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SUMMARY:Friday Play Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Come along to the Beacon Play Cafe! \nThe café will be open and there is a dedicated space for pre-schoolers to play\, we have plenty buggy space and staff will be on hand for a blether.   \nThe café is a great place to meet with other parents/carers\, and make new friends. We have highchairs available and plenty changing facilities. Siblings are more than welcome to come along\, however the play area is really suitable for under 5’s. \nCost: £3 per child. Pay at cafe. \n  \n 
URL:https://gorebridge.org.uk/upcomingevents/friday-play-cafe/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Gorebridge Beacon
CATEGORIES:Beacon,Events,Family Activities
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SUMMARY:Stand Up Comedy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturdays 4th April – 16th May (not 9th)\, performance at the Beacon 23rd May 12:00 – 2:00PM \nWhat: Fancy a laugh? Do you think you’re funny? Would you like to try stand-up comedy? Everyone has a story to tell and everyone has the ability to make people laugh. Stand-up comedy workshops are also a great way of improving confidence\, self-esteem\, communication skills and general well-being. The 6 week course will cover:  writing your own material\, comedy structure\, stage persona\, comic timing\, microphone technique and performance skills. \nThe workshops will be led by comedian and Penicuikian Viv Gee whose past students include Richard Gadd\, Mark Nelson\, Jay Lafferty\, Susie McCabe\, Des McLean and Des Clarke. Viv has performed stand-up from L.A to Bangkok and has numerous TV and radio credits including The Comedy Underground\, The Stand-Up Show and The Good\, the Bad and the Unexpected for BBC. In 2025 she was a nominee for the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Awards and was also awarded the Lord Provost’s 850 award for her contribution to Glasgow’s comedy scene. \nViv was the recipient of the Award for Outstanding Contribution to Comedy at the inaugural Scottish Comedy Awards in 2014. \n“Simply a Genius” Scotland on Sunday \n“So sharp she could cut herself” Edinburgh Evening News \nTake part: \n\nCLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE
URL:https://gorebridge.org.uk/upcomingevents/stand-up-comedy-workshop/2026-04-25/
CATEGORIES:Beacon,Gorebridge Community Development Trust
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SUMMARY:BRIK: Lego® Cafe
DESCRIPTION:A café with a creative twist. Build amazing creations while enjoying drinks\, food and snacks in our fun\, family-friendly Pop-Up BRIK Café. \n\n\n\n\nStep into a world of creativity\, in a fun\, relaxed space for families\, friends\, and builders of all ages. ​ \nWhether you’re a lifelong fan of building or just looking for a unique day out\, the BRIK Pop Up Café is the perfect place to slow down and get creative. Choose from a selection of lego sets\, and simply relax with a drink while you build your next masterpiece. \nOur pop-up experience is designed for everyone – from curious beginners to experienced builders. Sit down at one of our tables\, connect with other brick fans\, and enjoy a playful atmosphere filled with creativity and inspiration. \nWhat to expect: \nAccess to a range of different lego sets \n\nA cosy café atmosphere with drinks and snacks available\nA welcoming space for families\, friends\, and builders of all ages\nPlenty of photo-worthy creations and inspiration\nCome along\, grab a seat\, and start building.\nSpaces are limited\, so book your builder pass in advance to secure your spot.
URL:https://gorebridge.org.uk/upcomingevents/brik-lego-cafe/
CATEGORIES:Beacon,Gorebridge Community Development Trust
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SUMMARY:Gorebridge Community Pantry
DESCRIPTION:The Pantry is open to all households/residents of EH23\, anyone who lives in this Post Code area can apply to become members of the Pantry and ‘shop’ there once a week. Membership is limited to 1 person per household. Membership is free\, and weekly ‘shop’ costs £3.50 which is put back into buying stock into the Pantry the following week. Each member receives 10 credits for £3.50\, and these credits can be used to ‘spend’ on fresh\, ambient or store-cupboard ingredients. If available\, free bread will be offered\, and volunteers will make each member a bag of fresh fruit and veggies. \nThe Pantry is open to EVERYONE who lives in EH23. Pop along to the Beacon 3 until 5 on a Tuesday and we will sign you up and you can do your shop.
URL:https://gorebridge.org.uk/upcomingevents/gorebridge-community-pantry-3/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Gorebridge Beacon
CATEGORIES:Beacon,GCDT
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SUMMARY:Spoken Word Poetry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:When: Spoken Word Poetry Workshop\, starts 28th April (8 weeks) 6:30 – 8:30PM \nWhere: Gorebridge Beacon\, Hunterfield Road\, Gorebridge\, EH23 4TT \nWhat: Interested in trying spoken word poetry? Join us for this eight-week workshop series with Scotland’s premiere spoken word group the Loud Poets! \nOver the workshop series facilitator Katie Ailes will introduce you to the basics of writing and performing your own spoken word poetry\, guiding you from initial idea through taking the stage. Through different prompts\, exercises\, and games\, we’ll write poems on a range of subjects and explore different styles. Sharing work aloud can be scary\, so we’ll equip you with plenty of performance tips to develop the core skills you need to perform with clarity and confidence. By the final session\, an opportunity to perform your work for friends and family\, you’ll have all the tools you need to articulate your unique perspective live onstage. \nThis workshop series is designed for new and developing writers; no experience required! Space is limited to 15 participants\, so book quickly. While attendance at all of the sessions is preferred\, it’s OK if you need to miss one or two; get in touch with us if you have any questions. \nWho: \nThe Loud Poets have been at the heart of Scottish spoken word for over a decade\, starting life as a monthly poetry night\, before blossoming into an internationally renowned producer of live shows\, workshops\, poetry films and more. Learn more at iamloud.co. \nKatie Ailes is a Scotland-based poet whose work explores themes of identity\, migration\, and compassion. She is the Education Director for I Am Loud CIC\, Scotland’s premier spoken word organisation\, and has co-devised and performed with the Loud Poets across the UK and internationally. In 2023 she served as the Glastonbury Festival Poet in Residence. Learn more at https://katieailes.com/ \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Book Your Spot (Free)
URL:https://gorebridge.org.uk/upcomingevents/spoken-word-poetry-workshop/2026-04-28/
CATEGORIES:Beacon,Gorebridge Community Development Trust
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