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USC IN THE USA
Ultimate Storm Cheer (USC) from Penicuik have recently returned from Orlando, Florida after having competed at the prestigious US Finals competition. The team won a bid to compete in Florida at the Allstar Cheer and Dance Nationals in Glasgow back in June 201 1 . The team of 9 dancers aged 1 4-1 5 from Penicuik and Beeslack High School came second to an experienced New York Dance school. If you would like any further information on classes and how you can get involved please contact louise@ultimatestormcheer.com
CONGRATULATIONS TO PENICUIKS' NEW HUNTER & LASS
James MacDonald and Lynsey Price are our Penicuik Hunter & Lass . With a jam packed events calendar commencing 21 st of May with the Rideout and Festival day on Saturday 26th May. Well done and all the very best from The Monthly Edit Team.
The winner of last months SCUBA Competition is Lorna Wilkie with her answer of SCUBA stands for Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. There will be follow up of how Lorna enjoyed her prize next month. This month we dont have a competition but instead a giveaway as we have had a donation of PC's from a local company, who would like to see them benifit thier new owners whom may not be able to afford a PC or are studying and need access to a PC. The PC will come preloaded with Ubuntu Linux the same great operating system that TME is created on. Call our office to enquire...
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PENTLANDS SWRI
At our April meeting we welcomed Lesley Kerr, who led us in jewellery making. We enjoyed creating gorgeous necklaces and bracelets with bar and toggle clasps, tigertail beading wire and vast an array of colours and styles of beads. We also took the opportunity to thank all the members who took part in our Alice In Wonderland themed entry at the recent Penicuik Horticultural Show. We were thrilled to win The WRI Award, and also the J Lambie Plaque for Gillian Walker's cake which won Best Exhibit in the Baking and WRI sections! Brooch: 1 st Jane Millar, 2nd Hazel Murray, 3rd Irene Main Flower Of The Month Competition: Hazel Murray Our next meeting will take place on 2nd May 201 2, when we look forward to welcoming guests from neighbouring SWRIs for a coffee evening with entertainment, raffle, plants and gift stall and of course delicious home baking! This is a members and invitation only evening.
RAINBOWS, BROWNIES, GUIDES.- GIRLGUIDING PENICUIK
years and sometimes wonder what I will do with all my free time. However it is time to retire as I am in my 65th year and I want to spend time with my husband ,family and friends.
This year 201 2 will see 1 2 SNP candidates standing in 6 wards across Midlothian. To go into administration in the council we need to have 1 0 successful candidates. I hope all 1 2 make it and change things in Midlothian council for the better. I have been in opposition for the last 5 years and it SO hard to change things when you are the opposition councillors. Change is good, it brings new and fresh people to work on your behalf. Labour have been in charge in Midlothian for as long as I can remember, let us have a new regime at the helm of local politics.
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Girlguiding is the largest voluntary organisation for girls and young women in the UK. Girlguiding Penicuik offers all kinds of opportunities for girls of all age groups, including Rainbows (aged 5 – 7), Brownies (aged 7 – 1 0) and Guides (aged 1 0 – 1 4). Units meet throughout Penicuik and on most evenings during the week. A number of units have recently moved locations and we can now offer places at both Strathesk and Cuiken Primary schools. If you would like your daughter to share in the experiences that Guiding has to offer then call us. For Rainbows, call Carol Mann : 6731 93. For Brownies, ca ll Je nn if er M ar ti n: 67401 3. For Guides, call Linda McDonald ; 674897
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COUNCILLOR REPORT - MARGARET WILSON
This is my last report as a councillor for ward 1 . Penicuik. This ward stretches from Howgate,Leadburn, Silverburn , Ninemileburn, Loanstone to Mauricewood in Penicuik. A very big area to be representing,but it has been a real privilage to work for you all. I cannot tell you how much I have enjoyed the experience ,learning more every day about the area and the people ,I For the full editorial go online to: themonthlyedit.co.uk Remember to quote The Monthly Edit when contacting our advertisers.
