A 'Blades of Grass' Presentation of Memories of Yesteryear

John Connell says:

'Blades of Grass', Galston's local history group in studying their 'grass roots', is hosting a Great Display of Memorabilia from the 1930's - 40's - 50's and 60's, in the Hogg Hall, Galston, on Thursday to Saturday 25 - 27th June, from 10am to 4pm daily. This community event will be open to all and is admission free.

There will be something to interest everyone. For younger people, come along and discover something of what life was like in Galston in years gone past. For older people, have your memories stirred in recalling days gone by!

• School Days
• Games Played
• Household Memories
• War Years
• Hobbies & Collecting
• Clothing & Fashions
• Newspapers & Magazines

There will be washing boards and wringers, girds and cleeks, gramophones and 78's, slates and slate pencils, gas masks and stirrup pumps, photographs of people and places from yesteryear, local history leaflets & booklets on local miners' raws, covenanters, working in local coal mines, 'the wee washin' hoose', etc., etc.

There will also be a slide show, photograph display, and tea and coffee for those who wish to quietly reminisce with their friends!

This is a unique event which is being held in conjunction with the 200th anniversary celebrations of Galston Parish Church.

'Blades of Grass' looks forward to sharing this glimpse of our past with all who are interested in our roots!