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Whether your garden is large or small, this is the time of year to really enjoy it. A beautiful garden can mean a lot of work and we've got a column on what needs to be done in the garden this month – but also some pictures of local gardens, some of which are very low maintenance and equally enjoyable.The What's On section in this issue is a special summer holidays activties guide for families. All our regular columns are here – local walk, music review, property matters and the Stone Ring column.

Congratulations to Sarah McCrossan who won the Tesco Bathgate competition last month. The competition is on again this month so you have another chance, the prize is a £20 voucher again plus a disposable bbq – for those hopefully warm evenings - see page 45. Remember if you're involved in a community group or not-for-profit club locally, details can be listed free of charge in the back of Konect! See page 45 for details.

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Front cover photo: Summer floral displays in Bathgate, courtesy of Enterprising Bathgate's “Bathgate in Bloom” initiative.

Contents Features Hammer-throwers head to the Games 8 Summer Gardens 14 Spotlight on Cleanleeness 38 Regulars Music Review.

18 Stone Ring column 26 Walk column 30 Property Matters 32 Recipe 21 Technology 38 Charity of the Month 40 Competitions and Puzzles Crossword 40 Sudoku 40 Tesco prize draw 45 Community Fairtrade Bathgate 36 What's on 42 Useful Information 42 Clubs & Classes 44 Index of Advertisers 46

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Hammer throwing couple head to the Games Karen Murray catches up with local athletes heading to the Commonwealth Games

West Lothian’s very own hammer throwing couple Susan McKelvie and Andy Short have had their place at the Commonwealth Games in the bag since last year, but as the Opening Ceremony of the Games draws nearer their excitement is mounting. I spoke to the pair who live in Broxburn – grabbing them individually between work and training in a spare moment – to get a little insight into them, their sport and their hopes.

Susan is a local girl who began her love of hammer throwing by joining the local athletics club at Craigswood Sports Centre in Livingston. “I started out running at the age of nine, but then moved through all the different disciplines until at 15 I got to the stone throwing ones.” However, at 5’3”, Susan was considered too short for shot put and discus and decided to give hammer throwing a go. She was a natural and went from strength to strength moving around the country to train and hone her discipline.

She is also short for hammer throwing but has not let her stature hinder her, throwing a personal best of 65.03m. I asked if that would give her a medal at the Games and she said she’s hoping to throw 66m+ on the day. “At the last Games 64m got a silver so I am quietly confident that I can get a medal. I definitely want to be top five, a medal would be great and naturally if I could get the gold I would be over the moon,” laughs Susan.

Regarding training, it is obviously difficult trying to juggle work and training but as a PE teacher with Falkirk Council, Susan does get the long holidays which helps and has understanding bosses who ensure she gets time to train.

In fact Susan and Andy have a rather unusual training spot. While they use the more traditional venues of Craigswood Sports Centre – five minutes from their house – and Heriot Watt for weightlifting practice, they have a special place they go to get away from it all.

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A grassy space between Edinburgh Airport and Turnhouse Golf Course, it has no turning circle or safety nets and no way of marking the distance thrown, but no one bothers them and they have worked on their hammer throwing techniques here for several years.

Andy Short, Susan’s partner and fellow hammer thrower, loves training on this bit of land. Unlike Susan who is representing Scotland at her first

Commonwealth Games, Andy has made two previous Games. From the Isle of Wight, Andy threw for England at the 2006 Games but after relocating to Scotland by the 2010 Delhi Games he was throwing for Scotland.

He is the current British Champion with a personal best of just short of 73m. “It was a strange feeling throwing at the Delhi Games when Susan has just missed out on qualifying,” he told me, adding that he is over the moon that they are both representing Scotland together at the Home Games. “I just missed out on a medal at Delhi and am determined to get one this time around.”

Both Susan and Andy were coached for many years by the same coach –Alan Bertram MBE. He inspired the pair to be at the top of their game and it was a devastating blow to them when he passed away last year. “It was his wish that we be trained by Lorraine Shaw who is based in Gloucestershire,” explained Susan.

That means pre-Commonwealth Games training down in England for the pair but they have understanding employers and are taking all the holiday time they can. Lorraine was coached by Bertram to Commonwealth gold at the Manchester Games in 2002 and she and Susan have been friends since childhood so she is perfect coach.

As a PE teacher, Susan has been encouraged and supported by her pupils all the way and knows that many of them will be in the stands at Hampden watching her and Andy throw. Naturally there will be many friends and family from West Lothian in the crowd too. “Being in front of a home crowd will be amazing,” she states and Andy adds that he is sure the home crowd will give them an advantage.

