May 16, 2013  In Activities, Special Events

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MACHAN TRUST DRAMA SHOW
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Its that time of year again!

The show is on the 3rd of June at 7pm at St Machans Church Hall

Our young people have been working on various performances that tell the story of Larkhall past and present. We initially worked together in workshops to explore different elements of Larkhall’s varied history and eclectic mix of people. The young people chose their areas of interest and developed these performances as a result. They proudly contributed to the writing and of every piece.

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FOR EVERYONE, NOT JUST PARENTS!
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This journey of Larkhall spans the...

 April 25, 2013  In Activities, Special Events

Monday 22 April saw the start of the Machan Trust Annual Spring Clean.  Young people and adult volunteers from all areas in Ashgill, Larkhall, Netherburn and Stonehouse are supporting our weeklong clean up in partnership with Keep Scotland Beautiful.  Armed with litter pickers, bin bags and gloves the young people have been cleaning up their local areas to make sure that our communities are safe and free from harmful waste. The young people are learning about the risks of litter and the risk of litter causing secondary fires.

 April 25, 2013  In Special Events

Eleven teenagers aged 13 – 17 and 4 adult leaders took part in a four day visit to Belfast to work in partnership with Youth Initiatives in Belfast during April. The visit to share experiences and to promote positive links between Larkhall and Belfast was funded by Sense Over Sectarianism and was the climax to a 6 month project involving over 200 young people from Holy Cross High School in Hamilton, Larkhall Academy and the Machan Trust.

The young people enjoyed workshops in music, history, photography and drama and used a variety of these media to create personal projects which dealt with the issue of sectarianism...

 March 23, 2013  In Special Events, Volunteering

On Friday 22 March part time youth worker and volunteer Jacqui Perrie was delighted to receive a Community Service Award at a reception held in South Lanarkshire Council HQ in Hamilton. Nominated by Councillor Peter Craig Jacqui’s commitment and enthusiasm in supporting young people in the local area was recognised and she received the award from Provost Eileen Logan.

 March 23, 2013  In Special Events

The Machan Trust was delighted to welcome MSPs Roseanna Cunningham and Christina McKelvie on Monday 18 March. Along with invited guests, Roseanna and Christina were entertained by children and young people from Holy Cross High School, Larkhall Academy and St Mary’s Primary School.

 March 23, 2013  In Special Events

Thanks to everyone who supported the Machan Trust fundraising Ladies Night on Friday 22nd March. We are delighted to have raised £422 on the night. Thanks to DJ Mark Allan for entertaining everyone and to Jacqui for organising the event.

 February 22, 2013  In About

The Board has overall responsibility for the Trust ( e.g. legal compliance, financial control) but also provides strategic direction, supports the management team and works alongside the Representatives Committee.  The members of the Board are:

Trustees

Dr Stuart Paton:  Chairman, Stuart was brought up and educated in Larkhall although he now lives in Perthshire.  He has worked for a number of oil companies and currently holds advisory roles in this industry.

Susan Anderson:  Susan lives in Glasgow and works for Aberdeen Asset Management in Edinburgh.  She brings a wealth of financial and managerial experience.

Carol Crombie:  Carol has been a Trustee for a number of years.  She is the Treasurer and plays a critical role in the ongoing running of the Trust.

Nick Kyle:  Nick has also...

 January 30, 2013  In Volunteering

Sarah Dunne receiving her Summit Award from the Provost. Sarah received this award for her outstanding contribution to the Machan Trust. Sarah has completed over 500 volunteering hours. Thanks for all your hard work Sarah!

 January 30, 2013  In Volunteering

The Volunteers who received their Saltire Awards from South Lanarkshire Provost.

 January 24, 2013  In Activities