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Armadale Clubs and Associations
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Clubs and Associations: Introduction At present, this page contains tables showing activities with venues, times / days / dates and contact details. The Noticeboard page also contains information about some Armadale Events and Meetings.
Please note that some clubs / organisations may have changed their details. You are advised to phone or e-mail the club representative to check on venue, starting date and time. During holiday periods, clubs may be in recess. There is always up-to-date information about current events in Armadale, and surrounding areas, in the Community News section of West Lothian Courier (20-22 King Street, Bathgate, 01506 633544). The Arts Services Section of West Lothian Council has produced a very useful summary in their Arts Directory 2007/8. Contact address: Arts Services, Craigsfarm Campus, Maree Walk, Craigshill,
Livingston, EH54 5BP Phone: 01506 777585 email: arts |
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VENUES There are a number of venues for meetings around Armadale. The well-equipped Armadale Community Education Centre (North Street, 01501 678511) which is a popular choice with its upgraded Computer Suite (available on a booking system for individuals and community groups); eight station multi-gym and other exercise machines; full size snooker table and other facilities.
Armadale Community Centre Opening Times: Monday - Friday: 8.00am - 10.00pm; Saturday: 8.00am -12.00pm; 1.00pm - 4.00pm; Sunday: 9.00am - 12.00pm; 7.00pm - 9.00pm |
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Armadale Swimming Pool (North Street, 01501 678520) offers a 25 metre pool, a Fitness Centre and a Health Suite. Opening Times
Armadale Swimming Pool |
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Did you know...? In April 2007, there were 411 individuals (18 months to adult) attending swimming lessons at Armadale Swimming Pool every week. |
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Football
bookings for local pitches (see below) can also be made at the Swimming Pool's Reception.
Playing areas can also be found at Avondale Park, Nelson Park and Drove Road. |
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Armadale Parish Church of Scotland, Academy Street, Armadale, 01501 732314 |
Sacred Heart and St Anthony's R.C.Church, Armadale |
Armadale Methodist Church, East Main Street, Armadale |
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The Gospel Hall, South Street, Armadale: Meetings on Sundays at 6.30pm. Further information from Roy Marshall, 01324 713835 |
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Armadale Community Centre Activities Armadale Community Education Centre (North Street, 01501 678511) Room Hire: We have a few dates available for room hire for Birthday Parties etc. Details of what is available can be had from Reception. |
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Community Council Meetings Second Thursday of each month 7.00pm - 9.00pm All welcome |
First Thursday of each month 7.00 - 9.00pm Info: Helen Hamilton, 01501 730799 NEW Black Moss page |
Management Committee Last Wednesday of each month 7.00pm - 9.00pm
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Overview of sessions described in boxes on the right.
Bookings: Email catherine.duffin@westlothian.gov.uk or text ‘computers’, ‘wild walk’, ‘red cross’ or ‘street games’ to 07786 022 277 and we will get right back to you. (Standard network provider text charges apply) |
Youth Clubs 2008 at Armadale Community Centre
Kids' Club, for P1 – P5, Fridays, 1.30pm - 3.30pm Registration and Membership required. Youth Club with Disco, for P7 – S6, Fridays : 7.00pm -
9.30pm Senior Youth Club, Sundays, 6.30pm - 8.30pm Details: 01501 678890
Info: Claire.kane2@wled |
& a wee bit more Come and join us for some musical fun, singing, action songs, rhymes and a little bit more Little ones welcome from 6 months - 5 years Help your child develop their confidence, language, co-ordination skills and creativity through songs, activities and socialising. Wednesdays 9.30am - 10.30am Info: Laura, 07968 500 402
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West Lothian Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan Classes Wednesdays
Male and female beginners of all ages are welcome. We teach traditional Wu Style Tai Chi for health and recreation plus Self - Defence and weapon forms for those who require it. Tom Hendrie (Hon. Sec.)
