CLASSIC CLAPTON ­ 25th Anniversary Tour

Penicuik Town Hall ­ Saturday 10th September

CLASSIC CLAPTON The World's No1 Eric Clapton Tribute Band featuring front­man Mike Hall will be making

there first ever appearance in Penicuik in September as part of their 25th Anniversary Tour.

They will be performing at The Town Hall, High Street, Penicuik on Saturday 10th September. Doors open

8pm. Band on stage at 8.30pm. Tickets priced £12 are available from the credit card hotline ­ Tel: (01968)

675715. More information available on­line at: www.facebook.com/pages/The­Old­Crown­Inn­Penicuik

This is the band’s first ever appearance in Penicuik although they

have played numerous successful concerts in Livingston, Bathgate,

Musselburgh, Peebles and of course Edinburgh. Fans are therefore

advised to book early for their first ever Penicuik concert. They will

perform all of EC's classic songs including Wonderful Tonight,

Tears in Heaven, Crossroads, Lay Down Sally, I Shot The Sheriff,

Cocaine and of course Layla!

The band was formed in 1985 in Newcastle upon Tyne long

before the term “tribute band” was invented, and named

themselves ''After Midnight'' after Eric Clapton’s first solo hit. In

guitar/vocalist Mike Hall, they have a front man who not only

looks like Eric, he sings and plays guitar like him too!

CLASSIC CLAPTON comprises 4 excellent musicians:­ Mike

Hall (lead vocals/guitar), Paul Warren (keyboards/ backing

vocals), Neil Cochrane (drums) and Dave Robson (bass guitar

/backing vocals). Dave is a former member of chart band

Geordie. In fact he was with them at the time Brian Johnson

left to join AC/DC.

The whole of Clapton's illustrious career will be covered including Cream, John Mayall’sBlu es

breakers, The Yardbirds, Derek & The Dominos and the solo years.

Please visit our web­site: www.classic­clapton.com

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SPIRITED MEETINGSSpirited is a group which meets every WednesdayEvening from 7 – 9pm at The Roslin Glen Hotel,Roslin. (In the function room situated to the sideof the Hotel) .Our object is to offer our members an evening ofSpiritual indulgence by that we mean anythingwhich lifts the Spirit! ! We do everything frommediumship evenings and healing evenings to bellydancing demonstrations and children's meditation talks.For a full line up please visit www.meetup.com/spirited.Every 2nd Wednesday is a Reiki share for anyone attunedto Reiki I or above.On Wednesday 7th September we will be having a HealingTaster evening.Find us on Facebook and Twitter or call Nikki on 07969 84881 0 for further details.

PENICUIK STREET FAIRThe annual Penicuik Street Fair will take place onSaturday 1 7th September from 1 0.00am to2.00pmIf the weather is inclement then indoor facilitieswill be available.The Street Fair is normally held in August but has

been changed to September this year to coincidewith the Golden Oldies International Rugby Event

which is being held in Penicuik.Any tables booked for the Street Fair will receive a freetable at the Christmas Fair.Organisations wishing to book a table should contactDerek Cosens on 01 968 673700 or Andrew Coventry on01 968 664904.

RAINBOWS, BROWNIES, GUIDES.- GIRLGUIDING PENICUIKGirl guiding is the largest voluntary organisation for girlsand young women in the UK.Girl guiding Penicuik offers all kinds of opportunities forgirls of all age groups, including Rainbows (aged 5 – 7),Brownies (aged 7 – 1 0) and Guides (aged 1 0 – 1 4). Unitsmeet throughout Penicuik and on most evenings duringthe week.   A number of units have recently movedlocations and we can now offer places at both Stratheskand Cuiken Primary schools. If you would like yourdaughter to share in the experiences that Guiding has tooffer then call us. For Rainbows, call Carol Mann : 6731 93.For Brownies, call Dawn Law : 675769. For Guides, callLinda McDonald ; 674897

PENTLANDS WRI!We resume on 7th September with a talk on "Guide Dogsfor the Blind".   Meeting takes place in Penicuik Town Hallat 7.00pm. Do come along - visitors/new members mostwelcome.

MIDLOTHIAN VOLUNTARY ACTIONAre you trying to create a club or grow a group?

