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Contents Report Highlights Cost of New Pool .... 3 St John Scotland Donations ............... 4 Filming brings in Over £1m ................. 5 Sub Expert Challenges K13 Inquiry .... 6 Arrochar Pontoon Open ..................... 7 Top Marks for Kilcreggan Pre-Fives .... 8 Choir to “Pop Up” ................................ 8 Netball Club Aids Little Wings ......... 10 Honours for BB Pair ............................11 Pupils Score Highly in Euroquiz ........11 Writers’ Group: Graham Morgan .... 12 Cardross Plumber Wins Award ....... 12 Late News ........................................... 12 Few Details on RNCYC Plan .............. 14 What’s Up Doc ................................... 14 Chill Out Vibe at Civic Centre ........... 17 Degree Honour for Tennis Star ........ 17 Support Groups ................................. 17 Moth Morning with RSPB ................ 18 Summer Fun ............................... 18&19 Hot Dogs can Die Campaign ............ 20 Legal Matters ..................................... 20 What’s On Calendar ................ 21-26 Three Lochs Way ................................ 27 Poignant Gift to the Maid ................ 28 International Talent at Gathering .... 28 Nightlife .............................................. 30 Community Chest Voting Begins ..... 31 Getting Ready for Go Swim ............. 32 Kilcreggan Newshounds Award ...... 32 LiveArgyll Libraries ............................ 33 A Gathering of Sport Clans .............. 34 Advertisers Index ............................... 34 direct to doors 12,300 Delivered businesses, 700 towaiting rooms etc.

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Local News | July 2019

REPORT HIGHLIGHTS RISING COST OF NEW POOL Delays to the building of Helensburgh’s new leisure centre are putting up costs month by month according to a report from the Council’s Director of Development and Infrastructure.

It reveals that costs are still rising, which could yet force “value engineering” savings having to be made. The contract for construction of the leisure centre is scheduled to be awarded in the next month. Construction work is pencilled in to start this November.

By then more than £1.2m or 6% of the budget will already have been spent on the new facility before a single brick is laid.

The Director’s latest report to council references the Construction Products Association which says 82% of civil engineering contractors reported higher raw materials prices of nearly 5% passing through the supply chain over the final quarter Mobile Hairstylist

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It adds: “Construction industry inflation forecasts a 1% tender price growth for both 2019 and 2020, increasing in the longer term to 1.5% in 2021 and 2022.”

The report to the Council adds that it will examine: “What potential if any there might be for Value Engineering options, should the tender prices be unaffordable.”

It adds that the procurement exercise for the main works contract will provide hard market data and prices, which will enable the project team to

make subsequent and informed recommendations to the committees of the council with respect to the affordability of the project overall.

The drawdown of an additional £235,000 from the overall budget to help it reach “full business case stage” was agreed by the council’s policy and resources committee in May. That was in addition to the drawdown of £1m for that purpose which had already been approved.

An earlier report by the executive director of development and infrastructure Pippa Milne revealed that the process had been delayed

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Changes to the project delivery model, delays in securing statutory approvals, and additional design work all contributed to programme delays and/or additional costs.

However the Council says: “Given the complex nature of the project, a few additional weeks now, could save significant time and costs later.”

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The Arrochar Mountain Rescue Team received another cash boost from St John Scotland. The Dunbartonshire branch has been helping the team for 40 years.

A cheque for ÂŁ700 was presented to team leader Mike Bignall by Dunbartonshire chairman Colonel John Kelly at the Arrochar St John Base. Colonel Kelly said that this latest donation brought the total given in recent years to some ÂŁ7,000.

He added: “It was good to see the base and vehicles, and to have a chance to meet the team who were due to train later that day with the coastguard rescue helicopter.�

Mr Bignall said: “The relationship between the team and the local St John Scotland branch is longstanding, and this latest donation is greatly appreciated by the team to help its vital work.�

St John Scotland supports medical and rescue charities, and is closely associated with mountain

safety and rescue, palliative care, patient transport, and the provision of defibrillators and CPR training.

In 2004 St John Scotland paid for the construction of the Arrochar base, in 2013 provided a new rescue ambulance, and last year handed over legal ownership of the base to the team.

The Mountain Rescue team’s web site points out: “Scottish Mountain Rescue Teams do receive grant aid funding from the Scottish Government and assistance from our major sponsor the Order of St John. While this funding is gratefully received it does not cover all of the team's running costs and as such we still rely on public

donations and fundraising activities to enable the team to operate to the high standards expected.�

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Local News | July 2019

FILMING BRINGS IN OVER £1M TO ECONOMY

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Forty productions filmed in Argyll and Bute from January 2018 to January 2019, generated an estimated spend of £1,088,500 to the local economy, say the Council.

In total, over the year, there were 124 enquiries from companies looking for suitable locations in which to film or photograph.

Argyll and Bute is actively promoted as a film-friendly location via its bespoke website, social media, industry visits and attendance at industry conferences.

Councillor Aileen Morton, Policy Lead for Economic Development, said: “Here in Argyll and Bute we are in a fantastic position to capitalise on the growing Scottish film and television industry.

“We have spectacular, unspoiled scenery, a vast range of locations and the number – and quality – of productions that have come here indicates that we are a popular choice with production companies.

