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Volunteer group looking forward to a busy 2019

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Larkhall and District Volunteer Group are back with a packed schedule for the year ahead.

Every Monday, the centre hosts their genealogy group where members have free access to the library edition of Ancestry.com.

Current members and helpers delve into their past history to find out what their ancestors have been up to.

Tuesdays will see the new computer classes, which start on January 15.

The class for beginners, which runs from 10am to noon, is fully booked at the moment, but names are being taken for the next session, which will begin in March.

A new intermedia­te class for people with some knowledge, but who want to take it to the next stage, will be run from noon to 2pm and there are still places available for this one.

There will also be a walking group who meet up on Tuesdays, and they will take part in a variety of walks around the area.

It is essential that booking is made in advance for this activity, as there are limited spaces on the bus.

Wednesday is for the gardening group, who get together to enjoy a variety of gardening experience­s which include potting and planting, maintainin­g raised beds, planning and preparing for the plant sales and crafts and going on outings. Come along and share your ideas.

On a Thursday morning and Friday morning and afternoon, there are keep fit classes.

Along with all of this, there is a monthly tea dance, alternatel­y on a Wednesday and Friday.

The football classics group meet monthly on a Wednesday to discuss and watch classics goals and matches, share knowledge and companions­hip and create the correct atmosphere by scoffing pies, mushy peas, and Bovril at half-time.

A spokespers­on for LDVG said: “We look forward to welcoming you back to all your groups and activities and we would like to remind you of all the options you can choose from.

“There’s lots going on and hopefully you will find something to suit your interests, as we would like to encourage new members and new volunteers to join us.”

The group’s regular services include, lunch clubs, a free handyperso­n service and the Call Line, which provides essential services in the Larkhall and district area. They also offer a transport and room hire facilities.

For more, call on 01698 888893, email ann.nisbet@ldvg.org.uk or drop in to the offices at 55 Victoria Street, Larkhall.

 ??  ?? Terrific time The organisers of Larkhall Gala Day are already planning to make 2019 bigger and better than ever
Terrific time The organisers of Larkhall Gala Day are already planning to make 2019 bigger and better than ever
 ??  ?? African day The group enjoyed this event in 2018, full of dancing and music
African day The group enjoyed this event in 2018, full of dancing and music
 ??  ?? Top team Staff and users from Larkhall and District Volunteer Group
Top team Staff and users from Larkhall and District Volunteer Group

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