Konect Livingston October 2015

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WIN! Family ticket to Hopetoun House fireworks WIN! Pair of tickets to Resurrection local gig!

FEATUREs Masterpieces in Miniature - West Lothian bonsai group West Lothian Friends of Chernobyl’s Children They are the “Resurrection” - Local Stone Roses Tribute band

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he local West Lothian bonsai club caught the attention of our writer Yvonne McMillan this month, and in the Konect tradition of seeking out local people doing something a bit different, she tracked them down and ended up learning a lot about bonsai! The National Collection is housed at Ecclesmachan, and the group meets at Almond Valley Heritage Centre in Livi. See Yvonne’s article on pages 8-9.

Likewise, I learnt about some local families hosting children from Belarus (one of whom is featured on the front cover) under the umbrella of the charity Friends of Chernobyl’s Children and decided to find out more. – see the article on page 16.

Some gig tickets are up for grabs this month for Konect readers thanks to the Livi band member of the Stone Roses tribute band “Resurrection.”

We caught up with Ricky this month and you can read about him and the band on pages 2021 and make sure you enter the draw!

And the nights are drawing in this month, which means bonfire night is on the horizon! We’ve teamed up with Hopetoun House to offer a lucky reader a family ticket to their spectacular annual display on 7th November! See page 48 for competition entry details.

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

FEATUREs Master pieces in Miniature Capability Scotland Fr iends of Chernobyl’s Children They are the “Resurrection” Spotlight on Bodyshop Edinburgh

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REGULARS Stone of the Month Recipe Thought for the Month Proper ty Matter s

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COMPETITIONS & PUZZLES “Resur rection” gig prize draw Hopetoun Firewor ks prize draw Crossword & Sudoku Kid’s Puzzles

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COMMUNITY What’s on Useful Information Clubs & Classes

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Masterpieces No prizes for guessing, but what do you think links an Ayrshire master butcher, Binny Plants in Ecclesmachan and the Japanese Consul-General in Scotland? Answer: The National Bonsai Collection of Scotland.

When he retired, the late Bill Graham (d. 1983), a master butcher from Maybole, dedicated the last 30 years of his life to the ancient and gentle art of bonsai, building and nurturing a mammoth collection of 300 trees, known as the Graham Trees, and becoming a leading figure in the bonsai world.

The National Bonsai Collection of Scotland was set up in 1984 by members of the Scottish Bonsai Association (SBA) as a horticultural haven where bonsai could be donated, cared for and maintained, as happened with many of the Graham Trees. A registered charity, the National Collection found its way to Binny Plants via a roundabout route - Malleny Gardens in Balerno (from 1986 – 2000) was followed by a move to Suntrap Gardens in Gogar, but when Suntrap shut down the Collection’s future looked bleak. To the rescue however, like some big-screen superhero, came Billy Carruthers, offering a home within the peaceful setting of Binny Plants and 14th August 2011 saw the National Bonsai Collection settled in West Lothian and officially re-opened by the Japanese Consul-General to Scotland.

The part of the National Bonsai Collection available for viewing by the public is situated in a red, glassfronted pavilion where about 15 bonsai are on show at any one time, the bonsai looked after by nine trustees, all time-generous volunteers. Their plans for the future include continuing to promote interest and involvement in the art and craft of bonsai through well-presented displays, and – funding permitting – installing a polytunnel on site to store trees,

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overwinter less hardy species such as maples, hold classes and demonstrations and generally spread the word.

Pines feature in the National Collection, as do beeches, larches, oaks and other species indigenous to Scotland, and these are complimented by more exotic varieties including a Persimmon, gifted from Xi’an, Edinburgh’s twin city in the People’s Republic of China. At 200 years old, one of the oldest trees in the Collection is a Japanese White Pine standing serenely on its plinth outside the pavilion, under a blue pergola. It was imported 50 years ago and passed into the care of the Collection when its owner died. Bonsai not on display are fostered out between trustees for the ongoing and skilled job of maintenance.

Monthly meetings are held up and down the country

by Scottish Bonsai Association (SBA) members to chat and work on their trees. Thursday evenings at

Andie and Brian at work on their bonsai

Almond Valley Heritage Centre in Livingston is the meeting place for the West Lothian Bonsai Group.

Lee, a retired bank manager from West Calder is the group’s organiser, he’s also a trustee and Treasurer for the National Collection and has been under the spell of bonsai for 35 years. He tells me, “Once bonsai enthusiasts start talking about the subject, it’s difficult to shut us up”.

