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yslexia Scotland Hebrides is delighted to welcome Dr Neil DAlexander Passe to Stornoway to speak at their meeting on 13 August. Dr Passe is a widely recognised and respected author and researcher on dyslexia and Additional Support Needs. Neil’s books have included ‘Dyslexia and Mental Health’ and ‘The Successful Dyslexic’. Read more about Neil and his work at www. dyslexia-research.com At the meeting Neil, who is dyslexic himself, will give an overview of dyslexia and some practical things that can help with self -esteem, education and a more positive outlook. During his visit to the island, Neil will also deliver training to Scenes from Robin Hood in 2011 education staff teachers & support staff from education in Lewis, Harris, Uist & Barra. , " " The meeting is at 7pm at eSgoil, 44 Francis Street, Stornoway. Everyone welcome - no need to book a place at this free event. For more information email [email protected]

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TAKING AIM IN A SOCIAL SPORT! By Eilidh Whiteford people with disabilities who wish to see what the sport holds for them. s a sport for all ages and abilities with a very strong social element alongside Archery is one of the few sports where people A with disabilities can compete on equal terms with friendly competition, why not give Archery a the more able-bodied, and it is not uncommon to go this autumn? see disabled archers, whether they have physical, Meeting every Wednesday (7pm-9pm) at the visual, or mental impairment, shooting alongside Back Football and Recreation Club, Island Archers their able-bodied friends on the same shooting is a rapidly-expanding archery club, ready to hear line. from anyone who would like to give it a go. With weekly target practice on offer, the “I saw an advert for the Club on Facebook one Island Archers Club also run a number of night and thought I fancy giving that a try,” said indoor tournaments throughout the year, with a Island Archer Collette Maciver. “I went down, ‘competition night’ held once a month. went in, met a couple of folks and that was two years ago, it’s great fun and I’ve hardly missed a For some, the sports enjoyment comes as week. it promotes concentration, consistency, and discipline in order to progress to higher levels of “It is fun and everyone has a laugh, there’s a the game, yet for others recreational archery, the very real social element to the Club. And it doesn’t joy of ‘shooting arrows’ is just as important to their matter how good someone is shooting, everyone lives. offers advice and help and encouragement, it really is such a good atmosphere.” “We do encourage people to enter the Beginners – both adults and youngsters aged 8 competitions, but there is no pressure to at all,” and over – are welcomed by the Island Archers said Collette. “For some it’s more about going Furniture and Interior World who provide tuition and equipment for free, with along for the craic, to meet up with other people a small modest ‘target fee’ (£7 adult/£3 junior) who enjoy the same things. per two-hour session to cover venue hire and “It’s funny though as you ﬁ nd some people Tpxvsurirs v r equipment maintenance costs. who don’t think they’ll be any good thrive when “Everyone receives a full induction before it comes to competitions, they react better under hqvr v qrvts actually starting to shoot,” said Collette. “You pressure,” she continued. “One lady joined and are shown how to set up your bow safely, taken didn’t think she’d be any good in competition as r !rh through the rules and regulations, and then you she’d only been with us a couple of weeks – but can start to shoot. she ended up taking the Best Novice title!” “We don’t take things too seriously at the club, So, why not give Archery a try this autumn – but we do insist that all safety procedures are you never know until you go! strictly adhered to at all times by everyone.” To ﬁ nd out more about the Island Archers, you Also welcomed by the Island Archers are can visit the website at www.islandarchers.org or visiting shooters, who must provide a current join the group Facebook site at www.facebook. Archery GB/GNAS membership number, and com, search ‘Island Archers Archery Club’.

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here are spinning demonstrations at Sheila is an expert spinner, weaver and knitter TScalpay Community Centre on Wednesday who is very well-known across the Western Isles from 2-4 pm until 29 August for her talent and skills. This fi ts in with Calanas, the subject of Comunn Fabric made from Irish and Belgian fl ax, Eachdraidh Scalpaigh’s 2018 exhibition. designed and woven by Sheila, and marketed If you are wondering what Calanas means, CES under the Scalpay Linen brand, has a world-wide say they have recently come across a description audience as it has been used for several fi lms from Carmina Gadelica by Alexander Carmichael: (including “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin” and “The “During the winter months the women of Hobbit”), stage plays, musicals, opera and TV. Highland households are up late and early at Calanas – this comprehensive term embracing At her fi rst spinning demonstration on the whole process of wool-working from the raw Wednesday, 26 July, Sheila was using Shetland material to the fi nished cloth.” wool and mohair. A number of keen spinners, Calanas was integral to the economy of a as well as visitors to the islands, gathered around Highland home, where women spun, wove and Sheila’s spinning wheel. knitted, while the men were out fi shing or mending Very few people have the opportunity these days nets. to see spinning in action, so please come along to Scalpay spinner, Sheila Roderick, is Sheila’s demonstrations. demonstrating spinning every Wednesday afternoon, from 2-4 pm until 29 August at the And you can enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and some Calanas exhibition. home baking while you watch. New directors for HTH

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The launch of a new Flexible Training Scheme for CNeS staff LEWS CASTLE COLLEGE REACHES NEW LANDMARKS ews Castle College UHI reached another Lecturer Brian McKelvie) and the other is Mr the visionaries who started the college. The appointment of the new team comes at a Llandmark in its history of delivering Calum Mackay . “Building and Construction were pivotal to the pivotal time for the local construction Industry Construction Training this year with its These changes come at a time when the college vision of the people who provided the drive to set when “there has never been a better time to recruitment of two new Joinery and is marking its “Sapphire Anniversary”. Lews Castle up Lews Castle College” said College Principal become a tradesman” with the Hebridean Housing Construction lecturers. College UHI was offi cially opened in 1953 by Iain Macmillan. Partnership and local businesses are committed to building more than 100 new homes over the next One of the duo is James Maclennan (pictured future prime Minister Sir Alex Douglas Home and “Moving forward, our college has changed but few years. above with retiring Joinery & Construction it continues to build on the strong foundations of our priority is always to maximise opportunity for the people of the islands - whether it be in trades like Meanwhile it was stated that Comhairle Joinery or degrees provided through the University nan Eilean Siar “is committed to improving of the Highlands and Islands,” he added. opportunities and the skills base of our islands." Lews Castle College UHI This was stated by the Western Isles Council The new Construction and Joinery team of Convener Norman Macdonald - at the launch of Calum Mackay and ‘Jamie’ Maclennan are local a new Flexible Training Scheme for council staff. A life changing experience tradesmen who are committed to transferring their technical knowledge and skills to a new "The fl exible Training Scheme that we have generation . developed with Lews Castle College reinforces the college and council's commitment to providing On his retiral Mr McKelvie said “I have every people with skills for the future . confi dence that Jamie and Calum will follow in a long tradition of training Joiners to the highest “Too often people are critical of local standards at the college.” organisations without suggesting alternatives . Mr Maclennan and Mr Mackay have hard acts “Lews Castle College,and the way it works with to follow – being in the footsteps of John Murdo our community, is a classic example of what can Macleod – the boatbuilder who built An Sulaire in be achieved when we all work together " said the full glare of a 1990s TV documentary ; Bruce Councillor Macdonald . Johnson , and ‘Donald Duncan’ Macleod. Lews Castle College Business Development “The Council and our community welcome the Coordinator Callum Ian Macmillan said: "It is a appointment of the new Construction lecturers at landmark in the college's history but it is also a the college. It demonstrates the confi dence that refl ection of the way we are committed to delivering we all have in working with each other to build a brighter future for the people of the isles.” the foundations that will provide our youngsters Lews Castle College UHI was holding a Drop with a bright future” said Chairman of Comhairle In Session for people who wish to explore the nan Siar’s Education, Sport and Children’s Services opportunities available at the college on Wednesday Committee Angus McCormack. August 8th between 4.00 and 6.30 pm. UHI welcomes national survey result he University of the Highlands and Islands cohesive, coordinated and collective efforts by For further information please visit T- including Lews Castle College - has many people across the partnership. received its highest-ever rating from satisfi ed "Every single member of teaching, support and www.lews.uhi.ac.uk students. admin staff and our partners in the Highlands and Islands Students’ Association can have a positive The National Student Survey 2018 results issued impact on a student’s experience and we work hard on Friday July 27th place the university fi fth in or phone at making the university even better every day. overall satisfaction in Scotland, with an increase of 01851 770000 six per cent in overall satisfaction. "To have these efforts recognised in the most important national measure of student satisfaction The university has performed above the Scottish is testament to the high quality of hard-working sector in almost all measures and this high level of colleagues we have, committed to the support and student satisfaction can be found across all areas learning of our students. of the partnership. "Today our students have told us that the Dr Iain Morrison, dean of students, said: “This University of the Highlands and Islands is a great wonderful result has been achieved through place to study." 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION ONE - Page 9

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BOOST FOR ROWERS he Point FC summer football school was held at Ionad Stoodie Rab’s brother, Matthew ‘Nash’ Maciver was one of the other coaches Ton Thursday and Friday afternoon, July 19th and 20th,and was and he said the majority of participants had come from Point, although open to youngsters from across Lewis – and further afi eld too – there were some who were up on holiday from the likes of Dundee, Success for triathletes although the majority came from the Point area. Ayrshire and Aberdeen, whose people hailed from Point. He pointed out that the football school is held on the same week wimmers, runners and cyclists showed tremendous endurance Ross Hall (2:40:56) also posted the fastest cycle time and fourth fastest It was open to boys and girls from primary two to S2, with priority as the HebCelt festival every year, which helps parents when they are and speed in challenging conditions, as they took part in the swim time. ON WESTSIDE given to the juniors who play on a Thursday night at the Point Astroturf S pitch. planning holiday activities. Hebrides Triathlon (HebTri) on Saturday July 28th. Organisers thanked the large number of event supporters who gave Matthew gave a special mention to the other coaches – including The triathlon was open to individuals, duathletes and triathletes, their time on the day and in the planning stages, including Surf Lewis, By Eilidh Whiteford A total of 65 youngsters took part this year – an increase on last year, when they had between 40 and 50 – and prizes were given for the best Point manager Angus Stoodie, Ali Gillies, Willie Macaulay and Chloe with some completing the newly re-designed course as individuals and the Coastguard volunteer teams who manned the event, BASF Pharma iming to get more island young players, although everyone got a T-shirt and a water bottle at the end as Nicolson – who had made it all possible. others working as a team. Callanish for sponsorship and all the volunteers who helped with people and disabled members of marshalling and providing support at the race base at Shawbost Old A a memento, plus a certifi cate for taking part. The help from Point and Sandwick Trust meant that all the money The three fastest swimmers on the 1500m course in Loch an Dhun the community out on the water are School. raised from the football school – more than £1,000 after expenses – were Kirsty Brightwell in 27:07, Colin Macleod 27:22 and Katherine the West Side Rowers, part of Urras One of Point and Sandwick Trust’s biggest local grants of the summer could go directly to the youth teams and allow them to buy more new Neilly 28:45. After all three disciplines were completed the fi rst A spokesperson for the organising team said: “Amazing endurance Coimhearsnachd Bhradhgair agus went to Point FC for the event. There was a total of £3,500 which equipment, such as bibs and cones, and also help towards the costs individual man was Andrew Reeve in 2:39:24 and the fi rst woman Ellie from all involved. Well done swimmers, duathletes and triathletes and Arnoil, with the purchase of a second covered two sets of strips for the Under-13s as well as new goals and of trips away. Buchan in 2:50:09. Colin Macleod and his team-mate Donald Smith thank you to everyone who gave up their time and money to make it St Ayles Skiff rowing boat. footballs, plus souvenirs - T-shirts and water bottles - for the children happen!” who took part in the summer football school. All the equipment bought will be using throughout the year at the were the winning team, on 2:32:12 and second team Stuart Baird and And young people have been coaching sessions at Sgoil an Rubha. These sessions are attended by 30 instrumental in the project from the off, The equipment included one set of nine-a-side goals for the fi fth from right. with LEADER funding approved and Under-13 games and two sets of four-a-side goals for the younger to 40 children each week, ranging in age from P2 to S1. Andrew, 15 targets awarded to the community group by players, as the ones they were using up till now were on loan from The Trust got a round of applause from the youngsters at the prize the islands’ youth themselves through Stornoway Athletic FC. giving ceremony at the end of Friday afternoon, when Point and the Youth LEADER Local Action Group They also invested in additional footballs among other items, so that Sandwick Trust general manager Donald John MacSween helped give (LAG). all the children would be able to play a ball that was the correct size out the prizes to the top footballers of the week. top success With a membership of 14 young for them. The junior winner was Alexander Macdonald. The middle age group people, drawn from across the Western Donald ‘Rab’ Maciver said: “We’re absolutely delighted with the was won by Samuel Maclennan and the overall winner was Daniel ndrew Hughson, of Harris Gun Club, shot his way to a series Isles, the Youth LAG was formed last year money from Point and Sandwick. Having good facilities and the Macleod. of new successes in July. A as the LEADER Local Action Group took correct equipment is really important. Having the right size of goals Donald John said afterwards: “We’re more than happy to help Point He is pictured with Mr Paul Chaplow English Team Manager and Top a decision to ring-fence £100,000 of its also means we can hold festivals down at Ionad Stoodie and play other FC with the costs of this summer school, and with the costs of buying funds for specifi c use on projects aiming Down The Line (DTL) shooter in Britain teams as well.” their equipment and strips. to benefi t those aged under 25 years At the home international Andrew scored 298, one point off the top He said the summer football school had been a great success, too, as part of the Year of the Young Person “We support the youngsters and their families at every opportunity, score overall of 299, while Mr Chaplow scored 297. although it was held over two days instead of three this year, due to the celebrations. from the smaller donations to the Brownies and to Sgoil an Rubha The contest took place at the Mid-Wales Clay Target Shooting death of Donald ‘Tuff’ Macdonald. through to the bigger donations for sporting organisations. “In collaboration with Community Centre, situated in over 300 acres a few miles from Newtown, Powys. suitable for use by young people and those with different abilities. It took place from 1pm till 5pm both days and cost £20 per child for Learning and Development colleagues and the Bridge Centre, the Youth “We’ve helped the Point FC youngsters before, with our donations the whole event. Andrew achieved success as top junior and he was one point LAG was formed with a view to young people having an active role “We’re looking for the new skiff to be more fl exible overall than ‘Fir for the sets of strips last year to the Under 18 team – enabling their old off overall winner and he also was top under-16 in the European in infl uencing the spend of this particular fund,” expanded Catherine Chlis’,” said Steve. “The St Ayles Skiffs are a very stable design and easy It was the fourth year of the football school and he said the whole strips to go to youngsters in Africa, courtesy of Alasdair Nicholson – championships. Myles, Outer Hebrides LEADER Project Support Assistant. to row and I think that’s refl ected in the number of people, even those aim of it was for the youngsters to have fun and hopefully improve their and we were happy to help again with this donation which supports who can’t swim, who enjoy coming out to row with us. The fi rst competition was the DTL Home International. Andrew was “The Youth LAG was responsible for providing detailed and individual football skills – “as long as they have enjoyed it”, he said. the summer school. It’s a great effort, all round.” Junior High Gun of Scotland in this event. feedback on each of the project applications, which was then presented “But they are very rigid, with fi xed heavy seats and rowing positions, The second competition was DTL British Open. Andrew hit 96 out of to the overarching LAG to incorporate as part of their scoring process. so we’re looking at making the new skiff more fl exible with seats we can move, a way to alter rowing positions or use lighter paddles, and 100 clays and scored 286 out of a possible 300 points. “The LAG found the experience of hearing directly from young an area to lower the deck so we could anchor a wheelchair in there. The third and fi nal competition was DTL European Championship. people was very useful in informing their scoring,” she continued. Andrew won the DTL European Colts Championship Gold Medal “Indeed, the process met the very defi nition of community led local “There’s a lot we hope to get round, and we’re speaking to the skiff (under 16s) after hitting 198 out 200 targets development that we strive for in our Programme. designer and other community skiff and rowing clubs around the UK who have more experience in this area than us,” Steve continued. and scored 586 out of a possible 600 points. “LAG members enjoyed meeting with the Youth LAG throughout the There were 25 colts competing at this process to discuss the value of LEADER funding locally and take on “That’s the great thing about rowing, it really is a social event – a event from Scotland, England, Ireland, board the views of young people about the types of projects they felt regatta over in Ullapool last month welcomed 27 boats from all over Northern Ireland, Wales, France and South would be of benefi t to their own communities.” the place, for example. Africa. And the West Side Rower skiff project was one of six successful “The new skiff is not just about the community here therefore, Andrew was also the 7th overall among applications from across Barra, Harris and Lewis, to receive funding, but it helps create contacts all over the country who happily share the 42 Scottish shooters that took part in this with 90% of the skiff project’s £18,362 cost provided through LEADER. information and advice with each other.” event. “We’re extremely happy and thankful to be awarded the LEADER And hoping to involve island youth groups in the new skiff build, Over the four-day event, Andrew only funding,” said WestSide Rower Steve Walker. with the aim of the boat being in the water by the end of the year, Steve added: “The main thing for us is to be able to get more young missed six clays, as he hit 394 out of 400 “We already have one St Ayles skiff called ‘Fir Chlis’ which is very people and disabled people out safely and to make it fun so they get and scored 1,170 out of a possible 1,200 well used within the community,” he continued. “The skiff has proved the chance to get wet, have a great time, and make those memories points. popular without a doubt; we really have more folk who want to go out that stay with you forever.” Andrew, aged 15, was one of the youngest than we can cater for. You can fi nd out more about the West Side Rowers via the Bragar to compete in this event and was described as “‘Fir Chlis’ is used about a couple of times a week and kept very and Arnol Community Trust, online on Facebook at www.facebook. a credit to the sport of clay target shooting and busy, but we noticed that it is usually the adult groups which go com/BragarArnol, or email [email protected] the Outer Hebrides. out, we’re not seeing many young people join in. We wanted to do something about that.” And to fi nd out more about the St Ayles skiffs and what’s happening in the wider rowing community of Scotland, check out the Scottish Right, the whole DTL More than simply expand on what is currently available in the Coastal Rowing website at www.scottishcoastalrowing.org Scottish Teams. Andrew community, the West Side Rowers and Bragar and Arnol Community is seated in front row, Trust are instead seeking to adapt the skiff design to make it more EVENTS SECTION ONE - Page 12 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18

Insulation ﬁ rm opens Stornoway base

By Eilidh Whiteford o help get the islands more energy effi cient Tthrough a locally based company, staffed by island tradesmen, is the vision of the newly established business Western Isles Insulation. And with a dedicated offi ce now opened in Stornoway, at 9 North Beach Street (next-door to The Lewis Bar), it couldn’t be easier to pop in and visit the Western Isles Insulation team to fi nd out how they can help improve your home’s insulation – at no cost to you! Established by Directors Cornelius Kleynhans and Marc Burrows, Western Isles Insulation offers ‘Room in Roof’ insulation installation through the government-led Energy Company Obligation Scheme (ECO), introduced to help UK families reduce their energy bills. “My vision is to all work together to help each other get these islands more energy effi cient,” said Cornelius. “Many of the properties up here are older houses, with rooms in the roof that have little or no insulation, making this the coldest room in the house and letting a lot of heat escape. “The fuel poverty on the islands is awful, and installing Room in Roof insulation can help so much in reducing that.” Yet, for Western Isles Insulation, it’s not simply the installation that’s on offer but an entire end- to-end client experience, including seamless communication, on-site organisation, and solid, quality workmanship every time. “Through the ECO scheme, we’re obliged to install the insulation and then to taper-join or plaster over on the walls and that’s all,” expanded Christian Cooksey, Operations Manager at Western Isles Insulation. “But for us, that’s not good enough. “We understand that we are going into people’s received high praise from external industry key to Western Isles Insulation; and with three so there is always going to be work there for a homes and we want to cause as little hassle as inspectors, with one commenting that he’d ‘never installation teams, surveyors, joiners, plasterers, good quality tradesman. possible, so after we have installed the insulation, seen a fi nish like this’ on other insulation works. and decorators, Western Isles Insulation currently we then get our joiners in to replace all the skirtings “And I would urge any young islander looking for employs 13 island tradesmen. and window frames, then they are followed by our “The quality of our work is what’s important to a new opportunity to get in touch and contact us.” decorators who paint the walls basic white, unless us,” said Cornelius. “With the ECO scheme there is But Cornelius and Marc are also keen to help To fi nd out more about Western Isles Insulation, our clients have another colour they want to use.” enough money to do the job and fi nish it well and expand the islands’ trade-base, and in particular, why not pop into the new Stornoway base at 9 North still make a profi t, so that’s what we do. He continued: “For us it is vital that our get young islanders involved: “We are more than Beach Street (next-door to The Lewis Bar), call the workforce respect people’s homes that they are “Unfortunately this industry has been tarnished open to trade enquiries at Western Isles Insulation,” free phone number 08000 062 2950, or visit the going into and for every job we put down plastic by a lot of cowboys, but at Western Isles Insulation said Cornelius. website at www.westernislesinsulation.co.uk if we’re going to give a service then we’re going sheeting everywhere we go to protect furnishings “There are only a handful of plasterers on the The company’s Facebook page – www. to do it right and be the best. We go the extra and then make sure everywhere is hoovered and islands for example, so we feel we can help in facebook.com/westernislesinsulation - also has distance,” he continued. cleaned spotless before we leave. building that and are hoping to get involved with an excellent display of images from completed “It’s got to be the fi nished job, it’s got to be right, “And the only way we see to get the quality right the College to see about helping young islanders jobs and customer testimonies, which include and the customer has got to be happy for us to be is to employ local people and run a local brand. learn the trades. comments such as: “A clean and professional pleased with the job.” It’s a local company, for local people, and adding “It’s not just for our business or the islands, but job”; “Recommend anytime”; and “Could not its bit to the local economy.” Indeed, such is the work that Western Isles for the young people themselves – insulation is the be happier. Good workers, good fi nish, job well Insulation put into each and every job that they’ve Using island suppliers and businesses is also biggest way to make homes more energy effi cient done. Highly recommended.”

