Community listings

PA readers can email community listings snippets to news@perthshireadvertiser. co.uk To guarantee inclusion in the Tuesday paper, we must receive them by 9am the Friday before. This service is free but is only available to charitable, voluntary and non-profit making organisations.

ABERNETHY BABY AND TODDLERS

Meets Thursday 9.30-11.30am, Williamson Hall, £2.50 per family includes snack for children and adults. Email susan. poots@gmail.com

ADHD SUPPORT GROUP

The family and individual support group meets on the last Tuesday of each month at Unit 5, Tayview Industrial Estate, Friarton Road, Perth. Email adhdperth@aol.co.uk or call 07754 245437 or 01738 587261.

AIRCREW ASSOCIATION

Any present or former members of military aircrew interested in joining should contact the honorary secretary, 01575 570111 or email geoffrey.kirkman@ btopenworld.com

AMNESTY GROUP

Join Perth’s active amnesty international group, part of the worldwide movement of people who campaign for human rights. Meets on the second Thursday of the month in Perth Methodist Church, Scott Street, Perth. Contact secretary, Betsy MacQueen, 07791735511 betsyking_perth@yahoo. co.uk.

ANDY’S MAN CLUB

Meets every Monday from 7-9pm at McDiarmid Park’s Muirton Suite. All welcome. 18+.

AUCHTERARDER PLAYGROUP

Merry-Go-Round Playgroup in the Institute at the Aytoun Hall on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.15–11.15am. Children aged two years four months up to school age. Contact 07952 267537.

AUCHTERARDER TOTS

Mondays and Wednesdays, from 9–11am. Contact Lisa, 07944 121715 or email Lisaj27uk@yahoo.co.uk

BALBEGGIE TODDLER GROUP

The group meets every Wednesday from 9.30-11am during school term time in St Martin’s Public Hall, Balbeggie. Cost is £1.50 for parent/carer and £1 for child over one year. Children from birth to one year are free. Expectant mums welcome. Contact Michelle 07702 369056.

BANKFOOT TODDLERS

Meets every Wednesday and Thursday 9.30–11.30am and Friday 1–3pm, at Bankfoot Community Church Centre, Tulliebelton Road for children aged birth to five years. Contact Morag 01738 788198 or Carolyn 01738 787774.

BLACKFORD TODDLERS

Meets Friday, 10am–noon, at the Moray Institute, Blackford, £2.50 per session, which includes snack for the children, coffee for parents. Call 01764 682221.

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUPS

Come along and meet other mums, overcome challenges together, relax, chat and breastfeed.

PERTH Community Midwifery Unit, PRI, Mondays 10am-12pm; LETHAM Letham Centre, Tweedsmuir Road, Perth, Fridays 10am-12pm; KINROSS Loch Leven Health Centre, The Muirs, Wednesdays 12.30pm2.30pm; PITLOCHRY Pitlochry Cottage Hospital, Ferry Road, Tuesdays 10am12pm; CRIEFF Crieff Cottage Hospital, every second Thursday 10am-12pm; AUCHTERARDER St Margaret’s Hospital, Western Road, Mondays 10am-12pm; ST MADOES, Madoch Centre, Fridays 10am-11.30am; ABERFELDY Breadalbane Community Campus, Crieff Road, Tuesdays 10.30am-12.30pm.

Contact bb@homestartperth.org.uk or find us on Facebook @bbuddiespk, Instagram @buddiespk and Twitter @ breastbuddiespk

BREATHE EASY

Meets in the Moncreiffe Community Centre on the third Thursday of every month. Contact Moira Karpuschewski on 01738 583229.

BOFE BABY AND TODDLERS

Meets Tuesdays, 9.15–11.15am, at the Institute, Bridge of Earn, £2.50 per family which includes a snack and craft activity. Birth to three years. Email bridgeofearntoddlers@live.co.uk

BOFE PLAYGROUP

Provides pre-school children aged 2½– five years with a range of stimulating play activities. Government funding places available from the age of three years. Open Monday to Friday 9.15am–11.45am. Call 07759 786218.

