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Bid to Raise £25k for Autism .......... 3 New Team at Orchestra .................. 4 Call to Give to Beauty Bank ........... 5 Launch of New Jog Group ............. 6 Barista Café Open for All ............... 7 New Romcom from Local Writer.... 8 Deadline Looms for Funding ......... 8 Music Club's New Season ............. 10 £4k Walk for Gavin's Mill ............. 11 Kate is Starwoman ........................ 12 Late News ....................................... 12 Learn to Market Your Business .... 14 What's Up Doc? ............................. 14 Call Out for More Knitters ........... 17 Support Groups ............................. 17 Autumn Fun Feature.............. 18&19 Catflap Photo Show ...................... 20 Legal Matters ................................. 20 What’s On................................. 21–26 Open Night for Male Choir ..........

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Free Home Repairs Help ...............

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

Call for Trident Talk .......................

Support Grows for Library ...........

Have Your Say on Transport .........

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BID TO RAISE £25K FOR AUTISTIC THERAPY A locally based social enterprise that supports people on the autistic spectrum is hoping to raise £25,000 for an exciting new project.

Creatovators, which uses Lego-based therapy as part of its work, are raising funds for a VW campervan and Lego, allowing for more mobile sessions

Creatovators, which was founded in 2011 in Bearsden and Milngavie, uses innovative “Lego-based Therapy” as part of its work.

This therapy has proven to be a fun way of helping children to play together, which is something that people on the autistic spectrum find very hard to do.

Play is a vital part of children's development, bringing joy and teaching skills necessary for life.

Now the not -for-profit enterprise is raising funds for a campervan that will be filled with Lego. This will allow for more mobile sessions.

June Grindley (pictured), the founder of Creatovators said: “We really need the help of people to raise the £25,000 for the VW campervan and Lego.

We want to make our therapy sessions more mobile so we can offer them to more people.

“We are asking for people to make donations, if they can, on our Go Fund Me site.”

Dunbartonshire Business Awards, works with people on the autistic spectrum and their families.

June set up Creatovators after retraining and completing an MSc in Autism.

The main services include running a monthly play scheme, doing oneto-one play sessions, running Legobased Therapy Sessions, organising Lego-based Therapy Trainings, organising bespoke trainings and offering consultations.

She says: “I am the founder, director and the autism practitioner in the organisation.

“I started the enterprise after my son was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome when he was aged four and I then discovered there wasn’t much for families in our position at the time.

“I was one of the first to bring Lego-based Therapy to Scotland after researching it as part of my MSc.” June’s brother is also on the autistic spectrum.

The small social enterprise, which was a finalist in the East

Creatovators has completed local training with Tesco Milngavie and Clyde Arrows.

You can donate for the campervan and Lego cause at www.gofundme.com/f/help-usto-help-kids-with-autism.

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A local youth orchestra has bid a fond farewell to a much-loved conductor – and is excited to welcome a new conductor to the team.

Bearsden & Milngavie Youth Orchestra said goodbye to Marj Partridge, who had been with the group for more than 20 years.

Violin teacher Yvonne Bryson now takes up the baton. Tamara Kennedy, of BMYO, said: “Yvonne is a former BMYO player and a well-known and much respected teacher.”

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by Jenny McEwan, who is a student at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) and who has been a member of the BMYO family since a young age.

Another new member of the team is Lucy Reid, another violin teacher with experience of playing professionally. Lucy will help the young players to explore and experience small group playing, such as quartets.

Tamara Kennedy, of BMYO, said: “The small group playing is not widely available to children of this age so we are delighted to be able to offer this thanks to Lucy.”

The thriving youth orchestra is aimed at children aged eight to 18 years. There are now five sections. The String Orchestra is for children from Primary 4 age, who have

A wind band is for beginners up to Grade 5 and Chamber Strings is for children who have achieved grade 3 to grade 5.

The Symphony Orchestra is for musicians above grade 5.

A new Percussion Ensemble, formed last year by BMYO member Scott Vassie, who was only in S5, will continue now he is at RCS studying full-time.

Tamara said: “Each group caters for different abilities so that our players can experience the fun of playing their instruments in a group from an early stage.”

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CALL TO GIVE TO BEAUTY BANK Amina’s voluntary work includes personal self-care and skin care as well as a range of holistic treatments.

She said: “Unfortunately, I know from personal experience what it is like to have nothing in life, not even the basics required for personal care, because I have been a victim of domestic abuse in the past.

The owner of a local beauty clinic is calling for people to donate unwanted and unused toiletries to support women in need.

Amina Hart, who owns Chic Clinique in Milngavie, has set up a “Beauty Bank” to help women who do not have the ability to finance or access personal care products, as well as beauty treatments.

She is asking for donations of toiletries, such as toothpaste, soap, shampoo and moisturisers, as well as more luxury items, such

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Another part of the voluntary service offered by the Beauty Bank sees Amina giving free treatments to women who are the victims of domestic abuse. She works with Women’s Aid Charity, who identify those in need of a range of wellbeing treatments.

“I am lucky to be in a better position now and I have greatly valued the support of Women’s Aid. Now I want to give back something to support others.

I have seen Beauty Banks in operation in London but I do not know of any in our local area. I want to change that.”

Amina is asking for people to donate items (they must be unopened and unused) at Chic Clinique on Stewart Street. She added: “Beauty treatments and care can be so important for mental health and wellbeing and I hope that local people will support my Beauty Bank.”

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LAUNCH OF NEW JOG GROUP A Bearsden mum and personal trainer has launched a new jogscotland session for beginners or returners to exercise in the area.

The new jogscotland Bearsden course will include running techniques, fun drills to improve posture, speed, agility and interval training to help participants to achieve personal goals.

Fiona said: “I wanted to start a Jogscotland group as I strongly believe that being outdoors and active improves mental health and wellbeing.

Jogscotland Bearsden takes place on Mondays at 7pm at Garscube Sports Complex.

The demand for places on the 10-week progressive plan, which is aimed at enabling participants to comfortably jog between 5km and 10km, has been huge.

“I meet personal training clients all the time who benefit mentally and physically from my one-to-one sessions and I wanted to reach a wider audience.

Fiona Maurer, who is the founder of Fit + Fabulous, said: “I had an amazing response to a call out for interest in a new jogscotland group. Places filled up very quickly for the first course but I hope to be able to establish a Friday session in the near future.”

