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Issue 26

April 2014 Deeside Edition Free Publication

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Easter holidays already! Only means one thing – chocolate – chocolate and more chocolate!

For those of you not indulging maybe you are getting in trim for the many fun runs? Maybe you would like help to train for the next one? Adam Conway has a personal training business, right here in Banchory, Adam can also help you with nutrition if you feel you are overindulging a bit too much! Those that love their cars – Graham Dawson set up a workshop in Aberdeen where he’ll be able to help you with any ‘bodywork’ issues! A new financial year – why not seek some advice from Forbes Lawson Wealth Management. Based in Westhill, they can help you with any financial queries.

The magazine is about to change onto a new bi-monthly rota! So that means that you will get another magazine next month. Just in time to keep you up-to-date with the River Festival and any other events that are planned for May/June this year. Please do drop me a line and let me know – very happy to publicise all things local.

Clubs and classes – are the details correct?

I hope you all have a wonderful Easter and the weather will remain dry. To those undertaking major exams in May – happy studying – you will reap the rewards in August if you make the effort now  Don’t forget to enter the Wordsearch competition on page 27 for a chance to win £25 cash. Mrs Davidson from Banchory was our lucky winner last issue.

Deadline – 20 April for the May/June magazine Any editorial content to be relevant for reading in mid-May thru to end of June and beyond.

Until next time.

Sue

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Trading Standards advise on local trades Aberdeenshire Council Trading Standards are warning homeowners to think twice before employing doorstep callers who may be offering building, driveway or gardening services.

Trading Standards are receiving complaints from local consumers who have agreed for work to be carried out by doorstep callers and then find the work is of poor quality. By employing a trader on the doorstep the homeowner has very little assurance of the skills of the workmen and will probably not know the true identity of the business. If things go wrong, as they often do, there may be nobody to complain to or claim compensation from.

Rogue traders, who are often not locally based, frequently over price the work or even increase the price after the work has started. Trading standards have also received complaints where the trader has started digging up the driveway before the homeowner has agreed to the work in order to try and bully them into agreeing to the job.

Rogue traders have been linked to various types of doorstep crime such as distraction burglary and theft. Criminals have also been known to steel money from inside the home or garden tools from sheds and garages. Homeowners should never allow anyone in their home unless they know and trust them.

Tips to avoid falling victim to rogue traders: Avoid employing doorstep callers Obtain several quotes to ensure the work actually needs doing and the price is reasonable Do some research on a business before employing them – are they based locally, do they have a good reputation, have they been recommended by family or friends?

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Obtain quotes in writing which must also include full details of the 7 day cooling off period.

Don’t rush in to employing a trader – responsible traders should not pressurise you in to a decision.

Claims that a price is only available for a short period are usually untrue and can be illegal.

Don’t rely on a local telephone number as proof that it’s a local business.

Employ a business that is a member of a trade association that has a mediation scheme in case things go wrong.

Display the free Trading Standards door sticker which states you do not buy from uninvited traders.

Aberdeenshire Council’s Chair of Infrastructure Services Committee, Peter Argyle said “This is the time of year when rogue traders start causing problems for local homeowners and I would suggest that nobody should employ a business that simply knocks on your door or puts a leaflet through your letterbox.

“Be sceptical when dealing with businesses and if you don’t know anything about the business don’t employ them. I would suggest that homeowners take their time to choose the right trader and obtain three written quotes from legitimate local businesses and only pay in full when the work has been completed to a satisfactory standard.”

Vice Chair, Alan Buchan said “Although it may seem more convenient to employ someone who just knocks on your door offering to landscape your garden, tarmac your drive or fix your guttering, employing them could be a big mistake.

“The quality of work may be very poor and there is little chance of getting the problem sorted if the trader doesn’t have a local address. What might at first seem like a cheap and convenient option may turn out to be a very expensive mistake and it’s important that people should follow the advice provided by Trading Standards”.

Consumers wanting further advice or who wish to report rogue traders should contact Trading Standards on 08454 040506 or in an emergency contact Police Scotland on 101 or 999. Free Trading Standards door stickers can also be obtained by contactingTrading Standards or visiting their offices in Inverurie.

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Help is closer than you think – Citizens Advice now in Banchory The Banchory outreach office of South West Aberdeenshire Citizens’ Advice Bureau (SWACAB) is going from strength to strength, with increasing numbers of satisfied clients. The outreach office operates with our trained advisers in the Banchory Ternan West Church, every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, from 10am-1pm and you are invited to call 01224 747714 to arrange a personal appointment. We will also make house visits for clients who are disabled and unable to access the office in person.

South West Aberdeenshire Citizens Advice Bureau covers the whole of the South West of Aberdeenshire, some 1200 square miles, from the border with Aberdeen at Westhill and Drumoak, out to the upper Dee and Don valleys. It offers a free, confidential, impartial and independent service and provides information to help you resolve the problems and issues you face.

We can help you sort out debt worries and ensure you claim all the benefits and tax credits that you may be entitled to. We can help with housing, utilities and employment problems, deal with consumer issues, answer questions about immigration and our advisers have long experience of family and personal matters. And if we find we are unable to help you directly, we have a range of other trusted agencies that will assist you, as well as our in-house specialists for debt, money advice, benefits, legal and energy assistance.

To date this financial year, SWACAB has realised over £1.5 Million in financial gain for its clients, the result of benefits checks and applications, compensation, refunds, replacement of goods and strong debt management. SWACAB is an independent charity which has just secured its second tenure of membership of the Scottish

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Association of Citizens Advice Bureaux through audit – we have to maintain stringent quality standards in every area of our organisation.

The Bureau is managed by a volunteer Board of management and the service is delivered predominantly by volunteers. We are always looking for new volunteers to train as advisers, work in administrative roles or join our Board to help us manage our service effectively. The work is always varied and interesting; you will be helping people on a one-to-one basis and you will learn something new every day. Please contact Eveline Crossan (01224 747714) to discuss the opportunities available.

The Bureau’s main office is located at Westhill Shopping Centre, with a further two outreach services at Aboyne and Alford. A recently– appointed Outreach Officer, funded by the Big Lottery Support and Connect fund, will develop other rural services.

