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Memorial for WHW Founder....... 3 Look Out Your Antiques .............. 4 It's Summer Gala Time ................. 5 Sister Act for Parties ..................... 6 Star Coach for Academy .............. 7 Plotting an Annual Event ............ 8 Come Join Our Choir .................. 10 Cut Waste, Save Money ............. 11 Gala Week on Display ................ 12 Late News .................................... 12 Extension to New Hub Talks ..... 14 What's Up Doc? .......................... 14 Take Steps to Run More ............ 17 Support Groups .......................... 17 Wedding Feature ................ 18&19 New Walking Trail Passport ...... 20 Legal Matters .............................. 20 What’s On.............................. 21–26 Are You Ball for Hockey? ...........

New Season for Bowlers ............

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

Bridge Class for Beginners .........

Have Your Say at Council ...........

Learning Centre Approved .......

Cycle There, Swim for Free ........

A Record for the Future ............

MoSSFest Returns to Park .........

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Local News | September 2019

NEW MEMORIAL FOR WHW FOUNDER

Provost Alan Brown and supporters at the memorial of Tom Hunter, the founder of the West Highland Way

A sculpture that pays tribute to the founder of the now world-famous walking trail, the West Highland Way, has been erected in Milngavie.

Located on Southgate, the memorial is a metalwork figure of the late Tom Hunter (1926 to 2016) who proposed the idea for the WHW, which officially opened on October 6, 1980.

The figure was fabricated by Scott Associates Sculpture & Design Ltd on a concrete base constructed by MacColl Landscaping Ltd. The memorial was the idea of the local charity, Milngavie in Bloom.

Last month, the chairman, Douglas Cameron, addressed a small group

of notable people at an event to unveil the accompanying plaque.

He related the story of how keen walker Tom, from Glasgow, conceived the idea of the West Highland Way more than 50 years ago.

attracts tens of thousands of visitors from across the world.

Douglas expressed his thanks to all who contributed to the statue, including Alice Bell, who created the initial design, and Scott Associates Sculpture & Design for fabricating the statue.

Tom recognised the potential of long-distance walking paths as a way to protect the environment and to stop over-development of the countryside.

Further support came from Allander Aggregates for the membrane; Tarmac Quarries for the gravel and boulders; DCF Design Consultants for structural engineering advice; and MacColl Landscaping for the concrete base and planting.

His idea was to create a route for walkers from Milngavie to Fort William. Today, the route annually

Douglas added: “We are also very grateful to the Yorkshire & Clydesdale Bank Foundation for

their generous grant, together with munificent donations from anonymous donors.”

A small group of project supporters attended the unveiling including Provost Alan Brown and councillors Jim Gibbons and Jim Goodall, as well as Wilson and Ruth Blakey of Milngavie Community Development Trust, Iain Macallister of Milngavie Community Council, Lynne Gibbons of Milngavie Youth Centre and volunteers from Bearsden & Milngavie Ramblers and Milngavie in Bloom.

The event was another opportunity to thank all the volunteers who have worked hard over the past five years to restore the beds at the start of the West Highland Way.

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Scottish antiques expert and TV presenter Anita Manning will be making a star appearance at a Bearsden event this month.

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The Rotary Club of Allander (Bearsden and Milngavie) is organising Allander Rotary’s Antiques Valuation Day, as part of the club's 50th anniversary celebrations.

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IT’S SUMMER GALA TIME Volunteers in Westerton are preparing to welcome hundreds of adults and children to an annual family festival day this month.

Westerton Gala Day takes place on September 7 with a fun run at 11am launching the annual extravaganza. From noon, there will be a parade through the village starting at Wheatfield Road to the community centre and followed by the crowning of the gala queen.

The gala event then opens at 12.30pm and this year the theme is “space”, in honour of the 50th anniversary of the first man landing on the moon.

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Two local sisters have launched a children’s party business after spotting a gap in the market for imaginative themed celebrations.

Little Big Star is the brainchild of Lois Buchanan, of Bearsden, who came up with the idea after creating a fairy woodland party for her daughter’s first birthday.

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New themes planned include Mexican Summer and Rainbow.

She had a great response from other parents and so she decided to offer her talents and passion for party styling as a service to other families.

Lois said: “I know how timestrapped parents can be, having a three-year-old myself, but I just love party planning and creating the wow factor, so Little Big Star is my dream job.

Lois also asked her sister Zoe, also of Bearsden, to join the Little Big Star team. The sisters aim to take the stress and hassle out of planning a child’s party and offer all kinds of themes, such as Fairy Woodland, Jungle Safari, Under

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Local News | September 2019

STAR COACH FOR ACADEMY A three-times Olympics’ competitor and international star player has taken on the role as head coach of Allander Badminton Academy.

