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September 2016 No.264 Distributed to: • Bishopton • Bridge of Weir • Brookfield • Elderslie • Houston • Howwood • Kilbarchan • Kilmacolm • Langbank • Lochwinnoch • Quarriers

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Legal Blog

by Isabella McKerrow, Affinity Family Law

The Grounds for Divorce in Scotland Divorce in Scotland is governed by the Divorce (Scotland) Act 1976 as amended by the Family Law Scotland Act 2006. There are only two grounds of divorce.

The first ground is “a recognised gender change of either party to the marriage.”

This is established by issuing an interim gender recognition certificate under the Gender Recognition Act 2004. The second and more common ground is the “irretrievable breakdown of the marriage”. Irretrievable breakdown may be established if at least one of four specific situations is proved: 1. The defender’s adultery.

2. The defender’s unreasonable behaviour. (Such behaviour by the defender that the pursuer cannot reasonably be expected to cohabit with them.)

3. Non cohabitation of the parties for a period of at least one year provided the defender consents to the divorce.

4. Non cohabitation for a period of at least two years. Consent is not required.

It is up to the party raising the divorce proceedings to prove on the balance of probabilities that at least one of the four situations exist.

In terms of adultery, the proceedings must be based on the defenders adultery.

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It is not possible for the pursuer to raise the divorce proceedings averring their own adultery. The adultery must be since the date of marriage.

If you are separated, but not yet divorced, and start a sexual relationship with another person (one act of adultery is sufficient) your spouse would have grounds to raise divorce proceedings on the basis of your adultery.

Divorce can be raised straight away on the basis of adultery or unreasonable behaviour. With the other two grounds, you either have to wait one year from the date of separation and require the consent of your spouse or wait two years from the date of separation, whereby consent is not required.

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Rubbish again this month! My rant on the downgrading of waste and recycling centres in Linwood, Johnstone, Renfrew and Erskine led to a number of comments and feedback - most of it agreeing and advising of a rise in fly-tipping. Luckily local residents are on the case and are reporting each case as it is discovered, taking photos of the offending waste; if only we could evidence the culprits. The Council now have the task of going round these unofficial dumping grounds and recovering the waste. Maybe Renfrewshire Council will now revisit their decision to move most of the recycling to one central depot in Paisley. If you see fly-tipping or discover dumped waste, please report it to the Council or contact the Dumb Dumpers National Stopline on 08452 304090 or dumbdumpers.org. The Council has a web page where you can report incidents of grafitti, flytipping, litter or abandoned vehicles. Find it here: www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/streetcleaning.

And in Planning, once again we have applications submitted to the Council for review. If this is something that concerns you, it would be advisable to keep an eye on your local Community Council websites and their social media pages. We’ve listed some of these below so you can get them bookmarked.

In Bridge of Weir, a new application has been made for the Whitelint site, under Ref. No: 16/0571/PP, for 49 houses, which is separate from the retail development application, Ref. No: 16/0423/PP. The expiry date for objections is 15 September 2016. There is more detail on this application in our village news pages, with Councillor McLaren and the Community Council both discussing the application.

Still in Bridge of Weir, a pre-determination hearing on the Gladman Developments application to build 80 houses on land to the north of Kilmacolm Road took place on Tuesday 23 August in Renfrewshire Council’s Chambers. No decision made on that date; the final decision will be taken at a future Renfrewshire Council meeting, after consideration of all matters, including those raised at the hearing.

Lochwinnoch Community Council has received notice that Leith Planning Investments (Lochwinnoch) Ltd will be lodging an application with Renfrewshire Council to build houses on the area behind the current houses on the east-side of Johnshill, opposite Crawfurds View to the View Point car park. The proposed development will stretch from the rear gardens of the houses on the Johnshill to the boundary of Parkhill Woods, to just short of Gates Road and to the boundary of Beech Burn. This is not a full application for planning but a “Proposal of Application Notice” or “POAN”. When a developer submits a POAN to the local authority for such a large development, planning law also requires the applicant to hold a public event so that the local community can have its say. This will be in the form of an exhibition and is due to be held on Wednesday 7th September at The McKillop Institute from 2pm – 7pm. Councillors Bibby and Doig both alert residents of this meeting in their reports.

So if these planning proposals are of interest to you, please look up your local Community Council for more detail.

Houston: FB page www.facebook.com/groups/913726105341750, Web page houstonvillage.co.uk Lochwinnoch: FB page www.facebook.com/groups/1240464002639895, Web page www.lochwinnoch.org Bridge of Weir: FB page www.facebook.com/Bridge-of-Weir-communitycouncil-1611282405760032, Web page www.bridgeofweir.org Kilbarchan: Web page www.kilbarchan.info/community_ council.html Renfrewshire Council: You can view full details of any proposals at www.renfrewshire.gov.uk by choosing ‘Public’ followed by the box showing ‘Search for Planning Applications and Appeals’. For the new application in Whitelint, in the search box, enter the application number - 16/0571/PP. So, plenty to keep us all busy!

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Cloudy2Clear Announce Trusted Trader Partnership Which? have now added themselves to the thousands of customers who recognise that, in Cloudy2Clear you are dealing with a business that you can really trust. Cloudy2Clear who recently celebrated their 10th Birthday, replace misty glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window.

Glasgow manager Peter Brummitt believes that Which? have endorsed Cloudy2Clear’s long standing company policy of delivering a trustworthy and credible service at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has steamed up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 25 year guarantee.

Peter continues ‘We also GUARANTEE that an average quotation will take no longer than 20 mins, with little or no disruption to your home’. ‘These things seem simple but not enough companies do it and it’s great that someone like Which? has endorsed our philosophy.

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Renfrewshire Marie Curie Fundraising Group Firewalk Friday 30th Sept from 7pm The Ogilvie Club, 18 Broomlands Street, Paisley PA1 2LU

Saks & Hart is a hidden gem, nestled in rural Ayrshire, just a few minutes south of Dalry. Specialising in country and period interiors, they successfully mix a range of styles to create classic, beautiful interiors.

You’ll find a stunning range of furniture, lighting, mirrors and gorgeous home accessories, within the charmingly restored Old Byre at Dalgarven Mill. This month Saks & Hart are delighted to announce the launch of their beautiful collection of fabrics, wall coverings and paints.

Join a group of fearless firewalkers and raise money for Marie Curie Cancer Care at The Ogilvie Club, Paisley!

In 2014, the Renfrewshire Marie Curie Fundraising Group raised a phenomenal £10,771 from completing a fire walk. Marie Curie has nearly 2,000 nurses in the UK and last year they worked for 1.32 million hours caring for terminally ill patients.

We also have nine hospices and are the biggest provider of hospice beds outside the NHS. In total, Marie Curie spends over £106 million a year on providing nursing and hospice care; research into better ways of caring for people; and work to improve care and support across the UK. The figure is overwhelming, but so is the comfort that the money can provide.

In order to match (or indeed beat) last year’s amazing total we need volunteer walkers - the registration fee is £25, and we ask that each walker raises an additional £125 in sponsorship. We are also looking for support and sponsorship from local businesses, and we will acknowledge this on our walkers t-shirts.

Please see our Facebook page for details on how to join us. Thank you.

Bellahouston Park Pretty Muddy 5k Cancer Research - Race for Life

Saturday 17th September at Bellahouston Park, Glasgow G52 1EQ Pretty Muddy is our brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course where you can show cancer that hell hath no fury like a woman in pink. You must be over 13 years old to take part in this event.

Bring a change of clothes for after your event and a towel to wipe off the worst of the mud; remember there are no showers or lockers at Pretty Muddy events, but there will be a bag drop area.

Adult entry (Women aged 16+): £19.99 ~ Child entry (Girls aged 13-15): £10.

For further information contact: http://raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/typesof-event/pretty-muddy

Zoffany, Sanderson, GP&J Baker, Cole & Son, Lewis & Wood and many more, make up a delightful and diverse collection of designs to choose from. The Zoffany and Sanderson Paint collections also offer a wide palate of both beautiful period colours, as well as more contemporary colours. Interior Design consultancy and full soft furnishing make-up services are also now available.

If you haven’t discovered Saks & Hart yet, you’ll find it just off the A737 between Kilwinning and Dalry. For more information visit www. saksandhart.com.

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Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival The city is yours to explore from Monday 12th - Sunday 18th September!

Glasgow Doors Open Days is back for the 27th year, celebrating Glasgow’s unique architecture and built heritage!

This year we’re part of the national Festival of Architecture for the Year of Innovation, Architecture & Design 2016 and our programme offers countless opportunities to explore Glasgow’s architecture and learn about the city’s innovations. Enjoy hundreds of free events in every corner of the city!

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At Laura’s Nail & Beauty Lounge we can cover all your beauty needs; manicure, pedicure, waxing, massage, facials & spray tan, all within a friendly, relaxed salon in Bridge of Weir.

Tasty tipples and scrumptious nibbles on the bonny banks of Loch Lomond!

The Annual Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival takes place at Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch.

The event brings over 20,000 people to the area to enjoy great food, drink and entertainment. With cookery demonstrations, cook-offs, tastings and samplings, live music, a Farmer’s Market and much more, the festival offers a fabulous two-day food and drink adventure.

37 Main Street, Bridge of Weir Late night on Thursday till 8pm.

Call The Lounge on 01505-690090, text 07872-929798 or book on our FB page.

Manicures ~ Pedicures ~ Waxing ~ Tinting ~ Massage Facials ~ LVL Lashes ~ Spray Tanning

All you need to bring is your appetite! www.lochlomondfoodanddrinkfestival.co.uk Loch Lomond Shores, G83 8QL Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland

Beatson Institute Open Evening Join us on Wednesday 14th September from 6.30pm at the Beatson Institute For Cancer Research, Switchback Road, Bearsden, Glasgow G61 1BD for our Open Evening.

Cancer survival rates in the UK have doubled over the last 40 years. In the 1970’s just 1 in 4 people survived. Today, 1 in 2 will survive.

Our ambition is to speed up progress and see 3 out of 4 patients surviving the disease within the next 20 years.

We fund a world class research facility in Glasgow, the Cancer Research UK Beatson Institute, where renowned scientists are looking at how cancer starts, grows and spreads around the body. Our scientists work with local and global partners to take forward ideas from the lab and turn them into new therapies for people with cancer.

At our free open evening you’ll meet and hear from Glasgow based scientists and nurses. We’ll show you cancer cells under the microscope and have interactive ways for you to learn more about the complex disease that is cancer. You’ll tour our state of the art laboratories, guided by our researchers who’ll show you how your support saves lives.

If you have any questions, please contact glasgowcentre@cancer.org.uk or 0141 330 8456.

Book your place now. Please note: this event is for over 16s only.

Read more at http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/support-us/find-an-event/ cruk-beatson-institute-open-evening#X0DR5VmYD9Hj3YiR.99

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Optical Blog

by Kerry Taher, New Vision Opticians

Dry Eyes Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common conditions worldwide, and certainly one of the most common conditions we deal with on a daily basis.

Typically both eyes are affected, often bloodshot, sometimes a bit sticky on waking up. There can also be intermittent blurring of vision which clears just after blinking. Other symptoms include gritty, itchy, burning, filmy, and even watery eyes. The severity of symptoms is hugely variable but usually mild.

The two basic categories are when not enough tears are produced, or when tears evaporate too quickly (much more common).

Causes of dry eyes can be increasing age, dehydration, hormonal changes, certain medications, previous eye surgery or underlying eye or health conditions. Environmental factors such as air-conditioning and using computers can also cause dry eyes. One study showed that for every 7 hours of computer use, the average user will have lost out on 4,000 blinks due to a reduced blink rate!

There are various treatments available for the mild dry eye sufferer. Simple lubricants 2 - 4 times a day and eyelid hygiene is all that is usually required.

There are watery drops which don’t affect vision but only provide short-term relief. Gels will relieve symptoms for longer with only a slight initial blurring of vision for 1 - 2 minutes. For maximum relief ointments are best, usually lasting for hours but with noticeable blurring of vision for several minutes usually these are used just before bed.

For the more severe sufferer, drops will be needed more often and in certain cases antibiotics or anti-inflammatories may also be necessary. Extra treatments are also available if required, such as punctal plugging where tiny plugs are inserted into the tear ducts to restrict the drainage of the tears.

If you have any questions, need advice or wish to have your eyes checked please call us at the practice on 01505 614 700.

Loch Ness Marathon raising for Festival of Architecture 2016 Down’s Syndrome Scotland The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane, Glasgow G1 3NU. Jason Bright will be running the Loch Ness Marathon on September 25th and raising money for Down’s Syndrome Scotland.

Although he has completed several half marathon’s for various other charities, this is his first marathon and his first time raising money for DSS. Jason lives in Houston and his son attends Houston Primary Nursery.

Jason’s son, Rudi age 5, was born with Down’s Syndrome and since then DS Scotland have been a source of support to his family. Their continued support and reassurance is a great source of encouragement for them and he would like to raise this money for them as a thank you.

Their role is to provide emotional support to new families with children with DS and their Family Support Worker’s are fundamental to this support as they provide knowledge and experience for families. Jason and his family have benefited from Down’s Syndrome Scotland parental training courses helping them to understand the small challenges they encounter. Rudi has also benefited from their knowledge as he attends their weekly run ABC group which is a communication therapy specifically designed around an individual with DS. One of their key roles is to provide training for other professionals such as teachers; on how to develop pupils with DS within education, health professionals; to allow them to communicate effectively a diagnosis of DS to new parents. Throughout the year they continue to advocate for inclusion within society.

Adventures in Space

from Thursday 7th July - Sunday 2nd October This exhibition offers an amazing insight into the architecture of science fiction and engages with the popular imagination.

Science fiction films exert a powerful grip on the human imagination. The exhibition, curated by The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland offers some startling representations of buildings and cities from movies from the very beginning of cinema to the present day, including The Matrix, Blade Runner and Flash Gordon.

This extraordinary show, curated by RIAS graphic designer and self-confessed science fiction geek, Jon Jardine, features over 180 newly commissioned drawings. In addition to a group of spectacular large scale works, by Ian Stuart Campbell, a group of young artists, Douglas Prince, Ciana Pullen and Piotr Sell, were commissioned to illustrate the key science fiction novels, comics and particularly films, which provide the exhibition’s detailed timeline.

Close to 200 years of science fiction is catalogued in this show. Specific architectural connections are drawn with the works of the Italian Futurists, Le Corbusier, Frank Lloyd Wright and John Lautner.

Jason’s fundraising page can be found at www.virginmoneygiving. com/jasonbright2

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Comfort Dolls For Dementia WANTED! Knitters and dolls!

Calling all knitters and crocheters who would be willing to knit/crochet dolls clothes and blankets for a non-profit project which donates comfort dolls to care homes and dementia units in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde.

These dolls have been generously donated by kind hearted people but they need hand knitted clothes and blankets to give them a nostalgic feel for people with dementia.

The dolls are given FREE to care homes.

Please help make a difference to your community - a small effort can bring a lot of happiness!

For more information contact: 07795 497958 or http:// comfortdollsfordem.wixsite.com/ comfortdolls

Titan Crane Abseil Scale new heights and abseil the Glasgow Titan Crane on Sunday 16th October Imagine standing 150ft up on a huge structure on the banks of the river Clyde, looking out over the impressive Clydebank scenery. Imagine leaning back, hearing the wind, taking the strain and feeling the rush as you lower yourself over the edge.

Places are limited, so take advantage of this rare opportunity and sign up now to be a part of this amazing event!

Crafting Buddies Fair Saturday 10th September from 11am - 3pm Wallneuk North Church, Abercorn Street, Paisley PA3 4AG The Crafting Buddies Fairs are a chance for local artisans and crafters to showcase their talents with a wide and varied selection of items to see and buy. Excellent venue in the centre of Paisley, popular for its monthly Car Boot Sales. Indoor event with free parking, fabulous cafe serving teas, coffee and homemade goodies.

For 150 years, Barnardo’s has been helping vulnerable children overcome huge challenges, such as abuse, neglect and exploitation.

We couldn’t do this without you, so please sign up now and support us with our challenge to help those young people that need it most.

Built in 1907 the Titan Crane (also known as the Clydebank Titan Crane) was the world’s first electrically powered cantilever crane and the largest crane of its type at the time of its completion.

On the day, expert abseil professionals will provide you with a comprehensive safety briefing, so no previous experience is needed. All the specialist equipment required to take on a challenge of this magnitude will also be provided.

You’ll be raising money to help transform the lives of children and young people that need it most.

You’ll also receive: •A dedicated events team to support you every step of the way.

•Regular e-newsletters with additional advice to help you smash your fundraising targets.

•A free Barnardo’s t-shirt to wear on the day.

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Sign up now to join #TeamBarnardo’s!

Registration Fee: £30 ~ Minimum Sponsorship: £150

An opportunity for you to buy something original for yourself or for a gift!

Hope to see you there!

Titan Crane, Garth Drive off Cart Street, Queens Quay, Clydebank G81 1NX

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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Take on the £170 challenge September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Show your support for young cancer patients and take on the £170 Challenge for CLIC Sargent. It’s simple to organise – and fun!

Everything stops when you hear your child has cancer. Costs go up and income often goes down. This is why CLIC Sargent give families a grant of £170, to help stop cancer costs spiralling.

It is vital that families can access the financial support CLIC Sargent provides.

Help us give a grant to a family today - sign up to raise £170 this September for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

The power of cake - get baking!

Whether you’re a fan of flapjacks or a cup cake queen, show off your baking skills and whip up some tasty treats to sell to friends, family and work mates. Give your cake sale the star factor by baking a recipe donated by one our celebrity supporters!

Raise £170 your way - If baking isn’t your thing why not try one of these ways to hit your £170 target: • Hold a bucket collection on your local high street or in a local shop • Take on a fitness challenge; can you run on a treadmill for 170 minutes, do a burpee challenge or cycle 170 miles?

Be a Life-Shaver - Feeling brave? Why not take on The Big Buzz, our head shave event? You can shave or cut your hair in support of children and young people with cancer.

At CLIC Sargent we know that cancer costs, help us be there for families when they need us the most and sign up for the £170 challenge today.

Local mental health charity RAMH has been awarded top marks following a recent inspection by the Care Inspectorate.

Housing Support Services run by RAMH provide personalised care in people’s own homes, plus they have 24 hour care for residents in supported accommodation. The Care Inspectorate inspected services in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire.

Janis Byrne, Housing Support Manager, said “We were delighted to be graded as ‘excellent’ in the inspection - it is the 2nd consecutive year we have scored full marks”.

She added “We have an excellent team at RAMH who provide the very highest quality services. It’s great to be recognised in this way and acknowledged for the very professional support RAMH provides”.

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Goodbye Cambodia This time last year I was panicking about spending a year of my life in a foreign country with people I had known for only one week. Now I am sitting panicking about what I will do when I leave two of my best friends and leave the most amazing country which has now become my home.

Saying goodbye to the children from HVC was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. We printed off a class photo for each child to remember us and also had bags of sweets which went down very well. During the day it was extremely sad and just bearable … only a few tears. However, during our farewell assembly all three of us were reduced to tears. My entire class ran to me afterwards, all in tears and even the cheekiest boy was subdued. One student surprised me when he gave me back our class photo and said “please remember us”…. One thing I will never do is forget the most amazing people in the best experience of my life!

During our farewell party we were given many cards and gifts from the children and celebrated with delicious food cooked by the house mothers followed by lots of dancing and fun. Having to walk through the gates outside was really gut wrenching. I’m really lucky to have two amazing people to share the experience with as I don’t think I would have made it through most of the year without them.

I am now travelling through Australia and have met up with my mother before returning to Scotland midAugust. As much as I am sad to be leaving Cambodia I am so excited to come home and see everyone for a well overdue catch up! I will also be preparing for starting university in September at Queen Margaret University studying Speech and Language Therapy.

I have attached some photos of me and my classes on our last day. I hope they can show just what a special and enjoyable experience it was for me.

I’d also like to say a huge thank you to absolutely everyone who supported me through the experience; whether it be fundraising, words of support, an email reply etc. It all meant a lot to me and helped me to get here to complete my year.

Thank you all so much,

Jillian

RAMH promotes recovery from mental ill health, and empowers people to build independent, fulfilled lives. They are one of the largest providers of mental health services with housing support covering Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire, North & South Ayrshire. More information on their services is available at www. ramh.org

Pride of Paisley This summer, Paisley’s first ever FREE, family friendly public art trail, Pride of Paisley, will take to the streets!

Until Sunday 25th September, 25 creatively designed lion sculptures will showcase Paisley’s heritage trail infusing pride, colour, art and creativity into Paisley town centre.

For more info visit www.prideofpaisley.co.uk

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Accord Hospice Annual Art Exhibition 2nd - 18th September The Atrium in Anchor Mill, Barrhead Road, Paisley Our Annual Art Exhibition features the work of 150 paintings by 50 local artists.

Entry is free and the exhibition is open from 12noon - 4pm daily.

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Dental Blog

by Sheila Macintyre, Practice Owner, Kilbarchan Dental Practice

With the kids now back at school it is a great time to think about what to pop in their lunch box to help promote good oral health.

Last month I wrote about avoiding drinks with high acid and sugar content as they can cause dental erosion. Water or milk are the only drinks I can recommend, but if you do have to compromise check the ingredients and go for lower sugar, less acidic drinks.

Raw veg. is a very healthy option, if you can sneak some carrot or cucumber sticks in. Fibrous veg. and fruit like celery and apples act as “nature’stoothbrushes” to scrub teeth, stimulate gums, and increase saliva flow.

Remember all fruits have sugars and acids, so encourage eating them with meals to lessen any harmful effects. Non-sugary popcorn is a great alternative to crisps as it gives the tooth enamel a good scrub as it’s being chewed.

Cheese is always a good bet as it contains calcium and its high pH level helps combat the effects of acid. Rice cakes, oatcakes and some crackers are low starch alternatives to bread, but check the ingredients for added sugar.

Dried fruit such as sultanas or other dehydrated fruit are popular lunchbox snacks but unless your children have an opportunity to brush their teeth during the day these are best avoided as they have a high sugar content and coat the teeth.

Due to allergies nuts are generally not allowed at school but make an ideal after school snack as they contain calcium and vitamin D that both have dental health benefits.

And always remember that children should brush their teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste!

If you have any queries about food and drink or any other areas of dental health visit us at Kilbarchan Dental Practice, call 01505 704969 or click www.kilbarchandental.co.uk where you’ll find lots more free tips and advice.

Rainbow Turtle Charity- Outstanding Achievement Award We are thrilled to tell you that Rainbow Turtle Charity entered the ‘Living Window Display’ from Fairtrade Fortnight into the Fairtrade Foundation’s Awards and have received the ‘Outstanding Achievement Award’.

This was an event held over both the Saturdays of Fairtrade Fortnight when people from schools, churches, community groups, Fairtrade towns and villages, Rainbow Turtle volunteers and local politicians were asked to ‘stand up for farmers and sit down for breakfast’ in the shop window. It was also great to have catering from Ken Clark of Redss – serving an amazing feast of Fair Trade treats. You can see all the photos and story on our website (www.rainbowturtle.org.uk) and listen to why the participants thought it was important to make that stand on our Rainbow Turtle podcast.

In the words of the Foundation, ‘the group was recognised for their commitment to raising awareness about the principles and values of Fairtrade in their local community during Fairtrade Fortnight 2016, a highlighted campaign for the grassroots movement in the UK. The Outstanding Achievement Award is given to a group that has created a campaign that impressed the judges in all areas: a well-planned campaign that reached lots of people and communicated the Fairtrade message imaginatively. The panel were particularly impressed with the innovation, outreach and longevity of the campaign.’

So thank you to everyone who took part and made the event possible and successful, particularly to Ross Beattie for putting it together and co-ordinating things. It is great news for Paisley and Renfrewshire and, we think, the third time the region has won one of the awards in this competition!

Friday 7th October Crowne Plaza Hotel, Congress Road, Glasgow G3 8QT Please join us for a wonderful evening of fine food and entertainment at St Vincent’s Hospice Gala Ball.

Held at Glasgow’s Crowne Plaza Hotel, our evening will begin with a champagne reception. After a sumptuous three course meal with wine, guests will be treated to a host of entertainment and can dance the night away to our live band.

To book your places, or for further information on how you can support this event, please email info@svh.co.uk or call our Fundraising Team on 01505 705635.

If you want to find out more about us or what we do, contact us on info@rainbowturtle.org.uk or 0141 887 1881.

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Until Sat 3 Sept Paisley Make

Paisley - various venues Paisley is set to welcome top designers and creative professionals to the first ever design showcase Paisley Make. To register for tickets, or for further information, visit www.PaisleyMake. com.

Until Sun 4 Sept Wild Challenge: Hobbits & Hairy Feet!

RSPB, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch 10m to 4pm

Spend some quality family time together at RSPB Lochwinnoch! This event is not your usual kind – you do it with your own family in your own time! Then, go out on the reserve for a “hobbit” adventure! When you’ve finished, come back to the centre to complete the challenge and tell us all about it! Cost: £3 per child (RSPB members £1)

Largs Regatta Week Largs

Largs Regatta Week is the only event in Scotland where both keelboats and dinghies race on the same race course – around the buoys and also around the islands. It also incorporates the Firth of Clyde Coastal Rowing Club Annual Regatta, and a new event for 2016, the RNLI Fundraising Ceilidh on Friday 26th August. For further information see www.largsregattaweek.co.uk

Largs Viking Festival Largs

The main attraction is the living history Viking Village which opens every day from 11am to 5pm.

Owl Magic will be with us every day and on both weekends there will be on stage entertainment, street performers on the Promenade and an aerobatic display. A fun fair will also be present on the Promenade throughout the Festival.

Until Wed 7 Sept Paisley Abbey Drain Archaeological Trail

Paisley Abbey, Abbey Close, Paisley Discover the magnificent Abbey Drain, an imposing stone lined tunnel underneath the 12th century Paisley Abbey as part of Paisley Abbey Drain Archaeological Trail Doors Open Day.

Until Mon 19 Sept The Big Birdhouse Tour

Intu Braehead - Free During the tour there will be the opportunity to learn more about the RSPB, sign up as a member, and give nature a home in your own garden by buying an RSPB nest box from our customer service desk. Little things you do can give wildlife a safe place to feed, breed, and thrive. It’s easy to make space for nature.

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Until Sun 25 Sept Pride of Paisley

Paisley - various venues - Free The event is the BIGGEST public art project in the town’s history and will raise awareness of Paisley’s cultural and heritage assets, attracting new visitors and tourists, as part of the town’s cultureled, regeneration strategy. Ultimately, all the lion sculptures will be auctioned, with proceeds split between ACCORD Hospice, in Paisley, and St Vincent’s Hospice, in Howwood. For more info visit www.prideofpaisley.co.uk

Until Sun 2 October Festival of Architecture 2016

The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane, Glasgow Adventures in Space - This exhibition will offer insights into the architecture of science fiction and engage with the popular imagination. Close to 200 years of science fiction is catalogued in this show.

Thu 1 September Wedding Open Evening

Ingliston Country Club, Old Greenock Road, Bishopton 5pm to 8pm

Free admission, free parking. All suites will be set up for a wedding, sparkling wine reception and canapés on arrival with our Wedding Staff on hand to assist on the day.

Fri 2 September RSPB Local Members Night

McMaster Centre, Donaldson Drive, Renfrew 7.30pm

There will be a members night and quiz which will include an illustrated talk entitled Great Auk - The Ghost of the Garefowl by Norman Tait .

Johnstone Band Annual Concert Johnstone Town Hall 7.30pm £5

The concert will feature guest soloist Sarah Stuart on violin. Free for under 18s. Support your local brass band and enjoy an evening of musical entertainment.

Glasgow Botanics Moth (& Bat) Night Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Great Western Road, Glasgow 7.30pm

Clyde Bat Group are also attending to take you on a bat walk & tell you about bats. Bats & moths are closely linked in nature & so go well together as an event. As always “subject to weather” & therefore cancellation at short notice.

Fri 2 - Sat 3 Sept Scottish International Airshow

2 Fairfield Road, Ayr 2pm to 10pm Afternoon & night displays. Funfair & ground exhibitions. Air displays: Blades Aerobatics, B-25 Flypast, Aerosparx LED plans & fireworks. Royal marines display, red arrows, battle of Britain tribute, RAF Typhoon.

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Accord Hospice Annual Art Exhibition

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Our Annual Art Exhibition will feature the work of 150 paintings by 50 local artist. Entry is free.

Sat 3 September Kilmacolm Annual Flower Show

Finlaystone Country Estate - Langbank 5pm to 8am

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Wild Night Join the Rangers for fun and laughter under the stars into the wee small hours. Call 01475 540505 for further information.

Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival 2016 Kilmacolm Community Centre, Lochwinnoch Road, Kilmacolm 11am

We are looking forward to welcoming you to a top quality Show filled with Cut Flowers, Pot Plants, Tubs and Hanging Baskets, Novices section, plus the wonders of the Baking/Jams, and Floral Art exhibits. The ever popular children’s Picture Gallery will be a highlight of the Show, thanks to Kilmacolm Primary School. The Willow Tea Room will be open throughout the Show for refreshments. Please come along and support the Annual Flower Show.

Come and Sing Bugsy Malone St Fillan’s Church Hall, Moss Road, Kilmacolm 2.30pm to 7.30pm

Fun, food and performance. (7pm songs from the Show for family and friends) Please register to ensure your place. Contact Maureen Russell on 01505 872905 / 07905 950028, email: maureenrussell@hotmail.com

1st Houston BB Coffee Morning

Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch, West Dunbartonshire G83 8QL

Tasty tipples and scrumptious nibbles on the bonny banks of Loch Lomond! The Annual Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival takes place at Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch.