“Running has always helped me cope with stressful situations.

I believe that when I’m happy and healthy, I can process things better and make rational and positive decisions.

“Jogscotland participants will be part of a successful social running network and they are sure to make new friends along the way.”

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A not-for-profit Bearsden cafĂŠ is keen to extend a warm welcome to more people of all ages as we head into the autumn.

The Barista CafĂŠ, which was founded three years ago by Bearsden Baptist Church, provides a safe place for all ages to enjoy a welcoming cafĂŠ atmosphere.

The cafĂŠ sells cakes and coffee and aims to use fair trade or locally sourced produce whenever possible.

Bearsden Baptist Church, which were owned by the council in the 1960s.

The cafÊ overlooks beautiful gardens and offers two indoor spaces, one with a children’s play area and another quieter space.

Historically, the site is of major significance because it is sited on top of an ancient Roman fort, with The cafĂŠ is run by volunteers and all the Roman Bath Houses opposite proceeds are donated to both local on Roman Road. A partner project, and international charities.

Rediscovering the Antonine Wall, aims to make the history more Barista CafĂŠ is located in the old visible in the grounds. church buildings and grounds of

The cafĂŠ plays host to an interactive Story Time delivered by a Children and Families Worker, which is popular with young children.

There are also plans to host a monthly dementia friendly DecafĂŠ and a Silver Surfers Surgery focused on computers, supported

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NEW ROMCOM FROM LOCAL WRITER DEADLINE LOOMS FOR FUNDING

Julie Shackman has released her third novel this summer

Local groups are encouraged not to miss a deadline this month for a community funding scheme.

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Julie says: “It’s a story of love, family, hope and trust.”

Julie’s first two novels, Rock My World and Hero or Zero, were published by a London-based digital publishers.

She says: “I always had a burning ambition to write rom-com.”

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The East Dunbartonshire Community Grants Scheme has £45,000 available to be distributed among organisations.

Groups can apply for up to £3,000, provided they have a constitution and bank account; they are not for profit; and they aim to bring benefits to the residents of East Dunbartonshire.

The deadline for this latest round of funding is Friday October 4.

Joint council leader, councillor Andrew Polson, said: “I would encourage all eligible organisations to consider applying for this valuable source of funding.”

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The Esmé Quartet, from South Korea, will be performing in a new concert series organised by Milngavie Music Club

Milngavie Music Club launches the new concert series this month in international style with a young Berlin-based string quartet.

The Esmé Quartet, who hail originally from South Korea, comprises of four young women who won the prestigious Wigmore Hall International Competition for string quartets in London last year.

They got together as a quartet while studying in Cologne but had been friends for much

longer and say that their shared passion for music, the arts and life is what makes their performances so powerful.

The Esmé Quartet is now in demand all over the world with residencies at several leading music festivals, including the Aix-en-Provence Festival in France.

The concert will be on October 11 at 7.30pm at Cairns Church.

The winter series will include monthly Friday night concerts in the church until May. Following the closure of The Iron Chef in Milngavie, tickets will now be available from The Honeybee Bakery in Station Road or on the door on the night. They are priced £14; students £5; school pupils, free.

Further details (including on season tickets) can be found at www.milngaviemusic.org.

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£4K WALK FOR GAVIN’S MILL Photo © Josephine MacLeod

“The continuing growth and success of this social enterprise means that we are confident of the support of local people and this has been reflected in the generous sponsorship we have received for our walk.

“We have also enjoyed ourselves enormously. We have met interesting people along the way and we are much fitter than we were a year ago.”

Sue Milne and Eve Gilmore, volunteers at Gavin's Mill Community Project, get piped through Milngavie as the end of their fund-raising walk of the West Highland Way

Two volunteers at the Gavin’s Mill Community Project have raised a total of £4000 on a sponsored walk of the West Highland Way. Sue Milne and Eve Gilmore hiked the 96-mile trail from Fort William to Milngavie last month as part of a bid to buy Gavin’s Mill for Milngavie.

The West Highland Way Fundraising Walk is the latest in a series of cash generating activities as part of a bid to fully refurbish the historic mill.

Sue and Eve arrived at Gavin’s Mill on September 7. They were accompanied by a group of supporters on the last leg from near Killearn to Milngavie and then piped by Norman MacLeod

on the final section through the village.

Sue said: “Eve and I decided to embark on our West Highland Way adventure to give a boost to our fundraising activities. We cannot overstate the importance of purchasing Gavin’s Mill for the local community and transforming it into a centre that can be used by local people and community groups.

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The B-listed mill building dates back to the 17th century. It was a working mill until the 1950s, after which it fell into disrepair. Currently, the mill operates as a Fair Trade shop and café.

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Kate Pearson, a Personal Trainer based in Milngavie, was the first female home in the STARMAN Night Triathlon

Milngavie personal trainer Kate Pearson was thrilled to be the winner in an adventurous night-time triathlon this summer.

Kate, a Glasgow Triathlon Club member, was the first female home in the STARMAN Night Triathlon – and 13th overall.

She completed the 1.2-mile loch swim, 56-mile road ride and 13.1-mile mountain run in seven hours, 45 minutes and 23 seconds.

Her time placed her more than half an hour ahead of the second placed female.

Another Scottish athlete, Chris Watson, from Crieff, was the overall winner, breaking his own record to win the STARMAN in 6:19:55.

STARMAN Night Triathlon, which is organised by True Grit Events, takes place in the Cairngorms after dark.

Kate, 38, who runs her own business Kate Pearson Personal Trainer, described the STARMAN 2019 as “absolutely epic”. She said: “Swimming under the bright moon and stars was magical despite the chop of the loch water. The Scottish weather that followed us around the pitch-black bike and run course was strangely comforting.

“And we were treated to a rainbow over Loch Morlich, which I witnessed from the summit of Meall a Bhuachaille. That more than made up for the pain of the relentless hills.”

The swim is in Loch Morlich, while the bike course heads through Speyside. The run starts at Cairngorm Ski Centre and takes in the summits of Cairn Gorm and Meall a Bhuachaille.

Now in its third year, the STARMAN sold out the 100 entries.

One of the founders of True Grit Events, Caroline MacKechnie, said: “We’re delighted that this year’s event was another huge success.

