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Get in shape for the summer Your local guide to health and fitness

plus local businesses, community information and more!

The community magazine for Livingston

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With thoughts turning to the summer at last, we've put together a guide to help you get fit and in shape for the season. We were very impressed with the huge range of services available locally, and the feature is packed with tips and local businesses to help you get into shape and feel good.

Message from the Editor

We've teamed up with Norton House Health Club in Ingliston to run a fantastic competition as part of this feature. You could win one month's family membership and a spa day for two! Every entrant will receive a complimentary day pass for two, so well worth entering! In addition, they are offering an exclusive joining offer for konect readers, see pages 20 - 21 for details of the joining offer and competition. The cover is from last year's Bing Blazer – see page 15 for details of this year's event.

A big thank you to everyone who entered our reader survey from the April issue.

We loved reading all the positive comments and also your ideas for what should be included in konect. We are collating the responses and will be focusing on your suggestions in upcoming issues.

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

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 Artwork/copy deadline: 13th of the month prior to print www.facebook.com/KonectDirectory www.konectdirectory.co.uk The Konect Directory is delivered to 20,000 homes throughout Livingston, alternating between two areas of 10,000 homes each. Copies are also left at libraries, community centres, convenience stores, post offices and other locations throughout Livingston.

Front cover: Bing Blazer 2013, photography supplied by Personal Best, Armadale

Contents Features Get in shape for summer 13 Regulars Recipe 19 Chriselle's Column 26 Style Column 28 Thought for the Month 32 Technology 40 Property Matters 48 Music Review 54 Charity of the Month 30 Competitions and Puzzles Norton House Spa competition 21 Crossword 56 Sudoku 56 Community What's on 60 Useful Information 62 Clubs & Classes 63 Index of Advertisers 66

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West Lothian

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What Do Tarot Readers Do?

by Bernie Rowen CG Jung coined the phrase “synchronicity”; this has meant many different things to different people. The actual meaning according to Jung is ‘synchronicities are meaningful coincidence’.

When a tarot reader sees a card in a particular placement in a reading s/he would translate the symbolism depicted in the card and put it into the context of the client’s life. When the client draws the cards, contemplating their question, the moment in time that this takes place carries information, as universal consciousness is available to be tapped into.

It is understood by academics and mystics alike that the symbolism of tarot has evolved and that it doesn’t have a clear cut history as to how it has come to be the card system that it is today.

When you consult a reader it is a very good idea to have a clear question in mind; the cards might show that a different area of your life requires your attention.

To learn more give Bernie a call to make an appointment on 07736 067227.

Bernie Rowen is a registered psychotherapist with many a modality under her belt. She brings a fresh idea to counseling and talking therapy by the inclusion of astrology data to develop the most individual treatment possible, so why not invest in yourself?

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Get in Shape for the Summer Your Local Guide to Health and Fitness The weather is improving, summer holidays booked for the lucky ones who are getting away, layers of thick cover-up clothing coming off... it's a good time to be thinking about getting fit and losing a bit of excess weight. In fact it's always a good time to think about improving fitness, so the konect team have been speaking to a lot of people involved in the fitness industry locally to pull together some ideas for you. Humans are complicated and there is no such thing as one solution that suits everyone.

But we've come up with an astounding variety of options all available in the local area, and regardless of your current fitness level, age, interests and time you have available, you'll be able to find something to suit you.

From gentle walking with a group through to serious fitness training such as Crossfit Bathgate, there is a huge range of activities that you can do in a group or individually.

Martial arts for adults and children (you may have seen Kuk Sool Won demonstrations in the Centre at Livingston or in Bathgate for example), dance classes, cycling, swimming, even wrestling - an energetic new Livingston-based company Reckless Intent aims to “help bring back a respectable wrestling scene to West Lothian... and offer opportunities that enable people to be involved in something positive and to help them develop skills needed in everyday life.”

We've spoken to personal trainers, specialists in post-surgery fitness, local nutritionist Edyta who has provided a healthy recipe this month too. The Clubs and Classes section at the back of konect each month is always a good source of ideas for joining a fitness class or taking up a new skill that involves physical activity.

The following are a few fun suggestions to help get you started, but always take the advice of the health and fitness professionals represented in this feature.

1 Fitness is a habit If you approach each task everyday with a view to how it can improve your fitness you'll be amazed at how, for example, not being able to find a parking space near the shop or venue you want becomes a positive thing, not a problem! Yay, I get to walk an extra 250 metres! Might even have to run if I'm a bit late too! Take the stairs not the lift – often repeated but actually true and you'll be surprised how it can change your attitude.

