District Digest

St John’s Episcopal Church: the service on Easter Sunday is at 11am and includes Young Church. On Wednesday there is a short reflection at 12.30pm and Communion Service at 1.30pm. The Maundy Thursday Service is at 7pm. On Good Friday the vigil is from noon to 3pm. Everyone welcome at all services. The church office is open on Wednesday and Friday from 10am to noon.

St Mungo’s Parish Church of Scotland: A Reflections Service will take place in the church tonight (Wednesday) at 7pm as part of the Holy Week Services. The Passion of Christ is being shown in the Session House on Good Friday 18 April at 8pm. Over 18s only. The Sunday School children are asked to bring in a decorated boiled egg on Sunday, where prizes will be awarded for the best design. There are a few tickets left for the Fun Quiz Night in Claremont Lodge on Friday 25 April at 7.30pm. £3 for adults and £1 for children from David Mudie. All of the churches in Alloa have been invited to a Remembering Service in Ludgate Church on Sunday 27 April at 3pm. This gives the opportunity for those who have lost a loved one to give thanks for their life. Candles can be lit during the service. Members of the Guild wishing to attend the local Guild Rally in Viewfield Church, Stirling on 5 June at 7.30pm, are asked to add their names to the list in the porch as soon as possible. Cost is approximately £5. The Guild coffee morning with cake and candy sale is on Saturday 3 May from 10am till noon. Tickets £2 can be obtained from Janette Hunter or any Guild member.

Alloa Ludgate Church: This week Ludgate Church will be taking part in the Holy Week Services held in the various churches throughout Alloa. On Monday a Labyrinth Service will be held in the church at 7pm. Also at Ludgate Church will be a Good Friday Evening Service at 7pm. On Easter Sunday Rev. Jim Cochrane will lead the Easter Morning Sunrise Service at Gartmorn Dam at 6am with all age worship at Alloa Ludgate Church at 10.30am. On Saturday 26 April there will be a fish and chips quiz night in the Ludgate Church halls. Tickets are now available. On Sunday 27 April a Remembrance Service will be held at 3pm at Alloa Ludgate when we will remember and give thanks for those we have loved and are no longer with us.

Moncrieff UF Church: Palm Sunday Service was conducted by Rev. Patricia Johnston and this Sunday’s Easter Service at 11.30am in the church will be conducted by Mr Ian Baillie. The church café continues on Mondays from 10am to noon, when all will be made welcome. The Womens’ Association held their last meeting of the session on Monday and tomorrow (Thursday) will have their evening out. The Board of Management meets tonight (Wednesday) at 7.15pm. Over the period of vacancy, should any member require help of any kind, please contact your elder in the first instance. Moncrieff Church Hall is available on a number of days in the week for hire for meetings and other events. Contact Graeme Forrest on 07711370369 for further information.

Moncrieff Church Boys’ Brigade Company: All sections of the Company will continue with their meetings after the school holidays as follows: The Anchor Boys for boys aged 5-P3, in Moncrieff Church Hall from 5.30 to 6.45pm on Tuesdays; the Junior Section for boys in P4–6, in the same place from 7pm to 8.30pm, also on Tuesdays and the Company Section, for boys in P7-S6 in Alloa Academy from 7.15pm on Fridays. All sections resume in the week beginning 21 April. New members are welcome in all sections. Notices are out regarding both the Anchor Boy Trip and the Junior Section Camp, and an early response would be appreciated. Confirmation is also needed regarding numbers for the Company Section Summer Camp in August. Anyone with queries, or seeking further information about any section of the Company should telephone 212023.

Alloa Bridge Club: Results from 9/4/14 - N/S 1 Linda Sommerville and Joyce Scales, 2 Jim McGroarty and Bob Wischman, 3 Margo Webster and Jim Paterson. E/W 1 Tom and George Boyle, 2 Naomi McMahon and Sheila Logan, 3 Kay and Alex Anderson.

Alloa Christian Outreach: The next meeting will be held in Alloa Baptist Church Hall today (Wednesday) 16 April at 10.15am for tea and coffee. All are welcome.

The Lodge of Alloa No 69: Thursday 17 April an E.A. Degree at 7.15pm. Annual visitation from the P.G.L. of Stirlingshire.