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Sgoil Lionacleit Pipe Band, who had travelled A tough course coupled with some adverse over especially for the occasion, started the days weather meant competitors were up against the events followed by an opening song from local elements but all rose to the challenge and crossed ladies choir, Coisir Bhan na Hearadh, under the the fi nish line. First male was Andrew Reeve; First instruction of Iain “Costello” MacIver. female was Christina Mackenzie; First team – Mark Leverburgh RNLI Honorary President, Hamish Maciver and Murdo Alex Mackenzie Taylor paid tribute to the communities of Harris, All funds raised through the event will go towards Berneray, North Uist and beyond, who have supporting those affected by Cystic Fibrosis and supported the RNLI so well since its establishment their families across the Highlands and Islands and in Leverburgh six years ago. Grampian. The new Shannon was accepted on behalf of Chrisetta Mitchell, Development Manager of the RNLI, by Roger Lockwood, Chair of the RNLI The Leanne Fund said: “I’m delighted with how Scottish Council. the event went. You’re always worried when you’re Following the transfer of the Lifeboat to the doing something new but despite the weather station, Chris Ross, Lifeboat Operations Manager at was funded by the following people/legacies: launched on 5 occasions. Attending calls for help everything went well and everyone fi nished safely Leverburgh accepted the lifeboat on behalf of the • Mrs Muriel Madeleine Mackay with a vessel as advanced as the Shannon in terms which was our priority. of safety and technology, really has enhanced our volunteer crew, before Rev Mark MacLeod, Station “We are so grateful to the Coastguard and • Mr Hugh John Waterman life-saving capability in the wide area we serve.” Chaplain, led the Service of Dedication. Mountain Rescue teams, Christopher Adams • Miss Isabel May Hogg The Shannon Class Lifeboat was then offi cially Leverburgh Lifeboat Operations Manager, Chris Scottish Ambulance Service and all the marshals named by Penny Innes, which included a pouring • Lord Leverhulmes Charitable Trust Ross added: "Having the very best boats and and volunteers who assisted us on the day and of the now world-famous Isle of Harris Gin over The station also wants to acknowledge sums of equipment is key to the safety of our volunteer especially Irene Morrison who catered for over 70 the bow of the boat. Two of Leverburgh’s volunteer money left to them by the estate of the late Mary crew and undoubtedly helps to save lives at sea." people - we couldn’t have done it without them.” crew are employed by the distillery. Aida (Maida) MacLeod MacAskill, Morningside, Designed in-house by RNLI naval architects, The prizes for competitors were created by the Isle The day’s proceedings were brought to a close Edinburgh (but formerly Berneray, Harris) and the Shannon class lifeboat was introduced to the of Harris Handmade Glass and Harris Distillers Ltd. with a vote of thanks from Leverburgh RNLI’s also a £10,000 donation from the Jeffrey Trust. RNLI’s fl eet in 2013. The Shannon class is the fi rst The Leanne Fund also extends a big thank you to Chairman, Neil Campbell and a fi nal performance This money will go towards the construction of of the RNLI’s all-weather lifeboats to be powered Charles Macleod Ltd who donated all the meat for by Coisir Bhan na Hearadh. a new fi xed pontoon. The current pontoon is a by water-jets rather than traditional propellers, the after-event feast for competitors. making it the most agile and manoeuvrable The majority cost of Leverburgh’s new Shannon temporary, modular structure and presents crew lifeboat in the charity’s fl eet. Capable of 25 knots, Class Lifeboat, RNLB Stella and Humfrey Berkeley, with sometimes challenging conditions underfoot. the Shannon class is 50% faster than the Mersey was funded by the legacy of Mr Humfrey Ingram After the ceremony, attendees enjoyed a she replaces. Able to cope with all weathers, she Berkeley and his late wife Stella. Both were sumptuous spread of tea and home-baking, Piping concert is inherently self-righting in the event of a capsize. avid supporters of the RNLI and were also joint provided by the station’s volunteer fundraisers, The Shannon incorporates the very latest computer governors. Penny Innes, a niece of Mr & Mrs with more musical accompaniment from the technology and is equipped with SIMS (systems on radio Berkeley, along with her family, was in Leverburgh talented Sgoil Lionacleit Pipe Band. and information management system), which for the naming ceremony and offi cially handed the Following the proceedings, Leverburgh allows crew members to monitor and operate BC Radio nan Gaidheal’s pipe music Lifeboat to the RNLI. Coxswain, Angus Morrison said: “Since the new many of the boat’s functions from the safety of Bprogramme Crunluath on Thursday 2nd In addition to the Berkeley Legacy, the Lifeboat Lifeboat went on service on 2nd May, it has been their seats. August and Thursday 9th August will feature players who took part in the piping concert at this year’s Ceòlas festival in South Uist. MSP praises seabird work on Shiants Presenter Catriona MacNeill will introduce sets from Seonaidh MacIntyre, Kenneth Mackenzie and a h-Eileanan an Iar SNP MSP Alasdair make the islands a safe place for nesting seabirds “The work which the RSPB, volunteers, Scottish Fin Moore as well as talented local youngsters who Allan recently visited the Shiant Isles to by eliminating the invasive, non-native black rats and European agencies have done together to entertained a large and enthusiastic audience in St N Peter’s Hall, Daliburgh. see for himself the work that has been done to found on the islands. enhance the three islands is to be applauded. One of the most popular tunes on the evening, improve conditions for nesting seabirds. The Shiants were offi cially declared rat-free "As I got a chance to see for myself when I visited the Shiants, work has been successfully played by a number of the pipers, was The Skylark’s The Shiant Isles are one of the most important earlier this year. completed to remove black rats from the islands, Ascension written by South Uist piper Archie breeding colonies for seabirds in Europe and play Alasdair Allan is the Species Champion for the which has allowed the population of a number of Lindsay. host to one of Britain’s largest puffi n colonies. Manx Shearwater, one of the species of seabirds species of seabirds to recover. Crunluath is at 4pm on Thursday 2nd August, which is being encouraged to nest on the Shiant Isles. The visit was organised by the Royal Society for “The Shiants are of increasing importance to repeated that evening at 10.40 and again on the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Scotland. During the Alasdair Allan MSP said: "The Shiants are a the visitor economy in Harris too, and so the work Sunday 5th August at 1.30. Crunluath on Thursday 9th August will feature more piping from the Ceòlas trip the islands MSP was shown the effects of the spectacular place, and an important part of both the that has been done will also have an economic piping concert. Shiant Isles Recovery Project, which had aimed to natural and cultural heritage of the Western Isles. impact." Thousands turn to CABx and get £1m back! he four Citizen's Advice Bureau offi ces in inform the bureaux of the fi nancial outcome of Managers in the way they implemented such income into the Western Isles. Tthe Western Isles dealt with client contacts successful advice, the amount is in all likelihood changes”. The four bureaux are continually looking for totalling 4398 who raised 6532 issues during bound to be greater. WICAS is accredited to Scottish National new volunteers who will be given training to the last fi nancial year. “Our organisation is still kept very busy and Standards for Advice and Information and also carry out various duties in their offi ces, such as The top enquiries of 36% related to Welfare that is one thing that is not affected as the years meets he Membership requirements of Citizens front line advice work and administrative tasks. Benefi ts and debt related problems were at 29%. go by as the constant demand for advice never Advice Scotland by passing the Quality of Advice The organisation would like to hear from anyone who can give some of their time to volunteer The remaining 35% of enquiries related diminishes, "said WICAS Chairman, David Blaney and Organisational Audits. and they can contact either of the offi ces for to such matters as education, employment, as the organisation prepares for this year’s AGM on WICAS is grateful to Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Tuesday August 14th. more information. WICAS Training Offi cer, Norah housing, fi nancial products and services, health for their continued core funding and other support MacPhee said” life is never dull in any of our and community care, immigration, legal, NHS "I am so grateful to our staff and volunteers for they give towards this vital service to the people of offi ces and one look at the numerous and varied concerns and complaints, relationships, tax, travel all the hard work they carry out year after year the Western Isles. types of issues raised just goes to show how our and utilities. and the excellent service they give to those who As a result of extra fundraising from other volunteers can get hooked on their work as the As in previous years many clients were given contact us for advice on many different and varied sources, over the past year, WICAS manages variety of enquiries is endless”. issues that come their way. representation at Social Security and Employment additional specialised Projects such as courts Volunteers Directors are also required to fi ll Tribunals with excellent results in most of the "The past year saw changes to the structure of services, welfare reform, health complaints and vacancies on the Board of Management and cases. our organisation and I was so impressed by the concerns and personal pension issues. This has enquiries can be made to any of the offi ces for Client fi nancial gains, including the above fi gure smooth transition from the old to the new and much enabled the organisation to employ extra staff, more information on what is involved in being a amounted to almost £1m. As some clients do not credit has to go to our Strategic and Operational deal with extra enquiries and bring additional WICAS Director. 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION ONE - Page 15 Friends of Nicolson aim to support pupil travel costs

By Eilidh Whiteford hy not take this month to remember your Wschool days and sign up to support future pupils by becoming a Friend of The Nicolson. Established by the Rotary Club of Stornoway, The Friends of The Nicolson Trust (FOTN) fund provides fi nancial support for travel to Nicolson pupils attending events or training on the mainland. This aims to ensure that island students are not disadvantaged by their location in competition or advancing their skills or knowledge. Rotarian Kenneth MacDonald said: “Over the years we have seen the benefi t children derive from taking part in sporting and musical competitions at national level, the inspiration pupils get at attending arts events, and the broadening of their outlook when meeting others from different areas The Friends of The Nicolson Trustees pictured with Sandy Matheson, Nicolson Rector Frances Murray, and and cultures. Stornoway Rotary Past President Gavin Woods at the launch of the Friends of The Nicolson Trust. “It would be good to have a way everyone from (L-R): Sandy Matheson; Trustees Jackie Mackay, Zena Stewart, Donald Martin, Agnes Rennie, and Donald the Island could contribute to a wider education John MacDonald; Frances Murray, and Gavin Woods. Read the for the young people of Lewis, and the Rotary Club said Nicolson Institute Rector Frances Murray. of Stornoway hopes this new venture will be a way The Friends of The Nicolson Trust is overseen to help and advance the next generation of pupils “It is a real pleasure to see The Friends of The by fi ve Trustees: Lord-Lieutenant for the Western from The Nicolson Institute.” Nicolson continuing this fi ne tradition.” Isles, Donald Martin (Chair); former Nicolson teacher Zena Stewart; former Rotarian Donald John In its ambition to be a focus for community Contributions to Friends of The Nicolson can poems of MacDonald; Acair Manager and Galson Estate investment in the extra-curricular activities of be set up through Standing Order, ensuring the board chair, Agnes Rennie, and Stornoway Rotarian Nicolson pupils, funds for the FOTN Trust are continuity and sustainability of Trust funds, or Jackie Mackay. generated by a small annual donation from former made via a one-off donation online, by cash or by pupils, staff, friends and families of The Nicolson cheque. “As a teacher I was always involved in extra- curricular activities and especially in taking pupils ‘Willie Institute. And Nicolson Institute pupils can apply to “One of the many benefi ts of being a school at access fi nancial support from the FOTN Trust either on education trips to the mainland and abroad,” the centre of a community like ours is this sense as part of a school trip or individually as a pupil of said Zena Stewart, who accompanied pupils to of a shared history, stretching back to the founding the school, even if the travel is not connected to the locations throughout the UK, as well as France, Nicolson brothers, whose vision was a school Nicolson – for example, a Nicolson pupil who is Italy, Finland, China, and the US. Teddy’ which would benefi t the young people of the also a member of the Lewis Pipe Band could apply “This involved much fundraising to reduce the islands and of which the island could be proud,” for assistance to travel with the Pipe Band. expense to the pupils involved,” she continued. “As he Flesherin Bard’ Willie John a result, I immediately saw how the Trust would ‘TCampbell is having a book of his work benefi t the many pupils involved in the great variety published by Stornoway-based Acair. of clubs run by the school by reducing the burden The company says it “is delighted to publish on parents and the staff organising the activities. 'Bàrdachd Uilleam Iain Caimbeul / Poems of “I hope that current and former pupils and staff Willie John Campbell (Willie Teddy)'. This will consider making a small, annual donation bilingual book compiles many of Willie which will allow pupils to benefi t from this Teddy's most-loved poems, and touches upon important aspect of education.” a wide variety of subjects. Friends of The Nicolson Chair, Donald Martin, “This is not just a book for the people of added: “I think the Trust has an invaluable role Point, it is one that will inspire all of us to play in supporting the school and its pupils by who feel a strong sense of loyalty to our providing fi nancial support to enable island pupils language, our culture and our roots,” states to participate and compete in sporting, musical and retired educationist Matthew MacIver from cultural activities at national level. Portnaguran in his introduction. “The book has poems and songs that refl ect “We hope that with the help and generosity of the poet’s own life and by turn the life of the former pupils and their families, we can provide a wider part of this close-knit island community. sustainable fund which will help present and future Love songs, songs that praise his island home, pupils in developing their talents and represent our songs of longing and songs that will make you communities at national and international levels.” laugh out loud – they are all here, written in To offer your support, sign up and make a Willie John’s very personal style and this book donation, or fi nd out more about The Friends of The now shares them with a new generation.” Nicolson Trust, please visit www.FOTN.org.uk This book will be released at a special ceilidh event at Ionad Stoodie in Knock, Point on Friday 10th August at 7.30pm and all are welcome to attend. Bikers raise over £5000 with rally There will be readings, live music, tea, coffee and home baking and the chance to buy the book. he Midge Biters Rally recently held in to raffl es; Cal Mac for accommodating all the raffl es etc; Action for Children and the Red Cross.” Willie John Campbell was born in December 1938, and educated at Aird Stornoway is thanking everyone that helped bikes to go on the ferry; GDK for doing hoodies They also praised “all our biker brother and T School, The Nicolson Institute and the newly make the third such rally a huge success and and t-shirts; Joan Macdonald for doing trophies; sisters that came from the mainland to support us founded Lews Castle College where he managed to raise a fantastic total of £5,391.15 and the “Police and Council who helped us with in our 3rd rally. Everybody who turned up at the studied Navigation. His father – who had keeping us right with what to do for preparing for weekend and to the ride out, we never expected Organisers told EVENTS: “We never thought worked in Canada for many years - was from an event .” anywhere near these numbers and all went well that when starting this that it could possibly have Portnaguran and his mother from Uig – they The organisers also thanked “the Bands who and we were lucky with the weather on Saturday gone so well…and the help of the local business ran a shop in Flesherin. Willie John was at sea were absolutely brilliant and made the weekend… we had bigger turnout than previous year. Also community made it so much easier.” in the Merchant Navy for many years. The Links, also Strange Brew and Spanish and Who to everyone that came out to watch the bikes go They thanked the Scottish Co-op, Charles Dares; Temple Café who closed for the day so all through the town centre. 'Bàrdachd Uilleam Iain Caimbeul / Macleod’s and Grillburger for providing food the bikers on ride could get free tea and coffee and Poems of Willie John Campbell (Willie for the event. Then there was Scottish Fuels for “We can safely say now that due to the success also laid on a band to entertain us while there and Teddy)' is now available to pre-order on sponsoring the banners; and Autoparts and Spar, of this one that there will be defi nitely be a 4th also made a donation to the charity; the volunteers www.acairbooks.com Abhainn Dearg Distillery, Lavas Garage, Fusion; Midge Biters Rally 2019. Look forward to seeing who helped us at the rally registering tickets doing Engebret Ltd, and Scottish Salmon Co for donations you all there, until then ride safe.” EVENTS SECTION ONE - Page 16 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 SUMMER ECHOES OF NIGHT THAT BUNNYMEN CAME TO TOWN

Clockwise, from above, Ian McCulloch, lead singer performing at the Caberfeidh event; guitarist Will Sergeant behind Roddy M Maclean on the ferry between Harris and Skye; Ian McCulloch relaxing away from the limelight; and Callum Ian MacMillan with two of the guitarists and Callum Ian with drummer Pete de Freitas

By John Neil Munro The “Tour of the Northern Hemisphere” saw the Offshore worker Roddy M Maclean from “The gig was just fantastic –we all sang along, Bunnymen also play dates in Reykjavik, Portree, Crowlistsa, remembers. “I spoke for a long while to our favourite songs like “All My Colours” and t was a hot summer night in 1983 when the Inverness, the band’s home city of Liverpool and with the Bunnymen drummer Pete de Freitas after “Over the Wall”. My abiding memory is just Icoolest band in the land came to play in London’s Royal Albert Hall – all places lying on we discovered that we had both lived on Trinidad. the feeling of euphoria at being there seeing my Stornoway. the same ley line, according to Drummond. I never felt so cool as when the band asked us to favourite band, the atmosphere was electric and Thirty-fi ve years ago last month (July), Echo Callum Ian MacMillan, who attended both hang out with them. there was a strong sense of camaraderie amongst and the Bunnymen played a sell-out show at the the Portree and Stornoway shows explains “Bill “On the day of the Stornoway show, there was the crowd”. Caberfeidh Hotel. Drummond was a genius at manipulating the a great vibe in the town, it felt really electric, far The Bunnymen played on a tiny stage in a hall Fronted by the charismatic lead singer Ian media…it was a short tour, but the gigs were all in more so than in Portree. usually preserved for wedding dances and country McCulloch, the Bunnymen were earning fi ve-star places that were very different, to maximise media “And the Stornoway audience seemed more and western shows. (Manson Grant and the reviews for classic albums like Heaven Up Here interest.” Several music journalists and Fleet Street aware that they were seeing one of the major acts Dynamos had played there the previous week.) that showcased their beautiful, bleak rock music. journalists were persuaded to take the road to the in the music scene of the time play on our island. The proximity of the fans to the band just added isles to see the shows. to the magic of the night. It was hot, clammy and They were also regulars in the singles charts, “It was ground-breaking stuff, long before the wonderful. I vividly recall that when the band with their latest release Never Stop in the top 20 Callum Ian and his future wife Christine were days of the Heb Celt Festival. More fun too! that summer. part of a group of Lewis music-lovers who made played ‘Heroin’ by the Velvet Underground as an the trip to Portree. Also at both gigs were Angie “I was staying in a caravan in Laxdale at the time encore even an old hippy from Lochs got up to Once tickets for the Stornoway show went on Montgomery from Stornoway and Roddy M and ended up with half a dozen Bunnymen fans dance! sale they were snapped up fast – and not just Maclean from Uig. from the mainland crashing on my fl oor. Most by locals. Fans travelled to Stornoway from the of them had never been further north than the The New Musical Express – which mistakenly mainland, and groups of goths in long black coats The Tuesday-night gig at the Portree Gathering Mersey before!” told readers that the Stornoway gig was held at the and heavily-sculpted hair were seen wandering Hall was delayed until a Free Church service ‘Caberfy Hotel’ - dispatched star writer Paul Du The local hard-core Bunnymen fans were out in around the town on the day of the gig. fi nished next door. Once the concert started, the Noyer north to cover the show. After the gig, he, band played a blinder. force for the Stornoway show. Rumour has it that the local chemists ran out of Bill Drummond and guitarist Will Sergeant set off Annie Macphail was still a pupil at the Nicolson hair-spray! Noted rock scribe Max Bell, who covered the for “a moonlight drive across the barren midnight show for The Times of London told readers that the Institute in 1983. “My best friend Donalda and I moors to the mystical stone circle at Callanish… On the night of the show, fans without tickets Gathering Hall “can seldom have witnessed such a ordered our tickets the moment they went on sale. once at the site, manager Drummond lay prostrate clambered on to the roof of the Caber to watch the fervour…their music is fi red by a commitment and We just loved the Bunnymen! at the circle’s centre, absorbing quantities of gig through a skylight. passion that inspires a devout loyalty from their “It was a hot summer evening and we had magical vibration and damp peat.” Yet the weekend before the Bunnymen played fans, many of whom had also made the journey, taken great pains to dress up. We wore our long On their drive back to town through thick to 80,000 at a festival in Denmark. They were one much to the bemusement and amusement of the reporter’s raincoats in an attempt to look more mist “a little rabbit appeared in front of the car’s of the hottest tickets in the music business. local people.” mature and pass for 18 so we could get in. headlights, guiding us to safety.” At the band’s So how on earth did they end up playing in the Callum Ian and his crew missed the bus from “We had seen a few others getting turned away hotel, singer Ian McCulloch apparently got Caber? Portree to the Uig Ferry the next day and had to for being under-age. Some of them later climbed involved in a minor scuffl e with a local who had The band’s then manager Bill Drummond (who get a cab, still decked out in their clothes from the onto the fl at roof adjacent to the room the gig was objected to the band’s politics and the fact that would go on to front The KLF and made front-page night before. “The taxi driver thought we were the in and peered in the roof windows to see the gig. one of the entourage wasn’t wearing socks. headlines when he burned £1 million in 1994) band! So we all played along with the wind-up!” “We could hardly believe Ian McCulloch and Callum Ian concludes “Both the Portree and was the man behind the gig. He wanted to revisit On the ferry crossing to Harris the band and the band were actually playing in our hometown! Stornoway gigs were terrifi c…It’s always great to places he had been on holiday as a child. fans got on royally well, sitting up on deck in the None of the bands we listened to ever came this see a band at the top of their game and fame – it’s He told the New Musical Express that the tour warm sunshine and posing for photos. “They were far north. I remember sticking to ginger beer all even better when they are playing in your home was “a chance to see my favourite group in my really friendly, funny and approachable guys,” night in case I got rumbled and thrown out for town. These were concerts that have never been favourite part of the world.” recalls Callum Ian. being underage. bettered on the islands.” 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION ONE - Page 17 Lord Duncan holds fi sheries meeting in SY

cotland Offi ce Minister Lord Duncan held a major meeting Sabout Hebridean fi sheries prospects in the premises of Islander Shellfi sh on the Cromwell Street Quay on Friday July 27th. The meeting was described as focussed, constructive and realistic by others present, including Duncan Macinnes, secretary of the Western Isles Fishermen’s Association, and Alasdair Macleod, vice- chair of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar’s Policy and Resources Committee. Lord Duncan was visiting a wide variety of stakeholders during his one-day visit, including the council, Stornoway Smokehouse, HIAL at Stornoway Airport, Islander Shellfi sh, the Stornoway Port Authority and CalMac Ferries. He was updating them on the government’s Brexit position as well as hearing about their thoughts on future opportunities available as the UK leaves the European Union. Lord Duncan said after the meeting that one of the key areas of concern for the fi shing industry in the Hebrides and throughout the country was fi nding people interested in becoming fi shermen. In the past ten years, much of the manpower had come from abroad, particularly the Philippines. The challenge was to fi nd a way to make the industry attractive to young people, particularly from outside traditional fi shing areas. Talking to EVENTS, he said of the meeting: “That was a wide- ranging discussion of almost every aspect of fi sheries, inshore versus offshore, crewing, trying to ensure recruitment…shark issues, some of the challenges relating to Brexit.” He said there are challenges for recruitment not just in UK but across Europe. Not enough people want to become fi shermen and there are challenges set by barriers and costs of progress through the industry for new fi shermen. Above, from left, Lord Duncan, Ronnie Scott, Duncan He pointed out that the industry had a reputation as being a tough Macinnes, secretary of the Western Isles Fishermen’s and dangerous place to work, plus it was very diffi cult to get to the Association, and Alasdair Macleod, vice-chair of Comhairle top because of the costs involved in moving from being a deckhand nan Eilean Siar’s Policy and Resources Committee to a boat owner. Yet there had been great improvements in safety over the past 20 years. Right, the staff at Islander Shellfi sh on the day of the visit At the moment, it was a vibrant industry that was fulfi lling its quota but the question was, were the foundations there for this to continue into the future? “You can make a good living at sea.” But From 2004-2005 he acted as the Head of Policy & that alone was not attracting people from non-fi shing areas. Doing Communication for the Scottish Refugee Council. that successfully was the challenge ahead, Lord Duncan said. Before becoming an MEP, Duncan worked as Head of Lord Duncan was elected to the European Parliament in 2014 and the EU Offi ce for the Scottish Parliament, a position he held resigned upon his appointment to the House of Lords. between 2005 and 2011, at which time he was appointed In 1999 he became the Deputy Chief Executive, and Secretary for Clerk to the Parliament's European Committee and EU the Scottish Fishermen's Federation. Advisor to the Parliament. Tickets soon available for Iolaire event

he Iolaire Working Group has announced that tickets can Tbe reserved for the Iolaire Community Remembrance Event from 9am on Monday 10th September . The event, hosted by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, will take place at 9:30pm on Monday 31st December 2018 in the Lewis Sports Centre, and is the civic event to mark the centenary of the Iolaire tragedy, featuring military and school band performances, poetry readings and songs, drama in addition to spiritual elements. Norman A MacDonald, Chairman of the Iolaire Working Group, said: “This commemoration is of major signifi cance for our Islands. The events of that terrible night in January 1919 impacted on communities throughout the Western Isles and remain a poignant reminder of the sacrifi ces made by our young men in the service of their country. It is the worst tragedy to befall our Islands and its effect reverberates to this day. “The capacity for the event in the Lewis Sports Centre is 720 and therefore, although tickets will be free of charge, there will only a limited number available and we do anticipate a high demand for tickets. Tickets will be on a fi rst come fi rst served basis and will be available to reserve from 9am on Monday 10th September. “We would encourage the public to be mindful of older family members, neighbours or friends, who may wish to attend but may not have access to the internet and/or phone. “This will be an opportunity for our community to bring in the New Year together as we remember the men and families associated with HMY Iolaire.” Tickets for the event will be available to reserve from 9am on Monday 10th September either online or by phone: Online: https://www.cne-siar.gov.uk/news/2018/july/tickets-for-a- community-remembers-event/ By Phone: 01851 600502 For further information and updates on the Iolaire events, please follow the Facebook page EVENTS SECTION ONE - Page 18 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 10 YEARS ON… Cancer Club gathers strength

