Konect Direcory Calders edition July 2011

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The Calders, Kirknewton and Pumpherston WIN Child’s craft session at Honey Pot Ceramics

ALMONDELL Shetland Pony Stud FREE FLOWERS Nominate someone who deserves them!

PLUS local businesses, community information and more!

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Message from the Editor

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Hello neighbours Welcome to the July issue of the Konect Directory. It’s holiday month for many of us, so here’s hoping for a return of the lovely weather we had in the spring!

There’s plenty going on in the area if you’re staying home this year – from activities for families, eating out, taking time to do some DIY or whatever else you’ve got lined up for the holidays - within the pages of this magazine you’ll find a local business that can help!

This month you have the chance to nominate someone deserving of a bouquet of flowers from local florist Vicky’s Flowers.

Turn to page 14 to find out how.

Congratulations to Gordon Dewar of Mid Calder who won the crossword prize last month. This month you could win a children’s craft session at Honey Pot Ceramics. This could be ideal if you’re looking for something to do with the

Contents Almondell Shetland Pony Stud Genealogy Local Walk Pets Children & Family

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children or grandchildren one day during the holidays, so try the crossword on page 40. We’ve put together a summer holiday activity guide on page 46, as well as all the usual columns and features.

We’re looking for more people to help with the door to door delivery of the magazine, so if you would like to be paid for a few hours gentle exercise each month, please get in touch - email distribution@ konectdirectory.co.uk or call Lesley on 01506 668580 Thanks for reading the Konect Directory, we’ll be back next month...

Helen-Jane Shearer Editor hj@konectdirectory.co.uk 07854 492638

Competitions & puzzles Prize crossword Sudoku Children’s puzzles Community What’s on Useful information Clubs & Classes Index of Advertisers

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The Konect Directory is delivered to homes in Kirknewton, East Calder, Mid Calder and Pumpherston. Copies are also left at the libraries, sports centre, convenience stores and various other locations within the area.

Jenny Thomson, Sales 07824 469266 jenny@konectdirectory.co.uk

Helen-Jane Shearer, Editor 07854 492638 hj@konectdirectory.co.uk To advertise call 07824 469266 or 07854 492638

Front cover photograph by Jenny Thomson: Almondell Shetland Pony Stud, Kirknewton

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Almondell Shetland Pony Stud, Kirknewton

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ike many locals who regularly pass the fields of Shetland ponies in Kirknewton, I’ve stopped at the side of the road several times this year to admire the foals. I decided to visit the stud and learn more about these intriguing ponies and the people who breed them.

Stud owner Frances says, “I have always loved horses and after reading about the history of these fabulous little ponies I established the Almondell Shetland Pony Stud in 2006. We now breed both black and coloured standard ponies. All our ponies are micro-chipped and registered with The Shetland Pony Stud Book Society.”

The focus of the stud is on breeding a pony with correct conformation and showing them at various venues across Scotland. The first stage in attempting to breed the “perfect pony” is to choose top quality bloodlines. There is no guarantee though, and it’s only when the foals are born that

they can see whether they made the right decision. Breeders have to take a lot into consideration such as the bone in the legs, the proportions of the body, the chest, shoulder and quantity of hair.

A good Shetland pony has a large chest cavity for strong lungs as traditionally they have been work-horses. They are remarkably strong for their size, and pound for pound the Shetland pony is believed to be the strongest equine stronger than a Clydesdale - even though it is the smallest of our native breeds.

There are accounts of a fully-grown stag being strapped onto the back of a Shetland pony and being carried home through the hills.

Shetland ponies are very hardy and can survive the toughest of winters. Their coat changes according to the seasons, acquiring a thick, double coat in winter with guard hairs which shed the rain and keep the pony’s skin virtually dry.

With little or no shelter on Shetland’s heather clad hills, these coats are the ponies’ insurance for survival. The harsh climate on the Islands also meant that there was no lush grazing but the pony survived, supplementing its diet by feeding on seaweed at low tide.

Over the years these little ponies have evolved into hardy, versatile, intelligent animals well adapted for living in their natural environment during the worst of weather. The Kirknewton ponies are out all year round, even during the harsh winter we had earlier this year, living on hay for weeks while the ground was covered in snow. The mares foal in the field between April and June each year, usually with very little help.

There are three categories of ponies at Almondell Shetland Pony Stud – broodmares, show ponies and family ponies. They have collected prizes for their ponies over the years although none of their ponies have yet r Frances participated in the Shetland Pony Grand ne ow ud St etland Pony National – but never say never! Shetland Almondell Sh their ponies. of ponies also put on a display at the e on h it w at an event

Olympia horse show in London. One of their ponies, Mack, is quite a personality and loves chewing gently on your hand, which is lovely except when he wants to do it all the way round the show ring!

He also lifts his head to get his reward – a kiss on the nose! People may look into the field and see a dozen Shetland ponies and wonder how can they tell who is who, but every pony has its own personality and is easy to identify. They are very clever and curious which makes them easy to train.

Shetlands make wonderful family ponies and are ideal for children’s first ponies. They have a natural affinity with children and their willingness to oblige makes them popular with riding for disabled groups too. Almondell Shetlands pride themselves on their ponies being friendly and easy to handle.

Their aim is to breed ponies with correct conformation, straight, free action and a kind temperament. From birth, each foal has plenty of attention and handling, making them well-mannered and a pleasure to own. They currently have ponies for sale suitable as pets or companions for other horses, for further information please see their website at www.almondellshetlands.co.uk.

