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The Calders, Kirknewton and Pumpherston November 2012

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Hello neighbours â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Tis the season for spooky stories and strange happenings ... and our feature article this month looks at two mysterious events from the local area, one in Livingston and the other on the A70 in Kirknewton near Harperrig Reservoir. Both happened a few years ago, but both are the subject of current TV and film projects they are still a subject of fascination as they have never been fully explained, so read the article on pages 8 and 9 and draw your own conclusions! There are lots of fantastic offers for Konect readers this month, so do look carefully through the adverts and get yourself some great deals from local businesses on everything from health and beauty, car, home and garden.

Contents Feature Article Our own X-files 8 Local Walk 30 Pets 18 Recipe 38 Children & Family 42

Congratulations to Sarah Stoddart of Mid Calder who won the crossword competition in the last issue. This month Julie Harris, beauty salon in Mid Calder, is offering a Dermalogica Facial for the winner, just perfect for using in time for the party season! So turn to the crossword on page 32. Thanks for reading the Konect Directory and for supporting local businesses!

Helen-Jane, Editor hj@konectdirectory.co.uk 07854 492638 The Konect Directory welcomes contributions such as old photographs, or short articles of local interest. The Editor reserves the right to edit any articles submitted for publication. Competitions & puzzles Prize crossword Community Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on Useful information Clubs & Classes Index of Advertisers

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Our Own X-Files By Helen-Jane Shearer

ounding a corner of a woodland path on Dechmont Law, a forester going about his job in November 1979 entered a clearing and came upon a large dome-shaped metallic object. So begins the tale of one of the most significant UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) incidents in Europe. Known as “The Livingston Incident” in paranormal research circles, on police files it remains an unsolved case of “an attack by person or persons unknown.” Robert Taylor, employee of the Livingston Development Corporation, was on a routine inspection of the Dechmont Law hillside one November morning, accompanied by his Irish red setter, to check fences to ensure that sheep and cattle didn’t stray into the wood. No-one witnessed what happened, until he turned up at his home in Deans on foot later that morning in a state of shock and barely able to speak. He had reversed his truck into a ditch, his trousers were ripped and his dog was very agitated. He stammered to his incredulous wife, “I have been attacked by a spaceship.” Robert’s story, which he maintained throughout his life, was that as he came upon this large dome- shaped object in the clearing, two round objects dropped from it to the ground and started rolling towards him, making sucking and popping noises. 1)

His dog was barking madly and there was an overwhelming burning smell. As they got near to him, projections came out of them towards his hips, grabbed him and pulled him forcibly towards the larger object. At this point he lost consciousness. When he came to, the object had gone leaving nothing but imprints in the ground and Robert in a state of shock. He managed to stumble back to his truck but reversed it into a ditch, such was his disorientation. He staggered home to Deans on foot. Robert’s assertion that he had been attacked by a spaceship and his description of the event led to the involvement of Strange Phenomena Investigations (SPI), a research society headed by Malcolm Robinson. I spoke to Malcolm, who was on site the following day to photograph the imprints on the ground and to interview the police and LDC personnel involved. The police forensic analysis of the ripped trousers concluded that they had not been torn by any forest debris (i.e. not by branches or sharp plants of any sort) nor by barbed wire. There was no explanation for the marks in the ground, and after thorough investigation by the police and forensic experts, the case remains unsolved. Robert’s boss and colleagues described him as a steady sane person, not given to telling stories and with no interest in the paranormal. I asked Malcolm how he went about investigating such cases. “You have to rule out the obvious explanations. I always ask people if they are on any medication. They may be after notoriety. There are lots of possible explanations so you have to be very careful.” He became fascinated by the paranormal when he set out as a young man to disprove the existence of ghosts. After some personal experiences and listening to the experiences of many other people he gradually began to change his mind. He now runs Strange Phenomena Investigations and says that the vast majority of reports of strange happenings can be explained. But he believes that there are enough unexplainable incidents to convince him that, he says, “there is evidence to suggest that humans have

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1) Police sketch of “Livingston Incident” marks in the ground. 2) The Livingston Incident Cairn, Dechmont Law. Photo courtesey of Malcom Robinson. 3) Harperrig, near the location of the A70 incident

been visited by beings from elsewhere – not necessarily extra terrestrial but from a different dimension”. A National Geographic programme is scheduled to be screened in early next year on the best UFO cases across Europe. “The Livingston Incident” features as part of the documentary and Malcolm was involved in the filming of it recently. He has also been approached by a film company who are currently making a film for release next year based on another UFO incident in this area – the “A70 Incident.”

they couldn’t account for the missing time. Neither Garry nor Colin had any interest whatsoever in the paranormal and, totally non-plussed, they didn’t report the incident to anyone besides friends. But they became increasingly troubled by nightmares, and in Garry’s case, severe headaches; both men found scars on their bodies that weren’t there before. They eventually contacted Malcolm at SPI, who encouraged them to undergo hypnotic regression therapy to try to discover what had happened that evening during the lost hour. Although sceptical, they were desperate for their own sanity and agreed to the hypnotherapy. They have no recollection of what happened, but in a series of hyphotherapy sessions they described their experiences. They were apparently taken into the craft and underwent various experiments at the hands of small grey creatures, some of them painful. The “A70 Incident” is still a subject of fascination, and since as far as anyone involved can tell Garry and Colin did not fabricate the whole story, their experience remains unexplained.

