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Roll Up For the Greatest Show ....... 3 Talks for Garden Charity .................. 4 New Play, New Venue ...................... 5 Flower Club Back in Bloom .............. 6 Pupils Are Top of the Class .............. 7 Orchestra Competition .................... 8 Two Athletes Are Flying High ......... 8 Get Jammin' This Autumn ............... 8 Loch Lomond Live Competition ... 10 Join Choir's Open Evening ............ 10 Scouting For Scout Leaders ........... 11 Busby Parish Church BBQ .............. 12 Join The Boys' Brigade ................... 12 Late News ........................................ 12 Girls Just Wanna Have Fun ............ 14 What's Up Doc ................................ 14 Athletes Going to Gothenburg .... 17 Take a Dive Into Local History ....... 17 Support Group ................................ 17 The Perfect Wedding .............. 18&19 Hindu Cultural Fest For All ............ 20 Legal Matters .................................. 20

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GREATEST SHOW A Clarkston-based amateur theatre production company hopes to continue a sell-out streak with The Greatest Show this month.

Theatre South Productions has been a prominent group in the local arts community for more than 25 years and annually delivers a week-long musical performance and a unique cabaret show.

Their upcoming production, The Greatest Show, presents “a peek behind the curtains of a touring circus troupe told through a spectacle of musical hits”. The show will include favourite hits from the biggest musicals of all time, including Wicked, Footloose, Chicago and, of course, The Greatest Showman.

The show follows their recent sell-out performances of Hairspray and 9 to 5: The Musical at Eastwood Park Theatre. The team hope the latest show will be just as popular.

two children) can be purchased for £40 (children must be under 16).

The company is also working on plans for its next musical production – The Wedding Singer – which will be presented in March 2019. They are keen to hear from The show is directed by Scott anyone who would Sutherland, musically directed by like to be involved, Clare Bauld and choreographed whether you see

by Declan Gorman, all of whom yourself on stage, have appeared in previous in a production performances of Theatre South team or helping Productions. backstage.

Taking place at Clarkston Hall, Rehearsals and the show will run from Thursday auditions are due to start from September 13 to Saturday around October 2018.

September 15, with evening Anyone who is interested performances beginning at 8pm in getting involved in The and an additional Saturday Wedding Singer show should matinee performance at 2:30pm. email theatresouthproductions@ hotmail.com. Rehearsals usually Tickets cost £12 per person or take place on Wednesday a family ticket (two adults and Taking inspiration from a variety of musicals, films, pop hits and the recent phenomenon The Greatest Showman, the audience will be introduced to the world of the circus, where the most curious of characters tell their tales of life beyond the glitz and glamour.

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A local garden charity has launched a series of expert talks to support an innovative fund-raising goal for a horticultural student.

The Friends of Greenbank Garden talks start on Saturday September 8 with Simon Jones, the National Trust for Scotland (NTS) Gardens and Designed Landscapes Manager for Glasgow and the West. He will talk about his horticultural career, from his time with the pandas at Edinburgh Zoo to working with the NTS.

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The second talk, on October 13, is with Robert Ross, the regional operations coordinator for Scotland for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. His talk is entitled, 100 Years of Remembrance.

The third talk will be given by David Mitchell, a trustee of the NTS, Chair of Scotlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gardens and ex-curator of the glass houses

Aileen Johnston, the secretary of Friends of Greenbank Garden, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is the first time we have done a fund-raising campaign like this. We hope to be able to fund a 10-week placement for a student from SRUC (Scotlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rural College) next summer. We hope people will come along to the talks and to support us in our quest.â&#x20AC;?

There are further talks planned for next year and a proposed Christmas Fair in November.

The Friends support Greenbank Garden by volunteering at the NTS property. They hold informal meetings on the second Monday of each month at 10.30am.

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NEW PLAY, NEW VENUE 180-seater theatre has been chosen for their latest offering and will hopefully reach out beyond the core southside audience.

A long-established amateur theatre group is busy rehearsing for the first production of their 2018/2019 season next month.

Giffnock Theatre Players will present Martin McDonagh’s dark comedy The Cripple of Inishmaan at the end of October at a new Glasgow venue.

The play is set in the small community of Inishmaan off the west coast of Ireland in 1934, where the inhabitants are excited to learn of a Hollywood film crew's arrival in neighbouring Inishmore to make a documentary about life on the islands.

The story evolves as “cripple” Billy Claven, eager to escape the

gossip, poverty and boredom of Inishmaan, vies for a part in the film.

The Cripple of Inishmaan premiered in 1996. The 2013 West End run starred Daniel Radcliffe and was a sellout.

This production transferred to Broadway the following year, receiving six Tony Award nominations.

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GTP chair Glynis Poole (pictured) said: “This is the first of three plays the club is presenting this season. The January production will be the classic thriller "Dial M For Murder" and in April we are presenting "The Diary of Anne Frank". If folk sign up for all three plays they will get the benefit of an attractive discount. Just contact us at the club to find out more.”

The Cripple of Inishmaan is at Webster's Theatre from Wednesday October 31 to Saturday November 3 at 7.30pm, with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm.

Tickets are £15 and £13, from the theatre on 0141 357 4000 or www.webstersglasgow.com.

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Mearns and Whitecraigs Flower Club’s meetings are back this month and new faces are being encouraged to get involved.

The meetings will start again on September 12, with seasoned expert Patti Dawson leading the first class and teaching everyone how to make her special flower arrangement.

