Carols by Candlelight
November 28, 2023
On Sunday 3 December 7.00-8.30pm we will be joined by special guests – The Inspiration Youth Choir, who will sing some songs for us and join in the usual carol singing. It’s an event for the whole village, so please come, and invite family, neighbours, and friends to join us. It’s for all ages! As usual, donations of mince pies, shortbread or tray bakes would be gratefully received either on Sunday morning or on the evening itself. If you are able to help serve or give help in the kitchen on the night, could you please add your name to the sheet in the foyer. Many thanks.
The Friendship Lunch
November 28, 2023
The Friendship Lunch will take place on Tuesday, 5th December at 12.30pm. This will be our Christmas Lunch and, as usual, the children from Torrance Primary School will be coming along to entertain us. We look forward to seeing you there.
Stitch and Enrich
November 28, 2023
Our Stitch and Enrich group will meet again on Tuesday 5 December 7-8.30pm. Come and enjoy an evening of chat and a cuppa. Everyone is welcome.
Christmas Lights Switch On!
November 28, 2023
On Friday the 1st of December the Community Council are having the Christmas light switch on at the square at 6 for 6-30pm. The school choir will be there, and one of the school pupils will be switching on the lights. The Caldwell Halls will be doing teas and coffees. There will be stalls and of course, Santa will be there too!
Crossover drop-in Youth Café
November 17, 2023
Saturday (18 November)!
The youth cafe will be running at the church, from 7pm to 9pm. As it is a drop-in cafe, the young people are welcome to attend for any period during that time, as they like, and as fits with any other commitments they may have for that evening.
Remember that Saturday Pizza Club is also running from 6pm (contact Iain Nisbet with any questions).
Please do spread the word and invite others you know from P7 to S4 who may be interested.
Christmas Carol Singing
November 17, 2023
Campsie Parish Church along with St Machan’s are having a community carol singing event on Saturday 16 December at 3pm in St Machan’s car park- if the weather is awful it’ll be held indoors at St Machan’s church. All welcome!
Pop Up Art Shop! – Open Saturday 25th November, 10am-4pm.
November 17, 2023
Location: Blairskaith House, Tower Road, G64 4AX
Featuring the work of local artists and crafters, unique handmade gifts will be available to buy, including pottery, jewellery, paintings and more (a perfect time for finding Christmas gifts!) Card and contactless payments are accepted. Come support local artists, passionate about creativity, community and caring for our world! 10% of all sales will be given to the charity SOHTIS to support the work they do in combating human trafficking. Teas, coffees and home baking will be available for donations towards this. Everyone is welcome!
Bearsden Choir conducted by Andrew Nunn
November 3, 2023
Johannes Brahms – ‘A German Requiem’ at The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, New Auditorium, Thursday 14 December 2023, 8pm. Tickets: £17.50; (Under 26) £6 available from the box office. glasgowconcerthalls.com also ‘available from choir members, e.g. Phil Malloch 01360 620970.
Crossover
November 3, 2023
Saturday 4 November 7-9pm
Crossover is back this weekend and it’s a “Big Event” Crossover. This Saturday we will be running a joint event with our friends at St. Rollox church in Sighthill. The evening will be filled with fun and games including an inflatable assault course and a bouncy castle! If your child wants to take part, please let us know in advance, this is very helpful for transport arrangements.
Please meet up at Torrance Parish Church from 6.15pm, we will be leaving promptly at 6.30pm. We will drop children back to their homes for around 9.30pm. Transport is by leaders’ cars. Some parental cars may be required. Please do spread the word and invite others you know from P7 to S4 who may be interested. New members will need to make sure to complete this session’s registration form (https://eu.jotform.com/202147077463353)
GB Fundraising Coffee Morning
October 27, 2023
Saturday 28th October
The Girls’ Brigade coffee morning with ‘Crafts and Home Baking’ is Saturday 28th October from 9:30 – 11:30am at the church and we are fundraising for GB.
Donations of home baking would be most welcome.
Thank you.
