April monthly update

April was a lively and uplifting month at Annan Day Centre, packed with activities, entertainment, and exciting developments for the future.

We kicked things off in style with our Easter party, which brought plenty of smiles, laughter, and a great sense of community to start the month on a high note. It was wonderful to see everyone come together and enjoy the celebrations.

Throughout April, our regular programme of activities continued to thrive. Participants took part in aqua sessions, tai chi, chair Pilates, line dancing, and accessible yoga. These sessions remain a core part of what we offer, supporting both physical wellbeing and social connection, and it’s always fantastic to see such consistent enthusiasm.

We were also delighted to welcome some special musical guests. The Solway Buoys, a talented sea shanty group, visited us and delivered a truly memorable performance that had everyone entertained. We’re pleased to share they’ll be returning again in October—something to look forward to! We also enjoyed a visit from the Just Strum ukulele group, who brought great energy and fun with their music.

April also saw a successful promotion on our foot care services. We offered a membership and appointment package for £20, saving £10, which proved very popular. It was especially encouraging to see new members joining us as a result.

Our “Buy a Brick” campaign continued to gain momentum, and we added a bit of excitement with a competition for participants. Everyone who purchased a brick was entered into a draw to win a bottle of Prosecco, and we’re happy to congratulate Graham Simmons as our lucky winner.

Finally, we’re thrilled to share some big news: we have been granted full planning permission for our new building. This is a huge milestone for the centre, and we’re incredibly excited about the opportunities it will bring as we move toward having a space of our own.

All in all, April has been a fantastic month, filled with activity, community spirit, and exciting progress. Thank you to everyone who took part and supported us—we’re looking forward to what’s ahead!