STARMAN is fast developing a cult status among adventure triathletes.”

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October 2019 | What's Up Doc?

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This month: MAN-FLU IS REAL!

An event that focuses on how to market your business takes place this month.

The East Dunbartonshire Women in Business session is at F-Loft, 16 Stewart Street in Milngavie on Tuesday October 29, from 6pm to 8.30pm.

It is organised by Business Gateway East Dunbartonshire and aimed at women who already run their own business or are considering the idea of setting up a business in the area.

As well as participating in a practical workshop on how marketing can help your business, attendees will benefit from the opportunity to network with each other.

A “spotlight on” part of the session will focus on RLM Copywriting, which offers a professional copywriting service for individuals and businesses who do not have the time to

produce content themselves for their website, newsletter or other forms of written communication.

RLM owner Rhonda Morris will give an insight into her company, as well as sharing some of her own experiences of running her own business.

The Women in Business session is free to attend but you should register at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ east-dunbartonshire-women-inbusiness-tickets-72058313355.

Business Gateway is a publicly funded service contributing to the economic well-being of Scotland by providing access to free business support services.

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I sometimes worry that people under-estimate the effects of flu – even though we men are very brave about it!

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Pregnant women can be at risk of premature labour or early miscarriage.

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Support Groups Alcoholics Anonymous Help for those who may have a problem with alcohol. There’s a meeting near you.

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A Milngavie local Knit for Peace group are looking for more knitters to join their weekly group

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A thriving local Knit for Peace group is keen to encourage more people to come along to weekly meetings and join their worthy cause.

The group meets weekly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays from 9.30am to 11.30am in the Community Room at Waitrose, Milngavie.

Since July when it was launched, the group has flourished and donations of wool have been flooding in.

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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.

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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

Care and Repair in East Dunbartonshire Free services to older and disabled people aged 65 and over, and 60 and over with a disability or long-term illness.

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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

East Dunbartonshire Women’s Aid A free confidential service of support and counselling for women and children who have been affected by domestic abuse, rape, sexual assault or child abuse.

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Gartnavel Diabetic Patients Group Meet other diabetics, their friends and supporters. Tel: 0141 959 3814

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October 2019 | Autumn Fun

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GETTING SET FOR A FUN Wild weather, plunging temperatures and long, dark nights… autumn in Scotland is as different from the best days of the fickle summer as night from day.

That is the “glass half empty” way of looking at a season which can be too readily assumed to be useful only for indoors activities based on evening studies, and risks missing some great opportunities for outdoor entertainment.

You may have to wrap up warm, and not every day is going to be ideal for healthy walks or team sports, but in some ways – so long as you choose your times

and places carefully – the third quarter of the year can be every bit as interesting as the halcyon days of summer.

While it’s true that during the summer holidays some agencies do their best to provide a variety of opportunities the plain fact is that most clubs, schools, etc, are either completely shut down or are operating on a limitedservice basis, while in autumn virtually every school, college and local club organisation

in the land has an active programme of indoor and often outdoor activities to offer.

It is the season of “autumn gold”, when at its best, when attractions that are mobbed in the summer are suddenly largely free from tourists – the National Park, for example, still sees its fair share of visitor interest, but is much easier to enjoy during the less hectic days of autumn than in mid-summer, the season of mass participation festivals and crowds.

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an active and rewarding programme that allows you to socialise, study indoors or get out into the countryside – perhaps all in the same week.

The trick is to organise your time in such a way that you always have a Plan B if the weather makes outdoor activities seem more trouble than they are worth.

That way you can shelve one idea and switch seamlessly to an indoors alternative, rather than just “see what’s on the telly” and lose what could have been an interesting spell doing something truly entertaining or productive.

An autumn spent almost exclusively indoors is going to be pretty dull, and it’s worth taking the trouble to plan at least some events that will get you out and about on “the good days” – which are usually more plentiful than perhaps often supposed.

If that means a game of floodlit five a side football, or a simple walk through a beautiful landscape close to home, it has to be better than seemingly endless months of waiting for supposedly ideal weather to arrive.

If you hit the archetypal wet and windy night there are plenty of resources for swimmers, sports

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Towards Christmas it’s a different scene altogether, with most people increasingly preoccupied with preparations for the festive break, while by contrast autumn is perhaps the most active season for club activities – indoors or outdoors.

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October 2019 | Legal Matters

CATFLAP PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW Legal Matters In addition to the photo show with many photographs of beautiful cats, there will be a wide variety of stalls, from homebaking to hand-made jewellery and hand-crafted cards.

Volunteers will judge the various categories of cat photos on show throughout the day.

A Bearden-based cat rescue charity is hosting an annual photographic show.

The Catflap event will take place across the city at Giffnock United Reformed Church, on Fenwick Road, on Saturday November 9, from 11am to 3pm.

The cat rehoming charity Catflap was founded 22 years ago and operates from a small rescue shelter in Bearsden, as well as having foster homes across Glasgow. Find out more at Catflap on Facebook.

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This month: MATRIMONIAL PROPERTY A large part of the role of a family solicitor is guiding clients through the separation process and advising about financial provision upon divorce.

In Scotland matrimonial assets are divided fairly between the parties so it is important that there is a clear understanding as to what matrimonial assets are.

Matrimonial Property is defined in s10 of the Family Law (Scotland) Act 1985 and includes all of the property belonging to the parties, or either of them at the relevant date, being the date of separation, which was acquired by them either: Before the marriage for use by them as a family home or as furniture or plenishings for that home; or

During the marriage but before the date of separation.

There are of course some exceptions to these rules. Gifts or inheritance received by one party are expressly excluded as is property acquired by either individual before the marriage, unless, as already stated, it was acquired with the intention that it be for family use.

An example of this would be a home that was bought by one person before the marriage but was intended to be the family and ultimately the matrimonial home.

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What's On...

YOUR DEFINITIVE EVENTS DIARY FOR THE BEARSDEN & MILNGAVIE AREA.