tarting out 10 years ago with a mere handful invitation for men to attend the Friday afternoon equipment that can't be funded from offi cial donated by non-members, although the Group Sof participants, the Hebridean Men's meetings. sources, such as the new armchairs in the does contain some very accomplished bakers Cancer Support Group (HMCSG), a lengthy As well as those who join the Group in response Chemotherapy Room at the Western Isles who also contribute. The second half of the title sometimes shortened to “The Cancer to a cancer diagnosis, there are also volunteers who Hospital, the amazing Accuvein machines that meeting proceeds very much as the fi rst half; Club”, has gone from strength to strength. join because they wish to help provide support. are now distributed throughout the islands, and craic, laughter, etc., now enhanced by food and electrically-powered beds in the hospice wing of Every Friday afternoon at two o'clock a group Some of these volunteers have been present since drink, and interrupted only by the chairman's the Bethesda care home. of men gathers at the Lewis Retirement Centre, the start of the Group and have worked hard over announcements, an opportunity to pass on Bayhead Street, Stornoway, for its weekly meeting. many years for the benefi t of their fellow members Naturally, where there is expenditure there information, to enquire after any regular attendees and for men with cancer throughout the islands. must fi rst be fundraising. Each week, the members who are absent from the meeting, and to pass on They sign themselves in, make themselves The Group is rightly very proud of them, and very attending the Friday meeting drop a coin or two any news of members undergoing treatment. at home in the comfortable armchairs, and, grateful to them for their continuing unstinting into the collection-can as they sign the Register. depending upon their mood, they may strike up Now and then the Group has an outing: last efforts. Usually, the amount donated is in the region of £1 a conversation with a neighbour, they may join in year, for example some members visited the Uig per person, although some members give a little whatever is being discussed already, or they may The Group was founded in 2007, but its fi rst community centre and museum, travelling in the full year of operation was 2008, so in 2018 it more. Truly impressive, though, is the justly famous sit quietly for the time being, listening to what generosity of the people of the Western Isles, who members' own cars and enjoying both the journey others are saying; if they wish, they may just sit celebrates its tenth anniversary. It was begun by a and the exhibits, followed by tea and cakes before small number of very imaginative and far-sighted send the Group unsolicited funds throughout the in silence with their own thoughts, knowing that year, the proceeds of jumble sales, sponsored returning home. none there will criticise them for it. individuals, led by Sandy Matheson CVO OBE, then Her Majesty's Lord Lieutenant for the Western runs, walks and cycle-rides, or of just plain, old- The two biggest social events in the Group's The meetings are invariably noisy, with many Isles, to support men in the islands whose lives had fashioned good-heartedness and decency. calendar are the annual tea-party in the New comments shouted across the room, and much been touched by cancer of any kind, along with Donations are sometimes made to the Group Year to thank all those who donated prizes for laughter. The voices speak Gaelic or else English their families, partners and friends. in memory of relatives or friends who derived the Christmas Raffl e, and then, in December, the with the accents of the Islands, the Highlands, the There are two main elements to the Group's comfort and support from the Friday meetings, Group's Christmas Lunch, an opportunity for the other regions of Scotland, or of town and country who benefi tted in some other way from the Group to thank all the wives, partners and carers South of the Border. activities: the fi rst is social, providing the opportunity for members to get together each Group's activities, or who simply found the very who have encouraged and supported members There is a real brotherhood because they are week to share their thoughts about symptoms and existence of the Group to be, in itself, a source of throughout the year, sharing both the highs and connected by something stronger than mere treatment, and the feelings and emotions aroused comfort and reassurance. In some cases, members' the lows of the cancer “journey”. friendship; and unique because, strangely enough, widows and families stay in touch and fi nd solace by their illnesses. At each meeting the Group has on display a there appears to be no similar group elsewhere in in continuing to offer their support to the the small selection of the many booklets published Scotland or possibly in the whole of the United It is an opportunity to pass on information about Group, a very selfl ess and practical response to Kingdom. newspaper articles, magazine articles or television their sad losses. by Macmillan Cancer Support on subjects as programmes touching on cancer, but also to diverse as living with prostate cancer, the fi nancial Membership of the Group is open to men of all discuss every other subject under the sun. The greatest fundraising effort of the year is, effects of a cancer diagnosis, and cancer care in ages, regardless of race or of religious or political of course, the annual HMCSG Christmas Raffl e, the elderly. These are free to anyone who wants affi liations. Some members of the Group are retired The second element of the Group's activities which over the years has become an integral part them, whether sufferer, carer, friend, etc., and if or semi-retired and have little diffi culty attending is fi nancial: whenever the Group receives of the Festive Season in the islands. Preparations anybody requires a title that isn't on display, it can regularly, while others attend whenever their information that a man in the Western Isles for the raffl e begin some months before, when be ordered and received before the next meeting, work and other commitments allow. Members has been diagnosed with cancer, it sends him businesses and individuals throughout the islands include crofters, weavers, fi shermen, painters and a “welcome pack”, consisting of introductory offer the Group donations of prizes, many of thanks to the commendably fast and effective decorators, policemen, professional men, seamen, leafl ets about the Group and about the benefi ts which are of very high value. These attractive service provided by Macmillan. clerical workers, teachers, pensioners, the self- advice available from Macmillan Cancer Support. prizes encourage people to buy tickets, and the The Hebridean Men's Cancer Support Group employed and the unemployed. Also enclosed is a cheque for a sum of money Group receives income accordingly. enters its second decade with optimism and To join and enjoy the benefi ts that membership which is hoped will be of immediate practical help The fi rst half of the Group's Friday afternoon determination to continue bringing hope to all the confers it is not necessary to be seriously ill or to to the sufferer and his family as they come to terms meeting ends at three o'clock, when members men it seeks to support, whoever and wherever be contemplating the prospect of a lengthy period with the sudden increase in expenses that follows retire to the Centre's dining-room where tea, in the islands they may be, and to spread the of treatment. If any man wishes to be a member, the diagnosis of serious illness. coffee, biscuits and cakes await them. The cakes message of their refusal to give-in to hopelessness he is very welcome to join. There is a standing The Group also provides funds for useful (and some really outstanding duff) are often and despair. Kay’s family accepts MBE

n Tuesday July 3 the family of renowned “My father, Jackie went forward to receive the OLewis cancer campaigner Kay Mackay award in the beautiful Gallery room of the Palace, were in Edinburgh for the presentation of surrounded by portraits of Royalty stretching back her MBE awarded in the Queens New Year's hundreds of years, with a Military String section Honours List for 2018 Sadly Kay passed playing throughout. away in early February to the great grief of “It felt like a hugely important occasion and we the community. Attending in her stead was looked on in the intimate audience with pride. husband Jackie Mackay, twin sons Gregor and Jackie was carrying a picture of Kay, in a silver Roger, and Roger’s wife Sophie. frame, which we've been told has never been done before. The Queen presented her award to Roger told welovestornoway.com: “It was a Jackie and remarked on the picture asking if that beautiful day in Edinburgh, and as we arrived, the was Kay and talking about her very important Royal Standard was billowing in the breeze above work for charity. Holyrood Palace. “Afterwards as we were leaving, one of the “The staff of the Palace and the Royal Staff with Military Ofﬁ cers assisting Her Majesty, shook our the Queen were absolutely fantastic, they were hands and commented that The Queen had said as happy, smiling, charming and welcoming on what she left, that it was most touching that Jackie was was a proud but nervous day for award Recipients. carrying a picture of his late wife whilst picking up “It was a bittersweet day for us, so very proud of the award on her behalf. what Kay had achieved in her work with Cancer “It was an amazing day, and we received so Research UK, but sad that she could not be there many messages of support from friends and family, to receive the award in person. and from the Lewis Cancer Research committee. “ “But we were determined as a family to represent her and continue her wishes by receiving Remembering Kay… the award and celebrating the day with friends and husband Jackie Mackay, family. and twin sons Roger and Gregor 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION ONE - Page 19

BUSINESS SUPPORT SURVEY To see how Business Gateway can help you set up or develop your business, contact us on 01851 Have you used any of Scotland’s business support 822775 or [email protected] agencies, including Business Gateway services? The Scottish Government is looking for your GRANTS TO HELP EXPORTERS feedback. Please take fi ve minutes to complete this survey: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/862ZY/ The GET READY FOR BREXIT survey will remain open until 10 August. A new grant scheme to help exporters get BUSINESS GATEWAY ready for Brexit has been announced by the Scottish Government. A package of support will Outer Hebrides Business Gateway and the Prince’s Trust are delivered ANNUAL REVIEW be created to ensure that Scotland’s successful exporting continues. As Scotland’s national business advice service locallyOUTER throughHEBRIDES Comhairle BUSINESS nan GATEWAY Eilean Siar’s is a ComhairleEconomic basedDevelopment service celebrates ten years since its delivery passed to The fi rst element of the package was announced Local Authority control, fi gures show businesses as being a grant of up to £4,000 for exporters service.offering Wea range offer aof range support of support and advice and advice to individuals to individuals setting setting up upor supported by Business Gateway created over and potential exporters. The 100% funded 100,000 jobs over the last decade. grants, delivered through Scottish Development ordeveloping developing business business enterprises enterprises across across the the islands. islands. To To further discuss discuss your International (SDI), will be used to support eligible Figures for the annual period ending March companies mitigate risks and capitalise on export ideasyour ideasand requirements and requirements further and and to to ndfi nd out out your your eligibility eligibility for for additional fi nancial 2018 also show that Scotland’s business opportunities despite the challenge Brexit will bring. community continues to use Business Gateway in Further support will be unveiled in due course. assistance,assistance pleaseplease callcall ourour local ofoffi ce andon 01851 we will 822775 be pleased and we to will direct be signifi cant numbers. For more information visit https://news.gov. pleasedyou to one to directof our youadvisers to one - 01851of our 822 advisers. 775. Throughout last year, Business Gateway scot/news/preparing-business-for-brexit provided support to 53,008 individual customers. This included people thinking of starting a business MEET THE BUYER NORTH and existing businesses looking for support. The number of new businesses set up last year, with The Supplier Development Programme, the NEW ACCOMMODATION PROVIDES THE support from Business Gateway, was 9,129 with national tender training programme for Scottish almost half (47%) being led by women. SMEs, is partnering with the Scottish Government, Scotland Excel and Highlands and Islands The number of clients projecting signifi cant PERFECT BASE FOR HEBRIDEAN WAY Enterprise to bring you the fi rst Meet the Buyer growth, e.g. by taking on new employees, North event on 5 September at the Kingsmills increasing their sales or entering new international Hotel, Inverness. he site of a former blackhouse in Berneray markets, is 3,166. These companies receive Thas been transformed into a modern, low support from a Business Gateway Growth Adviser The event will give you the opportunity to speak energy bunkhouse by local residents Mary and are able to access additional support from the directly to buyers and decision makers from over McCormick and Chris Spears. Enterprise Agencies. 25 public sector buying organisations, including local authorities and the NHS. You can also The couple, who have been helped by Business 84% of people who have used the service said attend workshops on how to tender successfully. Gateway Outer Hebrides and Outer Hebrides they were satisfi ed, with 85% saying they would LEADER, took over the tenancy of the croft on recommend it to others. Book your free place at www.sdpscotland.co.uk which the bunkhouse stood in 2014 and began to The DigitalBoost programme, which recently PUBLIC SECTOR TENDERING think of how to restore it. received additional funding of £1.7m from the After struggling with the ruin they realised the Scottish Government, has seen Scotland’s SMEs Want to know more about tendering for public building was too rundown to save and reluctantly embrace digital technology. DigitalBoost is aimed sector contracts? The following workshops are had to demolish it. They then ploughed their at helping Scottish SMEs capitalise on the ever- being delivered in Stornoway on 19 September by savings and a £70,000 grant from Outer Hebrides changing area of digital technology. The programme the Supplier Development Programme (SDP): LEADER into constructing a new building which provides a range of digital training including online Using PCS & other portals they named John’s Bunkhouse after Chris’ friend tutorials, practical guides, 1:1 support from a digital John Davies. expert and local workshops on topics including Tender Procedures and the ESPD Mary said: “Chris had a real connection with the social media, cyber resilience, data analytics, Visit www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/ for more blackhouse as it was the fi rst place he stayed with digital marketing strategy and e-commerce. information and to book your place. his friend John when he moved to Berneray in 1976. Mary McCormick, John then lived in the house for a number of years John’s Bunkhouse but sadly died in a kayaking accident off the coast of Berneray in 1983. Because of that history it felt only fi tting to name the bunkhouse in his memory. LEADER application. Digital Boost support also armed them with essential skills that will help them “We had initially thought of offering self- increase awareness of the bunkhouse to potential catering accommodation. After meeting with visitors.” Business Gateway, however, we realised there would be more demand for an up-market Positioned just a quarter of a mile from the North bunkhouse situated right at the heart of the Uist ferry terminal, the bunkhouse has two bunk Hebridean Way. The building, with its drying room rooms that accommodate two people each and a and bike shed, has been designed very much with third bedroom with two sets of bunkbeds suitable walkers and cyclists in mind but we also hope to for four people. There is also a comfortable, well- appeal to young families, older people and people equipped kitchen/ living room, two shower rooms exploring the Hebrides by car and bus. One of including one with disabled access. the fi rst couples to stay with us were 80-year-old An air-to-water heat pump has been installed cyclists from London! for under–fl oor heating which is backed up by a “Because we have not run a business before peat burning stove in the living room. Throughout all the advice we’ve had from Business Gateway the building LEDs have been used and further has been very helpful – from assistance with investment has been made in a hot composting our LEADER application to its free workshop bin for food waste. programme. Social media is going to be an Mary said: “We were anxious before we essential tool to raise awareness of the bunkhouse, launched, but we have been pleasantly surprised but my experience of the different platforms was at how our diary has been fi ling up, especially for limited. Now, having completed a number of later in the season. We’ve had cyclists, walkers and DigitalBoost seminars and benefi tted from the people touring the islands in their cars. Workmen, 1:1 support through the programme, I feel more families and lone individuals have all appeared. confi dent in this area. I am now using a range of It’s been great meeting so many different people. different platforms to create new content and to “A lot of guests have also visited the bistro down showcase the bunkhouse and the surrounding the road for an evening meal. We are delighted area to the wider world.” to be able to support other local businesses and Alasdair MacLeod, Business Gateway, Outer make a contribution to the local economy. 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EVENTS is published by Intermedia Services (Stornoway) Ltd, Church House, 16 James Street, Stornoway HS1 2QN Tel: 01851 705743 INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS FOR HAMISH, 15 amish Scott from Tarbert, Misneachd Inspiration HIsle of Harris, has once again been successful in an international na Pioba of the Bagpipes competition organised by the charity Never Such Innocence (NSI) and Ceòl is seinn, Music and song was awarded fi rst prize for his poem Danns is leum Peace and joy pervading the 'Misneachd na Pioba' Sonas is aoibhneas a’ lìonadh an rùm room, NSI was set up to engage children and Agus ann am meadhan an In the centre of the hilarity young people across the world with the spòrs, The Piper plays centenary of the First World War through Tha am pìobaire. poetry, art and song. Sounds of reeds and drones In May, accompanied by his grandfather, Fuaim cuilc is dosan Drill and preparation John Murdo Morrison and his Uncle ‟Drill” is ullachadh Tired after exercises, Andrew, 15 year old Hamish travelled to Sgìth an deidh trèanadh And in the barracks London where he was invited to read his Agus anns na “barracs” Hundreds of Pipers poem at the prize-giving ceremony at Tha ceudan de phìobairean Guards Chapel, Wellington Barracks. Bullets and shells He received a monetary prize, a Peilearean is sligean-cogaidh Guns and Gas certifi cate of commendation and all Gunnachan is “gas” Uncertainty on the battlefi eld, winning entries are to be published in a Mì-chìnnt anns a’ bhlàr-chatha Central to the chaos special book. Agus ann am meadhan an Is the Piper After the ceremony there was a reception aimhreit where Hamish and his family met and Tha am pìobaire. Devastation abounds spoke with, among others, the president of Bodies scattered around Sprùilleach is cuirp, NSI, Vice Admiral Tim Lawrence, Air Vice Peace and quiet shattered Marshall Ross Paterson and the founder of Sgàpte air feadh an aìt, By the turbulence of war, NSI Lady Lucy French. An sàmhchair is an ciùineachd In the middle of destruction air caochladh It was a most interesting and worthwhile Forsaken on the ground Le breislich cogaidh, experience for Hamish and he is delighted The ‘Piob Mhor’ to have had the opportunity of being Agus ann am meadhan an sgrios * abandoned and involved with Never Such Innocence over tuneless * great four years commemorating the First World Tha phìob mhòr treígte air an Highland Bagpipes War. raon, gun ghleus. Hamish has also recently been the Ceud bliadhna air adhart… (100 years later) worthy recipient of the Neil Martin Honour Poppies and Wreaths Trophy for 2017, awarded to a young Crom-luis is blàth-fhleasgan Psalms and Poems person in Harris who has brought honour Sailm is bàrdachd Central to it all to him/her self or the Isle of Harris. This Agus anns a’ mheadhan, Music and respect trophy has been awarded annually for more with Honour than 25 years. Ceòl le speís is onair Aig Piobaire. From the Piper. Colin Macleod set What's in Section Two Change and progress...... B2 for national tour Hebridean fi rst for Natalie ...... B2 Feast or famine by John Dory ...... B3 ewis singer/songwriter Colin LMacleod will this September embark Comunn Eachdraidh Nis ...... B3 on a 14 date UK tour which will take him from Orkney to London. Building our communities ...... B4-B5 The tour will include two performances in the Western isles at the Woodlands Centre, Stornoway on Thursday 13 September and Naidheachdan Gàidhlig ...... B6-B7 at the Westford Inn, North Uist on Friday 14 September. HIE: Are you good with people? ...... B8-9 The tour comes of the back of Colin’s recent performance at the Hebridean Celtic August at An Lanntair ...... B10 Festival where he performed his debut album, Bloodlines to a packed Acoustic Scottish Crofting Federation: Consultation has to be meaningful ...... B11 Tent. Bloodlines, released in May, was produced by Ethan Jones and recorded Polycrub Event ...... B13 at Peter Gabriel’s Wiltshire studio. It is infl uenced by stories from Lewis as well as A guide to supplementation at tupping ...... B13 Colin’s personal experience of growing up on the island. RNLI News ...... B14 Prior to this performance at the festival, Colin was interviewed by the One Show, as Robert Plant for Blues Fest London 2018 on From Gavin to Sue, the Rotary mantle moves on ...... B15 part of their two-part island special, about 26 October at the O2 Arena and then for his life as a crofter and musician. This Blues Fest Dublin 2018 at the 3 Arena on interview along with the rest of the island 28 October. NHS Update ...... B16 special programming can be found on BBC Tickets for the upcoming tour dates iPlayer. as well as downloads of Bloodlines can Following on from his September tour be purchased from www.colinmacleod. or at www.welovestornoway.com Colin will join legends Van Morrison and tmstor.es

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children. Many of the current problems in the Middle East arise as Change and political systems, traditional cultures and religion have struggled to cope with the pace of technological change which isn’t going to slow anytime soon. Afghanistan is going to have to adapt to technological change, education is the key to successful adaptation and having an educated mother is a game changer. progress And, as we are fi nding out with our outdated website, adaptation requires both funds and effort. But it will enable us to engage support from a wider audience: crucial to our on-going ince we started the Linda Norgrove Foundation eight determination to help disadvantaged women and children in a Syears ago, little seems to have changed more rapidly than country at war. technology. Our website, which was marvellous then, looks dated now. Then most people used computers to look at websites: now most use mobile phones. Fundraising Rejigging it all is both time consuming and costly but it appears that we have no alternative and must adapt. It has been instructive to look back and to see how the focus of our Foundation has changed in the eight years. When we started most of the administrative costs ourselves we hoped that potential 10K we were advised by experts in the charity sector to specialise so donors could rest assured that, unlike some larger charities, their that donors could easily understand what our Foundation set out donations went to those in need rather than being absorbed in You can help pay the fees for a young Afghan woman to become to achieve. overheads, corruption and Western-level wages. a doctor by joining us to run or walk 10K around the Bhaltos We ignored this advice completely and chose to fund numerous The strategy worked well enough to enable LNF to send more Peninsula on Saturday 29th September, our biggest fundraiser of small projects helping women and children – from teaching than £1.25m to help women and children affected by the war in the year. Entry will be £10, there will be event t-shirts for sale, children circus skills to helping women injured by violent Afghanistan. and complimentary food at the end. husbands, from children’s surgeries to scholarships for poor Our focus has changed to the extent that we have concentrated If you are not able to come over to Uig on the day, you might schoolgirls, from teaching silk weaving to widows so they could more each year on paying the fees of young women studying for still like to enter and run/walk/cycle/swim/climb a hill wherever support themselves to getting street children back into school. degrees. This year we will be paying fee scholarships for 42 young you happen to be or organise an event of your own. In every case we needed to be able to see and monitor what was women studying economics, law, accountancy and similar, and 36 achieved and who has benefi ted. For more information about the 10K and the work we do in training to become doctors. We change the lives of the women Afghanistan, see our website: www.lindanorgrovefoundation.org Keeping our overheads to an absolute minimum by absorbing themselves but also, and probably more importantly, of their Hebridean fi rst for Natalie

By Eilidh Whiteford fi rst follower of The Bab: Mulla Husayn. lasgow resident Natalie Varghaei is looking forward to her “Mulla Husayn was also known as the Gate of the Gate and was the fi rst person to profess in the belief of The Bab as a manifestation fi rst ever visit to the Western Isles later this month as guest G of God,” Natalie expanded. speaker in the monthly series of public talks arranged by the Lewis Baha’i community. “As a Letter of the Living he served as a prominent Babi evangelist S and leader; and his travels and public preaching were instrumental “I enjoy travelling and I am very much looking forward to coming in spreading the religion throughout Persia, allowing him to come '" )! )*+, to see the culture of the islands,” said Natalie. into contact with many prominent clerics and government offi cials, !$+ "+. “I think it’s a brilliant idea that the Baha’i community in Lewis including Bahaullah and Mohammad Shah Qajar. are organising a monthly presentation and have heard so many “And he is often mentioned in Baha’i literature as a paragon of wonderful things about it.” courage and spiritual excellence.” On Monday, August 20th, all are invited to join Natalie at her talk, Born into a Baha’i family, Natalie declared as Baha’i at 15, the age entitled ‘The First to Believe in The Promised One’ – discussing the of maturity in the Baha’i faith. And she is keen to share her faith with the wider public as part of the public presentation events. “In the Baha’i faith, all children go to children’s classes and learn # about all religions humanity has to offer,” she said. “As beautiful as "$% all religions are, I knew from a young age that Baha’ullah’s message was the right message for this age.” Natalie added: “I love to serve my community and see people smile when they come together; and I am very fortunate to get the opportunity to be part of the monthly presentation and hope the ! friends will enjoy it also.” [ Natalie will present her talk ‘The First to Believe in The Promised One’ on Monday, August 20th, at the Retirement Centre, Bayhead, from 7pm to 9pm. The presentation is free to attend and open to all. !"#$%% !& ! " # For further information, please visit www.Bahai.org.uk or call/text 07798700443

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coincidences as many producers closed for plant England football team at the World Cup. maintenance at the same time. The other factor This month's recipe features cheese from relating to the alcoholic and non-alcoholic ﬁ zzy Switzerland where I don't think there is a cheese Feast or famine drinks sector was that there was a huge demand mountain. Gruyere has a lovely nutty ﬂ avour and for these products in the early part of the summer can be used in many recipes but here it is used in By John Dory due to the heatwave and the early success of the a French recipe called Croque Monsieur Galette.

he phrase “Feast or famine” came to mind advances in the industry. Also, consumption of Croque Monsieur Tlast month with two huge international cow’s milk has plummeted as consumers turn to food stories that were encapsulated perfectly non-dairy alternatives. The average American now drinks 18 gallons of milk per annum barely by this phrase. half of what was consumed in the 1970's. We use the phrase “Feast or famine” Whatever else Americans might run short of in frequently today in a whole variety of contexts to the next few months, they certainly won't run contrast either too much of one thing or too little short of cheese. of another. The original phrase seems to have On this side of the Atlantic, the shortage Galette appeared fi rst in the 1730's but was then “Feast of C02 or carbon dioxide has caused a major or fast” which subsequently became “Feast or crisis in some sectors of the UK food industry. famine.” When it was fi rst coined it related to Until the current C02 crisis hit the headlines, I an over-abundance or a shortage of food. In don't suppose that many people realised how July 2018 the “Feast” refers to a huge cheese important the gas is for many food industries. INGREDIENTS gently until thickened. pastry on top. mountain in America and the "Famine” is related CO2 comes largely as a by-product from 150ml whole milk Season with salt and white Press around the cheese to an extreme shortage of the C02 gas, carbon making ammonia for fertilisers. C02 gives beer, pepper then pour into a and ham, eliminating any air. 200 g Gruyere, grated. dioxide, which is essential in many modern food sparkling wine and other drinks their fi zz. It is clingfi lm lined solid cake tin processes. First the cheese and then the gas. Trim the edges then crimp used in food packaging to give products a longer 2 teaspoons cornfl our. or baking dish. to seal. In the dim and distant past when the European shelf life. The gas is also used as part of the White pepper and salt Put into the fridge for two Brush all over with some Union was known as the European Economic stunning process for animals in abattoirs and 500 g block all-butter puff hours or until completely egg then put in the fridge for Community or EEC, it was not unusual for supply also to create dry ice to keep products chilled pastry. chilled. two 10 minutes. and demand to be mismatched spectacularly in transit. Then, all of a sudden, a huge range 1-2 tablespoons Dijon Heat the oven to 220C fan Take the galette out and use leading to wine and milk "lakes” and cheese and of food products from beer to bacon were hit by or gas 7. butter "mountains.” the shortage of C02. Even crumpet supplies at mustard. the back of a knife to score the huge Warburton bakeries were affected as 200 g thickly sliced smoked Halve the pastry into two a border 1.5 cm in from the According to fi gures released in July, the US 23 cm circles. edge, then score lines from has amassed the largest stockpile of cheese in the addition of the gas in packages slows down ham. the growth of mould. Put one piece on a baking the centre to the border to the 100 years since regulators began keeping 1 beaten egg with pinch of salt. create a pattern. records. If gathered together, the millions At fi rst, strange stories appeared in the media sheet and spread over the of blocks of cheddar, mozzarella and those that the shortage of C02 was related to global METHOD mustard in an 18 cm circle. Glaze with the egg. strange bland American yellow and orange warming but the explanation for the shortage Heat the milk in a large pan Lay the ham on the mustard Bake for 10 minutes then varieties would weigh 630 million kilograms, was actually much simpler and not related to until the milk is simmering. Flip the set cheese out of its turn the oven down to 180C equivalent to the same amount of space as the the imminent demise of our planet. The Food fan/ gas 4 and cook for 20 Gradually stir in the cheese tin, remove the clingfi lm and Capitol building in Washington. Stocks have and Drink Federation fi nally discovered that sit on the ham. minutes or until puffed up swelled because processors have more milk several European producers, and also some in the and wait till melted. and golden. than they can cope with and it is more easily U.K., had closed their plants for maintenance or Mix the cornfl our with one Brush the border of the pastry with egg and then Leave for 10 minutes before stored as cheese. Milk production has reached reduced the scale of their operations. The perfect tablespoon cold water drape the second piece of cutting into wedges. record levels thanks to selective stock breeding storm which had hit many industries relying Add to the pan and bubble and economies of scale allied to technological on C02 had basically come about by a set of

