Rockley Rally - 2016

Well done to Wentworth WI for organising an excellent afternoon.  The rally was well attended by members and friends and was a great way to meet up with our neighbouring WI's.

Wentworth President opened the afternoon by introducing the talented youngsters from Take2 Academy Theatre at Birdwell.

Joseph - Take2 Singers

We then had a very entertaining talk from Gerry Kersey from Radio Sheffield about the people he'd met over the years and interviewed for his radio programme.

After a well-earned cuppa and excellent 'WI Tea' we were able to engage in a spot of retail therapy at the stalls.  Our 'Jewellery and Scarves' stall was very impressive so well done to our team of helpers for all their hard work.

Jean, Pat, Sybil and Mary ...... and their wares!

Happy Shoppers!

High Green WI Cake Stall

An excellent afternoon - thanks to Wentworth WI.

June Meeting - What the Butler Saw by Michael Davidson-Paine

Despite a cold 'first day of summer', we soon warmed to the theme of our presentation for the evening given by Michael Davidson-Paine on the Life and Work of a Butler to the rich and famous.

A very smart Butler!

Michael explained how he became a Butler and the training involved in London.  He worked in both the House of Commons and Lords before working in the Royal Household for the Queen, Queen Mother and Princess Margaret.  His many stories and the variety of work involved in being a Butler were fascinating and we certainly learned a lot.  Michael also talked about his time spent in America working for a multi-millionaire educating him in the ways of the British Upper Classes.  However the lure of 'home' overcame his massive salary and he returned to work in London again.  Following lots of 'questions' from the floor, Sue Dixon gave a heartfelt vote of thanks from us all and thanked Michael for a superb presentation.

We enjoyed refreshments before the business part of the meeting led by Sue Dixon with Mary and Jean being on holiday.   Details of forthcoming events were given out including the Rockley Rally and next months summer party.

Our birthday girls received their cards and flowers ........

Birthday sisters!

                                 ......... and our raffle winner Ellen received her prize

See you at the Rockley Rally on June 18th!!