For more details please visit www. westhillcab.org; email enquiries@westhillcab. casonline.org.uk or call 01224 747714

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Full sized headphones offer better sound quality – particularly bass reproduction – along with options such as wireless or Bluetooth. They also exert less pressure on the ear drum which means you can safely listen for longer.

Wired for Sound Earphones are small and cheap and fit conveniently into a bag or pocket - great if you are on the move - but they can be uncomfortable, are prone to fall out, and may not provide the best sound reproduction. If it is comfort and sound quality you’re after, headphones are the answer!

The most common headphones have a connecting band that goes over the head, but if you like to jog or wear a hat or glasses, a behindthe-neck pair might be better – plus they won’t mess up your hair or irritate ear piercings!

Headphones come open-backed or closed.

Closed headphones cover the entire ear and are great for sound isolation, but they can get really hot. Open-backed headphones rest over the ear and allow noise in and out - useful if worn in an office or during outdoor activities where you need to keep aware of your environment.

Select models with a larger frequency range and match their impedance (measured in ohms) with that of the audio equipment for best sound quality. But above all, use your ears! If the headphones sound OK to you, buy them – even if they are cheaper!

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Garden View

Climbing the walls!

If your garden is short on space, rammed with plants, or you simply have an unsightly vertical surface to cover, climbing plants can be used to great effect: from clothing frameworks such as pergolas and arches to hiding sheds and even neighbours!

Whether it’s as fast growing as a Triffid, a dainty floral twiner, or an evergreen clinger, I’m certain there’s a climber out there for you, it’s just a case of meeting your perfect match.

For those of you lucky enough to have a south-facing doorway, why not spoil yourself with the highly scented fragrance of Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides). Not only is it evergreen, but it boasts the added benefit of a claret-red leaf colour in autumn. For those with a northfacing entrance, how about a plant combo starting with an early flowering Clematis tolerant of shade, such as ‘Frances Rivis’, followed by the stunning pink flowers of Rosa ‘Zephirine Drouhin’, perfect in shade with the added bonus of being a thornless variety.

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Ivy, but I understand many people are not huge fans, so why not put in the extra effort and seek out a great alternative known as Pileostegia viburnoides. It’s a bit of a mouthful but not only is it evergreen, it will provide white flowers in summer and like Ivy is a self clinger, but nowhere near as vigorous.

As well as the other common examples, such as Wisteria (only plant this in full sun and if you are prepared to tie it in and prune it twice annually), Honeysuckle and Pyracantha (great for deterring intruders due to its woody thorns), there is a whole range of other shrubs which can be grown against a wall or fence, not forgetting trees of course, such as the beautiful trained fruit trees we often see in Victorian walled gardens.

Shrubs planted at around 30cm away from the base of the wall or fence can be manually tied in and make excellent wall cover, often with the added benefit of flowers. Photinia ‘Red Robin’ for example, or Garrya elliptica make unusual evergreen wall coverings, and look great with a second flowering climber twining through. Don’t forget the huge variety of annuals available which you can grow from seed, such as Sweet Peas, Morning Glory, or maybe try climbing French beans as an edible wall covering?

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Do ensure that you provide sturdy wires for plants to travel up. The best and most cost-effective way is simply to fix vine eyes (spaced horizontally around 2m apart) to the fence or wall and vertically at 30cm intervals. Then use a taught network of galvanised wires to provide support. Be sure to tie climbers in horizontally and not vertically as most people do … this way they will look great in your garden rather than flopping over the fence and delighting your neighbour … now that really would drive me up the garden wall!

Until next time, happy gardening Lee

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Sow new lawns or repair bare patches.

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Protect fruit blossom from late frosts.

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If any of your plants need support this year, put the supports in now so the plants grow up through them.

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Check any tree ties to make sure the tie is not cutting into the trunk.

Loosen any that are tight to allow room to expand.

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Once the soil has warmed up, weed borders and apply a moisture-retaining mulch such as compost or bark.

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Hair Today‌ The desire to remove excess or dark hair usually begins in adolescence, and many women and men remain intent upon having smooth, hairless skin.

Whether it is hair on the face, armpits, legs, back, bikini line, or other body parts, there are many options available to remove unwanted hair, but few to get rid of it permanently.

The old standby shaving is the quickest but most temporary form of hair removal. Shaving cuts off hair at the surface and new growth may appear thicker and darker because the new hair shaft has a blunt tip instead of a tapered one. Before shaving, apply a moisturiser such as water, shaving cream, soap or hair conditioner to help the razor glide more

easily.

Plucking pulls the hair out of its follicle and when done repeatedly may damage it, thus preventing further growth. Plucking is painful, so only suitable for small areas such as the eyebrows or odd facial hair.

Variations are: threading, a traditional Indian method of plucking hair by twisting strings (good for eyebrows), and epilators, equipment which plucks out hairs en masse – good for larger areas such as legs and arms.

Depilatory creams use a chemical called thioglycolate mixed with sodium hydroxide or calcium hydroxide to dissolve hair. Cream is applied for between 3 and15 minutes and the resulting jelly-like substance is then wiped or washed off. Depilatory creams can burn if left on for too long and may also cause an allergic reaction.

Waxing is great for treating areas both large and small. Wax is warmed and spread in the direction of the hair growth and when cool is pulled off quickly in the opposite

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direction, pulling the hairs out of the follicle. Waxing can be done at home or in the salon, but care should be taken not to get burnt. It can also be messy and painful.

Electrolysis is one of the permanent methods of hair removal and should be done professionally. A fine needle is inserted into each individual hair follicle and an electric current applied to burn the hair root, preventing it from producing more hair. Each session may take only 20-30 minutes, but a full course of treatment could take 12-18 months.

Laser hair removal is not permanent but does have long-lasting results. It requires multiple treatments, and works by laser beams or light pulses destroying the hair root and retarding the re-growth of new hair.

It can be expensive and painful and works best for light skinned people with dark hair.