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“Through our Economic Development Service we provide fully confidential advice to film units. This one-stop-shop liaises with other council departments, offers suggestions on locations, has information on land ownership, and provides valuable local knowledge.

“As well as boosting the local economy through production spend, in the longer term we hope this will boost our tourism based on visitors coming to visit the site of some of their favourite films.”

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• Sky Arts’ Landscape Artist of the Year filmed an episode at Inveraray, which was voted the best location of the series.

• The BBC’s critically acclaimed The Cry featured Arrochar.

• Skoda filmed its We Love Cycling campaign at Inveraray and Lochgoilhead.

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Thirty two crew and contractors lost their lives, but 48 were saved in the tragedy. The book challenges the Board of Inquiry finding which laid the blame for the accident solely on Lt Arthur Lane, the vessel's engineer.

Keith says: ”The book provides an in-depth analysis of the sinking of the K13 in the Gareloch. It calls into question the legitimacy and accuracy of the Board of Inquiry findings and verdict. The investigations and conclusions that lead to this interpretation are based on detailed examination of archived records, personal accounts and in-depth analysis of the evidence.”

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A problem with one of the mooring wires caused a delay and she had only travelled a mile down the river when the submarine went to ground at Whiteinch.

Despite this she reached the Gareloch by 11:30 and carried out various tests that were required as part of the acceptance programme.

After the diving trial her engineer, Lieutenant Arthur Lane, reported that there was a small leak in the boiler room, he suggested a further short dive to determine the source.

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Local News | July 2019

ARROCHAR PONTOON OPEN FOR BUSINESS Loch Long Jetty Association have announced that work has largely been completed on the new Arrochar Pontoon on Loch Long and it will be formally opened this month.

The project became possible after the community-led Loch Long Jetty Association was awarded £84,000 from the Garfield Weston Foundation, one of the UK’s largest charitable funders.

vessels sail up Loch Long every year, but with no pontoon or visitor moorings they were unable to safely moor and come ashore to visit the village and explore the surrounding area.

The bridgehead was formed by MacColl and Son from Appin in early April and the concrete allowed to settle before the attachment of the pontoon structure. The pontoon was assembled on site and successfully installed by the manufacturers Gael Force/Fusion Marine on schedule by the end of May.

The pontoon will also allow them to hold community led initiatives such as an annual triathlon and raft race, which will help to enhance community spirit and benefit small businesses in the village.

The Association tells us that many private yachts and chartered

Dawn Gourley the Association secretary adds: “The overall impression is of a very attractive structure which will be a great boon to both villagers and visitors

alike. At low tide the depth of water at the sea-side of the hammerhead is 3 metres and at the shore side 2 metres.

“An honesty box has been installed to collect minimal fees from fisherman and berthing yachts, in order to finance the future insurance and maintenance of the facility. A visitor mooring has been installed identified by a white buoy.”

She added that a number of small tasks remain such as finalising the fenders and finishing the guard rope rails before the formal opening by Jackie Baillie MSP on Saturday 27th July at 4pm.

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Kilcreggan Primary School’s pre-five unit has been graded ‘good’ in every category by the Care Inspectorate who commented that staff were welcoming, kind and caring.

An event for anyone who loves to sing is being held on Friday 16 August at the Helensburgh United Reform Church Hall. It features a Pop Up choir.

The pre-five unit is based in newly refurbished accommodation within the school, which means children have direct access to the outdoor play area.

Organiser Miriam Walker says: “No commitment, just come along when the choir “pops up”. A choir for anyone that loves to sing. No experience necessary and all welcome.

Events will be added to the Facebook page ‘Helensburgh Pop Up Choir.’ Places will be limited so booking by email is essential.”

Inspectors described the learning area as bright and welcoming, and praised staff for their work in developing the outdoor learning area.

Children were observed making independent choices of where they wanted to play outside and lead their own learning.

Inspectors found that staff were good at listening to the children and skilled at knowing when to intervene in children’s play and learning and when to stand back, encouraging children to create their own solutions. This resulted in children becoming confident learners.

Staff were described as enthusiastic, committed and motivated to provide positive outcomes for children, and

worked well as a team. The head teacher was also praised for working hard to develop and move the service forward, and had a clear focus and vision for the development of the unit.

Argyll and Bute Council’s policy lead for education Yvonne McNeilly said: “It’s clear from the report that staff are continuing building on their good practice to achieve the best outcomes for our children and their families.”

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A WONDERFUL END TO HELENSBURGH NETBALL CLUBS SEASON Helensburgh Netball Club held a charity invitational tournament in aid of The Little Wings Foundation, a charity which provides orthopaedic care to children in the Middle East and North America living in critical humanitarian situations.

Four novice teams took part, The Helensburgh Rugby Club, Hermitage primary school teachers, Friends and family team 1 and team 2. It was a great fun event and after some very closely fought matches friends and family team 1 took home the 1st place trophy.

With an entry fee, home baking for sale and a tuck shop a grand total of £245 was raised for the foundation. One of their players, Seonaid Biagioni who is the Co-director and project manager of the charity, said “it’s great to see how everyone has just come together to make sure everything

ran amazingly on the day, both myself and my colleagues at The Little Wings Foundation are beyond grateful for everyone’s kindness and for choosing us as your charity this year.”

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The club is open to women aged 14 plus for recreational and more

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Information on all their great work can be found at www.thelittlewingsfoundation.org.

