Konect Calders August 2016

AUGUST 2016

FEATUREs

There was a soldier – West Lothian’s experience of the First World War Charity of the Month – New Directions – local services for adults with disabilites s& Offer ers h c u o v cal from lo ses s e busin

plus local businesses, community information and more!

East and Mid Calder, Kirknewton & Pumpherston

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REGULARS Homes Thought for the Month Gardens Char ity of the month Visit West Lothian Recipe Parenting in West Lothian

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COMPETITIONS & PUZZLES Crossword Sudoku

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COMMUNITY What’s on & Useful Information Clubs & Classes

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nce again I’ve been impressed this month while doing the editorial interviews by the huge amount of talent and energy locally; a unique show commemorating West Lothian’s experience of the First World War will be shown at the Edinburgh Fringe this month, written and performed by a local cast, see pages 8-9 and make sure you get tickets for the show at Stockbridge Church. And the Charity of the Month is a small volunteer-run charity based in Livingston Village providing essential quality-of-life services for disabled adults locally, see page 38.

If you have an event on in the next couple of months that you’d like to promote to the local community, or if you’re involved in a club or hobby group, please let me know and we’ll make sure it’s included next month in the community pages at the back of the magazine.

Thanks for reading Konect and supporting local businesses and organisations.

Helen-Jane, Editor hj@konectdirectory.co.uk

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“There was a Soldier...” or “West Lothian Far from Ypres” Did you know that work on Beecraigs Loch was started by German prisoners-of-war during the First World War, but due to their unwillingness to work the job was given to conscientious objectors instead?

This is just one of many snippets of information on West Lothian’s experience of war that two local people painstakingly researched in order to put together a show to commemorate West Lothian’s own war centenary from 2014 to 2018. Showing this summer for the third year running, and for the first time at The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, “There was a Soldier...” is a unique show that pays tribute to the people of West Lothian in World War 1 and Bangour, the War Hospital. I met Liz Reid and Mary Boylan over coffee at their favourite cafe - Williamson’s Garden Centre in Uphall - to learn about how the show came about.

“We were clearing out my late aunt’s house a few years ago, and came across a bundle of letters addressed to her from a young soldier in WW1. Tied with a faded pink string, the letters and memorabilia from her sweetheart on the front line entranced us.” Mary and Liz became engrossed in the story of the young man, David Wallace Dinwoodie. At the bottom of the bundle came the almost-inevitable black-bordered envelope announcing his death in action.

“We researched and visited his grave in France, which led us to discovering much about the effects of the war here in West Lothian - about the young men who left with such enthusiasm and didn’t return,” explains Liz. “Then a few years ago we saw a show in Glasgow called Far from Ypres, written by Ian McCalman. Ian made the format of the show freely available to anyone wanting to produce a similar story about the war in their own area.” So Mary, a retired police officer and Liz, a retired music teacher, set about researching West 8

Lothian’s experience of war. The resulting musical show features David as the main character, and incorporates two songs written in an old jotter by George Coyle, in Flanders 100 years ago. “George came from Broxburn. Reading his good-humoured songs written on the front line, you can imagine he must have been an inspiring and positive man to be with in those terrible conditions,” Mary said.

“Tunes for them just came to me one day, Liz wrote them down, and Broxburn teenagers Lucas Rodger and Sam Malone sing them in the show.

The cast of twenty features young singers from Broxburn Academy and St. Margaret’s Academy, piper Callum Davidson and drummer Reed Cameron, who are all ages with the young men who left West Lothian for war. Callum and Reed are members of Peoples Ford Boghall and Bathgate Caledonian Pipe Band. They are joined by local groups “Tryst,” a female harmony trio, including Liz herself, folk duos Cockleroy from Linlithgow, and Iolaire from Bo’ness. Mary works frantically frontof-house to keep it all running smoothly.

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The show commemorates:

• The Linlithgowshire Cyclists Battalion who left on their bicycles from Bathgate to protect the East Coast.

• The women of West Calder who worked in the munitions factories with chemicals which turned their skin yellow, thus they were known as Canaries.

• Members of Broxburn Band who all volunteered together and the young father of six from Broxburn whose belongings were returned to his family including a jotter of humorous songs he had written.

• Men volunteered from all walks of life - Uphall shale oil worker Robert Beveridge, Broxburn police sergeant James Lyall, Col. Shairp of Houston House – all lost their lives.

• The Forth Rail Bridge area was blacked out to avoid being bombed, so there were many accidents on the surrounding roads as folk simply couldn’t see.

PictureS: Top: 2nd Lieut. David Wallace Dinwoodie. Bottom: Four very talented teenagers performing at the show in Bathgate Regal.

Some of the cast (including cardboard cut-outs) after the show in St Margaret’s Academy.

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Bangour Village Hospital at Dechmont, originally built for mental health patients, was used as a War Hospital, with wounded men being brought from Southampton by Red Cross train straight through Edinburgh Waverley and out to Bangour Station. (Broxburn man Peter Duffy wrote two songs specially for the show, one of them, ‘Heading to Bangour’, about the Red Cross train.) Tents were required to house the eventual 3,000 patients in the hospital originally designed for 800. Volunteers from the surrounding towns helped with after-care for the men, including putting on concerts, and world famous entertainer Sir Harry Lauder performed there a few times.

“My aunt eventually married at the age of 50,” muses Liz. “We never knew about the years of pain and loss she must have felt from losing her sweetheart in the war until we found these letters.”

‘There was a Soldier...’, previously at Bathgate Regal Theatre, will be performed at Stockbridge Church on 16th and 17th August, 3pm and 7pm.

Tickets are available from The Fringe Box Office and from Dechmont Shop EH52 6LG. All proceeds will be donated to two groups: a project to have the names of all local war dead engraved onto a board beside the Broxburn War memorial; and the Broxburn Family History group who are researching all local people who went to war.

In order to put the show on for the other two centenary years 2017 and 2018, they urgently need sponsorship and support, financial and practical. If you can help in any way Liz will be delighted to hear from you, please contact her on 07907 550120.

Thanks to supporters Bathgate Film Society, West

Lothian History Library, West Lothian Archives, MacDonald Kiltmakers, Josh Brown (lighting) and Sandy Crawford (sound), and former sponsors Alan Steel Asset Management, Arnold Clark Automobiles, West Lothian Council, Boghall Butchers, Stein Butchers, The Oatridge Hotel, The Halfway House, The Green Tree, and Mark Wallace Cars.

