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Beer & Gin Festival .......................... 3 Christian Aid Concert ...................... 4 Pheonix Choir .................................. 4 Pupils Appeal ................................... 5 Befrienders ....................................... 6 Tunnock's Boost ............................... 7 Pier Plans .......................................... 8 Local Business .................................. 9 Tree Trust ........................................ 10 Dog Etiquette ................................ 11 Late News ....................................... 12 Fake Calls ........................................ 12 Showbiz Sixties .............................. 12 What's Up Doc ............................... 14 Livestock.......................................... 14 Local Business ................................ 16 Recycling ........................................ 17 Kilcreggan Plans ............................ 17 Support Groups ............................. 17 Food & Drink Feature ............ 18&19 Fascinating Facts ............................ 20 Legal Matters ................................. 20 What's On Calendar ................ 21-26 Bursary Recipient ........................... 27 Babcock 10k ................................... 28 Nightlife................................... 30&31 Walking Football ........................... 32 Vale of Leven 10k........................... 33 Advertisers Index ........................... 34

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Local News – May 2018

BEER AND GIN FEST BIGGER THAN EVER The summer season gets well under way this month thanks to the Round Table who have been working hard behind the scenes planning this year’s Beer and Gin Festival.

The Round Table’s Andrew Duncan said: “ Last year we raised approx £20,000 for the local community and had roughly 2000 visitors. This year we’re expanding the site to include a new Marquee over the dinghy area at the sailing club. This is to enable us to welcome a further 500 guests.”

This year it’s happening on Friday May 18th from 6pm and again on Saturday 19th

from 12pm down at Helensburgh Sailing Club. The event promises to build on last year when not only was gin introduced but there was the introduction of lager, new gin cocktails and a number of updates to their app with tasting notes and a chance to vote for favourites. You can download the app via a link from the website.

The team behind the event say that they believe there is an ale for everybody but as they do also believe in freedom of choice, there will be ciders and perries, prosecco, a handpicked range

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Andrew adds: “We’re looking to expand the bars too by having a bar in the new Marquee for lager and cider. Hopefully that will reduce congestion around the site and give the festival a better flow. Also, we’ll be providing more toilets this year to help with the extra capacity.

“Gin 71 By the Sea will be returning to operate our gin bar which will have a selection of 20 different gins. The gin list is TBC but will be a wide range from well known to lesser known gins.

running between the sailing club and Helensburgh Central – it’ll be free but we kindly ask for a small donation.

“Central Scotland covers band Sound Cradle and Helensburgh’s own top ceilidh band Crowded Croft will be on hand to provide the soundtrack. Lastly, we recommend coming dressed for the weather – but hopefully it’ll be blazing sunshine anyway.”

Check out the Helensburgh Beer and Gin Festival website and Facebook page for all the updates ahead of the festival. www. helensburghalefest.co.uk

“We’ll have around 60 ales again this year to sample and a larger selection of ciders and lagers as they were very popular last year.

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CHRISTIAN AID CONCERT After the success of last year's concert, Derek Clark, David Bruce, and the Helensburgh Chamber Orchestra are again presenting a programme to raise money for Christian Aid. Mozart's Piano Concerto Number 17 in G Major will be performed

by Derek Clark with the Helensburgh Chamber Orchestra as part of the hour-long concert which will also present a string work and the premiere of a work for winds.

Derek, who is Director of Music in the Helensburgh Parish Church and Head of Music at Scottish Opera, again takes on the demanding role of soloist in a work that has an emotional range from charm to riotous joy.

The other works in the short concert are Benjamin Britten's youthful, entertaining 'Simple Symphony' and a

new arrangement for wind instruments by Colin Suckling of three piano pieces from Tchaikovsky's 'Seasons'.

The Helensburgh Chamber Orchestra, led by Christine Sinclair and conducted by David Bruce, brings together professional and amateur players especially for these concerts.

Organisers remind us that Christian Aid aim to end poverty and injustice worldwide. This involves working in partnership with local organisations, as well as with governments and the private sector.

Christian Aid Concert Sunday 6 May 2018 at 7.00 pm Helensburgh Parish Church Admission by donation at the door – suggested £8 (£5 concession)

CONCERT CELEBRATES FRIENDSHIP The Glasgow Phoenix Choir conducted by Marilyn J Smith MBE with Cameron Murdoch, accompanist and depute conductor presents “A Choral Celebration” this month.

This Spring Festivals Concert is :“In Honour of all who believe that Life was made for Friendship” and is hosted by Rotary Club of Helensburgh Garelochside.

It features Songs from the Classics, Scots Songs and Music from the Shows.

The venue is Helensburgh Parish Church Colquhoun Street, Saturday 19 May Doors 18.45 – Concert 19.30.

