219th Edition, December 2016

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Chairman’s Report - AGM 2016 2016 has been a year of change for the Voice. This time last year Michael Kaye was still with us as Treasurer and things seemed to be on a more or less settled course. However, fate dictated otherwise and he passed away after a short illness last February. Soon after this blow, Catrina told us that she would have to stop being our copy editor because of other commitments. Luckily she told us that she had a successor in mind and we were able to welcome Lynne McGowan who, in her turn, was able to suggest Mel McFadden as a treasurer to succeed Michael. Barbara and Paul Prettyman retired as distributors of the Voice at last year’s AGM. They had worked steadfastly on this aspect of the Voice’s existence for some years and we are all grateful to them for their efforts. We are also very glad that, in Alistair Scrymgeour, they picked a colleague and successor who was already fully in command of the subject. This brings to mind our debt to the Voiceteers as the people who take the newsletter to the readership. Thank you Voiceteers! Mel McFadden signed on as treasurer on a temporary footing, which some of us forgot quickly in the hope that she would stay, but it was not to be. Happily one of our pleas for help in ‘The Voice’ turned up Jan George as a successor. Welcome to you, Jan! There came a time in the year when it seemed that certain members of the old team had almost receded to the back benches. Luckily this turned out not to be the case and it was with a great sense of relief to me that Derek and Pamela returned to activity after what I saw as a period of mourning for Derek’s brother-in-law and Pamela’s uncle, Michael. For some time it has been apparent that we need back up. Apart from young Pamela we are, if not actually old, getting on in that direction, so it was with that in mind that we felt we must try to recruit people to provide back up in case of illness, or absence from the district for whatever reason. This reminds me that Pamela was dealing with correspondence about advertising while on holiday recently. We decided that we must run a recruitment campaign and thought that this meeting should be the start of it. AGMs are not normally a suitable moment for discussing plans, as I understand it, but this is a small start - a firing of the gun as it were. Today I received an email from Ann Hooper who has retired from working as a teacher in London and come with her husband to live in Alyth. Ann has offered her services to us and I am looking forward to seeing where she would fit in most happily. Thank you to all of you in the Voice team, to all those who made donations to ‘The Voice’, to our advertisers, and a special thank you to everybody who has turned out tonight. to offer their support. Your support will allow the voice to continue for hopefully many years to come. We are so lucky to have such outstandingly talented people in our town. Watch this space for information on our bigger fuller team. Well, folks, it's onward and upward into 2017! Paul Ramsay

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EDITORS LETTER HAVE YOU SEEN A WILD BOAR?

Perth & Kinross Council and Scottish Natural Heritage are asking people in and around Alyth to report any sightings or signs of wild boar or similar feral or wild pigs. There have been some sightings on Alyth Hill but information about the distribution of these animals is limited and the Council and SNH want to learn whether they are moving into new territory, and to estimate how many animals are at large. Members of the public are asked to notify any sightings to Animal Welfare staff at Perth & Kinross Council by calling their general enquiry line 01738 476476. Alternatively you can submit records through the iRecord website: http://www.brc.ac.uk/irecord/ Or use the Mammal Tracker app, available from app stores for either Android or Apple devices. As well as sightings of the animals themselves, they would also like to know where signs of rooting and ground damage appear. Earlier in the year Forest Enterprise who manage land at Alyth Hill put up signs to inform walkers of the presence of wild pigs and believe that they currently have a population of between 20 and 40 animals. Others have been seen outside their fence and possibly several miles away. It is also thought that some wild pigs are being shot by farmers or gamekeepers. Any wild pigs that have been shot should be tested for the presence of the parasite Trichinella. Although the parasite can be killed by thoroughly cooking meat products it is recommended that carcasses are tested in accordance with the Food Standards Agency guidance. http://www.foodstandards.gov.scot/sites/default/files/trichinellatestingwildboar.pdf http://www.foodstandards.gov.scot/sites/default/files/Scotland%20Revised%20Guidance%20-%20September%202015.pdf Various agencies including SNH, Forest Enterprise and Perth & Kinross Council will soon be meeting with farmer and landowner representatives and other local interests to try and find an agreed approach to managing wild pigs in the area. Paul Ramsay

GOLDEN WEDDING Stewart & Evelyn Milne were married in Alyth Parish Church by Rev. Sibbald Clark (not sure of the correct spelling) The family all recently went to Gran Canaria (14 of us) to celebrate their Golden Wedding. I am one of their three children, there is Mark, Calum & myself Sharon. We are all married and have two children each. They currently live at Morrison Terrace. Many thanks Sharon McKenzie (nee Milne)

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Alyth Youth Partnership It’s been all go at AYP with lots of activities going on, and lots more in the pipeline. Firstly, a massive thank you to everyone who contributed to our coffee morning - we raised a fantastic £686.90, which has allowed us to continue providing activities for the young people, and buy equipment for the clubs. The Youth Club, having enjoyed the series of drama workshops with Perth Youth Theatre, made 2 trips to Perth Concert Hall to turn their drama piece into a film which was shown at the youth theatre showcase in November. Their focus is now on Christmas of course, and they've been enjoying arts and crafts with Anna lately. The Girls Group enjoyed their trip to the Ice Disco in Forfar, and we have to say a big thank you to Chis McLaren for helping with the driving - he’ll be called in to action again soon I’m sure! Eilidh McLauchlan has been helping out at our clubs, and teaching the kids some great dance moves. These will be on show when we hold our next event - Alyth’s Got Talent! Details to follow in the next copy of the Voice! In January, the Hubsters will start working with Marian Bruce on the Storybox Project which will culminate in May with a brilliant asset to the community. Talking of community assets, Marian, Clare and the Development Trust team have more great ideas which we are really excited to be part of. Before all that, a team of young people have agreed to assist me in putting on a Christmas Concert in the Town Hall on December 11th, and they will be selling refreshments and raffle tickets. The proceeds will be shared between AYP and Perthshire Brass. This winter we will be resurrecting the Snow Patrol when young people will be out and about helping clear paths for those not able to do so themselves. Should we get a big dump of snow, as a matter of course we plan to clear the Burnside Court area and as many routes to local amenities as possible. If you would like us to add your address to our rounds please give me a call on 07702 780489, or drop in to the Hub and let us know. As Christmas approaches, we would like to take a moment to thank everyone in the community for the tremendous support we have received this year. We have had some great times, made lasting memorise, and 2017 is shaping up to be a cracker too - it makes our work so much more enjoyable when we feel like we have the community behind us, and we certainly do. Congratulations to the Voice Team for the continued production of such a high quality newsletter - we will do our best to support this in 2017.

