District News

Bathgate

Bennie Museum annual lecture; Salvesen, the Bathgate Connection and Wales. Find out the past connection between Bathgate and whale oil production in the Antarctic. Wednesday, March 1 at 7.30pm. This is a free event, but donations will be welcome. Call 01506 634944. Simpson Art Group Almondell Country Park exhibition, until March 31. The group meets 7pm to 9pm in Simpson PS. Monthly demonstrators, tutors, exhibitions, open nights. All aged over 18 welcome e-mail simpsonartclub@gmail.com or call 07762933138. Boys’ Brigade the 3rd/4th Bathgate Boys’ Brigade Company will enrol at St John’s Parish Church Hall in Mid Street on Monday, August 29 between 6.30pm and 7.30pm. A very warm welcome is extended to boys to come and enjoy the fun. Activity nights begin on Monday, September 5, Anchor Boys from 6.15pm to 7.30pm, Junior Section from 6.15pm to 8pm. 2nd Bathgate Girls’ Brigade Explorers (p1 to 3) 6.15pm to 7.30pm, Juniors (p4 to 7) 7pm to 8.30pm, Brigaders (S1 to 6) 7pm to 8.30pm. Nightingale Club is for those of us who have suffered/suffer from mental distress. Partnership Centre Bathgate, Saturday between 1-3pm. Contact Susan 07854042463. Bathgate Concert Orchestra meets on Friday evenings in St Johns Church, Mid St Bathgate, at 7.30pm. New members welcome. Boghall Community Wing Love to Crochet? Come join us at Casual Crochet, a new local craft group open to anyone over 18. Bring your latest project, and exchange ideas with like minded people. Every Thursday evening from September 15th, 6-8pm. Contact 01506 283201. Play bridge but no partner? Bathgate Bridge Club welcomes new members at the EU United Reformed Church, Marjoribanks St, every Thursday at 7pm. Legion AGM Easter Sunday Cabaret afternoon Swingers and Lauren Kyle Tickets £6.00 on sale now. Glenmavis Bowling Club AGM will take place on Sunday 26th February at 11.00 in the Club. All members should endeavour to attend. The Box was not opened this week so next week it is £200 on 7 keys. Tote double had 2 winners on numbers 12 & 21. Hall is available to hire for private functions. Application forms available at bar. The Club welcomes new members bowling and associate again application forms at bar. MACMILLAN @ BATHGATE PARTNERSHIP CENTRE If you are affected by cancer you may want to know that there’s someone you can turn to for help. If you want to find information, support and practical help, or would just like someone to talk to Macmillan @ Bathgate Partnership Centre is here for you. Our trained volunteers are available at our drop in service in Bathgate Partnership Centre on Mondays 10am – 1pm and Thursdays 1pm – 3pm. Contact 01506 283053 or email MacmillanWestLothian@ westlothian.gov.uk for more info. NEWLAND CONCERT BRASS BAND CONCERT Bathgate Partnership Centre on Monday 27th February. Due to the popularity of this free event, admission will be by ticket only. There are limited tickets available now so anyone interested should contact a member of the band as soon as possible. The concert starts at 7.30pm

East Calder

Karen Stewart 01506 882880

karen136wlc@yahoo.co.uk

The Forget-Me-Not Café meets on on the last Thursday of the month from 10am–noon in East Calder Parish Church Hall, Main Street. The next meeting will be Thursday February 23. This friendly café provides a safe and welcoming space for people with dementia and their carers and also anyone who enjoys reminiscing and sharing memories of ‘days gone by’. Do come and enjoy some refreshments, support, fun activities and friendly company. Carers on their own are also welcome, as are people with dementia who are able to make their own way there. The Lunch Club is open on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 11.30am till about 12.15. in East Calder Church Hall. Cost is still £2 for Soup, roll, sweet, biscuits and cheese, tea and coffee. All will be made welcome. East calder Bowling Club Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday March 5 at 11am. Bingo is held every Wednesday and Sunday at 8pm. The Boys’ Brigade meets in East Calder Church Hall on Friday evenings. Boys from 5 - 18 years welcome. For further details contact Jean Gilchrist Tel 880367.

Walking Group sets off from East Calder Library at 10am on Mondays and from the cafe area of Xcite Livingston at 1pm on Fridays. The short, safe walks are with a trained leader to show you the way. For fuller information, please contact Jenny Tod at Xcite Livingston 01506 237970. East Calder Needlecraft Group meets on Thursday evenings in East Calder Community Centre, Main Street, East Calder from 7-9pm. New members always welcome. For any further information, please phone 01506 882427. After School Childcare Simply Play at East Calder provides award winning afterschool childcare in East Calder. They are based in East Calder

Community Centre and collect children from East Calder and St Paul’s Primary Schools. For vacancies and further information please call the club manager Lynda on 01506 880473.

East Calder Jog Scotland this jogging group meets every Tuesday at 7pm at East Calder health centre car park. We welcome along all abilities, male or female. And we run varying distances.

Dechmont

Dechmont memorial hall AGM Thursday, February 23, 7pm in the hall. All welcome.