If you are an existing community group or club,charity, voluntary organisation, or social enterprisebased in or working in Midlothian, or are wanting toset up a new one, Midlothian Voluntary Action (MVA)may be able to help you.

MVA provide a variety of help and support to new andexisting organisations, including help to get started, modelgoverning documents (e.g. constitutions) , information onfunding, training courses etc.

To find out if MVA can help your group, contact them at tel:01 31 663 9471 , email: margaret.nisbet@mvacvs.org.uk.

MVA also have a range of information availableon their website at www.mvacvs.org.uk and ontheir Facebook page.

Further Information:Midlothian Voluntary Action (MVA) exists to work

alongside local communities to identify areas ofneed and attempt to fill the gaps, and to encourage

and facilitate networking and communication between thevoluntary and statutory sectors. We are managed by aBoard of volunteers. MVA builds the capacity ofcommunity groups, voluntary organisations and socialenterprises (the ‘third sector’) by training, information andsupport.

Contact: Margaret Nisbet , 01 31 663 9471 ,margaret.nisbet@mvacvs.org.uk, website:www.mvacvs.org.uk Midlothian Voluntary Action, 4/6White Hart Street, Dalkeith, EH22 1 AE

PENICUIK TWINNING ASSOCIATION!At the time of writing 26 of our French friends from L’Islesur la Sorge have arrived safely in Penicuik, on 1 3thAugust. Guests met their hosts over soup and sandwichesprovided by MDC. Our chairman, Derek Rosie, gave a bravebut brief welcome in French. At night there was a welcomecelebration in West Street Hall where everyone could gettogether with food & wine. Sunday was a free day allowinghosts & their guests to sightsee as they wished. OnMonday the party travelled to Glenkinchie Distillery wherethey had a tour and sampled some of the whiskies. Westarted the afternoon with a picnic, followed by a guidedtour around Craigmillar Castle. In the evening we went toThe Sheep Heid in Duddingston for supper and someexciting games of skittles. Tuesday 40 of us set off at 9amto travel to Loch Lomond. On arriving at Tarbert, we had a2 hour boat trip with lunch, followed by time at LochLomond Shores. We finished with a traditional high tea inBalloch and a scenic drive back via Stirling. Wednesday is tobe a free day with a trip to the tattoo at night. Thursdaywe will visit the Botanical Gardens, with an option to go toOcean Terminal. At night a social evening has beenorganised by the Ladywood Table Tennis club with somefun matches and food. Friday is a free day for any lastminute shopping and Festival shows. Friday night we havea farewell ceilidh in the Town hall with The CanongateCadgers and catering from the Peni Deli, before our guestshave an early departure on Saturday morning to fly out.

PENICUIK & DISTRICT ARTS FESTIVAL 201 1Drama & Dance, Arts & Crafts, Music & Words

Saturday 3rd to Sunday 1 1 th Sept' 201 1

VENUES, ARTSTRAIL & OPEN HOUSESWindows Trail – shop windows & ot her spacesaround Penicuik & West Lint on, see website fordetails: pdaf201 1 .weebly.com1 . The Craigiebield Hotel - 50 Bog Road, Penicuik,MidLothian, EH26 9BZHome to the festival Yurt, a music venue and a variety ofworks by local artists, crafters & photographers will be onview at the Craigiebield throughout the festival.2. West St Arts Centre - 4 West St, Penicuik, EH26 9DLPerformance venue, meeting space and the AnnualPenicuik Turner Prize exhibition will be on showthroughout the festival,Mon-Sat 1 000-1 6003. Penicuik House - Penicuik, Midlothian EH26 9LACrafts fair & demos on Sun 4th/Sat 1 0th 4. ShottstownMiners Welfare Club1 65 John St, Penicuik, EH26 8AT. Venue for the end offestival party and play performance Sunday 1 1 th Sept from1 6005. Crystal Business Centre - Eastfield Ind Est, Penicuik,EH26 8HJWorks by Alan Beattie Herriot, Bernardo Carriò Caballero &others throughout the festival.6. The Hub - Bellmans Rd EH26 9EPJazz evening 8th Sept, HipHop Workshop 9th Sept7. Penicuik Library - Carlops Road, Penicuik, EH26 9EPGeological photography by Paul Binns Paper maché andother community art, Janis Mackay ‘s Storymaking & CCCCircles8. Penicuik Town Hall - High Street, Penicuik, EH26 8HSVenue for festival opening on Sat 3rd Sept. Saturdays

