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It’s great to see continuing improvements at the frontage at Neva Place. On this occasion, many thanks to the Brighter Bridge of Weir group for planting the border in front of Bernie’s, and thanks too to Bull’s Garage for donating the red stone chips, and the efforts of Willie Carruth, Roy Holmes and the Brighter girls who managed to move enough red chips to cover from the edge of Bernie’s paving all the way down to the bank. Well done! Sadly, the availability of these stone chips is due to the, now obvious, closure of Bull’s Garage. This was a business at the core of village life and will be sorely missed. For those villagers who live and work within the locality it provided a convenient and essential resource, even if only for filling-up your vehicle. Locals will now have to make a conscious decision to go elsewhere and in doing so may change their local shopping habits. Please remember that a village without local shops can be a very soul-less place, so please do your utmost to continue to support your local retailers and help keep the community alive.

It’s Panto season....

“Oh no it’s not” you say, “Oh yes it is!” And we are so excited at The Advertizer this year as one of our very own team is taking part - we’ll leave it to our eagle-eyed readers out there to go along to the show and find out who! On that same theme, we’ve got a special section in our centre pages, “Spotlight”, with details of pantomimes, theatre events and fireworks displays- plenty going on for all tastes. If you’ve got any events for our December issue, please get these to us by our deadline of Friday 15th November

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by Renfrewshire Local History Forum

Blind William Jamieson, Killallan Parish Blood Donor Sessions

Paisley Town Hall, High Street, PA1 1JF Tuesday 5th November 2pm – 3.45pm & 5.15pm – 7.30pm Gourock’s Gamble Halls, Shore Street at King St, PA19 1RG Tuesday November

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William Jamieson, probably the son of a tenant farmer, was born in the Barony of Barochan in Killallan Parish in Renfrewshire in the mid-seventeenth century. As a parishioner he would have attended Killallan Kirk. He became a preacher and was well respected in academic circles. What was even more remarkable, he was blind from birth! His genius appears to have been acknowledged early in his life when he was given financial support by a local laird, William Cunninghame of Craigends. As a young man he was well versed in Latin. In 1685 Archibald the 9th Earl of Argyle, an assertive Presbyterian, was captured at Inchinnan after his involvement in the Monmouth Rebellion and was later executed in Edinburgh as a traitor. The day before his execution he wrote his own epitaph in verse and, remarkably, William Jamieson turned the speech into ‘Latin elegiacs’. The Argyle Stone in the grounds of the Normandy Hotel in Renfrew marks the site where the Earl rested after his capture. By the 1690s Jamieson had become renowned as a lecturer of history at the University of Glasgow. In April 1692 the Senate awarded him 200 merks Scots per annum for the next two years because ‘he had no estate to subsist on’. In letters to the Earl of Mar dated 1706 and 1709 Mr John Stirling, Principal of the College of Glasgow, sought further funding allowances for ‘Mr William Jamieson, a blind man and wonderful scholar’ ‘in our college’. William Jamieson was author of several books, some on the Episcopal controversy, the most noted being The Defence of the Church of Scotland written in 1713. Within his lifetime, he was recorded by George Crawfurd in 1710 as a ‘miracle of learning’ and the ‘Professor of History at Glasgow University’. Considering his blindness, William Jamieson must justifiably be regarded as Killallan’s most illustrious son. Further information on Blind William Jamieson will shortly be posted at www.rlhf.info under Local History. © 2013Helen Calcluth

Christmas Shoe Box Appeal

Once again the Soroptimist Club of Paisley are supporting the appeal to fill shoe boxes with gifts of hats, scarves, gloves, toiletries, sweets, pens, pencils, note pads and toys for the children. These gifts are being sent to Eastern Europe and Pakistan this year. We spent a very pleasant and productive support evening at the Glynhill Hotel packing 50 boxes which will go overland by truck and arrive in plenty of time for Christmas. If you would like to hear more about the work of Soroptimist International, please contact Liz Cumming on 01505 872429 or visit our website www. soroptimistinternational.org

‘Movin & Givin’

We are 6 local Zumba Instructors who have come together to develop a new community based fund raising group, where our aim is to reach out to our local communities and raise funds for projects and causes that directly affect people in our area. By running charity Zumba fitness classes throughout the year, we will raise funds that will go directly to a local cause in need of financial help. We are open to all applications for funding and any cause will be considered. Our dream is that we can make this idea so successful, by making real changes to people’s lives, who otherwise would have no hope of receiving help. Email movin&giving@gmail.com or visit our facebook page ‘Movin & Givin’ for more information.

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Travel blog

by Maureen Horton of Travel a la Carte

PALE PEACH & PERFECT

As long dark nights and short days begin to descend, it is lovely to dream of sunny blue skies and the warmth of summer months past and perhaps plan for next year. My dreams have centred on the beautiful picture postcard island of Bermuda which we recently had the good fortune to visit. This subtropical island lies 600 miles off the east coast of America in the Atlantic Ocean and 800 miles north of the Caribbean Sea. Our last visit there was 23 years ago and, unlike most holiday destinations, we learned that the number of tourist beds available have dropped from 23,000 then to a mere 3,000 today. You may be thinking that the island must be very poor as a result of this. It is the opposite, as 80% of the island’s economy is reliant on the many underwriting insurance businesses that are based there and only 20% reliant on tourists who mainly come from the US and Canada. There is no trace of the slower, more laid back style of the West Indies; the way of life is sophisticated and the infrastructure first class and the business men still wear the famous Bermuda shorts with long knee high socks. We arrived on the daily British Airway’s direct flight from London Gatwick. It took a mere 20 minutes from touching down to stepping into our taxi ….. No long US style immigration queues here! We arrived at our hotel in time for dinner and looked forward to retracing our footsteps and rekindle past memories the next day. WOW …….We had forgotten just how lovely the island is! A large verdant colourful garden interspersed with quaint pastel coloured cottages surrounded by a rugged coastline with bright turquoise seas picturesque coves and crescent beaches of pale peach talcum powder sand. I could go on about the marvellous water sports and leisurely boat trips, the fabulous snorkelling and diving, the deep sea fishing, the interesting bird life and the immaculately manicured golf courses……. But right now, I am just dreaming about sitting on one of those pale peach and perfect beaches! Are you dreaming of a holiday to Bermuda……We can help get you there.

Christmas Art & Crafts Fair

On Saturday 16th November (10am-3pm) at Bishopton Community Centre, hosted by Bishopton Art Group. Local amateur artists and crafts people with a variety of products for sale that will make ideal Christmas presents. Children’s art activity area (supervised), and several new artists whose paintings will also be on sale. Free parking and is a 5-minute walk from Bishopton railway station. Mr William Stewart, organiser of Bishopton Art Group’s Christmas Art and Craft Fair said, “There will be something for the whole family. Tea, coffee and some great home baking will be available. Admission is free.”

History of the Poppy Appeal

On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, the First World War ended. Civilians wanted to remember the people who had given their lives for peace and freedom. An American War Secretary, Moina Michael, inspired by John McCrae’s poem,” In Flanders’ Fields”, began selling poppies to friends to raise money for the exService community. The Legion adopted the poppy for its fundraising in 1921 - and so the tradition began. If you can help raise money for the British Legion, please visit the website at www.britishlegion.org.uk for info.

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Fire & Sword Local author Louise Turner launched her debut novel “Fire & Sword”, based on events in the life of John, 1st Lord Sempill, at the Castle Semple Visitor’s Centre in Lochwinnoch on Sept 27th. The book’s release took place 500 years after the

battle of Flodden, where Lord John died, along with his king, James IV, and around a third of the Scots nobility. The Guest of Honour was Jamie, the 21st Lord Sempill, present holder of the title, seen here with Louise during the launch. The well attended event included Louise reading extracts from the book (published by hadleyrillebooks.com and available from Amazon). Her readings were interspersed with qualifying remarks and anecdotes by Lord Jamie himself.

The Erskine Christmas Cracker Thursday 14th & Friday 15th November Join us for the Christmas Cracker 2013 and indulge in an afternoon for shopping and entertainment in the opulent surroundings of Ingliston Country Club and Equestrian Centre in Bishopton on Thursday November 14th from 2pm until 8pm and Friday November 15th from 10am until 3pm.

Search for Veterans Mike Digby lives on part of a former World War 2/Early Cold War radar base and has so far managed to track down 14 former World War 2 WAAFs who served here and around 35 1950s airmen and a couple of officers. He has managed to put WAAFs back in touch who lost touch in 1945 and airmen back in touch who have not seen each other since 1955, in one case a gentleman and his best man. For Mike this is a national and international search for all former veterans and their family members. Please contact Mike Digby on 01263 824069 for further information.

With over 50 stalls, musical entertainment, fine food and more the Erskine Christmas Cracker is sure to get you into the Christmas Spirit!

Christmas Extravaganza Come along to the Christmas Extravaganza for family Christmas fun, raising funds for Robbie’s Dream Foundation on Sunday 1st December, 12noon to 4pm at the Normandy Hotel, Renfrew! Free entry, entertainment, 100 stall bursting with gorgeous Christmas goodies and Clyde 1 DJ Gavin Pearson will be hosting this event. Santa and his Elfs and Grotto, Live entertainment including Tickles the Clown, Christmas Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Renfrew Burgh Brass Band,YSSS dancers, and exciting celebrities ,raffles, and something for everyone! Family Christmas fun, raising funds for Robbie’s Dream Foundation Entry is FREE and entertainment etc will run all day. Don’t miss this spectacular event raising funds for Robbie’s Dream Foundation. Call 07737504784 for further information.

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Music events in Paisley Come and Sing Faure Requiem

Sunday 10th November - registration 4pm, rehearsal 4.15pm to approx. 6:30pm, performance 7.30pm.

Raising funds for the church (conducted by Matt Edwards Director of Music Thomas Coats Memorial Church). The famous Requiem by Gabriel Faure is iconic among choral works, mixing both power and beauty for choir and organ. Choir tickets are £7, Registration at 4pm. with the rehearsal from 4:15pm to approximately 6:30pm. The booking form is available at www.musicattcm. org.uk in the events section, from Matt Edwards at 07903 327159 or Roger Roddick at 01505 612874. Audience tickets are £7 (Students £4) and will be available at the door.

The Spirit of Christmas Saturday 14th December at 7pm

We will be joined by the TCM Church Choir, the TCM Occasional Singers and Trumpet Virtuoso Grant Golding with a concert of Christmas music for Choir, organ and trumpet. All events at Thomas Coats Memorial Church, High Street, Paisley

Lochwinnoch - Save Our Falls!! The Calderglen Falls in Lochwinnoch needs your help! The Falls are at the top of Calder St just past the old stone bridge (Bridgend). A local developer proposes to destroy this local beauty spot by installing a microhydrostation. The dam is to be raised by 3 courses of stone, approx 500mm. This station will use an Archimedes screw that will extend to the top of the now raised dam, with a power house above the screw. The proposal is to construct a viewing platform on the top of Calderglen Falls, Bridgend Lochwinnoch the power house, as no detailed plans are available the height of the viewing platform has to be finalised, but could be 6000mm (6metres) above the top of the existing dam. A huge industrial structure in the middle of Lochwinnoch’s iconic beauty spot!!! We are opposed to the implementation of this type of development, as the environmental damage and loss of a community amenity by far outweighs any possible gain to the community. Some of the specific reasons we object are:1.

Damage to the environment.

Loss of Lochwinnoch’s iconic beauty spot

More effective methods of creating renewable energy sources

We feel that the proposal for a Power station is environmentally unsound and would result in the loss of amenity to the community. The LEAP/Glen Hydro Feasibility Study has not considered the carbon footprint of the proposal, for example manufacture of the steel components, generator, switchgear, lines for grid connection, diesel to run the pile drivers and other machinery etc.

Typical 50kW Archimedean Screw Western Renewable Energy Ashburton, Devon Head - 4.5m

If you are unhappy with this proposal there is a paper petition doing the rounds in Lochwinnoch, also there is an online petition http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/save-our-falls and a Facebook page Save Lochwinnoch Waterfall - Appeal against Power station Eur Ing J W Bird BSc CEng MIET MEI

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Remembering The First World War It is hoped that over the next few months that people from Freeland Church and young men from the Boys’ Brigade will be finding out more about the people whose names appear on the church’s First World War memorial. Next year is the hundredth anniversary of the start of the Great War and this seems one fitting way of remembering and understanding the sacrifice of local people. Gordon Masterton is leading the research and at this stage would welcome information from anyone who knows anything about the men whose names appear on the church war memorial. Those names are:W Blackley, J Clark, D Cummings, A Houston, P W Houston, R B McDougall, J McGibbon, W J Mackenzie, A Macleod, J R F Reston, E Shedden, J Woodrow. By the time of Remembrance Sunday 2014 the intention is that some of their story will be known and can be shared to help those of us who have lived in more peaceful times to better understand their sacrifice. If you have any information please contact Gordon at 613503.

Carol Service Accord Hospice’s Carol Service will be on Tuesday 17th December in Paisley Abbey & Paisley Town Hall. Carol Service only £5; Carol Service & Lunch £22. Visit the website www. accordhopsice.org.uk for further information and to purchase tickets.

MND Scotland Xmas Card Sale

Xmas Fayre Accord Hospice’s Christmas Fayre will be on Sat 7th December in Paisley Town Hall from 10am - 4pm. Donations for the bottle stall, bric-a-brac & soft toy tombola would be most welcome. Please contact the fund raising team on 0141 581 2000.

Motor Neuron Disease Scotland will be holding their annual Christmas card sale on Tuesday 12th November from 10am - 1pm in the Kilmacolm Community Centre. The Scottish Field Calendar supporting MND will also on sale.

Thanks Sheila Thank you to Sheila McHarg from Houston and her guests for their amazing contribution to Cancer Research UK. One Sunday afternoon in October, Sheila hosted a Pampered Chef ‘cocktails and canapés’ fundraiser at her home. We had a lot of fun and managed to raise the amazing amount of £400 for the charity. Sheila also dedicates a lot of time and effort into fundraising for some of our local organisations, without people like her, our community would not be the same.

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Deafblind Scotland’s Santa Dash

Santa Dash 5K Fun Run Sunday 15th December at Barshaw Park for Accord Hospice

Registration fee £15 or Minimum Sponsorship £15 to be paid on the day. Free for children under 16. Contact Fundraising Department for more info fundraising@accord.org.uk or call 0141 581 2000.

The 5K and 1K fun runs will take place in the beautiful Mugdock Country Park, near Milngavie on Sunday 1st December. There will be a range of children’s activities, carol singing and a traditional fayre, making the day a perfect festive family trip. Each person over 16 will receive a full Santa Suit, with under 12’s receiving reindeer antlers and a flashing red nose. All participants will receive a medal and certificate. Registration opens at 12.45pm and the races start at 2pm. Participants are encouraged to try and raise a minimum sponsorship of £30, with a special prize being awarded to the individual who raises the most sponsorship. You can register and pay for tickets on this website at the “Booking an event” section. You can also call 0141 777 5824 or email events@deafblindscotland.org. uk.

Accord Hospice Light Up a Life

Christmas Market

This Christmas we invite you to sponsor a light in memory or in honour of a friend or family member. When you sponsor a light, the name of your loved one will be entered into ACCORD’s ‘Book of Honour’ and you, or someone chosen by you, will receive a personalised ‘Light Up A Life’ card. The illumination of our Christmas Lights will take place in the Hospice grounds on Friday 6th December and we invite you to join us for this very special occasion. There will be a torchlight procession leaving from Mary Russell School at 6.45pm followed by the lighting ceremony at 7pm. The Christmas Tree and the Hospice gardens will then sparkle with lights representing the lives of those you have chosen to remember throughout the festive period.

Saturday 23rd November, 11am-3pm at the Lagoon Leisure Centre, Paisley. Owl display, Sand Art, Jumping Clay Workshops, Bouncy Castle and slide. Over 40 stalls including Reiki, Psychic, Tombola, Christmas Decorations and Santa’s Grotto. For further information or to book a stall, contact paisleyevents@rocketmail.com or telephone 07803346489

Join the Reindeer Stampede On Sunday 15th December join us for the St Vincent’s Hospice annual Reindeer Run at Robertsons Park, Renfrew. Choose your distance; go for a Donner (1K), Prancer round the park (2K),or Dasher round the route (3K). Under 10s £2 entry fee and run for free, over 10s £5 entry fee plus £10 minimum sponsorship. Entry includes FREE reindeer antlers and flashing nose. Contact 01505 705635 or info@ svh.co.uk for your form and fundraising pack. For information on these and other exclusive events visit www.svh.co.uk

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Hayley’s Nutty Nine in Ten for TCT My most recent challenge was the Great Scottish 10k Run, which I’m sure many of you took part in as well. It had a great atmosphere and I finished the 10k in 1 hour 2 mins and 11 seconds, which I’m delighted with since I’m not a road runner. My remaining two challenges to tackle are; the Zombie Night Run in Helensburgh where I will be chased through the woods in the dark while tackling obstacles and dodging zombies and following this, onto Edinburgh for the final challenge, the Men’s Health Survival of the Fittest - an urban 10k assault course that makes use of Edinburgh’s many hills! I’ll let you know next month if I managed to successfully complete my “Nutty Nine in Ten” injury free and still smiling. Hayley Douglas Adrenalin junkie Hayley Douglas decided to celebrate turning 30 in an unusual way. This madness has been conducted to help raise funds for Teenage Cancer Trust and you can still sponsor Hayley by filling in a sponsor form in The Brown Bull in Lochwinnoch, or by donating online at www.virginmoneygiving.com/Hayleysnutty9in10

212th Lecture Series

Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow Wed 13th Nov - Prof Charles Withers - Ogilvie Chair of Geography, University of Edinburgh. Mapping The Nation: Scotland’s Cartographic History. Wed 27th Nov - James Holloway - Former Director of the Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Portrait of a Nation: Reinventing the Scottish National Portrait Gallery. All meetings take place on Wednesdays at 7.30pm in the Main Lecture Theatre (3.25), John Anderson Building, Strathclyde University, Rottenrow East, Glasgow, G4 0NG. Non-members welcome. Disabled access.

Ceilidh Night at the River Inn in Houston On Saturday 23rd November, come and dance your socks off to ‘Keep it Reel’. Tickets are £18 and includes a hot meal. Bring along your family and friends and make it a night to remember! 8pm – midnight. For tickets call Fiona, 07811 766672.

The 26th Great Annual Ceilidh In aid of Erskine (formerly Erskine Hospital). Saturday 9th November in The Erskine Bridge Hotel, Erskine from 7.30pm til 12.30am.

Christian Aid Gala Concert A Gala Concert with Pat McMahon and friends from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow is to be held on Friday 1st November, in Kidston Hall Kilmacolm, at 7pm. All proceeds from the Concert will go directly to Christian Aid Scotland. Tickets £7.50 can be obtained from local churches, or from the Village Newsagents, Kilmacolm or by calling Jill Russell on 01505 872393. Refreshments will be served in the interval. We look forward to hosting this very special evening of music and song.

Entertainment by Alastair McDonald, Scotland’s leading musical minstrel. Delicious supper served at your table. Super raffle prizes. Tickets only £13 from Jim Baxter on 01505 874360 or Bob Marshall on 01505 502101.

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Go Bear-Faced Ladies why not swap your make-up for a Pawprint and Go BearFaced on 8th November? Pudsey Pawprints are available now from Post Offices across the UK or online at the Post Office Shop. If you would like a fundraising pack, either download it from the website or fill in the form online and we will post it to you. The main BBC Children in Need event will be on Friday 15th November. Visit our website at www.fundraising-pack.co.uk for further information or a fundraising pack. Go on . . . show your spots, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s raise lots!

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Angel Voices

Christmas Craft Fairs Friday 1st Nov - 11am until 6pm Sommerville Weir Hall, Quarriers Village. PA11 3SX This event will be held in Sommerville Weir Hall above the Three Sisters Bake - who will be offering their fabulous food and beverages for the duration of our Craft Fair.

Thursday 5th Dec - 11am until 6pm Kilmacolm Community Centre, Kilmacolm. PA13 4HA This event will be held in the Main Hall on the ground floor of the Community Centre. Fabulous food and beverages available from the HUB CAFÉ for the duration of our Craft Fair. The perfect opportunity to purchase those special Christmas presents from the very best of the Scottish Craft Community who will be showcasing both their skills and offering their unique products for sale. Everything on display is guaranteed to have been made by the Crafters themselves - no bought items are permitted. FREE ENTRY TO THE PUBLIC

St Fillan’s new Community Children’s Choir, Angel Voices, was welcomed and blessed by Bishop Gregor Duncan on the Feast Day of Michael and All Angels. The Choir rehearsals are on Fridays 6.30pm to 7.30pm in St Fillan’s Hall and are open to children aged between 6 and 10. Our Musical Director, Helen Knight, is a professionally trained teacher and musician and we have a talented accompanist on the piano, Clare Eagle. The Choir are taught both sacred and secular music and are currently preparing for the Christmas Season and the Greenock Festival. Enquiries to Maureen Russell (01505 872905).

Langbank Camera Club

At the October meeting of the Langbank Camera Club the ‘birds in flight’ competition attracted a good entry covering our regular feathered friends to the more exotic of the species. Derrick McPherson’s pelicans were judged the best of an impressive set of photographs. The next meeting of the Club will be held in the Langbank Church Halls at 7:30pm on Monday 11th November. Competition subject this time is Halloween.

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Freeland Celebrates 275 Years of Work and Witness! For Freeland Church 2013 has been a very special year as it marks the congregation’s 275th anniversary. Freeland’s history is significant as it was the first secession church in the West of Scotland when in 1738 the ‘16th Congregation of the Associate Presbytery’ was formed following unpopular settlements of ministers in Kilmacolm, Lochwinnoch and Greenock. (An illustrated booklet charting the history of Freeland Church can be obtained from the Church Office.) To mark this special anniversary a range of celebration events took place over the summer. A special float took part in the Gala Day parade and members of the congregation processed alongside wearing 18th century costumes which proved to be very warm on such a beautiful day! On Saturday 21st September a congregational meal was enjoyed in the church hall by members past and present where guest speakers entertained the congregation with stories and recollections that were both amusing and moving. Local poet, Jim Carruth, recited a poem he had written for the occasion. Many old acquaintances were renewed on Sunday 22nd September at a special 275th Anniversary Service as grateful thanks were given to God for the faithfulness of the congregation’s forefathers over the past centuries and hopes expressed for the continued grace to maintain the church’s work and witness in the years ahead. This was also a significant year for our much loved minister, Rev Kenneth Gray who has been celebrating 25 years in Freeland. Kenneth’s leadership and outstanding service as preacher, pastor and friend, not only to the congregation but also to so many in the local community, were marked at a special service in June.

Online Shop Remembering loved ones

St Vincent’s Hospice are offering a variety of Christmas cards for sale on their online shop. Just visit their website at www. stvincentshospice.co.uk/articles/article. php?sectionID=4&articleID=69 to view their selection and get your Christmas cards early this year!

Sponsor a light on the St Vincent’s Hospice tree this season to remember a loved one or honour a person or event. To sponsor a light on the tree please go to www.svh.co.uk and follow the link, or pick up a leaflet in your nearest hospice shop or contact 01505 705635 or info@svh.co.uk for your dedication cards. The light switch-on is Sunday 24th November at 5pm at St Vincent’s in Howwood (PA9 1AF), please dress warmly for this outdoor event. For information on these and other exclusive events visit www.svh.co.uk

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Paisley Abbey November Concerts Sunday 3rd November at 7.30pm CONCERT CLASSICS - Paisley Philharmonic Choir A varied programme of sacred and secular music. Tickets £10 at the door or from the Abbey Shop.

Saturday 16th November at 7.30pm Orchestra of Scottish Opera in Concert Verdi - Overture”La forza del destino” Tchaikowsky - Symphony No 5 in E minor Britten - Four Sea Shanties & Passacaglia from “Peter Grimes” Tickets are available at the Abbey Shop – booking fee applies.

Saturday 23 November at 12.30pm Laurie Gargan – trumpet, George McPhee – organ Tickets: £5 at the door.

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Wed 6 November

Sat 9 November

Thu 14 - Fri 15 Nov

Photographic Print Exhibition

RDA Scottish Supra Regional Conference 2013

The Kilbarchan Singers’ Annual Ceilidh

The Erskine Christmas Cracker 2013

Ingliston Country Club, Bishopton 10am

Brookfield Village Hall 7.30pm

Ingliston Country Club and Equestrian Centre, Bishopton

The Bridge Community Centre, Bridge of Weir An exhibition from local photographer Bill Crookston. See a selection of his eye-catching images at www.billcrookston.com

Fri 1 November Christian Aid Gala Concert Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm 7pm All proceeds to Christian Aid Scotland. Tickets £7.50 from local churches, the Village Newsagents, Kilmacolm, or call Jill Russell on 01505 872393.

Raise funds for Kidston Kids Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm Sheila Galvin Photography will be able to take your family photos in time for Christmas. To book a slot call Fiona on 07811 766672.

BOSCF Craft Fair Sommerville Weir Hall, Quarriers Village 11am to 6pm Ideal opportunity to get your Christmas Shopping well and truly underway at our Christmas Craft Fair. Refreshments available. Free entry.

Sat 2 November Paisley Fireworks Spectacular Paisley Town Centre Entertainment from 12noon, Fireworks at 6pm. Featuring Clyde 1 Roadshow, live music and the Singing Kettle.

The conference is open to participants, instructors, volunteers and all supporters of RDA and will start at 10am with three displays in the morning, followed by lunch, with two displays in the afternoon finishing at 3.30pm. Further details from Mary Dunlop: email mail@ dunlopmj.co.uk

Gates open at 4.30pm, show starts at 6pm. Catering by St Columba’s & Duchal Nurseries.

The Quirky Florist Grand Reopening

Come and Sing Faure Requiem

5 High Street, Lochwinnoch 6.30pm - 9pm

Thomas Coats Memorial Church, High Street, Paisley

Come and celebrate our 1st year anniversary and relocation. See advert on page 45.

Registration 4pm, rehearsal 4:15pm - 6:30pm followed by the performance at 7.30pm. Choir tickets are £7. Booking form at www.musicattcm. org.uk or from Matt Edwards at 07903 327159 or Roger Roddick at 01505 612874. Audience tickets are £7 (Students £4) at the door.

Sat 9 November Christmas Craft & Coffee Morning

Grow Kilbarchan AGM

Inchinnan Parish Church 11am to 1pm

Old Library Centre, Kilbarchan 2pm

Come along and get a cup of tea/coffee and home baking and get some lovely presents for Christmas.

Mon 11 - Fri 15 Nov

The 26th Great Annual Ceilidh

Duchal Road, Kilmacolm. PA13 4AU

The Erskine Bridge Hotel, Erskine 7.30pm to 12.30am

Meet Diane, our LEAP Car Club Coordinator at the Bridge of Weir Fair Trade Event and see the car we have in Bridge of Weir.

Bird of Prey Centre Grand Opening

Duchal Nursery School Open Morning

Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch 1.30pm

Birkmyre Park, Kilmacolm 10am to 12noon

Activities and entertainment will be available, as well as Prize Draws. For details, please check the website – www.llbopc.co.uk, or Facebook - “Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre”.

One World Celebration

The Knapps, Kilmacolm 4.30pm

Sun 10 November

Royal British Legion Club, Bridge of Weir 10.30am to 2.30pm

If you would like to visit the Nursery at any other time please contact Head Teacher Jean McCarthy on: Tel. 874358. www.duchal.com

Knapps Bonfire & Fireworks

Thu 7 November

Entertainment by Alastair McDonald, Scotland’s leading musical minstrel. Tickets only £13 from Jim Baxter on 01505 874360 or Bob Marshall on 01505 502101. Buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Bridge of Weir Fair Trade

A fun evening with foot tapping dancing, raffle and Light Supper. Tickets priced £10 available by calling 01505 324169.

Parcel O’ Rogues Howwood Village Hall

All welcome!

