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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.

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.

‘Classics’ on Video

Treat yourself to a fascinating 13 minutes watching hundreds of yesteryear’s classic vehicles – cars, motorbikes, and scooters – assemble on Harpenden Common for the annual Classics on the Common show.

SHOPPERS’ BOOST FOR FOOD BANK

Harpenden resident Fran Hocken adds her donation to the many items given by shoppers at Sainsbury’s and destined for the food bank covering Harpenden and St Albans.

Balloon Race Results are In!

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s balloon race – the results are now in!

LOCAL CHILDREN CONFRONTED BY DRAGONS

After sitting their SATS, Year 6 children from High Beeches Junior School face a panel in the school’s own Dragons’ Den to pitch their business ideas.

‘CLASSICS’ RETURNS TO JULY

Back in its usual late July slot, Classics on the Common, organised by Rotary in Harpenden, will be delighting the public with its 28th show on Wednesday, 27 July.

‘Significant impact in school and community’

Gemma Stapleton of Roundwood Park School is this year’s winner of the Bill Hewetson Memorial Prize and Rotary Young Citizen Award. The awards recognise a young person’s achievements in the spirit of the Rotary motto Service above Self. She is pictured after receiving her awards, a token and certificate, from Rotary in Harpenden President Richard Young.