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I overheard a conversation recently about the origins of Easter and it seems that there are as many theories for this as there are spring flowers in the parks. All I know is that it presents the best excuse yet for over-indulging in the consumption of chocolate at all times of the day.

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PASTORAL LETTER & CHURCH MEETINGS The story is told of an American college president. He lived a few miles from his office at a place called Rocky Hill and drove his horse and buggy in every morning to work. This day a colleague and neighbour burst in and said – John you must join me in thanking God; this morning as I was driving from Rocky Hill my horse bolted, my buggy was smashed on the rocks…but here I am completely unhurt. It’s absolutely amazing.

I’ll tell you something even more amazing – was the reply. I have driven in from Rocky Hill hundreds of times; my horse has never bolted, my buggy has never been smashed and here am I – completely unharmed.

Of course the first man’s escape was amazing and he was right to give consideration to thanking God for his remarkable protection. In that situation many of us might ‘thank our lucky stars’ or think that ‘the gods were smiling on us’. When disaster looms we may pray for help; when disaster is averted are we as quick to offer our thanks?

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Caroline Street Gospel Hall Sundays 6.30pm: gospel meetings.

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Contact Mrs Jane Foster on 01309 641257 (Session Clerk) or email jwaf2212@hotmail.co.uk Edinkillie Parish - Church of Scotland Sunday worship 11.30am.

Contact Mr Campbell Falconer (session clerk): 01309 674249.

Kinloss, Findhorn & Alves Church of Scotland Alternating weekly. Kinloss and Findhorn 10am. Alves first Sunday of each month at 11.30am. Tel: 01309 690931 or 01309 690349.

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contentment and blessing, to ourselves and to others. And often with barely a backward glance we go on to the next instalment of our lives, the next scene in the play.

How essential then to be reminded of the perspective given by the college president – that God is in every moment – and so to depend on him and thank him always.

One of the New Testament writers, James, a brother of Jesus said this – “Now listen you who say ‘Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.’ Why you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. Instead you ought to say, ‘If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.’”

Rev Colin Morison Forres & Elgin Free Church

invited to join us at 4.30pm on the third Sunday of each month for a contemporary style act of worship. Contact Anne Garrow (session clerk): 01309 672930.

St John the Evangelist Scottish Episcopal Church Sundays 8am: communion. 10am: family communion. Tel: 01309 672856.

Email: stjohnsforres@btinternet.com.

Website: www.stjohnsforres.wordpress.com St Laurence Church Sundays 10am: family service. Tel: 01309 672260. Email: barryj.boydstlaurence@btinternet.com St Leonards Church Sundays 10.30am: family service. Tea and coffee served afterwards. Tel: 01309 672380.

Email: donald.prentice@tesco.net.

Website: www.stleonardschurchforres.com St Margaret’s Catholic Church Mass on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday 10am. Contact Father Barnett: 01667 453323.

If you are a member of a church not listed here and would like to be considered for inclusion or if there are any amendments to be made to existing details, please email tamsyn@spotlighton.co.uk

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It is vital that the world uses the lessons of horrific events like the Srebenica massacre and it is a humbling experience to see how the community there has worked to rebuild relationships and look to the future. We should all take those lessons and work towards a more peaceful, understanding world.

Broadband is an issue that continues to be raised regularly by constituents, which is clear from the fact that over 100 people came along to a meeting I organised in Inchberry Hall with representatives there from BT, HIE and Community Broadband Scotland.

I felt the meeting was very positive, setting out the major work going on to bring Superfast Broadband to many of Moray's communities. While there will still be harder to reach areas the work that Community Broadband Scotland is doing is also very innovative and some useful 'connections' were made at the meeting. I hope that this has been a useful event and I will continue to support communities across Moray to improve their internet accessibility.

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Visit the coastal woods along the Moray Firth, the wonderful and majestic mountain of Bennachie with its surrounding forest, the peaceful pinewoods of Upper Deeside or the busy city woods round Aberdeen. Where else in the country can you get such variety! Whether you are a walker, mountain biker or horse rider, we have trails for you Roseisle is a beautiful coastal pinewood lining Burghead Bay and offering the perfect place for a family outing. Why not make a day of it, have a picnic or use one of our fixed barbecue sites while the children have fun in the play area. Relax on the sandy beach or have an energetic walk or cycle ride. As well as shorter circular routes, you can explore all the way to Burghead or College of Roseisle.

The annual Easter Eggstravaganza is back in 2014 and Forestry Commission Scotland has lined up a packed programme.

