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Running Mums Raise £10k .......... 3 Join Window Wanderland .......... 4 Trio's Winter Solstice Run ............ 5 Call to Join Library Meeting ........ 6 Thompson First at Lillie ................ 7 Top Flautists Play Milngavie ........ 8 New Centres for Youngsters ....... 8 Call for Charity Funds Help ....... 10 Book is Summit Special .............. 11 P1s Vote for Top Book ............... 12 Makers Market Returns ............. 14 What's Up Doc? .......................... 14 Give Time for Befriending ......... 17 Support Groups .......................... 17 St Valentine's Feature ......... 18&19 Faye Funds for Kids' Charity ...... 20 Legal Matters .............................. 20 What’s On.............................. 21–26 Access To Faster Broadband ......

Have Your Say on Taxi Fares ......

Senior Savvy ................................

Call to Save Greenbelt ...............

Trio in Queen's Honours ............

Try Curling at Free Event ...........

Learn More at Forest School .....

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RUNNING MUMS RAISE £10K FOR CHARITY help Alex, and kids like him, to fight this horrific illness.”

The participants of December's Marcothon, which raised £9888 for The Everest Centre, a specialist project within the Brain Tumour Charity and Bloodwise. Inset show Alex who has been battling brain tumours since he was three.

A group of 33 women in Milngavie raised an impressive £9,888 for two charities by running 5k – or 25 minutes – for 31 days in a row.

The ladies joined the annual fitness campaign called the Marcothon.

The brainchild of two Glasgow runners, Debbie and Marco Consani, Marcothon encourages people to run three miles, or for 25 minutes, whichever comes first, every day from December 1 to 31.

The Milngavie Mums’ Marcothon group – as well as three more ladies from England and Dubai – were motivated to participate in order to raise money for The Everest Centre, which is a specialist

project within the Brain Tumour Charity researching slow growing brain tumours in children, and Bloodwise, which funds research to improve treatment for people with blood cancer.

Both of these charities are poignant to the Marcothon Mums because they have helped children and families connected to the group.

Linda Robertson, who came up with the idea, said: “I wanted something positive to focus on in

December and the Marcothon seemed perfect. I mentioned it to some local mums and it took off from there.

“I also wanted to do something for my cousin’s young son Alex, who has battled brain tumours since he was three.

Linda also gave praise to the commitment of the Milngavie mums. She said: “The response for the Milngavie Mums Marcothon fundraiser has been overwhelming and heartwarming. It was a personal challenge and journey for everyone and we all somehow managed to run every day, in all weathers, in early mornings, late at night and around busy lives.

“Our original target was just £400 and I can’t believe how much we have now raised.”

“He had a good year in 2018 but the latest scan showed a small growth, so Alex, now six, will need weekly chemotherapy, again, for the next 12 months.

The private sports centre, Nuffield Milngavie, also supported the charity bid by offering free entry to the Milngavie Mums’ Team throughout December.

“Hopefully the money we have raised will help to support research into new solutions to

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JOIN WINDOW WANDERLAND Local people can look forward to the transformation of Milngavie business windows into a “magical outdoor gallery” this month.

The aim of Window Wanderland, taking place from 6pm to 9pm on February 9 and February 10, is to brighten the shopping precinct with creative window displays.

The event is being organised jointly by Milngavie Business Improvement District and Milngavie Community Development Trust (MCDT).

Last month, workshops were held to show people different ideas for window displays. There are many more for different creations and ideas on the Window Wanderland website.

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“We would like as many businesses or groups as possible taking in the Window Wanderland and helping to transform the streets of Milngavie into an outdoor gallery for two nights for the benefit of the public.”

Window Wanderland was first started in 2015 in Bristol by artist Lucy Reeves. The website states that some of the aims of the public art display is to lift

people’s spirits, build stronger communities, get more people wandering for exercise and to “let in light, spread joy and friendship.”

Many towns across the UK have organised Window Wanderlands in recent years.

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Local News | February 2019

TRIO’S WINTER SOLSTICE RUN

The three runners at the Nevis Centre at the start of their run

Three men from Bearsden chose the longest night of the year to run the 96-mile West Highland Way from Fort William to Milngavie.

Peter Hunter, Charles (Chuck) Gordon and Mark Keddie took 30 hours and 52 minutes to complete their tough winter solstice challenge.

The three friends had previously completed the official West Highland Way Race, which takes place on the summer solstice weekend, more than 10 times between them.

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about running plans and we decided it would be a great end to 2018 to run the route in winter and on a day that few others would contemplate, or to date have managed to complete.”

Having caught the train to Fort William, the trio set out at 5pm on December 21 to run south back to Milngavie. They faced 23 hours of darkness and long periods of rain. They were also self-sufficient carrying their kit, food and water.

Chuck said: “People who attempt the winter West Highland Way run see it as an informal selftranscendence affair, traditionally attempted in reverse with the inevitable long darkness and variable weather.”

The goal for the winter solstice run Mark describes how the trio was simply to finish in less than worked together as a team. He 35 hours whatever the weather. said: “When things got tough Chuck said: “We were chatting

we reminded ourselves that no one forced us to be there. But, working as a team and looking out for each other, kept morale strong when the darkness and rain felt never ending.”

