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Asra Crafts Poppies for Funds ........... 3 Vote for Clarkston Heroes ................. 4 Annie's 10K Charity Bid ..................... 5 School Digital Awards ......................... 6 Give Space for More Chat .................. 6 Clarkston Christmas Plan .................... 7 Taxi Firm Sponsors Football Club ...... 8 Best Small Shop Finalist ..................... 8 Event Goes with a Bang .................. 10 Libraries Reward Readers ................ 10 Pick Up Your Racquet Again ........... 11 Legion Members Finish Project ....... 11 Appeal for New Volunteers ............ 12 Talent Show Fundraiser ................... 12 Late News .......................................... 12 New Test for Heart Disease?............ 14 What's Up Doc .................................. 14 Katie's Long Run Raises £7k ............ 17 Support Groups ................................ 17 Dreaming of Christmas ............. 18&19 Life-Changing Fund-Raiser............... 20 Legal Matters .................................... 20

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Clarkston Medical Centre: Drs Boardman, King, Earl & Boyd: 0141 451 0610 Clarkston Medical: Drs Morrice, Masson, Geddes & Andrews: 0141 451 0620 Eastwoodmains Medical Practice: 0141 451 0630 Elmwood Medical Centre: 0141 451 0650 Maclean Medical Practice: 0141 451 0670 • Greenlaw Medical Practice: Unit 3, 3 Greenlaw Place, Newton Mearns: 0141 639 8833 • Mearns Medical Centre: 30 Maple Avenue, Newton Mearns: 0141 639 2753 • Sheddens Medical Practice: 5A Eaglesham Road, Clarkston: 0141 644 2356 • Williamwood Medical Centre: 85 Seres Road, Clarkston: 0141 620 0333

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What’s On ................................... 21–26 Future of PO Uncertain ...................

Local Art for Sale ..............................

Dinner Raises £500 for Charity ........

Senior Savvy ......................................

Menopause Café to Open ...............

Good Causes at Work ......................

Nae Fireworks Nights .......................

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Cartvale Reopens ..............................

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ASRA CRAFTS POPPIES FOR FUNDS A former pupil at a Clarkston secondary has crocheted hundreds of poppies to support the school’s fundraising efforts.

Asra Ahmed, from Clarkston, has crocheted hundreds of poppies to help the school's fundraising efforts. Asra also embroidered a canvas of the school in 2018

She is currently in third year of studying Orthoptics at Glasgow Caledonian University and also works part time as a science and maths tutor.

Asra Ahmed, 21, has created 100 poppies for Williamwood High School’s Armistice event this month. Last year, she also donated 100 poppies to mark the centenary anniversary of World War I at the school.

She also embroidered a canvas of the school in 2018 and, this year, Asra has made another canvas with a World War I memorial theme to help raise funds for Poppy Scotland.

Asra started hand-crafting items at a young age and has taught herself many skills, including sewing, knitting, candle decorating and crocheting, which she took up at school.

to school events and to fundraise.”

Asra, who left the school in 2016, said: “I am very fond of Williamwood High School. Last year marked a century since World War I and I crocheted and donated exactly 100 poppies to help with my school’s fundraiser.

Asra was very involved in fundraising activities while attending the Clarkston school and used her crafting talents to create crocheted goods and handmade items, including a handmade banner for her year’s graduation ceremony.

“My ambition is to make a positive contribution to the community and to use my creativity to enhance the school’s objectives, to contribute

She said: “I always hand made items for the school for different occasions, making things for my lead school charity group, Mary’s Meals, gifts for the elderly for

Asra added: “As much as my course keeps me busy, I like to spare some time and help young people with their studies, particularly for maths and science, as well as do some crafts.”

the school’s Burns’ Lunch and donations for the Classrooms for Malawi team.

“Despite leaving almost three years ago, I continue to contribute to the school, whether that is by crocheting poppies for Remembrance Day or helping the Parent Teachers’ Association with their donations. My hope is to be as inspiring as the school has been for me.”

Williamwood publicly thanked Asra for her “beautiful handmade poppies” and announced that they have displayed her “skillful and intricate” canvas of the school in one of their interview rooms.

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VOTE FOR CLARKSTON HEROES All of the winners were recognised for their help and support in improving the lives of local residents and the community.

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The second I Love Clarkston Community Awards is inviting nominations for local unsung heroes who deserve recognition.

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by I Love Clarkston Business Improvement District (BID) with nominations launched this month in seven categories: Young Person of the Year, Inspirational Leader, Group of the Year, Customer Service Star, Independent Business of the Year, National Business of the Year and the top prize, the Community Champion 2020.

An eighth award will be The I Love Clarkston Award, which will be given to a winner chosen by the I Love Clarkston management team on the night of the awards.

The 2020 awards ceremony will be held on February 28.

Last year’s inaugural ILC Community Awards were greatly received and saw eight gongs presented to community members, groups and businesses in Clarkston.

Andy Dunlop, the manager at Clarkston Business Improvement District, said: “Last year we ran the Community Awards for the first time and it was a huge success. It sold out and we gave out eight community awards. “We are looking forward to another successful year for the awards.�

Local people can make their nominations on-line and there will be a nominations stall at the Very Merry Clarkston Christmas event on November 16.

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A mum from Newton Mearns was joined by 31 friends and family to run a race in aid of a charity that is close to her heart.

Anne McNeill was the driving force for the all-female group, which has raised £7530 for Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis after her dad Niall McHugh died.

Anne’s mum, Marie McHugh, of Clarkston, and her aunt, Anne Finn, of nearby King’s Park, were among the fund-raising runners who took part in the Great Scottish Run 10k in September.

Anne said: “It was important to me, my family and friends to raise funds and awareness of the lung disease, which contributed to my dad’s death in December 2017.”

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The runners also included 23 mums from Newton Mearns, three more women from Clarkston, one from Newlands, another from Milngavie and two of Anne’s cousins from Ireland. Coco hairdressers in Clarkston donated money from their clients and Rhythm Time Glasgow South organised a raffle to help boost the funds.

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“I had watched my dad die of his lungs failing so we all wanted to challenge ourselves and use our lungs to our max. My friends and family were very supportive in doing this with me.