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Guides sleepover! This was our first sleepover in the new hut. We had lots of fun at the sleepover. First, we came in and got into our groups, Italy, France and Mexico. Our theme for the weekend was ‘Around the World.’ Next we made badges of our countries and then each made our own pizza for tea. We waited for it to get dark then did a treasure hunt in the garden with our torches. It was amazing! After we had finished the treasure hunt we went back inside and played bingo! We had hot chocolate and toast and then went to bed. On Sunday morning, we had breakfast at 8am with eggy bread, toast or cereal. We then played games and had some time to chill before lunch. We had lunch and then sang some songs before it was time to go home. We had the best time. Rachael, Lily, Charley and Lucy. 1st Alyth Guides meet every Wednesday at 6.30pm-8.00pm in the Guide Hut for girls aged 10-14, new starts welcome!

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ALYTH GOLF CLUB TAKE OVER 9 HOLE COURSE FROM GLENISLA "We have agreed to take over the back 9 holes, which I feel are the better 9, and this will open up significant golfing opportunities to existing members of Alyth Golf Club, whilst offering a lifeline to the Glenisla members. We will be offering our normal packages at Alyth plus a 9 hole membership at Glenisla, and more excitingly a 27 holes membership for both courses which will operate out of the Alyth clubhouse, using the old 15th tee opposite the car park as the 1st hole for the Glenisla course.. For Alyth as a town this is great news, it keeps up the golfing choices, and currently there is a major drive to introduce 9 hole golf competitions by Scottish Golf. What better way to offer this. which is being highlighted by various golfing bodies as the way ahead, as busy people can readily fit in 9 holes, when 18 is sometimes too long a window. It also brings a bit of employment to the area whilst retaining leisure facilities in the green belt around the town. Along with our new driving bays which will be in place during the winter months, plus our tie in with Forfar Golf Club, the 27 holes will give the members of Alyth and visitors a fantastic package, one to be proud of, and which will take the club up to the next level. It will open doors to people wanting to get into golf, whether juniors, seniors or anyone in between. The less intimidating nature of a 9 hole facility, will assist people taking their early steps as a golfer. Its just an initial one year lease but we hope this is a success and keeps golfers on the track for generations. A fantastic opportunity." Dave Barclay Marketing Convener Alyth Golf Club

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From the Community, for the Community Opening times: 10am—4pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Phone: Anne 07592 338449.(speak or leave a message) Facebook message on our page: Thrifty One Email: [email protected] For those of you who use social media , you can find us as Thrifty One. Please like & share us with your friends. The more folk who know about us, the more funds we can raise. Thanks! Well we can hardly believe it, (so much so that we forgot to include it in the last newsletter), but we have been open just over a year now! The volunteers decided to celebrate by offering a free raffle ticket with every purchase & donation. The window has been decked with balloons, bunting and prizes. Thank you to everyone who has helped to bring Thrifty One from a tentative start to where we are now, a thriving little community shop. Alyth people have filled the shelves with their generous and hugely varied donations. Alyth people have become our valued regular customers. A team of Alyth people give of their time, energy and enthusiasm to run the shop. In return Thrifty One has been able to support a variety of local groups and causes, either in funds, raffle prizes, or goods. Please do come forward if you have an idea of how or whom we can help. The volunteers have decided to give the last £250 donation of the year to Alyth Senior Citizens’ Lunch & Socialising club. One of our success stories is a personalised finding service. A quick look at our back shop wall would show a list of items, names and phone numbers. We keep one gentleman supplied in 100% wool jumpers! We are on the lookout for a typewriter for another customer. There are several authors we keep an eye open for. Generally with time we are able to fulfil most requests. It is satisfying to be able to make that phone call to say the wished for item has appeared amongst our donations! As I write this it is snowing outside (just a sprinkle), winter is all but upon us. Time to decorate our windows for the festive season! The brief Anne has set us all is to use only items from our stock, recycled or upcycled items. So the ‘tree’ was made by Andy from pre-used timber;. The star came from SCRAPantics in Dundee (a social enterprise committed to recycling industry excess into art & design materials) having had a previous life in the window of one of the big Dundee stores. The rag wreaths were made using donated fabrics or clothing. And all the Christmas decorations you have donated over the last year will be brought up from the cellar and put to good use! We will be closing for two weeks over Christmas and the New Year. Our last working day before Christmas will be Friday 23 rd December. We reopen on Monday 9th January 2017. Thrifty One sends a Merry Christmas to you all & the Very Best wishes for the New Year.

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MUSICAL NOTES

Hannah Oosterhoorn introduces two new members to the production team of Colin Grant, Musical Director and Gemma Pride, Producer. Hannah took a major part in Alyth Musical Society’s 2015 Production of Blitz. The two young men, both local are James Atkinson from Alyth on the left and Alex Tosh, New Alyth on the right. Whisky Galore is proving to be a very funny Musical as rehearsals continue to go well. Auditions have been held and most of the parts are now allocated, so everyone will know what they are doing. We are still looking for more people, so if you find yourself with a free Monday night, please come along to the Ogilvie Rooms at 7.30pm. Our Beetle Drive was a great night with lots of laughs and fun. Very funny to watch adults becoming so animated, but it took the children to show them how it's done! Thanks to all who attended the evening. May we take this opportunity to wish you all a Very Happy Christmas. 10

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The Isla Parishes (SC031461) The Harvest Thanksgiving and Remembrance Sunday Services were conducted by elders and members of the congregation and the fact both services were led by our "ain" folk with respect and dignity for the church building was really lovely. Coffee morning at Airlie Street Hall, Alyth It was all hands on deck in the run up to the coffee morning in Alyth on 29th October. The support received was amazing, with cake bakers, coffee pourers, those who manning the stalls and gifts of raffle prizes, books and tombola prizes by the score. £917.15 was raised for banking, and with a very generous donation, the final total was over £1,000 - a really fabulous figure and a reflection of the enormous amount of work that everyone put in. It was very hectic and busy and everybody worked very, very hard, but it was also great fun and there was much laughter. A huge thank you to all involved especially the people of Alyth who were so supportive to us. Our Family Ceilidh will be in Glenisla Hall on Friday 25th November with Jim Brown's Band. Tickets are priced at £6.00 for adults and £3.00 for primary school children to include a light supper are available from Hazel Thom on 01828 632562 or Jenny.Ralston 01575 560250 or on the door. Christmas Tree Exhibition After the success of last year exhibition, there will be a similar event this year and will be held in the Isla Parishes Church, Kilry on Friday 9th December 2016 between 7pm and 9pm and on Saturday, 10th December 2016 between 12 noon and 4pm. Local organisations and businesses will be displaying Christmas trees in all sorts of shapes, sizes and forms. The general public viewing the trees will have the opportunity to vote on their favourite exhbit taking account of: decorative effect, originality, ingenuity and reflecting the exhibitor’s particular interests. There is a small fun prize for the winners. There will be a donations box for our chosen charities, mentioned below in dates for your diary. The “T Junction” Café will be open for refreshments in Kilry Hall at the same times as the church is open.

