Konect Livingston December 2017

DECEMBER 2017

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THE CENTRE GIFT GUIDE Christmas What's On HEALTH & BEAUTY

Plus local businesses, community information & more!

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The community magazine for Livingston

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FEATURE

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elcome to the December edition of Konect for Livingston. If for you the end of the year involves lots of shopping, organising and jobs around the house, you'll find all you need within the pages of this magazine – reduce your stress by picking one thing that you would normally do yourself and getting a local business to do it for you instead. The Livingston Round Table Santa’s Sleigh comes to town starting 3rd December – at time of print the schedule was not finalised, but you can check on their facebook page, see page 48.

This is a joint December/January issue as we don’t produce a magazine for January.

We’d like to wish all readers and local businesses a great holiday season, and thanks for supporting Konect this year!

FEATURES The Centre Gift Guide Garden Project Health & Beauty Thought for the Month Property Matters Music Review Recipe & Food Notes Parents in West Lothian Visit West Lothian

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COMPETITIONS & PUZZLES Crossword & Sudoku

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COMMUNITY What’s On Clubs & Classes

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

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ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES JENNY THOMSON 07824 469266 jenny@konectdirectory.co.uk CHARLENE GAFFNEY 07772 941899 charlene@konectdirectory.co.uk ADVERT BOOKING DEADLINE: 10th of the month prior to print.

Helen-Jane, Editor hj@konectdirectory.co.uk

Cover Image: Tis the season!

Wishing all our readers a wonderful Christmas

ARTWORK/COPY DEADLINE: 13th of the month prior to print.

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Home-Start West Lothian has a proven track record of providing quality support and friendship to vulnerable families with very young children in their own homes and communities through volunteer befriending.

We seek people who understand how difficult it is to be a parent and can spare 2 or 3 hours per week to support a local family We are also looking for volunteers to help in our new Charity Shop in Whitburn.

If you are interested in this, please call the shop directly on 01501 229073 Training and on-going support are provided, travel expenses paid

The next training course for home-visiting volunteers will start in February 2018 (date & time tbc) It runs for 8 weeks, 3 hours/week.

For an informal discussion, an application pack or to ask about any other volunteering opportunities with us, please call Carol-Anne Fordyce on 01506 415755 or e-mail coordinator@homestartwl.org.uk

Home-Start West Lothian is committed to equal opporunities PVG Scheme membership is required and we operate a Safer Recruitment Policy Scottish Charity No SC 029770 Company limited by Guarantee 280852

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With over 150 fantastic shops and restaurants, all under one roof, The Centre, Livingston really is the perfect place to get everything you need for a very special, sparkling Christmas this year, including the Disney Store and Build-A-Bear.

Whether it’s the latest gadget for the techie members of the family, like the Anki Cozmo Robot which has its own unique personality, the Paw Patrol ‘Sea Patrollers’ playset for little ones or the updated 3ft tall Pie Face game which is great fun for all the family, The Centre really does have it all covered.

For those who have everything they need, unsure what they fancy this year or maybe just a little trickier to buy for, the gift of choice is perfect – a Gift Card!

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Gift Cards give family and friends the freedom to choose something special for themselves and is also great for reducing the cost of that must-have item, which could be anything from a designer bag from Debenhams or a hand-finished charm from Pandora to a Superdry shirt or Raymond Weil watch from Barclays.

Available from £5 to £500, the Gift Cards can be easily purchased from The Centre's Information Desk near Cotswold or online using the safe and secure gift card portal.

Gift Cards can also be used in various restaurants at The Centre including Wagamama, Nando’s and ASK Italian, who launched a new menu which includes a selection of delicious vegan and gluten-free dishes and a fun-filled kid’s menu featuring a chocolate pizza with strawberries for dessert, with a side of marshmallows and sprinkles, perfect if dining out for Christmas.

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GARDENING PROJECT

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At Christmas it’s traditional to decorate our homes with a wreath whose unbroken circle links the past to the present and on into the future – a lovely sentiment for Christmas which is the time when old and young family and friends come together.

If you use a wettable floral foam wreath you can keep your wreath fresh using living foliage from your garden. Traditionally we might have hung it on the door, but you can sit it on a table inside or outside. Using evergreen leaves snipped off your garden shrubs is very attractive but it also reminds us of the days gone by when evergreen branches were brought indoors to remind folk

that Spring and new life would eventually come after the cold dark days of Winter.

Once you’ve wet your wreath ring start pushing in short sprigs of foliage, working systematically around the ring. Keep the circle symmetrical and once you have covered most of the ring you can start adding some contrasting coloured leaves. Just remember after you’ve snipped off your bits and pieces from the garden, if you aren’t the main gardener, the gardeners shouldn’t be able to spot from where they have been snipped!

Festive Wreath The gardening project is contributed by New Hopetoun Gardens. Pick up more of their weekend garden projects from the garden centre.

Find the perfect gifts for all your family and friends!

Our award winning giftshop is packed full of the most unusual and wonderful gifts. Also we have a great selection of houseplants to bring style and health to any home.

The Orangery tearoom is a lovely place to meet up with friends this season.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Should we follow the rules??

As we move towards the new year we start to feel the urge for change and every year I find myself chatting to clients that worry they shouldn’t wear their hair a certain length when they reach a certain age or that their hair colour is ‘too young’ for them and I’ve been thinking about this for a while. I truly believe that the sexiest thing about a person is confidence.

So for example if I have a client in her 70s with long hair should I suggest cutting it off to ‘follow the rules’? I actually don’t think so.

I think we should embrace the things that make us feel good about ourselves. It’s about time we owned our style, and although I will always recommend a style that is suitable, flattering and well done, I need to take in to consideration personality and what makes that person feel confident. Don’t cut your hair short because you’ve reached a certain age and that’s what the world tells you to do; cut your hair short because you want to and because it will make you feel more stylish and more confident. The same goes for colour - a good stylist will always recommend things to suit your skin tone and your hair type but should always keep in mind the maintenance of a colour, making it work with your lifestyle and most importantly your personality. If you feel confident it can change how you hold yourself and how your mood is day to day.

I suppose what I’m saying is don’t let ‘the rules’ take away your sparkle: embrace your style and do what makes you feel your best.

The Hair column is contributed by Sophie Laidlaw. Sophie is Director @wonderland Livingston. www.wonderlandlivingston.co.uk

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There are important reasons for taking care to choose what we focus on in our minds: the 'reticular activating system' will cause us to notice in our environment things which match what we're thinking about; the 'negativity bias' we naturally have as mammals which once faced frequent danger makes us notice things which could be harmful; and whatever we focus on creates neurochemistry - which makes us feel sad ... or anxious ... or whatever feeling matches that thought.

Also, we have a sort of internal sat-nav or navigation system within our brain, which moves us towards the goals we set ... or not. Without goals, this 'habit organ' just does the same thing over and over.

And even when we reach a point when we're determined to make changes, sometimes - like the foundations of a house with an unseen but crucial wobble - unconscious, limiting beliefs ruin our plans.

I'm trained to advanced level in 'Psych-K' - a simple yet profound technique to work with the unconscious mind to replace old beliefs (which usually we learned from other people) with new, self-empowering ones. The neuroscientist Bruce Lipton (see YouTube / the Biology of Belief) recommends this technique as the most effective tool for belief change.

