Konect Livingston August 2019

AUGUST 2019

SCIENCE COLUMN:

PLUS: PROPERTY MATTERS, Garden Project, and more LOCAL FEATURES inside!

The community magazine for Livingston

TO OUR AUGUST EDITION

THIS ISSUE

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ivingston’s first ever soapbox race!

Dog’s Trust Fun Day! Party at the Palace! Five Sisters Zoo BBQ! And lots more going on, summer is in full swing so if you’re back from holidays away, or are not going away, there are plenty of things to do here in West Lothian. The Visit West Lothian column gives a quick overview, and, if you’ve got children to keep entertained, our Parenting column too.

Our charity feature is NightStop, a wonderful programme being rolled out in West Lothian to provide host family homes to young people experiencing disruption and displacement for any reason, and the programme gives them a safe home for a few nights while longer term accommodation or solutions are sorted for them. They are looking for volunteer hosts, see the article on pages 8-9.

All our regular columns are here, plus a new one called Local Lab which is contributed by researchers are Heriot-Watt University,

P8 Charity: Night Stop.......................................... 8 Spotlight: 1st Choice Living..........................13 Property Matters............................................14 Gardening: Morag’s Trousers!....................16 Local Lab.......................................................20 Health & Beauty............................................22 Crossword......................................................24 Thought for the Month..................................24 Music Review................................................34 Vet’s Tip..........................................................41 Sudoku...........................................................44 Parenting: Rainy Days and Mondays.........47 Clubs & Classes............................................49

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COVER IMAGE: See the parenting column on P47 for things to do for the remainder of the summer holidays

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Nightstop: “It can be the one thing that saves them from homelessness” Sometimes, a meal and a bed for a couple of nights is all that is needed to help a young person get back on track.

Or at least to stop them from sliding into homelessness. Nightstop, a programme being rolled out in West Lothian by the Rock Trust, provides just that via the homes of volunteers hosts who make a spare room available for up to 14 nights for a young person who, for various reasons, needs emergency accommodation.

“We receive referrals for a whole range of reasons,” says Mark Fieldhouse, Nightstop Development Worker with the Rock Trust.

“We help young people who find themselves in crisis, in many cases due to breakdown in family relationships. They need safe, friendly accommodation while we help them work on longer-term solutions.” There is a small number of host families already in West Lothian, and more are needed in all areas.

Bathgate resident Moreen Watson is the Nightstop Development Worker for West Lothian. The Rock Trust, established in 1991 in Edinburgh in response to youth homelessness, helps young people aged 16 – 25 by providing advice and support, keeping their education on track, finding work, and a range of other services.

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accommodation is arranged, or until they can return home. It is being rolled out in West Lothian.

“Nightstop West Lothian provides a safe, family based, alternative to traditional hotel or hostel emergency accommodation.” A report in 2016 by Depaul UK, the organisation which set up the Nightstop programme, reported that young people “experienced very dangerous situations in their attempts to stay off the streets, including staying with strangers while constantly in fear of assault, lodging with an uncle addicted to hard drugs, going to all-night parties with predatory men or suggesting ‘sleepovers’ to school friends simply to find a place to stay.” By staying in a local host’s home instead, they are much more likely to get the time-out and breathing space that they need in a safe environment, and to move on to a positive resolution to their issues.

Emily’s story: When Emily was 16 her living circumstances were “not the best,” and she says when her mum kicked her out of the house she went to the council. The council put Emily in touch with the Rock Trust who arranged a host for her. The first evening “the hosts knocked on my door and asked if I was hungry, and if I wanted to eat in my room or with them. I went and sat at @KonectMagazines

Could you be a host? the table. They had good banter. It was good. I tried to help them cleaning up but they said no and for me to sit and rest. ….I stayed 4 nights before going home.

While I was there I realised that I’m my own person and needed to stop doing everything for everyone else. I realised that talking to good people makes you feel better and that I wasn’t such a mess up as I thought I was.”

Could you be a host?

As a volunteer host, you are fully supported with training and support from the Rock Trust. You provide an evening meal and a bedroom for the young person, and you let them know which parts of the house they can use – just like you would in a normal bed and breakfast arrangement. (They are not at home during the day as they are out in education, work or being supported by the Rock Trust). Your expenses are covered. If you are interested in helping, please see www.rocktrust.org/nightstop or email moreen.watson@rocktrust.org. Host families are needed in West Lothian. @KonectMagazines

Do you or a young person you know need emergency accommodation?

Call 0131 557 4059 The Rock Trust, 55 Albany Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3QY. Open Mon-Fri, 8:45-17:00. www.rocktrust.org/nightstop

The Rock Trust is a charity registered in Scotland, number SCO18708.

This article was written by Helen-Jane Shearer after meeting with Mark Fieldhouse and Moreen Watson, Nightstop Development Workers for Edinburgh and West Lothian.

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SPOTLIGHT

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The strapline “for beautiful homes” says it all; Derrick and his team at Bathgatebased 1st Choice Living want your home to be beautiful, and whether it’s one new window or a large extension, they will look after the whole process. Here, they share some pictures and comments from recent work.

What a difference a room makes. We are so happy with our garage conversion, we now have the dining room we always wanted. Keep up the good work guys”.

Stunning extension with bi-fold doors and floor to ceiling windows “We can’t say enough about the service from start to finish excellent, all the staff were lovely and easy to speak to and we love our new patio doors, giving such more light and now opening onto our decking in the garden makes our living space look bigger. Would recommend 1st Choice Living to my family and friends and if we are looking for work to be done again we would not hesitate asking 1st Choice for their service again!

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Growing New Homes Stylish new homes are part of the lifeblood of a community: well designed homes can improve the fabric of a local area, as well as being an important part of a thriving local economy.

Woodthorpe Gardens is a development that does just that. Situated north-west of the town of Bathgate and in a semi-rural location, Woodthorpe Gardens harks back to the origins of the site as a popular garden centre that was here for decades. Today, it has a new lease of life as a small development of 11 new homes that pay homage to the original purpose of the site by maximising its connection with the natural environment.