The stretch of the A70 from Kirknewton to Lanark, the “Lang Whang” is a quiet route between the heather-covered hills and has a bleak and remote aspect. It is the location of another unexplained incident, this time in 1992. Two men from Edinburgh, Gary Woods and Colin Wright, were driving along the A70 heading for Tarbrax one evening. As they turned one of the sharp corners just past Harperrig Reservoir, they were faced with what they described as a two-tiered black disc hovering motionless above the road. Shocked, they decided nevertheless to just drive under it and keep going. As they passed under the object, it emitted a curtain of mist which, as it reached the car, enveloped them in total blackness. Moments later, they regained sight and the car was shuddering. Somewhat shaken, they continued their drive to Tarbrax. But, on arriving at their friend’s house they discovered that it was an hour later than they had thought; the journey which normally took 30 – 40 minutes had taken an hour and a half and

How would you react if one of your good friends or colleagues announced they had been attacked by aliens? “I have no problem with sceptics,” says Malcolm. “I think you have to have had a personal experience of the paranormal, or be very close to someone who has, before you will start to accept it as an explanation for events that are otherwise inexplicable.” With thanks to Malcolm Robinson of Strange Phenomena Investigations.

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Thought for the Month Higher Self v Ego Self By Jackie Whigham

uddhist monks in Bangkok were asked to move their temple further up land because of new road developments. As the monks started to transport their belongings, one of them noticed a few cracks appearing in their six foot clay Buddha. Quickly he shone a torch and noticed something shining back at him. Grabbing tools he started to chip away at the clay to see what was sparkling behind it. Several hours later the monk stood back in amazement! There stood the most magnificent six foot Golden Buddha!

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He then learned that over a hundred years ago the monks of that time heard the Burmese army were on their way to invade their country. They decided to cover the Golden Buddha in clay to stop it from being stolen. Sadly all of the

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Just like the clay covered the beauty of the Golden Buddha, we too have covered the beauty of our Spirit, the essence of who we really are through fear of not being good enough. Allow your innate nature to shine! To do this, step back into your power by being true to yourself at all cost - it is through this you will reveal the Golden Buddha that lives within you. Have a great day!

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We want to get everyone – kids, teenagers, students, adults, parents, carers and grandparents to be part of Team KN and join in with the ‘I Love Kirknewton’ Fundraising Challenge. The three projects are supporting youth groups, the cycle/walking multipath and the new community hub. All funds will be distributed by the local charity group Kirknewton Community Development Trust.

12.12.12 By 12.12.12 we’d like as many of your ideas as possible – and maybe you’ll do something on or around that date too as part of the Christmas Festival. Walk, jog, sit in a bath of beans – anything at all! You may just do one thing – or you may go completely mad! Anyone who raises £1000+ will also get a plaque in the Resource Centre.

DONATE You can simply donate £1,2,3,4,5 or £10 by texting on your phone KCDT01 £(your donation) to 70070. You can donate online at https://www.charitygiving.co.uk/donate/ donate_b.asp?charityid=6957 FUNDRAISE You can fundraise yourself or as a group and set up your fundraising page at https://www. charitygiving.co.uk/fundraising/newpage. asp?charitylink=6957 Let us know any idea you have at https:// www.surveymonkey.com/s/kirkfundraising and give it a go! We’ll let everyone know what you are up to. Get family and friends to sponsor you – they can even do it online in euros or $’s. SWAP, SELL AND BUY You can swap, recycle, sell or buy at the Kirknewton community facebook group ‘car boot sale’ at http://www.facebook. com/#!/groups/kirknewton/ and give an ‘honesty donation’ of what you get.

THE PROJECTS YOU WILL HELP Youth Groups need your help We want to start a youth club in Kirknewton. The Kosy Kafe is looking for volunteers to keep it open. The playgroup have struggled for funds. Laptops in the school have missing keys. We would like to see a youth coordinator to support such groups. Help develop a cycle/walking multipath from Kirknewton Over the last year a group of volunteers have been working with the Forestry Commission on a cycle/multipath route around nearby Selm Muir Wood and they need to fund a plan for an off road route from the village to get there. Help pay for the Resource Centre roof! We have to contribute £20,000 of funds to the Resource Centre build and, because of planning, the original (donated) roof is now having to be paid for – another £20,000! ONE YEAR ONLY So, for one year only, charity begins at home. Please help improve the quality of life in your own community. Be part of Team KN. Donate, text, fundraise, swap, sell, buy, shop online, go crazy – whatever help you can give. If you have any other ideas let us know. For further details contact Tony Foster on 01506 883988 or 07734 884320 or e mail infokirknewton@gmail.com

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A walk through history By Karen Murray

alking simply for walking’s sake is perfectly fine. Exercise is not only important in our every day lives, it is perhaps paramount in today’s sedentary times. However, if you can combine a walk with some historical or geographical interest, all the better. Having often headed to village of Cramond to grab a walk and some fresh sea air - it being a great area for the kids to practice cycling, roller skating or scootering - I have always fancied checking out the ruins of the Roman settlement that lie between the Church and the shoreline. Parking in the main car park at Cramond, there is a narrow and somewhat muddy path leading directly from the car park to the ruins.

