rrrrr…it’s getting chilly again and time to reflect on our year and dream up some treats for 2006.

Badaguish Holidays

Two holidays were funded at Badaguish adventure centre for 14 young people in 2005 and as always, thoroughly enjoyed by all. Special thanks to the volunteer escorts. Caroline Fraser from Lenzie told us that she especially enjoyed the bikes and walking up mountains. She made lots of friends and would love to go again!

M&Ds, 25^th June

Were you there or square? A fantastic day out was had by 200 folk. One for the “do again” list.

AGM

There was a good turn out this year. A warm welcome to new committee members, Joanne McAlpine and Morna Lawson

Parent and toddler group

This is going from strength to strength. Watch out for new activities coming soon.

Contact Margaret on 0141 616 0060 or Joanne on 0141 616 0467 for further details

Acknowledgements

Huge thanks to staff at Asda, Motherwell and Cumbernauld, Amanda Campbell and customers of The Hut Shop Garscadden Rd S^th, Philip Coupar, Templeton Goodwill Trust and all the individuals who made personal donations, whose generosity and hard work make it all possible.

HRISTMAS TREAT

There is so much to do at this busy time of year, so the treat will be held on January 5th. There is a once-in-a lifetime choice of two thrilling shows:

We have secured seats at two great venues on January 5^th 2006. Up to four persons per family can take advantage of free tickets to either CBeebies Live brand new show at Glasgow Clyde Auditorium, start time 10.45 am (This will suit children aged 8 and under) OR  Aladdin at the Pavilion Glasgow, starting at 1.30 pm. There are 96 FREE places for our members, to be drawn out of a hat on the 20^th November.

Apply with the number of children and their ages, and at least one adult.

All applications must be received by 20^th November 2005, by post, phone or email – so be quick!

Yes - I want to be included in the Fabulous Free Festive Treat Prize Draw!

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