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In the 80’s, ‘Money for Nothing’ referred to a number 1 hit by Dire Straits. The phrase has now become synonymous with the BBC1 programme which sees presenter Sarah Moore scouring the rubbish dumps of Britain to find three objects, destined for landfill, which she then transforms into items that furniture dealers go cock-a-hoop for.

Only in London’s trendy art circle will you find someone willing to pay hundreds of pounds for an iron manhole cover which has been lovingly re-created into a pink bedroom vanity table. Yes, up-cycling is the new buzz word but it means a bit more than finding a wood-worm riddled dining-chair and passing it off as an objet d’art. There’s a bit of elbow grease and know-how involved but with some pointers you can give some old furniture a new lease of life and save some cash into the bargain.

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Car boot sales are a good option if you’re prepared to haggle. Charity shops have sprung up everywhere and there are loads of antique shops where you can still pick up some bargains. Chairs with Queen Anne legs (although whether she actually had legs that shape is debatable), and retro style coffee tables, yearning to be loved, are there if you’re prepared to look. Another good place to shop is at reclamation yards where you can pick up real bargains. Also check out if your local area has a Facebook ‘For Sale, Free or Wanted’ page. Most people getting rid of items on these pages generally look for local currency wine or chocolate – in exchange for chests of drawers.

Stripping your item You don’t have

to strip your furniture but if you do decide to, then use a good quality varnish remover such as Blackfriars which you can buy online or from your local hardware store. If you want to sand it instead you can hire an orbital sander from the Bathgate Hire Centre in Blackburn Road. If you Google ‘How to strip furniture,’ you’ll get loads of tips and there are You Tube videos showing you how it’s done. Make sure you type in the word ‘furniture’ when searching online though, or you’ll get different results entirely.

Finishing your item There are many

ways to finish your work of art. Re-covering an old chair in fabric, or painting a table instead of re-varnishing can look stunning.

All big-name brands produce one-coat paint specifically for the job and B&Q have their own make called Rust-oleum which comes in a chalky finish for a distressed look. Stencilling is another way to create a unique item of furniture especially if it’s plain. A pine chest of drawers for example, can be turned into something really special with the right colour of paint, some stencilling and a quirky set of handles you can pick up from reclamation yards or even TK Maxx. Have fun!

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CHARLES GAS CALOR GAS STOCKLIST Next to Clifton Garage, East Calder, EH53 0HS

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Murieston & Mid Calder Private Hire “Our business is picking up”

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Artis – Dental and Implant Studio

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Artis opened its doors in Balerno during July to cater for a growing patient list and to provide services for the disabled and elderly.

Brian Clough, Principal Dentist of Balerno Dental Care, has transformed the former bank building to create a custom-made dental practice.

He added: “When the former Royal Bank building became available it was a perfect opportunity to provide a wider range of services.

“The new premises will cater for National Health Service (NHS) and private dental treatment as well as dental implants, cosmetic treatment, facial rejuvenation and aesthetics.”

He added: “Artis means art and teeth are, in a sense, a work of art. The name was chosen because, as dentists, our skill and craft is to create and preserve this art form as best we can.

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“The new practice opened in July and we will continue to work in close harmony with local projects and services. Operating from the new building instead of a first floor property will help us strengthen these links.”

He revealed that official opening day/s will be held so local families can visit and details will be issued via the practice website at www. artisdental.co.uk, visit our Facebook page or call the practice on 0131 449 5545.

Mr Clough added: “I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to all the local residents and local businesses/services for all the support and loyalty they have shown us.

“Without it, none of this could have been achieved and I look forward to welcoming you to Artis.”

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Below: Brian Clough of Balerno Dental Care. Photo by Nigel Duncan Media.

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Home comforts: There is always something we miss about home, a proper cuppa, a comfy bed or a nice soak in the bath – so when you get home enjoy your home comforts and appreciate what you have missed.

Reminisce with your holiday buddies: Have a party with the people you went away with and share photos and memories, have a laugh as you look back at the fun you had.

Summertime blues...

By Tammy Wood, Happiness Works

We all feel a bit down when we get back from our summer holidays and have to get back to the usual routine so here are a few tips to help you get over the holiday blues.

Be pro-active: Unpack as soon as possible and get everyone involved in the washing and putting away so that it doesn’t become a mundane task just for you.

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Fresh air: Go outside, yes the Scottish weather is not always the best but make an effort to go out and have some fun, go to the park, have a picnic, take a walk in the woods.

Small reminders: Buy food and drink that remind you of your holiday, make an evening of it.

Outings: Plan outings to museums, theatres, art galleries etc, there is a list of activities in the Konect magazine.

Get involved: Join a local group so that you have a regular activity to look forward to, this is a great way to meet people and socialise. Art for the heart is on fortnightly in the Green Room in Kirknewton and is based on art therapy.

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Kirknewton helps launch Big Lottery Community Asset fund

Last month staff from the Big Lottery Fund joined Kirknewton Community Development Trust to find out more about our fantastic resource centre, the Green Room, and the impact it’s having at a local level.

Welcoming them, Martin Hall of Kirknewton Community Development Trust, said: “We were delighted to have Big Lottery Fund staff visit us to see and hear about the difference our communityowned building makes to the lives of local people.”

The Kirknewton Community Development Trust received £433,120 of Big Lottery funding to complete the internal fit-out and maintenance costs of the Green Room, which incorporates renewable technology. It is used as a community meeting and training space providing energy advice, volunteering opportunities, training and youth activities.

Other community-led groups across Edinburgh and the Lothians are being encouraged to apply to a new multi-million pound fund called Community Assets, which will allow communities to buy, manage or develop buildings or land. Between now 24

and 2020 up to £45 million of Big Lottery Fund cash will be available to support community-led projects to develop or build assets for their community use. Groups can apply for grants from £10,000 to £1 million and, where needed, will receive professional technical support and advice from Community Asset mentors to turn their project ideas into reality.

Launching Community Assets, Maureen McGinn, Big Lottery Fund Scotland Chair, said: “This is new funding which will allow even more communities to follow in the footsteps of organisations like Kirknewton Community Development Trust. The Big Lottery Fund has 15 years of experience in supporting local communities to take greater control of their futures through the acquisition, management and development of local assets. And we know the positive difference this can make.

Community Assets is part of a wider funding offering here in Scotland aimed at supporting activity which is people-centred, strengths based and has good local connections. There is strong appetite in communities across Scotland to purchase and develop local assets which can bring huge, lasting benefits such as sustaining jobs and helping connect people to activities and services.”

Big Lottery Fund is the leading non statutory funder of the voluntary and community sector and since 2006 has awarded over £768 million to over 27,000 projects here in Scotland.

