Aberdalgie news

Sep 26 2008 Perthshire Advertiser Friday

THE STEWARTRY OF STRATHEARN – There will be a united Harvest Thanksgiving service in Dunning Church this Sunday, September 28 at 10.30am. There will be no Communion service and office of evening prayer at 4pm in Aberdalgie Church this Sunday.

Abernethy

AULD ABERNETHY ASSOCIATION –The first of the programmes of lectures for the 2008/09 session of the Association will take place in the Museum of Abernethy on Wednesday, October 1 at 7.30pm. The speaker will be Jess Smith who will give a talk entitled 'Wanderers in the Mist', which informs us on the life, characters and traditions of the travelling people. All welcome.

TWINNING ASSOCIATION –There is a keen French interest to resurrect the Abernethy twinning association and they have asked the Community Council to ascertain the degree of interest in Abernethy. If you are interested in re establishing the Twinning Association please register your interest with a Community Council member or email abernethycommunitycouncil@msn.com

CHURCH – Family Harvest Thanksgiving Service will be held on Sunday at 9.30am. Non perishable food items will be gratefully accepted and donated to CATH. Donations of cash will be given to the Farm Africa Appeal. All welcome. Abernethy Primary School Harvest Festival will be held in the Church today (Friday ) at 2 pm.

COFFEE MORNING – Macmillan Coffee Morning today (Friday ) in the Church hall from 10am. Come and Join the World's Biggest Coffee morning.

BLYTHSWOOD – Shoe Box Appeal, Information and leaflets now available at the Church.

GUILD – The opening meeting of the Guild will be on Thursday, October 2 at 7 30pm in the Church hall when the speaker will be the Rev Alec Wark who will give his thoughts on the theme "He Restores My Soul. New members will be most welcome.

Aberuthven

THE STEWARTRY OF STRATHEARN – There will be a united Harvest Thanksgiving service in Dunning Church this Sunday, September 28 at 10.30am. There will be no Communion service and office of evening prayer at 4pm in Aberdalgie Church this Sunday.

Almondbank

ST. SERF'S CHURCH – The Rev. Bill McGregor led the Service last Sunday. The scripture readings taken from 1st Kings and Luke were read by Jenny Strachan. Mary and Margaret Jamieson donated the Church flowers and Hazel Armstrong was at the organ. The Harvest Thanksgiving Service will take place this Sunday at 10am and will be conducted by the Rev. Philip Patterson. The first meeting of the Ladies Group will take place on Thursday, October 2 at 7.30pm in the Church Hall when the Rev. Philip Patterson will be the speaker. All ladies will be very welcome.

Alyth

ADULT EDUCATION – Alyth Adult Education Association are offering a variety of classes for their autumn term. Mondays: Dru Yoga – Alyth Town Hall, 7.30pm to 9pm, tutor Aileen Brown. Classes start October 20 for nine weeks, excluding December 8. Fee £28. Tuesdays: Intermediate Computing – Alyth School, 7pm to 9pm, tutor Irene Robertson. Classes start October 21 for eight weeks. Fee £32. Only 12 places are available. Following on from computing for beginners, this course will step up a gear and concentrate on Microsoft Word-formatting, styles, borders, tables, mail merge, labels, and pictures; with email and internet activities included. Not for complete beginners. Wednesdays: Computing, Get to Know your Laptop (Windows Vista) – Alyth School, 7pm to 9pm, tutor Irene Robertson. Classes will run on October 22 and 29, and November 5 and 12. Fee £30. Only six places are available. Computing, Get to Know Your Laptop (Windows XP) – Alyth School, 7pm to 9pm, tutor Irene Robertson. Classes will run on November 19 and 26, and December 3 and 10. Fee £30. As before but using Windows XP operating system. For further information or to enrol, please contact Mrs Pam Drysdale either by telephone on 01250 873641, or by post to Annandale, Parkhill Road, Blairgowrie PH10 7DS to arrive as early as possible. Cheques should be made payable to AAEA. Contact Pam Drysdale on 01250 873641.

PARISH CHURCH – The morning service on Sunday (September 21) was conducted by the minister, the Rev. Sheila Kirk. The Guild coffee morning on Saturday raised £735. Everyone's generosity, help, and support is very much appreciated. The prayer group meets in the church lounge on Thursdays at 10am. This Sunday (September 28) will be a very special day in the life of Alyth Parish Church when the minister will ordain a number of new elders. Thirty people have committed to the sponsored walk or run to Belmont Castle Home on Sunday, October 12. This event is to raise funds for the long overdue redecoration of the church. Sponsor sheets are now available. The church website www.alythparishchurch.org.uk is updated weekly.

MUSICAL – Alyth Musical Society began rehearsals for their 2009 production, Fiddler On The Roof, in the Ogilvy Rooms on September 15 at 7.30pm. The company are on the look out for possible leading men and certainly need younger males to play an important part in the story. Of course everyone, male and female, will be most welcome. This production requires children and anyone interested aged 10 to 12 years can go along to a meeting on the same evening and venue at 6.45pm. Parents are most welcome to go along and see what is involved.

GALA COMMITTEE – Townspeople will have the opportunity to comment on this years gala and put forward ideas for the future at the agm to be held in the Lesser Town Hall on Tuesday, September 30, at 7pm. It will also be a chance to join the team by volunteering for the committee. New blood is always needed. The retiring committee would love to see a good turnout at this meeting.

SCOTTISH DANCING – Alyth Parish Church Scottish Country Dancing Group will meet in the Airlie Street Hall on Thursday this week (September 25) from 7.30pm to 9.30pm, cost £2.50. There will be live music by Tom Clark. No experience, or partner, is required. For more information please contact Anne Archbold on 01828 632971 or Moira Robertson on 01828 632770.

Auchterarder

FLOWER CLUB – Meets Wednesday, October 1 in Aytoun Hall Institute at 1.45pm. Demonstration by Mrs Linda Soutar of Dunfermline titled “Reflections”. Competition entitled “Still Waters”.

BOWLING CLUB – Numbers drawn this week were 2, 5, 6, 18. No matching line. Total for next draw, September 30, is £875. Closing of the green this Saturday, September 27th, all wishing to take part enter their names by 2pm for 2:30pm on the green.

