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Hinterland Opening....................... 3 Cash Boost for School.................... 4 Top Youth Cafe............................... 5 Heritage Trust Chairman............... 6 Tree Update.................................... 6 Tiara Walk....................................... 7 Local Businesses......................... 8&9 Camping Crackdown...................10 CHAS Trek......................................11 Golf Deal.......................................12 Cardross Grants............................14 What's Up Doc..............................14 Wedding Feature................. 16&17 Top Tips.........................................20 Legal Matters................................20 Pipe Band Ceilidh.........................27 Fusebox 7's....................................28 Oratorio Chior Treat.....................29 Bungee Jump................................29 Emphatic Coaching......................32 Shop Makeovers...........................33 Befrienders....................................35

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Thousands head for light show

As we exclusively revealed in December, St Peter’s Cardross will be transformed by light and sound by the charity NVA for the official launch of Scotland’s Festival of Architecture 2016 in March.

Organisers expect up to 8,000 visitors to arrive in Helensburgh to be taken by bus to the event over the course of the nine-day Hinterland event.

Hinterland will see the ruins of St Peter’s Seminary transformed by light and sound.

Fifty years on since the building opened, visitors will Mobile Hairstylist

be guided on an exploration of what organisers regard as an architectural masterpiece re-animated at night for the first time.

As dusk falls to darkness, a walked route will weave through atmospheric woodland towards the abandoned building complex.

Hinterland will reveal the full glory of the towering concrete ruin, combining moving light installations and projection with a haunting choral soundscape by composer Rory Boyle, recorded by the St Salvator’s Chapel Choir of the University of St Andrews.

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“We’ve met local businesses and brainstormed ways that they could work to exploit the commercial and cultural opportunities offered, and how to enhance the wider offer

She added: “The focus now has to be on making the most of this attention and the town’s businesses taking advantage of this tremendous opportunity.

Hinterland will run for nine days from March 18- 27, several of the nightly shows have already been sold out, and more shows have been added. www.hinterland.org

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“A walked route will weave through the atmospheric semiancient woodland of Kilmahew, arriving at the towering concrete ruin, subtly re-animated with monochromatic light and specially commissioned music.

Cllr Aileen Morton, policy lead for sustainable economic growth, said the event, which has been reported on as far afield as New York, has the: “potential to really shine a national if not international spotlight” on Helensburgh and the surrounding area.”

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for the thousands of visitors anticipated for the event.”

A spokeswoman for NVA, the charity behind the event, said: “Hinterland will take around 800 visitors each night to experience St Peter’s in its state of total ruination before major restoration works start later in the year.

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Thousands of visitors are coming to Helensburgh and Lomond this month for a major arts event in the ruins of St Peter’s Seminary.

MARCH 2016 - Local News

cash boost for schools Argyll and Bute Council’s Policy Lead for Armed Forces, Councillor Maurice Corry said: “I am delighted. It can be a very daunting and sometimes quite stressful experience for children to have to move schools. For service family children they often have to go through multiple moves during their educational years .

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Helensburgh schools are set for a major financial boost thanks to a £118,000 grant from the MoD Education Support Fund.

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The fund was established to assist schools in making life easier for pupils who are moved from one area to another when family members are redeployed within the armed forces.

A sum of £118,680 has been awarded to schools in the Helensburgh area which will have a “huge impact “on service children, as well as benefiting all the pupils.

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Colgrain Primary School also received its own, separate award from the MoD Education Support Fund of £19,000. This will be used to buy technology equipment such as tablets, laptops and a green screen.

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Top marks for Youth Cafe The Cove and Kilcreggan Youth Cafe has received an excellent annual assessment from their Youth Worker John Agnew.

He said in his report that attendees have more than doubled in the last year adding: ”Positive changes in young people are clear for us to see.

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David Clark has taken over the reins at the Helensburgh Heritage Trust following the retirement of Stewart Noble after more than 19 years as chairman.

Stewart remains on the Board as Treasurer. At a Trust Board meeting tributes were paid to his long and distinguished service.

and artefacts. That is the purpose of the Heritage Trust, and I look forward to promoting it as widely as possible.�

He said: "Twenty years ago I volunteered after seeing an ad, and a year later my fellow directors asked me if I would become chairman, little did I think at the time that I would remain in that post for 19 years.

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Help follows tree trash Following the sad story of several newly planted cherry trees being trashed by vandals, donations are rolling in for replacements.

"Anything that the Trust has accomplished over the last 19 years has been down to the tremendous help which I have had from both my fellow directors and from members.�

Lawrence Hill, a director of the Helensburgh Tree Conservation Trust which planted the trees in Havelock Streets tells us: “We've been encouraged by expressions of support, dismay from many people. More folk aware of our organisation.

Facebook likes have increased.

We've had several financial donations and promises of support. Our intention had been to plant both sides of the street with trees that would last over 70 years.�

Rev.David Clark, former minister of the West Kirk and later St Andrew's (now Helensburgh Parish Church) said: “It is important that its heritage is made readily accessible to young and old alike, in records, images

Each tree costs ÂŁ70 to buy and plant. At time of writing enough money had been donated for six replacements.

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Charities’ triple tiara tie up of the support services we offer to carers and their families. The Annual Tiara Walk event has always attracted great support from the local community and we hope they will get behind us again this year to help us raise much needed funds to continue our services. So get your walking shoes on and come along and enjoy the fun" TIARA TIME: The annual 5k will take place on Friday 11th of March

ENABLE and Cornerstone will be joining Helensburgh and Lomond Carers this month for their glittering fundraising Tiara Walk.

The annual five kilometres night time walk in shiny tiaras and special tee shirts will take place 11th March 2016.

Anne Miller, Service Manager, Cornerstone tells us: “Being asked to join the Tiara Walk with Enable and Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO, it is an honour. We are delighted to be taking part and it is a fantastic

opportunity for us to raise awareness and funds for our service. We are looking forward to a fantastic night with everyone who’s taking part and those who will be cheering us on” Eileen McCrory, Manager, Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO adds: "Another fantastic opportunity to work with our local partners, to raise awareness

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Angela Pearson, Friendship Network Coordinator, ENABLE Scotland said:" This helps raise awareness of what Enable Branch do for people with learning disabilities in the community and allow a lot of the people we support with learning disabilities to be involved in giving something back to the community. Without these people there would be a lot of lonely and isolated people around. It is a great fun night so please sign up to either take part in the walk or help out on the night."