Alloa Elim Church - Greenside Street: Every Sunday at 11am. Connect Youth Club every Friday at 7.30pm to 9pm. web: alloaelim.org.uk. email: alloaelim@yahoo.co.uk. twitter: @alloaelim.

The Gate (Alloa Food Bank): Goods will be taken after the last Sunday of each month. Also welcome are toiletries, pants and socks for men.

Alloa Community House: Community House continues to be a busy thriving resource for the local community. They run something for all ages - children, young people, mums and dads, grannies and granddads. All activities are provided free of charge. You can find them on Facebook or visit their website www. communityhousealloa.com. Please see the activity programme or call Elaine McDonagh, Project Manager 01259 725424 for further information. Activity Programme - Monday 10am to noon Carers Group; 3.30pm to 5pm After School Club; 7pm to 8.30pm Youth Group; Tuesday 10am to noon Coffee Drop-in; 3.30pm to 5pm. Kids Praise Time and Crafts; 7pm to 9pm Agape Group; Wednesday 10.30am to 1pm Adult Helping Hands; 3.30pm to 5pm After School Club; 5pm to 5.45pm Family Tea Time; Thursday 12.30pm to 1.30pm Over 50’s Lunch Club; 1.30pm to 2.45pm Adult Craft Group; 3.30pm to 5pm After School Club; 7pm to 8.30pm Youth Group; Friday 3.30pm to 5pm After School Club.

Wee County Walkers: Spring is in the air and there’s the chance to get fitter on the free Friday walks which meet at noon between Tesco and Kilncraigs on Parliament Walk (near the benches). See website for more information - www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com.

Alloa Baby and Toddler Group: The group meets in the Session House in St Mungo’s Parish Church, Bedford Place, Alloa on Fridays from 10am to noon. First session is free and it’s free for babies under six months. Playtime, songs, activities and healthy snack to be enjoyed. Enclosed grass area for outdoor play, weather permitting.

Alloa Community Arts: Meet every week on the top floor of Alloa Town Hall. The craft class meets on Mondays between 1pm and 4pm and art classes meet on Mondays and Wednesdays between 1pm and 4pm. Classes run throughout the year and are informal and friendly. New members are always welcome. For more information telephone Mary on Alloa 730205 or 07759 161122.

Hawkhill Community Centre: Mondays Community Cafe 11am - 2pm. Tuesdays Community Cafe 11am - 2pm. Circuit Training 6pm - 7pm. Yoga 7pm - 8pm. Wednesdays Community Cafe 11am - 2pm. Wednesdays Nifty Fifties 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Active Start Childrens play 1.15pm - 1.45pm. Junior Youth Club 4pm - 6pm. Type II Diabeetes Group 7pm - 8.30pm. Thursdays Community Cafe 11am - 1pm. Yummie Mummies 1pm - 3pm. Street Dance 6pm - 7pm. Roller Disco 7.30pm - 8.30pm. Fridays Community Cafe 11am - 1pm. Computing for beginners 10am - noon. Senior Youth Club 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Saturday Guitar Lessons 2pm - 3pm.

Play Alloa: You can find them in their own base within Hawkhill Community Centre, 132 Hillcrest Drive, Alloa, FK10 1SB. Telephone number is still 07800 859 161 and you can still contact them at playalloa@aol.com. Their website has been updated and is a regular place for news and developments - www.playalloa.co.uk.

Pilates Class: Pilates classes will be held every Wednesday from 6pm to 7pm at Lornshill Academy, Alloa. Contact Lorna on 07533173335 to book or for further details.

Alloa Carers Centre: Alloa Carers Centre is working with Community House and has a weekly coffee morning at Community House, 23 Maree Court on Mondays between 10am and noon. All carers welcome.

Rotary Club of Alloa: In addition to its normal meetings at Gean House in Alloa on Wednesday lunchtimes, The Rotary Club of Alloa, Clackmannanshire will be meeting on Thursday evenings at the Hollytree Hotel in Menstrie. Fellowship and food will be available from 5.30pm, with the business starting at 6.30pm. Anyone interested in learning more about the club should visit their website or talk to any member.

St Mungo’s RC Parent and Toddlers Group: A waiting list is now operating and a place on the list can be booked by telephoning 07511927795.