Balbeggie

COFFEE MORNING – There will be a Coffee Morning at Townhead Cottage, on Saturday, September 27 from 10.30 to midday in support of McMillan Cancer Relief.

Ballintuim

BASKET WHIST – A basket whist in aid of hall funds will be held in Ballintuim Village Hall this Friday (September 26) at 7.30pm.

Bankfoot

CHURCH – The service this Sunday is in the hall at 10.30am and will be conducted by the minister. All welcome.

QUIZ – The first quiz of the new season will be held on Wednesday, October 1 at 7.30pm in the Atholl. Entry is £2.50 per person. Please come along for an enjoyable evening of trivia and fun. Proceeds will go towards the tennis courts resurfacing fund.

WEDNESDAY CLUB – Next meeting on Wednesday, October 1 at 2pm to 4pm in the Church Hall. The speaker will be the writer Mrs Margaret Gillies Brown, “A Write Way of Life”. All those over 50, very welcome.

Bendochy

CHURCH – The service at Bendochy Church on Sunday (September 21) was conducted by the Rev. Bruce Dempsey. The service at Bendochy Church was harvest thanksgiving and all gifts were given to Blythswood. The prayer group meets in the manse on Wednesdays at 6.30pm. If you have any prayer requests please inform Betty Doe or Kathleen Godfrey or fill in a slip from the Abbey Church vestibules. Aces is on Sundays at 6pm in the Abbey Church Hall. This is a family service and all are welcome. A craft fair will be held in Blairgowrie Town Hall on Saturday (September 27) from 10am to 4pm. Tea, coffee and hot pancakes will be available. There will be a silver collection at the door.

Blackford

CHURCH – Craft Fair, October 11 in Blackford village hall, from 10am to 5pm. Refreshments available all day, entry free.

Blackwater

CONCERT – Harry MacFadyen will be in concert at Blackwater Hall on Saturday, October 25, at 7.30pm. His show, Spirit of Scotland, will include bagpipes, guitar, mandolin, and vocals. Tickets cost £5 and are available from Morag Houstoun on 01250 882241 or Pam Cameron on 01250 882269. There will also be a bar and raffle.

Blair Atholl

CHURCH – Church of Scotland Coffee Corner takes place every Thursday in the Lower Church Hall, Blair Atholl, from 10am to noon with a short time of worship at 11am.

Bridge of Cally

WHIST DRIVE – The Bridge of Cally Village Hall committee are to hold a whist drive in the hall on Friday, October 3, at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome. For further information please telephone 01828 634281.

CRAFTERS – The Cally Crafters group meet at the Blackwater Public Hall on Thursdays between 1pm and 3.30pm. Cost is £2 which includes tea or coffee.

Bridge of Earn

SWRI – Meeting Wednesday, October 8 at 7.30pm in the Village Institute. Craft Evening with Linda Retson & Freda Andrews, competition Painted Flower Pot. Everyone welcome, information can be had by phoning 812657 or 812481.

Cyprus Golf Club –The last outing of the season is to Canmore Golf Club on Sunday, September 28. Bus leaves Kintillo phone box at 8pm prompt. Usual pickup points on route. recent lottery winners were: D Ptak, A Bell and A Gordon, £25 each. Annual presentation dance is on Saturday, November 8. All members who have trophies are asked to return them as soon as possible.

WRVS – The Lunch Club which meets every Tuesday in the Institute has a couple of vacancies to help on a once a month rota. The club is enjoyed by 16 lunch goers and has been successfully in operation since 1998. anyone interested in joining the team or who would like more information, please contact lunch club organiser, Mrs Sheila Nimmo on 01738 812630 or WRVS Perth office on 01738 621557.

Burrelton

BOWLING – On Saturday (September 20) Burrelton Bowlers enjoyed lovely weather for their closing day. A progressive game of bowls was organised by secretary John Findlay. After 17 ends of bowling the highest-up winners were Barbara Pratt, June Gardiner, and Peter Rodger. Millie Ward, Jim Smith, John Findlay won the consolation prizes. The final draw for the 150 Club tickets took place and the winners were Iain Morrison £35, Ron Rattray £25, Alex Laing £15. President Bob Morris then introduced Mrs Helen Whytock and her son Ron, who recently donated a cup in memory of Dave Whytock who passed away in the autumn of last year. Mrs Whytock's husband was a long standing member of Burrelton Bowling Club, as was his father before him. Ron duly presented the cup to this year's winner, Ian Milne. Ladies' president Irene Smith presented the trophies to the following winners and runners up: Gents' Champion Ian Milne, runner-up Gavin Harris; gents handicap winner Gavin Harris, runner-up Dave Smith; senior championship winner Ian Milne, runner-up June Gardiner; senior handicap winner Dave Smith, runner-up Ian Milne; Roger Smith winner Marie Milne, runner-up Dave Smith; two bowl singles winner Marie Milne, runner-up Jim Hutchison; gents' nomination pairs winners Heb Clark and Peter Rodger, runners-up Jim Ower and Dave Smith; gents' club pairs winners Jim Syme and Dave Smith, runners-up Alex Morrison and Alan Findlay; gents' senior pairs winners Heb Clark and Dave Smith, runners-up Will Malloch and Peter Rodger; gents' triples winners Bob Ward, Peter Rodger and Gavin Harris; runners-up Frank Rule, Dennis Chambers and Alan Findlay; McMillan trophy winner Dave Smith; mixed pairs winners Irene Smith and Jim Hutchison, runners-up Anne Wilson and Jason Taylor. President Bob Morris presented the ladies' trophies: Ladies Champion Irene Smith, runner-up Marie Milne; nomination pairs winners Irene Smith and Marie Milne, runners-up Nanny McDonald and Anne Lamond; club pairs winners Barbara Pratt and Marie Milne, runners-up Margaret Alexander and June Gardiner; two bowl pairs winners Barbara Pratt and June Gardiner, runners-up Nanny McDonald and Marie Milne. Burrleon Bowling Club are holding their annual whist in Burrelton Hall on Friday, November 28, at 7.30pm. Anyone wishing to take a table, or would like to be included in a table, please contact Anne Wilson on 01828 670555 or Irene Smith 01828 670250.

SENIOR CLUB – The next meeting will be this Thursday (September 25) when Jan Merchant, from the Archives section of the A. K. Bell Library, will give a talk. At the following meeting on Thursday, October 9, John Bell will entertain. For further info contact Marie on 01828 670344, Margaret A. on 01828 670558, or Margaret L. on 01828 670314.

