‘Muir‘Muir Matters’Matters’ April 5th 2005 Issue 1: Tuesday 5th April 2005 30 pence Win an ‘Muir Matters’ is born today Executive Box ‘Muir Matters’ is born today at ollowing the success of the leader, Maureen Thomson has her F ‗Make the Muir Matter‘, the hands firmly on the purse strings and Ross County conference held in September 2004 in Susan Bennetta is our secretary. in our the Ord Arms, a group of enthusiasts Wendy Stephen keeps the diary en- joined together to produce this News- tries and Muriel Mackay our blood- Prize letter. hound will chase everyone for their articles whilst Susan Wilson puts the Competition The object is to improve the commu- paper together. The above are ably nications in Muir of Ord and District; assisted by Ann Bell, Willy Ross and to try and reach all parts of the com- Would you like a chance to our ‗Mr Fixit‘ Bob Grant. win an afternoon at Ross munity and to include items of inter- County Football Club with an est for all ages. Our venture couldn‘t have succeeded executive box for four and without the help and support of Andy lunch with all the trimmings? A Newsletter needs news! Well you can, thanks to the Dorin Community Planning, Pamela generosity and support of Let us know about your club‘s aims Galbraith and Regional Ross County FC you can and aspirations, your news, your Council. enter our competition to de- sign a logo for this newsletter venue and dates of meetings. Are you that will feature on all future trying to recruit new members? Why Issues. not use us to promote your cause. Are The competition is open to all you planning a fund raising event? (under 18‘s must have parent Tell us about it. or guardians permission) and will be judged by someone As an individual living in the Muir from outwith the district. have you a tale to tell, a gripe to air or

 The entry must be a just have a need to put pen to paper? maximum size of 5 cm / We‘d love to hear from you. 2‖ square.  Have a relevance to Muir Meet the Gang of Nine Wendy Stephen & Maureen Thomson of Ord. Martha Chisholm is our intrepid  Can be either freehand or computer produced.  Can be in colour or black and white. How often will ‘Muir Matters’ appear and  All logos entries must be attached to the entry what will it contain? form on page 10 of this issue. nitially we envisage producing four Newsletters per year, but this will be I determined by You our readers and contributors. ‘Muir Matters’ In future issues we hope to feature regular items such as profiling a member of is supported the community, a crossword, the promotion of Club activities and fund raising by events. A letters column and updates from the Community Association, the Highland Regional Community Council and the New Hall Sub-Committee, plus much much more. Council You will also find a cartoon, a seasonal recipe, gardening tips, and a quiz to challenge your local knowledge. Page 2 ‗MUIR ‗Muir MATTERS‘ Matters‘ Issue 1 AA MessageMessage fromfrom JohnJohn FarquharFarquhar MunroMunro MSPMSP

n the past Muir of Ord had the proud distinc- as Muir of Ord to market, promote and sustain their tion of being the main focus of commercial communities for future generations. and agricultural activity in . His- torical records show that a large section of the I was pleased to attend the open day organised by IMuir of Ord economy was associated with the cattle ‗Make The Muir Matter‘ group and more recently I and sheep trade, many of which were brought visited their Photographic Exhibition in the Glen through from the west coast and Skye by the legen- Ord Distillery all of which clearly demonstrated the will and determination of the Muir community to dary drovers of the day. refocus and regenerate their village which will ad- and did not have the same dress the social, economic and environmental prob- prominence or commercial activity that they cur- lems that have been slowly but steadily encroach- rently enjoy which has been to the detriment of the ing on Muir of Ord. smaller towns and villages such as Muir of Ord. However there is now a new mood of optimism be- I am pleased to support the community to realise ing generated by dedicated groups in the areas such their aspirations to MAKE THE MUIR MATTER. Zebra Crossing: Helpful or Hazardous? Q. What do you get if you cross an elephant S ince the installation of the Zebra Crossing on with a fish? The Muir‘s High Street, many residents have found A. Swimming Trunks! themselves wondering just how safe it really is. Most pedestrians have at sometime or another had **** problems trying to cross due to a number of motor- ists who seem to ignore or are in ignorance of the Q. What do sea monsters Highway Code, which states quite clearly that driv- eat? ers must give way to pedestrians on a crossing, A. Fish and Ships! During school hours our children are able to cross safely because of Lollipop Warden Mrs McPhee, who does an excellent job of ensuring their safety. We have in the Muir people who do not care, Outwith school hours it becomes more like a game they let their dog Poo anywhere. of Russian roulette..! Do we ask youngsters and the If the £500 fine they may have to pay elderly to hover at the kerb, patiently waiting for drivers to stop or do we take our chance and step out would change their minds, I dare say! into the road hoping that they will? The poor dogs don‘t know they‘re doing wrong, A crossing on a busy main road leads the public to so lets get this sorted out before too long. believe that they may cross in safety, but is this the case in Muir of Ord? Then the pavements will be a clean place to walk a healthier place to stand and talk. Where walking down the street will be a treat, not somewhere where you have to Watch your feet!!! Minnie