BUGGY CLUB

Friendly club for parents/carers to bring their children, from birth-five years. Tuesday, 9.30–11am, at St John’s Threshold Centre, Princes Street, Perth.

BUDDHIST GROUP

Learn ‘Meditation and Mindfulness’ with Perth Buddhist Group every Wednesday at 7pm in Subud House, 7 St Leonard’s Bank, Perth. Call 07889 117803.

CANCER SUPPORT TAYSIDE

Voluntary organisation offering a one-toone befriending service. Call 01382 596995 or email anitakay@tcs-dundee.org.uk

CATS PROTECTION

Cats rehoming and advice. Call 01738 700070.

CHILDCARE INFORMATION SERVICE

Run by Perth and Kinross Council, it is there to ensure parents and carers have ready access to comprehensive, up-todate and user-friendly details on all types of childcare. Email childcare@pkc.gov.uk

CHILDMINDING GROUP FAIR CITY

Registered childminding group meets on a Tuesday, 9.30-11.30am (term time) at the Tulloch Community Centre, Tulloch Road, Perth (next to the institute). This is a small group offering support to childminders while the children play. Come along or phone Ann on 01738 635357 or Val on 07745437135.

COPD

Supervised exercise programme held at Rodney Fitness Centre on Tuesdays from 1–2pm and Thursdays from 3–4pm. The classes comprise light to moderate fitness circuit exercises which could be of benefit to many with breathing problems who have attended PRI. Tel Rodney 01738 630901.

CRAIGIE PLAYGROUP

For children from 18 months to school age and open from 9.30–11.45am, Wednesday to Friday during term time. All catchments welcome. www.craigieplaygroup.net email craigieplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk

CRAIGIE TWEENIES

The group meets on a Tuesday at Craigie Church Hall from 9.45–11.15am. Children from birth–five years are welcome along with their parents and/or carers. For more call Morag 01738 580234 or Maureen 01738 637564.

CRIEFF MOTHERS AND TODDLERS GROUP

A weekly Mothers and Toddlers Group is held at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Gwydyr Road, Crieff every Monday morning from 10am-noon. All welcome.

CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE SCOTLAND

CRUSE seeks to help adults, young people and children experiencing bereavement to understand their grief and cope with their loss. They provide counselling/support and information from their Perth office. Opening hours are Monday and Friday, 9am–noon, and Thursday, 1–7pm, appointments can be arranged outwith these times. Contact 0845 600 2227 or log on to www.crusescotland. org.uk DEMENTIA CAFé

Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership runs a Dementia Cafe on the first Wednesday of every month at the North Church Hall, High Street, Perth. Each session runs from 10am– 12.30pm. Contact Diane McLellan 01738 476831, Andy Bennett 01738 474566 or Shona Burton 01738 414564.

DUNKELD AND BIRNAM PLAYGROUP

For children aged two to pre-school. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday 9.1511.45am during term time in the Guide Hall next to Royal Dunkeld School. Cost is £6 per session with the first two sessions free and a healthy snack is provided. Playgroup is a fantastic and fun way to prepare your children for nursery. For more information contact Louise on 07753111873 or email us at dbplaygroup@gmail.com

DUNNING STEPPING STONES

Community pre-school with partner provider status. Working in line with the curriculum of excellence, a stimulating, fun environment for children aged 2½– five years to learn and play is provided. Monday–Friday 9–11.30am. Tel Laura Browne 01764 684006 or 07917102564.

DUNNING TODDLERS

Meet at St Paul’s Church Hall, Perth Road, on Wednesdays, 9.15–11.15am. Contact Alice Short, 07751 852432.

