We are delighted to announce that we will be gifting the ceremonial planting pot that contained the tree that was awarded to QPCO as part of the Platinum Jubilee Queen’s Canopy project, to the Higgins museum on Saturday 10th June at 11am.
Please share the poster attached widely!
We feel that the tree and pot awarded by the Platinum Jubilee Queen’s Green Canopy project to QPCO also recognise the many communities in Bedford that came together to create the Charity. So, as well as planting the tree where the public could see it, we wanted the pot to go somewhere it can be viewed by the public. We decided the best place to preserve this piece of Bedford history was the Higgins Museum.
Everyone is invited to join us for this presentation. This will be followed by activities for #GreatBigGreenWeek, which is the UK’s biggest ever celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature. A host of free events aimed at helping you to connect with nature at the heart of Bedford will be delivered by the Higgins Museum with community plant stalls, garden tours, foraging walks and creative activities.
This ceremony and the display of the Ceremonial Planting Pot is also an opportunity to learn about the work that QPCO have been doing with the Green Canopy in Bedford. QPCO will be also giving out herb plants at our stall, for people to plant in their gardens.
We look forward to seeing on Saturday.
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🐻 TEDDY BEAR PICNIC! 🐻🌸🧸✨
From beautiful flowers 🌷 to cute teddies 🧸, dancing, pretending to be our favourite animals 🐒🦁, practising our best bear poses 🐻 and joining in with the much-loved “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” story… there was so much fun, laughter and imagination!
And of course, we finished off our adventure with a lovely picnic 🧺🍎 — the perfect way to end such a special session!
A huge thank you to Emma from Let’s Get Going CIC for coming along and delivering such fun and engaging activities for everyone. 💕 Your energy and creativity made the day extra special!
So many smiles, happy memories and lots of little bears! 🐻❤️
Come Along next week and join our summer party!
📅 Wednesday 26th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🐻 TEDDY BEAR PICNIC! 🐻🌸🧸✨
From beautiful flowers 🌷 to cute teddies 🧸, dancing, pretending to be our favourite animals 🐒🦁, practising our best bear poses 🐻 and joining in with the much-loved “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” story… there was so much fun, laughter and imagination!
And of course, we finished off our adventure with a lovely picnic 🧺🍎 — the perfect way to end such a special session!
A huge thank you to Emma from Let’s Get Going CIC for coming along and delivering such fun and engaging activities for everyone. 💕 Your energy and creativity made the day extra special!
So many smiles, happy memories and lots of little bears! 🐻❤️
Come Along next week and join our summer party!
📅 Wednesday 26th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🧸🌸 Teddy Bear Picnic at Welcome Space! 🌸🧸
Come along and join us for a fun-filled Teddy Bear Picnic at Welcome Space! 🧺💛
Bring your favourite teddy bear along for a morning of picnic fun, games, activities and plenty of teddy-themed smiles! 🐻✨
🧸 Don’t forget your teddy!
💛 Come along, have fun.
We can’t wait to see you and your cuddly friends! 🐻💕
We’re also delighted to have Emma from Let`s Get Going CIC joining us and delivering some fantastic activities for everyone to enjoy. 🎨🎲🌈
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Wednesday 19th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🧸🌸 Teddy Bear Picnic at Welcome Space! 🌸🧸
Come along and join us for a fun-filled Teddy Bear Picnic at Welcome Space! 🧺💛
Bring your favourite teddy bear along for a morning of picnic fun, games, activities and plenty of teddy-themed smiles! 🐻✨
🧸 Don’t forget your teddy!
💛 Come along, have fun.
We can’t wait to see you and your cuddly friends! 🐻💕
We’re also delighted to have Emma from Let`s Get Going CIC joining us and delivering some fantastic activities for everyone to enjoy. 🎨🎲🌈
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Wednesday 19th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🇮🇳 Thank you to @BandhanBedford for the wonderful invitation to celebrate Indian Independence Day! 🇮🇳
Our Community Engagement Officer, Belinda, had a fantastic time meeting inspiring young award winners, enjoying brilliant performances, and tasting incredible food.