I worked hard for All of you whilst I was the councillor and felt when ever I resolved a problem you brought to my surgery ,it was the most satisfying feeling to be able to help someone,no matter how small or how big the problem. Please give 2 votes this time to the SNP ,two people working in tandem for you will bring benefits for the area. I have know Joe Wallace and Derek Rosie for a long time and recommend them both to you as 2 pairs of steady hands to take over from me ,please give them a chance on May 3rd.Let them shine , Labour is dull with no new ideas and no new councillors coming through,we have the talent and the drive !!!
be wine and nibbles afterwards so come along and here about Penicuik’s beautiful Twin Town. If you wish to know more about the Twinning Association please contact Sheila on 677306 or Derek on 679367.
PENICUIK AND DISTRICT SNP
Speaking to Branch members who attended a meet the candidates meeting in the Navaar House Hotel Candidate and Branch Converer Joe Wallace explained to those present that it is important that voters are aware that they can vote for both the SNP candidates in the forthcoming Council election. If a voter is voting SNP in Penicuik Ward 1 at Strathesk Primary School, Cuiken Primary School and yours most sincerely YMCA/YWCA Queensway it is Joe Wallace 1 Derek cllr. Margaret Wilson. Rosie 2 and if voter is voting at the North Kirk and Cornbank it is Derek Rosie 1 Joe Wallace 2. SIT DOWN STAND UP COMEDY CLUB In Midlothian West Ward 4 at Mauricewood Primary The next comedy event is to be held at the and Glencorse Primary it is Andrew Coventry 1 Owen Craigiebield House Hotel onthe 1 2th of May with headliner Viv Gee. Viv is originally from Penicuik and Thompson 2 attended Peni High. At present the rest of the line up It will be SNP 1 and 2 you can vote for both candidates. is to be decided. Any queries contact Davy 07896628288. Joe went on to assure members that Derek and he would carry on the tremendous work of Councillor PENICUIK/L’ISLE SUR LA SORGUE TWINNING Margaret Wilson in working hard for Penicuik. He ASSOCIATION added that not only the Branch but the people of The Twinning Association’s latest fundraiser was a Beetle Drive in Penicuik Town Hall on 30th March. It Penicuik owe a deep sense of gratitude to Margaret. She has taken up problems on behalf of many was an entertaining evening and raised £1 87 for residents and through determination, tenacity and funds. Thanks go to Jane and Roger Kelly who not taking no for an answer got things done. cooked a tasty supper of stovies which included a vegetarian option. Champion “Beetler was Linda Mac Derek Rosie echoed Joe’s sentiments and said it was good that Margaret has told them both that she will Donald who won the first prize of a meal for two at the Navaar House Hotel, runner up winning a prize of be there to give Andrew, Joe and him help and a bottle of wine was Ulla Hipkin and the booby prize advice. of an easter egg went to Derek Rosie. We would like to invite all members and anyone interested in Twinning to our AGM which will be held The Branch have issued a survey throughout Penicuik on Monday 21 st May in Penicuik Town Hall. There will and District and the returns exceed the figures we have received in previous surveys by a substantial
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ages to move forward with their aspirations which in a time of rapidly changing technology which is changing daily the way people live and work we have to ensure that the people of Penicuik have access to excellent educational opportunities.
amount. As we expected the main issues of concern are the future of our High Schools and the Town Centre. The majority of people who responded stated that they would like more consultation before a decision is made and would prefer that the two schools remain. Andrew Coventry said I realise how important excellent educational opportunities are in enabling individuals to fulfil their potential in life. I work in education helping young people and people of all
Derek Rosie is a member of the Business Improvement District Committee, this is a way in which local businesses can help improve their own trading environments. The aim is to get business owners locally to form a steering group that helps identify projects and services. What is clear that if BIDS is to succeed then it requires significant support from the local council. Councillor Margaret Wilson who also attends BIDS meetings has been attempting to get the Council to allow the site of Jackson Street School to be used as a car park, hopefully with a change in administration at Midlothian Council there will be a more sympathetic ear. Car Parking in the centre of Penicuik is a barrier to improving the footfall, shoppers require more than 90 minutes, especially if visiting the Health Centre, Dentist or a hairdresser then want to meet friends
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Convenor Joe Wallace spoke of the Labour administrations use of the disastrous PFI (Private Finance Initiative) for new builds throughout Midlothian then boast that “they” have provided you with modern facilities. They never tell you the true costs of these contracts, for example Strathesk Primary School cost 6.7 million to build but over the life of the contract it will cost £25 million. By the end of the contract the building will not be fit for purpose and by committing you to debts now they are restricting growth in the future. Children that are the late Margaret Rintoul. presently attending these schools will still be paying We very much appreciate your generosity. for them when their children go to school, that is if they are still fit for purpose. HOWGATE VILLAGE HALL (HOWGATE CONNECT) Support, share, grow our village. Joe concluded by thanking all those members who Email: Howgatevillagewebsite@yahoo.com or call have helped in the campaign so far and those who 01 968 672277. have committed to help in the coming weeks. Howgate May Day Market – Special attractions are: Music from the shows, come and pet our lovely lambs, have a great experience with the ponies. Howgate May Day Market Saturday 5th May 201 2. Time: 9.30 – 1 .00 pm. We are aiming to keep the spring celebrations going for May with indoor and outdoor attractions at our May Day Market! Come and see our wonderful range of stalls, including fresh vegetables, arts and crafts, plants and tasty homebaking. Adults listen to the music from the For further information on the Branch or the SNP shows; Kids can take a gentle walk on the ponies and please contact Andrew on 664904 pet the lambs! To book a stall or for further details contact 07976549387.
