Families Central Scotland Nov - Dec 2015 Issue 31

Central Scotland’s really useful magazine for busy families of children age 0-12

FREE Issue 31 Nov/Dec 2015

In this Issue

• Where to find Santa • Christmas shows and events • Local Christmas gift guide

Xmas Markets Sunday 1st November Sunday 6th December

Falkirk’s newurs! fantastic flavo Now serving fresh homemade soup, Scottish stovies and innovative ice cream flavours every day from 10am until 5pm.

Victoria Halls, Dunblane.

Opposite the Railway Station

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Central Scotland’s

really useful magazine

for busy families of

children age 0-12

FREE

Issue 31 Nov/Dec 2015

In this Issue

• Where to find Santa • Christmas shows and events • Local Christm as gift guide

Welcome to the November/December issue of Families Central Scotland. This issue is packed with all things Christmas and festive! We have a fabulous gift guide, where to find Santa page and great local Christmas shows and events. Read our article on how to cope with coughs and sneezes, including some top tips on how to avoid them in the first place. All of this and our regular news and views, out and about and parent to parent article.

Christmas is all wrapped up @ Macrobert Arts Centre presents

Falkirk’s new fantastic flavours!

Now serving fresh homemade soup, Scottish stovies and innovative ice cream flavours every day from 10am until 5pm.

Glen Farm Glen Tel. 01324 630703Village Falkirk FK1 3AA www.themilkba rn.co.uk

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WIN a copy of The Reiver Rat and Oor Wullie’s Letter to Santa - page 9

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Fiona & Louise the editors

A brand new panto for all ages!

WED 25 NOV - SUN 3 JAN Tickets from £9

In this issue Win a copy of Oor Wullie’s Letter to Santa and The Reiver Rat................Page 9

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Written by and starring Johnny McKnight Macrobert Arts Centre presents a Frozen Charlotte and Aberdeen Performing Arts co-production

Tue 1 - Sun 27 Dec

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(Not Mondays)

Tickets from £9

Local news and views............................ pages 4-5 Parent to parent...............................................page 6 Christmas gift guide................................... page 8-9 Christmas shows and events..................page 10 Where to find Santa...................................page 11 Coping with coughs and sneezes........page 12 Out and about........................................page 13-14 Circulation 12,000 copies delivered directly to nurseries, playgroups, health centres, libraries, leisure facilities as well as selected shops, cafes and schools. Please contact us if you wish to receive our media pack, detailing costs and sizes of adverts.

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Beaconhurst celebrates with Christmas events Beaconhurst School in Bridge of Allan is opening its doors to the community with two festive events. The Christmas Fayre, organised by the PTA, takes place at the school on Saturday 28th November.

All are welcome to come and enjoy some festive shopping with a variety of stalls selling gifts including jewellery, bags, scarfs and candles. There will also be a raffle, home-baking, refreshments and games for children. The Fayre takes place between 10am and 2pm in the Dining Hall. The following month, Beaconhurst hosts its annual Carol Concert performed by the School Choir at St Columba’s Church in Stirling. The Concert takes place on Thursday 10th December from 7-9pm with funds being raised for one of the local charities supported by the school. For more information about the two events and to buy tickets for the Carol Concert, please contact the School on 01786 832146.

Beaconhurst is an independent school for girls and boys aged 3 -18 years, more information can be found on the website - www.beaconhurst.com

Open Day! St Ninians Playgroup – 19th Nov 2015 all welcome St. Ninians Playgroup, located in St Ninians Church Hall, is a community based, early learning and childcare provider, in partnership with the Local Authority. We provide quality care and education to children aged 2½-5 years from all over Stirling through structured play and experiences (including weekly Enjoy-a-Ball) to help children develop and grow into confident individuals. We are open 9am to 1.15pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and are run by a parents committee in conjunction with a Lead Practitioner (BA) and two supporting Early Childhood Educators. We plan outcomes for the children using the Curriculum for Excellence and create learning journals that the children keep detailing their life at playgroup……..come and experience the fun for yourself! St Ninians Playgroup, St Ninians Old Parish Church Hall, Kirk Wynd, Stirling. 07757 741073

Run your own business Want to run a successful business doing something highly enjoyable and emotionally rewarding whilst developing key skills in children? Rugbytots has exciting franchise opportunities in Perth for driven and ambitious people with a dream of owning their own business. Rugbytots, Scotland’s first rugby specific play programme for pre-school children, is designed to help children, aged between two to seven, develop core motor skills in a fun and enjoyable environment. Starting in 2006, Rugbytots now operates 31 successful franchises in 10 countries. Classes in Scotland take place in Stirling, Aberdeenshire, Edinburgh, Fife, Glasgow, Peebles-shire and the Scottish Borders.

If you are interested in applying for a Rugbytots franchise please contact Kirsty McWilliam at kirsty@ rugbytots.com. For more information visit www.rugbytots.co.uk.

Christmas memorial service

A Christmas memorial service for families who have experienced the trauma of losing a baby is being held in Stirling. The service will take place in St Mary’s Church, Upper Bridge Street, FK8 1ES on Friday 4th December at 7.30pm.

The Lights of Love event is being organised by Forth Valley Sands (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death charity) and provides parents the opportunity to come together and acknowledge the lives of their babies at this difficult time of year. The Scottish Cot Death Trust will also be taking part in the service. The service consists of traditional carols, inspiring readings and beautiful music and there will also be an opportunity for people to light a candle in memory of their child. Everyone is welcome to attend and no booking is necessary. For more information or directions to the venue, please visit www.forthvalleysands.org. uk or contact Caroline on mail@ forthvalleysands.org.uk or on 07762 790751.