For a beginner to bonsai, Lee recommends starting with a larch sapling, (nurseries sell larch saplings for hedging), it’s cheap, grows quickly and it’s very forgiving – just what a beginner needs. Or the smallleaved cotoneaster would be good too. No specialised tools are needed to start with, just garden secateurs and wire to wind round branches which acts like a splint on a broken leg, helping shape the tree.

Margaret from Stoneyburn, a bonsai convert for 30 years, is President of the SBA and got interested in bonsai-growing for practical reasons because her dogs kept wrecking the garden, but besides, something in a pot is manageable, so bonsai was the perfect solution. She tells me that members of the SBA exhibit at shows throughout the year – Gardening Scotland in May attracted 150 - 200 exhibits, a forest of bonsai, including many from the National Collection.

With scissors in hand, and working on a 30cm tall, 8 year old Juniper, Sandie from East Calder who was a medical secretary before retiring, traces her love of bonsai back 30 years to when she saw a Scots Pine in the wild and was struck by its beauty. She started with a tiny self-seeded rowan from her garden. Brian, her husband, a former Royal Marine, soon followed in Sandie’s footsteps. He’s working on a young beech tree and enjoys the hands-on of bonsai growing. The whole group feels their hobby is a powerful stressbuster. Kenny, from Deans, is trimming a group of Golden Larch - he runs a bonsai class at the mental health resource centre in Broxburn’s Strathbrock Partnership.

As we drink tea in the wood-scented meeting room, I find out that the bonsai-grower aims to grow each species as it looks in nature, aiming to make it look natural, and bonsai is a mix of disciplines - 80 per cent horticulture, 20 per cent art. The best way to view or contemplate bonsai is to focus 2/3 of the way up the trunk, spaces are created between branches (otherwise it’s just a bush, says Lee) which let the eye see twists and turns, curves and curls. There are sixteen styles of bonsai, the informal upright style is easiest to grow but, everyone agrees, a tree tells the bonsai-grower how it wants to grow, though each person will have his or her own interpretation.

Looking at bonsai, says Lee – who is fascinated by Oriental culture - you appreciate the workmanship, skill, time and patience involved and when it’s your own, you can picture the whole story from day one and how it’s turned out. There’s satisfaction and a sense of achievement because you’ve created something beautiful.

So if you’re looking for a down-to-earth hobby, take a leaf out of the bonsai-growers’ book, and have a bash at bonsai.

For more information visit scottishbonsai.org

The National Bonsai Collection at Binny Plants in Ecclesmachan is open to view 10am till 5pm.

Trustees are on site on the last Sunday of the month (weather permitting) 11am till 2pm. (from scottishbonsai.org) What is Bonsai? - Bonsai is a Japanese term meaning tree (bon) in a tray (sai). It is derived from an ancient Chinese hor ticultural practice called Penjing and has been around for well over a thousand years.

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West Lothian Friends of Chernobyl’s Children A number of families across West Lothian are involved in an extraordinary programme that sees them hosting a child from Belarus for a month each year for five years.

I caught up with the group last month as they visited Potter Around (an arts and craft studio in Kirknewton), as part of their programme of activities during their stay here. As the children painted pottery and made jewellery, group co-ordinator and Broxburn resident Kenny Turnbull told me about the background to the group.

“Most of these children are from households in impoverished and contaminated conditions, living in homes that are little more that wooden sheds with no running water and from communities suffering a range of health problems.” Through coming to a host family in West Lothian, each year the children experience a month of clean air, healthy food, medical care and a whole new world of experiences of things we take for granted (such as indoors flushing toilets) and build up a fantastic and lasting relationship with their host family.

“They arrive with nothing more that the clothes they are wearing, and leave a month later with a suitcase full of clothes, toiletries, toys, gifts for their parents and siblings, and a year’s supply of vitamins to combat their poor diet and environment and help keep them healthy until they come back next summer,” explains Kenny.

All the charity workers are volunteers. “No amount of payment could be the same as the loving relationships that develop between the kids and their host families,” says Kenny. “We develop lasting relationships.” One of the translators who was with

the group in 2013 was a guest child in the first group to come across in 1995. “Some hosts have been across to Belarus for the wedding of their guest children. We keep in touch with the boy we had for five years - every year I go across to visit and the family throw open their tiny home and the hospitality is fantastic. We think of him as our third son, and he called us Dad and Mum when he was here.”

