December 2007
Saturday 1st
9:00am
Thought of the Month
Pass it along
Today we wish you;
A fresh pot of tea/coffee you didn't make yourself.
An unexpected phone call from an old friend.
Green lights on your way to work.
The fastest line at the supermarket.
A good sing-along song on the radio.
Your keys found right where you left them.
10:00am
Christmas Card Making
Carnwath Town Hall
2 week course organised by Forth Community Resource Centre
11:00am
Christmas Craft Fayre
Leadhills Village Hall
Leadhills Christmas Fayre is once again being held the first weekend of December, being the 1st and 2nd this year. This annual event has grown year on year to become a regular start to the Christmas season for local families as well as visitors from further a field with something for everyone on offer. Whether it is the Craft Fayre, the excitement of the Santa Express or the adventure of seeking out Santa deep in the Leadmine of the Wanlockhead Mining Museum, there is something for everyone.
11:30am
Carol Singing
Carluke High Street
Kirkton Church Choir will be singing carols for 20 minutes between 11.30 a.m. and 12 noon as part of the celebrations taking place in the centre of Carluke.
2:00pm
Cinderella's Christmas Fairytale
Carluke Town Centre
Christmas extravaganza with Cinderella, Santa, music, fun, fairground rides and lights! Don't miss this great event and kick off the festive season in style.
Entertainment by Clydesdale Pipe Band, Carluke Rotary, Savage singers, Claire Arnott, Salvation Army Band, youth bands, street entertainers and many, many more. Santa and his helpers will arrive at 2pm. Lights switch-on at 5pm.
South Lanarkshire Council in partnership with Carluke Development Trust.
Fore more information contact Mirka tel: 01555 771118 email:Carluke Development Trust
2:00pm
Cinderella
Motherwell Theatre
The pantomine season has begun and is there any better story than Cinderella. Get ready for audience participation all good pantomines have it. It's behind you etc. Booing the baddies is almost compulsory. A great way to get rid of all the modern day stress and tension. Take the chidren along for and excuse. There are several performances including Matinees. For more information and to book your tickets. go to the box office
2:30pm
Christmas Entertainment
The Plaza, High Street, Carluke
A programme of entertainment including singers, dancers, music and drama to start off the Christmas celebrations in Carluke.
7:00pm
The Wizard of Oz
Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
Live on stage from 1 to 30 December. Box office 0131 248 4848 for ticket prices and show times.
Sunday 2nd
11:00am
Christmas Craft Fayre
Leadhills Village Hall
Leadhills Christmas Fayre is once again being held the first weekend of December, being the 1st and 2nd this year. This annual event has grown year on year to become a regular start to the Christmas season for local families as well as visitors from further a field with something for everyone on offer. Whether it is the Craft Fayre, the excitement of the Santa Express or the adventure of seeking out Santa deep in the Leadmine of the Wanlockhead Mining Museum, there is something for everyone.
12:00pm
Special Christmas Day at Chatelherault
Chatelherault
Come along to the first ever Chatelherault retail open day.
For anyone who wishes to enjoy hassle free shopping, within the newly refurbished gift shop. Enjoy special offers, handmade designer jewellery and other unique gifts to suit all the family. Enjoy local wines and speciality ales, complimented by Scottish oaties and a wide selection of delicious chutneys and preserves. Test various hand-made soaps, perfumes and after shaves, and chat to the people who actually produce the goods. Perhaps personalise your gift by having 'local mining book' signed by the author. and why not bring the children along too and visit the very special seasonal guest - Pere Noel - our very own french santa clause. Also enjoy lunch or a snack in the courtyard cafe. The special menu includes 'Pere Noel' themed french sweet and savoury crepes and childrens treats. With free car parking and 10% off all shop purchases on the day; what could be easier?
Suitable for families
free
Monday 3rd
7:00pm
Beauty and the Beast
Town House Hamilton
Hamilton District Youth Theatre is performing this classic tale of love between a beauty and a beast with songs, slapstick and topical humour at the Hamilton Town House from Monday 3 to Saturday 8 December.
A great event for all the family in the lead up to Christmas. Tickets are £7.50/£5.50 (conc), Matinees £4.50 and are available from the Town House. For more details and to check times of performances please tel 01698 452299.
7:30pm
Come Ceilidh
Harry Smith Complex, Lanark
Why not join us for some ceilidh fun. Details from Nell on 01555 662212
Tuesday 4th
7:30pm
Carluke Country Dance Class
Kirkton Church Hall, Station Road, Carluke
Like to dance - why not join us. No experience necessary. Hope to see you there.
Wednesday 5th
9:30am
Lanark Museum Trust Training
ALVO 2 Hope Street Lanark ML11 7LZ
Links to 5-14 curriculum and "curriculum for excellence"
One day course
Only ten places available.
