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ALVA COMMUNITY COUNCIL
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BANNOCKBURN ALLAN CHURCH
Communion Service on Sunday, June 4, at 11.15am led by the Rev Gary Mcintyre. Welcome team 4.
COFFEE CLUB
Allan Church Tuesday Coffee Club on June 6 from 10-11.30am. Come join us, it’s great for catch up with old friends and making new ones. We look forward to seeing you.
START UP STIRLING
Collections for food bank and other items can be left in Allan Church and will then be delivered to the foodbank. They are in real need of ready meals, cup a soups and Pot Noodles, UHT milk, coffee, cereal bars, jars of fish/meat paste, tinned ready meals, tinned meat, cooking sauces and oatcakes/crackers. Your support is vital especially in these times and much appreciated.
LADYWELL CHURCH
Tomorrow (Thursday) coffee morning from 10.30am-noon. All welcome to come for coffee, cake and good company. On Sunday service at usual time of 11.15am and led by the minister Rev Liz Robertson. Tea and coffee available in hall after service. Summer Fete is on Saturday June 10 from 10.30am till noon.
COUNCILLORS’ SURGERIES
Councillor Alasdair Macpherson can be contacted on 01786 233120 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise. He can also be emailed at: macphersona@stirling.gov.uk. Councillor Brian Hambly can be contacted on 01786 233125 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues. He can also be emailed at: hamblyb@stirling.gov.uk. Councillor Margaret Brisley is available for surgery appointments in person, by phone or online. Book an appointment by email (brisleym@stirling.gov.uk) or telephone (01786 233130).
MURRAYFIELD UNITED FREE CHURCH
Sunday service, June 4, at 10.30am in Bannockburn Enterprise Hub will be a communion service, during which four of our elders will be presented with certificates marking 40 years as elders. Service led by Rev Gary Barclay and also available on Youtube at Murrayfield UF Online. Walking Group meets at Ladywell Park Bruce Street entrance on Friday at 2pm for gentle stroll - all welcome. Community Quiz Night on Friday, June 2, at 7.30pm in the Hub - £4 per person includes tea, coffee and biscuits. Congratulations to Georgina Robertson, who worked with the congregation as part of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. She received her gold award at Buckingham Palace recently from Edward, Duke of Edinburgh.
BRAEHEAD BINGO
Cash bingo every Wednesday at 7.30pm at the Crawford Hall.
COUNCILLORS’ SURGERIES
Councillor Bryan Flannagan hosts regular surgeries across Stirling East and can be contacted on 01786 233111 or by email at flannaganb@stirling.gov. uk. All correspondence is received, read and responded to by him personally. If calling, leave contact details to allow him to contact you directly. Councillor
Chris Kane is available for surgery appointments in person, on the phone or online. Book an appointment via email (kanec@stirling.gov.uk), telephone (01786 233127) or Facebook (facebook. com/votechriskane).
STIRLING NORTH PARISH CHURCH
Sunday service at 10.30am led by Rev Scott Mcinnes and livestreamed on www. stirlingnorth.org/whats-on/livestream. Warm Space Drop In Hub open on Fridays 10am to 3pm. Tea/coffee/soup newspapers and games etc available. All welcome. Details at stirlingnorth.org.
BRIDGE OF ALLAN PARISH CHURCH
Morning Worship in the Chalmers hall at 11am on Sunday with service led by locum minister Rev Hazel Wilson. Sunday club will run during service, children should attend start of service with their families and leave for Sunday club after all age talk. All warmly welcomed and invited to stay after service for tea and coffee. Sunday services continue to be live-streamed via Facebook Live and available on Facebook thereafter (https://www.facebook.com/ Bridgeofallanparishchurch).
TEA’S COMPANY
Held every Monday between 2pm and 4pm in the Honeyman Hall at Bridge of Allan Parish Church, Tea’s Company is a community group for those who want a chat, make new friends, feeling lonely or isolated. Friendly atmosphere. Free cake and tea. Members play bingo, hold quizzes, singalongs and have theme days.