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Runners up: Glenisla WRI

Dates for your Diary All services to be held in Isla Parishes Church, Kilry with exception of Watchnight in Glenisla Sunday 11th December at 10.00am:Gift Giving Service (gifts for children in Tayside gratefully accepted) to be followed congregational meeting to appoint Nominating Committee **Saturday 24th December at 6.30pm: Christmas Eve Carols and Lessons service. Saturday 24th December at 11.30pm: to be held in Glenisla Church: Christmas Eve Watchnight service. Retiring collection to be given to a charity at the discretion of the Glenisla congregation **Sunday 24th December at 10.00am: Christmas Day Service (children invited to bring along a favourite gift) **Sunday 1st January at 10.00am: New Year's Day service Please note: All ** services will have collections, with the total being divided between the following charities: Tayside Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre, Dundee, Leuchie House, National Respite Centre, near Edinburgh and to victims of the very severe earthquakes in Nepal and Bangladesh which Angus Presbytery are asking congregations to support.

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We sell carpets, vinyl, curtains and blinds. Telephone 01828 650728 / 07885 949766 / 07809 387893 Commercial Cleaning Domestic Cleaning Holiday Cottage Cleaning One Off Cleaning New Build Cleaning End of Tenancy Cleaning Office Cleaning The Bothy, 16 Keillor Steading, By Kettins, Blairgowrie, PH13 9FT

Come in for professional advice and browse through our large selection of samples available to take home We measure, supply and fit

01828 632141

[email protected] DUNCAN ROSS GARDEN MAINTENANCE

To get your FREE quotation call

FOR RELIABLE, QUALITY & FULLY INSURED GARDENING SERVICES

01250 872361 Or e-mail [email protected] FREE UNDERLAY WITH ALL HESSIAN BACKED CARPETS

JOHN SWINNEY

‘PHONE FOR A QUOTE` TEL: 01828 633392 Mobile: 077 1072 1923 : 075 2652 3773

Your local Member of the Scottish Parliament for Perthshire North is here to help you. You can contact John at 17-19 Leslie Street, Blairgowrie, PH10 6AH

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REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

Photos kindly supplied by Derek Todd & Jenny Ralston

Major John Gibb, Glenisla House is seen here after laying the wreath at the Glenisla War Memorial on 11th day of the 11th month at an Act of Remembrance.

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Your Letters, Public Notices & Local Groups Alyth Parish Church Morning Service at 11am every Sunday. Evening Service at 6.00pm on First Sunday of each month (except on 1st January). (Note Special Dates below) ~~~ Primary and Senior Sunday School. Meet at 11am each Sunday during normal School Terms. New recruits are always most welcome. (Primary caters for children aged between 3 and 7 years. Senior caters for children between 8 and 12 years) (A Crèche is available for children under three). ~~~ Prayer Group. The Prayer Group meets most Thursdays in the Burnside Court Lounge at 10.30am. Everyone is most Welcome. (This is an informal and very friendly meeting – why not join us?). ~~~ The Guild (Meetings held in the Lower Hall at 2pm) 1st December—Musical Afternoon with Church Choir 2nd February—Photo Quiz by Tom Daziel 2nd March—Talk on Malawi Fruits by Russell Crawford ~~~ The Church Choir. The Choir meet for practice in the Church at 6.45pm on every Friday. ~~~ Special Dates 18th Dec—Service of Lessons & Carols at 6pm 24th Dec—Nativity Service at 6pm and Watchnight Service at 11pm Christmas Day—Morning Worship at 11am 8th Jan—Men in Kilts Coffee Morning in Airlie Street Hall at 10am Please note that due to internal maintenance the Church may have to be closed for a short period sometime in the near future.

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturdays 6.30pm St Mary's, Dundee Rd. Coupar Angus

Sundays 9.30am St Luan's, Alexandra St. Alyth

Weekday Mass telephone 01250 872 171 or visit

Sundays 11.00am St Stephen's, Bank St. Blairgowrie

www.ststephensblair.co.uk

ST NINIAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH SERVICES ALL ARE WELCOME Rector: The Very Revd Kenny Rathband

Tel: 01250 874 583 Email: [email protected]

Diocesan Website: www.standrews.anglican.org

Alyth Parish Church – Flower Group. After each Sunday Morning service the beautiful arrangements of Flowers that have adorned the Church are distributed to Families who have been recently bereaved, to those who are sick in Hospital or in their own Home and to anyone else considered to be in need of some comfort. This service is provided by a group of dedicated people who give of their time every Sunday. If you wish to help this group in any way please contact Mrs Dorothy Anderson on 01828 632 151. Your help will both valued and much appreciated by many.

Soft Tennis Our last session for 2016 will be on Wednesday 7 December We restart on Wednesday 4 January 2017 Happy Christmas Pat K (633400) and Pat J (632042)

DECEMBER

MAILINGS

4th 11am Book of Common Prayer Communion 11th 11am Sung Eucharist 18th 11am Sung Eucharist 6pm Joint Carol Service 25th 9.45am Sung Eucharist

Our continued challenge to ensure the future of a free Alyth Voice, has led to implementing a charge for postal Voices. An annual charge will apply to all UK addresses for posting. Overseas addresses will be quoted individually. This charge includes the cost of producing the Voice. To get your Voice by post, Email: [email protected]

JANUARY 1st

10.30am Joint Service at St Catherine’s Blairgowrie 8th 11am Sung Eucharist 15th 11am Sung Eucharist 22nd 11am Sung Eucharist 29th 10.30am Joint Service at St Anne’s Coupar Angus