Open Week at St Columba’s Promoting Excellence, Celebrating Success at St Columba’s School. Prospective parents & pupils are welcome to tour Junior & Senior Schools. Age 3-18 years. Financial assistance available from age 11. For further information visit www. st-columbas.org

Mon 11 - Sun 17 Nov Christmas Preview Week The Furniture Barn Midgavin, Howwood. The Furniture Barn invite you to our Christmas Preview Week where there are discounts on all stock and orders. Also enjoy mince pies, coffee and Fizz! Open daily Mon - Fri 10am - 2pm. Sat & Sun 1pm-5pm. Tel: 01505 842527 / 07767 498433 for further details.

Indulge in an afternoon for shopping and entertainment Thu 14th from 2pm until 8pm and Fri 15th from 10am until 3pm. With over 50 stalls, musical entertainment, fine food and more!

Thu 14 - Sat 30 Nov Decorus Gift of Beauty 29 Stewart Place, Bridge of Weir Rd, Kilmacolm. See main advert on page 31.

Fri 15 November Rhythm Time St Fillan’s Episcopal Church Moss Road Kilmacolm 4pm Come along and try a FREE SESSION Call Helen Knight on 07805065381 or visit our website at: www.rhythmtime.net

Sat 16 November Paisley Christmas Lights Switch On Paisley Town Hall 12noon to 6pm Live music, fun fair rides and Xmas craft market. See main advert on page 37 for specific times. Accord Hospice Fundraising Department are looking for volunteers to help in the Tea room. Please email: fundraising@accord.org.uk or call 0141 581 2000.

Quarriers 4th Annual Christmas Fayre Kilmacolm New Community Centre 11am to 3.30pm A variety of stalls to get your Christmas gifts/ decorations, live music, Santa’s Grotto and more! Entrance fee includes a cup of tea, coffee or juice. For further information call 01505 616122 or heather.thomson@quarriers.org.uk

Bishopton Art Group Christmas Art & Crafts Fair

Tue 12 November

Bishopton Community Centre, Gledstane Road, Bishopton 10am to 3pm

British Legion Club, Bridge of Weir 10.30am to 2pm

Tickets cost £15 each which includes a two course meal and donation to charity. Book now with C Scarsbrook 01505 704083.

This year there will also be a children’s art activity area, supervised by some of the artists. Call Mr Stewart by telephone 01505 350838 or email wilros@ntlworld.com for further details.

Crafts from around the world. Free entry. £2 for coffee/tea and traybake. £3 for lunch.

MND Scotland (Motor Neuron Disease) Christmas Card Sale

Christmas Fayre

Kilmacolm Community Centre 10am to 1pm

Christmas Coffee morning

Greenock Fireworks Battery Park, Greenock 6pm-8pm Come along and enjoy the fireworks.

Sun 3 November

Woodlands Nursery, Houston Road, Houston 12noon to 4pm Home baking, House of Fraser, Ibad, Divah, Handbags, Scarves & much, much more. Everyone welcome.

Bishopton Fireworks Display

Concert Classics

ROF car park, Bishopton 7.30pm

Paisley Abbey 7.30pm Paisley Philharmonic Choir - a varied programme. Tickets £10 at the door or from Abbey Shop.

Hosted by Bishopton Scout Group, entry for adult £2, child £1, under 5’s free. Hot Dogs, teas, coffees and tuck shop. All welcome

Mon 4 - Sat 16 Nov

Coffee Morning & Christmas Fayre

MacMillan Glasgow Art Show

Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm 9.45am to 11.45am

M&Co headquarters at Inchinnan Open Mon to Sat 10am until 5pm and on Sun from 11am to 5pm. Further information: Carol Dunbar Art Show Co-ordinator - 07745 392117.

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All welcome. There will be baking and sales stalls.

The Scottish Field Calendar supporting MND will also on sale.

Bridge of Weir Festival meeting Cargill Hall, Bridge of Weir 7.30pm Meeting to finalise the Santa Sleigh routes.

Thu 14 November Christmas Lights Switch On George Square George Square, Glasgow 6pm Glasgow’s 2013 Christmas Party officially starts with the big switch-on of the Christmas lights at George Square. The popular event marks the official start of the festive season at Princes Square.

Howwood Parish Church 10am to 12noon Come along and browse our sales tables pick up something for Christmas ( home baking as always) enjoy a chat with friends and a cup of coffee/tea and a Christmas pie entry Adults £3.

Orchestra of Scottish Opera in Concert Paisley Abbey 7.30pm Verdi - Overture”La forza del destino” Tchaikowsky - Symphony No 5 in E minor Britten - Four Sea Shanties & Passacaglia from “Peter Grimes” Tickets are available at he Abbey Shop – booking charge applies

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Sat 16 November

Sat 23 November

Thu 28 November

every monday Houston Jogging Buddies

LEAP Car Club

Houston and Killellan Guild Victorian Christmas Market

The Quirky Florist Late Night Opening

Village Hall, Houston 6.30pm

Church Hall, Main Street, Houston 10.30am to 1pm

5 High Street, Lochwinnoch

Anyone who is interested in the Car Club, but can’t make our normal opening hours, please to come in for a chat to find out more or to join up.

All abilities welcome.

Strathgryffe Motorcycle Club The Trust Inn, Kilbarchan 9pm10.30pm Visit www.strathgryffe.org for details.

Church Street office, Lochwinnoch 10am to 12noon

Drop- In Kirk Café Lochwinnoch Parish Church 10am to 12noon

A wide variety of stalls where you will be able to buy some early Christmas gifts. The stalls will include homebaking, books, preserves, toiletries, handcrafts, mulled wine, a raffle and much more and possibly a visit from a very special person!! Please come along and join the festive fun, tickets cost £2 to include a mince pie tea or coffee and juice for the children.

every Tuesday Br of Weir Walking Group

Adults £2.50, Child £1.50. All welcome.

St Mary’s Bridge of Weir Saturday Fayre

Concert at the Abbey

Outside the Co-op, BoW 10.30am

Royal British Legion, Bridge of Weir (next to Co-op and Car Park) 10.30am to 2pm

Laurie Gargan – trumpet & George McPhee – organ Tickets: £5 at the door

1 hour walks. Call Senga on 0141 842 3000.

Baby Social

Paisley Abbey 12.30pm

Kidston Kids Charity Fund Raiser

Meet mums, drink coffee & eat cake.

Bottomless cups of coffee/tea, biscuits, home baking. From 12noon soup with a roll and home baking. Stalls, tombola + raffle Admission £3 (children free)

Birkmyre Running Club

Christmas Craft Fair

Entertainment by ‘Keep It Reel Ceilidh’. Tickets £18 inc a hot buffet. Call Fiona on 07811 766672 for tickets and further information.

St Columba Church main hall, Kilmacolm 10am to 12.30pm

Sat 23 - Sat 30 Nov

Three Sisters Bake, Quarriers Village 11am

Birkmyre Park Gym, Kilmacolm7pm Run in and around Kilmacolm. Tel: 01475 715750.

every Wednesday Knitting Group Three Sisters Bake, Quarriers Village 10am - 12noon Knitters of all levels welcome!

Line Dancing Bishopton Primary School 7pm 8.30pm All abilities welcome. Call Mellissa on 07970 396212.

every Thursday Kilmacolm Walkers Birkmyre Park Pavilion, Kilmacolm 10am Walk in and around Kilmacolm. Tel: David Goddard 01505 874192 or email kilmacolmwalkers@talktalk.net

1st tuesday monthly Scotland West Business Networking Three Sisters Bake, Quarriers Village 9.30am - 11am Share ideas, listen to our speakers and meet new people.

St Columba Church Playgroup and Toddlers will be holding their Craft fair today with lots of brilliant stalls booked, perfect for starting the Christmas shopping!

Sun 17 November - Sat 14 December

Cargill Centre, Kilmacolm 11am2pm Email enquiries@inverclydecarerscentre.org. uk or call: 01475 735180.

3rd Friday

monthly Hearing Aid Clinic The Bridge, Bridge of Weir 1-2pm Personnel are at The Bridge for the issue of hearing aid batteries and hearing aid checks.

2nd Saturday monthly ‘Brunch & Browse’ St Fillan’s Hall, Kilmacolm 10am2pm Home made soups, home baking, tea, coffee, books & lots of stalls. Great value! Disabled access. £4.

Sun 24 November

Thu 28 - Sat 30 Nov ‘Cinderella’ by Kilmacolm Dramatic Society Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm See main advert on page 38.

Sun 1 December Messy Church® is coming to Bridge of Weir!! Freeland Church Hall, Bridge of Weir 4.30pm to 6.30pm Everyone is welcome and it’s free! If you plan to be there or have any questions give Catherine Daly a ring on 07980 649377.

1st Bridge of Weir Scout Group - Coffee Morning Scout Hall, Horsewood Road, Bridge of Weir 2pm to 4pm

St Vincent’s in Howwood. 5pm

Exhibition and sale of paintings. Free admission. Opening hours Tues to Sat 11am-4pm, Sun 2pm-5pm (closed Mon). Www.paisleyartists. com or email barbara.mcmahon@ntlworld.com for further information.

To sponsor a light on the tree please go to www. svh.co.uk and follow the link, or pick up a leaflet in your nearest hospice shop or contact 01505 705635 or info@svh.co.uk for your dedication cards. Please dress warmly for this outdoor event.

Christmas Prize Bingo

Tue 26 November

Deafblind Scotland’s Santa Dash

Decorus - Clarins Event

Mugdock Country Park, nr Milngavie

Cargill Centre, Kilmacolm 6.45pm for 7.00pm See main advert on page 31.

Thu 21 November

The 5K and 1K fun runs registration opens at 12.45pm and the races start at 2pm. Call 0141 777 5824 or email events@deafblindscotland. org.uk.

Thu 28 November

Christmas Extravaganza

Gibb Stuart Home Hardware Late Night Opening

Bridge of Weir Xmas Lights Switch On

Bridge of Weir & Kilmacolm Shops

Carol Service in Freeland Church at 6:15pm followed by the glowing procession to the trees at Livery Walk for the switch-on.

Wed 20 November Car Club open evening Bridge of Weir Office 4pm to 8pm Anyone who is interested in the Car Club, but can’t make our normal opening hours, please to come in for a chat to find out more or to join up.

See main advert on page 17.

‘Flint Street Nativity’ by Kilbarchan East Drama Gp

Inverclyde Carers Outreach

See main advert on page 38.

10% off spends over £20. See main advert on page 45 for details.

Paisley Museum & Art Galleries

‘Outlook’

2nd Wednesday monthly

Tweedie Hall, Linwood

8 Church St & 39 High Street, Lochwinnoch. 9am-9pm

St Vincent’s Hospice Sponsor A Light

Thu 21 - Sat 23 Nov

A new mid-week social group for the community of Kilmacolm. The programme will be varied aimed at the active over 60’s, but everyone is welcome!

‘Aladdin’ by Johnstone Phoenix Theatre Group

Now & Then and Little Now & then Late Night Shopping

Paisley Artists 101st Annual Exhibition

1st & 3rd thurs mthly

Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm 2pm-4pm

River Inn, Crosslee

10% off flower orders. See main advert on page 45.

East Church Hall, Kilbarchan Tickets can be reserved by calling 01505 704048 or purchased from Bobbins Coffee Shop.

Sat 23 November Ceilidh Night

Bernie’s Cafe Deli Late Night Opening Neva Place, Bridge of Weir ‘til 8pm Open until 8pm for the Christmas Lights Switch on. Pop in for some warming food and drinks.

The Bridge Late Night Opening Bridge of Weir 5.15pm-7.15pm

Come and dance your socks off to “Keep it Reel” Tickets £18, includes a hot meal. For tickets call Fiona, 07811 766672.

Join us during our late night opening for the Christmas Lights Switch on for a FREE cup of tea or coffee as you relax in the pleasant surroundings of your local community centre and shop.

Calder Church Christmas Fayre Lochwinnoch

Calder Drama Group ‘Cambusdonald Royal’

River Inn, Houston 8pm to midnight

McKillop Hall, Lochwinnoch 10am to 12noon Home Baking, Paper, cards and gifts, Jewellery, Books, DVD’s and lots more. Adults £2 Children FREE incl Tea/coffee & Christmas goodies.

Christmas Market

McKillop Hall, Lochwinnoch 7pm Tickets priced £6 for Adults and £4 Children & Senior Citizens are available from Now and Then, Cut & Care Hairdressing, Wilson the Bakers and any member of the Drama Club. Refreshments, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages will be available at the Bar.

Lagoon Leisure Centre, Paisley 11am to 3pm

Gibb Stuart Home Hardware Late Night Opening

Over 40 stalls jam packed with Christmas goodies, tombola, Christmas decorations and santas grotto.

Bridge of Weir & Kilmacolm Shops See main advert on page 17.

Come along and enjoy tea, coffee and home baking. Raffles, tombola and some Xmas gifts.

Royal British Legion, Bridge of Weir 7.30pm Doors opening at 7pm, Bingo starts at 7.30pm.

Normandy Hotel, Renfrew 12noon to 4pm Over 100 stalls and entertainment for everyone. Refreshments available. Tel: 07737 504784 for further information. Free entry.

Tearfund Christmas Concert Freeland Church, Bridge of Weir 7pm Tickets just £5. See main advert on page 39.

Thu 5 December BOSCF Christmas Craft Fair Kilmacolm Community Centre, Kilmacolm 11am to 6pm Everything item on display is guaranteed to have been made by the Crafters themselves. Fabulous food and drinks available from the HUB CAFÉ. Free entry.

farmers markets 1st Saturday Cargill Centre, Kilmacolm 10am-2pm (“The Square”)

1st & 3rd Sunday Loch Lomond Shores 10am-3pm Tel: 07977 179 861

2nd &

last Saturday Paisley County Square 9am-1pm Tel: 01655 770217

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Please Sponsor Nikki Bridge of Weir girl, Nikki Hamilton is raising funds for various charities and has decided to donate her hair to charity. At least 7” will be cut off and donated to The Little Princess Trust, which provides real-hair wigs to boys and girls across the UK and Ireland that have sadly lost their own hair through cancer treatment. All monies donated will also be split between McMillan Nurses and Erskine Hospital thus benefiting three charities at once. Nikki told The Advertizer, “I recently lost my aunt and the McMillan Nurses were invaluable and they are funded almost entirely by donations.” “Erskine Hospital is a local hospital for ex servicemen of all ages providing all types of care for those who were prepared to sacrifice their lives for others and now deserve the best of care and support. I’m sure you will agree they are all good causes, I would really appreciate all your support and thank you for any donations.” If you can help, please uk.virginmoneygiving.com & Hamilton.

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Brian Turner’s London “Routemaster” Bus Around twenty people from Kilmacolm, Bridge of Weir and Kilbarchan had, by all accounts, a great day out when they joined Brian Turner’s London “Routemaster” bus for a day-long outing into Glasgow for a visit to the Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust’s Bus Museum in Bridgeton, on the occasion of its annual “Open Day”. The event, which this year proved even more popular than usual, incorporated the largest static display of vintage buses, fire engines and miscellaneous classic vehicles in the West of Scotland, and also gave unlimited free trips on a variety of vintage Scottish buses, not just around Glasgow’s City Centre, but to several places on the periphery, including progressive architect Sara Hadid’s iconic Riverside Transport Museum, where a further large range of vintage transport artefacts are on static display. Maybe we’ll do a similar trip again next year!

New Faces at The Weir Alex and Margaret McNeillie – a local couple are taking over ‘The Weir’ Bar and Bistro in Bridge of Weir. They are re-opening both the bar and lounge 7 days a week. Meals will be Scottish Fayre using local produce and a new experienced Chef has been appointed. They hope to make ‘The Weir’ an enjoyable experience for good food, wine and pleasant entertainment. During dining at the weekends a baby grand piano will be played. They extend their warm welcome to all in early November. Christmas bookings are now being taken. Please call 01505 613200.

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with Colin Fyfe of Colcom Anti Virus software is quite a divisive issue. Usually people like to stick to what they know and are happy to carry on regardless. I confess that I am a little like that, I have stuck with my favourite; Bullguard, now for 7 or 8 years and as long as they provide me with user interface I can recommend to my customers as being easy to understand and as long as they do the job they set out to do – keep nasties away, then why change. Well, change you might; renewal prices change and so do the quality of the products. Some recent disasters with AV software underline the point. Recently a BT Netprotect McAfee firewall issue stopped all internet traffic on problem computers, Avast’s free antivirus program is stopping machines booting in to Windows and a recurring Norton issue necessitates that the program needs removed and reinstalled. These are recurring problems I have encountered in the last three months. Furthermore, the auto-renewal subscription feature in most antivirus programs pretty much ensures that you are getting the ticket price and are missing the any deals on offer. I recommend to my Bullguard customers to hold off until the product expires as they will sometimes offer an immediate 25% discount. As I said, I have my favourite AV, but my choice of program very much

St Stephen’s win Speakers Trophy Again Six Inverclyde Schools fielding nine teams recently took part in an Association of Speakers Clubs Public Speaking Competition organised by Renfrew Speakers Club at the Inverclyde Academy, Greenock. The winning team from St Stephen’s High School, Port Glasgow chose to speak on the theme of: In an age of austerity at home, does £11.5 billion the UK is currently spending on overseas aid represent value for money? The St Stephen’s team was Fiona Spence-Chairperson, holding the Ice Wedge Trophy, Lee Thompson- Main Speaker and Ainslee McDade who delivered the Vote of Thanks. They are pictured flanked by Tony Cowden, Competition Chairman and President of Greenock Speakers Club, Yvonne Greeves RBS Sponsor and their teacher Iain MacGillivray. The runners up again were a team from Notre Dame High School, Greenock who chose to speak on the theme of: With the Commonwealth Games being held in Glasgow next year, how can we encourage young people to become

depends on the platform on which the software runs. Is it installed on Windows XP? If so remove it as no AV program can plug the holes of that much loved but very much sinking ship. April next year will be the end of XP’s update cycle, shortly after software and hardware vendors will cease to support it too. My antivirus guide is available on my next newsletter, you can subscribe to that on my website. www.colcom.info. more proactive in sport? Their team was Emma Deegan, Chairperson; Marianne Allan, Main Speaker; and Sophie Montgomery who delivered their Vote of Thanks. St Stephen’s High School teams have now won four Inverclyde Youth Speech Competitions in a row and have kept up their winning form in winning this Competition. Their team along with one from Notre Dame High School will go forward to a grand final competition with two teams from East Renfrewshire and Renfrewshire Schools in the Normandy Hotel, Renfrew on Wed 20th November. The Chief Judge, Hunter Wilson, from the Renfrew Speakers Club explained what the judges were looking for before announcing the runners up and then the winners. He commented on the very high standard achieved by all participants on the night. All of the teams were presented with an Association of Speakers Clubs Certificate of Achievement. Overall it had been a terrific event, well handled by Tony Cowden as Chairman, who stressed the RBS message on the importance of good communications in business on behalf of Yvonne Greeves. All secondary schools in Inverclyde took part- a wonderful advert for the youth of Inverclyde Renfrew Speakers Club greatly appreciated the support of this competition given by HewlettPackard, Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce, Bibby Financial Services and The Royal Bank of Scotland www.the-asc.org.uk www.renfrewspeakersclub.org.uk

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Something new on the Main Street

For the past few months, Bridge of Weir’s newest shop-front business has seen plenty of activity as Lind Letting and Stewart IFA on Kirkinner Place opened their doors and began to bustle with clients. However, while the smart premises, opposite Amaretto, might be new on the Main Street, the business behind the enterprise is far from it. Providing unbiased financial and mortgage advice, Neil Stewart, of Stewart IFA, started in business back in 1992, moving to Bridge of Weir 12 years ago with an office just up the road at 5 Windsor Place (above the Vets and JR Hairdressing). 6 years ago, he and Barry Lind established sister company Lind Letting, offering expert property management. Neil said: “We felt it was time to get a presence on the Main Street, so when the chance came to buy the shop we grabbed it and expanded into there. “Of course we still have the offices at Windsor Place and we’ve refurbished them too. We think the changes have improved things for the better and many of our clients seem to agree.” Among the changes will be a new face as experienced financial advisor Elaine Currie joins the team at Kirkinner Place this month. Elaine comes to Stewart IFA after 15 years with global insurance provider Unum in Glasgow. While she was there she specialised in business and group cover, however, she’s looking forward to dealing with a wide range of personal and business clients, and also offering mortgage solutions. “Pop in or phone for an appointment. Whether you have something specific in mind or just want a chat, we’ll be delighted to hear from you,” added Neil. Stewart IFA: 01505 610005, www.stewartifa.co.uk and at 5 Windsor Place, Bridge of Weir Lind Letting: 01505 610444, www.lindletting.co.uk and at 1 Kirkinner Place, Bridge of Weir Stewart IFA Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Lind Letting Ltd is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority

Town Centres

I am honoured to have a new ministerial responsibility for taking forward the town centre agenda for the Scottish Government as Minister for Local Government & Planning. I will shortly be producing the action plan for government that will help support our town centres through what has been a tough economic time for us all. I have no doubt that the Small Business Bonus has been one measure that has saved many local premises for closing. The rates relief package has been vital, and will be maintained throughout this parliamentary term. More new actions to follow shortly that I am sure will lend support to town and villages big and small.

Community Empowerment Bill

My work on the Community Empowerment Bill is coming to a conclusion with the imminent release of a consultation on the bill that I believe will greatly empower communities across Scotland. Years of experience in community activity is coming together to inform government strategy on support community-led projects.

Dargavel Village

I have been pleased to see with my own eyes the development emerge at

Got a pet, or children? As well as Style, durability and practicality are essential to the busy homeowner.

‘Low maintenance’ is also a phrase commonly used as a benefit as Scott explains “Karndean is very easy to maintain unlike natural products such as real wood floors which can dent and scratch and may require sanding in the future, also in tile form Karndean does not chip or crack like ceramics can do which I see quite often”. Scott who lives in Bridge of Weir and has been in business for over ten years now, specialises in Karndean/Amtico as well as carpets and laminate flooring states some of the hidden benefits that his repeat customers

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Dargavel Village, Bishopton. The improvements to the road network will be welcome, and I know that demand for housing is high - a good sign. I continue to work on the community benefit issues for Bishopton as part of the planning process, having regular meetings with developers, planners and community representatives.

Food Waste

The new food waste bins have been distributed across Renfrewshire. I support any measures to reduce waste and increase recycling, and have also called for the promotion of ‘real nappies’ which reduce harmful waste being sent to landfill.

Scottish Water Winter Campaign

Unfortunately the fantastic summer weather we had has come to an end, and winter is on its way. It is important to be aware of how the cold weather can impact your home. The Scottish Water Winter Campaign encourages customers to follow their winter code- protect your pipes – be prepared and heat, insulate and protect your home. I would encourage all households to visit their website which has very useful information, including video guides to help finding your stop valve or how to fix a frozen pipe. The website is as follows – www.ScottishWater.co.uk/winter.

have fed back to him “a lot of my customers have kids and pets and keeping a floor clean from dirt and pet hair can prove difficult and as a soft brush and a once over with a mop now and again is normally all it takes to keep rooms clean it is definitely beneficial for people with busy lives, the fact that Karndean will not harbour dirt and bacteria is also a hygiene bonus.” As always, Scott is available to come out to your home and offer his advice and provide samples to make sure you make the right choice and discover the benefits that a beautiful floor from Orchard Flooring can make to your home. You can contact Scott on 01505 229584 or 07563 633 432 E: sjmproducts@ hotmail.com

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Paisley Colour Photographic Club Competition for the Bowie Trophies

Recently at the McMaster Centre in Renfrew PCPC’s first competition of the 2013/14 session took place. The competition was for the Bowie Trophies and entry for the competition consisted of two images, one botanical and one zoological, judged as set by Kilwinning photographer Bill Craig CPAGB BPE. Bill gave very careful consideration to each of nearly a hundred images providing critical analysis and pointing out areas of impact and the story within each image. This year the Ila Bowie Trophy, awarded to the best nonadvanced member, was judged to be Pauline Smith for her stunning images “Moss sporangiophore” and “Mating snipe flies”. In the advanced competition for The Bowie Trophy, Bill explained that he found it very difficult to chose a winner between the top sets of images as all images were of very high quality. He awarded Fourth Place to Zul Bhatia for “Digitalis Purpurea” and “Ruppell’s robin chat feeding red-chested cuckoo”. In Third Place was James Dunlop with “Spotted Orchid” and “Dung Fly” whilst the runners-up position was awarded to last year’s club president Norma McDowall for her images “Common spotted Orchid” and “Corncrake”. He judged the top set and winner of The Bowie Trophy 2013 to be the set by Mike Cruise for his beautifully lit and detailed botanical image “Shaggy Ink Cap” and the spectacular “Osprey”. “Osprey” was judged to be the best zoological entry in the competition. The close up composition “Horsetail” by Pat Cook was judged as the best botanical entry. Club meetings continue on Thursday evenings in Renfrew with a series of lectures and with the Summer Assignment Competition held in mid November.For further details about PCPC and updated members galleries please view: www.paisleycolour.co.uk”

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WILL AID - Make a Will and donate to charity

Kingsley Wood & Co., Solicitors, Kilmacolm & Bridge of Weir and Will Aid (UK’s top charity Will-writing Scheme) have set up a venture taking place throughout November offering everyone the opportunity to make or update their Will, in return for a donation to help people in need in the UK and all over the world. We are offering to draw up basic Wills without charging our usual fee. In return for this service, we hope clients will donate the fee which we would normally charge to the Will Aid charities. As a guide, the suggested amount is just £90 for a single Will, £135 for a pair of ‘matching’ Wills. The money raised from donations will be shared by nine well-known UK charities: ActionAid, Age UK, British Red Cross, Christian Aid, NSPCC, Save the Children, Sightsavers, SCIAF (Scotland) and Trocaire (Northern Ireland).

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Collins & Paterson Auctioners & Valuers

Collins & Paterson Auctioneers have been regular host to BBC Antiques Road Trip and have enjoyed filming with many celebrity valuers. This year alone they have seen Paul Laidlaw going head to head with David Harper and Mark Stacey competing with Catherine Southon, though who wins, you will have to wait and see as these programmes will not be aired till early 2014. Collins & Paterson are based in Paisley, close to Glasgow Airport. Established in 1848, have a long history of valuing and selling items at auction for our customers. The general Antique, jewellery and collectible auctions are held every second Tuesday. The public are welcome to pop in with items for a free auction valuation Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm or a Saturday morning.

We invite all those who haven’t got round to making or updated their Will to make an appointment with us this November. The more clients we attract, the more money we help raise for charity. Call our Linda Laverty on 01505 874114 to arrange an appointment.

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I have been contacted by several Kilmacolm residents concerned about the removal of the McGill’s 530 evening and Sunday bus service linking Greenock and Kilmacolm from 3rd November. McGill’s advised that they were no longer going to cover an under-used, loss-making service, which is not subsidised by SPT, and which their X7 service will help cover. The council and McGill’s both told me that SPT are looking into the situation and have issued a tender to replace the route. I hope that by the time you read this the matter is resolved by SPT. I was very pleased to learn recently that as part of the proposal to twin Kilmacolm with the French village of Mérignies that there is a delegation coming over on 1st November led by the Mayor of Mérignies. This follows on from several members of the Kilmacolm Twinning steering group having visited Mérignies a few months ago. I wish both the Kilmacolm steering group and the French Mayor and his council all the very best in taking the twinning proposal forward and I hope that everyone gets behind supporting the proposal to twin both communities.

Kilmacolm Remembrance The Inverclyde Wreath will be laid this year in St Columbas Church on Sunday 10th November by Councillor David Wilson. The service at the War Memorial on Lochwinnoch Road will follow at approximately 12.15pm to 12.30pm, conducted by Reverend Douglas Cranston and Reverend Peter McEnhill. The parade to the Memorial is marshalled by the British Legion and wreaths will be laid by various village organisations. On Monday the 11th of November at 11am there will be a short service of Remembrance in the Cargill Centre to allow the village to pay their respects and observe the 2 minute silence.

