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What’s on in the Bridge of Don? including Danestone, Donmouth, Oldmachar, Balmedie, Balgownie, Jesmond and Denmore.

Communities

2014-15

Contents

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Introduction The Bridge of Don and Oldmachar Learning Partnership Schools Children and Young Peoples Services Girls’ Brigade Aberdeen City Youth Council Youth Activities Small Grants Active Schools Adventure Aberdeen-Activity programme for 5-14 year olds Bridge of Don Community Centre Association Swimming Pool Booking Community Space The HANDSS Group The BOD Ramblers The Art Class Danestone Community Centre Balgownie Community Centre Oldmachar Community Association Hall Alex Collie Sports Centre The Jesmond Centre Middleton Park Community Centre Active Ageing Lifelong Learning Adults Churches Bridge of Don Library Bridge of Don Community Council Your Elected Representatives Health Contacts Emergency Contacts Childline and Silverline

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Introduction Welcome to the second ‘What’s On in the Bridge of Don’ booklet which provides local learners with some useful contacts for classes and groups in the Bridge of Don. The booklet will be made available in community centres, churches, the library, schools, medical and dental practices and other public establishments throughout the area.

Please submit your article/updates and class information to:

BODCC@aberdeencity.gov.uk and for enquiries call 01224 701162 Thanks

Hamish Cattanach Capacity Building Officer (Bridge of Don and Dyce) Communities Team Aberdeen City Council

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The Bridge of Don and Oldmachar Learning Partnership Partners together: • Improving life chances for people of all ages, through learning, personal development and active citizenship

• Building stronger, more resilient,

supportive, influential and inclusive communities The Learning Partnership helps identify priorities for:

• Work with Young People

• Work with Adults

• Community Support and Volunteering

• Health and Wellbeing

CONTACT DETAILS:

Hamish Cattanach (Capacity Building Officer, Bridge of Don and Dyce) tel: 01224 701162 • email: hcattanach@aberdeencity.gov.uk

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Schools (Parent councils can be contacted through the schools)

Bridge of Don Academy

Daphne McWilliam - Head Teacher Braehead Way tel: 01224 707583 web: bridgeofdon.aberdeen.sch.uk/ wp

Danestone Primary School

George Roberts - Head Teacher Fairview Brae tel: 01224 825062 web: www.danestoneprimary.co.uk

Oldmachar Academy

Forehill Primary School

Braehead Primary School

Glashieburn Primary School

Scotstown Primary School

Greenbrae Primary School

Balmedie School

Middleton Park Primary School

Judith Mohamed - Head Teacher Jesmond Drive tel: 01224 820887 web: http://s416003572.initialwebsite.co.uk Diane Duncan - Head Teacher Braehead Way web: https://blogs.glowscotland.org. uk/ac/BraeheadSchoolBlog/home

Caroline Bain - Head Teacher Scotstown Road tel: 01224 703331 web: www.scotstown.aberdeen.sch.uk Ken McGowan - Head Teacher Forsyth Road, Balmedie Aberdeenshire AB23 8YW tel: 01358 742474 email: balmedie.sch@aberdeenshire. gov.uk web: www.balmedie.aberdeenshire. sch.uk

Douglas Ford - Head Teacher Jesmond Drive tel: 01224 820904 web: www.forehill.aberdeen.sch.uk

Margaret Winton - Head Teacher Jesmond Drive web: www.glashieburn.aberdeen. sch.uk

Sally Inglis - Head Teacher Green Brae Crescent tel: 01224 704447 web: www.greenbrae.aberdeen.sch.uk

Jenny Watson - Head Teacher Jesmond Drive tel: 01224 820873 web: www.middletonpark.aberdeen. sch.uk

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Children & Young Peoples Services Wednesday GIRLS’ GROUP (S1-S3) Bridge of Don Community Centre, Braehead Way tel: 01224 701160

Handss Youth Group

(Helping Additional Needs Develop Social Skills) Bridge of Don Community Centre, Braehead Way Tuesday Evenings 6.15 - 7.30pm tel: 01224 701160 email: handssgroup@hotmail.co.uk