During the Roman occupation of Britain, Cramond was an important coastal fort. It was built at the mouth of the Almond River in 142 AD to protect the eastern frontier established by the Romans. The fort was occupied until about 170 AD, and then again briefly between 208 and 211 AD. Later, what is now Cramond Kirk was built within the ruins of the fort, and the foundations of the fort were only rediscovered in 1954. Perhaps even more interesting than the striking remains from the Roman occupation of the area, the archaeological excavations

that were carried out revealed a site that has been dated to 8,500 years ago - making this the oldest evidence of human occupation in Scotland. As you wander around the excavation site, reading the interpretation boards, the fort comes alive in front of you. It happened to be the annual Doors Open Days weekend when I visited so the Kirk was open to all visitors and investigation of the excavation site actively encouraged. That said I was on a walk and in need of exercise, so while I enjoyed the historical interlude, I stepped quickly through history and into the walled park area behind the Kirk. A play park here might distract the kids, but also add to their enjoyment of the exercise. The path continues along the length of the high wall and out the other side, but ignore the exit and continue on the path as it heads back into the wooded park area becoming narrower and muddier as the trees encroach. There is a seemingly disused series of ‘outdoor gym’ structures that I personally chose to ignore but I could probably have increased the exercise regime by giving them a go. The whole circuit of the walled area does not take long - maybe 15 minutes from the car park to the ‘kissing gate’ exit on the far side of the park. This exit brings you out onto a field overlooking the Cramond shoreline and across to Cramond Island. Here things get a little soggy underfoot - the path is a little unclear and goes across fields but basically heads straight(ish) down towards the path along the

Images: 1) Remains of Roman Fort 2) Cramond Island

3) Fish sculpture on Cramond foreshore

shoreline - just aim for the corresponding gate at the bottom of the field. From there, you can complete a simple loop by walking along the tarmac path back to the village itself and the car park. A relatively quick walk but with various terrain and plenty of history. Of course if it happens to be low tide, you are bound to be tempted to walk out the island do ONLY try this two hours either side of low tide though as you might end up stuck over there for some while and there is not much in the way of shelter. It was in fact low tide when I visited and sorely tempted though I was, I decided on a walk on the beach instead and then a look around the exhibition and education centre which runs at weekends between May and September at the Maltings, Riverside. You get a great insight into the history of Cramond Island when it used to be inhabited. It would be worth looking around the exhibition before making the trip over the causeway to the island.

If you have timed it well and decide to make the walk out to and around the island, you will be in need of refreshment on your return. Luckily you can choose from the Cramond Gallery Bistro on Riverside or the local pub the Cramond Inn. Visit www.cramondheritagetrust.org.uk for more information on the village and its surrounds.

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Peggy McLachlan Family History Column By Maureen McIntyre

hile researching your family you will come across many stories of hardship and heartache.

One particular story I have in my tree concerns my Great Grandmother Peggy McLachlan. Peggy was born on the 1st February 1862 in Nairn and lived to the age of 81. It is hard for me to comprehend the life that she lived but I think she must have been a very strong and amazing lady. At the age of 21 she married my Great Grandfather Kenneth MacKenzie; Peggy was at the time nearly 9 months pregnant and she gave birth to the first of 12 children 25 days after the wedding. I have always imagined that this must have been a ‘shot-gun’ wedding, with my Great Great Grandparents ensuring that Kenneth made an honest woman of Peggy! The couple’s youngest child Jessie arrived on 2nd October 1905 - 12 children in 22 years; Peggy was 43 years old. Jessie never knew her father as Kenneth was killed in an accident 5 months before she was born and Peggy was left a widow with 9 children under the age of 18. When I found Kenneth’s death entry, I saw that the record had an RCE attached. This stands for Register of Corrected Entries and means that there has been some amendment made to the original entry. It could mean that the informant who registered the event gave the wrong details or that someone had changed their name but in this case it meant that there was an amendment made to the cause of Kenneth’s death. 34

Following the introduction of the Fatal Accidents Inquiry (Scotland) Act 1895 accidents have to be investigated in court, and the RCE told me that the cause of Kenneth’s death was “shock caused by injuries received, as per the verdict of the jury”. This gave me a clue, had there been a fatal accident enquiry into Kenneth’s death? Could the court papers from the enquiry have survived? My next stop was the National Records of Scotland who hold Records of the Court of Session and Sheriff Courts. http://www.nas.gov.uk/catalogues/ default.asp A search of their catalogue revealed that they did indeed hold the papers concerning the Fatal Accident Enquiry and after leafing through a very large book I came across all the paperwork pertaining to the enquiry. The information it contained was extensive and included Kenneth’s employer, a list of names of those on the jury, a description of how the accident happened, a description of Kenneth’s injuries, witness statements and the verdict. Kenneth had been helping to build a new electricity works in the town of Inverness and he was pushing a wheelbarrow containing lime or stones up a plank which was placed between some scaffolding when the scaffolding and plank fell to the ground. The document makes sad but fascinating reading. Peggy survived; she brought up her children, including my Grandpa, also named Kenneth, who was 11 years old when his father died. I have so much admiration for my Great Grandmother, a strong Highlander! Please contact me at rootsandbranches@hotmail.com if you would like any help with tracing an elusive ancestor.