Pete also has high praise for his friends. He said: “To achieve a goal like this you had to have people around you that you can fully trust. Our journey of unsupported, self-reliance became a reality and we are some of the very few to have done it.

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A campaign group set up to help save a threatened library from closure is holding a public meeting this month.

Supporters of Westerton Library (SWeL) will meet on February 4 at 6.30pm in the library on Maxwell Avenue. Anyone who is interested in the campaign is welcome to attend.

The campaign group launched a survey to gather local opinion late last year following news of a proposal by East Dunbartonshire Leisure & Culture (EDLC) to close Westerton Library. Two other libraries are also under threat of closure, Lenzie and Milton of Campsie, as part of cost-saving plans across the region.

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95% would like to see the library stay open. Of these, 84% wanted the library to stay open with a change to opening hours and enhanced facilities.

Some 86% of respondents are already library members and 18% use the library at least once a week. A further 40% use the library at least once or twice each month.

Jim McCumesty, of SWeL, said: “Some might argue that in these days of internet-downloads, e-readers and the like, libraries have less relevance. This couldn't be further from the truth. The library is a necessary resource

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Mark Grant, General Manager of EDLC, said: “The EDLC Board has recommended a proposal to close Westerton, Lenzie and Milton of Campsie libraries as part of required budget savings.

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THOMPSON FIRST AT LILLIE

It is the first time that a collection of Thompson’s work has been displayed in Milngavie and it is possible to visit the exhibition for free at Lillie Art Gallery, Station Road, until February 21.

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The Internationally recognised painter was acclaimed as one of the New Glasgow Boys, alongside the likes of Peter Howson, Ken Currie, Adrian Wisnieski and Steven Campbell, and his compositions earned him the moniker “Glasgow’s Surrealist”.

Fine Art in 1980 and was described as a quiet man with a vibrantly creative and critical mind. He embraced several different artistic styles throughout his career and his pieces often reflected his struggle with what he saw as the meaningless materialism of modern society.

Thompson, who died suddenly in January 2016 aged 60, moved to Milngavie as a child and some of his family still live in the community.

Thompson found his greatest fame in the US and Europe, with solo exhibitions in New York, Paris and beyond.

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On display are some 75 drawings, collages, oil paintings and sketches, as well as a slideshow of Ally’s work and life. Some pieces are also for sale.

The exhibition is seen as a first step to retrospectively establishing Thompson’s artistic notoriety in his homeland. In the words of Ally’s brother, Douglas, who has curated the exhibition: “Ally lived for art, now let’s help make his art live for him.”

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Bearsden and Milngavie are part of a £4.5 million investment plan for new early years’ facilities.

The centres will be created at former Brookwood Library in Bearsden, which will provide places for up to 88 children, and former St Joseph's Primary in Milngavie..

A further 96 places will be catered for at a centre built on land across from Kirkintilloch Police Office at Southbank Marina.

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A charity that supports Scottish families affected by alcohol and drugs is hoping to enlist the help of local volunteers this month.

Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs (SFAD) is looking for support with a bucket collection at Tesco in Milngavie on Friday February 15, from 9.30am to 5.30pm. This is the second bucket collection at Tesco this year.

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The charity was founded in 2003 as the Scottish Network for Families Affected by Drugs.

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SFAD is proud of the grassroots history of the organisation.

Katie said: “The charity was set

up by families themselves, who came together to support each other and to create a united voice to raise awareness of the challenges they faced as family members.”

Funds for the service come from a range of sources, including Scottish Government as one of their National Commissioned Organisations (NCOs), commissioned work, grant funding and also fundraising.

If you can volunteer please contact Katie at katie@sfad.org. uk or call 0141 465 7523.

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BOOK IS SUMMIT SPECIAL A member of Milngavie Mountaineering Club has written a beautiful and informative book about Scotland’s highest mountains.

Robert Wright (pictured), who has completed a full round of Scotland’s 282 Munros, is the author of Explore the Munros: Your Guide to 50 of Scotland’s Most Iconic Mountains.

He said: “I wanted to publish a book that was different from a regular guide book. Although the book does include short route descriptions of 50 of the Munros, there are lots of facts and interesting tales as well, not just about the hills but also the surrounding areas.

“It’s a book that people can pick up and read, as well as browse through, to find out all sorts of things about Scotland and the Munros.”

The book features a wealth of stunning photos, many of which were taken by Glasgow southside photographer Keith Fergus.

Keith said: “The images that appear in the book were taken over a period of around seven years, mainly to illustrate articles and guidebooks on the outdoors.

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Robert, who is the editor of The Scots Magazine, added: “I wanted to fascinate and inspire people with my book. Hopefully it will be attractive to Munro baggers and also those who have yet to walk a Munro.”

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P1S VOTE FOR TOP BOOK is for children aged three to six.

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Alan Windram, author of 'One Button Benny', was voted favourite best children's picture book, part of the Bookbug Picture Book Awards, as voted by local pupils

Primary One pupils across Bearsden, Westerton and Milngavie were part of a nationwide vote to choose the best children’s picture book.

As part of Book Week Scotland, all Scottish P1 children were asked to vote for their favourite book on a shortlist of three Bookbug Picture Books 2019.

They included One Button Benny

by Alan Windram; Eric Makes a Splash by Emily MacKenzie; and I am a Bat by Morag Hood.

