Coatbridge

Academy took part in an enterprise project that saw them take down the names of every teacher in the school so they could design and create special name plates for them. The gifted youngsters then moved on to the next stage of the programme – making a series of fantastic personalised mugs and candles for members of staff.

CAP job club

meets on Mondays from 12 noon until 2pm at Hope Church on Bank Street. Those who are looking for work are invited to attend for friendly, practical support in finding a job. Lunch is provided; places can be booked by calling 0800 328 0006.

Angel of Love and Light Spiritualist Church

hold their meetings every Monday at 7.30pm at Coatbridge community centre, in the grounds of St Andrew’s High School. New members are welcome to attend.

are run by Deaf Services Lanarkshire, based at Unit 40 in Fountain Business Centre, Ellis Street. The free classes, for anyone who is hard of hearing, take place on Thursdays from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Sessions are described as “fun, relaxed and informative”; for details, call Elaine on 07979 932328 or email iameoh@btinternet.com

The summer league continues every Monday and Wednesday from 7pm to 9pm. The club is also open every Friday from 10am to 12pm for a mixed bounce game; shoes and bowls are available for hire at no extra cost. The club hosts organisations including: line dancing on Mondays from 7pm to 9pm, Coatbridge & Airdrie camera club on Tuesdays from 7pm to 9pm, Slimming World on Wednesdays at 6.30pm, Black & White dance group each Thursday at 6.30pm and circle dancing every second Sunday between 2pm and 4pm. Meeting rooms are also available; for further details, email admin@coatbridgeibc.co.uk or visit coatbridgeibc.co.uk.

Lip reading classes Indoor bowling club Parent and toddler group

at Coatbridge Baptist Church’s is recruiting new members. The group runs every Monday (except school holidays) from 9.30am to 11.45am at the church on West Canal Street. The group provide a safe environment for parents to bring children aged from birth to three years along to play with toys and interact with others. Attending parents are asked to make a £1 weekly donation, if they can afford it. For more, call Craig on 01236 748011.

at the Charlotte Toal centre on Dundyvan Road has places available for children aged two and over. Classes run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 9.45am to 11.45am. Children can play and have fun while parents have some time to themselves. Call Lynn on 07958 507269.

Pied Piper playgroup