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Alexander Grant (1864 – £ ÎÇ®]ÊÌ iÊÃ Ê vÊ>Ê}Õ>À`Ê Ê the Highland Railway, was born, and educated in Forres. Apprenticed to a Forres baker he progressed to Edinburgh where he worked for Robert McVitie eventually becoming Chairman of the biscuit business. He developed the Digestive Biscuit and opened factories in Edinburgh, London and Manchester. Becoming a wealthy man and a generous benefactor, he bought Forres House and }À Õ `ÃÊ­ ÜÊ À> ÌÊ*>À ®Êv ÀÊ ÀÀiÃ]Ê> `Ê«> `Êv ÀÊ improvements to Nairn Harbour. Further afield he gave £200,000 to create the National Library of Scotland, and £50,000 to the University of Edinburgh to support the new science campus at King’s Buildings.

Sir Alexander Grant bought Logie estate in 1924 – in the same year that he was created a Baronet. He renovated Logie House and built the sandstone farm buildings. After his death, Sir Robert, his son, started work on the adjacent garage and chauffeur’s >VV `>Ì Ê­> >Ê/ iÊ }Ê >À>}i®ÆÊÌ ÃÊÜ>ÃÊ iÛiÀÊ completed due to the outbreak of WWII. Sir Robert’s i« iÜ]Ê-> `ÞÊ > }]Ê iÀ Ìi`ÊÌ iÊiÃÌ>ÌiÊ Ê£ {Ç°ÊÊ During his tenure a herd of 100 Ayrshire cows were milked in the farm buildings. The milking parlour was where the Heritage Centre is now; the bull pens were where Cloudhowe is, and the cows wintered where the café is. Quite a change!

In 1983 the decision was made to sell the dairy herd, and the buildings became redundant. Alasdair Laing inherited from his father, Sandy, in 1988. In 1991, with financial assistance from HIDB, the Steading was developed into workshops - the first tenants were the Tea Room, Logie Gunmakers, Neil Oliver the engraver, and the Art Gallery; over the next 20 years, the River Findhorn Heritage Centre opened, the playground was built, river walks developed, there have been open air theatre performances, and new businesses have opened.

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music nairn presents ‘divertimenti string sextet’ 7:30pm nairn community and arts centre. playing strauss, martinu, boccherini, brahms. for more info visit www.musicnairn.org.uk or call 01667 455701

28 friday moray society lecture - "world war I" 7:30pm, elgin museum hall. derek bird will talk about the first world war and its effects on moray.

29 saturday al-anon family groups ‘public meeting’ 10:30am 12pm at the thistle hotel, millburn road, inverness. if you are concerned about someone else’s drinking please come along - perhaps we can help. nairn variety show 2014 @ nairn community centre. a night of song, music & dance. tickets £15. proceeds to highland hospice. call jill on 07795 818089. in memory of fraser cruickshank who died at only 19. the scottish dolphin centre reopens 7 days a week. for details call 01343 820339 or visit whales.org in praise of elephants @ universal hall 7:30pm. tickets £10 / £8 / £6 U16's (concessions). for more info visit www.universalhall.co.uk

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bay’s kids club is back for easter. £2 per child. call 01343 820 339 for more information. spring finger puppets @ the falconer museum 1pm 3pm, forres. free family friendly workshops, all children must be accompanied by an adult. peatbog faeries @ universal hall 7:30pm. tickets £14 / £12 / £10 u16's (concessions). for more info visit www.universalhall.co.uk

3 thursday holiday time with shrimps active play 10am - 12pm, findhorn village centre. babies - nursery. £2.50 per child including refreshments. call 01309 692339.

4 friday first friday coffee morning 10am - 12pm, in duffus hall. community food moray will also be there for fresh, locally sourced fruit and vegetables. this is a fundraiser for marie curie cancer.

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30 sunday mundole equestrian: show jumping entry on the day. contact 07901 602042 for details and schedules or visit www.mundoleequestrian.com moray roadrunners 10k and 3k fun run 2pm in cooper park. visit www.morayroadrunners.com for further information.

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mind, body & spirit fair 10:30am - 4pm, mosset tavern, forres. £3 admission. over 20 stalls and ‘taster sessions’ in a choice of therapies. for more info contact sandy combe on 01343 850087 or email enquiries@sand-ease.co.uk highland landscape & the future - what do we value?