ALVA Alva Parish Church: Choir Concert - The concert at Alva Parish Church by North East Fife Male Voice Choir on Friday 11 April raised £1,040 which will be split between Aid4Aids and Strathcarron Hospice. The church choir wish to thank all who participated and contributed to this very successful event.

Alva Pensioners: The monthly dance will be held on 26 April at 7.30pm with music by R Carse. A light supper will be served (£5 per person). All welcome. Renewal of membership will be at Parklands Centre on Monday and Tuesday 21 and 22 April at 1.30pm to 3.30pm. The next bingo teas will be on Wednesday 7 and 14 May.

Alva Bridge Club: These are the results from 8/2/2014 - N/S 1 Sandra Hopkins and Bob Stewart +2460, 2 George Hill and Lachie Maclachlan +800, 3 Jim McGroarty and Lindsay Morrison -100, 4 Dennis Shepherd and Margaret McGhee -340. E/W 1 Dorothy Coulter and Alfred Moore +2340, 2 Alison Ross and Linda Sommerville +770, 3 John Cable and Jan King +560, 4 Muriel Mcleod and Betty Huntly -280.

Darby and Joan Club: The President welcomed members to the weekly game of dominoes and whist. Domino result - 1 Mrs M Nolan, 2 Mrs I Emslie, consolation Mrs V Spence. Whist result - 1 lady Mrs E Campbell, consolation Mrs L Couston. 1 gent Mrs M Crichton, consolation Mrs M Gillespie. New members will be made welcome every Wednesday at 1.45pm in the Cochrane Foundation Hall, Croftshaw Road, Alva.

Age Concern: The next meeting of whist and dominoes will take place on Thursday 17 April at 2pm in Alva Parish Church Hall. The hall will be open on Monday 21 April at 1.30pm to 3pm for payment of annual fees. All members and any non-members will be made welcome.

Alva Games Bingo Tea: The next bingo tea in support of the 2014 Games will be held on Wednesday 23 April at 7.30pm in St John Vianney Church Hall, East Stirling Street, Alva. All welcome.

The Crown (Alva) Social Club: Ladies of the social club are holding a bingo tea today (Wednesday) 16 April in St John Vianney Church in aid of Strathcarron and CHAS. Eyes down 7.30pm. £1 entry.

Alva Baptist Church: A craft club will be held on Thursdays at 10am to noon. Card making materials supplied or take your own work ie knitting, cross stitch, etc. and enjoy the company.

Wee County Walkers: Spring is in the air and there’s the chance to get fitter on the free Monday walks which meet at 12 noon in Cochrane Hall Carpark. See website for more information - www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com.

Community Notice Board: The notice board is situated outside the CAP/library. Groups and individuals and ‘not for profit’ organisations can advertise activities and display posters here. Anyone wishing to use this facility please see the notice board for further details.

CLACKMANNAN Clackmannan Community Council: The council would like to thank all those who helped to make the Craft Fair on Saturday 5 April a success. The winner of the raffle prize was Mr Jim White of Clackmannan.

Bargains and Bites: During the Easter Holidays why not go to Clackmannan Town Hall on Friday at lunchtime for a couple of hours from noon and enjoy a soup and bread lunch (tea/coffee and biscuits also available), share in a time of fellowship with others in the village, explore the different stalls, maybe find some new clothes and try one of the fruit or soup bags.

The Clackmannanshire Credit Union: The Union is having a week off. If you are interested in joining or finding out what it can do for you, please go along next week and speak to someone in confidence.

The 36th Stirling (Clackmannan) Company: The Boys’ Brigade meets every Friday in Clackmannan Town Hall and still has openings for new members in all areas. Parents should contact the leaders for details of the programme for the rest of the session. Contact Kathy for Anchor Boys on 07891389542, Lucy for Junior Section on 07743085909 or Bill for the Company Section on 216763.