All you need to bring is your appetite! www.lochlomondfoodanddrinkfestival.co.uk

Sun 4 September Bog Stomp

The Cut Visitor Centre, Cornalees Bridge, Greenock 9am

A 10km trail run for charity. Get on your nobbly running shoes and enjoy fine views over the Clyde.

More info and bookings online via entry central.

Registration from 9am, first wave 10am. Call 01475 521 458 for info & bookings

Sun 4 - Sun 11 Sept Flower & Art Festival Church Hall & Carrick Centre, Houston 10 to 12 noon - £1 Come along and enjoy tea, coffee & homebaking.

Variety of stalls. Continue to support the excellent work of the BB in our area.

Sat 3 - Sun 4 Sept RSPB Doors Open Day

St Mary’s Church, Johnstone Road, Bridge of Weir

The church will be open every afternoon from 1pm to 3.30pm. Sunday 4th - Puppet Shows; Wednesday 7th - Guest Lecturer - 7pm; Friday 9th - Concert - 7pm; Sunday 11th - Vintage afternoon tea with musical quartet. Visit our website at www. heartlandsec.org/BoW

Wed 7 September Public Meeting - Planning

McKillop Hall, Main St, Lochwinnoch 2pm to 7pm RSPB, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch 10am to 4pm Come along and get a taste of what the reserve has to offer. Free entry, Free Pond Dipping, Free Bug hunting and Free Treasure hunt! Confirmed.

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Crawfurds View to the View Point car park. If you have concerns about these proposals be sure to go along to this exhibition and express them.

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Bat Walk

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Castle Semple Visitor Centre, Lochlip Road, Lochwinnoch 7.30pm to 9.30pm

A walk around Castle Semple and Lochwinnoch with bat detectors to listen to the elusive nighttime hunters. Not to be missed! £5 per person.

Call 01505 842 882 ex 20 for info & bookings.

St Vincent’s Hospice Charity Golf Day

Ranfurly Castle Golf Club, Golf Road, Bridge of Weir

Calling all golfers! The cost to compete in our unique and lively golf challenge is £80 per place / £320 per 4-ball. To book your team, or for more information please call the Fundraising Team on 01505 705635 or email info@svh.co.uk

Sat 10 September Kilmacolm Plant Sale

Kilmacolm Library, Lochwinnoch Road, Kilmacolm 10am to 12noon

Come along to Kilmacolm for an autumn plant sale in aid of Scotland’s Gardens! Beneficiaries - Parklea “Branching Out” receives 40%, the net remaining to SG Beneficiaries.

Bat Walk

Greenock Crematorium, 1 South Street, Greenock PA16 8UG 7.30pm to 9.30pm

A very popular annual walk seeking out the cemetery’s nocturnal wildlife. £5 per person call 01475 521 458 for more info & bookings

Crafting Buddies Fair

Wallneuk North Church, Abercorn Street, Paisley PA3 4AG 11am to 3pm - Free

A chance for local artisans and crafters to showcase their talents with a wide and varied selection of items to see and buy. Indoor event with free parking, fabulous cafe serving teas, coffee and homemade goodies.

RSPB, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch 10am to 4pm Various Venues Inverclyde’s Doors Open Days launches at the newly refurbished Wemyss Bay Station. Again this year the Inverclyde Tourist Group has arranged excellent tours for local people looking to become tourists in their own areas including Port Glasgow & Kilmacolm, Greenock and Gourock, as well as a tour of the areas Historical Railway Stations.

Sat 10 - Sun 18 Sept Annual Book Sale & Auction RSPB, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch 10am to 4pm - Free

Come along to the RSPB Lochwinnoch annual book sale & auction and see what treasures you can find! You might even find that special book in the silent auction. All our profit goes to help conservation projects.

Binocular & Telescope Open Day RSPB, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch 10am to 4pm - Free

Come and peruse a range of telescopes and binoculars, with knowledgeable staff on hand to help you find the right one for you! Our optics are competitively priced, with the added bonus that you are helping conservation.

Kids Obstacle Race

Finlaystone Country Estate - Langbank 1pm to 3pm Staged using our Activity Trail and Norman Conquest. Come along and try our obstacle and fitness race. Age 4 – 6, 7 - 9, 10 and over. Prize in each category for best time. Call 01475 540505 for further information.

Gateway Garden Drop In Session

The Scottish Multi-Class Regatta

A legacy event of ‘Race 2 the games’ 2014.

Get involved and sponsor or support your nearest school, accessible club or individual with additional support needs. Call 01505 842882 ex 21 for more info.

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Mon 12 - Sun 18 Sept Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival

Cartside Terrace, Kilbarchan 2pm to 4pm A new “mini-beast hotel” is now in place with all the families involved in creating it having tons of fun. Visitors also helped harvest herbs and the grow bags full of delicious potatoes that were on the dinner plates of Habbies within hours (now that’s fresh!). To get involved contact Gail Scoular on 07985749220, email hello@ kilbarchansmile,co.uk or join the group Kilbarchan Smile on Facebook or join our emailing list at www. kilbarchansmile.co.uk

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Brian Laurie Accordion Showband Concert Johnstone Town Hall 7.30pm

Enjoy a fantastic night of accordion music. Price: £7.50. Contact Information 0300 300 1210.

After Dark Walk

Castle Semple Visitor Centre, Lochlip Road, Lochwinnoch 7.30pm to 9.30pm The city is yours to explore! Glasgow Doors Open Days is back for the 27th year, celebrating Glasgow’s unique architecture and built heritage!

Enjoy hundreds of free events in every corner of the city!

Wed 14 September CRUK Beatson Open Evening

A moonlit walk around the woods to hear hooting owls, echo locating bats and rustling badgers!

Cost: £5 per person call 01505 842 882 ex 20 for more info & bookings

Sat 17 September Voice and Guitar Duo

Paisley Central Library, 68 High Street, Paisley PA1 2BB - 12noon to 1pm

Promoting ‘National Chamber Music Day’ - an impromptu concert performed by voice and guitar duo - Alison McNeill and Sasha Savaloni

Sun 11 September

Sat 10 - Sun 11 Sept

Castle Semple Visitor Centre, Lochlip Road, Lochwinnoch 10am to 3.30pm

The workshop will be led by wildlife photographer David Palmar (www.photoscot.co.uk), who has over 30 years of experience and is a volunteer photographer with the RSPB at their Loch Lomond & Inner Forth reserves. This will be an excellent opportunity to build on your existing photography skills. Advice, encouragement and ideas will be freely given! Cost: £40 – 20% discount for RSPB members

Beatson Institute For Cancer Research, Switchback Road, Bearsden, Glasgow G61 1BD - 6.30pm - Free

Hear from Glasgow based scientists and nurses.

We’ll show you cancer cells under the microscope and have interactive ways for you to learn more about the complex disease that is cancer.

If you have any questions, please contact glasgowcentre@cancer.org.uk or 0141 330 8456. Book your place now. Please note: this event is for over 16s only. Read more at http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/support-us/ find-an-event/cruk-beatson-institute-openevening#X0DR5VmYD9Hj3YiR.99

Fri 16 September Quarriers Sportsman’s Dinner

Kip Marina, The Yacht Harbour, Inverkip, PA16 0AS - 7pm - £40

The Chartroom, Kip Marina, Inverkip. We are delighted to have scored a fantastic line-up to entertain you at our very first Sportsman’s Dinner. Jim Delahunt will “kick off” proceedings before being joined on the pitch by Alan Rough and Andy Goram…The night is sure to deliver the perfect hat trick. Tickets are priced £40. Book your tickets now! Call us on 01505 616054 or events@quarriers.org.uk

Bridge of Weir Community Council Craft Fair

Royal British Legion, Livery Walk, Bridge of Weir - 10am to 2pm - £2

Lots of interesting and unique arts and crafts to browse. Refreshments available. Stalls are still available for a fee of £15. Contact Natalie Don at nataliedon23@gmail.com or get in touch via our Facebook page.

Messy Church

Kilbarchan Parish Church Hall, Steeple Street 4pm to 6pm

Come along and join in. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Lochwinnoch Explorer Group: Flying Insects RSPB, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch 10am to 12noon

This month we’ll be looking at flying insects. Do we mean bees, butterflies, hoverflies, moths... Come along to find out! Ages: 5 to 14 years. Please note that all children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential.

Cost: £5 (£3 RSPB members) (adults go free)

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Inverclyde’s Doors Open Days Inverclyde’s Doors Open Days launches at the newly refurbished Wemyss Bay Station.

The 10th & 11th September will see the return of Inverclyde’s Doors Open Days with the exciting new addition of a children’s programme.

Doors Open Days give a unique insight into some of the area’s most interesting buildings and locations which otherwise people wouldn’t generally get to see, for example © friendsofwemyssbaystation.co.uk Ferguson Marine Shipyards, Inverclyde’s Recycling Facility and behind the scenes at the Beacon Arts Centre. There will also be a wide selection of churches and historical buildings opening their doors including the recently restored Wemyss Bay Station.

For the first time this year there is a treasure hunt for children based in and around Greenock town centre, encouraging them to get involved and explore some local history. Starting at The McLean Museum there are arts and crafts along the way and a surprise gift at the end.

Again this year the Inverclyde Tourist Group has arranged excellent tours for local people looking to become tourists in their own areas including Port Glasgow & Kilmacolm, Greenock and Gourock, as well as a tour of the areas Historical Railway Stations.

Provost Moran, who is launching the event today said “Doors Open Days provides local people and visitors to Inverclyde an opportunity to see behind the scenes of some of the areas interesting and historical venues.

There is something for all the family to enjoy and I encourage everyone to get out and about to learn more about Inverclyde’s magnificent heritage.”

For full details and to find out more about Inverclyde’s Doors Open Day, please visit: www. doorsopendays.org.uk or visit www.inverclyde. gov.uk/events to download the programme.

You can also pick up a programme at various locations around Inverclyde including libraries and visitor attractions.

Paisley Philharmonic Choir Practices have resumed for our 16/17 season in St. Charles’ Primary School, Rowan Street, Paisley and continue each Tuesday at 7.30pm throughout the year. The choir sings an extensive range of sacred and secular music. Ability to read music is not essential. If you enjoy singing come along and give it a try. A warm welcome awaits you.

More information about the choir can be found at www.paisleyphilharmonicchoir.co.uk

World’s Biggest Coffee Morning Get together with friends and family on Friday 30 September and simply ask for a donation in return for a cuppa and cake. Sign up today for your free Coffee Morning Kit full of everything you’ll need to make your event a success.

The money you raise will help make sure no one has to face cancer alone. Call the fundraising support line on 0300 1000 200 or visit https:// www.macmillan.org.uk for more information.

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Wildlife Photography Workshop – Beginner Level

Millport Festival of Light

Renfrewshire Marie Curie Fundraising Group Firewalk

RSPB, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch 1pm to 4.30pm

The workshop will be led by wildlife photographer David Palmar (www.photoscot.co.uk), who has over 30 years of experience and is a volunteer photographer with the RSPB at their Loch Lomond & Inner Forth reserves. This will be an excellent opportunity for beginners to learn the basics. Advice, encouragement and ideas will be freely given! Cost: £25 – 20% discount for RSPB members

Great British Beach Clean

Lunderston Bay, Cloch Road, near Gourock PA19 1BB from 11am

Join us for the annual big clean up! Help record data and protect our coastline by contributing to the national survey. Call 01475 521 458 for more info & bookings

Pretty Muddy 5k

Millport, Isle of Cumbrae

The event will create an illuminated ‘heritage light trail’ between the two sites. The Festival of Light is free to attend, thanks to the kind support of EventScotland and The Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design, and visitors will be able to pick up a complimentary map to guide them through the trail.

Sat 1 October

George Cummings Open Road Relays

Walk-In Flu Vaccination Clinic

SAL permitted - register on the day. Men’s teams of 4, compete for the George Cummings Trophy.

Women’s teams of 3 for the Trust Inn Trophy.

PARKING: On the advice of the police there will be NO parking in Houston Village. Please follow the parking signs to Gryffe High School, which is 400m from the venue. Further information from John Rodger 07719 781776

Houston Doctors Surgery, Kirk Road, Houston, PA6 7AR 9am to 11.30am

Church Hall & Carrick Centre, Houston

Learn to build/repair a Traditional Dry Stone Wall

The Braes, Forehouse Road, Kilbarchan Johnstone

A two day beginner hands-on course where you rebuild a section of dry stone wall, learning the age old techniques of this satisfying craft. More info on training and details of how to book can be found on the WSDSWA website. The Braes, Forehouse Road, Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire PA10 2PT Phone: 01360 311 477 ~ E-mail: enquiries@wsdswa.org. uk Website: http://www.wsdswa.org.uk

Sun 18 September Scottish Half Marathon

Edinburgh (various) Starting just outside Edinburgh, running along the magnificent East Lothian Golf Coast before finishing at the final furlong at Musselburgh Racecourse, Scotland’s oldest racecourse.

Duck Race

Finlaystone Country Estate - Langbank 1pm to 3pm Pick your lucky duck and follow it down the stream to see who wins. Prize for first place. Call 01475 540505 for further information.

Thu 22 September Story Detectives Launch

Community Centre, Lochwinnoch Road, Kilmacolm 4pm to 5.15pm

This is a free creative writing club for J5 – S3.

The club will run every Thursday from 22nd September to 1st December and 12th January to 2nd February, and 2nd March – 30th March 2017.

To register your child for this unique opportunity, please email Victoria.finnigan@hotmail.com.

Fri 23 September St. Columbas Former Staff Lunch The River Inn, Houston 12.30 pm

All eligible patients registered with the practice are welcome to come along. There is no need to make an appointment - just come along with your sleeve rolled up!

Fun Casino Night

Royal British Legion, Livery Walk, Bridge of Weir

Bellahouston Park, Paisley Road West, Glasgow

Sat 17 - Sun 18 Sept

Join a group of fearless firewalkers and raise money for Marie Curie Cancer Care! Registration fee is £25 and we ask that each walker raises an additional £125 in sponsorship. Please see our Facebook page for details on how to join us.

Sat 24 September

Rotary Club of Gryffe Valley Charity Car Wash

Pretty Muddy is our brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course where you can show cancer that hell hath no fury like a woman in pink. You must be over 13 years old to take part in this event. Adult entry (Women aged 16+): £19.99 ~ Child entry (Girls aged 13-15): £10. For further information contact: http://raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/ types-of-event/pretty-muddy

The Ogilvie Club, 18 Broomlands Street, Paisley PA1 2LU 7pm

Beaton Brothers, 1 Station Road, Bridge of Weir - 9.30am to 4.30pm

Donations in aid of Therapeutic Toy Project at Corseford School, Johnstone.

Family volunteering with your children or grandchildren RSPB, Largs Road, Lochwinnoch 1pm to 3.30pm

Here’s an opportunity for grown-ups and children to do something practical together in the great outdoors, and to help us Give Nature a Home.

It’s a chance to spend some quality time with the children in your life, and it’s free. Please book.

Sat 24 - Sun 25 Sept Marmotte Ècosse

Kay Park, Kilmarnock 9am to 8pm

Brighter Bridge of Weir annual Fun Casino Night featuring the professional croupiers of Pink Cocktails Fun Casino. Nobody loses at this Casino! More details can be found on facebook.com/brighterbridgeofweir and www. brighterbridgeofweir.org. And there will be information posted throughout the village too.

Vikings Mayhem with David MacPhail

Kilmacolm Library, Lochwinnoch Road, Kilmacolm 1.30pm to 2.30pm

Learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Vikings. There might even be a chance for a bit of drawing. Please email Victoria.finnigan@ hotmail.com to register your FREE place. Creative Communities is an outreach programme of St Columba’s School.

St Columba Fundraising Ball

Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Argyle Street, Glasgow 7pm to 1am

Tickets £95 pp (includes a Champagne reception, a three-course meal, ½ bottle of wine per person on the table), £10 per head entry to ‘Heads & Tails’, a ceilidh and a live band.

Tickets Available: www.marmotteecosse.com The event takes place on fully closed roads and due to the grandeur of the routes, scenery and parcours has been awarded the prestigious Marmotte title.

More details of the pan European series can be found at www.marmotte.sportcommunication. info.

Sat 1 - Sun 2 Oct

Sun 25 September

10K & Half Marathon. Fancy a running challenge in 2016? Then why not take your pick from the 10k or the half marathon events through the streets of Glasgow? Let’s make it bigger and better this year! For more details or to enter visit: http://greatscottishrun.com/

Den Building

Finlaystone Country Estate - Langbank 1pm to 3pm Join the Rangers and see who is a budding Bear Grylls. Call 01475 540505 for further information.

Tue 27 September Creative Communities Art Class St Columba’s School, Duchal Road, Kilmacolm

with Helen Mathie – please contact Helen on 01505 872238 or hmathie@st-columbas.org.

Thu 29 September Murder in the Library with Caro Ramsay

Kilmacolm Library, Lochwinnoch Road, Kilmacolm 7.30pm

Join internationally bestselling crime author Caro Ramsay for a glass of sparkling wine as she talks about her latest Anderson and Costello thriller, Rat Run. Email Victoria.finnigan@hotmail.com to register your FREE place.

Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run George Square, Glasgow

Mon 3 October Walk-In Flu Vaccination Clinic

Ranfurly Doctors Surgery, Kilmacolm Road, Bridge of Weir, PA11 3PS 6pm to 8.30pm All eligible patients registered with the practice are welcome to come along. There is no need to make an appointment - just come along with your sleeve rolled up!

Mon 3 - Mon 17 Oct Where there’s a Will, there’s a way

Kingsley Wood & Co, Bridge of Weir & Kilmacolm

Kingsley Wood & Co, Kilmacolm & Bridge of Weir are getting in the giving mood as they look ahead to their free ‘Make a Will’ fortnight.

Contact Kingsley or Alison on 01505 874114.

Other participating solicitors can be found on Quarriers’ website www.quarriers.org.uk or by emailing fundraising@quarriers.org.uk.

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Winner Best Osteopathy Clinic 2016 - Scotland We are delighted and honoured to advise that we have been awarded Best Osteopathy Clinic - Scotland in the Healthcare Pharmaceutical awards for 2016. This encompasses our clinic in Linwood, Paisley and our clinic in Glasgow city centre. A great achievement that we are understandably thrilled about.

The most heart-warming aspect of winning this award is that we were nominated by our patients and have had an overwhelming flood of congratulatory messages from a large number of them.

Many of our patients are from the Gryffe Advertizer readership area – we would like to thank you for your incredible support and look forward to continuing to provide the very best treatment and care in our local area. Proof, if it was needed, that you are in the very best hands at The Osteopaths!

The Lyric Club presents ...

A fantastic opportunity to perform in the King’s Theatre Glasgow!

Fancy joining members of The Lyric Club on the big red bus? Well put on your dancing shoes and register your interest to be part of this smash hit musical.

The Lyric Club is looking for new members to join the company to perform in its 2017 production of the musical S u m m e r Holiday from 7th YOUR TICKET TO to 11th March 2017 in the King’s Theatre, Glasgow. Performers must LOCAL EVENTS be 16 years + by the week of the show.

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Renfrewshire & Inverclyde Games Society Amaretto Ristorante and Pizzeria, 60 Main Street, Bridge of Weir.

Renfrewshire and Inverclyde Games Society (RIGS) is a friendly group of board and card game enthusiasts who meet every fortnight on Thursday evenings at the upstairs café bar of Amaretto in Bridge of Weir. The games we play offer a wide variety of themes and styles and can cover anything from acquiring provinces, trading, farming and building pyramids in “Amun Re” to using a fixed deck of cards to cooperate against and defeat comic book villains in “Sentinels of the Multiverse”.

Above all these are games where you are in control of your moves and your decisions are central to your game.

Our meetings in September are on the 8th and 22nd at 8pm in the upstairs café bar at Amaretto in Bridge of Weir and if you have any questions or would like more information then please call Keith on 07789 501605. If you intend to come along then please also let us know, using the same phone number, so that we can ensure that there is a good supply of games.

More information can be found at http://rigs.scot

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Kilmacolm Dramatic Society - Dick Whittington is coming to Kilmacolm!

Dick Whittington is on this Christmas at the Birmingham Hippodrome starring John Barrowman and The Krankies. If, however, you are unable to make that journey you will be thrilled to know that it is also on in Kilmacolm Kidston Hall from 24th – 26th November for 4 performances only!!! A much easier commute I am sure you will agree!

The origins of the story of Dick Whittington will not be found in any book of fairy tales as it is the only Pantomime based on a true subject. There actually was a Richard Whittington, a medieval merchant who went on to become Lord Mayor of London in the late 14th century and really did marry Alice Fitzwarren. This just goes to prove what I have always said that taking part in a KDS Production is an education in itself!!

I am delighted that Kevin Curran, aka THE friendly barman from the Pullman, will be making his stage debut as Dick Whittington starring alongside Stephanie Money as his love interest Alice and Terry Ferguson as his beloved cat! Audrey Hunter will be taking on her first principal role as our nasty Queen Rat, and as a primary school teacher I am sure we can expect a suitably scary performance. However Claire Fraser as our Good Fairy will soon sort her out with any luck! John Gilchrist will be reprising his role as our Panto Dame with Ann Crawley as his son Idle Jack. I shall reveal the remaining cast next month and keep you posted as to how the rehearsals are going.

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With such a colourful cast under the direction of Mandy Robinson, together with a live band it promises to be a great show for all the family to enjoy.

So save yourself the cost of a trip to Birmingham and support your local theatre company.

We’ll give John Barrowman and The Krankies a run for their money!!

Look forward to seeing you there….

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Doors Open Days Renfrewshire

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Saturday 3rd September to Sunday 4th September 2016. This is a free event The annual Doors Open Days give you free access to lots of fascinating buildings right across Renfrewshire!

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Your chance to get into buildings - sites across Renfrewshire will be throwing open their doors to let you have a look around.

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Participating sites will be confirmed nearer the time but in previous years, more than 60 buildings across the area have taken part, from churches to fire stations, historic gems like Paisley Abbey and Town Hall, to newer sites like Glasgow Airport and St Mirren Park.

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Paisley Museum is displaying work from local artist Alexander Wilson in celebration of his 250th birthday!

Born in Paisley, Alexander Wilson was a poet, artist, scientist and social commentator who as a young man left for America and rose to become one of the towering figures in the history of the scientific study of birds.

Gesture - Expression in Modern Art Paisley Museum

Free event

An exhibition exploring how ideas and emotions are communicated through art, will open at Paisley Museum on Saturday 16th July.

Gesture – Expression in Modern Art will feature some seldomseen works and recent acquisitions from the Paisley Museum collection. The exhibition is part of a Scotland-wide programme of events celebrating the American artist Jon Schueler’s work, during the centenary year of his birth.

Tommy Smith and Brian Kellock Paisley Arts Centre Call 0300 300 1210

Price: from £10

Saxophonist Tommy Smith and pianist Brian Kellock are Scotland’s international jazz ambassadors, having worked with jazz’s leading players and wowed audiences on both sides of the Atlantic.

Stewart 700 Conference

Paisley Abbey Cost £30 with picnic lunch (£25 without) 0141 889 7654 - www.paisleyabbey.org.uk 9.15am to 4.10pm

Celebrating the 700th Anniversary of Robert II - The 1st Stewart King

Main Street Blues Paisley Arts Centre

Price: £10 (£8 conc)

7.30pm

This show combines acoustic blues with a powerful mix of electric blues and funk material. A favourite around blues festivals and known for putting on a very energetic live show, the band has sold out its performances at the prestigious Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival every year since 2012.

Touching Cloth Paisley Arts Centre 7.30pm

Paisley - the hometown of the Paisley Pattern - is set to welcome top designers and creative professionals to the first ever design showcase “Paisley Make”.

The four-day free event - driven by the town’s global brand and its one-time place at the centre of the world’s textile industry - is looking to inspire aspiring local designers and design professionals alike from Wednesday 31st August to Saturday 3rd September.

From top speakers on design and innovation to networking opportunities, Paisley Make is a unique chance to meet and engage with industry experts as part of the Festival of Creativity and Design.

To register for tickets, visit www.PaisleyMake.com.

People can also sign-up for free yarn bombing, painting and corsage making workshops on Saturday 3 September as part of Renfrewshire’s Doors Open Day.

Brian Laurie Accordion Showband Concert Enjoy a fantastic night of accordion music at Johnstone Town Hall courtesy of the Brian Laurie Accordion Showband!

Friday 16th September - 7pm Johnstone Town Hall, Johnstone Price: £7.50. Contact Information 0300 300 1210.

Price: £10 (£8 conc) Suitable for ages 14 +

This laugh a minute comedy set in the Glasgow shipyards will have your jaws aching from laughing! Join ship workers John, Paul, George and Shug as they chat about love, pregnancy, sex, education etc whilst keeping one eye constantly on the loo for a quick skive.

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Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham

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Together Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music. They plan some surprises on their annual trip round Scotland including a nostalgic backdrop of images from all those years, and with the release of a new album.

Paisley Town Hall 7.30pm

Price: from £16 Call 0300 300 1210

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A Buddy Good Laugh

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Heidi Talbot

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The Selecter LIVE with special guests Dogtooth!

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Paisley’s best comedy club is back with a bang! Let resident MC Scott Gibson get you through the dark winter months with lighthearted live comedy at Paisley Arts Centre!

Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley

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Folk star and former member of Cherish the Ladies, Heidi Talbot’s unique Celtic-come-Americana sound has earned her legions of fans on both sides of the Atlantic.

Paisley Town Hall

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Promising you a fantastic evening of vibrant live music entertainment that sees The Selecter play their only Scottish show of 2016 (non festival), in support of youth music charity Loud n Proud. www.tickets-scotland.com (0141 204 5151 /0131 220 3234).

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Quarriers Sportsman’s Dinner The Chartroom, Kip Marina, Inverkip PA16 0AS Friday 16th September, 7pm - tickets £40 Joining Jim are legendary Scotland goalkeepers Alan Rough and Andy Goram.

Alan played for Partick Thistle and Celtic, while Andy is best known for his time with Rangers, where he earned the nickname ‘The Goalie’.

Dirty Water

Friday 2nd September - 7:30pm - Tickets from £10 Set in the housing schemes of Glasgow, Dirty Water follows a misfit team of male cleaners who work for the worst close cleaning service in the country — The Eager Beaver Cleaners.

Brian Kellock & Tommy Smith

Tickets cost just £40. Don’t get left on the bench - book your seat today!

Booking details - Call 01505 616 054; Email events@quarriers.org.uk; www. quarriers.org.uk/events

Millport Festival of Light A new exciting, free event for September Weekend 2016.

Friday 9th September - 7:30pm - Tickets from £8 Not surprisingly, the press has applauded them with phrases such as ‘bewitching layers of delicacy’, full flight, spontaneous invention’ and ‘sheer artistry’.

Peter Pan

Friday 9th & Saturday 10th September - 7.30pm - From £14.

Staged by the Company that brought you Blood Brothers, The Diary of Anne Frank and Oliver Twist, this musical adaptation will enthral from start to finish.

Karen Matheson with special guests Fara

Thursday 15th September - 7.30pm - £16.

Karen’s stunning rendition of ‘Ae fond kiss’ stole the show at the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth games in Glasgow, to a televised audience of over a billion people.

Dead Sheep Comedy Nights

Friday 16th September - 8pm - Tickets from £10.

Scotland’s number one comedy promoter brings their award winning club to Beacon Arts Centre.

Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham

Saturday 17th September - 7.30pm - £16.

Together Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music. With their musical magic and quick-witted humour they will pull your emotional strings one moment and have you falling off the seat with laughter the next.

The Millport Festival of Light is a one-off event, new for 2016, which aims to celebrate two of Cumbrae’s over-looked architectural gems: The Cathedral of The Isles and Garrison House.

The event, taking place from 23rd - 24th September in the grounds of The Garrison and Cathedral, will complement the existing September Weekend festivities by creating an illuminated ‘heritage light trail’ between the two sites, incorporating light installations made by local people. Light designer Scott Munro will illuminate both historical buildings to dramatic effect.

The Festival of Light is free to attend, thanks to the kind support of EventScotland and The Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design, and visitors will be able to pick up a complimentary map to guide them through the trail.

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

Sunday 18th September - 7.30pm - Tickets from £15.

24 Years of Rock ’n’ Rolling The World! This breathtaking show has rock ’n’ rolled audiences across the globe from Cardiff to California, Barking to Bangkok and Swindon to Sweden and is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles.

The Course of True Love

Tuesday 20th September - 7.30pm - Tickets from £8 Celia and Oliver are in the world’s most expensive hotel, drunk on the world’s most expensive champagne. It’s not good. They have thirty minutes to make up their minds about a risky proposal that could tear their lives apart.

Plan B for Utopia

Thursday 22nd September - 1pm - Tickets from £8.

A show about how we choose to live our lives; about having a dream, giving it up and trying again, but above all, it is a story about friendship.

Toasted Fiction Theatre: The Podcast Sessions

Thursday 29th September - 7.30pm - Tickets from £3.

A new audio series of short plays and stories created by playwright and director Christopher Patrick (The Constant Soldier, Full Stop).

Each month, a new episode features new writing from across Scotland. The episodes are recorded in front of a live audience and read by professional actors and Toasted Fiction Theatre.

The Rise and Inevitable Fall of Lucas Petit

Friday 23rd September - 7.30pm - Tickets from £8.

The most exciting thing in his life is his weekly trip to the B&Q cafe - and that’s just the way he likes it. But, one day, a chance encounter with a tramp, that may or not be God, throws his whole world into disarray as he is cast headfirst into the murky world of organised crime and disorganised religion.

Touching Cloth

(Studio) Friday 23rd September - 7.30pm - Tickets from £10.

This laugh a minute comedy set in the Glasgow Shipyards in the 1980’s will entertain you with great one liners as we follow John, Paul, George and Shug as they philosophise about life waiting in line for the toilet practically “Touching Cloth”!

