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nother year nearly done; another year here at Konect of endless discovery about the local area! Even though I have been doing this for nearly ten years, it really is a fresh discovery every month putting together the editorial. I hope you find the same reading it. I love all the Christmassy adverts in the December issue. One thing that kept coming up as I was putting this issue together though is how much need there is in the community, how many people are finding the festive season difficult - and, crucially, how many people locally are working hard to make it better for everyone.
Our charity of the month, Dignity Boxes, is a new one set up by a West Lothian resident who realised there is a need for people to be able to access help “without having to ask and without having to thank anyone,” hence the word “dignity”. She is focussing on toiletries, see the article on pages 8-9. Our sports writer has been looking at the wrestling scene locally; there is a bracing walk around the loch at Caldercruix to discover; Magic Festival tickets to win; and all the other usual columns and one-off discoveries. Wishing all our readers a fantastic holiday season. We don’t produce a magazine for January, so the next one will be the February issue. A huge thank you to all our advertisers who make this magazine possible, without them it wouldn’t happen. Please continue to support local companies and organisations.
P48 Charity: Dignity Boxes.................................. 8 Health & Beauty...........................................14 Walk: Around Hillend Loch........................18 Gardening: Festive Garden.......................21 Property Matters..........................................24 WIN: MagicFest Tickets..............................33 Music Review...............................................35 Puzzles..........................................................38 Sport: Smack Me Down..............................44 Parenting: All I Want For Xmas.................47 What’s On......................................................48 JamQueen: Pole Fitness............................50 Clubs & Classes..........................................51
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CHARITY OF THE MONTH
“ The aim of the Dignity Box is to promote self-worth and dignity by allowing those in need to take what they cannot afford, without having to ask or thank anyone.”
“I’d like people to be able to have essential toiletries and personal hygiene products without having to ask, and without needing to thank anyone” says Isabel Dosser, a Livingston resident who is rather surprised to find herself at the helm of a new charity which is set to grow massively in 2019. Isabel is a lecturer in nursing at Edinburgh Napier University, where she has worked for 15 years after a 30 year career in nursing, specialising in palliative care. She is very wellversed in issues of care, dignity and choice. “During a nursing conference in April this year, I attended a workshop on poverty. Someone in the group mentioned a box they have at their organisation where women can help themselves to free sanitary products. And the thought just lingered with me.” Isabel is retiring next year and wanted a small project to set up to give something back to the community. “The idea of the box of free products kept coming back to me. I knew that sanitary products are now freely available in many places, so I decided on boxes of other basic hygiene products, to be made available on a self-serve basis in areas of the Lothians where people are experiencing hardship and deprivation.” Speaking with the Foodbank, the clothing bank and other organisations, it was clear that no-one else was focussing on toiletries, and people were generally receptive to the idea. So Isabel drew up a proposal for the project and presented to it to her employer, Edinburgh Napier University, who were very supportive.
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Isabel managed to get local supermarkets to donate the boxes themselves; Edinburgh Napier University promoted Dignity Boxes internally, agreed to collections points at each of their three campuses, and arranged an official launch and publicity. With donations of products in from the university collection points, Isabel was soon ready to put the first box out in the community. Social Bite in Edinburgh were keen to take it; and on @KonectMagazines
launch day in mid September Isabel found herself and her project in the local press and on Forth Radio. Since then, the uptake and requests have been almost overwhelming. “There is clearly a need for this that wasn’t being filled. It would be easy to get distracted onto lots of other products, but we are keeping the focus on just these six toiletry items.” Each box contains around 20 products, including shampoo/conditioner, shower gel, soap, shaving foam, deodorant, toothpaste/ toothbrushes. The boxes are placed with organisations where people can discreetly help themselves, and are refilled monthly. With an instinct for business that is going to stand this charity in good stead, Isabel has assembled a board of directors for Dignity Boxes, and is in the process of applying for registered charity status which will allow them to take monetary donations too. Monetary donations will enable them to establish a website, reimburse fuel expenses for volunteers who refill the boxes and collect donations and so on. And at some point she will need to look at premises, as her home is quickly becoming overrun with donated products! Isabel’s family have thrown themselves into it too, with her husband in charge of the stock control spreadsheet at home, and each of their three adult children contributing ideas, suggestions and support. Isabel has a waiting list of organisations who have requested a box. She wants to ensure she can sustain the ones she has out first of all, with regular refills. If you can help at all, please see the information in the sidebar (right) and get in touch with Isabel, so that she can ensure the organisations on the waiting list receive their box quickly! This article was contributed by Helen-Jane Shearer after meeting with Isabel Dosser. Helen-Jane is the editor of Konect magazines and lives in West Lothian with her family. @KonectMagazines
Donate! Donations of shampoo/conditioner, shower gel, soap, shaving foam, deodorant, toothpaste and toothbrushes are needed. You don’t need to spend more than a pound or two; just pop an extra shower gel or toothpaste in your regular grocery shopping and it will make all the difference. DROP-OFF POINTS: • The Beauty Box (Bathgate) • Personal Design Studio (Mid Calder) • Dedridge Dental Practice (Livingston) • Edinburgh Napier Merchiston Campus • Edinburgh Napier Craiglockhart Campus • Edinburgh Napier Sighthill Campus Or, please contact Isabel and she will collect your donation. If your organisation can be a drop off point for donations, please get in touch as more donation points are needed – anywhere in the Lothians.
Volunteer! Volunteers are needed to collect products from donation points and to develop relationships with organisations who have boxes, and to top up the boxes monthly. Also if you can contribute skills such as website design, social media, fundraising, please contact Isabel. Facebook: @DignityBoxes Email: i.dosser@napier.ac.uk Dignity Boxes is awaiting its SCIO registration number.
