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Museum Bid for Glencairn .......... 3 Balloch Games Time Again .......... 4 Sir Jackie’s Burgh Honour ............ 5 Balloch Resort Bid’s Record .......... 6 Roads Closed for Gaswork ........... 7 Magnificent Seventh Walk!......... 8 Dragon Boats in Balloch .............. 8 Baby Earl Boost for Burgh ......... 10 Lochside Triathlon Events ........... 11 Maid Needs Volunteers .............. 12 Housing Team is Pure Gold ........ 12 Late News .................................... 12 Helping your Local SSPCA .......... 14 What’s Up Doc ............................ 14 Repairs Mean Zero Waste ......... 17 Support Groups ............................. 17 Sun is Shining ....................... 18&19 Two Awards for Young Chef ..... 20 Legal Matters ................................. 20 What’s On Calendar .............. 21-26 MSP’s Praise ENABLE Scotland .... 27 Samurai Swords Success ............. 27 Go-ahead for Hub Scheme ........ 28 Nightlife ....................................... 30 Can you do the Three Lochs? .... 31 A Date with the Vikings ............. 31 Runners Head for Balloch .......... 32 Highland Dancers Say Bonjour .... 33 Advertisers Index ........................ 34

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MUSEUM BID FOR GLENCAIRN This month could mean decision time for a potentially ground-breaking plan to transform Dumbarton’s oldest building into a £4.6million state of the art library and museum – finally putting currently empty Glencairn House into spectacular new use. Approval for the scheme may depend on the level of support from the public, at a time when some might argue the major capital outlay involved could be spent on many other local amenities. However the ambitious proposal aims to answer what’s seen as a need to give the Burgh a heritage resource worthy of its history and a resource that could help to breathe new life into the hard-hit town centre. Although not a feature of the outline plan the new centre could also flag up the pivotal role of the Dumbarton area in the story of King Robert I in the Scottish Wars of Independence. If approved the scheme would also see the existing library at Strathleven Place become a

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community collections store and archive, where for the first time the public would be able to explore rare and important objects from West Dunbartonshire’s museum collections. The scheme, which could help revive the moribund High Street, would involve adding a new fourstorey annexe to Glencairn House – and the whole project would contain significant elements aimed at community and family use. The new museum would include an entire floor dedicated to local history, and many items could be displayed regularly for the first time. For example a 2nd Century Roman medallion, the Skellat Bell from around 900 AD and – of more recent vintage - Sir Jackie Stewart’s Dubonnet trophy, and fine art from the Overtoun Collection.

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An amazing treasure trove of documents would also become more accessible, such as a signed Commission by King James VI and I to the Baillies of Dumbarton to apprehend and try persons suspected of witchcraft. Glencairn House dates from 1623 and was originally the town house of Earls of Glencairn. Robert Burns received his freemanship of the town there in 1787. Culture and communities strategic lead Malcolm Bennie said: “Glencairn House presents a great opportunity for this

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BALLOCH GAMES TIME AGAIN There are a few heavyweight contenders for the title of “best summer Highland Games spectacular” in Scotland – but the major annual fixture at Moss O’Balloch Park has to be one of the favourites. To be staged on Saturday, July 13, the Loch Lomond Highland Games has all the traditional hallmarks, from major skills events to the notorious stag weekend tug of war, that have made it a firm favourite with thousands of people from all over the area and much farther afield. This is a grand day out whose reputation continues to increase, year on year, bringing together

all the fun elements of a great family gala with a welter of competitions that invariably attracts hundreds of contestants from all over the country.

of significant titles up for grabs – all staged to the skirl of the pipes, with some of the country’s top players also competing for trophy honours.

The event hosts the Scottish Highland Games Association World Heavyweight Championship, as well as a Highland Dancing contest featuring more than 120 dancers, aged four to adult.

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One of the area’s most famous sons is to be honoured and celebrated this month with a special commemorative walk to celebrate his 80th birthday. The man in question is race legend Sir Jackie Stewart, the Formula One champion who in the course of a spectacular career became a household name across the world – a veritable king of motor sports. The event is on June 11 in Dumbarton’s Levengrove Park, and is being staged on the 50th anniversary of the day he won the Formula One Championship in 1969 – and will also celebrate his 80th birthday. Sir John Young (“Jackie”) Stewart OBE from Milton fully earned his famous soubriquet “the Flying Scot” in Formula One contests between 1965 and 1973, winning three World Drivers’ Championships in 1969, 1971 and 1973. The event being staged in his honour – the local equivalent of a lifetime achievement award – has been organised by Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland and West Dunbartonshire Council. Besides the immortal glory of his racetrack triumphs Sir Jackie

Stewart has also been instrumental in improving the safety of motor racing, campaigning for better medical facilities and track improvements at motor racing circuits. Today, Sir Jackie Stewart devotes his considerable energies to his global charity, Race Against Dementia, which he founded to accelerate the research into finding treatment and a cure for dementia.

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It’s likely a large crowd of local well wishers will turn out for the event at the park’s New Pavilion, between 11am and 1pm on the day. The one mile walk around the park offers participants the options of two or three laps of the route, to mirror the achievements of Jackie’s three Formula One Championships, and is suitable for

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BALLOCH RESORT BID’S RECORD The hugely controversial holiday resort scheme planned for Balloch was this month reportedly on course to clock up a planning applications milestone – as a scheme with the highest number of objections yet recorded.

However the volume of people that would be brought by the planned hotel, leisure centre and other amenities is being seen by objectors as a threat to the environment – notably to at-risk species including otters and red squirrels. Meanwhile the scheme would reportedly aim to build on what has been described as the success of the Lomond Shores scheme. It’s understood around 3,000 people have objected to the plans, while thousands more have signed an online petition against a plan that would see hundreds of new private homes and chalets created on farmland near the site.

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The claim was from Green MSP Ross Greer, one of the many thousands who are completely opposed to a plan its supporters argue would offer a useful and sustainable new seam of visitor tourism infrastructure for the already massively popular area. Mr Greer set up a petitions portal which has attracted tens of thousands of objectors to the plan, amid claims that potential

traffic problems have not been addressed and that job creation claims are wide of the mark. The new wave of objections follows the recent release of the long-awaited masterplan for the site by developer Iconic Leisure, which according to one report expects the scheme to create 80 full time and 50 part time jobs, as well as dozens of seasonal posts.

