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Christmas Day Heroes .......................... 3 Loch Long Hosts New Race .................. 4 Camera Club in Focus ........................... 5 Abbamania Sweeps Town ................... 5 Writers’ Invite to Finale ........................ 6 Make a Festive Wreath ........................ 7 Call Out for Memorial Info .................. 7 Julie’s Social Care Award ...................... 8 Church Hosts Tree Festival ................ 10 Choirs in Tune for Yuletide ................10 Last Posting Dates .............................. 11 New Chat Group for Men ................ 12 Late News ........................................... 12 Arthritis Group for All ....................... 14 What’s Up Doc ................................... 14 Encouraged to Walk to School ........ 17 Support Groups ................................. 17 Christmas All Wrapped Up ....... 18&19 New Date for Film Show .................. 20 Legal Matters ..................................... 20 What’s On Calendar ................ 21-26 Join Drop and Swap .......................... 27 Tunnock’s Sea Break .......................... 27 Call for Art Hub Volunteers .............. 28 Nightlife .............................................. 30 Step Back this Christmas ................... 31 Dora Pens Ode to Café Luke ............ 31 Books by Two Local Authors ............ 32 Fun Times at Winter Festival ............ 33 Voted Best Bathroom Company ...... 33 Dancing for Festival Funds ............... 34 Book in for Health Festival ............... 34 Advertisers' Index .............................. 34 direct to doors 12,300 Delivered businesses, 700 towaiting rooms etc.

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Local News | December 2019

CHRISTMAS DAY HEROES While most of us tuck into festive food and drink, swap gifts with loved ones and try to avoid Brussel sprouts, others will be working.

Step forward our Christmas Day heroes, for whom the big day is just business as usual.

RNLI Crew Based at Helensburgh Lifeboat Station, Coxswain Robin Lane is the most senior crew member of the local Atlantic 85 class lifeboat.

He has been part of the team for 28 years.

Robin, 49, has been on call on many Christmas Days, so his wife Liz and their six sons know what to expect. He says: “They’re used to the pager going off and often at the most inopportune moments.

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The week after Christmas to New Year’s Day is often a bit busier.

Missing out on a Christmas dinner pales into insignificance against saving someone’s life.”

District Nurse As part of the Helensburgh and Lomond District Nursing Team, covering from Cardross to Arrochar and Ardlui, Alison Dunion is no stranger to a Christmas shift.

She has been nursing for 35 years, 12 of those in the community, and she’s worked several in the past.

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A new multi-discipline sporting challenge has been announced for a local loch – and ties in with the Year of Coasts and Waters 2020.

The Loch Long Adventure Challenge invites 60 teams of two to compete in an event that includes a 3.5k kayaking section, followed by a 24k off-road cycle and a 5k run.

Loch Long Events, which was set up by the charity the Loch Long Jetty Association, also organises the popular Arrochar 10k each September. Now they plan to add the Adventure Challenge on Saturday May 2, 2020, to their race programme.

Next year has also been designated Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters with a programme of activity designed to inspire people to experience rivers, lochs and the sea.

Dawn Gourlay, secretary of the Loch Long Jetty Association, said: “As part of the bid to raise funds to install a new floating pontoon in Arrochar, which we have now done, we also pledged to organise a water-based event. I thought it would be good to have a triathlon type event, although instead of a swim section there will be a kayak on the loch.

“I thought it would appeal to people who are keen to take part in events that are a bit quirky and where better to do a race than on Loch Long. It is such a beautiful location.”

The challenge base will be at Arrochar and competitors will paddle double sit-on kayaks, before heading on to local forest trails for the bike section and then the run. The first wave will start at 10.30am and the second at 12.30pm. There will be two age groups, juniors aged 17 to 19, and adults.

There is an early bird entry fee of £106 per team of two (£100 if either or both of the team are members of Triathlon Scotland) until the end of January 2020.

There will be a post-race ceilidh.

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Local News | December 2019

CAMERA CLUB IN FOCUS A group of photography enthusiasts will be holding an informal exhibition evening this month.

The Three Villages Camera Club will meet at the Three Villages Hall in Arrochar on Thursday December 5 from 7.30pm to 9pm.

The photos will include those selected by members, plus everyone will be treated to festive refreshments.

The club meets monthly throughout the year and members have a wide variety of photographic interests and technical knowledge.

The cost of the December exhibition evening is £2 for nonmembers and free for members.

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ABBAMANIA SWEEPS TOWN Dust off your dancing shoes and dig out your flares as Abbamania comes to the Victoria Halls for their 2019 Christmas Party.

Europe’s leading Abba tribute act will perform in Helensburgh on December 13 playing all your favourite Abba hits, including Waterloo, Voulez Vous and The Winner Takes It All. The group has been selling out venues since 1999 and it brings an accurate and authentic representation of what it would have been like to see Agnetha, Bjorn, Benny and Anni-Frid in action in the 1970s with their high-quality production and vocals.

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“Tickets are selling fast for what should be a great night of family entertainment. Everyone knows the words to so many Abba songs so it should be a good singalong.”

Tickets for the 7.30pm show are available from the Victoria Halls, Helensburgh, for £25 plus £1 booking fee. Contact 01436 673275 or buy online at ents24.com.

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WRITERS’ INVITE TO FINALE Now a “grand finale” will take place on December 11, from 7pm to 9pm, also at Helensburgh Library.

Mary Irvine, from the writers’ group, said: “All the events in the series of talks were well attended and there have been requests for more.

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A group of writers is keen to welcome local residents to attend an evening of Christmasthemed entertainment this month.

The event is hosted by the Mackintosh Group of Vale and Helensburgh Writers and comes at the end of a popular series of monthly gatherings in partnership with Helensburgh Library.

Each month, “An Evening With…” showcased a different

author, who was invited to talk about their work. The monthly series included Pat McIntosh, who revealed the background of her Gil Cunningham medieval mystery series; Graham Morgan on his autobiography, Start’; and a poetry performance by Gracey Flair, among others.

