Strathearn and Strathallan
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP NOTICE BOARD
(*vERSION 2, uPDATE) week commencing 10th NOV 2014 (4 pages)
Men and Kids – cooking with kids – November and December/ What is it?
Fun and free cookery activities designed for men (dads, granddads, uncles, older brothers (18+)) – and their primary aged children to enjoy spending time together.
When & Where?
18th November, 25th November, 2nd December
7pm - 9pm at Strathearn Community Campus
Who do I contact?
Booking is essential – contact Lesley Taylor Email 01764 657618
Free Cultural Connections Ceilidh Night - 21st Nov – Crieff Campus
/ What is it?
Come along and dance the night away, share your skills of ceilidh dancing or learn from the best Strathearn has to offer.
When & Where?
Friday 21st November 2014
7.00-9.30pm
Tickets are free (includes refreshments) Tryst Hall Strathearn Community Campus Pittenzie Road, Crieff.
Who do I contact?
Tickets available at Strathearn Community Campus Reception or by calling Lesley Taylor on 01764 657618 Families welcome. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Please Book your tickets to avoid disappointment
DF Concerts Consultation events for T in the Park: 19/20 November
/ What is it?
DF Concerts, who will be submitting a Planning Application Notice (PAN), are keen to hear the views of the local community and look forward to meeting you at one of these events. Public attending these two events will be asked to complete at questionnaire at the time or contact Bell Ingram after the event by letter or email with comments. Each of the Community Council in the area will also be invited to attend. To this end, over 8,000 leaflets advertising the events will be delivered to local residents and businesses during the week commencing 10th November 2014.
When & Where?
Auchterarder Community Church Centre
24 High Street, Auchterarder, Perthshire, PH3 1DF
19/11/2014
4pm – 8pm
Strathearn Community Campus
Pittenzie Road, Crieff, Perth and Kinross, PH7 3JN
20/11/2014
4pm-8pm
Who do I contact?
If you are unable to attend or would like to receive further information, you will be able to do so by visiting DF Concerts’ website at:www.dfconcertsandevents.com/Tlocal (live as from 10th November)
PKAVS Services for Minority Communities - Surgeries in Crieff
/ What is it?
Weekly one-to-one sessions for minority ethnic community members. Information and advice on finance, employment, housing, social participation and volunteering.
Tygodnik jeden do jednego sesje dla członków mniejszości etnicznych społeczności. Informacje i porady na temat finansów, zatrudnienia, mieszkalnictwa, partycypacji społecznej i wolontariatu.
اقلیتی نسلی کمیونٹی کے اراکین کے لئے ہفتہ وار سے ایک سے ایک سیشن. فنانس، مالزمت، رہائش، سماجی شرکت اور رضاکارانہ طور پر معلومات اور مشورہ.
When & Where?
Tuesdays 10:00am - 12:30pm in Crieff Learning Centre, Lodge Street, Crieff PH7 4DW
Who do I contact?
To book an appointment please call 01738 567076 or
Trustees Week – training opportunities for volunteers and committees -Funding Tips/Accounting/ Roles 22nd November
/ What is it?
As part of Trustees Week we are delighted to invite you to attend one of our FREE workshop sessions which are open to anyone from a voluntary organisation or community group to attend, to share ideas and experience and hear about such as tips for funding applications, what a trustee is, committee skills and such as the roles of the treasurer and officers in voluntary committees. All informal and fun.
When & Where?
Strathearn Campus, Pittkenzie Road, Crieff session is on 22nd November from 9.30 – 12.30, with tea/coffee and biscuits. In the Lecture Theatre
There are three one hour workshop sessions running as follows:
· 9.30am: RESPONSIBILITIES of charity trustees, members of management committees, and directors or companies
· 10.30am: ACCOUNTINGFOR TREASURERSof charities and other voluntary organisations and community groups
· 11.30am: FUNDING TIPS on how to write effective applications
Who do I contact?
