West Lothian Courier

Craigshill

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Karen Stewart Karen Stewart 01506 882880 karen136wl­c@yahoo.co.uk Library

The the Graphic Novel Group meets today from 4.30pm6pm .New members welcome.This year’s Tesco Bank Summer Reading Challenge celebrates 100 years of the world’s favourite storytelle­r Roald Dahl, with The Big Friendly Read. The reading challenge focuses on Dahl’s timeless themes of invention, mischief and friendship. We’ve also got

lots of fun activities happening throughout the holidays at Almondbank Library contact 0150628313­3 for details Stop Smoking Craigshill`s stop smoking support group takes place in Craigshill Health Centre every Tuesday from 4.45-6pm. Contact 01506-651829. Volunteer Drivers are needed to assist older people in the Livingston area to attend local groups in West Lothian. The Cyrenians Befriendin­g Service help alleviate loneliness and isolation in older people. Befriendin­g is delivered by volunteers and we urgently need volunteer drivers who can spare a few hours a month. Mileage costs are reimbursed at 45p per mile. If you would like to help please contact Kathryn or Lorna on 01506 815815 or email befriendin­gWL@ cyrenians.scot for more informatio­n. Craigshill Community Council meets on the first Monday of every month at 7.15pm at the Almondbank Centre. We are seeking further members for the Community Council. If you feel you have something to contribute, contact the Chairman, Ian Buchanan, at buchanan.ian@sky. com.

Access 2 Employment is based in Almondbank Centre supporting the individual so that they are equipped with employabil­ity skills that meet the needs of employers, recognisin­g that one size does not fit all. Advisers help people to develop confidence, compile or advise on preparing CVs, provide interview guidance, assist with the completion of applicatio­n forms and provide overall employabil­ity support. Access 2 employment also deals with people who are under threat of redundancy to help move them into a new job as quickly as possible. For more informatio­n, freephone 0800 032 9768. West Lothian Gamblers Anony-

mous group meets every Thursday in Riverside Primary School from 7.309.30pm. Call 0870 0508881.

Jidel Judo 93 have classes on a Monday and Friday at Craigswood Sports Centre. Jidel have classes for all ages and abilities and everyone is welcome to pop along, have some fun and give judo a try. First session free. Call Jo on 0741172224­0, visit our website www.jideljudo9­3.com or email jo@jideljudo9­3.com. A girls only session is also running for the time being at Craigswood on a Monday at 6.15pm, cost £2. Livingston Cricket Club run indoor practices for 11-14 year olds from 6-7pm on a Wednesday and 5-11 year olds on Thursdays 6-7pm. Practices are held at Deans High School, Livingston, and cost £3 per practice. For more informatio­n contact Mark at mark.gray@livingston­cricketclu­b. co.uk or 0753602428­7

Letham Bowling Club have a function hall which is available for hire. We also have a weekly poker night on Fridays all welcome. New bowling members always welcome, anyone interested can contact 01506 433831 or e-mail lethambowl­ing@mail.com

YWCA Girls Clubs Junior Group for girls aged 8-12years is held in Riverside Youth Wing from 5.30-7.30pm on Thursdays. Intermedia­te Group for girls aged 13+ is held in Neighbourh­ood House, 31 Canberra Street from 5.30-7.30pm on Wednesdays. All groups are £1 per week. Come along and join the fun. Programme of activities include arts & crafts, cooking, games, fun athletics, drama, dance, fundraisin­g events and outings. We also do small workshops/sessions on many different topics to help improve confidence. YWCA Drop-In Centre everyone is welcome to the Centre which is held at 31 Canberra Street, Craigshill on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10.30am -12.30pm. Anyone interested in volunteeri­ng to help or wish to discuss any of the above please contact Hilda Dolan, Centre Manager on 01506 432911 or visit YWCA, 31 Canberra Street, Craigshill. West Lothian Rhythmic Gymnastics based in Craigwillo­w Centre, Craigshill have spaces available on a Monday and Wednesday for ages 5-18 years old.If interested in joining contact Liz McNeill 01506 434789/07710 472213 or via email lizmcneill@tiscali.co.uk.

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