Interior and exterior design: All of the properties here have been designed to make the most of the outdoor spaces. Open plan kitchen and family rooms, which are essential for modern living and family life, allow for direct access to garden and patio areas that are set against a wonderful, semi-rural backdrop. Layouts have been arranged to allow for formal and informal living, including dining and relaxation – indoors and outdoors. This is style with substance: these homes have 4 – 5 bedrooms, including luxurious en suites, and all of the properties have either a detached or integral garage, making them truly practical homes.

Variety and character: Variety is the spice of life and these homes reflect that with 5 original and different styles that create a unity, but also allow for individuality. It means that the development forms a cohesive whole and feels like a neighbourhood without individual houses looking too similar.

Character is an important component here and it’s a local one: all houses here have been designed specifically for this location by an architect who knows the area intimately.

Local development: The development has been carried out by I & H Brown, a Scottish firm with over 60 years’ experience. The firm founded by two brothers, Ian and Hardie, who cut their teeth on repurposing land. They started in 1955 with a farm that still had a concrete aerodrome on it from World War II. Undeterred, they rented a 14 | LIVINGSTON

Traxcavator to break it up. Such was their success that they were soon called on to move earth in the area, buying and hiring plant to do this.

A sense of purpose: A particular talent of the brothers was their ability to see how land previously used for other uses could be repurposed to make something new. Where other people saw perhaps just a single use for a piece of land, Ian and Hardie could see two or even three. Over their six decades of work, they have carried out everything from demolition projects to farming and haulage, to road-building and open-cast mining. Housing and making land appropriate for it were and are central areas of the company’s focus, particularly remediation or restoring land previously used for agricultural or commercial purposes.

All of that expertise has been deployed to full effect at Woodthorpe where the site of the old garden centre has been carefully refashioned to take account of its heritage, making it a place that meets and surpasses everyone’s expectations of home.

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

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Morag still can’t remember where she left her jeans!

Morag’s Jeans

Why not recycle your old jeans by planting them up? You can sit them in a large planter full of compost or plant them in a flowerbed.

At this stage of the summer you might choose small plants like Violas or Pansies as it is too late to use the bedding plants we used in Morag’s old jeans in June. You might choose to use herb plants like parsley, sage, and thyme. As autumn approaches we would use small patio bedding plants like Ivies, Ajugas, small ornamental grasses as well as Pansies and Cyclamen.

When planting though the pockets and slashes at the knees make sure you have cut right through to the compost so the roots are in contact with the compost. They might look like old jeans but they are now your baby and depend on you for water and food, just like any planted pots!

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LOCAL LAB

What goes on in the space between the stars? Why are anti-oxidants good for our health? And how are these questions even related?

Lindsey St. Mary is an Environmental Toxicologist studying for a PhD at Heriot-Watt University. She works as part of a team of researchers from across Europe studying a group of chemicals called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, or PAHs for short.

These chemicals are found both on earth and in space, however their perspective and effects are very different in each location!

Where do PAHs come from? They are formed through the incomplete combustion of organic material. Essentially this means they’re created by anything that results in a fire; such as wood burning, smoking, car exhaust fumes, volcanic eruptions, etc.

What are you and your team trying to understand about PAHs? We already know that they are toxic so, as a toxicologist, I view PAHs as an environmental contaminant. I’m interested in identifying and understanding their toxicity and potential to harm human and animal life here on earth. Our team of 16 is multi-disciplinary and includes engineers, chemists, astronomers, physicists, experimental physicists, theoretical chemists and a social scientist. Other researchers in the team are looking at reactions and effects of PAHs in space.

Why is it important to understand more about PAHs? PAHs were around long before humans, created through natural processes like volcanic eruptions and forest fires. Since the global increase of industrial processes, the production of PAHs has dramatically increased so we are being bombarded by PAH exposures daily. Over time our bodies have evolved ways to metabolise and get rid of PAHs after exposure. Part of the way our bodies try to rid themselves of PAHs is to ‘activate’ them with various enzymes. Unfortunately, this can create toxic by-products called reactive oxygen 20 | LIVINGSTON

species. Antioxidants play a part in ridding the body of these by-products, which is why we are often encouraged to consume products containing antioxidants. Activated PAHs can sometimes bind directly to DNA causing a mutation that could possibly be the first step along the pathway leading to cancer.

So that’s the effect PAHs have on Earth, but you also mentioned they exist in space?

Yes, in space PAHs play an important part in understanding the creation of stars, meteors and solar system bodies, so astronomers and astrophysicists can actually use PAHs as a way of figuring out what’s happening in space. By understanding how these chemical reactions occur and contribute to the formation of stars and solar system bodies, like comets and asteroids, it may lead to an understanding of how our own planet was formed.

To find out more about Lindsey’s research, visit the project website www.europah.com The Local Lab column is contributed by HeriotWatt University to engage the public in a range of their research projects. Lindsey is part of the Heriot-Watt Year of Health team who are running science activities for children at Party at the Palace in Linlithgow on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th August 2019. @KonectMagazines

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LIFE COACHING

STRESS CAN HAVE SUCH A NEGATIVE IMPACT ON HAIR In salon we promote wellness rituals to help calm and de-stress the body and mind. A scalp massage relaxes the nervous system helping to promote relaxation and sound sleep. At Wonderland we’re constantly looking for new ways to relieve stress and anxiety with a firm belief that taking the time to do this alongside your haircut will be massively beneficial to your life.

Sipping on one of our speciality loose leaf teas can help with mental clarity and is high in antioxidants providing wellness to your body as well as your mind. We also work hand massage in to our appointments helping oxygen rich blood to flow to muscles and ease stiff sore joints. The relaxation benefits are key, helping ease tension and stress through pressure points within the hands.

Notice when you feel stressed and do something about it, don’t take being well for granted. Take time for you!

Here Comes SUMMER I always love the effect that a little bit of sunshine has on everyone’s mood.