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Fish Pie Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 1kg / 2lb 3oz Maris Piper potatoes, peeled and halved Pinch of salt Knob of butter - for mashing 1 tbsp milk - for mashing 25g / 1oz butter 25g / 1oz flour 4 spring onions, finely sliced 400ml / 14 fl oz milk 200g / 7oz white fish 200g / 7oz smoked haddock Good handful prawns

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Small bunch chives, finely snipped Handful frozen sweetcorn Handful frozen peas Handful grated cheddar (optional) Method Preheat the oven to 200C/ 180 fan/ gas mark 6. Put the potatoes in a saucepan and pour over enough water to cover them.

Salt lightly and bring to the boil and then simmer until tender. When cooked, allow to drain thoroughly, then mash with the milk and butter. Season with ground black pepper.

Meanwhile, place the butter, flour and spring onions in a large pan and heat gently until the butter has melted, stirring regularly. Cook for 1 -2 mins. Gradually whisk in the milk. Bring to the boil. Keep stirring to prevent the sauce sticking or becoming lumpy. Cook for 3 – 4 minutes until it’s thickened.

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Spoon the potato evenly over the top. At this point you can let it cool, then cover and freeze the pie for another day. Defrost before cooking, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese if using. Place in the oven for 20 - 25 mins or until golden and bubbling at the edges.

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Chairman of Westhill & District Men’s Shed, Marty Kehoe, said: “The Men’s Shed has been well received in Westhill by offering many opportunities for local men to get together, work on projects, share ideas and have a satisfying and enjoyable time.

Westhill Men’s Shed has won the Achieving Better Outcomes Gold Award at the Cosla Excellence Awards held at St Andrew’s Fairmont Hotel.

The award is given to projects and organisations that demonstrated creative approaches to partnership working and integration in their local area. The men’s shed has attracted over 3,000 visitors since it opened in February last year and there are now plans to open more across Aberdeenshire.

Some of the projects that have been taken on by people at the shed, include the restoration of a standalone engine and water pump, a ‘friendship bench’ being constructed for a local primary school, and a set of raised flowerbeds for a retired local gardener.

The men who use the shed have also carried out a variety of personal projects, from boating chairs to camping boxes.

Aberdeenshire Change Fund has agreed to fund a post that will aim to build on the achievements of Westhill Men’s Shed and to help other communities to establish a similar project near them. Plans are currently in place for sheds in six communities across Aberdeenshire with hopefully more to come.

Members of the Westhill Men’s Shed Board have been travelling to other parts of Scotland to help people set up sheds in their area. With the help of Age Scotland there are now more than 30 sheds planned throughout Scotland.

Men coming to the shed do not require any prior training or expertise. Whilst the shed does have men with a lifetime of craft, engineering, and teaching experience, there are also amateur DIY enthusiasts and men who have worked in non-manual jobs.

Councillor Ron McKail who helped in getting the Men’s Shed up and running said: “The success of the Men’s Shed has shown just how much the local community needed this type of project. The community has benefited from the work the men are doing and it has improved the health and wellbeing of men in the area at the same time.”

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The Operation Zenith model of motorcycle safety campaigns is to be rolled out across Scotland following its success in engaging with motorcyclists in the north-east of Scotland.

The scheme aims to reduce the number of collisions involving motorcyclists on Grampian’s roads, by adopting an innovative multi-agency approach to raising awareness of motorcycle safety.

While this is the last year of the initial Operation Zenith campaign, partners are committed to continuing the campaign and are already in discussions about what form it will take in the future.

Police Scotland is adopting the Operation Zenith approach of engaging motorcyclists in a two-way dialogue, raising awareness of safety issues as well as a continued focus on enforcement of criminal behaviour, and the model will be adopted by police divisions across Scotland.

In the north-east Operation Zenith will this year host a number of exciting events to raise awareness of issues affecting bikers on roads in Aberdeen City, Shire and Moray.

Over the summer, police bikers will continue to speak to bikers using the most popular routes, offering advice and handing out a few freebies. A number of ride out events, giving bikers the chance to experience some of Grampian’s greatest roads and get safety tips from expertlytrained police riders will be held through the summer.

of Advanced Motorists (IAM) will be held following the success of the pilot scheme last year.

Operation Zenith is also planning an event later in the year offering manoeuvrability training on the track, a ride out with trained motorcyclists and a raffle for some top motorcycle prizes.

The safety campaign will also have a presence at this year’s Wheels 2014 event at the AECC at the end of the month and Grampian Motorcycle Convention in September.

Police Scotland will continue to target and enforce the minority of irresponsible bikers who choose to ride in a manner which presents a danger to themselves and others. This will be carried out on an intelligence-led basis, and the support of the public in identifying those few is sought in order that we keep people safe whilst travelling on Scotland’s roads.

Operation Zenith is a partnership with Aberdeen City, Shire and Moray Councils, Police Scotland, the North East Safety Camera Partnership (NESCAMP), Community Safety Partnerships, the Scottish Ambulance Service, local motorcycle groups, Transport Scotland, BEAR Scotland, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).

(OperationZenith10) names are, left to right front row:Chief Inspector Derek Hiley, Aberdeenshire Councillor Peter Argyle and Aberdeen City Councillor Angela Taylor, back row: Craig Shirlaw (ShirlawsLtd) , David Meldrum (Scottish Fire and Rescue Service), Nick Simpson (Scottish Ambulance Service) & Mark Bloch (NHS Grampian).

One-day motorcycle training sessions, entitled Be A Better Biker, run by Operation Zenith in partnership with the Institute

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Graham Dawson Body & Paint Shop Ltd is a new family owned Body Shop that opened in July 2013.

Building the business on the philosophy of providing a personal service, Graham will only provide work to a standard he’d be happy with himself, Graham said ‘We want to get to know our customers and gain a reputation for the standard of work provided and for them to get to know this, so that they’ll come back again and again, already we are seeing the benefits of this through recommendations and this is how we want to build and grow our business.’

At the Body Shop we take care of everything your vehicle requires from the body shop, whether it be a car, motorcycle or van or any other requests. We undertake general painting, resprays, body repairs, wheel refurbishment or change of colour, spoiler kits, restorations, stickers, customisation e.g. roof painted different

colour, wing mirror colours and any other body work or painting requested, we’re happy to undertake. We’ve even been known to paint kitchen units! No job is too small, whether it’s a polish out of a small scratch or a complete respray, we’ll undertake a first class job at a competitive price.