It’s a huge cultural change for the children who come here, and challenges in the early days include persuading them to have a daily shower when they are used to little or no washing – water has to be pumped from a well in the street and carried.

Host families come in all shapes, sizes and ages all you need is a spare bed and a big heart. There are currently families in Bathgate, Broxburn, Blackridge, Stoneyburn, Tarbrax, Mid Calder, Uphall , Blackburn and Livingston hosting a child.

Kenny says, “We can only do this ‘job’ thanks to the kindness of others.” While they have enough host families at the moment, the charity has to raise £1100 per child per year to cover the cost of flights, visits to Belarus to meet families in need, the month’s programme of activities, providing food parcels to their homes in Belarus, and other costs. The host families generously give their Belarussian child clothes and toys and look after all their needs for the month. The charity is also very grateful to local businesses Optimeyes in Broxburn who generously provide eye tests and glasses for any children needing them, and Broxburn Dental Practice who carry out dental checks on all the kids and provide any dental treatment free of charge.

If you would like to help out, FOCC would be delighted to have suggestions for fund-raising events or for you to help raise money for them.

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Karen Murray chats to Ricky Toner of the Stone Roses tribute band “Resurrection”.

Livingston local Ricky Toner has had music running through his veins since his earliest days. He wanted to learn every instrument he could while at primary school, starting of course, with the drums. Soon he had mastered keyboards and guitar too and he can sing. As well as that, he also writes lyrics.

“I love all aspects of musical performance,” he smiles. “From writing a song, to playing, singing, production, lighting, stage sets – everything. I do the lot.” Ricky has always lived in Livingston and from an early age he has been involved in the Livingston music scene.

He is a fan of many musical genres, but it is the Stone Roses that captured his imagination when he first saw the Fools Gold video in 1989 as an impressionable teenager. “They had the right sound, right image – the whole package,” he remembers fondly. Seeing them live the following year sealed the deal and his friends all loved the band too so that made it all the more special. “I think I have the Stone Roses running through me like a stick of Blackpool Rock,” he jokes.

However it was not his passion for the Stone Roses that led to the establishment of a tribute band.

“That was an accident”, he told me. “I was looking for a bass player for my band and wanted someone influenced by the Stone Roses. I was contacted by someone that thought I was that bass player and long story short, I got talked into a tribute band.

That was in 1998 and we have never looked back.”

The original name of the band was The Complete Stone Roses and in that format, they were joined by original Stone Roses band member Mani, who was the tour DJ for three years. He played on stage with the band and Ricky says he is still pinching himself.

“It was totally surreal.”

Ricky and co left the Complete Stone Roses in 2001 and formed Resurrection. Some members have changed over the years as family commitments

have got in the way of being rock gods, but the band per se has gone from strength to strength and while Ricky says it’s a lot of hard work while also keeping down the day job, he just loves every minute of it.

The band name comes from the Stone Roses single ‘I am the Resurrection’ and as a tribute band resurrects the original in some way, it is an entirely apt name. Ricky and the other band members take it all very seriously and want to emulate the original band as completely as possible. “If you go to see a tribute band it is because you love that music and you expect the band to do the original justice. I feel we do this and that those who come have a fantastic night out. I get a buzz from watching the audience really enjoying themselves. There performances are always a sell-out.”

While Ricky’s passion is the Stone Roses and Resurrection is an important part of his life, he has lots of fingers in lots of musical pies. He likes to be involved in all aspects of musical production. He has played around with lighting, produced songs and manages the tribute band as well as other bands. “I really enjoy all of it,” he says. I am not sure how he manages to fit it all in with a 9 to 5 job, but

From left to right: Ricky Toner - vocals, Mark Harper - drums/vocals, Jerry Levy - guitar & Matt Checkley - bass.

as well as Resurrection, Ricky leads another band where he writes his own material and the songs are all original. “We rehearse once a week for Resurrection, but more often with the other band and I am out gigging somewhere every weekend.

to release a 7” single on that record label, so watch this space. Meantime it’s all about having fun.

“The gigs are mainly local, but with Resurrection we have been all over the UK and Ireland.” There are some local gigs coming out soon however so readers can get a chance to check them out.

