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EAST CALDER KAREN STEWART 01506 882880 KAREN136WLC@YAHOO.CO.UK ALMONDELL COUNTRY PARK
Time to save the planet. The Friends of Almondell will be replanting the woods along the South Drive of Almondell. Tree planting will take place on Saturday December 4 from 10- 12noon.
Meet on the south side from Nasmyth Bridge. Spades will be provided but if you have your own then they ask if you can bring one. . Please wear warm clothes, boots or sturdy shoes. Bring a drink and a snack. To book a place phone the park on 8882254. Feel free to just turn up but would help us manage numbers if you book.
FORGET ME NOT CAFE
The cafe returned back last week. If you or a family member has had a diagnosis of dementia or memory issues then please join us at the cafe in East Calder Church Hall on the last Thursday of the month from 10-12 noon.
It’s an informal and friendly social group for a cuppa and blether. Please note that due to current circumstances booking is essential. Please contact Alzheimer Scotland on WestLothianServices@Alzscot.org or phone 01506 533108 to book.
REUSE AND THRIVE
In our community shop we have a great stock of high quality, nearly new, clothing, books, toys, games and bric a brac that would make lovely gifts for loved ones at Christmas at great prices. Come along and take a look, we would love to welcome you.
We are open from Thursdays to Saturdays from 10-2pm
We were delighted to support West Lothians School Bank which provides clothing with dignity to children and young people in our Community. We recently donated £70 to their Winter Warmer Appeal allowing them to buy a pack for a primary school child and one for a high school child.
The shop is based in East Calder and supports the local community to use its resources effectively and reduce our collective impact on the planet .
We welcome donations of bric a brac and clothes (not summer ones at the moment) and please no electrical items, non fiction books or dvds.
MILITARY MUSEUM SCOTLAND, LINBURN
Model Week in the museum continues until Sunday December 5. Come and see our outstanding model collection and get hints and tips from our modeller, buy models, kits and books.
For the past 2 years, in conjunction with SSAFA, we helped collect and distribute food hampers to veterans in need.
This year we are doing the same. Instead of boxes this year, you can pick up your Hamper Bag from the museum, fill it up with items of food then return them to the museum for distribution to the Veterans. There is a suggested list of items included with each bag. If you cant get into the museum to pick up one of our bags, feel free to use the large supermarket reusable bags. ( not plastic bags). If you know of a veteran who you think might need help, please drop me an email to
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West Lothian band The Snuts have returned with their scathing new single, ‘Burn The Empire’, their first taste of new music since their acclaimed, number one-selling debut album, W.L., stormed the charts earlier this year.
Produced by Detonate at Angelic Studio,‘Burn The Empire’is first and foremost a protest song against the corrupt corporations and politicians. Not content on just writing huge guitar-pop songs, the track is a statement of intent and a call to arms for change.
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KIRKNEWTON KAREN STEWART 01506 882880 KAREN136WLC@YAHOO.CO.UK KIRKNEWTON CHURCH HALL
The hall is available to rent either for long term leases or for one-off events. Cost is £15 per hour. Contact Andrew Coutts at andrew_d_coutts@btinternet. com.
GALA QUIZZES
Quiz nights will be held on the first First Thursday of each month at 8pm in The Kirknewton Inn. A maximum of 4 per team, £2 entry per person, £20 cash prize. All money raised goes towards Gala 2022. The next date is Thursday December 2. Santas Visit to Kirknewton
On Sunday December 5, he will travel round Kirknewton, and finish up at the Pavilion, just in time for the Christmas Tree Light Switch On. The committee
Lead singer Jack Cochrane said of the track:“I wanted the word‘empire’to feel open, almost rhetorical to what constitutes or qualifies as an oppressive factor in your life, because it certainly exists for 99 per cent of people. We were driven to standup against the negative effects of big corporations on the everyday person. We all understand that these companies act ruthlessly and unethically in the name of profit.