Academy, Caroline King and Scotland’s number one singles player, Kieran Merrilees.

Diana Koleva has enjoyed an impressive sporting career, winning many tournaments, including two times winner of the European Circuit.

Marie added that the academy is delighted to have Diana on board. She added: “Diana has an outstanding record of success, both as a player and as a coach, and I am confident she will do an equally brilliant job with us.”

She was ranked top 12 in the world as a doubles player and top 21 in the world as a singles player.

Diana also has a strong coaching background, working formerly as National Head Coach for Cyprus (senior and junior), National Coach for Bulgaria (senior and junior) and Junior National Head Coach for Scotland .

Her players have achieved Commonwealth, European and World championship medals and competed in the Olympic Games.

Diana said: “I am thrilled to be taking on the role and I am looking forward to developing new talent in the region.”

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This year's Hidden Gardens event in Bearsden was a huge success raising more than £1700 for charity

A summer event that saw hundreds of people visiting local gardens has raised more than £1700 for two mental health charities.

Eleven gardens were opened up to “It was so lovely to see individuals, couples and groups wandering visitors in Bearsden as the second Hidden Gardens event took place. round the roads of Bearsden with their programme and map in their Two couples, Fiona and Ian hand, trying to find their way to McMillan and Eileen and Stewart the next garden on their list.”

Young, founded the Hidden Gardens event last year. They are now planning to run the event again in 2020.

Stewart said: “We were very fortunate with the weather for the Hidden Gardens 2019 event and all the gardens looked amazing.

There were so many different shapes, sizes, colours and they were immaculate.

The money raised has been donated to Place2Be and COPE (Drumchapel), following in the spirit of the Bearsden Festival of May 2019, which had mental health as its theme.

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Thanks, too, to the gardeners who had plants and cuttings for sale.

These made a large contribution to the sum raised.

“Also, we are grateful to those who coordinated the homebaking and the running of the tearoom, as well as those who looked after ticket sales.”

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Members of Milngavie Choir are looking forward to a new season of events, which kicks off this month and welcome new singers

COME JOIN OUR CHOIR A local choir is launching an exciting series of events for the forthcoming season with the hope of encouraging more people to sing.

September 10 from 7.30pm to 9.45pm at Cairns Church. This takes the form of an open rehearsal, with the opportunity to find out about choir singing.

On Thursday September 19, the choir will host a Fundraising Fashion Show at 7pm. Everyone is welcome at the event at M&Co in Milngavie.

There is a 10% discount on anything you buy and tickets are £5, which includes a raffle ticket.

The Milngavie Choir programme of performances, fundraisers and new Sing on a Saturday events will run from September to May 2020.

Penny Haydock (Accompanist), Jonathan Sedgwick (Musical Director) and Andrea Hagenbuch (Chair of Milngavie Choir)

The first Sing on a Saturday takes place on September 21 from 10am to 2.30pm. The first workshop will be led by Patricia McMahon, Honorary Fellow of the Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama, at St Andrew’s Church.

workshops. We anticipate this being a very popular event. We have another experienced facilitator lined up for our next one.”

Milngavie Choir’s vision is to make singing accessible to all in a friendly, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

No previous singing experience is needed and participants are asked to book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets are £15 (£10 for Milngavie Choir members).

Cerys added: “We’re excited to bring this programme of events to the community and hopefully tempt the most timid of singers to give it a go.”

A choir welcome night also takes place this month, on Tuesday

To find out more at www.milngavie-choir.org.uk.

Cerys MacGillivray, from Milngavie Choir, said: “Patricia is a much sought-after vocal teacher and it is great to have her leading our first

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CUT WASTE, SAVE MONEY The Resource Efficient Scotland programme includes fully funded one-to-one support from technical specialists on how they can make practical savings. There are also 15% cashback deals on interest-free and unsecured loans from £1,000 to £100,000 for any energy, water and waste projects that deliver carbon savings.

Local businesses are invited to attend an event that will offer important lessons in saving money by being more resource efficient.

In preparation for Scotland’s Climate Week 2019, two hourlong awareness sessions will be held at F-Loft, Stewart Street, in Milngavie, on Wednesday October 2, one at 8am for an 8.30am start and another at noon for a 12.30pm start.

They are free to attend and run by Business Gateway East Dunbartonshire, in conjunction with EDC and Zero Waste Scotland’s Resource Efficient

Scotland programme. There will be information about the practical and financial support available to cut energy and water use and reduce waste.

The events are also in support of the council's Sustainability and Climate Change Framework, which sets out how the local authority is working with others to promote resource-efficient, equitable and financially sustainable practices.