9:45am - 4:30pm, smithton free church, inverness. study day with speakers & workshops on how we would like to see our landscape develop. £20 which includes lunch contact jenny on 01381 610301 or email jenny.brogden@btinternet.com scottish teas & crafts 1pm - 5pm, findhorn village centre. all funds raised to the findhorn village centre charity. call 01309 692339 for more information. highland darts challenge @ ironworks 7pm. over 18s. call 0871 77894173 • www.ironworksvenue.com

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5 saturday film forres doors open 7pm, forres town hall. visit www.filmforres.co.uk for films being shown. all ages welcome. come along and join our membership. scottish teas & crafts event 10am - 3pm at findhorn village centre. free entry. homebakes & refreshments available. all local scottish based crafters! call karin on 01309 692339 for further information.

mundole equestrian: british dressage & unaffiliated contact 07901 602042 for details and schedules or visit www.mundoleequestrian.com marie curie tennis day @ gordonstoun school 10:30am. please get in touch with veronica maclean veronica.maclean@yahoo.co.uk for a form.

9 wednesday wildlife warriors @ the scottish dolphin centre spey bay’s kids club is back for easter. £2 per child. call 01343 820 339 for more information. nadfas fine art lecture on 'out of the blue: the story of blue in art' by alexandra drysdale 11am, sherwood suite at the eight acres hotel, elgin. visitors welcome. make your own sundials @ the falconer museum 1pm - 3pm, forres. free family friendly workshops, all children must be accompanied by an adult. ranger walks - culloden creature trail 2pm - 4pm. meet at culloden avenue car park, next to the doocot. adults £3, conc. £2, family £8. booking essential. contact john orr on 01463 255291 or email rangers.inverness@highland.gov.uk

10 thursday nairn & district gardening club: "the fife garden trail" with lindsay murray 7:30pm at nairn community & arts centre.

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holiday time with shrimps active play 10am - 12pm, findhorn village centre. babies - nursery. £2.50 per child including refreshments. call 01309 692339.

MIND, BODY & SPIRIT FAIR Saturday 5th April 2014 at The Mosset Tavern, Forres Doors open 10.30am - 4pm Taster Sessions available in many different therapies plus Psychics, Readers, Skincare, Crystals etc Admission £3 Profits go to the Soi Dog Charity

11 friday holiday drop in, shrimps parent & toddler group 9:30am - 11am, findhorn village centre. open to all the family. £2 per family including refreshments & real coffee. call 01309 692339.

12 saturday spring craft fair and car boot sale 11am - 2pm in roseisle village hall. craft stalls offering unique and handmade gifts, homemade refreshments tea and coffee. plus car boot sale, cars charged at only £5 each, set up from 9.30am. for further details call emma 07968841495 or sue 01343 835958 royal british legion scotland forres branch club coffee afternoon 2pm - 4pm, town hall, forres. £1.50 admission. author visit - lari don 1pm - 4:45pm in hopeman memorial hall. coffee afternoon, stalls and raffle. for more information call 01343 831340 macfloyd: into the distance 1967 - 1994 @ ironworks 7:30pm. 0871 77894173 • www.ironworksvenue.com

12 saturday - 13 sunday daffodil tours @ brodie castle as part of scotland’s garden scheme. the walks will take place on the

hour from 11am with the last tour at 3pm and will last for around 45mins. the cost is £3 per person including nts members. visit www.nts.org.uk/events

13 sunday mundole equestrian: show jumping entry on the day. contact 07901 602042 for details and schedules or visit www.mundoleequestrian.com

17 thursday macmillan soup n sweet 12pm - 2pm, forres town hall £3.50. come along, bring the kids - meet up with friends and have a lovely lunch! lostalone @ ironworks 7:30pm. call 0871 77894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

18 friday miltonduff playgroup easter eggstravaganza 10am 11:30am, miltonduff hall. enjoy a range of exciting children’s easter activities and crafts. contact julie on 07738 159805 for further details.

The oldest continually operating rural mill in the country, Knockando Woolmill has been manufacturing tweeds and blankets on the banks of the Knockando Burn since 1784.

Recognised as a site of international historic importance, the Woolmill was awarded substantial funding and has undergone major refurbishment.

The Victorian textile machinery is now fully restored and visitors can experience the unique sounds and smells of yarn being spun and cloth woven.

Our fully interactive Visitor Centre, situated in the old Byre, offers the opportunity to experience our living history. We have a range of tours, from self guided to bespoke Heritage tours which are expertly guided by one of our team who will be delighted to enhance your visit with their in-depth knowledge of the site and its textiles.

The Café focuses on a range of coffees, teas and locally sourced produce such as organic handcrafted cheese from the Connage Dairy and hot smoked salmon delivered to the Woolmill directly from Buckie. Free range eggs are used in all our home bakes and our friendly staff will always try to accommodate special requests. The menu is simple, but everything is made from the freshest ingredients on site and changes with the seasons.