BROOMHILL DAY CENTRE
Please note that the day centre will close on Monday 7th May, Monday 4th June and Tuesday 5th June. We are looking for entertainers to join our pool! If you have something to offer then please contact Liz Chisholm at the day centre on 01 968 6781 09 for more information. Because of rising fuel costs, we are able to pay for any reasonable expenses
Art Exhibition Howgate Village Hall Friday 1 1 th May 4.00 – 8.00 pm and Saturday 1 2th May from 1 0.30 – 4.00 pm. Come and see the work of our Art Group on display and for sale. Join us for a glass of wine on the Friday evening to launch the event. On Saturday the opportunity to have tea, coffee and some home baking whilst
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speaker and the class is informal and fun. Class costs £5 per week. For more info or if you would like to come along ring 01 968 67921 4
looking around the amazing work on show. This is your chance to own an original piece of work.
Babies and Beyond The babies and beyond meet on a Friday morning in the Howgate Village Hall from 1 0.30 – 1 2 noon. Lots of toys, a chance to meet and make new friends. A fun time for ALL. Cost £1 .50 per family which includes children’s snacks and a cup of tea or coffee
for the parents. Please call Karen on 01 968 679346 for details.
French Evening – Please note the change of date Howgate Village Hall, Friday 3rd August, 7.30 pm. A night of fine cuisine and top notch wine. Put it in your diary now! Further details to follow soon. Howgate Community Council Howgate Community Council next meeting is Thursday 1 7th May. Come along or contact Karen at kohanlon70@hotmail.co.uk Howgate Kirk The Howgate Kirk service starts is held every Sunday and starts at 9.30 am, Sunday club for children up to 1 6 years is held in the hall during the service. Tea & coffee served in the hall after the service. Ample parking available. Please call Irene Hobbs., Session Clerk for details on 01 721 724330. Teddy’s Den Childminding – Wellington Cottages, Peebles Road, has vacancies from £2.80 per hour. Tel. 01 968 67921 4
Youth of Howgate The children of Howgate held a stall at the last Bridge Club country market to raise funds for their new youth Bridge Club meet on a Monday evening from 7.00 – Would you be interested in helping to set a 9.00 pm and Wednesday mornings from 1 0.00 – 1 2.00 group. new youth group up? Why not contact Maureen noon. Opportunity to experience a more competitive Howgatevillagewebsite@yahoo.com to find out form of bridge in a relaxed environment. If you are more. not a complete beginner, just turn up (with or without a partner) and we guarantee you a game! Howgate Readers Group Please call 01 968 67031 9 for more information. Howgate Readers group meet on the last Monday of the month. Please contact Penicuik Library on 01 968 Conversational French Group 664060 or Pat on 01 968 677509. We are a group of 5 (beginners to intermediates) who meet on Monday evenings round my kitchen Lunches tables to learn French. We currently have room for 2 Leisurely Leisurely lunches meet on the 1 st Wednesday of the more. We are a friendly bunch led by a native French month. The next planned lunch is Wednesday 2nd
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Art Group The Howgate Art group meet every Wednesday. Currently the afternoon class is fully booked but there are a few spaces in the evening from 7.00 – 9.00 pm. Please call Maureen on 01 506 639770. Maureen will take names for the waiting list.