In the New Year I'll be running a small, intimate group called 'An Adventure In Living'. Designed for women who want to make changes, we'll meet in my home for 6-8 weeks, focussing on 'Weight Loss and Emotional Wellbeing'. A free Psych-K session will be available to kick-start success. Please let me know if you'd like to join us or to know more.

This column is contributed by Rosanna Veitch. “I have worked as a counsellor for 30 years, I see clients of all ages and with all forms of emotional distress in my peaceful therapy room at my home.

Please feel free to call for a chat. Everyone is welcome, and I'm happy to adjust my fee if money is tight.”

T: 0131 449 2580 W: www.effectivecounsellingedinburgh.com

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We can repair your denture while you wait, usually within the hour minimising the amount of time you are without your denture.

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THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH

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Contact us for a consultation on: As we approach the end of the year, take a moment and reflect on another 12 months gone by.

I sat today and flicked through my diary and it was really lovely to see numerous things I had forgotten about that I really enjoyed doing, including contact with fabulous people and many new opportunities I’ve been lucky enough to encounter. I then picked up the book I am reading by Sharon Salzberg, “Real Love”. I read a chapter on forgiveness and it was quite powerful. She says forgiveness is the way we break the grip that long-held resentments have on our hearts. We don’t pretend the harm didn’t happen, we see it clearly for what it was but also see that fixating on the memory generates anger and sadness within us and by holding onto resentment this prevents us from from feeling joy in life now. Forgiveness is a process, it can take time but by even just open-ing to the concept, possibly viewing things differently, may release the grip resentment can have on us and potentially create a little space in our hearts. Sharon would say this is an act of self-compassion.

There are many different forms of forgiveness and when we respond to our own pain and suffering with love, understanding and acceptance for ourselves as well as others, we can begin to let go of anger that is often held within us.

Reflecting on the year in a balanced way may open a small space in our hearts.

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PROPERTY MATTERS

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I’m looking for an old mansion that has a hidden underground cave filled with high-tech crime fighting gadgets.

There’s no question about it, buyers visit Rightmove and Zoopla because they provide easily-searched access to properties currently available for sale. Or do they?

Certainly property portals are efficient and estate agents have embraced them for many years as being an important addition to their marketing toolbox. On the surface, people no longer apparently need to register with an estate agent when looking for a property. However, those buyers who do register directly, tend to find they are offered properties before they appear on the portals.

you might otherwise have missed. Additionally, because so many buyers register through the portals, by registering directly with agents you are demonstrating your commitment to buying in a specific area and you are more likely to be regarded as a viable and legitimate purchaser.

This puts you in pole position to hear about opportunities to view properties as soon as they become available, often ahead of other buyers.

An increasing proportion of property sellers engage Estate Agents to market their home using more discrete marketing methods than overt portal or other advertising exposure. There are several reasons for this – maybe they want to test the market or they have not yet announced the move to their friends and family. Perhaps they simply don’t want to risk overexposing their property and want to keep it exclusive, available only to pre-qualified buyers that their estate agent has personally vetted.

Sometimes it’s the counterintuitive approach that pays off! So if you’re thinking of buying in 2018, why not register directly with agents who cover the areas that you are searching for property ahead of the seasonal flood of new properties coming to the market immediately after the festive period.

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

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MUSIC REVIEW

The very next day you gave it away Are you hanging up your stocking on the line.

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Giving the gift of music has fallen mightily since the days of old, when the Victorians would gather in the parlour and exchange CDs of Brothers In Arms or Life For Rent. “Ah mother”, Bob Cratchit sighs as he unwraps another 50th anniversary re-issue, “Heritage rock and streaming surely has taken the joy from this simple December pleasure”.

The chill air of “will this do?” hangs heavy over the festively packaged double “Diamonds” from Elton John. Being only his sixth greatest hits, it seems reasonable that he should add to the air of mild disappointment from your cracker containing the plastic comb and not the miniature playing cards by not including (among many, many, more, to quote the ghost of KTel past) Kiss the Bride, Part Time

Love, Healing Hands, The One, Believe, and, most bizarrely given the purpose of this release, Step into Christmas. Fortunately you can find most of those if you shell out for the deluxe 3CD version. Just don’t be expecting no top five hit “Passengers”, dogg.

Elsewhere, with £25 vinyl having been last year’s solution to the eternal problem of what to get dad and now nosediving in shops across the country, the fashion is for 40th and 50th anniversary editions from The Doors, Monkees, Moody Blues and their ilk, to replace those ridiculous 20th and 30th anniversary versions. Queen make a late entry to the genre with a spellbindingly expensive luxury issue of “News of the World” an album loved principally for its double "Champions/Rock You" A side single and science fiction cover. Bah humbug.

The monthly music review is contributed by James Kerr. James presents the Regal Music Club show on Regal Radio (www.regal-radio.net) and is a member of the local band ‘Snakeskin Shoe Review’.

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Salmon and Monkfish

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This festive wreath makes a great alternative to traditional roast turkey and can be prepared in advance the night before.

Ingredients: Sunflower oil, for greasing 100g butter, melted 270g pack filo pastry, thawed if frozen 450g salmon fillet, skinned and diced 450g monkfish fillet, skinned and diced 225g cooked peeled tiger prawns 2 tbsp lemon juice 3 tbsp chopped fresh dill Salt and freshly ground black pepper Lemon wedges and dill sprigs, to garnish

Serves 6 Ready in 1 hr 30 mins, plus chilling time Tip: Filo pastry sheets can vary in size so simply cut to fit. Don’t worry if they tear, just place another piece of buttered pastry on top to cover the tear.

1. Use the sunflower oil to grease a 1.2 litre capacity ring mould, then line the mould with cling film.

2. Brush the sheets of pastry one by one with melted butter and use nearly all of them to line the ring mould. Overlap the pastry sheets slightly as you go and repeat the layers 3-4 times. Leave the excess pastry to drape over the side of the mould.

3. Mix the salmon, monkfish and prawns in a large bowl and stir in the lemon juice and chopped dill. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

4. Spoon the fish mixture into the pastry-lined mould, pressing down gently. Fold the excess pastry in over the filling and top with more buttered sheets of pastry, cutting them to fit and completely cover the filling. Stamp small star shapes out of any remaining sheets of buttered pastry and place on a plate.

5. Cover the ring mould and the plate with cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight). Carefully invert the ring mould onto a large baking sheet and then remove the mould and the cling film. Re-melt any remaining butter and brush all over the pastry.

6. Bake in a preheated oven at 190C/fan 170C/Gas Mark 5 for 40-45 minutes until the pastry is crisp and golden. Bake the pastry stars on a separate baking sheet for 5 minutes until golden.

7. Allow the wreath to stand for 5 minutes then transfer to a serving platter and decorate with the pastry stars. Garnish with lemon wedges and dill sprigs.

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PARENTS IN WEST LOTHIAN

...appease your little drama queen with the help of onions Sometimes, when the children are being ultradifficult and driving me up the wall with their bickering and mischief (play VT montage of embarrassing/destructive public behaviour from Penny and Quinn), I do something that you might think is a bit wrong.

