Darlington Community Garden

Most residents will now be aware of some of the exciting things that are going on under the arbour, so to speak! I took the opportunity to wander down to the now regular Saturday morning mosaic tile making session and took a few photos.

Tiles have been made by schools and residents and now by children and adults together in the holidays. They will eventually adorn the path running through the arbour. Another worthwhile activity that I attended was the once a month produce swap. Locals brought all sorts of produce from zucchini, to preserves, to seedlings and curry leaves – whatever anyone has enough of to share. This was both a social opportunity and a wonderful way of giving and receiving without the need for money to be exchanged. See the photo of the notice of times for future swaps.

Katie and I want to thank those who have mentored us enabling us to have a go at this editing role! I would also, while I hold the ‘virtual’ pen, like to round up my theme on young people and some of the exciting things that they are doing, by suggesting that in our main committees (e.g. DRRA and DCRAG) there might be a permanent position for a young person on the committee e.g have chair, treasurer, etc and also a ‘youth representative’.

This could in theory be offered at a future AGM, but if not taken up, perhaps young people themselves, or local schools, could be approached to ensure that it is filled. Such a position would give us access to the next generation of talent and would also help to ensure the ongoing nature of the groups that we rely upon to represent our views and to distribute information to us.

Jayne and Katie Simpson | February Editors