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Established in 1994, WCC West Coast Group Ltd currently employs 23 staff from its office and yard by Garelochhead Training Camp.

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“Over the past few years we have supplied barn-dried firewood to a growing number of private clients throughout Helensburgh, Rhu, Shandon, Rosneath, “For private clients we provide Cardross, Arrochar, etc. Last a wide range of services year saw firewood sales including patios, driveways, increase by an impressive 60% fencing, new lawns, pressure from the previous year!” cleaning, weed killing and “We now look forward to tree services.” supplying our wide range “We have our own resident of professional services to Arboriculturalist for carrying even more domestic and out all manner of Tree commercial clients over the Inspections, Tree Surveys and coming years.”

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The Creggans The Creggans is a traditional family friendly pub situated on the banks of the River Clyde, providing pizzas and nachos seven days a week.

The village is a mere 30 minutes’ drive from the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond and in plain view of the River Clyde, Cowal Peninsula and the Isle of Bute and Isle of Arran. We have live acts on most Saturday nights (and the occasional Sunday afternoon), from solo acts to five-piece rock bands, discos and karaoke - check out the website for what’s on.

At the bar we serve many popular drinks as well as an extensive range of malt whiskies, premium gins, draught beers, real ales and fine wines served by the glass or full bottle. We have also recently added Azzurro coffee

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The Scottish Government said the crackdown on “ wild camping” was needed due to littering and vandalism including fire-damage, the destruction of trees, as well as abandoned camping equipment blighting the area.

New byelaws will introduce four camping management zones in the park – West and North Loch Lomond, ­Trossachs West and North – with the legislation including the launch of a camping

permit system.

Antisocial campers could also be reported to the procurator-fiscal, with the seasonal byelaws due to come into effect next year. They will be active from 1 March to 30 September.

There will be 300 low-cost camping places introduced and a permit system in other areas to allow “informal” lochshore camping at “sustainable levels”.

However, outdoor campaigners

Jess Dolan, director of Ramblers Scotland, said: “This is a sad day for everyone who holds Scottish access rights dear. The national park itself has admitted that most of the antisocial problems arising from some camping activities are caused by a lack of infrastructure and enforcement of existing legislation.”

However, Linda McKay, convener of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority, said: “This is tremendously positive news for all those who, like us, want to protect and enhance some of Scotland’s most precious natural places.”

Supporting the new restrictions, environment minister Aileen McLeod said: “Abandoned campsites, discarded litter, destruction of plants and trees and the cumulative environmental damage caused by irresponsible campfires is not something that we can allow to happen.”

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CHAS trek in memory of Frank we then canoe to Tarbet (7 miles) to finally disembark and return to our bikes to cycle the remaining 19 miles back to CHAS. This is done in one day.

TREK TEAM: The team will be fundraising in Memory of Frank Leitch

Every year since 2006 members of the Police Scotland mountain rescue team have undertaken their own fundraising venture for CHAS in the memory of Frank Leitch.

An ex-police officer and mountain rescue team member, Frank, who was from Helensburgh and who served in Alexandria, passed away in 2006 at the Beatson unit less than two years after retiring from the police.

His colleague Dave Watson says: “In his memory, members of the mountain rescue team devised a fundraising venture we call The

Loch Lomond Challenge.

“This is a circumnavigation of the loch by cycling, running and canoeing. We start at CHAS (Children’s Hospice Association Scotland) , Balloch and cycle to Rowardennan (17 miles), where after a short break we run along the West Highland Way to Ardleish (13 miles), get taken across the loch to Ardlui where

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Donations can be made at Helensburgh and Dumbarton Police Offices but please make sure they are clearly marked for PC Dave Watson, L518, based at Alexandria and please leave a note to say who the donation is from. Also direct via . https:// www.justgiving.com/DaveWatson10 Dave adds if anyone would like any information on the Police Scotland Mountain Rescue Team please contact him via the police non-emergency number 101.

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“This year is the tenth year it has been running and it is on Sunday 24 April. I’d like to take this opportunity to appeal for anyone who would like to sponsor me and the team. As usual we provide our own logistical support which means all the cash we raise goes to CHAS.

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MARCH 2016 - Local News

Late News

Double deal for Golf clubs In what’s believed to be a Scottish first, Helensburgh Golf Club has teamed up with Buchanan Castle Golf Club to offer a unique double deal.

Members at Helensburgh can now enjoy free golf at Buchanan Castle - and vice versa.

Members will play their normal competitions at their home course but they can play the other course at no extra cost.

The respective captains, Ian Irving and Gordon Yule say the tie up offers two very different golfing experiences.

Helensburgh Golf Club is one of the best moorland courses anywhere in Scotland and Buchanan Castle Golf Club has a reputation as one of the best parkland courses. Members of both clubs can enjoy playing either course without restriction.

Martyn Lawrie, the Helensburgh Club Secretary, said: “ The main benefit to members will be the ability to play two different types of courses while still paying their normal Helensburgh subscription with no hidden costs.

CLUB CAPTAINS: Gordon Yule and Ian Irving welcome the deal providing members with new opportunities

“This offer also extends to nonplaying members who may wish to drop into either clubhouse looking for quality catering or bar facilities, should they be in the area.

Double Value!

“The reciprocal agreement is certainly the first of its kind in the West of Scotland; if not the whole of Scotland.”

Helensburgh’s Captain, Ian Irving says “As captain, I’m excited about the added benefits that this arrangement offers to our members, and demonstrates the forward thinking of both clubs. I hope that others will be encouraged to join our club.

They will be made most welcome."

For further details or to apply for Membership, please contact: Helensburgh Golf Club 01436 674173 Email: secretary@ helensburghgolfclub.co.uk www.helensburghgolfclub.co.uk

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Gordon Yule captain at Buchanan Castle adds: “ The clubs are already looking at an interclub competition early in the season and more sociable ventures such as a joint bus trip to the Open in July”

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Grants for What's Up Doc? Groups on offer with Dr Nick Dunn This month: ASTHMA ATTACKS

Groups and organisations in Cardross can apply for small grants to buy new equipment. They come via The Cardross Tenants and Residents Association.