Patti has travelled around the country to showcase

her skills to dozens of different clubs. The Mearns and Whitecraig club is part of the Scottish Association of Flower Arrangement Societies and is centred around the community. Every month, a qualified teacher will come along to give their own demonstration, with the aim of inspiring the next generation of creative budding flower arrangers.

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New faces are invited to come along and try out flower arranging for themselves, whether people are novices or experienced hands. The meetings take place on the second Wednesday of each month, between 2pm and 4pm, at Broom Parish Church in Newton Mearns. Membership to the club is £45 per year.

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PUPILS ARE TOP OF THE CLASS Ross had been given a one per cent chance of full recovery after the skiing accident in December 2016. He had been training with Glasgow ski racing team in Austria when he crashed and hit his head. After months in hospital he had to learn how to walk, talk and eat again and only returned to school in May last year.

East Renfrewshire schools have had a record-breaking year with the best ever SQA exam results

It has been a record-breaking year for school pupils across East Renfrewshire with the best ever SQA exams results.

The number of pupils that achieved Advanced Highers was the highest to date. This year has also seen the most students passing five or more Highers.

Some 93 per cent of S4 pupils achieved five or more National 4 qualifications, with three quarters gaining five or more National 5s.

Williamwood High had its best S5 results, with Eastwood and Mearns Castle also showing

good progress.

St Ninian’s also had more final year students achieving at least one Advanced Higher than ever before.

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ORCHESTRA TWO ATHLETES ARE FLYING HIGH GET JAMMIN’ THIS AUTUMN COMPETITION The Community Magazine has teamed up with Scottish Fiddle Orchestra to offer you a chance to win tickets to the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra Concert.

We have 3 pairs of tickets to give away for the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra Concert held at the Royal Concert Hall on Saturday 15th September.

Berlin's Olympic Stadium played host to the European Athletics Championships in August

Two local high jumpers competed for Team GB at the European Athletics Championships in Berlin last month.

To enter the Orchestra Competition, email info@ thecommunitymagazine.co.uk with "Orchestra Competition" in the subject line. Include your name, address, phone number and answer the following question:

Nikki Manson, 23, and David Smith, 27, joined the British team at the event held in the Olympic Stadium.

The European Games 2018 was held jointly in the German city and Glasgow.

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In Berlin, at her first senior championships, Nikki achieved a great jump of 1.81 in the qualifying round and to finish in joint 18th place overall.

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David cleared 2.16 in the qualifying round to take joint 20th overall.

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Nikki tweeted: “I'm so unbelievably honoured to get my first GB call up and can’t wait to get out there and represent. Let’s finish this season on a high!”

Earlier this year, Nikki donned her Scotland vest for April’s Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast in Australia.

David also competed on the Gold Coast and smashed his personal best at the British Championships.

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JOIN CHOIR’S OPEN EVENING

Eastwood Choral Society is celebrating its 35th Anniversary this year

A busy and sociable choir is keen to encourage new singers – especially men – to attend an open rehearsal evening this month.

Eastwood Choral Society, which celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, is a mixed voice adult choir based in Giffnock and draws members from around East Renfrewshire and south Glasgow.

The repertoire is mainly classical music although the choir also sings other types of music.

Rehearsals are on Mondays from 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Park Church during the season, which runs from late August until early May.

This month, an open rehearsal takes place on September 10 when people who might be interested in joining the choir can come along to find out more.

Treasurer Anne Brooks said: “We’re always looking to welcome new members, all voices, and we are particularly keen to encourage men to give it a go. There are no auditions and you don't have to be an

experienced singer to sing with us. New members are welcome to join us at the open rehearsal or at any rehearsal through the year.”

The choir also offers small scholarships, through a partnership with East Renfrewshire Schools Music Department, to senior pupils in local schools to enable them to experience choral singing.

in the spring to celebrate the 35th anniversary.

Anne added: “We are a very friendly and sociable group and would welcome anyone who would like to come along and sing with us.”

The society’s programme this year will be Schubert’s Mass no See the Facebook page Eastwood 2 in G Major and Hayden’s Te Deum in C Major for a Christmas Choral Singers or contact concert and a gala opera concert gillatecs@gmail.com

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SCOUTING FOR SCOUT LEADERS

New scout leaders are being sought by the 121st Clarkston Glasgow Scout Group, who are celebrating their 90th birthday this month

The 121st Clarkston Glasgow Scout Group is appealing for new scout leaders as the group celebrates a special anniversary this year.

The group will be toasting its 90th birthday at the scout hall in Aidans Brae in Clarkston on Saturday September 29 at 7.30pm. They are inviting all former leaders, members and group executives to come along.

They are also hoping to attract new scout leaders to be part of the 121st Clarkston group on either a Monday or Friday night for their 7.30pm to 9.30pm sessions.

Scout Leader Ellie Campbell believes the role can bring lots of benefits. She said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I enjoy being a scout leader as I get to interact

with the young people and help them to develop skills that they will use for life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has also helped me develop my own leadership skills and confidence as I am always learning different ways to teach and lead activities. Working with scouts has improved my communications skills, helped create good teamwork and given me transferable skills that have helped me to be successful in job interviews.â&#x20AC;?

To become a scout leader, you should have patience, good organisational skills and be a

good role model to younger children. There are scout modules to be completed for leaders and there are training advisors on hand to help with guidance and support.

Abbie Campbell started as a parent helper two hours each week before progressing to become a scout leader and helping out at weekend camps.

