A & S HERALD
BEITH NOTES
WEEK ENDING SUNDAY MAY 23, 2004
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GUIDING FOR FUN: 3RD Beith Guides spent last weekend at Lapwing Lodge where they took part in a myriad of fun events in brilliant sunshine. Several girls were presented with awards by Ayrshire North County Commissioner, Elizabeth Higton (3rd from left second front row).
(Photo: Donald L Reid)
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INDEPENDENCE DAY: The staff of Beith’s high-class hair salon, Independence located at Beith Cross, gather for a photo at their doors open day last week.
(Photo: Donald L Reid)
NEWS
HARRIERS
At the West District Championships at Meadowbank Stadium on Saturday
May, 15 Beith Harriers were represented by Cameron Clark, who won a gold medal
in the boys' U/15 long jump and a silver medal in the triple jump and Colin
Evans, who won a bronze medal in the boys' U/15 high jump. On Sunday
May, 16 several of the Saturday morning runners successfully completed the
Women's 10K in Glasgow - well done to Morag Boyd, Lorna Fraser, Pamela Gray
and Margaret McNaughton! The Beith Harriers annual races take place on Sunday June, 13. There are races for children from pre-school age up to U/17 at the public park at 2.00 pm - registration from 1.00 pm at the Community Centre. These are followed by the Annual 4.2 mile Road Race for adults starting at 3.00 pm. It would be great to see a few more local runners take part. Beith Harriers would also welcome help from any members, ex-members, friends etc able to help out with the organising and stewarding of the races. Anyone interested in competing or helping please contact Margaret on 502863 or Susan on 503254.
ANGLING
Beith St. Inan’s Angling Club trout-takers fished their third competition of the season, the Coachhouse Trophy, on Kirkleegreen Reservoir on Wednesday night in cold and windy conditions. Despite the weather 17 anglers turned out, and in an improvement on recent competitions, five anglers weighed in 6 fish. The competition was won by Willie Ashwood with two fish for 4lb 6oz, and second place went to John Haggerty, after an eventful evening with one rainbow weighing 1lb 14oz, the remaining three anglers weighing in brown trout. Willie Ashwood currently heads the club championship with 20 points, from Stewart McNaughton with 10 and John Haggerty on 8. The next date for the diary is the West Trophy, to be fished on June, 12.
BEITH JUNIORS
Beith Junior are nothing if not innovative in their fund raising ideas. They will shortly be offering a very unsual competition which has a fabulour £1,000 cash prize and it is called Poop the Scoop! This competition is not a new concept and in fact has been used in the States as a fundraiser for some time now. It’s a CASH prize competition with no human skill or possible intervention. Tickets will be sold at £2 each or 3 for £5 and there will be a single cash prize of £1,000. Intrigued! Well here is a brief outline of the competition. The tickets will have printed on it a reference number relating to an area of the Bellsdale Stadium playing surface ranging from A1 to Z50.
There is no limit to the amount of tickets that can be purchased by one person but as the tickets will be random and sellers will not have blocks of the pitch to sell no one person should have ownership of a large area thus keeping the competition open to chance more than judgement. On the competition day (date still to be advised, but likely to be during August) an animal of some description will be placed on a starting point on the pitch, this will be decided by drawing from a hat the reference point (e.g. C16), the animal will be placed in the centre of that grid and will then be free to roam wherever. When the animal decides to relieve itself of its ‘poop’ the spot it lands on will be declared the winning grid. An independent judge will be present to ensure proceedings go smoothly and his/her decision will be final. The committee of Beith Juniors hope to tie the day into a BBQ and people who purchase tickets will be invited to join us at the ground to watch the proceedings and receive their prize, if successful. It’s a fun competition with a substantial prize and with a special emphasis on promoting the club and Beith town to a wider audience. So folks, watch this space for more information about Scoop the Poop. Tickets for this fun fund raiser are now available in Bright Sparks. Beith Juniors also have a range of Polo Shirts in Black or White are now available to order in sizes 'S', 'M', 'L' and 'XL' and great value at only £12.00 per shirt. Beanie Hats priced at £6.00, lightweight style compared with the fleece ones sold in the Winter. And finally they also have Baseball Hats, a very popular item and again great value at only £7.00. All items available from Brightsparks or contact any committee member.
