Events
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Wed 1
Comataidh na Gàidhlig
Wednesday, 1 February, 2023,11:00
There will be a Meeting of the Committee in the principal Council Offices, Stornoway, on 01 February 2023 at 11.00am. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Wed 1
Community Safety Board
Wednesday, 1 February, 2023,14:00
The Community Safety Board meets on 01 February 2023 at 14:00. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Fri 3
Smash in 2 Badminton 03 February
Friday, 3 February, 2023,19:00 - 20:00
Smash in2 Badminton is suitable for beginners, returning and recreational players, it's all about having fun. Equipment provided.
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Tue 7
Education, Sport and Children's Services Committee
Tuesday, 7 February, 2023,10:00
Education, Sport and Children's Services Committee will meet at 10:00am on Tuesday 07 February. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Tue 7
Video production for social media – DigitalBoost
Tuesday, 7 February, 2023,14:00 - 16:00
Discover why the use of video helps people find your brand or website and how this kind of content has become a powerful way to engage with your audience.
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Tue 7
Sustainable Development Committee
Tuesday, 7 February, 2023,14:00
Sustainable Development Committee will meet on Tuesday 07 February 2023, at 14:00. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Wed 8
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
Wednesday, 8 February, 2023,10:00
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will meet on Wednesday 08 February, at 10:00. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Wed 8
Build an effective strategy to grow your business
Wednesday, 8 February, 2023,14:00 - 16:00
Without a strategic approach, how do you know where your business is heading? This webinar will help you learn how to develop a strategic plan - enabling growth and greater sustainability.
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Wed 8
Policy and Resources Committee
Wednesday, 8 February, 2023,14:00
Policy and Resources Committee will meet at 2:00pm, on Wednesday 08 February 2023. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Thu 9
Audit and Scrutiny Committee
Thursday, 9 February, 2023,9:30
Audit and Scrutiny Committee will meet on Thursday 09 February, at 9:30am. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Thu 9
How to write and develop your business plan
Thursday, 9 February, 2023,13:00 - 15:00
Just starting up or looking to update your business plan to get funding or take forward developments? Then this session is for you.
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Fri 10
How to generate and increase sales
Friday, 10 February, 2023,13:00 - 15:00
Join us to explore the ways you can find and convert sales for your business.
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Fri 10
Smash in 2 Badminton 10 February
Friday, 10 February, 2023,19:00 - 20:00
Smash in2 Badminton is suitable for beginners, returning and recreational players, it's all about having fun. Equipment provided.
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Sat 11
Fun Free Printmaking Class at Museum nan Eilean Stornoway
Saturday, 11 February, 2023,13:00 - Saturday, 4 March, 2023,15:30
We are hosting various free community activities at Museum nan Eilean over the next few weeks, and hope that you will be inspired to sign up for these fun and engaging sessions.
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Mon 13
The essentials of bookkeeping and what expenses you can claim
Monday, 13 February, 2023,11:30 - 13:30
We will cover what a profit and loss account is, how to prepare one, how to keep accurate financial records, and what expenses you can/can't claim for when looking to keep your tax bill down.
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Tue 14
Human Resources Sub-Committee
Tuesday, 14 February, 2023,11:30
There will be a Meeting of the Human Resources Sub-Committee in Committee Room 1, Council Offices, Stornoway and through Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 14 February 2023 at 11.30am.
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Tue 14
Planning Applications Board
Tuesday, 14 February, 2023,14:00
Planning Applications Board will meet on Tuesday, 14 February 2023, at 14:00. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Tue 14
HR – Recruiting, managing, and retaining staff
Tuesday, 14 February, 2023,17:30 - 19:30
This webinar will explore the essentials of HR, including hiring, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, and remote working.
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Wed 15
Full Council 15 February
Wednesday, 15 February, 2023,15:00
Full Council will meet on the 15 February 2023, at 15:00. Recorded audio of the meeting can be accessed here.