However Iconic argues the scheme will open up the area’s natural environment to enjoyment by more people, and should it gain approval aims to have the project up and running in around four years’ time. As the area’s most contentious plan the scheme – apparently no longer to be called Flamingoland – will face lengthy and closelyargued opposition in what promises to be a marathon series of planning hearings.

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Dumbarton residents face weeks of roadworks on one of the town’s busiest routes, as old metal gas mains are refitted with modern plastic pipes. It’s said to be a job that badly needs to be done, as the project follows a spate of major emergency repairs. Scottish Gas Network says the scheme will ensure safety for decades, and avoid the need for future disruption. The work started last month with an estimated duration of 17 weeks, and is planned to take place in three phases. In an information leaflet, SGN says: “We’ll always provide advance notification if we need to use temporary traffic lights or close a road. “If our work affects local bus services, this will be advertised in advance too. “Some on-street parking in your road may be restricted to

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MAGNIFICENT SEVENTH WALK! It seems only yesterday since the now hugely popular Walk in the Park events were launched in Balloch, but this month many regular fans – and newcomers – will be taking part in the seventh annual spectacular. Some are also veterans of the Shortbread Run, which has become an established local favourite at the start of the new year. On Saturday, June 15, at 9.30am, a 2k and 5k event will start just inside the main gates of Balloch Country Park on Balloch Road (next to the Co-op supermarket), and of course you are free to decide which one suits you best. There’s no registration, no fee and no official recording of times, because this community-inclusive event is about participation, not competition - but children under

This month kicks off with a spectacular Bobath Dragon Boat Race in Balloch, which sees a number of motley crews battling it out for the potential glory of reaching the nail-biting Grand Final.

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Most of those taking part have no previous experience, just a will to win and the wish to help a worthy cause. Each team will take part in at least three races during the qualifying rounds, before the two fastest teams compete for the title honours.

The course will be marked out with directional signs on the day, but it must be stressed that participants will run at their own risk. It’s also worth calling the hotline number on the day – it’s 07534365271 (but don’t leave a message) - to check whether the run has been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions.

This annual fun event is on Saturday, June 1 (11.30am to 4.30pm), and there’s more information at www. bobathscotland.org.uk/event/ dragon-boats-2019.

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Application Forms are available from Adairs Solicitors on the details below and should be submitted to Adairs no later than 30th June. The Trustees will meet in August after which confirmation will be sent as to whether or not Applicants are eligible and if so how much of a Bursary will be received. Any queries should be directed to Adairs Solicitors and from whom the Application Forms can be obtained.

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BABY EARL BOOST FOR BURGH Will Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor be the star attraction at next year’s planned Dumbarton 2020 Festival – and will the Duke and Duchess of Sussex use the occasion to pay a visit to the area? At the moment the only definite major “signing” for what could be a massive celebration of Burgh life and heritage appears to be iconic Scots actor Sir James Cosmo, who it’s understood will be leading the grand parade at the event. But according to royal-watching website Royal Centre, Harry and Meghan’s new arrival “is about to make the town very famous indeed”. This is because royal Archie acquires Prince Harry’s second title as Earl of Dumbarton, although it remains to be seen whether the honorific will have any specific relevance to the area.

the Earl following James VII of Scotland and II of England into exile – the title became extinct when he died, four years after the failed ’45 Rising led by Bonnie Prince Charlie. Now the Queen has revived the title – albeit not for the Jacobites – to make Harry the Burgh’s first royal earl – although it may come to be more widely used in connection with his and Meghan’s new-born son. Regardless of the arguments

for and against the perceived importance (or otherwise) of the title to modern Dumbarton there’s no doubt even a token appearance by the royal couple and their son would put the Burgh on the national and international stage in a way even the most highprofile heritage festival might otherwise struggle to accomplish. As plans continue apace for next year’s big event we will just have to wait and see what the title means, if anything, to the 21st century Burgh.

The royalty pundits note that the Burgh has an illustrious history, as one time seat of the ancient British Kingdom of Strathclyde, besides the later history of the Earldom as a bulwark of Scottish and British royalty. Unfortunately, perhaps, it was linked most strongly with the doomed cause of the Stuarts, with

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LOCHSIDE TRIATHLON EVENTS The famous – some might say notorious - Loch Lomond Beastie Triathlons will be held in and on the banks of Loch Lomond at Balloch Castle Country Park on Saturday, July 27. Organisers Loch Lomond Swimming and Triathlon Club are in their 19th year of running events, and this time around are hosting the Scottish National Championship Aquathlon in addition to two triathlons. The events are reckoned ideal for everyone from first timers to hard-core triathletes, and are all set in the stunning landscape of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The Wee Beastie is said to be perfect for first timers, as the 400m

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HOUSING TEAM IS PURE GOLD

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A significant honour for the area’s tenant participation advisory service proves West Dunbartonshire residents are getting an ace service.

The Maid of the Loch at Balloch is looking for volunteers able to commit to a day a week – and if they have any engineering and mechanical skills (or other talents that could prove useful) they’ll be particularly welcome. A spokesperson for the project said: “Volunteers are the backbone of this whole project, without whom the Maid would be consigned to the history books”. The ship is being returned to steam at this stage so it will be an exciting time to join us. For further details please email mail@maidoftheloch.org or phone 01389 711865.

The housing team has been awarded gold standard recognition, the highest rating available for local councils, after a judging process which involved interviewing staff members and tenants. To mark the achievement a plaque was presented at a recent liaison meeting with West Dunbartonshire Tenants and Residents Organisation. Housing convener Councillor Diane Docherty said: “Our tenants are at the heart of everything we do and so we are delighted that they have been recognised for their hard work. “We want our services to reﬂect their needs and the only way to do this is by engaging with them and listening to their views and ideas. “We are lucky

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With a combined age of almost 200 years, both Club and competition continue to grow from strength to strength. But there is perhaps one man, unbeknownst to some, who links both the Ryder Cup’s and Buchanan Castle’s histories together. Eric Brown was a PGA Professional at Buchanan Castle Golf Club. He played in the Ryder Cup Competition in 1953, 1955, 1957 and 1959, winning all of his singles matches. Eric Brown was also the Captain of The Ryder Cup Team in 1969, when Jack Nicklaus famously conceded Tony Jacklin’s putt to halve the match at Royal Birkdale. He also topped the European Order of Merit in 1957.

