Konect Calders March 2017

MARCH 2017

Your Wedding Your Way in West Lothian local RiverLife: Almond & Avon Plus businesses, community SAY HELLO TO SPRING information & more!

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FEATURE

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he River Almond is a vital part of our environment. The River Forth Fisheries Trust is investing heavily in it, along with the River Avon, with an exciting programme of projects planned for the next few years. There will be lots of opportunities for locals to be involved. I interviewed a West Lothian resident who works for the Trust to find out what’s in the pipeline, see the feature on pages 8-9.

If you live in East Calder or Kirknewton you should be aware of the proposed changes to Edinburgh Airport’s departures flight routes – the plan is for planes to be low flying over East Calder and Kirknewton. See page 7 for details and for how to make your views known.

CONTENTS Local Issue: Flightpath Riverlife: Almond and Avon Charity – Kids Love Clothes Thought for the Month Food & Drink What’s On Useful Information Clubs & Classes WEST LOTHIAN VIEW

Weddings Special Parents in West Lothian Property Matters Home Improvements Visit West Lothian INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

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In other special features, we take a look at planning a wedding in West Lothian – be free to do it your way is the main message! - as well as a spring cleaning guide.

Our charity of the month is Kids for Clothes – I know a lot of local people are involved in this fantastic charity, and Kirknewton gets a special mention!

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All our regular columns are here. Thanks for reading Konect and supporting local businesses.

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COMMUNITY

NEW FLIGHTPATH

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Edinburgh Airport is in the second stage of a consultation on changes to its flight paths.

Based on the first stage consultation last year, they favour going ahead with a flight path directly over East Calder and Kirknewton.

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This raises serious concerns, as local residents who responded to the first stage consultation made it clear they did not want the flight path over East Calder and Kirknewton. The input from our area appears to have been ignored in the decision to push the flight path here.

• Several residents, including from East Calder, complained that there was already an increase in noise and flights over and close to the area, following the ‘experimental’ paths used recently, but Edinburgh Airport denied any planes had flown over or near

It is urgent that residents make their views known to Edinburgh Airport :

• During the consultation period last year the Edinburgh Airport website was not showing Kirknewton (EH27) on the consultation pages. This may have put some residents off from responding. Edinburgh Airport stated this was because EH27 was not to be affected by any new routes

1) Attend the drop in session at Kirknewton Village Hall with Edinburgh Airport on 4th March, between 2.00-7.00pm (final time to be confirmed) 2) Visit www.letsgofurther.com and submit your views Planes will be at 1500ft and climbing on full power when they overfly; the proximity of this route to the airport means flights are lower than every other proposed flight path.

This route has been chosen by Edinburgh Airport based on lowest population density to be affected by the overflying. However various factors call into question the quality of the consultation and of the information provided to the local community: • The population figures used for East Calder and Kirknewton are inaccurate and the significant increase in population at Calderwood, which will be affected, has not been taken into consideration • At a meeting with Edinburgh Airport in the Green Room last year in Kirknewton, residents made it clear they did not want flight paths over Kirknewton. Edinburgh Airport responded that there was no planned flight over Kirknewton

• The report states that responses were received from only 33 of the 226 community councils consulted. Kirknewton is not among the 33 listed, although Kirknewton did submit a response – further indication that our feedback was ignored • There is no reference to impact on Kirknewton Airfield, and the private flying and ATC training based there KEY A6

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COMMUNITY

RiverLife: Almond & Avon is the Trust’s team focusing on our local rivers, and we’ll need local communities involved over the next few years One of the biggest river restoration programmes in Scotland is planned for the Almond and Avon Rivers over the next four years.

I met with Jamie Ormiston, Community Engagement Officer from Livingston who works for the River Forth Fisheries Trust, to learn about their plans. “The Trust carries out vital environmental protection and improvement work on rivers in the whole of the Forth catchment,” he explains. “RiverLife: Almond & Avon is the Trust’s team focusing on our local rivers, and we’ll need local communities involved over the next few years.”

The first major project is the rehabilitation the Almond’s fish migration route, to make it possible for salmon and sea trout from the North Sea to migrate up the river to spawn after their sojourn in the ocean. The industrial heritage of HERON: Waiting patiently at Mid Calder weir

the Almond left barriers in the form of weirs which prevent fish from successfully navigating to spawning grounds. This upstream migration is essential for the survival of fish populations and to the overall health of the river’s ecosystem. A lot of work has been done on the Almond over the years by various organisations to address industrial pollution, and wildlife is gradually returning. If you’re lucky you can even spot otters in Murieston Water, one of the tributaries. The Almond Barriers Project builds on this work and will have a major impact on the ongoing health of the river.

In migration season (May to October) you can observe fish jumping weirs but their success rate isn’t as high as it should be - they’ve been filmed at Mid Calder Weir continually hitting the rocks and getting exhausted. The cumulative impact of all the weirs on the River Almond means that very few fish are making it to the upstream sections and tributaries of the river. Fish passes were constructed on some of the weirs a long time ago but are not working well.

The first barrier fish encounter is the Fair-a-Far Weir at Cramond, where the Almond flows into the Forth. Construction of a new fish passage there commences shortly, along with repair work on the weir. Work is needed on six other weirs: at Mid Calder; Kirkton

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Weir at Almond Valley Heritage Centre - where a viewing area will be built as one of the attractions at the heritage centre; Howden Bridge Weir in Livingston, the Rugby Club Weir in Livingston; and Dowies weir. Proposals for most of these are in early stages and there will be consultations with local communities. For each of the different sites the best option for easing fish passage has been identified. It could be a fish pass (in principle like a disabled ramp for fish to get over the weir), a rock ramp (rocks are used to build a ramp of pools and riffles up to the weir so fish can pass over it) or a channel for the fish which goes around the weir.

The Trust works with local angling clubs to collect river data. “Anglers are our eyes on the river,” says Jamie, “and are very helpful with submitting their observations to us.” They have been asked to submit sightings of redds (salmon nurseries) as well as collecting salmon scale samples. Scale samples allow the biologists at the Trust to track the migrating salmon and see if they are returning to the same river to spawn or if they are straying into other rivers.

Work on the River Avon, being in more agricultural areas, has a different focus and includes addressing bank erosion and the spraying of invasive species like giant hogweed.

Once the fish move in you’ll see kingfishers and dragon flies. It will be good to see such wildlife in the middle of Bathgate.

There are many other projects in the pipeline, including cleaning up the Killandean at Kirkton Campus in Livingston and the eventual creation of a park there with benches and artwork; and the Boghead Burn which runs through Bathgate is earmarked for work to encourage fish to move into it. They will be working on the stretch of Bogburn between Whitburn Road and Glasgow Road. “Once the fish move in you’ll see kingfishers and dragon flies. It will be good to see such wildlife in the middle of Bathgate,” says Jamie.