GUILD – The Cargill Burrelton Guild dedication service will be held this Sunday (September 28) at morning service at 10am. The opening meeting will be held on Thursday, October 2, at 7.30pm. The speaker will be Liz Paterson who will relate her, African Connections. New members welcome. If transport is required please contact Margaret on 01828 670314 or Sheena on 01828 627773.

VILLAGE HALL – The next event will be the Hallowe'en Party on Friday, October 31. There will also be a Hogmanay dance. Should anyone have any enquiries relating to the hall, or wish to make a hall booking, please contact Carole Dunbar on 01828 670478.

CHURCH – Harvest Thanksgiving will be celebrated on Sunday, October 5, during morning worship which starts at 10am. There will be a retiring collection for the RNLI.

Caputh & Spittalfield

CHURCH – Sunday morning’s service in Caputh Church will be a service of thanksgiving. Donations of dry goods, eg tea, coffee, sugar, pasta, cereals etc will be accepted in the church for CATH’s kitchen in Perth. The re-dedication of the Guild will be included in this service in preparation for the opening meeting of the new session onWednesday, October 8 at 7pm in the session room where all will be welcome to hear Mrs Norma Forbes bring a “Taste of India”. Traidcraft goods will also be available on Sunday. The Sacrament of Communion will be celebrated in Caputh Church on Sunday, October 12 at 11.15am. There will be no evening table.

BLYTHSWOOD CARE – The annual shoebox appeal has been launched for this Christmas. Leaflets listing goods required and instructions for packing are available in the church. Sunday, October 26 is the last date for acceptance of boxes to ensure delivery for Christmas.

Collace

COUNTRY CAPERS NIGHT – Will be held on Friday, September 26 at 7pm in Kinrossie Hall. Teams of up to four people, entry fee £10 per team includes soup and sausage rolls. Raffle for which donations will be gratefully received. The night will be a social occasion consisting of various lighthearted competitions guessing items in every day use. The night is suitable for all ages so please come and join in the fun. There will also be background music and invite you to bring your own liquid refreshments and glasses, to enjoy. If you can entertain by singing or playing a musical instrument there will be a jamming session too. Any questions contact Marion, tel 650240. There are prizes to be won too.

CHURCH – The Harvest Thanksgiving is on Sunday, September 28, starting at 11.15am. Gifts of produce will go to Churches Action for the Homeless (CATH) in Perth. A collection will be taken at the door, after the service, for The Good Hope Centre, Mombassa, Kenya, for a second orphans home.

Coupar Angus

CHURCH – The service at the Abbey Church on Sunday (September 21) was conducted by the Rev. Bruce Dempsey. During the service Irene Henderson gave a presentation on Compassion. This organisation sponsors more than a million children in 25 countries in the developing world. It is Christ centred, child focussed and church based and for 60p a day the world for a child can be changed. The prayer group meets in the manse on Wednesdays at 6.30pm. If you have any prayer requests please inform Betty Doe or Kathleen Godfrey or fill in a slip from the Abbey Church vestibules. Confidentiality will always be observed. Aces is on Sundays at 6pm in the Church Hall. This is a family service and all are welcome. A craft fair will be held in Blairgowrie Town Hall on Saturday (September 27) from 10am to 4pm. Tea, coffee and hot pancakes will be available. There will be a silver collection at the door.

ADULT EDUCATION – There is still time to enrol for the Coupar Angus Adult Education Association's autumn classes. The Tai Chi and Scottish Country Dancing classes especially, would welcome more participants. Mondays: Tai Chi – Gym Annexe, Coupar Angus PSl, 7pm to 8.30pm, tutor Lilla Streather. Classes started on September 22. Gentle and calming exercise for the body and mind. This class is suitable for all. Please wear loose clothing and soft flexible shoes. Tuesdays: Yoga – Coupar Angus Town Hall, upstairs, 7pm to 8.30pm, tutor Aileen Davidson. Classes started on September 16. No class on October 7. Come along, relax, and get fit on this super new yoga class. A gentle exercise and relaxation session. Suitable for all abilities. Thursdays: Afternoon Art Class--Guide Hut, School Road, Coupar Angus, 1.30pm to 3.30pm, tutor Elaine McKinlay. Classes started on September 18. No class on October 9 or 16. If you feel like getting creative come along and join this informal leisure class. Suitable for both the complete beginner and the more experienced artist. Scottish Country Dancing – Coupar Angus Primary School Hall, 7pm to 9pm, tutor Christian Catto. Classes started on September 18. No class on October 9 or 16. This is a general class for people of all abilities; beginners, intermediate, and advanced. All classes run for 10 weeks. Fee £28, concession £26. For further information or to enrol, please contact Elaine McKinlay either by telephone on 01828 627040, or by sending a cheque along with name, address, contact number, and class choice, to CAAEA, 56 George Street, Coupar Angus PH13 9DJ. Cheques should be made payable to CAAEA.

THURSDAY FRIENDS – Thanks to the kindness of the Coupar Angus and District Heritage Association for letting us have the three weeks they had booked for their charity shop, the new group Thursday Friends, formerly Toc H, will now have a charity shop opening on Monday, October 20, and closing on Saturday, November 8. Owing to popular demand the group will continue with their monthly afternoon parties, etc for the senior citizens, and will continue using the Toc H Hall until it is sold. They hope to raise a large amount of money from the charity shop, and possibly also receive a few donations, and hopefully successfully apply for a grant to enable them as the new group to purchase the Toc H hall. They have been told that they will get first chance to purchase before it goes on the open market. If they are fortunate enough to buy it they will make sure that it is legally worded that the ownership of the hall will remain in Coupar Angus for the use of the group. They had no say in the selling of the hall although it was bought by the Coupar Angus Men's Group. Under the Toc H Charter anything acquired by a group belonged to headquarters and not the branch, and in the future there will be no headquarters. The next party will be in the Toc H Hall on Thursday, October 9, at 2.30pm, to which all will be welcome. The first whist and dominoes night will be on Wednesday, October 15, at 7.30pm, and all ages will be very welcome at this fun night.

