The Green Room What's On Guide Sep-Dec

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What’s on GuideKirknewton September - December 2014

Your guide to whats going on at the Green Room the Village Hall, Potter Around, the Church Hall and across the Village

For more information or to book the Green Room call 01506 883 988 or email [email protected]

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Welcome to thesecond KirknewtonWhat's On Guide. We received good feedback on our firstissue. You and other communities in WestLothian loved it and estate agents sellinghouses in Kirknewton wanted to include it in their further particulars!We are encouraged that the What's On guide encouraged many ofyou to 'give it a go' and try something new, on your own doorstep.We are particularly happy to see the Green Room, alongside the Village Hall, becoming an established part of our lives with local people arranging their own events there including hen do's, kids and christening parties. In this issue of What's On we have included a newbooking form for events and classes in the Green Room for you. Wecan also organise catering for your event if required.

None of this would be possible without volunteers. To celebrate and thank fantastic volunteers we are running our second volunteerawards this year. You can vote online as before or fill in the survey in this brochure by 30th September.

Not everything is covered in the booklet so please keep followingKirknewton.org or the Facebook / Twitter pages for regular updatesand look out for a special Christmas and New Year issue of What's On in November!

Tony Foster, CEO KCDT.

For more information 01506 883 988 | [email protected]

Keep up to date with the news at www.kirknewton.orgVisit us at the Green Room 01506 883 988 | [email protected]: www.facebook.com/groups/kirknewton/ Twitter: @KirknewtonEH27https://www.facebook.com/pages/KirknewtonEH27/121029384643453For safety reasons & disabled access please avoid parking in front of Green Room.

’‘Working together we can and do make a difference. Be inspired and join in!


Green Room There’s always something happening

Coffee & TeaCome in for a cup of tea, cappuccino, latte or our alreadyvery popular Special Galaxy hotchocolate. Catch up with friendsin a friendly & relaxing atmosphere.

Daily PaperSit back, relax, have a drink andread about whats going on in theworld with our complimentarynews papers and magazines including the West Lothian Courier.

Free Wi-FiYou can benefit from our Free Wi-Fi. It’s easy. Just ask forour Wi-Fi password then you’ll be able to connect your lap top,tablet or smart phone to the internet.

Free Hire i-PadLaptops & KeyboardsYou can hire the Green Roomsown i-Pad, laptops, e-readers and keyboards. Connect to the internet, finish your report orhomework, sit down and read abook or just play some games.

Dedicated KidsSpaceDon’t worry about the kids getting bored when you aretrying to enjoy your hot chocolate. We have a DedicatedKids Space with plenty of toys tokeep them entertained.

Catch up for a chatThe Green Room is a great placeto meet up with friends and alsomake new friends. You’ll be able

to relax, have a drink and find out about what’s going on in the village.

MeetingThe Green Room is also the perfect place to hold a meeting.Whether it’s for business or acommunity meeting, you can hire the Green Room out andbenefit from all our facilities.We’ll help make your meeting a success.

Events, PartiesTrainingThe Green Room is also a greatspace to hire out to hold kidsBirthday parties. It’s also suitable for Training sessions for your company.

Second hand books, CDs & DVDsSecond hand books, CDs & DVDs are now available for a donation. You can also drop off your books etc. at theGreen Room or Post Office. Local papers. magazines,printing, copying and laminating are also available.

NEW


The Green RoomFor more information or to book your event call -

The Green Room 01506 883 988 or Gill Greaves 07816 880 175 or 01506 883 261Email: [email protected]. We’re at 12 Main St, Kirknewton EH27 8AH

PROGRAMME 1ST SEPTEMBER -12TH DECEMBER

DROP IN at The Green Room9am - 1pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Drop in to the Green Room each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday to use the centre’s facilities and have acup of tea or coffee. We have WIFI internet access, Ipads and lap topsavailable for use. We also provide printing, copying services and booksfor sale.

HOMEWORK CLUB

3.30pm - 5pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

The homework club is for both primaryand high school pupils who are lookingfor a peaceful environment to study.Joining a homework club can be a fantastic way to boost motivation andconfidence. This is a drop in session.

COMPUTER SKILLS GROUP

1.00pm - 3pm Mondays.

Over 50 & looking looking to improveyour computer skills? Come and workthrough material from complete beginners to a more advanced level in a relaxed atmosphere. Provided in partnership with Bethany ChristianTrust and Kirknewton & East CalderParish church.