GETTING INVOLVED Volunteers are needed for all projects.

To get involved Head to the RiverLife website and there’s a sign up link at the bottom of the page. www.fishforth.co.uk/rfft/riverlife/

A Small Grants Scheme exists for local groups or individuals to carry out projects to do with the river. It could be anything from practical environmental works on “your patch” of the Almond or Avon or one of their tributaries, to arts or theatre projects. Grants from £250 – £5000 are available.

TROUT: Spectacular migration at Mid Calder weir

To make an application, please visit: www.fishforth.co.uk/rfft/riverlife/small-grants-scheme/ First applications close 31st March 2017.

River Forth Fisheries Trust is a charity registered in Scotland (SC040311) Visit www.fishforth.co.uk for more information and follow RiverLife: Almond & Avon on facebook.

Contributor: Helen-Jane Shearer lives in West Lothian with her family and is the editor of Konect magazines.

Photo Credit: All images supplied by River Forth Fisheries Trust

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his section of Konect celebrates all things West Lothian! With new developments and the population ever-growing here, it’s an exciting time for all of us, as services and facilities spring up to accommodate.

If you have information or services you would like to share with 40,500 households in West Lothian every month, please get in touch with us. We can help spread your message if you are a business, charity, social enterprise, running an event or have an inspirational story to share. See page 3 for our contact details.

Look inside this section for:

YOUR WEDDING - YOUR WAY Konect takes a look at the traditional and the unique SAY HELLO TO SPRING Your spring cleaning checklist, and all the local businesses who can help you with it PARENTS IN WEST LOTHIAN Our regular column on surviving parenthood in West Lothian PROPERTY MATTERS If you’re buying, selling or letting in West Lothian, keep up to date via Turpie & Co’s Konect topical column EMERGING FROM HIBERNATION Visit West Lothian’s regular column has suggestions for what to do locally

As part of our focus on weddings in this issue we’d like to congratulate the local businesses who were finalists and winners in the Scottish Confetti Wedding Awards this year. It illustrates the growing expertise that West Lothian has to offer in the weddings arena.

Razzmatazz Occasions (Bathgate) were winners in the Venue Accessory Supplier Category, and Pretty White Weddings and Events (Bathgate) were runners up in the same category. Food Creations (at venues all over West Lothian and beyond) were finalists in the Catering Category, and Truly Scrumptious Designer Cakes (Linlithgow) were finalists in the Cake Designer Category. At time of going to print Truly Scrumptious are also finalists in the Scottish Wedding Awards 2017. Well done to all involved!

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SPECIAL FEATURE

KONECT TAKES A LOOK AT THE TRADITIONAL AND THE UNIQUE

You’ve just got engaged; congratulations to you both. Now you’ve a wedding to plan! It’s your wedding so no doubt you have a clear picture of what it should be like. But, if you’re still undecided, here are some ideas from Konect to give you the inspiration for your big day.

THE PERFECT VENUE

You don’t need a limo when you’re marrying the Harburn Golf Club Captain

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Are you the traditional type, or looking for something a little…different? Traditional hotel weddings are still very popular for good reason, as they normally provide a choice of ready-made packages. Choose a hotel with a good reputation for weddings and which is experienced in catering for the numbers you’re looking for. Many hotels have dedicated events co-ordinators who can help get things just right. Always ask for a detailed list of what’s included in the price, so you can set aside money from your budget, well in advance, for other essentials. Some hotels, like the Hilcroft in Whitburn post their wedding packages on their website so you can download them.

Other venues in West Lothian such as Kirknewton Stables provide a blank canvas for you to create a bespoke wedding from scratch - it has been known to have clay-pigeon shooting, among its wedding day activities to keep gusts entertained.

There’s also a place for small venues like bowling clubs or rugby clubs, that rely on functions to keep themselves ticking over – or historic listed buildings like Bo’ness Town Hall - a real part of the local community.

The bride wore white…and red DM’s…and rode a horse!

BESPOKE WEDDINGS FOR A TRULY UNIQUE EVENT For couples who want to put a unique stamp on their big day...enter the wedding planners, whose task it is to bring often very unusual visions to life. Simon Preece, KONECT WEST LOTHIAN | WL3

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owner of Livingston-based Food Creations has masterminded, among other requests, a super-hero themed wedding. He said, “The most important thing is to create your day based around what’s special to you and not to worry about what anyone else thinks. That way it’s not only personal but memorable for everyone attending.” Memorable indeed. In fact, one of the most memorable events for Simon was organising a Nigerian wedding. “The chillies we were asked to cook with were so hot, our chefs had to wear gloves and masks when preparing them.”

DO’S AND DON’TS OF PLANNING YOUR PERFECT WEDDING “Don’t ask family and friends to deal with the reallyimportant tasks” says Simon Preece. Wise words indeed. Auntie Jean might be a dab-hand at whipping up the lightest scones, but a wedding cake is an entirely different proposition. No bride wants to end up with a soggy bottom on her wedding day, so it’s worth investing in a professional service. And, with the number of high-quality independent bakers rising faster than Mary Berry’s soufflés, there are plenty to choose from.

Do take out wedding insurance. There’s the recent story of the bride who handed her 150-year old wedding dress - a hand-made, family heirloom - into a drycleaner which went bankrupt. The story went viral on social media and was eventually picked up by the BBC. It had a happy outcome as the bride and her dress were eventually reunited but it does illustrate the need to take precautions.

“Don’t dismiss a venue because there’s nowhere picturesque to take wedding photos” is the advice from professional photographer, Peter Lawson of Its Photographic. Some venues have naturally beautiful surroundings such as Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club and Kirknewton Stables but what about others? “There are some great wedding venues in West Lothian,” said Peter. “But it sometimes takes a creative eye and a bit of imagination to pick out a romantic spot for that perfect shot.“ Take the Almondvale Suite at Livingston FC as an example. How do you find somewhere other than the pitch to find a bit of grass? “I took the wedding party for a short stroll behind the stadium to the River Almond” said Peter. “The surroundings were beautiful. I’ve now taken wedding pictures there for quite a few couples.”

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So, what’s the most unusual wedding picture Peter has taken? “It has to be the one of the bride on the Clydesdale horse wearing a beautiful white dress…and red Doc Martens! Every picture I take is special but that one is definitely unique.”

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PARENTS IN WEST LOTHIAN

earn one’s 2000m circular endurance swimming badge while being appropriately accessorised for the pool Let me relate to you a story, which I have genuinely never told anyone…

When I was around 12 years old, I was picked to be a member of the Glasgow Schools swimming team.

The very first gala I ever attended as a competitor was such a big deal that I was sick in the morning before leaving the house, and I was physically shaking as I took my place at the side of the pool to start.

