Young glasgow families magazine spring 2015

Marvel 2015

win...Tickets to the Emirates Glasgow 7s rugby! See page 18

read...Our exclusive interview with gymnast Daniel Purvis! See page 26

don't miss...Our Avengers: Age of Ultron competition! See page 35 what's on...

In your area this Spring!Starts from page 11

Welcome

Dont Miss: Info on 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships

Our Whats On Guide for upcoming events and activities this spring, p1223

Our competitions on the back page!

WORKING TOGETHER TO TRANSFORM LIVES IN GLASGOW

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You may have noticed from the Autumn/ Winter edition that our Young Glasgow Families Magazine is bigger! You wanted more so we gave you more! Weve jam packed the best activities, events, offers, competitions and more into 40 pages and we want to know what you think? See our survey on p2829 and you could be in with a chance of winning cinema vouchers!

WERE KICKING OFF 2015 WITH A BANG!

Never had a Glasgow Kidz Card but want one?Visit any Glasgow library, fill out an application form then hand back to the library. Or download a form at youngglasgow.org.uk

Need a new... Glasgow Kidz Card?Its easy, call us on 0141 276 0727 or visit youngglasgow.org.uk

Moved house?Let us know if youve moved so we deliver your magazine to the correct address! Call 0141 276 0727 (Open MonFri, 9am5pm)

Dont Miss: Info on 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships

Our Whats On Guide for upcoming events and activities this spring, p1223

Our competitions on the back page!

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WORKING TOGETHER TO TRANSFORM LIVES IN GLASGOW

Need a new... Glasgow Kidz Card?Its easy, call us on 0141 276 0727 or visit youngglasgow.org.uk

Moved house?Let us know if youve moved so we deliver your magazine to the correct address! Call 0141 276 0727 (Open MonFri, 9am5pm)

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ShoppingHamleys (St Enoch Centre)SAVE 10% in store when you show your Kidz Card.Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.hamleys.co.uk

Eating OutDi Maggio's20% OFF food bill when dining from the A La Carte menu. Valid SundayThursday at Royal Exchange Square and SundayFriday at all other restaurants. Card must be shown.

Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.dimaggios.co.uk

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Find more great offers at: youngglasgow.org.uk

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FREE SwimmingGlasgow ClubSwim for FREE in any Glasgow Club pool...across the city! Pools include; Glasgow Club Bellahouston, Castlemilk, Drumchapel, Easterhouse, Gorbals, Maryhill, North Woodside, Pollok, Scotstoun, Springburn, Tollcross International Swimming Centre and Whitehill. youngglasgow.org.uk

CinemaFREE FILMS at the GFT Every Saturday morning at 11.30am for Kidz Card holders and an accompanying adult! Recently shown films include; Maleficent, Mary Poppins and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Find out more, including what films are screening this Spring. youngglasgow.org.uk

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FREEFOOTY

FREE Football Fridays Emirates ArenaFree 5-a-side football at the Emirates Arena every Friday, between 5pm and 10pm (hourly sessions) Not got 10 players? Dont worry; just come along with a few of your mates for a kick about. Under 8s will need to be accompanied by a guardian aged 16+.

To book call 0141 287 7000 and provide your Kidz Card number.youngglasgow.org.uk

Find more great offers at: youngglasgow.org.uk

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ParentZone

My kids used their cards at the IRN-BRU

Carnival at Christmas and saved a lot of

money. We all had a ball and were able to

afford to go back in the new year. Ive got

3 kids so it all adds up. Great discount.

Nicole, South Glasgow

My daughter is always comparing our household to her friends'

and gets envious when their parents take the kids to a local

buffet place as a treat. My husband and I can barely afford to

pay for everyday food, so my mum suggested introducing 'Pizza

Night' where we make our own. The ingredients are cheap and

it allows the kids to get involved and decorate their pizzas with

their favourite toppings. We turn our kitchen into a 'restaurant'

making a big cardboard sign with the name of our restaurant

("Niall's Italian Kitchen") So every Friday night the sign goes

up, we put music on usually One Direction and we have

our own little pizza party. The whole family loves it and it's

within our budget. When it's sunny we'll take it outside.

I hope my neighbours like 1D!

