Hello friends
Gad, it’s hot! I seem to be adopting the laid back habits of the tropics, which is probably why this newsletter is two days late. Sorry!
Meeting Thursday July 13th 8pm.
Most excitingly, next week we have a potter bringing two wheels and a load of clay. She’ll be talking about all things pottery related and demonstrating how to throw a pot (get me and my technical terminology!). Then some of us will have the chance to do a bit of throwing ourselves, while the rest will be doing some hand building.
Outing on Friday July 14th
I’m a big fan of the fabulous and most hilarious Pantaloons and they will be doing their version of ‘Emma’ at Hyde Hall gardens next Friday. You’ll need to get your own ticket and make your own way there but if you would like to sit with other WI ladies and their assorted hanger onners then we’ll be meeting at the entrance to Hyde Hall at 6.15. Let us know if you are coming and would like us to look out for you. You’ll need something to sit on and a picnic. Much fun guaranteed.
August 10th
I don’t know why this should be but historically WI subs cover 11 meetings a year. August is our month off but we do usually organise an outdoor gathering of some sort. This year we’re going to have a walk in Belfairs wood. Meet at the Visitor Centre at 6.30pm and don’t forget your bug spray.
Afternoon Tea Sunday September 17th at the Chalkwell Rooms
This is a free event for all our members and should be a lovely afternoon. If you haven’t yet done so, please would you let us know whether or not you will be joining us.
Sub Groups
The big push to get more sub groups organised seems to be going well. Already Annabelle has offered to run a walking group, Faye a sea swimming group, and Phoebe a true crime exploration group. Looking at the sign up sheets from last month, the most popular choices that haven’t already been covered seem to be
– Pub quiz team
– Supper Club
– Singing/choir
– Board Games
– Gardening
I am happy to take on the mantel of running a board games club as I love them and my family refuse to indulge me. I propose to hold it on the fourth Thursday of the month at 7pm.The first meeting will be on Thursday August 24th at my house in Rayleigh and I’ll have a sign up sheet next week.
Is there anybody else who would be prepared to run one of the others? Or indeed, anything else?
Looking forward to seeing you all next week and marvelling at your clay creations.
Much love
Vanessa
