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SUMMARY:Speakeasy sessions for parents and carers - How to discuss puberty\, periods and sexual health with your child.
DESCRIPTION:What are Speakeasy Sessions? \nDoes the thought of speaking to your child or adolescent about growing up\, their health\, risk-taking behaviours\, relationships or sexual health worry or confuse you? If so\, Speakeasy sessions can help. All sessions last 90 minutes and are run online in small group sessions. These groups are kept small to allow for conversation\, are relaxed\, informal and allow for sharing thoughts and ideas. You can become as involved as you like or just sit and listen\, your choice entirely. \nSession Aim: At the end of this session\, parents and carers will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the physical\, emotional and social changes that take place during puberty\nfor boys and girls.\nIdentify male and female puberty changes\, including information about periods and\nmenstrual health.\nFeel more confident having conversations about growing up\, relationships and sexual\nhealth.\nIdentify different methods of contraception and understand how they work.\nUnderstand how sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are passed on\, prevented and\ntreated.\nKnow where to access reliable information\, resources and local support for\nthemselves and their child.\n\nIf you would like to register for this session this session\, please email Katia at\nkatia.narzisi@nhs.scot or Vicki at victoria.clark5@nhs.scot or use the link below or scan\nthe QR code above: \nTo register for this session use this link: How to discuss puberty\, periods and sexual health with your child
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/speakeasy-sessions-for-parents-and-carers-how-to-discuss-puberty-periods-and-sexual-health-with-your-child/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Parents,Planet Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T150000
DTSTAMP:20260910T144109Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T144109Z
UID:727-1789390800-1789398000@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Drop In – Lairg
DESCRIPTION:Looking for work\, thinking about a change\, interested in training\, or considering starting your own business? \nCome along and have a chat about the support available\, including: \n\nJob search\, CVs and applications\nTraining and qualifications\nBusiness start up support\nLocal jobs and opportunities\nAdvice on your next steps\n\nNo appointment needed. Just drop in!
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/employment-support-drop-in-lairg-2/
LOCATION:Lairg Community Centre\, The Main St\, Lairg\, Sutherland\, IV27 4DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Employment,Self-employment / Business Startup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260910T144045Z
CREATED:20260910T124414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T144045Z
UID:721-1789380000-1789387200@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Drop In – Ardgay
DESCRIPTION:Looking for work\, thinking about a change\, interested in training\, or considering starting your own business? \nCome along and have a chat about the support available\, including: \n\nJob search\, CVs and applications\nTraining and qualifications\nBusiness start up support\nLocal jobs and opportunities\nAdvice on your next steps\n\nNo appointment needed. Just drop in!
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/721/
LOCATION:Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust\, The Barn\, Drovers Square\, Ardgay\, Sutherland\, IV24 3AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Employment,Self-employment / Business Startup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260830T135207Z
CREATED:20260830T135207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T135207Z
UID:696-1789034400-1789041600@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Start\, Grow\, Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about starting a business—or looking for support to develop an existing one? \nJoin us for Start\, Grow\, Thrive\, a friendly and informal business-support event taking place as part of the very first Scottish Employability Day. \nYou’ll be able to access practical advice and guidance on: \n✅ Starting and developing a business\n✅ Funding opportunities\n✅ Accountancy and finance\n✅ Marketing\n✅ Small-business networking \nLocal business owners will also be there to answer your questions and share honest\, real-life insight into running a business. \n📅 Thursday 10 September 2026\n⏰ 10am–12pm\n📍 The Courtroom\, Carnegie Courthouse\, Castle Street\, Dornoch \nThe event is completely free\, and there’s no need to book—just drop in. \nFor more information\, email info@highlandthrive.org.
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/start-grow-thrive/
LOCATION:The Courtroom Dornoch\, The Carnegie Courthouse\, Castle Street\, Dornoch\, IV25 3SD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Self-employment / Business Startup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T160000
DTSTAMP:20260824T120825Z
CREATED:20260824T120825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T120825Z
UID:685-1788357600-1788364800@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Drop In – Brora
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be in Brora on Wednesday afternoon with our Employment Support Drop In. \nWhether you’re currently looking for work\, considering a change of direction\, interested in training or qualifications\, or have an idea for starting your own business\, come in and have a chat with us. \n📅 Wednesday 2nd September\n⏰ 2pm to 4pm\n📍 Brora Community Learning Centre \nHighland Thrive can help with: \n\nJob searching\, CVs and applications\nTraining and qualifications\nBusiness start up advice and support\nFinding out about local jobs and opportunities\nExploring your options and deciding on your next steps\n\nYou don’t need an appointment and you don’t need to know exactly what support you need. Just drop in for a friendly\, informal conversation.
