Craigshill

Karen Stewart 01506 882880 karen136wlc@yahoo.co.uk Almondbank Library Kids Book Group meets tonight (Thursday May 11 ) from 3.30-4.30pm plus the Graphic Novel Group from 4.30-6pm. And the Adult Book Group from 5.306.30pm. New members welcome.. Jidel Judo 93 has classes on a Monday and Friday at Excite @ Craigswood Sports Centre. Jidel is a family run and ordinated club. It welcomes new members and you are very welcome to go along and give judo a try with a free session to see if Judo is the sport for you, Jidel Judo 93 and have classes and pathways for all ages and abilities. For further information or advice, you can give Jo a call or text on 07411722240. Email jo@jideljudo93.com, visit Jidel Judo 93 website www.jideljudo93.com or find them on Facebook. Beaver Scout Group We currently have spaces for both boys and girls aged between 6 and 8 years old. Meetings take place on Wednesday evenings from 6.30-7.30pm in Toronto Primary School and we offer a wide range of fun games, crafts, outings, friendship and a chance to learn and try new things. Simply come along on a Wednesday night or call Gavin or Louise on 01501 773519 if you need more information. Little Angels For 0- 5 Years This 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 These 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 6.309pm 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 Offbeat is a well-established 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 time is Friday, 1pm-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 please contact the office on 01506 431430

Livingston Cricket Club run indoor practices for 5-13 year olds from 6-8pm on a Wednesday . 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 07419211440 Craigshill`s stop smoking sup

port 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. Access2Employment 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. Access2employment 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 Anonymous group meets every Thursday in Riverside Primary School from 7.30-9.30pm. For details phone 0870 0508881.