Community Learning & Development Falkirk Council

Issue 6 (Winter 13 & Spring 14)

Welc ome to the C Learning CONTENTS: What’s On Where Newsletter! Winter 2013 & Spring 2014 1. Health & Fitness

2. Community Groups This newsletter covers the groups, classes and courses that are running 3. Hobbies & Interests throughout the Falkirk Council area. The locations of the groups are given in the descriptor 4. ICT & Computing but please contact the centre to check the day and time and if there is any cost for attending the group. 5. Core Skills If you want any more information, please contact your local Community Education Centre. All of the 6. Groups for Children & addresses, telephone numbers and email contacts are Young People in section 9 ‘About Community Learning & Development’. 7. Feature Pages If you want, you can arrange for an informal chat with a 8. Spotlight On… local Community Learning & Development Worker. They can help you to identify your learning needs and 9. About Community give you information on the opportunities that are Learning & Development available including childcare.

10. Resources This newsletter will be published twice a year, please return the ‘Contact Us’ form on the back page if you 11. Community Halls would like the next issue sent to you automatically. Or email us on [email protected]

12. Contact us Happy reading!

Community Learning & Development Falkirk Council

HEALTH & FITNESS

ZUMBA TAI CHI Ditch the workout and join the party!! Zumba Tai Chi is a very popular class that promotes fuses Latin and International rhythms and easy to stress relief, flexibility and mobility, improved follow moves to create a one of a kind fitness circulation, body strengthening, co-ordination, session that will blow you away! Or try Zumba improved balance. All welcome. Body Conditioning for an extra workout. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk Various Community Centres throughout – please contact your local centre for more Falkirk – please contact your local centre for information more information

KEEP FIT This class is aimed at over 50’s but anyone can join in. It is gentle exercise to music and also includes floor exercises (if you are unable to do the floor exercise you can use a chair) All welcome. Tryst Community Education Centre Grangemouth Community Education Unit

AQUACISE TAEKWON-DO An exercise session in the pool to build fitness A very popular form of martial arts combining and flexibility without straining the joints. combat techniques, self defence, sport and Wider Access to School Project (WASP) exercise. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk OPEN SWIMMING – please contact your local centre for more An opportunity to enjoy a leisurely swim or build information up the laps! A qualified lifeguard will be present at all sessions. KARATE Wider Access to School Project (WASP) This is a non-competitive self defence class based on various styles of Karate. Children’s classes FITNESS TRAINING (5 -16 years) and adults classes (over 16s) This mixed class consists of cardiovascular available. exercises and ‘boxercise’ orientated circuit Greenpark Education Centre training. There are also a small range of running Slamannan Education Centre and cycling machines. Camelon Community Project KEMPO JU-JITSU Wider Access to School Project (WASP) Learn the ancient Japanese martial art of Ju-Jistu. Open to new members. KEEP FIT Maddiston Community Centre The group is open to all ages and abilities – so come along and join us! ARCHERY Shieldhill Community Wing Mixed group open to all ages from 10 upwards. All equipment supplied, beginners course runs annually in the Autumn. Grange Community Education Centre

BASKETBALL A group of adults meet on Sunday evenings and are open to new members. Come along, get fit and keep active! Grange Community Education Centre

Contact us : [email protected] EG YPTIAN DANCING SKATERS This class runs weekly – a chance to keep fit and Calling all skaters! Come along to our practice have fun with an experienced tutor teaching you sessions for quod skaters or get some training if the steps. you are still a novice. Grangemouth Community Education Unit Bonnybridge Education Centre

TEA DANCE STEPFORTH A weekly group open to Senior Citizens giving Step Forth run a programme of short weekly opportunities to socialise, exercise and have fun. volunteer led walks across Falkirk open to people of Greenpark Community Education Centre all ages and abilities. If you are a new mum come along to one of the buggy walks. They also run free Nordic walking classes in partnership with the Helix. Various locations throughout Falkirk (please contact Barbara McConnell 01324 504556 for more information)

RELAXATION & MEDITATION Everyone who attends receives an information pack on techniques including how to cope with stress, how to relax, how to stay mentally healthy. Listen to relaxing music in a caring friendly

atmosphere. All welcome. SALSA Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk Find your inner Latin rhythm and come along to – please contact your local centre for more learn some Salsa moves! Open to new members information of all abilities.

Ettrick Dochart Centre PILATES

Pilates is a workout for the body and the mind, BALLROOM DANCING focusing on the core postural muscles which Whether you don’t know your left foot from your help keep the body balanced. Benefits include right or you are a waltzing expert come along and improvement in strength, flexibility and posture. learn new steps or brush up on your skills. Camelon Community Project Airth Community Hall Greenpark Community Education Centre

LINE DANCING To keep healthy and fit and have fun at the same time come line dancing. From the beginner to the more adventurous – there is something for everyone. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more information

POLMONT RAMBLERS CLUB The Polmont Ramblers meet every week at the YOGA Greenpark Centre. The route varies from week to The practice of Yoga is at least 5000 years old. week. This is a very popular group so you may Using movement, breathing, posture, relaxation and have to go on a waiting list to join. meditation it can help bring balance and harmony of Greenpark Community Education Centre the mind, body and emotions. Suitable for all ages. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk JOGGING CLUB – please contact your local centre for more Get your running shoes on! Come along for information support, encouragement and a couple of tips on how to get the best out of your jog. This group all jog at their own pace – all ages and abilities are welcome. Greenpark Community Education Centre

Contact us : [email protected] 50+ ACTIVITY FORUM LADIES RECREATION GROUP Meets regularly for social and information events Meeting weekly for indoor bowling and social including regular outings and trips. Chance to activities. catch up with old friends and make some new Grangemouth Community Education Unit ones. Grangemouth Community Education Unit BADMINTON CLUB Several different groups including mixed, ladies SMOKING CESSATION GROUP only. Open to new members of all ages and Working in partnership with a number of agencies abilities (children must be supervised). including the NHS, these groups provide “one- Various Community Centres throughout stop-shop” service to the local community, giving Falkirk – please contact your local centre for support to anyone who is looking to give up more information smoking. Westquarter Community Project

FRUIT BARRA Healthy, fresh fruit and vegetables on sale locally and conveniently at low prices – some are also accepting Healthy Start vouchers! Currently running in California Community Hall, Slamannan, Maddiston, Shieldhill, Camelon & Grange Community Centres NETBALL Others are jumping on the ‘barra’ soon so Ladies netball club, play for fun & keep fit. Open contact your local centre to find out! to new members regardless of ability. Bonnybridge Community Education Centre

