At a recent meeting of the Executive Committee recognition for the contribution made by long-serving member of the Society, Caroline Penn, was considered. Our Constitution now allows service to the Society be acknowledged by way of Honorary Lifetime membership – which we feel to be a perfect fit between endeavour and reward.With over 30 years … Continue reading Honour for Long-serving Member
Join Our Committee?
Do you have a little spare time?Do you live in Beeston, Bramcote, Attenborough, Chilwell or Toton - and care about the heritage, buildings, streets and environment around you? Please consider joining the Civic Society Committee - we need people like you! Nominations are now open for joining our small team of volunteers who help keep … Continue reading Join Our Committee?
WHY DO WE DO WHAT WE DO?
How do we decide what we get involved in? At the AGM we were asked why we got involved in a wide range of topics when we should just scrutinise local planning decisions. I hope this article explains this wider scope for our work. Our charitable purpose is to pro-actively engage with the community to: stimulate … Continue reading WHY DO WE DO WHAT WE DO?
Founding Member and longstanding contributor, Marion Wallwork, stands down as President.
Marion accepts her parting gift, a handmade glass sunflower bowl by local artist, Joyful Dragonfly. Photo by Mervyn. Our President, Marion Wallwork, has decided to stand retire from her post as President of the Society. Marion has been involved in the Society for nearly fifty years - and is both a founding member and has … Continue reading Founding Member and longstanding contributor, Marion Wallwork, stands down as President.
2022/23 Committee Nominations
NOMINATE FOR OUR NEXT COMMITTEE If you would like to become part of the team keeping Beeston Civic Society ticking over – either in an Executive role or as a general officer – you can now apply online. Committee members are elected each year at the Society's AGM, the date of which is set at … Continue reading 2022/23 Committee Nominations