FAMILY BOOK CLUB

6.30pm Wednesdays.

A family book club for children over 6years old and parents. Last term we powered our way through Charlie & TheChocolate Factory. There was chocolatetasting sessions and lollipop bookmarkmaking! This session we will be delvinginto The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe

GUITAR CLASSES - THURSDAYS

6.45pm - 7.45pm- 8 - 10 years7.45pm - 8.45pm-11+8.45pm - 9.45pm Adult 6 week session: 4th Sep - 9th Oct: £60 7 week session: 30th Oct - 11th Dec: £70.

Learn about all aspects of the guitar,from playing your first chords andscales to writing your own songs, per-forming in a group and learning aboutmusic theory. Suitable for all ages andbased around the music that you enjoy,these classes will inspire you to findyour inner creative side.

KEYBOARDING SKILLS CLASSES -MONDAYS

6pm - 7pm 8 years +6 sessions: 1st Sep - 6th Oct: £45 6 week session: 3rd of Nov - 8th of Dec: £45.

The class is conducted by an experienced teacher and is tailored tosuit the pupil whether beginner or intermediate. Keyboards are provided,however students will need an instrument to practice on at home.

BOOK BUGS TUESDAYS

Tues 9th Sept 10.30 - 11.00Tues 14th Oct 10.30 - 11.00 Tues 11th Nov 10.30 - 11.00 Tues 9th Dec 10.30 - 11.00 Christmas Songs & Story.

Book bug sessions are free, fun andfriendly events for babies,toddlers andpre-schoolers and their families toenjoy together. Come along and makesome new friends!

HULLABALOO

From Sept 1st. Thursdays 1.30pm.

Parent and child musical play classesfor babies and children up to Pre-School age. Lots of fun instruments andcolourful props to play with, and oursessions are themed to ensure a varietyof material and educational value thatextends beyond the amazing benefitsgained by enjoying music alone!

PILATES

Fridays 9.10am - 10am.

Pilates is an amazing way to tone andbuild core strength. Pop along to one ofour sessions

YOUTH CLUB - £1

Fridays 6pm - 8pm.

Kirknewton youth club is a weeklygroup for s1-s6 pupils. The group willeither be based at The Green Room orThe Village Hall. Come and try our newpool table, popcorn maker and airhockey table!

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CRAFT AND FOOD FAIR

1st Sunday of the month 12 - 4pm.

The Green Room and the Village Hallwill host a craft fair. There is a wide variety of items which change eachmonth, so come along and have a look!To Book a stall email [email protected]

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY - COMMUNITY EVENTS AT THEGREEN ROOM

Open Evening - 31st August 6pm - 8pm.

Come and see all the communitygroups and clubs in the village - Green Room and Village Hall

MACMILLAN CANCER CAKE BAKEFriday 26th September 1pm.

COMMUNIY TRAININGVOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT TRAINING

7.30pm 8th October.

Voluntary Sector Gateway will be providing advice and assistance forKirknewton community groups. Thesession will focus on how to recruitvolunteers for events as well as recruiting board members.

FUNDRAISING AND GOOD GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP22nd of September 7pm.

A workshop session for the community/voluntary groups in and around Kirknewton.

The aim is to cover two main areas:

COMMUNITY TRAININGGovernance and management

• Volunteer Recruitment Training. 7.30pm 8th October

• Good governance is essential. How good is yours? Are you doing all the right things right?

• Internal systems and policies. How robust are yours?

• Financial systems and reporting. Do you work for your systems or do your systems work for you?

Funding and sustainability

• Funding opportunities – revenue and capital

• Other sources of funding – loans, share issue, crowd funding

• Sustainability. What will happen beyond the grant?

MONDAYComputer SkillsGroups1pm - 3pm

KeyboardingSkills Class6pm - 7pm

TUESDAYDrop In9am - 1pm

Bookbugstwice a month10.30am

Homework Club3.30 - 5pm

WEDNESDAYDrop In9am - 1pm


Family BookClubAges 6 - 116.30pm - 7pm

THURSDAYDrop In9am - 1pm

HullaballooMusic classes1.30pm


Guitar ClassesAge 8 - 106.30pm - 7.30pmAge 11+7.30pm - 8.30pmAdults8.30pm - 9.30pm

FRIDAYPilates Class9.10am - 10am

Youth ClubS1 to S66pm - 8pm

SUNDAYArts and craft Fair

1st Sunday of the month

The Week at a Glance


PROGRAMME 1ST SEPTEMBER -12TH DECEMBER

BOXCIR

Monday 7.00 - 8.30pm - 1st sessionFREE - £2.50 thereafter ContactMichael on 01506 885848.

