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A Bearsden mum and teacher is hoping to roll out an innovative children’s challenge programme to local schools and groups. Dawn Waugh launched her Junior Duke for youngsters in Primary 4 to Primary 7 in 2007 and Mini Duke for children aged P2 and P3 in 2011. The concept sees children completing seven of 10 challenges each academic year across a variety of themes, including cooking, craft, domestic and outdoors. As they become older, the challenges become more complex. Mini Duke is the build up programme to Junior Duke. Task outcomes are monitored by trained adults and the children

are awarded a badge and certificate on completion. Started in the school where Dawn teaches, Hutchesons’ Grammar, it has now been adopted by nine more schools and it’s hoped that other primaries and groups will be keen to be part of the challenge programme. Dawn said: “It all came about because I was thinking of ways to give children of all abilities a challenge to work towards. I liked the idea of the Duke of Edinburgh scheme for older children and also the badges

system at the Brownies, Cubs, Guides and Scouts. “The challenges are meant to promote a child’s life skills, independence, responsibility and confidence, such as learning how to repair a punctured bike tyre, making meals, cooking cakes, sewing on buttons, climbing a hill and creating a first aid kit. “The challenges progress each year and we have found that children really enjoy working towards their annual awards. Many do go on to enrol with Duke of Edinburgh. “Having started Junior Duke and Mini Duke at the school where I teach I am keen now to offer it to other primary schools and perhaps to organised children’s groups.”

The Junior Duke and Mini Duke programme is based on a booklet of challenges. Children either produce a photograph as evidence of a task being completed or they perform the task in front of an “assessor” adult. The kids are then required to write a self-assessment of the task. Dawn said: “The assessors do need to have followed a training programme run by Junior Duke so that monitoring and award giving are consistent but it doesn’t take up too much time and the benefits to children are fantastic. “We have had so many positive results from both children and their parents or carers.” To find out more see www.juniorduke.com

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The eight jubilant runners at the completion of their 192 mile run on the West Highland Way

A group of eight runners took on a challenging winter run and raised more than four times their cash target for a mental health charity. The project, dubbed Pyllon Endeavour, was led by the three-times winner of the West Highland Way Race, Paul Giblin, who is better known as Pyllon.

Incredibly, they finished in 24 hours and six minutes. It takes many people a week to walk the West Highland Way, from Milngavie to Fort William, one way.

The aim was to run 192 miles out-and-back on the famous West Highland Way as a continuous relay. The athletes ran four sections totalling 24 miles each.

In doing so, the team have so far raised more than £10,500 for the Scottish Association of Mental Health (SAMH).

They needed to average seven minutes and 30 seconds per mile and run non-stop with almost 30,000ft of ascent over rough ground and with 16 hours of darkness.

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“As well as helping people to train hard for what can be a very solo endeavour, Pyllon connects people in powerful ways and by taking on the challenge of running ‘out and back’ as a team, we hope to inspire others to start their own ultra journey.” The other runners were Rob Turner, Marco Consani, Chris Crowley, Eoin Lennon, Graham Connolly, James Stewart and John Connolly You can still donate at www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ pyllon-endeavour

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TEAM’S BRIDGE TO SUCCESS enough players for six tables, with members playing in a competitive scenario. Peter says: “Players are able to come along without a partner, which is unusual in the local area, and I think this has been key for many people being able to progress competitively with Bridge.

A new competitive league team at a local bridge club is showing promising success with four wins out of four games played so far. The “Bimps”, formed from members of the “Class of 2018” Bearsden Bridge Academy, is playing in the Scottish Bridge Union (SBU) West District League Division 5.

It is a major achievement for our eight players and reflects deservedly on their dedication to the study of the game and to becoming more proficient with experience and the odd tutorial.”

Academy founder Peter Edmond said: “I’m very proud of the achievement of our team so far. They have won four our of four matches, with six more to go.

The club section of the academy meets at the Former Court Room in Milngavie Town Hall on Mondays at 7pm, from September to May. There are regularly

“The club has an educational bent, but with competition at its centre, and involves members gaining in confidence with the bidding and playing of a hand, scoring efficiently and an appreciation of the ethics and etiquette of the game. “The aim for many is to go on to play in the bigger Glasgow clubs or at one of many bridge congresses being run by our parent body, the SBU, to which we are affiliated.” Anyone with limited experience is welcome to join the bridge club any Monday evening. The academy also runs Bridge Classes on Monday afternoons, although a new intake will not take place until September. For more information contact Peter at: pfe263@gmail.com.