“I can’t imagine what it is going to be like but I can’t wait to find out,” Susan added.

Hammer throwing might be a solitary sport but as with any athletic discipline, there is always help behind the scenes. “We can’t get to where we are all alone,” states Susan, giving her thanks to Bruce Robb who helps the pair with weightlifting and Michael Smith of Personal Best, Armadale, who does their sports massage.

On the day however, it will be just Susan and Andy out there in the throwing circle and we wish them all the best of luck. Bring home the medals guys!

How does hammer throwing work?

Athletes throw a metal ball (16lb/7.26kg for men, 4kg for women) for distance that’s attached to a grip by a steel wire no longer than 1.22m while remaining inside a 7-ft (2.135m) diameter circle.

In order for the throw to be measured the ball must land inside a marked 35-degree sector and the athlete must not leave the circle before it has landed.

The thrower usually makes three or four spins before releasing the ball. Athletes will commonly throw four or six times per competition.

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As July is also holiday time it's difficult for a dedicated gardener to drag themselves away because there is a lot of work to be done now. The first task is to keep plants happy in what we hope will be warm, dry weather. Remember wind can do as much harm to container plants as lack of rain.

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by James Kerr At time of writing the country has been shocked by the sudden death of Rik Mayall, so as kind of a sideways tribute this month we will having a look at the bands which appeared throughout the groundbreaking first series of "The Young Ones" in 1982, and comparing their fortunes.

Each band appeared in situ in the living room set, or in a specially filmed video sequence in context of that weeks script rather than by way of official promotional video, making the appearances unique.

The first band to appear was rhythm and blues band Nine Below Zero with "11+11" from well received third album "Third Degree. Despite teetering on the brink of mainstream pop success, the band split

The big guns came out for episodes three and four with Madness performing "House Of Fun" and Dexy's Midnight Runners playing "Jackie Wilson Says" whilst Kevin Rowland convincingly wore what looked like a torn sack. Finally, post punk funksters Rip Rig and Panic burnt through "You're My Kind Of Panic".

Having recently shed original singer Neneh Cherry, this clip features her replacement Andrea Oliver. Hip TV exposure was either no help or a step too far, as the band split up for good in 1983.

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The Stone Ring Reiki and Crystal Healing

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Garnet is a stone of health.

It is believed to extract negative energy from the chakras and transmute the energy into a beneficial state. Garnet has been used by many cultures as a sacred stone. This stone’s energy works very quickly helping you to change your world by producing an expansive awareness and manifestation.

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It also helps to bring the creative powers to the stage of implementation. It allows recognition of ones responsibilities with respect to personal freedom and patience.

Garnet is viewed by many as the stone of commitment. Bringing a loving power and the attributes of devotion to express warmth and understanding.

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Soft Tissue Injury Management

by Michael Smith, Personal Best, Armadale

Soft tissue injuries are painful. It often seems difficult to move without aggravating it.

Rehabilitating an injury is about understanding the injury and how you can build range of motion and strength without aggravating it.

In the acute injury phase (when it’s swollen and undergoing the inflammation response) we need to rest. This is a key time to allow the body to heal.

What happens if you rest long term? If we decide to completely rest an injury after the acute injury period then we start to lose muscle mass.

The area gets weaker. We also lose flexibility around that area. It gets tight. So long term rest eventually leaves us with a weaker area with greater tension that is even more likely to become injured again.

So how do we stop it? We need to get active about rehabilitation. We have to listen to our bodies. It’s not about pushing through pain.

It’s about understanding the pain and making progress without aggravating the injury or increasing pain.

Step 1 - First we need to regain the range of motion within the soft tissues. Be realistic and aim to improve flexibility towards your abilities before becoming injured. Don’t force the stretch the goal is to relax and lengthen the muscle.

Step 2 - When we have good range and flexibility we need to look at strengthening the area. Strength helps protect us from further injury. Start off with lighter/ controlled movements and progress as your body heals.

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Local Walk

A Walk in the Park

by Karen Murray

West Lothian is blessed with many green areas from wild life reserves to parks. I have strolled through many of these parks – some wilder than others. Polkemmet Country Park is one of the more organised parks incorporating a golf course, play park and of course the fabulous Owl Centre.

I have only recently discovered however, that the art installation one can see from the M8 known as The Horn is also within the grounds of the park. This little nugget of information encouraged me to make a visit to the park and see if I could find the pathways to the Horn.

There are several waymarked paths in the park and to help you find a route, and there are leaflets in the visitor centre. The route to the Horn is of course not the only one – you can wander all over the park on different paths, some muddier than others so you might need sturdy shoes.