Frances concludes, “We consider ourselves very fortunate to have the opportunity to own, look after and love these lovely ponies and hope they have also brought pleasure to those who have stopped on the roadside to watch them each year at foaling time!”

The Shetland pony ha s for at least four thousa been in existence have been exported nd years. They thr and used to carry ou oughout the world t many tasks. In the days before roads the pony was usually seen pulling a cart or carrying baskets laden with peat and sea a special wooden sad weed. They wore dle which supported a lar called a klibber ge baskets on each side called kishies. Th ey cultivating the land an were also used for d bringing in the crops, covering many miles daily, as well as being able to carrying a on their back. During full-grown man the 19th century thousands of Shetland s mainland to work do came to the wn the mines as pit ponies, including in the mines. Many too were West Lothian shale United States to work exported to the in the mines there.

They would work un derground hauling coal for their entire live s, rarely coming to the surface. Their wo depended on the col rking conditions liery manager.

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The lady pictured here really did say she felt her smile looked like Alan Carr’s, but afterwards like Madonna’s!

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Friendship Blooms with Vicky’s Flowers and the Konect Directory

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o you know someone in the local community who deserves a bouquet of flowers for work they do? Or a friend who overcomes difficult circumstances or helps others?

Order from our gift selection online

Wedding & Event Florist

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Local florist Vicky’s Flowers and the Konect Directory are offering Konect readers the chance to show your appreciation of a member of the local community by nominating them to receive a bouquet.

area (listed on page 3). Please include your full name, address and telephone number, and post to Friendship Blooms, The Konect Directory, Overton Farmhouse, Kirknewton, EH27 8DD or email to hj@konectdirectory.co.uk.

Closing date for nominations is 8th August, 2011 and the nomination will be printed in the September issue.

To nominate someone to receive a bouquet, simply state in no more than 100 words who you are nominating and why. The nominee must live or work within the Konect Directory distribution

Gerard Johnstone (Chiropractor)

183 Main Street, East Calder, EH53 0EW

Not sure if chiropractic can help?

Then please come for a FREE information 15 minute consultation (for all new clients) valid until 30th Sept 2011

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Holistic Massage uses mainly Swedish massage techniques to treat the whole body, mind and spirit for complete well being.

Whether it’s the stress of everyday life, muscle tightness or strain, trouble sleeping or any other muscular problems massage could help.

Reiki is an ancient healing treatment that can help with a variety of ailments.

Pilates Classes available in Linlithgow, Ratho, Murieston, West Calder & Dedridge.

Please call for details of venues and times.

Instructor : Susan Douglas National & International Lecturer and Assessor of Pilates and Fitness Instructors. Highly qualified in all aspects of fitness, vast experience in ante & post natal, injury rehabilitation, sciatica osteoporosis, MS & back care

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Professional treatment for corns • ingrown nails • hard skin hard-to-cut nails Call 01506 883379 for an appointment

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Personal training also available.

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UTOPIA HAIR AND BEAUTY 17a Bank Street, Mid Calder, West Lothian utopiahairandbeauty.co.uk

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Thought for the Month

By Jackie Whigham

The World is Your Mirror You see the world as you are and not as it is. You project the inner world of your mind onto your outer world. The world you see is mirroring back to you, your thoughts and the belief systems you have about yourself and your life.

Recognise if you have an angry hostile mind, then that is the world you will see. If you have a happy and peaceful mind, then that is the world you will see.

As we learn this universal truth we begin to recognise the importance of having a good relationship with ourselves. Everything you think and feel about yourself is transmitted onto the outside world where it is picked up by all, whether you or they recognise it or not.

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Therefore, be your own best friend. Look for the good in yourself so you can see the good in others. Take time to build your self esteem, since the lack of it is where most personal problems arise.

Developing your inner self allows you to broadcast your innate beauty onto the outside world. Although this beauty is like an invisible light, it is seen by all and all are attracted to it. The more beauty you see in yourself the more beauty you will see in your world. And as you give to the world so the world will give to you.

If there is anything you’d like to ask me about or write about you can reach me at jackiewhigham1@aol.com.

Have a happy day!

GLAM STUDIOS Beauty Salon

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NEW TREATMENTS AVAILABLE! Skin peels, Minx nails.

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Mix, stir and paint at Honey Pot Ceramics

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drop the orange colouring into the molten mixture and swirl it around, add the sweet orange scent and pour the scented mixture into the mould...

I am at Honey Pot Ceramics, located in the Climbing Centre complex at Ratho, and am making soap. I have chosen fish shapes from the range of soap moulds and decided to make glittery goldfish mini-soaps with an orange scent to go with the colour. But there is any combination of shapes, colours and scents to choose from; it’s part of the fun of making cosmetics at Honey Pot Ceramics, the only venue in the Edinburgh area where you can make your own cosmetics from quality ingredients. Honey Pot owner Juliet Russell explains, “There are a lot of restrictions and regulations to meet in order to make cosmetics. We use only cosmetic-grade ingredients, and our recipes are approved by an independent chemist.”