Elaine, Maryhill

Wee Star of the SeasonMy daughter Eve is amazing. She had

just

turned 7 when her eye suddenly turned.

She got a brain scan that showed she

had Neuronal Migration Disorder. She is

now wearing glasses and more tests have

been done. She is just so brave and always

smiling. She does Acro Gymnastics, has

moved up to the Penguins group in her

swimming lessons and she is also an orange

belt and two tabs in her karate. I am so

proud of my little star.

Viv Morrison

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Check out the survey on p2829!

Spring cleanHelp your child plan their future

If youve got a child starting Secondary School, its good to feel prepared on all things exam and career-related so you can give them some support when the time comes. My World of Work for Parents... parents.myworldofwork.co.uk is an easily accessible web service packed with accurate and reliable course, job and career-related information, advice and resources to help you support your child as they make decisions about their future.

Developed by Skills Development Scotland (SDS), with the help of mums and dads, theres advice on everything from subject choices to Modern Apprenticeships.

Features on My World of Work for Parents include:

A key dates calendar which flags up big deadlines, like exam results day or UCAS applications

Information for parents with children who have additional support needs

Information on funding options

Further information about the work of SDS in schools

The chance to sign up to a regular newsletter highlighting upcoming key decision dates, with links to relevant content on the site

Access to updates on social media sites

Links to partner agencies including SQA, SAAS and Young Scot

My World of Work for Parents is here to help you feel confident about supporting your child throughout their career journey.

This information was provided by Skills Development Scotland.

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To find out about more library activities visit:

youngglasgow.org.uk Find out more at:

parents.myworldofwork.co.uk

Spring clean

Theres also a wonderful collection of beautifully illustrated childrens books to support your child to eat healthier at your local library.

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To find out about more library activities visit:

youngglasgow.org.uk

Trying to get your kids to eat a little bit healthier can be a real challenge. From dealing with fussy eaters and shopping on a budget to planning meals and finding time to cook can be tough, but its important to your childs health and wellbeing - and may even be simpler and more affordable than you think!

Find out more at:

parents.myworldofwork.co.uk

DID YOU KNOW? Healthy eating can make

you feel better, more confident, happier, less stressed, sleep better and be more energised.

Getting kids to eat healthier from a young age can help them avoid major illnesses later in life.

There is strong scientific evidence that physical activity and a healthy diet can protect against many of Scotlands leading chronic diseases including heart disease, diabetes and some cancers.

The Eatwell Chart highlights the different types of food that make up our diet, and shows the proportions we should eat them in to have a well balanced and healthy diet.

Borrow these books + many more for FREE at your local library: Annabel Karmel

Annabel Karmels Superfoods for Babies & Children

Anita Bean Healthy Eating for Kids

Claire Gillman Getting Your Kids Active

your family,s lifestyle

Meat, Fish, Eggs, Beansand other non-dairy sources of protein

Bread, Rice, Potatoesand other starchy foods

Foods & DrinksHigh in Fat and/or Sugar

Fruit & Vegetables

Milk & Dairy Foods

Glasgow Libraries also offer lots of helpful resources. From books you can borrow for FREE.

METHOD1 Line a 20 x 30cm tin with

baking parchment paper.

2 Melt the chocolate, butter and golden syrup in a bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally, until smooth and glossy. Add the vanilla, biscuits, sultanas and Rice Krispies, and mix well until everything is coated.

3 Tip the mixture into the tin, and then flatten it down with the back of a spoon. Press in some mini eggs, and put in the fridge until set.

4 When the mixture is hard, drizzle all over with the melted chocolate and set again before cutting into chunks.

METHOD1 Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees.

2 Mix the oats, salt, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon in a medium-sized bowl.

3 Whisk together until blended well and add; buttermilk, brown sugar, vanilla, Greek yoghurt and vegetable oil.

4 Mix well until smooth and gently fold in the flour only until the flour is just moistened.

5 Add the mixture to muffin cups filling half way. Bake for 20 minutes. Leave to rest for a few minutes before serving.

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INGREDIENTS 300g dark chocolate,

broken into chunks

140g golden syrup

1 tsp vanilla extract

100g butter, diced

200g biscuits, roughly chopped

100g raisins

85g Rice Krispies

100140g mini eggs (optional)

50g white or milk chocolate, melted

INGREDIENTS 1 cup oats

tsp baking soda

1 and tsp baking powder

tsp of cinnamon

tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup buttermilk

cup brown sugar

cup Greek yogurt

cup vegetable oil

1 cup flour

Tasty Chocolate Fridge Cake

Oatmeal Muffins

Tasty Chocolate Fridge Cake

Oatmeal Muffins

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Check out pages 1223 for the best of whats on in Glasgow for wee ones and

families over the Spring months!