She said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the leaders have different amounts of time they are able to offer. It is very satisfying to watch a scout use and share skills and knowledge they have learnt during their time at scouts.â&#x20AC;?

If you are interested in becoming a leader contact Gillian Stuart: gingar@ntlworld.com.

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BUSBY PARISH CHURCH BBQ

Busby Parish Church is welcoming everyone along for some family fun at its Summer Sizzler barbecue on Saturday September 1.

There will be plenty of activities on offer to keep both adults and kids entertained.

JOIN THE BOYS’ BRIGADE

The 128th Glasgow Company of the Boys’ Brigade would like to welcome new boys to join their sections.

Live music will come from Scottish songwriter and singer Steve Grozier and The Wildcats band. There will be a barbecue included in the ticket price and kids can enjoy the bouncy castle, face painting, games and arts and crafts.

Tickets are priced at £8 for adults and £3.50 for kids and are available to purchase from The White Cart and Busby Pharmacy. Also see www. busbyparishchurch.org.uk

The new term starts on the first week in September and they are keen to see new and familiar faces along to their Monday and Friday evening sessions.

activities, including active sports like athletics, badminton, basketball and cricket and they also play games, chess and focus on character building.

An active part of Williamwood Parish Church, based on Vardar Avenue, they have been serving Clarkston and the neighbouring areas for over 80 years.

Anchor Boys, for those in primary one to three, meet on a Friday from 6.30 to 7.30pm, the Junior Section is for primary four to six and is held on a Monday from 6.45 to 8.30pm.

The group provides fun, friendship, sports and skills, and caters for children of primary and secondary age. Boys can get involved in a variety of

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Inside Out Theatre Productions will stage their hilarious performance of Girls’ Night Oot on September 7 at Eastwood Park Theatre, Rouken Glen Road, Giffnock.

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There will be a smash hit soundtrack to accompany the play, packed with classic favourites from through the decades.

Tunes will include Donna Summer, Cyndi Lauper and Whitney Houston.

The show is described as “a wee bit naughty but a great night out for the gals”.

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A major music festival taking place near Loch Lomond this month is offering a unique opportunity for some young up and coming artiste.

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Loch Lomond Live – which takes place at Drymen’s Show Field on September 22 and 23 – have launched the LLL: Upcoming competition on Facebook, offering the chance for a talented local act to perform a “stripped back” set on their Session Stage on the Saturday.

The Community Advertiser has teamed up with Loch Lomond Events to offer you a chance to win tickets to the Loch Lomond Live music festival.

This will effectively launch the brand new festival, and is a high profile opportunity that could help some talented performer reach a larger audience.

The festival welcomes acts including Donnie Munro (exRunrig) and Highland group Tide Lines to the national park, as well as popular festival acts Clann an Drumma, Trail West and Rollin Drones, and around 5,000 visitors are expected to descend on the area over the weekend.

Tide Lines will be one of the headliners at this year's Loch Lomond Live

Organiser Ross Coutts said: “We’re very keen to support local bands too - around a third of our line-up is from nearby areas.“ Have Mercy Las Vegas and Dave Arcari are probably the two most well-known, but the likes of Folky Macfolk Face, The Foz & The Super Pumas are doing really well, and I’m sure they’ll all put on a great live performance”.

The eclectic line-up also features the best emerging indie rocks acts with Declan Welsh, Foreignfox and Mark Sharp and the Bicycle Thieves among

the offering, and the festival organisers have confirmed there might still be one or two announcements to come before day splits are revealed at the end of the month: “We’ve a couple of surprises up our sleeve, so we’re hopeful to confirm all information in the next couple of weeks, it’s going to be special”, said Ross.

As well as the live music, festivalgoers can enjoy local food and drink produce, plus a host of activities, attractions and family fun across the weekend.

We have 2 Family Weekend Tickets (worth £60 each) to giveaway for the Loch Lomond Live held at the Drymen’s Show Field on 22nd and 23rd September.

To enter the LLL: Upcoming Competition, email editor@ communityadvertiser.co.uk with "LLL: Upcoming Competition" in the subject line. Include your name, address, phone number and answer the following question: Where is the event being held?

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TAKE A DIVE INTO LOCAL HISTORY

Support Groups Age Scotland Helpline Providing information, friendship and advice through a confidential freephone number.

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A local athletics club has announced it will embark on a trip to the annual World Youth Games in Gothenburg, Sweden, next summer.

A series of new local history courses start this month with a focus on Netherlee since the 18th century.

Following the successes of the 2017 trip, Giffnock North AC says it is keen to get as many young athletes as possible involved again.

The informal and interactive lessons, from September 3 to October 1 (excluding September 24), will be led by expert tutor Dr Stuart Nisbet at Clarkston Hall.

The Games will take place in the spectacular Ullevi Stadium (pictured) and will be the first opportunity for many budding young athletes to take part in a major competition.

The youngsters who meet the tough qualifying standards will compete against fellow athletes from all over the world.

Find out more about the club at www.giffnocknorth.co.uk.

The first session will comprise a walk to gather information on the ground, followed by three classes each Monday from 1pm to 2.30pm.

Dr Nisbet will be on hand to answer your questions and to open your eyes to a side of the area you may never have seen before.

Novices and history boffins alike are welcome at these classes.

The cost of the full course is £42.40 for adults, £34.80

for over 60s and £21.60 for concessions.

A number of “Introduction to Ancestry” sessions will also take place this month at Giffnock, Mearns and Clarkston libraries.