The TRA tell us that the small grants are available for groups to help fund the purchase of goods but not for running costs.

Recently the Cardross TRA helped to purchase new nets for the Cardross Tennis Club and special weights for the nets costing just over £200. The Cardross Scouts got a new fire door funded by the TRA. Cardross Primary 7s recently entered a competition to create a logo for the TRA. The entries were hard to judge because they were all very good. The winners were in a group comprising Dylan Caldow, Irwin Conaghan, William

Mc Luskey and Lucus Dobbin.

They were presented with a £10 i-tunes Voucher each at their assembly by Cameron Grant and Bobby Beggs the Chairman and Secretary of the Residents Association.

Anyone interested in applying for a grant should contact Cameron Grant cameron_grant@sky.com or Bobby Beggs bbsom@live.co.uk

“Asthma attack” now describes a “flare-up” or “exacerbation” of asthma.

This is designed to promote early action. I initially worried about using this term, in case it would alarm patients. Most people traditionally imagine an “asthma attack” to be very severe, requiring hospital.

However I now see the sense in using the term more widely, as it may encourage people to seek help earlier and prevent them requiring emergency hospital care. Using the new definition, many asthma attacks will be managed by GPs or nurses, who can prescribe steroid tablets and review asthma treatment.

It affects the “tubes” in the lungs, causing temporary narrowing leading to cough, wheeze or breathlessness.

Good control of asthma reduces long-term damage and risk of attacks, mainly through daily use of preventer (usually brown) inhalers, keeping people well.

There are 390,000 people in Scotland affected by asthma.

Check out asthma.org.uk for more info.

Seeking help early is key. This may be as simple as contacting the surgery for a same day appointment. The earlier an asthma attack is recognised, the simpler the solution. Ideally you should not need to use your blue reliever more than twice a week, so if you are, find out from your Practice Nurse or GP how to get better control!

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A survey reported in the Daily Mail carried out among 1,000 newly married women revealed six in ten chose aspects of their big day just to make theirs better than their friends. And having great photos for social media also was listed as a big motivator, three in ten said how their

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One of the most important aspects of any wedding day is selecting the right reception venue. In Dumbarton & Vale of Leven we're spoiled for choice

Tellingly their undercover reporter was quoted £850 for a venue for a wedding having earlier been quoted just £200 for the same place for a reunion.

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to break the bank of venue, as the area offers a naturally stunning setting with incredible places to wed.

However, unlike buying a house it isn’t all location, location, location. Couples want impeccable service and attention to detail too. Because we are in an area famous for wedding venues, there are very experienced caterers and ancillary wedding services on hand. Crisp white table cloths, polished cutlery, beautifully decorated tables and, of course, extra sparkling glasses for that all-important

toast have been practised and perfected many times over.

Couples can relax when getting ready at home and are likely to have tried and trusted hair and beauty specialists close at hand to ensure they look their very best.

Not only that, mum and all the bridesmaids are often likely to be close by too.

If a winter wedding is planned, the opportunity for outdoor pictures is likely to be limited, so this may swing the decision towards a venue with a deluxe interior, including dramatic features such as a sweeping staircase, feature wall or elegant fireplace. These will provide a lovely backdrop for pictures.

In spring or summer, look for colourful gardens, waterfront view, an attractive gazebo and let the natural beauty of the great outdoors enhance your photograph.

Whatever your budget our advertisers represent the best of local services and can help you to a special day without breaking the bank.

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Legal Matters with Gill Bowman BA LLB

This month: REMINDER TO DOG OWNERS Under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 it is already a legal requirement for dogs defined as dangerous to be microchipped. However, new legislation being introduced requires that all dogs in Scotland, England and Wales will have to be microchipped as of 6th April 2016.

Your dog’s details will be registered on a database and it will be the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the details are up to date and accurate. This includes advising if your pet has passed away or been sold to a new keeper.

Going forward, all new puppies will be chipped at

the time of their second vaccinations. The idea behind this is to encourage responsible ownership, deter theft and improve control over breading.

Local authorities will have handheld scanners which can read the microchips instantly. This will mean all dogs should be traceable and able to be reunited with owners quickly.

In the event you do not microchip your dog, then a notice may be served on you requiring you to do so within 21 days. If you choose to ignore the notice then you will be fined up to £500 or an enforcer may seize the dog and microchip it at your expense.

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What's On...

YOUR DEFINITIVE EVENTS DIARY FOR the HELENSBURGH, LOMOND & SURROUNDING AREA.

Lively Lambies Ardardan Estate

More info on page 25

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folk duo Broom Bezzums Three Villages Hall

Helensburgh Oratorio Choir Helensburgh Parish Church

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David Baxendale: Altai Mountains of Mongolia Victoria Halls

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MARCH 2016 - What's On

Calendar of events Tuesday 1st Right Line Theatre Co.'s 'Rapid Departure’ Cove Burgh Hall 8pm, Comedy with audience participation as five characters struggle to keep their heads above water when the Emergency Plan fails! Tickets £10 from Cafe Kilcreggan, Kilcreggan Post Office or booked online www.coveburghhall. uk; £12 on the night; bar, raffle.

Helensburgh Art Club Helensburgh Sailing Club 7:30pm, Helensburgh Art Club will be having a joint meeting with the Photography Club. The subject is 'Light and Shade'. All members and new members welcome. More information available on the website www.helensburghartclub.co.uk Swimming Lessons Cameron House Hotel Swimming lessons available for all ages and abilities from the very beginner to the advanced, non-members welcome. For more information email scotland@ swimtime.org or call 0131 278 0444 (TUE 4-6pm, WED 4-6pm & SAT 8.30-11am)

Award-winning contemporary folk duo - Broom Bezzums Three Villages Hall, Arrochar 7pm, A multi-award-winning, powerful live acoustic duo comprising the talents and striking stage presence of Andrew Cadie and Mark Bloomer. Broom Bezzums, have been performing together for 10 years, are threetime winners of the German Rock and Pop Prize and regularly appear on both TV and national radio. Tickets £10/£8 concessions - available from Arrochar Post Office or Three Villages Hall.

01301 702669 or www.threevillages. org.uk Cove and Kilcreggan Youth Cafe 6:30-8:30pm. To keep up to date with the Cove and Kilcreggan Youth Cafe check Facebook page 'Cove and Kilcreggan Youth Cafe' (runs Monday-Friday) Helensburgh Rotary Club Royal Northern Yacht Club, Rhu 1pm, Weekly Lunch for members and rotarians from other clubs.