The park is really an idyllic little spot in the middle of the Central Belt with the River Almond tumbling

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over rocks, pine trees and shrubs along the bank, swathes of bluebells (at the time of my visit), birdsong abounding and a sense of tranquillity.

It is also pretty quick to get to since the new exit of the M8 was built at Hartlands. Follow the brown signs from the junction. Once parked, if you are off to see the Horn you follow the blue route signs from the Visitor Centre. Pass in front of a bowling green, and just after it, leave the track you had been following to take a grass path down to the River Almond.

Here, you go left, downstream. On reaching a wooden bridge, don't cross it but carry straight on, along a track by the river. Pass another bridge, next to a golf hole, and follow the track round to the left to reach the Horn.

You can make the route a circular one but returning to the bridge by the golf hole, crossing over and taking the path to the right. On reaching a marker post, go left to follow the river to a bridge – which

The Horn Part of the M8 Art Project, devised by Art in Partnership in 1992 to radically transform the motorway through the creation of a series of major artworks, the 80 foot high ‘Horn’ by Matthew Dalziel and Louise Scullion transmits recorded music, poetry and prose.

I have to say that I didn’t actually hear any music and I’m not sure how that music would enhance one’s travels along the M8 in a vehicle but it is nonetheless an interesting piece of art to take a walk to. you cross then head back along the track to the Visitor Centre. Follow the track taken at the start, back to the Visitor Centre.

If you are with a bunch of kids, it is then probably time to head for the play park or the Owl Centre.

However, there are plenty more paths to follow and if you have the time, it is well worth just meandering through the varied vegetation and wider green spaces enjoying the foliage and whatever flowers are in season as well as the fauna. You are sure to spot birds, squirrels and depending on the time of day you are walking, you may even spy deer.

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Women Take Over the Garden Shed

By Craig Turpie The once-humble garden shed is currently enjoying a revival – but in unexpected ways.

Higher property values mean that space inevitably continues to attract a premium, and imaginative householders are cashing in on this by maximising every square inch of space.

Property-related TV programmes have inspired people into considering what can be done with minimal space and the once male-dominated garden shed is no longer simply used for storing lawn mowers, tricycles, gardens chairs and creosote.

Today’s sheds are as likely to be used by women as their sanctuary in a frantic world.

The quiet privacy of the garden shed now hosts meditation rooms, yoga studios, gyms, aromatherapy and other holistic treatment rooms, music areas, offices, and hot-tub spas.

Household spend in arts and craft materials has more than doubled in a decade which may account for the increase in the number of sheds also being

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used as painting, pottery and other craft studios.

Higher property values have also put pressure on people to earn more, and as increasing numbers of homeowners look for other ways of supplementing their income, the garden shed provides an instant venue for all kinds of entrepreneurial activity.

JC Bamford (JCB), James Dyson (vacuum cleaners) and Trevor Bayliss (wind-up radios) all started their empires in their garden shed!

1.5million garden sheds were sold last year and they are now regarded as a must-have accessory.

With costs in the hundreds rather than thousands, a shed is a very affordable alternative to an extension, and planning permission and building regulation approval are seldom required!

So when the time comes to think about selling – you might just like to venture into the garden and consider what can be done with your shed that could add as much as 5% to the value of your home!

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Local Life

Fairtrade Bathgate Last month we celebrated John Newland's Day in Bathgate – John Newland was a landowner and slave owner in Jamaica in the mid to late 1700s. There, he accumulated a great fortune through dealing in sugar and slaves. He generously bequeathed money to be used in building a school in Bathgate (his native town) and this gift is celebrated each year by the Bathgate Procession on Newland's Day. Nowadays, many people would see this way of becoming rich as oppression, and have come to realise that we need fair trade in which everyone, from start to finish of the supply chain, is treated fairly.

The purpose of fair trade is to put an end to exploitation and to give people a living wage. To help the poor, it is better to give them the dignity of selling what their hands have grown as crops or made as crafts rather than just dishing out money to them through charity or government aid.

Bathgate has been a Fairtrade town since July 2011 after people who share the vision for Fairtrade began meeting together to try and raise awareness of the need for trade to be fair. West Lothian became a Fairtrade zone shortly after that. In order for Bathgate to become a Fairtrade town, West Lothian Council had to support the plan by using Fairtrade products in all council buildings and by passing a resolution supporting Fairtrade. A Fairtrade steering group was set up to promote Fairtrade in the community. It is this group which approaches local businesses and community groups to urge them to switch to Fairtrade products. This group would like to increase public demand by making known the reasons why Fairtrade is right and proper, just and fair.

