\Cambuskenneth

\Alva

Alva Toddler Group Meets on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9.30-11.30am in the Cochrane Hall. Group also runs through school holidays. Look on Facebook – Alva Toddlers. Darby and Joan Group meets on a Wednesday at 1.45pm in the Cochrane Foundation Hall. Knitting Group A knitting group meets at Parklands Centre at 7.30pm on the first and third Monday of the month for a friendly evening in the company of experienced machine and hand knitters. Carpet Bowls Carpet bowlers are wanted at Alva Parklands on Monday and Friday at 1.30-3.30pm. Open Doors Everyone is welcome to Alva Baptist Church for tea and coffee in a quiet, warm place for prayers or a chat on Wednesdays from 10amnoon. Community Noticeboard The notice board is situated outside the CAP/ library. Groups and individuals and ‘not for profit’ organisations can advertise activities and display posters here. To use this facility please see the notice boards for further details. Wee County Walkers Walkers meet for free. Monday walks at noon from Cochrane Hall car park. New walkers and walk leaders welcome. More information at www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com. Alzheimer Scotland A Dementia Cafe is held in the Alzheimer Scotland bungalow at 22 Viewfield Drive, Alva every Saturday from 2.30-4pm, cost £2.50. Contact Dementia Advisor Kerry MacPhee on 01786 831171 or email kmacphee@alzscot.org or stirlingservices@alzscot.org for more details. Alva Pensioners The monthly dance will be held on Saturday, October 29 at 7.30pm with music provided by Raymond Carse. A light supper will be served. Country Dance Classes are held on Mondays at 7pm at the Alva Academy Dance Studio. Age Concern Whist and dominoes are played tomorrow (Thursday) at 2pm in Alva Parish Church Hall. Parish Church The annual autumn fair will be held on Saturday, October 29 from 11am-2pm. All donations for the various stalls will be welcomed. Soup, sandwiches, coffee, tea and cakes will be served. Tickets are £2 for adults, £1 for children and £5 for families.

\Bannockburn

Miners Welfare Social Club Bingo Mondays and Wednesdays at 8pm. Bannockburn Community Council Meetings take place in the community centre on the first Thursday of each month at 7pm. Allan Church Service on Sunday starts at 11.15am. Sunday school during service and creche available. Prayer group meets at 10.45am. All welcome. Service will be led by Janette Russell. Welcome Team 1 on duty. Lunch Club The club meets from noon-2pm in Allan Church Hall on the second Monday of every month. Next date November 14. All members of the community welcome, but particularly the elderly and those who live alone. Cost £2.50 includes home-made soup, filled roll, tea/coffee and biscuits. Craft Club Club meets every two weeks on Wednesdays from 2-4pm in Allan Church Hall. Next meeting is today (Wednesday) making Christmas cards. Forthcoming dates and activities: November 2 (festive floristry); November 16 (have a go yourself) and November 30 (cake decorating). If you have an expertise and would like to help out or if you a wish to learn something new, then please come along. You can bring your own materials if wished. Donations accepted. Tea and coffee will be supplied, 50p donation. All welcome. Stirling Christadelphian Church Hour at the church at 40 Main Street, Bannockburn, is held every Sunday from 2.30pm with Sunday school at the same time. Ladywell Church Service on Sunday at 11.15am will be led by the minister Rev Liz Robertson. Sunday school is held during the service. Team Two will be on duty. Tomorrow (Thursday), the weekly coffee morning is from 10am till noon and the craft club is at 7.30pm. On Monday, October 24, the Friendship Guild meets at 2pm. New members welcome. Women’s Group Next meeting in the community centre will be an open evening on Wednesday, October 26 at 7.30pm. Anyone interested coming along to the “Handbag Party” will be welcome. Murrayfield UF Church Sunday’s service will be led by Rev Gary Barclay at 10.30am. Parent/toddler group meets on Tuesdatys in the church hall from 9.30-11.30am. Target, fabric and charity boxes are still being used; thanks to all concerned. Coffee in Church is tomorrow (Thursday) at 2.15pm. Welcoming on Sunday are Mr J Cross and Rev J Cross and offering are Mrs J Robertson and Mr D Robertson. Bowling club Bingo is on Friday at 9.30pm, Club opens on Saturday at 1pm joker draw will be held. Prize bingo is on Thursday, November 3. See ladies committee for tickets.