Clackmannan Parish Church of Scotland: Tonight (Wednesday) the church choir lead a service of Easter Music and Readings at 7.30pm, then on Maunday Thursday at 7.30pm they hold the usual Communion Service followed, also at 7.30 pm, on Good Friday by a Family Service. Saturday at 1pm the Easter Bonnet Display opens in the church, judging starts about 2.45pm with prize giving and closing at 3pm. Join in the fun and support the exhibitors. Holy Week ends with the Resurrection Day Service in church at 11am. On Tuesday the coffee morning is open from 10am in the church hall. On Wednesday at 6.45pm the church choir meets for practice in the Bruce Memorial Hall, where at 8pm the Prayer Group restart after their Lenten Study course on Les Miserables. For more information on these and other activities please visit the church website www.clackmannankirk.org.uk. Anyone requiring the services of a minister should contact Rev. Scott Raby on 211255.

The Circle of Friends: The April meeting has been cancelled and the next meeting, the last of this session, will take place on Thursday 15 May in Clackmannan Town Hall at 7pm.

Clackmannan Chapter No 464 Order of the Eastern Star: A bingo tea will be held on 29 April in the Masonic Hall, Clackmannan at 7.30pm. Admission 60p (includes tea). All welcome.

Clackmannan Gala: The gala is being held on 5 July in the King George V Park at noon to 4pm. Anyone wishing to book a stall contact Debbie on 07446831958 or email clackmannangala@hotmail.co.uk.

Wee County Walkers: Spring is in the air and there’s the chance to get fitter on the free Wednesday walks which meet at 2 pm at the Library. See the website for more information www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com Active 50s Exercise: On a Thursday morning in Clackmannan Town Hall from 11am to noon - £3. Zumba Class: A new Zumba class will be held in Clackmannan Town Hall on For more information telephone 01259 721886 or 07881762687.

Ian McLean’s School of Dance: The class will be held in Clackmannan Town Hall every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. For more information telephone 01259 721886.

COALSNAUGHTON Mini Fun Dog Show: Coffee afternoon and fun dog show at 1pm - 3pm on Sunday 27 April in Coalsnaughton Village Hall. Homebaking and refreshments, tombola, sales stall, homebaked dog treats, free dog microchipping. Fun dog show with six classes plus Best in Show. Goody bags and rosettes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. For further information please email: amandajane4nessr@ymail.com.

Coalsnaughton Burns Club: Cash bingo every Monday in the lounge. Contact 01259 750517 for details. Eyes down at 8.15pm, finished by 9.45pm.

Fruit Barra: The Coalsnaughton Fruit Barra is open in Coalsnaughton Village Hall from Monday to Friday, 10am until 5pm. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a cuppa at Coalsnaughton’s Community Cafe Society. If you have an hour or two to spare to help, please call into the hall. Telephone 01259 759099.

DOLLAR Dollar Parish Church: Wednesday 16 April - Ecumenical Holy Communion at Dollar Parish Church at 7.30pm. Friday 18 April (Good Friday), Street Communion in Dollar at 11.30am to 1.30pm. Good Friday Linkage Service at Muckhart Parish Church at 7pm. Sunday 20 April (Easter Sunday). There will be two services at Dollar Parish Church on Easter Sunday. Easter Morning All-Age Service at 11am led by the Worship Group. This will be a service of hymns and readings. A new evening service is held in the church and starts at 7pm. The evening service will be led by Jerome and other members of the Christian community in Dollar. This service is more contemporary in style with music led by a Worship Band. Tea and coffee will be served after this service. The Easter morning service at Muckhart Parish Church at 9.30am will be led by Jerome and will include the Sacrament of Holy Communion. The Easter morning service at Glendevon Parish Church at 11am will be led by Jerome. Wednesday 23 April - Wednesday Morning House Group. Further information from Christine Campbell, 01259 742463.

Coffee Morning: A coffee morning in aid of Crossroads Clackmannan will be held on Saturday 26 April in the Burnside Hall, Dollar. Head along between 10am and noon. There will be stalls selling baking, bric-a-brac and a bottle stall. The organisers look forward to welcoming you. Tickets are £3 and can be purchased on the door.