FAMILY HISTORY PROJECT see ‘Local Services’ Open Sundays 2-4pm (Easter till Remembrance) Tel: 01828 633 045

We have many members linked to the Voice Facebook page, with 1,000s more viewing the page every week. Have you visited yet? Remember you don’t need to join Facebook, just follow the link on the Voice website. The main advantage of having a Facebook presence is the real-time ability to circulate information instantly. It’s worth a look... https://www.facebook.com/pages/AlythVoice

DONATIONS

Thank you to everyone who has donated recently to the Voice. It is much appreciated and helps ensure the Voice remains free to every household. There are 4 ways to donate:

www.alythparishchurch.org.uk We now have a Facebook page www.facebook.com/AlythFHP

1. Collection Tins in shops, 2. Handed/Posted to our Treasurer, 2 Forester Cottages, Meigle 3. Online at www.alythvoice.co.uk using the secure PayPal system. 4. Go direct to https://www.paypal.me/ AlythVoice 17

CELEBRATIONS BEGINS Photographs kindly provided by Derek Todd and Brogan McGowan

Finishing touches are made t o the lights

Fundraising at the Primary School

Happy Kirk Shop Ladies

Alyth Hotel Staff

The Lossett getting in to the spirit

Café on The Square Ladies

Alyth Amatuers

Alyth Guides

Airlie Street Hall

AYP

Alyth Citizens of the Year meet Santa Snr Citizen of the Year Marie MacDonald Junior Citizen of the Year Kieran Young 18

Brownies Coffee Morning

Pipe band Mascot

Santa’s arrival in the Market Square

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Chairman of the Christmas Lights Committee

At the switching on of the Christmas Lights

Perthshire Brass

In the Christmas Spirit

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Your Letters, Public Notices & Local Groups Royal Bank Of Scotland

Don’t have access to email? It’s free in the Airlie Street Library

MOBILE BRANCH The mobile branch will be open as follows Alyth Alyth -

Tuesday Thursday -

10.10am to 11.40am Town Square 2pm to 3.30pm Town Square

Alyth Christmas Lights 200 Club November Draw

Please note this is now available so please visit the mobile branch when it arrives and find out more about what it can offer!

(with thanks to Sheila Fisher)

ALYTH LITERARY SOCIETY

1st - £50 - 21 - Mrs A Suttie 2nd - £30 - 33 - Mr J Robertson 3rd - £20 - 164 - Mrs F Robertson

The last meeting of 2016 will be on 6th December when Mr Steven Dewar of Curr & Dewar, Dundee will give a talk on Antiques.

Now that the Lights have been switched on, we hope that you like what we have done to light up the town. We hope to welcome you at our Coffee Morning on Saturday 10th December when Santa will be paying us a visit. The Committee would like to thank everyone for your continued support and wish you all a very Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year.

The first meeting of 2017 will be on 17th January and will be a talk on “Farming Today” by Mr David Soutar of Alyth. All meetings take place in the Ogilvy Rooms, Commercial Street and commence at 7.30pm. Annual membership of the Society is £8 and for non-members there is a charge of £2 per meeting. All welcome.

Dates for your diary Saturday 10th December - Coffee Morning See you there.

Glenisla SWRI meet in Glenisla Community Hall @ 7.30pm

ALYTH FRIENDS OF GUIDING

Contact Kathleen Davidson (secretary) 01575 582 205

“Alyth Friends of Guiding would like to thank everyone who donated and attended their bingo tea on the 10th of November. £507 was raised.”

or Sheelagh Cameron (president) 01575 573214 New Members Welcome Thursday 8th of December 2016 at 7:30pm Demonstration and Tastings by Delicatessen Shop, Blairgowrie Thursday 12th of January 2017 at 7:30pm Keep Fit with Susie Black Membership £20.00

Visitors £3.00

Glenisla Church (SCIO) Charity number SCO44459 Songs of Praise Services The services take place at Glenisla Church the 1st Sunday of the month at 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome, please come along Glenisla sees the first taste of winter. 11-11-16 By Jenny Ralston

4th December - Blair Bells and Members of the Angus and Strathspey Reel Society 24th December - Watch Night Service 21

Your Letters, Public Notices & Local Groups Alyth & District Pipe Band Alyth & District Pipe Band are looking for new or experienced members, either pipes or drums. Wednesday night practise in Alyth Town Hall from 6pm. For more information please contact Elaine Sturrock 01828 640312.

Alyth Senior Citizens' Lunch & Socialising Club (Perth & Kinross Healthy Communities Project) Tel Audrey Webster 01738 473146

New Members & Volunteers Most Welcome Exercise Group at 10am in the Airlie Street Hall (£2.00p per session payable to the Instructor) Lunch at 12.30 in the Airlie Street Hall (£2.50p per person)

12th December, 1st Christmas Lunch, Alyth Hotel, 1pm (ticket required)

19th December, 2nd Christmas Lunch, Alyth Hotel,1pm (ticket required)

Alyth and District 50+ Club

Would you like a lift to the Lunches? Telephone 632023

All members and Friends of the Alyth and District 50+ Club are wished a HAPPY CHRISTMAS and a HEALTHY and PROSPEROUS 2017

Ericht Art Club

From George and Finella and all the Committee. Alyth Art Group

We meet on Tuesdays from 10am to 12 noon at the Community Wing of Alyth Primary School If you would like to join our friendly group please contact the Secretary – Angela Meachen 01828 632532 for more information

NEW COMMUNICANTS If you would like to become a member of Alyth Parish Church, please contact the Rev. Mike Erskine on 01828 632 238 or email [email protected]

STRIDE FOR LIFE ALYTH GROUP Stride for Life is a walking project providing FREE led walks for individuals in their community. The group meets on a Tuesday at 1.30pm at The Airlie Street Hall. Our walks last approximately 45-50 minutes. Walking is a great way to keep active and make you feel better. We think it's much more fun walking in a group and enjoying a good old blether! On average we have about twenty walkers so why not come and join us. There is no need to book, just turn up on the day! Peter Robertson Marja Dalziel Tom Dalziel Eileen Bramley

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We are a friendly little club, where people of all abilities from beginners to expert painters are made most welcome. the main objective is to enjoy your hobby in a fun environment. If you would like to find out more please contact Tina Gliddon on 07443338580 or Lesley Garside on 07739463594 Gordon Coutts

Meigle Art Group The Group meets on Tuesday mornings in the Alyth Scout Hall 10am 12pm New Members Welcome Equipment can be provided for starters. Contact 633811 for further details

Cateran’s Common Wealth

celebrating and sustaining the things that belong to all of us 2017 sees the launch of Cateran’s Common Wealth, a programme of arts, cultural & heritage activities & events around the Cateran Trail aimed at celebrating and sustaining our common wealth – the things that belong to all of us. Four years in the making, fundraising has now been secured for a first phase of three projects, all of which have been designed to engage local people and visitors and tie in with the 2017 Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology. In this first of two articles for the Voice, Alyth residents Marian Bruce and Clare Cooper, co-producers of the projects explain the background to two of them.