Tickets: £10 from Rotary Members or Parish Church Office or Helensburgh Heroes, 28 Sinclair Street Enquiries Tel: 07831 501901 All Proceeds to Rotary Charities

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Local News – May 2018

PUPILS APPEAL FOR LOST WAR NAMES Anne of Loudounville The party will leave for Messine, Belgium, on June 13. They will visit the Ypres Salient cemetery, then make their way to France to the Somme and Thiepval Memorial.

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Teachers have arranged for the school to be represented at the Last Post ceremony at the Menin Gate in Ypres.

History teacher Craig Gilmour told Helensburgh Heritage: “The war memorial has a strong place within the ethos of the school.

A group of 40 pupils from Hermitage Academy are taking a trip to visit the battlefields in Belgium and France this summer.

And they are appealing for the help of the public to find the names of former teachers and pupils who lost their lives serving in the armed forces during the First World War. The appeal is carried on the invaluable Helensburgh Heritage web site which also carries a picture of the school’s memorial beside its main office reminding pupils of those who died in the

Great War. However, as it records, a second part which contained names has been lost over time.

Now pupils hope to rediscover as many of the missing names as possible. With this year being the centenary of the Armistice which ended the war, the pupils are hoping to create a small memorial which they can place at the graves of anyone local they can find.

"The memorial is also one of the focal points for the annual remembrance service, and this year we would like to create a display of the names of the fallen.

“At one time there apparently was a second part of the panel containing names, but no-one appears to know what has happened to this. Sadly it cannot be traced.”

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Project Director Cathi Bertin has been involved with Befrienders for all thirty years. She manages every aspect of the project and tells us: “Some will meet on a weekly basis, some once or twice a month. Some will pursue a hobby or an interest, some will visit the befriender's house and some will go on outings. “Befrienders is not about "treats" but more about encouraging and

Their clients may be young people who have a parent with a mental health problem, or need carer respite, perhaps the parent is alcoholic or simply in poverty.

In some case the Befriender has been a key factor in preventing children going into care.

Cathi adds: “ We always have more referrals than helpers and welcome more volunteers. Any age, our oldest is 82 the youngest 18.�

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TUNNOCK BOOST FOR HILL HOUSE generosity have been quite humbling, as well as the many messages of support we have been receiving. In particular, I want to highlight the very generous contribution made by Tunnock’s.

WELCOME BOOST: Tunnock's have donated thousands of pounds to help repairs to Hill House

Scottish baking firm Tunnock’s has donated tens of thousands of pounds to the battle to preserve the Rennie Mackintosh masterpiece Hill House.

Earlier this year the National Trust for Scotland launched its biggestever single appeal to raise £1.5m to stop the damp at Hill House effectively dissolving the fabric.

Now a planning application has been submitted for a giant greenhouse which will protect the building during the work, as well as provide a two-storey visitor centre.

The glass box which will completely cover the house will protect the building from the

weather while allowing it to dry out.

Richard Williams, the National Trust for Scotland’s general manager for Glasgow and West Scotland, said the public response to the appeal had been ‘magnificent’.

“Donations are coming in constantly and taking us ever nearer to our target, though we still need as much support as we can get.

“The individual examples of

“The five figure sum this great Scottish business has donated is a significant boost to our appeal and is especially apt as Tunnock’s is as much of a Scottish institution as the trust itself, and indeed was trading more than a decade before Mackintosh put draughtsman’s pen to paper to come up with iconic Hill House design.

“We are delighted that Tunnock’s have chosen to be involved in what is such an important project for Scotland and has recognised that the Hill House and the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh are part of Scotland’s heritage, and must be kept alive.”

He said that submitting the planning application was ‘a critical stage’ for the project. The ‘box’ will protect the building while it is rescued by conservation specialists.

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PUBLIC INTEREST: The public have been encouraged to take ownership of the project

Helensburgh Community Council is keen that everyone is aware of the developing momentum of the £18M Helensburgh Waterfront Development project on the pierhead.

Argyll & Bute Council held dropin sessions on 30th April and another is to be held on 14th May, 11am-7pm, in Victoria Halls.

The project includes the construction of a replacement leisure centre, including swimming pools, gym and dance studios, new flood defences around the perimeter of the site, raising the existing base of the pierhead by around two metres, demolition of the old swimming pool, recasting of reduced car parking space and the redevelopment of the pierhead area adjacent to Clyde Street.

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Norman Muir from the Community Council said: “It is a complex project which needs to be examined in detail to ensure it meets long-term needs and aspirations during its lifespan.

“It is imperative that the town takes ownership of this project to achieve an outcome that reflects a majority acceptance of this significant development.”

He added that the answers to the questions at the first drop-in session indicate a fine balance on:

• the location of the leisure centre at the end of the pierhead; • sufficiency of spectators seating in the building; • the physical appearance of the building on the site.

