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28/5/2016 0 Comments Debating the ResolutionThe May meeting focus to discuss the Resolutions proved to spark a healthy debate of both issues. This year food waste and dementia care are on the list and really brought out some great ideas, opinions and interesting points of view, the main statistic surprising us all was that 50% of food waste is generated by domestic households compared to 1% of supermarkets* of the 15bn tonnes thrown away in the UK every year. For some of us, it was also a shock to hear that dementia affects more people than cancer, with 850,000 people last year and a predicted 1 million** in another 5 years time. It's evident that both cause concern for the majority of people, and the consideration over the impact in both positive and negative ways must be thought about to decide on feasibility of a Resolution. If you'd like to read more about the Resolutions, you can find out more via the WI website including details about past Resolutions. Our local votes will now go forward to the Annual Meeting vote in June. Just a few reminders - there's still time for entries to the Canada Cup, Lady Denman Cup (and no reason we can't get ahead on the Sheila Norris Rose Bowl for 2017!) so if you can come up with an amusing slogan about food waste, or wish to write a letter to your younger self, let those creative urges flow and tell Brenda what you've come up with. But don't wait long, the closing date for your letter is 15 June! Flower book orders are also due in June so pop along order forms at the next Coffee Club.To finish the night off we indulged in cakes made by Elizabeth (cheese scones = approved!), Rummikub, Scrabble or just a natter, and Debbie revealed that we raised a whopping £320 at the Spring Fayre! Well done and thanks to all who took part in one way or another. The June and September meetings have swapped over to help out diary issues, so bring along some scissors, and (if you have any) double sided tape or other cardmaking supplies to the June meeting instead please! *source: LoveFoodHateWaste **source: Alzheimers.org
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22/5/2016 0 Comments Cake? Fayre Enough!Thanks to everyone who came along to the Spring Fayre today, and what a fantastic day it was! Blessed with beautiful sunshine, everyone enjoyed their homemade cakes and a fresh cup of coffee outside at the picnic tables, meaning we had lots of four-legged visitors too. We were overflowing with tombola goodies, crafty handmade goods, flowers, books and cards and the cakes were plentiful (of course!) Our crack team Debbie, Barbara, Brenda and Sue worked the kitchen and no plate went unfilled, no mug went dry and nobody left without crumbs around their mouths!
A few times we were bursting at the seams, as the good weather meant lots of visitors to the Country Park who spotted our bunting and discovered our haven of refreshments and a lot of good natured banter amongst the ladies over who could sell more. At times it was fiercer than a Morrocan souk! The Winding House tours proved popular as those who had only seen this great building from outside the railings finally got a chance to peek inside. What better way to get to know your local community! Early tallies show we raised a fair amount and we'll reveal at the meeting on Wednesday the final total. Great turnout from all BVWI ladies, as volunteers and visitors, plus friends and family who donated, bought, ate and took photos for us. We appreciate everyone who was a part of today - thanks from us all! Full gallery here |
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