Another scheme for Enhanced Capital Allowances enables businesses to claim an 100% first-year capital allowance on purchases of certain energy and water saving equipment. In addition, businesses can benefit from guidance on implementing the Good to Go scheme for cafés and restaurants.

A spokesperson said: “Over five years, the Resource Efficient Scotland programme has helped small and medium-sized businesses make an average 24% saving on energy costs.”

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GALA WEEK ON DISPLAY The Milngavie Heritage Centre are hosting an exhibition entitled 'Milngavie Week – A History'

A community heritage exhibition takes place this month – and coincides with the annual nationwide event, Doors Open Day. The Milngavie Heritage Centre group is hosting the display entitled, Milngavie Week – A History, from September 7 to 14.

The exhibition will trace the history of the event from its origins as a Gala Week in the mid-1960s, when Milngavie was twinned with the French town of Bauge, to more recent times having been relaunched in 2016 after a gap of several years.

The Milngavie Heritage Centre group is interested in receiving any Milngavie Week memorabilia.

Eric Gotts, from the heritage group, said: “We would like to hear from anyone who has items for display at the exhibition and also local people who can share their personal experiences of the Gala Week.

“We want to offer visitors a poignant trip down memory lane.”

The exhibition will be located in the Former Courtroom in Milngavie Town Hall. It will be open from 10am until 4pm. There will be no access on Sunday the 8th. For further information call 0141 956 3541.

Doors Open Days offers free access to hundreds of fascinating buildings and this year the event celebrates its 30th anniversary.

There will be a number of buildings open to the public in the local area, including Milngavie Heritage centre, Baldernock Parish Church and Watch House, Bearsden Baptist Church, Bearsden Hub, Cadder Parish Church Douglaston Doocot, Gavin’s Mill and Westerton Library, to name a few.

See www.doorsopendays.org.uk for more details.

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More local people will be able to offer feedback on the development of Milngavie Community Hub following an extension to the public engagement process.

Four information sessions were held in June, outlining plans to combine the facilities from the Town Hall and Lillie Art Gallery site with the Community Education Centre in a new Community Hub.

Centre, which is earmarked for closure once the new hub opens.

The information from these sessions is on display in Milngavie Library and available on the consultation section of East Dunbartonshire Council website.

“There are many groups that rely on the CE centre and it would seem better to enhance this centre rather than closing it.

Fiona said: “Although a hub can be seen as a desirable facility, I don’t feel the council is allowing proper consideration for the future of the CE Centre.

But Milngavie resident Fiona Crosbie does not believe the new extension to Friday September 27 goes far enough.

“It is good news that the council is extending the deadline for engagement but I think Christmas is a more realistic deadline to allow a full consideration of the options.”

She has voiced her concern about a perceived lack of regard given to the future of the CE

Feedback can be submitted to milngaviecommunityhub@ eastdunbarton.gov.uk

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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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JogScotland Milngavie are launching a new Couch to 10k course this month

Hazel Maclean, pictured left, with Lesley and Kirstie who all completed their first half marathon in March

A local running group hopes to encourage more people to take up jogging as they launch another programme for newcomers.

JogScotland Milngavie will start a new Couch to 10k course on September 12, which will last for 12 weeks.

The sessions follows a structured programme that begins with walking, then builds to gentle jogging in a fun, friendly and encouraging environment.

The number of participants will be capped at 50 and Hazel Maclean will head up the programme with a team of other qualified JogScotland leaders.

The JogScotland group has already run many successful

programmes. Sandy, of Milngavie, joined the Couch to 5k sessions last year. Although she initially lacked the confidence to run, she has now completed her 50th parkrun (5k).

Sandy says: “I spotted an article about the Couch to 5k programme in this magazine last year and I spontaneously decided to give it a go. I had not run for a very long time and at first it was very hard.

“I admit I did not enjoy it to begin with but the progress from walking to jogging was gradual and I was grateful

for the encouragement and support I got from the group. It felt very inclusive. In particular, jog leader Alison Paterson was wonderful.

“I was able to progress at my own speed and while I am still not fast I feel fitter and healthier because I can now jog. I would recommend the JogScotland programme to everyone.”

The new Couch to 10k is open to anyone over the age of 16 and requires no prior running experience. Participants meet at Milngavie clock tower for 6.30pm each Thursday.

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Things inevitably have moved on from these days and now your average wedding is a much bigger affair. One of the most important aspects of any wedding day is selecting the right reception venue, remember it can be much simpler to start and finish locally.

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If you are going for a big do one planner’s tip is to remember that the dream of a perfect summers day is far from guaranteedespecially in the West of Scotland.

