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Issue 4 - Winter 2012 & Spring 2013<br />
CONTENTS:<br />
1. Health & Fitness<br />
2. Community Groups<br />
3. Hobbies & Interests<br />
4. ICT & Computing<br />
5. Core Skills<br />
6. Groups for Children &<br />
Young People<br />
7. Summer Programme<br />
8. Feature Pages<br />
9. Spotlight On…<br />
10. About Community<br />
Learning & Development<br />
11. Resources<br />
12. Useful information<br />
13. Contact us<br />
Welcome to the C Learning<br />
What’s On Where Newsletter!<br />
This newsletter covers the groups, classes and<br />
courses that are running throughout the <strong>Falkirk</strong><br />
<strong>Council</strong> area. The locations of the groups are given in<br />
the descriptor but please contact the centre to check<br />
the day and time and if there is any cost for attending<br />
the group.<br />
If you want any more information, please contact your<br />
local Community Education Centre. All of the<br />
addresses, telephone numbers and email contacts are<br />
on pages 25 to 28.<br />
If you want, you can arrange for an informal chat with<br />
a local Community Learning & Development Worker.<br />
They can help you to identify your <strong>learning</strong> needs and<br />
give you information on the opportunities that are<br />
available including childcare.<br />
This newsletter will be published twice a year, please<br />
return the ‘Contact Us’ form on the back page if you<br />
would like the next issue sent to you automatically. Or<br />
email us on CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
Happy reading!<br />
Community Learning & Development<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> <strong>Council</strong>
Ditch the workout and join the party!! Zumba<br />
fuses Latin and International rhythms and easy to<br />
follow moves to create a one of a kind fitness<br />
session that will blow you away!<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre for<br />
more information<br />
KEEP FIT<br />
This class is aimed at over 50’s but anyone can<br />
join in. It is gentle exercise to music and also<br />
includes floor exercises, if unable to do the floor<br />
exercise you can use a chair. All welcome.<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
AQUACISE<br />
An exercise session in the pool to build fitness<br />
and flexibility without straining the joints.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
HEALTH & FITNESS<br />
OPEN SWIMMING<br />
An opportunity to enjoy a leisurely swim or build<br />
up the laps! A qualified lifeguard will be present at<br />
all sessions.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
FITNESS TRAINING<br />
This mixed class consists of cardiovascular<br />
exercises and ‘boxercise’ orientated circuit<br />
training. There are also a small range of running<br />
and cycling machines.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
TAI CHI<br />
Tai Chi is a very popular class that promotes<br />
stress relief, flexibility and mobility, improved<br />
circulation, body strengthening, co-ordination,<br />
improved balance. All welcome.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre for<br />
more information<br />
TAEKWON-DO<br />
A very popular form of martial arts combining<br />
combat techniques, self defence, sport and<br />
exercise.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre for<br />
more information<br />
KARATE<br />
This is a non-competitive self defence class based<br />
on various styles of Karate. Children’s classes (5<br />
-16 years) and adults classes (over 16s) available.<br />
Greenpark Education Centre<br />
Slamannan Education Centre<br />
KEMPO JU-JITSU<br />
Learn the ancient Japanese martial art of<br />
Ju-Jistu. Open to new members.<br />
Maddiston Community Centre<br />
ARCHERY<br />
Mixed group open to all ages from 10 upwards.<br />
All equipment supplied, beginners course runs<br />
annually in the Autumn.<br />
The Grange Community Education Centre<br />
Community Learning & Development Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
EGYPTIAN DANCING<br />
This class runs weekly – a chance to keep fit<br />
and have fun with an experienced tutor<br />
teaching you the steps.<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
TEA DANCE<br />
A weekly group open to Senior Citizens giving<br />
opportunities to socialise, exercise and have<br />
fun.<br />
Greenpark Community Education Centre<br />
SALSA<br />
Find your inner Latin rhythm and come along<br />
to learn some Salsa moves! Open to new<br />
members of all abilities.<br />
Ettrick Dochart Centre, Hallglen<br />
BALLROOM DANCING<br />
Whether you don’t know your left foot from<br />
your right or you are a waltzing expert come<br />
along and learn new steps or brush up on<br />
your skills.<br />
Airth Community Hall<br />
ADULTS LINE DANCING<br />
To keep healthy and fit and have fun at the<br />
same time come line dancing. From the<br />
beginner to the more adventurous – there is<br />
something for everyone.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
POLMONT RAMBLERS CLUB<br />
The Polmont Ramblers meet every week at<br />
the Greenpark Centre. The route varies from<br />
week to week. This is a very popular group<br />
so you may have to go on a waiting list to join.<br />
Greenpark Community Education Centre<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
JOGGING CLUB<br />
Get your running shoes on! Come along for<br />
support, encouragement and a couple of tips<br />
on how to get the best out of your jog. This<br />
group all jog at their own pace – all ages and<br />
abilities are welcome.<br />
Greenpark Community Education Centre<br />
STEPFORTH<br />
Step Forth run a programme of short weekly<br />
volunteer led walks across <strong>Falkirk</strong> open to<br />
people of all ages and abilities. If you are a<br />
new mum come along to one of the buggy<br />
walks. They also run free Nordic walking<br />
classes in partnership with the Helix.<br />
Various locations throughout <strong>Falkirk</strong><br />
(please contact Barbara McConnell 01324<br />
504556 for more information)<br />
RELAXATION & MEDITATION<br />
Everyone who attends receives an<br />
information pack on techniques including how<br />
to cope with stress, how to relax, how to stay<br />
mentally healthy. Listen to relaxing music in a<br />
caring friendly atmosphere. All welcome.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
PILATES<br />
Pilates is a workout for the body and the<br />
mind, focusing on the core postural muscles<br />
which help keep the body balanced. Benefits<br />
include improvement in strength, flexibility and<br />
posture.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Greenpark Community Education Centre<br />
YOGA<br />
The practice of Yoga is at least 5000 years<br />
old. Using movement, breathing, posture,<br />
relaxation and meditation it can help bring<br />
balance and harmony of the mind, body and<br />
emotions. Suitable for all ages.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
Community Learning & Development
FRUIT BARRA<br />
Healthy, fresh fruit and vegetables on sale<br />
locally and conveniently at low prices – some<br />
are also accepting Healthy Start vouchers!<br />
Currently running in California Community<br />
Hall, Slamannan, Maddiston, Shieldhill,<br />
Camelon – others are jumping on the ‘barra’<br />
soon so contact your local centre to find out!<br />
SLIMMING CLASS<br />
Come along for support and advice on how to<br />
make good food choices to help lose<br />
unwanted weight or just maintain your weight<br />
and improve your health. All welcome.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
SMOKING CESSATION GROUP<br />
Working in partnership with a number of<br />
agencies including the NHS, these groups<br />
provide “one-stop-shop” service to the local<br />
<strong>community</strong>, giving support to anyone who is<br />
looking to give up smoking.<br />
Westquarter Community Project<br />
LADIES RECREATION GROUP<br />
Meeting weekly for indoor bowling and social<br />
activities.<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
50+ ACTIVITY FORUM<br />
Meets regularly for social and information<br />
events including regular outings and trips.<br />
Chance to catch up with old friends and make<br />
some new ones.<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
BADMINTON CLUB<br />
Several different groups including mixed,<br />