The Bookbug Picture Book Awards is organised annually by the Scottish Book Trust in association with Browns Books for Students.

Last month, it was announced that One Button Benny is the winner after receiving the most votes.

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With retro-style illustrations by Chloe Holwill-Hunter, the fun tale

Alan, of Oban, who also performs live shows for schools with the Sticky Kids theatre, said: “I am over the moon by the amazing news that my book, One Button Benny, is the winner of the Bookbug Picture Book Prize 2019.

“I am so thrilled and also so thankful to Chloe Holwill-Hunter and her amazing illustrations that brought Benny to life.”

Poppy Munro, who attends St Nicholas Primary School in Bearsden, said: “I really liked the One Button Benny book. It was fun to look at and read.”

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The organiser of a thriving local event has described herself as a “proud market mama”.

Jessica Stafford, of Milngavie Makers Market, added that she believes that “supporting local businesses and makers helps the economy and environment.”

The popular craft market will open its doors again for the first time this year on Saturday February 2 from 11am to 4pm in Milngavie Town Hall.

Each market, which is free to attend, boasts more than 30 stalls. The goal is to provide quality handmade products, by local makers, that customers cannot buy anywhere else.

Some makers have been so successful they now have their own shops.

Each month there are new makers, as well as regulars. The

wide variety of stalls includes jewellery, ceramics, assorted textiles, art, plants and cakes for the hungry shopper.

Sustainability is an important theme and stalls with ecofriendly products are always represented.

Jessica said: “We are trying to be a wee bit nicer to the environment, ourselves and each other, with products we make and consume.”

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The Reminiscence Group was launched in late 2017 and has more recently moved to All Saints Church in Bearsden. The group meets on the second Thursday of each month and currently has two regular volunteers and around 12 befriendees.

There are another 15 people on the waiting list and with more volunteers they could be welcomed into the group.

The Reminiscence Group uses the discussion of past activities, events and experiences, usually with the aid of tangible prompts such as

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St Valentine's Day Feature | February 2019

Celebrated on February 14th, it is often marked by giving gifts to and spending time with loved ones. Valentine's Day traditions include exchanging gifts, such as chocolates or roses, and a romantic night out on the town.

Origins of Valentine’s Day A popular theory says that Emperor Claudius II didn’t want Roman men to marry during wartime, but a priest called Valentine performed secret weddings, but was discovered and sentenced to death. On the eve of his execution he sent a card to the jailer’s daughter, signed “From your Valentine”.

The first Valentine’s Day It is widely believed that the first Valentine’s day was in the year 496. The Romans had a festival called Lupercalia in the middle of February - officially the start of their springtime. It's thought that as part of the celebrations, boys drew names of girls from a box. They'd be boyfriend and girlfriend during the festival and sometimes they'd get married. Later on, the church wanted to turn this festival into a

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King Henry VII officially declared February 14 as the holiday of St. Valentine’s Day in 1537 – and it has stuck ever since.

The first Valentine’s Day card The Duke of Orleans sent the earliest Valentine’s card to his wife whilst he was a prisoner in the Tower of London in the 15th century. Across the world an estimated one billion Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged each year, making it the second most popular card giving time of the year after Christmas.

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February 2019 | Legal Matters

FAYE FUNDS FOR KIDS’ CHARITY Legal Matters A Bearsden nursery raised more than £1200 for charity at a festive event.

The Christmas Faye at Canniesburn Nursery was supported by staff, parents and children who donated cash and groceries.

Some £1,175 was awarded to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Glasgow.

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Calendar of events Friday 1st

Sunday 3rd

Gill’s Yoga Classes

Cairnhill Woods Active Sunday

St Joseph's Church Hall 10.15-11.15am. Gentle hatha yoga class.

07443 417371

Main Entrance, 104/106 Henderland Rd 2-4pm. Come along and help maintain fabulous local woodland. Tasks vary from cutting back rhoddies or overgrown brambles, planting trees, digging ditches and maintaining paths.

07899 028534 cairnhillwoodsgroup@gmail.com

Weekly

BADMINTONscotland Allander Leisure Centre 7pm. Badminton Club.

07825 054629 Weekly

Toddler Time

Friendship House Café

Allander Evangelical Church 9.30-11.00am. Open to all parents and carers for kids aged 0-3 with craft, toys, refreshments, singing and a short thought for the day. Toddler Time is an excellent place to get to know other parents in the local area. www.allanderchurch.org.uk

17 Park Road, Milngavie G62 6PJ 10am-4pm. Café run by volunteers from local churches. We offer a selection of home baking, hot drinks, a choice of soups and a warm welcome.

Runs Mon-Wed every week

First Sunday of every month

Saturday 2nd

Monday 4th

Pilates St Andrews Church Hall, Milngavie 9:30am, Kick start your weekend with Pilates Matwork. A general level class for adults where beginners and those with some experience are equally welcome.

Mats are provided and booking essential.

07493 140708 • amgpilates@outlook.com Weekly

Milngavie Town Hall 11am-4pm. Nice people. Nice things.

Over 30 stalls with unique, high-quality products, handmade in Scotland. The best market in East Dunbartonshire!

