This was circulated to members who had signed up - paperwork taken around on walk around the village and a few 'out' of the village phoned. Not sure what the result will be - BUT - it's another opportunity.
Ah! well - I went - hubby came too - and what happened we were the only ones there with U3A!! The people who missed out were the ones who didn't come because it was an excellent film - here's to the next opportunity.
Sunday, 22 July 2012
July Meeting
Tonight was Members night - so very short on business. Sherry on arrival - very civilised! Kath still had outings lists on show tho' and there was a sales table, and raffle. Doreen updated us on Parish Council comments re: 'our tree'. Suggestions for small trees included an apple tree (available to 'scrump' or if it was a cooker - Annette could make apple pies - this brought a chuckle) - several comments were forthcoming and other ideas were put in the Suggestion Box - matter referred to the committee.
The speaker planned cancelled the Friday before the meeting BUT we luckily had a talk by a local Magistrate and learnt a lot more about the 'justice process'. For starters I didn't realise or probably even think about it - magistrates can claim for petrol but work as volunteers - well - cheers to our amazing Legal System - it just makes you realise you how lucky we are in this country. We were able to look at some actual cases and 'think how we would deal with them' and then learn what was the actual result - fascinating.
Hurrah then we were able to enjoy a delicious supper, wine, fruit juice or usual tea/coffee. There was plenty of 'chatter' time - a really enjoyable meeting - thanks to 'members'.
The speaker planned cancelled the Friday before the meeting BUT we luckily had a talk by a local Magistrate and learnt a lot more about the 'justice process'. For starters I didn't realise or probably even think about it - magistrates can claim for petrol but work as volunteers - well - cheers to our amazing Legal System - it just makes you realise you how lucky we are in this country. We were able to look at some actual cases and 'think how we would deal with them' and then learn what was the actual result - fascinating.
Hurrah then we were able to enjoy a delicious supper, wine, fruit juice or usual tea/coffee. There was plenty of 'chatter' time - a really enjoyable meeting - thanks to 'members'.
Saturday, 7 July 2012
Auctioneers Supper at Frome
Three members ventured into the wilds of East Somerset - Angela, Ruth and Eileen. Well, we found the venue at last - although our driver, having followed various vague signs around the outskirts of Frome was heard to remark, 'Where the bloody hell are we and how on earth do we get home?"' the route along all these identical dual carriageways was utterly confusing.
However, good car park, inviting venue - all nicely laid up - saw many friends - looking good!! Binegar were sharing with Evercreech WI. After a good (filling) meal, delicious puds - two had yummy portions of pavlova, (mmm ........... ) one a lovely chocolate torte - the fun started. There was a raffle, of course, but the interesting thing was the various antiques on each table plus a table of 10 larger antiques and quiz sheets - you were invited to guess: - Country of origin, description and suggest a price for each of these items. Every table had two smaller items and the same info was supposed to be discussed on each table by members and two member nominated to speak - on our table Molly and Angela were 'volunteered'.
Richard Slater (auctioneer from Bath) then took us through the 10 items asking for suggestions from anyone before 'putting us right' on Country, description, value of each and many surprises were forthcoming. the winner of this section being Sali Money of Compton Dundon WI. Then each table had a turn to 'value' their items - well some were surprisingly accurate BUT Molly got the most laughs having described a parrot brooch as 'naff' costume jewellery her estimate £20 - turned out it was very collectable even in its present state of unsafe fastener and 'coloured glass' chips missing - real estimate £350.
The whole evening was a great success - good food, very friendly, fascinating - and I hate to say but I did tell Carole about Richard 2 years ago but it was worth the wait - Excellent fun.
Oh! on the way home we followed another car - then turned through Frome and found home easily - much better route along familiar roads! Those dual carriage ways are for 'foreigners' - hope they got home OK!!
Beware inclusion in a poem - we did laugh a lot!! Angelar was off to a 'dinner, dance in Crickhowell' next day she and Alban have been learning ballroom dancing ready for their next cruise!!
However, good car park, inviting venue - all nicely laid up - saw many friends - looking good!! Binegar were sharing with Evercreech WI. After a good (filling) meal, delicious puds - two had yummy portions of pavlova, (mmm ........... ) one a lovely chocolate torte - the fun started. There was a raffle, of course, but the interesting thing was the various antiques on each table plus a table of 10 larger antiques and quiz sheets - you were invited to guess: - Country of origin, description and suggest a price for each of these items. Every table had two smaller items and the same info was supposed to be discussed on each table by members and two member nominated to speak - on our table Molly and Angela were 'volunteered'.
Richard Slater (auctioneer from Bath) then took us through the 10 items asking for suggestions from anyone before 'putting us right' on Country, description, value of each and many surprises were forthcoming. the winner of this section being Sali Money of Compton Dundon WI. Then each table had a turn to 'value' their items - well some were surprisingly accurate BUT Molly got the most laughs having described a parrot brooch as 'naff' costume jewellery her estimate £20 - turned out it was very collectable even in its present state of unsafe fastener and 'coloured glass' chips missing - real estimate £350.