The Story Box The Story Box project aims to capture the history and spirit of Alyth by recording the stories, songs, poems and everyday sounds of the town. Recordings of local people sharing their memories from the past as well as current stories about people who live and work here will be collected into an oral history archive of the town. Already more than 100 stories have been offered for the project from people living in Alyth and we are looking for more. Do you have an interesting memory of your childhood or school days or a story form your workplace or about the shops in Alyth? We are looking for the everyday stories, the ones that wouldn’t always be reported in The Voice but tell the real life of the town. Maybe you remember something strange or spooky happening or have a silly story about your family that you could share? We would love to hear stories from anyone who does (or has in the past) lived in Alyth so please get in touch to share and record your memories. We are also running sound workshops for the young people of the town to help them record their ideas about what the Alyth of the future might be like and write new songs that will be recorded for the project. Working with digital artists from NEoN in Dundee and the Ceilidhmakers from Kirriemuir, young people at Alyth Primary School and Alyth Youth Partnership will get the chance to learn how to write songs, learn about sound and how to digitally record and mix it to create the sound-scape of the future. Once the stories have been recorded they will be available to hear in a red phone box in Alyth Market Square. Just like entering Dr Who’s tardis you will be able to move backwards in time, hearing stories from different times in the town’s history – you will even be able to go forwards in time and enter Alyth of the future as imagined by our young people. We box will be launched with the first stories in the Market Square in May 2017 but we will be adding new stories over the 2 coming years. The oral history content from the project will be archived in Perth and Kinross Museums and with the Scottish Archives at the Library of Scotland, so that our Alyth will be preserved for future generations. If you would like to be involved please get in touch on 01828 632816 or 07917 430200.

PHOTOGRAPHY Send us your photographs. We would like to have a “Your Photos” page each month. Make sure you give us the title of your photo, location and date it was taken and who it was taken by. We reserve the right not to publish any material that may be offensive to other readers.

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A Story of the Cateran Trail in 100 Objects Inspired by Neil MacGregor’s superb ‘History of the World in 100 Objects’ in the British Museum, this project invites the people who live and work around the Cateran Trail and those who visit, to propose objects that tell an important part of the story of this part of Scotland across history and into the present day.

Typically, an object is a material thing that can be seen and touched, but we are broadening that definition to include places, landscapes and people as well as objects relating to them. You can go to the website: www.cateranstory.org.uk and suggest something or someone that you think tells an important part of the story of this part of Scotland by uploading a photograph and some text to explain why you think it is important. Your object might be anything from a tattie creel to your favourite view from the Cateran Trail, a place with an incredible story like Barry Hill or person that you think has played or is playing an important role in the area. In April 2017, a Community Panel, Chaired by one of the Founders of the Cateran Trail, Bob Ellis, will decide which objects will make the final 100 and in the summer there will be an Exhibition about the project in the Alyth Museum.

Who is involved Cateran’s Common Wealth is being developed collaboratively between Alyth’s very own Alyth Youth Partnership, Alyth Family History Project, Alyth Community Council, Perth & Kinross Countryside Trust, Perth & Kinross Heritage Trust, digital art specialists North East of North (NEoN) based in Dundee, Horsecross Arts from Perth and Company Chordelia, based in Glasgow. The original idea crystallised out of conversations between Alyth residents Clive Bowman, Clare Cooper and Marian Bruce and Perth & Kinross Countryside Trust back in 2013. Since then, a year long research and development period took place in 2014, which consulted with people from around the Cateran Trail about the kind of programme ideas that might be of interest. Since then, it has taken two hard years of fundraising to finance these first three projects. Dozens of applications and pitches were made over half of which were rejected, but those who have committed funding include the Heritage Lottery Fund, Gannochy Trust, Creative Scotland, LEADER, the Postcode Lottery Trust and Perth & Kinross Council. You can find out lots more about the background to the project at www.commonculture.org.uk

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CRIGHTONS CYCLES

Luxury Self Catering Holiday Cottages Auchteralyth, Alyth PH11 8JT

t: 01575 530474 www.auchteralythsteadings.co.uk Dogs & Cats and their well behaved owners are welcome

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Extensive range of bikes—from trikes and scooters to Electric Bikes 87 Perth Street, Blairgowrie PH10 6DT

Tel. 01250 874447 www.crightonscycles.co.uk

Nest is your local, friendly centre for all things creative. Offering art and craft classes for all ages, beautiful and locally made gifts, affordable studio and teaching space and kiln facilities.

TREE STUMPS REMOVED Mechanically grind them out quickly with little ground disturbance. Competitive prices, prompt, reliable service.

For more information on studio hire email Tracie or Rachel on [email protected] To see our current event programe see our Facebook page www.facebook.com/CreateatNEST

MINI DIGGER HIRE WITH OPERATOR.

Landscapes Unlimited, Bridge of Cally, Perthshire. Tel: 07745 111173

ANSWERS

All machinery fits through standard garden gate.

MURDO FRASER MSP

MID SCOTLAND & FIFE For help and advice ~ Look for details of regular surgeries in the local press.

To arrange a meeting you can contact Murdo on 01738 553990 or write to him at The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh, EH99 1SP; or e-mail him at [email protected]

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Local Services and Appeals ALYTH HEALTH CENTRE RECYCLING

ALYTH FAMILY HISTORY PROJECT

Thank you to the many local people who have handed in ink cartridges, mobile phones etc for recycling. The charity which provided the collection facility and contributed to NSPCC no longer operates that service.

in Alyth Parish Church

OPEN SUNDAYS 2pm - 4pm

We have sourced a new collector for ink cartridges although not as yet for other items. Please continue to bring your ink cartridges only down to the Health Centre until further notice. Thank you.