Established with integrity in 2016. milngaviemakersmarket@gmail.com

Weekly

Scotia Stoves THE STOVE SUPPLY & INSTALLATION SPECIALISTS

Weekly

Bumps and Bundles

Monday 4th Cinema Club: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri Mugdock Cinema 7.30pm. Mildred Hayes, a hardnosed mother is seeking justice for her murdered daughter. With no arrests after seven months, Mildred puts up three roadside signs to goad Ebbing police chief into action. But the law and townsfolk don't take kindly to the provocation. But Mildred doesn't care. Booking essential. Cost £4 each.

0141 956 6100

NK Scottish Country Dance Club New Kilpatrick New Halls 7.30-9.30pm. Join us on Monday evenings.

Enjoy weekly fun at our friendly Scottish country dancing club learning dances to great music. No need to bring a partner. treasurerNKCDC@gmail.com 0141 563 8790 Weekly

Bearsden Baptist Church 9.30am. Parent and toddler group meets every Monday that isn’t a holiday.

0141 563 7830 • 07982 248764 www.bearsdenbaptistchurch.com Weekly

Bearsden Bridge Academy The Court Room, Milngavie 4pm Improvers Class. 5.30pm Beginners Class. 7pm Improvers. We are unique in this area in that anyone is welcome to join us on a Monday evening without a partner, so why not come along and join us as we seek to improve? pfe263@gmail.com Weekly until May

Art at the Grange 2 Grange Avenue, Milngavie Offering art classes suitable for all ages and levels. Please see our website for full listings. www.artatthegrange.com

Forever Active (55+) Allander Sports Centre 11am. Badminton, table tennis and soft tennis with a swim included. Just turn up! www.edlc.co.uk Weekly. Also runs on Thursdays

Antonine Bridge Club

Baljaffray Parish Church 10-10.45am. Over 60s exercise class.

0141 942 1283

Bearsden Ski Club 7pm. New members (pairs) and visitors welcome to this friendly, competitive club.

0141 942 8262 www.bridgewebs.com/antonine

Weekly (also on Wednesdays)

Weekly

Cheery Ladies Keep Fit

Suppliers & Installers of Woodburning & Multi Fuel Stoves in Glasgow & Central Scotland

Bearsden / Milngavie 8pm. Join us for some social sewing, a wee cup of tea and a chat. Bring your own machine, the project you're working on and we can share stories of our makes and swap patterns and fabric in the future!

Please contact for the address.

07715 104550 sewciable.glasgow@gmail.com

Cairns Church Hall 11am. Tap class with Margaret McBain.

0141 956 3388 • 07778 137623 mar.macbain@ntlworld.com

Daisy Baby Classes

Milngavie Makers Market

Social Sewing

Adult Tap Class

Lesser Hall, Bearsden Hub, Bearsden Cross 7.30pm. The next talk will be given by Sarah Reid on the topic "The History of Forensic Science in Scotland". Visitors welcome. £4. www.mbhistorical.org

Relaxing, supportive and progressive classes for babies from 6 weeks-20 months. Designed to support your baby’s development at every stage. Baby massage and yoga. Themed sensory play.

Educational support. Meet new mums.

Booking required.

07793 076733 angela-govenden@thedaisyfoundation.com

Runs Monday to Friday

Weekly

Milngavie & Bearsden Historical Society

MON: Bearsden Community Hub TUE: Kilmardinny House, Bearsden THU: Milngavie Guide Hall

0141 956 5661

Based in Glasgow, Scotia Stoves are an independent family business who specialise in the supply and installation of energy efficient woodburning stoves, multi fuel stoves and DEFRA approved clean burning stoves throughout greater Glasgow, Lanarkshire and central Scotland. We can provide a comprehensive range of affordable and professional chimney sweeping, chimney servicing, chimney maintenance and chimney repair services for residential, commercial and industrial clients.

Scotia Stoves are here to help with any enquiries regarding our services.

Therefore, feel free to give us a call or email.

Abbie Bathrooms Complete bathroom Wet Walls • Tiling Plumbing • Joinery Free estimates

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0141 944 2448

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07792 136 033 0141 316 2634

What's On Calendar | February 2019 Tuesday 5th Scottish Country Dancing Westerton Hall 7.30-9pm. Beginners. Come and join us for fun, fitness and friendship. You will be made very welcome.

07902 127370 Facebook: RSCDS Glasgow branch www.rscdsglasgow.org Weekly until end of March

Ceilidh Dancing St Joseph's Church Hall, Milngavie 7.30-9pm. A new class for anyone wanting to learn ceilidh dancing-. All welcome.

07902 127370 Facebook: RSCDS Glasgow branch www.rscdsglasgow.org Weekly until end of March

Social Bridge Baljaffray Parish Church 7pm. Please come along and join us. No partner required.

0141 942 5304 Weekly until June

Jog Scotland Allander Leisure Centre 6.30pm. For mixed to any ability. laura.sherriff@eastdunbarton.gov.uk Weekly

Kelvin Choir Upper Hall, St Andrew’s Church, Bearsden 7.30-9.45pm. Love to sing? Come and join Kelvin Choir. Kelvin Choir is a four-part, non-audition community choir that is always looking to welcome new members to its ranks. kelvin.choir@virginmedia.com www.kelvinchoir.com

Allander Leisure Centre 12-2pm (other times available). Rinks are available for non members – ladies and gents. Come along for a free 2 hour trial, £4 thereafter. No experience necessary, equipment supplied. Warm and friendly environment. New members welcome.

