Local Information / What's On 

Stride for Life

The group meet every Tuesday at 10.45 am at the Moncreiffe Church Hall.  Each week they go on  a 'health walk' which is designed to cater for people of all ages and abilities. Whether it is a local route from the hall or a jaunt in the mini bus to see the scenery somewhere else, you will have the chance to enjoy a walk and chat in the company of others. All walks are led by trained leaders.  Wear comfortable and suitable clothing.  After the walk you can stay for a cuppa or some soup at the Church lunch club (very reasonably priced). More info available on 01738 492467. 

More programme details at www.liveactive.co.uk

Gateway Community Church

For more information contact:

GatewayCommunityChurch,

Glenearn Centre, Glenearn Road, Perth. PH2 0NJ. 

T: 01738 446347

 Moncreiffe Tea Dancers

The Moncreiffe Tea Dancers meet on a regular basis to enjoy a cup of tea and a wee dance to music by George Barnett. The dates of the 2011 tea dances are listed below and take place at Moncreiffe Church Hall, 1.30pm to 3.30pm but if you would like more information:

Tuesday 30^th August

 Contact Gill on 01738 477677 or email gmotion@pkc.gov.uk

Breathe Easy Perthshire

Breathe Easy Perthshire is part of the British Lung Foundation. We are an awareness group meeting every 3^rd Thursday of the month at Moncreiffe Community Centre, Glen Lyon Rd, Perth.

We meet between 1.30 – 3.30pm and we have a speaker and a cuppa.

Contact Moira on 01738 583229

Craigie & Moncreiffe Church

Sunday Church Services

Six Circle Project

 Based in South Perth, on the Edinburgh Road, Perth Six Circle Project is a local charity which works with people who are at risk of social exclusion in the Perth locality. This includes people experiencing mental health issues and the long-term unemployed.

The Project is open 3 days per week, offering a range of opportunities for individuals to develop their skills, so they are fully able to participate in their community. Indeed, theSix Circle ethos is encapsulated in the phrase, ‘In meeting the needs of others, we meet the needs in ourselves’.

 Our Independent Living Skills programme, run on a Tuesday, gives individuals the opportunity to learn how to cook healthy meals fromscratch and how to manage on a budget, as well as covering a range of topics in our weekly workshops. Topics we have explored this year include, assertiveness skills, a practical music session, ceramic art and Spanish and Scottish culture. 

 Each Wednesday, service users participate in a Community Jobs Programme. Offering their services to people who may have difficulty with practical jobs, such as older people, lone parents and people with disabilities, the group carry out a range of tasks, such as, gardening, clutter clearance and painting of outdoor structures/fences.

On Thursdays, our Health & Wellbeing Programme encourages service users to participate in a range of community leisure activities such as swimming, badminton, cycling and going to the gym. This helps decrease stress levels, improve physical fitness and support with weight loss.

 If you, or someone you know, requires a day of practical help with any of the above tasks, you are interested in becoming a volunteer or you would like to join the Project, then please give Perth Six Circle Project a phone. The Project is open 9-4.30pm, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Please telephone: 01738-445384 or email:info@sixcircleperth.co.uk.

Darnhall Tennis Club 

Darnhall Tennis Club is  located in  Orchard Place (off Murray Crescent) in the Craigie area of Perth (for those with satnav-PH2 0HS). We have four concrete courts available on most days and evenings for the public to play on. (Adults £1.50 per half hour, £1 per child , free to members). We are in the course of rebuilding almost every part of the club. We are moving the process forward to rebuild three of the courts with a new all weather surface to enable tennis to be played all year round. The current playing season is March to end of October (because of the old style concrete courts). Coaching has been available with assistance from Jane Morrison (from Kinnoull T.C) and Douglas Gibson (from Scone T.C). However we are delighted to have with us Olivia Paisley who is now Darnhall's resident coach. Olivia and Darnhall T.C are striving to increase the amount of tennis played at Darnhall. It is worth remembering that Tennis should be played for FUN! Don't be put off by thinking "I'm not good enough". It is amazing how quickly rallies can be increased from a couple of hits to a dozen hits with just a little advice- and by using the right type of ball! By the way , not only will Ollie be taking classes at Darnhall, she is also available for one-to-one tuition.

Useful contacts-

Gary Straiton (Chairman) 628392
Sege Merone (Secretary) 447467
Olivia Paisley (Coach) 07825810149

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Schools

Moncreiffe Primary School

For more information on what is going on at the school contact:

MoncreiffePrimary School

Gleneagles Rd, Perth

PH2 OAW

T: 01738 472333

www.moncreiffe.pkc.sch.uk

Moncreiffe Primary School News July 2011

P5,6 &7 were filmed by Learning & Teaching Scotland during and after their recent open day showcasing their interdisciplinary work on the theme “Scots on Top”. This film will be put on the HMIE Journey to Excellence website as an example of excellent practice in Scottish schools.

For more information on what is going on at the school contact:

Craigie Primary School

Abbot Street, Perth

PH2 OEE

T: 01738 472300  

Craigie Primary School News July 2011

 At the end of the term Moncreiffe pupils were treated to a 'cool' surprise party to  congratulate them on their recent excellent HMIe inspection.  An ice-cream van  unexpectedly pulled up in the playground after lunch.  Pupils ( and staff!) were then each given an ice cream tub, complete with decoration.  The school was awarded one excellent, six very goods and a good by the inspectors.  They also commended the  children,   noting how  motivated and eager to learn they were.  The pupil made   web-site, "our school is cool" also merited a special mention.   During the celebration assembly the children also said goodbye to their ever popular 'lollipop' man , Luke Grant, who retired after many years of service."

Craigie Playgroup

The playgroup recently held their annual 'Summer Fayre' which raised over £600.  The group is a charity which relies on funding to operate the sessions for 2-4 year olds.  The committee which is made up of local parents and play leaders are really grateful to the support of local people who attended the fayre and who have supported other fundraisers this year.  For more info on the group either contact craigieplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk or check out the group's facebook page.

Inchview Primary School 

For more information on what is going on at the school contact:

Inchview Primary School,

Glenearn Campus,

Glenearn Road, Perth,

PH2 0BE

T: 01738 472450

South Perth Community Partnership provides support for groups and individuals in the South Perth area of Moncreiffe, Friarton, Craigie and South Inch to identify issues of concern, find local solutions and encourage more involvement within the local community.


 

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