Dollar’s Episcopal Church - St James the Great: The church in Harvieston Road has a tightly packed schedule for Holy Week leading up to Easter Day. Everyone is welcome to share in any one or in all of the services. On Wednesday evening there is a shared Communion in Dollar Parish Church at 7.30pm and on Thursday evening back in St James’s there is the Maundy Thursday Service also at 7.30pm. On Good Friday the church is open from noon till 2pm for quiet reflection and lighting of candles around the Cross followed by Good Friday Service from 2pm till 3pm. On Saturday at 6.30pm there is an event for the young and young at heart called “Eastingle” (like the very popular Christingle Service on Christmas Eve) culminating in the lighting of the Easter Fire and candles around the Labyrinth at 7.30pm. All are welcome to stay on for the Holy Saturday Easter Vigil. On Easter Sunday there is the 8.30am (said) Eucharist and at 10.30am a glorious Family Eucharist Service followed by an Easter Egg Hunt in the grounds. The Rev. Andrew Frearson, Rector of St James’s Church, can be contacted on 01259 742494 and information about other activities can be found on the website www.stjamesthegreatdollar.org.uk. Dollar Bridge Club: The results of the final round of the club championship are as follows: N/S 1 Kay Anderson and Kathy Marshall +2180, 2 Kit and David Gow +1240, 3 Tom Sommerville and Bob Stewart -610. E/W 1 Jan King and Rose Ferguson +1450, 2 Ken Ross and Ross Whitehouse +1010, 3 Marjory and Jim McIlwraith +910.

Dollar Museum: The museum will re-open on Saturday 19 April at 11am with a new exhibition entitled “Mining and Quarrying around Dollar” plus the old favourites will still be there such as The Devon Valley Railway and Granny’s Kitchen. The museum will be open every week-end until Christmas, Saturdays 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.30pm. Sundays 2pm until 4.30pm. Admission is free.

Dollar Bowling Club: The opening of the green will take place on Saturday 19 April at 2pm for 2.30pm. President v Vice President. On Saturday 19 April - the fantastic voice of Kirsty Docherty at 8.30pm. Tickets available from J Kerr or D Dowell. The next prize bingo tea will be held on Monday 21 April at 7.30pm. All welcome.

Wee County Walkers: Spring is in the air and there’s the chance to get fitter on the free Thursday walks which meet at 10am beside the Health Centre. See the website for more information www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com Dollar Civic Centre: Information for community and voluntary groups. Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface is providing an information surgery for community and voluntary groups to give help and information in areas such as funding, constitutions and policies. Go along and speak to Maureen Hill CTSI Organisational Support Officer at Dollar Civic Centre. These meetings take place on the last Thursday of every month from 1pm to 2pm.

FISHCROSS Wee County Walkers: Spring is in the air and there’s the chance to get fitter on the free Tuesday walks which meet at 2 pm beside Cat Protection in Fishcross. See website for more information - www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com.

Charity Shop: The Cats Protection charity shop in Alloa Road, Fishcross, is open on Thursdays and Fridays from 1pm to 3pm and Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm selling good second hand clothing, bric-a-brac, books and new goods.

KINCARDINE Tulliallan and Kincardine Parish Church: There will be a Communion Service in the church on Maundy Thursday at 7pm. Crosses will be carried on Good Friday from Torryburn and Kincardine to Culross Abbey, leaving the church at 1.30pm to arrive at the Abbey for a short service at 3pm. Later in the evening, a Tenebrae Service will be held in the Abbey at 7pm. A special short service will be held at 8am on Easter Sunday followed by breakfast in the hall. The service later in the morning is at 10.30am and will be led by Rev. Alec Shuttleworth. Tea and coffee will be served after the service. The Young Church will return this Sunday at 10.30am for an Easter Egg Hunt. As the result of the Fundraising Committee’s Sponsored Walk on Sunday afternoon 6 April, the excellent sum of £1250 has been realised. There is a special board meeting on Wednesday 23 April at 7pm in the Session House. The Men’s Club plant sale and coffee morning will be held on Saturday 17 May. Preorder forms/plant lists are now available from Peter Park.

Kincardine History Group: A group outing to Hopetoun House is planned for 30 April and an interesting syllabus is already in place for next session.