0141 943 0655 www.allanderbowling.co.uk Weekly until April

Bearsden Chess Club Cairns Church Hall, Milngavie 7.45pm. Meets every Tuesday with a junior section at 6:30pm. A thriving and welcoming club.

0141 569 3361 james.burt@ntlworld.com

#One2Seven Allander Evangelical Church 6.30-7.45pm. Our One2Seven club is for all kids in Primary 1-7. We teach bible stories, sing, play games, do crafts and lots more. www.allanderchurch.org.uk Weekly

MONDAY 3rd Evening Dementia Carers Group, Bearsden Bearsden Dementia Resource Centre 7-9pm

TUESDAY 5th Carers Chair Yoga

Weekly until May

Milngavie Youth Café – 11am-12pm.

Weekly

Whist Drive The Fraser Centre 1:15pm. £1, includes tea and biscuits/cake.

New members welcome.

Weekly

Baby and Toddler Group New Kilpatrick Church New Halls, Kirk Place, Bearsden G61 3RT 9.30-11.30am. A small, friendly group, welcoming parents, carers and grandparents and all children up to nursery stage.

0141 942 8827 mail@nkchurch.org.uk Weekly. Also runs on Wed & Thu

Allander Indoor Bowling Club

Wednesday 6th

An Introduction to Self Defence and Martial Arts Bearsden Academy 7pm Juniors. 8pm Seniors. Have you ever wanted to learn self defence but don’t know where to start? Learn the basics of self defence and martial arts in a friendly, relaxed environment. bearsdenmartialarts@hotmail.com www.bearsdenmartialarts.org

Carers Choir Milngavie Youth Café – 1.15-2.15pm Also on 19 February

Craigdhu Writers Milngavie Community Centre, Quiet Room 10am. Our group of creative thinkers meet to enjoy each other’s readings and writings. All writers are warmly invited to attend our relaxed and friendly creative environment. craigdhuwriters@btinternet.com Weekly

Bearsden Daytime Disco St Andrew's Church, Bearsden 12.15-1.45pm. Healthy and fun community disco. All generations welcome. Adults £5 includes light lunch and drinks. Kids go free. Optional £2 for kids lunch or bring your own.

07717 732542 weekdaywowfactor@gmail.com www.weekdaywowfactor.com

THURSDAY 7th Milngavie & Bearsden Carers Café Fraser Centre – 1.30-3.30pm

THURSDAY 14th Crafty Carers Milngavie Milngavie Enterprise Centre 1.30-3.30pm

THURSDAY 28th Milngavie Dementia Carers Group Milngavie Enterprise Centre – 10:30am-12:30pm For further information: CARERSLINK.ORG.UK

Weekly, except 14th February

Weekly during term-time

Westerton Male Voice Choir Main Hall, Bearsden Cross Church 7.30pm. Westerton Male Voice Choir warmly welcomes fresh voices. You don't have to be an experienced singer and will have the chance to view and participate in a rehearsal evening.

0141 956 5868 • www.wmvc.scot alistair.angus@googlemail.com

Weekly until May

Weekly

Milngavie Choir

Senior School Drop-in

Cairns Church Hall 7.30pm. New members welcome especially if they are wearing trousers. You don't have to be able to read music but it helps the others if you can.

0141 942 1945 info@milngavie-choir.org.uk www.milngavie-choir.btck.co.uk

Kilmardinny Arts Centre 3.30pm. After school, the studios are free to help encourage and support students in their creative coursework. These are flexible and messy spaces perfect for painting, spraying and constructing.

Studios are staffed but not tutor-led.

0141 777 3143

Weekly until May

Weekly during term-time

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07754 146508 | 0141 772 7273

thistle industrial services Ben View Antiques aim is to bring affordable good quality antiques and retro furniture to our customers at realistic prices. We want our furniture to be used in the future as much as it was in the past.

0141 959 0333

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Calendar of events Milngavie in Bloom: Clean Sweep

Burnbrae Bridge Club

Outside Fraser Centre 10am. Come and join the Clean Sweep branch of Milngavie in Bloom in helping to tidy up Milngavie.

0141 956 6147 ronamacleod@hotmail.co.uk

Court Room, Milngavie Town Hall 6.30-10pm. We are a friendly and relaxed bridge club that welcomes new members and their partners. Visitors welcome.

0141 563 8988 sheana.donald@ntlworld.com

Also on Saturday 16th

Weekly until April

Scottish Country Dancing

St Paul's Church, Milngavie 12-1pm. Come enjoy home made soup, assorted rolls and delicious home baking, all for a very modest cost. All are welcome for a warm friendly atmosphere.

07803 934688 annsmacleod@gmail.com Weekly

Ladies Bridge Club Court Room, Milngavie Town Hall 1.15-4.15pm. New members welcome.

0141 584 9514 • 0141 942 6559

Allander Evangelical Church 2pm. Around 30 women meet regularly for fellowship and to hear from guest speakers on their Christian testimony and experience. All women welcome young or old, and it is a place of real welcoming and friendship. www.allanderchurch.org.uk

Weekly except for 14th February

An Introduction to Self Yoga Class All Saints’ Church Hall, Bearsden 8-9pm. New members welcome.

