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Join JiMMie At weirfest Organised as a major family fun day the festival will feature all the best ingredients of a summer gala day out, with everything from outdoor craft demonstrations to cookery demonstrations – not to mention a host of popular music acts.

These will include veteran folkie Jimmie MacGregor, the Loch Lomond Ukulele Orchestra and Alastair MacDonald, among others.

WEIR'S WAy: If you remember the wonderful Tom Weir from Weir's Way then you're not alone.

June 18 is the date for the second annual Weirfest gathering, which will also include the Red Toorie Hat Festival – and it could easily attract thousands of Tom Weir fans.

Tom Weir’s statue in Balmaha Bay seems to be a big enough attraction on its own, and it will a much-photographed reminder

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There will be plenty of quality food to enjoy, in the course of a day which will put the area’s unrivalled natural environment centre stage.

There will be outdoor displays, a Toorie Hat treasure hunt and all sorts of other entertainment – and if you don’t already own an iconic red toorie bunnet now is the ideal chance to acquire one, as these will be on sale too.

And as well as free parking there’s a regular waterbus service on hand to ferry people over from Luss.

Apart from acting as a focus for the enormous reservoir of

enthusiasm for Weir and what he stood for the special day has a strictly practical purpose, which is to raise funds for the Tom Weir memorial site – already one of the area’s top visitor attractions.

A couple of months ago a mountain garden in honour of the famous broadcaster and his widow Rhona was opened on a perfect spot overlooking Balmaha Bay, a project which involved an outlay of £130,000.

It includes a variety of typical mountain plants, as well as stones and rocks collected nearby, and encapsulates in one imaginative natural feature the hallmarks of everything Tom, as author and environmentalist, held most dear.

It also acts as an excellent introduction to anyone who wants to see at a glance how important the flora and fauna really is – particularly youngsters discovering the countryside just miles from their urban homes.

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The first phase of the Mitchell Way redevelopment plans will see demolition squads clearing the site for much of the summer, causing some minor inconvenience for people used to parking their cars without problems.

But the local shops are staying open, and it’s reckoned the end result will be worth the trouble.

It will bring fresh retail life to the area with a new Lidl store, a homes development and

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During the demolition period, the car park behind the current shops will remain open, although there may be temporary changes to how vehicles enter and leave the car park.

The Lidl store will also have a car park with 145 spaces, which is to be created in the area of land being cleared by the demolition work.

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In recognition of the additional travel costs that some of the community groups are faced with due to their temporary moves to alternative accommodation a £4,000 fund has also been set aside to support this.

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PiPiNG hot sUMMer FUN We’re now just a few weeks away from a summertime main attraction that could easily attract more than 25,000 people.

The Scottish Pipe Band Championships 2016 will provide a whole day of top entertainment at Dumbarton’s Levengrove Park, which will be the gathering place for an astonishing line-up of more than 120 different bands – some of them world class acts.

It’s not just a day for serious piping enthusiasts, as the entertainment includes a host of attractive stalls selling everything from quality sweets to jewellery, toys and souvenirs.

But for participants it’s a main focus for months of hard work and practice, with prestigious titles to be won.

PIPING: One of the many competitors who will be competing in the Scottish Pipeband Championships

To be staged on July 30, the championships are a demanding test of skill for local and visiting pipe bands, who are only too well aware they’re under the eye of the judges in the battle for one of the most prestigious titles in the piping calendar.

This has always been a popular event, rain or shine, but the area’s

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Easy to reach from Glasgow and other nearby conurbations by train, it has all the makings of a classic family day out, and with the advantage that entry for spectators is completely free.

Last year over 200 children enjoyed the free activities provided in the WD Leisure Sports Zone, where they had the chance to test their football skills, take on athletics challenges, and try out the Clubgolf area.

The Highland dancing competitions also proved popular with a number of local performers winning the prizes.

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Besides the park itself the area which because of its proximity to That, at any rate, is the view of also plays host to a key section major conurbations has faced all the prestigious international of the West Highland Way and the challenges familiar to park magazine National Geographic also a stretch of the John Muir authorities in trying to balance Traveller, which has just tipped conservation with the demands of Way, and has no less than 57 Loch Lomond and the Trossachs massive – and growing - numbers designated special National Park as the greatest conservation sites. of tourists. in Britain.

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BUildiNG the teaM sPirit season with some very good results and a mid table position in the league.

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The best outdoor events of the summer are still to come, with Highland Games spectaculars taking place in Luss and Balloch.

The Luss Highland Games (Saturday, July 2) have been on the go since the 1870’s, with a few years’ intermission during each of the two world wars.

It’s probably the biggest day of the year in Luss, and besides offering all the traditional tests of skill you find at Games events it’s a celebration of Clan Colquhoun, which supplies the Chieftain for the occasion.