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SCHOOL DIGITAL GIVE SPACE FOR MORE CHAT AWARDS isolation is not only an issue for the elderly these days.”

The “happy to chat” initiative was only recently launched in the region, but already 10 local cafés have come on board, including a couple in Giffnock. Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire supply a sign that cafés put on a table that shows that people are happy to chat to other customers.

Three local schools have been recognised for their commitment to promoting digital skills in the classroom.

St Joseph’s Primary in Busby, Carolside Primary in Clarkston and Kirkhill Primary in Newton Mearns were among 13 East Renfrewshire schools highlighted at a national event after completing a pioneering education initiative to encourage digital learning.

Councillor Paul O’Kane said: “It is fantastic to see so many East Renfrewshire schools honoured with this award, adding to those which had already gained this recognition. Well done to all the pupils and staff involved in working towards gaining these awards.”

Local café owners are being encouraged to join the Meeting Point movement to help tackle loneliness

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The group has been very pleased with the initial response to the scheme. Paulina said: “The café An appeal has been launched to encourage more owners are delighted and many café owners to join the Meeting Point movement of them tell stories about how they support their customers in a bid to tackle loneliness. to connect. We want greater numbers of local businesses issue of isolation experienced by The Meeting Point scheme to be more encouraging and people of all ages.

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CLARKSTON CHRISTMAS PLAN

The biggest free event to be staged in the region takes place in Clarkston this month – and it gets the festive season off to a merry start.

It’s hoped “A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas”, which will be held on November 16, will attract more than last year’s bumper 12,000 people.

The one-day winter event will bring a huge Christmas market to the area with 50 local stallholders selling their products. As well as stalls, there will be a food and drink tent, funfair rides, Santa’s Express Train, grotto and live entertainment before a fireworks display.

An addition to this year’s event is the arrival of new Christmas lights, which will be hung throughout the town.

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and above the canopy down to Clarkston Toll, where two illuminated 3D reindeers will be standing.

so successful it brought in more than £400,000 to the local area.

Sadly as Andy explained, it could be Clarkston’s last event of its kind.

He said: “Next June, the Business Andy Dunlop, Business Improvement District is going for a Improvement District manager in re-ballot, but if we are unsuccessful Clarkston, said: “The numbers are pretty substantial in terms of what there will be no Christmas event, it has done for the local economy.” so this could potentially be the last time we run this. We hope to be Staging an event on this scale back but we need support from the can cost almost £20,000 and the local businesses. majority of funding comes from “This is the biggest free-to-attend local businesses who signed up event in East Renfrewshire, so if to the Business Improvement you don’t attend, you are missing District. This year, the I Love out. We are very proud of it and Clarkston BID also received we hope people come along and £5000 from The Big Lottery Fund enjoy it.” and an additional grant from East Renfrewshire’s Renewable For more information, follow Energy Fund which pays for new I Love Clarkston on Facebook Christmas lights along the shop at www.facebook.com/ fronts at Sheddens Roundabout Iloveclarkston.

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November 2019 | Local News

EVENT GOES LIBRARIES REWARD READERS WITH A BANG

to hear how much they enjoyed it.

Our Reading Hackers have been a great support during the challenge.

They helped younger children to choose titles, recommended books and also helped our library staff.

“The space-themed sessions were great fun and our aspiring astronauts had a blast with our storytelling, sci-fi labs, space craft sessions and alien hunts.”

Families are invited to attend what is claimed to be the “largest and best” fireworks display on Glasgow’s southside.

The annual GHA Rugby Club fireworks event takes place at the club grounds on Braidholm Road, Giffnock, on Tuesday November 5.

The gates will open at 6pm and the fireworks will start from 7.15pm.

The organisers also promise “music, food stalls and novelties”.

Tickets are priced at £7 for adults and £5 for under 16s. Children aged under five are free.

You can buy your tickets online to avoid the queues and also take advantage of a discounted family ticket for two adults and two or more children.

See www.gharugby.co.uk.

A record number of schoolchildren in East Renfrewshire completed this year’s Reading Challenge through their local libraries.

A total of 1100 young readers took part in this year’s scheme, an increase of 10 per cent compared to last year, and they read 6600 books.

The challenge aims to develop children’s reading skills and enjoyment. This year’s theme was space, marking the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing.

Those who completed the Reading Challenge were also

invited along to special ceremonies to acknowledge their efforts.

Head of Libraries, Scott Simpson, attended a Clarkston ceremony to reward children with medals and certificates, as well as to thank the teen “Reading Hackers” who supported the younger children and library staff.

Scott said: “We’re pleased that so many children joined in this year’s challenge and we’re even happier

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Local News | November 2019

PICK UP YOUR RACQUET AGAIN LEGION MEMBERS FINISH PROJECT

The Mearns Cross Memorial in 1983

A badminton club for over-60s players is keen to encourage new members to come along.

The Racqueteers Badminton Club meet in Busby every Tuesday and Thursday from 10am to noon.

The club is aimed at men and women aged 60 and over, who previously played badminton and would like to get back playing on a regular basis.

Jean Neill, the club’s treasurer, said: “We hope to attract new members to our club and we are open to anyone over 60 who enjoys playing badminton and likes to keep fit.

“The benefits include regular meet ups with likeminded people of a similar age and the chance to play a fun sport.”

The Memorial as it looks now

A local branch of the Royal British Legion Scotland is nearing the completion of a project to improve the site around a special memorial.

The Racqueteers club is part of Badminton Scotland and was founded some 20 years ago. The sessions take place between September and May.

The members of the Royal British Legion Newton Mearns have paid for tens of thousands of pounds of work at Mearns Cross and undertaken a lot of the renovations themselves, including planting flowers and installing a marble wall.

Jean added: “We operate a system where we only play doubles, which allows everyone to play more games.

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Remembrance Sunday on November 10 will be marked at the memorial with a parade, wreath laying and a minute’s silence observed at 11am.

“We are very happy with how the site now looks especially as we move towards Remembrance Day this year.

Jim, who had a role in the design of the improvements at the memorial site, added: “It is important that the memorial is accessible and in good condition so that people have a prominent place to remember their loved ones for many, many years to come.”

