Taking on Homelessness: The Yellow Door's Fundraiser for Shelter

Although I haven’t yet made it to the mysteriously named The Yellow Door, I’ve heard many a good thing, propelling it to the top of my must do’s before the end of the semester.

The next night particularly piqued my interest as it’s in aid of combating homelessness so I decided to have a chat with one the owners of the night Iain Kerr to find out a bit more.

When asked to describe a typical night in 3 words Iain decided on: mental, cosmic, bangers. I don’t know about you guys but that’s something I could get on board with. I’m not entirely sure what a cosmic experience is.. but I am extremely keen to find out.

When discussing the upcoming night Iain shared with me the fact his dad has worked for Shelter for a number of years. This inspired him to fundraise for the charity as it’s meant he’s seen first-hand the positive impact it's had on so many lives, particularly in the impoverished areas of Glasgow. As temperatures are about to hit freezing, the conditions those without refuge will have to suffer is unimaginable. They therefore decided this was the best time to raise as much money as possible.

Presenting the cheque from last years fundrasier to Shelter 

Although having no direct say in where the money goes, Iain told me that last year, all ­­­­£1,400 of it went to a program to help kids living in poverty in Glasgow. He feels deeply about this cause telling me these kids live in circumstances it’s hard for us to imagine and that they face multiple challenges and barriers in all aspects of life. He reminds me though, that while it seems like making a major difference is an impossible task, collectively we do have the power to change it!

So get down to Berkeley Suite on Friday night to be part of the action!!! (and experience some mental, cosmic bangers)

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If you can’t make it you can help them smash last years figure by donating directly to the cause via the link below

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-web/fundraiser/showFundraiserProfilePage.action?userUrl=YellowDoor&isTeam=true

The Yellow Door is on every third Friday in Berkeley Suite so check out my What’s Coming Up page or follow them on FB to keep up to date.

Remake Remodel: a Night as Extra as the Poster

Remake Remodel is easily one of my favourite nights in Glasgow. It’s described as "the nations saving grace of alternative Rock 'n' Roll" which I definitely wouldn't say is my usual scene. However, the extra-ness of these nights is 100% something I can get on board with. Not really knowing what it was when suggested in the group chat, I agreed, mostly due to the fact it was in a venue I hadn’t been to before: Stereo.

Unsure of how busy it was going to be, we got down early, but being the first into the venue turned out to be a gift as we discovered a room decorated with an array of colourful wall art, murals and funky things (to attempt) to get edgy pics in front of. There’s also face paint, glitter (!!!!) and a photo booth. The entire room is entertainment. 

I'm gonna be honest I wasn't the biggest fan of Tame Impala, but see when ‘Eventually’ came on, I can only describe it as a spiritual experience, the whole room singing along like you’re at a concert. I got so caught up surrounded by enthusiastic fans.

I quickly bought tickets to the Bowie themed night which wasn’t a disappointment. There's usually a competition for best dressed so the outfits on this night were on another level! We had our very own Bowie dancing on the front stage and about 10 others in the crowd. The atmosphere was sooooo much fun and the crowd reaction to each Bowie song just got better and better.

Although not every one of the nights they hold are my cup of tea the next one made me physically gasp when it appeared on my FB timeline. Fleetwood Mac. I’ll be attending this night and singing my heart out even if I have to go alone.

A few tips 

• Drinks are not the cheapest so your best bet is £3 red stripes

• The toilets have the best lighting gals

• If you want to make the most out to the venue get down early