Due to high winds predicted we are with regret cancelling the first public session for Drylaw Good Apples today (Saturday 25th January).
The next session will be on Wednesday 29th January with RBGE teaching us how to prune apple orchard trees.
Hello Hello orchard lovers!
Exciting announcements for our new project Drylaw Good Apples; our first session will start on Saturday 25th January 11 – 1pm. This will be a general introduction and some maintenance.
All sessions are for adults and accompanied children and are free.
After that our sessions are:
Weds 29th 1-3pm. Pruning with RBGE- strictly bookable. FREE
Weds 5th Feb 11-1pm. Mulching and den building
Sat 15th Feb 1-3pm. Mulching and games
Weds 19th Feb 11-1pm. Bench making and woodcraft.
Meet us at the front door of Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre at the time stated above and we will walk over to the orchards with tools wheelbarrows etc. All welcome!
PLEASE WEAR WARM CLOTHING AND GOOD STRONG FOOTWEAR.
Meet us at Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre to litterpick in the local neighbourhood with other likeminded locals.
This is the first litterpick of the year and will be repeated every first Monday of the month from 10 -12. We also serve a hot lunch back at the Centre between 12-12.30.
All welcome, free. Drop-in for any amount of time, no need to book.
Please dress extra warm! All equipment provided.
MONDAY 16 DECEMBER from 4 – 6pm at DRYLAW NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE
Anyone interested in finding out more about our wonderful new project in the secret Orchards in Drylaw – we are having a drop-in session to talk about what you would be interested in doing. We will be offering special activities for children and adults.
Come and meet the new Good Apples, Alia ( youth worker), Paul ( gardener) and Natalie (project lead) for a chat, apple pie and mulled apple juice.
Monday 16th Dec 4-6pm drop-in at Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre.
No need to book- all ages welcome!
Clear Out and Give Back!
Is your cupboard full of “one-day-I’ll-use-this” gifts? This Christmas, why not turn them into joy for someone else?
We’re collecting new, unopened items for our Christmas Tombola—a festive fundraiser to support our community. It’s the perfect chance to donate those unused presents and spread holiday cheer!
What we need:
– Toys, games, and puzzles
– Beauty sets or toiletries
– Kitchen gadgets, candles, and home goods
– Anything unopened and giftable!
Drop-offs welcome until: Thursday 19th December
Bring your donations to: Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre
Your generosity helps us make this season brighter for everyone! 
DRYLAW NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE – MONDAY 18th NOVEMBER
Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre are delighted to be hosting a recently-produced film WHY NOT SCOTLAND? on Monday 18th November from 6.30-9pm.
Across mainland Europe, nature is making a dramatic recovery – could Scotland be next?
Join us for a screening of Why Not Scotland? the compelling story of Flo, a young Scot, as she discovers #rewilding across Europe, prompting her to ponder the potential for a similar revival in Scotland. #RewildingNation#WhyNotScotland
https://www.scotlandbigpicture.com/why-not-scotland
This FREE screening will be followed by a Q and A session led by local artist Natalie Taylor who produced SCRAN FIR BEES on Ferry Road.
On our panel will be Dr Ian Edwards, ecologist and forest specialist formerly of RBGE, and Julia Pennycuik, co-founder of Midlothian Wildflowers.
Come along for an evening of inspirational visions of what Scotland could look like if nature is encouraged to return alongside the folks who live within and beside it.
No need to book but any questions to natalie@drylawnc.org.uk.
Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre are looking to recruit two freelancers for a pilot project. Drylaw Good Apples, based in two Drylaw community orchards.
We are looking for a Community Orchard Gardener (£20 an hour) and an Outdoor Youth Worker (£18 an hour). Both are both approximately 4 hours a week for approximately 3 months depending how the sessions operate in practice. Both posts require 2 x hours contact time with locals and 2 x hours prep/ materials ordering/ tidy up per week.
See attached document (below) which contains the Job Descriptions, the Person Specification and a little more detail about the project.
Initially, we are simply looking for people to express a note of interest by writing to me to state what they like about the project and what they can bring to it.
Deadline for this is 31st October 2024. We hope this project will appeal to you.
Want to learn how to fix a puncture or service your bike? Our free, four-week cycle maintenance course will equip you with the skills and confidence to maintain your bike. The course is informal, social, and fun! 
What You’ll Learn:
Week 1 (01/11):Puncture Repair
Week 2 (08/11): Replace Brake Cable & Adjust Brakes
Week 3 (15/11): Replace Rear Derailleur Cable & Index Gears
Week 4 (22/11): Replace Front Derailleur Cable & Adjust
Starts From: Friday, November 1, 2024
Time: 1:30 to 3:30pm
Where: Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre
67 Groathill Loan, EH4 2SA
Book your spot for free! https://www.meetup.com/edinburgh…/events/303860948/…
Got questions? Contact: gerry@elrec.org.uk
Looking for more cycling fun? Check out the Edinburgh Cycling Club for group rides and events! We organize regular group rides, events, and social gatherings, creating a welcoming environment for everyone. Find us on [Meetup] https://www.meetup.com/Edinburgh-Cycling-Club/…
We are excited to announce new evening Alterations & Mending classes with @frank_franciaclothing! These classes will be on Thursday evenings 6 – 8pm, running from 24th October – 21st November.
Looking to learn or refine your sewing skills? These drop-in sewing classes are perfect for everyone, from beginners to experienced sewers! We will have the fantastic Francia on hand to support your learning. Bring your own clothes or garments for repair and alteration, or bring your own fabric to create something new. All equipment and some materials are provided.
The best part? These sessions are free! We do suggest a donation of £5 to support the centre, but there’s no need to commit to every week—just come when you can!
Join us for some creative fun and skill-building in a supportive space 
DRYLAW NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE – MONDAYS 11am – 12,30pm
Back again next Monday, 7th October. We’d love to hear from you about your life in Drylaw and what Drylaw means to you.
If you’re interested in coming along, let us know or just drop in on the day!
