Konect Balerno November 2016

NOVEMBER 2016

Pentlands Book Festival Women who Walk Cosy autumn dĂŠcor Something fishy for Christmas

Plus local businesses, community information & more!

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FEATURE

M ES S AG E F ROM T HE ED I TOR

T

he drop in temperature outside does focus the mind on keeping the house warm! Besides actually keeping the house warm, there are some simple décor and soft furnishing things you can do to give your home that really cosy autumn atmosphere, see page 24. We haven’t done a walk feature this month, but Suzanne’s interviews were with a group of local women who walk regularly in the Pentlands, see the feature on pages 8-9.

There’s a lot going on in the villages over the next couple of months, most notably the Pentlands Book Festival, a week of fantastic events see page 36.

Don’t forget to send in your events for the What’s On pages if you’re involved in any events locally, or have a charity project that would benefit from local promotion, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

FEATUREs Women who Walk Health feature Cosy Autumn Home Decor Pentlands Book Festival

08 15 24 36

REGULARS Money Matter s Thought for the Month Foodpicks Recipe

38 42 46 48

COMPETITIONS & PUZZLES Sudoku Crossword

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COMMUNITY What’s on Useful Infor mation Clubs & Classes

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

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FEATURE

Ladies who Lunch

Women who Walk

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everal years ago, Ratho resident Hilary Phillips was looking for an enjoyable way to get exercise that could fit into her busy schedule.

Because she works full-time, it had to be an evening activity. And because she and her husband Mark foster young children, he would not be able to join her.

opportunities to “catch up” with one another, share a problem or discuss an issue. Meeting for coffee or lunch can be great, but often there is not enough time for an in-depth conversation. An hour or so of chit chat can be very unfulfilling. But a two-hour walk means there is plenty of time to discuss and connect. “I find it uplifting,” says Catriona Crawford, a high school music teacher from Juniper Green.

“It’s nice to have the opportunity to socialise and exercise at the same time.”

Hilary loves the outdoors and, with the Pentlands on her doorstep, she decided hill walking was the answer. So she asked a few friends at church whether they would be interested, including Wendy White, from Balerno. Wendy was no stranger to hill walking, and she knew a few local routes. A women’s walking group was born.

“With all the hustle-bustle of family life, it’s great to take a break,” says Wendy White.

“It can be quite an effort for me to stand up at a party and socialise with people, but it’s very comfortable to converse as you walk along with a friend or two. And of course, there is the freedom to walk in silence sometimes too.”

It’s an informal group. The original members knew each other from St Mungo’s Church, Balerno, and this is still the core, although individuals often invite friends or family. “Currently there are over 20 names on our email list,” says Hilary, “and you never know who is going to show up for a walk. Some come quite regularly; others just occasionally. Normally about six of us meet in the Harlaw Reservoir or Red Moss car park, usually on a Thursday evening, and we walk for two hours.”

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“The walking women never know what adventure awaits them in the Pentlands”

“We mostly talk about family,” says Hilary. “In the past our children were the main topic of conversation, but as we get older we find we are talking a lot more about our parents. So, for example, there may be conversations about caring for elderly parents from a distance. We talk about health concerns, a good book we’ve read, or share funny stories about getting lost in the dark.”

Hilary Phillips wanted to find an enjoyable way to keep fit that would work with her busy schedule.

The women’s walking group was the answer.

Routes to Flotterstone from Balerno: 1) Over the ​pass. From Harlaw car park: up over the pass between Harbour Hill and Bell’s Hill, down past Glencorse Reservoir to Flotterstone.

2) Through the ​​glen. From Red Moss car park: up to the end of the road, then left past Bavelaw Castle, through Green Cleuch and down past Loganlea Reservoir, then Glencorse Reservoir – a flatter route.

3) Ridge walk. From Red Moss car park: up to the end of the road, turn right, then take path left and up past west side of Hare Hill heading towards West Kip, continue over East Kip, Scald Law, Carnethy and Turnhouse before dropping down to Flotterstone. A more demanding route. Shorter walk: to West Kip only (for the views).

Occasionally men are invited along. This might be for a Saturday walk or a special outing during the Christmas holidays. “When husbands come, people still walk along companionably in twos and threes,” comments Hilary, “but men tend to talk about their kit – having the right equipment for hiking, or about their hobbies. Women talk more about relationships.”

The walking women never know what adventure awaits them in the Pentlands. Once they encountered a lamb who was trapped between a wall and a fence that runs along Black Hill. Everyone came to a halt while several worked to free it and return it to its anxious mother.

The Midsummer Walk to Flotterstone or Colinton (Dantes) also adds interest to their regular routine.

The group walks in daylight to a restaurant, where they enjoy a meal together. Afterwards, the diehards get out their headtorches and walk back, while others get lifts home.

For the past five or six years the women have gone away to the Highlands for a weekend in May, affording them even more time to walk and socialise. Initially half a dozen took part in this annual event, but now it is more like 15 or 20.

Increased numbers mean that people can opt to climb a Munro, go on a mostly flat but mediumlength walk, or just do a short stroll. And, of course, the weekend away offers another benefit … good food! Everyone brings a dish, and one member organises a Tesco delivery to their accommodation.

“Being part of a walking group is a good way to stay fit,” says Hilary, “and you come home from a walk feeling great. In the summertime you get lovely views of the city, and you feel that you have escaped! In the wintertime you feel that you shouldn’t really be able to go for a walk in the dark – it’s like enjoying a slightly stolen pleasure.”

This feature is contributed by Suzanne Green.

Suzanne, a freelance writer/editor lives in Balerno and writes regularly for Konect. She is married to Andy and they have two adult daughters.