Once people understand that Fairtrade prices are reasonable and it is the cheap prices which are actually exploitation, we hope they will begin to choose more and more of the Fairtrade products making the world a better place.

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(L-R) Gillian Reid, Secretary Bathgate Fairtrade Town Steering Group; Councillor Harry Cartmill; Anisia, Meru Herbs.

Our supermarkets and corner shops sell Fairtrade but, if you could ask for more, the range of items could increase.

Nurseries and schools teach their pupils about Fairtrade so children recognise the logo and understand the principles. Churches and businesses use tea and coffee.

We recently hosted the visit of Anisia, a Fair Trade producer from Kenya (www.meruherbs.com), to the Partnership Centre. She spoke passionately about the difference Fairtrade makes to her community. In thanking JTS (Just Trading Scotland) for her time here she said “I am glad that we were able to work together as a team and market the products of MERU herbs. We deal with herbal teas, jams and sauces … Just Trading Scotland is trying to empower Meru Herbs by buying and marketing our products.”

The Fairtrade premium and the fair wage paid generally allows communities to dig wells, build classrooms, have health and midwifery care, provide sanitation and opens up markets which would otherwise be unavailable.

Want to be involved? - Email the secretary, Gillian Reid on mrs_g@btinternet.com or phone 01506 653366.

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• Choose to buy Fairtrade products • Tell others about Fairtrade local businesses to stock/use some • Ask of the over 7,000 Fairtrade products available

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Spotlight on

Cleanleeness “Some people think that cleaning is easy. But if you're doing it properly, it's not easy - it's hard work!”

Lee Raby runs Cleanleeness, the domestic cleaning company he set up around two years ago. It all started when his gran became sick and he started doing her cleaning for her because she could no longer manage.

He got on well and soon started cleaning for other people in his and his family's network. In a very short time, he was enlisting the help of family members and close friends … and employing them in his new cleaning business!

He pulled out of the photography course that he had started in order run his business full time, and has never looked back. “I think customers appreciate the fact that we're a family business, and they get the same cleaner each time so they can build up a relationship with them. The cleaner gets to know their particular wants and needs,” he explains.

“We're not a faceless agency which sends out a random cleaner each time. Customers have the telephone number of their cleaner, so can contact them directly to make changes or requests.”

All the Cleanleeness cleaners so far are from within Lee's circle of close friends and family – in other words, people he knows really well and knows they will do the work to the right standard and put in the extra effort for the sake of the family business.

And as his business is growing rapidly from

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recommendations and referrals, they must be doing something right. Is he soon going to run out of family and friends to employ? “Yes, I think so!” he laughs.

“And when that time comes I'll have to think very carefully about who else I take on.”

When you contact Cleanleeness, Lee arranges an initial visit to see what you want done – and to show you the company's appropriate insurance and police check documentation (all staff are police-checked).

They have a “set menu” of jobs they will do on a weekly or fortnightly basis, or you can give them a check-list of things you want done. Lee likes to talk through what you need and take note of any special requests.

For example, he explains to me that one customer likes them to use a different brand of cleaning product as he is sensitive to the smell of the one they usually use; another customer has a special schedule arranged as he is “de-junking” his house room by room and getting a deep clean in each one.

It's a big part of the job satisfaction for Lee to be able to deliver exactly the service required.

The bulk of their work though is the regular weekly or fortnightly visits, including dusting all surfaces, cleaning the windows on rotation, vacuuming and mopping, cleaning the bathrooms, kitchen surfaces and cupboard fronts.

“We work fast, efficiently … and thoroughly. We don't cut corners. We've had a situation where a customer questioned that we needed 2 hours to do a job that the previous cleaner had done in 1.5 hours – but it became clear very quickly that the previous cleaner had not actually been doing everything properly.”

Cleanleeness is your local domestic cleaning service.

We supply all products, are fully insured and we are not an agency.

Cleanleenes provides you with the same vetted cleaner every week. We base the clean around your needs and requirments and will work with you to plan this.

For more information visit: www.cleanleeness.com or contact us at:

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info@cleanleeness.com Since starting out Lee has got through various different brands of cleaning products, mops, vacuum cleaners, all to optimise the quality and efficiency of the work they do. (They have settled on Dyson cleaners as being the most effective for carpets).

It's not just about turning up and rushing through the job, it's about getting it right in every detail. And the day doesn't end for Lee after the last cleaning job; all the cloths and dusters have to be washed and dried, vacuum cleaners emptied and checked over, paperwork and banking to do.

"It's not just about turning up and rushing through the job, it's about getting it right in every detail."

“But I wouldn't have it any other way now,” he says.

“I like things to be clean and I get a lot of satisfaction from a job well done.”

