District News
ABERFOYLE WALK IN THE PARK
Meet behind the Scottish Wool Centre on Mondays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a one-hour walk and chat. Contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke - beverley.clarke@lochlomond-trossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran.crumley@lochlomondtrossachs.org.
PARISH CHURCH
Service on Sunday at usual time of 11.15am when a warm welcome will be extended to all. Face coverings and hand sanitiser available should people choose to continue with moderate safety. Diary date - Bus Pass Lunches for all those eligible, please note date Tuesday June 20 in the Forth Inn. More details later.
ST MARY’S SCOTTISH EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Service at 11.15am each Sunday. More details, secretary@ stmarychurchaberfoyle.org.uk.
BUSINESS GATEWAY
Business Gateway Stirling is holding a ‘Meet Our Advisers’ event with one-toone appointments in Callander Library on Tuesday, June 6, and in Strathard Business Hub in Aberfoyle on Monday June 26. For more information and to book visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/meetour-expert-business-adviser or contact STEP on 01786 498392.
FIX AND CHAT
Tuesdays 2-4pm in Aberfoyle Memorial Hall - if you have small household items which are broken hopefully the collective skill of the group can help repair or give advice to avoid throwing it into landfill.
KNIT AND NATTER
Fridays 2-4pm in Aberfoyle Memorial Hall - get out and about, kids welcome to pop in with parents after school, cuppa and snacks available.
BOWLING CLUB
Regular club events on Mondays at 6.30pm and Tuesdays at 1.30pm.
BALFRON CONCERT
The John Mclintock Hall in Balfron will be 100 years old in June 2023.To mark the centenary, the keynote event will be the Centenary Concert in the hall at 7.30pm on Friday June 16, starring Scottish/ Scandinavian folk duo ‘The Quiggs’. Tickets now available and, although the main source will be online, a limited number of ‘physical’ hard-copy tickets on sale at just £5 each at both Balfron Library and Balfron Health Centre during their normal opening hours. Unfortunately, card facilities not available at either of these venues. Online tickets can be purchased at www.eventbrite.co.uk simply by searching ‘Quiggs’ on the site. Further advice and news of centenary souvenirs available by contacting mclintockhall@gmail.com or following www.facebook.com.mclintockhall. The evening of the concert will also give an opportunity for concert-goers to view an exhibition about John Mclintock and the history of the hall with complementary refreshments available.
DANCERCISE
Low-impact exercises and dance routines, perfect for active seniors/ beginners in the Mclintock Hall on Mondays at 10am. For more details and to book contact Yasmin on 07979 856837 or email yasmin@throthegrapevine.co.uk.
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
The library outreach programme is weekly on Thursdays in the library from 10am-1pm. Contact Chris Kinnaird on 07498 925157 or by e-mail: chris. kinnaird@stirlingcab.casonline.org.uk or via www.stirlingcab.org.uk.
COUNTRY DANCING
Strathendrick Scottish Country Dancing Club meets Tuesday evenings in Masonic Hall, Dunmore Street, Balfron 7.30-9.30pm. New members welcome, some experience preferred. Details from Alan 01360 550256.
BALFRON CHURCH
Service on Sunday will include Communion and be conducted by the Rev Dr Lesley Stanley. Tea served in Church Rooms after service. Any member of congregation needing urgent pastoral care during the vacancy should contact Rev Alison Britchfield on 07415683872.
COUNCILLOR
Councillor Gerry Mcgarvey (Ward 2 - Gargunnock, Kippen, Arnprior, Buchlyvie, Fintry, Balfron, Drymen, Killearn, Croftamie, Milton of Buchanan, Blanefield, Strathblane, Balmaha and more) is available for telephone, inperson face-to-face, or online surgeries. To book an appointment, email mcgarveyg@stirling.gov.uk or call 01786 233122. He also holds surgeries prior to any community councils he is attending. Details of which are available on the Stirling Council website.
BRIG O’TURK
CHURCH
Communion service at 3pm in Trossachs Church on Sunday, June 4. All welcome.
BUCHLYVIE
CHURCH
Sunday service at 11.15am led by Rev Scott Brown at Buchlyvie Church.
