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Zumbathon for headstone restoration fund
An East Calder minister is looking out his dancing shoes.
Just in case . . .
For the Rev Dr Andre Groenwald has pledged to take part in a Zumbathon in aid of the East Calder Cemetery Restoration Fund.
But only if the hall is full.
"This is a great community," said the minister, from Kirknewton and East Calder Parish Church of Scotland, "so I am challenging them to give their full support to this worthy cause.
"And I promise that if the hall is full, I will dance - although I'll probably need to go to the doctor afterwards."
The Zumbathon will take place in East Calder Primary School from 12noon - 2pm on Saturday 18 February. Tickets cost £5, raflle strips can be had for £1, and there is also the option of sponsor sheets.
The restoration fund has set out to raise £15,000. "They have raised £9,000 so far," added the minister, "I was supposed to organise an event and I spoke to Lindsay Anderson, who came up with this idea.
"It's been a real community effort and we are very grateful to everyone who has helped raise money so far."
Anyone wanting to take part can pay at the door, although they should let organisers know in advance that they are coming on 07834 183 084 or 07816 835 926.
Players ready for kick off
An appeal for footballers has had a happy ending.
A player shortage could have forced Mid Calder Colts 2003 to withdraw from their league before it even started.
But now, six new players have come forward.
"This gives us a team to take forward now," said club vice-chairman Derek Adams.
"We've got the kids some kit and they will be registered in next couple of weeks to join the west Lothian soccer sevens development structure, which starts in the next couple of month.
"I'd like to pass on a huge thanks to all who helped spread the word and gave the lads an opportunity to progress their development and love of The game."
Counterweight course
If you're thinking about weight loss or looking for information on how to lose weight, A Counterweight programme starts at Craigswood Xcite Centre on 7 February, from 6 - 7pm.
Counterweight is an education programme for healthy living and weight management. It consists of six educational sessions every two weeks held over a 3-month period, followed by two further reviews within the year.
The aims of the programme are:
- To help you change your eating behaviour and physical activity levels for the long term
- To help you achieve a medically worthwhile weight loss of between 5-10% of your starting weight
- To help you maintain your weight loss
- To improve your health generally
For further information or to book a place, please contact the Health Improvement Team on 01506 775626. Please note Counterweight is only open to those aged 18 or above and with a BMI of 28 or over. If you need help to see if you are eligible please contact susan.scott@westlothian.gov.uk Places are limited on the Counterweight programme.
Put Your West Foot ForwardJoin us on our free walks to meet new friends, discover new walks in your area and improve your fitness.
A walk to the Lizzie Bryce strip leaves from Craigsfarm Campus at 10am on Tuesday 7 February.
Don't worry if you're not very active at the moment, or are recovering from injury or illness - you will be able to walk at your own pace and there are always options of shorter walks. Our walks are led by trained walk leaders and last between 30-60 minutes.
The groups are friendly and welcoming and will support new walkers to build up their pace and distance. For more information or for a programme, please contact Laura Dunkel, Health Walk Coordinator on 01506 771896 or laura.dunkel@westlothian.gov.uk
Midnight football set to restart
Midnight league football sessions are re-starting in West Lothian.
These offer youths aged 12 ? 17 years the chance to play supervised, free 5-a-side football on weekend evenings.
- Players can turn up in teams or as individuals to be placed in a team at the following venues:
Fridays ? 30 March
Craigswood Sports Centre 7pm ? 9pm
East Calder Sports Centre 7pm ? 9pm
Linlithgow Leisure Centre 8pm ? 10pm - Saturdays ? 31 March
Blackburn Community Centre 8pm ? 9.45pm
Just turn up at any venue and play or for more information contact Craig Bodel on 07769930941 or email craig.bodel@westlothian.gov.uk
Pupils' posters to go on display at station
The winners and runners-up in a poster competition, depicting the importance of rail safety, the benefits of rail travel and the local history in the Pumpherston and Uphall Station areas, were presented with their prizes at the school's Nativity play.
British Transport Police?s (BTP) neighbourhood policing team based at Bathgate organised the competition, in partnership with train operator ScotRail and Livingston Rotary Club for the school's P 6 pupils, as part of an 'adopt a station' initiative.
New website for Trust
Kirknewton, now has its own community website.
There is a section on all the local community groups and web space for more information from them. There is also a gallery for pictures and people can make an 'eco-pledge' for all to see.
The web site has been produced by tictoc and the Kirknewton Community Development Trust. Visit the website at: www.kirknewton.org (new window)
Last updated 06/02/12