Besides soap, you can make lip balms, lip gloss, shower gel/bath bubbles, bath bombs and body glitter gel. For all of them you can add extra effects such as flower petals, glitter or even plastic bugs! They are great fun to create, and they make excellent gifts – once finished, you add your own labels and they are gift-wrapped in cellophane ready to take away. For a special gift, you could move on to ceramic painting in the studio while your soap sets, and paint a soap holder or other ceramic item to go with it. There is a wide selection of ceramic items to paint and staff on hand to help with painting techniques, for both adults and children.

Honey Pot is run by Juliet Russell who opened the business here at Ratho last October. She has always been a keen amateur potter and firmly believes that everybody can be creative – you just need to have a go. The strap line of the business is “be amazed at what you can do” and their customers prove this over and over again. Juliet ran Honey Pot as a mobile business in the Borders before settling back in the Edinburgh area and finally deciding to take the plunge, leaving her comfortable job as a Human Resources consultant and setting up her own business.

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Messy play sessions

for preschoolers!

From 6 months +, Ho ney Pot’s Messy Play Arts and Crafts sessions are a must-try. From 10a m to 11am every Monday, Thursday and Friday, you can take your presch ooler along for an ho ur of messy play, where the y can try a wide variet y of art and craft techniqu es. The bonus for par ents is that the children ten d to make a huge me ss... but not at your own kitchen table, you sim ply walk away! There is a new theme each we ek and your child will hav e 3 or 4 finished items to take away from each session. £5 per sessio n including all materials .

Adults and children alike are attracted by the potion-making aspect of creating cosmetics, where you melt, mix, stir and choose colours and scents. Besides the cosmetics and ceramic painting, there is also a jewellery-making section where you can make bead bracelets and necklaces, string friendship bracelets, make tiaras and other items. The range of beads and other decorations means there is something for everyone to manage - from preschoolers (large holes for easy threading) through to more intricate items for adults. There is also gift shop within the studio.

With regular workshops on different crafts, nights outs, pottery wheel experience sessions, children’s parties – there is always something different on at Honey Pot Ceramics. They have also planned a fabulous range of summer activities and will be introducing wilderness crafts including fire making, shelter building and bush craft skills of making your own cordage. Check their website at www.honeypotceramics.com for latest information or call them on 0131 333 6348.

Soap-making

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Honey Pot Ceramics Come and see us for some creative fun! paint your own pottery

large selection of pottery and colours to choose from

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Be amazed at what you can do....

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KRAFTZ @ KIMZ Located inside

VEITCH’S GARDEN CENTRE EAST CALDER EH53 0ET

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at: Kraftz at Kimz

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Marys’ Patch

“The Barn” at Veitchs Garden Centre, East Calder Tel: 01506 882440 r ula E c a L ect Sp ay SA July 2 d 20-22 on

We will be closed 2nd-9th July Opening Times: Mon to Sat 10-5 Sunday 11-4

New class lists now available Please check the website or contact the shop for further details

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The Value of Census Records Family history column by Maureen McIntyre

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ll of us will have filled in a census questionnaire recently. A census of Scotland’s people has been taken every 10 years, in one form or another, since the early 1800’s and is a valuable tool for those researching their family tree. The records are closed to the public for 100 years but those already searching will have found the recent release of the 1911 census a huge bonus to their tree.

The first census to record people’s names was taken in 1841 and as this was before compulsory registration, which started in 1855, it gives a great insight into the lives of our ancestors. But there are a few factors you need to be aware of when using this census : • Unlike later census records the birth place was not recorded; the question asked of the people was ‘were you born in this county?’ and the answer would be either Yes or No. • Ages of adults were rounded up or down, in most cases to the nearest 5, but the majority of children’s ages were more accurately recorded.

• Many of the census records for Fife were lost during the transportation of the documents to Edinburgh.

• Many areas recorded a married woman’s maiden name as opposed to her married name, so if you cannot find your ancestor using her married name you should try searching under her maiden name.

The information recorded in each census is only as accurate as the person recording and the person giving the information wanted it to be. I could not find my MacKenzie ancestors in the 1851 census. I knew that they came from a small community in the Gairloch called Mellon Udrigle as I had traced them on the 1841 and 1861 census. I had searched MACKENZIE and MCKENZIE with no luck so decided to search the census for the area page by page and found them listed as MCKINSIE. I know that the family at 24

this time would have spoken only Gaelic (as would most of the population of the area at this time) and that they could neither read or write so these facts no doubt contributed to the wrong recording of the family name.

The census records are a huge resource but if you are unable to find your family don’t give up too easily, they will be there you may just need to dig a little deeper.

Genealogy is fast becoming one of the most popular hobbies in the country with people becoming addicted to finding out all they can about their ancestors.

Searching through family papers and the birth, marriage and death records will enable most researchers to build a reasonable family tree, but there are many obstacles in the way to even this basic search. Overcoming these obstacles comes with experience so those starting out on this journey should not be put off at the first hurdle. I have just finished 3 years of study at the University of Strathclyde in Genealogy, so if you are just starting your tree or if you are having problems with any of your branches please email me and I will endeavour to help. Please email me rootsandbranches@hotmail.co.uk

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Breath of fresh air in Mid Calder

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ometimes it is great just to pop out for a quick walk, a breath of fresh air and simply enjoy the birdsong you’ll hear, the flora and fauna you’ll spot if you’re lucky.

Ten to fifteen minutes can refresh both body and mind and be a great de-stresser.