Call Lee on 0131 564 0515, he will be delighted to help you out.

Testimonials from happy customers "My standard of cleanliness in the apartment is so much better now with Lee and his team doing the work and his attention to detail and his commitment to his role."

"Lee was extremely professional and reliable. The business could accommodate various requests regarding both timings and cleaning tasks. There was a good work ethic and would happily recommend them to anyone in the future."

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What’s On Holiday Edition Guide for Families At Konect we celebrate all things local, so while there is a host of things to do and places to go all over the central belt, this guide focuses on things to do closer home in West Lothian. We often take for granted things that are on our doorstep – see how many of these places you can get through this summer!

Nature and Outdoors The three country parks of Beecraigs (near Linlithgow), Polkemmet (near Whitburn) and Almondell and Calderwood (near Mid Calder) all have many walking trails, as well as playgrounds, visitor centre, places to picnic and bbq. There is a programme of Ranger-led events for children and families in the country parks and also in smaller parks and other venues.

Saturday 5th July A wild day out! 1pm – 5pm, Howden Park, Livingston.

Free activities, live demonstrations and talks from experts. Join West Lothian Council, RSPB, the Scottish Wildlife Trust, West Lothian Council Country Park Rangers and many more for activities and entertainment including wildflower planting, mask making, bug hunts, expert talks and much more. There is a special focus on bees and other pollinators with Rural Connects awesome Bee Project. Bike skills and outdoor pursuits. Music stage, artists workshops and craft activities. Outdoor toys, storytelling and fancy dress competition – dress up as your favourite mini-beast!

Free event, turn up on the day. More information call Howden Park on 01506 777666.

Wednesday 9th July Wonderful Wild Wednesdays Join Rural Connect and the Rangers at Watson Memorial Park, Armadale, to witness wildlife up close! Nature activities, games and crafts for all.

Suitable for: Families Watson Memorial Park, Armadale. (Grid reference NS 941 689). Time: Drop in between 11am – 3pm

Wednesday 23rd July Wonderful Wild Wednesdays Join Rural Connect and the Rangers at Bowyett Park, Torphichen, to witness wildlife up close! Nature activities, games and crafts for all. Suitable for: Families. Meet: Bowyett Park, Torphichen (Grid reference 967 727). Time: Drop in between 11am – 3pm

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Friday 25th July Badger Watch Join the Ranger Service to discover more about these intriguing animals. There will be a short presentation followed by an evening in our badger hide. Wear sturdy footwear and bring binoculars and a torch.Suitable for: Adults/children over 12 years. Meet: Sutherland Building, Beecraigs Country Park. Time: 8pm – 9.30pm. Cost: Adult £3.43, Child £2.36.

Booking essential call the rangers at 01501 743905 or email polkemmet@ westlothian.gov.uk

Monday 28th July – Friday 1st August Summer Activity Week Join the Ranger Service for a whole week of fun-packed outdoor games and activities. Suitable for: 6 – 11 years.

Meet: Visitor Centre, Polkemmet Country Park. Time: 9am – 4pm. Cost: £80.35.

Booking essential call the rangers at 01501 743905 or email polkemmet@ westlothian.gov.uk

For animal lovers Almond Valley Farm, Millfield, Livingston, EH54 7AR. Daily from Saturday 28th June until Tuesday 19th August, Morag the Highland cow welcomes young visitors to a summer full of fun in the shade of the story tent. Every day throughout the holidays there will be morning and afternoon sessions of games, activities, crafts, challenges and trails that all the family can join in and enjoy. No need to book in advance, just drop in and have fun. Tel 01506 414957 Five Sisters Zoo, Gavieside, West Calder.

Open 7 days from 10am. See www. fivesisterszoo.co.uk Scottish Owl Centre. Within Polkemmet Country Park

Art and Craft Summer Workshops at Potter Around, Overton Farm, Kirknewton From 30th June to 15th August, 10.30am -12pm. £12 a session or £50 for a block of 5.

Weekly themes, with craft activities including clay modelling/potter's wheel, ceramic painting, decopatch, canvas painting, knitting/crochet, candlemaking, jewellery, felting. Call to book on 01506 238961.

Summer Workshops at HoneyPot Ceramics, EICA Ratho.

From 14th July to 8th August, 10.30am -12pm and 2pm – 3.30pm. £12 per session. Range of craft activities incl glass fusing, t-shirt decorating, decopatch, jute bags. Also summer “create and play” sessions, for 60 mins craft followed by 30 mins soft play at Scrambles. Call to book on 0131-333-6300

Activities and adventure Overboard Soft Play (DAKS building, Polbeth) is open 7 days a week during the school holidays, use the voucher on page 43 for Half Price entry!

