What has it
done?
The Forum was the
initial driving force behind Arnold Carnival.
It has organized theme
days and street entertainment.
An Arnold Business
Forum was set up to channel energies and focus on commercial
issues
in the town. Campaigns for CCTV and town centre manager resulted.
Projects seeking
better youth facilities and a youth forum continue to be pursued.
The Golden Eagles
(over 50’s) group has been established along with Golden Amblers
walking group.
A Useful contact information leaflet has been
prepared for older people.
Arnold In Bloom
was launched and attained a highly commended rating in the
Britain
in Bloom competition, introducing planters, hanging baskets and
community environmental improvements. With “Bloom” entry
suspended during work on the Park, the group launched its
Flourishing Arnold competition, which now looks like an annual
event.
Arnold LAF now produces its own newsletter 4 times per year which
is full of local articles by groups in Arnold.
The forum also
gave birth to the “Eagle” monthly news magazine,
which now
operates independently.
The forum is
currently considering its future role and priorities, and how it can
contribute to the Community Plan produced by the strategic Gedling
Partnership that covers
the whole Borough. Your views will be
welcome.
Our mascot
“Arnie the Eagle” is often seen around Arnold supporting
activities of the Forum and its partners.