Museums Sports Kids Clubs Free Football Mini Tennis Free Swimming Events + more!

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01. Glasgow's Games Legacy!

Our GamesPeople's Palace & Winter Gardens, Glasgow Green Open now until August 2015 - FREE ENTRY!Got Glasgow 2014 Games comedown? Missing seeing Clyde all over town? Well dont worry, you have one last chance to see the big thistle himself as well as loads of other Games time memorabilia including the famous dancing teacakes and adorable Scottie dogs from the opening ceremony as part of Our Games, an exhibition celebrating Games time volunteering at the Peoples Palace.

Theres loads to see to ignite the memories of Glasgows Summer of Sport. Why not make a day of it? Come and visit us at the Peoples Palace.

Three cheers for... Glasgow Museums!

youngglasgow.org.ukFor more info on activities and events in your local area visit:

03. Old-school selfies!

Riverside Museum: Photographers StudioThe Photographer's Studio in our 'old street' has had a makeover! Learn about photography and take your own photograph in our replica studio space with a new selection of costumes.

Its free so drop in for a photo and post them on our Facebook page:

/YoungGlasgow

13APRIL What's On02. Little monsters!

Hatching the Past: Dinosaur eggs & babiesKelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum 3 April 16 August 2015 Did you know even huge dinosaurs started out as babies hatched from eggs? In this exciting exhibition, you can find out all about how different types of dinosaurs lived and looked after their young. There will be interactive displays and exhibitions featuring fossilized dinosaur eggs and complete adult dinosaur skeleton casts. You can even have a go at digging for dinosaur fossils!

TICKETS: Adult 5 / Concession 3 / Children age 516 years 2 / (under 5s FREE) / Family ticket will also be available.

More information at: glasgowmuseums.com

Three cheers for... Glasgow Museums!


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North East...

The spring Holiday Programme is packed with fun activities to ensure the holidays are active, full of fun and something to suit everyone!

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Play / Art ClubFun art and play activities for children aged 511 years.

Where: Library @ The Bridge, 1000 Westerhouse Road, Easterhouse, G34 9JW

When: Every Friday, 3.30pm5pm

For more info, tel: 0141 276 9712

Little Messy MonstersOrganised weekly session of pre-5 creative Arts and Play activities which encourage parent and child participation. For children aged 25 years.

Where: Baillieston Library, 141 Main Street, G69 6AA

When: Every Friday, 1.30pm2.30pm

For more info, tel: Baillieston Library 0141 276 0706

Pool ActivitiesCome along and have fun with our Pool Inflatables, Flume & Waves, Water Walkerz and Fun, Floats & Flumes.

Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult at all times, supervising adults pay normal swim price. Please contact your centre for further information on terms and conditions.

Where: Glasgow Club Easterhouse Pool

When: Week 1 Mon 6 Fri 10 April Week 2 Mon 13 Fri 17 April

Days: MondayFriday, 1.30pm2.30pm

Age: 8+ years

Book: Pay at reception on the day.

Free with your Glasgow Kidz Card!


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07. Jenniburn Juniors Need something to do during the holidays? Come along to the Jenniburn Centre and take part in fun activities such as arts and crafts, sports, team games, board games and computer and console games. You might even want to bring an egg for decorating! Come along and have some fun.

Where: Jenniburn Centre, 370 Tormusk Road, G45 0HEDays: Every Thursday, 3.15pm5.45pmAges: 912 yearsFor more info, tel: 0141 276 1330

Kings Park Play SessionCome along to Kings Park Church and join in our Easter activities including arts and crafts, sports games, board games and team games.