Rura

Friday 30th September - 7.30pm - Tickets from £10.

Steven Blake, Adam Brown, David Foley, Adam Holmes and Jack Smedley’s exquisitely rugged, yet refined, blend of fiddle, highland pipes, whistle, flute, bodhran, guitar and voice has proven a resounding hit across the board, and a highlight of many of the world’s leading folk festivals, including Celtic Connections, Winnipeg, HebCelt and Shetland, amongst countless others.

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Lochwinnoch Community Walk

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The Cross, Lochwinnoch 10.30am

St Machar’s Ranfurly Church Hall

This event will not take place on public holidays.

Homemade soups, sandwiches, tea/coffee, biscuits. £4. Good food and company.

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Bishopton Belles Line Dancing

Table Top Sale

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Hall 6.30 - 8.30pm

Linwood Parish Church, Blackwood Ave 11am - 1pm

Beginner/Improver class. All welcome. Call David or Mair 07886 034037.

This is a free event. Call 01505 328802 for details.

Postnatal Support Group Crèche facilities available along with access to free counselling services if required.

every Wednesday Three Sisters Bake, Quarriers 10am - 12noon

Knitters of all levels welcome!

Skinny Minnies Cargill Hall, Bridge of Weir 7pm-8pm

For a healthier, slimmer, more energetic you!

every Thursday Weekly Volunteer Group Castle Semple, Lochwinnoch 12.30pm - 3.30pm

Conser vation Volunteers - adult group.

Newcomers always welcome.

every Saturday Weekly Volunteer Group Greenock Cut Visitor Centre 10.30am - 2.30pm

Conservation Volunteers, adult group. Newcomers always welcome.

1st SAT Cargill Centre, Kilmacolm 10am - 2pm

1st & 3rd SUN Loch Lomond Shores

10am - 3pm Tel: 07977 179 861

Kidston Hall, Kilmacolm 2pm - 4pm

Social activities group for the community in Kilmacolm. Guest speakers, afternoon tea, local issues of interest. Everyone welcome.

Crafty Hobbies Carrick Centre, Main Street, Houston 7.30pm

No previous craft experience necessary. Call Lorna on 01505 612844 for further details.

2nd Wednesday monthly Inverclyde Carers Outreach Cargill Centre, Kilmacolm 11am - 2pm

Email enquiries@inverclydecarerscentre.org.uk or call: 01475 735180.

2nd Thursday monthly Solas Bereavement Support Group The group meets in the Kidston Hall. 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Everyone welcome.

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 10am - 2pm

Home made soups, home baking, tea, coffee, books & lots of stalls. Great value! Disabled access. £4. regular updates @GryffeAds

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2nd SUN Kip Marina, Inverkip 11am - 4pm www.kipmarina.co.uk

McKillop Hall, Main St, Lochwinnoch

‘Outlook’

Remedial and Sports Massage is proven for treatment of musculoskeletal conditions by restoring structural alignment and increasing range of movement.

10am - 2pm Tel: 01655 770217

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Castle Semple, Lochwinnoch 10am - 12noon

Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy supports the existing health and vitality within the body to encourage natural healing and self-repair, effectively treating pain and symptoms arising from physical and emotional injuries, stress or trauma.

Paisley Cross

Youth volunteer Group - age 12 - 18 years.

Newcomers always welcome.

Weekly Volunteer Group

Having recently relocated to Kilmacolm I’d like to introduce Wellcentred, offering a holistic approach towards health and wellbeing through complementary therapies:

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Lochwinnoch Country Dance Club

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Reflexology stimulates energy flow through pressure points on the feet, targeting areas of tension and pain, inducing relaxation and rebalancing the whole system.

Paisley Abbey 10.30am - 12noon

Knitting Group

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It is not too early to start thinking how we are going to amuse ourselves during the Autumn and Winter evenings. Look no further, I have the answer! Come and join us in the McKillop Hall Lochwinnoch on Tuesday evenings from7.30 til 9.30pm. Classes resume on Tuesday 27th September and we would love to see some new faces. No experience is necessary, we have an extremely competent tutor and you will be made most welcome. For more details, please phone Lorna Black 01505 843048.

Johnstone Band Johnstone Band is pleased to be playing its Annual Concert on Friday 2nd September at 7.30pm in Johnstone Town Hall. The concert will feature guest soloist Sarah Stuart on violin. Entry is £5, payable on the door, free for under 18s.

Support your local brass band and enjoy an evening of musical entertainment.

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Where there’s a Will, there’s a way Kingsley Wood & Co Solicitors offer free Will Writing service to benefit local charity.

Local solicitors, Kingsley Wood & Co, Kilmacolm & Bridge of Weir are getting in the giving mood as they look ahead to their free ‘Make a Will’ fortnight, running between 3rd and 17th October.

In a bid to raise money for local social care charity, Quarriers’ and to highlight the importance of financial protection, Kingsley Wood & Co are gearing up again for two weeks of goodwill as they offer the community a chance to have a simple Will drawn up free of charge.

The Aviva Real Retirement Report (Winter 2015) revealed that 19% of over-55s are worried about the death of a partner and the financial risks it may bring. That’s why putting a Will in place can give extra peace of mind that loved ones will be taken care of.

With a professional Will costing upwards of £150, Kingsley Wood & Co are offering the opportunity to forgo any fees in favour of a charitable donation to Quarriers to help support children, families and adults from across Scotland reach their potential.

Kingsley said: “Making a Will is one of the most thoughtful and important things you can do to protect those you love. Yet it is surprising that fewer than half of population have made one. Most say they simply haven’t got around to it and yet it can take years to sort out someone’s estate if they die without a Will.”

He continues, “Legislation determines how an estate is divided if a person dies in Scotland without leaving a Will. The laws are intended to be fair, but they may not divide the estate in the way you would like. For example, if you have a partner to whom you are not married he or she may get nothing if you make no proper provision for them.”

Associate Alison Murphy added “We are delighted to be able to support local charity Quarriers again this year through this offer and hope to raise as much money as we can to help them deliver the vital support services they offer to local people across Scotland.”

Alice Harper, Quarriers Chief Executive said: “We are so grateful to Kingsley Wood & Co for offering up this fantastic service in aid of Quarriers for the second year running and we hope that this act of kindness will really get people in the giving mood.

“Quarriers helps children, families and adults from all across the country and it is as a result of the continued support of the public - and generous organisations such as Kingsley Wood & Co - that we are able to offer the people of Scotland a chance at a brighter future.”

Appointment bookings are now being taken and readers are advised to book early as demand is expected to be high during the fortnight.

Contact Kingsley or Alison at Kingsley Wood & Co on 01505 874114.

Other participating solicitors can be found on Quarriers’ website www.quarriers.org.uk or by emailing fundraising@quarriers.org.uk.

Mark Hathaway - opera singer, director and teacher - a resident of Kilmacolm, addressed the club at our dinner meeting at the River Inn on 20th July. After an excellent meal of soup and roast meats we were treated to a dessert in the form of a twenty-minute talk about Mark’s career in London and Scotland and a rendition of “True Love” from High Society. Mark will perform in Houston with his wife and musicians as part of the Carrick Nights Series at the Carrick Centre on Saturday 26th November. (Jamie Macdougall - BBC Classics unwrapped and Proms in the Park - with the Bardic Trio will be there on Saturday 29th October).

The Experience Twenty members and friends paid a visit to The Experience at Hillington on 27th July. The Experience is an admirable initiative by the Kibble Charity which seeks to provide opportunities for young people to gain pre-employment experience. The Rotary group enjoyed an excellent twocourse meal served in the Academy Restaurant, and were given a guided tour of the facilities, including the electric go-karts, slot-racing circuit, and the inside of a Boeing 737. The plane is highly visible outside the building, which has an important history as the factory where Rolls Royce built Merlin engines for Spitfires in WW2. Rotary has used The Experience already for evenings out for Young Carers and plans are being developed for another round of such outings in the winter.

Planning Planning at the business meeting on 3rd August included: Rotary BBQ and Disco with Archie on Friday 26th August at Brookfield Village Hall.

The next Rotary Car Wash at our corporate member Beaton Bros in Bridge of Weir will be held on Saturday 24th September 9.30am - 4.30pm. Bring your car for a top quality hand wash and make a donation to the Therapeutic Toy Library project at Corseford School, Johnstone, to help severely disabled children. We are closing in on our target of £10,000.

Kingsley Wood & Co, Solicitors & Notaries, Burnside Chambers, Kilmacolm PA13 4ET Tel: 01505 874114 Email: mail@kingsleywood.co.uk Web: www. kingsleywood.co.uk

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ReMode and Love Music Pop Up Record Fayre in October

YEP! Film Mash-up Workshop starts 30th August

ReMode is teaming up with Love Music to hold a Pop-up Vinyl Fayre on Saturday 22nd October between 11.30 and 4pm at ReMode, 39 High Street Lochwinnoch. Have a look in your attic or basement for the long ago dismissed but not forgotten LPs, look through your current vinyl collection and pencil in this event date. Exchange your vinyls at the usual Love Music Rate (cash) and/or tokens to spend on ReMode’s unique clothing range for young people.

Fashion Show and Swish Event – 8th October 7 till 9pm

If you’re between 16 and 25 years of age, why not sign up to learn some new film making skills with LEAP’s YEP! There are a few places left and you can book a place on the weekly course by contacting gilliansteel@ myleapproject.org / tel: 01505 842 530. But Hurry!

Back by popular demand, and this year run by LEAP’s Remode - a unique Fashion Show and Swish Event at Kilbarchan Guide Hall.

Book your tickets as soon as possible because there’s bound to be a rush for them and therefore we have a £3 booking fee for the event. For tickets, contact LEAP via our website at www.myleapproject. org/contact or pop into ReMode at High Street, Lochwinnoch or our LEAP offices at Church Street or Advance Place, Bridge of Weir.

Circular Economy Workshops and Talkshops and Events coming our way During September and October, LEAP is running a series of workshops and Talkshops on Recycling, Upcycling, Repair and Re-design. We really want to raise awareness of the new economy, aptly named ‘the Circular Economy’ - yes that’s right, it’s one that doesn’t end in landfill, avoids pollution, saves money and encourages us all to investigate what we buy, how we use our purchases and what new options exist to support a more ethical and environmental way of living and consuming. If you or your community group, charity, school, uniformed organisation are interested in getting involved, want to host a session, event, workshop or talkshop, would like to become a contributor or speaker, or you want to find out more and attend one of these sessions, email lesley@myleapproject.org. You can also keep a look out for more details on the LEAP website news pages or to get the latest information directly to your inbox, by signing up for the LEAP e-newsletter at www.myleapproject.org/contact.

Learn to use Green Screen with video to set action in any time or space imaginable, mix animation and live action. Use a Bolex wind up black and white film camera - the precursor to the camera on your phone - just 20 times heavier and instead of storing the picture on a memory card, create amazing looking footage with trick effects, double exposures and mattes.

All that’s left for you to do is to process in a solution of Vitamin C and instant coffee, jamming it together and uploading your finished masterpiece to Youtube and Facebook. Sounds exciting and new - get to grips with film and create a new sense of the world!

From Moscow to Houston Cancer Support Scotland Charity Cycle is Electrifying!

Local Kilbarchan resident, Kenny Young took to his cycle, a LEAP Electric Bike, on Sunday 21st August for the Cancer Support Scotland 2016 charity event from Moscow to Houston. The charity cycle took Kenny and many other riders through Ayrshire, South and West Glasgow and into Renfrewshire, where they finished the 35 mile long route at the Houston Inn. In preparation for the charity event, Kenny clocked up 156 cycle miles in the last 8 weeks on his favoured Synergie Electric bike and the same on his own cycle. ‘This challenge has required enormous stamina and months of preparation, but it’s been worthwhile to fundraise for Cancer Support Scotland. A big Thanks to LEAP and the other organisations, family and friends for all their support and sponsorship!’

New Intern joins the LEAP Team A big welcome to Ellis Anderson, who has joined the LEAP team as the new Marketing and Communications Intern.

Her appointment has been funded by Renfrewshire Council through its ‘Invest in Renfrewshire and Social Enterprise Development Fund’ and in her new role she will focus on supporting LEAP Energy business switch services to help local businesses save money on their energy bills.

Spectacular Flooring For Summer Homes A Scottish Summer isn’t always guaranteed but your flooring can be.

Orchard Flooring has over 15 years experience in fitting Karndean and Amtico and we pride ourselves on excellent customer service and clear communications. We want you to walk out that door knowing that, not only do you have a floor that looks and feels spectacular, but that will continue to do so for many years to come.

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Whether your old floor is water damaged, fitted badly or simply needing a breath of fresh air, Karndean and Amtico are the ideal choice for your busy homes and businesses.

With a huge collection of styles, colours and textures available, from the classic Van Gogh range, to something a little more unique like Ships Decking effect, you are bound to find the perfect fit for your home.

With a home sampling service why not give us a call and be on your way to a stunning floor from Orchard Flooring.

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LOCAL INFORMATION community council Visitors are welcome at these monthly meetings.

BISHOPTON: Primary School: 1st Thurs at 7.30pm www.bishoptoncouncil.com BRIDGE OF WEIR: Cargill Hall 1st Tuesday 7pm.

(NB: no meetings July, August and January) w w w . bridgeofweir.org BROOKFIELD: Brookfield Village Hall: 7.30pm in February, April, June, August, October and December on 2nd Thursday of the month.

HOUSTON: Carrick Centre: 3rd Wed at 7.30pm www.houstoncommcouncil@yahoo.co.uk HOWWOOD: Village Hall: 2nd Tues at 7.30pm. www.howwood.com/community-council.php KILBARCHAN: Steeple Hall: monthly at 7.30pm. www.kilbarchan.info/community_council.html KILMACOLM & QUARRIERS: Last Tues at 7.30pm, Kilmacolm Cargill Centre (NB: No meetings: July or Dec) www.kilmacolmcc.co.uk LANGBANK: Church Hall: 2nd Wed at 7.30pm LOCHWINNOCH: Bowling Club: 1st Tues at 7.30pm

community halls to let Bridge of Weir, Freeland Church. Tel: 612245 Brookfield, Village Hall. Tel: 335562 Houston, Carrick Centre. Tel: 612203 / 331488 Houston, Compass Centre. Tel: 615441 / 612617 Kilbarchan, Guide Centre. Tel: 702758.

Kilbarchan, Old Library Centre. Tel: 706070 Kilmacolm, Cargill Centre. Tel: 873994 Kilmacolm, Brownie/Guide Hut. Tel: 874428 Kilmacolm, Masonic Hall. Tel: 873059 Linwood Masonic Hall. Tel: 07825 222944 Please add your community hall details to our list email to info@advertizer.co.uk

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The Black Cart Mills 1: Rowbank Burn

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This is the first of several articles on the mills on the Black Cart and its tributaries, from its source to the Clyde. The Black Cart flows all the way from Barr Loch, via Johnstone and Linwood, to join the Gryffe and the White Cart, before meeting the Clyde near Renfrew. The Black Cart itself powered at least a dozen mills. It is fed by various lesser burns which rise in the hills between Barr Loch and Kilbirnie Loch and define the RenfrewshireAyrshire border. These smaller burns powered another dozen mills.

The Rowbank (or Moor) Burn forms the border between Renfrewshire and Ayrshire, between Lochwinnoch Parish and Beith. The burn is not very big, but it makes up for this by falling more than 100 metres, giving the potential to power numerous mills. Most were clustered around the three main bridging points of the burn.

At Clarksbridge, a toll point on the original turnpike road into Ayrshire (now the A737), there were several mills, including a lint mill (for dressing flax before it was spun) and a thread mill (for twisting yarn into sewing thread). Just above the bridge was Loanhead (or Rowbank) bleachfield and printfield, which became quite large. Further downstream in the 1850s, on a minor tributary, was a smaller bleachfield at Grangehill.

The next bridge up the burn from Clerksbridge was at Mill of Beith, an old grain mill on the Ayrshire bank. Just upstream, near Knowes, was a traditional waulk mill for fulling (or softening) cloth, to which was added the larger Knowes cotton mill in the early 1800s. Further up, also on the Ayrshire side of the burn, was another lint mill near Brownmuir.

At the third and final bridge, at the appropriately named Newmill, was another traditional grain mill, with a very long lade. The burn finally petered out on Shutterflat Muir and, via the Muirhead Burn, below Walls Hill.

Today the Rowbank Burn has been changed greatly by the whinstone quarries along its banks, and by Barcraigs reservoir at its headwaters. At its foot, the burn flows via the Dubbs Water, into Barr Loch. On the opposite side of the Dubbs, the Maich Water forms the boundary between Lochwinnoch and Kilbirnie Parishes. Near the foot of the burn was a water powered engine for draining a coal pit at Nervelstone.

The Dubbs Water is the high point of the rivers in the area, often flowing in both directions, draining the bogland between Kilbirnie Loch, the headwaters of the River Irvine (flowing east), and Barr Loch, which flows into the Black Cart, and begins our journey west towards the sea. © 2016 Stuart Nisbet

Paisley Abbey Drain Trail Paisley Abbey until Wednesday 7th September.

Discover the magnificent Abbey Drain, an imposing stone lined tunnel underneath the 12th century Paisley Abbey as part of Paisley Abbey Drain Archaeological Trail Doors Open Day. Unique to Britain, the abbey’s drain was built by master craftsmen sometime in the 14th century and is up to two metres high in parts.

Johnstone History Society Our Society meetings resume on the 13th of September but on the 3rd and 4th of September we will be participating in Doors Open Day. There will be a display and an activity for children, also on both days there will be a walk round the historical sites of Johnstone leaving from the museum at 2pm and lasting approximately one and a half hours.

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100 years ago this month - Sept 1916 Captain George Balfour, Highland Light Infantry, attached 4th Northumberland Fusiliers On the Western Front in September 1916 the Battle of the Somme was in its third month. The British Army had been incurring losses that averaged 3,000 each day for gains by mid-September of about three to five miles over a fifteen-mile-wide bulge of the front line: hard won ground.

George James Balfour was born in Hillhead, Glasgow, the third in the family of Andrew Balfour, a well-known Glasgow architect and Margaret Frew, also from Glasgow.

Andrew Balfour’s practice, initially in partnership with Harry Steele, had a substantial portfolio prior to the war including Largs Parish Church, a number of schools, Pollokshields Congregational Church, and The Quinta, Bridge of Weir (the home of Harry Steele).

By 1911 the family had moved to Rostrevor, a substantial villa in Kilbarchan Road, Bridge of Weir. George was 13, and attending the High School of Glasgow. On leaving school he joined Nobel’s Ltd. In mid-September 1914, he enlisted in the 6th Battalion of the Highland Light Infantry, barely 17 years old, and received his commission one year later. Second Lieutenant Balfour was sent to the front line in France in July 1916, attached to the 4th Battalion, Northumberland Fusiliers. He was killed in action on 15th September 1916 when the battalion took part in its first large scale attack in the Battle of Flers-Courcelette, within the Somme offensive, significant for the first use of the tank in warfare. He was nineteen.

A senior officer’s letter to his father reads; “Your son fell gallantly leading his men in an attack in which they did magnificently and it will be little consolation to you to know that his life was not sacrificed in vain. He is buried on the battlefield where he fell.”

His grave is in Delville Wood Cemetery.

George’s older brother Andrew Campbell Balfour served with the Highland Light Infantry, was twice mentioned in despatches and in June 1918 was awarded the Military Cross. He survived the war, got married and was enjoying a successful career as a company secretary when he died of acute bronchitis and pneumonia in 1925, just 34 years old, his health probably ruined by the war.

Their father Andrew conceived the design of the Bridge of Weir Memorial unveiled in 1921, his tribute to the men of Bridge of Weir, and a son already lost. Unknown to him, it would also become a silent reminder to another son with only a few years left to live.

Read more about George’s life and untimely death at http://www.bridgeofweirmemorial. co.uk and in the book “Supreme Sacrifice: A Small Village and the Great War” published by Birlinn.

Gordon Masterton

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by Carl Melvin, Affluent Financial Planning Ltd

Lottery Do’s & Don’ts

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Following the great news that a local person won almost £15 Million on the National Lottery, we all dream of what we would do if we won the Lottery. Here is some advice if you suddenly have a big windfall

I know two swallows don’t make a summer – as dull as that summer may be – but when I get two ‘ransomware’ virus variants in one week that I cannot repair - it makes for a Viral Armageddon in my book!

(Not to be too overly dramatic about it).

1. Keep Quiet - keep your win to yourself and don’t tell a soul. Absolutely refuse any publicity from the Lottery people, it will bring you unwanted attention and begging letters - or worse.

Ransomware is computer malware that executes a data encryption attack and demands a ransom payment to restore data. Since it first appeared we have seen various copycat versions that try to extort money through the encryption or perceived encryption of your user data. In the past they might flag up a fake ‘Police warning’ notice on your computer screen asking you to pay a fine for your legal redemption. Now they are more direct, encrypting your user data before your eyes and telling you that you need to pay to get it back.

The bad news is that the files are truly encrypted with military grade technology that, unless you have backup, you will be left to consider paying for in Bitcoin - that’s an untraceable online currency currently trading at 430 GBP.

2. Make copies - of your winning ticket and sign on the back (if permitted).

Rent a deposit box at a bank and keep the original there until you claim.

3. Don’t claim straight away - you need time to let the win sink in and to get professional advice on what to do. You may have up to six months or more to claim your win, so get organised before you do so.

4. Professional Advice - engage a solicitor, financial planner and tax accountant to advise you on the legal, financial and tax issues you now face.

5. Don’t make big sudden changes - resist the temptation to immediately quit your job, buy a flash car or big house. Take time to consider what you want to do and what you want to buy.

6. Pay off your debts - once you have planned and executed your lottery claim, repay any debts you have and ensure your taxes have been paid to the taxman.

7. Consider the long term - have your financial planner develop a lifetime cash flow plan to make sure your money will last a lifetime. Plan any big purchases or gifts to make sure you don’t end up poor later on.

8. Consider gifting - to your family, church or charity once you are sure that you will be fine in the long term.

9. Beware Taxes - especially Inheritance Tax payable when you die. If you leave a big estate, your beneficiaries may face a big tax bill.

10. Enjoy your wealth - money is to be spent and enjoyed in this life because you can’t take it with you. Be sensible and you will have financial freedom and be able to help your family to achieve this too.

This information is not financial advice. If you require advice you should consult a professional adviser. The first meeting is normally free and there is no obligation.

Call us for a FREE financial review on 01505 59 50 60 or info@affluentfp.co.uk.

Alternatively, pop into the Affluent office opposite Amaretto restaurant on Main Street, Bridge of Weir. www.affluentfp.co.uk

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This is an extremely profitable trade for the virus authors and their affiliates. Over the past few years, malware authors have refined their infection techniques and sold their services, almost like a franchise, to distributors who in turn will make a cut. This ‘Ransomware-as-aService’ gains more traction every day among the world’s shadys.

Interestingly, the newest variant of Cryptolocker, called ‘locky’, will detect the platform language of a computer and, if it is Russian, will delete itself.

I believe these threats are going to become even more prevalent in the coming years and will probably become, in one way or another, the primary data security threat that we will face. Keep in mind that this threat is an urgent reminder of the importance of backup. With Cryptolocker, the encrypted files cannot be recovered.

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Scotland’s Dementia Awards 2016 Finalist Campbell Snowdon House in Quarrier’s village has been shortlisted in the Best innovation in continuing care category for Scotland’s Dementia Awards 2016.

The Awards ceremony will take place on the 22nd September, at The Marriott Glasgow. The ceremony will commence at 2pm, with a reception being held after the main ceremony from 4pm - 5pm, at which Campbell Snowdon will be represented by staff, residents, residents’ family and the executive committee.

Scotland’s Dementia Awards provide an opportunity for professionals and communities, who are committed to enhancing the health, well being and experience of people with dementia and their families, to have their work recognised and promoted. The award scheme will help showcase the creativity, innovation and dedication that makes a real difference to the daily lives of people with dementia and their families. It aims to clearly demonstrate how, across Scotland, policy is being sustainably put into best shared practice.

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Weir Networking Business Group Friday 30th September - Amaretto, Bridge of Weir With an interesting variety of speakers over the past months, Weir Networking has become an important part of the local business community.

Come along on Friday morning, at 9.30am, to find out more and see what we can do to help you and your business. We meet for breakfast and a chat in Amaretto Ristorante, 60 Main Street, Bridge of Weir.

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Cycle for Summer LEAP asked Exercise Physiotherapist, Dr Morag Thow (MCSP, BSc, Dip PE. MBE) to provide an expert opinion on the merits of cycling to sustain and improve Health and Fitness: The Importance of Regular Exercise To be fit and healthy you need to be physically active. Regular physical activity can help protect you from serious diseases such as obesity, coronary heart disease, some cancers, mental illness, type 2 diabetes and improves or prevents arthritis.

Riding your bicycle regularly is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of health problems associated with a sedentary or inactive lifestyle.

Cycling is a healthy, low-impact exercise that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from young children to older adults. It is also fun, cheap and good for the environment.

Riding to work or the shops is one of the most time-efficient ways to combine regular exercise with your everyday routine.

Cycling for health and fitness It only takes 150 minutes a week to achieve a general improvement to your health. Cycling is: • Low impact - it causes less strain, impact and injuries than most other forms of exercise.

• A good muscle workout for your legs • Easy form of activity most people know how to ride a bike and, once you learn, you don’t forget.

• Good for strength and stamina - cycling increases stamina, strength and aerobic fitness.

• As intense as you want - cycling can be done at very low intensity to begin with, if recovering from injury or illness, but can be built up to a demanding physical workout.

• A fun way to get fit - the adventure and buzz you get from coasting down hills and being outdoors means you are more likely to continue to cycle regularly, compared to other physical activities that keep you indoors or require special times or places.

• When weather is bad you can have an indoor bike to still get the benefits of cycling • Time-efficient - as a mode of transport, cycling replaces sedentary (sitting) time spent driving motor vehicles or using trams, trains or buses with healthy exercise.

All businesses welcome - just £5 per person!

Bowfield Hotel & Country Club, Howwood

Do you want the skills to help save a life?

BHF September 2016 Lead by Lochwinnoch and Howwood Heart Start We have more dates available for the FREE two hour course in 2016.

Wednesday 14th September 7 - 9pm Bowfield Hotel Howwood If you are inserted in attending contact Morag on morag.thow@gcu. ac.uk or 01505 843183 The course is practical and deals with; • An unconscious casualty • Cardiac arrest • How to use a AED • Suspected heart attack • Choking

• Serious bleeding

Dr Morag Thow and Liz Simpson

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Flower & Art Festival St Mary’s Church, Bridge of Weir - Sun 4th to Sun 11th September Flu season is approaching so it is time to consider contacting your GP practice to arrange a flu jab. Flu can be a serious illness. Most people only catch flu once or twice in a lifetime and are often significantly unwell for a few weeks.

The flu vaccine will not stop the coughs and colds we all get every winter.

Anyone who suffers from a health condition, who is pregnant or who is 65 or over should be immunised.

If you have a health condition, flu can hit you hardest. The vaccine is the safest and most effective way of protecting yourself.

Conditions and diseases which can make flu much more serious include: asthma, chronic lung disease, chronic heart disease, chronic kidney failure and diabetes.

If you have any of the above conditions or any other serious health condition, even if you feel fit and healthy, please speak to your GP practice to find out if you should have the flu vaccine. Flu can seriously affect you, so it is worthwhile being immunised to avoid unnecessary worry for you and those close to you.

If you have children who suffer from any of the conditions above, they should be vaccinated too.

Again this year, pre-school children over the age of two are being offered immunisation, in the form of a simple nasal spray, at their GP practice. Primary school pupils will be immunised in school with the consent of their parents.

If you are pregnant, you are at greater risk of complications from flu. Having the vaccine now could help you avoid catching flu and protect your baby.

Unpaid carers of any age, including young carers, are also eligible for the flu vaccine.

The vaccine takes around ten days to work and should protect you from flu for around a year. You have to be immunised annually because the virus changes constantly and your immunity reduces over time. Last year’s vaccine will not necessarily protect you from this year’s flu viruses.

Please note: no egg-free vaccines will be available this year.

The flu vaccine can’t give you flu, but it can stop you catching it.

Bridge of Weir Choral Society St. Columba Church Hall, Kilmacolm.

New members are welcome to join the Bridge of Weir Choral Society.

Our rehearsals recommence in the small hall of St. Columba Church, Kilmacolm on Tuesday 6th September at 7.30pm.

The coming repertoire includes Christmas Carols, excerpts from Messiah and Mozart’s Mass in C Minor.

For more information please ‘phone the Choir President Ernie Smyth on 01505 702997 or email: esandlasmyth@gmail.com

(Childrens Open Doors stamps available 4th September) Our theme this year will be ‘Stained Glass’. Ourselves and other local churches will be presenting flower arrangements on this theme. There will also be an exhibition of paintings and artworks, some of which will be for sale. Tea, coffee and home baking will be served every day from 1.00pm 3.30pm except Sunday 11th when there will be a Vintage Afternoon Tea served from 2.30pm.

Programme of Events Sunday 4th September Festival Opens at 12.30pm with the Flower and Art Exhibition Puppet Shows 2.30pm and 3.30pm Monday 5th 1pm - 3.30pm Flower and Art Exhibition Tuesday 6th 1pm - 3.30pm Flower and Art Exhibition Wednesday 7th 1pm - 3.30pm Flower and Art Exhibition 7pm ‘Stained Glass and Glass Art’ Lecture by Eilidh Mackenzie, Glass Artist Thursday 8th 11.00 am Festival Eucharist with the Rt Rev. Dr Gregor Duncan, Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway. All welcome 1pm - 3.30pm Flower and Art Exhibition

Friday 9th 1pm - 3.30pm Flower and Art Exhibition 7.30pm Festival Concert - 'Brass for a Summer Evening' featuring show tunes and contemporary and traditional pieces Saturday 10th 1pm - 3.30pm Flower and Art Exhibition Sunday 11th 10am United Service 2.30pm - 4.30pm Vintage Afternoon Tea with String Quartet ~ Festival Ends ~ We very much look forward to seeing you at any of these events. Car park opposite the church over the footbridge

A real spectacle awaits!