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Artis Dental and Implant Studio is a modern dental practice, which has recently opened in Main Street, Balerno. As soon as you walk through the door you cannot miss how beautifully different and welcoming this practice is. Artis provides National Health Service (NHS) and private dental treatment and much more, including services for the disabled and the elderly. Dental implants, cosmetic treatment, facial rejuvenation and aesthetics will be added to the already extensive portfolio following the opening of the new premises in late October.

Brian Clough, Principal Dentist of Balerno Dental Care, has transformed the former Royal Bank building on a prime site in the village into a contemporary, custom-designed practice. Brian commented: “When the building became available I perceived it as a perfect opportunity to provide a wider range of “When the building became available I perceived it as a perfect opportunity to services to my existing and new clients. We will now be able to cater for National Health Service (NHS) and provide wider range services to my existing and new Weand will now private dentalatreatment as wellof as dental implants, cosmetic treatment, facial clients. rejuvenation aesthetics. bebuilding able to for National Health (NHS) and private The hascater two surgeries and a lounge onService the ground floor meaning that, fordental the firsttreatment time, we canas well services as dental implants, cosmetic treatment, aesthetics. provide to the disabled and the elderly, something facial we haverejuvenation been keen to doand for some time.

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Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation E mbarrassment, and the idea that this is just something they have to live with, stops people from seeking help with urinary incontinence.

In many of these cases the muscles of the pelvic floor are weakened. These are the muscles that assist in the control or retention and release of urine.

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Cosy autumn home décor

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ress your home for winter with layers of cosiness and a few simple and inexpensive décor ideas.

Throw down a deep pile rug to add extra softness and a sense of warmth underfoot.

Swap sheer, pale, lightweight curtains or blinds for something heavier – wool, tweed, velvet, even felt, denim or mohair.

On sofas and armchairs, pile up cushions for a sense of cosy luxury and add a throw or two folded over the back: great for snuggling under. You could use a length of tweed edged with velvet ribbon, chunky knitting or crochet, fake fur or soft fleece.

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Replace pale bed linen with sheets or a duvet cover in a deeper shade. Add quilts, eiderdowns, bedcovers, throws and blankets.

Feature walls may no longer be cutting edge, but they’re still good looking: paint one wall of a living room or bedroom in warm, boldly coloured emulsion – it’s easy enough to paint over again if you get bored with it.

Home-made decorations can be wonderful, and a weekend walk in the Pentlands or any of Edinburgh’s parks collecting natural materials to make autumnal decorations is very satisfying. Wind some ivy around a row of chunky candles; make a wreath; fill hurricane vases with leaves, chestnuts or pine cones and stand a candle on top; fill a wooden bowl filled with clovestudded oranges, or place a string of white fairy lights clustered in a jar or glass vase. Involve the children in making paper chains, bunting or felt cut-outs for that charmingly wonky, homemade look.

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Pentlands Book Festival

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he headlines ran “Christopher Brookmyre wins Bloody Scotland’s 2016 Mcilvanney Prize”. Find out why on November 24th when the man himself, author of “Black Widow”, his award winning novel, speaks in Currie Library, just one of many attractions at the Pentlands Book Festival.

Go to http://www.pentlandsbookfestival.org/ to discover what delights, besides outstanding crime fiction, promise to brighten up life in Colinton, Currie and Juniper Green during late November’s dark days. Any residual gloom will be lifted by free entry to all but one of our events, though you will need a ticket for most of them.

Tickets are available from Colinton and Currie Libraries, RBS in Juniper Green and through Eventbrite online. Keep an eye on the PBF website and look out for leaflets and posters so you don’t miss your chance to make an early booking.

We kick off in style with Alan Bissett’s ‘Moira Monologues’, his one woman play, at Tanners Pub on Friday 11th November. Other wellknown Scottish writers at this year’s festival are Kathleen Jamie, Margaret Bennett and Catherine Czerkawska, all appearing during Book Week Scotland from 21st to 26th November. We have

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events for 3-5 years upwards, embracing teddybears, local authors, walks, talks, research, genealogy, cooking, mathematics, poetry and prose, and a short story competition for young people.

If you think literature on its own sounds a bit heavy, we’ve included cross-dressing, pizza and ice cream, wine, music and song to add extra fun to the experience (check out the website).

Remember, it’s 95% free of charge, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and grants from the Scottish Book Trust, though we will ask for donations towards the running costs of the 2017 festival. We’re anticipating a big turnout for all our events.

Look for detailed information on the website and in your community.

This article was contributed by Richard Watt, Pentlands Book Festival

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ast month we discussed how the transfer values of defined benefit pensions have increased considerably since the reduction in interest rates.

The knock on effect of this is that the deficit in many pension schemes has also increased and now many are in danger of failing completely. With pension schemes in the media so much these days, usually with bad news e.g. BHS, it may be useful to cover what happens when a pension scheme fails.

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• I f you are yet to start drawing your pension you will receive 90% of your full entitlement.

• T he amount offered is capped. If you are 65, the maximum is £33,678 per year.

• A nnual increases are severely restricted. Only pension entitlement accrued after 1997 is index linked, with any earlier pension paid at a flat rate.

If you fear for the future of your scheme transferring out is as an option, although it is usually down to personal reasons such as flexibility of when and how you take the pension and the benefit of passing money to your heirs tax free, which are not options in final salary schemes.

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“West Lothian’s Christmas Fairs will soon be in full swing”

November – Winter is coming.. to West Lothian!

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t’s that time of year again, dig those woollies out from the back of the wardrobe and start writing your Christmas lists because winter is about to arrive.

And what a cracker of a Winterfest we have for you this year in West Lothian, from Christmas Fairs to cosy places for a cuppa; it’s set to be a very merry one!