MoSSFest 2019 TUE

01

OCT

Mugdock Country Park Sunday, 6th October More info on page 24

WESTERTON MALE VOICE CHOIR:

OPEN NIGHT

Bearsden Cross Church

CINEMA CLUB:

MON

Mugdock Theatre

OCT

EX MACHINA SUN

27

OCT

07

KIDS HALLOWE'EN CRAFTING AFTERNOON Café@Gavin's Mill

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Calendar of events Tuesday 1st Glasgow Society of Women Artists

Allander Indoor Bowling

Allander Leisure Centre 2pm. New members welcome. Weekly

Lillie Gallery, Station Road, Milngavie This hugely popular annual exhibition includes exciting new work by the long established, multi-talented Glasgow Society of Women Artists. 0141 956 5536

Weekly during term-time

Main Hall, Bearsden Cross Church 7.30pm. Open Night. You don't have to be an experienced singer and will have the chance to view and participate 0141 956 5868 • www.wmvc.scot alistair.angus@googlemail.com Weekly

Chess Club

Art Classes – Art at the Grange

Weekly

10am. Scout Hall Main Street, Milngavie 6.30pm. 1st Bearsden Boys' Brigade Hall 7.30pm. 1st Bearsden Boys' Brigade Hall Tighten and reshape your body quickly while increasing strength and flexibility.

For all ages and fitness levels. First class free. Booking essential.

07880 630065 • FB: @sculptcallanetics Weekly.

Sensational Safari: Deep in the Forest Mugdock Country Park 1-4pm. What wildlife thrives deep in the forest? Discover the evergreen place that they call home 8-12yrs. Cost £10.

0141 956 6100

Weekly during term-time

Kilmardinny Arts Centre 3.30pm. After school, the studios are free to help encourage and support students in their creative coursework. 0141 777 3143

Westerton Male Voice Choir

Sculpt Callanetics: MAE Technique

Bearsden Academy 7pm Juniors. 8pm Seniors.

Learn the basics of self defence and martial arts in a friendly, relaxed environment. www.bearsdenmartialarts.org

Senior School Drop-in

Runs until 31 October

2 Grange Avenue, Milngavie Offering art classes suitable for all ages and levels. Please see our website for full listings. 0141 384 2655 www.artatthegrange.com

Self Defence & Martial Arts

Jog Scotland

Cairns Church Hall, Milngavie 7:45pm. New chess season starts for adults. Juniors start at 6:30pm. Friendly and welcoming club. www.bearsdenchessclub.weebly.com

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

Friendship House Café

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

TUESDAY 1st: Carers Chair Yoga

Milngavie Youth Café – 11am-12pm Weekly, except 15th

Runs Monday to Friday

Westerton Over Sixties Club Baby and Toddler Group

New Kilpatrick Church New Halls 9.30-11.30am. A small, friendly group, welcoming parents, carers and grandparents and all children up to nursery stage. 0141 942 8827 Every Tuesday-Thursday during term

Scottish Country Dancing Classes

Westerton Hall, Bearsden 7:30pm. Beginners and Improvers. Come and join us for the fun, fitness and friendship. All welcome. 07902 127370 Weekly until 10th December

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

Carers Choir

Milngavie Youth Café – 1.15-2.15pm Also runs on 15th & 29th

07792 136 033 0141 316 2634

Allander Homecare Ltd www.allanderhomecare.co.uk

Providing quality care within your own home.

Our services: • Personal Care • Dementia Care • Domestic Services

Douglas Academy, Milngavie 7pm Juniors. 8pm Seniors. Learn the basics of self defence and martial arts. www.bearsdenmartialarts.org Weekly during term time

Adult Ballet Class

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

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

Lets Dance: Weekly Workshops

Mugdock Theatre 7.30pm. Weekly dance classes for children and adults. Weekly Lorna: 01360 551689 • 07500 213473 www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk

Craigdhu Writers

Waitrose Milngavie Community Room 10am-12pm. Our group of creative thinkers meets every Wednesday 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 & Milngavie Knit for Peace

Cairns Church Hall, Milngavie 9.30-11.30am. Welcome knitters and crocheters to get together to create items for a range of worthwhile causes. kfpbandm@gmail.com Weekly

THURSDAY 3rd: Milngavie & Bearsden Carers Café Milngavie Enterprise Centre 1.30-3.30pm

MONDAY 7th: Evening Dementia Carers Group

Bearsden Dementia Resource Centre 7-9pm

THURSDAY 10th: Crafty Carers Milngavie

Milngavie Enterprise Centre 1.30-3.30pm

TUESDAY 17th: Milngavie Dementia Carers Group Milngavie Enterprise Centre 10:30am-12:30pm

WWW.CARERSLINK.ORG.UK

Kelvin Choir

Upper Hall, St Andrew’s Church, Bearsden 7.30-9.45pm. A four-part, non-audition community choir that is always looking to welcome new members to its ranks. www.kelvinchoir.com Weekly until mid-May 2020

neilmcinnes1@hotmail.co.uk

Defence and Martial Arts

Wednesday 2nd Gill’s Yoga Class

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

07443 417371 Weekly

• Re-ablement • Respite Care • Escorted Outings

Allowing clients to lead as independent a life as possible while remaining at home.

To discuss our services please call 0141 942 1001 where your enquiry will be warmly received.

Campbell House, 126 Drymen Road, Bearsden, Glasgow, G61 3RB

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Meditation & Mindfulness

Bearsden Hub 11.15am & 7.15pm. Experience the wonderful benefits of meditation and feel realigned and de-stressed. No booking required. Fortnightly

Burnbrae Bridge Club

Court Room, Milngavie Town Hall 6.30-10pm.Friendly and relaxed bridge club that welcomes new members 0141 563 8988 sheana.donald@ntlworld.com Weekly

#One2Seven

Allander Evangelical Church 6.30-8pm. For all Primary 1-7, we teach bible stories, sing, play and lots more. www.allanderchurch.org.uk Weekly during term time

An Introduction to Self Yoga Class

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

What's On Calendar | October 2019 Lunch Club

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karate & Kobudo Classes

Weekly

Main Hall, Bearsden Community Hub 6-7pm. Taught by a child specialist and martial arts practitioner of over 30 years standing. Open to ages 4 years upwards!

Booking essential. 07548 551069 admin@shintenbudo.com Weekly

Hilton Bridge Club

Desta Laiolo Ballet & Theatre School

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

07803 934688 â&#x20AC;˘ annsmacleod@gmail.com

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

New members and visitors welcome.

07910 776591 Weekly

Pilates

10am at St Andrew's Church Hall, Milngavie. 6.30pm & 7.45pm at 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 is essential. 07493 140708 amgpilates@outlook.com Weekly

Litter Picking

Outside Fraser Centre, Milngavie Precinct 10am. Come and join the Clean Sweep volunteers of Milngavie in Bloom. Litter picks and green bags will be provided.

We help to keep the streets of Milngavie clean. 07717 244657 Also runs on Saturday 26th October

Christian Viewpoint Lunch

Allander Evangelical Church, Milngavie 12.45pm. Join us for friendship and fellowship at a buffet lunch, followed by Rev. Gordon Thomson speaking on "All dressed up and nowhere to go!".

0141 942 3031 â&#x20AC;˘ hazel.buchan@gmail.com

Bearsden Choir

New Kilpatrick Church New Halls 7.30pm. New season just started with exciting programme ahead. This month Verdiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Requiem in Halifax in October.

Interest especially from Tenors and Basses will be most welcome. 07866 800 220 Weekly

Al Saints Church Hall, Bearsden 4pm. Classical ballet, musical theatre, broadway tap, modern/jazz Sapphire Awards and contemporary dance with registered teacher. 07900 861396 modestalaiolo@aol.com Weekly

Allander Bridge Club C.E.Centre, Milngavie 6.45pm. Long established, friendly, competitive club. New members and visitors (with partners) will be made very welcome. First 2 weeks free. Weekly Margaret Henderson: 0141 931 5512

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

Friday 4th BADMINTONscotland Allander Leisure Centre - Weekly 7pm. Badminton Scotland. 07825 054629

Gillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yoga Classes

Stamp & Postcard Group

Waitrose, Milngavie 10.30am -12pm. Drop-in meeting for anyone interested in stamp or postcard collecting. 07833 706962

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

07443 417371 Weekly

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

0141 584 9514 â&#x20AC;˘ 0141 942 6559 Weekly until 4th April 2020

Scottish Country Dancing Classes

Milngavie Town Hall 7:30pm. The classes are for all abilities ranging from beginners to advance level within a social dancing class.

07902 127370 Weekly until 11th December

Westerton Hall 9:30am-12pm. Toys, crafts, refreshments and songs, a great place to meet other parents/carers. All welcome, babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.

Mugdock Country Park 10am-12.30pm. Ranger led hands-on task to benefit Mugdockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s green places. 16yrs+ Booking essential. Free. 0141 956 6100

Desta Laiolo Ballet & Theatre School St Davids Church Hall, Kirkintilloch 10am. Classical ballet, musical theatre, broadway tap, modern/jazz Sapphire Awards and contemporary dance with registered teacher. 07900 861396 modestalaiolo@aol.com Weekly

Westerton Over Sixties Club

Build a Harry Potter Birch Broom

Westerton Hall 2-4pm. Board games, tea and biscuits, chat.

All welcome. Come and enjoy the fun.

0141 570 0791 â&#x20AC;˘ ellen.gray@outlook.com Weekly

Forever Active (55+)

Allander Sports Centre 11am. Badminton, table tennis and soft tennis with a swim included. Just turn up! www.edlc.co.uk

Stargazing at Mugdock Mugdock Country Park 7-8:30pm. Learn some fascinating facts about space then search the October skies for autumnal constellations and planets including the mighty Saturn. Minimum age 7yrs. Booking essential. 0141 956 6100

Westerton Town Hall 7:30pm. No partner required.

Chairman: 07807 749 032 Treasurer : 07851 398 264 Weekly until 12th December

Bearsden & Milngavie NS Bridge Club Court Room, Milngavie Town Hall

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

0141 956 3388 â&#x20AC;˘ 07778 137623 mar.macbain@ntlworld.com Weekly

Quality seasoned firewood & kindling Delivery available BSL registered for RHI CALEDONIAN WOOD FUELS.com

For all enquiries telephone 01505 872929 or email ctscolin1@gmail.com

Lenzie Moss 1-3pm. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s put the birch to good use and make a broom to fly to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Join in anytime. Follow the signs from the moss end of Lenzie Railway Station car park.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. 0141 956 6100

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Westerton Scottish Country Dancing Classes

Prime Movers Exercise

CALEDONIAN TREE SERVICES.com

Come and try Conservation Volunteering, Mugdock

Sunday 6th

Jog Scotland

Fully Insured ÂŁ10 million

Weekly

Weekly during term time.

Thursday 3rd

All aspects of tree surgery and hedge maintenance

St Andrew's Church Hall, Milngavie 9:30am. A general level class for adults where beginners and those with some experience are equally welcome. Mats are provided and booking essential.

07493 140708 â&#x20AC;˘ amgpilates@outlook.com

St. Paul's Church, Milngavie 4.30-6.15pm. Come and join us for an afternoon of games, crafts, Bible stories and snacks. All children in primary classes 1 to 7 are welcome.

07933 711810 â&#x20AC;˘ srollings242@gmail.com

Westerton Fun Tots

6.45pm. Friendly, well established bridge club. New members welcome.

0141 942 0552 Weekly until May 2020

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

Pilates

Sun Kids

Runs every Mon & Thu during term time

Ladies Bridge Club

Saturday 5th

Art Cl asses in M il n g avi e

CHRISTMAS VOUCHERS NOW AVAILABLE BOOKING NOW OPEN FOR NOVEMBER 2019 CLASSES FOR CHILDREN & TEENS

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

PRIMARY SCHOOL

DRAWING & PAINTING

HIGH SCHOOL S1-S4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DO YOU LOVE ART?

PURELY PASTELS

P4-P7: Preparing for Art at High School WED 6 NOV, FRI 8 NOV: 3:30-5:30pm Call for info 0141 384 2655

Learn different skills and techniques to help you as you progress through school plus youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have lots of fun and meet new friends!

WED 6 NOV, FRI 8 NOV: 6:30-8:30pm Call for info 0141 384 2655 HIGHER/PORTFOLIO PREPARATION CLASS FRI: 6.30-8.30pm

PIANO TUITION

ÂŁ14 per half hour lesson. Usually ÂŁ16. ÂŁ135 for 10 weeks (half hour lesson).

Usually ÂŁ160.