Contact the President, Lesley Kennedy, on 01436 677562 or email lesleyekennedy@googlemail.com (runs every Tuesday)

Approx 50 mins. from Helensbu rgh and Dumbarton

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The Steamship Sir Walter Scott

Home of is thefully Steamship Sir Walter Scott wheelchair friendly

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Helensburgh Photography Club Helensburgh Sailing Club 7:30pm, TUE 1: Submission of digitally enhanced images for club competition on 15 March; joint meeting with HAC / TUE 8: an interesting visit from awardwinning photographer and digital artist, Robin Johnston (www.robinjohnstonphotography.com) / TUE 15: Judging of the digitally enhanced competition / TUE 22: Talk from Keith Gooderham, a photographer specializing in food and drink / TUE 29: Macro photography - practical.

Helensburgh & District Probus Club Royal Northern Yacht Club 10-11:30am, Meet for coffee and a chat. Monthly lunches are held in the Ardencaple Hotel on the 3rd Thursday of the month and during the winter months there is a lecture programme with lectures taking place at the RN&CYC, on the 4th Thursday of the month at 2.30pm.

01436 678789. (meet every Tuesday) Helensburgh Amateur Swimming Club Helensburgh Swimming Pool Coaching programme for competitive swimmers, aged 6+.

Email enquiries@helensburghasc.co.uk (runs TUE 6-7:30pm, FRI 6-7:30pm & SUN 8:30-9:30am)

North Clyde Archaeological Society Braeholm, East Montrose Street, Helensburgh 7:30pm, Chris Dalgleish will speak on, 'We Are Shaped By Our History': the influence of the past on the landscapes of the Trossachs. Parking and light refreshments - all are welcome.

Helensburgh & District Chest, Heart & Stroke Club Vicotria Halls, Helensburgh 10am-12noon, WED 2: Coffee at Braeholm / WED 9: Quiz / WED 16: Angela’s Seated Aerobics / WED 23: Flower Arranging with Jeanette & Roni / WED 30: Hermitage Primary School Choir.

Enquiries to Jean 01436 674966.

Boys Brigade Meetings Helensburgh Parish Church Halls 6pm, Lots of fun and games and also learning crafts and other indoor and outdoor activities and learning new skills - when we are not out to interesting outings (fire station, bowling, gala, Dumbarton FC etc). For more information email iain@talmans1. wanadoo.co.uk or call 07810 801115.

Cardross Mother and Toddler Group Cardross Church Hall 10am-11:30am, Come join us for coffee and a chat while the wee ones play! For more information email cardrossmotherlandtoddlers@ gmail.com or call 07717 238979 (runs every Wednesday)

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ACHA Lomond Area Committee Lamont House 9-19 Stuckleckie Road Helensburgh 10am, This is an opportunity for you to observe the role of the Area Committee and how it conducts its business. ACHA staff will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have at the end of the meeting. wendy. nicholson@acha.co.uk or 01546 605920

Helensburgh & District Royal British Legion Scotland Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 7:30pm, For more information contact Irene 01436 679701. (runs 1st Friday of every month)

B.A.S.I.C and Corner House Crèche 13 East King Street, Helensburgh Junior choir sessions. 3.304.30pm, P1-P3 and 4.30-5.30pm - P4+. £2. All welcome.

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Country Dance Couples Class Hermitage Academy, Colgrain 8-10pm, A fun class for couples who want to explore the details of new dances along with the old favourites. www.helensburgh-rscds.org.uk (runs every Thursday)

Thursday 3rd The Tower March Programme The Tower, Sinclair Street THU 3: 7pm Hangman National Theatre / SAT 5: 5.55pm Lescaut The Met / WED 9: 7pm The Magic Flute ENO / SAT 12: 2.30pm Bad Apple Theatre Company perform 'The Daily Bread' / SUN 13: 3pm Spartacus / FRI 25: 7pm As You Like It National Theatre. Faslane Film every Wednesday and Friday 7pm alternative Sat 11am. TheTowerOnline.com

Scottish Country Dance Guide Hall, John St, Helensburgh 8-10pm, Beginners and Improvers Class run every week by Helen Rogers. Come and learn the basics and enjoy keeping fit to great Scottish dance music. For more information see the website or contact Helen on 07930 156225. (runs every Thursday) A Wish For The Heart Tour 2016 Victoria Halls, Sinclair St Helensburgh 7.30pm, Join Glasgow psychic medium Anne Smith, known as Angel Anne, for an evening of spiritual communication as she connects to your family in the spirit world. Tickets: 01436 673275 or www.angelannemedium.com

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Ladies Night Cardross Golf Club, Main Rd 6pm, Bring your mums, daughters & female friends. Stalls include fashion, beauty, jewellery, home gifts & more. Plus beauty demos & raffle. Entry £5 (U16 free). cardrosstennisclub@gmail.com or 07860 482299.

Saturday 5th Grey Matters Brownie Hall, John Street 10:30am, a great way to find out what’s going on locally and to meet new friends. Regular day trips and activities also organised.

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Calendar of events Saturday 5th Fund Raising Ceilidh Commodore Hotel 7:30pm, Fund raising ceilidh featuring Hell for Leather, Helensburgh Pipe Band and Margaret Rose Dancers.

Tickets £5 from Commodore or call 07710427535. Proceeds for Bicentenary Pipe Band Championship Sunday 19 June. campbell.crockett@live.co.uk or 07710427535.

Coffee Morning for Contraflow Youth Project Helensburgh Parish Church 10am-12noon, There will be crafts, jewellery, books and homebaking on sale. Please support the young people in their fundraiser for Soul Survivor. admin@contraflow.org.uk or 07506 863655.

NCT Nearly New Sale Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 9:30-11:00am, A great way to find top quality used baby/children's clothes, toys and equipment at bargain prices. Help recycle and save yourself money at the same time. lomond@nct.org.uk or Facebook/ NCTLomond or 07896 741214.

Sunday 6th Mothers Day Repay the hard work that your mother has put into raising you for one day by treating your dear mum like she should be all year round. Whatever you choose to do, remember to show your mum how much you love her on this day.