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Father and daughter athletes from Bearsden were delighted to be selected to represent Scotland at an international competition. To top the day at the Home Countries Masters Cross Country International in Swansea, Wales, Arlene Lewis was part of a bronze winning team, age 45 to 49. Proud dad Norman Baillie also competed in the 70plus age category but sadly pulled a hamstring during the championships. The competition is held annually throughout Great Britain and Ireland with teams of men and women racing in five-year age groups. There are prizes for individuals and teams.

Norman, who is a member of the Garscube Harriers, said: “We were both very happy to represent our home country at the championships and I was delighted for Arlene with her place in the bronze team.”

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HELP POINT FOR DEMENTIA

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An innovative UK music and dementia charity project has announced the launch of a new 'help point' in a Bearsden church halls. Playlist for Life uses the music of a person’s life to keep them connected to themselves and their loved ones while they live with dementia. The charity was founded in 2013 by broadcaster Sally Magnusson, the daughter of the late Magnus Magnusson, after she and her family witnessed the effect of music on her mother’s dementia. Mamie, who lived in Balmore, died in 2012. Morven White, who volunteers with Playlist with Life, said:

“Research shows that personally meaningful music can evoke memories in people affected by dementia. “It can improve mood, manage symptoms of memory loss, prompt conversation and most importantly strengthen relationships and reconnect families. “Some people describe it lighting up the brain like a fireworks display. If parts of your brain are damaged, the music can still reach those other

“A number of local Help Points are being set up to assist people to access appropriate music, by becoming ‘music detectives’ and by helping them to find the most appropriate listening device for them and how to use the Playlist to best help their friend or relative.” The new Bearsden Help Point is located in New Kilpatrick Parish Church, New Halls and is being manned every Friday morning from 10am to 11.30am by Morven and her colleague Trish Robertson.

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Local people have the chance to consult on the new Local Development Plan this month. The Local Development Plan 2 (LDP), being drawn up by East Dunbartonshire Council, will set the future use and protection of land in the region. The plan will establish where new development should be and it will cover issues of housing, transport, town centres and the environment. The public engagement period is from December to February and there will be an information drop-in session at Bearsden Community Hub on January 21 from 3pm to 7pm. A questionnaire is available to allow local people to comment on land use change and planning issues in local communities. A separate “call-for-sites” form is also available for anyone to

identify site-specific suggestions for development. Councillor Billy Hendry, Convenor of the Place, Neighbourhood and Corporate Assets Committee, said: “The Local Development Plan is an essential document that guides all aspects of planning and development, from the location of new housing to the layout of town centres. “I would encourage as many people as possible to make their views known and help shape the future development of our communities.” For information and details of other drop-in sessions in the region see www.eastdunbarton. gov.uk/council/consultations.

The World Health Organisation defines Health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, not just the absence of illness”. While many people probably woke up on New Year’s Day in a state, I am not sure it would have been one of “complete well-being”! That said, the start of a New Year gives us a chance to wipe the slate clean and make a fresh start with life. Although health can be subject to factors outside our control, getting the most out of life depends upon the balance of what we do physically, mentally and socially.

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A Scottish hockey player from Milngavie has joined forces with the NSPCC Scotland to help to deliver a ground-breaking campaign. Rob Harwood, 21, was part of a group of volunteers from the children’s charity who attended Castlehill Primary School in Bearsden to give a Speak Out Stay Safe assembly. The NSPCC runs the assemblies in primary schools to help children to recognise different types of abuse and to feel confident about speaking out to a trusted adult.