Between now and 2020, the Big Lottery Fund in Scotland has £250 million to support people and communities dealing with challenging circumstances. Community Assets is the third and final stream of funding to open following the launch of Improving Lives and Community Led in November 2015.

If a group has an idea for Community Assets funding email us at advicescotland@biglotteryfund. org.uk to discuss your proposal.

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Porteous Funeral Directors - New Premises charge, to local community groups for meetings.

Our already well-established premises at 553 Lanark Road is now a showroom for headstones and other memorial products.

Our newly-opened, purpose-built premises at 589 Lanark Road in Juniper Green now offer a comprehensive service for families within the local community.

Our bright modern facilities provide a peaceful setting where you can discuss arrangements and spend time with your loved one if you wish.

We are also proud to offer families the use of a dedicated Service Room which seats up to 60 people and has audio visual and web-casting options.

We know that business hours are difficult for some, so we are also open on a Saturday from 9am to 1pm and are available on Saturday afternoons and Sundays by appointment.

Alternatively, you may feel more comfortable within your own surroundings, so we are happy to meet you at home at a time that is convenient for you.

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Enjoy the summer with these garden furniture ideas The Kinks had the right idea; nothing beats lazing on a sunny afternoon in the summertime.

We’re not exactly blessed with a multitude of hot days in Scotland so when we do get one it’s good to make the most of it. So how do you spend your time? Entertaining friends over a barbecued brunch? Soaking up the sun by yourself, or with close family? Whatever you prefer to do here are a few suggestions for some excellent quality garden furniture and accessories that will make those precious few hours’ relaxation, all the more luxurious.

Rattan is all the rage Rattan is an extremely popular garden furniture choice and with good reason. Its woven appearance and clean lines deliver a cool, sophisticated look that conjures up poolside drinks at exotic hotels.

Rattan furniture is available in a wide range of colours. It can also be natural or synthetic and to be honest, it’s difficult to tell the two apart. The big difference however is in the durability. Natural rattan isn’t made for prolonged outdoor use. The sun can drastically alter the colours, and mould can set in if it gets continually wet so it’s essential to either cover it when not in use, or store it away during the winter months. On the other hand, synthetic rattan furniture can be left outdoors every day of the year. Rattan furniture can be bought locally at Dobbies in Livingston or from locally-based online company Greenfingers.com.

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The heat is on As the nights start to get a bit cooler a firepit, or patio heater could be a wise investment which will allow you to entertain guests well into the night. Firepits and chimineas come in various styles and can burn a selection of fuels including wood and coal. For those who really can’t be bothered getting in touch with their inner Bear Grylls, there are always the gas versions. Patio heaters are extremely effective when the sun goes down. You don’t even have to invest in a full-sized one either, as many stores now sell table-top patio heaters which are easy to store away when not in use. If you have a summerhouse which gets bitterly cold in winter, maybe you should think of installing a woodburning or multi-fuel stove. West Lothian-based Wood Burning Installations will make sure you stay warm and cosy in your man-cave or she-shed well into the wee, small hours.

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Charity of the Month

New Directions is a West Lothian, charitable organisation that provides services for adults with learning, physical or mental disabilities.

They currently need some practical help with their premises in Livingston Village, so in order to get some publicity for them I met with volunteer Lisa Stevenson from Bathgate to find out more about the charity and what their current projects are.

“We run various timetabled groups throughout the week, such as Zumba, arts, drama and a Friday lunch club, to name a few,” she says. “We also provide 1:1 support for people to access community activities and resources, participate in everyday living and practical tasks, manage health and well-being, improve skills, achieve independence and make new friends.” New Directions’ services are available for adults locally who have any kind of physical or mental disability, such as a brain injury or Downs Syndrome for example. They operate from their premises at Bloom House, Livingston Village, where there is an activity room with computers, and a kitchen where services users prepare their lunch for the Friday lunch group.

The charity’s services are recommended by Social Services, or you can self-refer if you have a family member or friend who you feel would benefit from the services.

The current focus is to tidy up the large garden at Bloom House so they can develop a vegetable patch and run a gardening group next year, as well as add a sensory garden and a picnic area. “At this stage we need manpower to tidy the garden up” explains Lisa, “Then we’ll be relying on donations of materials to build the raised beds and furnish the garden.” If you can lend a hand to do some garden clearing, New Directions would love to hear from you! If you are a local business and can donate plants, materials, garden furniture

Bloom House is an attractive old farm house which provides a nice environment, but it does require a lot of maintenance and New Projects is grateful to the following businesses for recent donations: - Crown Paints in Houston Industrial Estate - Green Fingers for Garden Furniture - N&P Flooring in Bathgate - GAP Plant and Tool Hire New Directions West Lothian

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New Directions receives a little funding from the council but relies primarily on donations, sponsorship from local businesses and fundraising activities in order to keep going, maintain their premises and run the groups that are a life-line for many local disabled people. There is a small fee for the group activities and for other support services to help recover costs.

or anything else relevant to the garden project, please also contact New Directions at the contact details above. All help gratefully received.

New Directions also urgently needs support workers to join the team to support service users both out in the community and at Bloom House. If you have an SVQ Level 2 qualification in Social Care, and a few hours to spare, please contact new Directions at the contact details in the box above.

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WHAT’S ON and Useful Information Daily until Monday 22nd August

Nibblers & Dibblers at Almond Valley Farm Head for the vegetable patch this summer, and experience the joys of planting and seeding, watering and weeding down in the kitchen garden. Discover the secrets of the super-fresh fruit and vegetables that are grown to supply our tearoom, and join in with the fun of tending the crops. Every day throughout the school holidays, in the discovery tent beside the polytunnel, the informal drop-in workshops combine some simple gardening tasks with a range of food and farm-related crafts, trails and games suitable for children of all ages. Sessions take place between 1.30 and 2.30 each day, and there’s no need to book in advance.

Sunday 14th August

Canal Fun Day Linlilthgow Canal Centre, Manse Road Basin Annual fun day, from 1pm. Variety of stalls in Learmonth Gardens, Cardboard Boat Race, Punch & Judy show, face painting, musical entertainment, canal boat trips, free ferry taking visitors from one side of the basin to the other.

Water Safety demonstration by International Rescue Corps, light refreshments, barbecue, ice cream.

Wednesday 17th August

Wonderful Wild Wednesday East Calder Join the West Lothian Ranger Service and other organisations for a day of nature inspired activities, crafts, games and more in parks around West Lothian. Suitable for: Families Meet: East Calder Football Club Park, near East Calder Medical Practice. Time: drop in between 11am-3pm. Cost: free.