Later that evening an end of season Grand Casino night was held in the Rugby Club which raised an incredible £1450 which will be reinvested into the club to benefit all members. The club would like to thank everyone that came along, gambled, donated &

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HONOURS FOR BB PAIR

Two members of Helensburgh Boys’ Brigade received the organisation’s highest honours at a special ceremony recently.

Corporals Ben Davis and Simon Bianchet were awarded The Queen’s Badge as they signed off their latest session.

The presentation was made even sweeter for Ben as his grandfather, Rev Jim Brown, attended. He is a former minister of the old Helensburgh Park Church – now the Buddhist Meditation Centre of Scotland on Charlotte Street – and a former chaplain of the company, who won one of the BB’s first Queen’s Badges in 1953.

Linda Kinniburgh, wife of Argyll and Bute councillor David Kinniburgh, presented various badges and trophies on the night.

PUPILS SCORE HIGHLY IN EUROQUIZ A talented team of pupils from Hermitage Primary School took second place out of 470 schools in the Scottish European Educational Trust’s National Euroquiz Final.

The event was held in the Debating Chamber of the Scottish Parliament and saw the Hermitage youngsters battle it out against St Mary’s Primary School of Duntocher in what was a nail biting final round.

Hermitage fought hard but were pipped to the winning post by St Mary’s.

More than 470 schools from across Scotland took part in the heats from January to March this year – more than 2,300 pupils in total.

The project sees events take place locally at first, with every local authority hosting their own heat before progressing to the national final.

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The winning teams from each of Scotland’s 32 local authority areas then travelled to the national final at the Scottish Parliament.

Argyll and Bute Council’s Policy Lead for Education, Councillor, Yvonne McNeilly, said: “What an amazing achievement, never mind winning second place.

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The Mackintosh Group of writers host their next “An Evening With“ on July 24th with author Graham Morgan.

Graham has an MBE for services to Mental Health.

He helped to write the Scottish Mental Health Care and Treatment Act (2003).

His book ’Start’ is a frank discussion of his own experiences and addresses key issues around mental illness, a topic very much in the public sphere at the moment.

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CARDROSS PLUMBER WINS MERIT AWARD Late News Preston Fleming, of Preston Fleming Plumbing and Heating in Cardross has been honoured for his outstanding contribution to the plumbing industry.

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He was presented with the award at the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation Annual General Meeting.

Preston is a third generation plumber of the family firm, with over 40 years’ experience in the plumbing and heating industry.

He has been a strong supporter of the SNIPEF Glasgow & West of Scotland Local Association, serving as both Director and local President.

He served as SNIPEF National President in 2011 and was instrumental in setting up the Plumbing Industry Licensing Scheme in 2002.

SNIPEF CEO Fiona Hodgson said: “I was very proud to present Preston with the SNIPEF Merit Award. He is an extremely deserving recipient who has made an enormous contribution to the industry, and continues to do so. His passion for the industry is evident, as is his dedication and commitment to sharing

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FEW DETAILS ON RNCYC PLAN What's Up Doc? Plans to build new homes in the grounds of the Royal Northern and Clyde Yacht Club made some progress recently, but there are very few details.

The historic club wants to build a new base at Rhu Marina for its members, while its B-listed current home would be converted into nine homes.

And six new-build residential blocks, split into 12 terraced and 25 ‘flatted units’, are planned for the clubhouse site in Rhu. A pre-application consultation has been lodged with Argyll and Bute Council on behalf of the club by Glasgow agents North Planning and Development.

No further details are available on the council website, apparently the documents will not be available until the

decision has been taken to progress to a full application.

The current clubhouse, which dates back to 1857 and sits in 4.6 acres, was put on the market by Savills in 2016.

At that stage the club said plans were ‘well advanced’ for a move to a purpose-built clubhouse at Rhu Marina.

Yacht clubs have been based at the current clubhouse on the Gareloch for nearly 80 years – the Royal Northern moved there from Bute in 1937, and it has been headquarters of RNCYC since clubs merged in 1978.

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CHILL OUT VIBE DEGREE HONOUR FOR TENNIS STAR Slam singles champion and Paralympic AT CIVIC CENTRE Grand gold medallist Gordon Reid MBE has received an honorary degree from Glasgow Caledonian University.

The Civic Centre hosts Beats and Eats, Helensburgh’s newest food, drink and music festival this month on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21.

Organisers say: “10am-5pm we will have an amazing food and drink festival which is free to everyone. Bars, street food, market stalls, craft stalls, kids activities and music brought to you by The Sounds of The Summer DJ’s.”

From 6pm it becomes a ticketed event, where there will be bars, and music both indoors and outdoors. Chill out vibes brought to you again by the Sounds of the Summer DJ’s and a special guest DJ.

Helensburgh’s wheelchair tennis star, who has won titles at Wimbledon, the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open, told students that anything is possible in life through hard work.

Gordon was a talented junior player until a week before his 13th birthday when a rare condition, Transverse Myelitis, left him paralysed from the waist down.

By the age of 16, he was pulling on a Team GB shirt and competing at his first Paralympic Games in Beijing.

Gordon discussed how he overcame adversity at a young age to rise to the top of the world rankings, at a masterclass held at GCU. He then received

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Gordon received an honorary degree from CCU

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an honorary degree from the University for his outstanding achievements.