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May then the 6th June at 1 2.30 pm. Homemade food, a chance to catch up with friends, a treat for all. Time: 1 2.30 pm. Call 01 968 674229/01 968 672277 for more details. Scottish Women’s Rural Institute Howgate – Always pleased to welcome friends and visitors – both women and men – if a topic appeals to you. April 1 0thJoin us with Doreen Marsh to learn about spinning wool. Competitions: - handmade article in felt, 2 homemade marzipan sweets, Flowers of the month. Please contact Shona for details for further details on 01 31 448 0774. FACILITY FOR HIRE Workshops, Meetings, Parties!!!! Hall, kitchen and smaller hall for hire. Do you have a birthday party coming up soon and would like to celebrate but don’t want to have it in the house? Why not call for further information, come along & view our facility. Do you require a somewhere for training opportunities or to hold a meeting? Competitive rates. Call 01 968 672277 for more details.
PENICUIK AND LOANHEAD LABOUR PARTY
At the last Meeting of Penicuik and Loanhead Labour
Party Councillor Adam Montgomery advised Comrades that floodlighting for Penicuik Athletic F.C. AND Penicuik Rugby Club were now in hand with costs being met from finance available to local councillors. The cost of £50.000 for both sets of lights will be financed by £40,000 from Councillor Montgomery and £1 0,000 from Councillor Brown. Councillor Montgomery stated I have been working on this proposal for a good while now and I am delighted Councillor Brown has agreed to make up the shortfall. This shall be a tremendous facility for both clubs and is another major improvement to sports facilities in the public park. Adam also reported he was getting excellent feedback on his campaign for a rail link from Penicuik to Edinburgh. Penicuik is the biggest town in Scotland without a rail link and the elections give people in our community an opportunity to have their say. I have costings already prepared and this link to Penicuik is easily delivered so support the rail link campaign and get the train out to Penicuik. If you wish to join the Scottish Labour Party please contact Ian Miller (secretary) 30. Loanburn Ave. Penicuik tel. 01 968 677807.
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PENICUIK COMMUNITY EDUCATION ASSOCATION Indoor Bowls, held in the Town Hall 1 0.00-1 2 noon &
www.penicuikcommunityeducationassociation.net
Mondays Breakfast Club at Carnethy Community Centre 7am9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. Breakfast Club at Strathesk PS 7am-9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6.
2pm-4pm Contact: Carol at Penicuik High School, CLD Dept, on 01 968 6641 1 4. After School Club at Strathesk PS, 2pm-6pm, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. After School Club, 2pm-6pm, at Carnethy Community Centre, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675or 07921 61 521 6.
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Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6.
Childminding group Carnethy Community Centre1 2 noon-2.30pm Contact: After School Club at Strathesk PS, 2pm-6pm, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. After School Club, 2.30pm-6pm, at Carnethy Community Centre, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675or 07921 61 521 6. After School Club at Strathesk PS, 2pm-6pm, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. Thursdays Breakfast Club at Carnethy Community Centre 7am-
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Tuesdays Breakfast Club at Carnethy Community Centre 7am9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. Breakfast Club at Strathesk PS 7am-9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. Parent & Toddler, Carnethy Community Centre, 9am1 2 noon Contact: Anne-O7752984464 After School Club at Strathesk PS, 2pm-6pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. After School Club, at Carnethy Community Centre, 2pm-6pm, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. Family History Group, Penicuik High School, CLD dept, 6.30pm-9pm, Contact Carol on 01 968 6641 1 4. Yoga at Penicuik High School 7pm-8.1 5pm, contact Wendy on 0771 4 988 403. Wednesdays Breakfast Club at Carnethy Community Centre 7am9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. Breakfast Club at Strathesk PS 7am-9pm Contact
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07872996675/07921 61 521 6. Yoga, at Strathesk PS community wing 9.45-1 1 .00 am Contact: Julie on 01 968 661 204. After School Club at Strathesk PS, 1 2noon-6pm, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. After School Club, at Carnethy Community Centre, 1 2noon-6pm, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6.
Yoga, at Penicuik High School 7pm Contact: Wendy on 0771 4988403. After School Club at Strathesk PS, 2pm-6pm, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. After School Club, 2pm-6pm, at Carnethy Community Centre, Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675or 07921 61 521 6.