It seems that just the sight of the sun creeping out from behind the clouds can lift the spirits and fill us all with a sense of optimism and excitement about the season ahead.

I think it’s important to enjoy every new season, whether it’s the leaves on the trees as they change from green to gold, cosy winter evenings spending time with family and friends or the beginning of spring.

However, most of us really look forward to the summer, whether it’s the end of term at school, college or university or that precious and eagerly anticipated annual holiday, these months can be the most enjoyable of the year.

While we look forward to our summer holiday, whether it’s at home or somewhere exotic and ultra warm, some people feel that they must make dramatic changes to their appearance before they can face the sun with confidence and embark on a mission to achieve that perfect ‘beach body’ status.

Instead of looking forward to their summer break, they proceed to spend weeks filled with self-judgement, anxiety and panic.

We all deserve to be happy in our own skin and we can be if we learn to move our focus from chasing something that isn’t real and begin to love and appreciate ourselves exactly as we are. The ‘perfect body’ can be the very body we are currently living in.

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The life coaching column is contributed by Francine Orr. Francine is a locally based NLP coach, Hypnotherapist and Reiki practitioner who runs www.orrganise.co.uk She set up the business to support people to find real and practical solutions to the things that hold us all back in life. @KonectMagazines

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PUZZLE

The crossword solution will be in the September edition of Konect.

See P48 for this month’s Sudoku puzzle.

CROSSWORD

ACROSS: 1. Cut short (4), 3. Adversary (8), 9. Error (7), 10. Board game (5), 11. Very eager (12), 13. Informal (6), 15. Small piece of food (6), 17. Books giving meanings of words (12), 20. Relating to the moon (5), 21. Absence of sound (7), 22. Moving very fast (8), 23. Spheres (4).

DOWN: 1. Business (8), 2. Start of (5), 4. Written in rhyme (6), 5.Nowandthen(12),6.Protecttheeyes(7)7.Throw(4),8.Produced(12), 12. Small bunches or groups (8), 14. Physics or chemistry (7), 16. Untie (6), 18. Lying within (5), 19. Add to (4).

Sometimes we say and do things with the best of intentions out of our underlying concern for another and their happiness.

Or we may be seeking answers or information that ease our discomfort, or we may be finding out information for another. How we go about this is so important and even with the best intentions of kindness, hurt can happen in someone else by the way we relay information, ask questions or probe.

I found this out recently when I unintentionally hurt someone close to me by wanting clarity on a situation. We never know how anyone will react or respond to our requests, what might feel comfortable with us, may not feel comfortable for another. Once done, it can’t be undone!

I needed information to feel better in myself, hearing news that made me feel uncomfortable, I sought out clarity. I might have sat with the discomfort a little longer, processed it more and explored other ways to deal with the issue or just waited to see what happened, rather than moving too quickly to get out of my discomfort.

The end result could not have been more removed from what I expected. Once started there was no going back. I hurt and offended by my request to gain information.

The end result was much more hurt in myself for seeking information that caused pain in someone dear to me. How we say things, the way we say things, so impacts others. Sometimes it is better to let it go.

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

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MUSIC REVIEW

Face the Future

Not for local favourites, Snakeskin Shoe Review, the perennial curse of the ‘difficult second album’.

Their sophomore offering, Futurists, gives us more of what we loved about its predecessor; the quirky lyrics, sublime harmonies and accomplished solos – but this time with added refinement in terms of both musicality and production values. To be fair though it’s been over two years since their debut, Criticism – hence, Futurists easily sidesteps any charge of being rushed.

SSR aren’t a band to whom a particular genre can easily be pinned. They’re equally at home rocking out on numbers like songwriter James Kerr’s autobiographical 1979 or Modesty Sometimes -which taps into All Mod Cons era Jam - or easing it back on their more restrained, more melodic pieces.

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co-writer Stevie Dunn’s plaintive vocals. The pick of the album’s more subdued songs though is undoubtedly Distance, a sombre but delightful ballad on which singers Louise Ware and Gemma Pepper are given free rein on lead vocals. The poppy You Bring Me Changes then revitalises the roster and gives session sax man, Darrell Morrow a chance to show off his stylish chops.

When Will We Be Married (not to be confused with the Waterboys’ classic of the same name) rounds the album off fittingly. Where else on the album could it go, ending appropriately as it does on the lyric “… it’s finished now”?

Futurists is available now on the usual steaming services or, if you’d prefer an actual CD that you can hold, from the band’s website and Facebook page.

This month’s Music Review is a guest column written by Jeff Yates to promote the new album, ‘Futurists’, by Snakeskin Shoe Review.

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WORMS: THE ENEMY WITHIN Regular worming is essential to protect your pet’s health. Worms can cause severe disease, and the risk increases with warm weather.

Roundworms and tapeworms infect both cats and dogs, but dogs can also be at risk from lungworm, whipworm and hookworm (although these are much rarer).

Roundworms are the most common form of worm in dogs. They can pass from mother to pups or when pets eat faeces, drink from infected puddles, or eat infected small mammals such as mice. Adult worms tend to live in the intestines and their eggs, which can’t be seen with the naked eye, are passed in the faeces.

Tapeworms, more common in cats, are are passed around by fleas so the risk increases when it’s warm and fleas are more active. Pets become infected after eating an infected flea

while grooming. Small segments of tapeworm that looks like grains of rice pass in your pet’s faeces - these contain the eggs that then infect the fleas, and so the cycle starts again.

Lungworm causes problems in dogs, typically after eating infected slugs, snails or sometimes frogs – warm weather increases the risk as the intermediate hosts are on the move. Adult worms live in the blood vessels of the heart and the larvae wriggle through the lungs, causing a cough. These larvae move up the windpipe and are eventually swallowed, where they pass in the faeces to infect slugs and snails and await their next chance to infect a dog.

