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WHITBURN PAUL GAVIN PAULGAVIN.COURIER@GMAIL.COM FELT SEWING WITH IRENE
Fancy trying something new? Sign up for our 3 week sewing class.Pop along and create something to take home with you. Have a cup of tea and a good chat.
If interested, pop into Whitburn Community Fridge to register and find out all the information. 57 West Main Street,
POLKEMMET COUNTRY PARKRUN
Are still looking for volunteers in a variety of roles including Photographers. If you can help, then please email polkemmetcountry@parkrun.com with your name and barcode number. If you can help in future weeks, the current roster is viewable at this link -https://www.parkrun.org.uk/ polkemmetcountry/futureroster/
WHITBURN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TRUST
Are delighted to be awarded £2,500 from Arnold Clark Community Fund towards our Community Fridge and Larder.
The Community Fridge and Larder provides support to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity and food poverty.
Since late July 2020 to mid December 2021, we have registered 539 users, supporting 1,279 individuals, recorded over 9,400 visits, and distributed over 37 tonnes of food and essentials.
A huge thank you to the Arnold Clark Community Fund for their support.
Thank you once again to Co-op Newhouse for a large donation of crisps. Also thank you to Co-op Whitburn for their continued support ensuring we can receive large donations like this. Fancy picking up a packet?
COMMUNITY FRIDGE
Anyone can register! Pop in weekdays between 10-12noon or Thursdays between 5-7pm. Together we can do our bit to reduce food going to landfill Whitburn Community Fridge has a number of vegetable soup packs available this week.
Everything you need to make a lovely bowl of soup to warm up on a day like today.
Everyone welcome, Open weekdays 10-12noon.
Except Thursday when we are open 5-7pm only. Together we can reduce food waste. If you would be interested in volunteering and supporting the project contact David at david@ whitburncdt.org.uk or call 01501 748708
WHITBURN COMMUNITY GARDEN
Volunteers have started painting their shipping container.
They have a few design ideas and will be looking to get your opinion, so look out for a poll in the coming days on the facebook page.
Help is still needed painting it too, so if you could volunteer your time then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with David at David@whitburncdt.org.uk or call on 01501 748708.
Sessions are Monday and Thursday afternoons 1pm to 4pm.
FRIENDS OF POLKEMMET SESSIONS
We’re pleased to announce that the 2022 Friends of Polkemmet Sessions are starting.
The second Friends of Polkemmet session of 2022 will be held on Sunday 27th February from 10am-12pm, where we will be carrying out some vegetation removal around the pond area. The meeting point is outside the Ranger Office.
All ages are welcome (but under 16s must be accompanied by an adult). All tools and equipment needed will be provided and safe COVID practices followed. If you have any questions, please contact Bronwen.Winter@ westlothian.gov.uk
CRAIGSHILL KAREN STEWART 01506 882880 KAREN136WLC@YAHOO.CO.UK SPARK
Spark is open again and warmly welcoming all our members back to our activities.
Seated Exercise began at Spark last week. It’s a great wee workout and an effective way to help you stay physically active, and all you need is a chair. Lowimpact chair exercises help increase movement while keeping pressure off your joints. It is held every Tuesday from
1.30-2.30pm. All are welcome £2.20pp Carers and Xcite members go free.
The Men’s Group meets on Fridays from 10.30-12.30pm Join us for pool, table tennis, darts, dominoes, cards, talks, quiz, games and banter. £2.50 includes a free cuppa and biscuit (or a slice of banoffee pie!) . Contact 01506 442093 for further details.
Xcite Ageing Well Singalong is held from 10.30--12pm on Wednesdays. Carers and Xcite Members free.
We also have Games Afternoons including pool, darts, air hockey, table tennis and lots of board games to choose from. Join in 1.30 - 3pm. £2.50pp carers free. £2.20pp.
DAISY PLAYGROUP
Just to make parents/ carers aware that from February 16, there will be a £10 administration fee (non refundable) Payable before your child’s start date this can be paid along with enrolment form. If you have any questions please speak to a member of staff.
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 FORGET ME NOT CAFE
If you or a family member has had a diagnosis of dementia or memory issues then please join
us at the café for an informal and friendly social group withr a cuppa and blether. Please note
that due to current circumstances, booking is essential. The cafe opens on the last Thursday
of every month from 10-12noon in East Calder Church Hall. Please contact Alzheimer Scotland on 01506 533108 to book.
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.
FORGET ME NOT CAFE
If you or a family member has had a diagnosis of dementia or memory issues then please join
us at the cafe this morning (Thursday) fromt 10-12 noon in East Calder Church hall for an informal and friendly social group with r a cuppa and blether. Please note that due to current circumstances, booking is essential. The cafe opens on the last Thursday of every month.
Please contact Alzheimer Scotland on 01506 533108 to book.
COMMUNITY LOTTERY
If you are passing the shop please consider buying a ticket to support local groups. Also your
weekly reminder that if you or anyone you know is struggling then please drop us a message.
KIRKNEWTON GALA
Would you like to be involved in Gala 2022? We are looking for new committee members to join this year. If you would like to be involved, check out our Facebook page and message us for more details
SENIORS ACTIVITY HUB
Every Thursday morning the Green room will be transformed into a Seniors Activity Hub.
Come in, relax and enjoy a coffee and cake, pop in and say hi or stay and enjoy some relaxed
activities anytime between 9.3012.30pm. If you have a senior neighbour, tap on their door
and invite them to come on in (if they need support getting here, let us know.