the big help out - monday 8th may

The Big Help Out, organised by The Together Coalition and their partners including The Scouts, the Royal Voluntary Service and faith groups from across the United Kingdom, is intended to highlight the positive impact volunteering has on communities across the nation.

In tribute to His Majesty The King's public service, The Big Help Out will encourage people to try volunteering for themselves and join the work being undertaken to support their local areas. The aim of The Big Help Out is to use volunteering to bring communities together and create a lasting volunteering legacy from the Coronation Weekend.

In the Town Centre, look out for the Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers who will be planting small flowers and seeds in pots on the Concourse outside the Library between 10am and midday. The pots will be given out to the next adult they see - a Random Act of Kindness. 

Meanwhile, on Church Green, Harpenden Scouts will be offering smores around an open fire, encouraging people to find out more about their volunteering opportunities and how you can get involved.

The Harpenden Trust will be running an Open Day at their new Halls, in Southdown, giving everyone the opportunity see their new facility and learn more about volunteering for this important organisation. They will also be showcasing some of their current hall users and their activities, which are mostly volunteer run. Click here for further details.

Tell us about your plans, and in return we can promote what you’re doing and assist in helping to find volunteers. Email: harpenden.town.council@harpenden.gov.uk or call us on 01582 768278.