1 000-1 6003rd Sept: Urban Art – photographs of CanadianMural Paintings; 1 0th Sept: Fiona Maher:Exhibition of stone sculpture, bicycle tyressculpture and Paintings;1 7th Sept: Mixed, ArtExhibition, Film nights9. Bank Mill - Bank Mill, Penicuik, EH26 8NZ

Sundays 28th Aug. & 4th Sept. 1 1 00-1 600, PapierMaché Workshops and Paper-related, Exhibitions

Midlothian Doors Open Day: Sat 1 0th Sept. 1 1 00-1 600Building tours and Paper-related Exhibitions1 0. John Street Garden Studio - 20A John Street, Penicuik,EH26 8ABSaturdays 3rd, 1 0th & 1 7th Sept. 1 1 00-1 600, Paintings (UllaHipkin); Arts & crafts (Joan Robb); Knitted landscapes(Belle Claudi)1 1 . Penicuik Pottery - Valleyfield House , PenicuikSaturdays 3rd, 1 0th & 1 7th Sept. 1 1 00-1 600, Pottery byJane Kelly; Stained glass jewellery etc by Kirsteen Miller,Photographs by Amy Copeman & work by other artists.1 2. Rosslyn Chapel - Roslin, EH25 9PUSun. 4th - The Hammer and the Fire: Poetry from HenryMarsh & Ian Laing on Violin.1 3. Aine Divine’s Garden Studio - 2 Pentland View Terrace,Roslin1 1 00-1 700, Sat 3rd - Sun 4th & Sat 1 0th - Sun 1 1 th Sept1 4. Purple Thread Shed - 75 Main St, Roslin, EH25 9LUWorks by Ali Ferguson, Avesha De Wolfe, Debbie Ashford.1 1 00-1 700, Sat 3rd - Sun 4th & Sat 1 0th - Sun 1 1 th Sept1 5. Pentlands Writers Group Open House - Monk'sCottage, Kitleyknowe, Carlops1 500, Sat 3rd - Sun 4th & Sat 1 0th - Sun 1 1 th Sept.Readings from 2 - 4 local writers with occasional guestauthors.1 6. Hazel Vellacott’s Studio - Amazondean, Carlops EH26

9NE1 400-1 600 Sat 1 0th Sun 1 1 th Sept, Come and see aworking studio and some of the surprisingmaterials Hazel uses.1 7. West Linton Visitors Centre - Raeburn Square,West Linton1 1 00-1 600 Sat 3rd - Sun 4th & Sat 1 0th - Sun 1 1 thSept, Exhibition by many local artists including: ColinWhittemore, Simon Fraser, Kitty van Ramshorst, JohnSavory, Brenda Struthers, Paul Beards, Paul Binns ...1 8. Linton Books - Deanfoot Road, West Linton, EH46 7DYJanis Mackay - meet the author and book signing. Thursday8th Sept1 9. The Roadhouse - 1 36 John Street, Penicuik, EH26 8NJHome to the Penicuik Folk Club and venue for a sing-a-longon Tuesday 6th September.20. South Kirk Hall - 32 West Street, PenicuikTRASH Drumming Workshop: Sat 3rd Sept21 . Tipi at Whitmuir - Whitmuir Farm, West Linton,Midlothian EH46 7BBSat 1 0th Sept, Kids writing workshop - Janis Mackay

RESPONSE BY PENICUIK & DISTRICT COMMUNITYCOUNCIL TO THE MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL’S“CONSULTATION ON SECONDARY SCHOOL PROVISIONFOR PENICUIK”

1 . This response has benefited from a discussion with MrColin Taylor, Head of Education, at the CommunityCouncil’s meeting of 1 3th June 201 1 and the attendance ofsome Community Councillors at the public meetings held atBeeslack Community High School, Penicuik High Schooland Penicuik Town Hall.

2. We recognise that something must be done inthe light of the present evidence that secondaryschool pupil numbers will fall markedlybetween now and 2021 .