Christmas lights switch on near you Stirling Town Centre - Sunday 15th November - Entertainment from 2pm with Santa parade through town switch on at 5pm Grangemouth Town Centre - Saturday 21st November - Family entertainment from 10am, switch on at 5pm Bo’ness Town Centre - Saturday 21st November - Family entertainment from 1pm, switch on at 4pm Bridge of Allan High Street - Saturday 21st November - Family entertainment from 2.30 and switch on at 5pm.

Falkirk Town Centre - Sunday 22nd November - Entertainment from 3pm with family, fun and music. Switch on at 5pm

Tel: 08453133252 | sandra@rugbytots.co.uk

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Stenhousemuir Town Centre - Saturday 28th November - Family entertainment from 2pm switch on at 5pm

Protect these little feet Autumn is definitely here and Winter is not far away! Its time to think about protecting these little feet from the cold and wet, both indoors and out, at school and play. We have a wonderful collection at Ruby Ruby from Start-rite fleece lined wellies, to a huge range of Goretex lined short/long boots from Richter, Superfit, Geox, Petasil and Start-rite both in black, navy and beautiful autumn shades of Berry, Violet, Truffle and Green. Adorable cosy slippers and for the fast approaching party season - we have some gorgeous sparkly numbers from Lelli Kelly, which are well worth trying. We don’t think you will be disappointed at all. Look forward to seeing you soon. Ruby Ruby, 1 Main Street, Doune. Open 7 days a week Mon-Sat 9.30 to 5 and Sun 12 - 4.

Beyond the Bike Shop If you’ve heard of Recykea-bike you probably know we recycle bikes to sell at affordable prices, but you might not know about our activities beyond the shop or that we’re a charity.We have funding from the Climate Challenge Fund for our project Cycling Links to help more people cycle more often by linking up cycle training with the fun of cycling; and linking up adult and children’s cycle training to help families cycle together. Our outreach team trains school children across the Forth Valley in Bikeability, engages adults at their work and the wider community at events. We have trained staff, a bike fleet including trailers, fun stuff like our portable pump track and route knowledge. If you’d like help cycling safely as a family or some knowhow on maintaining your family’s bikes just get in touch about our free services. Recyke-a-bike, 18-24 Abbey Road, Riverside, Stirling, FK8 1LJ www.recyke-a-bike.co.uk, 01786 447 559, admin@recyke-a-bike.

Exciting Interactive & Fun The most original musical baby & toddler classes on the planet

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i my name is Garry Shaw, I am married to Karen and we have a 4-year-old son, Fraser. We have lived in Plean for the last 7 years. During the day I am the Course Manager at Brucefields Family Golf Centre, and in the evenings, I run my own Martial Arts School. It’s pretty hectic but TaeKwon-Do is a passion of mine, so it doesn’t feel like work! I teach a variety of classes, including Total Kids Defence (TKD) Tigers (age 3+), TaeKwon-Do (age 7 - adult), Mixed Kickboxing, Ladies only kickboxing / self defence (age 13+) and am available for 1:1 training if required. Feel free to get in touch if you’d like more information.

Tel 077344 61615 Email garry@ shawmartialarts.co.uk www.shawmartialarts. co.uk Follow me on twitter and facebook Why you like living where you do I like living in Plean as it has a real community feel to it. It’s a small village on the outskirts of Stirling, so gives you the convenience of being close to town but the quietness of the countryside. And it’s close to both my day job and my martial arts classes in Larbert and Falkirk! The estate where I live has lots of families with children and the local school is only a 5 min walk away at the other end of the village.

Favourite shop Alex Graham Bakers in Plean – their morning rolls are amazing! And Fraser likes the slush puppies!

Favourite park Causewayhead Park. There’s plenty of room for the kids to play and run around, with a variety of equipment. And you can go for an ice-cream at Corrieri’s before home time!

Favourite children’s club TKD Tigers! It’s great to see the kids developing the skills we teach and grow in confidence. Watching the children move up into Taekwon-Do and through the coloured belts is really rewarding. I also have to say that the swimming lessons booked

through Active Stirling have been fantastic! Fraser is so confident in the water and has been swimming on his own, without armbands, for months now.

Favourite day out Life is pretty busy, with working a day job and then teaching 5 nights a week, so any time I get to spend with Karen and Fraser is precious.

We like to go to Glasgow Science Centre, as it’s so child friendly and interactive. Noone is telling the kids not to touch things – it’s actively encouraged! Fraser’s favourite area is the play area on the first floor, as he gets to operate a crane! There’s plenty of activities to keep you entertained all day.

Favourite child friendly restaurant We eat out regularly, and as such, Fraser’s been going to restaurants since he was about a week old. We don’t always stick to your usual ‘child friendly’ restaurants – Fraser’s favourite is The Cotton House at Longcroft, as there’s a huge tropical fish tank and because 2 of the waitresses (Sheryl and Ann) make such a fuss of him! He also loves the macaroni cheese from The Falcon at St Ninians.

Best planet saving tip Recycle what you can, when you can.

Use furniture recycling charity shops, like Strathcarron Furniture Shop in Stenhousemuir – you’re helping to raise funds for a worthwhile cause, as well as saving landfill space.

Funniest comment your kids have ever made Fraser age 3 years shouting on his mum “hen, pass me the monster munch” Most loved children’s book Tyrannosaurus Drip by Julia Donaldson.

All of her books are fantastic, we love the rhyming in them and the illustrations are great.

Most played with toys Lego! A timeless classic. We love the Bricks4Kidz classes.

Biggest waste of money Kids magazines – you’re only paying for the cheap plastic toys that come with them nowadays.

Gary’s Local Recommendations Causewayhead Park Corrieri’s, Causewayhead

No parent should be without Patience, a sense of humour, eyes in the back of your head and…baby wipes!

Alex Graham Bakers, Plean Glasgow Science Centre

Parenting pet hates When parents think that their kids can do no wrong. Also, when parents molly coddle their kids and don’t give them space to grow. Last one is, parents getting vocal while I’m teaching their children!

