District News
SEAFIELD
CAROLINE FRASER 01506-635518 SEAFIELD SENIOR CITIZENS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SOCIAL
The Seniors Christmas Social evening will be held on Friday 29th November. Tickets cost £8 each and will be on sale Tuesday 19th November from 1.30-3pm at the Drop-in at the rear of the Community Centre. Any enquiries, please call D Brown on 01506-635445 or contact any Committee member.
TOWN CENTRE IMPROVEMENT FUND
The Community Education Centre Management Committee have been successful in gaining funding from the Scottish Government Town Centre Improvement Fund 2019/20.
Following a Village wide consultation, the items were agreed and the application submitted.
A big thank you to Damian Byrne for all his hard work and efforts in achieving this fantastic result for the Village. The projects planned are -
Play Park Upgrade. This will see the introduction of a 4 stage trim track on the grass consisting of monkey bars, parallel bars, a chin up bar and a climbing wall. There will also be bike parking, a ground level trampoline and a “quad flyer” which is a spinning pole with room for four kids. Spare parts are also included in the budget for future. Date to be confirmed.
A ramp to improve disabled access to the Bowling Green. Date to be confirmed.
Landscaping and planting of the traffic island at the school. This will blend in with the new memorial. This will be done and maintained by volunteers from the village so if anyone is interested in getting involved please get in touch with a member of the Hall Committee or the Gala Day committee. All welcome. Depends on planting / technical advice, most likely Spring 2020.
A picnic area on the north bank of the Almond close to the bridge. This will be a wheelchair / buggy friendly design with path and paved platform. Expected Spring 2020.
A Christmas Tree paved platform between the road and the kick pitch. This will have a sunken tree socket and the Hall Committee will provide a tree annually. It will also have benches and planters for use outside of the festive season so that it can be useful year round. Potentially for this Christmas! Fingers crossed.
A native tree and circular metal tree seat at the top of the Bing. This will provide 360 views of the surrounding area and a welcome rest for those exploring Seafield Law. This will also be carried out by a team of volunteers from the village so any help is welcome. Depending on planting advice – to be confirmed.
All projects must have an agreed plan / contract in place by 31st March 2020. Expectation would be for all to be complete by summer 2020 latest.
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Seafield Management Committee next meet on Monday 25th November at 7pm at Seafield Community Centre.
POP UP LIBRARY
A Pop- Up Library will be open to customers at Seafield Community Centre each Monday from 10am-2pm and Wednesdays from 1-3pm. If you are not already a Library member, please bring 2 forms of ID and you will be able to become a library member.
SENIORS DROP-IN
A Drop-in for Seafield Senior Citizens runs every fortnight in the Youth Café at Seafield Community Centre from 1-3pm. The next meeting will be held on 13th November. Transport is available if required. Come along and join in the activities and have some tea/coffee and a chat with the others attending. Please call David with any enquiries or if you require transport on 01506-635445.
13TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUTS
The group are looking for more youth and adult members to come on board and are based at Livingston Station Community Centre in Deans . It would be good to hear from any parents /guardians who are interested in getting involved with running or helping at the sections. The group need more adult support due to the growth in youth numbers .
Beavers are held on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm till 7.30 pm Ages 6-8
Cubs are each Thursday evening from 6.30 pm till 8.00 pm Ages 8-10 years .
Scouts run on a Thursday evening from 7.00 pm till 9.00 pm Ages 10 - 14 years .
If you are interested in getting involved , or would like your child to join, please contact Steven Graham on Tel 07786638442 or e- mail stevengraham162@gmail.com’’
YOUTH CLUB
The Youth Club runs each Tuesday evening from 7pm- 9pm. The Club is suitable for ages 9 to 14 years. Any enquiries tel. 01506-631791.
THURSDAY 50+ GROUP:
A 50+ group meet each Thursday afternoon at the Community Centre from 1-3.30pm. If you would like to meet others and enjoy taking part in activities such as arts/crafts, flower arranging etc. come along and join in and have a cup of tea/coffee and a chat. For further information, please call the Community Centre on 01506-631791.
WEST LOTHIAN FOOD BANK
West Lothian Food Bank Blackburn Branch is now open every Tuesday from 2-4pm in Blackburn & Seafield Church, 41 East Main Street, Blackburn EH47 7RE.
STEPPING STONES:
Stepping Stones for Primary School
Children meet on Sundays at 10.45am in Blackburn & Seafield Church Hall. Contact Tracy Newall: 01506 632847.
COMMUNITY CENTRE CLASSES – CALL 01506-631791.
YOGA CLASSES
Yoga classes run at Seafield Community Centre each Monday evening from 7-8.15pm and also on Thursday from 7.008.15pm. Call 07762856907 for further details.
CIRCUITS CLASS A Circuits Class is held each Thursday at the Community Centre from 6.00–7.00pm. Call 01506631791 for further details.
AEROBICS CLASS
An aerobics class is held each Monday evening at Seafield Community Centre from 5.45-6.45pm.
HIGHLAND DANCING class runs each Wednesday at the Community Centre from 6-8.30pm and Friday’s from 3-4pm.