Penny says onion, she means that little yellow pill-shaped, dungareewearing comical henchmen of Gru in the Despicable Me movies. (play canned laughter track) So off we went to watch Despicable Me 3, complete with the beloved onions (minions).

I reminisce fondly about the time before I had children. (nostalgic music from the Hovis advert fades in)

Vue in Livingston do a great deal on weekend mornings where you can get into the cinema (admittedly to see kids films) for ultra-cheap so this little excursion didn’t break the bank, even with Penny’s snacks included. We settled down in the front row, arranged our snacks, and waited.

This was a time of endless weekend lie-ins, eating out in the evenings whenever we liked, having a tidy house, and above all, the disposable income to do all manner of spontaneously expensive activities that our hearts could desire.

For example, before the advent of our precious progeny, Channa and I lived in Edinburgh. Being avid film fans, we each had an unlimited cinema card. UNLIMITED. And we took full advantage, several times a week, sometimes more than one film a day.

No more that. (nostalgic music ends abruptly with scratched-record sound effect) The last actual trip to the cinema we had was the night before Penny was born. Well that’s not technically true … we did try about a year ago to take the babies to a Cbeebies cinema morning but Penny was too young to know what was going on, and Quinn just dashed around the cinema hall (play VT of Quinn sprinting round and round at x1.5 speed with Benny Hill theme tune overlaid) Needless to say, we left as soon as the main feature started to allow others to actually enjoy themselves. (Jengaenga family exit stage left) So a year on, it seemed like the right time to try again. Particularly as Penny’s new favourite thing is onions. Now you’re probably wondering if you’ve read that right, but bear in mind that when

What followed was about the noisiest 90 minutes of my life. Firstly, I had genuinely forgotten how loud a cinema could be (fade in high-pitched tinnitus squeak) – it was nearly more than I could handle yet it didn’t seem to bother Penny whatsoever. In fact, the only inconvenience this presented to her was that she had to shout each of her 400 questions about the plot to me “What’s that onion doing, Mummy?’ - at the top of her voice.

Penny loved her first proper cinema experience, and was sad I was making her leave the screen at all (scene to be shot in black and white through rainspeckled window). When I tried to hurry her up by saying ‘Go on Penny, hurry!’, my little drama queen responded with a fabulous accidentally-theatrical statement worthy of an Oscar nomination …

“But Mummy, I can’t go on!”

Fin.

The monthly Parenting column is contributed by Nicola Jengaenga. Nicola lives in West Lothian with her two pre-schoolers and hubby Channa.

They juggle hectic work schedules with the everevolving demands of their two tiny overlords and also squeezing in time for each other!

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PUZZLES

WHAT’S ON

CROSSWORD

SATURDAY 9TH DECEMBER Christmas Craft Fair & Fun Day - Over 40 suppliers of Christmas craft products, raffle and tombola. Many other activities for children including Santa's Grotto, Christmas photobooth, candy cart, festive drawing activities and more.

Organised by the Events and Hospitality students at West Lothian College with a percentage of proceeds going to local charities. Inveralmond High School, 11am to 3pm.

More information on facebook: search for Christmas Craft Fair and Fun Day. SUNDAY 10TH DECEMBER Christmas Crafts - Come and try your hand at making a Christmas wreath. Materials will be provided. Suitable for families. Meet: Almondell Visitor Centre Time: 2pm – 3.30pm. Cost: £3.80 per item. Booking essential, please contact the Countryside Rangers on 01506 882254, email: almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk

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SATURDAY 16TH & SUNDAY 17TH DECEMBER Christmas Deer Walks at Beecraigs - Accompany the Ranger as we feed the deer their magic food and make sure everything is OK for the work ahead. Wear warm clothes and sturdy footwear / Wellington boots. Suitable for families.

Meet: Sutherland Building, by Animal Attraction, Beecraigs Country Park Time: 11am & 2pm. Cost: £3.80 adult, £2.60 child. Booking essential, please contact the Countryside Rangers on 01506 284516, email: mail@beecraigs.com SANTA'S FARMYARD COTTAGE December 2nd & 3rd, 9th & 10th, 16th & 17th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, & 24th - (all day, NO advance bookings).

Visit Santa in his farmyard cottage at Almond Valley, and receive an early Christmas present as part of a great day out. Usual admission prices apply (adults £8.50, children £6.50), however when you buy a Santa visit ticket, that child is admitted free of charge. Santa visit tickets £3.50 each; purchase on arrival, when you'll be given your Santa visit time. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.

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On these special mid-week dates, you can book in advance to visit santa in his cottage from 10.30 to 12.00 and from 14.30 to 16.30. Ideal for pre-school children and small groups. Prices and conditions are the same as for weekend visits (above). Call Almond Valley on 01506 414957 to book.

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VISIT WEST LOTHIAN

The month of joy, fun and festivities has arrived and we have some fantastic suggestions as to how to best enjoy your December in West Lothian. With everything from Christmas shows to Santa’s grottos you won’t want to be anywhere else.

The Five Sisters Zoo are going bigger and brighter this year with the return on their zoo illuminations.

Thousands of lights illuminating enclosures, trees and plants creating what will be a truly magical Christmas experience. Wander through the Lost Kingdom, spot the wolves and lions, Santa and his reindeer and enjoy the tranquillity of the Japanese Garden. This event is on throughout December.

The annual Hopetoun Christmas Fair is back and is a must-visit for those looking for unique gifts for special friends and family members. The dates are Friday 1st - Sunday 3rd of December. Whilst there why not check out Scotland’s finest stately home and make sure not to miss the State Dining Room which will be decorated fabulously for Christmas.

Almond Valley has a special guest arriving this month and we are sure you’ll be familiar with him… SANTA! He’ll be welcoming young visitors and handing out some early Christmas presents on the weekends of the 2nd & 3rd, 9th & 10th, 16th & 17th of December, then daily between 21st to 24th December. Much of Almond Valley will be decorated for the season and there will be a special chance to make your own Christmas decorations in the museum.

As the year draws to a close head on down to Boness & Kinneil Railway for their Black Bun Specials on 30 and 31 December. This great day out for all of the family will include a complimentary traditional Scottish Hogmanay Black Bun and a hot drink whilst travelling aboard the nostalgic steam railway, juice and shortbread is provided for the kids. For an experience you will never forget this December visit the Boness & Kinneil Railway.

With so many amazing events on this December it is a must to visit West Lothian. We Ho-Ho-Hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year.

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CLUBS & CLASSES

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

JOG SCOTLAND Jog Scotland groups around Livingston aim to get people outdoors and get fit whilst meeting new friends. There are groups suitable for beginners to advanced at different locations and times around Livingston. Check out jogscotland.org.uk.

MS SOCIETY AFTERNOON MEETINGS Group meeting in the afternoons once per month at Dobbies, for those who can’t make the evening meeting. Support group to help people with MS, emotional, financial difficulties and to signpost them to legal and other help.

Call Alison Ritchie on 01506 201439 or email viadoc@hotmail.co.uk for more details and the date of this month’s meeting.