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FEATURE

FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIPS. early access to future talent The expansion of the apprenticeship family to include Foundation Apprenticeships not only provides school pupils with an exciting new work-based learning opportunity, it also gives employers a chance to attract highly motivated young people who are equipped with recent, relevant work experience.

Foundation Apprenticeships support the Scottish Government’s Youth Employment Strategy Developing the Young Workforce - and form part of a wider focus on improving school-employer connections and broadening the career pathways available to young people.

For pupils in S5/S6, Foundation Apprenticeships can be selected as a subject choice alongside Highers and Nationals. This fantastic qualification allows pupils to gain work experience while still at school; it also opens up a wide range of future progression routes including further study or a Modern Apprenticeship.

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Foundation Apprenticeships have been developed for twelve of Scotland’s growth industries including Software Development and Engineering, meeting real skills demands from employers to fit with economic need.

Learners develop an understanding of the workplace responsibilities and duties placed on employers and employees. Employers are able to identify potential early on, thus creating a talent pipeline for future recruitment opportunities.

Involvement in Foundation Apprenticeships is cost-free, yet there is plenty of added value for employers. Providing staff to mentor pupils is an excellent professional development opportunity, developing existing staff’s coaching, communication and leadership skills.

For employers, getting involved in Foundation Apprenticeships is a winning formula.

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PUZZLE

SUDOKU

The Sudoku solution can be found on page 53.

See page 24 for this month’s Crossword.

August

The school holidays are well-advanced but there’s still plenty to see and do across West Lothian this month.

Scotch Hop continues until Wednesday 14th August, in the courtyard of the historic Linlithgow Palace. Also in Linlithgow, at Linlithgow Palace, the whole family can Go Bats with an informative chat about bats before heading out on a night time walk around the Palace and Peel to track down these fascinating nocturnal animals.

On Sunday 18th, head down to Livingston for the town’s first ever “Soapbox Race”.

Expect to see an exciting range of homemade soapboxes navigating obstacles and ramps.

The races takes place on Howden East Road with parking available nearby - or leave the car at home and make use of Livingston’s excellent public transport connections. Also in Livingston, The Centre has welcomed some a selection of new dinosaur friends. Pick up an explorer map from the customer information desk to see if you can find them all. There are also dinosaur-themed arts and crafts every Monday and Friday from 1st July to 16th August from 12 noon until 4pm. The dinosaurs will be about until Friday 16th August.

Over at Jupiter Artland, Scotland’s newest festival of cutting-edge art and music. Jupiter Rising takes place on the weekend of 28th/29th.

Expect an intelligently curated programme, from indie rock to experimental dance and psychedelic jazz set in the beautiful grounds of Jupiter Artland. Tickets are available through their website so don’t miss out.

Why not check out some of the attractions before you visit, with our new videos? You can visit www.visitwestlothian.co.uk to find out more – as well as up-to-date event listings for all of West Lothian. You can keep up to date with all that’s going on across West Lothian’s attractions using the hashtags #GreatDaysOut & #VisitWestLothian.

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PARENTING

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Rainy Days and Mondays

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Kids driving you up the wall yet? Run out of ways to keep them entertained? You are not alone.

It’s usually about this time that I start counting down the weeks until they go back to school, when life will return to something resembling “normal” and I can take solace in a bit of everyday routine.

At the start of the holidays it’s all shiny and new and exciting. I’m full of ideas and things I want to do with them.

But as the Mondays keep on coming the well of ideas starts to run dry. In good weather you can always at least just get outdoors.

But what I really dread is a rainy day…and sadly we’ve already had a fair few of those this summer.

Bad weather often sends me into a bit of a spin while I come up with something to do before we all go stir crazy. But in truth there’s still a lot of indoor fun to be had around these parts.

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painting you fancy. At The Centre Livingston this summer kids can check out the Prehistoric Pals who have taken up residence around the shops until 16th August. We enjoyed an epic day out tracking down all the dinosaur eggs in shop windows and on the plus side I managed to nip into quite a few shops on the way around too! The new Paraffin Works outdoor play area is now open at Almond Valley and we can’t wait to check it out. It is all under cover so kids can climb up and hurl themselves down the massive oil pipes and their spirits won’t be dampened by any bad weather. We recently had our first visit to Innoflate and it was a big hit with my girls so I’m sure we’ll be back there again to burn off some energy on a rainy day. There was plenty of bouncing action for big kids and even a quieter space for wee ones to explore.

And at the end of the day you just can’t beat a good ol’ trip to the bowling alley

at Deer Park – take out your frustrations on the pins rather than the kids!

There’s even activities to be found in the most unexpected of places during the summer. Pets at Home in Livingston are offering Cool Pets workshops in store so kids can get up close with some little furries and learn how to care for them. And nearby Hobbycraft is the place to go for regular Kids Craft Club workshops and Slime Saturdays.

Fingers crossed there’s more sunny days than rainy days over the next few weeks but it’s always good to have a few ideas up your sleeve just in case!

The parenting column is contributed by Laura Archibald. Laura lives in West Lothian with her family and their campervan Hank. She is mummy, wife, blogger and full-time personal assistant to her two girlie girls.

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Home-Start West Lothian provides quality support and friendship to vulnerable families with very young children in their own homes and communities through volunteer befriending.

Can you spare 2 or 3 hours a week to support a local family?

The next training course for home-visiting volunteers will start in September 2019 (date & time tbc) It runs for 8 weeks, 3 hours/ week

For an application pack or to ask about any other volunteering opportunities with us, please contact us on: 01506 415755 or jacqui@homestartwl.org.uk Start your volunteering journey with Home-Start West Lothian and make a difference

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CLUBS & CLASSES

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

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

Check out jogscotland.org.uk.

MS SOCIETY AFTERNOON MEETINGS Group meeting in the afternoons once per month at Dobbies, for those who can’t make the evening meeting. Support group to help people with MS, emotional, financial difficulties and to signpost them to legal and other help. Call Alison Ritchie on 01506 201439 or email viadoc@hotmail.co.uk for more details and the date of this month’s meeting.

