February Sandwich Series

Added by Jean Cook at 18:12 on 19 February 2024

Friday 23rd February 12.30 for 1pm Sian Winstanley - Soprano Stephen Adam - Piano A programme of music with a Valentine’s theme will include songs by Purcell, Britten, Arne, Debussy, Orff and Sondheim. Sian Winstanley Sian is probably best known locally as the highly regarded conductor of Hel...

Big Conversation

Added by Jean Cook at 18:10 on 13 February 2024

Saturday March 9th 1pm-4pm The Bridge Halls, Helensburgh Parish Church Organised by Plastic Free Helensburgh The purpose is to bring together the volunteers and organisations active in doing, educating, greening, growing, tending, appreciating and generally doing something to make our environment...

Tree industry information

Added by Jean Cook at 15:53 on 12 February 2024

This is an update on the story about a nursery being forced to burn trees becauce the Scottish Government was cutting its expenditure on Forests. Click on this link from Parkwatch for another side to the story.

Freedom of Information Seminar

Added by Jean Cook at 17:20 on 31 January 2024

Lunchtime 101: Freedom of Information Tuesday 5 February, 1-1.45pm Join ERCS for a joint webinar with the Campaign for Freedom of Information Scotland discussing prospects for Freedom of Information reform in Scotland, considering how this could aid transparency, improve accountability, and strength...

January Food Collection

Added by Jean Cook at 16:22 on 23 January 2024

Sunday 27th January – Shandon Foodbank, 1.00 – 2.00 Ardgare slip road

Seated Yoga Course

Added by Jean Cook at 19:08 on 22 January 2024

Free chair based yoga Tuesday 23rd January until 27th February 6 weekly sessions. 10.15 to 10.45 The Bridge Helensburgh Parish Church. This gentle form of exercise is suitable for anyone with arthritic or similar conditions and can help in improving balance and stability and reduce pain and stiffne...

January Sandwich Series

Added by Jean Cook at 18:33 on 22 January 2024

January 26th 1pm Programme: Bach Brandenburg concerto no. 3 - 2nd movement Gordon Jacob Six Shakespearian Sketches Schumann Piano Quartet in E flat major op.4 As always the doors will open at 12.30pm. Entry is through the rear door of the church (via the ramped access) where you can pick up yo...

February Church News

Added by Jean Cook at 18:31 on 22 January 2024

Sunday services will start at 11am and will be led by the Worship Team, with the exception of 4th February, which will be Communion when Rev Ian Millar will lead our service Tea and Coffee in the Church Hall after the service ---------------------------------------------- These events are not just f...

SEPA warning

Added by Jean Cook at 17:29 on 22 December 2023

A news release has been issued today - SEPA urges the public to sign up for free flood messages before heading into the festive period | Beta | SEPA | Scottish Environment Protection Agency Key messages: Being prepared can help you avoid travel disruption and keep your family s...

Cost of Living Advice

Added by Jean Cook at 18:15 on 14 December 2023

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Boundary Commission

Added by Jean Cook at 16:14 on 05 December 2023

You will be aware that the Boundary Commission has proposed that Lomond North be moved into the Argyll and Bute Constituency for elections to the Scottish Parliament. On behalf of Rhu and Shandon, the Community Council objected to this. This was our objection You can read other submissions on this p...

Lights Switch-on Event

Added by Jean Cook at 22:18 on 27 November 2023

Rhu Christmas Lights Switch On Event will take place on Friday 1st December from 6.30 to 8.30pm at Rhu village green. There will be a lot going on! Beano Disco Group led by Andrew Broadbelt Santa Claus, his assistant elves, and Rhu Primary school children will be ceremoniously switching on the...

Community events on December 1st

Added by Jean Cook at 21:45 on 27 November 2023

In addition to the lights Switch on the green, many community groups are taking taking part in the start of Christmas. In addition, Friday the 1st December is a special Rhu Christmas Events Day with the coming together of community groups. Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre Christmas Open Day 1...

Food Collection

Added by Jean Cook at 14:35 on 27 November 2023

Saturday 2nd December Foodbank collection to help Helensburgh Foodbank be fully stocked for the Christmas Period! The collection will be from 10 - 11am in the Churchyard.

December Church Activities

Added by Jean Cook at 14:29 on 27 November 2023

Tuesdays 5th, 12th, and 19th December Our weekly Knit and Natter meets between 2.00 - 4.00 p.m. in the Blue Room. This is not limited to knitters - come along with your knitting/crochet/needlework or just drop in for a cup of tea/coffee and a chat. For more information contact Lyn on 07892022122 Th...