07963 936780 jane.tait@ntlworld.com

Defence and Martial Arts

Adult Ballet Class

St Paul's Lunch Club

Ladies Afternoon Meeting

Mugdock Country Park Weekly dance classes for children and adults.

Lorna: 01360 551689 • 07500 213473 www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk

Weekly

Milngavie Town Hall 7.30-9.15pm. General. Come and join us for fun, fitness and friendship. You will be made very welcome.

07902 127370 Facebook: RSCDS Glasgow branch www.rscdsglasgow.org Weekly until end of March

Lets Dance: Weekly Workshops

Cairns Church Hall, Milngavie 7.30pm. Ballet class with Margaret McBain.

0141 956 3388 • 07778 137623 mar.macbain@ntlworld.com Weekly

Breathe Easy Community Room, Waitrose, Milngavie 2pm. First Wednesday in month save Jun, Dec & Jan. Long term lung sufferers and carers meet to share and learn.

0141 956 1791 bill.underes@virginmedia.com

Douglas Academy, Milngavie 7pm Juniors. 8pm Seniors. Have you ever wanted to learn self defence but don’t know where to start? Learn the basics of self defence and martial arts in a friendly, relaxed environment. 4 week block. bearsdenmartialarts@hotmail.com www.bearsdenmartialarts.org Weekly during term time

St Andrew’s Church Hall, Stewart St 7.30pm. Yoga strength and flexibility.

07443 417371

Social Bridge

Bearsden Hall, Lesser Hall 11.15am. Experience the wonderful benefits of meditation and feel realigned and de-stressed. No booking required.

Baljaffray Parish Church 6:30pm. Please come along and join us, no partner required. jeans.kent@gmail.com

Weekly

Weekly until June

10am at St Andrew's Church Hall, Milngavie and 7pm at Waitrose Community Room, Milngavie. Pilates Fundamental Matwork classes. A general level class where beginners and those with some experience are equally welcome.

Mats are provided and booking essential.

07493 140708 • amgpilates@outlook.com Weekly

Thursday 7th Westerton Scottish Country Dance Club Westerton Village Hall 7.30-9.30pm. No need for partner.

Esther Liddell: 0141 942 4468 Noreen Simpson: 07851 398 264 Weekly

West Highland Gate (Temporarily) 7pm. Meets first Thursday of every month for meal and live entertainment.

0141 942 5241 First Thursday of the month

Westerton Over Sixties Club Westerton Hall 2-4pm. Board games, tea and biscuits, chat. All welcome. Come along and enjoy the fun.

0141 570 0791 • ellen.gray@outlook.com Weekly

Jog Scotland Milngavie Clock 6.30pm. A relaxed and friendly run, covering distances between 6-10k. All runners welcome. Free jogscotlandmilngavie@gmail.com Weekly

Allander Bridge Club Milngavie C.E. Centre 6.45pm. Friendly long-established club welcomes new members and visitors (with partners). First two weeks free.

0141 931 5512 ianmargaret1963@gmail.com

Bearsden & Milngavie NS Bridge Club

Weekly until the end of April

Court Room, Milngavie Town Hall 6.45-10pm. Friendly, well established bridge club. New members are welcome.

0141 942 0552 cullenjim@ntlworld.com

Cairns Church Hall 11am. Prime Movers exercise class with Margaret McBain for those 60+.

0141 956 3388 • 07778 137623 mar.macbain@ntlworld.com

Weekly until May

Prime Movers Exercise

Weekly

Garages • Workshops • Playhouses • Kennels • Stables

HUNTER FOOT HEALTHCARE Treatments you can expect:

karen@sealgair.com KAREN HUNTER RGN FHCP

Betsy Barclay’s Ladies Leisure Circle (Golden Girls)

Gill’s Yoga Class

Meditation & Mindfulness

Athlete’s Foot Treatment Verruca Treatment Foot Pain Treatment

Weekly

Weekly

Pilates

Routine Nail Care Fungal Nail Treatment

St Andrew's Church, Milngavie 2-4pm. A style of dance done in a circle or semi-circle to musical accompaniment. All welcome. No partner required. www.circledancingforall.org.uk

St James the Less Church Hall 10am. A friendly, relaxed Bridge Club.

New members and visitors welcome.

07910 776591

Weekly

Fully insured and PVG scheme registered

Circle Dancing

Hilton Bridge Club

Monthly

Weekly until 27 March

Weekly

Corn & Callus Removal Diabetic Foot Advice

07766 654 601

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What's On Calendar | February 2019 Children’s Karate & Kobudo Classes Main Hall, Bearsden Community Hub 6-7pm. FREE lesson (spaces limited).

Taught by a child specialist and martial arts practitioner of over 30 years standing.

Open to ages 4 years upwards!

07548 551069 • admin@shintenbudo.com Weekly

Tuesday 13th Mugdock Sensational Safari: Winter Wildlife

Sunday 10th Forest School, Mugdock: Where are All the Animals Mugdock Country Park 2-4pm. Come along on a wild walk through Mugdock and look for some of Mugdock’s amazing wildlife. Forest School soft toy trail for 3-5 year olds. Parents must accompany children on this event.

Booking essential. Cost £7 each.

