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WEST CALDER LORNA GRAHAM PARKHEAD GALA DAY
The spring draw winners were Rebecca Bradbury, Georgia Lammie, Lucas Hart and Lucy Russell. Parkhead children’s Gala is on Saturday 4th June. Crowning ceremony is at 11:30am. Come along and join the fun in your local community
PLATINUM JUBILEE CELEBRATION
We extend a warm and open invitation to everyone to join us at the West Kirk of Calder on June 5th at 10 am for a special united service to celebrate our Queens Platinum Jubilee. Bring along your own picnic to the service then join us in the grounds for a Big Jubilee lunch, we will provide the tea and coffee and some light entertainment, there will also be games and crafts for the young at heart!
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.
MID CALDER
YVONNE GREEN
01506 440881 YVONNEGREEN55@GMAIL.COM.
THE KIRK OF CALDER TUESDAY CAFE IS BACK
Come along and enjoy a cuppa and a blether in the Glenalmond Hall on a Tuesday morning between 10.00am and 12.00noon. We have missed you all..
MID CALDER GALA WEEK
will run from Sunday 29th May to Saturday 4th June and the theme is Lockdown Heroes. Gala Programmes giving full details are being delivered free to each Mid Calder house. The week begins with FUN SUNDAY
On 29th May in Gala Park. 1pm Football Tournament ages 5 - 15 inclusive
Registration from 1pm. 2pm - Duck Race at the bridge across the river, over
Local Linlithgow Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop, led a Member’s Debate in CPaarlpiatmioentitnomhearrkethe 200th Anniversary of the Union Canal and to celebrate its economic, environmental and social contribution and value.
During her speech Fiona also recognised the hard work and
the road from the Gala Park. Duck Race Sheets, to purchase your numbered duck, are available from designated outlets in the village, owner of the first duck to cross the line wins £25. From 2.15pm: Sean Davidson Memorial Tug-Of-War, Fancy Dress, Pet Show, Crossbar Challenge. Featuring:
Cool Creatures and Birds Of Prey. Also in the park: Ice Cream Van , Juggling, Games, Tae Kwon Do Display, Hot Food & Refreshments, Stalls, Bouncy Castle
Fairground Games. A full week of events follow: Monday 30th May- Mini Marathon & Penalty Kicks, Gala Park 6.30pm, Boys/Girls 7-11yrs, 12-15yrs
Tuesday 31st May, Basketball Shoot, Gala Park 6.30pm, Boys/Girls 7-11yrs, 12-15yrs. 1 Mile Trophy Race, Gala Park 6.30pm, Boys/Girls, 12-15yrs, 1st £15, 2nd £10, 3rd £5. Wednesday 1st June, Teddy Bears Picnic, Ages 4-5yrs only
Institute Hall 6.00pm. Jak Trueman Trophy, Gala Park 6.00pm, Inter-Schools 7-a-side Football Tournament. Thursday 2nd June, Girls Pamper Night, Institute Hall 6.00- 8pm, £4per ticket. Gala Quiz, Masonic Hall 7pm for 7.30pm, over 18s only, £10 per team of four, to book a table email midcaldergala@gmail. com. Friday 3rd June, Crowning of Gala Queen, Gala Park 6.30pm, Includes Gala Entertainment. Saturday 4th June, Gala Day,
Grand Gala Parade, 1.00pm Leaves from South Lodge Avenue followed by Gala races. Gala Bags will be distributed in the park immediately after the Parade.
Gala Sports will be held all afternoon. Gala Goody Bags can be purchased in the park after the parade- £2 per bag.
Gala Committee has decided this year for the kids Races, to ask any Mid Calder Business or resident, if they would like to sponsor one of the races. There are 14 races in total on the day of the gala. Donations for each race would be welcome and you can affix a banner to commitment of the Linlithgow Union Canal Society (LUCS) staff and volunteers (pictured) over the years and highlighted the impressive Marina to be built as part of the £1bn Winchburgh Development.
Speaking after the debate Fiona said:“I was delighted to secure a Members Debate celebrating not just the 200th
the fence on gala Saturday as advertising. What a fantastic opportunity to give the kids something back and to help our wee gala. Please Pm Lorraine Farmer if you would like to help.”
The Gala Committee will have a home baking stall during Fun Sunday (29th May). If any of the fantastic bakers in the village would be able to donate an item for the stall, they would be very grateful. All monies raised will be for Mid Calder Gala funds. Any items can be handed in on Fun Sunday or PM Lynn Nelson for advice.
A UKRAINE REFUGEE FUNDRAISING CONCERT
will be held in the Kirk of Calder on Friday 10 June at 7.30pm, featuring Highlights Choir and West Calder Brass Band. Come along and enjoy an evening of light and entertaining music. For tickets £5, refreshments included, contact john. rankine @lineone.net/ or tickets at the door on the night.