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105 High Street, Tillicoultry Tel 01259 752755 www.ochileyes.co.uk

Enjoy the magnificent scenery and all the festivities of the winter season onboard the Steamship Sir Walter Scott as it sets off on its Home of the Steamship Walter Scott journey across the winter wonderland of SirLoch Katrine.

Thanks to funding from the Climate Challenge Fund our Cycling Links project is making it easier for families to cycle safely together for transport, health and most importantly fun. Free services include:

Cycle training for all ages Family friendly led rides Family fun days and cycle events Bike doctor safety checks Bike maintenance classes

Join our popular “Sail with Santa” cruise on the iconic Steamship Sir Walter Scott. On this hour long sail Santa and his helpers will spend time with each child and give them a wrapped up gift.

Our price includes a glass of mulled wine for the adults and local Christmas fayre.

Saturday & Sundays 5th & 6th, 12th & 13th, 19th & 20th December 2015 Cruises depart from Trossachs Pier at 1pm and 2.30pm

Join our popular one hour New Year Celebration Party Cruise, aboard The Steamship Sir Walter Scott, and in addition to enjoying the magical scenery of Loch Katrine and The Trossachs, we invite you to join us in a complimentary toast to the Auld and New Year with traditional, locally produced black-bun and shortbread.

www.recyke-a-bike.co.uk 18 - 24 Abbey Road, Riverside, Stirling FK8 1LJ t: 01786 447 559 e: admin@recyke-a-bike.co.uk Scottish Charity No: SC036713 Scottish Company No: SC287632

Arnhall Nursery is a private day nursery that provides high quality childcare from birth up to 5 years • Graded Excellent in 7 areas by SCSWIS 2014 • Set in beautiful surroundings near Dunblane with ample parking • Open all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm • All meals included - home cooked by our in-house chef • Fully qualifed & trained staff For further details or to arrange a visit please contact the Nursery direct

on 01786 822 391 Keir Estate, Dunblane FK15 9NU www.arnhallnursery.co.uk

Sunday 28th to Wednesday 30th December & Friday 1st, Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd January 2016 Cruises depart from Trossachs Pier at 1pm and 2.30pm

Trossachs Pier, Loch Katrine,

by Callander, Stirling FK17 8HZ Tel: 01877 376315/6 • Email: enquiries@lochkatrine.com www. lochkatrine.com

The largest and still the best network of performing arts schools in the world.

Nurturing and developing young people’s potential through dance, drama and singing. for 4-18 year olds, after school, at weekends and holiday workshops.

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Christmas gift guide Christmas magic starts at Toy Hub

At Toy Hub we want 2015 to be the most magical Christmas ever! We offer hassle free shopping where you can Ring & Reserve toys, buy online with our free Click & Collect Service, or visit our award winning store to experience our magical service. Sign up to our loyalty card to receive points every time you spend and take advantage of our Save & Store service. You can reserve gifts with a small deposit and gradually pay off the balance as Christmas approaches. You’ll also receive invites to our special adults only “Shhh...Secret Shopping” evenings, where the festive fizz flows while you shop in a relaxed atmosphere!

Top toys & games • • • • • • • • • •

Top stocking fillers

The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition £27.95 The Irish Fairy Door Company Limited Edition Winter Fairy Door £20.00 LEGO Star Wars 75105 Millenium Falcon £130 Cloud B Twilight Turtle £25 Disney Descendants Mal & Evie Dolls £20 BB-8 3D Deco Light £40 Nerf Modulus & Upgrade Packs from £18 LEGO Friends 41107 Pop Star Limo £20 Bright Eyes Pets £20 Tenzi £12.00

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Funko Pop Characters £12 each or 2 for £20 Shopkins Twin Pack £2.50 Pizza Party Dice Game £6 Keel Christmas Bobballs (Assorted Designs) £2.50 each Usborne Christmas Pocket Doodling & Colouring Book £5.99 Brainstorm Projector Torch (Shark/Dinosaur/Space/ Animals) £5 each Ha Ha Tache Game £4 Star Wars Micro Machine Vehicles £2.50

Shop in our Dunblane High Street Store 7 days a week throughout November & December or 24/7 on our website www.toyhubdirect.co.uk Keep up to date with us on Social Media at www.facebook.com/toyhubdirect or www.twitter.com/ toyhubdirect Toy Hub 7 High Street, Dunblane

Special Christmas treats for babies and toddlers at All Things Baby, Stirling Pram

Christmas is coming and we have some fantastic new treats this year for mummy, baby and toddler - we are super excited! As the largest independent nursery store in the area we love to source beautiful products for your little ones and Christmas time is no exception. We are more than a pram shop with an interiors department and gift and toy shop we are a shopping treat for babies and toddlers.

Our favourite five for Christmas: • Silver Cross dolls pram, the forever gift. All that glitters this year’s new edition is the Cupcake – stunning in pink! (Prices start from £300) • Rocking horses, from little toddler horses that neigh to the stunning collection from MJ Marks. (Prices start from £50) • Sophie la giraffe, the most gorgeous baby range of wooden toys and jigsaws, dressing up outfits, music boxes, luxury bath products, the list is endless! (Prices start from £5)

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Something that little bit different is our wooden toy ranges. From rockets to pianos we have everything your little one could wish for! (Prices from £10) My first Christmas stocking fillers, no need to travel to Glasgow for your mamas and papas delights we have the full range here in Stirling. From Santa stockings, snowglobes and Christmas baubles to little gift baskets of romper suits and Christmas soft toys. (Prices start from £5)

Stirling Pram is - All Things Baby - so come and visit us this Christmas for something different to pop under the Christmas tree or even on it! We are open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sundays 12pm to 5pm, down by the Riverside in Stirling xx 42-44 Forth Street, Riverside, Stirling, FK8 1UF www.stirlingpramcentre.co.uk 01786 472392, facebook Stirling Pram - All Things Baby

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The art of family photography Looking for an inspired present idea? How about a Lighthouse Studios Photography voucher?

