Community Events & Activities in our Community Centre By Lynn Reid Jim Fraser.

Community Events & Activities in our Community Centre

By Lynn Reid Jim Fraser

Why have community events? Bring community together Promote community spirit Make Elderpark a better place to live Helps staff build up a rapport with tenant Strengthen partnership working with other

agencies Promote the Association – increase demand

on waiting list

Events 2007 - 2009

Fun Day - Sept 2007 Fun Day - Jun 2008 Fun Day - Sept 2009 3K Children’s Fun Run - Dec 2009

Fun Day 2007

Fun Day 2008

Not even the rain could dampen the spirits of those who attended. People danced in the street to the sound of classics from the 60's through to the 90's

For those sheltering from the rain there was tea, coffee, cakes and lunch bags generously provided by ASDA at Govan. Bingo was a big hit, hosted by the smooth talking Maintenance Officer Derek

Fun Day 2009The Day of Fun included magicians, face painters, hair-braiders, dance workshop, bouncy castle, birds of prey, fire engine, arts and crafts, wild-life survival, mini beasts and rain forest displays.

Outcomes

Prior to 2010 only one event each year Survey results

Greater demand for more community events Better use of Community Centre Suggestions for future events

2010 Budget increase to £3000 for community events

2010 Events

Easter Egg Hunt - Mar 2010 Treasure Hunt - May 2010 Fun Day / Sports Day – Aug 2010 Coffee morning / Bingo – Sept 2010 Halloween Parade - Oct 2010 Pensioners Christmas Party - Dec 2010

2010

Feedback Quotes

“It’s nice to see the park being used and seeing the children and adults enjoying themselves”

“Elderpark Staff do a great job in the community”

“Great Day – Everything was well organised and lots of fun”

“Wish it was on for longer”

Elderpark Community Centre“What’s On”Day Activity Time Provider

Monday Elderpark Cookery School

Over 50s

Young mothers5pm – 7pm

10am – 12.30pm

Funded Crudens/ Santander

Tuesday Over 50s Craft Café

Children’s Play Group

10am – 4.30pm

5pm – 7pm

Impact arts

Glasgow Life

Wednesday Fitness Class 6pm – 7.30pm Cowglen Sports Club

Thursday Over 50s Craft Café

Youth Club

10am – 4.30pm

7pm – 9pm

Impact Arts

Glasgow Life

Friday Over 50s Craft Café

Youth Club

10am – 4.30pm

7pm – 9pm

Impact arts

Glasgow Life

“Why Have A Community Centre?” Community Space Accessible Additional Services Diversionary Activities Partnering Opportunities Social Return

Future Plans

Operate Independently Increased Tenant Involvement Access to Funding Opportunities Wider Promotion Fully Utilised Increase Range Activities Private functions