Hi Roger

September is a month of fresh starts and gentle shifts. As the summer winds down, we’ve got plenty to keep you inspired - from opportunities to learn and share with others, to celebrating wildflowers (with the chance to win cash prizes!) and taking time for a little self-care.

Monthly peer support networking - 3 September

Join us this Wednesday for Next in Line: Exploring Succession & Growth in Community Projects. We’ll share ways to step back, empower others, and pass on vision and care for the future. Plus, plenty of practical tips for handing over responsibilities with confidence.

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Children at a Big Lunch jumping in the air

Skill building workshop - 23 September

Back to School: ABC’s of Community Action is a lively and engaging masterclass of five short talks exploring the most common challenges of community projects. From engaging others and sustaining funding to quick wins with social media and capturing success, speakers will share inspiration and tools to boost your impact.

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Could you win Wildflower Photographer of the Year?

Celebrate 25 years of the Eden Project’s National Wildflower Centre with us! Enter our new photography competition, launched in partnership with Canary Wharf Group, and share your best wildflower shots. Rural or urban, sown or truly wild, you could win up to £1,500!

ENTER BY 30 SEPTEMBER

Make time for you: self-care September

This month is about slowing down, looking after yourself, and building resilience. Action for Happiness share daily self-care actions to bring calm, balance, and positivity to busy lives. Take a look to find simple, gentle ways to support your wellbeing and create healthy habits that last.

DOWLOAD THE CALENDAR

Community Gardens: what gets in the way?

Following our first session in August on engagement and funding, this free online event (7 October, 6–7pm) explores governance and access to space in community growing. No need to have joined part one, just come along to share experiences, connect with others and learn from each other.

Alex Hollywood’s sticky wings n’ drumsticks

Sweet, savoury, and perfect for sharing, you can whip up this marinade using simple cupboard staples.

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Jamie Oliver’s summer berry pavlova

Light, fruity, and delightfully simple to make, hang on to the summer vibes with this yummy crowd-pleaser.

READY, STEADY, COOK!

Stuff you can do ▶

Plan a Big Lunch ▶

Inspiring stories ▶