Extreme Skatepark

5.30 - 7.30pm tel: 01224 626279 email: L.harrow@transition-extreme. com web: www.transition-extreme.com

Air Training Corps 2489 (Bridge of Don) Squadron, Gordon Barracks, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB23 8DB tel: 01224 703956 (May only be answered on parade evenings) email: 2489@aircadets.org

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Army Cadet Force

BLOCK 21, Gordon Barracks, Bridge Of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8DB. Gordon Barracks, Woodcroft Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB22 8DU tel: 01224 826239 web: http://armycadets.com/contactus/

Sea Cadets

Gordon Barracks, Ellon Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8DB tel: 07810868859 email : bodscc@hotmail.co.uk web: www.sea-cadets.org/aberdeen

46th Aberdeen Scout Group

Scout HQ, Cardens Knowe, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB22 8PE The Beaver Colony 6 - 8 years The Cubs Pack 8 - 10.5 years web: www.46thaberdeen.org.uk The Scout Group 10.5 - 14 years The Explorer Scouts 14 - 18 years The Scout Network 18 - 25 years Steve Pirie tel: 01224 824567 email: gsl@46thaberdeen.org.uk

66th Aberdeen Scout Group

Norman Davie tel: 01224 822626

Girl Guides

tel: 01224 638685 web: http://girlguidingaberdeen. terapad.com/

Girls’ Brigade

31st: Middleton Park 35th: St Columba’s Church Explorers Primary: 1 - 3 Juniors Primary: 4 - 7 Brigaders Secondary: 1 - 6 email: gbaberdeen@gmail.com web: http://gb.auld.me.uk/aberdeen/ default.php

The Boys’ Brigade

(Anchor, Juniors, Company, Seniors, Volunteer)

3rd Aberdeen

St Columba’s (Church of Scotland) Braehead Way Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB22 8RR

35th Aberdeen

Danestone Congregational Church Fairview Street Danestone Aberdeen online company finder: www.boys-brigade.org.uk/ companyfinder.htm email: enquiries@boys-brigade.org.uk

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Girl’s Brigade The Girls’ Brigade is a world-wide Christian Youth Organisation.

In Aberdeen, there are currently 20 companies which meet in various locations throughout the City and Shire.

The 31st Aberdeen Company Girls’ Brigade meets at Middleton Park School, Jesmond Drive, Bridge of Don on Thursday evenings. The session runs over the Autumn/Winter months, starting late August and ending in May. Girls from 5 years old upwards can take part in a variety of physical activities, crafts and educational activities. Girls’ Brigade is also actively involved in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.

Explorers (P1 to P3) – 6.30 to 7.30pm Juniors

(P4 to P7) – 6.30 to 8.00 pm

Brigaders (S1 to S6) – 6.30 to 8.00 pm For further information, please contact Karen Orchard by email at karenorchard12@hotmail.co.uk

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Aberdeen City Youth Council The Aberdeen City Youth Council is the official voice of young people in Aberdeen.

It works with many bodies in the city to improve representation of young people.

ACYC is involved with national bodies such as Scottish Youth Parliament and the British Youth Council and works toward representing young people at all levels.

It is made up of young people, aged between 14-25 years, from different areas and interest groups in Aberdeen. Youth Councillors are committed to involving and consulting young people and believe they should have a voice at local, citywide, national and international levels.

To get information on how to become a Youth Councillor, make a difference, gain valuable experience and work to improve the lives of young people, contact:

secretary@acyc.info Youth Council online information:

www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/acyc/ysp_acyc.asp facebook.com/aberdeencityyouthcouncil @AberdeenYouth

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Youth Activities Small Grants Fund The aim of the funding is to support children and young people to take part in activities that might not otherwise be available for them. The funding is governed by the Youth Council and Elected Members. The usual maximum grant available is ÂŁ1,500.

Children and young people must be actively involved in making the application and in the project idea!