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MOTH MORNING WITH RSPB RSPB Loch Lomond are staging a free event on Saturday, July 6, designed to give people a close-up of creatures which are too often associated simply with creating havoc in the wardrobe when they’re not blundering into lampshades.

Nature fans are invited to drop in to the Nature Hub from 9.30am to 11.30am to help identify moths caught in overnight traps before they are released back into the wild.

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Culture: The Botanic Gardens Glasgow host a Shakespeare season called Bard in the Botanics.

As You Like It, Shakespeare’s most romantic comedy, makes a welcome return. Henry V, a brand new production of Shakespeare’s brilliant meditation on war and leadership; Hamlet, Shakespeare's most human and heartfelt

tragedy; and Richard III, a new production of the tale of Shakespeare’s gloriously terrifying malcontent all feature too.

History: Journey back to the 1820s at the New Lanark World Heritage Site. Learn about the people who worked at the mill in times past and take a family hike out along the woodland path to the beautiful Falls of Clyde.

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before and make a day of it. Take a picnic lunch and explore your surroundings. You never know what you might find.

Tradition: Head to Loch Lomond Highland Games, Luss or Rosneath Highland Gathering this month for pipers, sports and dance.

Top of any list must be the freebies, especially if the holiday money cache is looking a bit depleted.

Let the children pick somewhere on the map (say within 30-40 miles) that you haven’t been to

This summer, you'll be able to see a major retrospective of photography by Linda McCartney shown in the UK for the first time

at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum from 5th July.

The Lighthouse, AKA Scotland’s Centre for Design and Architecture, is a bit of a hidden gem. It’s tucked away down a side street. Climb the incredible spiral staircase for panoramic views of the city.

There’s also the Gallery of Modern Art, The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel,

Botanic Gardens and Kibble Palace. Mugdock Country Park, Glasgow Cathedral and the Necropolis, the People's Palace and the Hunterian Museum – all no cost options.

A quick check around your own community and local council websites will also reveal a wealth of local events and things to do.

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A ‘dogs die in hot cars’ campaign is being backed by Argyll and Bute Council.

Stencilled messages will be sprayed in car parks reminding people not to gamble with their dog’s life.

Their role is to ensure that the child’s interests are being looked after by making their own enquiries and reporting anything to the panel that they think is relevant and should be taken into consideration.

When it’s 22˚ Celsius outside, within an hour, the temperature can reach more than twice that inside a vehicle, which can result in death for a dog.

The campaign stresses that dogs are covered in fur and do not sweat in the same way humans do.

It advises that if you can’t take your dog with you when you leave the car, leave it safely at home. Please do not take the risk by thinking you won’t be long.

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A common reason for a safeguarder appointment is often conflict between the local authority, being the social work department, and the parents. The panel may also feel they need further information in order to make a decision.

The safeguarder would speak to the relevant child and all relevant persons, usually parents, as well as any person they think may hold significant information, such as school or health visitor. Their findings and own recommendations are then reported back with a view to assisting the panel to make a substantive decision.

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Calendar of events Geein’ It Laldy: Ukulele Group Helensburgh Parish Church Halls

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. 01436 678050 Weekly

Seaside Special Holiday Club Helensburgh Baptist Church Mornings: 10am-12pm (P2-P6); Afternoons: 2-4pm (P7-S2). Our theme this year is Desert Detectives a Scripture Union Scotland Holiday Club.

Crafts, Games, Songs, Bible Stories led by Helen Buchanan (Contraflow).

Registration forms available on the day, all leaders are disclosure checked.

Children are welcome to attend individual sessions, the club is funded by the churches and there is no charge to attend. 0789747690 youthworker@contraflow.org.uk Runs till Friday 5th

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

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

Helensburgh Widows & Widowers Group Commodore Hotel, Helensburgh 6-8pm. A group for widows and widowers to meet, socialise and support each other. Pam Durrant 07904074013 First Monday of every month

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

01436 820352 Weekly

Helensburgh Army Cadets ACF Hut, Lomond Street, Helensburgh

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

U3A Monthly Meeting Helensburgh Parish Church Halls

2pm. Guest speaker to be confirmed. u3asites.org.uk/helensburgh/events First Monday of Every Month

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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: 9.4510.45am (£1 per child). Coffee and tea for the grown-ups and snack provided for the little ones. Weekly

Tuesday Afternoon Bridge Club Victoria Halls

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

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.

01436 820352 Weekly

Whist Drive Northwood House Nursing Home

7.15pm. £3 entry. Tea and biscuits.

New members welcome. 01436 674089 Weekly

Dance Scottish Helensburgh Parish Church Hall

8-10pm. We teach Scottish dance to adults of any age and experience.

Beginners are very welcome. No partner required, come on your own or with a friend/partner.

01436 842695 Weekly

Tuesday 2nd Helensburgh Rotary Club Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club 12.45pm for 1pm. Weekly lunch for members and rotarians from other clubs. Mike Jane 01436 821282 michaeljane57@me.com Weekly

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

Alison 01436 671613 Weekly

United Reformed Church

12.30pm. Tighten & reshape your body quickly while increasing strength flexibility & body alignment.

Non-impact & easy on the joints. For all ages & fitness levels.