Naidheachdan News from Comunn Eachdraidh Nis The Changing Face of Comunn Eachdraidh Nis

Significant changes are taking place at Comunn is complete, it will be even more of a centre of schoolhouse is underway and services are being is underway. Bricks will form a legacy wall in a Eachdraidh Nis as refurbishment continues to activity for our district. The community should be lead through the building. Works are on schedule prominent place at the foyer. make good progress and is nearing the half way very proud of the initiative shown by the group to for handover to Comunn Eachdraidh Nis in early stage. bring this forward for the benefit of generations to Autumn which will enable the main office and Remember you can follow progress of the come.’ archive room to relocate from the main building. renovations by searching for and liking our Facebook Cllr John Mackay said ‘I am delighted to see the page Comunn Eachdraidh Nis Vision 2020. renovations at the Comunn Eachdraidh making The front extensions have slowly disappeared over New signage is appearing around the site to good progress. Credit for getting matters to this the recent weeks and steelwork has appeared to encourage the public to continue to visit Comunn This project is being funded by The Scottish stage must go to the management committee form the new face of the building. The defibrillator Eachdraidh Nis and make use of the ever popular gift Government, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Highlands and all staff for having the vision and drive to that was located at the former front entrance has shop, cafe and archive room. Access is now through & Islands Enterprise, Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn, bring this forward. The Comunn Eachdraidh is a now been relocated to the side of the Croileagan the rear of the site and the public are requested to be Western Isles Development Trust, Outer Hebrides hub in our community allowing the preservation building. aware when approaching the premises and especially LEADER, Museums Galleries Scotland, The Gordon and development of the archives which are of when driving to the interim main entrance at the and Ena Baxter Foundation, The Garfield Weston such historical importance to north west Lewis The former Croileagan building is now well rear of the cafe. Foundation, Tesco Bags of Help, the Scottish Landfill and beyond. The volunteer effort that allows advanced with final stages of internal fittings being Communities Fund and Comunn Eachdraidh Nis. the Comunn Eachdraidh to go from strength to completed with efforts now focusing on internal All the bricks as part of our Buy a Brick fundraiser strength is truly incredible. Once the development works. Framing to the upper floor of the former have now been sold and the engraving process Opening times (Archive and shop) Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm Cafe: 11am - 4pm (hot food served 12-2.30pm) Museum closed during 2018 EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B4 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 Building our communities CNES WORK ON COMMUNITY LEARNING WINS Angela PRAISE he rapid rise in the number of apprenticeships across the The report says that a wide range of organisations contribute to is voted TIslands is one of the success stories of Community Learning volunteer development across Lewis and Harris. “Whilst partners and Development within Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, says HM regularly open up their training to each other the overall offer is not Inspector Alona Murray in a report issued on Monday July 23rd. always as clear and transparent as it could be. Staff and volunteers would benefi t from partners now working together to better Childminder Community Learning and Development (CLD) partners within coordinate and develop the training offer. Comhairle nan Eilean Siar and the area of Lewis and Harris were inspected by Education Scotland during May and June this year. “Strategic community planning partners use data well to identify key priorities and inform the allocation of resources. They are, for example, Education Scotland staff talked to children, young people, adults developing programmes such as apprenticeships in the care sector to of Year by and community organisations. They worked closely with local CLD address the projected increase in the percentage of older adults. managers, CLD providers, partners, paid staff and volunteers. “There are a few examples of CLD partners using measurable They looked at how “paid staff and volunteers are developing their targets to inform improvements and identify progress. The Volunteer parents own practices and building capacity. We looked at how partners are Centre Western Isles annual work plans monitor progress effectively contributing to current and evolving national policy objectives such using clear targets. The Outer Hebrides Managing Employment, as closing the poverty-related attainment gap; prevention; reducing Enterprise and Training and Hebridean Independent Living and ngela Buchanan was voted Childminder of the Year for social isolation; tackling health inequalities; and empowering Learning Services programmes set targets annually and evaluate Athe Western Isles earlier this year. communities.” success via key performance indicators. Annually, May is childminding month when the Early Years The reports states that: “Community planning partners have ”Partners now need to increase the systematic setting and use of developed a shared strategic vision for the islands. Senior leaders Partnership promotes childminding as a career. robust and measurable shared targets. This will increase partners’ understand and value the role of CLD in meeting key priorities in this As part of the promotion parents are encouraged to nominate capacity to identify and report progress to stakeholders. There vision such as reducing depopulation and addressing barriers faced are upwards trends in aspects of provision. Positive destination their Childminder of the Year and to tell the Partnership in 30 by remote communities. fi gures for the Outer Hebrides are consistently above their virtual words what is special about their childminder. The votes are “This is beginning to infl uence resource allocation, including the comparator and show an upward trend from 95.4% in 2011-12 then counted and xthe winner declared. recent move to locate CLD Service practitioners within communities to 97.6% in 2015-16. Increasing numbers of children are gaining This year’s winner was Angela Buchanan. The prize was and the development of e-Sgoil. Callanish awards and more young people are participating in non- presented by Councillor Angus McCormack, who chairs the “CLD practitioners and third sector organisations play a strong accredited youth work and Gaelic youth work. Western Isles Early Years Partnership. role in community planning partnership groups. The Young People’s “Learners would benefi t from CLD partners working together to Parents who voted for this year’s winner stated that they would Participation Group, led by CLD, is beginning to ensure greater explore how they can take action to address negative trends identifi ed like to nominate Angel Buchanan as childminder of the year coordination of operational work and reporting progress against through performance data. For example, the low completion rates because: outcomes in the Integrated Children’s Services Plan. for Duke of Edinburgh’s awards and the drop in young people gaining • ‘She's always got activities planned for the kids, e.g. crafts, “There is a positive ethos towards partnership working which now Saltire awards. Partners should now jointly identify and analyse key soft play, indoor cycles, days out in Castle Grounds. She's needs built on to ensure all aspects of CLD are well coordinated. shared performance measures to capture the overall impact of CLD been an amazing infl uence.’ Joint work to deliver employability and skills for work focused across the islands. This will enable them to better articulate the programmes is resulting in a range of successes. This includes a rapid contribution CLD work makes to strategic and local priorities and • ‘She is just fantastic, a natural with children and mine adore rise in the number of apprenticeships available across the islands. identify any unmet needs. her. She often helps me by taking them for extra days so I can “A strength in the islands is the use of intelligence from the wide work, I’d be lost without her. She is the best!’ “Partners need now to strengthen the governance of CLD. Identifying shared CLD priorities and a structure to report progress in range of community and learner consultations to inform planning at • ‘She is an incredibly patient and affectionate person who all aspects of CLD to the Council and the Outer Hebrides Partnership strategic and local level and within organisations. Results from the has helped my boy grow into an amazing little person and will support this. Place Standards and Community Signature consultations undertaken she always goes above and beyond the call of duty with her in the last year are infl uencing community planning actions. Partners “Elected members play a key role in strengthening community activities and plans with the kids.’ should now ensure there is greater coordination around community voice within strategic planning. They are highly visible in engagement and consultation and ensure feedback to stakeholders Childminders work from their own homes to provide care and communities and participate in a wide range of local community is prompt to avoid alienating residents through over consultation. education for other people’s children in a family setting. They are groups giving them a sound understanding of the needs of their registered with the Care Inspectorate and are inspected annually. communities. Senior leaders have a clear commitment to improving “Skilled and enthusiastic volunteers across Lewis and Harris Parents choose childminders to look after their children as youth voice and community infl uence. “The Youth Council provide key services which help to address community issues. There they offer a fl exible service in a homely environment where successfully infl uence decision-making. Their creative engagement is a strong culture and high rate of volunteering. A recent survey by Volunteer Centre Western Isles indicates that 75% of those aged children learn from real life experiences as well as providing with other young people across the island is deepening partners’ 16-25 years old volunteer at some point in the year. Highly effective planned activities. Childminders fi nd childminding a rewarding focus on issues such as mental health and young people’s rights. and ambitious third sector organisations play a signifi cant role in career and also that it provides opportunities for developing new Community organisations in Harris have been instrumental in the improving communities. skills and qualifi cations. development of the strategic Harris Plan 2016-2020. “A key feature of the Comhairle nan Eilean Siar are the volunteer If you are interested in becoming a registered childminder “CLD practitioners and leaders are increasingly using self-evaluation tools to identify the impact of their work on stakeholders and identify led land trusts which deliver a wide range of services from large scale the Early Years Service provides childminders with advice and infrastructure improvements to social events. Galson Estate Trust guidance, a start-up payment of £250 and a welcome pack areas for improvements within their services and organisations. There is now a need for CLD partners to come together to improve their use (Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn) has become a local community which includes business and record-keeping documentation, a of shared self-evaluation to inform joint planning. anchor in Lewis. Their investments in renewable energy and housing fi re blanket, and health and safety literature. provide revenue which is reinvested in the local community. North “The majority of staff and volunteers access training from If you would like more information, please contact: Early Harris Trust provide a broad range of local services including social mandatory courses to, in a few cases, degree level courses which Years Offi ce housing, business units and a recycling centre alongside tourism enhance their practice. Staff are supported to be innovative and to boosting activities such as guided wildlife tours. This has a positive Phone: 01851 822655 take managed risks within their work. Council CLD sessional staff impact on the economy of the area.” [email protected] are supported to try new approaches by managers and more recently through co-working with skilled apprentices. “ The report adds that effective use is made of stakeholder feedback 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B5 Building our communities

to inform programmes. For example, a review of employability support for adults with complex additional support needs resulted in a change in focus from a community café to a lifeskills programme. Involving learners and their parents/carers in the development of the new programme has been fundamental in ensuring the programme is needs-led and effective. Community organisations enable residents to recognise and celebrate local culture, history and Gaelic language. This increases residents’ sense of place and pride in their communities. For example, community run organisations in the wider Ness area support the area to be a vibrant and welcoming community and increase social inclusion. The range of traditional music and dance tuition provided by Taigh Dhonnchaidh enables children and young people to gain skills and builds their self-esteem. Spòrsnis successfully meet the sports and fi tness needs across north Lewis. Comunn Eachdraidh Nis provides a well-used museum, café, shop and community development programme. Many partners including community organisations, such as Comunn Eachdraidh Nis, make effective use of Gaelic in their core functions and Gaelic heritage focused work Inspiring young people to increase the sense of identity in communities. There is scope to strengthen the overall learning offer through closer work between public services and third sector organisations. Organisations with educational roles such as the Galson Estate Trust and Comunn Eachdraidh Nis have the capacity and willingness to support wider across the Isles local learning partnerships. Their skills and expertise could be better utilised to add to school and community-based learning. Community councils are pro-active in addressing local issues By Katie Macleod Next month sees the Harris Youth Music Festival take place, as which contribute to strategic priorities. Uig Community Council well as Shetland’s ‘Big Takeover’ Festival, which a number of young have purchased community defi brillators and are training community cotland’s themed Year of Young People aims to inspire people from the Outer Hebrides will be travelling to attend, where members in their use to overcome issues arising from their remote Sthe country through its young people’s ideas, attitudes, they’ll be ‘taking over’ local arts organisations with their peers from location. Partners have a strong focus on removing barriers to and ambitions, and in the Outer Hebrides, the summer has other islands. Other partner events in the calendar include the participation such as transport and cost. Organisations including been packed with ‘Year of Young People’ activities featuring Las!/Ignite Festival at An Lanntair in October, various Year of Young the Bridge Centre and Cearns Community Association use income everything from sports competitions to tea parties – and there People themed events hosted by the local Community Land Trusts, from lets to fund low or no cost activities. Partners recognise and are even more exciting events lined up for the months to come. and volunteer opportunities at NHS Western Isles. celebrate volunteering, learning and achievements well. Community The summer fun kicked off at the beginning of June with an There’s also the potential for a youth conference to be held before newspapers, produced by community groups and organisations, intergenerational tea party hosted at Lews Castle by S2 pupils and the year is out: local Member of the Scottish Youth Parliament Sandy provide information and highlight positive local stories. Whilst the Lewis and Harris Youth Council, in conjunction with local care Morrison proposed the idea at the most recent Year of Young People nearly all community groups access high quality support a few homes. Partners meeting, and he is currently surveying young people in would benefi t from further access to training and support to develop the islands to fi nd out if it’s something they are interested in more “We had talked about how vintage tea parties can be a vehicle partnerships with other local organisations and services. generally, and what they would like to see as part of such an event. to try and encourage storytelling, reminiscing, and sharing, and if Joint work between schools and CLD partners enhances the we bring people around a table with tea and cake, that’s where In November, a number of headline events will be taking place, learning offer for children and young people. The well planned and the sharing can begin,” says Fiona MacInnes-Begg, Community both in the Outer Hebrides and further afi eld. Led by the Comhairle’s delivered support learners receive at the ASDAN group in Harris Learning and Development Manager at Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Multimedia department, Dìleab – which means “legacy” in Gaelic enables them to try new experiences and gain transferrable skills. and Interim Chair of the Year of Young People Partners Group (Lewis – is an intergenerational bilingual project that explores the legacy The CLD Service contribution to the curricula in schools is embedded and Harris). of four major social infl uences on the Outer Hebrides over the last and effective. Young people engaged in the Aquaculture Group at century – emigration, wartime experience, protest and politics, and “It was really successful, it was lovely to see old and young having The Nicholson Institute are developing their employability skills as the Iolaire – bringing in participants that range from school pupils conversations, and it’s something we can build on. We’ve all got a they work towards a Scottish Qualifi cation Award Employability to local musicians. While schools throughout the islands have lot to learn from older folk.” Award – Preparing for Employment: First Steps. There is now a need been working on Dìleab projects throughout the year, their efforts to ensure more learners are supported where appropriate to complete A few weeks later it was time for the Western Isles Island Games will come together in four concerts hosted in November in Lewis, national awards, through the medium of Gaelic and English, that Association games, which saw S1-S6 pupils from across the islands Harris, Uist, and Barra. provide challenge and recognise their learning. Well planned, take part in a variety of sports competitions in Stornoway from 19th- And at the end of the month, on 29th November, ten young people targeted and inclusive programmes are meeting learner needs. Young 21st June. In total, 78 pupils and staff travelled to the games from will board a charter fl ight to Edinburgh – the newly named ‘Spirit of carers benefi t from the safe and nurturing environment staff create Uist and Barra, staying in the Bridge Centre accommodation, and 18 Young People’ Loganair plane – and will be welcomed at the Scottish at Pointers Young Carers Group. The programme, which is shaped travelled daily from Harris. Parliament, along with fellow islanders from Shetland and Orkney. In by participants, is relevant and accessible and improves wellbeing. Further active events throughout the summer included the addition to attending a reception with the collective MSPs from the Adults with additional support needs benefi t from literacy support Community Learning and Development (CLD) activities for young three islands, the young people will stay in Edinburgh and attend the from knowledgeable and skilled tutors and volunteers. Individual people who need extra support over the holidays. Some come from Young Scot Awards on 30th November, St Andrews Day. learning goals are recorded and reviewed regularly. Learners are now low income families, while others have literacy and numeracy issues, “It’s a great opportunity. This has come about – led by Shetland – reading and writing at home. Well planned and delivered English for or need support with their health and wellbeing. “It’s for those young to make sure there’s an islands representation down in the Central speakers of other languages courses support participants effectively people who, if they have a break of six weeks, might regress slightly Belt,” says Fiona of the event. “Earlier this year people were asked to learn at pace which is demanding but not overwhelming. Effective with their learning, so it’s about keeping them involved, keeping them to nominate young people who they had felt made a positive use is made of stakeholder feedback to inform programmes. active over the holiday period,” explains Fiona. contribution to their community, there was a lot of buzz about it, and This inspection of CLD in Comhairle nan Eilean Siar found the She adds that this year’s programme, taking place from the Butt now we have 10 places, but 30 young people nominated.” In line following key strengths, the report says. to Barra, was the fi rst time CLD staff worked together with the with what Shetland and Orkney have done to select their 10 young • A shared understanding of community planning vision beginning Pupil Equity Fund (PEF) staff to provide the activities. Thanks to the people, a panel has been created locally to review the nominations, to drive positive change. national Pupil Equity Fund, the Education and Children’s Services and they are currently in the process of choosing the 10 fi nalists. Department recently received funding dedicated to closing the • Dynamic and capable third sector and community organisations When the event was announced earlier this year, Western Isles attainment gap, and as a result, a number of Education Attainment improving outcomes. MSP Alasdair Allan commented on the opportunity in a joint and Gaelic Apprentices were hired in a bid to meet that goal. • Strong culture of volunteering meeting learner and community statement with Orkney MSP Liam McArthur and Shetland MSP needs. As Fiona notes, “the partnership has truly been signifi cant, and Tavish Scott. “YOYP 2018 is an opportunity to promote our islands’ still is, and the key thing is, PEF staff are working over the holidays.” young people. This great initiative will bring 30 fantastic young • Well planned, targeted and inclusive programmes improving As with all Year of Young People events, the young people involved people together and courtesy of a Loganair fl ight, to Edinburgh in life chances. in the summer activities will received a special Year of Young People time for St Andrews Day. We are very pleased to help and look The inspectors say they discussed with partners how they might participation certifi cate. forward to hosting everyone in the Scottish Parliament.” continue to improve their work. This is what they agreed with them. • Improve CLD governance. • Develop joint targets and performance measures to better capture the full impact of CLD. “Our Area Lead Offi cers along with the education authority will discuss the most appropriate support in order to build capacity for improvement and will maintain contact to monitor progress. “We will revisit the local authority to check on progress within one year of publication of the report.” EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B6 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18

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Club Samhraidh ann Campa Sradagan hòisich saor-làithean do 48 neach òg air dòigh agus gan ruith, cealla deug air leth aig an an Steòrnabhagh Tle mòran spòrs is cur-seachadan aig òigridh – a’ cur eòlas air a chèile; a’ leasachadh na Càmpaichean Sradagan aig Comunn na sgilean cànain aca agus a’ faighinn cothrom pàirt a Anns an Iuchar, ghabh Cluba Samhraidh Gàidhlig. ghabhail ann an iomadh tachartas spòrsail! àite ann am baile Steòrnabhaigh Thàinig an òigridh còmhla aig Ionad Scaladail A-measg na bha iad ris thairis na seachdainean airson clann bho aois 5-11. Bha a’ san t-Iuchair is iad air siubhal bho air feadh Alba bha – claiseachd; boghadaireachd; sgilean comas chlub a’ ruith gach madainn bho airson a bhith an làthair. Le Sgioba luchd-obrach coille; sligheadaireachd agus iomadh rud eile a thug misneachd is spòrs dhaibh! Dhiluain gu Diardaoin le còir is ChnaG agus Spòrs Gàidhlig a’ cur na càmpaichean ﬁ chead duine chloinne an làthair. Tron t-seachdain bha a’ chlann an sàs ann Naidheachdan bho Acair an geamannan, ealain agus beagan bèicearachd. Cuideachd, leis gun robh an aimsir fàbharach, fhuair sinn a-muigh airson roller-blading fheuchainn agus teanas a chluich. Chaidh na cur- seachadan gu lèir a libhrigeadh tro mheadhan na Gàidhlig a’ toirt cothrom don òigridh Gàidhlig a bhruidhinn am measg a-chèile, taobh a-muigh na sgoile.

ha samhradh trang air a bhith aig Acair cheannaich munntir Asainte an fhearann aca Tagus iad a' foillseachadh iomadach leabhar fhèin. Bha beatha iongantach aig Allan MacRae, ùr, agus ag ullachadh airson na tha ri thighinn a bha gu mòr an sàs anns an iomairt airson an nas fhaide air adhart anns a' bhliadhna. Chaidh fhearann fad bliadhnaichean mhòr. a' chiad leabhar sa chlàr fhoillseachadh aig Fhathast ri thighinn, tha Acair a' foillseachadh Comunn Eachdraidh Nis air latha sònraichte 'Bàrdachd Uilleam Iain Caimbeul (Willie Teddy)'air a' comharrachadh beatha agus obair Michael Dihaoine 10mh Lùnastal aig Ionad Stoodie anns Robson nach maireann, a sgrìobh 'Someone An Rubha agus tha fàilte bhlàth air a h-uile duine Else's Story'. 'S e tachartas air leth a bha seo, a thighinn ann bho 7:30f. Bidh ceòl, leughaidhean agus banntrach Michael, Janet Robson, ag agus an cothrom an leabhar a cheannach. innse mar a' lorg i an leabhar, an ìre mhath Cumaibh sùil a-mach airson leabhar mu deiseil, agus nach robh càil a dh' fhios aice mu bhusaichean agus garaids Mitchell's ann an dheidhinn. Steòrnabhagh a bhios ri fhaighinn anns an Chaidh an dàrna leabhar, 'The Assynt Crofter t-Sultain agus leabhar mu dheidhinn an Iolaire a - Allan MacRae, a life' le Judith Ross Napier bhios ri fhaighinn aig toiseach an t-Samhain. Bidh fhoillseachadh o chionn ghoirid, aig tachartas naidheachdan air na leabhraichean seo rim faicinn a bha a' comharrachadh 25 bliadhna bho air na meadhanan sòisealta agus làrach-lìn Acair. 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B7 Buidhnean-leughaidh Gàidhlig a’ tòiseachadh aig dà ìre Peigi Ann Scott

nns an Ògmhios chaidh pìleat de bhuidheann-leughaidh air- 28mh den Lùnastal. Ged as e buidheann-leughaidh a th’ ann tha Aloidhne, ‘Leugh Leam’, a chumail ann an co-bhonn eadar fàilte air daoine nach eil air an leabhar a leughadh agus a tha dìreach e-Sgoil agus Comhairle nan Leabhraichean. Air an oidhche, airson còmhradh no fi ù ’s èisteachd ri còmhradh sa Ghàidhlig. cheangail deichnear dhaoine a-steach à sia àiteachan – tè Bidh na leabhraichean ri fhaighinn aig prìs na ìsle bho Chomhairle dhiubh fi ù ’s à New York! nan Leabhraichean air-loidhne (feumar còd) no sa bhùth aca, agus A’ leantainn air suirbhidh bheachd a chaidh a chumail an bidh corra bùth eile gan reic cuideachd. dèidh na coinneimh, thathar a-nis air co-dhùnadh dà bhuidheann ’S e buidhnean air-loidhne a bhios ann is bidh e comasach do a stèidheachadh a bhios a’ coinneachadh gu cunbhalach bhon dhuine sam bith aig a bheil uidheamachd shimplidh ceangal Lùnastal 2018. a-steach. Thathar cuideachd an dùil gum bi àiteachan ainmichte ann, Bidh an dàrna buidheann ag amas air luchd-ionnsachaidh aig a leithid oifi sean Comhairle nan Leabhraichean agus e-Sgoil, far an ìre thràth agus bithear a’ leughadh leabhair còmhla, caibideil gach urrainn do dhaoine tighinn cruinn còmhla is ceangal a-steach mar turas. Gheibh daoine taic a thaobh fuaimneachaidh agus faodaidh bhuidhnean. Gheibhear am fi osrachadh as ùire mu deataichean, iad faighneachd mu fhaclan is abairtean nach eil iad a’ tuigsinn. dè dh’fheumar son ceangal a-steach, agus càit’ am bi buidhnean a’ ’S e Glainne le Daibhidh Eyre an leabhar leis an tòisich iad agus coinnichidh am buidheann seo son a’ chiad uair air Diardaoin 2na cruinneachadh, bho làrach-lìn Comhairle nan Leabhraichean (https:// Lùnastal. gaelicbooks.org) no le bhith cur post-d gu Shelagh Chaimbeul: [email protected] Bidh am buidheann eile son daoine a tha (reusanta) fi leanta sa chànan. Bidh daoine a’ leughadh leabhair air an ceann fhèin is Ged as ann ann an Alba a tha a’ mhòr-chuid a tha air ùidh a thig iad an uair sin còmhla, turas sa mhìos, airson còmhradh is nochdadh, thàinig beachdan a-steach às na Stàitean Aonaichte, beachdachadh air na leugh iad.’S e Ìmpireachd le Iain F. Macleòid Canada is fi ù ’s an Argantain! Mar sin, thathar an dùil gur e Comhairle nan Eilean Siar agus an leabhar air an tèid bruidhinn nuair a choinnicheas iad air Dimàirt coinneamhan dha-rìribh eadar-nàiseanta a bhios ann. An Lanntair. Gaelic Book Clubs starting for Fhuair mi obair pàirt-ùine anns an taigh- dhealbh aig An Lanntair, airson beagan airgid a chosnadh nuair a bha mi san two different levels treas bliadhna aig Colaisde a’ Chaisteil, agus tha mi fhathast ag obair ann. Tha mi n June e-Sgoil and Comhairle nan Leabhraichen cooperated the book and would simply like the opportunity to converse or even a-nis ag obair aig Comhairle nan Eilean Ito pilot an online Gaelic book club, ‘Leugh Leam’. On the listen to Gaelic, are welcome to attend. Siar, mar nuadh-phreantas aig Sgioba night ten people connected from six different places – with one The books will be available from Comhairle nan Leabhraichean at na Gàidhlig, fhad ‘s a tha mi a’ dèanamh person even joining in from New York! a discounted price online (requires code) or in their shop, as well as am bliadhna mu dheireadh agam sa Following feedback from a survey it has now been decided to start from a number of other outlets. Cholaiste. two groups that will meet regularly from August 2018. The groups will meet online, meaning that anyone with basic The fi rst will be aimed at learners at a relatively early stage and equipment will be able to link in. It is hoped that there will also will read a book together, a chapter at a time. People will be given be a number of ‘venues’, such as Comhairle nan Leabhraichean’s help with pronunciation and will be able to ask about any words and offi ces and e-Sgoil, where people can gather and link in as a group. phrases they don’t understand. The fi rst book they will read will be The most recent information about dates, what is required to link Glainne by Daibhidh Eyre and the group will meet for the fi rst time in, and which group venues there are, can be found on Comhairle `S mi an stiùbhard a tha os cionn an on Thursday 2nd August. nan Leabhraichean’s website (https://gaelicbooks.org) or by emailing taigh-dheailbh aig An Lanntair an-dràsta. Shelagh Campbell: [email protected] Bidh mi a’ coimhead às dèidh rudan a The second group is for people who are (reasonably) fl uent in tha a’ dol anns an taigh-dhealbh, agus na Gaelic. People will read a book in their own time and come together Although most of the people who showed an interest in Leugh stiùbhardan eile. once a month to discuss and share their thoughts on the book. This Leam are based in Scotland, there was feedback from the US, Canada group will meet on Tuesday 28th August to discuss Ìmpireachd by Iain and even Argentina! These could therefore be truly international Tha mi ag obair a’ dèanamh eadar- F. Macleòid. Although this is a book club, people who haven’t read meetings. theangachaidh aig a’ Chomhairle. Tha mi cuideachd an lùib sgioba conaltraidh na Comhairle, agus ag obair air pròiseactan sònraichte, mar eisimpleir cuimhneachadh Call na h-Iolaire.