\Blairlogie

Bible Blairlogie and District SWI At last week’s meeting, members and visitors enjoyed an illustrated insight into the work of Glasgow Wood Recycling Project. Amazingly this company transforms used and discarded wood into beautiful household and garden furniture, as well as gazebos and screens, and many other interesting projects. Thanks to Eileen for the talk. Competitions: Treacle Toffee - 1 Elaine Minty; 2 Holley Minty; Decorated Apple - 1 Barbara Waugh; 2 Holley Minty. Next meeting will be on Wednesday, November 9 in Menstrie Scout Hall when Linda Gardner of Strathearn Wools will demonstrate. Competitions will be an individual fruit crumble and a knitted scarf, any ply.

\Braehead

Lunch Club The lunch club meets on Wednesdays in the Crawford Hall, Colquhoun Street from 1-3pm and the older members of the community are invited. They will be welcome to come on their own or with a friend or carer. Bingo East Argyll Centre in Colquhoun Street has bingo every Tuesday and Thursday, eyes down 7.30pm. Adults art classes Professional artist and award winning teacher Laura Newbury is holding classes for all levels with beginners welcome on Thursdays from 7-9pm in the Crawford Hall, Colquhoun Street. For further details contact 07729 050035. Councillor’s surgery Councilor Danny Gibson will be in the primary school on Monday, October 24 at 6.30pm.

\Bridge of Allan

Bridge of Allan Parish Church Sunday worship takes place at the usual time of 11am and will be conducted by Rev Dan Harper. Sunday School meets at the usual time and there will be a creche. Coffee fellowship takes place afterwards. Beadle duty: Graham King. Door duty: Ian and Sandi Grieve, Syd Stewart, Fiona McColl. The Men’s Material for the November magazine should be submitted by Monday, October 24. Book group meets on Monday, October 31 at 7.30pm. The book is “The Coffin Road” by Peter May followed by “Where My Heart Used to Beat” by Sebastian Faulks – date and venue tba. For further details please contact the church office, tel 01786 834155. The guild is hosting A Night at the Silent Movies on Tuesday, November 1 in the Chalmers Hall. Tickets are £6 including a light supper. This project fundraiser features Laurel and Hardy in ‘Another Fine Mess’ and will be accompainied by Forrester Pyke on the piano. Lecropt Kirk Sunday worship commences at 11.30am. Creche and Sunday school meet at same time in hall. Door duty: Carolyn Ross, Gerry Petrie and Joan Kerr. Evening service at St Blane’s at 6.30pm. Rev Gary Caldwell will lead worship at both services. All welcome. Autumn bazaar will be held on Saturday, October 22 from 11am2pm in Lecropt Kirk Hall. Walking groups A free health walk with trained leaders is held Wednesday from 2-3pm. Contact Frances on 01786 827190 for the meeting point. The Stirling University Partnership walk group is on Saturdays from 10.30am-noon, meeting at the Macrobert. Contact Ian on 07768 984176. Crotchet and Knitting Group Whether you are experienced or have never knitted or crocheted before, you are welcome to join in the library on the last Thursday of each month from 2.30-4.30pm. Even if you can’t make it, the group would welcome donations of any leftover wool so members can start making items for next year’s sale, the proceeds of which go to a local charity. Allanbridge Social Club Bingo on Wednesdays starts at 7.30pm with books on sale from 7pm. The darts academy is on every Thursday from 6pm. Girls and boys are welcome. Club AGM will be held on Sunday, October 30. at 1pm. Two function rooms are available to hire, singularly or in blocks. Enquiries to the club on 01786 832198 or 07840 518896 or Facebook. Everybody welcome. Flu Vaccine Clinics Annual flu vaccination clinics will be held on Tuesday, November 15 and Thursday, November 17. Please contact the practice as soon as possible to book your appointment. Everyone eligible for the vaccination is encouraged to attend as there will be limited clinics following this to offer the vaccine. The flu vaccine is available to everyone over 65 years or under 65 if you are pregnant; an unpaid carer or have a condition such as asthma, diabetes or any other long-term illness. Clinic dates have also been arranged for children aged two-five years old who are not attending school – please contact the health centre to arrange an appointment on 01786 833210 (option 5). If you are under 65 years and do not come into any of the above categories but wish the vaccination you should enquire at your local pharmacy. St Saviour’s Episcopal Church Eucharist (Communion) services are at the usual times: Sunday at 8am and 10am (Sung Eucharist). Young church and creche take place in the church hall during the service. Coffee/tea are served afterwards in the church hall. Wednesdays 11am in the choir vestry with coffee/tea afterwards. Sunday, October 23 is Bible Sunday; 10am Sung Eucharist with guest preacher Prof David Bebbington, Professor of History at Stirling University.

