The ‘Auld Folks’ lunch on Friday, December 16 was organised by Carronshore Heritage Forum. It was the first such event organised by the forum, and it has been hailed a success. The event brought older members of the community together at the village’s community centre for a three course meal and an afternoon of festive cheer.
Entertainment was provided by local entertainer Dougie Smith, pupils from Carronshore Primary School and Freddie Stuart. There was also a visit from Santa himself.
A spokesperson for Carronshore Heritage Forum said: “We would like to thank Bothkennar and Carronshore Minister, Carronshore Primary School’s headteacher, the primary six and seven pupils from Carronshore primary, Carronshore Bar Staff, Dougie Smith, Freddie Stuart, Willows Cafe, Carron and CArronshore Community Centre and those who gave up their free time, not forgetting Santa and the OAPs from the village who all helped make our first OAP Christmas lunch so successful.
"The feedback we have received has been greatly appreciated and feels like everybody had a fantastic day. We look forward to doing it again next year bigger and better, if that’s possible.”
1. Carronshore senior citizens' Christmas lunch
The event was held at Carronshore Community Centre on Friday, December 16. Photo: Michael Gillen
2. Carronshore senior citizens' Christmas lunch
The lunch and afternoon of entertainment was organised by Carronshore Heritage Forum. Photo: Michael Gillen
3. Carronshore senior citizens' Christmas lunch
It was the first such event the forum has organised for the local community. Photo: Michael Gillen
4. 16-12-2022. Picture Michael Gillen. CARRONSHORE. Carronshore Community Centre. A senior citizens' lunch event has been organised by Carronshore Heritage Forum.
The event has been hailed a success and it's planned to host another next year. Photo: Michael Gillen