Please let us have your points of view by letter at By the way...who lost this? Village Hall, Seaforth Road, Muir of Ord IV6 7TA Or Email us at [email protected] Found in the village deposited on the pavement. Issue 1 ‘Muir Matters‘ Page 3 A New Community Centre!

all the outcomes of the Conference Day on 11th September last year, none was more appar- ent than the opinion of the people of Muir of Ord, that a Community Centre/Hall was ur- Of gently required. No one was really surprised by this revelation as we have been talking about just that for a very long time. Some years ago a small group set out enthusiastically along the road to acquiring what the village wanted. A feasibility study was already in hand, local organisations were questioned and a ‗wish list‘ compiled, a site was agreed and ownership confirmed, architects were approached and one firm selected from a short list and in the course of time plans were drawn up. These were duly displayed as widely as possible, at clubs, in shop windows, in the library and at the Show. In fact to anyone interested enough to look at them. At this juncture progress ground to a halt. Why was this? The plans produced a plethora of alternative ideas. Of course, it would have been extremely helpful had those ideas been voiced before the plans were drawn up, as we then found that progress was halted whilst consideration was given to all the alternatives. In January of this year the ―New Hall Sub-Committee‖ with the full backing of the Community Associa- tion (the parent organisation) has now decided to move on. The services of a Project Officer are being sought, as we believe that the job of tracking down funding grants and applying for them is a job, which requires expertise and knowledge of the often laborious and circuitous routes required. Accordingly appli- cations are with R.A.C.E and other sources to find cash to pay for such a person‘s services, we are very hopeful! The chronic lack of facilities in Muir of Ord is now being publicly recognised. Don‘t despair! It has been a long road and there is still a way to go: but we will get there. I wish ‗Muir Matters‘ every success in their venture and will use their Newsletter to keep the community up to date on all aspects of The Hall‘ building progress. Ken Howie (Chairman)

Community Council (Tarradale) News Muir of Ord Over 60's Group ver the years Muir of Ord Community Council ow do you keep more than fifty over 60 year O has functioned at what we believe has been a H olds interested enough to sit in a small, reasonable level, but now it is thought that new classroom for two hours on chairs meant for pri- blood is required. mary children's posteriors? The CC‘s constitution allows for a quarter of its It sounds unlikely but we do! membership of twelve to retire each year on a rota On the third Wednesday of every month from Octo- basis and to seek re-election; this also gives an op- ber to May at 7 pm we meet in Tarradale Primary portunity to other members of the community to School, courtesy of H.C. Education Department. stand for election. Our group is now in its fourth year and is regularly Over the years this system has proved cumbersome attended by between 50 and 60 men and women of and seldom produced new faces. This method of "our vintage" who turn up to support the speakers working isn‘t favoured by the local authorities who who kindly give their time and expertise to us. would prefer a main election every three or four We also have ―a richt guid Day Oot" each June. years when all councillors would stand down. They If it sounds like fun...... come and join us. could then seek re-election if they wished thus al- Jim Thomson lowing more time for new members to submit their names for election. It is to be proposed with the ap- In the next publication of ‘Muir Matters’ proval of the HRC that such an election take place in the next few months (June/July) look out for our ‘Letters Page’. We hope that those willing to serve would put their This is your chance to tell us what you think of names forward when nominations are sought. No- this Newsletter. We invite you to express your tices will appear locally and in the press nearer the views on it’s good and bad points plus any points time. Donald Macrae (Chairman) you want aired about Muir of Ord and District. Page 4 ‗Muir Matters‘ Issue 1 Muir of Ord Scrabble Club