DYSLEXIA SCOTLAND

Perth and Kinross branch drop-in, adults, children, parents, teachers or anyone with questions or wanting to discuss any issue regarding dyslexia can come along to our free drop in sessions, held on the last Saturday of every month (within term time) in the Learning Curve, AK Bell library, 10am- noon. Email dyslexiapk@yahoo. co.uk or find us on Facebook. EPICS (ENCOURAGING POSITIVE INVOLVEMENT FOR CARER SUPPORT)

Are you caring for someone with a substance misuse problem and feeling alone? For more information call 07784 912 050 or email e.p.i.c.s.1@hotmail.co.uk

FAIR CITY BATON TWIRLERS

At North Inch Community Campus on Tuesdays. Beginners class 6–7pm, spaces available from four years upwards. Classes, £3 per night, first night free. Qualified coach Sarah is assisted by fellow coach Caitlin. Email perthshiretwirlers@hotmail.co.uk text 07703 529009 or come along any Tuesday. Always open to beginners.

FAIR CITY AQUARIST SOCIETY

Meeting every second Thursday at Tulloch Community Hall (Live Active), 2 Tulloch Terrace, Perth, PH1 2PF, contact graham2781@hotmail.com for more information.

FAIR CITY DOG TRAINING

Obedience classes for puppies begin the first Wednesday of each month. Classes start at 7pm and puppies must be preregistered. Contact Anne, 07749 558946 or www.faircitydogtraining.co.uk

FIGURE SKATING

Contact Moira Robertson, 01764 684610.

FINNISH LANGUAGE GROUP

Contact Mirja mirja2t@yahoo.co.uk or call 01738 563273.

FORGANDENNY HALL

For booking enquiries contact Sandra on 01738 812212.

FORTEVIOT HALL

Bookings are now being taken, telephone 01738 730247 for further information.

GAELIC STORY TELLING

The group meets at the Inchview Primary School (Glenearn Campus) every Wednesday from 2-4pm, all year round, including during school holidays. All levels of Gaelic speakers welcome, beginners to more experienced. Membership is free.

GAMBLERS’ ANONYMOUS

Every Tuesday from 7.30–9.30pm at Perth Methodist Church, Scott Street, Perth, PH2 8JN.

GLENEARN BADMINTON CLUB

Glenearn Badminton Club welcomes new members aged nine to adult. We have sessions for all standards of badminton player, including beginners, on Monday evenings at Perth College. For more information visit www. glenearnbadminton.co.uk or e-mail info@ glenearnbadmintion.co.uk

GUILDTOWN PLAYGROUP

Meets in Guildtown Village Hall every Thursday during term time from 9.30-11.25 am. The first session is free, and parents are welcome to stay until their child is fully settled. For more information contact guildtownplaygroup@gmail.com

GUILDTOWN FRIENDSHIP CLUB

Meets fortnightly on a Wednesday, at 2pm, with a range of speakers and activities. Open to all ages. For further details contact Secretary Ellen Simpson on 01821 640342.

HEADWAY SUPPORT

Headway Perth and Kinross (the brain injury association) Social/Support Group, meet every second Wednesday at the Gateway, North Methven Street in Perth from 7–9.15pm.

Helpline number is 0808 800 2244 www. headway.org.uk. All enquiries to Marion Burnett 07826 519567.

HIGHLAND PERTHSHIRE PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP

Meets (September-June) on the last Monday of the month at 7pm in The Birks Cinema, Aberfeldy. HPPG is for photographers at all levels of skill and experience and has regular guest speakers as well as photo-shoot outings throughout the season to develop photo skills and stimulate interest in all types of photography.

For more information on membership and events e-mail hppgphoto@gmail.com or tel: 01887 830455. Our meetings are open to all, with visitors paying a guest fee.

