Tony Stockwell, Psychic Medium at Frome Memorial Theatre on 21st June 2012
Based on the success of the Christmas Comedy night the Wyle Women are going on tour again – we will block book tickets for Tony Stockwell's Psychic Medium Show at Frome Memorial Theatre on 21st June 2012 for all interested in going. Tickets £19.50
http://www.fromememorialtheatre.org.uk/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=details&id=48:tony-stockwell-psychic-medium
http://www.fromememorialtheatre.org.uk/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=details&id=48:tony-stockwell-psychic-medium
Sutton Veny is heading BACK 2-52 to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. This ambitious event over the Bank Holiday weekend in June next year will see 1950's Sutton Veny being brought back to life. Only 60 years ago, the thriving village was abustle with a butchers, a cycle shop, a post office, a cinema, a bank and 2 pubs! It is planned that the High Street of the past will be recreated for the special occasion. WI Lite will be getting involved in the event, and any ideas/support would be gratefully received.
Preparations for the 1950's Dance on the 4th June has begun. Free Fifties Dancing lessons at Sutton Veny Village Hall will be held on 15th and 29th May. More details to follow but make a note on your calendar and contact Lyndsey now to register your names.
2012 Events
Dates for your diary
MAY
Skittles Finals Wednesday 16th May Seend Social Centre 7.00pm
Quilt as you go or Off Loom Bead Weaving Thursday 25th May Longbridge Deverill Village Hall 10.30am – 3.30pm
NFWI Annual General Meeting Wednesday 30th May Royal Albert Hall London.
JUNE
Jubilee Garden Party Thursday 7th June Rowdeford School (Nr Devizes) 2.00pm – 5.00pm
New Speakers Day Thursday 21st June Bulford Village Hall 10.15am – 3.15pm
Scrabble Finals Tuesday 26th June Bromham Social Centre 7.00pm – 10.00pm
Quizzical Pursuits Wednesday 27th June 7.30pm – 9.30pm at the following locations:
(closes 21st May) Sheldon School – Chippenham
Clarendon College – Trowbridge
Sarum Academy – Salisbury
Warneford School - Highworth
Cycletta Sunday 24th June Wiltshire, helping to get mum's, wives and partners and children active on their wheels. For more information go to http://www.cycletta.co.uk/
Cycletta Sunday 24th June Wiltshire, helping to get mum's, wives and partners and children active on their wheels. For more information go to http://www.cycletta.co.uk/
JULY (book with secretary by 12th June)
A Hen Party Saturday 7th July, Camp Farm, Sutton Veny
Old Fashioned Games Day Thurdsay 10th July The Bell on the Common, Broughton Gifford
International Day- India, Thurs 26th july, Melksham Assembly Hall
Lady Denman Cup, NFWI Competition, "My Moment of Glory", closing date 3rd July
SEPTEMBER
Sugar and Stitch Day, Bishops Cannings, Sept 19th
Craft Cup- NFWI Competition, "A Knitted Hat", closing date 3rd Sept
Big Walk, Little Splash- NFWI Competition, Walking and Swimming, Closing Date 12th October
OCTOBER
WI Holiday; Llandudno, Chester and Merseyside- closing date 21st May (see Secretary)
"Singing for Joy"
Please contact WI House is you are a singer or pianist interested in getting together to form a choir in our area.
Calling all Crafters! "Pass it On" Craft Clubs
The NFWI is supporting the Craft Council and Hand Knitting Association in their aim of increasing the number of Craft Clubs in schools. A series of free "Pass It On" training days will be held across England and Wales over the next two years. The dates will be available on the MOODLE as soon as they have been organised. WI Members can claim up to £50 in travel expenses to attend these events. WI members who are already running Craft Clubs will be supplied with training materials and "goodie bags" for their students but they need to ensure that they register their club on the Craft Club website or with Lesley Quirk, Craft Club Co-ordinator, NFWI Unit by email l.quirk@nfwi-unit.org.uk or call 01865 391788 x 239. Evaluation forms will be sent to everyone who registers and this will generate delivery of the free materials.
Legal Aid
The Legal Aid , Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill will dramatically scale back the legal aid system. The NFWI is concerned that proposals will mean that some of the most vulnerable people in our society will be unable to access legal aid. The WI have been campaigning to raise awareness of the disproportionate impact on women, particularly women who have experienced domestic violence. Help them continue to get the support they need from the Legal Aid system. Please get involved by writing to your MP. Template letters are available from the Public Affairs Dept on the MOODLE or by contacting WI House.
The New Wave Weekend at Denman College - Fri 25th to Sun 27th May 2012
This is a special weekend get away with the girls. It's called the' New Wave Weekend' and takes place from Friday 25th finishing after lunch on Sunday 27th May.
There's loads to do, including opportunities to try a selection of latest trend workshops; from Jewellery making, Zumba, Learning to sew and Cushion-making; plus a food demonstration (discover the secrets to Petit-Fours), and a chance to taste and learn about some fantastic wines. This is a great opportunity for a weekend away. Prices £235 for members and £272 for non-members includes the course and all the tuition, accommodation at Denman College for two nights, welcome drinks, breakfast, lunch and three course dinners, so fantastic value for money! There's also 10% discount for those sharing a room, and free transport from Didcot Parkway and Oxford train stations if travelling by train.
There's further information online at http://www.denmancollege.org.uk/. To book the number to call is 01865391991, a £50 deposit is required to confirm a reservation. Spaces are allocated on a first come first served basis.
