Wellington WI held their May meeting at the Beambridge Inn, and it included the annual meeting.
Here is their report …
The evening started with a presentation by Jan McNeill from Crewkerne on the versatility of a scarf, something which had been discussed and demonstrated when she worked on Seabourn Cruises.
She displayed a range of scarves of varying shapes and sizes, including some pashminas, all in various colours and patterns.
Some had been purchased from foreign markets and some acquired from charity shops.
Jan then demonstrated the variety of ways the scarves could be tied and worn, often to enhance an outfit.
Occasionally elastic bands and safety pins also played a part in transforming a simple large scarf into a butterfly jacket or a sarong. Some methods were a little tricky and caused a lot of laughter.
Members were encouraged to practise on the scarves they had brought along. There was more laughter and varying degrees of success. Practice makes perfect.
A coffee and cake break was taken, followed by the raffle, after which various club activities and events were announced, such as the Supper Club and the Repair Café where volunteers are always welcomed, as are donations of cake and offers of help.
A request for volunteers to help at the WI stall at Taunton Flower Show was also made.
This was followed by the AGM business. An account was given by the treasurer of the club’s previous year’s expenditure.
Reports from the secretary and president followed, providing a review of all the events and activities which have taken place in the last WI year.
Thanks were given to all the committee members for their hard work and continuing commitment.
A vote was taken for our chosen charity for the coming year, which is to be St Margaret’s Hospice.
Members then had to vote for the continuation of the current committee and shared president roles.
A new secretary will be required soon, and any interested WI member is welcome to put themselves forward for the post or the committee.
The next meeting will be on Thursday, June 19th, at the Beambridge Inn, 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Dr Karen Stead-Dexter will talk about Animal and Natural Assisted Therapy. Guests are very welcome.
For further information please contact us at info@wellingtonwi.org.uk, or check out our website: https://wellingtonwi.org.uk.