Huge well done to @BandhanBedford for hosting such a fantastic event! 👏🎉 Loved celebrating with you all!
#Community #IndependenceDay #Bedford #Celebration
🇮🇳 Thank you to @BandhanBedford for the wonderful invitation to celebrate Indian Independence Day! 🇮🇳
Our Community Engagement Officer, Belinda, had a fantastic time meeting inspiring young award winners, enjoying brilliant performances, and tasting incredible food.
Huge well done to @BandhanBedford for hosting such a fantastic event! 👏🎉 Loved celebrating with you all!
#Community #IndependenceDay #Bedford #Celebration
A massive thank you to CVS Bedfordshire on behalf of Kingsbrook & Cauldwell Big Local for kindly donating a portable defibrillator to us! 💙
Because it’s fully mobile, we can take this life-saving equipment along to our events, activities, and local group gatherings everywhere we go. Having this peace of mind on hand wherever we meet makes our whole community safer. We are so grateful for your generosity! 🏥✨
#Defibrillator #weareqpco #events #communitysupport
A massive thank you to CVS Bedfordshire on behalf of Kingsbrook & Cauldwell Big Local for kindly donating a portable defibrillator to us! 💙
Because it’s fully mobile, we can take this life-saving equipment along to our events, activities, and local group gatherings everywhere we go. Having this peace of mind on hand wherever we meet makes our whole community safer. We are so grateful for your generosity! 🏥✨
#Defibrillator #weareqpco #events #communitysupport
✨🌞 A Day of Sunshine, Creativity & Connection at the Welcome Space! 🌈
What a wonderful time we’ve had at the Welcome Space! 💛 From start to finish, the day was filled with creativity, laughter, friendship and plenty of sunshine.
🌑🎨 We got creative with solar eclipse-themed arts and crafts, making some truly brilliant creations!
🎶 We filled the space with singing and music, sharing smiles and joyful moments together.
💬☕ There were lots of warm conversations, new connections and time simply spent together.
✨🖊️ We enjoyed tattoo fun and bracelet making, with everyone getting creative and adding their own personal touch.
🏖️🏰 Outside, we built sandcastles, played, explored and enjoyed the sunshine.
🫧 And, of course… there were bubbles galore! 🫧💙
A special thank you to Dylan from Healthwatch and Amandeep from Blue Sky Carers for their lovely visit and for spending time with us. It was fantastic to have you both join us! 💙
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the Welcome Space such a warm, welcoming and joyful place to be. 💛
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 every Wednesday
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
#WelcomeSpace #Community
✨🌞 A Day of Sunshine, Creativity & Connection at the Welcome Space! 🌈
What a wonderful time we’ve had at the Welcome Space! 💛 From start to finish, the day was filled with creativity, laughter, friendship and plenty of sunshine.
🌑🎨 We got creative with solar eclipse-themed arts and crafts, making some truly brilliant creations!
🎶 We filled the space with singing and music, sharing smiles and joyful moments together.
💬☕ There were lots of warm conversations, new connections and time simply spent together.
✨🖊️ We enjoyed tattoo fun and bracelet making, with everyone getting creative and adding their own personal touch.
🏖️🏰 Outside, we built sandcastles, played, explored and enjoyed the sunshine.
🫧 And, of course… there were bubbles galore! 🫧💙
A special thank you to Dylan from Healthwatch and Amandeep from Blue Sky Carers for their lovely visit and for spending time with us. It was fantastic to have you both join us! 💙
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the Welcome Space such a warm, welcoming and joyful place to be. 💛
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 every Wednesday
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
#WelcomeSpace #Community
🌞✨ WHATS ON AT THE WELCOME SPACE! ✨🌞
🎨🌑 SOLAR ECLIPSE ARTS & CRAFTS – Something for everyone 🌑🎨
Bring the whole family, bring your creativity, and come enjoy a wonderful day of making, playing, sharing and connecting! ❤️
🎨 Get creative with our solar eclipse-inspired arts & crafts
🎲 Have fun with traditional games
☕ Enjoy refreshments & treats
💬 Meet new people and enjoy friendly conversations
🧶 Discover and share different crafts, skills and traditions
🤝 A chance to connect with our community and make new friends!
