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36 the advertizer t: 01505 613340 e: info@advertizer.co.uk kilmacolm & quarriers ..................................................... Kilmacolm Flower Show Saturday 5 September in the New Community Centre, Kilmacolm. Exhibitors from all gardening clubs in Renfrewshire or Inverclyde are most welcome, also new exhibitors who could enter the Novice classes in Flowers, or Vegetables, or Pot Plants. Or how about a selection of garden flowers in a vase (Class 117). The Kitchencraft for jams and homebaking are always popular, and the artistry of the Floral Art section is challenging and rewarding. We are pleased to encourage entries in the Children’s classes, and look forward to the traditional Picture Gallery from the primary school children. For a flower show schedule, please contact Jill Russell (show secretary) on 01505 872393. The Show opens to the public for viewing at 11am, with prizegiving at 3.30pm. Sòlas – Bereavement Drop-In “sòlas” the Gaelic word for comfort and consolation, and the name of a new bereavement drop-in group for Kilmacolm and the wider area. Arising out of a perceived need by a group of people from Kilmacolm Old Kirk it is open to people of all faiths and none. Those who have lost loved ones recently or some time ago will know that one of the most difficult hurdles to overcome is to get out and about again, to face the world as an individual, and this is a gentle way of taking that process forward. Sòlas is here to help you to take those first steps, providing; • a welcome and support over tea and coffee, • a listening ear from people who understand, • an opportunity to view audio-visual material in a group setting which may be helpful, and, if you wish to, take part in a relaxation session. Sòlas is a facility offering support rather than counselling, but is overseen by people qualified in this area. It is open to anyone who has been bereaved and would like to meet others with similar experiences in a safe and friendly place. The group meet on the second Thursday of each month. The next meeting in the Kidston Hall, High Street, Kilmacolm is on Thursday 13 August between 6.30pm and 8.30pm (drop in any time). Kilmacolm Bridge Club The Kilmacolm Bridge Club resumes play on Monday 7 September. We meet in the New Community Centre and play commences at 7.15pm. The Club is a member of the Scottish Bridge Union, with two teams playing in the Renfrewshire Bridge League. We welcome new members to the Club, and during the first three weeks of September you are invited to come along as playing guests and check out the competitive, but friendly, play of duplicate bridge together. For further information please contact the Club Secretary, Norma Gourlay on 01505 872478. Angel Voices Angel Voices is a Community Children’s Choir in association with St Fillan’s Church Kilmacolm for boys and girls from 7 years upwards – the only requirement to join is to love singing! The Choir is taught by Professional Music Teacher and Singer, Helen Knight and Piano Accompanist Archie Morris who is a student at the Royal Conservatoire in Glasgow. We welcome new members to join Angel Voices. Rehearsals begin for the Autumn Term on Friday 4th September 6pm – 7pm For more information please contact Maureen Russell on 01505 872905 email: maureenmrussell@ hotmail.com Photograph: Angel Voices Choir enjoyed singing in the Cargill Centre for the French Visitors from Merignies in June. Campbell Snowdon Garden Party Sat 15 August at Campbell Snowdon House, Quarrier’s Village from 2pm to 4pm Come along and join us in our beautiful garden for afternoon tea, home baking, stalls and enjoy some good old fashioned family games. All welcome. St Colm’s Coffee Morning Saturday 22 August from 10am - 12noon in the New Village Centre, Kilmacolm Home Baking, Jams and Preserves, Hand-Made Crafts, Tombola, Raffle and lots more. Tickets - £2.50 (50p children) Includes tea / coffee and a selection of cakes / scones Kilmacolm Girl is National Winner Sandra Crawford, Kilmacolm, a member of both Paisley and Gourock classes of The Fitness League recently won a ‘Strictly Walking’ Competition held In The Royal Albert Hall, part of the 2015 Celebration Show, over 40 members from all over the country and abroad, took part in the international heat which was narrowed down to 7 finalists, 3 of which were Scottish, Sandra being chosen as the overall winner. Sandra seen here with Fitness League Patron Sophie Ellis Bexter receiving her trophy. Also in the picture is Sybil, Sophie’s grandmother who has been a life long member of Fitness League previously known as Woman’s League of Health and Beauty. Fitness League classes have been running for over 80yrs throughout the country with emphasise on ‘Movement is Life’ and ‘Posture in Motion’. Classes are designed to encourage movement in a rhythmical and progressive system of exercise. Mary Bagot Stack, the founder of the League, believed that whole body movement and the use of music to aid this was crucial in individual achievement and enhanced the enjoyment of exercise. The Bagot Stack has been in use since 1925. Fitness League classes have been running in Gourock for 30 yrs, for the last 15yrs in Old Gourock and Ashton Parish Church Hall, Monday’s at 10.30am. Information can be found at www. thefitnessleague.com.