“We are also delighted that we have already had two ‘best kept’

See www.legionscotland.org.uk/ newton-mearns-branch.

Branch chairman Jim Neary said: “We are now in the final phase of the work after many years.

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APPEAL FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS A local Oxfam shop is making an urgent appeal for volunteers.

The Newton Mearns Oxfam boutique specialises in the sale of ladies clothes.

While the shop has a full-time manager, it is only possible to open every day thanks to a team of volunteers.

A spokesperson said: “We are looking for enthusiastic, willing and reliable people to help in the shop.

“Volunteers could be anyone with spare time, perhaps older children still at school, school leavers, parents, or older residents.

“Shifts are usually four hours but can be flexible according to a volunteer’s commitments.”

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TALENT SHOW FUNDRAISER A drama club for young adults with additional support needs is hosting a fundraising talent show this month.

Monday 4th Eastwood Choral Society

Park Church, Ravenscliffe Drive, Giffnock 7.30-9.30pm. A mixed voice adult choir.

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The Magic of Showbiz, based in Newton Mearns, will be showcasing their talents including cabaret, song and dance.

The MOSB’s Got Talent evening takes place at 1st Barrhead Scout Hall in Barrhead on November 9, from 6.30pm to 10pm.

Lotta Cates, from the club, said: “The members of the club decided they would like a talent night rather than putting on a big performance together.

“We hope the evening will be have a cabaret atmosphere.

Anyone who wishes to show off their talents is welcome to join in the fun. Guests are also encouraged to come dressed as a movie star.”

The event includes a tombola, bingo and circus games, to add to the fundraising aims. There

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This month: ALL BEING WELL…?

Barely a week goes by without some news about heart attacks and strokes or “good” and “bad” cholesterol.

We worry about high cholesterol or ‘bad’ cholesterol because of the impact it has on cardiovascular risk. In other words, how much it affects the chances of having problems like a heart attack or stroke.

Unfortunately, we in the West of Scotland top the leader board for these problems.

Park at Maryhill, taking part in a worldwide study to help assess the importance of Lp(a).

A higher level of Lp(a) may be genetic but it may also be higher in people who have had a heart attack or a stroke or are at risk of one.

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The New Economics Foundation, describes a more positive approach by encouraging people to live their best life by doing these five things: Connect – with family, friends, colleagues or neighbours – building connections provides stability in a fast-changing world; Take Notice – Use all your senses to appreciate what’s around you and take stock from time to

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KATIE’S LONG RUN RAISES £7K

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Age Scotland Helpline

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A personal trainer who ran 180 miles solo from Inverness to Glasgow has raised an astonishing £7061 for a charity close to her heart.

Katie Hall, who lives in Busby and is originally from Dundonald in Ayrshire, took just five days to complete the challenge. It included 20,000ft of climbing, which is more than 4.5 times the height of the UK’s highest mountain Ben Nevis.

She ran 12 to 15 hours each day following two long-distance trails, the Great Glen Way between Inverness and Fort William, and then the West Highland Way, from Fort William to Milngavie, just north of Glasgow.

She was raising funds for Ayrshire Cancer Support Charity, which

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Katie’s challenge saw her carrying all her own clothes and kit and wild camping every night. She said: “It was an epic journey. On paper, the stats speak for themselves, however all of that pales in comparison to the overwhelming support, camaraderie and love from everyone who was following my progress.

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LIFE-CHANGING FUND-RAISER A local branch of a charity that organises life-changing pilgrimage holidays for disabled and disadvantaged children has raised £14,500 at one event.

Group 23, which is part of HCPT Scotland, organised a curry night in Christ the King Church Hall in King’s Park for 200 people.

Turban Tandoori, of Giffnock, provided the food for free – and also donated £2000, which is enough to support two children to travel with HCPT next year.

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This month: DO YOU HAVE A WILL? Eileen Murray, of HCPT, said: “We are delighted that the funds raised will allow a total of 12 to 13 children to enjoy a free holiday of a lifetime to Lourdes in France at Easter.”

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According to recent research, more than half of all adults in Scotland do not have a will. Considering one’s own mortality can be difficult, and younger adults often believe that will-making is something to be attended to later in life.

a solicitor to make a will on their behalf. However, most solicitors’ firms will offer competitive rates, and legal aid is available to those who meet the qualifying criteria.

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Unmarried partners do not automatically inherit from each other’s estates unless set out in their wills.

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During November, solicitors up and down the country will be providing will writing services for free, and encouraging their clients to make a donation in lieu of fees, to Will Aid. Will Aid is a British charity, founded in 1988, and is a special partnership between the legal profession and nine of the UK’s best loved charities.

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Calendar of events Eastwood Sub-Aqua Club

Saturday 26th Oct WILD Forest School Sessions Linn Park LNR, Glasgow 1-3pm. WILD run Saturday Forest School Sessions for children aged 5-11 years in Linn Park. Sessions include cooking on fire, nature crafts, using tools, learning about local wildlife, conservation and loads of fun! Join WILD for a Forest School Adventure! Weekly for 6 weeks www.wildwoodlandlearning.co.uk

Eastwood Park Leisure Pool 7.30pm. For those already qualified in scuba as well as people new to the sport.

Minimum age is 14 and all equipment is provided. www.eastwooddivers.co.uk Weekly

Blether Group

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 12-2pm. Sit back with a cuppa, relax and enjoy a peaceful afternoon!

All welcome. 0141 639 7248 Weekly

Computer Basics

Friday 1st Singing for the Brain Newton Mearns Parish Church 12.30-2.30pm. Run by The Richmond Fellowship Scotland and uses singing to bring people with dementia together in a friendly and stimulating social environment. Weekly 0141 881 2076 • klochhead@trfs.org.uk

Toddler Group Broom Parish Church 10am. Parents have the opportunity to chat over a cup of tea or coffee while children between birth and 3 years old play together. 0141 639 3528 Weekly during term-time.

Community Cinema Club Newton House Care Home 4pm. Our Community Cinema Club for those who are living with Dementia or memory problems. This includes family and friends also. www.hamberleycarehomes.co.uk First Friday of the Month until December

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 1-4.30pm. Need a hand with a computer, laptop, tablet or even a smartphone?

