Hello AWCCS family,

Welcome April—bringing longer days, blooming blossoms, and a fresh new energy for us all. We’ve made it through another Scottish winter (well done, us!), and as the sun begins to shine a little more often, I’m thrilled to welcome both new and returning members to our warm, vibrant community. This season marks not just a change in the weather, but a beautiful step forward for our club.

Over the past four years, I’ve had the honour of serving as your president, and I’m so proud of the growth we’ve seen. Two key goals I had were to grow our membership and diversify our community—and I’m so happy to say: mission accomplished! We’ve welcomed incredible women from all walks of life, and our club is richer, stronger, and more fun because of it.

As I prepare to pass the baton, I’m excited to see what’s next. My hope is that our next president continues this momentum by making the club even more inclusive—welcoming not just expat wives and mothers, but also students, professionals, LGBTQ+ members, people of colour, and anyone looking for connection and community here in Central Scotland. Whether you’re in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Forth Valley, the Borders or beyond—you belong here.

Our regular events—Coffee Mornings, Birthday Bashes, Book Club, Movie Nights, and more—are thriving, and we’d love to see more of you at them. They’re casual, friendly, and always a good time. And if you’re more of a quiet supporter, that’s okay too—just know you’re always welcome. We’re also exploring new ideas and locations for club activities further afield, so if you have suggestions or would like to host something, please reach out. We’d love to hear your ideas.

Speaking of amazing members, a heartfelt recognition goes out to our Edinburgh Events Board member and Superwoman, Nancy Lynner. Nancy has worn many hats in our club—including multiple terms as president—and continues to be a driving force behind so many of our fantastic gatherings. She is the definition of grace, kindness, and reliability, always lending her support everywhere and lifting others up with her generous spirit. If we had an AWCCS Member of the Year award, it would absolutely go to Nancy. Thank you, Nancy, for everything you do—you are cherished.

Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at the U.S. Consulate in Edinburgh—please do come along! It’s a great chance to get caught up, hear about future plans, and share your thoughts. Don’t forget to RSVP—we’d love to see you there.

Though I’ll be stepping down as president, I’m not going far! I will continue to serve as your FAWCO Regional Coordinator, so don’t hesitate to get in touch with any ideas, questions, or just to say hello.

Lastly, thank you all for making my time as president so special. You’ve made this role a joy, and I’ll carry these memories with me always. Here’s to an exciting, inclusive, and joy-filled spring ahead!

With love and gratitude,
Cynthia Holden
President, American Women’s Club of Central Scotland
FAWCO Regional Coordinator