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“We hope that people will also attend the grand finale this month when the Mackintosh Writers will entertain with their own writings, including some with a Christmas theme. We expect it to be a very eclectic mix.”

The grand finale will hear from writers Robin Lloyd-Jones, Catriona Malan and Gordon Burgess from Helensburgh; Evelyn Lawrie and Mary Irvine from Alexandria; and Ann MacKinnon, from Balloch.

There is no charge for the event and everyone is welcome. There will be a half-time break for wine and homemade mince pies.

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Local News | December 2019

CALL OUT FOR MEMORIAL INFO MAKE A FESTIVE WREATH A free artist-led wreath-making workshop takes place this month.

The event is hosted by Glasgowbased Lauren Gault at Cove Park, Helensburgh, on Saturday December 7, from 10am to noon.

Participants will learn about the tradition of Christmas wreaths, before making wreath sculptures from a range of found or recycled items.

The workshop is open to family groups and is an opportunity to make something together.

One adult can bring up to three children unless otherwise arranged and places should be registered for each individual attending.

If there is high demand for this workshop, a second will take place from 2pm to 4pm.

See covepark.org/eventbriteevent/festive-studios-7thdecember-families.

A heritage initiative is keen to hear from local families who have an ancestor named on Helensburgh War Memorial.

As part of Hermitage Park restoration, the Helensburgh War Memorial Families Project is seeking information about military men and woman who died in the Great War. Ann Stewart, a spokesperson for the project, says: “We are hoping to connect with living descendants so that we can compile a book and website to remember the lives of the people lost in the war between 1914 and 1918.�

The project is calling for people to search their homes for relevant items, photographs, documents, letters

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A Helensburgh health carer was surprised but delighted to win an accolade as Social Care Worker of the Year 2019.

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She said: “I did not know that I was nominated until I received an email telling me that I had been shortlisted. I thought that I had

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“My mum and partner were at the awards ceremony and they had their cameras ready for the announcement just in case. I was really happy and overwhelmed in equal measures.”

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Julie said: “There is such a diverse range of activities on offer, all with the aim of supporting

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Local Business | December 2019

ONLY GARY MULVANEY CAN BEAT THE SNP IN ARGYLL & BUTE SNP 36% CON 33.2%

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More than 40 trees will be decorated by groups, schools and organisations as part of a traditional Christmas Tree Festival.

A Seasonal Musical Interlude of concerts and recitals by schools, musical groups and individuals will be played throughout the festival, from December 10 to 15 at Helensburgh United Reformed Church.

There will also be a Prayer Tree and a community gift service will take place on the Sunday at 4pm.

The church will be open Monday to Friday, 10am to 8pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Entry is free and all donations will be shared between two charities, Sense Scotland and Bahamas Hurricane Appeal.

CHOIRS IN TUNE Local people will be spoilt for choice throughout this month with a selection of choral and musical events to attend.

Kicking off December is Glasgow’s Phoenix Choir – one of Scotland’s best-known and foremost ensembles – with a concert as part of Helensburgh’s Winter Festival.

A Christmas Celebration – A Feast of Seasonal Music will be held at the town’s parish church on Sunday December 1, with doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.

The Phoenix Choir’s musical director is Cameron Murdoch, of Kilcreggan, who will be conductor on the evening.

Tickets are £10 and are available from the church office or Ruth

Chappell on 07801536530. All proceeds go to Sovereign Order Knights of St John Hospitaller charity.

On Friday December 6, at 7.30pm, Helensburgh Dorian Choir presents a Choral Christmas Fayre at the United Reformed Church.

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Finally, Helensburgh’s Oratorio Choir will perform seasonal favourite Handel’s Messiah in Helensburgh Parish Church on Sunday December 15.

A week later, The Peninsula Choir will perform in Christmas with Strings at Taking place by The Peninsula Choir’s Craigrownie Parish candlelight, the festive Stephen Adam in full Church on Friday flow as choirmaster mood will be further December 13 at 8pm. enhanced by soloists The event features both Sarah Power (soprano), Katie the choir and an ensemble of 10 Grosset (alto), David Lynn (tenor) string players performing Christmas and bass Phil Gault with orchestra songs and carols, supported by leader Justine Watt and conducted choirmaster Stephen Adam. by the choir’s musical director Under-16s are free Susannah Wapshott. and all others Tickets for the festive event are available from choir members, The Scandinavian Shop, hocchoirsec@ gmail.com and the church office.

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NEW CHAT GROUP FOR MEN A men-only mental health talk group will launch this month at Drumfork Community Centre in Helensburgh.

The first meeting of Males Tales will be on Monday November 4, from 6.30pm to 8pm, and will continue on the first and third Monday of each month.

John Lewis, of Helensburgh, is the founder of the group. He says: “The aim is to provide a safe environment for men to talk to each other without any pressure or judgment. There will be no fee and no need to register your name.”

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The statistics on mental health in the UK are stark. It is estimated that more than one in three people are affected by a mental health problem each year.

Tragically, suicide is also the biggest killer of men under the age of 45.

John adds: “I feel that it’s important to have somewhere that men can come and feel safe to speak their mind to other men and not be judged. There are no set topics and it’s simply a place to chat openly about whatever it is they want to talk about.

“In fact, if men want to come along and simply listen and say nothing then that is fine, too.”

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Versus Arthritis (Helensburgh), which was formerly called Arthritis Care Helensburgh, meets at the Helensburgh Golf Club on the third Thursday of each month from 7pm to 9pm.

The meet-ups provide a fun, relaxed and welcoming environment for people in a similar situation, allowing members to share their everyday experiences so they do not feel alone.

The programme of events is varied and includes discussions about arthritis topics, entertainment nights, speakers, buffet evenings and coach outings.

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The condition causes pain and inflammation in joints.

The Helensburgh group is part of Scotland Versus Arthritis, which is based in Glasgow. The charity, Versus Arthritis, was formed in 2018 following a merger of Arthritis Care and Arthritis Research UK. It is now the UK's largest charity dedicated to supporting people with arthritis.