There was strong support for: • Provision of a café instead of vending machines; • A glass wall between the pool and café area; • Address the issue of insufficient parking; • No retail development along Clyde Street.

The Community Council says it looks forward to seeing you at the next drop-in sessions at Victoria Halls to give your views on the project, or complete the online survey at: www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ HCCWaterfront www.argyll-bute.gov. ukhelensburgh-waterfront

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May 2018 – Local News

TREE TRUST SEEKS TREE GUARDIANS few trees near their home to get in touch.”

Helensburgh’s Street trees are now part of the National Trees Collection of Scotland.

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GUARDIAN SEARCH: Tree guardians are being sought to help preserve newly planted trees

Helensburgh’s Tree Trust which looks after and plants the town’s array of street trees is looking for volunteers to become “ Tree Guardians.”

Many of the older street trees which have graced the wide grass verges of the town for the last 70 years or more are now reaching the end of their life and need to be replaced. And it was with this in mind that Helensburgh Tree Conservation Trust was formed by town residents in 2002.

with other fundraising efforts has allowed the planting of around 1000 new trees.

The Trust explains: “When a new tree is planted it has an area around its base which needs to be kept free of weeds and grass.

This means that the area won’t be strimmed which can damage The Trust now has more than 200 the bark – and possibly kill members who each pay an annual the tree. The Trust would like £10 subscription and this together volunteers willing to look after a

NTCS Project Officer Tom Christian said: “Urban tree collections are at last receiving more and more recognition for the extraordinary range of benefits they bring, from helping to mitigate air-pollution to positively impacting on mental health and anti-social behaviour.

“This is a model that local authorities should be falling over themselves to replicate in other areas of Scotland – the town is certainly very lucky to have such a dedicated group of volunteers quietly getting on with some really important work, with longlasting benefits.”

He added that the work that the Trust has done in Helensburgh over the past few years was exemplary, helping to manage an ageing urban tree population which is much loved by locals and visitors, while planning and planting for its future. www.treetrust.co.uk

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Local News – May 2018

DOG ETIQUETTE IN HERMITAGE PARK clean (poo free) grass without being bothered by dogs.�

DOGGY ZONES: The Park will be split into zones to make the park enjoyable for all

Doggy etiquette will apply when Hermitage Park reopens with zones for on-lead, off-lead and no go areas.

Damage caused by dogs during the refurbishment led the team to propose a community consultation on ‘Hermitage Park Dog Etiquette’ with proposed dog access zones.

Friends of Hermitage Park Chair Fiona Baker explained: �We appreciate Hermitage Park is loved by dog walkers but we need to balance the use of the park so that everyone can enjoy it.

“Accordingly there need to be some no-go areas and other areas where dogs must be on the lead. “We hope everyone will appreciate that the park is for the safe enjoyment of everyone and we will be able to work together to produce a Dog Etiquette that allows dogs and their owners to enjoy the park and ensures the fabric and planting of the park is not damaged and children are able to play and folk can sit on

The landscape works and build of the playground are progressing well at the Park and now the weather is improving construction of the pavilion is starting in earnest. However, the project team advise it is likely large parts of the park will be closed from the end of May to mid-August to allow the new grass to become established and path surfaces to be completed.

The Friends say that even if the Park is largely closed for two months they would prefer it if people and dogs could respect the newly planted grass and prepared planting areas rather than have to close everything off altogether.

There will be a programme of activities for people to get involved in the park over the closed period, which will be detailed in the June Community Advertiser.

All constructive comments are welcome. hermitageparkmanager@argyllbute.gov.uk or Facebook at Helensburgh Hermitage Park.

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May 2018 – Local News

ALERT ON FAKE CALLS Following an incident when a Neighbourhood Watch coordinator received a cold call purporting to be from HM Revenue and Customs, advice is, don’t trust the displayed number.

The caller on a spoof number stated that court proceedings were being taken regarding a Tax Debt and directed the person to press 1 on the phone keypad to speak to the Police for confirmation.

Neighbourhood Watch say that victims are being told they have arrest warrants, legal writs, outstanding debts or unpaid taxes in their name.

It is just one of the scams that Helensburgh and Lomond residents have been subjected to recently. Several have been called by fraudsters claiming to be from Microsoft and others received a telephone call from someone purporting to be a bailiff

enforcing a court judgement, attempting to recover funds for a non-existent debt. The fraudsters state for example that the debt originates from the victim not paying a magazine advertisement subscription.

A Neighbourhood Watch spokesman said: “Telephone numbers and text messages can easily be spoofed. You should never trust the number you see on your telephone display. If you have been a victim please contact Police on 101, Action Fraud or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 if you would prefer to remain anonymous.”

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May 2018 – What's Up Doc?