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September 2019 | Legal Matters

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Launched to coincide with the coast-to-coast route’s fifth anniversary, the John Muir Way passport offers a memento for walkers and cyclists undertaking the route.

A new “passport” has been launched for a long-distance trail that passes close to Bearsden and Milngavie.

It is also hoped that the initiative will encourage people to visit more attractions and businesses along the way.

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September 2019 | What's On Calendar

Calendar of events Milngavie Cricket Sixes

Sunday 1st Lillie Gallery: Michael Durning PPAI, PAI, RSW: A Retrospective

Station Road, Milngavie Michael Durning looks back over 25 years as a painter. On show are paintings inspired by sites in East Dunbartonshire and Glasgowm France, Italy and Japan.

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Cairnhill Woods Active Sunday

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

07899 028534 cairnhillwoodsgroup@gmail.com First Sunday of every month

Charity Car Boot Sale

Glasgow University Sports Complex, Garscube Estate, Bearsden 10.30am-5pm. Milngavie Cricket Club host their first ever 6 a-side tournament at the Garscube wicket beside the Glasgow Veterinary School. Six local clubs will compete for the Shepherd Trophy, sponsored by J&E Shepherd, Chartered Surveyors. 07810 641574

Monday 2nd Tablet Tips Bearsden Library 10am. This is a free drop-in session when you can bring along your portable device, iPad, Android tablet, smartphone or e-reader for help with any worries, queries or struggles. There is no need to book.

0141 777 3021 Weekly until 23 September

Forever Active (55+)

Allander Sports Centre 11am. Badminton, table tennis and soft tennis with a swim included. Just turn up! www.edlc.co.uk Runs every Mon & Thu during term time

Adult Tap Class

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

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

MONDAY 2nd: Evening Dementia Carers Group, Bearsden – Bearsden Dementia Resource Centre – 7-9pm

TUESDAY 3rd: Carers Chair Yoga

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

Milngavie Youth Café – 11am-12pm Weekly

THURSDAY 5th: Milngavie & Bearsden Carers Café

NEW VENUE: Milngavie Enterprise Centre

1.30-3.30pm

THURSDAY 12th: Crafty Carers Milngavie

Milngavie Enterprise Centre 1.30-3.30pm

Weekly

TUESDAY 17th: Carers Choir

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

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

Milngavie Youth Café – 1.15-2.15pm

THURSDAY 19th: Milngavie Dementia Carers Group Milngavie Enterprise Centre 10:30am-12:30pm

Lillie Gallery: Land and Earth

Lillie Gallery, Station Road, Milngavie Paintings and pottery from the Lillie Collection. 0141 956 5536

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Cinema Club: Blazing Saddles

Runs until 19 September

Sensory Sunday, Mugdock: Forest School for Wee Folk

Mugdock Country Park 2-3pm. Venture into Mugdock’s wild places on this session of sensory activities for 0-5 year olds. Parents must accompany their wee folk. Cost £3. Booking essential.

0141 956 6100

Art Classes – Art at the Grange 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

Mugdock Theatre 7.30pm. In order to ruin a western town, a corrupt politician appoints a black Sheriff, who promptly becomes his most formidable adversary. Booking essential.

Cost £4 each. 0141 956 6100

NK Scottish Country 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

Antonine Bridge Club

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Social Sewing 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 sewciable.glasgow@gmail.com Weekly

Android Tips 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

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

Army Cadets Force

Weekly until May 2020

Weekly

Get Your Device Beach Ready

Sculpt Callanetics: MAE Technique

Weekly until 16 September

Weekly

Bearsden Library 10am. Come along to this drop-in session to learn how to install apps which will give your holiday reading without you having to carry a whole load of books or magazines! 0141 777 3021

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.

St Andrews 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.

07880 630065 • FB @sculptcallanetics

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What's On Calendar | September 2019 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.

0141 563 8790 • treasurerNKCDC@gmail.com Weekly

Bearsden Bridge Academy

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 any Monday evening without a partner so why not give it a try?

0141 563 8223 • pfe263@gmail.com Weekly

Cheery Ladies Keep Fit

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

0141 942 1283 Weekly (also on Wednesdays)

Bumps and Bundles

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

Tuesday 3rd Tablet Tips

Milngavie Library 10am. This is a free drop-in session when you can bring along your portable device, iPad, Android tablet, smartphone or e-reader for help with any worries, queries or struggles. No need to book.

0141 956 2776 Weekly until 24 September

Sculpt Callanetics: MAE Technique

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 Mid-May

Jog Scotland

Wednesday 4th

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

Snap 'n' Share Milngavie Library 1.30pm. Learn how to snap photos with your tablet (Android or iPad) and share them online with family and friends. Bring your own device or we can provide one for you to try. Book at the library.