Penicuik High School, CLD Dept, Contact: Carol Davidson 01 968 6641 1 4 & Strathesk Primary School, Community Dept, Contact Barbara Wilson on 01 968 678606.
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9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. Breakfast Club at Strathesk PS 7am-9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675 or 07921 61 521 6. Yoga, at Strathesk PS community wing 9.45-1 1 .1 5am Contact: Wendy on 0771 4988403. Family History Group, Penicuik High School, CLD dept, 1 0am-1 2 noon, Contact Carol on 01 968 6641 1 4.
Fridays a) Breakfast Club at Carnethy Community Centre 7am-9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on 07872996675/07921 61 521 6. b) Breakfast Club at Strathesk PS 7am-9pm Contact Simon or David at Ickle World on
“Working in partnership with Midlothian Council to provide and improve social education and learning opportunities for all members of the community� Penicuik Community Education Association is a Company Limited by Guarantee, Registered in Scotland, number 21 471 9. Recognised by the Inland Revenue as a Scottish Charity, Number SC030904
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SACRED HEART PRIMARY NURSERY CLASS
Thursday 1 0th May – 28th June, 1 pm – 2.30pm Strathesk Primary CLD Facilities Join us on Thursday afternoons for a coffee and a chat (1 – 1 .45pm) and Family Fun Time (2 – 2.30pm)
We are a small, friendly, non-denominational nursery class offering high-quality pre-school education for children aged 3-5 years. Our class is staffed by a Primary/Nursery Teacher Mrs. Sue Stephen and Child Care Development Workers, Ms. Fiona Dougall and Mrs. Tammy Anderson. There are twenty morning and twenty afternoon places. To visit our class or to request an application form for a place, please phone 01 31 -271 -4665. Parents/ Carers can add their child's name to our waiting list from the age of two. Nursery places are offered in the term after a child's third birthday, depending on availability.
PENICUIK COMMUNITY LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
Free Classes, May – June in Penicuik LEADING A GROUP Tuesday 1 st May – 5th June, 9.45am – 1 1 .45am Strathesk Primary CLD Facilities An introduction to leading a group; how groups work; presentations, and knowing you’ve been effective. COFFEE & CHILL TIME
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR PC Tuesdays 1 st May – 5th June , 1 2.45pm – 2.1 5pm Penicuik High School CLD Facilities Tips on what you can do with computer applications – eg, creating labels, small spreadsheets, keeping an address book etc.
Crèche places are available for all sessions, but must be booked in advance.
These are free sessions, so if you think you would like to join any of the 3, then why not give us a call to reserve your place. Contact Carol or Isabel on 01 968 6641 1 4 to book your place.
BEESLACK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL COMMUNITY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT NEW from APRIL………
Booking essential.
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Book your space for FUN! FUN! FUN on Sunday 3rd June, come along and try our new fantastic classes. We will be offering the opportunity to take part in the unique programme of FUN fitness activities for 3 years + up to 1 02. Cost £3.75 per session. A discount will be given if you book into a weekly class. See below for the activities on offer:
Thursday evenings from 6.30 – 8.30 pm. Due to popular demand basic healthy cooking meals for one ie cooking mince portioning into different types of meals. This class will start on Thursday 1 7 May until Thursday 21 June. Cost for 6 weeks is £34.50.
INFLATABLE FITNESS 1 0.00 – 1 0.45 am with large bouncy castles, inflatable sports areas, a slide, penalty shootout, and bungee run, there are no excuses for not breaking a sweat whilst having lots of FUN. SCOOTER FITNESS 1 1 .00 – 1 1 .45 am this experience combines friendly competitive games with racing around on scooters. Fantastic for fitness, balance and co-ordination GLEE CLUB 1 2.00 – 1 2.45 pm Singing and dancing is not only great fun but good for the body as well and now it doesn’t just have to be watched on TV!
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MICRO FITNESS, MOBILE GYM EXPERIENCE 1 .00 – 1 .45 pm this unique class allows children and teenagers to discover a wide range of cardio equipment with maximum FUN. Out gym includes treadmills, bikes, rowing machines, air walkers, steppers and much, much more. We will also utilise the Wii technology with the Wii Fit to allow the development of balance and co-ordination. We have a strong emphasis that fitness should be FUN.