In 1957 the British team won The Ryder Cup and as part of that winning team, Eric got to take the Cup back to his Club, and that is how The Ryder Cup came to be at Buchanan Castle Golf Club for the first time in 1957, and apparently it sat on the piano in the lounge for the best part of a month. Changed days indeed!!

European team won the trophy in 2018 meant that there was an opportunity for him to bring the Ryder Cup back to Buchanan Castle Golf Club after 62 years.

In 2018 the current PGA Professional at Buchanan Castle Golf Club, Keith Baxter, having been Chairman of the Scottish Committee of the PGA was co-opted on to the Board of the PGA. Keith’s position on the Board and the fact that the

Our Club celebrated this great event on Saturday, 30th March with a Charity Shotgun Competition for 80 members, 40 Europeans in blue and 40 U.S.A. in red. The European team won, of course. There was plenty of time for photographs with the wonderful trophy, then after a fine meal there was a great

raffle with every player winning a prize, then an auction after which Keith gave us an insight into the association of Eric Brown with Buchanan Castle Golf Club and his involvement in the Ryder Cup. Keith then regaled us with some of his experiences at the Ryder Cup in Paris last year. The sun shone all day and the PGA Benevolent Fund benefitted to the tune of almost £4000.00 What a great way to start the new golf season!!

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HELPING YOUR LOCAL SSPCA Scotland’s animals charity is appealing to kind hearted Community Advertiser readers to help at the Pets at Home Summer Fundraising Drive to raise vital cash for abused, abandoned and injured animals at its Dumbarton centre. The SSPCA is looking for anyone who can spare even an hour of their time to volunteer at the Dumbarton Pets at Home store, possibly in tandem with friends or work colleagues. Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre superintendent, Sharon Comrie, said, “Until June 13, locals can pop down to their local Pets at Home store where they will get the chance to meet Scottish SPCA volunteers, supporters, staff members – and dogs – from the Scottish SPCA’s animal rescue and rehoming centres.

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SHARING AND REPAIRING MEANS ZERO WASTE A popular new service at Alexandria Library is setting a trend by providing residents with access to a large stock of tools, camping equipment, gardening and decorating equipment. The addition of repair cafés to provide support and tuition needed to fix broken belongings is on its way! With the first event, in partnership with Repair Café Glasgow, proving a success in March Rag and Bone Projects are planning more to come. The scheme was born from the growing move towards sharing, reducing and repairing. Repair and Loan is part of social enterprise Rag and Bone Projects, whose aim of allowing residents to borrow equipment in order to cut down on cost and reduce waste is part of a larger programme of initiatives in the area. The library is a Community Interest Company, all fees will be ploughed back into the organisation, which has also opened a Zero waste shop in Dumbarton East, ‘Made Zero’

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This is a world away from the standard practice of binning items, from clothes to furniture that aren’t up to spec without finding whether they could be repaired. However this obviously requires expertise, and the group are now on the lookout for volunteers to run more repair cafés at the library. Repair Cafés are popping up all over the UK and are said to be making a critical difference. Membership costs £20 for 12 months and users can borrow up to five items at a time for up to two weeks.

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Summer is here at last and while our expectations weatherwise are often on the low side this side of Scotland, we do have the advantage of loads of things to do right on the doorstep rain or shine. For children and young teenagers why not try fun outdoor activities such as canoeing, kayaking, sailing, gorge walking, climbing, scrambling, ropes courses or mountain biking, to name a few. Spice up the summer with adventures in the local area, exploring the environment and learning new skills. The summer holidays with their long evenings offer a

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12 noon from Bishopton Primary School, 12.30 Opening, ROF Fields, Rammed with loads of activities, games, stalls, great food, live entertainment, vikings, Star Wars stormtroopers and more

The Pieman Cometh

Sunday 9th June – 3pm – £12/£10

The Duncan Lamont Songbook

Sunday 16th June – 8pm – £12/£10

The Sugar Review: Burlesque & Variety Show

Friday 21st June – 8pm – £12/£10

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June 2019 | Legal Matters

TWO AWARDS FOR YOUNG CHEF ROSIE Rosie Maguire, a chef at the Loch Lomond Golf Club had a double triumph recently at the Scothot, Scotland’s premier showcase for food drink hospitality and tourism.

with Gill Bowman BA LLB This month: THE SCRA Last month I discussed the steps involved in progressing grounds of referral through the court system. Following on from that, and once grounds have been established, a hearing is convened in order to determine what happens next.

As well as taking the silver medal in Young Chef of the Year she cooked the winning best main course in front of a live audience – venison loin, caramelised celeriac puree, roasted onion faggot, pickled berries and scorched purple sprouting broccoli. The 22-year-old has been working as a Demi Chef De Partie in the Fine Dining kitchen since graduating from Derby University in June last year and has just been promoted to Chef De Partie. The competition, which recognises the best chefs under 23 involved competing with other chefs to produce a meal in twoand-half-hours in front of a live audience. She said afterwards: “I was very surprised and proud I managed to

Legal Matters

Two awards for Rosie Maguire

win best main course as, although we were around the same age, some of the other chefs had been in the industry five years longer than I had. I went to university first to study culinary arts so I thought I was on the backfoot experience-wise.” Darren Harrison, Executive Chef at Loch Lomond Golf Club, said: “We are all delighted. Rosie is really competent, and has exceeded expectations.”

The Hearing is made up of three panel members who are trained volunteers. One panel member is responsible for chairing the hearing and a Reporter from the SCRA will be there to ensure all the correct procedures are adhered to. Also present should be the child, their carer or parents, social work and any other person who may have relevant information, such as a teacher or health care provider. The purpose of the hearing is to decide whether the child’s circumstances require some form of compulsory measure for their own protection, guidance,

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treatment or control. An order should not be made in relation to a child unless it is necessary. This becomes a relevant consideration where there may already be a voluntary arrangement in place that resolves the concerns raised in the grounds for referral and the supporting facts. There are many examples of this and they may include a child staying with a family member for a period of time or a parent attending a parenting class or addiction support services. If made, a compulsory order should remain in place for a year. The child or a relevant person can ask for a review of the order after a period of three months and the social work department can request a review at any time. Again, you are entitled to legal representation at a children’s panel and if you have any questions you should speak to a solicitor.