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
HAVE ‘YOURSELF’ A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS With Christmas fast approaching, everyone is looking for that perfect gift. We sell a lot of special Christmas gift packs during the festive season. They come in beautiful boxes, which saves wrapping and generally have ranges of products suitable for everyone. The interesting thing is that a lot of these packs work out much better value than buying the products individually. Some you get a whole product free, or more. I started looking at beauty and skincare products too and it seems across the hair and beauty world there are huge deals to be had during the Christmas madness. Do a bit of research on your favourite brands and see what they have to offer this Christmas and treat yourself or stock up for the year! Our favourite for big savings are Davines Oi haircare gift set, (availible at Wonderland Hair & Beauty) and Elemis pro collagen jewels skincare set (available online and elemis beauty stores).
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How To Deal With Disappointment There are many quotes about failure and why it is an essential part of life. A well-known one is that the only people who don’t fail are the people who never tried anything new. Of course never trying anything new is a failure in itself.
If you choose to put yourself out there in life and in business, failure and the subsequent feelings of disappointment are inevitable. This knowledge doesn’t make those feelings any easier to deal with. Failure tends to happen when you’re trying to grow. It happens when you’re already outside your comfort zone and in a fragile and vulnerable place. In your comfort zone it’s easy to be strong, you’re at your most confident. When you practise failing, recovery periods get shorter each time as you learn the art of resilience. You get to know how to come back fighting. These might include: • Channelling negative energy in a positive way – really feel the disappointment or anger, and then use that ‘negative’ energy as motivation to succeed at your next idea or project • Music – songs that encourage particular emotions can help you work through the disappointment and anger, likewise songs that emote feelings of success and achievement can be used to help you prepare for your next stab at success • A long walk in the rain or physical exertion – this can really blow away the cobwebs and gets rid of the negative energy • Regrouping – take time out to be with family and friends, allow people to lift your energy, and then when you’re ready, try again. • Reflection – reflect on the failure with someone who understands • Be brave – remember that everyone fails, there is no success without failure The life coaching column is contributed by Erica Douglas. Erica lives in West Lothian and is a Cognitive Coach & Therapist. She co-hosts weekly Mind & Soul Clinics at The Retreat Livingston and The Retreat Linlithgow where the focus is on holistic healing and wellbeing. @KonectMagazines
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A gorgeous early November morning was met with a choice of a visit to B&Q or a bracing walk outdoors. A conversation with a friend decided on a walk at Hillend Loch near Caldercruix. It’s a place that has memories for me, more of which later.
The loch is 1.5 miles from Caldercruix station or 4 miles along the A89 from Blackridge, and is an ideal location for a walk. If you take the train regularly from West Lothian to Glasgow via Airdrie, you will be familiar with the sight of the loch as the railway skirts along metres from the water in places. My companion picked me up from Caldercruix station and we drove to a carpark on the A89 on the south side of the loch, over from the now closed Owl and Trout pub. Access to the loch is via a short track beside the pub. You have two choices after a short walk, to either go right over the south side or left to the north side of the loch. We chose to go left, the more rustic route for which in wet weather I recommend wellies or walking boots. The reservoir has an interesting history. It is one of the oldest in Scotland, built in the 1790s. Its purpose, apart from the storage of water, was to help fuel the paper mills and steel works of nearby Airdrie and Coatbridge. At the time of its construction it was the largest in the world, and it remains a testament to a golden era of Scottish industrial development. At one point 18 | CALDERS
during its construction phase it employed 1500 people.
Veering right along a metalled path you have a choice of either walking along the top of the dam wall or a slightly gentler lower path. Carry on for about 300 yards and you then start to take a rough path along the north side. The area is rich in vegetation and owners of nearby land have replanted a wide range of trees. At this time of year with them shedding their leaves there is a delightful panoply of colours contrasting beautifully with waters of the loch. In terms of bird life the loch is populated with a range of gulls and guinea fowl. As you carry on round the loch you will find a planked path which was a godsend given the boggy conditions in places underfoot. As you carry on round you come to a wooded bluff. This is one of the more interesting parts of the walk, as you walk along the shore you will find numbered stones, the origin of which caused much discussion with my companion. We speculated if these had been milestones of the old Glasgow- Edinburgh road which runs close by. However if you walk into the woods (which is well worth doing, the trees are mature pine and
beach) you will come across the shell of Auchingray House, and the land about was part of the estate. The shell of the house shows what would have been an elegant late classical style, built in the 1820s. Its owner was Robert Haldane who commissioned the property, drained the land and planted the woods; he was one of the founders of the Scottish Congregationalist church in the early 19th century. The house was extended in the 1920s and was later owned by the Stenhouse family who built an insurance empire, and they rented the house to John Colville of Colville’s Steel fame. It caught fire in 1937, and was gutted because, according to local reports, the drive to the house was snowbound and the firehoses were ineffective due to the loch freezing over. The ruined shell of the house echoes an era of Scotland’s wealth created by the commercial barons that made Glasgow second city of empire. As to the stones, speculation centred did they marked the boundary of the estate? Coming out of the woods there are a couple of stones where you can sit down and admire the waters of the loch. Bring a thermos or what ever your tipple is to refresh you on @KonectDirectory
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your route round. Due to the exposed nature of the loch many of the trees show signs of wind sculpting as they drunkenly defy the elements.
At the head of the loch you come across a small path that leads to the main road and the Bathgate to Airdrie cycle path. Opened in 2010 the path allows cyclists a chance to traverse safely. As you walk along you will see the local fishing club buildings, which has a wee refreshment snack kiosk which is open in the @KonectMagazines
summer. Fishing permits are also available in the summer for £10 a day and the loch has some of the finest brown water trout, so in the summer for the less active there is a chance to catch your tea!
You can either walk along the shoreline or the cycle path; having hiked vigorously we chose to take the cycle path. You carry on for about a mile and a half and pass the local sailing club, which holds memories for me of being on the loch on a freezing January day in a wetsuit jibing and cutting and capsizing as I learnt to sail small dinghies. The site is now owned by Monklands Sailing club and they offer lessons in the
summer months… if only I had known that then!