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

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

WEST LOTHIAN CLARION Cycling club - Our aim is to help cyclists plan and reach their own goals through training with, and seeking advice and support from fellow club members. Weekly club runs leave from Linlithgow Leisure Centre and East Calder Sports Centre. See www.westlothianclarion.co.uk or email secretary@westlothianclarion.co.uk WEST LOTHIAN 50 PLUS NETWORK New members always welcome for social, educational, recreational and cultural activities. Monthly meet-ups, visits and day trips. Over 25 different activity groups, including arts, crafts, walking, theatre etc. See www. westlothian50plusnetwork.co.uk or call 01506 635510. Office hours Tue - Thu 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 visit 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 RAMBLERS GROUP An enthusiastic group of walkers who enjoy a varied programme of mountain, coastal and woodland walks to suit different abilities. We welcome new members. Walks are on most Sundays, second Thursdays and one Saturday a month. Thursday walks are 5-8 miles with minimal ascent, meet at Livingston Football Club carpark 10am. Saturday walks are more challenging with Munros and Corbetts, starting 7 or 8am from Livingston North railway station. Sunday walks are more varied, around 10-12 miles with some mountain, coastal or woodland, meet at Livingston North

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railway station at 8 or 9am. Please check us out on Facebook or contact Hilda on 01506 882399 for more details.

ALMONDVALE SCOTTISH SENIORS COMPUTER CLUB Waterstones Bookshop Cafe (upstairs), Almondvale Centre, Livingston.

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

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, or find us on facebook @LivingstonSpeakers

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

BROWNIE UNIT (Girls aged 7 - 10 years old) take place on Wednesday night. For more information visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can you can email us on us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

CRAIGSHILL LIVINGSTON KARATE CLUB Classes every Tuesday at Craigswood Sports Centre. 18.00 – 19.00 Dragon Ninjas Class: suitable for 5 – 7 year olds; 19.00 – 20.30 class suitable for adults and children from 8 years. Your first class is free, thereafter there is a special rate of £35 which includes two months of classes and a karate suit. Membership includes free entry to Westerinch Karate Club. Register your interest via our website www.livingstonkarateclub.co.uk ACTIVITY GROUP Are you over 60?

Looking to get out and meet new people?

Come and join in our activity group in Craigengar Park, Craigshill - a mix of gentle physical activity, quizzes and games. We also love a good chat over a cup of tea! All welcome, cost is just £1 per session. Get in touch if you’d like more information, with Cyrenians OPAL (Older People, Active Lives) on 01506 815815, email opal@cyrenians.scot or visit our website www.cyrenians.scot

NEW TOWN ROLLER DERBY Roller Derby team, meeting 9-10pm on Wednesdays at Craigswood Xcite. New members welcome, contact us via our Facebook page (/NewTownRollerGirls) or email newtownrollergirls@hotmail.co.uk. Please contact us before coming to your first session so that we can sort equipment for you.

WEST LOTHIAN RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS CLUB 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.

CRAIGSHILL GOOD NEIGHBOUR NETWORK Practical help, social and volunteering opportunities to socially isolated people of all ages in Craigshill and South Howden. Lunch club, Tuesday social club, optional transport to and from clubs, outings and befriending. Almondbank Centre. Tel 01506 435851.

LODGE ALMONDALE SOCIAL CLUB Our Social Club convenor cordially invites all members, associate members and their guests to visit our social club. The Social Club is open every evening and Saturday afternoon (except Sunday and meeting nights) with Live Music, Dancing and Bingo every Saturday evening and Bingo every Wednesday evening. Non members welcome. Masonic Hall, Craigshill Rd East, Livingston EH54 5DT Tel: 01506 439418.

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

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 7.308.30 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 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.

CRAIGSHILL DANCE CLASS Riverside Wing, Craigsfarm. Wednesdays 5.306.30pm. Fridays 2.00– 3.00pm. Join Craigshill’s new intergenerational dance class for people over 60 and their families.

There will be traditional and modern dances, no partners are required and everyone is welcome from 0 – 100. Classes will run every week except during school holidays.

Seated / adapted dance for people with mobility aids and other challenges is our speciality, so everyone can take part. Every child must have a participating adult. £1 Individuals / £3 Family of 3 or more, payable each week. Can’t come but want to know more? Call: Joanne on 07521 358 239 or Jane on 07473 102 669. www.generationarts.co.uk

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WEST LOTHIAN ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS Craigwillow Centre, Craigshill. A variety of classes including open play sessions for 18 months-5 years Mon, Wed & Fri, structured Pre School classes on selected days for boys and girls. Learn gymnastics in a fun and dedicated full time gymnastics facility. Classes led by fully qualified coaches with morning, afternoon and weekend classes available for children 18 months-3 years and 3-5 years with direct progression to our recreational pathway at age 5 without waiting list. Recreational programme for school age children, a competitive section, and we host adult circuit classes, adult gymnastics classes & parties are also available. Please contact westlothiangymnastics@gmail.com

DEANS NEW LIVINGSTON STATION PARENT AND TODDLERS Group meets on Tues & Thurs 10am-11.30am during school term time at Livingston Station Community Centre, Deans. Cost 50p for children under 18months, £1.50 for 18months upwards.

Price includes a snack.

CHOOSE YOU – YOGA STUDIO AND WELLNESS HUB Wide range of classes at our permanent wellness studio in Carmondean. Yoga classes include Iyengar, Ashtanga, Seasonal, Bihar, Hatha/ Vinyasa and Core Strength as well as yoga for kids, teens and men. We also offer TaiChi. For a full list and timetable, please see our Facebook page -www.facebook.com/ chooseyouyoga, call Eva on 07810 824 195 or email info@chooseyouyoga.co.uk for more information.

SANDS LOTHIANS (STILLBIRTH & NEONATAL DEATH SOCIETY) Support group meets 2nd Monday of every month at 7-9pm.