Sunset Goose Watch RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond 5:30-7:30pm, Join us on this sunset wildlife walk to experience the wonderful spectacle of geese coming in to roost. Booking essential. Cost £5 or £2.50 for children. For more information email loch.lomond@rspb.org.uk or call 01389 830670.

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Art Class Commodore Hotel, Helensburgh 2-4pm, Small art class for beginners. For more information call Hugh Scott 01436 675741 (Runs every Monday) Monday Bridge Club Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 1-4pm, No partners required.

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For more information call 01436 820777. (runs every Monday) Helensburgh Writers Workshop The Gathering Rooms, Helensburgh Parish Church 7:30pm, 'How did that end up there?' The theme of tonight's writing. Bring along your story for critique. For more information visit www.helensburghwriters.co.uk, email ann.stewart1@btinternet.com or call 01436 820094.

The Cove & Kilcreggan Literary Society Cove Burgh Hall 8pm, MON 7: Alan Blackwood, guide on Glasgow’s Tall Ship, The “Glenlee” will give an illustrated talk “The History of the Glenlee” / MON 14: The Society's Annual General Meeting, followed by a light hearted fun quiz. Non members welcome. (runs every Monday) Pilates Rhu Hall 9:15, Pilates for Beginners/ Improvers Monday 9.15-10.15am and Thursday 8-9pm. Mummy Pilates 10.30-11.30am. For more information visit www.pluspilates.net, email michelle@pluspilates.net or call 07725 329506.

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Helensburgh Flower Club Victoria Halls 2pm, Ada Paul will demonstrate 'Tapestry of Life', followed by refeshments. All welcome! 01436 673066 or helensburghflowerclub@ gmail.com.

Wednesday 9th Helensburgh & Gareloch Horticultural Society Victoria Hall, Helensburgh 7:30pm, Gavin McNaughton of Macplants from East Lothian who has exhibited at Gardening Scotland will be giving us a talk on Autumn colour. He will be bringing plants for sale. aballance@ btinternet.com or 01389 841 292.

Helensburgh and Dumbarton Amnesty International Cardross Inn 8pm, Local group meeting. All welcome. 01436 678490.

Thursday 10th Helensburgh Art Club Helensburgh Sailing Club 7:30pm, A picture appraisal of members' work will be given by Mary Duncan and Julia Gurney.

All welcome. helensburghartclub.co.uk Cove and Kilcreggan Film Society Cove Burgh Hall 7:30pm, Theeb (2014), Everyone welcome! Free popcorn, tuck shop available, or you’re welcome to bring your own, BYOB.

Friday 11th Tiara Walk Helensburgh Rugby Club 8pm, Charity Tiara walk in aid of Helensburgh & Lomond Carers, Enable & Cornerstone. Signing in starts at 6:30pm at Helensburgh Cricket & Rugby Club and a BBQ, Disco with DJ and Raffle will follow after the walk. shona@helensburgh-carer-support.org or 01436 673444.

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What's On - MARCH 2016 Saltire Society Talk: The Work of the Woodland Trust United Reformed Church Hall, West Princes Street 3:30pm, John Coleman will speak on the work of the Woodland Trust to protect and regenerate woodland areas in Scotland. e.mccartney@strath.ac.uk or 01436 673403

Saturday 12th Fairtrade Coffee Morning Helensburgh URC 10am-12:30pm, Fairtrade goods, baking and books on sale. All proceeds to Traidcraft Exchange. helensburgh24@gmail.com or 01436 672352

Helensburgh Writers Workshop Helensburgh Parish Church 7:30pm, Open night. Bring along your writing on any subject for critique. All welcome. For further information visit www. helensburghwriters.co.uk, email ann. stewart1@btinternet.com or call 01436 820094.

Millig (Helensburgh) SWRI Brownie Hall, John Street, Helensburgh 7:30pm, Millig (Helensburgh) Scottish Women's Rural are having a Cookery Demonstration

by Gary Alpin (Braeholm).

Competitons (optional) are Piece of Jewellery and/or a Pasta Salad.

07930 156225.

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Sunday 13th Helensburgh Music Society Concert Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 7:45pm, Helensburgh Music Society presents the Ferio Saxophone Quartet. Tickets available in advance from the Victoria Halls, Sinclair Street 01436 673275 or online at www. wegottickets.com

Monday 14th Scottish Women's Institute Cardross Cardross Parish Church, Station Road, Cardross 7:30pm, Cheese Tasting Evening with Sue from Ardardan.

Competitions: A Cocktail, Premature baby matinee jacket (given pattern). Visitors £6.00.

01389 841396.

Lively Lambies Ardardan Estate 10am, It's lambing time at Ardardan. Lambs are expected to arrive from mid March so pop in each weekend to visit the new borns and their mums and learn a bit about lambing. Farm team will be on hand to answer questions. sue@ardardan.co.uk or call 01389 849188.

(runs until 31st March)

Wednesday 16th

Action Day Hermitage Park 2-4pm, Working with Argyll & Bute staff helping to clear , tidy and improve Hermitage Park leading to major restoration due to start in the autumn.

Meet outside Memorial Garden.

All welcome, age is no barrier!

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Cardross Guild Annual Coffee Morning Church Halls, Station Road, Cardross 10am-12noon, A variety of stalls and a raffle. Admission including home-baking and coffee/tea is £2.00 Come along and enjoy your coffee and a chat.

Cove Burgh Hall's Quiz Night Cove Burgh Hall Admission £3 per person, teams of 6. Raffle; BYOB and snacks

Kneehigh Concert The Tower, Sinclair Street 10:30am, Live classical music for adults and young children to enjoy together. Pippa ReidFoster will perform a folk song inspired programme on the clarsach for babies, toddlers and grown ups. Tickets available on the door or from the Tower website www.helensburghboxoffice. com. Further details on facebook. com/kneehighconcerts or email kneehighconcerts@gmail.com

Sunday 20th Holy Week/Easter at St Michael’s St Michael And All Angels Scottish Episcopal Church William Street, Helensburgh SUN 20: Palm Sunday, Usual services at 8am, 9.30am, 10.30am and 6.30pm / THU 24: Maundy Thursday, 7.30pm Ecumenical Service at St Andrew's Kirk, Cardross / FRI 25: Good Friday, 11am Ecumenical Walk of Witness starting outside St Joseph’s, 2pm Good Friday Liturgy in church / SAT 26: Holy Saturday, 11pm Contraflow Young People's Vigil in church / SUN 27: Easter Day, Usual services at 8am, 9.30am, 10.30am and 6.30pm. Everyone welcome. For other service times see www.stmichaelhelensburgh.org.uk or call 01436 672 500.