ADULTS FOOTBALL Various five-a-side football teams looking for new members. Get fit, keep fit and make new friends. Bonnybridge Community Education Centre

SLIMMING CLASS Come along for support and advice on how to make good food choices to help lose unwanted weight or just maintain your weight and improve your health. All welcome. Wider Access to School Project (WASP)

TABLE TENNIS Several groups including mixed and over 50’s. Open to new members of all abilities. Looking for kids football? Grange Community Education Centre Turn to Section 6 Groups for Children & Young People CARPET BOWLERS Mixed group open to new members to play non- competitively and to meet new friends on a weekly basis. HELP FOR VETERANS Various Community Centres throughout AND THEIR FAMILIES Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more information The Armed Services Advice Project (ASAP) offers assistance and support to anyone who is a serving or former member of the UK Armed Services including National Service, Territorial Army, Reserve Forces or their immediate dependants.

Contact Denny & Dunipace Citizens Advice Bureau 01324 829160 for more information

D.A.S.H . (DEPRESSION & ANXIETY SUPPORT & HELP GROUP) These groups are open to adults with depression and anxiety problems and aim to give support and understanding in a confidential and informal setting. FREE. Camelon Community Project Dawson Centre

BASIC COOKING CLASS HOMESTART FAMILY GROUPS Can’t cook or won’t cook, why not come Homestart offer support and friendship to families along to our 6 week course and learn the with at least one child under 5, giving an basic skills. This course is funded by NHS. opportunity to meet other parents in a friendly FREE. environment, giving support at a time when life is Various Community Centres throughout particularly difficult. Children are cared for by our Falkirk – please contact your local centre for crèche. FREE. more information Various Community Centres (please contact Sandra or Carole on 01324 829444 PEER EDUCATION for further information) Peer education is an approach which empowers young people to work with their peers. The young RESIDENTS ASSOCIATIONS people participate in various health related Residents meetings for the Macara Park area of training topics so they can deliver this to their Denny. peers. This is a closed group. FREE. Denny Community Education Centre Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for CAMELON AREA REGENERATION more information The CARE group meet normally the first Tuesday of the month. Anyone from the Camelon area is welcome. FREE. Camelon Community Project

B.U.L.B.

BULB (Brighten Up Langlees & Bainsford) This community group are working together to BO'NET (BO'NESS NETWORKING GROUP) improve their local area. Their current project is the This group work towards improving the quality of orphan land in Seaforth Road. All welcome. life for the people living in and around Bo'ness. Excellence in Childcare Centre (The Sub) It has secured funding to run Roman Week and (please contact Sarah Stow on 01324 501462 for support the Annual Victorian Fair and they are more information) now helping with a Community Futures consultation which is funded by the Coalfields Regeneration Trust. Open to new members. Various meeting locations (please contact Maria Ford 01506 510629 for further information)

COUNCILLOR SURGERIES Come along to speak to your local Councillor COMMUNITY CAFÉS about any concerns or issues you may have with your local area. Various Community Centres throughout Tryst Community Education Centre Falkirk – please contact your local centre for The Community Café is supported by staff and more information pupils from Carrongrange School in conjunction with Real Jobs Scotland. Come in for a freshly COMMUNITY COUNCILS cooked healthy lunch or homemade cake & a Most communities have a Community Council coffee …at affordable prices!! which will meet regularly to discuss issues and Tuesday to Friday events in the area. 10am – 3pm Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more information Dawson Centre Wednesdays 10am – 1pm MANAGEMENT COMMITTEES Lunch club entry (call 501470) Many Centres have a Management Committee made up of local people who work together along with their local Community Learning & Westfield Community Café Development team to make positive changes in Wednesdays & Thursdays their community. Always open to new members. 12noon – 2pm Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more information Westquarter Community Café Monday to Thursday CREDIT UNION 9.30am – 1pm A credit union is a financial co-operative, owned by the members and run by volunteers, providing Maddiston Community Centre confidential, safe and ethical savings accounts Fridays 9.30-11.30am and secure affordable loans to members. Anyone who lives in or works in the area within the Camelon Community Café boundary of Falkirk Council can join a credit The café can also supply catering for outside union. Some of the Falkirk credit unions offer functions at very competitive rates. Please payroll deductions, payment through Standing contact the Camelon Community Project office on Order and PayPoint. 01324 501654 for more information. Various locations throughout Falkirk (please Open Monday to Friday 9am – 2pm call the main office 01324 473695 or Saturday 9am – 1pm [email protected] for further information)

Not ready to join a group? Need a one to one chat to find out more?

Pop in to The Sub (Excellence in Childcare Centre) Davids Loan, Bainsford between 1pm & 3pm, every Wednesday and ask for Mhairi

Contact us : [email protected] TALES FOR TOTS Especially designed for parents, grandparents CANDO and/or carers with toddlers, this course helps participants learn new skills in creating children’s CAN DO GROUP stories. Also included is the opportunity for You can, Can Do Too! If you have ideas, some time participants to make a DVD reading their story to give or skills to share why not join us. We are which they can take home for their toddlers. currently working on the development of a family FREE. friendly community space in the Cobblebrae Various Community Centres throughout Woodlands. Falkirk (please contact James Tate 01324 Excellence in Childcare Centre (The Sub) 504414 for more information) (please contact Michelle Brown on 01324 501470 or email [email protected] for more NIFTY FIFTIES information) This ever expanding group has approx 50 members (men & women). They have a varied MENS GROUP programme, carpet bowling, guest speakers, These groups have been meeting for 15 years and practical activities and outings. New members are always looking for new members. They take always welcome part in various activities and discussions. FREE Bankier Community Hall (please contact Denny Community Flat 07858347643 for more information) HAPPY CLUB A weekly meeting for women in the age range of 60+ to relax and enjoy a game of bingo, tea or coffee and a chat. Open to new friends. Grange Community Education Centre RAINBOW MUSLIM LADIES GROUP This is a cultural group whose aim is to provide social, leisure and educational opportunities for women from minority ethnic backgrounds living in Falkirk. Dawson Centre