0141 956 6100

Monday 11th Bearsden Literary Society

Friday 8th Milngavie Music Club Cairns Church, Buchanan St, Milngavie 7.30 pm. Adam Walker (flute) and James Baillieu (piano) Frank: Sonatina Op 100; Widor: Suite Op 34; Schumann: Three Romances Op 94; Frank: Sonata in A major (arr for flute and piano). Adam Walker’s last appearance is still remembered as one of the most sensational displays of instrumental brilliance we have ever experienced.

0141 942 3102 enquiries@milngaviemusic.org

Saturday 9th Milngavie Pipe Band Folk Concert/Fundraiser Milngavie Bowling Club, Station Rd 7.30pm. Featuring John Graham and Jim Jack together with a mini band from the Milngavie Pipe Band. Both John and Jim are multi instrumentalists and have a long history of playing in folk bands. Proceeds from the event will assist with travel to 2019 competitions. Tickets £10, available from Band members or H. Cruickshank.

There will be a bar and raffle.

07836 516969 hectorcruickshank@talktalk.net

St Andrew's RC Church, Bearsden 7.45pm. Ian Dickie QPM will give a talk entitled "From the Farm to the Palace" when he will share some of his more memorable experiences from policing from the sixties to the nineties. All are welcome to attend, admission is £4 for non members. Tea/coffee and biscuits included. www.bmdfas.org.uk

The Arts Society Bearsden and Milngavie New Kilpatrick Church, Bearsden 2pm. Meet up with like-minded people and share your curiosity with the arts. www.bmdfas.org.uk Second Monday of every month (Sep-Jun)

iPads the Next Step Bearsden Library 1.30pm. This intermediate level course is intended for those users who feel confident using their iPads but who want to learn more skills. libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

Mugdock Country Park 1-4pm. Calling all active 8-12 year olds!

Look for animal tracks and signs in the woodland and find out how we can help our local wildlife during the cold winter months on this 3-hour fun afternoon with the Ranger Service both indoors and out. Booking essential.

Cost £10 each.

0141 956 6100

Saturday 16th Reflection/Dorcas Group St Andrew's Church, Milngavie 11am-3pm. Reflection: Church open to all for quiet reflection. Dorcas: Church hall will be open for the monthly session of this craft group where a range of activities will take place.

0141 956 7242

Social Line Dancing Cadder Church North Hall, Cadder Road, Bishopbriggs 1.30-3.30pm. Come and join us for social line dancing – it's fun, it's light-hearted and it's good exercise!

Joan 01389 383014 hawkinsjoan@hotmail.com Third Monday of every month

Tuesday 19th U3A Monthly Meeting St Andrew’s Church Hall, Bearsden 11am. Adrian Cox will give a talk on 'Historic Environment Scotland'.

07592 501648 https://u3asites.org.uk/bam

Men Behaving Dadly

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Allander Evangelical Church 9.30-11.am. Dads bring along their kids (aged 0-4 years) and while the kids play with the numerous toys provided the dads enjoy a bacon roll with tea or coffee and chat with other dads. £2.50 per dad. www.allanderchurch.org.uk

Monday 18th

Bearsden Flower Club

Fortnightly

Cinema Club: Chappaquiddick Mugdock Cinema 7.30pm. On July 18, 1969, Ted Kennedy took a wrong turn, both literally and figuratively. When his Oldsmobile went into the water on Chappaquiddick Island, there were two people inside, he and Mary Jo Kopechne. Ted alone emerged alive. It's a mystery as to why he left her there and walked past several houses on his way back to the house party they had left earlier.

Booking essential. Cost £4 each.

0141 956 6100

St Andrew's Upper Church Hall 2.30pm. The demonstrator is Jan Gordon from Elderslie, with the title of "Spirit of Adventure". All welcome.

0141 942 4152

Wednesday 20th Yarn Spinning Taster Class Gavin's Mill, 3 Gavin's Mill Road, Tesco Carpark 7.30pm. Experience the art of yarn spinning with Odet Beauvoisin.

0141 955 0437 • office@gavinsmill.org Third Wednesday of the month

Milngavie Heritage Centre Milngavie Town Hall 7.30pm. The next talk will be given by Ken Brophy on the intriguing mystery of the "Cochno Stone". Entrance is free but donations welcome. www.milngavieheritage.org

Tuesday 12th Mugdock’s History & Mysteries Mugdock Country Park 1-3.30pm. Enjoy a Ranger led walk through time, from a 13th century castle to WWII gunsites and a 1950’s zoo! With special access to the tower at Mugdock Castle, this is a walk not to be missed!

Meet at the Visitor Centre. Cost £5 each.

0141 956 6100

Look your best If you require cost effective, reliable heating and plumbing engineers then look no further.

We cater to all domestic and business customer's central heating systems, gas services and plumbing requirements.

Book an appointment at Marra Dog Grooming for a spruce up for the dog in your life. Professional one-to-one service for dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds We only use Vegan Society approved products

07413 489756 ali@marradog.co.uk 0141 563 9607

0776 885 5100

www.mercerplumbingandheating.co.uk

2 Grange Avenue, Milngavie G62 8AQ (entrance on Buchanan Street)

33 KELVIN CRESCENT, BEARSDEN, GLASGOW G61 1BT

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Calendar of events Friday 22nd Glasgow Islay Gaelic Choir: Annual Concert Westerton Hall, Bearsden 7.30pm. Still on a high after appearing with Donnie Munro and Runrig at their final concerts in Stirling last August, the choir, along with their junior choir, are holding their Annual Concert. Tickets £8 (children under 16, free) and can be obtained from choir members.