Saturday 19th Spring Coffee Afternoon & Sale Cove Burgh Hall 2-4pm, Stalls, jewellery, baking and refreshments. All proceeds to street pastors. Run by Craigrownie Guild. For more information call 01389 842165.

RSPB Local Group Indoor Meeting The Guide Hall, John Street 7:30pm, Corncrakes. A talk

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Thursday 17th Luss SWI Luss Village Hall 7:30pm, Cookery Demonstration and Tasting Evening with Christine Kyle. For more information email anne@farmstaylochlomond.co.uk or 01389 850231

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Calendar of events Sunday 20th RSPB Local Group Outing Outside Helensburgh Swimming Pool 9am, An outing to the Cowal & Dunoon to look for waders & early migrants. Dress for the outdoors & bring a packed lunch & hot drink. For more information email johnclark@jcmc. demon.co.uk or call 01436 821178.

Helensburgh Oratorio Choir Helensburgh Parish Church, Colquhoun Square 7:30pm, Helensburgh Oratorio Choir’s next concert will be a performance of Bach’s St Matthew Passion. Tickets £14, students/children £7, are available from choir members, the church office or the Scandinavian Shop.

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Easter Egg Hunt Rhu & Shandon Community Centre, Hall Road, Rhu 2-4pm, £1 for map. (Free to Friends of Rhu Hall). Easter Bonnet Parade and craft competitions. Bring your own picnic. Refreshments on sale.

Monday 21st Helensburgh Writers Workshop The Gathering Rooms, Helensburgh Parish Church 7:30pm, Tonight the members will be taking a longer manuscript and editing it to 1000 words. New members and visitors welcome.

For details www.helensburghwriters. co.uk, ann.stewart1@btinternet.com or 01436 820094

Thursday 24th Helensburgh and District Beekeepers Association Rhu Parish Church Hall, Church Place, Rhu 7:15pm, Monthly members meeting, 'Heavenly hive products'. All welcome. secretary@ helensburghbees.com or 01301 702295.

Helensburgh Art Club Helensburgh Sailing Club 7:30pm, A DVD about the late George Wylie, MBE, Glasgowborn sculptor, will be introduced by club member, Berit Vogt. All members and new members welcome. helensburghartclub.co.uk

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Ceilidh Dance Commodore Hotel, Helensburgh 8pm-Midnight, Featuring Lomond Ceilidh Band. £8 (under 16 - £4) profits to local charities. Tickets from Ronnie on 01389 756996 or email ra.r@blueyonder.co.uk

Helensburgh Writers Helensburgh Parish Church 7:30pm, Writers Workshop. www. helensburghwriters.co.uk, ann.stewart1@ btinternet.com or 01436 820094.

Easter Egg Hunt Hill House, Helensburgh 11.30am-4.30pm, Join us for our Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt!

See nts.org.uk for details. (runs until Monday 28th)

Helensburgh Heritage Trust Helensburgh Lawn Tennis Club 7:30pm, Were Boutcher's Banks the first attempt at a plan for Helensburgh and, if so, does anything remain of them? nobleg84@btinternet.com or 01436 675484.

Easter Fun Ardardan Walled Garden Enjoy our Easter Hunt through the woods and face painting over Easter Weekend. Look out for Easter Children's Craft Sessions. hello@ardardan.co.uk or 01389 849188.

Saturday 26th Messy Church United Reformed Church, West Princes St, Helensburgh 10:30-12:30pm, Craft & stories for children 0-11yrs, parents & carers.

Easter theme. 01436 679565 or reclyffe_lambert@yahoo.co.uk.

Car Boot Sale Overspill Carpark, Lomond Shores 10am-1:30pm, Boots £10 each.

01436 671699. (runs last Saturday of month)

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Thursday 31st David Baxendale Talk Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 7:30pm, David Baxendale travelled to the Altai Mountains in Western Mongolia to photograph the daily lives of the nomadic groups. enquiries@rsgs.org or 01738455050.

Fun First Easter Party Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 10-11:30am, Join us for our Easter Party! mail@funfirst.org.uk Helensburgh Community Council Monthly Meeting Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 7pm, All welcome to attend. www.helensburghcommunitycouncil.co.uk

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TOP PIPING: This year a Ceilidh will be held celebrating their 15th anniversary

The Bicentenary Pipe Band Championships will celebrate their 15th anniversary this year starting with a fundraising ceilidh.

Organising the Championships for Sunday 19 June began in 2015, and once again over 500 pipers and drummers competing in grades from Novice to Grade 2 will be on show at Hermitage Park Meanwhile in Victoria Halls highland dancers will compete from primary to adult. There will be an Opening Parade led

by the chieftain and local pipe band leaving the Town Clock at 12 noon plus a closing parade of winning pipe bands and highland dancers with their trophies.

Highland Dancing entry forms and Stall Holders Application forms can be found on their website www.bicentenarypipeband-championships.co.uk.

Chairperson Colina Helen

Special attraction at the 2016 BPC for the second year running will be a performance by Inveraray and District Grade 1 Pipe Band, currently one of the top three Grade 1 Pipe Bands in the World, who in the past competed in Novice up to Grade 2 at the Bicentenary Pipe Band Championships, winning 1st prize in every grade.

Diary date: The ceilidh will be held in the Commodore on Saturday 5 March 2016 to help raise funds for this very popular event. Doors open at 7pm, tickets are £5 available from the Commodore or CH Campbell on 07710427535 and the acts include Helensburgh Clan Colquhoun Pipe Band, Margaret Rose School highland dancers and local Folk/Ceilidh/Rock Band Hell for Leather.

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The proposed format is that matches will take place between 8pm-10pm for 7-a side teams with

a maximum of 10 named players in squads for each match. Teams will play 8-9pm one week and 9-10pm the following week.

Registration for the tournament is £25 and now open, places have already been taken.