COUNCILLOR
Councillor Gerry Mcgarvey (Ward 2 - Gargunnock, Kippen, Arnprior, Buchlyvie, Fintry, Balfron, Drymen, Killearn, Croftamie, Milton of Buchanan, Blanefield, Strathblane, Balmaha and more) is available for telephone, inperson face-to-face, or online surgeries. To book an appointment, email mcgarveyg@stirling.gov.uk or call 01786 233122. He also holds surgeries prior to any community councils he is attending. Details of which are available on the
Stirling Council website.
DANCERCISE
Low-impact exercises and dance routines, perfect for active seniors/ beginners are held in the village hall on Tuesdays at 10am. For more details and to book contact Yasmin on 07979 856837 or email yasmin@throthegrapevine.co.uk.
CALLANDER
CALLANDER KIRK
Service at 11.15am in Callander Kirk every Sunday, also livestreamed onto Callander Kirk Facebook page and video uploaded of service onto the You Tube Channel. Email or paper copy of services available, contact Rev Jeff Mccormick BD. email: jmccormick@churchofscotland. org.uk or the Church Office / Hall Bookings: callanderkirk@btconnect. com. Communion services this Sunday, June 4, in Callander Kirk at 11.15am and at Trossachs Church, Brig O’turk, at 3pm. All welcome.
MUSIC AND MEMORIES
Come along for a trip down memory lane, familiar songs, friendly blether and a cuppa. Everyone welcome, including those living with dementia and their carers. Next meeting on Monday June 12, 2-3.30pm in Callander Kirk Hall.
ST ANDREW’S SCOTTISH EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Holy Communion with music at 9.30am on Sundays. Midweek worship on Wednesdays at 10.30am. More details see www.standrewschurchcallander.org,uk.
WALK IN THE PARK
Meet at Ancaster Square on Tuesdays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a one-hour walk and chat. Contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke - beverley.clarke@lochlomondtrossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran. crumley@lochlomond-trossachs.org.
CALLANDER RAMBLERS
Tomorrow (Saturday), stroll The Lots, six miles, leader Peter Mehta, start 8.30am. Wednesday, June 7, ramble Culross to Dunfermline, nine miles, leaders Jim and Joan Leddy, start 9.30am.
BUSINESS GATEWAY
Business Gateway Stirling is holding a ‘Meet Our Advisers’ event with one-toone appointments in Callander Library on Tuesday, June 6, and in Strathard Business Hub in Aberfoyle on Monday June 26. For more information and to book visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/meetour-expert-business-adviser or contact STEP on 01786 498392.
CROFTAMIE
WALK IN THE PARK
Meet outside The Winnock Hotel in Drymen on Thursdays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a one-hour walk and chat. Contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke - beverley. clarke@lochlomond-trossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran.crumley@ lochlomond-trossachs.org.
DRYMEN
WALK IN THE PARK
Meet outside The Winnock Hotel in Drymen Square on Thursdays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a onehour walk and chat. If you are interested in joining a Health Walk, please contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke - beverley.clarke@lochlomondtrossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran. crumley@lochlomond-trossachs.org.
OPEN DOORS
Drymen Village Hall’s Open Doors Project sees hall open Mondays from noon-3pm, Tuesdays 2-5pm and Fridays 10am-5pm for anyone to use. Free refreshments and lots of free activities throughout the month. Citizens Advice hold an outreach service every second Monday and there is a community laptop available for use.
DRYMEN CHURCH
All welcome to Sunday morning’s service at 11.30 am, led by Rev Alex Smeed. Groups meet during service for children and young people. As it is first Sunday of the month, Communion celebrated on Sunday. The congregation will be supporting Start Up Stirling’s Foodbank over the next two Sundays, June 4 and 11. Donations of non perishable items can be brought to the church or uplifted by request. Gifts of cash for purchase of milk, bread, fruit and vegetables etc also welcome. Services from Drymen Church continue to be available on www.drymenchurch.org and on Youtube. Please sign up for weekly email, if you haven’t already, and make contact if we can be of any assistance. For further information, Session Clerk can be reached at 01360-660361.