If you happen to live in Mid Calder there are several spots for a wee wander, and even if you don’t live there you can always park the car while driving through and take the air, as they say…

One such stroll begins at a small car park at the Mid Calder entrance to the Almondell Country Park. From here you cross a footbridge over the tumbling Linhouse Water and then you are into the park where there are several trails to follow, one being the number 75 cycle path which will ultimately lead through East Calder, Kirknewton and on to Edinburgh.

However for a shorter walk, ignore the trails and take the few steps that lead down to the right after the bridge, taking you to the water’s edge.

There is a rough and narrow path that has been worn along the side of the water and following it will lead you through an arch of trees, wild flowers of all colours growing each side and the sound of birdsong to accompany the rush of the water.

The track eventually heads up and away from the water to bring you out onto the main road bridge where you can cross the other side of the road, turn right over the bridge and continue until you see the footpath on the left just before the Torphichen Arms, signed for Calderwood and Oakbank.

As the path drops down quite steeply through the lovely manicured gardens and

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into the valley, it forks, with each path leading to a different footbridge. The right bridge crosses the Murieston Water, while the left crosses the combined Murieston and Linhouse Waters.

You can then simply enjoy the view from either bridge and retrace your steps back up to the road, cross over and back to car park - a short walk enjoyed in some lovely countryside or perhaps a grabbed moment of fresh air during a lunch break.

However if you do have some extra time or a longer lunch break - you could extend the walk by continuing over the bridge to an information board where you can find out more about the wildlife you may find in Calder Wood. The path forks again. Take the left hand path -the green trail - and stay on this main path keeping the gorge on your left. At a marker post, take the right path - the yellow trail - to return or continue straight on the green trail until the path veers right.

Keep taking right turns until you find yourself above Murieston Water - the path will eventually return you to the information board you passed earlier. Go left and return to Mid Calder. The full walk is probably around three miles and will take about 1.5 hours.

So depending on the time you have available or the mood you are in, you can opt for the short de-stresser or a longer walk, both equally enjoyable and the perfect way to get into the countryside while not going far from a built up area.

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am Mateo Louapre from Lorient in Brittany, France. For the last six months I have been living in Kirknewton and going to Balerno High School. I am on a language exchange, the name is ALLEF.

My time in Balerno High School was really good . When I arrived in the school, I received a very good welcome from all the students. I wasn’t alone, some children came and spoke to me, I made new friends. The teachers are very nice and much more interesting than my teachers in France. What surprises me most is when the teachers are speaking in France nearly nobody listens, whereas here everybody listens.

There is more respect between the staff and the students. Balerno High School is much bigger than my school in France. In France school starts at 8.00am and we finish at 5.00pm. It’s cool to finish earlier because we have more time with friends

My English has improved a lot because when I arrived I couldn’t follow a conversation, I couldn’t say anything, I couldn’t read a book. I did English in school in France but was very rubbish at it. I really enjoyed Scotland.

I just think it’s a bit sad that when you meet your friends here you just say “hi” - it’s a bit cold. In France you shake hands and in Germany you give them a hug.

At home in France I do parkour and was very happy to discover a good parkour group in Edinburgh that I go to every Saturday afternoon. Parkour is a French sport which consists of going from one point to another point as fast as possible including climbing, running, jumping, swinging and so on.

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What’s On? July

See our summer holiday activity guide on page 46 for what’s on locally for children during the holidays.

Tuesday 19th July Summer session with the Folk Club – Flowery Songs The Tap Shop, Mid Calder, 8.00pm Tuesday 26th July Uphall to Binnie Craig Midweek Walk A challenging walk rewarded with fantastic views over the Forth and Lothians. Rough paths and tracks with steep climb to summit. Bring a snack. Approx. 7kms (4.5 miles) 2.5 – 3.5 hours. Suitable for adults and children over 12 years. Booking advised. Meet at Community Centre Uphall.

10.20am – 2.30pm. Cost: Adult £3.70, Child £2.65 Car boot sales for charity b Clu This July Edinburgh Polo ) is holding a car (www.edinburghpolo.comThese will be held boot sale every Saturday. ney for charities at the polo club to raise moThe Spinal Injury , including Help for Heroes Grass Sickness Association and the Equineb is on the A71 near Fund. Edinburgh Polo Clu e. It will be well the Hermiston Park and Rid are welcome to bring signed. Buyers and sellers the polo which will ch wat and stay picnics and car space available. commence at 2pm. Lots of nce to get rid of So here is your golden cha e extra money for som ke ma and your clutter ng for a great day yourself, or just come alo help raise funds and ns gai bar out, grab some ry for sellers, ent £10 ses. for some great cau sellers and 8.30am gates open at 7.30am for eshments available. for buyers. Toilets and refr 15 082448 or Contact Rebecca Archer 078 for any more rebecca@edinburghpolo.com details.

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f you are looking for a new challenge, a way of making new friends and of doing interesting things from baking to abseiling, making jewellery to outdoor activities, then joining your local guide unit might just be what you are looking for.

Girl Guiding was born in 1910 - led by Agnes Baden-Powell, sister of Robert Baden-Powell who established the Scouting movement in 1907. Never to be underestimated, when girls heard about the scouting movement, they wanted to be a part of it and they got their wish. Of course things have gone full circle and there are many scout units around the country who include girls among them.