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background to this very longestablished local event at www. lusshighlandgames.co.uk/aboutthe-games Then the action moves to Balloch a fortnight later for the Loch Lomond Highland Games, easily one of the main fixtures of its type in Scotland – and guaranteed to attract thousands at the height of the holiday season.

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ambitious beginnings back in the 60’s the Games have grown in strength and popularity year on year, and are now arguably “the” must-see local event of the summer.

To be staged on Saturday, July 16, the event is one of three across Scotland hosting the Scottish Highland Games Association World Heavyweight Championship and the 80 metre Scottish Sprint Championship.

Based in Moss O’Balloch Park it also has the distinction of being the only Games to host a triathlon event – which naturally includes a swimming stint in Loch Lomond, now emerging as a world class outdoor events destination.

They are the only Scottish Games to host a Triathlon, and there’s also piping, athletics, wrestling, cycling, dancing and very much more besides – you can find full details of the programme at www.llhgb.com Then next day, if you’ve any energy left, there’s the Rosneath Peninsula Highland Gathering at Howie Park in Rosneath – full details at: www.rosneathgames.co.uk

Friday 3rd Riverside youth Group Riverside Hall, Dumbarton 7:30pm, A new Youth Group for Dumbarton P6 & P7s Activities include: • Listening to Music • Team Games including “The Parachute” • Table Tennis • Badminton • Air Hockey • Table Football development@riverside-westkirk. org.uk

Saturday 11th Cardross Quiz & Games Night Cardross Golf Club 7pm, Cardross Tennis Club hosts quiz plus adult games for prizes and a raffle. £4 p/p and all welcome!

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The importance of Dumbarton Rock through the turbulent history of Scotland will be made plain in a special two-day event this month.

More than 100 performers will stage an epic romp through the fascinating stories of the Romans, the Vikings, the Stuarts and many others in a grand history pageant which also includes a chance to find how swords and bows were made back in the days when weapons were as common – and as necessary - as umbrellas are today.

The colourful narrative continues through the First World War into living memory, showing how Scotland developed through the sweeping changes that came with the cataclysmic events of the 20th century.

On a less warlike note there will also be a chance to learn how fashions evolved over the years – and to find out how Dumbarton’s iconic Rock and its castle has been maintained.

Run by Historic Scotland, “The Rock of Ages” event is run to the same high standard as other mainstream summer events at key heritage locations including Edinburgh, Stirling and Linlithgow.

The event runs from noon to 4pm on the weekend of June 4 and 5, and you can find booking at www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/events

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The Built Heritage Repair Grant includes all listed buildings and traditional buildings in the National Park, and organizers say projects that will restore the built heritage in public places in the heart of communities will be “particularly welcome”.

Overseeing the grant scheme is Susan McGowan, Built Environment Adviser at Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, who said: “Last year’s successful scheme saw 11 projects completed with grants awarded to help repair traditional buildings in Stronachlachar, Gartmore, Strathyre, Milton of Buchanan, Luss, Callander, Aberfoyle and Drymen.

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New drive on dementia providing an opportunity for everyone in the community to become involved with Alzheimer Scotland’s dementia friendly community project.

It’s a chance to learn about the therapeutic benefits of gardening for people with dementia and their carers.

Alzheimer’s disease is the main form of dementia, while the second most common is vascular dementia. – and as yet there is unfortunately no cure.

Alzheimer Scotland has been challenging Dumbarton people to get involved with a campaign designed to end stigma and isolation.

The charity was this month preparing for the last week of special local events in its Challenge Dementia campaign, which has seen eye-catching events staged locally and right across Scotland.

A spokeswoman told Community Advertiser: “Dementia is our biggest health and social care challenge. In Scotland there are 90,000 people living with dementia and the number is rising. Around 76% of Scots know

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It’s likely the long-established organisation will feature more photographs in the reprised work, which could be available in time for the classic traditional St Andrew’s and Burns events in November and January.

Meanwhile fundraising for local causes remains important, with CHAS, The Robert Burns Memorial Homes and Erskine Hospital each receiving £500 this year, while £50 will also be giving to Epilepsy Scotland and £100 to the Jean Armour Trust for the use of its care home residents.

Legal Matters with Gill Bowman BA LLB This month:

Consuming Alcohol in Public

The recent spell of sunny weather has given us all high hopes for a great summer full of impromptu barbeques at the beach and picnics in the park. This idea generally goes hand in hand with an ice cold beer or a glass of something sparkling.