At the moment the Muir Scrabblers have 19 mem- bers who all enjoy the relaxed and easy atmosphere of the Club. We play at tables of three or four de- pending on the attendance. Although we all enjoy winning we don‘t take our games too seriously! Each week we pay a £1.00 entrance fee that in- cludes Tea & Biscuits and two-lunchtime soirée‘s a year: One at Christmas and another during the sum- mer. At regular intervals we give donations towards the New Hall building fund and the Pavilion up- grade, to date we have donated over £1,000.00. We are always on the lookout for new members, so why not come and join us? The Club meets every Monday at 2.00 pm in the Pavilion. For further in- formation contact Mrs Muriel Mackay on 01463 870917. Alex Collett - Photographer

News from the Playgroup

he Muir of Ord with HMI and Care Commis- We are looking forward to a Playgroup, funded sion Inspectors. It was a diffi- bright future during 2005 and by Local Authority cult task and although they are the prospect of offering a new and managed by still working hard to provide a degree of continuity at the play- THighland Pre -School Services better facility we are very grate- group is very exciting for every- were delighted to re-open the ful for the vast improvements body involved. playgroup on 23rd February so far. 2005 after a long and unavoid- A big thank you must also go to able closure. all the children, parents and Contact Mrs Angela Hewitt We would like to convey our staff who have been so patient Playgroup Manager thanks to the Hall Committee and stayed with us through who worked so hard to comply these difficult circumstances. 01463 871930

Hits Through the Decades is back again with Volume 11

The cast plan to take the audi- Tickets will be on sale soon cash to help towards the upgrad- ence on a musical journey from Wm Forbes and D & E ing of the Pavilion which is used through hits from the 1950‘s to Lyall . by the Outdoor Bowlers and the the present day. This musical Playgroup. Take cash on the extravaganza is scheduled for You are advised to buy tickets night for raffles, there will be sooner rather that later to avoid Wednesday 27th, Thursday 28th some fab prizes!!! and Friday 29th April at Tarra- disappointment. Mandy MacLean dale School. Hopefully this event will raise Issue 1 ‗Muir Matters‘ Page 5 TV & Radio Reception A Favourite Recipe