The sessions will introduce you to the Ancestry Library Edition website and show you how to search millions of records.

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Dementia Singing Group For people with dementia (accompanied by their carer) to enhance wellbeing and confidence. 1st Friday of every month at Merrylea Parish Church margeretdmclellan@outlook.com Tel: 0141 639 6853

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RCA Trist We seek to limit the effects of alcohol, gambling and other problematic behaviours on the individual, their families and the wider community as a whole by providing a range of services and interventions.

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12 Steps to the Pe When it comes to wedding planning thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no right or wrong way to do it. Our simple step by step planning guide consists of the 12 main tasks that every couple should have on their to-do-list.

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Honeymoon

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HINDU CULTURAL FEST FOR ALL Legal Matters The Indo Scottish Cultural Group is holding an Independence Day and Janmashtami celebration this month.

Everyone is welcome to join in the party atmosphere on September 2 to mark the Hindu festival.

The community event will be held at Broom Parish Church in Newton Mearns from 2pm to 5pm and will celebrate Indian culture with a variety of dance recitals, music and art.

Tickets cost £5 and food will be provided for adults and children.

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ASSISTANCE This month: LEGAL AT A POLICE STATION The right to legal advice from a solicitor, if you are being held by the police on suspicion of committing a crime, was introduced by statute in Scotland following the UK Supreme Court case of Cadder v HM Advocate.

You now have the right to speak to a solicitor at any time while in police custody. This could be by way of advice given over the telephone or directly in person.

You are entitled to speak to your solicitor in private before the start of an interview. If you do not have your own legal advisor you can ask to speak to the duty solicitor.

It is important to be aware that even if you initially turn down the right to seek advice you are perfectly entitled to change your mind at any time.

Consulting with a solicitor is an essential part of the justice process and their role is to protect your rights and give you advice about the law.

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Calendar of events Saturday 1st Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society – Annual Flower Show Clarkston Halls 2pm. Meet Pudsey Bear as the show proceeds this year are going to "Children in Need". Also featuring a market street of local traders selling crafts, ice-cream, fudge and jewellery.

Exhibits range from flowers & vegetables to handicrafts & baking. www.bachs.co.uk

Goalkeeping Academy Giffnock North Amateur Athletic Club 9:30am. Shot stoppers, looking for new goalkeepers to help train with this long-established, successful club. www.shotstoppersgoalkeeping.co.uk

Classes for Children Stamperland Parish Church 9:45am (P1), 10:30am (P2), 11:15am (P3), Fun and engaging music 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

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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 & SUN: 12-1pm. 5-14-year-olds. £6 or £20 for block of 4. SAT: 11am-12pm & SUN: 1-2pm. 15 years+. £7.50 or £25 for block of 4.

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Doors Open Day Newton Mearns Parish Church 10am. We trace our roots back to 1739 as we look forward to welcoming you and sharing something of our history, the story of our church... and of where we are today. www.newtonmearnsparish.org.uk

Cycle Station Bike Hire Whitelee Windfarm 11am. Cycle Station's popular bike hire is back at Whitelee Windfarm every Saturday and Sunday throughout the season, weather permitting. www.cyclestation.org.uk Weekly

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

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Sunday 2nd Sinatra and Me Eastwood Park Theatre 7:30pm. Join 'Best Actor in a Leading Role' award-winner Richard Shelton as he recreates his critically acclaimed performance of Frank Sinatra, which looks behind the iconic blue eyes. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

Sunday 2nd Martial Arts Club 196 Ayr Road, Crookfur Park, Newton Mearns G77 6DT 9am. Teaching the Japanese sword art of Iaido. We welcome female and male students and martial arts returners.

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Ladies Day Eastwood House 1pm. Visit the fantastic range of stalls or join a free mini session. Pick up a new buy, learn a new skill/hobby, or simply enjoy some prosecco or cocktails with your girlfriends. There will be a bar serving prosecco and cocktails, a café selling coffee and cake. Booking essential. www.yourhealthangel.lpages.co/ a-day-for-the-lassies/

Janamashtami Celebration Broom Parish Church 2-5pm. Celebrate Indian Independence Day at this special event featuring dances, songs and poems.

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Monday 3rd Shirokawa Karate Academy Williamwood Parish Church 5pm. We have classes to suit all fitness and ability levels from 6 years to adult. www.shirokawa.co.uk Weekly Bookbug Session 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/bookbug AutoScots Car Club Mearns Primary, Hunter Drive, Newton Mearns G77 6DP 7.30pm. AutoScots Car Club, the Club for Classic, Retro & Sports Car enthusiasts, we're open to all marques, no need to change your club when you change your car. We attend and display at many car shows throughout the year. douglas.hunter@btinternet.com Facebook First Monday of the month

Eastwood Choral Society Park Church, Ravenscliffe Dr, Giffnock 7.30-9.30pm. Come and join our vibrant mixed voice adult choir. All voices welcome. No auditions required. Our repertoire is largely choral and classical, with concerts twice a year. Bring a mug for break time tea and biscuits!

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Discovering Local History: Netherlee Clarkston Hall 1pm. Explore history on the ground as we begin with a guided walk (optional) then come along to three classes where you will find out about the development of your local area over the last 300 years. www.ercultureandleisure.org

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What's On Calendar | September 2018 Bridge Club Maccabi Centre 7:20pm. Supported Play, where those who have had bridge lessons, or are returning to bridge, can play and get coaching at the same time. No club membership, no formality, no pressure.