For further information: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/council_government/equality_and_diversity/eqd_ Youth_Activity_Grants.asp Rhona Whyte Youth Activities Small Grants Fund Kaimhill Primary School Community Wing Pitmedden Terrace Aberdeen AB10 7RH tel: 01224 498168 email: rwhyte@aberdeencity.gov.uk

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Active Schools Active Schools is a national network of staff working across Scotland to provide more and higher quality opportunities for children and young people to participate in sport before, during and after school. The team work to increase the number of opportunities available to children by recruiting volunteers, and also work hard to build partnerships with clubs and other community organisations to create ‘pathway’ for pupils to continue their participation in sport once they leave school.

Aberdeen City have a team of 11 Co-ordinators working across all state schools clusters in the city. There are two Co-ordinators assigned to cover Bridge of Don, covering the Oldmachar and Bridge of Don associated school groups. If you would like to know more about the Active Schools programme in your school (or local area), or would be interested in volunteering to help support some of our programmes (no experience required!), please contact: Graeme Dale (Active Schools Manager) Active Schools Team (Bridge of Don ASG) tel: 0845 608 0935 email: activeschools@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Adventure Aberdeen Activity Programme for 5-14 yr olds Why not get some adventure in your life this year?

You can now book the Adventure Aberdeen activities online at : www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/adventure-aberdeen-holiday-activityprogramme-5591330241 The summer holiday programme is always very popular, therefore early booking is essential.

Activities include: Mini Mountaineering, Canoeing, Surfing, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Muddy Monsters Activities, Learn to Bike, Coasteering and beach activities including Sand Sledging.

Address: Fairley Rd, Kingswells, Aberdeen AB15 8PZ Phone: 01224 270990

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Bridge of Don Community Centre Association Handss Youth Group

(Helping Additional Needs Develop Social Skills) Tuesday Evenings 6.00 - 7.30pm

Short Mat Bowling

Tuesday and Friday Evenings 7.00 - 9.00pm

Discussion Group Thursday 1.30 - 3.00pm

Badminton Groups

Tuesdays 7.30 - 10pm and Saturday 10.00am - 12.00pm

Art Class

Mondays 10.00am - 12.00pm

Wednesday Youth Club S1-S3, 7.00 - 9.00pm

Beginners - DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Friday 10.00am - 12.00pm

Bridge of Don Community Centre Association Meetings

6.30 - 8.30pm (last Thursday of every month - Term Time). New recruits required!!

Bridge of Don Ramblers

Walk every other Friday using public transport

Book Club

Yoga Beginners Class

Tuesday Evening: 7.30 - 8.30pm Thursday Afternoon: 3.30 – 4.30pm

Yoga Intermediate Class

Young People’s Supervised Sports

Wednesdays 6.15 - 7.15pm Wednesdays 7.30 - 9pm

Knit and Natter

Thursdays 10.00 - 11.30am

Pilates

Monday 7.30 - 8.30pm

1st and Last Friday in the month (Term Time) 8.00 - 9.00pm

Upcoming: Table Tennis, Men’s Shed and Conversational Language

Bridge of Don Community Centre, Bridge of Don Academy, Braehead Way AB22 8RR For enquiries or bookings please use the following contact details: tel: 01224 701160 • email: BODCC@aberdeencity.gov.uk

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Bridge Of Don Swimming Pool Braehead Way Bridge Of Don Aberdeen, AB22 8RR tel: 01224 701136 fax: 01224 707433 email: Bridgeofdonswimmingpool@sportaberdeen.co.uk Bridge of Don Swimming Pool is located on the Bridge of Don Academy school campus.

The pool is a friendly local swimming pool with a varied programme to suit all ages and abilities of swimmers.

The Aquatics Aberdeen Programme also offers structured learn to swim classes for children and adults at Bridge of Don Swimming Pool. The programme follows the Bank of Scotland National Learn to Swim Syllabus supported by the National Governing Body for Swimming in Scotland. For further information on lessons contact 0845 6013611.