2 Will power is limited ... ... and let's face it, losing weight does require willpower, be it to get to your exercise class or to change your eating habits. So if you're dealing with other stresses in life that are taking up your reserves of selfcontrol and endurance, you'll find it harder to resist over-eating or skipping your class when you're tired.

View your fitness time as time-out for you from your other stresses, not just another chore that you have to fit in. And it is easier to resist junk food when you're just back from a work-out and feeling good, rather than at home feeling overwhelmed and consoling yourself with a sweet treat.

3 Morning light helps you lose weight!

No this isn't a joke... a recent study shows that people exposed to natural light in the morning are leaner than those exposed to light later in the day. And it has nothing to do with physical activity, calorie intake, age or season! It has to do with body clock and metabolism - as I said above, humans are complicated but if you're looking to lose weight and need all the help you can get, get outside in the natural light in the morning.

4 Calories eaten < calories expended = beach figure If only it were that simple. Cutting calories is an effective way to lose weight, but it has to be done in a sensible and healthy way and ideally in conjunction with regular exercise. You can't go too wrong with eating plenty of fruit and veg (the new recommendation is 7 portions a day) and cutting down on the cakes and biscuits.

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Be sensible – going without food completely is not a healthy choice, neither is crash dieting! Consulting a nutritionist is well worth it even if you only need to make small changes to your diet as they can devise a diet that is sustainable and enjoyable for you.

5 Getting children involved early in sport sets up good habits for life, and, as for adults, there is something to suit all tastes locally. Martial arts classes are a popular choice - Kuk Sool Won is a very friendly group with a large children's section called the “Wee Warriors” and many families have parents and children attending classes. Astro Gymnastics in Livingston start off with a pre-school programme called “Shooting Stars.” And of course there is always the excellent skate park and BMX tracks.

We hope this feature encourages and inspires you to make some positive changes. There really is something for everyone, so whatever your goals, look through these pages and you will find something to suit you.

Even one small change is better than nothing at all. So there is no excuse!

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3 Do 2 1/4 hours of shopping - as if you needed another reason to shop 4 2 hours 10 minutes of guitar playing (standing) and you will turn into a rock star 5 Punish a punching bag for 70 minutes - think of someone who annoys you and get swinging 6 Golf for 1 1/2 hours - only counts if you walk and carry your own clubs 7 Play with the kids for 90 minutes - will tire them out and the wee one's will love it 8 Give someone a 2 hour long massage - make sure they return the favour 9 2 hours and 20 minutes of general housework and your home will be gleaming 10 7.25 hours of laying quiet and still - deserved to make the list just to put things into perspective

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Reckless Intent Reckless Intent aims to bring back a respectable wrestling scene to West Lothian.

In early 2013 they opened their new training facility in Livingston equipped with a gym and wrestling ring which all trainees have full access to regularly.

They have spent the last year working and training their own talent and have been gaining experience by putting on live performances for family and friends. They aim to present hard hitting, high flying, fast paced action from some of the very best athletes and performers in Scotland as well as showcasing their own talent from the Reckless Intent Wrestling School, as well as offering opportunities for people to be involved in something positive and to help them develop skills needed in everyday life : discipline, sportsmanship and self-confidence.

Reckless Intent Entertainment wants to continue to work with charities and help give something back to the community. Last year at Party in the Park 2013 they presented a representative from SSAFA with a cheque for £200, and have also held fundraising events for Sick Kids and The Playback Trust.

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West Lothian Council Health Improvement Team All services offered by the council's Health Improvement Team are free. You can access these groups just by coming along, or contact the Health Improvement Team for more information.

Put Your West Foot Forward offer FREE volunteer led health walks across West Lothian to help people become more active. Walks are suitable for individuals of all levels of ability. Volunteers are trained to encourage everyone to walk at their own pace, for as little or as long as they feel able – anything from 10 minutes up to an hour. After the walk, most groups enjoy social time with the chance to have a cuppa and a blether.

For details of where and when the walks meet, please contact the Health Improvement Team on 01506 775626 or hit@westlothian.gov.uk.

Everyone is welcome.

Over the summer we will also be introducing FREE community led bike rides to encourage people of all ages who have never cycled before or are just a bit rusty, to enjoy getting active outdoors.

There will be opportunities to have your bike checked over for safety, gradually build up your cycling skills and confidence, and learn some basic maintenance skills such as how to repair a puncture.