ladies only. Open to new members of all ages<br />
and abilities (children must be supervised).<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
TABLE TENNIS<br />
Several groups including mixed and over 50’s.<br />
Open to new members of all abilities.<br />
The Grange Community Education Centre<br />
CARPET BOWLERS<br />
Mixed group open to new members to play<br />
non-competitively and to meet new friends on<br />
a weekly basis.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
ADULTS FOOTBALL<br />
Various five-a-side football teams looking for<br />
new members. Get fit, keep fit and make new<br />
friends.<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education<br />
Centre<br />
Looking for kids football?<br />
Turn to Section 6 Groups for Children &<br />
Young People<br />
NETBALL<br />
Ladies netball club, play for fun & keep fit.<br />
Open to new members regardless of ability.<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education<br />
Centre<br />
Community Learning & Development Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
COMMUNITY GROUPS<br />
D.A.S.H. (DEPRESSION & ANXIETY<br />
SUPPORT & HELP GROUP)<br />
These groups are open to adults with<br />
depression and anxiety problems and aim to<br />
give support and understanding in a<br />
confidential and informal setting. FREE.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
BASIC COOKING CLASS<br />
Can’t cook or won’t cook, why not come along<br />
to our 6 week course and learn the basic<br />
skills. This course is funded by NHS. FREE.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
PEER EDUCATION<br />
Peer education is an approach which<br />
empowers young people to work with their<br />
peers. The young people participate in<br />
various health related training topics so they<br />
can deliver this to their peers. This is a closed<br />
group. FREE.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
BO'NET (BO'NESS NETWORKING GROUP)<br />
This group work towards improving the quality<br />
of life for the people living in and around<br />
Bo'ness. It has secured funding to run<br />
Roman Week and support the Annual<br />
Victorian Fair and they are now helping with a<br />
Community Futures consultation which is<br />
funded by the Coalfields Regeneration Trust.<br />
Open to new members.<br />
Various meeting locations (please contact<br />
Maria Ford 01506 510629 for further<br />
information)<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
HOMESTART FAMILY GROUPS<br />
Homestart offer support and friendship to<br />
families with at least one child under 5, giving<br />
an opportunity to meet other parents in a<br />
friendly environment, giving support at a time<br />
when life is particularly difficult. Children are<br />
cared for by our crèche. FREE.<br />
Various Community Centres<br />
(please contact Sandra or Carole on 01324<br />
829444 for further information)<br />
TIME OUT FOR PARENTS<br />
This class is to help family relationships and<br />
confidence and handling behaviour problems.<br />
Programmes are tailored to meet the needs of<br />
parents and carers of children 0-10 years.<br />
FREE.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
RESIDENTS ASSOCIATIONS<br />
Residents meetings for various areas of<br />
Denny.<br />
Gill Park : Denny Community Education<br />
Centre<br />
Macara Park : Denny Community Flat<br />
CAMELON AREA REGENERATION<br />
The CARE group meet normally the first<br />
Tuesday of the month. Anyone from the<br />
Camelon area is welcome. FREE.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Community Learning & Development
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COUNCILLOR SURGERIES<br />
Come along to speak to your local <strong>Council</strong>lor<br />
<strong>about</strong> any concerns or issues you may have<br />
with your local area.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
COMMUNITY COUNCILS<br />
Most communities have a Community <strong>Council</strong><br />
which will meet regularly to discuss issues and<br />
events in the area.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEES<br />
Many Centres have a Management Committee<br />
made up of local people who work together<br />
along with their local Community Learning &<br />
Development team to make positive changes<br />
in their <strong>community</strong>. Always open to new<br />
members.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
CREDIT UNION<br />
A credit union is a financial co-operative,<br />
owned by the members and run by volunteers,<br />
providing confidential, safe and ethical savings<br />
accounts and secure affordable loans to<br />
members. Anyone who lives in or works in the<br />
area within the boundary of <strong>Falkirk</strong> <strong>Council</strong> can<br />
join a credit union. Some of the <strong>Falkirk</strong> credit<br />
unions offer payroll deductions, payment<br />
through Standing Order and PayPoint.<br />
Various locations throughout <strong>Falkirk</strong><br />
(please call the main office 01324 473695 or<br />
fdcu@btconnect.com for further information)<br />
Community Learning & Development<br />
COMMUNITY CAFÉS<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre<br />
The Community Café is run by staff and<br />
pupils from Carrongrange School who have<br />
additional <strong>learning</strong> needs. It helps the children<br />
to interact and help in a working environment<br />
to give them some work experience.<br />
Wednesday & Friday<br />
10am – 2.30pm<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
Wednesdays 10am – 1pm<br />
Lunch club entry (call 501470)<br />
Westfield Community Café<br />
Wednesdays & Thursdays<br />
12noon – 2pm<br />
Westquarter Community Café<br />
Monday to Thursday<br />
9.30am – 1pm<br />
Camelon Community Café<br />
The café can also supply catering for outside<br />
functions at very competitive rates.<br />
Please contact the Camelon Community<br />
Project office on 01324 501654 for more<br />
information.<br />
Open Monday to Friday 9am – 2pm<br />
Saturday 9am – 1pm<br />
Did you know?...<br />
There are 42 <strong>Council</strong>-run Youth Clubs<br />
held each week in <strong>Falkirk</strong>? And there<br />
are also loads of independent groups<br />
running in the communities. Turn to<br />
Section 6 : Groups for Children &<br />
Young People to find out more.<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
TALES FOR TOTS<br />
Especially designed for parents, grandparents<br />
and/or carers with toddlers, this course helps<br />
participants learn new skills in creating<br />
children’s stories. Also included is the<br />
opportunity for participants to make a DVD<br />
reading their story which they can take home<br />
for their toddlers. FREE.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> (please contact James Tate 01324<br />
504414 for more information)<br />
NIFTY FIFTIES<br />
This ever expanding group has approx 50<br />
members (men & women) who meet on a<br />
Tuesday, 1-3pm in Bankier Community Hall.<br />
They have a varied programme, carpet<br />
bowling, guest speakers, practical activities<br />
and outings. New members always welcome<br />
Bankier Community Hall (please contact<br />
07858347643 for more information)<br />
RAINBOW MUSLIM LADIES GROUP<br />
This is a cultural group whose aim is to<br />
provide social, leisure and educational<br />
opportunities for women from minority ethnic<br />
backgrounds living in <strong>Falkirk</strong>. FREE.<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
FORTH VALLEY INDIAN WOMEN’S<br />
ASSOCIATION<br />
A monthly group giving opportunities for<br />
activities and discussion for Indian women<br />
and their families.<br />
The Grange Community Education Centre<br />
OVER 60s LUNCH CLUB<br />
Lunchtime group offering lunch (including tea<br />
& coffee) at special rates for local people<br />
aged 60 years young and over. You can also<br />
get involved a variety of activities including<br />
outings, bingo and savings schemes while<br />
making new friends.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
CHAT<br />
Support group for families of children who are<br />
diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum disorders.<br />
Provides support for parents and activities for<br />
young people.<br />
Maddiston Community Centre<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
CAN DO GROUP<br />
You can, Can Do too! If you have ideas for<br />