I have been invited to the Alzheimer Scotland Inverclyde branch AGM in the Your Voice offices. The local branch has been going for two years now and along with other local agencies have helped take things forward a lot in Inverclyde over this short time. They have done a lot of good work to help local people with Alzheimer’s as well as very importantly giving much needed support to their family members. Surgeries: listed on surgery posters and local press. Contact me on 01475 712727 or 07747 765 839, email jim.macleod@inverclyde.gov.uk or write to Inverclyde Council, Municipal Buildings, Greenock, PA15 1LY.

Angel Voices A Choir for Children 6-10yrs in Kilmacolm in Association with St Fillan’s Episcopal Church. Rehearsals are on Fridays 6.30pm – 7.30pm. Come along to St Fillan’s Church Hall, Moss Road, Kilmacolm. Contact: Maureen Russell by email (maureenmrussell@ hotmail.com) or call 01505 872905.

Coffee Morning & Xmas Fayre Kilmacolm Friends of Ardgowan Hospice are holding their Coffee Morning and Christmas Fayre in Kilmacolm Kidston Hall on Saturday 9th November (9.45am - 11.45am). There will be baking and sales stalls.

Outlook ‘Outlook’ is a new mid-week social group for the community of Kilmacolm, which will meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month, in Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm, from 2pm - 4pm. The programme will be varied - aimed at the active over 60’s, but everyone is welcome! Plans include: invited speakers for a half-hour popular topic; discussion of local community issues; handson activities; occasional outings; afternoon tea served. Meetings in November will be held on the 7th Nov and the 21st Nov. ‘Outlook’ is part of the Community Issues team of Kilmacolm Old Kirk.

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‘Kilmacolm on Tap’ ‘Kilmacolm on Tap’ performed in the Kidston Hall at the launch of Kilmacolm’s new afternoon social group, ‘Outlook’. They first performed in public at the second Red Nose Day in 1989, but had been in existence for some time before that as a troupe of around eight likeminded ladies who met every week for some exercise & a chat. Since then they have gone on to perform in Kelvingrove Park, Greenock Arts Guild, Erskine Hospital, Kilmacolm & Port Glasgow Agricultural Show, in ‘Stepping Out’ for Kilmacolm Dramatic Society, and on various Street corners in connection with Red Nose Day - on one occasion so distracting a motorist in Kilmacolm that he lost concentration momentarily. Must have been the fishnet tights they then wore! Today, trousered instead, but no less enthusiastic, Claire McClatchie, Eleanor McKellar & Jane Boyd continue to tap up a storm.

Kidston Kids Charity Fund Raiser Come along to the River Inn in Crosslee on Saturday 23rd November and be entertained by ‘Keep It Reel Ceilidh’. Tickets £18 inc a hot buffet. Call Fiona on 07811 766672 for tickets and further information.

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Arlene Mitchell Hair & Beauty celebrates 7th Anniversary & a new stylist joins her team Arlene, who is celebrating her 7th Anniversary in Kilmacolm, would like to welcome to the Salon our new full time hair stylist, Gemma Erroch (pictured right), who has 5 years experience as a stylist, having previously worked in Bridge of Weir, which is her home town.

Gemma said, “I have moved to a new salon in Kilmacolm to join Arlene and her team and look forward to welcoming new and old clients.” Why not drop into the Salon on the High Street, Kilmacolm, or to make an appointment please telephone 01505 871280.

Frank Boyle Moira, Kenny and Karen wish to thank the many people who have written letters and cards of sympathy following Frank’s death. It was gratifying to have a very large turnout of Frank’s friends connected to the many different aspects of his life at Greenock Crematorium on 7th August, bearing testimony to the esteem in which he was held.

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Bridge Classes Do you want to improve your Bridge? Classes resumed in Kilmacolm Community Centre on 30th October for six weeks. The Class meets on Wednesdays from 2pm until 4pm. All welcome except complete beginners. Look forward to seeing you. Further information tel: 01505 872345.

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Twinning Opportunity: Kilmacolm set to welcome French Delegation As the twinning opportunity with the village of Mérignies in northern France gathers momentum, Kilmacolm is set to welcome the French delegation on 2nd and 3rd of November. A party of nine, including the mayor of Mérignies, will spend an action-packed weekend discovering what makes Kilmacolm and its surrounding environment such a unique and vibrant place to live. The planned itinerary, designed to return the wonderful hospitality shown to our Steering Group members on their visit to France last June, will include an informal reception at the Community Centre to allow representatives of local groups to meet the delegation. A tour of the village will encompass a visit to Windyhill, to Birkmyre Park, Kilmacolm Primary School and St Columba’s School followed by an evening dinner at Kilmacolm Golf Club. The delegation will also visit Quarriers Village and be given an understanding of its history and relevance to the local area. Core to the visit will be a working meeting to discuss the formalities of the proposed twinning. An exhibition held on 3rd October at Kilmacolm Community Hall, aimed at helping local people learn more about the potential benefits of the twinning with Mérignies, was a resounding success. Steering Group Chair, Fiona Scott said “Attendance at the exhibition exceeded our expectations and confirmed the growing interest in and enthusiasm for the twinning project and the benefits we believe it will bring the village.” As the project progresses, the Steering Group is building an exciting vision of the advantages and opportunities which it is believed will come about as a result of twinning with a town of similar demographic. They include linguistic and intercultural exchanges particularly, but not exclusively, for school children in the village; exchanges between sports groups and other local associations; commercial links for local businesses and activities which will further enrich the local community. The Steering Group would like to encourage local residents and organisations or groups to note their interest and subscribe to Twinning Membership. For more information on subscriptions, please contact Drew Livingstone, Membership Secretary on livingstoneah@btinternet.com

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The village will observe an act of Remembrance at 12.30pm on 10th November at the War Memorial on Lochwinnoch Road and at 11am on the 11th at the Memorial in the Cargill Centre where the minutes silence will be observed. The village Bonfire and Fireworks will take place at Knapps on the 9th November at 6pm, gates open 4.30pm. For enquiries, please contact me directly - details below. I have been appointed the interim chair of Riverside Inverclyde our Urban Regeneration Vehicle and am looking forward to continuing the developments which can be seen as you travel through our towns. In my SPT role I am fighting the threat to the Greenock-Kilmacolm bus service in the evenings and on a Sunday. This is vital rural route and is deserving of a subsidy. I note a debate on increasing the Council Tax. Not on your Nellie. Kilmacolm residents already pay more than their fair share to the running of Inverclyde. The temporary bridge at Quarriers is to be resurfaced though it will not be replaced in the near future. My surgeries are on 9th Nov Cargill Centre from 10am-11am and Newark Primary School 5pm-6pm on the 27th Nov. I can be contacted on 01475 741969 and 71727 and mobile 07766 992294.

Lodge Sir Michael 989 Paul Docherty, Master of Lodge Sir Michael 989 in Kilmacolm, and David Wilson, the Treasurer, visited Markus Humphrey House to present a cheque for £550 to manageress Wilma McDonald. It has become a tradition that each year, Lodge Sir Michael host what is known as the “Homes” degree where all the masters of the province participate in a degree. Lodge Sir Michael arranges for food to be provided for the evening and the members of Lodge Sir Michael donate raffle prizes on the night. All the brethren who attend the evening pay for their meal, and the profits from the meal and 100% of the raffle monies raised are collected and presented directly to Marcus Humphrey House. Dates for the diary: 13th Nov: Master Mason Degree. 15th Nov: Annual Installation. The Council’s new £42m Port Glasgow Community Campus was due to open its doors to pupils on Friday 25th October. Unfortunately the contractor was unable to make the revised date and the work will not now be completed until December. This came as a major disappointment to the Council and to the school communities. Work to replace the safety surface at the Birkmyre Park play area is scheduled to start end of October. The play area will obviously be out of use while the work is carried out. The Council’s annual fireworks display will take place in Battery Park, Greenock from 6pm – 8pm on Saturday 2nd November. The switch on of the Christmas lights are on Friday 6th December Kilmacolm Community Centre at 6pm and Quarrier’s at 7pm. The Provost’s Office is currently updating the list of those entitled to a Christmas voucher. To qualify you must be over 60 and housebound and not in receipt of a Christmas lunch or dinner from a lunch club or similar. To apply or nominate someone, please call 01475 712727 by 8th November. The value of the voucher is £12 per household. A reminder that the final date for brown bin collections in Kilmacolm and Quarrier’s Village is Monday 18th November. Collections will resume in March 2014. The Council’s recycling centres at Pottery Street in Greenock and Kirn Drive in Gourock will remain open 7 days a week over the winter period. The centres will operate from 8am to 6pm. Surgeries: Mon 11th Nov - Boglestone Community Centre, 6pm-7pm and Tues 26th Nov - St Francis’ Primary School, 6pm-7pm. Contact: 01475 712020 (during office hours) and 01505 871368 (home), email Stephen. McCabe@inverclyde.gov.uk. Or write to me at 10 Victoria Gardens, Kilmacolm PA13 4HL. Visit my blog: http://councillorstephenmccabe. blogspot.com or follow me on Twitter @Kilmacolm1.

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Spirit Dancers Shamanic Circle Spirit Dancers Shamanic Circle will be meeting at St Fillan’s Church Hall, Kilmacolm on 15th November at 7pm. New members welcome. Contact Stu on 07870 880412.

Kilmacolm Scouts at Christmas Kilmacolm Scouts will be selling Christmas trees on 14th December at the Scout Hall on Barr’s Brae. We will be having a craft fayre too, supporting local people and businesses. Please come along and support this thriving group. Scouts will also be delivering Christmas post as we have done for the past few years. Monies go to support ongoing projects for all the young people; over 130 from Beavers to Explorers. Please contact Neil on droitwich@btinternet.com if you would like a stall.

Colourful Kilmacolm A big thank you to those who turned out recently to replant at Birkmyre Park. We hope there will be some colour through the winter months, (though maybe not quite as bright as our jackets) and with the promise of spring bulbs to follow. The delivery of our planters for the village centre area was held up a little, but we are still very hopeful of being able to get to work reasonably soon – maybe even by the time you read this!

Knapps Bonfire & Fireworks Saturday 9th November at The Knapps, Kilmacolm. Gates open at 4.30pm, show starts at 6pm. Catering by St Columba’s & Duchal Nurseries.

Christian Aid Gala Concert A Gala Concert, presented by Pat MacMahon, with friends from Scottish Opera, plus special guests Rhona McKay and Walter Blair, will be held on Friday 1st November at 7pm in Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm. A few tickets remain, priced £7.50 inclusive of refreshments. All proceeds to Christian Aid Scotland. The Christian Aid committee wish to thank Pat MacMahon for organising this very special concert with such prestigious artists, the Concert is guaranteed to be a sell-out success. Contact Jill Russell on 01505 872393 for tickets.

Beautique gets a make-over Claire and the girls at Beautique in Kilmacolm are celebrating the salon’s six birthday and are delighted to show off their lovely new decor following a wee make-over of its own.

Our website www.colourfulkilmacolm.org.uk can now be viewed. It is still a work in progress, but do have a look at it. The first AGM is planned for the evening of Monday 11th November. Members will have received details by now and we urge as many as possible to come along and have your say. Thanks to everyone for your support and encouragement.mbership and standing order forms can still be returned. For more information or to offer help, please contact Peter (01505 872448) or Diane (01505 872611). I am pleased to report that there will be no time limit on the Cargill Centre car park. Local residents and businesses felt that there is no requirement to restrict the duration of time that someone parks in the car park. I’m grateful for the feedback from everyone who either came to my surgery or contacted me by email/telephone. In response to feedback regarding parking proposals on Lochwinnoch Road, I recently met one of our Roads Officers onsite and I’m pleased to say that the issue is now resolved. The wider Decriminalised Parking Enforcement scheme is due to begin next year and the intention is to review the Traffic Regulation Orders once they are in force for a period of twelve months.

Claire told The Advertizer, “The past six years have flown by and we would like to thank all our loyal clients for supporting us during this time. To celebrate, we are offering £5 off any treatment during November.” For more information, visit our website at www.beautyatbeautique.co.uk or call the salon on 01505 872347.

I attended a meeting of the Twinning Steering Group and I was able to hear of the group’s plans to welcome a group of people over from Mérignies at some point in the near future. In order to facilitate the visit the group required funding. I made enquiries within the Council and I’m pleased to report that the Provost has allocated £750 from the Provost’s Fund to the Kilmacolm Twinning Steering Group to help with the upcoming visit. I’m sure that the group will be delighted with this, in addition to funding they have managed to secure from other sources, as it enables them to plan for the upcoming event in welcoming the group over from Mérignies and promoting the village. Surgeries: Thurs 7th Nov - Park Farm Community Hall, 6-7pm and Tues 19th Nov - Kilmacolm Community Centre, 6-7pm. Contact: 01475 712727 (during office hours) and 07881 280016 (anytime, email james.mccolgan@ inverclyde.gov.uk. Write to me at Inverclyde Council, Municipal Buildings, Greenock PA15 1LY. Visit my website http://jamesmccolgan.com or follow me on Twitter @ jamesmccolgan.

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Gryffe Camera Club At our first competition of this session, which was judged by the members, the standard of entries was encouragingly high.

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Friday 6th December at 7pm. Annual event for all the family. Expecting a very special visitor from the North Pole and his Chief Elf, so boys and girls must be on best behaviour for the rest of the year! Wrap up well and bring a torch.

Digital section: B group 1st & 2nd Robert Milne, 3rd Fiona Morrison

Rotary Photo Competition The entries for the photography competition, which we run in conjunction with Rotary Club of Gryffe Tony McNamara Valley, for local primary schools have been submitted and assessed. The results will have been announced in the schools in the last few weeks. We do enjoy running this competition and hopefully we are encouraging some photographers of the future. Bill Crookston

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As mentioned in last month’s Advertizer a Gryffe Camera Club member, Bill Crookston, is holding an exhibition of his photography in the Bridge Community Centre, Bridge of Weir, from October 28th until November 30th. I am sure it will be well worth a visit.

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Friends and Heroes Club

Parcel O’ Rogues appearing in Howwood Village Hall Saturday 9th November. Tickets cost £15 each which includes a two course meal and donation to charity. Book now with C Scarsbrook 01505 704083.

Friends and Heroes is a club for primary school children meeting every Monday from 3pm to 4.45pm during term time. Children from the local school are picked up at 3pm and walked down to Howwood Church Hall. Children from other schools can be dropped off at the church after school. The children have a snack on arrival then have games, singing, a quiz, arts and crafts all centred around a video of the adventures of Macky and his friends which include stories of heroes from the Bible.

Christmas Coffee morning Christmas Coffee morning Howwood Parish Church Saturday 16th November from 10am until 12noon. Come along and browse our sales tables pick up something for Christmas (home baking as always) enjoy a chat with friends and a cup of coffee/tea and a Christmas pie entry Adults £3.

Do come along with your children or grandchildren and see what we do. You will be most welcome! Contact Anne Uppington aauppington@gmail.com

Remembrance Sunday

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10th November at 12.45pm at the War Memorial. Fr Sean will preside. All welcome.

Tuesday 19th November in Howwood Village Hall at 7.30pm. Catered by Mrs J Burns

I attended the award ceremony of St Benedict’s High School and I have to say it was a marvellous night - the pupils did the school proud. The closure of the Post Office in the village is still causing concern. Along with others, I am working to try and get this service back to the village. I will keep you posted. Do you have any ideas for improvements to the villages environment? Particularly close to council owned properties please let me know.

We have our second competition ‘People’ and a talk from Mike Cruise entitled ‘On the wild side’, as well as a battle against Strathaven camera club, and our annual bring and buy sale. And remember, ‘the first 10,000 photographs are your worst’ , Henri Cartier Bresson.

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The council’s local plan is going through the procedures and officials will be looking at objections from locals. Again I will let you know the outcome of their findings. I would also like to hear any views concerning the centre of the village. I am looking for any ideas on how it can be improved. I will close now by saying that I hope there is a good turnout for the annual remembrance service in the village. This has been well supported by villagers in the past I am sure this year will be no different. Fiona Morrison

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this month we feature: C&S Image Studio Corum Estate Agents Decorus of Kilmacolm Ferringtons Hypnotherapy Kilbarchan Dental Surgery Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre Renfrewshire Council Rotary news Fireworks events Christmas lights events Local entertainment - theatre & drama photo: Houstonhead Dam, Bridge of Weir - Caroline Maciver Photography

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Bird of Prey Centre moves to new home The Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre at Balloch is relocating to a new purpose built facility at Loch Lomond Shores. The centre is home to over 24 species of Birds of Prey & Owls, including “Orla” the magnificent female Golden Eagle. Orla has appeared on TV on a few occasions, most recently on BBC’s Winterwatch Unsprung in January. The centre is well known locally for the involvement with nurseries, schools, and youth groups, providing information and education on Birds of Prey, Owls, wildlife conservation, and preservation of natural habitat. The centre works closely with local Scottish SPCA inspectors, assisting in the rescue and rehabilitation of sick and injured Birds of Prey & Owls. One of the recent cases involved a rare Short-eared Owl. Picked up by a well-meaning passer-by, Prudence, the short eared owl, along with other similarly affected birds, had little chance of surviving in the wild. She has now been adopted by the centre, properly licensed and approved by the authorities, and can be seen in her new home at Loch Lomond Shores.

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Saturday 9th November at 1.30pm with BBC’s Paul Murton of “Grand Tours of Scotland”. Entry to this event by donation only. Activities, entertainment and Prize Draws.

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We are really grateful to the two main contractors on site, namely West Coast Cutters Ltd who carried out all the drainage works, foundation works and landscaping works, plus the Superstructure Contractor, Saltire Stables who have both worked extremely hard and have completed the works to a tight timescale. We would also like to thank the following bodies for their continued support - Scottish Enterprise, Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Authority, Visit Scotland, Loch Lomond Shores Management team, West Dunbartonshire Council, plus all our Facebook followers on both the Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre site and also the Friends and Supporters page, plus others who are too numerous to mention. The official “Grand Opening” will take place on 9th November at 1.30pm, performed by the BBC’s Paul Murton of “Grand Tours of Scotland”. Entry on the 9th November will be by donation only. Activities and entertainment will be available, as well as Prize Draws. For further information, please check the website – www.llbopc.co.uk, or Facebook - “Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre”. The centre can be contacted on 0845-600-2505, or 07751-862416.

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Change your habits, Change your Life

What’s important to you? What are your values? What do you want to change? Do you want to be thinner, wealthier, happier, calmer, fitter, even a nicer person? Hypnotherapy can help you with making the changes you long for. It can work effectively on lots of areas. It can help you find new, exciting, easier ways to enjoy life by boosting your confidence and self esteem, helping you lose weight and/or ridding any unwanted addictions. Through hypnotherapy you can visualise and step into the ideal you, and whilst listening to the positive suggestions the hypnotherapist implants you will find strength within to build up positive and resourceful states of mind and body, patience, happiness, confidence, joy, serenity, peace, passion, love, and optimism. You will be guided to remember times in which you experienced those states before, while hypnotherapy conditions your mind to expect more of the good feelings. Your unconscious mind will identify with the times you made yourself feel great and your mind will generate creative ways to overcome obstacles; you will start to realise you are an exceptional person. You will be in the zone and feel ‘in the flow’; your mind and body will record the good feelings, and you will love being in flow as it will bring you results you desire. Sometimes we get caught up, or caught out and maybe we are not as nice as we used to be and need to bring ourselves back to who we are. The light fades from our eyes, we function, but we don’t ‘sparkle’ anymore, something is missing? So many changes are possible, and you could reinforce every positive thought that you have ever had about yourself. We are never too long in the tooth to realise that we need to make a few wee adjustments, and it is so worth the effort.

Rotary News Two members have recently given talks. Allan Gilfillan’s was entitled “Pearls of Wisdom” – happily this was about pearl farming off the coast of Western Australia and nothing to do with casting pearls before swine! Sai Kumar has recently joined the club and his talk was called “Life of Sai” – and it was indeed about his life story from a rather privileged upbringing in India in the days of the British Raj through to his medical career ending up as an orthopaedic surgeon in Paisley. Two talks that serve to illustrate the great diversity of members and their backgrounds that so enrich the Rotary membership experience.

Mo Ferrington Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist The “Silent Epidemic” was the topic addressed by Bridie Donnelly who is a volunteer service manager with Alzheimer Scotland. With an ageing population, the numbers suffering from dementia is growing fast (currently 86K+ in Scotland) with many more without a diagnosis. She emphasised the importance of an early diagnosis and outlined the actions and support available to help manage the situation for sufferers and their families.

Richard Lees was a member of Gryffe Valley before moving down to join the Hunterston club a few years ago. He is now Governor of the West of Scotland district and he revisited Gryffe Valley to congratulate the club on their successful projects and to talk of his experiences and visions for Rotary. He described the preparation for his role, culminating in a visit to San Diego together with 528 other worldwide District Governors! He spoke of his enthusiasm for projects which support young people and his hope that the District could play a significant role at next years Commonwealth Games. The photo shows Richard presenting Gryffe Valley President Mike Farley with a banner “Engage Rotary – Change Lives”.

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Local Police Inspector Louis Jeffery came along to talk about the reorganisation of the police service in Scotland. He described the background to the amalgamation of the 8 previously disparate areas into one integrated force across the whole of Scotland. The change had saved quite a significant amount of money and, despite not being universally welcomed by everyone in the service, there were some impressive statistics to show that many of the significant trends in crime and its detection were moving strongly in the right direction, with the main focus on keeping people safe. Looking forwards, the club is holding a special Open Meeting at the River Inn on 27th November, when friends, guests and representatives of local businesses are invited along to enjoy an excellent dinner, to listen to Judith Ralston, BBC presenter and weather girl, and to find out more about Rotary’s work and plans. Check out the Gryffe Valley website for full details on how to come along.

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various, Paisley

Scottish Folk ‘n’ Roll! Original Scottish songs combined with new, dynamic arrangements of Scottish Classics, peppered with banter, fun, and the feelgood factor. Sat 9th Nov, 8pm Prices: £5.

A Buddy Good Laugh The Polar Bears Go Wild Wanted: Brave explorers to join two friendly, but slightly naughty Polar Bears in this wonderful children’s theatre production. Sat 2nd Nov - Paisley Arts Centre, 2pm. Tickets: £4. Suitable for ages 18 mths - 5 yrs

A new monthly comedy night from Renfrewshire Arts & Museums and comedy promoters Dead Sheep Comedy. Thur 28th Nov - Paisley Town Hall, Doors 8pm, show starts 8.30pm. Tickets: £10 (£8 conc) Next show £6 if booked immediately after this show. Suitable for ages 18+.

MacFloyd: Dark Side Of The Moon 40th Anniversary

Club Animate

Come along to the Club Animate, now with Crazy Talk! Block 2: 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th Nov; 4th & 11th Dec. Wed 6th Nov - Paisley Museum (enter via side entrance), 6pm - 7.45pm. Cost: £25 (£20 conc) for 6 week block. Suitable for ages 10 - 15

Linwood No More A nostalgic tale recalling the former Rootes car factory in Linwood where the Hillman Imp was produced. Thur 7th Nov - Former Hillman Imp Car Factory, St James Business Centre, Linwood. 7.30pm. Tickets: £10 (£6 conc). Please note that this performance is now SOLD OUT. Please contact the Box Office on 0300 300 1210 if you wish to join the waiting list should more tickets become available.

Paisley Natural History Society Talks

Hosted by experts in the field, come along and get a unique insight into various natural history topics. Hosted by experts in the field, these talks provide an interesting insight into various natural history topics. The talks are open to everyone and there’s no need to book, just come along. Thur 7th Nov - Paisley Museum, 7.30pm. Free entry.

Playdays! @ the Museum Fun, interactive sessions for pre-school children. Thur 7th Nov - Paisley Museum, 10.30am - 11.30am. Cost: £2 (children go free, max 25 adults). Ticket includes free healthy snacks. Suitable for ages 6 months - 4 years

25 years of St Vincent’s Hospice Light Up a Life Sponsor a light on our tree in memory of a loved one or to honour a special person or occasion. Sun 24th Nov - St Vincent’s Hospice courtyard, Howwood

Booking for Paisley Arts Centre & Paisley Town Hall, Paisley Abbey & Renfrew Town Hall: 0300 300 1210 www. boxoffice.renfrewshire.gov.uk

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A 40th anniversary tour to celebrate one of the most successful rock albums of all time ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’. MacFloyd will take you on a journey, transporting you back to those spectacular times if only for a night. Don’t miss it! Thu 21st Nov - Beacon Arts Centre, Greenock, 7:30pm. Prices: £13 to £15. Sat 23rd Nov - Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm. Tickets: £14 (£12 conc).

Beacon Arts Centre, Greenock Grease

After a sell-out run of Les Miserables earlier this year Kayos Theatre return to Beacon Arts Centre with Grease. Tue 29th Oct - Sat 2nd Nov. £12 to £15.

Premier British Wrestling Maximum Impact Sat 2nd Nov 7:30pm. Prices: £11 to £20.

The Duncan McCrone Band Over 35 years of live performance, including 18 with The Clydesiders, Duncan has played on BBC 1’s The Wogan Show; performed a duet with Shane McGowan at the Matt McGinn Tribute Concert. Support from Lynnie Carson. Saturday 2nd Nov. 8pm £5.

51 Shades Of Maggie

Fifty One Shades of Maggie is the Number 1 best selling spoof play of 50 Shades of Grey and tells the story of loveable Maggie and her search for love. Written by Lessa Harker. Sun 10th Nov. Prices: £18.

Hairy Maclary “Out of the gate and off for a walk, went Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy.” Anyone with young children will recognise these immortal words instantly as the opening lines of the book ‘Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy’ by Lynley Dodd. Sat 16th Nov. 2pm. Prices: £8 to £9.

String Driven Thing Led by Chris Adams from acoustic trio to folk rock to prog rock, SDT were signed by the Famous Charisma Label in 1972. Support from Ten Gallon Bratz. Sat 16th Nov. 8pm. Prices: £5.

Something Old, Something New David Hughes Dance will stimulate audiences with an evening of pure dance delight, presenting a mixed programme featuring four works from genuine icons of dance. Sunday 17th Nov. 7:30pm Prices: £10 to £12.

More Sky than we need

plan B are back in 2013 with More Sky Than We Need - a beautiful and serene meditation on the vast clouds above us and the immense space within us. Wed 20th Nov. 7:30pm. Prices: £10 to £12.

Alphabetic Order Orchestra Four years since the release of “Deaths and Entrances”, the second album from Scottish indie rock experimentalists My Latest Novel on the prestigious Bella Union label, the band return today under the Alphabetical Order Orchestra moniker. Support from Slippery Elm. Saturday 23rd Nov 7:30pm. Prices: £10.

Singin’ In The Rain

Greenock Light Opera Club Present Singin’ in the Rain. Thur 7th Nov - Sat 9th Nov Prices: £12 to £16.

Ted Christopher

One of Scotland’s finest performers whether singing heartfelt originals to a concert audience, belting out Scottish favourites to the Tartan Army throughout Europe, or playing to 750,000 live in Washington. Support from Reely Jiggered. Fri 8th Nov 8pm. £5.

Alastair McDonald It was the long-running TV show “Songs of Scotland”, with his Greenock pal Peter Morrison, which propelled Alastair to being firmly established as Scotland’s leading musical minstrel. Support from Davey Nicol. Saturday 23rd Nov 8pm. Prices: £5.

Booking for Beacon Arts Centre: 01475 723723 info@beaconartscentre.co.uk Custom House Quay, Greenock PA15 1HJ

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Glasgow Loves Christmas

Glasgow’s 2013 Christmas Party officially starts on Thursday 14th November with the big switch-on of the Christmas lights at George Square. The popular event marks the official start of the festive season at Princes Square. Last year more than 15,000 people packed into George Square to see Glasgow get lit up with a bang at its Christmas lights switch-on. As the switch was flicked, the crowd turned their eyes to the sky above the City Chambers and saw a superb fireworks display.

Fireworks Displays

Christmas Lights Switch-On

Sat 2 November Paisley Fireworks Paisley Town Centre Entertainment from noon, fireworks at 6pm

Thu 14 November George Square, Glasgow 6pm-7.30pm The popular event marks the official start of the festive season at Princes Square.

