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

2. 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

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

4. Fun Day 2007

5. 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

6. Fun Day 2009 The 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.

7. 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

8. 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

9. 2010

10. 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”

11. Elderpark Community Centre “What’s On” DayActivityTimeProvider MondayElderpark Cookery School Over 50s Young mothers 5pm – 7pm 10am – 12.30pm Funded Crudens/ Santander TuesdayOver 50s Craft Café Children’s Play Group 10am – 4.30pm 5pm – 7pm Impact arts Glasgow Life WednesdayFitness Class6pm – 7.30pmCowglen Sports Club ThursdayOver 50s Craft Café Youth Club 10am – 4.30pm 7pm – 9pm Impact Arts Glasgow Life FridayOver 50s Craft Café Youth Club 10am – 4.30pm 7pm – 9pm Impact arts Glasgow Life

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

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