For a Sunday walk this can be either done easily along the cycle path or for the more adventurous a full traverse round the loch takes about two hours. If there is a downside it’s that there are no facilities in terms of food and drink. The area around it is clean and affords excellent views and quirky points of interest that warrant further investigation, and is certainly better than a trip to B&Q.
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GARDENING PROJECT
Although the winter days are very short by using some outdoor lights you can include your garden in the festivities and add a lovely extra dimension to your home over the winter. A lantern glowing at your front door shows your visitors that there is already a warm welcome waiting for them. The light could come from a real candle or there are many artificial battery powered candles that contain a timer that turns them on and off. Lighting your patio with decorations on the table, or perhaps a small statue, and leaving your curtains open creates a lovely picture from indoors. A security type light mounted on the house wall above the window or patio door illuminates the scene very effectively. Using low voltage outdoor LED fairy lights
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PROPERTY MATTERS
Everything is better in real life! High street agents get a 5% better price than onliners in almost threequarters of cases, claim. Having recently visited Pitlochry after an absence of several years, I was saddened to see the number of empty shops dotted along the high street. Sadly, this is a reflection of many towns around the country and is unfortunately a result of our huge appetite for online shopping. I regularly purchase goods online, mostly for convenience, but also the availability of certain items that could prove challenging to find locally. has seen the second highest growth in Having said that, I still enjoy the physical Scotland with increases of around 13% over experience of shopping, particularly when the past 12-18 months fuelling a mini boom looking for a certain item of clothing or a across the county. This is great news for special gift for someone, so having the sellers and the temptation in this market is to balance of online shopping and high street think that everything will sell and that buyers retail probably suits most people. Seeing will pay the highest price for the privilege. large department stores such as Frasers This however, can be a dangerous strategy and Debenhams closing stores around the to adopt. A recent survey by an independent country is very sad but not surprising given consumer advice group for house sellers the enormous pressures on the overheads (The Advisory) states that internet-only required to operate these types of businesses. agents are very reliant on property portal They are also the most vulnerable in terms websites such as Rightmove, Zoopla to find of competition from online shoppers given buyers (*although they cannot advertise on the range of products they carry when the all portals such as onthemarket.com). This is likes of Amazon will probably mirror a high not a surprise to anyone within the industry percentage of it. nor should it be a surprise to consumers So how does this relate to property? Well, for given the fact that these types of agents promote that their business model is a number of years we have enjoyed a very based around adverting on the internet. buoyant housing market and West Lothian 24 | CALDERS
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The findings in this report are however worth considering given that surely, EVERYONE who is selling their property wants to achieve the best price possible, and it appears that across the board, full-service Estate Agents consistently perform better for their clients than the modern breed of online, self-service agents or advertising agents.
In addition to the result that your agent achieves for you, the importance of the ‘customer journey’ cannot be overlooked either and how you are advised, guided and supported throughout the campaign. The comfort of a regular meeting with your Estate Agent at their office to discuss things such as viewing feedback, website statistics, local sales patterns etc often provides the necessary comfort and assurances needed to facilitate a stress-free sale, particularly in times when the market slows, and a lack of viewing activity can dent the confidence of even the most experienced seller.
So, what’s all of this got to do with the high street in Pitlochry? Well, everything really! Like the retail sector, the service industry has also had to change and adapt to market conditions and demand for alternative choices and this can only be a positive thing for the consumer. The key things to consider though are that how each different type of service would affect the money in your pocket, how it would affect you as an individual and how the whole house selling experience will make you feel as you hand the keys over to the new owner. It’s worth bearing in mind that Every Estate Agent advertises online…..you only get one chance to achieve the best price for your house and, in my own experience as a consumer most things are better in real life!
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MUSIC REVIEW
They all live in little boxes
Are you hanging up your stocking on your wall? Well, are you? Punk? I hope it can cope with a giant box set because that is what the record companies are peddling this year The main contenders are both from 1968, to allow the justification of a 50th anniversary set. Competing for the most luxurious collection of vinyl you don’t want, books you won’t read and CDs that you wish had been released on their own are The Beatles and The Kinks, presenting massively expanded versions of the White Album and The Village Green Preservation Society respectively. “Hey”, they say, “you’ve waited this long, now you can finally hear our stoned studio chatter and run troughs before you die. That will be £130 please.” The Beatles release is a curious hybrid, a successful remix of the album by Giles Martin alongside demos and early takes. Elements previously buried are highlighted, harsh tones are blunted. The technique works well on
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recognised misfires such as “Birthday” which now explodes midway through the track even if the song itself cannot be rescued. “Cry baby Cry” moves from a spooky, almost solo, Lennon into a startling psychedelic full band performance. In places though the harsh notes that added jarring strangeness to some of the more saccharine McCartney material are lost. The Kinks box draws from a smaller pool of original album tracks, and presents a bewildering number of b-sides, mono, stereo, live, radio and tv session versions, alongside no less than four sides of Vinyl. Much of this material was available until very recently on a packed 3CD issue for under £10. You pays your money, you takes your choice. Or someone else does, if you’re lucky. The monthly music review is contributed by James Kerr. James presents the Regal Music Club show on Regal Radio (www.regal-radio.net) and is a member of the local band ‘Snakeskin Shoe Review’.
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As the cold weather begins to bite, a lot of us are feeling aches and pains in our joints! For older pets, struggling with joint stiffness is also common. Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of lameness and joint discomfort in pets, and it can represent very real medical needs. Arthritis is inflammation in the joints. In most cases, it’s “wear and tear” due to old age – although it is accelerated by being overweight, joint damage, or abnormal conformation. This type is technically known as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease. There are other types but osteoarthritis is by far the most common. Typical signs include being “stiff”, unwillingness to jump up or climb steps, exercise or play. Symptoms can differ between species – we sometimes see male dogs squatting to urinate rather than cocking a leg, for example.