In the shop we have a range of textile products designed and made by the Woolmill – scarves, rugs and fabric. We also have a range of bespoke products made from our fabrics – teddies, one-off hand bags, hand cut caps as well as a range of pottery based on our Tartan and Tweed designs.

For further details call 01340 810345 or pop by!

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23 wednesday beyond presents: ryan keen @ ironworks 7:30pm. call 0871 77894173 or www.ironworksvenue.com

25 friday film forres doors open 6:30pm, forres town hall. visit www.filmforres.co.uk for films being shown. all ages welcome. come along and join our membership.

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Elizabeth Harley 01343 209616 www.reikitraining.org.uk

19 saturday nairn men’s breakfast 9:45am for 10am at dunbar golf club, nairn. testimony by colin murray. share food and fellowship and hear what god is doing in other people’s lives. contact campbell on 01667 455149 by 6:30pm friday 18th to book your place. talks by laurie campbell, scotlands premier wildlife photographer 7:30pm, nairn community & arts centre. includes his best ‘landmark’ images. tickets from nairn community & arts centre or online at www.nairncameraclub.co.uk bags of rock @ ironworks 7:30pm. call 0871 77894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

elgin city band tribute concert for george simpson 7:30 pm, laichmoray hotel, elgin. entry £5 / £3 conc. brass band concert in memory and appreciation of the band's euphonium player george simpson who died last year. abbamania @ ironworks 7:30pm. call 0871 77894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

27 sunday mundole equestrian: british dressage & unaffiliated contact 07901 602042 for details and schedules or visit www.mundoleequestrian.com

28 monday james milne institute agm 7:30pm. all welcome.

29 tuesday mark thomas @ universal hall 8pm. tickets £15 / 10 (concessions). visit www.universalhall.co.uk for info.

19 saturday - 21 monday cadbury easter egg trail @ brodie castle 11am 4pm. further details at www.nts.org.uk/events

NAIRN Nairn Community & Arts Centre Your local venue for films, shows, concerts, and parties. Wide range of activities for all ages.

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La Caverna Review Thurs 27th February We were just two for supper, Karen and myself, and were immediately made to feel extremely welcome. However, we were not alone as La Caverna was really buzzing for a Thursday night, far more diners than we expected. We enjoyed the less-formal atmosphere that the downstairs offers diners and we found ourselves seated in the fascinating architecture of an original 17th Century Salt Cellar. We were asked to consider menus that cover all tastes, offering a huge choice of continental dishes and delights. While we could select from 9 succulent starters, 7 pasta dishes, 15 pizzas, 8 different burgers, half-a-dozen ‘Specials,’ and far more besides, we fancied trying the tapas, as there were 14 different dishes helped by the fullest explanation of each one within the menus.

For starters we chose the Paté and Minestrone Soup – these were a great way to start the meal, especially as the Soup consisted of the full and flavour-filled freshness of Mediterranean vegetables, and the Paté was cleverly aided by a whisky infusion and the tastiest of salsas.

The tapas we chose were very diverse, and included 3 choices from the standard tapas menu – Chicken and Ham Strips with Mozzarella, Braised Beef in Red Wine and Cannelloni Beans, Sauted Garlic and Rosemary Potatoes with Salsa, and a further 3 choices from the ‘special’ tapas list – Fresh Crab with Lemon and topped with Prawns, Parma Ham and Buffalo Mozzarella with Melon, and Smoked Scottish Salmon with Marie Rose Prawns. Once again we were astounded by the variety of taste explosions that were placed on the table. Karen believed the Smoked Salmon and Parma Ham dishes were ‘to-die-for’, while I could not over-praise the Chicken and Ham Strips or Braised Beef – both were ‘melt-in-your-mouth’ heaven.

In summary - deepest levels of pleasure for the food and wine coupled with the awesome atmosphere of care and attention that came from all the staff at La Caverna. Friendly faces regularly appeared to ensure that our evening would pass smoothly and that we would leave so happily. Our grateful thanks go to all the waiting staff for making the meal a memorable experience and one to heartly recommend without reservation to family and friends.

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Ramnee Hotel Review Sunday 9th March The Ramnee Hotel, Forres, is a century old, listed building offering diners a warm welcome and a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy a truly splendid menu. It is currently run by Garry Dinnes and team, who all provide an excellent level of service.

Diners can choose to eat in the bar with its wood burning stove and relaxed atmosphere or in the dining room, an elegant candlelit room.

The full menu including the specials is available in both rooms.