However, girls do do it differently and there is nothing better than getting together with a bunch of like-minded girls and having a lot of fun. Guides is for girls aged between 10 and 14 and units meet weekly. Working towards various badges is all part of the challenge and there is a great sense of achievement in completing the work towards a badge, be that craft or cook, party planner or camper, first aid or performing arts. There are also ‘go for it’ activity packs for your patrol which again encompass all manner of activities or interests.

Girl Guiding celebrated its centenary in style last year and this year - in fact this month Scottish guides are pleased to be hosting the 34th World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts annual conference, being held in Edinburgh.

If you want to broaden your horizons, learn new skills and be part of a much wider group of girls, then come along to your local guide unit to find out more. The East Calder Guide Unit is always looking for more guides to join. They meet either on a Monday or a Wednesday evening in East Calder Primary School between 7.30 and 9pm and are a very welcoming group.

Call Maureen on 07979 202640 for further information.

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Useful Information Last Post Times Kirknewton Post Office Mon - Fri 5.00pm then a few minutes later from the box near the level crossing. Sat 11.15am East Calder Post Office Mon - Fri 5.20pm Sat 11.15am Mid Calder Post Office Mon - Fri 5.15pm, Sat 11.35am Pumpherston Post Office Mon - Fri 5.15pm, Sat 11.00am Collection from box at Livingston Delivery Office, Fairbairn Road, at 6.30pm

School Term dates

(from www.westlothian.gov.uk) Summer (Term 3) Tue 26/4/11 - Fri 1/7/11 Autumn (Term 1) Tue 16/8/11 - Thu 22/12/11 Sept Hol Mon 19/09/11 - Tue 20/09/11 Break Mon 17/10/11 - Mon 24/10/11

Registration of Bir th, Death and Ma rriage Registration Offices in advice and assistance West Lothian provide information on the to anyone requiring deaths, marriages anregistration of births, issue copy extract cerd civil partnerships, and civil partnership cer tificates. We can conduct recording a change emonies and give advice on are necessary at Eas of name. No appointments situated within the t Calder Registration Office, East Calder. The offilibrary at 200 Main Street 5 Monday to Friday. ce is open 10 - 12 and 2 -

East Calder Library information Main Street, East Calder, EH53 0EJ 01506 883633 email: eastcalder.lib@westlothian.gov.uk Opening times Mon, Wed & Fri: 10.00am - 5.30pm Tues & Thurs: 10.00am - 8.00pm Saturday: 9.30am - 1.00pm Mobile library timetable Alternate Tuesdays in: Wilkieston Elmbank Wilkieston Hatton Inch Haig

1.15pm - 1.25pm 1.30pm - 1.40pm 1.45pm - 1.55pm 2.00pm - 2.10pm

Kirknewton Kaimes Crescent Sawmill Roosevelt Rd Churchill Way Braekirk

2.15pm - 2.50pm 2.55pm - 3.20pm 3.30pm - 3.40pm 3.45pm - 3.55pm 4.00pm - 4.10pm

Every Wednesday in: Ev Mid Calder Spottiswood Cir 5.40pm - 5.50pm Spottiswoode Cre 5.50pm - 6.05pm Almondside 6.10pm - 6.25pm Post Office 6.30pm - 7.00pm The Mobile Library timetables are currently under review and updated ones will be available soon.

A new service with bigger libraries and a wider selection of books is due to be launched soon.

Pumpherston Library information Pumpherston Primary School, Main Street 01506 435837 Opening times Mon: Wed: Thursday:

2.00pm - 5.00pm 2.30pm - 4.30pm 2.00pm - 6.00pm

East Calder Medical Practice 147 Main Street, East Calder, EH53 0EW 01506 882882 St John’s Hospital 01506 523000

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Summer Holiday Guide

ter Artland, Artsparks at Jupi se, Bonnington e collection as a ba .

Using Jupiter’s uniqu art y rar po em nt t co children learn abour activities teach skills Outdoor and indoo informal atmosphere and techniques in anwork. For example East Calder Library based on an artist’s e Cells of Life by Summer Reading Challenge : the Circus course based on th , mud Stars razzmatazz asks our readers to pick six a arles Jencks would involve drawing e, Ch m spac oo ssr cla r oo td ou books to read during the summer holidays. e aps sculpting in th d modroc and perh As the children read books, they gain new sculpting in wire an of the land forms too. circus skills through three important stages: a collage or paintingtwo to three days long Practice, Rehearsal and Show Time!

Courses are usually offer a full week. The and occasionally we to 4pm and are based in There are lots of lovely free prizes for each day runs from 10am oom at Jupiter Artland.. stage of the reading scheme. the Woodland Classr e children learn to keep The library will also be running the and During the course th following activities: Clown Mask Making, te down their ideas a sketchbook to no en and where they like!

Circus Stars Treasure Hunt, Animal paradewh of course to draw to 4pm .Please see the Finger Puppet Making, Lion Masks, Clown Ages 5 to 14 10am website at Hat Making. “events”section of .org for more Full details of times and dates will be on www.jupiterartland show in the library or call on 01506 883633 information. to book a space.

Kirknewton and East Calder Church Annual holiday club in East Calder Church Hall from Mon 8th August - Fri 12th August. Theme: Mission Rescue - through the story of Moses and the rescue of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, the children will learn how God is forever rescuing us.

Secret Agents lurk in the shadows to add additional interest. Daily 10.00am -12.30pm.

All primary aged children are welcome to attend free-of-charge but must be registered by an adult on their first day. For further details phone Andrew Coutts on 885800 or see www.knec4jesus.org.uk.