MENSTRIE Menstrie Parish Church: The service on Palm Sunday involved the children in procession around the church waving palm branches and the sermon was the story of two processions, one the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, humbly riding on a donkey. The other was the procession signifying the imperial power of the Roman Empire. We are challenged to choose which procession we would have been in, the one signifying the power and glitter of the world or the power and glory of God. Holy Week Services are taking place this week. Wednesday - Worship Group - preacher Rev. Anne Shearer. Thursday - Kirk Session - preacher Rev. Lynne Mack celebrating the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. Friday - Joint service in Menstrie UF church preacher Rev. Lynne Mack. All services at 7.30pm and a welcome is extended to everyone. Easter Sunday Service at 11am. Go and celebrate.

Menstrie Parish Church Guild: The Guild AGM is on Tuesday 22 April at 7.30pm in rooms 2/3 followed by a short quiz and a light supper. A good turnout of members would be appreciated. The annual Mystery Tour is on Thursday 15 May. The coach leaves the church at 1.30pm and returns at approximately 6pm for high tea at the No. 5 in Alva. The total cost is £22. There are a few seats still available. If interested telephone 760307.

Menstrie Matters: The Fete week starts on Saturday 7 June with a car treasure hunt. On Sunday 8 will be “Music in the Gardens”. During the week there are various events for adult and children. The village Gala Day is on Saturday 14 June.

Menstrie Pensioners Association: On Wednesday 23 April at 7.30pm in Menstrie Parish Church Hall there will be a bingo and raffle evening. All welcome.

Duck Race: The annual Duck Race will take place in the gardens by the burn in Menstrie on Easter Sunday 20 April at 2pm. Go early to buy your ducks. The next issue of the Menstrie Matters will be out in mid May this will include the Fete Week and Gala Programme. As usual they are looking for contributions from the community. If you have something you would like published please can you have the information to Linda Matheson at 20 Lipney, Menstrie or menstriematters@btinternet.com no later than Wednesday 23 April. The Fete week will start with “Music in the Gardens” on 2 June and end with the Gala Day on Saturday 8 June.

The Gate (Alloa Food Bank): Remember Easter is approaching so mini-eggs; cream eggs; chocolate bunnies along with appropriate cakes and biscuits could be a treat for someone. They also welcome toiletries as well as pants and socks for men. If anyone would be willing to take a turn now and then to deliver goods to the foodbank in the week following the last Sunday of the month could they have a word with Isobel Munro. Session Clerk.

Zumba Classes: Zumba classes with Audrey Crawford will be held on a Thursday from 6.45pm to 7.45pm in Menstrie Parish Church, Menstrie. For further information telephone 07515 534902. Ditch the workout and join the party.

Wee County Walkers: Spring is in the air and there’s the chance to get fitter on the free weekly Sunday walks which have started in Menstrie. Meet just before 2pm beside Dumyat Centre. No charge, all welcome. See the website for more information www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com MUCKHART Muckhart Parish Church: Wednesday 16 April - Ecumenical Holy Communion at Dollar Parish Church at 7.30pm. Friday 18 April (Good Friday) - Street Communion in Dollar at 11.30am to 1.30pm. Good Friday Linkage Service at Muckhart Parish Church at 7pm. Sunday 20 April (Easter Sunday) - The Easter morning service at Muckhart Parish Church at 9.30am will be led by Jerome and will include the Sacrament of Holy Communion. The Easter morning service at Glendevon Parish Church at 11am will be led by Jerome. There will be two services at Dollar Parish Church on Easter Sunday. Easter Morning All-Age Service at 11am led by the Worship Group. This will be a service of hymns and readings. The new evening service is held in the church and starts at 7pm. The evening service will be led by Jerome and other members of the Christian community in Dollar. This service is more contemporary in style with music led by a Worship Band. Tea and coffee will be served after this service. Wednesday 23 April - Wednesday Morning House Group. Further information from Christine Campbell 01259 742463.

Table Top Sale: A table top sale will be held on 19 April between 11am and 3pm at the Coronation Hall, Pool of Muckhart. Sell all your old and unwanted items, only £10 per table. Book your table now by telephoning 01259 781404. Refreshments available.

SAUCHIE Sauchie Branch SNP: April’s meeting of Sauchie Branch SNP was held in the usual venue of the upstairs lounge of the Mansfield Arms, Sauchie on Tuesday 1 April. In the absence of convener Jim Mitchell, the meeting was chaired by branch organiser Gaynor Preston. The meeting was informed of the latest new members to have joined the branch, members also heard that the branch was still financially sound, a report was also given of the work of branch members who were also devoting their time to helping with the Yes Clacks Campaign, whose efforts continue to be stepped up on a weekly basis. Council Gary Womersley then delivered the monthly councillors report before taking questions from the members.