Likewise, cats may stop using the litter tray because it’s too hard to climb in, or start using a lower resting place rather than climbing to their favourite, but higher and harder to reach one. They can also develop matts as it’s difficult to groom as flexibility decreases. HOW TO HELP? Weight Loss - It can really help. Exercise - Little and often” is the rule. Diet - Vets can advise on helpful diets and supplements. Minimise Obstacles - simple ramps can help. Warmth - Warm cosy places to rest. Medications - Vets can prescribe antiinflamatories and pain relief but don’t ever use human medication – it’s illegal and can be very dangerous for pets. If you think your pet might be arthritic speak to your vet and ask for advice. The Vet’s Tip is contributed by Michael McCallum, BVM & S, MRCVS, GP Cert (Ophthal), Vet Surgeon at The Lamond Veterinary Clinic
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Even in 1848 when the first wrestling troupe was formed in France by Jean Exbroyat (who issued the headline challenge) the name of the game was “entertainment”. On drizzly Saturday afternoons in the 1950s, with no alternative way to avoid homework, sometimes I’d be forced to watch the wrestling and listen to the lugubrious Kent Walton. It took me a while to realise that it was just that - entertainment but highly skilled and risky entertainment, exemplified by the comic Les Kellett and later Big Daddy. The Saturday afternoon TV slot raised Professional Wrestling to unprecedented heights so by the mid 60s the dominant Joint Promotions was running some 4500 shows a year across the country. The lifeline of Professional Wrestling is like a long-term love affair with the public - hot and cold, up and down; currently it’s hot, thanks again to ITV and WWE. I still don’t know whether the big fights - the title fights - are serious, so I put the question to Michael Chase. A successful wrestler himself, Michael founded Reckless Intent, Lothian’s foremost Pro Wrestling School, in 2012, with some grant aid from the Prince’s Trust. He explains that the choreography and prearranged outcome of wrestling bouts all the way to world title level, is an open secret. Only youngsters believe and eventually they get wise just as they do to Father Christmas. “It’s all about creating drama, personalities for the audience to love and hate, heroes and villains. We aim to transport people away from their problems and into a fantasy world for a few hours.” His school boasts three high-profile coaches: Michael, Jam O’Malley and ICW star, Chris Renfrew. There are regular coaching sessions for juniors (10-15) and adults (16+), also fitness and personal training sessions. 28 year old Michael aims to produce the talent for his wrestling shows from the school and 44 | CALDERS
so far so good. Watch especially for Jack Morris and Theo Doros from the 25 on the books, who travel up to 50 miles for Michael’s sophisticated, demanding, high-intensity training and coaching. He sets a high bar, with zero tolerance of substance abuse, slacking and ill-discipline. He’s desperate for his pupils to reach the heights denied him by a spate of injuries. Reckless Intent runs monthly shows at the Murieston Scout Hall in Livingston plus other shows across Central Scotland. Michael makes it abundantly clear that wrestling is a tough and dangerous game. Wrestlers suffer inevitable pain and injury but for those with the requisite determination, strength, resilience and aptitude there’s a good living to be made. He’s shooting for the stars and hopes one day to see a pupil wearing a Championship belt but first he’s laying strong foundations. Now what’s 500 francs in sterling after 170 years inflation? Bring it on Jean! MURIESTON SCOUT HALL SHOWS 2019 • March 2nd • April 6th • May 4th • June 1st • July 6th • August 3rd • September 7th • October 5th • November 2nd TRAINEE EVENTS FROM THE RECKLESS INTENT PRO WRESTLING SCHOOL • February 3rd • Mid April (TBC) • December 8th Full schedule at www.reckless-intent.com The sports column is contributed by David Levin. David is a Liverpudlian living in West Lothian, and describes himself as a writer, sportsman, patriarch and dreamer. @KonectMagazines
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December into January Christmas is now very much here, with December being one of the busiest months in the West Lothian calendar! Howden Park Centre’s Jack and the Beanstalk is showing all throughout December – make sure you book early as tickets sell fast. Don’t forget, Santa will be fitting a few visits to West Lothian into his busy schedule, starting from the 8th December at Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Furthermore, again this year he will be touring the streets in his sleigh – thanks to The Garage, Whitburn. For a more traditional Christmas event, Burgh Halls will be running Christmas Wreath making sessions on the 16th. This will be led by the Head Gardener of Falkland Palace (a National Trust for Scotland site). Alternatively, if you’re trying to get away from Christmas for a little while, why not head over to Blackness Castle where Brick City has arrived. Featuring a variety of works by artist Warren Elsmore and his team, the event runs up until March and is included in normal admission prices. The models, representing a selection of iconic buildings from across the world, have all carefully been recreated in Lego bricks. Winners of the Royal Philharmonic Society award for Young British String Players, The Ruisi String Quartet, will be coming to Linlithgow Academy Theatre on Saturday 8th December. The quartet has established a reputation as a charismatic and expressive ensemble, delivering performances that are “strikingly immediate, committed and direct” (Chichester Observer, 2014). After the festivities of Christmas and Hogmanay, January is always a time to relax and making a start on those New Year’s resolutions! The weather may be a little chilly, but why not head over to one of West Lothians Country Parks for a relaxing trip out. Almondell & Calderwood, Polkemmet and Beecraigs are the home to a variety of walks suitable for the whole family. You can warm up at the Beecraigs Café, too. Many of these events require booking, so please do check the events section on our website for more details for these. Follow us on social media to stay up to date with the latest attraction information: www.facebook.com/VisitWestLothian www.twitter.com/SeeWestLothian www.instagram.com/VisitWestLothian 46 | CALDERS
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I don’t want a lot for Christmas. There is just one thing I need…some time to actually enjoy it! Sound familiar? Christmas is my favourite time of year and I squeeze every last ounce of Christmasiness I can out of the season. But if there is one thing Christmas usually is not for parents, it’s relaxing. Shopping, wrapping, shopping some more, ferrying the kids from one Christmas party to the next…mums (and dads!) are the driving force behind Christmas and for the most part we get no credit for it thanks to the big man himself sneaking down the chimney on Christmas Eve to steal our thunder (and a few mince pies while he’s at it). Once kids are in the picture we parents take a willing backseat and sometimes miss out on the fruits of our labour; instead spending too much time fretting about the festive fandango we have to deliver. That is until the big day arrives and we breathe a sigh of relief and enjoy a few hours of Christmas morning magic…at least until it’s time to start cooking Christmas dinner. If you are finding yourself stressed out about the Christmas shopping this year try following the ‘five gift rule’…don’t get me wrong @KonectMagazines
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Toys, toys and more toys. That’s the name of the game for me. But doubtless I will also spend countless hours in the likes of Build-a-Bear and Smiggle at The Centre, Livingston filling my sack for my girls. 2) Something they need
Pretty much anything the kids need from now on is sure to be ‘part of their Christmas’; socks, hats, toothpaste… anything is fair game to keep the present-opening frenzy going longer. So even a trip to the supermarket can be fruitful. 3) Something they wear
If you’re having a clear out to make room for new clothes, why not do a good deed this Christmas and donate your pre-loved good quality children’s clothes to the likes of Kidzeco or Kids Love Clothes and make someone else’s Christmas.