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I Can’t Sing!

Ladies, maybe you’re not as bad as you think!! Why not come along and give the Langbank Singers a try? The new session starts on Thursday 1st September at 7.30pm in Langbank Church Hall, and we’re keen to welcome new members.

Can’t read music? No problem! The only criteria are that you enjoy singing and don’t take things too seriously. Phone 01475 540752 for more info. bishopton, langbank & bridge of weir

Langbank Bridge Club

Langbank Bridge Club is a small friendly Club, which does not take itself too seriously. New members would be most welcome or just come along with or without a partner, to see if you like it!

The new season commences on Wednesday 21st September at 7.30 pm in the Village Centre, Middlepenny Road, Langbank.

Further details from Sheila Cowan, tel. 01475.540609.

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Bridge of Weir Community Council Craft Fair Bridge of Weir Community Council are holding a craft fair on Saturday 17th September from 10am to 2pm in the Royal British Legion.

There will be ÂŁ2 entry fee with tea/ coffee and cake included. All funds raised will go to future projects that the Community Council are working on.

With lots of interesting and unique arts and crafts to browse, we expect it to be a great day for the whole village to enjoy. A prize hamper will be available to win in our raffle and refreshments will be available.

Similarly, if you or someone you know has a creative side and would be interested in showing off your wares, stalls are still available for a fee of ÂŁ15. Contact Natalie Don at nataliedon23@gmail.com or get in touch via our Facebook page.

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As I write this article, we are well up there in second place in the medal tables for the Rio Olympics. Many congratulations to the GB team. Long may our investment in sports facilities continue, and that should include the villages as well.

Virgin Media have unveiled 10 communities in the UK that will be offered a fibre to the premise (FTTP) service as part of their ‘Supercharging Local Communities’ initiative. Bridge of Weir residents were busy and got the village into 3rd place.

Work should start on the cable ducting in September and be complete around March 2017. Narrow trenches will be used to minimise disruption. If you have an issue with the street works, speak to the work gangs on site, but if you are not satisfied, you can call 0870 888 3116.

Good luck to the Bishopton Community Fibre Partnership which has been set up on Facebook to press Openreach to lay fibre cable to Dargavel North. In Langbank, fibre has been laid to the BT cabinet at the bottom of Station Road so many residents will have seen an improvement although speeds still fall short of many other communities. More cabinets in the village would increase broadband speeds.

Prior to the road resurfacing of Clevans Road in Bridge of Weir, Council got in touch with Virgin Media to ask them to carry out their broadband ducting in the pavement which would have allowed us to resurface the road and pavement at the same time, but they were unable to mobilise any time this side of September so the footway works will be carried out later. I am looking forward to resurfacing of the roads A8 Greenock Road, Kingston Road, and Erskine Ferry Road in Bishopton and Station Road in Langbank.

There are a number of planning applications in the ward that will be coming to committee and Full Council for consideration. As I am on the Planning Board I am not allowed to express an opinion or I may disqualify myself from voting on the matter. I suggest that you keep up to speed by checking your community council websites and facebook pages. I am of course happy to give any information on applications, just not allowed to express an opinion.

Just this week, a new Proposed Residential Development (16/0571/PP) has been submitted for the erection of a residential development (in principle) on land at Whitelint Gate. The recent application for a proposed retail development (16/0423/PP) on the adjacent site has received a significant volume of objections - 243 to date. Although both applications fall within the category of ‘Local’ and are therefore capable of being determined under the Council’s Scheme of Delegation to Officers, in both instances these applications will instead be placed before the Planning and Property Policy Board for a decision.

Congratulations to Mark Dougan in the recent bi-election at Renfrew South & Gallowhill who managed to increase the Conservative vote by an amazing 9.1%.

This time SNP gained the seat from Labour.

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The Long Slumber James Walker Hastie is a Bridge of Weir based author. His novel, The Long Slumber, which is available on Amazon, is the story of a young man’s pursuit of happiness.

Amura lives in a parochial village, ensconced in a seemingly impenetrable and endless forest into which the inhabitants never venture.

‘No good will come from going there,’ his father tells him; and so like his peers Amura is conditioned too, though the tempering of his will is strained by the many tales with which the ‘storyteller’ regales the children; tales of adventure, and of the many lands that lie beyond the guarded enclave in which the villagers live out their lives.

Amura is most compelled by the story of the wish-granting tree.

‘Wish wisely,’ the storyteller warns, for he knows the wish-granting tree to be a state of mind and that its physical manifestation is merely a siren to lure the foolish. But in his youthful folly Amura pays no heed to the storyteller’s wise counsel.

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Bishopton Open Door Group Summer’s almost over and it’s time to think what we can do to keep fit through the autumn and winter when it’s too cold and wet for the bowling Green and the Golf Course or garden.

We run keep fit courses for older adults ages from 50+ in Bishopton Scout Hall.

Many thanks to everyone who has sponsored me for the zip slide that I will be doing for charity on 3rd September in aid of St Vincent’s Hospice, RAMH, Renfrewshire Carers, and Accord Hospice. Hopefully I will get down in one piece.

Women class starts on Wednesdays from September 14th at 9.30am for one hour and keep fit for men of 50+ also on Wednesdays at 10.30am for one hour starting on the same date.

Surgeries: Bishopton Community Library - 1st Monday of every month (6.30pm), Cargill Hall - 2nd Monday of every month (6.30pm), Langbank Parish Church Hall - 3rd Monday of every month (6.30pm).

Enrolling takes place for both courses on Wednesday 7th September from 10am - 11am in the Scout Hall, off Greenock Road, Bishopton.

Contact: 0300-300-1291 or email cllr.james.maclaren@renfrewshire.gov.uk . Also on Facebook: www.facebook.com/councillormaclaren “Working with you and improving our local area”. Please feel free to contact me with any of your concerns, and I am happy to meet with you at a mutually convenient time.

Both courses are taken by well known keep fit instructor Kenny McDonald.

Further information from Sarah Cruishank on 01505 341420.

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This is just 48 hrs worth of fly tipping around Bishopton now that the civic amenity site at Erskine is closed. This was predicted by all community Councils!

The opening meeting for the new session will be a Beetle Drive, Bring and Buy Sale, and Cheese and Wine (soft drinks will also be available!) It is a chance to catch up on any news missed during the Summer Break. Thursday, September 15th,The Village Centre, Middlepenny Road at 7.30pm.

Please join us for a good village get together everybody welcome.

Fly Tipping in Bishopton!

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The Bridge, Main Street, Bridge of Weir Preparations are well under way for Christmas. From the end of September our selection of Christmas Cards, Wrapping Paper, Tags, Diaries and Money Wallets will be on sale.

Alison Bannerman, local artist and trustee of The Bridge, has designed a Christmas card for 2016. Another charity card relating to “The Bridge” will also be on sale this year as well as a selection of Traidcraft Cards. All cards, including the ever popular individual “Greetings from Bridge of Weir” card will be available from our Christmas display.

The Bridge ‘2017 Calendar’ will be on sale from mid month and makes a perfect gift. Our thanks again go to the members of the Paisley Colour Photographic Club who have provided stunning photographs. The A4 sized calendar incorporates twelve colourful photographs of scenes and landmarks around Bridge of Weir.

Hear to Help Service - on 3rd October between 10.00 and 12.30, the Hear to Help Service will host a talk on hearing loss together with a demonstration of equipment. The aim is to encourage more people to use their service in The Bridge every 3rd Friday. Entry is by invitation as spaces are limited. Please call into The Bridge to pick up your invitation.

(Opening Hours: Mon – 9am to 5pm (PO closed 12 noon to 12.30pm); Tues & Fri – 1pm to 5pm; Wed & Thu – 10am to 2pm; Sat – 9am to 1pm)

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~ Azzuro Coffee

~ Hot cookie dough

~ Hot Chocolate

~ Hot Belgium waffles

~ Sundaes

~ Freshly made crepes

~ Old traditional sweets in jars

~ Slushes/milkshakes

~ Old school caramel cake

~ Hot Dogs Come and visit us to try our delicious award winning ice cream and deserts. If you can’t make it in, don’t worry, we now do home deliveries. You can phone the shop on 01505 229674 or place your order through ‘Just Eat’ online. Our old school caramel cake is the talk of the town and selling out fast every day.

We can also cater for birthday parties and can deliver ice cream and sweetie party bags out of hours.

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Community Council The Community Council has received advance warning of an imminent planning application being submitted for 49 housing units at Whitelint Gate, Johnstone Road. This application is separate from the proposed retail development currently going through the Planning process. Keep in touch with our web page www. bridgeofweir.org and our Face Book page for updates.

In August the Community Council were represented at the pre-determination hearing called by Renfrewshire Council’s Planning and Property Policy Board regarding the planning application submitted by Gladman’s for 80 houses on land lying to the north of Kilmacolm Road.

The Community Council hosted a meeting on behalf of Virgin Media to discuss their network expansion into Bridge of Weir. Virgin Media were represented

by Kyle Dodd, Community Liaison Officer and Martin Sutherland, Delivery and Compliance Engineer. Drew McNab, Transportation Manager at Renfrewshire Council also attended.

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The works are due to start in mid-September with the Lintwhite area being the first phase, and are expected to be completed by March 2017.

The works will involve a narrow trench over the pavements and will have a 2 year warranty.

Concerns were raised that due to a considerable number of unadopted pavements and roads within the village some residents may miss out. Virgin said they have dedicated officers who will look into this. They have promised to keep disturbance to a minimum, however if any resident or business experiences difficulties they should speak to the work gangs on site. They have a supervisor who will resolve any issues there and then. If this route of escalation is unsuccessful or there is no visible work gang on your street then they advise you contact their help line on 0870 888 3116. Virgin will be holding an open day for the Public details to follow.

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On Friday 9th September at 7.00pm we are hosting our annual party to thank the volunteers for their support. If interested in knowing more about The Bridge, please join us. During the evening we are to celebrate the launch of the book “Supreme Sacrifice”, an account of Bridge of Weir during The Great War written by members of The Memorial Society. Deliveries of the book are now expected in early September and can be purchased at a cost of £9.99.

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For years the Community Council has approached McGill’s buses for a fairer ticketing policy on the X7. As part of the recent review of McGill’s fare restructuring they have introduced a Zone 4 ticket allowing all day travel between Bridge of Weir and Glasgow - ticket price £4.70.

The Community Council was approached by members of the British Legion regarding a large hole in the fence immediately behind their premises. The hole was cut earlier in the year to allow for access to large scale drainage works on the riverbank. As this fence is the property of Renfrewshire Council we have written to them demanding they use their powers to have the fence repaired.

The top set of swings in Houston Road Park have been missing during the summer, this is the swings used by older children. Surely Renfrewshire Council have responsibilities to provide play equipment. We will once again request reinstatement.

A date for your Diary Saturday 17th September, Community Council Craft Fair, Royal British Legion from 10am till 2pm.

The next meeting of the Community Council will be held on Tuesday 6th September at 7pm in the Cargill Hall.

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Bridge of Weir Tenants and Residents Association Bridge of Weir Tenants and Residents Association held their first meeting after their summer break on Tuesday 16th August.

The meeting was well attended and our thanks go to Councillors Maria Brown and James MacLaren, Housing Officer Barry Scott, the Police and members of Renfrewshire Wardens Service for their attendance.

The Police report covering TARA’s three month break showed that over the period twenty seven crimes were committed within the village of which six were detected. The offences reported included five attempted house break-ins, three common assaults, two breaches of the peace, two road traffic offences and by far the biggest reported crime, eight vandalism. The Police would like to point out that crimes within the village reached their peak at the start of the three month period and have tapered off since and it’s been relatively quiet at present.

The Wardens Service reported that they had seen no evidence of increased fly-tipping within the confines of the village since the downgrading of a number of recycling and dumping facilities across Renfrewshire. With Underwood Road in Paisley being the only fully manned facility there have been a number of fly-tipping incidents reported through social media around Renfrewshire, however this doesn’t appear to have impinged on Bridge of Weir. However residents need to remain vigilant and report any possible incidents to the Wardens Service.

There are pavements around the village waiting to be resurfaced and the delay is due to the imminent arrival of Virgin Media into the village. Once their cabling is laid those pavements which are due for resurfacing will have the work done.

TARA would like to thank everyone who supported our stall on Gala Day and for their generosity as we raised £281 on the day, which will help enormously with our running costs over the coming year.

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Langbank Craft Night Friday 7th October - Langbank Village Hall from 7.30pm This is an evening where you watch a local expert create an item, and then join in to make it yourself. Crafts included are card making, gift bags and boxes, and gift wrapping. All ideal skills to learn as Christmas approaches.

Tickets are £5 to include drinks and savouries, and can be bought from Mary Bonner or at Church on Sunday morning.

The next meeting of Bridge of Weir Tenants and Residents Association will be held in the Pirie Centre, Freeland Church on Tuesday 20th September at 7.30pm. As always all are welcome, so if you’ve got a local issue concerning the village you’d like to get off your chest, why not come along and air your views. bishopton, langbank & bridge of weir

St Machar’s Ranfurly Church The church in Bridge of Weir is taking part in Renfrewshire Doors Open on Saturday 3rd September. The church will be open to visitors from 10am to 4pm. Tea and coffee will be served. A quiz for children will be available. All welcome.

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Bridge of Weir Messy Church For a variety of reasons, the Messy Church team are taking a break for a few months. We will be back on the 1st Sunday in December for the Christingle service and will look forward to seeing everyone again.

Whilst we are based at Freeland church, we are keen to invite and involve anyone in Bridge of Weir and the surrounding area who may be interested in coming along or helping out. If anyone is interested, please contact Catherine Daly 07980 649377 or use the Facebook page (Bridge of Weir Messy Church).

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Well done to all our young people in ward 1 and Inverclyde who did so well with their school exam results this year. To those who possibly did not fare as well I wish them all the best whether staying on at school, going on to tertiary education, in to training or starting employment.

I have recently received more complaints about parking issues in Kilmacolm. I have passed these complaints on to officials.

From the beginning of the parking process I have said that I felt it was unfair to compare every area of Inverclyde in the same way as Greenock town centre. The district town centres issues are not the same as those of our rural villages.

John Mundell, Inverclyde Council’s Chief Executive, is retiring from his post this month after ten years in charge. John took over as Chief Executive in 2006 and has done very well over the last ten years introducing many changes in Inverclyde along the way. I wish John and his family all the very best for the future.

This summer certainly provided a festival of sport. First we had the Euro football championships from France, followed by Wimbledon where Andy Murray won the final for the second time and the Olympics from Brazil where the British team excelled coming second with a record breaking 67 medals. But sport events were not only confined to France, Rio and London’s Wimbledon as on our own door step in June Inverclyde ran the very successful Powerboat P1 Scottish Grand Prix. In the past we also held two successful Tall Ships events. With our location, beautiful scenery and coastal waters it shows what we can achieve in Inverclyde.

Here is to other great events being held in Inverclyde in the future.

My next surgeries in September will be advertised in the local newspaper, on the Inverclyde Council website and my surgery posters. Anyone wanting to contact me in between surgeries can do so by phoning me through my office on 01475 712727 or my mobile number 07747 765 839 or by emailing me at jim.macleod@inverclyde.gov.uk or writing to me at Inverclyde Council, Municipal Buildings, Greenock, PA15 1LY. kilmacolm & quarriers

Kilmacolm Bridge Club Kilmacolm Bridge Club resumes play on Monday 5th September. We meet in the New Community Centre, and play commences at 7.10 pm. The Club is a member of the Scottish Bridge Union with two teams playing in the Renfrewshire Bridge League. We welcome new members to the Club and during the first three weeks of September, you are invited to come along as playing guests and check out the competitive but friendly play of duplicate bridge together. For further information, please contact the Club Secretary, Sheena Clayton, on 01505 873802.

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Kilmacolm Community Centre, Lochwinnoch Road, Kilmacolm Help every Tuesday @ 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm)

Anyone interested in the work of the Kilmacolm Mission fund will be welcome at the AGM to be held in the Cargill Centre Kilmacolm on Tuesday 20th September at 7.30pm.

Kilmacolm Spiritualist Church

Kilmacolm Mission Fund

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Are you confused, wondering what season it is? Spare a thought for the flowers, one day their cheery faces smiling up at the sun, the next, taking a battering from wind and rain. And yet, it is surprising how well they are coping with the vagaries of our 2016 summer.

Our second attempt at bringing colour to the Port Glasgow Road layby has proved quite successful.

From a late sowing of seed, mainly of wild flowers, we now have a healthy tapestry of colour, which we would like to think gives pleasure to road users as they pass by, although without distracting them too much.

We hope you are all enjoying the displays in the centre of the village, but if you are near Birkmyre Park or Market Place take a moment to check out what is there. Easy-to-grow nasturtiums clothe the sides of our planter at Market Place and brighten up the area. We are in discussions with Inverclyde Council and are fully expecting improvements will be forthcoming in that up-to-now rather neglected little corner of Kilmacolm.

Do remember that Colourful Kilmacolm is open to everyone and there is no limit to the number of members we can have. The very modest £5 annual subscription will support our efforts. You can opt just to be a supporter, or to be an ‘active gardener’ and help in practical ways.

Membership forms can be downloaded from our website www.colourfulkilmacolm. org.uk or you can phone Peter (01505 872448) or Diane (01505 872611).

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Local Parliamentarians Attend New Hospital ‘Sod Cutting’

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The new £7.3m facility which is due to be completed by summer 2017 is being delivered in partnership between NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Inverclyde Health and Social Care Partnership and HUB West Scotland. This modern mental health facility will fundamentally change the way in which older peoples care is delivered in Inverclyde.

Stuart said, “The Greenock weather never fails to turn up for special events, but that did not deter everyone in attendance from celebrating this significant event.

It was great that Aileen could make it along to carry out the official ‘sod cutting’ which marks the start of construction of the new hospital. ‘£7.3m is a very significant investment from all partner organisations involved in this project and they must be commended for their shared commitment to improve care for older people in Inverclyde.

‘I look forward to returning in the summer of 2017 to visit the facility and learning of the positive impact it is having on the lives of local people.”

Mr Cowan added; “I was delighted to meet and welcome the Minister for Public Health to Inverclyde for the sod cutting of the new continuing care hospital."

“The new facility will reflect the modern approach to supporting both adults and older people in Inverclyde."

“I very much look forward to seeing the hospital taking shape and visiting the facility once it opens.”

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The Port Glasgow Retail Park is due to open in November.

Already the sign for T.K.MAXX is up. Also on the stocks are Watt Brothers, Aldi , B&M , B&Q , M&S and others. I am sure my constituents in Kilmacolm and Quarriers will welcome this quality development. Port Glasgow is two thirds of my ward and I was pleased to chair the Planning Committee that approved the application. The town is on the way up with lots of development happening.

The Cargill Centre goes from strength to strength with usage levels considerably exceeding budget projections. Works are to be carried out on the ‘Boys Entrance’ steps. Repairs and improvements are to be made to the existing steps, stone pillars, hand rail and stone walls. Many local worthies have trod this path to a real old 3Rs Scottish Education. Scotland nationally has a recognised literacy and numeracy problem. Bring back the 3Rs? The Scottish Grand Prix of the Sea was a great success, the Esplanade in Greenock was buzzing. The Powerboats, Ribs and Jet Ski races were spectacular.

Keep an eye open for the event next year. One of the 59 cruise ships docking in Greenock this year had a wonderful view of the whole show. Cruise ships this year have brought over 100k visitors and included the Disney Magic, the Caribbean Princess and the Queen Elizabeth.

I have had my first invitation to speak at a Burns Supper in January 17. It is a great honour to be asked to perform at the Greenock Burns Club, the Mother Club, the oldest in the Country. I may have to rather change my material from that used this year at the all male Bishopton Rangers Supporters Club Burns Supper. The Mother Club is mixed!

St Columba’s Junior and Senior school prizegivings were held in an overflowing St Columba’s Church. The musical performances by the Junior school continued the high standard set at the earlier presentation of the ‘Lion King’. Dr Carol Trager-Cowan, the Guest of Honour, succeeded in making Physics exciting. Mr Malcolm Offord gave an inspirational address at the Senior school based on his experiences in the City and as a Trustee of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. I was particularly pleased that he praised the significant increase in D of E in Inverclyde schools. I only managed a silver award and have nothing but admiration for those who achieved Gold at St Columbas and the 30 Inverclyde youngsters who succeeded.

Please put in your diary the Kilmacolm Bonfire and Fireworks on the 5th November at Knapps, courtesy of Lord McLay and Robert Baxter. Doors open 5pm. And wellies are advised. Any queries contact me at the numbers below.

My surgeries are September 10th Cargill Centre 10am - 11am and Clune Park Resource Centre 15th Sept 5.30pm - 6.30pm. I can be contacted at 01475 741969 and 01475 712727 and 07766 992294.

Inverclyde’s two parliamentarians were yesterday joined by Minister for Public Health Aileen Campbell at the official ‘sod cutting’ to mark the start of construction of the new Adult and Older Peoples Continuing Care Hospital. Greenock and Inverclyde MSP Stuart McMillan and Inverclyde MP Ronnie Cowan joined Ms Campbell to mark this important day.

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Story Detectives

22nd September (and weekly thereafter) – Story Detectives (age 8 – 13) Ever fancied writing a book? Or a movie? Then story detectives might be for you.

We’re delighted to announce that Story Detectives will be running again this year. This is a free creative writing club for J5 – S3. There will be two classes, one for J5 – Transitus (P7), and for S1 – S3. It’s open to all children who live locally. We have an exciting programme lined up, including short story writing, writing for comics, screen writing (TV and film), and creating super heroes and villains. We will also have guest tutors, the first of which, award winning teen author Moira McPartlin, will launch the programme on 22nd September.

The club will run every Thursday from 22nd September to 1st December 2016 and 12th January to 2nd February, and 2nd March – 30th March 2017.

It is from 4pm – 5.15pm in the Kilmacolm New Community Centre. To register your child for this unique opportunity, please email Victoria.finnigan@hotmail. com.

Story Detectives is part of Creative Communities, an outreach programme of St Columba’s School

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Kilmacolm Horticultural Society Flower Show New Community Centre, Kilmacolm, Saturday 3rd September Doors open from 11am Visitors to the Show can receive a discounted coffee/tea at the Willow Café in the Centre. We hope you will enjoy the variety of exhibits - cut flowers, pot plants, tubs, hanging baskets, the vegetables and novice tables, be tempted by the jams and homebaking, and admire the imagination displayed in the floral art entries.

Presentation of trophies is at 3.30pm with the sale of flowers and produce following on at 4pm. We wish to thank the primary school children for their entries to the Show’s Picture Gallery. Would exhibitors please note that entries should be brought to the Centre between 6 and 10pm on Friday evening, or 7.30-8.45am on Saturday. Judging commences at 8.50am. Kilmacolm Horticultural Society committee looks forward to welcoming you to the 137th annual Flower Show for Kilmacolm. Please come along.

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OUTLOOK returns on 1st September! We hope you have enjoyed the summer break, and we look forward to enjoying Thursday afternoon dates with you this coming Autumn.

OUTLOOK is the community social group, organised by members of Kilmacolm Old Kirk, which meets in Kidston Hall on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays monthly, from 2 - 4pm. OUTLOOK is open to all residents of Kilmacolm with the emphasis on friendship and fellowship. Everyone is most welcome. For each meeting we try plan a Topic of Interest with invited speakers, discussion of community issues, other activities, e.g. keep fit, quizzes, music, film. Afternoon tea is served by the OUTLOOK team to ensure time for chat together. The programme for September to December will be available at the meeting on 1st September - please come and join us.

Bridge Lessons 2016 - 2017 Kilmacolm Community Centre, Lochwinnoch Road, Kilmacolm.

These will be held on TUESDAY evenings from 7pm until 9 pm This 22 week course covers all of the basics which should enable you to make a start to playing Bridge. The dates below are what is envisaged at present.

6th September – 4th October (5 weeks) 18th October – 29th November (7 weeks) 28th February –2nd May (10 weeks) All welcome including absolute beginners. Further information 01505 872345 kilmacolm & quarriers

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Murder in the Library with Caro Ramsay Thursday 29th September, Kilmacolm Library, 7.30pm Join internationally bestselling crime author Caro Ramsay for a glass of sparkling wine as she talks about her latest Anderson and Costello thriller, Rat Run. “Many shivers in store for readers, followed by a shattering climax,” The Times.

Please email Victoria.finnigan@hotmail.com to register you FREE place.

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Creative Communities is an outreach programme of St Columba’s School.

Vikings Mayhem with David MacPhail Saturday 1st October, Kilmacolm Library, 1.30pm – 2.30pm (age 5 – 9) Join hilarious children’s writer David MacPhail for a truly special interactive workshop based around Thorfinn, the nicest Viking in the world! Learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Vikings.

There might even be a chance for a bit of drawing.

Please email Victoria.finnigan@hotmail.com to register your FREE place.

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Brookfield Gala Day Brookfield Village faced the usual challenge of rain at the start of this year’s Gala Day recently.

However, undaunted by this, villagers came out to enjoy a great mixture of attractions on the field, plus a delicious array of cakes and bakes in the village hall tearoom.

Gina McKie, from Radio Clyde came along once again and with her usual charm, wit and fervour kept the entertainment flowing. Gina was initially joined on stage by two pipers from St Columba’s School Pipe Band, who led the fancy dress procession from what used to be Malcolm’s Yard to the field for the start of Gala Day. Then, our Village Council Chairman, Innis Keith, performed the official opening with an encouraging speech including ‘never mind the Scottish weather, we will still have fun!’ And how right he was.

Within the hour the rain had gone and the sun was shining, but by that time, we didn’t care anyway. The Tombola was in full swing, the Cake & Candy stall lightening its load by the minute, the Hot Dogs (which smelt amazing by the way) were selling fast, the Prosecco corks were popping, the definitive Wimbledon Champion was being picked by the eventual winner at the Tennis Club raffle, the Human Fruit Machine was buzzing, the coconuts were falling off their appointed perches, the LEAP Bike Swap was exchanging small for large, pink for blue, mountain for road. And as for the Pig Racing ….…. no folks, not real pigs, cuddly, snuffly, battery operated pigs sporting a variety of individual coloured ribbons, were wound up and sent whirring and shuffling down a track, whilst sponsors cheered and cajoled noisily from the wings, until the winning pig opened his/her gate at the end!!! Fantastic fun and one of the great many ways offered at this year’s Gala Day to give villagers a chance to get together, exchange chatter and of course, raise funds for the village hall and environs, as this is Brookfield’s main fundraising event of the year.

Our thanks to all the team who worked incredibly hard as always to make the event the success it was, to Gina, for her wonderful repartee and for introducing the various acts to the stage, to LEAP for their excellent bike swap enterprise in aid of village funds, to all the stall holders, rafflers, tombola hands, cooks, bottle washers, bakers and traders, to the expert St Columba’s Pipers, to Zumba ladies (and gentleman) led by class leader, Gemma, for their energetic and fun filled display of creative exercise routines, to the group of girls from the Elizabeth Rose Addison School of Dance who performed a selection of dances enlivened by with white pompoms and to Galaxy from Houston, who dissed the weather and danced on the muddy field! Without all of you, the day would not have been the great success it was.

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Houston and Killellan Kirk Senior Citizen’s Group Meetings start on Wednesday 14th September in the West Kirk Hall at 2pm and on the following dates.

We would be delighted to welcome any new members for one or for all of the meetings.

Entertainment Programme As you can see we have a very varied and entertaining programme arranged for our 2016/17 sessions.

• 14th Sept – A Musical Journey Mrs Vivienne MacDonald • 28th Sept – A Visit to the Holy Land - Liz Campbell • 12th Oct – Touring Scotland’s Islands by Kayak - Hugh and Clair Kerr • 26th Oct – Halloween Party

• 9th Nov - “Rocks and Dinosaurs” Mike Farley • 23rd Nov – Christmas Bring and Buy Sale with Board Game afternoon (Fundraiser) • 7th Dec - Christmas Party with the Hilites

Further information can be obtained from; Miss Isobel Sharp on 01505 613355 – Group Leader or Mrs Barbara Morrison on 01505 613909 – Group Secretary

Houston and Killellan Kirk Scottish Country Dancing The Group start dancing again after the summer break on Wednesday 7th September at 8pm in the West Hall.

Why not come along and join us. The evening is a great way to keep fit. We are a very friendly group who enjoy a tea break halfway through the evening.

Further information from Marilyn 01505 613083.

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(Houston Old School Trust) Monday to Friday, Woodlands Out of School 01505 615438 MONDAY

TUESDAY

Paint Pot Tots (Weekly) 10am Dawn Campbell 07789 262350 Musical Theatre (Weekly) 3:30pm 5pm Yoga (weekly) 7pm M/s Lawson 01505 613690

WEDNESDAY

Councillors Surgeries 21st 6:30pm Gryffe Melody Makers 14th & 28th 7pm Camera Club (weekly) 7:30pm Houston Community Council 21st 7:30pm Cricketfield Residents Acc. 14th 7:30pm

WEE BLETHER: A new session of the “Wee Blether” starts on Tuesday 6 September, 10.30am - 11.30am. All welcome!

GIRLS BRIGADE: Registration for all sections will take place in the West Halls on Monday 29 August from 7pm to 8pm. For further information please call Catherine Green on 01505 690107.

