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CRAIGSHILL KAREN STEWART 01506 882880 KAREN136WLC@YAHOO.CO.UK SPARK
Spark is open again and warmly welcoming all our members back to our activities.
Singing for Health and Seated Exercise partnered with Xcite Ageing Well held on
Wednesdays from 10.30-12noon (£2.20, carers and Xcite members free). Games Afternoon is also back in our brand new gaming area on Wednesday with darts, pool, table tennis,
basketball, air hockey, table football, table tennis and almost every possible table/board game you can think of. Join us for lots of fun and laughter from 1.30-3pm (£2.50,carers free.)
The Men’s Group meets on Fridays at 10.30am. , For those looking for an hour to relax and wind down at the end of a busy week come along to Guided Meditation 9.30-10.30am.
A Computer Basics class led by volunteer IT buddies will help you to get the best use out of your mobile phone, laptop or tablet. Its free to all and we may also be able to help if you do not have access to a laptop, tablet or WiFi. Please contact Spark direct to book a space.
Unique You is a 6 week well-being course to help you discover and embrace your “Unique You”. It builds confidence, self-esteem and motivation. Classes commence February 9.
Contact Spark to book a place. £2.50 per week. Any further details required , please contact
Spark on 01506 442093. Follow us on Facebook for details of new activities and events coming soon.
CRAIGSFARM ACTIVE LISTENING AND ONE-STOP INFORMATION POINT
Sometimes we just need someone to listen, we have had a hard 2 years. Some have lost loved ones, and others have faced difficult times with their work, rising fuel bills and increasing cost of living.
At Craigsfarm Active Listening we believe everyone in the midst of hard times should have someone they can talk to – in confidence, without judgement and the freedom to determine their next step.
We ask questions to understand. We listen without interrupting, comparing, or judging. If you need people to talk to who actually listen, we have you covered. Our active listening community services work to provide a FREE and a neutral, accepting space for you. If you would like to book an appointment either face-to-face, by phone or via zoom, please contact us at: info@craigsfarm.org.uk.
MINDFULNESS, RELAXATION AND STRESS-MANAGEMENT
The second of our well-being courses is our mindfulness, relaxation and stress-management for women course being held in Craigs Farm. Take time for yourself, with others who feel the same. Learn techniques for mindfulness, relaxation and stress management in a welcoming
group environment. This 6 week course will begin on Thursday February 24 and run until March 31. Sessions will take place on Thursdays from 6.30- 8:30pm.
Another well-being course taking place soon is the mindful writing course. Using mindful exercises, playful writing reflections and group feedback, you will learn the benefits of writing regularly.
Openness is encouraged but you can share as much or as little as you’re comfortable with.
This course will begin on Tuesday March 15 and run until April 5. Classes will take place on Tuesdays from 10:3012:30pm at Craigsfarm.
If you would like more information or have any queries, you can contact us at info@craigsfarm.org.uk.
DOG FRIENDLY PLACE
Craigsfarm is dog-friendly building .If you’ve been around the building you’ve probably seen our hardworking fourlegged employees Fixe, Sofie or Neva around .It’s not just staff dogs that are welcome, if you have a waggy-tailed friend you’d like to bring around to Craigsfarm while you stop in to our café for a cuppa or something to eat, you’re more than welcome!
There’s multiple patches of grass around in case they need a toilet break or a run around, doggy bags and water bowls will be available in the café too. Please keep your dog(s) on their leash and with you at all times, this is for their own safety as well as the safety of other dogs and people.
If your dog requires a muzzle, please make sure your dog is wearing it upon arrival to our premises.
Any “accidents” are strictly the owner’s responsibility and must be cleaned up.
DAISY DROP IN
The Centre is now up and running after the recent building work.
MINDFULNESS CLASSES FOR KIDS
Mindfulness Classes for Kids for ages 8-13 years of age are held in Craigs Farm. They are great for helping kids develop skills to aid in their own mental and emotional well-being.
They are held on Tuesdays at 4.30pm.
MEDITATION
A Meditation 6 week course started today (Thursday) and will run until March 10. Classes will take place on Thursdays at 1—2.30pm at Craigsfarm. If you’d like more information, you can contact info@ craigsfarm.org.uk
CRAIGSFARM COMMUNITY HUB
Community Wellbeing and Resilience Programme, Craigsfarm.