Pregnancy support group – as and when required. Mother and toddler group- for women who have other children but want to continue to chat and meet others who understand. For further information see www.sands-lothians.org.uk. Unit 3, Carmondean Business Units, Carmondean Centre South Road, Livingston, EH54 8PT CRAFT ‘N’ STITCH CLUB Livingston Station Community Centre, Wed 1.30pm - 3.30pm. We do a variety of stitching and craft work and are looking for new members and new ideas, if you are interested in coming along to see us or joining us contact Grace on 01506 415719.

RAMPAGING ROOKS JUNIOR CHESS CLUB Deans Community High School - Meets every Wednesday from 5:30-7:00. For further information contact rampagingrooks@gmail.com or just turn up during the session. Cost is £2 per session.

SINGING FOR HEALTH Come and join our fortnightly singing group at the Ability Centre in Carmondean. No singing skills required!

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doing it. Cost is £1.20 per session – all welcome! Group run by Cyrenians OPAL (Older People, Active Lives), 01506 815815, email opal@cyrenians.scot or visit our website www.cyrenians.scot

YOGA Carmondean Community Centre, Mondays 6.30 – 7.45 and Tuesdays 6.30 – 7.30. Please contact Tina on 07834 970409 or email tina@yogamed.co.uk.

See www.yogamed.co.uk 13TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUTS Livingston Station Centre Deans on Tuesday nights for Beavers 6.30pm till 7.30pm and Thursday nights 6.30pm till 9.00pm for Cubs/Scouts.

If you or someone you know would be interested in coming on board as a leader, adult helper or executive member please get in touch. Steven Graham G.S.L stevengraham162@gmail.com 07786638442.

YOGA FOR PEOPLE WITH HEALTH CONDITIONS Ability Centre, Carmondean Centre Road. Wednesdays 1:00 - 2:15pm.

Contact Bijam on 07966 573 804 or email: info@yogawithbijam.co.uk

LIVINGSTON STATION PLAYGROUP Livingston Station Community Centre.

Spaces available for 2-5 year olds. Monday – Friday mornings 9.10 – 11.30. £5 per session and £1 per week for a healthy snack. Please contact us on 07525 156407 to place your child’s name on our waiting list or see us on Facebook for more information.

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

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

We also have Facebook and Twitter pages.

LOTHIANS MS SUPPORT GROUP Open to anyone living with Multiple Sclerosis, family & friends. Informal monthly meetings for support, information and activities. Membership and meetings free.

Meet at the Ability Centre, Carmondean, EH54 8PT on the second Tuesday of each month, 7-8.30pm. For more information please contact Martin Donnelly, Treasurer on 07703 383431.

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 Sue Campbell on 01506 413447, or Eileen Griffiths on 01506 239576.

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

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION AND YOGA CLASSES Carmondean Comunity Centre. FREE courses and weekly dropin’s for cancer patients. Email: Tina@yogamed.co.uk for more information LIVINGSTON UNITED PARISH CHURCH Meets on Sundays at Nether Dechmont Community Centre, Fells Rigg. 8.45 – Eucharist. 9.30 – All-age Worship.

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

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

2ND LIVINGSTON GIRLS’ BRIGADE COMPANY Meets Tuesdays in St Andrew’s Church Hall 4A Main Street, Deans. Explorers (P1-3) 6.30-7.45.

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

RAINBOW UNITS (Girls aged 5 - 7 years old) take place on Wednesday and Monday nights. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/getinvolved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

BROWNIE UNIT (Girls aged 7 - 10 years old) take place on Monday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com.

GUIDE UNIT (Girls aged 10 - 14 years old) take place on Monday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org. uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

DEDRIDGE KINGS CHURCH WEST LOTHIAN A family friendly church meeting every Sunday at 3pm. Our meetings are a mix of modern worship, teaching from the bible and fun activities for kids. We hold other events like Alpha, bingo nights and a Summer Funday. Check out www.kingschurchwl.org or contact connect@kingschurchwl.org for more info.

DEDRIDGE GOOD NEIGHBOUR NETWORK A local voluntary organisation offering Mother/Toddler Group, Lunch & Social Groups, Craft Classes, Gentle Exercise and volunteering opportunities.

Based in Lanthorn Community Complex. Tel: 01506 416137

SPACE ACADEMY CHILDREN’S CLUB Monthly club for primary aged children held on the last Friday of each month from 1.303.30pm 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.

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JYHS BADMINTON CLUB at James Young High School on Saturdays. Open to school children in the Livingston area of any age or ability. Primary School age (P1-P7) 9am l0am. High School age (S1-S6) l0am - 11am.

Contact: Ann (01506 438717) or Joyce (01506 462430).

DEDRIDGE SPIRITUALIST CHURCH Crofthead Community Centre, Templer Rise. Wednesdays 7.30pm. We are one of the oldest running spiritualist church in Livingston. We have been serving the community since 1985. We have a different medium every week. No admission fee. Find us on Facebook and website:dedridgespiritualstchurch.co.uk LIVINGSTON CAMERA CLUB Crofthead Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge. We meet every Monday evening at 7:15pm - 9:30pm.

All welcome. Annual subscription £25, weekly attendance £2.50 (concessions available). Annual programme of visiting speakers, members digital, print & AV evenings, internal & external competitions, tutorials and outings. The central aim of the club is to encourage individual members to share ideas, knowledge and experience, and develop their photographic skills. www.livingstoncameraclub.org.uk. Email – contact@livingstoncameraclub.org.uk Facebook – /livingstoncameraclub Twitter – @LiviCamClub CAFÉ CONNECT Friendly community café with homebaking and refreshments.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:3012. Dedridge Baptist Church, Quentin Rise.

Contact 01506 415837.

CAFE CONNECT EXTRA For those suffering with dementia, and their carers.

First Wednesday of the month except Jan and July, 2pm – 3.30pm. Dedridge Baptist Church, Quentin Rise, Dedridge, EH54 6QR. For further information please contact Alzheimer Scotland on 01506 533108 .

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’.