From Easter Sunday To Remembrance Sunday 1. 1850s to date, there are now over 6,500 photographs of local people, schools, businesses, events, views, weddings, etc 2. Parish records from 1623—1854 3. Baptism records from 1900s to date 4. 6,500 Burial records and headstone photographs for Alyth’s 3 cemeteries 5. Publications & memorabilia over 150yrs

ADMISSION FREE

Alyth Library (for FREE internet access & advice on tracing your ancestors) Mon, Tues, Wed, Sun-

Closed

Thursday 12.30pm—4.30pm & 5pm—8pm Friday 9am—1pm & 2pm—5pm Saturday 9.30am—12.30pm

Home-Start Perth is a voluntary organisation which supports Families with young children throughout Perth and Kinross. Our trained volunteers, who all have parenting experience, will visit a family in their own home offering practical and emotional Support. Volunteering for Home-Start Perth can be very rewarding. We are always looking for new volunteers. We are also keen to encourage new Trustees to Home-Start Perth. If you feel you have skills which could benefit the organisation, please get in touch for an informal chat in the first instance with Susan on 01738 638847. Visit www.homestartperth.org.uk or email us on [email protected].

Alyth Library Calling all Alyth Voluntary Groups and Clubs Promote your organisation in Alyth Library Display space is available in the library windows

WRVS Books on Wheels Can’t get to the library? We deliver books to your door... Books – in normal or large print / Audio Books – cassette player req. / Music CDs and Videos Telephone 01250 872 905 for details

If you offer

a local

Service We’ll print your information here For Free

Call in at the Library for more information Or call 01828 632731

If you know of any services in the town that should be advertised in the Voice, please contact the Voice at [email protected]. If you see anything wrong or out of date in the Voice, again, please contact us at [email protected]. Your help is appreciated in ensuring we provide the best town information possible!

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Season’s Greetings to all our Readers

“George and Margaret Fraser would like to wish all their friends a very Happy Christmas and Happy New Year. They are not sending Christmas cards this year.”

To All Our Customers & Colleagues

Merry Christmas

“Mr and Mrs W Mollison, 11 Springbank Will not be sending Christmas cards this year, but would like to wish all family, friends and neighbours a very merry Christmas and a happy new year for 2017.”

J B BUICK BUILDERS Local Builders Since 1975

01828 632661 or 07540 926699

“Kate Mcleish won't be sending cards this year but would like to wish all friends & neighbours a Merry Christmas and a happy new year.”

Merry Christmas

“Isobel & Ian Fotheringham won't be sending Christmas cards, but would like to wish all family, friends and neighbours a Merry Christmas & Best wishes for 2017.”

CMAX GARDEN SERVICES

“Bob and Shona Dewar, 3 Isla Road, wish all friends a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year”

Tel: Day- 07834041298 Eve- 01828 633341 www.cmaxgardenservices.co.uk

“Peggy Ball wishes all family, friends and neighbours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year”

Merry Christmas

“Wishing Neighbours and friends a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year. John Aitken, Burnside Court”

ALYTH DENTAL CARE Where your smile is important

t: 01828 633 313 e: [email protected]

Bob Lindsay, Smythe Street would like to wish relatives, friends, neighbours and everyone involved in Alyth Football Club a very Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year 2017

Season’s Greetings From

“Ester Martin, Meigle Road, would like to wish all friends and neighbours a very Happy Christmas and Peace and Prosperity in the New Year.”

ALBA LOGISTICS

Prestige Delivery & Collection Service

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www.resoluteit.co.uk Simon Bogle

LAPTOP & PC REPAIR SERVICES FOR HOME & SMALL BUSINESS USERS

Technical Support Services

Repairs - Maintenance - Upgrades - Broadband Setup New & Used Computer Sales - Tuition - Web Design

Tel: 01575 560466 Mob: 07732 524139 www.airliecomputers.co.uk

9.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Sunday Covering the Perthshire & Angus areas of Scotland

Looking to buy a new computer? Want advice on purchasing or developing your Business I.T. Infrastructure? Struggling with a slow laptop or PC? Tired of Call Centres / going back to the store?

Mrs Susan Marsh (Cert Ed) Cherrybank, Lands of Loyal Tel: 01828 633501

JIM MORRICE

We Offer Home & Office Visits! (**Discount Available for Senior Citizens**)

Saxophone, Flute and Clarinet Tuition

Resolute I.T. provide a wide range of computer services including: Repairs & Upgrades; Virus & Spyware Removal; Network Solutions & Broadband Support

Tel:01828 633 137 Beginners Welcome!

E: [email protected] M: 07961 879239

Based in - Meigle -

19 High Street, Blairgowrie

Tel: 01250 870772

Keith Nicol

Grangemount Cattery Aberbothrie, Alyth

SPECIAL DIETS CATERED FOR INDIVIDUAL HEATED CHALETS

Set in the quiet rural setting of beautiful Strathmore

PERSONAL ATTENTION FROM THE OWNERS DENNIS & LIBBY MELLOY

Tel: 01828 632284

STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD Be

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Carpet, Upholstery and Leather Cleaned and Protected

Neil Stewart Call for a Free Quote:

01828 632771 or 01250 875216

David Scott Ltd

FUNERAL DIRECTORS & MONUMENT AGENTS Also Golden Charter Pre-Paid Funeral Plans

7 Toutie Street Alyth Call for appointment Our staff are happy to assist with all enquiries A 24 hour service is maintained on

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Specialised Dementia Care in a Domestic Setting ·DAY CARE ·RESPITE CARE ·RESIDENTIAL CARE All bedrooms en-suite: Beautiful Enclosed Gardens : Home Cooking & Baking with Choice of Menu: Trained Staff to promote independence and choice.

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Tel 01250 872349 Balmoral Road, Rattray, Blairgowrie

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Independent Living Solutions for older people As we grow older, making a decision about where to live is stressful. “Should I Stay of Should I Go?” We can help you assess all your options using our ‘Home For Life’ Toolkit. If you want to stay where you are, we can advise on and project manage adaptations to your current home so that you can continue to live there safely and independently Or, we can support you through the entire process of moving and downsizing to a smaller property, sheltered housing, residential care or nursing home. Find out more at www.thehomestraight.org.uk Or email us at: [email protected] or call us on 07840 544420

2-6 Market Square Alyth

Winner of Alyth's best business 2015

Shear Success, 12 Airlie Street , Alyth, 01828 633234 Wendy and Zoe would like to wish all their customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and look forward to styling them in 2017.