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Helensburgh Oratorio Choir Rehearsal Helensburgh Parish Church Halls

7.30pm. Rehearsal for our exciting 2018-19 season. New members are always welcome. 07790 085988 kathryn_clark60@hotmail.com www.helensburghoratorio.co.uk 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

Art Classes Helensburgh Art Hub

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

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Cove and Kilcreggan Stay and Play Cove Burgh Hall

7-9pm. The ACF offers a variety of military-themed activities along with adventurous training and STEM, young people 12-18 yrs.

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3-4pm. New members welcome.

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What's On Calendar | July 2019 Infant Feeding Support Helensburgh Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 11am-12noon. We provide tea and coffee and there is a qualified NHS-trained peer that attends each meeting. A chance for mums to get help, support or just a cuppa. Weekly

Wednesday 3rd Coffee Mornings for Carers Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO Centre 10-12pm. Why not drop in for a coffee and a chat and a get together.

01436 673444 Fortnightly

Cardross Mother & Toddler Group Cardross Church Hall

10-11.30am. Come join us for coffee and a chat while the wee ones play!

07717 238979 cardrossmotherandtoddlers@gmail.com Weekly

Baby & Toddler Group Helensburgh Parish Church Hall

10-11.30am. Lots of toys, drinks and snacks provided. All welcome.

Maria 07584 067901 Weekly

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

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6.10pm. Tighten & reshape your body quickly while increasing strength flexibility & body alignment. Nonimpact & easy on the joints. For all ages & fitness levels.

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Garelochhead Dog Training Gibson Hall

7-7.45pm. Beginner and puppy specialisation. 7.45-8.30pm.

Intermediate socialisation. 8.309.25pm. Advanced. Rewards based training in a friendly atmosphere.

All Welcome. 07384 341920 www.facebook.com/GarelochheadDTC/ Weekly

Workshops and Classes regularly held including Reiki Courses, Meditation Workshops, Crystal Workshops

Wednesday 3rd 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. We welcome any instrumentalists to join us from accordions, guitar, flute, drums or whatever you would like to bring.

07979 206 845 Weekly

Thursday 4th Victoria Bridge Club

Victoria Halls

1pm. New members always welcome. Partners required but we may be able to match up people if needed. Give it a go!

01436 672099 / 01436 672155 Weekly

The Welcome In Recovery Café 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

Film & Reminiscence Dementia Resource Centre 1.30-4pm. For people who are living with Dementia. Come along and enjoy an afternoon of film and reminiscence. Tea & coffee. Suggested donation £2. 01436 678050

Student Art Class St Joseph's Lower Hall, Helensburgh 4-5.30pm. Art class aimed at students aged 10+. All materials and snack included. Book via karlynsclasses.com Weekly

Okeko Bioenergy Therapy Group Healing Sessions Cardross Library 5-7pm. Booking required. Minimal time investment from optimal healing. 15/30min during 5 consecutive days. Free of charge.

Donations gratefully accepted. T&C’s apply. 07411181177 heal@okeko.org okeko.org Weekly

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 and Lomond Young Carers Drama Workshop Helensburgh and Lomond Carers Centre, Lomond Street 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 Facebook @helensburghandlomondyoungcarers Weekly

Friday 5th Sculpt Callanetics MAE Technique Helensburgh Parish Church

9.30am. Tighten & reshape your body quickly while increasing strength flexibility & body alignment. Nonimpact & easy on the joints. For all ages & fitness levels.

07880 630065 • Facebook: @sculptcallanetics Weekly

Chair Yoga Classes 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.

07799031649 Weekly

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

Alison 01436 371613 Weekly

Book Group Helensburgh Library

10-11.30am. Book group for Dementia sufferers and Carers.

01436 658833 helensburghlibrary@ liveargyll.co.uk Weekly

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

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Calendar of events Cove & Kilcreggan Youth Café

Saturday 6th Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Sallochy Trail 9.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. A gradual ascent through a wooded area is followed by splendid views of Loch Lomond and beyond. A fairly steep descent leads on to part of the West Highland Way. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

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. 01436 671613 alison@argylltsi.org.uk Weekly

Lomond and Clyde Community Orchestra Rehearsals St Michael's Church Hall, Helensburgh

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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Craigrownie Parish Church Annual Summer Fête Cove Burgh Hall 2pm. Stalls, home baking, fresh fruit and veg, tearoom, preserves, books, plants, tombola and many more.

01436 842184

Cream Teas Helensburgh U.R.C. 2-4pm. Adult £3 Children £1 includes delicious scone, cream and jam, tea/coffee. Various stalls.

01436 672352 Weekly

Sunday 7th Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers The Mell (Glen Finglas Loop)

10-12pm. We have vacancies in all sections. A friendly community orchestra, come along to our rehearsal. No auditions or minimum standards. Percussion provided.

Parents with playing children are welcome. Anne Evans 07976 726822 Weekly

8.30am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. A long undulating circuit from Brig O'Turk past Glen Finglas reservoir, up Glen Meann and up to the higher part passing the back of Meall Cala (The Mell). Steep descent back to Glen Finglas to join the reservoir. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

Helensburgh Amateur Swimming Club Helensburgh Swimming Pool

Coaching programme for competitive swimmers, aged 6+.

See website for training schedule. www.helensburghasc.co.uk Weekly

Tuesday 9th Veterans Brunch Club Gibson Hall, Garelochhead

11-1pm. £3.50 (free to Veterans and their family). Come and talk to other veterans over a meal. All welcome.