DRYMEN WI
Drymen WI is celebrating it’s 95th birthday. Anyone interested in attending meetings when the new session starts in September will be made welcome. Meetings will be held in the Winnock Hotel on second Thursday of the month at 2pm.
EMBROIDERY
Strathendrick Stitchers are a friendly group who meet in Killearn Kirk Hall on the third Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm. New members and visitors welcome. You don’t have to be an expert stitcher - bring your own work or take part in the regular workshops, and enjoy coffee and chat. Details from Susan at strathendrickstitchers@gmail.com.
LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
First meeting of 2023-24 session will be on September 28.
ART CLUB
Drymen Art Club holds classes in the village hall on Wednesday afternoons from 1-4pm and anybody with an interest in drawing and painting is welcome to join. The club appointed multi-media artist Iain Mcaulay as tutor during the year and he is on hand to offer guidance and encouragement.
DRYMEN & DISTRICT SENIOR CITIZENS
Recommencing on Tuesday September 19, but in the meantime hope for sunny weather over the summer.
COUNCILLOR
Councillor Gerry Mcgarvey (Ward 2 - Gargunnock, Kippen, Arnprior, Buchlyvie, Fintry, Balfron, Drymen, Killearn, Croftamie, Milton of Buchanan, Blanefield, Strathblane, Balmaha and more) is available for telephone, inperson face-to-face, or online surgeries. To book an appointment, email mcgarveyg@stirling.gov.uk or call 01786 233122. He also holds surgeries prior to any community councils he is attending. Details of which are available on the Stirling Council website.
GARGUNNOCK
KIRK TOURS
Gargunnock Kirk welcome team are offering free tours on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Hear stories about old Gargunnock including when the Jacobite Army marched past the Kirk in 1745 and ’46, the founding of the Gargunnock Agricultural Show, the coming of the first fresh water source in the village, the builder of the old school (now the community centre), and more as well as old photographs to bring it all to life. Tours take around 45 minutes for a maximum of eight people on each tour. Bigger groups once two tour guides are available. To book a tour call Helen on 01786 860630.
COUNCILLOR’S SURGERY
Councillor Gerry Mcgarvey will be in Gargunnock Community Centre on Monday, June 5, at 7pm.
GARTMORE
CHURCH
Service this Sunday, June 4, at 10am led by the Rev Elinor Gordon. Service next Sunday, June 11, at 10am will include Holy Communion, led by the Rev Scott Brown.
MOBILE LIBRARY
Mobile library visits 1.30-2.45pm today (Friday) and the following Fridays: June 2, 16 and 30; July 14 and 28; August 11 and 25. You can now browse the books on the van, up to two households at a time. Outwith visits, books can still be reserved either by phoning 01786 237553 on Monday, Wednesday or Friday between 10am and 2pm, or by email to mobilelibrary@ stirling.gov.uk.or on the website.
VILLAGE LUNCH
Join for soups, cheese with homemade bread, coffee or tea in the village hall on Friday June 16 at 1pm. All welcome. Donations please. Children free. Let us know if you would like a lift or have dietary requirements - Netta 382704, Alison 382910, Romma 382956, Liz 382560.
COMMUNITY TRUST
Gartmore Community Trust AGM on Thursday June 22 at 7.30pm in village hall. Trustees need all the support they can get to continue to care for village assets so please come along. Local Place Survey results will be unveiled in the village hall on Sunday August 20.
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Gartmore Horticultural Society’s 106th Annual Exhibition takes place on Saturday August 26 in Gartmore Village Hall from 1.45pm. Admission £5 including tea/coffee. Children free. Guest of honour will be Mr Stuart Fleming. If you have never exhibited before and want any tips please let us know and we will be pleased to help.
GALA DAY
This year’s Gala Day takes place on June 10.
INVERSNAID
PARISH CHURCH
Service on Sunday at usual time of 11.15am. All welcome. Face coverings and hand sanitiser available should people choose to continue with moderate safety. Diary date - Bus Pass Lunches for all those eligible, please note date Tuesday June 20 in the Forth Inn. More details later.
