Looking for things to do in Kirkcaldy?

Now that we’re all on the come-down from the Royal Wedding, having joined together with the nation, glued to out tellies to see what Kate Middleton’s dress looked like and what famous people were there, we’re all wondering what to do with our long weekend.

So, here are a few options I’ve gleaned after careful collecting:

Saturday Cafe

It’s Saturday, so the Cafe at 191 is on, as always.  Free, fun, and full of life, it’s not to be missed! (10-noon)

Fife Ramblers

They’re going to Peebles to see Glen Sax and walk the circular route.  Lifts are provided and if you want more information, speak to Brian – 01592 784 553.  Should be good!

The Beach

Head down to Ravenscraig with a picnic, or wander along the Coastal Trail to the tower at Seafield!  With the weather being so glorious and the tides being favourable, it’s a wonderful, free way to spend an afternoon or a day for anyone of any age.  Say hello to the friendly seals if you see them!

Advance notice of Art workshops

Want to try your hand at something creative?  Not sure you want to invest the money for all of the lessons and materials required to be an artist?  There are 116 places for FREE art sessions in May throughout Fife.  If you want to book a place, phone 01592 583213.  (Call sooner to reserve your place)

There is NO Breastfeeding Cafe on Monday, however.  They are taking the week off and enjoying the bank holiday, too.

St. Clair Street Toddlers IS happening on Thursday May 5th, though.  Not all schools are being used as polling places, so we’re going ahead like normal.

(Completely out of the area, but if you’ve got  few pennies to spend, I HIGHLY recommend seeing “The One Man Star Wars Trilogy” in Glenrothes at Rothes Halls on Thursday, 5 May.  I saw this show a couple of years ago at the Edinburgh Fringe and have never had so much fun in my life.  100% family safe.)

-Shanana

Things to keep you busy

Now that the Links Market has packed up and moved away for another year, the kids are back in school, and the world is as it should be (of sorts), there’s the inevitable let down and wonder “but what about THIS week?  Is there ANYTHING to do?”

Of course there are things to do!  Kirkcaldy may be small, but it’s always heaving with things to do.  Don’t believe me?  Have a look-see!

So, if you have small ones, there’s always our St. Clair Street Toddlers -Thursdays, 9:30am-11am.  Healthy snacks, good fun, plenty of toys, a sing song and lovely parents make it a grea morning.  Free for all parents and pre-school aged children.

Maybe seeing a difference in your community is more your thing?  What about coming along to the Gallatown East and Sinclairton Tennents and Residents Association.  Thursday evening, 6:30pm at 191.  They’re always looking for new people to show interest and to find out what things people want to see happening in the area.  Here’s a great chance to have your opinions aired and be taken seriously!

If you’re feeling a bit peckish and want some new walls to look at, come along to the Saturday Cafe, 10am-noon on Saturday, as the name suggests.  Home Baking.  Teas.  Coffees.  Juice.  Friendly faces.  Everything’s Free.  What more could you possibly want in life?

For the politically-minded of you, hustings for the upcoming MSP elections are taking place at Newcraigs Evangelical Church, Forres Drive, 7pm Thursday evening.  Come ask questions, catch anyone trying to not answer questions, and make up your mind about who to vote for.

There’s some (free!) Easter festivities happening at the Strathearn Hotel (Wishart Place) from noon-7pm on Easter Sunday – egg hunts, face painting, and a bouncy castle!  How much fun does that sound – just bring yourself and your family!

For those who have a couple of pounds to spend, I highly recommend the Easter celebrations at the Ecology Centre (Kinghorn – on the 7 Bus route, 11am-2pm).   There will be games, egg decorating, paper crafts, quiz and a prize draw for an Easter prize!  £2.50 per person.

Not to mention our own John Johnstone will be preaching a doozie of a sermon about Jesus’ resurrection on Sunday, for anyone who wants to celebrate Easter the old fashioned (and my favourite) way.  11am, Sunday morning.  Bring friends and invite anyone who you may not have had the chance to before.  As with every Sunday, there will be coffee, tea, and home baking to enjoy with friends and time to make new ones!!

Whew, all that, and in one weekend!  Who says nothing ever happens here?

-Shanana

School Holidays

Today, the schools break for two weeks.  We here at KFC pay a lot of attention to the school calendar.  Fortunately, though, only one of our events is affected by these dates.  Please remember that there is NO ST. CLAIR STREET TODDLERS until Thursday, April 21st.  We’ll miss you all, but look forward to seeing you in a few weeks, bright-eyed, bushy-tailed and ready to run the volunteers ragged!

There will also be no Sunday School, but creche will still be offered on Sunday.

The Saturday Cafe and Breastfeeding Cafe will continue on unaffected.  If you’re looking for a bit of support and good chat while the kiddos are at home, come along, and bring them too!

 

-Shanana

But some good news to go with it

If you don’t want to join in the statistics, get yourself down to the Credit Union and start saving!

• Tuesday: 2.00pm to 3.00pm  –  Templehall Local Services Centre

  Thursday: 1.00pm to 2.00pm  –  Kirkcaldy Methodist Church, St Clair St (1 door down from Rejects)

  Thursday: 2.00pm to 3.00pm  –  Burntisland Local Services Centre, High Street, Burntisland

   

  -Shanana

Spring Forward!

It’s that time of year, again!  Please remember to set your clock ahead an hour on Saturday night, or else we’ll miss you at church!

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