Everybody knows that life whizzes past so why not capture some moments together; whether it’s a voucher for the whole family to be in the photographs, or just the kids, it’s a present that will be cherished for years to come.

Maybe your whole family is getting together for Christmas or another occasion this year (we often take large group photos of over 20 people), or you know someone who is going to have a baby next year - a voucher is an ideal gift. Lighthouse make the whole experience fun and relaxed to capture people’s personality in the images.

Vouchers start at £80 for a photo shoot and print and are valid for a year – a gift that’s guaranteed to bring a smile to your loved one’s face and put family art on the wall. Lighthouse Studios, Alloa Road, Causewayhead Tel 01786 475 007

Is Santa bringing a bike for your little one this year?

Recyke-a-bike’s top tip: don’t leave it until Christmas Eve to take it out of the box and build it, just in case you need help, all the bike shops will be closed. Make sure you put the front forks on the right way round, if the brakes don’t work you’ve probably put the forks on back to front – a common mistake. Merry Christmas and happy pedalling! Recyke-a-bike, 18-24 Abbey Road, Riverside, Stirling, FK8 1LJ

Great books for Christmas

Oor Wullie’s Letter to Santa - Just like millions of children around the world, each Christmas Oor Wullie sits down and writes a letter to Santa. This year, his letter is a little bit special because Oor Wullie has written a poem to Santa and is sharing it with his legions of fans. Full of humour and fun and set out in a new format with beautiful new illustrations. Will Santa deliver a present to Oor Wullie this Christmas? And how will he reply to Wullie’s heartfelt poem? With a poem of his own, of course!

The Reiver Rat (The Highway Rat in Scots) - Life is not safe for the other animals, as the villainous Highway Rat gallops along the highway, stealing their food – he even steals his own horse’s hay.

Will he finally meet his comeuppance, in the form of a cunning duck? A fabulous, rollicking rhyme, in the style of the famous Alfred Noyes poem, The Highwayman, from the authors of The Gruffalo and Zog. To WIN a copy of Oor Wullie’s Letter to Santa and The Reiver Rat simply answer the following question. What does Wullie write to Santa? (a) a note (b) a poem (c) a book email your answer to editor@familiescentralscotland.co.uk – closing date November 30th

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xmas shows & events Sunday 1st November and Sunday 6th December

The Xmas Markets at Dunblane Victoria Halls will feature exhibitors

selling crafts, art work and tasty treats.

There will be 30 exhibitors with a varied range of products so you can find that perfect gift for Christmas. The venue will also host the A’n’ M Community Cafe offering tea, coffee, soup, sandwiches and baking. www.artnmart.com Sunday 22nd November

Falkirk’s Frozen Light Switch On High Street, Falkirk

Entertainment from 12 noon with two sing along a Frozen film showings, a performance from Broadway School of Performing Arts, The Big Bad Wolf Theatre Company, songs with Elsa and a grand finale from Soul Nation Choir. Lights Switch on at 5pm. www.falkirkdelivers. com Wednesday 25th November to Sunday 3rd January ( ex public holidays and Mondays)

The Little Mermaid at Macrobert Arts Centre, Stirling A brand new

panto written, directed and starring Johnny McKnight. Millions of miles underwater of Stirling Stella there lies a perfect world - Oceania. Down there there’s no violence, no gaudy colours, there’s not even a whiff of Celebrity Big Brother. Ariel’s madly in love with the most feared and handsome pirate in all the pantosphere – Captain Spark Barrel.

But could he ever love a woman who was, well, a fish? That’s right A FISH. Dare Ariel strike a deal with the mighty sea witch Ursula? Will true love win out? An underwater pirate tail that’ll give you the oper-tuna-ity to tap your toes, sing your heart out and boo and hiss this Christmas.

For tickets phone 01786 466666 or book online at www.macrobert.org Saturday 28th November

PTA Christmas Fayre at Beaconhurst School, Bridge of Allan All are welcome to come along

and enjoy the festive fun with a variety of stalls plus games for children. The Fayre takes place in the school’s Dining Hall and is open to the local community.

Visitors can enjoy some Christmas shopping with stalls selling gifts such as jewellery, bags, scarfs and candles. There will also be a raffle, tombola, homebaking and refreshments. 10am-2pm. www. beaconhurst.com

Saturday 28th November to Wednesday 24th December

Victorian Christmas Kitchen at Callendar House The Georgian

Kitchen will be transformed into the Victorian Christmas Kitchen where you can help Cook stir the Christmas pudding; sample popular dishes from the period including mince pies, shortbread, Scotch Christmas bun, and cloutie dumpling; and find out how the Victorians would celebrate in a home like Callendar House.

On Saturdays throughout December the Kitchen will be filled with the smells of traditional slow roast turkey. Pop in during the afternoon and you might be right on time to try a piece! Free Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November

Edenmill’s Food Festival/Family Day Out Come and join us for a

weekend of festivities and merriment.

Discover fabulous gift ideas, delicious festive food and great local produce.

Children can enjoy festive face painting, meet our friendly farm animals, reindeer and see Santa in his grotto! Free mulled wine on arrival. www.edenmill.co.uk 10am - 5pm Adult £4, Children £2 over 3 yrs. £10 for a family (2 adults & 2 children) Saturday 28th November, 5th, 12th and 19th December

Festive Fun in Alloa There will be, festive, family fun in Alloa Town Centre on Saturdays in the run up to Christmas.

Santa will be in his grotto from 10-2.30pm and there will be children’s entertainment.

On the 12th December come along and see Santa and his reindeers parade down the High Street in his sleigh. Visit www. atcbid.com for more information.

