Lockerbie Old School

03/06/2026

Thinking about using LinkedIn but not sure where to start?

Join us on 22nd June for a beginner-friendly LinkedIn workshop with Katie Nairn, designed for anyone who wants to better understand the platform and set up a strong professional profile.

This practical one-hour session will cover:
- What LinkedIn is and how it works
- How to create and optimise your profile
- Tips for making connections and growing your network
- An opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed, supportive setting

Perfect for business owners, freelancers, job seekers or anyone completely new to LinkedIn.

Lockerbie Old School
22nd June
Spaces are limited. Book here:

Learn how to set up your profile & start networking online

27/05/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our Canva workshop last week.

It was great to see so many local businesses, charities and community groups coming together to learn, ask questions and build confidence around content creation and social media.

We hope the session helped make Canva feel a little less overwhelming and gave you some practical ideas you can start using straight away.

Thanks again for coming along and being part of it. We’re looking forward to the next one already.

Keep an eye out for the next event! https://www.lockerbieoldschool.org/events/

13/05/2026

Just a reminder that our Canva workshop is coming up soon 🎨

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed creating content for social media, this session is designed to help make things simpler.

We’ll be covering:

• Using templates properly
• Applying your own branding
• Creating cleaner, more consistent content
• Using graphics and images effectively
• A simple introduction to video content

There’ll also be a couple of practical workshop activities during the session, so you can start creating content with confidence.

A relaxed, supportive session for businesses, charities and community groups, no design experience needed.

LIMITED SPACES - BOOK HERE
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/getting-started-with-canva-create-content-with-confidence-tickets-1988937309032?aff=oddtdtcreator

Struggling to create content or not sure how to use Canva properly?

We’re hosting a practical, relaxed workshop to help you get to grips with the basics, from using templates and adding your own branding, to creating simple, professional posts for your business or organisation.

We’ll also touch on using images, graphics and a quick introduction to video.

No design experience needed, just a chance to learn, ask questions and build confidence.

👉 Book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/getting-started-with-canva-create-content-with-confidence-tickets-1988937309032?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

07/05/2026

Struggling to create content or not sure how to use Canva properly?

We’re hosting a practical, relaxed workshop to help you get to grips with the basics, from using templates and adding your own branding, to creating simple, professional posts for your business or organisation.

We’ll also touch on using images, graphics and a quick introduction to video.

No design experience needed, just a chance to learn, ask questions and build confidence.

👉 Book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/getting-started-with-canva-create-content-with-confidence-tickets-1988937309032?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

06/05/2026

You’re invited to a relaxed evening at Lockerbie Town Hall as we get closer to opening the doors to Lockerbie Old School.

Join us for a glass of wine, some cheese, and a first look at what’s to come.

We’ll be sharing plans for the building, discussing how you can get involved, and inviting expressions of interest from anyone looking to use the space, whether that’s as a tenant, member, volunteer, or board member.

It’s also just a chance to come along, have a chat and be part of what’s next.

Lockerbie Town Hall

Thursday 14th May

6:30 – 8:30pm

Free to attend – everyone welcome.

30/04/2026

We’ve been loving getting out into the community lately and connecting with so many incredible local people through our networking events 🤝

One of our recent highlights was a visit to Wild Dook Sauna in Lochmaben last week. It’s such a unique and relaxing experience, and it’s all made even better by Mhairi, who runs it. She’s absolutely lovely and so passionate about what she does. It’s always inspiring to meet people like her who are building something special right here in the local area 💛

These are exactly the kinds of connections that have shaped our journey so far, and it’s why we’re so excited to be opening the Community Hub very soon. Our goal is to keep bringing people together, supporting local businesses and creating a space where ideas, collaboration, and our community can thrive.

We can’t wait to open the doors and continue building these amazing local connections with you all!

Our next networking event will go live soon to book and will be held on the 25th May.

27/04/2026

We’re recruiting an Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the Old School.

We are so very close to being open now 🎉🎉 and we are now in a position to be recruiting the Operations Manager who will support the launch.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll manage staff and volunteers, oversee operations, and help create a safe, inclusive and sustainable space that supports local people and businesses.

We’re looking for someone with strong people management, organisational skills and experience delivering high-quality services.

If that sounds like you please Click the link to find out more and apply: https://form.jotform.com/261162104083344

Closing Date: 4th May 2026, although applications will be reviewed as received, and as such we may close applications earlier.

Any questions please email [email protected].

22/04/2026

It’s been a busy one at the Lockerbie Old School this week!

From welcoming local businesses to our networking event with , to showing people around the building on our latest tours, it’s been great to see so many of you getting excited about what’s to come.

There’s a real buzz around the building now, and every conversation, visit and connection is bringing us one step closer to opening the doors.

We can’t wait to share it all with you very soon… 👀✨

18/04/2026

If you are wanting to hire someone without the headache then our business networking event is for you!

Learn all about the employment law and HR compliance when it comes to hiring for the first time.

Book your space today. Only a few spaces left!

Monday 20th April
Lockerbie town hall
10:30am - 12:30

Hiring Without the Headaches: Navigating the 2026 Employment Law Changes https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hiring-without-the-headaches-navigating-the-2026-employment-law-changes-tickets-1986309444017?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile