Rotary Club of Kilsyth Photo Galleries

Wrap up Lanarkshire

Wrap up Lanarkshire

Rotakids at St Patrick’s helped sort out jackets and coats for Wrap up Lanarkshire.

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Senior Citizens' Concert

Senior Citizens' Concert

We're back indoors this year for the annual concert, this time in Burns and Parish Church hall. We are grateful to our entertainers - Slainte, The Silver Singers and Croy Silver Band.

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Young Technologist Competition

Young Technologist Competition

We hosted this competition again, with teams from various North Lanarkshire schools. Winners of the 3 levels levels were Chryston, Coltness and Kilsyth

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Friends & Family, Burns Night

Friends & Family, Burns Night

We celebrated Burns in our own way with contributions from guests and members. Rhona was presented with a deserved Paul Harris Fellowship and a club citation award for club achievements in 22-23. A most enjoyable evening.

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Murder Mystery

Murder Mystery

Another successful and enjoyable murder mystery night at the Golf Club.On this occasion it's a pirate theme.

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End Polio Now Afternoon Tea

End Polio Now Afternoon Tea

Once again we held a successful tea afternoon event at the golf club to raise funds for End Polio Now.

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Santa's Sleigh and Carol Concert

Santa's Sleigh and Carol Concert

Santa went round the area before arriving at Burngreen for the Carol Concert.

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Planting Crocus Bulbs at St Patrick's

Planting Crocus Bulbs at St Patrick's

It's crocus planting at St Patrick's Primary and some of our members are helping pupils. Purple crocuses for Rotary's End Polio Now campaign.

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Santa's Sleigh

Santa's Sleigh

Santa travelled round the area in his sleigh on Sunday evening.

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Remembrance Sunday 2023

Remembrance Sunday 2023

Wreaths were laid at the Kilsyth Memorial.

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Friends & Family -- Marion Menzies, Dress for Success

Friends & Family -- Marion Menzies, Dress for Success

Marion Menzies spoke about Dress for Success and Lynn Corrigan was inducted as a new member

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Rotary World Polio Day

Rotary World Polio Day

To mark Rotary World Polio Day, Kilsyth Academy, Anderson Church and Cottage hospital are lit up in purple.

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Young Philanthropist Competition

Young Philanthropist Competition

7 groups of S2 pupils at Kilsyth Academy representing different local charities research and presented their case in front of a judging panel. Winners this year was a group making the case for Cumbernauld and Kilsyth Care.

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Great Rotary Ramble & Bandanarama Dog Walk

Great Rotary Ramble & Bandanarama Dog Walk

Fundraising ramble and dog walk competition. Despite the wet weather, a number of walkers and dogs took part.

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Young Technologist Competition

Young Technologist Competition

Kilsyth Academy hosts west area zone of the Rotary competition.

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Friends & Family - Rhona Morrison, Antarctica, the icy wilderness

Friends & Family - Rhona Morrison, Antarctica, the icy wilderness

Alice was welcomed back as a new member and Rhona gave a talk about her Antarctic trip.

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Civic Week

Civic Week

We ran the tearoom in Burngreen Hall and had a plant stall.

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Santa's Sleigh and Carol Concert

Santa's Sleigh and Carol Concert

Santa's Sleigh finished in Burngreen in time for the annual Carol Concert. A large crowd enjoyed singing along to the music provided by Croy band.

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Christmas Fayre & Santa's Grotto

Christmas Fayre & Santa's Grotto

Burns & Old Parish Church Hall. Santa was there for the young ones, the tearoom was busy and craft stalls sold a range of gifts. Thanks to everyone who supported the event.

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Race Night

Race Night

Another fundraising, fun filled night at the races. Held at the Golf Club, everyone enjoyed the event.

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Santa's Sleigh

Santa's Sleigh

Our first venture with a Santa's Sleigh. It operated on Sunday and Monday nights. Thanks to Kilsyth Academy for helping with the sleigh and all who gave support.

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Friends & Family - Debbie Carmichael, The Whitechapel Murders

Friends & Family - Debbie Carmichael, The Whitechapel Murders

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.15

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Wrap up Lanarkshire 2022

Wrap up Lanarkshire 2022

This year, we had collections from a number of local sources including primary schools. Pupils at St Patrick’s Primary helped to sort coats into different categories.