At that time, I had recently been diagnosed as short-sighted and had just got my first pair of glasses, a big pink plastic monstrosity of a pair that gave me more than a passing resemblance to an owl. So unused to wearing them was I that when I took my dive stance ready to start my first ever big race, I was still wearing them.

and I withdrew from the team. It’s for this reason that although I’ve always wanted my kids to learn to swim, I want it to be one-on-one with me so that the chance of something unexpected happening that might put them off the water is minimised.

With our local swimming pool, Livingston Xcite, there are rules about who can go swimming together – as an adult you can’t go with any more than one child under 4. Given that Channa and I are rarely available at the same time, swimming trips are a precious treat but 2 Saturdays ago the stars aligned and we dug out our swimmies.

We used the family changing room and it did occur to us why the lock mechanism isn’t placed just a little bit higher – most of my time in there was

ON YOUR MARKS… GO! Well, I dived in wearing the glasses and immediately realised something was wrong – but my training and the sheer desire not to let my team down (plus my need for the race to be over before my glasses fell off) drove me to swim harder than I ever had before, and I subsequently won the race.

Even though I won, the embarrassment and the ribbing I took from my team (however good-naturedly) put me off swimming for a good while after

spent trying to prevent Quinn from flinging the door open and exposing us to the world. There was also the uncomfortable period of several minutes where Penny was determined to take her swimming costume off so that she could see the cartoon characters printed on her swim nappy – “LOOK! A FISH!” The pool was quite quiet, and the most popular section as far as the kids were concerned was the river rapids… we must have gone round upwards of 30 times to the point where I felt like I had actually taken part in a bizarre circular endurance event.

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This is a good time to create such a feature in your garden, before you have to spend your time weeding and cutting the grass!

You could use sweet peas for an instant display this summer – the climbing rose will take a year or two to make it’s full impact.

Choose a support that suits the style of your garden – obelisks can be simple or more ornamental, a post is the simplest support. Choose a climbing plant that will not swamp your support and will produce the colour of flowers you love – overall height of 8ft is perfect – a shrub rose treated as a climber makes a great choice as would a fragrant Honeysuckle and then you gently twist the three strongest stems around the support and tie them to it.

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PROPERTY MATTERS

The most reliable indicators lie in the ability to interpret the needs and comments of buyers at a local level

In any market, the conversation often revolves around the likely future of house prices. Will they go up, will they go down, will they remain stable?

course, asking prices are no reflection of sale prices and this applies in a sellers market as much as it applies in a buyers market!

Even the most credible authorities tend to disagree on the direction of property prices and sales volume, so where does that leave the humble consumer? Baffled!

Then there are the figures provided by various niche portals such as ESPC or from National estate agency groups.

However, some of these can be biased because that group of companies might only specialise in a specific sector or geography.

The problem is the source of data that is used to make assumptions about the market is fickle. For example, you could look at the latest Land Registry figures. These record the volumes and prices of sales that completed up to about four months after the sale was arranged. But a lot can happen in four months – an interest rate change and 120 days of media influence can make a vast difference to buyer sentiment!

Estate agents must be acutely aware of what is happening in the market they serve at any given point in time. They have a huge responsibility to get it right for their clients first time, and they take that responsibility very seriously. Ultimately, we find that the most reliable indicators lie in the ability to interpret the needs and comments of buyers at a local level.

After all, it is today’s buyers who determine the current value of your property!

You could look at the figures supplied by property portals such as Rightmove. These can be a more accurate reflection of the current situation because they interpret the relationship between the changes in the number of properties on the market and average asking prices, and the number of buyers registering within the previous month. Of

The monthly Property Matters column is contributed by Craig Turpie. Craig is a director at Turpie & Co Estate Agents and Letting Agents with extensive knowledge of the West Lothian Property Market and over 20 years experience in bespoke sales and marketing.

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As well as all the usual spring-cleaning jobs like cleaning your cupboards and changing the bedding – which, let’s face it, should be done on a regular basis anyway - it’s time to get stuck into those jobs that couldn’t be done during the winter. Tackle them now and you’ll be able to relax and enjoy the summer knowing that your home will be in tip-top condition.

Let’s start with the outside.

1. CLEAR THE WINTER DEBRIS

Clean your extractor hood and replace any charcoal filters

Check your gutters and clean out any dead leaves.

This is a job that should also be done after autumn as dead leaves can cause blockages meaning water can get trapped, freeze and crack your pipes. If you spot a cracked pipe or gutter, it’s best to get it replaced now otherwise rainwater running down your walls could lead to corrosion and dampness. Replace any roof tiles while you’re at it.

2. RE-POINTING THE EXTERIOR

Rake the lawn to remove dead growth and winter debris

Re-pointing – that is, filling in the gaps between your stone or brickwork – is a bit like watching paint dry (pardon the pun). It’s not the most exciting of tasks but needs to be done to ensure the fabric of your property stays waterproof yet breathable which allows condensation to escape. It’s best to choose a lime-based mortar for the task. You may need to hire a scaffolding tower from a local DIY company to allow you to safely get to those hard-to-reach places. If you’re not confident in re-pointing yourself, employ a reputable builder to do it for you.

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The same applies to patio doors. Spring and summer is the best time to get them replaced and they needn’t be as expensive as you may think. Bi-folding doors have become popular in recent years as they open out fully to let in more light and air. If you prefer sliding patio doors, there are new models on the market which have thin yet strong frames so they can hold larger panes of glass.

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6. SPRING CLEANING INDOORS Starting with the kitchen, degrease the shelves and the tops of cupboards. Clean your extractor hood and replace any charcoal filters. Defrost the freezer and throw out those leftovers from six months. Replace any faulty appliances.

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With 2017 being the VisitScotland Year of History, Heritage & Archaeology, and spring beginning to blossom, it’s the perfect time to start exploring West Lothian’s historic past. Why not take a trip to the iconic Linlithgow Palace, birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots or Scotland’s finest stately home – Hopetoun House, both of which were featured in the highly acclaimed TV series ‘Outlander’. Or enjoy a visit to Almond Valley Heritage Centre, where you can learn about West Lothian’s shale mining industry whilst revelling in a whole heap of fun activities for all the family.

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH

We think of the essentials of life as basic food, clothing, shelter. But beyond mere survival there are intangibles that are absolutely essential for a healthy life – dignity, self-respect, confidence. For local charity Kids Love Clothes, these intangibles are just as important as the “basics” they provide...

As the name suggests, Kids Love Clothes provides for children in the Lothians and Edinburgh whose families are struggling to clothe them. “But we do not just shove some second-hand clothes in a bag!” says charity founder Fiona Shapcott. I met Fi along with volunteer Julie Diver at their storage unit in Ratho. As we chat it’s clear that this is absolutely about respecting the people who will be receiving the clothes. Donations of quality second-hand or new clothes are quality-checked, ironed and folded, wrapped in tissue paper and beautifully presented in a Kids Love Clothes bag. Only clothes in excellent condition are passed on.