<strong>community</strong> activities or issues, some time to<br />
give or skills to share, why not join the Can<br />
Do group on Tuesday mornings. Free<br />
childcare is available if needed. FREE.<br />
Childcare for Excellence Centre (The Sub)<br />
FAMILY ACTIVITY GROUP<br />
Run by parents this group meets weekly for<br />
families to socialise, work and play together.<br />
Activities include Arts and crafts, games,<br />
cooking in a family friendly atmosphere.<br />
Kersiebank Community Project<br />
MENS GROUP<br />
The group have been meeting for 15 years<br />
and are always looking for new members.<br />
They take part in various activities and<br />
discussions – and like gooey sponge cake!<br />
FREE.<br />
Denny Community Flat<br />
HAPPY CLUB<br />
A weekly meeting for women in the age range<br />
of 60+ to relax and enjoy a game of bingo, tea<br />
or coffee and a chat. Open to new friends.<br />
The Grange Community Education Centre<br />
COMMUNITY WOMEN’S GROUPS<br />
All women are welcome to join and to take<br />
part in various activities from Food Hygiene to<br />
Fit Finances. These groups are open for<br />
women aged 16-70.<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre<br />
LADIES 50+ GROUP<br />
This group meet every second Thursday for a<br />
variety of activities – from talks on flower<br />
arranging to card making.<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre<br />
Community Learning & Development
DADS GROUP<br />
A tutor-led group for dads which promotes<br />
healthy lifestyles and offers a range of<br />
<strong>learning</strong> opportunities in a supportive<br />
atmosphere. FREE.<br />
Kersiebank Community Project<br />
PARENT & TODDLER GROUPS<br />
These groups cater for parents/carers and<br />
babies and children from 0-5 years.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
TIME FOR ME<br />
This group of parents meet weekly in an<br />
informal environment to chat, exercise or take<br />
time out for themselves. Open to new<br />
members.<br />
The Grange Community Education Centre<br />
BREASTFEEDING GROUP<br />
Supported by health visitors this group<br />
provides support and information for mums on<br />
breastfeeding.<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
SHINE GROUP<br />
A support group for parents with children who<br />
are diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum<br />
Disorders, ADHD etc. FREE.<br />
Denny Community Flat<br />
FAMILIES TOGETHER<br />
This group offers a place for parents and<br />
carers to come together and talk <strong>about</strong><br />
common issues related to bringing up a family.<br />
Childcare for Excellence Centre (The Sub)<br />
PARENTS, CHILDREN & DRUGS<br />
This programme raises awareness <strong>about</strong> drug<br />
problems in the <strong>Falkirk</strong> area. It is ideally<br />
suited for parents, grandparents and/or carers<br />
of primary school age children. FREE.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
THE BOGEY MEN (Dads Can Do Too!)<br />
The ideal place to be if you already like to or<br />
want to learn how to build, construct or design.<br />
From November, the group will be focusing on<br />
designing and constructing gravity carts<br />
(basically bogies with attitude!) to enter next<br />
summer’s championship race ‘Nae Jessies’ in<br />
Aviemore. During the winter there will also be<br />
a few weeks of traditional sledge building.<br />
Bring on the snow! Free crèche can be<br />
arranged if needed.<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
FAMILIES TOGETHER<br />
A space and a place to get together with other<br />
parents/carers & get active on the issues that<br />
matter to you and your family. Meet new<br />
people, learn new skills, make a difference.<br />
The Sub (Excellence in Childcare Centre)<br />
DROP IN SESSIONS<br />
Not ready to join a group? Need a one to one<br />
chat to find out more? Pop in to The Sub,<br />
between 1pm & 3pm, every Wednesday and<br />
ask for Mhairi.<br />
The Sub (Excellence in Childcare Centre)<br />
ABERLOUR CLASP<br />
Family Workers offer help and advice to<br />
parents of young children. They also provide<br />
a range of classes including Baby Massage<br />
and Baby Yoga (fees may be applicable).<br />
Kersiebank Community Project<br />
ACTIVITIES CLUB<br />
This is a support group for families with young<br />
people or children who have Down’s<br />
Syndrome. The whole family are invited to<br />
come along for support, association and a<br />
chance to meet other families. FREE.<br />
The Grange Community Education Centre<br />
Community Learning & Development Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
BRAVEHEART PLUS<br />
The group provides support and guidance to<br />
sufferers from Coronary Heart Disease and<br />
other interested people through talks and<br />
presentations on health matters such as diet,<br />
medication and physical activity. A qualified<br />
Senior Health Mentor will be present at each<br />
meeting. FREE.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre<br />
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU<br />
The Citizens Advance Bureau operates an<br />
outreach service to the <strong>community</strong> providing<br />
vital support to those in rural areas.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> (please contact 01324 626070 for<br />
more information)<br />
THE SUB SESSIONS<br />
Do you have a guitar sitting doing nothing?<br />
Why not dust it down and come along to a<br />
new relaxed group just for men. Learn a few<br />
tunes, meet other folk, have a laugh and<br />
maybe try to write your own songs. All<br />
abilities and ages welcome. Acoustic guitars<br />
can be provided as required. Creche<br />
available if needed. FREE.<br />
Excellence in Childcare Centre (The Sub)<br />
(for further information please contact Ryan<br />
07808 509661or ryan.topping@falkirk.gov.uk)<br />
SOUNDS OF MUSIC<br />
Learn to play musical instruments and make<br />
music in a safe and friendly environment.<br />
This programme is designed for adults<br />
experiencing mental health difficulties. FREE.<br />
Park Street Community Education Centre<br />
Did you know?...<br />
There are 26 different locations<br />
throughout the <strong>Falkirk</strong> area running<br />
groups or classes?<br />
Have a look at Section 10 to find out<br />
which one is closest to you!<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
FALKIRK EQUAL PEOPLE GROUP<br />
A group for adults with additional <strong>learning</strong><br />
needs giving an opportunity for them to<br />
socialise, learn new things and get involved.<br />
FREE.<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
THE PEN GROUP<br />
The Pen Group meets on a Monday Evening<br />
in <strong>Falkirk</strong>. Our aim is to help people with<br />
special needs to become more independent<br />
out in the <strong>community</strong>.<br />
Park Street Community Education Centre<br />
PHAB CLUB<br />
Club for physically handicapped and able<br />
bodied people of all ages. The group meet<br />
weekly to socialise, find out information and<br />
go on regular outings.<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
SIGNPOST<br />
Support, information and advice service for<br />
people experiencing or living with drug and/or<br />
alcohol misuse.<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
Denny Community Flat<br />
(please contact Signpost Recovery 0845 673<br />
1774 for more information)<br />
HEADWAY<br />
This group offers a range of support services<br />
and activities for people, from across the<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> area, experiencing memory loss due to<br />
brain injury.<br />
Bainsford Community Centre<br />
Community Learning & Development
HOBBIES & INTERESTS<br />
SENIOR CITIZENS DOMINOES<br />
Come along and test out your domino skills<br />
while meeting new friends.<br />
Airth Community Hall<br />
LANGUAGE COURSES<br />
French, German, Italian and Spanish are on<br />
offer from beginners to advanced.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
FALKIRK GAELIC FORUM<br />
This group holds monthly meetings that are<br />
open to all Gaelic and non-Gaelic speakers<br />
interested in the promotion of the Gaelic<br />
language and culture and working towards the<br />
provision of Gaelic medium education in<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong>.<br />
Camelon Community Project (please<br />
contact falkirkgaelic@yahoo.co.uk for further<br />
