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Launton WI reporting...
Launton WIreporting...
A hardy bunch of members turned out on a very cold evening and were duly entertained by Pam Newell who took us on A Sunny Walk in the Cherwell Valley, accompanied by her enthusiastic and knowledgeable speaking, and slides. We were taken on a walk of about 5 miles, starting at Thrupp and following the canal and footpaths to Hampton Gay, Hampton Poyle, Kidlington and back to Thrupp for refreshments at Annie’s Tearoom. Along the way various points of interest were mentioned, being tasters to encourage us to investigate further.
The business meeting was then held, the main items including:
Oxfordshire WI AGM will be on 19 March, with tickets available at £10
The deferred visit to the Houses of Parliament will now be on 29 April, the cost being £32.00
The January social will be on the 20th for coffee and cake at The Bull with proceeds going to The Hummingbird Centre
Subscriptions for 2025 are due in April and will be £51.00
Every year the WI submit various resolutions, many of which over the years, have had a big influence on national affairs. This year we have been asked to vote for one of the following on the short list, which will then be taken to the national WI AGM along with decisions from all round the country, and one will be voted in as the national campaign for the year:
a. Let’s talk about incontinence
b. Bystanders can be lifesavers
c. Join the repair revolution
d. Eliminate landfill of medication packaging.
After some discussion we voted for a. to go to the National meeting.
The competition was for ‘Something Sunny’. The winner was Maretta, with Cathy and Eleanor coming second and third.
The next meeting is on 13 February at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall when our speaker will be Helena McBride talking about Cleaning your house, cleaning your mind, cleaning your life, and taking back control. New members and guests are always welcome.
Joan