“Over the years, we’ve realised that our service has a much higher impact than just clothing the children,” explains Fi. One story illustrates the point beautifully - the mother who, once she had the Kids Love Clothes outfits, had the confidence to start taking her son to toddler group. She had been too ashamed of not having any clothes for him previously. “So there is a huge value multiplier of the effect – the mother gained some confidence and dignity; the child had the opportunity to socialise...the repercussions are massive.” The bags, so beautifully presented, give dignity and freedom as well as “just” clothes. They are delivered to the recipients’ home, like a lovely gift from friends.

The storage unit at Ratho is full of clothes, but they always need more to meet demand. “Look at this gorgeous party dress,” says Julie. “We include party clothes and dress-ups when possible too, clothes that make it possible for kids to socialise without stigma and to be pleased with the way they look.” Referrals are via Social Workers or Health Visitors, and demand has soared in the past year. 882 children were clothed in the Lothians in 2016 – an 88% increase on the 50 | KONECT CALDERS

previous year. Kids Love Clothes is entirely volunteerrun, with volunteers from West Lothian and Edinburgh collecting, sorting, ironing, delivering and creating a great volunteer camaraderie; while I was there for this article the owner of the storage facility turned up with a freshlybaked cake for the volunteers! There is clearly a fantastic atmosphere. “We know we’re making a huge difference to people’s lives. It’s hard work, but there’s a massive need right here in our own local communities.” The Kids Love Clothes ironing ladies of Kirknewton get a special mention for riding to the rescue regularly with big piles of ironing!

The stories of the families who receive the clothes are many and varied: victims of domestic violence who have fled with their kids with just the clothes on their backs; loss of job and/ or benefits which throw a family temporarily into hardship; refugees and immigrants. For some situations a large holdall for the clothes is provided too for families who are likely to need to move on from one temporary accommodation to another.

A Kids Love Clothes bag contains a wardrobe’s worth of seasonally appropriate clothes. A few toys and books are usually included with each bag. Items that are not quite good enough for the gift bags are passed on to other organisations; nothing is wasted.

Clothing for a child in need seems like an obvious service, but there are no other charities doing this. The Edinburgh Clothing Store does great work although it operates more like a food bank rather than the “beautifully packaged gift from friends” model that Kids Love Clothes strives to achieve.

Collection of donations from Potter Around, Kirknewton I had my wee girl in January. At first it was a great experience and I had lots of clothes as gifts from family and friends. As time went on my maternity pay stopped and I was struggling to buy clothes, but I received a lovely bag of clothes from Kids Love Clothes – they were like new, freshly ironed and smelling like they had just come off the line!

My wee girl looks like a princess.

Parent Donations of clothes are always needed! Kids grow so fast that they often grow out of their clothes before they wear them out! Please wash and save any good condition second hand clothes for ages newborn to 10 years. New clothes are welcome too. There are various drop-off points around the Lothians, please contact us for details.

Gift Bags for Newborn Twins

Organise collections: if you can organise clothing collections at your work, school, fitness classes or social clubs we’d love to hear from you!

Volunteers – we need people to join our team for sorting, checking and ironing clothes. Become part of the Kids Love Clothes community!

Fundraising – we also need good old-fashioned fundraising to cover our overheads such as the storage facility rent and keeping the van on the road.

More Information To get in touch, or to find out more information about our drop-off locations, please visit:

Julie & Archie Collecting donations at Beavers

www.kidsloveclothes.co.uk www.facebook.com/KidsLoveClothes Contributor: Helen-Jane Shearer interviewed the founder and local volunteers of Kids Love Clothes for this feature.

Helen-Jane lives in West Lothian with her family and is the editor of Konect magazines.

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THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH

HEALTHY HEART Most of us have broken our “New Year Resolutions” to stop smoking, eat healthy, lose weight etc … but one thing we need to take seriously and change in our life is looking after is our heart.

Coronary Heart Disease is one of Scotland’s biggest killers and is affecting not only the over 60 s but young people too.

Don’t become a statistic, get motivated and have a healthy heart.

To start looking after your heart and preventing coronary heart disease you need to have a lifestyle change; this includes eating a healthy and well-balanced diet, exercising regularly and refraining from drinking heavily and smoking.

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Eating healthy involves a balanced diet with a variety of foods rich in different minerals, nutrients and vitamins, switch to wholegrain foods and reduce saturated fats. Regular cardio exercise is great for the keeping the heart fit and healthy, go for brisk walks, join the gym, start the couch to 5k challenge, sign up for a sponsored walk/run. Reduce your alcohol intake as drinking can cause high blood pressure. Stop smoking as smoking puts pressure on your organs and causes high blood pressure and changes heart rate. It is estimated that smoking contributes to 1 in 5 deaths resulting from heart disease.

You don’t have to do it alone; here are a few ways to get more information and help: nhs.uk/LiveWell/weight-loss-guide/Pages/weight-loss-guide.aspx nhs.uk/Livewell/c25k/Pages/couch-to-5k.aspx nhs.uk/smokefree Stop Smoking Helpline - 0300 123 1044 Life Coaching - www.happinessworks.co.uk Stay Healthy and Happy!

Thought for the Month is contributed by Tammy Wood of Happiness Works. Tammy lives in Kirknewton and has an interest in travelling and crafting. She is COSCA qualified and enjoys combining counselling and art. She runs the Art for the Heart workshop in Kirknewton. www.happinessworks.co.uk 52 | KONECT CALDERS

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“Letters of Note” compiled by Shaun Usher gave me the start for this month’s notes. The first letter in this fascinating collection - ranging from Crick’s letter explaining DNA to his schoolboy son to Elvis Presley to President Nixon - is from Queen Elizabeth II to Eisenhower sending him “her” recipe for drop scones.

We have a long tradition of making scones, flatbread, griddle cakes, farls, potato cakes and bannocks. The hissing as they cook gives the descriptive name of Northumberland’s contribution to the tradition, Singin’ Hinny. The fall-back for country people who grew their own grains and had to be sparing with their use of fuel, scones or oatcakes could be cooked on a griddle on the fire. They get the best from local low protein wheat, barley, oat or rye flours and don’t need yeast, kneading or long baking. They are nutritious, quick and easy to produce and make a meal with soup or stew. Scotland is justly proud of its contribution to the tradition, exporting oat cakes all over the world.

Scones are very widely claimed as local food all over Britain. But the fame of farmer’s wife Mrs MacNab of Ballater has lasted since the 19th century. Even Queen Victoria and her guests made a path to her door for scones of “perfect lightness”. Speed and lightness in handling are the secret.