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November Recipe and Food Notes By Anne Pinkerton

ost harvests are over by November, the exception being grapes for very special sweet wines which are left on the vine till the frost concentrates the juice. The other, more practical, harvests for the month are chestnuts and dried beans. Both of these are much enjoyed by the Italians who use them in delicious and innovative ways. Chestnuts do not have to be half raw, burnt and difficult to peel, nor need they be reserved for the brussel sprouts for the Christmas meal. The nuts can become Marron glacee and then, after grating and adding to whipped, sweetened cream become Mont Blanche pudding. The flour from the chestnuts is very nutritious and was the saving of people on restricted diets in harsh winters in Central Europe. They added it to bread and soups or stews when there was little else to feed them. There are several wonderful rich continental cakes which use chestnut flour with chocolate, just right for eating with strong coffee in Vienna or at home as a special treat. Italian Chestnut Soup The recipe gives instructions for dealing with fresh nuts; but you can find cooked, plain frozen chestnuts in some supermarkets, especially at this time of year. They are very good, save waste and work and you can use as few as you like. 500gm chestnuts 2 onions chopped fine 1 carrot chopped fine 1 stick celery chopped fine butter or bacon fat for frying 2 1/2 pints stock or water Salt, pepper, chopped parsley Score the bottom of the chestnuts and bake them in a slow oven or boil them gently for 15 minutes. They will then be easy to peel.

Fry the onions and when browned add and fry the other veg. Add the water or stock and the peeled chestnuts. Cook gently for 40 minutes till the nuts are breaking up. Whiz in a liquidizer or puree with a hand -blender or press through a sieve. Check the seasoning, add salt, pepper and chopped parsley to taste and serve with croutons fried in either butter or bacon fat. If you want to make more of a meal of the dish you can add sliced cooked salami or chorizo. Lamb and Aubergine in Red Cabbage Leaves November makes me think of red cabbage which I believe is an under valued vegetable. Here is an interesting way to use it. 350gm minced lamb 75gm streaky bacon chopped fine 1 medium aubergine cut in small chunks 6 large red cabbage leaves 50gm dried white bread crumbs 2 eggs beaten salt, pepper, ground cumin,ground coriander, chopped parsley table spoon tomato puree. 200gm tin chopped tomatoes a little red wine if you have some Carefully remove 6 large leaves from the cabbage. Blanch them in boiling water and refresh in cold water. They will be pliable and are the wraps for the dish. Keep them under a damp tea cloth till the filling mixture is ready. Brown the onion with the bacon and aubergine. Then add the lamb mince and brown this too.

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In a bowl mix the bread crumbs and the eggs, salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, tomato puree, parsley and mix well together. Add the meat and veg and mix. Divide this filling between the 6 cabbage leaves and roll them up, making a parcel for the meat. Secure them with a toothpick and put them in a shallow ovenproof baking dish. Cover with the broken up tomatoes and a little more liquid (red wine,tomato juice or stock) Bake in 160ยบC for 60-80 minutes. The rest of the cabbage can be used as a hot veg or for a more interesting coleslaw. After all this savoury food a quick store cupboard pudding :

Apricot Mousse 425gm can apricots in juice 1 tablespoon sugar 8gm or sachet gelatine 1/2 pint double cream lightly whipped Liquidise or blend the fruit with its juice. In a cup or heat proof mug, soften the gelatine with a little water or white wine. Put the cup in a small pan with water half-way up the cup. Warm till the gelatine dissolves and looks clear. Mix with the fruit puree. Gently mix in the sweetened whipped cream. Put in a bowl or individual pots to set in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Decorate with chopped dried apricots, nibbled almonds or a little whipped cream if you feel festive.

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Local Charity River Kids

iver Kids is a home-grown West Lothian charity focussing on local children in need, be that supporting an individual family in difficulty or a children’s group. They provide support in many ways, from help for a child with a disability, equipment for a children’s group or making the lives of disadvantaged children brighter via birthday and Christmas presents that they would not otherwise receive. Set up in October 2005, River Kids was originally part of River FM, a radio station that closed in January 2007. One of the original trustees, Wendy Simpson, continued alone without the resources that the station had offered. Starting from scratch and overcoming many obstacles, the charity is now active throughout West Lothian, raising money from direct donations, fundraising events and bucket collections to help struggling families and children.

supported the charity throughout this ongoing partnership to help raise vital funds with the help of mall resources and retailer support. So far this year River Kids has provided support for 41 local children to continue their training amidst funding cuts, as well as paying for transport for a group of children with disabilities to go on a coach trip to a theme park, support for children to go on school trips, started a refurb at A&E at St John’s Hospital and aided a local football team with support and contacts to receive equipment. It has also provided birthday presents for many disadvantaged children along with more essential items.

