By Elaine Campbell 568381

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Gala

Fairlie will be hosting the return of the historic Raft Race during the Fairlie Gala weekend. Teams consisting of two or more people will race their self-built crafts along a section of Fairlie beach. Organisers hope the event will be well supported by local and visiting teams.

Fairlie has a proud maritime culture and heritage and this years raft race will be centred around a “Creatures of the Sea” theme. The rafts are to be constructed from recycled materials.

The winning team will have many honours bestowed upon them and will hold the highly coveted ‘Champions’ title until the next race.

The Gala Day moves to Fairlie north shore on Saturday 19 August.

There will be Firth of Clyde Coastal Rowing group rib trips, custard pie fight, facepainting, birds of prey, bottle stall, barbecue, licensed bar with real ales, and live music from 'Crisis'.

Gala Parties

As their contribution to this year’s Gala, Fairlie Community Association will organise parties for Fairlie youngsters at the Village Hall on Friday, 18th August. A fancy dress party for 4-8 year olds will be followed by a murder mystery party for 9-16 year olds, with fun, games and prizes available at both! For full details, check out Fairlie Community Association’s website or Facebook page, or contact them on 07958 048908 or at fairliecommass@gmail.com.

Zumba

Zumba dance fitness classes are held in the Village Hall on Tuesday 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.

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.

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.

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