LOTHIAN RUNNING CLUB We welcome runners of any standard. We believe that running clubs are not just for the elite (although we will let fast people join too). Suitable for all ages and we have a junior section from age 6. Training sessions in and around Livingston, meet at Inveralmond High, Craigswood Sports Centre and Dechmont Law car park.

For more info see website www.lothianrunningclub.co.uk.

WEST LOTHIAN CLARION Cycling club - Our aim is to help cyclists plan and reach their own goals through training with, and seeking advice and support from fellow club members. Weekly club runs leave from Linlithgow Leisure Centre and East Calder Sports Centre. See www.westlothianclarion.co.uk or email secretary@westlothianclarion.co.uk WEST LOTHIAN 50 PLUS NETWORK New members always welcome for social, educational, 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.

THE LIVINGSTON PLAYERS Amateur theatre company always pleased to welcome new members with or without experience. For more information please contact Carol, Membership Secretary, on 01506 881398 or see www.livingstonplayers.co.uk

LIVINGSTON SPEAKERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB A fun & friendly way to improve your Communication & Leadership skills.

Our meetings are always entertaining and educational. We meet at West Lothian College, Livingston. Alternate Thursdays 7:15pm to 9:30pm. Everyone is welcome to come along and find out more. For more info see -www. livingstonspeakers.org.uk http://www.facebook.com/LivingstonSpeakers PHYSIO LED PILATES The Dance Studio at West Lothian College, Almondvale, Livingston. Wed evenings at 6pm & 7pm. At Physio Led Pilates you can feel assured that exercises will be performed safely, effectively and modified to the appropriate level for you under the expert guidance of an experienced Physiotherapist. For booking and further information please visit www.physioledpilates.com

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SPIRITUAL & PSYCHIC AWARENESS DEVELOPMENT GROUP Bellsquarry Village Hall. Every second Thursday 7:15pm - 8:45pm Please call or email Tracey 07754 499344 ghost.scotland@outlook.com for further information.

BROWNIES Brownie unit (girls 7 - 10 years) Tues nights. For more information please see www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or email westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

CRAIGSHILL ACTIVITY GROUP Are you over 60? Looking to get out and meet new people? Come and join in our activity group in Craigengar Park, Craigshill - a mix of gentle physical activity, quizzes and games. We also love a good chat over a cup of tea! All welcome, cost is just £1 per session. Get in touch if you’d like more information, with Cyrenians OPAL (Older People, Active Lives) on 01506 815815 or email opal@cyrenians.scot www.cyrenians.scot NEW TOWN ROLLER GIRLS Roller Derby team, meeting 9-10pm on Wednesdays at Craigswood Xcite.

New members welcome, contact us via our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ NewTownRollerGirls or email newtownrollergirls@hotmail.co.uk. Please contact us before coming to your first session so that we can sort equipment for you.

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WEST LOTHIAN RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS CLUB

League players and juniors, social and corporate events.Almondvale Stadium telephone 01506 417000 or see www.livingstonfc.co.uk

Craigwillow Centre, Craigshill, EH54 5LU. Rhythmic is gymnastics with rope, hoop, ball, clubs and ribbon. We welcome all girls from 5 -18 year old, from beginners to Elite level. For more information contact Liz McNeill – 01506 434789 or 07710 472213.

LIVINGSTON RAMBLERS GROUP We are a non profit walking group with members from around Livingston including Bathgate, Armadale, East, West and Mid Calder, Kirknewton, Blackburn, Uphall and Broxburn. We have 3 walking groups. Thursdays, once a fortnignt offering walks of 5 – 8 miles, starting at 10.00 am. Saturday Challenge walks starting at 7.00 or 7.30 am, walks include Corbetts and Munros. Sunday Venture walks start at 8.00am and offer a variety of walks of 7-13 miles, from coast to hills. You are welcome to try any of our walks.

Contact 01506 880980 for further information

ALMONDVALE SCOTTISH SENIORS COMPUTER CLUB Muffin Break Café, Almondvale Centre, Livingston. For the over 50s to find out what you can do with your computer, laptop, iPad/tablet or smartphone device. Enjoy the experience; learn and share! Tuesday mornings 10am - 12 noon. Contact: Chris Cosgrove. Livingston Computer Club. Call 01506 656153 or just call in.

CRAIGSHILL GOOD NEIGHBOUR NETWORK Practical help, social and volunteering opportunities to socially isolated people of all ages in Craigshill and South Howden. Lunch club, Tuesday social club, optional transport to and from clubs, outings and befriending.

Almondbank Centre. Tel 01506 435851.

LODGE ALMONDALE SOCIAL CLUB Our Social Club convenor cordially invites all members, associate members and their guests to visit our social club. The Social Club is open every evening and Saturday afternoon (except Sunday and meeting nights) with Live Music, Dancing and Bingo every Saturday evening and Bingo every Wednesday evening.

Non members welcome. Masonic Hall, Craigshill Rd East, Livingston EH54 5DT Tel: 01506 439418.

TRAMPOLINE CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Craigwillow Centre, Craigshill 6 years + . Please call 01506 412314 for more info.

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Training Tues 7.30 pm - 9.00 pm at Craigsfarm in Craigshill 3g pitch. Friday at Craigswood sports centre playing fields 6.30pm - 8.00pm weather permitting (if weather is bad Friday’s training is held at Craigsfarm 7.30 - 8.30 pm). For further details contact Mark on 07951 528398.

Bowling Season is April – October, Social Club open all year round 7 days/week (Mon-Fri 12:30 – 23:00 & Sat/Sun 11:00 – 23:30). Entertainment plus bingo every Saturday evening and bingo every Wednesday evening. Other social events such as quiz nights, race nights, fundraisers held regularly over the year. Hall available for bookings (ex Wednesdays or Saturdays). To our members & their guests, thank you for your continued support for our Club. Non members welcome. Applications open for bowling and social membership. Deans Bowling Club, 2 Main Street, Deans, Livingston, EH54 8BE. Tel. 01506 413789 or find us on Facebook.

PARENTS TOGETHER WEST LOTHIAN Support group for families with child on the Autism Spectrum. Meet up once a month for a chat and a coffee, regular guest speakers. First Thursday of each month (during school term). For more information contact parentstogetherwestlothian@live.com DAISY DROP IN Almondbank Centre, Craigshill. Information centre for parents/carers of preschool children. Drop in, play and have fun! Open: Mon - Fri 9am - 12 noon, Mon & Thurs afternoons 1.30pm - 3.00pm.

13TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUTS Deans Community Hall. BEAVERS: 6 - 8 years. Tues 6.30 - 7.30pm.

CUBS: 8 - 10 years. Thurs 6.30 - 8.00pm. SCOUTS: 10 -14 years. Thurs 7.00 – 9.00. We are also looking for new leaders or helpers to help out on the nights. All are welcome. Please contact Steven Graham steven_graham1@ gmx.co.uk or by phone 07786638442 or 1506 630360 after 6.30pm.