HARVEST THANKSGIVING 2016: IN AID OF THE TRUSSEL TRUST LOCAL FOODBANK Our Harvest Thanksgiving Service will be held on Sunday 18th September 11am.

The Foodbank would be grateful for the following items - tinned potatoes, tinned tomatoes, sugar, biscuits, diluting juice, UHT milk ,dried rice, savoury pot noodles, breakfast cereals, carrier bags (at the moment no baked beans or pasta required).

Posies of flowers and baskets of fruit are distributed to the elderly, Housebound, sick or those in Care Homes.

The Church will be open on Friday 16th September between 6 - 8pm and Saturday 17th September 10am - 12noon to receive donations of food items, flowers and greenery or fruit.

If you would like to help to decorate the Church on the Saturday or help make up the posies and to deliver after Church on Sunday please let me know.

Thank you - Moira Dunlop 01505 331309.

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THURSDAY Burlex Fitness (Weekly) 9:15 – 10am 07944 815298 Gryffe Quilting Group (Weekly) 1:15 3:15 15th 10am -3pm Paint Pot Tots (Weekly) 3:30pm Dawn Campbell 07789 262 350 Crafty Friends 1st & 15th 7:30pm Folk Club (weekly) 8pm Paddybullen@ live.co.uk

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Yoga (Weekly) 10:30am M/s Lawson 01505 613690 Galaxy Dancing (Weekly) 3:30pm -7pm MP Surgery (9th) 12:30 – 1:30pm

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Baptist Church (weekly) 11am and 6pm

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It’s a busy time at Houston and Killellan Kirk.

The Guild - Tuesday the 6th of September sees the start of a new session with a Harvest Supper to welcome everyone, especially new members, both men and women. Gentlemen, do you know that the Guild has around 400 male members throughout Scotland? So why not come along, give it a try and join in the fun and fellowship? We are sure there is something for everyone in our varied syllabus.

Our minister, Rev. Donald Campbell, will be our speaker on Tuesday the 20th of September at our theme night entitled “Go in Joy”.

H.O.S.T. The Carrick Centre, Houston

Metafit (from 12th) 9:30am Susan Flintoff 07930 763877 Fitdankbaby (from 12th) 10:15am Exercise for beginners (from 12th) 11:45am Yoga (Weekly) 1pm Mary Laidlaw 01505 229112 Diaporama 12th 7:30pm Young Farmers (12th & 19th) 7:30pm

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Brookfield Country Dancing Club

Brookfield Country Dancing Club starts on Thursday 6th October until 24th November at 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Brookfield Village Hall. The Club meets every week. New members welcome. No need to bring a partner. Time at the interval for tea and a chat. Details from Aileen Craig on 01505 322684.

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Houston & Crosslee SWI We look forward to welcoming everyone to the first meeting of the new session on Wednesday 14th September. Our speaker will be Liz Campbell who will tell us about her extremely interesting holiday in the Holy Land. Visitors and new members will be made very welcome.

On October 12th we will have a speaker from CHAS, who will talk to us about the work done in the Children’s Hospice.

All our meetings are held in The Compass Centre, South Street, Houston at 7.30pm. Come along and join us, you will be made very welcome.

For further information please contact, Arlene MacKay on 07932459994.

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The Harvest lunch will be held on Sunday 18th September after the Harvest Service. The lunch will be served in the Killellan Halls. In the evening the lyric Choir will perform in the Killellan Halls in aid of the building fund for the new halls.

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Diaporama Diaporama starts back after our summer break on Monday 12th September, 7.30pm at the Carrick Centre, Houston. Our first indoor meeting is used as a catch-up about what we have all been doing over the summer i.e. Some finished audiovisual sequences, some ‘works-inprogress’, a chance to talk about Avs we are planning to make and any new programmes etc. we have heard about.

We also use the evening to plan our programme for the coming session.

If you are interested in finding out what and how we make AV sequences please come along. Visitors are always welcome!

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Table top Sale

What a great day at the table top sale on Sunday 14th August and a huge thanks to Annette Gulliver and Sean Middleton who were instrumental in this very worthwhile event. A special mention to Margaret Paterson for the loan of the tables and Donna Armstrong for running the bottle stall.

Also special mention to Emily Eden, Maggie MacKay, Mairi Leitch and all the table toppers! Fantastic turnout and a beautiful sunny day a massive £360 was made. And don’t worry Morag is not working for Sean she was only helping a bit with the teas and coffees!!

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Kilbarchan Parish Church Jazz and Big Band Evening Kilbarchan Parish Church Jazz and Big Band Evening will take place in the hall on Saturday 8th October at 7.30pm. The band is called “FP Big Band” and was formed originally for former pupils of Mearns Castle High School. They have performed in many venues in East Renfrewshire and had considerable success in the Glasgow Music Festival. Tickets are £10, including a lucky programme and a light supper. Please phone 703532 to book tickets. kilbarchan & lochwinnoch

Kilbarchan Bridge Club The new session of the Bridge Club will start on Tuesday, 6th September.

Meetings are held at 7.30pm in the Steeple Hall on Tuesday evenings and all interested in the game, whether beginners or old hands, will be made welcome. For further information, please call 01505 843537.

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Blythswood Shoebox Appeal The members of Kilbarchan Parish Church will be participating once again in this worthwhile appeal.

If anyone would like to help by filling a shoebox for Christmas, please phone 703786 for a leaflet. kilbarchan & lochwinnoch

I am delighted that the resurfacing at the top end of Shuttle Street was undertaken over the summer. This means that in the last 3 years the main road through the village has been totally resurfaced which, as local councillor has been a priority for me.

At the same time I welcome the work on Kibblestone Road which has been long overdue but nonetheless a vast improvement. While recognising there is limited funding, I will continue to press for further road improvements throughout both Kilbarchan and Lochwinnoch.

Kilbarchan community council has been successful in securing funding towards the purchase of 2 defibrillators for the village, and I was pleased to support a request to the Johnstone and Villages Local Area Committee, to help with the purchase of the storage cases needed to keep the defibrillators secure and accessible 24 hours a day. Agreement has been reached with the Scottish Ambulance Service and the British Heart Foundation, to locate the defibrillators at the scout hall and bowling club. This is a significant addition to the village, and all involved in the fundraising and acquisition of the defibrillators are to be commended.

Renfrewshire Council has received notification from Leith Planning Investments, of a prospective planning application for a potential residential development in Lochwinnoch at Johnshill. This is not an application for planning permission, and at this stage, any comment or representations should be made to Leith planning.

To this end, the prospective developer is holding a public event on Wednesday 7 September in the McKellar Institute between 2pm and 7pm, and this will enable villagers to get further information and raise any issues they have.

My surgeries are on the first Saturday of every month except January and July at 9am in the McKellar Institute and 10am in the Steeple Hall. Meantime please contact me at cllr.derek.bibby@renfrewshire.gov.uk or phone 0300 300 1274 or 07534 156007.

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Kilbarchan Weaver’s Cottage Recent visitors from Norwich to the National Trust for Scotland’s Weaver’s Cottage were (left to right) Campbell Docherty and his brothers Daniel and Mitchell. Along with their mother they were seeking Meikle connections in Klbarchan. They spent a large part of the afternoon exploring the cottage and tried their hands at spinning and weaving. Other visitors last month came from France, Germany, Denmark and the U.S.A. The Weaver’s Cottage closes for the season on Friday 30th September: it is open until then from 1 - 5 pm, from Fridays to Tuesdays, so there is still time to fit in that long planned visit. kilbarchan & lochwinnoch

Making Music in Kilbarchan Kilbarchan Village Voices Ladies Choir Village Voices begins its new season on Tuesday 6th September from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Rehearsals are held in Kilbarchan Parish Church in Steeple Square Kilbarchan. If you enjoy singing light classics, show songs and popular songs and you like to have a laugh come along and join us. Currently the ages of our choristers ranges from early twenties to sixty+ and they come from Kilbarchan and the surrounding villages, Paisley and even Glasgow. The group are friendly and welcoming and if you want to come along just to see if you would like to join then feel free to do so. The only fees that you will pay will be for your music.

The minimum cost will be £30 for the year and the maximum will be £60. Our choristers range in ability from those who have done no singing in the past and those who are fairly experienced and you do not have to undertake an audition to join us and you do not have to read music. All we want is that you have an interest in having fun, meeting new people and making music. If you are interested then come along to a rehearsal and/or phone Moira Gray on 01505 704948.

Kilbarchan Parish Church Junior Choir The Junior Choir begins/began its new session on Monday 22nd August. If you have a child of school age who is interested in singing then bring him/her along to our rehearsals in Kilbarchan Parish Church Hall on Monday evenings from 5.45pm to 6.30pm for primary school children and from 6.30pm to 7.15pm for the Senior Section, ages ranging from 11years to 14years+.

There is no audition for young children and there are no fees. All we ask is that your child enjoys making music and that he/she will attend rehearsals regularly.

You do not have to have a church connection to join the choir we welcome people of any faith and people who have no faith belief. If you think your son/daughter would like to try singing then bring him/her along to try it. You can contact the conductor Moira Gray on 01505 704948.

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Second Early Announcement Lochwinnoch Arts Festival 2017!

A village of culture and heritage Here are a few more of the productions and events we will be having at next year’s festival.

Sir Kenneth Calman is Chancellor of the University of Glasgow and has had many important posts in medicine including Professor of Postgraduate Medical Education at the University of Glasgow and Consultant Physician with an interest in palliative care at Victoria Infirmary, Glasgow.

In 1989 he was appointed Chief Medical Officer at the Scottish Home and Health Department and in September 1991 he became Chief Medical Officer in the Department of Health in London. He was a member of the Executive Board of the World Health Organisation, and the Chairman from 1998 - 99. His most recent books are “A study of storytelling, humour and learning in medicine” and “Medical Education: Past present and future”. He has recently completed research for an M.Litt on Scottish Literature and Medicine and published a book on this subject in July 2014 entitled “A Doctor’s Line. Poems and Prescriptions in Health and Healing.”

Professor Rowena Murray will be interviewing him at the festival which will be a fascinating session!

For the third year we have the ‘Rose Room’ who were Scottish Jazz Awards finalists - the Rose Room have become one of Scotland’s leading ensembles

Calder Drama A great favourite with all is the very talented local Calder Drama Group.

A permanent feature of the Arts Festival. Don’t miss this, they will be performing over two evenings at the festival. kilbarchan & lochwinnoch

Kilbarchan Parish Church Tots’ Club The club has now resumed on Monday mornings from 9.15 11.30am in the hall, when there is a large variety of toys and a bouncy castle for the tots-from birth-3 years-and coffee and friendly chat for the accompanying adults, cost £1 for each adult. The club is run by a group of volunteers from the church.

All welcome and even if you don’t have a “Tot”, you’re very welcome to come along and enjoy a cup of coffee with us.

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A number of local concerns raised with me by constituents in Kilbarchan over the last month have included dog fouling issues in Wheatlands Farm Road, parking issues in Fulton Crescent and Milliken Drive, and the requirement for Renfrewshire Council to attend to the foliage at the former Kilbarchan West Church grounds. I am always willing to be available to constituents be it by e mail, phone, or at my advice surgeries. I also continue the practice I have carried out faithfully since my election which is that I work tirelessly for all my constituents, of all political views and none.

Kilbarchan has always had a very active Cub and Scout Troop and as a Councillor I try and do everything I can to support their contribution to the village, as a former Cub and Scout myself. There is already a very active Boys Brigade Section in Lochwinnoch and it is good to know that after years of competing with screen based activities for young people many youth organisations such as these now have waiting lists. All youth organisations provide excellent social and educational opportunities, and both my brother, myself, and my son, all benefited greatly from involvement in the Scouting movement. A big thanks should go to both BB and Scout volunteers who make this possible.

There is a prospective application by Leith Planning Investments for a new housing development on the northern boundary of the Beech Burn, Johnshill, Lochwinnoch, and they have a public meeting to present their plans at the McKillop Institute, from 2pm to 7pm, on Wednesday 7th September. Please take the time to go along and make your views known, either for, or against.

My advice surgery in Kilbarchan is on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Steeple Hall at 7:45pm, and my advice surgery in Lochwinnoch is on the 4th Wednesday of the month in the McKillop at 7:30pm, excluding July. But I am also always available to constituents who can call me on 07534 148224, tweet me on CllrAndy4Ward8 or e-mail me at cllr.andy.doig@renfrewshire.gov.uk. kilbarchan & lochwinnoch

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Kilbarchan Guide Centre, Barn Green, Kilbarchan.

Tuesday morning fitness with Debbie: Tone and Shape – 9.30am – 10.30am Mature Movers - a gentler class at a slower pace 10.40am – 11.40am Thursday morning Hatha Yoga with Jacqueline 10am – 11am Art Classes are held on Monday afternoon and Friday morning and afternoon.

These friendly classes, for beginners and amateurs, are led by Ian who will provide support and encouragement to help develop skills in your own chosen subject and medium.

All classes start back week beginning 22nd August. Come along and try a class – first one free. For further details - phone Jean on 01505 703758 or Christine on 01505 703056.

The Guide Centre is also available to hire for private functions. Contact Carol on 01505 702758 for details. See our website www.girlguidingkilbarchan.org.uk for details of our hall facilities as well as Rainbow, Brownie and Guide units.

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influenced by the Gypsy Jazz genre.

Sharing a love of Swing music and the style of the great Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, their “vigorous and vivacious” performances go “down a storm” with any audience as they serve up their 1930s ‘Hot Club’ standards, Gypsy Jazz favourites and selfpenned originals with virtuosity, verve and panache. In addition we will be having the pre dance lindy hop dance class! Lastly, they will be supported be our own ‘Factory Street Quartet’. This promises to be a sell-out night!

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Keeping Kilbarchan Smiling!

As usual the Kilbarchan Smile team have been busy making improvements to the village. Areas such as the flowerbed outside Bobbins (planting), the area opposite Bobbins (shrubs cut back, information board rubbed back and painted), Millennium Garden (shrubs cut back and cleared), Ewing Street Car Park (cutting back and clearing) and Shuttle Street flower beds (weeding) have all been tackled and look much better as a result.

Gateway Garden (Next drop in session Sunday 11th September 2 - 4pm) Around 60 visitors came to the Gateway Garden to take part in the recent Drop In Session. A new “mini-beast hotel” is now in place with all the families involved in creating it having kilbarchan & lochwinnoch tons of fun. Visitors also helped harvest herbs and the grow bags full of delicious potatoes that were on the [our local fund-raising group with a global purpose] dinner plates of Habbies within hours After a quite summer we’re back in fund-raising action. We’re having another yard (now that’s fresh!). sale, Saturday 10th September from 11am at 79 High Street. Last year we raised

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Thanks to Joe and John who hosted Gardeners Question Time, and who we hope will join us again for the next Drop In Session that will take place on Sunday 11th September from 2 - 4pm.

This time around we have lots of planting of bulbs for Spring flowering and sowing seeds for bee friendly plants for Summer flowering, everyone welcome to take part and help out.

It is the time of year when lots of us will be clearing out, cutting back, splitting and getting rid of some of our plants. If you have any plants or shrubs you would like to donate or swap we will also be having a Plant and Seed Swap on the day.

Do you have a bare patch, don’t worry you don’t have to have a plant to swap just come and see what is available.

If you’ve not been down for a while pop along and find out how you can help/get involved. Fancy your own growing space or even just a pallet for grow bags – come down and speak to one of the team on the day. Tea, coffee, juice and homemade cake will be available on the day and donations are welcome.

Bench Refurbishment We hope to start this programme before the winter sets in so look out for details on our Facebook page or join our emailing list (see below).

Help us make Kilbarchan even better…

Kilbarchan Smile is always looking for volunteers to help with the various projects we are undertaking whether that’s fundraising, PR or hands-on help with gardening, tidying or refurbishing. Maybe you have your own project you’d like to take forward? To get involved contact Gail Scoular on 07985 749220, email hello@kilbarchansmile,co.uk or join the group Kilbarchan Smile on Facebook or join our emailing list at www.kilbarchansmile.co.uk

£300 on a rainy day, we hope for sunshine and more money this time round. If you have any goods to donate then please let us know. We’ll have tea and biscuits on sale too.

Towards the end of October (22nd or 29th) we’ll be having another safari supper.

Guests move from house to house for each course meeting different people each time, then there’s a get together at the end for coffee and drinks. They are increasingly popular so if you want to reserve a ticket, get in touch.

Floating gardens for flood prone areas; composting toilets that produce fertiliser and save wasting water; ‘tippy taps’, which are plastic containers on hinges so people can wash using less water and avoid diseases. These were the three favourite technologies in a recent vote by supporters of Practical Action, an organisation that spreads good ideas around the developing world. We have given them single donations in the past, now we have added them to our list of regular monthly donations.

For a meaningful birthday present, Practical Action have a brilliant series of ‘practical presents that change lives’ from £6 upwards - you can ‘buy’ a present that goes to someone in need whilst you get the acknowledgement card. You can choose presents from the website www.practicalpresents.org.

We have just given £200 to a charity providing music tuition for young people in Gaza; this follows from a recent visit to Glasgow by the Palestine Youth Orchestra, and a recent photo exhibition in Govanhill by a Palestinian photographer Hamde Abu Rahma ‘life in occupied Palestine’ daily life under a military occupation. We hope to bring this exhibition to Lochwinnoch sometime soon.

We are pleased that the Rainbow Turtle organisation in Paisley has received the ‘Outstanding Achievement Award’ from the Fairtrade Foundation for an event held over both the Saturdays of Fairtrade Fortnight. A breakfast table was set up in the Rainbow Turtle shop window and people from schools, churches, community groups, etc., were asked to take a turn at the table to ‘stand up for farmers and sit down for breakfast’. The award recognises the great work carried our by Rainbow Turtle’s manager Liz Cotton and her team. The shop is on Gauze Street, Paisley (opposite the Abbey).

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Services continue at 11am each Sunday throughout September, conducted by Rev. Stephen Smith. Sunday School and the creche meet in the large hall from 10.45am each week and refreshments will be served after the service as usual.

The annual Senior Citizens’ Outing takes place on Saturday 3rd September to Old Churches House in Dunblane. Kilbarchan Parish Church will once again be participating in Renfrewshire Doors Open Day on Sunday 4th September from 12noon - 4pm with refreshments available in the hall. There will also be a produce stall in the hall on Sunday 4th after the service. On Sunday 11th, there will be a Soup and Shortbread Lunch in the hall at 12noon.

During the month of September there will be a Hat Night, with discussions on a wide variety of topics, an invitation to join the Houston group for a talk by the undertaker Mrs Joyce Beaton, and an evening discussing the “Issues in the year of my Mother’s birth”. If you are interested in finding out more, please see the website: www.nwr.org.uk

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Kilbarchan Parish Church Drama Group Kilbarchan Parish Church Drama Group has cast the play - “The Even Greater Escape”, a comedy, to be performed at the end of November and rehearsals are now underway.

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Highland Hustle, the new dance based workout using Highland dancing, ceilidh steps and modern music. It’s great fun and as each step has three levels, you can walk through the class or dance like a champion! No experience necessary!

Pop along to see for yourself or email for more information.

Kilbarchan Guidehall, Wednesdays, 9.45am or 8pm.

All fitness levels, and dance abilities welcome.

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Messy Church in Kilbarchan This is a new venture for Kilbarchan Parish Church. Our first date is Saturday 17th September from 4pm – 6pm. It is for all ages and children must bring an adult along with them. It typically includes a welcome, a long creative time to explore the biblical theme through getting messy, and a short celebration time including story and song and finishing with sitting down to eat together.

So come along to Kilbarchan Parish Church Halls, off Steeple Square and join us for a fun filled two hours. You will be made most welcome.

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Autumn maybe the “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness” but it also brings September and the start of the 2016/2017 season of Lochwinnoch Scottish Women’s Institute. We have arranged an exciting syllabus of talks and demos for 2016/17. We welcome existing and new members on the third Wednesday of the month in The McKillop Hall at 7.30pm from September till April, so put these dates in your diary and come along and join us. 2017 is the year of the Renfrewshire Federation of SWI Show and also the Centenary of the SWI in Scotland, so there are a lot of “extras” to enjoy this season.

Our first meeting is on Wednesday 21st September at 7.30pm when Mrs Netta Howie will entertain us with a travelogue “Southhampton to Singapore”. Just to remind you all too, the Competitions this month are a Jar of Apricot Jam and a fresh floral arrangement with a candle not exceeding 8” overall, so “have a go” folks it is all a bit of fun!

We look forward to your company on that date. If you wish any further information, contact Elma Richmond at either 843193 or richmond32@tiscali.co.uk. howwood & elderslie

Tuesday 20th September - The MacBrayne Story by Mr Iain McCrorie. Competition - Scottish Postcard. Hostesses - Morag Wills & Elizabeth Lawson. Vote of thanks - Nan Steel.

Meetings in Howwood Village Hall at 7.30pm. A warm welcome to all. Contact Irene on 01505 704800 for further details. howwood & elderslie

St Vincent’s Hospice Barn Tea Room Two of our fabulous volunteers from the Barn Tea Room, Johnny and Violet extend a warm welcome to you to visit us here at the hospice Tea Room. Between them they have over 11 years of volunteering service, helping serve customers, taking orders and clearing up in our Barn Tea Room in Howwood. The tea room is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm, offering snacks, soups, sandwiches and delicious baking.

We are looking for more great people like Johnny and Violet to join our team. If you’re friendly, helpful and like meeting people and would like to volunteer with us, please get in touch.

Other volunteer roles available. Please call Christine or Elaine on 01505 705 635 or visit www.svh.co.uk for more information.

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Hi there, at long last the Boarding House has opened in the village. I tried it out and I must admit I was impressed. I was pleased to see that the two members off staff I dealt with were from the village. As with any new business it will be hard to build up a reputation but I wish the owners and staff well.

I have spent much of the summer meeting staff from the health service. As some of you may know, much of the Social Work services and health provision are from April 1st now working closer together in attempt to improve services. It is early days, but I have been pleased to see that staff are working hard to make this change in service provision work.

The condition of roads in Howwood are always the subject of much discussion in the village. The Howwood Community Council have organised a meeting with a senior official in the Roads Department to discuss peoples concerns. I will be at this meeting and I will of course keep you up to date with any developments.

Well done to the Community Council whose hard work and persistence has paid off as a defibrillator will now be installed at the village hall.

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The historic Glenleven Inn in Kilbarchan is to be rejuvenated and renamed, thanks to a £260,000 joint investment by national pub operator, Punch, and local publican, Fraser Campbell which will also create nine new jobs.

The Glenleven Inn will reopen on 26th September as Habbies, following a sympathetic refurbishment which will retain the pub’s many traditional features such as fireplaces and stone flagged floors.

The significant renovation project will create a contemporary, light and airy feel with a traditional twist. A new entrance will lead into the bar and dining areas with quality furniture, fixtures and fittings, the ladies and gents’ facilities will be refurbished, the bar’s layout and appearance will be improved and a modern, professional kitchen installed. The pub’s three en-suite B&B rooms will also be redecorated as part of the project.

Externally, the pub will also be redecorated with new signage and lighting to improve its appearance and the beer garden will be smartened up to create an attractive place for customers to enjoy an alfresco drink.

Taking its name from the famous Kilbarchan piper, Habbie Simpson, Habbies is one of two pubs in the town, the other being The Trust Inn, both of which will now be run by publican Fraser Campbell.

Fraser said: “The Glenleven Inn opened in 1899 and has remained a pub ever since. It has always been a popular venue but was in need of some investment to keep it on track. I’m delighted to be part of its rejuvenation and I’m looking forward to extending the quality and service customers expect from my other pub to Habbies.

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I couldn’t be at the village fete but I heard it went well. So congratulations to all involved .

As many of you will know a new Council Ward has been created - this is likely to come into force from May 2017. This will mean the village will no longer be the same ward as Johnstone South and Elderslie. I know that people in Howwood will continue to let their voices be heard, either through any new Councillors or directly to the Council. I will close by reminding you that my Howwood Surgery is on the 4th Thursday of the month in the Village Hall.

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Rat Poisoning in Cats & Dogs Many rodenticide products used to control mouse and rat infestations contain substances which are also poisonous to cats and dogs if ingested.

Pets can be affected either directly by ingesting the product or by eating mice or rats that have eaten the rodenticide product.

Johnstone Cat Rescue If you can help us with any fundraising or donations of either food or bedding, please call Sheena on 01505 337321. Thank you.

To report a suspected wildlife crime or speak to an Officer, please call: Your local Police Office or Strathclyde Police HQ, 173 Pitt Street, G2 4JS or call 101 or 999.

The Pet Shop surprises Johnstone Cat Rescue Stacey, from The Pet Shop in Johnstone, was delighted to have the opportunity to help Johnstone Cat Rescue recently as they work so hard (as do all charities).

Stacey told The Advertizer “We’ve known Sheena and Margaret for years and didn’t know how we could really help to make a difference, so we collected some money from carrier bag sales. The look on Margaret’s face was a picture when I told her that we had collected £200 for Johnstone Cat Rescue. It was a magical moment.”

Margaret, from Johnstone Cat Rescue, told us “I just popped into The Pet Shop for the usual supplies and was flabbergasted when Stacey handed me £200!

This donation came from the sale of carrier bags in the shop. The staff also take in donations of food for us, and they have one of our collection cans on the counter for small change. We get massive support from small businesses and I am extremely grateful - we wouldn’t manage without their support”.

The most common form of poisoning from rodenticides is from products containing coumarins. These are anticoagulants which affect vitamin K metabolism in the body, leading to reduced production of clotting factors.

This means that the animal cannot clot its blood and can cause them to bleed to death.

Signs of poisoning usually appear 3 - 5 days after exposure. Signs include: • Lethargy • Lack of appetite • Difficulty breathing • Blood in urine, faeces and/or vomit • Nose bleeds • Bleeding gums • Haematomas • Bruising • Weakness If an animal is suspected of ingesting a rodenticide veterinary treatment should be sought immediately. If possible take the product packaging to the vets with you. Information on how much of the product was ingested and when is also very important.

If the product was ingested very recently the vet will induce vomiting to remove as much toxin as possible from the body. A substance called activated charcoal can then be administered to reduce absorption of toxin from the gastrointestinal tract. Vitamin K is given by injection and continued orally for at least a week. Blood samples are taken before, during and after treatment to monitor blood clotting ability. If the animal is very severely affected they may need to be admitted for more intensive treatment such as intravenous fluid therapy or a blood transfusion.

Prognosis is generally very good if treatment is started early, but becomes more guarded once symptoms have developed, therefore early veterinary intervention is essential.

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Re-homing Pets Can you offer a home to any of our featured pets?

Bay - 10 month old female cat Bay is a lovely, friendly girl who closed one eye just as I took the picture & I couldn’t get another as she just wanted lots of attention. She should be fine with children & might be ok with other pets. She requires outdoor access.

Victor - 11 year old male cat Poor Victor is not enjoying cattery life & is missing his home comforts. He is looking for a home with no young children & no dogs but he might be ok with other cats. He loves playing with toys especially ones with catnip on them & he requires outdoor access.

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Rescue Centres Dogs Trust Glasgow: 0141-773-5130 www.dogstrust.org.uk Hessilhead Wildlife Rescue: 01505-502415 www.hessilhead.org.uk Johnstone Cat Rescue: 01505 337321 Cat Protection: 0141-779-3341 www.cats.org.uk/ glasgowac/adopt-a-cat 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.

Cardyke Farm, Langmuirhead Road, Auchinloch, Glasgow G66 5LD - Telephone 0141 779 3341

Princess 2-3 year old female Polecat Princess is a lovely inquisitive girl who loves to explore her surroundings. She is happy and contented and doesn’t mind being handled. Any potential owner will need to keep up her daily handling.

Sheldon - age unknown Terrapin Terrapins are a big commitment as they can live for over 30 years and this means they should never be taken on lightly.

They require regular cleaning and tank maintenance, heat, light and feeding.

Sheldon would love an experienced terrapin owner to come forward and offer him a loving home.

To contact the centre about any animals, please call 03000 999 999 or visit www.scottishspca.org/rehoming

Pete - 2-5 year old male Terrier Pete is a lovely wee chap who loves his exercise and going for long walks and exploring new things. Pete can live with children who are 12 years old or over and needs his own secure garden to practice his training in.

He needs a calm, quiet home who are willing to give him the time and space he needs to settle into his new home and come out his shell.

Robbie - 1-2 yr old male Labrador X Robbie is a big, bouncy, friendly boy looking for an active family home. He loves going for walks and explore new places! Robbie can live with children who are 10 years old or over and needs his own secure garden to practice his training in and run around. He is a super strong big boy so needs a home who are physically able to walk him and give him the exercise he needs and loves. Robbie struggles to be left at home alone & can be destructive so will need someone who is at home most of the day to help him settle.

Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre, 315 Hamilton Road, Uddingston, Glasgow, G71 7SL. Open: 12noon - 4pm (inc weekends); 12noon- 7.30pm on Tuesdays; closed: Wednesdays

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Do you have some spare time to work with the young people in Renfrewshire?

Following on from winning a Silver medal at Gardening Scotland, the Drystone Wallers spent the month of July rebuilding the Centenary Wall at Erskine Hospital.

We are looking for adult volunteers to assist all of our Groups to provide fun and adventure for our young people.

Over the course of 3 weekends a team of 10 members, including two new members recruited from the June training course, rebuilt the feature on a specially prepared site by the roundabout at the entrance to the hospital. As the wall now has to last longer than a weekend, greater care had to be taken in the build to ensure longevity, and the project was finished on the same day as the Erskine Hospital Gala Day. This ensured a constant stream of interested visitors stopping to admire the work and asking about the group. Of special interest again were the inlaid slates depicting the “Vanishing Willow Trees” that came from the Glasgow University grounds in 1916.