If anyone is interested in attending the Helensburgh group, it is recommended they get in touch with the chairman Ron Wilson on 01436 675546 in the first instance. See www. arthritiscare.org.uk.

HAVE YOURSELF A VERY HEALTHY CHRISTMAS…?

This festive season many people will gain weight, tipping themselves over into obesity, joining the 26% of the UK population who are already obese. The tradition of excess food and drink, which specialises in high fat and sugar foods (think mince pies and chocolates!), at Christmas unfortunately has health costs.

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

PUPILS ENCOURAGED TO WALK TO SCHOOL In support of International Walk to School month, Taylor Wimpey donated high visibility snap bands to Primary One pupils at Colgrain Primary and Hermitage Primary in Helensburgh.

The annual October initiative, organised by UK charity Living Streets, aims to encourage families to leave the car at home and walk to school safely.

According to research by Living Streets, less than half of all school children are currently walking to school, a drop from 70% a generation ago. The research also found that children who exercise before school arrive refreshed and ready to learn and Linda Candlish, deputy headteacher at Colgrain Primary, agrees: “It’s really important to us that our pupils are happy and engaged when they arrive at school and walking is a great way for them to start the day.

We want to encourage children and their parents to walk to school and the high visibility snap bands

donated by Taylor Wimpey will help our Primary Ones to do this more safely.”

Mrs McMurdo, deputy headteacher at Hermitage Primary adds: “As well as promoting a healthy lifestyle to students, walking to school is also a huge help in reducing the volume of traffic outside school, thereby making the area safer for all. I would like to say a big thank you to Taylor Wimpey for this donation and for their help in raising awareness of Walk to School Month among our Primary one pupils and their parents.”

Kirsty McGill, Head of Sales for Taylor Wimpey West Scotland, says: “International Walk to School Month is a fantastic initiative and we are proud to have supported it again this year. We hope that our

donation of snap bands to Colgrain and Hermitage Primary Schools will help to encourage children to lead a healthy lifestyle, while staying safe on their walk to school.”

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For more information about International Walk to School month and the work of Living Streets, visit www.livingstreets. org.uk. Further information about Taylor Wimpey, including new homes developments in Helensburgh, can be found online at www.taylorwimpey.co.uk.

Al-Anon Family Groups 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 672 129

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

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Dementia Resource Centre Information, advice and support for anyone who has been affected by dementia. Open Monday to Friday 10am–4pm. 23-25 West Princes Street, Helensburgh.

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A film society has changed the date of this month’s screening because it now clashes with the country’s snap general election.

Cove and Kilcreggan Film Society’s film, the BAFTA Scotland award-winning Wild Rose, will now be shown on Saturday December 14 instead of Thursday December 12.

As well as a change of day, the times have also slightly altered and the doors will open at Cove Burgh Hall at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.

Winner of best feature film and best actress film for Jessie Buckley at the Scottish BAFTAs recently, Wild Rose also stars Julie Walters and has received critical acclaim.

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Calendar of events Saturday 30th Nov Helensburgh Winter Festival 2019 Colquhoun Square, Helensburgh 10am-4pm. Two days of family fun and festivity with the Festive Market, Santa's grotto, Ayrshire reindeer & the annual Santa Dash. The Penguin Crew would like to welcome you to join us. @HelensburghWinterFestival www.helensburghwinterfestival.co.uk Also on Sunday 2nd Dec

Annual Pop-Up Art/Craft Gallery The Gallery, 11 West Princes Street 10am. The popular Gallery returns, with fine art plus Scottish designer-made crafts, clothing, glass, wood, jewellery, soaps, candles and homewares.

FB: The Gallery on Princes Street Open until end of December

An Edwardian Family Christmas The Hill House, Helensburgh 10-5pm. Standard Entry Prices. Step back in time and experience an Edwardianinspired family Christmas. See the house dressed with traditional decorations before enjoying some festive food in the café. 01436 673900 Runs until 22nd

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Sunday 1st Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Kilpatrick Hills 9.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. From the Bowling Club car park, proceed to Kilpatrick Braes, follow on to Slacks, then from Greenside Reservoir to Duncolm, on to Doughnot Hill via Loch Humphrey and Black Linn Reservoir. Return to Bowling via Loch Humphrey and down Kilpatrick Braes. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

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The Hill House, Helensburgh SUN 1st: 2.20-3pm, Lomond Trad Group and Sax Quartet. SAT 7th: 2pm, The Rock Choir. Come along and listen to the Rock Choir singing Christmas carols inside the Box. Free events! thehillhouse@nts.org.uk Also on 7th

Sunday Meditation Class Meditation Centre of Scotland 4-5.30pm. Guided meditation lessons for inner peace and mindfulness. Beginners welcome. All classes are free. Non profit organisation. Donations Welcome (Suggested Amount: £3).

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The Glasgow Phoenix Choir Helensburgh Parish Church of Scotland 7.30pm. A Christmas Celebration. A feast of seasonal music. Concert proceeds to SOSJ Knights Hospitaller Tickets £10 from Parish Church Office or Ruth. 07801536530

Helensburgh Amateur Swimming Club Helensburgh Swimming Pool Coaching programme for competitive swimmers, aged 6+. See website for training schedule. www.helensburghasc.co.uk Weekly

Art Classes The Oak Tree Gallery Art classes available for all ages and abilities. For more info and booking visit www.acornartandtheoaktreegallery.uk

Photography Exhibition The Oak Tree Gallery The photography exhibition will be held in the downstairs studio. Free entry. www. acornartandtheoaktreegallery.uk Runs until 31st January

Art Classes Helensburgh Art Hub Art classes, workshops, exhibitions and events. For more info and booking visit www.helensburgharthub.com

Monday 2nd Tai Chi Class Cove Burgh Hall 1-2pm. Professor Cheng Man-ch’ing 37 Step Simplified Yang Style Form. First class free, donation thereafter. Call between 10-11pm. 07999 757861 www.9wavestaichi.org Weekly

Geein’ It Laldy: Ukulele Group Helensburgh Parish Church Halls 2-4pm. If you play the ukulele then why not come along and join us to strum along! geeinitlaldy@outlook.com Weekly

Macmillan Drop-in Helensburgh Library 1-3pm. Providing info and support for people affected by cancer. Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service.