You can also BORROW a bike FREE of charge from one of our new lending libraries. Please contact the Health Improvement Team to find out more – email hit@westlothian.gov.uk or call 01506 775626.

FREE Weight Management Weigh and Go service Health Improvement Team offer a FREE weigh and go service in four venues across West Lothian. Run by trained Counterweight facilitators, the drop-in service offers weigh ins and information to support anyone who is looking for assistance in losing weight.

For more information please contact Health Improvement Team on 01506 775626 or email hit@westlothian.gov.uk

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The Weigh and Go service is currently available at The Lanthorn Community Centre, Dedridge; Bathgate Partnership Centre; Whitburn Community Centre and Strathbrock Community Centre, Broxburn.

We also run the Counterweight weight management programme as part of NHS Lothian weight management service.

This service is available through GP referral only.

See also www.getcooking.org “Get Cooking” runs courses locally to improve confidence and skills to prepare healthy food by organising local cooking skills classes based on healthy eating on a budget.

They are based within West Lothian Council's Health Improvement Team.

Get Cooking When cooking why not try : Use low fat ingredients instead of full fat Use cornflour instead of roux to thicken sauces Substitute cream in sauces for alternatives such as yoghurt or use half the amount mixed with skimmed milk Cut all visible fat off meat Use soya alternatives instead of meat

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by Michael Smith, Personal Best, Armadale Exercise is good for us, but with so many different ways to exercise it’s hard to know which is best.

Michael Smith, an exercise professional from Personal Best in Armadale, reviews High Intenisty Interval Training (HIIT) and why the fitness industry is going crazy for it.

If you want to spend less time exercising, reduce body fat, promote muscle tone and have a session that can be adapted specifically for individuals then HIIT may be exactly what you are looking for!

Less time exercising and great results – HIIT is designed to be quick. Short sessions and efficient workouts that are perfect for busy people.

Less body fat – Accelerating and decelerating during exercising burns lots of calories. The change of pace not only keeps exercise fresh, but the additional calories burned benefit reducing body fat. As well as burning more calories HIIT releases hormones that target body fat.

The combination of cortisol and growth hormone produced during HIIT targets body fat as an energy source. More fat used, less fat stored.

Specific to you – HIIT does not need to be top speed.

It can be adapted to any individual by changing the work/ rest duration and intensity. Exercises can also be adapted for injuries and health conditions. It does not need to be high impact; it does not need to use your whole body it can be tailored around your needs by an exercise professional.

Value for money – Shorter time means reduced prices such as the Personal Best Insanity package.

We always recommend you seek the advice of an exercise professional, before taking on a new exercise regime, especially if you have specific injuries or health conditions.

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First and foremost everybody is different. We are different weights, shapes, ages, health levels and are at different stages of life. So why do we all try to follow the same diet plans? We need to get specific.

Decide what your goal is. Measure what you want to change and then make a change.

Set a goal – You need to decide what you want from nutrition. List what you like - eating should be enjoyable. It gives us energy, tastes great and makes us feel good. If you are not enjoying what you eat then it’s not sustainable.

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into a tailored meal plan. Measure it – If you plan to change body fat or body shape measure it. If you plan to improve health, measure it. Measure it so you know if it works. Please note that weight loss can be water, muscle, bone density and energy stores... not only fat.

Get advice - If you don’t know what you should be doing then speaking with a nutrition professional can help to build you a plan and give you the direction for success.

At Edyta B Nutrition we deliver specific and convenient nutrition plans which give you energy, taste great and get results. Contact your local dietician for more advice at edytabnutrition@ outlook.com.

Edyta B Nutrition has provided a healthy recipe for you to try this month, see recipe opposite.

Are you looking for a meal plan and nutritional advice that: • Tastes good • Is convenient for your lifestyle • Designed specifically for you • Gives you energy • Gets results

If this is what you want then contact us.

Our consultations cover every aspect of eating and your goals to create the solution for your lifestyle and nutritional balance.

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Recipe

Chicken Curry

By Edyta B Nutrition Local dietician See www.facebook.com/Edytabnutrition Chicken 700g Garlic 15g Low fat Greek natural yoghurt 200g Wholemeal rice 160g Korma powder 1 Tbsp Curry powder 1 Tbsp Olive oil 1 Tbsp

Add oil to a frying pan and heat. Add the garlic to the frying pan and leave until brown (approximately 1-2 minutes). Add the chopped chicken and sauce to the frying pan until the chicken is cooked thoroughly (approximately 10-15 minutes).