CRAIGSHILL DANCE CLASS

YOGA FOR PEOPLE WITH HEALTH CONDITIONS

Riverside Wing, Craigsfarm. Wednesdays 5.30-6.30pm. Fridays 2.00– 3.00pm. Join Craigshill’s new intergenerational dance class for people over 60 and their families. There will be traditional and modern dances, no partners are required and everyone is welcome from 0 – 100. Classes will run every week except during school holidays. Seated / adapted dance for people with mobility aids and other challenges is our speciality, so everyone can take part. Every child must have a participating adult. £1 Individuals / £3 Family of 3 or more, payable each week. Can’t come but want to know more? Call: Joanne on 07521 358 239 or Jane on 07473 102 669. www.generationarts.co.uk

Ability Centre, Carmondean Centre Road. Wednesdays 1.15-2.30pm. Contact Bijam on 07966 573 804 or email: info@yogawithbijam.co.uk

SANDS LOTHIANS (STILLBIRTH & NEONATAL DEATH SOCIETY) Support group meets 2nd Monday of every month at 7-9pm Pregnancy support group – as and when required. Mother and toddler groupfor women who have other children but want to continue to chat and meet others who understand. For further information see http://sands-lothians.org. uk. Current venue Craigsfarm Community Centre, Maree Walk, Craigshill – but venue changing in 2016 please contact SANDS before attending.

WEST LOTHIAN GYMNASTICS Craigwillow Centre. Pre school classes for boys and girls, learn gymnastics in a fun and dedicated full time gymnastics facility. Classes lead by fully qualified coaches and morning, afternoon and weekend classes available for children 18 months - 3 years and 3-5 years with direct progression to recreational pathway age 5 without waiting list. First class free, please contact westlothiangymnastics@gmail.com

DEANS RAMPAGING ROOKS JUNIOR CHESS CLUB

DEANS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL PLAYGROUP Care and education for children from 2 years 6 months. Dean Community High School, Eastwood Park, Livingston. Mon-Fri 9.10am – 11.10 am term time. £20/week, or flexible days at £4/session (min of 3 per week). For more information please phone Claire or Lesley on 01506 282155 and ask for playgroup between 8.45am and 12.15pm, or pop in any time for a visit.

LIVINGSTON FIDDLERS A group of amateur musicians who meet for regular practise sessions in Deans and play for local events. New members always welcome. Must be able to read music and not suitable for complete beginners. Fiddle/accordion or any other instrument considered. Venue - St Andrews Church Hall, Deans, Livingston. Time: most Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm. Contact secretary: eric@ livingstonfiddlers.co.uk. Tel 01506 654 189. www.livingstonfiddlers.co.uk PILATES FOR PEOPLE WITH HEALTH CONDITIONS Livingston Station Community Centre. Mondays 11.00am - 12noon & Fridays 10.30-11.30am. Contact Rhona at rhonawatt@btconnect.com

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Deans Community High School - Meets every Wednesday from 5:30-7:00.

For further information contact rampagingrooks@gmail.com or just turn up during the session. Cost is £2 per session.

CHOOSE YOU YOGA Carmondean House, Carmondean Centre South, Livingston, EH54 8PT. Mon 9.45-11.00am Seasonal yoga; 6.00-7.15pm Iyengar yoga; 7.30-8.45pm Iyengar yoga. Tues 6.00-7.30pm Ashtanga yoga; 7.45-8.45pm Vinyasa flow yoga. Wed 5.30-6.30pm Seasonal yoga; 7.00-8.30pm Bihar yoga; 8.30-9.10pm Meditation. Thurs 6.00-7.15pm Iyengar yoga; 7.30-8.45pm Iyengar yoga. Fri 9.45-11.00am Iyengar yoga;4.00-5.00pm Children’s yoga age 8-12; 5.306.30pm Vinyasa Flow yoga. For information please call Eva on 07810 824195 SINGING FOR HEALTH Come and join our fortnightly singing group at the Ability Centre in Carmondean. No singing skills required! We enjoy doing our versions of classic songs together and have a great time while doing it. Cost is £1.20 per session – all welcome! Group run by Cyrenians OPAL (Older People, Active Lives), 01506 815815 or email opal@cyrenians.scot www.cyrenians.scot YOGA Carmondean Community Centre. Tuesdays 6:30-7:30. Please contact Tina on 07834 970 409 or email tina@yogamed.co.uk. See www.yogamed.co.uk

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LIVINGSTON STATION PLAYGROUP Livingston Station Community Centre - Spaces available for 2-5 year olds.

Monday – Friday mornings 9.10 – 11.30. £5 per session and £1 per week for a healthy snack. Please contact us on 07930 372345 to place your child’s name on our waiting list or see us on Facebook for more information.

DIABETES UK WEST LOTHIAN VOLUNTARY GROUP Regular group meetings are held on 1st Wednesday of each month (not January) at 7-9pm at Inveralmond Community High School, Willowbank, Ladywell Livingston. For more info contact may@dukwl.info or by phone 01506 834 877 Mob: 07708 919 064. www.west-lothian.diabetesukgroup. org. We also have Facebook and Twitter pages.

LOTHIANS MS SUPPORT GROUP Open to anyone living with Multiple Sclerosis, family & friends. Informal monthly meetings for support, information and activities. Membership and meetings free. Meet at the Ability Centre, Carmondean, EH54 8PT on the second Tuesday of each month, 7-8.30pm. For more information please contact Jeff Warren, Chairperson, on 07810 104759.

DEANS ART CLUB New Deans Community Building. Tuesdays 7 – 9pm. Beginners welcome.

We are a friendly class, £2 per adult per week, paints provided. For more information please call Jim Tripney on 01506 418838.

KIDDIES CORNER Carmondean Community Centre. For pre-school children. Kiddies Korner runs on a Tuesday and a Thursday from 9am-12.00. Parents, guardians and Childminders are all welcome

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION AND YOGA CLASSES

CAFÉ CONNECT

Carmondean Comunity Centre. FREE courses and weekly drop-in’s for cancer patients. Email: Tina@yogamed.co.uk for more information

Friendly community café with homebaking and refreshments. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-12. Dedridge Baptist Church, Quentin Rise.

Contact 01506 415837

LIVINGSTON UNITED PARISH CHURCH Meets on Sundays at Nether Dechmont Community Centre, Fells Rigg.

8.45 – Eucharist. 9.30 – All-age Worship. 10.00 – Children’s Group, Discussion Group and Coffee Bar. 11.00 – Traditional Service. Transport can be provided – call 07806 628506 to arrange. Also meets on Thursdays at Lanthorn Community Centre, Dedridge, at 10.15am for Holy Communion. www.lupc.org.uk.

UKULELE CLUB Deans Community High School. Every Tuesday from 7pm, except during July and August. All are welcome, no standard required, absolute beginners to experienced. It’s for anyone who wants to play the Uke and have fun. If interested please just turn up £2 to cover room hire.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION AND QIGONG Carmondean Community Centre. FREE courses and weekly drop-in’s for families / friends of patients. Email: Trish@bosombudsofscotland.org for more information 2ND LIVINGSTON GIRLS’ BRIGADE COMPANY Meets Tuesdays in St Andrew’s Church Hall 4A Main Street, Deans.

Explorers (P1-3) 6.30-7.45. Juniors (P4-7) 6.30-8.00. Brigaders (S1-6) 6.30-8.00. For further information email lazylaura@sky.com, phone Laura Brooks on 01506 418272 or find us on facebook.