LIVESTOCK WORRYING What's Up Doc? VIDEO LAUNCH with Dr Nick Dunn If you're going on country walks with your dog over the summer Police Scotland have asked people to bear in mind some important safety advice.

They have released a video showing the distress livestock worrying can cause and says no matter how well trained your dog, if let loose near livestock its natural instincts may kick in.

It is available for viewing and sharing with family, friends, neighbours and colleagues and outlines the distress caused to sheep and consequences of allowing uncontrolled dogs near sheep and other livestock.

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• Be aware of the distress and serious injury a dog can cause sheep. A dog’s natural instinct is to chase.

• Livestock worrying is a crime and will be dealt with by the Police. Farmers also have a legal right to shoot dogs engaged in livestock worrying.

• If you witness or have any information on a sheep or other livestock worrying incident please call Police on 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you prefer to remain anonymous.

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Risks are increased by high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, obesity and high cholesterol.

Fortunately drugs called statins are available which lessen blood vessel narrowing and blockage in the heart and the brain, by lowering cholesterol levels, and dampening inflammation in blood vessels.

There has been some negative publicity surrounding these drugs, and people can be

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Local News – January 2018

RECYCLING ON THE RISE The three weekly refuse collections are paying off says the Council, with the amount of waste going to landfill having fallen by 3% in 2017, compared with the previous year.

In January 2021 a ban will be introduced by the Scottish Government on sending biodegradable waste to landfill.

Officials say that it is therefore vital that we do everything we can to increase our recycling even more by then.

Recently Argyll and Bute Council’s Environment, Development and Infrastructure Committee, members heard how 18,556 tonnes of biodegradable waste went to landfill last year, compared with 20,949 tonnes in 2016 – a drop of 2.5%.

said: “These figures are extremely encouraging and I would like to thank our local communities for getting on board with us and doing their bit for the environment. This isn’t something that we can do alone – we really need people to get on side.

“However, it’s important that we don’t become complacent.

We need to continue our efforts to ensure our recycling rates continue to rise, and our landfill figures continue to decrease.”

Members also heard how 49.4% of waste in Argyll and Bute is now recycled, composted and recovered, compared with 46.5% in 2016.

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KILCREGGAN PLANS DISCUSSED Scores of residents turned up to view ambitious plans to redevelop the centre of Kilcreggan village when they went on show last month reports the Lochside Press website.

The second public consultation meeting was hailed as a success afterwards by Rosneath Peninsula West Community Development Trust.

Erz Consultants put forward initial proposals which include public artwork at two locations, a promenade or boardwalk, traffic calming, a long stay car parking area and a terraced parkland or amphitheatre.

Trust director Charlotte McLean said: “There was a good turnout for the public consultation day. It was really encouraging to see the level of engagement and how much time people were prepared to give to discussing the project.”

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Al-Anon Understanding, strength and hope for anyone whose life is or has been affected by someone else’s drinking. Local meetings available. 24hr helpline: 020 7403 0888

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Help for senior citizens who struggle to maintain their property or would like help with adapting their house for their needs 01389 841 672

Argyll & Bute Women’s Aid A free and confidential service of support and counselling for women and children who have been affected by domestic abuse, rape, sexual assault or child abuse. Tel: 01436 677434

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Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO Info, advice and support for those looking after family members or friends. 29 Lomond St. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. Call Lynn or Christine on 01436 673444

Helensburgh & Lomond Young Carers Info, advice and support for young people aged 5-24 yrs who have a caring responsibility. Call Pam on 01436 670555

Dementia Resource Centre Information, advice and support for anyone who has been affected by dementia. Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday’s from 10am-2pm. 23-25 West Princes Street, Helensburgh. Tel: 01436 678050

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It is generally accepted that a person of twelve years of age or more is of sufficient age and maturity to have such understanding.

There is no automatic presumption that a child under twelve does not have appropriate understanding and therefore a solicitor may accept instructions from a child under that age in circumstances where they are satisfied that the relevant child has the necessary maturity.

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May 2018 – What's On Calendar

Calendar of events Tuesday 1st Helensburgh Rotary Club Royal Northern and Clyde Yacht Club, Rhu 1pm. Weekly Lunch for members and rotarians from other clubs.

Contact Gordon on 01436 677481 or gordonburgess1@hotmail.

co.uk Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute Sling Meet and Library See Facebook for location 9:30-11:30am. The meet offers demonstrations on how to safely use slings and own, owned carriers.

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(runs every Wednesday) Wednesday Afternoon Bridge Club Victoria Halls 1:15pm. Duplicate play but no partners required. Aggregate scoring. New members always welcome. For further information call Les Cox on 01436 674882 or mobile 07899362240

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Thursday 3rd

Thursday Café Bethesda Christian Fellowship

Children’s After-School Art Class The Oak Tree Gallery, 27 E King St, Helensburgh G84 7QQ

2.30-4pm. In addition to an array of teas, coffees and bakes on offer, there is also a play area for toddlers and a craft area for older children.