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Rock Choir Newton Mearns Parish Church 10am. We rehearse in over 300 towns nationwide and sing our own arrangements of pop, Motown and chart songs with no auditions and no need to read music.

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Yoga Flow Class Maccabi Halls 6:30-7.45pm. For many of us life can be challenging. Yoga can give you balance, harmony and a wonderful sense of well-being.

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121st Clarkston Glasgow Scout Group 21 Aidan's Brae, Clarkston Beavers, WED: 6-7pm. THU: 6:157:15pm. FRI: 6:15-7:15pm. Cubs, MON: 6:30-8pm. WED: 6:45-8:15pm. FRI: 6:458:15pm. Scouts, MON: 7:30-9:30pm. FRI: 8-10pm. Explorers, TUE: 8-10pm. www.121glasgowscouts.org.uk

Glasgow Line Dancing Busby Parish Church, G76 8EB 2-3pm. No partner, no fancy clothes or footwear required. Fun easy-to-follow routines. £4 pay as you go, please wear flat shoes.

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Tuesday 4th

Tuesday Evening Walking Group Greenbank Parish Church 7pm. We are a friendly bunch of all ages; we walk around Clarkston area for 1 hour chatting all the way. www.greenbankglasgow.org.uk Whitelee Stroller Striders Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre 10am. Join the Whitelee Rangers on their free weekly parent & baby walking group. The group is a fun and enjoyable way to socialise with new parents and always welcomes new members.

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Blether and a Brew Mearns Kirk Halls 2pm. Join us for tea, coffee, sweet treats and good company in a relaxed café style setting. Everyone is welcome; no need to book. Suggested donation: £1.

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Yoga for a Healthier Mind and Body Maccabi Hall Studio 6.30-7.45pm. Yoga to improve flexibility, strength, self-confidence and self-esteem. My class is for all levels of abilities. A warm welcome to all newcomers. Please let me know if you need a mat.

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Eastwood Bereavement Support Mearns Kirk Church Hall 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

Cup & Blether Eastwood Health Centre 11am. You could meet a bunch of new friends. No programme. No agenda.

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Community Choir Stamperland Church Hall, Clarkston 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 invited to come along to a weekly rehearsal to see if they enjoy the experience. www.singglasgow.co.uk Weekly

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Mini Football Mearns Primary School 6:15pm. The Mini Kickers programme provides a gentle introduction to playing football using fun-based football activities. www.ercultureandleisure.org

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First Steps Eastwood Park Eastwood Park Leisure Centre 9:30am. For people 50+ who want to start walking and to join a friendly group of walkers; please come along and join in. sine.delahunt@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk Walking Football Mearns Primary School 7:30pm. Friendly, relaxed and fun football for anyone 50 plus. www.ercultureandleisure.org Weekly

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Tablets available to borrow. Booking essential. mkhelpinghands@outlook.com Eastwood Sub-Aqua Club 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

Muirend and Netherlee Badminton Club Netherlee Primary School 7pm. Ladies only, mixed ages and abilities. morag.a@ntlworld.com Glasgow Line Dancing Giffnock South Parish Church 10-11am. Beginners, 11am-12pm: Improvers. No partner, no fancy clothes or footwear required. Fun easy-to-follow routines. £4 pay as you go, please wear flat shoes.

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Walk the Block Clarkston Hall, Clarkston 7pm. Meet more people within your community and improve your fitness and well-being. We meet at the entrance to Clarkston Hall car park and walk to Muirend, Giffnock, Eastwood Toll and back to Clarkston Hall. facebook.walktheblockeaster

YogaBellies Newton Mearns Parish Church WED: 7-8.15pm. Women's Yoga.

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Calendar of events Clarkston Community Choir Greenbank Parish Church Halls 7:30pm, The choir is open to everyone – all abilities and ages. There are no auditions and you don't have to be able to read music. Just come along and enjoy the singing and friendship greenbank.office@tiscali.co.uk

Thursday 6th Stamperland Wine Circle Clarkston Halls 7:30pm. Learning about the methods of production, coaching on how to make your own wine, meeting with like-minded people, opportunities to enter local competitions. New members welcome. 07943 435843 alfredjones123@btinternet.co.uk

Crookfur, Greenfarm & Mearns Village Community Council Monthly Meeting Fairweather Hall 7pm. Your opportunity to raise concerns & have your voice heard on local issues – we listen to & represent your views on East Renfrewshire Council. www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

Fencing Club Mearns Castle High School 6pm. Looking for new members aged 10-18yrs. Fencing is a social activity and the members of the club are there to learn a new skill, keep fit and enjoy themselves. First two sessions free. www.bladesoffire.com Weekly

Dogs Trust, Dog School Glasgow Newton Mearns Parish Church 11:30am (Puppy), 12:30pm (Adult), Dog School Glasgow provides training classes for puppies, adults and rescue dogs. glasgowdogschool@dogstrust.org.uk Weekly

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Cask and Canvas Tipi Whisky Festival Greenbank House and Garden 2pm. A fantastic day of whisky tasting, live music, retail stalls, good food and great atmosphere. Not only will there be our exciting whisky tasting there will also be an additional bar onsite - perfect for those guests who are looking for alternative tipples! Facebook Greenbank Community Fete Greenbank Parish Church 1pm. Something for all the family. Giant inflatable assault course, bouncy castle, face-painting, glitter tattoos, BBQ, and much more! www.greenbankglasgow.org.uk

Friday 7th Girls Night Oot! Musical Eastwood Park Theatre 7:30pm. To prepare for a marriage, all a girl needs are her friends and a guid old hen night! Banterous, Balshy and Bootyliciously good fun! Songs include Hot Stuff, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, I'm Every Woman and many more!