Friday 26th August

European Bat Weekend - Bat Walk An after dark walk with the Rangers, looking and listening for bats and other creatures of the night! Suitable for: All. Meet: Almondell Visitor Centre. Time: Details on booking, please call the Rangers on 01506 882254, email: almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk to book. Cost: £3.65 adult, £2.50 child Sunday 28th August

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Come and pick up some of our freshly grown seasonal produce. See the woodland in its late summer colours or just enjoy something from our refreshments stall. For more details and other events throughout the year check out the Facebook page – Polbeth and West Calder Community Gardens. Suitable for: All. Meet: Garden for Life, Limefield Road, West Calder.

Time: 2pm-4pm. Cost: FREE. Howden Park Centre has a busy programme of events including live music, dance, theatre, workshops and exhibitions. See their website at www.howdenparkcentre. co.uk for complete up to date listing or contact the box office: 01506 777666.

Access 2 employment Job Club. Kirknewton Green Room, Fridays, 9.30am-1pm. Contact Fraser on 07899 063971.

Community Councils East Calder and District Community Council meet the first Tuesday of every month (except July) at 19:00 in East Calder Community Education Centre. Tues 2nd June, Tues 4th Aug, Tues 8th Sept.

Kirknewton Community Council meet on the second Tuesday of each month (except July) at 6.45pm in the Green Room on the Main Street.

All welcome.

Mid Calder Community Council meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7.30pm (except July and August) in Institute Hall, 15 Market Street, Mid Calder.

Pumpherston Community Council meet on the first Tuesday of each month at Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School at 7pm ~ All meetings are open to the public and we would be delighted to see you. www. pumpherstoncc.org/

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August – End the summer in Style The end of summer is fast approaching and autumn will be here soon, bringing with it colder weather and darker nights, so make the most of the sun (if we are blessed with any) and spend it enjoying the beauties of West Lothian! Whether you are trying to find activities to entertain the kids during the holidays, or you are looking to let your hair down after a long week at work, West Lothian has it covered.

Why not take a picnic to Almondell & Calderwood Country Park, open all year round and free to visit. Almondell & Calderwood is tucked out of sight in the valley of the River Almond, so take some time and enjoy its historic views and scenic green spaces. Or if the sun isn’t shining, take a trip to Potter Around in Kirknewton and get those creative juices flowing, whether it’s painting, making jewellery, spinning the potter’s wheel or much more.

August is also the time to get those camping chairs out, dust off the wellies and get your groove on, as it’s time again for Party at the Palace! Situated on the far side of Linlithgow Loch overlooking the iconic Palace, Party at the Palace will take place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th August. With last year’s festival being a massive hit, this year is set to top it all, with acts such as The Proclaimers, Billy Ocean, The Fratellis, Andy Bell from Erasure and many, many more. It’s going to be a good one, so make sure you get those tickets!!

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Food to go - for picnics, festivals or the office

by Anne Pinkerton

Receiving updates from different food blogs and marketing spam, one is reminded how wide the difference is in eating habits and idealised, fantasy food for a “life style” advertisers want to sell you.

The practical food written about in blogs such as “A girl called Jack” and the recipes from the BBC are in marked contrast to hampers for sale for Wimbledon and other big summer events; you don’t need caviar, top notch wine and wild strawberries to enjoy a picnic or a meal at your desk.

You want something that is easy to eat and transport and has flavour. There’s an increasingly good variety of “food to go” in office areas, where people buy their lunch or evening meal, because they are in a rush and think cooking takes too long. But if you want to know what you’re really eating and monitor the cost of your diet there’s a great deal you can make at home and enjoy at the office, on the beach or on a walk.

All the food below will keep if looked after reasonably for a day. If out in a car a cool box can even be kept cool from the car’ battery, but that is for serious campers! Common sense is required; don’t leave food in the full sun in a locked car! For a whole week end, tins of beans or Russian salad, salami in vacuumed pack or other food in vacuumed packs will be fine if you eat it all in one sitting.

Homemade food added to bought salad and a piece of fruit and a lump of cheese makes a balanced meal. Bake together – cooking together is good for everyone! Bon Appetite.

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An alternative to home made lemonade for a packed meal could be Rhubarb Drink:

- 3 sticks rhubarb, cut in very small pieces - 1 lemon sliced very finely - 2 00g sugar -8 pints boiling water Method

Boil the water in a large pan. Add the rhubarb and sugar and mix till the sugar is dissolved. Add the lemon. Allow to cool, take out in a thermos. (This is very refreshing but it does not keep more than a couple of days in the fridge).

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-5 00g bag frozen whole leaf spinach, defrosted and as much of the water as possible pressed out. (Chopped frozen spinach will go to a wet mush).

- Large onion finely chopped - Bunch spring onions chopped including all the green - 2-3 tbs olive oil - 225g feta cheese crumbled - Chopped parsley, salt pepper - 3 large eggs beaten.

Method

Fry the onions in the oil gently till transparent. Add the spinach and seasoning and mix well. Set aside to cool a little and drain of there is a lot of liquid. Add the cheese and egg Pastry

Either buy filo or puff pastry. Filo is authentic, fun but more work. Puff pastry will make a good pie in a more British style.

Line a large, shallow, metal rectangular dish or quiche tin with 6 or 8 layers of filo, each layer painted with melted butter or a mixture of oil and butter. Or line the tin with a thin layer of puff pastry. Pile in the filling and top with more layers of filo (each on painted with melted butter) or a layer of puff pastry. Crimp the edges so the filling does not escape in cooking. With a sharp knife cross hatch the top on the pie and brush with melted butter. Bake at 200C for 35 minutes.

Cut up into squares or wedges for cold food-to-go. Individual slices can be frozen and be eaten over several weeks for office or school packups. The Greeks use this method to make a ham and gruyere with sliced tomato pie, and a sweet cheese and honey pie.

The French have another take on savoury tarts. For this you can either use bread dough or puff pastry. When you use dough the tart becomes a pissaladiere, a forerunner of the pizza!

Anchovy and Onion Tart -4 large mild onions sliced very finely - 2 0 or so black olives stoned -S mall tin anchovies in olive oil - F reshly grated Parmesan - Pinch of mixed herbs - Black pepper - Puff pastry Method

Sweat the onions very slowly with a little of the oil from the fish. When they are totally collapsed and a nearly dry mush they are ready, approx 20 minutes.

Cut the pastry into 4. Roll each square 3mm thick and cut into 4 rough squares. This avoids waste.

The irregular shape does not matter. With a fork prick each square and leave to rest on a baking sheet for 10 minutes or so.

Divide the onion between the squares leaving a border of about 2mm round the edges.