Its first fundraising event was a bucket collection at The Centre, Livingston, in November 2005. This raised £600 which was donated to St. John’s hospital to host a Christmas party for the kids receiving treatment that year. The hospital was also hoping to have a play area for children at the hospital, and together with the Sick Kids Friends Foundation, River Kids helped raise enough money to have it completed in September 2009.

The big focus at this time of the year is the West Lothian Children’s Toy Appeal. Every Christmas toys are distributed around West Lothian to children in need, as recommended by authorities. In December 2011 over 10 000 toys were distributed to over 1,200 children. This Christmas the aim is to reach even more children, as well as to expand it out to include birthdays throughout the year. Now is a good time to have a pre-Christmas clear-out and donate any unwanted toys in good condition to River Kids so that they can be distributed to children less fortunate than your own. The charity is also arranging a breakfast with Santa every weekend of December at The Centre, Livingston and a Christmas party on the 8th December at Livingston FC.

Wendy has worked tirelessly for River Kids since it was founded and was this year awarded the well-deserved Fundraising Hero status by Daily Record Our Heros awards.

River Kids staff are all volunteers from various backgrounds. Please check their website at www.riverkids.org.uk for details of upcoming events and how you can get involved.

To add to a year of success, River Kids was nominated as The Centre, Livingston’s local charity of the year. The shopping centre has

Donations of new or good quality second hand toys can be made to River Kids at any time.

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What’s on & Useful Information November

Sunday 7th October Toadstool tour 1.30pm – 3pm. Join the Ranger Service past and present for this fantastic fungi hunt with Mary Konik. Rough tracks with some uphill. Suitable for all. Meet at Gasworks Brae, Bank St, Mid-Calder. Cost: £2.20 per person Bonfire night events Bathgate : Saturday 3rd November, dow 6.15pm. Fireworks display in Mea . food and t men rtain Park, local ente Tickets £5, children under 16 £1 Linlithgow Rugby Club: Saturday 3rd s tbc, November, from 7pm. Ticket price 379 call 07770 266 Deer Park, Livingston : Monday 5th bers November, start 7.30pm. Non mem £5, or group of 4 £15. in Callendar Park, Falkirk. Free event ment Callendar Park. 5th Nov, entertain starts 6.30, fireworks at 7.30pm. (No ing parking available at the park. Park , nue Ave per Kem available at tral Callendar Business Park and the Cen Retail Park. Hopetoun House : Saturday 3rd er November, Adult £10, child £6, und 3s free. Gates open 4pm, fireworks 6.30. Booking essential, tickets from www.ticketmaster.co.uk. Livingston Cricket Club - tbc

buy those special gifts from some of West Lothian’s well known artists & craftsfolk. Sunday 18th November Almondell Past and Present A walk and talk through time to explore the heritage of Almondell Estate. Suitable for all. 1.30 – 3pm. Meet at theVisitor Centre, Almondell & Calderwood Country Park. Cost:Free

East Calder Library information Main Street, East Calder, EH53 0EJ 01506 883633 email: eastcalder.lib@westlothian.gov.uk Opening times Mon, Wed & Fri: 9.00am - 5.30pm Tues & Thurs: 9.00am - 8.00pm Saturday: 9.00am - 1.00pm Please note Library has new opening time of 9.00 every morning, closing times remain the same. There have been a lot of changes happening in the Libraries Dept over the last few months, and we at East Calder have undergone some re-organisation because of this. Gillian Downie is still here, now in the post of Team Leader, Customer Service Officers are Carol Quinn and Dana Marshall, Customer Service Assistants are Ann Donoghue and Ben Slattery. Mobile library timetable Alternate Tuesdays in:

Saturday 10th November Crafts Fair Livingston Crafts Association 35th Annual Fair. St Margaret’s Academy, Howden Road South, EH54 6AT. Free admission and ample parking. 10am – 4.30pm.

Wilkieston Elmbank Wilkieston Hatton Inch Haig

1.15pm - 1.25pm 1.30pm - 1.40pm 1.45pm - 1.55pm 2.00pm - 2.10pm

Saturday 17th November Harburn Annual Craft Fair Harburn Village Hall, Harburn Village. 11 am till 3 pm. Free admission, refreshments, raffle. Your opportunity to

Kirknewton Kaimes Crescent Sawmill Roosevelt Rd Churchill Way Braekirk

2.15pm - 2.50pm 2.55pm - 3.20pm 3.30pm - 3.40pm 3.45pm - 3.55pm 4.00pm - 4.10pm

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Every Wednesday in: Mid Calder Spottiswood Cir Spottiswoode Cre Almondside Post Office