A combination of boxing andcardio/strength circuit stations in afriendly and welcoming environment. A fantastic way to build stamina,strength and all over body fitness. Includes pad work, skipping, instructorled boxing techniques and specific abdominal exercise. For male and females 18 years and over, all levels of fitness welcome.

PLAYGROUP COME AND PLAY, LET'S HAVE FUN AT KIRKNEWTONPLAYGROUP.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am -11.15am. £5 per child.

We are a happy, friendly and safedrop off playgroup for children aged 2-41/2. We're open term time Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am-11.15am. We look forward to getting to know you and your child. £5 per session.

PHYSIO PILATES CLASSES

Tuesdays at 6.45pm & 7.45pm, suitable for beginners or improvers.

Modified Pilates taught by a CharteredPhysiotherapist, Dianne MacKenzie BScMSc MCSP.

CSP registered, HCPC registered andfully insured. APPI Certified PilatesMatwork and Small Equipment Instructor.

Certified Pink Ribbon Teacher, whichuses pilates to support recovery fromBreast Cancer.

One:one or small group sessions also available by appointment. Formore information or to book call07795 466 464.

DAYTIME PILATES CLASSES

Thursdays 9.10am to 10.00am.

Whether you just want to move moreand improve your muscle tone, orwhether you want to enhance anothersport you enjoy…create length,strength and balance with Pilates. Toneup, perform better, feel good!

Spaces are limited so to find out more,or to book a taster session, contacton [email protected] or 07815 502 324 You’ll also find me on facebook.com/ekpilates

A-STAR SPORTS

Monday 2.30pm pre-school 3.30pm P1 & P2.

A-Star Sports is a fun-filled multi -sports experience for children aged 2-10 years. We offer inclusive, developmental multi-sports coaching ina positive environment that begins withan initial ABC-based programme anddevelops into ten core sports. Your child will receive Certificates ofAchievement at each level as areward for enthusiasm, motivation andeffective contribution.

For more information on classes, partiesand holiday clubs visit www.a-starsports.co.uk orcall Brian on 07876021073.

The Village HallFor more information or to book your event call -

The Green Room 01506 883 988 or Gill Greaves 07816 880 175 or 01506 883 261Email: [email protected]. We’re at Main St, Kirknewton EH27 8AH


RAINBOWS

We have a fantastic Rainbow group in Kirknewton VillageHall for girls age 5-7 years. EveryWednesday during term times between5pm and 6.15pm we have lots of fundoing different crafts, playing all sortsof games, learning new things, working towards special Girl Guiding badges and there is always lots of laughinggoing on.

Rainbows alway have a long waiting listso if you are interested in your childjoining in the fun please don't wait tillthey are 5 to ask to join. Contact Gill on 07816880175 or 883261.

BROWNIES

Brownies is for girls aged 7-10 andtakes place after Rainbows on aWednesday in the village hall 6.30pm -8pm during term times. We are similarto Rainbows but aim it at the slightlyolder age group. Games, crafts, badges, outings and weekends away at BrownieCamp are just a few of the excitingthings the girls get up to when at Brownies.

Through this action-packed programme, girls can build confidenceby developing new skills, learningabout the wider community, finding

out about different cultures and getting involved with global issueslike the environment and endangeredspecies.

If you would like any more information please contact Gill on07816880175 or 883261.

ZUMBA AND THIGHS, BUMS AND TUMS CLASSES

Run by Katrina, a fully qualified fitnessinstructor. Currently running twoclasses in the Village Hall, Kirknewton,on a Thursday evening.

Zumba at 7-8pm followed by TumsBums Thighs at 8-9pm. Both classes are suitable for all levels.

Contact Katrina on 07940 245 151 for more details!

KOSY CAFE

Friday 16.00 - 17.00.

Friday afternoons during school termtime from 16.00 to 17.00 – Kozy Kaff. A café environment serving home baking & hot chocolate for primaryschool children. Restarts 22nd August.

LORD ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS

Saturday mornings and afternoons.

Providing excellent dance tuition in your local community, in an environment where children can excel.

