MCS
Now that membership renewals now take place in April the months of June and October have been designated M CS Month s Please inform your MCS reps of any amendments or if you do not have one inform Nancy at Cresswell House. You can appoint an MCS Rep
any time to take care of your WI members details, just contact the Office and Nancy will arrange this for you.
Shotley’s Birthday Bash – Karen Coleman
In April, Shotley WI gathered at Derwent Manor Hotel to celebrate their 95th birthday. They had the honour of having Federation Chairman Marj Read and Barbara Kilkenny join them along with visitors for 3 other WIs. The cake was cut by our longest serving member Daphne Smurthwaite supervised by President Cathy Railton and Marj. A birthday mug was given to all who attended.
Dinnington’s pack of corgies – Susan Robinson
Two of our very clever members have been very busy knitting some Winnies and bigger corgis!
Warkworth say thank you to Treasurer
Marj attended the Annual meeting of Warkworth WI. She is presenting a certificate to Pat Dodd who stood down from her role as Treasurer, a role she assumed in 1991. She has been a member for much longer than that and will remain on the Committee.
Kirkley knitting titfers – Dorothy Toward
The ladies from Kirkley WI have been busy this last few months. We have made 39 hats, which we have taken to the Sea men’s mission in South Shields.
Newbiggin by the Sea hold coffee morning – Rachel Dowdeswell
The Ladies of Newbiggin WI held a coffee morning on 25th April 2022 to raise money for Marie Curie in memory of a much-loved WI member Carol Butchart who recently died. It was a well-attended event with mountains of delicious homemade cakes on offer.
WI members and people from Newbiggin came together to chat and remember Carol who was well known in the local community. A grand total of £343.91 was raised for Marie Curie at the coffee morning. Newbiggin WI president Susan Corbett said: ‘this has been a lovely occasion in which to remember Carol. Many of our members have had friends and relatives who have been supported through the excellent care provided by Marie Curie and we are delighted to have raised so much money for them.’ Marie Curie Fundraising Assistant Lauren Forster said:’ Donations like these allow us to care for and support our patients and their families through the hardest times. This donation is hugely appreciated by everyone at Marie Curie.
Newbrough’s Pennants – Ann Wodzinski
Newbrough WI held their AGM on 12 May 2022 which was attend by our Chairman Marj Read at Newbrough Town Hall. Members proudly showed off their finished beautifully crafted Jubilee pennants.
Speaker’s Corner
Michael Gatherar – A retired police officer, lives in Seaton Delaval. He has his own computer, projector and screen and is prepared to travel throughout Northumberland. There is no fee except travelling expenses. His topics include: Local Murders, Notable North East Women, The Women’s Land Army, The Cullercoats Artist’s Colony, The Tarset Street Tragedy, The bombing of The Wilkinson’s Lemonade Factory, North Shields Local VCs, Local Men Shot at Dawn and is currently working on some new topics.
Contact: T: 0191 6800 764 M: 07817 110 987 E: Michael.Gatherar@outlook.com
Peter Herdman – Is a cyber security consultant. As part of Giving Back to the Community he volunteers giving talks on cyber security so there are no fees or travelling expenses. Topics on cyber security include but are not limited to: General cyber security awareness, online privacy, online scams, protecting yourself and family online, technology. Contact:
M: 07891 156 366 E: peter.herdman@capgemini.com
Nicola Jones – Gives an inspiring and motivational talk called “The Life and Times of a Mumpreneur”. A journey through her life and how she came to setting up her own business with £250 – to now having a £45,000 turnover. Fee is £50 plus £15 fuel and is happy to travel within 1:15 hour radius from Sedgefield. Talk lasts 45 mins. She is available at short notice as a stand in or happy for long term bookings. Contact: M: 07843 682 570 E: nj@nicholajones.com
Joanne Close – Is a Body Shop consultant. Her talks consist of Anita Ruddick and her life story of the Body Shop, Anita’s varied charities predominantly COTE Children on the Edge, Body Shop where it was and where it is now and its future aims i.e., it’s now 100% vegetarian, by the end of 2023 all products will be 100% vegan. She charges £30 with 10% of any sales of products after the talk being donated to WI. Contact: M: 07846 041 825 E: joclose1@gmail.com
Speaker Recommendation:
The Ladies of Felton and Thirston WI had a talk from a local business lady, Sophie Kirkup – Todburn Soaps. We were treated to the story of how Sophie embarked on the journey of breeding her goats, all with flower names and distinct personalities, and
after attending various courses and reading books was emboldened to develop her soaps, and then shampoo bars, body butters, lip balms and more, using their milk. The soap-making process was outlined, and the importance of following a precise recipe explained. There were lots of questions about the business as well as the goats and the products.
Contact: M: 07720 050 565 E: sophie@todburn.net
She is based in Todburn near Longhorsley and is happy to travel up to 50 miles. A donation may be accepted. She did sell her products and donated a raffle prize to us.
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