October Meeting - AGM

A large turn-out for the AGM meant a rousing rendition of Jerusalem started the meeting.

Mary started the meeting by introducing the committee members and their new roles/titles and they were thanked for all their hard work over the year in organising a full calendar of meetings, outings and visits fulfilling the aims of the WI to educate and empower women giving members the chance to learn new skills, campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities as well as providing friendship.  Sheila Kavanagh was welcomed on to the committee and all members were asked to 'buddy up' with a member of the committee to help whenever necessary - an excellent idea to share the load.  We are truly blessed to have such a vibrant and flourishing WI!!

Jean gave a thorough report as Secretary and the healthy state of our finances was shown by the accounts summary made available to all.

Our long-serving treasurer Peggy Calland was then presented with flowers and a card in recognition of 30 years of managing the finances - she will support Jean Philip as she takes over the role of treasurer.

Retiring Treasurer receives our well-earned thanks in recognition of outstanding service

Mary then gave an outline of the year ahead, particularly the next few busy months, birthday girls Pam Holmes and Joan Egley received their cards before we eagerly tucked into our Pie n Peas produced once again by a healthy Pam Barraclough - she also made the muffins!

Pam back in the kitchen!

 Members enjoying Pam's cooking!!

Our President Mary 'multi-tasking' as a waitress

Ruth, Joan and Dorothy enjoying the muffins

Photos of the last year were then shown on the screen and members enjoyed 'reminiscing' over the things we'd got up to and past members were fondly remembered as well.

An excellent meeting - and much to look forward to in the year ahead thanks to our hard-working committee - CHEERS to Thorpe Hesley WI!!