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Alzheimer’s Scotland 7-9pm, Alzheimer Scotland provides services across Scotland to help you live as well as possible with dementia. Meet at the Bearsden Dementia Resource Centre first Monday of every month. Tel: 0141 946 0966

Babycafé Open to all mums to be and breastfeeding mums for some peer support, and free tea and cake. Runs every Tuesday 2-4pm, in Hillhead Community Centre, 169 Meiklhill Road, Kirkintilloch. Tel: 0141 777 3099

Breathe Easy Support group for those with lung conditions and their carers. Meet at Community Room, Waitrose, Milngavie, 2.00pm first Wed of the month Call: 0141 956 1791

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East Dunbartonshire Association for Mental Health For people affected by mental ill-health and their carers. 24 Crossveggate, Milngavie G62 6RA. Tel: 0141 955 3040

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January 2019 | What's On Calendar

Calendar of events Pilates

Thursday 3rd Betsy Barclayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ladies Leisure Circle (Golden Girls) West Highland Gate (Temporarily) 7pm. Meets first Thursday of every month for meal and live entertainment. 0141 942 5241

St Andrews Church Hall, Milngavie 9:30am, Kick start your weekend with Pilates Matwork exercises that focus your breathing, develop core stability and encourage strong lean muscles and mind/body connection. A general level class for adults where beginners and those with some experience are equally welcome. Mats are provided and advanced booking essential. amgpilates@outlook.com Weekly

Sunday 6th Charity Car Boot Sale

Antonine Bridge Club

Monday 7th Forever Active (55+) Allander Sports CentreÂ 11am. Badminton, table tennis and soft tennis with a swim included. Just turn up! www.edlc.co.uk Weekly. Also runs on Thursdays

Milngavie and Bearsden Historical Society Lesser Hall, Bearsden Hub, Bearsden Cross 7.30pm. The next talk will be given by Jim Walker on the topic "The Antonine Wall" a world heritage site of great local interest. Visitors welcome. ÂŁ4. www.mbhistorical.org

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Main Entrance, 104/106 Henderland Rd 2-4pm. Come along and help maintain fabulous local woodland. Volunteering between 2-4pm, any help appreciated. Tasks vary from cutting back rhoddies or overgrown brambles, planting trees, digging ditches and maintaining paths. 07899 028534 cairnhillwoodsgroup@gmail.com

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First Sunday of every month

Bearsden & Milngavie NS Bridge Club Court Room, Milngavie Town Hall 6.45-10pm. Friendly, well established bridge club. New members are welcome. 0141 942 0552 cullenjim@ntlworld.com Weekly until May

Saturday 5th J and J Dance School

Art Classes in Milngavie

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Social Sewing 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 Weekly

Bearsden Baptist Church Parent and toddler group meets every Monday that isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a holiday. 0141 563 7830 â&#x20AC;˘ 07982 248764 www.bearsdenbaptistchurch.com

Monday 7th

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

Adult Tap Class Cairns Church Hall 11am. Tap class with Margaret McBain. 0141 956 3388 07778 137623 mar.macbain@ntlworld.com Weekly

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

Cinema Club: The Greatest Showman Mugdock Theatre 7.30pm. Inspired by the imagination of P. T. Barnum, this is an original musical that celebrates the birth of show business and tells of a visionary who rose from nothing to create a spectacle that became a worldwide sensation. Booking essential. ÂŁ4 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

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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. 0141 777 3021 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

Tesco Car Park 7-11.30am. ÂŁ10 per car, ÂŁ12 for small vans & ÂŁ15 for larger vans. Sell your unwanted items. The fee for parking your vehicle goes to charity.

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Bearsden Library 10 am. This is a free drop in session when you can bring along your portable device for help with any worries, queries or struggles. 0141 777 3021 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

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

Daisy Baby Classes MON: Bearsden Community Hub TUE: Kilmardinny House, Bearsden THU: Milngavie Guide Hall 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 Weekly

Tuesday 8th Social Bridge Baljaffray Parish Church 7pm. Please come along and join us. No partner required. 0141 942 5304 Weekly until June

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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

Jog Scotland

Weekly during term-time

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 fourpart, non-audition community choir that is always looking to welcome new members to its ranks. kelvin.choir@virginmedia.com www.kelvinchoir.com Weekly until May

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

Allander Indoor Bowling Club 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

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Weekly. Also runs on Wed & Thu

Tablet Tips Milngavie Library 10am. This is a free drop in session when you can bring along your portable device for help with any worries or queries. 0141 956 2776 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

