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Co-designing and delivering people-centred community regeneration in Stirling. We focus on employability, training, digital inclusion, volunteering, intergenerational connections, and family supportβ€”empowering communities to create change.

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πŸŒ™ Hub Mythbusters
Myth: You need a perfect CV before coming to Job Club.
Fact: We’ve seen Comic Sans. You’ll be fine. πŸ˜…
Bring the chaos.
We’ll sort it.
Kettle’s always on. β˜•
πŸ“© contact@inspiringcommunities.org.uk
πŸ“ž 01786 272358
#HubMythsIC

07.03.2026 06:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“… We’re into March. Made your move yet?
New routine.
New skill.
New connection.
If you’ve been thinking about getting involved, consider this your nudge.
Support, friendly groups and space to grow.
πŸ“© contact@inspiringcommunities.org.uk

07.03.2026 06:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

✨ Friday Wind-Down
Help asked.
Help given.
New things tried.
People keeping going.
That’s community.
Rest tonight.
Monday will wait.
#FridayWindDownIC

07.03.2026 06:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

WOW – busy week!
🎨 Messy Mondays
πŸ‘Ά Stay & Play packed
🎸 Ukulele Group
πŸ‘­ Inspiring Women Together growing
🎢 Community Chorus
πŸ₯£ Soup & Social to finish – thanks Rita ❀️

07.03.2026 06:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Help shape Raploch’s new greenspace

πŸ’¬ Share what you’d love to see here β€” it only takes a few minutes!
πŸ”— Fill out the form (link in bio/QR code on poster)
πŸ‘₯ Spread the word to friends and neighbours in Raploch

Link - url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Uf4cCpRD4s...

05.03.2026 12:33 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“±πŸ’» Not feeling confident with technology?
Join our LINK Digital Confidence Sessions for friendly, step-by-step support with phones, laptops, email, online forms, Word, Excel & staying safe online.
Book: training@inspiringcommunities.org.uk

04.03.2026 13:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🧢✨ Craft & Chat ✨🎨
Knitting, crochet, looms, painting – and plenty of tea & laughter too! β˜•πŸ’¬
All abilities welcome. Bring a project or just yourself – we’d love to see you! πŸ’›
#CraftAndChat #Knitting #Crochet #CreativeCommunity #MindfulMaking 🧡🎨

04.03.2026 13:26 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great fun and friendly competition at HEAL today with Body Boosting Bingo! πŸŽ‰πŸ’ͺ
Next week: Playlist for Life 🎢🧠 β€” sharing the songs that mean the most to us.
#HEAL #BodyBoostingBingo #PlaylistForLife πŸ’™

02.03.2026 14:19 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Messy Mondays at Hillpark πŸ–οΈπŸŽ¨
πŸ—“ Mondays 2–30 March
πŸ•€ 9:30–10:30am
πŸ‘Ά Under 5s | πŸ’Έ FREE
Five weeks of messy, sensory fun β€” no booking, just drop in (and no cleaning up 😌).
#InspiringCommunities #EarlyYears #ActivePlay

01.03.2026 12:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Reminder this NEW LEGO session starts tomorrow!!

πŸ“Fallin Library
πŸ’ΈFREE
⏰3.15pm

‼️Childen MUST be accompanied by an adult ‼️

#Fallin #Stirling #InspiringCommunities #FreeLegoBuild #Lego

01.03.2026 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This March, we honour the incredible achievements of women everywhere β€” past, present, and future. πŸ’ͺπŸ’–
women make a lasting impact in every corner of our lives. Let’s celebrate their stories, their courage, and their inspiration every day. πŸ’βœ¨
#WomensHistoryMonth #CelebrateWomen

01.03.2026 11:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌷 February’s gone β€” hello March 🌷
Did last month grow you… or just fly by?
If you’ve been meaning to learn, volunteer, boost your CV or reach out for support β€” this is your sign to start.
Growth happens in community 🌱
πŸ“© contact@inspiringcommunities.org.uk

01.03.2026 11:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

🌧 Sunday Reset
Probably damp β˜”
Still hopeful.
If you’ve been meaning to ask for help, try something new or send that application β€” this is your nudge.
No big overhaul. Just a wee step πŸ’š
#Sunday

01.03.2026 11:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸŒ™ Hub Mythbusters
Myth: Asking for help = failure ❌
Fact: It’s actually strength πŸ’ͺ
No medals for silent suffering.
If it’s heavy, don’t carry it alone.
πŸ“© contact@inspiringcommunities.org.uk
πŸ“ž 01786 272358
#HubMythsIC