OVER 60s LUNCH CLUB Lunchtime group offering lunch (including tea & coffee) at special rates for local people aged 60 COMMUNITY WOMEN’S GROUPS years young and over. You can also get involved All women are welcome to join and to take part in a variety of activities including outings, bingo and various activities from Food Hygiene to Fit savings schemes while making new friends. Finances. These groups are open for women aged Various Community Centres throughout 16-70. Falkirk – please contact your local centre for Tryst Community Education Centre more information LADIES 50+ GROUP HEALTHY FAMILY COOKING ON A BUDGET This group meet every second Thursday for a This course provides opportunities for families to variety of activities – from talks on flower arranging develop budgeting and cookery skills in addition to card making. to qualifications. Tryst Community Education Centre Barnardos Family Centre, Bo’ness (please contact Catriona Morrison on WOMENS GROUP 01506 778550 for more information) The group meets to take part in healthy eating on a budget cooking, crafts session, discussion and PARENTING GROUPS support. Various groups to help family relationships and Barnardos Family Centre, Bo’ness working on confidence in handling behaviour (please contact Mhairi Ollier problems. Programmes are tailored to meet the 01506 778550 for more needs of parents and carers of children 0-10 information) years. FREE. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more information

Contact us : [email protected] PARENT & TODDLER GROUPS BOUNCE AND SING These groups cater for parents/carers and babies For parents/carers and toddlers - meet weekly and children from 0-5 years. and learn both new and old fashioned songs. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – Camelon Community Project please contact your local centre for more information SHAKE RATTLE & ROLL For families of preschool children, it’s the perfect TIME FOR ME place to let little people bop, boogie, sing and This group of parents meet weekly in an informal play. Cost £1 per session. environment to chat, exercise or take time out for Dawson Centre themselves. Open to new members. Grange Community Education Centre FAMILIES TOGETHER This group offers a space and place for local BREASTFEEDING GROUP parents to get together and get active on the Supported by health visitors this group provides issues that matter to you and your family. We are support and information for mums on breastfeeding. currently working on a vegetable garden and Dawson Centre living story telling event “The Three Little Pigs”. Excellence in Childcare Centre (The Sub) BABY MASSAGE Run by the Aberlour Early Years Outreach Service, FALKIRK HOME EDUCATION NETWORK this is a ‘drop in’ group for anyone living in the Falkirk Monthly activity group for both parents and Council area (fee may apply). Family Workers can children to socialise and play/craft sessions. also offer help and advice to parents of young Open to new members, they meet the last children who have been referred to the service by Thursday every month Health Visitor, Social Work etc. Bonnybridge Education Centre Kersiebank Community Project (please contact Aberlour Early Years Outreach PARENTS, CHILDREN & DRUGS Service for more information 01324 503494) This programme raises awareness about drug problems in the Falkirk area. It is ideally suited for parents, grandparents and/or carers of primary school age children. FREE Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more information

THE GRANGE CENTRE PLAYGROUP The Grange Centre Playgroup has qualified playleaders who deliver a programme packed

with fun and variety! For children between 2 and PARENT & BABY GROUP half and 4 years old These groups cater for parents/carers and Babies Grange Community Education Centre and children up to the age of 2. Come along and share hints and tips, discuss issues and meet new LITTLE EXPLORERS people. Brought to you by CLD and the CANDO Grange Community Education Centre community group, this fun family activity provides

the ideal opportunity for local families of preschool SHINE GROUP children to get out and about and discover the A support group for parents with children who are beauty and the beasties of our local woodland diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, ADHD with some craft, storytelling and bug hotel building etc. FREE. along the way. Each family that takes part will Denny Community Flat have the chance to gain the John Muir Award for

families (www.jmt.org/jmaward-home.asp). Dates and times to be confirmed. Dawson Centre (please contact Michelle Brown for more information 01324 501470)

Contact us : [email protected] BRAVEHEART PLUS FALKIRK EQUAL P EOPLE GROUP The group provides support and guidance to A group for adults with additional learning needs sufferers from Coronary Heart Disease and other giving an opportunity for them to socialise, learn interested people through talks and presentations new things and get involved. FREE. on health matters such as diet, medication and Grangemouth Community Education Unit physical activity. A qualified Senior Health Mentor will be present at each meeting. FREE. Camelon Community Project Tryst Community Education Centre

CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU The Citizens Advance Bureau operates an outreach service to the community providing vital support to those in rural areas. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk THE PEN GROUP (please contact 01324 626070 for more The Pen Group meets on a Monday Evening in information) Falkirk. Our aim is to help people with special needs to become more independent out in the THE SUB SESSIONS community. Do you have a guitar sitting doing nothing? Why not Park Street Community Education Centre dust it down and come along to learn a few tunes, meet other folk, have a laugh and maybe try to PHAB CLUB write your own songs. All abilities and ages Club for physically handicapped and able bodied welcome. Creche available if needed. FREE. people of all ages. The group meet weekly to Excellence in Childcare Centre (The Sub) socialise, find out information and go on regular (please contact Ryan 07808 509661or outings. [email protected] for more information) Grangemouth Community Education Unit

SIGNPOST Support, information and advice service for people experiencing or living with drug and/or alcohol misuse. Dawson Centre Denny Community Flat (please contact Signpost Recovery 0845 673 1774 for more information) SOUNDS OF MUSIC Learn to play musical instruments and make music HEADWAY in a safe and friendly environment. This This group offers a range of support services and programme is designed for adults experiencing activities for people, from across the Falkirk area, mental health difficulties. FREE. experiencing memory loss due to brain injury. Park Street Community Education Centre Bainsford Community Centre

CARRIDEN FAMILY GROUP ACTIVITIES CLUB This is an educational and social group for This is a support group for families with young intergenerational family fun and learning, taking in people or children who have Down’s Syndrome. lots of activities focusing on local & seasonal The whole family are invited to come along for issues . support, association and a chance to meet other Lund Hall, Bo’ness (please contact Catriona families. Morrison on 01506 778550 for more information) The Grange Community Education Centre

CARRIDEN COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS – AFTERNOON CLUB This enables retired people to come together to enjoy various activities which stimulate both mind and body. Lund Hall, Bo’ness (please contact Catriona Morrison on 01506 778550 for more information)

LANGUAGE COURSES SCRABBLE CLUB French, German, Italian and Spanish are on offer Do you enjoy a sociable game of Scrabble? This from beginners to advanced. long established group welcomes Scrabble Wider Access to School Project (WASP) players of all standards who enjoy meeting likeminded people. Park Street Community Education Centre