TEA DANCES are held each Wednesday evening between 7.309.30pm at Seafield Community Centre, so don’t miss out, bring your friends and get involved. Please bring along your own cup. Call the Community Centre on 01506-631791 for further details.
For further details on any of the above activities, call the Community Centre on 01506-631791.
BOWLING CLUB
The Function Room is available for private bookings on Fridays and Saturdays. For booking information please call 01506-652980.
HARBURN
Harburn SWRI’s next meeting will be on Monday 11th November at 7.30pm in Harburn Village Hall. Our own member Joanna will give a talk and presentation about her ‘Round the World’ trip.
New members will be made very welcome.
BROXBURN JANET COOPER JANETC13@HOTMAIL.COM CHRISTMAS FAYRE
The Christmas Fayre at Broxburn Parish Church is being held on Saturday, December 7. A limited amount of tables are available for those wishing to hold a stall at £20 per table. Please contact Elaine on 07936 363939 or contact us through our Facebook page.
THE BRIDGE 19-40 UNION CANAL SOCIETY
The 2019 Annual General Meeting of The Bridge 19-40 Union Canal Society will take place on Monday, December 2 at 7.15pm in Winchburgh Community Centre. This year has been a successful one for the society with much activity both on and off the water. No doubt 2020 will be equally busy and fruitful. All members are welcome to come to the AGM to help shape the direction of the canal society for the coming year.
SERVICES FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS
For individuals who have a family member or friend who suffers from alcohol or substance misuse. We work together to develop coping strategies and understanding. Meetings held 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month - 5:30- 7:30pm Strathbrock Partnership Community Centre (entrance B) Broxburn. There are relaxation therapies available the first meetings of month. Wldas also offers 1-to-1 support if needed. Please contact Stephen Jack on 01506 430225 for more information or request someone to meet you outside before meeting. All welcome, no appointments needed.
DROP IN
to Weigh-and-Go -Weigh2Go West Lothian is a free, weekly weigh-in service that provides help and support on losing weight. There is also information and signposting on what’s on in your area to help you maintain a healthy weight. No appointment is necessary just drop in. Sessions take place at Strathbrock Community Centre on Thursdays from 4pm - 5pm. For more information, contact the Health Improvement Team on 01506 775626 or email hit@westlothian.gov.uk.
STRATHBROCK JOB CLUB
Held every Thursday 2pm- 4pm in Strathbrock Community Centre. A weekly drop-in available to jobseekers. Help with job search, create an up to date CV and completing online application forms.
STOP SMOKING SUPPORT
Available at Strathbrock Partnership Centre every Monday 5pm-6pm. Contact 01506 651829 for more information.
OVER 50’S KEEP FIT CLASS
Monday 10am - 11am in Strathbrock Community Centre. This is a very friendly class and always opened to new members. Gentle introduction to exercise for those who perhaps are not as fit as they would like to be. Cost is £1.00. Tea, coffee and a good chat is available after the session (optional).
BROXBURN ART GROUP
Meet in Strathbrock Community centre every Thursday from 9am – noon. New members are always welcome.
BROXBURN LIBRARY
Located within Strathbrock Partnership Centre, the library offers the full range of library services, including free access to public computers. Opening times are Monday & Tuesday 8.30am – 5pm, Wednesday 8.30am - 3pm, Thursday 8.30am – 7pm, Friday 8.30am – 4pm & Saturday 9am -1pm. Book Club - This meets on the last Thursday of the month at 5.45pm. If you are interested in reading, meeting people and having a chat over a tea/coffee, then come along and join in. Bookbug sessions lasting around 30minutes free story, song and rhyme for babies, toddlers and pre-school children and their families. Session dates for November are Tuesday 19 & Wednesday 20 and Saturday 30 all at 10.30am.
BROXBURN ATHLETIC COLTS
Broxburn United 2005’s are looking for players to add to their existing squad who are in the West Lothian A league. We are currently training 3 nights per week on 3G (at Broxburn and Clifton Hall school) which includes a session with box soccer coach Barrie Malcolm. Games are played on a Sunday morning. Please contact Stuart on 07840480281
MEMORIA CAFÉ
For people with early to moderate dementia. Takes place in Strathbrock Community Centre from 2pm-4pm every second Wednesday of the month. For more information contact Maurice on 07864 502899.
CRAFT CUPPA
Are a small group of crafters who meet on Saturday afternoons 1pm-3pm in Strathbrock Partnership Centre, Community Wing entrance B. Come along to share craftycuppaclub@mail.com or just come along.
SCOUTING
Scouting at Broxburn Scout Hall on Station Road to play games, plan camping trips and earn badges. Beavers (Age68) Tuesday night 6pm, Cubs (Age 8-10) Tuesday night 7.15pm & Scouts ( Age 10.5-14) Email enquiries to jo.cook1403@gmail.com.
BLACKBURN JOE STRONACH 07876266267 MACMILLAN @ WEST LOTHIAN
Questions about cancer? Please drop into Blackburn Partnership Centre!
Macmillan @ Blackburn Partnership Centre opening times will change from Tuesday 7 May 2019.
Please drop in service will be available every Tuesday 11am—1pm
We can provide:
• support for people living with cancer, their families and carers
• information booklets on all aspects of living with and beyond cancer
• a listening ear and time to talk in a welcoming environment.