All workshops are free to attend, but places must be booked in advance. Bookings can be made for individual workshops, or alternatively you are more than welcome to book en bloc. Please email to for booking form or call Bob on 01738 452210 or Judy Barrow 01764 657715
Crieff Buggy Walks – every Monday at 2pm from the Campus
/ What is it?
This is a great way to meet new people, make new friends, feel better, get fitter and be more active in your community!
Come along, join in and have fun - it’s free! No need to book, just turn up!
Walks are subject to change dependant on weather
When & Where?
Every Monday at 2pm. Starting on the 13th October 2014. Meet at the Strathearn Campus
Walks will last up to one hour and each walk will finish with a cup of tea/coffee and a chat afterwards.
Who do I contact? For further information please contact the Stride for Life team: 01738 454628 or email
Re:Make in November – Consultation, Open Shed, Scrapstore
/ What is it?
Have you used the Remake Scrapstore before? Remake Scotland is looking to strengthen and extend the current range of activities which we provide. We are carrying out consultation to ascertain the views of people who use our Scrapstore to gather information on what they think of the service, what gaps are there in services in the area, and what new services we could develop. To help us we would appreciate your support by completing a short questionnaire on your Scrapstore experience, whether as a customer or workshop participant.
When & Where?
Consultation: From 30th October http://www.remakescotland.co.uk/news/scrapstore-consultation/
Events:
Open Shed dates this month are: 11th November at 10.00 a.m., and 14th November at 12.00 a.m. In the Re:Make workshop. Scrapstore: Unit 2.
*Drop-in family Christmas decoration and card making session from 10am-noon on Saturday 6 December. Cost is £1 per person. Scrapstore Saturday for young remakers takes place on Saturday 13 December from 10am – 11am. Cost is £1 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult at both classes.
*Please disregard any other information regarding drop in classes at Remake – please note there is no class at Remake on Friday 13 November.
Who do I contact?
Further information on 01764 655733 email
Unit 2, Crieff Visitor Centre, Muthill Road, Crieff, PH7 4HQ. Opening hours:
Wed 7-9pm, Thu 4-9pm, Fri 10-3pm, Sat 10-12pm or by appointment.
Crieff Community cafe – every Thursday afternoon from 2pm
/ What is it?
A weekly Thursday afternoon get-together. The café is an informal, supporting and fun environment. Weekly themes will include: Singalongs, Reminiscence, Indoor Bowling, Kurling, Board games, and just a blether! Annual membership is £2 per quarter, which enables you to come along and enjoy the activities, entertainment, tea, coffee and biscuits for no additional weekly charge.
When & Where?
2.00 – 3.30pm in Duchlage Court Community Lounge
Who do I contact?
Ruth Woodhouse, Duchlage Court Manager, 01764 654413
Computer Drop-in and Tablet Club – Wednesdays in Strathearn
/ What is it?
A Computer Drop-in 9.30-12.00 open to all to offer basic assistance in use of computers and tablets. Tablet Club 1.30-2.30 open to all to offer help and share ideas with other users. Bring your own tablet
When & Where?
Wednesdays until 19th November - Strathearn Community Campus – ICT Room 1.
Computer Drop-in 9.30-12.00, Tablet Club 1.30-2.30.
Who do I contact?
Lesley Taylor by telephone 01764 657618 or email
Action on Hearing Loss – upcoming events in Crieff & Auchterarder in December
/ What is it? Come to our Hearing Aid Maintenance drop-in Clinic to find out about:
Receive hearing aid maintenance
How to protect your ears
The different services that can help you
Learn about equipment that can help you
Find out more about our future social groups for hard of hearing people
When & Where?
Two venues: St Margaret’s Hospital, Western Road, Auchterarder, PH3 1JH, on 11th December 10 – 12 & Crieff Community Hospital, Crieff, PH7 1JH 3rd December 1.30 – 2.30.
Who do I contact?
Michelle Donoghue, Project Coordinator on Tel: 01382 201073/07436543243 Email: www.actiononhearingloss.org.uk
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