\Cambusbarron

SWI Helen Dingley will give a demonstration of Swedish massage at the next meeting tonight (Wednesday) at 7.30pm. Competitions are for a relaxhave ation tip and for a herb cushion. Litter Pick Save Gillies Hill is holding a litter pick on Saturday, October 22 at 10am leaving from the garages on Gillies Hill. All welcome. Greener Cambusbarron Hanging Basket Raffle The village is holding a raffle to raise much needed funds for next year’s floral display. The group needs your support to ensure the village is as beautiful next year as it was this and help maintain the ‘Outstanding Achievement’ as awarded by Keep Scotland Beautiful of the second year running. Tickets are on sale at most Main Street retailers and the library. Bowling Club Annual Presentation of Prizes is on Saturday. November 12. Anybody wishing to attend should enter their name on the list on the noticeboard. Adults £10, juniors £5. Bruce Memorial Church Service on Sunday will be led by minister Rev Graham Nash. Bible reading will be from Ephesians 5. All welcome. Gents’ lunch has been cancelled to allow the kitchen work to be completed. Friendship Club at 10am today (Wednesday) has speaker Alan Rennie talking about his life in journalism. Midweek service tomorrow (Thursday) at 11am has the theme ‘Rejoicing in Christ’ White Christmas at the Macrobert Theatre on Saturday, October 22 at 2.30pm. Please meet at church hall car park at 1.30pm. Councillor’s surgery Councillor John Hendry will be in the village hall on Monday, October 24 at 6.30pm.

\Causewayhead

Baby and toddler group Every Tuesday and Thursday at Stirling County Rugby Club from 10-11.30am. Cost £2 for the first child and 50p for additional children. Cost includes snack for children and tea/coffee. Cornerstone Community Church Service on Sunday at 10.30am in Wallace High School. Groups for children of all ages - When you arrive at the school doors just head straight in and there will be someone there to welcome you. Log on to www.cornerstonestirling.org for more information. Logie Kirk Sunday service begins at 11am and will be led by Rev Stuart Fulton and Rev Anne Shearer. All welcome, creche is available. Logie Kirk Kids Film Night will be held on Saturday, October 22 from 4-6.15pm in the hall at Causewayhead. Pizza, popcorn and ice cream will be provided - all for a donation of £1.50. Bring a comfy cushion to sit on. For more information or to book a place, please call Lesley on 07734 157518 or email lesleyward50@hotmail.com. Lunch club for seniors is held every Thursday from 12.30pm in the church hall. Anyone interested in joining should contact Elizabeth Crozier on 01259 213016. Afternoon Club meets meets fortnightly on Wednesdays in the church hall from 2-4pm. New memebrs welcome. More information from Sheila Innes on 01786 822942. Every Tuesday a coffee morning is held in the hall from 10am.