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MASTER SCONE MIX From “Great British Bakes” by Mary Anne Boermans.

Doubled or tripled her standard dry scone mix can be frozen in bulk and used for small batches of fresh scones.

• • • • • •

225g plain flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 60g butter 30g sugar Milk, sour if you like

METHOD Sift the dry ingredients and add the butter; blitz in a food processor or rub to fine bread crumbs by hand. Tip into a large bowl and using a round-ended knife mix in the milk to a soft dough.

Turn out onto a floured surface and make into a round. Cut into 6 wedges. Brush with milk and bake 12 minutes or so, till coloured on top.

SWEET VARIATIONS • Orange and sultana: add 40g fruit and 15g candied peel • Lemon and Blueberry: 40g fresh blueberries+ 15g candied lemon peel • Date and walnut; 40g chopped dates + 15g chopped walnuts • Date and lemon: 40g dates + 15g candied lemon • Orange and cranberry: 40g dried or fresh cranberries + 15g candied orange • Ginger and lemon: 40g chopped crystallised ginger + 15g candied lemon • Apple and cinnamon: 50g chopped eating apple + 1 teaspoon dried cinnamon SAVOURY VARIATIONS Leave out the sugar. Add 40 or 50g of the main flavour, and 15-20g of the second.

Cheese and herb (1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, chive or fennel); Breakfast: chopped cooked sausage + red Leicester; Chorizo and Pesto; Cheese and Spring onion; Cheese and Apple; Bacon and Cheese; Peanut butter: crunchy peanut butter.

The monthly recipe 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.

THE QUEEN’S DROP SCONES • • • • • • •

4 teacups plain flour 4 tablespoons sugar 2 teacups milk 2 eggs 3 teaspoons cream of tartar 2 teaspoons bi-carb 50g butter, melted

METHOD Sift dry goods together. Beat eggs, sugar and about half the milk together. Add the liquid little by little to the flour. Use a bit more if the mixture seems very stiff. Fold in the melted butter.

Enough for 16! I halved the quantities and we had lots for seven, hungry, after a winter walk.

The Queen omitted how to cook the scones in her letter. But heat a heavy bottomed frying pan.

Butter or lightly oil the surface - it should smoke slightly. Drop tablespoonful of batter on to the pan and cook till bubbles show. With a palate knife, turn the pancakes and cook the other side. It might take a couple of times to get the temperature correct but don’t worry, the batter is very forgiving and traditional amounts of jam and butter will make a tea time feast.

Mrs macnabs scones • • • • • •

450g plain white flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 scant teaspoons cream of tartar 50g butter 1 egg, well beaten 300ml butter milk or sour milk ; use ½ teaspoon of lemon juice to “sour” fresh milk

METHOD Heat the oven to 220oC. Sift the dry ingredients twice. Rub in the butter (use food processor or hand blender). Stir in the egg then the milk. Stir till dough collects in one lump. Turn onto a floured surface and knead lightly and quickly till smooth.

Tear off small pieces and form into round shape.

DO NOT roll out. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes till just coloured. Split and eat with butter and jam - or whatever you prefer.

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USEFUL INFORMATION

WHAT’S ON

THEATRES

MONDAYS TO FRIDAYS IN MARCH

AFTERNOON TEA AT ALMOND VALLEY Plus, admission to heritage centre and farm is free.

A tasty, tempting, tiered array of sandwiches, savouries and cakes for the grown-ups, and a perfect miniature version for the kids. All very dainty. All very refined.

And when you book a high tea, you are admitted to Almond Valley absolutely FREE, and can take time to explore the site and meet the animals. Fives and unders can enjoy a camping adventure deep in the teddy bear woods; a warm, bear-infested corner the tearoom that will remain in place until the end of March. Bring along your own soft toy if you like - they eat for free....!

Afternoon tea must be booked and paid for in advance, £9.95/adult, £4.95/child, min two people. Please call 01506 414957 during office hours. Available between 2pm and 4pm, places are limited so book early.

HOWDEN PARK CENTRE has a busy programme of events including live music, dance, theatre, workshops and exhibitions.

See their website at www.howdenparkcentre.co.uk for complete up to date listing or contact the box office: 01506 777666

BATHGATE REGAL hosts an exciting programme of film ,music, theatre, comedy and children’s events. For upcoming events see website at www.bathgateregal.org for complete listing.

SATURDAY 18TH MARCH

WEST LOTHIAN HIGHLAND SOCIETY MONTHLY CEILIDH Strathbrock Community Centre, Broxburn 7.30-11.00pm. Band will be W.McFarlane’s Band.

Piper -Alvis Kerr with Junior Pipe Band.

Members - £6.00, Non-Members - £7.00 DAILY FROM SATURDAY 1ST APRIL TO MONDAY 17TH APRIL

EASTER EGGCITEMENT AT ALMOND VALLEY Throughout the Easter school break, the farm is alive with the cheeps and bleats of baby animals, who will be introduced to you at handling and encounter sessions. Grab your clue sheet, sharpen your pencil, and tear around the farm collecting clues on the springtime trail. Keep a look out for hidden eggs that might win you a prize. In the craft area you can make bonnets, masks and other springtime decorations.

There will be still further special attractions over the four days of Easter (14th to 17th April), including our famous plastic duck race along the mill lade.

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If you’re a 10-15 year old girl you’re perfect for our group. Our Guide group meets every week. Each week we do a new eaxciting activity, work towards badges, go on exciting trips.

You are welcome to come along Monday 7pm-8.45pm at Kirknewton Church Hall. We look forward to seeing you soon!

COMMUNITY

WE NEED YOUR IDEAS! East Calder Community Resources Association (ECCRA) manages the Community Centre here in East Calder and will take over the running of the New Partnership Centre when completed (hopefully August 2017).

We have purchased the old red telephone box on the Main Street from BT. We paid the princely sum of £1.00. The box and phone were being removed by BT because of the little use it has had over the last 3 years.

We plan to completely refurbish the box with all new safety glass and do a full “back to bare metal”restoration.

We hope to reposition the box across the road near the new Partnership Centre and provide a Public Access Defibrillator. There will be room in the box for any other ideas that you can come up with - information boards, local maps, book exchange etc.

We would welcome your comments and ideas!

EAST CALDER BOWLING CLUB 255 Main Street · East Calder · EH53 0EL Tel: 01506 497008 Emaill: info@ecbcnews.co.uk www.eastcalderbowlingclub.com

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LIBRARY INFORMATION East Calder Library Main Street, East Calder, EH53 0EJ T: 01506 883633 E: eastcalder.lib@westlothian.gov.uk OPENING TIMES: Mon & Fri 10am – 5pm, Tues 10am-3pm, Wed 11am-4pm, Thurs 12pm-7pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Please note Registration Services are now available by appointment only. Monday – 2.00 to 4.30. Wednesday – 11am-1pm. Friday – 2.00 to 4.30. Telephone 01506 883633.