5.40pm - 5.50pm 5.50pm - 6.05pm 6.10pm - 6.25pm 6.30pm - 7.00pm

Pumpherston Library information Pumpherston Library is now open in new location in the new primary school on the Drumshoreland Road. New telephone number 01506 280996 email Pumpherston.lib@westlothian.gov.uk New opening times Mon 14.00 - 17.00 Wed 14.30 - 16.30 Thurs 14.00 - 18.00 East Calder Medical Practice 147 Main Street, East Calder, EH53 0EW 01506 882882 St Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital 01506 523000

Did you know over the last year a group of volunteers have been working with the Forestry Commission on a cycle/multipath route around nearby Selm Muir Wood and planning an off road route from Kirknewton village to get there? On 10.11.12 they are going to spend the day in the wood clearing a route and building up some ditches with the Forestry Commission and are looking for some volunteers. Contact dmccool111@gmail.com if you wish to help. Marshmallows on a hot fire will be provided!!

East Calder Commun 1st Tuesday of every ity Council Community Centre atmonth in the 7.00pm Kirknewton Comm 2nd Tuesday of everyunity Council month in the Village Hall at 6.30pm Mid Calder Commun 2nd Thursday of every ity Council Institute Hall at 7.30pmmonth in the . (Recess July and August).

Registration of Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Offices in West Lothian provide advice and assistance to anyone requiring information on the registration of births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships, and issue copy extract certificates. We can conduct civil partnership ceremonies and give advice on recording a change of name. No appointments are necessary at East Calder Registration Office, situated within the library at 200 Main Street East Calder. The office is open 10 - 12 and 2 - 5 Monday to Friday.

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Last Post Times Kirknewton Post Office Mon - Fri 5.00pm then a few minutes later from the box near the level crossing. Sat 11.15am East Calder Post Office Mon - Fri 5.20pm Sat 11.15am Mid Calder Post Office Mon - Fri 5.15pm, Sat 11.35am Pumpherston Post Office Mon - Fri 5.15pm, Sat 11.00am Collection from box at Livingston Delivery Office, Fairbairn Road, at 6.30pm

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(from www.westlothian.gov.uk) Summer / Winter (Term 1) Tue 21/8/12 - Fri 21/12/12

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Clubs and Classes

sports, hobbies, learning, support groups and more... EAST CALDER 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. Zumba with Lindsay East Calder Church hall Mon 7-8 pm Strathbrock Parish Church hall, Uphall on the Ecclesmaccan Road. Wed 7.30pm- 8.30pm. Facebook Zumba with Lindsay. Also Instep dance classes in East Calder Primary School on Thursdays : Disco freestyle 6.00 - 6.45pm Nursery to p7 Tap 6.45pm-7.30pm Nursery to p7 Disco freestyle7.30pm – 8.15pm Seniors Tap 8.15 to 9.00 pm Seniors Contact lindsayandersondance@yahoo.co.uk or call 07834 183084 East Calder Bowling Club Bingo every Sun and Wed 8pm– 9.30pm. Junior coaching (10 to 16 years old) every Fri 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, club news. East Calder Colts FC East Calder Park. We are currently recruiting for an under 10’s team born 2002. Information required regarding any of our teams please visit our website www.eastcaldercolts.co.uk or contact Head Coach Rab McCulloch on 07920 482216. Let’s put the fun back into football. All welcome. Zumba with Lorraine Tues, Mid Calder institute hall 7.15pm -8.15pm Wed and Fri East Calder church hall 9.30am -10.;30am Thurs Mid Calder Primary School 8.30pm – 9.30pm Sat Mid Calder Institute Hall 10am- 11am Kids zumbatomic classes age 7 -12, East Calder scout hall Wed 3.45pm – 4.30pm, please contact Lorraine as spaces are limited. Lorraine Farmer 07816 835926, email lfarmer@f2s.com Bingo Pigeon Club, East Calder Sun 8.00 - 10.00 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 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Secretary: Mrs E Bennett, 73 Mansefield, East Calder, West Lothian EH53 0JE. Scottish Slimmers Pigeon Club Tues 6.00pm Call 0800 362636 for more info.