(Ingredients will be extra) Interested then please give us a call. SUMMER ACTIVITIES – Our summer Buzz Club programme is now available. If you are interested in any of the activities please give us a call. Breakfast Club, Buzz Club, and Lunch Club Mix and match our activities Buzz Club in the morning and select an activity for the afternoon. SCHOOL OPENING TIMES - As a community school our Community Education Programme is on offer throughout the calendar year. Please note we DO NOT close during school holiday periods although opening hours may be altered. We do however close on PUBLIC HOLIDAYS and access may be limited or restricted during exam times. This will however be kept to a minimum. We do close Friday – Monday inclusive during both the Easter and September Weekend. Please note that all classes, groups and lets MUST be clear of the building by 9.55 pm at the very latest.
PARENT & CHILD SWIMMING OPPORTUNITY –This will is held on Tuesday evenings from 6.00 – 6.45 pm. Classes are paid in advance. Come along and enjoy some fun time with your children. Please contact the Community Education Office for more information. For further information with regard to all aspects of Spaces are limited. Beeslack Community High School, Community Education Programme please contact… on 01 968 COOKING ON A BUDGET/COOKING FOR ONE – 673893 or Fax 01 968 678659.
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Angel Card of the Month ~ Archangel Chamuel Chamuel comes forth this month to help you find love in your life. This love may be of an external source, such as a love for a job, relationship or place, but more than likely this will be to find a love of yourself. So many of us look outwards to find happiness, to find love, when what we really need is to find love for ourselves. If you asked yourself how much you loved you, what would be the answer? Many of us forget to find that inner love for who we are, we believe that the answers will be found in the things around us, when really the love that we yearn for, is the love within ourselves. Chamuel will help us this month to find that love, to help us begin to love the person that we are, the body that we are in, to love the life that we lead. Open your heart to Chamuel and he will lead you inside of your heart, to connect with this love that we all have, within our own self. If you would like a full personal Reading please contact Nikki www.starlightscotland.com or on: 07969 848 810
facing from child birth, relationships, family, sex, work and money. This play examines social circumstance at the time of the rise of Thatcher. Britain had high unemployment, strikes, enforced poverty, issues in Europe, PUNK, fuel costs and national security worries in the middle east. Ring any bells? As an active theatre company we are seeking to extend our following and appeal by producing plays, shows and musical productions to suit audiences and participants expectations alike. We welcome all members of the community to come and participate or support the shows as the audience. From Pantomime every December to One, Two and Three act Plays and Musicals there will always be an opportunity for you to be involved. We appreciate that not everyone can do everything or wants to be involved with everything we produce so there is no all year commitment required, unless you want to of course. And our productions always need a crew backstage, costumes, props, scenery lighting and sound.
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WOMBERANG By Sue Townsend Thursday 3rd May - Saturday 5th May Tickets available now by e mail or from Best Seller Penicuik. All seats ÂŁ5 This is a one act play lasting approximately 1 hour 1 5 minutes. Have you ever been sitting in a waiting room and longed to say to the person next to you that they smell or they have bad teeth? Well this may be the play for you! A black comedy set in 1 979 we see into the lives of several women at a gynaecological clinic openly discussing the problems they have faced and are
We have great knowledge and are enthusiastic in keeping live theatre in Penicuik and reach a wide audience throughout the year. As a consequence we are able to offer some competitive advertising and sponsorship opportunities to the local community businesses which help keep us running through out the year. We appreciate the support we have received from the local businesses this year. Next Year sees the rebirth of the Musical (in August 201 3 )for which we will require a vocal chorus and lead singers. Meetings for organising this will take place in late April and early May after the current production is well under way in its rehearsal. If you would like to be involved in this production e-mail us on our marketing e-mail address to be kept informed of developments with this production.
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Arts & Culture Hello, my name is Christopher Diaz. I run my own Breakdance school called ‘Steps of Style’ in Penicuik. I started the business in Edinburgh 3 years ago in late 2009, with support and funding from the Princes Scottish Youth Business Trust (PSYBT). I’ve been breakdancing for over 9 years now and have been teaching for 5 of those years. I have delivered breakdance taster sessions to a vast amount of high schools and primary schools throughout Edinburgh.