Ranger Environmental Activity Week at Almondell & Calderwood Country Park 5 days of fun-packed outdoor activities for primary school aged children from 1st - 5th August, 9.00am to 4.30pm. Bush craft.

Get crafty with nature. Meet at the visitor centre, booking is essential, cost £75.00.

Please phone for information on 01506 882254 or email almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk

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Potter Around, Kirknewton Workshops for children and themed weeks.

(You can of course still drop in to paint what you choose). In addition to what is set out below we are also running pottery classes for children on Saturday mornings.

Techniques during our themed weeks include painting pottery, glass painting and decorating, making bracelets, painting on canvas, mosaics, felting – see website for more details. w/c 4 July – American Week. w/c 11 July – Ice Cream and Strawberries Week w/c 18 July – Flower Power Week w/c 25 July – Seaside Week w/c 1st August – Nautical Week w/c 8th August – Back to School Week We are also running weekly events throughout the holidays including fabric painting, jewellery making, knitting and FIMO modelling. Full details are on the website at www.potteraround.co.uk.

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Sport & Exercise

School’s Out!

Honey Pot Ceramics, Ratho Arts and Crafts “Trip around the World” with a different destination each day.

Projects will include a range of techniques including: clay, stamping, collage, painting, and will be inspired by the scenery and culture of the ‘destinations’ they visit.

Week 1 11 – 15 July Mon 11th Rainforests Tues 12th North America Wed 13th Sahara Thurs 14th Arctic Fri 15th Scotland Week 2 25 – 29 July Mon 25th Mediterranean Tues 26th Africa Wed 27th Ireland Thurs 28th Asia Fri 29th Great Barrier Reef Week 3 8 – 12 August Mon 8th South America Tues 9th Himalayas Wed 10th Europe Thurs 11th Wales Fri 12th China All “Arts and Crafts World Travellers” can also book in for a “Prepare to Travel Session”. They will design their own canvas travel bag, fabulous sunglasses, make their own travel soap and of course prepare their travel documents! Travellers can drop in any time week commencing the 4th July. All sessions £12/ head or £55/week. Time: 10.3012pm and includes juice. Booking essential.

More details at www.honeypotceramics.co.uk

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Summer Sports and Activities Programme 4 July–12 August 2011 For booking information please contact reception in the Centre for Sport and Exercise on 0131 451 8400 or email s.mcmahon@hw.ac.uk

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Xcite West Lothian Leisure and EICA Ratho Both have summer programmes for children from 4th July. For full details see www.westlothianleisure.com and www.eica-ratho.com/content/school-holiday-fun or phone 0131 333 6333.

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Clubs and Classes

sports, hobbies, learning, support groups and more...

Busy Bee Club at Honey Pot Ceramics Friday’s 1 – 5pm term time. Arts and crafts, £10, booking essential. See www.honeypotceramics. com or call 0131 333 6348.

Scottish Slimmers Pigeon Club Tues 6.00pm Call 0800 362636 for more info.

Dog Training Craigsfarm, Maree Walk, Livingston Obedience training on Mondays at 7.30pm.

Contact Suzanne on 01506 499911 or dog_training@hotmail.co.uk

Toddler Clinic East Calder Health Centre 1st Tues of every month. Drop in for advice and support 1.30pm – 3.30pm

EAST CALDER East Calder Colts Based at East Calder park, teams covering most age groups. Soccer School runs Fri afternoons, 2pm - 3pm at East Calder park for children P2 - P4.

Goalkeeping coaching runs Thurs evenings 6.30pm -7.30pm. All welcome. Please see club website www.eastcaldercolts.co.uk or contact Head Coach Davie Davies 07734 560351 after 6pm for any further information.

Rattle and Rhyme Sessions - NEW! Fri. 10.30-11.15 in East Calder Community Centre. 10th June and fortnightly thereafter Thurs 1.30-2.15 in Crofthead Community Centre, Dedridge 9th June and fortnightly thereafter Babies to preschool children accompanied by parents/carers enjoy rhymes and a story for a fun experience. Contact Ann (formerly Bounce&Tickle) 07765 708583 or email annmcewan1@hotmail.co.uk.

Classes will continue through the summer holidays.

East Calder Bowling Club Bingo every Sun and Wed 8pm – 9.30pm.

Junior coaching (10 to 16 years old) every Fri 2pm – 4pm See club web site at www.eastcalderbowlingclub.com for details of ties, competitions and news Zumba with Lorraine Mon East Calder Pigeon Club 9.30am -10.30am Tues Crofthead Community Centre, Dedridge 1pm – 2pm and Mid Calder Institute Hall 7.15pm – 8.15pm. Wed & Fri East Calder Church Hall 9.30am – 10.30am. Thursday Mid Calder Primary School 8.30pm –9.30pm Contact Lorraine 07816835926 or email lfarmer@f2s.com Zumba classes and parties for kids coming in the summer East Calder Playgroup (currently located within the East Calder Nursery building) Mon-Fri 9am-11:15am from 2 years For the best introduction to your child’s education lots of fun to be had! £4 per session. Contact Carol or Helen 01506 881923

Circuit Training Sunday’s 6 – 7pm East Calder Scout Hall, £3 per session. An instructor-led class of pre set workout stations, the complete body workout, suitable for all levels of fitness, 16yrs plus. Under 16s welcome with participating adult, see website for further details Please contact: Email ailsa@amcfitness.co.uk Tel: 07808 161634 Web: www.amcfitness.co.uk East Calder Ladies’ Circle East Calder Community Centre Second Thursday of the month, September to May at 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Contact Frances Shearsby (Secretary) on 01506 494591, for more information.