KILLEARN
DANCERCISE
Low-impact exercises and dance routines, perfect for active seniors/ beginners are held in the village hall on Fridays at 10am. Adult jazz dance class energetic work-out for adults of all ages - in the village hall on Thursdays at 7pm. More details and to book contact Yasmin on 07979 856837 or email yasmin@ throthegrapevine.co.uk.
KILLEARN KIRK
Morning worship at Killearn Kirk on Sunday, June 4. at 10.30 am, preceded by short prayer meeting in Kirk Hall at 9.45am. The theme of the message, ‘Redefining our Identity - Sealed’. Holy Communion will be celebrated. Tea and coffee available in hall after service. All welcome. Service recordings can be accessed via website www.killearnkirk. org.uk and you can also follow us on Facebook, just search Killearn Kirk. Book Group meets fortnightly on Mondays in hall foyer at 10am. Details from Katie or Teresa. Prayer gathering meets on Wednesdays at 10am in the Session House for a time of prayer, open to any to join us.
COUNTRY DANCE
Strathendrick Scottish Country Dance Club 2022-23 season has now ended. Dancing resumes on Tuesday October 3 at 7.30pm in Masonic Hall, Dunmore Street, Balfron. New members welcome, some experience preferred. Details from Alan 01360 550256.
EMBROIDERY
Strathendrick Stitchers are a friendly group who meet in Killearn Kirk Hall on the third Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm. New members and visitors welcome. You don’t have to be an expert stitcher - bring your own work or take part in the regular workshops, and enjoy coffee and chat. Details from Susan at strathendrickstitchers@gmail.com.
COUNCILLOR
Councillor Gerry Mcgarvey (Ward 2 - Gargunnock, Kippen, Arnprior, Buchlyvie, Fintry, Balfron, Drymen, Killearn, Croftamie, Milton of Buchanan, Blanefield, Strathblane, Balmaha and more) is available for telephone, inperson face-to-face, or online surgeries. To book an appointment, email mcgarveyg@stirling.gov.uk or call 01786 233122. He also holds surgeries prior to any community councils he is attending. Details available on the council website.
KILLIN
WALK IN THE PARK
Meet at Mclaren Hall on Wednesdays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a one-hour walk and chat. If you are interested in joining a Health Walk, contact walk coordinators for details: Bev Clarke - beverley.clarke@lochlomondtrossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran. crumley@lochlomond-trossachs.org.
KINLOCHARD
PARISH CHURCH
Service on Sunday at usual time of 11.15am. All welcome. Face coverings and hand sanitiser available should people choose to continue with moderate safety. Diary date - Bus Pass Lunches for all those eligible, please note date Tuesday June 20 in the Forth Inn. More details later.
LOCAL HISTORY
Annual membership £15 or £4 per presentation. Contact Joyce Kelly (secretary) 01877 387292 or James Kennedy (chairman) 01877 387 201.
KIPPEN
STREET FAYRE
Kippen street fayre takes place on Saturday June 10 from 11am until late. Fancy dress parade, king and queen coronation, dog show, stalls, teacup rides, rodeo bull, sumo wrestling, freestyle football skills from Ross Brown, hog roast, burgers, pizza, cakes and cocktails. Live music from The Sky Blossoms, Marie Fielding, Greig Taylor Band and Macfleet, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band. Event sponsored by The Cross Keys, Kippen. For information or to book a stall email: kippenstreetfayre@gmail.com.
KIPPEN CHURCH
Rev Ellen Larson Davidson will lead service in Kippen Church this Sunday, June 4, at 11.15am. Updates of interest can always be found on Facebook ‘Kippen and Norrieston Parish Churches of Scotland.’ Access also via ‘Google.’ This Sunday from 4-5pm Kippen Church will be open for prayer.
ONLINE WORSHIP
Please contact Ellen to get the Zoom link for the service from Norrieston Church at 10am. Rev Ellen Larson Davidson’s contact details: tel 01786 871249, email: elarsondavidson@ churchofscotland.org.uk.
CHOIR PRACTICE
There will not be an All Age Choir Practice this Sunday, June 4, in the Church.