BRIDGE CLUB Come along and pit your wits and card skills while meeting new friends. Greenpark Community Education Centre

FALKIRK GAELIC FORUM SENIOR CITIZENS DOMINOES This group holds monthly meetings that are open to Come along and test out your domino skills while all Gaelic and non-Gaelic speakers interested in the meeting new friends. promotion of the Gaelic language and culture and Airth Community Hall working towards the provision of Gaelic medium education in Falkirk. FALKIRK MODEL FLYING CLUB Camelon Community Project (please contact A club for model aircraft enthusiasts flying remote [email protected] for further information) controlled aircraft. Bonnybridge Education Centre GAELIC Two classes are running each week for complete MODEL RAIL CLUB beginners and one for intermediate level learners. Meeting twice a week, this group is for model train Camelon Community Project (please contact Diane enthusiasts of all ages. [email protected] 07963123125 for further Bonnybridge Community Education Centre information) (please contact Bruce Duncan 01324 553594 for more information) DAWSON SOCIAL CLUB Bingo and banter every Sunday evening from 7-9pm Dawson Centre

BINGO Running every week and open to all ages. Eyes down on Wednesdays at 1.30pm! Westquarter Community Education Project

METAL DETECTORS Come along to meet other metal detectors for a coffee and a chat about your hobby. SCALE MODELLERS GROUP Dawson Centre The group meet to give advice and guidance on any scale modelling projects - from World War II to Sci-fi, from plastic to resin. All welcome. Camelon Community Project

Contact us : [email protected] MADDIS TON & RUMFORD LOCAL HISTORY GROUP Meeting monthly to research and record the history of the area and community. Maddiston Community Centre

SHIELDHILL HERITAGE PROJECT Researching and recording local history to produce a book and DVD on memories of the local area. COMMUNITIES ALONG THE CARRON Shieldhill Community Centre The Association works in partnership with a number of funders and services of Falkirk WESTQUARTER MEMORIES GROUP Council on various projects on behalf of the 16 This group started up when local activists came communities along the 19.8 miles of the River together to produce a book on the history of Carron. The group meet monthly at Westquarter. The book was launched in 2011 with Camelon Community Project (for further copies finding their way as far as Australia, Canada information please contact Christine Bell 01324 and the USA! Open to new members. 501962) Westquarter Community Project RIVER CARRON FISHERIES GROUP FAMILY HISTORY & GENEALOGY This group is an environmental, biodiversity and These courses are intended for people new to wildlife conservation group - the management genealogy who need a bit of information on where body for the entire river system. to begin. Following a general introduction to the Tryst Community Education Centre subject, it covers the use of and access to the (Please contact [email protected] or visit Registers of Births, Marriages and Deaths, Old www.rcfmg.co.uk for further information) Parish Records, Census Returns etc. Wider Access to School Project (WASP) Westquarter Community Project

LOCAL HERITAGE & FAMILY HISTORY SELF SUPPORT GROUPS Explore the local area, share your knowledge and meet new people to ‘root’ out your family’s past at one of these groups. Wider Access to School Project (WASP)

BRAHG FLY-TIE GROUP Open to anyone aged 60+. An ideal place to make This weekly group is opened to all ages and new friends, share memories and get involved in abilities, providing support and information on fly community events that benefit the young at heart. fishing. Excellence in Childcare Centre (The Sub) Ettrick Dochart Centre, Hallglen (please contract Sarah Stow 01324 501462 for more information) MILLAR HALL CHURCH Meeting on the last Sunday of every month in CHANGING CHILDHOODS the Dawson Centre. All welcome. This group meet to discuss the changes in Dawson Centre childhood from 1900 to present day and to compare your childhood with children today. TRYST COMMUNITY CHURCH Crèche provided. Meeting every Sunday and Tuesday for Ettrick Dochart Community Hall worship, this group and is open to any new members. Tryst Community Education Centre Did you know?...

Most of our classes and groups are free to attend or operate at minimal cost to participants. To find out what’s available in your area see section 9 ‘About Community Learning & Development’

Contact us : [email protected] BONNYBRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHY SOCIETY COMMUNITY GREEN INITIATIVE The society meet to plot a photographic history of CGI is a volunteer environmental group in Bonnybridge and surrounding areas and are also Dunipace/Denny which publishes quarterly New Leaf involved in putting together work for exhibitions. News. Bonnybridge Community Education Centre Dunipace Parish Church (please contact 07720648317, email [email protected] or visit www.cgiscotland.org for more information)

GUITAR CLASSES Have you ever wanted to learning to play the guitar? Well now is your chance! Camelon Community Project

DOG & PUPPY TRAINING CONTAINER GARDENING Dog training isn’t just about obedience – have fun This course will help you plant up tubs, hanging while learning techniques, methods and baskets with a variety of flowers and herbs to make approaches with your dog. the most of whatever outside space you have. Airth Community Hall Wider Access to School Project (WASP) Greenpark Education Centre

CAGE BIRD SOCIETY Meeting monthly for discussion and to help with preparing for shows and events. Grangemouth Community Education Unit

GRANGEMOUTH CHESS CLUB The club meets weekly on Wednesdays from 7- HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 10pm to play competitive chess against other The group meet on the last Sunday of each month clubs in the Central Scotland League and in the with various speakers with different expertise in National League. Members can compete in gardening and gardening issues. Contact the centre weekend tournaments. to find out who is taking the next talk. Grangemouth Community Education Unit Greenpark Community Education Centre (please contact Bill Gray on 01324 710823 for more information) The charge is presently £15 FLORAL ART per club member per season. Anyone with an interest in flower arranging would be most welcome to join this group. Come along with DENNY WRITERS GROUP your own flowers to learn some new skills and share The members are a friendly group of people who tips and tricks. are hobby writers or professionals. This group is Grangemouth Community Education Unit self supporting and invite in guest tutors and Greenpark Community Centre lecturers. Denny Community Education Centre DRAMA CLASS A new class starting in April - come along to join in ECOLOGY GROUP the drama and maybe a production of a show! Working with a group of young people from Camelon Community Project Denny High School on various projects around ecology and working towards being more environmentally friendly. Open to new members. Denny Wider Access to School Project Did you know?... Denny & Dunipace Citizens Advice Bureau now provide an information and advice service at Bonnybridge Community Centre on a Wednesday between 11am and 2pm each week.