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Calendar of events Saturday 1st

Lomond and Clyde Community Orchestra Rehearsals

Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers

St Michael's Church Hall, Helensburgh 10-12pm. We have vacancies in all sections. A friendly community orchestra, come along to our rehearsal. No auditions or minimum standards. Percussion provided. Parents with playing children are welcome. Anne Evans 07976 726822 Weekly

Doune – Paths and Tracks to the Braes 9.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. Walk through Doune Ponds Nature Reserve, to Carse of Cambus Antiques Centre, onto Doune Braes and follow the River Teith path back to Doune, returning to the cars via Doune Castle. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs. 01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

Balloch Run 'n' Park

Balloch Park Gates, Balloch Road 9.30am. Stay in shape & meet new people. runnpark.leaguerepublic.com Weekly

Levenvale Older People's Welfare Levenvale Primary School 10am-12pm. AGM. All members welcome. First Saturday of every month

Bellsmyre Trust

The Cutty Sark Centre 9.30am. MAE Fitness Techniques. www.bellsmyretrust.org.uk Weekly

Lennox Evangelical Church 10am. Dads and toddlers/pre-school children welcome for fun, banter and bacon rolls. We meet the first Saturday of every month. 01389 849142 lennoxevangelicalchurch@gmail.com First Saturday of every month

Sunday 2nd Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers

Beinn Mhic Mhonaidh 8.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. This is a strenuous walk which involves exposed mountainous terrain and is not recommended for inexperienced hill walkers. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs. 01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

Farmers' Market

Outdoor Bootcamp

Moss o' Balloch 10-11am. Meet at the kids' play park. Outdoor Bootcamp for kids and adults. Adults: £5, 13-17yrs: £2, 12 and under: free. Get in touch to be added to the bootcamp page. @ptsquared2 Weekly

Saturday 1st

Techjockeys Gaming Club 8-14yrs FREE!

Bobath Scotland Dragon Boats

Longcrags Centre 10am-12pm. Cutting edge gear! PS4 and PS4 VR headset, XboxS, Oculus Rift VR Headset, VR headsets for smart phones, 10 Gaming PCs. Free. 01389 767115 mick. maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly

Who Let the Dads Out?

Balloch Castle Country Park 11.30am. Dragon Boats Racing team will race along the bonny banks of Loch Lomond. events@bobath.scot

Loch Lomond Shores 10am. With fresh and local produce piled high on every stall, free parking, lots to do for kids and families and plenty of local shopping – all in all, a great day out. www.lochlomondshores.com First and Third Sunday of month

Dunkirk Veterans Parade

Jamestown Parish Church 10.20am. Parade form up at 10.20 Coop in Balloch, March off 10.30, with Dunkirk Remembrance service at 11am in Jamestown Parish Church, all welcome.

Bellsmyre Trust

The Cutty Sark Centre 10.30am-1pm. Dumbarton Baptist Church. www.bellsmyretrust.org.uk Weekly

Moshi Beads

Antartex Village 11am-4pm. Weekly

Monday 3rd Bellsmyre Trust

The Cutty Sark Centre 9.30-11.30am: Little Rascals Toddlers. 5.30pm & 6.30pm: MAE Fitness Techniques. 6.30-7.30pm: Girls Group. www.bellsmyretrust.org.uk Weekly

Photo Editing Class

Longcrags Centre 9.30-11.30am. Learn how to edit your photos and enhance them. Learn how to put them into folders and back them up so that you won’t ever lose them. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly

Dumbarton Library 10-12pm. Bringing together older people living with long term conditions, such as dementia, through sporting reminiscence and physical activities. Aiming to improve well-being and reducing loneliness and social isolation. 07393 284406 maurice@thesmf.co.uk Weekly

Internet Café

Longcrags Centre MON: 10-12pm, FRI: 10-12pm & 1.303.30pm. Use one of our PCs, enjoy fast wi-fi and a cuppa. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly (Also on MFridays)

Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in Service

For anyone affected by cancer MON: 10.30am-12.30pm: Alexandria Library. 12-2pm: Dalmuir Library. TUE: 2-4pm: Balloch Library. WED: 11am-1pm: Dumbarton Library. THU: 1-4pm: Clydebank Library. helen.shearer@west-dunbarton.gov.uk Weekly

Mousemates Computing Club

Longcrags Centre 1.30-3.30pm. This club is for over 50s. Want to learn the basics? Want to make address labels, cards, set up an email address? We’re here to help. Free. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly

Hop, Skip and Jump

Annexe Building, Jamestown Primary School 3-5pm. Hop into Spring with some creative Art sessions. For P4-P7. 50p a session. haldaneyouthservices@hotmail.co.uk Weekly

REMAP (Dunbartonshire Panel) Meeting and AGM

Care of the Elderly Dept, Vale of Leven Hospital 4pm. The Dunbartonshire Panel of REMAP (Scotland) can provide free of charge adaptation solutions for disabled persons. Anyone who is interested in our work or who requires any assistance is invited to attend our meeting. 01389 755201 www.remap-scotland.org

Alternatives Family Support Group

Alternatives, in Quay Street 6-8pm. Are you affected by someone's misuse of drugs/alcohol? 01389 734500 Weekly

Open Mic

Balloch House Hotel 7pm. Poetry and prose from all genres. 5 minute slots bookable from 6.15pm. 01389 729279 First Monday of every month

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What's On Calendar | June 2019 Family Walking Group

Unit 1 Leven Valley Enterprise 6pm. Family Walking Group leaving from Unit 1 Leven Valley Enterprise in Castlehill, a walk around the local community then a tea or coffee and biscuit for afters. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 07809 216 568 janice@corra.scot Weekly

1st/2nd Dumbarton Boys' Brigade

Level 3 Construction Health & Safety Course

Wednesday 5th

Longcrags Centre 9.30am-12pm. You need this qualification if you want a job on a building site. Delivered by West Dunbartonshire Employability team. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly (Also on Wed and Thurs)

Working 4U

Relaxation Group

Dumbarton Riverside Church Halls Anchor Section (P1-P3) 6.15-7.15pm. Junior Section (P4-P6) 7.15-8.45pm. Company Section (P7-S6) 7.15-9.30pm. 01389 731069 rebeccalyall@btinternet.com Weekly