We offer a wide range of classes for children 3 and over. We aim to be part of your local community and provide ahigh quality service to all.

Contact Lesley on 07803 015011or email: [email protected]

KIRKNEWTON WALKERS

Every Wednesday 7.00pm.

Meet outside the Park entrance for aone and a half to two hours walk. For all abilities. Walking from Kirknewton to wherever the mood take us.

KEEP FITHAVE FUNLEARN


ACTIVITIES AT POTTER AROUND

OIL PAINTING CLASSES

Learn oil painting techniques with local artist Kirsty McDiarmid. Adult and kids classes - all materials provided.

Kids: 5-7pm Mondays £15.

Adults: 7-9pm Mondays and 10.30am-12.30pm Thursdays £20.

CRAFT ‘N’ A STORY

For pre-schoolers who love to getmessy. Come and listen to some stories and then have fun crafting with the other kids. Glitter is usually involved. Parents/carers can havetea/coffee and company while thekids listen to stories. Mondays 10-11am. £4.50

LADIES NIGHT

Tuesday night is ladies’ night - you can join in with the knitting, help workon the Green Room wall hanging, paint pottery or decopatch. There is always good company and a relaxed atmosphere. Staff are on hand to help with painting techniques. Groups are welcome. 7.30-10pm.

KNITTING / CROCHET CLASSES

Knitting and crochet are very much infashion at the moment so if you need some guidance on these age old arts, Irene de Luca holds the fort on Wednesdays at 10.30am & Tuesdayevenings at 7.30pm where you cancome as a total beginner, swop patterns, get help on the hard bits or

just knit in company. £4.50 includestea/coffee and great chat.

WARHAMMER CLUB

Keep the boys out of mischief on Fridayafternoons 2.30-5pm where they cancome to our dedicated Warhammerroom and build and paint models aswell as play the board game on our terrain. You can learn all about howWarhammer works and we are stockistsof the models and accessories. £4.50for club session.

FELTING WORKSHOP

‘Make your own pair of slippers’.

Saturday 11 October. 9.30am-5.30pm. £45.

Deposit of £25 when booking. Max 10places. Tea/coffee and cake providedbut please bring your own lunch.

This all day workshop will take youfrom making the ‘lasts’ of your feet inthe morning to felting the slippers inthe afternoon.

AUTUMN ART EXHIBITION AND NOVEMBER

Saturday date TBC.

Local high quality handmade arts &crafts from pottery to paintings, jewellery to glass.

GLASS FUSION WORKSHOP

Sunday 7 September1.30-3.30PM £40. All materials provided.

Glass artist Nancy Hamilton will teachyou how to cut and grind glass and

ultimately produce a wonderful wallhanging you will be proud of.

POTTER'S WHEEL

Our resident Potter Bernie Rowen runsregular pottery classes (see BernieRowen) but also offers one off taster sessions. £20.

Potter AroundFor more information or to book your event call -

Karen 01506 238 961 or Email: [email protected]’re at Overton Farm, Kirknewton EH27 8DD


ART CLUB

A variety of art techniques are covered at Friday art club. Fridays 2-4pm. £12 a session or £50 for ablock of 5. Juice and snack included.

• Candle making, soap making

and lip balms

• We are now offering this as

a drop in as well as full

workshop for groups.

• Drop in will be candle - £10

• Lip balms - £7

• Soaps - £5

• For a workshop doing

all 3 - £20

JEWELLERY WORKSHOPS

Monthly workshops with Aleks Diamante teachings the basics of jewellery and how to make specificdesirable items. £15. All materialsprovided.

Jewellery Workshops 16 Septmeber - 21 October

• Introduction to using a gizmo

(coiling tool)

• Jewellery Workshops Gem tree

hanging you will be proud of.

NEWCLASSES

Church HallFor more information or to book your event -

Email: [email protected]’re at Station Road, Kirknewton EH27 8BJ


INTREPID TAEKWON-DO.Wednesdays: Rainbows & Peewees: 5-12 years old: 18:30-19:15. Juniors: 12+ years old: 19:15-20:00.

Intrepid Taekwon-Do was established in 1991 by Mr. Darren Scott(5th Degree Black Belt). Mr. Scott has been teaching Taekwondo forover 20 years; is an examiner and a qualified International Instructor.

We are members of the United Taekwon-Do Federation (Scotland),which is affiliated to Grandmaster Hwang, Kwang Sung (K-9-1) who presides the Unified International Taekwon-Do Federation.

