Book Club

Hello Ladies,

We had an encouraging meeting on Wednesday at the Book Club and looked at various recommended book titles. It was decided it would be best to avoid new titles purely from a cost perspective, the thinking being that we could look at these at a later date. Therefore the chosen book to read is ‘Me before you’ by Jojo Moyes with the review meeting on April 3^rd at 8pm at Fillongley Social club.

Having taken WI advice regarding the club, we are pleased to inform you that it works on the same principle as the WI and is open to all ladies, either members or guests. The only cost involved is obtaining the book in whatever format you prefer. The Committee will oversee the Club and keep you all informed. Please feel free to join in.

Click the book to the right to go to the Amazon site to buy or read reviews and to look inside the book.

Kind regards,

Fillongley Lite WI Committee

Book Club and Walking club

Hello Ladies,

A reminder that the Book Club has its first meeting tomorrow night at the Manor Pub, Fillongley, Wednesday 27^th February at 7.30pm in the bar to discuss book choices, ideas and future meeting venues.

The Walking Group will meet next Wednesday 6^th March at 8pm at Fillongley Social Club to discuss walks and people’s availability.

Please do come along and join in.

Kind regards,

Fillongley Lite WI Committee.

February Meeting

Another great evening at the WI in Fillongley.  Thanks to SewArty of Kenilworth for their demonstration of various craft items.

For those of you wanting to follow up on this, here's a link to their website.  SewArty

February meeting

Hello Ladies,

At our Meeting tomorrow we will have a talk and hands on demonstration by Di Carter of Sew Arty from Kenilworth. We will also have the pottery from last month’s meeting to return to you.

Look at our lovely pottery pieces, made last month, they are very impressive; or visit the Utterly Pottery facebook page 

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Utterly-Pottery/285176608211105#!/pages/Utterly-Pottery/285176608211105

If you wish to become a member or renew a membership you may do so again this month. Membership is £33 or dual membership £14.80(for those belonging to more than one WI).

Please note that anyone not renewing at this time will be suspended from the Federation mailing list.

Our Garden Party on May 18^th, 2-5pm, at Station House, Arley is fast approaching. We are happy to collect your donations of books, unwanted gifts and preserves from now on at meetings.

Plants and cakes will be collected nearer the time but if you are able to bake a cake, please let us know beforehand. We would also like to borrow garden tables for the afternoon if you are

able to help with this. If you are able to spend an hour on the day helping, please do let us know. Thank you. 

 

Book Club – meeting at the Manor Pub, Fillongley Wednesday 27^th February at 7.30pm in the bar to discuss book choices, ideas and future meeting venues.

Walking Group – please see Olivia at the end of tomorrow’s meeting.

WI Annual Federation Meeting at Stoneleigh Park, 20^th March, please say if you would like to attend.

Denman in Bloom, the recent email sent to you, offered 2 open afternoon visits to the gardens, these will be on Sunday 14 April and Sunday 28 April from 1pm-5pm. Admission is £3. Children under 16 can enter for free. Please let us know if you would be interested in an organised trip.

Sarah’s Blue Cross fundraising dinner dance on March 16^th at Maxstoke Golf Club. We have some ladies interested in this event, if you would like to join a WI table, partners optional, please email asap.

Kind regards,

Fillongley Lite WI Committee. 

Denman in Bloom

Dear Federation Secretaries,

In April and May 2013 we are holding a bulb festival, kindly sponsored by Walkers Bulbs. A host of daffodils, tulips and crocuses will be on display in the grounds of Denman and to celebrate, we have organised a range of flower themed courses, so you can try a new skill AND experience the glories of our gardens at the same time.

9-12 April - 123.717: A Beginner's Guide to Flowers for Easter

19-21 April - 123.749: Spring Flowers

22-24 April - 123.753: Flower Garden in Ribbon Embroidery

24-27 April - 123.763: Glorious Tulips in Watercolour

24-27 April - 123.766: Spring Wildlife Walks and Tulips

3 May - 123.793: Contemporary Tulips in Acrylic - Day School

3-5 May - 123.804: Stained Glass Flowers in Patchwork

We will also be hosting two open afternoons, where you can come and stroll in the Denman gardens and treat yourself to a cream tea. These will be on Sunday 14 April and Sunday 28 April from 1pm-5pm. Admission is £3. Children under 16 can enter for free. Individuals can pay at the gate. If you would like to bring a coach, you must purchase your tickets in advance by calling us on 01865 391 991.

I’d be grateful for anything you can do to spread word about the Denman in Bloom open afternoons and the courses listed above. It would be great if you could add it to your newsletters and link your website to the Denman Forthcoming Events section: http://www.denman.org.uk/forthcoming-events/denman-bulb-festival/19.

Don’t hesitate to contact me if you require further information.

Best wishes,

Kate

Kate Bullas

Marketing and Communications Manager

Denman College, Marcham, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 6NW

T: 01865 391991 Ext. 222

F: 01865 391966

www.denmancollege.org.uk

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January meeting

A very enjoyable night was had at the January meeting with the long-awaited return of Utterley Pottery.

As you can see, a lot of concentration was going on that night.

December update and Xmas Meal

Hello Ladies,

For those of you who are attending the Christmas Party please note that a ‘home – made hat competition’ will be judged by the evening’s entertainer, with a prize kindly

donated by Keith, Landlord of the Cottage Pub, Fillongley. With all the talent we have, I am sure there will be some spectacular entries!

Just to remind you that it is this Wednesday at Fillongley Social Club, 7.30pm, with the meal being served at 8pm. For those of you who are paying on the night, please bring

your £12.50 in an envelope marked with your name on and hand it to our Treasurer, Jenni. Anyone wanting a receipt may obtain this from Jenni also.

Unfortunately I will miss the meal as I am attending an Awards Ceremony for long service as a School Governor, disappointed that these two events fall on the same night

I will do my best to join you later – in the meantime, have a great evening.

The Federation have asked me to remind members to complete the questionnaire regarding Denman College and the Resolution voting form that are in the November/December

WI Life Magazine.

Thank you to all those who decorated the salt dough shapes to hang on the Christmas Tree and to Karen who provided the tree, cones and lights and put it up in Church with Olivia.

I forgot to thank Sarah at the meeting for laying the Remembrance Sunday Wreath on our behalf and another thank you to Sarah as we have now heard back from Federation regarding

our Big Walk/Little Splash entry. Suffice to say Sarah put together an excellent journal of member’s achievements and we successfully completed the Challenge. Although our entry didn’t

win, I hope that you all agree that this is something to be proud of. A big thank you to all those who took part.