1st BEITH BB
The 1st Beith BB Company will be holding their annual jumble sale on
Friday May, 28 at 6.30pm, so come along and pick up a bargain, and help to pay
the heating bills for another year.
PLAYPARK
Beith Playpark Action Group would like to thank all those who attended the last under 12s disco where the night of fun raised a fabulous £50. Kids are asked to note that the next disco is scheduled for Saturday June, 12 from 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm in Beith Community Centre. Admission is £2 and there will be the usual tuck shop. The committee pass on their thanks to Ladbrokes, Beith Branch for their recent donation of £200. The group have received a donation of two two posts and a tennis net from the National Recreation Centre at Inverclyde, Largs and they pass on their grateful thanks. The group are currently arranging an Exotic Dancers ladies night in Beith Masonic Club and the date will be announced in due course. Watch this space ladies!
ARREST
Inspector Kenny McLachlan, Kilbirnie Police, advises that a 33 year old man was arrested in Mains Road, Beith in the early hours of Sunday May, 16 following a report that a male was in possession of a knife. Following the allegation the male was taken into police custody and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. The local top cop also advises that bogus workmen, in short conmen and thieves, are again on the go in Beith. On this occasion the bad guy was pretending to be a plumber. This crime occurred on Thursday May, 13 at 10.00 am. when an elderly woman who lives in the area near the bypass, was the victim of an unscrupulous criminal who entered the her home on the pretext of a water leak in a neighbour's property. The old lady, in her eighties, was then distracted by the conman who asked her to run water. The lady then found that a large sum of money had been taken from her purse. The suspect at some point had attended at a nearby address around the same time but left on the householder being suspicious. Suspect is described as male, white, 30/50 years, 5'8"-6' with short dark hair, dark clothing and a polite West of Scotland accent.
No mention of a vehicle, although it is likely that one would have been used. Police This type of crime has been perpetrated in Beith on a regular basis over the last few years. Elderly people can be very vulnerable to con men and caring neighbours are asked to be extra-vigilant and remind older folk about never allowing any stranger into their homes. All the public utlity workers carry identification, but even in such cases older folk should, if in any doubt, keep the person out until a friend or neighbour comes to their assistance.
ARTS GUILD
Beith Arts Guild's Annual Art Exhibition takes place in the Community Centre and will run from Monday May, 31 till Sunday June, 6. Opening times will be Monday to Friday 1.00pm -9.00pm Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm and Sunday June, 6 from 2.00pm - 4.00pm. Admission is free so do come along and purchase a painting of your choice. Exhibits from local schools will also be on show. For members and invited guests the opening is on Sunday May, 30 and will be carried out by Dr. Hunter who was a well known and loved figure in Beith for many years and is now resident in Bettyhill in Sutherland
BARRMILL COMM ASS
Barrmill Community Association are holding a number of fun events during the month of June all being held in the village community centre. The fun festival kicks off on Monday June, 7 from 1.30 pm until 4.00 pm with an open carpet bowls competition. Everyone is welcome, even simply to watch, and prizes are on offer and there will also be a raffle. There is a small cost of 60p which includes sandwiches and afternoon tea. On Wednesday June, 9 Greenhills Rural are holding a Cream Tea in the village hall from 7.00 pm until 9.00 pm and there will be a sales table. Tickets are £1.50 from any WRI member or simply pay at the door. On Tuesday June, 15 there will be a special prize bingo with eyes down at 7.45 pm and this includes tea. On Friday June, 18 there will be a children’s karaoke and disco in the village hall. This kicks off at 7.00 pm and kids must be aged 16 years or under. Tickets are £2.00 or you simply pay at the door. There will also be a tuck shop. On Monday June, 21 there will be a cheese and wine and an associated art display being hosted by the Arts Class in Barrmill Community Centre. The events runs from 7.00 pm until 9.00 pm. Tickets are £2 or simply come along on the night. There will be an extensive art display and there may be opportunities to purchase paintings. On Saturday June 26 there will be a dance with 70s and 80s style music in the community centre. There will be a raffle and tickets are £4 which includes supper. On Sunday June, 27 there will be an open air church service in the park at Barrmill conducted by Rev Fiona Ross. This begin at 6.30 pm and everyone welcome. If the weather is inclement, the service will be held in the village hall. This special service will feature hymns requested by the congregation. Tea and biscuits will be served after the service. For more information contact Jean Gilbert on 01505-502521 or any committee member.