01586 555932 macmillan@argyll-bute.gov.uk Weekly

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Art Class Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 2-4pm. All Media. 01436 675741 Weekly

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Monday 2nd Males Tales Helensburgh

Drumfork Club, Helensburgh 6.30-8pm. Free. Males Tales Helensburgh provide somewhere for all men to come and have the opportunity to talk openly with each other. No registration taken. Open door policy. FB Males Tales Helensburgh, malestaleshelensburgh@yahoo.co.uk 1st & 3rd Monday of every month

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Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 3-4pm. New members welcome. Please contact Jane with any questions.

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Helensburgh Widows & Widowers Group

Commodore Hotel, Helensburgh 6-8pm. A group for widows and widowers to meet, socialise and support each other.

Pam Durrant 07904 074013 First Monday of every month

Rotary Club of Helensburgh Garelochside Rosslea Hall Hotel 6.30pm. To be confirmed.

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Helensburgh Army Cadets

ACF Hut, Lomond Street, Helensburgh 7-9pm. The ACF offers a variety of militarythemed activities along with adventurous training and STEM, young people 12-18 yrs.

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Whist Drive Northwood House Nursing Home 7.15pm. £3 entry. Tea and biscuits. New members welcome. 01436 674089 Weekly

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Cove Burgh Hall MON 2nd: 8pm. The Story of Stirling Gin, by June McCann; MON 9th: 7.30pm. Christmas Party with Musical Entertainment provided by Stephen Adam. Please note the earlier start. www.covekilcregganlitsoc.org contact@covekilcregganlitsoc.org Weekly

Victoria Halls 1.30pm. A friendly and informal club for intermediate players. No partners are required. 01436 673362 Weekly

Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 1-4.30pm. Come along to play some gentle, and friendly, duplicate Bridge. We would be very glad if some others came to join us. Single players and partners welcome. 01436 674202 / 01389 841 466 Weekly (Sept-May)

Helensburgh Parish Church 11.30am-2.30pm. Run by volunteers and aimed at different people who may be recovering from drug or alcohol addiction, mental health issues or socially isolated. www.facebook.com/welcometorecovery Weekly

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Local Vocals Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 1.30pm. Community Choir, dementia friendly. All welcome. 01436 671613 Weekly

Fun First Fun First is a children's charity providing FREE (Donations welcome) FunTime and fitness daily sessions at various locations and times to aid children's development.

TUE: Colgrain Community House: 9.4511am, birth-5yrs; Cardross Library: 1.452.30pm, birth-5yrs. WED: Victoria Halls: Fitness sessions, 1-1.45pm, 18mth-5yrs.

THU: Helensburgh Library: 9.45-11.30am, birth-5yrs. Family Centre, Churchill Square: 1.45-2.30pm, birth-5yrs. FRI: Centre 81, Garelochhead: 9.45-11am, birth-5yrs.

MON: Helensburgh Library: 9.45-11am, birth-5yrs. mail@funfirst.org.uk www.funfirst.org.uk www.facebook.com/funfirst1 Weekly (Term time only)

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 third Thursday of the month. During the winter there is a lecture programme at the RNCYC, on the last Wednesday of the month at 2.30pm.

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Helensburgh Rotary Club Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club 12.45pm for 1pm. Weekly lunch for members and rotarians from other clubs.

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Cove and Kilcreggan Stay and Play Cove Burgh Hall Baby and Toddler play group meets twice a week. TUE: 1-2.30pm (£2 per child, £1 for babies under 1 or additional children).

WED: 9.45-10.45am (£1 per child). Coffee and tea for the grown-ups and snack provided for the little ones.

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Helensburgh Parish Church Halls 3-5pm. A free drop-in café for all school goers with toast, toppings, games, music and a quiet homework corner. familyministry@helensburghcos.org Weekly

Chanting & Meditation Class Meditation Centre of Scotland 6-7.15pm. Learn the chanting and meditation methods from the Thai Buddhist Community. Beginners welcome. All classes are free. Non profit organisation. Donations Welcome (Suggested Amount: £3).

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Helensburgh Dorian Choir United Reformed Church Hall 7.15pm. New members welcome, come and join the fun! dorianchoir@gmail.com Weekly

Helensburgh Canoe Club Helensburgh Swimming Pool 7.30pm. 10 session adult course in Basic Canoe Skills (For beginners or near beginners). euan_forrest@msn.com Weekly

Helensburgh Oratorio Choir Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 7.30pm. New members always welcome. kathryn_clark60@hotmail.com www.helensburghoratorio.co.uk Weekly

1st Helensburgh Boys' Brigade Helensburgh Parish Church Halls 6.30pm. The new session has started at Boys' Brigade. Games, skills, badge work and trips out. For boys in P1 up to S6. Come along and give it a try. firsthelensburgh@gmail.com Weekly (Term time only)

Helensburgh & Lomond Fiddlers Cardross Church Hall 7.30pm. We play Scottish music for fun and perform at garden centres, care homes, fêtes and for ceilidhs and celebrations. All welcome. 07979 206845 Weekly

Thursday 5th Drop In Café Dementia Resource Centre 10-4pm: Mon & Fri; 10-1pm: Tues, Wed & Thurs. Everyone is welcome to our community café. All proceeds go towards helping Alzheimer Scotland support people who are living with dementia.

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Strength and Balance Victoria Halls 2-3pm. A chair-based exercise class aimed at improving muscular strength around the joints and improving balance.

01436 672224 Weekly (also on Mondays)

Thursday Café Bethesda Christian Fellowship 2.30-4pm. An array of teas, coffees and bakes on offer, a play area for toddlers and a craft area for older children.

