Welcome to our latest e-newsletter! Which provides an insight into life in our community centre, and our usual local noticeboard which features a selection of community services and activities around our neighbourhood.

Stork’s Beak: School of Historical Swordplay is excited to announce a new Sunday session at the Southside Community Centre from 3:00 to 4:30 PM!

 

We are a Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) club dedicated to studying and practising historical fencing, drawing from historical sources and training with longswords, rapiers, and other weapon forms.

 

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced fencer, our sessions provide a welcoming and inclusive space to develop skill and technique and have fun playing with swords.

 

Join us on Sundays and step into the world of historical fencing!

 

Join Frances every Tuesday morning from 10am to 11:30am in our hall for Hatha Yoga - beginners are welcome. £5 per class, on a drop in basis.

 

If you would be interested in taking part please call Frances on 07504 823 952.

Beetroots Collective - Folk Tales for New Scots at The Causey on Saturday 22nd March 2025 from 7pm. An evening of art, storytelling and projections created by Beetroots Collective and the community. Click here to view their poster.

 

Dumbiedykes residents meeting - Wednesday 12 March 2025 at 6pm in the Braidwood Centre.  A residents only meeting has been arranged to discuss and consider the future of the community centre. Click here to view their poster.

 

Edinburgh Old Town Development Trust - Energy Advice at the Crannie every Tuesday from 10am - 4:30pm in the Crannie at 9 Cranson Street. Do you need help with energy in your home - Energy Advisor Emma can help!  Click here to view their poster.

 

Newington Library - Family Fun Day event on Friday 14th March 2025 from 1pm - 4pm. No need to book just pop along to join in crafts, face painting, slime making and more! Click here to view their poster.

 

Southside Faith Care - digital advice & support every Tuesday in March from 2pm until 4pm in Priestfield Church.  In partnership with 'Tap into IT', this is a group to find support with any of your technology devices as well as a chance to have a hot drink and a chat with others. Click here to view their poster.

 

The Charteris Centre - Community Community Coffee Mornings on Thursday 6th & Thursday 20th March from 10:30am. Free coffee, pastries and conversation, open to all! Click here to view their poster.