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No 1 Youth Café
Community Guide
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Introduction
This booklet has been created by the young people at Boomerang’s No 1 Youth
Café with the main purpose of informing local residents of the various activities
occurring in their area as well as the various spaces that are available for public use.
It also aims to provide individuals who may require support or assistance with
information about the local projects that may be equipped to deal with such matters.
If your group or project has not been included and they would like to be, or if you
have any comments or suggestions about the booklet please contact:
Boomerang Community Centre
10 Kemback Street
Dundee, DD4 6ET
Tel: (01382) 455656
Note: All information presented is correct as of September 2016
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Contents
Page 3 Alzheimer Scotland
Page 5 Arthurstone Community Library
Page 7 Baxter Park
Page 9 Boomerang Community Centre
Page 11 DEAP Ltd.
Page 13 Dundee and Angus ADHD Support Group
Page 15 Dundee International Sports Centre
Page 17 DISC Target Project
Page 19 Dundee International Women’s Centre
Page 21 Local Schools
Page 23 Prince’s Trust
Page 25 Showcase the Street
Page 27 Stobswell Parish Church & Park Avenue Church Hall
Page 29 The Web Project
Page 31 Community Groups and Community Forums
Page 38 Making of….
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Alzheimer Scotland
Dundee Dementia Resource Centre
9 Morgan Street, Dundee, DD4 6QE
Tel: 01382 210200
Email: [email protected]
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s leading dementia organisation whose work involves
campaigning for the rights of those with dementia as well as the rights of their
families. They also deliver an extensive range of support services which take into
account individual requirements.
Alzheimer Scotland’s Dundee Branch is situated on Morgan Street in the building which was previously occupied by the
Maryfield Medical Centre
The Alzheimer Scotland office located in Dundee can provide support from a local
Dementia Advisor who can help find the support you need, provide advice and
information, connect you to local services as well as helping you to influence the
various services and policies that affect you. The organisation also recognises the
value of peer support and provides various opportunities for this type of support
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including Dementia Cafés where individuals, couples and families can discuss issues
in an informal and comfortable environment. These are just two of the many services
available from the Dundee branch of Alzheimer Scotland.
If you require any further information about Alzheimer Scotland in Dundee and the
various services they provide please contact:
Dundee Dementia Resource Centre
Tel: 01382 210200
Email: [email protected]
Online: www.alzscot.org.uk
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Arthurstone Community Library 5 Arthurstone Terrace, Dundee, DD4 6RT
Tel: 01382 438855
While Arthurstone Community Library functions, as its name suggests, as a public
library it also has a large meeting space situated on the first floor. Although this
space can be utilised by community groups for larger events it can also be sectioned
off for smaller more intimate meetings.
Arthurstone Community Library provides a large and versatile meeting space
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A more informal meeting space which is located off of the main meeting space at Arthurstone Community Library
If you would like to enquire about using this space or require further information,
please contact:
Maryfield Regeneration Team
Arthurstone Community Library (First floor)
5 Arthurstone Terrace, Dundee DD4 6RT
Tel: (01382) 438855
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Baxter Park, Baxter Park Ranger
Centre and Pavilion Baxter Park, Arbroath Road, Dundee, DD4 6NL
Dundee City Council Events and Activities Department
Tel: 01382 436871
Email: [email protected]
Baxter Park covers an area of approximately 38 acres which is made up of mature
parkland, children’s play areas, tennis courts as well as open green spaces. It is also
home to a Ranger Centre and Pavilion.
The Pavilion sits proudly at the heart of Baxter Park with Oor Wullie being a recent visitor.
While both the Ranger Centre and the Pavilion are utilised to host local events such
as Picnic in the Park with the Pavilion also being a popular wedding venue, Dundee
City Council are open to these venues being used for other purposes dependant on
availability and appropriateness of event or activity. Similarly, any requests for usage
of park space can be explored with Dundee City Council.