Add a few olives and divide the anchovies between the squares.

Dust lightly with Parmesan and bake at 220oC 10 or 15 minutes till puffed up and golden.

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from Hypothesis: Water evaporation rated saturated child can be accelebit using popular science exhi I have no problem admitting that science makes our lives easier and improves the world, but this all happens in ways I little understand.

The closest I’ve ever come to using science in a real-world situation was trying to measure how high up I was in a building by dropping an orange out the window and timing it’s descent.

No valid measurements were taken, I just wasted an orange and nearly injured a dog on the pavement below (recollection of Standard Grade Physics + fruit = error).

We usually go all together as a family on day trips but sometimes this isn’t possible. Last weekend was just such an occasion where I decided to venture out with both babies myself … (number of babies > number of adults = potentially foolhardy) This equation is particularly true now that Penelope has become a proper toddler and is walking about the place, albeit with the gait of a mildly intoxicated chimp.

The journey to Glasgow was pain-free enough (journey + satnav = destination at roughly expected time) and there was lots of parking very nearby which ended up only costing £3 for the whole day. The tickets were mid-priced as far as big attractions like this go, £11 for adults and kids under 3 go free. Our approach to the Glasgow Science Museum was heralded by the sight of a massive building with the look of a wedge of (admittedly grey) orange, discarded on the bank of the Clyde, but in a chic, modern kind of way.

Our column is West Lothia t: Nicola Jengaenga li ves in n with Quin months an d her hubby n 2, Penny 10 Channa, 33 .

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stickle blocks representing molecules, and stood on rotating platforms rolling large balls about to simulate the effects of gravity. One of the most interesting observations I made was the number of adults who were engrossed in the various stations, quite oblivious to the fact that their kids were off looking at something else entirely.

With both babies out of the pram I fell prey to this tendency when trying to make a metal bowl of water ‘sing’ by rubbing the handles in a special way … out of the corner of my eye I spot Quinton climbing into a water-feature demonstrating the workings of the Archimedes Screw (small boy + forbidden activity – adult = scientific certainty of activity being carried out). After extracting my sodden progeny from the watery fun, a ‘Eureka!’ moment took me by surprise …

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Main Street, East Calder, EH53 0EJ T: 01506 883633 E: eastcalder.lib@westlothian. gov.uk Opening times: Mon & Fri 10am – 5pm, Tues 10am-3pm, Wed 11am-4pm, Thurs 12pm7pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Please note Registration Services are now available by appointment only. Monday – 2.00 to 4.30. Wednesday – 11am1pm. Friday – 2.00 to 4.30. Telephone 01506 883633. Summer Reading challenge: Space for 30 children, places allocated on a first come first served basis. Registration from week beginning 27th June. Thurs 4th August 2pm4pm: Craft: Sand Art Crocodile; The Enormous Crocodile story time. Thur 18th August 2pm4pm: Closing Ceremony. Craft: Fantastic Mr Fox Paper plates & story time. Other facilities we offer are: free internet access, cheap printing facilities and free scanning. There are daily papers to read and magazines to browse in a warm safe environment.

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Drumshoreland Road, Pumpherston, EH53 0LF T: 01506 280996. E: pumpherston.lib@ westlothian.gov.uk Opening times: Monday – 14.00 to 17.00. Wednesday – 14.30 to 16.30.

Thursday – 14.00 to 18.00.

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West Calder Library and Customer Information Services are temporarily relocated at 24-26 Main Street, West Calder. T: 01506 771630.

Opening Times: Monday – 10.00 to 16.00.

Tuesday – 10.00 to 19.00. Wednesday – 11.00 to 16.00. Thursday – 11.00 to 18.00. Friday – 10.00 to 15.00. Saturday – 10.00 to 13.00. CIS enquiry desk closed each day 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm. Bookbug: Monthly Bookbug sessions have recently restarted in West Calder. Because of space restrictions in temporary location these are held in West Calder Community Centre.

Please call the library on 01506 771630 for more information on dates and to book a place.

Bookgroups: Book groups run on first two Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 pm and on the last Thursday of the month at 4:45 pm.

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Sports, Hobbies, Learning, Support Groups & more...

Firefly Arts

Firefly Arts provide fun and friendly theatre, film and drama workshops for children and young people (5 to 25 years) in venues across West Lothian. Call 08447 744496 or email admin@firefly-arts.co.uk for more information on our current programme. Firefly Arts Ltd, Howden Park Centre, Livingston, EH54 6AE. www.firefly-arts.co.uk

Lothian Running Club

We welcome runners of any standard. We believe that running clubs are not just for the elite (although we will let fast people join too). Suitable for all ages and we have a junior section from age 6. Training sessions in/around Livingston, meet at Inveralmond High, Craigswood Sports Centre and Dechmont Law car park. For more info see website www.lothianrunningclub.co.uk.

West Lothian Clarion

Cycling club – our aim is to help cyclists plan and reach their own goals through training with, and seeking advice and support from fellow club members. Weekly club runs leave from Linlithgow Leisure Centre and East Calder Sports Centre. See www.westlothianclarion.co.uk or email secretary@westlothianclarion.co.uk

West Lothian Baking Club

We meet approximately every 6th Wednesday 7:30 – 9:30pm in Dechmont Hall to talk about all things baking related.

No requirement to be the next Mary Berry! £2 per meeting.

Email wlbakingclub@yahoo.co.uk or find us on facebook.

West Lothian Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Classes in South Church Hall, Uphall Starting on Thurs 17th Sept 7.30 to 9.30pm. 10 weeks through to the 19th Nov, then starting the 7th January through to 10th Mar 2016. £3 per week. Teacher Mrs Margaret McGregor. Dancing for fun & fitness, any new beginners very welcome. For more info contact Sandra Cheyne, tel 01506 430600 email sdcheyne77@yahoo.com.

West Lothian Gymnastics

Craigwillow Centre, Craigshill, Livingston Pre school classes for boys and girls, learn gymnastics in a fun and dedicated full time gymnastics facility. Classes lead by fully qualified coaches and morning, afternoon and weekend classes available for children 18 months 3 years and 3­5 years with direct progression to recreational pathway age 5 without waiting list. First class free, please contact westlothiangymnastics@gmail.com.

EAST CALDER Ante-natal Yoga - Yamma Mamma

Prepare for your Baby with Yoga birth preparation and fitness. Sunday morning 10am to 11.30am. For more details please contact Ruth on 07767 777044 or ruth@sukha.co.uk

Forget-Me-Not Café

East Calder Church Hall, Manse Court. Last Thursday of the month, 10am – 12pm. A meeting place for people with dementia and their carers of all ages. Drop in and join us for information, support and social activities. Supported

by Alzheimer Scotland and East Calder Church. For more information please phone 01506 533 116.

