1. Abortion existed, exists and will exist, whether the law prohibits it or not. It is important that it takes place in safe conditions, without breaking the law.
In Poland, 99% of abortions are conducted illegally, as the most restrictive abortion laws in Europe make it impossible to seek help from legal sources.
On October 22 this year, the Polish Constitutional Tribunal decided to invalidate the possibility of abortion due to “a serious and irreversible defect of a fatal or incurable disease that threatens the life of the fetus”.
Scottish Women and male allies are joining in solidarity in a socially distanced rally at George Square, Glasgow today at 1pm. All details at www.amnesty.org/en/.../women-in-poland-protest
2. Remember, remember fairy trail of November. CCAs well as all the usual fun of the safari animals, playpark and dinosaurs, you can now enjoy the all new Blair Drummond twinkly fairy trail!
With the food court and kiosks serving up some delicious winter warmers (with discounts on weekdays), the park is set to be truly magical.
Tickets are available now here. November 2-25 until 4.30pm each day – wrap up warm!
3. Fancy a scary movie drive-in this halloween? The Iris at Craigie Park, Ayr are hosting a selection of movies this weekend. Tickets are still available for Beetlejuice, a perennial favourite. Today at 5pm. Traditional cinema treats and popcorn will be available. Have some socially-distanced fun, American style. It’s £25 for a car and four passengers.
For more information head to www.theirisayr.com
4. Also offering the scary movie drive-in experience is Edinburgh Airport, hosted by “Drive-in Movies” and today they are showing Scream. Snacks and treats will be available, contactless payment only. Doors open at 8pm for the movie starting at 9pm. The price is £33 for a car with up to five passengers.
For more information log on to www.seetickets.com/event/drive-in-movies-at-edinburgh-airport
5. GLASGLOW has become a yearly favourite in the west end of Glasgow, a sound at light spooky show extraordinaire at the Botanic Gardens hosted by itison. Explore Glasgow’s Botanic Gardens in a safe outdoor environment, with staggered timeslots, a 60 minute route and a socially-distanced street food village.
Running from today until November 15, Tickets cost £18 per adult, £11.50 for kids and under 3’s go free. Entry times every 15 minutes from10am until 9.30pm For more information head to www.itison.com
6. The wondrous woods of Hopetoun House turn into fairyland once again with a stunning creative light and sound show of magical proportions, safe and socially distanced outside fun for all the family. Hot drinks and takeaway food will be available as well as loos. Sadly dogs cannot be accomodated. Tickets are £22 and must be booked in advance. From today until November 15th.
For more information log on to www.wondrouswoods.com
7. The Staying Inn, those online pub geniuses who have been pouring the virtual pints and playing the best choons through lockdown have a special event, a late night quiz on US election night. Let’s hope it’s a night to remember and not a night to regret. Thursday November 3 from 11pm Check out linktr.ee/thestayininn for link and more info.
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