Tuesday 1st to Sunday 27th December (ex public holidays and Mondays)

Robin at Macrobert Arts Centre, Stirling From the makers of Too

Many Penguins? comes a new show for everyone aged 3 to 6 and their grownups. This Christmas, Robin (not so reliant) will be getting his feathers in a twist, but Macrobert Arts Centre guarantees first class fun and seasonal cheer will be delivered (and on time!). For tickets phone 01786 466666 or book online at www.macrobert.org

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Friday 4th to Saturday 12th December

Falkirk Youth Theatre presents Robin Hood at Falkirk Town Hall

Join Robin and his merry crew, along with Maid Marion and the rest of the gang in song, laughter and adventure. Phone 01324 506850 for tickets.

Tuesday 8th to Saturday 12th December

The Dunblane Centre present Aladdin Family fun with traditional panto

entertainment Phone 01786 824224 for tickets.

Wednesday 9th to Saturday 12th December

Spotlight Youth Theatre present Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Alloa Town Hall Family

fun with traditional panto entertainment Phone 01259 573182 for tickets.

Thursday 10th December

Beaconhurst School annual Carol Concert performed by the School

Choir at St Columba’s Church in Stirling.

7-9pm. Funds will be raised for one of the local charities supported by Beaconhurst.

Contact the School on 01786 832146 for tickets or more information. www. beaconhurst.com Saturday 12th December

Lantern Workshop at Jupiter Wildlife Centre, Grangemouth

Drop in anytime between 11 and 2pm to make yourself an amazing willow lantern. If the weather is good, why not come back at 4pm for a lantern lit parade.

This event is suitable for children aged between 5 and 10. Booking essential, contact the Ranger on jupiterranger@ scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Sunday 13th December

Family Festive Fun Day in Bridge of Allan Soak up the Christmassy

atmosphere at our mini Christmas market and vintage fairground. With carolers, hot chocolates and lots and lots of festive cheer. 12-4pm.

Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th December

Cinema at Macrobert Arts Centre showing Royal Opera House:

The Nutcracker For tickets phone 01786 466666 or book online at www. macrobert.org

Where to find Santa Santa and his Aviemore Reindeer in and around Falkirk

Santa and his Reindeer will be arriving in a town near you. Bring your letter for Santa and join in the festivities in Bo’ness, Grangemouth, Denny, Stenhousemuir and Falkirk. There will be ‘Frozen’ fun, music including local choirs/ bands, the Big Bad Wolf Company, Q20 Theatre and family entertainment including face painting and balloon modelling.

Bo’ness - Saturday 21st November.

Following a short parade into the towns Market Square at 2pm the reindeer will be penned there until 4pm. Lights switch on at 4pm. There will be a Craft market from 10-4pm.

Grangemouth - Saturday 21st November 10-12 noon. Santa parade through La Porte Precinct then the reindeer will be penned near the bandstand until 12pm. Craft market 10 til 4pm. Lights switch on at 5pm.

Denny - Saturday 28th November.

Santa parade through the town at 10am then the reindeer will be penned until 12pm.

Stenhousemuir - Saturday 28th November. Santa parade through the town at 2pm then the reindeer will be penned until 4pm. Lights switch on at 5pm.

Falkirk Town Centre - Sunday 12th December. Santa and his reindeer will be by the Steeple from 2-4pm.

Edenmill Christmas Trees at Stirling Rugby Club Edenmill will be selling their local, fresh Christmas trees from 1st December at Stirling Rugby Club and will have a special visit from Santa and his reindeer on 6th and 13th December. Buy a tree and see Santa for FREE! www. edenchristmastrees.co.uk

Discover Dunblane Christmas Extravaganza

On Thursday 26th November, Santa and his reindeer will parade down Dunblane High Street at 3:30; Santa will be in his grotto for the rest of the evening. There will also be live music, face painting, balloon modelling and at 8pm fireworks!!

Falkirk Round Table

Santa and his sleigh will be visiting a street near you courtesy of the Falkirk Round Table. Santa’s helpers will be collecting money for local charities.

The visits are generally between 6.30-9pm but please check www. falkirkroundtable.co.uk for up to date details and follow Santa’s travels around Falkirk and surrounding areas. Sunday 6th to Monday 21st.

Stirling Town Centre and The Thistles Shopping Centre

See Santa and his reindeer parade through town on Sunday 15th November. The parade starts at 2pm from the Albert Halls going down King Street and ends with the opening of Santa’s Shortbread House within The Thistles Shopping Centre. The reindeer will then be outside The Thistles until 4pm, so don’t forget your camera!

Santa will be in his Shortbread House (near HMV) on 15th, 21st/22nd and 28th/29th November and every day in December until 24th December. For details visit www.thethistles.com

Gartmorn Dam near Alloa

I’m an Elf Get Me Out of Here at Gartmorn Dam! Santa’s elves are hiding out in the woods. All you need to do is find them. Special treats and crafty things await all those who track them down. 1.30-3.30pm. For information phone 01259 213131.

Brunch/Afternoon Tea with Santa at Callendar House

All the family are invited to Callendar House to join Mrs Clause in a unique Christmas experience. Delicious brunch/ tea platters will be served to all the family. Sit back and relax as Mrs Clause recruits the young helpers into a magical band of merry elves and leads them through festive activities, Christmas stories and songs. And if we’re lucky Santa will join us for a charming end to the day with a lovely Christmas gift for each child. Tickets and booking via the Steeple Box Office, High Street, Falkirk 01324 506850. Available on Saturday 5th, 12th 19th, Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th December at 11.30am and 2.30pm.

Festive Cruises at Loch Katrine

Join our popular one hour ‘Sail with Santa’ cruise on the ‘Sir Walter Scott’ every Saturday and Sunday 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th December 2015 at 1pm and 2.30pm. Children can visit Santa in his Grotto and receive a wrapped up gift. Adults get a complimentary glass of mulled wine and local Christmas fayre. Call our booking office for more details on 01877 376315/6.