The West Lothian Christmas Fairs will soon be in full swing so if you fancy a day out in glorious surrounding, then look no further than the Hopetoun Christmas Fair. Set in the iconic stately home, this fair with take place from 25th-27th November and is a must for those wanting to soak up the festive spirit and at the same time find the unique gift for special friends and family members. Enjoy a day out at the Linlithgow Advent Fair on the 26th November. With craft fairs, farmers markets, children’s entertainment, a visit from Santa and a grand torchlight procession, it is sure to be a fabulous start to the festive period.

Perhaps you are looking for a bit of festive family fun, then Bathgate may

be the place for you. Christmas in Bathgate takes place on Saturday 26th November from 1pm – 5pm, where you can enjoy some street/musical entertainment as well as Santa’s grotto and the Christmas tree lights-on countdown.

If the excitement of all of these Christmas Fairs gets too much, why not try one of West Lothian’s cosy cafes for a recharge and a nice warm hot chocolate. Enjoy a relaxing break in one of Bathgate’s finest cafes, the Bridge Café, Café 1912 or maybe even The Coffee Club, just to name a few. If you’re in Linlithgow, you can choose from – Brodie’s Café, the Taste Deli, So Strawberry Caffe and many more.

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THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH

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Into Africa!

never thought I would go to Africa, or have the opportunity to see first hand people living determinedly with very little. But I was able to be part of a group who visited Swaziland at the end of September.

We saw and heard a great deal which made us think, cry and see small shoots of hope where well run projects are making a big difference to families, individuals and communities. Many individuals are living on less than $1 a day, many households are headed by children or aging grandmothers because the adults have died with AIDS or are working in the cities.

There is a widespread drought so water has to be carried great distances and food is scarce

because the lack of rain means a reduced harvest.

As we compared our lives in Edinburgh to the lives we saw in Swaziland, it made us think that we have a lot to be thankful for and that perhaps we should use the season of thanksgiving to focus on what we generally take for granted in our daily lives, for example our health and medical services, food and clean water, education for our children, work, friends, leisure activities and so on.

Thanksgiving this year is on 24th November.

What could you remember to be thankful for?

Thought for the Month is contributed by Pat Banfill, Pastoral Assistant, St Mungo’s Church, Balerno & Livingston. www.stmungos.org

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We have an enthusiastic team of leaders and young leaders and would welcome new leaders to join our team, enabling us to continue to grow. Adult involvement needn’t be a major commitment, with a range of roles to suit, including part time. You don’t need to have a Scouting background and training is provided.

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If you’re going away for Christmas, keep your home secure. Lock all windows and doors, set your house alarm if you have one, use timers

on lights, cancel any deliveries and ask a neighbour or friend you trust to keep an eye out while you’re away.

If you’re having a house party with lots of guests, it can be all too easy for a thief to slip in unnoticed. Make sure you know everyone who is there.

If you’re going to a party, don’t let anyone tailgate you into a house or through a secured communal entry door who may not be a guest.

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5 1. S amphire at Orocco Pier With a truly awesome view of all three bridges over the Forth, you could forgive second rate food at Orocco Pier. No need, the food is every bit as good as the view, and the cocktails are some of the best we’ve had anywhere. Book early, ask for a window table (or a private booth) and sit back and let the very capable waiting staff look after you. 17 High St, South Queensferry EH30 9PP. 2. My Prep Perfect for those working on weight loss or building muscle, My Prep delivers freshly prepared, nutritionally balanced dishes to your door. All you need to focus on is the exercise. http://www.my-prep.co.uk KONECT BALERNO 46

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3. Christmas Menu at Kyloe We were invited to preview the Christmas menu at Kyloe last month.

Having just won ‘Best Sunday Dinner in Scotland’, their Christmas Menu did not disappoint. If you order the ‘Mini Beef Wellington’ make sure you have a good appetite, it’s anything but mini.

With food this good; £28 for lunch and £38 for dinner represents great value.

1-3 Rutland St, Edinburgh EH1 2AE. 4. B adger & Co Badger & Co is a nice addition to the Edinburgh restaurant scene. Taking up residence in the former home of Kenneth Grahame, the author of Wind in the Willows, it’s one of the nicest examples of a themed restaurant we’ve seen. A beautifully seasonal and British menu will appeal to those that like good hearty fayre. We recommend the game pie. 32 Castle St, Edinburgh EH2 3HT. 5. Na nyang Malaysian We’ve only managed lunch at Nanyang so far but after tasting how good even their classic dishes were, we can’t wait to go back and try some of the more adventurous Malay cuisine. http:// www.nanyangrestaurant.com

2 The monthly Foodpicks column is contributed by local blogger Erica Douglas of www.foodinburgh.com.

Erica provides us with inspiration on where to eat and drink next in and around Edinburgh and West Lothian.

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ll over Europe people feast at Christmas, but not all celebrate on A December 25th; many eat on the evening of the 24th. This is true for Italy, Poland, Iceland and Spain.

All have special meals and many chose fish as the main dish. Italy even call it the feast of seven fishes and include fried eel as an anti-pasta. Iceland have a dish of fermented skate which is so pungent that many chose to celebrate in a restaurant to avoid their house being taken over by the smell! Austria, Poland and Slovakia all enjoy a roast carp - as we did in Britain in the Middle Ages when fish ponds were an important way of ensuring fresh protein in mid winter. The French include oysters as part of the festivities and the Portuguese make a salt cod dish. In Sweden pickled herring takes pride of place.

