image0 (2) 'Gie me a word' - Mary Irvine interviews debut author Evelyn Lawrie Where were you born/brought up? I was born and brought up in Bonhill in 1936. I went to Bonhill Primary and then the Vale of Leven Academy. I then attended the West of Scotland Commercial College in Glasgow. I married a local man and we had three children. When Clydesider Editor • Creative
Nuthatch BP 4 Walk This Way: The Nuthatch - A Sight to Behold Words & Photo by James C. Duncan With its unique call, dashing black eyestripe and unusual agility, the little nuthatch is a sight to behold! February is a good month to find a nuthatch, as they are noisy at this time of year and the trees are bare. The south Clydesider Editor • Environment
Volunteer Opportunities “Feeling part of something really useful. Helping me and fellow citizens find a sense of connection and maybe inspiring some to take part in more local events and activities.” Our volunteers come from all walks of life and lend a hand in many ways. They write articles, take photos, design Clydesider Editor • Clydesider News
cheese & ham toastie 1 Where’s Good for Food? Words & photos By Jenny Watson One of my favourite local places for good food is the Pavillion Café in Levengrove Park, Dumbarton. Enjoying wholesome, tasty treats in a vibrant setting helps me relax and be thankful for living in such a beautiful part of the world. On my last Clydesider Editor • Good Food
brendan 2 Value in Volunteering - Brendan Ashton Words and photo by Angela Clark A well known quote by Saint Francis of Assisi says “for it is in giving that we receive.’’ That has certainly been the philosophy of Brendan Ashton from Dalmuir who has been volunteering his time for the past 47 years. His thoughts of others Clydesider Editor • Uncategorised
55dfbf_313b42472ed94ca28c4059de584b5720_mv2_d_1800_1800_s_2 Frequently Asked Questions – The Big Disability Group Q. Who can you offer support to? A. We support anyone with a disability or long-term health condition. We work predominantly in West Dunbartonshire and surrounding areas but do deal with enquiries from anywhere in Scotland. Q. My son has autism and would like to find out what is available Clydesider Editor • Health & Wellness