Young Mums East Calder Community Centre Mon 11.00am – 12.30pm. Free. Contact health visitor via health centre for further details 01506 880582 Step Into Dance with Vicky East Calder Church Hall Highland, Cheerleading, Tap, Freestyle Disco, Ballet, Hip Hop and a boys-only Hip Hop. Classes for ages 2 to adult, on Thurs & Fri. See www.stepintodancewithvicky.co.uk for more information or contact 07719 646942 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 Calll Jean Gilchrist 01506 880367 Patchwork Classes We run patchwork classes throughout the week at Marys’ Patch. Monday 10-12, 1-3, Tuesday 10-12, 1-3, Wednesday 9.30-11.30, 12.30-2.30, Thursday 9.30-11.30, 12.30-2.30 Saturday 10-2. Knitting classes also available. Circuit Training Sunday’s 6 – 7pm East Calder Scout Hall, £3 per session. An instructor-led class of pre set workout stations, the complete body workout, suitable for all levels of fitness, 16yrs plus. Under 16s welcome with participating adult, see website for further details Please contact: Email ailsa@amcfitness.co.uk Tel: 07808 161634 Web: www.amcfitness.co.uk East Calder Playgroup Now located in East Calder Community Centre. Mon-Fri 9:15am-11:15am from 2 years For the best introduction to your child’s education - lots of fun to be had! £4 per session. Contact Carol on 07748 053340 Rainbows, Brownies and Guides East Calder Primary School Rainbows Wed 6.15 – 7.15pm Brownies Tues 6.30 – 8pm & Wed 6.30 – 8pm Guides Mon 7 – 8.50pm & Wed 7.30 – 9pm Contact Gillian Maben 01506 880640 Toddler Clinic East Calder Health Centre 1st Tues of every month. Drop in for advice and support 1.30pm – 3.30pm Douglas Pilates See www.douglaspilates.co.uk or call 01506 870062 for class times and venue. Karate East Calder Sports Centre Ages 5 - 15 yrs . Junior Class: Fri 6.00pm - 7.00pm Intermediate/Advanced Class: Fri 7.00pm - 8.00pm Wadokai Karate, both boys and girls welcome, £4.00/ session. Contact David Ewing on 0131 657 2085

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 Adult Line Dance Class East Calder Pigeon Club Mondays: Beginners 7pm, Improvers 8pm, Advanced 9pm. Tel Cathy Bird 07809 423592 emailcathybird.gb@gmail.com Firefly Arts (Youth Theatre) East Calder Primary School Juniors (P5 - P7) Fridays 2.30pm - 4pm £2.50 per week (1st week free). Classes also availble in Kirknewton, West Calder & Howden Park Contact 01506 773883 EC Allsteps Cheerleaders East Calder Church Hall and West Lothian College Competitive cheerleading squad. Also adult squad fun class at East Calder Sports Centre Mon 9.00pm - 10.00pm. For more information see www.ecallstepcheerleaders.co.uk or call 07719 646942 Needlecraft Club East Calder Community Centre Thur 7.00pm - 9.00pm Contact Sheila (Secretary) on 0131 333 2217 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 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 Breast Feeding Support Group East Calder Community Centre Wed 11.30am – 12.30pm except during school holidays. Free. Contact Health Visitor via Health Centre for further details 01506 880582

KIRKNEWTON Kirknewton Starlets Kirknewton Primary School Babies class up to age 8 Thurs 5.30pm - 6.30pm. Junior/senior class Thurs 6.15 - 8.00pm. For info contact Trisha t.ewing@btinternet.com Zumba with Kat Village Hall, Kirknewton, Thursday 7-8pm. Class is from age 16 up or age 12 if accompanied by an adult. Contact 07940 245151 or see Zumba Kat on facebook Firefly Arts (Youth Theatre) Kirknewton Village Hall Juniors (P5-P7) Tues 4.30 - 6.00pm £2.50 per week (1st week free). Classes also availble in East Calder, West Calder & Howden Park Contact 01506 773883

Douglas Pilates Classes Designed to help achieve health and fitness goals through expertly designed exercises. Because classes are limited a maximum of 12 people, you will get plenty of personal attention. Classes are held on: Mondays Ratho Community Centre - 6pm Tuesdays Murieston Village hall - 9:15am West Calder Community Centre - 6:45pm and 8pm Wednesdays West Calder Community Centre - 6pm Grand Central Pub, Deans – 7:45pm Thursdays Dedridge Baptist Church - 8pm Fridays Kirknewton Church - 9:15am To contact Susan Douglas and for classes information visit http://www.douglaspilates.co.uk/ Potter Around Studio at Overton Farm, Kirknewton, EH27 8DD Clubs including oil painting for both children and adults, jewellery workshops, fused glass, candle making, knitting, scrapbooking, kids craft club, Warhammer club. Craft shop, beads, children’s parties, baby prints and more. Plus drop in any time for pottery painting. For all class times, bookings and more information call 01506 238961 or email chat@potteraround.co.uk. www.potteraround.co.uk Kirknewton Rainbows Kirknewton Village Hall Wed 5.00pm - 6.00pm For girls aged 5-7. Please contact Gill Greaves for more information on 01506 883261 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.knex4jesus.org.uk for more information. Kirknewton Play Group Kirknewton Village Hall Mon – Fri 9.00am – 11.15am Ages 2 to 5 yrs. £5.00 per session. Call in and see us during session times Toddler Group Kirknewton Church Hall Parents/carers with tots aged 0-3 yrs, fridndly group with play, stories and craft for the children and meet up/chat for parents. Thur 9.30 - 11.30am Hatton Sports Club Tennis and squash. Burnwynd, Kirknewton Social and competitive play. LTA-qualified tennis coaches. Contact Carol Blamire 01506 880208 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 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