Paradise Island Adventure Golf, Livingston. Open daily from 10am during the school holidays. First floor in Livingston Designer Centre, across from Vue Cinema. Two adventure golf courses spanning 13,000 sq/ft of adventure golfing paradise.

Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th July Anuual Jousting at Linlithgow Palace Spectacular display of knight jousting, ring jousting and foot combat. Also learn about the fashions of the day from the ladies of the court, meet the palace jester and sign up to join our kids army! See Historic Scotland website for more details.

Tuesday 8th July Clubgolf Taster at Polkemmet Driving Range. A great way to introduce kids to the game of golf, come along, have fun and get a feel for our successful Junior Golf Programme. Golf Clubs can be supplied. Booking Essential.

Suitable for: 6 – 12 year olds. Limit: 12. Meet: Polkemmet Driving Range, Polkemmet Country Park Time: 6pm – 7pm. Cost: £2.36. Booking essential, call the rangers at 01501 743905 or email polkemmet@ westlothian.gov.uk

The Regal hosts an exciting programme of film, music, theatre, comedy and children's events.

Forthcoming events include "Three Women", "Grumpy Magicians", "Steve Hewlett", "Madame Butterfly", "Bon Jovi Tribute", "Macfloyd" and "Oasis Tribute".

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The Stone Ring Events

Check our Facebook page for offers OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Meal Deal on Wed & Thur (term time) Unlimited Softplay + lunch box / hot meal £5.50 per child Children's Birthday Parties from £6.95 per child

Saturday 5th July Colour workshop 10am-5pm, £50 Saturday 12th July - Past Life Regression Workshop 11am-3pm, £40 See The Stone Ring advert on page 26 for booking details.

Sunday 27th July Jack & Jill Market With markets across Scotland, and an online market you will find up to 45 stalls bursting with quality nearly-new baby & kids toys, buggies, clothes, cots & more for 0-9yrs! Adults £1.50 to come & shop or BOOK A STALL today, clear out and cash in!! www.jackandjillmarket.

The Daks Building, Polbeth EH55 8TJ

Keep the kids entertained at West Lothian’s largest soft play!

HALF PRICE SINGLE CHILD ENTRY TO THE SOFT PLAY

with this voucher

Valid until 31st July 2014

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

Bathgate Library Information Simpson Library Bathgate Partnership Centre, South Bridge Street, EH48 1TS Tel 01506 282910 bathgate.lib@westlothian.gov.uk Opening hours: Mon – Fri 8.30am – 8.00pm Sat 9.00am – 5.00pm

Bookbugs Bookbug West Lothian delivers free story, song and rhyme sessions for babies, toddlers and pre-school children in local libraries, working in partnership with the Scottish Book Trust.

Small friendly swim school Our teachers work in the water providing1to1,1to2 and small group lessons designed around each individual pupil from 6 months to adult.

Call Kalie now on

0131 344 4644 to book your summer week now

For more information visit www.mightyswimmers.co.uk or email Kalie@mightyswimmers.co.uk

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Clubs & Classes

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

BATHGATE Simply Play Provides flexible after school care and holiday programmes for children aged 5-14.

Our clubs are based in Simpsons Primary School Community Wing and Bathgate Partnership Centre. We offer a range of indoor and outdoor play experiences until 6pm MonFri. Sessions are paid for as they are booked with no fee for `holding` an unused space. For more information visit www.simplyplay.org or call 01506 856444.

Any Dog 'll Do Rescue Group A friendly group of volunteers based in and around Bathgate. Looking for new members to help raise awareness and fundraise for the dog rescue charity. A good way to meet new, like-minded people and have fun at the same time. Contact Lyn Pattison on info@ anydogildorescue.org to find out when the group will next meet and how to get involved.

Bathgate Concert Orchestra We are a friendly, enthusiastic group of musicians and are always happy to welcome new players of whatever level.

We rehearse on Friday evenings during school term time from 7:30pm-9:30pm at St John’s Church Bathgate. Anyone interested in coming along to join us should contact the Secretary Joan Proven at Joan_Proven@ hotmail.com Tel: 0131 331 3187. See www. batchgateconcertorchestra.org.uk. You can also find us on facebook.

Fitsteps - Get fit 'Strictly style!'

Ballroom and Latin dance fitness class - no partner required Wednesday 6.15 - 7.00pm Inveralmond Community High School - £4.00 Wednesday 7.30 - 8.15pm St Mary’s Hall, Bathgate - £4.00 Thursday 7.30 - 8.15pm Currie Community High School - £4.50 Classes start week beginning 6th Jan 2014 For more info contact Lianne on 07737 927463 Email: moveitdanceandfitness@gmail.com Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/moveitdanceandfitness

Yoga Class For people living with long term conditions.

