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. ransport is available if required.

The next meeting will be held on 27th November 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.

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.

MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING

At the recent Coffee Morning held in Broxburn Bowling Club on Sunday, October 27 Kelly Gibson raised the magnificent amount of £4,132.00. Kelly spent five weeks organising this fundraiser. The money raised was through raffles, guys leg waxing, facepainting for the kids, Home baking and more. Thank you to all who supported this excellent fundraiser and very well done to Kelly.

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