Drop-in for a bit of help. Free.

0141 639 7248

Music Classes for Children

Stamperland Parish Church 9.45am P1. 10.30am P2. 11.15am P3.

Fun and engaging classes for children led by a qualified music specialist with over 10 years teaching experience. Tea/ coffee available for accompanying adults. rootsintomusic@hotmail.com Weekly during term time

Magic of Showbiz

The Edge, Newton Mearns Drama: 12.30-1.30pm. Dance: 2-3pm A musical theatre drama club for adults (18-30) with additional support needs.

Support included or you can bring your own support. £3 per class. £5 for both.

Snack provided. First Trial Session Free.

07753 971271 • FB: MagicofShowbiz themagicofshowbiz@gmx.com Weekly

Mearns Kirk Helping Hands: Breakfast Club (Mens Group)

Saturday 2nd Giffnock South Concert Series

Giffnock South Parish Church 1pm. The second of our winter season with The Caccini Ensemble (Voices and Piano) from the Royal Conservatoire.

Tickets £5 available on the door. Includes a cup of tea. 0141 638 2599

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Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre 11am. We provide adult and children's bikes and also electric adult bikes, balance bikes, kids' trailers and seats. Booking recommended. www.cyclestation.org.uk Weekly. Also runs on Sundays

Goalkeeping Academy

Giffnock North Amateur Athletic Club 10am. Shot stoppers, looking for new goalkeepers to help train with this longestablished, successful club. Weekly www.shotstoppersgoalkeeping.co.uk

Tennis for Free

Cowan Park 1pm. Learn or refine your tennis skills and meet new people. clubspark.lta.org.uk Weekly

SNAP Community Youth Club

Greenbank Parish Church 7-9pm. SNAP is open to children in P7 to S3. Come along a make new friends during games, sports, arts and baking activities. £2 entry. snap@greenbankglasgow.org.uk

Weekly. Also runs on Thursdays from 2-6pm

Mearns Kirk Halls 10-11.30am. Join us for a free breakfast!

We supply everything you need to prepare and share a cooked breakfast to set you up for the day. Newspapers, tea and coffee will also be provided. Weekly 07858 552767 • hello@mkhelpinghands.org.uk

Cycle Station Bike Hire

Weekly during term-time.

Guild Annual Coffee Morning Just Beatles

Newton Mearns Parish Church 10am-12pm. Cake and candy stall, preserves, book stall, lucky bags, raffle and guess the weight of the cake. Plenty for everyone. www.newtonmearnsparish.org.uk

Organisational Support

Sunday 3rd

Eastwood Park Theatre 7:30pm. Every aspect of their performances have been perfected in their quest to emulate the Beatles, earning them rave reviews and making them one of the best tribute bands out there. Together with authentic instruments, costumes and equipment, they really capture the look, feel, and most importantly the sound of The Beatles in concert. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 11am-3pm. Whether you’re preparing to start a new community group or have been running a registered charity for some time, VAER can help you achieve your goals. Come with any questions about: Funding; Social Enterprise; Charity Law/Legal structures; Local context and Volunteering/Volunteer Development 0141 639 7248 Also runs on Thu 28th November, 5-9pm

Fitness, Boxing, Kickboxing, Mixed Martial Arts

Williamwood High School Get seriously fit in a fun and positive way. Learn boxing and kickboxing drills.

Increase your stamina and conditioning.

Great classes for both adults and kids. SAT: 10-11am and SUN: 12-1pm. 5-14-year-olds.

SAT: 11am-12pm and SUN: 1-2pm. 15+. £6 or £20 for block of 4. ian@combatconcepts.org Weekly

Nae Fireworks Nights

Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre 5pm. Escape the fireworks with the dog and head to Whitelee for our huge firework-free nights! Visitor centre reopens 5 - 10pm (café closes 9pm). There will be a Ranger-led walk from 7pm on Tues 5th. These nights are drop-in events, and you can stay for as long as you feel you need to. Running until Tuesday 5th www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk/whitelee-events

Orchardhill Fusion

12 Church Road, Giffnock G46 6JR 7pm. Orchardhill Fusion is an informal, fun gathering where teenagers can enjoy some time out on a Sunday evening! www. orchardhill.org.uk Weekly

Adult Pickleball

Maccabi Centre 11.30am. Fastest growing sport in the USA. 0141 638 6177 Weekly

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What's On Calendar | November 2019 Sunday Painters Session

The Wee Art Studio 12pm-3pm. Artists of all abilities are welcome to come along with their own materials and ideas and work in the studio. Opportunity to meet fellow painters and share ideas. Drop in £8.

Advisable to reserve a space. Weekly 07870 519075 • www.theweeartstudio.co.uk

Martial Arts Club

196 Ayr Road, Crookfur Park, Newton Mearns 9am. Teaching the Japanese sword art of Iaido. We welcome female and male students and martial arts returners.

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St Aidan’s Brae Baby & Toddler Group

Mixed Moo

Weekly

Scottish Country Dancing

10am: Newton Mearns Parish Church 1pm: Greenbank Parish Church Moo Music is a regular, fun, interactive music and movement class for all ages up to 5yrs. We use bubbles, parachutes, dress up and role play to learn and have fun.

07951 355913 Weekly

St Aidan’s, 15 Mearns Road, Clarkston 9:45am. Children of all ages welcome – play, snack and activities. The group is run on a pay as you go basis. £3 for 1st child and 20p per sibling. Feel free to drop in!

07900 470036 • sarahcyoung@hotmail.com

AutoScots Car Club

Maccabi Centre, Giffnock 8-9.30pm. Traditional ceilidh and Scottish country dancing. Bring your enthusiasm and comfy shoes. All welcome.

07902 127370 • www.rscdsglasgow.org

Mearns Primary, Newton Mearns 7.30pm. AutoScots Car Club, the Club for Classic, Retro and Sports Car enthusiasts, we’re open to all marques, no need to change your club when you change your car. douglas.hunter@btinternet.com

Weekly until 10th December

Bridge Club

First Monday of the month

Monday 4th

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 2-4pm. This is not a class, just a group of people getting together. It’s free, just donate some money for tea and coffee.