Where: Kings Park Church, 242 Castlemilk Road, Glasgow, G44 4LB

Days: Every Tuesday, 3.15pm5pmFor more info, tel: 0141 276 1330

Glasgow Kids ClubThe focus is fun fun fun with Kids Club! These five hour sessions are a mix of games, sports and activities.

Please check with reception for further information on swimming.

Where: Glasgow Club Bellahouston / Glasgow Club Castlemilk (week 1 only) / Glasgow Club Gorbals When: Week 1 Mon 6 Fri 10 April. Week 2 Mon 13 Fri 17 April.

Days: MondayFriday, 10am3pm (12noon1pm supervised lunch).

Age: 511 yearsBook: Please book in advance at the Glasgow Club of your choice.

Prices: 30.90 per week with a Kidz Card (normal price 36.10)

8.30 per day (no Kidz Card concession for daily rate)

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Club 511... 2 brilliant hours of fun! Club 511 is a two hour fun session where you can try a variety of activities including sports, games, arts and crafts and much, much more.

Where: Glasgow Club Donald Dewar

When: Week 1 Mon 6 Fri 10 April. Week 2 Mon 13 Fri 17 April.

Days: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 1pm3pm

Age: 511 years

Book: Pay As You Go sessions. First come, first served.

Free with your Glasgow Kidz Card!

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FREE, drop-in activities for young people aged 512 years...

Play / Art ClubWhere: Knightswood Kids Club, Knightswood Community Centre, 201 Alderman Rd, G13 3DD

Day: Tuesdays, 4.30pm6.30pm

Netherton Kids Club Where: Netherton Community Centre, 385 Netherton Road, G13 1AX

Day: Wednesdays, 4pm6pm

Drumchapel Kids Club Where: Drumchapel Community Centre, 320 Kinfauns Drive, G15 7HA

Day: Thursdays, 4pm6pm

Both these popular local youth groups are packed with games, arts and crafts, sports and other fun activities. Parents dont need to stay, but are welcome to if they wish.

NO NEED TO BOOK but if you have any questions please get in touch with the North West Communities Team:

[email protected] / 0141 276 1525

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FREE Football Fridays...with a Kidz Card!Play football for free at the Emirates Arena between 5pm and 10pm every Friday.

You dont even need to have a team of 10 players, just turn up with a few of your mates for a kick about!

To book your pitch, all you need is: At least one Kidz Card Under 8s will need to be accompanied by someone aged 16 yrs+. Available up to age 18.

Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance and are subject to availability.

Book at Emirates reception or by phone on 0141 287 7000 with your Kidz Card number.

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14. Make a racquet!

Mini-TennisEmirates Arena Age 5-8 years Tuesdays 4pm-5pm Whether youre a mini Murray or have never picked up a racquet, our Mini Tennis programme at the Emirates Arena is led by fully qualified coaches and is designed to develop tennis skills in a fun environment.

PRICE 2 Book at Emirates reception or by phone: 0141 287 7000For more info visit: glasgowlife.org.uk/sport/tennis


15. Kick-off your weekends in style!

17. Calling all mums!

Great Glasgow Womens 10KSunday 17 May 2015The UK's biggest women-only running event sees the streets of Glasgow welcome nearly 10,000 ladies (15 years +) run, jog or even walk to the soundtrack of drummers and pipers around this fantastic course through the streets of Glasgow.

For more info visit:

greatrun.org

What's On MAY18

16. Give it a try!

Emirates Glasgow 7sScotstoun Stadium Saturday 09 & Sunday 10 May 2015The Emirates Airline Glasgow 7s returns to Scotstoun on 9 & 10 May 2015!

The Emirates Airline Glasgow 7s is a whole weekend of thrilling international sevens rugby performed to the back drop of live music, entertainment, fancy dress and general fun! So whether youre a party goer or attending with the family youll have a blast!

Tickets start from 10!

For more info visit:

glasgow7s.com


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INTERESTED? Then why not have some fun finding out about all of this and more with your Kidz Card at all Glasgow Libraries!

youngglasgow.org.uk/libraries

> FREE computer and Internet access > Books, magazines and DVDs > Storytimes > Homework clubs > Fun events

GLASGOW LIBRARIES:

And remember!Glasgow Libraries also

have lots of other great things on offer!