Robert Moran, Instructor, and Members of Wednesday's West Lothian Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan Class at Armadale Community Centre What is Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan? Information here |
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Stop Smoking Support Wednesdays 12.00 - 1.00pm Details: 01506 419666, ext 3000 or 01506 430225 |
Weight Watchers Wednesdays 6.30 - 8.30pm
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Access to Employment
Armadale C Centre |
Thursdays 7.00pm - 9.00pm Weigh and Go 7.30pm Freephone 0800 362636 |
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Tuesdays 6.30 - 8.00pm for ages 7 to 10 years Adult help needed on permanent basis 01501 734760 |
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Thursdays 6.45 - 8.15pm for ages 7 to 10 years Adult help needed on permanent basis 01501 734760 |
2nd Armadale Rainbows (girls age 5 - 6 years) Tuesdays 6.30 - 7.30pm 01501 730101 |
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School Badminton Mondays 4.00 - 5.00pm |
Lipreading Group Thursdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm If you have a hearing-related problem, why not visit one of the group's sessions? New members will be made very welcome! |
West Lothian Youth Theatre Junior Workshop (P5, P6, P7) 4.15pm - 5.45pm |
West Lothian Youth Theatre Intermediate Workshop (S1, S2) 5.45pm - 7.45pm |
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Jumping Jacks Fridays 9.30 - 11.30am |
Mini Kickers Fridays 3.00 - 4.00pm |
Playgroup Monday - Friday 9.00am - 11.15am |
Armadale Strollers meet every 6 - 8 weeks on a Tuesday at the Community Centre,1.00 - 2.00pm Every Tuesday they walk somewhere in the Lothians Details from Isabel Orr |
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Armadale Active School Cluster Gymnastic Club 3.45pm - 4.45pm New members P3 - P5 welcome
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Armadale Active School Cluster Armadale Football Club 3.45pm - 4.45pm New members P5 - P7 welcome |
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Silky Soccer Boys and Girls 8 - 14 years Tuesdays 4.00 - 5.00pm freelance@kkpf.wanadoo.co.uk |
School Football Wednesdays 12.15 - 1.15pm |
Armadale Sports Club (soccer) Training at Armadale Community Centre Tuesdays 6.00 - 7.00pm Thursday 6.00 - 7.30pm New players for new teams wanted - come to the Club on Tuesdays at 6.00pm Details 01501 730867 |
School Athletics Wednesdays 3.30 - 5.00pm |
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Armadale Indoor Bowling Club Mondays and Thursdays 11.00am - 4.00pm
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Mondays, 1.30 - 3.30pm, Armadale Community Centre 01501 678511 New members always welcome. Come along and speak to club organisers to find out more.
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Global Tae Kwon-do Mondays 4.00 - 7.30pm (Beginners) Fridays 1.30 - 4.00pm Info: 01501 732469
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Computer Classes These vary from Beginners' Classes to Digital Photography and PC Passport. These classes are free of charge. Bookings: 01501 678511 Mondays 9.30 - 11.30am Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 7.00 - 9.00pm |
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Badminton Club for 16+ Mondays 8.00 - 10.00pm |
First Thursday of each month 9.30am -11.30am |
Domiciliary Care Wednesdays 1.00 - 2.00pm |
Cash from Chaos practice session Wednesdays 7.00pm - 9.00pm |
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Hazel Saunders Dance World Classes for children aged 3 upwards Mondays 4.00pm - 6.45pm Ballet, tap, jazz, disco Mobile 07974401291 |
Carolyn Anderson Dance Class Fridays 4.00 - 8.00pm |
Harmony Dance Club Tuesdays 1.30 - 3.30pm New members always welcome. Come along and speak to club organisers to find out more. |
Page of links to activities for kids: young people in Armadale: |
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Other Sports-related and Health-related Activities |
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'Put Your West Foot Forward in Armadale' A programme of led walks and encourages people to be more active through walking.