Scottish Country Dancing

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

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 May

Weekly until end of March

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5 GREAT CONCERTS BY NAVARRA QUARTET, ADAM WALKER, ANNA HUNTLEY, CONSONE QUARTET AND McOPERA 7.30 Fridays in Cairns Church Milngavie

TICKETS: £13.00 • Students £5.00 • School Pupils FREE Available from The Iron Chef, Milngavie and at the door

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MONDAY 7th Bearsden Dementia Carers Group Bearsden Dementia Resource Centre 7-9pm

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

TUESDAY 8th Carers Chair Yoga Milngavie Youth Café – 11am-12pm. Weekly

THURSDAY 10th Crafty Carers Milngavie Milngavie Enterprise Centre 1.30-3.30pm

Weekly

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Senior School Drop-in 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

Carers Choir Milngavie Youth Café – 1.15-2.15pm Also on 24 December

Weekly during term-time

Come & Connect Milngavie Library 2pm. A 90 minute introductory session for complete beginners to help learners take the first steps in using an iPad or Android Tablet. 0141 956 2776 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

THURSDAY 24th Milngavie Dementia Carers Group Milngavie Enterprise Centre – 10:30am-12:30pm

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

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January 2019 | What's On Calendar

Calendar of events Wednesday 9th Craigdhu Writers Milngavie Community Centre 10am. Our group of creative thinkers meets every Wednesday to enjoy each others' writings. All writers are invited to attend our relaxed and friendly creative environment. craigdhuwriters@btinternet.com Weekly

Breathe Easy Training Room, Waitrose Milngavie 2pm. Lung sufferers and carers meet to share, learn and enjoy some company. bill.underes@virginmedia.com Weekly

Yoga Class All Saints’ Church Hall, Bearsden 8-9pm. New members welcome. 07963 936780 jane.tait@ntlworld.com Weekly

Ladies Bridge Club Court Room, Milngavie Town Hall 1.15-4.15pm. New members welcome. 0141 584 9514 • 0141 942 6559 Weekly until 27 March

Adult Ballet Class Cairns Church Hall, Milngavie 7.30pm. Ballet class with Margaret McBain. 0141 956 3388 07778 137623 mar.macbain@ntlworld.com Weekly

Burnbrae Bridge Club 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 Weekly until April

An Introduction to Self Defence and Martial Arts

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

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

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St Paul's Lunch Club

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St James the Less Church Hall 10am. A friendly, relaxed Bridge Club. New members and visitors welcome. 07910 776591

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. 0141 956 5661

Weekly

Gill’s Yoga Class St Andrew’s Church Hall, Stewart St 7.30pm. Yoga strength and flexibility. 07443 417371 Weekly

Lets Dance: Weekly Workshops Mugdock Country Park Weekly dance classes for children and adults. Lorna: 01360 551689 • 07500 213473 www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk Weekly

Every Friday 9am - 7pm Bearsden Foot & Physio Clinic,

Weekly

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

Allander Bridge Club Milngavie C.E. Centre Milngavie in Bloom: 6.45pm. Friendly long-established club Clean Sweep welcomes new members and visitors Outside Fraser Centre (with partners). First two weeks free. 10am. Come and help clean up Milngavie 0141 931 5512 for the New Year with the Clean ianmargaret1963@gmail.com Sweep branch of Milngavie in Bloom. Equipment and a warm welcome will be provided. 0141 956 6147 ronamacleod@hotmail.co.uk

Pilates 10am at St Andrew Church Hall, Milngavie and 7pm at Waitrose Community Room, Milngave. Pilates Fundamental Matwork classes offer effective exercises that focus your breathing, develop core stability and encourage strong lean muscles and mind/ body connection. A general level class where beginners and those with some experience are equally welcome. Mats are provided and advanced booking essential. amgpilates@outlook.com Weekly

Weekly until the end of April 2019

Prime Movers Exercise Cairns Church Hall 11am. Prime Movers exercise class with Margaret McBain for those 60+. 0141 956 3388 • 07778 137623 mar.macbain@ntlworld.com Weekly

J and J Dance School St. Luke's Church, Milngavie Children's tap, ballet, stage dance classes. melldaloch@gmail.com Weekly

Baljaffray Parish Church 10-10.45am. Over 60s exercise class. 0141 942 1283

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 551 069 admin@shintenbudo.com