Activities we offer

• Aqua Aerobics

• Swimming

• Swimming Lessons Pool timetable: www.sportaberdeen.co.uk/timetable

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Booking Community Space Bridge of Don Learning Centre Braehead Way Bridge of Don AB22 8RR If you would like to book Community Space in Bridge of Don Learning Centre, please contact the Centre Supervisor in the first instance on 07901635916 or at criley@aberdeencity.gov.uk For enquiries about classes running within the centre please contact Lynda in reception on 01224 701160 for more information.

Lynda (left) and Charlee (right)

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The HANDSS Group (Helping Additional Needs Develop Social Skills) 6pm - 7.30pm at Bridge of Don Community Centre, Braehead Way

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Arts and crafts Mixed games hall activities Social skills Table Tennis Badminton Outings Meet other people and make new friends

Safe & friendly environment!

Contact tel: 01224 701162 email: BODCC@aberdeencity.gov.uk

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The BoD Ramblers The BoD Ramblers started more than 20 years ago. The walk programmes are drafted on a three monthly basis with a short break over the Christmas/New Year period. We travel by public transport and meet at the appropriate bus stops.

Some walks are local to the BoD in which cases we meet at the starting point.

The walks tend to be 5 or 6 miles and of a medium level. The type of walk is described thus members can decide if the walk is suitable for them.

Currently the group has 35 members.

The group is a member of the Bon Accord Forum which is formed from walking groups across Aberdeen. It also participates in the Grampian 50 plus Network.

Both provide events during the year and the Network produces a quarterly magazine, The AGEnda.

If anyone wishes information or has an interest in a walking group please contact 01224 701160

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The Art Class Mondays 10am - 12noon, TERM TIME ONLY Tutor: Heather Silverwood Tel: 01224 701160 A course for complete beginners and anyone who enjoys drawing and watercolour painting. Beginning with basics, the course teaches a wide range of skills and tricks of the trade.

Each week the teacher demonstrates a particular technique, after which students try it out themselves.

The syllabus includes advice on art materials, laying a wash, graded washes, mixing colours, modelling form with tone, linear perspective, dry-brush, lifting-out, aerial perspective, broken colour, sponging, spattering, scraping, masking fluid, natural greens, trees, buildings, skies and clouds, sunsets, snow effects, fur and feathers, reflections on water, mist etc.

This is a friendly, non-competitive class where students are free to make mistakes, make a mess and have fun! “I am learning loads of different things!� Student M.A.

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Danestone Community Centre Summer 2014 Fairview Street, Danestone, Aberdeen, AB22 8ZP tel: 01224 828333

Monday 9.30 - 11.30am Busy Bees Playgroup

5.00 - 6.00 pm Ian Wilson Soccer Coaching Age 7/9 Years

9.30 - 10.15am Ian Wilson Soccer Startlets Age 2/4 starts 1st September

7.00 - 8.00pm Body Combat

12.00 - 2.00pm Table Tennis

7.30 - 9.30pm Social Badminton 8.00 - 9.30pm Royal Scottish Country Dance (restarts 23 September)

1.00 - 2.30pm Mondays Little Monsters Baby Group 4.00 - 5.30pm Junior Art Class with Mandy Clubb 4.30 - 5.15pm Tae-kwondo Tots Age 2/4 5.30 - 6.45pm Granite City TaeKwondo Juniors with Lyndzie Jeffrey 7.00 - 9.00pm Granite City TaeKwondo Seniors with Lyndzie Jeffrey

WEDNESDAY 9.30 - 11.30am Busy Bees Playgroup 10.00 - 12.00pm Ladies Social Badminton 12.00 - 1.30pm Table Tennis 1.30 - 2.15pm Pepela Petite starting 20th August 2.00 - 4.00pm Carpet Bowls

TUESDAY 9.15 - 10.45am Bonding with Baby with Laura Henderson 9.30 - 11.30am Mucky Pups 11.00 - 1.00pm Art Class with Mandy Clubb

6.00 - 7.30pm Brownies (School Term Time Only) 6.15 - 7.15pm Pilates / Yoga with Audrey Sue 7.15 - 8.15pm Pilates / Yoga with Audrey Sue

