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Kelpies Trip – 7 June 2019

On the go again! A fabulous day out to see The Kelpies – lots of sunshine and just one wee shower of rain. A brilliant day from start to finish and thoroughly enjoyed by all. It was sheer joy to see these beautiful sculptures close up. Thank you to Amy at the Helix Visitor Centre for all her help in organising the trip; Jim for his wonderful commentary on our guided tour, and David our ELC bus driver for transporting us safely. Jim explained just how important the whole Helix project has been in regenerating the Falkirk area, with all proceeds from the guided tours, gift shop sales, etc all going to benefit the wider community. Our heartfelt thanks to all in the Dunbar Community and beyond, whose generous donations make trips like this possible.

Afternoon Tea at Dunbar Garden Centre – 23 May 2019

What a lovely afternoon at Dunbar Garden Centre to celebrate the first anniversary of the official launch of Dunbar Dementia Network. The company was excellent, the tea was flowing and the cakes and savouries were delicious.

The afternoon was rounded off nicely, choosing some plants to donate to the Sanctuary Garden at The Backlands. All in all, gorgeous weather, great company and food, with time spent in beautiful surroundings.

Easter Egg Painting Competition – 18 April 2019

What fun and time nicely spent at our recent Easter Egg Painting competition (with just a wee bit competitiveness on display!). After much deliberation, the winners were chosen by our lovely judges, Elspeth and Melody – a hard task indeed.

Dunbar Dementia Network Represented at Memorial Service – 25 April 2019

Our thanks to John & Dorothy Denholm for representing Dunbar Dementia Carers Support Group and Dunbar Dementia Network, at the unveiling of a memorial stone in honour of Pilot, Flying Officer, Harry Kenneth Lillington Rice (aged 21) and Navigator, Flying Officer, Aubrey John Clarke (aged 23), who died in the Beaufighter crash at Middle Monynut during WW2. It was particularly fitting for Dorothy to attend as she was associated with the WRAC in her younger days.

Maggie’s Kitchen Table Event – 14 March 2019

Carers Group members and friends came together to enjoy Afternoon Tea on 14 March 2019,

raising a fantastic £158.00 for Maggie’s Centre, Edinburgh. Huge thanks to all who baked, brought treats to share and made the afternoon such an enjoyable, as well as successful, event.

Dunbar Dementia Network – Choose Us As Your Co-op Local Cause 2019

Until October 2019, for any Coop Members buying Co-op branded products and services, the Co-op will give 1% to a local cause. Your support will allow us to continue supporting families living with a diagnosis of a dementia related condition by funding a series of Art Therapy workshops, providing companionship, fun and allowing folks to be creative.

Pick up a Membership card instore (£1) and then go online at coop.co.uk/membership and nominate us as your cause. Your help is so much appreciated.

Come along and meet Carers Group members instore on our info stand on Friday 17 May & 14 June 2019 (High Street store) 11 30 – 3 30 pm. (Visits were made to the Countess Crescent Store in April 2019.) Look forward to seeing you.

Visit to Belhaven Community Garden – 28 March 2019

Lovely afternoon at Belhaven Community Garden for the first of our seasonal visits. Beautiful afternoon, great company (as well as delicious scones – thank you Lucy). Weather so good that we were able to spend most of the time walking in the gardens, taking in all the new growth and checking out the new plants in the poly tunnel.