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Friday 11th BADMINTONscotland Allander Leisure Centre 7pm. Badminton Club. 07825 054629

Gill’s Yoga Classes

U3A Monthly Meeting

St Joseph's Church Hall 10.15-11.15am. Gentle hatha yoga class. 07443 417371

St Andrew’s Church Hall, Bearsden 11am-1pm. Patrick Murray will give a talk on 'Paris in the 1920s The Crazy Years'. 07592 501648 https://u3asites.org.uk/bam

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Saturday 12th Milngavie Mountaineering Club: Climb Ben Ledi Callander 8am. Climb Ben Ledi in winter – a prominent Corbett just north of Callander. In summer a straight forward walk but ice axe and crampons are recommended in January. 0141 956 2506 mail@milngaviemountaineeringclub.org www@milngaviemountaineeringclub.org May take place on Sunday 13th due to weather

Friday 11th Milngavie Music Club

Stargazing at Mugdock: The Red Planet Mugdock Country Park 7-8:30pm. From the highest mountain to the largest canyon, the red soil to extreme weather, our neighbouring planet is a fascinating place! Come along and learn some more about the red planet. Indoor presentation if weather is bad. Minimum age 7yrs. Booking essential. £5 each.

0141 956 6100

Tuesday 15th Scottish Country Dancing St Joseph's Church Hall, Milngavie 7.30-9pm. Ceilidh. The classes are for all abilities ranging from beginners to advance level within a social dancing class. 07902 127370 Facebook: RSCDS Glasgow branch www.rscdsglasgow.org Weekly until 5th March

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Elves and Fairies: A Celebration! Mugdock Country Park 2-4pm. Build houses for elves, design fairy doors and look for signs of the wee folk that live just out of sight. Outdoor activities for 8-12 year olds. Booking essential £7 each.

Lillie Art Gallery, Milngavie 2pm. This is a free drop in session when you can bring along your portable device for help with queries and worries. 0141 956 5536 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

Scottish Country Dancing 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

Thursday 17th 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

Circle Dancing 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 Weekly

0141 956 6100

Monday 14th FaceTime Setting Up and Using on Apple Devices

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Milngavie Library 1.30pm. With this free course, you will learn how to set up FaceTime on your Apple device. All you need is an Apple ID and an email address. 0141 956 2776 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.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) Before

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Milngavie Town Hall 7.30pm. The third heritage talk of the new session arranged by the Group based at the Milngavie Heritage Centre will be given by Paul Bishop on the subject with the iintriguing title "Going with the flow or staying put: Mapping river boundaries over time and the Scottish – English Border". Entrance is free, however donations are welcome. www.milngavieheritage.org

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Friday 18th Tablet Tips Westerton Library 2pm. This is a free drop in session when you can being along your portable device for help with any worries or queries. 0141 943 0780 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

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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

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Mugdock Theatre 7.30pm. Fearing it would compromise his career, lawyer Andrew Beckett (Tom Hanks) hides his homosexuality and HIV status at a powerful Philadelphia law firm. But his secret is exposed when a colleague spots the illness's telltale lesions. Fired shortly afterwards, Beckett resolves to sue for discrimination, teaming up with Joe Miller (Denzel Washington), the only lawyer willing to help. In court, they face one of his ex-employer's top litigators, Belinda Conine (Mary Steenburgen). Booking essential. £4 each.

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Bearsden Library 1:30pm, Smartphones for Beginners will guide you through the basics of setting up, navigating and using your smartphone. 0141 777 3021 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

Bearsden Cross Church 11.30am. Piano Recital by Florian Mitrea, Finalist and Special Prize Winner Scottish International Piano Competition 2017. Featuring works by Beethoven and Chopin. Admission £10 includes coffee and cake served from 10.45 (Children accompanied by an adult free) Tickets from Purple Edge or at the door. Joan 0141 942 0507 secretary@bearsdencross.org

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Wednesday 23rd 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

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iPad for Beginners Milngavie Library 2pm. These sessions will guide you through the basics of setting up, navigating and using your iPad. 0141 956 2776 libraries@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

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The Trust has visited other ponds around Glasgow and seen what can be done in similar situations. MCDT has also asked specialist aquatic ecology company, Water Gems, to make a plan for the Milngavie pond. Fiona said: “The dream would be to transform the pond, creating colour, visual focus, improving water quality biodiversity and creating an even more improved community asset.