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Baxter Park Ranger Centre
If you would like further information or wish to enquire about any of these venues,
please contact:
Dundee City Council Events and Activities Department
Tel: 01382 436871
Email: [email protected]
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Boomerang Community Centre 10 Kemback Street, Dundee, DD4 6ET
Tel: 01382 455656
Email: [email protected]
Boomerang is a project which provides a wide range of activities aimed at all ages
with particular emphasis being placed on health and wellbeing as well as education.
The project has four outlets in the Maryfield area with two being utilised for the
delivery of activities and the other two being the operation of the Pavilion Café and
the Boomerang Charity Shop.
Above is Boomerang’s main outlet which is situated at 10 Kemback Street
Within the many services Boomerang provides are those aimed at older people. The
lunch club which operates on weekdays provides the opportunity to socialise while
being provided with a healthy low cost meal, it is also the starting point for many of
the other activities that its members along with other community members ‘
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The No1 Youth Café provides a safe and comfortable environment for young people
Boomerang also caters for young people with evening drop in sessions, a sports
club, an art club and a girls group being among the various activities that young
people can engage in. These groups and sessions are held at the No1 Youth Café
which is a space that young people can identify as their own. While this service is
aimed at those between the ages of 5 and 17 years old, Boomerang also recognises
the value of providing opportunities for younger children. The Parent and Toddler
Group is where children under 5 years old can play and interact with other children of
a similar age while parents and carers socialise in a friendly environment.
Finally, there are various learning opportunities available at Boomerang which brings
together adults of all ages. These cater for the development of new skills, addressing
a particular need or pursuing a particular interest among other things.
This is a brief overview of some of the things going on at Boomerang, if you require
further information or would like to get involved please contact:
Boomerang
Tel: 01382 455656
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.boomerang110.co.uk
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DEAP Ltd.
Unit 12 East, Manhattan Works, Dundonald Street, Dundee, DD3 7PY
Tel: 01382 457575
DEAP Ltd provides support to the residents of Dundee as well as having offices in
Angus and Fife. It is their aim to ensure that people have the knowledge, skills and
support to take advantage of the opportunities available to them. They cater for
those wishing to gain employment, enter further education, engage in accredited or
sector specific training, develop life skills or volunteer.
DEAP Ltd’s Head Office at Manhattan Works
Among the services available at DEAP Ltd is the Next Steps Project, Steps to
Success and Maryfield Evening Youth Project. While these services do vary in their
aims and their delivery, all are designed to enhance individual prospects. It is
important to note that these services place a great deal of emphasis on the
individual’s expressed wishes and needs which help to inform service delivery.
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DEAP Ltd’s IT suite provides modern facilities suited to modern methods of gaining employment and finding information about
training opportunities
DEAP Ltd also offers a programme of training and work experience for those who
are engaging with, and eligible from, Skills Development Scotland. DEAP Ltd is
equipped to deliver stages 2, 3 and 4 of the programme, known as the Employment
Fund, with their base in Dundee being equipped to deliver stages 2 and 3. Those
who are at stage 3 of the programme receive a weekly allowance of £55 along with
travel expenses. Anyone wishing to take part in this programme should first contact
Skills Development Scotland about their eligibility.
If you require any further information about this or any of the other work DEAP Ltd
does, please contact:
DEAP Ltd. (Dundee Office)
Tel: 01382 457575
Web: www.deap.co.uk
You can email DEAP Ltd via the ‘contact us’ tab on their website.
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Dundee and Angus ADHD Support
Group
Unit 15, Manhattan Works, Dundonald Street, Dundee, DD3 7PY
Tel: 07856 110910
Email: [email protected]
The Dundee and Angus ADHD Support Group was founded with the overall purpose
of helping to raise awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. They
provide support to parents and carers through diagnosis of the condition, practical
assistance on how to manage the symptoms of the condition on a day to day basis
as well as sharing information and knowledge.