Santa in Alloa

Santa will be in his grotto in Alloa Town Centre on Saturday 28th November 5th, 12th and 19th December. 102.30pm. Come along and meet Santa in his sleigh. Tickets cost £5 per child and each child will receive a quality gift from Santa. Parents are more than welcome to take photos of their own children with Santa. There will be a special parade with the Cairngorm reindeers on the 12th. www.atcbid.com

Santa at Rapha Soft Play

Christmas is nearly upon us and that means a visit to Rapha Soft Play Cafe from none other than Santa Claus. So stay tuned to our Facebook and in our cafe for more info about our Santa day menu and how the kids can get to meet the man himself and receive a wee early pressie. We hope to see you all soon. www.facebook.com/raphasoftplay

Santa at The Howgate Shopping Centre Visit Santa

at the Howgate this Christmas and meet his reindeers in our festive display.

Located outside Debenhams, visit Santa for free on the following dates: 28th & 29th November, 3rd-6th December, 10th-13th December and 17th-24th December. Donations are welcome in aid of Strathcarron Hospice. For more information and opening times visit www.intohowgate.co.uk

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How to cope with winter woes

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here are over 200 cold viruses, so it’s no wonder our children seem to come down with a cold almost every five minutes.

We don’t know what causes the ‘Common Cold’ but the symptoms are runny nose, sore throat, temperature and a general feeling of poor health. When do you let nature run its course, and when do you call the doctor?

For very small children, a blocked nose stops him being able to breath and can interfere with breastfeeding. Clear nostrils with a soft cloth soaked in sterile saline solution or use a nasal aspirator.

Relieve symptoms with a decongestant rub or use a few drops of a decongestant spray or eucalyptus oil on a tissue near your baby as he sleeps. A vaporiser or humidifier can help too.

Sleep may be affected by a cough, so encourage naps during the day.

For a slight fever, use infant paracetamol or ibuprofen; read the instructions and use the right amount for your child’s age.

Never use a cough and cold remedy with children under six years old.

Make sure that your child continues to get plenty of fluids but try to avoid lots of sugary drinks and cordials, as you’ll have tooth decay to cope with later on!

If your child is under three months, check symptoms with your doctor, as small children can become very ill quickly. If your child is floppy and unresponsive or very fussy, call the doctor or go straight to the hospital.

Seek medical advice if you think it’s not a cold. Flu can be serious in young children.

Croup, a viral illness that causes a bark-like cough can be swiftly treated with steroids, and whooping cough, a bacterial infection, needs antibiotics If you are concerned that your child may have meningitis, you must go to the hospital at once. If in doubt, get to A&E – the staff will be only too happy to be able to set your mind at rest.

If you have any concerns please contact your GP or call NHS 24 - 111

Natural Ways to Boost Your Immune System

Do you feel like the whole family is constantly ill and as one illness goes, another one comes along? Try these natural methods to boost your family’s immune system.

Get enough sleep Sounds obvious but the body repairs itself while we sleep. So make sure kids get plenty of rest when they are ill.

No smoke Passive smoking can make coughs, asthma and chest infections worse. It makes kids prone to bronchitis and pneumonia and they can also get middle ear infections. If you haven’t stopped yet, do it now!

Eat a rainbow Different coloured foods offer different vitamins and minerals, so try to make sure that you offer a rainbow of fruit and veg each day.

Supplements If you find it difficult to get the kids to eat enough fruit and veg, make sure they get a good vitamin supplement that is appropriate to their age.

In the sun The sun’s rays cause our bodies to make vitamin D, so get them out as much as possible. Even if the sun’s weak, it’s working!

Foods that boost the system Certain foods are proven to help with immunity.

Ginseng is good for fighting infections and Echinacea can help protect from colds.

Forth Valley Family Support Service Are you worried about another person’s alcohol or drug use?

Contact us. We’re here to help!

Confidential Helpline: 08080 10 10 11

Email: helpline@sfad.org.uk

We can also help if you are worried about your own alcohol/ drug use. For free and confidential advice please contact Signpost Recovery on: 0845 673 1774

Saturday 31st October Antboy 2 : Revenge of the Red Fury Bo’ness Hippodrome 11am.

Witchy Woods at Gartmorn Dam Join in the spooky fun in the woods. 1-3pm. For information phone 01259 213131.

Saturday 31st and Sunday 1st November Steam ‘n’ Scream Hallowe’en Weekend at the Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway Come for some Halloween fun on the train!

Halloween treats, a fancy dress competition and other spooky fun.

Come in fancy dress or else! www. bkrailway.co.uk Toy Story 3 Macrobert 11am.

Sunday 1st November Art ‘n’ Mart Community Market in the Victoria Halls Dunblane Features around 30 exhibitors selling local crafts, art work and food products. www.artnmart. co.uk Monday 2nd November Toddling O’clock at Callendar House Sensory, drama, music and play for early years to keep boredom at bay! This week the theme is Fire Fighting Friends.

Suitable for ages 2-5. £3.50 per child. Phone 01324 506850 for tickets and information.

Thursday 5th November Fireworks and Bonfire Displays at West End Park, Alloa Fireworks and Bonfire Displays at Strathallan Park, Bridge of Allan Fireworks and Bonfire Displays at Callendar Park, Falkirk Saturday 7th November

the Ranger on jupiterranger@ scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Fireworks and Bonfire Display at Hopetoun House Monday 9th November Toddling O’clock at Callendar House Sensory, drama, music and play for early years to keep boredom at bay! This week the theme is Bonnie Scotland. Suitable for ages 2-5. £3.50 per child. Phone 01324 506850 for tickets and information.

Saturday 14th November Hotel Transylvania 2 Bo’ness Hippodrome 11am and Autism friendly screening at 2.30pm.

Sunday 15th November Christmas Craft Fair at The Dunblane Centre Get your Christmas shopping off to a great start this year with our Christmas Craft Fair. With around 60 different stalls there is so much choice to find that extra special Christmas gift while supporting a local charity.

