Jennifer Lightbody

RMARA, Archivist @WDCHeritage and Archives & Collections Assistant @gsaarchives, MSc Info Mgmt & Presn @UofGInfoStudies. Shipbuilding background. Views my own.

[Lorraine @Wolf_Q4]

Come along to the first of my two talks about Miss Cranston for #Glasgow850 hosted by @AThomsonSociety @GlasgowLib
"The life of Catherine Cranston"
Date: 3 may • 1pm • Free admission
Location: Mitchell Library, Glasgow
https://t.co/xJTynIucKZ

[Lorraine @Wolf_Q4]

Here is the link for the second of my two talks about Miss Cranston for #Glasgow850 hosted by @AThomsonSociety @GlasgowLib
"The Glasgow Tearooms of Miss Cranston"
Date: 10 may • 1pm • Free admission
Location: Mitchell Library, Glasgow
https://t.co/EXGJVYgnVT

[WDC Arts & Heritage @WDCHeritage]

A quick reminder of our next family history presentations, coming up on Wednesday next week, the 29th.

Are you interested in tracing your family history? Why not come along to our back to back FREE presentations for beginners and intermediates? Full details in the poster below.

[WDC Arts & Heritage @WDCHeritage]

Are you interested in tracing your family history? Why not come along to our back to back FREE presentations for beginners and intermediates? Full details in the poster below.

[Adele Redhead 🖤 @delredhead]

Calling all #archives folks… we are thinking of changing the name of the MSc at Glasgow. If you can spare 3 mins, could you fill out this form (and we’re looking at getting a view from everyone, former IMP or not). Thanks!
https://t.co/d69siHxzBQ

[GSA Archives @GSAArchives]

Reminder! Applications close on Sunday 28 July for the role of Engagement Assistant.
If you're keen for a fast-paced, hands-on museum job with an emphasis on audience engagement through exhibitions and social media - apply now!
https://t.co/MxYBgCs6iu

[GSA Archives @GSAArchives]

Job alert!

We're seeking dynamic, pro-active, creative applicants for the new role of Engagement Assistant, to increase the audience for GSA’s heritage collections through web content, social media, and exhibitions.

Closing date, 28 July. Apply now!
https://t.co/wuMnyTOXRf

[WDC Arts & Heritage @WDCHeritage]

Our last On This Day for a few weeks. Today in 1965 saw HM Queen Elizabeth II visiting #Clydebank and taking a tour of the Singer Factory.

[Jennifer Lightbody @jll_archives]

@JaneyP_Wils Wow!

[West Dunbartonshire Libraries @wdclibraries]

Pop into #Dumbarton library for trip down memory lane, great chat, and a cup of tea to boot!

[WDC Arts & Heritage @WDCHeritage]

Launched at #Clydebank today in 1951, the Kipawa. She was built for Unitas Inc, Panama, she went through many name and ownership changes before being scrapped in 1973.
You don't see much of her here, but we think this is a brilliant photo.

[West Dunbartonshire Libraries @wdclibraries]

If you're an adult who loves Lego, why not join us for a morning of building in #Clydebank library this Saturday?

Saturday 27th April
Drop-in from 10am to 12pm, no need to book
Bring your own set or use the library Lego
Bring a friend, or make a new one 🙂

[UofG Information Studies @UofGInfoStudies]

In celebration of Dr Johanna’s Green's life and work, we invite you to join us for the first Annual Lecture in her honour, 24th April at 5.00pm https://t.co/vKGroyUKMO
@UofGlasgow @UofGArtsHums @UofGlasgowASC

[West Dunbartonshire Libraries @wdclibraries]

Well worth a visit! (if we do say do ourselves)
Another great video of one of our beautiful, thriving, essential libraries, thanks Clydesider ❤️

[WDC Arts & Heritage @WDCHeritage]

Taken today in 1934, an interior shot of the Singer Factory, #Clydebank. We think this is Dept 21, which involved buffing and polishing. Let us know if you can confirm this.

[Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage @MuseumScotFire]

The Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage is looking for a Heritage Outreach and Education Officer to join our team on a permanent basis. Salary range is 36,194 - £38,944 per year (35 per week). Apply by 9th April on https://t.co/8XCtykMQne

[EDLC Culture @EDLC_Culture]

An advertising postcard produced for John Peter builder in the 1930s. Many of these houses were built in Lenzie around the Middlemuir Road area. This is from archive collection of James Peter, former Provost of Kirkintilloch (GD49).

[WDC Arts & Heritage @WDCHeritage]

Will Wilson`s new photography exhibition opens in Gallery 5, Clydebank Town Hall on Friday 15th March!
Friday 15th March – Tuesday 30th April 2024
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9.30am – 4.30pm FREE ADMISSION #WestDunbartonshire #Clydebank #ClydebankTownHall #ClydebankMuseum

[GSA Archives @GSAArchives]

Our FREE Routes Into Roots family history session on 28th March is perfect for anyone starting out on their family history research, or for those who have hit a brick wall and are looking for further resources. More info and booking at https://t.co/1jwJwOEmOn DB/116

[WDC Arts & Heritage @WDCHeritage]

A reminder that our next local history talk, Dumbarton and the American Civil War, is taking place on the 12th of March in Dumbarton Library. We hope to see you there!

Free to attend, all welcome. Part of @WDCouncil's Winter in West Dunbartonshire programme.