CANCER SUPPORT
Bill and Moira Haining, energetic organisers of the top-notch Beith branch of Ayrshire Cancer Support Group pass on their thanks to Betty and Leslie Maitland, Gateside Nursery, for sponsoring this year’s summer draw. They also cordially invite their regular loyal tickets sellers to pick up books of tickets now from Billy’s of Beith. A £20 anonymous donation was received last week from a grateful patient.
JUDO
Beith’s M-A-S Judo Club now meet regularly in Beith High Church Hall. Contact the club coach, Steven Smith on 07944-658023 for details.
SCOUTS
Beith Scout Group will hold their AGM on Thursday June, 3 which coincides with the meeting regarding Summer Camp and all parents are encouraged to attend. The meeting will take place in the lounge of the Eglinton Inn and will start at 7:30 pm. On Saturday May, 29 the group is having a bag packing session at Beith Co-op in aid of funds for their trip to Moscow and St Petersburg, Russia in October. The Scouts hope that they can continue to count on the support of the people of Beith in making our events successful. From Friday 18th – Sunday 20th June is the groups annual Summer Camp. This year 50 boys and 10 leaders are off to Lochgoilhead Scout Centre for an action packed weekend of sailing, abseiling, canoeing, gorge running and many more activities. Weekends of this nature are incredibly expensive but due to a donation by the Beith Christian Action Group (Thrift Shop) of a £1000.00 the boys can travel to the centre by luxury coach, adding to the fun of the weekend. On Saturday 26th June – Monday 28th June 15 boys are taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Silver and Bronze Expedition. Both expeditions will take place in the Loch Doon area but each section will be run separately. Anyone wishing information about Scouting as a hobby and leisure activity in Beith is asked to contact Group Scout Leader, Dr Terry Williams on 01505 502429. He will be only too happy to provide the relevant information or refer enquiries in the direction of one of the relevant section leaders.
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Members are reminded that the next meeting of Barrmill Community Association will be held on Thursday June, 3 at 7.30 pm in the Barrmill Community Centre. A good turnout is requested.
RURAL
Greenhills Rural recently held their last meeting of the current session in Barrmill Community Centre when the speaker was Mr Duncan Watt of Dalry who gave a fascinating and nicely illustrate talk on Scottish Wildlife and Celtic Culture. After the talk the ladies held their AGM when president Mrs Barbara Raeside retired and handed over the presidential role to Mrs Sheila Craig. It was then announced that there would be two additional members of the committee – Mrs Betty McLeod and Miss Dot Graham. The Janet Garven trophy classes were judged by Mrs N Nisbet and Mrs J Howie from Dunlop Rural. Class 1 for 3 potatoes, 1st Mrs Brown, 2nd Mrs B Radeside, 3rd Miss M Brown. Class 2 fruit loaf, 1st Mrs B Raesdie, 2nd Mrs N Brown, 3rd Miss M Brown. Class 3 Dundee Cake, 1st Mrs B Raesiode, 2nd Miss M Brown. Class 4, 3 custard creams, 1st Mrs N Brown. Class 5, apple tart, 1st Mrs N Brown, 2nd Miss M Brown. Class 6, coffee sponge, 1st Mrs B Raeside, 2nd Mrs N Brown, 3rd Miss M Brown. The winner of the Janet Garven trophy was Mrs N Brown and Mrs B Raeside was runner up. The winner of the Annie McLellan trophy for an article in crochet was Mrs Janet Lamont. The joint winners of the Janet Reid trophy were Miss Janet Lamond and Mrs N Brown. The winner of the Lady Patrick Salver was Miss Margaret Brown. After the business was dealt with the ladies enjoyed a very successful bring and buy sale. Members and friends are reminded the Greenhills Rural Cream Tea will be held in the Barrmill Community Centre on Wednesday June, 9 fropm 7.00 pm until 9.00 pm. The aim is to raise funds for the village hall and the ladies are hoping for a great response. There will be the usual ancillary stalls which should attract visitors including the not-to-be-missed baking stall.