Although this sounds extremely civilised, unfortunately, often people drinking alcohol in public areas can become anti-social and cause a nuisance to others. In order to tackle this problem and reduce alcohol related incidents of disorder, all local authorities in Scotland now have alcohol byelaws in place. There is no blanket

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Calendar of events Saturday 28th May Drymen Show 8am, A fun-filled day for all the family. Including, fun fair, craft tent, pig racing, live bands, show jumping competitions plus pets' corner, bake off, school & light horse, junior football, rabbits, horses, sheep, cattle and vintage tractors. www.drymenshow.com

Sunday 29th May Breast Way Round - Bikers Finish Line Loch Lomond Shores 10am, Ever seen a giant group of bikers? Ever seen them focussed on fundraising for this great charity. Support them reaching the end of the fundraising bike-athon. www.lochlomondshores.com

Monday 30th May Drakes of Hazard Dog & Duck Show Loch Lomond Shores 12pm, 1:30pm & 3pm, Sheepdog and duck display team will be here with their enthralling crowdpleasing performances. www.lochlomondshores.com

The Tower - June Listings Sinclair Street, Helensburgh Alice - The Looking Glass (From Wed 1st - Thur 9th & Fri 17th) / Eddie the Eagle (Wed 1st) / Angry Birds (Wed 1st, Thu 2nd, Sat 4th, Sun 5th, Wed 15th) / Son of Saul (Wed 1st, Thu 2nd, Mon 6th) / Eye in the Sky (Thu 2nd, Sun 12th, Mon 20th) / Zootropolis (Fri 3rd, Sat 11th, Sun 19th) / Sing Street (Run Fri 3rd - Thu 9th) / The Jungle Book (Every Sat) / Alzheimers Variety (Sat 4th) / Hamish (Sat 4th) / Romeo & Juliet (Tue 7th) / Hamlet (Wed 8th) / Berline Philharmonic (Thu 9th) / X-Men: Apocalypse (Run Fri 10th Thu 16th) / Money Monster (Runs Fri 10 - Thu 16th) / Queen Concert (Fri 10th) / Me Before You (Fri 17th - Wed 22nd) / The Nice Guys (Run Fri 17th - Fri 24th & Thu 30th) / Florence Foster Jenkins (Sat 18th & Sun 26th) / Love & Friendship (Sun 19th - Thu 23rd) / Me Before You (Sat 18th - Fri 24th) / Robinson Crusoe (Sun 26th, Tue 28 - Thu 30th) / Secret Life of Pets (Fri 24th - Thur 30th). For more information or to book please visit thetoweronline.com

West Dunbartonshire Leisure Community Sports Programme Ready, Steady, Kick (1.5-3yrs)

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Player Development (9-14yrs)

FRI (10-11am): Alexandria Community Centre

MON (4-5pm): Brucehill Activity Centre / WED (3:30-4:30pm) & FRI (11am-12pm): Alexandria CC / FRI (3:30-4:30pm): Dalmuir CC / SAT (1011am): Our Lady & St Patrick's SAT (10-11am): Dumbarton Academy / SAT (9-10am): Playdrome / SUN (10:30-11:30am): Antonine Sports Centre

Ready, Steady, Go! (3-4yrs) MON (4-5pm) & TUE (1:30-2:30pm): Alexandria Community Centre

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TUE (1.5-3yrs: 10:30-11:10am & 3-5yrs: 11:15am-12pm): Meadow Centre / WED (3-5yrs: 1:30-2:15pm): Playdrome / THU: (1.5-3yrs: 1-1:40pm & 3-5yrs: 1:45-2:30pm): Alexandria CC / THU: Meadow Centre: (3-5yrs: 5-5:45pm) / FRI: Meadow Centre: (1.5-3yrs: 12:30-1:10pm & 3-5yrs: 1:15-2pm)

Athletics – Run, Jump & Throw (5-11yrs) MON (6-7pm): Vale of Leven / WED (6-7pm): Playdrome / THU (6-7pm): Meadow Sports Centre

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Wednesday 1st Mister Maker Loch Lomond Sea Life Centre, Balloch 10am-5pm, Learn how to create your favourite sea creatures in our interactive craft zone. For more info please visit www.visitsealife.com/loch-lomond (Running until Sunday June 15th) Walk in the Park Balloch Tourist Information Centre 10:20am, Friendly walks around Balloch lasting 45 minutes to an hour. Weekly. For more details please email cathy.scott@lochlomond-trossachs.org.uk iPad Class Longcrags Community Centre 6:30-8pm, Fun, friendly class and learn how to make the most of your iPad. mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk (Runs Weekly) Drop-in Internet Cafe Longcrags Community Centre 10am-12pm, & 1:30-3:30pm Use a modern computer with fast wi-fi connection, Free. mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk (Runs Weekly)

Thursday 2nd Knit ’n’ Coffee Club Longcrags Community Centre 1-3pm, For absolute beginners to Morag-level!! Facebook Weekly

Friday 3rd Brooklyn Concord Community Cinema 7:30pm, 2015 surprise hit, the emotional tale from Irish author Colm Toibin. concordcommunitycinema@hotmail.com

West Dunbartonshire Community Music Project Ben View Resources Centre, Bonhill Road, Dumbarton 7:30-10pm, With a tutor who will show you how to read music and tutor in wind instruments.