See the calendar on the Noticeboard for details of every Tuesday walk in the Spring programme. No booking is required and walkers are advised to turn up in weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear. |
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West Lothian, for late-night football Community Centre, 7.00pm - 9.00pm Info: 01506 776184 |
Volunteer Park, North Street 01501 733401 Armadale Athletic FC |
Armadale Rangers Supporters Club 2A South Street, Armadale, Tuesdays: Bingo for members and friends Info: 01501 732136 |
Livingston F.C. visit Armadale Primary School Mondays 4.30 - 5.30pm Cost: £3 per session If you are 4 - 12 years and would like to learn the skills of the game, phone: Leigh Robertson on 403341
leigh.robertson You do not need to be a pupil at Armadale Primary School to attend the sessions. |
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Fitness Classes (aerobic and toning for all fitness levels) at Armadale Academy, Tuesdays, 7.00pm 07793 272646 |
Shotokan Karate Self
Defence Classes D. Rankine 4th Dan JKA 07902 244030 |
Bridgecastle Golf Club (9 hole; currently not operating) Bridgecastle Road, Armadale EH48 3NY
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Snooker Club, Krossbar, South Street (now under new management) Also karaoke Fridays and Sundays 8.00pm - midnight |
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Aquafit Mondays 10.00am - 11.00am Wednesdays 7.30p - 8.30pm Thursdays 6.30pm - 7.30pm |
Public Swimming Ladies Only Adults Only Swim 4 Fitness School Lessons Learn to Swim N-R-G Splash Over 60s Sauna/Steam Special (includes free swim) Ring the pool for up-to-date info 01501 678520 |
Sauna / Steam Room Monday: 8.30am - 7.45pm Tuesday 8.30am - 9.00pm Wednesday 8.30am-9.00pm Thursday 8.30am - 7.45pm Friday 8.30am - 5.15pm 8.00pm - 9.00pm Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm Sunday 9.00am - 2.00pm 3.00pm - 4.00pm |
Barracudas Swimming Club places for new swimmers, trials: Fridays, 5.15pm Competitive swimmers: Mondays and Thursdays 7.45 - 9.15pm; Fridays 7.00 - 8.00pm. Young swimmers (5 -10 years): Fridays 5.15 - 6.00pm Developers 6.00 - 7.00pm Info: Jane Callow 01501 490959 01501 678520 |
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Edinburgh Monarchs (ScotWaste) Speedway at Armadale Stadium Fridays, March - October enquiries |
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Swimming Club Training Thursdays 5.45pm - 6.45pm |
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Armadale and District Homing Society Racing: April-September Shows: December Club Hut, South Street Friday 6.00pm Saturday 1.00pm 01501 732228 |
Greyhound racing Armadale Stadium: Mondays, Tuesdays
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South Street, near Black Moss Nature Reserve Junior Section: 2.00pm Fridays Bingo: Wednesdays 8.00pm Saturdays 7.30pm Club open daily 11am - dusk during playing season |
Watson Memorial Bowling Green, North Street April to September 1.00 - 3.30pm; 6.00pm - dusk Players of 14+ Phone re availability 01501 731373 |
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Nearest Curling Club: Bathgate Curling Club Enquiries to Club
Secretary, Frank Curle: 01506 844 145 fj.curle or to Club President, Joseph McIndoe at Barbauchlaw Mill: 01501 730 988 Bathgate Curling Club was formed in 1811 and it is one of the oldest curling clubs in the country. Our bi-centenary is in 3 years' time, and so we have been playing for nearly 200 years! As the home of curling is Scotland, we have a long history of winning many major tournaments, including an Olympic Gold medal, at World and European levels. Our Club has a number of members who have played at the highest level and who have won. One of our members has won the Men's Senior Trophy; and one of our lady members has won the Scottish Mixed Seniors for three consecutive years. Two lady members have been runners-up in the Scottish Ladies Seniors, and they were also in the rink which won the prestigious Henderson Bishop Trophy. One of our rinks went on to the Province Finals for Scotland. Two of our members are qualified coaches and they would be willing to give pre-season coaching to prospective new members prior to next season's commencement in October. The Club draws its present pool of players from a fairly broad area around Bathgate, (from Armadale, Bathgate, Blackburn, Blackridge, Linlithgow, Fauldhouse, Westfield and Airdrie). Members are usually able to provide transport to non-drivers. We would be particularly interested in recruiting younger male and female members. As our Club has a mixed membership, we try to play balanced mixed teams wherever possible. |
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Nearest Golf Club: Bathgate Golf Club, Edinburgh Road, Bathgate,