or years I have attempted to get an Chicken, Broccoli & Onion in a light F answer regarding the poor reception in Mayonnaise Cream Sauce the Muir of Ord area. In late January I received a letter from the 4 lb Pre-cooked roast chicken Department for Culture, Media & Sport in 1 Onion (Slice and cook slowly in butter) . (DCMS) Salt In a nutshell the details for the reception of 2 lb Broccoli (Preferably frozen) TV and Radio are as follows. Freshly ground black pepper 1) TV : Whilst no firm date for the Butter for greasing switchover to digital broadcasting has been 2 oz Butter (50 gm) set, Ofcom have indicated a date of 2009 for 2 oz Plain flour (50 gm) the Grampion Region. 1 rounded tbsp Curry powder However if you cannot wait that long B Sky 7 oz (200 gm) Tin Evaporated milk B have launched a free to view satellite 4 tbsp Mayonnaise option for those who do not wish to take a 2 tbsp Lemon juice subscription package. This will be a one off 2 oz (50 gm) Grated Cheddar cheese cost of £150. 2 small packets plain Potato crisps DCMS suggests you contact them on either 0870 606 1111 or visit their web site Put the broccoli into a saucepan of boiling salted water, and www.freesatfromsky.com boil until the stalks are almost tender. Drain and refresh 2) Radio : DCMS have stated that we in the under cold running water. Butter a wide, shallow 3-pint Muir can receive both National, ovenproof dish and arrange the drained broccoli and cooked Commercial and BBC National Digital onion in it. When the roast chicken is cold remove the skin Radio Braodcasts. and strip the meat into 2‖ strips. Spread the chicken meat evenly over the broccoli & onion. I suggest you visit Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour and curry www.digitalradionow.com for full details powder. Cook over a gentle heat for 1-2 minutes, and then and would also suggest you borrow a digital gradually stir in 1-pint (600 ml) chicken stock from the radio from a friend for trials at home before cooked roast chicken or 1 pint of liquid made with a chicken committing yourself to purchasing a set as stock cube. Stir until the sauce boils. Remove from the heat there are reception problems even with this and add the evaporated milk, mayonnaise (add slowly), new technology. lemon juice and the grated cheese, stirring until the cheese has melted. Check the seasoning and add salt and pepper if It is intended to publish the three page letter required. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the dish and from the DCMS on the ‗Muir Matters‘ Web sprinkle the surface with crushed potato crisps. Site. Over temperature: 180 C/ 350 F, Gas No. 4 Willie’s Position in oven: Centre Gardening Column Time in oven: Approx 30 minutes or until the sauce is just bubbling.  Don‘t plant seeds too early, they No of Servings: 6 need at least 7c to germinate.  Never sow beetroot until well into Maureen Thomson May or they will bolt.  Cut out all raspberry canes and tie Muir Church Services up new ones. Church of ; 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at  Plant early potatoes near the end Church. 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays at East Church, of April. Seaforth Road, 11.00 am. Evening Services at 6.30 pm in The next issue of ‘Muir Matters’ will be on East Church. sale on Monday 6th June 2005 Free Church; Weekly at 12 noon. Evening Services at 6.30 Priced 30p pm. West Road. Page 6 ‗Muir Matters‘ Issue 1 Youth Page Skate-Board Group The ages range from the very popular Under 12‘s who are looked after by Leonard Fraser and take part in all the school tournaments, right through to the Amateur team managed by Billy MacGruer. The Un- der 15‘s team, managed by Trevor MacFadyen & Kevin Forbes, the Under 17‘s team managed by Alan Brindle, make up the organisation. This year we‘ll be holding our annual ‗Flash of Tar- tan‘ and our ‗Black Isle Show Raffle‘ but as well as fund raising for the usual running costs we are work- ing extremely hard toward our goal of building new s from early March Muir of Ord has its own changing rooms for the teams. The Community Asso- A Skate-Board Group with a constitution and ciation have kindly leased to us a piece of land ad- bank account. The officers of the club are Nigel joining the old football pitch and we are hoping to get Campbell, Duncan Cromb and Frank Stephen. started soon. The steering group includes Maureen Morrison, Anyone who would like to give us a hand with fund Stephanie Glover and Jackie Youngson, in addi- raising, building the changing rooms or joining our tion to five of the skate-boarders. Robbie Russell, happy band of committee members would be warmly Youth Development Officer of the Highland welcomed. Council is the Group‘s adviser. Roller-bladers and We would like to take this opportunity on behalf of BMX bikers are included in the group. the players and committee to thank Muir of Ord for The initiative for the group comes from the ‗Make the amazing support we have enjoyed over the past 10 the Muir Matter‘ day back in September. A suc- years and hope that everyone will join us in our cele- cessful trial skate followed on December 11th on brations. the Curling Pond, by kind permission of The Curl- Frances MacGruer. ing Club. Twenty-three young people from pri- mary school age up to eighteen enjoyed the three- hour session. The event was supported by the Highland Council‘s Youth Development Officer Robbie Russell, who covers Mid Ross & Cro- marty. The most recent event was the trip to the Factory Skate Park in Dundee on March 12. Again thanks to funding from the Highland Council a coach load of youngsters had a very successful outing. The Muir of Ord Amateur‘s, coached by Bill MacGruer next event will be a sponsored skate on Saturday Photo by Alex Collett April 9th at the Curling Pond starting at 10.30 am. Members of the group will be coming round with 2nd Muir of Ord Guides sponsorship forms over the Easter weekend. part from school holidays we meet every Please support them so that we can have our own A Wednesday between 7.15 pm and 9.00 pm. facility in the future. Girls can start with the Guides from the age of ten. Muir of Ord Rovers F.C. We have approximately 18 girls at the moment who compete in various activities whilst working towards uir of Ord Rovers Football Club is one of ―Go for it‖ Awards. M the biggest clubs in the area and this year New Guides are always welcome to come we are celebrating our 10th anniversary. A com- along and join us. mittee of 25-30 oversee the running of the club, Janice Dunn is the Guide Leader, Lindsey Stein the manage the day-to-day business and organise all Assistant Guide Leader and both Leona Dunbar and the fund-raising required for upwards of 200 Rachel Burnett are Young Leaders. footballers. Issue 1 ‗Muir Matters‘ Page 7 Muir of Ord Environmental Group Fund Raiser Appointed