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Fellowship - Katie Baumier, Global Scholar

Fellowship - Katie Baumier, Global Scholar

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.30

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Loch Katrine Sail

Loch Katrine Sail

Members, family and friends enjoyed a sail on Loch Katrine and afternoon tea.

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Friends & Family - Bake-off

Friends & Family - Bake-off

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.30

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Fellowship  - Mark Davidson, Job Talk

Fellowship - Mark Davidson, Job Talk

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.30

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Fellowship - Burns Night

Fellowship - Burns Night

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.30

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Friends & Family - Gert-Jan Dommelen, Endplasticsoup Zoom

Friends & Family - Gert-Jan Dommelen, Endplasticsoup Zoom

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.30

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Friends & Family - Festive Meal

Friends & Family - Festive Meal

Our festive meal where Tom Harkins was welcomed as honorary member. Coachman staff were presented with gratuities. We also welcomed staff from PacittiJones. After the meal we enjoyed a fun raffle and a game of Deal or No deal

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World Polio Day

World Polio Day

To commemorate World Polio Day and Rotary's Commitment to End Polio Now, Kilsyth Academy, Anderson Church and Victoria Memorial Hospital were lit up in purple, the colour of the End Polio Now campaign.

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Discover Rotary

Discover Rotary

We invited people from local businesses, schools and potential members to our Discover Rotary event to explain what Rotary is all about.

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RI Convention 2022 Houston

RI Convention 2022 Houston

4 members attended the Ri Convention in Houston

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Friends & Family Lynda Currie, Cooperating for a Fairer World

Friends & Family Lynda Currie, Cooperating for a Fairer World

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.30. New member Emma Wardrope was welcomed and we had an interesting talk from Lynda Currie.

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Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day

President Rhona presented a wreath on behalf of the club.

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Youth & Philanthropy Competition

Youth & Philanthropy Competition

4 teams of S2 pupils researched and presented the case for their chosen charities.

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Santa's Grotto

Santa's Grotto

Santa's Grotto took place the Parish Church hall. As well as Santa, Mrs Claus and supporting elves, we had a number of stall selling local arts/crafts items.

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WrapUp Lanarkshire

WrapUp Lanarkshire

We wrapped up our participation in this worthwhile scheme to recycle outdoor jackets and coats across the local community. Thanks to all involved in donating, collecting and distributing.

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 Business Meeting

Business Meeting

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.30

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Fellowship - Carlos Habiague - Entertainer

Fellowship - Carlos Habiague - Entertainer

Coachman at 6.30 , Zoom at 7.30

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Carol Concert

Carol Concert

Great turn out for our Carol Concert. Once again thanks to Croy Band and Alex Graham Catering for their contributions.

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Club Meeting Handover

Club Meeting Handover

Coachman at 6.30, Zoom at 7.30

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Walk for CHAS

Walk for CHAS

A number of club members took part in sponsored walks across the John Muir trail to raise money for CHAS.

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Clean-up in Kilsyth

Clean-up in Kilsyth

Members joined with others from Kilsyth Environmental Group to tidy an area near a local primary school and also a popular walking route

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World Polio Day

World Polio Day

We celebrated World Polio Day with Kilsyth Academy being impressively lit in purple to show our support and commitment to Rotary's End Polio Now campaign

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World Polio Day

World Polio Day

To mark World polio Day, we arranged for Kilsyth Academy and Anderson Church to be lit in purple.

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Mary's Meals

Mary's Meals

We sent a consignment of satchels for Mary's Meals schools abroad.

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Festival of Sport

Festival of Sport

We helped out at the Festival of Sport at Colzium. We assisted with parking and President David showed off Aquabox equipment.

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Crocus Display - End Polio Now

Crocus Display - End Polio Now

Crocuses that we have planted in various parts of the town over the years to mark Rotary's End Polio campaign provide a fine display.

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Technology Competition

Technology Competition

A record number of schools took part in this year's west zone district competition organised by the club and held at Kilsyth Academy. Winners of the senior competition was Kilsyth Academy with Dalziel HS winning intermediate and Chryston HS foundation.