Dumbarton Army Cadets ACF Hut, Latta Street, Dumbarton 7-9pm. The ACF offers a variety of militarythemed activities along with adventurous training and STEM, young people 12-18 yrs. 07894 088911 2456youn@armymail.mod.uk armycadets.com/county/argyll-and-sutherlandhighlanders-battalion-acf Weekly (Monday & Wednesday)

Strathleven House 10-11am. £5. Learn deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation, simple body awareness and meditation techniques in this small informal group. No experience required, all welcome. Bring your own mat and blanket along. Contact Jo 07562 333 731 greentreremedies@outlook.com Facebook @Green Tree Remedies Weekly

Tuesday Afternoon Bridge Club Victoria Halls 1.30pm. A friendly and informal club for intermediate players. No partners are required. 01436 673362 Weekly

Class for Phones and Tablets Longcrags Centre 1.30-3.30pm. Do you feel like throwing your tablet or your phone out of the window? We can help over a cuppa. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly

Vale of Leven Walking Football Club

Lomond Badminton Club

Vale of Leven Academy 7.45-9pm. Available for anyone who wants to take part in the beautiful game but at a slower pace. Rules as per 11-a-side or 5-a-side, you are not allowed to run. All abilities and ages welcome. Facebook @Vale of Leven Walking Football Club, Twitter @lomondwfc. 07814 540 035 phildawson1335@me.com Weekly

Tuesday 4th Working 4U

Vale of Leven Library 9.30-3.30pm. New opportunities. Come along to our drop-ins. 0800 980 9070 Weekly

Bellsmyre Trust

The Cutty Sark Centre 9.30-10.30am: MAE Fitness Techniques. 3.30-4.30pm: Myre Munchkins. 6-8pm: Cutty Kids. www.bellsmyretrust.org.uk Weekly

Tuesday Lunches

Riverside Church 12pm. Meet friends and enjoy homemade soup and filled rolls. www.dumbartonriverside.org.uk Weekly Est 1955

Vale of Leven Academy 6-8pm: Juniors. 8-10pm: Adults. From beginner to competitor, our club can cater for all. We have plenty space for new members. Just turn up at one of our sessions, email or see FB. 07740 473247 lomondbc@outlook.com Weekly

Housing & Homeless Hub, Mitchell Way 9.30-3.30pm. New opportunities. Come along to our drop-ins. 0800 980 9070 Weekly

Bellsmyre Trust

The Cutty Sark Centre 9.30-11.30am: Little Rascals Toddlers. 5.45pm, 6.45pm: MAE Fitness Techniques. www.bellsmyretrust.org.uk Weekly

Cardross Mother and Toddler Group

Cardross Church Hall 10-11.30am. Come join us for coffee and a chat while the wee ones play! 07717 238979 cardrossmotherandtoddlers@gmail.com Weekly

Alexandria Quilters

Alexandria Leisure Centre 10am-12pm. New members welcome. Just pop in. Weekly

Balloch Health Walk

Balloch Tourist Information Centre 10.20am. Join us for a free, fun and easy way to get fit and feel better. Simply turn up and join in… everyone’s welcome! A great way to meet new people and we usually enjoy a coffee and chat after. 01389 722645 fran.crumley@lochlomond-trossachs.org trustinthepark.org/walk-in-the-park/ Weekly

NEW! Knit ’n’ Natter

Longcrags Centre 1.30-3pm. Bring along your knitting or crochet and enjoy a blether over a cuppa. We can supply wool and needles. Free. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly

Young Person’s National Demonstration Project Offers 12-26 year olds one to one support, group support and the opportunity to get involved in designing, developing and testing out a new programme of support for young people affected by alcohol or drugs in the family. WED: Alexandria Community Centre, 1-2pm THU: Y Sort It, Clydebank, 4-6.30pm FRI: Chest, Heart and Stroke Charity, Dumbarton, 2-5pm Weekly

Thursday 6th Working 4U CAB Office, Alexandria 9.30-3.30pm. New opportunities. Come along to our drop-ins. 0800 980 9070 Weekly (Also on Fri & Mon)

Dumbarton Probus Club Concord Community Centre 10-11.30am. Like other Probus clubs the purpose of the club is to provide a regular meeting point for retired and semi-retired people. There are regular speakers and visits from some very special guests. Come along and see if it is something you may be interested in joining. The Probus is not a fund raising organisation. 01389 753 267 donvick@blueyonder.co.uk Weekly (Exc July and August)

Youth Club St Patrick’s Church Hall 6.15-7.45pm. For P6 and P7. 8-9.30pm. For kids from 10 plus. Activities that we have: ball games, board games, music, computers and internet, Wii, tuck shop, organised parties, outings, group sharing, community services and weekend away. All welcome. stpatsyouthg1@btconnect.com Weekly

Vale of Leven Army Cadets ACF Hut, Heather Avenue, Alexandria 6.45-9.15pm. The ACF offers a variety of military-themed activities along with adventurous training and STEM, young people 12-18 yrs. 07894 088911 2456youn@armymail.mod.uk armycadets.com/county/argyll-and-sutherlandhighlanders-battalion-acf Weekly (Tuesday & Thursday)

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Calendar of events FREE CONSULTANT EVENTS Thursday 6th

Tuesday 25th

Free Cataract 1-2-1

Free Foot & Ankle Information Event

Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital, Beaconsfield Road, Glasgow G12 0PJ 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.

Tuesday 18th Free Hip and Knee Pain with Robotic Assisted Surgery Information Event

Hotel Du Vin, 1 Devonshire Gardens, Glasgow G12 0UX 7-8.30pm. Do you suffer from hip and knee pain and would like to find out more to help you make an informed decision?

Nuffield Health Glasgow Giffnock Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, 82 Braidholm Road, Glasgow G46 6ED 6.30-8pm. Do you suffer from foot or ankle pain and would like to find out more information about the treatment options available?

Wednesday 26th Free Cosmetic Surgery – Body Aesthetics Information Event

Nuffield Health Central Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, 121 Finnieston Street, Glasgow G3 8HB 6.30-8pm. Are you thinking about cosmetic surgery and would like to find out more information?