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Thu 16
Google Analytics – Understand how your website performs – DigitalBoost
Thursday, 16 February, 2023,14:00 - 16:00
Better understand where your website visitors come from, how they behave and become customers with Google Analytics.
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Fri 17
How Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help your business marketing – DigitalBoost
Friday, 17 February, 2023,10:00 - 12:00
This practical webinar will examine how AI can help make your marketing more efficient. AI isn't the future, it's here now, with free tools and systems that could help businesses of all sizes.
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Fri 17
Smash in 2 Badminton 17 February
Friday, 17 February, 2023,19:00 - 20:00
Smash in2 Badminton is suitable for beginners, returning and recreational players, it's all about having fun. Equipment provided.
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Sat 18
How to start a business: The basics
Saturday, 18 February, 2023,10:00 - 12:00
This session will provide you with the key information and tools to plan and start your own business.
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Mon 20
How to improve your Google search rankings - Part 1: On page optimisation – DigitalBoost
Monday, 20 February, 2023,10:00 - 12:00
The first of 2 webinars designed specifically to help get your business website higher up the search engine rankings, increasing visibility, web traffic, and sales.
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Tue 21
LinkedIn for business – DigitalBoost
Tuesday, 21 February, 2023,10:00 - 12:00
Want to boost your business with LinkedIn? We'll take you beyond networking by showing you how it can market your products and promote your brand.
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Tue 21
Get impact & engagement with social media analytics - DigitalBoost
Tuesday, 21 February, 2023,14:00 - 16:00
From Facebook Insights to Twitter Analytics, this webinar will show you how to access each platforms metrics and reporting, and how to use them to improve the potential of your social media.
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Tue 21
Fun Free dance classes at Museum nan Eilean Stornoway
Tuesday, 21 February, 2023,14:00 - Tuesday, 14 March, 2023,15:00
We are hosting various free community activities at Museum nan Eilean over the next few weeks, and hope that you will be inspired to sign up for these fun and engaging sessions.
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Wed 22
How to build a digital marketing plan – DigitalBoost (1)
Wednesday, 22 February, 2023,18:00 - 20:00
Digital marketing can deliver real business results and this webinar will show you how to develop a practical digital marketing strategy to help your business.
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Thu 23
Digital tools to help run your business remotely – DigitalBoost
Thursday, 23 February, 2023,14:00 - 16:00
Every social media platform now prioritises live video streaming. Combine that with online webinars and remote working options, and your business can thrive online. Join us to find out how.
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Fri 24
Photography for online business – DigitalBoost
Friday, 24 February, 2023,10:00 - 12:00
An image is everything. Learn how to shoot, edit and upload photos for use online and to showcase your business.
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Fri 24
Smash in 2 Badminton 24 February
Friday, 24 February, 2023,19:00 - 20:00
Smash in2 Badminton is suitable for beginners, returning and recreational players, it's all about having fun. Equipment provided.
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Fri 24
Quiz Night - Friday 24th February
Friday, 24 February, 2023,19:00
Please see the information poster regarding the Isle of Lewis Cancer Research Committee quiz night.
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Mon 27
The basics of trading on eBay, Etsy and Amazon Marketplaces – DigitalBoost
Monday, 27 February, 2023,14:00 - 16:00
Established, trusted, and recognised platforms such as eBay, Etsy or Amazon might be perfect to reach your next customer, but which platform to choose, and how much is it actually going to cost you?
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Mon 27
Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport Workshop
Monday, 27 February, 2023,18:00 - 21:00
The Sports Council is always looking at ways to help clubs develop, so we are delighted to offer a Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport Workshop on Monday 27 February 2023.
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Tue 28
The essentials of bookkeeping and what expenses you can claim (1)
Tuesday, 28 February, 2023,13:00 - 15:00
We will cover what a profit and loss account is, how to prepare one, how to keep accurate financial records, and what expenses you can/can't claim for when looking to keep your tax bill down.