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Find third sector events, training, workshops, exhibitions, community get togethers & more from Aberdeen and beyond in our events calendar.
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Sparking Change Enterprise Programme
Sparking Change Enterprise Programme
Are you driven to create lasting, positive change? Sparking Change is an enterprise programme designed to empower residents of Aberdeen City to make a positive change in society. Open to […]
Tillydrone Homework Club
Tillydrone Homework Club
This group is for anyone who would like a little bit of extra help with homework or maybe help improving a skill (like reading or maths etc). The group will […]
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Sparking Change Enterprise Programme
Sparking Change Enterprise Programme
Are you driven to create lasting, positive change? Sparking Change is an enterprise programme designed to empower residents of Aberdeen City to make a positive change in society. Open to […]
ACVO Event – The Promise: Calling all third sector organisations
ACVO Event – The Promise: Calling all third sector organisations
Online Lunch & Learn You have maybe heard a little about “The Promise” but are not sure if or how this relates to your work. Why not come along and […]
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Tillydrone Game Club
Tillydrone Game Club
This group is for P7s and S1s on Thursdays starting 16th January. So if you are looking for a chess partner, fancy a game of monopoly or a go on […]
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Getting to know your smartphone or tablet
Getting to know your smartphone or tablet
Join us for a FREE digital skills training session, run by AbilityNet Digital Skills trainer, Hannah Davies. Learn top tips about how to use key features on your device! AbilityNet […]
ACVO Training – Duties and responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees
ACVO Training – Duties and responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees
If you want to find out more about the duties and responsibilities of Scottish Charity Trustees then this is the session for you. A 2 hour session led by ACVO […]
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It’s Not Fair: Talking about Death and Dying with Children and Young People
It’s Not Fair: Talking about Death and Dying with Children and Young People
This training course is designed to help educators, youth workers and childcare professionals develop skills and confidence in supporting bereaved children and young people. Tickets: £50 per person Book: https://www.crusescotland.org.uk/training/training-calendar/ […]
Tenants & Residents Forum – Public Meeting
Tenants & Residents Forum – Public Meeting
This is the group for tenants and residents who want to be more involved in the housing service. It is where tenants, residents and the Council work together to ensure […]
Tillydrone Homework Club
Tillydrone Homework Club
This group is for anyone who would like a little bit of extra help with homework or maybe help improving a skill (like reading or maths etc). The group will […]
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Our Aberdeen at the Treasure Hub – Makers Mark
Our Aberdeen at the Treasure Hub – Makers Mark
Explore Aberdeen's innovation, creativity and industry through artworks, ship models and textiles. Stay well, stay connected and learn something new about the history of the North East through objects in […]
Tillydrone Game Club
Tillydrone Game Club
This group is for P7s and S1s on Thursdays starting 16th January. So if you are looking for a chess partner, fancy a game of monopoly or a go on […]
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The Inferno: 50th Celebration Firewalk Challenge
The Inferno: 50th Celebration Firewalk Challenge
Join us at Ardoe House Hotel on Friday 7th March 2025, 6pm for a daring and unforgettable evening as we celebrate 50 years of Turning Frowns Upside Down! The INFERNO […]
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International Women’s Day Breakfast Meeting
International Women’s Day Breakfast Meeting
Are you passionate about empowering women and breaking barriers? Then come celebrate International Women’s Day with us at our breakfast meeting! Together, we will focus on Breaking Barriers and Building […]
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ACVO Event – Cyber Security
ACVO Event – Cyber Security
Online Lunch & Learn Cyber and Fraud Centre Scotland - An Introduction to Cybercrime Affecting Charities, How To Prepare, Prevent and Respond The charity sector in Scotland is disproportionately targeted […]
Tillydrone Homework Club
Tillydrone Homework Club
This group is for anyone who would like a little bit of extra help with homework or maybe help improving a skill (like reading or maths etc). The group will […]
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Families Outside Training for Professionals – Understanding the issues for families affected by imprisonment
Families Outside Training for Professionals – Understanding the issues for families affected by imprisonment
Families Outside’s Training is aimed at any professional whose role means they come into contact with families, and who feel that they would benefit from being able to better support […]
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Tillydrone Game Club
Tillydrone Game Club
This group is for P7s and S1s on Thursdays starting 16th January. So if you are looking for a chess partner, fancy a game of monopoly or a go on […]
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Invisible Cities Training Programme – Tour Guiding Experiences
Invisible Cities Training Programme – Tour Guiding Experiences
Invisible Cities is a Social Enterprise that trains people who have experienced homelessness to become walking tour guides of their own city. This training session will be with Blue Badge […]
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MISS Bingo and Trivia Afternoon
MISS Bingo and Trivia Afternoon
Join us for an exciting Bingo and Trivia Afternoon! Test your knowledge and luck while supporting MISS Miscarriage Support. Join us for our 8th Anniversary Bingo and Trivia Afternoon! Put […]
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Digital safety and security – Free online training
Digital safety and security – Free online training
As part of the Circuit programme, Mhor Collective are offering free training to anyone who supports young people with care experience. Click to find out more and book a space […]
RGU World Social Work Day
RGU World Social Work Day