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

Greenspace Volunteers

Apple iPad/iPhone Class

Balloch Castle Courtyard Building

Longcrags Centre

11am-3pm. Help to carry out a range of practical conservation tasks and wildlife surveys. To book text by 12pm the prior Wednesday. 07909 595283

1.30-3pm. We can help you with the basics and also get the best out of your iPad over a cuppa and a blether. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly

Also on 16th & 30th

Village Square, outside The Winnock Hotel 10.20am. Join us for a free, fun and easy way to get fit and feel better. Simply turn up and join in… everyone’s welcome! A great way to meet new people and we usually enjoy a coffee and chat after. 01389 722645 fran.crumley@lochlomond-trossachs.org trustinthepark.org/walk-in-the-park/ Weekly

Contentment

Lennox Evangelical Church 7.30pm. We can all feel discontented with our lives – with what we have, how much we get, what we do and what the future promises. Discover how Jesus Christ helps us experience contentment in our daily lives. 07581197535 lennoxec@gmail.com Weekly

Dumbarton Library 3-4.30pm. Fun FREE 30-40-minute sessions which include stories, games and activities for parents/carers and their 3-5-year-olds. Register in your local library. Weekly

Bellsmyre Trust

The Cutty Sark Centre 3.30-4pm: Myre Munchkins. 6.15pm: MAE Fitness Techniques. www.bellsmyretrust.org.uk Weekly

Wargames + Miniatures Games Store

Unit 4, 7 Merkins Avenue 5pm. Our Magic: The Gathering 'Learn Magic' programme. Boys and girls welcome. Including a FREE Introductory starter pack! events@wargamesandminiatures.com Weekly

Writers

Alexandria Library 6pm. Every Thursday writers are invited to meet and share their work. 07922 833472 Weekly

Okeko Bioenergy Therapy Group Healing Sessions

Friday 7th Bellsmyre Trust

The Cutty Sark Centre 9.10am. MAE Fitness Techniques. 10.30am-12pm: Bingo Mornings. www.bellsmyretrust.org.uk Weekly

Working 4U

Balloch Library 9.30-12.30pm. New opportunities. Come along to our drop-ins. 0800 980 9070 Weekly

Coffee Morning

Lennox Evangelical Church 10am-12pm. Proceeds to local charities. www.lennoxevangelicalchurch.org Weekly

Cardross Library 5-7pm. Booking required. Minimal time investment for optimal healing. 15/30min during 5 consecutive days. Free of charge. Donations gratefully accepted. T&C’s apply. 07411181177 heal@okeko.org okeko.org Weekly

Dumbarton Music Group

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Loch Lomond Camera Club

Station Street, Renton 7-9pm. All levels and non-members welcome. www.meetup.com/lochlomondcameraclub/ Weekly

Saturday 8th Rock of Ages

Dumbarton Castle 12-4pm. This year the Vikings will play a starring role, celebrating Norse heritage in Scotland, and revealing how their influence continues today. Hear about the different stages of Viking activity, from raiding to conquest, and settlement to integration. www.historicenvironment.scot/events Also on Sunday 9th

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Ben View Resource Centre, Dumbarton 7.30-10pm. £2. Acoustic Folk/Country Jam night. For all ranges and abilities. If you want to come and practice some chords or play through something you have been trying to learn. James and Jim will be around for moral support. Come along and join in for a friendly relaxing jam night. Feel free to bring your own acoustic instrument. James 07463631558 or Jim 07398762215 Weekly

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What's On Calendar | June 2019

West Dunbartonshire Leisure Community Sports Programme Ready, Steady, Kick (1.5-3yrs) – Alexandria Community Centre: WED: 1.15-2pm; FRI: 10-10.45am. Vale of Leven Academy: SAT: 9-9.45am. Dumbarton Academy: SUN: 9.3010.15am

Mini Kickers (3-4yrs) – Alexandria Community Centre: WED: 4-5pm; FRI: 11am-12pm. Dumbarton Academy: WED: 5-6pm. SUN: 10.30-11.30am & 11.30-12.30pm. Vale of Leven Academy: SAT: 10-11am.

All weekly classes (Term Time Only)

Concord Community Centre: MON: 4-5pm. Alexandria Community Centre: TUE: 1.30-2.30pm.

Ready, Steady, Roll! (Pre-School Sport) – Dumbarton Gymnastics Centre: MON: 9.30-10.10am (1.5-3yrs), 10.20-11am (Crawling-1.5yrs). TUE: 10-10.40am (1.5-3yrs), 10.50-11.35am (3-4yrs), 1.45-2.30pm (3-4yrs). THU: 10-10.40am (1.5-3yrs), 10.50-11.35am (3-4yrs). FRI: 1.15-2pm (3-4yrs), 2.102.50pm (1.5-3yrs).

Pre Gym – Dumbarton Gymnastics Centre: THU: 4-5pm (4yrs).

Girls Football – Alexandria Community Centre: WED: 6-7pm (512yrs). Concord Community Centre: THU: 3.30-4:30pm (5-7yrs), 4.305.30pm (8-12yrs).

Saturday 8th

Adult Classes (16+) Badminton – Meadow Centre: WED: 8-9pm.

Centre: MON: 1.30-2.30pm.

Concord Community Centre: TUE: 6.30pm (16+yrs). Alexandria Community Centre: THU: 6:30pm.

Centre: MON: 5-6pm. Meadow Sports Centre: THU: 6-7pm.

Badminton (5-12yrs) – Dumbarton Academy: TUE: 6-7pm.

Basketball (8-14yrs) – Alexandria Community Centre: MON: 6-7pm. Hockey (5-12yrs) – Meadow Centre: WED: 6-7pm.

Tennis (5-12yrs) – Dumbarton Academy: TUE: 6-7pm.

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Astronomy Club

Gymnastics – Vale of Leven Academy: MON: 5-6pm & 6-7pm (5-7yrs), 7-8pm (8-10yrs). Dumbarton Gymnastics Centre: TUE: 4-5pm & 5-6pm (5-7yrs), 6-7pm (8-10yrs); THU: 5-6pm (5-7yrs), 6-7pm (5-10yrs boys only & 8-10yrs), 7.15-8.15pm (8-10yrs & 11-15yrs); FRI: 4-5pm (5-7yrs).

Jog Scotland (16+) –

Starting in Balloch Park The 3 Lochs Way is a 34 mile route that takes in stunning scenery of Loch Lomond, Loch Long and Gare Loch. This walk is not for the faint hearted, but is a magnificent experience. 0141 429 9811 jennifer.mackenzie@ppwh.org.uk

Sir Jackie Stewart F1 Grand Prix Walk

Disability Football – Dumbarton Academy: WED: 6-7pm (5-12yrs).

