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This was a craft evening with Stephanie and Shirley showing us how to make Brooches out of zips, as you can see there were some very impressive results!
Our latest wander through London with Kate took us through the redeveloped Kings Cross Area
Our first meeting back after the summer was on 13th September and we welcomed Caris Grant-Hickey who told us about her life as a bee keeper, a passion she has had all her life. She told us about the different species of Bee and encouraged us to support the bee population by not using pesticides and growing wild flowers.
We had a talk and demonstration from John Baker, a professional Dowser. Lots of members tested their divining skills with varying degrees of success. Some of our members followed up the evening with Dowsing sessions with John in Greenwich park.
On June 24th the Semi and the Final of the Darts Tournament took place at Istead Rise and both Catford Wi teams were in with a chance. They were up against each other in the semi final with the Furballs coming out on top. The final between the Furballs and Petts Wood Spitfires was a closely fought match with Petts Wood finally coming out on top
On June 16th, Kay led a walk around more of the London landmarks including the state of Emmeline Pankhurst and the Buxton memorial…and an encounter with a horse!
Sadly our planned speaker was struck down with Covid so with the committee arranged an improvised evening of quizzes and Bingo keeping everyone entertained.
The 11th June brought many members to Beckenham Place Park for a picnic. With everyone bringing lots to eat and drink. A grand time was had by all in the sunshine
On the 31st May the supper club met from the first time post-Covid. We visited the Old Taverna in Bexley Village and enjoyed a splendid menu of Greek specialities. Eυχαριστώ
On May 28th a group of us set out with Kate for an informative walk around the royal sites of central London From the Eleanor cross at Charing Cross through to St James’ Palace and Lancaster House. The walk was interrupted by the ‘dress rehearsal’ for the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations taking place the following weekend. The group had a perfect view of the ranks of Household cavalry on horseback and spotted Prince William taking part in the run through.
On the 16th May our valiant walkers tackled more of the London Loop. 11 miles from Hatton Cross to Uxbridge. Section 10 (3.5 miles) took us from Hatton Cross, alongside the River Crane, through Cranford Country Park, onto Hayes & Harlington and the Grand Union Canal. Section 11 (7.5 miles) started on the Grand Union Canal, then through Stockley Park, onto Colne Valley Park and the Grand Union Canal, finishing at Uxbridge station. Even meeting a slow worm en route.
Our AGM on May 11th was well attended and we were fortunate to have Alison Long, the proposer of this year’s NFWI campaign, to come and talk to us about Autism and ADHD in Women and it’s under diagnosis and effects. We also two competitions, one for a miniature teacup garden and the other for springtime decorated cupcakes.
The committee was re-elected for the coming year.
On the 30th April Kate Boyle led a guided walk around the churches and buildings of the City of London. From the Royal Exchange to the churches that rose from the ashes of the Great Fire of 1666 it was a fascinating morning.
We were joined by former member and expert florist, Sue Laughton. Ably assisted by Ralph, she showed us how to make beautiful Easter Table decorations with some stunning results.
On the 9th of April 3 intrepid members set out t in the crisp sunshine to walk section 9 of the London loop today.
They started at Kingston Bridge and enjoyed a lovely walk through Bushy Park, onto Hounslow Heath, finishing at Hatton Cross station. There were times when they couldn’t believe they weren’t in the heart of the Countryside.
On April 7th, Kay G led a group around Sloane Square this morning, visiting 4 very different churches in the area, all with stained Glass windows. Holy Trinity Church of England, St Mary’s Catholic Church, St Simon’s Zelotes Evangelical Church of England and St Columba’s Church of Scotland. The stained glass in each church was impressive
On a bright morning on the 26th March, Kate Boyle led a group around the buildings new and old to be found in the City of London. We learned about The Shard, Lloyds London and The Gherkin amongst others.
In March we had an interesting and highly educational meeting with Craige Major. Craige is a carpenter and general builder, highly recommended by Kay, who answered all of our questions on DIY what you should , and shouldn’t tackle.
At our February meeting we tried our Chair Yoga led by local Yoga Teacher, Jacqueline Hannam. Everyone joined in with great enthusiasm and the. not terribly strenuous, exercise looked very elegant. many thanks to Jacqueline.
On 18th January we held our first, in person, Quiz night for 2 years and a great evening it proved to be. With Phil W in the chair as Quizmaster, and as a Mastermind semi-finalist he certainly knows a thing or two, and food provided by Julie P and her team a grand time was had by all. 12 teams contended with questions on all topics from music to Catford WI outings and in the end the winners only came out 1 point ahead of the runners up. A traditional Catford WI raffle ended the evening. Thanks to all involved and looking forward to the next one.
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