07946 901594

Sunday 24th

Thursday 28th

Forest School, Mugdock: Keep on Running!

Stargazing at Mugdock

Mugdock Country Park 2-4pm. Enjoy a fast paced Forest School session with some nature themed games and activities in the wilds of Mugdock!

Outdoor activities for 8-12 year olds.

Booking essential. Cost £7 each.

0141 956 6100

Mugdock Country Park 7-8.30pm. Learn some fascinating facts about space then search the February skies for winter constellations and planets. Indoor presentation if weather is bad. Minimum age 7yrs Booking essential.

0141 956 6100

Monday 25th

Friday 1st March

First Aid for Babies and Children

Milngavie Music Club

Register now for our FREE introductory webinar 7pm. Delivered by a qualified paediatric doctor with extensive teaching experience.

Open to parents, grandparents, or anyone working in childcare who wants to ensure they have the essential first-aid skills required to deal with potentially lifethreatening emergencies. Book your place and join us for this this essential learning from the comfort of your home.

0141 387 1079 • admin@merashealthcare.com Also runs at 8pm on Tue 26th Feb

Saturday 23rd

Saturday 23rd

Wednesday 27th

Bearsden Ski Club (Curling Section) Invites You To Try Curling For Free!

Milngavie Folk Club: Cera Impala and the New Prohibition

Bearsden West Community Council

intu Braehead Ice Rink 10am. A great taster to the sport with an introduction to the basics, information on how the game is played and a chance to practice sweeping and delivering the stones. The session is free, lasts approximately 90 mins and is delivered by qualified coaches. Booking essential by email by 9th February. iain.reekie1@ntlworld.com

Fraser Centre, Milngavie 7.30pm. Cera Impala is an artist from Flagstaff, Arizona who has toured across the USA and Europe. A multiinstrumentalist, she enjoys playing ukelele, guitar, and her very own brand of hard-driving clawhammer banjo. tickets.jmsconcerts.co.uk

Westerton Hall, Bearsden 7pm. Residents of the Bearsden West area are welcome to come along and discuss issues which impact on the local community such as roads, planning, cleansing, parks, transport, education, care etc. If there is anything you would like to raise then please come along to the meetings or email.

0141 570 2960 • bearsdenwest@gmail.com

Cairns Church, Buchanan St, Milngavie 7.30 pm. Anna Huntley mezzo soprano and Emma Abbate piano Schumann: Frauenliebe und Leben; Britten: Cabaret Songs; Brahms: Four Songs; and English songs by other composers.

Described as a ‘fast-rising British talent’ and featured as a ‘rising star’ in BBC Music Magazine.

0141 942 3102 enquiries@milngaviemusic.org

World Day of Prayer New Kilpatrick Parish Church, Bearsden 10.30am.World Day of Prayer is an interdenominational and ecumenical annual Service for all ages. This year Slovenia is the focus and a very warm welcome awaits you at our Service.

0141 942 8484 mmsalmond@aol.com

Last Wednesday of the month

Submit your What's On information at www.thecommunitymagazine.co.uk March deadline: Friday 8th February

Offering high quality, personalised nursing care in a homely environment

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Making care mean more in Bearsden

Antonine House offers luxury suites along with a range of services, including:

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Event and activities programme

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Reminiscence room

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WIDER ACCESS TO FASTER BROADBAND HAVE YOUR SAY Thousands of local homes and businesses ON TAXI FARES can now choose to connect to Digital Scotland Superfast Broadband.

The faster fibre broadband rollout includes some 14,230 premises in Bearsden, Milngavie, Torrance, Milton of Campsie, Lennoxtown, Kirkintilloch and Bishopbriggs.

Householders and businesses will need to sign up for the new services with an internet service provider because upgrades are not automatic.

For householders, the superfast broadband allows more people to use more gadgets and appliances – phones, TVs, tablets, games consoles – that rely on a good internet connection.

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Residents have until February 15 to make their opinions known about a proposed taxi fare freeze in East Dunbartonshire.

to review taxi fares within its area periodically. Following initial consultation it is proposed not to increase fares."

The council held initial consultation on the current fare structure with taxi operators, drivers and trade organisations.

The Council last reviewed taxi fares in 2016, with new fares previously coming into effect from 1 July 2016.

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Three Bearsden people were included in The Queen’s New Year Honours List 2019 with a CBE and two MBEs received.

Professor Iain McInnes, the Muirhead Professor of Medicine and Director of the Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation, was awarded a CBE for services to medicine.

Meanwhile, Rosemary Wright, a superintendent in local Policing Development and Support with Police Scotland, received an MBE. Her honour is in recognition of her services to mental health issues.

Indian restaurateur Rajinder Singh Bajwe also received an MBE for services to the

hospitality industry and to charity in Glasgow. He said it was a “tremendous honour” to receive this MBE. In wider East Dunbartonshire, Alistair John Whitelaw of Lenzie, an officer in the 1st Lenzie Company of the Boys' Brigade was awarded a British Empire Medal for services to the Boys' Brigade.

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