The next project is at St Vincents Church in East Kilbride, where we are building a domed Grotto using sandstone and “puddlestone”, a new material for us to work with. The build utilises a technique known as “corbelling” to create the dome which we last used to create the wishing well at Greenock Ocean terminal in 2011.

Following on from this there will be a weekend project at Muirsheil Country Park in September. This will be to restore a section of derelict boundary wall on a steep slope, again challenging the members with a new technique.

No need for previous experience as full training will be provided.

The sections are Beavers aged 6 - 8 Cubs aged 8 - 10.5 Scouts aged 10.5 - 14 Explorers aged 14 - 18 If you are able to assist, or would like further information please contact District Commissioner Ian Hunter at dc@renfrewshirescouts.org.uk or 07742 860194.

Bridge of Weir Horticultural Society At the time of writing, the winds forecast are blustering around our gardens and the rain will soon follow. No wonder the month of August is the month of angst for gardeners as we prepare for the Flower Show! By the time you read this, it will all be over and we hope you will have come along to support us and, better still, participate. Details of the cup and prize winners will appear next month.

As we head towards autumn, we have an interesting selection of speakers lined up to entertain and inform us. As always, everyone is welcome. Our first speaker will be Brian Young, who is well-known for his love of Irises which he grows in his Ayrshire nursery. These are surprisingly tolerant plants and many of the species will grow happily in our gardens – he will tell us more. We meet on Thursday 13th October at 8pm in The British Legion Club.

The final public training course for 2016 will be held in Kilbarchan on the weekend of September 17/18th.

If anyone is interested in taking part, further details may be found on our website at www.wsdswa.org.uk/ training

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The Spice of Life

The estate has been very busy over the last few weeks with children finishing up their school holidays with a visit to Finlaystone. Our event days, especially our Falconry Day, Pirate Day and Witches and Wizards being very well attended.

Should you wish to view pictures of the days and other events go to Finlaystone Estate on Facebook.

In addition to public events we can also organise various activities for children’s parties, scout & guide groups or corporate events. We would be pleased to discuss your requirements further and would be pleased if you email us at info@finlaystone.co.uk Membership Just a reminder that the membership year ended at the end of March and we will be happy to process your renewal if we have not already.

Family / Grandparents £69 ~ Single / Concession £32 Volunteering We would be pleased to hear from any group, business or individual that would like to join our existing volunteers, who continue to devote their precious time to numerous tasks in the woods & gardens and certainly help make a great difference to what is achieved on the estate. One particular project we currently need assistance with is re-staking all the young trees which were blown over in the winter storms.

Volunteering in the garden We are constantly recruiting volunteers to help in the maintenance of the garden, propagation of plants, and watering duties. Our volunteers have many different reasons for volunteering: to gain experience and training in horticulture, to gain general work experience; (improving job prospects and employability), to improve communicational, organisational, and people skills, to de-stress, or simply because they have a love of plants, gardening and fresh air. All age groups can apply to become volunteers, if you would like to join our team on a regular or casual basis, then please approach me in the estate or call reception for more details. Many thanks go to all our present and previous volunteers; your help is greatly appreciated.

Are you getting married soon? If so, have you considered Finlaystone as a potential venue for the ceremony, reception or photographs? If not further details can be found on the House web site www.finlaystonehouse.com Decorative & Ornamental Trees for sale We have a fine selection of decorative ornamental garden & landscaping trees available which will provide spring, summer & autumn colours as well as giving privacy to a garden. Ideal for replacing trees lost in the recent storms! Please email info@finlaystone.co.uk or check www.finlaystone. co.uk if you would like further details.

Friends or relatives planning to visit & nowhere to stay!

Why not try our holiday flats? Full details can be found on their own website www.finlaystonecottages.co.uk. The ground floor glazed area is available for meetings, children’s parties etc, and details are available from Norah on 01475 540505 or email shop@finlaystone.co.uk

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Well, this summer’s been nothing if not varied. Three great weeks in May, then June, one of the wettest and coldest since records began, was followed by a hot but overcast July. August started with gales (our planters took a bit of a battering then) before settling down into an unpredictable mishmash of sunshine and showers. Whatever September has in store can’t surprise us, can it?

Earlier this year the 2nd Bridge of Weir Guides asked us if they could do something for Brighter Bridge of Weir as part of their ‘Mission Spectacular’ badge work. We suggested that they could decorate some stones and we would display them at one of our sites in the village. They set about this with enthusiasm and some readers may already have seen their work, embedded in three colourful tyres in our Woodland Garden opposite Livery Walk.

It certainly makes a colourful feature and we’re pleased that the Guides thought to approach us about this. We’ve already helped other young people working towards school projects or youth group awards schemes, and it is as rewarding for us as it is for them.

Our first bash at Crowdfunding ends at the beginning of October and, at the time of writing, we’re more than half way towards our £750 target. If you’d like to donate, you can do so by visiting https:// crowdfunding.justgiving.com/brighterbridgeofweir. If you’re not comfy with computers, you can still contribute the old-fashioned way.

Another way you can help add to our funds and have great fun at the same time - is our annual Fun Casino Night. This year it’s on 1st October, again at the Royal British Legion Club and featuring the professional croupiers of Pink Cocktails Fun Casino. Nobody loses at this Casino! More details can be found on our Facebook page: facebook. com/brighterbridgeofweir and our website: wwww. brighterbridgeofweir.org.

And there will be information posted throughout the village too.

Kilmacolm Plant Sale Come along to Kilmacolm on September 10th from 10am - 12noon for an autumn plant sale in aid of Scotland’s Gardens!

Directions - The plant sale will be held at the Cross outside the Library and Cargill Centre.

Beneficiaries - Parklea “Branching Out” receives 40%, the net remaining to SG Beneficiaries.

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Kilbarchan & District Beekeepers In late summer and early autumn plants such as Japanese Anemone, Aster, Rudbekia, Heleniums and Verbena are in flower. These plants will be giving the honeybees the last boost of pollen and nectar for storing before the late autumn and winter months, where there is little forage.

Beekeepers will have removed any honey crops they have been lucky enough to accumulate (especially with the summer we have had), and will be applying a localised treatment within the hive against Varroa Destructor mites which are external parasites that attack both adult honeybees and brood (larvae). The Varroa weaken the individual bees, therefore the colony as a whole, and can also transfer other disease and virus.

New Beekeepers Kilbarchan Beekeepers are a club of 55 individuals, this year we have had a great interest and have 12 new members, most of these people have undertaken study or had hands on experience on other members’ hives and have taken ownership of their first honeybee colonies. Pictured left is Mary Pollock of Kilbarchan, with her new hive and colony in place.

LEAP Cycle for Summer during August – Miles of cycling across the Villages

Interested?

If you are interested in beekeeping for yourself or the whole family, anyone is welcome. Contact Helena Jackson, the Kilbarchan and District Beekeepers Association Secretary via e-mail Helena.Jackson72@sky.com if you would like to know more!

KBA hold evening meetings during Autumn & Winter months in The Steeple Halls, Kilbarchan between 7.30 - 10.00pm. You can come along and find out more about Honeybee husbandry and related topics, drop in to find out more at one of the meetings below.

LEAP’s Cycle for summer in August has proven a big success 13th September Varroa, Viruses, IPM & Gavin Ramsay with families and local residents

Bee Disease Update from Lochwinnoch, Bridge of Weir 11th October Reading Bees SBA Tour Speaker and Houston logging their cycling

(CABA ) miles, photos and stories to raise awareness of their experience of 8th November Honey Show Judge: Enid Brown cycling. In the first 2 weeks they 13th December AGM reached a total of over 630 miles 10th January Beekeeping DVD’s Peter Stromberg by cycling to work as an alternative to car journeys, cycling to improve 14th February Bee Friendly Plants for Gardeners Helena Jackson their health and wellbeing, to keep 14th March Swarm Control & Queen Rearing Ian Craig fit, to have a fun family day out, to Evening meetings will be held in the Steeple Halls, Kilbarchan, 7.30 fundraise for their chosen charity, - 10.00pm (except 11th October which will be in the Heart of Scotstoun or simply for the love of their bike Community Centre). and the outdoors. “The network of cycle routes and paths that connect Top 3 jobs our local villages means we can stop off to visit friends for September 1 Divide herbaceous perennials on route’, ‘I’m a short cycle ride from Bridge of Weir to 2 Pick autumn raspberries Johnstone Railway Station to get to work’, ‘Cycling is 3 Collect and sow seed from my hobby and I try to cycle 30 miles a week’ are a few perennials and hardy annuals of the quotes, articles, photographs and news posts to be found on LEAP’s website and news pages at www. myleapproject.org. A big LEAP thanks to everyone who has taken part in the Cycle for Summer and contributed their photos and articles during August – Keep on Cycling!

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Birds and mammals easily capture our attention, but some of the smaller creatures found at the reserve are just as fascinating! This is the perfect time of year to do some pond dipping and discover what lurks under the water’s surface. You may find water boatmen, pond snails and leeches – and if you’re lucky, a huge great diving beetle or even a cute newt! There are plenty of little creatures to discover outside the pond too – peacock & red admiral butterflies love to visit the flowers in our wildlife garden, along with bumblebees and hoverflies. We also have a moth trap, which we use to record these night-flying insects. Moths don’t have a great reputation, with most people thinking of them as ugly brown insects – but did you know that there over 2000 species of moth in the UK? Many of them are brightly coloured and have beautiful patterns.

If you are interested in photography and would like to learn more about how to take great snaps of wildlife, our Photography Workshops may be perfect for you.

The workshops will be lead by David Palmar, a wildlife photographer with over 30 years experience, who is the volunteer photographer for the Loch Lomond & Inner Forth RSPB reserves, and runs his own website (photoscot.co.uk). On Sunday 11th September, David will run a full day intermediate photography workshop which will be perfect for those looking to improve their existing skills, and on Saturday 17th there will be an afternoon workshop aimed at beginners. Both workshops will include a mixture of indoor presentation and outdoor practical skills development, and David will provide plenty of advice and encouragement! Spaces will be limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Looking for a chance to get outdoors with your loved ones and enjoy nature? Why not join us for our Family Volunteering group on Saturday 24th? Family Volunteering is a free event, aimed at getting adults & kids of all ages outdoors & into nature. The group take part in various tasks that help to maintain the habitats here at the reserve – it’s great fun, and a fantastic, unique way for families to enjoy some fresh air & exercise.

For more information about the reserve or any of our events, please call 01505 842 663 or email lochwinnoch@rspb.org.uk

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Welcome to Scotland’s largest Regional Park Here comes the Bog Stomp!

Duke of Edinburgh Programmes at Clyde Muirshiel

Going to print we still have spaces for the Bog Stomp… It’s at Greenock Cut Visitor Centre on Sunday 4th September and is a new 10km trail running event! General entry is £20 but reduced to £10 if you raise £100 for Erskine, our charity partner. All participants will get a goody bag with medal and t-shirt. See www.clydemuirshiel.co.uk/things-to-do/bogstomp/ for more info, online entry is now open through EntryCentral.com/ bogstomp2016.

A wide range of expeditions and skills are available to suit Duke of Edinburgh participants of all abilities. Get in touch with dofe@clydemuirshiel.co.uk if you know of a group of 14 - 24 yr olds who could benefit from a tailored programme!

Scottish Multi-Class Regatta Clyde Muirshiel’s Castle Semple Visitor Centre will again play host to the Regatta and will see lots of special schools and disability resource centres out on the water. Come down and support the competitors and enjoy the colourful sails lighting up the loch!

Classics at Castle Semple Returns!

Now in its 6th year Visitor Centre Assistant Jane will return with her amazing Classic Car Show. It’s happening on Sunday 23rd October at Castle Semple and Jane encourages anyone who would like to display their pride and joy to get in touch ASAP as spaces are limited. It’s free to do so but you must book email janga666@hotmail.com.

Semple Trail Launch Success Sunday 7th August saw the successful launch of the Semple Trail Heritage Project! The new Kids’ Passport is available with lots of activities with things to see and do around the route.

New Pedal the Park Mini XC Event!

Clyde Muirshiel and Ride 63 have again teamed up, this time to offer an off road, mountain biking event at Muirshiel Country Park on Sunday 30th October. It’s open to everyone aged 8 - adult and has age bandings/ categories and FREE bike hire provided by event partners RT Cycles.

Online entry is priced at just £5, or £10 on the day. Enter now - https:// www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/140421/Pedal-The-Park-Mini-XC

Ride 63 Club News Check out our facebook (www.facebook.com/Ride63) to see when we’re next going out or contact ridesixtythree@gmail.com for a membership form.

CMRP Online Keep up to speed with events and activities taking place on the Park’s Facebook facebook.com/ClydeMuirshielRegionalPark, @Clydemuirshiel Twitter & Instagram pages.

Regular Events Mondays (but not public holidays)

Saturdays

Lochwinnoch Community Walks meet 10.30am at The Cross, Lochwinnoch.

Weekly Volunteer Groups Newcomers always welcome!

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Greenock Cut Conservation Volunteers, Adult group, 10.30am – 2.30pm.

Sundays Castle Semple Young Volunteers, 12 - 18 yr olds, 10am – 12noon

Castle Semple Conservation Volunteers, Adult group, from 12.30pm – 3.30pm.

Keep up to speed with events and activities taking place on the Park’s Facebook: facebook.com/ClydeMuirshielRegionalPark or Twitter @Clydemuirshiel pages.

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

Wildlife News July and August have been fantastic months for breeding barn owls in the local area. Out of four sites visited, three had young chicks. One with a clutch of four, one with three and one with two. One of the adult females was also present and she was subsequently ringed. It’s surprising for me as that particular box has now had three different females using it over the last three years. I do wonder what is happening outwith the breeding season which causes this.

When visiting the clutch of three, the youngest chick wasn’t coping too well and he was subsequently taken up to Hessilhead for treatment. After two weeks he was returned successfully back to his box and is holding his own with his siblings. He was a grumpy wee thing and continuously

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hissed all the way down the road until he went back in the box. If you have barn owls nesting in any outbuildings please remember that they are Schedule 1 birds, protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act and a special licence is required to disturb them for activities such as ringing and photography. More info can be found at http://www.snh.gov.uk/protectingscotlands-nature/protected-species/

It has recently been noted that the Windows on Wildlife trail cameras are one of the longest continuously running trail camera projects in Scotland (4 years in October). They continue to film the daily lives of the badgers, foxes and more in the woods. The badger triplets are doing well and it’s soon going to be hard to tell at a glance which are the adults and which are the cubs however the cameras have allowed me to distinguish between individuals from their facial stripes and tails. Some of the badgers, such as Rough and Salt, have been followed on camera their whole lives. I have pages of notes and almost 1000 hours of footage which I’ve collected over the last four years and hope to write up.

Event News Ever fancied wandering around the woods in the dark but been too afraid to do so? Join me on the evening of Friday 16th September to see if we can spot badgers, owls, wood mice, bats and more on the After Dark Walk.

Meet at Castle Semple at 7.30pm, booking is essential with a cost of £5 per person. Good walking shoes and a torch are recommended.

More Info…

Details can be found on the Park’s website 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. Talks to groups can be arranged.

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Our latest jaunt took us to Paisley last month, for a session of evening photography.

Paisley offers a cornucopia of iconic buildings, old cobbled lanes and even some multicoloured lions!

Roll on Doors Open Day! Some of the images are shown here.

The Club starts back on 7th September with the Welcome Night and Members Evening.

As mentioned in last month’s Advertizer, our pre-season 2016 Exhibition takes place at KNCC, on Saturday 10th September, from 10am to 1pm. Why not take a much-earned break from the shopping or the gardening (it’s bound to be raining anyway!) and take a look? You’ll be most welcome.

Please note this is a ticket entry night, £3 for Members and £5 for non-members.

Tickets should be reserved before the night to ensure a place.

Should this Exhibition whet your appetite for more photography theory and practice, another possible date for your diary is the Camera Club’s opening evening (4 October). It’s all very friendly and informal. If you don’t have a camera, a smartphone will be just as effective (and in most cases, better than my camera!).

On 14th September we will see Member’s “Postcards” from their Summer outings and have a technical “Ask the Expert” session.

Soon after the start of the new season we will have 2 outstanding Speakers.

On 21st September - Simon Butterworth – “Landscapes”

Simon’s work can be seen on his website.

www.simonbutterworthphotography.com

On 28th September - Stephen Cosh – “Street Photography” Stephen’s work can be seen on his website.

Stephen Cosh is a 45 year old photographer and designer based in Scotland.

Stephen discovered photography as a youngster.

In his mid-thirties he was introduced to street photography.

Contacts: Billy Blair, Tel: 873383; Janice Stevenson, Tel 873595.

Langbank Camera Club The club’s new session begins on Monday 12th September at 7:30pm in the Langbank Church Hall.

The camera club was established in 2006 and is a vibrant, albeit small, friendly club. We are always looking for new members in order to sustain the club. So, anyone living in Langbank or the surrounding area is welcome to join at any time.

Our meetings are held on the second Monday of the month from September to May and last about an hour and a half to two hours. We run a monthly competition for members to display their craft. We are mainly a self sustaining club with members providing the majority of talks and lectures on photography and to provide help to those who are less experienced.

The aim of the club is to promote photography to the wider community in an informal and relaxed setting.

We also run a Projected Digital Image monthly meeting, the fourth Monday in the month, where we display members images on the “big” screen followed by a discussion on the image and how it was achieved etc. We try to cover all aspects of modern photography including photo editing to help get the most from that special photographic moment. The featured image is from one of our PDI nights last session.

If you are interested in photography, have a camera you can’t quite get the hang of, or want to share your experiences with others and learn from them, then this is the club for you. Membership is only £10 for the first year. Contact Derrick McPherson at langbankcc1@gmail.com for more information.

Club website: www.langbankcameraclub.weebly.com

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Simon was Landscape Photographer of the Year 2012.

His images are outstanding and the stories

he gives are entertaining.

Venue: Kilmacolm New Community Centre, Room 1.01; Tuesday evening, time 7.30pm.

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His street work is gritty, personal and often dark and detached. His portrait work shows a deep connection, understanding and respect of his subjects, whether they be famous or homeless.

His photography takes him all over the world, shooting both professionally and for recreation.

1st Bridge of Weir Scout Group In July, Bridge of Weir Scouts and Explorers set off on their first foreign trip, a 9 day adventure to the South of France and the Italian Alps. Following a long but very comfortable journey by luxury coach our group of 35 Scouts, Explorers and adults reached the camp site in the Ardeche region of the South of France.

Following a day of relaxation we set off on a 2 day kayaking trip down the Ardeche river enjoying the heat, the stunning scenery and sleeping beneath the stars in an open air makeshift camp with the odd wild boar for company.

Having spent 3 days in the Ardeche region we then moved on to Italy and to a camp in the Aosta Valley not far from Monte Blanc in the Alps. While there we abseiled, gorge walked and pot holed before finishing on the final day with white water rafting on the Fuime Del Baltea, Fuime Del Baltic to us as it was very cold to swim in due to the glacier melt water.

Special thanks to our drivers Gary and Keith, and to everyone who fund raised and donated to, and participated in this wonderful experience. Looking forward to our next leg of the Bridge of Weir Scout Groups European Tour in summer 2017.

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What a wonderful start to the new term we have had. It has been lovely to welcome all the new children to our Duchal family and to see our older children embracing their new role mentoring them!

After celebrating the Queen’s birthday earlier in the year, we are now using our topic of castles, knights and princesses to learn all about our colours and shapes.

We are delighted with the extension of our Duchal day offering extended hours until 3.30pm every day for those that require longer days. Feedback from our current parents is really positive and more importantly, the children are so pleased to be able to spend more time at Duchal and sharing more experiences with their friends!

This is a fantastic situation to be in as we enter into our 50th year of providing dedicated pre school education in the village – that’s a lot of local children who have been able to enjoy the Duchal experience over the years!

If you would like to come and visit the Nursery to find out more about what we can offer please contact Head Teacher Jean McCarthy on: Tel. 874358. Also visit our website at: www.duchal.com and our Facebook page to keep up to date with all the latest news.

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Having a visitor to Playgroup is always very exciting and what could be better than a fire engine and crew on a sunny day? This was Playgroup in June, celebrating the end of a very busy but successful year, and we wish all our old friends lots of luck and fun as they progress onto nursery. For those returning, we have all the familiar favourites to play with, plus games and activities to stimulate the senses and promote personal development. We will also be welcoming a steady stream of new families over the next few months and look forward to seeing you at Playgroup on a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday morning. For more information email Claire at kilmacolmplaygroupandtoddlers@gmail.com or see our website: http://kilmacolmplaygroupandtoddlers.jimdo. com.

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Lochwinnoch Baby & Toddlers McKillop Hall, 9.30am - 11.30am

£2/family fee incl tea & children’s snacks.

Kilmacolm Playgroup

St Columba Church Hall, Kilmacolm, 9.30am - 11.40am

Howwood Baby & Toddler Group

Howwood Parish Church, 10am - 12noon

Kilbarchan East Tots Club

East Church Hall, 9.15am - 11.30am

every Tuesday

Bridge of Weir Toddlers

Cargill Hall, Lintwhite Cres, BoW

Pop along and see us from 9.30 - 11.30am

Baby Social

Three Sisters Bake, Quarriers Vill. 11 am Meet mums, drink coffee, eat cake.

Kilmacolm Playgroup

St Columba Church Hall, Kilmacolm, 9.30am - 11.40am

Howwood Playgroup

Howwood Church Hall, 9.45am - 11.35am

Our Toddlers group meets on Wednesdays from 1011.30am for tots aged 0-3 years.

Feel free to drop in for a cuppa and a chat, toys, play and new friends. For more information contact Frances at franthorburn@hotmail.com

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Kilmacolm Toddlers

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Lochwinnoch Baby & Toddlers

Johnstone High School

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Welcome Back and Congratulations

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Welcome back to all our S2 - S6 students and a warm welcome to our new S1 pupils. We hope you have had a relaxing summer and are refreshed and ready for the year ahead.

Furthermore, a huge congratulations to all our pupils on their recent exam results. This year’s results are the best on record and it is a testament to the hard work and dedication exhibited throughout the year.

Dresses by Royal Approval In June a group of Johnstone High pupils, and staff member, took part in Future Textile’s Dress in a Day Challenge in June at Dumfries House in Cumnock. The event was held in collaboration with Glasgow Clyde College and Ayrshire College and a host of big name employers within the industry. The designs were judged

by Great British Sewing Bee judge Patrick Grant, and prizes awarded by Prince Charles and Camilla. Our three pupils, Megan Cook (S4), Beth McColl (S5), and Lisa Thomson (S6), all made it into the finals and teacher, Amanda Carlin, won the teacher challenge.

UK School Games Selection Many Congratulations to Heather Fawcett (S6) for her selection in the UK school games. Heather will compete for Scotland in the hammer event. All school staff and pupils would like to wish Heather good luck for this event, which takes place in Loughborough on 1st - 4th September.

Paisley Art Institute Prize Winners Congratulations to Lauren Anderson (S4) and Samantha Miller (S6) for winning their respective age categories in the Paisley Arts Institute Schools Competition.

Their work, along with work by Rachel Aird, Joseph Cameron, Kira Graham, Jack Vaughan, Kirsty Hiddleston and Hannah Leitch is currently on display at Paisley Museum.

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Howwood Playgroup

Howwood Church Hall 9.45am - 11.35am

Houston Toddlers

Church Hall, Main Street, Houston

Pop along and see us from 9.30 - 11.30am

Kilmacolm Playgroup

St Columba Church Hall, Kilmacolm, 9.15am - 11.40am

Howwood Playgroup

Howwood Church Hall 9.45am - 11.35am

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Langbank Playgroup

Langbank Village Hall 9.45 - 11.45am For 2.5 - 5yr olds.

Contact Jen Burrows 07947 983025.

Langbank Under 3’s

Church Hall, Langbank 10am - 11.45am For children from birth to 3 years

1st & 3rd Friday

Renfrewshire Inverclyde Twins Club McKillop Hall, Lochwinnoch 10am - 11.30am

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Lochwinnoch Primary Pupils at Lochwinnoch Primary were happy and enthusiastic as they started back on 15th August.

We were very proud of how smart everyone was in their uniform and encourage this to continue. Not only is it smart and practical, it helps enormously in building a sense of identity and belonging within the school community. Our new Primary 1 pupils were welcomed into their new class by their Primary Seven buddies and had a super morning learning about their classroom routines and using the trim trail.

A new lift is now fully operational within the school and refurbishment of storage areas is on-going as is the work to replace our roof. Pupils have been learning about staying safe during assembly and are asked to be especially careful while the scaffolding remains in place.

We have lots of exciting things happening in school this term, including the election of House Captains and the usual open afternoon on the 9th September, with opportunities for parents and carers to see children in their classroom and meet their teachers.

We look forward to working with parents and the community in the coming year to continue to provide exciting and appropriate learning opportunities for all our pupils.

Gryffe High School Reading for Gold rewards!

As a reward for completing their ‘Read for Gold’ reading challenge, a group of (new) S2 pupils enjoyed a day out at Waterstones. Mrs Kerr, the school librarian works very hard to encourage every pupil to be enthusiastic about their reading.

If pupils are finding it difficult to choose a book, then they know that they can always come to Mrs Kerr for a book suggestion. The pupils had fun handling their individual budgets to buy books for the library and were treated to a McDonalds lunch afterwards. They had a great day out and now they can enjoy reading their purchases.

Mrs Kerr also runs a Book Club in the school on a Wednesday. This is popular with the pupils and gives them an opportunity to discuss their reading.

Kilmacolm Primary We’ve returned after our summer holidays and welcomed 30 new P1 pupils to our school community.

What a smart bunch they are, looking shiny and bright as they begin their school life with us.

They have settled beautifully are happy and having fun in their classes.

We are moving closer to the return to our “Churchill Rd. Home” in October and are delighted to see the progress being made. The school is looking good as finishing touches are made and staff begin to look ahead to packing up our resources in time for the big move.

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Houston Primary School Welcome Back The pupils from Houston Primary School have returned after the summer holidays and have clearly grown over the past six weeks. We welcome our new Nursery and Primary 1 pupils and look forward to watching them grow and develop over the coming years ahead.

We look forward to a fun filled year of learning for all of our pupils.

Gardening News Whilst we have been away our raised beds have been producing delicious fruits and vegetables. The Gardening Club resumed on the first week of term and harvested a wide variety of produce, some of which they have given to Lorna our school cook and some to take home to taste and enjoy for themselves. The cabbages this year are enormous and the garden peas are crunchy and sweet. Mrs Murray also received a beautiful bunch of freshly picked Jubilee roses for her office.

Keep Houston Healthy Houston Primary School is a health promoting school and we continue to participate in the daily mile, and positively encourage as many children as possible to walk, cycle or scoot to school.

Eco Tidy Each week a year group is responsible for weeding, recycling and litter picking within our school grounds. This ensures that our environment remains a pleasant one. We are supported and very much appreciate the work of the Community Council and senior pupils from Gryffe High School who are also helping to keep Houston tidy. Whilst out and about as part of our Forest Schools initiative the staff, parents and pupils were shocked by the amount of litter and household waste that had been dumped in and around forested areas of Houston. The pupils were pro-active and filled sixteen bin bags filled with litter. The Primary 4 pupils have also made posters which are on display in and around Houston village.

Pride of Paisley As part of the Pride of Paisley Wild in Art event, Houston Primary School received a large lion to decorate. Our pupils designed beautiful Paisley patterns, which were then copied by our very talented and newly appointed classroom assistant Mrs Turnbull, who patiently stuck on buttons to our lion following the pupil’s designs. It is now proudly on display at Weir’s Dry Cleaners in Houston. Please have a look at ‘Buttons’ the lion. For more information please visit www.prideofpaisley.co.uk Primary 7 Leavers’ Dance - A fun filled evening was had by all!

Houston Baby & Toddlers A great start to the new term for Houston Baby & Toddler group - we’ve enjoyed using our new dressing up clothes and chatting with our friends, old and new.

Children from 0 - 4 years old, together with their parents/grandparent/carer, will receive a warm welcome. The children can have fun playing with our many toys while the adults chat over a cuppa! We meet every Thursday between 9.30 - 11.30am (term time only) in the West Hall, Main Street, Houston, PA6 7EL (next door to the Carrick Centre) - welcome anytime. We look forward to meeting you. Sharon, Lesley & Fiona. (lesleyannjackson@ outlook.com)

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St Columba’s School Welcome back!

The beginning of the new term saw excited pupils return to School and teachers were delighted to welcome so many new faces to the St Columba’s family. The sunshine allowed the children to fully enjoy the colourful new Junior School grounds which were officially opened before the summer break. There has been plenty of activity over the summer on the Villas Development at Gryffe Road and progress is becoming ever more noticeable. The Senior School extension is on track to be completed over the coming weeks – a preview of the finished building can be seen here: www.st-columbas.org/supportus/capital-campaign-appeal.

Results The Rector is very pleased with this year’s SQA results. The Higher results are very impressive with over 65% of results at grade A which is the third highest in the School’s history; the pass rate is 94.1%.

Results at Advanced Higher show a very high pass rate of 96.6%, while the percentage of As is the fifth best in the School’s history at 49.2%. The pass rate at National 5 is 93.3%.

Prizegiving It was a pleasure to welcome Mr Malcolm Offord, Chairman of Badenoch & Co. and trustee of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, as our guest of honour at Senior School Prizegiving and to have Dr Carol TragerCowan of Strathclyde University, as our guest of honour at the Junior School Prizegiving.

