Putney Society AGM to Explore Arts in Community Life
Guest speaker on the evening is Clare Frankl Bertram
Clare Frankl Bertram, Chair of the Friends of Putney School of Art & Design
March 20, 2026
The Putney Society will hold its Annual General Meeting on Monday 23 March at 7.30pm, bringing together members to review the past year’s activities and elect officers for the year ahead.
The meeting will take place at the Community Church on Werter Road, SW15 2LL, with the option to attend in person or via video conference.
The evening will begin with formal business, including approval of the 2025 minutes, presentation of the Annual Report and Accounts, and elections for key roles including President, Vice Presidents, Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, Executive Committee members and Independent Examiner.
Following the business portion of the meeting, guest speaker Clare Frankl Bertram, Chair of the Friends of Putney School of Art & Design, will give a talk titled “The importance of participation in Arts: finding your tribe.” Her presentation will explore how creative engagement can foster stronger connections between individuals and their neighbourhoods, and the role of the arts in building inclusive, resilient communities.
The Putney Society encourages all members to attend and take part in shaping the organisation’s future direction. The AGM offers a chance not only to reflect on the Society’s work but also to consider how the arts can support civic life in Putney.
For details on how to join the meeting online, members are advised to check the Society’s website .
Putney Society, a registered charity, is an amenity society run by volunteers to preserve and enhance our local heritage and community.
The Putney Society’s website contains more information about many other local issues and how to become a member.
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