Coatbridge

Church is now closed and will reopen on Thursday, January 17.

Thrift shop

at Old Monkland Parish Church runs on Thursdays from 10.30am until 12 noon at the church hall on Manse Avenue; tea and coffee are available.

Lip-reading classes

are run by Deaf Services Lanarkshire, based at Unit 40 in Fountain Business Centre. The free classes, for anyone who is hard of hearing, take place on Thursdays from 6.30pm till 8.30pm. Sessions are described as “fun, relaxed and informative”. Call Elaine on 07979 932328 or email iameoh@btinternet.com to find out more.

meets on Mondays from 12 noon until 2pm at Hope Church on Bank Street. Those looking for work are invited to attend for friendly, practical support in finding a job. Lunch is provided; places can be booked by calling 0800 328 0006.

meet at Middle Church hall on Bank Street on Tuesdays. Explorers for P1-3 runs from 6.45pm to 8pm, Juniors for P4-7 runs from 6.45pm to 8.15pm and Brigaders for S1-6 takes place from 6.45pm to 9.30pm.

CAP job club 4th Coatbridge Girls’ Brigade Indoor bowling club

New members are invited to join at any time. Free coaching is held every Tuesday from 4.30pm to 6.30pm, and Thursday from 7pm to 9pm and is open to non-members. Bowls and shoes are also available to borrow. The club is open from Monday to Friday between 9.30am and 9.30pm; phone for weekend opening. The Clifton Suite can be hired for functions for up to 130 people; there are still dates available for Christmas. Call 01236 428641, email admin@coatbridgeibc.co.uk or visit www.coatbridgeibc.co.uk.

Angel of Love and Light Spiritualist Church

meet on Mondays at 7.30pm at Coatbridge community centre, in the grounds of St Andrew’s High. New members are welcome to attend.