information)<br />
GAELIC<br />
Two classes are running each week for<br />
complete beginners and one for intermediate<br />
level learners.<br />
Camelon Community Project (please<br />
contact Diane keezimac@aol.com<br />
07963123125 for further information)<br />
DAWSON SOCIAL CLUB<br />
Bingo and banter every Sunday evening<br />
from 7-9pm<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
BINGO<br />
Running every week and open to all ages.<br />
Eyes down on Wednesdays at 1.30pm!<br />
Westquarter Community Education Project<br />
SCRABBLE CLUB<br />
Do you enjoy a sociable game of Scrabble?<br />
This long established group welcomes<br />
Scrabble players of all standards who enjoy<br />
meeting like-minded people.<br />
Park Street Community Education Centre<br />
BRIDGE CLUB<br />
Come along and pit your wits and card skills<br />
while meeting new friends.<br />
Greenpark Community Education Centre<br />
MODEL RAIL CLUB<br />
Meeting twice a week, this group is for model<br />
train enthusiasts of all ages.<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education<br />
Centre (please contact Bruce Duncan 01324<br />
553594 for more information)<br />
SCALE MODELLERS GROUP<br />
The group meet to give advice and guidance<br />
on any scale modelling projects - from World<br />
War II to Sci-fi, from plastic to resin. All<br />
welcome.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
METAL DETECTORS<br />
Come along to meet other metal detectors for<br />
a coffee and a chat <strong>about</strong> your hobby.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
MILLAR HALL CHURCH<br />
Meeting on the last Sunday of every month in<br />
the Dawson Centre. All welcome.<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
TRYST COMMUNITY CHURCH<br />
Meeting every Sunday for worship, this group<br />
and is open to any new members.<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre<br />
Community Learning & Development Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
LOCAL HERITAGE & FAMILY HISTORY<br />
SELF SUPPORT GROUPS<br />
Explore the local area, share your knowledge<br />
and meet new people to ‘root’ out your<br />
family’s past at one of these groups.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
MADDISTON & RUMFORD LOCAL<br />
HISTORY GROUP<br />
Meeting monthly to research and record the<br />
history of the area and <strong>community</strong>.<br />
Maddiston Community Centre<br />
SHIELDHILL HERITAGE PROJECT<br />
Researching and recording local history to<br />
produce a book and DVD on memories of the<br />
local area.<br />
Shieldhill Community Centre<br />
WESTQUARTER MEMORIES GROUP<br />
This group started up when local activists<br />
came together to produce a book on the<br />
history of Westquarter. The book was<br />
launched in 2011 with copies finding their way<br />
as far as Australia, Canada and the USA!<br />
Although the book has been published the<br />
group still meets regularly every week and are<br />
open to new members.<br />
Westquarter Community Project<br />
GENEALOGY<br />
This course is intended for people new to<br />
genealogy who need a bit of information on<br />
where to begin. Following a general<br />
introduction to the subject, it covers the use of<br />
and access to the Registers of Births,<br />
Marriages and Deaths, Old Parish Records,<br />
Census Returns etc.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
Westquarter Community Project<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
BRAHG<br />
This group is for older people in the<br />
<strong>community</strong> who have an interest in sharing,<br />
recording and archiving their memories for<br />
future generations.<br />
They also have an interest in the local<br />
environment and the wildlife and improving it<br />
for all to enjoy. FREE.<br />
Langlees & Bainsford Community<br />
Learning Centre (please contract Sarah<br />
Stow 01324 501462 for more information)<br />
CHANGING CHILDHOODS<br />
Discussion group on changes in childhood<br />
from 1900 to present day. Currently at<br />
1980's. Chance to talk <strong>about</strong> toys, outdoor<br />
and indoor games, school and to compare<br />
your childhood with children today. Creche<br />
provided.<br />
Location: Ettrick Dochart Community Hall,<br />
Dochart Place, Hallglen.<br />
RIVER CARRON FISHERIES GROUP<br />
This group is an environmental, biodiversity<br />
and wildlife conservation group - the<br />
management body for the entire river system.<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre (Please<br />
contact secretary@rcfmg.co.uk or visit<br />
www.rcfmg.co.uk for further information)<br />
FLY-TIE GROUP<br />
This weekly group is opened to all ages and<br />
abilities, providing support and information on<br />
fly fishing.<br />
Ettrick Dochart Centre, Hallglen<br />
COMMUNITIES ALONG THE CARRON<br />
The Association works in partnership with a<br />
number of funders and services of <strong>Falkirk</strong><br />
<strong>Council</strong> on various projects on behalf of the<br />
16 communities along the 19.8 miles of the<br />
River Carron. The group meet monthly at<br />
Camelon Community Project (for further<br />
information please contact Christine Bell<br />
01324 501962)<br />
Community Learning & Development
BONNYBRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHY SOCIETY<br />
The society meet to plot a photographic<br />
history of Bonnybridge and surrounding areas<br />
and are also involved in putting together work<br />
for exhibitions.<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education<br />
Centre<br />
DOG TRAINING<br />
Dog training isn’t just <strong>about</strong> obedience – have<br />
fun while <strong>learning</strong> techniques, methods and<br />
approaches with your dog.<br />
Airth Community Hall<br />
CAGE BIRD SOCIETY<br />
Meeting monthly for discussion and to help<br />
with preparing for shows and events.<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
GRANGEMOUTH CHESS CLUB<br />
The club meets weekly on Wednesdays from<br />
7-10pm to play competitive chess against<br />
other clubs in the Central Scotland League<br />
and in the National League. Members can<br />
compete in weekend tournaments. The<br />
charge is presently £15 per club member per<br />
season.<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
(please contact Bill Gray on 01324 710823 for<br />
more information)<br />
DENNY WRITERS GROUP<br />
The members are a friendly group of people<br />
who are hobby writers or professionals. This<br />
group is self supporting and invite in guest<br />
tutors and lecturers.<br />
Denny Community Education Centre<br />
COMMUNITY GREEN INITIATIVE<br />
CGI is a volunteer environmental group in<br />
Dunipace/Denny which publishes quarterly<br />
New Leaf News.<br />
Dunipace Parish Church<br />
(please contact 07720648317, email<br />
<strong>community</strong>greeninitiative@yahoo.co.uk or<br />
visit www.cgiscotland.org for more<br />
information)<br />
TUBS, FLOWERS & HERBS<br />
A short course will be held in the Spring which<br />
will help you plant up tubs, hanging baskets<br />
with a variety of flowers and herbs. Check out<br />
WASP’s web site for details nearer the time.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY<br />
The group meet on the last Sunday of each<br />
month with various speakers with different<br />
expertise in gardening and gardening issues.<br />
Contact the centre to find out who is taking<br />
the next talk.<br />
Greenpark Community Education Centre<br />
FLORAL ART<br />
Anyone with an interest in flower arranging<br />
would be most welcome to join this group.<br />
Come along with your own flowers to learn<br />
some new skills and share tips and tricks.<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
Greenpark Community Centre<br />
Did you know?...<br />
A recent survey of residents in<br />
Camelon showed that 87% are<br />
positive <strong>about</strong> the area they live in.<br />
82% of residents in Bainsford &<br />
Langlees felt the same and 66 %<br />
felt that their area had improved.<br />
What do you like best <strong>about</strong><br />
where you live?<br />
Community Learning & Development Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
NEEDLES & PINS GROUP<br />
Invitation to all levels of Knitters and<br />
Crocheters! Come along and join us at this<br />
new group, just bring along your own knitting<br />
and crochet projects to enjoy time with<br />