n what could be described as the most positive move to be made towards the acquisition of a I Muir of Ord Community Centre, a Community Resource Worker has been appointed.

Mr Sandy Anderson of Dingwall has been selected to advise and guide the Hall Committee on the com- plexities of identifying and making applications to funding sources for the project. A Former Head of Tourism for Highland Council, Mr Anderson has We at M.O.O.E.G are an extremely hard working vast experience in this field, and is at present in- group who do much to improve aspects within the volved in the Lochinver Community Centre which is village. We clear lochans, set up pathways and very similar to our own. organise tidy-ups within the village. Our meetings are held in the Pavilion at 7.30 pm. It is anticipated that Mr Anderson will also be in- on the 3rd Monday of each month. We invite volved in the conducting of a Feasibility Study and speakers on various topics such as local history, the formation of a Business Plan for the Community geology, archaeology and all aspects of our flora Centre. Both of those being required when applying and fauna. for funding from National and European sources. If you are interested in the environment please come along and muck-in. We are on the lookout Ken Howie for a new Chairperson, but everyone is welcome in Chairman of New Hall Sub-Committee. whatever capacity. Roddy Gollan. What’s on in The Muir Monday Bodybalance in the Village Hall @ 10 am ‘Letter to the Editor’ Scrabble in the Pavilion @ 2 pm Mother & Toddler Afternoon, Free Church Hall n behalf of the committee of the Muir of Ord Swimming Club (Age 8+) Contact 01463 870332 O and District Community Association I would Scottish Country Dancing, Village Hall @ 7.30 pm like to congratulate you and your committee for Tuesday the hard work and dedication in getting this News- Keep-fit Aerobics, Village Hall @ 10 am letter project started. Mother & Toddler Morning, Free Church Hall Art Group, Old School Building This Newsletter, I am sure, will prove a great asset Wednesday to the people of Muir of Ord and District and we Lunch Club, Village Hall 12 noon, Contact 870065 hope it will have a long and successful run. As Walking Group meet in the Square @ 2 pm many things are happening in the village at this Brownies, Guides, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts time we believe this Newsletter will prove to be Thursday the best way of keeping residents up to date with Egyptian Belly Dancing, Village Hall @ 10 am what is going on. Friday Aerobics, Village Hall @ 10 am We wish you and your committee all the very best Challengers for Academy Age, Tarradale Hall @ for the future. 7.30 pm - 9.15 pm Saturday David H Henderson Art Group, Old School Building (Chairman, Community Association). Indoor Bowling, Village Hall @ 7 pm Page 8 ‗Muir Matters‘ Issue 1 The Really Really Useful Page !