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/employment-support-drop-in-brora/
LOCATION:Brora Learning Zone\, Johnstone Place\, Brora\, Sutherland\, KW9 6PF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Employment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T120918Z
CREATED:20260824T120128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T120918Z
UID:679-1788343200-1788350400@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Drop In – Helmsdale
DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing our Employment Support Drop In to Helmsdale. \nIf you’re looking for work\, thinking about your next career move\, interested in training or qualifications\, or considering starting your own business\, come along for a friendly and informal chat. \n📅 Wednesday 2nd September\n⏰ 10am to 12pm\n📍 Helmsdale Community Centre \nHighland Thrive can provide support with: \n\nJob searching\, CVs and applications\nTraining and qualifications\nBusiness start up advice and support\nLocal jobs and opportunities\nExploring your options and planning your next steps\n\nThere’s no appointment needed. Just drop in and see how we can help.
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/employment-support-drop-in-helmsdale/
LOCATION:Helmsdale  Community Centre\, Helmsdale Library & Community Centre\, Dunrobin Street\, Helmsdale\, Sutherland\, KW8 6JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Employment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T120859Z
CREATED:20260824T115537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T120859Z
UID:672-1788181200-1788188400@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Drop In – Lairg
DESCRIPTION:We’re coming to Lairg! \nWhether you’re looking for work\, considering a change\, interested in gaining new qualifications or thinking about starting your own business\, come along and have an informal chat with Highland Thrive. \n📅 Monday 31st August\n⏰ 1pm to 3pm\n📍 Lairg Community Centre \nWe can support with: \n\nJob searching\, CVs and applications\nTraining and qualifications\nBusiness start up advice and support\n Finding out about local jobs and opportunities\nPlanning your next steps towards employment\n\nThere’s no appointment needed and no obligation to sign up for support. Just drop in and have a conversation about what you’d like to do and how we may be able to help.
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/employment-support-drop-in-lairg/
LOCATION:Lairg Community Centre\, The Main St\, Lairg\, Sutherland\, IV27 4DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Employment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T121004Z
CREATED:20260824T115330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T121004Z
UID:667-1788170400-1788177600@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Drop In – Ardgay
DESCRIPTION:Looking for work\, thinking about a change\, interested in training\, or considering starting your own business? \nHighland Thrive will be at The Barn\, Ardgay for a friendly\, informal Employment Support Drop In. \n📅 Monday 31st August\n⏰ 10am to 12pm\n📍 The Barn\, Ardgay \nCome along and have a chat about the support available\, including: \n\nJob search\, CVs and applications\nTraining and qualifications\nBusiness start up support\nLocal jobs and opportunities\nAdvice on your next steps\n\nNo appointment needed. Just drop in!
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/employment-support-drop-in-ardgay/
LOCATION:Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust\, The Barn\, Drovers Square\, Ardgay\, Sutherland\, IV24 3AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Employment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T235959
DTSTAMP:20260624T115635Z
CREATED:20260624T115635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T115635Z
UID:484-1784246400-1784419199@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Dornoch Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Dornoch Music & Beer Festival is a vibrant celebration of live music\, bringing thousands of visitors to Dornoch each summer for a weekend of outstanding entertainment. Set in the beautiful surroundings of The Meadows\, the festival features an exciting line-up of local\, national and international artists performing across a variety of musical genres. Headliners for 2026 include The Hoosiers and The Tumbling Paddies\, joined by popular acts including Tide Lines\, The Wellermen\, Harleymoon Kemp\, Glasville\, Beat The Drum – Runrig Experience\, Wrest\, Bad Actress\, Erin Ponsonby\, Martin Bannon\, Lucy Tay\, and Brittle. \nAlongside the live performances\, visitors can enjoy a welcoming festival atmosphere\, great food and drink\, family-friendly activities\, and the chance to experience the unique community spirit of Dornoch. Whether you’re discovering new artists or enjoying performances from established favourites\, the festival offers a memorable weekend of music in the heart of the Highlands. \nHighland Thrive at the Festival \nHighland Thrive will be in the Family Zone throughout the festival\, where members of our team will be available to talk about Planet Youth and our work to improve the health\, wellbeing and opportunities of young people across the Highlands. Come along for a chat\, find out more about the Planet Youth approach\, and learn how local communities can help create positive environments where young people can thrive. \nLocation: The Meadows\, Dornoch\nDates: 17–18 July 2026\nSuitable for: All ages (family-friendly event) \nTickets: Available now via Eventbrite – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dornoch-beer-music-festival-17th-18th-of-july-2026-tickets-1734664501219