0141 956 2776 Weekly until 24 September

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 Every Tuesday-Thursday during term

Self Defence & Martial Arts Bearsden Academy 7pm Juniors. 8pm Seniors.

Have you ever wanted to learn self defence but don’t know where to start?

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

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

Studios are staffed but not tutor-led.

0141 777 3143 Weekly during term-time

Weekly

Get Your Device Beach Ready Milngavie Library 10am. Come along to this drop-in session to learn how to install apps which will give your holiday reading without you having to carry a whole load of books or magazines! 0141 956 2776 Weekly until 17 September

Allander Homecare Ltd www.allanderhomecare.co.uk

Providing quality care within your own home.

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

Defence and Martial Arts

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

#One2Seven

Allander Evangelical Church 6.30-8pm. Our One2Seven club is for all kids in Primary 1-7. We teach bible stories, sing, play games, do crafts and lots more. www.allanderchurch.org.uk Weekly during term time

Meditation & Mindfulness

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

Gill’s Yoga Class

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

07443 417371 Weekly

Lets Dance: Weekly Workshops

Baby and Toddler Group

Westerton Male Voice Choir

Westerton Library 11am. What are Voice Assistants and how can they help in day to day life? Try out a few, and learn how this artificial intelligence technology can make your life ‘smarter’. 0141 777 3143

Milngavie Community Centre, Quiet 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

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

New members welcome. Weekly

Senior School Drop-in

Alexa, Siri, Hey Google. who?!

Craigdhu Writers

Allander Indoor Bowling Club Whist Drive

Weekly during term-time

Main Hall, Bearsden Cross Church 7.30pm. We warmly welcome 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

Kelvin Choir

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.

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

Adult Ballet Class

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

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

Mugdock Theatre 7.30pm. Weekly dance classes for children and adults.

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

St Paul's Lunch Club

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

07803 934688 annsmacleod@gmail.com Weekly

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September 2019 | What's On Calendar

Calendar of events An Introduction to Self Yoga Class

Children’s Karate & Kobudo Classes

Hilton Bridge Club

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! Booking essential. 07548 551069 admin@shintenbudo.com Weekly

All Saints’ Church Hall, Bearsden 8-9pm. New members welcome. Weekly 07963 936780 • jane.tait@ntlworld.com St James the Less Church Hall 10am. A friendly, relaxed Bridge Club.

New members and visitors welcome.

07910 776591 Weekly

Bearsden Choir

New Kilpatrick Church New Halls 7.30pm. New season just started with exciting programme ahead. Highlights include Verdi’s Requiem in Halifax in October; and Duruflé’s Requiem & Vaughan Williams’ Dona Nobis Pacem in City Halls Glasgow in November. Interest especially from Tenors and Basses will be most welcome. Donald: 07866 800 220 Weekly

Thursday 5th Jog Scotland

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

Westerton Hall 2-4pm. Board games, tea and biscuits, chat. All welcome. Come and enjoy the fun. 0141 570 0791 ellen.gray@outlook.com Weekly

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

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

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

Westerton Over Sixties Club

Betsy Barclay’s Ladies Leisure Circle (Golden Girls)

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

Westerton Fun Tots 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.

Weekly during term time.

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 956 566 Runs Monday to Friday

Venue to be confirmed 7pm. Meets first Thursday of every month for meal and live entertainment.

0141 942 5241 First Thursday of the month

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

Bearsden & Milngavie NS Bridge Club Court Room, Milngavie Town Hall 6.45pm. Friendly, well established bridge club. New members welcome.

0141 942 0552 Weekly until May 2020

Friday 6th BADMINTONscotland

Allander Leisure Centre Weekly 7pm. Badminton Club. 07825 054629

Gill’s Yoga Classes

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

07443 417371 Weekly

Saturday 7th "Milngavie Week – A History" Heritage Exhibition

Milngavie Heritage Centre 10am-4pm. The exhibition traces the history of the annual gala week from its origins in the mid-1960s right up to the present day. Admission free but donations welcome. 0141 956 3541

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House History Open Day

Bearsden Library 9:30am. For Doors Open Day join us for a display of archives and local studies material with a house history theme, plus get advice on tracing the history of your own house. 0141 777 3021

Saturday 7th Westeron Gala Day

From 11am. Westerton Gala Day aims to bring people of all ages together to have fun and celebrate local community life and provide charities and local groups with an opportunity to raise their profile and raise funds. It is organised by a group of volunteers.

See page 5 for more information

Pilates

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

Mats are provided and booking essential.