RGU are celebrating World Social Work Day with the theme of Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing on Monday 17th March 2025. Activities on the day include interactive art, cooking, […]
Invisible Cities Training Programme – Public Speaking Skills
Invisible Cities Training Programme – Public Speaking Skills
Invisible Cities is a Social Enterprise that trains people who have experienced homelessness to become walking tour guides of their own city. This training session will teach you practical skills […]
FREE Community Grief Training in Aberdeen
FREE Community Grief Training in Aberdeen
COMMUNITY GRIEF EVENT Cruse Scotland and Co-op are working in partnership to deliver grief information sessions to members of the community. This is happening in 12 cities across the UK, […]
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Invisible Cities Training Programme – Story Telling Skills
Invisible Cities Training Programme – Story Telling Skills
Invisible Cities is a Social Enterprise that trains people who have experienced homelessness to become walking tour guides of their own city. This training session will teach you in storytelling […]
Tillydrone Homework Club
Tillydrone Homework Club
This group is for anyone who would like a little bit of extra help with homework or maybe help improving a skill (like reading or maths etc). The group will […]
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Families Outside Training for Professionals – Supporting Children and Young People who have a Family Member in Prison
Families Outside Training for Professionals – Supporting Children and Young People who have a Family Member in Prison
Families Outside’s Training is aimed at any professional whose role means they come into contact with families, and who feel that they would benefit from being able to better support […]
Sensory Awareness Training (Visual Awareness and Deaf Awareness)
Sensory Awareness Training (Visual Awareness and Deaf Awareness)
Join our Sensory Awareness Training to boost your awareness, skills and confidence communicating with and supporting people who are living with a significant sensory impairment, that is people who are […]
ACVO Event – Exploring digital communications and campaigns
ACVO Event – Exploring digital communications and campaigns
In-person event Join Communications Officer, Andrew Davidson, and Digital Media Assistant, Emily Shepherd, for a closer look at recent developments and digital projects implemented by ACVO TSI to help increase […]
GEF’s Speed Quiz fundraiser
GEF’s Speed Quiz fundraiser
Our quiz nights in Aberdeen are a chance to get your friends together for a bite to eat and a bit of fun while raising money for kids in Kenya […]
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Governance – A Human Rights and Equalities First Approach
Governance – A Human Rights and Equalities First Approach
About this course This is an introduction to what a human rights and equalities approach means for third sector boards and committees. It’s for people who have a say, or […]
Introduction to Suicide Prevention training
Introduction to Suicide Prevention training
This free online session is hosted by SAMH's North East Suicide Prevention Team and provides an overview of:- -Introduction to the statistics and prevalence of suicide -Stigma - why does […]
Tillydrone Game Club
Tillydrone Game Club
This group is for P7s and S1s on Thursdays starting 16th January. So if you are looking for a chess partner, fancy a game of monopoly or a go on […]
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Self-Harm Awareness Training (In person)
Self-Harm Awareness Training (In person)
This training session is free and open to any professionals who work within Aberdeen City. This event will be of particular interest to those supporting people who may be at […]
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RISE with Sereniti – overall health and wellbeing events for parent Carers (Peer support Group)
RISE with Sereniti – overall health and wellbeing events for parent Carers (Peer support Group)
This is a relaxation workshop using a preventive approach to support the overall health and wellbeing of parents and carers.
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Tillydrone Homework Club
Tillydrone Homework Club
This group is for anyone who would like a little bit of extra help with homework or maybe help improving a skill (like reading or maths etc). The group will […]
Pricing Your Services
Pricing Your Services
One of the hardest parts of running your own social enterprise is deciding how much to charge. Price your services too high and clients or commissioners will balk at the […]
INFORMATION NIGHT for GEF’s 2026 Volunteer Building Trip to Kenya ✈️
INFORMATION NIGHT for GEF’s 2026 Volunteer Building Trip to Kenya ✈️
GEF's 2026 Volunteer Building Trip to Kenya ✈️ MARK YOUR CALENDAR for our Information Night where you have the chance to find out how you can be part of this […]
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Families Outside Training for Professionals – Prison and Prison Visiting
Families Outside Training for Professionals – Prison and Prison Visiting
Families Outside’s Training is aimed at any professional whose role means they come into contact with families, and who feel that they would benefit from being able to better support […]
The Basics: A Human Rights and Equalities First Approach
The Basics: A Human Rights and Equalities First Approach
This course is all about the basics, it’s for people who are just starting out and want to learn the fundamentals or who know a bit about human rights and […]
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Introduction to Suicide Prevention
Introduction to Suicide Prevention
This free online session is hosted by SAMH’s North East Suicide Prevention Team and provides an overview of:- -Introduction to the statistics and prevalence of suicide -Stigma – why does […]
Aberdeen Citizens Advice Bureau Bingo Night
Aberdeen Citizens Advice Bureau Bingo Night
We are hosting a Bingo fundraising night at the Ashvale Fish & Chip shop on Great Western Road on Thursday 27th March at 6pm. Tickets cost £17 per person which […]
Tillydrone Game Club
Tillydrone Game Club
This group is for P7s and S1s on Thursdays starting 16th January. So if you are looking for a chess partner, fancy a game of monopoly or a go on […]
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Budgeting for your organisation
Budgeting for your organisation
In enterprise it’s critical to know how to manage money, in fact budgeting is the cornerstone of any organisation’s financial planning and reporting. A well prepared budget is an essential […]