EH48 1BA Clubhouse : 01506 652232
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Local Cycle Group for Older Adults Tuesdays Cycle track: Bathgate to Blackridge Info: 01501 731224 |
West Lothian Sub-Aqua Club train at Bathgate Swimming Pool, Mid Street, Tuesdays, 8.15pm - 9.30pm New members welcome! |
Aquanatal Classes (during and after-pregnancy) taken by qualified midwife Nearest: Bathgate Swimming Pool Fridays 10.15am - 11.00am 01506 774670 |
Power Mums Post-natal (6 weeks+) exercise classes Nearest: Bathgate Sports Centre Mondays 10.00am - 11.00am 01506 776790 |
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West Lothian Physically Disabled Bowling Club, Bathgate Sports Centre, Sundays 3.00pm - 5.00pm 01506 419413 |
Nearest Ski Club:
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Blackridge and District Model Flying Club Radio Control model aircraft flying Heights Road, Blackridge New Members welcome Info: 01501 752200 or 01506 630093 |
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West Lothian Woodland Walks and Activities 01555 660190 Ramblers Association 01501 731442 |
www.westlothian-taekwon-do.co.uk The UKTA is only original TKD association 1967, recognised by the BTC
(British TKD Council), which, in turn, is recognised by the Sports
Council as the only governing body for TKD in the UK. |
Nearest Archery Club:
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Music-related Activities |
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Armadale Flute Band Practice day: Tuesdays Learners (12+): 6.30pm Main practice: 7.30pm Coppie's Bar 07743 672092 |
Armadale Blues and Royals Memorial Flute Band Practice day: Wednesdays, 7.15pm Cavalier Inn 01501 740989 Recruiting new members aged 12 years+ |
Armadale Concert Ensemble (Now with historical photos!) Methodist Church Hall, East Main Street, Mondays 7.30pm - 9.00pm
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Karaoke Tap O' The Brae Friday, Saturdays and Sundays + live entertainment Saturdays or Sunday nights All welcome 01501 731979 |
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Accordion and Fiddle Club Masonic Hall, South Street 7.30pm - 11.00pm 01501 730617 |
Armadale Masonic Hall |
Karaoke The Corrie 01501730588 |
Karaoke The Goth weekends 01501 730257 |
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Armadale Parish Church and Hall Academy Street, Armadale, 01501 732314
Rev Ian Walker and Rev Ken Mackay (locums) Services are Sunday morning 11.00am and on the first Sunday of the month there is also an evening service. Organisations are mostly held in the halls unless otherwise specified. Please ask at Church for further information or go along, on the day/evening, to the organisation you are interested in. |
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Sunday The Choir 9.30am
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Sunday Sunday Service 11.00am Sunday School 11.00am (P1 - 3) (begin by going into Church then into hall) X-treme Team (P4 >) Bible Class Creche available
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Monday in the Church Hall Alternate Mondays 2.00 - 4.00pm Contact: Isobel Colquhoun |
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Monday Armadale Parish Church Friendship Group Alternate Mondays, 7.30pm in the Church Hall Grace Harris: 01501 731022 |
Tuesday 1st Armadale Girls' Brigade
P1 - P3: 6.00 - 7.15pm. Contact: Tracy Sinton
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Wednesday 1st Armadale Guides (girls aged 10 - 14 years) 7.00pm - 8.30pm 01501 653835 |
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Tuesday Thrift Shop: 10.00am – noon Enjoy a cup of tea and pick up some bargains! Contact: Mary Gowans |
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Alternate Mondays Get Together & Time of Fellowship 7.30pm - 8.30pm Contact: Christine McAllister |
Wednesdays Weight Watchers in Church Hall 9.30am - 11.00am Contact: Louise Anderson |
Friday Group Church preparation for Sundays Contact: Linda Kerr |
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Alternate Thursdays Childminders' Group 9.15am - 11.30am Contact: Liz Hanning |
Thursday Sure Start 12.00 noon - 2.30pm |
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Thursday in Church Hall Anchor Boys (P2 - P3): 5.45 - 6.45pm. Contact: Peter Gray |
Thursday Craft Group in Church Hall 2.00 - 4.00pm Contact: Mary Finnie |
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Armadale Methodist Church East Main Street, Armadale
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Monday Concert Ensemble Methodist Church Hall, East Main Street, 7.30 - 9.00pm |
Tuesday (Women's Interest Group 50+) 2.00 - 3.30pm alternate weeks Craft Group on other weeks 2.00pm |
Tuesday Methodist Church Men's Club 2.00pm