Please register your team as soon as possible by contacting Kenny Russell (details below) or by sending an email via the Helensburgh FC website or through Facebook”

Games will be 25 minutes each way, played to a klaxon – no injury time. Winners of League Cup will receive £200, runners up £75. Winners of Plate will receive £75, runners up £40.

This will be the 3rd anniversary of the tournament. Last year's winners and current champions were Messiness. They beat Fusebox FC, in the final “not a bad achievement, “says David “ as we are the oldest team in The cost is £30 per week during league games. All the fixtures and the competition by quite a few results plus other news will be on years!” www.helensburghfc.co.uk Contact info: Kenny Russell 07865074656 & Email: kennyruss@ Fusebox’s David Boxall says: “

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Local News - MARCH 2016

Bach treat for Choir fans events were vividly portrayed in sublime music.”

There’s a musical treat in store for fans of Helensburgh Oratorio Choir. This month they are performing Bach’s St Matthew Passion.

When it was first staged in 1727 it had a huge impact on the audience. Choir Chairman Alicia Tindal tells us: “For Bach, this was no mere story but a central part of his strong Christian belief. The setting of the passion story found in Matthew’s Gospel inspired him to compose arguably his most important religious work.

“With two orchestras, a double

choir, a gallery choir and soloists the congregation in the church on Good Friday, 1727 must have been astonished as the passion

While no such astonishment exists today, Bach’s setting of the St Matthew Passion is a wellloved highlight of the choral repertoire. The Helensburgh Oratorio Choir, with professional instrumentalists and soloists, and pupils from local primary schools as the gallery choir, will be performing this marvellous work, albeit in a slightly abridged form, on Sunday March 20th at 7:30 pm in Helensburgh Parish Church. Tickets £14, students/ children £7, are available from choir members, the church office or the Scandinavian Shop. www.hoc.uk.net.

SPONSERED BUNGEE jump FOR SSPCA 16 year-old Hermitage Academy pupil Louise Davis hopes to raise £150 for the SSPCA with bungee jump.

The bungee jump is off the Titan Crane in Clydebank on Saturday 7th May. Louise has in the past also done fundraising events for Milton Animal Home by collecting donations of food, blankets and toys.

her own pocket She wanted to do that wee bit for charity and always opted for the animals. The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals relies solely on donations so she thinks it is a worthy cause. We have set up a just giving page to make donation easier.” www.justgiving.com/LOULOUDAVIS/

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Help for those who may have a problem with alcohol. There’s a meeting near you. Call the national helpline 0800 917 7650

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Understanding, strength and hope for anyone whose life is or has been affected by someone else’s drinking. Local meetings available. 24hr helpline: 020 7403 0888

Argyll & Bute Care and Repair

Help for senior citizens who struggle to maintain their property or would like help with adapting their house for their needs 01436 678958

Argyll & Bute Women’s Aid

A free and confidential service of support and counselling for women and children who have been affected by domestic abuse, rape, sexual assault or child abuse. Tel: 01436 677434

Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO

Info, advice and support for those looking after family members or friends. 17e East King St. Tue-Fri, 10am-3pm. Call Janey or Christine on 01436 673444

Helensburgh & Lomond Young Carers Initiative

Info, advice and support for young people aged 5-24 yrs who have a caring responsibility. Call Dan or Pam on 01436 670555

Dementia Resource Centre

Information, advice and support for anyone who has been affected by dementia. Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday’s from 10am-2pm.16 East Clyde, Helensburgh. Tel: 01436 678050

Helensburgh Addiction Rehabilitation Team (HART)

Help and support for alcohol & drug users. For more information call 01436 674653

Helensburgh & District Chest, Heart & Stroke Club Wednesdays 10am–12 noon, Victoria Halls, Helensburgh. Jean 01436 674966 for more info

Lomond Sands

Receive support from other parents who have also experienced the loss of a baby. Meet last Wednesday of every month, Garden Tea Room, Vale of Leven Hospital, 7pm. For more details 07903 090 707

Lunch Club

For senior citizens, weekdays in the United Reformed Church 10.30am. 01436 820484

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For women who think that they maybe suffering from post-natal depression. For meeting times or just a chat please call Sarah on 01436 820827

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Trained NCT Breastfeeding Counsellor to offer support and information. Call Sally on 01436 670455.

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Support for expecting parents, new parents and parents of young children. Call Sally 01436 673942 .

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18+? Trapped in Addiction? Friends/family welcome. Meet Wed, 8.30-10pm at Williamson Dr., Helensburgh. Call Jan McKerrow 07818278221 or email janmckerow@hotmail.com

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MARCH 2016 - Nightlife

Want a wide range of entertainment to suit your mood and taste? Look no further than the Community Advertiser’s guide. Whether testing the old grey matter at a quiz, tickling your tonsils at karaoke or hitting the dance floor, we have the list to inspire you.

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QUALITY KITCHEN FACELIFTS

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Gibson Hall Community Centre Garelochhead, 01436 810 403 l Contact bar for entertainment details

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Ashton

Turnpike Rd, 01301 702 347 l Contact bar for entertainment details

The Village Inn Loch Long, Shore Road, 01301 702279 l Contact bar for entertainment details

Cardross

74 West Princes St, 01436 675900 l Live bands throughout the month l Live sport l Contact for further details

Clyde Bar

62 West Clyde St, 01436 673257 l TUE: Poker Night l FRI & SAT: DJ from 11pm-2am l Lookout for live bands & Open Mic Nights

The Coach House Inn

Main Rd, 01389 841358 l THU: Quiz Night l SAT: Live Music l Fresh food served daily until 9pm l Live sports on big screen TVs l Available for Private dining

Commodore Hotel 112 West Clyde St, 01436 676924 l WED & SUN: Movie Night from 7pm l SUN 6: Mothers Day Special

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The Henry Bell

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19/29 James St, 01436 863060 l Contact for entertainment details

The Inn on Loch Lomond

Riverhill Courtyard Bar and Restaurant

26 West Princess Street, 01436 676730 l Contact for entertainment details

The Riverbank Bar & Restaurant 41 West Clyde St 01436 674252 l SUN-WED: Pizza Night l WED: Prize Quiz Night with Adam lTHU: Steak Night l FRI & SAT: Live DJs playing requests l Food served daily, 12-9pm