Club Faith - Bathgate - Fri 16th October. The support band is Oasis tribute band Stop the Clocks. Tickets are available from the Club, Glamorous Hair and Beauty and online at http://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Edinburgh/ Club-Faith/Resurrection--Stop-The-Clocks(Madchester-Night)/12520331/

Ricky admits to being quite a shy person really but when he is on a stage, it is like the best form of escapism. As for the big time, I get the impression that Ricky is involved in music simply for the love of it, but with everything else he does, he has also established his own record label – Red Telephone Records. The names comes from another song title, this time by 60s band Love, the other great musical passion in Ricky’s life. He has plans afoot

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Recipe & Food Notes

by Anne Pinkerton

Cookery Myth Busters 2 Soufflés

There are rumours that soufflés are difficult and failure is a judgment on ones skill as a cook. This need not be.

If you follow well-understood rules it will turn out well. The trick with soufflés is trapping air into a mixture so that when it’s baked a firm structure is created and the mixture of rich flavours is supported by the rest of the ingredients. Soufflés can be sweet or savoury, baked or steamed, hot or cold, individual or large for a spectacular main course. They can even be rolled up like a swiss roll.

This soufflé is a great treat and can be made days or weeks in advance. Once you have made this version it can be varied by using different cheeses and the taste will be totally different but still delicious.

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Twice Baked Cheese Soufflé Serves 4, you need 4 individual ramekins. (Save them from the Gu puddings you’ve bought in the past...)

Ingredients: 110g grated strong cheddar eg Mull Cheddar 225ml milk For flavouring:- Small onion cut in half, 1 bay leaf, a little grated nutmeg or mace, 5 or 6 black pepper corns 25g butter 25g self-raising flour (a bit of a cheat but helps ensure a rise) 3 large eggs, separated 225ml single cream Grated parmesan or more cheddar Method: Slowly warm the milk with the flavourings till they just boil. Set aside to infuse and cool.

Butter the ramekins - this helps the mixture rise up the sides of the dishes.

Heat the oven to 200C or gas 6.

In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the flour, with a wooden spoon, mix them and heat till just beginning to change colour. Do not burn.

Add the strained, flavoured milk bit by bit heating and mixing as you go. You will have a thick sauce. Let it glup and bubble. This cooks the flour. Away from the heat beat in the cheese and the egg yolks one by one.

In a mixing bowl whip the egg whites till they hold their shape but are not dry. The traditional test was to see if the whites fall out of the bowl if you turn it upside down; but you need iron nerves for such tricks.

When the whites are ready, mix a spoonful into the sauce with a large metal spoon. Then put everything into the bowl and mix together by lifting the mixture from the bottom and folding it all together but not knocking the air out.

Divide the mixture between the ramekins and place them in a roasting tin,into which you add boiling water to halfway up the side of the pots. Bake for 15 minutes. DO NOT open the oven “just to see how they are doing.” They must be well-risen and springy.

Remove from the roasting dish cool. They can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 days or frozen for use later.

When you want to eat the soufflés slip a hot knife round the edge of the ramekins and turn them out onto an oven proof shallow dish. Try to get them the right way up. Pour the cream around them and scatter some cheese on top. Bake for 20 minutes till golden and well risen.

Serve as they are as a starter, or with a green salad or summer vegetables for a main meal.

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West Lothian has something more to shout about!

West Lothian College’s The Terrace Restaurant has been crowned Restaurant of the Year at the recent Food Awards Scotland 2015. The restaurant, which helps the next generation of Hospitality and Professional Cookery students work towards a successful career in the industry, beat big city restaurants and those with Michelin Stars, such as The Kitchin in Edinburgh, to the top accolade.

Here in West Lothian we are blessed with some of the finest eateries in Central Scotland. Peruse our extensive listings of restaurants, pubs, cafes and delicatessens www.visitwestlothian.co.uk. We feature 48 food and drink businesses in the area and no matter what you are after, from a light bite to a feast fit for a king, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your tastebuds.

West Lothian is also home to a range of award-winning tourist attractions and events. Here is what Tony Foster, new Chair of Visit West Lothian, has to say about the area, “The Terrace Restaurant Restaurant of the Year award highlights yet again what wee food, drink and tourism gems we have throughout West Lothian.

Visit West Lothian strive to support the success and growth of current and new tourism destinations to

visitors from the UK and abroad. We also welcome people who live and work in West Lothian, as we see an explosion in our population and businesses taking advantage of our links to the airport, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

The number of new food, drink and tourism based businesses is reflected in our own membership which has increased over 200 per cent in the last three months and continues to grow. It’s exciting to see business waking up to the endless tourism possibilities in and around Livingston, from the Heartlands to East Calder. Visit West Lothian, actively supported and funded by relevant stakeholders, will be with you every step of the way to help the local economy, job creation and the visitor experience.”