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18. Keep your eyes peeled!

Summer Reading Challenge 2015 This summer Glasgow Libraries will be having a goal-busting time with the Record Breakers Tesco Bank Summer Reading Challenge Scotland 2015! Join us at your local library as we bring together the world of fact and fiction, challenging you to explore some of the astonishing real-life achievements and world records featured in the Guinness World Records Books.

Collecting stickers as you go; you will discover weird, wonderful and wacky records from around the world in six different categories:

> Cool Tech > Way to Go! > The Big Stuff

> Animal Magic > Human Touch > Action! Adventure!

Watch out for more information coming soon to your local library or check out:

summerreadingchallenge.org.uk


20 What's On JUNE

For more info visit: glasgowmela.com

19. Join our 25th anniversary celebrations!

Glasgow MelaKelvingrove Park Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 June 2015FREE entryIts one of the citys biggest and best loved festivals, and definitely its most colourful. And this year Glasgow Mela is 25 so come along and join the celebrations! An extravaganza of world music and dance, cuisines from across the globe, and loads of free activities especially for children, its a weekend that the whole family can enjoy together.


21JULY What's On

See the world's greatest para-swimmers compete for the ultimate prize! The Championships will see over 650 athletes from more than 50 countries looking to place themselves firmly on the map ahead of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games. Support Team GB including Ellie Simmonds and local heroes Andrew Mullen and Scott Quin as they seek to equal their success at London 2012.

GET YOUR TICKETS: ticketmaster.co.uk/Glasgow2015Under-16s ticket must be purchased with at least 1 Adult or Concession ticket. Maximum 8 Junior tickets per Adult/Concession ticket)

Tickets from 10 for adults (plus booking fees).

20. Get your tickets quick!

2015 IPC Swimming World Championships13-19 July 2015 Tollcross International Swimming Centre

For more info visit: glasgow2015.com

For more info visit: glasgowmela.com

19. Join our 25th anniversary celebrations!

Glasgow MelaKelvingrove Park Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 June 2015FREE entry


UNDER-16s GO FREE!

T H E W O R L D ' S B I G G E S T I N T E R N AT I O N A L PA R A - S W I M M I N G C O M P E T I T I O N S I N C E L O N D O N 2 0 1 2 !

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Merchant City Festival 2015 Saturday 25 July Sunday 02 August

21. Family fiesta!

Merchant City Festival, Glasgows best summer festival is back bigger, better and bursting with free family fun! Join us in the heart of the city for a summer full of entertainment including a fantastic Family Zone in Merchant Square (Mon 27 to Fri 31 July), arts & crafts, music, dance, workshops, performances and much more. There will be the usual favourites including street theatre, live music, comedy, film and the international markets jam-packed with delicious food & drink.

Full programme will be announced in early June. Visit: merchantcityfestival.com or follow on: @merchcityfest or facebook/merchantcityfestival


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Wee PlayThese fun, interactive Wee Play classes have been designed especially for families with children aged 35 years to become more active together.

Cost: 2.50

Interested? Call the GoodMove team on: 0300 343 0400

goodmoveglasgow.com

Mini KickersThese are sessions for children aged 35 years old and are a great, fun way to introduce your child to football. Children will develop their football skills such as dribbling and passing through an imaginative story based theme.

Where: Glasgow Club venues citywide

When: 19 April until Saturday 27 June

Cost: 32.50 for 10 week block

Booking: Call Glasgow Club on 0141 287 8931

Swimming Adult & ChildAdult and child classes are for children aged 6 months 3 years offering children a valuable water based experience by providing stimulating challenges to the child and adult through a series of fun activities.

Where: Glasgow Club venues citywide

When: Sunday 19 April to Saturday 27 June

Cost: 42.50 for 10 week block

Booking: Call Glasgow Club on 0141 287 8931

Pre-5s Activities

Full programme will be announced in early June. Visit: merchantcityfestival.com or follow on: @merchcityfest or facebook/merchantcityfestival


Get your tickets!

2015 World Gymnastics ChampionshipsThe SSE Hydro 23 October 01 November 2015

Glasgow will host the 2015 World Gymnastics Championships at the SSE Hydro where over 500 superstar gymnasts will thrill you as they battle to become World Champion and secure a place at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games!