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Open Week Visit us during our Open Week from 31st October to 4th November to see our Early Years, Junior and Senior Schools at work and play. We provide an all-through education with a wide range of opportunities for your child and offer wrap-around care from age 3. Our success is evident not only in the excellent academic results achieved, but also in the polite, articulate and quietly selfassured young people that you will meet in our classrooms, at an international debate, or on a rugby field. We pride ourselves in creating an environment that allows us to identify and nurture the unique talents and skills of each student, and encourage each one of them to realise their full potential.

We also offer a wide range of Advanced Higher subjects to those who wish to join us for their sixth year, and are happy to discuss your options with you.

To book an appointment for Junior School please call 01505 872768 or 01505 872238 for Senior School and visit st-columbas.org to find out more about us.

We would love to show you what we can offer your child.

Creative Communities Calling all budding authors and screenwriters: Ever fancied writing a book? Or a movie? Then story detectives might be for you. See article on page 41 for full details.

Creative Communities Programme We are delighted to announce that we will be running our local arts programme again this year. This is open to everyone in the community, and comprises a wide variety of events aimed at all ages. All events are free. Please email Victoria.finnigan@hotmail.com to register you place: To find out more about St Columba’s School please visit www.st-columbas. org .

For further information please contact: Sylvia Lavizani, Marketing Officer Tel: 01505 874772 Email: slavizani@st-columbas.org

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Linwood Park Run

Birkmyre RFC

On-X Sports Centre, Brediland Road, Linwood

Birkmyre RFC have just completed an excellent pre season. Training continues every Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7.15pm at Birkmyre Park.

New players will be given a warm welcome and can find out more about the club and it’s excellent facilities by contacting Donald Hall on 07799 154597.

Saturday is quickly becoming parkrun day in Linwood and Saturday 30th July once again saw over 100 parkrunners arrive for the free, weekly, timed 5k 9.30 run. For the fast runners at the front it was a ‘teenage takeover’ with the first three finishers all still being in their teens. Robbie Ferguson on his first visit to Linwood, clocked in with a very speedy 16.37, Craig Kennedy followed him home in 17.50, with Calum Ferguson third home in 18.36. Janine Dickie was first lady finisher in 21.04, again on her first visit, followed closely by Sarah Johnstone and Lorna Mitchell who was setting a PB. Special mentions should go to Lewis Barclay, in the 11 - 14 category who had a terrific run in 19.25. John Gilhooly, a seasoned parkrunner with 218 runs to his name, has taken part is all 4 Linwood parkruns and has scored a PB on all his runs, quite an achievement. Perhaps the biggest cheer of the day was for young Jamie Farren who had a great run and was welcomed home by all the volunteers and spectators. I’m sure that Jamie has many PB’s to look forward to (as well as a free ‘10’ t-shirt, when he completes his 10th run!

We were pleased to welcome lots of visitors to Linwood, including the ‘daddy’ of Scottish parkrun, Richard Leyton. Richard was involved in setting up the first parkrun in Scotland at Pollok Park and has been central both to the physical growth of parkrun and the development of the software systems that get all our results to us so quickly. Richard had his fastest parkrun time of 20.02, just 3 seconds away from a sub 20. Feedback on the Linwood course from many experienced parkrunners is that it’s a fast course, and also a great setting in the woodland trails at ON-X. In all there were 65 first time runners to Linwood on Saturday and its fabulous to see so many new faces coming to try the course. Just as important of course, is to see Saturday mornings at Linwood becoming a habit for so many. Nothing builds a community feel like seeing the same faces returning week after week, long may it continue.

In all, we had 114 parkrunners (well we have to include Isla in her Buggy being pushed along by Steven Hill, from Kilbarchan AAC – the combination again saw a PB for the pair, with Isla finishing just ahead of her dad thankfully). To date 362 different runners have tried the course.

Parkrun operates by runners taking an occasional stint on the volunteer roster, or even just from people who just want to get out and participate in this weekly event. There are lots of volunteering positions available over the next few weeks so please become even more involved with the event and email linwoodhelpers@parkrun.com.

Parkruns take place every Saturday at 9:30am at ON-X. More information and to register for the free weekly timed 5k can be found at www.parkrun. org.uk/linwood.

Linwood parkrun started on 9th July 2016, and since then 362 different runners, including participants from 45 athletics clubs, have completed 496 runs covering a total distance of 2,480 km, and there have been 81 new Personal Bests.

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Our home games kick off at 2pm as below and all supporters are welcome.

Match day sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Sat 3 Sep v Wigtownshire Sat 17 Sep v Uddingston Sat 24 Sep v Strathendrick Sat 8 Oct v Police Scotland Glasgow Sat 22 Oct v Bishopton Sat 29 Oct v Loch Lomond Sat 3 Dec v Arran To keep up to date with fixtures, scores and club news visit our website www.pitchero.com.birkmyre PHYSIOTHERAPIST WANTED We are still keen to recruit a fully or part qualified Physio to support the team with pre game, game and post game support. Appropriate fees will be paid and further information is available from Donald Hall on 07799 154597 Fancy a running challenge in 2016? Then why not take your pick from the 10k or the half marathon events on Sunday 2nd October through the streets of Glasgow?

Soak up the atmosphere and support provided by thousands of supporters lining the streets, music and bands on the run, charity cheering points... and of course, performances from some of Scotland’s finest bagpipers, keeping you motivated to the end. Alternatively, head to George Square on Saturday 1st October for the Super Saturday events - perfect for the kids and a family day out. No matter your ability or level of fitness, there’s something for everyone to choose from.

Last year we saw more women than men take part in the 10k – a first for a Great Run event and a brilliant achievement for the sport. We also welcomed more participants to the five events than ever before, so thank you to everyone who made it Scotland’s biggest ever weekend of running.

Let’s make it bigger and better this year!

For more details or to enter visit: http://greatscottishrun.com/

SWI Renfrewshire Sport Paisley’s Priorscroft Bowling Club was the splendid venue for the National Outdoor Bowling Competition on August 8th. Twenty six teams of three used both greens `Abbey and Mill`, where there were long jacks, short jacks and many bowls running in a curve all watched by a good number of supporters.

Brookfield Institute did great work - scoring- timing (five minute warning bell) with arrangements made by Ann Dunne. Howwood Institute supplied Morning Coffee and the Priorscroft Club provided the purvey for Lunch and High Tea. The winning Federation was Fife and the runners up were Stirling, Clackmannan and West Perthshire (S.C and W.P.) and the trophies were presented by National Chairman Christine Hutton.

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Gleddoch Ladies Golf Club A Great Day Out! Port Bannatyne ladies hosted ladies from Gleddoch and Rothesay in a fun golf competition held at Port Bannatyne Golf Club on Sunday 14 August. “Fan-dabi-dozi”, “Am I bovvered?”, “Lovely jubbly” and “Stupid boy” were some of the catchphrases which teed off the day in a “find your partner” ice-breaker.

Following a “bubbly” welcome from Port Bannatyne Captain Ann Kennovin, Janey served a lovely lunch in the clubhouse. This set the ladies up for a stableford competition with hidden holes, mother ball and nearest the pin prizes. Despite days of rain, the course was in great condition and everyone enjoyed the warm dry weather. This sociable day finished in the Port Inn with a nice meal and everyone left with a prize for participating.

Competition Prizes: Nearest The Pin - Roisin Black (Gleddoch) and Claire Colquhoun (Port Bannatyne), Hidden Hole – Christine Morrison (Gleddoch) and Anita Rutherford (Port Bannatyne), Winning Teams – 1st Margaret Adams (Gleddoch) and Claire Colquhoun (Port Bannatyne), 2nd Liz Archibald (Bute) and Roisin Black (Gleddoch) and 3rd Helen McLeod (Rothesay) and Jackie Gray (Gleddoch). Jackie Gray, the Captain of Gleddoch, thanked everyone for a lovely day.

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The July medal was won by Roisin Black and Sheena Wallace won the bronze division, cutting her handicap again. Sheena also retained the Carlaw Putter that she won last year, and on the same day Shirley Back won the Silver Salver with a magnificent score of 39 points.

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George Cummings Open Road Relays Saturday 24th September in Houston (register on the day)

• Men’s Team of 4 x 2.7 ML (£20 per team) • Women Team of 3 x 2.7 ML (£15 per team) • (non Scottish Athletics members £2 extra) • Men’s teams of 4, compete for the George Cummings Trophy • Women’s teams of 3 for the Trust Inn Trophy • Prizes to first six men’s teams and first three women’s teams.

• First Vets teams, men and women.

Travel from Glasgow by M8 and then the Johnstone b y p a s s (signposted I r v i n e , A737), off at Johnstone, turn right, through mini roundabouts, 600m straight through roundabout and follow road approx 2ml to large roundabout, turn left, 1st right, across roundabout down the Main Street in Houston, the church hall is about 50 metres on the left.

PARKING: On the advice of the police there will be NO parking in Houston Village.

Please follow the parking signs to Gryffe High School, 400m from the venue.

SAL Permitted. Further information from John Rodger 07719 781776

Kilmacolm Bowling Club

Margaret Adams and Marion Dornan played in the Area Finals of the Coronation Foursomes at West Kilbride.

The knockout competitions are reaching the final stages.

The ladies are looking forward to a trip “Doon the Watter” to play at Port Bannatyne Golf Club. Here’s hoping for a dry sunny day!

Left: Winners of The McKee Cup in aid of Erskine. Mary Geddes, Jake Beattie and Senga White.

The members raised £360 for the charity.

Happy Golfing! Director of Golf, Kevin McAleer. Tel: 01475 540704.

The running of the Kilmacolm Half Marathon, 10k and 3k is one of the biggest participation events in Inverclyde’s sporting calendar. Inverclyde Leisure have done everything to make this an enjoyable event for the runners and the people of Inverclyde. We also encourage families to get involved for a fun filled day! Medal for all finishers.

All races start and finish at the Birkmyre Park Fitness Gym, Kilmacolm.

Electronic chip timing will be used. Every runner will be issued with a timing chip. Runners will be required to book in on the day and collect their race pack. Entry form and enquiries: Tel – 01475 213123 or email david. macgregor@inverclydeleisure.com Entries cannot be taken over the telephone. On completing the online entry you agree that your photograph may be used for promotional purposes. Entry fee not refundable.Safety: No dogs or bicycles allowed on the course.

HALF MARATHON - START TIME: 10am

Entry fee: £22 Half Marathon requires dedicated training before the event. Runners must be aged 16 or over on race day. Prizes: 1st, 2nd & 3rd man and woman. Also prizes in age categories. Half Marathon through Kilmacolm Village and adjoining country side.

Right: The Ladies from Colgrain Bowling Club, winners of the invitational triples at Kilmacolm Bowling Club. Sponsored

by Joyce Beaton of Beaton Brothers, Independent Funeral Directors, Bridge of Weir.

Scottish Multi-Class Regatta Don’t miss the Scottish Multi-Class Regatta at Castle Semple Centre in Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park this September!

Saturday 10 to Sunday 11 September - 10am - 3.30pm A legacy event of ‘Race 2 the games’ 2014. Get involved and sponsor or support your nearest school, accessible club or individual with additional support needs. It’s less than a year now until the Special Olympics.

For more information call 01505 842 882 ext. 21 or visit our website: http:// www.clydemuirshiel.co.uk/

10K RUN - START TIME: 10.30am

Entry fee: £17 10k requires dedicated training before the event. Runners must be aged 16 or over on race day. Prizes: 1st, 2nd & 3rd man and woman. Also prizes in age categories. Route using part of the Half Marathon Course.

3K RUN-START TIME: 9.15am

Entry fee: £9 Child fee: £7 3k requires dedicated training before the event. Entrants under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Prizes: 1st, 2nd & 3rd man and woman.

Also prizes in age categories. 3k through Kilmacolm Village and adjoining country side.

Race organiser: david.macgregor@inverclydeleisure.com T:01475 213123.

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Erskine Curling Club

Howwood Curling Club

Need some gentle exercise this Autumn, or do you want to make a few friends and get the grey cells working? Try some curling with Erskine Curling Club.

Pick up the phone, get out the house, pretend that you are an Olympian and join in. Erskine Curling Club play at Greenacres near Howwood, and we would be delighted to welcome anybody who wants to give it a go. No experience is necessary, and tuition will be given.

Come and Try Bonspiel - 5th October

You don’t have to know how to curl, and you don’t have to live in Erskine our members live all over the area. Give Marion Lacey a ‘phone on 01505 612695, and take part in our early season practice session. Everybody is welcome, whatever the age or ability, and we would also be pleased to welcome back any lapsed curlers. See this youtube link for a clip of the club curling at Lochwinnoch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYNxtOY5Urc, but usually we are indoors. More photos to be seen at https://www. facebook.com/groups/ErskineCurling/

Saturday 24th September at 9am to Sunday 25th September at 8pm Kay Park Kilmarnock, Kilmarnock Tickets Available: www.marmotteecosse.com The event is part of a weekend long festival starting on Friday with an amazing tour of colour run and party around Kay Park in Kilmarnock events head quarters. Saturday plays host to a highly produced mass participation time trial over closed roads open to anybody who wants to experience what its like to be a pro! Sunday is your chance to participate in the Uks first Marmotte Gran Fondo which is to be organised in the same format as the now legendary Tour Of Cambridgeshire over fully closed roads.

The event caters for everyone, whether you are an elite racer, an athletic sports rider, a challenge rider, or just out to test yourself in a more leisurely way on your bike, on closed roads, around the stunning East Ayrshire countryside.

The Chrono is to be held over 20km with 206M of climbing and features 600 riders. The Gran Fondo will be held over 137Km featuring 1535m of demanding climbs with up to 8000 participants. The tour of colour run will be over 4km and feature loads of colour and a party!

GB Rowing Team Lochwinnoch’s Gavin Horsburgh is one of a record nine Scots in action for the GB Rowing Team at the Under 23 World Rowing Championships, Rotterdam (21 - 28 August).

Eighteen year old Horsburgh won a historic first ever gold in the under 18s quad at last year’s Worlds but has since moved up to the Under 23 level.

“I’m ecstatic being select for the Worlds,” said Horsburgh. “The jump from junior to Under 23 is big, as I had been told by many people, and to make that jump and be in the team is something special to me. It shows that all my hard work throughout the year has gone towards something.”

Horsburgh, a member of Castle Semple Rowing Club, describes his last two months’ training camp with the British team as an ‘eat, sleep, row, repeat’ existence.

“Being on the GB training programme is really quite something. It’s showing me that I can pass what I thought were old boundaries and exceed what I expect I can do.”

One of the many benefits of a record number of Scottish rowers selected for Team GB at the Rio Games, and the record number of medals they went on to win, is the confidence that gives up and coming Scots.

“The Rio Games showed us what it is attainable,” said Horsburgh. “The fact that there were so many Scots on the team, and so many Scots medalling, is phenomenal for Scottish Rowing. The main goal is to make the 2020 Games, but as this is just the first step into Under 23s, I just want to impress now. “I put down a performance at junior level, I just want to show I can do it at Under 23s which should put me in good stead for having eyes on me from the GB selectors.”

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The new curling season is just about to start and Howwood CC are looking for new curlers to join our club. We have arranged a “Come and Try” session on Wednesday 5th October at 7:30pm at Greenacres curling rink.

This is an opportunity for new beginners to experience curling with a qualified coach. We will also organise a curling match during this session to give you a taste of what it is like. The cost is £6 and refreshments will be provided.

Following this session we will invite those that are interested to a follow up session. f you are interested please contact: achie Carmichael – lachiedcarmichael@hotmail.com / 01294 823643

Ranfurly Castle Golf Club Ladies Section The golfing season for Ranfurly Castle Ladies has been moving on a pace.

Despite some very wet weather the competitions are all up to date with little or no disruption.

Greenlees: The Team have been very successful winning 4 out of the 5 matches played so far, congratulations to all the Ladies who have played.

West Renfrewshire League: The Team defeated Renfrew at home and with this win, they will have retained the Division 1 Trophy this year.

Many congratulations.

Walker Quaich: Played on 13th July, this was won by Marion Munro with a wonderful score of 69 net.

Ladies Open Day: Held on 21st July which turned out to be a beautiful sunny day. The course was in wonderful condition and 88 ladies enjoyed a very good day while raising money for St Vincent’s Hospice in Johnstone. A cheque for £320 was accepted by Louise Strachan on behalf of St. Vincent’s.

The golf winners on the day were Sheila Biggart of Ranfurly Castle and Nicky Stirrup of Kilmacolm. A huge ‘thank you’ is due to the organising committee for such a successful day.

Ladies Invitation Day: H e l d on 16th August a n d once more, the weather was wonderful, in fact it was actually hot! 36 ladies played in a Fun Texas Scramble then enjoyed a very good lunch in the club before the prize giving was held. The winning team consisted of Maureen Cook and her guest Anita MacMilllan and Vicky Rennie with her guest Karen Church. All guests were very complimentary regarding both the course and the catering after the golf, and a good time was had by all.

Goodbye and Goodluck It’s seldom that the Clubhouse isn’t busy these days and Members are always grateful of the friendly welcome received from the bar staff. So it’s with a hint of sadness that we say thanks and cheerio to Alyce Russel (pictured far

right), who has been at the Club for the last 6 years and now leaves us to start her Accountancy career. Good luck Alyce!

Ladies Day

Always a well attended and fun event, with many focussing on the fun rather than the golf! This year’s winners were Murray and Pat Pennel.

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Gents Championship 2016 The Gents Championship was played over the weekend of Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August. Despite the late withdrawl due to work commitments of Paul Reilly, the defending champion and 2016 Redcliffe Rosebowl winner, the fifteen remaining qualifiers formed a strong field including current Scottish internationalist, Matthew Clark, and former Scottish Internationalist and nine times Club Champion, Andrew Farmer.

First Round Results (Saturday morning) G.Marr w/o P.Reilly C.Morrison bt J.McCullagh L.Phillips bt S.Gray M.Menzies bt R.DiMurro M.Clark bt M.Boyle G.Burns bt R.Kleyweg A.Farmer bt G.Handley A.Lyle bt S.Nicol Quarter Finals (Saturday afternoon) C.Morrison bt G.Marr L.Phillips bt M.Menzies M.Clark bt G.Burns A.Farmer bt A.Lyle Semi Finals (Sunday morning) Calum Morrison v Lee Phillips Matt Clark v Andy Farmer.

Ladies and Junior Championships The Ladies final was won for the fourteenth consecutive year by Megan Briggs who beat Annabelle Kane 6 and 4 in the final.

The Junior final s due to be played on the morning of Saturday 27th August. at 9am

Children’s Day Children’s Day was held on sunny and dry Thursday 4th August and nearly 50 children took part. The boys & girls were welcomed to the club by Lois Brown, Lady Vice-Captain who organised the day and her team of enthusiastic helpers.

A variety of competitions were played over 10, 7, 5 and 2 holes.

These events were followed by ‘fun’ pitching & putting for all groups. Older juniors played in 18 hole competitions - Niall Taylor won the Centenary Rosebowl and Romy Erskine won the Paterson Cup which has been competed for by Junior Girls for 59 years.

Megan Briggs 2016 Ladies Champion, receiving the cup from Lady Captain Susan Reid

Iain Nicholson, the Club Putting Green on Professional has been running Children’s Day weekly Summer Golf Camps and the new talents on the 4th August proved the success of these. Lunch, ice cream and prizes completed the day.

Romy Erskine winner of the Paterson Cup

Niall Taylor Winner of the Centenary Rosebowl with Lois Brown (Lady Vice-Captain) and Susan Reid (Lady Captain)

Ladies Day A week later, on Thursday 11th August on a persistently rainy day, over 100 ladies braved the weather and played in the Kilmacolm Ladies Open Day. Despite the rain, the course was in prime condition and there were some good scores. One lady, Catherine Garrett of West Kilbride had a Hole-In-One on the 2nd (her first hole in one!) - just like Justin Rose in the Golf Olympics (the first hole in one at the Olympics!) and on the same day!

Photos of some of the winners are shown here.

Catherine Garrett of West Kilbride Prize Winner

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2nd Prize Winners Carol McNally (Williamwood) and Alyson McGinnigle (Cowglen)

4th Prize Winners Anne Judge and Sally Smyth of Ranfurly Castle

In the first semi-final Calum and Lee halved the first hole in birdie threes before Calum took charge winning three of the next five holes. Despite Lee’s best efforts Calum was at the top of his game, and was approximately three under par, when the match finished on the twelfth green in a 7 & 6 victory for Calum. A second final in three years for Calum. A creditable performance from Lee in reaching the last four beating Stuart Gray 7 & 6 and last year’s finalist Mac Menzies to get there.

The second semi final saw Matt Clark birdie the first three holes to go 2 up on Andy. Andy’s birdie at the 2nd was only good enough for a half as, after holing out from 20 feet, he was followed in by Matt from 15 feet. Matt won the 8th and chipped in for a birdie three at the 10th to go 4 up. Andy birdied the 11th to reduced the deficit to 3, but Matt responded with a birdie 2 on the short 12th and won the 13th to go 5 up with 5 to play. Andy fought to the end winning the 14th, but a half in par at the 15th was enough for Matt to progress to the final by the margin of 4 & 3. Andy’s wait for a tenth Club Championship title will have to wait another year.

Semi Final 1 Calum Morrison v Lee Phillips

A good crowd was present to support Calum and Matt as they teed off in the final. Matt showed his intent with a blistering start that was hard to live Semi Final 2 with. He drove through the first green and holed Matt Clark v his return chip for an eagle two, following that with Andy Farmer birdies at the third, fifth and sixth. Calum was playing good golf and given a bit more luck on the greens could have matched at least two of Matt’s birdies. Matt was 4 up after 6, leaving Calum no option but to chase the match. This aggressive approach resulted in bogies on the 7th and 9th leaving Matt holding a 6up lead after 9 holes. The fact Matt had reached the turn in 29 strokes showed the level of golf Calum was playing against. After halving the 10th in par, Calum hit the par five 11th with a drive and an iron and two putted to win the hole to reduce the deficit to 5 up. The short 12th was halved in par. The 13th hole again resulted in Calum having to take an aggressive line with his approach to the long par 4. He narrowly missed pulling off a great shot but unfortunately finished in a green side bunker with no chance of getting close. Matt hit his approach within ten feet of the pin and after Calum bogied the hole both players shook hands. The margin of victory 6 & 5.

A final played in the true spirit of golf had produced an excellent afternoon’s entertainment for the crowd. Calum had proved a worthy finalist and showed why he had a 100 per cent record in Newton Shield matches this season.

It is only a matter of time before his name is on the champions board.

A second club championship for Matt at Kilmacolm, won in a manner that will be remembered by those watching. A worthy champion who can add this year’s club title to the county and national events he has won this season.

Matt Clark 2016 Men’s Champion, receiving the cup from Captain Colin McGinn

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Scotland Womens Rugby 7s

Old Course Ranfurly Golf Club

Ex Gryffe High School and Birkmyre player, Louise McMillan was picked to play for the Scotland Womens 7s team in the second leg of the European Cup, which was held in Hungary in July. Pictured here with the squad before the kick off, Scotland went on to pick up the Bronze medal for the overall competition which was played over two legs. Playing in her first adult game Louise came of the bench against Hungary, with the score tied and following a strong piece of support running took the offload and scored between the posts to ensure that Scotland won their pool.

OCR represent Renfrewshire Golf Union

Louise and her sister Siobhan have been selected to train with the full Scotland Womens team in the pre-season and are both hoping to break into the squad for the six nations. In conjunction with the Rio Olympics where Womens Rugby is taking place for the first time, women’s teams across Scotland are running taster sessions for all women who want to give rugby a try, or who just want to keep fit and stick to cheering from the touchlines on match day.

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Old Course Ranfurly are to represent Renfrewshire Golf Union at the Scottish Golf Champions final in Stranraer in September after winning the qualifying event at Gleddoch Hotel and Golf Club recently.

The winning team of Stewart Watt , Matthew Dalrymple and Louis Oliver were on stunning form to produce a score of 223 to beat their rivals Caldwell Golf Club by just one shot.

They will now represent the county at the upcoming event on Sunday 18th September at Stranraer Golf Club from which the winners will represent Scotland in the European Finals later in the year.

Ladies Section Following two very successful golfing events at Old Ranfurly, the Club’s Ladies Section have been able to present over £1,000 to two very worthy causes. Ladies Day took place in glorious sunshine in June and the raffle proceeds went to the charity Scottish Autism. Ladies’ Captain Mairi Milne and Vice-Captain Hazel Kirkland presented the cheque for £427 to Fran O’Carroll from Scottish Autism.

Sporting Blog

by Lesley Handley

Warming-up A proper warm-up will prepare the body for activity by hitting all the muscles in a systemized way. This ensures that all the muscles are switched on and working together before you start.

The problem is that not everyone warms up in the right way which causes more harm than good. Also, not everyone has to warm up in the same way – it can be individualised so that certain problem areas are targeted first or more than others. There are two common mistakes often made when warming up.

1. You don’t address muscle tightness first.

Many people have tight muscles due to injuries or lifestyle and it can be difficult for you to warm-up effectively. Addressing these muscles first and more in-depth will help loosen them up prior to any workout.

Extra stretching in these areas or using a foam roller will help reduce the tightness and prevent any injuries.

2. You use static stretching as a warm-up.

Static stretching should be done after your activity as part of your cooldown. Stretching before the workout often seems like the natural order, but it can actually decrease performance or increase the risk of injury.

Static stretching can lengthen the muscle too much, not allowing it to contract. Imagine a rubber band – if you stretch it and let go, it will snap back quickly into shape, however if you pull it too far, it will either break or it is over stretched meaning it can’t snap back into its original shape/ position. At the end of a workout, your muscles are a lot warmer and stretchy, so overstretching is far less likely.

A good warm-up should cover the whole body and use exercises that lengthen and shorten your muscles instead of holding them in a lengthened position. It should use more dynamic movements and be based on the body’s specific needs, making it more effective. For example, if you have tight hamstrings, focus on this area longer than any other area to ensure the muscles are loosened up prior to exercise.

Lesley For more information on any aspect of Personal Training or fitness/ nutrition contact me on 0773 627 4925 or email Lesley@fitsmartfitness. co.uk

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The Ramphorlie Quaich was competed for at the Ladies Open Day on Thursday 7th July. The winners Jean Murray and Joy McLeod of Ranfurly Castle Golf Club are seen being presented with the Quaich by Moira Galletly of Old Ranfurly. The nominated charity for the event this year was Cancer Research.

The proceeds from the Tombola and the raffle for the “Gin Hamper”, kindly provided by Margaret Gray, achieved the sum of £600.

The photograph shows Moira Galletly and some of her Open Day committee presenting the cheque to Jennifer McLachlan of Cancer Research.

The organisers are deeply grateful to all the sponsors and providers of raffle prizes and for everyone who bought tickets at the events.

Ladies - Mail on Sunday Not only are OCR ladies good at raising cash, they are doing extremely well in the current ‘Mail on Sunday’ competition.

Pictured here is team captain Margaret Gray with her squad.

The girls are one of the last 16 teams remaining in the competition. There were 1400 teams entered from Great Britain.

This is indeed a brilliant achievement .

Good luck for the next round being played away from home against Burntisland.

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Kilmacolm/Quarriers area registered childminders. P/ time or F/time vacancies for u-5’s and after school. T: 873839.

Houston registered childminders.

For an informal chat to find your best childcare, call Elizabeth Waddell T: 614925

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BRIDGE OF WEIR

Freeland Church: Rev KN Gray BA BD. Morning Service 10.30am.

Crèche, Sunday School, Lynx and Cornerstone. Evening Service 7pm www.freeland.org.uk St Mary’s Church Scottish Episcopal Church: Services Sundays at 10am. For further information, to ask for special prayers, or in pastoral emergency, please call the Rector on 01475 705378.

St Machar’s Ranfurly Church: Sunday services 10.30am, Junior Church & Youth Church, hearing aid loop system. For more information on activities and events find us online – stmacharsranfurlychurch.org.uk or Facebook. Come along – all welcome.

Hope Hall: Sun 1pm Sunday School, 4.30pm Gospel Service; Mon 6.30pm Investigators for Kids, 8pm Bible Study and Prayer.

ELDERSLIE

Elderslie Kirk: Sunday service every week at 11am. 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 Wed from 10.30am for Tea/Coffee followed by a short Service of Worship at 11am.

HOUSTON

Houston and Killellan Kirk: Church of Scotland, Scottish Charity no SC 012822. www. houstonkirk.org. Minister Rev. Donald Campbell B.D. The services are conducted by Rev. Donald Campbell B.D. 4th Sept - 9:45am Early Service - The Sacrament of Holy Communion, 11am Morning Worship - ReDedication of 1st Houston Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Brigade; 11th Sept - 11am Morning Worship; 18th Sept 11am - Harvest Thanksgiving Service; 25th Sept - 9:45am Early Service, 11am Morning Worship.

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.

St Fillan’s, Main St, Houston: Sun Masses: Vigil (Sat) 5pm, 9.30am & 11am. Weekday Mass: Tues Sat 9.30am except Thurs, 7pm.

Reconciliation: Sat 10 - 10.30am and after Vigil Mass; Thurs 7.30 8pm. Exposition: As announced.

All are welcome. 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. T: 01505 612046, F: 01505 610556. E: parish@ stfillan.org.uk. www.stfillan. org.uk

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Church of the Nazarene: Village Hall, Main St, Houston PA6 7EL. Rev Benito S Coetzee.

Family services at 10.30am with full toddler, children & youth activities running concurrently with the service. Youth meets at 6.30pm - 8pm on Sundays. Word and Table Quiet Service held from 9am - 9.30am every 3rd Sunday. www.houston.nazarene. 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

Kilbarchan Parish Church: Services continue at 11am each Sunday throughout September, conducted by Rev. Stephen Smith. The crèche is in the large hall from 10.45am each week and refreshments will be served after the service as usual.

KILMACOLM

Kilmacolm Old Kirk: Church of Scotland (Charity no. SC009291). www.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) Morning Worship Sundays at 11am.