We can also offer a flexible service, if through the week is not suitable, we can work around you, just advise us in advance and we can try and accommodate you at an appropriate time where possble.

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introducing ...

mcgregor garrow ARCHITECTS

McGregor Garrow Architects is an Architectural Practice, based in Aberdeen, set up by brothers Ian and Ron McGregor in September 2013.

Ian and Ron began their architectural careers studying at the RGU Scott Sutherland School of Architecture - where both graduated with a Masters Degree - before going on to qualify as Architects. Over the last 10 years, Ian and Ron have gained a range of experience at several practices in Aberdeen, before making the decision to set up their own architectural practice.

Ian and Ron have always had the support of their family, so when it came to setting up the practice, and to build on their grandparents’ legacy, they felt strongly about including Garrow in the name of the practice.

During his career Ian has overseen the completion of many commercial and residential projects. These include the

Woodland Grove development at the former Tor-Na-Dee hospital, in Milltimber, and the Cults Outreach Centre, on North Deeside Road. Ron has completed many successful projects for the helicopter operators at Aberdeen Airport, as well as many residential projects.

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Free Initial Consultation Feasibility Study incl. measurement survey, drawings of existing, and rendered visualisations.

Planning & Building Warrant Submissions Tender & Construction Drawings Developing the specification, and issuing to building contractors.

Contract Administration & Site Inspections Carried out during construction to completion of the project.

McGregor Garrow Architects provide a bespoke service to clients in residential, commercial and public sectors. Having completed work on a range of projects, Ian and Ron have the knowledge and experience to deliver projects on time and on budget. The images shown demonstrate design skills and the ability to produce high quality rendered visualisations, these provide clients with a good understanding of their projects during the design process.

Images (from left to right) Feasibility Study for house extension on Thorngrove Avenue, Ian and Ron attending the Aberdeen Society of Architects Dinner 2014 (photo by Martin Parker Photography -www.martinparkerphotography.co.uk), Approved Planning Application for house extension on Morningside Gardens, Cults Outreach Centre – completed Oct 2013 while at Ian Rodger Architects, Planning Application for house extension on St. John’s Terrace.

Further examples can be seen on the website www.mcgregorgarrow.co.uk Ian and Ron are looking forward to developing the Practice further and working with new clients on a range of exciting and challenging projects.

What's On at the Barn Film: 12 Years a Slave (15) In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty at the hands of a malevolent slave owner, as well as unexpected kindnesses, Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. Date: Wed 16 Apr 2014 At: 7:30PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £4.50 to £5.50 Sokobauno: Albert's Amazing Acrobatic Flea Circus Performed indoors using a purpose built chapiteau, with inspiring original music, amazing puppetry and ingenious slight of hand, prepare to be enthralled and dumbfounded! Date: Thu 17 Apr 2014 At: 2:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £4.50 Curtains Up: Puppet Making Workshop In this full day workshop you'll get the chance to create your own miniature puppet performance from scratch! Date: Fri 18 Apr 2014 At: 10:30AM Venue: MacRobert Hall, Tarland Prices: £13.63 Mairearad and Anna Two of Scotland’s most revered multi-instrumentalists, Mairearad Green (accordion and bagpipes) and Anna Massie (guitar, banjo, fiddle) are a truly captivating duo, providing a highly energetic performance with an instantly warm and friendly stage presence. Date: Sat 19 Apr 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: MacRobert Hall, Tarland Prices: £5.00 to £10.00 Hilary Rosen Exhibition Opening Woodend Barn Gallery is proud to present the new collection of distinctive, contemporary watercolours, oils and linocuts by the international artist Hilary Rosen. It is a celebration of food and flowers, to celebrate Spring and the culture of eating! Date: Tue 22 Apr

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2014 At: 6:00PM Venue: Lang Byre Gallery Film: The Invisible Woman (12A) Nelly, a happily-married mother and schoolteacher, is haunted by her past. Her memories, provoked by remorse and guilt, take us back in time to follow the story of her relationship with Charles Dickens with whom she discovered an exciting but fragile complicity.

Dickens - famous, controlling and emotionally isolated within his success - falls for Nelly, who comes from a family of actors. The theatre is a vital arena for Dickens - a brilliant amateur actor - a man more emotionally coherent on the page or on stage, than in life. As Nelly becomes the focus of Dickens' passion and his muse, for both of them secrecy is the price, and for Nelly a life of "invisibility". Date: Wed 23 Apr 2014 At: 7:30PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £4.50 to £5.50 Hilary Rosen Watercolour Workshop A masterclass in watercolour from Hilary Rosen Date: Thu 24 Apr 2014 At: 9:30AM Venue: Lang Byre Gallery Prices: £36.36 The Witching Hour with Bill Thompson The Witching Hour is a new series of live events, curated by Ross Whyte, which showcases the best in local ambient electronic music. Sessions will also include poetry, theatre, dance and film. Date: Thu 24 Apr 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £6.00 to £8.00 The Winter's Tale: live from the Royal Opera House Christopher Wheeldon produces another original opera, following on from his wonderous Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. This time exploring Shakespeare. Date: Mon 28 Apr 2014 At: 7:15PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £5.00 to

£15.00 Cosi Fan Tutte Encore from the Met Two soldiers wager that their lovers would always be faithful, then trick them into new romances with the help of a scheming housemaid.

Date: Wed 30 Apr 2014 At: 5:55PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £13.00 to £15.00 Occasional Cabaret: The Taking of Zena Charbonne A blistering mix of performance, video and live music. ‘entertaining, challenging and surprising.’ The Herald **** Date: Thu 1 May 2014 At: 7:30PM Venue: Aboyne Theatre Prices: £8.00 to £10.00 Sarah Gillespie and Cats Club Fusing jazz, folk and blues, Sarah Gillespie has built a loyal following over the years performing with her band, Ben Bastin on Double Bass and Mercury nominated Kit Downes on piano. Expect lyrical bite backed by world-class musicianship.