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Friday 7th Toddler Group Broom Parish Church 10am. During the school term. Parents have the opportunity to chat over a cup of tea or coffee while children between birth and 3 years old play together.

Family Weekend Activities Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre 10am. Whitelee Windfarm holds a great range of free family activities every weekend during their open season.

Facebook Scottish Summer Jammin’ Session Dams to Darnley Country Park, Newton Mearns 12pm. Jam making in the outdoors?

Come along and join the countryside rangers to help forage for edible berries and other fruit, then learn how to make jam from your bounty. Enjoy the jam with scones and a hot cuppa made with freshly boiled water from a storm kettle Booking essential.

0141 577 4053

CoderDojo Mearns Library 3:30pm. Scratch coding club for ages 7-13. No previous coding experience is necessary. No equipment is required.

Computers are available in the library. www.coderdojoscotland.com

Combat Concepts Williamwood High School Learn Jeet Kune Do, KMAX, boxing, Thai kickboxing, Filipino Kali plus many more arts and systems that complement Mixed Martial Art all while having fun and getting fit. SAT: 10-11am & SUN: 121pm (5-15yrs). SAT: 11am-12pm & SUN: 1-2pm (16+).

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Singing for the Brain Newton Mearns Parish Church 12.30-2.30pm. Singing for the Brain is run by The Richmond Fellowship Scotland and uses singing to bring people with dementia together in a friendly and stimulating social environment.

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Saturday 8th

Barrhead BabyCafé Auchenback Resource Centre 1:30pm. Barrhead BabyCafé is a free drop-in offering information and support for pregnant and breastfeeding mums and their families! www.thebabycafe.org

Adult and Child Football Fairweather Hall 9:30am & 10:30am, For adults and children, football classes provide basic movement patterns and improve motor skills through football and play.

Adults join in with their child. www.ercultureandleisure.org

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An Evening with Val McDermid The Avenue, Newton Mearns 7pm. Discussing her latest Karen Pirie thriller 'Broken Ground'. Booking essential.

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What's On Calendar | September 2018 The Wee Art Studio 27 Morven Drive, G76 7QE 1pm. Come along and find out about new adult and teenage classes. Activity table for the kids.

All welcome. www.theweeartstudio.co.uk Weekly

Wheelchair Basketball 3x3 Extravaganza ‘18 Eastwood High School Pool and Games Hall 10am. Open to anyone who fancies wheelchair basketball.

Learn new skills or enhance the ones you have. Three-a-side competition. Clubs can enter team(s): ladies teams, mixed teams and unattached players making up scratch teams.

Facebook SNAP! Community Youth Club Greenbank Parish Church, Clarkston 10am. All sorts of activities are available at the youth club such as baking, badminton, unihoc, pool, table tennis, café, tuck shop, arts and crafts, board games and a quiet space with music. If you are P7-S3 then why not come along and join us? snap@greenbankglasgow.org.uk Weekly

Sunday 9th 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

Monday 10th Scottish Country Dancing Hillpark Secondary School 7-9pm. General.

Shawlands Academy 7-9pm. Beginners & Improvers.

Come and join us for fun, fitness and friendship. You will be made very welcome.

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Mearns and Whitecraigs Flower Club Broom Parish Church 2pm. Monthly demonstrations. The club holds practical workshops from time to time to offer members the chance to learn new skills. www.safas.org.uk/Mearns

Dancing Through the Decades Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 7:30pm, A Night of nostalgia with ‘Dancing through the Decades’ to help raise funds for people impacted by Huntington’s disease (HD). From the groovy tunes of the swinging 60s to the funkadelic disco boogies of the 70s through to the Motown sounds of the 80s, we will have something for everyone. Booking essential. www.hdscotland.org/dancingthrough-the-decades

Ordinary Meeting - Broom, Kirkhill and Mearnskirk Community Council Conference Room, Mearns Castle High School 7pm. Your opportunity to raise concerns and have your voice heard on local issues. We listen to & represent your views to East Renfrewshire Council. We can help address local problems and direct you toward their resolution.

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Bridge Classes for Beginners Williamwood High School 7:30pm. Free introductory session, no experience or partner is required.

Learn by playing socially or more competitively in a club bridge.eastren@gmail.com

Sunday 16th Stuart Mitchell: Gordon Ramsay’s Karma Café Eastwood Park Theatre 7:30pm. The law of unintended consequences means that the worst moments of our lives are often great lessons in disguise and in this instance Gordon Ramsay became the arch nemesis of a young man who was cooking up his own recipe for disaster! www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

Thursday 13th An Evening with Denzil Meyrick The Avenue Shopping Centre 7pm. Discussing & signing copies of his new DCI Daley thriller 'The Relentless Tide'. Booking essential 0141 616 3933

Kung Fu Panda Eastwood Park Theatre 10:30am. The Dragon Warrior has to clash against the savage Tai Lung as China's fate hangs in the balance.