C Max Garden Services Alyth All aspects undertaken

Open 7 days serving breakfast, light bites and lunches both sit in or take away. Our popular breakfast box is only £3.25, vegetarian also available. Home made soups, macaroni cheese and stovies available every day. Great for the colder weather! We offer a vast selection of coffees, tea's, chai latte and hot chocolates including our amazing festive drinks including Christmas pudding latte, egg nog latte, gingerbread latte, toasted marshmallow latte or hot choc, candy cane mint hot choc, white hot choc and orange hot choc to name but a few! These drinks all come with cream and decorations for Christmas! We also have milkshakes and cold drinks inc fresh apple & orange. Sit in or takeaway, so why not pick up your favourite coffee before heading out! A new selection of patisserie cakes now available and proving extremely popular! Favourites so far have been Cinder Toffee, Ferrero Rocher and Chocolate Orange. Why not pop in and see what's available and have with a delicious festive coffee or hot chocolate! A variety of cakes, traybakes and freshly baked scones also available to sit in or take away. Call us on 01828 958040 to pre order your breakfast, lunch or drinks or reserve a table. Group bookings catered for. Outside catering and buffets made to order. Children's menu, high chairs and baby change available. Review us on Tripadvisor & Facebook Free wifi and Loyalty cards

22 years experience Grass cutting, strimming, edge trimming & renovation, leaf clearing, hedge cutting & removal, topiary, weed control, chemical spraying, rotovating, tree & shrub planting, tree & plant pruning and shaping, border maintenance, wood fencing & repairs (all types), slabbing & block paving, landscaping, turfing & grass seeding, driveways & patio power washing. From a tidy up to a regular maintenance programme to suit your needs The only call you'll ever need to make for your garden and grounds maintenance. Tel: Day- 07834041298 eve- 01828 633341

Kirrie Horse & Country 12 Bank St, Kirriemuir, DD8 4BG 01575 572500

WEE MACHINES

Equestrian Supplies and Feed

 dispute resolution  commercial  power of attorney  property  legal advice for Tourism Industry call: t. 01250 874 485 m. 07719 855856 for a free consultation e-mail: [email protected]. www.adams-law.co.uk

KIRRIEMUIR AERIAL SERVICES All types of Aerial and satellite Supply, Installation and repairs undertaken. Freeview / Freesat / Sky / TV mounting / Multiroom TV points. Tidy Job inside and out guaranteed. For free estimates Call John Soutar 01575 572875

Roofer/Slater

Slate Repairs, Tile Repairs Lead Undertaken, Insurance Work. 01828 633053 / 07761857994

Hoggs of Fife Clothing

DENNIS MELLOY

Garden Machinery Small Plant ATV’s and Utility vehicles Repairs and servicing Full workshop facilities On site service available

For Surgeries in the comfort of your own home

Garden Machinery and Power Products Stockist Telephone Jim on

Contact details Mobile: 07786674776 Home: 01828 632284 E mail: [email protected]

07783 626321 or 01828 632777 E: [email protected]

 wills & executries  employment law

Ronald Saunders

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(ALYTH) Victoria Garage Victoria Street, Alyth, PH11 8AU

farah adams – solicitor & notary public “a refreshing approach”

Your Local Councillor

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SALE OF ALYTH SCENES POSTCARDS and CARDS at DUNIRA, ST NINIANS ROAD ---------------------------------------------

A percentage from the sale of the cards & notelets will go to Wisecraft, the mental health craft project in Blairgowrie. -----------------------------------------------

Bus Pass and Car Licence Photographs Only two needed, £1 each Phone Listed Number TEL: 01828 632434 www.frogpublications.co.uk

J & J HOWE

Reform St. Blairgowrie Open Monday – Friday 8 - 5 Still continuing our high quality REMOVALS and STORAGE Complete removal service Local and Long distance Specialist to the Islands Large containerized storage warehouse Get free quote for your removal AUCTIONS and VALUATIONS Auction sale on Mondays 6pm Goods on view from 2pm day of sale Office open Tues and Wed 8.30 - 4 See weekly list and auction dates on line VISIT OUR INTERIOR SHOP We sell and fit carpets, cushion floor, blinds and curtains. For further details of all these services phone 01250 872361 or email [email protected] www.jjhowe.co.uk

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SCOUTS - BEAVERS - CUBS Following one of these infernal updates to my computer, it came as little surprise that I couldn’t find the photos I had just downloaded. They were eventually tracked down in some obscure folder, but my investigations found me trawling through previous photographs from 2016 amongst other files. The photos revealed such a vast range of activities at numerous locations and one of the common denominators were smiling faces throughout. It made me reflect on how many people were involved in making these events happen. To my fellow Leaders, of whom I am in awe at their creativity and dedication, the members of our committees who provide us with the resources, the community who support our fund raising and other events, the parents whose support is essential and all the others who willingly give their time and talents for the Movement. Above all are the young people we serve. Well done to them for the enthusiasm and dedication in engaging in the activities. Give yourself a pat on the back ….fairly low down! Yes , 2016 has turned out to be a belter!!! The Beavers and Cubs have been engaged with preparations for their Halloween parties. The Cubs took particular delight is manufacturing spider decorations which sacred the living daylights out of everyone. The parties passed with suitable dressing up and party games. Our poor minister Mike Erskine got the unenviable task of picking the best/worst/horrible character – a position fraught with contradictions and dangers The Young Leaders who are working with the Scouts ran a programme which included a similar theme , whereby the patrol had to dress up one of their members in fancy dress using only a limited amount of materials. I don’t know who looked worse, the guy they dressed up ….or the dressers – a close call ! This month had one of the brightest moons for 70 years and of course it rained the night of the wide game. We hastily relocated to the Haugh, and despite the overcast night, everyone managed to get covered in mud and got thoroughly soaked when the heavens opened up on our way back to the Scout Hut. At least that’s what happened to me , but I doubt if our charges noticed. The Young Leaders have their own training programme to follow, and I am delighted to note that James Atkinson has now completed his entire training and carried out his missions under the scheme. This will entitle him to wear a Young Leaders Belt and Badge which will be the first for our Group. Others are taking part and I hope they will have the drive to complete this as well. James will have a problem as not only will he be entitled to wear his Young Leaders Belt, he will also be shortly awarded his Explorer Belt along with the other Explorer Scouts who completed this in Germany. Didn’t I say it was a belter? From everyone in the Scout Group a very big thank you for 2016 and we can’t wait for 2017 !!! Ron Kirkpatrick Forthcoming Events Bingo Tea 8 December Book Fest 27 to 31 Dec, 2&3 Jan in Scout Hut 2.00- 4.00 pm

