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October2022
Gala Life
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CONTENTS
Fitness With Alan Clinch
All the news from our MPs, Councillors, Clubs, Groups and Churches.
Keeping Cosy
This month Alan looks at the top 10 food myths, part 2.
This month we have a delicious recipe for Cheese 'n' Mac Lasagne.
WELCOME
All the latest news, gossip and results from the boys in maroon.
I haven’t mentioned Christmas - but as you will see many of our great local places are getting ready - so have a good read and make a plan for this Autumn right through until Christmas with Gala Life. Stay safe and see you in November.
Welcome to the October edition of Gala Life. As I write this the sun has been shining brightly in the Borders and indeed Scotland as a whole. The country has been showcased in all its glory around the world recently on television. We would like to offer our condolences to the Royal Family and to all those who have lost a loved one.
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In this edition we are looking towards Autumn and it’s spectacular colours, Dawyck Gardens in Peebles is a must at this time of year. As it is October we can’t not mention Halloween - we have lots to do for Halloween and the school half term holidays. There are walks, trips, visits and theatre shows as well as live music. Abbotsford has lots on for kids and adults too!
With cooler days coming we have a hearty recipe - Mac ’n’ Cheese Lasagne. Sheila looks at taking care of the garden in readiness for winter, Alan considers Food Myths part 2. Lynsey has been busy looking at ways to keep yourself and your home warm over the coming winter. Lastly Willie’s Computer page looks at how to migrate your Android phone if you are looking at the new iPhone 14.
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Sheila looks at some tidying up jobs as we prepare for winter.
British Summer Time
With the clocks changing this month we look back at the history of BST.
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Our Gala Life Community
Please check with individual groups for the latest information.
Syrinx Flutes - meet one Monday evening (7pm to 9pm) a month from August to May in the Corn Exchange at Melrose with leader Lis Dooner (07774 813693) lisdooner@btinternet.com Or try elizabethraitt@icloud.com in the first instance. All abilities from approx Grade 3. Why not dust off your underused flute and join our friendly group? It’s such fun playing with others.
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Borders Recovery Group - Meet Fridays 5-7pm @ Focus Centre. This group is run for and by people with lived experience of recovery. "The opposite of addiction is not sobriety; it's connection" Johann Hari. This group is a safe and welcoming space for anyone who is 16+ to meet for peer support, fun activities and training. For more info contact info@youthwellbeingcoaching.com or 07971757514.
Lindean Carpet Bowling Club - we open for the new season at Lindean Village Hall on Wednesday 5th October, 7.30pm. Great fun for all ages, we welcome back members old and new. Don’t worry if you haven’t played the game before, tuition available for beginners. Why not give it a try! For more details phone 01896755316
Gala Squash and Racketball Club - Monday night 7pm - late: Club Night at Gala Squash Club, turn up and have a hit. £2 for members and £4 for Non-Members. Every Thursday 7pm-8.30pm is Ladies Night at Gala Squash Club - Turn up and have a hit about and a laugh, all ladies welcome.
Gala Waterways Group The Group usually meets at 10.00am until noon on the first Saturday of each month and typically prunes trees, clears undergrowth and removes rubbish along the Gala Water and Mill Lade in Galashiels. For more information contact galawaterways@gmail.com or 07763 850087. www.facebook.com/galawg/
Gala Policies Group - The group holds a litter pick round Gala Policies on the last Saturday of the month from 10 - 12pm. Meet up at entrance to the Policies near Gala swimming pool. Litter pickers and bags provided. Please bring own gloves if possible. We are COVID compliant.
Langlee Community Choir - Mondays at 7.00pm in Langlee Community Centre, Galashiels. The choir always welcomes new singers of any age or ability. If you are a shy singer, the choir will bring out your confidence. No pressure, no auditions, just good fun. Keep watching out in Gala Life or listen to local radio for upcoming performances. To book the choir or for any other information, please visit www.langleecommunitychoir.org.uk/contactus.html
The Eildon Singers - We are a mixed voice choir of some 40 members from all over the central Borders. We sing mainly classical works, with some lighter pieces. Our rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings, starting again on Wednesday 31st August in the Ormiston Rooms, Market Square, Melrose, from 7.15 to 9.00 p.m. We'll be preparing music for our Christmas concert on Sunday 4th December, and new singers are always welcome (no auditions). If you would like more information please ring our secretary, Margery Inglis, on 01750 21085.
Gala Water Singers - Our choir practice has resumed - at the moment we can still continue at Stow Station House for our practices. 11th December Christmas concert 3-00pm, 13th December carol sing round Heriot, 20th December carol singing round Stow, Weekend 10/11 June 2023 summer concert. We look forward to welcoming old and new members to Stow Station House on Tuesday evenings.
One Acchord Ladies A Cappella Chorus - Ladies, if you want to sing, please come and meet us at Bowden Village Hall, Main Street, Bowden, TD6 0SS. Learn to sing in 4 Part Harmony, no auditions needed. We welcome everyone who wants to join us. Rehearsal times: 3 Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm and 1 Saturday 2-5pm a month. Phone 07710699619 or visit our website www.oneacchord.co.uk
Dance Class - Circle Dancing is suitable for almost everyone, dancing in simple step patterns to wonderful music from around the world. No previous experience necessary as each dance is taught by dance leader. New dancers are very welcome to join our small friendly group. We dance every Tuesday 2 -4 pm at Anderson Chambers, Market Street, Galashiels TD1 3AF. £5 per class. A lovely way to stay active and meet new friends. For further information Contact Kate 07523 466657.
Scottish Country Dancing - Old & St Paul's Church Hall Tuesdays 7-9pm. All welcome. Contacts 01896822354 or 01578730591.
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Al-Anon Family Groups - Every Wednesday at 7.30pm, St Peter's Church, Parsonage Road, Galashiels. Many people are affected by the excessive drinking of someone close to them. Find understanding, help and support in Al-Anon Family Groups. For further information call 07709948205 or visit www.al-anonuk.org.uk for meetings in Selkirk and Hawick.
Galashiels Clef Club. Our next meeting is Saturday 22nd October at Lucy Sanderson Hall in Tweed Terrace. We offer a friendly welcome to everyone who can play an instrument or sing and they are free to choose any piece of music to entertain their fellow members. The range of music is wide and includes all styles of classical music, along with folksongs and songs from the shows, excursions into jazz, and members' own compositions. Please contact our president, Dorothea dmghall@hotmail or secretary John jda.wood@virgin.net for more information. Our website is https://clefclub.co.uk
The Galashiels Town Band - The Band is always on the lookout for new members, experienced or beginners, age 8 to 80. The band offers free instruments, music and tuition to all ages. Monday 17th October we are holding a recruitment event for beginners in the Band Hall, 6a Roxburgh Street from 3:30 to 5:00. The beginner’s group will then meet on Mondays at 4pm. Want to know more? Visit our Facebook page, email us at info@galatownband.org.uk or contact Nichola Broatch on 07856 266230
Pipe Band - The Galashiels Ex-Service Pipe Band, Wednesday nights, 7pm at The Royal British Legion Club, Park Street, Galashiels. Experienced players and beginners most welcome to join. Please contact the secretary, Scott Mitchell on galafirefox@gmail.com
Gala Chess Club meeting every Tuesday evening at the Focus Centre, Galashiels between 7.00pm and 9.00pm. All levels welcome. Facebook - gala chess club.
Galashiels Studio Club - for artists and people who enjoy art. We meet weekly over the winter months in Old Gala House, 7.30 to 9.30, on Thursdays, and provide a varied programme of talks or demonstrations by professional artists and workshops led by professionals or club members. For more information, check out our Facebook page or phone 07598241798. The club is open to all levels of artists, and welcomes new members and visitors. Our annual exhibition is in Old Gala House from Saturday, 10th September to Sunday, 2nd October. All the artwork is by Club members and invited guests. Old Gala House, Mon- Sat, 10.00 - 4.00. Sun, 1.00 - 4.00. Entry free.