Tha Gàidhlig uabhasach cudromach nam bheatha. Chan e a-mhàin gur i mo chànan màthaireil, ach tha ceum agam sa chànan agus tha mi ga cleachdadh a h-uile latha ann an diofar shuidheachaidhean. Tha Gàidhlig uabhasach prìseil dhomh agus tha e mar phàirt dha m’ fhèin-aithne. Tha mi an dòchas tro thìde, gur ann tron Ghàidhlig a gheibh mi mo chosnadh. EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B8 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/1802/08/18 - 05/09/1802/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B9 ARE YOU GOOD Japan boost for Talla na Mara provides base the Outer Hebrides for Isle of Harris Fine Art

Two iconic brands showcased Since the opening of Talla na Mara in Harris last L-R - Angus Williams, Murdo Sam MacLeod, WITH PEOPLE? their wares in Japan in July after November, the centre has been busy hosting Owen Williams. Angus is the business being invited by HIE as part of weddings, conferences and training events. owner of Williams Stone Craft the Cabinet Secretary’s visit to ould you like the fl exibility of working HIE invested £154,000 to support the centre Photograph by John Maher Wfrom your Outer Hebrides home, with all promote Scottish business in the which was developed by the West Harris Trust. the benefi ts of being an employee of a global country. The centre includes a performance space for company? The Isle of Harris Gin and fi lm, theatre and live music events as well as a Harris Tweed featured at a Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has been restaurant and motorhome parking. reception at the British Embassy working with SYKES, a multi-national company The centre provides units for four creative in Tokyo, where Fiona Hyslop that operates a homeworking staffi ng model in the businesses – Isle of Harris Fine Art, Hebridean MSP, Scotland's Cabinet Secretary central belt and is keen to expand this into rural Design Company, Joceline Hildrey Illustration for Culture, Tourism and External areas. SYKES will be visiting the islands, as part and Porteous Architecture. Affairs, promoted Scotland as of its recruitment drive, looking for people in the an ideal location for Japanese Isle of Harris Fine Art is run by Owen and Outer Hebrides with excellent customer care skills investment. Marigold Williams who moved to Harris with who are interested in working from home. their children to set up the business and raise The purpose of the visit The company is looking for 100 new employees their family. was to build relations with the to provide customer care for a leading technology community of investors, trade Owen said: “Marigold and I were living in client. You don’t need specialist knowledge. You do partners, Scottish companies and South Queensferry. Marigold was teaching need to be great with people. All equipment and intermediaries in Japan; while art in high school in West Lothian and I was training is provided. Permanent positions will be showcasing the best of Scotland managing a sales team for a publishing company available from August 2018. in Edinburgh. After 12 years working my way up on a global stage. The presence “Two years later and we are well into our second season at the HIE and SYKES will be holding open information with the same company and chasing endless sales targets, I was of the Outer Hebrides brands also studio and things have been going great. Inspired by the surrounding events in Harris and Lewis on Tuesday the 21st of connection with our Isle of Harris gin and the Hebridean sugar kelp looking to do something different career wise, but I wasn’t sure demonstrated that some of Scotland’s most remote enterprises can environment of this beautiful island or work now ranges from August where people can fi nd out more about the lends itself to great opportunity for growth. what. achieve international reach. The Cabinet Secretary’s programme of original paintings, prints, cards and various hand-crafted pieces for new opportunities and the benefi ts of working from “I recently attended the food and drink market specialist event run engagements ran from 2 – 5 July. “My brother Angus runs Williams Stone Craft, a stone masonry the home. In the summer months, we take it in turns to work in and home. by HIE, attended by two SDI in-market experts from Japan, which business out of Stornoway and suggested I come and join the team. To date, Isle of Harris Distillers has received grant approvals from allowed me to discuss global export opportunities at length. I hope run the studio. In the winter, I switch over to the dyking and we Rachel Mackenzie, HIE area manager in the HIE totalling more than £1.25m assisting with the construction My mum was born in Harris and runs the Holmasaig Gallery, at both work on building up stock for the main season. Outer Hebrides, said: “The customer services that by the end of 2018, 15% of sales will come from international Qudinish in the Bays of Harris and Marigold and I have had success of the distillery, off-site warehouse, business development costs “We live in Leverburgh and, along with our children, we love sector is important to our islands’ economy. markets and this will only continue to grow in coming years.” selling our paintings from her gallery in the past. Photograph by Tim Winterburn and attendance at trade fairs. The company also leases the land it the outdoors life in Harris and are at the beach all the time in the We have a great opportunity here to collaborate The Harris Tweed sector has received support from HIE to meet occupies from HIE. “We heard about the new business available for rent at Talla Na summer. with SYKES and help the company pilot its rural a good opportunity for us to promote the area The times and locations of the open events the increase in demand for its unique and highly popular cloth. Mara and we decided one of these would make a perfect studio/ Simon Erlanger, managing director of Isle of Harris Gin, “Together with the other art, craft and design studios, the main homeworking project, and create job opportunities will be confi rmed in the coming weeks, and Lorna Macauley, chief executive of Harris Tweed Authority, said: gallery where we could both paint, exhibit and sell our art work. as an ideal location for SYKES to expand their commented: “Despite the brand’s infancy, Harris gin has been gallery with monthly guest artists, the arts and entertainment space in the Outer Hebrides. shared on HIE social media channels along with “Japan continues to be a vitally important premium export market for We thought it would be amazing if we could make a living building embraced by Japan and its love of premium spirits. and the restaurant/cafe, we have become a real hub for tourists and “The drop-in session will help people decide if Scottish operations. We very much look forward to further information regarding the homeworking Harris Tweed. Japanese consumers understand and appreciate colour, drystone walls and selling paintings, so we applied for a unit in the “The Japanese share a passion for seaweed and seafood, so the islanders on the West side of Harris.” this is something they’d be interested in. It’s also welcoming people on the day.” opportunity texture and hand-craftsmanship so evident in Harris Tweed cloth." summer of 2016 and where lucky enough to be chosen to get one. SUPPORTING THE OUTER HEBRIDES CREATIVE INDUSTRIES hie.co.uk EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B10 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18

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NEW BOOK- Available 10th August Bàrdachd Uilleam Iain Caimbeul Willie John Campbell (Willie Teddy) This new book combines the poetry of Willie John Campbell from Point, who has written songs about a variety of subjects AROUND THE WORLD IN for most of his life. £12.95 80 DAYS: AN EVENING AVAILABLE NOW! WITH MARK BEAUMONT The Assynt Crofter Sat 4 Aug, 8pm £16 Alan Macrae - A Life Around the World in 80 Days - Mark GARY INNES Beaumont set out to make this Victorian Judith Ross Napier fi ction a two-wheeled reality. Having Wed 15 Aug, 8pm £12 / £10 / £8 This well-researched biography details smashed the circumnavigation cycling World the life of an extraordinary man, who Record twice in his career, he now holds this Accordion in hand, Gary Innes truly has cared deeply for his beloved Assynt. 18,000-mile title in a time of 78 days and 14 the world at his fi ngertips – though at heart he’s never far from his native Scottish £15.00 hours, averaging 240 miles a day. Over the past decade Mark’s epic documentaries have Highlands. Over recent years he’s gigged taken viewers to over 100 countries, into the in China, Malaysia, the USA, the Middle Oiteagan à Tìr nan Òg Arctic, the high mountains and around the East and Kazakhstan, among other exotic Commonwealth, also surviving capsize in the destinations, but between times he’s just as Ruairidh MacAoidh mid-Atlantic. Showing fi lms and photography, busy playing rural village halls and remote Leabhar bàrdachd Ruairidh these events are a fascinating insight into island festivals back home, from Acharacle to MacAoidh à Uibhist a Tuath, a chaidh Mark’s career of adventure. Achiltibuie, Shetland to Skye. fhoillseachadh an toiseach ann an 1938. £10.95 PURVAI 2018 17th – 21st August An Lanntair's South Asian arts and heritage Dùn Èistean - Ness project returns for 2018 with a programme Rachel Barrowman that is packed with a superb lineup of Indian The long and interesting history of classical musicians, dancers, writer, fi lms and poetry. We also have the return of our Dùn Èistean in Ness is detailed here hugely successful Indian Banquet. Tickets in this richly written and illustrated on sale now. academic book. £29.99 13 - 15 Aug - Yatra Óigridh : Indian dance, drumming and visual storytelling summer school 16 Aug - Indian Folk Dance Workshop @acairbooks 16 Aug - Kathak Dance Workshop 16 Aug - 18 Oct - Indian Embroidery with www.acairbooks.com Chris Hammacott 17 Aug - Indian Banquet LEABHRAICHEAN CLOINNE 17Aug - Summer Evening of Indian Raag 18 Aug - Purvai Festival Day with puppet making, poetry, music and free fi lms. £6.95 20 Aug - Yoga with live drumming £6.95 20 Aug - Adult drumming workshop £6.95 21 Aug - New Passages Literature Exchange Event

Sùil air An Lùnasdal August at a glance...

Friday 3rd Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom ...... 6.00 Monday 20th Purvai: Yoga with live drumming ...... 5.30 Swimming with men ...... 9.00 Purvai: Adult Drumming Workshop ...... 7.30 Saturday 4th MARK BEAUMONT ...... 8.00 Textile Screen Printing Workshop ...... 7.00 Tuesday 7th James and the Giant Peach ...... 3.00 Easy Guitar Workshop ...... 7.00 The Deer Hunter ...... 7.00 Tuesday 21st Purvai: New Passages Literature Event ...... 7.00 Wednesday 8th Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom ...... 7.00 Handmade Poster Workshop ...... 7.00 Thursday 9th Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom ...... 2.00 Thursday 23rd Vertigo ...... 7.00 Swimming with men ...... 7.00 Indian Embroidery Workshop ...... 7.00 Friday 10th Thomas and Friends: Big World ...... 3.00 Friday 24th Stornoway Singers St John ...... 7.30 Tag ...... 8.00 Fashion and Textiles Workshop ...... 7.00 Saturday 11th Thomas and Friends: Big World ...... 3.00 Sing Musical Theatre Workshop ...... 7.00 Tag ...... 6.00 Saturday 25th Alice in Wonderland...... 10.30 Little Shop of Horrors ...... 9.00 Mary Poppins ...... 4.30 Wednesday 15th GARY INNES ...... 8.00 Mama Mia – Here we go again ...... 8.00 Thursday 16th Purvai: Indian Folk Dance Workshop...... 2.00 Monday 27th Textile Screen Printing Workshop ...... 7.00 Purvau:Kathak Dance Workshop ...... 6.00 Easy Guitar Workshop ...... 7.00 Indian Embroidery Workshop ...... 7.00 Tuesday 28th Whitney ...... 7.00 Riaghladair Carthannas na h-Alba Friday 17th Purvai: Indian Banquet...... 3.00 Handmade Poster Workshop ...... 7.00 Carthannas Clàraichte/ Purvai: Summer Evening of Raag ...... 8.30 Wed 29th Drama Club ...... 4-5pm Registered Charity SC047866 Fashion and Textiles Workshop ...... 7.00 Thursday 30th Mama Mia: Here we go again ...... 7.00 Sing Musical Theatre Workshop ...... 7.00 Indian Embroidery Workshop ...... 7.00 ACAIR, An Tosgan, Seaforth Road post-d: [email protected] Tha Acair a’ faighinn taic Saturday 18th Purvai: Festival Day ...... All day Friday 31st Fashion and Textiles Workshop ...... 7.00 Stornoway, HS1 2SD fòn: 01851 703020 bho Bhòrd na Gàidhlig Purvai: Indian Cinema Night Free Sing Musical Theatre Workshop ...... 7.00 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B11 3 page focus on Crofting Scottish Crofting Federation Consultation is only of value if it’s meaningful

By Patrick Krause in Scotland and what a Rural Economic Strategy strategically.” the intention of having the land resource shared will need to look like to cope with the inevitable But the NCRA consultation does not capture by more people through, for example, the creation here is a hierarchy of consultation value and changes. that context, does not identify what has gone of crofts. it is well-known that some consultations are T The remit of the National Council of Rural before, what was achieved, what was not achieved We have drawn attention to the limited done to ‘tick a box’ without any true usefulness Advisors (NCRA) is “to provide evidence-based and why not – leading to what needs to be done. composition of the NCRA before (there being no- intended or expected. advice on the implications of Scotland leaving the Many objectives in rural development are met by one from north of Perth on it) but this has not been We have all come across this phenomenon EU and to recommend future actions that could crofting but there is no mention of crofting at all in compensated for by the spread, or rather lack of in some context. The Scottish Government are sustain a vibrant and ﬂ ourishing rural economy”. the accompanying text. spread of the conversation venues – not one in very keen to consult ‘stakeholders’ and the The consultation itself doesn’t frame any A glaring omission is that there is no discussion Shetland, and only one in central Highland to ‘Scottish Public at large’ over a myriad of policy questions in the context of Brexit but rather focuses or tackling of the land reform issues which are cover the whole Highland economic region. The decisions (have a look at the Scottish Government on problems that exist despite Brexit and doesn’t essential to the well-being of the Outer Hebrides Outer Hebrides had two public meetings – was ‘Consultations’ website). offer any suggested solutions to the problems that and all of rural Scotland. community ownership not mentioned? Usually these consultations are well-researched Brexit will inevitably bring. It therefore comes This is bedrock policy, something that deﬁ nes We hope that this is just the start of the and present useful questions that can gather across as being shallow and lacking substance. Scotland, yet there is no discussion of this or of conversation that will, in future, soar to greater information that will genuinely help to inform In the foreword, it is stated “Our aim for this heights. policy decision making. The recent consultation document is to mark a sea change within rural by the National Council of Rural Advisors development policy of the recent past.” There is unfortunately does not. passing mention of previous policy initiatives. It is all well and good to go over the same old The document states: “There are many existing issues of what is holding rural Scotland back but policy drivers and initiatives dating back over we were hoping that this consultation would be Join the SCF 25 years … It is time now to build upon these about how Brexit will affect rural development and consider how we operate, think, and act Membership of the Scottish Crofting Federation is an investment in the future of crofting. Your support will strengthen the voice of crofters & crofting communities

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ooking for some croft diversifi cation options? Are you a experience. Stornoway offi ce on 01851 703103 or at [email protected]. Lprospective vegetable grower? Do you want to add a fresh An SAC Consultant will also cover some advisory guidance on We are anticipating a high volume of interest in the event so places enterprise onto your current crofting business? the grant application process. Further details will be released in the will be limited and booking is essential, however we will be looking In the face of Brexit and the ever changing agricultural and coming weeks. to hold this event again so please get in touch where interested. economic climate the need for executable and viable ideas are more In our article in October 2017 we covered the details of What is important than ever. a polycrub? To survive the changes to come it is imperative that we adapt Simply put it is a signifi cantly more robust version of a polytunnel. too and consider what new enterprises we can implement that will They are perfect for growing a range of fruits and vegetables continue to keep crofting agriculture alive well into the future and throughout the year that are typically subject to seasonal limitations Nematode Larva help business to thrive moving forward. or normally not suitable for the harsher environment of Lewis & SAC Consulting Stornoway are delighted to be holding an event Harris. on the 21st August 2018 at Ness Social Club. The framework is made of recycled plastic tubing which has Warning! This exciting event will be the fi rst of its kind and will cover a been reinforced which are secured in concrete for a strong and stable fi xing on site. The cladding consists of twin polycarbonate As the drought currently continues across the country, the islands range of topics. Audrey Litterick from Earth Care Technical and one shatterproof sheeting that can withstand heavy impacts. This makes of the authors of Horticulture: A Handbook for Crofters, will take are no exception. Heather Stevenson of SAC Consulting Veterinary them ideal for the windy weather. some practical and advisory seminars on vegetable growing in a Services issues the warning that “when the drought fi nally breaks crofting situation. For more information of the purchase of a polycrub unit, the and the rain returns there is likely to be a sudden increase in suppliers Nortenergy contant information can be found at www. nematode larvae on pasture. This may lead to outbreaks of parasitic There will be a conservation discussion looking at the nortenergy.co.uk. gastroenteritis”. With this in mind SAC Consulting are advising that environmental and ecological elements to this type of enterprise. Martin Adil-Smith of HebVeg has kindly given permission for an on- For construction it is Chris Mayer at Western Isles Polycrubs or at you consider your animal health management plan to help prevent site look at the design and technical specifi cations of the polycrub AMK Construction who now stockpile the materials on the island. any issues this year. as well as his fi rst hand account of his established crofting enterprise To express interest in the event please get in touch with the SAC Rob Black – SAC Consultant Lewis & Harris

A guide to supplementation at tupping ESTABLISHED

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News

STORNOWAY SHOUTS ummer 2018 is proving busy for the local Svolunteers of Stornoway RNLI with three shouts to report from July. Stornoway RNLI launched on Sunday, July 8th, at 2350 hours to aid in the search for a missing sea-swimmer. One wee slip was all it took for the Police team to lose the Tug O’ War, but not before The swimmer’s last known position had been Stormy Stan was delighted to present the 2018 offi cers Scott Wordie, Donnie Sinclair, Norman Campbell and Stuart Wightman, along reported to the west of Ruadh Reidh lighthouse, Emergency Services Tug O’ War to the Stornoway RNLI team with colleagues, put the Stornoway RNLI team to the test! and the Stornoway Coastguard search and rescue helicopter was also tasked to the search, while the MV Loch Seaforth ferry, on passage to Ullapool at the time, also diverted to assist. As the ‘Tom Sanderson’ RNLI lifeboat arrived on the scene, the missing swimmer was located by the Coastguard helicopter and subsequently recovered by the fast-rescue craft from the MV Loch Seaforth before being winched from ferry to helicopter. It was a great response from all the emergency services involved and credit to the crew of the MV Loch Seaforth for their swift and professional response. The volunteer crew of Stornoway RNLI returned to berth, with the lifeboat back alongside and ready for service at 0330 hours on the morning of Winners of the Most Family Members in the 5K were the Monday, July 9th. First across the Stornoway Lifeboat 5K MacIver/Murray Clan with 15 members and one canine A few of the local volunteer crew took part in the 5K fi nish line was Kyle Munro completing the new route fundraiser – in full kit! Photo: Martin Mann And the ‘Tom Sanderson’ lifeboat was out on shout again on Wednesday, July 17th, launching at 1150 hours to the aid of a vessel run aground just off Balallan, Lewis. The casualty vessel – a 23ft yacht – had hit rocks and run aground and on arrival, the Stornoway RNLI volunteer crew established a tow line between the two boats. The Stornoway RNLI lifeboat then towed the vessel safely off the rocks and continued to tow the casualty to berth in Lemreway. The ‘Tom Sanderson’ lifeboat and volunteer crew returned to berth in Stornoway, the lifeboat refuelled and ready for action around 1730 hours. Wednesday, July 25th, saw the volunteer crew Stornoway RNLI’s annual Flag Week out again, launching at 1953 hours at the request raised £1,356. RNLI supporters of Stornoway Coastguard to complete a medical Eilidh, Donny and Seumas, three evacuation from a cruise ship anchored outside Pictured before the off of their big Outer Hebrides to of Stornoway RNLI mechanic’s Stornoway Harbour. Over 700 people enjoyed visiting the Stornoway RNLI station and Outer Mongolia 10,000 mile challenge, Tim Hill and children, did a brilliant job manning Marytn Riley aboard the ‘Tom Sanderson’ lifeboat the Flag stall Arriving within 10 minutes of launch, the ‘Tom lifeboat on Open Day 2018 Sanderson’ lifeboat came alongside the cruise seconds. Close behind in second place was Steven And what a fi nal! Ending in a ‘best of three’ it reached me, but it was really not a good night to liner and the casualty, a family member, and two Gregg, while Euan MacIver was third to fi nish. looked to be a strength-zapping stalemate until a be at sea and without the RNLI such a situation medical staff from the ship were transferred onto loss of footing on the Police team saw Stornoway could have turned out so differently.” the lifeboat and transported ashore. There was a great turnout for the Stornoway Lifeboat 5K with nearly 100 runners, joggers, RNLI take the rope over the line to win for 2018. It appears that Tim and Martyn’s Outer The casualty was landed into the care of the walkers, and dogs taking part; and the Stornoway And a huge thank you to all the emergency Hebrides to Outer Mongolia epic is something Scottish Ambulance Service and the Stornoway Round Table trophy for Most Family Members to service members – what a massive effort all round! of an adventure so far as the pair have been wild Coastguard Rescue team; and once the transfer compete this year was presented to the MacIver/ camping and taken a boat with a train on-board to medical care was complete, the RNLI lifeboat Murray family with 15 humans and one canine amongst other interesting incidents! returned to the cruise ship with the two crew crossing the fi nish line. RICKMAN RANGER members. “In Ashgabat in Turkmenistan,” read the latest Fun was had throughout Stornoway RNLI Open Rickman Ranger Mongol Rally Facebook update. The ‘Tom Sanderson’ lifeboat and volunteer Day 2018, with young and old alike enjoying MONGOL RALLY – IN “Interesting place! Immigration took many hours RNLI crew were back alongside and ready for refreshments, games, tours around the ‘Tom and they gave us a four day visa. Sandstorm in on service again at 2100 hours. Sanderson’ lifeboat, RIB trips with Seafari, a AID OF THE RNLI way here, camels everywhere!” performance from Lewis Pipe Band, face painting, You can fi nd out more and keep up to date with STORNOWAY RNLI 5K and candyfl oss provided by the Newmarket It’s a challenge from the Outer Hebrides to Outer their challenge on the Rickman Ranger Mongol Gateway Trust. Mongolia as Saturday, July 7th, saw friends Tim Rally Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ Thank you to everyone who volunteered their Hill and Martyn Riley take on an epic 10,000 RRMR2018 AND OPEN DAY 2018 time and skills to ensure a very successful, smooth mile challenge to raise funds for the RNLI and conservation charity Cool Earth. And to support the friends and donate to their A huge thank you to the hundreds of islanders and running Open Day and Stornoway Lifeboat 5K! chosen charities, visit www.justgiving.com/ visitors who joined celebrations at the Stornoway Thank you to the Point Show committee; The The pair are attempting to drive their 1977 fundraising/therickmaneers to donate to the RNLI; Lifeboat 5K and Open Day 2018! Stornoway Trust; Stornoway Port Authority, and Rickman Ranger, a kit car they have restored, from and www.coolearth.org/.../the-rickmaneers- Stornoway RNLI lifeboat station to Ulannbaatar, Between the Stornoway RNLI Flag Week, Open all the individuals and local businesses which mongol-rally-2.../ to donate to Cool Earth. Mongolia as part of the self-supporting Mongol Day 2018, Stornoway Lifeboat 5K, and Summer donated prizes for the Stornoway RNLI Summer Rally, ‘organised’ by company The Adventurists. Raffl e, over two weeks in a sunny Stornoway, the Raffl e. HOW TO HELP generosity of locals and tourists alike raised a Highlight of Open Day 2018 however had to be Tim and Martyn are both keen sailors and have magnifi cent total of £6,158! the extremely close Stornoway RNLI .v. Emergency homes in Lewis and Harris, so the RNLI was an You can keep up to date with the RNLI charity at obvious choice of charity for the two. Speaking Saturday, July 21st, kicked off with the annual Services Tug O’War. www.rnli.org – and why not ‘Like’ the Stornoway before they left Lewis, Martyn said: “Last year I Stornoway Lifeboat 5K, organised by a team of RNLI Facebook page to keep up with the local Stornoway RNLI were joined by teams from the was out when the engine of my RIB packed up in volunteers and sponsored by the Stornoway Round lifeboat crew at www.facebook.com, search island Fire Service, Coastguard, and Police – and Loch Seaforth and Stornoway RNLI came out to Table. ‘Stornoway RNLI’. Round 1 saw the Coastguard .v. Police, with the me. With a new route through Lews Castle Grounds bobbies in blue taking the win to go through. And please don’t hesitate to contact Stornoway “Luckily I’d been helped by a local fi shing boat RNLI via Facebook if you wish to make a donation to contend with, fi rst across the 5K fi nish line Round 2 and Stornoway RNLI out-pulled the and the lifeboat had been stood down before it or help raise funds through an event. was Kyle Munro, in a time of 18 minutes and 37 Fire Service team to face the Police in the fi nal. 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION TWO - Page B15 From Gavin to Sue, the Rotary mantle moves on