Experienced or not, you can come along, watch a few games and learn the ropes... you will be a professional in no time!

0141 639 7248 Weekly

Weekly Art Classes

Knit 'n' Chat

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 12-4pm. Do you knit, crochet or stitch or would you like to learn how? Bring along your own project or start something new, we have plenty of wool and needles for you to borrow. Free. 0141 639 7248 Weekly. Also runs on Wednesdays

Mearns Kirk Helping Hands: Tai Chi

Mearns Kirk Halls 10-11am. Tutor led Tai Chi sessions, suitable for beginners. All welcome, booking required. £3 per session. Weekly 07858 552767 • hello@mkhelpinghands.org.uk

Bridge Club

Maccabi Centre 7.30pm. Supported play, where those who have had bridge lessons, or are returning to bridge, can play and get coaching at the same time. bridge.eastren@gmail.com Weekly

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Off Grid Toddlers

Off Grid Community, Aidan's Brae 12-2pm10am-12pm. Outdoor parent and toddler group based in the woodlands at the top of Aidan's Brae, Clarkston. We have a mud kitchen, sand pit, water play, climbing etc. 07769 229503 ogktoddlers@gmail.co.uk Weekly during term Also runs Wednesdays 10am-12p

Fencing Club

Mearns Castle High School 6pm. Looking for new members aged 1018yrs. Fencing is a social activity and the members of the club are there to learn a new skill, keep fit and enjoy themselves. www.bladesoffire.com Weekly during term time.

Monday Morning Knit ‘n’ Natter

The Orry Mill, Eaglesham 10am-12pm. Together we will inspire, support and help each other. Thilde will also be on hand to give you a helping hand if you get stuck with your project.

Serving tea/coffee and biscuits.

01355 301244 Weekly

Community Choir

Stamperland Church Hall 7.30pm. The group’s evolving four-part repertoire spans everything from Bach to The Beatles and songs from popular classics and musicals. New members are welcome. www.singglasgow.co.uk Weekly

Tuesday 5th Macmillan Move More

Clarkston Halls 10am. Gentle movement class for people affected by cancer. A gentle exercise class to get you moving but help you to relax as well. Free. 07867 441489 Weekly helen.harrison@ercultureandleisure.org

Crochet Group

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 12-4pm. Bring along your own project or start something new. This group is completely free and open to all abilities.

0141 639 7248 Weekly

Mini Football

GHA Fireworks Display

GHA Rugby Club 6pm. The biggest and best Fireworks display in the South of Glasgow! We also have Music, Food Stalls and Novelties. Gates open at 6.00pm (display due to start at 7.15 pm. Please arrive before 7.00 pm to avoid disappointment) gharugby.co.uk

Bookbug Session

Cuppa & Blether

Eastwood Health Centre, Green House Café 11am-1.30pm. No programme, no agenda, all manner of topics talked about.

We are a group of both men and women of all ages. Good tea, coffee, scones and pancakes etc. If you are alone, come and make some new friends. 0141 644 1882 cuppa.blether@virginmedia.com Weekly. Also runs on Fridays

Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions! Busby Library; (0-4yrs) - WED, 9.30am. FRI, 9.30am.

Clarkston Library; (0-4yrs) - TUE, 10.30am.

Storytime (3-5yrs) - TUE (School term), 2.15pm. (0-18months) - WED, 2pm. (0-4yrs) - SAT, 10.30am. Mearns Library; (0-4yrs) WED, 2pm. THU, 10.30am. SAT, 10.30am.

(0-18months) - MON, 2pm. www.ercultureandleisure.org Weekly during term-time

First Steps Eastwood Park Eastwood Park Café 9.30am. For people looking to start walking. All welcome. Weekly sine.delahunt@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

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Calendar of events Eastwood Bereavement Support

Mearns Kirk Church Halls 7pm. Support to anyone who might be struggling to come to terms with the loss of a loved one either recently or some time ago. l.ronald@hotmail.co.uk First Tuesday of the month

Yoga Flow Class

Maccabi Halls, Giffnock 6.30-7.45pm. For many of us life can be challenging. Yoga can give you balance, harmony and a wonderful sense of wellbeing. 07970 487772 â&#x20AC;˘ ritakinloch@aol.com

Adult Badminton

Maccabi Centre 7.30-10pm. Coached Badminton Club 18+.

0141 638 6177 Weekly

Social Table Tennis

Maccabi Halls, Giffnock 1-3pm. All levels. All welcome.

0141 638 6177 Weekly suefaber@maccabigbscotland.org

Knitting Class

Greenbank Church, Clarkston 7.15-8.45pm. Friendly and informal knitting class for new or experienced knitters. Come along and enjoy tea/coffee and a yarn! 07929 984873 Weekly helenhoward@knittingforall.co.uk

Weekly during term-time

Weekly

Whitelee Stroller Striders

Knit 'n' Chat

Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre 10am. Parent & baby walking group, the group is a fun and enjoyable way to socialise with new parents and welcomes new members. Free. 0141 614 0962 Weekly until November 26th

Wednesday 6th Knitting Class

Costa, Clarkston Toll 10am. Friendly and informal class for anyone who enjoys knitting, beginner or experienced, in the welcoming setting.

07929 984873 Weekly

Rouken Glen Walkers

Meet at Pro-Soccer, Rouken Glen Park 10.30am. A walk up to an hour that will explore pathways within and surrounding the glen. Some of the routes will include climbing steps as well as walking on paths which might have a slight incline. Weekly sine.delahunt@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

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Weekly during term-time

The Market Place 12pm. Bring along your own project or start something new, we have plenty of wool and needles for you to borrow.

This is also a great opportunity to swap patterns or clear out your secret wool stash. 0141 639 7248

Tea Dance

Eastwood Leisure Centre 1.30pm. Two hours of enjoyable ballroom and sequence dancing with tea and biscuits. Organised and run by the participants themselves. Weekly midden@sharps.me.uk helenhoward@knittingforall.co.uk

Thursday 7th The Menopause CafĂŠ East Ren

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 6.30-8.30pm. Join us on a journey of learning and reducing taboo around menopause. You will have the opportunity to meet people experiencing menopause, those who have been through it and those interested in finding out more.