Add the rice to the frying pan. Leave the rice to cook for approximately 2 minutes and then serve.

Per serving (makes 4) Kcal – 461; Protein – 52g; Carbohydrates– 40g; Fat – 10g

Boil the wholemeal rice until soft. While the rice is boiling wash and clean chicken then chop chicken into preferred size. Mix natural yoghurt with the korma and curry powder to make the sauce. Place the chicken into the sauce and mix it together.

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Livingston Round Table Fun Run 1st June 2014 Following last year’s very popular and successful event Livingston Round Table will be holding 5k and 10k fun runs on 1st June. Both runs will start at 11am at St Margaret’s Academy and take in Livingston Village, Deans, Eliburn, Howden Park and Almondvale Park.

Last year’s event included 300 runners of all abilities from experienced club runners to complete beginners.

The event raised over £1000 which was distributed amongst local good causes which were selected by the race winners.

This year all runners will be chip timed and everyone who completes the course will receive a competitor’s medal.

Event and route details are available on the “Livingston Fun Run” facebook page and anyone who would like to take part should sign up online at www.q-buster.co.uk.

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Chrisselle's Column

Play Your Cards Right

By Chrisselle Mowatt As you all know, mental health is something that I’m extremely passionate about. So passionate in fact that I founded a support group for sufferers called Don’t Lose Your Grip.

Last year we held some coffee mornings to help raise funds for SAMH (Scottish Association of Mental Health) and this year, we’re helping some friends do the same, but in a different way.

A friend of mine from college and his family are holding a charity night in Craigshill Rugby Club this month to raise money for SAMH and hopefully raise awareness of mental health issues and suicide in the process.

The event is casino themed and sure to be a huge success, with live music and casino fun for you to

enjoy, it’s a great night out for a wonderful cause.

Don’t Lose Your Grip are proud to sponsor this event and would like to invite all of you to come and help us spread the awareness of mental health and raise some desperately needed funds for a wonderful and well deserving charity.

Tickets are £5 and can be bought via myself at me@ chrisselle.com or from Duncan Taylor who can be contacted via this mobile number: 07815799626.

The event is on Saturday the 10th of May and will be running from 7:30pm until late. As well as casino fun and live music, there will also be a pop up photo booth that you can enjoy which will be hosted by Duncan and I. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Night out: Nice pair of heels, again pick out a colour and stick to that for your shoes - that helps give the illusion of a longer leg. Pair with a plain bodice top or go adventurous with a clashing print.

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Thought for the month

Taking in the Good

By Tina Gilbert Rick Hanson, in his book “Hardwiring Happiness,” talks about the science of reshaping your brain to develop inner strengths needed for well-being, coping and success.

He says the brain is the most important organ in your body and what happens to it is determined by what you think and feel, say and do. Rick talks about taking in the good a few times a day, a dozen seconds at a time and the more you do this the more it will naturally grow enabling you to feel more joy, calm and strength inside.

Using the acronym HEAL: Have a positive experience and Enrich it. Absorb it. Link positive and negative

material so that positive soothes and even replaces negative. How do you do this?

Each time something good happens, pause to feel it and let it drop in. For example, if you want to feel more gratitude, keep resting your mind on feeling thankful or appreciative.

We are normally hardwired for a negative bias and so focusing on the positive and the many small positive things happening around us all the time can sensitise your brain to positive experiences so they become inner strengths more quickly and easily.

When you learn the skills of taking in the good this can help you to see the good in yourself, in the world and in other people.

We are often so self critical that spending time to grow the seeds of good in the brain and see the good in yourself must be worth it.

Tina lives in Livingston and teaches yoga and meditation. Visit her website at www.yogamed.co.uk.

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An option for kids’ entertainment in-car is a tablet. Cheaper tablets such as Tesco’s Hudl (£119), Google’s Nexus 7 (£199) or Apple’s iPad Mini (£249) make excellent video players, and they don’t suffer from the scratched discs or skipping that can plague in-car DVD systems.

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Property Matters

Track Your Sale

By Craig Turpie One of the greatest frustrations in the moving process can be poor communication. If you are buying or selling, we believe you’ll want to know exactly what progress is being made, immediately and with transparency. Not only that, but as we are fully accountable to you, you deserve to know what we are doing and how effectively we are working on your behalf!