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Seven Bearsden and Milngavie primary schools are part of a sports pitch replacement programme.

MCDT have launched a fund-raising initiative to improve Milngavie pond

Baljaffray, Colquhoun Park, Clober, Craigdhu, Milngavie and Mosshead schools are set to benefit from the £1.45 million project, which is part of the council’s 10-year Capital Investment Plan.

A fund-raising initiative has been launched by Milngavie Community Development Trust (MCDT) to further improve a Milngavie pond.

A new multi-use games area pitch at Castlehill Primary has already opened. Councillor Billy Hendry, Convener of the Place, Neighbourhood & Corporate

The project aims to naturalise the pond edge at Milngavie CE Centre, which will help in efforts to improve water quality, and to install another larger island.

Fiona Crosbie, one of MCDT’s directors, said: “The new pump and fountain, financed by East Dunbartonshire Council, has already made a significant difference to the water.

The past year has seen great progress at the pond, including the installation of a new nesting island for swans, the planting of 350 native species, a new pump and fountain system and a children’s activity bench on the bank of the pond.

“We want to do more now to naturalise sections of the concrete edge, planting native species in a back-filled area. The plants will not only have a cleaning effect on the water but will also provide habitat and refuge for small aquatic animals and resident birds.”

Assets Committee, said, "I am pleased to hear about the strides that have been made towards replacement pitches at schools in Bearsden and Milngavie. “The new facilities will greatly enhance outdoor physical education for our young people.”

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FIRE SAFETY CHECKS FOR OVER-60S Local senior citizens are being urged to take up the offer of free Home Fire Safety Visits this winter. New statistics released by The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) show that more than half of accidental house fire fatalities involved people over the age of 60. Some 61 per cent of all the home fire fatalities in the last five years involved people over 60, while more than a third of accidental dwelling fire casualties (34 per cent) were also people in this age group.

they are more likely to be affected by limited mobility or long-term medical conditions. “Limited sight or hearing can mean an individual is less likely to be aware of fire when it breaks out. “We want to make sure that every older person is offered support to reduce the risk of fire in the home.”

A SFRS spokesperson said: “There are many reasons why older people could be affected by fire.

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If a Urinary tract infection is suspected, a doctor will take a urine sample and sometimes a blood test. The infection may be treated with a simple round of antibiotics. Infection prevention with some simple tips and rules: 1 Make sure the elderly stay hydrated – this can be a difficult struggle if they are embarrassed about incontinence – always provide their favourite drink in an accessible area – encourage water as cranberry juice may irritate some infections that are already present in some people. 2 Make access to the bathroom as easy and as frequently as possible.

Offer incontinence aids or bed pans to reassure them. Encourage good hygiene by providing wet wipes to make cleaning easier. 3 Avoid perfumed soaps, toilet papers. 4 All linens, towels, underwear or bed pans that come in contact with even a small amount of urine should be sanitised frequently to kill bacteria. 5 Consult your doctor – advice is better than treating yourself with home remedies. I hope the advice I have offered in the last 3 sessions have helped build an insight into a very common and distressing condition. Keep safe!

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Local News | January 2019

DEMENTIA CENTRE REOPENS

Front row, from left to right: Anne O’Donnell, Alzheimer Scotland Community Activities Organiser; Frank O’Hagan, local resident; Provost Alan Brown from East Dunbartonshire Council; Henry Simmons, Alzheimer Scotland Chief Executive; Alastair Black, Service Manager, Alzheimer Scotland East Dunbartonshire and Angi Inch, Dementia Advisor, Alzheimer Scotland.

The newly refurbished East Dunbartonshire Dementia Resource Centre in Bearsden has been re-opened by Alzheimer Scotland. The centre, located on Milngavie Road, will continue to serve as a community hub to support and connect people living with dementia and their carers and families across the region. The opening celebration at the end of November was led by Provost Alan Brown from East Dunbartonshire Council along with Alzheimer Scotland Chief Executive Henry Simmons,

centre staff, local volunteers and supporters The new-look Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre, which originally opened in 2011, brings dementia to the high street by providing a stimulating and sociable environment for people living with dementia, their families and carers to access information, advice and support locally.