07493 140708 • amgpilates@outlook.com Weekly

Desta Laiolo Ballet & Theatre School

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

Sunday 8th Bearsden LTC: Tennis For All Open Day – Try Tennis for Free Bearsden Tennis Club 1-4pm. Come along and try tennis for free in a fantastic location with activities for adults (from beginner to ‘star’) and children (all ages). Coaches on hand to organise lots of fun events. These include tennis for all from 1pm, mini tennis at 1.45pm, family fun at 3.15pm and cardio tennis at 1pm & 2.30pm.

07841 392699 • www.bearsdenltc.org.uk

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What's On Calendar | September 2019 U3A Meeting

Friday 13th

St Andrew’s Church Hall, Bearsden 11am. Professor Bruce Peter will give a talk on 'Ocean Liners: Speed and Style'.

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

iPads for Beginners

Milngavie Folk Club: John Blek

Fraser Centre, Milngavie 7:30pm. John is best known for his work with his band John Blek & the Rats. John has begun a new journey influenced by the folk music of Ireland, Britain and the US. He delves into the world of fingerstyle guitar and reveals the deeply personal and poignant lyrical aspects of his character. https://tickets.ents24.com

Monday 9th

Milngavie Library 10am. These drop-in sessions will guide you through the basics of setting up, navigating and using your iPad. 0141 956 2776

Allander Rotary’s Antiques Valuation Day

Saturday 14th Milngavie Folk Club: Robin Williamson

Tablet Tips in the Garden Suburb

Westerton Library 2pm. This is a free drop-in session. Bring along your portable device for help with any worries, queries or struggles.

0141 943 0780

The Arts Society Bearsden & Milngavie New Kilpatrick Church 2pm. Meet up with like minded people to explore the arts. This month, Nigel Bates' talk "In the Kingdom of Sweets" takes a close look at the Nutcracker, the ballet composed by Tchaikovsky. Meets monthly from Sept to June. membership@tasbm.co.uk Meets monthly until June 2020

Milngavie Flower Club

Milngavie Town Hall 7.30pm. Our first meeting after the summer break. All welcome Elspeth: elbirnam@btinternet.com

Fraser Centre, Milngavie 7:30pm. Robin, born in Edinburgh, is a multi instrumentalist musician, singer, songwriter and storyteller, who first made his name as a founder member of the 'Incredible String Band'. His style incorporates folk, jazz, renaissance, classical and Eastern influences. https://tickets.ents24.com

"Milngavie is the Child of the Allander " – Heritage Walk

Milngavie Heritage Centre 10am-4pm. Local historian, Donald Shankland , will lead a heritage walk along the banks of the River Allander demonstrating how the river contributed to the growth of a small village into a thriving industrial town by the 19th Century. Booking essential. 0141 956 3541

Tuesday 10th Cairns Church Hall 7.30pm. Fancy singing but not sure where to start? No auditions, no pressure – just a warm welcome for all.

Janice Reid: 0141 578 5113

Ladies Bridge Club

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

0141 584 9514 • 0141 942 6559 Weekly until 4th April 2020

Boclair House Hotel 10am-2pm. Do you have family heirlooms filling your attic? Join TV’s Anita Manning and valuers from the Great Western Auctions Ltd and bring your items for valuation. Cost is £10 for three items.

Proceeds will go to local and national charities. allander.rotary.events@gmail.com

Sun Kids St. Paul's Church, Milngavie 4.30-6.15pm. Join us for an afternoon of crafts, games, Bible stories and snacks. For children in classes P1 to P7.

07933 711810 • srollings242@gmail.com

Cadder Church North Hall, 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 the month

Smartphones for Beginners Milngavie Library 2pm. This will guide you through the basics of setting up, navigating and using your Smartphone. Book at the library.

0141 956 2776

Bearsden Flower Club

Cinema Club: Road to Rio

St Andrews Church Hall, Bearsden Cross 2.30pm. Bearsden Flower Club will resume after the Summer break. The Demonstrator will be Ann Morgan from Morcambe.

0141 942 4152

Mugdock Theatre 7.30pm. Two inept vaudevillians stow away on a Brazilian-bound ocean liner and foil a plot by a sinister hypnotist to marry off her niece to a greedy fortune hunter. Booking essential. Cost £4 each.

0141 956 6100

Chess Club Cairns Church Hall, Milngavie 7:45pm. New chess season starts for adults.

Juniors start on 24 September at 6:30pm.

A friendly and welcoming club.

Mel Burt: 0141 569 3361 james.burt@ntlworld.com Weekly

Tuesday 17th

Wednesday 18th

Scottish Country Dancing Classes

Scottish Country Dancing Classes

Westerton Hall 7:30pm. Beginners and Improvers.