3. However, we believe that, at present, thereare too many uncertainties to be sure that any

decision taken now will be in the pastoral interestsof the young people concerned and will provide the

educational experience which meets their aspirations andthose for them of their parents and teachers. Theproposed central option and the variants around it are nodoubt all viable assuming the conditions are right: it is thevalidity of that assumption which concerns us. And thatamounts not to whether something should be done, butrather when it should be done.

4. Recommendation – in the light of some significantuncertainties, Midlothian Council should delay for at leasttwo years a decision on the proposed merger to form adual campus single High School in Penicuik using the sites

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of the present two schools, or any other of theoptions indicated in the consultation document.

5. The main factors we have taken intoconsideration are:-a) Parents of the youngsters attending the schoolsand the youngsters themselves are solidly againstthe merger proposals: they wish to retain the statusquo. We are aware that that is also the view of teachersat the two schools.

b) The possible solutions of a single school on a newcampus, or by extending one of the schools on its existingsite are currently ruled out because of excessive cost.

c) The school population projections for the benchmarkyear of 2021 in the consultation paper are reasonably

secure because they are based on numbers ofyoung people already born and within the rangeof starting school ages. Moreover, theRegistrar General’s latest populationprojections (published 201 0) show a continuingdecline in Midlothian but exclude the effects ofmigration and new house-building - private or

otherwise. However, the effect of that exclusioncan be particularly acute when it comes to projecting

school-catchment-populations for residential areas withinthe County - so longer term uncertainty abounds forPenicuik.

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PENICUIK COMMUNITY LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT,PENICUIK HIGH SCHOOLLook out for our 201 1 Adult Learning Programme,which will be available from mid August.   You willfind programmes in Community Learning Centresthroughout Midlothian, local libraries, job centres,post offices, Tesco etc.   Classes start weekbeginning Monday 26 September and postalenrolment forms will be inside the programme.  We willalso be holding our annual enrolment day on Wednesday1 4th September in Penicuik High School Assembly Hall,from 1 0am till 1 2 noon and again from 7 till 9pm.  PenicuikCLD offer a wide range of classes from, computing, art andlanguage classes to Tai Chi and picture framing.   We can becontacted on 01 968 6641 1 4.

PENICUIK YM/YWCA PROGRAMME 201 1 /1 2CHILDCARE: our new primary one intake went well thisAugust with children being collected from school andbrought to the Y, a varied programme kept thementertained until home time.Penicuik YM/YWCA summer holiday programme was a bigsuccess with all our trips and activities being enjoyed byeveryone.The programme for the October school week will be readywithin the next few weeks so be sure to call in for a flyerWe have started ZUMBATOMIC for children costing £3.50running on a Tuesday 5-5.45pm and Friday 2-2.45pm, weask that a consent form is completed first.A new Centre Flyer is available and this highlights all ourregular classes – Zumba, Karate, Tae kwon do, Kettlercise,Zumbatomic and girls club P4-7.PARTIES (including hall and use of the kitchen) 2 hours

(1 1 .00-1 .00 or1 .30-3.30 pm).Soft play party-£37.50, Bouncy castle party£52.50, soft play and bouncy castle party £65.00dates available, booking required.Soft play is open 9-5pm daily except forweekends when we have parties.Our location and large car park with bus terminal

across the road are ideally suited for meetings andclasses of all sizes, just pop intoPenicuik ‘Y’ open 9am – 9pm58 Queensway, Penicuik, EH26 OJJCall us on 01 968 674851 for info on any of the aboveor contact info@penicuik-y.co.uk, childcare@penicuik-

y.co.uk

Penicuik YMCA-YWCA – Grant DelightThe “Y” is celebrating a welcome fundraising boost whichwill help us to refocus on the services we provide. We havereceived a £4838 grant from the Lloyds TSB Foundation forScotland under its Capacity Building programme, whichhelps charities get professional advice.Having gone through a difficult, recession-affected twoyears, we now have a revised and forward-looking businessplan with the aim of generating more income and drivingforward a substantial development of our work with youngpeople.We want to get a dedicated youth development workerwho will help us to develop a vibrant community-basedhub, mainly for young people. We also hope to widen therange of out-of-school training, and to refurbish thedilapidated Queensway Astroturf court - all of which willrequire a major fundraising effort. The grant will help us toformulate a funding plan and to progress with a

fundraising campaign.In awarding the grant, Mary Craig OBE, the LloydsTSB Foundation’s chief executive, said: “Thisorganisation does excellent work in Midlothianand I am delighted that we have been able toapprove its grant application.”