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East Calder Bowling Club

Bingo every Sun and Wed 8pm– 9.30pm. Junior coaching (10 to 16 years old) every friday 2pm – 4pm. We can also coach adults, free, so come along and give it a try. Hats every Mon 6-30pm. See club website at www.eastcalderbowlingclub. com. Members can find details here of competitions, play by dates and club news.

East Calder Jog Scotland Group

Meet every Tuesday at East Calder Health centre car park at 7pm. All abilities welcome, a social way to get fit, make friends and enjoy local countryside. Contact Dawn on 01506 883330 or 07806 772935 for more details.

Yoga for Everyone

East Calder Community Centre. Wed 7.00pm – 8.30pm For further info contact Ruth Plevin: 01506204338 or ruth@ sukha.co.uk

East Calder Colts FC

East Calder Park. We are currently recruiting for an under 10’s team born 2002. For information required regarding any of our teams please visit our website www. eastcaldercolts.co.uk or contact Head Coach Paul Garrad on 0797 959 2674. Let’s put the fun back into football. All welcome.

East Calder Old Folks Club

East Calder Community Centre. Last Thursday of the month, September to April 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Pensioners and non-pensioners welcome. Contact Carol Anne Murray (Secretary).

East Calder Ladies’ Circle

East Calder Community Centre. Second Thursday of the month, September to May at 1-3pm. Secretary: Mrs E Bennett, 73 Mansefield, East Calder, West Lothian EH53 0JE.

East Calder Youth Club

East Calder Community Centre. Fri 6.15pm - 8.45pm. Ages 10 to 14 yrs. Cooking, football, baseball and other outdoor sports, pool, video games, board games and arts/crafts.

Contact Gary Sneddon 01506 774473.

New Mums Group

This group is for new mums of any age. East Calder Community Centre. Mon 11.00am – 12.30pm. Free. Contact health visitor via health centre for further details 01506 880582

Breast Feeding Support Group

East Calder Church Hall. Wednesday 11.30 am – 12.30 pm.

Contact Health Visitors via Health Centre for further details 01506 880582

Fiona Wilson 07595 679117 fionamhwilson@sky.com.

Contact Gillian Maben 01506 880640.

Toddler Clinic

East Calder Health Centre. 1st Tues every month. Drop in for advice & support 1.30–3.30pm.

East Calder Scout Group

Scout Hall, Calderhall Terrace. Beavers Mon 6.15 - 7.15pm (boys 6 - 8 yrs). Cubs Mon 7.30 - 9.00pm (boys 8 - 10 yrs).

Scouts Tues 7.15 - 9.00pm (boys 10 - 14 yrs). Contact Jack Galloway on 077907 93889. eastcalderscouts.org.uk

East Calder Needlecraft Club

We are a group of ladies who would like to invite you to our weakly Thursday meetings, between 7 and 9.30 pm in the Community Centre. We enjoy a range of needlecrafts including cross stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, sewing.

Friendly tuition given. Our members range in age from 18 to 80. Outings include a trip to Hobby Craft in Glasgow, S.E.C.C. Also away day trips - something to please everyone.

Tea and biscuits provided. Please contact 01506 882427 for more information.

East Calder Old Tyme Dance Club

East Calder Community Centre We meet Tuesday afternoons from 1 pm to 3 pm, and dance to live music from Bobby Abbot, accordionist. Beginners/ learners are very welcome to join us in this very friendly club.

Slimming World

Pigeon Club, Oakbank Road, East Calder Tuesdays at 3.30pm, 5.30pm and 7.30pm and Wednesdays at 9.30am. Contact Sue on 07803 520781 for more information.

KIRKNEWTON Mini & Me Music Group

The Green Room Thursdays 2pm-2.45pm. Songs, stories and rhymes just for the little ones. Meet other mums & make new friends. Contact Amanda on 07814 055499.

Kirknewton Youth Group

Village hall or Green Room. Fridays 6-8pm. For P7+. Please Contact Jennifer at jenniferkirknewton@gmail.com

Kirknewton Starlets

Kirknewton Primary School. Babies class up to age 8 Thurs 5.30 - 6.30pm. Junior/senior class Thurs 6.15 - 8.00pm. For info contact Trisha on email t.ewing@btinternet.com

Kosy Kaff

Bingo

Pigeon Club, East Calder. Sun 8.00 - 10.00 All welcome

Kirknewton Village Hall. Fridays 4pm – 5pm term time.

Free home baking, hot chocolate, games and activities for primary school aged children. See www.knec4jesus.org.uk for more information.

Boys Brigade

Pilates Classes

East Calder Church Hall. Anchors (age 5 - 8) Fridays 6.30 7.30pm. Juniors (age 8 - 11) Fridays 6.45 - 8.15pm. Company Section (age 11-18). Fridays 7.30 - 9.45pm. Call Jean Gilchrist 01506 880367

East Calder Playgroup

Now located in East Calder Community Centre. Mon-Fri 9am-11am from 2 years. For the best introduction to your child’s education - lots of fun to be had! £5 per session.

Contact Carol on 07748 053340.

Rainbows, Brownies and Guides

East Calder Church Hall, Main Street. Rainbows Mon 6.30 – 7.30pm and Wed 6.15 – 7.15pm. Brownies Tues 6.30 – 8pm & Wed 6.30 – 8pm. Guides: Wed 7.30-9pm. Monday Guides meet in Kirknewton Chuch Hall 7pm-9pm. Guides contact KONECT

Kirknewton Village Hall: Tuesdays 6.45pm to 7.35pm (Improvers and Intermediates); Thursdays 9.10am to 10.00am (Intermediates) and 10.10am to 11.00am (Beginners and Improvers). Balerno Scouts Hall: Tuesdays 9.10am to 10.00am (mixed). For more details contact elise@ekpilates. co.uk. You’ll also find me on facebook.com/ekpilates.

Kirknewton Rainbows and Brownies

Kirknewton Village Hall. Rainbows Wed 5pm-6.15pm; Brownies Wed 6.30pm-8pm. Contact Gill on 01506 883261 or gillww@hotmail.com

Toddler Group

Kirknewton Church Hall. Parents/carers with tots aged 0-3 yrs, friendly group with play, stories and craft for the children and meet up/chat for parents. Thur 9.30 - 11.30am.

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clubs & classes Physio Pilates Classes

Modified Pilates taught by a Chartered Physiotherapist.