Sat 2 November Battery Park, Greenock 6pm - 8pm Inverclyde Council’s annual fireworks display

Sat 16 November Paisley Town Centre 12noon to 6pm Live music from UK hip-hop star Tinchy Stryder and Scottish rockers The View. Christmas Market in the Town Hall

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Sat 9 November

Renfrew Town Centre 12noon to 5pm

Bishopton Fireworks ROF car park 7.30pm

Thu 28 November

Hosted by Bishopton Scout Group, entry for adult £2, child £1, under 5’s free. Hot Dogs, teas, coffees and tuck shop. All welcome

Carol Service in Freeland Church at 6:15pm followed the switching on of the lights at Livery Walk.

Sat 9 November

Fri 6 December

The Knapps Bonfire & Fireworks Kilmacolm - 4.30pm Display starts at 6pm. Catering by St Columba’s & Duchal Nurseries.

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Sat 30 November Johnstone Town Centre 12noon to 5pm

Howwood 7pm Wrap up well and bring a torch.

Fri 6 December Kilmacolm & Quarriers Kilmacolm Community Centre at 6pm Quarriers Village at 7pm

Lights set to twinkle alongside A-list stars This year’s Paisley Christmas Lights switch-on promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with not one, but two headline acts performing on Saturday 16th November. UK hip-hop star Tinchy Stryder and Dundee rockers The View will be on hand to kick off the celebrations alongside boyband Mr Meanor, female pop sensation Alexa, the Clyde 1 Roadshow DJs, and Santa Claus with his reindeer. Completing the musical line-up is Mr Meanor, a four-piece pop/R&B boyband with members from the US and UK and YouTube sensation Alexa. On the main stage in Gauze Street the Clyde 1 Roadshow team with DJs Gina McKie, Romeo and Gavin Pearson will be ready to kick-off the live entertainment from 1pm. Renfrewshire’s Provost Anne Hall will hit the Big Red Christmas Lights Switch-On button at 6pm.

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So, we’re into the home stretch & can only hope that the generous donations of blood, sweat & tears (& joy & laughter!) by all concerned will pay off & provide you, dear readers, with a night to remember. This year’s pantomime is ‘Cinderella’, directed (as last year) by Kirsty Strahan, & will be performed in the Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm by members of Kilmacolm Dramatic Society over 3 evenings:- Thur 28th, Fri 29th & Sat 30th November at 7.30pm (doors open at 7pm), also with a matinee performance on Sat 30th at 2.30pm (doors open 2pm). Tickets are priced at just £10 for adults (including a glass of wine or a soft drink) & £8 for children (including a soft drink) & are on sale in The Village Newsagent, Kilmacolm, or from Rosie Thirde on 01505 872465. There will also be a box office for advance ticket sales in Kilmacolm New Community Centre on Saturday 2nd, 9th and 16th November between 10am and 1pm. We are again offering 2014 ‘Calendar Girls’ calendars in aid of Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research (LLR), along with the tickets, for donations in excess of £5. As you may know, previous efforts raised £1,000 for LLR & we hope to add substantially to this figure. So, get your Christmas stocking fillers now! See you at the Panto!!

Flint Street Nativity

Tickets for Kilbarchan East Drama Group’s production, “Flint Street Nativity” can be reserved by phoning 01505 704048 or purchased from Bobbins Coffee shop. The show will be performed on Thursday, Friday and Saturday 21st-23nd November in the church hall at 7.30pm.

‘Cambusdonald Royal’

Calder Drama of Lochwinnoch are pleased to announce the Autumn Production of ‘Cambusdonald Royal’ , a comedy by James Scotland which will be performed on Stage in the McKillop Hall, Lochwinnoch, on Thursday 28th and Friday 29th November. Doors open at 7pm with curtain -up at 7.30pm. The action takes place throughout the play in Brother Barnabas’s Cell in Cambusdonald Abbey in 1465. Aided and abetted by Brothers Donatus and Simon, he fancies himself as an Alchemist forever experimenting to find an elixir which will free him from the rigours of Monastic Life. He is interrupted in his experimentations by the sudden intrusion of the Sisters of the nearby St Ursula’s, whose Convent has accidentally been burned to the ground. Enter Sisters Innocentia and Diligence who also are prone to do a bit of dabbling in this type of Sorcery and between them they accidentally conjure up Helen of Troy and Messalina, Empress of Ancient Rome. Confusion and chaos ensue involving, Mother Mary, Abbot Wilfred and a Cardinal. Throw in a runaway couple, magic spells and a ghost and you have the perfect recipe for a night of laughter, mayhem and excitement. The Johnstone Phoenix Theatre Group is recruiting new members. If you have ever wondered what its Tickets priced £6 for adults and £4 children like to perform on the stage, well now is your chance. & senior citizens are available from: Now We consist of around 50-60 enthusiastic performers, not including everyone who helps backstage. If and Then, Cut & Care Hairdressing, Wilson you are interested in joining the group in any capacity, whether it be selling programmes or pantomime the Bakers and any member of the Drama merchandise, sewing costumes, helping backstage with scenery or props, performing on stage, or even Club. Refreshments, soft drinks and alcoholic on the production team, please contact the secretary, Margaret Taylor on Magrit.taylor@ntlworld.com beverages will be available at the Bar.

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‘Scape’ by Gryffe Camera Club

bishopton, langbank & bridge of weir Fireworks Display Held by Bishopton Scout Group on Saturday 9th November at 7.30pm in the ROF car park, Bishopton. Entry: adults £2, children £1, under 5’s free. Hot dogs, teas, coffees and tuck shop. All welcome.

Messy Church® is coming to Bridge of Weir!! Messy Church® started several years ago in Portsmouth and has now spread all around the world. It is a growing church and is a lot of fun! Having enjoyed attending Messy Church® in Stockport, Kilmacolm and Partick, we have decided to set up a Messy Church® in Bridge of Weir starting on Sunday 1st December 4.30pm – 6.30pm in Freeland church hall. • It is non-denominational and for all ages. Everyone is welcome and it’s free! • There is an hour of craft or other activities followed by a 20 minute celebration and then a sit down meal with hot food.

St Mary’s Saturday Fayre On Saturday 16th November from 10.30am - 2pm. In the Royal British Legion, Bridge of Weir (next to Co-op and Car Park). Admission £3 (children free). Bottomless cups of coffee/tea, biscuits, home baking. From 12noon soup with a roll and home baking, Stalls, Tombola Raffle.

We will continue on the 1st Sunday of every month until June 2014 when we will break for the Summer holidays. Please come and join us – it really is good fun and a great way to meet new people in the community. If you plan to be there or have any questions give Catherine Daly a ring on 07980 649377.Otherwise just turn up at Freeland Church hall at 4.30pm in 1st December to receive a warm welcome.

Special Delivery of Christmas Cards in Bishopton and Erskine Bishopton Christian Aid Group - Special Delivery of Christmas Cards in Bishopton and Erskine from 9th to 22nd December. Bishopton Christian Aid Group and their band of supporters will again be providing a special delivery of Christmas Cards in Bishopton and Erskine. During December your cards may be handed into : • The Co-op, Costcutters and Day-Today Store in Greenock Road from Mon 9th until Noon on Sun 22nd. • The Salon in Greenock Road from Mon 9th until Noon on Sat 21st. • The Cornerstone on Saturdays 14th & 21st 10am to 2pm and Sundays 15th & 22nd from 12.30pm until 2pm • The Community Centre Car Park on Sat 14th & 21st from 10am to 2pm. • After Church on Sun 15th and 22nd. The requested donation is 20 pence per card. We would be grateful for additional volunteers to Deliver Christmas Cards within the village and especially in Erskine and the new Dargavel Village. Members of the Committee will deliver the cards to each volunteer who will be allocated a road or section of a larger road. Please contact John Littler on 07933525243 or any member of the Christian Aid Committee. Help make it Christmas in the Developing World.

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bishopton, langbank & bridge of weir Have you heard the news? Bridge of Weir Library has been at its new location in the Cargill Hall, Lintwhite Crescent for just over 2 years.

LEAP Car Club

Have you visited us yet? There’s a lot going on!

Diane, our LEAP Car Club Coordinator will be at the Bridge of Weir Fair Trade Event in the Royal British Legion Club on Saturday 2nd November from 10.30am til 2.30pm. Please come along and see the car we have in Bridge of Weir and find out if the Car Club could work for you.

Bookbug: A very popular session for babies and toddlers on alternate Thursdays. Next session on 7th November 10am-10.30am. Author Visit: Children’s author Debbi Gliori is visiting us in November with stories and gifts for the children from P1 at Bridge of Weir Primary School. Reading Challenge: 35 local children took on our Creepy House Summer Reading Challenge this year. Well done to all of them and roll on next year when hopefully even more children will get involved!

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Book Group: Bridge of Weir Library book group! Relaxed, informal and lots of interesting reads. First meeting Wednesday 13th November, 6.45pm-7.45pm Contact Renfrewshire Libraries on 0300 300 1188 or pop into library for more details. Free e-books! Available from December – just in time for those new tablets and e-readers at Christmas. Knitting Group: First meeting in January 2014, call into library or phone for details. Visit us soon and pick up a free gift of an historic postcard of Bridge of Weir (while stocks last). Keep up with library news, access our free information resources and renew your books online at www. r e n f r e w s h i r e . g o v. u k / libraries Follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/ renfrewshirelibraries

If you would like any information about the Car Club please do pop in to see our Car Club coordinator, Diane at either event. Remember, LEAP Car Club is a community, not for profit Club, designed to provide a car just when you need it, meaning you don’t need to pay for a car to sit outside your house doing nothing. For further information contact Diane at diane@myleapproject.org or call into the office in Advance Place Bridge of Weir or Church Street, Lochwinnoch FREE THERMAL IMAGE OR DRAUGHT TESTS Would you like LEAP to carry out a FREE Thermal Image or Draught Test of your home to find cold spots, where draughts are entering and warm air escaping ? With the change in the weather and the recent announcement of further fuel bill rises, now is a good time to think about ways to cut the amount of fuel you need to use to keep your house warm. If you would like one of our energy advisors to carry out a FREE home energy check, to help you find ways to reduce the energy you use and to organise a thermal image or draught test, please get in touch email info@myleapproject.org. For more info about any part of the LEAP Project, please contact us at info@myleapproject.org, drop in, or telephone one of our offices: 22 Church St, Lochwinnoch, PA12 4AD, Tel: 01505 842 530 9 High Barholm, Kilbarchan, PA10 2EF, Tel: 01505 706 070 Advance Place, Main St, Bridge of Weir, PA11 3PB, Tel: 01505 612 034

Coffee Morning

Dog Wardens once again have been asked to patrol the cycle track in Bridge of Weir looking for the owners of dogs fouling the cycle track, footways and parks.

For Fairtrade, in the Cornerstone, Greenock Road, Bishopton on Saturday 2nd November from 10am to 12 noon. This year the theme for One World Week is “Enough Food For Everyone”.

Flooding on the Main Road in Langbank continues to be an issue. The problem is that the gullies up the hill can’t cope with heavy rainfall and the excess is routed under the rail bridge to the low points on the Main Road. I have also questioned whether there are enough drains on Main Road, and if the ones there could be partially blocked.

You can enjoy a cake plus a cup of Fairtrade tea or coffee, and find out more about how to make truly “One World”. Tickets £2 for adults, with children free.

Food Train Renfrewshire is offering a grocery shopping and delivery service to older people. Food Train is also looking for volunteers to do the shopping and make deliveries. There is also a new ‘housing options’ advice service for elderly customers, who are struggling within their homes. For further information, please contact myself or call 0141 812 2237.

Fairtrade groceries for sale.

Many councillors at Renfrewshire Council would like to see a rail link to Glasgow Airport and a line linking up from Bridge of Weir may just be the answer. I am keen to see new members join the action group Paisley and Gryffe Transport Forum.

Bridge of Weir SWRI The next meeting is on Thursday 7th November in the British Legion Hall at 7.15pm for 7.30pm when our speaker will be Sheila Patterson talking about “Growing up in Quarriers” All members and visitors will be made very welcome..

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On Wednesday 20th November we are also holding a Car Club open evening in our Bridge of Weir office between 4pm and 8pm. This will allow anyone who is interested in the Car Club, but can’t make our normal opening hours to come in for a chat to find out more or to join up. In Lochwinnoch we are holding the same event in our Church Street office from 10am until noon on Saturday 16th November.

Garden waste collections: - Just a reminder that these collections will stop soon and your last brown bin collection will be on your last recycling day in November, before it restarts in March. Surgery details: Bishopton Community Library - 1st Monday of every month (6.30pm), Cargill Hall - 2nd Monday of every month (7.30pm), Langbank Parish Church Hall - 3rd Monday of every month (6.30pm). I can be contacted by phone on 0300-300-1291 or by email to cllr.james. maclaren@renfrewshire.gov.uk. Please feel free to contact me with any of your concerns and I am happy to meet with you at a mutually convenient time.

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Royal British Legion Events Reunion Supper Dance in the Club on Friday 8th November at 8pm. Cost £3 with dancing to Sandy Cunningham. Remembrance parades - Sunday 10th November. All people wishing to take part please meet at either the Houston Inn at 10am, the War Memorial in Kilmacolm at 12.15pm or at the car park in Bridge of Weir adjacent to the club at 2.15pm.

BoW TARA Report

Cabaret on Saturday 23rd November - Tribute singer Pat Cairns will be Neil Diamond and Kenny Rogers. Tickets cost £8 from the club.

The latest meeting of Bridge of Weir TARA took place on the 15th October and as normal produced lively discussions on a number of issues.

In December there will be a race night on Friday 6th. Hopefully we will lots of members and visitors at all events.

The police report for September showed a slight increase on the number of crimes compared to August. Thieves attempted to break into The Bridge but were disturbed by local residents and fled. Other crimes ranged from vandalism, to wilful fire raising and drunk driving.

Langbank SWRI `Travels of a Headteacher` is the title of the talk to be given by Isabell Lind at our November meeting. The competitions for that night are:- Healthy Packed Lunch - 3 items (2 of which are homemade), Peg Bag - any craft, An Interesting Postcard. The Village Centre, 7.30pm on Thursday, 21st November. Visitors more than welcome.

Bridge of Weir Lace Group We meet fortnightly, on Tuesday mornings, throughout the winter. If you are interested please phone 01505 613967.

Bridge of Weir Choral Society Annual Christmas Concert Sunday 8th December is the date for the Bridge Of Weir Choral Society annual CHRISTMAS CONCERT. We have an exciting programme of music planned for the evening which, apart from lots of carols for everyone to join us in singing, will include Bob Chilcott’s “The Making of the Drum”, Christmas choruses from Handel’s “Messiah”, Faure’s “Cantique de Jean Racine” and the aria “O Holy Night” with tenor soloist- accompanied by Christopher Duffy, our new rehearsal pianist. The very popular “Bells Up Brass” ensemble will be joining us, as well as some junior surprise guests - all arranged to make sure that everyone gets joyfully into the Christmas spirit. The choir’s musical director is Christopher Barr, who was named as Student Conductor of the National Youth Choir of Scotland for 2012. Among his many other musical commitments, he is also director of Strathaven Choral Society and the Intermediate Youth Choir of East Renfrewshire Council.

There has been a spate of fly posting of late with Houston Road Park in particular targeted by a new Bishopton based vets practice. These posters were eventually removed by a member of the TARA committee over 6 weeks after they were reported to Renfrewshire Council. Members of the public wishing to report any fly posting can do so at pt@renfrewshire.gov.uk. The potholes on Mimosa and Mill of Gryffe Roads have been filled, while Torr Road is to be repaired in the near future and a new grit bin is to be located at the bottom of Loch Road. The dog wardens will be regularly patrolling a few sections of the cycle track, particularly the off ramp at the bottom of Prieston Road as dog fouling is an on going problem. The next meeting of TARA will be on the 19th November at 7.30pm in the Pirie Centre at Freeland Church. This will be the last meeting this year so come along and air your views and as always the meeting is open to all tenants and residents of the village.

Coffee Morning On Sunday 1st December from 2pm - 4pm. Hosted by 1st Bridge of Weir Scout Group at the Scout Hall, Horsewood Road, Bridge of Weir. Come along and enjoy tea, coffee and home baking. Raffles, tombola and some Christmas gifts.

Fundraising at The Bridge The MacMillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning held on 25th September raised the fantastic total of £211.60. Thank you to everyone who supported us and raised a huge amount for this very worthwhile charity.

The concert will take place in St Columba’s Church, Kilmacolm starting at 7.30pm and tickets will go on sale in November from choir members. For any further details contact our president Alison McAuslane on 01475 520280. More information at www.bridgeofweirchoralsociety.org.uk.

Hearing Aid Centre at The Bridge Personnel are at The Bridge from 1pm to 2pm on the third Friday of every month for the issue of hearing aid batteries and hearing aid checks.

BoW History Society At the meeting on Monday 25th November Professor Bruce Durie will talk about “The Stories Behind Glasgow’s Street Names”. Have you ever wondered whether there were candles in Candleriggs or was Rottenrow rotten etc? The meeting starts at 8pm and is held in the large hall of Freeland Church, in Bridge of Weir. Tea & coffee is served after the talk. Everyone welcome, visitors invited to make donation of £1.50 at the door. Any queries, please phone either Rosemary 01505 614252 or Lorraine 01505 612202.

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Freeland Church, Rev KN Gray BA BD. Morning Service 10.30am. Crèche, Sunday School, Lynx and Cornerstone. Evening Service 7pm Web site www.freeland.org.uk St Mary’s Episcopal (Anglican) Church. Delighting to praise God; Showing Christ’s love; Growing in faith. Morning Service on Sundays at 10am. We have a regular cycle of prayer for those who live and work in Bridge of Weir. The dates of prayers for local roads are as follows: 3rd Nov Sunningdale Drive; 10th Nov Thistlebank; 17th Nov Thornwood Drive; 24th Nov Thriplee Road; 1st Dec Torr Road; 8th Dec Troon Drive. For further information see our noticeboard, or to ask for special prayers, or in pastoral emergency please call 01505 612807/01505 842629 or 01505 613402 St Machar’s Ranfurly Church Rev Suzanne Dunleavy BD DipEd. Sunday services at 10.30am. Hearing aid loop system. All welcome. www. stmacharsranfurlychurch. org.uk Hope Hall, Sun 1pm Sunday School, 4.30pm Gospel Service; Mon 6.30pm Investigators for Kids, 8pm Bible Study and Prayer. Faith Christian Fellowship Sundays at 11am in the Cargill Hall, Lintwhite Crescent, Bridge of Weir. Tel: 0800 298 4875 email: fcf@lifeonfire.org.uk From the Baha’i writings - “Be generous in prosperity and be thankful in adversity” for details of meetings call 615641.

Worship, Re-Dedication of Houston & Killellan Guild, Service conducted by Guild members. 24th November 9.45am Early Service, 11am Morning Worship. The Sacrament of Baptism Church of the Nazarene, Houston, at the Village Hall, Main street, Houston. PA6 7EL. Rev Benito S Coetzee. Family services at 10.30am with full toddler, children and youth activities running concurrently with the service. Youth meets at 6.30-8pm on Sundays. Word and Table Quiet Service held from 9am - 9.30am every 3rd Sunday. Visit our website: www.houston.nazarene. org.uk St Fillan’s, Main St, Houston. Sun Masses: Vigil (Sat) 5 p m , 9 . 3 0 a m & 11 a m . We e k d a y M a s s : Tu e s Sat 9.30am except Thurs, 7pm. Reconciliation: Sat 10-10.30am and after Vigil Mass; Thurs 7.30-8pm. Exposition: As announced. Baptisms: 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month by arrangement. Parish Priest: Rev Daniel J McLoughlin, Dip.Th.,MA Pastoral Assistant: Sr Mary Frances Collett, RNDM (Tel 01505 613514). “Abbotsfield”, St Fillan’s, Main St, Houston, PA6 7EL. Tel: 01505 612046, Fax: 01505 610556. Email: parish@stfillan.org.uk. www. stfillan.org.uk

HOWWOOD

Howwood Parish Church, Sunday Service will start at 10am and there will be a prayer meeting at 3 Bowfield Way on Fridays at 7.30pm.

KILBARCHAN

Elderslie Kirk, Main Road, Elderslie: Sunday service e v e r y w e e k a t 11 a m . Minister - Rev Robin Allison. All welcome. Weekly meetings:- Monday Club every week from 12noon 2.30pm. Light lunch and a varied activity programme. Midweek Fellowship will meet every Wednesday from 10.30am for Tea & Coffee followed by a short Service of Worship at 11am. All Welcome.

Kilbarchan East Church. Creche, Sunday School and the Bible Class continue from 10.45am in the halls. All are welcome at our services. K i l b a r c h a n We s t P a r i s h Church – Minister – Rev Arthur Sherratt BD. Sunday Worship at 11am. Crèche, Junior Church and FEWsion meet from 10.45am. All are welcome for tea & coffee in the hall after worship. The Midweek Fellowship on Wednesdays at 10.30am in the Session House. Come and join us for tea, chat and a short informal act of worship.

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KILMACOLM

Houston Baptist Church at Carrick Centre; 11am Family services with SS for children age 5-12; 6pm Eve Service; Mid-week Home Bible Study; For more information contact; Rev D Snelson 01505 612722. Houston and Killellan Kirk www.houstonkirk.org 3rd Nov 9.45am Early Worship Service, The Sacrament of Holy Communion 11am Morning Worship, The Sacrament of Baptism 10th November 10.45am REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY. A Short Act of Remembrance will be held at the Village War memorial after Worship. 17th Nov 11am Morning

St Colm’s Catholic Church The Very Rev William Canon McDade – Sunday morning family mass 10am. Kilmacolm Old Kirk Church of Scotland (Charity n o . S C 0 0 9 2 9 1 ) . w w w. kilmacolmoldkirk.org.uk. Minister Rev Dr Peter McEnhill (01505 873174). Morning Worship - Sundays 11am, all welcome Sunday School & Crèche available. St Columba Church of Scotland. (charity no. SC007992) Minister Rev Douglas Cranston. Wednesday Break 10.30am in large Hall. Church Prayer meeting Thurs at 8.15pm. Gospel Services in The Scout Hall, Kilmacolm - Sundays 4.30pm, Thurs 7.30pm.

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Adopt –a- Monument St Fillan’s Episcopal (Anglican) Church Sundays 11.30am Rev Colum McGranaghan has now retired and we are in a vacancy, however all the Services in both Churches are continuing their normal pattern.

LANGBANK

Langbank Parish Church Rev Andrew McLean. Sunday Services 10am with Sunday School, Creche and young people’s group, the Welcomers. Tea/coffee after the service. The Church service starts at 10am. Come along and meet in the Hall from 9.50am. Charity registered in Scotland, No SC015085.

LOCHWINNOCH

Lochwinnoch Parish Church Rev Mhairi Breingan. 11am Morning Service with Sunday School and Crèche. Calder United Free Church (Church St Lochwinnoch) Sunday: 11am Morning worship with Sunday School and Crèche. 6.30pm Evening Fellowship group, 7.30pm ABC’s Teen group. Wed 6.30pm-7.30pm.

QUARRIERS

Mount Zion Church, Rev Andy Lunn Bsc. 10.30am in Bethesda, Junior Church and Bible Class. The Event for young people, making Church fun for everyone, every 3rd Sunday monthly a t 6 . 3 0 p m . Vi s i t w w w. mountzionfellowship.org.uk

Kilallan Kirk – Living Ruin “Launched with a Lunch”

It’s been another busy couple of months for the Kilallan Kirk Preservation Trust. On the 24th September, the Trust held an on-site PR Launch, including a buffet lunch to celebrate the start of the preservation works. This gave contributors the opportunity to mingle and share their diverse knowledge of, and interests in, the old Kirk. The event included speeches from Lynn Rew of Lynn Rew Consultancy, (KKPT Project Director and Co-ordinator), Mark Crichton Maitland (Elderslie Estates and Trustee) and Reverend Donald Campbell (Minister for Houston & Kilellan Parish Church, and Trustee). The speeches were very enlightening and gave the guests an insight into the reasoning and methods behind the project. This was then followed by a ceremonial raking out of the first piece of cement pointing, by Mark Crichton Maitland, supervised by Graeme Frame, Director of CBC Stone, the preservation works contractor, and William Lindsay of CKD Galbraith, our onsite Project Manager. Overall it was a very successful day, and a fitting start to the works. Kilallan Kirk Preservation Trust would like to thank everyone who gave their support by attending. The Trust would also like to thank all who have contributed to the project by showing support and guidance and who have expressed an interest in the project. On the back of the PR Launch, the project has enjoyed excellent publicity in the local and national newspapers, and other publications, and more recently on BBC Radio Scotland, resulting in greater awareness of, and an increase in those interested in, the project.

With regard to the works, the encapsulation tent has been erected over the kirk which will allow work to continue during all weather conditions, the raking out of the old cement pointing is well underway, and there is already a dramatic change to the look of the Kirk. The work is scheduled to last about 16-20 weeks. The Preservation Trust look forward to the completion of the preservation works and hope that everyone will take the time to visit the Kirk when it re-opens to the public in the early spring. For more information, please contact Lynn Rew on 07595461550 or email to lynn.rew@live.co.uk or check out KKPT’s website at www.kilallan.org and we can also be found on Facebook.

Photographic Print Exhibition From 28th October to 30th November, the Bridge Community Centre in Bridge of Weir, features an exhibition of the eye-catching photography of local photographer Bill Crookston. Framed photographs can also be purchased. Bill has been ‘making photographs’ since he was a teenager. His interest in photographing ‘almost anything’ over the years, has created a fascinating record of many ordinary scenes that most people would normally walk by without a second glance. An acclaimed self-taught photographer, Bill finds that our unique Scottish landscape and seascapes provide ample opportunities to capture the distinctive light throughout the various seasons, and many of his images are of the local area. Further a field his stunning works include the atmospheric and evocative terrain of the Western Isles, the aromatic lavender fields, abundant vineyards and traditional old buildings of France, the colours and fabric of the Canary Islands, and various facets of Portugal’s vibrant Algarve. Bill was also instrumental in the founding of our local Gryffe Camera Club in 1985, where over the years, many people new to photography have been inspired to learn new skills and in some cases to take up careers in the subject. See a selection of his eye-catching images at www.billcrookston.com The Bridge website www.thebridge-bridgeofweir.org

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Craft & Coffee Bridge of Weir Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild are holding their annual Craft & Coffee Evening on Wednesday 20th November in the Cargill Hall. We will have a range of goodies on sale from a selection of local artisans to get your Christmas shopping off to a crafty early start with prices to suit all pockets. Relax with friends and a steaming cuppa and be tempted with the array of mouth watering home baking on offer. Doors open 7.30pm, £2 adults, 50p children. For further details regarding the coffee evening or to find out what we get up to during the rest of the year contact Christine Currie on 07850 662 695 - faces old and new warmly welcomed.

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Diaporama This month’s meeting was ‘A Mystery Evening’ with Colin Wilkinson. We went back in time to the Beamish museum and Albion of Scotstoun and then saw a fantastic show made up of portraits - an area not usually used for AV. We finished with the very first AV Colin made - The London Eye. The photography was superb & combined so well with his choice of music. Our next meeting is on Monday 11th November, 7.30pm in Carrick Centre, Houston with David’s ‘Way Out’ Evening. Visitors welcome.

Bishopton CCA proposes new cafe

Bridge of Weir Festival

Bishopton Community Centre Association are keen to explore the opportunity to provide a Café type facility within the Community Centre.

The next meeting of the Bridge of Weir Festival will be in the Cargill Hall at 7.30pm on Tuesday 12th November to finalise the Santa Sleigh routes.

The local café closed a few months ago and the Community Centre may be able to help bridge this gap as it is in a central location and has good car parking facilities. The café may open for a couple of hours in the mornings, perhaps several times in the week.

The Christmas Prize Bingo will be held on Sunday 1st December with Eyes Down at 7.30pm with the doors opening at 7pm. More details will be announced in the December issue.