Craigshill

Karen Stewart 01506 882880 karen136wlc@yahoo.co.uk Little Angels For 0- 5 Years mum and tots group is run under Livingston Pentecostal Church but we meet in the Masonic Hall in Craigshill, every Thursday from 9.3011.30am, term time only. For further information tel Merete Lawson on 01506 438283. All welcome. Craigshill Good Neighbour

Network activities are held weekly to which all are invited to come along. Monday - Knit and Natter Group from 10.30-12 costs £1.20 (includes knitting supplies and refreshments) at Almondbank Centre. Tuesday - The Lunch Club from 12-3pm cost £5 (includes three course meal & afternoon tea/coffee and cake) and additional £2 weekly club fee at Craigshill Thistle Pavilion. Wednesday - Singing for Health from 10.30-12 costs £1.20 (includes refreshments) at Craigshill Thistle Pavilion and Intergenerational. Dance Class from 5.30-6.30pm costs £1 for individuals/£3 for family of 3 or more at Riverside Community Wing. Thursday - Craft Group from 10.30-12 cost £2 (includes refreshments and crafting supplies) at Almondbank Centre and Walking Football from 2-3 cost £1.20 at Craigswood Sports Centre. Friday - Men’s Activity Group from 10.30-12.30 cost £2 (Includes refreshments and light lunch) at Craigshill Thistle Pavilion.

Yap Music Club West Lothian Youth Action Project (Yap Music Club) meets on Tuesday Nights from 6.30-9pm in Riverside Community Wing, Maree Walk, Craigshill. 50p Entry. This Music Club is for 12- 21 year olds with an interest in making music. All equipment supplied and bring along your guitar for jamming/ rehearsal/tuition. Tuition offered and refreshments available. Contact Gordon Balfour gordon@wlyap or 01506431430 for more info.

OffbeatYouth Drop in Arts and Media based drop - in for young people aged between 12- 9 years in and around the Craigshill area providing activities such as cooking skills, music tuition, sports, graffiti, theatrical make up, art as well as hosting workshops on healthy relationships, healthy eating, lgbt and sexual health. Drop-In times are Friday 1.pm-4pm in the Community Wing, Riverside Primary School, Maree Walk, Craigshill, EH54 5BP.

Craigshill’s Drop - In meets in the community wing in Riverside. The club offers various activities for young people from the age of 12 to 21 years providing pool, music, Xbox as well as advice and support. DropIn times are Monday 6- 8pm in the Community Wing, Riverside Primary School, Maree Walk, Craigshil EH54 5BP. To find out more tel 01506 431430 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. West Lothian Gamblers Anonymous group meets every Thursday in Riverside Primary School from 7.30-9.30pm. For details phone 0870 0508881. Craigsfarm Cafe is a great meeting place for friends families and colleagues. We serve a variety of hot and cold food and drinks, opening times are Monday to Friday 8.302.45pm. We also supply outside and inhouse catering for Meetings & Functions. Classes at Craigsfarm are listed below. For more information contact Isabell Darge on 01506 777690 or e-mail darge.isobel@westlothian.gov.uk

Zumba Classes - Monday 7.308.30pm, Thursday 7.15- 8.15pm, Wednesday 9- 11am & Thursday 10-11am

Burlesque Troup - Have you ever wanted to pose like a star of the silver screen, ooze confidence and glamour, move like a showgirl, then why not come along to Craigsfarm on Tuesdays from 7- 8pm or contact Agapanthus on 077918772706 for more information.

Hula Shakers - If you think you can’t hula hoop, then think again, great fun way to burn some calories. New class looking to start in Craigsfarm anyone interested please contact Rhona Watt on 01506 811700. Gospel Truth Community Choir - for more information please contact Tracey Braithwaite on 07720443262 Simply Play is a charity that provides After School Care and Holiday Club within your area. We are based in Inveralmond Community High School and we collect children from Riverside Primary School. For vacancies and further information please give the club a call on 07984485395.

Blackburn

Joe Stronach 07876266267 Blackburn 1st Boys’ Brigade meet Tuesdays at 6.30pm at Blackburn and Seafield Parish Church Hall. Primary school age boys are all welcome. Call 01506 652825 for more details. Blackburn 1st Girls’ Brigade meet on Wednesdays at 6.30pm at Blackburn and Seafield Parish Church Hall. Stepping Stones for primary school children meet on Sundays at 10.45am in Blackburn and Seafield Church Hall. Call 01506 632847. Blackburn Utd FC Bingo every Wednesday at their facility in Murrayfield Park. All welcome. Masonic Club Check noticeboard for details of weekly programme. Women’s Social Service Club at Blackburn Community Centre has started up again from 1.30pm to 3.30pm every Wednesday until March. New members welcome, includes outings, speakers, bingo and games. Bowling club social scene Jasper are on stage on Sunday at 8.30pm, includes bingo, deal or no deal, tote double and dooh dah bag. Bingo on Mondays and Thursday, eyes down 8.15pm. Tuesday and Wednesday carpet bowling 7.15pm. AGM Sunday, February 26 at 12pm.