4) Something they read Pop into Waterstones in The Centre or the Little Owl’s Room at Far From The Madding Crowd in Linlithgow and pick up the perfect picture book or paperback present. There’s nothing better on a manic Christmas day than a five-minute time out reading a book. 5) Something for all the family Take the family to the Five Sisters’ Zoo Illuminations, check out the Panto at the Regal in Bathgate or Howden Park Centre in Livingston, enjoy Christmas Afternoon Tea at Almond Valley, or just buy a new board game and enjoy some cosy family nights in during the holidays. Whatever is on your wish list, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year! Until next year folks… The parenting column is contributed by Laura Archibald. Laura lives in West Lothian with her family and their campervan Hank. She is mummy, wife, blogger and full-time personal assistant to her two girlie girls. CALDERS | 47
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1st DECEMBER - St Paul’s Primary School, East Calder. 10am-12pm. Santa, gifts, facepainting, lucky dip, raffle, home baking. WEDNESDAY 5th DECEMBER Christmas Bauble handprinting - A workshop by Potter Around, held at Tot’s Spot East Calder. Get your tot’s handprint on a colourful Christmas bauble! www.totsspot. co.uk FRIDAY 7th DECEMBER Mulled Wine and Shopping Event - In aid of West Lothian Riding for the Disabled. Come along to our Festive Evening at Mannerstons for some mulled wine, mince pies, a quiz & exclusive shopping! Tickets £10, available in advance from Mannerstons Farm Shop & Cafe or can be reserved by email: wlrda2012@gmail.com THURSDAY 13th DECEMBER Pop up Shops at Tot’s Spot - 10am to 2.30pm. Tot’s Spot hosts lots of local mumprenurs who hold a shop in the community rooms. www.totsspot.co.uk SATURDAY 15th DECEMBER Kids Gone Wild Christmas session - In Bellsquarry Woods. We will be roasting marshmallows on the campfire, Xmas stories and woodland crafts. Limited placed available, please book in advance, visit www. kidsgonewild.co.uk SUNDAY 16th DECEMBER Community Christmas Carol Service - 6.30pm Partnership Centre, East Calder. Kirknewton and East Calder Parish Church of Scotland. SUNDAY 16th DECEMBER Baubles for Bliss - Buffet, raffle, disco and a special guest! Shopping from local businesses. 11am-2pm, in aid of Bliss, for babies born premature or sick. Hilcroft Hotel, Whitburn. Tickets £15 (under 1s free). Contact Coady on coadiak@gmail.com for info on how to purchase tickets. RUNS UNTIL SUNDAY 24th MARCH 2019 Brick City at Blackness Castle - Brick City is a celebration of iconic buildings from cities around the world, carefully recreated in LEGO® bricks by artist Warren Elsmore and his team. Included in normal castle admission price. Contact Historic Environment Scotland Rangers on 0131 652 8150, email rangers@hes.scot for information.
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1st DECEMBER - Jupiter Artland’s Christmas Fair - boutique craft stalls, live music, mulled wine and delicious seasonal street food, Santa’s Grotto, festive Donkeys and Christmas Tree yard and more. www.jupiterartland.org
2nd DECEMBER - Christmas Fair at Potter Around, Kirknewton. Lots of beautiful pottery for sale. 7th DECEMBER - Mid Calder Primary School 6pm8pm
7th DECEMBER - Pumpherston and Uphall Station Primary school - 12.45pm-3.00pm 7th DECEMBER - West Lothian College, Pavillion B, Executive Suites. 9am-4pm. Gifts, craft stalls, homebaking, raffle and tombola, in aid of Neil’s Hugs Foundation. 6th DECEMBER - The Larder Cafe, Calderwood. 5pm-8pm. Shopping and home baking.
8th DECEMBER - Christmas Fayre, East Calder Primary & Nursery. Main St, East Calder.10am1pm. Festive crafts, home baking, games, hotdogs, entertainment and Santa!
9th DECEMBER - Dogs Trust West Calder. 12pm3pm. Santa Paws, refreshments, tombola. Entry – bring a present for a Centre dog!