Scottish Borders Versus Arthritis Support Group - meets online first Saturday of each month from 11am until 12.30pm. With a variety of interesting speakers and coffee and catch-up sessions, anyone who is living with arthritis or has an interest is very welcome. For more information, please, email info@scottishbordersversusarthritis.org
Gala Windbags - We are a charitable group affiliated to chest heart and stroke Scotland with meetings every Thursday 1.30 to 3.30pm in Lucy Sanderson Hall Galashiels. Contact details are Hazel Crombie phone 01896 753788.
Gentle Exercise Class for Older Adults - Langlee Community Centre - £3 per class. 10.30-11.15am every Wednesday - contact 07713357450 to book.
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‘Heart for Art’ Trinity Church Hall, High St, Galashiels every Wednesday afternoon, 1.30pm to 3.30pm. This is a Church of Scotland project which seeks to bring creativity and connection to those living with dementia in Scotland. Come along to our free art classes (with a carer if you wish) where staff of experienced professional artists and volunteers have enhanced dementia training. For more information look on facebook @CrossReachHeartForArt or email: heartfor.art@crossreach.org.uk
Galashiels & District Probus Club - We provide regular meetings for retired and semi-retired professional and business men and women to enjoy the company of like-minded people who appreciate the camaraderie of being part of the Club. We meet fortnightly from September to May on Thursday mornings at the Waverley Castle Hotel, Melrose and after tea or coffee we enjoy a wide variety of interesting talks by guest speakers. We are always open to welcome new members and if you are interested in joining please ask any member or phone 01896 822892 for more information.
Galashiels Inner Wheel Club - Our monthly meetings which are open to women of any age group and all walks of life are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm in Cafe Recharge Island Street. New members are always welcome so if your thing is fun friendship and fundraising for local, national and international charities then please get in touch with Sheila on 07708732320. Our first charity event of the new session will be a Rock and Pop Classics dance on the 1st October at 7.30pm in the Focus Centre Livingstone Place. BYOB and music is by local band Wrong Side of the Grass. Tickets are £10 and available from Eileen on 07969552203 or Rosemary on 07341814538.
Eildon Ramblers - If you enjoy walking you’ll enjoy walking with the Eildon Ramblers. We meet weekly on either a Saturday or a Sunday at 10.00am at various locations in the Borders. To see details of upcoming walks visit www.eildonramblers.org.uk or for general information please email eildon.ramblers@gmail.com or phone 07877 159126. Our motto is friendship, fitness, fun and fresh air.
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Melrose Historical and Archaeological Association Tuesday 4th October 2022 - Old Melrose Walk. Starting from the Old Melrose Tearoom, off the A68, at 1:30pm. A guided walk through 2000 years of history, including the site of the monastery where St.Cuthbert began his religious life. Adults £2, children free. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday 11th October 2022, at 7:30pm in Marmions @ the Wynd, off Buccleuch Street, Melrose - when our guest speaker, John Woodhurst, will present an illustrated lecture - 'Searches for Churches on Lindisfarne: An Historical Re-evaluation Resulting from Recent Archaeology on the Heugh'. All welcome. Free to Members, £3 to visitors.
Ormiston Bridge Club - The club meets each Monday at 6.30pm in Gala Rugby Club from September to April. New members are very welcome. If your bridge is a bit rusty or you are unfamiliar with club play, we can provide some refresher sessions. For more information email ormistonbridgeclub52@gmail.com or visit the Ormiston club website. Hope to see you in September!
Langlee Badminton Club Thursdays, 5.15pm-7pm in the main hall at Langlee Community Centre, Marigold Drive, Galashiels, £2 per session. Under-16s must be accompanied by parent/ guardian. We're a friendly group who get together once a week to play badminton, all year round. Beginners welcome, racquets and shuttles provided. Call Kevin Janiak on 07825 269667 for more information.
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2 tbsp olive oil
Brown the mince and pancetta in half the oil. Transfer to a bowl with a slotted spoon and set aside.
For the cheese sauce
½ onion, ½ celery stick, ½ carrot, finely chopped
Ingredients
A lovely winter warmer for the darker nights!
Fry the onion, celery and carrot in the remainder of the oil for 10 mins until just softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 min more, then return the meat to the pan. Tip in the wine, bring to a simmer and cook until the mixture is reduced by half. Stir in the tomato purée, tomatoes, stock, bay, rosemary and sugar. Simmer, covered, for 30 mins, then remove the lid and simmer uncovered for another 10 mins until reduced.
250ml beef stock
Meanwhile, make the cheese sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan until foaming, then stir in the flour and cook for 2 mins. Stir in the mustard, then remove from the heat and gradually whisk in the milk in small additions. Return the pan to the heat and simmer for 5-6 mins, whisking continuously until thick and smooth. Add the nutmeg, parmesan and 80g of the cheddar, then season to taste.
400g lean beef mince
400g macaroni or any tube pasta
100g mature cheddar, grated
1 rosemary sprig
Method
150ml red wine
2 bay leaves
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100g grated parmesan
2 tsp English or Dijon mustard
Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan and cook the macaroni in a large pan of boiling water for 5 mins. Drain, then stir into the cheese sauce. Spread the ragu into the base of a large rectangular baking dish, then spoon over the mac ‘n’ cheese and gently spread out using the back of a spoon to cover the ragu. Top with the remaining cheddar and the mozzarella, and bake for 25-30 mins until golden and bubbling. Leave to rest for 5 mins and serve.
50g smoked pancetta, chopped or use smoked bacon lardons
1 tbsp tomato purée
1 tsp sugar
Macaroni Cheese Lasagne
400g can chopped tomatoes
50g plain flour
800ml semi-skimmed milk small grating of nutmeg
1 garlic clove, crushed
80g grated mozzarella
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50g butter
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Plug both phones into power, place them side by side and make sure the Android has Wi-Fi switched on.
On your Android now select the content you want to transfer and tap Continue. Then leave both devices alone until the loading bar that appears on your iPhone has finished – even if
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You can now choose to sync your entire library to your new phone, or only select the songs or artists that you’ve just added.
Select the music that you want to move and drag it to a new folder you create on your Whencomputer.that's transferred, disconnect your Android and now connect your iPhone to your Oncomputer.anearlier Mac or on a PC, open iTunes and click Songs. On a later Mac open Music.
your Android shows that the process has been completed. The whole transfer can take a while, depending on how much content you're moving.
After the loading bar has finished on your iPhone, tap Done on your Android and Continue on your iPhone and follow the on-screen steps to finish setting up your new phone.
If they're available on both Google Play and the App Store, some of your free apps will also be transferred. After the transfer is complete, you can download any free apps that were matched from the App Store.
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If it goes wrong, reset the iPhone and start again, but check there’s enough space for what you are transferring.
With the new iPhone 14 on it’s way, many will be tempted to ditch their Android and move up. Apple make it relatively easy to transfer all your data with the help of an app called Move to IOS, so download it from Google onto your old phone.
You will now have to move your music manually. Connect your Android to your computer and find your music. On a Mac, install Android File Transfer from www.android.com/filetransfer/ open it, then go to Music.
Open the new folder where you put your songs and drag them to the Songs section in the Music app or iTunes Library.
Start the Setup in your iPhone and when it gets to Apps & Data select ‘Move data From Android’
On the old phone open the Move to Android app and agree to the terms and conditions.
Before you begin, make sure there’s enough space on the new iPhone to hold everything from the old Android, including its Micro SD card. This method only works when setting up the new phone, if you’ve completed the setup you will have to erase the iPhone and start again (Settings > General > Reset).
You will find your music on your new iPhone in the Music app.