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Helensburgh Flower Club Victoria Halls, Helensburgh

2pm. Join us for the short AGM and also to listen to our first class speaker Dr Kate Kerr with ‘The Challenge’. We look forward to seeing you. All welcome. helensburghflowerclub@gmail.com Second Tuesday of every month

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Helensburgh Digital Photography Club Hermitage Academy Library

ABBA Sing Along Dementia Resource Centre

1.30-3pm. Come and enjoy a sing along. Refreshments will be served.

Suggested donation of £2. 01436 678050

Friday 12th

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Saturday 13th

7.30pm. All ages welcome. Join our Facebook group for details. Fortnightly

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7-9pm. For anyone who is caring for someone who has Frontotemporal Dementia. 01436 678050 Second Thursday of every month

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1.30-3pm. For people who are living with dementia. Get creative using the written word. No previous experience necessary. Different methods such as writing, scribing and voice recordings will be used.

01436 678050

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.

01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

FTD Carer Support Group Dementia Resource Centre

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Legal Advice Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO Centre

10-1pm. A Senior Solicitor from Morison's 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

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

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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!

07581570090 or 07854262255 www.bethesdachristianfellowship.org.uk

Summer Coffee Morning Helensburgh Parish Church

10-12pm. Adults £2, children 50p.

Stalls including home baking, books, jewellery, plants, and treasures. Entrance includes tea/coffee. Everyone welcome.

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What's On Calendar | July 2019 Summer Fête St. Modan's Parish Church

Sunday 14th

Friday 19th

2pm. Stalls include home baking, plants, children's tent, books, raffle, tea room, tombola and much more.

Join us for a fun filled afternoon.

Donations appreciated.

01436 831848 / 01436 831501

Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers The Scottish Beaver Trail

Walk the Walk, Walking Group Dementia Resource Centre

9am. Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park. The walk is in two parts. First a 2.5km circular walk round Loch Barnluasgan which includes a short climb on steps to 100m. This is followed by a 5km circular walk round Loch Coille-Barr.

The almost level route includes a visit to an abandoned settlement and an ancient cross slab and well. We should see signs of beaver activity on both routes. Sorry, no dogs except registered assistance dogs.

01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

1.30-3pm. Meet at the DRC to walk along the sea front, returning around 2.15pm for a cuppa and a blether. Donation welcome for refreshments. 01436 642197

7pm. Free movie night for kids and young teens with free popcorn. All films are rated PG or U. Pick up a flyer from the church office. The evening will be supervised by our Youthworker Emily and volunteers with PVG. familyministry@helensburghcos.org

Midway Open Helensburgh Golf Club

Summer Of Gin The Commodore Inn If you like gin, you will love our gin event! You will get to try all new flavoured and classic gins paired with the perfect mixer and garnish to accompany it! Stay tuned for more info! @thecommodorehelensburgh Also on Sun 14th

8.30am. Gents Singles Stableford.

Visitors £14.00, Members £10.00. Tue 16th: Lady Captain’s Day; Wed 24th: Ladies Open Tri-Am, Ladies 3-Person Team. Visitors £10.00, Members £9.00.

01436 674173 g.m@helensburghgolfclub.co.uk

Monday 15th Helensburgh Summer School Musical Theatre Week St Joseph's Church Hall, Helensburgh

9am-3pm. 'Mamma Mia!’ with guest directors and choreographers. For ages 5-15 years. £110 for full week.

07917 624848 mcleod63@hotmail.com Runs until 19th July

Wednesday 17th

Rosneath Peninsula Highland Gathering Howie Park, Rosneath

9am. Tickets: Adults £5, Concessions £3, Child £2, Family ticket £10. Enjoy meeting old friends and new, and competitors show off their skills and athletic prowess in the traditional highland games events such as tossing the caber and the tug o' war, or in the track and field and cycling events. 01436 831 406 www.rosneathgames.co.uk

10.30-12pm. A community café with tea, coffee and home baking. The programme includes a mix of musical entertainment, poems and slide shows. 07581570090 or 07854262255 www.bethesdachristianfellowship.org.uk Third Wednesday of every month

Sunday 21st Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Buachaille Etive Beag

Saturday 20th Beats and Eats Helensburgh & Lomond Civic Centre 6-11pm. Bringing you chill out vibes and club classics with the Sounds of the Summer DJ's, cocktails bars, pop up bars and street food, as well as amazing views over the Clyde.

An indoor and outdoor event with something to suit all tastes. Special Guest DJ's still to be announced! @shsevents Also on Sun 21st

9.30am. 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.

01389 731953 mather.joyce@gmail.com

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

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Sunday 14th

Movie Night The Bridge, Helensburgh Parish Church

Thursday 18th Hermitage Park Action Day Hermitage Park, Helensburgh

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Sunday 28th

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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

Carer Drop In Café Dementia Resource Centre

2-4pm. For anyone who is caring for someone who has dementia.

Meet with our Dementia Advisor and Outreach Support Worker, from Helensburgh & Lomond Carers, for information and support. 01436 678050 Last Friday of every month

Wednesday 31st Helensburgh & Dumbarton Parkinsons Support Group Helensburgh Parish Church Hall

Drawn to Art Dementia Resource Centre

1.30-3pm. For people living with dementia. Come and enjoy a variety of creative activities including Zen colouring, clay moulding, card making, origami and still life drawing.