Yoga Classes East Calder Community Centre Wed 7.00pm - 8.30pm. Contact Joy Cummings 01506 843666.

Boys Brigade East Calder Church Hall Anchors (age 5 - 8) Fridays 6.30 - 7.30pm Juniors (age 8 - 11) Fridays 6.45 - 8.15pm.

Calll Jean Gilchrist 01506 880367 Rainbows East Calder Primary School Wed 6.15pm – 7.15pm. Contact Gillian Maben 01506 880640 Brownies East Calder Primary School Tues 6.30pm – 8.00pm & Wed 6.30pm – 8.00pm.

Spaces currently available in Tues group. Contact Gillian Maben 01506 880640 Guides East Calder Primary School Mon 7.00pm – 8.50pm & Wed 7.30pm – 9.00pm.

Spaces curently availabe in Wed group Contact Gillian Maben 880640 Booze you Looze: The Friday Sports Club Xcite East Calder Sports Centre Fri 1.30pm - 4.30pm. Ages 13 to 17. Sports, keep fit, dance.Contact Alex Hughes or Colin Meek on 01506 883400.

Patchwork Classes We run patchwork classes throughout the week at Marys’ Patch. Monday 10-12, 1-3, Tuesday 10-12, 1-3, Wednesday 9.30-11.30, 12.30-2.30, Thursday 9.30-11.30, 12.30-2.30 Saturday 10-2. Knitting classes also available.

East Calder Football Club East Calder park, 9 teams covering most age groups.

Please see club website www.eastcaldercolts.co.uk for our forthcoming soccer school or contact coach Graham Hamilton 07545 758385 for any further information.

Firefly Arts (Youth Theatre) East Calder Primary School Juniors (P5 - P7) Fridays 2.30pm - 4pm £2.50 per week (1st week free). Classes also availble in Kirknewton, West Calder & Howden Park Contact 01506 773883 East Calder Old Folks Club East Calder Community Centre Last Thursday of the month, September to April 7.00pm - 9.00pm. Pensioners and non-pensioners welcome. Contact Carol Anne Murray (Secretary) on 01506 882015 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 Karate East Calder Sports Centre Ages 5 - 15 yrs . Junior Class: Fri 6.00pm - 7.00pm Intermediate/Advanced Class: Fri 7.00pm - 8.00pm Wadokai Karate, both boys and girls welcome, £4.00/session. Contact David Ewing on 0131 657 2085 Little Kicks football East Calder Scout Hall, Calderhall Terrace, EH53 0BS. Saturday mornings 9.30 -10.15 :18 months old to 2 years 3 months 10.30 - 11.15 : 2 years old to 3 1/2 years old 11.30 - 12.15 : 3 1/2 years old to 5 years old All welcome for a free trial - boys and girls.... contact Deborah on 01506 881709 or 07590 849119 or email dparis@littlekicks.co.uk.

See our website www.littlekicks.co.uk for more information.

Young Mums East Calder Community Centre Mon 11.00am – 12.30pm. Free. Contact health visitor via health centre for further details 01506 880582 Needlecraft Club East Calder Community Centre Thur 7.00pm - 9.00pm Contact Florence (Secretary) on 01506 494223

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 Cathy Bird Highland Dancers in East Calder Community Centre Tuesdays 4yrs up, 5-30-6-20pm.

Advanced Club in East Calder Community Centre Tues 6.30pm – 8.30pm Line Dancing at the Pigeon Club, beginners Mon 7 – 8pm, Improvers Mon 8 – 9.45pm. tel: 07809 423592 email: cathybird.gb@gmail.com www.cathybirdhighlanddance.co.uk Breast Feeding Support Group East Calder Community Centre Wed 11.30am – 12.30pm except during school holidays. Free. Contact Health Visitor via Health Centre for further details 01506 880582 Step Into Dance with Vicky East Calder Church Hall Highland, Cheerleading, Tap, Freestyle Disco, Ballet, Hip Hop and a boys-only Hip Hop. Classes for ages 2 to adult, on Thurs & Fri. See www.stepintodancewithvicky.co.uk for more information or contact 07719 646942 EC Allsteps Cheerleaders East Calder Church Hall and West Lothian College Competitive cheerleading squad.

Also adult squad fun class at East Calder Sports Centre Mon 9.00pm - 10.00pm. For more information see www.ecallstepcheerleaders.co.uk or call 07719 646942 Bingo Pigeon Club, East Calder Sun 8.00 - 10.00 All welcome

KIRKNEWTON Craft Club at Potter Around Saturdays 10.30am-noon.

Paper craft, pottery painting, clay making & general crafts; £10 incl materials, drink & snack.

Parents welcome to stay. See www.potteraround. co.uk, call 01506 238961 or email chat@potteraround.co.uk Knitting Club at Potter Around Alternating between Tues 7.30 – 9.30pm and Wed 10.30am – noon : call 01506 238961 or email chat@potteraround.co.uk for dates. £4.50 per head – includes tea and coffee Kirknewton Women’s Rural 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

Clubs and Classes

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Children’s Club at Potter Around Friday afternoons during term time – various crafts - £10 per head.