The menu is diverse using many Scottish ingredients. It also includes vegetarian and gluten free dishes. Each dish is well thought out, well prepared and beautifully presented. There is a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu with freshly prepared dishes devoid of the usual frozen fare.

To start I chose Stornoway Benedict a wonderful combination of muffin, baked ham, Stornoway black pudding, an exquisitely poached duck egg and hollandaise sauce, followed by a Lime and Pepper Marinated Chargrilled Chicken Breast served with coriander olive oil, steamed vegetables and chilli pepper jam, an excellent combination of flavours.

My husband chose West Coast Scallops that were succulent and cooked to perfection served with black pudding, vanilla and parsnip puree which he declared delicious. Main course was a tasty Roast Breast of Chicken served with white bean and sausage stew.

For pudding I chose the delicious Iced Espresso and Dark Chocolate Parfait. George chose Rice Pudding served with a contrastingly sharp fruit compote, another great dish. Our compliments to chef Hamish Davidson and team who produced an excellent meal.

They have a vast wine list and a huge whisky menu with detailed tasting notes.

Our waitress Jen provided professional, friendly and unobtrusive service throughout our meal.

The team is currently developing a new Spring Menu, which will be available soon and will include many new and enticing dishes. Take my advice and pay them a visit. Best to book a table though, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a busy place.

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The Barn Steakhouse & Grill Review Friday 28th February Walking into The Barn Steakhouse & Grill we couldn't help but be impressed by the superb dĂŠcor. Although modern and spacious it maintains a warm and cosy feel. They have a fabulous bar which is very well stocked with a vast selection of local beers, lager and cocktails as well as an impressive whisky collection and you can't help but be mesmerised by the funky lighting.

With a warm welcome we were shown to our table and talked through the brand new menu and specials. Complimentary canapes while we waited for our starters was a nice touch and perfect to get the taste buds going.

Our starter of Goats Cheese Bruschetta arrived shortly after and was not only a visual delight but a treat for the taste buds too.

The mains include all the steakhouse classics with a few slightly more exotic choices such as Wild Boar Burgers and Bison Ribeye.

I had one of the specials - the Spicy Chicken Tower Burger comprising 2 spicy coated chicken fillets, mexicana cheese, tomato, red onion and lettuce on a brioche bun, my wife had Southern Fried Chicken & half rack of BBQ Ribs and the kids chose the 4oz Burger & Chips. A generous portion of chunky chips and coleslaw accompanied both adult meals. Everything was perfectly cooked, succulent, juicy and delicious with the quality of ingredients evident.

Although completely sated we simply had to sample a dessert.

The ice cream choices included bubblegum ripple, choco mallow and banana, to mention a few and we decided to share a Rich Chocolate & Caramel Mousse with Pistachio ice cream. Again, faultless and left us fighting over the spoon.

The restaurant also has a light bite menu and a full roast menu on a Sunday and since it is conveniently located next to the Playbarn (a huge childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s indoor soft play centre) and a karting track it could be the perfect place to combine with a fun day out with the kids.

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Line a 9 inch spring tin with grease proof paper.

Mix the crushed digestive biscuit with the melted butter and press in the the bottom of the tin.

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HEATING PACK

Ultra Package Everything you need for your new bathroom, giving you the widest choice of styles and colours with high quality products

BALTERLEY LIFETIME GAURANTEE

13 Piece Bathroom Pack inc Bath, Toilet, Basin and Wetwall

Combi Boiler 7 Radiators plus Pipework and Valves

£8999 inc VAT and Installation

Balterley Lifetime Manufacturer’s Guarantee Contact Harrison’s for full package info. Ts and Cs apply

ALL THIS FOR £20,000 –

5 YEAR PARTS AND LABOUR WARRANTY

Includes VAT and Fitting

NEEDO ELECTRIC PANEL HEATING The new generation controller – revolutionise the management of your heating

NEEDO PACK

SP OF ECIA FE L R

Special Offer: High quality heating system £4700 inc VAT and fitting. Full system swap

PLUMBING and HEATING Supplied and Fitted Only

£2195 inc VAT # -Ë. -7 ! ËÌÉyËVË +¤ÔËÌÉy LPG Boats and Caravans £85 LPG Catering Vans £120

Call us on 01343 551331 for more information on the latest in electric heating

SAVING YOU 25% ELECTRICITY ON YOUR CURRENT PANEL AND STORAGE HEATERS!

Select from one of the best 3 boilers on the market COMMERCIAL AND DOMESTIC Service Plans Available

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30kw 30kw

Manufacturer’s Lifetime Guarantee Available Ts and Cs apply

30kw 224523

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