SAFETY FORUM
Due to the elections taking place, the Garnock Valley Community Safety Forum has changed the date of their next meeting to June, 17 at 7.30pm in Bridgend Community Centre, Kilbirnie. All members of the public are welcome to attend, to discuss any concerns relating to community safety issues and it may be that the Forum will be able to help. Funding has been awarded to the group through Lottery Awards for All for the following: Personal safety courses and dates for these courses will be advertised shortly and the places will be given on a first come first serve basis, so please do not hesitate when you see them advertised. This course is free of charge and will be given by a professional trainer. This course is anticipated to be ten weeks. The Forum in partnership with the Roads Department and the Police will be issuing Cycle passports, this involves a safety check on your bike. The bike will then be marked and a photograph will be taken and the cyclist will be issued with a cycle passport which will be invaluable in the recovery of your cycle in the event of a theft. However, the aim should always be to ensure that the bicycle is not stolen in the first place! The first cycle marking event will take place in Beith Co-op Car Park Friday June, 18 from 3.30 pm –7.00 pm. This coincides with National Bike Week. Several agencies play a part in this event and the Forum will supply film for polariod cameras. The group aimed at here are 10-16 year olds but all bikes will be marked. Garnock Valley Safety Forum will be holding more of these events in partnership with local police. Further dates to follow, so watch this space. The Community Safety Forum has also applied for funding to hold more First Aid Courses and once dates are confirmed this will be advertised widely.
CALOR GAS AWARD
Beith and District Community Council had great success last year when they entered the town in five categories of the Calor Gas Scottish Community of the Year. They have decided to enter again this year. The categories are community business, young people, older people, environment and community life. If any group or organisation has been involved in projects or innovative or interestingly different community activities in Beith and District which relate to the above categories particularly since June 2003 to the present, details of this would be very helpful for the Community Council submission. Contact Donald Reid on 01505-503801 as soon as possible or preferably drop in a brief note of recent activities which fit with the above categories. The closing date for submission of local information is May, 30 to allow a submission to be prepared. The assistance of all groups and organisations is greatly valued and simply taking part in this national competition does help to put Beith on the public limelight in a positive way and highlights the town as a good place in which to live, work, socialise and importantly perhaps encourage inward investors to consider locating here.
AFTER SCHOOL
Registration for the Beith Out of School Care (BOSC) service will start week commencing Monday June, 7 to Friday June, 18 BOSC operates from 3.00 pm till 6.00 pm in the GP Room at Beith Primary School. Parents, with children who currently attend the BOSC. also need to register for August 2004 to June 2005 to guarantee their place for next session. If you are a working parent and require child care for after school, please contact Stacey McWilliams on 01505 500375 between 3.00 pm and 6.00 pm or Lynne Digney on 01505 506080 between 7.00 and 9.00 pm for further details.
OPEN DAY
Hessilhead Wild Life Rescue Centre is holding an open day on Sunday June, 13 from 12 nooon until 4.00 pm. There will be an opportunity of seeing some of the rescued wild life as well as enjoying browsing at a large variety of stalls selling cakes, books, plants and bric-a-brac. There will a variety of attractions specifically for children including face painting. Car parking is £1, but entry to the open day is free. It is emphasised that no dogs are allowed at this event.