Train Times to and from Bus Times to and from Library Opening Hours The Muir The Muir Monday Muir of Ord to Inverness Muir of Ord to Inverness 10 am – 12..30 pm Monday to Saturday Monday to Friday 2 - 5 pm and 6 - 8 pm 7.57, 9.30, 10.01, 2.03, 3.41.7.27 & 7.46 6.40, 7.15 & hourly from 8.05 to Thursday Sunday 3.31 & 5.21 17.05, 18.13, 19.17, 20.17, 22.17, 23.45 10 am - 12.30 pm plus 10.35 via Tore & and 6 - 8 pm the Retail Park Saturday Friday 6.40, 8.16 then as Mon/Fri 2 - 5 pm but excluding 10.35 Sunday Telephone/Fax 01463 870196 11.42, 13.42, 15.42, 17.42,19.42 Inverness to Muir of Ord Inverness to Muir of Ord Telephone Numbers Monday to Saturday Monday to Friday Councillor Chisholm 7.21, 8.53, 10.55,11.27,5.35, 6.00 Hourly from 7.45 to 15.45 then 16.00 01463 871681 Sunday 10.55 & 6.30 (NSD), 17.00, 18.00, 19.30, 21.00 and [email protected] Muir of Ord to Dingwall 23.00 plus 12.15, 14.35 *** Monday to Saturday Saturday Council: Refuse Collection 7.40, 9.12, 11.14, 11.46, 5.54 & 6.23 Hourly from 8.45 to 15.45 then 17.00, 01349 863381 Sunday 11.14 & 6.49 18.00, 19.30, 21.00 & 23.00 *** Dingwall to Muir of Ord Sunday Dingwall Leisure Centre Monday to Saturday 10.00, 12.00, 14.00, 16.00 & 18.20 01349 864226 7.49, 9.22, 9.52, 1.55, 3.33, 7.19 & 7.38 *** Sunday 3.23 & 7.13 ‗Handy Person Service‘ 01349 884774 Shopmobility Want to contact us? 01463 717624 & 01349 866040 Here we are *** Doctor‘s Surgeries ‗Muir Matters‘ Strathlene, Muir of Ord 01463 870843 Village Hall Croyard Rd, Beauly 01463 782794 Seaforth Road Muir of Ord to Dingwall Dingwall Med. Group 01349 863030 Muir of Ord Monday to Friday Aird Practice, Beauly 01463 782214 IV6 7TA Hourly from 8.23 to 16.23 then 16.35 *** Telephone 01463 870822 or (NSD), 17.40, 18.44, & 21.44 plus 12.50 Hospitals Email [email protected] and 15.10 Raigmore - 01463 704000 Saturday Ross Memorial - 01349 863313 Hourly from 9.23 to 16.23 plus 17.40, ‗NHS 24‘ - 08454 24 24 24 18.44 & 21.44 Coming soon Sunday www.muirmatters.co.uk 10.35, 12.35, 14.35, 16.35 & 18.55 Dingwall to Muir of Ord Monday to Friday 8.50, 9.45, 10.15, 10.50, 11.50, 12.45, 13.50, 14.50, 15.50, 16.50, 17.58, 19.05 Whist we welcome letters to ‗Muir & 22.05 ‗Muir Matters‘ - 01463 870822 Matters‘ we reserve the right to alter or Saturday *** amend them as we deem necessary. 7.56, 9.45, 10.50, 11.50, 12.45, 13.50, Police - 01463 870222 Please send any correspondence along 14.50, 15.50, 16.50, 17.58, 19,01 & *** with your name, address and telephone 22.01 Post Office - 01463 870250 number to the above address, or email: Sunday *** [email protected] 11.31, 13.31, 15.31, 17.31 & 19.31 Service Point - 01463 870201

*** From 29th November 2004 Schools Dingwall Academy - 01349 863071 While every care is taken to ensure accuracy, the editors of ‘Muir Matters’ take Mulbuie - 01349 861289 no responsibility for errors or inaccuracies of articles submitted. Tarradale - 01463 870484 Issue 1 ‗Muir Matters‘ Page 9 Ross-shire Versus Inverness-shire Muir Gardens Grow on You