For more information contact Gordon Weir on 07581570090 or Fiona Weir on 07854262255. www.

4-5.30pm. A fun art class aimed at children aged 8 and over. All materials and snack included. Cost £10. Book via www.karlynsclasses. com

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bethesdachristianfellowship. org.uk. (runs every Thursday) Infant Feeding Support Helensburgh Victoria Halls, Helensburgh

Cove & Kilcreggan Youth Café 6:30-8:30pm. To keep up to date with what's going on see Facebook 'Cove and Kilcreggan Youth Café'

11am-12 noon. We provide tea and coffee and there is a qualified NHS-trained peer that attends each meeting. A chance for breastfeeding mums to get help, support or just a cuppa.

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Friday 4th

The Welcome In Recovery Café Helensburgh Parish Church

Helensburgh & District Royal British Legion Scotland Helensburgh Parish Church Hall

11:30-2:30pm. The café is run by volunteers and is aimed at a range of different people. They may be recovering from drug or alcohol addiction, mental health issues or feel socially isolated. We welcome anyone who wants to come along.

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WelcomeToRecovery/ (runs every Thursday) B.A.S.I.C and Corner House Crèche – Junior Choir Sessions The Tower, Helensburgh 3.30-4.30pm. P2+. £3. All welcome.

01436 679666 or development@ basicchildcare.co.uk (Runs every Thursday evening) Victoria Bridge Club Victoria Halls

7:30pm. For more information contact Irene. 01436 679701.

(runs 1st Friday of every month)

Saturday 5th Children’s Saturday Art Class The Oak Tree Gallery, 27 E King St, Helensburgh G84 7QQ

Plant Sale Victoria Halls, Helensburgh

150th Anniversary Concert St Michael's Church, William St

9:30am. Helensburgh, and Gareloch Horticultural Society are holding their Annual Plant Sale in the Victoria Halls. Large selection of bedding, house and vegetable plants, locally grown herbaceous and shrubs. Tea room, and tombola – J.Caldwell, Convenor. 01436

7:30pm. A concert of popular classics performed by a string trio of Janina and Mark Duncan and Myra Chahin, with Stephen Adams on piano. Music by Corelli, Handel, and Elgar. Entry is free, with an opportunity to make donations to church funds in a retiring collection.

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10:30am. A great way to find out what’s going on locally and to meet new friends. Regular day trips and activities also organised. 01436 671613. alison@argylltsi.org.uk

(runs every Saturday) Saturday Café Bethesda Christian Fellowship 10.30am. Cakes and bakes on offer and a chance to enjoy fellowship.

Gordon Weir, on 07581570090 or Fiona Weir on 07854262255. www.

bethesdachristianfellowship.org. uk (runs 1st Saturday of month) 50s' Themed Gala Kilcreggan Primary School 11am-2pm. Rock 'n' Roll, bouncy castle, face painting, ice cream, BBQ, cakes, rockability, stalls/games, sweets from the 50s' and much more. Fun for all the family. Feel free to dress up in 50s' style.

12pm. Local entries welcome free. £2/person (acc.children free).

Awards and cups presented at 12.30pm. Raffle drawn 3.30pm.

Plant sales. Soup and sandwiches etc. available. 01436 810403 or philiprankin@hotmail.com.

(runs every Saturday) Helensburgh Savoy Musical Theatre Group United Reformed Church hall

1pm. New members always welcome. Partners required but we may be able to match up people if needed. Why not come and give it a go! For further information ring Nina Park on 01436 672099 or Margaret Shaw on 01436 672155

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Monday 7th

Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park to depart at 9.30am Glen Kinglas to aqueduct at the foot of Ben Vorlich. Follow Glen Kinglas to the aqueduct and return by the same route. Terrain: Good undulating track through the glen.

Distance: 18km. We climb 408m to a height of 382m. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs. To join the walk phone 01389 731953 or email mather.joyce@gmail.com

Sunday 6th

Geein’ It Laldy – Ukulele Group Helensburgh Parish Church Halls 2-4pm. If you play the ukulele then why not come along and join us to strum along! A warm welcome awaits. Ged Dunsmore

geeinitlaldy@outlook.com (runs every Monday) Macmillan Drop in Helensburgh Library 1:30-4:30pm. Providing information & support for people affected by cancer. For Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service call 01586 555932 or macmillan@

argyll-bute.gov.uk (runs every Monday)

Christian Aid Concert – Helensburgh Chamber Orchestra Helensburgh Parish Church

Rotary Club of Helensburgh Garelochside Rosslea Hall Hotel

7-8pm. Mozart's Piano Concerto Number 17 in G Major will be performed by Derek Clark with the Helensburgh Chamber Orchestra as part of a concert to raise money for Christian Aid. The other works in the short concert are Benjamin Britten's youthful, entertaining 'Simple Symphony' and a new arrangement for wind instruments

by Colin Suckling of three piano pieces from Tchaikovsky's 'Seasons'.