Weekly. Jim 01389 606552

Saturday 4th Dumbarton to Falkirk Wheel and Back Cycle Dumbarton East Park 7am, 70 miles, all welcome, any bike and refreshments on the way. Facebook search the event.

Rock of Ages Dumbarton Castle 12pm, On this epic discovery you will watch over 100 performers bringing history to life. Visit the blacksmith’s forge and discover how blades and bows were made.

See how fashions evolved and learn how this magnificent castle has been maintained over the years. From Romans and Vikings to WW1 & 2 discover the changes each era brought Scotland.

(Also on Sun 5) Dragon Boat Race with LEAP Sports Balloch Castle Country Park 9am, Join an LGBTI sports team as we enter a dragon boat race.

You don't need to have any skill or experience - some training is provided. The event is raising money for the Bobath Cerebral Palsy Centre. Contact info@leapsports.org to sign up.

Balloch Run n Park Balloch Park Gates, Balloch Road 9:30am, Stay in shape and meet new people. lomond-trossachs.org Car Boot Sale Lomond Shores Overspill Car park 10am-1:30pm, Boots £10 each. Call 01436 671699

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Saturday 4th Strawberry Tea Lennox Evangelical Church, Risk Street, Dumbarton 2pm, It’s an afternoon with tea/coffee variety of cakes and scones with strawberries and cream. With entertainment from a choir and signs group. All welcome. cadumbarton@yahoo.co.uk

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Calendar of events Saturday 4th Levenvale Older People’s Welfare Levenvale Primary School 10am-12pm, The AGM of the association will take place, all members are welcome. christinemacphail@blueyonder.co.uk

Schools out Fun & Open Day Studio 2, Eastfield Crescent, Dumbarton 2-4pm, After school care open day and fun day for Alexandria and Dumbarton schools out clubs.

Register on the day and book your child's place as well as fun for all. info@studio2schoolsout.co.uk

Vale of Leven Armed Services Veterans’ Car Boot Sale Loch Lomond Shores 9:30am, A car boot sale to raise money for the Vale of Leven Armed Services Veterans. www.lochlomondshores.com

Bellsmyre Schools Out Club Bellsmyre Schools 10am, Fun Day in Bellsmyre schools out club, tea room, hot dogs, bouncy castle, sumo wrestling, pony rides, tombola, raffle, stocks, hook a duck, fire engine, face painting and much more. bellmyresoc@hotmail.co.uk

Open Farm Ardardan Estate 11am-4pm, A chance to meet our animals and learn a bit more about farming. It is also the launch day for our Tractor and Trailer rides! For more details please call 01389 849 188 Vale of Leven 10k Lomond Shores 10am, Part of the Polaroid 10k Series. Sign up or come cheer the runners on. For more details please visit www.polaroid-10k.co.uk

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Kelpie Handmade Craft Sale Loch Lomond Shores 10am, Scottish artisan David Belton of Kelpie Handmade Gifts will be selling his beautiful products. www.lochlomondshores.com (Every weekend throughout June)

Sunday 5th

Tuesday 7th

Farmers' Market Loch Lomond Shores 10am, On the first and third Sunday of every month. www.lochlomondshores.com NTS Scotland’s Gardens Open Day Geilston Gardens NTS, Cardross 1pm, Plant stall, teas, live music and duck race. agaw@nts.org.uk

Monday 6th Mousemates Computer Club Longcrags Community Centre 1:30-3:30pm, Computer club for the 50s +, weekly. 01389 767115 or mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Bellsmyre Development Trust – Regular Events The Cutty Sark Centre, 58 Howatshaws Rd, Dumbarton MON: Little Rascals (1:30-2:30pm), Monthly Book Club (6:30-7:30pm - last Monday of month), Metafit (6:30-7pm), Pilates (7:30-8:30pm) / TUE: Myre Munchkins (3:304:30pm) / The Cutty Kids (6-8pm) / WED: Little Rascals (9:3011:30am) / Zumba (7-8pm) / THU: Myre Munchkins (3:30-4pm), Myre Girls Group (6-8:30pm) / FRI: Senior Citizens Bingo Mornings (10:30am-12pm)

Langcraigs Hillwalking Club Tuesday: 7pm at Gilmour Street car park, Alexandria. For weekend walks Gilmour St car park (8am) TUE 7: River walk, Glasgow Science Centre / SAT 11: Kippen Circular / TUE 14: Glen Luss / TUE 21: Conic Hill / SUN 26: Stob a'Choire Meadhoin and Stob Coire Easain / TUE 28: The Crags.

