We were all moved by some of the stories we heard at August’s meeting, as related to us by our speaker from St. Petroc’s Society. And although many of us don’t immediately think of Cornwall when we think of homelessness, it is a very real problem even in our community.
If you happen to see anyone sleeping rough or someone you think is in need of assistance, please contact the Devon and Cornwall Rough Sleepers Partnership as soon as you can.
A happy group of 23 ladies representing Crowlas & Ludgvan, St. Ives, Carbis Bay and Zennor spent a glorious day in the sun at Cotehele.
After arriving and having a coffee break, the ladies had a wander around the house, admiring the kitchen, the housekeeper’s room and the beautiful tapestries. Some then made their way to the flour mill where they bought some flour. Others went to the quay and enjoyed lunch in the restaurant there.
All in all, the day was a great success! Although we no longer have an official ‘group,’ many members still like to meet up with others from nearby WIs for outings and social events, and we hope this will continue!
At their July meeting, our book group switched their customary evening meeting for a lovely afternoon tea, hosted by Colleen Lewis.
Here are some of the smiling book group members with what looks like a wonderful spread:
A big congratulations goes out to Rona Cowls, winner of this year’s W.I. Cup at the Ludgvan Horticultural Show!
You don’t have to wait for our next monthly meeting to read September’s County News! The online version is available here (or just click on the ‘County News’ tab at the top of this page).
Make sure you see page 4 with a picture of and article about our beach litter pick from earlier this year!
A big thank you to all members who donated items to St. Petroc’s at our August meeting. We collected a huge amount of clothing and toiletries, all of which will go to a very worthwhile cause.
Last week a small group of us (including honorary WI member Miss Ruby) set off for a splendid day in the sunshine in Falmouth.
We began by taking a lovely boat ride up the Fal, stopping off in Malpas for a coffee. The sun was bright, the sky was blue and it couldn’t have been a better day.
After the boat trip, we headed to Rick Stein’s for some al fresco fish and chips in a delightfully shady spot. Following lunch, some of us headed to the Falmouth Art Gallery while others browsed in the shops.
Thanks to Kathy for organising such a wonderful day!
(More pictures can be found here.)
Niamh reports on last night’s meeting:
A good time was had by all.
Special thanks to all who attended – Colleen for her organisational skills and her able Deputy, Pat, the provider of fabulous fizz – (you had to be there!)
Oh, and the book – The Hare with Amber Eyes by Edmund de Waal which scored 7.5 – a worthwhile challenge.
Several of our members unleashed their inner Picassos today at an oil-painting workshop led by Hazel Brown.
The talented ladies produced some amazing masterpieces under Hazel’s tutelage (but there are no names signed to the works below, so we don’t know which artist is responsible for which painting!):
A special thank you goes out to Hazel from Irene, Jane, Mary, Naimh, Pat and Sue, as well as to Lis for arranging the day and for supplying some delicious lemon cake.
A couple of weeks ago, a group of our members had a guided walk around Baker’s Pit, very kindly organised by Sue Knights.
It looked like a gloriously sunny day and, from what we hear, everyone learned a lot as well as enjoyed themselves thoroughly.
More photos can be seen here.
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