07581570090 or 07854262255 www.bethesdachristianfellowship.org.uk Weekly (5th, 12th & 19th only)

Carer Support Group Dementia Resource Centre 7-9pm. For anyone who is caring for someone who has dementia.

01436 678050 First Thursday of every month

Helensburgh & District Chest, Heart & Stroke Club Jubilee Room, Victoria Halls 10-12pm. Wed 4th: Morning Coffee at Antartex. Wed 11th: Crafts with Brenda.

Wed 18th: Christmas Party.

Jean 01436 674966 Weekly (Aug-Jun)

Cardross Baby and Toddler Group Cardross Parish Church Hall 10-11.30am. Come join us for coffee and a chat while the wee ones play! cardrossmotherandtoddlers@gmail.com Weekly (Term time only)

Baby & Toddler Group Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 10-11.30am. Lots of toys, drinks and snacks provided. All welcome.

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Calendar of events Helensburgh and Lomond Young Carers Drama Workshop Helensburgh & Lomond Carers Centre 6-7.45pm. Helensburgh and Lomond Young Carers are running a drama programme called: “Get involved with the drama”. Funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Trust. Open to all registered young carers. 01436 670555 FB @helensburghandlomondyoungcarers Weekly

Evening Meditation Class

Meditation Centre of Scotland 6-7.30pm. Guided meditation course for inner peace and mindfulness. Beginners welcome. All classes are free. Non profit organisation. Donations welcome (Suggested amount: £3).

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Knitting Bee Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 1.30pm. All abilities welcome.

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Cardross Primary Christmas Fayre Cardross Primary 6-8pm. Lots of craft stalls, home baking, cafe , tombola, Santa’s grotto and kids zone with games. Come along and help us to raise much needed funds. Adults: £2.50, Kids: Free, includes free tea/coffee and mince pie.

Dorian Choir Christmas Concert

Friday 6th

Helensburgh United Reformed Church 7.30pm. Start your Christmas festivities by coming along to be entertained by our friendly faces and happy singing. Enjoy a mince pie and a glass of festive cheer after the concert and meet the performers.

Tickets £10, all welcome. tschooling56@gmail.com

Chair Yoga Classes

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Cove Burgh Hall 1-2pm. £4, includes refreshments. For those not agile enough to enjoy a regular yoga class but who would like to experience the mental and physical benefits. Supported by Argyll & Bute Health and Wellbeing Network. No equipment necessary. 07799 031649 Weekly

Garelochhead Primary Christmas Fayre Garelochhead Primary School 3.15-5.15pm. Santa's grotto, craft stalls, raffle, tombola, kids fun stalls, home baking, tea, coffee, hotdogs, sweets & more. 07900582315 gheadpfp@gmail.com

Three Villages Hall, Arrochar 7pm. Music by the ever-popular band Hell for Leather. Real ales and food available. £5 entry. All profits will go to the annual Galafest event. morelagganj5@gmail.com

Christmas Supper Dance Osprey Suite, Commodore Hotel 8pm-Midnight. Helensburgh & District Highland Association Christmas Supper Dance featuring Charlie Kirkpatrick Scottish Dance Band. Members £14, Non Members £17. Tickets on sale, all welcome 01389 841280 ra.r@blueyonder.co.uk www.helensburghhighlandassociation.org

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Saturday 7th Bookbug Helensburgh Library 10am. Come along and enjoy the fun.

Include songs, action rhymes and sharing stories, with time afterwards to browse library stock. Session times are 30 minutes.

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Lomond and Clyde Community Orchestra St Michael's Church Hall 10-12pm. Players of all ages and levels are welcome to join us, we have vacancies in all sections. Come along and give it a go.

We provide percussion instruments.

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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.

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Cove & Kilcreggan Youth Café SAT: 2-5pm, for 9yrs and over.

MON & THU: 6.30-8.30pm. Keep up to date with what’s going on.

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Monday 9th Hermitage Park & Hermitage Academy Community Kitchen Garden Project – Final Event

Hermitage Park, Demonstration Gardens 11.30-1pm. Potatoes roasted on a bonfire, soup, marshmallows and other goodies plus various activities. Come see and enjoy the fruits of our labours!

01436 672 145

Millig WRI Monthly Meeting

Brownie Hall, Helensburgh 7.30pm. The Peaton Peelers (hand-bell ringing) are coming to show us how it is perfected. The competitions are "Christmas stocking", any craft and/or 2 mince pies. All welcome (16 plus).

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Plastic Free Helensburgh 'Drop & Swap' Cardross WI Helensburgh Parish Church 3-5pm. Swap unwanted items for new-to-you treasures! Clear out your cupboards, maybe find some lastminute gifts, help to reduce waste.

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Cardross Church halls, Cardross 7.30pm. Demonstration of Christmas crafts

by Janice McLellan. Competitions: 3 pieces of Millionaire Shortbread & Christmas Stocking (any craft). 01389 841396

Sunday 8th

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Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Craigend Visitor Centre to Carbeth, Circular Walk 9.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. Take the path through a wooded area to follow a path past Craigallian Loch, join the West Highland Way and pass Carbeth Huts. On the west side of Craigallian Loch, take the West Highland Way to Mugdock Wood and return to the visitor centre. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

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Father Christmas at the Hill House The Hill House, Helensburgh 10-5pm. Father Christmas has stopped by the Hill House. Bring your little ones along to meet Father Christmas in the kitchen and receive a gift before he returns to his Christmas preparations. Booking essential. thehillhouse@nts.org.uk Also on 15th & 22nd

Tuesday 10th Helensburgh United Reformed Church 10-4pm. Over 40 trees will be decorated by local groups, schools and organizations.

A ‘Seasonal Musical Interlude’ of concerts and recitals by schools, local musical groups and individuals throughout the Festival. SUN 15th: 4pm, Community Gift Service. www.helensburghurc.org.uk Runs until 15th

The Arts Society Lomond and Argyll Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 10am. The History of Wallpaper. An illustrated lecture by Paul. Visitors welcome. Entry £10.