HERITAGE – The Heritage Association have organised a bus trip to the Alford Heritage Centre, Aberdeenshire, for this Saturday (September 27). Bus tickets are priced at £12 to include entry to the museum which has very interesting displays. The bus will leave at 8am and return at about 7pm. Only a few tickets remain to be sold and these are available at 8 George Street.

ILLUMINATORS – Louise and Ann thank everyone who donated goods for the Illuminators' charity shop, and tombola and raffle, especially Olive. It was very much appriciated. They would also like to say thank you to Lydia, Liz, Mary and Jenny for their help over the two weeks. There will be some new Christmas Lights in Coupar Angus this year. The school compitition winner will be announced soon.

MAGGIE'S CENTRE – A fund-raiser in aid of Maggie's Centre, Dundee, will be held in Coupar Angus Town Hall on Saturday, November 8, between 2pm and 5pm. Entry is £2 to include tea or coffee and home baking. Items for sale will include exclusive greeting cards, invitations and thank you packs, gift wrap, tags, and charity Christmas cards.

SCHOOL – Coupar Angus PS SPA will hold a bingo tea in Coupar Angus Town Hall on Friday, November 7, eyes down 7.30pm. Please take own cup. Donations for prizes and raffle will be gratefully accepted.

CHARITY SHOP – The Mothers' Union will hold a charity shop in George Street, Coupar Angus, from September 30 to October 10. Opening hours will be 10am to 4pm.

LUNCH CLUB – St Anne's Ecumenical Lunch Club has restarted on Tuesdays at 12.30pm and will run fortnightly until December 16. All are welcome.

TEA DANCES –Coupar Angus tea dances will restart in Coupar Angus Town Hall on Wednesday, October 1, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Entry is £2 and there will be live music.

Dunkeld & Birnam

WHIST DRIVE – Royal British Legion Scotland whist drives will commence in the clubrooms at 7.30pm fortnightly from Thursday, October 2. Anyone is welcome to come along and join in a game of social whist.

Dunning

THE STEWARTRY OF STRATHEARN – There will be a united Harvest Thanksgiving service in Dunning Church this Sunday, September 28 at 10.30am. There will be no Communion service and office of evening prayer at 4pm in Aberdalgie Church this Sunday.

Errol

CHURCH – Yo-Yo, for P5-P7 children, meets in the Ochil Room, Friday, September 26 at 7pm Services of Harvest Thanksgiving conducted by the Rev. Douglas Main will be held on Sunday, 28 September in Kilspindie and Rait Church at 9.30am and Errol Church 11 am. After worship in both churches members of the congregation will meet to vote on the draft basis of Parish Grouping. At Errol children meet for Sunday School at 10.45am and in the evening young people of the church and community will present a Concert in the Church, commencing at 6.45pm. After its summer recess Errol Church Good-as-New Shop re-opens on Wednesday, October 1 at 1.30pm. All welcome to view and purchase goods or just to chat over a cup of tea. The Congregational Board will meet at 7pm.

Forteviot

THE STEWARTRY OF STRATHEARN – There will be a united Harvest Thanksgiving service in Dunning Church this Sunday, September 28 at 10.30am. There will be no Communion service and office of evening prayer at 4pm in Aberdalgie Church this Sunday.

Glenfarg

CURRY LUNCH – The Abernethy & Glenfarg branch of the Perth Conservatives will hold a curry lunch on Sunday, October 19 at 12.30pm at Drunzie Farm House, Glenfarg (by kind permission of Major & Mrs W Blackie). An alternative to curry will be available. Tickets costing £12.50, includes wine, can be obtained from Ian Cartwright (01738 850740), any committee member or from the Association office (01738 842892).

CHURCH – At the service in Arngask Church on Sunday, September 21 the Rev Alec Wark baptised Amelia Jane, infant daughter of Victoria & Raymond Dorans, Newmarket and granddaughter of Mr & Mrs J Robertson, Abbots Deuglie, Glenfarg. Two special visitors also attended the service they were Jacui Hirst from Abernethy, who attends the King's Church, Perth, who spoke on her visit to Kenya and Jaques Uwimana from Rwanda, now Perth, wearing Masai warrior costume. Harvest Thanksgiving will be held in Arngask Church on Sunday, September 28 at 11am. The Church will be open from 11am to 12 noon on Saturday, September 27 to receive gifts for the Harvest Table. Alternatively, monetary donations may be given and these will be donated to FARM Africa. As part of the Harvest festival festivities, Sunday Club and S club are supporting the Farm Africa "Give poverty The Boot Campaign". To help our children learn about issues like poverty, food and farming we are fundraising by holding a coffee morning with "welly cakes!" Please come along after the service and support this good cause. We would also encourage members of the congregation to come wearing Wellingtons on Sunday, if you don't ....you will be asked to pay a donation as you leave the service. The children have been busy decorating old Wellingtons and these will be for sale at the coffee morning after the service. A competition is also being held for the ‘Best Use Of An Old Welly’, we would like all members of the congregation to join in with this and bring their wellies next week.

SOUP & CHAT – If you are free - please come along to the Village Hall on Wednesday, October 1 at 12.30pm and enjoy a warming bowl of soup and a chat. All are welcome.

BOWLING CLUB –Winners of the September "100 Club Draw" were £20 - M Middleton, £15 - L McConnell, £5 - A Valentine, £3 - H Farquhar.

ACCORDION & FIDDLE CLUB – The Glenfarg Accordion & Fiddle Club meets in the Village Hall at 8pm on Wednesday, October 1, when the guest artist is Robert Whiteford Scottish Dance Band.

VILLAGE FETE – A public meeting is to be held in the Village Hall on Tuesday, October 7 at 7.30pm to examine all aspects of future Village Fetes. Individuals and representatives of all village organisations are invited to attend.

Guildtown

BINGO TEA –Guildtown Community Association are holding a Bingo tea in the hall on Friday, September 26. Eyes down at 7.15pm all donations most welcome.

Kinclaven

CHURCH – The service on Sunday (September 21) was conducted by the Rev. Bill Ewart. The organist was Janet Coyle and the Bible readings from St Matthew ch. 20, vv. 1-16, was by Muriel Rae. The harvest thanksgiving service will be held this Sunday (September 28) at 9.45am. Donations of dried goods for Cath's Kitchen will be welcome. There will also be a retiring collection for Farm Aid (Abroad).