New Stornoway Rotary President Sue Long with Rotary Assistant Past President Gavin Woods was delighted to present Stornoway Rotary Past President Gavin Woods stepped down as Sue Long takes over as District Governor Bill Ross who joined the local club for its Presidency stalwart Jackie Mackay with The Paul Harris Fellowship - the highest Stornoway Rotary President Hand-over dinner recently award that Rotary can give By Eilidh Whiteford t has been all change at The Rotary Club of Stornoway recently Ias following two years in the role of Club President, Rotarian Gavin Woods has stepped down to hand the mantle to Sue Long, Stornoway Rotarian and past President of Meols Rotary Club. The Presidency hand-over took place at the Stornoway Rotary Club’s AGM and President’s Dinner, held in June, which was attended by club members, friends and family, including Rotary Assistant Governor Bill Ross. Of his time as Stornoway Rotary President, Gavin said he found the experience full of fun and very rewarding, that he viewed the weekly Rotary meeting as an ‘oasis’ in the midst of his hectic work as a teacher, and valued the Rotarian concept of friendship as the basis for service. He said: “The opportunity to serve as President has been a huge honour and I should like to offer my heartfelt thanks to those who have worked tirelessly on the Club’s behalf. “I would like to recognise that without the fellowship offered to me by members, without the inspirational leadership of those in positions of responsibility, and without encouragement of those who went before me, I wouldn’t have been President of this Club.” He added: “I wish Sue all the best in her role as President and hope that her time in the chair will be on both benefi cial to her and to the Club.” Sue said: “It is a great privilege to be President and I look forward to leading the Club in this year when the theme is ‘Be the Inspiration’. “So much has already been achieved and we have much to look forward to in the future, with a number of projects in the pipeline.” At the annual Club dinner, a number of Stornoway Rotarians were also presented with Rotary District ‘Certifi cates of Gratitude’ in recognition of the ‘special work’ undertake by club members. Past President Claire Macleod received her Certificate for her fundraising work for local causes and her involvement with youth work; Bob Adam was presented with his Certificate for his consistent support of the Club’s activities over many years; Jane A number of Stornoway Rotarians were presented with Certifi cates of Gratitude for their work with the Club. Pictured alongside Past President MacIver for her work in promoting the End Polio Now campaign Gavin are Rotarians Bob Adam, Jane Maciver, Claire Macleod, Eilidh Whiteford, Jackie Mackay, and Kenneth MacDonald through the Club’s annual Swimarathon; Claire Whyman for fundraising for local and international causes; Eilidh Whiteford delighted to present Jackie Mackay with The Paul Harris Fellowship can claim (not that he ever would) that he has been involved in most for her work in promoting the Club and the wider world of Rotary – the highest award that Rotary can give, named after Rotary founder of the major projects undertaken by this Club, and a man who has to the local press; and Ken MacDonald received his Certificate of Paul Harris, and awarded for Service Above Self. served for the last 30 years,” said Gavin. Gratitude in recognition of his vocational work in supporting the “The Club has asked that this award be bestowed on a member You can keep up to date with The Rotary Club of Stornoway on development of dental services in Cambodia. who is always willing to assist with anything and everything, a man Facebook at www.facebook.com/StornowayRotary, or visit the Club’s And as his last duty as Stornoway Rotary Club President, Gavin was whose advice is sought by every President of the Club, a man who website at www.stornowayrotary.org

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hilst in Tenerife for Xmas 2016, Malcolm and Janet have expertise in the essential areas of Financial Systems, Information coloured sets over time as volunteers build more. £1,206 at end December to purchase play equipment to cater for the Isle of Barra – Area 6 WPaterson bought a ticket for the local Spanish Lottery Technology and Marketing. 20p of each ticket sale goes to the Lottery’s 2-6 yr old age group. The Centre is a busy tourist venue and had no and became intrigued with the idea of setting up a Lottery to ELM who professionally manage the website, the entire secure banking facilities for the young. Two local Dads who had relocated to the area Barra & Vatersay Community Ltd are the managers in their Area which solely benefi t the Western Isles. systems, independently carry out the Weekly Prize Draw and ensure were trained Sports Coaches but no funds were available to set up has so far benefi tted from £4,669 of funding. Again, Xmas Festive the operation adheres to all legal requirements. Coaching Clubs. Funds were also utilised to enable this venture for the Lighting was their fi rst priority and an impressive display was installed By the end of January 2017, the wheels had been set in motion. Within the fi rst year, residents across the Isles have both supported older children in the area. in December 2017. Tony Robson and Emma Fraser joined them to form The Lottery Team and benefi tted from the Lottery. 60p of each Ticket purchase goes and Shona MacLeod has recently joined the Team to help develop the North Lochs Community Association received the proceeds raised The area was in need of a Personal Announcement System for local directly back into the Community divided into six Areas. An established Lottery further. in the Area to end March 2018 and have set up a Youth run Cafe for events and Lottery funding purchased part of the necessary equipment Community Group in each Area is responsible for managing their own the "Silver Darlings" in the Community Centre with £760.80 funding. required for wider Community use. respective funds which are distributed by the Lottery on a monthly basis, based on the level of support in each Area. The recent completion of new Keose/Keose Glebe Playpark now Currently, as much support of the Lottery as possible is being provides the public with a new facility and proceeds from Supporters encouraged to enable the Committee to replace the beautiful, but badly The magnifi cent sum of £45,000 for Community upgrades is across the Area will be made to enable the necessary additions of in need of repair, Herring Girl Trail along the coastline. T he Herring expected to be raised over the fi rst year of operation. Locals will have public seating, refuse bins etc to be installed. Trade was a historic and vital means of survival, playing an important also enjoyed Weekly Prize winnings totalling almost £17,500, some part in the history of the Western Isles and deserving of maintenance. of whom have generously donated their winnings back to their own Area Fund Pot. Isle of Harris – Area 4 Local businesses also supported by providing ‘Bolt-On’ Prizes to Harris Voluntary Action manages the funds for Harris and, like Celebration Event – help establish the Lottery which now has a consistent support averaging In addition, the Team were able to purchase a large quantify of Lego, Stornoway Amenity Trust, make the decisions on how the proceeds 1,665 Weekly Tickets. 95% support via Direct Debit payments. The enabling the trial of a Local Library Lego Club which, depending on raised in the Area are used. However, they are happy to also receive Ball and Funday Lottery Team thank Lewis Builders, Lewis Crofters, W J MacDonald applications from local groups requiring funding. Butchers, Natural Retreats, ACE Electrical Services, Hebrides Travel, success, may then expand across the Western Isles. The Lottery Team are hosting a weekend of Fun for everyone starting Home Improvement Centre and Barra Atlantic Gin by advertising their The Lottery Team were proud to have come to their assistance at on Friday 24th August with an Adult Disney Themed Ball with “special Logo on the Lottery Website, giving a direct link to each respective Xmas time to replace the area’s Festive Lights which had recently been guests” in the Caberfeidh Hotel, Stornoway. Alzheimers Western Isles business. lost in a fi re. With continued and additional support from the locals are organising this Event and all profi ts will go to their own cause. Malcolm & Janet Paterson, Shona MacLeod, Emma Fraser and Tony Robson Local business support is always welcome and any enquiries can be in Harris, this display can hopefully be improved on again this year. On Saturday 25th August, a Disney Themed FunDay is being held The Western Isles Lottery was fi rst drawn on 19th August 2017. made via the Lottery website or Facebook page. in various venues around Stornoway. A number of organisations and businesses have all partnered with the Lottery Team to provide events The Lottery Team are delighted to already be one third of their way to Company logos (taken from our website) achieving their ultimate goal of 5000 weekly tickets. This would see being held throughout the day. £1,000 worth of cash prizes being shared between three winners each From the outset, the Western Isles Lottery Team set out: The fun begins at 9am when Sammy’s Princess & Superhero Parlour week and over £150,000 being raised for Community upgrades. • To improve the aesthetics throughout the Western Isles to provide opens up on Church Street for boys and girls to “glam up” and Sandie In all, 75,000 tickets are expected to have been purchased by 11 a more pleasing environment for residents and attract tourism; Photographer will be at the ready with her camera to capture a variety of Mascot Characters (Stornoway Thespians) dropping by. August 2018 – the fi nal Draw of Year 1. • To upgrade current facilities around the Islands for the benefi t of The Lido Café have a special themed all-day food menu and check A Teddy Bear’s Picnic with “special guests” at the Bridge Centre The Lottery was designed so the people of the Western Isles, all; out An Lanntair for more surprises! starts at 10:30am run by Laxdale Croileagan with Alice in Wonderland collectively and inclusively of all cultures, could help ourselves and • To provide additional recreational activities and events throughout being screened in An Lanntair also at 10:30am. Artizan Café is Open And if you need a rest from it all ….. a screening of Mary Poppins is at the same time be the front runners in being pro-active within our the Western Isles; from 9am and will also be joining in the fun so please drop by for being shown in An Lanntair at 16:30pm. own community. • To encourage and enable the participation of those residing in some surprises! There are a limited number of stalls available in the Town Hall the Western Isles, and to foster their inclusive support, in an Ness/Westside - Area 2 An all-singing-all-dancing Walking Parade leaves the Bayhead Swing alongside Taigh Dubh Candles who have Unicorn Sparkle, Fairy Dust upgrading of their environment; The Westside Football & Recreation Association manages the funds Park at 12:30pm fi nishing up at Perceval Square. And the fun continues… and Frozen Dreams on offer. If any other sellers are interested, please • To embrace the extensive multi-national cultures of those families across this area. They chose to invite local groups to apply for funding contact Western Isles Lottery Facebook page to make enquiries. Boogie Bounce will be open for all in Perceval Square, Pointers Café who have relocated to reside in the Western Isles by seeking their and make the decisions on which application receives proceeds during are hosting a Mad Hatter’s T Party, look out for Seafari’s Pirate Trips views and helping them make decisions in the planning of all a specifi c period. leaving from the Pier, or why not join in with the Princess, Superhero recreational aspects of Island life to support integration and social In addition, the materials required for the installation of Hearing Going forward? and Pirate Workshops and displays in the Town Hall? Kirstie Anderson, Loop Systems in four of the Community Halls across Harris had been The Lottery Team are Proud of the successes the Lottery has brought cohesion. Claire Wilson and Eva Grace Fisher will lead with their expertise! A to the Western Isles in such a short period of time. But they emphasise • To create employment through innovative projects where at all purchased but there was no funding for the actual installation. Lottery nice surprise awaits you in Stornoway Library too!! funding is currently being used for this purpose and it is hoped the that it is the residents of the Western Isles who have made it such a possible. Meet and Greet sessions will be popping up in various venues works will soon be completed. To date, a total of £2,627 has been success story by supporting it with ticket purchases and that is the only around the Town and Sandie Photographer will always be on hand! raised from proceeds. way it will continue to succeed and, hopefully, grow. A number of kiddie’s (and Adults’!!) favourite Characters will also be There is a never-ending “wish” list with ideas for future upgrades Broadbay – Area 1 joining in the all-day FunDay! Proceeds are managed by Stornoway Amenity Trust who have over the which can only be carried through if the public support us. We are also last 20 years, made signifi cant improvements to the Broadbay Area. Isle of Uist – Area 5 open to receiving fresh ideas from the public via our Facebook page They were no longer in a position to continue with these improvements Uist Council of Volunteering Organisations (UCVO) manages the Uist or by approaching your local fund managers. We hope everybody due to a lack of available funding. The Committee have worked funding totalling to date a handsome £4,815! Balivanich Playpark sees the Prize Pot rising by more Supporters joining us which will give alongside the Western Isles Lottery Team to come up with innovative were successful in the initial application and received a total of £1,362 incentive for even more to follow suit. It is amazing the amount that and sustainable projects to make the best use of the proceeds raised to end December 2017. This sum went towards the signifi cant repairs can be amassed if everybody was able to support with just £1.00 per by Supporters across the Broadbay area. To date around £15,000 of required to bring the popular playpark back to a useable standard. week. Friends and family on the mainland have also supported the improvements have been carried out. Islands which we are very grateful for and hope we are showcasing the Islands for their benefi t also. The Town Centre received a much improved display of Festive decorations at Xmas time, admired and enjoyed by everyone. Planning Eoropie Play Park Committee were desperately needing funding to To meet the aims of the Lottery, a bespoke method had to be devised then commenced to upgrade the Town to a similar standard throughout install public toilets at their well-established facility and they received How can you Join the Western and they successfully secured a Partnership Agreement with a licenced the Summer months and the main aspects of this large scale project is £1,600 being the proceeds raised from Supporters in the area to end External Lottery Management Company (ELM) whose three directors almost complete. December 2017. Isles Lifestyle Lottery? Anybody with a UK Postcode can join In, win Carloway Community Association then applied for funding to Weekly Prizes and supprt the Western Isles! purchase a commercial Gas BBQ with Housing Unit for use throughout by local groups throughout the Carloway area. A total of £1,347 was Most Supporters have joined via the Western raised by Supporters to end March 2018 and they utilised their new Isles Lottery website www.westernisleslottery. equipment to host a community event shortly afterwards. co.uk with Direct Debit payments. Should you not have access to the internet, a dedicated Currently, Westside Agricultural Society are receiving funding to make phone line is open during offi ce hours (Mon to good a large area of ground beside the Barvas Community Hall to enable Fri) and can be reached on 0300 30 20 444 them to relocate their successful Annual Show and hopefully reduce the impact of inclement weather in the future. The landscaped area will be available for local use as a showground with additional public parking, How can you apply for funding? also benefi tting the nearby school. It is hoped a weather-resistant Three funding periods for 2018 – 2019 have been set: marquee can also be purchased and the Committee are shouting out E> > NH Ņ 1st Sept 2018 to end Dec 2018; 1st Jan 2019 – end April 2019 to everybody in the area to support the Lottery so as much funding as Sgoil Lionacleit Pipe Band benefi tted after £1,306.80 was raised and 1st May 2019 – end August 2019 possible can be raised by end August 2018. £1,725 had been raised to to buy protective bagpipe cases for the youngsters and to host a A number of local contractors have benefi tted, the main companies end July 2018. All proceeds from ticket sales in the respective areas during these Homecoming Event for the residents of Uist to enjoy after the Band being ACE Electrical Services and Willowglen Garden Centre whose periods will be allocated to a successful cause within each area. expertise has been invaluable to the Committee. performed at Tartan Day in New York. Interested parties can either apply directly to their own local funding Uig/Breasclete/Lochs – Area 3 managing group OR apply by email via the Western Isles Lottery The Lottery Team themselves have replaced broken and disused Currently, Tasga Uibhist are receiving proceeds from the area website (the email address is at the bottom of the Home Page). =9J[=9J[7 T0?B=9J[7 T3 seating at Coll Beach and Bayble Pier with cost effective bench and Muaitheabhal & Friends manage the funds in Area 3 and, like Area 2, to end August 2018 to fund their Cuimnhe Project to ensure table sets for the benefi t of both locals and visitors. This is an ongoing invite applications from any group across the Area to apply for funds. the continuation of 3 specifi c ongoing social projects for their Alternatively you can message the Western Isles Lottery Facebook project and as many areas as possible will receive these brightly Uig Community Centre were the fi rst recipients and secured Dementia Group. page and one of the Team will provide you with further information. EVENTS SECTION FOUR - Page D8 www.welovestornoway.com/zanys-zone 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 " # $%&' ( # ) ) * #

Thursday 16th CLISHAM HORSESHOE 9.00 The Clisham car park £25 INTERMEDIATE SEA KAYAKING 10.0-12.00 Sir E Scott School £20 SEA FISHING TASTER SESSION 13.00 Scarista Beach £10 BEGINNERS SEA KAYAKING 17.00-19.00 Sir E Scott School £20 GUEST SPEAKER- SEAN STEVENS 19.30 Sir E Scott School, Tarbert £10

Friday 17th COASTEERING 10-11.30, 12-14.00, 15.00-16.30 The Hushinish Gateway Monday 13th Wednesday 15th £15 STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING MOUNTAIN BIKING LESSONS EAGLE WALK 10.00-12.00, 14.00-16.00 10.30-13.00,14.00-16.30 The Hub, Stornoway 10.00 Bogha Glas car park £40 adults, £30 children £25 inc equipment £10 LOCH RESORT BOAT TRIP. WHALE AND DOLPHIN WALK 9.00 West Loch Tarbert peir 10.00 Out End, Scalpay SURF LESSONS £110 £5 10-12.30 Talla na Mara SNORKELLING 13.30-16.00 Talla na Mara PHOTOGRAPHY TRIP- SHIANTS 11.00 The Hushinish Gateway 9.00 East Loch Tarbert Marina £40 adults £30 children £15 £95 Guest Speaker- Margaret Soraya WALK- NORTHTON MACHAIR COMMUNITY WALK- 18.30 Isle of Harris Distillery 16.00 The Temple café, Northton HUSHINISH TO CRAVADALE £5 £5.00 10.30 Hushinish Gateway £10 GORGE SCRAMBLE COASTEERING Tuesday 14th 10.00-12.00, 13.30 16.00 The Scaladale centre 10-11.30, 12.30-14.00 and 15.00-16.30 Hushinish Gateway £25 £15 KIDS ACTIVITY DAY 10.00 The Scaladale Centre SUNSET PHOTOGRAPHY £40 19.00 Luskentyre beach Saturday 18th MOUNTAIN WALK, ROINEABHAL £20 GUIDED RIDE MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE 11.00 The Bays Centre 10.00 The Clachan, Leverburgh FLANNAN ISLES BOAT TRIP £10 £10 9.00 East Loch Tarbert Marina BOAT FISHING FLANNAN ISLES BOAT TRIP £130 adults £95 under 14 4hr trip. 9.30-13.30 and14.30-18.30 West loch Tarbert 9.00 East Loch Tarbert Marina CHILDREN’S SEA KAYAKING £55 including tackle £130 adults £95 under 14 THE RAFT RACE 10.00-12.00 Sir E Scott School I PHONE PHOTOGRAPHY LESSON 15.00 East Loch Tarbert Marina £5 £15 £10 team entry GUEST SPEAKER- ERLEND CLOUSTON INTERMEDIATE SEA KAYAKING RHENIGADALE HILL RACE 16.00 The North Harris Trust ofﬁ ce, Tarbert 19.30 Sir E Scott School 13.30-15.30 Sir E Scott School £5 £10 £20 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.welovestornoway.com/zanys-zone EVENTS SECTION FOUR - Page D9

Blas Festival returns to the Hebrides

his September some of the fi nest exponents of Highland Duncan Mackenzie, Innes White, Fiona MacAskill and the the setting for much of his poetry. The audience will visit Tculture will take to the stage in venues across the Glenfi nnan Cèilidh Band. With a concert performance in the Donald’s old haunts whilst hearing his work from poets Angus Highlands and Western Isles as part of the Blas Festival. fi rst half and a cèilidh dance in the second half, bringing your Peter Campbell and Norma MacLeod. dancing shoes is highly recommended! Blas is organised by Fèisean nan Gàidheal in partnership Blas Festival events taking place in the Western Isles are: An icon of Gaelic culture hailing from Lewis, actress and with The Highland Council and will take place from 7th to • Friday 7th September, 7.30pm - Crossing the Minch, An singer Dolina Maclennan, will be celebrating her 80th birthday 15th September celebrating Gaelic culture and the thriving Lanntair, Stornoway Scottish traditional music scene. With additional support in island style with a special event in Stornoway featuring • Monday 10th September, 7.30pm - Ciaradh na h-Oidhche, from Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, some renowned Hebridean Christine Primrose, Allan MacDonald, Seasaidh Lexy and others. St Peter’s Hall, Daliburgh, South Uist musicians, composers, writers, personalities and traditions will A birthday party to remember! be celebrated in Western Isles venues. Ciaradh na h-Oidhche will recreate one of the most important • Friday 14th September, 10am - Latha Dhomhnaill, Bernera settings for the sharing of stories, songs and tunes in the pre- Community Hall, Bernera A name synonymous with all things related to Highland twentieth century Gàidhealtachd: the Taigh-Cèilidh (house bagpipes will be celebrated on the fi rst day of the festival at An • Saturday 15th September, 7.30pm - Dolina @ 80, cèilidh). This Gaelic production, performed by four young Lanntair. Woodlands Centre, Stornoway musicians, Pàdruig Morrison, Linda MacLeod, Shona Masson Crossing the Minch is led by world class pipers Calum and Calum MacDonald, will showcase the Gaelic music and Young people from the Western Isles will also feature in two MacCrimmon and John Mulhearn, commemorating the tales they were brought up with. events to celebrate the Year of Young People 2018 - Ceòl nam Fèis in Strathpeffer on Friday 14th September and Òran Mòr in outstanding music of the late great Pipe Major Donald Macleod A celebration of the life and contribution of the renowned Inverness on Saturday 15th September. MBE, arguably the most infl uential piper and composer of the Gaelic poet Donald MacAulay will take place in Bernera on the 20th century. morning of Friday 14th September. Latha Dhomhnaill, a unique The full programme of events can be found at www.blas- Audiences will be wowed with a unique showcase of Donald event in association with Comhairle nan Leabhraichean, will festival.com along with details of how to purchase tickets, Macleod’s music featuring special guests including James offer the chance to explore Bernera, the place which provided including special prices for Young Scot cardholders. EVENTS SECTION FOUR - Page D10 www.welovestornoway.com/zanys-zone 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 News round-up from

s we come to the end of the summer term Aand the end of session 2017-18, we want to acknowledge and share the hard work and achievements of all the children and young people in our 2-18 school campus. We continue to be very proud of our children and young people’s achievements and successes, within and out with the school setting. PRIZEGIVING CEREMONY The Prizegiving Ceremony was held on Wednesday 13th June. Pupils were presented with their prizes by Mr Calum Macleod, Maths Department. Primary 7 pupils were once again presented with Bibles courtesy of North Harris Religious Bookshop and we thank them for their generosity. Ardhasaig House Dux Trophy: Nathan Coghill & Alasdair Lsngley HMIA Proxime Accessit Trophy: Eilidh Macdonald & Ellie Ball P1 Class Progress Prize: Riley Maclennan & Chirsty Bella Morrison P2 Class Progress Prize: Mary Macleod P2 Class Progress Prize: Donnie Macleod P3 Class Progress Prize: Rowan Reid P3 Class Progress Prize: Megan Brown P4 Class Progress Prize: Alasdair Morrison P5 Class Progress Prize: Grace Macleod P6 Class Progress Prize: Emma MacSween P7 Class Progress Prize: Ruairidh Morrison P1 Class Role Model Prize: Rory Fraser P2 Class Role Model Prize: Jonathan Maclean P2 Class Role Model Prize: Jasmine Morrison P3 Class Role Model Prize: Flora Scott P3 Class Role Model Prize: Archie Woodhall P4 Class Role Model Prize: Fraser Laurie P5 Class Role Model Prize: Fiona Langley P6 Class Role Model Prize: Luke Johnson P7 Class Role Model Prize: Isla Scott Citizenship Cup for Girls: Emma N MacSween Citizenship Cup for Boys: Dylan Brown Volunteer Centre Western Isles: The MacQueen Street Group Award for Volunteering Excellence Harris Tweed Shop Enterprise Trophy: Dylan Brown & Nathan Coghill Mòd Na Hearadh Committee Music Trophy: Isobel Craig Williams’ Family Art Trophy: Ellie Ceit Johnson Spectral Line Systems Science Trophy: Seamus Mackay Pupil Council Award: Nathan Coghill Eco School Award: Ryan Gillies Best Buddy Award: Lucie Woodhall P1-P2 Girl Sports Champion: Anne M Macleod Harris Distillery Trophy P1-P2 Boy Sports Champion: Donald W Macleod Harris Distillery Trophy P3-P4 Girl Sports Champion: Katie Tennant P3-P4 Boy Sports Champion: Fraser Laurie P5-P7 Girl Sports Champion: Eilidh Macdonald Flora Morrison Trophy P5-P7 Boy Sports Champion: Luke Johnson Flora Morrison Trophy 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.welovestornoway.com/zanys-zone EVENTS SECTION FOUR - Page D11 SIR E SCOTT SCHOOL