9.30 am for 10.00 am start finishing 16:00 pm
Tea, coffee and sandwich lunch will be provided.
New volunteers welcome
Fo r more information and to book your place please contact John Young at jly@btinternet.com
or Paul Archibald at lanarkmuseum@hotmail.com
7:30pm
Wizard of Oz Panto
Eastgate Arts Centre, Peebles
Running from 5 to 9 December
Box office: 01721 725777
Visit the website
7:30pm
Come Ceilidh
St John's Church Hall, Carluke
Enjoy dancing - join Nell each Wednesday. Details from Nell on 01555 662212
Thursday 6th
7:30pm
Bats in the Belfry
Lamington Village Hall
Learn about animal habitats and their conservation within churches and churchyards and the history and symbolism of sacred plants. This is one of a series of winter talks organised by the Lamington Committee of Biggar Museum Trust. Donations to Holy Trinity Chapel Restoration Fund. Tea and coffee will be served.
Friday 7th
7:30pm
Music in Lanark - Graeme Scott
Greyfriars Church, Lanark
Classical guitar music including Rodrigo Concierto De Aranjuez. More details from Music in Lanark on 07719 148837 or www.musicinlanark.co.uk
10:00pm
Last Posting Date for Australia
Your Local Post Office
Hi if you have relatives down under then this is the last date to ensure that they receive your Chrismas Tidings. If you would like to check out other countries or even the UK. Then why not follow the link the royal mail
Saturday 8th
9:00am
Carluke Christmas Market
Carluke Town Centre
Unique Christmas gifts and food. Enjoy this festive experience and shop local!
Fresh farm food and local arts & crafts products.
One arts & crafts stall is still available.
For more information contact Mirka tel: 01555 771118 email:
Carluke Development Trust
Hand-made herb soaps
Fashion jewellery
Special occasions jewellery
Hand-made cards
Woollen scarves & throws
Hand-made accessories
Local interest books
Original paintings
Hand-knitted gifts
Home baking
Specialist cheeses
Fresh fish, prawns & scallops
Farm vegetables, fruit & eggs
Ostrich meat, wild boar, game
Organic beef, lamb, poultry
Farm-reared pork and veal
Home-made meat piesChutney, jam, honey
Preserves & marmalade
Hand-made confectionery
10:00am
Beaded Christmas Bauble
Forth Community Resource Centre
Introducing beading techniques and a variety of beads to create a special Christmas decoration. 2 week course.
11:00am
Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair
Ballgreen Hall Strathaven
Got a free afternoon looking for something for Christmas, then why not go along to the Ballgreen Hall in Strathaven on Saturday 8 December between 11am and 3pm where you will find a wide variety of original, local hand-made arts and crafts on sale.
They will also be showcasing artwork by local artists and voluntary arts groups.
And not forgetting the kids - there will be a free drop-in Christmas tree decoration workshop.
Tea and coffee will also be available
7:30pm
Fundraising Ceilidh
Masonic Hall, Carluke
Wishaw Battalion Band are holding this event. Tickets cost £10 which includes a buffet supper. Please call Margaret on 01555 772970 or Moira on 01555 750915 to order tickets.
Sunday 9th
7:00pm
Festival of Christmas Praise
St John's Church, Carluke.
The United Churches Christian Aid Group in Carluke invite you to join them for a programme of seasonal praise. The choir of Law Primary School, soloist Suzanne Kinniburgh and pianist Fiona Mackie will feature. A collection will be taken for Christian Aid. Bring the family along to sing carols. Refreshments will be served after the concert.
Monday 10th
7:30pm
Come Ceilidh
Harry Smith Complex, Lanark
Join us for some exercise and fun. Details from Nell on 01555 662212
10:00pm
Last Postage Date for USA
Your Local Post Office
Do you have relatives over the Atlantic then you have to make sure that you have poseted your Christmas Wishes to them today. To check any other countries then click on the link the royal mail
11:00pm
Thought of the Week
TheGuidLife
After a while you learn that privacy is something you can sell, but you can't buy it back.
Bob Dylan (1941– ), American singer and songwriter
11:00pm
Good for You; Good for your Brain
An American study found that peole who drank fruit or vegetable juice more than 3 times a week had a 76% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease than those who drank juice less than once a week.
Tuesday 11th
7:30pm
Joseph & his Amazing Technicoloured Dreamcoat
The Edinburgh Playhouse
Running from 11 December to 6 January
Ticket master: 0870 060 1730 or visit the website
7:30pm
Carluke Country Dance Class Party
Kirkton Church Hall, Station Road, Carluke
Varied programme of dances. Live music by Grant Crawford. Entry £4. Raffle and tea. Please bring a cup. More details if required 01555 665827.
Wednesday 12th
9:00am
Respectme Training
Edinburgh
Bullying........It's Never Acceptable'.