However, the Dragon Warrior mantle is supposedly mistakenly to be bestowed upon an obese panda who is a tyro in martial arts. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

The Greatest Show Clarkston Hall 8pm. Led by our very own Ringmaster, we journey through the world of the circus, meeting the most curious of characters. From the strongest and fearless to the mystical and magical, take a peek behind the curtain and into the life of our travelling troupe. seaty.co.uk/thegreatestshow Also on Friday & Saturday at 8pm

Friday 14th Islander Eastwood Park Theatre 6:30pm. Boldly exploring themes of war, migration and identity, Islander is a play with songs for everyone 8 years and older. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

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Wednesday 19th Stroll in The Park Rouken Glen Park 2pm. To celebrate World Alzheimer’s Day come along and join us in a choice of 2 walks – a short 30-minute pathways walk to the walled garden or a wildlife walk into the glens. We welcome everyone to this FREE dementia friendly walking event. Meeting at Rouken Glen Pavilion. Richard Leckerman

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Calendar of events East Renfrewshire U3A Newton Mearns Parish Church 2:30pm, MCR Pathways are going to be telling us about ‘Mentoring Young People‘. Come and find out why and how. www.u3asites.org.uk/ eastrenfrewshire/events

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Finding Nemo Eastwood Park Theatre 10:30am, After his son is captured in the Great Barrier Reef and taken to Sydney, a timid clownfish sets out on a journey to bring him home. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

The McDougalls: Treasure Hunt Eastwood Park Theatre 2pm. Max, Auntie Aggie and Morag the Rabbit are on a quest: to find the lost treasure once belonging to Captain McDougall and his motley crew! It's buried somewhere on a Desert Island and they need your help to find it. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

Tuesday 25th Busby Flower Club Redhurst Hotel 7:30pm. Katy Hermes - “A Walk on the Wild Side” For members old and new.

All welcome. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

Friday 21st

Blood Donation Broom Church, Newton Mearns 2pm & 5pm, Every time you give blood, you can save or improve the lives of up to three people. Come along to one of these Scotblood events. www.scotblood.co.uk

Thursday 20th Opera Highlights Eastwood Park Theatre 1:30pm. Taking four singers and a pianist to venues the length and breadth of the country for an entertaining evening of operatic treasures and great company. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

Virago Eastwood Park Theatre 7:30pm, Virago is a vibrant, compelling, brave and dynamic dance-digital solo production from Sonia Sabri. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk Dr Jones’ Testing Treasure Trails Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre 11am. Assemble your team for a family treasure hunt – solve the clues and find where X marks the spot of the lost treasure! Booking essential. www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

A Bug's Life Eastwood Park Theatre 1:30pm. A misfit ant, looking for "warriors" to save his colony from greedy grasshoppers, recruits a group of bugs that turn out to be an inept circus troupe. www.eastwoodparktheatre.co.uk

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Local News | September 2018

GO OFF GRID WITH TODDLERS

ANIMAL CLUB'S WINTER DATES

A community project to encourage toddlers to enjoy the outdoors takes place in Clarkston.

Anipals meets at Rouken Glen Pavillion and its winter schedule continues with a Butterfly Conservation Workshop on Monday 3 September

Off Grid Community has sessions aimed at little ones and their parents and offers the chance of playing and exploring in a real woodland space.

The new winter programme has been revealed at Anipals, a social club for young animal fans.

The toddlers are able to climb trees, make dens to hide in and take part in craft activities to stimulate their imagination and creativity.

There is a mud kitchen, sand pit and plenty of water to splash about in.

Parents are invited to bring along lunch for themselves and their kids. The class leaders will heat it on the outdoor fire for the full wilderness experience.

The sessions take place every Monday from noon to 2pm and on Wednesdays, from 10am to noon.

Classes cost £2 each and kids under 12 months go free. There

is no need to worry about the weather scuppering your plans, either, because on rainy days there will be a shelter to hide in.

There is no need to book your place, just head along to the Scout Hall on Aidans Brae in Clarkston to get involved.

Off Grid also offers after school clubs from four primary schools in the area.

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The Anipals group launched earlier this year in East Renfrewshire with the aim of providing a safe and fun environment for young people with a love of animals.

The club runs regular activities including classes on animal care and handling, arts and crafts, and educational visits.

The winter schedule is now up and running, with classes taking place every second Monday evening at Rouken Glen Pavillion.

Kids aged 11-plus are invited to come along and enjoy the relaxed and inclusive atmosphere, which organisers say will help

boost confidence and self-esteem, while also fostering a child’s love of nature.

Past classes have included an alpaca trek, equine therapy and World of Wings, which offered a chance to get up close to a variety of birds of prey.

This month, there will be a butterfly conservation workshop.

It costs £2 to attend each class from 7pm to 8.30pm.

For more information, and to check upcoming activities, head over to their website www. anipalsglasgow.myfreesites.net or drop the team an email at anipalsglasgow@gmail.com.

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TIPI AND TASTINGS AT WHISKY FESTIVAL

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This month: UTI IN THE ELDERLY Crucial signs of a UTI in the elderly can be easily missed as they have all the same symptoms as a younger person however they may show NONE of the ‘normal’ signs. Instead they may experience flu-like symptoms whereas younger people will not.

A whisky festival with a difference is heading to Clarkston this month – it will be set inside a tipi in the NTS Greenbank Garden.

Cask and Canvas is hosting the action-packed Tipi Whisky Festival.

A spokesperson for the festival said: “This will be a fantastic day of whisky tasting, live music, retail stalls, good food and great atmosphere.

“As well as our exciting whisky tasting, there will be an additional bar, which will be perfect for those guests who are looking for alternative tipples.”

can use their k upFestival ongoers logs vouchers to claim samples, choosing from a range of more pecial than 40prices... different whiskies.