One of the main features of the Resource Centre is the small specialist day service – available Tuesday to Friday – which can be accessed by people with dementia using Self-Directed Support. It also provides the base for Alzheimer Scotland’s dedicated Community Activities Organiser, who works to provide a range of groups and activities including, Football Memories, Mind That Song and Come Dine with Us. Provost Brown said: “The new facility offers a lively and relaxed environment to provide support and advice, as well as a range of stimulating activities for everyone to enjoy. “Knowing the work that Alzheimer Scotland undertake, I trust the centre will continue to help people living with dementia to adjust and cope with their new challenges, as well as helping them to feel included in their community.” To find out more about the support available from Alzheimer Scotland locally call 0141 946 0966 or email alastairblack@alzscot.org.

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Children and adults are invited to join a mountain biking family fun day this month – and to get involved in launching a new club.

hacks SCHEDULE YOUR RESOLUTIONS A time-frame is a good motivator for achieving your resolution. The way you assess your short-term progress towards the ultimate longterm goal. Buy a calendar or diary so you can plan your actions for the coming weeks or months, and decide when and how often to evaluate.

TrailCoach, a mountain bike tuition and coaching company, is organising a day at the trails developed by the Endura Lifecycle Trust near Balfron on Sunday January 6. Children will learn a host of top tips from coaches and make new friends while they ride the trails.

“Most clubs rely on volunteers, so we are attempting to create a premium club for the west central area of Scotland, potentially with a ‘roaming venue’ to make sure the travel is fair for everyone. We have an abundance of potential spots to use, so we think it’s a good idea to explore them all.

The fun day is also the opportunity to be involved in creating an MTB club. Ramsay MacFarlane, founder of TrailCoach, said: “With mountain biking booming we think the time is right to launch an all-new mountain biking club for children. It will be a club where kids can come to learn bike skills, build confidence and socialise with other biking enthusiasts.

“At the family fun day there will be a questionnaire for participants to complete to get a better idea of what will work best.”

The child “drop-off” ticket is £40 for kids who will be unsupervised by parents. It’s vital that riders bring their own fully functional bikes and kit, including a helmet and gloves. Knee and elbow pads are also recommended. Wear appropriate clothing and bring a change of clothes for afterwards. See www.trailcoach.co.uk/event/ family-fun-day or call Ramsay on 07729 900 997.

There are two ticket types for the fun day. A family ticket is £10 for any number of adults and kids, as long as the parents/guardians hang around to supervise their own kids.

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Bearsden Choir celebrated their golden anniversary last month with a special performance of Handel\s Messiah in Glasgow City Halls

MESSIAH IS GOLDEN CHOICE Bearsden Choir has celebrated its Golden anniversary year by giving a special performance of Handel’s iconic Messiah. The historic mixed-voice choir, which was founded in 1968 for a one-off performance of Messiah, was thrilled to perform the oratorio again almost to the very day in December. The choir gave its first performance as the Bearsden Burgh Choir on the December 18 in its first year in the former Rio Cinema in Bearsden. Last month, the same work was performed at Glasgow City Halls on the 16th. The performance was conducted by Andrew Nunn, a graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS). Included among the soloists was the choir’s Honorary President, and the voice of BBC Radio Scotland’s Classics Unwrapped, Jamie Macdougall.

Carol Young, Vice Chair of Bearsden Choir, said: “That very first performance of Messiah was intended as a one-off but enthused by the success of the performance, the members made it a permanent choir. It’s hard to believe that we are 50 years old and the choir has enjoyed many performances since.”

Bearsden Choir is acclaimed as one of the most accomplished amateur choirs in Scotland. The choir has a wide repertoire, from classical to contemporary. It is also well known for its support and encouragement of young people. Last year, they encouraged schools to sing with them. The outcome was a performance of Hayden’s Nelson Mass together with 280 pupils from 11 local schools, and The RCS Orchestra.

