We're very excited and proud to announce the release of our new website. Many of you have been asking us for quite a while now about when we're going to be doing something with the website and it's finally here. It's been months in the making and we hope you are now better able to access Andalus news, information and all our online resources.

There's a lot of activity that takes place offline and we want to be able to reflect that on the new website. So check back often for updates!

We've focused on making the site more visually appealing, information rich and easy to use and navigate. Finding out about what we have to offer and making online bookings for classes and events is as simple as a few mouse clicks.

There's a lot to explore and discover, so here's a brief overview of the various sections on the site:

Home: Check this regularly for the latest news and information on the frontpage. You can get a quick view of what's on by looking at the calendar tab on the top right. There's also a mixed collection from all our photos, some video and audio as well in the left-hand sidebar.

Classes: A list of all current and future classes taking place at Andalus. There lots of class information and you can even book your place for any class online.

Events: Find out about upcoming Andalus events and also access previous events to see related photos, videos and audio. You can also book your place at events online. It's really easy to use :)

Calendar: This gives a month by month overview of everything that's taking place at Andalus. Stay up-to-date by checking this section regularly.

Photos: We've got loads and loads of photos for you to enjoy. There's a few hunderd there right now and we'll be adding more regularly. If you've got any photos you'd like to share with others on our site, let us know!

Videos: Hours and hours of video footage and we'll be adding more and more.

Audio: Audio lectures and talks by various speakers for you to listen to online.

Services: Andalus provides the local Muslim community with various services to try and fulfil their needs and requirements. There's more information about everything we offer here, and if there's something you don't see and think should be here, let us know, we're always open to new ideas.

About: Who, what, why where, when? It's all answered here.

Contact: And finally, the most important section, where we make contact with each other. Go on, drop us a message...

So, do have a browse around, check back often, let friends and family know about the new site, and tell us what you think as well. We look forward to continuing to serve you and the local community here in Scotland.

- Javed Ali