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On your iPhone the Move from Android screen will appear. Tap Continue and wait for a ten or six-digit code to appear. Enter this code in the YourAndroid.iPhone will create a temporary Wi-Fi network. Tap Connect to join that network on your Android and wait for the Transfer Data screen to appear.
Here's what gets transferred: contacts, message history, camera photos and videos, photo albums, files and folders, accessibility settings, display settings, web bookmarks, mail accounts, WhatsApp messages and media, and calendars.
If you need further help see apple.com/en-gb/HT205063https://support.
Gala Life 13 Thinking about a move? No one values your home more Contact our Galashiels office to arrange a Home Report or survey. T: 01896 752009 or Galashiels@dmhall.co.uk dmhall.co.uk
14 Gala Life 4 3 6 5 8 9 3 6 7 1 5 4 9 6 6 4 1 7 2 3 7 5 4 6 4 6 2 5 7 5 3 8 6 1 9 2 5 3 8 6 7 This Month’s Easy Sudoku How to play............ Fill the grid so that every row, column and every 3 x 3 box contains the numbers 1 through to 9 with no repetition. That’s all there is to it! Use reasoning and logic to solve the puzzle - there’s no maths or adding up. Look carefully for what numbers can go where and with a little practice it will get easier!
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It’s worth checking the food labels – supermarkets are getting much better at this – to see how many calories will be found in a serving…..and then review the size of your servings! When eating low fat options, don’t be tempted to eat more: keep portion sizes the same. It’s really not a good idea to have some high fat treats to ‘reward’ yourself!
Low fat and fat free foods are a healthy choice
There isn’t actually any research evidence to suggest that this is true. A recent study found that the foods that people crave are actually the ones that they miss most – usually chocolate or biscuits! It’s much better to simply look for some balance in your diet.
The last word then must go to the NHS: - their eight tips for healthy eating are as follows: balanced-diet/eight-tips-for-healthy-eating/www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/how-to-eat-a-
It’s better to have a breakfast bar instead of a chocolate bar
Raw food diets are better for you
Low Carbohydrate diets are the best way to lose weight
In a very simplistic form, weight loss will result if your energy expenditure is greater than your energy intake…. but bear in mind that the type of calories that you eat have a significant bearing on this.
If you’re consuming things like yoghurt or milk, then lower fat options are certainly a good idea, but many other foods (not just cakes and biscuits, but ready meals and breakfast cereals) are likely to substitute the fat with sugars, which is ultimately likely to result in weight gain.
Here is the second part of a review of food myths, aiming to dispel some of the common myths surrounding food, and hopefully aid you in making sound choices regarding your diet. To reiterate last month’s statement, bear in mind that the statements are quite general, so anyone who has specific dietary issues should consult an appropriately qualified health professional who will be able to give individualised advice. As a starter, the NHS Choices website www.nhs.uk/live-well/ eat-well/ is straightforward and helpful. Another sound source of information is health-information/nutrition-diet/healthy-eatingwww.bupa.co.uk/
Eat lots of fruit and veg
When going on diets, lowering your intake of carbohydrates may result in short term weight loss, but the problem is such diets are difficult to sustain. Low carbohydrate diets often result in lower energy levels – regular exercisers need a steady supply of carbs to help top up energy levels and provide fuel for activities.
Eat more fish
Get active and be a healthy weight
Once again, there is no evidence to support the view that raw food diets are beneficial. It’s true that cooking will sometimes have an effect on nutrients, some things are actually easier for the body to absorb after cooking – whilst there is nothing wrong with salads or raw vegetables, as ever they should form part of as balanced diet.
Base your meals on starchy foods
Don't get thirsty
As stated above, people with specific dietary issues should consult an appropriately qualified health professional who will be able to give individualised advice
Top 10 Food Myths (Part 2)
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Craving is the body’s way of asking for nutrients
Don’t skip breakfast
Cut down on saturated fat and sugar
with Alan Clinch
Most cereal bars contain plenty of healthy ingredients – fibre for example. The problem is that they are still very high in sugars and fats. For more information on a recent survey of cereal bars look at www.goodto.com/wellbeing/healthy-cerealbars-the-best-and-worst-revealed-48890 beware!
Eat less salt
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Reiver Petanque - formerly Melrose and Galashiels Petanque Club, now meets at the playing area near The Waterwheel Tea Room, Philiphaugh, Selkirk, TD7 5LU for regular Club days on Wednesday and Sunday afternoons 1pm-4pm. At other times the area is open to anyone to play with their own equipment unless notices on Facebook or on the noticeboard at the piste state otherwise. There will be occasional league and other matches between other clubs throughout the year. Please contact Peter on 07895 275669 or Ron on 07986 644661 for more information and come along, learn about the sport from established players and have fun. The area is accessible for wheelchair users and the sport is suitable for all ages.
Borders Philatelic Society - we welcome new members who have an interest in Postal History, Stamps or Postcards at any level from all across the Borders. We are a small friendly club meeting fortnightly on Monday nights, 7.30 until 9pm in the Church Hall, Old Parish & St. Pauls in Scott Crescent Galashiels TD1 3JU. Please contact John Brown on 01721 723759 or Email him at tweedavenue@gmail.com for further information, or just turn up to meet like minded souls! This seasons 2022 dates are:- October 10 & 24, November 7 & 21. The 2023 dates are:- February 6 & 20, March 6 & 20, April 3.
Galashiels Camera Club - we meet almost every Wednesday at The red Room, Langlee Community centre, Galashiels. If you are interested in photography visit our website www.galacameraclub. co.uk Professionals, Enthusiast and beginners are all welcome.
Borders Family History Society - Our next meeting is on Sunday 30th October at 2.30pm in St. Peter's (Scottish Episcopal) Church Hall, Parsonage Road, Galashiels, TD1 3HS, when our guest speaker is Patricia Kepple whose talk is about the Commonwealth War Graves. Our Archive and As from the end of October we will no longer be open on Fridays until further notice. We will continue to open on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am to 4pm as normal during the winter, and by confirmed appointment at other times. We are here to help people with their family history primarily in the Border counties (Berwickshire, Peeblesshire, Roxburghshire and Selkirkshire) of Scotland, as well as in adjacent counties of England. Telephone 01896750387 to book an appointment or contact info@ bordersfhs.org.uk
The Three Brethren u3a, Galashiels - Our meeting in September having been postponed due to the Funeral of HM Queen ELizabeth 11, the meeting will now take place on Monday 17th October, 2pm at the Galashiels Rugby Club, Netherdale. Members are invited to bring a friend to this Open Meeting, which will be a Celebration of u3a's founding 40 years ago and the Three Brethren u3a's 15th Anniversary. Our Group Facilitators will be there, with information about their Groups, there will be demonstrations of our website, we will have interesting Speakers including from the Community Council and Scotland's u3a Committee. There will be Birthday cake! Do come along, we look forward to meeting you. Members £2, visitors free. Details at www.u3asites.org/threebrethren or phone 01896 823493
National Trust for Scotland Harmony Orchard Annual Apple Day - Saturday 1st October, 10.30am - 3.00pm. Learn about and buy some apples, also with various local produce traders offering their great products; charges apply. Entry is free with donations to support the upkeep of our Melrose properties really appreciated. Pedestrian entrance is on St Mary's Road, opposite the rear exit of St Mary's School. Dogs kept on leads welcome. No parking available in the orchard. Save the
Rolling Hills Folk - Friday October 21st. A friendly welcome awaits singers and musicians and of course an occasional poet or raconteur as we return to real life. Doors open 7.30 for 8 pm start. BYOB. All ages welcome. Collection and raffle. Venue: Smith Memorial Hall, Abbotsford Road, Darnick, TD6 9AH (with disabled access). Phone 07986 644661 for more information and find us on Facebook and at our website (www.rollinghillsfolkclub.org.uk). Rolling Hills Folk will continue to run on the third Friday from now on with the exception of November.