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Wednesday 11th Christmas Sing Along Dementia Resource Centre 1.30-3pm. Come and enjoy a sing along.

Refreshments will be served. Suggested donation of £2. 01436 678050

Cardross, Colgrain & Craigendoran Senior Citizens Association Cardross Parish Church Halls 2pm. Tea, chat, table top games and speakers. New members welcome.

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Helensburgh Digital Photography Club Hermitage Academy Library 7.30pm. All ages welcome. Join our Facebook group for details. Fortnightly

Meeting of Rhu and Shandon Community Council Rhu Hall 7.30pm. The papers for the meeting will be posted on the website. www.rhuandshandoncommunity.org

Helensburgh & Gareloch Horticultural Society Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 7.30pm. Gardener's question time with a panel of local experts to answer questions.

There will also be a short concert by Tartan Harmony, a local Ladies a cappella Choir.

With mulled wine, mince pies and tea and coffee. All welcome. 07808 580866

Thursday 12th FTD Carer Support Group Dementia Resource Centre 7-9pm. For anyone who is caring for someone who has Frontotemporal Dementia. 01436 678050 Second Thursday of every month

Helensburgh Art Club Helensburgh Sailing Club 7.30pm. Denise Findlay will be giving a demonstration of 'Pencil portraiture'. New members welcome. www.helensburghartclub.co.uk

Friday 13th Legal Advice for Carers Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO Centre 10-1pm. A Senior Solicitor from Blackadders Solicitors will be available to answer questions on any legal concerns.

Specialist areas are: Guardianship, POA and advice on Wills. Booking required.

01436 673444 Second Friday of every month

U3A Science Group Helensburgh Parish Church Halls 10.30am. The speaker is Dr. Robin Green, Former Senior Lecturer in the studies of Science at Glasgow University. His subject 'The Star of Bethlehem'. Open to all U3A members with a fee of £2. janetatidswell@outlook.com

Market in the Square

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Colquhoun Square, Helensburgh 10am-4pm. Fresh home baking, seasonal veg, fresh meat and fish and craft stalls.

Second Saturday of every month

Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 7.30pm. Helensburgh Oratorio Choir and Musical Director Susanna Wapshott are delighted to perform G F Handel's Messiah with soloists: Soprano Sarah Power, Alto Katie Grosset, Tenor David Lyn, Bass Phil Gault and orchestra leader Justine Watts.

Tickets: Adults £12, Students £6, U12 £2, are available from choir members, The Scandinavian Shop and the Church office. hocchoirsec@gmail.com

Cove and Kilcreggan Film Society Cove Burgh Hall 7pm. Cove and Kilcreggan Film Society are showing the film Wild Rose.

Sunday 15th Garelochhead Beach Clean Garelochhead Beach Times subject to tides. We hope to help support beach cleans in our area. Facebook: love your seas beach clean loveyourseas@gmail.com Third Sunday of every month

Peninsula Choir Concert Craigrownie Church, Cove 8pm. Christmas with Strings. The choir, supported by 10 string players, will sing Christmas songs and carols. Tickets £10 (Under 16s free), from Kilcreggan PO, at the door £10 or call 07917098985 michael.knox48@gmail.com

Meikle Bin 8.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. This is a strenuous walk which involves exposed mountainous terrain and is not recommended for inexperienced hill walkers. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

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Golden Time Café Bethesda Christian Fellowship 10.30-12pm. A Christmas theme community café with tea, coffee and refreshments will be available for a suggested price donation. The programme includes a mix of musical entertainment, poems and slide shows.

07581 570090 07854 262255 www.bethesdachristianfellowship.org.uk Third Wednesday of every month

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Saturday 14th Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers

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Sunday 15th Christmas Carol Charity Concert

Dementia Resource Centre 1-3.30pm. If you or a loved one are affected by dementia, you are warmly invited to join us for our Christmas Party, featuring a performance by Hermitage Academy Ukelele Group. Food and Refreshments will be served. Suggestion donation £2. Call to book. 01436 678050

St.Modans Parish Church, Rosneath 7pm. This years Charity is Oasis.

Refreshments served after the concert in the church hall.

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Kiddiwinks Bethesda Christian Fellowship 9.30-11am. Mums and Dads are invited to take wee ones along for some fun and socialising. There will be plenty of toys, crafts, music, stories. There will be snacks and juice for the kids!

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Calendar of events Saturday 21st Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Gartmore from Aberfoyle 9.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. We take the Rob Roy Way south west out of Aberfoyle and follow forest paths, meadow and woodland to Gartmore village and Cunninghame Graham Memorial. We return via Gartmore Estate Butler’s walk and the banks of the River Forth past Doon Hill into Aberfoyle. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

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Thursday 19th

Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Glen Striddle Horseshoe, Beinn Dubh & Mid Hill 9am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. Shake off the Christmas excess on this grassy horseshoe walk.

This is a strenuous walk which involves exposed mountainous terrain and is not recommended for inexperienced hill walkers. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

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Helensburgh's 26th Annual Hogmanay Ceilidh Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 8pm-1am. Voicebox Ceilidh Band, bar, buffet, raffle, piper at midnight.

Organised by Helensburgh & District Access Trust. All profits go to maintaining and developing the footpath network.

Tickets £40, under 5s £20. 07738 701948

Wednesday 1st Jan New Year Swim

Rhu Clean-up Crew Ardencaple Hotel 10am (tide dependent). We are a group of like-minded people who want to keep Rhu Beach clean. We encourage new members to join us in the fight against plastic washing up on our shores.

Last Sunday of every month

Rhu Marina 12pm. Make a splash at New Year.

Annual RNLI New Year Swim at Rhu Marina. Arrive early enough to complete indemnity form. Children must be accompanied on the swim. 01436670172 k.shipman@btopenworld.com

Tuesday 31st

Versus Arthritis

Helensburgh Golf Club 7-9pm. Scotland Versus Arthritis is aimed at getting people with arthritis together for an evening of fun. We have entertainment nights, speakers with light suppers, buffet nights, and coach outings. We are governed by Scotland Versus Arthritis, who are based in Glasgow.