Sauchie and Coalsnaughton Parish Church: Rev. Margaret Shuttleworth conducted the service on Sunday 13 April. The Scripture lesson was Phillipians Ch2, v5-11. In her sermon Rev. Shuttleworth told the congregation that on Palm Sunday Jesus made a clear signal as to who He was but demonstrated that He wanted everyone to come together in love, prayer and service to one another. Anyone wishing to join the Strollers today (Wednesday) 16 April should meet at the Beechwood bus stop at 1pm to catch the bus to Dollar. Everyone is welcome to go along to the Easter Services on Thursday 17 April at 7pm (in UF Church), Friday 18 April at 7 pm and Sunday 20 April at 10.30 am. Items for the next issue of ‘News and Views’ should be placed in the tray at the back of the church by Sunday 4 May or email sauchiecoalsnaughtonchurch@hotmail.com.

Sauchie & Fishcross UF Church: On Thursday the United Maundy Thursday Communion Service will take place at 7pm in the UF Church. This is followed on Friday by the United Good Friday Service at 7pm in the Parish Church. On Sunday, Easter Day Services take place at 11am and 6.30pm. The next coffee morning will be held on Saturday 26 April from 10am until noon in the hall. Entrance is by donation, with all proceeds being given to the McKenzie-Furniss Appeal. Sauchie Community Group: Sauchie Tiny Tots, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9.45am -11.30am, £1 per child 50p for every second child. Carpet Bowls - Wednesdays noon to 2pm. £1 entry includes tea/coffee biscuits. Art Club - 5.30pm to 7.30pm, £1 entry. Painting, drawing, card making etc. Friday night’s movie night, every Friday night 7pm, free entry. Soup-n-sandwich lunch first Thursday of each month at 11.30am to 1.30pm. £2 entry. Monthly Community Group Public Meeting - last Thursday of each month. Present at these meetings are local police, councillors and a guest speaker. Meetings start at 7pm. All the above activities take place in Sauchie Resource Centre. For more information about any or all of the above contact Laura 725337. Follow them on facebook.

Cancer Support Group: The Cancer Support Group is held in the Health Centre Building, Clackmannanshire Community Health Care Centre, Hallpark, Sauchie (enter from the Sunnyside Brae entrance). The group is on every Friday from 6pm to 8pm. Drop in for a chat - everyone welcome.

Sauchie Active8: Sauchie Active 8 Playscheme started on Monday 7 April for the full fortnight of Easter Holidays. £1 entry (includes snack) 10am to 1pm. Every Monday - 10am to 12pm Gym Crackers 50p, 10am to 1pm Internet Café FREE, 6.30pm to 8.30pm Advanced Spanish Class. Every Tuesday - 1pm to 3pm Over 50s Exercise Class FREE, 6pm to 8pm Teen Nite FREE, 6.30pm to 8.30pm Sign Language Class. Every Wednesday - 10am to 1pm Internet Cafe FREE, 10am to 1pm Fruit Barra, 10am to 11am Zumba £3, 1.30pm 3.30pm Computer Class for beginners FREE, 6pm to 8pm Youth Club £1, 6pm-7pm Ladies Keep Fit, 7pm to 8pm Beauty Hour £1 for both. Thursday 7.15pm to 8.15pm Ladies Zumba £3. Friday 10am to 1pm Internet Café FREE, 10am to 12pm Toddlers Gym Crackers 50p, 1.30pm to gone Food Bank FREE, 6pm to 8pm Teen Nite FREE. Also Café open every Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9am to 1pm. Contact Sandra Gruar for more details: 01259 215972.