CHARITY NIGHT
Janet Hill of Beith’s Myrtlebank is organising a charity night in the Strand on Saturday June, 5 at 8.00 pm. This is a 60s/70s disco night and all funds raised will be donated the charity Lupus. There will be raffles and fund raising surprise events on the night. Simply come along and enjoy the evening from 8.00 pm till late. Prizes for the raffle will be warmly welcomed. For further information or if you wish to donate a prize for the raffle contact Janet on 504748.
LEGION
The Garnock Valley Branch, Royal British Legion, will observe the 60th anniversary of the Normandy Landings on Sunday June, 6 with a church service in Kilbirnie Barony Church at 11.00 am. Thereafter the Veterans will meet the Kilbirnie Cenotaph for a Wreath Laying Service which will also be conducted by Rev Ian Benzies. All ex Service personnel and the general public are cordially invited to attend. Medals to be worn where appropriate. The next meeting of the Garnock Valley Branch of the Legion will be held on Monday June, 7 in Beith Masonic Club at 7.30 pm for 8.00 pm.
WALKING FOR HEALTH
The ladies of Beith are really into keep fit! Beith Ladies Walking Group has a regular programme of local walks to suit most age groups during the summer months. They are keen to recruit more lady members. As well as walking they enjoy a happy blether and even mange to put the world to rights as they plod around the highways and byways of the Garnock Valley. The following are the scheduled meetings of the group. Thursday June, 3, Auchenskeoch, Dalry; Monday June, 7 Glenlora, Lochwinnoch; Tuesday June, 15 Belltrees and planning at The Hungry Monk, Lochwinnoch. There is no truth in the rumour that they are also planning a nosh-up when they visit the starving clergyman! However, we will find out for sure in due course. The welcoming walkers meet each week meet outside Trinity Church at 7:30pm. Interested? Contact Helen for details. hhblackburn@btinternet.com or telephone (01505) 502271. Come on ladies, forget Coronation Street for a week or two and dig out the walking shoes and enjoy the great outdoors and get fitter in the process.
EX PRESIDENTS
Garnock Valley Ex Presidents Bowling Association played their annual friendly game against Kilmarnock and District Ex Presidents at Ladeside of Kilbirnie Bowling Club last Sunday. A most enjoyable day was had by all dspite the fact that the Kilmarnock lads ran out winners on the day by 78 shots to 72 over the six rinks. The thanks of everyone who played is extended to Ladeside of Kilbirnie Bowling Club for the use of their facilities and for an excellent meal and hospitality extended. A special thanks goes to peter Maxwell for his preparation work and to Anne and those who helped in the kitchen and to the bar staff. Members are reminded that the next fixture is against Johnstone and District Ex Presidents at Glengarnock Bowling Club on Sunday June, 18. Those available and wishing to play are asked to give their names to their respective officials as soon as possible.
HISTORIC
Beith and District Historical Society members and friends enjoyed their annual charbanc outing last Saturday. They left Beith at 9.00 am and enjoyed a brief coffee break at the famous Green Welly Tearoom at Tyndrum before their next stop at Cruachan Power Station. The braver Beithites ventured into the heart of the ‘hollow mountain,’ where the witnessed the ingenuity of Scottish engineering. After enjoying the visitor centre and tearoom they carried on to Oban where the sunshine happily accompanied them until their departure at 4.00 pm. After stopping briefly at Inverary, the historic time-travellers arrived back in Beith at 7.00 pm with everyone agreeing that it had been a fabulous and faultless away day. A special thank you is due to secretary, Sue Williams for making all the arrangements.
