Konect Magazines

01/07/2024

The July issue of Konect and the Dell Directory is currently being distributed. Abstract summer covers - summer is rather an abstract idea so far this year! 😅 Despite the cold though we have plenty of positive content to warm the heart here, as ever. A chance to win a 3 course meal for 2 at Dine Edinburgh's Craiglockhart restauraunt (Edinburgh editions); 20% off at FORK and FIELD in Mid Calder (Calders edition); an update on the good work of the KNEC Community Listening Project (Calders edition); suggestions for Fringe shows to attend where local people are performing; plans for the new Bathgate Meadows nature park; and much more!

03/06/2024

Could you volunteer with NHS Lothian?

As this week is National Volunteers Week (Monday 3 June – Sunday 9), NHS Lothian are putting out a call for new volunteers in the West Lothian area.

There are a number of opportunities to work with patients and staff in St John’s Hospital in Livingston.

Agnes Ritchie, Associate Nurse Director in St John’s Hospital, said: “We welcome volunteers from all walks of life and they are a valued part of the St John’s team, thanks to the incredible support they give to both staff and patients.

“Particularly on National Volunteers Week, I would like to say a thank you to all the Volunteers currently working in St John’s for making a difference to people’s lives through their daily acts of kindness, care and compassion.”

As well St John’s Hospital, there are also volunteer opportunities in other sites around West Lothian including Tippethill in Armadale, and Maple Villa in Craigshill.

Currently the Health Board has over 100 volunteers in the West Lothian area but are eager to welcome more. Roles include Ward Helpers, Welcome Guides, Meaningful Activity volunteers, Ward Visitors, Gardeners and more.

Mark, one of the Welcome Guides in St John’s, said “We provide patients and visitors with directions to wards and departments in a timely manner, helping to ease any stress or anxiousness that they may feel. It’s a valuable service and people often come back to thank us.”

There are also volunteering roles for Drivers, A&E Helpers, Complementary Therapists and Befrienders.

Claire Garton, Voluntary Services Manager, West Lothian said: “Volunteering offers a chance to build your skills, knowledge and experience while also giving back to your community. Our volunteers always tell us that their roles are really fulfilling, and they make great friends along the way. We are looking for volunteers from all walks of life and look forward to welcoming you to our team of volunteers.”

To find out more about the volunteer opportunities available across West Lothian visit: https://www.nhslothian.scot/getinvolved/volunteering/volunteering-opportunities/

01/06/2024

☀️ What a gorgeous day for Bathgate Procession and Mid Calder Children's Gala Day! Wishing everyone a wonderful time and a big thank you to the volunteers who make it all happen 🙏

01/06/2024

Welcome to June ☀️ Wishing all our readers a lovely gala season! Pick n Mix on the front covers of the June Konect, as plenty of these will be consumed over the next couple of weeks as we get stuck into galas and summer fayres 🍭🍬 This issue features The School Bank West Lothian's summer appeal, as well as highlighting the work of the Rosebery Centre in Polbeth, and all our usual columns

27/05/2024

How do normal signs of ageing differ from signs of dementia?

In the Living Well column in the May issue, Home Instead West Lothian helps us understand the differences. Read the article online here: https://www.konect.scot/post/signs-of-dementia

May 27th to June 2nd is Dementia Awareness Week, held with the aim of raising awareness of dementia and helping improve the lives of people with dementia, their families and carers.

16/05/2024

📅 Thursday 23rd May, 11am - 2pm. Meet employers from different industries and find out about job opportunities locally. Howden Park Centre, Livingston,

13/05/2024

"By listening more closely to the needs of the local community we’ve been able to introduce new private services which are proving popular, as are changes to our product lines, which now include a new baby range".

Read the interview with Nicole Misstear, Pharmacist and Manager at Balerno Pharmacy, to find out about how the team can help you with your healthcare on a daily basis 💙

Published in the May Konect (Balerno edition) and online here:
https://www.konect.scot/post/balerno-village-pharmacy

11/05/2024

📅Enjoy an evening of music at the Bathgate Concert Orchestra Summer Concert! Featuring "How to train your dragon", "Congo del Fuego" and a wold premier 🎵 🎶 Friday 24th May, 7:30pm, in St Andrew's Church, Deans, Livingston, EH54 8PE. Admission by donation

10/05/2024

Trustee vacancy: Local charity Tiphereth Camphill Edinburgh are looking for a volunteer Trustee with experience and qualifications in financial management and monitoring to join the Board.

