A new event in Inverness will use music and cups of tea to tackle social isolation.
The free Senior Springtime Social will bring together a variety of local musicians for a traditional tea dance.
The gathering is the idea of DJ Martin Mackay, who plays shellac records on traditional gramophones.
He said: “We have been hearing a lot about the elderly in our community feeling isolated – music is a great way for people to connect and I thought a Tea Dance could bring people together.
“We hope lots of people will come along to enjoy the music, tea and cake – and maybe a spot of dancing too.”
The Senior Springtime Social will be held at The Smithton Church Hall on Saturday March 25th from 2pm – 4:30pm.
As well as gramophone records, there will also be music from local singer Alison Gilbert, live accordion playing by Frankie Fraser, and a performance from singer songwriter Emma Mitchell.
Tea and cakes will be supplied by Tesco through their community scheme, while members of local groups such as the Dunbar Centre and Contact the Elderly will also be in attendance.