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The Great Tapestry of Scotland Afternoon Tea - Available on the last Sunday of the month. Treat yourself or someone you care for with The Great Tapestry of Scotland’s Afternoon Tea in Stitchers Café. Enjoy a range of specialty teas, a selection of sandwiches, savoury bites and sweet treats with a Tapestry mocktail. Booking required, please see www.greattapestryofscotland.com or call 01896 809353.
For now, we can give thanks for Her late Majesty’s service, duty and dedication to our great nation. God Save The King.
Euan Jardine Councillor - Gala & District, Conservative
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As a Member of the Scottish Parliament for a decade, I had the privilege of meeting Her late Majesty in more informal settings. After each election, the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh would host a reception at the Palace of Holyroodhouse for the newly elected MSPs. As they moved around the room, the Queen clockwise and the Duke of Edinburgh anti-clockwise, there was a real sense of anticipation—the same as we experienced when she visited the Borders. It was amusing to see how some of my new MSP colleagues, who may not have been the most instinctive royalists, were suddenly reduced to a bag of nerves.
In years to come, those children who waved flags in the Scottish Borders will tell their grandchildren of the day the Queen came to town. Or perhaps His Majesty King Charles will soon make memories anew here in the Borders.
I recently attended the Galashiels Academy achievement awards evening. It was an honour to be a part of the celebrations and have a small tour of the school, during which I saw a wall of fame which displayed some of the school's high-achieving former students. I am sure it is an excellent motivation for those currently attending the school as it helps to push forward the narrative that no matter where you start, you can achieve what you wish to accomplish through hard work, determination and resilience.
I also delivered a speech that evening, and one point I wanted to push forward was that
Her late Majesty The Queen has been a steadfast and resolute part of public life over her seventy year reign. You would have to be almost eighty years old to remember a time without the The Queen on the throne. 9 in 10 people on the planet were born after she became Queen. That is why so many of us felt unmoored by her passing, and not just here in the United Kingdom.
Personally, I treasure memories of two of Her late Majesty’s most recent visits to the Scottish Borders. In 2009, she came to the seaside town of Eyemouth in Berwickshire, and in 2015, she opened the Borders Railway in Tweedbank. On both of those days, the crowds were large— probably much larger than the organisers expected.
There was great fondness for Her late Majesty, and a sense of familiarity with her locally. She was known to stay here in the Borders, as well as visit numerous times over her reign. I have enjoyed people sharing old photographs on Facebook since Her Majesty’s passing, such as those showing the visit to Jedburgh in the seventies.
There was joy, disbelief, and awe at seeing a global icon—the face on every coin and stamp—in the flesh; she was a smiling and radiant lady, here to visit us in our own community. Those memories will last a lifetime.
John Lamont MP
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Citizens Advice Bureau
Due to the massive rise in utilities now that winter is approaching we are all thinking about how we can save energy and cut costs. Already we have seen a 20% increase in demand for energy advice. However, we would also like to raise awareness of the problem of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning.
If you have any concerns or issues you wish to raise with me, don't hesitate to contact me using any of the details below. Thank you. Email - Euan.jardine@scotborders.gov.uk Telephone – 07811977720
achievements come in all shapes and sizes, from winning gold medals at the Commonwealth Games to being able to write your name for the first time nine months after a stroke.
If you would like to know more about ways to save energy, or worried about paying your bills please get in touch.
Gala Opera Returning in 2023
March 6th - 11th 2023 In Volunteer Hall Galashiels. We are delighted to announce that after a 3 year absence we have chosen our return show and can’t wait to get back on stage!! Currently, however, due to licensing restrictions on advertising still in place for the next while we are unable to publicly announce what our show is!
surgery on Thursday, 6th October, 6-8 pm at Quins Restaurant in Galashiels. No appointment is necessary.
Facebook – @VoteEuanJardine Twitter - @VoteJardine
111 High Street, Galashiels RD1 1RZ. Call 01896 753889, e-mail: enquiries@centralborders.cab.casonline.org.uk
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How people perceive your achievements is down to them, but achievements are a personal goal and a personal experience. No matter your age, gender, race or where you're from, you should push forward and refuse to fit inside the box people have tried to put you in. You should never allow anything or anyone to prevent you from making a start and embarking on a journey of Iachievement.willholdanadvice
We are on our way back!
CO is a highly poisonous gas that is produced by the incomplete burning of fossil fuels, including gas, oil, wood, petrol and coal. Unlike a gas leak, you can’t smell it. You also can’t see it, hear it or taste it – that’s why it’s known as the ‘silent killer’. And no, ‘killer’ is not an exaggeration. Across the UK, between 20 and 30 people die and around 4,000 are hospitalised every year because of CO poisoning. And it is likely that others are affected but don’t realise it. You can buy a CO monitor, and make sure you are ventilating your home. If you rent, your landlord has a responsibility to protect you. More info is available at the Gas Safe Charity website. www.gassaferegister.co.uk/gassafetyweek
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While the 2022 season is now over, the club is preparing for 2023 season and beyond, with proposals to create a new clubhouse and five year club strategy underway to help make club as inclusive and diverse as possible.
*It’s a fun, lively, lighthearted show well known and well loved *Its a show never performed by Gala Opera before. More details as soon as advertising restrictions are lifted!!
No. Dancers should wear clothes in which they feel comfortable and can move easily; a wide skirt, leggings, or sports trousers for example. Some people wear a kilt for dancing but it is not essential. Beginners should wear any comfortable shoes with a soft non-slip sole, such as canvas plimsolls, light trainers, jazz or ballet shoes.
Scottish Country Dancing
Anyone who would like to get involved can visit www.galacricketclub.co.uk
*It’s a popular classic *It’s set in the 1950s
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It’s great fun! It’s also a wonderful way to stay fit and to make new friends. Scottish country dancers mainly dance for pleasure, finding the shared experience of dance both physically and mentally enjoyable.
Dancing is very good for your heart and lungs and will also improve your balance and bone density. Scottish country dancers often have better agility, stronger legs and walk more briskly than other people. Since Covid this is a great way to get out and meet people again.
Alongside the league win, Gala won the Border T20 Cup and made the Scottish T20 finals day.
Gala won the East Championship for a second season in a row thanks to a final day win against Linlithgow on 27 August, but a week later, they were defeated by Meigle in the East Premier play off to miss out on promotion.
What we can say is …
Do I Need Special Equipment?
Gala Cricket Club have enjoyed another successful season at Meigle Park, despite narrowly missing out on a place in the East Premier League.
What Are The Health Benefits?
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Absolutely not. Scottish country dancing is perfect for individuals, couples or groups of friends and
Gala also fielded sides at u16 and u12 levels, as well as welcoming 30 children to All Stars Cricket sessions.
Gala Cricket Club
Gala's 2nds team ended up finishing sixth in East League Division 6 and managed to play a number of youngsters over the season.
Do I Need To Take A Partner To Be Able To Dance?
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The Rugby Heritage Centre in the clubrooms of Melrose Rugby Club will be opened to the public from 10 – 2 on a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for the season from Sept 1st. Visiting at other times can be arranged by appointment and groups are requested to book in advance by contacting the club office.
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Take up Scottish country dancing in this exciting centenary year and help to ensure the continuance of Scottish heritage but more important than that – come along and you are guaranteed to find friends and fun. Hope to see you there. Scottish Charity No SC027178.
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family. Dancers usually have a different partner for each dance. This adds to the social nature of the dancing and means that you get an opportunity to meet and dance with lots of different people.
Details of all 14 classes throughout the Borders including contact details can be found on our website www.rspscottishcountrydancing@webnode.co.uk or telephone the branch secretary on So01573225788WhyNotGive It A Go?