GALA COMMITTEE
have decided this year for the kids Races, to ask any Mid Calder Business or resident, if they would like to sponsor one of the races. There are 14 races in total on the day of the gala. Donations for each race would be welcome and you can affix a banner to the fence on gala Saturday as advertising. What a fantastic opportunity to give the kids something back and to help our wee gala. Please Pm Lorraine Farmer if you would like to help.”
The Gala Committee will have a home baking stall during Fun Sunday (29th May). If any of the fantastic bakers in the village would be able to donate an item for the stall, they would be very grateful. All monies raised will be for Mid Calder Gala funds. Any items can be handed in on Fun Sunday or PM Lynn Nelson for advice.
A UKRAINE REFUGEE FUND RAISING
anniversary of the Union Canal but also the hundreds of staff, volunteers and members of the public who have championed the Canal and contributed to its accessibility and maintenance over the years.”
CONCERT
will be held in the Kirk of Calder on Friday 10 June at 7.30pm, featuring Highlights Choir and West Calder Brass Band. Come along and enjoy an evening of light and entertaining music. For tickets £5, refreshments included, contact john. rankine @lineone.net/ or tickets at the door on the night.
MID CALDER BABY AND TODDLER GROUP
meets in the Institute Hall on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9am to 11.30pm. Cost of a session is £1 for under 1’s and £2 for 1 and over. Older children will be given a snack and there is tea/ coffee available for adults. It is up to the parents to set up and then put away toys and make sure the hall is left clean and tidy. For further information and to ask any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch via the group’s Facebook page.
CHORAL HIGHLIGHTS CHOIR
meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm in the the Kirk of Calder. Their music consists of a wide range of material from musicals, traditional, pop and much much more. If you would like more information or to join, please get in touch with John Rankine on 01506 880029.
BROXBURN JANET COOPER TEL 01506 855832 JANETC13@HOTMAIL.COM BROXBURN & UPHALL GROWERS SOCIETY
Community Garden Grand Opening. Why not come along and join us? See the progress we have made. Sample the tea, coffee and cakes whilst thinking of getting involved. This Saturday, May 28 10am-12noon at Strathbrock Community Centre EH52 5LH. Learning to grow food together.
WEST LOTHIAN ARMED FORCES DAY
In a joint venture, WL AFD and RBLS Livingston Branch, are planning a Parade to celebrate HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
This will take place on the afternoon of Sunday, May 29 2022.
The Parade will leave Broxburn Academy at 14:00 and head to the War Memorial, outside the Strathbrock Partnership Centre for a short Service.
The Service will include trees being planted as part of HM The Queen’s Green Canopy initiative.
We are expecting Parade participants to include Military representatives, Veterans and Cadet Forces.
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2010S FOOTBALL TRIALISTS -
Broxburn Colts, Broxburn Atheltic, Broxburn Badgers
The three 2010s football teams for Broxburn are looking for trialists to help bolster squads for now and next seasons 11 aside leagues.
This is a fabulous football community to be part of where kids will learn football skills, social skills and life skills. Any interest contact Graeme Kelly on 07809254520 or comment on their Facebook page.
Training is on a Monday 6pm-7pm and Wednesday 7pm to 8.30pm at Albion Park Broxburn.
LIGHTHOUSE BABY & TODDLER GROUP
This new group is now in place, 9 noon, at Broxburn Baptist Church! All welcome. We aim to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere to aid Parents, Grandparents, Carers and Child-minders in caring for and entertaining the wee ones in their care. This group is new and we are interested in suggestions to help its evolution and growth. We will be following the Scottish Governments’s Guidance regarding Covid
BUMBLEBEE SPORTS
All Classes have now started (classes subject to change) Tuesday: Strathbrock Community Centre, 9.30-10.15am (Baby bee, zero up to 2 years), 10.30-11.15am (pre-School, 2 to 5 years), Saturday :Strathbrock, Broxburn, 10.00-10.45am (Baby bee, Zero up to 2 years), 11.0011.45am (pre-School, 2 to 5 years) www. bumblebeesports.co.uk
BLACKBURN BLACKBURN & SEAFIELD CHURCH
Everyone Welcome!
Friday 27th May 11am Singing Well Group
This is the last meeting until August Sunday 29th May at 11am Sunday Service followed by tea/coffee in the Church hall
Tuesday 31st May Prayer Group 1:15pm
Café Afternoon 2pm – 3:30pm
Boys’ Brigade at 6:30pm
All Church services are Live streamed and available to view on YouTube
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