Youll be amazed by performances from the Worlds very best gymnasts. Its the biggest world sports event ever to come to Glasgow and we cant wait for you to experience it!

Buy tickets at: 2015worldgymnastics.com/tickets

What's On COMING SOON

TO ENTER...Print off and post your entry to:

Young Glasgow FREEPOST RSUR-GAGS-YLLY 220 High Street Glasgow G4 0QW

Closing date: 03 May 2015

Terms & Conditions apply. Available online at: www.youngglasgow.org.uk

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Y O U C A N U S E A N Y C O L O U R S A N D A L L Y O U R O W N ID E A S ... B E C R E A T IV E !

Superstar gymnasts, Beth Tweddle and Louis Smith are official ambassadors for the event and theyve lined up some very exciting prizes for you!All you need to do is GET CREATIVE and design your own gym kit leotard or tank top and trousers to celebrate the World Championships coming to Glasgow.

DOWNLOAD THE TEMPLATE at: youngglasgow.org.uk (enter the 011 years section), print off and send to the address below.

Fantastic prizes up for grabs!Beth and Louis each choose their favourite from all entries received and both lucky winners will receive a prize package which includes:

Family ticket (2 adults, 3 under 16s) for a qualification session at the 2015 World Gymnastics Championships on Monday 26 October!

PLUS BETH'S WINNER WILL ALSO WIN...

One of Beth's very own leotards from her glittering career (a little piece of history!) signed by the 3-time World Champion!

LOUIS' WINNER WILL ALSO WIN... Official 2015 merchandise, signed by 3-time Olympic medallist and Strictly star Louis Smith!

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

With the 2015 World Gymnastics Championships coming up this October, we spoke to Team Scotland and Team GB Artistic Gymnast, Daniel Purvis about what its like to be one of the sports brightest stars!

Daniel Purvis

Youve had an impressive career, which has so far included winning a Bronze medal at the 2012 Olympic Games as well as a Gold, Silver and Bronze medal at the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. Tell us how it all started for you?Born in Liverpool meant that as a kid I had to play football and was keen because my brother spent several years at the Everton Academy. But I didnt shape up too well at that! I loved sport in general but no specific game / activity. Needing to channel my increasing hyperactivity, mum and dad located a local gymnastics club and enrolled me into their recreational classes on Saturday mornings. I was 7 at the time and Southport YMCA Gymnastics Club was soon to become my second home for many years. It felt like gymnastics was what Id been born for and couldnt imagine being happy doing anything else.

Whats a typical day like for you?I have a light breakfast at 8am and Im in the gym for 9am. Theres lots of fitness and strength training involved as well as basic practice across most apparatus. Then its a nutritious lunch at 1pm with rest until 3pm, then back in the gym till 6pm working on new moves and routines. Theres maybe some physio after that then after dinner its a bit of relaxation and I always have an early night!

Glasgow is hosting the 2015 World Gymnastics Championships this October which is a qualifying event for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Are you feeling pressure to deliver great performances in order for you to be chosen to compete?The Glasgow World Champs are hugely important and the pressure is building to make sure we qualify in style in front of huge Glasgow support.

Its going to be a huge task to make the British Team for Glasgow. Its my main aim for the next few months with several competitions before then to try and grab a place in the Team. This sort of pressure isnt easy to deal with and can affect you even when you feel confident. Im just hoping that the depth of experience Ive had over the years will serve me well at the crucial moments that are coming between now and October.

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

With the 2015 World Gymnastics Championships coming up this October, we spoke to Team Scotland and Team GB Artistic Gymnast, Daniel Purvis about what its like to be one of the sports brightest stars!

