Happy New Year to all! As we're nearly at the end of January and 2009 is well under way, I thought I should give a brief update on Time Bank activity.

The Time Bank is continuing to grow, with 30 individual members, and 135 hours of activity in the bank (that works out at just under 4 working weeks).The range of activities continues to be vast and varied - from very skilful sewing jobs, to simple things like feeding and letting someone's dog out when they're away overnight, baking scones for an event, or changing lightbulbs for someone who can't hop up a step-ladder quite so easily these days.

It really is that simple - any little helping hand can make a difference to someone, and anyone can contribute. Your time is valuable. Sign up now!!

Upcoming - Debby will be at the regular Rushall Village Hall coffee morning on Saturday 7 February (best bacon rolls in the county!), explaining how the project works and encouraging new and existing members to get involved in exchanges and activities. All welcome.

On the evening of Thursday 19 February (7.30) Time Bank members will be at the PACT centre in Pewsey, for the first meeting of what we hope will become a regular, informal drop-in session for migrant workers or others who'd like to practice their English conversation skills with volunteers. We hope to see people who would like to develop their English skills but who may not have the time of inclination to sight up for a formal class - but at the very least it should provide an opportunity for Time Bankers to get together and discuss activities among themselves.

Do you have time, energy or skill which you could put to use? Do you know someone who could use some help? Contact the Time Bank (01672 564140) to talk about it.