BEESLACK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOLCOMMUNITY EDUCATION DEPARTMENTCERTIFICATED COURSESRLSS NEW BRONZE MEDALLION COURSEThe next 1 2-week Life Saving Class(including assessment)will be held on Monday evenings from 7.00 – 9.00 pmstarting Monday 5 September 201 1 . Cost is £88.00inclusive coaching, exam fees and RLSS Membership.Suitable for anyone aged 1 3 years to Adult who can swim1 00 metres. Successful candidates will be able to use thisqualification towards seeking employment.NEW RLSS NPLQ - FIVE DAY INTENSIVE COURSEOctober Holiday Break Monday 1 7 October – Friday 21October 201 1 . The NPLQ is an internationally recognisedaward for pool lifeguards. The course assists in developingfitness, knowledge, skill, judgement, communication andteamwork. The candidate pack contains all the resourcesfor the NPLQ. If you are interested in becoming a qualifiedLifeguard, please get in touch. Cost £1 90.30 for the 5 daycourse. Candidates MUST be 1 6 years of age. For furtherdetails on pre-requisite details, please contact theCommunity Education department Office.NEW ACCOUNTING INTERMEDIATE 2/HIGHER LEVELInteresting in accounting, this course will help studentsdevelop the skills required to prepare a range of financialstatements and accounts such as profit and loss account,balance sheet, cash budgets, etc. Term one will cover alltopics in the Financial Accounting unit and term two will

cover the Management Accounting Unit. Toachieve the full course award students will situnit assessments as well as the SQA exam.However, students can elect not to sit the SQAexam and will still receive certification for unitscompleted. This course will start on Thursday 1September 201 1 from 7.00 – 9.00 pm and will run

for approximately 30 weeks. Cost £1 1 7.00. Pleasecall for further details. Spaces limited.NEW HUMAN BIOLOGY HIGHER LEVELThe Higher Human Biology will be of additional interest toanyone wishing to pursue a career in health care andscience. It will help to develop an understanding ofbiological principles that can be applied to the any issuesfacing individuals and society today. The recommendedentry level to this course is Standard Grade Biology atGrade 1 or 2, alternatively Intermediate 2 in Biology. Thecourse is divided into 3 units. This course will start onTuesday 30 August 201 1 from 7.00 – 9.00 pm and will runfor approx 30 weeks. Cost £1 1 7.00. Please call for furtherdetails. Spaces limited.

HEALTH & WELLBEINGSWIMFITThis is a swim initiative that has been introduced by ASAand Sponsored by British Gas and Speedo. The idea is tooffer sessions which will help you with your swimmingincluding hints and tips to improve your stroke and ideasfor what to do while you’re in the pool. Beeslack alreadyoffer swim sessions but would also like to cater for theswimmers who enjoy having a structured session.BIG SPLASHThis is a UK campaign to raise the profile of swimming andis focussed on getting people who swim to have more funin the pool more often and also encouraging NEW people