Come and join us for the fun, fitness and friendship. You will be made very welcome. All welcome. 07902 127370

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 10th December

Milngavie Choir: Welcome Night

Wednesday 11th

Social Line Dancing

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Mugdock: Doors Open Day

Mugdock Country Park Come and see inside the Castle tower and climb the stairs to the top and look out at the fantastic views over Mugdock Country Park and beyond. FREE for Doors Open Day!

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

Also runs on Sunday 15th September

Thursday 12th Westerton Scottish Country Dancing Classes Westerton Town Hall 7:30pm. No partner required.

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

Monday 16th Smartphones for Beginners

Bearsden Library 2pm. This will guide you through the basics of setting up, navigating and using your Smartphone. Booking at the library.

0141 777 3021

HELEN ROBERTSON Over 6O’s Exercise

Baljaffray Parish Church Mon & Wed 10-10:45am If you require cost effective, reliable heating and plumbing engineers then look no further.

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Calendar of events Thursday 19th M&Co Fashion Fundraiser: Milngavie Choir

M&Co Store, Milngavie Doors open 6.30pm. Bring your friends and family. 10% discount on any purchases. Tickets (£5) from Janice Reid or Milngavie Choir members.

Janice Reid: 0141 578 5113

Bearsden Writers

Gavin's Mill 1-4pm. Create a Silk Landscape with Elizabeth from Scotia Silks. Through demonstration and practical exercise learn how to create your own colourful silk masterpiece. All materials, tea/ coffee and homemade biscuits included. Cost £30.

Book your space: 0141 955 0437 elizabeth_souter@hotmail.com

Bearsden Library 1.30pm. This drop-in session will help you with printing your holiday booking forms, boarding passes and insurance documents.

0141 777 3021

Milngavie Library 1.30pm. This drop-in session will help you with printing your holiday booking forms, boarding passes and insurance documents.

0141 956 2776

Wednesday 25th

Saturday 21st

Saturday 21st

Annual Bulb Fair

Sing on a Saturday with Patricia McMahon

Bearsden Cross Church 11:30am. Recital by Ian Watt, Classical Guitarist presenting a varied programme of pieces including Spanish Dances by Granados and Cavatina by Myres. Admission £10 including coffee served from 10.45a.m. Tickets available from Purple Edge, Bearsden, the Church Office or at the door.

0141 942 0507

Beginners Silk Painting Workshop

Waitrose Community Room 10am. A new group of writers based in Scotland and we meet once a month to take forward our writing and publishing ventures. New members welcome. bearsdenwriters@gmail.com

Printing Your Holiday Paperwork!

Printing Your Holiday Paperwork!

Coffee Concert

Thursday 26th

Monday 23rd

Friday 20th

Greenbank House 11am-5pm. Our annual bulb fair will be taking place in the courtyard. There will be some nature activities for children.

Julie: greenbankgarden@nts.org.uk

Monday 22nd

St Andrews Church, Milngavie 10am-2.30pm. Come and join us for a singing session facilitated by Patricia McMahon. Everyone welcome. Book your place through Milngavie Choir.

Cost: £15.

Janice Reid: 0141 578 5113

Open Church/Dorcas Craft Group

Bearsden West Community Council

Westerton Hall, Bearsden 7pm. Residents living in the Bearsden West area are welcome to come along and discuss local issues which impact on their community – roads, pavements, transport, cleansing, education, social care, green spaces etc. Please email or come along to the meeting if there is any issue you would like to raise.

0141 570 2960 bearsdenwest@gmail.com Last Wednesday of the month

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

Friday 27th Sensational Safari: Woodland Magic!

Mugdock Countr Park 1pm. Calling all active 8-12 year olds! With autumn setting in, discover the seasonal changes in Mugdock Wood on this 3-hour adventure with the Ranger Service. Booking essential 0141 956 6100

Saturday 28th Lillie Gallery: Glasgow Society of Women Artists

Station Road, Milngavie This hugely popular annual exhibition includes exciting new work by the long established, multi-talented Glasgow Society of Women Artists. From traditional to dynamic abstract works in a wide range of mediums. 0141 956 5536 Runs until 31 October

Submit your What's On information at www.thecommunitymagazine.co.uk October deadline: Monday 9th September

Third Saturday of the month

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Local News | September 2019

ARE YOU BALL FOR HOCKEY?

Handyman Did you play hockey as a youngster? Are you looking for a new way to get fit? If so, a local hockey club would like to hear from you.

Western Wildcats Hockey Club is looking for male and female senior players and, in particular, a goalkeeper for the men’s team.

