GoodGym and the Chamber of 300 Folds

8 Goodgymers helped their local community in Stockport
Ben Foster
Jamie Emerson
Laura Boldison
Hazel Molleda
Mandy Parkinson
Emily Pigram
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Stockport

Tuesday 10th February

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What an eventful night!

Nine volunteers managed to gather to support the newspaper distribution for Post Community News —seven fully signed‑up GoodGymers, one accidental (borderline ambushed) recruit, and one enthusiastic joiner. A warm welcome to Emily, who survived—sorry, enjoyed—her very first on‑the‑day session! 😄🎉

Things kicked off with the traditional folding of 300 Stockport Post newspapers at the backyard picnic table. But the rain clearly felt left out and decided to RSVP “YES” at the last minute… so everything was swiftly relocated indoors. The living room suddenly transformed into a cosy gossip-and-fold HQ, perfect for spilling tea in both the literal and dramatic sense. Just when the plot needed thickening, Meera arrived fashionably late (she got lost) wielding news so explosive it could have competed with the Post’s front page. Honestly, it felt like a mini‑reunion! 🥰🎉

With more volunteers than usual (and a weather system that clearly wanted a volunteering badge), the team put on their strategic hats to plan the house‑to‑house distribution with military precision—no duplicate deliveries on our watch! Group 1, Kirsty, Jamie, Mandy, and Ben tackled the A6 side of the neighbourhood. Group 2 - Emily, Mithra, Meera, Laura, and Hazel - swept across the Shaw Heath side. The rain insisted on joining every step of the route, leaving everyone soaked, soggy, and slightly pruney… but undeniably happy little kittens.

A chaotic, rainy, tea‑filled, productive GoodGym session—just the way we like it. 🌧️💪😄


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Post Community Newspapers
Your free, not-for-profit, positive newspapers for the community, by the community - in print and online

Free, not-for-profit community newspapers published in print and online every month that are dedicated to supporting local communities. With a focus on positive and relevant community-focused news and information, Post Community Newspapers help keep communities better informed, connected and supported. With a current print circulation of over 40,000 per month across five boroughs, as well as thousands of online reads, The Post provides an accessible and engaging publication read across all demographics.

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Michael

Thu 12th Feb at 7:21pm

Good to see you still going strong Jamie. Great work all.

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