Our September meeting showcased a remarkable presentation by
Katie Ellis of The Able Label. She
opened with the story of why she started her company. When caring for her grandmother, Katie
realized how difficult it was for her to find clothes which were easy to put on
and to be fashionable. Having worked as
a buyer for the White Stuff she was well placed to design and source easy on
clothes in up to the minute styles.
Jane Orgil volunteered to try on the sample range – wearing gardening
gloves-to experience how difficult it is for some people to dress
themselves.
On 20th September four members visited the
District Art and Craft event in Bearsted.
Where they were shown how to make some delightful Christmas items.
The Lunch Club visited their favourite venue in September –
The Fox and Goose in Weavering. They
are always made to feel so welcome and enjoy the home made meals which are
always good value.
Five of our members plus two other sopranos from
Hollingbourne presented the Hazlitt Choir Concert on 26th
September. It was extremely well
received, due no doubt to the extensive rehearsals and benefitting from the
services of two conductors and a superb drummer. It was great fun.
On 2nd October 3 members and Alan joined eight
District WIs for a visit to Bletchley Park.
It was almost overwhelming – so much information to take in. Whilst I could understand how the Enigma
machine worked, the deciphering process needs closer study. An intriguing day out.
Mary attended a Driving Day at Rochester organised by
National WI. She took part in First
Response on the Scene Training, a scene investigation workshop and a one to one
driving session with an advanced motorist observer. She is an even better driver now! Well done Mary.
Ian Harmer is kindly continuing with the Darts Team training
at the Sugar Loaves. He advised playing
301 and 401 starting and of course ending with doubles (for the darts
afficianados). First competition match will be against Loose WI, later on in October.
The last of our meetings which are open to the public will
be on Tuesday 20th November and we will finish on a high. AROUND THE WORLD IN A DOUBLE DECKER BUS –
Richard King will be telling us all about this saga which started in 1969. He and his musical friends took to the road
in a converted bus. On their journey
they became honorary citizens of Texas, they performed for the Shah of Iran….so
many great stories!
Tickets are £3 on the door starting at 8pm. Phone 880433/382 to book your place
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Another reminder of our Social Event for Hollingbourne on
Saturday 17th November at 7.30pm.
Although advertised as a Barn Dance, it will of course be taking place
in our own Village Hall. John Sweeney,
the caller is good at getting people to join in the dances which are English
Country and so varied that we will find something for everybody to enjoy. An easy going social event to brighten up the
start of winter with hot food served during the interval. Bring your own drinks and glasses. Tickets £8 from 880382/734370.
Val Williams
Secretary Hollingbourne WI