www.advertizer.co.uk august 2015 37 37 The Kilmacolm Primary School end of year service was again conducted by P7 at a full St Columba's Church. The leavers excelled themselves. Mrs Grace Reid opened and closed the proceedings for the third time in her role as acting head. She will be a difficult act to follow. I was remiss in not mentioning former KPS pupils who featured in the High School’s presentation of Singing In The Rain, namely Niamh and Beth McKenna, Jonny Murray and Hamish Wards. St Stephen's High School gave us a memorable performance of the musical Annie. All years were represented from 1st to 6th. I also attended at the shared campus the primary prize-giving for Craigmarloch, our Inverclyde special needs school. I presented the trophy to the top P7 student Logan Munley, who with others will now move to the secondary facility at the school. This new school combined Lilybank and Glenburn schools and has received universal credit for its facilities and standard of assistance that the staff can give our youngsters. The address at St Columba's Senior school prize-giving was given by the Hon Lady Wise QC who gave a humorous and inspiring insight into her school days and her time on the bench. The Rector and the Chair of the Board Colin McClatchie updated parents on the fund raising and the significant on-going building and facility developments at both schools. The traditional piping rendition of Highland Cathedral brought an end to proceedings. The Junior School prizegiving was conducted by Anna Sloan and Eve Muirhead, members of the medal winning British and Scottish ladies curling team. Ms Muirhead gave a talk on striving for success, the hard work involved and the importance of not giving up. A proposal was put to members of the Policy and Resources Executive Sub Committee regarding the Council’s submission to the Commission on Local Tax Reform. Effectively, it would mean an increase in Council Tax and was based on the premise that "property values are a proxy for wealth". A widow in a large house is not necessarily wealthy and similarly neither are those with a large mortgage. Even those in a modestly priced house would incur greater Council Tax. I hope this proposal will not come to fruition as I was unanimously out voted on the issue. The demolition of the old Institute has been problematical, due in my opinion to trying to cut corners. It is my understanding that DemMasters, a most reputable demolition operator, has been appointed and the demolition will take place on the weekend of 1st August. It will entail the closing of Smithy Brae to vehicles for a couple of days. Pedestrian access will be via Gibson Lane and Rosebank Terrace. The site will eventually contain a much bigger Co-operative Store and some 10 or so flats. Our grounds maintenance crew are trying to eliminate the moles from the cemetery and the mess and destruction they cause. Farmers have various methods of despatching moles. Traps, gas or strychnine injected into worms in the runs. I am sure that our method will be humane. The decision has been made to partially remove the weir at Gottar Water which will allow salmon to access the upper reaches of the Water where there are ample spawning grounds. There has been significant necessary road tarmacking in Quarriers, including the length of Torr Road. I take the opportunity of congratulating the Advertizer on its 20th birthday. Colin and Rona have done a super job and really provide valuable information for our Renfrewshire villages. I can be contacted at david.wilson@ inverclyde.gov.uk and 01475 712727 and 741969, mobile 07766 992294 My surgery is at the Cargill Centre Monday 24th August 1-2pm. Ava’s Drama Award This gorgeous wee girl is Ava Crawford with her drama class Achievement Award. The drama class is Acting for Fun in the Scout Hall, Kilmacolm on Thursdays 6pm-8pm during term time. Well done Ava! Debbie says goodbye Debbie Grant, owner of Java Minute in Kilmacolm, has handed over the reins to new owners. Due to the process of selling the business, Debbie had little time to let anyone know, but would now like to take the opportunity to say thank you and goodbye to all the loyal customers and staff who have supported the business over the years. Funnily enough, it was exactly 14 years to the day – 26 June 2001-26 June 2015 – that the new owners took over. During those years, Debbie has seen so many customers come through the doors – cyclists looking for sustenance to get them on their way again, regular groups, both young and not so young, business meetings and young mum groups. And she has enjoyed watching her staff grow and mature from youngsters with a Saturday job through to them moving on to University, getting married and having their own children. Debbie would also like to thank her family for their support through the years, sometimes with little choice! But their help has been invaluable in making the business succeed. Over those 14 years, there have been some milestone events in Kilmacolm. Java Minute was in prime position for the Olympic Baton Relay travelling through the village, and Debbie and the staff put on special events to mark the Royal Wedding and Wimbledon. And during all that time, the cafe has been open 7 days a week, only closing for Christmas and New Year. I’m sure you’ll all agree that Debbie deserves a wee break now. Finally, Debbie would like to wish the new owners, Morag and Clare, every success in their new venture. Summer Duplicate Bridge If you would like to play Bridge during the summer months why not come along to the Kilmacolm Community Centre on Monday evenings at 7pm for a 7.15pm start. Come with a partner or come alone and hope to find one there. Further information Tel: 01505 872345. Thank you! The team at the Advertizer would like to thank David (Wilson) for his good wishes on our 20th anniversary. We couldn't do it without all the support we get from businesses and contributors, so thank you all!
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