likeminded people and an opportunity to share<br />
your skills. This is not a taught class but there<br />
will be people there to help any person who is<br />
a beginner.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
CROSS STITCH CLUB<br />
This group meet on a weekly basis and share<br />
their skills. Bring your own cross stitch. All<br />
welcome.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
CRAFTY HOOKERS – KNITTING &<br />
CROCHET<br />
This group is for anyone that wants to come<br />
along and either Knit or Crochet from 12.30pm<br />
-2.30pm on a Tuesday afternoon.<br />
Denny Community Education Centre<br />
KNITTING & SEWING<br />
One of the oldest groups running at the<br />
Westquarter <strong>community</strong> wing the knitting and<br />
sewing group meets every week. Open to<br />
new members of all ages and abilities.<br />
Westquarter Education Wing<br />
SEWING CLASS<br />
Get help with making your own curtains,<br />
cushions, blinds, draft excluder or even<br />
dresses! Bring your own material and get help<br />
to make whatever project you like.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Greenpark Education Centre<br />
POLMONT QUILTERS<br />
A group of very talented women who enjoy<br />
quilt making and displaying their hard work at<br />
their annual exhibition. New members<br />
welcome.<br />
Greenpark Education Centre<br />
CARD MAKING<br />
This group meet to try out new skills to make<br />
their own greetings cards.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
ARTS & CRAFTS<br />
Mixed groups held on various days looking at<br />
many different art & craft skills – such as<br />
jewellery making, scrap booking, flower<br />
arranging, glass slumping, pottery, mounting &<br />
framing, Christmas crafts and felt making.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
ART CLASSES<br />
Classes are held on various days for all levels<br />
– beginners to advanced artists. Come alone<br />
and learn different styles and techniques and<br />
paint your own masterpiece!<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
FELT MAKING<br />
An opportunity to discover the basic skills of<br />
felt making to create your own unique<br />
jewellery and accessories. No experience<br />
necessary.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
CROCHET CLASS<br />
Come along and learn all the basic stitches<br />
and how to read a pattern. Open to all levels,<br />
all ages, and covering all styles from the ultra<br />
modern to the timeless and traditional. Learn<br />
to make baby blankets, flowers, accessories,<br />
dolls, gifts, toys, jewellery and more.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
PATCHWORK<br />
Learn how to cut fabric with a rotary cutter & to<br />
piece fabrics together to create cushions, etc.<br />
Suitable for both beginners and people with<br />
some knowledge of patchwork.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
Community Learning & Development
BEGINNERS COMPUTING<br />
If you are a complete beginner to computers<br />
then this course is for you! Covering basic<br />
computing skills and how to use your<br />
computer to surf the internet and use email.<br />
10 week course – FREE<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
6 week course – WASP registration fee<br />
£6.50<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
FAST TRACK ICT<br />
Fast Track ICT gives you the opportunity to<br />
learn at your own pace. These classes are<br />
open to anybody who is unemployed and<br />
looking for work.<br />
FREE<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
ICT & COMPUTING<br />
Most of the following courses can be delivered at various locations throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong>. Please contact Linda Weatherly on 01324 501696 for more information<br />
or to add your name to the waiting list for the next course.<br />
FREE INTERNET & COMPUTER ACCESS<br />
Researching for the kid’s school projects or<br />
looking for a sunshine break? Come along<br />
and use the facilities.<br />
Various Community Centres and Libraries<br />
throughout <strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local<br />
centre for more information<br />
COMMUNITY GROUPS WEB DEVELOPMENT<br />
This course is available to <strong>community</strong><br />
organisations that don’t employ staff.<br />
Organisations learn, at their own pace, how to<br />
develop and maintain a website, and at the<br />
end of the course will have created their own<br />
website. Courses currently run in Camelon<br />
Local Learning Centre, but if a number of<br />
groups from one area wish to take part it may<br />
be possible to deliver the course locally.<br />
FREE<br />
CAMERAS IN THE COMMUNITY<br />
Got a new camera and would like to know<br />
how to work it? Come along for a beginners<br />
guide to digital cameras.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
USING PAINT SHOP PRO<br />
Use this popular software application to<br />
adjust, retouch and restore, combine and<br />
enhance your digital photographs<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
WASP COMPUTER GROUP<br />
This is a self-supporting group for students<br />
who meet to share an interest, and range of<br />
knowledge, in computer hardware (and a little<br />
bit of software). Flexible class discussing a<br />
range of computer related topics. All are<br />
welcome - please note that some hardware<br />
and/or software knowledge is required as this<br />
is not a taught class.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
Community Learning & Development Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
LITERACY/NUMERACY CLASSES<br />
Did you know that 1 in 4 adults in Scotland<br />
struggle with day to day tasks involving<br />
reading, writing and numbers? If you would<br />
like to brush up on your skills you can get help<br />
by attending one of the many Literacy and<br />
Numeracy groups across <strong>Falkirk</strong>. FREE.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> (please contact 01324 504450 for<br />
more information)<br />
ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER<br />
LANGUAGES (ESOL)<br />
Courses for adults (16+) who do not speak<br />
English as a first language and need help with<br />
speaking, reading, writing and listening in<br />
English. Topics include; General English,<br />
SQA Accreditation, Citizenship, Survival<br />
English, Mother & Baby Health and<br />
Workplace English.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> (please contact 01324 503674 for<br />
more information)<br />
HEALTH ISSUES IN THE COMMUNITY<br />
What affects your health? What does health<br />
mean to you? A <strong>community</strong> <strong>development</strong><br />
approach to tackling health issues, working<br />
out the problems and organising and taking<br />
action on health issues that affect you.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
CORE SKILLS<br />
DENNY SPEAKERS<br />
This group helps people to improve their<br />
confidence through public speaking.<br />
Denny Community Flat<br />
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT<br />
Personal Development provides an<br />
opportunity to take time to look at who you are<br />
and where you would like to be in the future.<br />
Weekly sessions include confidence building,<br />
stress management, problem solving,<br />
realising your potential and, not least, fun!<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
EMPLOYABILITY & WORK CLUBS<br />
This group is open to anyone unemployed<br />
and looking for support to help them get back<br />
into work. Covering all the skills you need to<br />
find a job – from writing your CV to interview<br />
skills to training. FREE.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
DEVELOP YOUR POTENTIAL COURSE<br />
A combination of activities and tasks to<br />
enhance your skills, experience and<br />
knowledge to help plan for the future.<br />
Wider Access to School Project (WASP)<br />
Community Learning & Development
GROUPS FOR CHILDREN &<br />
YOUNG PEOPLE<br />
YOUTH CLUBS<br />
Junior and senior youth clubs offering<br />
opportunities for young people at Primary and<br />
Secondary School. These groups provide<br />
young people with activities and the chance to<br />
have fun, socialise, and learn <strong>about</strong> issues<br />
that affect their lives in a safe environment.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