Bathgate Community Centre, 5–6.30pm on Wednesdays. Class is run by KICC Active Lothian, a partnership with MS Therapy Centre Lothian. £5.50 per class or £20 for four weeks.

First class is free! Call Joanna on 07436 102726 to book.

Zumba with Lindsay Simpson Primary School Bathgate Tuesday 7.15 to 8.15pm

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East Calder Church Hall Monday 7 to 8pm NEW VENUE Uphall Station, Uphall Institute Hall, Wednesday 7 to 8pm.

Facebook Zumba with Lindsay 07834 183084

Simpson Art Club We meet every Tuesday 7 - 9pm in the community wing of the Simpson Primary School, Bathgate All over 18, including beginners, are welcome; Regular demonstrations and teaching from professional artists, work in all mediums; We also have regular exhibitions in Polkemmet Cafe and the Regal Theatre in Bathgate. For further information email simpsonartclub@ gmail.com. Contact 07762 933138

Parent and Toddler's St Johns Church, Mid Street. Fridays during term time, 9.30-11.30 am. From Birth to Preschoolers. For further information, contact Irene on 01506 654579

31st West Lothian Scouts Scout Hall, Majoriebank Street.

Thursdays 7pm – 9pm

West Lothian 50 Plus Network New members always welcome for educational, social, recreational and cultural activities. Monthly meet-ups, visits and day trips. Over 25 different activity groups, including arts, crafts, walking, theatre etc.

See www.westlothian50plusnetwork.co.uk or call 01506 635510.

Office hours Mon - Fri 10am - 2pm.

Lead a Happier Life We meet monthly to learn about empowering ourselves to lead the life we want and deserve. With different with guest speakers on happiness related topics. Also meet in between times to go walking/theatre/ other personal development workshops. Meet 1st Mon of each month at Community Wing, Marina Road, Boghall, Bathgate EH48 1SY (next to the school) 7.00 pm. For more info contact Carol on 07800 77260.

2nd Bathgate Girls' Brigade Meets on Wednesday evenings in St John's Church Halls, Mid Street Explorers P1-3 Girls: 6.15pm - 7.30pm Juniors P4-7 Girls: 7.00pm - 8.30pm Brigaders S1-S6 Girls: 7.00pm - 8.30pm Please contact Alison Weddell (Captain) on tel 07710 619264 or email alison.weddell@gmail.com for further details.

The Stone Ring 40 King Street, Bathgate. Beginners Self awareness & Development. Mon 7-9.30 pm (approx) - £6.50. Moot - Every 2nd Wed of the Month. 7-9.30pm (approx) £5 Thai Chi Fridays - 7pm - 8.30 pm (approx)

Baby and Toddler activities Kidzeco, 11 King St, Bathgate.

Range of classes including soft play, storytelling, craft and dance. Please call Kidzeco for class times and availability on 01506 815534.

Newland Concert Brass Friendly band based in Bathgate. We welcome brass and percussion players of all ages and abilities.

Training Band Mondays 6.30 – 7.30pm in Bathgate Partnership Centre Junior Band Mondays 6.30 – 7.50pm in Bathgate Partnership Centre Senior Band Mondays 8.00 – 9.30pm in the band hall on Belvedere Rd For more information see the website at www. newlandconcertbrass.org.uk

MOMS (Mums Offering Mums Support) Kidzeco, 11 King St, Bathgate.

Mon 1pm–3pm. Group for new and expectant mums to meet other mums, share ideas and experiences and generally have a chat and a cuppa! £1 includes hot drink.

Call Kidzeco for more info 01506 815534.

Pop Skool Dance / Singing fun classes for ALL! Based in the brand new Boghall Community Wing.

Monday Evenings 5.30 - 6.30 Minis (4 - 7yrs) 6.30 - 7.30 Juniors (8 - 11yrs) 6.30 - 8.00 Seniors (12 - 15yrs) 7.30 - 9.00 Elite (16yrs+) www.popskool.com

Regal Music Club The Regal Theatre, Bathgate.

For anyone who loves music. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays. 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

Come along to chat, discuss, meet new people, eat biscuits. You don’t need to play or sing but if you do there is always a chance to perform.

Check out the facebook page or just drop in. £2 including refreshments.

Bathgate Playgroup Bathgate Partnership Centre Mon–Fri 9-11.30am and afternoon sessions Mon & Wed 12.30-3.30pm

OTHER AREAS Lothian Running Club 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 too 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.