Kirknewton Village Hall. Tuesdays 6.45pm and 7.45pm suitable for beginners or improvers. Spaces are limited so for more information or to book contact Dianne on 07795466464. diannemackenzie1@gmail.com. Facebook: Physio Pilates Classes.

Kirknewton Runners

Meet at Kirknewton Park every Monday at 19.30

Hatton Sports Club

Tennis and squash. Burnwynd, Kirknewton. Social and competitive play. LTA-qualified tennis coaches. Contact Carol Blamire 01506 880208

Kirknewton Stompers

Walking group, meeting at Kirknewton Park entrance on Park Terrace. Every Wed 7.30pm. Join the group on the community facebook page where people post details of the walk, or any other time they are walking.

Simply Play

Kaspars Out of School Care for Kirknewton. Kirknewton Primary School. Mon – Thu 3.15-6.00pm, Fri 12.30 – 6.00. Call 07871 791000

Kirknewton Women’s Rural Institute

Come and join us for a friendly evening of craft, demonstrations and fun. 2nd Thursday of each month, 7.15pm in Kirknewton Church Hall.

Potter Around

Art and craft studio at Overton Farm, Kirknewton EH27 8DD. Drop in anytime for ceramic painting and decopatch or have fun playing with clay. Book both adults and children’s parties in a wide range of arts and crafts. Open the first Tuesday of each month for those who prefer evening. Book into one of our many workshops including candle making, potter’s wheel, felting, jewllery and glass fusion. Regular classes include oil painting for both adults and children and our Kids Art Club on a Friday afternoon as well as the Warhammer Club on a Saturday afternoon. We take commission for painted pottery and artwork and we have a gift shop selling hand made items from jewellery through to art. Look out for our summer workshops running for children through the holidays. For more information call 01506 238961, email chat@potteraround.co.uk. www. potteraround.co.uk www.facebook.com/PotterAround

Kirknewton Play Group

Kirknewton Village Hall. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9.15am to 11.30am. Ages 2 to 4 1/2 years. £5 per session. Call in and see us during session times or email kirknewtonplaygroup@yahoo.com

Celtic Stepz

Kirknewton Village Hall. Adult dance class to encourage adults back into dance and raise money for good causes.

Wednesdays 8.15-9.30pm. Contact Cathy on 01506 881674

MID CALDER 5th West Lothian Mid Calder Cub Group

Mid Calder Institute Hall. Thursdays 7.20 to 8.30. New cubs welcome. Aged betweem 8 – 10 years. Please contact Vroni on 07900 907297.

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Mid Calder School of Dance

Mid Calder Institute Hall. Highland, Disco Tues 6.00pm - 7.00pm and Fri 6.00pm - 9.00pm. Various ages. Contact Heather 01501733054.

Myra Mackie School of Dance

Classes in Livingston, Uphall Station, Mid Calder and Broxburn. Please see our website for full timetable and venues. Children from 2 years to adult.www. myramackieschoolofdance.co.uk incorporating our competitive cheer division the Scottish Starlets.

Star Harmonies

Musical Theatre School. Mid Calder Institue Hall.Tuesdays 10-30-11am- Baby Starz; 11-15-11-45am- Little Starz. Other classes in Polbeth. Black Bull Inn Thursdays 6:10-7:10pm Liv’n Harmoneez Kids/Teenz Choir; 7:30-9:30pm The Liv’n Harmony Singers adult choir. Contact 07545 178310 for more information. See www.starharmonies.co.uk email: starharmonies.musicworkshops@gmail.com

West Lothian Women’s Cycle Club

Meet every Thursday at Mid Calder Primary School Car Park at 6pm. Get on your bike! All abilities welcome, should have own bike and kit. A great way to get fit, have fun and meet new friends around the local area. Contact Elizabeth Logan on 07515 161 307.

Welcome Café

Glenalmond Hall. Every Tuesday 10am-12noon. This is a Fair Trade Café all proceeds of which to the Vine Trust in Peru.

Do come along and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and some home baking with friends.

Mid Calder Camera Club

Institute Hall, Market Street. Wed 7:30pm – 9:45pm.

All levels of photographers are welcome. For more information, visit www.mccc.org.uk or call Steve Collier at 01506 881398 or Gordon Scott at 01506 882616.

Mid Calder Colts FC

Teams covering all ages, playing soccer 7s, 11-a-side and also a soccer school. For more information see the Colts’ website www.mid-calder-colts.org. Contact Carole 883934.

Contact@mid-calder-colts.org.

Mid Calder Baby & Toddler Group

Institute Hall, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am-11am. £1 per baby / £1.50 per toddler per session, all welcome. Please email midcalderbabygroup@gmail.com for more details.

Rainbows, Brownies and Guides

Rainbows Wed night, Brownies Tues night, Guides Mon and Wed nights. To register please go to the Girl Guiding website, Parent’s sections.

Yoga Classes

Masonic Hall. Wednesday evening class 7.30 -9pm. Contact Linda Bibby 01506 884115. www.wholebodybalance.co.uk

Folk Club

The MidCalder Inn, Mid Calder. Meets every third Tuesday of the month 8pm at the “Tap Shop”.

Choral Highlights Ladies’ Choir

We would like to invite all ladies with a love for singing and music to come and join us. You don’t have to be able to read music. We are a well established three part choir and have a membership of around 20 ladies. We sing a wide variety of songs including music from films and shows, spiritual, traditional and pop music. We hold two concerts annually, one before Christmas and one in the summer KONECT

accompanied by West Calder Brass Band. We also sing at venues across the region on request. The choir practices in Kirk of Calder on Wednesdays 7.30 - 8.45pm. New members are always most welcome to join. Contact John Rankine 01506 880029.

POLBETH Star Harmonies

Musical Theatre School Polbeth Harwood Church.

Mondays: Drama: 6-6-40pm- P1-3; 6-45-7-25pm- P4-7; 7-308-10pm- S1+. Dance: 6-6-30pm- Nursery-P2; 6-30-7-30pmS1+; 7-30-8-10pm- P3-P7. Tuesdays: 3-15-3-45pm- Baby Starz; 3-50-4-20pm- Little Starz; 4-20-5pm- Little Harmoneez.

Other classes in Mid Calder. Contact 07545 178310 for more information. See www starharmonies.co.uk email: starharmonies.musicworkshops@gmail.com

Polbeth W.R.I.

1st Wednesday of the month at 7pm. Come along for an interesting programme of talks and demonstrations. New members always welcome. Further info on 01506 435708.