Call for info 0141 384 2655

DAYTIME CLASS FRI 8 NOV: 12.30-2.30pm EVENING CLASS: TUES 5 NOV: 7-9pm Call for info 0141 384 2655 WED 6 NOV: 7-9pm Call for info 0141 384 2655

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SPECIAL OFFER ON ALL CLASSES

ÂŁ195

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DISCOUNT FOR SENSATIONAL SENIORS

2 Grange Ave, Milngavie G62 8AQ â&#x20AC;˘Â CALL: 0141 384 2655 WEB: www.artatthegrange.com â&#x20AC;˘Â EMAIL: sharon@artatthegrange.com

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Calendar of events Cairnhill Woods Active Sunday

Main Entrance, 104/106 Henderland Rd 2-4pm. Tasks vary from cutting back rhoddies or overgrown brambles, planting trees, digging ditches and maintaining paths. 07899 028534 cairnhillwoodsgroup@gmail.com First Sunday of every month

Charity Car Boot Sale Tesco Car Park 7am-12pm. £10 per car or small vans.

The fee for parking your vehicle goes to charity. Weekly until December

Fungus Amungus @ MoSSFest Mugdock Country Park 2-3.30pm. Find out about the mushrooms and fungi that pop up around us at this time of year. Part of MoSSFest 2019.

Booking essential. 0141 956 6100

Monday 7th Cairns Church Hall 11am. Tap class with Margaret McBain.

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

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

MoSSFest 2019: Science for Everyone

Mugdock Country Park 11am-4pm The Middle of Scotland Science Festival (MoSSFest) is bringing a host of exciting science activities suitable for all ages to this FREE family event. Follow us on Twitter @MoSSfest and facebook. com/mossfestscotland for the latest details. Admission free. Suitable for all ages.

0141 956 6100

Dance Club

Weekly until May 2020

Weekly

Social Sewing

Bearsden Bridge Academy

Bearsden Ski Club 7pm. New members welcome, preferably with partners but singles may be accommodated. We are a friendly club who enjoy competition.

0141 942 8262 • doracossar@gmail.com

Bearsden / Milngavie 8pm. Enjoy 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 Weekly sewciable.glasgow@gmail.com

New Kilpatrick New Halls 7.30-9.30pm. Enjoy weekly fun at our friendly Scottish country dancing club learning dances to great music.

No need to bring a partner.

0141 563 8790 • reasurerNKCDC@gmail.com

The Court Room, Milngavie 4pm. Beginners Class. 5.30pm. Improvers Class. 7pm. Improvers Club We are unique in this area in that you can join us without a partner so why not give it a try? 0141 563 8223 • pfe263@gmail.com Weekly

Android Tips

Adult Tap Class

Sunday 6th

Antonine Bridge Club

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 Weekly angela-govenden@thedaisyfoundation.com

Milngavie Cricket Club West of Scotland Cricket Club, Partick 9pm. Indoor practice at the West of Scotland Cricket Club. New players of all levels, and supporters, will be made very welcome. 07810 641574 redtriker@hotmail.com Weekly

Bearsden Library 1.30pm. This will guide you through the basics of setting up, navigating and using your Android tablet or phone. No need to book. 0141 777 3021

Army Cadets Force

ACF Hut, Strathblane Road, Milngavie 7-9pm. The ACF offers a variety of militarythemed activities along with adventurous training and STEM, young people 12-18 yrs.

Cheery Ladies Keep Fit

Weekly

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

0141 942 1283 Weekly (also on Wednesdays)

Sculpt Callanetics: MAE Technique

Bumps and Bundles

St Andrew's Church, Bearsden 5.30pm. Tighten and reshape your body quickly while increasing strength and flexibility. For all ages and fitness levels.

First class free. Booking essential. Weekly 07880 630065 • FB @sculptcallanetics

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 during term time

FREE CONSULTANT EVENTS Wednesday 23rd

Thursday 24th

Free Migraines & Headaches Information Event Nuffield Health Central Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, 141 Finnieston Street, Glasgow G3 8HB

Free Hip and Knee Pain Information Event Hotel Du Vin, 1 Devonshire Gardens, Glasgow G12 0UX

6.30-8pm. Do you suffer from migraines and headaches and would like to find out more information?

Thursday 24th

6.30-8pm. Do you suffer from hip and knee pain and would like to find out more to help you make an informed decision?

Wednesday 30th

Free Cataract 1-2-1 Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital, Beaconsfield Road, Glasgow G12 0PJ

Free Foot & Ankle Information Event Nuffield Health Glasgow Giffnock Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, 82 Braidholm Road, Glasgow G46 6ED

9-10am. Are you suffering from cataracts or like to explore further options for treatment? Come along to our free ten minute 1-2-1 appointment.

6.30-8pm. Do you suffer from foot or ankle pain and would like to find out more information about the treatment options available?

Although these events do not replace a full consultation you will have the chance to meet the consultant and ask any specific questions in a private setting Booking Essential: 0330 134 6841 • www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/events

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celebrating 1 year old

1

A massive thank you to all our 2 and 4 legged clients

To book an appointment please contact us

07413 489756 ali@marradog.co.uk

2 Grange Avenue, Milngavie G62 8AQ

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What's On Calendar | October 2019 Rush and Cane Chair Seating Course

Mugdock Country Park 10am-4.30pm. Learn how to restore your old chair seat in rush or cane on this 2-day course. Price £75 per day plus a small additional charge for materials.

Susie Bishop: sbishop@caneandrush.com Course runs 11th-12th October and 16th17th November, so your two days do not require to run consecutively

Cinema Club: Ex Machina

Antonine Bridge Club

Bearsden Ski Club 7:30pm. New members with partners are welcome at this friendly club. Single players can at times be accommodated.

0141 942 8262 Weekly until mid-May 2020

Milngavie & Bearsden Historical Society Main Hall, Bearsden Hub, Bearsden Cross 7.30pm. The next talk will be given

by Professor Michael Moss on the topic "Glasgow West End Delusions of Grandeur". Visitors welcome. £4. www.mbhistorical.org

Friday 11th GSG Dandiya Night

Westerton Hall 6:30-11:30pm. Come & celebrate Navratri, one of Indias biggest festivals. Dance Garba and play Dandiya with the amazing Symphony Live Band. Exciting prizes, raffle draws and delicious food stalls on the night. Booking essential. Tickets: http:buytickets.at/gsg gsociety.glasgow@gmail.com FB: Gujarati Society Glasgow Also on Saturday at Milngavie Town Hall, 6:30-11:30pm

Milngavie Music Club

Cairns Church, Milngavie 7:30pm. This young German-based Korean quartet won the prestigious Wigmore Hall International Quartet Competition last year. Tickets at Honeybee Bakery or at the door on the night. 07708 471776 enquiries@milngaviemusic.org

Former Courtroom, Milngavie Town Hall 7.30pm. The next talk will be given by Niall Logan on the topic "Wretched Huts and Despicable Hovels – pre-improvement farmhouses in the Western Lowlands of Scotland". Free.