0141 876 9555

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Clarkston Hall 7:30pm. Sweet Surprises - Peter Sheppar.

07943 435843 First Thursday of the month

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Williamwood Golf Club 6.30pm. Welcoming new members, male and female, we enjoy a meal and speaker.

Running fund-raising events for local charities plus regular social activities.

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Mother & Toddler Group

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 12.30-2.30pm. What will you decide to make? You can bring along your own project or start something new.

Free and all welcome. 0141 639 7248 Weekly

Greenbank Parish Church 7pm. We are a friendly bunch of all ages; we walk around the Clarkston area for 1 hour chatting all the way. www.greenbankglasgow.org.uk Weekly

Eastwood Rotary Club

21 Aidanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brae, Clarkston Beavers, WED: 6-7pm. THU: 6.15-7.15pm.

FRI: 6.15-7.15pm. Cubs, MON: 6.30-8pm.

WED: 6.45-8.15pm. FRI: 6.45-8.15pm.

Scouts, FRI: 8-10pm. www.121glasgowscouts.org.uk

Mearns Kirk (temporary at Newton Mearns Parish Church Hall) 10am. Welcomes mums, dads, grandparents and childminders for coffee and a chat while the little ones have plenty of toys to enjoy in a safe and spacious environment along with a snack and other activities. ÂŁ2 per session. mail@playandsports.co.uk

Weekly

Adult Craft Group

Tuesday Evening Walking Group

Glasgow Scout Group

The Maccabi Centre. 8-10pm. All levels. All welcome.

0141 638 6177 Weekly suefaber@maccabigbscotland.org

Eastwood Photographic Society

Albertslund Hall, Newton Mearns 7.30pm. The club welcomes amateur photographers of all abilities to a varied programme of guest speakers, informal workshops, club competitions, outings and inter club events. Weekly www.eastwoodps.co.uk

Sunshine Club

Giffnock United Reformed Church 11.30am-3pm. Welcomes people who have been diagnosed with dementia.

A friendly safe environment where individuals can enjoy a light lunch of soup and sandwiches followed by socialising, chatting, games, crafts, painting and singing. 0141 589 6977 Weekly

Macmillan Move More

Barrhead Foundry 11am. Gentle movement class for people affected by cancer. A class to get you moving but help you to relax as well. Free.

07867 441489 Weekly helen.harrison@ercultureandleisure.org

Oasis Community CafĂŠ

Thornliebank Parish Church 6pm. We will have board games available should you fancy a game of draughts or dominoes etc, and if you just want a chat with someone, there will be people there to listen and help you. Open to everyone with free soup and sandwiches. www.thornliebankparishchurch.org www.eagleshambeerfest.uk 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month

East Renfrewshire ASN Lego Club

Dunterlie Resource Centre 5:30pm. Young people up to the age of 25 are welcome to come along with their siblings or carers and join us for some Lego fun. We have free play, lego sets and games consoles with Lego games. www.facebook.com/Eralegoclub Bi-weekly

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What's On Calendar | November 2019 Strength and Balance Classes

Eastwood Health & Care Centre, Clarkston 1.30-2.15pm. Consists of 14 simple exercises that will improve strength and balance and reduce the risk of falls in adults. Free. 0141 451 0750 Weekly sine.delahunt@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

Service of Remembrance Williamwood Parish Church 10.50am. Our Remembrance Sunday Service will start at 10.50 a.m. and will be followed by a Parade of the Uniformed Organisations. https://new.williamwoodparish.church

Friday 8th

Monday 11th

The Power of Attorney

Old Eastwood Stamp Club

Aso runs on 22nd November

Top Floor, Netherlee Parish Church 7:30pm. Explorers, butterflies and aspects of astronomy are just some of the topics coming up at the club. Join us to view and hear about these fascinating stamp displays and enjoy the informal chat over tea. Get in touch or just turn up on the night. 07837 012923

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 11am-3pm. Plan for the future! Join us and Inksters Solicitors for a free drop in session. 0141 639 7248

Muddy Monsters

Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre 1pm. Join the Rangers with your Wee Monsters as we explore nature through games and stories. www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk Second Thursday of the month

Mearns & Whitecraigs Flower Club

Thursday 14th Death Café

Friday 8th Maxwell’s Gin Night

Clarkston Hall 6pm. After popular demand, we are having another Gin Night at Clarkston Hall. Booking essential.

0141 237 6150

Saturday 9th

Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 6-7.30pm. Join us for tea, coffee, scones and conversations about death, dying and making the most of life. This is not a bereavement support group or information session – just a chance for us to come together in a relaxed, informal setting to chat and share views without any agenda. 0141 639 7248

East Renfrewshire Music Club

Linn Painting Group Art Exhibition and Sale

Stamperland Parish Church Hall 10am-4pm. An opportunity for a unique Christmas gift for family or friends from a selection of art work by our very talented Artists. A selection of crafts are also available. Entry £2 which includes tea/ coffee/biscuits. gillenj@btinternet.com

Friends of Greenbank Garden

The Coach House, Greenbank Gardens 2pm. Ken Lindsay fron Eastwood Photographic Society will provide today's talk. £5, includes refreshments. Tickets available in café.

Sunday 10th Remembrance Sunday

On this day people across the nation pause to reflect on the sacrifice made by our brave service men and women.

MJ's Brasserie, Clarkston 7.30pm. Music ranging from folk to soul.

Free entry. All welcome. 7.30-9.15pm: Open Mic. 9.20-9.40pm: David Brennan.

9.45-10.30pm: Ninth Degree johnnyhinnie@icloud.com

Crookfur, Greenfarm & Mearns Village Community Council Dunterlie Resource Centre 7pm. We are a group comprising local residents who aim to give a voice to local people’s concerns and needs. cgmvcommunitycouncil@gmail.com Second Thursday of the month

The Big Quiz Night Newton Mearns Parish Church 7pm. One date. Lots of churches across the country. One Big Quiz Night. Please come along and support Tearfund. Suggested donation £5 per person. www.newtonmearnsparish.org.uk

Duff Memorial Hall 7.30pm. A Scottish Wildlife Trust event organised by the SWT Clarkston & East Kilbride Group. David Palmar, wildlife photographer, will talk to us about wildlife recording and how we can all engage in citizen science and contribute to a better understanding of the natural world.

