Yesterday, I felt privileged to stand in for the mayor to...

Yesterday, I felt privileged to stand in for the mayor to unveil ‘𝐎𝐱𝐲𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞’ a collage by Calne Reconnecting Group at Calne Pop-up Pocket Park as part of the Priestley250 project.

Diane Gooch came up with the overall idea for the collage. Members of the Reconnecting group each had a square that they then designed to fit with the concept. Gus Gooch, of Calne Men's Shed, designed the custom frame.Check out the unveiling video here: https://youtu.be/gDr7WUmKPb4?si=5Ki69-ZxkGAp_Z1GThank you to all involved.For more information on Priestley250, head to: https://www.calneheritage.co.uk/p/priestley250.htmlFollowing this event, White Horse Samba Band performed at the Pocket Park before giving a well-attended workshop. 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩Meets to provide support to Calne seniors to reduce social isolation and help with mental health and wellbeing. This project is mainly run by volunteers, including the Older Person and Carers Champion for Calne, Diane Gooch. If you'd like more information about this group, please email calne@calne.gov.uk