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Christmas Night

Christmas Night

Lovely meal from Coachman, new member and presentation to Margaret Waugh and Coachman staff.

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Environment Group

Environment Group

Rotarians helped local Environment Group to plant pansies and spread bark in Burgreen park.

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Mary's Meals

Mary's Meals

We gave 65 satchels and a donation to Mary's Meals for their excellent work with schools abroad.

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RI Convention, Hamburg

RI Convention, Hamburg

President Elect David attended as did John Brown and his wife Margaret.

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A Christmas Lullaby

A Christmas Lullaby

Our annual outdoor carol concert couldn’t go ahead and we arranged a virtual alternative.These young musicians are commended for their commitment and enthusiasm. Special thanks to Fraser for organising

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Club Meeting - Handover

Club Meeting - Handover

Brad Ashton - Job of a Laughtime

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End Polio Now

End Polio Now

Prosecco, sandwiches and cakes were enjoyed in good company. Over £2k raised for EPN

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Taste of Burns

Taste of Burns

We enjoyed a taste of Burns. John Graham addressed the haggis.

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Carol Concert

Carol Concert

Our annual Carol Concert in Burngreen was well attended and a great success.

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On Call Africa

On Call Africa

This was one of most ambitious charitable undertakings.

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Kidsout 2019

Kidsout 2019

Once again we arranged for a group of pupils from Glencryan School to enjoy a day at the Safari Park.

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Charity Golf Tournament

Charity Golf Tournament

Our annual Charity Golf Tournament took place once again at Kilsyth Golf Club raising money for charities. We are grateful to those who make it a success, especially participants and sponsors

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Civic Week

Civic Week

Once again we played a role by running a tearoom, a plant stall and demonstrating Aquabox. We also entertained the crowds with Dignity's organ.

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Cocktail Social

Cocktail Social

Members, guests and potential members enjoyed an evening of fun and fellowship while learning about and sampling some cocktails

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Charity Dinner

Charity Dinner

Our Annual Dinner raised over £4000 for Charities.

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Technology Competition

Technology Competition

27 teams from the Lanarkshire area took part in the District Technology Competition.Winning teams came from Dalziel HS, Greeenfaulds HS and Kilsyth Academy

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Carol Service

Carol Service

Great turnout for our annual Carol Service. Thanks to Croy Silver band and Alex Graham for catering.

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Santa's Grotto

Santa's Grotto

We had a busy day at the Port Gallery at Auchinstarry where lots of local youngsters met up with Santa in his Grotto.

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Christmas Night

Christmas Night

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Friends & Family -  Selena Watson, Adult Mental Health

Friends & Family - Selena Watson, Adult Mental Health

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Handover

Handover

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Charity Dinner

Charity Dinner

Speakers George McNeill and Willie Allen entertained us.Excellent meal as usual provided by Coachman. Over £4000 raised.

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RI Convention, Toronto

RI Convention, Toronto

President Elect David Breton had a great time at the RI Convention this year

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Kids Out - Safari Park

Kids Out - Safari Park

A group of pupils from Glencryan School had a great day at Blair Drummond Safari Park. Thanks to Rotarians, staff and helpers who assisted on the day.

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Young Technologist Competition

Young Technologist Competition

Kilsyth hosted the annual District 1020 west zone Young Technology Competition at Kilsyth Academy.

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Charity Golf Competition

Charity Golf Competition

We held our annual charity golf competition on a glorious day. Just a threat of thunderstorm which thankfully didn't materialise. We are grateful to sponsors, supporters and participants. Everyone seemed to enjoy the event. This year's winners - Saskys.

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Kilsyth Gala Day

Kilsyth Gala Day

Rotary Kilsyth ran a very successful tearoom and plant stall once again. A busy day and a good turnout of members.

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Taste of Burns

Taste of Burns

The club held its annual Burns Night. It featured the address, Immortal Memory and music.