JAUNT
The ever-so-jovial Jolly Beggars trip to Tarbolton and Dumfries has seen 32 places now snapped up for this jolly charabanc jaunt. As well as the Jaunty Jolly Beggars the neighbouring cronies from Kilbirnie Rosebery and Dalry Burns Clubs have also found this a not-to-be-missed day out with several Burnsians booking places. And believe it or not this trip to the Burns Country will include on the ‘bus the one and only Robert Burns. For those who are scratching their heads in bewilderment, it can be confirmed that this is not actually Oor Rabbie, but rather the well known member of Dalry Burns Club with the same name! Only a few seats are now left. This trip takes place on Thursday June, 10 leaving Beith at 9.15 am and arriving back at 8.00 pm. The poetic punters are bound for a tour which takes in the Batchelors Club and the Burns museum at Tarbolton Lodge, then onward to Dumfries to visit Ellisland Farm and museum then a hearty lunch at the famous Globe Inn which they will also tour, a visit to Burns House, St Michael’s Church and mausoleum and finally the Dumfries Burns Museum. Fellow Burnsians from Dumfries Howff Burns Club will be acting as tour guides which will make the visit much more interesting with their informed local knowledge. The trip then continues homeward bound through bonny Galloway to Castle Douglas for High Tea and hence back via New Galloway, St John’s Town of Dalry, Carsphairn and back down Ayrshire byways to Beith. The cost of the trip is £10 which includes morning coffee and scones and entrance fees to all museums. All Jolly Beggars and friends of the club are asked to confirm attendance as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Contact Jolly Beggars secretary, Donald L Reid on 01505-503801.
RADIO CITY
The Garnock Valley’s Flagship Healthy Living Centre located at Kilbirnie Cross is now offering a range of different classes and courses to suit all tastes. Following feedback from the Garnock Valley “Get Together” in March, Radio City are now offering free supported internet access for older people. This takes place on Wednesday mornings from 10.00 am until 12.30 pm. This is not a class as such, but you simply drop in and can access the internet. Staff are on hand to give assistance as required. For full details of a range of interesting courses held at Radio City contact them on 01505-685700 or drop in to find out more.
MASONIC
Tomorrow (Saturday) popular local group, Remedy will be appearing live on stage at Beith Masonic Club from 8.00 pm until late. There is the usual cover charge of £2 and the not-to-be-missed evening of bingo with raffle and snowball. Regulars are reminded that there is a special cabaret evening planned for Saturday June, 26 when the popular star, Dean Park, will entertain in cabaret from 8.00 pm. The recent club raffle was has been drawn and Scott Dillon is the winner of one gallon of whisky, W Crawford is now the proud owner of a DVD player, W Broadfoot is happy with his litre of whisky as is S Gladstone with his litre of vodka and a further 11 prizes have also been won. A full list of prize winners is on the notice board in the Masonic Club.
GUIDES
Last weekend 25 Guides and 4 leaders from 3rd Beith Guides enjoyed an activity holiday at Lapwing Lodge in excellent weather conditions. The girls took part in a variety of interesting activities including crate building, assault course, watersports, archery and general games. Ayrshire North County Commissioner, Elizabeth Higton, made a surprise visit to the centre on Saturday evening and presented Laura Bell, Pamela McCarroll, Hazel Wylie and Lyndsey Kennedy with their Baden Powell Awards. In addition, Guide Guider, Elaine Reid was presented with the Chief Guide Award. Beith Guide Commissioner, Ellen Hart also made a visit and the talented troop put on a quickly arranged concert. All in all a great weekend thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. Special thanks to Guider Elaine Reid for making all the arrangements and to Guiders Kay McPhee, Kathleen Reid and Kirsty Campbell.
KARATE
Interested in karate. Karate classes are held in Beith Community Centre every Monday and Wednesday from 7.00 pm until 9.00 pm. The cost is £2 per session, but children must be at least seven years of age. Contact Tommy on 01505-503922.