If you would like an appointment to speak to an adviser, please contact Bonnybridge Community Centre on 01324 503290

Contact us : [email protected] ARTS & CRAFTS Mixed groups held on various days looking at many different art & craft skills – such as jewellery making, scrap booking, flower arranging, glass slumping, pottery, mounting & framing, Christmas crafts and felt making. Wider Access to School Project (WASP)

ART CLASSES

Classes are held on various days for all levels – NEEDLES & PINS GROUP beginners to advanced artists. Come alone and Invitation to all levels of Knitters and Crocheters! learn different styles and techniques and paint Come along and join us at this new group, just your own masterpiece! bring along your own knitting and crochet projects Various Community Centres throughout to enjoy time with likeminded people and an Falkirk – please contact your local centre for opportunity to share your skills. This is not a taught more information class but there will be people there to help any person who is a beginner. GLASS FUSING Bonnybridge Education Centres An opportunity to learn about glass fusing and Wider Access to School Project (WASP) how to create your own unique jewellery and accessories. No experience necessary. CROSS STITCH, KNITTING, SEWING & Wider Access to School Project (WASP) CROCHET GROUPS Meet up with like minded ‘crafty’ people and swap PATCHWORK skills, tips and hints on cross stitch, knitting and Learn how to cut fabric with a rotary cutter & to crochet. All welcome – open to all abilities. piece fabrics together to create cushions, etc. Wider Access to School Project (WASP) Suitable for both beginners and people with some Denny Community Education Centre knowledge of patchwork. Westquarter Community Education Project Greenpark Education Centre

SEWING CLASS Get help with making your own curtains, cushions, blinds, draft excluders or even dresses! Bring your own material and get help to make whatever project you like. Various classes and groups for complete or confident beginners. Camelon Community Project Greenpark Education Centre Wider Access to School Project (WASP) CROCHET AND KNITTING CLASSES POLMONT QUILTERS Come along and learn all the basic stitches and A group of very talented women who enjoy quilt how to read a pattern. Open to all levels, all making and displaying their hard work at their ages, and covering all styles from the ultra annual exhibition. New members welcome. modern to the timeless and traditional. Learn to Greenpark Education Centre make baby blankets, flowers, accessories, dolls, gifts, toys, jewellery and more. QUILTERS Camelon Community Project Participants can learn the basics involved in hand Wider Access to School Project (WASP) stitching quilts with beginners patchwork tips and hints available. New members welcome. Grange Community Education Centre

CARD MAKING This group meet to try out new skills to make their own greetings cards. Camelon Community Project

Most of the following courses can be delivered at various locations throughout Falkirk. Please contact Linda Weatherly on 01324 501696 for more information or to add your name to the waiting list for the next course.

BEGINNERS COMPUTING FREE INTERNET & COMPUTER ACCESS If you are a complete beginner to computers then Researching for the kid’s school projects or this course is for you! Covering basic computing looking for a sunshine break? Come along and skills and how to use your computer to surf the use the facilities. internet and use email. Various Community Centres and Libraries throughout Falkirk – please contact your local 10 week course – FREE centre for more information Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more COMMUNITY GROUPS WEB DEVELOPMENT information This course is available to community organisations that don’t employ staff. 6 week course – WASP registration fee £6.50 Organisations learn, at their own pace, how to Wider Access to School Project (WASP) develop and maintain a website, and at the end of the course will have created their own website. Courses currently run in Camelon Local Learning Centre, but if a number of groups from one area wish to take part it may be possible to deliver the course locally. FREE

CAMERAS IN THE COMMUNITY Got a new camera and would like to know how to work it? Come along for a beginners guide to digital cameras. Camelon Community Project Wider Access to School Project (WASP)

USING PAINT SHOP PRO

Use this popular software application to adjust, FAST TRACK ICT retouch and restore, combine and enhance your Fast Track ICT gives you the opportunity to learn at digital photographs your own pace. These classes are open to Wider Access to School Project (WASP) anybody who is unemployed and looking for work. FREE WASP COMPUTER GROUP Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk This is a self-supporting group for students who – please contact your local centre for more meet to share an interest, and range of information knowledge, in computer hardware (and a little bit of software). Flexible class discussing a range of computer related topics. All are welcome - please note that some hardware and/or software knowledge is required as this is not a taught class. Wider Access to School Project (WASP)

LITERACY/NUMERACY CLASSES PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Did you know that 1 in 4 adults in Scotland struggle Personal Development provides an opportunity to with day to day tasks involving reading, writing and take time to look at who you are and where you numbers? If you would like to brush up on your would like to be in the future. Weekly sessions skills you can get help by attending one of the include confidence building, stress management, many Literacy and Numeracy groups across problem solving, realising your potential and, not Falkirk. FREE. least, fun! Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk Various Community Centres throughout (please contact 01324 504450 for more Falkirk – please contact your local centre for information) more information

EMPLOYABILITY & WORK CLUBS This group is open to anyone unemployed and looking for support to help them get back into work. Covering all the skills you need to find a job – from writing your CV to interview skills to training. FREE. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for

more information ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER

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Courses for adults (16+) who do not speak English Creative Writing Workshop as a first language and need help with speaking, This is a friendly, informal group who meet once a reading, writing and listening in English. Topics month to write stories, poems and articles include; General English, SQA Accreditation, supported by a volunteer tutor. Whenever Citizenship, Survival English, Mother & Baby Health possible we also take part in educational and and Workplace English. social outings. This group usually meet on the Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk third Tuesday of every month. (please contact 01324 503674 for more Park Street Community Education Centre information) (please contact 01324 504450 for more

information)

HEALTH ISSUES IN THE COMMUNITY

What affects your health? What does health mean DEVELOP YOUR POTENTIAL COURSE to you? A community development approach to A combination of activities and tasks to enhance tackling health issues, working out the problems your skills, experience and knowledge to help and organising and taking action on health issues plan for the future. that affect you . Wider Access to School Project (WASP) Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk Maddiston Community Centre – please contact your local centre for more

information

DENNY SPEAKERS This group helps people to develop and build their confidence through public speaking. Denny Community Flat Grange Centre