1.30 - 2.15pm Ian Wilson Soccer Coaching Pre-school – 4 years 4.00 – 5.00pm Ian Wilson Soccer Coaching Age 5 years and over

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THURSDAY 9.30 - 10.15am Ian Wilson Soccer Startlets Age 2/4 Starts starts 4th September 10.30 - 11.15am Ian Wilson Soccer Pre-school – 4 years starts 4th September 9.30 - 11.30am Li’l Peeps 1.30 - 2.15pm Ian Wilson Pre-school Soccer Coaching 4.00 - 5.00pm Ian Wilson Soccer Coaching Age 7/9 Years 5.00 - 6.00pm Granite City TaeKwondo Juniors with Lyndzie Jeffrey 6.00 - 7.00pm Body Worx with Fight Fit 6.30 - 8.05pm Granite City TaeKwondo Seniors with Lyndzie Jeffrey

11.00 - 12.30pm Table Tennis 1.00 - 3.00pm Bouncy Castle Open Session 3.45 - 4.30pm Hip Hop Street Dancing Age 5-7 5.30 - 7.30pm Weight Watchers 6.15 - 7.00pm Anchor Boys (School Term Time Only) 7.00 - 10.00pm Boys Brigade (School Term Time Only

SATURDAY 11.05 - 11.50am Baby Disco and stretch with Dance Xplosion 11.50 - 1.00pm Advanced Dance Classes with Dance Xplosion

7.30 - 9.00pm Local History Group (September – May)

8.05 - 10.00pm Carpet Bowls

FRIDAY 9.15 - 10.00am Buggy Walks 9.30 - 11.30am Busy Bees Playgroup 9.30 - 10.15am Ian Wilson Soccer Starlets Age 2/4 Years

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SUNDAY 9.30 - 1.00pm Church Service with Gerry Bowyer 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month

Balgownie Community Centre Susan Masson Scotstown Road Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8HX tel: 01224 704823 email: smmasson@btinternet.com

Times (opening, meeting, training, etc.)

Mon – Fri opens 9am Random times at weekend.

Hall, stage, kitchen and committee room. Hall can be used for most social gatherings, public and private.

Dance school, WRI, OAPS, indoor bowling, Carer & Toddler group and gardening club.

Dance Clubs – Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon, Friday evening, and occasionally Saturday evenings.

50+ Group – every other Wednesday.

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Oldmachar Community Association Hall Oldmachar Community Association Hall Jesmond Drive tel: 01224 706690

Oldmachar Community PlayGroup Oldmachar Community Hall Jesmond Drive Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB22 8UR

Main Contact Sheilah Harley tel: 01224 706690 email: info@oldmacharplaygroup.com web: www.oldmacharplaygroup.co.uk

Times (opening, meeting, training, etc.)

Morning Sessions 8.40 - 11.50am daily during term time.

Afternoon Sessions 12.30 - 2.45pm daily during term time.

Funded places may be available for children over 3 years.

Further Information

Aims: Childcare and Education of children aged 2.5 - 5 years

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Alex Collie Sports Centre Cardens Knowe, Bridge of Don Aberdeen, AB22 8PE tel: 01224 826769 email: alexcolliesportscentre@sportaberdeen.co.uk Opening Hours

Mon & Wed Tues Thu Fri

Sat & Sun Activities we offer:

• 5-a-side Football

• Basketball

• Fitness Studio

• Kindergym

• Pre-School Gymnastics

• Short Mat Bowling

• Step Conditioning

• Health Walks

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9.00am - 10.00pm 3.15pm - 10.00pm 3.15pm - 9.30pm 9.00am - 9.30pm 9.00am - 5.00pm

Badminton Indoor Bowling Gymnastics Netball Aerobics Classes Indoor Cycling Table Tennis Creche

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The Jesmond Centre Jesmond Drive Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB22 8UR tel: 01224 707090 fax: 01224 820097 email: jesmondcentre@sportaberdeen.co.uk Activities we offer:

• 5-a-side Football

• Badminton

• Basketball

• Fitness Studio

• Football

• Martial Arts

• Netball

• Active Table Tennis

• Trampolining

• Volleyball

• Matwork Pilates

• Metafit

• Indoor Cycling

• Health Walks

• Trampolining Coaching

Opening Hours

Mon & Tue Wed Thu Fri

Sat & Sun

9.00am - 10.00pm 2.30 - 10.00pm 9.00am - 10.00pm 4.00 - 10.00pm 9.00am - 5.00pm

The Jesmond centre is the newest of Sport Aberdeen leisure facilities. It opened its doors to the community in 2000.