Cat’s Club is led by critically acclaimed singer Cathie Rae featuring some of Scotland’s finest jazz musicians including two award winners; Graeme Stephen on guitar, Paul Harrison on piano/organ and the technically gifted Brazilian bassist Mario Caribe. Date: Fri 2 May 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £12.00 to £14.00 Tommy Smith & Brian Kellock Two of Scotland’s greatest jazz artists, saxophonist Tommy Smith and pianist Brian Kellock, team up to bring you a beautiful and imaginative duo. Not surprisingly, the press has applauded them with phrases such as ‘bewitching layers of delicacy’, full flight, spontaneous invention’ and ‘sheer artistry’.

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European song book. Date: Sat 3 May 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £11.00 to £13.00 Eric Davis Trio Lazy Sunday jazz in Buchanan's Bistro; tasty food, warming atmosphere and excellent music awaits you. Date: Sun 4 May 2014 At: 12:30PM Venue: Buchanans Bistro Hughie Muldoon's Ragtime Jazz and Blues Band Join us for jazz, juleps and jambalaya as we close our Kind of Blue Jazz Weekend in style!

Date: Sun 4 May 2014 At: 4:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £17.82 WMS AGM + Banchory Academy Concert A showcase demonstrating the diverse talents of Banchory Academy music students and the annual AGM of Woodend Music Society. AGM from 12-12.30pm,

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Woodend Music Society welcomes new members – please come along and meet our enthusiastic team who help programme classical music at the Barn. Date: Wed 7 May 2014 At: 12:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Young Chefs After the sellout success of our 2013 Young Chefs workshops, we're hungry (literally) for more cooking. For 7-11 year olds, our popular Young Chefs workshops are for all abilities - novices to aspiring masterchefs! Something for everyone to get their taste buds stuck into!

Block Booking only: Click here to book this class Date: Wed 7 May Wed 28 May 2014 Venue: Buchanans Bistro Film: Under The Skin Under The Skin is the story of an alien in human form. Part road movie, part science fiction, part real, it’s a film about seeing our world through alien eyes. Date: Wed 7 May 2014 At: 7:30PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £4.50 to £5.50

Nuala Kennedy Band with A. J. Roach Traditional singer and flautist Nuala Kennedy grew up playing music in Dundalk, Co. Louth, but it was in Edinburgh that her passion for traditional music was ignited. The combination of the best influences of the two cultures, Scotland and Ireland, is what has made Nuala the artist she is today. Formely of Harem Scarem, she has performed and recorded with American alt-folk icon Will Oldham (Bonnie Prince Billy) and with cutting-edge Canadian composer Oliver Schroer. Date: Fri 9 May 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £5 to £10 La Cenerentola - Rossini - Live from The Met Rossini's Cinderella opera with a stunning performance from Joyce DiDonato. Not to be missed! Date: Sat 10 May 2014 At: 5:55PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £5 to £20

Dancing on Sundays Dive into the free-dance form of th e5 Rhythms (Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness) to find space for being present, for joy and 'Sweating your Prayers'. Led by Martin Julich, accredited Teacher of 5 Rhythms since 1994. Book now Date: Sun 11 May 2014 At: 10:30AM Venue: Woodend Barn 1/21/2014 pls_gazette_ad_(1).pdf

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RSC: Henry IV Part 1 Following his production of Richard II in October 2013, RSC Artistic Director Gregory Doran continues his exploration of Shakespeare’s history plays with Henry IV Parts I and II, an epic, comic and thrilling vision of a nation in turmoil. With his crown under threat from enemies both foreign and domestic, Henry IV prepares for war. Having deposed the previous king, he is only too aware of the tenuousness of his position, and of the price to be paid if he falters. Date: Wed 14 May 2014 At: 7:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £5.00 to £17.00 The Adventures of Alvin Sputnik A highly imaginative one man show telling the story of Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Exlporer Date: Fri 16 May 2014 At: 1:30PM Venue: Aboyne Theatre Prices: £4.50 Tromolo Productions: Biding Time (remix) Biding Time (remix) is a response to Pippa Bailey’s global shared story project Biding Time. It features live music by A Band Called Quinn, film by Uisdean Murray, legendary performance artist Diane Torr & a giant white rabbit. The audience wear silent disco headsets for a truly immersive experience. Date: Sat 17 May 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £5 to £10

Film: The Double Simon is a timid man, scratching out an isolated existence in an indifferent world. He is overlooked at work, scorned by his mother, and ignored by the woman of his dreams. He feels powerless to change any of these things. The arrival of a new co-worker, James, serves to upset the balance. James is both Simon’s exact physical double and his opposite - confident, charismatic and good with women.

To Simon’s horror, James slowly starts taking over his life. Date: Wed 21 May 2014 At: 7:30PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £4.50 to £5.50 Luke Daniels - On Drovers Tracks Luke Daniels returns to Banchory with twelve new songs exploring the nature of ideas, space and time, soul and personal identity all connected to The Scottish Enlightenment and work composed with Matheu Watson as part of the PRSF Biennial award Date: Thu 22 May 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £5 to £10’ Film: The Past Coming back to finalize his divorce procedure, Ahmad, an Iranian man, arrives in Paris after four years to meet his (soon to be) ex-wife and her daughters from her previous marriage. She is in a relationship

with an Arab man named Samir who has a son and whose wife is in a coma. The relationship of the older daughter and her mother is strained because the daughter disapproves of her mother's relationship with Samir. Date: Sat 24 May 2014 At: 7:30PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £4.50 to £5.50 Tales from the Commonwealth by Stephen Montague Exciting new work for children by composer Stephen Montague Date: Fri 30 May 2014 At: 6:30PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £5.00 Budapest Cafe Orchestra Having wowed the audience at Woodend Barn we’re delighted to bring a slice of Budapest to Braemar!

Date: Fri 30 May 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Braemar Village Hall Prices: £8.00 to £10.00 Joan Armatrading Legendary singer Joan Armatrading undertakes her last major tour performing songs from the full span of her career, not to be missed!

Date: Tue 23 Sep 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £25.00 Idlewild Special acoustic show from one of Scotland's best-loved bands Date: Wed 15 Oct 2014 At: 8:00PM Venue: Woodend Barn Prices: £15.00

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Unpaid carers offered opportunity to gain care qualification Aberdeenshire Council are offering unpaid carers the chance to gain a qualification in caring There are currently 16 places available on SVQ Level 2 in Social Services and Healthcare course and Aberdeenshire Council are inviting applications from people who care for a relative, friend, or neighbour.