The Bridge Centre & Post Office Late Night Opening Thursday 28th November

To coincide with the celebration of switching on the Christmas Lights, The Bridge will open between 5.15pm and 7.15pm. Please join us during our late night opening for a FREE cup of tea or coffee as you relax in the pleasant surroundings of your local community centre and shop. Support the concept of shopping locally – buy your packs of Christmas cards, individual cards, wrapping paper, Christmas tags, diaries for 2014 and our very popular 2014 Calendar showcasing Bridge of Weir scenes over the year. We also have a selection of stationery items and everyday greeting cards as well as a small selection of pocket money toys, sweets, Fairtrade chocolate, items produced by local craft workers and ever changing artwork. Post Office – During Post Office opening hours, Donald, Pat and Anne are always happy to assist. Please remember the overseas posting deadlines!!!

If anyone is interested in setting up such a venture, please call Shirley 01505 341611 to discuss.

Bridge of Weir Christmas Lights Thursday 28th November, from 6.15pm

The lights switch on, hosted by the Community Council, starts with the delightful Carol Service in Freeland Church at 6.15pm followed by the glowing procession to the trees at Livery Walk, where the lights will be switched on. Afterwards refreshments will be served in the British Legion. It’s a family evening please do come along and enjoy the Village start to the festive season.

Late Opening for Xmas Lights Also opening late for the Bridge of Weir Lights ceremony: Bernie’s Cafe Deli, Neva Place, Bridge of Weir - open ‘til 8pm. Pop in for some warming food and drinks. Gibb Stuart Home Hardware, Bridge of Weir & Kilmacolm Shops - open till 8pm. See main advert on page 17.

Another exciting development within The Bridge is the completion of a private room. A redundant piece of ground at the side has been incorporated into the building. The room is available for individuals or groups to hire on an hourly basis. Please drop in - the volunteers will be delighted to serve you on the 28th November as well as during our opening hours throughout the week. (Opening Hours: Mon– 9am to 5pm (PO closed 12noon to 12.30pm); Tues & Fri-1pm to 5pm; Wed & Thu-10am to 2pm; Sat-9am to 1pm)

Improvements at Neva Place The Brighter Bridge of Weir group have been busy yet again, improving the frontage at Neva Place with lovely red stone chips, donated from Bull’s Garage. Curtis Chisholm of Cochran Dickie Estate Agents said, “A huge thanks to the ladies of BBoW, and to Bull’s Garage who kindly donated the stone chips from their forecourt to the frontage of our office”.

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kilbarchan & lochwinnoch A number of people in Kilbarchan have contacted me welcoming the resurfacing of the road over the cart bridge. This is the latest piece of work in the road resurfacing and repair programme in Kilbarchan, which has taken place this year. The decision by the Scottish Government to uphold the appeal in regard to operations at Kilbarchan quarry has been met with anger and dismay by many residents at the top end of the village. The application to extend current planning permission had met with objections from local residents, the Community Council, myself, and earlier this year had been rejected by Renfrewshire Council’s Planning Board. It is therefore to say the least disappointing that the interests and views of those who live in the vicinity of the quarry and are most affected have been overlooked. Fellow villagers in the Branscroft, Park View, and Park Gardens area are rightly concerned about the potential for increased noise and traffic, and I will continue to work to ensure that future operations at the quarry are more sensitive to the needs of the village. The superb work of Clyde Muirshiel Park was recently highlighted through two events which recognised the range of services it provides to all members of the community. Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal visited Castle Semple on the 17th September, and met disabled young people who use the park, together with management and staff. The work of the park staff was also recognised at an event in the Scottish Parliament in October. Such recognition is richly deserved. Surgeries: [except January and July] first Saturday monthly at 9am in the Mckillop Institute, Lochwinnoch and at 10am in the Steeple Hall Kilbarchan. Please contact me anytime at cllr.derek.bibby@renfrewshire.gov.uk 0300 300 1274 or 07534 156007

The issue of the Kilbarchan Quarry was much to the fore at the last meeting of Kilbarchan Community Council, in the wake of the Scottish Government overturning, on appeal from Cemex UK, the decision by Renfrewshire Council to reject the Cemex application to continue infilling the Quarry. I have emailed council officers to find out how Cemex UK intend to meet the terms of the eleven new conditions imposed on them by the Scottish Government, some of which are very rigorous. Kilbarchan Community Council have also written to Renfrewshire Council highlighting the failure of Cemex in the past to adhere to previous planning conditions imposed by the Council, and rightly asked why this was the case. I also share these concerns as a local Councillor and would like some answers on this, Kilbarchan deserves no less. In the last month, I was delighted to welcome, along with other members of the Clydemuirshiel Park Authority Joint Board, HRH the Princess Royal, Princess Anne, to the Castle Semple Visitor Centre. Specifically Princess Anne was visiting to learn more about the work of the disabled access sailing project which crucially opens up this sport for disabled youngsters. Social inclusion is a very important aspect of the work of the Park and the Park Director, Charlie Woodward, and all his staff, do an excellent job. Princess Anne certainly seemed to enjoy her visit to Lochwinnoch as she over-ran her schedule by forty minutes. My Kilbarchan advice surgery is on the second Wednesday of the month, excluding July, at of 7.45pm in the Steeple Hall, and my Lochwinnoch advice surgery is on the fourth Wednesday of the month, excluding July, at 7.30pm in the McKillop Institute. You can follow me on Twitter at CllrAndy4Ward8, call me on 07534 148224, or email me at cllr.andy.doig@renfrewshire.gov.uk.

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Support your community buyout Vote YES at the Buy Struthers Ballot, 6th & 7th December

LCBG has been pulling out the stops since hearing the exciting news that the Struthers factory site is up for sale. But every villager must get involved too - please turn up and vote at the Buy Struthers Ballot. To keep our right to buy the site (without which it will be thrown onto the open market), we must show that the majority of us support the idea of the Struthers site being bought by LCBG so the community can input into the uses for the site. The ballot will be held on Friday and Saturday 6th and 7th December. This ballot is vital to the village retaining its right to buy Struthers. To do so, we must have at least half the village turnout to vote and at least half the voters must vote in favour. It’s a big ask, as they say, but if we don’t then that’s the end of the village’s input into how the site will be used in the future; an opportunity lost. We will be arranging proxy voting, so if you think you’re likely to be away, please ensure that you complete the form (available nearer the time) to allow a relative or friend to vote on your behalf. Would all voters bring ID in case your name is not on the edited version of the electoral role? After being alerted to the sale, LCBG arranged a public meeting in early October, attended by over 90 people. Villagers were informed of the current situation, given a brief history of the group’s attempt to buy the site back in 2007, when we were accorded the right to buy, and the tight timescale we are on. LCBG will be seeking funding, now, for the purchase of the site and, later, for its phased development. As was explained in last month’s Chatterbox, villagers have come up with a number of great ideas for the site, which will need to be balanced with commercial use for a self-sustaining income. For instance - a sports hall is badly needed, perhaps with a gym, since the village has lost both these facilities, and with changing facilities for the outdoor sports in the field behind on its doorstep this would make a wonderful asset to the area. This could be commercially complimented by also providing small, commercial space with business facilities, which local businesses may not be able to afford individually. LCBG now has a number of activists on board helping with the campaign. These people are getting busy with fundraising and the business plan. More are very welcome, please contact LCBG@ lochwinnoch.info. So, do watch out for the ballot information and voting forms coming through your door in November. Do join LCBG (membership forms are on the village website on the Forum/ Talkback page and around the village shops and pubs) as it’s vital we show we have widespread support if we’re to get funding. And please - DO VOTE !

Weaver’s Cottage The Weaver’s Cottage, Kilbarchan, closed at the end of September after a very successful season. The cottage operates on a care, maintenance and planning basis through the winter months. Last visitor to the Weaver’s C o t t a g e was Archie W a l l a c e of Girvan, seen in the photograph being thanked for his visit by James Wallace, who works at the cottage.

Grow Kilbarchan Grow Kilbarchan will be holding their first AGM on Sunday 10th November at 2pm in the Old Library Centre, Kilbarchan. The constitution will be formally adopted at this meeting. Grow Kilbarchan was successful in its application for a CSGN Orchard Grant. This will allow fruit trees to be planted around the village. The plans for this will also be discussed at the meeting. Come along to find out what others plans we have and to have your say!

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kilbarchan & lochwinnoch Lochwinnoch FT group Events for The photo shows some of the 50 people, including friends from Lochwinnoch FT group, who attended the crowded Kilbarchan Lochwinnoch the Fairtrade curry night recently at the Glenleven. The next upcoming Lochwinnoch Parish Church

DROP-IN KIRK CAFE

Saturday 16th November from 10am - noon. Adults £2.50, Child £1.50

event is a cheese and wine evening in the Old Library Centre on Friday 29th November, when Liz Cotton of Rainbow Turtle in Paisley will be talking about her recent visit to Nepal. Everyone is welcome: no tickets, come along-and make a donation! Watch the notice boards and shops for further details.

CHRISTMAS FAYRE

Saturday 7th December from 10am - noon. Adults £2.50, Children £1.50

Lochwinnoch SWRI The November meeting of the Lochwinnoch SWRI is at 7.30pm in the McKillop Hall on Wednesday 20th November. The speaker is Mrs Helen Dunbar and her subject is “Mercy Ships”. The Competitions are: 1 Individual Trifle. 2 Christmas Card (any craft) The winners of the September Competitions are: Jar of Blackcurrant Jam: 1st Pat Matthews, 2nd Joyce Galbraith, 3rd Liz Benzie. Posy of fresh flowers: 1st Elma Richmond, 2nd Liz Benzie, 3rd Joyce Galbraith

Kilbarchan East Drama Group Tickets for “Flint Street Nativity” can be reserved by phoning 01505 704048 or purchased from Bobbins Coffee shop. The show will be performed on Thursday, Friday and Saturday 21st-23nd November in the church hall at 7.30pm.

Knit at the 19th We are a friendly knitting group, meeting every Monday at The Three Churches, Church Street, Lochwinnoch, from 10am until lunchtime (and beyond). We are a friendly group, and welcome knitters and crocheters of all abilities, from the absolute beginner upwards. If you enjoy yarn crafts, blethering, coffee, tea, cake and good company - please come along! Call 07879 406357 for further details.

Emma Cameron Memorial Trust Jim, Margery and Peter would like to thank everyone for their support over recent months. We have found comfort in hearing from the many friends whose lives Emma touched, and have been overwhelmed by the very generous donations and assistance with Emma’s Trust. A website is currently under construction www.emmacameronmemorialtrust. com We hope that many people will benefit from the Trust which will reflect Emma’s interests and concern for others and keep her memory and wonderful spirit alive. The Trustees are producing a calendar of photographs taken by Emma in some of the many countries she visited, the proceeds of which will provide funding for music therapy. The calendars will be available locally and at various events in the village. Alternatively, email info@emmacameronmemorialtrust. com if you would like to order a copy. We draw strength from your memories of Emma. Please continue to share them with us.

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kilbarchan & lochwinnoch Andy delivers new Habbie Sign for Village entrance The SNP’s Councillor for Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, and Lochwinnoch Ward, Andy Doig, has celebrated the installation of a new historic sign at the entrance to Kilbarchan from Johnstone, which he has delivered after campaigning for months of consultation with the community and council officers, as another step forward to promote Kilbarchan as one of the great historic conservation villages in Renfrewshire. Cllr Doig said: “Residents in Cartside Terrace brought to my attention that once the shrubbery had been cut back a former Kilbarchan entrance sign was revealed as you enter the village from Johnstone. Apart from being very worn this sign was inaccurate and at least eighteen years old as it actually said Renfrew District on it, which dates it to before 1995 and the new unitary authorities which formed the present Renfrewshire Council”. “I wanted to get the agreement of Kilbarchan Community Council as to what the new sign should say as I personally felt it was important to stress the distinctive nature of Kilbarchan as one of the conservation villages in Renfrewshire. Following consultation with council officers and having brought it up at Kilbarchan Community Council meetings it was agreed the sign should say Kilbarchan – a Conservation Village”. “The new sign is bigger, cleaner, and in a more prominent position at Cartside Terrace than the old one as people drive and walk up into Kilbarchan. I think this is a step forward in raising awareness of Kilbarchan as a distinct conservation village, with areas of great antiquity in it, such as the Steeple Hall, the remnants of the original St Catherine’s Chapel, and the iconic Weavers Cottage, all of which are well worth a visit”.

Kilbarchan East Church Guild Meetings This year both East and West Church Guilds have chosen to support the Julius Project and we have arranged a joint meeting on Monday 4th November, at 7.30pm in the West Church Halls. Please come along and show support to this vital Project which offers befriending and mentoring for homeless people.

Ceilidh - The Kilbarchan Singers The popular Kilbarchan Singers’ Annual Ceilidh will be held in Brookfield Village Hall on Saturday 9th November at 7.30pm. A fun evening with foot tapping dancing, raffle and Light Supper. Tickets priced £10 available by telephoning 01505 324169.

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On Tuesday 12th November, there is a change to our planned meeting, which has been postponed until January. We are very fortunate, however, in that Mrs Janet Tytler has agreed to come along that night and share some of the slides she and her husband have taken over the years in our own country and further a field. On Tuesday, 26th November, we have a speaker from Street Pastors, Paisley telling us of the work they do. If you would like to attend any of our meetings you will be made most welcome.

Kilbarchan West Church During November, there will be some special services in the West Church starting with Holy Communion on the 3rd at 11am and 2pm. On Remembrance Sunday, 10th November, there will be a short service at the War Memorial at 10am followed by a Joint Remembrance Service in the West Church at 10.45am. On Sunday 17th the Guild Dedication Service takes place at the start of Guild Week. Please join us at any of these services. The Guild meets on Monday 4th November when we will hear about the ‘Julius Project’, one of the Guild projects for this year. This meeting will be held in the hall, not the Session House, as it is a joint meeting with our friends from the East Church Guild. On the 18th we welcome the Rev Wesley Hand whose topic is ‘Gospel Magic!’ Along with the East Church congregation we continue to support the Food Bank Appeal and each Sunday people may bring groceries which are then distributed. A date for your diary in December. West Life are holding a Christmas Coffee Morning on Saturday 14th December from 10am to 12noon. Come along and enjoy a cuppa and home baking with friends.

Christmas Fayre at Lochwinnoch Calder Church Christmas Fayre will be held in the McKillop Hall on Saturday 23rd November from 10am til 12noon. Come and join in the fun and start (or finish) your Christmas shopping. Stalls include Home Baking, Paper, cards and gifts, Jewellery, Books, DVD’s and lots more. Children can write their letter to Santa. They might even bump into him! Adults £2 Children FREE, includes Tea/coffee and Christmas goodies.

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houston, crosslee & brookfield The continuing problem of fly posting in a number of local areas is continually being highlighted by me and residents to Renfrewshire Council. The Council’s response is that whilst a specific strategy to be adopted will be a matter for consideration by an appropriate Council Board it is intended in the interim to coordinate action to identify means of dealing with the problem. It is recognised that because of the limited legal and statutory remits of the various services, not all actions are appropriate to all circumstances. It is intended that (1) where unauthorised banners and adverts are attached to street furniture, or are placed on verges or land within the curtilage of the public road, they will be removed by Community Resources when brought to our attention; (2) where signs and banners are attached to other Council assets, Community Wardens will continue to remove these as they are encountered on their rounds and when brought to our attention; and (3) where unauthorised displays of this nature appear on private land and property, planning officers will maximise the use of statutory powers to immediately remove the displays. It is not the intention to target temporary displays which are a normal and accepted part of community life such as church coffee mornings, school fetes, or similar events. The intention will be to concentrate on the unauthorised commercial elements. Police Scotland is proposing changes to the Public Counter service in both Linwood and Johnstone police stations. Full details can be found for K Division - Renfrewshire and Inverclyde on http://www.scotland.police.uk/.

Houston Kirk Charity Crisis At Houston and Killellan we regularly send support to Mwandi Mission in Zambia. We heard in early October of a fire which destroyed a building – a store for the Orphans and Vulnerable Children Project at the Mission. They have lost their reserves of foodstuffs, deep freezers, seeds and fertilizer, paint, tools, stationery, clothing, uniforms, blankets, mattresses and other vital support material for the schools. Their insurance is unlikely to cover more than 25% of what they will need to rebuild and restock the building. We will continue to support Ida and Keith Waddell, the missionaries who work there, but are making a particular effort to help NOW. If you feel you can aid us in our task please contact the Minister or the Church Treasurer. We regard the people at Mwandi as our neighbours across the world, and will collect donations at the end of services over the coming weeks. In recent weeks we collected money in the same way for the Syrian Humanitarian Appeal and sent off over a thousand pounds to aid victims of the emergency in the Middle East.

Houston & Crosslee SWRI

My surgeries are on the second Tuesday of the month in Brookfield Village Hall from 6pm to 6.30pm then in Houston Village Hall from 7pm to 7.45pm.

Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 13th November at 7.30pm in The Compass Centre, South Street, Houston when we will have Jen Clark who will speak to us on the work of the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals. Please remember your Gifts for Erskine, in a gift bag, not wrapped.

I can be contacted by phone on 610018 or by e-mail at cllr.allan.noon@ renfrewshire.gov.uk

The Handiwives will meet on Monday 4th November in the The Carrick Centre at 7pm when we will finish our Tote Bags.

Quiz Night

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Houston Friends of Accord are holding a Quiz Night on Friday 15th November at 8pm in the J G Fleming Bowling Club, South Street, Houston.

On Tuesday November 12th, we have JAMMM a singing group coming to entertain us. Tuesday 26th November we will be listening to Mrs Dunlop and friends who will perform WAULKING.Our meetings are held in the Church Hall, Main Street, Houston and at begin at 7.30pm. A warm welcome to all.

Tickets for the event cost £8 and this includes a light supper. They can be obtained from Rita Jackson (690623), Joan Andrew (690463), or any member of the committee.

We look forward to seeing all our members and any visitors will be made very welcome. If you wish more information please contact Elaine Johnston: Telephone 01505 324827 or email jemjohnston@tiscali.co.uk.

Victorian Xmas Market Houston & Killellan Guild Victorian Christmas Market will be held on Saturday 23rd November from 10-30am until 1pm in the Church Hall, Main Street, Houston. There will be a wide variety of stalls where you will be able to buy some early Christmas gifts. The stalls will include homebaking, books, preserves, toiletries, handcrafts, mulled wine, a raffle and much more and possibly a visit from a very special person!! Please come along and join the festive fun, tickets cost £2 to include a mince pie tea or coffee and juice for the children. Hot rolls will also be on sale.

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Local environmental charity Eadha Enterprises are continuing to make strides in their aspirations for aspen. “At the national level, we are excited by the rapidly growing interest in this rare native species as a key forestry tree” explains Peter Livingstone, CEO. Eadha have now secured a partnership arrangement with the Forestry Commission to map surviving stands of aspen throughout Galloway and Arran and collect cuttings from these trees for propagation over the coming winter. This “clone collection” will act as a genebank for conservation purposes and will be used to develop a future supply of aspen for the region. The use of aspen is increasingly important in the face of climate change and the rapid spread of pests and diseases. Larch and ash have been badly affected in the region, with local problems with silver birch. At the local level, Eadha Enterprises are continuing to develop conservation and environmental education projects. They recently led a group of second year Geography pupils from Linwood High at Muirshiel where they developed their bushcraft skills, learned about woodland management and planted some aspen trees. “Despite the torrential rain, the kids seemed to enjoy getting their hands dirty and do something practical in the great outdoors,” said Peter. There are lots of ways to get involved in Eadha’s work. You can join the charity and also become a “partner propagator” growing aspen trees in your garden at home. It’s very simple and tremendously satisfying. Eadha will provide the kits and instructions. Members can then bring any saplings they propagate along to local planting events which will be published on their website and twitter and facebook pages. With Christmas coming up, this would also make the perfect green gift. UNIQUE GIFTS FROM EADHA ENTERPRISES Not just for Christmas but for the planet! Friendship Bonsai Trees; Aspen Trees with Certificate; Tree Propagation Kits; Charity Subscription

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Finlaystone Country Estate Events Coming Up . . . . Make Bird Boxes to take home (£4 to cover materials) Sunday 17th November - 2pm

A contest to make the most ridiculous bird box! Bring anything you can think of to camouflage your bird box. Pre-Booking essential.

Christmas tree Tagging Begins 30th November

Select and tag your growing Christmas tree. Cut it down or dig it up in time for Christmas. Freshly cut trees also available.

Santa’s Grotto

We are proud to announce Santa will be visiting every weekend in December! Craft Stalls, Christmas tree sales and carol singing. Follow the woodland trail to find Santa, includes a present from Santa and a festive arts and crafts session.

Sat/Sun 30th Nov, 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd December from 12pm to 4pm

Advance booking is required for this popular event, tickets are available from the 1st of November and cost £9.50 per child (1 accompanying adult free) Call 01475 540505

Wreath Making Class (£9 to cover materials) Mon 2nd December 10am - 2pm

Join the Finlaystone gardener making beautiful wreaths from holly, ivy and yew from the estate. Pre-Booking essential.

Contact us either by email at: info@finlaystone.co.uk, or by telephone 01475 540505 Finlaystone Country Estate, Langbank, PA14 6TJ

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Windows on Wildlife Update The Windows on Wildlife Project aims to bring people closer to wildlife, gaining unique insight to the furry & feathered inhabitants of Castle Semple Country Park. Project Officer Hayley Douglas gives us an update.

WoW Event Updates

On the 1st October the Windows on Wildlife project was one year old. To celebrate, the big WoW weekend was held at Castle Semple Visitor Centre. Over the weekend of the 12th and 13th October, 200 visitors popped in to the centre to watch the footage and play with the endoscope and digital microscopes. The Glasgow Ranger Service had kindly lent the project their stuffed otter, badger and fox for the weekend and these where big hits with kids and adults alike. It was a great weekend with many leaving inspired to seek out the otters, deer and other animals for themselves in the surrounding area. Comments in the visitor book quoted that “It was great to see the secret lives of our local mammals” and “It’s great to have this personal and local approach to wildlife study”. The next WoW event will take place on the 24th November and is on the subject of Tricky Tracks. Book your place today on 01505 842882 Ex20

Wildlife News

At this time of year many young foxes are chased out of their natal territory by their parents. In the last week, seven different young foxes have been filmed passing through the area as they search for a territory of their own. The two young Roe are doing well and we can now let you know that they are both males as their antlers are starting to bud on their heads. Many of you will have seen the “Slow baby otters” signs on the A760. These were put up in response to the high number of otters knocked down on that part of the road, in particular our big dog otter ‘Bob’ last November. Well good news, after speaking to personnel in the council, two proper otter road signs will be put up in the coming months and hopefully this will help to reduce the numbers of otters killed on the road. It’s certainly started to feel colder in the last few days and the visitors may have noticed that the Greylags are back at Castle Semple and the other morning four Whooper Swans joined our resident ‘Whoopy’ to much noise and cacophony. By Whoopy’s reaction to one swan in particular we believe they must recognise each other from previous winters. Hopefully they will stick around and keep him company during the next few months.

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Details can be found on the Parks website page www.clydemuirshiel. co.uk or by emailing wow@clydemuirshiel.co.uk. Footage can be viewed on the Park’s Youtube channel or on the WoW Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/ WindowsonwildlifeatClydeMuirshiel. Talks to groups can be arranged if you are interested in finding out more about your furry and feathered neighbours. Volunteer with WoW by emailing wow@clydemuirshiel.co.uk The Windows on Wildlife Project is part of the Semple Trail Heritage Project and is jointly funded by LEADER and the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Kilmacolm Horticultural Society The Annual General Meeting of Kilmacolm Horticultural Society will be held on Wednesday 20th November at 7.30pm in the New Community Centre, Kilmacolm. Following the business meeting, refreshments will be served, and Susan Boyd, director of Pollock Country Park, will speak to members on the subject of Lawns. The Society is preparing its 135th Anniversary celebrations for 2014, which include a 3 day outing to tour the scenic beauty of the highlands and a visit to Inverewe Gardens. A special coach outing on 9th August 2014 is planned for a trip to Edinburgh Botanic Gardens, High Tea, and the early evening performance of the Edinburgh Royal Tattoo. For further details please contact Jill Russell on 01505 872393.

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RSPB November Fri 1st - 6pm - 9pm Fright Night

Tours every half hour, starting on the hour and halfpast. Be prepared for a spooky time as you walk through the woods and meet the reserve’s creepy characters, plus fun crafts in the visitor centre. Please book and pay in advance. Booking essential as space is limited. Cost: £5 or £2 for RSPB members.

Sat 2nd - 11am – 4pm Young Volunteers Group

Join us for the monthly Young Volunteers club, with activities including bird surveying, outdoor work, finding out more about RSPB campaigns and much more. Booking essential and places are limited, so please enquire beforehand. Young persons aged between 12 and 18 can participate. Participants will be registered as RSPB volunteers.

Sunday 10th - 11am – 4pm National Science Day: Wild Science

Ever wondered what worms and English mustard have in common, or which type of fungus can actually crawl towards its food? Take part in a variety of wild experiments throughout the day and learn more about the amazing world around us. Booking essential as space is limited. Cost: £5 or £2 for RSPB members.

Sat 23rd and Sun 24th - 10am – 4pm Binocular and Telescope Demonstration

An opportunity to choose from a wide range of competitively priced binoculars and telescopes, including RSPB brand, with the added bonus that 100% of the profits go directly to helping conservation. FREE expert advice available all weekend. Contact Us: RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire, PA12 4JF.

The Garden in November It is in their autumn foliage that trees and shrubs join forces most effectively, with a glowing range of tones that become focal points in the late autumn garden. No other major group of trees can boast as many species with such a glorious range of colour shades as the maples, and with a wide range of forms to suit gardens both large and small. Acer Palmatum ‘Corallinum’ This beautiful dwarf variety is perfect where space is limited. The show begins in spring when its five-lobed leaves unfold in a striking shade of shrimp pink. These turn green during the summer and finally bright scarlet in autumn. It needs a partially shaded spot which is protected from cold winds. The soil should be moist but well-drained. Acer ‘Bloodgood’ This is a vigorous variety of Japanese maple. Its beautiful lobed leaves are deep purple in summer, turning scarlet in autumn. Like other Japanese maples, it needs a partially shaded spot which is protected from cold winds. The soil should be moist but well-drained.

Telephone: 01505 842663/Fax 01505 843026 Email: lochwinnoch@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk/scotland

Bridge of Weir Horticultural Society

The winter programme got off to a flying start with our own version of Gardeners’ Question Time. The panel of members, both professional and amateur, fielded a wide range of questions. There was the mystery of sweet chilli plants, several of which suddenly died overnight; dealing with potato and apple scab; identifying a nasty pest on a rockery Hydrangea; advice on crop rotation and how to make the best compost. The panel also described the best way to overwinter Acidanthera, now Gladiolus callianthus, a white flowered, burgundy throated South African corm which provides a long, late-summer show and how to cultivate suckers from Embothrium coccineum. This is a tree for small gardens which gives an outstanding spring display and is deservedly known as the Chilean Fire Bush. On November 14th, David Ferguson will be talking about ‘Climbing Plants’. If you are interested in Clematis and other perennials or just summer climbers, come along. The meeting starts at 8pm in The British Legion and guests are always welcome.

Acer Palmatum ‘dissectum’ Viride With lace-like, filigree leaves, this Japanese maple always attracts admiring glances. It looks particularly effective next to ponds where it casts beautiful reflections. In autumn, the foliage turns rich shades of yellow before falling. It needs a partially shaded spot which is protected from cold winds and moist but well-drained soil. It is suitable for growing in a large container, but must be kept well-watered.

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Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park HRH The Princess Royal Visits Castle Semple

As well as meeting the special needs sailors there was time for HRH The Princess Royal to meet invited guests from Rotary Club of Gryffe Valley (funders of the hoist), Park Authority, Scottish Natural Heritage and Royal Yachting Association as well as Active Schools Managers and Regional Park staff. Park Chair Cllr Gilmour said “HRH saw how sailing can make a real difference to people’s lives. She saw young people learning skills, contributing to their community and having fun”. HRH The Princess Royal formally named two Access 303 class dinghies ‘Phoenix’ and ‘Tranquillity’. The names were chosen by Craigmarloch School, Port Glasgow and the Disability Resource Centre, Paisley.