Nowadays we are blessed with an extensive choice of foods. We don’t have to be limited by what is still alive and in good condition at mid winter. Fish and shell-fish are perfect in December so here are some celebratory fish ideas which you might like to try for a different Christmas meal for your family this year. The last two traditional fishmongers in West Lothian - Oyster Oyster (Linlithgow) and Bathgate Fishmonger - supply delicious fresh, quality seafood.

Oysters Rockefeller 24 oysters opened left in the dished shell and the flesh loose.

Fi lli ng

• 200g spinach chopped in fine ribbons • 1 bunch or packet water cress chopped fine • 250g soft butter • Dry fine bread crumbs • 2 tablespoons Pernod or 1 teaspoon ground fennel • Grated parmesan To serve

Tabasco

“This dish was famous in the 1960’s and is worthy of reviving. Then, salmon was the preserve of the rich who knew people who fished. It was sometimes dry, but by wrapping the fish in buttery pastry this is prevented.”

Method

Salmon en croute Serves 6 (For a bigger party use a whole salmon filleted, skinned and sandwiched top to tail).

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Pastry

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• 200g seedless green grapes, halved • 3 inches root ginger, peeled & finely chopped • Parsley, chervil, dill weed, chives or a mixture chopped fine (about a tablespoon full) Meth od

Combine all the filling ingredients, adding the dried bread crumbs little by little. Do not make it too dry.

On a flat tray that will fit the grill pan, crumple lots of cooking foil. This is to support the oysters as they cook. Nestle the shells in the foil, keeping them level. The juices are an important part of the dish.

Divide the filling between the shells and scatter some parmesan over them.

Have the grill on as hot as you can, and grill for about 5 to 7 minutes, till they are bubbling and the cheese is brown.

Serve the tray to table and let the guests chose their shells and add Tabasco. Some bread to go with this is all you need!

• 200g cold butter in small lumps • Salt pepper to taste • 1 egg beaten for the glaze

Either make the pastry in a food processor or by hand and let it rest in the fridge for a couple of hours; or buy the best butter pastry you can.

Make the filling by folding all the ingredients gently together and set aside.

Roll out the pastry so it is big enough to parcel up the fish.

Place one fillet of fish in the middle. Pile up all the filling on the fish and place the second piece on top, and press it down to make it even. Fold the pastry over to cover the fish and make a reasonably tight parcel, sealing the overlaps with water.

Line a baking tray with silicon paper and flip the fish parcel into it, making sure the join is underneath. With any extra pastry decorate the top with leaves, fish or what your artistic fancy dictates. This can stay in the fridge for up to one day.

Pre heat the oven to 180oC. Brush with egg and cook for 35 to 45 minutes till golden.

Serve with a herb sauce or hollandaise sauce and green vegetables.

The monthly Receipe and Food Notes are contributed by Anne Pinkerton. Anne is a local cook who believes that everybody can enjoy seasonal food and can have pleasure preparing meals for their family and friends.

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WHAT’S ON & USEFUL INFORMATION Saturday 5th November

Jumble sale in aid of Ratho Scouts 1-4pm at Ratho Community Centre. There will be bargains galore as well as a cafe for refreshments and home baking.

Saturday 5th November

Round Table Fireworks Organised by the Currie, Balerno and District Round Table (CBDRT). George V Park in Currie. Early Bird Tickets £4 per adult in advance (from Currie and Balerno Post Offices), or £5 at the gate. All accompanying children are free, but the organisers ask unaccompanied teens to donate £1 at the gate. Please remember, this isn’t a commercial or public sector venture and, the proceeds after costs go to good causes.

Sunday 6th November

Ladies Afternoon Tea with prosecco and fashion show At Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club, 2-5pm. In aid of Jak’s Den. Tickets £40, on sale in Jak’s Den (Livingston) and through our online Shop and virgin money http:// uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fund/TeamJakLadiesDay. Pentland Book Festival November 11th to 26th. Thirty lively events in Colinton, Currie and Juniper Green. Something for everyone from tiny tots to adults. For full programme see http://pentlandsbookfestival.org

Saturday 20th November

Kirknewton Christmas Gifts, Food Fair and Family BBQ 12-4pm at The Stables, Kirknewton. Fundraiser for village projects.

Saturday 26th November

Juniper Green Farmer’s Market Juniper Green Village Hall, Juniper Park Road at the end of Baberton Avenue. 9am – 1pm.

Balerno Village Screen Thursday 10th November 7.30pm: I, Daniel Blake (15) Friday 11th November 7.30pm: Florence Foster Jenkins (PG) Venue: St. Joseph’s Church Hall, Balerno.

Tickets: www.balernovillagescreen.com.

Programme and timings subject to change.

To include your event here, please email editor@konectdirectory.co.uk or call 07854 492638.

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Saturday 12th November

Balerno Farmers’ Market Main Street (pedestrianised), Balerno, 9am – 1pm.

Apple Day: Organised by Balerno Village Trust. Apple Pie competition. Apples for sale. Apple experts and advice on growing and the brilliant Apple Press where children (and adults) can press their own juice.

Saturday 19th November

Winter Market Following the success and feedback from last year’s Winter Market, we have decided to host another one!

This year we’re making more space to allow you to enjoy your glass of wine/tea/coffee and shortbread/mince pie by setting up some tables on the stage. This will also give more space for shoppers to view all the wonderful crafts for sale. We’re limited to 20 stalls but if last year was anything to go by there will be plenty of gifts to choose from – books, scarves, candles, accessories, wooden gifts, jewellery to name a few! 6.30 – 8.30pm in the Gibson Craig Hall. Tickets will be £5, which includes refreshments and all the profit will be going to charity.

Please find more details from the posters being put up, or from Currie Kirk’s website: (http://www.curriekirk.org)

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1 Main Street, Balerno, EH14 7EQ. T: 0131 529 5500.