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There is also the chance to meet and share experiences with other carers and benefit from that support.

Chair of Aberdeenshire Council’s Social Work and Housing Committee Councillor Karen Clark said: “As well as providing training to our own care staff it is important that unpaid carers also have the opportunity to get the best possible support and advice. Achieving an SVQ may help increase their confidence reduce stress and give them a sense of achievement.”

This course is specifically designed for people who support and assist individuals with their physical or emotional care, daily living needs or maintaining their independence.

Chair of Aberdeenshire Council’s Policy and Resources Committee Jim Gifford said: “Recognising and supporting the thousands of unpaid carers who care for and look after their friends and relatives has been and remains a high priority for Aberdeenshire Council.

Offering a qualification in care is just one of the many ways we are helping them.”

There are no formal classes to attend, the course is flexible and will only take one or

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Nails: Gross nails are a no-no. A soft nailbrush and some precision clippers teamed with hand cream work wonders. If your hands are in a bad way consider a manicure. Don’t scoff, a therapist will slough off calluses, push-back your cuticles and buff your nails to a perfect length. Don’t stop at your hands either: feet benefit from TLC too.

Teeth: A great smile falls flat if your breath smells. Brush and floss every day because plaque is persistent. The sticky film of bacteria re-forms within a 24-hour period.

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Body odour: We all have our own body odour, even when we’re clean and fresh. The term BO generally refers to Bad Body Odour (perhaps it should be renamed BBO!). Sadly men are more prone to it because we sweat more. Fresh sweat doesn’t smell unpleasant; it’s bacteria which cause the unpleasant niff.

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2367 (Banchory) Squadron - Air Training Corps

The Air Training corps is a uniformed youth organisation supported by the Royal Air Force. For young people aged 13 and 17. www.2367sqn.org.uk Mon & Thur 7- 9.30pm McCombie Cadet Centre, Woodside Road, Banchory Aberdeen Patchwork & Quilting 01224 310379 The group meet monthly. Consisting of both beginners and more experienced quilters. We have speakers, demonstrations, workshops etc and would welcome new members. usually every third Wednesday in the month at Rubislaw Church Centre - 19.30-21.00 Facebook at aberdeenquilters or e: aberdeenquiltersgroup@gmail.com Awana A free childrens club (Nursery to P7) www.bcfchurch.org.uk Wed, 6.00 7.30pm Banchory Christian Fellowship Church, Burn of Bennie, Banchory Banchory & District Bridge Club For new people coming into the district, we can help with a bridge partner Tuesday, 6.50pm for 7pm start Burnett Arms Hotel, Banchory Banchory & District Round Table For men aged 18 - 45 years www.bad-rt.org Thursday, 7pm for 7.30pm Every 1st and 3rd Thursday, Banchory Lodge Hotel, Banchory Banchory Boys Football Club www.banchoryboysclub.co.uk Last Sunday of the month, 7pm Caters for children from last year in nursery to P7 for Saturday training sessions from 10 - 11.30am at KGV Park Banchory and then for development and competitive teams from U8 to U19 levels Banchory British Legion Banchory Community Badminton Club All abilities and ages welcome, Friday, 10-11.30am, Banchory Sports Centre Banchory Cricket Club Cricket available from 8 years of age through to seniors Burnett Park, Banchory Banchory East Badminton Club For age 14 years and upwards. Mon, 8-10pm, Banchory Academy Games Hall Banchory Gymnastics Club Girls from Primary 2 upwards. Waiting list in operation Tuesday , 3.30pm 5pm Banchory Sports Centre Banchory Hatha Yoga Dalvenie Gardens Resource Centre , Wed 7-9pm Suitable for beginners and experienced Please contact Lisa Tayloryogalisa@hotmail.co.uk 077915 89503 Banchory Morris Men Telephone 01330 822320 Lively dancing with stick, bells, etc. (and not just English, we also do Scottish dances at Crathes Village Hall - 815pm on a Tuesday.

Banchory Pipeband We are a non competing pipeband who welcome complete beginners to experienced musicians of all ages. Our practice is held on Wed between 7-9pm at the Banchory Royal British Legion.

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Banchory Singers are a mixed voice Community Choir. Meet at the community centre at Banchory Academy Raemoir Road Banchory AB31 5TQ each Wednesday evening during school term time. 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm. Further info about the choir can be found on www.banchorysingers.co.uk Banchory Senior Citizens Club Our club meets at the Banchory Primary School Hall at 7.15pm on the first Tuesday of each month between Sept & June. We aim to provide an hour of musical entertainment, we also arrange a summer outing and a Christmas

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party. If you are 60 years plus why not contact us for more information on either of the follownig numbers - 01330-822977 or 01330 824318 Banchory Sports Centre Banchory, AB315XP Phone: 01330 825269 E: banchory.sportscentre@aberdeenshire.gov.uk Banchory St Ternan Football Club www.eteamz.com/banchorystternan Tuesday, Thursday , 7 - 9pm Games on Saturday 1pm Milton Park, Crathes Banchory Stonehaven Athletic Club For ages: 9 years to adult www.banchorystonehavenac.co.uk Monday Mackie Academy, Slug Road, Stonehaven, AB39 3DF Banchory Trampoline Club.

We teach from Pre-School to youth, from beginner to excellence. Sessions most days at Banchory Sports Centre.

Contact; John Wills at johnj.gwills@btinternet.com Banchory Volleyball Club We are a mixed group & have an adult section (age S4 +) which meets on a Thursday evening starting at 7.30pm - 9.45pm and a junior section (ages S1 - S3) which meets on a Monday starting at 6.00pm - 7.30pm. Both groups meet in Banchory Academy games hall. The purpose is to understand & enjoy the game of volleyball and all abilities are welcome. Qualified coaches take both sessions. Find us on Facebook - Banchory Volleyball Club.