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/dornoch-music-festival/
LOCATION:Sutherland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dornoch Music & Beer Festival":MAILTO:admin@dornochbeerfestival.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T162149Z
CREATED:20260619T145613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T162149Z
UID:432-1783677600-1783688400@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Dornoch Jobs Fair
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to announce that Highland Thrive will be hosting the Dornoch Jobs Fair on Friday 10 July 2026\, from 10am to 1pm at the Dornoch Community Centre (Social Club). \nThe event aims to bring together local employers\, support organisations and people looking for their next opportunity. \nWhether you’re:\n• A school leaver exploring your first job\n• A student looking for seasonal work\n• Returning to employment after time away\n• Considering a career change\n• Looking for part-time\, flexible or permanent opportunities \nThe Dornoch Jobs Fair will provide an opportunity to meet employers\, discover vacancies and access advice and guidance from organisations that support people into employment\, training and skills development. \n📍 Dornoch Community Centre (Social Club)\n📅 Friday 10 July 2026\n🕙 10am – 1pm \n 
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/dornoch-jobs-fair/
LOCATION:Dornoch Community Centre (Social Club)\, School Hill\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, IV25 3PF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Employment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T170606Z
CREATED:20260621T170350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T170606Z
UID:469-1782468000-1782475200@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Highland Small Business Network
DESCRIPTION:Held on the last Friday of each month at 10am\, our networking events are an opportunity for small business owners to meet each other face to face. \nSet in the beautifully restored Dornoch Station\, it’s a chance to get out of the office and catch-up with other members of your local business community in an informal and relaxed environment. \nYou can arrive when you want\, stay for as long as you want and make as many new business contacts as you want. \nWe like to think of it as networking without the pressure! \nBook your place at our next meeting
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/469/
LOCATION:Dornoch Station\, Grange Rd\, Dornoch\, Sutherland\, IV25 3LF\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Small Business Network":MAILTO:hello@hsbn.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T164018Z
CREATED:20260621T164018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T164018Z
UID:457-1782133200-1782140400@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Lairg Next Step
DESCRIPTION:Looking for support with jobs\, training or your next steps? \nNext Step is a free\, friendly drop-in service offering practical support tailored to you. Whether you’re looking for work\, returning after a break\, exploring a career change or simply unsure what comes next\, we’re here to help. \nWe can support you with:\n✔️ CVs and job applications\n✔️ Interview preparation\n✔️ Job searching and career planning\n✔️ Building confidence and motivation\n✔️ Accessing training and qualifications\n✔️ Digital skills and online applications\n✔️ Understanding local opportunities\n✔️ Overcoming barriers to employment\n✔️ Exploring volunteering\, education and work experience \nNo appointment is needed\, just drop in and have a chat with our team.
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/lairg-next-step/
LOCATION:Lairg Community Centre\, The Main St\, Lairg\, Sutherland\, IV27 4DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Employment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T163629Z
CREATED:20260621T163629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T163629Z
UID:439-1782122400-1782129600@highlandthrive.org
SUMMARY:Next Step Ardgay
DESCRIPTION:Looking for support with jobs\, training or your next steps? \nNext Step is a free\, friendly drop-in service offering practical support tailored to you. Whether you’re looking for work\, returning after a break\, exploring a career change or simply unsure what comes next\, we’re here to help. \nWe can support you with:\n✔️ CVs and job applications\n✔️ Interview preparation\n✔️ Job searching and career planning\n✔️ Building confidence and motivation\n✔️ Accessing training and qualifications\n✔️ Digital skills and online applications\n✔️ Understanding local opportunities\n✔️ Overcoming barriers to employment\n✔️ Exploring volunteering\, education and work experience \nNo appointment is needed\, just drop in and have a chat with our team.
URL:https://highlandthrive.org/event/next-step-ardgay/
LOCATION:Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust\, The Barn\, Drovers Square\, Ardgay\, Sutherland\, IV24 3AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advice & Guidance,Employment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Thrive CIC":MAILTO:info@highlandthrive.org
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