RAINBOWS, BROWNIES, GUIDES Rainbow units (girls 5 - 7 years) Wed & Mon nights | Brownie unit (girls 7 - 10 years) Mon nights | Guide unit (girls 10 - 14 years) Mon nights For more information see www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or email westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

DEDRIDGE DEDRIDGE GOOD NEIGHBOUR NETWORK A local voluntary organisation offering Mother/Toddler Group, Lunch & Social Groups, Craft Classes, Gentle Exercise and volunteering opportunities. Based in Lanthorn Community Complex. Tel: 01506 416137 SPACE ACADEMY CHILDREN’S CLUB Monthly club for primary aged children held on the last Friday of each month from 1.30-3.30pm at the Lanthorn Community Centre. Games, stories, songs, science, crafts, cooking and more – free of charge. Visit facebook.com/lepyouth or call 07861 455121 for more information.

JYHS BADMINTON CLUB At James Young High School on Saturdays. Open to school children in the Livingston area of any age or ability. Primary School age (P1-P7) 9am - l0am.

High School age (S1-S6) l0am - 11am. Contact: Ann (01506 438717) or Joyce (01506 462430).

DEDRIDGE SPIRITUALIST CHURCH Crofthead Community Centre, Templer Rise. Wednesdays 7.30pm. We are one of the oldest running spiritualist church in Livingston. We have been serving the community since 1985. We have a different medium every week.

Noadmissionfee.FindusonFacebookandwebsite:dedridgespiritualstchurch.co.uk LIVINGSTON CAMERA CLUB Crofthead Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge. We meet every Monday evening at 7:15pm - 9:30pm. All welcome. Annual subscription £25, weekly attendance £2.50 (concessions available). Annual programme of visiting speakers, members digital, print & AV evenings, internal & external competitions, tutorials and outings. The central aim of the club is to encourage individual members to share ideas, knowledge and experience, and develop their photographic skills. www.livingstoncameraclub.org. uk. Email – contact@livingstoncameraclub.org.uk Facebook – www.facebook.com/ livingstoncameraclub twitter – www.twitter.com/LiviCamClub

THE LANTHORN TODDLERS GROUP – MUSIC MAKERS Meets on Mondays in the Lanthorn Community Complex, Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge. From 9:45 to 10:45 - £1 per session THE LANTHORN TODDLERS GROUP – PARENT & TODDLERS Meets on Fridays in the Lanthorn Community Complex, Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge From 10:00am to 12 noon. Snack provided - £1 per session. Contact Susanne Brunton at lanthorntoddlers@gmail.com Or find us on Facebook Lanthorn Toddler Group.

CAFE CONNECT EXTRA For those suffering with dementia and their carers. 1st Wednesday of the month 2pm-3:30pm. Dedridge Baptist Church, Quentin Rise. Contact 01506 415837.

LUNCH CLUB 12:30pm every Thursday for any over 60s. Dedridge Baptist Church, Quentin Rise. Contact 01506 41583.

BUMP AND BABY GROUP Dedridge Baptist Church. For precrawling babies and their carers - Mondays 9:30-11. Come and have a cuppa and a natter with other new and expecting parents while your little one enjoys themselves.

CROFTHEAD HICKORY HOUSE PLAYGROUP Crofthead Community Education Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge, EH54 6DG. For children 2-3 years. Mon-Fri 9.15-11.15am term time. £4.50/ day includes healthy snack. For more info call 01506 467650, email crofheadhickoryhouse@gmail.com or visit www.croftheadhickoryhouse.co.uk WEST LOTHIAN DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP A free self-help group for adults living with depression, low mood and anxiety or those who support others. We meet the first Wednesday of every month at 7.00 - 9.00pm within Crofthead Farm, Dedridge, EH54 6DG. DEDRIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP Wednesdays 9.15am – 11.15am: Baby and Toddler group (children 0-5 years old) Fridays 10-11am: Little Fishes. (Children 0-5 years old) 50p per child. Crafts and snacks. 01506 415837 Facebook: Dedridge Baptist Church 0-5 groups.

LIVINGSTON & DISTRICT AMATEUR RADIO SOCIETY (LADARS) Full amateur radio station at the club operating on the High Frequency and VHF bands. Crofthead Farm Community Education Centre, Crofthead Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge, Tuesdays 7-9 pm. Training can be provided to achieve all levels of the amateur license by fully accredited assessors and trainers. Happy to assist with your radio and electronics projects or just to get you started with amateur radio as a hobby. Come along and speak to the world.

See our website www.LADARS.org.uk or just come along on any Tuesday.

BRIGHTER DAYS Support group for families living with ADHD and assosciated disorders. The group meets once a fortnight on a Thursday at Crofthead Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge 7 – 9pm. For more info see www.brighter-days.com or email brighter_days@rocketmail.com. Kids club coming soon - every Saturday weekly for children. Activities available will include arts, crafts and music.

1ST LIVINGSTON GIRLS BRIGADE COMPANY The Lanthorn Community Complex, Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge. Meet on Wednesday evenings. Explorers (P1-3) 6.15pm till 7.15pm. Juniors (P4-7) 7.15pm till 8.30pm. Brigaders (S1+) 7.15pm till 8.45pm. For further information email 1stlivingstongb@gmail.com or phone Holly Morrison on 01506 420225.

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5TH LIVINGSTON BOYS’ BRIGADE Thursdays in the Lanthorn Community Complex, Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge. Anchor Section P1-P3 meet 6:30 to 7:45pm. Junior Section P4-P6 from 6:30-8:00pm. Company Section P7 to 18 years from 7:30 to 9:45pm. For further information contact Stuart Dalgleish 01506 440303 or email admin@5livingston.co.uk BABY & TODDLER ACTIVIES Kidzeco Livingston, 3a The Centre, Almondvale South, Livingston, EH54 6NB. Monthly sling meets (Baby Wearing West Lothian). Please contact Kidzeco Livingston on 01506 238283 for more information. Large family area with feeding/changing area and play area for children too!

LIVINGSTON SOUTH COMMUNITY CHURCH With roots in Church of Scotland, Methodist, Scottish Episcopal & United Reformchurch since 1966. SCO Number 44088. We serve the south of the town, worshipping each Sunday at 10am. The 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month in Lanthorn Community Centre, Kenilworth Rise, 2nd & 4th Sundays in Murieston Village Hall. Sunday club for the children runs at same time as service. We are on Facebook, or e-mail livingstonsouthcommunitychurch@ gmail.com for weekly updates.

LANTHORN READERS Lanthorn Library, Dedridge. Informal and relaxed reading group.

Free. Group meets monthly and is an ideal way to have some fun and lively discussion over tea/coffee & biscuits. New members always welcome. Please contact 01506 777700 or lanthorn.lib@westlothian.gov.uk

HOWDEN GOSH - GROUP OSTOMY SELF HELP Led by volunteers, we are there to help, advise, encourage and discuss problems which may arise in the management of members’ Stoma, from time to time.

Members can exchange views on how they manage their Stoma, and beginners can pick up tips on the best way other Ostomists have found to solve problems.

Remember, you are not alone. We meet in St. Johns Hospital at 7.30pm on the last Wednesday of each month in OPD4. All Ostomists and their partner/ friend are invited. For more info contact Alistair on 01506-822695.

