Month: September 2016 (Page 1 of 2)

An exciting new post* has arisen to work as an administrative assistant in Strathdearn Community Development Company and White River Trading.

The position on offer is a 10hr per week post, with flexible working hours, particularly focusing on communications and social media.  Working closely with existing members of staff and Directors of the company, the individual will be creative, have a keen eye for detail, and have a knowledge of social media and marketing, or a willingness to learn.

Please send a CV and covering letter detailing any relevant experience to the Strathdearn Community Development Administrative Assistant at scdassist@hotmail.com or alternatively place in the post box at the Village Hall.

Closing date for CV’s is 10th October 2016

*The post is funded by the Scottish Government, so all CVs submitted will be considered on a conditional bases of grant approval.

The 2015/16 session of WI meetings ended on Monday May 9^th with the AGM, followed by a chance to taste each other’s favourite baking, over a good blether.

The 2016/17 session will start on Monday 5^th September at 7.30pm in the Strathdearn Hall. The content of the meeting will be advertised in the next Newsletter and on posters around the community. The usual format of the meeting is for a talk of about an hour followed by refreshments and a short business meeting. There is a competition and a raffle.

We may be a small WI but we are perfectly formed. We’re a group of friendly individuals who get together to learn from our speaker, enjoy one another’s company and support each other when needed. We have the opportunity to take part in events held by the local group of WI’s, the County Federation and the national Federation.

All in all, it’s a great organisation to be involved with and we would welcome your company, either on a regular basis or once to hear a particular speaker. If you come once, you never know, you might enjoy it so much you come again and again. Whichever way you decide to come, you’ll get a warm welcome. We look forward to seeing you.

Carol James, Vice Chairman

Our season has kicked off and we are looking forward to another brilliant season of football. Maybe even another cup win or league title!

Here is a list of our home matches for the season. It would be good to have some local support on the sidelines. The games are played at Raigbeg Pitches.

Tuesday 17th May v Boat of Garten –  Early 7pm kick off.

Friday 10th June… v Grantown 
Tuesday 14th June… v Cromdale 
Tuesday 28th June… v Grantown
Tuesday 12th July… v Aviemore
Tuesday 26th July… v Boat of Garten

All are 7.15pm kick off’s!

**date for your diaries**   Sat 13th Aug! 
We will be holding our Annual YOUNG v OLD football match along with end of season presentations at the village hall.
Open to all!! Families, friends, current and ex players.. come along support and/or join the team for a night! The oldies are hoping to retain their win from last year!

Thank you to all who joined us to celebrate our first cup win and help fundraise for your local team last year. It was a very successful night. This year will be along same lines, aiming for the burger van to attend, presentations, raffle and hopefully some music. 

Details to follow…. look out for posters in the village nearer the time! Everyone Welcome!

Thank you, 
Bobby, Gary and Edwin and the team

Church of Scotland
Parish of Moy, Dalarossie and Tomatin
Interim Moderator: Rev Morven Archer  Tel: 01463 237840
www.strathsnairnanddearn.co.uk
All Age Worship:
takes place in the Strathdearn Hall at 10.30 am on the second Sunday of the month.  Families are especially welcome.   Donations to the Highland Foodbank are also welcomed at the Services in the Hall. Any of the following items will be much appreciated:-  Breakfast Cereal / Pasta or Rice / Tinned Potatoes / Oatcakes or Crackers / Tinned Vegetables / Tinned Tomatoes / Tinned Fruit / Long Life Fruit Juice / Tinned Ham or Corned Beef / Tinned Soup / Tinned Tuna or Salmon / Tinned Mince or Stew / UHT Milk / Tinned Custard or Rice / Teabags or Coffee / Sugar.  Further information from Sandra 01808 511246.

Afternoon Tea:
Join us at the Strathdearn Hall for a blether over freshly made sandwiches and delicious scones and cakes between 3 and 4 pm on the second Monday of each month. Further information from Vivian 01808 511355 or Sandra 01808 511246.
Messy Church:
Come to Messy Church at the Strathdearn Hall on Sunday 29th May and Sunday 26th June from 4pm – 6pm.  Try your hand at some of the crafts; join with us in the Celebration Time and then for a lovely meal.  Fun and fellowship enjoyed by all – and all very warmly welcome.  (Children need to bring an adult with them.)  There is no charge but donations welcomed. We will be taking a summer break in July and August – re-starting on Sunday 29th September but in the meantime there is to be a Summer Barbeque on 21st August at Liz and Richard Cooling’s home at The Old Manse, Moy between 3pm and 5pm.  All welcome – whether or not you go to Messy Church.

