Craigshill
Karen Stewart Karen Stewart 01506 882880 or email karen136wlc@yahoo.co.uk
YAP West Lothian Youth Action Project are holding their annual AGM on Tuesday 13th November, 6pm - 8pm in the Riverside Youth Wing, Maree Walk, Craigshill. All are welcome.
Library The Graphic Novel group meets today (Thursday) from 4:30– 6pm, the Kids Craft Club on Friday November 2 from 2– 3pm and the Lego Club on Saturday November 3 from 10 – 11am.
Autumn Fayre Livingston United Parish Church are holding an Autumn Fayre at Carmondean Community Centre (Nether Dechmont) on Saturday November 3. The Fayre will run from 1-4pm with refreshments (including lunch) available from 12.30pm. There will be a large selection of church and community stalls to browse. Everyone welcome.
St John’s Project PCAP (Preventing Crisis Advice Project). The aim of the project is to reduce levels of worry and distress to patients who are suddenly/unexpectedly admitted to St John’s Hospital, Livingston. Working in close partnership with West Lothian Council and NHS Lothian patients will be able to access relevant, tailored advice, information and advocacy regardless of their health condition or circumstances of their admittance. The project provides free, independent and confidential advice, information and advocacy services to patients of St John’s. Referrals can be made through the Citizens Advice bureau West Lothian on 01506 444814 and the Advice Shop on 01506 283000 or at the St John’s information desk at the main reception where a self-referral box is located.
Beaver Scout Group We currently have spaces for both boys and girls aged between 6 and 8 years old. Meetings take place on Wednesday evenings from 6.30- 7.30pm in Toronto Primary School and we offer a wide range of fun games, crafts, outings, friendship and a chance to learn and try new things. Simply come along on a Wednesday night or call Gavin or Louise on 01501 773519 if you need more information.
YAP Music Club West Lothian Youth Action Project (Yap Music Club) meets on Tuesday Nights from 6.309pm in Riverside Community Wing, Maree Walk, Craigshill. 50p Entry. This Music Club is for 12- 21 year olds with an interest in making music. All equipment supplied and bring along your guitar for jamming/rehearsal/ tuition. Tuition offered and refreshments available. Contact Gordon Balfour gordon@wlyap or 01506431430 for more info. Craigshill’s Drop-in is a new club based at the community wing in Riverside. The club offers various activities for young people from the age of 12 to 21 years providing pool, music, Xbox as well as advice and support. Drop-in times are Mondays 6- 8pm in the Community Wing, Riverside Primary School, Maree Walk, Craigshill, Livingston, EH54 5BP. To find out more please contact the office on 01506 431430. West Lothian Financial Inclusion Network Craigshill SWI Our Money magic courses have been updated to adapt to requests made from previous participants. We can now offer a range of financial choices in half hour sessions. Contact our very own Financial Literacy officer, Ian McIntosh for more information. Our objective is to have FUN helping people to be confident in managing their personal and household finances. For further information,
please contact Ian on 01501 771775 or email at ian@wlfin.org.uk. We are always looking for new volunteers to join our organisation. If you have any free hours available, please contact Fiona on 01501 771775 or email fionar@wlfin.org.uk Craigshill Good Neighbour net
work runs the following activities on these weekdays in The Craigshill Good Neighbour Network, The Mall on 01506 442093. Please note all are welcome, but please phone and book for the Craft Group as places are limited. The cost includes a refreshment. Pins & Needles knitting and sewing (BYO) meets on Mondays from 10.30am – 12, cost £1.50 . “The Lunch Club” with a 3 course meal plus activities meets on Tuesdays from 12-3pm, cost £5 for lunch and afternoon refreshment. “Singing for Health” meets on Wednesdays from 10.30am-12, cost £1.20. “Indoor Bowls” meets on a Wednesday from 1pm-2.30pm, cost £1.50. “Craft Group” meets on Thursdays from 10.30am-12, cost £1.50. “Mix n’ Match Indoor Games” (pool, darts, boules etc) meets on Thursdays from 2pm-3pm, cost £1.50 and the “Mens Group” meets on Fridays from 10.30am-12.30pm, cost £2 which includes refreshment and light lunch. Craigshill Community Council meets on the second Wednesday in the month, except January and July, at 7.15pm at the Almondbank Centre. The office-bearers are Ian Buchanan (Chair), Wilma Pincott (Vice Chair), Rose McAulay (Secretary), David Gilmour (Treasurer) and Craig Hume (Planning Secretary). Other members are Avis McDonald and Ian MacLachlan. Ian can be contacted by email on buchanan.ian@sky.com.