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The internet age might have depersonalised many aspects of our lives. However, when so much hangs on the speed and efficiency of the sales and legal process, it’s good to know that on-line tracking is one use of technology that has certainly been harnessed for the better.

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Music Review

The Regal Music Club

by James Kerr

then this is still open to you. The occasional stodgy filler (“Your Sister Can’t Twist”) and an ill-judged cod-Jamaican vocal (“Jamaican Jerk-Off”) do little damage overall to what is probably the high-water mark of the John/Taupin partnership. Venturing onto disc two, the initial nine songs are a strange and half-hearted tribute whereby various current artists (and credit where due, not the most obvious) tackle a selection of tracks resulting in the all-time low of Fall Out Boy's unnecessary version of "Saturday Nights Alright For Fighting". The remainder of disc 2 is a high quality recording of Elton in concert in 1973, even if only four of the eight live songs relate to the album.

A monster double LP in lavishly illustrated gatefold sleeve on first release in October 1973, Elton John's ninth album "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" has hit its fortieth birthday with 2CD and mammoth 4CD/DVD versions.

To get the entire 1973 Hammersmith Odeon concert along with a pile of demos, B sides, early takes and documentary DVD you have to splash out for the "Super Deluxe" edition. Possibly only of interest if you have lived with the album for forty years, want an alternative path down the yellow brick road, and are prepared to say goodbye to about £40.

In the widely promoted 2CD version, the original 17 tracks fit comfortably onto one disc so if you want to stay true to the classic run from “Funeral to a Friend” through to “Harmony” and all stops in-between,

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The Daks Building, Polbeth EH55 8TJ

Children’s Nursery “Where your child comes first”

01506 466668

www.stepbystep-childcare.co.uk We offer flexible childcare and creche facilities.

For more information contact Lynne Robertson Prices include nappies & wipes, 2 course lunch and morning & afternoon snacks

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

Check our Facebook page for offers

Term time: Wed-Sat 10.15am - 6pm, Sun 11am - 6pm School Holidays: Mon-Sat 10.15am - 6pm, Sun 11am - 6pm

Meal Deal on Wed & Thur (term time)

Unlimited Softplay + lunch box / hot meal £5.50 per child

New Exclusive parties - Wed & Thur - 6pm - 8pm £250 for 25 children (see online for more details)

Step by Step Nursery, Centrex House, 1 Simpson Parkway, Kirkton Campus Livingston, EH54 7BH (Opp. Lloyds Bank) Find us on Facebook

Children's Birthday Parties from £6.95 per child

Open 7 days during school holidays!

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The Jack & Jill Market Where Smart Mums Sell & Save

Baby & Kids Market Monthly In Livingston It’s Saturday this month!

31st May 10.30—1.00pm West Lothian College Almondvale Crescent EH54 7EP

45 stalls every month bursting with quality nearly-new baby & kids buggies, bikes, clothes, cots, toys & much more! (0-9 yrs) Adults £1.50

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Quality Childcare at Careshare Open 7.30am - 6.00pm 5 days a week A purpose built Nursery which offers all inclusive packages which includes breakfast, lunch, tea Look out for our special offers throughout the year on our website For more information contact Livingston - Alba Lynne or Gemma on 01506 461100 Alba Campus, Livingston EH54 7EG Livingston - Quarrywood Court Call Caroline on 01506 460785 1a Quarrywood Court, Livingston, EH54 6AX

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Everyone welcome.

For information contact Marylin Boland on 01506 854 665 or 07753 615 687 or email marylinj45@hotmail.co.uk

Wednesday 7th May Diabetes UK May Meeting – speaker Professor Roy Taylor Diabetes and Low Calorie diets.

Inveralmond Community High School, Willowbank, Livingston, EH54 6HN. The Diabetes UK West Lothian voluntary group are delighted to welcome Professor Roy Taylor to speak about his research into diabetes and low calorie diets.

In 2011 Professor Taylor ran a research trial at Newcastle University testing whether a low-calorie liquid diet could put Type 2 diabetes into remission.

He is now taking forward a further study to compare the long-term health effects of the current best-available Type 2 diabetes care with those of a low-calorie liquid diet followed by long-term weight control.

This is a great opportunity to hear about this controversial research from

Saturday 10th May Spring Fair in aid of St John's Special Care Baby Unit and Home Start West Lothian Dedridge Baptist Church, 1-4pm.

Bouncy Castle, stalls, face painting, crafts, cafe and much more, come along and support two amazing charities.