For further information contact Phil Gaunt 01389 763662 or e-mail langcraigshillwalkingclub@yahoo.co.uk Android Tablet Class Longcrags Community Centre 1:30-3:30pm, Join our popular informal class. 01389 767115 mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk (Runs Weekly) Tuesday Lunches Riverside Church 12pm, Meet friends and enjoy home-made soup and filled rolls, Weekly. www.dumbartonriverside.org.uk Crochet Club Longcrags Community Centre 7-8:30pm, join our friendly class for all skill levels and all ages. All welcome. mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk (Runs Weekly) Ladies Badminton Riverside Church 9:30-11:30am, Every Tuesday and Thursday morning, all welcome. Jacqueline on 07757944749.

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Wednesday 8th A Wee Look Back 25 Concord Community Cinema 1:30pm, Archive film show featuring film of West Dunbartonshire area and further afield. concordcommunitycinema@hotmail.com

Thursday 9th Writers Alexandria Library 6pm, Writers are invited to meet and share their work, weekly.

07922 833 472 (Laura)

Dumbarton Acoustic Music Night St Augustine’s Church, High St, Dumbarton 7:30pm, Katee Kross, Acoustic Edge, Salud along with many other performers on the night. All monies raised on the night will be donated to a local charity. BYOB and glass and enjoy a wonderful night of varied music. 07787 310 391 or find us on Facebook

Thursday 16th Messy Rascals The Cutty Sark Centre 10:15am, Play Sessions for 0-4yrs.

Booking required. allisondonnelly@bellsmyretrust.org.uk

Silverton & Overtoun Community Council Meeting Crosslet Centre, Crosslet Road, Dumbarton 7:30pm, All welcome. Bring your local concerns, especially planning matters, for discussion and advice. rose@kosmoid.fsnet.co.uk

Friday 17th The Way We Were Concord Community Cinema 7:30pm, Barbra Streisand & Robert Redford star. concordcommunitycinema@hotmail.com

Saturday 11th Live Wrestling Meadow Centre, Meadow Road 7pm, PBW brings you an action packed night of family-friendly pro-wrestling. Featuring some of the stars from ICW. pbwwrestling.com

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Murray the Magician Magic & Illusion Loch Lomond Shores 12-3pm, Delightful free magic shows. www.lochlomondshores.com (Also on Sun 25th)

Astronomy Club Longcrags Community Centre 7-8:30pm, Friendly, dynamic club is open to all ages. 01389 767115 or mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk

Artton Cartoon & Caricaturist Loch Lomond Shores 12-4pm, Artist, Neil G. Smith, will be in the Mall to sketch and draw visitors. www.lochlomondshores.com

Texan Rock Country Western Club Masonic Hall, Church Street, Dumbarton 7:30pm, Music from Buzzard Creek. Bingo, raffle, open the box and fast draw. Accompanied children welcome. thecarolinewalls@hotmail.com

National Pool Lifeguard Course Meadow Sports Centre 9am, (Vale of Leven Swimming Pool 01389 756931 / Meadow Sports Centre 01389 754094 / Play Drome 0141 951 4321). www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk (Runs 12th, 18th, 19th, 25th & 26th)

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Teddy Bears’ Picnic Geilston Gardens NTS, Cardross 1pm, Bring your favourite bear and a picnic, and have fun on a Bear Hunt! New play area and garden games. agaw@nts.org.uk

Weirfest 2 Tom Weir’s Rest, Balmaha 11am, A family fun celebration of the great outdoors beside the iconic Tom Weir statue, including live music, food stalls and competitions for all ages. info@lochlomondtrossachs.org.uk (Further info on page 3)

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June 2016 | What's On Calendar Summer Wild Food Foraging RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond 2-4:30pm, Let's go and search for some natural delights and try one or two tasty treats for ourselves.

Booking essential. loch.lomond@rspb.org.uk or 01389 830670

Calendar of events Saturday 18th Dumbarton Drives Artizan Shopping Centre 11am, Pop along to Artizan Centre for a fun day of Formula One racing! Have a go on our fullsize Scaletrix set and win small prizes. www.artizanshopping.co.uk

Wednesday 22nd Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Concord Community Cinema 1:30pm, Hollywood classic starring Marilyn Monroe. concordcommunitycinema@hotmail.com

Thursday 23rd Take Better Photographs Balmaha 10am, Workshop with professional photographer Paul Saunder, suitable for all levels.

Contact for booking information. www.lovelochlomond.com

Friday 24th Sunday 19th Helensburgh Pipe band Championships Hermitage Park, Helensburgh Highland Dancing starting at 9am. The Opening Parade will leave from the Town Clock at 12 noon and march up Sinclair Street to Hermitage Park for the Official Opening at 12:15pm. campbell.crockett@live.co.uk

Bellsmyre Digital Photography Club Longcrags Community Centre 7pm, Topic is ‘Spring’, so get snapping! Lots of fun for all ages.

