! 12 noon – 2pm
We are providing free soup and bread, and a bag of fruit.
OPEN TO ALL!

[Yorkhill Green Spaces @yorkhillgreen]

Come join us in Yorkhill Park on Sunday 5th December at 1pm for a fun day of native tree & hedgerow planting at Yorkhill Park.🌳💚🌳

Trees kindly provided by @OVOEnergy & @TCVScotland💚

Please bring work gloves if you have them. Study shoes/boots recommended. All welcome!

[Get About It @YorkhillT]

Love the scale of these buildings, as well as the car-free design. The density feels human.

[Qagggy! @Qagggy]

Amsterdam is building seven new car-free residential islands in Houthaven, which they are calling a climate-neutral development.

[COP26 @COP26]

We’re working with #COP26 Partner @IKEAUK to donate the furniture used at the summit in a meaningful and impactful way.

Learn more 👇
https://t.co/DlHZEnJfIr

[Summer Nights at The Bandstand @SummernightsKGB]

Announcing new additions to next year's line up!

Adding singer-songwriter and activist @billybragg, the iconic American rock band @PIXIES, Stornoway’s rip-roaring @peatanddiesel and award-winning singer-songwriter @lauramvula.

Tickets for the new shows go live at 9am on Friday.

[Get About It @YorkhillT]

@UrbanistTOC @RantyHighwayman @ShowMeASignBryn @Phil_PJA @CatrionaSwanson @harts_cyclery @tricyclemayor West Nile St South from St Vincent Street in Glasgow. Short stretch but effective.

[Graeme Eddolls @GEddolls]

One final #COP26 thing - this is open to *everyone* in #Glasgow to reflect on what happens next. Please RT/share around so as many people can input as possible
https://t.co/iam7cenTU6