Local Life

Tesco Bathgate Prize Draw Tesco events in July Thursday 3rd - Saturday 5th July is the big collection weekend in store for the local Food Bank. Whatever is collected Tesco donate an extra 30% on top towards this amazing cause. All food collected is used only in West Lothian, so let's pull together for our own community.

Friday 18th - Sunday 20th July is our Tour de Tesco challenge.

Monsieurs v Madames, Lashes v Taches. This cycle challenge will be in aid of Diabetes UK. Look out in store for our French themed fundraiser for our Partnership charity.

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My name is Tracey Harrison and I am the community champion for Tesco Bathgate. The main aim of my job uis to promote my store as a good neighbour that can bring genuine benefit to my local community.

If your group or organisation feels I could help in any way please contact me on 07822 866634 or email me at blackburnroad@communityattesco.couk or you can come into the store to meet me in person.

West Lothian Breast Cancer Support Group

West Lothian Clarion

To include your club or class, email details to editor@konectdirectory.co.uk. Charity and not-for-profit groups are free, there is a small charge for other listings.

Tesco voucher plus a Disposable BBQ

(for those hopefully warm nights)

Simply text or email your name, phone number and email address to:

07854 492638

or

editor@konectdirectory.co.uk

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Tesco Bathgate Closing date for entries

15th July Winner will be chosen at random after the closing date

Yoga for healthy lower backs

Meets on the first Tuesday of each month, in the Ability Centre, Carmondean, Livingston, from 7pm-9pm. Further details and information, contact Nan McDonald tel 01506 655739

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

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Bathgate Community Centre Wednesdays 5-6.15pm, starts soon!

An evidence-based, specially designed 12 week programme to learn yoga for pain relief, good posture and improvement of back health.

A few spaces still available so book now!

Contact Joanna today for more info: 07436102726 joanna@kiccactive.org.uk

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Index of Advertisers Accessories Stick & Cane Shop 31 Accountancy TaxLink 5 Aerials Aerial Man 10 Bathrooms Bathgate Bathroom Studio 28 Shower Boards Scotland 13 Beauty Delicious Beauty 27 Building Services Bathgate Hire Centre 11 Dean Jones Building Services 6 Building Surveyor David Hastings 6 Cafe The Bus Stop 12 Car Parts and Supplies MC Auto Parts 10 Car Repairs Car Medic 10 Chips Away 41 Finishing Touch 19 Lothian Powder Coating 10 M&S Auto Solutions 4 Car Services Ace Exhausts & Tyres 18 Fair Deal Autos 19 Formula 1 MOT 41 Carpet Cleaning Cleaning Doctor 6 Charity The Food Train 41 Children's Activities Overboard Soft Play 43

Complementary Therapies The Stone Ring 26 Dog Grooming Bailey's Dog Salon 34 Domestic Care 1st Class Care 23 Domestic Cleaning Cleanleeness 39 Electrical A.F.A Electrical 24 Simply Electrical 6 Estate Agent Aberdein Considine 48 Turpie & Co 33 Furniture Grove Bedding 21 Fitness KICC Active Lothian 45 Mighty Swimmers 43 Personal Best 29 Gardens and Landscaping All Year Round Landscapes 15 Allium Garden Services 15 Bruce Henderson 15 GT Paving 15 Woodford Timber Products 17 Hairdressers Delicious Hair 27 MacMahon Boyle Hair 27 Health and Nutrition HerbaLife 45 Highland Dress The Kilt Studio 5 Home Improvements AC Contracting 37 S & S Home Improvements 7

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Kitchens Alba Kitchens 4 Mobility Med-Ecosse 35 Painter/Decorator Nu-Walls 6 Plasterer Nu-Walls 6 Property Letting LetLink 5 Public House Torphichen Inn 6 Sawmill Bruce Henderson 15 Security Services A.F.A Fire and Security 25 Soft Furnishings Grove Bedding 21 Takeaway Baguette Express 47 Taxi Bluebird Radio Cars 2 Timber Merchant Bruce Henderson 15 Tool Hire Bathgate Hire Centre 11 Trading Standards West Lothian Trusted Traders 22 Tyres Ace Exhausts & Tyres 18 Veterinary Riverside Veterinary Practice 34 Vocational Training Sibbald Training 22 Wheel Repair Finishing Touch 19

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Crolla’s Ice Cream now available!

Cone £1.00 Double Cone £1.70 Waffle Cone £1.70 Add Flake 25p 1 Scoop Tub £1.30 2 Scoop Tub £2.40

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All offers with this advert only. Valid at Baguette Express Bathgate only. One offer per customer at a time.

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