JUSTSINGIN’ BIRNAM

Community singing group, led by tutor Christine Kydd, meets Wednesdays 7.30– 9.30pm, Birnam Arts Centre, Station Road, Birnam. For men and women of all ages, learn songs from Scotland and beyond by ear. Tel 01796 482408. KEEP FIT FOR ‘THE YOUNG AT HEART’

Held at Bell’s in Perth on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Come and join in this fun way of keeping fit. You can be assured of a warm welcome. Forty-five minutes of rhythmical, mobilising exercise to all types of music to help tone you up, stretch you out and slacken you off. For more information call 01382 581426 or 01764 664219.

KINFAUNS RIDING FOR THE DISABLED

Looking for volunteers to assist with lessons Tuesday to Friday, 4pm-5pm. Any time you can commit is valued no matter how short. No experience required. Call 01738 630040 for more details.

KINNOULL CHURCH NURSERY

Opening times, Monday-Friday, 8.50am -12.50pm. Children from two and a half to five years. Church Hall, Dundee Road. Breakfast Club, Monday- Friday, 8-9am. Contact Elizabeth Scott on 01738 441477 or 07756835228.

KRAFTY KIDS

Fridays 9.45–11.15am during the school term at New Scone Church Hall, Balformo Road, Scone. Each week they have a new craft, fun table, story/music time and snack. Contact Emma on 07816015819.

KYOKUSHIN KARATE PERTH

Come along to our classes in and around Perth. Craigie Primary School term time 6.30-9pm Wednesdays. Methven Community Centre Monday evenings 6.308pm. Margaret Morrison, Inveralmond Industrial Estate Sundays 3-5pm. £3 juniors, £5 seniors. Like us on our Facebook page Kyokushin Karate Perth Scotland.

LADIES MOTORCYCLE CLUB

Weekly ride meeting at Broxden roundabout services at 7pm. All riding abilities welcome including learners. Also monthly Sunday ride out and social nights. Contact Lyne, 07786 436 290, or www.perthshireladiesmcc.co.uk

LETHAM SWAP SHOPS

Do you have any unwanted items still in good condition? You can swap these for something more suitable at your community swap shops. Get involved with Letham Climate Challenge, 35-39 Garth Avenue, Letham. Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am-3pm. Starter packs available. Tel: 07474741115, email: lethamclimatechallenge@gmail. com. Or Facebook us.

LETHAM PLAYGROUP

For children aged two to five years. The group meets on Mondays from 9.30– 11.30am. Contact Sam Robertson, call 01738 449052.

LINE DANCING CLASSES

Take place each Monday during term time at Perth High School. Beginners class 6.30–7.30pm, cost £2; intermediate class 7.30–9pm, cost £3. All proceeds to Perth High School PTA. New members welcome. 01738 850466.

LITTLE CHERUBS TODDLER GROUP

Meets in the Chapter House of St Ninian’s Cathedral Wednesdays 9.30 - 11.30am, term time. Open to all babies, children, parents, carers and childminders. Contact Val 01738 626146.

LUNCARTEENIES BABY AND TODDLER GROUP

Meets on a Monday and Wednesday from 9.30–11.30am at Luncarty Memorial Hall, Scarth Road.

LYMPHOMA GROUP

Meets at Maggie’s Centre, Dundee, the first Wednesday of each month. Contact Mary, 01382 526665.

MACULAR DISEASE

Support desk is now open on Mondays within Vision Perth and Kinross, New Row, Perth, for anyone newly diagnosed with/or has Macular Degeneration. For details telephone 01738 629989. For details regarding the MD Group in Perth, contact Valerie Wares, 01738 451863 or Hazel Rennie, 01738 442358.

MEAL MAKERS

Meal Makers is a free local neighbourhood food-sharing project that connects people who love cooking and want to be active in their community with older neighbours who would really enjoy and appreciate a freshly prepared meal.

If you would like to do something great with an extra plate, or know somebody who would like to get involved as either a cook or a diner then please visit www.mealmakers. org.uk or call 01738 452236.

MENTAL ILLNESS TAYSIDE

Carers’ support project, Support in Mind Scotland, has as its specific aim, to cater for the needs of families and friends of those with a serious mental illness. If you need support in your caring role please contact Sarah Cox on 01738 580 899.