The spokesperson added: “This is a great opportunity to expand

your knowledge and taste of different whiskies, while enjoying a great social event in the setting of this amazing property.”

Tickets are priced at £25 for the full experience, with 12 samples and a souvenir glass to take home. The “lite” experience, with eight samples, costs £21 and a non-tasting entry is £8. Kids’ tickets are priced at £4. Advance booking is required for the best deals.

The event will take place on September 8 at 2pm and more information can be found on Facebook, at Cask & Canvas – The Tipi Whisky Festival.

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CIRCLE WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS

OPERA HIGHLIGHTED FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

New members are invited to the opening night of the Stamperland Wine Circle this month.

Starting for a new season, the club aims to offer members a greater understanding of wine and wine-making.

Members enjoy tastings, displays by leading distributors and learn about the matching of different wines to foods.

There are also demonstrations on how to make wine and an opportunity to chat about making your own.

The opening night is on Thursday September 6 at at 7.30pm in Clarkston Halls.

The club meets on the first Thursday of each month.

For more details you can contact Glyn Jones on 07943 435843 or email alfredjones123@btinternet.com.

Scottish Opera debut for a new season in Giffnock next month – and people under the age of 26 can experience the magic for just £5.

Opera Highlights opens on Thursday September 20 at Eastwood Park Theatre and features an operatic playlist from much-loved and some lesser-known composers.

To encourage more young people to experience opera, tickets are being discounted from the normal adult price of £14 to £5 for people aged 26 and under.

Four professional singers and a pianist will be hitting the high notes as they present the autumn season, including Mozart and Donizetti, linked together with new compositions by Scottish Opera Composer in Residence Samuel Bordoli.

Anthony McReavy from East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure said: “Opera Highlights is recommended for those

aged eight-plus so it is a great opportunity to get generations of the family together to enjoy a live performance of classical music.

“Whether it’s your first taste of a classical collaboration or you have enjoyed the opera many times before, this show is sure to hit all the right notes.”

The show is directed by Daisy Evans and curated by Scottish Opera’s Head of Music Derek Clark and will tour the rest of the country after Eastwood Park’s premier.

Scottish Opera’s General Director, Alex Reedijk, said: “This combination of wonderful music from across the world of opera, terrific voices and a creative staging by Daisy Evans will ensure that our audiences will have an enjoyable night out!”

Full tour dates and locations are available: www.scottishopera. org.uk/shows/opera-highlightsautumn-2018. The Eastwood Park Theatre show is eligible for its group discount – bring a group of 10 people and one person can go free.

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Local News | September 2018

CAR CLUB IN CHARITY BOOST BOOK IN WITH TOP CRIME WRITERS

A local classic, sports and retro cars club is delighted to have raised thousands of pounds for Scottish charity Revive MS Support.

A book store in Newton Mearns is delighted to be playing host to several big name authors throughout the month.

Bestselling writer Val McDermid will spend an evening at Waterstones in The Avenue Shopping Centre on Thursday September 6.

AutoScots, which meets monthly in Newton Mearns, hosted a car show at the charity’s Family Fun Day this summer.

The event, which was supported by all the members of the club, took place at the Riverside Museum in Glasgow and saw more than 80 classic cars on display.

AutoScots was founded in 2012 and has a membership of around 30. The club meets on the first Monday of every month at Mearns Primary School at 7.30pm.

Douglas Hunter, from the club, said: “It was a really successful event and very enjoyable. We raised a total of some £2000 for Revive MS Support, which is based Douglas said: “The club caters in Glasgow. Two of our members have a family connection with the for classic, sportscar and retro enthusiasts along with other charity. petrolheads. We’re a relaxed “In fact, it was the second annual crowd with a common interest in show and our club was invited wheels and fun. back after hosting a car show at “There’s no age limit for vehicles the same event last year. They or members and we’re open to all said it was so successful they marques.” wanted us to do it again.”

She will be promoting her latest thriller Broken Ground, which will see the return of character DCI Karen Pirie.

The aims of the club are to promote the further interest in all aspects of classic, retro and sportscar ownership, with the attendance and exhibition at all levels of car shows and events. Activities range from charity fundraisers to club meets with guest speakers and from rallies to organised road runs and social nights. New members are always welcome.

The following Thursday, September 13, it’s the turn of another crime author, Denzyl Meyrick, who will be discussing his new novel The Relentless Tide. He will be signing copies of the book.

Both events take place from 7pm to 8pm and are free to attend.

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East Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership has received the UNICEF gold award for its baby health visiting service.

The partnership has won the accolade for the work it does with families in the area. It was recognised for improving early results and for continuing to ensure the same results as the child grows.

improve outcomes for babies, mothers and families as a whole.

The HSCP was also commended for the friendliness of staff and the standard of training offered to staff members.

It was introduced by UNICEF and the World Health Organisation to promote knowledge of breastfeeding and to support mothers through the process.

It also aims to nurture new parents’ relationships with their babies, to make sure they get the best start in life.

The UNICEF scheme, the Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI), works to

Julie Murray, HSCP Chief Officer, said: “It’s a wonderful

“We have had great feedback from families saying they feel much more confident caring for their baby and the staff are kind and considerate.”

The HSCP hosts breastfeeding sessions twice a week to give new mothers the chance to access support, ask questions and meet other mothers.

The sessions are held on Wednesdays from 1.30pm to 3pm at Eastwood Health and Care Centre in Clarkston and on Thursdays at the same time at Auchenback Resources Centre in Barrhead. No advance booking is required.

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