Community Forum New Year Event Well Attended by Residents

Hailsham residents turned out in their hundreds for a special New Year Resolution event which took place at Hailsham Parish Church and church lounge on Saturday [27^th January], which showcased local community groups, clubs and voluntary organisations in the local area.

The event, organised by the Hailsham Community Forum, was open to everyone to attend and representatives from local community groups were on hand to answer questions about what they do and how new members and/or volunteers can benefit from joining them.

There was also a ‘Volunteers’ Hub’ at which people who were unable to commit to joining any group or organisation but wish to help out occasionally, could register their interest.

“It’s the people of Hailsham that really make our town such a wonderful place to live and work,” said Deputy Town Clerk & Business Enterprise Manager Mickey Caira.

“One of the best ways to meet new people and benefit from new experiences is through joining one of the many clubs and community groups around the town.  I’m delighted that many residents came along to this special event, found out more about the groups operating in the local area and joined one or more of them!”

Hailsham Community Forum organiser Jenny Seale said: “It was an amazing turnout and every one of the 37 exhibitors had success in receiving new enquiries along with new and potential members signing up throughout the day.”

“Collaborations between groups were also made and such was the event’s success that we will definitely be running a similar, even bigger and better event next year.”

“People were often heard commenting that they didn’t know there was so much to do in Hailsham, and this was only a little sample of what we have in this wonderful town!”

For more information about the Hailsham Community Forum contact Jenny Seale on 01323 440567 or by email: j.seale1961@gmail.com.