to the pool. We want to attract new swimmers, helppeople to understand the benefit of exercise inthe water.NEW AQUANATAL CLASSThree Week Taster Course, Sunday 28 August –Sunday 1 1 September from 5.00 – 6.00 pm. Cost£1 0.95 payable in advance. This is a wonderful formof safe exercise during and after pregnancy.Aquanatal helps you to feel good about yourself.Aquanatal will give you an opportunity to make newfriends. Aquanatal can help you to have a shorter activelabour. Aquanatal lowers the chance of having an assisted(ventouse or forceps) or operative (caesarean) delivery.Aquanatal can help to alleviate antenatal and postnataldepression. The emphasis is on FUN, relaxation and feelgood factor it releases you from the weight of yourpregnancy for an hour or so. Try it and see.NEW SWIM4LIFE FOR ADULTSThis NEW Swimfit sessions will run on a Monday eveningfrom 8.00 – 9.00 pm Cost £3.00 for swim only, Swimfitsession Cost £3.60, Monday mixed swim 9.00 – 9.45 pm,Cost £2.75 per week payable in advance. WednesdayLunchtime Ladies only 1 .00 – 2.00 pm, Wednesday eveningLadies only 8.00 – 9.00 pm and Friday evening 8.45 – 9.45pm. Cost £3.65 if you want to take part in the Swim4Lifeprogramme or £3.00 if you just want a casual swim. Theseclasses will cater for all levels of ability. You will be giventhe opportunity to work within a structured programme.These swim sessions are designed to keep you motivatedand give you structure to your pool time. The Swimfit isbroken down into four different sections to cater fordifferent levels and goals; Health, Shape up and Tone,Fitness and competition. The Swimfit will give you hintsand tips to improve your strokes and ideas for what to dowhile you’re in the pool. There are four themes to theBritish Gas Swimfit progressing from Health through tocompetitive. Within each theme the sessions are alsoprogressive.Health for the swimmer who wants to improve their healthand lifestyle through swimmingShape up and Tone for the swimmer who wants to improvetheir body image and get in shapeFitness for the swimmer who wants to go a little further orgo a little fasterCompetitive for the swimmer who wants to…push thepace or train for a race.NEW KETTLERCISEThis is an exercise class which burns anything up to 700calories. The programme consists of 37 exercises lasting 1minute each. It is one piece of equipment, one goal, fatliberation, the exercise programme for anybody and it

works.This NEW class will start on Saturday 1 0September at 9.30 am. Contact Colin forfurther details on 07805554827.

NEW WORKSHOPSNEW FLORAL ART WORKSHOP

Saturday 24 September 1 0.00 – 2.30 pm (1 /2 hour forlunch). Interested in learning how to prepare flowers andcreate a floral arrangement. Why not come along and tryout your undiscovered talent. Create an arrangement infloral art from preparing the flowers to the finished item.Create flowers using wire and fantasy film and if that is notenough create a unique card using iris folding in CharlesRene MacIntosh design. Cost for this four hour workshopis £20.00. Book early and grab a space for this outstandingopportunity.NEW TWO DAY TROUSER DRAFTING WEEKENDWORKSHOPMaking trousers is easy the tricky part is the fitting. Bymaking our own pattern some of those problems can beeliminated. On day one you will draft a regular fit classictrouser from your own measurements and make and fit atoile. On day 2 we will add design to the block pattern andmake up the trousers fine tuning the fit while learningprocedures such as zip insertion pockets and waistbands.Bring fabric sewing kit, calico for toile, pencil rulercalculator and rubber for the pattern drafting. Also bringsewing machine if you have one. To enrol on thisworkshop, please give us a call. Date to be confirmed.

YOU SPEAKA DE LANGUAGE – NO! WHAT, YOU MEAN NOTYET?ITALIAN FOR BEGINNERSGoing on holiday to Italy? If so then why not come along tolearn some basic Italian. This class is held on Wednesdayevenings from 7.00 – 9.00 pm. This will create the idealopportunity to learn enough about the Italian Language tofit in with the locals when you are on holiday. First timeadults welcome. If we have sufficient numbers the classwill start on Wednesday 7 September from 7.00 – 9.00 pm.Cost £37.1 0 for 7 weeks.ITALIAN INTERMEDIATE LEVEL CLASSItalian is a beautiful language and the country isbreathtaking. Interested in learning how to ask for yourfood and wine when on holiday, feel comfortable enoughto join in a conversation! This class is aimed at those whohave previously attended a beginner’s course and thosewith basic language skills. This class will start on Monday 5September from7.00 – 9.00 pm. Cost £26.50 for 5 weeks.