Daniel Purvis

Interview

You are an artistic gymnast, competing in Parallel Bars, Vault, Horizontal Bar, Floor, Pommel Horse and Still Rings. Most athletes dont have this many disciplines. Is it difficult to perfect your technique across all of these?Being an All Around (6 piece) gymnast is hugely important to me and its why I started gymnastics in the first place. It is tough to match world class standards because they are constantly being raised. Most World/Olympic medalists train/compete on only 2 or 3 pieces. The demands of doing 6 mean that you have to be really disciplined to work hard for 35 hours over 51 weeks per year and try to live healthily so that your body doesnt let you down. Do you have any rituals before you compete? No but I do believe in Karma which helps keep my head in the right place at competitions. Do you get recognized in the street?Quite often but I always welcome it. People ask me if Im the Ginger gymnast from the London Olympics! They usually have a child or relative involved with the sport and its great that gymnasts are being recognised in Britain more. Up-coming gymnasts get real inspiration knowing that their sport is gaining such popularity in a country that hasnt really embraced gymnastics until recent years.

What do you like to do in your spare time?Going to the pictures to catch the latest movie is probably my favourite pastime but chilling at a nice restaurant with my girlfriend comes close. Every now and again I manage to catch up with the lads I grew up with and that also helps to ease any pressures. Whats next for you? Its all about making the Team for Glasgow 2015. With such great talent coming through there are few guaranteed places! Thats everything to me but it all starts this February at the Scottish Championships where I hope to kick start my year.

QUICKFIRE Q&ALast film you saw at the cinema? Taken 3 (Good!)

Favourite meal? Roast duck dinner (with trimmings!)

What song gets you up on the dancefloor? Daft Punk (One More Time).

If you werent a professional swimmer, what occupation would you choose? Stuntman.

Who was your last text from and what does it say? From my personal coach, Jeff Brookes. He wasnt happy cos I hadnt messaged him this week to say how training was going at Lilleshall.

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Parent's Survey29

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Our school choir: Written by Ellie Dewar, Robyn Longmuir and Neve McKernan (primary 6)

How did your choir start? Primary 6 teacher, Paul Fraser started the choir in 2000 due to his interest in music and singing. He also teaches music with other classes and runs a lunchtime Ukulele Club as well as the choir.

Where have you performed?In 2014 we performed at Tesco, Asda, Shettleston Library, STV studios for a Christmas Special featuring Glasgow Choirs, The Bridgeton Burns Competition, Greenfield Care Home and many other venues around our community and beyond. This year we have performed at the Glasgow Burns Association Wreath Laying Ceremony in George Square and at the Burns Society Annual Dinner.

What are your proudest achievements? We got to sing and dance while playing instruments on STV Glasgow. We came second for Senior Choir in the Burns competition this year and have won many other awards.

Whats the groups favourite song to perform?We love performing a wide range of songs and adding dance moves to the more upbeat ones. Our current favourites include Queens Dont Stop Me Now, Rule the World by Take That and Aviciis Wake Me Up.

We came second for Senior Choir

in the Burns competition this year

and have won many other awards

ARE YOU IN A SCHOOL CHOIR OR MUSIC GROUP AND WANT TO FEATURE IN LOCAL VOCALS? Ask your teacher to contact us by email at:

[email protected]

Thorntree Primary School

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What is the groups favourite song to perform?Our favourite song last year was The Deil Came Fiddling Through the Toon which is a song by Robert Burns. We liked this song because its fast and jazzy and we all enjoy it.

Tell us something our readers might like to know?We have a lot of practices and we love to work in choir to learn a lot of new things e.g. how to read music. For a lot of students music is a quite big part of their life.

What tips can you give people who want to join a choir?If you want to join go ahead. It's a very good experience and its very simple to join. Our teacher, Mr Fraser told us everything we needed to know about music and vocals. Its very easy to join.

Are you a pupil at Thorntree Primary and fancy joining the choir? Here are some more details...Choir is on every Tuesday up until the end of each term. There might be some days off but Mr Fraser will inform you if anything like that happens. If youre interested please come along.

ARE YOU IN A SCHOOL CHOIR OR MUSIC GROUP AND WANT TO FEATURE IN LOCAL VOCALS? Ask your teacher to contact us by email at:

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Make your own... Matching eggs game!

HERE'S HOW TO PLAY...1 Download the Easter Egg template from: youngglasgow.org.uk (enter the 011s site).2 Print out the Easter egg template and cut out each of the Easter egg squares.

3 Shuffle the cards, and then lay them face down on a table.

4 Turn over any two cards at a time to make a pair, if you find pair keep them aside.

5 Continue taking turns and turning cards over to make pairs.

6 The person with the most pairs wins.

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33Fun Corner

Easter bonnet competitionIs your childs nursery or school having an Easter bonnet parade? If so we want to see your fabulous creations!