Helensburgh Chamber Orchestra, Leader Christine Sinclair, Conductor, David Bruce. 01436 676880 or

6:30pm. Always stimulating and friendly! 01436 820352

(runs every Monday) Tai Chi Class Cove Burgh Hall 2-3pm. Professor Cheng Man-ch'ing 37 Step Simplified Yang Style Form.

First class free, donation thereafter.

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(runs every Monday) Bridge Club Victoria Halls

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1-4pm. Intermediate. No partners required. Warm welcome to new members. Phone Kay on 01436 676718 or John on 01436 821851

(runs every Monday until June) Art Class Parish Church Hall 2-4pm. Small art class for beginners.

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Hermitage Park Action Days Meet at War Memorial Gates

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Saturday 12th Cheese & Wine Social Evening Helensburgh URC 7pm. Enjoy a relaxing evening with cheese, wine and music. Tickets £8.

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gmail.com Christian Aid Grand Fayre Helensburgh Parish Church Colquhoun Square 10am-12noon. Usual stalls including Home baking, jewellery, books, plants, traidcraft, toys, and gifts.

All money raised goes to Christian Aid to help tackle the root causes of poverty all over the world, as well as giving immediate aid in situations of disaster. Entry adults £2 children 50p. Entrance includes tea/ coffee. 01436 676880 or

office@helensburghcos.org Market in the Square Colquhoun Square, Helensburgh 10am-4pm. Fresh home baking, seasonal veg, fresh meat and fish and craft stalls.

(runs second Saturday of month) Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park to depart at 9.30am Glen Tarken Loop. A walk through woodland to Glentarken Burn and then along the west side of Glen Tarken. We follow a shooters’ track through heather moorland to the head of the glen before returning to St Fillans via the east side of the glen. Extensive views of Loch Earn and Ben Vorlich. 01389 731953 or email mather.joyce@gmail.com

Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park to depart at 9.00am Glen Finlas Horseshoe. 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. To join the walk phone 01389 731953 or email

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Monday 14th Cardross SWI AGM Cardross Church Halls, Station Road, Cardross 7.30pm. Competitions. A pretty plate. Limerick "Summertime".

More information 01389 841396

Christian Aid Schools Football Tournament Hermitage Academy 6-8:30pm. Inter Primary School P7 Football Tournament organized

by Ardencaple Football Club. All family, friends and the public are invited to support this event.

There will be a tuck shop and a raffle.

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Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival Helensburgh Sailing Club 6pm. This year is going to be our biggest yet! A bigger site, more marquees, more bars, more beer, more gin, more toilets!

Visit our website at www. helensburghalefest.co.uk or find us on Facebook

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Saturday 19th

The Glasgow Phoenix Choir – A Choral Celebration Helensburgh Parish Church 6:45pm. Concert starts 7:30pm.

Spring festival concert for the Rotary Club of Helensburgh Garelochside, with songs from the classics to Scots Songs to Music from the Shows. Tickets £10 from Rotary Members or Parish Church Office or Helensburgh Heroes, 28 Sinclair Street. 07831

501901.

Family Fun Day Gibson Hall Garelochhead 2pm. Family fun day with children's inflatables, games, stalls, bbq, live music and bar. Stalls £10, phone for info, all welcome. For more information call 01436 811234 or

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Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park to depart at 9.30am

Sunday 20th

Arrochar / Ardgartan / Cat Craig Loop. Climb the zig-zag path to the forestry track and walk south west to Ardgartan. Follow the Cat Craig loop and return by the same track.

Terrain: Paths and forest tracks.

Distance: 18km. We climb 550m to a height of 190m. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

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Calendar of events Friday 25th Helensburgh Wine Society RNYC 7.30pm. Our guest speaker this month is Will Smith, proprietor of the fabulous Sugarboat Restaurant, so if you would like to come along contact gckinguk@yahoo.com

Saturday 26th Art Show Ardardan Garden 10am. Sale, demonstrations, supporting Prostate Cancer research UK. Local well-known artist Pamela Randal with a wide range of original paintings, in the marquee at Ardardan estate garden near Cardross. Further information available by calling 01436 675969 or pamelarandal@

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Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park to depart at 9.30am Carrick Castle to Ardentinny and back. An undulating route partly in woodlands with lovely views across Loch Goil and Loch Long.

Terrain: Mainly good paths and forestry tracks which can be muddy.