01436 678050 Last Friday of every month

Ceilidh Dance Osprey Suite, Commodore Hotel

8pm. Helensburgh & District Highland Association are holding their regular monthly dance. Featuring Lomond Ceilidh Band. Members £8 and visitors £10 (Children - half price.) 8pm till midnight. All welcome!

01389 756996 ra.r@blueyonder.co.uk www.helensburghhighlandassociation.org Last Friday of every month

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THREE LOCHS WAY COULD BE SUMMER TREAT As summer really begins it is as good a time as any to remind residents and visitors to the area of the trails amongst Scotland's finest scenery which are right on the doorstep.

One of the finest, The Three Lochs Way, is managed and maintained by the voluntary efforts of members of Helensburgh and District Access Trust.

easily be walked in three to four days and it also offers plenty of options for shorter day walks.

They tell us that The Gareloch and Loch Long are recurrent scenic backdrops as the Three Lochs Way takes you through a necklace of communities strung along the Clyde Sea Lochs. It takes the walker from gentle landscapes, gradually into the scenic drama of mountain, crag and loch.

Stoneymollan Road, a delightful ancient route linking Balloch and Cardross.

Rarely rising above 250 metres, the route’s 55 kilometres (34 miles) can

We are grateful to the Trust for their Top Ten Highlights.

The stunning view over Loch Lomond when you cross the Highland Boundary Fault at Goukhill Muir.

in a major clan battle at the head of the glen).

Great views north of Garelochhead over Loch Long to the knobbly skyline of ‘Argyll’s Bowling Green’ and the ‘Arrochar Alps’.

The craggy ‘Cobbler’, the area’s finest mountain and a must climb ‘Corbet’.

Delightful Glen Loin Woodlands, Site of Special Scientific Interest and home to red squirrels.

The impressive Sloy hydro electricity installations, built at the end of WWII with help from German POWs.

Helensburgh’s beautiful tree lined streets. Charles Rennie Macintosh’s ‘The Hill House’.

A traverse of the fine Munro, Ben Vorlich, from Loch Sloy over to Ardlui makes a great way to top off your Three Lochs Way experience.

Peaceful Glen Fruin (but not in 1603 when 300 Macgregors routed a much larger force of Colquhouns

See great highlight photos taken by walkers on FB The Three Lochs Way.

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POIGNANT GIFT TO THE MAID

Maid of the Loch supporter Sheila McLaughlin has donated two of the vessel’s original bench seats to the under-restoration steamer, originally gifted by her late father Charles (Charlie) Donnachie.

Charlie started work in the mid 1940’s for Clyde Steamers operated by LMS, who had a base at the Prince’s Pier in Greenock.

When the Maid came into service in 1953 she was served by the same team, and Charlie often made the journey to Loch Lomond to carry out repairs.

The benches will now be restored, and fitted with plaques in memory of Sheila’s dad.

INTERNATIONAL TALENT AT GATHERING The Rosneath Peninsula Highland Gathering has always attracted the attention of visitors and competitors not just from across Scotland and the UK but from around the globe.

But this month the international interest is exceptional. Entries received have arrived from Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Australia and the USA. Highland Dancing Convenor Margaret MacInnes is looking forward to welcoming the Niagara Falls Dancers, a large group coming all the way from Canada to compete.

Piping entries too include several from the Netherlands, New Zealand, Australia and the USA. The Rosneath Gathering is a very traditional Scottish highland games organised and run by volunteers from within the community and is sponsored by local businesses and organisations. In addition to all the highland games heavy events the competitions include solo piping and highland dancing, cycling, track and field events and the ‘infamous’ hill race.

Chairman Robert MacIntyre says: “It gives me great pleasure to once again welcome

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friends old and new to the Rosneath Gathering. Our event incorporates athletes of the highest calibre taking part in the various competitions alongside fun events for all the family with something for everyone to enjoy.

Including the many trade stands and refreshment outlets.“ The Gathering will once again welcome its Chieftain for 2019, Captain Craig Mearns Royal Navy, the Captain of HM Naval Base Clyde. At 12.30pm the Chieftain and the Chairman will lead the Grand Parade through Rosneath village to the Howie Park accompanied by the Helensburgh Clan Colquhoun Pipe Band where Captain Mearns will officially

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Robert adds “I would like to thank all our sponsors and supporters for their contribution, without them the Gathering could not take place�

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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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VOTING BEGINS FOR A SHARE OF OUR £1,000 COMMUNITY CHEST Local good causes across the Helensburgh and Lomond area have the chance to receive a share of £1,000!

The Helensburgh Community Advertiser has teamed up with leading housebuilder Taylor Wimpey West Scotland to offer three local good causes across the Helensburgh and Lomond area the chance to receive a share of £1,000 in our fantastic Community Chest initiative!

We’ve been looking for charities which rely heavily on donations to keep up their good work in the community, or organisations that make a real difference to the local area.

You, our readers, have been nominating your worthy causes from across the local area which you feel are most deserving of a share of this generous cash award.

Our editorial team and Taylor Wimpey West Scotland have now whittled down the nominations to produce the following shortlist of deserving causes, and we would now like you to cast your

vote for your favourite charity or local cause to receive a cash boost!

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local cause to receive a share of our £1000 cash donation.

“The Community Chest is a great way to recognise the unsung heroes that are found in the local communities where we build new homes, and I’d urge readers to get involved and now choose their favourite cause to get a fundraising boost.”