Friday 16th May Spring Concert, Bathgate Concert Orchestra A celebration of the Scottish Homecoming year and the hosting

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of the Commonwealth Games in Scotland. Programme includes: The Hebridean Overture’ by Mendelssohn, The Braveheart soundtrack, Chariots of Fire, Nimrod by Elgar, Land of the Mountain and the Flood, and some Scottish traditional favourites to get your feet tapping.

Regal Theatre Bathgate, 7:30pm with guest performance by ‘Saxes & Sevens.

Tickets £10/£6 are available from the Regal Theatre Box Office on 01506 630085.

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May Music

Toccata Ladies Choir Annual Concert Friday 16th & Saturday 17th May 7.30pm Howden Park Centre Livingston Tickets ÂŁ10 Our musical director, Eleanor Howat, being presented with the trophy at Bangor International Choral Festival.

Toccata" is a musical term derived from Italian meaning to touch or to stroke. The choir works hard to live up to its name in its performance: touching the heart and stirring the soul.

The music is directed by Eleanor Howat, whose authoritative and inspirational conducting draws out exhilarating sounds from the choir.

Toccata recently competed in the Bangor International Choir Festival, which was a fantastic experience.

The choir sang superbly, were complimented on style and presentation and brought home the trophy for the Light Entertainment class.

It is said that music is the universal language and Toccata hopes that, after listening to our music making, the audience would surely testify to that.

There will be something for everyone, come along and join us!

For more information go to www.toccataladieschoir.co.uk

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Saturday 31st May

Saturday May 17th The Big Cleanup - Murieston Environmental Group. We will be having a full scale attack on litter and could use as much help as possible to give Muriestion a quick tidy up. The more people we have to help the more area we can cover and tidy. Litter pickers will be provided, along with bags and gloves.

Please wear suitable clothing. Exact time and meeting place TBC.

Jack & Jill Market Quality nearly-new baby and children's market.

Forty stalls bursting with quality nearly new baby and kids bargains!

West Lothian College, Almondvale Crescent, Livingston. 10:30am – 1:00pm

HOWDEN PARK CENTRE

has a busy programme of events including live music, dance, theatre, workshops and exhibitions. See their website at www.howdenparkcentre.co.uk for complete up to date listing.

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

Livingston Library Information Almondbank Library Shiel House, Shiel Walk, Craigshill, EH54 5EH. Tel: 01506 283133 email: almondbank.lib@westlothian.gov.uk Opening times Mon, Wed & Fri 09.00 – 18.00

Tues & Thu 09.00 – 20.00

Sat 09.00 – 13.00 The library will be closed on Monday 5th May Customer Enquiry Service now available providing a proactive approach to resolving all enquiries from the public at first point of contact, dealing with all types of enquiries from booking a bulky uplift to revenues and benefits Book bug - 20th May at 2.00pm. Stories, songs and rhymes for preschool children and parents.

Graphic Novel group - 22nd May 6pm – 7.30pm.

New Members Welcome.

Story time - Every Wednesday at 10.30am, for preschool children come along and enjoy a story.

Saturday Club - Every Saturday 10.30 – 11.30am. Come along and join in the activities.

Carmondean Library (Carmondean Connected), Carmondean Centre, EH54 8PT. Tel: 01506 777602 email: carmondean.lib@westlothian.gov.uk Opening times Mon, Wed & Fri 09.00 – 18.00

Tues & Thu 09.00 – 20.00

Sat 09.00 – 13.00 New High/Low Book Collection available at Lanthorn High in interest but low in boredom - Dyslexia friendly reading collection now available to borrow from Library.

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Lanthorn Library Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge, EH54 6NY Tel: 01506 777700 email: lanthorn.lib@westlothian.gov.uk NEW OPENING TIMES Lanthorn Library will now open 11.00 till 18.00 every Wednesday – to allow for staff training.

Mon & Fri 09.00 – 18.00

Tues & Thu 09.00 – 20.00

Sat 09.00 – 13.00 The library will be closed on Monday 5th May Springtime Craft - Saturday 3rd May at 10am : Come along and make your own popsicle bookmark Bookbug storytime - Wednesday 14th May at 11am All under 3’s – bring your grown up for stories and rhymes Bookgroup - Thursday 29th May at 6pm. Join our friendly meeting of book lovers and share your thoughts over a cuppa. Book choice this month is I am Pilgrim by Terry Hayes.

Follow us on Facebook or Twitter.

Computer access is available to find out about Information Services, or simply research a hobby, stay in touch with friends or look for work.

