A series of community events will be held across the Walsall borough to coincide with the COVID-19 Day of Reflection on Sunday 9 March 2025.
The events will give residents an opportunity to remember loved ones lost to COVID-19, reflect on personal and collective experiences and give thanks to health and social care workers, key workers, community groups, volunteers and many more for their response to the pandemic.
Some of the activities taking place include a lighted memory tree at Moxley Peoples Centre on Wednesday 5 March from 12pm to 2pm, where residents can write a message on wooden hearts and tags to go on the tree, arts and crafts sessions at Darlaston All Active and Manor Farm Community Association on Thursday 6 March, as well as books of remembrance at Collingwood Centre, Pheasey and Ryecroft Neighbouring Resource Centre on Friday 7 March.
Willenhall CHART will be having a memorial event on Saturday 8 March from 2pm to 4pm, which will include creating a reflection petal, a memory wall, candle lighting and a memory tree.
Aaina Community Hub in Caldmore, Walsall will welcome women and their families who lost loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic and will have activities throughout the day, including a memorial board to share memories and thoughts.
more collaborative than ever, and we are delighted to have given them the opportunity to open their doors to the public to be part of the National Day of Reflection. “
Councillor Garry Perry
Leader of Walsall Council
“ The COVID-19 Day of Reflection is a reminder of the power of community. We came together during the pandemic to support one another and help residents in their greatest need. These community events are a continuation of that community spirit. They offer a chance for us to create a sense of comfort and unity and celebrate the resilience of our communities. “
Jan Davies
Walsall Community Network
In addition to these events, a civic service will be held at St Michael and All Angels Church, Pelsall on Sunday 9 March. It will be led by the Reverend Alison Morris, Vicar at St Michael and attended by the Lord Lieutenant of the West Midlands, Derrick Anderson CBE and the Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Anthony Harris, with over 100 guests and representatives expected to attend.