Other facilities we offer are: free internet access, cheap printing facilities and free scanning. There are daily papers to read and magazines to browse in a warm safe environment.

Book bug sessions: Monday 14th November 10.30-11 & Saturday 26th November 10.30-11 with Scottish theme for book Week Scotland.

Adult book groups: Thursday 17th November 5.456.45 & Thursday 26thNovember 5.30-6.45 Local poet Colin Mitchell presenting his new book of poems as part of Book Week Scotland Junior Craft Table: Friday 25th November 2-4pm.

Pumpherston Library Drumshoreland Road, Pumpherston, EH53 0LF T: 01506 280996 E: pumpherston.lib@westlothian.gov.uk OPENING TIMES: Monday – 14.00 to 17.00.

Wednesday – 14.30 to 16.30. Thursday – 14.00 to 18.00 West Calder Library & Customer Information Service West Calder Library and Customer Information Services are temporarily relocated at 24-26 Main Street, West Calder. T: 01506 771630.

OPENING TIMES: Monday – 10.00 to 16.00. Tuesday – 10.00 to 19.00. Wednesday – 11.00 to 16.00.

Thursday – 11.00 to 18.00. Friday – 10.00 to 15.00.

Saturday – 10.00 to 13.00. CIS enquiry desk closed each day 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm.

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CLUBS & CLASSES

SPORTS, HOBBIES, LEARNING, SUPPORT GROUPS & MORE...

Firefly Arts

Firefly Arts provide fun and friendly theatre, film and drama workshops for children and young people (5 to 25 years) in venues across West Lothian. Call 08447 744496 or email admin@firefly-arts.co.uk for more information on our current programme. Firefly Arts Ltd, Howden Park Centre, Livingston, EH54 6AE. www.firefly-arts.co.uk

Lothian Running Club We welcome runners of any standard. We believe that running clubs are not just for the elite (although we will let fast people join too). Suitable for all ages and we have a junior section from age 6. Training sessions in/around Livingston, meet at Inveralmond High, Craigswood Sports Centre and Dechmont Law car park. For more info see website www.lothianrunningclub. co.uk.

West Lothian Clarion Cycling club – our aim is to help cyclists plan and reach their own goals through training with, and seeking advice and support from fellow club members. Weekly club runs leave from Linlithgow Leisure Centre and East Calder Sports Centre.

See www.westlothianclarion.co.uk or email secretary@ westlothianclarion.co.uk

West Lothian Baking Club We meet approximately every 6th Wednesday 7:30 – 9:30pm in Dechmont Hall to talk about all things baking related. No requirement to be the next Mary Berry! £2 per meeting. Email wlbakingclub@yahoo.co.uk or find us on facebook.

West Lothian Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Classes in South Church Hall, Uphall Starting on Thurs 17th Sept 7.30 to 9.30pm. 10 weeks through to the 19th Nov, then starting the 7th January through to 10th Mar 2016. £3 per week. Teacher Mrs Margaret McGregor. Dancing for fun & fitness, any new beginners very welcome. For more info contact Sandra Cheyne, tel 01506 430600 email sdcheyne77@ yahoo.com.

West Lothian Gymnastics

Craigwillow Centre, Craigshill, Livingston Pre school classes for boys and girls, learn gymnastics in a fun and dedicated full time gymnastics facility. Classes lead by fully qualified coaches and morning, afternoon and weekend classes available for children 18 months 3 years and 35 years with direct progression to recreational pathway age 5 without waiting list.

First class free, please contact westlothiangymnastics@gmail. com.

EAST CALDER Ante-natal Yoga - Yamma Mamma

Prepare for your Baby with Yoga birth preparation and fitness.

Sunday morning 10am to 11.30am. For more details please contact Ruth on 07767 777044 or ruth@sukha.co.uk

Forget-Me-Not Café

East Calder Church Hall, Manse Court. Last Thursday of the month, 10am – 12pm. A meeting place for people with dementia and their carers of all ages. Drop in and join us for information, support and social activities. Supported by Alzheimer Scotland and East Calder Church. For more information please phone 01506 533 116.

East Calder Bowling Club

Bingo every Sun and Wed 8pm– 9.30pm. Junior coaching (10 to 16 years old) every friday 2pm – 4pm. We can also coach adults, free, so come along and give it a try. Hats every Mon 6-30pm.

See club website at www.eastcalderbowlingclub.com. Members can find details here of competitions, play by dates and club news.

East Calder Jog Scotland Group

Meet every Tuesday at East Calder Health centre car park at 7pm. All abilities welcome, a social way to get fit, make friends and enjoy local countryside. Contact Dawn on 01506 883330 or 07806 772935 for more details.

Yoga for Everyone

East Calder Community Centre. Wed 7.00pm – 8.30pm For further info contact Ruth Plevin: 01506204338 or ruth@sukha. co.uk

East Calder Colts FC

East Calder Park. Soccer school every Friday night and teams for all ages groups please check website for details http://www. eastcalderfc.co.uk/

East Calder Old Folks Club

East Calder Community Centre. Last Thursday of the month, September to April 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Pensioners and nonpensioners welcome. Contact Carol Anne Murray (Secretary).

East Calder Ladies’ Circle

East Calder Community Centre. Second Thursday of the month, September to May at 1-3pm. Secretary: Mrs E Bennett, 73 Mansefield, East Calder, West Lothian EH53 0JE.

East Calder Youth Club

East Calder Community Centre. Fri 6.15pm - 8.45pm. Ages 10 to 14 yrs. Cooking, football, baseball and other outdoor sports, pool, video games, board games and arts/crafts. Contact Gary Sneddon 01506 774473.

New Mums Group

This group is for new mums of any age. East Calder Community Centre. Mon 11.00am – 12.30pm. Free. Contact health visitor via health centre for further details 01506 880582

Breast Feeding Support Group

East Calder Church Hall. Wednesday 11.30 am – 12.30 pm.

Contact Health Visitors via Health Centre for further details 01506 880582

Bingo

Pigeon Club, East Calder. Sun 8.00 - 10.00 All welcome

Boys Brigade

East Calder Church Hall. Anchors (age 5 - 8) Fridays 6.30 - 7.30pm.

Juniors (age 8 - 11) Fridays 6.45 - 8.15pm. Company Section (age 11-18). Fridays 7.30 - 9.45pm. Call Jean Gilchrist 01506 880367

East Calder Playgroup

Now located in East Calder Community Centre. Mon-Fri 9am11am from 2 years. For the best introduction to your child’s education - lots of fun to be had! £5 per session. Contact Carol on 07748 053340.