Old Parish & St Paul’s Church – Scott Crescent TD1 3JU St John’s Church – Hawthorn Road, Langlee TD1 2JZ Trinity Church – High St TD1 1SE
We are a united congregation who want to be God glorifying and Christ exalting in our worship. The Word of God is faithfully preached and therefore we would like to invite everyone to come and listen to God speaking to us through His Word. Sunday services are in these church buildings. 2nd Oct 11am Trinity 6.30pm St John’s 9th Oct 11am Old Parish & St Paul’s 6.30pm St John’s 16th Oct 11am Trinity 6.30pm St John’s 23rd Oct 11am Old Parish & St Paul’s 6.30pm St John’s 30th Oct 11am Trinity 6.30pm St John’s Prayer Meeting – Wednesdays at 7pm in St John’s. Girls Brigade 1st Galashiels Girls' Brigade meets on Mondays in St John's Church halls, Langlee. Explorers P1-P3 6-7pm Juniors P4-P7 6-7pm Brigaders S1-S6 7- 8.30pm
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It’s certainly an uncomfortable time for many of us with the ever increasing cost of living, the dreaded increase of our energy prices and the looming cold dark winter that is set to come. So I’ve compiled some tips and tricks to help keep you warm this winter if you find yourself cutting back.
they’re poorly fitting or over stuffed with socks, a lack of circulation will cause your feet to feel cold. So ensure you can wiggle your toes! This also applies to clothing too, looser clothes help retain body heat.
Ways To Keep Your
breathable, and available in major supermarkets or online. You can also buy second-hand oversized wool jumpers from local charity shops that can be worn over all your layers. Classic vintage fisherman jumpers or Swedish knit jumpers from 1980/90’s are excellent. Ebay, Oxfam and online are also great sources for such jumpers. I bought one 4 years ago and it’s been my saviour every winter!!!
Choose the right fabrics! Avoid fabrics such as cotton and synthetic fabrics. Wool is the best for keeping warm!! Merino Wool under-layers are fantastic and you can buy them relatively cheaply from shops like Aldi, M&S and most outdoors retailers. Thermal underwear is a cheaper alternative and is often made with synthetic fibres in a way that’s insulating and
vital than keeping the home warm!
Use blankets. Traditional wool ones are best, but a thick synthetic one will still be great. You could even use a spare duvet or sit in your sleeping bags on the sofa!! Great excuse for a lazy snuggle and Netflix...
HOW TO KEEP WARM DURING A WINTERDIFFICULTThisisvital,more
Wear Marigolds OVER gloves! (Or you can use clean leather garden/refuse gloves!!) Yes it’s weird but it will keep your hands warm.
Thermal bedding. You can buy a fleece mattress cover that sits under your bed sheet. You will be so cosy you’ll forget it’s cold! They’re easy to buy online and many don’t cost the earth. Or, layer an extra duvet on top of your current one. This way if you do get too hot you can take it off again. You can also buy thermal brushed cotton sheets!
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Keep moving. Try and keep busy and active through exercise. Yoga anyone? Or even a less fun exercise... the dreaded house clean. By
Layer up! Layering techniques are a thing! Norwegians do this, so it must work. Layering a woollen or thermal under-layer, with a wool jumper, followed by a light jacket (ideally with a waterproof Gortex shell) has been proven to keep you warmer than layering 10 layers of cotton… Also, gradually layer up throughout the day. I worked in a shop with no heating and single pain windows. My biggest lesson was to not layer up too early in the day. Your body becomes accustomed to it and by the end of the day you will feel very cold and can’t layer on anymore clothes. Adjusting your layers to your activity levels will help to avoid sweating, which could make you freeze if you cool later. If you’re sitting working at your desk or out watching a football game, then certainly layer up. But if you’re being more active, try less layers.
tight shoes! Whether
Cover uninsulated vinyl or hardwood floors with rugs or blankets. Estimated heat loss through floors is about 10%.
Thermogenic foods take longer to digest and therefore help raise your body temperature making you feel warmer. A balanced diet high in fibre, protein, complex carbohydrates and spices are key to keeping you warm. Lean meats, fish, vegetables and wholemeal options are best.
Avoid the booze!! I’m sorry but that little sip of whisky, or the hot toddy you’ve become accustomed to before bed is a bad idea. Alcohol lowers the core body temperature; not only that, given the rather depressing and uncertain circumstances we’re living in it’s best to avoid anything that may affect your mental health, and alcohol is one of them. Also, please seek help and advice if you are struggling with your mental health. It’s OK to not be OK!
also uses up energy from the body to digest. This increased use of energy produces heat in the body thus making you feel warmer. Make a hearty soup and you’ll feel super cosy, hydrated and healthy!
Porridge is a great thermogenic food that is filled with phytochemicals and nutrients that slowly release energy and help you feel warm. Nuts, seeds, dried fruits, eggs, fish, green tea, coffee and dark chocolate are a few other examples.
Get used to the cold. I know... I can feel your eyes rolling at me, but you can get used to it. Desensitising the body from the cold by spending more time outdoors can very beneficial. Being cold increases the burning of brown fat in the body, which burns more calories and expels that energy has heat.
energy-releasing wholemeal bread are a perfect lunch option to help make you feel cosy.
Root veg - such as carrots, sweet potatoes and parsnips - not only help inflammationfightbut
Keep fit. Similar to the above point, and believe it or not, a greater muscle mass generates more heat in the body.
Ways To Keep Your House Warm
Food Can Help Keep You Warm
And if your keen for something sweet, adding honey instead of sugar to your tea not only has antibacterial benefits but it also is another metabolism-booster, helping keep those chills at bay.
keeping busy, you keep your blood flowing and your mind distracted from the cold.
Stay hydrated. Hot drinks can really help you feel warm. Coffee, tea, hot juice or even a plain old glass of water. Being dehydrated causes your core temperature to drop, one of the biggest reasons people suffer from hypothermia.
Spices are also a fantastic addition! Not only do they add some great flavours to your meals, they can also help keep you warm. Cinnamon naturally increases blood circulation, helping warm you up and regulating your blood sugar levels. Ginger is another spice which increases body temperature, boosts energy and aids concentration. It’s super power is that it also relieves headaches! Other spices such as chilli contain capsaicin, which is what creates that burning sensation, also increases your metabolism, again helping you feel warm.
Iron-rich foods such as red meat - or lentils and chickpeas if you’re veggie - is another great option to feel warm. Iron is crucial for blood circulation and iron-rich foods paired with a slow
Hanging heavy blankets or old curtains over exterior doors can help prevent drafts. You can even buy draft seals that stick around the inside of your door frame!
Avoid electric heaters, or halogen heaters. These are very costly and are only directional, meaning they help you feel warm in an instant but feel cold in the same instant once turned off. This can be tempting to keep them running. It’s far more efficient to use your central heating. Although it takes longer to warm up, radiators heat the air around it, so once turned off, the heat lingers. Just heat the rooms you’re using the most and turn off radiators in rooms you’re not using. Definitely avoid running it all day.
Use an Air Fryer, if you have one. They heat up and cook food a lot quicker than your oven, and use a lot less energy.
Or block the chimney or flue with a chimney balloon (also known as a chimney sheep!), as it can help stop the draft that creeps down the chimney. Just ensure to remove it before lighting the fire!!
Check your boiler pressure and keep it topped up! This can in fact save you some money. By learning how, it will not only avoid the cost of a plumber call out but also stops your heating system from running dry. And don’t worry, your boiler will not explode!
Try using tinfoil-covered cardboard behind your radiators to reflect warmth back off the wall. Believe it or not, your wall actually absorbs a lot of the heat from the radiator.
Block drafts under doors by cutting the legs off of a pair of tights and stuffing socks into each leg. Lay them at the base of any door you feel cold air coming through. Voilà, two cheap draught-excluders!
The sun can add warmth, so open your curtains up on those, all be it rare, sunny days.
Since we can’t just stop using power and suddenly live off grid, here’s a few low cost ways to use your electrical items when you need to.