Services (all at 10.30 am unless stated otherwise):
May:
15th     Dalarossie Church
22nd        Tomatin Church
29th    Tomatin Church
June;
5th    Dalarossie Church.  We will be celebrating Holy Communion.
12th    All Age Worship in the Strathdearn Hall.  Tea after the Service.
19th    Dalarossie Church
26th    Tomatin Church
July:
3rd    Dalarossie Church
10th    All Age Worship in the Strathdearn Hall.  Tea after the Service.
17th    Dalarossie Church
24th    Tomatin Church.
31st     Tomatin Church
September:
1st:    Dalarossie Church
All warmly welcome at all or any of our Services and Activities

ADVANCE NOTICE – Put the date in your diary NOW!!!

We will be holding a Messy Church BBQ on 21st August from 15.00-17.00 at The Old Manse, Moy.
There will be a bouncy castle, hot tub, garden games and lots of lovely food!
Whether you currently come to Messy Church; don’t come but are interested; aren’t interested or have never heard of it – everyone is welcome. Come along and enjoy the activities or just have a blether.
We’d particularly welcome any men who would be willing to help with the BBQ on the day.
Any queries contact Liz Cooling 511353.

Church of Scotland
Parish of Moy, Dalarossie and Tomatin
Interim Moderator:  Rev Morven Archer
T: 01463 237840
All Age Worship:
takes place in the Strathdearn Hall at 10.30 am on the second Sunday of the month.  Families are especially welcome.  There is usually a Kidzone slot with activities for children during the Service.  Donations to the Highland Foodbank are also welcomed at these Services.  Any of the following items will be much appreciated:-  Breakfast Cereal / Pasta or Rice / Tinned Potatoes / Oatcakes or Crackers / Tinned Vegetables / Tinned Tomatoes / Tinned Fruit / Long Life Fruit Juice / Tinned Ham or Corned Beef / Tinned Soup / Tinned Tuna or Salmon / Tinned Mince or Stew / UHT Milk / Tinned Custard or Rice / Teabags or Coffee / Sugar.  Further information from Vivian 01808 511355/Liz 01808 511353
Afternoon Tea:
Join us at the Strathdearn Hall for a blether over freshly made sandwiches and delicious scones and cakes between 3 and 4 pm on the second Monday of each month. Further information from Vivian 01808 511355 or Sandra 01808 511246.
Messy Church:
Will be restarting after its summer break on Sunday 25th September and thereafter on the last Sunday of the month (except for December when we shall be meeting on Sunday 18th) in the Strathdearn Hall from 4pm – 6pm.  Everyone is invited – adults, children, teenagers, carers, grandparents – come as friends, families or partners, or come on your own; all-comers welcome.  (Children do need to be accompanied by an adult, though.)  Fun, Crafts, a short Worship Time and a nice meal guaranteed!  Free entry but donations welcome.  Further details from Vivian 01808 511355/Sandra 01808 511246/Liz 01808 511353 – and don’t forget ……
Messy Church Barbecue – Sunday 21st August at Liz and Richard’s home, The Old Manse, Moy, from 3-5pm.  All welcome.

Alpha Course starting in September.  This weekly course running up to December is equally suitable as an introduction to the Christian faith, or as a refresher course for more established Christians.  Led by Sandra on Monday nights, 7pm, starting with an Alpha Supper and a short introduction to the course in the Strathdearn Hall on Monday 12th September at 7pm.  All welcome.  Further information from Sandra 01808 511246.

Please Note that Tomatin Church will sadly be closing soon.  Tomatin Church Services marked with an * may have transferred to the Strathdearn Hall by that time. Services at Dalarossie Church will not be affected

Services (all at 10.30 am unless stated otherwise):
August:
7th     Dalarossie Church
14th     Strathdearn Hall All Age Worship with Tea after the Service.
21st    Dalarossie Church
30th     Tomatin Church
September:
4th       Dalarossie Church  (Ordination of New Elders, followed by Soup & Pudding
    Lunch in the Strathdearn Hall)
11th    Strathdearn Hall All Age Worship with Tea after the Service.
18th      Dalarossie Church
25th      Tomatin Church (Sacrament of Holy Communion)
October:
2nd     Dalarossie Church
9th    Strathdearn Hall All Age Harvest Thanksgiving with Tea after the Service.  Flowers to be given instead
    of Blythswood items this year, and distributed to folks after the Service.
16th    Dalarossie Church
23rd     Tomatin Church*
30th    Tomatin Church*
November:
6th    Dalarossie Church  (Sacrament of Holy Communion)
All warmly welcome at all our Services and Activities

In the Strathdearn Hall from 4pm – 6pm and you are invited!