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As well as this I have been a breakdance teacher for a numerous amount of dance companies/schools. Currently at this moment in time, I am still a dance teacher for a dance company called KIC Dance, which is situated in Bonnyrigg. I’ve worked there for nearly 3 years. I also run dance workshops for Merchiston Castle School throughout the summer and Easter holidays. Last year I entered Sacred Heart, Cornbank, Maurice wood, Beeslack & Penicuik High schools and ran some taster sessions as part of the schools health and fitness week, which was a big success. For more info & class times contact me on:
Steps of Style - Breakdance School 07870973089 - stepsofstyle@hotmail.co.uk www.stepsofstyle.co.uk Photography by The Studio Penicuik
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If you wish to speak with someone regarding the activities of the group please visit in person in the first instance if possible on our meeting night. Check out and keep up with the clubs timetable. www.penicuikcommunity. com 1 2TH LOANHEAD MUSIC FESTIVAL 8TH – 1 0TH JUNE 201 2 The 1 2th Loanhead Music Festival is a weekend of music and fun in the heart of Midlothian. The Festival kicks off on Friday Evening, 8th June at 7.30p.m. with a concert at Loanhead ExServicemen's Club starring local band ‘Gallus Crows’; Ethan Thomas, a young, incredibly talented musician from Cumbria; ‘Scatterbrain’ an exciting blues band from the deep south (of Scotland) and ‘The Fyrd’ a popular Edinburgh duo. At Loanhead Miners' Club a full Saturday programme is planned and includes an open mic. event, a song-writing
competition, a recycled instrument competition, as well as workshops in a variety of musical disciplines. There is also a very popular and well attended Craft Fair with stalls from local artists. Throughout the days and evenings there are music sessions in a variety of venues in Loanhead. ‘The Masons Arms’, ‘The Forresters Arms’, ‘The Mayflower’ and ‘The Roadhouse’ are all ready and waiting for you to strut your stuff.
PENICUIK CINEMA We continue to open our doors every Sunday evening in the Town Hall at 7pm with homebaking & refreshments available. Tickets are £4 and films start at 7.30pm. Our next films are listed below:
For those not wanting to miss anything there is a Festival campsite provided by Midlothian Council. For further information and entry forms please find us on:
6 May: 'TT: Closer to the Edge' (in Blu-ray): Get
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1 3 May: 'Gandhi' (in Blu-ray): Director Richard
NEWS FROM WEST STREET ART CENTRE We have fixed the data for our AGM for Wednesday July 4th; 7:00 for 7:30 at West Street Art Centre. As in the last couple of years, we’re hoping to provide some entertainment, as well as a range of refreshments. Everyone is invited to come along – whatever your taste or ability might be in art, music, craft, photography. Come and
in the mood for TT 201 2! This feature documentary will discover why modern TT riders still risk their lives to win the world's most dangerous race. (201 1 , Rated 1 5, 1 04min) Attenborough is typically sympathetic and surehanded, but it's Ben Kingsley's magnetic performance that acts as the linchpin for this sprawling, lengthy biopic. (1 982, Rated PG, 1 91 min) 20 May: 'My Neighbour Totoro' Another beautiful animation from Hayao Miyazaki. When two girls move to the country they have adventures with the wonderous forest spirits who live nearby. (1 988, Rated U, 86min)
27 May: 'The Inaccessible Pinnacle' (Seachd)
"Admirable intentions and deep pride in Skye's culture of storytelling are at the heart of this wellrounded debut, the first contemporary film in Scots Gaelic." (The Guardian) (2007, 1 00min) Fo r m o re i n fo p l e a s e vi s i t o u r Fa ce b o o k p a ge ' P e n i c u i k C i n e m a ' , go o gl e u s o r e m a i l c h a n t a l c h a n c h a n @ ya h o o . c o . u k
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However if you want to get involved with the Theatre Group we will strive to accommodate you so me along on to our regular rehearsal and meeting place of the Town Hall on a Thursday at 7.30 pm or get in touch via e-mail. marketing@penicuikcommunity.com.
