Fairlie Notes

by Elaine Campbell 568381

Litter Pick

The annual Litter Pick will begin on Saturday April 1, and continue throughout the month. Litter pickers and bags will be provided by N.A.C. and will be available from Ann Gregory on 568643. With the strong winds we’ve been experiencing there’s a lot of litter about, so it won’t take much searching to find - please do as much as you are able to improve the state of Fairlie.

Art Club

There will be a demonstration at the Art Club on Tuesday April 4 at 7pm in the Village Hall, when members are pleased to welcome back artist Felicity Walker who will be “Painting A Still Life”. This should prove an interesting demonstration, and members and non-members alike are very welcome to attend (cost £3).

The club will also hold a Saturday Workshop on 22nd April, when guest artist Nicole Stevenson will make a return visit. Places on this workshop need to be booked, by contacting Ann on 568421.

Yoga

General Yoga classes are held at Fairlie Parish Church on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9.45am to 11.15am. Drop-in and try a class – no experience is required and mats, belts and blocks are provided. Enquiries to Dai-An on 07855 989656 (Yoga Scotland Qualified Teacher).

Snooker

The Semple Centre is open for playing snooker on Monday to Friday from 2pm to 4pm - if you are interested in playing, contact Bill Hastie on 568617 or Joe Brown on 568200.

Zumba

Zumba dance fitness classes are held in the Village Hall on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10am to 11am. Zumba is great fun, and you can put in as much (or as little!) energy as you want. There’s no need to book, just go along and pay at the door (£4) – all welcome! If you have any queries, contact Fairlie Community Association on 07958 048908 or at fairliecommass@gmail.com.

Ballet

Ballet classes for youngsters aged 3+ years are held in the Village Hall on Tuesday afternoons. If interested, please contact Fairlie Community Association on 07958 048908 or at fairliecommass@gmail.com for further details and application form.

Toddlers

The Toddlers group meets in the Village Hall on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 10am to 11.30am with toys and activities for babies and young children under five (and a cuppa and chat for the accompanying adults). There’s a mix of mums, dads and grandparents, and everyone’s welcome. Just drop in and join them, or contact Kimberley on 07812 356664 if you have any queries.

Semple Centre Singers

The Semple Centre Singers meet in the Semple Centre, Fairlie on Wednesdays from 11am to 12 noon to sing and enjoy a rich variety of songs. New members are welcome – your first visit is free, and after that it costs £1 per session. For further information, please telephone Alistair Massey on 01475 568124.

Pilates

Bill Lowrie’s Pilates class is in the Village Hall on Wednesdays from 1.45pm to 2.45pm. The class is suitable for all ages and all levels of experience, so why not drop in and breathe your way to improved posture, muscle tone and core strength during the routines. The class costs £4, which is payable at the door – no need to book. For more information, contact Bill on 07769 624342.

Youth Club

Fairlie Youth Club, which meets in the Village Hall on Wednesday evenings for ages 10 and over, is currently at full capacity. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list for when places become available, please contact Heidi on 568631.

Badminton

Fairlie Badminton Club play in the Village Hall on Thursdays from 8pm to 9.30pm. New members are welcome – contact Eva on 568809 for more information.

Bridge Club

Results of the Howell Movement played on Thursday March 16 are:- 1st - John Black & Joe Brown; 2nd – Mary Galbraith & Mary Lunday; 3rd – Anne Ellor & Hazel Gray; 4th – Nan Laing & Rose Stevenson

Village Hall

Fairlie Village Hall can be hired for family parties, discos, fundraisers, meetings, classes, etc. There’s a large hall with stage and a small meeting room, and a PA system, urn, crockery, table linen, etc. are available for lessees’ use. Contact Fairlie Community Association on 07958 048908 or e-mail fairliecommass@gmail.com for details of availability and cost.

News Items

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