Kinloch Rannoch

GAMES NIGHT – Village Hall, Friday September 26 starts 7pm. Lots of games to suit all ages from nursery to nineties. Snooker, pool, board games, tennis and bowls. Entrance £2 includes tes/juice and crisps. All proceeds to Church funds.

BRAES OF RANNOCH CHURCH – An afternoon tea with a sales table will be held in Georgetown Hall, Bridge of Gaur on Saturday, September 27 at 2.45pm. Entrance £2. A free bus will leave Kinloch Rannoch square at 2.15pm, returning after the sale.

COFFEE MORNING – Help create a huge stir by supporting the World’s Largest Coffee Morning with Macmillan Cancer Support. Kynachan Hall, Tummelbridge on Friday, September 26, 10am till noon. Every cup sold will help improve the lives of people living with cancer.

CAR WASH – Let local fire fighters make your car shine at the Fire Station on Saturday, September 27 from 10am to 1pm. Tea or coffee available will your car is being washed.

Kinross

ART EXHIBITION –Dunfermline and District Art Club held its’ annual Art Exhibition in the Parish Church last week. The emphasis was on watercolours and I Thorogood's charming study of The Grassmarket made Edinburgh look sunny and continental. S Galbraith ably captured Tobermory's vibrant colours and shimmering reflections. It was Pittenweem's water which invited C C Clark to capture the charm of the village, while G Andrews focused on the bright vivid bobbing fishing boats. S Galbraith captured local scudding clouds and windswept grasses in Harvest (2). C C Clark returned to one of her favourite studies with a charming Trio of Poppies. J Tydeman used not only watercolour but also pen in his sets of four charming local studies. These featured Cleish village, The Kirkgate Park, Kinross and Vane Farm. The best of the bird studies was M Drysdale's Geese and Mallards. M Nobb's study in oils of The Diamond Forest, St. Lucia used stunning vivid hot colours. There were also experiments in acrylics and mixed medium. The red dots appeared on many paintings and also on sale were charming cards, flowers from beads, woodturning, cushions and shawls. The Parish Church is a charming venue for exhibitions such as this.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL –The next meeting of the Community Council will take place in the Masonic Hall on Wednesday, October 1 at 7:30pm when Gordon Banks MP plans to attend. The Community Council has written to Perth and Kinross Council requesting the Electoral Roll be returned to the local Council Office.

BURLEIGH SANDS – Local Police advice to motorists is to still be aware when using the Burleigh Sands car park.

–Tonight, Friday, sees the Kinross shire Round Table Quiz Challenge.

BEER FESTIVAL Tomorrow, Saturday, Kinross shire Round Table's third annual Charity Beer Festival will be held at the Pier Bistro. Tickets are available from Sands, Ironmonger.

WORLD'S BIGGEST COFFEE MORNING – Today, Friday, please take the time to visit one of the many MacMillan Coffee Mornings being held locally, including one at the Guide and Scout Hall, Church Street, Milnathort and one at Arnotlea, by Kinnesswood.

WEST SIDE STORY – Tonight, Friday, is your last opportunity to see the talented local youngsters who make up MTKY in their production of West Side Story in the High School hall.

BRIDGE – Milnathort Bridge Club resumes on Monday, September 29 at 7pm prompt in Loch Leven's Larder. New members will be made very welcome. Details on 01577 863590. Kinross Bridge Club resumes on Wednesday, October 1 in Kinross Church Centre at 6.45pm. New members very welcome. Details on 01577 862901.

CIVIC TRUST – The Awards evening for the 2008 Best kept Village Competition will be held in the Guide and Scout Hall, Church Street, Milnathort at 7.30pm on Monday, September 29.

Kirkmichael

OPEN STUDIOS – Kirkmichael Session House will be taking part in the Perthshire Open Studios week which starts on Saturday (September 27) and runs until Sunday, October 5, and will open between 10am and 5pm each day and on Sunday from 11am to 5pm. The Perthshire Open Studios event will be held all over Perth and Kinross. At the Session House many of the artists and crafts people who displayed their work at this year's summer festival held in Kirkmichael Village Hall, will once again display their talents. It is hoped to have small demonstrations running throughout the week. The Art in the Glen group meet in the Session House once a week, on Tuesdays at 2pm. They are a small group of local artists, experienced and beginners. They explore different ways of discovering and expressing their talent in an informal environment, focusing on drawing and painting. They have now re-started after their summer break. Perthshire Open Studios' brochures are available from the Session House, Kirkmichael Village Shop, and Bridge of Cally Shop. Tea and coffee will be available for a small donation. For more information please contact Petrina Menzies on 01250 881770 or 01250 882242.

LADIES' NIGHT – An evening of indulgence for ladies, with beauty treatments, crafts, food, drink, or retail therapy, will take place in Kirkmichael Village Hall, this Friday (September 26) from 7pm to 10.30pm. On the night there will be a variety of treatments, hands-on workshops and demonstrations, including: manicure or pedicure, Indian head massage, reflexology, local Virgin Vie representatives, home and fashion accessories, knitting and crafts, gift ideas, or just enjoy a chat with friends over a drink and light supper. There will be a licensed bar. Tickets cost £5 is bought in advance, or £6 at the door on the night, and include a complimentary glass of fizz and a light supper. Tickets are available from Hannah Goodman on 01250 881435. Proceeds from the evening will be shared between the Strathardle Coffee Tots and CLIC Sargent (Caring for Children with Cancer).

SESSION HOUSE – Games nights take place on the last Wednesday of the month. Cost is £1 and includes refreshments. All ages are welcome. Children under eight years must be accompanied by an adult.

Luncarty

CHURCH –This Sunday we are holding a Joint Family Service of Harvest Thanksgiving in the Church Centre at 10am. The service will be conducted by the Rev Bill McGregor and there will be tea, coffee and juice served after the service, along with the usual monthly Fairtrade stall. There will be a retiring offering in aid of Build Africa (Registered Charity No.298316). There will be the usual ‘Open Door’ at the Church Centre on Wednesday afternoon from 2pm to 4pm, when anyone is welcome to come along.

BOWLING CLUB – The numbers for the prize draw were 3,7,18,19. There was one winner. Next weeks prize money is £100

COFFEE MORNING – The recent Christian Aid Coffee Morning held in Luncarty Church Centre raised the sum of £183. Sincere thanks to those who attended and supported this event.