E: balerno.library@edinburgh.gov.uk Opening times: Mon & Wed: 1- 8pm | Tues & Fri: 10am -5pm | Saturday: 10am-2pm.

Currie Library 210 Lanark Road West, Currie EH14 5NX. T: 0131 529 5609.

E: currie.library@edinburgh.gov.uk Opening times: Mon & Wed: 1- 8pm | Tues, Thurs & Fri: 10am-5pm | Saturday: 10am-5pm.

Ratho Library 6 School Wynd, Ratho EH28 8TT. T: 0131 333 5297.

E: ratho.library@edinburgh.gov.uk Find us on Facebook, Ratho library.

Opening times: Mon & Wed 1-8pm | Tues, Thurs & Fri 10am-5pm | Sat 10am-5pm. Regular events at Ratho Library (for fortnightly and monthly events please contact the library for this month’s dates): Knit and Natter every Mon 2-4pm.

Book Group every second Wed 2-3.30.

Glitzlit Girls’ Group every Wed 5.45-6.30.

Book Bug: rhymes and songs for parents and under 5s every Thursday10.15-10.45. Stories and crafts for 5-7 year olds every Thursday 3.30-4.30.

Adult colouring group alternative Friday 10.30-12.00pm.

We are happy to arrange computer courses for beginners and learning how to use E-Books on demand.

CLUBS & CLASSES

Sports, Hobbies, Learning, Support Groups & more...

BALERNO Wildfire Explorer Scouts

Meet in Balerno High School. Fridays 7.15 - 9.15pm. 14 – 18yrs.

Contact: Gordon Simpson 0131 477 3116.

Email leaders@wildfire-explorers.org.uk

DadZone

At St Mungo’s Church, Ladycroft. Saturdays 9 -10.30am for Dads and male carers and their 0-4 year olds. Toys crafts, refreshments.

Dates for 2015: 29th August, 12th September, 17th October, 31st October, 28th November and 12th December. All welcome. For more info email balernodadzone@gmail.com or search Facebook for the online group.

Balerno Monday Club

Non-denominational club for over 55s. Our meetings are held in St Joseph’s Centre at Balerno Parish Church at 2pm on the first and third Mondays of the month from September to May. Different speakers, activities and outings each session, please contact the Club for syllabus details.

Beginners Yoga Classes

No experience needed (18+) - £6 per class Monday 8.30pm at Balerno Scout Hall Tuesday 8pm at Gibson Craig Hall, Lanark Road, Currie Wednesday 7.45pm at Forth View Crescent Scout Hall, Currie Monday 6pm at Juniper Green Village Hall Any questions please contact Monica karmayoga@btinternet.com Tel: 07986 600432.

Balerno Girls’ Brigade

Ogston Hall in Balerno Parish Church Tuesdays 6.30 - 7.30pm. Contact Marion Milne on 0131 449 4441 or email marion724@talktalk.net

51st Pentland Scouts (Balerno)

Beavers, Cubs, Scouts Various evenings, Balerno Scout Hall. Contact John Henderson on 07941 637262

Currie Rugby Football Club

Malleny Park Minis (P1-7) Sundays 10.30am - 12pm. Contact 0131 449 2432 www.currierugby.org

Pentland Caledonia Pipes and Drums

Balerno Community Centre Every Friday 7pm-9.30pm. New members welcome.

Free tuition on pipes or drums Phone 0131 4495133.

Balerno Village Nursery

Balerno Community Centre Available 8am - 6pm, 5 days a week. Preschool play from age 2 years. Breakfast / Afterschool Club up to 8 years. Full or part time childcare . Call 0131 451 5756

Pilates Classes

Balerno Parish Church - Mondays 7.30 - 8.30pm - Intermediate/Advanced 8.30 - 9.30pm - Beginners/Post Beginners Contact Judi on 07716 830905 or judithrintoulpilates@hotmail.com

Balerno Footsteps 4 Fitness

Mondays 10am at Balerno High School Riverside Café Alternative Thursdays 10am at Balerno High School Riverside Café Alternative Fridays 10am at Balerno Parish Church Hall Contact 0131 477 7733. www.bf4f.org.uk

Adult daytime swim club

Balerno High School Contact Balerno Community Education Office on 0131 477 7733 for more info.

Pentland Art Club

Meet at Balerno High School Art Room Every Thursday 7.30 - 9.30pm Demonstrations, speakers, work evenings; All mediums; New members welcome. Please contact E Thomson on 0131 333 4662.

Pentland Flower Club

Drama Studio, Balerno High School First Friday of the month at 7pm (excluding January, February, July and August); Visitors and new members are always welcome.

Contact Lis Daly on 0131 442 2146.

Children’s swim scheme

Balerno High School Tues, Wed and Fri pm; Sat and Sun am. Contact Balerno Community Education Office 0131 477 7733 for more info.

Compass Playgroup

Dean Park Primary Pre-School Centre. 2-5 years, wide variety of activities. Mon to Thurs (school term time only) 9:00am - 11.45am.

Lunch Club and Transfer Service to Dean Park Nursery. Call 0131 449 4530 (during opening hours) for more information or email info@compassplaygroup.com

Balerno Baby and Toddler Group

Balerno Parish Church Hall 3 Johnsburn Road, Balerno, EH14 7DN. For children 0-5 years and their carers. Term-time Thursdays 9.30 - 11.30am.