WHERE TO FIND SANTA – BESIDES THE FAIRS Linlithgow Canal Centre: 2pm on 15th, 16th, 22nd & 23 Dec Union Canal at Broxburn: The Bridge 19-40 Union Canal Society is running Santa Boat Trips 1st,2nd, 15th & Dec. Four trips each day at: 11am, 12 noon, 1pm or 2pm. Pre-book tickets online. £10 per person. www.facebook.com/events/185092282385380/ Santa’s Farmyard Cottage: Almond Valley Heritage Centre, 8th, 9th, and daily from 14th - 24th Dec Kidzeco: 15th December Meet Santa in the Bathgate store, book a timeslot with Kidzeco 1pm – 3pm. 20-24 George Street, Bathgate, EH48 1PW. Tel. 01506 815534 www.kidzeco.net The Bridge Inn at Ratho: Santa Breakfasts Meet Santa and his elves for fun and games, craft activities and photos. Full Scottish breakfast, or mouth-watering home-made pancakes with maple syrup will keep tummies full as Santa and the elves spread their festive cheer. 8, 9, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 24 Dec, two sittings, 9.30am & 11am. Tickets £15 per person. Opening weekend, December 8th & 9, tickets £12 per person. To book call 0131 333 1320 or email info@bridgeinn.com.
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Various forms of dance have made their way into the fitness studio in recent years as we’re always looking for fun and different ways of getting a workout.
And there is a new(ish) one on the block; making a difficult transition from stigmatised beginnings into the realm of a gymnastic sport, is pole fitness. Personally, I love it in the way I love to watch gymnastics – incredibly beautiful feats of strength and flexibility, with both men and women practising it. So when I heard about a new pole fitness studio opening at Newbridge, I was very excited to go along and have ago. Run by Melissa Jamieson, JamQueen offers a range of classes from absolute beginner to advanced. The classes are designed to be a fun workout in a relaxed atmosphere, with Melissa’s eclectic range of music thrown in! You don’t need to be already flexible and strong to try this – everyone is welcome to come and have a go. Melissa is a full time mature student at Edinburgh Napier University, studying biomedical science at the same time as running the JamQueen pole studio. There are classes three evenings a week plus Saturdays, as well as special events, pole parties and….corporate teambuilding! There is a second instructor, Maz (known as Big Maz) who also has a varied taste in music and a high calibre of coaching knowledge and experience. Having first tried pole fitness nearly 10 years ago, Melissa says “Joining the pole community has been one of the biggest blessings in my life. I love how everyone I’ve had the pleasure to meet has been empowering and supportive. My passion for teaching started as a cover teacher in November 2017 and I haven’t looked back since! 50 | CALDERS
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I love introducing this addictive sport to new people; showing them that they can own their bodies and watching their confidence grow, week by week. Pole really is for every body and I hope that you will feel inspired to give it a go.” See www.jamqueen.co.uk for details of memberships and to book classes. Facebook: /jamqueenpolefitness Instagram: @jamqueenpolefitness Drop in classes are £8.50 per session, or there is a range of membership packages available for all levels depending on how frequently you can come. There is plenty of parking near the studio. JamQueen Pole Fitness, 2 Harvest Road, Newbridge, Edinburgh, EH28 8LW This article was contributed by Helen-Jane Shearer after meeting Melissa at her studio in Newbridge – and trying the pole! Helen-Jane is the editor of Konect magazines and lives in West Lothian with her family. @KonectMagazines
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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. RAINBOW UNITS (Girls aged 5-7 years old) take place on Monday and Wednesday nights. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/getinvolved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com. BROWNIE UNITS (Girls aged 7-10 years old) take place on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/getinvolved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com. GUIDE UNIT (Girls aged 10-14 years old) take place on Wednesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com.
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FIONA THOMSON SCHOOL OF DANCE Fun and friendly dance classes for age 5+ in East Calder ‘old’ Community Centre. Classes in Tap, freestyle disco and Highland dance held on a Monday and Tuesday evening. First classes are free, we are open through out the summer holidays. For more information or to book a place contact us via facebook.com/ fionathomsonschoolofdance or email us at fiona@wlothian-danceschool.co.uk or phone 07786 438456
EAST CALDER YOGA WITH AMY Tues 9:30am - 10:30pm Gentle Vinyasa Flow, Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston Wed 7:00am - 8:00am Sunrise Yoga, East Calder Partnership Centre Fri 10:00am - 11:00am Gentle Vinyasa Flow, Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston W: www.yogawithamy.yoga E: amy@ yogawithamy.yoga T: 07717 377234. PILATES CLASSES East Calder Partnership Centre. Thursdays 9.30 10.30am and 6.30 - 7.30pm (Beginners/ Intermediate). Additional classes at Mid Calder & Hatton. Contact Mairianne 07912 963 851 for more details or email: pilates@bodyandcore.co.uk. See www. bodyandcore.co.uk & facebook.com/ bodyandcorepilates 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. 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 Partnership 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. Soccer school every Friday night and teams for all ages groups please check website for details www.eastcalderfc.co.uk/ EAST CALDER OLD FOLKS CLUB East Calder Partnership Centre. Last Thursday of the month, September to April 1.30pm -
3.30pm. Pensioners and non-pensioners welcome. Contact Carol Anne Murray (Sec). EAST CALDER LADIES’ CIRCLE East Calder Partnership Centre. Second Thursday of the month, Sept to May at 1-3pm. Secretary: Mrs E Bennett, 73 Mansefield, East Calder, West Lothian EH53 0JE. EAST CALDER YOUTH CLUB East Calder Partnership 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 Partnership 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 BINGO Pigeon Club, East Calder. Sun 8.00 - 10.00 All welcome BOYS BRIGADE 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 Partnership Centre. Mon-Fri 9am-11am from 2 years. For the best introduction to your child’s education - lots of fun to be had! £5.50 per session. Contact Carol on 07748 053340. RAINBOWS, BROWNIES AND GUIDES East Calder Church Hall, Main Street. Rainbows: East Calder Church Hall, Mon 6.30-7.30pm & Wed 6.15-7.15 Brownies: Kirknewton Church Hall Tues 6.30pm-8pm. Brownies contact Gillian Maben 01506 880640 or Sally buchanan. sally@btinternet.com Guides: Kirknewton Church Hall Mon 7pm-9pm and East Calder Church Hall Wed 7.30-9pm. Guides contact Fiona Wilson 07595 679117 fionamhwilson@sky.com. 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. www.eastcalderscouts.org.uk EAST CALDER YOUTH CLUB For P6 to S4, Fridays 6.30-8.30pm. Entry £1. Contact Errin Anderson Community Education Worker 01506 871278 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 Partnership 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.