This service is available for free – simply drop into your local Library or phone to book a free slot.

New High/Low Book Collection available at Lanthorn High in interest but low in boredom - Dyslexia friendly reading collection now available to borrow from Library.

E-BOOKS ARE HERE! You can now register online and download up to 6 e-books from the library website www.westlothian.librarybooks.co.uk - full instructions on login.

EMAGAZINES Free digital magazines available to all Library customers. Popular publications available 24/7. Easily read on any internet-enabled device. Go to – https:/www.rbdigital.com/westlothian/zinio EAUDIOBOOKS have arrived! – more information from your local library The library service is available 24/7, 365 days a year on www. westlothian.gov.uk

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

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.

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

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

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

West Lothian Breast Cancer Support Group Meets on the first Tuesday of each month, in the Ability Centre, Carmondean, Livingston, from 7pm-9pm.

Further details and information, contact Nan McDonald tel: 01506 655739

CRAIGSHILL Trampoline Classes for children NEW! Craigwillow Centre, Craigshill 6 years + .

Please call 01506 412314 for more information.

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

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

Craigshill Thistle u15’s 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.

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

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diabetesukgroup.org. We also have Facebook and Twitter pages.

Livingston Station Playgroup Livingston Station Community Centre Spaces available for 2 – 5 yr olds, Mon-Thurs 9.30-11.50am, Fri 9.15-11.30am £4 per day plus £1 per wk for healthy snack.

Contact us on 07954 044260 to place your child’s name on our waiting list or see us on facebook for more info.

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 2 per week).

For more information please phone Cheryl 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

Lothians MS Support Group Open to anyone living with Multiple Sclerosis, family & friends. Informal fortnightly meetings for support, information and activities.

Membership and meetings free. For more info and for dates of this month’s fortnightly meetings, contact Val on valsteward1msgroup@yahoo.co.uk or call 01506 201107. Fortnightly meetings are at the Ability Centre, Livingston, EH54 8PT on a Tueday 7pm–8.30pm.

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 Diabetes UK West Lothian Voluntary Group NEW! 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.

Carmondean Community Centre, For Preschool Children.

Tues 9.00am – 12 noon. Child minders available Mon & Wed 9.00am – 12 noon.

For more info tel 01506 439568.

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DEDRIDGE The Lanthorn Toddlers Group – Music Makers NEW! 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 NEW! 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.

Baby and Toddler 0-5 years - Wednesdays 9:15-11:15 am.

Cafe Connect Friendly community cafe with homebaking and refreshments Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-12 Dedridge Baptist Church, Quentin Rise. Contact 01506 415837

Dementia Cafe 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

Livingston Camera Club Crofthead Farm Community Education Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge, EH54 6DG Every Mon 7.15pm-9.30pm from early Sept to late May. (Summer syllabus between these dates).

Evening activities incl. speakers, competitions, photo editing, studio and lighting classes. www.livingstoncameraclub.org.uk contact@ livingstoncameraclub.org.uk

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.

Livingston and 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

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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 uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/ ms0liv/ 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.

Penumbra Unit 20 Grampian Court, Beverige Square, Dedridge Every fortnight from 14 March 2012 For anyone experiencing mental health problems : the group can help people who need information on illnesses, understanding from others in similar situations or even just a chat to get out of the house.

For more information contact: cinderbelle@hotmail.co.uk or 07854 316139

Crofthead Hickory House Playgroup Crofthead Community Education Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge, EH54 6DG For children 2-3 years. Mon-Thurs 9.15-11.15 am term time. £4.25/day includes healthy snack. Preschool nursery also available for children 3-5 years funded by WLC. For more info call 01506 467650, email crofheadhickoryhouse@googlemail.com www.croftheadhickoryhouse.co.uk

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

Parent and Toddler Group Dedridge Baptist Church, Quentin Rise Tues: 12.30 – 2.30pm & Wed: 9.15 – 11.15am. £1.00 0 – 5 years old. Tel 01506 203683 Craft, snack (lunch on Tuesdays), sports, outings & visitors

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

Livingston Highland Society Monthly ceilidhs are run on a Saturday between October and April each year in the Lanthorn Complex, Dedridge. Each month we have a different band and guest artist.

The Society now has vacancies for new members.

You don’t have to be highland to join our Society.

For further details please contact the Secretary on 01506 491545 or 07900 475511.

Livingston South Community Church We are situated in the south of the town.

Everyone welcome.