Dundee and Angus ADHD Support Group’s new premises at Manhattan Works
While parents and carers can receive support and advice confidentially, they can
also participate in monthly support group meetings where there is the opportunity to
hear from various speakers about particular areas of the condition which may be
recurring in their experience of living with, or looking after someone who has
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
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This space at Dundee and Angus ADHD Support Group hosts the weekly youth group
The Dundee and Angus ADHD Support Group also operate a weekly youth group
which operates on a Friday evening from 06:00pm – 08:00pm. This provides young
people who have been diagnosed with the condition the opportunity to engage in
various activities including sports and arts and crafts in a safe environment.
The project are keen to provide volunteering opportunities with voluntary roles
including helping out at fundraising events, supervision of children at the youth group
as well as supervision during any day outings.
If you would like more information about this project, about becoming a volunteer or
wish to enquire about youth group availability please contact:
Dundee and Angus ADHD Support Group
Tel: 07586 110910
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.adhddasupport.org
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Dundee International Sports
Centre Mains Loan, Dundee, DD4 7AA
Tel: 01382 438804
DISC offers modern sporting and fitness facilities at affordable prices
While Dundee benefits from being home to various sports facilities it is perhaps the
Dundee International Sports Centre (DISC) that may be regarded as its main
sporting hub. Although there are numerous teams, clubs and schools who utilise the
facility on a regular basis it is also open to members of the public for one off or
regular use.
The main sports hall accommodates such sports as football, badminton and basketball
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Activities Areas
Football £55/£37* Gymnasium £28/£22*
Hockey £55/£37* Dance £25/£19*
Basketball £43/£31* Water Based Pitch £80/£60*
Netball £43/£31* 3G Pitch £80/£60*
Volleyball £43/ £31* 1/3 3G Pitch £30/£23*
Badminton £10.20/ £6.20*
Short Tennis £10.20/ £6.20*
Table Tennis £5.50/ £4.10* *Lower prices represent concession rates
DISC also offers a programme of children’s and adult fitness classes as well as
benefitting from modern gym facilities. They are also open to negotiating prices for
young people’s groups and charitable organisations. If you wish to enquire about
using the facilities at DISC or require further information, please contact:
DISC
Mains Loan, Dundee, Angus DD4 7AA
Tel: 01382 438804
Web: www.leisureandculturedundee.com
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DISC Target Project
Mains Loan, Dundee, DD4 7AA
Tel: 01382 437109
Email: [email protected]
The DISC Target Project is a young people’s project which operates at the all-
weather sports pitches at Dundee International Sports Centre. While some of the key
activities within this project are football and providing volunteering opportunities for
young people, it is perhaps the level of ownership the young people have over the
project which is its most distinguishing element. Although the project is supported by
Youth Workers and Community Coaches from Dundee United Football Club it is the
young people who decide upon how the project is run.
DISC provides the perfect environment to host the DISC Target Project
The project aims to improve young people’s confidence and self-esteem with a view
to them engaging in, or identifying, the various opportunities available to them. This
is achieved through peer learning with support from project staff. Although the
trained staff are equipped to deal with some of the issues that may present
themselves to young people, they also have a firm understanding of other
organisations which may help to alleviate these issues and will signpost a young
person to these if necessary.
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The modern all weather pitches at DISC which the project use for their sessions
The project operates on a Thursday and Friday evening from 08:00pm – 10:00pm,
as previously mentioned, at the all-weather sports pitches at Dundee International
Sports Centre and operates year round with the only break being around the festive
period.
If you are interested in attending the project or require more information, please
contact:
DISC Target Project
Tel: 01382 437109
Email: [email protected]
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Dundee International Women’s Centre
Unit 9, Manhattan Business Park, Dundonald Street, Dundee, DD3 7PY
Tel: 01382 462058
Email: [email protected]
The Dundee International Women’s Centre (DIWC) provides a range of activities
designed to encourage active participation, empower women and provide a platform
for their voices to be heard in the local and wider community. Particular emphasis is
placed on those from black and ethnic minority communities but the DIWC is
inclusive of all women.