Distance: 18km. We climb 530m to a height of 120m. 01389 731953 or email mather.joyce@gmail.com

Open Stage Night Gibson Hall Garelochhead 7:30pm. Open Stage Night: drumkit, PA and stage provided, you bring the talent and your own guitar. £2 per head entry, BYOB. 811234 or

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Sunday 27th Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Helensburgh Pool Car Park 9am. Ben More, Crianlarich. 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 or email

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Make a Will Day Following the popularity of their ‘Make a Will Day’ held in May 2017 McArthur Stanton Solicitors are pleased to announce that this service will be available again at their Helensburgh office at 15-17 Colquhoun Street on Saturday 19th May 2018 between 9am and 12noon.

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Sunday@Seven – Music for Friends Helensburgh Parish Church 7-8pm. A programme of chamber music to include Schubert's wonderful "Trout Quintet" and a rare chance to hear Saint-Saens' Septet. 01436 676880 or office@

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Saturday 2nd June James Street Community Gardens – Garden Party James Street Garden Helensburgh 2-4pm. Free event for the Community. Includes tea tent with refreshments and tombolla. Fun activities for the children, including garden games, treasure hunt and Teddy Bears picnic. (bring your teddy and a picnic and we will have drinks, cakes and prizes for everyone who takes part). 01436 679565 or reclyffe_lambert@

yahoo.co.uk Rock By The Loch 3 Villages Hall, Arrochar 7:30pm. The Under Wraps Band return by popular demand to perform their outstanding set of covers from the 1960s' to present day as part of this year's Rock by the Loch programme of live gigs.

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Saturday 2nd June Vale of Leven 10K Moss O'Balloch Balloch 10am. The West Dunbartonshire Leisure 10K is a continuation of the highly popular Polaroid Eyewear Vale of Leven 10K that they successfully organised over the last thirty years. West Dunbartonshire Leisure Trust is proud to be in a position to maintain the legacy of the Vale of Leven 10K Road Race left by Polaroid Eyewear. See www.wdleisure-10k.net for more information

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KEVIN IS FIRST RECIPIENT OF BURSARY

Kevin McAleer, General Manager of Helensburgh Golf Club (centre) pictured with (left) Alastair Higgs of Rain Bird Europe and Bob Williams, Chief Executive of the Golf Club Managers’ Association.

The General Manager of Helensburgh Golf Club is taking his career to new heights after being selected as the first recipient of a professional development bursary.

The bursary is provided by Rain Bird the global leaders in irrigation innovation, design and supply, in partnership with the Golf Club Managers’ Association (GCMA).

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Kevin said: “ I’m delighted to have been given the opportunity to embark upon a course which will not only develop my own skills and knowledge, but will also benefit Helensburgh Golf Club. I would like to thank the HGC Management Committee for their continuing support of my professional development.”

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The Babcock 10k Series starts with the Helensburgh 10k on 10 May, then the Dumbarton 10k on 17 May and concludes with the Shettleston 10k on 27 May.

Building on the success of last year’s first Babcock 10k Series this year’s events look set to be bigger and better than ever.

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At the sharp end, a clutch of past winners and internationals will be competing for nearly £6,000 in cash prizes and Start Fitness vouchers. There will be bonuses for anyone breaking a course or series record. Fionnuala Ross and Wayney Ghebresilassie both of Shettleston currently hold the series records of 34.25 and 30.11 respectively.

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In addition, sponsor’s Start Fitness are providing a range of More Mile running accessories for the goody bags. Helensburgh finishers will receive running socks, Dumbarton shoe bags and Glasgow reflective vests for training after dark.

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Cornerstone provides support throughout Scotland in 18 local authority areas. Our West Dunbartonshire and Argyll & Bute branch supports over 270 children, young people and adults in the area. We currently employ over 200 staff and will be recruiting for the Waterfront over the coming months.

We recruit on values and attitude. You don’t need

experience or qualifications to join our team. We have a Training Academy that offers a wide range of courses and qualifications, as well as a coaching team that will support you on your journey with us. We are therefore looking for motivated team members with the right values and attitude who will deliver exceptional support as part of our local care and support team.

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you. We’ll be holding a recruitment fair in the Commodore Hotel Helensburgh, on Tuesday 5th June 2018, from 10am to 4pm. Everyone is welcome.

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May 2018 – Nightlife

Want a wide range of entertainment to suit your mood and taste?

Look no further than the Community Advertiser’s guide. Whether testing the old grey matter at a quiz, tickling your tonsils at karaoke or hitting the dance floor, we have the list to inspire you.