Deborah O’Toole, who is a club committee member, said: “We are keen to boost the membership of our senior teams, both men and women. And we are also hopeful of adding a goalkeeper to our men’s team. Perhaps there is someone in retirement from the sport but would like to play again. Or, perhaps there is someone who would like to learn to play this position. We can give full training and all equipment will be provided.”

Western Wildcats is a thriving hockey club based in Milngavie.

Formed in 1898, it claims the title as the oldest club in Scotland and has a long history of success with 69 internationalists to date and 18 senior national trophies.

Deborah, who also runs the junior section of the hockey club, added: “We are very much a community club and we offer hockey for men, women and children of all ages and all abilities. We run five men's team and three women's senior teams, as well as junior sides.

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September 2019 | Senior Savvy

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The Allander Indoor Bowling Club has announced that the Bowls Hall at the Bearsden leisure centre has opened fully again from the end of August.

The first internal league games will start on September 9 at 10am.

Syd Watson from the club said: “We would be very happy to see new non-members coming along

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A local “bridge school” is inviting beginners to join a class as a new term starts this month.

Bearsden Bridge Academy will meet for the first time on Monday September 2 in the Court Room of Milngavie Town Hall – and weekly thereafter.

Director Peter Edmond said: “If we attract the right number of people I would like to have a weekly class at 4pm for complete beginners.

“Otherwise, it will be launched as a revision course for novices or anyone who has played a little bridge.”

An improvers’ class will continue from last year at 5.30pm each Monday. Peter said: “We will look at more advanced bidding and how to deal with strong hands

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Last year, a team formed from club members entered the SBU West District League Division 5 for the first time.

Peter said: “Such was their enthusiasm and dedication that success came immediately and they led the division from start until just before the last match, finally ending up top equal but being pipped at the post for trophy winners by the league’s tie-breaking rules.”

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A new Early Learning & Childcare Centre (ELCC) in Milngavie has been given planning approval.

Milngavie Community Council meetings restart this month and are welcoming residents of the town to come along

Milngavie Community Council is inviting local people to come along to the the first meeting after a summer break this month.

The council will meet on the first Wednesday of the month – September 4 – at 7.15pm at the Fraser Centre.

Iain McAllister, the chair of Milngavie Community Council, said: “We welcome any residents in Milngavie who are willing to be proactive in helping us to solve any of the issues that we plan to address going forwards.”

The voluntary organisation exists to liaise between the community and local government,

expressing residents’ views and concerns to East Dunbartonshire Council.

The council also takes up matters and pursues activities that are thought to be in the best interests of Milngavie.

Issues that are currently considered include the proposed Milngavie Hub; protection of the Green Belt; making the most of green spaces, particularly Lennox Park; Milngavie’s rail services; and safe cycling and walking routes.

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Other focuses are the restoration of outdoor public sports facilities in Milngavie and providing a Welcome Centre for the West Highland Way. Iain added: “We hope to expand on some of the above issues and if you have any views on any issues please contact us by email at communitycouncilmilngavie@ gmail.com or drop us a note at the Fraser Centre.

“Better still, why not join us in our efforts to improve life in Milngavie and come along to the first meeting after the summer break.

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A RECORD FOR MOSSFEST RETURNS TO PARK THE FUTURE A Bearsden church is celebrating after completing a huge heritage project.

New Kilpatrick Church, an A listed building dating back to 1649, has spent more than four years recording all of its major furnishings, including the acclaimed stained glass windows.

The recording was carried out by members of the Arts Society, Bearsden and Milngavie.

A special service was held to mark the completion of the project in July and to offer insight into the recordings.

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Science fans – young and older – are invited to add a date to their diary for a popular festival that takes place next month.

A fungus walk is aimed at all the family. You can also find out how yeast is important in food and drink with JawBrew and the Little Sourdough Bakery

MoSSFest – Middle of Scotland Science Festival – is at Mugdock Country Park on Sunday October 6 from 11am to 4pm. The free day of science fun offers a wide range of fascinating activities and a chance to meet scientists.

as well as sessions making a bath bomb, maths origami, a hunt for elements or a visit to the Parasite Tattoo Parlour.

For people who enjoy the topics of nature and wildlife, there are events with the Froglife Pond Doctor, Glasgow University bird ringers, the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and the Woodland Trust. And how about learning how to make a hedgehog house with the RSPB?

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For younger children, there will be Small Stories in a cosy science story area in the theatre.

Meanwhile, adults might like to take a look at their home energy profile and try out an energy

Dr Jane Magill, one of the festival organisers, said: “We’re delighted to bring MoSSFest to Mugdock once again. After such a successful festival last year, we have lots of new activities as well as former favourites. There will be lots of free indoor and outdoor activities so we can have a great day come rain or shine.”

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