A drop-in information event which can support people with health and wellbeing, money matters, employability, family matters, advocacy and support, food and community connections, and active travel. No appointment needed and all welcome. Refreshments and children’s activities available.

Be part of East Lothian’s biggest third sector gathering at the 2025 Annual Conference – Facing the Future Together. Enjoy a day of inspiration, networking, and showcasing your organisation at The Royal Musselburgh Golf Club.

Local Place Plans are community-led plans that allow community bodies to actively plan for their future, and a tool for communities to develop their own plans on how land is used and developed in the local area. According to the SCDC, Local Place Plans are tools to support community empowerment.... to tackle strategic agendas such as the climate emergency, health and wellbeing, inequalities and economic opportunity'. Please come along to this informal event to demystify local place plans, and the basics of how to create one, and have your questions answered by the Scottish Community Development Centre and the Planning Dept at the Council.   

This year's summit will focus on how we can work together to support the development of a local sustainable food partnership across East Lothian. Whether you're already active in food-related work or just passionate about creating a fairer, more sustainable food system, your voice and ideas are vital.

Looking for advice, support, or ways to get more involved in your community? Drop by the Information Hub at North Berwick Library on Thursday 21st August, anytime between 4pm and 6pm. No appointment needed — just come along for a chat, a cuppa, and plenty of helpful guidance.

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Join Our Community Kitchen on Sunday, 8th June 2025, from 12pm to 5pm at Maitlandfield Hotel, Haddington, for a delightful day filled with Indian culture, food, and entertainment.

Join us for a day filled with inspiring keynote speakers, valuable networking opportunities, and a marketplace where you can showcase your organisation.

This fundraiser, which will help us reduce loneliness and isolation in our community.

Does your community organisation need additional funds? Come along to find out how your organisation can receive free unrestricted funding via funding platform easyfundraising.

In this informal session, Becky from easyfundraising will show you how your volunteers, staff and supporters can use the easyfundraising platform to raise donations for free for your organisation when they shop with leading retailers.

What to expect:

• A live demonstration of how it works

• Instructions on how to get your organisation set up

• Tips on how to raise as much as possible

• A Q&A session with Becky

This event is a unique opportunity to foster partnerships and collaborations among key stakeholders in East Lothian

Here's your chance to not only connect with the community but also to learn from industry leaders and experts in the field. Whether you offer counselling services, peer support, or educational resources, your presence at Minds Matter can make a significant impact on mental health awareness in East Lothian.