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The Village Inn Loch Long, Shore Road, 01301 702279 l Contact bar for entertainment details

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Main Rd, 01389 841358 l THU: Quiz Night l SAT: Live Music l Fresh food served daily until 9pm l Live sports on big screen TVs l Available for Private dining

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74 West Princes St, 01436 675900 l Live bands throughout the month l Live sport l Contact for further details

The Argyll Bar

67 East Clyde St, 01436 673847 l MON: Quiz Night l WED: Poker Night l THU: Bingo Night l FRI: Karaoke l SAT: Djs l Live Sky Sports & BT Sports l Live Music

Clyde Bar

62 West Clyde St, 01436 673257 l TUE: Poker Night l FRI & SAT: DJ from 11pm-2am l Lookout for live bands & Open Mic Nights

Unless otherwise stated, all entertainment runs 9pm – 12 midnight.

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Princes Terrace, Shore Road, 01436 842700 l Live Bands Throughout the Month

The Kilcreggan Hotel

Argyll Rd, 01436 842243 l Contact for entertainment details

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19/29 James St, 01436 863060 l Contact for entertainment details

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41 West Clyde St, 01436 674252 l WED: Prize Quiz Night with Adam lTHU: Steak Night l FRI & SAT: Live DJs playing requests l Food served daily, 12-9pm

Luss, 01436 860430 l FRI 4: On the Wagon l SAT 5: Robert Carmichael l FRI 11: Scott MacDonald l SAT 12: On The Wagon l FRI 18: Paul Murdoch l SAT 19: Joe Quinn l FRI 25: Jenny Biddle l SAT 26: Robert Carmichael

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26 West Princes Street, 01436 676730 l Contact for entertainment details

The Riverbank Bar & Restaurant

8 West Clyde St, 01436 675033 l THU: Bingo Night l FRI: Karaoke l SAT: Disco l Glasgow Warriors Games Live l Free Music All Day l All Live Premiership & SPL Games l Sky Sports & BT Sports

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24 East Princes St, 01436 673273 l Live Sky Sports and ESPN l Pool & Darts Competitions l Contact for entertainment details

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STILL GAME?: Walking Football offers a multitude of health benefits

Walking Football received national fame recently when Jack and Victor and the Still Game gang formed a team prompting the usual mayhem – and some very ungentlemanly behaviour.

However when Helensburgh Football Club launches walking football sessions it is a fair bet that the games will be a little more civilised (writes Nick Cowie).

In real life of course it has very specific rules that outlaw all running and allows either no contact or only minimal physical contact between players, with players briskly walking through matches.

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This allows people who have loved the sport all their lives to once again safely get back to playing and also introduces the sport to people who perhaps have never considered playing before.

A national newspaper feature recently reported that the deceptively challenging sport hasn’t just captured the imagination of men who’d long ago hung up their boots.

Paul Smith, who runs sessions in

the Scottish borders village of Newcastleton told the Telegraph: “We have guys playing who’d never kicked a ball before, we have men in their 50s and 60s playing now for the first time, others who live alone and would struggle to leave the house before.”

Sports experts say that walking football offers a multitude of health benefits to older people such as reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke while improving blood pressure. Positive changes in postural balance, blood pressure and resting heart rate, lowered cholesterol, improved blood sugar levels, bone density and improving reactions.

Studies have shown it can produce high aerobic activity with marked improvements in fat oxidation and aerobic power.

But perhaps most important, benefits are felt whilst having fun, which makes people far more likely to exercise than perhaps having to just ‘exercise regularly.’ walkingfootball@ helensburghfootballclub.co.uk

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village. The route then heads through the beautiful grounds of Balloch Castle Country Park and along the banks of the River Leven. A shorter family fun run is open to all.

There is a chance to win one of a number of prizes and every competitor will receive a goodie bag that includes a technical running t-shirt, high quality bespoke race medal, water, Registration is stil open for the upcoming West Dunbertonshire Trust snacks, special gifts and discount Vale of Leven 10k which takes place on vouchers for local attractions.

June 2nd, deadline May 14th The race, which raises money for the Children’s Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS), could not go Local runners of all levels and aspirations are ahead without the support of sponsors, including Title Sponsor, being encouraged to sign up to participate in a Chivas Brothers, and Gold popular local race and fun run.

Sponsor, CPR Resurfacing Ltd. Jennie Norrish, Global proud to be delivering the WD The Vale of Leven 10k – and Communications Director for Leisure Vale of Leven 10k for a family fun run – takes place Chivas Brothers, said: “We’re second time after the success of on June 2 and it will be hosted proud to sponsor the Vale of our first year of managing the for the second year by West Leven 10K. It is a great local event race in 2017. We are looking Dunbartonshire Leisure Trust in the heart of a community forward to welcoming all the (WDLT). where so many of our employees participants to the race and we For the previous three decades are sure it will be another fun and live and work.” the race was part of the Polaroid To enter see www.wdleisure-10k. exciting day for all involved.”

10k Road Race Series. net. To receive the race pack by John Anderson, general manager The 10k starts in the Moss o’ post please enter online by 1pm Balloch in the centre of the of WDLT, said: “We are very on May 14.

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