ACTIVITIES AT THE CHURCH HALL• Brownies. 4th East Calder. Tuesday evenings.• Ladies’ Bible Study. Led by the minister. Wed mornings. • Taekwon-do for youngsters. Wednesday evenings. • Mums and Toddlers. Thursday mornings.• Women’s Rural. Thursday evenings.

CHURCH SERVICEServices in KirknewtonChurch: Worship service everySunday morning at 09.45.

Parent & child musical playclasses for babies & childrenup to Pre-School age.Lots of fun instruments and colourful props to play with.Sessions are themed to ensure a variety of material and educational value!

Run by experienced instrumentalists and have trained with the National Youth Choir of Scotland in the Kodaly approach to music education.

Call 07966 434591 or email [email protected]

www.hullabalookidsmusic.co.uk

’‘Working together we can and do make a difference. Be inspired and join in!

• Volunteer in the Green Room on a morning from 9am - 1pm?

• Volunteer for Green Room homework club from 3pm - 5pm?

• Volunteer at weekends?

• Volunteer for village gardening and landscape projects?

• Volunteer for mini bus driving from Balerno High School to Kirknewton and Ratho after school hours?

• Volunteer to write and design a new Community News letter?


KID’S PARTIESat the Green Room or Village Hall Only £10 per hour.

The Green Room and Village Hall are available for hire for: Kids Parties, Arts and craft events, Fairs and Meetings (catering options available). For only £10 per hour (£7 if eligible for discount). Contact Gill Greaves 07816 880 175 or call The Green Room on 01506 883 988.

• You can also book the Church Hall*

[email protected]

• Hilly Cow* 07824 770 568

• Potter Around* 01506 238 961 *price may vary.

Can you help...?

KIRKNEWTON

VOLUNTEER

OF THE YEAR

2014!

NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FORKIRKNEWTON VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR 2014.

Applications will be accepted until Tuesday 30th of September. Contact Jennifer at the Green Room on 01506 883 988 or email [email protected]

VOLUNTEERSWANTED!


The Green RoomFor more information or to book your event call -

The Green Room 01506 883 988 or Gill Greaves 07816 880 175 or 01506 883 261Email: [email protected]. We’re at 12 Main St, Kirknewton EH27 8AH

CLASSES / EVENTS BOOKING FORM

NAME:

ADDRESS:

PHONE NO:

EMAIL:

CLASS / EVENT:

START DAY/DATE:

TOTAL COST OF CLASS / EVENT:

DEPOSIT AMOUNT INCLUDED : YES / NO

• We require a non-refundable £10 deposit at the time of booking to secure your place, with the final amount payable 2 weeks prior to the start of your class/event.

• For Cash payments, please hand in an envelope marked for the attention of Zoë Hubbard at the Green Room, 12 Main Street, Kirknewton, EH27 8AH along with this form.

• Cheques Payable to Kirknewton Community Development Trust Ltd.

• For online banking please give your surname as a reference using bank acc details:

Kirknewton Community Development Trust Ltd

Santander, Sort Code : 09-07-20, Acc No: 04756738

• If you have any further questions regarding your booking then please do not hesitate to contact Zoë Hubbard on 01506 883988 or email [email protected]

Kirknewton Volunteer of the Year Awards 2014

Make your nomination now using the form opposite.


Kirknewton Volunteer of the Year Awards 2014 – Nomination Form.

Name of Sponsor:

Your Contact Details:

Tel. No. Home: Tel. No. Work:

Email: Mobile:

Category of Award Nominated (Please tick as many boxes as you would like).

Volunteer of the Year Community event of the year

Lifetime Achievement Award Active Citizenship (under 16)

Community Group of the Year Community Arts Volunteer

Committee/Board Member of the Year Young Volunteer of the Year (up to 25)

Sports Volunteer of the Year Business of the year

Individual’s name/Group as well as Category:

Their Contact Details:

Address:

Tel No:

Tell us why you feel this person or organisation should receive this Award. The information you provide here will be used by the judging panel so tell us what you think we need to know. Tell us what they havedone and why this is impressive; tell us about their enthusiasm, the impact they have had on the community, how they have gone beyond the expected, or any barriers they have overcome.

Nominations accepted until Tuesday 30th September. Please post completed form into The Green Room’s Mail Box. Thank you.

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