To cast your vote, send an email to editor@communityadvertiser. co.uk with “Community Chest Vote” in the subject line. Include your name telephone number and name of the organisation you are voting for, only one vote per person per email address.

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GETTING READY FOR GO SWIM Lomond Shores has teamed up with the National Park to launch this brand new open water swimming event, aimed at all ages and experience levels, to be staged on Saturday, September 7.

There will be events for all ages and standards of swimmers, including the family friendly 250 metre option for those aged 8 and over (accompanied by an adult) and 750 metre and 1500 metre options for those just starting out in open water swimming.

For experienced swimmers there are 3000 metre, 5000 metre and 10,000 metre options.

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TOP AWARD FOR KILCREGGAN NEWSHOUNDS Pupils from Kilcreggan Primary School have received a prestigious Young Reporters Scotland award in recognition of their creative reporting on environmental issues. is great that their work has been recognised as valuable.”

The pupils were presented with the accolade as part of the Young Reporters Scotland 2019 competition – which encourages young people to share their voice on sustainability subjects through film, writing and photography.

The initiative provides a platform for participants to investigate and report on the subjects they are passionate about and increase their knowledge and awareness of environmental topics.

The Young Reporters Scotland judging panel placed the Kilcreggan pupils work first in the 11-14 years Film Category with their entry Kilcreggan Against Plastic.

Kilcreggan Primary School Headteacher, Frances Bretman tells us: “This is a fabulous achievement for these pupils. They have been very active in their desire to make others, locally and in the wider world aware of the environmental issues around plastic and particularly around plastic pollution in the sea and on our shorelines. It

Young Reporters Scotland is open Scotland-wide to those aged 8-26.

The programme is linked to the international Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) initiative and selected Scottish entries are then entered into the international competition.

Anne-Marie Robb, Education and Learning Coordinator at Keep Scotland Beautiful, commented: “I would like to congratulate the Kilcreggan Primary School pupils on their success in this competition.

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a fantastic opportunity for young people to learn new skills and share their views on protecting our environment.

“Across Scotland, over 200 young people participated in the competition from across ten local authorities. All of the submissions were fantastic and it’s great to see so many young people engaging with issues that affect the future of their planet.”

Further information on Young Reporters Scotland can be found at: www.keepscotlandbeautiful. org/yrs.

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CHILDREN INVITED TO JOIN SPACE fun CHASE AT LIVEARGYLL LIBRARIES THE RISE OF LiveArgyll libraries are calling for children to sign up to read six books this summer as part of Space Chase, Summer Reading Challenge 2019.

THE ICE LOLLIES The Summer Reading Challenge asks 4-11 year olds to borrow and read any six library books over the summer. The theme for the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge is Space Chase, inspired by the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing.

Children will team up with futuristic family The Rockets for an exciting space mission as they track down books nabbed by a mischievous band of aliens. As children read library books for the Summer Reading Challenge, they will receive special stickers, some with mysterious smells as surprise LiveArgyll gifts during the challenge. By adding these stickers to their collectable mission folders, young readers will help the Rockets solve clues, dodge asteroids and discover the missing books, having lots of fun and adventures along the way.

To take part in Space Chase, all children need to do is sign up at their nearest LiveArgyll library,

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where they will be given a collector folder to keep a record of their Summer Reading Challenge journey.

Space Chase launches in libraries across Argyll and Bute from 22nd June until the end of August.

There’s a whole programme of events and activities planned at LiveArgyll libraries for families over the summer to celebrate the Summer Reading Challenge, including storytelling, design your own t-shirts and create a clay character.

Just contact your local library or visit our website www.liveargyll.co.uk for further information.

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The Summer Reading Challenge celebrates its 20th anniversary

this year and is the UK’s biggest literacy campaign, with a different theme each year.

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July means midges and dodgy weather, if you’re a pessimist, but brilliant sport and the ever-present promise of glorious sunshine if you’re an optimist.

The month starts in fine form with the first of two superb Highland Games events when the annual gathering of Clan Colquhoun takes place in Luss – an event first staged back in 1875, when enthusiasm for all things traditional and Scottish reached new heights during the glory days of the British Empire under Queen Victoria.

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In some ways little has changed since those far-off times, because the Luss Games lay heavy store on tradition and heritage, but in others rest assured it’s a thoroughly 21st century family fun day which also features a packed programme of thrilling sports events, from running to solo piping.

This year’s event is on Saturday, July 6, and as ever will be a superb spectacle packed with entertainment and supported by committed local community groups, local farmers and, of course, sports enthusiasts of many different kinds.

The Clan element ensures a steady stream of visitors from across the world, never more so than now when enthusiasm for this most Scottish of skills contests is every bit as exuberant as

in those famous days of yesteryear – the bearded sports warriors of the late 19th century would see nothing amiss in the way things are conducted now.

Yet while you are quite likely to bump into distinguished guests from across the Scottish diaspora in search of their heritage it’s also a wonderful summer event absolutely everybody can enjoy, with a well-proven track record of delivering the sort of day out that golden memories are made of.

By the time this issue appears full details of the programme will be available, and an impressive array of competitors and performers will be tuning up, or limbering up, and preparing for one of the truly great local summer days out.

You’ll find full information on the Games programme at www. lusshighlandgames.co.uk.

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