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We are in no way affiliated or supported by Renfrewshire Council who seem to at every turn try their hardest to hamper our best efforts to promote the town.

There are no minimum terms but even just coming on board and saying you agree or like what we are doing then please drop me an email using our contact page by pressing here.

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Renfrewshire Council for Voluntary Services (RCVS) is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to help community and voluntary groups in any way we can for the greater good of Renfrewshire’s citizens. From securing funding, training staff and running events to handling payrolls, printing and the creation of promotional films, we aim to help local groups no matter what their needs are. We have a new website with the services we can offer and the ways we can work together for the better of all. It can be found at:    http://rcvs.synthasite.com

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The Paisley Christmas lights were switched on today by none other than X-Factor winner Leon Jackson and Scottish singer Sandi Thom, of course Paisley on the web were around town today taking various pictures of some interesting sites and wonderful lights and fireworks.

We have to hand it to the organisers of the event and for the weather staying so good, it has been the best Christmas light switch on for many years.

We have started uploading loads of the images from today to the gallery (click here to go straight to the gallery) hope you enjoy them.

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Don’t forget this Saturday is the big switch on for the Paisley Christmas lights 2008.

It is an all day event starting at 10am till 5.30pm in Paisley town centre with the lights being switched on by no other than X factor winner Leon Jackson and also starring at the event will be Sandi Thom who will be on stage from 2.45.

Events for the day are as follows:

• 10am - 5pm Craft Fair in County square
• Accord Hospice inflatable fun day 10am - 5pm at Paisley town hall
• Street entertainment at 12 noon
• Santa’s parade at 12 noon in Gilmour street
• Radio clyde stage starts at 2.30pm
• Sandi Thom 2.45
• Leon Jackson will be performing at 4.15
• Christmas Lights switch on will be 4.15pm

Lets hope the weather is kind and that everyone has a safe and happy time…

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A Poppy for your mobile

The ever-popular Poppy Download returns for this year’s Poppy Appeal. Make a £1.50 donation using your mobile phone by texting Poppy to 80848, of which 90p goes to the Poppy Appeal (excluding Virgin), and you’ll receive a poppy for your mobile phone wallpaper. Just text POPPY to 80848. Tell your friends!

You can also make a donation via mobile internet at m.poppy.org, with a choice of £1.50, £3.00, £5.00 and £10.00 donations with an option to add Gift Aid.

Service provided by The Royal British Legion, Customer Service, 0844 884 5050. By using this service you agree that we may contact you for future campaigns, unless you send STOP to 80848. Suitable for WAP enabled phones only. Not available on i-phones.

PoppE

Show your support by adding a message of support to the bottom of each email you send. This year individuals as well as companies can register. Visit www.poppe.poppy.org.uk.

Buy The X Factor Finalists’ Hero single

The 12 finalists of the popular TV programme The X Factor have produced a cover version of Mariah Carey’s 1993 hit Hero and proceeds from its sale will be divided equally between Help for Heroes and the Poppy Appeal. So look for a copy in your nearest Woolworth, Tesco, Asda or Sainsbury’s, as well as music retailers such as Zavvi and HMV or order the single online.

Auctionair online auction room

Bidding for the specially designed Poppy Brooches has closed but there are other bargains available. The Royal British Legion Auction Room, operated by Auctionair, has a hand picked selection of items and £1 for every bid is donated to the Poppy Appeal.

Poppy Bond - save and donate

Coventry Building Society has teamed up with the Poppy Appeal to bring you a great way of earning interest on your savings, while at the same time helping current and former members of Britain’s Armed Forces and their dependants. When you open your Poppy Bond everyone benefits. You’ll receive a competitive rate of 6.25% AER/gross pa fixed until 31 December 2009 and the Coventry will make a donation equal to 0.25% of the balances invested direct to the Poppy Appeal. This donation is in addition to the interest you’ll earn. So, for example, if you invest £20,000, we’ll make a donation of £50. Apply for a Poppy Bond now.

Give a virtual poppy on Facebook

Raise awareness of the Poppy Appeal by giving poppies to your Facebook friends. You can add the application to your own Facebook profile by visiting: http://apps.facebook.com/poppies/

Make a Donation

Buy a poppy from a Poppy Collector during the Remembrance period or make a donation to the Poppy Appeal online. Click here for more details.

Support our Campaign

The Royal British Legion is calling on Government to increase payments to elderly people below the poverty line. Find out how you can help at http://www.returntorationing.org.uk/.

Give your Time

Become a Poppy Collector, a volunteer caseworker, a hospital/housebound visitor or participate in fundraising events. Click here to find out more.