If you would like to come along or get more info please call our Chairman Mr Ron Wilson.

01436 675546 Third Thursday of every month

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Geilston Hall, Cardross 9pm-2am. Helensburgh & District Highland Association Hogmanay Ceilidh Dance featuring Stuart McKeown Scottish Dance Band. Entry by ticket only and no later than 10pm. Members £12, Non Members £17. Bring your own Food & Drink - Tea/Coffee provided at interval. Tickets now on sale for members and will be on sale to general public from 1st December.

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Fancy Dress Charity Water Ski Event Cameron House Marina/Moat House Restaurant 1pm. Please come to support our brave skiers at Loch Lomond Water Ski Club’s annual event. The FUNdraising continues!

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An environmental group is hosting a recycling and information event this month.

Plastic Free Helensburgh is looking for volunteers and customers for the Drop and Swap at Helensburgh Parish Church on December 7 from 3pm to 5pm.

Local people are encouraged to bring along pre-loved items, including clothes, shoes, jewellery, kitchenware, plants, unopened toiletries, books, DVDs, toys and games for swapping.

There will also be an information session about PFH and a raffle with prizes from local businesses.

Caramel wafer king Sir Boyd Tunnock CBE went afloat at Faslane recently as a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

Reaffirming the covenant on the hull of HMS Ambush, accompanied by Commodore Bob Anstey, Sir Boyd was happy to commit Tunnock’s Ltd in support of members of the Armed Forces, past and present.

The nation’s favourite teacakes and caramel wafers have a special place aboard Scots-based submarines, as a regular for “Four-O’Clockers” – snack-time during a patrol where a teacake or caramel wafer is the treat of choice. Sir Boyd says: “I spent two years in the Army after getting called up for National Service.

“Because of my background I ended up being posted to the

Catering Corps and cooked for 600 soldiers.

“Tunnock’s has a long-standing relationship with the Armed Forces and the values and standards I learned in the Army are principles that I use to run the business to this day.”

As well as touring the AstuteClass submarine, Sir Boyd also took a speedy ride with Royal Marines from 43 Commando.

Sir Boyd is well known in the area supporting sailing. Both Helensburgh and Cove sailing communities have benefited from his generosity and his boat Lemarac – caramel in reverse – is a frequent participant in regattas.

FUN CHRISTMAS JOKES

What did the hat say to the scarf?

You hang around, I’ll go ahead Who hides in a bakery at Christmas?

A mince spy What happened when Santa got stuck in a chimney?

He felt Claus-trophobic

fun NORWEGIAN GRATITUDE The people of Oslo, Norway donate the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree every year in gratitude to the people of London for their assistance during WWII.

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Brexit has put Scotland at a crossroads.

And we must decide what kind of country we want to be and what values we want that country to have.

Are we to be part of an inward-looking UK, cut off from the rest of Europe, or can we be a progressive, outwardlooking, independent, European nation?

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A social enterprise set up to spread the benefits of art to more people is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of tasks.

Helensburgh Art Hub was founded

by Karlyn Marshall in April this year after seeing first-hand how art and creativity can be beneficial to a wide range of people.

She was supported by startup funding from Firstport, which assists with the launch of innovative business ideas.

Art is shown to help adults and children by reducing stress and anxiety, encouraging creative thinking, boosting self-esteem and providing a sense of accomplishment, among other advantages.

Karlyn, a contemporary artist, now runs the not-for-profit venture at West Clyde Street, where she offers a wide range of classes and

workshops for people of all ages and needs.

The Hub is now looking for extra help and volunteers. Karlyn said: “We are looking for volunteers who can help with children’s classes and also with curating our regular art exhibitions.

“Perhaps there might be people with spare time who can also help with our social media and marketing, too.

“The Hub is now so busy and we are keen to be able to offer more classes and workshops but I need help to do so.”

As well as regular classes for kids, adults and people with additional support needs, Helensburgh

Art Hub is offering a number of workshops in December, including bottle lamp making, wreath making, needle felting, Christmas crackers and beeswax wraps.

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Enjoy 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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DORA PENS ODE TO CAFÉ LUKE fun STEP BACK THIS CHRISTMAS The National Trust for Scotland property, The Hill House, is presenting an Edwardianinspired family Christmas.

The event takes place daily until December 22 and offers the chance for visitors to step back in time to a different era.

On arrival, servants will tell you how the Blackie family have been preparing for the festivities.

In the Drawing Room, the children have finished the festive decorations and in the Dining Room, the table is set for dinner.

Tickets cost ÂŁ12.50 for adults; ÂŁ5.50 for children and ÂŁ28 for a family.

See The Hill House on Facebook and www.nts.org.uk/visit/ places/the-hill-house.

A regular customer at The Coffee Club in Helensburgh has been inspired to write a poem about one of the cafĂŠ staff.

Dora Wright, who is a member of several local writing groups, penned the verses about “a boy wae ginger herr�.

She is referring to Luke, who works at The Coffee Club on Colquhoun Square.

Dora says: “I’m usually at the cafĂŠ once or twice a week and my friends and I are often served by Luke. “I wrote the poem as a wee joke to tease him but I think he is really chuffed by it.â€?

JINGLE BELLS Thers a boy wae ginger herr works doon the cafe he’s always pleased tae see me an’ mah mate he gies us a great big smile an it only takes a while before he’s back wae food heaped on a plate Mah mate an’ I we like the toasted tea-cakes wae a dod o’jam an’ clotted cream forby we sit an hae a blether, moan aboot the weather an’ eye up aw the folk that’s passin’ by Noo the boy wae ginger herr who’s name is Luke has freckles on his face but hisnae plooks he’s wee attractive guy, an’ easy on the eye a’ the lassies smile an’ gie him admiring looks The cafe on the square is a friendly place no matter what the day its always seethin’ but we always find a seat an’ somethin’ nice tae eat some days ma mate an’ I don’t feel like leavin’

James Pierpont’s 1857 song Jingle Bells was first called One Horse Open Sleigh and was written for Thanksgiving.