7-8pm (7-11yrs), 8-9pm (12-16yrs)

Big Hospice Hike

Tuesday 11th

Longcrags Centre 8-10pm. Join our busy, friendly club and enjoy sky gazing, presentations, events, field trips, quizzes. Beginners welcome. Where are you, ladies? Children must be accompanied by an adult. Membership £10 per annum. Children £5. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Also on 21st

Ready, Steady, Play! (Pre-School Sport) – Dumbarton Gymnastics

Athletics – Run, Jump & Throw (5-11yrs) – Alexandria Community

St Augustine's Community Hall 12-1pm. Maggie and the others in the Friday team would like to welcome you to the Friday soup lunches. Weekly

Football – Argyle Park: MON: 4.306pm (7-14yrs). Alexandria Community Centre: TUE: 4-5pm (5-6yrs), 5-6pm (79yrs) & 6-7pm (10-14yrs); WED: 5-6pm (5-6yrs). Vale of Leven Academy: SAT: 11am-12pm (5-6yrs). Concord Community Centre: THU: 5.30-6.30pm (5-6yrs), 6.30-7.30pm (7-9yrs).

Goalkeeping – Argyll Park: MON:

Ready, Steady, Go! (3-4yrs) –

Friday Soup

Levengrove Park, Dumbarton 11-1pm. This epic walk route will take you around the UK and visit racing circuits where Sir John Young "Jackie" Stewart, OBE started his early motor racing career and countries in Europe where he won as part of his 27 Formula One Grand Prix victories. Sir Jackie Stewart devotes his considerable energies to his global charity, Race Against Dementia, which he founded to accelerate the research into finding a cure for dementia.

Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers

Ben Reoch and Tullich Hill 9.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. This is a strenuous walk which involves exposed mountainous terrain and is not recommended for inexperienced hill walkers. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs. 01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

Strawberry Fayre

Bonhill Church 11am. Strawberry Teas, Tombola, Chinese Auction and Teddy Bear's Picnic. Tickets £3.00. 01389 609329

Dumbarton Lions Club

Abbotsford Hotel 7.30pm. Local fundraising club. New members welcome. 01389 763592 2nd Tuesday of every month

Netball – Meadow Centre: WED: 7-8pm.

Swimming – Vale of Leven Swimming Pool: WED: 8-8.45pm.

Walking Football – Concord Community Centre: MON: 6-7pm (40+). Alexandria Community Centre: TUE: 3-4pm (18+ with additional support needs).

Ladies Football (16+) – Alexandria Community Centre: THU: 7.30-8.30pm

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RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond 11-2pm. Butterflies are a beautiful and important part of the natural world and sunny days in June are when RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond comes alive with them. Please bring a packed lunch with you to have out on the reserve. Booking necessary. Cost: £8, £6.50 for RSPB members. loch.lomond@rspb.org.uk

St Augustine's Church 7.30-10.30pm. £5 entry, BYOB and glass. Enjoy a wonderful night of varied music. Local acts Westport, Wrong Direction, Salud, Robert Wood, and Oran are performing on the night. Money raised will be donated to a local charity. Tickets available from Discography Records, Bell Arcade Market or pay at door. 07787 310 391 DumbartonAcousticMusicNight Second Friday every month

Texan Rock Country Western Club Masonic Hall Church Street Dumbarton 7.30pm. Come along and dance to your favourite country and line dance music with the fabulous Wayne Stewart providing the live music this month. Bingo, raffle, open the box and fast draw. Accompanied children welcome. Admission £5. thecarolinewalls@hotmail.com

Saturday 15th Balloch Run 'n' Park Main Gates, Balloch Park 9.30am. 7th Anniversary of the Balloch Run 'n' Park 2k and 5k event. The course will be marked out with directional signs, but it must be stressed that participants will run at their own risk. 07534365271 runnpark.leaguerepublic.com/

Sunday 16th Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Circular walk of Loch Leven Nature Reserve 9am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. From Kinross Pier round the loch on a path to the RSPB nature centre (Tea & Cakes available). Complete circular walk back to the cars. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs. 01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

Tuesday 18th Bluebells and Birdsong RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond 9-11am. A morning walk through bluebell filled woodlands, listening to birdsong is the perfect start to any day. A walk along the trails surrounded by the sweet scent of bluebells and then out onto the reserve, listening out for some of the summer visitors on their return from Africa. Booking necessary. Cost £6.50, members £5.50. loch.lomond@rspb.org.uk

Saturday 22nd The Loch Lomond 10k

Moss O'Balloch 10am. The Loch Lomond 10K and Fun Run is a continuation of the highly popular Vale of Leven 10K, which is now into its 33rd year! www.runlochlomond.com

Sunday 23rd Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers

Stob Diamh (Peak of the stag) 8am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. This is a strenuous walk which involves exposed mountainous terrain and is not recommended for inexperienced hill walkers. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs. 01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

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Saturday 29th Wild Food Foraging RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond 2-4pm. Wild food is all around us! This walk and cooking demonstration will explore some of the traditional and modern uses of wild plants for food and medicine. Recipes will be available to take away, so you can try out some of this wild cooking at home too! Booking necessary. Cost: £10, £8 for RSPB members. loch.lomond@rspb.org.uk

Sunday 30th Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Am Bodach (Mamores) 8.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. This is a strenuous walk which involves exposed mountainous terrain and is not recommended for inexperienced hill walkers. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs. 01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

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MSP’S PRAISE FOR ENABLE SCOTLAND Dumbarton MSP Jackie Baillie recently hosted a special reception at the Scottish Parliament to mark the 65th anniversary of disability charity ENABLE Scotland, which for decades has fought consistently and effectively for disabled rights. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon was a guest speaker at the event. Jackie Baillie has worked with the charity as convener of the Cross Party Group on Learning Disability, and can testify to its campaigning strength on issues both local and national. The charity’s chief executive, Theresa Shearer, said: “I am confident we will be here for as long as people with learning disabilities need us to campaign for them and give them a voice. “We will be here until every person with a learning disability lives the life they choose.”