The Jesmond Centre’s comprehensive programme aims to cater for all age groups within the community with activities such as indoor football, martial arts, dance, gymnastics, trampolining and crèche available.

www.sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Middleton Park Community Centre Little BODS (Parent & Toddler group) tel: 01224 705 439 Whitestripes Street Bridge Of Don Aberdeen AB22 8WD

www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/nmsruntime/saveasdialog.asp?lID=47386&sID=19433

Messy Play (0 - 5 years )

Monday & Wednesday 1.00 - 3.00pm Thursday 9.30 - 11.30am

Parent & Toddler Group (0 - 2)

Tuesday

9.30 - 11.30am

Childcare Services

0845 604 1432 9 (+ city wide childcare information)

OUR VISION

Children and families in Aberdeen gain access to high quality learning experiences that holistically meet their developmental needs within local communities.

Middleton Park Community Centre Playgroup (2½ - 5) Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

9.15 - 11.30am 1.00 - 3.15pm 9.15 - 11.30am 1.00 - 3.15pm 9.15 - 11.30am

55+ EXERCISE CLASSES

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Active Ageing ACTIVITIES FOR OLDER ADULTS “We don’t stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing” George Bernard Shaw.

Activity

Venue

Day

Cost

Health Walk

Alex Collie Sports Centre

Monday 10.30 - 11.30

FREE

Table Tennis

Jesmond Sport Centre

Monday 2.00 - 3.00

£2*

Otago Strength & Wednesdays Alex Collie Sports Centre Balance 2.00 - 3.00

£2*

Swimming

Bridge of Don Pool

Wednesdays 3.00 - 4.00

FREE with Accord Card

Health Walk

Jesmond Sports Centre

Thursdays 10.30 - 11.30

FREE

*includes your tea or coffee after session.

Health Walks

These are short gentle walks of 0.5-2miles in length for those who can’t manage fast or far but still want to walk socially and enjoy the benefits of being active. Health walks are FREE, small cost for tea and coffee afterwards.

Table Tennis

Coached sessions that are suitable for all ability levels from the complete beginner to the improving players.

Otago Strength & Balance Class

We are working in Partnership with NHS Grampian to develop this highly effective programme. Sitting and standing exercises that are great for maintaining or regaining your Strength and Balance.

Active Ageing Swimming

Enjoy a relaxing swim at this Active Ageing session.

For more information contact Stephen tel: 01224 577738 email: sgammack@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Lifelong Learning Adults

• • • • • • •

Employability reading and Writing Numbers Beginning Computing ESOL Budgeting Confidence to Cook/Life Skills

Contact us for more information: Aberdeen City Council Communities Team 82 Spring Garden Aberdeen AB25 1GN tel: 01224 538088 email: adultlearningreferrals@aberdeencity.gov.uk

www.facebook.com/CommunitiesAberdeen

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Churches St Columba’s Church Of Scotland

Rev Louis Kinsey Asst Rev Dan Robertson Braehead Way Under 5s Wed mornings Youth Groups – Mon Evenings tel: 01224 705337 / 01224 825653

St Columba’s Roman Catholic Church Father Keith Hurrera Braehead Way tel: 01224 621581 Youth Groups – Maureen Cromar tel: 01224 821387

Bridge of Don Baptist Church

Rev Jarrod Meenan Admin: Fiona Morgan Dubford Road Under 5s – Thurs Mornings Youth Group – Friday evenings Over 50s Group tel: 01224 826256

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Church of latter day saints Bishop Raymond Davies Fairview Street tel: 01224 703518

Danestone Congregational Church Rev. Anne Roberson tel: 01224 702309

Oasis Fellowship Neil and Fay Smith Whitestripes Road tel: 01224 822486

Oldmachar Church of Scotland Rev David Stewart Ashwood Park tel: 01224 709299

Bridge of Don Library We lend books, including large print and audio books, CDs, DVDs and language courses.