\City Centre

Walking group A free health walk with trained leaders takes place every Monday from 2-2.45pm. Meet at Stirling bus station by the ticket office. Also meet at Stirling Community Hospital from 11am. Contact Tricia on 07557 439111. St Columba’s Church Harvest Thanksgiving will take place on Sunday at 11am. Coffee Club meets in the church hall every Thursday 10.3011.30am. All welcome. Each Sunday, Junior Church provides age appropriate activities for young members from baby to teenagers. St Columba’s hosts Friendship Lunches on the second Monday of every month from noon-1.30pm. All welcome. A transport service is available to and from church on a Sunday. If you wish to make use of this service, please call Helen McDonald on 01786 474283. St Columba’s has a wide range of venues for hire, please contact the church office for further details. The church office is open Tuesday-Friday 9.30am-2.30pm. Tel: 01786 449516. St Columba’s Church Harvest Thanksgiving at 11am on Sunday will be led by Rev Alex Millar. A Messy Church planning meeting will be held at St Ninians Old Parch Church Halls on Wednesday, November 2 at 1.30pm. Planning is for the next joint Messy Church session on Sunday, November 27. Remembrance Sunday is on Sunday, November 13 and the service will start at 10.45am. Coffee club meets in the church hall every Thursday 10.30-11.30am. All welcome. Each Sunday Junior Church provides age appropriate activities for young members from baby to teenagers. St Columba’s hosts friendship lunches on the second Monday of every month from noon1.30pm to which all are welcome. A transport service is available to and from church on a Sunday morning. If you wish to make use of this service, please call Helen McDonald on 01786 474283. St Columba’s has a wide range of venues for hire, please contact the church office for further details. Church office is open Tuesday-Friday 9.30am-12.30pm, tel 01786 449516. Allan PArk South Church The service on Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by the minister. Tea and coffee will be served in the hall immediately thereafter. Jubilee lunch club meets every Thursday in the hall from noon-2pm. Wellbeing Choir takes place every Tuesday at 7pm and a warm welcome is extended to old and new members alike. The 2017 church calendar is available to purchase at £10 each. Full details of church events are on the website: www.apschurch.com. Contact number for all enquiries is Rev Alistair Cowper on 01786 471998, Mobile: 07791 524504 or email minister@ apschurch.com. Viewfield Erskine Church Sunday worship is at 11.30am with Rev AF Miller. Young Church meets during morning service. Guild will next meet on Monday, October 24 in the Upper Hall at 7.30pm. This is a joint meeting and will be entertained by Rev A Shuttleworth. Badminton club is cancelled on Monday, October 24, resuming on Monday, October 31. The next session meeting will be on Wednesday, November 2 at 7.30pm in the Upper Hall. Coffee morning every Wednesday in the Lower Hall from 10.30am-noon. Church of the Holy Rude Sunday’s service at 10am on October 23 will be led by Rev Alan Miller. On Saturday October 29, the Stirling City Choir and the University Choir will present a joint concert of popular choral music at 7.30pm in the church in aid of the Organ Restoration Fund. Tickets, priced £10, are now available from the kirk’s Director of Music, Ian Boulter. Schoolchildren will be admitted free. Stirling Free Church Prayer meeting tonight (Wednesday) at 7.30pm. The sacrament of baptism will be administered on Sunday. It is believed this is the first baptism in the new congregation, so it will be an historic and joyful occasion. Congratulations to Murdo Jnr who will be receiving a civic award on behalf of Stirling Street Pastors from the Provost of Stirling on Friday, October 21 at a reception in the Great Hall of Stirling Castle. Street Pastors represent the church on the streets to all that are out in the town late on Friday and Saturday nights. Please remember Darren and Claire