District News
ABERFOYLE WALK IN THE PARK
Meet behind the Scottish Wool Centre on Mondays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a one-hour walk and chat. Contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke - beverley.clarke@ lochlomond-trossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran.crumley@lochlomondtrossachs.org.
PARISH CHURCH
Unfortunately there will be no early morning service on Easter Sunday, however worship will be held at the usual time of 11.15am, when a warm welcome will be extended to all. Covid regulations have been updated with social distancing no longer required and it is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering in church. However infection rates are still high, so for the benefit of all it might be beneficial to wear a mask, which can be removed when singing. A personal choice and one where it is hoped people would use their common sense. Today (Good Friday) there will be a short service in St Mary’s Episcopal Church at 10am.
ST MARY’S SCOTTISH EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Today (Good Friday) there will be a short service at 10am. Service at 11.15am each Sunday. Visitors should book through secretary@ stmarychurchaberfoyle.org.uk whilst restrictions remain.
LODGE BAILIE NICOL JARVIE NO 1036
A regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 19 at 7.30pm, visitation by Provincial Grand Lodge of Perthshire West, FC Degree.
BALFRON DANCERCISE
Low-impact exercises and dance routines, perfect for active seniors/ beginners are held in the Mclintock Hall on Mondays at 10am. For more details and to book please contact Yasmin on 07979856837 or email yasmin@ throthegrapevine.co.uk.
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
The library outreach programme is weekly on Thursdays in the library from 10am-1pm. Contact Chris Kinnaird on 07498 925157 or by e-mail: chris. kinnaird@stirlingcab.casonline.org.uk or via www.stirlingcab.org.uk.
CHURCH
On Easter Sunday at 11.15am the service will be taken by Rev Ken Russell. Tea/coffee will be served after the service. It is recommended that a lateral flow test is taken before coming which must show a negative result and bring a mask. This also applies any person attending the church buildings. Should you require the services of a minister please contact Ian Mcvean on 01360 440016. Ukraine Appeal - you are invited to give donations of money which will be sent to The Reformed Church of Hungary.
BUCHLYVIE DANCERCISE
Low-impact exercises and dance routines, perfect for active seniors/ beginners are held in the village hall on Tuesdays at 10am. For more details and to book please contact Yasmin on 07979856837 or email yasmin@ throthegrapevine.co.uk.
CHURCH
Tonight (Friday) the Good Friday Service is at 7pm in Gartmore Church led by Rev Scott Brown. On Easter Sunday at 9am, there is an open air service at Gartmore Playing Field led by Mr Brown. Filled rolls and hot drinks will be served to those who have booked at the Black Bull. At 11.15am there will be a joint service at Buchlyvie led by Mr Brown. Any children attending are invited to bring an Easter Egg to roll. A warm welcome awaits you at any of these services. On April 20, Wednesday Group will meet in the church session room at 10.30am.
CALLANDER CALLANDER KIRK
Worship every Sunday at 11.15am led by Rev Jeff Mccormick. Everyone is welcome to join (subject to Covid restrictions). The kirk is also livestreaming the Sunday service on to the Callander Kirk Facebook page and uploading a video of the service on to the Callander Kirk Youtube channel. If you would prefer to have the service emailed to you or would like to receive a paper copy of the service, then please email Jmccormick@churchofscotland.org.uk or phone Rev Jeff Mccormick on 01877 330474. There will also be a morning walk through Callander today (Good Friday). Easter Sunday service at 11.15am. Further details from Rev Jeff Mccormick or on Facebook page.
ST ANDREW’S SCOTTISH EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Holy Communion (with music) at 9.30am on Sundays. Midweek worship on Wednesdays at 10.30am. If you would like to attend as a visitor, please use the contact page on www. standrewschurchcallander.org,uk.
WALK IN THE PARK
Meet at Ancaster Square on Tuesdays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a one-hour walk and chat. Contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke - beverley.clarke@lochlomondtrossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran. crumley@lochlomond-trossachs.org.
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
The library outreach programme is weekly on Wednesdays in the library from 10am-4pm. Contact Chris Kinnaird on 07498 925157 or by e-mail: chris. kinnaird@stirlingcab.casonline.org.uk or via www.stirlingcab.org.uk.
BOWLING CLUB
Thanks to all members and guests for making the opening day on the green an enjoyable and successful event, last Saturday. The Vice President narrowly won sufficient shots to lift the J&B Bowes Rose Bowl. This was the first time the trophy had been played for, and it was marvellous that Mrs. Beth Bowes was able to roll the first jack on the green to get us started. New Honorary President, Mrs. Marion Allan found the jack with the first bowls on the green prior to the match starting. After a 10 end match played in early April sun, it was back in to the clubhouse for some much welcomed refreshments, ably supplied by the lady caterers. If you would like to pop along to the green to give the game a try, the most advisable times are Mondays before 6.30pm or Wednesdays before 2pm. Contact Donald on 07513 488453on 07513 488453 for more details.
CROFTAMIE WALK IN THE PARK
Meet outside The Winnock Hotel in Drymen on Thursdays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a one-hour walk and chat. Contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke - beverley. clarke@lochlomond-trossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran.crumley@ lochlomond-trossachs.org.
DRYMEN WALK IN THE PARK
Meet outside The Winnock Hotel in Drymen Square on Thursdays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a onehour walk and chat. If you are interested in joining a Health Walk on resumption, please contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke - beverley.clarke@ lochlomond-trossachs.org, or Fran Crumley - fran.crumley@lochlomondtrossachs.org.
