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BELLSQUARRY MURIESTON YVONNE GREEN 01506 440881 MURIESTON COMMUNITY GARDEN
next planned event is on Sunday 1st May 2-4pm - a volunteer afternoon to help with digging, building and planting. The group are trying to dig a strip in front of the inner fence to plant climbers up it so it looks more interesting while they get on with building raised beds in the back garden. Donations of climbing plants such as clematis, honeysuckle, or jasmine would be much appreciated. If you would like to be involved or make a donation , please fill out the form at https://www. murieston-cg.org.uk/contact
LIVINGSTON CRICKET CLUB
upcoming social events. Please see club’s social Facebook page for further details and to book:Quiz night, 29 April 2022 from 19:00 to 23:00 . Maximum 4 to a table cost £1 per player.
Quiz Night, 27 May 2022 from 19:00 to 23:00 .Maximum 4 to table cost £1 per player
06 June 2022 from 12:00 to 18:00 Garden Party celebrating 40 years of Livingston Cricket Club.
A Book Club will start meeting in Livingston Cricket Club on 3rd May and will thereafter meet on the first Tuesday of the month from 6-7pm. Please see the Club’s Social page for further details.
Sonshine Hollistic Yoga are excited to be collaborating with Livingston Cricket Club to bring you this new class. Starting on 4th May, the class will be held on Wednesdays from 6.15pm – 7.15pm. See the Clubs social page for further details and to book.
MURIESTON PHOTOGRAPHIC GROUP
is based at Livingston Cricket Club and meet on the first Wednesday of the month from 7-9. All welcome and any levels. This is not a membership club - the idea is just to be an informal group who meet once or maybe twice a month to discuss anything related to photography, share pictures, help each other with skills, maybe a few of the more expert in the group will give short talks about specific topics and show techniques used to achieve certain photography styles. No fee, other than being a member of the Cricket Club Social (just £5/year). For further details please see the groups Facebook page or contact Jenny on 07909645084 or email jenny. anderson@talktalk.net
BOWLING CLUB
Fancy joining Bankton Mains Bowling Club? If you would like to come along to the Club and have a look, please feel free anytime during the season. You will find the club busy most mornings, afternoon or evenings.
Bankton Mains Bowling Club member fees are due. Full membership £110, Concession membership £55 and Junior membership £5.00.
Alternatively, if you can’t attend the club, you can renew online, pay by cheque, or bank transfer. http://www. banktonmains.co.uk/membership.aspx.
All memberships should be paid by the 31 March 2022. Any cheques and completed competition forms can be put through the letter-box at the club.
Angela Constance MSP is urging the people of Almond Valley and across West Lothian to play their part in planning for future services across West Lothian by completing the Scottish census.
Speaking ahead of the May 1 deadline for completing the census, Ms Constance said:“The census benefits everyone
DEMENTIA
Do you know someone with dementia? If so please contact them re a Music 4 U group held on the third Wednesday of each month in Carmondean United Parish Church, Fells Rigg, Livingston. Afternoon tea, musical activities and fellowship can be enjoyed with other people in a similar position; we do ask that a carer comes along as well. Volunteers are trained in dementia and skilled in music. There is no charge - only fun and stimulation geared to the needs of the person with dementia. The group meet from 2 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. all welcome. Contact Nancy on 419904 for more information.
MURIESTON ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP
MEG are looking for committee members as well as volunteers to help out in and around our community. “Unfortunately due to personal circumstances we have lost a couple of committee members over the last two years. As such we are now looking to gain a few new members, young or old.
If you have time to spare every now and then for a meeting/event and maybe have some ideas you’d like to put into action we’d love to hear from you!
So if you’re keen to get a bit more involved in the community and have a love for the outdoors send us a message!” Also ‘like’ their Facebook page to get additional info about the trail and volunteer days which might be of interest.
MURIESTON PARENT AND TODDLERS
Murieston Parent and Toddlers meets in Murieston Village Hall. For further information see Livingston South Community Church Facebook page. because it helps the government and other service providers like local councils make important decisions about vital services such as education, healthcare and employment. Completing the census helps officials make better decisions about the things that matter to you.
“By setting aside just a few minutes to
ARMADALE
GRACE HARRIS HARRISG14@GMAIL COM
ARMADALE PARISH CHURCH
In person Sunday worship has resumed at 11am and no booking is necessary now. The Duty Team will be on hand to guide and support everyone with any restrictions that are still in place so please bear with them.
Services will also take place on line. All will be warmly welcomed.
