We need a volunteer to take informal minutes of our monthly committee meetings on the third Tuesday of the month, usually at Dancebase. A great opportunity to meet new people and to get involved in local affairs. If interested email us on grassmarket.residents.assoc@gmail.com to arrange an informal chat.

The annual carol concert was held round the Christmas tree in the Grassmarket on Sunday 22nd December. Over 50 people joined in the singing led by local choirs, enjoyed mulled wine and mince pies and celebrated the opening of the new community noticeboard. Our thanks go to St Columba's by the Castle for leading the event. A bucket collection raised over £150 for Streetwork the Edinburgh charity which works with people who find themselves living on the streets.