Authors in the Park

Louise Turner read from her debut novel ‘Fire & Sword’ and signed copies at a launch event at Castle Semple. Her novel is about the life of John, 1st Lord Sempill, who died along with a third of the Scots nobility at the battle of Flodden in 1513. His tomb is at Castle Semple Collegiate Church. Keith Watson gave an illustrated talk about his new reference book The Flora of Renfrewshire. It contains information on over 1500 species. The book will be a great asset for staff and naturalists.

Sailfaris on the Firth of Clyde

Do you fancy cruising around the Clyde on a big sailing boat for a day? You can with a Clyde Muirshiel Sailfari! 1 day trips start from £85 per person and can accommodate parties of up to 8 people. Or corporate trips can get exclusive use from just £450. Register your interest with skipper David Hill – david.hill@clydemuirshiel.co.uk

Regular Events

Mondays (not public holidays) - Lochwinnoch Community Walks meet 10.30am at The Cross, Lochwinnoch Thursdays - Slinky Strollers Parents with pushchairs meet for a walk at 10.30am at Castle Semple Visitor Centre Saturdays – Conservation Volunteers meet at Greenock Cut Visitor Centre 10.30am – 2.30pm

Events Coming Up Sat 2nd Nov – Sun 24th Nov Photographic Competition on Tour

NOVEMBER 2013

Fri 8th Nov - Stargazing Evening

An evening with our friends from the Coats Observatory in Paisley. Tonight’s topic will be ‘Comets’. Indoor lecture if poor weather. Muirshiel Visitor Centre from 7pm - 9pm. Tel 01505 842803

Sun 10th Nov - Wood Spirit Carving

Have a go at wood carving. Design and carve your own wood spirit (carved face) to bring you good luck and good fortune for those 16 & above. Greenock Cut Visitor Centre from 1pm - 3pm Tel 01475 521458

Sat 16th Nov - Leave No Trace Awareness Training

Do you value the natural environment and appreciate the impacts your walking, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing or skiing activities have on it? Learn about the seven principles and how to apply the ethics in a hands on way to show you care. Castle Semple Visitor Centre from 10am - 4pm £30/£25. Tel: 01505 842882 Ex20, advanced booking essential.

Sun 17th Nov Woods in Winter [Semple Trail Heritage Project Event]

Discover what’s out and about in Parkhill wood in winter. Try your hand at tree and animal track ID. Castle Semple Visitor Centre from 1pm - 3pm. Tel 01505 842882 Ex 20

Tues 19th - Fri 22nd Nov - Travelling Gallery Art Bus THIS LAND

This contemporary art space will be on site - THIS LAND presents a beautifully alternative view of the Scottish landscape, inspired by the Year of Natural Scotland. Castle Semple Visitor Centre Daily - please look online for exact opening times. Tel: 01505 842882 Ex20 or www.travellinggallery. com

Sun 24th Nov - Tricky Tracks

Ever wondered whose pawprints are whose? Who made that path? Come along for an afternoon tracking session in the woods to see if we can track and spot some of the inhabitants. Castle Semple Visitor Centre from 1pm - 3pm. Tel: 01505 842882 Ex 20

Thur 28 Nov Christmas Shopping Night

Enjoy a child free shopping opportunity with mulled wine and mince pies, as you pick up some seasonal bargains at our late evening opening. Castle Semple Visitor Centre - drop in between 6pm & 9pm. Tel: 01505 842882.

A display of prize winners and entries from the Year of Natural Scotland photographic competition. Exhibition opens at Castle Semple before it tours around the Park. Castle Semple Visitor Centre from 10am - 4pm. Tel 01505 842882 Ex 20

Brighter Bridge of Weir REMEMBER, REMEMBER...

Sat 30 Nov – Sun 2 Feb Photographic Exhibition on Tour

A display of prize winners and entries from the 2013 ‘Year of Natural Scotland’ photography competition. Muirshiel Visitor Centre - 11am - 3pm (weekends only) Tel: 01505 842803

Booking essential, contact the centre to book your FREE place. Charges apply for outdoor activity courses.

One of the last projects undertaken by Brighter Bridge of Weir this season was the planting of a border and tubs at the delightful new paved area outside the Advertizer’s offices and Berni’s Deli. The work there has made a fantastic difference to that part of Neva Place. Remember what it used to look like! Time now, you might think, for the group to relax and draw breath. Not really: the end of the growing season doesn’t mean an end to the w o r k of Brighter Bridge of Weir. However, the group is taking things a bit easier before preparing the Christmas decorations for Main Street, and reflecting on the work done and lessons learned in the past year. Also, while others may be remembering Guy Fawkes, the group’s members are remembering the kindness and generosity of those who provided them with teas, coffees, soft drinks and snacks while they were working in the village throughout the spring and summer months, and also those who donated funds for plants. Thanks also to the folks who helped water and dead-head the plants. With holidays, illnesses and so on, some of the flowers planted in the barrier baskets and planters were almost lost during the long hot and dry spell in late summer, but catastrophe was avoided thanks to the hard work of the few people remaining. Remember too, if you’ve got any suggestions or comments regarding the work of Brighter Bridge of Weir, simply visit the website at www.brighterbridgeoweir.org . There you can find out more about the group, view the picture gallery and add your thoughts via the ‘Contact us’ page. Photo caption:- ‘One of the aims of Brighter Bridge of Weir is to sustain essential wildlife within the local environment. This picture was taken by a volunteer out weeding in late September.’

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pets Pet Portraits for Animal Lovers The ideal gift for Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, or even just for a treat! Size A3/A4 in graphite, pastels, watercolour or acrylic. Please call:07580 589685 or visit our website for further information. Individual portraits could be ready in 3/4 days.

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Johnstone Cat Rescue

Fund raising is very slow at this time of year and we are struggling to cope - Your help would be most appreciated. Sheena can be contacted on 01505 337321.

Rescue Centres Dogs Trust Glasgow: 0141-773-5130 - www.dogstrust.org.uk

Re-homing Pets

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Honey is a tabby and white female under 2 years old who is looking for a new home where she will be allowed to go outdoors. Honey would like to be the only cat in the house as she doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really like to share with other cats. Honey would be suited to a household with no children as she likes a quiet life and be able to do her own thing coming and going as she pleases. Ref: A Zuko is a very friendly 4 year old Tabby male cat. Zuko has been brought up as a housecat and is very overweight so his food intake has to be curtailed to get him back to his nice trim figure! Zuko would very much like to be able to go outdoors and see the world. Ref: AMcS Our Adoption Fee of ÂŁ50 when you rehome a cat the fee will cover the cost of flea and worm treatment, microchip and vaccinations. This barely covers our vet costs and any amount you give us over that will be treated as a donation to Renfrewshire Branch of Cats Protection and will be greatly appreciated. To contact the Renfrewshire Branch on 0141 876 4133. All rehomings are subject to a successful home visit. Bernie is a 8-10 years old Staffordshire Bull Terrier - Reference: 260800 Bernie has not had much socialisation with other dogs and is looking for an experienced owner who has the time to spend with him. Bernie is intelligent and eager to please and with the help of some treats he may learn so much more. He is looking for a quiet home without many dogs and with his own secure garden to explore. To contact the centre about any animals, please call 03000 999 999 or visit www.scottishspca.org/rehoming

Hessilhead Wildlife Rescue: 01505-502415 - www.hessilhead.org.uk Johnstone Cat Rescue: 01505 337321 Renfrewshire Cat Protection: 0141-876-4133 www.renfrewshire.cats.org.uk Scottish SPCA: 0141-882-1688 - www.scottishspca.org These centres are always on the lookout for donations and fundraising. If you can help please get in touch with any of the centres above.

Duchess Staffordshire Bull Terrier / Female / 5 to 7 Years Duchess is a happy girl who adores walks, playing with her carers and is also very bright. She has had a difficult start to life and can get overly boisterous and excitable due to poor socialisation and training. However during her clicker training sessions she is very focused and willing to learn and her carers see what potential she has for the future. Once she gets to know you, she will give you big cuddles and even wash your face for you! Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre, 315 Hamilton Road, Uddingston, Glasgow, G71 7SL. Open: 12noon - 4pm (including weekends); 12noon- 7.30pm on Tuesdays; closed: Wednesdays

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Why does my cat…? Cats have evolved from highly specialist wild hunters, and for those of us with a cat in our household, understanding their behaviour can be puzzling. In the next few articles we will look at some of the most common behavioural associated with cats. Cats are hunters which means that they tend to be active at dawn and dusk, as anyone who has been woken at early-o’clock by a sharp set of claws can testify. They are likely to want to bring prey indoors, even though they may not eat them. The “presents” they bring you are generally their way of honouring you as a member of their family, and whilst unpleasant, it is part of their hunting instinct.

Pets and Fireworks Tips Birds and small pets like rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice and ferrets are easily frightened by fireworks. Here are some tips: Bring their hutches/cages indoors – into a quiet room, garage or shed; If you can’t bring them inside, turn their enclosure around so it faces a wall or fence instead of the open garden; Give them extra bedding to burrow into so they feel safe; Cover any aviaries/hutches with thick blankets or a duvet to block out the sound of the bangs and the sight of the fireworks but make sure there’s enough ventilation. If you have dogs or cats, here are some top tips: Always keep them inside when fireworks are being let off; Make sure your dog is walked earlier in the day before the fireworks start; Close all windows and doors and block off catflaps to stop pets escaping and keep noise to a minimum; Draw the curtains; If your animals are used to the sounds of TV or radio switch them on to block out some of the noise (not too loudly though); Make sure your pet is wearing some form of easily readable identification;’ Prepare a den for your pet where they can feel safe – perhaps under a bed with some of your old clothes. They may want to hide when the fireworks start. Let them pace around, whine, miaow and hide in a corner if they want to. Don’t try to coax them out or cuddle/comfort them. If they think you’re worried too this can make them feel even worse so stay relaxed, act normally and praise calm behaviour. Try not to leave your pet alone and if you do have to go out, don’t be angry if you find they’ve been destructive when you get back. Don’t tie your dog up outside, leave them in the garden or in your car during the fireworks. Don’t take your dog with you to a fireworks display

They are obligate carnivores, which mean that they have evolved to exist entirely on a meat diet, and cannot obtain the nutrients they need from vegetables. It also means they cannot metabolise some of the drugs which dogs can, and some plants (for example those of the lily family), are toxic to cats. Cats are naturally inquisitive and will often chew on or eat plant material in the house, especially if they are not able to chew grass. Cats have adapted to be self-sufficient and therefore they may not always tolerate other cats, or people, in their living space. They are very territorial and may mark their homes in a variety of ways, including scratching and scent marking particularly when they feel threatened in some way, Even a new cat in the neighbourhood has the potential to cause stress and reactive marking around the house. They are also excellent at hiding signs of illness or pain as they tend to stay still and quiet so as not to attract attention. This is one of the reasons why pain and illness is difficult to establish and monitor in cats. One of the biggest problems we see as vets is cats who are in pain as a result of arthritis, but because they have hidden the signs, the owner is unaware of the extent of the problem. In the next article, we will look at how to help your little wild feline friend to live a happy life as a domestic pet!

Here’s some advice if you have a horse or pony: Try to make sure fireworks aren’t set off near your horse’s field or stable – tell neighbours and local fireworks display organizers that there are horses nearby. Keep your horse in a familiar environment and a normal routine with companions to make them feel secure. If they’re normally out in the field, keep them there as long as it’s safe, secure and not near the fireworks display area. If you know your horse reacts badly to loud noises, it might be worth speaking to your vet or considering moving them for a night. Try to stay calm and positive as horses can sense your unease. Don’t try to get in the way if your horse gets frightened as you may get hurt. Information obtained from the Blue Cross website at www.bluecross.org.uk

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schools news Bridge of Weir Primary School These past few weeks some fascinating people have been through our doors at Bridge of Weir Primary. At the beginning of October, the school welcomed Monsieur Fabien Meras, a teacher from Lyon, as part of an initiative through which Renfrewshire schools are developing partnerships with schools in the French city. Pupils are already enjoying virtual “exchanges” by recording, and sending and receiving simple phrases.

Houston Primary School Eco News Pyjama Day

On Friday 13th September the pupils and staff of Houston Primary School came to school wearing their pyjamas! It was a fun day organised by the Eco Committee to promote eating a healthy breakfast. In the morning the children enjoyed tasting a variety of cereals with fresh fruit toppings. They also created graphs of their favourite cereals, designed cereal boxes, and came up with new cereal recipes. It is planned that each stage will grow their own ingredients to make a new type of cereal in their raised bed in 2014.

Headboard Competition

The Eco Committee came up with the idea to make the raised beds look more like a real ‘bed’, by arranging a whole school competition, to design a headboard to attach to each. The winning designs will then be painted on wooden headboard templates by the designers.

WINNERS

Primary 1 C a r m e n M c C u e , Primary 2 Ian MacPherson, Primary 3 Sarah Smillie, Primary 4 Sally Campbell, Primary 5 Rachel Baird, Primary 6 Rachel Hopkins, Primary 7Laura Workman. Commonwealth Courtyard Make-over Mr Alan Stewart and his team from IBM came on the 24th October to help us transform our courtyard. The children from the Eco Committee and the Pupil Council decided to have a Commonwealth Games theme and have requested a mural of ‘Clyde’, table top games, podium, planters, flags and a mini track. We are all looking forward to the transformation!

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Meanwhile, P7 pupils were privileged to meet Isobel Kirkwood, a teacher in London during the Blitz, whose husband was cared for at Erskine Hospital, and were captivated by her reminiscences. A spell under the strict tutelage of a teacher in a WWII classroom at Scotland Street School Museum provided further colour to their studies of this era. Fresh from a successful visit to Linlithgow Palace, P6 pupils have been using their knowledge of Mary Queen of Scots to develop their reasoning and decision-making skills, as will be revealed in a forthcoming open afternoon. Though not yet rewriting history, P6 have been rewriting class fairy tales, with very entertaining results. During their recent trip to Stirling Castle, P5 students of the Scottish Wars of Independence were whisked back in time – some into costumes of the era – under the guidance of former castle governor Sir William Oliphant, with whom they revelled in the terrors and technology of siege machinery. Pupils in P4 had a taste of Viking life at Vikingar! in Largs, where they dressed up as characters of the time, and visited a real Viking longhouse. The splendour of Ancient Egypt is pervading all aspects of the curriculum for our P3 pupils. Their class trip focused on the Egyptology display in Greenock’s McLean Museum, though the stuffed animals also proved very popular! The whole school celebrated Harvest Festival on 3rd October with our pupils and their families generously donating over 150kg of food to the Renfrewshire Food Bank. After the October holiday week, we are looking forward to continuing with International Walk to School Month, during which we encourage all our pupils to walk, cycle, scooter or park and stride to school, if they can. Pupils can earn points and small rewards for taking part. Those who have to travel by bus, taxi or car can “walk at school” by walking three times around the football pitch. Children coming from Brookfield, accompanied by their parents and Mrs. Kent, are being encouraged to walk to school on the Thursdays in October.

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Woodlands Nursery

St Fillan’s Primary Parents and Grandparents attended our Fair Trade coffee morning and celebrated our reaccreditation as a Fair Trade school. Monies raised were donated to Macmillan nurses and lots of pocket money goods were purchased at the Fair Trade stall. Thanks to all who supported us.

Baby Room

This month we have been very busy creating beautiful Autumn Pictures for their art gallery. Our room is now looking very warm and cosy with all the pictures of leaves, hedgehogs, owls, squirrels and trees with the use of nice brown, red and orange tissue, crayons and paint. We have also been enjoying lots of Autumn walks around the surrounding woodland area and have loved looking for conkers, pine cones, acorns and leaves. We are so lucky to have a nursery in the Woods.

Tweenie Room

Our topic of interest at the moment is “The Weather”. The boys and girls have been exploring all types of weather and have been playing in our garden area daily. They have enjoyed splashing in the puddles, building mud pies, bubble play in the puddles, crunching leaves with their feet and best of all collecting leaves for leaf painting.

Great fun was had when Hopscotch Theatre Group came to visit and perform 999 Emergency Services. The important message of not wasting their time was clearly taught in an entertaining and educational way. Our Foodbank Donation week was a huge success with all goods going to a local Foodbank for distribution to families and children. Gryffe Camera Club presented the following prizes at our assembly: • 1st Sophie Adams (P7) • 2nd Shannon Howard (P7) • 3rd Luke Rooney (P6) Highly Commended: • Roisin Wright (P6) • Sean Boland (P6) • Lisa Parducci (P6)

Rising Fives

Here in rising Fives we prepared for Halloween!! We were very excited and created lots of spooky, creepy pictures. We had a fantastic Halloween party with spooky food such as eyeball marshmallows and slobbery jelly with snakes and worms YUMMMMY!!

Out of School

The children are loving making decisions and choices and have started off with choosing what they want to have or make for their snacks. They have been creating wonderful pizzas, fruit salads and also helping to make yummy snacks like beans and toast. The children are all becoming very independent which is lovely to see. The children have also been creating Christmas Cards in a bid to design the card which will be printed and sent out by Woodlands Nursery and Out of School for Christmas.

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Learning through Play was the theme for the recent parent Curriculum Evening at Abbey Nursery and we were delighted with the great turnout on the night. As well as getting a brief overview of the Curriculum for Excellence, parents got to meet access teachers, Lesley Ann and Tracy Robertson and talk to Vera from Oral Health. There was also plenty of opportunity to explore all areas of the playroom and talk to staff about outdoor play activities; home learning; Book Bug sessions; literacy and numeracy through ICT and look at the learning walls for each key group. After sampling the home baking, parents went away with goodies to give them ideas for play activities they can do at home. Across all playrooms the children are still playing outdoors and the Little Ladybirds have been collecting leaves for leaf prints and experimenting with colours, whilst the

Busy Bunnies are spending time mark making with colour water and anything else they can get their hands on!! Parents evenings take place in November and we hope this will be a great opportunity to find out more about the development and interests at nursery of the children before our thoughts turn to Christmas.

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Healthy Active Kidston Kids!

Gryffe High School

Kidston Kids in Kilmacolm are delighted to have been awarded Grants from the Big Lottery, Communities and Families Fund and the Co-op Community Fund to start up Soft Play sessions in the afternoons.

Gryffestyles Week 23rd to 26th September - A Wholeschool Event promoting Health Awareness

September has traditionally been the month in Gryffe where the focus of many lessons is on Health and Healthy Eating. Many departments contribute in a variety of ways to encourage pupils to adopt a healthy lifestyle of good diet and exercise. Mr O’Hare who is Faculty Head of Health and Wellbeing coordinates the whole event.

The Baby and Toddler session will begin later in the autumn and Pre-school Session will commence early in the New Year.

The finale to the week is the traditional 3k fun run. This is a much anticipated event in the calendar of Gryffe and many pupils put a lot of energy into preparing their costumes as well as for the run itself.

Our Healthy Active lifestyles, kicked off with the Sticky Kids Funky Monkey Show on Friday 4th October when we were joined by our friends from Kilmacolm Nursery, Duchal

2013 was no exception to the effort involved. ALL year groups, including Primary Schools participate in great numbers. Entry to the fun run is a £1 donation and this money is raised for the British Heart Foundation. As well as most pupils, many staff and invited guests take on the challenge. Nursery and St Columba’s Prep School. A great time was had by all! We also had lots of fun on our recent Nature Walk in Duchal Woods. If you would like to join the fun, visit our website www. kidstonkids.co.uk or pop in and see us.

Dates for your diary! Adults Ceilidh at the River Inn in Houston. Saturday 23rd November, 7pm - 12 midnight. Tickets are £18, dancing to Keep it Reel, includes canapes and hot buffet. For Tickets, contact Fiona 07811 766672. All welcome, bring along your friends and make it a night to remember!

Christmas Capers: Saturday 7th December

10am – 12 noon. Kidston Hall. Santa’s Grotto, Children’s Stalls, Craft Stalls and Homebaking.Stall holders who wish to book a table to sell their crafts should contact Hazel 07810 007432.

Langbank Playgroup We love it when school comes to visit at Langbank Playgroup! Our picture shows our first joint venture of 2013/14 when Langbank Primary families kindly supported Playgroup with our Ragbag appeal; as well as talking about recycling and helping others, the Eco Committee kindly stayed to play for a while and the playdough table was very popular with the big kids. Brilliant tidying-up too! The Playgroup children love when the big people come to visit and we enjoy conversation and play whilst building friendships and developing social skills. We look forward to the next joint venture but in the meantime, make sure you’ve bought a ticket for our Beetle Drive which is on Friday 8th November. This was a sellout family night last year so don’t delay. For further information, please contact Jacqueline on 01475 540728.

This year we were privileged to have 2 former pupils who are exemplar models of a healthy lifestyle. Athlete Derek Hawkins has just been given the excellent news that he has won selection for the Commonwealth Games 2014 in Glasgow. Our congratulations go to him. Former pupil, Steven Thompson who is a St Mirren striker makes the 3k an annual event in his diary. Our appreciation goes to them for taking time out of their busy training schedules to take part. Well done to all the participants and also to the staff, external staff and sports leaders for making the day so special yet again – and it did not even rain this year!

Kilbarchan Primary On Your Marks Get Set GO!

Pupils at Kilbarchan Primary School have been very sporty so far this year. Coaches from Active Schools have been taking clubs including hockey, netball, dance, badminton, tennis, running and play club. Isla from P2 said, “It’s good because we play games like tig and dodge- ball.” We have had many victories with our football team this year. The team includes - Aidan, Harry, Finn, Logan, Lewis, Marcus, Adam, Sam, Tom, Harris, Jamie, Rory and Tiamo. This year we have successfully won all of our games. Our greatest victory was against St Paul’s when we won 16-1! We asked the boys what they thought about the team. Marcus Primary 7 said, “I didn’t expect we would win all these games!” Aidan said, “It’s an honour being the captain of Kilbarchan Primary football team because we work so well together.” By Rachel Hay, Chloe Lafferty & Brooke Docherty, P7

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St Columba’s School St Columba’s Welcomes Students from Chile

We were delighted to welcome a group of students from St Margaret’s School in Chile to St Columba’s. It was a combined hockey and choir tour. The Chileans presented a special assembly at Junior School on the culture and music of their country and the 1st XI played the girls in a very close and competitive match, which St Columba’s won 2-1. In the evening they enjoyed a trip together to the cinema and dinner. Pupils from St Columba’s look forward to a reciprocal trip in the future.

Prep Enjoy the Sunshine Prep pupils have enjoyed getting out into the fresh air.

Musical Celebration

Following the success of our sell-out Musical Celebration in 2011, we are delighted to showcase once again the musical talents of our Junior and Senior School pupils on Wednesday 18th December in Greenock Town Hall. This event is open to the general public.

Open Week

11-15th November Experience the atmosphere of St Columba’s at work and play. Visits take place during the school day with tours conducted by pupils and an opportunity to meet the Rector or Head of Junior School.

Please call Junior School on 01505 872768 or Senior School on 01505 872238 to make an appointment or to answer any queries that you may have. We look forward to welcoming you. Please visit the School website for more information www.st-columbas.org

St Columba Church Playgroup & Toddlers Aren’t we all busy? At Playgroup, we try to be inventive with our facilities and resources and this time we have turned the big hall into a street complete with traffic cones and roadworkers. The children tested out their vehicles in the big space plus experimented with the cones which became hats and ice-creams too! Why not bring your child along to stimulate their sense of imagination and burn off some physical energy too? Visits welcome at any time and we are now taking names for January for one of the precious two year old spaces. If you are interested in a place on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday morning email Laura our membership secretary laura.hannah@hotmail.co.uk Our toddler group runs on Wednesday’s between 10am and 11.30am for children from birth to 3 years, and is a great chance for your little ones to try out different toys and make new friends and for parents and carers to have a cuppa and a chat, we always look forward to welcoming new faces to the group. Please contact our Toddler secretary Anya for more information on 07772 269840. Like us on Facebook - St Columba Playgroup & Toddlers Kilmacolm. For further information about the group. Our annual Christmas Craft Fair will be held on Saturday 16th November at 10am to 12.30pm in St Columba Church main hall so keep the date free as we have lots of brilliant stalls booked, perfect for starting the Christmas shopping!

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Kilmacolm Nursery Class The weather has been particularly good for most of our trips to the library and the Hub. Pamela was able to capture the attention of all the groups and told us a fabulous selection of stories. She also led us in community singing; fun was had by all, even the other visitors to the library. I hope they didn’t mind the noise too much!

We have started a new initiative by having a meeting with parents after the first month or so of their child starting nursery. Although we do have the opportunity to chat to parents at drop off and pick up time, it is good to have a designate time to focus on what our next steps in learning will be and to iron out any concerns at an early stage. This has been a satisfying new development in the life of Kilmacolm Nursery Class. The date was the 4th of October, the venue was the Kidston Hall and the event was Sticky Kids performance, and it was GREAT! All morning children and a good number of afternoon children came along to see the Show and everyone had a fabulous time. Many thanks to Fiona and Kidston Kids for arranging this event.

Rhythm Time At Rhythm Time we offer fun, quality music sessions to help nurture and develop your child’s innate musical ability. The activities are specially designed to build children’s confidence - and their parent’s too! These activities help brain development, balance and eye-tracking which in turn help with reading, writing, maths, co-ordination and socialising. We would like to start a new class for 3 to 5 year olds at 4pm on Fridays in St Fillan’s Episcopal Church Moss Road Kilmacolm. Come along and try a FREE SESSION on Friday 15th November at 4pm in St Fillan’s Church Hall. Call Helen Knight on 07805065381 or visit our website at: www.rhythmtime.net

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Kilmacolm Cubs have Cowboy Capers Cubs from the 42nd spent a weekend Way Out West at Everton with a Cowboy-themed camp.

We had a great visit from the Road Safety Officer and have our own set of traffic lights so we can practice safe crossing of roads at Duchal.

Around 30 Cubs, Leaders and parents spent the weekend at Everton taking

With Autumn well and truly here we have been discussing hibernation and baking chocolate hedgehogs as well as having lots of fun leaf painting. We introduced the younger children to French with a traditional breakfast of croissants and hot chocolate (a very messy morning!!) so they will be already to start French after the holidays. Meanwhile the older ones had a very entertaining game of French Twister!! We are looking forward to welcoming any new families who are looking for nursery places at our Open Morning on Sat 2nd Nov from 10am–12noon. Please come and look around our wonderful nursery at Birkmyre Park in Kilmacolm. See our fantastic facilities, meet current parents and staff and find out more about how Duchal provides excellent pre-school education in a fun environment. Limited places still available for current year.

Houston Primary School Madame Chevoir and Madame Dechant, guests from Lyon in France visited the school to see how the children learn. They were very impressed by the amount of French the nursery and school children knew and their knowledge of French culture. The Primary 5 Spanish club enjoyed an exciting end-of-term party. The club, run by Primary 7 teacher Ms Stefanatos, dressed up as Spanish dancers and footballers and tried various Spanish foods including paella. Every child who completed the Spanish club received a certificate of achievement. We come to an end of another highly successful book fair, which raised £1109. It offered several different genres of books and stationery such as bookmarks and fun pencil case items. There is also a weekly book club on a Thursday in the school in which pupils can reserve and save up for a book by gradually adding up money to their reservation card until they have enough money to buy the book. There is a book for everyone, whatever their taste. All the profits will be donated to the school library. Another successful end to another successful term. Report produced by Laura Workman, Rowan Johnson and Katie Harrison

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part in a range of fun activities like tin can alley with Nerf guns, pistols at dawn, lasso the horse, toss the horseshoe and even line dancing! They even had time to fit in a hike which doubled as an adventure to search for the mysterious Red Eye John who had dropped bags of loot on a trail round Everton. They never did find the outlaw! A great time was had by all and a big thank you goes to everybody who made the weekend possible.