28.02.2026 08:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ’› We’re on social media everywhere! πŸ“±
Engage with usβ€”like, comment, shareβ€”to catch all our courses & workshops πŸ’¬πŸŒŸ
The more you interact, the more you see πŸ’›πŸ’«
#InspiringCommunities #LearningTogether #StayInTheLoop #CommunityVibes

28.02.2026 08:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

🌱 February done.
Did it move you forward β€” or just fly by?
Been meaning to try something new, join a group, volunteer, boost your CV or reach out? Consider this your nudge.
Community changes things πŸ’š
πŸ“© contact@inspiringcommunities.org.uk
#Stirling #CommunitySupport #GetInvolved

28.02.2026 08:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

🌧 Friday Wind-Down
Hard chats. Good laughs. Real progress.
A few β€œwe’ll figure it out” moments.
We keep it ticking β€” you make it matter πŸ’š
Weekend plan: ditch the guilt. Keep the snacks.
#FridayWindDownIC

28.02.2026 08:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Such a lovely Twinkle Stars session today! ✨ The children had so much fun getting creative with homemade playdough πŸ‘πŸŒˆ
Next week we’re celebrating World Book Day! πŸ“š Dress as a favourite book character or wear comfy PJs & bring a favourite book to share ❀️
#TwinkleStars #WorldBookDay

26.02.2026 12:25 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Creative vibes at Craft & Chat today! 🧢✨
We learned Tunisian crochet from one of our talented members, plus there was loom work, painting & knitting all around the table. So much skill, sharing & laughter πŸ’›
#CraftAndChat #TunisianCrochet #CreativeCommunity #Knitting #LoomWork #Painting

25.02.2026 13:43 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“±πŸ’» Need help with your phone, laptop or online forms?

LINK Digital Confidence Sessions. Practical support; no experience needed.

πŸ“ Raploch Community Campus
πŸ—“ Thurs 6–8pm
19 March | 30 April | 28 May | 25 June

πŸ“§ training@inspiringcommunities.org.uk

πŸ“ž 01786 272358

Learn. Inspire. Navigate. Know.

24.02.2026 18:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A huge thank you to Mick and John from the Raploch War Memorial Group for coming along to our Local History Group to give us an update on the exciting plans for the new war memorial in Raploch.

24.02.2026 12:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Local History – Feb
We’re welcoming the Raploch War Memorial Group to share plans for the Raploch War Memorial ❀️
πŸ“… Tue 24 Feb | πŸ•š 11am
πŸ“ Raploch Hub
Hear the vision & progress β€” all welcome!
#RaplochHistory #InspiringCommunities #Stirling

24.02.2026 08:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’» Digital DIY πŸ’»
Friendly tech help at the Inspiring Communities Raploch Hub β€” bring your device & questions.
πŸ—“ Tuesdays
⏰ 10–11am
Learn, troubleshoot & get confident together πŸ™Œ
#InspiringCommunities #TechHelp

24.02.2026 08:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Did you know we run Inspiring Women Together? 🀍
A relaxed, women-only space to connect, chat & take time for you πŸŒΏβ˜•
For full details, session info & updates, head over to our dedicated Inspiring Women Together Facebook page πŸ“˜βœ¨

24.02.2026 08:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎢 Had an amazing time today playing "My Girl" on the ukulele! 🌟 Big shoutout to everyone who joined in, and a special well done to the newbies who picked it up like pros! πŸ‘πŸ‘ You all rocked it! @musicforall.bsky.social @bignoisescotland.bsky.social #InspiringCommunities #Stirling

23.02.2026 13:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ–οΈ Messy Mondays at Hillpark Community Centre
5 weeks of messy, sensory fun for under 5s πŸ‘Ά
πŸ“… 2–30 March (Mondays)
πŸ•€ 9:30–10:30am
πŸ’Έ FREE
No booking β€” just drop in & we’ll handle the clean-up πŸ˜„
#InspiringCommunities #EarlyYears #Stirling

22.02.2026 09:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re welcoming the @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social Falls Team to HEAL tomorrow πŸ‘£πŸ’¬
Tips on staying steady, safe & confident β€” plus gentle movement too πŸ’ͺ
All welcome! 😊
#InspiringCommunities #HEALGroup #FallsPrevention #Raploch

22.02.2026 09:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

β˜€οΈ Sunday Reset
Half calm 🌿
Half β€œhow is it nearly Monday?” πŸ˜…
Big week or slog β€” park it.
Groups, support & friendly faces are waiting.
Pop in for a natter. Stay for the tea β˜•
#SundayResetIC πŸ’š

22.02.2026 09:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0