Avoid Vampire Power… yep, it’s a thing. A lot of devices still use small amounts of power while on standby, such as TV’s, laptops, desktop computers and games consoles. Yes modern devices use less power than before but this micro power use can add up. Switch them all off at the sockets when not using them and you’ll save a lot more than you think on your energy bills.
If your sofa is in front of the radiator, try moving it away, as it will also be absorbing much of the heat!
Avoid using tumble dryers in order to save money, they use up so much energy. But if you really need to use it, perhaps try and use it for two loads in a row. The dryer will still be warm after the first load, meaning the tumble dryer will use less energy to come to temperature. Lastly, ensure you empty the filter. A clogged filter can reduce your dryers efficiency by 30%!
Add a few bricks to a traditional hearth alongside wood or coal. Brick is a great heat absorber and will continue to radiate heat long after all of the wood and coal has burned.
Little Money Saving Extras:
Use the microwave instead of the oven to cook meals. Your microwave uses 3 units of energy vs. your ovens 16 units to do the same job.
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Spend most of the day and night inside the warmest room closed off to the rest of the house. Alternatively, since heat rises, you could spend most of your time upstairs (as long as it’s also well-insulated.)
Cover windows with bubble wrap or cling film, as it is a great insulator. Or hang cheap shower curtains behind your current curtains as a secondary liner.
Try batch preparing meals. Cook a larger amount in the oven once or twice a week and then reheat individual meals in the microwave.
My first visit to Galashiels Baptist Church was on Easter Sunday 2017, having just moved to the Scottish Borders from the south of England. I found a very warm, friendly welcome and immediately felt 'at home'.
Lapwing Lunch Club has been an important social event for many years but recently, we've realised it's time for a change that will make this invaluable resource not only sustainable but even more accessible. As a result, we're delighted to be launching Tuesday Tea Club (TTC). There will be 'afternoon tea' on offer as well space and time to sit and chat, and a very warm welcome.
What Is TTC?
If you’d like to join us for a Sunday service, Galashiels Baptist Church meets every Sunday at 10:30am in our building on Victoria Street.
I quickly settled in and wanted to contribute to the life of the church. Before long I found myself dealing with the church admin and helping out with the long-established weekly lunch club.
What Are You Involved With At GBC?
My name is Diane and I've been retired for almost 6 years. I live on my own in Galashiels but have 3 children, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren scattered around the UK.
Please contact Susan Henderson for more information about joining us: 1stgalagb@gmail.com
Why Did You Start Coming To GBC?
Galashiels Baptist Church
Guild – Tuesdays at 2.15pm in Old Parish & St Paul’s on 4th Oct and 18th Oct
Why Is It Important For GBC To Run Something Like This?
Social interaction is vitally important to our wellbeing; it's all too easy to become isolated. Health or mobility issues, financial pressures, geographical separation and anxiety are just some of the contributing factors.
When Does It Take Place And How Can People Attend?
Minister: Rev Graeme Glover e-mail: GGlover@churchofscotland.org.uk phone: 01896 209455 website: www.galashielschurchofscotland.org.uk
TTC is open from 2pm to 4pm in the church hall, every Tuesday afternoon. Anyone wishing to attend but needing transport should contact me on 07941 330632. Otherwise just drop in! The only cost will be a voluntary donation for those able to afford it but the most important thing is your company!
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Galashiels Baptist Church would like to share stories over the next few months about what goes on at our church and introduce you to some of the people who are part of the Church family. This month, we’d like to introduce Diane Eldritt:
Choir – Rehearsals on Thursdays at 7pm in Trinity building.
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Tell Us A Little Bit About You:
As Christians, we know that God loves us unconditionally, regardless of our faults and failings. Our greatest desire is to share that love with those around us; to remove any sense of isolation and share the warmth and fellowship that comes with loving God and each other.
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The club are looking forward to hosting a number of events in the Autumn/Winter. Our Kids Halloween Party on Saturday 29th of October 2pm-4.30pm, £3 entry. The kids will enjoy party music, games, and prizes for creative costumes. We are also bringing back Christmas party nights with 2 dates in December Saturday 3rd and Saturday 17th which will see us host local businesses/ friend groups to enjoy a night of celebrations with a disco and Christmas carvery for £30pp. The newest addition to our events calendar is “Party with Santa” which will see kids enjoy a Christmas party with games, music, and snacks as they wait for their special one-to-one visit with Santa Claus in his grotto.
Gala have made a great start to their 22/23 rugby season, with the Gala Red Triangle, Wanderers and Senior side all winning their 7s home tournament at Maroon’d at Gala. The senior side opened their league campaign with a win at home to Watsonians beating them 32-10 at home, putting them straight at the top of table as they were also the only team to pick up a bonus point in their opening game. The Wanderers suffered a defeat at home to Peebles which saw the side pick up three serious injuries so they will be working hard to pick themselves up as they move onto their next game. The Triangle were successful in their opening game against Selkirk winning 31-12. Scottish rugby came to a halt the second weekend of September with all games being postponed as a mark of respect to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Gala Rugby Mini Maroon’s also paid tribute at their training by holding a minute silence. (picture below)
Game day hospitality is being offered at our home games of the season with something for everyone to enjoy from our budget friendly soup and sandwich hospitality to our 3 course specials. Friday Lunch club returned on 30th September 2022, with special guest speaker John Jeffrey, former Kelso, Scotland and British Lions Rugby player, his appearance will be followed on 4th November by Janet Jack, one of Scotland’s most capped hockey players, with 170 caps and currently head coach @fjordhusreivers.
A successful start!!
If you wish to book any of our events, please get in touch via email at info@galarfc.com
Gala Rugby Club
Photos courtesy of Alwyn Johnston
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The Japanese rowans are also magnificent in the autumn when they look like they are on fire. Sorbus commixta and Sorbus alnifolia are always particularly keen to impress!
Autumn is also a wonderful time for lower plant life too, including fungi. Avid spotters can gaze at a wonderful array of fruiting bodies of all shapes, sizes and colours which litter the forest floor. These unusual ‘fruits’ are the mechanism by which the fungi reproduces through spores. Autumn in the Garden has a lot to offer and is one of the best times to get out and explore. Why not join one of our free garden tours or events including our Fungi Foray on 2 October or the Friends of Dawyck plant Sale on 16 October? Alternatively pick up a leaflet on arrival at the Garden and follow Delicate Balance, a trail of 20 sculptures created by local sculptor Susheila Jamieson. Contact the garden directly or visit www.bge.org.uk/dawyck for more details about the trail and other autumnal events at Dawyck.
Dawyck has many species which are notable for their autumn colour including the Vine maple which is always the earliest to colour up. From as early as August this ‘shrubby’ tree shows off its autumn hues and holds them right through until October. Other noteworthy maples with autumn colour include the Japanese maple, Acer palmatum and Nippon maple, Acer nipponicum while Acer rufinerve [Paper-bark maple] is also a worthy contender with its russet bronze peeling bark to boot!
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The candy floss tree [Cercidiphyllum japonicum] also from Japan, has the added bonus of the most wonderful scent of burnt sugar both in the spring when the leaves are beginning to unfurl and once more in the autumn when its yearly cycle is coming to an end.
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with a watercolour palette of pale green through yellow. Other yellowy contenders include the leaves of the Chinese cork tree, Phellodendron chinense, which are shaped like giant hands and turn a beautiful rich buttery yellow before falling.
A visit to Dawyck Botanic Garden, one of the world’s finest arboreta and home to some of Britain’s oldest and tallest trees is a delight to visit at this time of year. Following on from what has been a wonderful summer, autumn is creeping in once more. The days will begin to shorten, the nights will be drawing in and our garden foliage starts to change from green to all manner of reds, oranges and yellows. These wonderful changes are all about survival and are in effect nature’s way of recovering the goodness in the leaves and ‘recycling’ the energy to help sustain the plant over the winter period of dormancy. The reduction in chlorophyll production [the green colour in the leaves] is triggered by the onset of cooler, crisp weather and the shortening of the days. This chameleon coat is the by-product of a gradual extraction of chemicals from the leaves which shows up as colour pigments in the leaf surface.