PUMPHERSTON Pumpherston United FC

Four groups, including a soccer school for 5-12 yrs (Thur 6.00pm - 7.30pm); 1998 age group (Tuesdays); 1997 age group (Mon and Wed) and 1995 age group (Mon and Wed). Training at Pumpherston Recreation Park. For more information, please email feedback@pumpherston-united. co.uk

Groenewald, 8 Manse Court, East Calder EH53 0HF. Tel 01506 884802

Church of Scotland

Kirknewton Services 9:45 in the Kirknewton Kirk, Station Rd. East Calder Services 11:15 in the East Calder Church, Main St. Sunday School and creche available. Rev Dr AJ Groenewald 8 Manse Court East Calder EH53 0HF. 01506 884585 or 07588 845814. groenstes@yahoo.com website www.knec4jesus.org.uk

Mid Calder

Services 10.30 every Sunday in the Kirk of Calder, Main St, Mid Calder. Sunday School and crèche available.

Pumpherston services - The Kirk of Calder also holds fortnightly services on Wednesday mornings at 10:15 at the Pumpherston Institute Hall. The website www.kirkofcalder. com has full details of current activities/services.

St Theresa’s Catholic Church

Masses - 11.30AM every Sunday. 9am every Monday and Friday. 6pm every Wednesday. Confessions - After Mass on Sundays, or on request. www.livingstoncatholicparishes. co.uk; 01506 880918 frpaul@livingstoncatholicparishes. co.uk.

To include your club or class, email details to editor@konectdirectory. co.uk. Charity and not-for-profit groups are free, there is a small charge for other listings. See our website for details. www.konectdirectory.co.uk

Uphall Station Creative Play

Meets in Uphall Station Institute Hall. Tues 1-3pm and Thurs 9.30-11.15am. Parents/carers of babies/toddlers age 0-5 very welcome. Supported by SureStart. Different play activities every week.

The Look Group

Outdoors activities in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park for ages 8-12. Meeting at Visitor Centre 10.30 - 12.00 Saturdays - not every Sat, check programme with the Rangers on 01506 882254.

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WEST CALDER West Lothian Fibromyalgia Support Group

Meets on the third Sunday of the month 1.30pm – 3.30pm, at West Calder Community Centre. New members always warmly welcomed. Join us for support, information, friendship, talks and outings. There is no group meet in July, August or December. See sites.google.com/site/ wlfibromyalgia or call Sheila on 0844 887 2388 for more information.

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18th West Lothian Scout Group

West Kirk Hall, West Calder. Beavers Mon 6-7pm. Cubs Wed 6.16-7.30pm Scouts Thurs 6.30-8pm. Girls and boys 10.5 - 14 yrs. Contact Jean Walkinshaw 01506 873638.

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West Calder Walking Group

Every Thurs at 12.30. Meet outside the Co-op, West Calder Main Street. Walk approx 1 hr then coffee/tea stop to finish.

Call 01506 871773 for more info.

CHURCHES Polbeth Harwood Church

Service 11:15 am every Sunday. West Kirk of Calder Service 9:45 am every Sunday. Minister: Rev Dr Jonanda KONECT

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Architect Plan It Design

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Barber TJ’s Barbers

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Bathrooms 1st Choice Living Anderson Home Improvements Bathgate Bathroom Studio

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Beauty ACT Beauty & Hair Academy Lisa Blair Beauty Therapy

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Bowling Club East Calder Bowling Club

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Builder Almond Building Company 12 Build-It 29 Building Surveyor David Hastings

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Butcher John Lawson Butchers

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Car Bodywork Bodyshop Edinburgh JWG Car Care

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Car Sales Colin Nixon Hermiston Motors

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Car Service & Repair Autocare Solutions Colin Nixon Hermiston Motors Kirknewton Garage LVS Garage Services

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Dentist Balerno Dental Care Currie Dental Care No9 Dentist

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Doors UPVC Doors

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Dressmaking/Alterations Just Sew Nota Bene

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Electrician A&A Electrical Riddell Electrical Services Simply Electrical

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Estate Agent Alba Property

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Florist Quite Contrary Vicky’s flowers

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Foot Care Foot Clinic

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Funeral Director Porteous Funeral Directors

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Garage Doors Max’s Garage Doors Ltd

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Garden & Landscaping AA Landscapes 30 Beatson’s 30 D Greaves 27 SG Garden Services 27 Garden Buildings Champfleurie Estate Ltd Woodford Timber Scotland

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GAS STOCKISTS Charles Gas

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Golf Club Baberton Golf Club Marriott Dalmahoy

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Hairdresser Jane & Friends Narnia Hair Design

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Handyman 1st Call Handyman

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Heating Services L & S Heating

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Hire (Car/Van/Minibus) AK Stretch Limousines

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Jewellery Jewellery Workshop

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Complementary Therapies Access 2 Balance

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Computer Services Sort My Pc Sprint Computers

Joiner Craigcrook Joinery Geoff Vinter Joinery

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Kitchens Anderson Home Improvements

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Conservatories Andrew James Windows & Conservatories 17

Locksmith Livingston Locksmith Saltire Lock & Security

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Dance Classes Jane Goulding School Of Dance

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Dance Supplies Highland Dance Shop

Mobility Ableworld 11 Med-Ecosse 21

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Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning James Burnett Carpet Cleaning

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Catering Food Creations

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Charity British Heart Foundation

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Children’s Nursery ABC Private Nursery Angela Elizabeth Nursery

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Chiropody/Podiatry Livingston Chiropody & Podiatry

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Cleaning Services C and W Cleaning Services James Burnett Carpet Cleaning

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Motorhome (hire/sale) Motorhome Hire Scotland Oven Cleaner The Clean Team

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Painter/Decorator Braekirk Decorator’s Nu Walls Thomson Decorators TML Décor

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Pet Services South Lodge Cattery Tilly Chance Dog Grooming

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Pet Supplies The Pet Stop@Tilly Chance

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Plastering Alexander Aitken Plastering Nu Walls

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Plumbing Services Capital Heating 15 Currievale Plumbing 28 EPH 12 Public House Black Bull The Grapes Bistro Removals Anderson Transport

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Restaurant Al Borgo Marriott Dalmahoy Sky Kitchen

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Security Services Saltire Lock & Security

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Storage Unit Storage Containers Takeaway Sky Kitchen

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Taxi & Private Hire All The Fours 33 Murieston & Mid Calder Private Hire 18 Tree Surgery Maxwell Tree Care

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Vet Pentland Veterinary Clinic

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Wedding Services Nota Bene Quite Contrary Vicky’s flowers

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Windows 1st Choice Living 13 Andrew James Windows & Conservatories 17 Red Hot Windows 31

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