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Page 20 suggest events and activities for the coming year that YOU would like to see happening. Making Space Penicuik (MSP) is still going strong: Jenni and Ania now meet for crafting sessions in room 2 at West Street Art Centre on Fridays afternoons ~1 2:30 – 3:00 pm. Other folks of all ages are welcome. They ask you to check on the MSP Community page to confirm that it’s going ahead that particular week, as occasionally they can’t make it (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Making-SpacePenicuik/1 828371 71 730809). Otherwise, you are welcome to join MSP’s drop in 'crafting in the community' sessions at 1 2:00 noon on Saturdays at the PCDT coffee morning in the Town Hall. The Committee have started to plan this year’s Penicuik and District Arts Festival, and before long we’ll be posting details of the annual Art Exhibition and Turner Prize competition. Because we seem to have so many gifted photographers in Penicuik, this year we will also run a separate Photography Exhibition, with a new “Christie Prize” for the best
entry. Watch this space for more details! It’ll also be worth looking out for details of our annual mid-summer party. This will be a good excuse to come and blether with old and new friends, eat and drink, entertain or be entertained, and of course, enjoy the glorious summer! The committee are also busy applying for grants to make some further improvements to our premises at West Street. A project close to our hearts is to provide a stair lift. It’s very hard to get funds for anything these days, but we’re doing our best, and we’re very glad to have Jo Buckley on our committee, who is experienced and pro-active with grant applications. Other grant applications are being made to refurbish the back windows, to make repairs to guttering, to replace the chairs for events, and to replace the stair carpets. Let’s hope that at least some of these dreams are realised! The work we have already achieved over the last few years has greatly improved our events venue. As I write (April), Tony McKale’s Community Education class are exhibiting their work in the café gallery. It’s a really good show, so I hope you
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PENICUIK CRICKET CLUB
Winter preparations are over with the new season opening on Saturday 21 st April with a Scottish Cup home game against Watsonians. The next two weeks we play host to Weirs and Dumfries all at Kirkhill. As the only cricket club in Midlothian we are actively looking for local players who may play in Edinburgh or elsewhere to consider a move nearer to home. A warm welcome is extended to potential players of all levels. This coming season we will field two Saturday teams and a development team (social) on a Sunday. In addition we have youth teams who compete regularly at U1 1 , U1 3 and U1 5 with games midweek PENICUIK TENNIS CLUB and a coaching evening on Fridays during the season, Want to play tennis locally? Would you like to take up starting at 6 30. Again we are keen to recruit anyone tennis, meet new people or improve your current interested in giving cricket a try at any age. Adult game? Come and join us. training is held on Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6 30pm. We are a brand new club, annual membership is £1 5 On Easter Sunday we held our annual 1 0K Charity and annual family membership is £30. We are running Run, this year it was in aid of CHAS. 40 runners of adult and junior beginner and improver lessons and various abilities took part with an additional 1 0 an adult social session on Sundays 1 5.00-1 6.30. taking part in our alternative walk. £600 was raised For info contact: Caroline on 07949 0941 64 or and thanks must go to C and FW Services Ltd for carolinewylie@hotmail.com their sponsorship and to all the marshals and ladies who provide the post run food and made the day an
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ESKMILL FOOTBALL CLUB
Eskmill Football Club Under 1 2's - Eskmill Football club have been serving Penicuik for over 50 years. We are currently looking for players to add to our current squad for the current season, next season and beyond. If you were born in 2000, and enjoy football why not give it try? We pride ourselves in giving all our players an equal opportunity . We currently train at Beeslack Community High School on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 and our games are on a Sunday morning. If you are interested in joining us or need further information please contact James Robertson on 07588 238 833.
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Sportsman’s Dinner The Club’s annual Sportsman’s Dinner will be held on 9th June – full details re the venue, speakers etc will PENICUIK ATHELETIC FC posted on the Club website. Since our last article, we have played a further three Detailed information, news updates, fixtures, match games in the League, on Saturday 31 .3.1 2 at home to reports and photographs can be found on our Club Newtongrange Star where we won the local derby 1 - website at www.penicuikathletic.com 0, but on Saturday 7.4.1 2, despite creating enough chances to win two games, we lost 1 -0 away to Armadale Thistle. However we got back on winning ways the following Saturday, defeating Arniston Rangers 2-1 at Penicuik Park keeping our promotion aspirations alive. We now have only three games left, Saturday 21 .4.1 2 at home against Glenrothes and two away games against Broughty Athletic and Broxburn Juniors. With the top five teams in the promotion race separated by only five points, it is quite possible that the final outcome could well be decided on the last game of the season. Forthcoming events Penicuik Athletic Grand National Sweepstake The winning ticket holders for the Grand National Draw are: 1 st £1 00, Conor Thomson, 2nd £75, Jimmy Taylor,
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