New members welcome. Call 01389 767115, Facebook & mike. maloney@wwmail.co.uk Once Upon a Prom The Cutty Sark Centre 7pm, Join us for our first ever prom, complete with prom king and queen! £5 for kids 8yrs+. allisondonnelly@bellsmyretrust.org.uk

JUNE’S LIVE ENTERTAINMENT @ The Drymen Inn

FRI 3: Paul Murdoch (acoustic singer): 9-12pm SAT 4: Aftershock (rock band): 9-12pm FRI 10: Tommy (acoustic singer): 9-12pm FRI 17: The Scunnered Band (rock band): 9-12pm SAT 25: Karaoke - 9-12pm SUNDAYS: Robert Carmichael (acoustic singer) 5-9pm MONDAYS: Jam Sessions / Open Mic - Every second Monday: 8-11pm WEDNESDAYS: Quiz: 9pm LAST THURSDAY OF MONTH: Folk Night: 8-11pm

Saturday 25th Barnardos Big Toddle Loch Lomond Shores 12pm, Join the UK’s biggest and best charity event for under 5s.

Every year thousands of children take part in sponsored walks to help the UK’s most vulnerable children. 2016’s Toddle is animalthemed. www.bigtoddle.co.uk Loch Lomond Shores Artisan Crafts Market Loch Lomond Shores 10am, Browse and buy artisan crafts from embroidery and woodwork to paper crafts, pottery and gifts at Loch Lomond Shores! www.lochlomondshores.com (Also on Sunday 26th)

Sunday 26th Annual Vintage Tractor Rally Ardardan Estate 11am–3pm, A chance to see some brilliantly restored tractors and speak to their owners.

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Walk for Whales Sealife Centre 11am, Join us and take part in our five-mile family-friendly sponsored walk to help protect these wonderful creatures. www.walkforwhales.org

Monday 27th Last Monday Group Dumbarton Riverside Parish Church 7:30pm, In the lounge, topical discussion each month. For more details visit www.dumbartonriverside.org.uk

Saturday 2nd July Luss Highland Games Luss Games Field 10:45am, fun-filled day with a variety of events such as Highland Dancing, Children’s Heavy events, Local piping competitions, 5-man tug 'o' war, storm competition & wrestling. www.lusshighlandgames.co.uk

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Tee-time for boys golf and Friday July 21 and 22 at Clydebank and District Golf Club.

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You can get an armed forces veterans badge if you’ve served in any of the UK armed forces and the great news is that there’s no fee.

You can apply if you were in the Army, Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Royal Air Force volunteer or regular reserves.

Send the form by post, fax or email to the Ministry of Defence (MOD) Medal Office - the address is on the form.

You can also apply using the freephone helpline.

MOD Medal Office is on dbs-modmovetsbadge@mod. uk Freephone (UK only): 0808 1914 218

If you’re applying on behalf of someone who’s died you can only apply on behalf of a veteran who’s died if you get either a War Widow’s or Widower’s Pension or compensation under the Survivor's Guaranteed Income Payment (SGIP) All you need to do is download and fill in the application for an armed forces veteran's badge on the web site. You’ll need to give as much information as possible, such as: type of service, service number, period of service etc.

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After you’ve applied you’ll usually get your veteran's badge within 6 to 8 weeks of sending the application form. You can also apply for a replacement badge if you’ve lost one.

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Cod

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Scallops

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Haggis Bites

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2 Standard Haddock or Cod with Chips*

Mixed Bites

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King Prawn x 5

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Whitebait

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Breast of Chicken Goujons

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Haggis ‘n’ Chips £3.00

Duo of Smoked & Fresh Haddock

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£7.00

Lorne Sausage x 2

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Blackpudding ‘n’ Chips £3.00

Chips

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Large Chips

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PUBLISHED BY: Community Advertiser Ltd 24-28 James Street, Helensburgh, G84 8UH T: 01389 717 035 E: editor@communityadvertiser.co.uk

THE TEAM AT COMMUNITY ADVERTISER ARE: Stuart Mainland (Editor/Publisher), Iain McEwan (Publisher), Stephen Flanagan (Head of Design & Production), Debbie Mainland (Head of Sales), Stuart Scott (Graphic Designer), Stuart 'Rupert' Brodie (Design & Production), Leigh Gaynor (Sales), Susan Salmon (Sales), Roy Smith (Journalist) Mandy Hughes (Accounts), Aileen Dorrian (proofreader), Vicki Robinson (Accounts) and the best delivery team in the area.

