Collection Lorry Wednesday 20 August Donate unwanted items to help others in the UK and Europe. The Blythswood Care collection lorry will be at Morrison’s in Alloa from 12.30-1pm. Items accepted include clothing, shoes, books, small items of furniture, bric a brac and tinned food for foodbanks across Scotland.

Evening of Mediumship Thursday 28 August For an evening of entertainment, join TV psychic Tony Stockwell at Alloa Town Hall. The event starts at 7.30pm, contact Alloa Town Hall Box Office: 01259 213131.

Sponsored Walk Sunday 7 September Take part in the Dogs Unite for Guide Dogs sponsored walk around Gartmorn Dam, at 1.30pm. Sponsor forms can be collected from Berts Pets or Gloria Foxton, 4 Woodlands in Sauchie.

Sponsored Walk Saturday 20 September Join Central Scotland Regional Equality Council on its sponsored walk, covering three areas and 10 miles in one day. Help celebrate its 30th anniversary while raising money for Strathcarron Hospice, by signing up for the Clackmannanshire section of the walk.

It will start at the Gartmorn Dam, Sauchie, at 2.45pm on Saturday 20 September. If you would like more information please contact Claire Harvey on 01324 468766 or claire.harvey@centralscotlandrec.org.uk Sunday 28 September Indoor Market Earn some extra cash for yourself, or your nominated charity, by selling your pre-loved children’s items at the New 2 U indoor market. The event will be held in Alloa Town Hall. Contact Lorraine on 01259 404104 or lorraine@atcbid.com or www.atcbid for further information or to book your stall.