Once you have created your Easter Bonnet just log onto our Young Glasgow Facebook page and share your photo with us for your chance to win the following prizes:

1st place wins a 40 Hamleys Gift Card and a Young Glasgow goodie bag!

10 runners up will each receive a Young Glasgow goodie bag!

Bonnets can be made from a variety of materials from baseball hats and basic straw hats to homemade card creations that you can create with your child.

USEFUL ACCESSORIES:Egg cartons, old boxes, feathers, cardboard, felt, tissue paper, scissors, PVC glue, baseball caps and plastic plates or Frisbees.

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NEED SOME INSPIRATION?Baseball QuackersCover the top of a baseball cap with yellow tissue paper and the brim with orange tissue paper using white and black felt create two eyes and stick some small chicks to the top of the hat.

Bunny CapStick two bunny ears onto the side of a white baseball cap for an easy Easter Bunny hat you can always add on two felt eyes and some teeth.

Angry Birds Cap Add red feathers and tissue paper to a red hat and using felt and coloured cardboard create the beak, eyes and angry eyebrows.

Competition closes on Sunday 6th April at 10pm. Winners will be contacted via Facebook on Monday 7th April.

TO ENTER...Share your photo on Facebook:

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35Film Competition

When Tony Stark jumpstarts a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earths Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as they battle to save the planet from destruction at the hands of the villainous Ultron.

Avengers: Age of Ultron Released 24 April 2015

WIN TICKETS to see the film + exclusive film merchandise!

Weve got 4 tickets to see Avengers: Age of Ultron plus exclusive film merchandise up for grabs. To be in with a chance of winning just tell us:

Which actor plays Captain America in Avengers: Age of Ultron?

Email your answer to: [email protected] with your Kidz Card number.

Competition closes: Mon 20 April 2015

Access Take 2 Access Take 2 is an extra screening where

the film and cinema environment are suitable for children with autism spectrum disorders

and/or sensory hypersensitivity. The films have no subtitles, are played with the volume reduced

and the house lights on low. Children can make noise and move around. Children with other

disabilities are welcome to attend the screenings too. Screenings take place on the first Saturday

of each month at 12.30pm.

Sat 2 MayShaun the Sheep When Shaun decides to take the day off and have some fun, he gets a little more action than he bargained for. A mix up with the Farmer, a caravan and a very steep hill lead them all to the Big City and it's up to Shaun and the flock to return everyone safely to the green grass of home.

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HopSat 4 April + Access Take 2E.B., the Easter Bunny's teenage son, heads to Hollywood, determined to become a drummer in a rock 'n' roll band. In LA, he's taken in by Fred after the out-of-work slacker hits E.B. with his car.

EASTER SUNDAY SPECIAL!

37Take 2 screenings at the GFT are FREE for Kidz Card holders and an accompanying adult. They take place every Saturday at 11.30am.

Sat 09 May The Iron GiantThis futuristic story takes place on a faraway planet where blue giants rule, and oppressed humanoids rebel against the machine-like leaders.

Sat 16 May A Cat in Paris This futuristic story takes place on a faraway planet where blue giants rule, and oppressed humanoids rebel against the machine-like leaders.

Sat 23 MaySpongeBob SquarePants Movie: Sponge Out of WaterThe misadventures of a fast-food restaurant working sponge who lives under the sea.

Film

Sat 11 April Chicken RunA comedy escape drama with a touch of passion set on a sinister Yorkshire chicken farm in 1950s England.

Sat 18 AprilFantastic Planet This futuristic story takes place on a faraway planet where blue giants rule, and oppressed humanoids rebel against the machine-like leaders.

For more info on up and coming films go to:

youngglasgow.org.ukFor more information on Take 2 visit:

glasgowfilm.org

GFT, 12 Rose Street, Glasgow, G3 6RB

0141 332 6535

APRIL

Sat 25 AprilAnnie A foster kid, who lives with her mean foster mum, sees her life change when business tycoon and New York mayoral candidate Will Stacks makes a thinly-veiled campaign move and takes her in.

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Young glasgow families magazine spring 2015