Birches too, although they don’t tend to be quite as fiery as some others, do have some species that colour up particularly fine. Betula alleghanensis [Swamp birch] tends to colour up
Autumn Magic at Dawyck
Graham Stewart is Curator of Dawyck Botanic Garden which is a regional garden of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. It is a woodland garden covering 65 acres, and has a vast historical tree collection. The trees mentioned previously can be seen growing at Dawyck. It is home to the world’s first cryptogamic sanctuary. Situated 8 miles south-west of Peebles on the B712 near Stobo village, it is open from 1st February to 30th November, daily from 10am. There is a Visitor Centre with café, shop, exhibition studio and plant sales.
Parish Priest: Father Andrew Kingham
Email: Churches:Facebook:Website:ParishPriest@GalaCatholic.orgwww.GalaCatholic.org@borderscatholic
Our Lady & St Andrew, Stirling Street, Galashiels TD1 1BY St Cuthbert’s, High Cross Avenue, Melrose, TD6 9SQ Our Lady & St Joseph, High Street, Selkirk TD7 4JX
A worship podcast is posted in Facebook, Instagram and our website on Saturday evenings. You can listen on 01896 808551.
During the mixed summer weather, Caddonfoot Parish Church braved the storms with regular services each Sunday at 9.45am.
Roman Catholic Parish of Our Lady & St Andrew
Numbers remain good despite the summer holidays with the services led by our Minister, the Rev Victoria Linford, assisted at times by our Session Clerk and Worship Leader, Mrs Anne Grieve, Mrs Catriona Bird and Bill Birch.
Once again, music is regularly provided by Andy Bird (keyboard and piano) and Mrs Grieve and Mrs Bird (both flute).
We are on Summer break until 27 September. Teaching on Zoom restarts then. See www.douglasrenton.org for details. Contact us for any pastoral concern through the website or mobile 07815 682 027.
Sunday Worship
Following the death of the Queen, members stood in silence at Caddonfoot Parish Church on September 11th while the Church bell was tolled and the National Anthem played. Prior to this fitting tribute, the church continued with regular services each Sunday at 9.45am
Members of the congregation showed great teamwork as they continued to read the Bible each Sunday.
Bowden & Melrose Parish Church
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Minister Rev. Rosemary Frew. 01896 822217 email RFrew@churchofscotland.org.uk Office: 01896 823339 email bowden.melrosepc@btinternet.com
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Address: Catholic Presbytery, Stirling Street, Galashiels TD1 1BY. Telephone: (01896) 752328
We meet for worship at 9.30am in Bowden Kirk and at 11.00am in Melrose Church. The Melrose service is livestreamed, and you can join us on our church website or Facebook page or watch the recording thereafter www.bowdenandmelrosechurch.org
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Presbytery held its meeting in the church on September 6 preceded by Holy Communion. Visitors should exercise care when walking through the Memorial Garden area, which has re-opened.
The Harvest Church and Community newsletter will have been published by the time you read this and distributed to our contributors and readers. News on the Presbytery plans for the future makes interesting reading.
Holy Communion was celebrated on Sunday, September 4, while the Harvest Thanksgiving service is on Sunday, October 2nd.
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Vestry secretary John Marsden 07538 094986 john@mustardseedsshared.org contact John to book the hall for regular groups or social gatherings.
The first face-to-face Kirk Session meeting was held in August. But these meetings will revert to Zoom until the end of March to avoid members coming out on the dark and cold evenings. The next KS meeting is on Thursday, October 27th, at 7pm.
10.30am services every Sunday followed by tea/coffee and biscuits. 6.00pm Healing service every 2nd Sunday of the month. Do come along and join us, especially if you are new to the area.
Atholl Innes continues to collect disused stamps for the Eden Valley Hospice in Brampton and thanks to all who have donated.
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Roses need attention though: shorten floribundas and hybrid teas by about a third to reduce wind rock. Rambling roses that generally flower once in the season can be cut back to about six inches but climbers that flower all season just need to be tidied up, removing flowered or dead wood and tying in if necessary.
It is likely that we will have drought conditions again next summer so think about installing a water butt connected to the drain on the shed or glasshouse to catch the winter rain. Wait till the leaves are all down then stash them in tightly packed black bags to rot down to leaf mould that you can use for mulch next year.
What needs to be pruned? Mature deciduous shrubs that need restorative pruning can be left until November. Only shrubs that flower on new wood, like buddleja or elder, need to be shortened now but everything that flowers on old wood should be left until next season.
Severe winds are possible so check fences and shed roofs and have a look at any over-hanging tree limbs. Getting ahead of the curve will save a lot of trouble and expense later. Tree work should be done by professionals if you are not sure what to do, or the branches are too heavy. Crown thinning and lifting are good techniques but lopping off branches to an artificial shape is to be avoided at all costs.
Sheila Drummond
Right now the long range forecasts indicate a warmer and drier autumn than average with a downturn in temperatures in November. La Nina is no friend to farmers anywhere and she is going to stick around this winter.
The Gala Garden October
The transition from summer to winter conditions is more obvious this month: less heat in the sun and the possibility of much more wind and rain.
The next urgent job is to get caught up with bulb planting: start with small bulbs, any narcissi, fritillaries or alliums, and then finish with the tulips. I would get to the borders first because you can always plant up pots in the shed if it’s raining later on. Pound for pound bulbs are the best investment you can make so don’t skimp. Add some winter bedding to furnish the top layer of pots; for example, violas, pansies, bellis or cover the pots with moss and cones, gathered on your autumn walks. When the bulbs are all in, if you haven’t already done so, mulch up the borders.
There may be things that didn’t get done last month so make them your top priority now. While it is still relatively warm and dry, pay some attention to your lawn. After mowing, use a scarifier to remove thatch and moss, or a spring tine rake if it’s a small area.
Ideally, you should spike the lawn and brush a 50-50 mix of sharp sand and compost to keep the ground open in case of very heavy rain. There is a machine for this or you can use a garden fork, plunging it in on a six inch grid.
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3. When you know fireworks are planned, walk your dog early and keep them indoors after dark.
1. A den/hiding place. They may already have this in the form of a crate, or you may need to get creative. The best place for this is somewhere noises are muffled (soft furnishings work a treat), somewhere dark and somewhere secure. Never force your pet into this and make sure that they can come and go as they please. Conditioning them to go into this den before firework season begins can be done by providing chew toys or tasty treats. Where possible, stay in the room with them so that they do not feel abandoned.
6. If your pet needs to go out to the toilet, make
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5. Do not fuss or reassure them as this can reward the behaviour and therefore encourage it.
4. Ignore the noises yourself and try to engage your pet in some games. Do not punish them for being scared. Lead by example, showing that there is nothing to fear.
7. If you know a pet that is confident with loud noises, try keeping them together. The happy pet may encourage the scaredy cat (no pun intended) to play, showing that everything is okay!
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sure that they are in a secure environment or on a lead in case they bolt or escape.
There are, however, several ways to help:
As bonfire night approaches, with its inevitable fireworks, owners may begin to worry about their pets. For many of our furry friends this is a scary time of year, with unexpected bangs and flashes. It can cause changes in our pet’s behaviour that grow into destructive habits and extreme fear.
2. Background music can help mask the outside noises. Music with consistent drumbeats works well. It does not need to be loud, just enough to distract.
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At 2.00am on Sunday 30th October our clocks will go back an hour, ending British Summer Time. Our return to Greenwich Mean Time also means darker nights. Why do we bother?
Well, until the advent of the railways, people kept time by the sun - a system known as local mean time. In 1880, the need to fix a national railway timetable caused Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to be adopted across Britain.