METHVEN MINIS

Thursdays from 1–3pm in the community centre. Whether you have a bump, baby or child under five, come along for play, coffee and a chat. Call Kate, 01738 840030.

MOTORVATE

For young people with additional support needs and specific learning difficulties. Weekly motor skills groups and literacy groups to help those with a range of difficulties including co-ordination, motor skills, social skills, reading and

spelling skills. More information at www. motorvatetherapies.co.uk or 07979613670.

MS SOCIETY

We have lots of informal meet ups throughout the month. Buddies@Blair, More Socialising@Queens, Coffee@ Dobbies, and in Kinross. Anyone affected by MS including family, friends and carers are very welcome. For up to date information check out our website msperth-kinross. org.uk, our Facebook page, or contact us on 07552 368216.

MUIRTON COMMUNITY NURSERY

Offers childcare and education for children aged two to five years to allow parents to take up employment or training opportunities. Open Monday–Friday, 8am– 6pm. Funded places available from age three. For further details and entry criteria contact Linda, tel 01738 625933, or email muirton@communitynursery.fsnet.co.uk

MURTHLY U5S

Group Meets every Thursday from 9.3011.30am term times at Murthly Primary School. Contact school on 01738 454263.

MUSIC GROUP FOR U5S

Held at Vision Perth and Kinross on Mondays, at 10am and Auchterarder Parish Church on Tuesdays, at 10am. Pay as you go weekly. Email info@baby-boomba.co.uk

MUSICAL GROUPS FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS

Children get a chance to play with various instruments such as the violin, cello, french horn and others, parents get a chance to meet other parents and have some refreshments. Sessions are from 10.30–11am, at Perth North Church, every Friday. Cost is £1 per child. Contact Fiona Trayner, call 0784 2133547, or visit website www.simpelsite.com/music2

MYELOMA GROUP

For further information please contact Linda Winton on 01796 482 350 or lindawinton64@me.com, or Mary Kenny on 01738 44110, or jrkenny@btinternet.com

NCT GROUPS

NCT bumps @ the pub, monthly social evenings for pregnant mums to meet in a relaxed and informal setting, held monthly on Wednesday evenings, 7-9pm at The Cellar Bar, 80 George Street, entry is £3.50. NCT Bumps and Babies group, weekly group for parents and babies up to the age of 12 months, Wednesdays 1-2.30pm Tulloch Community Centre, £2 entry.

NCTeenies, weekly group for parents and children up to the age of five, Fridays 1-2.30pm at Oakbank Community Centre. Entry is £2.50 per family.

NCT twins and multiples fortnightly group, for parents with twins, triplets or quadruplets, Mondays 10-11.30am at Oakbank Community Centre. Entry is £2.50 per family.

OAKBANK PLAYGROUP

A friendly playgroup for children aged 2½–five years run by experienced play leaders who provide a wide range of activities in a fun and stimulating environment.

Children do not have to be toilet trained or live in the Oakbank catchment area. Runs Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9.30am–noon, during term time, at Oakbank Community Centre, Viewlands Road West. For more info email oakbankplaygroup@yahoo.co.uk or website www.facebook.com/Oakbank. Playgroup

PKAVS CARERS RESPITE DAY SERVICES

Service open to anyone over the age of 18 that does not require complex personal care. Trained staff will carry out an assessment before the first visit. Those caring for someone under the age of 18 or with complex needs can discuss this with staff weekdays 9am-3pm at The Gateway, North Methven Street, Perth, or Tuesdays, Wednesday and Fridays at Rattray Community Hall. Emergency respite care available is 48 hours’ notice given, cost is £25 a day including five hours at day club, three-course lunch, organised activities and transport is limited but available. Contact Laura McKenzie or Linda McGougan on 01738 567076.