The pandemic has brought to our attention the importance of taking care of our mental wellbeing and dealing with and managing stress and anxiety. Therefore, through the new 2022 Community Wellbeing and Resilience Programme we are happy to bring to you the following workshops and courses: Yoga - additional Tuesday Class, Active Listening - a space to share whatever is on. your mind, One-Stop Information, Signposting and Support Service
KIRKNEWTON KAREN STEWART 01506 882880 KAREN136WLC@YAHOO.CO.UK MILITARY MUSEUM SCOTLAND, LINBURN
The museums’ winter opening hours are Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10-3pm this will continue until March.
We are slowly getting back to normal now. Lots happening and schools are starting to make a come back.
The Veterans Hub is here and is a place for veterans to visit and feel safe in familiar surroundings, and meet other veterans.
Part of what we do is set up and operate various clubs/groups for veterans. All of which helps veterans in more ways than you can imagine.
All these individual groups do however need help and funding. If you can
help in any way, please get in touch at milmussco@yahoo.com
Covid did put a spanner in the works, but we are still here and fighting on. We recently formed Military Museum Scotland Veterans Model Club, 15 veterans already signed up. We meet at 12 noon on the last Sunday of the month, after the breakfast club.
During lockdown we set up MMS Veterans Metal Detecting group. We have reformed but also added to metal detecting is magnet fishing.
If you are a veteran and keen to get involved in metal detecting and/or magnet fishing, this is the place to be. We will meet at Military Museum Scotland on the last Thursday of the month starting on February 24 at 09.30am at Military Museum Scotland. .
SINGERGIE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Singergie is a totally free, singing for fun choir, held on Friday mornings and / or Monday evenings.
No auditions, no egos, no cliques, just fun with great songs and good company. We look forward to welcoming back our old members, and meeting new members. Remember to dress warmly as we’ll be keeping the room well ventilated in line with Covid measures.
The choir is held every Friday from 10– 12noon at East Bowling Club, Langton Road East Calder and Monday from 79pm at The Village, Oakbank Road, East Calder. You need not attend both sessions and we look forward to welcoming you.
KIRKNEWTON CHURCH HALL
The hall is available to rent either for long term leases or for one-off events. Cost is £15 per hour. Contact Andrew Coutts at andrew_d_coutts@btinternet. com.
DEDRIDGE LITTER
Between October and December last year 66 local Dedridge residents volunteered for the four main litterpicks carried out in the area.
This resulted in 97 bags of litter being collected along with other items including trollies, bikes, tyres, signage, bed ends and carpets, mostly dumped by other Dedridge residents.
The accumulative total of volunteer hours spent litter picking was a hugely impressive 2739 hours equating to 73 full time working weeks for 1 worker. This along with the many individuals who carry out litter picking within the area has greatly enhanced the look of the area and made it safer for adults, children and wildlife.
NEIL’S HUGS FOUNDATION
run a Women’s support group at Crofthead Farm Centre on Monday evenings from 6.30- 8.30pm. The group is run on an informal and friendly basis and all interested are welcome along.
Dedridge Baptist Church at Quentin Rise is holding a service of worship this Sunday
February 6 starting at 11am. Worshipers can choose to either attend in person or
watch the service online.
CROFTHEAD PLAYGROUP
based at Crofthead Farm cater for children from 2-5 years of age. The Playgroup runs Monday to Thursday from 9.15-1130am and offers a programme of fun, play and learning in a safe environment. For further information or application forms please call 07904 623123.
THE LIVINGSTON SPIRITUALIST CHURCH
next meet in the Steading at Crofthead Farm on Wednesday February 2 starting at 7pm. All interested are welcome to attend.
WEST LOTHIAN BIKE LIBRARY
based at Crofthead have a large selection of refurbished bicycles to suit all age groups for sale at very reasonable prices. The project is open Monday to Friday 9am – 1pm.
LANTHORN COMMUNITY FOOD SHOP
based at Crofthead Farm is open Monday and Wednesdays 1030am12.30pm and on Tuesday evenings from 5-7pm. Bags of food costing a very reasonable £3 are on sale with the contents varying each day depending on what has been delivered. Sanitary items are available free of charge along with free pet food for cats and dogs.
Nappies and baby milk is available at reduced costs. Please note that the project is for the local community and no
referrals are required, just drop in during opening hours.