All welcome. Tea and coffee provided. scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk

Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Talk

Wednesday 13th

2nd Wednesday of Month

Scottish Wildlife Trust Talk: Volunteering and Citizen Science

Thursday 21st

Also runs on 25th November

Broom Parish Church 2pm. A Country Christmas by Sandra Halkett, Elgin. www.safas.org.uk/Mearns

Monday 18th

Saturday 16th A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas

Clarkston Hall 12pm. Your local business improvement district (BID) turns the town into a Winter Wonderland to celebrate the festive season!

You can expect to see a fabulous Christmas Market (both indoors and out!), Santa's Express train offering rides to visit the man himself in his Grotto, food and drink tent, pony treks, funfair rides, live stage entertainment, a fantastic firework finale and more! iloveclarkston.com

Clarkston Halls 7:30pm. Alpines for a small Scottish Garden by Matthew Heasman. A talk showing the development of a small garden rockery in not so ideal conditions. Now flourishing with Ariseamas, Lilies, Meconopsis & dwarf Rhododendron plus a few special plants that are a little more demanding but perfectly growable given a little bit of extra care. Open to non Members – Free.

Talking Points Market Place, Avenue Shopping Centre 1-4pm. Talking Points are places in your community where you can come along and get information, advice and support about adult health, wellbeing and local community activities going on where you live.

0141 639 7248

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MJ's Brasserie, Clarkston 7.30pm. Music ranging from folk to soul.

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Saturday 30th The Giffnock South Art Club

Glasgow South Parish Church Hall 1pm. There are a range of paintings in oils, acrylics and watercolours to view and buy. Entrance is free and you are under no obligation but we would like you to pop in and see what local people have produced. Tea and coffee available.

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Williamwood Parish Church 10am-12pm. Come along to our Christmas Fayre and enjoy Coffee and Hot Mince Pies, Home Baking, Christmas and other stalls. Visit Santa's Grotto and have lots of Festive Fun. https://new.williamwoodparish.church

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FUTURE OF PO UNCERTAIN plans to launch one soon), applicants should also have “superb customer service”, business management skills and experience, and the ability to quickly identify business opportunities and ways to promote Post Office products in their business.

Local business owners are encouraged to come forward in a bid to secure the future of an East Renfrewshire post office.

The Post Office in Newton Mearns closed in September and its future still hangs in the balance because a new postmaster has not been found.

Now Post Office Ltd has launched an appeal to find a successful retailer in the area to incorporate a Post Office Local into their existing business. The organisation hopes a suitable candidate will step forward as a new retail partner.

Potential applications must be in by a closing date of November 28 and, in an advert Post Office Ltd states that it wants to “integrate Post Office services into a vibrant and sustainable retail business, so they can be offered over the same opening hours. The exact layout and design will be agreed with you to suit your business.”

As well as already running a business in the area (or having

Locals hope the Newton Mearns branch, which was located in McColl’s at The Avenue Shopping Centre, will reopen as soon as possible.

It closed (temporarily) on September 14 because the postmaster resigned.

Relocating a Post Office is timeconsuming and will require public consultation, then a series of meetings to plan and design the new Post Office branch. Even if a premises is found, it is likely to be months before Newton Mearns has a Post Office again.

If you are interested, call 0333 345 5560 (choose option 2) or apply online at www. runapostoffice.co.uk or email nd.enquiries@postoffice.co.uk

LOCAL ART FOR SALE An art club is hosting an exhibition and sale of paintings his month.

The event takes place on November 30, from 1pm to 4pm, at the Glasgow South Parish Church Hall (Eastwood Toll).

The display offers a range of paintings in oils, acrylics and watercolours to view or buy.

Entrance is free and there will be tea and coffee available.

The art club also welcomes artists of all abilities to weekly sessions on Mondays, from 2pm to 4pm, at Giffnock South Parish Church.

For more information contact Adrian on 07770 588941 or email adrian.egglestone@ phonecoop.coop.

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November 2019 | Senior Savvy

DINNER RAISES £500 FOR CHARITY

Senior Savvy with Tasnim Rehman

This month: FAQS: BEING A CAREGIVER Misconceptions may get in the way when applying for a job in care. Here are some frequently asked questions by people who may be verging on a decision to make a career change.

A special meal in memory of a Clarkston father who lost his battle to Motor Neurone Disease has raised more than £500 for charity.

The Eid Dinner was organised as part of Eid Ul Adha Festival of Sacrifice and remembered dad-ofthree Doug Corrie, who died last year. The event raised awareness and money for MND Scotland.

The dinner was for the families and children connected to Carolside Primary in Clarkston, which is attended by Jamal Imran and Euan Corrie, who is one of Doug’s sons.

The dinner and entertainment took place at the Cook and Indi's World Buffet in Darnley.

Organiser Maryam Wasim said: “We celebrated the evening in memory of Doug. The Corrie family, including mum Karen,

are well-known locally and help to introduce people to outdoor play through their Greenbank Woodland Play business.

“The Corrie family also joined in the fun by organising the children's quiz.”

The evening raised a total of £508.98. Maryam said: “I want to say thanks to everyone who came and to the businesses that contributed to prizes and the dinner cakes.”

Karen was touched by the event.

She said: “Eid is about sacrifice and it was very thoughtful of Maryam to organise the event in memory of Doug and for MND Scotland.”

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The Menopause Café is being launched on November 7 from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, by Voluntary Action at the Market Place in The Avenue Shopping Centre, Newton Mearns.

Although there are similar projects in Glasgow and beyond, this is the first one in the local authority.

The café is for women at any stage of the menopause and

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A spokeswoman for Voluntary Action said: “The menopause is a growing subject with more and more people keen to talk about it.

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TO OPEN GOOD CAUSES AT WORK because there are many women who can benefit.”

The peri-menopause and menopause usually affects women aged from early 40s to mid-50s, although it can occur earlier and later. Until recent years, many women suffered in silence and without support.