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OFFICIAL RELAUNCH ON

3RD DECEMBER 2016 CAFÉ & TEA ROOM

THE SINGING KETTLE, ALYTH THE DUST HAS FINALLY SETTLED AND WITH CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR APPROACHING FAST, A NEW CHAPTER BEGINS FOR THE SINGING KETTLE. WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR REGULAR CUSTOMERS FOR THEIR PATIENCE AS WELL AS WELCOME POTENTIAL NEW ONES BY INVITING YOU TO JOIN US ON SATURDAY, 3RD DECEMBER 2016 TO HAVE A LOOK AROUND OUR NEWLY REFURBISHED PREMISES AND SAMPLE FREE TASTER BITES FROM OUR NEW MENU AND SPECIALS. TO MARK THE OCCASION, WE WILL ALSO BE SERVING BRUNCH BETWEEN 12 AND 2PM FOR £9. THOSE WHO PREBOOK A PLACE FOR THIS CAN ENJOY A DISCOUNTED PRICE OF £5. YOU CAN ALSO APPRECIATE A GLASS OF SOMETHING STRONGER SINCE WE ARE NOW FULLY LICENCED AND OFFER A SELECTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO CHOOSE FROM.

WE GREATLY LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU. ~ANDREA AND DOUGLAS MACLEAN~ The Singing Kettle, 14 Airlie Street, Alyth PH11 8AJ Telephone: 01828 958 050

STEAK NIGHTS

AT STRATHMORE GOLF CENTRE Steak Nights Every Thursday! Enjoy 2 Meals comprising our 'Scott Brothers Butchers' Finest 8oz Rump Steaks, Served with Chips, Onion Rings, Mushrooms and Tomatoes, with either Peas and Coleslaw or a Side Salad, and a 250ml Carafe of Rioja Wine or White Alternative (or 2 soft drinks)

for only £24!

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FAMILY OWNED - “WE REALLY CARE”  Highly qualified stable staff team  2 registered nurses on duty 24 hrs a day  Home cooked choice of meals  Secure gardens  Some fully funded places available Una Tennant (RGN Manager) on 01250 876790 for further information or to arrange a visit.

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ALYTH FILM CLUB Autumn Showings at the Ogilvy Rooms

Sunday 18th December 7.30pm It’s a Wonderful Life PG Director Frank Capra's classic bittersweet comedy/drama about George Bailey (James Stewart), the eternally-in-debt guiding force of a bank in the typical American small town of Bedford Falls. As the film opens, it's Christmas Eve, 1946, and George, who has long considered himself a failure, faces financial ruin and arrest and is seriously contemplating suicide. High above Bedford Falls, two celestial voices discuss Bailey's dilemma and decide to send down eternally bumbling angel Clarence Oddbody (Henry Travers), who after 200 years has yet to earn his wings, to help George out. Start your Christmas celebrations with Alyth Film Club screening of the Christmas classic “It’s Wonderful Life” Starring James Stewart and Donna Reed Sunday 18th December, Ogilvie Rooms Doors open 7.15 for a 7.30 start **** Mulled wine and mince pies **** This screening is in aid of the community-led oral history project “The Story Box”. This project will capture the sounds and stories of Alyth past, present and future and make them available to listen to in a “time travel” phone box in Alyth Market Square. See February issue of The Voice for details of the project and how to submit your story.

We look forward to welcoming you to see this Christmas Classic. Sunday 29th January 2017 7.30pm Eddie the Eagle PG The story of Eddie Edwards, the notoriously tenacious British underdog ski jumper who charmed the world at the 1988 Winter Olympics. Directed by Dexter Fletcher and starring Taron Edgerton as Eddie, the lovable underdog with a never say die attitude and Hugh Jackman as his rebellious and charismatic coach. Doors 7.15 donations welcome.

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NEW* MEMBER DEAL

ALYTH BOWLING & TENNIS CLUB

FULL MEMBER FOR £450 (27 Hole)

Friday 16th December 2016 @ 8pm Tickets £3 (payable at door) Music by Tom Clark

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Sunday 1st January 2017 @ 7pm Tickets £5 Limited numbers, book early Telephone 632247 to reserve Music by Tipsy Laird

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AUTUMN WINTER PROMOTIONS PRE CHRISTMAS FESTIVE MENU

2 Course Meal for £9.95 per person

From 8th - 24th December

Available 12-2pm and 5-6pm Monday to Friday

-Roasted Red Pepper & Plum Soup served with Crusty Bread -Homemade Haddock & Leek Fishcake Flavoured with Cheddar Cheese & Chive and served with Sweet Chilli Dressing & Tartar Sauce -Beetroot & Goats Cheese Tart served with a Rocket & Baby Leaf Salad with a Light Vinaigrette Dressing -Duo of Fresh Melon served with a Fruit Sorbet, Fresh Berries and a Fruit Coulis

Children Eat Free! From Kids Menu

Maximum 1 Child Free per Adult purchasing from our A La Carte Menu

-Traditional Roast Turkey served with Pork & Chestnut Stuffing, Pigs in Blankets, Rich Gravy, Roast Potatoes, Vegetables & Cranberry Sauce -Pan Fried Fillet of Salmon served with a Prawn, Lemon & Dill Sauce, Baby Boiled Potatoes and Vegetables -Roast Angus Beef served with a Rich Red Wine Gravy, Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Potatoes & Vegetables -Chestnut, Spinach & Blue Cheese En Croute served with a Toasted Pine Nut Salad in a Light Dressing & Baby Boiled Potatoes

Traditional Sunday High Tea Available 4—6pm £9.25 per person Pre-Christmas Festive Menu

Available from 8th to 24th December

2 Courses £15.95 or 3 Courses £19.95

Christmas Day Menu

-Christmas Pudding served with a Traditional Brandy Sauce -Apple & Mixed Berry Crumble served with Vanilla Ice Cream -Homemade Baileys Cheesecake served with White Chocolate Ice Cream -Layers of Sponge Fingers Soaked in Sherry & Jelly and Topped with Creamy Custard & Fresh Cream

Available 25th December

Adult £34.95 Under 12’s £17.50 Under 5’s £6.95 BOOKING RECOMMENDED

Freshly Brewed Coffee or Tea served with Mince Pies

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CHRISTMAS GREETINGS

Merry Christmas

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