ROCK THE TALK<br />
Rock the Talk aims to provide opportunities<br />
for young people across <strong>Falkirk</strong> to gain both<br />
music and life skills, confidence and<br />
knowledge through involvement in music<br />
projects. We run weekly workshops, regular<br />
gigs, residentials and training opportunities.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> (please contact Ryan 01324 508776<br />
for more information)<br />
DETACHED YOUTH WORK<br />
The Detached Youth Work team work with<br />
hard to reach and challenging young people<br />
in non-structured <strong>community</strong> settings to help<br />
reduce anti-social behaviour. Working with<br />
young people in all weather conditions, at<br />
unsocial prime times and in areas and<br />
circumstances that may seem dangerous to<br />
some people, this type of unstructured<br />
working is the key to positive outcomes for<br />
both young people and local communities.<br />
Various areas throughout <strong>Falkirk</strong> (please<br />
contact Bill Little on 01324 501711 for more<br />
information)<br />
OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE<br />
WITH ADDITIONAL SUPPORT NEEDS<br />
Providing youth activities for children and<br />
young people with additional support needs<br />
from across the <strong>Falkirk</strong> area.<br />
Kersiebank Community Project<br />
Dawson Centre (please contact Children &<br />
Disabilities Team, Social Work Services<br />
01324 501200 for more information)<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre<br />
Denny Community Education Centre<br />
DISABLED ART CLASS<br />
This group offers children and young people<br />
from across the <strong>Falkirk</strong> area, the chance to<br />
take part in a range of arts activities.<br />
Dawson Centre (please contact Children &<br />
Disabilities Team, Social Work Services<br />
01324 501200 for more information)<br />
Community Learning & Development Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
FUSION<br />
This is an exciting new youth club in Bo’ness<br />
for young people between S1-S6 providing a<br />
wide range of personal, social, recreational<br />
and <strong>learning</strong> opportunities.<br />
Bo'ness Recreation Centre (please contact<br />
the Bo’ness Education Base on 01506<br />
778550 for more information)<br />
YOUNG SCOT – NATIONAL ENTITLEMENT<br />
CARDS<br />
The National Entitlement Card for young<br />
people is a free card for young people aged<br />
11-25. Your card entitles you to offers and<br />
discounts at local and national businesses. If<br />
you are aged 16-19 you can also apply for<br />
50% discount on travel costs. You can also<br />
apply for funding to take on projects or attend<br />
training on web journalism and blogging.<br />
www.youngscot.org<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> (please call 01324 504440 for more<br />
information)<br />
YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS<br />
This is a nationally recognised awards<br />
scheme for young people aged 10-25 years<br />
old, credited through the Scottish Qualification<br />
Framework. Accreditation is offered through<br />
various youth clubs and opportunities.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
OPEN DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD<br />
GROUPS<br />
For young people aged 14-24 years old who<br />
want to achieve their Bronze, Silver or Gold<br />
Duke of Edinburgh Awards.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> (please contact Tom Whalley<br />
01324 504445 or tom.whalley@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
for more information)<br />
AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS<br />
After School Care clubs for children attending<br />
local primary schools during school term time<br />
(depending on demand).<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
HOMEWORK FUN CLUB<br />
Open to P5-7 pupils, giving time to catch up<br />
on homework and have some fun. They meet<br />
3.15-4.45pm every Tuesday<br />
Maddiston Community Centre<br />
FALKIRK COUNCIL SPORTS<br />
DEVELOPMENT<br />
A range of junior (P1-P7) and senior (S1-S6)<br />
sports activity programmes. Registration<br />
required is required and spaces are limited so<br />
call quick to avoid disappointment!<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education<br />
Centre<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> Football Club, Westfield<br />
The Grange Community Education Centre<br />
(please contact Sports Development 01324<br />
503730 for more information)<br />
Community Learning & Development
BATON TWIRLERS<br />
Children from 4 years old are welcome to join<br />
and learn how to start baton twirling.<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education Centre<br />
(please contact Lorraine 01236 610200 for<br />
more information)<br />
Camelon Community Project (please<br />
contact Yvonne 07871812853 for more<br />
information)<br />
CHEERLEADING<br />
Children from 4 years old are welcome to<br />
come along and learn cheerleading dance.<br />
This is an excellent opportunity for children to<br />
make new friends and stay active.<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education Centre<br />
Maddiston Community Centre<br />
DANCE & MOVEMENT<br />
Dance class for children aged 3 years & over.<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
HIGHLAND DANCING<br />
Dance class for children aged 5 years & over.<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
CAMELON ARTS JUNIOR DANCE GROUP<br />
Dance for fun (age 5-10 years)<br />
Dance/Choreography (age 11 years+)<br />
This group takes part in two performances a<br />
year. Dance styles include Hip Hop, Jazz,<br />
Musical theatre, Contemporary, Latino/Latin<br />
funk and many more.<br />
Camelon Community Project (Please call<br />
Dianne on 07973348578 for more information)<br />
SEWING GROUP FOR CHILDREN<br />
Learn how to knit, sew and use a sewing<br />
machine to customise your clothes or other<br />
projects. Open to children from 8 years old.<br />
Kersiebank Community Project<br />
ACROBATICS, DANCING & DRAMA<br />
Several different classes for children and<br />
young adults aged 4 years old and up<br />
incorporating acrobatics, dance and drama<br />
elements. Classes organised by B Sloan<br />
School of Dance, Gwendolyn Arthur School of<br />
Dance and Central Scotland School of Ballet.<br />
Various Community Centres throughout<br />
<strong>Falkirk</strong> – please contact your local centre<br />
for more information<br />
ZUMBATOMIC<br />
Designed exclusively for kids from 8 to 12<br />
years old, with specially choreographed, kidfriendly<br />
routines and all the music kids love,<br />
like hip-hop, reggaeton, and more.<br />
Camelon Community Project<br />
FOOTBALL TRAINING<br />
Football training for various age groups<br />
including Under 9’s, Under 10’s and Under<br />
11’s. Registration required.<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education Centre<br />
DAWSON ASTROTURF PITCH<br />
The Astroturf pitch is available for use by<br />
young people from the Dawson area at the<br />
following reduced rates.<br />
Under 12 years : 10p<br />
12 – 16 years : 25p<br />
Over 16 years : 50p<br />
Please contact the Centre for prices for non-<br />
Dawson residents.<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
Youth Clubs run throughout the year but they<br />
will be closed for the following weeks:<br />
Christmas: 17th December to 6th January<br />
Easter: 1st to 14th April<br />
May Holiday: 6th May<br />
Clubs close on 28th June for the Summer<br />
holidays but there will be a Summer<br />
Programme in each area<br />
Community Learning & Development Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk
THE X-POD PROJECT<br />
The X-POD is coming to YOUR area!<br />
What is an X-Pod? An X-Pod is a converted steel shipping container. It is converted inside to<br />
provide young people with multi-media experiences and other positive activities and<br />
opportunities.<br />
What age is it for? Young people between 12 – 16yrs<br />
Who are we? We are youth workers employed by <strong>Falkirk</strong> <strong>Council</strong> to make contact with young<br />
people where they meet on the streets, parks and tunnels etc….<br />
Why? We want to meet young people and provide them with positive opportunities, if we can,<br />
including new youth facilities. We want to make your <strong>community</strong> a better place to live in and help<br />
