‘Flying Fingers’ stitching group met last Tuesday. Next meeting is Tuesday 8th of August. For more details contact Beth on 01736 741352 or bethmarshallpz@btinternet.com
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Lafrowda Day
Well done to everyone who turned out in the drizzle to dress up in our brilliant Jampot costumes for Lafrowda Day.
Archery Taster
A great evening was had when members tried out Archery for a taster session hosted by The Lizard Bowmen. With one-to-one tuition from the friendly experts, everyone improved quickly and soon there were calls of ‘Gold End’ from along the line, signifying an archer has shot three arrows into the centre gold ring. After tea and biscuits the competitions began with chocolate prizes for winners. Many thanks to Val for organising .
Fundraising in Causewayhead
With fantastic weather and great support from our members our fundraising stall in Causewayhead raised £155. Thank you to everyone who brought along items to sell; baked goods, craft items, plants and books and also to all those who helped out on the stall over the course of the day. Well done everyone!
Beach Bag Workshop
Another great craft workshop from Val. Several members gathered last week to stencil and make a beautiful beach bag, made from start to finish in one day. Well done everyone!
Amblers – the first outing
With Shirley’s Monthly Walking Group already a popular regular event in our calendar, those less able to undertake a five mile ramble in the countryside have formed a group to get out and enjoy an amble at a slower pace. The first meeting took Jane, Kathy and Gail, plus Ruby the dog, along Penzance promenade with a visit to the new Zebra Crossing cafe. If you would like to join the Amblers on their next outing please get in touch with Jane or Kathy.
Book Club Garden Party
The Annual Book Club Summer Garden Party took place this week, with the wet weather preventing even a step into Colleen’s lovely garden. Nevertheless, with a scrumptious array of food and great company, a lovely afternoon was had by all. The book discussed was ‘The L-Shaped Room’ by Lynne Reid Banks and members pondered on the differences in society’s view of a single unmarried mother in 1960 and in modern times. Next month’s book club will be on Wednesday 26th July, at the usual time of 7.30pm when the book to talk about is ‘The Thread’ by Victoria Hislop. New members are always welcome (see Colleen for more details)
June Walk
Our walk this month was mainly along the coastal foot path from Porthcuno to Gwennap Head. The sea was calm, the beautiful sandy coves inviting, the granite cliffs a challenge and the weather perfect.
At Gwennap Head we had a quick look at the Coastwatch Lookout before returning to Porthgwarra for a picnic lunch followed by ice cream.
From there we headed back passing St Levan’s Well and Porthchapel Beach before the steep climb to the Minack Theatre. Alison and Rob were sensible and had planned ahead; as we were leaving, they were heading for Porthcurno beach and a swim. (Shirley)
Visit from St Mary’s W I
Seven members of St. Mary’s, Isles of Scilly, WI have recently returned to the islands after a short exchange visit to their link WI, Crowlas and Ludgvan. Not only were the ladies blessed with beautiful sunny weather, but all were so warmly welcomed, hosted for two nights, entertained and treated.
The smooth crossing on an early Scillonian III meant that there was time on the first afternoon for a trip to St. Michael’s Mount after lunch. Some ladies chose to tour the castle, others sought shade in the lush gardens and then it was off to our host homes to freshen up before joining the Crowlas and Ludgvan WI monthly meeting. There was a supper of hot pasties and homemade cakes followed by a demonstration of “Sexing up your Salads” by Helen Thomas from Archie Brown’s of Penzance. It was interesting to see how different WIs operate, with plenty of new ideas to take back and share.
The following day, another hot one, began with the scenic train ride along the coast from St. Erth to St. Ives. First on the agenda was an excellent guided tour and talk at Barbara Hepworth’s studio and deliciously shady sculpture garden. Everyone adjourned for lunch at a beachside restaurant, after which groups dispersed to do their own things: some headed for the shops, some the beach and some back to hosts homes for the chance to chat or rest in a cooler spot. The finale to the visit was a large group meal at Marazion, overlooking the emerging causeway and Mount.
Everyone from St. Mary’s felt very lucky to have had the chance to better get to know our WI friends across the water, and we look forward to returning the favour soon by sharing our homes and islands again. (Karrie Skaife, St Mary’s WI)
Flying Fingers June Meeting
Our Flying Fingers Stitch and Chat Group made the most of the lovely June sunshine and met in the garden at Val’s house this month. Next month’s meeting will be at Gail’s on Tuesday 11th July at 10.00am. Contact Beth for more details.
Crowlas & Ludgvan WI 