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especially as our club has only been running for 18 months'. “We have other members who will soon be challenging similar goals and this success will provide good inspiration. “We train in Dumbarton (Saturday) and Newton Mearns (Sunday), teaching the Japanese Samurai sword art of Iaido.” The group welcomes female, male and junior members as well as martial arts returners.

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answering a longstanding wish which is finally set to become reality after more than a year of lobbying and planning. Councillors last month gave the green light for local people to operate a completely new facility on the site of the former Westbridgend Community centre, after an application detailing how it would be used if residents were in charge. The outline proposal for this important new local facility envisages a resource which will include space for activities to suit all age ranges, from babies to toddlers, with lunch clubs, fitness classes and provision for people with disabilities, as well as a café, after school and evening clubs. After last month’s crucial decision on the issue the process that will

lead to the new centre being designed and built was formally set in motion. The former centre was demolished in 2017, but with the understanding that a Community Asset Transfer application with a detailed business plan would be submitted by a community group for future use. Councillor Iain McLaren, Convener of Infrastructure, Regeneration and Economic Development, said: “I am delighted for Westbridgend Community Hall Development Association, as I know how hard they have worked on their plans for the new hub.

“These residents know exactly what their area would benefit most from, and that’s why transferring this asset to them is a great move. “Giving residents the chance to have a real say in what needs to be improved in their area, and give them real pride in their surroundings, is vital and I hope this success encourages more people throughout West Dunbartonshire to get involved.” Councillor Marie McNair said: “This new hub will benefit the community of Westbridgend enormously, and I’m very impressed with the business case the group set out”.

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CAN YOU DO THE THREE LOCHS? A DATE WITH

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It starts in the familiar territory of Balloch before plunging off into rural Argyll and Bute, through Helensburgh, Garelochhead, Arrochar and into Inveruglas – and it’s “not for the faint-hearted”. We’re talking about the Three Lochs Way effort on June 8, a 34-mile slog being staged in aid of Big Hospice Week – which has a major resonance with many people in this area. Most are aware of the work carried out at the Robin House children’s facility run by Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) in Balloch, and will also know at least someone who has taken part in a fundraising initiative on its behalf. But this is a very special challenge, one which will appeal to people who are already probably experienced walkers and who have a deeply-felt appreciation of

the West of Scotland’s unrivalled countryside – from the bonnie banks to the glowering peaks of The Cobbler, Narnane and Acrois above Arrochar. Of course weather on the day can make a difference, but the sort of person ready and willing to commit to such a trek over the varied terrain involved isn’t likely to be put off by a spot of rain. The Three Lochs are Loch Lomond, the Gareloch and Loch Long, and the route contains masses of features of interest and also of profound scenic beauty. We’re told that while it has been developed primarily with walkers

in mind it also accommodates both bikes and horses – so participants will probably meet some interesting people as they progress along this early introduction to the Road to the Isles. The registration fee is £30 to take part, and there is a minimum required sponsorship of £150 – which is a fairly modest amount for most people to be able to collect, even in what is now a very tight timescale. If you are interested in taking part you can contact Jennifer Mackenzie on 0141 429 9811 or by email on jennifer.mackenzie@ ppwh.org.uk.

The annual Rock of Ages dramatised history and heritage festival at Dumbarton Rock has a Viking theme this year – taking its cue from the Dark Ages invasion and siege of the once powerful fortress, and the Norse raids across Scotland. The weekend event on June 8 and 9 will have a special focus on the Scandinavian hard men who ultimately discovered Christianity and buried their kings on the holy Isle of Iona. The drama will recall the impact the Vikings once made on the West of Scotland and Clydeside, as well as the Hebrides and, especially, the far north – a show not to be missed. You’ll find full details at www.historicenvironment. scot/events.

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RUNNERS HEAD FOR BALLOCH The children’s Fun Run has been enjoyed by no less than 600 youngsters, parents and even grandparents over the last 19 years – over a route that finishes at the 10k inflatable gantry.

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There are just a handful of the sort of big local outdoor events that qualify as “traditions”, but the Loch Lomond 10k (Saturday, June 22), is definitely in that league. It is organised by West Dunbartonshire Leisure Trust (WDLT), and together with its associated fun run has been a summer favourite for 32 years.

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The 33rd run starts at the Moss O’Balloch site at 10am, and is reckoned ideal for people striving to complete their first ever 10k – but still offers a competitive challenge for the more experienced.

A spokesperson for the event, formerly the Polaroid Eyewear 10k Series, said: “We have a scenic route that takes you through Balloch Castle Country Park (providing the stunning backdrop of Loch Lomond) and along the River Leven.” Every runner is also presented with a t-shirt, bespoke race medal, and a goodie bag with water, snacks and discount vouchers for local services and attractions.

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HIGHLAND DANCERS SAY BONJOUR A team of talented Highland dancers were flying the flag for Scotland when they took part in an international dance festival in France..

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Sandra said: “We were delighted to perform in Argenteuil once again this year, the invitation means our young team were once again able to enjoy a fantastic dancing experience. “They were all very excited to be making the trip across to Paris to showcase their love of highland dancing and were all very supportive of each other. As well as being dedicated students they are also fantastic friends and are all a delight to work with.”

(Front to Back) Morla Bruce, Leah Aitken, Skye Austin, Mirren McGlashen, Caitlin Marsh, Hannah Cameron and Zoe Colraine

Argenteuil is twinned with Clydebank and The Agora Association celebrate the link by hosting the spectacular dance event every year. They invited dancers from Scotland, Romania, Italy, Germany and Portugal to come together in 'Un Gala de Danses Modernes des Villes Jumelees'.

The team - Leah Aitken, 11, Skye Austin, 11, Morla Bruce, 9, Hannah Cameron, 11, Zoe Colraine, 14, Caitlin Marsh, 12 and Mirren McGlashan, 12 all live in Dumbarton and the Vale and attend the Sandra Lees School of Dance in Jamestown.

This year’s showcase took place on Saturday 25th May at the Salle Jean Villar Festival Hall.

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Summer Fun Sports Week long â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Fun Campâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sessions.

@ the meadow centre and clydebank leisure centre Kids take part in a programme of sports hall activities and organised games including inflatable sessions. At Clydebank Leisure Centre the children will also be getting energetic in our fabulous new interactive area.

visit www.wdleisure.co.uk for more info or how to book one of our summer camps Meadow Centre, 01389 734094 // Clydebank Leisure Centre 0141 951 4321

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