SGOIL ÀRAICH Assembly. Cameron has been assisting in the between Sir E Scott, Scaladale Centre and Harris teaching of PE to the Primary classes since August Development Limited/Isle of Harris Marina takes On the Wednesday 13th of June we had our 2 0 1 7 and also helping with additional events place every Friday afternoon and as part of the Prizegiving Assembly along with the Primary. The such as the Tchoukball Festival in Stornoway. He 8 week programme pupils are completing an children sang their song “Gàrradh Na Sgoile” with has been a huge help to teachers and a big hit RYA Dinghy Sailing Course, Coasteering and Mr MacIver which the children performed very well. with the primary pupils! He was recommended Sea Kayaking sessions. We are very grateful to This was followed by the presentation of by Mrs P Macleod OHT and Mr A Johnson, the continued strong partnership working that certifi cates and gifts. PT Pupil Support. He also received his Saltire takes place with the Scaladale Centre. Centre certifi cates for 200 hours of volunteering. Well Manager, Sean Stephens is fi nishing at the done Cameron! Centre at the end of June and we wish him well Congratulations to Hamish Scott, S4 who once in his future endeavours. Kate Lewis who is a again has been successful in the annual Never familiar face in SES will be taking over the role Such Innocence Competition, this time in the as manager. Gaelic Category. Hamish wrote and submitted a poem, Misneachd Na Pioba in his own personal Anish Toor has been competing in the Scottish time. Hamish attended a prize giving ceremony downhill mountain biking series this year and we wish on Thursday 24th May at the Guards Chapel, him continued success in his chosen sporting event. Wellington Barracks, London, accompanied by his grandfather and Uncle Andy.

Cuach na Cloinne Ghabh sinn pàirt ann an co-fhairpis ball-coise Cuach na Cloinne. Chaidh sinn chun a’ Bhac far an do chluich sinn an aghaidh sgoiltean eile. Anns a’ gheama as fhèarr againn bhuannaich sinn 9-0 an Staffi ng aghaidh Bun-sgoil Steòrnabhagh Sgioba 2. Sgòr Unfortunately, we say goodbye to Miss Joanne Ryan G agus Archie dà thadhal uabhasach math Nicolson and Mrs Diane Kennedy who have ann an aon gheama. Se sgoil a’ Bhac a bhuannaich been with us in their probationary teaching year anns am fi nal. Bha deagh latha againn. in session 2017-18. We wish them all the very Secondary Leavers’ Assembly best from pupils, staff and parents at SES School, SECONDARY Western Isles Island Games A Leavers’ Assembly on Wednesday 6th June was as Miss Nicolson takes up a permanent teaching There has been a particularly strong emphasis on Athletics Championships well received by staff and pupils and allowed for a position in Sgoil Na Pàirc and Mrs Kennedy in The sporting achievements this term across our S1-4 The SES S3 Team were the overall winners of formal event to wish all 18 S4 and S6 leavers our Nicolson Institute. year groups, with pupils participating at the recent their section. Well done to all the athletes: very best wishes as they move onto the next stage of We also wish Mrs Catherine Maclean, HE, who WIIGA Sports Day and Youth Event; the latter Connor, Mathew, Neil Macleod, Emma P, their education, gap year or working lives. We were will be leaving us on Thursday 28th June organised to celebrate the 2018 Year of Young Charlotte, Lena, Cara and Sarah Bennion! delighted to have Hamish Taylor, well known in our after 7 years as a permanent member of staff at local community and a partner delivering Maritime people. Thank you to Rachael Johnstone, S4 for Sir E Scott School a long, happy and healthy Skills for work as this year’s guest speaker. Hamish representing SES School at the opening ceremony retirement. She will be very much missed by us all gave aspirational advice to all our pupils, but in on Tuesday 19th June. Congratulations also to at SES School. Although we marked Mr. Calum particular to our school leavers. Macleod, PT and Maths teacher's offi cial Rachael Johnstone, S4 who was recently selected retirement, after an impressive 35 years' service to attend the Scottish U15 Football training camp to the school, he will be returning in August on at Tullialan. Rachael has worked extremely hard at a supply basis, working three days a week. improving her performances as Goalkeeper and Thank you to Mrs Chirsty Macleod and her team at this invitation to train and play at national level is Talla Na Mara for hosting a memorable retirement well deserved. event for Catherine Maclean and Calum MacLeod, who were joined by family, current and former colleagues to mark this milestone in their lives.

We wish all our pupils, staff, parents and partners a restful and enjoyable summer break and Congratulations to Claire Macleod who is this SES Sea School look forward to your continued support in session 2018-19, as we take forward new and challenging year’s recipient of the annual Alex Buchannan- SES Sea School, which is a partnership Smith Citizenship award, which is presented to developments. the sixth year pupil who is deemed to have made the greatest contribution to the general ethos of the school community. Claire was presented with her award by Mr Hamish Taylor, Maritime Skills for Work tutor and guest speaker at our 2 0 1 8 South West squad, coaching staff & Rachael Leavers’ Assembly. Johnstone with the North region keepers

LAMM Event What an amazing experience with the biggest sporting event, ever, being held in Harris and with Sir E Scott hosting. All of the participants were 'blown away' with the stunning Harris scenery and the event was a resounding success for all who were involved. We got to see Hamish Scott, S3 welcoming the LAMM competitors off the evening ferry with some ﬁ ne pipe tunes. As a result the Congratulations to Cameron Wood, S6 Ieaver who school received a donation of £3000 for the Secondary Activities Week. Scotland Women’s National Team players – Lee received the Harris Volunteer Centre trophy for To top it all off we had one half of the winning Elite pair, Neil Talbot in school on Tuesday 5th Alexander, Hayley Lauder, Claire Emslie & Erin Volunteering Excellence, presented by Mrs Kate June to speak to P7 -S6. Neil gave a very informative and relevant presentation with a key message Cuthbert Langley, Development Worker at our Leavers' that 'we should all seek to be better tomorrow than we are today! EVENTS SECTION FOUR - Page D12 www.welovestornoway.com/zanys-zone 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 SLÀINTE MHATH… the cheaper way to feeling healthier and better

By Melissa Silver And after a £300,000 investment in gym So, go just twice a month and it’s already When did Slainte Mhath all start? equipment, we are fortunate in the Western Isles covered, go more and you’re making a saving, and The Slainte Mhath scheme was started in 2010, t’s easy to get our 150 minutes of to have the most up-to-date equipment available. you can feel good that with every trip to the sport when the Western Isles had the worst health recommended exercise a week when the centre – to the pool, to a class, to play badminton I And with the Slainte Mhath membership statistics in Scotland. In 2009, before the 3-year sun is shining so we get out on the beach for – you are benefi ting your health and that of your scheme – the cheapest of its kind in Scotland – we Slainte Mhath trial started, the CnES sports centres long walks, or into the Castle Grounds for a are all able to use this for just £25 per month for a family. had just 37 members, paying £600 per year for a cycle – it’s a lot harder when it’s lashing rain family - a whole family! I don’t want to spend hours at the gym, membership for 2 adults. After the fi rst year of the or blowing a gale! Does your family use, or want to use, surrounded by athletes. trial, membership had grown to 2,500 members. But that’s where the CnES Sports Centres come Today, there are 7,100 members enjoying the the sports centre at least twice a month? Instead of paying £5 for one visit and feeling like in. Both Lewis and Harris Sports Centres have pool benefi ts of Slainte Mhath. This is a fantastic As Tony Wade, Sports Facilities Services you need to spend hours sweating it out on the facilities including a kiddy pool and a spa, as well number, which represents 26% of the population Manager, explained to EVENTS: “For a family treadmill to get your money’s worth, you can go of the Western Isles, but that means there are many as a well-equipped gym, and a selection of classes. of four to go swimming, it costs £12.60. A little and often without breaking the bank. If you more people who could benefi t by signing up for In Lewis Sports centre, you will fi nd squash courts, membership for a family is £25 per month, so if have just 30 minutes to fi t in a work out – use those the scheme. a multi-purpose sports hall, and a climbing wall - your family goes twice a month, you’ve already 30 minutes! so there really is something for everyone. paid for it.” And you won’t be surrounded by athletes Support your local Sports Centre ‘judging’ you for not being a super fi t: the majority Thanks to our great local facilities: numerous of those in the gym at any one time are ‘normal’, young athletes, like Kara Hanlon and Connor they may even be older and less fi t than you. In a Maclean, have been able to train to competition bid to prove to EVENTS that the gym isn’t full of level; local people, young and old, have been able intimidating weightlifters, Tony Wade took us for a to lose weight to save or better their lives; those quick tour of the facility – not only were there lots having suffered from heart conditions are able to of non-athletes, but there was also a group of lovely get back to normal life with the help of the Cardiac older gentlemen in jeans using the treadmills. Rehabilitation programme, based in Lewis Sports Centre; and every one of us is able to keep moving If you’re still not convinced, thanks to the CnES every day, whatever the weather. Modern Apprentice Programme, there is a fi tness instructor on hand regularly in the Lewis Sports It costs just £25 a month for a family membership Centre gym to help you get the most out of your and £18.75 for an individual membership, and there is also a range of concession rates available workout! too. Since the scheme started, it has seen only one I don’t like the gym or swimming. price rise: the sports centre is trying desperately to There is so much available at the Lewis keep the cost to the public low so that it remains and Harris Sports Centres that there has to be accessible to everyone – but we need to do our bit! something that you like. Grab a pal and go play With most things, there is a ‘use it or lose badminton or squash, go along to aquafi t (it’s it’ aspect. By signing up for a Slainte Mhath hilarious and surprisingly challenging!) or fi nd membership, you’re not only getting a great another class that would suit you. Use of the deal for yourself but you’re helping the whole running track is also included in the scheme, and of the Western Isles to benefi t from this scheme. every Friday at 1pm on the running track, former Something this cheap and this fantastic requires Olympian Kirsty Wade holds her JogScotland class high numbers to keep it going – so, go on, do your to get beginners into running. Otherwise, just get body, your family and the Western Isles a favour, your favourite music going, and get yourself to the and join Slainte Mhath today! gym – if you don’t enjoy the process, you’ll enjoy https://www.cne-siar.gov.uk/leisure-sport-and- the endorphins that follow! culture/sport-and-health/slainte-mhath/ 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION FIVE - Page E1

Iain Don Murray, right, with one of Underground's long-standing loyal customers - Kenny 'Spoonyan' Maclean 20th birthday for ‘Underground’

By Eilidh Whiteford Underground moved again, this time to its present home on Francis Street, Stornoway, t’s become more than just a business,” where Iain Don continues to ensure he stocks “Isays Underground owner Iain Don what islanders want – offering a real alternative Murray as the Stornoway shop celebrates its to internet shopping. 20th anniversary this month. “The internet is our biggest challenge; “I’ve made a lot of friends through the shop in shopping it’s our main competitor,” he and the fi shing,” Iain Don continued. “We’ve expanded. “I think though because we sell become part of the circuit, as it were, and many clothing and footwear, people still want to see mornings folks will come in just to have a yarn. the garments, to come in and try on the shoes; “I’m thankful that I have this business, I get and there are always people who need the out of bed quite happy to come into work. items that day, they can’t get that through the And I want to thank everyone for their support, internet.” thanks to our repeat customers – without that Iain Don continued: “Over the last few years support, we would not still be here.” we’ve also gone back to budget clothing as we August 1998 saw the opening of the fi rst found since the recession people just aren’t Underground shop, situated on Bayhead, in looking to buy £60 jeans anymore. a bid to offer something new to Stornoway – “We still have our fi shing stock, and another big a men’s clothing store offering budget and thing is our footwear range. We’ve also expanded affordable fashions. into offering men’s suits and dress shoes – we felt “I think when we fi rst started we probably there was a gap for that when Murdo MacLean’s had the same amount of stock for the entire closed, so we’re delighted to be able to offer that shop as we hold in our store cupboards now,” back to island shoppers again. chuckled Iain Don as he recalled the business’ “And we sell The Nicolson Institute school beginnings. wear which I think is great for island parents After four years at Bayhead, Underground – they can bring the kids in to try on the then moved closer to the town centre, opening schoolwear, to make sure things fi t well in good in premises on Cromwell Street, across the road time before the start of school.” from the Bank of Scotland. Twenty years since fi rst opening and And with a move of premises came a move Underground is still going strong – thanks in part in the choices offered by Underground as Iain to Iain Don’s innovation and desire to ensure he Don aimed to deliver what customers were carries what islanders want, but also to the many looking for. people who have supported and shopped at Underground over the past two decades. “When we started it was all about budget clothing, but then we moved into branded “You have to move with the times and I’ve clothing as that’s what everyone wanted 15-odd always tried to hone in on what people want,” years ago,” he said. Iain Don said, adding: “We rely on our returning customers, our core group of fi shermen, the “We then also went into fi shing tackle local people who make sure to shop locally and opening our Go Fish business, concentrating not go straight to the internet. mainly on fl y fi shing as there wasn’t a lot available in Stornoway then at the time.” “And we’d like to say Thank You for all the support we’ve received over the past 20 years Business going well, and six years on – you’ve made this more than just a business!” EVENTS SECTION FIVE - Page E2 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18

Simon Erlanger, Managing Director of Harris Distillers Ltd Photograph by Iain A MacSween

EVENTS… Distillery produces a real community spirit in Harris By Iain A MacSween Indeed, Simon Erlanger, Managing Director of Harris Distillers Ltd, admits he moment of truth. Thankfully they all loved uestion – What do the Empire State it and it became hugely successful.” involve the local community and its QBuilding, the Sydney Opera House, is ‘amazed’ by the reaction. “A week before people,” he said. and the Nou Camp stadium in Barcelona we opened we had never even fi red up the Having anticipated sales of 2,500 bottles by the end of the year, Simon admits to “Last year we had Santa Claus visit us, surprised by joy as we have in common? gin still,” he told EVENTS. and we held a storytelling evening round being ‘blown away’ that fi nal pre-Christmas “We had worked with Herriot Watt Answer – they’ve all provided a sales are expected to show more than 9,000 our peat fi re. We have a partnership with University for a year to establish a successful photographic backdrop for the now ‘world- bottles sold. the crofters who come to the distillery and famous’ Isle of Harris Gin. recipe and the stills were fi red on the Friday take away the spent barley and spread it to before we opened. It’s an even more impressive statistic land to feed cattle. We are also working Since the Harris distillery opened its doors considering that the gin is only available with local schools, who have done projects in September of last year, the frenetic pace “I got a text at 6am on Saturday morning via the distillery itself. You can either walk after the boys had been up all night making and even a pantomime on the distillery this of supplying a seemingly insatiable demand in and buy it, or have it posted out to where gin. We called the Nosing Panel together year! for this special gin hasn’t abated. you live. “We also send a handwritten note on Tuesday lunchtime and it was a huge with the gin so people will feel somehow “We want people to know that they are connected to Harris” said Simon. “We welcome here and that this distillery is for stand apart because we only deal direct them. The vast majority of distilleries are th What's in Section Two with our customers.” owned by large conglomerates. For Simon Erlanger, the Isle of Harris “We are also here to return a profi t for RNLI News ...... B2 Distillery represented a unique challenge our shareholders but we have this social Graveyard under threat from sea ...... B2 after 25 years in the industry, having element which is completely different to anything I have ever come across.” Artworks for bus shelters ...... B2 previously worked with the likes of Johnnie The distillery will produce the equivalent EVENTS Cinema Focus ...... B3 Walker, Glenmorangie, and Gordon’s. of 300,000 standard 70cl bottles a year of a Dr You: Feeling Hungry? ...... B3 “I had never before heard of a distillery make it to 150 edition! being created with the prime objective of single malt, known as ‘The Hearach’. The Linda Norgrove Foundation: Helping widows on the Silk Road ...... B4 helping to regenerate the local economy, As we were talking the distilling team Musician Carolyn returns to Isles to talk about her faith ...... B4 creating jobs directly and indirectly, acting were in the process of commissioning the Lewis Car Club ...... B4 as a catalyst for other enterprises and whisky-making process. “Our gin has been A Panful of Cockles By John Dory ...... B5 bringing more tourists to the island,” he said. hugely successful, and we are obviously delighted, but we never forget that what Comunn Eachdraidh Nis ...... B5 “This for me was a key point of difference. other locations only began because New York, as well as Barcelona and we are in business for is to create a single Building our communities ...... B6-B7 That’s why way back, before we had even got By Fred Silver, editor the money together, I wanted to create a set malt whisky and create a superb distinctive Environmental Health and Trading Standards Advice ...... B8 of values for the company that defi ned how product that the island will be proud of and there was a fi ve to ten-day delivery Inverness along with different parts of Public gains as planning applications move on-line ...... B9 we would operate as a business, how we will help us to stand out from the crowd,” Special recognition for St Kilda Swim Team ...... B10 would deal with people, how we would make he said. Giving Islanders a better chance to survive cardiac arrests ...... B10-B11 products and how we would sell things. “The team are commissioning the plant ugust 2005 saw a Rigs Road offi ce with two consultants, along with suppliers Stornoway Primary Newsdesk...... B11 “So we created a set of fi ve values that gap between when the newspaper was and engineers who are working fl at out, day the Islands. Their contributions – and New books at Western Isles Libraries ...... B12 we still live by and use them every day in deciding how to operate. and night, commissioning every aspect of McGrigor backs West Coast fi shermen over MPAs ...... B13 the process. It will take several weeks of - which had up until then housed “This number one value is ‘for and with Harbour Highlights ...... B13 experimentation, but we laid down our fi rst fi nished and when it reached its readers the isle of Harris’ and our third value is A those of the present team – have been February at An Lanntair ...... B13 fi ve casks just before Christmas. ‘nurturing belonging’, connecting with the SAC: Handling the pregnant ewe...... people of the island but also bringing Harris “We’re now getting involved in the whole process - mashing and distilling. It is an only HEB Magazine and its part-time Scottish Crofting Federation: Crofting marginalised in payments tangle ...... B15...... B15 to people around the world. through their front doors. unknown quantity because fi rstly you have invaluable in creating something which Naidheachdan Gàidhlig ...... B16-B17 These values, said Simon, are what make to get the equipment working mechanically, Events in Stornoway and East Lewis ...... B18-19 this distillery so special – it really is a ‘social and the second part is what we call staff - in a ferment of activity. For a Events in Harris / Events in West Lewis ...... B19 distillery’. “We are often brainstorming optimization. initiatives and ideas to see how we can our customers say they greatly value. Continued on page B3 Like all new ventures (and don’t or at www.welovestornoway.com short period as many as four staff EVENTS is published by Intermedia Services, Offi ces 1-3, Clintonʼs Yard, believe anyone who tells you theirs went Their free monthly EVENTS. Rigs Road, Stornoway, HS1 2RF Tel: 01851 705743 were working from a space previously smoothly!) there were some massive And what of the wider world? When occupied only by two at the most. hiccoughs along the way as EVENTS EVENTS was fi rst printed, Facebook was Thirteen years and 149 editions ago, strove to identify itself as a distinctive unknown, having been fi rst launched this was the birth of EVENTS, now product and to fi ght off competition only in February 2004; the iPhone was the leading source of local news and in an overcrowded market, sometimes still two years from being launched; information in Lewis and Harris. tripping over its own stable-mate, the while broadband had been in existence long established HEB Magazine. Of the original staff, there was a only fi ve years since its fi rst installation decidedly international tinge – one had EVENTS was originally far from the in Gillingham, Kent in March 2000. worked in China, another was about only product of a tiny enterprise dealing The idea that people would be walking Island weddings to go there to work. Ireland was also in PR; calendar design, production and the streets of Stornoway talking on live represented, while almost all the staff had sale; and various other printed products video links via handheld devices to no experience of newspapers, although such as The Skye Magazine. people anywhere in the world would they were experts in the fi elds of selling, But by 2008, only HEB, EVENTS and have seemed far-fetched…and the writing, administration and so on. The Skye Magazine remained. And it idea that local advertising would be Based as we would be until May this was then that the relaunched EVENTS, dominated by gigantic companies based year in the offi ces at Clinton’s Yard, marketed from a series of large acrylic largely in California would have seemed Sea views from Harris wedding venue EVENTS fi rst expanded to take over the display stands in key locations all completely bizarre. Talla Na Mara Pages 6 & 7 adjoining offi ce and then about six years across the Islands, started to develop as Yet here we are…and from our new But fi rst there's later a third offi ce in the same building. a key source of information, news and home in Church House on James Street, Originally EVENTS was intended to be advertising for Lewis and Harris. Valentines Day EVENTS aims to carry on providing a a tertiary level publication, more akin to Throughout the years since, it has local service to local people for as long an island-wide version of The Rudhach been utterly dependent on its growing as they wish to benefi t from it. or Loch a Tuath News but focussed on numbers of customers, the support of !"# ! $ And, of course, it’s no longer just ! arts and events across the whole of Lewis local fi rms, and its many suppliers – both ! !% -./0#&.$/--1# . and Harris rather than the doings of one here and off the Islands. EVENTS alone – but a whole suite of free .. particular area. magazines and websites throughout the T vr GrqPr Many staff have worked for the uvWhyrvr9hvu !"#$"%! Surprise a loved one this Valentines uhTrpvhy7r& Baltic &'$ Day with one of our Bespoke boxes of Outer Hebrides and Skye, building on () Roses delivered to their door! 6syy htrsChqvrq7rsSr And for the fi rst 18 months it was newspaper over the years…and have Also available for delivery we have: HvrqAyr hqhyWhyrvrBvsTrhhvyhiyr the success of welovestornoway.com *+ ,, Rose Bouquets and a wide range of distributed by mail throughout the moved on to greater things as well – • Cards for all occasions • Gift wrap Mixed Flower Bouquets p Islands. The distribution in shops and ending up as far away as Viet Nam and A thoroughly modern media milieu! • Gift bags • Gift ribbon & labels • Gift ideasd !"""#! " " $ %&'( )'*