“I think young people have always wanted a fairer and more equal society and
would like to invite everyone along to the park to enjoy some mulled wine and mince pies while watching the switch on.
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING DAY
Kirknewton Gala is holding a Christmas shopping day on Saturday December 11 from 124pm in The Stables, Kirknewton. SENIORS ACTIVITY HUB
Every Thursday morning the Green room will be transformed into a Seniors Activity Hub.
Come in, relax and enjoy a coffee and cake, pop in and say hi or stay and enjoy some relaxed activities anytime between 9.30- 12.30pm. If you have a senior neighbour, tap on their door and invite them to come on in (if they need support getting here, please let us know!
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MIKE DUNCAM MDUNCANDEDRIDGE@HOTMAIL.COM it’s the voices of the old, the discontent and the ignorant that try and squash that. We believe in 2022 there is no place for fascism or oppression of any kind and we must burn the empire that represents it.”
The Snuts are well and truly into their stride. With a chart-topping album under their belts and an arsenal of adoring fans up and down the country, these four lads from Whitburn are well on their way to being one of the most vital bands of recent years.
DEDRIDGE COMMUNITY COUNCIL
has applied for funding from the Local Recovery and Renewal Fund. £150,000 has been awarded to each of the 9 West Lothian Wards. and all applications will be considered by the Local Area Committee.
DEDRIDGE COMMUNITY COUNCIL
has agreed to apply for the mini roundabouts in the Dedridge area to be painted with a fluorescent paint to improve road safety, especially at night, construction of hand railings on the steeply inclined pavement at Ivanhoe Rise and the clearing of overgrown shrubs along the tree line of the Staunton Pond area to improve visibility from the road to deter vandalism and improve the safety of people using the area.
Decisions will be made prior to the end of the year.
CROFTHEAD PLAYGROUP
based at Crofthead Farm cater for children from 2-5 years of age. The
Playgroup runs Monday to Thursday from 9.15-1130am and offers a programme of fun, play and learning in a safe environment.
For further information or application forms please call 07904 623123.
The Livingston South Community Church holds its next Sunday service on December 5 at the Murieston Village Hall. The service starts at 10am and all attenders will be made most welcome.
LANTHORN COMMUNITY FOOD SHOP
based at Crofthead Farm is open Monday and Wednesdays 1030am12.30pm and on Tuesday evenings from 5-7pm. Bags of food costing a very reasonable £3 are on sale with the contents varying each day depending on what has been delivered. Sanitary items are available free of charge along with free pet food for cats and dogs. Nappies and baby milk is available at reduced costs. Please note that the project is for the local community and no referrals are required, just drop in during opening hours.
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE
charity event is asking local people to purchase a Christmas present for a child living in hardship, wrap it and hand it in to Crofthead Centre. Cards can be picked up from the Centre’s Café, Food Shop or Scott’s Bikes, Ambrose Rise, detailing the sex and age of the child to get a present for.
LIVINGSTON SPIRITUALIST CHURCH
next meet in the Steading at Crofthead Farm on Wednesday December 8 starting at 7pm. All interested are welcome to attend.
Working in partnership with West Lothian Council and NHS Lothian, the Community Equipment Store provides various pieces of equipment to members of the community who require mobility support. The collection and recycling of old equipment is crucial in ensuring that there is good availability for those who require assistance.
Items such as shower and bath seats, walking aids, trolleys and bed rails are all of use. If you have any of the above items that are no longer required and are happy to donate, please get in touch to arrange collection. To do this complete an online form at : https://forms.office.com/pages/ responsepage.aspx.
Alternatively you can email ces@ westlothian.gov.uk or call 01506 523335 to arrange a collection. Small items can also be be returned to the store which can be found at: Community Equipment Store at St John’s Hospital
NEIL’S HUGS
has welcomed its Women’s’ support group at Crofthead Farm Centre.
If you’re feeling lonely, isolated or struggling with your mental health, the group provides a space for attenders to talk, listen and be supported. The group meet every Monday evening from 6.308.30pm.