ST SAVIOUR’S CHURCH
Mid week Eucharist resumes today (Wednesday) at 11am in the Choir Vestry. Sunday, June 4, is Trinity Sunday where we reflect on the three aspects of God Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Service led by lay readers Sue White and Nick Price who will celebrate the Eucharist using the reserved sacrament. After service there will be Parish Breakfast in the hall everyone welcome. Drop-in Centre now closed for the summer months but has plans to reopen in November. On Tuesdays the Young Adults group meets in hall 7.30- 9.30pm. Seniors Movement class meets as usual on Thursday in hall at 10.15am. ‘Jazz in the Church’ concert is at 7.30pm on June 2. Tickets £15 (accompanied children free) and includes refreshments at interval. Ian Millar and Dominic Spencer are unique in the UK Jazz Community with their blend of melodic Jazz standards and original compositions. Tickets available from members of congregation or can be reserved by phoning 01786833559. Thanks to everyone who helped or contributed in any way to Bridge of Allan Open Gardens recently. The day was a great success and has benefited a number of charities. Be sure to watch ‘The Beechgrove Garden’ next month. Church hall now available to hire - contact 01786 833559. Church open every day from 10am until 4pm for private prayer and meditation - everyone welcome. With relaxation of COVID guidance please be ‘Distance Aware’.
LECROPT KIRK
Sunday worship 11.30am, all welcome.
CAMBUSBARRON COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Jen Preston can be contacted on 01786 233126 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise with her. She can also be emailed at prestonj@stirling.gov.uk.
BRUCE MEMORIAL CHURCH
Everyone welcome for Sunday worship at 11am. Communion service led by minister Rev Graham Nash with sermon from 1 Kings 5. Cambusbairns today (Wednesday) from 9.15-10.30am in Church Hall for all pre-school children and parents/carers. Community Hub is open today (Wednesday) from 11am3pm in Church Hall, with sandwich lunch from 1noon-1.30pm. Everyone welcome to drop in for friendship and board games. Prayer room open upstairs. Knit and Natter on Thursday from 10amnoon in hall.
CAMBUSKENNETH COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Danny Gibson is available for surgery appointments in person, on the phone or online. Book an appointment via email (gibsond@stirling. gov.uk) or telephone (01786 233128).
CAUSEWAYHEAD CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH
The church meets at Wallace High School at 10.30am on Sundays. All welcome - more details on www. cornerstonestirling.org
LOGIE KIRK
The minister, the Rev Jan Steyn, can be contacted on 01786 271809 or at Jsteyn@ churchofscotland.org.uk. Worship on Sundays in the Kirk at 11am. All welcome to service including visitors to area. Kirk website at www.logiekirk.org.
COFFEE MORNINGS
Coffee mornings each Tuesday in Lesser Hall in Causewayhead from 10am until 11.30am, Come bring a friend,
KIRK HALLS
For enquiries regarding hiring halls or committee rooms in Causewayhead contact office manager Jackie Taylor on 01786 448251 or on 07749565524.
COUNCILLORS’ SURGERIES
Councillor Danny Gibson is available for surgery appointments in person, on the phone or online. Book an appointment via email (gibsond@stirling. gov.uk) or telephone (01786 233128).
CITY CENTRE COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Danny Gibson is available for surgery appointments in person, on the phone or online. Book an appointment via email (gibsond@stirling. gov.uk) or telephone (01786 233128).
QUEEN STREET METHODIST CHURCH
Sunday worship at 10.30am will include sacrament of Holy Communion. Service led by the Rev Gareth Jones. Service both in person and accessible on Zoom. Zoom link can be found at www.stirlingmethodistchurch.org.uk/ news and on front of the Newssheet. Refreshments served after worship. All welcome. For further information about the church visit website.
HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Tomorrow (Thursday) Holy Communion at 11 am; Sunda, June 4, Holy Communion at 8.30am, Sung Eucharist for Trinity Sunday at 10.30am. Tots’ Café meets on Mondays at 10am, Young Adults’ Group meets at St Saviour’s Church, Bridge of Allan on Tuesdays at 7.30pm. For more information see Church website and Facebook page. You can also get in touch at contact@holytrinitystirling.org or tel 01786 359821.
PARK CHURCH
Communion celebrated on Sunday, June 4, at 11am led by Rev Attie Van Wyk and followed by tea, coffee and conversation in Main Hall afterwards. All welcome. Coffee club meets tomorrow (Thursday) from 10.30-11.30am for conversation over cuppa and home baking. All welcome. The informal church Art Club meets in Main Hall from 2-4pm tomorrow (Thursday). No experience necessary. Refreshments provided. Next Kirk Session is on Wednesday June 7 at 7.30pm. Any apologies to Session Clerk, Dr Peter Murdoch. Papers have been circulated prior to meeting. Park Church Office is usually open from Tuesday to Friday from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Messages can be left on telephone number 01786462400. E-mails can be sent via website (www.parkchurchstirling.org) or directly to: parkchurchstirling@gmail.com.
CHURCH OF THE HOLY RUDE Joint
service for Sunday, June 4, Trinity Sunday, held in Church of the Holy Rude, including celebration of the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper, at 11am, led by Revd Alan Miller. For more information: holyrude.org.
VIEWFIELD ERSKINE CHURCH
Morning Worship with Church of the Holy Rude at Holy Rude Church on Sunday, June 4, at 11am. Minister Rev A F Miller, organiser Mr Ian Boulter. Next session meeting for Viewfield Church on Wednesday June 7 in church at 7.30pm.
CORNTON GET TOGETHER
Let’s Get Together Cornton meets every Tuesday from 11.30am to 2.30pm in Cornton Community Centre. Soup, sandwiches, fruit, juide, hot drinks and good company. Refreshments free.
CORNTON BAPTIST CHURCH
All welcome to services in the church building at 10.30am and 6.30pm.
COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Danny Gibson is available for surgery appointments in person, on the phone or online. Book an appointment via email (gibsond@stirling. gov.uk) or telephone (01786 233128).
COWIE COWIE AND PLEAN CHURCH
Communion Service on Sunday, June 4, at 10am conducted by the Rev Gary Mcintyre. All welcome.
COUNCILLORS’ SURGERIES
Councillor Alasdair Macpherson can be contacted on 01786 233120 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise. He can also be emailed at: macphersona@stirling.gov.uk. Councillor Brian Hambly can be contacted on 01786 233125 and can arrange to meet you in
your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues. He can be emailed at: hamblyb@stirling.gov.uk. Councillor Margaret Brisley is available for surgery appointments in person, by phone or online. Book an appointment using email (brisleym@stirling.gov.uk) orphone (01786 233130).
DUNBLANE CONCERT
Disney on Handbells - a concert celebrating a century of Disney classics - is being presented by Dunblane Cathedral Handbell Ensembles in Dunblane Cathedral on Sunday June 11 at 7.30pm. The pieces will all be performed on Scotland’s largest range of handbells, by multiple groups from eightyear-olds to intergenerational spanning decades, from solo teenager to trio to large ensemble. Dunblane Cathedral’s handbell ensembles have an international reputation and have appeared many times on television. Admission at the door or get your ticket - adults £10, concessions £8, children free - in advance either at Meldrum’s Newsagent in Dunblane’s High Street or online at: https:// dunblanecathedral.org.uk/ Disneyonhandbells.
BOYS BRIGADE
The BB will hold two Annual Displays on Friday, June 2, in St Blane’s Church. The first is for Anchor Boys and Junior Section and their families and takes place from 6-7.15pm. At 7.45pm, the Company & Senior Sections have their display and prize giving. Inspecting Officer will be Alison Chambers, Vice-president of The Boys’ Brigade UK & Ireland. Space is limited but a link is being shared on our social media pages to book a seat once immediate families have been able to do so. Email: info@dunblanebb.org.uk or call 01786 821387 if you would like to attend and aren’t able to book online. The events will also be streamed live on the St Blane’s Church Youtube page.
COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Douglas Dodds will be in Dunblane Library on Saturday, June 3, at 10am.
FREE CHURCH
Sunday services have resumed at Dunblane Free Church, the morning service at 11.30am with Kirk for Kids at 10.30am and the evening service at 6.30pm. Prayer and Bible Study meeting now in the church again at 7.30pm on Thursdays. Visitors welcome. For more information, contact the minister Rev Allan Shearer on 01786 609827.
TEA DANCE
Tea dance in Victoria Hall, Dunblane, on Friday. Come enjoy live music. Doors open 1.30pm, dancing 2-4pm. Tea and coffee, bring your own mug. Small raffle. All welcome.
FALLIN COUNCILLORS’ SURGERIES
Councillor Alasdair Macpherson can be contacted on 01786 233120 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise with him. He can also be emailed at: macphersona@stirling. gov.uk. Councillor Brian Hambly can be contacted on 01786 233125 and can arrange to meet in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise. He can also be emailed at: hamblyb@stirling.gov.uk. Councillor Margaret Brisley is available for surgery appointments in person, on the phone or online. Book an appointment using email (brisleym@stirling.gov.uk) or phone (01786 233130)
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
Stirling CAB’S advice drop-in service has a fortnightly service on Mondays in Fallin Library from 2-4pm. Contact Chris Kinnaird on 07498 925157 or by e-mail: chris.kinnaird@stirlingcab.casonline.org. uk or via www.stirlingcab.org.uk.
HILLPARK COUNCILLORS’ SURGERIES
Councillor Bryan Flannagan hosts regular surgeries across Stirling East and can be contacted on 01786 233111 or by email at flannaganb@stirling.gov. uk. All correspondence is received, read and responded to, by him personally. If calling, please leave your contact details to allow him to contact you directly. Councillor Chris Kane is available for surgery appointments in person, on the phone or online. Book an appointment via email (kanec@stirling.gov.uk), telephone (01786 233127) or Facebook (facebook. com/votechriskane).
MENSTRIE PARISH CHURCH
On Sunday, Rev Mike Goodison led worship followed after service by usual catch up with friends over a cuppa. Next Sunday, we join to celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion. Afterwards all welcome to stay behind for Soup Lunch to support Christian Aid. Donations welcomed at lunch but envelopes also available on the pews, if preferred. T-in 2 continues weekly, every Wednesday, until June 28, from 10.30 am until noon – come enjoy a coffee and blether with friends. We continue to collect for the Gate foodbank and donations are delivered at end of each month. Looking ahead, Menstrie Parish Church will again be running the Tea Tent at Menstrie Gala on June 10. Donations for this and help on the day most welcome. Speak to Laura or Annette for more details. Please note the proposed visit to see the musical ‘Grease’ in Motherwell in September will no longer take place, due to lack of numbers. We look forward to welcoming you in Menstrie Parish Church, at any of our services or events.
Sunday morning services begin at 11am.
PLEAN COWIE AND PLEAN CHURCH
Communion Service on Sunday, June 4, at 10am conducted by the Rev Gary Mcintyre. All welcome.
COUNCILLORS’ SURGERIES
Councillor Alasdair Macpherson can be contacted on 01786 233120 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise. He can also be emailed at: macphersona@stirling.gov.uk. Councillor Brian Hambly can be contacted on 01786 233125 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues. He can also be emailed at: hamblyb@stirling.gov.uk. Councillor Margaret Brisley is available for surgery appointments in person, by phone or online. Book an appointment using email (brisleym@stirling.gov.uk) or telephone (01786 233130).
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
Stirling CAB’S advice drop-in service has a fortnightly service on Mondays in Plean Library from 2-4pm. Contact Chris Kinnaird on 07498 925157 or by e-mail: chris.kinnaird@stirlingcab.casonline.org. uk or via www.stirlingcab.org.uk.