CHURCH OPENING
Kippen Church will be open from 11am-4pm on Street Fayre day, Saturday June 10. Volunteers are required for an hour to welcome visitors. There will be a sheet at the main Church door on Sunday. Please put your name in one of the hour slots if you can help.
CHRISTIAN AID
Sincere thanks are extended to all who collected and/or donated to the recent Christian Aid Collection in Kippen and District. The excellent total of over £3,100, including Gift Aid, was raised. This was 15 per cent up on last year. There was also an increase in the number of donations on which Gift Aid could be claimed.
START-UP STIRLING
Start-up Stirling food bank box in Kippen Church for non-perishable items (open Sunday till 12.30pm). There are more and more people needing help. If you are able, a little something would be greatly appreciated to help others in the area.
STRENGTH AND BALANCE CLASS
Weekly Strength and Balance Class organised by Active Stirling at 10am on Wednesday, June 7, in the Village Hall, Fore Road.
KIPPEN GOLFING SOCIETY
Next outing is annual pairs competition at Balfron GC on afternoon of Wednesday June 14.
KIPPEN BOWLING CLUB
Forth & Endrick League Kippen won both games on Friday night against Aberfoyle. The Jack Dunlop Open Mixed pairs was played in glorious weather on Sunday. Sixteen pairs took part. Winners Eileen Mayhew and Alan Patrick, runnersup John Mulvaney and Phyllis Gilroy.
COUNCILLOR
Councillor Gerry Mcgarvey (Ward 2 Gargunnock, Kippen, Arnprior, Buchlyvie, Fintry, Balfron, Drymen, Killearn, Croftamie, Milton of Buchanan, Blanefield, Strathblane, Balmaha and more) is available for telephone, in-person faceto-face, or online surgeries. To book an appointment, email mcgarveyg@stirling. gov.uk or call 01786 233122. He also holds surgeries prior to any community councils he is attending. Details of which are available on the Stirling Council website.
PORT OF MENTEITH
CHURCH
Worship on Sunday at 10am led by Rev Graham Bell. All welcome.
RUSKIE SWI
Ruskie Rural will be back in September with a new and exciting syllabus. To find out more visit: www.ruskierual.com or Facebook: SWI Ruskie Rural.
STRATHBLANE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
The library outreach programme is fortnightly on Thursdays in Strathblane 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.
COUNCILLORS
Councillor Paul Henke will be in Strathblane Village Club on Monday, June 5, at 7pm. Councillor Gerry Mcgarvey (Ward 2 - Gargunnock, Kippen, Arnprior, Buchlyvie, Fintry, Balfron, Drymen, Killearn, Croftamie, Milton of Buchanan, Blanefield, Strathblane, Balmaha and more) is available for telephone, inperson face-to-face, or online surgeries. To book an appointment, email mcgarveyg@stirling.gov.uk or call 01786 233122. He also holds surgeries prior to any community councils he is attending. Details of which are available on the Stirling Council website.
THORNHILL
NORRIESTON CHURCH
Sunday Worship conducted this Sunday by the Minister, the Rev Ellen Larson Davidson, at 10am. All welcome to attend and for those who cannot, or choose not to come in person, service can be picked up on Zoom. Tea and coffee served after service and there are still some goods, available for a small contribution, in the Traidcraft box. Notice was given of the intention of holding the Annual Stated Meeting of the Congregation on Monday June 19 at 7.30pm in the Church Hall. We hope for a good turnout from all members and friends of the congregation. Tea and coffee served. Ellen can be contacted about Zoom and any matter to do with the church and congregation by email: elarsondavidson@ churchofscotland.org. uk or telephone: 01786 871249 /07412 578997.
BOWLING CLUB
Second round of matches in Forth and Endrick League was a disappointing defeat at Kippen for both Aberfoyle teams, losses of 35-2 and 20-7 recorded. Well played the Kippen teams, just too strong for us on the day. Great hospitality and good company. The bowling club meets regularly on Monday at 6.30pm and on Tuesday at 1.30pm, come have a go.
GARDENING SOCIETY
The schedule for the Flower Show is available in the village shop and the show takes place in the Community Hall on Saturday September 2.