PKAVS SELF- DIRECTED SUPPORT PROJECT

Helps unpaid carers who live in Perth and Kinross access the social care and support which best fits their needs and the person they support. Our project wants to ensure:

•Carers know about and understand selfdirected support and options for social care

•Carers feel more informed, listened to and less stressed about the process

•Carers are more prepared and confident to engage with self-directed support and social care

If you are an unpaid carer and would like to find out more about self directed support and social care options please contact Billy Morrison, PKAVS self directed support worker on; 01738 567076 or billy. morrison@pkavs.org.uk

PAIN ASSOCIATION SCOTLAND

Professionally-led monthly groups for people with all forms of chronic pain. We try to address the non-medical issues which impact on people’s lives, with the focus on self-management. A variety of topics are covered at the sessions, including understanding chronic pain and managing flare ups and individuals can contribute to the discussion.

The focus is on building skills that help people gain control and live more effectively with their pain and is also an opportunity to meet others in the same situation.People don’t need to be referred they just have to come along. For further information, visit our website at www. chronicpaininfo.org or telephone 01738 629503.

PARACHUTE REGIMENT ASSOCIATION

Perth and District Branch Parachute Regiment Association meets at Perth ExService Club last Saturday of the month at 3pm. All ex-serving airborne personnel welcome. Contact the secretary on 01738 623137.

PARKINSON’S UK

The Perth branch holds its meetings on the second Thursday of each month from 2-4pm in the Gateway Centre, North Methven Street. All who are living with Parkinson’s, carers, and volunteers will be welcome. Contact: Doreen Brown 01738 621815.

PATCHWORK AND QUILTING PIECE

Partners Quilting Group meet from 7.30– 9.30pm every second and fourth Tuesday of the month, at West End Bowling Club, Gray Street, Perth. Tel 01828 640424.

PERTH AND KINROSS CARERS’ SUPPORT PROJECT

Our service in Tayside was launched in 1992 and provides support to individuals who care for or support people experiencing mental ill health.

As part of Support in Mind Scotland’s Tayside service we offer: group sessions and peer support; home visits; telephone support; support via email; emotional support; information and advice on coping strategies; a range of information about mental health; signposting to other relevant services and access to informative speakers on mental health issues.

For more information contact the team at pandkinfo@supportinmindscotland.org. uk. Contacts: Sheila Mackay, carer support worker - smackay@supportinscotland.org. uk, Julie Maceachan, carer support worker - jmaceachen@supportinmindscotland. org.uk or Perth and Kinross Carers Support Project, 8 Atholl Crescent, Perth PH1 5NG. Tel: 01738 580899.

PERTH AND KINROSS DISABILITY SPORT

Supports the development of a strong, vibrant and successful sporting structure for athletes with physical, learning or sensory disabilities. If you would like to get involved as an athlete or volunteer, contact us at enquiries@perthandkinrossdisabilitysport. com or telephone 07716628452.

PERTH ASTHMA SWIM CLUB

Tuesday 6-6.30pm at Perth Leisure Pool for children aged 5+. Call Judith on 01738 455068.

PERTH FILMMAKERS CLUB

The club holds its meetings on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7pm in Oakbank Community Centre, Viewlands Road West. For those interested in membership of this friendly club or booking a film show, enquiries can be made by contacting secretary Phil Walker on 01738 561530 or by email philwalker55@ blueyonder.co.uk

PERTH LEISURE POOL DISABLED CLUB

Every Sunday morning at 10-11am with Kim - knm.buildbridges@btinternet.com. Every Sunday night 5-6pm (casual session) karensteel@liveactive.co.uk

PERTH ME SUPPORT GROUP

For information or support please call Janet on 0781056725 and leave message.

PERTH SAMARITANS

Call 01738 626666 or email perthsamaritans@hotmail.co.uk for more information.

PERTHSHIRE ORGANIC GARDENERS

A fun and informative group for gardeners interested in the organic approach to gardening techniques. Monthly talks, summer visits and workshops.