The DIWC’s base in Manhattan Business Park
Among these activities are a range of classes that cater to all tastes with access to
childcare for participants. Classes include but are not limited to:
English (various levels)
Information Technology (various levels)
Driving Theory
Cooking and Baking (various levels)
Employment Workshops
Arts, Crafts and Sewing (various levels)
UK Citizenship
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The IT suite at DIWC is well equipped for classes and other IT needs.
The DIWC is also equipped to provide support as well as information and advice
for Polish and English speaking communities but can accommodate other
languages with prior notice. They also provide many volunteering opportunities
with the option of completing an Award in Volunteering Skills at SQA Levels 3, 4
and 5.
The DIWC provides an environment which is friendly and welcoming
If you require any further information about this project please visit in person or
contact:
Dundee International Women’s Centre
Tel: 01382 462058
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.diwc.co.uk
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Local Schools Customer Services, Dundee House, 50 North Lindsay Street,
Dundee DD1 1QE
Tel: 01382 433558
Email: [email protected] `
While schools in the Dundee are primarily utilised for educational purposes and
when the need arises, election periods, Dundee City Council also encourages the
use of them by the local community. Maryfield benefits from having such school
facilities as Clepington Primary School, Glebelands Primary School and Morgan
Academy which currently hosts a range of evening classes provided by the
Stobswell Adult Learning Association.
Clepington Primary School
Glebelands Primary School
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There are various criteria that must be met prior to a school let being agreed details
of which can be found in the let application from which must be completed prior to
any let being agreed. If you require further information about school letting, the
criteria that must be met before a school let is agreed or a copy of the let application
form please contact:
Customer Services
Tel: 01382 433558
Email: [email protected]
Morgan Academy
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Prince’s Trust
Dundee Centre
1B Kemback Street, Dundee, DD4 6ET
Tel: 01382 448 110
Email: [email protected]
The Prince’s Trust’s Dundee Centre, formerly Fairbridge, supports people from the
age of 13 – 25 years old who find themselves unemployed or are finding school
difficult and are at risk of exclusion. They provide support which helps to stabilise an
individual’s life as well as providing the Fairbridge Programme which is designed to
develop key skills which in turn empower the individual to move into employment,
education or training.
The entrance to the Prince’s Trust’s Dundee Centre located at the bottom of Kemback Street.
The Fairbridge Programme begins with a five day access course where participants
are provided the opportunity to take part in various adventurous activities within the
centre itself as well as spending a few nights out with Dundee. The access course
also allows participants to gain a good perspective of their suitability for the overall
programme and provides the opportunity to get to know others taking part in the
programme.
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The Prince’s Trust President, HRH the Prince of Wales shares a joke on his last visit to Dundee’s centre.
After completion of the five day access course the programme continues with a mix
of one to one support and team activities which are tailored to individual needs.
Participation is voluntary and an individual can be part of the programme for as long
as it is required.
If you require further information about this project please contact:
Prince’s Trust Centre (Dundee)
Tel: 01382 448 110
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.princes-trust.org.uk
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Showcase The Street
Unit 6 and 7, Manhattan Works, Dundonald Street, DD3 7PY
Tel: 01382 699623
While Showcase The Street has locations across Scotland which provide young
people the opportunity to engage in dance and sport based activities it is perhaps
their location at Manhattan Works which is the jewel in their crown. This new facility
offers two dance studios, two indoor 3G sports surfaces, various meeting rooms as
well as amenities for refreshments.
The entrance to the new facility at Manhattan Works One of two dance studios available
Among the various things happening at Showcase The Street are regular dance
classes aimed at individuals 3-18 years old. These classes run throughout the week
and cover a variety of dance styles. Showcase The Street also provides support for
young people aged 14-16 years old which enables them to return to mainstream
education after a period of disengagement. This is delivered through accredited
programmes in sport and dance.
Showcase Futsal is a relatively new project which incorporates a variant of football,
known as futsal, which utilises a smaller ball and is of Brazilian origin. This project is
aimed at developing young people through community classes as well as providing
further activity for young people living in disadvantaged areas.