ST MUNGO’S LIVINGSTON NEW! Come be part of our vibrant church community which meets every Sunday, 10.30am @ St Margaret’s Academy. www.stmungos.org 29TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUT GROUP Community Wing, Toronto Primary School. Cubs Mon 6.30-8.00pm, Beavers Wed 6.30-7.30pm, Scouts Wed 7.30-9.00pm Tel 01506 441852 BRAID HOUSE DAY CENTRE Labrador Avenue, Howden. Social activities for older members of the community. Bowling, art, music. Drop-in service for people who can make their own way to Braid House and can have lunch and join in a range of activities. Cost £5. For more info contact 01506 430615 or see www. braidhouse.co.uk

LANTHORN BOOK BASHERS

LIVINGSTON ART ASSOCIATION

Lanthorn Library, Dedridge. Are you aged between 8 – 11 years old? Come and join the Library Book Bashers. We meet once a month on a Thursday at 6.15pm to discuss our favourite books. New members welcome. Please call 01506 777700 for information.

Howden Park Centre. Day and evening classes in painting and pottery for all levels. For more details call 01506 440449 email liviartassoc@msn.com or see www.livingston-art-assoc.org.uk.

LIVINGSTON AMATEUR FLUTE ENSEMBLE A voluntary group for learning and improving technique of playing flute, percussion, recorder & keyboard. We play a variety of music. Everyone is welcome from experienced players to those wishing to learn and those who played at school and want to get back to playing. Our classes cater for adults and children from 6 years. Thursdays 7 – 9 pm in Crofthead Farm Community Centre, Livingston. For further information please contact Alice on 01506 462623. Email mgolshan@btinternet.com

ELIBURN

CELEBRATE RECOVERY NEW! Livingston Free Church, 7 Jackson Place, Eliburn, EH54 6RH Tuesdays 7.30 to 9.00pm. If you're struggling with addiction issues come along or tel. Brian 07534 335528 Email brianwilsonferguson@outlook.com 14TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUT TROOP Peel Primary School. Girls and boys. Beavers (6-8yrs) Mon 6.15-7.15pm, Scouts (10-14yrs) Mon 7.30-9pm, Cubs (8-10yrs). Thurs 6.30-8pm £20/£25 per session, 3 sessions per year. Contact Mary Tel 01506 416620.

SUNSHINE BREAK, SPPA (Scottish Pre-School Play Association) Group Eliburn Community Centre, Peel Primary School. Toddlers, Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9.00 – 11.00am. After school club for Primary 1-7, Mon – Thur 3.15 – 6.00pm, Fri 12.30 – 6.00pm, during school holidays 8.30am – 5.30pm. Tel 01506 415492.

CHURCH OF CHRIST Garden Place, Eliburn, EH54 6RA, Livingston. Service Times: Sunday Bible Study and Sunday School - 10.00 am.; Worship Service - 11.15 am; Tuesday Bible Study - 7.30 pm.

LITTLE JEWELS BABY AND TODDLER GROUP Free Church of Scotland, Jackson Place, Eliburn. Tuesdays 10-11:30am, term time only. Play time, craft, snack and songs for babies, toddlers and their parents/carers. 50p per family. For more information email littlejewelslivingston@gmail.com or visit us at www.facebook.com/ littlejewelslivingston

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FIREFLY ARTS Firefly Arts provide fun and friendly theatre, film and drama workshops for children and young people (5 to 25 years) in venues across West Lothian.

Call 08447 744496 or email admin@firefly-arts.co.uk for more information on our current programme. Firefly Arts Ltd, Howden Park Centre, Livingston, EH54 6AE www.firefly-arts.co.uk email admin@firefly-arts.co.uk LIVINGSTON 20 MILERS CYCLE RIDES Monthly free guided ride organised by volunteers from West Lothian Sustrans Group. 20 milers are at the easy to moderate level, suitable for occasional and less experienced cyclists to encourage cycling for leisure and commuting. We favour easy paths and gentle gradients where possible, and aim to avoid heavy traffic. We will wait on stragglers, help with punctures.

The rides are not suitable for unaccompanied children. We meet monthly at Howden Park Centre, details on our web or Twitter page. Email: livi20milers@outlook.com Web: http://livi20milers.blogspot.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LMilers RAINBOWS, BROWNIES, GUIDES Rainbow units (girls 5 - 7 years), Brownie unit (girls 7 - 10 years), and Guide unit (girls 10 - 14 years) all take place on Tues nights in Howden.

For more information see www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or email westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

KNIGHTSRIDGE MESSY CHURCH Monthly time of craft, celebration and food for all the family held on the first Sunday of each month from 4-6pm at Mosswood Community Centre. Free of charge, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Visit facebook.com/ lepyouth or call 07861 455121 for more information.

BABY/TODDLER STORIES AND SINGING SESSIONS Knightsridge Early Years Centre, Cameron Way. Mon, Tues, Thur: 09.15 – 11.15am or 12.45 – 2.45pm – “In Betweenies”. Wed: 1.00 – 2.00pm – “Baby Peet” - stories and singing, baby/toddler drop in 1.00 – 3.30pm. For more info tel 01506 444970.

RAINBOWS, BROWNIES, GUIDES

RAINBOW, BROWNIES, GUIDES

Rainbow unit for girls aged 5-7, Tuesday nights. For more information see wwwgirlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or email westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com

Rainbow unit (girls 5 - 7 years) Wed nights.

Brownie unit (girls 7 - 10 years) Mon nights Guide unit (girls 10 - 14 years) Mon nights. For more information see www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or email westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

LADYWELL

CELEBRATE RECOVERY NEW! Forrestbank Community Centre, Forrestbank, EH54 6DX Thursdays 1.30pm to 3.00pm. If you're struggling with addiction issues come along or tel. Brian 07534 335528 Email brianwilsonferguson@outlook.com WEST LOTHIAN DIABETES UK GROUP Inveralmond Community High School, Ladywell, EH54 6HW. Meet monthly on the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm. See http://www.west-lothian. diabetesukgroup.org ALMOND VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH A Church for you and your Family! Sunday School and Worship services starting at 11am. Meeting at the Newyearfield Farm Community Centre on Hawkbrae in Livingston. Contact phone number 07570 790862 or email at avbc@btinternet.com KIDS CLUB Forrestbank Community Centre. A varied programme of educational games, art & drawing, children 5-9yrs. Mon 6.00 - 7.45pm £1 per week – term time only. Tel 01506 430035.

LADYWELL NEIGHBOURHOOD NETWORK 28 Heatherbank, Ladywell. Community services in Ladywell, a range of social groups including craft, lunch club, fitness. Befriending service and much more.

For more information call 01506 437746 or see www.ladywellnn.org.uk LADYWELL STAR COMMUNITY FOOTBALL CLUB Inveralmond Community High School. A range of teams and fixtures. See www.ladywellstarcfc.co.uk SPPA (SCOTTISH PRE-SCHOOL PLAY ASSOCIATION) GROUP Newyearfield Farm. Toddlers Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri: 09.30 – 11.30am. Tel 01506 462458 MEMORY CAFE Newyearfield Farm Community Centre, Hawk Brae, EH54 6AB. For those suffering with dementia and their carers. Runs the first Thursday of every month 2pm to 3.30pm.