FC SOCIAL CLUB – Peter and Sandy will be playing in the club on Saturday from 8.30pm to 11.45pm. All welcome. The Social Committee are holding their monthly bingo tea on Tuesday, September 30 at 7.30pm. All welcome.

Meigle

HISTORY SOCIETY – The next meeting of the society will be held in the Kinloch Arms Hotel, The Square, Meigle, this Wednesday (September 24) at 7.30pm. #New members and visitors are welcome. For further information please email history@meigle.org.uk. The speaker for this meeting is Dr Tony Cox and his topic is, The Life and Death of a Dundee Radical--George Mealmaker. This year marks the bicentenary of the death of George Mealmaker (1768-1808) who some consider a forgotten man among the Scottish Martyrs transported to Australia for speaking out against the British Government of the late 18th century.

GUIDES – 1st Meigle Guides and Brownies have restarted for the autumn winter term in the Guide Scout Hall, Forfar Road. All girls aged seven to 10 years are welcome to the Brownies, from 6.30pm to 7.30pm, and all girls aged over 10 years to the Guides, from 7.30pm to 9pm. All adults wishing to be involved, either as leader, unit helpers, or on an occasional basis, please contact Margaret on 01828 640619 evenings or 01250 874432 day times.

CRAFT FAYRE – Meigle's Christmas craft fayre will take place in the Kinloch Memorial Hall on Saturday, November 8, from 10am to 1pm. To book a table for this busy and very successful event please telephone Doris on 01828 640421. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Meikleour

FAIR – A gift fair will be held in Meikleour Village Hall on Sunday, October 5, from 10am to 4pm. Local crafts and gifts will be on display with prices to suit every pocket, an opportunity to shop early for Christmas, which shouldn’t be missed. Funds raised will go to Meikleour Village Hall and your support is most appreciated. For further information pleased contact the secretary on 01250 883358.

Methven

BOWLING CLUB – The lottery numbers this week were 1,5,9,17. There were no winners so next weeks prize money will be £2000.

BINGO TEA – Community centre on Friday, October 17 at 7.30pm. All welcome.

CHURCH – The Rev Bill McGregor led the service last Sunday concentrating on the Queen of Sheba. The readings were taken by Nicola King and the children answered questions on the American flag and the country's motto - "In God we Trust". People wishing to donate flowers and produce to the Harvest Thanksgiving may do so either on Saturday between 2 to 4pm at the church, or at the service on Sunday, September 28 at 11.30 am. The Rev Philip Patterson returns after his holiday and hopes members and friends will join the congregation this Sunday for Back to Church Sunday.

Mount Blair

RAINBOW WHIST – Mount Blair WRI are to hold a rainbow whist in the Blackwater Hall on Friday, October 31, at 7.30pm.

Newburgh

AGE CONCERN – Are holding a Coffee Morning in the TICC on Saturday, October 4 at 10am. All the usual stalls. Entry £1. All donations, gratefully received, can be handed in on the day, from 8.30am onwards. The money raised goes towards the Christmas Vouchers and cash donations to various clubs and organisations for senior citizens of Newburgh and District. If you will be 75 before October 31 this year, and wish to receive a Christmas voucher, there will be forms available at the Coffee Morning, or contact Christine Norton, 6 Mitchell Street, Newburgh KY14 6AU, tel 01337 840134.

BONUS BALL – The winner of last weeks TICC bonus ball was Shona Gray on number 45.

BOWLING CLUB – Winners of the Kilgour Cup were Sammy Colville and Drew Coyle. Runners up were David Aitken and Craig Barnett. The Senior Gents won by 18 points to 14 against the Senior Ladies in the annual match. Four rinks from Almond Valley were the visitors in a new friendly winning by 70 – 66. The club played Lodge Lindores 106 in the Annual game and won by 17 – 7. The highest up for the Lodge were Mrs V Johnston, R Alexander, D Primrose and M McIntosh. Highest for the club were Mrs A Henderson, Mrs J Clark, J Corcoran and E McIntosh.

COFFEE MORNING – The TICC youth club hold their Coffee Morning tomorrow in the centre at 10am. all welcome.

CONCERT – Many thanks to all who attended the Alistair MacDonald Concert in the Parish Church last week. An enjoyable night of songs and tales were enjoyed by a very appreciative audience. The sum of £596 was raised for church funds.

ODDFELLOWS – The Annual General Meeting of the Newburgh Caledonian Lodge of Oddfellows will take place at 7.30pm in the Mason’s Hall on Thursday, October 2. All members are duly invited to attend.

SONGS OF PRAISE – A Large congregation enjoyed singing their favourite hymns at an open air celebration of 25 years linkage of Abdie and Dunbog with Newburgh. The service took place in the grounds of Lindores abbey and was attended by past minister Rev. Ian Taylor and his wife Joy. Rev. Lynn Brody conducted the service and introduced Ida and Keith Waddell who spoke about their missionary work in Zambia.

THURSDAY CLUB – A lovely afternoon of music was enjoyed when Elizabeth played all her favourite music from the shows. Mrs McQueen thanked her on behalf of the club. Next week the guest will be Mrs Netta Bury. Meeting on October 2 in the TICC. All welcome.

WAR MEMORIAL – The project winners would like to say a huge thank you to all those who supported the Anzio Coffee Morning on Saturday, September 20 at the TICC. A grand total of £1045 was raised.

Newtyle

HISTORY GROUP OUTING – This year the Newtyle History Group outing will be a walk and conducted tour through Newtyle Village this Sunday (September 28), starting by Hatton Castle at 1.15pm. Amongst others, the following points of interest will be included: Site of Balcraig Castle, Hatton Incline, Hatton Castle interior, the Glack, pond and mill site, the old station exterior, the Weaving Mill and restored weavers' cottages, the three church buildings (exteriors), Bannantyne House exterior and its mill site, Kirkton Farm Cottage exterior, and the kirkyard. Not least in importance will be the last stop for coffee or tea, and a good natter. The walk will be about two miles long, but punctuated with frequent stops, and should take between two to three hours. Parking is available adjacent to the park and in part of Commercial Street.

Pitlochry

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASS – Class commences in Moulin Hall on October 9 at 7.30pm. Beginners welcome from 7pm. All levels of dancer welcome, no experience required! Come along and enjoy, great exercise, music and fun. For further details contact June Templeman 01796 473488.