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EAST CALDER ...cont EAST CALDER OLD TYME DANCE CLUB East Calder Partnership Centre We meet Tuesday afternoons from 1 pm to 3 pm, and dance to live music from Iain MacPhail, 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. Wednesdays at 9.30am and 11.30am. Contact Sue on 07803 520781 for more information. WEST LOTHIAN EAGLES – AUSSIE RULES FOOTBALL We have just started and are looking for new players, of all shapes and sizes, beginners especially for free training sessions. Get fit, have a laugh, make new friends and play a new sport. We train mainly in East Calder football pitch on the Main St. on Monday evenings at 7.15pm but we also train on various other places throughout West Lothian. Check the facebook page for details. www.facebook.com/wleaglesarfc/
KIRKNEWTON YOGA WITH AMY Thurs 9.30am - 10.30am, Beginner Yoga, The Green Room Thurs 8:15pm - 9:15pm, Vinyasa Flow, Kirknewton Village Hall. W: www.yogawithamy.yoga E: amy@ yogawithamy.yoga T: 07717 377234. COMMUNITY PLAYGROUPS KIRKNEWTON Kirknewton Village Hall Main Street, EH27 8AH. Manager Claire Contact: 07958530681. Open Tues, Wed and Friday 9:15 to 11:30am £7.50 per session. RAINBOW UNIT (Girls aged 5-7 years old) take place on Wednesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com. BROWNIE UNIT (Girls aged 7-10 years old) take place on Tuesday and Wednesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/getinvolved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com. GUIDE UNIT (Girls aged 10-14 years old) take place on Monday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com. MINI & ME A local group combing play and music held weekly on Tuesday’s in Kirknewton Village Hall, 1:30 - 2:45 and cost £1.50 per family. Ideal from Birth to pre-school. Contact Amanda on 07814055499 for more info or go to our Facebook Page; Kirknewton Mini & Me. (Classes don’t run during school holidays) KIRKNEWTON TODDLER GROUP We are a long standing not for profit group that run every Thursday morning in Kirknewton church hall 9.30-12 for children aged 0-5 years. £1.50 per family with snack and coffee included. MUSICAL MINI & ME Kirknewton Village Hall Mondays (Fortnightly) 2pm-2.45pm. Songs, stories and rhymes just for the
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little ones. Meet other mums & make new friends. Contact Amanda on 07814 055499. KOSY KAFF 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. KIRKNEWTON RUNNERS Meet at Kirknewton Park every Monday at 19.30 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. HATTON SPORTS CLUB Tennis and squash. Burnwynd, Kirknewton. Social and competitive play. LTA-qualified tennis coaches. Contact Carol Blamire 01506 880208 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 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. KIRKNEWTON PLAYGROUP A happy and friendly playgroup for children ages 2 to 5 years. Open Tues, Wed & Fri 9.15am - 11.30am in Kirknewton Village Hall. Contact admin@communityplaygroups.co. uk / 07593165100 or pop in and see us in the hall. £7.50 per session. Funded places are also available for eligible 2 year olds. BOOKBUG Songs and Stories for 0-5-years old, Kirknewton Church Hall Thursdays 10.45am – 11.15am weekly during term time. ACCESS 2 EMPLOYMENT JOB CLUB 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 YOGA WITH AMY Mon 6:30pm - 7:45pm Ashtanga Beginner Level, Mid Calder Institute Hall. Mon 8:00pm - 9:30pm Ashtanga Level 1, Mid Calder Institute Hall W: www.yogawithamy.yoga E: amy@ yogawithamy.yoga T: 07717 377234. RAINBOW UNIT (Girls aged 5-7 years old) take place on Wednesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com. BROWNIE UNIT (Girls aged 7-10 years old) take place on Tuesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com. GUIDE UNIT (Girls aged 10-14 years old) take place on Wednesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com. PILATES CLASSES Mid Calder Institute Hall. Wednesdays 9.30 - 10.30am (Beginners/Intermediate). Additional classes at East Calder & Hatton. Contact Mairianne 07912 20963851 for more
details or email: pilates@bodyandcore. co.uk. See www.bodyandcore.co.uk & facebook.com/bodyandcorepilates 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. STAR HARMONIES Musical Theatre School. Mid Calder Institue Hall.Tuesdays 10-30-11am- Baby Starz; 11-15-11-45amLittle 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. CUNNIGAR HOUSE ACTIVITY GROUP Are you over 60? Looking to get out and meet new people? Come and join in our activity group in Cunnigar House, Mid Calder, weekly Tuesdays (2-4pm). A mix of gentle physical activity, quizzes and games. We also love a good chat over a cup of tea! All welcome, cost is just £1 per session. Get in touch if you’d like more information, with Cyrenians OPAL (Older People, Active Lives) on 01506 815815 or email opal@ cyrenians.scot www.cyrenians.scot. at Cunnigar House, Mid Calder. 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-caldercolts.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. 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 A choir of around 20 ladies, new members most welcome. An ability to read music is not necessary, just lots of enthusiasm with a focus on fun! We hold two concerts a year, in June and December. Accompanied by the excellent West Calder Brass Band. Available on request to perform at other venues eg fundraising, local clubs and sheltered housing. Wed 7.30pm - 9.45 pm in Kirk of Calder, Mid Calder. Please contact John 01506 880029; Janice 01506 437658; or Iris 01506 431410.