Rainbows, Brownies and Guides

East Calder Church Hall, Main Street. Rainbows: East Calder Church Hall, Mon 6.30-7.30pm & Wed 6.15-7.15 Brownies: Kirknewton Church Hall Tues 6.30pm-8pm. Brownies contact Gillian Maben 01506 880640 or Sally buchanan.sally@ btinternet.com Guides: Kirknewton Church Hall Mon 7pm-9pm and East Calder Church Hall Wed 7.30-9pm. Guides contact Fiona Wilson 07595 679117 fionamhwilson@sky.com.

Toddler Clinic

East Calder Health Centre. 1st Tues every month. Drop in for advice & support 1.30–3.30pm.

East Calder Scout Group

Scout Hall, Calderhall Terrace. Beavers Mon 6.15 - 7.15pm (boys 6 - 8 yrs). Cubs Mon 7.30 - 9.00pm (boys 8 - 10 yrs). Scouts Tues 7.15 - 9.00pm (boys 10 - 14 yrs). Contact Jack Galloway on 077907 93889. eastcalderscouts.org.uk

East Calder Needlecraft Club We are a group of ladies who would like to invite you to our weakly Thursday meetings, between 7 and 9.30 pm in the Community Centre. We enjoy a range of needlecrafts including cross stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, sewing. Friendly tuition given. Our members range in age from 18 to 80. Outings include a trip to Hobby Craft in Glasgow, S.E.C.C. Also away day trips - something to please everyone. Tea and biscuits provided.

Please contact 01506 882427 for more information.

East Calder Old Tyme Dance Club

East Calder Community Centre We meet Tuesday afternoons from 1 pm to 3 pm, and dance to live music from Iain MacPhail, accordionist. Beginners/learners are very welcome to join us in this very friendly club.

Slimming World

Pigeon Club, Oakbank Road, East Calder Tuesdays at 3.30pm, 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Wednesdays at 9.30am and 11.30am. Contact Sue on 07803 520781 for more information.

West Lothian Eagles – Aussie Rules Football We have just started and are looking for new players, of all shapes and sizes, beginners especially for free training sessions.

Get fit, have a laugh, make new friends and play a new sport.

We train mainly in East Calder football pitch on the Main St. on Monday evenings at 7.15pm but we also train on various other places throughout West Lothian.

Check the facebook page for details. www.facebook.com/wleaglesarfc/

KIRKNEWTON Mini & Me Music Group

The Green Room Thursdays 2pm-2.45pm. Songs, stories and rhymes just for the little ones. Meet other mums & make new friends. Contact Amanda on 07814 055499.

Kirknewton Youth Group

Village hall or Green Room. Fridays 6-8pm. For P7+. Please Contact Jennifer at jenniferkirknewton@gmail.com

Kirknewton Starlets

Kirknewton Primary School. Babies class up to age 8 Thurs 5.30 - 6.30pm. Junior/senior class Thurs 6.15 - 8.00pm. For info contact Trisha on email t.ewing@btinternet.com

Kosy Kaff

Kirknewton Village Hall. Fridays 4pm – 5pm term time. Free home baking, hot chocolate, games and activities for primary school aged children. See www.knec4jesus.org.uk for more information.

Pilates Classes

Kirknewton Village Hall: Tuesdays 6.45pm to 7.35pm (Improvers and Intermediates); Thursdays 9.10am to 10.00am (Intermediates) and 10.10am to 11.00am (Beginners and Improvers). Balerno Scouts Hall: Tuesdays 9.10am to 10.00am (mixed). For more details contact elise@ekpilates.co.uk. You’ll also find me on facebook.com/ekpilates.

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Kirknewton Rainbows and Brownies

Kirknewton Village Hall. Rainbows Wed 5pm-6.15pm; Brownies Wed 6.30pm-8pm. Contact Gill on 01506 883261 or gillww@hotmail.com

Bay and Toddler Group

Kirknewton Church Hall. Parents/carers with tots aged 0-3 yrs, friendly group with play, stories and craft for the children and meet up and chat for the parents. Thurs 9.3011.30am.

Physio Pilates Classes

Modified Pilates taught by a Chartered Physiotherapist.

Kirknewton Village Hall. Tuesdays 6.45pm and 7.45pm suitable for beginners or improvers. Spaces are limited so for more information or to book contact Dianne on 07795466464. diannemackenzie1@gmail.com. Facebook: Physio Pilates Classes.

MID CALDER 5th West Lothian Mid Calder Cub Group

Mid Calder Institute Hall. Thursdays 7.20 to 8.30. New cubs welcome. Aged betweem 8 – 10 years. Please contact Vroni on 07900 907297.

Mid Calder School of Dance

Mid Calder Institute Hall. Highland, Disco Tues 6.00pm - 7.00pm and Fri 6.00pm - 9.00pm. Various ages. Contact Heather 01501733054.

Myra Mackie School of Dance

Meet at Kirknewton Park every Monday at 19.30

Classes in Livingston, Uphall Station, Mid Calder and Broxburn.

Please see our website for full timetable and venues. Children from 2 years to adult.www.myramackieschoolofdance.co.uk incorporating our competitive cheer division the Scottish Starlets.

Hatton Sports Club

Star Harmonies

Kirknewton Runners

Tennis and squash. Burnwynd, Kirknewton. Social and competitive play. LTA-qualified tennis coaches. Contact Carol Blamire 01506 880208

Kirknewton Stompers

Walking group, meeting at Kirknewton Park entrance on Park Terrace. Every Wed 7.30pm. Join the group on the community facebook page where people post details of the walk, or any other time they are walking.

Simply Play

Kaspars Out of School Care for Kirknewton. Kirknewton Primary School. Mon – Thu 3.15-6.00pm, Fri 12.30 – 6.00. Call 07871 791000

Kirknewton Women’s Institute

Come and join us for a friendly evening of craft, demonstrations and fun. 2nd Thursday of each month, 7.15pm in Kirknewton Church Hall.

Potter Around

Arts and Crafts Studio at Overton Farm, Kirknewton, EH27 8DD. Pottery Painting, Potter’s Wheel, Decopatch, Jewellery Making, Oil Painting, Knitting and Crochet, Workshops and Kids Clubs, Parties. Open 7 days: Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 10am – 5pm; Wed 10am – 9pm (if closed after 5pm please call 07815075387 for information); Thurs 10.15am–5pm; Sun 11am-4pm. For more information call 01506 238961, email chat@potteraround.co.uk, see www.potteraround.co.uk & facebook.com/potteraround.