SHOW – Thanks for keeping Scottish variety alive was the comments of the people at a Scottish Night Out Show in the town hall, Pitlochry on Wednesday night. The show stars Eddie Rose Scotland's Son of Fun, champion accordionist Sandy Lindsay, on Clarinet Heather Sadler the Jean Swanson Dancers and Pipe Major Sharon Kelly. They are all local artists trying to keep Scottish variety alive.

PIPE BAND – After eight years at the helm of the Robert Wiseman Dairies Vale of Atholl Pipe Band, Andy Renwick has taken the decision to step down from the post of Pipe Major. A pupil of his predecessor Ian Duncan, having joined the Vale at the age of 13, Andy took over the reins of the Vale in December 2000. In stepping into Ian’s brogues, Andy had the proverbial hard act to follow. After promising signs in 2005, seasons 2006/2007 turned out to be some of the best that the Vale had enjoyed for many years. However a reappraisal of his work-life balance this season has prompted Andy’s decision to resign. Andy’s replacement as pipe major is Pipe Sergeant Adrian Cramb. A popular choice, Adrian has been with the Vale since starting the pipes. He first competed with the band in Santa Rosa in 1984 at the tender age of 14. Adrian is a Vale stalwart, having played with the band in Grade One all through the Ian Duncan era, subsequently becoming Pipe Sergeant after the appointment of Andy Renwick as Pipe Major. Adrian’s appointment has been met with great approval within the band. He will be assisted by Andy, who although stepping down from the post of Pipe Major, will continue to play in the Vale as Pipe Sergeant. It is worth pointing out that Adrian’s appointment follows a tradition within the Vale of selecting its new Pipe Majors from within the current band personnel. A presentation was made to Andy by Adrian and Band Chairman Angus Clark of a silver mounted hair sporran.

FOOTBALL – Vale Of Atholl F.C.(sponored by R.W.Bell Electrical) League. Alyth 6 Vale 1. A much depleted Vale team went down heavily to Alyth, although up until midway through the second half they were very much in the game, being only One down. The goal came 20 minutes into the first period when the home winger got his cross in to the back post and the centre had time to bring the ball down and net easily. Alyth’s second was a cracker from 25 yards which gave Thorne no chance. If any blame was to apportioned it was that, again, the midfielder had plenty time to move forward before he shot home. A third goal was awarded 10 minutes later without the ball going anywhere near the net, a shot came back off the post and Aya Thorne won the race to pick up the rebound and play carried on, the referee then blew his whistle and gave a goal much to everyone’s astonishment. Vale were having some success going forward mainly through Robbie Tritton and Gav Brown but there was a lack of sharpness in the opposing box for there to be any end product. The home side then scored another good goal but once more there was a distinct lack of marking from Vale’s midfield and defence. Peter Thain pulled one back when he volleyed home Browns cut back, the fightback ended there though as Alyth scored another two as the visitors lost all shape, going down to their heaviest defeat for a while. A poor day for the visitors who for one reason and another were without 13 players for this trip. Nevertheless, for the first hour or so things were going reasonably well, then they fell apart, the team were badly let down by some of the squad who seemed to find something else to do at the last moment and consideration of this will need to be taken on board by Vale’s management for this Saturday. Team:Thorne, Tritton, MacLennan, Young, Beattie, Brown, Sheppard, Crowe, Campbell, Rutherford, Thain, Murray and Rutherford. Player of The Match Gavin Brown. Away Player Gavin Brown. Saturdays fixture is a League game at home to Tay Thistle, kick off 2pm. The tote was won last week.

BOWLS – Pitlochry Bowling Club 2008 results: Senior Singles Winner – Joan Irvine, Runner up – Jim Brown. Mixed Pairs – Inga Appleton/John Anderson, R/u – Betty Milne/Jim Brown. Butter Cup – Jim Fyffe, R/u – John Anderson. Club Pairs – Roy Nicol/Jim Fyffe, R/u – Jim Brown/John Anderson. Men's Champion – Alan Maxwell, R/u Ron Angus. Ladies Champion – Betty Milne, R/u – Irene Moulson. Ladies Pairs – Margaret Sasada/Betty Milne, R/u – Christine Duncan/Cath Dawson. Two Bowl Pairs – Christine Duncan/Elma Spence, R/u – Jim Fyffe/Jean Fyffe. Saturday, October 4 sees the closing of the Green with the annual match between the Treasurer’s v Secretary’s teams at 2.30pm. The weekly Bingo sessions start on Monday, October 20. Whist on 21st and the Short Mat Bowls on the 22nd.

Moulin Bowling Club: Coilavoulin Cup. Pairs Championship Winners – Dougal McLauchlan and Bill King (skip), Runners up – Jim Brown and Bill McIntosh (skip). Balnakeilly Cup (singles) – Jim Brown, R/u – Hugh MacKintosh. The Green will close on September 28 with the traditional match between the Secretary’s v Treasurer’s teams at 2.30pm.

CHURCH – This coming Sunday, September 28, Pitlochry Church of Scotland is participating in a UK wide event known as ‘Back to Church Sunday.’ This initiative, which began in Manchester in 2004, is designed to highlight one Sunday each year as a chance to invite and welcome back to church those who have not been for some time, - or even ever! This Sunday is also special in that it is the Sunday when Harvest Thanksgiving will be celebrated. The service starts at 10.30am, and lasts about an hour. There is a crèche and Sunday Club for children. Afterwards there is tea and coffee in The Tryst for all who wish to stay on. A warm invitation is extended to all, and anyone who wishes to attend will be most welcome!

Scone

CHURCH – Scone Old Parish Church Guild meet in the hall on Thursday, September 30 at 7.30pm. Mr Ronnie McGuire will show slides of St Kilda. All welcome. Harvest Thanksgiving was celebrated last Sunday, with the service being conducted by Hamish Coulter, Reader. The church had been decorated the previous day and gifts were brought by members of the congregation, which included the BB Anchor Boys. The organ was played by Margaret Buchan. After the service the gifts were made up into over 90 parcels which were delivered in the afternoon around the village by members of the congregation and some of the BB Company Section. The service this Sunday will be at 11am and will be conducted by the minister.

