Community has its say
Open doors night is a success
It was Open Doors Night at The Carrick Centre as part of their ‘ Have Your Say’ community engagement.
The event showcased all the activities, services and projects that take place in the unique venue in North Carrick.
The event was completely free and open to everyone. All the Centre’s groups and users were invited to go along and exhibit their activities and services to the community.
Brian McGinley, depute leader of South Ayrshire Council, attended along with councillors Brian Connolly, Ian Campbell and William Grant.
A popular area on the night, especially with the younger visitors, was the Youth and Project wing.
And Coral McMillan, one of the Centre’s Development Co- ordinators, was on hand to discuss the projects hosted by the Centre, their plans for future development and how to get involved.
One of the projects on display was the Centre’s ‘ Youth Innovation Project’, which runs regular Youth Cafés, activities and one- off projects, generated in discussion with the young people who engage with the project.
One of the Centre’s sponsored groups, Carrick Sensory, now in its second year, was showcasing its Sensory Cafés which are specifically set up to help children who experience barriers to play and provide an opportunity to meet with other families.
Helen Moreland, the Centre’s Strategic Development Officer said: “It was a great night and we would like to thank everyone who helped make the night a success from all those who came along, the clubs and services, the councillors and all the staff of the Centre.
“We hope it has shown that there is so much available to the whole community and visitors to the area and we look forward to continuing to develop the services in line with the needs of the people of North Carrick.”
For more info call The Carrick Centre ( tel: 01655 883222).