Mugdock Sensational Safari

Hand Stitch a Felt Brooch or Keyring

Scottish Country Dance Club

Weekly until April 2020

Milngavie Heritage Centre Group

Mugdock Country Park 1-4pm. Pull on your wellies and explore the woodlands and streams with the Ranger Service. Booking essential.

Cost £10. 8-12yrs.

0141 956 6100

Mugdock Theatre (MoSSFest Sci-Screen in partnership with the Mugdock Cinema Club) 7.30pm. A mystery-thriller about artificial intelligence. The film will be introduced by an expert from the University of Glasgow Centre for Artificial intelligence and followed by a Q&A session about the science in the film. Booking essential. Cost £4 each (free to cinema club members).

0141 956 6100 New Kilpatrick Church New Halls 7.30pm. Learn to dance to great music. No need to bring a partner. 0141 931 5565

U3A Meeting

Monday 14th

Saturday 12th Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre

8-10 Balcarres Ave, Glasgow, G12 0QF SAT 12, Big Magic Wand, 2pm. SUN 13 & 14, Mermarella, 2pm. SUN 13 & 14, Mermarella w/shop, 3:15pm.

TUE 15, Monkey Business, 2pm. WED 16, Who Will Marry Miss Mouse, 11am, 1:30pm & 3pm. THU 17, Crafty Puppets, 10:30am. THU 17, Could It Be Magic w/shop, 2pm. FRI 18, Superheroes & Heroines w/shop, 10:30am. FRI 18 & SAT 19, Plain Bob, 2pm. SAT 19. Caterpillars& Butterflies w/shop, 10:30am. SAT 26, Broomsticks & Wands, 10am. SAT 26 & SUN 27 Spooktacular, 2pm. www.maskandpuppet.co.uk

Sunday 13th Have a Go Longbow

Walled Garden at Mugdock Country Park 2pm. Take a shot at medieval archery with the Green Hollow Bowmen in the Walled Garden. Watch the demonstration at 2pm or turn up and join in at any time. Cost £1.

0141 956 6100

Meet the Authors: Neil MacNair & Jim McLarnon

Cafe@Gavin's Mill 2-4pm. Local Authors Neil MacNair and Jim McLarnon discuss their new books 'Hidden Hikes' and 'The Scottish Trail Running Tourist', encouraging exploration of the marvelous walks and trails on our doorstep. Tickets: £6, includes Tea/Coffee & Scones. Books avaialable to buy on the day. 0141 955 0437

FREE ESTIMATES

A. STEELE

Painters And Decorators

Interior & Exterior Paint Work • All Work Guaranteed

Tel: 0141 942 5899 Mob: 07581 043143 Andrew Steele • Adam Steele 19 Cromarty Crescent • Bearsden • Glasgow • G61 3LU

Mugdock Country Park 11am-3pm. Suitable for ages 7-Adult £4.50 per item. Adult supervision is required for children so why not join in and make one for yourself too! We will be using sharp scissors and sewing needles. Drop in and join in, sessions start every 30 mins from 11am-2pm.

0141 956 6100

Milngavie Heritage Centre Group St Andrew's R.C.Church, Bearsden 7.45pm. Robert Maclean will give a talk on book production and readership in medieval and early modern Scotland, this will be illustrated with examples from the University of Glasgow Archives and Special Collections. All are welcome. £4 entrance.

Tuesday 15th Scottish Country Dancing Classes St Joseph's Church Hall, Milngavie 7:30pm. Ceilidh. Come and join us for the fun, fitness and friendship. All welcome.

07902 127370 Weekly until 3rd December

St Andrew’s Church Hall, Bearsden 11am. David Lawson will give a talk on ‘Scottish Birds’ 07592 501648 https://u3asites.org.uk/bam

Sensational Safari: Autumnal Antics!

Mugdock Country Park 1-4pm. Look for the signs of Autumn and how plants and animals prepare for winter. Booking essential.

Cost £10. 8-12yrs.

0141 956 6100

Bearsden Flower Club St Andrews Church Hall, Bearsden 2.30pm. The demonstrator is Rosalind Stewart from Troon. All Welcome.

0141 942 4152

Thursday 17th Milngavie Folk Club: Andy Irvine Fraser Centre, Milngavie 6.30pm. Hailed as 'a tradition in himself', musician, singer and songwriter Andy Irvine has consistently been a major influence throughout his long career.

From Sweeney's Men, to Planxty and onto Patrick Street, he has been an icon for traditional music and musicians. https://tickets.ents24.com

Friday 18th Milngavie Farmers Market Douglas Street, beside the clock 10am-4pm. You'll find fresh seasonal produce, confectionery, ginger beer, jams and sauces, soap and toiletries, candles, cards, kids clothes, fashion accessories, children's books, cushions, skincare, pet treats, jewellery, gifts, plants, garden statues and lots more.

Third Friday of the month

Christmas Shopping Days at Mugdock Makkers Make with us

Friday & Saturday

Friday 11am-1pm Needle felted landscapes Adult workshop £10 2pm-4pm Silk painted table decorations Adult workshop £TBC 2pm-4pm Hand sewing felt decorations or brooches Adult

1st and 2nd November 11am-4pm

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Calendar of events Monday 21st Social Line Dancing

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Creatovators Playscheme Bearsden Baptist Church 10-11.30am. An informal, monthly playscheme for families with primary-aged children on the autistic spectrum. Includes arts, crafts, lego, a small sensory area, games, a quiet corner and big activities area. 07981 656184 www.creatovators.com

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Sunday 27th Mugdock Forest School: Towering Trees Mugdock Country Park 2-4pm. Discover the world of trees on this fun filled session of tree themed Forest School activities. Outdoor activities for 8-12 year olds. Booking essential.