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

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

COMMUNITY PLAYGROUPS CROFTHEAD Crofthead Community Centre, Templar Rise, EH54 6DG. £7.50 per session. Manager: Alexis, contact 07591 734489.

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WEST LOTHIAN DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP A free self-help group for adults living with depression, low mood and anxiety or those who support others.

We meet the first Wednesday of every month at 7.00 - 9.00pm within Crofthead Farm, Dedridge, EH54 6DG. DEDRIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP Wednesdays 9.15am – 11.15am: Baby and Toddler group (children 0-5 years old)Fridays 10-11am: Little Fishes. (Children 0-5 years old) 50p per child. Crafts and snacks.

01506 415837 Facebook: Dedridge Baptist Church 0-5 groups.

LIVINGSTON & DISTRICT AMATEUR RADIO SOCIETY (LADARS) Full amateur radio station at the club operating on the High Frequency and VHF bands. Crofthead Farm Community Education Centre, Crofthead Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge, Tuesdays 7-9 pm. Training can be provided to achieve all levels of the amateur license by fully accredited assessors and trainers.

Happy to assist with your radio and electronics projects or just to get you started with amateur radio as a hobby. Come along and speak to the world. See our website www.LADARS.org.uk or just come along on any Tuesday.

BRIGHTER DAYS Support group for families living with ADHD and assosciated disorders. The group meets once a fortnight on a Thursday at Crofthead Centre, Templar Rise, Dedridge 7 – 9pm.

For more info see www.brighter-days.com or email brighter_days@rocketmail.com.

Kids club coming soon - every Saturday weekly for children. Activities available will include arts, crafts and music.

1 LIVINGSTON GIRLS BRIGADE COMPANY The Lanthorn Community Complex, Kenilworth Rise, Dedridge.

Meet on Wednesday evenings.

Explorers (P1-3) 6.30pm till 7.45pm.

Juniors (P4-7) 6.30pm till 8.00pm.

Brigaders (S1+) 6.30pm till 8.00pm.

For further information please email admin@5livingston.co.uk or telephone Mairi Dalgleish on 01506 440303 ST

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 6:30-8:15pm. Company Section P7 to 18 years from 7:30 to 9:45pm. For further information contact Stuart Dalgleish 01506 440303 or email admin@5livingston.co.uk BABY & TODDLER ACTIVIES Kidzeco Livingston, 3a The Centre, Almondvale South, Livingston, EH54 6NB. Monthly sling meets (Baby Wearing West Lothian).

Please contact Kidzeco Livingston on 01506 238283 for more information. Large family area with feeding/changing area and play area for children too!

LIVINGSTON SOUTH COMMUNITY CHURCH With roots in Church of Scotland, Methodist, Scottish Episcopal & United Reformchurch since 1966. SCO

Number 44088. We serve the south of the town, worshipping each Sunday at 10am. The 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month in Lanthorn Community Centre, Kenilworth Rise, 2nd & 4th Sundays in Murieston Village Hall. Sunday club for the children runs at same time as service. We are on Facebook, or e-mail livingstonsouthcommunitychurch@gmail.com for weekly updates.

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

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

LIVINGSTON AMATEUR FLUTE ENSEMBLE A voluntary group for learning and improving technique of playing flute, percussion, recorder & keyboard. We play a variety of music. Everyone is welcome from experienced players to those wishing to learn and those who played at school and want to get back to playing. Our group practice cater for adults and children from 6 years. For further information please contact Alice on 01506 462623.

Email: mgolshan951@btinternet.com

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 11.15am; Tuesday Bible Study - 7.30pm.

LITTLE JEWELS BABY AND TODDLER GROUP Free Church of Scotland, Jackson Place, Eliburn. Tuesdays 10-11:30am, term time only. Play time, craft, snack and songs for babies, toddlers and their parents/carers. 50p per family.

For more information email littlejewelslivingston@gmail.com or find us on facebook @littlejewelslivingston

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HOWDEN LIVINGSTON ART ASSOCIATION Tuition and workshops in and pottery at Howden Park Centre Tues 10am-12 and 7-9pm; Thursday 10am-12.

Painting at Midcalder Institute Hall, Tues 10am-12 & 7-9; Wed 10am-12; Thurs 10-12 & 7-9pm; Friday untutored open session 10am-12. Free Taster sessions and visitors welcome. Annual subscription £45 [discounts after 1st Jan] and small weekly tuition fee to Tutors.

Contact us at liviartassoc@msn.com, See us at www.livingston-art-assoc.org.uk and Find us on facebook.

GENERATION DANCE Thursdays 11.30 - 12.30 at Howden Park Centre. This is a community dance class for age 60+ and is an accessible group for all abilities. Vintage – Intermediate dance class. Thursdays 12.45 - 1.45 at Howden Park Centre. For those age 60+ that are ready to take their dance to the next level.

HOWDEN PARENT & TODDLERS Every Friday morning (during term time) from 9.30 till 11.30am in the Salvation Army Hall, Kingsport Avenue, Howden. £2 per Parent/ child. Contact Fiona Mitchell on 07747 850695 or email feesngravy@gmail.com for more details.

MEMORIA CAFÉ FOR PEOPLE WITH EARLY TO MODERATE DEMENTIA Braid House, Labrador Avenue, EH54 6BU. From 2pm to 4pm 3rd Tuesday of every month. Contact Maurice on 07864 502899.

WEST LOTHIAN GENERATION ARTS Helps people stay healthy mentally and physically by offering classes of seated dance, singing and arts. Classes are held in St. Mary’s Hall, Livery Street, Bathgate, for over sixties, on Fridays at 10.30am and Howden Park Centre, Livingston, on Thursdays at 1130 a.m. Further info from generationarts.coordinator@gmail.com GOSH - GROUP OSTOMY SELF HELP Led by volunteers, we are there to help, advise, encourage and discuss problems which may arise in the management of members’ Stoma, from time to time.