DETACHED YOUTH WORK The Detached Youth Work team work with hard to reach and challenging young people in non- structured community settings to help reduce anti- social behaviour. Working with young people in

all weather conditions, at unsocial prime times YOUTH CLUBS and in areas and circumstances that may seem Junior and senior youth clubs offering opportunities dangerous to some people, this type of for young people at Primary and Secondary School. unstructured working is the key to positive These groups provide young people with activities outcomes for both young people and local and the chance to have fun, socialise, and learn communities. about issues that affect their lives in a safe Various areas throughout Falkirk environment supported by volunteers & young (please contact Liz Paton on 01324 504417 for volunteers together with CLD. more information) Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WITH information ADDITIONAL SUPPORT NEEDS Providing youth activities for children and young people with additional support needs from across the Falkirk area. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk (please contact Children & Disabilities Team, Social Work Services 01324 501200 for more information)

ROCK THE TALK DISABLED ART CLASS Rock the Talk aims to provide opportunities for This group offers children and young people from young people across Falkirk to gain both music and across the Falkirk area, the chance to take part in life skills, confidence and knowledge through a range of arts activities. involvement in music projects. We run weekly Dawson Centre (please contact Children & workshops, regular gigs, residentials and training Disabilities Team, Social Work Services 01324 opportunities. 501200 for more information) Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk (please contact Ryan 01324 508776 for more information) SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2013-14

Christmas & New Year 23 rd December – 3 rd January

Inservice Days 13 th – 17 th February Easter 7th – 21 st April Inservice Day 7th May May Bank Holiday 5th May Summer Holidays 30 th June – 19 th August

Contact us : [email protected] OPEN DUKE OF EDINBURGH ’S AWARD GROUPS For young people aged 14-24 years old who want to achieve their Bronze, Silver or Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk

(please contact Tom Whalley FUSION 01324 504445 or [email protected] for This is an exciting new Youth Zone in Bo’ness for more information) young people between S1-S6 providing a wide range of personal, social, recreational and learning opportunities. Bo'ness Recreation Centre (please contact the Bo’ness Education Base on 01506 778556 for more information)

YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS This is a nationally recognised awards scheme for young people aged 10-25 years old, credited through the Scottish Qualification Framework. YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMME Accreditation is offered through various youth Youth Scotland is working in partnership with clubs and opportunities. Community Learning & Development has Various Community Centres throughout successfully obtained funding from the Big Lottery Falkirk – please contact your local centre for Young Start Programme. We are currently more information. developing a Young Leaders Programme based on sports, games and outdoor activities where AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS participants will be mentored to gain relevant After School Care clubs for children attending governing body or sports leader qualifications. This local primary schools during school term time opportunity is open for young people aged 15 and (depending on demand). over. If you’re interested and want further Various Community Centres throughout information please contact John Nicolson on Falkirk – please contact your local centre for 07751644230 or at [email protected] more information RAINBOW GUIDES Open to 5-7 year old girls to take part in various craft and sporting activities. They are supported by trained leaders and also Ranger Guides who help as part of their Duke of Edinburgh Award. Further information on Rainbow Guides can be found on the Girl Guiding website. Grange Community Education Centre

FALKIRK COUNCIL SPORTS DEVELOPMENT A range of junior (P1-P7) and senior (S1-S6) sports activity programmes. Registration required is required and spaces are limited so call quick to avoid

disappointment! YOUNG SCOT: NATIONAL ENTITLEMENT Bonnybridge Community Education Centre CARD Falkirk Football Club, Westfield The National Entitlement Card for young people is Grange Community Education Centre a free card for young people aged 11-25. Your (please contact Sports Development card entitles you to offers and discounts at local 01324 503730 for more information) and national businesses. If you are aged 16-19 you can also apply for 50% discount on travel costs. You can also apply for funding to take on projects or attend training on web journalism and blogging. www.youngscot.org Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk (please call 01324 504440 for more information)

Contact us : [email protected] BATON TWIRLERS CHILDRENS TEXTILE CLASS Children from 4 years old are welcome to join and For children aged between P3-P7. Encourages learn how to start baton twirling. creativity through the use of different materials Bonnybridge Community Education Centre including painting on wood, felt weaving, silk (please contact Lorraine 01236 610200 for more painting, simple knitting and denim information) customisation. Camelon Community Project (please contact Greenpark Community Centre Yvonne 07871812853 for more information)

CHEERLEADING Children from 4 years old are welcome to come along and learn cheerleading dance. This is an excellent opportunity for children to make new friends and stay active. ZUMBATOMIC Bonnybridge Community Education Centre Designed exclusively for kids from 8 to 12 years Maddiston Community Centre old, with specially choreographed, kid-friendly routines and all the music kids love, like hip- DANCE & MOVEMENT hop, reggaeton, and more. Dance class for children aged 3 years & over. Camelon Community Project Dawson Centre FOOTBALL TRAINING HIGHLAND DANCING Football training for various age groups Dance class for children aged 5 years & over. including Under 9’s, Under 10’s and Under 11’s. Dawson Centre Registration required. Bonnybridge Community Education Centre CAMELON ARTS JUNIOR DANCE GROUP Dance for fun (age 5-10 years) Dance/Choreography DAWSON ASTROTURF PITCH (age 11 years+) This group takes part in two The Astroturf pitch is available for use by young performances a year. Dance styles include Hip Hop, people from the Dawson area at the following Jazz, Musical theatre, Contemporary, Latino/Latin reduced rates. funk and many more . Under 12 years : 10p Camelon Community Project (Please call Dianne 12 – 16 years : 25p on 07973348578 for more information) Over 16 years : 50p Please contact the Centre for prices for non- KERSIEBANK JUNIOR ACTIVITY GROUP Dawson residents. Meet together to look at various activities from Dawson Centre sewing to gardening, arts, crafts and painting. Open to children from 8-14 years old. Kersiebank Community Project

ACROBATICS, DANCING & DRAMA Several different classes for children and young adults aged 4 years old and up incorporating acrobatics, dance and drama elements. Classes STREET SPORT organised by B Sloan School of Dance, Gwendolyn Open to anyone aged between 11 and 25 years Arthur School of Dance and Central Scotland School old, the Street Sport Program provides a wide of Ballet. range of sport and gaming activity for young Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk people who do not have access to quality sport – please contact your local centre for more facilities in their own communities. The information programme supports young people to become active in their own community, helping them to meet new friends, gain confidence and develop their own social skills. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk (Please contact Gordon on 01506 778556 for more information)

The X -POD is coming to YOUR area!

What is an X-Pod? An X-Pod is a converted steel shipping container. It is converted inside to provide young people with multi-media experiences and other positive activities and opportunities.