Tiphereth is a unique community established at the heart of Colinton 30 years ago, where people with learning difficulties, staff and volunteers work and grow together.

There are various ways for the community to get involved, including enjoying the Summer Fair on 15th June. Read the full article in the May Konect (Edinburgh editions) and online here: https://www.konect.scot/post/tiphereth-purpose-belonging

09/05/2024

📢 Are you involved in a local fundraising event over the summer? Gala?
Send us the details or your poster, and we will publish it in Konect for free, space-permitting! ✅
Here are Konect we love to help spread the word about local charity events. Here is what Almondell Model Engineering Centre said recently:
"Thank you so much for including a mention about our open days at Almondell in the May edition of the Konect magazine. Our open day last Sunday was a great success and many mentioned that they had seen the advert in the magazine."

Email details and/or your poster to [email protected] by the 15th of the month prior to print.

We publish free of charge for local events within or close to the Konect distribution area., for charities and not-for-profit groups, space-permitting.

09/05/2024

📈Linlithgow-based Sutherland Mayfair Financial Planning help guide you through each stage of your and your family's lives, ensuring you stay on track for your goals and helping out whenever life throws the unexpected at you. Get in touch to see how they can help.

08/05/2024

🚲Fancy trying an e-bike? Lothian Bike Library has a fleet of e-bikes available for hire. If you’re thinking about getting an e-bike this summer, or are curious to see if one would work for your commute, this is a perfect opportunity to try before you buy. Read the full article in the May issue of Konect and online here: www.konect.scot/post/fancy-trying-an-e-bike

03/05/2024

🎼🎻 Calling all string players (approx Grade 5+): Linlithgow String Orchestra invites you to join them for some light-hearted playing on Monday evenings in May and June (see poster for dates) at the Linlithgow Masonic Lodge. £4 per rehearsal, or included in orchestra membership. Book at [email protected]

01/05/2024

The May issue is currently being delivered by our indefatigable team of local distributors ✨ Featuring the West Lothian Bike Library, who are encouraging us all to try one of their e-bikes; a Spotlight on Balerno Pharmacy (Lindsay & Gilmour Pharmacy); local charities Tiphereth Camphill Edinburgh in the Edinburgh editions, and Eczema Outreach Support in the Linlithgow edition. Plus all the columns you know and love 🤩

30/04/2024

🌟 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓: 𝐋𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐔𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐁 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Ready to lace up those running shoes and hit the road? Look no further than Lothian Running Club - public page , your go-to destination for friendly and inclusive running experiences!

🏃‍♂️ Coached Sessions: Join them twice weekly for expertly guided group sessions suitable for all abilities. From road to track to trails, there's a group for every runner.

👟 Social Run: Join their weekly Wednesday 5-mile/8km social run around Livingston. It's a chance to connect with fellow runners in a safe and supportive environment.

🏅 Membership: Unlock a world of benefits with their affordable membership packages. Enjoy subsidised track sessions, free races, a club training plan, and much more!

Ready to take the first step? Visit their website at www.lothianrunningclub.co.uk to learn more and get started on your running journey today! 🌈

To find out more about what they do : https://issuu.com/hjgs/docs/livingston_apr_2024_issuu/14

28/04/2024

📅 Sunday 5th May: Open Day at Almondell Model Engineering Centre, Broxburn 🚂 A fantastic family day out, with train rides on their lovely track though the woodland. Tea, coffee and snacks, free parking. (They have a series of open days through the summer too if you can't make this one!)

22/04/2024

🌍 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 🌿

Let's celebrate by taking care of our communities and our planet.

Did you know that Konect Magazine is committed to sustainability? We print on FSC (Forestry Stewardship Council) certified paper, ensuring the highest ecological, social, and ethical standards are met. Plus, our inks are all soya-based! ♻️

And here's the best part: our magazines are recyclable or safely compostable (except the staples), so you can enjoy reading guilt-free! Let's continue to make eco-friendly choices and protect our beautiful Earth. 🌎

19/04/2024

📝 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬! 🌟

𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐩 - 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐮𝐫𝐮

With over 40 years of experience, Dougal and Leslie from New Hopetoun Gardens bring their expertise to our pages. Dougal shares his gardening wisdom in our monthly Garden Project, inspiring readers to cultivate beautiful outdoor spaces.

𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐌𝐜𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 - 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭

As the head vet at West Port Veterinary Clinic in Linlithgow, Stuart provides invaluable insights into pet health. His vet's tip column offers essential advice for keeping our furry friends happy and healthy.

𝐓𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐆𝐢𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭 - 𝐘𝐨𝐠𝐚 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫

Residing in Livingston, Tina shares her passion for yoga and meditation through her Thought for the Month column. Her wisdom and guidance inspire readers to find peace and balance in their lives.

𝐒𝐮𝐳𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 - 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫

Based in Balerno, Suzanne contributes to our Local People column and Notes from a Small Village. With her keen observations and engaging storytelling, Suzanne offers readers a glimpse into the heart of community life.

🌿🐾🧘‍♀️ Join us in celebrating the talents of our incredible writers!

11/04/2024

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐲𝐧𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐠 - '𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞'

Join the The Cheyne Gang , a community singing group dedicated to supporting individuals living with long-term respiratory conditions like COPD, Asthma, and Bronchiectasis. Through the power of music, they provide a welcoming space where participants can come together to sing, breathe, and connect.

Discover the transformative benefits of singing for respiratory health by visiting their website: https://www.thecheynegang.com/

Join us as we harmonise our way to better breathing and improved well-being! 🎶 🎶

11/04/2024

🎨 Art classes and weekly social in Currie with Just Village Social Events! Come and be creative a couple of hours a week in a relaxed and friendly environment.
📅 Spring and summer sessions starting 2nd May.
✨Develop your own style, refresh your basics and boost your confidence as an artist!
📧 Email [email protected]

09/04/2024

🌟 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭! 🚀

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05/04/2024

🌟 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓: BK Tutoring 📚

As exam season approaches, April marks a crucial juncture for students gearing up for Nat 5, Higher, or Advanced Higher finals in May. With the pressure on, BK Tutoring steps in to provide invaluable support and guidance.

Their expert tutors offer personalised sessions designed to target areas of weakness, reinforce understanding, and build confidence for exam success. Whether it's mastering tricky concepts, honing exam techniques, or overcoming test an ongoing challenge, BK Tutoring is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential.

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03/04/2024

🌼 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 - 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐅𝐋𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐄 𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄 🌞

As the sun starts to shine, our friends at Champfleurie Estate are blooming with an incredible Spring Sale offer! 🌻

Enjoy a fabulous 15% off prices quoted on their website, making it the perfect time to spruce up your outdoor space with high-quality garden furniture.

Get ready to make the most of the sunny days ahead and create your own outdoor oasis for summer living! ☀️

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! - www.champfleurieestate.co.uk

01/04/2024

April issue of Konect being delivered now 🙂 Featuring West Lothian Running Club Lothian Running Club - public page, ticket information for the Linlithgow Moondance, You - yoga studio and wellness hub,What's On, a lovely nature walk in the Pentlands, property for sale locally - and much more, as ever!

31/03/2024

Wishing all our wonderful community members a very Happy Easter! 🐰🌷

May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of chocolate eggs! 🥚🍫

29/03/2024

Sometimes it's the shortest of reviews which show how truly effective door to door marketing still is.

Maybe its time you explored it for your business or enterprise?

26/03/2024

𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 - 𝐀𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 "𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐚𝐫"

Discover the compassionate care and expert services at Almond Hearing. Susie and Frazer Paterson lead a highly-qualified team specializing in tinnitus, balance disorders, and cutting-edge hearing aids.

For the full feature, visit: https://www.konect.scot/post/almond-hearing.

18/03/2024

𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 - 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐡 - 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐊𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🏠

Discover top kitchen renovation insights from Sarah Maguire of Raison Home Edinburgh - Kitchens, Bedrooms, Bathrooms

She shares expert advice on flow, inspiration, and budgeting for a successful project.

Find out more at: https://www.konect.scot/post/kitchen-renovation

Are you planning to renovate your kitchen this year? For many of us, entertaining over Christmas and other holiday periods focuses the mind on what we’d like to improve. And no room does this more than the kitchen!Before you race off to spend hours looking at kitchen showrooms, local kitchen and h...