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POLBETH STAR HARMONIES Musical Theatre School Polbeth Harwood Church. Mondays: Drama: 6-6-40pm- P1-3; 6-457-25pm- P4-7; 7-30-8-10pm- S1+. Dance: 6-6-30pm- Nursery-P2; 6-30-7-30pm-S1+; 7-30-8-10pm- P3-P7. Tuesdays: 3-15-345pm- 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 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. 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
WEST CALDER COMMUNITY PLAYGROUPS WEST CALDER West Calder Community Centre, Dickson Street, EH55 8DZ Manager Julie. Contact: 07591734155 Open Monday to Thursday 9:15 to 11:30am £7.50 per session. 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. 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. 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. 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. THE WOOLY QUILTERS CRAFT GROUP If you are looking for some inspiration or motivation to get going then this self help group is the ideal place for
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help and craft chat with a cuppa while you sew or knit. We do a variety of crafts from Patchwork & Quilting to Knitting & Spinning, or to get you started try making our beginners quilt! We meet up on a Wednesday Evening from 7pm to 9pm at The Stick & Cane Shop, Unit 5 Polbeth Industrial Estate, Polbeth, West Calder EH55 8TJ. For more information: email: woolyquilters@gmail.com or find us on facebook.
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CHURCHES WEST KIRK OF CALDER & POLBETH HARWOOD CHURCH West Kirk of Calder Service 9.45am every Sunday; Polbeth Harwood Church Service 11.15am every Sunday. Minister: Rev Dr Jonanda Groenewald, 3 Johnsburn Road, Balerno, EH14 7DN. Tel 0131-261-7977 KIRKNEWTON AND EAST CALDER CHURCH Kirknewton Services: 9.45am in Kirknewton Church, Station Road. East Calder Services: 11.15am in East Calder Church, Main Street. EnerJ (Sunday School) available. Crèche available. Minister: Rev Alistair Cowper, 8 Manse Court, East Calder, EH53 0HF. Tel 01506 357083. Our website: www.knec4jesus.org.uk has full details of current services/activities.
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.
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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.
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ESTATE AGENT ACCOUNTANCY & OPTICIAN Lothian Optical 17 Alba Property 28 BOOKKEEPING Drummond Miller LLP 23 PAINTING & DECORATING AKT Bookkeeping 23 Turpie & Co 24 Braekirk Decorators 33 APPLIANCE REPAIRS EDC Painters & Decorators 5 Home Appliance Repair 26 FITNESS CLASSES JamQueen 50 PET SITTING / BOARDING ARCHITECT South Lodge Cattery 37 Plan-It 39 FLORIST Vicky’s Flowers 15 PLASTERING BATHROOMS & KITCHENS Alexander Aitken Plastering 22 1st Choice Living 5 FUNERAL DIRECTOR Nu Walls 27 Dream Doors 38 Mark Porteous Funeral S and S Home Improvements 32 PLUMBING & HEATING Directors 55 Taylor Property 27 SERVICES FURTHER & HIGHER Currievale Plumbing & BEAUTICIAN EDUCATION Drainage 26 Lisa Blair 15 West Lothian College 43 Dewar Plumbing 23 The Wee Waxing Room 16 GARAGE DOORS EPH Scotland 22 BOILER SERVICES Max’s Garage Doors 37 McLellan Plumbing and The Gas Engineer 22 Heating 26 GARDEN CENTRE Plumb-It 39 BOWLING CLUB New Hopetoun Gardens 21 East Calder Bowling Club 45 PUBLIC HOUSE Riccarton Garden Centre 12 Black Bull Inn 40 BUILDER GARDEN DESIGN / Almond Building Company 33 MAINTENANCE RESTAURANT Al Borgo Ristorante 41 Build-It 39 D Greaves Landscape Courtyard by Marriott Dean Jones Building Services 22 Gardeners 30 Edinburgh West 4 Evergreen Balerno 30 CAR SERVICING, MOT & REPAIR Heritage Indian Cuisine 10 Autocare Solutions 4 GARDEN FURNITURE AND La Piuma Restaurant 10 JWG Car Care 34 BUILDINGS ROOFING Kirknewton Garage 34 Champfleurie Estate 31 The Flat Roof Co. 6 LVS Garage Services 7 GAS STOCKIST STORAGE FACILITIES CARPET & FLOORING SALES Charles Gas 22 Morrison Dick Container Forever Flooring 27 GLAZING REPAIRS Storage 23 CHILDREN’S NURSERY CR Smith 29 TAKEAWAY Angela Elizabeth Nursery 42 GOLFING Sky Kitchen Edinburgh 41 COMMUNITY FACILITIES Baberton Golf Club 41 THEATRE SCHOOL East Calder Community Hub 49 HAIR SALON Star Harmonies 46 Lothian Buses 2 Jane & Friends 15 TREE CARE SERVICES COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES LJP Studio 15 Evergreen Tree Surgery 30 Choose You - Yoga studio and TJ Barbers 15 TRUSTED TRADER SCHEME wellness hub 11 HANDYMAN West Lothian Trusted Trader Yoga With Amy 15 1st Call Handyman Services 37 Scheme 20 COMPUTER/PHONE REPAIRS JEWELLER TUITION Sprint Computer Repairs 35 Jewellery Workshop 16 Kumon Livingston 42 CURTAINS & BLINDS VET & ANIMAL WELLBEING Audyan Blinds 39 JOINERY Craigcrook Joinery 26 Pentland Veterinary Clinic 37 Harvey Bruce 20 Create Enhanced Spaces 26 Lamond Veterinary Clinic 36 DANCE: CLASSES / SUPPLIES Geoff Vinter Joinery 34 WINDOW CLEANER Highland Dance Shop 45 KILTMAKER Suburban Window Cleaning 39 DENTIST The Kilt Studio 6 YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SCHEME Artis Dental and Implant Studio 11 LOCKSMITH Developing the Young No.9 Practice 16 CVC Locksmiths and Security 22 Workforce 45 ELECTRICIAN A&A Electrical Solutions 27 MARKETING / LEAFLETING The Leaflet Lady 56 Riddell Electrical Services 33 SL Electrical 26 MOBILITY SERVICES Task Scotland 4 Ableworld 13
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