SENIOR CITIZENS’ ASSOCIATION
The next meeting is on Tuesday, April 19 at 2pm in the village hall and will be the AGM and musical entertainment. After the official business is done members will be delving into theire memory banks for “Placename that Tune”, a lighthearted musical quiz. If you’re over 60 and would like to join us for a fun afternoon, please come along. Due to the continuing challenges posed by Covid there will be an outing closer to home this year. On the afternoon of Tuesday, May 3, members will travel by car to Helensburgh for some free time around the town followed by high tea in the Commodore Hotel. If you are not going to be at the April meeting but would like to come on the outing please ring Linda on 01360 660706.
LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
The final meeting of Drymen Local History Society this session will take place on Thursday, April 28 in the village hall. Cheese and wine will be served from 7.15pm, followed by contributions by members. John Carruthers will speak about the filming at Buchanan Castle for the Abandoned Engineering TV programme, Peter Smith will demonstrate the LIDAR system (Light detection and ranging), which can be used to create 3D representations of the earth’s surface or ocean bottom, and Robert Livingstone will discuss the Barnwell Brothers from Balfron and Scottish aviation history. A brief AGM will follow the talks.
BUCHANAN ARMS BOWLING CLUB
The season begins on Saturday, April 23 at 2pm for 2.30pm, all members and anyone who may be interested in joining us will be made welcome.
GARTMORE CHURCH
Service on Palm Sunday at 10am with Rev Scott Brown. The weekly service is live online at 11.15am from Buchlyvie Church and can be accessed via the Gartmore Church website: Gartmorechurch.org. uk/services/restrictions for current safety guidelines on attending church.
INVERSNAID ABERFOYLE PARISH CHURCH
Unfortunately there will be no early morning service on Easter Sunday, however worship will be held at the usual time of 11.15am, when a warm welcome will be extended to all. Covid regulations have been updated with social distancing no longer required and it is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering in church. However infection rates are still high, so for the benefit of all it might be beneficial to wear a mask, which can be removed when singing. A personal choice and one where it is hoped people would use their common sense. Today (Good Friday) there will be a short service in St Mary’s Episcopal Church at 10am.
KILLEARN DANCERCISE
Low-impact exercises and dance routines, perfect for active seniors/ beginners are held in the village hall on Fridays at 10am. Adult jazz dance class energetic work-out for adults of all ages - is in the village hall on Thursdays at 7pm. For more details and to book please contact Yasmin on 07979856837 or email yasmin@throthegrapevine.co.uk.
KILLEARN KIRK
Today (Good Friday) Rev Stuart Sharp will take the service in Buchanan Church at 7.30pm. Hand sanitising and face coverings will be observed. Easter Sunday service at 10.30am will be led by Mr Sharp assisted by Ruth Kennedy, Probationery Minister.
COMMUNITY COUNCIL
The next meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 20 at 8pm. The meeting will be held via Zoom. Local residents who wish to participate should email contactus@killearncc.org.uk for information on how to join the meeting.
KILLIN WALK IN THE PARK
Meet at Mclaren Hall on Wednesdays at 10.20am. No need to book, just turn up for a one-hour walk and chat. If you are interested in joining a Health Walk on resumption, please contact walk coordinators for more details: Bev Clarke beverley.clarke@lochlomond-trossachs. org, or Fran Crumley - fran.crumley@ lochlomond-trossachs.org.
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
The library outreach programme is fortnightly on Tuesdays in Killin Library from 1-3pm. Contact Chris Kinnaird on 07498 925157 or by e-mail: chris. kinnaird@stirlingcab.casonline.org.uk or via www.stirlingcab.org.uk.
KINLOCHARD ABERFOYLE PARISH CHURCH
Unfortunately there will be no early morning service on Easter Sunday, however worship will be held at the usual time of 11.15am, when a warm welcome will be extended to all. Covid regulations have been updated with social distancing no longer required and it is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering in church. However infection rates are still high, so for the benefit of all it might be beneficial to wear a mask, which can be removed when singing. A personal choice and one where it is hoped people would use their common sense. Today (Good Friday) there will be a short service in St Mary’s Episcopal Church at 10am.
KIPPEN CHURCH
Tonight (April 15) at 7pm, Rev Ellen Larson Davidson will lead the Good Friday Service in Norrieston Church, Thornhill. She will also lead the service in Kippen Church on Easter Sunday at 11.15am. Kippen Church will also be open for prayer and planting of sunflower seeds between 4pm and 5pm on Sunday. Please take a lateral flow test before attending church. It is not now a legal requirement to wear a mask during the service, but it is still recommended. Please use hand sanitiser on entry and exit. Updates of interest can always be found on Facebook - Kippen and Norrieston Parish Churches of Scotland and via Google. In accordance with Church of Scotland advice, in the meantime the church will be closed and alarmed every day, including weekends.
ONLINE WORSHIP
Rev Ellen will intimate online worship by email. Meditation and prayers are also available via the phone line. (01786 585122) Rev Ellen’s contact details: Tel: 01786 871249; Email: elarsondavidson@ churchofscotland.org.uk.
LENTEN WALKS
Tomorrow (Saturday), Rev Dr Lesley Stanley will lead a walk from the Pathfoot Building in the grounds of Stirling University. Car parking is available at the Pathfoot Building. On entering the University grounds, turn immediately left and first left again.
WI NEWS
All will be welcome to the meeting in the Reading Room on Wednesday, April 20 at 7.30pm. Illustrated talk about wrought iron and metal work by Elspeth Bennie from “Two Ravens Forge”. Please bring your own cup. Visitors’ charge £3.
PORT OF MENTEITH CHURCH
Easter will be celebrated at 10am on Sunday and Rev Iain Goring will be leading the service. Everyone welcome. Please wear a mask to enter and exit