CD Community Fun

15/06/2026

Loch Ken Junior Rangers Summer Programme 2026

Outdoor Skills • Conservation • Adventure • Accreditation

Are you aged 11–18 and passionate about nature, wildlife and the outdoors?
Join the Loch Ken Junior Rangers and take part in an exciting programme of practical conservation activities, outdoor skills and environmental learning while working towards the Scottish Countryside Rangers Association (SCRA) Junior Ranger Award.

Over six sessions, Junior Rangers will develop confidence, teamwork and leadership skills.

Participants are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible to gain the full benefit of the programme and work towards the Junior Ranger Award.
If you cannot make all sessions, there will be opportunities to catch up on skills to allow participants to complete work towards the accreditation.

Sessions will be at locations around Loch Ken and Castle Douglas, with exact locations confirmed in advance to participants. The first session will be held at Lochside Park in Castle Douglas (meet outside The Crannog)

To book your space please email [email protected]

Programme Dates
Thursday 25 June, 6pm–8pm
Thursday 9 July, 6pm–8pm
Thursday 23 July, 6pm–8pm
Tuesday 4 August 11am-4pm
Thursday 6 August, 6pm–8pm
Thursday 20 August, 6pm–8pm

Activities will Include
Practical conservation tasks
Navigation and knot-tying skills
Site surveys and environmental monitoring
Basic first aid and CPR awareness
Water safety awareness
Wildlife and habitat learning
Understanding the Scottish Outdoor Access Code
Teamwork and leadership development
Designing the Loch Ken Trust Junior Ranger logo

Book your place today and become part of the next generation of Loch Ken Junior Rangers!

10/06/2026

01/06/2026

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We have another fabulous hamper for grabs!
This one is a Pamper Hamper, everything you need for a cosy night or even gals night, from Body Shop products to sweet and savoury treats and more we’ve got you covered, we’ve even popped in a bottle of Prosecco 🍾
Tickets can be bought at £1 each from the Post Office on King Street. 

24/04/2026

🧡🌼 Here is the schedule for The Johnston Connection for May. 🌼🧡

The Johnston Connection supports people living with dementia and their carers and runs weekly, as a drop-in, on Tuesdays 10am - 3pm. It is run in partnership with Meeting Centres Scotland .

🧡 10am - 11am: session with the Johnston Nursery
🧡 11am - 1pm: activity (see schedule below)
🧡 1pm - 3pm: tea, coffee and chat

May Activities (11am - 1pm)
📽 5th - film screening: Mamma Mia
🪴 12th - planting pots
🎵 19th - bucket drumming with Kate Picken Music
🎲 26th - table games (e.g. dominoes, board games etc)

28/03/2026

VLADIMIR MCTAVISH , RICK MOLLAND | PATRICK ROLINK on Oct 03, 2026 brought to you by Breakneck Comedy Club. Prepare for a laughter-filled night like no other.

27/03/2026

Fans of Pixar Animations iconic Cars movie will be able to get up close with three of the film's main characters when they make an appearance at M&Ds Scotlands Theme Park!

Mater, Professor Z and, of course, Lightning McQueen will be on show at the Theme Park on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th April from 12 noon until 6pm.

Full details in the comments...

11/03/2026

All events open to non members

17/02/2026

🔊 Long post alert!!

A few conversations I've had recently with NON members of the larder has put me on a journey of reflection and conversation.

Since Stepping Stones became a community larder in July 2023, our membership has positively grown, our model has evolved and we always look at how to improve...p.s - more to follow!

🗣️ I had a conversation recently with a person I know and asked why they hadn't joined us, they replied-
"Because there's probably worse off people than me that needs it" as they admitted they just 'get by' but with a financial struggle.

❓ So, how do we change this mindset that it is only certain people in certain situations that can join us?

❓How do we remind people that the larder model is to support everyone locally in accessing affordable food with a more dignified approach when needed?

❗ Emergency parcels are available for crisis situations, but the long-term goal is to promote good budgeting choices which allows you to shop with dignity, choice and be encouraged to build that into other aspects of life.

❗Another very important point to note is - we NEED your support to keep operating!! We enjoy the position we hold in the community, knowing that people are accessing affordable food so that this may help them cover other costs whilst the cost of living continues to rise - but again please remember, our food costs/bills rise too and, in the quieter donation months, our weekly food budget of £250 doesn't always stretch that far. (That is also the reason we trust our members not to abuse our project).

👉 We NEED your support regularly by you coming through that door and using your membership or simply by joining up!

❓Can you encourage people you know to join us and really see how they can save some money each week on their general food bills?
❓Would you like to help fundraise to keep our mission long-term sustainable?

🗣️Talk to us!! Pop in and ask questions!!

🤫 Curious but embarrassed?! Let's meet at a quieter time and I will show you around and explain how we operate and how we can help.

We DONT ask intrusive financial questions.
We DONT judge you or your situation.
We DO welcome new members of any background.
We DO want you to know you are helping us by us helping you!

❓Do any businesses/organisations want any leaflets for their clients/family/friends?

🤙 07730788335
📨 [email protected]

⭐ I'm sure lots of you know the sheer amount of time and love I put into Stepping Stones as it is a huge passion of mine and I fully believe in the project.
⭐ Plus the amount of time and effort the wonderful volunteers give to me, it is truly heartwarming and sincere.
🙏 So please, read this, share this, spread the word, ask questions....and JOIN us.

Leanne & the team ♥️

14/02/2026

We are looking forward to Saturday night and a full dance floor .
Only a Few tickets left get in touch via messenger

11/02/2026