Balerno Parish Church Guild

Balerno Parish Church New Hall First and third Wednesdays (commencing October) at 7.30pm Varied syllabus with many interesting speakers; Tea/coffee is served at the end of the meeting. New members and visitors warmly welcomed

Balerno Folk Club

Held on the last Tuesday of each month in Balerno Bowling Club Doors open 8pm; Evening begins 8.20pm; Guest artist on stage at 8.30pm; Members and guests welcome. For further info contact Morag Dunbar on 0131 449 5014 or John Stirling on 0131 449 3456.

Balerno SWI

Balerno Community Centre 7.30pm First Tuesday of every month (except July & August). We usually have a speaker but we also have “in house” evenings; There is usually some business to be discussed and we enjoy a “cuppa” whilst chatting; New members or visitors welcome, just come along

Minis @St Mungo’s

Group for babies and toddlers with their carers on term time.

Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 - 11.30am in St Mungo’s church building, Ladycroft, Balerno; All welcome. For more information see www.stmungos.org

CURRIE Currie Youth Club

Various activities and facilities: Nursery, Football, After-school care, ballet, dog training youth club, craft, Taekwondo, parties, Saturday morning cafe, rooms for hire. See facebook page Currie Community Centre.

Arts & Crafts Group

Art Room 1, Currie Community High School Thursdays 7.15 - 9pm - from 18th September to 27th November (except 16th October). We are a small, friendly group (of all ages) and new members will be made very welcome. £35 for the 10week term or £5 per session, if paid on the night. Fee covers all materials, equipment and refreshments. For more information please email: phoenixarts@hotmail.com or tel: 07934 495488.

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Bridge Club

Meetings in Gibson Craig Hall on Mondays at 1:30pm, September to June. For more information contact the Secretary on 0131 449 5314.

Coffee and Craft

Currie High School, Sun Room Mon 7 - 9pm Bring your own craft and share your knowledge and experience with other crafters and perhaps learn something new. All welcome. £2.00 per night; Refreshments are included.

Air Cadets 2463 (Currie & Balerno) Squadron

Forthview Crescent Mon and Thu 7-9.30pm. 0131 449 7449 for more info.

Currie Playgroup

Currie Baptist Church Hall Preschool play from age 2 years Mon-Fri, 8.45 - 11.45am (term time) £6.50 per child per morning Wraparound and Lunch Club for children attending Currie Nursery Wrap around £5.00; Lunch club £2.00 See www.currieplaygroup.co.uk

42nd Pentland Scout Group Currie

Forth View Crescent, Currie Cubs Monday 6.15 – 7.45pm. Call Andrew 07876567552.

Scouts Monday 7.45 – 9.15pm. Call Ross 07729714445.

Beavers Friday 6.30 – 7.30pm. Call Sharon 07810 201680. www.42ndpentland.scoutsites.org.uk

The Octagon Club For Adults with Special Needs and Learning Difficulties Meets in Gibson Craig Hall, Lanark Road West, Currie, 7 - 9pm on Wednesday Evenings from mid September until June for table tennis, snooker, badminton, table games, “tuck shop” etc.

Contact Alastair Hardie on 0131 453 3556

Baby Group

Currie Library Thursdays 2.00 - 3.30pm Come along for an informal tea or coffee and chat with other parents and babies. 50p per week.

Karate

Currie High School; Mondays 7.30 - 9pm Adults and Children over 6 years.

Please contact 0131 449 3510 or 0131 445 2945 for more info or email patricia.shearer@edinburgh.gov.uk

Currie & District Local History Society

Meetings Mondays at 7.30 in the Gibson-Craig Hall in Currie Visitors welcome; For further information contact Douglas N Lowe on 0131 449 4349 or douglaslowe51@btinternet.com

Boys Brigade - 65th Edinburgh (Currie) Company

Gibson Craig Hall, Lanark Road West Currie Anchors (Boys P2 & P3) - Thursday 6 - 7pm Juniors (Boys P4, P5 & P6) - Thursday 7 - 8.30pm Company/Seniors (Boys P7 - S6) - Sundays 6.30 – 8.30pm For more info email 65edinburghbb@gmail.com or see website 65edinburgh.boys-brigade.org.uk

Currie Baby and Toddler Group

Gibson Craig Hall Friday 9.30 - 11.30am (term time only). Adults £2.00; Kids go free Parents/Grandparents/Carers/Childminders are all very welcome; Snack provided for the kids and tea and coffee for the adults Loads of space to play

Balerno and District Ramblers

Midweek Group meets on a Wednesday at Currie Library Car Park, Lanark Rd West 9.15am for 9.30am start. Contact M Timmins 0131 449 4525 or A Blyth 0131 629 3644. Saturday and Sunday Group meets at Pentland View Carpark, Currie, at 8.45am for 9am start. Contact E Scroggie on 0131 441 1666.

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Book Group

Currie Library First Wednesday of each month at 7.00pm.

Beginners Yoga Classes No experience needed (18+) - £6 per class Tuesday 8pm at Gibson Craig Hall, Lanark Road, Currie Wednesday 7.45pm at Forth View Crescent Scout Hall, Currie Monday 6pm at Juniper Green Village Hall Monday 8.30pm at Balerno Scout Hall Any questions please contact Monica, email: karmayoga@ btinternet.com Tel: 07986 600432

Corner Cafe Book Club At the Corner Cafe, 120 Lanark Road West, Currie Meet 27th of every month at 7.45. Informal friendly group, all welcome, we read a mixture of classics and popular books. £3 per session.

Fitsteps Fun and effective dance fitness class inspired and created by Strictly Come Dancing stars Natalie Lowe and Ian Waite. Learn the steps from Tango, Jive, Viennese Waltz, Samba and many more, without the need of a partner. Thursday 7.30-8.15pm, Currie High School, Edinburgh, £5 per person. For more info call Lianne on 07737 927463 www.facebook.com/moveitdanceandfitsteps

Angela’s Fitness

Currie High School METAFIT: Thursdays 6:15pm-6:45pm. A 30 min full body workout.