Now the topic has been making headline news and was recently discussed in the Scottish Parliament. Scotland's Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie told MSPs she was proud that Holyrood was discussing the menopause publicly. MSPs unanimously backed the motion calling for an end to the stigma that is associated with menopause.

In 2017, Scottish broadcaster Kirsty Wark presented a BBC documentary, The Menopause and Me, and, last year, Mariella Frostrup shared her experiences of the menopause in a BBC programme, The Truth about the Menopause. The event is free but ticketed.

To book call 0141 876 9555 or pop into The Market Place.

Goods and services of almost £75,000 have been handed out to more than 160 people in just six months thanks to a local charity.

Russell Macmillan, founder of East Renfrewshire Good Causes, is delighted with what the charity has been able to offer

East Renfrewshire Good Causes (ERGC) collects donations and goods, which then benefit people and groups in need.

Between April and September this year, a total of £74,149 purchased and donated goods benefited 163 people.

Examples include a three-seater pram donated to a mum who is unable to drive due to a medical condition. ERGC partnered with Caudwell Children and Saint Joseph’s Church in Clarkston to make the purchase. Meanwhile, Saint Joseph’s also teamed up with the charity to provide music therapy lessons for a teenager on the autistic spectrum.

Further assistance from ERCG included match funding a client’s contribution to access specialist neurological physiotherapy for a local person and helping a family to provide a garden fence

for two children on the autistic spectrum.

A mother with MS was also gifted a mobility Scooter and car hoist thanks to ERCG, the family, the MS Society, the Firefighters Benevolent Fund and Saint Joseph’s Church.

Further more, a contribution was made to a low income family to enable a secondary school pupil to attend a school trip and two tanks of petrol were supplied for a car to provide transport for kids with special needs.

Over 12 years, the charity has helped 2303 people with £895,002

of goods and services. The founder Russell Macmillan said: “The donations and goods supplied by the community and organisations is an incredible insight into the positive things happening in our communities. It’s a snapshot of our modern society and what’s going on at grassroots level in terms of support. I am delighted with what we have been able to offer through our charity.”

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November 2019 | Local News

NAE FIREWORKS NIGHTS

If your dog does not like the noise of fireworks, a countryside event could be just the thing.

Whitelee Countryside Ranger Service is leading free guided walks at the windfarm near Eaglesham between Sunday November 3 and Tuesday November 5 from 7pm.

“Escape the fireworks” are dropin events so you can stay for as long as you want to.

The visitor centre will be open from 5pm to 10pm, although the café closes at 9pm.

Dog owners are asked to bring a torch and wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

To find out more call 0141 614 0962 or see www. eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk/ whitelee-events.

SAM LANDS PANTO ROLE A budding young actor is delighted to have been chosen for a star part in a forthcoming pantomine production of Cinderella.

Eight-year-old Sam Felderhof, of Giffnock, will play Buttons in front of audiences at Eastwood Park Theatre, on Rouken Glen Road, from December 11 to 30.

The Giffnock Primary School pupil secured a place at GAMTA (Glasgow Academy of Musical Theatre Arts), home to many Scottish stars in the making, when he was just six years old and recently appeared in Bugsy Malone at Brickhouse Theatre, playing one of Fat Sam’s Gang.

Sam said: “I was so excited to be told I was going to play Cinderella’s best pal Buttons – I can’t wait to get all the kids in the audience joining Buttons’ gang.

“It’s such a fun part to play in what’s set to be a huge GAMTA panto production. All the other cast members have

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great experience performing for big audiences and singing with live bands so I’m sure I’ll learn a lot along the way.”

Sam will join the rest of the GAMTA cast including leading lady Ava Anderson, who will play Cinderella, and Ugly Sisters Ciara Flynn and Rebecca McComb on stage.

The whirlwind of panto has already begun for 18-year-old Ava, who plays Cinderella.

She said: “I auditioned on a Wednesday and by the weekend I was at Eastwood Park Theatre in a ballgown for a ‘Selfies with Cinders’ event, having my picture taken with lots of little princesses and prince Charmings.

“I’ve been at GAMTA since I was 14. I love singing, acting, dancing and audience interaction so I can’t wait to get the panto rehearsals underway – it’s going to be a brilliant show.”

Tickets are £15 standard/£45 for a family panto pass and are on sale now for Cinderella at Eastwood Park Theatre.

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TOP BANDLEADERS RETURN CARTVALE REOPENS Scotland’s leading professional Showband – Spatz & Co, a unique collaboration among nine top bandleaders, is to return to the Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 9th November.

Now in their 4th year of theatre performances, they produce a new show each year, regularly sell out, and always get asked back. This is their second visit to Giffnock, and their 2019 touring roadshow is called “One Night in Las Vegas”

The Spatz & Co 2019 show “One Night in Las Vegas” is a musical feast of the songs and instrumentals made famous in Vegas venues such as Caesars Palace, The Sands, The Flamingo, Casino Royale and others.

Spatz & Co comprises 9 experienced professional musicians, all multi instrumentalists, all accomplished solo performers, all specialists in one musical genre or another – big band, blues, soul, funk, jazz, latin, pop, folk, and even a nod to classical. Few bands these days can cover such a variety of music genres.

The music of Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Sinatra, Elvis, Barry Manilow, Burt Bacharach, Carlos Santana, Paul Simon, Bob Marley, Eric Clapton and more, all wrapped within a theatrical set and presented in true Showband style with fun and laughter thrown in.

The 9 band members only come together as Spatz & Co for theatre and stage performances or when in the recording studio – they have produced 2 albums, “Unleashed” in 2017 and “On a Clear day” in 2018.

If you admire top quality musicianship, like variety, and enjoy great melody, One Night in Las Vegas is designed to be an uplifting, fun-filled and rewarding trip down memory lane.

A full-scale refurbishment programme has given new life to a local watering hole.

The famous Cartvale Pub in Busby, which sits on the Main Street, was renovated in the summer at a cost of £385,000.

Inside, the Busby bar has benefited from a new modern look with windows opening out to the gardens. A new kitchen was also created.

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The refurb was part of a bigger programme funded by Star Pubs & Bars.

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