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

Remember, you are not alone. We meet in St. Johns Hospital at 7.30pm on the last Wednesday of each month in OPD4.

All Ostomists and their partner/friend are invited. For more info contact Alistair on 01506-822695.

ST MUNGO’S LIVINGSTON Come be part of our vibrant church community which meets every Sunday at 10.30am, St Margaret’s Academy. www.stmungos.org

29TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUT GROUP Community Wing at Toronto Primary. Cubs Mon 6:30 - 8pm, Beavers Wed 6:30 7:30pm, Scouts 7:45 – 9:30pm, Fri 7 -9pm.

Call David 07876 776012.

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FIREFLY ARTS Firefly Arts provide fun and friendly theatre, film and drama workshops for children and young people (5 to 25 years) in venues across West Lothian. Call 01506 333005 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 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: www.livi20milers.blogspot.co.uk/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/LMilers RAINBOW UNIT (Girls aged 5 - 7 years old) take place on Tuesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

BROWNIE UNIT (Girls aged 7 - 10 years old) take place on Tuesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

GUIDE UNIT (Girls aged 10 - 14 years old) take place on Tuesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/getinvolved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

KNIGHTSRIDGE 12TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUT GROUP Knightsridge Primary School, Girls and Boys. Beavers (6-8) Tue 6:15 – 7pm. Cubs (8-10) Tue 7:15 – 8:45pm. Scouts (10-14) Mon 6:30 – 8:30. Contact Neil 07986 538582; www.12thwestlothianscouts.org.uk 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: 1.002.00pm - “Baby Peet” - stories and singing, baby/toddler drop in 1.00-3.30pm. For more info tel 01506 444970.

LADYWELL RAINBOWS, BROWNIES, GUIDES Rainbow unit for girls aged 5-7, Tuesday nights. For more information see wwwgirlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or email westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com CELEBRATE RECOVERY Forrestbank Community Centre, Forrestbank, EH54 6DX. Thursdays 1.30pm to 3.00pm. If you’re struggling with addiction issues come along or tel. Brian 07534 335528 Email brianwilsonferguson@outlook.com

WEST LOTHIAN DIABETES UK GROUP Inveralmond Community High School, Ladywell, EH54 6HW. Meet monthly on the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm.

See www.west-lothian.diabetesukgroup.org ALMOND VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH A Church for you and your Family! Sunday School and Worship services starting at 11am. Meeting at the Newyearfield Farm Community Centre on Hawkbrae in Livingston. Contact phone number 07570 790862 or email at avbc@btinternet.com

KIDS CLUB Forrestbank Community Centre. A varied programme of educational games, art & drawing, children 5-9yrs. Mon 6.00 - 7.45pm £1 per week – term time only. Tel 01506 430035.

LADYWELL NEIGHBOURHOOD NETWORK 28 Heatherbank, Ladywell.

Community services in Ladywell, a range of social groups including craft, lunch club, fitness. Befriending service and much more. For more information call 01506 437746 or see www.ladywellnn.org.uk LADYWELL STAR COMMUNITY FOOTBALL CLUB Inveralmond Community High School. A range of teams and fixtures. See www.ladywellstarcfc.co.uk

SPPA (SCOTTISH PRE-SCHOOL PLAY ASSOCIATION) GROUP Newyearfield Farm. Toddlers Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri: 09.30 – 11.30am. Tel 01506 462458 MEMORY CAFE For those suffering with dementia, and their carers. Newyearfield Farm Community Centre Hawk Brae, Livingston, EH54 6AB. Third Thursday of the month 2.15pm-3.30pm. For further information please contact Alzheimer Scotland on 01506 533108

WEST LOTHIAN BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meets on the Second Tuesday of the month in Oscar’s Ladywell from 7pm-9pm. Further details and information, contact Nan McDonald tel: 07855 238078.

RAINBOW UNIT (Girls aged 5 - 7 years old) take place on Wednesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org. uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

BROWNIE UNIT (Girls aged 7 - 10 years old) take place on Wednesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

SENIOR SECTION UNIT (Girls aged 14 - 25 years old) take place on every other Thursday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/getinvolved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

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

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

Mondays & Wednesdays 9-11am. For babies and children aged 0-5 years accompanied by an adult. £1 per family.

Term-time only. For more information email livitoddlers@yahoo.co.uk or visit www. facebook.com/livitoddlers RAINBOW UNIT (Girls aged 5 - 7 years old) take place on Wednesday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com.

BROWNIE UNIT (Girls aged 7 - 10 years old) take place on Monday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com.

GUIDE UNIT (Girls aged 10 - 14 years old) take place on Monday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com.

MURIESTON LIVINGSTON ROUND TABLE Livingston Cricket Club, Murieston, EH54 9HB. The BEST young men’s club in the world: have fun, help your community and develop new skills. If you’re a man aged 18 - 45, why not come along to a couple of events and see what we’re all about?

Business meetings 1st Thurs of the month; social event 3rd Thurs of the month. For more info please email membership@ livingstonroundtable.co.uk or text Join and your postcode to 60066.

RAINBOW UNIT (Girls aged 5 - 7 years old) take place on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com.

BROWNIE UNIT (Girls aged 7 - 10 years old) take place on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights. For more information please visit www.girlguiding. org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@ gmail.com.

GUIDE UNIT (Girls aged 10 - 14 years old) take place on Monday & Tuesday nights. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

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SENIOR SECTION UNIT (Girls aged 14 - 25 years old) take place on Thursday night. For more information please visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved or alternatively you can email us on westlothiangirlguiding@gmail.com.

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

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LIVINGSTON CRICKET CLUB Cricket fixtures & busy social calendar.

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

Contact Dorothy Doak 01506 437977 for more information.

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

CHURCHES OASIS CHRISTIAN CENTRE Come and join us at Oasis Christian Centre, Fells Rigg, Carmondean for lively family worship with teaching from the Bible at 10.30am.

We celebrate the Lord’s Supper every second week. For further details please visit our website at oasischristiancentrelivingston.org.uk.

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