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It is hereby agreed that: the placing by the Advertising Client of an Advertisement is deemed to be acceptance of these Conditions of Acceptance of Advertising. All advertisements in this publication must not contravene the Standards. Insertion of Advertisements and/or Editorial is strictly at the discretion of the Publisher. The Publisher shall not liable for any loss or damage incurred by the Advertising Client as a result of any failure, negligence or omission by any party in the course of the distribution or circulation of the Publication in which the Advertisement is scheduled to appear.

In the event of any error, misprint or omission by the Publisher in printing of an Advertisement, the Publisher will either re-insert the advertisement, adjust the cost or provide a refund. This does not apply if the Advertisement has been already been approved by the Advertising Client prior to the publication. The total liability of the Publisher for such an occurrence shall not exceed the amount of a full refund for that particular Advertisement.

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The opinions of the Contributors to this Publication are not necessarily the Official views of the Publisher.

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A LE X A N D RI A Dempsey’s Bar 1 Hillview Place, 01389 757988 l THU: Poker Night (8pm) l FRI: Bingo Night (8pm)

The Fox 119 Bridge St, 01389 750746 l Live Sports l Beer Garden

The Fountain Tavern 9 Bank St, 01389 604929 l Friendly local, “the local’s local�

The Old Vale Bar 304 Main St, 01389 753769 l Quaint family run business

Station Bar 140 Bank St, 01389 752504 l Pool table, jukebox, sports TV screen

B A LLOCH Balloch House Vintage Inn

The Doghouse Bar

The Clachan

54 Balloch Rd, 01389 607300 l Thu: Quiz l Live Music throughout the month l Karaoke l Live Sport

Main Street, 01360 660824 l 11am-Midnight l SAT: Live Music

Lomond Park Hotel

The Drymen Inn 5 Stirling Road, Drymen, 01360 660123 l Fri 3: Paul Murdoch (9-12pm)

Balloch Rd, 01389 752494

l Sat 4: Aftershock (9-12pm)

l Fri: Karaoke l Live Football and Rugby, BBC, Sky Sports,

l Fri 17: The Scunnered Band (9-12pm)

BT & ESPN

l Fri 10: Tommy (9-12pm) l Sat 25: Karaoke (9-12pm)

Tullie Inn

l Sun: Robert Carmichael (5-9pm)

Fisherwood Rd, 01389 752052 l WED: Quiz Night l SAT: DJ l Live sports

l Every second Mon:

BONHILL

Drymen Pottery

Jam Session (8-11pm) l Wed: Quiz Night l Thu 30: Folk Night (8-11pm)

Main Street, 01360 660458 l SAT: Live Bands

The Riverside Inn 480 Main St, 01389 754543 l Live Sport l Live Music

The Winnock The Square, 01360 660245 l Variety themed nights      Â

Balloch Rd, 01389 752579 l Contact bar for entertainment details

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Club Desire

Main St, 01360 660358

The Abbotsford Hotel

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Stirling Road, 01389 733304 l Available for functions l Contact bar for entertainment details

The Buchanan Arms

The Burgh Bar

Balloch Rd, 01389 729002 l Contact for entertainment details

Corries Restaurant Balloch Road, 01389 753 552 l MON: Folk Club l THU: Music with Angus

The Wayfarers

Main Street, 01360 660 588 l Chic atmosphere for wining and dining

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Nightlife | JUNE 2016 Cheers

The Waverley Bar

1 Brewery Lane, 01389 742333 l Fri & SAt: DJ Clubnights

30 West Bridgend, Dumbarton l Wide range of music played l Live football & rugby l Beer Garden, Karaoke & Jukebox

The Clipper 3 High St, 01389 731981 l All major sport shown l Jukebox

l Contact bar for entertainment details

The Counting House 17 High St, 01389 765457 l Fri & SAT: DJ l Beer Garden l Football and Rugby shown, BT, SKY & ESPN

l Contact bar for entertainment details

The Dumbuck House Hotel Glasgow Road, 01389 734 336 l Available for weddings & Functions l Contact bar for entertainment details

l Contact bar for entertainment details

The Stonefield Dumbarton Rd, 01389 767940 l Monthly pool competitions and quiz nights

The Waterside 1a Riverside Lane, 01389 731221 l TUE: Bingo l FRI & SAT: Live acts l SUN: Karaoke

J A M ESTOWN

The Glencairn Lounge

174 Main Street, 01389 602564 l Contact bar for entertainment details

15-19 Bridge St, 01389 732816 l SAT: Karaoke

LOCH LO M ON D

The Malt and Myre Lomondgate Drive, 0871 527 9274 l Accommodation and restaurant

The Milton Inn 401 Milton, Dumbarton, 01389 761 401 l FRI & SAT: Disco/Karaoke l Sky Sports l Pool Table

The Stag’s Head 116 Glasgow Rd, 01389 732642 l SAT: Live Music l Live sports

POLISHING

Fenton’s Bar

Drovers Inn Inverarnan, 01301 704234 l Fri 3: Jeff l Sat 4: Minogues l Fri 10: Ron Johnson l Sat 11: Jono l Fri 17: Kevin Frazer l Fri 24: Fozzie l Sat 25: Rog & Mitch

The Inn on Loch Lomond Luss, 01436 860430 l Sat 11: Jigery Folkery

The Lennox Bar

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hoMes for luss VillAge make sure they are properly listed with Argyll & Bute housing and Link Housing.