Crispin Best, a spokesperson for the choir, said: “There is nothing quite like making music with others. The The choir welcomes new members, whether they can read sense of achievement is huge and we love to entertain our audience.” music, or not. They rehearse A further 50th anniversary concert, every Wednesday from 7.30pm performing Bach B Minor Mass, will to 10pm in the New Kilpatrick Parish Church, Bearsden. take place in May. Bearsden Choir has also launched a 50th Anniversary Appeal in the hope of seeking continued funding through benefactors.

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A Gray's Roofing LTD .......................................... 6 Abbie Bathrooms ............................................. 24 Access 4 Lofts ..................................................... 11 Ace Waste Services ........................................... 17 AF Plumbing and Tiling ...................................... 2 Alan Robinson Domestic Appliance .................. 2 Alter-Ego Joinery & Construction Ltd ............... 4 AMGPilates ....................................................... 19 Andrew Steel Decorator .................................... 6 Art at the Grange .............................................. 22 Bathroom and Kitchen Warehouse................. 29 Bathroom Transformations .............................. 33 Black & Lizars ..................................................... 35 Blind Cleaning ..................................................... 5 Box Yourself Fit.................................................. 10 Branding Boutique............................................ 10 Caledonian Wood Fuels.................................... 27 Clearline Aerial and Satellite Solutions ............ 2 Cloudy2Clear Glasgow Ltd ............................... 12 Compcare ............................................................. 5 Conservatory Conversions .................................. 7 D & N Glass Co .................................................... 4 David Crooks ...................................................... 17 David Wilson Handyman .................................. 27 DC Cairney.......................................................... 10 Dominos ............................................................... 1 Dream Doors...................................................... 25 DS Interiors .......................................................... 8 Dunrite Plumbing.............................................. 22 Duntreath Castle .............................................. 23 E S Fencing ......................................................... 17 Easy Spanish Glasgow ........................................ 7 Foot Medic Podiatry.......................................... 32 Furniture Clinic ................................................... 9 G & G Bros .......................................................... 25 G Simpson Tree Felling ....................................... 3 Gordon John Baillie Painter & Decorator ......... 7 GR Landscapes of Milngavie .............................. 9 HC-ONE .............................................................. 13 Home Instead Senior Care.................................. 8 Home Supported Living Services ...................... 4 J & J Garage Doors .............................................. 6 Jane Tait Yoga.................................................... 11 Jim Cuthel Decorators & Plasterers ................. 11 John Currie Brick & Stonework.......................... 4

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John Paul & Sons ................................................. 6 K & C Tyres ........................................................... 1 K Glass & Glazing ................................................ 2 Karen Elle Yoga ................................................. 18 Keys Galore .......................................................... 2 Kuechen Harmonie ........................................... 15 Lanzani Dance & Fitness ................................... 19 Les Weirs Garage ................................................. 1 Margaret MacBain - Prime Movers ................. 18 McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Ltd.. 16 Mercer Plumbing Services Ltd............................ 3 Milngavie Music Club........................................ 23 Motorworx Garage Ltd..................................... 13 Music School of Douglas Academy ................ 31 Night & Day ........................................................ 6 North Star Electric Ltd....................................... 26 Nova Blinds .......................................................... 1 Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital .................. 20 Paint Pot Decorators ........................................... 8 Podiatry by Hillary .............................................. 8 Prime Roofing Ltd ........................................ 1 & 9 Property Repairs Glasgow .................................. 3 Pure Holistic Living ............................................ 24 R.S.C.D.S.............................................................. 18 Rennie McInnes LLP Solicitors ......................... 27 Rettie Bearsden LLP ............................................ 1 S Morris Roofing................................................ 17 SB Plastering ........................................................ 5 Simpson Physiotherapy .................................... 23 Spanish Courses ................................................... 8 Sparkle................................................................ 22 Sunshine Photography ....................................... 5 T Townsley Roofing........................................... 27 Tech Base .............................................................. 2 The Glasgow Shutter Company ...................... 30 The Kitchen Depot ........................................... 36 Thistle Garden Services ....................................... 4 Thomson Heating................................................ 5 Treks and Tails ...................................................... 5 University Of Glasgow Sport ............................ 19 Van Driver Removals ........................................... 2 Ventrolla............................................................. 34 West Of Scotland College................................. 28 Windows & Conservatory Repair Company ..... 3 Yoga Jo's............................................................. 18

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