Corseford School We have had a busy month and so much news to share, so we are picking some of the most memorable and exciting events. Before we closed for the summer break two of our students, Max Reid and Derek Buntain, won a competition to come up with two names for new accessible sailing boats at Lochwinnoch sailing club. Max choose “Sunny Speeder” and Derek’s choice for a name was “Freedom”. They were invited to the launch of these boats and Derek got to set sail round the loch in the “Freedom”, but that was not all: to their delight they were invited back to Castle Semple Sailing Club to meet Her Royal Highness Princess Anne.

The Secondary Class would like to thank everyone who helped make the MacMillan Cancer Coffee Morning a great success. They raised a wonderful £211.55. Hazel Murnin won the competition for guessing how many coffee beans where in the jar. All the students joined in a none uniform day and they thought it was a nice change not having to wear their uniform. The Secondary Class decided to support this wonderful and worthwhile cause as part of their enterprise programme. We are so pleased to announce that we have received our second Green Eco Flag. We are working very hard to maintain this achievement and looking forward the receiving our third Green Flag. We had a very busy day Eco tidy day on Tuesday the 8th of October with each class allocated tasks to do around the school. We would like to send out a massive thank you to Gary Barrett who is the manager of a Boys Club for raising £525. We will use this money to buy new equipment for our Robo Room. The After School Club received the cheque and enjoyed the young footballers visit. The Boys Club raised the money by running the 3k Paisley Fun Run.

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Greenock and District Scouts 33rd in clean up

Kilmacolm Scouts and Explorers had a successful camp at a location very close to home. South Newton, run by Girlguiding, is just a few miles outside the village but has never been used by the 42nd. The site was a great place for pitching tents, hiking and using the indoor climbing wall while the Troop’s new Patrol Leaders did a great job with managing their patrols. South Newton is close enough to Kilmacolm that the Troop hiked home, nosing about Duchal Castle (part of our group’s logo) and picking plenty of brambles on the way. Meanwhile the 42nd has become the latest in Greenock and District to form an Explorer Unit due to the number of young people coming of age in Scouts. The newly-named Birkmyre Explorer Scout Unit is made up from older Scouts who stayed in the Troop to help out as well as newly “promoted” Explorers who have just come up from the Troop. At the 42nd’s investiture night on Tuesday the first ever Explorers to be invested directly into Birkmyre took their promise on the flag with respected and experienced Leader Quentin Levack. A warm welcome to Jack Guthrie and Jamie Eatock and good luck to Birkmyre for the future.

The 33rd have recently been on clean up duty. First of all the Beavers stayed back for an hour after the District Beaver Day at Everton and cleaned the whole campsite from top to bottom filling several bin bags with litter. The next day a team of Cubs and Scouts hiked along The Cut and, in true Wombles style, collected all those “things that the everyday folks leave behind”. The group finished off the hike at Cornalees Visitor Centre with burgers and juice. All the young ones are working towards various environmental and community awards. Well done for a great clear up effort. 1st Gourock Fashion Show A fantastic night was had by more than 100 family and friends at 1st Gourock’s very own fashion show. The models were all very excited (and a little nervous) beforehand, and they ranged from the very young (1 year old Evie) to Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and even a number of Executive members. Each model walked the catwalk in both a casual and formal outfit, before the grand finale where outfits the youngsters had designed were paraded for all to see. Thanks go to M&Co (who kindly gave the use of their store and provided all the outfits), Marc for photographing the event, and passing on his advice to our amateur photographers, and Nicola for her modelling tips. And a very special mention to Fiona Smith, who arranged the whole event and managed to raise over £900 in the process. l

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Members of the 45th at Muirshiel Scouts from the 85th at Lochgoilhead

Members of the 85th on the water at Lochgoilhead

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Gryffe Hillwalking Club

Calderglen FC were established in 1950 and for the majority of those years have played out of the public park in Lochwinnoch.

We had a full summer programme, starting with a weekend trip to Skye, then a trip to the Italian Dolomites, numerous day trips involving either munros, corbetts or low level walking such as Rowardenan to Inversnaid or a section of the Ayr River Walk, we concluded with a weekend visit to Altguish south of Ullapool. We have

The club is proud of it’s roots in providing local boys with the opportunity to play football in the village and everyone is welcome. We also believe in the spirit of community and have over many years strived to support local causes and charities. Season 2013/14 has kicked off with a decent start with the club doing well in both the league and cup competitions and all at the club are hopeful for some silverwear at the end of the season. On Saturday 16th November, the club will run it’s annual race night in Lochbarr Services, Lochwinnoch with the first race under starters orders at 7.30pm. If you fancy a flutter or just want to support your local team then please join players, committee & friends. Tickets are £5 and can be obtained by contacting : Dumbreck@aol.com or at the door on the night.

now commenced our winter programme of bus outings the first being to the Ben Lawers. Thereafter we propose a weekend trip to Kinlochleven in November and a ‘Christmas’ outing, with a meal, to Arrochar. If you fancy joining us to try a walk over or among the hills our next club meeting is on Monday 11th November at 8pm, in The Fox & Hounds, Houston to finalise the outing to Kinlochleven on Saturday/Sunday 16/17thth November. Newcomers are welcome, whether experienced or not. Further details can be had from John Maclean 01505 326887 johnalexmaclean@hotmail.co.uk or from the club website: www.gryffehillwalkers.co.uk/

Kilmacolm Bowling Club Castle Semple Sailing Club Scottish & Borders Travellers: 5th/6th October

Three back-to-back races in quick succession left plenty of time to enjoy the beer provided by O’Neills of Paisley (certain standards having been set at the Nationals at Largs). Pat and Mike McVey from Windermere, in their first ever travellers event, suffered a broken tiller in the first race, but pulled it back to finish eighth overall. With five bullets to take the weekend you might think that Colin Midgley and Sally Ong had it all their own way, but fourth around the top mark in the first race was followed by plenty of pressure from various hopefuls. All races had very true start lines, so the race officer had to make life more interesting by laying a short line for the second race. The ceilidh and post-ceilidh party were too much for some, with pyjamas vying for attention amongst the wetsuits twenty minutes before the Sunday morning warning signal. It looked as if the dream team of the Vice President and President might not get to the line in time. Breaking news; the Vice President now has pink breakfast dishes to match her fleece, and washing up is obviously more important than getting to the five-minute gun. She still managed to finish second in the first race on Sunday, whereas the local boat Golden Ticket didn’t make the start line at all. Another good breeze gave a good day’s racing with very competitive racing throughout the fleet. Making use of the Association boat meant that Tom Kelly and Matthew Lanigan could take part. Their boat speed improved as the weekend went on. With no quarter given anywhere in the fleet, they came a creditable seventh. Very consistent results from Adam Vaughan and Phil Pethybridge gave

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Kilmacolm Bowling Club held their prizegiving on 5th October. The following are the main prizewinners: Gents Champion - Tom McLees, Ladies Champion - Violet Simpson, Presidents - W. Crawford, Presidents - Violet Simpson, Pairs - M. Docherty & P Byrne, Pairs - H. Arthur & N. Syme - Kiloran & T. McLees - Frances Whyte & V. Simpson - Todd Shield & M. Docherty - Ann Swainston & V. Simpson, 2 Bowl Pairs - V. Simpson & Kim Chandler, Novice - Senga White. them sixth overall, no doubt helped by their team of travelling supporters. Each race finished at the club house, so it was often a decision between going for a lift up the side of the loch, or going into the middle in the hope of more wind. Places were won and lost in trying to cover more than one boat in the final beat. A photo-finish in the last race, and only four points separating second, third and fourth at the end, meant that Angus Campbell and Gary Lewis just missed out on a podium place. However, three back-to-backs meant that for a change they had time for a civilised lunch and presentation before catching the ferry back to Arran. Congratulations to winners Colin and Sally, Ann Penny and Duncan Greenhalgh in second place and local boat Arthur Logan and Iain Hardy in third. A great end to the uber-friendly Scottish and Border series.

Colin Midgley with every reason to be happy. Photo by Patience Marshall.

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Renfrewshire Golf Union’s “A” team commenced its challenge to win the West of Scotland Inter Counties Championship for the twelfth time in a row at Cochrane Castle Golf Club. There, in perfect golfing conditions, they faced an Ayrshire team which was determined, as are the other counties, to put an end to Renfrewshire’s dominance.

The final result was 5.5 points to 2.5 points and team manager, David Macfarlane, was delighted with the team performance. He said that, with three home games in the schedule and most of the top players available, a twelfth championship was a realistic possibility. The next match is at Kilmacolm Golf Club against Glasgow. Full results: Gordon Stevenson - Whitecraigs Halved Match Ewan McKinnon - Corrie. Sam Binning - Ranfurly Castle won 3&2 Michael Smith - Troon. Ronnie Clark - Erskine won 5&3 John Haggerty - Loudoun. Chris Kelly - Bonnyton Halved Match Gary Bryden - Girvan. Lee Jenkins – Elderslie won 1 up Colin Gray - Irvine. David Dickson Eastwood lost 2&1 Malcolm Pennycott – Whiting Bay. Gary Price - Paisley Halved Match Barrie NcDowell - Caprington. Alan Kelly - Cochrane Castle won 9&8 John Rushbury – Rowallan Castle. l

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The eight man team was really never in trouble although four games went to the last hole. The first game out saw Whitecraig’s Gordon Stevenson taken all the way by Ewan McKinnon (Corrie) who came back in a great 32 to halve the match. Local player, Alan Kelly, made full use of course knowledge to beat Rowallan Castle’s John Rushbury 9 and 8 and the only Ayrshire win was a 2 and 1 victory for Whiting Bay’s Malcolm Pennycott over David Dickson (Eastwood).

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Renfrewshire Golf Union West Championship still on for Renfrewshire

Can Renfrewshire Golfers make it Twelve in a Row?

Kilmacolm Golf Club

Kilmacolm Ladies have had a very successful golfing season playing in many different competitions throughout the West of Scotland They won Division 1 of the West Renfrewshire Evening League. The Ladies only rejoined this League 3 years ago and have won through each Division year on year. A very creditable performance – Congratulations to Team Captain Rena Simpson and her team The Greenlees Team finished 3rd in Division 2 of the Greenlees League. The Ladies Bronze Team won 4 of their 6 league matches. All matches were keenly contested and thoroughly enjoyed. The diversity of the leagues gives every lady (our handicaps ranged from +3 to 33) the chance to participate and enjoy the thrill of match play.

The “A” team of Renfrewshire Golf Union hosted Lanarkshire at Bonnyton Golf Club. It was a crunch match with Lanarkshire having won all of its previous four matches and Renfrewshire, although undefeated, having a halved match against Stirlingshire. Only a win would allow Renfrewshire an opportunity to win the West of Scotland Championship for twelve years in a row. Matt Clark from Kilmacolm was first out and his opponent was Craig Ross from Kirkhill who was a semi finalist in this year’s Scottish Championship at Blairgowrie. Matt reinforced his reliability to cope with the big occasion with a solid 3and 1 victory. Gordon Stevenson (Whitecraigs), Ronnie Clark and Michael Daily (both Erskine) were never in trouble but the required additional win or half were certainly in doubt as the day progressed with Ranfurly Castle’s Sam Binning one down, David Dickson (Eastwood) three down, Andy Farmer (Kilmacolm) four down after eight holes. East Renfrewshire’s Craig Watson was one up at the turn in his battle with Kenny Gallagher (East Kilbride) and it looked as if the home team was totally reliant on Craig for the half or better. As it transpired, there were miraculous recoveries with Sam Binning winning one up and David Dickson recording a 2 and 1 win. Craig Watson was always in control and his 2 and 1 win meant an overall seven to one victory. Next weekend, the team travels to Dunbartonshire needing at least a halved match to have the engraver putting Renfrewshire on the cup for the twelfth time. Full results:- Matt Clark – Kilmacolm won 3&1 Craig Ross - Kirkhill; Gordon Stevenson - Whitecraigs won 1up Steven Rennie - Drumpellier; Ronnie Clark - Erskine won 3&1 Stewart Henderson - Hamilton; Michael Daily – Erskine won 1 up Colin Baird – Bothwell Castle; Sam Binning - Ranfurly Castle won 1 up Scott Douglas – Strathclyde Park; David Dickson Eastwood won 2&1 Jamie Lamb - Lanark; Andy Farmer – Kilmacolm lost 2&1 Ross Hinshelwood – East Kilbride; Craig Watson – East Renfrewshire won 2&1 Kenny Gallagher - East Kilbride. Picture is Matt Clark driving at 9

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Dates for the Diary:- A Shot in the Dark - Night Golf - Sat 2nd Nov; Men’s Annual Dinner & Prizegiving - Fri 14th Nov; Junior AGM & Prizegiving - Sun 17th Nov; Ladies AGM & Prizegiving - Tue 3rd Dec; Ladies Christmas Cracker - Tue 10th Dec; Boxing Day Shotgun - Thur 26th Dec; Hogmanay Dinner Dance - Tue 31st Dec; Hangover Stableford - Tue 2nd Jan

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QBE Rugby Pro Winner Bishopton Rfc Trains With Glasgow Warriors Glasgow Warriors players Stuart Hogg, Peter Horne, Mike Cusack and Andrew Redmayne were recently at Glasgow Warriors training ground to take a specialist training session after Bishopton RFC was announced as the winner of the inaugural 2013 QBE Rugby Pro competition in Scotland.

Royal Visit to Centre of Excellence Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park’s Castle Semple Centre, to view Scotland’s first ‘Sailability’ Centre of Excellence. She chatted to the sailors with special needs and watched demonstrations of hoisting into an Access 303 dinghy, a Challenger Trimaran, rafted canoes and adaptive equipment. As well as meeting the sailors there was time for Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal to meet invited guests from Rotary (funders of the hoist), the Park Authority, Scottish Natural Heritage and the Royal Yachting Association as well as Active Schools Managers and Regional Park staff. Park Chair Cllr Gilmour said “Her Royal Highness saw how sailing can make a real difference to people’s lives”. Her Royal Highness named two Access 303 class dinghies ‘Phoenix’ and ‘Tranquillity’. The names were suggested by Craigmarloch School, Port Glasgow and the Disability Resource Centre, Paisley following a competition. Charles Woodward, Park Manager said “Developing disability sailing has taken time and effort, David Hill and colleagues have been working on this for over three years. Staff from partner organisations are to be thanked for their contribution towards making recreation more accessible at Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park”. Susan Todd, PE Teacher, Hillside School, Cumnock said “I really love the sailing programme at Castle Semple. We get such strong reactions from even our non verbal pupils it really makes it all worthwhile. Our children get so much out of their sailing it certainly is the highlight of their week.” After the visit a letter was received from Buckingham Palace praising ‘Sailability’ at Castle Semple Centre and passing on “Congratulations to everyone involved in such a magnificent organisation.”

We need a Sponsor to meet our Goal! Don’t be fooled by the cute faces. These P2 boys are baby-faced assassins in front of goal. So much so, that our old goals are wrecked and we need proper, collapsible metal goals which will withstand the powerful shots of all our players and last for years. Can you help? Because sadly these goals – recommended at this age group - don’t come cheap. Our 12 Houston United 2007 date of birth kids would be ever so grateful. If you can make a financial contribution to cover most/all of the outlay, that’d be brilliant. Chat to Head Coach Graham Brown please on 07769 318284 if you think you can help our wee kids. Thank you!

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Members of Bishopton RFC under 12s to under 16s team trained with the Glasgow Warriors players and community coaches courtesy of QBE, the business insurance specialist. In addition to the training session Bishopton RFC will also receive £1,000 worth of training equipment. The prize was awarded to the club that best demonstrated the benefits of receiving expert guidance from Glasgow Warriors. The judges were particular impressed by Bishopton RFC’s community spirit and willingness to accommodate rugby for all ages providing a playing pathway from 3 to 63 years olds. The training session provided the Bishopton RFC under 12s to under 16s with the rare opportunity to learn from professionals and pick up specialist advice on core rugby skills and game play. Andrew Jackson, coach of Bishopton RFC’s under 12s said; “The training session taken by Glasgow Warriors players and coaches was a great success as our coaches and players got the opportunity to develop and learn a number of new skills. Hopefully this will greatly benefit the squad throughout the remainder of this, and future seasons. We are very grateful to QBE for this fantastic experience and the new training equipment.” QBE is committed to supporting the development of rugby at all levels. For more information on QBE’s rugby activity visit www.QBErugby.com.

Garnock Rugby Club

Garnock Rugby Club, based at Lochshore between Beith and Kilbirnie, are now recruiting players for their 1st and 2nd XV’s and also for the youth section, which covers ages 5 to 18. The 1st XV are currently unbeaten at the top of West division 2, while 2nd XV were promoted to reserve division 1 this year. Garnock’s roots date back to the 1890’s at Spiers School in Beith, its title became Garnock when old Spierians combined with Dalry HSFP. The club is an ideal place for ambitious players who wish to step up to senior rugby to learn and gain experience. In recent years, Ross Miller has gone on from Garnock to Captain Glasgow Hawks and played for Scotland at seven-a-side rugby. Ian McInroy has captained London Scottish and Ross McCann, having moved to Italy, is in their International squad. If there is sufficient response from this appear, we may be able to revive the 3rd XV! If your ambitious are not so high, Garnock is also able to provide social rugby and fun on and off the field, so why don’t you give rugby a try. There is a place at Lochshore for all ages from 5 to 55. Contact Dave Perry on 07825089410 or Billy Walker 01505 704625 www.garnock.com e: rugby@garnock.com

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Old Ranfurly Golf Course We refurbished our lounge and introduced some fabulous wines for our members to enjoy in comfortable surroundings. We have gained many new members and I have enjoyed meeting new faces both on and off the course. We have five Clubgolf trained coaches who have enjoyed introducing the game of golf to many enthusiastic new golfers. Our coaching sessions are friendly and fun, open to all, and more will be run next year so keep an eye on our website: www. oldranfurly.com for more details. Old Ranfurly were the winners of the Junior Newton Shield this year, the first time since 1999. Our gent’s senior’s team won their league for the fifth year in a row and we retained the prestigious Muirhead Trophy for the third year in a row. I should also like to congratulate Gent’s Champion Stewart Watt, Ladies Champion Ann McKenzie and Junior Champion Conor Toal. Our club is sociable, competitive and, due to the great condition of the course, open all year round. I urge you to consider joining us for the 201415 season - come and share in our success.

Lee Takes 5 Titles Sixteen year old Lee Wishart from Houston not only claimed his own age group events at Strathgryffe Tennis, Squash & Fitness Club’s annual Tennis Club Championships but also won a hat trick of Senior Events. Lee had a very close battle with Cameron Mackie in the first set of the Gents Singles 7-6 then went on to win the second set 6-2. In the Gents Doubles partnered with Glen Smyth, he beat Cameron Mackie & Greig Fraser 6-0, 6-4. The final event of the afternoon, the Mixed Doubles, resulted in a three set tussle but Lee and his partner Katherine McPhie beat Cameron Mackie & Sophie Dunlop 2-6, 6-1 6-4. 14 year old Anna Daisley from Greenock had an equally successful day taking two junior and two senior titles. She won the Girls 18 & under Girls Singles defeating Katherine McPhie 6-2, 6-3 then partnered with Katherine won the Girls Doubles, beating Holly Docherty & Molly Goulding 6-0, 6-0. In the Senior Events Anna beat Sophie Dunlop 6-3, 6-4 and also won the Ladies Doubles again with Katherine 6-4, 6-1 against Sophie Dunlop & Caitlin Inglis. Strathgryffe has a very active winter programme for tennis, squash & fitness. For more information please contact reception on 01505 615100.

HUFC & Beangrinder - a Perfect Blend! Houston United’s 2000 date of birth team would like to pass on considerable thanks to its new training top sponsor, The Beangrinder Coffee Company, run by Joe & Linda Faiz of Houston. These warm tops will now make the players more comfortable at their outdoor training sessions, especially in the colder, darker weeks ahead. Maybe you’ve already sampled Beangrinder’s excellent Fairtrade coffee which is served in the inviting cafes at On-X, Eastwood Park, Paisley Lagoon & Paisley Arts Centre? If not, it’s well worth a shot. Then you might even want to Like them on Facebook. Despite Beangrinder’s generosity, we still require another sponsor. If any business out there is interested in sponsoring all or most of the muchneeded matchday bags for this table-topping team, please contact John on 07501 027136.

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Birkmyre RFC

Birkmyre’s league campaign started with the team facing up against well-known opposition in Cumnock RFC at home in Kilmacolm. After going up and down the leagues with Cumnock for the third year in a row, the game was set to be a tough challenge from the off. Cumnock scored early doors in the game, but Birkmyre came back into the game with a try of their own. Sadly Birkmyre lost the game but promising play and ambition was clear to see. The following week brought Lanark RFC to Kilmacolm. The game kicked off in some lovely autumnal sunshine. The game was a close contest from the start with Lanark going into the half time break with a eleven points to ten lead over the home team. The second half was a different story with the Bears showing their skill scoring another sixteen points with Lanark only able to score three. A great win for Birkmyre. The next weekend took Birkmyre on the arduous commute to the Isle of Mull. The journey proved too much for the players and they lost their first away game to a strong Mull side, although the game could have went either way and Birkmyre had a lot of positives to take away from the island. The Bears most recent league game was on the picturesque Isle of Arran, a place that has been a happy hunting ground for ‘Myre in recent years with a great result in the cup on the Island last year. Birkmyre’s great form on Arran continued with another fine win against a fantastic Arran side showing yet again what the Bears are capable of in this league. Birkmyre continue to train on both Tuesday and Thursday from 7.30pm. For additional information contact the team manager, Donald Hall on 07799154597.

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Baby Equipment Britax Baby Safe Car Seat black x 2, height adjustable, suitable from birth until appr. 2 yrs old, 5 point safety harness works with 3-point seat belt, Britax Babysafe Belted Base or Britax Babysafe Isofix Base. Excellent condition. £40 each, or £75 for both. Tel: 01505 874870. Tomy Classic Baby Monitor analogue x 2. As good as new. £15 each or £25 for both. Tel: 01505 874870. Vtech first step baby walker, good condition £10. Tel: 01505 874870. Mamas and Papas Twin Aria double buggy dark brown incl. PVC twin rain cover, two foot muffs and matching baby changing bag. Suitable from birth. Sell for £50. Tel: 01505 874870. Travel cot for sale, very good condition from smoke and pet free home. £15. Tel: 07540 596415. Mothercare table clip on feeding chair, good condition from smoke and pet free home. £8. Tel: 07540 596415. Advent baby Steriliser, very good condition from smoke and pet free home. £6. Tel: 07540 596415. Bebecar Vector Duo Twin Tandem Pram in black. Suitable from newborn. £195. Tel 01505 613768. 5 Baby Sleeping Bags - 1x 6-12 months, 1x 6-18 months, 3x 18-36 months. 2 are pink, 3 assorted colours. £5 each or take all 5 for £20. Tel: 01505 690180. Baby Bjorn Carrier ‘Active’, Black/ Red. Excellent condition, inc. box. Cost £65 new, accept £30. Tel: 01505 690180. Rain cover for single buggy, new never used. Free to good home. Tel: 01505 874870. Nappy bin Angelcare, VGC, as new. Free to good home. Tel 01505 874870. Mama and Papa’s oak crib with mattress. Static of swinging. As new. Non-smoking house. £35. Tel: 012505 329075. Cot bed complete with mattress. As new. At grandparents house. £60. Tel: 01505 329075. High Chair. VGC £10 Tel: 01505 329075. Mamas and papas oak nursery furniture package. Like new. Consists of cot bed, changing unit, wardrobe and crib. Mattresses included. Cost £1200. Will sell for £425. Tel: 01505 610341. Mamas & papas cot bed and mattress. VGC. Was used as a spare at grandparents house. Non smoking house. £50. Tel: 01505 329075.

Ikea expanding toddler bed. Suitable for Up to age 12. £15. Tel: 07828 267073. Buggy Snuggle girls universal footmuff. Cosy purple and bright pink footmuff with large pop pom trim. Exc cond. From pet and smoke free home. £25. Tel: 07772 173910. Chicco happy snack high chair very good condition £15. Tel: 07850 530326. Mamas and pappas jet pulse buggy VGC with hood rain cover and foot muff. £60.Tel: 07850 530326. Britax adventure car seat group 2-3 Exc cond. £15. Tel: 07850 530326. Travel cot for sale, very good condition from smoke and pet free home. £15. Tel: 07540 596415. Mothercare table clip on feeding chair, good condition from smoke and pet free home. £8 Tel: 07540 596415. Advent baby steriliser, very good condition from smoke and pet free home. £6. Tel: 07540 596415. Wooden folding high chair. £15. Adjustable stairgate. £15. Adjustable nursery fireguard. £20. All 3 for £40. All in good condition. Tel: 01505 342978. 2 Childs booster seats. £5 each. Tel 01505 872813. Clothes & Shoes Girls Academy blazer. Suits 6th year student. Unused. £40. Tel: 07975 510938. Gents Retro Chelsea Boots Classic French made by Fenestrier size 9 excellent condition. Tel: 07975 510938. Beautiful ‘a la mode’ as new (M&S with labels). Tel: 07975 510938. Young ladies size 6 Extra Long pirate style fitted military jacket in beautiful quality moleskin. RAF colour. £40ono. Tel: 07975 510938. Faux fur mink coat, size 14/16. £100ono. Tel: 01505 506385. Poncho, pale blue + cinnamon, never warn. £25ono. Tel: 01505 506385. Boys Black Converse Boots, size 13.5. Hardly worn £12. Tel: 01505 706855. Boys Black Bench winter jacket Age 7-8 £10. Tel: 01505 706855. Girl’s black tap shoes, size 11 and size 1. VGC. £5 each. Tel: 01505 706668. Royal Blue Converse All Star UK size 13, would suit boy or girl. VGC, from pet and smoke free home. £10.Tel: 01505 706668. Monsoon stunning 2-3 yrs Bridesmaid/ Flower Girl Dress & Faux fur hooded poncho (2012). Gorgeous outfit, worn once. Both Ivory/Cream. Immaculate condition. From pet and smoke free home £100 new, selling for £60. Tel 07772 173910.