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Tuesday and Thursday Mother and Toddler Group Methodist Church Hall, 9.30 - 11.30am |
Please note that this club will no longer run: Haven Lunch Club (Methodist Church) Coming in September: a monthly lunch club called The Acorn Noon -1.30pm |
Thursday Armadale Methodist Church vestry 7.00pm 01501 730956 |
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History of Armadale Association Second Tuesday, each month, 7.00 - 8.00pm betty.hunter If you have any tales or photographs about Armadale, please hand them in at the Library. They will be gratefully received! |
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Sacred Heart and St Anthony's R.C. Church, and Hall
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Wednesday Sacred Heart and St Anthony's RC Church Every 3rd Wednesday 6.00pm |
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Other Activities in Armadale and Area |
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The McGorry/McLaughlin School of Irish Dancing is taught by Anne Marie McLaughlin T.C.R.G. Anne Marie has many honours in her dancing career including all Scotland champion and regularly placed in the All Ireland championships. Classes are held on a Monday night from 6.30 - 7.30 in the Tap o' the Brae. They also have classes on a Thursday at Livingston Station Community Centre which the Armadale children also attend. New members are welcome from the age
of four. Boys or Girls. Info: 07050155904 |
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Livingston FC in the Community Coaching at Corrie Park, Mondays, 4.30 - 5.30pm, £3 Boys and girls 4 to 12 years 01506 403341 leigh.robertson |
SWRI (West Lothian Federation) The Goth, West Main Street 2nd Monday of every month, May to April 7.00 - 9.00pm |
West Lothian Family Support (Armadale) Mayfield Community House, 198 Mayfield Drive, Armadale 01501 44 66 54 Advice for anyone affected by someone else's substance abuse |
West Main Street Tuesdays 7.00pm All women welcome |
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Chatterbook Club for P5 - P7 age group: last Tuesday every month Armadale Library New members welcome! |
Meet Wednesdays 7.30pm, Craig Inn, Main Street, Blackridge 01501 731783 |
NEW Scout Group for 10 to 14 years Scout Hall, South Street every other Friday 7.00pm - 8.30pm Info: 07766 771081 |
Beavers for 6 - 8 years Mondays 6.00 - 7.00pm Cubs for 8 - 10 years Mondays 7.00 - 8.30pm Scout Hall, South Street Info: 07766 771081 |
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Armadale Children's Gala Day Organisers' Group Highlander Hotel, South Street Wednesdays 7.30pm
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West Main Street, Armadale, 01501 678400 Free internet access; internet tasters; help with internet accounts; fax facility; summer holiday children's Reading Mission; DVD rental Storytime for children aged 3 - 4 years, Thursdays, 2.00pm |
Bounce and Tickle sessions for babies and toddlers: rhymes, songs and stories, Tuesdays, 2.00 - 2.30pm, Armadale Library dates on the Noticeboard |
Dalekids.com After School Club at St Anthony's Primary School, for children in P1 - P7 from all Armadale primary schools Info: 07985 763377
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Royal British Legion, Main Street, Whitburn Bingo: Thursdays & Sundays Karaoke/quiz: Saturdays and Sundays. Competitive dominoes, pool and snooker. Members needed for women's golf and carpet bowls. All welcome. |
Royal British Legion, Main Street, Whitburn Ex Royal Scots and serving Royals, West Lothian section meet in upstairs lounge, 7.30pm, Fridays Info: 01506 411312 |
Armadale Stadium Sundays 9.00am -1.00pm
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St Anthony's Social Club, 59 South Street, Armadale Bingo: Thursdays, Fridays, 8.30pm Live football most weekends; function suite for hire. |
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Colinshiel Tenants & Friends Association Alternate Mondays, 7.00pm: Bingo Fridays, 7.00pm: Games Night 01501 732117 |
Generation Arts Club Colinshiel Court Thursdays 11.00am - 1.45pm Gentle exercise, lunch, entertainment. Free! All welcome! |
Hope Bridgecastle Social Club 51 South Street, Armadale Bingo: Sundays, Mondays, 8.30pm Also live football now being shown. |
Tippethill League of Friends If you have a few hours to spare, the League would welcome your help. Contact Tippethill House for more information 01501 745917 |
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Weight Watchers Tap of the Brae Wednesdays 7.00pm |
Colinshiel Court Street Cafe Mon, Tues, Wed: 10.15am - 2.00pm Thurs, Fri: 11.45am - 2.15 pm |
Armadale SC Colts Under 13s 01501 734 594 or 01501 732 194 |
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