o we in the Muir want to be part of a ‗super- Saturday, May 21st D ward‘ controlled by Inverness? 1.00 – 5.00p.m. Who do we prefer to be allied with, Dingwall or Ticket, Map, Tea with home baking £3.00 Beauly? Village Hall, Seaforth Road Our local councillor is at the moment dedicated to serving the needs of Muir of Ord, do we want this This event was so popular last year we are holding it to change? Living in our midst he is uniquely again, showing several of the many and varied gar- placed to know our needs and aspirations. Do we dens in the Muir. want to lose this personal touch and replace it with We would like to thank the enthusiastic gardeners three or four unknown remotely based councillors? who have already offered to open their gardens, the What is the point of this proposed change and generous offers of baking and help for the day. what are the benefits, if any, to the Muir? If you would like to share your garden or take part in Is it change for change sake or is it part of a bigger any way, we would be very pleased to hear from yet unknown plan by the Scottish Parliament? you. Will Inverness gleefully grab the planning oppor- After expenses, all proceeds will be given to the tunity to impose still more housing and perhaps Community Association Pavilion Refurbishment retail parks/centres between Beauly and the Muir Fund to help towards ongoing work. given that they are running out of building land? Please come along, you can be assured of an interest- When looking at boundary changes wouldn‘t a ing and enjoyable afternoon. more sensible solution be to bring Beauly into Ross-shire using the end of the Beauly Firth as the natural boundary? If you are for or against the proposed changes Christine Hammond don‘t just sit back and imagine they will go away, 01463 870077 have your say now. Write to our letter page with your ideas, sugges- tions and comments. Outdoor Bowling Club Susan Wilson he new season commences on Saturday 23rd Diary Dates T April at 2 pm. A welcome is extended to new members and any young boys and girls from 10 April 9th Sponsored Skate, Curling Pond years upwards. @ 10.30 am There are bowls available and any flat soled shoes

will suffice for the first few games. You will be al- April 23rd Bowling Green Opening @ 2 pm lowed three trial games to decide if you wish to join. April 27th, ‗Hits Through the Decades, Coaching is available, so no worries. 28/29th in Tarradale School Hall Just come along and give it a go and ‗Roll a Bowl’.

May 2nd SWRI Village Hall @ 7.30 pm Barbara Gordon (Homemade Chocolates)

May 19th Coffee Morning, in aid of Epilepsy Research @10 till 12 noon in Tarradale Hall.

May 21st Garden Open Day @ 1.00/5.00 pm Tickets & Teas in Village Hall

May 27th Muir of Ord Rovers Dancing to ‗Solo Venture‘ BYOB to Village Hall Alex Collett, Photographer Page 10 ‗Muir Matters‘ Issue 1 Competition Page

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11 12 Signed…………………………………….. 13 14 For a chance of winning a £10.00 Book Token fill in the above form and send it with the completed grid (Photocopies not Accepted) to ‘Muir Matters’ Prize Cross- 15 16 17 word, Village Hall, Seaforth Road, Muir of Ord, IV6 7TA Entries must be received by 29th April 18 19 2005. 20 21 The first correct entry drawn will win the prize. Answers and winner‘s name will be published in our next issue.

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Across Down 1. Sir Roderick Impey……. born Tarradale House 1792 (9) 4. Cuts on the High Street maybe? 7 2. Local footballers could be wanderers. 6 7. Coinneach Odhar also known as? 6,4 3. Flamboyant building contractor, best known for Hydro Schemes and Tay Road Bridge. 6,5 10. Local red stone. 9 5. Before two. 3 11. A long shawl or blanket-like outer wrap of woollen fabric. 5 6. You wouldn't buy oatcakes anywhere else! 6 13. Muir of Ord to -—— line opened in 1894. 8 8. Girls name could be bonny and purple. 7 15. Another name for Mountain Ash. 5 9. The Harper's —--. 5 16. Not the beginning. 3 11. Scottish breakfast dish. 8 20. Neighbouring village. 6 12. River home to freshwater pearl mussels. 5 21. They were 'sloe' to produce this liqueur. 7 22. Little sprites or American cakes. 8 14. Is this little bird in the Post Office? 5 23. 'Never sins' in this city. 9 17. Scottish name for dagger. 4 24. Originally built by William the Lion in 1179. 9 18. Uisge beatha made locally. 4,3 25. Team game played with sticks and nerves of steel..!! 6 19. Plenty of these stationed here in WW2. 8 26. This club is always stuck for words! 8 20.' Bevy wins' at 3431 ft. 3,5

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