The whole evening was a great success - good food, very friendly, fascinating - and I hate to say but I did tell Carole about Richard 2 years ago but it was worth the wait - Excellent fun.
Oh! on the way home we followed another car - then turned through Frome and found home easily - much better route along familiar roads! Those dual carriage ways are for 'foreigners' - hope they got home OK!!
Beware inclusion in a poem - we did laugh a lot!! Angelar was off to a 'dinner, dance in Crickhowell' next day she and Alban have been learning ballroom dancing ready for their next cruise!!
Tuesday, 3 July 2012
Lunch Club / Speakers Auditions./ Auctioneers Supper
Not sure where they're going in July but I understand The Duke of Cumberland was much enjoyed last month. They're real gadabouts - highlight of the month the Lunch Club.
Barbara from Leigh on Mendip WI, Ruth and Eileen went to Speakers Auditions at Westonzoyland - Moira joined them for the afternoon. Everyone auditioning had 15 minutes to give us an insight into their talks -all good speakers in their own way - some especially good we thought. Met Chris from Litton and Hinton Blewitt - later she emailed me copies of the speakers list because there were not enough available on the day. An unexpectedly huge crowd turned up (probably because of all this wet weather - but it turned out lovely and sunny there - typically as we spent the day inside) and Colette plus Westonzoyland WI (cakes and drinks) had organised a marvellously varied day for us.
Ruth, Angela and Eileen going to Auctioneers Supper at Frome soon (County Event) - should be good.
Barbara from Leigh on Mendip WI, Ruth and Eileen went to Speakers Auditions at Westonzoyland - Moira joined them for the afternoon. Everyone auditioning had 15 minutes to give us an insight into their talks -all good speakers in their own way - some especially good we thought. Met Chris from Litton and Hinton Blewitt - later she emailed me copies of the speakers list because there were not enough available on the day. An unexpectedly huge crowd turned up (probably because of all this wet weather - but it turned out lovely and sunny there - typically as we spent the day inside) and Colette plus Westonzoyland WI (cakes and drinks) had organised a marvellously varied day for us.
Ruth, Angela and Eileen going to Auctioneers Supper at Frome soon (County Event) - should be good.
Bruton Flower Arranging Club at Sunny Hill
Pouring with rain - of course, - but dry when we arrived. Had a little detour and learnt much more about Bruton - I feel a poem coming on as our party consisted of Ruth, Kath and Eileen.
We had Pimms (on offer in most super-markets now - bought a bottle myself the other day). Pleasant drink.with nibbles - all very jolly (had to eat quite a few nibbles to soak up the Pimms - it went to my head) Lots of WI members from local WIs present - good to see them all there enjoying the evening. Then into the 'theatre' - what a lovely set-up, comfy seats/ good view - lucky pupils at Sunny Hill. Then we had the most 'lovely' demonstration of flower arranging by Coral. A talented lady with a good line in chatter - it was a delightful evening. We all thoroughly enjoyed it - unfortunately, we didn't win a flower arrangment - I don't know how we'd have got one in the car - they were huge - have taken some pics on my mobile phone but have to find out how to download them - I have a little gadget 'somewhere'. Watch this space!!
We had Pimms (on offer in most super-markets now - bought a bottle myself the other day). Pleasant drink.with nibbles - all very jolly (had to eat quite a few nibbles to soak up the Pimms - it went to my head) Lots of WI members from local WIs present - good to see them all there enjoying the evening. Then into the 'theatre' - what a lovely set-up, comfy seats/ good view - lucky pupils at Sunny Hill. Then we had the most 'lovely' demonstration of flower arranging by Coral. A talented lady with a good line in chatter - it was a delightful evening. We all thoroughly enjoyed it - unfortunately, we didn't win a flower arrangment - I don't know how we'd have got one in the car - they were huge - have taken some pics on my mobile phone but have to find out how to download them - I have a little gadget 'somewhere'. Watch this space!!
WI Meeting - June 19th
Lots of news - Parish Council have agree we can plant a small tree on the batch for the Jubilee Year. Just have to agree what is a small tree - unfortunately I'm unable to attend next meeting to make a comment so it will be a committee decision by those present. Will send info re: trees via Kath.
Speaker 'interesting' but perhaps a bit too cerebral - some members looked a little dazed afterwards. Generally, it wasn't quite what we expected and not one of his best talks, lthough lovely pics and music and it was a for a good cause. Another lovely poem - this time about 'The Jubilee' - Ruth's done the village proud - note it was published in the July Parish News. When my printer's working must photocopy to send to Happy Valley and Iceland. We hope Ruth is going to adjust and enter the 20 line county poem competition! Go on Ruth - give it a whirl!
Speaker 'interesting' but perhaps a bit too cerebral - some members looked a little dazed afterwards. Generally, it wasn't quite what we expected and not one of his best talks, lthough lovely pics and music and it was a for a good cause. Another lovely poem - this time about 'The Jubilee' - Ruth's done the village proud - note it was published in the July Parish News. When my printer's working must photocopy to send to Happy Valley and Iceland. We hope Ruth is going to adjust and enter the 20 line county poem competition! Go on Ruth - give it a whirl!
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