There will be soft play from 1pm and the chance to visit Santa in his grotto. 11-4pm.

Christmas Lights Switch on in Stirling Monday 16th November Toddling O’clock at Callendar House Sensory, drama, music and play for early years to keep boredom at bay! This week the theme is Pantoland. Suitable for ages 2-5. £3.50 per child. Phone 01324 506850 for tickets and information.

Friday 20th November Bannockburn Primary School PTA Winter Fayre Lots of local stalls selling a variety of gifts and fun activities for the children. 6-8pm.

Howies Kids Club at the Howgate Shopping Centre Join Uncle Billy for magic, puppets and family fun. FREE. Community Hub 11-3pm.

Shorts for Middle Ones (U) Bo’ness Hippodrome 11am.

Shorts for Wee Ones (U) Bo’ness Hippodrome 11am.

Christmas Lights Switch on at Bridge of Allan

Super Shelters at Jupiter Wildlife Centre, Grangemouth Here is your chance to make some snug winter shelters in the woods. We’ll round off the afternoon with some stories around the campfire. Suitable for children aged between 5 and 10. Booking essential, contact

Christmas Lights Switch on at Grangemouth

Saturday 21st November

Christmas Lights Switch on at Bo’ness Falkirk Funduro at Callendar Estates Mountain Biking race with mini stages suitable for ages 6-11

and children age 12+ can take part in main race. www.muckmedden. co.uk Sunday 22nd November Falkirk’s Frozen Light Switch On Entertainment from 12 noon with two sing along a Frozen film showings, a performance from Broadway School of Performing Arts, The Big Bad Wolf Theatre Company, songs with Elsa and a grand finale from Soul Nation Choir. Lights Switch on at 5pm.

Tuesday 24th to Saturday 28th November Larbert Amateur Operatic Society Presents Sleeping Beauty at the Dobbie Hall Larbert Tickets available via the Steeple Box office or phone 07808 033906 Wednesday 25th November to Sunday 3rd Jan ( ex Mondays and public holidays) Macrobert Arts Centre’s Present the Little Mermaid Written, directed and starring Johnny McKnight. An underwater pirate tail (GET IT - tail instead of tale?

Oh forget it) that’ll give you the oper-tuna-ity to tap your toes, sing your heart out and boo and hiss this Christmas. www. macrobert.org Thursday 26th November Santa in Dunblane Santa and his reindeer will parade down Dunblane High Street at 3:30; Santa will be in his grotto for the rest of the evening. There will also be live music, face painting, balloon modelling and at 8pm fireworks!!

Friday 27th November The Beaconhurst Duathlon (running and cycling race) for youngsters aged 8 and above takes place at Stirling University from 9am. The competition will be followed by prize-giving at the school. For more information, contact the school on 01786 832146. www.beaconhurst.com Beaconhurst School presents an Expressive Arts Evening featuring Scenes from Musicals 7-9pm in the Cameron Hall. Contact the school for more information. www.beaconhurst.com Friday 27th November to Thursday 3rd December (ex Mon and Tues)

out & about

Spectre (12A) Bo’ness Hippodrome, various times.

Saturday 28th November Christmas Lights Switch on at Stenhousemuir PTA Christmas Fayre at Beaconhurst School, Bridge of Allan All are welcome to come along and enjoy the festive fun with a variety of stalls plus games for children. The Fayre takes place in the school’s dining hall and is open to the local community.

Visitors can enjoy some Christmas shopping with stalls selling gifts

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Whilst every care has been taken to compile the Out and About section please remember that this magazine is printed weeks in advance of the event. Please call and check events with the venue to avoid any disappointment before setting out.

such as jewellery, bags, scarfs and candles. There will also be a raffle, tombola, home baking and refreshments. 10am-2pm. www. beaconhurst.com Arthur Christmas (U) Bo’ness Hippodrome 11am.

Festive Fun in Dunblane Festive Fiver campaign throughout the town where businesses will have special offers all at just £5.

Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November

Edenmill’s Food Festival/Family Day Out Come and join us for a weekend of festivities and merriment. Discover fabulous gift ideas, delicious festive food and great local produce. Children can enjoy festive face painting, meet our friendly farm animals, reindeer and see Santa in his grotto! Free mulled wine on arrival. www. edenmill.co.uk 10am - 5pm Saturday 28th November to Wednesday 24th December Victorian Christmas Kitchen at Callendar House The Georgian Kitchen will be transformed into the Victorian Christmas Kitchen where you can help Cook stir the Christmas pudding; sample popular dishes and find out how the Victorians would celebrate in a home like Callendar House. On Saturdays throughout December the Kitchen will be filled with the smells of traditional slow roast turkey. Pop in during the afternoon and you might be right on time to try a piece! Free Saturday 28th November, 5th, 12th, and 19th December Festive Fun in Alloa There will be free, festive, family fun in Alloa Town Centre on Saturdays in the run up to Christmas. Santa will be in his grotto from 104pm and there will be children’s entertainment. Visit www.atcbid. com for more information.

Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November, 5th and 6th, 12th and 13th, 19th and 20th December Santa Train at Bo’ness Steam Railway Santa travels by steam train, giving a gift to each of the young passengers. www.bkrailway. co.uk

Tuesday 1st to Sunday 27th December (ex Mondays and Public Holidays) Macrobert Arts Centre Present Robin From the makers of Too Many Penguins? comes a new show for everyone aged 3 to 6 & their grown-ups. This Christmas, Robin (not so reliant) will be getting his feathers in a twist, but we guarantee first class fun and seasonal cheer will be delivered (on time)! www.macrobert.org Friday 4th December Christmas Memorial Service organsied by Forth Valley Sands 7.30pm St Marys Church Upper Bridge Street. For more information contact Caroline on 07948 562321 or www. forthvalleysands.org.uk Friday 4th to Saturday 12th December Falkirk Youth Theatre presents Robin Hood at Falkirk Town Hall Join Robin and his merry crew, along with Maid Marion and the rest of the gang in song, laughter and adventure. Phone 01324 506850 for tickets.

