Once again Classics on the Common, Rotary in Harpenden’s flagship event, drew crowds in their thousands to Harpenden Common to roam about a splendid collection of classic cars, motorbikes and scooters. This year we also introduced a novelty.
Charity
Hearing dogs get a Rotary boost
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People was the ‘President’s Choice’ of charity this year. Here, Rotary in Harpenden President Claire Wright is pictured with Denise Newman and Liz Arendt from the charity, after handing them a cheque for £1,650.
Not to be outdone, Liz’s hearing dog, Rufus, makes sure he’s in the picture.
Could you cycle for charity?
Why not enjoy a fun ride through the Hertfordshire countryside, get sponsored and raise much-needed funds for local charities?
Registrations are now open for the 2023 Rotary Clubs of St Albans Charity Cycle Ride.
EYES DOWN, EARS OPEN
Twenty-eight teams competed for the trophy in the 26th Quiz of Quizzes, held at St George’s School. By a six-point margin the Harpenden Lions Club triumphed, chalking up an 11th victory.
WHEN DISASTERS STRIKE…
When disasters such as the horrific earthquakes in Turkey and Syria occur Rotary in Harpenden is at the ready to respond.
Rotary Shoeboxes Score Another Double
For the second year running our Rotary shoeboxes not only carried toys, games, writing materials and toiletries to disadvantaged youngsters and elderly people in central and eastern Europe; they also gave a massive boost to the funds needed by a women’s hospital in Uganda.
Christmas Day Virtual Balloon Race
NO REAL balloons are used so it’s a 100% eco-friendly event.
Buy your balloon for £3 before Christmas Day and follow its progress on-line.
To enter race, visit ecoracing.co/cause/rotary-in-harpenden-2349/
WORLD POLIO DAY – SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE
Working together, the medical authorities in Pakistan and Afghanistan are making great strides in vaccinating children against polio. Only in those two countries does wild poliovirus remain endemic but because the cases of polio are largely concentrated on the countries’ shared border the medics and their partners in polio eradication
Money for Mencap
By tradition, a share of the funds raised by Rotary in Harpenden each year is allocated to the ‘President’s charity.’ Harpenden Mencap was Richard Young’s choice during his presidential year.
Classics – ‘a fabulous day’
Back to our normal slot at the end of July, the 28th Classics on the Common, organised by Rotary in Harpenden, drew crowds in their thousands to see a spectacular array of more than 1000 classic cars, scooters and motorbikes, including the largest vehicle we’ve ever had.