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THIS MONTH IDyLLIC: The beautiful village of Luss is soon to have fi ve new affordable homes built that will house families

Some lucky families will soon be moving into five new affordable homes in a key site in Luss, thanks to a £150,000 grant from Luss Estates.

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The homes are aimed at helping to answer what’s seen as a need for affordable homes in the area, and to shift the balance away from what could otherwise be an ageing local population.

Sir Malcolm Colquhoun, Luss Estates chairman said: “We have been in negotiation with Link Housing for some time and I am delighted that we are now able

to make this major commitment to the future of Luss.

“I very much hope that these new houses will be made available to local families - our main aim is to ensure that they are able to stay in the area.”

Local MSP Jackie Baillie said she was “thrilled” by the £150,000 gift, and urged local people to

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Sir Malcolm says the future of places like Luss must lie in developing economic opportunities alongside family housing, arguing these will lead to secure and properly-rewarded jobs – especially for the young.

His ambition is to see Luss become a vibrant and thriving community, based on working families relying on local jobs which could range from forestry to tourism.

The housing cash bonus is part of a development plan, commissioned and funded by Luss Estates, which aims to provide a “road map” for increasing the number of families in Luss.

There will be dialogue between developer Link Housing and the national park authority to ensure they blend in with the area’s existing architecture.

Luss Estates will also provide further financial support, if required, to bridge the gap between available grant funding and the actual build costs of the new houses.

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hobbit-forMing gArDen how fruit and vegetables are grown, and to explore Geilston’s new floral mini maze.

If you go online you can also check out special events like the duck race staged during Scotland’s Gardens Open Day, or the Teddy Bears’ Picnic in the walled garden.

HOBBIT HOLE: The exciting new features at Geilston Gardens are a great new addition

Children are at the centre of a whole raft of new features at Geilston Garden this summer.

Geilston Garden, just outside Cardross on the A814 to Helensburgh, is reckoned to be one of the National Trust for Scotland’s hidden gems.

Geilston is both intimate and tranquil, with the secluded appeal of a private garden - and is said to be a magical place for a family picnic, with unique surprises promised round virtually every corner.

New for this year is the Hobbit

Hole play area, complete with picnic tables, a toddler-sized mushroom table and chairs set, not to mention magnifying posts which turn minibeasts into monsters.

Meanwhile in good summer weather you could try out the soft tennis set on the old tennis court, and play with an exciting range of garden games.

Visitors are also encouraged to tour the kitchen garden to see

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This time of year is reckoned ideal for a visit, with the walled garden full of the scent of yellow Rhododendron luteum, and the bright colours of heritage Japanese azaleas.

The rhododendron glen in the woodland garden is still in full flower, and the purple-blue Iris sibirica border lines the path beside the Geilston Burn.

The entire woodland garden is carpeted by bluebells and wood anemone, and the kitchen garden is full of new growth, with a wide range of fresh produce on sale from around early July.

For more information, visit the National Trust for Scotland website at www.nts.org.uk, email the garden at geilstongarden@nts.org.uk, or phone 01389 849187.

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HELP TO OVERCOME READING & WRITING DIFFICULTIES In our modern world, strong reading and writing skills are crucial to success in order to maximise potential.

An estimated 30% of children find reading and writing difficult - despite good teaching and support - and this is often attributed to dyslexia. Dyslexia is one of many barriers to learning which hinder progress and seriously affect selfesteem.

Many families struggle to find help, however a unique brain plasticity-based treatment programme is achieving success in helping people overcome dyslexia: Cellfield is a multisensory programme which targets the areas in the brain used by good readers to bring about permanent and sustainable improvements in reading ability. Average gains in reading age of about 2 years can be achieved, although gains in reading age are only part of the story because, in many cases Cellfield proves to be lifechanging

due to the positive impact on overall selfbelief and confidence.

Developed in Australia, Cellfield is being delivered by former Headteacher and teacher Fiona Macdiarmid, who also runs the successful Kip McGrath Education Centre in Stirling.

Fiona travelled to New Zealand in 2009 for Cellfield training and then brought Cellfield to the UK. Contact Cellfield on 01786 447527. www.cellfield.co.uk

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