We’ll be doing crafts to remind us of Harvest Thanksgiving.

Then we’ll have a Bible Storytelling Time and a nice tea before we go home.

Everyone is invited – adults, children, teenagers, carers, grandparents – come as friends, families or partners, or come on your own; all-comers welcome!

If you are a child you will need to bring an adult with you – they can have fun too!

Free Entrance Donations Welcome

Further Details from:
Vivian Roden (511355) or Sandra Edward (511246)

Winter is never the easiest time for walking in the countryside, and the last few months have been a little more difficult than usual, as there have been many rainy days. Over the last couple of weeks it has not rained, but it has been very cold and we have contended with snow and ice. However, the Step it Up Strathdearn group is nothing if not intrepid, and we have not let the elements put us off walking.

Indeed one could argue that winter, with the temptation to tuck up by a fire, and indulge in the remainder of the Christmas chocolates and mince pies, is just the very time we should rouse ourselves to step outside for a good healthy walk.

Once one gets outside there are many pleasures. A brisk walk helps the circulation to speed up, and the clean cold air helps you to breathe deeply and apreciate our Highland air. Even the feeling of rain on your face creates a sense of freedom and enjoyment of the elements. On our last two walks however, the snow has lain crisp and even, although not deep; the sun has shone, and the world has been a very beautiful place. Walking back along the high track above Loch Moy, the Cairngorms come into view, and the sight of these pristine white peaks floating in a translucent blue sky is every bit as wonderful as a distant view of the Alps. Even a walk by the Findhorn after heavy rain gives an adrenaline rush as it rages along in its wild and abandoned way.

Enough of the poetry! Winter walks are so good for you in all sorts of ways: not the least being able to grumble about the weather and share your thoughts and feelings with others. Do come along and join us and try it. Wednesdays at the Hail at 1.30pm (at the moment) is the time and place. You can call Kathy or David on 511740 or Carol on 531220, or just turn up.

As I am sure most people know by now, the main purpose of our Wednesday walks is to promote good health by walking. Step it Up is not a rambling club, but a Scottish initiative to encourage people who are not taking enough exercise to come along and meet other like-minded  folk for a walk, followed by tea and coffee and a blether. It is a national organisation with many groups throughout the Highlands. Our Highland co-ordinator, Lynne Bannister, joined us on one of our outings earlier in April.

We had chosen one of our favourite routes that day: the Slochd valley circuit. This is one we traditionally do around this time of year, as it is a beautiful spring walk with a great display of wild flowers: primroses, wood sorrel, wood anemones and violas. Lynne was very impressed by the lovely and varied selection of routes we have around Tomatin, and also commented on how friendly and lively our group seemed. She took a number of photographs for use in the Step it Up Newsletter, as well as receiving some of the video footage we have ourselves taken whilst we are out.

As well as walking, we are all interested in observing the plants, wildlife, archaeological sites and landscapes as we go, which all make any physical activity much more meaningful. So, if you feel you would enjoy to join us in our friendly group, why not come along? Meet us at Strathdearn Hall at 2.00pm on a Wednesday afternoon, or phone Kathy or David beforehand on 01808 511740, or Carol on 531220 if you would like more information.

We continue our walks through the summer months, although of course many of our walkers do go away on holiday at some time throughout this period. It is, however, a lovely time to explore our own area as, to many people, this could well be a beautiful holiday destination in its own right. Our routes have included those to the River Findhorn from the “Motherwell Bridge”, as we call it, since it was built by a Motherwell firm of engineers; up the hill behind Corrybrough to the communication mast, and along the track to the Bucket Bridge at the entrance to The Streens. We also were delighted to find that the gate of one of the tracks from Ruthven was now unlocked, as this allows us once more to do a favourite route we have not used for a year or two.

On all of these walks we enjoy so much seeing and hearing the birds: lapwing, oystercatchers, curlews, gulls, sand martins, swallows, grouse, and many more. The wild flowers are also a joy to observe this year, and our most recent walks are revealing the bell heather, cross-leaved heath, plus the gradually opening common heather.

Whatever the route, however, one of the great pleasures is to walk with like-minded members of the community, and to share with them in a cuppa at the end. Indeed, we have just been informed that our Tomatin group is to be nominated for an award from “Paths for All” – the umbrella organisation for “Step it Up Highland”, on the basis of being a very friendly and co-operative group, where each individual helps and considers all other members. That is good to hear! So do join us if you would enjoy the exercise and the camaraderie, on Wednesday afternoons at 2.00pm at Strathdearn Hall, or by phoning Kathy and David on 01808 511740 or Carol on 531220.