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Charity Dinner

Charity Dinner

Our annual Charity Dinner was held in the Coachman Hotel on November 18, 2016

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Handover Night - Willow Moon

Handover Night - Willow Moon

Reception AM Chalmers Grace J Fleming

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Canal Cruise

Canal Cruise

Rotarians, partners and friends enjoy a cruise and entertainment on a short cruise from Auchinstarry.

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Senior Citizens' Concert

Senior Citizens' Concert

Senior Citizens enjoyed tea, coffee and home baking and the excellent entertainment provided by Croy Silver Band.

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Charity Golf Tourament

Charity Golf Tourament

Now in its third year the event takes place at Kilsyth Golf Club. This year we had 48 competitors. Winners were Cross Butchers. Congratulations to them. We raised over £2k for charities. The support from Kilsyth Golf club and our supporters is appreciated

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Guide Dogs Scotland and presentation to Kilsyth Thistle Pipe Band

Guide Dogs Scotland and presentation to Kilsyth Thistle Pipe Band

Host R Truesdale Reception D Clelland Grace K Ramsay

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Young Technologist Competition

Young Technologist Competition

Kilsyth hosted the annual District 1020 west zone Young Technology Competition at Kilsyth Academy.

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Andy Pearson Travel Log

Andy Pearson Travel Log

Reception R Truesdale Grace B Craik Host J Mitchell

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Canal Cruise

Canal Cruise

Starting at Auchinstarry, Rotarians, family and friends head off for a cruise on the canal..

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 DG Lyndsay Craig

DG Lyndsay Craig

Reception B Craik Grace T Harkins Host K Ramsay

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Kids Out

Kids Out

A group of children from Glencryan School enjoyed a day out at the Safari Park.

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Charity Four Ball Tournament

Charity Four Ball Tournament

We ran another very successful Charity Golf Fourball Competition. The event raised over £2000. Dale Chalmers' winning team donated the £200 prize to the club. The weather was great and everyone had a great time.

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Rotary Club of Kilsyth Bake-off Competition

Rotary Club of Kilsyth Bake-off Competition

Pupils at Kilsyth Academy took part in in a bake-off competition.

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Jubilee for Rotarians

Jubilee for Rotarians

President Claire and two members visited St Peter's Square in Rome for the Jubilee for Rotarians

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Senior Citizen's Concert

Senior Citizen's Concert

The annual tea, home baking and concert for senior citizens at St Patrick's Hall

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Young Philanthropist Initiative

Young Philanthropist Initiative

Club member Pat Docherty was one of the judges

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Young Technologist Competition

Young Technologist Competition

Schools in the west zone of 1020 compete in a Technology competition at Kilsyth Academy hosted by Rotary Club of Kilsyth

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Burns Night

Burns Night

We celebrated Burns Night in traditional style at the Coachman Hotel

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Charity Dinner

Charity Dinner

Our annual charity dinner took place at the Coachman Hotel, Kilsyth, last year on October 30

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On Call Africa

On Call Africa

On Call Africa has a new ambulance. Money was raised by Kilsyth club with assistance from other clubs in the district and funding through Rotary Foundations grants. The new off-road vehicle has arrived in Zambia and is already in action.

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Canal trip

Canal trip

Rotarians, family and friends enjoyed a cruise on the Forth-Clyde Canal

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Handover Night

Handover Night

President Claire Walters receives the chain of office and Rotarian Lorna Crawford becomes our first female Paul Harris fellow

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Charity Golf Tournament

Charity Golf Tournament

The club organised its first ever Charity Golf tournament held on Friday June 5 at Kilsyth Lennox Golf Club. Monies raised will be directed to Rotary Foundation and End Polio Now. There was a good response with over 20 teams participating.

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Kilsyth Civic Week

Kilsyth Civic Week

Kilsyth Rotarians were out in numbers for the Civic Week Gala Day. Our plant stall sold a variety of bedding and hanging basket plants and , for the first time, we operated a successful tea room in Burngreen Hall.

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Senior Citizens' Concert

Senior Citizens' Concert

Tea/ coffee and baking following entertainment for local senior citizens groups. Entertainment was provided by Celtic Distractions who played a variety of music including folk and Scottish.

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Young Technologist Competition

Young Technologist Competition

Young Technologist Competition held in Kilsyth Academy on March 4,2015

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