Help with Pregnancy Are You pregnant or have a young family? The Citizens Advice Bureau Prevention Intervention Money Advice Project (PIMAP) at Almond bank, Craigshill, Livingston offer free, independent and impartial advice to pregnant mothers and young families on a
wide range of issues such as money problems, benefit entitlements, maternity pay, housing issues, legal issues etc. We want to help maximise your income by providing advice and help to meet your needs and circumstances. We offer an outreach service in your area - please call to make an appointment on 01506 444814 or email your enquiries to pimap@ cabwestlothian.casonline.org.uk Help For Pregnant and Young
Families Based at the Citizens Advice Bureau Almond bank Craigshill Livingston we are the Prevention Intervention Money Advice Project team (PIMAP). We offer free, independent and impartial advice to pregnant mothers and young families on a wide range of issues such as money problems, benefit entitlements, maternity pay, housing issues, legal issues etc. We want to help maximise your income by providing advice and help using tailored information services to suit your needs and circumstances. Our trained advisors are waiting to help with any issue you may have. Our services are available throughout West Lothian either at the office or at many outreaches for easier access. If you think you would benefit from our help please call to make an appointment convenient to you on 01506444814/07718003644 or email your enquiries to Pimap@ cabwestlothian.casonline.org.uk
Dance Class Take some time just for you. Get lost in the music and put your cares to one side. Join this inclusive and welcoming contemporary dance class for women aged 40 and above. Meet new friends and discover how wonderful you can feel. Classes will run every week except during school holidays, at Craigswood Leisure Centre, Livingston from 4-5pm. Please wear comfortable clothing. £1 donation per class. Can’t come but want to know more? For days and times call: Joanne – 07521 358 239 or generationarts.coordinator@gmail. com Jidel Judo 93 have classes on a Monday and Friday at Excite at Craigswood Sports Centre. Jidel is a family run and orientated club. It welcomes new members, you are very welcome to go along and give judo a try. They have classes and pathways for all ages and abilities. Give them a call as they have some very good initiatives for new players. For further information or advice, contact Jo on 07411722240. email. jo@jideljudo93.com, visit Jidel Judo 93 website www.jideljudo93. com and Facebook.. Little Angels For 0- 5 Years This mum and tots group is run under Livingston Pentecostal Church but we meet in the Masonic Hall in Craigshill, every Thursday from 9.3011.30am, term time only. For further information tel Merete Lawson on 01506 438283. All welcome.
Cricket Livingston Cricket Club run indoor practices for 5-13 year olds from 6-8pm on a Wednesday. Practices are held at Deans High School Livingston and cost £3 per practice. For more information contact Mark at mark.gray@livingstoncricketclub. co.uk or 07419211440
Volunteer Drivers are needed to assist older people in the Livingston area to attend local groups in West Lothian. The Cyrenians Befriending Service help alleviate loneliness and isolation in older people. Befriending is delivered by volunteers and we urgently need volunteer drivers who can spare a few hours a month. Mileage costs are reimbursed at 45p per mile. If you would like to help please contact Kathryn or Lorna on 01506 815815 or email befriendingWL@ cyrenians.scot for more information.
Access2Employment is based in Almondbank Centre supporting the individual so that they are equipped with employability skills that meet the needs of employers, recognising that one size does not fit all. Advisers help people to develop confidence, compile or advise on preparing CVs, provide interview guidance, assist with the completion of application forms and provide overall employability support. Access2employment also deals with people who are under threat of redundancy to help move them into a new job as quickly as possible. For more information, freephone 0800 032 9768. Gamblers Anonymous The West Lothian Gamblers Anonymous group meets every Thursday in Riverside Primary School from 7.30-9.30pm. For details phone 0870 0508881.
Dance Classes Intro to Street dance classes for 5 to 8 year olds are held in Craigs Farm, Craigshill, every Wednesday from 5-6pm. A Monday contemporary/jazz class for 8 to 16 year olds runs from 6-7.30pm. Contact 07554323737 for more detail.
Letham Bowling Club We have a function hall which is available for hire. We also have a weekly poker night on Fridays all welcome. New bowling members always welcome, anyone interested can contact 01506 433831 or e-mail lethambowling@ mail.com West Lothian Rhythmic Gymnastics Club The Club which is based in Craigwillow Centre, Craigshill have spaces available on a Monday and Wednesday for ages 5-18 years old. If interested in joining contact Liz McNeill 01506 434789 / 07710 472213 or via email lizmcneill@tiscali.co.uk.
Credit Union local voluntary organisation, West Lothian Credit Union encourages savings, and offers affordable loans to everyone living or working in West Lothian. Online banking available. The Shop opposite Primark in The Centre, Livingston, is open 9-5 Monday to Friday, and 10-12 on a Saturday, telephone 01506 436666, or visit the website on www. westlothiancreditunion.co.uk for more information. E mail address is info@westlothiancreditunion.co.uk.