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Wednesday 12th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
✨ FREE • FAMILY FRIENDLY • CREATIVE • COMMUNITY • FUN ✨
🌞🎨 Let’s come together, get creative and make memories! 🎨🌞
Bring your imagination and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, friendship, and fun. We`d love to see you there! 💖
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
PLEASE SHARE & SPREAD THE WORD! ❤️
🌞✨ WHATS ON AT THE WELCOME SPACE! ✨🌞
🎨🌑 SOLAR ECLIPSE ARTS & CRAFTS – Something for everyone 🌑🎨
Bring the whole family, bring your creativity, and come enjoy a wonderful day of making, playing, sharing and connecting! ❤️
🎨 Get creative with our solar eclipse-inspired arts & crafts
🎲 Have fun with traditional games
☕ Enjoy refreshments & treats
💬 Meet new people and enjoy friendly conversations
🧶 Discover and share different crafts, skills and traditions
🤝 A chance to connect with our community and make new friends!
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Wednesday 12th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
✨ FREE • FAMILY FRIENDLY • CREATIVE • COMMUNITY • FUN ✨
🌞🎨 Let’s come together, get creative and make memories! 🎨🌞
Bring your imagination and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, friendship, and fun. We`d love to see you there! 💖
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
PLEASE SHARE & SPREAD THE WORD! ❤️
✨ What a wonderful time we had yesterday! ✨
Our attendees got wonderfully creative, using a variety of materials to make beautiful pictures, each one as unique as the person who created it. 🎨🖌️
The fun didn`t stop there—we enjoyed delicious refreshments, there was singing together, shared plenty of smiles and laughter, and finished the session by making colourful friendship bracelets. 🎶☕💖
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a warm, creative, and joyful day. We can`t wait to see you all again at our next session!
🌟 Fancy joining us? We`d love to welcome you! Come along every Wednesday from 1:00 pm–5:00 pm at the Bhagwan Valmiki Community Centre and join in the fun. Whether you enjoy arts and crafts, meeting new people, or simply spending time in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, there`s something for everyone.
We look forward to seeing you! 💙
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
✨ What a wonderful time we had yesterday! ✨
Our attendees got wonderfully creative, using a variety of materials to make beautiful pictures, each one as unique as the person who created it. 🎨🖌️
The fun didn`t stop there—we enjoyed delicious refreshments, there was singing together, shared plenty of smiles and laughter, and finished the session by making colourful friendship bracelets. 🎶☕💖
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a warm, creative, and joyful day. We can`t wait to see you all again at our next session!
🌟 Fancy joining us? We`d love to welcome you! Come along every Wednesday from 1:00 pm–5:00 pm at the Bhagwan Valmiki Community Centre and join in the fun. Whether you enjoy arts and crafts, meeting new people, or simply spending time in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, there`s something for everyone.
We look forward to seeing you! 💙
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🌸🌼 All Things Bright & Beautiful 🌼🌸
Come along and get creative with us at Welcoming Space!
💐 Flower Collages
🎨 Flower Art
✂️ Creative Crafts
🌺 A relaxed, friendly space to create, chat, and make something beautiful.
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Every Wednesday
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in!
Bring your imagination and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, friendship, and fun. We`d love to see you there! 💖
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the Connolly Foundation.
🌸🌼 All Things Bright & Beautiful 🌼🌸
Come along and get creative with us at Welcoming Space!
💐 Flower Collages
🎨 Flower Art
✂️ Creative Crafts
🌺 A relaxed, friendly space to create, chat, and make something beautiful.
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Every Wednesday
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in!
Bring your imagination and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, friendship, and fun. We`d love to see you there! 💖
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the Connolly Foundation.