WEST LOTHIAN BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meets on the first Tuesday of each month, in Oscars, Ladywell, from 7pm-9pm.

Further details and information, contact Nan McDonald tel: 01506 655739 RAINBOWS, BROWNIES & SENIOR SECTION Rainbow unit (girls 5 - 7 years) and Brownie unit (girls 7 - 10 years) take place on Wed nights in Ladywell. Senior Section unit (girls 14 - 25 years) take place every other Thurs night. For more information see www. girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or email westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

LIVINGSTON VILLAGE LIVINGSTON VILLAGE PLAYGROUP Based in Livingston Village Primary School, Kirkton Road North, Livingston Village. We are now part of Community Playgroups and are based in the large and bright community room of the primary school, with our own secure outdoor area. We run Monday to Friday 9.15am to 11.30am, offering early education through fun and play, with a wide range of resources, to children aged from 2 years. The cost is £7 per session and includes a varied and healthy snack every day. Pop in for a visit with your child, or please phone Cheryl or Lesley on 01506 417343 for more information.

LIVINGSTON VILLAGE PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP Livingston Village Primary School, Community Room 2.

Mondays & Wednesdays 9-11am. For babies and children aged 0-5 years accompanied by an adult. £1 per family. Term-time only. For more information email livitoddlers@yahoo.co.uk or visit www.facebook.com/livitoddlers

MURIESTON LIVINGSTON ROUND TABLE Livingston Cricket Club, Murieston, EH54 9HB. The BEST young men’s club in the world: have fun, help your community and develop new skills. If you’re a man aged 18 - 45, why not come along to a couple of events and see what we’re all about? Business meetings 1st Thurs of the month; social event 3rd Thurs of the month. For more info please email membership@livingstonroundtable.co.uk or text Join and your postcode to 60066 RAINBOW, BROWNIES, GUIDES Rainbow units (girls 5 - 7 years) Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs & Fri nights.

Brownie units (girls 7 - 10 years) Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs nights.

Guide units (girls 10 - 14 years) Mon & Tues nights.

Senior Section unit (girls14 - 25 years) Thurs nights. For more information see www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or email westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

KINGS CHURCH @ WEST LOTHIAN A relaxed and friendly family church. Our meetings are a mix of modern worship, relevant teaching from the bible and fun activities for kids. Visit us online at www.kingschurchwl.org or contact connect@kingschurchwl.org for more info.

LIVINGSTON SOUTH COMMUNITY CHURCH With roots in Church of Scotland, Methodist, Scottish Episcopal & United Reformchurch since 1966. SCO Number 44088. We serve the south of the town, worshipping each Sunday at 10am. The 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month in Lanthorn Community Centre, Kenilworth Rise, 2nd & 4th Sundays in Murieston Village Hall.

Sunday club for the children runs at same time as service. We are on Facebook, or e-mail livingstonsouthcommunitychurch@gmail.com for weekly updates.

LIVINGSTON CRICKET CLUB Cricket fixtures & busy social calendar. See www.livingstoncricketclub.co.uk or tel: 07799 025795 LIVINGSTON BRIDGE CLUB Meets every Wednesday from the first Wednesday in September until the last Wednesday in March at Bankton Mains Bowling Club, 6.45 for 7.00 pm start.

Contact Dorothy Doak 01506 437977 for more information.

MURIESTON PARENT AND TODDLER Thursday 9.30am till 11am. Murieston Village Hall. £1.50 per morning.

LIVI DADS Playgroup for dads and preschoolers. Craft, snack, games, music and bacon rolls for the dads. Every Saturday 10-11.30am Livingston Village Community Centre, EH54 7EQ

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ACCOUNTANT/BOOKKEEPING AKT Bookkeeping APPLIANCE REPAIR John Caldwell Home Appliance Repair

BATHROOMS 1st Choice Living Bathgate Bathroom Studio Ellis & Scott Kitchens & Bathrooms BEAUTY Beauty Within Therapies Love Your Life Now BLINDS & SHUTTERS Harvey Bruce

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CLEANING SERVICES Clean Bee Domestic Cleaning White Cleaning Company

COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES Leigh Kerr Reflexology Little Whispers Sanctuary Heavenly touch COMPUTER SERVICES Sprint Computers CONSERVATORIES CR Smith COUNSELLING Rosanna Veitch

DENTIST Lothian Dental Laboratory No.9 Dental

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIR DC Double Glazing ELECTRICIAN D B Electrics Electric Al Riddell Electrical

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FOOD & GROCERIES Hornigs Haggis

FURNITURE & FURNISHINGS Harvey Bruce

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GARAGE DOORS Max's Garage Doors Ltd

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GYM/HEALTH CLUB Cambridge Weight Plan HAIRDRESSER Back II Black Eskimo Blonde Hair

HANDYMAN GDC Handy Services HEATING SERVICES Mech A Tech HOTEL Courtyard Marriott

IRONING SERVICES Iron Breeks and Blouses

JOB OPPORTUNITIES Lidl Recruitment Developing the Young Workforce

JOINER Create Enhanced Spaces Geoff Vinter Joinery Domestic Joinery and Maint. Ser.

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MOBILITY Ableworld Scot Mobility

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OVEN CLEANER The Clean Team

PAINTER/DECORATOR Braekirk Decorators David J Lane Donald Does It All EDC Painters & Decorators Manic Street Painters Nu Walls PET SERVICES Animal Magic Dapper Dogs

PICTURE FRAMING Almondvale Picture Framing PLASTERING Nu Walls Top 2 Bottom Plastering

PLUMBING SERVICES Almondvale Plumbing & Heating Ser. BJ Fleming EPH Milex Heating Plumb It RESTAURANT Heritage Indian Restaurant Karma Liberta Restaurant ROAD SURFACING J & L Road Surfacing

ROOFING Pentland Roofing Worlds End Roofing & Building

TRUSTED TRADER SCHEME West Lothian Trusted Trader TUITION Sax Lessons

VET Riverside Veterinary Practice Inglis Vets WASTE DISPOSAL Bare Bins

WINDOWS 1st Choice Living CR Smith DC Double Glazing

YOGA CENTRE Choose You (Wellness Hub)

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MOTORHOME (HIRE/SALE) Motorhome Hire Scotland

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KITCHENS Create Enhanced Spaces Dream Doors Ellis & Scott Kitchens & Bathrooms S & S Home Improvements Epiphany Kitchens & Bathrooms LEAFLET DELIVERY The Leaflet Lady

SECURITY SERVICES Circle Security

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ACROSS: 7 Type of fruit (6), 8 Opulence (6), 9 Touch (4), 10 Start (8), 11 Modified (7), 13 Impede (5), 15 Remove from home (5), 17 Water closets (7), 20 Calculation (8), 21 Horrid (4), 23 Male relatives (6), 24 Snub (6) DOWN: 1 Manufactured (4), 2 Horse's fastest pace (6), 3 Observed (7), 4 Chubby (5), 5 Specialist (6), 6 Piece of jewellery (8), 12 Splitting (8), 14 Advisory group (7), 16 Cold (6), 18 Caring (6), 19 Slightly drunk (5), 22 Lie in wait (4)

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