Provide free computer, internet and WiFi access.

Provide free access to online resources including: eBooks, eMagazines, newspapers, family history, reference and language learning.

Photocopying facilities.

Fortnightly Bookbug Sessions, Thursdays at 10.30am, for babies, toddlers and their families.

Contact: Bridge of Don Library Scotstown Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB22 8HH tel: 01224 702800 email: bridgeofdonlibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk web: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/library

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Bridge of Don Community Council (Bridge of Don and Danestone) Bridge of Don Community Council meets at Scotstown Primary School 7.30 - 9.30pm, once per month on Tuesdays.

The purpose of Community Councils is to give local people a say in matters such as:

• Planning Applications

• Transport

• Leisure and Recreation Provision

• Roads and Street Lighting

• Local Amenities/Community Halls

• Educational Provision

• Local and Structure Plans Local Traditions

• Community Identity The term of office for Community Councils is 3 years, with the next elections due to take place in October 2015.

If you are resident in Bridge of Don and interested in finding out more contact: Isobyl McLeod Secretary of Bridge of Don Community Council tel: 01224 703230 • email: bodccsec@btinternet.com Online Community Council information: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/council_government/councillors/community_ councils/elr_bridge_of_don.asp The Brig Online: www.thebrigonline.com

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Your Elected Representatives Local Councillors for Bridge of Don:

Muriel Jaffrey (Scottish Nationalist): mjaffrey@aberdeencity.gov.uk Sandy Stuart (Scottish Nationalist): sandystuart@aberdeencity.gov.uk John Reynolds (Independent): jreynolds@aberdeencity.gov.uk Willie Young (Labour): wyoung@aberdeencity.gov.uk

Local Councillors for Dyce, Bucksburn and Danestone:

Barney Crockett (Labour): BCrockett@aberdeencity.gov.uk Graeme Lawrence (Labour): GLawrence@aberdeencity.gov.uk Neil Macgregor (Scottish Nationalist): NMacGregor@aberdeencity.gov.uk Gill Samarai (Scottish Nationalist): GSamarai@aberdeencity.gov.uk

MSPs for North East Scotland:

Mark McDonald (Aberdeen Donside): Mark.McDonald.msp@scottish.parliament.uk

Regional:

Richard Baker: Richard.Baker.msp@scottish.parliament.uk Lewis Macdonald: Lewis.macdonald.msp@scottish.parliament.uk Alison McInnis: Alison.McInnes.msp@scottish.parliament.uk Nanette Milne: Nanette.Milne.msp@scottish.parliament.uk Christian Allard: Christian.Allard.msp@scottish.parliament.uk Jenny Marra: Jenny.Marra.msp@scottish.parliament.uk Alex Johnstone: Alex.Johnstone.msp@scottish.parliament.uk www.scottish.parliament.uk/msps.aspx

MPs:

Frank Doran (Aberdeen North): dilloni@parliament.uk Sir Malcolm Bruce (Gordon): milsomr@parliament.uk

Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament Aberdeen Donside: Jamie Ross MSYP: Jamie.ross.msyp@sypmail.org.uk Braden Davy MSYP: Braden.Davy.msyp@sypmail.org.uk www.syp.org.uk

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Health Contacts 1. Healthpoint

NHS Grampian Healthpoint is your one stop health information point, offering free confidential information, advice and access to reputable services.

Call the free Healthline on 0500 20 20 30, text the word INFO to 82727, email healthpoint@nhs.net, or visit Healthpoint at: Aberdeen Community Health and Care Village 50 Frederick Street Aberdeen AB24 5HY

2. Know who to turn to

This website help you to get the right medical assistance when you’re ill, injured or have a long term condition.

