This year three young people earned the Bill Hewetson Memorial Prize and Young Citizen Award. The prize and award – a token and certificate – recognise special service within the community in keeping with Rotary International’s motto, Service above Self.
In the spirit of ‘Service above Self’
Triumph for Beechwood Park’s debating trio
Congratulations to the three boys from Beechwood Park School, competing in the under 13 age group, who won the National Final of Rotary’s Youth Debate challenge.
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.
Demonstrating creative technology talent
A record 37 teams of four entered this year’s Rotary Technology Tournament. All secondary schools in St Albans and Harpenden are invited to come along and face the challenge of building a working model in four hours. Students then demonstrate their products to a panel of expert judges.
WHEN DISASTERS STRIKE…
When disasters such as the horrific earthquakes in Turkey and Syria occur Rotary in Harpenden is at the ready to respond.
CALLING ALL QUIZAHOLICS
The 26th annual and ever-popular Quiz of Quizzes will be held at 7.30pm on Friday 17 March at St George’s School.
Find out more details and details of how to book your ticket below:
Junior Schools’ Carol Concert – a welcome return
After a four-year Covid-induced gap, High Street Methodist Church again resonated to the sound of a massed choir, leading the singing at the Harpenden and District Junior Schools’ Carol Concert.
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.