BRIDGE – Results (September 18) 1 H Campbell/M Anderson 63.10%, 2 E Collin/N Mack 56.82%, 3= S & D Ellacott J Mitchell/P Upperton 54.55%. Bridge players can now play on Thursday mornings in Scone New Church hall play starts at 10am. Everyone welcome.

GUILD –At the afternoon meeting of Scone New Church Guild on Tuesday, Evelyn Thomson, Project Co-ordinator, introduced two speakers from the Lydia Project Mission, the chosen Guild Project for the year. This group helps people in Eastern Europe to get together to find the means to have a better quality of life. The two speakers, Fiona Hulbert and Patsy Pitkeathly, have been in Lithuania to meet and encourage these groups to be self sufficient. People they visit have no funds, and need general help and advice. The latest project is aimed to help and rescue Trafficked Children, something which is sadly becoming more common. Mabel Sharp, President, gave the vote of thanks, and the meeting closed with the Grace.

OLD FOLKS CLUB – Starts Wednesday, October 8 in RDM Institute at 2.30pm. Entertainment by Billy Marshall and Val Douglas. Afternoon Tea. Joining fee £3, Afternoon tea £1.50.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY – The first meeting of the winter session takes place in Scone Old Church Hall on Monday, September 29 at 7.30pm. All members are invited to come along to hear Geoff Holder talk about "Mysterious Perthshire". New members are most welcome.

Stanley

CHURCH –There is no service of worship in Stanley Church this Sunday as we are holding a Joint Family Service of Harvest Thanksgiving in Luncarty Church Centre at 10am. The service will be conducted by the Rev Bill McGregor and there will be tea, coffee and juice served after the service, along with the usual monthly Fairtrade stall. There will be a retiring offering in aid of Build Africa (Registered Charity No.298316). Anyone requiring transport from Stanley is asked to contact Kate Baldie (828263). There will be the usual ‘Open Door’ at Luncarty Church Centre on Wednesday afternoon from 2pm to 4 pm, when anyone is welcome to come along.

COFFEE MORNING – The recent Christian Aid Coffee Morning held in Luncarty Church Centre raised the sum of £183. Sincere thanks to those who attended and supported this event.

Stormontfield

ST DAVID'S CHURCH –Last week's service was conducted by Hamish Coulter, Reader. The church was beautifully decorated for Harvest Festival, and the gifts were later taken to the parish church to be added to the parcels taken out in the afternoon. The organist was Pauline Guy. The service this Sunday will be at 9.30am and will be conducted by the Rev J Bruce Thomson.

WRI News

BRIDGE OF EARN – Mrs M Allstaff, president, welcomed members to the first meeting of the new session. Reports were given on Perth Show, Group and Federation events. After business, Mrs Ann Castle gave a demonstration on ideas with supermarket flowers using everyday containers. Competitions: Three Bloom Arrangement – 1 Mrs W Scott, 2 Mrs M Allstaff, 3= Mrs J Blair and Mrs J Towsey; Flower of the month – Mrs J Towsey. A vote of thanks was given by Mrs W Scott.

ERROL – The September meeting was held in the Community Centre. Guest speaker was Mr Ron McCabe who gave a demonstration of different ways to cook marlin and seabass. Competitions resulted: Quiche – 1 D Reid, 2 S Turner, 3 H McIntyre; spoon rest – 1 B Lewis, 2 D Reid, 3 J Lawson; flower of month – H McIntyre. The vote of thanks was proposed by Mrs H McIntyre.

FORGANDENNY – Mrs Jenny Methven presided, and welcomed members to the new session. After business she introduced Mrs Chalmers from Methven who gave an interesting demonstration showing off her lovely crafts with members taking part. Competitions: Raspberry jam – 1 M Bell. 2 I Morrison, 3 H Jenkins; favourite ornament – 1 H Jenkins, 2 S Thomson, 3 J Methven. Irene Morrison proposed a vote of thanks.

KINGLANDS – On the first meeting of the season, Mrs S Cookson welcomed members and friends. After business Mr Wallace Gillbraith gave a detailed talk about acupuncture and how if the energy channels in the body get distorted, this can lead to disease, but health can be restored by accessing the correct channels at various parts of the body. Competitions: Dog ornament – 1 J McLaren, 2 S Cookson, 3 L Ferguson. Tea hostess was Mrs L Ferguson. The vote of thanks was given by Mrs J Chalmers.

LUNCARTY – President Mrs J Liddle presided over the first meeting of the new season held in the Church Centre. She welcomed members and one new member to the Institute. The speaker for the evening was Jacqui Foggo who gave us the history of Avon Products. Mrs J Liddle gave the vote of thanks. Before business was attended to, tea was served by hostess, Mrs H Davidson and Mrs C McNaughton. After the raffle was drawn, the meeting was closed. Competitions: Perfume bottle – 1 M McGregor, 2 A McGregor, 3 N Chalmers; flower of the month – 1 A McGregor.

MID ATHOLL & STRATHTAY – Mrs Betty Robertson, President, welcomed members and visitors to the first meeting of the 2008/09 session. Following the business meeting was a “Taste and Try” table to which members had brought a variety of tasty recipes which were enjoyed by all present. (Fortunately the food was all calorie free for an SWRI meeting!!) Competitions: Raspberry jam – 1 F Davidson, 2 C MacFarlane, 3 A Kirk; blank card any craft – 1 F Davidson, 2 H Evans, 3 A Kirk.

MURTHLY – President Alice Melville welcomed everyone to the September meeting. After business members joined in on an informal evening of "Speed Chatting" the fun five minute sessions of getting to know each other were enjoyed by all, it also served as a great introduction to the newer members and guests in attendance. Competitions: Favourite kitchen timer – 1 Margaret Valentine, 2 Jean Ferguson, 3 Pauline Boyle; Flower of the Month – Mary Dalziel.

PITLOCHRY – The first meeting of the session took place in Aldour Community centre. The demonstrator was Shielah Wintersgill with "A Bunch of Flowers". She kindly gave the finished beautiful arrangements to the Raffle winners. After business was concluded home-made refreshments were served. Competition winners: Posy in a cream jug – 1 K Scott, 2 A Cowan, 3 I West; Fruit loaf – 1 I West, 2 G Wilkie, 3 A Cowan. The next meeting in Aldour is on October 16, when Colin Liddell is bringing his new book "Pitlochry - a History". All ladies welcome.