Beginners and old hands always welcome. For more details see www.spanglefish.com/ PerthshireOrganicGardners, email perthorganic@gmail.com

PERTH TOASTMASTERS

Do you know someone who wants to improve their public speaking skills? Come along to Perth Toastmasters and improve your communication and public speaking in a friendly and supportive environment. PerthTM meets at North Inch Community Campus, Gowans Terrace, Perth PH1 5BF on the first and third Mondays of the month at 7pm. Come along, or ring Nick on 07881 950792 for more information.

PERTH UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE

Perth U3A is a member of a worldwide group throughout the UK and many other countries providing education and leisure activities for those no longer in full-time employment.

Monthly open meetings are held on Monday mornings every four weeks with a guest speaker. Further enquiries can be made through Anne Trant, membership secretary on 01738 565075 or on our website at www.u3asites.org.uk/perth

PITCAIRNGREEN VILLAGE HALL

The village hall in historic Pitcairngreen is open for bookings. Two halls, office/ small meeting room with wifi, disabled access and toilets, kitchen, courtyard. Please contact elspethfarmer@hotmail. com 01738 582099 www.Pitcairngreen.net POLYMYALGIA AND GIANT CELL ARTERITIS SCOTLAND (PMR - GCA SCOTLAND)

A support group for those with PMR and/or GCA, their family and friends, meets in the hall of Dundee Parish Church (St Mary’s) in the Nethergate (entrance opposite Primark) on the third Tuesday of each month, except January and April.

Tea and coffee will be available along with a warm welcome. No entry charge. For more information call our Helpline on 0300 777 5090, look at our website www. pmrandgca.org.uk, or email dundee@ pmrandgca.org.uk

RAFA (ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION) PERTH BRANCH

Meets regularly to assist serving and past member of the RAF and their families. Enquiries, call 01738 631287 or 01738 553315.

RASC/RCT ASSOCIATION

The Perthshire branch holds its monthly meeting at 7.30pm on the last Friday of the month. The meetings take place in the the St Johnstone Club, Barossa Street, Perth. For more information contact the secretary on 01738 643 552 or john.kirk2@sky.com

RIDING FOR THE DISABLED

Volunteers are needed Monday to Thursday, 10am–noon and on Tuesdays, 7-8pm. If you can help contact the Glenfarg group, tel 636641, 0793255971 or 0845 2415317. No experience required as training will be given.

RUSSIAN CONVERSATION GROUP

Come and join some Russian language and chat. All levels welcome. Meet at the cafe in Perth Theatre on Saturdays at 11am. It’s free (except your coffee). Contact Susan on 01738 269791 or Mairi on 07809 406127.

SAINTS AND SCISSORS

A craft group at the Madoch Centre in St Madoes. It meets Wednesdays 10am-12pm and costs £3.50 every week. Price includes tea/coffee and cake. No experience required, tools can be provided. Contact Rhoda Henderson 07951416009, grannyrhoda@btinternet.com SALVATION ARMY TIDDLYWINKS TODDLER GROUP (BIRTH–FIVE YEARS)

Tuesdays 10.30am to noon, £1.50 for first child, 50p for any additional children. Snack provided for children. All activities held at The Salvation Army, 77 South Street, Perth, PH2 8PD. For further information please call 01738 440090.

SALVATION ARMY LUNCH CLUB

Every Thursday at 12.30pm, held at The Salvation Army, 77 South Street, Perth. Two course meal plus tea or coffee for £3.

ST NINIAN’S CATHEDRAL

Community lunches at St Ninian’s Cathedral, Perth, are on the first Saturday of the month.

SCONE BABY AND TODDLERS

Wednesday, 9.45–11.15am, at Scone Old Parish Church Hall. Cost is £1.50 per adult/ child and 50p for each additional child, includes snack. Contact Leanne Macdonald 07753407213, Laila Paton 07742487227.