A handy booklet is available at your local GP Surgery, Pharmacy or hospital or you can download a booklet from this link: www.know-who-to-turn-to.com 3. NHS 24 - Health Information and Self Care Advice for Scotland

NHS24.com provides comprehensive up-to-date health information and self care advice for people in Scotland.

For more info visit www.nhs24.com or call the free number on 111.

4. Local Pharmacies Name and Address

Telephone

Opening hours

Tesco Pharmacy The Parkway, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB22 8HB

01224 809549

Mon-Sat: 09:00-21:00 Sun:10:00-18:00

Asda Pharmacy Jesmond Drive, Middleton Park, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB22 8WQ

01224 227110

Mon-Fri: 09:00-21:00 Sat: 09:00-20:00 Sun: 09:00-18:00

Braehead Pharmacy Braehead Way Shopping Centre, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB22 8RR

01224 702170

Mon-Fri: 09:00-18:00 Sat: 09:00-13:00 Sun: Close

01224 705440

Mon-Thu: 08:30-18:15 Fri: 08:30-17:30 Sat: 08:30-17:00 Sun: Close

Your Local Boots Pharmacy 27 Scotstown Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB22 8HH

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5. Dental Information and Advice Line (DIAL) Advice for patients requiring emergency dental care.

Patients who are registered with a dentist should contact their own dental practice for advice. Outside normal working hours your dentist should provide an on-call service which may include advising you to contact NHS 24 for advice.

Over Christmas and New Year you should contact your own dentist before calling NHS 24, to check the arrangements which have been made for you.

If you are not registered with a dentist in the Grampian area, please contact the following services for advice.

Dental Information and Advice Line (DIAL) 0845 45 65 990 Monday – Friday excluding public holidays 08.05am – 5.45pm Weekdays: 6.00pm – 8.00am Weekends: 6.00pm Friday – 8.00am Monday Public Holidays: 24 hours

6. Grampian Smoking Advice Service If you are thinking about quitting you don’t have to do it alone.

NHS Grampian Smoking Advice Service (SAS) is here to help you to become smoke free.

For help to stop smoking please call the NHS Grampian Smoking Advice Service on freephone 0500 600 332 7. Emergency Contacts: Police/Ambulance/Fire: 999 8. Danestone Buggy Walks Gentle 30-45 minutes group walk lead by volunteer walk leaders where mums and babies can come along to participate and enjoy tea/coffee afterwards. Fridays at 9.15am from 16th of May. To sign up please contact: Danestone Community Centre at danestonecentre@btinternet.com or call 01224 828333 9. Health walks Alex Collie Sport Centre, Bridge of Don. Mondays 10.30am.

Jesmond Sports Centre, Bridge of Don. Thursdays 10.30am.

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Emergency Contacts POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: 999 Local Police – non emergency: 101 Deaf, deafened, hard of hearing or speech-impaired callers can access the service via TextRelay on 1 800 1 101.

POLICE SCOTLAND WEBSITE FOR BRIDGE OF DON

www.scotland.police.uk/your-community/aberdeen-city/aberdeen-citynorth/bridge-of-don/

GP SURGERIES Name of the GP practice

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Address

Contact details

Scotstown Medical Group

Cairnfold Road, Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB22 8LD

tel: 01224 702149 fax: 01224 706688 email: administrator@scotstown. grampian.scot.nhs.uk

Danestone Med/ Practice

Fairview Street, Danestone Aberdeen AB22 8ZP

tel: 01224 822866 fax: 01224 849699 email: administrator@danestone. grampian.scot.nhs.uk

Jesmond Surgery

Jesmond Drive, Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB22 8UR

tel: 08453370510 fax: 01224 846600 email: administrator@oldmachar. grampian.scot.nhs.uk

www.childline.org.uk Worried about a child ?

0808 800 5000

www.nspcc.org.uk/help-and-advice/worried-about-a-child/the-nspcc-helpline/ how-to-contact-us/how-to-contact-us_wda89787.html

www.thesilverline.org.uk Need help? Call us ANYTIME (24 hours) on:

0800 4 70 80 90

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