What age is it for? Young people between 12 – 16yrs

Who are we? We are youth workers employed by Falkirk Council to make contact with young people where they meet on the streets, parks and tunnels etc….

Why? We want to meet young people and provide them with positive opportunities, if we can, including new youth facilities. We want to make your community a better place to live in and help young people contribute to that.

All workers will be wearing Falkirk Council identification

DID YOU KNOW…. ADULT LITERACIES IN FALKIRK

Did you know that over 1 in 4 adults in Scotland have difficulty with some tasks involving reading, writing and numbers? That means over 40,000 people in Falkirk alone!

We have a variety of classes working with learners on all aspects of core skills including budgeting, spelling, creative writing, interview skills etc. The classes are free and run by tutors and volunteers in centres all over the Falkirk area.

The tutors and volunteers work with learners either in small groups or one to one within a group setting.

Why do learners come to adult literacy & numeracy classes?

The reasons that people attend our classes are as varied and numerous as the people themselves, whether it’s to help their child with their homework, to sit an aptitude or trades test as part of a job interview or for a promotion, or even to be able to read a paper or fill out a form, we will support you to improve your skills and opportunities whether in your family, working, community or personal life.

How can you take part?

All of the classes are friendly, welcoming and open to all adults. If you are interested in finding out more then call in to your local community centre or project, call the Big Plus on 0800 9178000 or call 01324 504450 to organise an informal chat to find out what you’re interested in working on, and when there are classes to suit you.

Would you like to Volunteer? If you’re interested in volunteering within any of our provision, and you have good basic skills, lots of patience and a good sense of humour, then sign up to be informed of the details of our next training course on 01324 504450

Support to Learning Communities Team Municipal Chambers Bo’ness Road, Grangemouth 01324 504450

WELFARE REFORM

Major changes to Welfare state benefits are being made by the UK Government over the next few years. There are changes to how people claim benefits, what they are called, what they're eligible for and how they are paid. These changes will impact on a lot of people who live in the Falkirk Council area.

Most claims will be submitted and managed online. If you don’t have internet access at home or are not confident using a computer, you can get help at your local community centre.

• We can provide free access to computers • We can help you develop your basic IT skills so that you can set up and manage an e-mail or Universal Credit account, build a CV and look for work

The benefit changes may mean that you need to manage a smaller household budget on a monthly basis. If this is worrying you, talk to your local Community Learning & Development Worker. We can offer budgeting tools and other forms of support and advice or direct you to someone who can help if you’re having money problems. We also run courses that focus on things like cooking on a budget or other ways of making your money stretch a bit more.

For more information about free access to computers, IT classes, help with CVs or job searches, managing your budget or cooking on a budget, please get in touch. See Section 9 ‘About Community Learning & Development to find your nearest Community Learning Centre.

ENERGY SAVING TRUST - Don’t feel the pinch this winter!

It is that time of year again when we start thinking about those dreaded heating bills. It’s difficult for many people to stay warm in winter at an affordable cost. However there is help available and you are being urged to seek advice from Home Energy Scotland to stay warm this winter. Managed by Energy Saving Trust and funding by Scottish Government, our Home Energy Scotland advisors can offer clear and impartial energy saving advice as well as:

• A free Home Energy Check – tailored suggestions to make your home more energy efficient. • Access to Schemes and Finance – Find out what Scottish Government schemes you could be entitled to – from income maximisation to how to make your home more energy efficient. • Home Visits – if you would rather talk in person instead of talking in detail over the phone, then give us a call to arrange a home visit • Support for Community Groups – are you part of a local community group? Why not invite your local Community Liaison Officer along as a guest speaker. Call or email on [email protected]

For clear, impartial advice, call us free* on 0808 808 2282 *free from most landlines and mobile phones

COOKERY ON A BUDGET – Westfield Park Community Centre

This group come together and learn about providing healthy low cost meals for their family. They look at a range of healthy creative and practical solutions to family meal times, preparing, cooking and eating the food produced during the session as a family activity.

This is a practical course that aims to develop the confidence basic cookery and budgeting skills of those involved. This class aims to bring all the family together at meal times for some fun and creative cookery activities. New members are welcome

For more information please contact Nichola Bridge on 01324 508520

HOMELESS NOT HELPLESS By Caitlyn Taylor and Connor Clydesdale

We attended the Youth Scotland Stage 2 Involvement Training earlier this year and heard about a youth group raising money for homelessness in north of Scotland. We wanted to find out if homelessness was an issue in Falkirk.

We met with Campbell from the Salvation Army and the workers from the Y People and found out that it is a problem for this area but that the statistics didn’t show the real problem as people who ‘sofa hop’ don’t show up as homeless.

We organised a sleep out on the 22 nd July 2013 to raise money for the soup kitchen in Falkirk. It costs roughly £50 a day to feed all the people, we raised £200.28 so we helped support the kitchen for 4 days. On the night we were supported by CLD workers. We also had a visit from Axis sharing about drug and alcohol abuse support schemes in Falkirk.

BY Caitlyn and Connor

The Tryst Community Centre was rebuilt in 2009 across the road from the original old building. This was funded from the NHS as they wanted to expand the local health centre and needed our land to do this. The building is owned by Falkirk Council, and run with an advisory group.

The centre is open 7 days a week and has a varied programme that suits all ages. We currently have the following groups and sessions running :

• Youth groups from P1 to S6 • Falkirk Autistic Bairns Youth Club • Job Clubs & Computer Classes • Councillors Surgeries • Tryst Community Church • Weight Watchers • Various fitness classes including Keep Fit, Yoga and Tai Chi

We also have a community Café which is run by real jobs Scotland. The Café is open to everyone Tuesday to Friday from 10am- 1.30pm.

If you would like any more information about what is happening in your area please call or drop in if you are passing.

We are here!

Tryst Community Centre Park Drive, Stenhousemuir, FK5 3BA 01324 503570

Westfield Park Community Project began life on 23 rd August 1988. It was originally urban aid funded and run by local Committee members with support from Falkirk Council Community Learning and Development.

Over the many years it has been open Westfield has gone through some dramatic changes! This includes the revamping of the café and kitchen area allowing the Committee to start a Community Café which is staffed by local people and runs on a Wednesday and Thursday.

Westfield has always delivered a variety of social and educational programmes for all ages, from the young to the elderly and this continues today.