th Anniversary Building our islands 10 ]!> ! 22 Francis Street Stornoway • Insurance Services RMk Isle of Lewis EVENTS ISSUE 129 HS1 2NB • Risk Management November 3 to December 7 t: 01851 704949 www.rmkgroup.co.uk • Health & Safety ADVICE [#!*! @\** YOU CAN TRUST ,!#$ ! $;< =! >@>=# Strength OQ,UX!(,=Z RallyRally HebridesHebridesth August of the thth & 19 18 " Q %?$"$@)"< <)%A$281 A"# ! %$& Islands… 20172017 " # $% !4844 !7ryyShq&"%#% By Fred Silver, editor ^!_! ! * !>#* >! ometimes the Outer Hebrides is painted as a community on Welcome to Sthe brink of crisis…beset by storms of both the physical and political kind with challenges like an ageing population. BANGLA SPICE At EVENTS, www.hebevents.com and www.welovestornoway.com, your new we don’t agree – Atlantic storms are not peculiar to the Hebrides but happen all down the coast of the British Isles while changing population patterns are happening throughout the UK as well. 2 23)4 !"#$$%% &'%(' What we see at work in the Outer Hebrides is a constant pattern home of local innovation and development as a large number of small, )%5267 fl exible, locally-based fi rms provide a huge range of services and See page 2 skills throughout the Islands. And as for the impact of age, the leadership of major locally-based Lewis Builders Ltd of Rigs Road, Stornoway, & national and international successes like Stag Bakeries and Harris are working on a new 12-bedroom care home for adults with learning disabilities and two )#* $ ! Tweed Hebrides show that being past the age of 50 does not mean , - that innovation and ambition vanish from hearts and minds of would- cluster units of supported accommodation to be industry leaders. replace the former Ardseileach complex at Willowglen, Stornoway. )#( ! , - So with this special supplement we aim to show to local people Above‚ Site clearance with excavator including looking for working careers on the islands as much as possible of the east wing block work. full range of work being done locally in the design, construction, and Left‚ Phase 1 completion (west and south Kevin Stewart MSP presenting Sandra Fraser with a bouquet of fl owers Photograph by Iain A MacSween building sectors…and to show to potential customers both inside and wings) with bin store. Solar thermal also Friday 19th PrvtUvr !!$ outside of the Islands the range of skills and facilities available here included on roof. !#Tu7rhpuT rrT hDyrsGrv both for projects on the Islands and for projects elsewhere. Scrutineering Stornoway Ferry Terminal from 3:30pm Below‚ Kit erection and block work with work ,, Much is made of the cost of transporting materials to the Islands on the central core in progress which includes – but there is little cost for exporting skills and expertise from here the lift shaft. Offi cial Start & SS1 Stornoway Airport 19.53pm I6UVS6G and award-winning architects and builders can follow through on SPPADIBTG6U@T projects based on other islands and on the mainland. Saturday 20th :CVRQJ1:J It is certainly possible to step ashore in Stornoway with nothing Ury) '$ &$ $$ but a chequebook – or its electronic equivalent – and fulfi l an entire SS2 & 3 Melbost Farm 8.00am project, purchasing the land, engaging surveyors and engineers, architects and interior designers, and purchasing everything from SS4 & 5 Lewis Wind Turbines 10.30am light switches to entire building kits; or starting from a bespoke design for everything from a kitchen to an entire factory. SS6 & 7 Arnish Fabrication Yard Road 13.00pm And there’s a massive range of training and career development <**(= opportunities available – from the Further Education and Higher SS8 & 9 Lewis Car Club Track Creed Park 15:30pm >*(=+* Education courses at Lews Castle College and the rest of the UHI (*;((; network, to the construction industry courses provided via the Times shown are fi rst car due Car 0- you must be on stage 30 mins prior (;( Western Isles Construction Training Group, and the chance to gain experience in a range of architectural practices and other professional 9/,01,2/-:0- "()(* specialities. 9;(6;(8 !"#"+,-) We see major opportunities for marketing the Islands to individuals +++8;(8 /,01,2/3454 and industries far beyond our shores…given that with airports not only in Stornoway but also in Benbecula and on Barra, many parts NGUSNGUS 67(88 MA of the Islands are far more closely linked to Glasgow, Edinburgh and CKAY && SONSSOONS London than locations like the Isle of Skye and many parts of the PLANTPLANT HIREHIRE . %% &'%/0 Highlands. Of course, this supplement can only cover a proportion of the :"; local fi rms and activities that are available but we hope that it will !"# '; make readers think more deeply about the choices and opportunities $#%$& "!; available as we all get on with the challenge of Building Our Islands Ian’s H for the future. ome & Garden Service !#$!$ Ury) '$ &$( (Ah) '$ &#&#"!!#( !** DB/9/G&<;)BJ. -"&/-$ !** K*B.GBL)MP "89"&/-$ \ *+./69;<<.)= , ?@A6B 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION FIVE - Page E3 # # # ! "# Ury) '$ &$( (Ah) '$ &#&#" # $% &'()''&'$ #

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his is the 10-year anniversary for CleanSquad – now during the peak of the season. approach us for advice how to set up their property and how to Tbased in Rigs Road, Stornoway - which started as an CleanSquad’s commercial customer base includes key local ensure effi cient change-overs.”. one-woman band working from home. hospitality, transportation, service, pharmaceutical, production Karin’s sons, Mike and Ian, now both work at the CleanSquad and utility companies. making it a true family company. Back then Karin Schouten wanted to do some work that fi tted Many self-catering accommodation owners outsource change- Mike, who heads up the operations, says: “CleanSquad is a around her spare time, being a busy mum of two boys. over services to CleanSquad, trusting them to turn the properties collective of dedicated people who work together to make clean During these 10 years the company has grown year-on-year over and present them the best they can be to the next guests. look great!”. delivering bespoke cleaning and laundry services to domestic “It is a specifi c expertise which we have refi ned over the last “This enables us to deliver our customers a professional and and commercial customers throughout the Outer Hebrides. 10 years.”, Karin explains. “New accommodation owners often dependable service” The company is now offering employment to up to 50 staff Family and business history behind the Baltic Bookshop

he original founder of the fi rm was Roderick Smith Lewis in 1832, took his masters certifi cate in Aberdeen in 1851 Baltic Bookshop now stands) and not surprisingly named it The T(1871-1967). He was born in Inaclete, Stornoway and spent the rest of his short life sailing out of Stornoway in Baltic Boot Store as one of a chain of boot shops of the same and having started working in the pharmacy of Alexander his schooners the Arica and then the Raven, around the coast name in Aberdeen and other herring fi shing ports in the North MacPherson in Point Street, Stornoway, he proceeded to the of western Europe from Archangel to the Balearic Isles in the East of Scotland. Liverpool School of Pharmacy from where he qualifi ed as a Mediterranean Sea. Louis Bittiner died in 1949 and some years later his daughter chemist and druggist in 1897. John Smith made many visits to the Baltic ports with herring Mrs Caroline Y Richfi eld sold the shop at 8 to 10 Cromwell Street After some years in the pharmacy of Priestland in Ramsay in exported from Stornoway and in April 1874, whilst coming with to her father’s friend, Mr Roderick Smith. the Isle of Man he returned to Stornoway in 1904 and set up his a load of salt having departed from Lisbon, the Raven foundered The business founded by Roderick Smith in 1904 was own business at 20 North Beach Street. in a storm in the Bay of Biscay with the loss of all hands. registered as a Limited Company in 1954 and continued with At this time he became friendly with an Estonian émigré, Leon In 1904 Roderick Smith bought the chemist business from the the Baltic Boot Store until 1997 when on reorganisation of the (Louis) Bittiner (1874-1949) who had set up a shoe shop at 22 widow of his one-time apprentice master Alexander MacPherson company, the pharmacy was sold to Boots the Chemist, the boot South Beach Street in Stornoway. The friendship was based on and opened a new shop on the corner of Point Street and store closed down and the core business of Roderick Smith Ltd the fact that the Baltic Sea was part of their joint heritage; in that Cromwell Street (where Boots now stands). continued as the Baltic Book Shop. Bittiner hailed from that area and the father of Roderick Smith Shortly after that he took Louis Bittiner as a tenant in the The Baltic Book Shop continues under the management of was a sea captain. This John Smith had been born in Bragar in adjoining shop at 6 Cromwell Street. In due course Bittiner Donald Matheson, the great grand-nephew of Roderick Smith. opened his own shop at 8 to 10 Cromwell Street (where the Sqr vpx Tvu Gq ' 8 ryy T rr T h CT !96 Ury) '$ &!'!Ah) '$ &%%## ihyvpixu5 vupx # # # EVENTS SECTION FIVE - Page E4 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 Hebrides Alpha…serving the community

ebrides Alpha Trading started business in H2007 with the aim of supporting individuals with substance addiction problems, to get back into work. Our service users really appreciate the opportunity of being part of a busy team, becoming more confi dent, reliable and committed . By working with us for 2 days each week, they learn a variety of skills which can be transferred to various work settings and they participate in a range of certifi cated training courses including First Aid, Forklift, Cherry Picker and the Construction Skills Certifi cation Scheme (CSCS) card. The yard on Rigs Road has seen many industries over the years and we have been working out of N here since 2009. It’s great to be at the heart of the industrial part of Stornoway. Some quotes from service users: ‘The staff have brought laughter back in to my life – better than any ! " medication’. ‘I would recommend Heb Alpha to other people who have addiction problems because being out and about amongst good people doing physical work makes you feel good’. ‘I really love it - Website: www.harristweedclock.co.uk it’s absolutely fantastic being out and about. The day passes far too quickly and I can’t believe how soon Email: [email protected] half past 4 comes round’. Phone: 01851 705054

Essence of Harris

ssence of Harris began life in the village of Bunavoneader, Eon the Isle of Harris. After noticing that there were no companies producing home fragrance locally, partners Jamie and Deenie decided to turn their passion for innovation into ‘Buth Bheag Candle Co’. It was humble beginnings for the Buth Bheag team of two, with the couple crafting each product on their kitchen table for a small following of island locals. However, in the three years since the company was established, + ,( '* * '* * -#' ',. , & it has grown beyond everyone’s wildest imagination. The team -#/%,0 ,,ȃ ,'* & % ,%$,, # of two has become a team of 15, they have opened two retail outlets- one in Tarbert and one in Inverness Airport, with a third ,% # %(#, && %0, 20* 0 # ,3' shop set to be opened in 2019 and have 70+ stockists throughout # ,4 # 00 -$ the UK and Ireland. The rebrand from Buth Bheag to ‘Essence of Harris’ has allowed the brand to ﬂ ourish in different markets, and they have just started exporting across the Atlantic- bringing !" a little piece of the Hebrides to the USA! Employing local staff ###$ % &' $%$( to handpour each and every product using soy wax, Essence of Harris will always remain true to their island roots, and the locals &) % &' $%* who supported them from the very beginning 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION FIVE - Page E5 Sky’s the limit for duo at Orbit Agency

018 has been a big year for Diane & Claire any business. Diane and Claire work with a 2at Orbit Agency. Having both run their business’s staff and train them up over a period own businesses from home since 2008, in of time that’s manageable to them. 2014 they took the plunge and merged their They comment “When you have happy individual businesses to form Orbit Agency business people and staff who are fulfi lled in and based themselves in a unit within Third their roles, generally you fi nd that they’ve got Sector Hebrides in Francis Street. quite a high rate of success – because they’re This joint working proved to be very popular passionate about what they do, and they’re with their customer base and allowed the Orbit passionate about where they’re from and where brand to grow and develop organically. they’re located. There are so many "lightbulb" moments as you use social media to develop The next stage for the business came in your business.” November 2017, when the Orbit girls were delighted to gain more business space within One of the businesses they have been the James Street offi ce block and now base delivering Social Media Success to is Willowglen their social media and business support services Garden Centre, who have spent time learning there. about Facebook for business and have seen very specifi c rewards and returns for their efforts. As small business owners, both Diane and Claire know in depth the challenges and Richard Robinson comments: “I was worried opportunities that life as a small business owner about putting the shop out there on Facebook. presents. It’s a hugely exciting, educational, However Facebook has brought new life back in motivational and challenging life and this to the shop and the customers are waiting for our experience allows them to work alongside the new posts and videos to come out all the time. small business community in the Outer Hebrides “If I’m out and about, they’ll stop me to talk to help them grow their businesses. about how much they love the page and the One of their key products is “Social Media posts, my advice to any business thinking about Success” and this is something that can fi t almost social media would be don’t worry about it, just grab it and run with it!”

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Ceathrar air a' Chuiltheann, aspirational and youth focussed My ALBA The award winning Sulaisgeir An t-Sealg, a recent hit on BBC ALBA programming on BBC ALBA How BBC ALBA began

aelic Media Service was offi cially founded in 2003, MG ALBA also launched the Gaelic short fi lm competition Meadhanan Gàidhlig (MG ALBA) air fàs bho bhith a’ fastadh 9 Greplacing CTG (Comataidh Telebhisein Gàidhlig) and FilmG in 2008, which celebrated its own 10th anniversary earlier luchd-obrach gu 35 ann an 2018. Tha a’ mhòr chuid dhiubh seo helped to set up a Gaelic channel in partnership with the this year at its awards ceremony in Glasgow, and, in partnership sa phrìomh oifi s ann an Steòrnabhagh le cuid eile eadar Glaschu BBC. In 2008, Gaelic Media Services rebranded as MG with other organisations, helps to deliver LearnGaelic. agus Inbhir Nis. Tha MG ALBA cuideachd air gnìomhachas nam ALBA and BBC ALBA began broadcasting. Later this year Chaidh Seirbheis nam Meadhanan Gàidhlig a stèidheachadh meadhanan a bhrosnachadh gu h-ionadail agus nise tha còrr air the channel will be celebrating its 10th birthday. gu h-oifi geil ann an 2003, a’ gabhail àite CTG (Comataidh 150 an sàs ann thar nan eilean. Telebhisein Gàidhlig) agus, ann an co-bhanntachd leis a’ BhBC, Since the rebranding and widening of its remit in 2003, Gaelic Chaidh am farpais fi lm goirid FilmG a stèidheachadh ann an Media Services (MG ALBA) has grown from a core staff of 9 to chaidh seanail Gàidhlig a chur air chois. Ann an 2008, ghabh 2008 cuideachd, agus chomharraich FilmG an 10mh bliadhna 35 in 2018. Most of this staff is based in the headquarters in Seirbheis nam Meadhanan Gàidhlig an t-ainm MG ALBA agus Stornoway with a further presence in Glasgow and Inverness. thòisich BBC ALBA a’ craoladh. Am bliadhna bithidh an t-seanail aig oidhche nan duaisean ann an Glaschu na bu tràithe am MG ALBA has also helped to develop the local media industry in a’ comharrachadh 10 bliadhna on chaidh a stèidheachadh. bliadhna. Tha MG ALBA cuideachd a’ lìbhrigeadh LearnGaelic the islands, which now employs in excess of 150 people. Bho 2003, nuair a leudaich a dhleastanasan, tha Seirbheis nam cuide ri companaidhean eile. Anthony sketches the Isles, from Butt to Rodel

ews-based artist Anthony J Barber’s pen and ink and by strong wind. Some friends call around (who usually go away Nwatercolour sketches of Lewis and Harris in ‘Drawn to for Christmas) and we try to make the best of it by playing board the Edge: A Lewis and Harris Sketchbook’ capture the moods games by candlelight. Not the Christmas Day that any of us had and weather of the island throughout the seasons, from wild planned but enjoyable enough. However, our friends vow never winter storms to pristine summer days. to spend Christmas on the island again. The book is a visual journey the length and breadth of ‘the “An article in the press reports that the Thailand Tourist Board Long Island’, from the Butt of Lewis to Rodel, taking in iconic has used a photograph of a beach in the Outer Hebrides with locations as well as more domestic subjects that signal the nature white sand, turquoise sea and distant hills to promote its own of ‘life on the edge’. resorts. A spokeswoman for VisitScotland is quoted as graciously saying that ‘imitation is the sincerest form of ﬂ attery’.” The artist’s diary notes give glimpses into what it is like to live and work in this remote island community. Two ‘Diary Entries: “A Anthony’s 24 years in Port of Ness have inspired him as an power cut on Christmas Day due to power lines being damaged artist. Sketches of sweeping beaches and vertiginous cliffs are complemented by subjects which evoke island life – stacked peats drying for fuel, croft houses with their back to the sea view (to withstand gales), doughty harbour walls, lighthouses, boats and marine paraphernalia. Barber’s unfussy sketches of Lewis and Harris often become the X xi6uE7h ir inspiration for his paintings. “We’d regularly been to Skye and visited most of the islands down the west coast, but the ﬁ rst time we came to Lewis, as !" Anthony J Barber was born in Stoke-on-Trent in 1962. He studied Architecture and Design to post-graduate level in West clichéd as it sounds, something just struck a chord,” he says. 6GrvhqCh v Yorkshire. During this time he sketched and painted both in “I think because it was so remote and far from the mainland Txrpuixi Yorkshire and on Scotland’s West Coast and Islands. compared to others that it feels like a proper island as such; and 6uE7h ir He has had work selected for and exhibited at the Royal Scottish for us it wasn’t just a ‘tourist’ island, but people lived and worked hhvyhiyrs yphy Society of Painters in Watercolour (RSW) and Royal Scottish here.” yrhqCh i Academy (RSA) exhibitions at the National Gallery for Scotland, Anthony continued: “It was the landscape and the light to WvrBhyyr Edinburgh and the Royal Society of Marine Artists (RSMA) and begin with that inspired me to paint up here – and that’s never s Ey! ' Discerning Eye exhibitions at the Mall Galleries, London. changed. Even driving through different areas of Lewis, the He also supplies prints and greeting cards to shops and galleries throughout the U.K. His original paintings are in private landscape differs so much, I’m never stuck for inspiration.” collections in the U.K, Europe, U.S.A and Australia. Publication date: Monday 20 August 2018 His love of islands took over in 1994 with a move to the Isle of Drawn to the Edge: A Lewis and Harris Sketchbook Lewis, where he and his wife settled at Port of Ness. by Anthony J Barber - paperback £7.99; hardback £12.99 02/08/18 - 05/09/18 www.hebevents.com EVENTS SECTION FIVE - Page E7

Award-winning bakery range Made by a team of skilled craft bakers in Stornoway

Tel: 01851 702733 www.stagbakeries.co.uk Stag Bakeries… modern and traditional tag Bakeries is a family- In addition to bread, Stag makes a Srun craft bakery based in wide range of daily goods including Stornoway with a heritage going rolls, pancakes, scones, savouries and confectionary, along with made- back to 1885. to-order celebration cakes for special Although the business is now occasions. modern, many things have not The bakery still runs its mobile changed since those early days with shop on Lewis too, providing skilled people, traditional recipes and groceries to customers in rural areas. time-honoured methods still at the heart of every product that is made at Stag also supplies products to the the bakery on Cannery Road. UK mainland and beyond with the Seaweed biscuit range proving very Stag specialises in producing popular in these markets. Launched artisan biscuits and snacks along with in 2013 and taking inspiration from an extensive range of morning goods. the bakery’s island location, the On the island, the bakery is Seaweed Water Biscuit variety was probably best known for its Plain awarded the Best Scottish Speciality Loaf which still proves popular after Award and the Nigel Barden Heritage all these years. Award in that same year. 2007-18…a Harris Tweed odyssey!

arris Tweed Hebrides was founded in 2007 in response important to us, but it is crucial to the status of the fabric that we Hto a crisis which threatened the future of the Harris continue to work with top-end clients who add to the richness Tweed industry. and diversity of Harris Tweed’s reputation.’ At that time the company purchased the Shawbost Mill which Ian Angus has led the company from its inception along with had previously been closed; mill departments were extensively principal investor, Ian Taylor, and HTH chairman, Brian Wilson, refurbished and production was re-established by early 2008. who said: “It has been a great journey and a credit to everyone involved. Now the company employs more than 70 staff and provides “The age proﬁ le of weavers and mill-workers has been year-round work for more than 120 independent Harris Tweed transformed, new markets opened up and Harris Tweed now has weavers. a great future as well as a glorious past”. Over the past decade, Harris Tweed Hebrides has won Harris Tweed Hebrides has recently completed a £3million numerous awards for both the quality of its product and for investment project at the Shawbost Mill and is now one the exporting. largest private sector employers in the Outer Hebrides. Around two thirds of output goes overseas with Japan, The challenge of creating and sustaining valued rural Germany, Italy and North America as the biggest markets. employment, focused around the islands’ most iconic global Chief Executive Ian Angus Mackenzie said: “Every client is brand Harris Tweed, remains a key driver for the company. \ ! " # " ! $ ! %& ! " # " ! $ EVENTS SECTION FIVE - Page E8 www.hebevents.com 02/08/18 - 05/09/18

STORNOWAY BLACK PUDDING

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n returning from the Second World War, OCharles Menendez Macleod, known locally as Charlie Barley, opened the butcher shop at Ropework Park, Matheson Road on 30th June 1947. Charles Macleod soon became an established local butcher, where Lewis people could buy the high quality meat produced from his farm at Crobeag in South Lochs. Following Charles untimely passing in 1967, his two young sons Iain and Charlie took over the running of the shop. 2017 marked 70 years trading for the Macleod Family and the butcher shop is now run by the by the third generation of Macleod’s – Ria, Shona and Rona. Over the decades Charles Macleod Ltd has become widely recognised as the home of the famous Stornoway Black Pudding. It is with gratitude and thanks to the local support and valued custom over the last 71 years, that we look forward to many more! Follow us: Instagram @charliebarleys1947 Facebook @Charlie Barleys Twitter @CharlieBarleys Ria, Shona and Rona pictured in the Charles Macleod shop Bookshop’s Christian lure for visitors from afar

tornoway has an unusual and growing attraction for offer support for growing in the Christian life, and also daily Stourists and visitors…its Christian bookshop! devotionals.” Since September 1951, the Stornoway Religious Bookshop So vast is the selection of stock housed by the Stornoway has served the Christian community of Lewis and Harris where Religious Bookshop, they have a separate store ‘jam-packed’ it has a loyal customer base that ensures it is the best of its kind with items not on public display. anywhere in the north of Scotland. “If you don’t see something you’re after, don’t just assume But it is also a lure for tourists and visitors who are increasingly we don’t have it,” said Moira. “It could be that it’s through in unable to fi nd similar bookshops in their home areas. They the store. And we can always order books, as long as they are also look for specifi cally Island or Gaelic matters, such as those of a Christian theme.” And they are always searching for more related to the great religious revivals on the islands, and they love suppliers as there are continued changes in the market and CDs of Gaelic psalms. the falling number of religious bookshops on the mainland is affecting the range supplied by wholesalers. And Island families living away often return to the shop to make the most of its extensive range of purely Christian cards Managing the venture day-to-day for more than 17 years has For the Stornoway Religious Bookshop, children are highly- and related products. been Moira Macpherson. “All of our profi ts after running costs go valued customers, and the shop stocks a whole wall full of activity towards Christian charities, locally, nationally and internationally. books, puzzle books, DVDs, and CDs, all Christian-themed. The shop is also anxious to get ‘on the road’ and run pop-up We also sponsor a little girl in India and pay for her education The shop also provides books for Sunday school prizes, Sunday shops or stalls at island events, recently providing a stall at a and school fees.” service arranged by the Salvation Army and held at St Columba’s school teaching materials, Christian conferences, and they for around 200 guests from a visiting Norwegian tourist ship. Inside the shop are a vast array of different items for sale, from regularly hold book stalls at missions or evangelistic rallies. cards and books to pictures, household items such as chopping CDs by local artists are sold for no profi t, and you can also fi nd Last Christmas they held stalls inside a couple of the old boards, stationery, bookmarks, toys, keyrings, ornaments, Christian jewellery, DVDs, gift bags, Christian tissues, and even people’s homes in Stornoway – and they have travelled as far coasters – as well as a great range of Christian-themed literature Christian-themed sweets with Biblical texts on the wrappers. as Uist and Tarbert in Harris in the past to take part in sales. and study guides. Organisers who feel their events would benefi t from adding a And of course, there is a massive section devoted to Bibles, “Our cards are a massive part of our business,” said Moira. bookshop stall are welcome to contact the shop. featuring study Bibles, daily devotional Bibles, and Bibles for “We sell all sorts of cards, all with a Christian message, for all children of all ages. Otherwise, the shop has not moved far since it was established sorts of occasions. Our biographies and Christian testimony by the late Rev Roderick Macdonald – it is now in its third books are the most popular books. “By shopping at the Stornoway Religious Bookshop, you are location on Kenneth Street (No. 30), having previously been supporting the local economy and helping Christian work to “We also stock a range of commentaries for people who are based at numbers 6 – where the library now is - and 18, behind continue both locally and further afi eld,” added Moira. what used to be Murdo Maclean’s. studying, and we have a section on Christian fi ction, which a lot of people aren’t aware of. “If we were to have a mission statement, it would be that The shop is run by a board of trustees and has three part-time everything we sell would be a blessing to the person who “And then we have a range of books on Christian living, which members of staff. receives it.”

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