On Friday we welcomed John Hutchison from Alex Community Association. John gave a thought provoking talk on the pro's and con's of social media with particular reference to how it is affecting the volunteering community. We are all aware of rapid change that social media is making to communications within our community and sometimes it can get a bit overwhelming. Ultimately though "making a difference" to community does come down to giving time, your arms and legs and brain power to helpng out. John's message was one of adjusting to these changes and how to use the social media for the benefit of community, not only at time of natural disasters, but in the day to day improvements that we can all make in our community if we are alert to the causes in our community. 