Birse Community Trust Exists to promote the common good of the inhabitants of Birse Parish and deliver wider public benefits. www.birsecommunitytrust.org.uk The Old Schoolhouse, Finzean Birse Community Trust Exists to promote the common good of the inhabitants of Birse Parish and deliver wider public benefits. www.birsecommunitytrust.org.uk The Old Schoolhouse, Finzean Campfield & Glassel WRI 1st Tuesday of each month. September - April, 7.30pm , Glassel Hall, Glassel City of Roses (Sweet Adelines International) Ladies singing group. Being able to read music an advantage but not necessary cityofroseschorus.co.uk Mon, 7.15-10.00pm Drumoak Church Hall, Drumoak Corse SWRI Tuesday, Evening , 3rd Tuesday of the month Corse Hall, Corse, Lumphanan Deeside Childrens Music Group From 9 - 15 years, Thursday, 4pm - 5.30pm In term time only, Aboyne Academy, Aboyne Deeside Community Transport Two community minibuses for hire by community groups and non-profit groups. Both 17 seats and wheelchair adaptable. Charges are ÂŁ1.00 per mile (as at July 2012), with a minimum invoice of ÂŁ20.00.

Deeside Gliding Club Instruction available to all ages groups (subject to a minimum weight / height) in flying gliders. New members welcome www.deesideglidingclub.co.uk Deeside Heritage Society Disabled access. Members and guests welcome. Tea and Coffee available.

Third Wednesday of month, September to March, Bowling Club Pavilion

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clubs and classes...

Deeside Hillwalking Club An informal but active group, based around Banchory who focus on climbing munros and corbetts around Scotland. Minimum age 18 years We have a programme of events throughout the year, meeting approximately every 3rd weekend Deeside Musical Society We cater for ages 16 years onwards, but depending on productions we also cater for children e.g. if we are performing a pantomime. Fees £40 per session, concessions £30. Monday, 7.30pm Aboyne Academy Community Centre Deeside Orchestra Any age from 16 years and upwards. http://www.deeside-orchestra.co.uk Tuesday, 7.30-9.45pm Victory Hall. Ballater Road Aboyne Deeside Rugby Football Club Membership is open to all abilities and ages. Games and training at Woodend Playing Fields, Banchory. For Matches and Training Times www.deeside-rfc.co.uk Deeside School of Dance All types of class and singing and drama from 3yrs to adult Rdsd.co.uk Mon-Sat, Hill of Banchory South Banchory Deeside Youth Musical Theatre Age range 10 - 17 years. Theatre and musicals group performing one show per year usually in March Thurs, 6.30 - 8.00pm Deeside Community Centre Deeside Steam & Vintage Club Promotes the collection of steam and vintage machinery. Various events in the summer months from tractor runs to our annual rally The Deeside Village Hopper service is open to everyone! A scheduled service running Mon-Friday.

Please call for details 013398 85222, or see: www.mid-deeside.org.uk.

Deeside Writers First meeting free. £2 per meeting thereafter. Annual membership £10 www.deesidewriters.co.uk Tuesday, 7.30pm 3rd Tuesday of the month Woodend Barn, Banchory Drumoak & Durris Playgroup Tuesday-Friday mornings, 9.15am-11.15am Crossroads Nursery, Slug Road, Banchory drumoakanddurrisplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk Drumoak Durris Crathes Bowling Club Fees: Outdoor £50. Indoor £15, Juniors £12, Young Bowlers £25, Hats £1.50 Hat nights / Afternoons Tues & Frid 7pm or Wed & Sat 2pm. All ages welcome. Bowling Pavilion, Off North Deeside Road, Drumoak Durris Junior Agricultural Club Fees - depends on the age. Ages 14-26 to compete in competitions Varies, Usually 7.30pm Kirkton Hall, Durris Durris SWRI Disabled access. Fees £12 per year. Monday , 7.30pm 2nd Monday of the month Kirkton Hall, Durris Finzean : The Jolly Singers Finzean Hall Weds. 7.30 – 8.30 Bach to Berlin, via Berlioz and Burns.

Small group (mostly a capella) welcomes non readers. Louise 01330 850323

Finzean SWRI Thursday, 7.30pm 3rd Thur of every month from Sept until April Finzean Hall, Finzean Fitness for the Over 50s Monday, 11am - 12.30pm Weekly, Sept to June, Victory Hall, Aboyne Footstars A fun football and fitness activity for boys and girls aged 2-6 years.

Currently running sessions 7 days a week in Banchory, Stonehaven and Westhill www.footstars.co.uk Friends of Durris Forests We work closely with Forestry Commission Scotland to monitor the use, accessibility and state of Durris Forest and its outliers. www.friendsofdurrisforests.co.uk Girlguiding - Banchory 3 Rainbow Units aged 5-7, 4 Brownie Units aged 7-10 and 3 Guide Units aged 10-14 but due to Waiting Lists we would like to open further Units when we can get the Volunteer Leaders www. girlguiding.org.uk The Kerloch Flyers Club We are a small group of aeromodellers based in Banchory, but our flying field is near the Kerloch hill, hence our title. The club is affiliated to the Scottish Aeromodellers’ Association. Anyone who is interested should contact Sandy on 01330 825301.

Metafit Exercise Class 30 minute group exercise class. Monday evenings 7:30pm, Alexandra Park Banchory. £5pp Noahs Ark From Bumps to 3 years of age. Mums have opportunity for a coffee and a blether! Friday, 10am-12 West Church Hall, Banchory Raemoir WRI For any age, Tuesday, 7pm, Third Tuesday of the month, Dalvenie Gardens Resource Centre, Raemoir Lane, Banchory Rotary Club of Aboyne and Upper Deeside Meets on Monday evenings, alternating between the Boat Inn Aboyne and the Glen Lui Hotel Ballater. Guests welcome. For more information see us on Facebook and/or contact Mike Powell on 013398 86369 or mike.powell21@tiscali.co.uk Rotary Club of Banchory Ternan Open to all rotarians. www.banchory-ternan-rotary.com Wednesday, 6.15pm for 6.30pm The Burnett Arms Hotel, Banchory Royal Deeside 41 Club Friday - First Friday each month Burnett Arms Hotel, Banchory Royal Deeside Railway Preservation Society Railway restoration & working railway. All welcome www.deeside-railway.co.uk Mon,Tues, Fri, Sat, Sun, Daytime Light and heavy volunteer work available Milton of Crathes Visitor Centre, Crathes Saltire Tae Kwon-do Academies Age specific programmes. Ninja Kidz (4-6 yrs), Dragon Warriors (7-9 yrs), Juniors (10 - 12 yrs), Youth/Seniors (13+yrs) and Korean Kickboxing www.saltiretkd.com/ Scottish Accordion Music Group Sunday, 2nd Sunday of month Kirkton Hall, Durris