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Thursday 6th November 2008
Hannah and Harvey, Paisley Arts Centre, Hannah’s world is her bedroom; she loves to paint and dream. Dad doesn’t know what to do - until one day he arrives in a big rabbit shaped package. Tel 0141 887 1010 or visit www.renfrewshire.gov.uk for further information. 7pm tickets £8.50 conc £5

Friday 7th November 2008
Neil Wilson, Carrick Centre, Houston, Tickets are available at the door on the night. Tel: 01505 690907. Further details log on to www.neilwilsontheguitarist.com 8pm tickets £8 conc £7

Friday 7th November 2008
A Tribute in Poem and Song,
Paisley Abbey,
Choral works and poetry set to music combine in this concert being given on the eve of Armistice weekend. Under 16’s free with paying adult. £12.50

Saturday 8th November 2008
Annual Scout Firework Display, BAE (RO)Car Park, Station Road, Bishopton, Cost £1 per person payable at the gate hot dogs, toffee apples etc. A great family night. 7.30pm

Saturday 8th November 2008
‘Brunch & Browse’, St Fillan’s Hall, Moss Road, Kilmacolm, Home made soups, home baking, tea, coffee, books & lots of stalls. Great value! Disabled Access. 10 am till 2pm £2.50

Saturday 8th November 2008
Paisley Farmers Market, County Square, Paisley - next to Gilmour Street Train Station,
Get your hands on some of the best fish, seafood, organic vegetables and meat products in the West of Scotland. An early arrival is recommended. Call 01655 770217 for further information. 9am till 1pm

Saturday 8th November 2008
Michael Marra, Paisley Arts Centre, One of Scotland’s most prolific songwriters, and a much loved and respected figure in the entertainment business. Tel 0141 887 1010 or visit www.renfrewshire.gov.uk for further information., 7.30pm, £10 (£7.50)

Saturday 8th November 2008
Antique Fair and Coffee Morning, Kilmacolm Village Centre, Kilmacolm Friends of Ardgowan Hospice welcome everyone. In addition to the Antique Fair, there will be baking and fancy goods stalls. 10am till 12.30pm

Monday 10th November 2008
Renfrew Horticultural Society, Renfrew Town Hall, The speaker will be Mr Hamish McKelvie from Houston and his subject will be Cactus and succulents in the garden. All are welcome., 7.30pm

Wednesday 12th November 2008
Houston and Crosslee SWRI, Compass Centre, Houston, Strathclyde Fire and Rescue will give a talk on fire prevention at the meeting. 7.30pm

Wednesday 12th November 2008
Senior Citizens, Cargill Hall, Bridge of Weir, 7.15pm

Wednesday 12th November 2008
Me and My Girl, Johnstone Town Hall, Ludovic Square, Johnstone, Adults - £7.50 Concs/Children - £7
15% Discount on Block Bookings of 20 or more on one night.
Tickets are non-returnable.
Contact Mrs Wendy Young on 01505 320554 or Linda Rae on 01505 342433.

Wednesday 12th November 2008
Parking Lot in Pittsburgh,
Paisley Arts Centre, This play will make you laugh, cry, cringe and despair at the family in-fighting that occurs. Tel 0141 887 1010 or visit www.renfrewshire.gov.uk for further information 7.30pm £8 (£7)

Thursday 13th November 2008
Cheese & Wine and Craft Evening, Kilbarchan West Church Hall, Shop early for Christmas and avoid the last minute rush, 7.30pm - 9.30pm £5

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Paisley Abbey at Night is this months new Desktop wallpaper click the image to see the larger size then simply right click and set as desktop wallpaper..

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At Kibble this festive season we will be selling Caring Christmas Trees to raise funds for The ACCORD Hospice in Paisley.

The trees can be ordered from  http://www.caringchristmastrees.com/paisley/

Caring Christmas Trees are fresh, needle-last, high quality and from sustainable tree farms.  They are available for around the same price as you’d pay elsewhere.

All our trees are freshly-cut, grade 1 standard, and Scottish-grown. They come only from managed, sustainable forests and are sourced from members of the British Christmas Tree Growers Association, who ensure high environmental standards.

All trees are Nordman firs: the most popular type of Christmas tree. It retains its needles very well, has glossy, deep green foliage and is an attractive shape. The needles, which point forward and grow round the branches, are soft and thick with white lines on the underside.  The bark is smooth and grey.

When you go to the website www.caringchristmastrees.com click on the tree named Paisley Kibble then on the coin icon marked Buy a Tree.  You must then select two things: the size of your tree and the date that you want to collect it. You will be asked to pay for your tree when you finalise your order.

You will receive an email as a reminder of your selected size, collection date and location. On your chosen date, go to the pick-up point at KibbleWorks4, 24 Clark Street, Paisley PA3 1RB.  Please bring a printout of the email reminder with you. At KibbleWorks4, you can choose your tree from those available in the size you selected. Volunteers will be on hand to help you with your tree. Your tree will be netted for safe transit.

If you are based in Renfrewshire, for a small extra fee, we can deliver direct to your home or office.

If you are buying a Christmas Tree this year please remember that Caring Christmas Trees will help to support the work of the ACCORD Hospice.

If you would like any further information
Please contact:-
Karen Gilligan Kibble Education and Care Centre
Telephone 0141 889 0044
Direct Line 0141 842 8023
Email karen.gilligan@kibble.org

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Audition day is 9th November got to be aged between 8yrs and 15yrs height restrictions will be at the discretion of the production team. (see poster for more info)

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I just read there that John Smeaton one of the heroes at the Glasgow Airport Terrorist attack is now awake from a 2 week coma in the Royal Alexandra Hospital Paisley, we at Paisley.org.uk would just like to wish him all the best and wish him a speedy recovery and convey our best wishes to his family…

Cmon Big John get better…

image from the bbc.co.uk

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