young people contribute to that.<br />
Contact us with your views: streettalk@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
Contact us on 01324 503675<br />
to find out where we are this week!<br />
All workers will be wearing <strong>Falkirk</strong> <strong>Council</strong> identification<br />
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WORK CLUBS<br />
Are you looking for a job?<br />
Don’t know where to start?<br />
Come along to your local <strong>community</strong> centre and join a local group that can help you develop the<br />
skills you need to gain employment. Come along and get free access to a computer for online<br />
job searching in an informal, supportive environment. If you need any help a tutor is always<br />
available.<br />
• Help with writing CVs<br />
• Help with online job searches and job applications<br />
• Advice and guidance on jobs and careers<br />
• Developing your confidence in returning to work<br />
• Building your interview skills<br />
• Friendly support<br />
Come along and see how we can help you :<br />
Work Clubs<br />
Tryst Community Education Centre<br />
Tuesday 1.15 – 3.15pm<br />
Call Diane on 01324 503570<br />
Bankier Community Wing, Banknock<br />
Thursday 9.30 – 11.30am<br />
Call Lynne on 01324 841419<br />
Denny Wider Access to School Project<br />
Wednesday 10am – 12noon<br />
Call Jill on 01324 822895<br />
Work Clubs with Fast Track<br />
Call Linda on 01324 501696 for more information on the following groups :<br />
Camelon Local Learning Centre<br />
Tuesday 12.30 – 3pm<br />
Wednesday 9.30am – 12noon<br />
Thursday 12.30 – 3pm<br />
Dawson Centre<br />
Friday 9.30am – 12noon<br />
Denny Community Flat<br />
Tuesday 1 – 3pm<br />
Call Lynne on 01324 824623<br />
Westquarter Community Education Project<br />
Wednesday 10am – 1pm<br />
Call John on 01324 503987<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education Centre<br />
Wednesday 9.30am – 12noon<br />
Case Study - John from Larbert<br />
John is a member of one of our groups. He found out <strong>about</strong> the<br />
group from the job centre, where he picked up a leaflet when he<br />
went to sign on. John came along to learn how to use a computer,<br />
and gain more skills to improve his prospects of finding a job.<br />
John says he thought it would be difficult joining the group for the<br />
first time. He didn’t know what to expect, but the group was really<br />
friendly, really welcoming, and the group doesn’t<br />
feel like a chore – it’s a social event too, and the<br />
other members of the group have become his<br />
friends. John has also moved on and is now<br />
working towards his ECDL (European Computer<br />
Drivers Licence).<br />
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FALKIRK WEST COMMUNITY<br />
PLANNING<br />
We asked! You said! Now make it matter!<br />
Services designed with and for People and Communities<br />
In 2003 the Government placed a duty on all local <strong>Council</strong>s and their partner agencies to work<br />
with local people as part of Community Planning Partnerships. These Partnerships were told to<br />
develop a clear understanding of local needs and opportunities, plan for improvements and<br />
deliver improvements and actions<br />
Understand the Local Needs<br />
As a starting point, statistical information <strong>about</strong> the area was gathered from a variety of sources<br />
such as the Scottish Government, Office of National Statistics, <strong>Falkirk</strong> <strong>Council</strong> and Forth Valley<br />
Health Board for sections of the <strong>Falkirk</strong> West area, including Bainsford, Langlees, Camelon,<br />
Tamfourhill, Larbert, Stenhousemuir, Bonnybridge and Denny. This included health, social<br />
economic, education, life expectancy, unemployment and receipt of benefits.<br />
To get the views of the local people, door to door surveys have been carried out and to date<br />
12000 households have taken part in this consultation. Thank you to everyone who has helped<br />
us with this!<br />
Plan for Improvements<br />
The next step was to organise a number of events with local<br />
officers, local groups and local residents to feed back the<br />
results. A graphic artist captured people’s views and helped<br />
to identify the actions to be taken forward. Networks are<br />
now being set up in each area to help local people and<br />
services to come together and create joined up solutions.<br />
Deliver Improvements/Action<br />
Following this process, a Community Action Plan will be developed<br />
for each area that will:<br />
• be created by the <strong>community</strong> based on their perceptions<br />
• be informed by the local <strong>community</strong> and the skills and<br />
knowledge from which others can learn<br />
• be useable by all agencies<br />
• inform and address inequalities<br />
• target <strong>Falkirk</strong> <strong>Council</strong> services and agencies where they are<br />
needed most<br />
• incorporate existing policies<br />
• be communicated through the setting up of local networks<br />
• invest in the capacity of local people and groups so that change lasts<br />
For further information please contact your<br />
Local Community Planning Officer:<br />
Kate Kane<br />
01324 501710<br />
kate.kane@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
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CHRISTMAS MARKET<br />
COMMUNITY PANTOMIME<br />
“There’s a Beanstalk Growin in Kemlin”<br />
Saturday 15th December<br />
Matinee 2pm, Evening performance 7pm<br />
Rosebank Hall, Camelon Education Centre<br />
All proceeds in aid of Maggies Caring Centre<br />
Tickets available from Camelon Education Centre<br />
Adults £3 Children £2<br />
WASP CHIRSTMAS FAIR<br />
Saturday 24th November 2012<br />
10am – 2pm<br />
Masonic Hall, Kirkslap, Denny<br />
Adult £2.00, Child £1.00 (includes light refreshment)<br />
Come along and enjoy all the fun at our Christmas Market.<br />
There will be craft stalls, demonstrations, competitions, games, entertainment and things to do<br />
and make. The café will be open throughout the day serving light snacks.<br />
What a great way to get into the Christmas mood –<br />
so come along and join us!<br />
Tickets on sale now from WASP office<br />
or committee members<br />
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SPOTLIGHT ON<br />
DENNY EDUCATION CENTRE<br />
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Denny Centre is centrally located in Denny, within the grounds<br />
of Denny Primary School. The centre has a range of groups<br />
and classes, from Youth Clubs, Adult Learning & Leisure<br />
Groups and Healthy Eating Groups. The centre is also use by<br />
local resident and <strong>community</strong> groups, and meeting rooms are<br />
available for hire.<br />
Try something different!<br />
These groups are looking for new members:<br />
Crafty Hookers<br />
Get your pins and needles at the ready and come along with your knitting or crochet projects.<br />
Beginners are welcome, as are those of you looking to update your skills.<br />
Tuesday, 12.30-2.30pm<br />
Adult Literacy Group<br />
Looking to brush up on your reading, writing or numbers? Then this class is for you. Learning is<br />
tailored to your needs and learn at your own pace. Please call 01324 504450 for more<br />
information.<br />
Time Out for Parents<br />
This course is all <strong>about</strong> building your confidence and skills as a parent. Share ideas and tips with<br />
other parents, and have a bit of time out for you. Creche may be available if needed. The course<br />
starts on Friday 9th November 2012 but further courses will run in 2013. Call the centre to get<br />
your name on the waiting list.<br />
Denny Writers<br />
This is a group of local people who come<br />
together to write and share their stories. A<br />
social group, they learn from each other and<br />
also invite guest speakers and lecturers.<br />
Thursday, 1.30-4pm<br />
Denny Education Centre<br />
40 Duke Street, Denny, FK6 6NW 01324 504260<br />
We are<br />
here!<br />
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SPOTLIGHT ON GREENPARK<br />
COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTRE<br />
The Greenpark Community Centre is situated in Polmont and serves the village and surrounding<br />
area providing a wide ranging and varied programme. The centre is open to the whole<br />
