INNER WHEEL NEWS
August 2008
Jacqui Butcher writes . . . President Beryl opened the meeting by welcoming Ruth Charles as a
guest who has supported us in many ways, including making the bunting used at
our garden party.
The recent
Progressive Supper was once again a great success, and special mention was made
of the hostesses and helpers. This is supposed to be a ‘non-profit’ making
event, but it somehow managed to raise £136.50, which will be added to our
general fund.
Our thoughts
are with Moya Harvey who has recently been undergoing radiotherapy treatment –
but who still manages to remain cheerful.
At our
September meeting we hope to welcome two representatives from Fikelela Aids,
a charity based in South Africa, which supports children orphaned by aids, and
to hear something of their work. As this is our president’s charity choice for
the year, it is fitting that we shall be presenting them with a cheque for
£1000. At this meeting also, we hope to welcome wives and partners of Rotarians
who have not yet committed themselves to joining Inner Wheel to give them an
insight into our work.
Jennifer
Newport reported on a recent visit by five members to a tea given by Camberley
Inner Wheel.
Dates for the Annual Conference and District
Rally were given by Sue Price, who should be contacted by anyone wishing to
attend either of these events. Invitations had also been received from other
Inner Wheel Clubs.
A letter
from our Welsh link club was read by Alice Pack.
Once
again it is almost time for the Macmillan Coffee Morning which Anne Sherman has
again offered to host. Regretfully, due to limited space available, she has had
to spread this over two mornings – Thursday, 25th, and Friday, 26th September.
Coffee and sandwiches will be provided - and everyone is welcome.
Sept 8 Monthly walk at Dinton
Pastures, 10 a.m. Donation £2. You may choose either a long or a short walk.
Oct 8 Knit and natter at the home of
Jennifer Newport.
Our efforts are not diminished in any way
despite news of a much larger group (75 people) from Boehringer Ingelheim who
knitted 21 blankets in two months. These were given to a local residential home
in
Nov 5 Members and husbands or partners are
invited to participate in a meal at the Jade Fountain. Details
later.
OUTSIDE EVENTS
Sept 21 The Rotary Club of Ascot coach trip to
NEXT COMMITTEE
MEETING: Monday, 15th September, at the home of Pam Coopey.
NEXT MEETING:
Wednesday, 24th September, 7.30 p.m., at Mill Ride Golf Club.
Any apologies to Mary Bowles (843446) by 10 a.m. Monday, 22nd September
Meals will be charged for unless earlier notification has been
received.