Alternating venues for Sunday worship: Sunday 30th June 2013 - Lanthorn, Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge. Sunday 7th July 2013 - Murieston Community Hall, Murieston, and alternately thereafter.

All services commence at 10am.

Check us out on Facebook or e-mail livingstonsouthcommunitychurch@gmail.com.

Charity number is SC044088.

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

ELIBURN 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

14th West Lothian Scout Troop Peel Primary School. Girls and boys.

Beavers (6-8yrs) Mon 6.15-7.15pm, Scouts (1014yrs) Mon 7.30-9pm, Cubs (8-10yrs) Thurs 6.30-8pm £20/£25 per session, 3 sessions per year.

Contact Mary Tel 01506 416620

HOWDEN 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

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

14th Livingston Guides Community Wing, Toronto Primary School Tues 7.30 – 9.00pm, All girls aged 10 years upwards, £17 per term.

Tel 01506 418285

14th Livingston Rainbows Community Wing of Toronto Primary School.

Tuesdays 6.30 - 7.45 pm.

Girls 5 years old and attending school. Telephone: Rainbow Guide Leader on 07532 182197.

Livingston Art Association 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.

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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

Livingston South Community Church 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

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

LIVINGSTON VILLAGE

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

LADYWELL 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 07946 835037 or email at almondvalleybc@yahoo.co.uk

Fitsteps - Get fit ‘Strictly style!’ - NEW! Ballroom and Latin dance fitness class- no partner required Wednesday 6.15-7.00pm, Inveralmond Community High School - £4.00 Wednesday 7.30-8.15pm, St Mary’s Hall, Bathgate - £4.00 Thursday 7.30-8.15pm - Currie Community High School - £4.50 Classes start week beg 6th Jan 2014. For more info contact Lianne on 07737 927463.

Email: moveitdanceandfitness@gmail.com, Like us on facebook http://www.facebook.com/ moveitdanceandfitness

Rosebery Centre for Dementia Care Day care for people with all types of dementia.

Stimulating activities, counselling and training and support groups for carers.

Volunteers always required.

Tel: Nancy on 497046.

Email - info@roseberycentre.org.uk.

Website: www.roseberycentre.org.uk

Livingston Walking Group Looking for Fitness Friendship and Fun! Meeting on Wednesday afternoons 2-4pm ending the walk with tea and cake and a good blether! Contact Penny Clark to join penmex55@ hotmail.co.uk

Physiotherapist Led Pilates Classes Danz 4 u studio, Centrex House, Kirkton Campus. Fridays, 10-11am.

All bookings online: www.physioledpilates.com.

Email: lucy@physioledpilates.com Tel: 07415426228

Livingston Village Playgroup Livingston Village Primary School, Kirkton Road North, Livingston Village.

For children 2yrs 3 months to 5 years. 9.30 11.30am Mon - Fri, £4/session including snack.

Child can attend between 2 & 5 sessions a week. For more information please contact the placement secretary 01506 417343

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

We are situated in the south of the town.

Alternating venues for Sunday worship: Sunday 30th June 2013 - Lanthorn, Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge. Sunday 7th July 2013 - Murieston Community Hall, Murieston and alternately thereafter.

All services commence at 10am. Everyone welcome, check us out on Facebook or e-mail livingstonsouthcommunitychurch@gmail.com.

Charity number is SC044088.

Livingston Cricket Club Cricket fixtures as well as a busy social calendar.

See http://livingstoncricketclub.co.uk or tel 07799 025795

OTHER AREAS Baby Massage with Jo Stuart Mid Calder Community Centre (opposite the Black Bull) Thursday mornings 10.30am -12. Each block lasts 5 weeks. Suitable for babies from birth to 1 year.

Contact Jo for more information or to book a place on 07971696617 or email thestuarts22@ hotmail.co.uk

Tai Chi for people with health conditions Ability Centre, Carmondean Centre Road, Livingston Weds 1.30pm-2.30pm, starting Feb 19th. Call Joanna 07436 102726 for more info.

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

See our website for details www.konectdirectory.co.uk

Bankton Mains Bowling Club Free Coaching Lessons for both Adult and Junior bowlers.

Junior Coaching is on every Tuesday 5pm till 6pm and Sunday 11am till 12am for children aged 8 till 16 years old. Memberships available now for Full, Family, Social, and Junior members. Special deal for Family Membership. Hire of the function hall available. For more info go our website at www.banktonmains.co.uk or phone 01506 460233

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