St Colm’s Catholic Church, Smithy Brae Kilmacolm. Rev Vincent Byrne. Family mass Sundays 10am with children’s liturgy, followed by tea and coffee.

Eucharistic service Thursdays 1 1 a m . R o s a r y Tu e s d a y s 6.30pm. Prayer group meets Thursdays 7.30pm. Further information and contact details www.stcolmsparish.co.uk. All welcome.

Grace Church Kilmacolm: in association with Downavale Free Church of Scotland (Charity No: SCO38274) - Sunday Service at 10.30am in Kilmacolm Guide Hut, Woodrow Avenue, PA13 4QF - all welcome.

Buddhist meetings: Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin. Phone Margaret on 01505 871343.

St Fillan’s Episcopal Church (in Anglican Communion): Everyone welcome at our Church in Moss Road. The Rector is the Revd David Gifford and the Associate Priest the Revd Heller Gonzalez (resident in Kilmacolm Rectory).

Regular Sunday Service 11.30am with monthly Evensong on last Sundays at 6pm. Family Service 11.30am on the last Sunday of the month. Contact Maureen Russell (Pastoral Assistant) 01505 872905.

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Langbank Parish Church: Rev Dr Ken Forrest. Sunday Services 10am with Sunday School, Crèche and young people’s group, the Welcomers. Tea/ coffee after the service. Church service starts at 10am. Come along and meet in the Hall f ro m 9 . 5 0 a m . C h a r i t y N o SC015085.

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Parish Church: Rev May Bell.

11.30am Morning Ser vice Sunday School and Crèche.

Calder United Free Church: ( C h u rc h S t L o c h w i n n o c h ) 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.

Spiritualist Church, Lochlip Rd: All services commence 7.30pm.

QUARRIERS

Mount Zion Church: Rev. Andy Lunn BSc, (01475 791282) Mount Zion Church, Law View Road, Quarriers Village, PA11 3FD. Sunday Worship: 10:30am, Bible Study and Prayer Meetings: Wednesday at 7pm and Friday at 10 am. “Mozzy” Youth Club Thursdays at 6:30 for young people of high school age. Half night of prayer: 7pm – midnight, 4th Friday of each month. Feel free to come along at any of these times. ‘The Gatherin’ is at 7pm on the fourth Sunday of each month, at Mount Zion Church in Quarriers Village. The Gatherin’ for people to come together who hunger for more of the presence of the Lord and to be fed from His word.

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Items For Sale Baby Equipment Mamas & Papas solid pine junior bed (suit to 4yrs) with mattress & solid pine matching mamas & papas baby changing station. Older style, few marks but still good condition. £30 for all, can sell separately. Tel: 07786 984796.

Large Cosatto Cot (converts to toddler cot-bed). Attractive Wooden Painted Cot in Cream. VGC with Mattress.

Smoke/Pet Free Home £150 ono. Tel:01505 612439.

Large Cosatto Changing table with bottom shelf. Matches cot bed. £50. Tel:01505 612439.

Black McClaren Stroller in good cond. Smoke/Pet Free home. £70 ono. Tel:01505 612439.

Chicco High Chair (spotted) suitable for girl or boy with adjustable height 2 in 1.

Smoke/Pet Free Home. VGC. £45 ono. Tel:01505 612439.

Wooden Ikea Classic High Chair in iconic design with splayed legs. Sturdy, serviceable condition. £15. Tel:01505 612439.

Quinny Buzz 3in1Travel System Black and Silver. All terrain wheels, carry cot, mattress, rain cover, mosquito cover/net and car adapters. Pram takes infant car seat (available).

Converts to toddler stroller.

Automatic self raising frame.

Good cond. Smoke/ and pet free home. £175 ono. Tel: 01505 612439.

Infant Maxi-cosi car seat in very good cond with cabriofix in-car base for easy attachment from car to pram. £233 new. £100 both. Tel: 01505 612439.

Toddler Car Fixed Car Seat with isofix base £200 new, but needs new cover. £25 ono.

Tel: 01505 612439.

2 Kids Car Seats suitable from toddler to 7/8 yrs. £10 each.

Tel: 01505 612439.

Kids Ikea table (white) with two small chairs (1 white 1 blue) good cond. £20.Tel: 01505 612439.

Pair of Ikea rolling wheeled bedside tables ideal for kids bedroom. Wooden laminate. £20 ono. Tel: 01505 612439.

1970s Vintage Painted Cot from attic may need a little TLC. £20. Tel:01505 612439.

t: 01505 613340

Pair of Habitat 4-cubed storage units with doors on 2 of the 4 cubes. Stack side by side or one on top of other for bookcase. Laminated, match side tables. £50 ono.Tel: 01505 612439.

Moses Basket Mamas & Papas.

Lovely Maize wicker basket £50. Tel: 01505 612439.

2 Ikea STUVA Kids Wardrobes/ Storage with 3 drawers in blue and white wardrobe doors. Fully Assembled. VGC. H128,W60,D50cm. £100. Tel: 01505 612439.

L i t t l e L i f e C h i l d Tr a v e l l e r rucksack blue. Good cond. £15. LittleLife arc 2 travel cot with UV sun shade. £15. Tel: 07968 707090.

TBritax Car Seat black forward facing, 15-36 kg, good cond. £15. Potty Chair Mothercare red (have two), VGC, £5.

Toilet trainer seat, white, VGC, £5 (have two). Tel: 01505 874870.

Clothes & Shoes Adidas size 8 Techstar Allround 3 running shoe. Purple & orange. Brand new. £20.

Pic available. Tel: 07904 353161.

Jacques Vert sky blue and white dress and jacket size 16.

Also a hat. Worn once. Cost £300, sell £150. Tel: 07961 588820.

Tap shoes pink junior size 10 £10 - VGC. Ballet shoes pink junior size 9 £5 - VGC. Figure skates white junior size 10, good condition, £10. Tel: 01505 874870.

Household & Garden 2 x black 2 seater sofas, modern design, very solid and good cond though cushion covers may need replacing. 130cm x 70cm x 70cm approx. Cost £250, now £50 each ono. Tel: 01475 540666/text 07952 164554.

New pine table and 2 new high back stools £35. Tel: 01505 612726.

Large lounge mirror. Heavy gilt edge. £25. Tel: 01505 612726.

Super king size bed with brand new mattress not cheap foam unused still in wrapping £170.

Tel: 07791 688240 Leather Capstans Chair, Green.

Good condition. £125. Tel: 01505 337675.

07731 923970

Folding picnic table and benches, folds into case. £20.

Tel: 01505 337675.

Natuzzi red leather 3 piece suite. £300. To be collected.

Tel: 07936 407000.

1 Flymower, 1 Hover mower, 1 Strimmer. £30 each or all for £80. Tel: 01505 343432.

Oak look TV cabinet, low style with shelf. Already assembled. £10. Tel: 07786 984796.

Bookcase. Vintage. 3 Shelves with leaded glass lift-up doors. £30. Bookcase. Vintage.

Glass sliding doors over book shelves. Deeper cupboard with sliding wooden doors in lower section. £25. Tel: 07914 310916.

Nest of 3 G Plan Tables. £30.

Tel: 01505 612726.

Tapestry covered dressing table stool. £25. Tel: 07914 310916.

Dining table and six chairs.

Mahogany. Good cond. £80.

Tel: 07831 341523.

Solid modern mahogany headboard to fit Super-Kingsize bed. £35. Tel: 01505 613845 1 x Morris of Glasgow dining table and 6 chairs. Ex condition. W 196/152 cm, H 73 cm, D 90cm £195. 1 x Morris of Glasgow glass display cabinet Ex cond.

W104cm, H190cm, D45cm. £145. Tel: 07801 953544 (two items from same range) - buyer collects.

1 x Morris of Glasgow sideboard with matching mirror Ex cond.

W156cm, H76cm, D42cm £145. Tel: 07801 953544 buyer collects.

Suffolk Punch Cylinder petrol 1 4 ” l a w n m o w e r. G o o d working order. £30. Tel: 07587 158910.

Electrical & Gas Small countertop fridge. £10.

Tel: 07587 158910.

Stove cast iron unused gas fired with coals. Baxi Windermere £50. Tel: 07791 688240.

LEC Fridge Freezer - white with cream trim. H47”/1m 20cm, W20.2” / 52cm, D 23”/59cm. £80. Tel: 01505 705731.

40 litre illuminated aquarium.

1 year old, with brand new Stingray 10 Underwater Filter still boxed, syphon + extras. £30. Tel: 07766 934025.

Electric Singer sewing machine in table cabinet - £40 ono. Tel: 01505 335728.

19” LG LCD TV still boxed with wall bracket. Exc cond. £50.

Tel: 07852 947624.

Pro Action Washing Machine 5k drum. Good cond. Plus Dimplex Coal effect fire with convector. £100. Tel: 01505 337115.

Dyson C50 upright animal vacuum cleaner. 2.5 year warranty. Ex cond. £150. Tel: 07882 984824.

Pets Large plastic dog basket. £10.

Tel: 07587 158910.

Hamster cage, two storey, with fixed bed area, wheel, walkways, water bottle, and food bowl, comes with removable toilet. Good, clean condition. £15. Tel: 01505 872442.

Lovely Pet Rabbit - complete with luxury new hutch & new large run. Male brown rabbit with excellent temperament 6 months old and fully vaccinated. Good home only.

Sale as daughter leaving for uni. £100 ono. (if hutch & run not required, no cost to buy/re-house rabbit). Tel: 07860 231075 or email ct@ rubiconland.co.uk Sports Children’s Tennis racquet Volkyl Evolution bought Gryffe tennis club - suit 8 Year old+ selling as child outgrown size, £15. Tel: 01505 613805.

American beach cruiser Raleigh Classic as new, 21 rear carrier shimano hub brakes beautiful bicycle imported from USA. £180. Tel: 07791 688240.

Girls Bike White coloured “Giant” Taffy 225 Great cond.

Well maintained - suit age 10+ (22.5inch wheels) bought new £245 accept £70. Tel: 01505 613805.

Roger Black Running Machine.

Good Working Order £70 ono.

Tel: 01505 842739 after 6pm or 07415 253261.

Boys Dawes ‘Redtail’ bike in excellent condition for seven plus will accept £50. Tel: 01505 328044.

Boys Raleigh MX16 FS bike.

16” wheels. Black with orange detail. suit 6 - 7 yr old. VGC. £50. Tel: 07949 500791.

Red Disney “Cars” pedal trike. suit 2 - 3 yr old. Steering handle for adult control and seat belt for added safety.

Rear tipper tray for toys.

Good cond. £15. Tel: 07949 500791.

Boys 14” Apollo Army bike. Good condition with new tyres. £25.

Tel: 07968 707090.

Atb bike fully suspended front and rear £40. Tel: 07791 688240.

Galt Kids trampoline 80cm x 80cm with hand rail. £10. Tel: 07968 707090.

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e: info@advertizer.co.uk Vintage Raleigh all steel bicycle green rod brakes made in England from girders to last 100 years. £150. Tel: 07791 688240.

Toys/Games/DVD Toddler Bicycle helmets (4448cm) pink x 2, suits appr. 1 - 5 yrs old, VGC. £5 each. Various toddler bikes, balance bikes, with and without stabilizers, from £0 - £20. Tel: 01505 874870.

Kettler children’s tricycle.

Features a freewheeling hub to push child as feet rest on pedals. Parents push bar. Tipping rear basket.

Kettler hand brake brakes!

Graduated expanding frame.

Years of fun. £20. Tel: 01505 610805.

Adventure Ditto Tag Along Trailer Bike (Matt Black).

Good condition. A simple single speed trailer bike. Steel frame highly durable - folds to make storage and transport simple. Full length chain guard, alloy rims and hubs with a tyre to suit both road and light off road use. A great way of building up a child’s confidence, before they learn how to ride their own bike. £50. Tel: 01505 610805.

Other Items 1 Pair new Pink Curtains size 90” x 90”, never used £40.

Tel: 01505 842736 or 07761 114567.

Material to make 1 pair 90” x 90” curtains, fawn and raspberry stripe £25. Tel: 01505 842736 or 07761 114567.

Set of four silver wheel trims 16” new, wrong size purchased £20. Tel: 01505 842736 or 07761 114567.

Brand new genuine Mulberry scotchgrain briefcase (Dark olive and tan in colour).

Never used. Keys to lock and shoulder strap - £120 ono. Tel: 01505 613805.

Kids genuine brown leather satchel with straps on rear.

Exc cond. £15. Tel: 07852 947624.

1 pair of chest waders Scierra make with separate boots.

Size 10. Brand new cond. £70. Tel: 07882 984824.

Hi Fi leads. Scart leads etc. Call for more info. £10 for the lot.

Tel: 01505 842329.

Mobility problems? Four wheeled Rollator with seat. £25. Tel: 01505 872345.

Neken 5 inch mobile phone white twin sims good battery life. £30. One plus one superior mobile phone all sims high spec £50 Tel: 07791 688240.

BMW winter tyres suitable for BMW E87, 116i sport 5dr, BMW E81 3dr, E90 E series, E91 3 series. Selling due to new car (6ml tread). £190 Tel: 01505 613845.

Nokia windows phone red with cordless charger takes ee, Virgin and Tmobile £30. Tel: 07791 688240.

Phablet phone tablet black handy size fits pocket £30.

Tel: 07791 688240.

Aroco (or similar) White Ceramic Shower Tray - 1170 x 800mm complete with Shower Cabinet. VGC. £125. Tel: 01505 873295.

Hammond Piper Autochord Organ. VGC. £100. Tel: 01505 873295.

Smith Corona Electronic Typewriter XL 1500. Good c o n d . £ 2 5 . Te l : 0 1 5 0 5 873295.

Nat 5 study books all less than 1/2 price all very good condition. (1.) How to Pass Nat 5 Music with cd, Maths, Business Management and Geography £5 each. (2.)

Br i g h t R e d stu d y g u i d e Nat 5 Physics, Maths, Chemistry and Geography £6 each. Leckie & Leckie success guide Geography and Business Management £5 each. (3.) Leckie & Leckie practice papers Nat 5 Geography £3.50. (4.)

Leckie & Leckie Business Management Course notes £7. (5.) SQA past papers Nat 5 2013 Geography, Business Management and Physics £4 each. (6.) SQA past papers Nat 5 2014-2015 Chemistry, Business Management and Geography £4.50 each.

(7.) Hodder & Gibson Nat 5 Physics with answers £7.50.

(8.) Hodder & Gibson Nat 5 Maths £6.50. (9.) Nelson Thornes Nat 5 Maths in action revision guide £5. Tel 07501 096318.

Wanted Items

Local lily grower requires the use of a greenhouse/polytunnel in Kilmacolm area in return for light gardening duties. Tel: Vince 01505 872082.

Cash paid for Music CDs (a few or a lot). Tel: 0141 882 5594 or 07765 115347.

Old records Wanted 45`s & LP`s CASH Paid. Tel: 07710 777571.

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Old, but serviceable, piano. Will suit beginner. Tel: 01505 690757.

Ikea tractor seat stool, height adjustable, castor wheels & black plastic seat. Tel: 07732 066967.

Girls bouncy Zebra suit age 1-3.

Flashing lights and music.

Pink. Exc cond. Tel: 07340 707471.

Glass shower screen - seal gone. Tel: 07914 310916.

Bosch dishwasher. Over 10 yrs old. May still work, but unable to test as no longer plumbed in. Tel: 07914 310916.

Selection of railway books for the enthusiast or railway buff.

Tel: 01475 540666 or text 07952 164554.

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Bedrooms Burndale Workshop . . . . . . . . . 5

Blacksmith & Metalwork McLaughlan Metal Fabrication . . 42

Building Services A O’Hare - Building Services . . 5 B Hughes Builders - Houston . . 10 BOW Stone Works . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Bridge of Weir Roofing . . . . . 6 Clippens Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 14 DJD Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 I & J Building & Roofing Serv . . 2 James Kerr Joiner . . . . . . . . . 7 JBC Joiners and Builders . . . 6 KC Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Kilellan Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 14 M Addison Joiners & Builders . . 3 MBS Roofing & Building Contrac . . 44 SMG Roofing & Building Contrac . . 2 SW Scott - Joiners & Builders . . 15 Taylor Made Joinery . . . . . . . . 9 Thomas McMaster & Son Ltd . . 57

Business Services Laptop and PC Repairs . . . . . . 26

Care Services & Homes Confident Care Ltd . . . . . . . . . 7

Catering Gadds Gourmet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Cleaning & PowerWash CleanDryCarpets . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Come Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 DS Cleaning (Windows) . . . . . . 18 Gryffe Roofing Services . . . . 15 KC Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 MattVac Carpet & Upholstery Cl . . Bk Nutech Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Old Mill Chimneys . . . . . . . . . 45 Platinum Cleaning Services . . 5

Computer, IT & Web ColCom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Computer Repairs . . . . . . . . . . 1 Laptop and PC Repairs . . . . . . 26

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

Driving Instructors Alistair Stewart - Driving Ins . . 16

Education Craft & Sewing Classes . . . . . 16 St Columba’s School . . . . . . . . 58

Electricians GasMan Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 JDPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Lamont Electricians . . . . . . . . 3 MAS Electrical & Security . . 2

Entertainment Highland Hustle . . . . . . . . . . . ,47

Fencing Boundaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 McLaughlan Metal Fabrication . . 42

Firewood & Logs LJX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 W B Smith & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Framing Crafts of Calder Gallery . . . 16 Johnstone Art & Framing . . . . 15

Hairdressers & Barbers

Plasterers

Arlene Mitchell Hair & Beauty . . 41 Nix Hairdressing . . . . . . . . . . 41

Bryan Slaven Slater & Plaster . . 2 Charlie Orr Plasterer . . . . . . 43 James Kerr Joiner . . . . . . . . . 7 Kilellan Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 14

Health, Beauty & Fitness Arlene Mitchell Hair & Beauty . . 41 Bluewater Dental . . . . . . . . . . 20 Ferringtons Hypnotherapy . . . 3 Flu Clinics - Dr Smith & Partn . . 36 Healing Rooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Highland Hustle . . . . . . . . . . . ,47 Kilbarchan Chiropodists . . . . 45 Kilbarchan Dental Practice . . 13 LaserLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Lauras Nail & Beauty Lounge . .

Lyn Lyons Hypnotherapy . . . . . 27 New Vision Opticians . . . . . . . 10 NLP Positive Changes . . . . . . . 39 The Osteopaths . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Wellcentred UK . . . . . . . . . . . . ,25

Home Hardware Gibb Stuart Ironmgers . . . . 14,16,37

Home Improvements Alvic Sliding Wardrobes Ltd . . 9 Casa Homes & Gardens Architect . . 7 CRW Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Ideal Flooring Service . . . . . 2 Orchard Flooring . . . . . . . . . . 28

Home Interiors Baytree Interiors . . . . . . . . . 5 Burndale Workshop . . . . . . . . . 5 Old Mill Chimneys . . . . . . . . . 45 The Furniture Barn . . . . . . . . . 4

Funeral Services

Home Security

Beaton Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . 29 John Roach Funeral Directors . . 38

Brookfield Alarms Ltd . . . . . . 2

Garage Doors & Gates

Joiners CLH Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 DJY Joinery Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . 7 James Kerr Joiner . . . . . . . . . 7 JBC Joiners and Builders . . . 6 JDPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 M Addison Joiners & Builders . . 3 McGowan Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . 16 SMG Roofing & Building Contrac . . 2 SW Scott - Joiners & Builders . . 15 Taylor Made Joinery . . . . . . . . 9 TD Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Woodburn & Beattie Joiners . . 14

Powerdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk

Garden Service & Design 3D Garden Design . . . . . . . . . . 52 A Peebles Landscape Contractor . . 51 Apple Tree Garden Design . . . 50 Casa Homes & Gardens Architect . . 7 Craig Kennedy Gardening . . . . 52 DJD Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 DMG Garden Services . . . . . . . . 53 Garden Services . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Glenmoss Landscapes . . . . . . . . 53 I & J Building & Roofing Serv . . 2 M&M Garden Services . . . . . . . . 15 MJ Lawnmowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 R Williams Tree Surgeon & Grou . . 52 W B Smith & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 53 West of Scotland Landscape . . 53

Gas & Heating Services A&J Plumbing Heating & Gas . . 14 C Hunter Plumbing Heating Gas . . 42 CGS Gas Scotland Ltd . . . . . . . 6 GasMan Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 I D Plumbing & Heating . . . . . 2 Mackie Plumbing & Heating . . 18 Phoenix Gas Services . . . . . . . 1

Glazier 1on1 Double Glazing . . . . . . . . 3 Cloudy2Clear Windows Glasgow . . 5 JayBee Double Glazing Repairs . . 15 TD Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Kitchens Affordable Luxuries . . . . . . . 7 Burndale Workshop . . . . . . . . . 5 CRW Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 G Woods Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . 6 Instyle Kitchens & Bathrooms . . 17 JBC Joiners and Builders . . . 6 Taylor Made Joinery . . . . . . . . 9

Plumbers A&J Plumbing Heating & Gas . . 14 C Hunter Plumbing Heating Gas . . 42 G Woods Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . 6 GasMan Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 I D Plumbing & Heating . . . . . 2 JDPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Mackie Plumbing & Heating . . 18 Shower Expert . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Property, Sales & Let Corum Property . . . . . . . . . . . . 34,35 Hames Estates . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Kingsley Wood & Co Solicitors . . ,1 Lind Letting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Removals @ease Removals & Transport . . 4 The Right Move . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Restaurant & Bars Bernie’s Cafe Deli . . . . . . . . . 38

Retail Gibb Stuart Ironmgers . . . . 14,16,37 Saks & Hart Country Living . . ,8 Tasty Treats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ,39 The Furniture Barn . . . . . . . . . 4

Roofing Bridge of Weir Roofing . . . . . 6 Bryan Slaven Slater & Plaster . . 2 Clippens Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 14 Gryffe Roofing Services . . . . 15 I & J Building & Roofing Serv . . 2 KC Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Kilellan Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 14 MBS Roofing & Building Contrac . . 44 SMG Roofing & Building Contrac . . 2 SW Scott - Joiners & Builders . . 15 Thomas McMaster & Son Ltd . . 57

Solicitors Affinity Family Law Experts . . 3 Kingsley Wood & Co Solicitors . . ,1

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

Stoves Iron House Stoves Limited . . 19,39

Taxis & Minicoach hire ABC Taxis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk Johnstone TOA Taxi Co . . . . . . 45

Tiling Gordon James Ceramic Tiler . . 18 Scott Russell . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Locksmiths

Travel Agents

Arco Locksmith . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Elliott Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Travel Actually . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Painters & Decorators

Tree Surgeon Branch Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Glenmoss Landscapes . . . . . . . . 53 LJX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 W B Smith & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 53

A Gallagher Painter&Decorator . . 15 David Kennedy Decorator . . . . 3 Ian Livingston Decorating . . 18 James Martin - Painter & Decor . . 3 John H Barney . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 John Morgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 M&E Painters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 McDonald Decorators . . . . . . . . 46 Ranfurly Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Pest Control

TV & Satellite Derek McBride Aerials . . . . . . 6 Kieran Turner Aerial&Satellite . . 3

Upholstery Services P Thomson Upholstery . . . . . . . 36

Window Cleaners

Pet Services & Training

DS Cleaning (Windows) . . . . . . 18 Gryffe Roofing Services . . . . 15 Matthews Cleaning Services . . 14

Husse Pet Food . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Livery Available - Howwood . . 49 PetVets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Smart Dog Grooming . . . . . . . . . 48 Suzanne’s Grooming Pad . . . . . 49

1on1 Double Glazing . . . . . . . . 3 Art Window & Doors . . . . . . . . . Bk JayBee Double Glazing Repairs . . 15 TD Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

RED Pest Control . . . . . . . . . . 20

Window, Consv & Repair

@ease Removals & Transport . . 4 1on1 Double Glazing . . . . . . . . 3 3D Garden Design . . . . . . . . . . 52 A Gallagher Painter&Decorator . . 15 A O’Hare - Building Services . . 5 A Peebles Landscape Contractor . . 51 A&G Driveways . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk A&J Plumbing Heating & Gas . . 14 ABC Taxis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk Affinity Family Law Experts . . 3 Affluent Financial Planning . . 31 Affordable Luxuries . . . . . . . 7 AK Vehicle Rental . . . . . . . . . 1 Alistair Stewart - Driving Ins . . 16 Alvic Sliding Wardrobes Ltd . . 9 Apple Tree Garden Design . . . 50 ARC Fleet Services . . . . . . . . . 2,33 Arco Locksmith . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Arlene Mitchell Hair & Beauty . . 41 Art Window & Doors . . . . . . . . . Bk B Hughes Builders - Houston . . 10 Bathroom Solutions by MPH . . 11 Baytree Interiors . . . . . . . . . 5 Beaton Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Bernie’s Cafe Deli . . . . . . . . . 38 Bluewater Dental . . . . . . . . . . 20 Boundaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 BOW Stone Works . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Branch Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Bridge of Weir Roofing . . . . . 6 Brookfield Alarms Ltd . . . . . . 2 Bryan Slaven Slater & Plaster . . 2 Burndale Workshop . . . . . . . . . 5 C Hunter Plumbing Heating Gas . . 42 Casa Homes & Gardens Architect . . 7 CGS Gas Scotland Ltd . . . . . . . 6 Charlie Orr Plasterer . . . . . . 43 Cheetham & Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Chips Away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 CLA Accountancy Services Ltd . . 16 CleanDryCarpets . . . . . . . . . . . 7 CLH Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Clippens Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 14 Cloudy2Clear Windows Glasgow . . 5 ColCom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Collins Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Come Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Computer Repairs . . . . . . . . . . 1 Confident Care Ltd . . . . . . . . . 7 Corum Property . . . . . . . . . . . . 34,35 Craft & Sewing Classes . . . . . 16 Crafts of Calder Gallery . . . 16 Craig Kennedy Gardening . . . . 52 CRW Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 David Kennedy Decorator . . . . 3 Derek McBride Aerials . . . . . . 6 DJD Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 DJY Joinery Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . 7 DMG Garden Services . . . . . . . . 53 DS Cleaning (Windows) . . . . . . 18 Elliott Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Fergusons CA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Ferringtons Hypnotherapy . . . 3 Fiona Christie Accounting Serv . . 16 Flu Clinics - Dr Smith & Partn . . 36 G Woods Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . 6 Gadds Gourmet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Garden Services . . . . . . . . . . . 52 GasMan Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Gibb Stuart Ironmgers . . . . 14,16,37 Glenmoss Landscapes . . . . . . . . 53 Gordon James Ceramic Tiler . . 18 Grid Design Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Gryffe Garage Motor Engineers . . 33 Gryffe Roofing Services . . . . 15 Hames Estates . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Healing Rooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Highland Hustle . . . . . . . . . . . ,47 Husse Pet Food . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 I & J Building & Roofing Serv . . 2 I D Plumbing & Heating . . . . . 2 Ian Livingston Decorating . . 18 Ideal Flooring Service . . . . . 2 Instyle Kitchens & Bathrooms . . 17

Iron House Stoves Limited . . 19,39 James Kerr Joiner . . . . . . . . . 7 James Martin - Painter & Decor . . 3 JayBee Double Glazing Repairs . . 15 JBC Joiners and Builders . . . 6 JDPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 John H Barney . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 John Morgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 John Roach Funeral Directors . . 38 Johnstone Art & Framing . . . . 15 Johnstone TOA Taxi Co . . . . . . 45 KC Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Kieran Turner Aerial&Satellite . . 3 Kilbarchan Chiropodists . . . . 45 Kilbarchan Dental Practice . . 13 Kilellan Roofing . . . . . . . . . . 14 Kingsley Wood & Co Solicitors . . ,1 Lamont Electricians . . . . . . . . 3 Laptop and PC Repairs . . . . . . 26 LaserLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Lauras Nail & Beauty Lounge . .

Lind Letting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Livery Available - Howwood . . 49 LJX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Lyn Lyons Hypnotherapy . . . . . 27 M Addison Joiners & Builders . . 3 M&E Painters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 M&M Garden Services . . . . . . . . 15 Mackie Plumbing & Heating . . 18 MAS Electrical & Security . . 2 Matthews Cleaning Services . . 14 MattVac Carpet & Upholstery Cl . . Bk MBS Roofing & Building Contrac . . 44 McDonald Decorators . . . . . . . . 46 McGowan Joinery . . . . . . . . . . . 16 McLaughlan Metal Fabrication . . 42 MJ Lawnmowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 New Vision Opticians . . . . . . . 10 Nix Hairdressing . . . . . . . . . . 41 NLP Positive Changes . . . . . . . 39 Nutech Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Old Mill Chimneys . . . . . . . . . 45 Orchard Flooring . . . . . . . . . . 28 P Thomson Upholstery . . . . . . . 36 PetVets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Phoenix Gas Services . . . . . . . 1 Platinum Cleaning Services . . 5 Powerdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bk R Williams Tree Surgeon & Grou . . 52 Ranfurly Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 RED Pest Control . . . . . . . . . . 20 Saks & Hart Country Living . . ,8 Scott Russell . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Shower Expert . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Smart Dog Grooming . . . . . . . . . 48 SMG Roofing & Building Contrac . . 2 St Columba’s School . . . . . . . . 58 Stewart Independent Financial . . Bk Suzanne’s Grooming Pad . . . . . 49 SW Scott - Joiners & Builders . . 15 Tasty Treats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ,39 Taylor Made Joinery . . . . . . . . 9 TD Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 The Furniture Barn . . . . . . . . . 4 The Osteopaths . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 The Right Move . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Thomas McMaster & Son Ltd . . 57 Travel Actually . . . . . . . . . . . 3 W B Smith & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Wellcentred UK . . . . . . . . . . . . ,25 West of Scotland Landscape . . 53 Woodburn & Beattie Joiners . . 14

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