Are you a tourism related business or Food and Drink outlet interested in the benefits of membership of Visit West Lothian then contact Tel: 01506 283 090/ Email: visitwestlothian@westlothian.gov.uk.

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We all have both of these, but which one do you feed each day? Humans have many characteristics, for instance, our ability to love, empathise and reason, to be kind and compassionate. But there is also the side of us that judges, criticises, experiences resentment or even envy! Do you find yourself happy for other people’s successes and joys or criticising and talking them down? Do you ever stop to notice which way you sway?

Two wolves in the heart

by Tina Gilbert

There is an ancient story about a Native American elder who was asked how she became so wise, so happy and so respected.

She answered: “In my heart there are two wolves: a wolf of love and a wolf of hate. It all depends on which one I feed each day.”

If we notice what our tendency is to sway towards, without judging our patterns, we have the ability to grow a new way of being if we choose to. One of the ancient yoga saints, Patanjali, writes: “By cultivating attitudes of friendliness towards the happy, compassion for the unhappy, delight in the virtuous and disregard to the wicked, the mind stuff retains its undisturbed calmness.” Yet when we are stuck in the patterns we have grown over time, generally of negativity, it becomes hard to change.

The wolf of love and the wolf of hate is alive in all of us. Evolution and experience both shape us and our patterning but can you watch which one you feed each day.

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Interiors feature

The EKCO guide to slow cooking by ecko

How do we define the seasons?

According to the Met Office it’s fairly straightforward. June, July and August are the summer months which means that we’re well and truly into autumn.

However, living in a country where we often see four seasons in one day maybe we should redefine the boundaries not by months but by the meals we eat - a new ‘Julienne’ Calendar if you will. If that were the case then autumn is defined by heartwarming soups and casseroles and there’s one must-have kitchen appliance we just have to have.

Yes, the hardy perennial of the wedding gift list, the slow cooker, is making a comeback in a big way. So, if you happen to have one languishing unwanted in a cupboard somewhere, perhaps just behind the foot spa and marginally left of the fondue set, then it’s time to put it to good use. If you don’t have one already then it’s an investment worth making.

If time is an issue for you then taking 30 minutes to plan your weekly menus and getting up a little earlier in the morning to prepare your dish will buy you back more time than you use up. Plus slow cookers are brilliant for cooking almost anything and they aren’t just restricted to casseroles and

soups. Sticky, ‘falling off the bone’ ribs, slow cooked in homemade maple barbecue sauce is easy and quick to prepare. Google a few recipes and you’re on your way. Even a roast chicken done in a slow cooker without the addition of water will turn out perfectly succulent and juicy. Just crisp the skin up for 10 minutes in the oven before serving with your favourite veg.

One of our personal slow cooker favourites here at EKCO is chilli con carne. Chilli is a controversial dish and some die-hard chilli aficionados will advocate a kidney bean free recipe. However, it’s down to personal taste and we think the beans add to the dish. A basic slow-cooked chilli can use either cubed steak or full-fat mince depending on your preference, browned on the hob first with some finely chopped onions, chilli powder and cumin. Then add it to your slow cooker with a 400g tin of chopped tomatoes per 500g pack of meat, two tablespoons of tomato purée, a sprinkling of oregano and some seasoning. We like ours fairly hot so we’ll add a couple of split Scotch Bonnet chillies (seeds removed -carefully), a tin of kidney beans, a couple of squares of dark chocolate and then we just leave the dish to cook away in slow for a few hours. Serve in a bowl with some tortilla chips or rice and some soured cream. Now to tackle that fondue!

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All Homes Deserve Better Marketing

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West Lothian now attracts some homeowners whose properties could be regarded as being among the most desirable and impressive available anywhere in the country.

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At Turpie & Co, we have worked with clients to market and sell some of the most prestigious, unique and expensive properties in the country and are proud of our award winning results at the upper end of the market.

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Building on Hopetoun’s established reputation for putting on one of the biggest and most spectacular fireworks displays in West Lothian this year’s celebrations will certainly not disappoint Taking place against a backdrop of Hopetoun House, the magnificent 17th century stately home, the family friendly event also includes a fun selection of pre-show entertainment, fantastic food stalls and a huge bonfire to keep everyone nice and warm.