1pm-3pm 6-12 years; 3pm – 5pm 11+ See www.potteraround.co.uk, call 01506 238961 or email chat@potteraround.co.uk Cathy Bird Highland Dancers Kirkewton Primary School, Fridays 5 – 8 yrs 4 – 4.50pm, 9+ yrs 5 – 5.50pm tel: 07809 423592 email: cathybird.gb@gmail.com www.cathybirdhighlanddance .co.uk Firefly Arts (Youth Theatre) Kirknewton Village Hall Juniors (P5-P7) Tues 4.30 - 6.00pm £2.50 per week (1st week free). Classes also availble in East Calder, West Calder & Howden Park Contact 01506 773883 Kirknewton Rainbows Kirknewton Village Hall Wed 5.00pm - 6.00pm For girls aged 5-7. Please contact Gill Greaves for more information on 01506 883261 Kirknewton Starlets Kirknewton Primary School Babies class up to age 8 Thurs 5.30pm - 6.30pm.

Junior/senior class Thurs 6.15 - 8.00pm.

For info contact Trisha t.ewing@btinternet.com KASPARS Afterschool Club Kirknewton Church Hall. Afterschool care Mon Thu 3.15 - 6.00, Fri 12.30 - 6.00.

Breakfast Club Mon - Fri 8.00 - start of school.

Call 07871 791000 Kirknewton Play Group Kirknewton Village Hall Mon – Fri 9.00am – 11.15am Ages 2 to 5 yrs. £4.00 per session. Call in and see us during session times Toddler Group Kirknewton Church Hall Parents/carers with tots aged 0-3 yrs, fridndly group with play, stories and craft for the children and meet up/chat for parents. Thur 9.30 - 11.30am Kirknewton Pensioners Club Kirknewton Village Hall 1st Wednesday of Month 1.00pm - 3.30pm and 3rd Thursday of Month 7.00pm - 9.00pm Everyone aged 60 years and over welcome

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

MID CALDER The Willows Playgroup School Lane, Mid Calder Recently refurbished, places available for children from 2 years.

Mon – Thurs 9-11am. £4 per session. Snack provided, nappy changing facilities.

For more information please contact Sam on 01506 882832.

Zumba with Lorraine Mon East Calder Pigeon Club 9.30am -10.30am Tues Crofthead Community Centre, Dedridge 1pm – 2pm and Mid Calder Institute Hall 7.15pm – 8.15pm. Wed & Fri East Calder Church Hall 9.30am – 10.30am. Thursday Mid Calder Primary School 8.30pm –9.30pm Contact Lorraine 07816835926 or email lfarmer@f2s.com Zumba classes and parties for kids coming in the summer Scottish Slimmers Masonic Hall Mon 7.30pm Call 0800 362636 for more info.

Mid Calder Mother and Baby Group Institute Hall Tuesdays 10.00 Please call Vicky Ramsay for details on 07515 495101 Yoga Classes Masonic Hall Wednesday 7.30pm - 9.00pm Contact Linda Bibby 01506 884115 www.wholebodybalance.co.uk Rainbows, Brownies and Guides Rainbows Wed night Brownies Mon and Tues night, Guides Wed night.

Contact Katrina Wallace on 01506 883816 Folk Club Meets every third Tuesday of the month at the “Tap Shop” The Midcalder Inn, Mid Calder at 8pm Mid Calder Youth Club Institue Hall, Market St. Mon 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Ages 8 to 12. Sports, computers, bus trips, games.

Welcome Cafe Glenalmond Hall Every Tuesday 10am-12noon. This is a Fair Trade Cafe 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 Mother and Toddler Group Institute Hall Tues 9.15 - 11.15, £1.00 per adult Please call Vicky Ramsay for details on 07515 495101 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 Fred Roe at 01506 202190 or Steve Collier at 01506 881398 or Gordon Scott at 01506 882616.

Pilates Classes Institute Hall, Market St. Wed 10.00am - 11.00am Beginners class Contact Rhona 01506 811700 rhonawatt@btconnect.com 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 Dave 07990 706048 contact@mid-calder-colts.org Choral Highlights Ladies Choir Kirk of Calder, Mid Calder Rehersals Sundays 12pm - 1.00pm in summer and 7.30pm-8.45pm in winter. Musicals, Scottish. religious, pop and some very quirky little numbers!

2 concerts per year, requests to sing at other venues considered. New members very welcome, please contact John Rankin 01506 880029

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 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 Saturday, check programme with the Rangers on 01506 882254 CHURCHES Church of Scotland Kirknewton Services 9:45 in the Kirknewton Kirk, Station Rd. Sunday School and creche available East Calder Services 11:15 in the East Calder church, Main St Sunday School and creche available Rev Dr AJ Groenewald 8 Manse CourtEast Calder EH53 0HF. 01506 884585 or 075 888 458 14. groenstes@yahoo. com 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.

Mid Calder School of Dance Mid Calder Institute Hall Tap, Highland, Disco Tues 6.00pm - 7.00pm & Fri 6.15pm - 9.00pm. Various ages Contact Heather 01501733054 Calder Bells Glenalmond Hall, Mid Calder Rehersals Mondays 7.30pm New members welcome

PUMPHERSTON Myra Mackie School of Dance Classes in Pumpherston, Mid Calder & 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

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