Luss, 01436 860430 l FRI 4: Robert Carmichael l SAT 5: On the Wagon l FRI 11: Damien Swail l SAT 12: Joe Quinn l FRI 18: On the Wagon l SAT 19: Robert Carmichael l FRI 25: Hell for Leather l SAT 26: On the Wagon

8 West Clyde St, 01436 675033 l THU: Bingo Night l SAT: Karaoke l Glasgow Warriors Games Live l Free Music All Day l All Live Premiership & SPL Games l Sky Sports & BT Sports

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49 Gareloch Rd, 01436 821 048 l Contact for entertainment details

The Rosslea

Ferry Rd, 01436 439955 l Contact for entertainment details

Station Bar

Rosneath

24 East Princes St, 01436 673273 l Live Sky Sports and ESPN l Pool & Darts Competitions

Castle Isle

Rosneath Castle Park, 01436 831 333 l Contact for entertainment details

Kilcreggan The Creggans

Princes Terrace, Shore Road, 01436 842700 l SAT 5: 3's a Crowd l SAT 12: Karaoke l SAT 19: Open Mic l SAT 26: Disco with Adam

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MARCH 2016 - Local Business

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Business sparks: JAYNE MIDDLETON Empathy can change lives Helensburgh woman, Jayne Middleton, is launching an approach to personal growth called empathic coaching, and it begins with a phone call.

She is the only practitioner in Scotland and describes the technique as one which: “Brings about change by transforming old patterns, enabling you to re-discover life with clarity, more energy and a sense of purpose.”

Jayne says:” In an initial one hour phone conversation I will hear what it is you want by asking some key questions which will gently guide you to a deeper understanding of yourself.

Together we will reveal the parts of you that are holding you back from living in a way you would like and by giving empathy to those parts a new energy is launched.

She adds that the technique is not a magic wand because change takes time. There is significant

change in one hour and suggests four to eight sessions for longer term change.

Empathic coaching can help to heal the oldest most stuck patterns.

Jayne studied empathic coaching with Francois Beausoleil (francois beausoleil.com) who co-created the process. She says as a result, the last time she had as much energy was when she was a child. “I am more balanced and generally satisfied with the choices I make.”

“Empathic coaching is for everyone,” she says: “ It has the benefit of relaxing the nervous system and living with more clarity. The more relaxed we are the more effective we are. It's the opposite to what most

people believe.”

Jayne says that she is particularly interested in working with health and social care professionals, people experiencing executive stress, artists who want to get their best work into the world and anyone who is doing work in the field of social change.

She adds; “This work has a ripple effect. If I'm well then I want to contribute to the well-being of others. (Thriving individuals=thriving community's) “People say they discover deep satisfaction through the process, often describing a sense of magic, coming home, absolute focus, sense of purpose, wakening up and connection to meaning among other benefits. “ jaynemiddletoncoaching.com

COMING UP AT BEACON ARTS CENTRE comedy

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One Man Shoe Thu 7 April | 2:30pm | From £6

A bumbling school caretaker is given the chance to fulfil his lifelong ambition to become a star!

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To advertise, call Sue or Debbie now on 01436 672424

Local News - MARCH 2016

cash for shop makeovers

Councillors have urged traders to take up the offer to improve the shopping experience in the town and attract in more customers.

so far more than ÂŁ75,000 has been earmarked to upgrade the frontage of 20 businesses in Helensburgh town centre.

Through Argyll and Bute Council’s agreement with Drum Development, the developers of the Waitrose site, £140,000 was made available for shopfront enhancements.

The second phase will open from March 1 to June 30 with applications to be determined in the autumn.

to apply: ‘’The initiative has worked really well so far, with 12 businesses in the town centre completing work to their shopfronts, and looking much the better for it, and another four jobs on site, with the remaining four due to start soon ‘’The money is there to give businesses a little extra help towards improving the character and appearance of their buildings and, ultimately, drawing more customers through the door. It is amazing the difference some professional work can make. ‘’We are here to administer the grants; ultimately it is for business owners themselves to get quotes and to commission the work and we will provide the funds once all the necessary paperwork is completed and statutory permissions granted. “Of course our regeneration team will be on hand to provide advice and will be making every effort to streamline the grant process and make it as user-friendly as possible.’’

The council’s policy lead for infrastructure, Ellen Morton, is calling on local businesses

For further information email Please call 01436 676627 or GZC-892-84752-Milngavie-95x113-95x68-12feb16.pdf 1 04/02/2016 leanne.stewart@argyll-bute.gov. email joan@joanscarers.co.uk uk or call 01546 604382.

SHOP MAKEOVERS: Waitrose are offering shopkeepers funds to upgrade shopfronts

A second chance of cash for shopkeepers and business owners to tidy up tatty shopfronts has been announced by the Waitrose developers.

The scheme opened in 2014 and

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A local charity is looking for volunteer befrienders - someone who spends a couple of hours enjoying the company of someone who is being cared for.

Helensburgh and Lomond Carers say that volunteering is a very positive experience for those involved, and befriending is no exception.

Chatting to someone who is being looked after by a family member, a friend or a neighbour means that whilst the befriender is there, the carer can enjoy a well-deserved spell of ‘me time’, possibly meeting a friend for lunch, catching up on previously enjoyed pastimes or simply

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staying in and enjoying the company.

Befriending can include an expenses paid outing to a local café for lunch or a drive in the country thanks to funding from charity supporters J & JR Wilson who have recently awarded £1000 towards these costs.

Carers Manager Eileen McCrory says: “ Examples of feedback from our befrienders are: ‘I have found befriending to be a wonderful and tremendously rewarding

experience and an opportunity to meet wonderful people who you might not otherwise encounter.’

And: ‘It is very rewarding for the befriender when you visit someone and have a laugh with them. This is especially true if the befriendee has difficulty in leaving the house. It is always very satisfying when the primary carer has the confidence to leave you with their loved one and have a break and some personal time.

Also: ‘ My current befriendee introduces me as a friend which is always nice to hear. The befriender may well get more out of the relationship than the befriended person.’

Eileen adds: “ All three parties, the carer, the person being cared for and the befriender, benefit from the difference effective befriending makes. Would you like to be the person to help make that difference? If so please contact: John Izatt Helensburgh and Lomond Carers SCIO Lomond House, Lomond Street Helensburgh G84 7QU Tel: 01436 673444 or email: John@ helensburgh-carer-support.org

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