HARMONY DANCE CLUB
The club meet in Armadale Partnership Centre on a Tuesday afternoon from 1.30pm-3.30pm and restart again after their festive break on Tuesday 11 January 2022 when all existing and new members will be made most welcome.
ARMADALE BOWLING CLUB
Bingo takes place in the club on Wednesdays at 8pm and Saturdays at 7.30pm. The treasure chest draw takes place on Saturday evenings.
THRIFT SHOP
In Armadale Church Hall is now open again after many months of closure due to the Covid pandemic.
The Thrift Shop is open from 10am – 12 noon so why not come along and browse and pick up a bargain and have a cup mof tea and a blether. Everyone will be warmly welcomed.
ARMADALE COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Meet in Armadale Community Centre at 7pm on the second Thursday of the month. answer questions about yourself, your household, and the place where you live, you play a vital role in helping shape important community services in West Lothian, from the building of new schools and hospitals to improving transport links and understanding health needs.”
If you are interested in the community, becoming a member of the community council or would just like more information why not come along or call 07801792917.
CREDIT UNION
Are situated in Armadale Community Centre on Wednesday’s from 9.15am – 10.00 am and will continue to be in the Community Centre on a weekly basis. Posters are on display in Armadale Community Centre.
The Credit Union are also in attendance at The Dale Hub on Wednesdays from 10am – 11am.
DEDRIDGE
MIKE DUNCAN MDUNCANDEDRIDGE@HOTMAIL.COM
THE 1 ST LIVINGSTON GIRLS BRIGADE
meet at Dedridge Primary school every Wednesday evening from 6.30-7.30pm The Brigade caters for girls in the P1 to P6 age group and offers a range of fun activities. Admission cost £1 per week and new attenders will be made most welcome.
LIVINGSTON SPIRITUALIST CHURCH
next meet in the Steading at Crofthead Farm on Wednesday May 4 starting at 7pm. There is a guest speaker each week and all interested are welcome to attend.
RAMPAGING ROOKS JUNIOR CHESS CLUB
meet in the Café at Crofthead Farm every Monday evening from 5.30-7pm. The Club caters for those of primary school age and for all abilities.
LANTHORN TODDLERS
meet at Bankton Scout Hall from 10am to 12 noon. At the Scout Hall.
No need to book, just drop in.
THE 23 RD LIVINGSTON RAINBOW GIRL GUIDES
meet at Crofthead Farm Community Centre on Tuesday evenings from 6-7pm. The group caters for the 5-7 year old age group and offer a wide range of activities.
Dedridge Baptist Church at Quentin Rise is holding a service of worship this Sunday May 1 starting at 11am.
LANTHORN COMMUNITY FOOD SHOP
at Crofthead Farm has an increased product range and now offers fresh mixed fruit and vegetables . Gluten free foods are also stocked. Cleaning products, nappies, baby milk and pet food are available to. The shop is open on Mondays and Wednesday’s 9am-12.30pm and on Monday and Tuesday evenings from 5-7pm.
LIVINGSTON SOUTH COMMUNITY CHURCH
is holding it service of worship at Murieston Village Hall this Sunday commencing 10am. All interested are most welcome to attend.
WEST CALDER
LORNA GRAHAM CLOVENFORD@YAHOO.CO.UK
LIMEFIELD UF CHURCH
Weekly services every Sunday at 11am, all welcome. Why not come along to our table top sale on Saturday 30th April, 10am – 2pm. Tea and coffee available. Sell your unwanted goods, clothes, brica-brack, crafts etc. Tables available to hire for £10. Contact 01506 872968 or 01506 412159
WEST KIRK OF CALDER & POLBETH HARWOOD CHURCH.
Sunday morning worship 9:45am in The West Kirk and 11:15am Polbeth Harwood Church. Weekly Sunday/JAM clubs welcome all children and the Bible class meet the first Sunday in the month at the West Kirk. All children’s groups meet first in the church at the same time as the Sunday service. For all up to date information please check out our Church website: west-kirk-polbeth-harwood. co.uk for our weekly Sunday video service for all ages. OR Should you not have internet you can listen to a recording of our service in the comfort of your own home by calling: 01506 286 884
THE WEST KIRK CHURCH HALL
Looking to book a hall? We have some availability for daytime and evening bookings at competitive rates. For more information contact: Stewart Munro stewart88.munro@sky.com
CALDER KIDS
For babies, toddlers and their carers. A friendly group meet in the West Kirk church hall on Wednesday mornings from 9:30- 11am. £1 for adults includes a cuppa & biscuit and 50p for snack for toddler age kids. All welcome.