Saturday 5th December Willow Weaving at Muiravonside Country Park Come and weave some willow to make a decoration to take home ready for Christmas.

Booking is essential, phone 01324 506850.

Bridge of Allan Primary School Christmas Fair Santa’s grotto will be one of the highlights of the fair which takes place at the school. 10am-12 noon. Everyone is welcome to come along for some festive fun including a fantastic raffle, tombola, toy, book and gift stalls, home baking and competitions.

Pan (PG) Bo’ness Hippodrome 11am.

Howies Kids Club Free kids entertainment at The Howgate Shopping Centre. see www. intohowgate.co.uk Sunday 6th December Art ‘n’ Mart Community Market in the Victoria Halls Dunblane Features around 30 exhibitors selling local crafts, art work and food products . www.artnmart. co.uk A Midwinter Feast at Stirling Castle Step into the festive and

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busy world of Stirling Castle’s royal court this Christmas.

Crafty Christmas Creations Family Event at Hopetoun House I’m an Elf Get Me Out of Here at Gartmorn Dam Santa’s elves are hiding out in the woods. All you need to do is find them. Special treats and crafty things await all those who track them down.

1.30-3.30pm. For information phone 01259 213131.

Tuesday 8th to Saturday 12th December The Dunblane Centre presents Aladdin 7.30pm with a 2pm matinee on Saturday afternoon.

Tickets available from The Dunblane Centre.

Wednesday 9th to Saturday 12th December Spotlight Youth Theatre present Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Alloa Town Hall Family fun with traditional panto entertainment Phone 01259 573182 for tickets.

Thursday 10th December Beaconhurst School Annual Carol Concert performed by the School Choir at St Columba’s Church in Stirling. 7-9pm. Funds will be raised for one of the local charities supported by Beaconhurst.

Contact the School on 01786 832146 for tickets or more information. www.beaconhurst. com Saturday 12th December Santa in Alloa Santa and his reindeer will be in Alloa Town Centre on Saturday 12th December from 10-4pm. Come along and see Santa parade down the High Street in his sleigh. www. atcbid.com Christmas Craft Session at Bonnybridge Library Come along to our fun, free and friendly Christmas craft session for 5 – 12 year olds where we get creative and crafty. FREE Phone 01324 503295 for information.

Lantern Workshop at Jupiter Wildlife Centre, Grangemouth Drop in anytime between 11 and 2pm to make yourself an amazing willow lantern. If the weather is good, why not come back at 4pm for a lantern lit parade. This event is suitable for children aged between 5 and 10. Booking essential, contact the Ranger on jupiterranger@

scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Sunday 13th December Christmas Festivities Day in Bridge of Allan Come and see Santa and his reindeer and pop into local shops to find those unique Christmas gifts.

Sunday 13th to Sunday 27th December (ex Tuesdays and public hols) Cinderella at Mugdock Country Park Glass slippers, bells at midnight, ball gowns, carriages and lots of colourful characters insure that Fizzgig’s hilarious, family Panto will be its usual mix of madness and mayhem! Come along to hiss, boo, sing and have a right old Fizzgiggle. www.mugdock-countrypark.org.uk Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th December Cinema at Macrobert Arts Centre showing Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker Christmas simply wouldn’t be Christmas without The Royal Ballet’s classic production of The Nutcracker, and you can see it on the big screen at Macrobert Arts Centre’s Filmhouse. For tickets phone 01786 466666 or book online at www.macrobert. org Friday 18th December Christmas Choir Concert at The Dunblane Centre 7.30pm. Tickets available from The Dunblane Centre.

Friday 18th, Sunday 20th and Thursday 24th December It’s a Wonderful life (U) Bo’ness Hippodrome various times.

Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th December Funbox presents Santa’s Sleepover Show at the Albert Halls Phone 01786 473544 for tickets.

Monday 28th December to Sunday 3rd January New Year Cruises at Loch Katrine Celebrate New Year with a one hour New Year Celebration Party Cruise onboard the ‘Sir Walter Scott’. Live music, complimentary dram, and locally produced black bun and shortbread. Cruises depart at 1pm and 2.30pm. Call 01877 376315/6 for information.

22ND NOV

1 PM TO 5PM THE STEEPLE IN THE HIGH STREET

12TH DEC

SANTA & REINDEER PARADE

WITH THE FROZEN SNOW QUEEN AND LIVE MUSIC FROM

You are cordially invited to join Provost Pat Reid for the annual switching on of the Falkirk town centre festive illuminations.

Come d along anhe join in te festiv fun

Watch the sensational Aviemore Reindeer walk up the High Street at 2pm from the bandstand to Lint Riggs and they will be penned in the High Street until 4pm.

Featuring a Christmas Craft Market.

GRANGEMOUTH

DENNY

SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER

SATURDAY 28TH NOVEMBER 10AM – 12 NOON

CHRISTMAS SWITCH ON AND AVIEMORE REINDEER EVENT • Reindeer in town 10am • Craft Market starts 12 noon • Light Switch On at 5.00pm • Featuring Q20 Theatre performing Frozen

TOWN CENTRE CHRISTMAS REINDEER EVENT • Aviemore Reindeer in town at 10am - 12 noon

• Q20 Theatre performing songs from Frozen

BO’NESS

STENHOUSEMUIR

SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER

SATURDAY 28TH NOVEMBER

CHRISTMAS SWITCH ON AND AVIEMORE REINDEER EVENT • Craft Market starts 12.00 noon • Reindeer in town 2pm • Light Switch On at 4.00pm • Featuring Q20 Theatre performing Frozen

For further information please visit falkirkdelivers.com

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