CRAIGSHILL

KAREN STEWART 01506 882880 KAREN136WLC@YAHOO.CO.UK

LIBRARY

Almondbank library will be closed on December 25 and 26 and also closed on January 1 and 2 for Christmas and New Year holidays.

ST JOHN’S 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 6.307.30pm 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 6.30-9pm 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 DROP IN

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 Monday 6- 8pm in the Community Wing, Riverside Primary School, Maree Walk, Craigshill, Livingston, EH54 5BPTo find out more please contact the office on 01506 431430

CRAIGSHILL GOOD NEIGHBOUR

Craigshill Good Neighbour 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

The Community Council meets on the 2nd 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.