Clubs and Classes

sports, hobbies, learning, support groups and more... Cathy Bird Highland Dancers Kirknewton Village Hall, Fridays 3-6yrs 5.30-6.20pm; 7+ yrs 6.30-7.20pm tel: 07809 423592 email: cathybird.gb@gmail.com www.cathybirdhighlanddance .co.uk KASPARS Afterschool Club Kirknewton Church Hall. Afterschool care Mon - Thu 3.15 - 6.00, Fri 12.30 - 6.00. Breakfast Club Mon - Fri 8.00 - start of school. Call 07871 791000 Kirknewton Pensioners Club Kirknewton Village Hall 1st Wednesday of Month 1.00pm - 3.30pm and 3rd Thursday of Month 7.00pm - 9.00pm Everyone aged 60 years and over welcome Kirknewton Runners Meet at Kirknewton Park every Monday 19.30 Singing Group Kirknewton Community Development Trust Office Mondays 7.30-9.00pm. Text/phone Caroline on 07000 810431 e-mail caroline@hicksonhanlon.co.uk

MID CALDER Mini Music Makers Glenalmond Hall, Main Street, Mid Calder, EH53 0AN Weekly interactive music classes on Thursday mornings in Mid Calder. Singing games and rhymes are used bring these interactive music education classes for pre-school children and their parents/carers to life. Booking enquires: claire.ashwood@nycos.co.uk, 0141 287 2943. Find out more: www.nycos.co.uk/mini-music-makers 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 Folk Club Meets every third Tuesday of the month at the “Tap Shop” The Midcalder Inn, Mid Calder at 8pm Calder Bells Glenalmond Hall, Mid Calder Rehersals Mondays 7.30pm New members welcome Mid Calder School of Dance Mid Calder Institute Hall Tap, Highland, Disco Tues 6.00pm - 7.00pm & Fri 6.15pm - 9.00pm. Various ages Contact Heather 01501733054 Mid Calder Mother and Baby Group Institute Hall Tuesdays 10.00 Please call Vicky Ramsay for details on 07515 495101

The Willows Playgroup School Lane, Mid Calder Recently refurbished, places available for children from 2 years. Mon – Thurs 9-11am. £4 per session. Snack provided, nappy changing facilities. For more information please contact Sam on 01506 882832. Zumba with Lorraine Tues, Mid Calder institute hall 7.15pm -8.15pm Wed and Fri East Calder church hall 9.30am -10.;30am Thurs Mid Calder Primary School 8.30pm – 9.30pm Sat Mid Calder Institute Hall 10am- 11am Kids zumbatomic classes age 7 -12, East Calder scout hall Wed 3.45pm – 4.30pm, please contact Lorraine as spaces are limited. Lorraine Farmer 07816 835926, email lfarmer@f2s.com 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 Toddler Group Institute Hall Tues 9.15-11.15, £1 per toddler. For more info, please call 07949159097 or email lindacarragher@hotmail.com Yoga Classes Masonic Hall Wednesday 7.30pm - 9.00pm Contact Linda Bibby 01506 884115 www.wholebodybalance.co.uk Oakbank Bowling Club Oakbank are having a Ladies Day/Night on October 27th – tickets are £10 (on sale now) – Comedian,Singer and Disco plus food. All welcome 2pm – late. Contact Mrs J McElhinney, Secretary, Oakbank Bowling Club. Choral Highlights Ladies’ Choir Kirk of Calder Rehearse Sun 11.45-12.45pm & Wed 7.30 -8.45pm Repertoir includes songs from Musical shows, Scottish songs, Religious and Pop music. Perform 2 concerts a year, one in May/ June and a Christmas concert in early December. All concert venues considered. New members very welcome, come and join us! Contact: John Rankine, Musical Director LLCM (TD) on 01506 880029 www.kirkofcalder.com (Church Organisations) Welcome Cafe Glenalmond Hall Every Tuesday 10am-12noon. This is a Fair Trade Cafe 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 Fred Roe at 01506 202190 or Steve Collier at 01506 881398 or Gordon Scott at 01506 882616.

Rainbows, Brownies and Guides Rainbows Wed night Brownies Tues night, Guides Mon and Wed nights. Contact Katrina Wallace on 01506 883816

POLBETH 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 information on 01506 435708.

PUMPHERSTON Parent, Baby and Toddler Group Meets in Uphall Station Institute Hall every Thursday during term time, 12:15 - 2pm. A warm welcome to new members from the surrounding areas. 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 Saturday, check programme with the Rangers on 01506 882254 Zumba with Lindsay Monday East Calder Church Hall 7pm to 8pm Wednesday Uphall south parish church Hall 6pm to 7 pm Check out my facebook page - zumba with Lindsay for more details or contact me at: lindsayandersondance@yahoo.co.uk 07834183084 www.zumba.com Ditch the workout and join the party 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 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 14 years. Contact Jean Walkinshaw 01506 873638.

Mid Calder services 10.30 every Sunday in the Kirk of Calder, Main St, Mid Calder. Sunday School and crĂ¨che 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. Polbeth Harwood Church Service 11:15 am every Sunday West Kirk of Calder Service 9:45 am every Sunday. Interim moderator : Rev Dr AJ Groenewald 8 Manse Court, East Calder, EH53 0HF. Tel 01506 884585

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