MANDARIN (CHINESE) LANGUAGE CLASSHave you ever thought about learning how tospeak Chinese? No, well now is your chance,Beeslack are offering opportunities for lessonsfor the complete Beginner, Intermediate orAdvanced. The classes will offer Mandarin forEveryday Use, Mandarin for Tourists, and Mandarinfor business. You may want to learn how tounderstand Chinese writing, express your knowledge ofthe Chinese culture at dinner with your boss or friends.Travel to the Middle Kingdom, order food in an authenticChinese restaurant. This class is held on a Tuesday eveningfrom 7.00 – 9.00 pm. Interested? Please give us a call.SPANISH BEGINNERS CLASSSpanish for Beginners is the first level of a series of Spanishcourses in which the learner starts developing the 4language skills in a progressive manner. The course isdivided into 1 2 thematic units, which integrate all aspectsof the language (grammar, vocabulary and languagefunctions). Students will be able to express themselves insimple sentences, describe people, things, daily activitiesand places, and express likes and dislikes. This class willstart on Thursday 8 September from 7.00 – 9.00 pm. Cost£37.1 0 for 7 week term.SPANISH POST BEGINNERS CLASSThis class is aimed at those who have completed a basicbeginner’s course or those with some grasp of the Spanishlanguage. Do you want to learn more about the language?Would you like to be able to hold a conversation, ask abouttransport or order your favourite wine? Names are NOWbeing taken for the new term.

OVER 50’S GROUPS

EVERGREENS, 50+, LEISURE PURSUITS, GOLDENGIRLSThese four clubs meet on Tuesday/Thursdaymornings and afternoons. All the groups takepart in a wide range of activities e.g. Bowling,Calligraphy, Art group, Card games, Pool,Swimming, Walking, Holiday’s, Craft table and

general chit chat. If you would like more informationor would like to come along and pay a visit to the club,please call 01 968 673893 for more details.

GROUPS WITH ADDITIONAL SUPPORTNEEDS/VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIESBEESLACK ALL STARS DISABILITY SPORTS CLUBOpen to Children and Young Adults of all abilities - Thissports activity club operates on Tuesday evenings from6.45 – 8.45 pm and on Sunday afternoons from 1 .00 – 3.00pm. A wide variety of sports are on offer with activities tosuit all including all of the following: Boccia, Goal Ball,Basketball, Swimming, Football, Table Tennis, Poly Bat,Hockey and much more. If you would like to come alongand meet the members you will be made most welcome.For further info please contact Lynne Sturgeon on07981 2461 39BEESLACK FAMILY DISABLED CLUBThis group meets on Sunday afternoons from 1 2.30 – 4.00pm. This family oriented club offers a wide range ofactivities e.g. Computing, Arts & Crafts, Swimming,Woodwork, Music Therapy, Cookery, Pool and Café andmuch more. For further details please contact ClubPresident Mrs Betty Turner on 01 968 673243. Newmembers welcome. Start date is Sunday 5 September. Feelfree to drop in for a look round. Remember your first visit

is FREE.BOCCIAThis group meets on a Sunday from 3.00 – 4.30pm. We are encouraging the development of theBoccia game and competition throughexperienced coaches offering relevant pathways.Training people with additional support needs tocompetition level. Boccia is a seated disabled sportwhich can be played as an individual or team event. Ouraim is to introduce the game of Boccia to beginners andencourage experienced players within an individual andteam environment to help promote the game.Opportunities for entry into regional and nationalcompetitions within SDS and SO. Interested then giveLynne a call on Tel No. 07981 2461 39.COMMUNITY 1 st RESPONDERSAre NOT in place of the Ambulance Service, they are thefirst response whilst the ambulance is on its way. SuddenCardiac Arrest Kills 1 50,000 annually. If the right support isput in place 85% could survive. This local group is staffedtotally by volunteers supported in partnership by theschool, Royal Lifesaving Society and the ScottishAmbulance Service. The strong partnership allied to thedevelopment of the school as a training base, has led tosome 60+ local residents being trained to become activemembers. The scheme is administered and supported by avolunteer committee of local people. To train as manyvolunteers as possible, gain nationally recognisedstandards, to help save as many lives as possible, to trainmore responders both in this locality and further afield.Interested, please give Christine Kidd a call on Tel No.01 968 6701 57/07854068641 or emailchristinekidd@talktalk.netDISABILITY SWIM SQUADThis is a group of disabled swimmers with varyingdisabilities which includes a range of physical, learning andvisual impairments. Our aims and objectives are: Toimprove on swimming strokes and techniques, increasephysical fitness, emphasis is on competitive training, toencourage the swimmers to aim for Scottish Team andOlympic Team. If you know of anyone who showsswimming talent and you would like to know more, pleasecall 079941 1 94976.FRIDAY CLUBThis group of disabled adults meet once a week to socialiseand swim. Their activities include pool, bowling andchatting. The group also hold social evenings throughoutthe year to help with Fundraising projects. If you would beinterested in helping at the club or would like to become amember please give us a call.