HAPPY CHAPPERS
The world-famous Beith Happy Chappers were in good form last week On Tuesday the domino champion was Mrs M Kennedy with Mrs E Jamieson second and Mrs C Burns and Mrs M Gardiner third equal. On Thursday the chapping champ was Mrs E Carson with Mrs C Burns second and Mrs E McNaughton and Mrs M Gardiner third equal. On Tuesday the whist champ was Mrs M Wilson with Mrs B Smith second and Miss F McCreadie and Mrs A Jackson thir equal. On Thursday Miss F McCreadie jumped from third to first place leaving Mrs A Jackson second and Mrs M Miller third.The happy chappers meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 1.30 pm until 3.00 pm in Beith Community Centre. A warm welcome awaits new members and you don’t necessarily need to be a good singer, but it does help on their sing-a-long outings.
PLAYGROUP
Beith High Church Playgroup has places available for children aged 2 years 8 months and over to start in the new session in August. The playgroup meets in the High Church Hall Tuesday – Friday from 9.15 am until 11.45 am. For further information contact Karen on 01505-506470.
INDEPENDENCE
Last Saturday saw the formal opening of Beith’s top-notch hair salon, Independence, which is the brain-child of high-class hairdresser, Allison Elliott. There was a doors open day and lots of locals took the opportunity of visiting the salon located at Beith Cross.
NURSERY
Beith Community Nursery delivers government funded nursery education for children aged 3 years to primary school age. They have a fully qualified nursery nurse with 16 years experience and an HNC in Childcare and Education to manage the affairs of the group with the help of a competent play assistant. The group recently benefited from having an outdoor landscaped area which enables the children to enjoy the wonders of nature and to dig and plant their own flowers in a safe environment. They group meet in Beith Community Centre, Kings Road, on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9.30 am until 11.45 am. Any parent or guardian wishing to register their child can do so between 10.00 am and 11.00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday
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YOUNG FARMERS
Beith & District Young Farmers’ Club are holding their annual Car Treasure Hunt on Saturday 5th June. Cars will be leaving from Dalgarven Mill car park, Dalry Road, Kilwinning. The first car will leave at 6.30pm. Everyone is welcome! May has been a very busy month for the Club with events and activities for Ayr Show and the Ayrshire County Rally keeping everyone busy. Well done to everyone taking part and to those who got placed in their events. Also congratulations goes to the handicrafts teams for both Ayr Show and the Rally who were both placed third on the respective days. The Club is holding a Mixed Hockey Tournament on Sunday 20th June at Loudoun Academy, Galston. If anyone is interested in playing please contact Anne Reid on 01294 832424. Please also remember that practices are still on for all sports and if you are interested in going along contact the relevant captain. Football Captain Alan Kirkpatrick 01294 832428, Hockey Captain Anne Reid 01294 832424 and Netball Captain Julie Scott 01294 832262. For further information or transport to events please contact your nearest committee member or telephone Anne Reid on the number shown above or Robbie Nisbet on 01294 835979.
FETE
The Gateside Village Fete is taking place on Saturday 5 June 2004. The Fete is going to be opened by a River City celebrity at 2.00 pm.The parade leaving the Gateside Hall at 1.45 pm is being led by members of the Linwood Caledonia Band, followed by dancers from the Hilda Cameron School of Dance and anyone who would like to take part in the fancy dress parade. There is a large variety of stalls and attractions in the field and cream teas being served in the Hall. Further information can be obtained from Jane on 01505-504556.
NEWS NEWS
Do you have a local newsworthy item to share? It might be a special achievement; a retiral; extra-special wedding anniversary; a visitor to the town and district, fund raising event or perhaps even the death of someone well known in the district or simply the news and views from your group or organisation to keep them in the public eye. In fact anything which might be considered interesting or newsworthy at local level. When the people of tomorrow want to learn more about the people of today in Beith and district, a primary source of information will be the Herald, so it is important to make sure that a comprehensive news-round appears each week. You can contact your correspondent on 01505-503801 or by e-mail: donaldleesreid@hotmail.com. Items should be in the hands of the correspondent as early as possible and not later than 9.00 pm each Sunday evening to appear in the Herald the following week, provided sufficient space is available.