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Script to Screen & Stage Drama & Film classes for children of 7-12 years of age. Aboyne Class held in Victory Hall Thursday 4pm-6.30pm Banchory Classes held in Banchory Guide Hut 4pm -6pm & 6.15pm - 8.15pm Tel:01339 886265 email: s.2.s.and.stage@gmail.com www.script2screenandstage.co.uk Soft furnishing class in the Inchmarlo Hall Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. I take 10 persons in each class and they can make anything from a cushion - chairs. Classes run in school term approximately 10 weeks. Contact Moira : 01330822984 Splat 0-5 s Music Group Children aged 0 - 5 years invited with carers. Fee: 50p per family.

Disabled access & facilities Wed 2pm - 3.15pm Term time only Drumoak Church Hall Strachan SWRI Ladies of all ages - £16 annual fee. Meet every third Thursday of the month. 7.30pm at Strachan Village Hall - Sept to May Tel : 01330 850442 Tai Chi Aberdeenshire For information about classes, tuition for groups or individuals, view the website. Instructor member of Tai Chi Union for GB www.taichiaberdeenshire.co.uk Take a Seat Adapted seated classes of Tai Chi (Tai Ji) and Chi Gung (Qi Gong) for people who are unable to stand to exercise www.takeaseat.org.uk Tarland Film Club Monthly films chosen by you. BYO snacks/refreshments. Open to those aged over 18 years in the Tarland area. Held in the upstairs room at the MacRobert Hall. Email: tarlandfilmgroup@hotmail.co.uk, or telephone 07880 935803. Facebook under ‘Tarland film-group’.

Tom-Toms Singing group for Mums and carers from birth to 4 years. Fees £2 per family per week. 2 sessions ; 10 - 10.30, then 10.30 - 11 am. After each session refreshments are available. This is a busy group please call first.

Banchory Ternan East Church Halls, www.banchoryeastchurch.org Tooters Music classes for young children in 3 age groups, Tooter Tots 0 - 2, Tooters 2 - 5 & Toots P1 & P2. Activities include singing, games, movement and instrument activities. tootersonline.co.uk White Crane Tai Chi Classes in Tai Chi (Tai Ji) and Chi Gung (Qi Gong). Established 2000 www.takeaseat.org.uk 7pm Banchory classes held on a Monday, Woodside Playgroup For children aged 2years 10 months to 4 years Daily, 9.30am-12 noon 12.45-3.15pm Burnett Park Pavilion, Banchory

Classes outwith the area...

Ceilidh Classes: First Tuesday each month at South St Nicholas Church in Kincorth 7:30 - 9:00 - £5 each session. Please call to check venue which may change from January. 2014: 4th Mar For more info www.aberdeenrscds.co.uk or call 01224 636 128.

Scottish Country Dancing classes for all levels (Introductory through Social to Advanced & Demo) Various venues around Aberdeen www.aberdeenrscds.co.uk or call 01224 636 128.

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Aboyne 50+ Ramblers Walking group for the over 50s. Walks normally between 5 - 10 miles Friday, 10am Car Park, Deeside Community Centre Aboyne Baby and Toddler Group Friday, 10am-11.30am Babies and Toddlers 0-3 years Deeside Comunity Education Centre, Aboyne Aboyne Badminton Club Ages catered for 25 yrs+.Play all year round.£3 per player per night. £40 half year membership Tuesday, 7.15 - 8.45pm Aboyne Community Centre Aboyne Bowling Club Disabled Access. During summer Aboyne Bowling Club Aboyne Craft Club Disabled access, for all ages and all abilities. Bi-annual exhibition, speakers, outings, demonstrations,outings and fun! Wed 10-12noon Aboyne Bowling Club Pavilion Aboyne Playgroup For ages from 2 to 3 and a quarter years. £7 per session, £5 concession for second child Tuesday - Thursday, 9.30am - 11.25am Gallery in the Deeside Community Education Centre, Aboyne Aboyne Primary School Chess Club Primary 4 - 7 aged children. Disabled Access. Monday, 3.15pm - 4pm Term time only Aboyne Primary School Aboyne & District Probus Club For retired professional & businessmen. Club meets fortnightly on the second and last Tuesday of the month at 10:00 for 10:30 in Victory Hall, Aboyne from September to April.

AboyneTennis Club Further information regarding coaching, competitive tennis, social tennis and social events can be found on our website www.aboynetennis.net Aboyne Youth Group For ages 12-18 years. Drop in, tuck shop, pool table etc. Free Friday, 7pm - 9.45 pm Term time only Deeside Community Education Centre, Aboyne Fitsteps - Fitness that’s ‘strictly’ Fun Classes : Kinord Hall Dinnet -Tues 8pm; Inchmarlo Hall-Wed 7pm Kinord Hall Dinnet -Thurs 10am Enquiries - Danielle 07741258390 Upper Deeside Art Society Annual fee of £18.00, individual workshop fee of £20.00. Talks cover a range of arts related subjects, while the workshops cater for a variety of mediums and subjects. www.udas.org.uk Friday, 2pm Monthly, also monthly Saturday workshops Aboyne Bowling Club Northern Arts Club 8 Bon Accord Square, Abdn, Tel : 01224 586928 Drop in Classes - Wed & Fri 10-12noon Classes run throughout the year. Cost £50 per year.

Tutor session once a month additional cost £6. Suitable for all abilities, tel Jacqueline 07597 126739 New Classes - Oil Painting & Life Drawing www.northernartsclub.co.uk Sat Life Drawing Class 10am-1pm Tutor Ian Smart contact 01224 484040 Bridge Tuition Beginner & Intermediate - Thurs evening - Margaret 01224 868230

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