SCONE WALKING FOOTBALL

Football, but without the running. Sessions are informal and great fun. Open to women and men of all ages and abilities. No prior football experience necessary. Mixed sessions; Wednesday 2-3pm, and Saturday 11am-noon; Women’s session; Wednesday 7-8pm. Cost £2. Venue Scone Ball Park, Stormont Road, Scone. Contact Ian Duncan 07906 492151, Chris Steele 07773 354572, or Gill Watson 07866 778640.

SHORT BREAK FUNDING FOR UNPAID CARERS

Eligible unpaid carers can apply for up to £250 to help pay for a well needed break of their choosing through the Time4Me Fund.

PKAVS Carers Hub supports unpaid carers and have administered, for the last four years, a pot of funding called Time4Me.The purpose of Time4Me is to improve the range, choice and availability of personalised, creative short breaks for unpaid carers and the people they care for to invest in quality time that creates a positive impact on their overall wellbeing.

The full guidance notes, application form and feedback from other carers who have benefited from this fund are available from the Carers Hub website - https:// www.pkavscarershub.org.uk/Time4Me or contact respite development officer, Marthe Handling on 01738 567076 if you have any questions.

SFAD

For help and advice call the free and confidential helpline of Scottish Families Affected by Drugs, 08080 101011. Trained volunteers will be supportive and provide the information you need, or will simply listen if you just need to talk. Or, get info by email at helpline@sfad.org.uk SSAFA (LIFELONG SUPPORT FOR OUR FORCES AND THEIR FAMILIES)

Anyone who has ever served in HM Forces is eligible for help from SSAFA, which also assists dependants. SSAFA can provide practical, emotional and financial assistance and all enquiries are treated in confidence.

SSAFA can be contacted at 131 Dunkeld Road, Perth, call 01738 625346 or email perth@ssafa.org.uk

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL PERTH

Interested? Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at the Royal George Hotel at 6.30pm from September to June. All welcome.

For more information contact Jean by email jdcampbell@hotmail.com or 07947 604597.

SOUTH PERTH GREEN SPACES GROUP

The group is for people who have an interest in their local environment and meets on the first Tuesday of the month in Glenearn Campus, Perth, from 7.308.30pm.

SPEAKERS’ CLUB

Anyone interested in gaining confidence in public speaking in the relaxed atmosphere of a speakers’ club meeting would be welcome at meetings. Call Mitchell Watson on 01738 627070.

STANLEY VILLAGE HALL

The hall is available for hire during the day, evenings and weekends. Bookings taken for one hour to all day hire, for large hall or smaller meeting room.

Contact Sam Kelly on 077189215783 or email samk_201550@hotmail.com

STREET PASTORS

Street Pastors are out in the city centre of Perth every Thursday and Saturday night from 10pm-3am to listen, care and help. Street Pastors are volunteers from the local churches.

The number 07786 396645 can be used to get in touch with the team out between 10pm-3am each Thursday and Saturday.

TAYSIDE SANDS

Helping anyone affected by the death of a baby. Bi-monthly meetings in Perth at PRI seminar room 4, Taymount Terrace entrance, 7.30-9pm.

The meetings are informal and you can talk, share experiences, or just listen. More info on Tayside SANDS Facebook page.

TAYSIDE COUNCIL ON ALCOHOL ADVICE

Information and support call 0845 072 0190 www.alcoholtayside.com

TEA BINGO

Second Friday of the month in Moulin Hall, Pitlochry, 7.30pm. Cash prizes and raffle. Contact katehowie@yahoo.co.uk

TREFOIL GUILD

The guild welcomes both past and active members of Guiding and Scouting together with anyone with an interest in the movement. www.trefoilguild.org.uk, Trefoil Guild Office, 020 7834 6242, email, trefoilguild@girlguiding.org.uk

TULLOCH TODDLER GROUP

Tulloch baby and toddler group – mums, dads, carers and grandparents all welcome. Tulloch Community Centre, Thursdays 1pm - 2.30pm (term time only).