The idea of British Summer Time (BST), also known as Daylight Saving Time, was first proposed by a builder and keen horse-rider, William Willett, who was incensed at the 'waste' of useful daylight first thing in the morning, during summer. Though the sun had been up for hours during his rides through the local woods in Chislehurst and Petts Wood, Kent, people were still asleep in bed.
within a week or so, in nearly all countries, both allied and enemy.
Several attempts to amend or repeal British Summer Time have been brought to the House of Commons in recent years, however currently the UK retains the system first advocated back in the Edwardian era by William Willett.
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In 1968 to 1971 Britain tried the experiment of keeping BST - to be called British Standard Timethroughout the year, largely for commercial reasons because Britain would then conform to the time kept by other European Countries. This was not good for the school kids in Scotland as it meant they had to always go to school in the dark. The experiment was eventually abandoned in 1972, with Britain keeping GMT in winter and BST in summer.
At the moment, road traffic accident figures rise significantly when the clocks go back for the winter (which also coincides with bad weather?) So, particularly for those down south, having an extra hour of daylight at the end of the day may help the environment, help the elderly, help the young and help road safety. It has been touted as ‘the most cost-effective safety measure the government could introduce and it won’t cost a penny!’ However, in December, Pitlochry would be dark until well after 9.45am!
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The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents has again proposed adopting GMT+1 during the winter and GMT+2 in the summer, meaning the UK would be in the same time zone as France, mainland Spain and Germany. They argue this would reduce accidents as a result of lighter evenings and have called for the government to run another trial.
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Though the scheme was ridiculed and met with considerable opposition a Daylight Saving Bill was introduced in 1909, though it met with no success before war broke out. Willet died in 1915 with the Government still refusing to back BST, but the following year, Germany introduced the system. Britain followed with the Summer Time Act on 17th May 1916, and we have been 'changing the clocks' ever since. In Petts Wood there is a memorial sundial, set permanently to Daylight Saving Time, to honour Willet.
For a period during the Second World War (193945), Britain then adopted Double British Summer Time, with the clocks one hour ahead of Greenwich in winter and two hours ahead in summer.
On 21st May 1916, the clocks went forward as a wartime measure of economy, not only in Britain but,
Most countries abandoned Daylight Saving Time after the war had finished, although most reintroduced it eventually, and some even began to keep it throughout the year.
In 1907 he circulated a pamphlet to many Members of Parliament, town councils, businesses and other organisations, in which he outlined that for nearly half the year the sun shines for several hours each day while we are asleep, and is rapidly nearing the horizon, when we reach home from work. His proposal was to improve health and happiness by advancing the clocks twenty minutes on each of four Sundays in April, and by reversing this idea by the same amount on four Sundays in September. He reckoned that it would not only improve health and happiness but it would save the country £2.5 million pounds (that was also taking into account the loss of earnings to the producers of artificial light), equivalent to over £350 million today.
Domestic issues are your top priorities during this month as you strive to create peace and harmony within your home and with your family. The Sun and Venus in Libra are in ideal positions for this to be a very successful venture. The dynamic Aries Full moon on the 9th is highlighting the career sector of your chart, you may also have to be courageous and fight for what you want.
LEO JULY 23 - AUGUST 23
ARIES MARCH 21 - APRIL 20
October moves Libra, the sign of the scales to the forefront. This energy change invites concentration and reflection on what needs to be done to find more balance and stability. Venus, the planet of love and relationship, is also in Libra until the 23rd offering a great opportunity to connect with friends and partners; it’s also a perfect time to iron out any past disagreements. Virgo Mercury ends the retrograde phase on the 3rd, any delays or setbacks to projects and plans should now be over, and life can more or less return to normal. Warrior planet Mars remains in curious Gemini all month, stirring up our need for communication and networking. Powerful Mars in Gemini wants to find out things and learn new subjects, many of us will take the plunge in search of truth, wisdom and untapped resources. The Aries full moon on the 9th brings a peak in physical energy and enhanced activity, the drive to find expression in a creative way will be strong. The new moon falls in the intense sign of Scorpio on the 25th; Scorpio is all about getting to the core of issues and understanding our authentic truth, this can be an emotional time with feelings running deep.
Your interactions are thoughtful and balanced during October as the Sun and Venus work together in the sign of the scales. This planetary aspect mainly strengthens your communicating ability so that you should be able to see both sides of any discussion. The powerful and highly intense Scorpio new moon on the 25th offers intuitive energy for solving any domestic problems.
GEMINI MAY 22 - JUNE 21
TAURUS APRIL 21 - MAY 21
BY CHRISTINE CHALKLIN
October turns the focus to your health and wellbeing; a nutrition and fitness review may well be needed now as the Libra Sun and Venus both demand a better balance in your daily life. The intensely emotional Scorpio new moon in your opposite sign on the 25th demands that you dig deep and connect with your most intimate desires and the shadow side of life.
October begins with a powerful energy surge as the full moon arrives in your sign on the 9th. Vitality will be at its peak, but try to remember to take time out for rest and relaxation. Relationships are also in the limelight as the Sun and love planet Venus are highlighting your opposite sign. Take care with any disagreements, try to use your intuition before you act.
Important breakthroughs come to the surface during October as your curiosity and creative spark reaches a highpoint. Mars in your sign is giving you the energy and vitality to push ahead in business and work matters. Mercury moving direct on the 3rd clears up any misunderstandings and offers some deep and lasting insight. Be open to new possibilities in love and romance.
For October 2022
CANCER JUNE 22 - JULY 22
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AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 18
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LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23
VIRGO AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22
This month the radiant Libran Sun and the love planet Venus both illuminate the highest point of your chart, indicating that you are able to find diplomatic solutions to challenging situations, particularly in the workplace. The Aries full moon on the 9th presents a challenge, but the positive energy of the Scorpio new moon on the 25th favours interactions with others.
You can breathe a sigh of relief as Mercury, your ruler, moves into direct motion on the 3rd. Any setbacks or delays that you have encountered should now start to move forward. Communication is balanced and well thought out as the radiant Sun passes though the sign of the scales. Financial issues may also crop up now, deep thinking and forward planning is essential.
During October the Libran Sun and then love planet Venus both illuminate the sector of your chart that governs friendships, groups, idealism and your relationship to the collective. This is a high energy time, don’t be surprised if themes around humanitarian issues and larger social structures are your driving force. The Aries full moon boosts your creativity.
NAVIGATE YOUR WAY THROUGH these challenging times, discover your unique birth map and take a refreshing new look at the months ahead. Be more positive and plan with in-depth knowledge and cosmic awareness as you tune into your highest potential and be alerted to when positive and productive planetary cycles are working in your favour. Consultations are available on Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp or telephone, please contact me for more information.
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The powerful Aries full moon on the 9th of October offers you a totally new way of working, this period is ripe for learning and exploration. Expansive Jupiter is also in Aries, indicating that any new project that you start now will turn out to be highly successful. The new moon in your sign on the 25th demands that you dig deep for answers to important questions.
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CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 20
PISCES FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20
This month highlights the need for balance and stability in your investments, finances and resources. The Libra Sun and Venus urge you to take a step back and work out what’s best for the future. The deep and intense new moon in Scorpio on the 25th offers you an excellent opportunity to communicate your innermost needs and wants to those around you.
SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22
October is a powerful time for you to press on with innovative plans for the future. The Mercury retrograde may have caused some setbacks and delays, but after the 3rd things should start to progress nicely. The powerful new moon in Scorpio on the 25th falls in your career sector and helps facilitate new projects that require your concentration and endurance.
SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21
It’s your birthday month and Venus, your ruling planet, is well placed in your sign to offer a truly exceptional time as friendships and harmonious partnerships are all well aspected. The powerful Aries full moon on the 9th offers a boost to your courage and self-confidence. Energetic Mars is in curious Gemini all month, spurring you on to new adventures.
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