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BOOKS BY TWO LOCAL AUTHORS Books make great Christmas presents, especially if they just happen to be by a talented local author – and here are brief details of a couple of newly-released works ideal as a special stocking filler.

Sports journalist Robin ScottElliot has ventured into a magical world of adventure in early 18th century Russia with The Tzar’s Curious Runaways, a story which could have been inspired by some wonderful fairy tale by Pushkin.

Set in what was then the recently-built St Petersburg, in the year 1725, the book’s

heroine, Katinka Dashkova, is a superb ballerina, but has to run for her Robin Scott-Elliot life – with friends Alexei the Giant and Nikolai the Dwarf – when Tzar Peter the Great expires, forcing them to flee the Winter Palace and the late ruler’s Circus of Curiosities.

Described as a mystical tale with an enthralling blend of history and fiction the story follows the friends intrepid adventure through adversity in a land where witches, wolves and magic are never very far away.

The Tzar’s Curious Runaways, can be purchased at Waterstons: www.waterstones.com/ book/the-tzars-curiousrunaways/robin-scottelliot/9781911427131

By sharp contrast there’s “adventure” of a very different kind in Dr Stephen Hearns’ Peak Performance under Pressure: lessons from a helicopter rescue doctor.

Drawing on 20 years of leadership experience in high pressure emergency medical and rescue situations, the author describes the consequences of pressure, both positive and negative, and teaches the strategies we need to attain states of peak performance.

Using first hand accounts of highpressure situations within emergency medicine, the book covers relevant aspects such as cognitive aids, teamwork, organisational culture and tactical leadership.

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FUN TIMES AT WINTER FESTIVAL

VOTED BEST BATHROOM COMPANY A Glasgow bathroom company is thrilled to have won a top Scottish accolade voted for by customers as well as judges.

Taking place on Saturday November 30 and Sunday December 1 this year, there are plenty of events and activities for everyone to enjoy.

The grand opening is at 10am on the Saturday in Colquhoun Square and will be led by celebrity antiques expert Roo Irvine, who will also sing live on stage.

Over the weekend, tribute acts will also take to the stage, as well as the Hermitage Ukelele Band and Junior Choir and Lomond School’s Clarsach Group and Sax Ensemble.

A Festive Market, also in Colquhoun Square, will have more than 100 stalls, while

youngsters will be keen to visit Santa’s Grotto – located in Helensburgh Parish Church. Kids should also keep an eye out for characters from the Disney film Frozen.

Glasgow’s Phoenix Choir will perform in Helensburgh Parish Church on Saturday evening and on Sunday at noon there’s a Santa Dash, with a choice of courses to suit different fitness levels.

Sunday will also showcase a gathering of classic cars in the square and Peninsula Trikes will offer chauffeur-driven motorcycle trips in aid of charity.

See www.helensburghwinter festival.co.uk.

Jennifer Bremner, the director of Hillington-based The Bathroom Company Glasgow said: “We are absolutely delighted to be voted the winners of the best bathroom company.

“It’s extremely rewarding for our team to be recognised for all their hard work in creating and delivering stunning new bathrooms for our customers.”

In the first stage of the fifth annual Scottish Home Improvements Awards, more than 1000 companies made their case to be the best among almost 20 different categories, including Best Bathroom Company.

After the nominations, customers voted for their top companies and then the five businesses with the most votes in each category were

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The ever-popular Helensburgh Winter Festival kicks off the countdown to Christmas for many of the town’s residents.

The Bathroom Company Glasgow won Best Bathroom Company at the Scottish Home Improvements Awards 2019.

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shortlisted as finalists. They were then independently judged.

Finalists and sponsors from the industry came together at the Gala Final in Glasgow, where the winners were announced.

The Bathroom Company Glasgow delivers high quality designs to customers throughout the UK. The company offers bathroom design, fitting and installations, as well as plumbing, joinery and tiling work, to ensure all works are completed on time and to the highest standard.

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BOOK IN FOR HEALTH FESTIVAL A healthy living festival for adults and children will offer a programme of fun activities and workshops next month.

DANCING FOR FESTIVAL FUNDS Residents in Arrochar, Succoth and Tarbet are being encouraged to dust off their dancing shoes for a fundraising ceilidh.

Helensburgh & Lomond Health and Wellbeing Network is hosting the Living Well Fest 2020 on Saturday January 11, from noon to 3pm, at Helensburgh Parish Church.

The books will be handed out at the festival.

In the run up to the event, a competition invited school-age children to send in original recipes for a healthy cookbook.

She said: “The Living Well Fest is free and it’s the ideal event for anyone who is thinking about making a change to improve their well-being.

Audrey Baird is coordinator of the Helensburgh & Lomond Health and Wellbeing Network, which has almost 200 members.

The event takes place Friday December 6 in the Three Villages Hall with ever- popular band Hell for Leather providing the tunes.

“The event will be a great opportunity to find out more and even try some activities such as yoga, massage and tai chi.”

Find out more about Helensburgh and Lomond Health and Wellbeing Network, which provided a grant to fund the event, at www. healthyargyllandbute.co.uk.

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The festival will show people practical steps to being healthier.

Audrey said: “Most of us could benefit from taking more time out to look after our own health.

Often we can be too busy thinking about other people's well being, but if we don't look after ourselves, our own health can suffer.

“It doesn't have to be hard work – it can be a fun, rewarding and sociable thing to do and there's so much going on in this area that people can get involved in.

As well as the music, there will also be real ales and food available and all for £5 entry.

All profits will go to the annual Galafest event.

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“There will be plenty of information and inspiration about how people of all ages can enjoy a healthier life.”

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Call into your local showroom: 14 Meadowbank Street, Dumbarton G82 1SD. We also have showrooms in: Bishopbriggs East Kilbride Falkirk Hillington

Visit us online at:

thekitchendepot.co.uk