The groups we currently run include :

• Parent & Toddlers • Various youth groups from P1 to S6 • Fly-tying • Cooking with the Bairns • Teenagers Recycled • Women’s Group • Various fitness classes including Keep Fit, Zumba and Martial Arts

In partnership with Falkirk Council Community Learning and Development, the Committee run various Summer Programmes for Junior and Senior youths and day trips for all ages.

The groups are always looking for new members and volunteers. If you fancy trying something different why not give us a call or pop in for more information.

We are here!

Westfield Park Community Project Westfield Street, Westfield, Falkirk, FK2 9DT 01324 508520

If you would like to find out more about any of the groups mentioned in this newsletter, or if you would like an informal chat with a Community Learning & Development Worker about your learning, please contact any of the offices below. We look forward to hearing from you!

PARK STREET EDUCATION CENTRE MUNICIPAL CHAMBERS

Park Street, Falkirk, FK1 1RE Bo’ness Road, Grangemouth, FK3 8AF 01324 503670 01324 504460

DAWSON CENTRE CAMELON COMMUNITY PROJECT 01324 501654

CAMELON LOCAL LEARNING CENTRE 01324 501696

David’s Loan, Bainsford, FK2 7RG 01324 501470

EXCELLENCE IN CHILDCARE CENTRE (THE SUB) Camelon Education Centre Abercrombie Street, Camelon, FK1 4HA

David’s Loan, Bainsford FK2 7RG 01324 501462

Denny High School, Denny, FK6 6EE 26-28 Bridge Crescent, Denny, FK6 6PD 01324 822895 01324 824623 www.dennywasp.org.uk www.thecommunityflat.org.uk

[email protected]

ARCHIBALD RUSSELL CENTRE BONNYBRIDGE EDUCATION CENTRE

Bridge Street, Bonnybridge, FK4 1AA Haypark Road, Dennyloanhead, FK6 5JZ 01324 503290 01324 882642 archibaldrussellcentre.org BANKIER EDUCATION WING DENNY EDUCATION CENTRE

Bankier Avenue, Banknock, FK4 1TF 01324 841419 40 Duke Street, Denny, FK6 6NW 01324 504260 AIRTH COMMUNITY HALL [email protected]

CARRONSHORE COMMUNITY HALL

High Street, Airth FK2 8JL 01324 831652

Main Street, Carronshore FK2 8BY 01324 554470

Park Drive, Stenhousemuir, FK5 3BA Redding Road, Brightons, Falkirk, FK2 OAA 01324 503570 01324 503830

BO’NESS EDUCATION BASE GRANGEMOUTH EDUCATION UNIT

139 North Street, Bo’ness, EH51 9ND Abbots Road, Grangemouth, FK3 8AH 01506 778550 01324 504585

FALKIRK DISTRICT CREDIT UNION ETTRICK DOCHART COMMUNITY HALL

Ettrick Place, Hallglen, FK1 2QR 01324 639197 4 Station Road, Grangemouth, FK3 9EF 01324 473695 www.fdcu.co.uk

GREENPARK EDUCATION CENTRE Did you know?…

If you are looking for somewhere to hold a party why not see if there is a Community Hall available near you? See Section 12 Community Halls for more information

Greenpark Drive, Polmont, FK2 0PZ 01324 506730 www.greenparkcentre.org

Old Dundas Primary School, Oxgang Place Grangemouth, FK3 8JB Bank Street, Slamannan, FK1 3EZ 01324 508750 01324 851548

MADDISTON COMMUNITY CENTRE WESTFIELD PARK COMMUNITY PROJECT

Parkhall Drive, Maddiston, FK2 0LQ Westfield Street, Westfield, Falkirk, FK2 9DT 01324 720960 01324 508520

WESTQUARTER COMMUNITY EDUCATION SHIELDHILL COMMUNITY WING PROJECT

Shieldhill Primary School, Shieldhill, FK2 2HA Westquarter Primary School 01324 508546 Westquarter Avenue, Falkirk, FK3 8AF 01324 503987

Remember you can also email us at [email protected] RESOURCES

The following resources may be accessed by community groups and organisations supported by Community Learning & Development

TRAINING & MEETING FACILITIES IN GRANGEMOUTH MUNICIPAL CHAMBERS MINIBUSES Call 01324 504450 to book. To use the minibuses, drivers must have: - taken part in Induction Training The Training Room (30 capacity) - completed annual driver checks To find out if your group is eligible to use the minibuses, to see if the minibus is available, and to provisionally book them, please contact the centres directly: Bonnybridge Community Education Centre The Grange Community Education Centre Grangemouth Community Education Unit Slamannan Community Education Centre

MUSIC STUDIO Open to all members of public to hire for band practice, rehearsals or just to let out your inner Breakout Room (8 capacity) Rock Star! This is very popular so call for availability. Hire charges are applicable. Kersiebank Community Project Bonnybridge Community Education Centre

EQUIPMENT There is also a variety of additional equipment and resources available to supported community groups such as : - Voxur (film studio in a box) - Green Screen (a background filming tool) - PP voting (a tool to provide instant voting results) The Resource Library (12 capacity) For more information on these or any other resources contact your local Community Learning & Development worker.

There are many community halls in the Falkirk Council area ranging from large venues close to the town centre to small village halls in rural areas

The majority of these halls are managed by committees. However, several are currently managed by Falkirk Council. Committees are made up by local people on a voluntary basis who are supported by the Community Halls Supervisor. The committee are open to any ideas that the community would like to see in the hall. Each committee is responsible for taking bookings and the pricing of ‘their’ hall. Each committee-managed hall has its own schedule of charges that applies.

Community Halls that are managed by Falkirk Council can be booked through Hazel Mackie, who is part of the Community Learning & Development, Community Halls Section based at Sealock House.

Falkirk Council managed halls are closed for public holidays throughout the year, whereas other halls may be open on public holidays at the discretion of the management committee.

Community Halls can be used for a variety of activities such as:

• Pre-5s/ toddler groups • Children or youth activities • AGMs/ meetings • Keep-fit and dance classes • Social and community events • Over 50’s clubs and events • Hobbies and other interest activities

When booking a Falkirk Council managed hall it is advised that you call or e-mail to check availability of the hall, dates and time you wish to have.

If you are interested in booking a Community Hall or have any enquiries please e-mail [email protected] or phone 01324 506655

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Falkirk East Team (Bo’ness, Grangemouth & Braes Localities) Municipal Chambers

Bo’ness Road Grangemouth FK3 8AH

01324 504423

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