<strong>community</strong>, both young and old, focusing on social, educational and leisure time activities. The<br />
centre is run by a voluntary management committee supported by <strong>Falkirk</strong> <strong>Council</strong>’s Community<br />
Learning & Development Service.<br />
At present the <strong>community</strong> centre is in the later<br />
stages of an extensive refurbishment programme,<br />
including new windows and redecoration.<br />
In addition to the well developed programme a<br />
couple of new groups have been established<br />
recently in response to <strong>community</strong> requests.<br />
The first group is a new junior youth club which runs<br />
every Wednesday from 6.30-8pm. This group is run by Lisa McCallum,<br />
Centre Co-ordinator, along with her team of local parents and helpers<br />
who have all generously volunteered their time.<br />
The second group is the new playgroup which has recently moved from Polmont Community Hall.<br />
The new group operates daily from 9.30am-12pm allowing pre- school children to play and<br />
interact with their peers in a fun filled programme of activities.<br />
We are<br />
here!<br />
Having fun at the new<br />
junior youth group!<br />
Greenpark Community Centre<br />
Greenpark Drive, Polmont FK2 0PZ<br />
01324 506730<br />
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ABOUT COMMUNITY LEARNING<br />
& DEVELOPMENT<br />
If you would like to find out more <strong>about</strong> any of the groups mentioned in this<br />
newsletter, or if you would like an informal chat with a Community Learning &<br />
Development Worker <strong>about</strong> your <strong>learning</strong>, please contact any of the offices below.<br />
We look forward to hearing from you!<br />
PARK STREET EDUCATION CENTRE<br />
Park Street, <strong>Falkirk</strong>, FK1 1RE<br />
01324 503670<br />
DAWSON CENTRE<br />
David’s Loan, Bainsford, FK2 7RG<br />
01324 501470<br />
CAMELON LOCAL LEARNING CENTRE<br />
Camelon Education Centre<br />
Abercrombie Street, Camelon, FK1 4HA<br />
01324 501696<br />
CAMELON COMMUNITY PROJECT<br />
Camelon Education Centre<br />
Abercrombie Street, Camelon, FK1 4HA<br />
01324 501654<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
MUNICIPAL CHAMBERS<br />
Bo’ness Road, Grangemouth, FK3 8AF<br />
01324 504460<br />
EXCELLENCE IN CHILDCARE CENTRE<br />
(THE SUB)<br />
David’s Loan, Bainsford FK2 7RG<br />
01324 501462<br />
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WIDER ACCESS TO SCHOOL PROJECT<br />
(WASP)<br />
Denny High School, Herbertshire Park,<br />
Denny, FK6 6EE<br />
01324 822895<br />
www.dennywasp.org.uk<br />
BONNYBRIDGE EDUCATION CENTRE<br />
Bridge Street, Bonnybridge, FK4 1AA<br />
01324 503290<br />
BANKIER EDUCATION WING<br />
Bankier Primary School<br />
Bankier Avenue, Banknock, FK4 1TF<br />
01324 504260 or 01324 841419<br />
DENNY COMMUNITY FLAT<br />
26-28 Bridge Crescent, Denny, FK6 6PD<br />
01324 824623<br />
www.the<strong>community</strong>flat.org.uk<br />
AIRTH COMMUNITY HALL<br />
High Street, Airth FK2 8JL<br />
01324 831652<br />
CARRONSHORE COMMUNITY HALL<br />
Main Street, Carronshore FK2 8BY<br />
01324 554470<br />
DENNY EDUCATION CENTRE<br />
40 Duke Street, Denny, FK6 6NW<br />
01324 504260<br />
dennycommedcentre@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
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TRYST COMMUNITY CENTRE<br />
Park Drive, Stenhousemuir, FK5 3BA<br />
01324 503570<br />
BO’NESS EDUCATION BASE<br />
139 North Street, Bo’ness, EH51 9ND<br />
01506 778550<br />
ETTRICK DOCHART COMMUNITY HALL<br />
Ettrick Place, Hallglen, FK1 2QY<br />
01324 639197<br />
FALKIRK DISTRICT CREDIT UNION<br />
4 Station Road, Grangemouth, FK3 9EF<br />
01324 473695<br />
www.fdcu.co.uk<br />
Contact us : CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
GRANGE COMMUNITY EDUCATION<br />
CENTRE<br />
Redding Road, Brightons, <strong>Falkirk</strong>, FK2 9AA<br />
01324 503830<br />
GRANGEMOUTH EDUCATION UNIT<br />
Abbots Road, Grangemouth, FK3 8AH<br />
01324 504585<br />
GREENPARK EDUCATION CENTRE<br />
Greenpark Drive, Polmont, FK2 0PZ<br />
01324 506730<br />
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KERSIEBANK COMMUNITY PROJECT<br />
Old Dundas Primary School, Oxgang Place<br />
Grangemouth, FK3 8JB<br />
01324 508750<br />
MADDISTON COMMUNITY CENTRE<br />
Parkhall Drive, Maddiston,<br />
FK2 0LQ<br />
01324 720960<br />
SHIELDHILL COMMUNITY WING<br />
Shieldhill Primary School, Shieldhill,<br />
FK2 2HA<br />
01324 508546<br />
SLAMANNAN EDUCATION CENTRE<br />
Bank Street, Slamannan, FK1 3EZ<br />
01324 851548<br />
WESTFIELD PARK COMMUNITY PROJECT<br />
Westfield Street, Westfield, <strong>Falkirk</strong>,<br />
FL2 9DT<br />
01324 508520<br />
WESTQUARTER COMMUNITY EDUCATION<br />
PROJECT<br />
Westquarter Primary School<br />
Westquarter Avenue, <strong>Falkirk</strong>, FK3 8AF<br />
01324 506987<br />
Remember you can also email us at CLearningNewsletter@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
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TRAINING & MEETING FACILITIES IN<br />
GRANGEMOUTH MUNICIPAL CHAMBERS<br />
Call 01324 504450 to book.<br />
The Training Room (30 capacity)<br />
Breakout Room 1 (12 capacity)<br />
Breakout Room 2 (8 capacity)<br />
The Resource Library (12 capacity)<br />
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RESOURCES<br />
The following resources may be accessed by <strong>community</strong> groups and<br />
organisations supported by Community Learning & Development<br />
MINIBUSES<br />
To use the minibuses, drivers must have:<br />
- taken part in Induction Training<br />
- completed annual driver checks<br />
To find out if your group is eligible to use the<br />
minibuses, to see if the minibus is available,<br />
and to provisionally book them, please<br />
contact the centres directly:<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education<br />
Centre<br />
The Grange Community Education Centre<br />
Grangemouth Community Education Unit<br />
Slamannan Community Education Centre<br />
MUSIC STUDIO<br />
Open to all members of public to hire for band<br />
practice, rehearsals or just to let out your<br />
inner Rock Star! This is very popular so call<br />
for availability. Hire charges are applicable.<br />
Kersiebank Community Project<br />
Bonnybridge Community Education<br />
Centre<br />
EQUIPMENT<br />
There is also a variety of additional equipment<br />
and resources available to supported<br />
<strong>community</strong> groups such as :<br />
- Voxur (film studio in a box)<br />
- Green Screen (a background filming<br />
tool)<br />
- PP voting (a tool to provide instant<br />
voting results)<br />
For more information on these or any<br />
other resources contact your local<br />
Community Learning & Development<br />
worker.<br />
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USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS &<br />
INFORMATION<br />
ONE STOP SHOPS<br />
• Bo’ness 01506 778770 • Bonnybridge 01324 504141<br />
• Camelon 01324 503640 • Dawson 01324 504234<br />
• Denny 01324 504234 • <strong>Falkirk</strong> 01324 506965<br />
• Grangemouth 01324 504540 • Stenhousemuir 01324 503338<br />
SPECIAL UPLIFT<br />
• 01324 504411<br />
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www.falkirk.gov.uk<br />
HOUSING REPAIRS<br />
• 8am – 9pm Monday to Friday 01324 590590<br />
• Out of hours emergency line 01324 503050<br />
Or email the Contact Centre on contact.centre@falkirk.gov.uk<br />
SCHOOL HOLIDAY DATES 2012 & 2013<br />
12th November – 13th November : Staff Development Days<br />
24th December – 4th January 2013 : Christmas Holidays 2012<br />
7th January (High Schools only) : Staff Development Day<br />
13th – 18th February : Staff Development & Public Holidays<br />
29th March – 12 April : Easter Holidays<br />
6th May : May Holiday<br />
7th May (High Schools only) : Staff Development Day<br />
1st July – 20th August : Summer Holidays<br />
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CONTACT US<br />
So that we can keep improving the service that we give the <strong>community</strong> we would love to hear your<br />
thoughts on this newsletter and if there are any other groups, courses or activities that you would<br />
like to attend. You do not need to give us your name or address but if you would like to be kept up<br />
to date with activities in your area please give your details below.<br />
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