Great for weight loss, toning, improving strength and power. Burn fat in your sleep with Metafit. ABS BLAST: Thursdays: 6:45pm– 7:15pm. 30 min core workout to strengthen your abs and lower back. £4 per class or £15 for 5 classes, mix&match. Both classes are suitable for any fitness levels & ages as options of exercises are given. For more info please contact Angela on: angelasfitness@live. co.uk; tel: 07845705819; www.facebook.com/angelassfitnesscurrie

Macular Society, Pentland Group Group for visually impaired people, 2nd Friday of every month in Currie Library at 2pm. Audio Book Group meets 1st Monday of every month in Currie Library at 2.15 pm. I-Pad tuition group for visually impaired people all other Mondays in Currie Library at 2.15pm.

Currie Badminton Club

Currie High School. Monday nights 7.30-9.30pm from September to April. Players of an intermediate standard and above welcome. Details at curriebadminton.wordpress.com or email curriebadmclub@gmail.com

Pop up Family Church - NEW! This meets from 3-5pm on the last Saturday of the month in the Gibson Craig Halls except June,J uly, August and December. Children of any age are invited to attend (with an adult of any age!) and share together a fun family time of games, crafts, stories, songs and snacks. Contact Easter 449-4719 or the Church Office 451-5141.

JUNIPER GREEN Juniper Green Nursery Playgroup

Juniper Green Community Centre (Village Hall) 1 Juniper Park Road EH14 5DX. Contact 07948 554889 or see website at www.junipergreenplaygroup.vpweb.co.uk

31st Pentland Scouts (Juniper Green) 45 Lanark Road West, Currie Beavers - Wed 6.30pm Cubs - Mon 7.00pm Cubs - Tues 6.30pm Scouts - Fri 7.00pm Contact - Mary Dick on 0131 449 7043.

Juniper Green SWI

Juniper Green Community Centre (Village Hall) 1 Juniper Park Road EH14 5DX. Contact 0131 539 9886.

Pentland Bridge Club

Irish Dancing

The club meets on Thursday evenings (7pm to c. 10.30 pm) throughout the year to play duplicate bridge at St Margaret’s Hall, Juniper Green (EH14 5DG). It welcomes approaches from existing bridge players of all standards (note: it does not undertake teaching). Prospective new members are welcome to come along for a trial evening (free) to see if it suits them. Please contact Jean Newport (449 2028) or John Mendum (453 3202) if interested.

NUstArt West Art Group

RATHO Susan Douglas Pilates

Ratho Community Centre Mon 5.55pm – 6.55pm. See www.douglaspilates.co.uk

Ratho WRI Meet in Ratho Community Centre on second Wednesday of each month (except July & August) from 7pm to 9pm. New members and visitors welcome. Contact 0131 333 4862 for information.

Ratho Scouts, Cubs & Beavers

Ratho Community Centre Beavers: Tuesdays 6.30pm - 7.30pm (age 6-8) Cubs: Fridays 7pm - 8.30pm (age 8-10.5) Scouts: 7pm - 8.45pm. (age 10.5 -14)

Ratho Ravers

Ratho Community Centre Mon 10am-12pm. Exercising body and mind for the over fifties. £3 per class. For more information call the Community Centre on 0131 333 1055.

St. Nicholas Church, Calder Road, Sighthill New children’s class for ages 4 and upwards on Wednesdays from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. First class is FREE then £4 per class. Contact Audrey on 07952 159227 to register. Children’s classes also in Leith and Wynchburgh. Adults classes in Edinburgh and Broxburn.

WHALE Arts Agency, 30 Westburn Grove, EH14 2SA Fridays 10.30am – 1.30pm. Friendly and very supportive self-led art group would welcome new members, both male & female, to join them on Friday mornings. Bring your own paints & brushes, or make use of class materials. £4 per session, but note that weekly fees are due to help pay room rental costs even for a missed class. For further details phone 0131 453 5294, or join us one morning for coffee and a chat.

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Charity and not-for-profit groups are free, there is a small charge for other listings. See our website for details. www.konectdirectory.co.uk

Solution to October Crossword

Across: 1 Rafters, 5 Extra, 8 Textile, 9 Verbs, 10 Ridge, 11 Despair, 12 Twenty, 14 Abroad, 17 Nervous, 19 Rises, 22 Ideal, 23 Failure, 24 Noted, 25 Lighter.

Down: 1 Rotor, 2 Fixed, 3 Evident, 4 Steady, 5 Elves, 6 Tornado, 7 Assured, 12 Tension, 13 Earnest, 15 Burning, 16 Useful, 18 Oiled, 20 Squat, 21 Spear.

Parent & Toddlers Group

Community Centre Tues and Thurs 10am-12noon. Under 3s. Members 50p, non members £1. For more information call the Community Centre on 0131 333 1055.

Art Club

Ratho Community Centre Tues 7-9pm. Adult Multimedia Club. Members 50p, non members £1. For more information call the Community Centre on 0131 333 1055.