Wee County Walkers: Spring is in the air and there’s the chance to get fitter on the free Tuesday walks which meet at 2pm beside Cat Protection in Fishcross. See the website for more information www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com TILLICOULTRY Tillicoultry Parish Church: Today (Wednesday) - Vestry hour at 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Choir practice at 7.30pm. Girl’s Brigade - on holiday. Thursday 17 April - Maundy Thursday at 7pm in our church. Boys’ Brigade - on holiday. Good Friday - Congregational Church at 7pm. East Fife male voice choir in Alva Parish Church at 7.30pm. Donation (£5) suggested. Tickets from choir members, Nicol’s Opticians or at the door. Easter Sunday Services - Sunrise Service at the Orchard at 7am, with coffee/tea/rolls afterwards. Normal services at 9am and 10.30am. Sunday Club meets at the 10.30am service.

Tillicoultry Pensioners’ Association: The next meeting will be on Monday 21 April in the Centenary Hall at 2.30pm. Entertainment for the day will be Third Generation. The summer outing is going to Ayr on Tuesday 3 June. There are still a few empty seats on the bus. Anyone interested should contact secretary on 01259 751178 or treasurer 01259 750119. The committee would like to thank all members for all their help with raffles and biscuits. New members welcome.

Tillicoultry Bridge Club: Results from Monday 7 April - N/S 1 Helga Mills and Christine Wallace +1940, 2 Alex Anderson and George Smith +1690, 3 Tom Sommerville and Bob Stewart +1200. E/W 1 Margaret Donaldson and Linda McClure +1230, 2 Margo Webster and Kit Gow +650, 3 Joyce Scalesand John McGowan +590.

Tillicoultry Toddler Group: The toddlers are holding a fundraising bingo tea in Tillicoultry Bowling Club on Wednesday 30 April, doors open 6.30pm. Entry £1. Tickets available from bowling club or toddler group and can be purchased on the night. The toddlers group have daily sessions except a Thursday in the Ben Cleuch Centre, sessions £2 per session, 50p for babies and for second sibling. Sessions run from 9.30am to 11.15am. Lots of fun activities singing and healthy snack, coffee and chat for mums and carers.

Lodge Ben Cleuch 782: The lodge are to hold a special 2nd degree followed by dinner on Friday 2 May at 7.30pm for all senior members (OAP) past and present. To book a place telephone or text the RWM on 07791470007 or the secretary on 07778705405. The social club will hold a bingo tea on Fruday 9 May at 7.30pm.

Wee County Walkers: Spring is in the air and there’s the chance to get fitter on the free Saturday walks which meet at 10.30am beside Nike, Sterling Mills. See the website for more information www.weecountywalkers.wordpress.com Zumba Fitness Classes: Classes will be held in Tillicoultry Parish Church Hall on Mondays from 7pm to 8pm with Irene Kane. For further information call 0774 3785103.

2nd Tillicoultry Rainbows: Is your daughter aged 5-7? Does she like playing games, doing art and craft, making new friends? If you have answered yes then contact 211318 and leave a message for further details. Or you can email clacksguides@yahoo.co.uk.

Zumba Class: Zumba classes every week in Tillicoultry Centenary Hall on Wednesdays at 8pm to 9pm. Contact 01259 721886 or 07881762687 for more details.

TULLIBODY PFCC (Childrens Charity) - Charity Bingo Tea: A bingo tea will be held on Thursday 24 April at 7.30pm in the Masonic Hall. Children welcome. Further details from Margo - telephone 07879 477 921.

Tullibody and Cambus Amateur Gardening Club: The next meeting will be held on 22 April in Tullibody Civic Centre at 7.30pm. This will be a floral art demonstration by Elspeth Cuthbertson. Entry £3 (which includes tea or coffee with snacks) can be paid at the door. All welcome.

Lodge Ladywell 1474: Tuesday 22 April - MM Degree. Tyles at 7.30pm. Saturday 3 May - MMM Degree carried out by Lodge Dunfermline 26. Tyles at 4pm Tullibody History Group: The next meeting will be held on Thursday 24 April “The Coal Road” by David Byetheway. The above meeting is open to members and non members at Tullibody Heritage Centre, Abercromby place, Tullibody at 7.30pm. Nominal charge, tea/coffee available.

Tullibody and Cambus Girlguiding: To join the leadership team. Contact Ann-Margaret on 07908 252104, or Girlguiding Clackmannanshire on 01259 211318.

Slimming World: Every Wednesday in the Civic Centre, Tullibody at 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Further details from Margo - telephone 07879 477 921.