RAPLOCH SALVATION ARMY CHURCH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Sunday worship takes place in the hall in Drip Road at 11am. Meals for the homeless are now available on the premises, Monday to Friday, between 2pm and 3pm. The charity shop is open on weekdays from 10am to 2pm. For further information or to contact the drug and alcohol support worker or Debt Adviser, ring 01786 448923. The Valley Furniture Project in Munro Road is open from 9.30am to 4.30pm. For info 01786 479262.
COUNCILLORS’ SURGERIES
Councillor Rachel Nunn is in Raploch Campus on Monday, June 5, from 6-6.30pm. Councillor Danny Gibson is available for surgery appointments in person, on phone or online. Book appointment via email (gibsond@stirling. gov.uk) or telephone (01786 233128).
RIVERSIDE COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Jim Thomson is in Riverside Primary School today (Wednesday) from 6.45-7.15pm.
Councillor Danny
Gibson available for surgery appointments in person, on phone or online. Book appointment via email (gibsond@stirling.gov. uk) or telephone (01786
233128).
COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Riverside Community Council is delighted we have enough people to be able to form a new community council which will hold its Inaugural Meeting tonight (Wednesday) at 7.15pm in Riverside Primary School. We wish luck to three of our members who are moving on to different challenges but are excited to welcome talented and creative new members. Following the election of office bearers and signing of official documents will be a short regular meeting with some key items to be discussed. Everyone welcome and, as usual, there will be cake. Further information at: http://www. riversidecommunitycouncil.co.uk/
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Diary of weeks events: today (Wednesday) coaching 7pm; Thursday, June 1, rink game 2pm; Friday, June 2, visit of Riverside Primary School 10am, District 9 7pm; Saturday, June 3, rink game 2pm; Monday, June 4, rink game 7pm; Tuesday, June 5, rink game 7pm. Couple of spaces left for Open Pairs, to be held on Sunday June 18. If interested contact John Millar 07709 058642.
ST NINIANS COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Jen Preston (Stirling West) and Councillor Gerry Mclaughlan (Stirling East) are in the Mayfield Centre today (Wednesday) from 6-7pm. Councillor Preston can also be contacted on 01786 233126 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise. She can also be emailed at prestonj@stirling.gov.uk. Councillor Margaret Brisley is available for surgery appointments in person, by phone or online. Book an appointment using email (brisleym@stirling.gov.uk) or telephone (01786 233130).
ST NINIANS UNITED FREE CHURCH
Service on Sunday at 11am conducted by Rev M Keane. Children’s activities take place at the same time. Evening service also conducted by Mr Keane at 7pm. For details of how to also join the service online email onlinestninians@ufcos.org. uk or visit www.ufcos.org.uk/stirling. On Tuesday from 1.30-3pm Connect held in the hall. This is an informal gathering for tea and a chat.
ST NINIANS COMMUNITY CHURCH
Friday, June 2, Re:fresh Cafe - tea, coffee and cakes from 10am-noon. Sunday, June 4, Sunday Morning Service at 10.30am. Both held in the Mayfield Centre, St Ninians FK7 0BD. All welcome, For more information see http://stninianscommunitychurch.org.
ST NINIANS OLD PARISH CHURCH
Service on Sunday at 10.30am conducted by the Rev Gordon Mathew and all welcome. The service can be viewed on the Church Youtube channel. Mr Mcintyre will be conducting the services in Plean Church and Bannockburn Allan on Sunday in his capacity as Interim Moderator.
THROSK COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Next meeting on Tuesday June 13 at 7pm in the community centre. This will include the AGM. All residents welcome to attend.
TORBREX COMMUNITY CHOIR
This choir rehearses from 9.45-11.45am every Tuesday morning in Park Church, Stirling and performs two concerts a year generously supporting a local charity. If you enjoy singing upbeat music, in a mixed voice choir, with a great bunch of gregarious people please come along,
COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Jen Preston can be contacted on 01786 233126 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise with her. She can also be emailed at prestonj@stirling.gov.uk.