HEALTH WELL BEING AND GENERAL INTERESTCLASSESNEW GLOBAL COOKINGThis class will start on Thursday 25 August from6.30 – 8.30 pm for 8 weeks. Cost £42.40 plusingredients. If you enjoy experimenting with avariety of ingredients and flavours, come along to

Global Cookery. Each week the group will producean exotic dish to add to your culinary repertoire. Allwelcome, from beginners to experienced cooks! The classwill be delivered by 4 Home Economics teacherscontributing to lessons on a rota basis. The session afterthis one will be in preparation for Christmas, Sweetsgalore. Learn how to make your Christmas treats.NEW LEARN TO KNITLearn to knit or improve your skills in a relaxed andfriendly atmosphere with expert tuition. No experiencenecessary. Materials provided. (Men welcome). Learnabout the basic techniques of knitting, cast on, cast off,basic stitches and shaping. This class will be run on aFriday afternoon from 2.00 – 4.00 pm. For furtherinformation please give Gilleion a call on 075840591 46.NEW LEARN TO SPINLearn to spin your own yarn, or improve your current skilllevel using traditional spinning wheels. Learn to prepareraw material, spin ply and finish the yarn. Develop a skillbase that will allow continued development, supported orunsupported. This class will be run on a Monday eveningfrom 7.00 – 9.00 pm. For further information please giveGilleion a call on 075840591 46.ARCHERY CLUBMeets on Friday evenings 7.00 – 9.55 pm and Sundaymornings from 9.30 – 1 1 .00 am. The club shoots indoorthroughout the winter and outdoor in the summer months.If you would like to join whether it is for recreational fun orto compete and take part in competitions, please give us acall. For further information please contact Doris Findlay01 968 676545.BEESLACK CAMERA CLUBTuition in camera skills, Digital processing, mainly withPhotoshop. Printing and scanning facilities are available.The club participates in competitive activities with otherclubs in the Lothian’s in addition to internal competitionsfor printed and projected images and Audio Visualpresentations. Guest speakers are a regular featuredealing with a wide variety of photographic subjects. Theclub meets on Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 7.30 –9.55 pm. The club restarts on Thursday 1 st September.

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BEESLACK THISTLE FOOTBALL CLUBBeeslack Thistle FC is a successful youth footballclub offering children the opportunity to learnand participate in games for age groups under 7and upward. We also have a separate coachingprogramme for children aged 4-7.Enquiries about playing for the club are alwayswelcome and we have the following specificopportunities: We have a few vacancies in our 2002 group.Please call Gordon on 079670381 37 if interested.Our 2001 group has been very successful and we have asmall number of vacancies for new players. If this is ofinterest, please call Shaun on 07966303291 .We are also looking for players to join our 2000 team.Please call Pamela on 07772367959 if interested.Our 1 999 team will be moving to 1 1 aside at the start ofthe new season. If you would be interested in joining thisgroup please call Walter on 07738851 675.Our 1 996 team won their league last season and will bepromoted into Division 2. If you are interested, please callBilly on 07958504791 .Our 1 995 team will move to play on a Saturday as theyprogress to under 1 7. If you are interested in playing forthis age group, please call Alex on 07762354046.

PENICUIK ATHELETIC FCIn the East of Scotland Cup we play Harthill on the 1 7thSeptember and in the Fife & Lothians, we go to Glenrotheson the 1 5th October – one of these days we might just geta home tie!SEASON TICKETSSeason Tickets 201 1 - 201 2 are now on sale and cost£60/£30 and includes match, a free programme where

printed and discount on club merchandise. Ticketsare valid for all home games in Premier League,sectional League Cup games and friendlymatches. Not valid for other cup games as gatesare shared. Contact Neil Gordon on 079361 56451 or any committee member.TEAM NEWS

With the exception of three players, all of last year’ssquad have been re-signed. Paul Leighfield and Craig Millarhave been placed on the transfer list and Mark Robertsonhas been retained until he recovers from his knee injury.The squad has been further strengthened with theaddition of the following players: Douglas Cunnison, GerryDraper, Dean Knight, James McPartlin, and Alistair Reidand negotiations continue in respect of one more player.

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