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One of the 3G surfaces incorporates a skill wall where young people can develop their football skills
If you require further information about this project please contact:
Showcase The Street
Tel: 01382 699623
Web: www.showcasethestreet.co.uk
You can email Showcase The Street via the ‘contact us’ tab on their website.
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Stobswell Parish Church & Park
Avenue Church Hall
172 Albert Street, Dundee, DD4 6QW and 18 Park Avenue, Dundee, DD4 6PP
Tel: 01382 458538
The Maryfield ward is home to various faith organisation buildings that are available
for public use. The Stobswell Parish Church and Park Avenue Church Hall, between
them, perhaps offer the most versatility among these buildings with spaces of
various sizes which cater for all sizes of meetings or groups.
Stobswell Parish Church and Park Avenue Church Halls are both situated in the heart of the Stobswell area
While there are currently many classes, groups and events held at these venues the
church is keen to further increase their use by the local community.
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Although the use of church facilities does come at a cost, these costs are nominal
and indeed are merely in place to cover the cost of any utilities used during hire. If
you require further information or would like to enquire about hiring space at this
church please contact:
Stobswell Parish Church
Tel: 01382 458538
The Park Avenue Church Hall provides ample space and a cost effective option to host such things as children's parties
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The Web Project
South East Pavilion, Baxter Park, Dundee, DD4 7HD
Tel: 01382 458 128
Email: [email protected]
The Web Project provides a range of services for young people in the Maryfield area
as well as those from other areas in Dundee. Their aim is to promote the health and
wellbeing of young people with particular attention being paid to sexual health and
the provision of information about alcohol and drugs.
The Web Project is situated opposite the tennis courts at the south east corner of Baxter Park and provides a comfortable
environment for young people who visit.
This is achieved firstly through education and information sessions which are
delivered to young people 10-18 years’ old who are excluded from school, looked
after in the community or in residential care, in secure accommodation or are young
offenders. The Web Project is equipped to deliver these sessions in a range of
settings but priority is given to Residential Care Units, Off-site Schools, Residential
Schools, Learning Support Departments, Secure Accommodation and Secure
Accommodation Services.
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The Web Project also provides drop in sessions for young people aged 10-25 which
operate weekly on Mondays and Fridays from 03:00pm -05:00pm. These sessions
provide a young person who may want information or has concerns about their
health and wellbeing the opportunity to discuss this in a safe and confidential
environment. This can include information about sexual health or drugs and alcohol.
The project also accepts 1:1 referrals from other agencies, family members as well
as self-referrals.
If you require any further information about this project please contact:
The Web Project
Tel: 01382 458 128
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.cairscotland.org.uk
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Friends of Baxter Park Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/baxterparkdundee
Friends of Baxter Park is a group which aims to encourage and increase usage of
the park as well as ensuring that improvements are made where necessary, they
also do an excellent job of maintaining many of the park’s outdoor areas.
Since its restoration Baxter Park has once again become one of the Maryfield area’s best attractions
The group have previously participated in bird counts, hosting events for children as
well as monthly gardening activities. If you would like more information about the
Friends of Baxter Park or wish to be part of the group please contact:
Friends of Baxter Park
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/baxterparkdundee
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Friends of Swannie Ponds Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Friends-Of-Swannie-Ponds
Friends of Swannie Ponds are a group who work with the purpose of ensuring that
improvements are made where necessary to Stobsmuir Park or Swannie Ponds as it
is affectionately known. This is carried out so that people locally and further afield
can enjoy the park at its full potential.
Swannie Ponds provides a tranquil place to spend time amidst the hustle and bustle of Dundee life
Working with the Model Boat Club, local voluntary organisations as well as Dundee
City Council has allowed the group to achieve excellent results in terms of the
improvements that have been made to the park. These include, but are not limited
to, new benches, new fencing and new notice boards within the park.
