At the July meeting of Natland and Oxenholme W.I. President Marion Thornton welcomed members and a visitor.
Several members who had visited the Queen of Diamonds Flower Festival in the Parish Church, Kendal, reported that those involved were to be congratulated for their hard work and talents in producing a magnificent display.
Beyond Tea and Sympathy was the title of the evenings speaker, Cathy Collins. She is a Volunteer Support worker with South Lakeland Carers, giving valuable respite days to local carers of all ages.
Members read their favourite poem to the meeting which they had entered in the monthly competition, the winner was Dorothy Goddard.
There will be no meeting in August, but a visit to Leighton Hall is planned for Wednesday, 8th August, to include a tour of the House and Gardens, a Falconry display, and Afternoon tea .....
Hope it's a beautiful Summer day.... Any members wishing to go who haven't already booked,
please contact Joan Ratcliffe before 1st. August.
Preliminary Notice!
The W.I. Are holding a Jumble Sale to raise funds on Saturday 15th September 2pm. to 4pm. in the Village Hall. Any contributions would be gratefully received.
Next meeting will be held on 19th September at 7.30: New Zealand Travels with Pat and Martin Tetlow.
Visitors always welcome to join our meetings. Margaret Lancaster.