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West Lothian Community Health and Care Partnership

Come along and visit the 12th annual Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing event and find out what’s available for all age groups in West Lothian. This is the largest and most varied gathering of groups and organisations to take place in Central Scotland See over 60 displays on physical and mental health including: advice on healthy lifestyles/eating, personal health check, free massage, benefits, education, employment, youth issues, housing/tenancy options & support & information, adult protection, advocacy, elderly services, legal, community based day services, drugs & alcohol, carers/service user support networks, advice and courses available in West Lothian.

Need more information?

Contact: Michael Duncan / Sharon Snedden Mental Health Resource Centre Strathbrock Partnership Centre 189a West Main Street Broxburn EH52 5LH Tel No. 01506 771888 E-mail; michael.duncan@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk sharon.snedden@westlothian.gov.uk

Everyone welcome to drop in between 10 am - 2 pm at Main Hall, Community Education, Strathbrock Partnership Centre, Broxburn Information, advice, assistance, all available in an informal and friendly setting.

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Livingston Library opening hours are changing from 29/6/15. See new hours for each library below.

Almondbank Library

Friday 16th October - Monday 26th October Big Autumn Challenge Take part in the Big Autumn Challenge and discover more about West Lothian’s Country Parks. Pick up information from any of the three Country Park Visitor Centres (Polkemmet, Almondell & Calderwood or Beevraigs). Suitable For: Families. Meet: the Visitor Centre at any of the three Country Parks. Time: Drop in between 9am – 4.30pm/ Cost: FREE Sunday18th October Lantern Making Create luminous lanterns from willow and paper just in time for dark nights and Halloween. Suitable for: Families. Meet: Almondell Visitor Centre. Time: 2pm3.30pm. Cost: £4.65 per lantern. For more information and booking please contact the Rangers on 01506 882254 email: almondell&calderwood@westlothian. gov.uk

Shiel House, Shiel Walk, Craigshill, EH54 5EH T: 01506 283133.

E: almondbank.lib@westlothian.gov.uk Opening times: Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri 9am - 6pm Thurs 9am - 7pm Sat 9am -1pm Graphic Novel group: 4:30 - 6:00pm 1st, 15th & 29th Oct. New members welcome.

Adult Book Group: 5:30 - 6:30pm 29th Oct. New members welcome.

Book Bug sessions: 6th & 20th Oct. 3rd Nov. Come along and join in with stories songs and rhymes.

Carmondean Library

Saturday 24th October

Carmondean Connected: Carmondean Centre, EH54 8PT T: 01506 777602.

E: carmondean.lib@westlothian.gov.uk

West Lothian Highland Society monthly ceilidh Our first ceilidh of the season. Strathbrock Community Centre, Broxburn 7.30pm – 11pm. Music will be played by Dick Black’s Band. Tickets £5

Opening times: Mon & Fri 9am - 5pm Tues & Thus 10am - 7pm Fri 10am - 5pm Sat 9am - 1pm

The Stone Ring events Mediumship course - 8 week course Thursday evenings 7pm-9:30pm. 15th October to 3rd December. See advert on page 22 for details. The Stone Ring, 40 Kings Street, Bathgate.

Howden Park Centre has a busy programme of events including live music, dance, theatre, workshops and exhibitions. See their website at www.howdenparkcentre.co.uk for complete up to date listing or contact the box office: 01506 777666

Bathgate Regal Community Theatre - The Regal hosts an exciting programme of film, music, theatre, comedy and children’s events. See website at www.bathgateregal.org for complete listing.

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Lanthorn Library Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge, EH54 6NY T: 01506 777700. E: lanthorn.lib@westlothian.gov.uk Opening times: Mon 10am-3pm Tues & Fri 11am-5pm Wed 11am-4pm Thurs 10am - 7pm Sat 9am - 1pm Volunteer IT Buddies are available in Lanthorn Library to help you use computers and access online services Thursdays 1pm – 3pm. Please contact the Library for more information and help.

The Lanthorn Library, continues to be an important part of the Community, we look forward to welcoming our customers, old and new, making use of this valued service in the years ahead.

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 High/low book collection High in interest but low in boredom - Dyslexia friendly reading collection now available to borrow from Library.

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clubs & classes

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

Jog Scotland

West Lothian Rhythmic Gymnastics Club

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.

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.