If you would like more information about this group or would like to be part of it
please contact:
Friends of Swannie Ponds
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Friends-Of-Swannie-Ponds
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Maryfield Regeneration Forum Tel: 01382 438856
The forum decide on allocation of funds in the Maryfield area
The Maryfield Regeneration Forum is a group made up of fifteen local people who
are responsible for the allocation of £125,000 to be spent in the Maryfield area. This
funding is divided up with £50,000 being available for youth and development work,
£50,000 for physical and environmental improvements and £25,000 for small grants.
In the past the group have agreed upon funding bids from local voluntary projects
and organisations, many of which are presented in this booklet. They have also
allocated funding to local community groups with some being established in the area
and others just starting up. It should also be noted that the Maryfield Regeneration
Forum accept funding applications year round.
If you would like to be involved in the Maryfield Regeneration Forum or require more
information about them or a funding application, please contact:
Maryfield Regeneration Forum
Tel: 01382 438856
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Stobswell Adult Learning Association Tel: 01382 435827
Email: [email protected]
The Stobswell Adult Learning Learning Association is group made up of local people
which runs various evening classes within Morgan Academy. These classes are
aimed at those 18 years of age or over and are currently delivered in 8-10 week
blocks which typically run from January to March and October to December.
An example of some of the classes which are organised by the Stobswell Adult Learning Association
Classes currently include Conversational Italian and Culture, Cooking and Baking,
Creative Arts and Crafts, Drawing and Painting for Beginners, Guitar Skills for
Beginners and Introduction to Digital Photography. However, the Stobswell Adult
Learning Association are open to suggestions for other courses and will attempt to
include new course subjects if this is feasible.
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Classes are informal, fun and provide an opportunity to not only learn something new but also meet new people
All classes are delivered by qualified tutors who provide an informal and fun learning
experience. While classes do incur a cost the Stobswell Adult Learning Association
do try to ensure that classes are kept as affordable as possible.
If you would like more information about the Stobswell Adult Learning Association,
the classes they offer or indeed you wish to enrol in a class please contact:
Stobswell Adult Learning Association
Tel: 01382 435827
Email: [email protected]
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Stobswell Forum Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/stobswellforum
The Stobswell Forum operates within the wider Stobswell area.
The Stobswell Forum is a long established community group which functions in a
similar fashion to a community council. They seek to address local issues and
concerns within the wider Stobswell area with the boundaries of this area being from
Broughty Ferry Road all the way up to the Kingsway. The Stobswell Forum have
recently been involved in procuring hanging baskets in Albert Street to increase its
visual appeal, developing the community space at Arthurstone Library as well as
providing support to private sector tenants. They have also previously been involved
in addressing the issue of so called ‘legal highs’.
If you have any issues, concerns or ideas for improving the Stobswell area, would
like to be part of the Stobswell Forum or would like further information please
contact:
Stobswell Forum
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.stobswell.org.uk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/stobswellforum
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Woodside Community Group Email: [email protected]
The Woodside Community Shop which is home to the Woodside Community Group.
The Woodside Community Group was formed after members of the Woodside
community came together to act against proposed cuts to the bus services which
operated in the area. While the group takes interest in the various things going on in
the Woodside area and communicate this to residents, they also have premises in
the form of the Woodside Shop and are keen for local groups to make use of this
facility. There are currently a Scrabble Group and a Local History Group that both
meet at the Woodside Shop but the Woodside Community Group always welcome
ideas for new groups that could be started up in the Woodside area.
If you would like more information about this group please contact:
Woodside Community Group
Email: [email protected]
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Making of…….
The next two pages are filled with photos of some of the areas the young people
visited while making this booklet. They not only show the effort that went into this
piece of work, but also some of the fun that was had.
Some of group members couldn’t resist a photo opportunity while visiting DISC
Baxter Park Pavilion gets two thumbs up
Getting ‘hands on’ with a’body’s favourite Oor Wullie
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Taking time out to admire some of the wildlife at Swannie Ponds
Some tired but happy group members take a moment to relax before their next task