Kirknewton Play Group

Kirknewton Village Hall. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9.15am to 11.30am. Ages 2 to 4 1/2 years. £5 per session. Call in and see us during session times or email kirknewtonplaygroup@yahoo.com

Musical Theatre School. Mid Calder Institue Hall.Tuesdays 10-3011am- Baby Starz; 11-15-11-45am- Little Starz. Other classes in Polbeth. Black Bull Inn Thursdays 6:10-7:10pm Liv’n Harmoneez Kids/Teenz Choir; 7:30-9:30pm The Liv’n Harmony Singers adult choir. Contact 07545 178310 for more information. See www. starharmonies.co.uk email: starharmonies.musicworkshops@ gmail.com

West Lothian Women’s Cycle Club

Meet every Thursday at Mid Calder Primary School Car Park at 6pm. Get on your bike! All abilities welcome, should have own bike and kit. A great way to get fit, have fun and meet new friends around the local area. Contact Elizabeth Logan on 07515 161 307.

Welcome Café

Glenalmond Hall. Every Tuesday 10am-12noon. This is a Fair Trade Café all proceeds of which to the Vine Trust in Peru. Do come along and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and some home baking with friends.

Mid Calder Camera Club

Institute Hall, Market Street. Wed 7:30pm – 9:45pm. All levels of photographers are welcome. For more information, visit www. mccc.org.uk or call Steve Collier at 01506 881398 or Gordon Scott at 01506 882616.

Mid Calder Colts FC

Teams covering all ages, playing soccer 7s, 11-a-side and also a soccer school. For more information see the Colts’ website www.mid-calder-colts.org. Contact Carole 883934. Contact@ mid-calder-colts.org.

Mid Calder Baby & Toddler Group

Celtic Stepz

Institute Hall, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am-11am. £1 per baby / £1.50 per toddler per session, all welcome. Please email midcalderbabygroup@gmail.com for more details.

Book Bugs

Rainbows Wed night, Brownies Tues night, Guides Mon and Wed nights. To register please go to the Girl Guiding website, Parent’s sections.

Access 2 Employment Job Club

Masonic Hall. Wednesday evening class 7.30 -9pm. Contact Linda Bibby 01506 884115. www.wholebodybalance.co.uk

Kirknewton Village Hall. Adult dance class to encourage adults back into dance and raise money for good causes. Wednesdays 8.15-9.30pm. Contact Cathy on 01506 881674 Kirknewton Green Room. Songs and stories for toddlers, 11.30pm – 12 noon Kirknewton Village Hall. Adult dance class to encourage adults back into dance and raise money for good causes. Wednesdays 8.15-9.30pm. Contact Cathy on 01506 881674

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Yoga Classes Folk Club

The MidCalder Inn, Mid Calder. Meets every third Tuesday of the month 8pm at the “Tap Shop”.

Choral Highlights Ladies’ Choir We would like to invite all ladies with a love for singing and music to come and join us. You don’t have to be able to read music. We are a well established three part choir and have a membership of around 20 ladies. We sing a wide variety of songs including music from films and shows, spiritual, traditional and pop music. We hold two concerts annually, one before Christmas and one in the summer accompanied by West Calder Brass Band. We also sing at venues across the region on request. The choir practices in Kirk of Calder on Wednesdays 7.30 - 8.45pm. New members are always most welcome to join.

Contact John Rankine - 01506 880029.

POLBETH Star Harmonies

Musical Theatre School Polbeth Harwood Church. Mondays: Drama: 6-6-40pm- P1-3; 6-45-7-25pm- P4-7; 7-30-8-10pm- S1+.

DANCE: 6-6-30pm- Nursery-P2; 6-30-7-30pm-S1+; 7-30-8-10pmP3-P7. Tuesdays: 3-15-3-45pm- Baby Starz; 3-50-4-20pm- Little Starz; 4-20-5pm- Little Harmoneez. Other classes in Mid Calder. Contact 07545 178310 for more information. See www starharmonies.co.uk email: starharmonies.musicworkshops@ gmail.com

Polbeth W.R.I.

1st Wednesday of the month at 7pm. Come along for an interesting programme of talks and demonstrations. New members always welcome. Further info on 01506 435708.

PUMPHERSTON Pumpherston United FC

Four groups, including a soccer school for 5-12 yrs (Thur 6.00pm - 7.30pm); 1998 age group (Tuesdays); 1997 age group (Mon and Wed) and 1995 age group (Mon and Wed). Training at Pumpherston Recreation Park. For more information, please email feedback@pumpherston-united.co.uk

Uphall Station Creative Play

CHURCHES West Kirk of Calder & Polbeth Harwood Church

West Kirk of Calder Service 9.45am every Sunday; Polbeth Harwood Church Service 11.15am every Sunday. Minister: Rev Dr Jonanda Groenewald, 3 Johnsburn Road, Balerno, EH14 7DN. Tel 0131-261-7977

Kirknewton and East Calder Church Kirknewton Services 9:45 in the Kirknewton Kirk, Station Rd. East Calder Services 11:15 in the East Calder Church, Main St. Sunday School available. Website www.knec4jesus.org.uk

Mid Calder

Services 10.30 every Sunday in the Kirk of Calder, Main St, Mid Calder. Sunday School and crèche available. Pumpherston services - The Kirk of Calder also holds fortnightly services on Wednesday mornings at 10:15 at the Pumpherston Institute Hall.

The website www.kirkofcalder.com has full details of current activities/services.

St Theresa’s Catholic Church Masses - 11.30AM every Sunday. 9am every Monday and Friday.

6pm every Wednesday. Confessions - After Mass on Sundays, or on request. www.livingstoncatholicparishes.co.uk; 01506 880918 frpaul@livingstoncatholicparishes.co.uk.

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SOLUTION TO FEBRUARY CROSSWORD

Meets in Uphall Station Institute Hall. Tues 1-3pm and Thurs 9.30-11.15am. Parents/carers of babies/toddlers age 0-5 very welcome. Supported by SureStart. Different play activities every week.

The Look Group

Outdoors activities in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park for ages 8-12. Meeting at Visitor Centre 10.30 - 12.00 Saturdays - not every Sat, check programme with the Rangers on 01506 882254.

WEST CALDER West Lothian Fibromyalgia Support Group

Meets on the third Sunday of the month 1.30pm – 3.30pm, at West Calder Community Centre. New members always warmly welcomed. Join us for support, information, friendship, talks and outings. There is no group meet in July, August or December. See sites.google.com/site/wlfibromyalgia or call Sheila on 0844 887 2388 for more information.

18th West Lothian Scout Group

West Kirk Hall, West Calder. Beavers Mon 6-7pm. Cubs Wed 6.16-7.30pm Scouts Thurs 6.30-8pm. Girls and boys 10.5 - 14 yrs.

Contact Jean Walkinshaw 01506 873638.

West Calder Walking Group

Every Thurs at 12.30. Meet outside the Co-op, West Calder Main Street. Walk approx 1 hr then coffee/tea stop to finish. Call 01506 871773 for more info.

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