50 Plus Group

Varied programme of activities/outings New members welcome – meet fortnightly at Ratho Community Centre. Members 50p, non-members £1. For more information call the Community Centre on 0131 333 1055

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Scouts

All meet at the Community Centre, meeting times are as follows: Beavers: Tuesdays 6.30pm - 7.30pm (age 6-8) Cubs: Fridays 7pm - 8.30pm (age 8-10.5) Scouts: 7pm - 8.45pm. (age 10.5-14)

OTHER AREAS Potter Around

Art and craft studio at Overton Farm, Kirknewton EH27 8DD Drop in anytime for ceramic painting and decopatch or have fun playing with clay. Book both adults and children’s parties in a wide range of arts and crafts. Open the first Tuesday of each month for those who prefer evening. Book into one of our many workshops including candle making, potter’s wheel, felting, jewellery and glass fusion. Regular classes include oil painting for both adults and children and our Kids Art Club on a Friday afternoon as well as the Warhammer Club on a Saturday afternoon. We take commission for painted pottery and artwork and we have a gift shop selling hand made items from jewellery through to art. Look out for our summer workshops running for children through the holidays. For more information call 01506 238961, email chat@ potteraround.co.uk. www.potteraround.co.uk www.facebook.com/ PotterAround

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Aerials Kinnear Aerials 6 Appliance Repair Appliances of Edinburgh 13 Bathrooms Ken Dunton 10 Splash Bathrooms 7 Beauty Beauty Box 17 Beauty Secrets 18 Juniper Beauty Room 20 Blacksmith D & I Blacksmiths 30 Book Shop SWRI 5 Builder Almond Building Company 11 Madison Garrad 7 Building Surveyor David Hastings 11 Cafe/Tearoom Molly’s 48 Cake Maker Molly’s 48 Car Sales Hermiston Motors 29 Juniper Green Garage 34 Car Service & Repair Autocare Solutions 35 Balerno Garage 35 Hermiston Motors 29 Ratho Auto Services 34 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning C and W Cleaning Services 25 Carpets & Flooring Land of Carpets 2 Pentland Carpets 26 Catering Food Creations 48 Charity British Heart Foundation 27 Children’s Activities/ Entertainment Jump Station 43 The Bees Knees Nursery 43 Children’s Nursery Lanark Road Nursery 42 Chiropody/Podiatry Pentland Footcare 17 Chiropractor ABC Chiropractic 21 Cleaning Services Cleaning and Maintenance 30 Cleaning Doctor 23 Daily Poppins 23 Complementary Therapies Access 2 Balance 20 Marina Romans Massage Therapist 5 Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation with Mandy Robertson 15 Conservatories Andrew James Windows & Conservatories 12 Craft Shop & Classes Coo Creations 24 Decorating Graham & Brown 25 Dentist Balerno Dental Care 14 Currie Dental Care 21 No 9 Dental 18

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Doors UPVC Doors 22 Double Glazing Repair Double Glazing Doctor 22 Double Glazing Repairs 12 Dressmaking/Alterations Coo Creations 24 Electrician A&A Electrical 11 MT Electrical 7 Simply Electrical 11 Spark Electrical Solutions 13 Sykes Electrical 45 Fencing/Gates S & D Fences 30 Financial Services Personal Money Management 38 Fitness - Personal Training KM Fitness 14 Fitness Classes Karma Yoga 20 Florist Vicky’s Flowers 17 Garage Doors Max’s Garage Doors Ltd 34 Garden & Landscaping Beatson’s 32 CS Gardening 30 D Greaves 31 Garden Buildings Champfleurie Estate Ltd 33 Woodford Timber Scotland 32 Glazier R McNeill Joiner & Glazer 5 Golf Club Baberton Golf Club 37 Hairdresser Hairtech 17 Tony Harper Hairdressers 21 Heating Services L & S Heating 6 Hire (Car/Van/Minibus) AK Stretch Limousines 39 Insurance Glenavon Insurance Ltd 7 Ironing Services Ironing Aid 23 Joiner Create Enhanced Spaces Ltd 4 GK Wilson Joiner 10 Jack Watson Joiner 7 R McNeill Joiner & Glazer 5 Kitchens Ian Merriman Ltd 10 Create Enhanced Spaces Ltd 4 Ken Dunton 10 LIFE COACH Life Coach Edinburgh 5 Locksmith 1st Call Locksmith 45 Edinburgh Locksmith 44 Massage Marina Romans Massage Therapist 5 Mobility Ableworld 19 Med -Ecosse 16 Motorhome (hire/sale) Motorhome Hire Scotland 39 MSP/MP Gordon Macdonald MSP 4 Office Admin Services Admin @ Work 7

Optician Clear Vue Optician 18 Oven Cleaner The Clean Team 23 Painter/Decorator Alistair McLellan 12 Brushstrokes 27 GD Decor 5 Gerry Aitken 11 Mark Reece 27 Paving Alpine Paving 31 Pet Services Claylands Cattery 41 Happy Scampers 41 Walkin ‘n’ Woofin 41 Walks with Lauren 40 Plastering Alexander Aitken Plastering 11 Plumbing Services Alex Hunter Plumbers 4 Bill Reid & Son 4 Jim Gladstone 5 Shandon Plumbing 6 Weir Plumbing 11 Property Maintenance Cleaning and Maintenance 30 Done N Dusted Property Maintenance 4 Public House Kinleith Mill 56 Riccarton Inn 56 Restaurant Al Borgo 47 Roofing Dell Roofing 10 Fairmile Roofing 28 Thomson Roofing Services 54 Soft Furnishings Blind Design 26 James Erskine Interiors 26 Stairlifts Pentland Carpets 26 Takeaway Pentland Fry 47 Taxi & Private Hire Capital Cars 39 Tree Surgery Delisle Tree Surgeons 31 Maxwell Tree Care 31 Upholsterer James Erskine Interiors 27 Vet Pentland Veterinary Clinic 40 Wallpaper Graham & Brown 25 Wedding Services Vicky’s Flowers 17 Window Cleaning Tag Cleaning 30 Windows Andrew James Windows & Conservatories 12 Double Glazing Repairs 12 Red Hot Windows 45