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Charity Event, in aid of MASScot and The Glasgow City Mission

Baljaffray Parish Church, Bearsden 7:30pm. Line-up includes: Barbara Dickson and Rab Noakes; Yvonne Lyon; Dan Whitehouse and OK Amigos. Tickets available in person from Haydock Music, Stewart Street. https://tickets.ents24.com

Saturday 19th Open Church/Dorcas Craft Group

St Andrew's Church and Hall, Milngavie 11am-3pm. Drop into the church for quiet reflection. Refreshments, chat and craft are also available at the Dorcas Craft Group in the hall. 0141 956 7242 Third Saturday of the month

Sunday 20th Forest School: Wonderful Woodcraft

Mugdock Country Park 2-4pm. Using tools under Ranger supervision, craft yourself something unique from wood in Mugdock’s wild places. 8-12yrs Booking essential. Cost £7.

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Mugdock Country Park 7.30pm. A screenwriter develops a dangerous relationship with a faded star determined to make a triumphant return.

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Saturday 26th Fizzgig Halloween Fun

Mugdock Country Park 11.30-12.45am; 1.30-2.45pm; 3.30-4.45pm.

Fizzgig are back with their mix of outdoor and indoor Halloween fun!!! Join us for a short interactive play, an exciting hunt in the woods and some traditional games. And as always, we can’t wait to see all the fantastic costumes! Suitable for Ages 3-7 years. Booking essential. £5 for everyone (limited places).

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A local choir is opening the doors for new members to join a rehearsal evening this month.

Westerton Male Voice Choir is hosting an open night on Tuesday October 1 at 7.30pm in the main hall of Bearsden Cross Church.

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FREE HOME REPAIRS HELP The Care and Repair in East Dunbartonshire service – previously managed by Caledonia Housing Association – is now being operated by East Dunbartonshire Council.

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SUPPORT GROWS FOR LIBRARY Niki Logan, co-convener of SWeL, believes this year has been very positive for the library. She said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Although weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still facing closure and we must now await the results of a public consultation by EDC about the future of our library, the overall story has been one of success.

The library has seen a groundswell of local support.

A local library has been delighted by the response and support from the community in the on-going campaign to keep the facility open.

Westerton Library was ear-marked last year as one of three small libraries in East Dunbartonshire to be closed as part of a cost-saving programme. The library was later given a yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stay of execution and is now the subject of a public consultation procedure.

As a result of the threat, a â&#x20AC;&#x153;hugely attendedâ&#x20AC;? public meeting to discuss saving the library led to the formation of a Supporters of Westerton Library

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Since then, a host of new events have been launched at the library including â&#x20AC;&#x153;Community Talksâ&#x20AC;? on Monday nights a fortnightly autumn programme, which starts this month.

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HAVE YOUR SAY ON TRANSPORT Local people have another chance to give their opinion on plans for active travel, public transport, roads and parking.

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TWO AWARDS FOR VILLAGE MIA WINS ‘DURTY’ TRIATHLON Milngavie has received two accolades that showcase it as a great place to live and visit.

Tourism after a nomination based on a new memorial statue.

Last month, Milngavie in Bloom was awarded a gold medal certificate by the charity Beautiful Scotland.

The statue of the late Tom Hunter, who championed the creation of the West Highland Way, was commissioned by Milngavie in Bloom.

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by Rona and Norman MacLeod and Ina and Douglas Cameron at the ceremony in Dumfries.

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Douglas, chairman of Milngavie in Bloom, said: “These combined awards make Milngavie a worthy destination for tourists and visitors alike.”

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The free day of science fun on Sunday October 6 from 11am to 4pm includes a wide range of activities, such as the Froglife Pond Doctor and Glasgow University bird ringers.

There will be hands-on science experiments and sessions on making a bath bomb, maths origami, a hunt for elements or a visit to the Parasite Tattoo Parlour The festival will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first man on the moon with rocket building, telescopes and the Cosmic Way Roadshow, plus astronomy activities.

See facebook.com/ mossfestscotlandand Twitter: @mossfest.

Muir has strong links to East Dunbartonshire and each year his memory is celebrated by the Friends of Thomas Muir, supported by businesses, community and EDC. This year, the festival’s events include an East Dunbartonshire Schools Art Exhibition, open to pupils from all the region’s schools. It will be held at the Thomas Muir Coffee Shop,

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THE BATHROOM & KITCHEN WAREHOUSE

EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE’S LARGEST BATHROOM & KITCHEN SHOWROOM WITH OVER 40 DISPLAYS OVER 2 FLOORS Now in 20th Year at Old Mill Park

ELLER A SMART CHOICE

where quality comes as standard

FULL RANGE OF QUALITY BATHROOMS, KITCHENS, CERAMIC WALL & FLOOR TILES ON DISPLAY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC & TRADE 7 DAYS

mple and elegant or contemporary chic, we have a kitchen and bathroom to suit

DESIGN & INSTALLATION SERVICE AVAILABLE To book an appointment or discuss your requirements please call 0141 775 3555

Keller Kitchens is a purely Dutch brand and is completely KITCHEN & BATHROOM INSTALLATION SPECIALISTS geared to the needs and wishes of its customer. We make use of the unique Keller Colour System, allowing you to To book an appointment or discuss your combine materials9am-5pm, to your heart’s requirements please call: 0141 775 3555 Opencolours 7 Days:andMon-Fri Sat content 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm

or visit our website www.design-studio-ltd.com

100%Mill customer satisfaction Unit 5, Block 17 Old Park, Kirkintilloch, G66 1SS

Unit 5, Block 17, Old Mill Park, Kirkintilloch, Email: designstudiokirk@aol.com

Website: www.designstudioeastdunbartonshire.co.uk Bespoke designs produced on our 3D CAD system www.designstudioeastdunbartonshire.co.uk Glasgow G66 1SS Email enq: bathroomandkitchenwarehouse@aol.co.uk

Family owned with family values

A friendly, professional service to offer you a wide range of high quality bespoke kitchens, manufactured locally, at great prices.

Contemporary

Modern Classic

Traditional

Call into your local showroom: 199B Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2LS. We also have showrooms in: Dumbarton East Kilbride Falkirk Hillington

Visit us online at:

thekitchendepot.co.uk