This course will provide delegates with an introduction to bullying behaviours and practical strategies which can be used to combat bullying wherever it occurs.
Respectme will be holding training events in a number of locations across Scotland. All events are free of charge and training venues will be confirmed in due course. If you are interested in participating in any of these events, please complete the Training Registration Form by following the link respectme website. If you have any questions or would like any further information, contact Lesley Lamont on 0844 800 8600.
6:30pm
Respectme Training
to be confirmed
Bullying........It's Never Acceptable'.
This course will provide delegates with an introduction to bullying behaviours and practical strategies which can be used to combat bullying wherever it occurs.
Respectme will be holding training events in a number of locations across Scotland. All events are free of charge and training venues will be confirmed in due course. If you are interested in participating in any of these events, please complete the Training Registration Form by following the link respectme website. If you have any questions or would like any further information, contact Lesley Lamont on 0844 800 8600.
Thursday 13th
7:00pm
The Snowman
Edinburgh Festival Theatre
Live stage Show from 13 to 30 December. Box office 0131 529 6000 for ticket prices and times.
7:30pm
Roberton Garden Club
Roberton Village Hall
'Ask the Panel'. Guests from local gardening clubs.
10:00pm
Last Postage for Spain
Your Local Post Office
Have you got relatives in Sunny Spain then this is the last day that you can send your Christmas Cards to them. If you need to check out postage dates to other countries then follow the link the royal mail
Saturday 15th
6:30pm
Christmas Concert
Kirkton Church Carluke
The Carluke Primrose Orchestral Flutes invites everyone along to their Christmas Concert at Kirkton Church, Station Road Carluke. Doors open at 6.30 pm and the concert will start at 7.30 pm prompt. Tickets which cost £5 for adults and £3.50 for concessions are available from the Paper Box. Carluke High Street or call John on 01555 771677. Come along and get ready for the festive season.
Sunday 16th
10:00pm
Remember to Order Your Prescriptions
Your Doctor's Surgery
If you need repeat presciptions then this is a good time to get them into your doctor to give him/her and the chemist plenty of time to process and order if required.
Monday 17th
3:00pm
Christmas Countdown
Your Local Post Office
Last posting date for second class cards To find out the dates other countries.the royal mail
Wednesday 19th
12:33pm
Calligraphy
Carnwath Town Hall
A 2 week introductory course organised by Forth Community Resource Centre
12:53pm
Introduction to Computing
Carnwath Town Hall
A 34week course organised by Forth Community Resource Centre suited to complete beginners
Thursday 20th
Friday 21st
7:30pm
Let your Light Shine
Kirkton Church, Carluke
Shine Youth Music Theatre present this magical Christmas concert for one night only. Tickets priced £5.00 are now available by calling the Shine Line on 07895 095304. Proceeds will be going to a local childrens' charity.
Sunday 23rd
12:30pm
Pharmacist for Sunday
Lloyds Pharmacy
Lloyds Pharmacy, 78 High Street, Lanark will be open between 12.30 and 1.30 pm for the dispensing of prescritions.
10:00pm
Cold cures and remedies
Your local chemist
Sure as fate because you are on holiday and have some time to relax and enjoy yourself, you come down with a stinking cold. Of course it is Christmas the main stores are closed and you are too weak to go to the corner shop. So put whatever cold remedies that you purchase on your Christmas Shopping list, especially if there are young ones coming over.
Tuesday 25th
12:30pm
Chemist for Christmas Day
Lloyds Pharmacy
Lloyds Pharmacy 78 High Street Lanark will be open 12.30 to 1.30 pm for dispensing prescriptions
Wednesday 26th
12:30pm
Chemist for Boxing Day
Lloyds Pharmacy Woodstock
Lloyds Pharmacy, Woodstock Medical Centre, Woodstock Road will be open between 12.30 and 1.30pm to dispense prescribtions.
Monday 31st
8:30pm
Torch Light Procession
Carnwath Golf Course
The torchlight procession will start at 8.30 pm at Carnwath Golf Course. The bonfire in John Mann Park will be lit at 9.00 pm followed by the fireworks display.
9:30pm
Biggar Bonfire 2007
Biggar High Street
The Hogmanay Bonfire in the Borders town of Biggar (pop 2000), dates back to the pagan times when fire was worshipped and believed to ward of evil spirits for the New Year.
It has continued at Biggar for hundreds of years and, as far as we are aware, there is no other town in the world that celebrates the coming of the New Year like Biggar.
Even during the wars the tradition was kept alive by a group who burned a candle in a tin at the bonfire site, so as not to attract enemy bombers.
Dancing and music was introduced several years ago and has proved most successful (no use having a big fire wi' nowt tae dae!).
For more information for this historical event go to Biggar Bonfire