MS Society afternoon meetings

Craigshill Good Neighbour Network

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.

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.

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 FC League players and juniors, social and corporate events.

Almondvale Stadium telephone 01506 417000 or see www.livingstonfc.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 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.

CRAIGSHILL 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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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.

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

New Town Entertainers Rehearse at Craigsfarm on Mon and Wed from 7pm for annual pantomime production. Open to anyone over 14 yrs. Membership is £10 adults and £5 under 18s. For more information please contact Jan Dignon on 01506 431803.

Daisy Drop In Almondbank Centre, Craigshill Information centre for parents/carers of pre-school children. Drop in, play and have fun! Open: Mon - Fri 9am - 12 noon, Mon & Thurs afternoons 1.30pm - 3.00pm.

Daisy Drop In Playgroup Letham Community Wing, Craigshill: Playgroup for 2 - 5’s.

Take eligible 2’s. Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9.15am - 11.30am, Tues, Wed & Thurs afternoons 12.30pm - 2.45pm. Tel: 01506 238998 or email: daisydropin@hotmail.co.uk for more info.

DEANS 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.

Yoga for people with health conditions Ability Centre, Carmondean Centre Road. Wednesdays 1.15-2.30pm.

Call Joanna on 07436 102726 for more information.

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Livingston Station Playgroup

JYHS Badminton Club

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.

At James Young High School on Saturdays. Open to school children in the Livingston area of any age or ability. Primary School age (P1P7) 9am - l0am. High School age (S1-S6) l0am - 11am Contact: Ann (01506 438717) or Joyce (01506 462430)

Deans Community High School Playgroup

Dedridge Spiritualist Church

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.

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. No admission fee. Find us on Facebook and web site:dedridgespiritualstchurch.co.uk

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

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. Fridays 10.30-11.30am. Call Joanna on 07436 102726 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

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

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

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.

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.

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

Contact 01506 415837

Deans Art Club

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

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 Preschool Children.

Tues 9.00am – 12 noon. Child minders available Mon & Wed 9.00am – 12 noon. For more info tel 01506 439568.

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.

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.

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Lunch Club

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.

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-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 Self-Help Group

Space Academy Children’s Club

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 6.30 -8.30 within Crofthead Farm, Dedridge, EH54 6DG.

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.

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

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clubs & classes 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 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.

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.

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 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

Lanthorn Book Bashers 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.

ELIBURN 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.

HOWDEN GOSH - Group Ostomy Self Help Led by volunteers, we are there to help, advise, encourage and

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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.

29th West Lothian Scout Group Community Wing, Toronto Primary Schoo. Cubs Mon 6.30-8.00pm, Beavers Wed 6.30-7.30pm, Scouts Wed 7.30-9.00pm Tel 01506 441852

14th Livingston Rainbows Community Wing of Toronto Primary School. Tuesdays 6.30 - 7.45 pm. Girls 5 years old and attending school. Tel: Rainbow Guide Leader on 07532 182197

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

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.

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.

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

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

LADYWELL 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

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

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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

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.

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Kids Club

Livingston Highland Society

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

Monthly ceilidhs on a Saturday between October and April. Each month we have a different band and guest artist. New venue Strathbrock Community Centre, Broxburn (previously at Lanthorn Complex). £5 each, new members welcome, contact John Sneddon 01501 770911 for dates and more details.

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.

LIVINGSTON VILLAGE 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

The Wooly Quilters Craft Group

The Tree Club Office at 19c South Bridge Street, Bathgate. West Lothian’s only afterschool club for children and teenagers with additional support needs. Stimulating and creative activities with high staff to child ratio.

See www.thetreeclub.org.uk

The Stone Ring 40 King Street, Bathgate. Beginners Self awareness & Development.

Mon 7-9.30 pm (approx) £6.50. Moot - Every 2nd Wed of the Month.

7-9.30pm (approx) £5. Thai Chi Fridays - 6.30-8.30pm (approx) £25 per month.

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

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

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Room 24 Livingston Business Centre, Kirkton South Road, Livingston. This self help group is the ideal place for help and craft chat with a cuppa while you sew or knit! Variety of crafts from patchwork & quilting to knitting & spinning. We meet Wednesday evenings 7pm - 9pm. For more information email: woolyquilters@ gmail.com or find us on facebook

MURIESTON 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.

Livingston South Community Church

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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

Livingston Bridge Club Meets every Wednesday from the first Wednesday in September KONECT

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