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Ladies tan leather jacket from next never worn £60 was £190 size 12. Tel: 07850 530326. Hollister Navy girls jacket with hood - never worn. Medium. £10. Tel: 01505 690486. Boden Snowsuit, 18-24 months. Girls cosy, hooded waterproof snowsuit. Fully lined with finger covers and detachable feet. Turquoise with pink, white and brown retro flower pattern. Excellent condition. From pet and smoke free home. £25. Tel 07772 173910. Powell Craft 2-3 years girls swing style coat. Soft blue cord with contrast fabric; buttons, collar, and appliqué leaves and bird. Body fully lined. Only worn a few times, excellent condition. From pet and smoke free home. £25. Tel 07772 173910. Ski jacket - Trespass, dusky pink with hood, suit age 1011. Lovely conbdition £10 Tel: 01505 872442 Household & Garden Feather & Black King size ( 1 5 7 x 2 11 c m ) ‘ R i l e y ’ b e d frame, matt warm white colour, wooden sprung slatted base, powder coated steel and aluminium. VGC, £50ono, could deliver locally. Tel: 07932 641733 Quarriers Village. Two leather top traditional large solid wood desks with drawers. In VGC. £100 each. Tel: 07788 915602. Fire Surround (Queensland Maple). Excellent condition. £50. Tel: 01505 704959 Candelabra (3 heads) plus 2 matching candlesticks (as seen on “Downton”). £50ono. Tel: 01505 506385. Greenwood of London - 2 boudoir chairs (covered Liberty Lanthe) as new. £199 each. Tel: 01505 506385. Beautiful tapestry curtain, fully lined, never used. £75ono Tel: 01505 506385. 4 x Laura Ashley raspberry silk cushions, never used. 1/2 price. £18 each. Tel: 01505 506385. 90” drop curtains, double width, fully lines (never used) bespoke with loop tops. £199ono. Tel: 01505 506385. Various bales Liberty material (cotton) £40 per metre. Tel: 01505 506385. Antique 2 setter bed settee (French) old rose pattern perfect condition. £150ono. Tel: 01505 506385. Large loose covered, yellow, 3 piece suite, newly cleaned, perfect condition. Offers, cost £3000new). Tel: 01505 506385. Very comfortable chair bed with padded cream coloured cover. Very good condition. Buyer to uplift. £60. 01505 874279. High quality, M&S dark brown leather armchair in excellent condition. £75 - must be seen. Tel 01505 347289 or 07825 119725. Dark Brown M&S 2 seater leather sofa. Perfect condition, must be seen. £195. Tel: 01505 347289 or 07825 119725. Greaves & Thomas dining room table. Oval opening to round. £25 ono. Tel: 01505 690610. Two traditional large solid wood desks for sale £100 each. Tel: 07788 915602. Solid birch wood table - Ikea Norden. Exc cond. Approx 29” wide x 53” long x 31” high. £40. Tel: 01505 610452. Wooden standard lamp. Good cond. £25. Tel: 01505 228119. Large beech coloured IKEA desk. 75 x 75 x 140mm. As new. £40 Tel 07757 266827. Morphy Richards Smoothie maker and M&S recipe book (Never used) £10. Tel: 07729892193

Super King size bed (6’ wide) slatted base. Beautiful brushed silver metal head & foot frame. Exc cond. £300. Tel: 01505 610452. Gilt over-mantel mirror. Approximate size 69 x 89 cms. £50. Tel: 01505 228119. Beige sofa bed. VGC. £ 60. Tel: 07970 683678. 2 pairs good quality lined curtains; Beige/Gold ‘marble’ pattern; VGC; NSH; Each Pair; 204cm Wide x 220cm Long; suit lounge/dining room). Cost £250; Quick Sale £45 each or both £80. Tel: 07985 269619. Gate-leg table, coffee table size. £10. Tel: 07729 892193, Leaf Blower/Vac. McCulloch 320. Good working order. £70 (£140 new). Tel: 01505 613356. Pets Dog carriers - suitable for yorkies. £7.50. Tel: 07729892193 Sports Kids Raleigh Army bike suitable for age 3 - 6. Excellent condition. Sell for £20. Tel: 01505 690658. Treadmill - Roger Black. Almost new. Motorised. £180. Tel: 01505 702023. Exercise mat - Davina Air-Flow with carry-handle. Almost new £5 Tel: 01505 872442 6ft blue pool table with extras. In excellent condition (apart from a very small tear on the cushion.) Comes with 6 cues, cue holder wall mount, chalk, balls, triangle, and pool table brush. Viewings welcomed. £200 ono. Tel: 07813 386779 Hockey sticks x 2 plus hockey bag. Good condition. £10. Tel: 01505 874838 after 4 pm. Football/Rugby Boots. Black Size 10. Excellent condition. £10. Tel: 01505 874838 after 4pm. Astro Turf Boots. White Size 6. Good condition. £10 ono. Tel: 01505 874838 after 4 pm. Trax bicycle, suit adult or teenager. Excellent condition, only used twice. Can keep until Christmas. £60 ono. Tel: 07710 437594. Raleigh Camero Girls Bike, suit age approx. 8yrs to 12 years. Used, but Good condition. £35. Tel 0752 3317093. Raleigh Pioneer Ladies Bike, needs 2 new tyres. Good Condition £30. Tel:07523 317093. Treadmill - 22” wide by 43” long. Folds flat for easy storage. Excellent condition. Free to good home. Tel: 01505 610452. Lawn bowls, Henselite Classic II (Heavy) Size 3, colour royal blue. Series ‘C’ grip. Date stamp WB15. Motif 3 bells. VGC. Price £40. Tel: 01505 614492. Black trainers, size 6 ‘Shape-ups’ (worn one in house) £10. Tel: 07729 892193. M&S beaded ‘step Tone’ flip flops, size 6 (never worn) £10. Tel: 07729 892193. Ladies Clarks Chestnut brown long leather boots. Never worn. Cost £120, sell £50 ono. Tel: 01505 614943. Bridesmaid dress, size 14. Hilary Morgan, Mystique. Dusky pink, short, strapless, ribbon & beading on bodice/round hem. Perf cond. £50.Tel: 01505 614943. Toys/Games/DVD Selection of Vtech toys, very good condition from smoke and pet free home. £5 each. Tel: 07540 596415. Mamas & Papas infant rocking Hippo - good as new £20. Tel: 01505 690658. Mamas & Papas rocking horse (suitable 3 yrs+) good as new. Cost £150 sell £30. Tel: 01505 690658. Box set of 10 Jeremy Strong children’s books, never read £10. Tel: 01505 706855.

Boys Red Raleigh Scooter with 12” wheels in good condition £35. Tel: 01505 706855. 6ft x 3ft pool and snooker table. Folding legs. 1 small & 2 standard cues, including set of pool and snookers balls. £45. Tel: 01505 690406. Bush pale lilac portable CD player with radio cassette recorder plus remote control. Very good condition. £15. From smoke and pet free home. Tel: 01505 706668. Littlest Pet Shop Tail Waggin Fitness Club plus 25 Littlest Pets, accessories and mini Littlest Pet Shop set. All in very good condition. From smoke and pet free home. £15. Tel: 01505 706668. Nintendo DS games, various titles, all in very good condition. All with case and instructions. Used but in very good condition. Prices range from £3-£7. From smoke and pet free home. Please call for details. Tel: 01505 706668. Mini Ninjas game for DS 7+ £5. Tel: 01505 706855. 2 X Boys Jigsaws 250 & 300 pieces £5. Tel: 01505 706855. 6 Ty Spongebob Squarepants soft toys & cushion £10. Tel: 01505 706855. Box of magnext £10. Tel: 01505 706855. Lego Lava Dragon game 7+ £5. Tel: 01505 706855. Lego Magma Monster game 7+ £5. Tel: 01505 706855. Remote Control Tarantula £10. Tel: 01505 706855. Open Season game for DS 3+ £5. Tel: 01505 706855. Rayman game for DS 3+ £5. Tel: 01505 706855. 7 Zibits with lightening ball arena and power lab playset £30. Tel: 01505 706855. Lego Hero Factory 7 X Small, 2 X Medium, 3 X Large £40. Tel: 01505 706855. Mini Ninjas Game For Xbox360 Still In Wrapper £5. Tel: 01505 706855. G Force Game For Xbox360 Still In Wrapper £5. Tel: 01505 706855. De Blob Game For Wii £5. Tel: 01505 706855. Rainbow Fairy Books. Various sets available, all in very good condition, please call for details. £10 per set of 7 books. Tel: 01505 706668. Rainbow Fairy Christmas set - 4 Christmas themed books with 3 stories in each book. Also Rainbow Fairy Easter Book - Emma the Easter Fairy, 3 stories in book. £10 for all 5. Tel: 01505 706668. ELC dolls house for sale. Beautiful three story house with lift. 117cm x 86cm x 33cm. All furniture included. Good condition. Please call 01505 612500 or 07810 007432. Rocking Hippo, good condition £15. Tel: 01505 874870. Bricks trolley, very good condition £10. Tel: 01505 874870. Music toys from ELC and Fisher price, good condition £10 for both. Tel: 01505 874870. Other Items 12V rechargeable cordless drill in original packaging £15. Tel: 0752 331 7093. Philips DVD. Model No DVP5960/05. Good condition £10. Tel: 0752 331 7093. LG VCR (video recorder), Model No LV880, Serv No GC985NP1. Good condition. £15. Tel: 0752 331 7093. Technics Compact Disc Player, Model SL PG490, Ser No VTOFB37534. Good condition £25. Tel: 0752 331 7093. Piano BS Squire small upright piano. Dark wood. Woodwork not in the best condition but nice tone. £25. Tel: 07828 267073

JVC Stereo integrated amplifier plus 2 Wharfedale speakers. Good condition £30. Tel:0752 331 7093. Porcelain figures ‘Santa’s Visit’ still in box, suitable for mantle, window ledge, under tree. £25. Tel: 07729 892193. The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley & Bob Dylan LP’s. Email for information: vinylsound35@ yahoo.com or Tel: 0141 944 2174. Goodmans Dual 7” screen portable DVD player in box with charger & carry bag. £20. Excellent for car. Tel: 01505 690486. Violin with case & bow 3/4 size. VGC. £50. Tel: 07791 688240 email: bensloch@hotmail. com Pink portable DVD player with charger. Excellent condition. £10. Tel: 01505 690486. Winter Tyres. Set of 4 Bridgestone winter tyres, 185/65R15. Exc cond, used one winter only. £50 ono. Tel: 01505 872615. 3/4 Cello, perfect condition with hardcase/softcase. £80ono. Tel: 01505 614363. Challen upright piano, mahogany. £495ono. Tel: 01505 346376. 8ft diam trampoline with safety net ready for assembly, excellent condition although small tear in fabric but of no real consequence, £30 ono Tel 01505 345524 / 07885 652504. Saxophone, as new, unwanted gift, and no musical talent, excellent condition, barely used, neck band, soft interior hard case etc, £200 ono tel 01505 345524 / 07885 652504. Yamaha trombone yellow brass. Suit beginner. VGC. £250. Tel: 07757 266827. 3 guitars for sale (1 metal strings; 1 nylon strings & 1 mixed strings). Suit beginners. £30 each. Tel: 07757 266827. Stentor beginner ’s viola for sale. As new £55. Tel: 07757 266827. Outside lights: ‘Icicle style’ still in box, 2 sets. £10 each. ‘Rope style’ colour red. 3mtr, 3 sets. £10 each. Tel: 07729 892193. 4 p/set weatherproof Xmas lights in box. £10. Tel: 07729 892193. 21” bell/2 settings (20 mtr length cable) £20. Tel: 07729 892193. 28” ‘Halo’ angle fibre optic (free standing) £25.Tel: 07729 892193. Santa Plaque Light up (still in box) £10. Tel: 07729 892193. Decorated garlands 5ft length £ 7 . 5 0 e a c h . Te l : 0 7 7 2 9 892193. Star stick lights (for in ground) 2 sets. £10 each. Tel: 07729 892193. Box of ornaments & other items suitable for car boot sale. £15. Tel: 07729 892193. Singer sewing machine, only used a few times. Model #6412 with instructions. £60. Tel: 07729 892193. Box of ‘Coats Threads’ rainbow of colours (suitable for alteration business) £10. Tel: 07729 892193. Box of ‘Embroidery Threads’. All colours, very good value. £15. Tel: 07729 892193. Jamie Oliver ‘30 minute meals’. Never used. £7.50. Tel: 07729 892193. 3 Piece luggage set, VGC. £40. Tel: 07729 892193. Wooden Jewellery box (still in box) £15. Tel: 07729 892193. Pocket watches ,chrome. working ,60 years old , £30 each. Tel: 07517 065917. Jones Sewing machine. Good working order. Book incl. Decorative Stitching. Own carrying case. £25.Tel 01505 872813.

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Property, Sales & Let

Affluent Financial Planning . . 22 Cheetham & Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Fergusons CA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Fiona Christie Accounting Serv . . 20 Stewart Independent Financial . . 1

CleanDryCarpets . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Come Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 DS Cleaning (Windows) . . . . . . 4 Gryffe Roofing Services . . . . 15 Gutter Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 15 MattVac Carpet & Upholstery Cl . . Bk Nutech Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Old Mill Chimneys . . . . . . . . . 22 Omni Housekeeping . . . . . . . . . 4

First Domestics . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Gibb Stuart Ironmongers . . . . 17 MS All Trades Limited . . . . . . 4

Cochran Dickie Estate Agents . . 23 Corum Property. . . . . . . . . . 33,34,35 Dallas McMillan Solicitors . . 22 Kingsley Wood & Co Solicitors . . 1,23 Lind Letting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Coffee Shops

Home Interiors

Architectural Services Architectural Drawings . . . . . 28 BOW Design Architect . . . . . . . 41 Casa Homes & Gardens Architect . . 7 Grid Design Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Art, Gifts & Flowers Crafts of Calder Gallery . . . 28 Paisley Artists Annual Exhibit . . 14 Twisted Willow Florist . . . . . 15

Auctioneers & Valuers Collins and Paterson Auctionee . . 23

Automotive Services

Bernie’s Cafe Deli . . . . . . . . . 43

Bell Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Brookfield Alarms . . . . . . . . . 47

Joiners

Roofing

CLH Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 DJY Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Howe Joinery & Building Serv . . 13,2 James Kerr Joiner . . . . . . . . . 4 JDPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 M Addison Joiners & Builders . . 3 McGowan Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . 24 RPH Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Saltire Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . 39 SMG Roofing & Building Contrac . . 46 SW Scott - Joiners & Builders . . 43 Taylor Made Joinery . . . . . . . . 46 TD Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Woodburn & Beattie Joiners . . 54

Bridge of Weir Roofing . . . . . 6 Bryan Slaven Slater & Plaster . . 5 Gryffe Roofing Services . . . . 15 I & J Building & Roofing Serv . . 2 Kilellan Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 2 MBS Roofing & Building Contrac . . 5 RM Contractors . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 RPH Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SMG Roofing & Building Contrac . . 46 SW Scott - Joiners & Builders . . 43 Thomas McMaster & Son Ltd . . 55

Education

Burndale Workshop . . . . . . . . . 9

St Columba’s School . . . . . . . . 57,8

Blacksmith & Metalwork

Electricians

McLaughlan Metal Fabrication . . 41 The Iron House . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Bell Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Delta Electrical Services . . 25 GasMan Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 JDPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Lamont Electricians . . . . . . . . 3 MAS Electrical & Security . . 2

Charity Quarriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Childcare Woodlands Nursery . . . . . . . . . 55

A&G Driveways . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk

Driving Instructors

Fencing Boundaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 McLaughlan Metal Fabrication . . 41

Firewood & Logs W B Smith & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Framing Crafts of Calder Gallery . . . 28

Funeral Services Beaton Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . 19 John Roach Funeral Directors . . 13

Garage Doors & Gates Powerdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk

Garden Service & Design 3D Garden Design . . . . . . . . . . 48 A Peebles Landscape Contractor . . 50 Apple Tree Garden Design . . . 51 Casa Homes & Gardens Architect . . 7 Craig Kennedy Gardening . . . . 48 David Kennedy Decorator . . . . 47 DMG Garden Services . . . . . . . . 49 Garden Services . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Glenmoss Landscapes . . . . . . . . 49 I & J Building & Roofing Serv . . 2 MJ Lawnmowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 R Williams Tree Surgeon & Grou . . 48 W B Smith & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 49 West of Scotland Landscape . . 48

Gas & Heating Services A&J Plumbing Heating & Gas . . 46 C Hunter Plumbing Heating Gas . . 23 GasMan Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 I D Plumbing & Heating . . . . . 40 John McKay Gas & Heating Eng . . 46 Mackie Plumbing & Heating . . 4 Phoenix Gas Services . . . . . . . 1

Glazier

Wanted Items Old records Wanted 45`s & LP`s CASH Paid. Tel: 07710 777571. Cash paid for Music CDs ( a few or a lot ). Tel: 0141 882 5594 or 07765 115347. Yamaha DT 175 MX & DT 125 MX. Yamaha RD 250, 350 & 500 - running or not. Cash waiting. Free collection. Tel: 07951 227767. Cash paid for Copy of book Castles and mansions of Renfrewshire and Buteshire by AH Millar. Tel: 01505 331094. Black dining table, rectangular shape preferred but not essential. Seller to delivery - Beith area. Tel: 01505 506385 G Plan teak coffee table (set 3) or similar teak G Plan small tables. Tel: 01505 690610. Higher Physics tutor, Tel: 01505 872785.

Retail

Home Security

Bedrooms

Gadds Gourmet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Karen Rankin Catering . . . . . . 14

The Weir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Council Events . . . . . . . . . . . . 26,26

Affordable Luxuries . . . . . . . 7 Bathroom Solutions by MPH . . 11 G Woods Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . 6

Catering

Restaurant & Bars

Council Notices

Alistair Stewart - Driving Ins . . 24 Crosslee Driver Training . . . 5 Paul Ferguson - Confidence . . 7 Top Kat Driving . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Confident Care Ltd . . . . . . . . . 12 Kerr Home Care . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

@ease Removals & Transport . . 56 The Right Move . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Alexander Barr Coal Merchant . . 12 Bet TG3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61,61 Gibb Stuart Ironmongers . . . . 17 Now & Then . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Scottish Reflections . . . . . . . 41 The Furniture Barn . . . . . . . . . 3 The Quirky Florist . . . . . . . . . 45

Bathrooms

Care Services & Homes

Removals

ColCom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Computer Repairs . . . . . . . . . . 1 Laptop and PC Repairs . . . . . . 23

Computer, IT & Web

Driveways

A O’Hare - Building Services . . 5 BOW Stone Works . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Bridge of Weir Roofing . . . . . 6 DLN Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 F & B Building Services . . . . 5 Frontline Building Maintenance . . 22 I & J Building & Roofing Serv . . 2 James Kerr Joiner . . . . . . . . . 4 Kilellan Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 2 M Addison Joiners & Builders . . 3 MBS Roofing & Building Contrac . . 5 MF Building Services . . . . . . . 43 RPH Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SMG Roofing & Building Contrac . . 46 Solar Panel Security . . . . . . . 12 SW Scott - Joiners & Builders . . 43 Taylor Made Joinery . . . . . . . . 46 Thomas McMaster & Son Ltd . . 55

Casa Homes & Gardens Architect . . 7 Conservatory Conversions . . . Bk Howe Joinery & Building Serv . . 13,2 MF Building Services . . . . . . . 43 Orchard Flooring . . . . . . . . . . 21 Baytree Interiors . . . . . . . . . 5 Burndale Workshop . . . . . . . . . 9 Classique Window Blinds . . . . 9 Old Mill Chimneys . . . . . . . . . 22 The Furniture Barn . . . . . . . . . 3

Chips Away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Collins Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Gryffe Garage Motor Engineers . . 40

Building Services

Home Improvements

1on1 Double Glazing . . . . . . . . 1,3 JayBee Double Glazing Repairs . . 46 TD Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Hairdressers & Barbers Arlene Mitchell Hair & Beauty . . 25 Ashes Hair & Beauty . . . . . . . . 24 Nix Hairdressing . . . . . . . . . . 27

Health, Beauty & Fitness Arlene Mitchell Hair & Beauty . . 25 Ashes Hair & Beauty . . . . . . . . 24 Beautique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Beginners Yoga - Sara Marijuan . . 63 Decorus Beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Ferringtons Hypnotherapy . . . 32 Kilbarchan Chiropodists . . . . 45 Kilbarchan Dental Practice . . 30 LaserLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Leigh’s Beauty Room . . . . . . . . 25 NLP Positive Changes . . . . . . . 56 QT Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 The Osteopaths . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

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Kilt & Dress Hire Henderson’s Kilts . . . . . . . . . 10

Kitchens Affordable Luxuries . . . . . . . 7 Burndale Workshop . . . . . . . . . 9 G Woods Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . 6 Howe Joinery & Building Serv . . 13,2 Taylor Made Joinery . . . . . . . . 46

Leisure & Recreation Old Course Ranfurly Golf Club . . 63

Locksmiths Arco Locksmith . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Elliott Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Houston Locksmiths . . . . . . . . . 3

Painters & Decorators A Gallagher Painter&Decorator . . 54 Clyde Coast Décor . . . . . . . . . 13 Frontline Building Maintenance . . 22 Gary Forbes Painter Decorator . . 24 James Martin - Painter & Decor . . 3 John A Kilburn . . . . . . . . . . . 43 John H Barney . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 John Morgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 M&E Painters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Ranfurly Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Pest Control RED Pest Control . . . . . . . . . . 8

Pet Services & Training Auntie Jacquie’s Dog Grooming . . 53 DogRunner Service . . . . . . . . . 53 Pee Poop n Play . . . . . . . . . . . 53 PetVets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Smart Dog Grooming . . . . . . . . . 53 Suzanne’s Grooming Pad . . . . . 53 Take the Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Photographers

Social Care Quarriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Solicitors Dallas McMillan Solicitors . . 22 Kingsley Wood & Co Solicitors . . 1,23

Special Occasions ABC Taxis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk

Taxis & Minicoach hire ABC Taxis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk Johnstone TOA Taxi Co . . . . . . 13

Tiling Gordon James Ceramic Tiler . . 5 Scott Russell . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Stickytiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Travel Agents Arlene Donald . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk Travel a la Carte . . . . . . . . . 3

Tree Surgeon Branch Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Glenmoss Landscapes . . . . . . . . 49 LJX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Purple Tree Care . . . . . . . . . . 48 W B Smith & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 49

TV & Satellite Derek McBride Aerials . . . . . . 14 Kieran Turner Aerial&Satellite . . 3

Upholstery Services P Thomson Upholstery . . . . . . . 28

Window Cleaners DS Cleaning (Windows) . . . . . . 4 Gryffe Roofing Services . . . . 15 Matthews Cleaning Services . . 5

Windows, Consv & Repair 1on1 Double Glazing . . . . . . . . 1,3 Conservatory Conversions . . . Bk JayBee Double Glazing Repairs . . 46 TD Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

C&S Image Studio . . . . . . . . . . 31 Passports To Go . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Plasterers Bryan Slaven Slater & Plaster . . 5 Charlie Orr Plasterer . . . . . . 25 Frontline Building Maintenance . . 22 James Kerr Joiner . . . . . . . . . 4 Kilellan Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 2

Plumbers A&J Plumbing Heating & Gas . . 46 C Hunter Plumbing Heating Gas . . 23 G Woods Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . 6 GasMan Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 I D Plumbing & Heating . . . . . 40 JDPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Mackie Plumbing & Heating . . 4 Shower Expert . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Property Management DLN Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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@ease Removals & Transport . . 56 1on1 Double Glazing . . . . . . . . 1,3 3D Garden Design . . . . . . . . . . 48 A Gallagher Painter&Decorator . . 54 A O’Hare - Building Services . . 5 A Peebles Landscape Contractor . . 50 A&G Driveways . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk A&J Plumbing Heating & Gas . . 46 ABC Taxis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk Affluent Financial Planning . . 22 Affordable Luxuries . . . . . . . 7 Alexander Barr Coal Merchant . . 12 Alistair Stewart - Driving Ins . . 24 Apple Tree Garden Design . . . 51 Architectural Drawings . . . . . 28 Arco Locksmith . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Arlene Donald . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk Arlene Mitchell Hair & Beauty . . 25 Ashes Hair & Beauty . . . . . . . . 24 Auntie Jacquie’s Dog Grooming . . 53 Bathroom Solutions by MPH . . 11 Baytree Interiors . . . . . . . . . 5 Beaton Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Beautique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Beginners Yoga - Sara Marijuan . . 63 Bell Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Bernie’s Cafe Deli . . . . . . . . . 43 Bet TG3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Boundaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 BOW Design Architect . . . . . . . 41 BOW Stone Works . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Branch Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Bridge of Weir Roofing . . . . . 6 Brookfield Alarms . . . . . . . . . 47 Bryan Slaven Slater & Plaster . . 5 Burndale Workshop . . . . . . . . . 9 C Hunter Plumbing Heating Gas . . 23 C&S Image Studio . . . . . . . . . . 31 Casa Homes & Gardens Architect . . 7 Charlie Orr Plasterer . . . . . . 25 Cheetham & Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Chips Away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Classique Window Blinds . . . . 9 CleanDryCarpets . . . . . . . . . . . 47 CLH Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Clyde Coast Décor . . . . . . . . . 13 Cochran Dickie Estate Agents . . 23 ColCom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Collins and Paterson Auctionee . . 23 Collins Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Come Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Computer Repairs . . . . . . . . . . 1 Confident Care Ltd . . . . . . . . . 12 Conservatory Conversions . . . Bk Corum Property . . . . . . . . 33,34,35 Council Events . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Crafts of Calder Gallery . . . 28 Craig Kennedy Gardening . . . . 48 Crosslee Driver Training . . . 5 Dallas McMillan Solicitors . . 22 David Kennedy Decorator . . . . 47 Decorus Beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Delta Electrical Services . . 25 Derek McBride Aerials . . . . . . 14 DJY Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 DLN Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 DMG Garden Services . . . . . . . . 49 DogRunner Service . . . . . . . . . 53 DS Cleaning (Windows) . . . . . . 4 Elliott Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 F & B Building Services . . . . 5 Fergusons CA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Ferringtons Hypnotherapy . . . 32 Fiona Christie Accounting Serv . . 20 First Domestics . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Frontline Building Maintenance . . 22 G Woods Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . 6 Gadds Gourmet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Garden Services . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Gary Forbes Painter Decorator . . 24 GasMan Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Gibb Stuart Ironmongers . . . . 17 Glenmoss Landscapes . . . . . . . . 49 Gordon James Ceramic Tiler . . 5 Grid Design Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Gryffe Garage Motor Engineers . . 40 Gryffe Roofing Services . . . . 15 Gutter Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Henderson’s Kilts . . . . . . . . . 10 Houston Locksmiths . . . . . . . . . 3 Howe Joinery & Building Serv . . 13,2 I & J Building & Roofing Serv . . 2 I D Plumbing & Heating . . . . . 40 James Kerr Joiner . . . . . . . . . 4 James Martin - Painter & Decor . . 3 JayBee Double Glazing Repairs . . 46 JDPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 John A Kilburn . . . . . . . . . . . 43

John H Barney . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 John McKay Gas & Heating Eng . . 46 John Morgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 John Roach Funeral Directors . . 13 Johnstone TOA Taxi Co . . . . . . 13 Karen Rankin Catering . . . . . . 14 Kerr Home Care . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Kieran Turner Aerial&Satellite . . 3 Kilbarchan Chiropodists . . . . 45 Kilbarchan Dental Practice . . 30 Kilellan Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 2 Kingsley Wood & Co Solicitors . . 1,23 Lamont Electricians . . . . . . . . 3 Laptop and PC Repairs . . . . . . 23 LaserLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Leigh’s Beauty Room . . . . . . . . 25 Lind Letting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 LJX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 M Addison Joiners & Builders . . 3 M&E Painters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Mackie Plumbing & Heating . . 4 MAS Electrical & Security . . 2 Matthews Cleaning Services . . 5 MattVac Carpet & Upholstery Cl . . Bk MBS Roofing & Building Contrac . . 5 McGowan Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . 24 McLaughlan Metal Fabrication . . 41 MF Building Services . . . . . . . 43 MJ Lawnmowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 MS All Trades Limited . . . . . . 4 Nix Hairdressing . . . . . . . . . . 27 NLP Positive Changes . . . . . . . 56 Now & Then . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Nutech Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Old Course Ranfurly Golf Club . . 63 Old Mill Chimneys . . . . . . . . . 22 Omni Housekeeping . . . . . . . . . 4 Orchard Flooring . . . . . . . . . . 21 P Thomson Upholstery . . . . . . . 28 Paisley Artists Annual Exhibit . . 14 Passports To Go . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Paul Ferguson - Confidence . . 7 Pee Poop n Play . . . . . . . . . . . 53 PetVets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Phoenix Gas Services . . . . . . . 1 Powerdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk Purple Tree Care . . . . . . . . . . 48 QT Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Quarriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 R Williams Tree Surgeon & Grou . . 48 Ranfurly Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 RED Pest Control . . . . . . . . . . 8 RM Contractors . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 RPH Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Saltire Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Scott Russell . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Scottish Reflections . . . . . . . 41 Shower Expert . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Smart Dog Grooming . . . . . . . . . 53 SMG Roofing & Building Contrac . . 46 Solar Panel Security . . . . . . . 12 St Columba’s School . . . . . . . . 57,8 Stewart Independent Financial . . 1 Stickytiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Suzanne’s Grooming Pad . . . . . 53 SW Scott - Joiners & Builders . . 43 Take the Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Taylor Made Joinery . . . . . . . . 46 TD Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 The Furniture Barn . . . . . . . . . 3 The Iron House . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 The Osteopaths . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 The Quirky Florist . . . . . . . . . 45 The Right Move . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 The Weir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Thomas McMaster & Son Ltd . . 55 Top Kat Driving . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Travel a la Carte . . . . . . . . . 3 Twisted Willow Florist . . . . . 15 W B Smith & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 49 West of Scotland Landscape . . 48 Woodburn & Beattie Joiners . . 54 Woodlands Nursery . . . . . . . . . 55

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