The August Ramble to Stonebarrow was greatly enjoyed as the weather was perfect, the views beautiful and the pinic lunch made a change from the usual pub lunch.
Alethea Smith led a most enjoyable ramble from Sturminster Newton through fields, woods and along the banks of the River Stour. A visit was made to Fiddleford Manor, a small stone manor house, probably begun about 1370 for William Latimer, Sheriff of Somerset and Dorset. Lunch was taken at the Swan Inn , Sturminster Newton and although the food was enjoyed the service was outstandingly slow.
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ANNE STAMPER’S VISIT 7th August 2013
The Institute members were very pleased to welcome Anne Stamper, the National Federation of Women’s Institute’s Archivist. Anne’s visit was planned for her to examine the scrapbooks, minute books and textiles which date back to the founding of the Institute in 1923. Also present was Heather Bartlett, the Dorset Federation of
Women’s Institute’s Archivist.
Anne was pleased to hear that scrapbooks are kept up to date and she congratulated Penny Seaward, the Institute’s archivist. She met mother and daughter Sybil Sheldon and Kathy Verkooijen who
in 1998 compiled the 1923 - 1998 scrapbooks.
Members and guests enjoyed a wine and cheese supper prepared and presented by Jean Noble and Betty Marsh.
Women’s Institute’s Archivist.
Anne was pleased to hear that scrapbooks are kept up to date and she congratulated Penny Seaward, the Institute’s archivist. She met mother and daughter Sybil Sheldon and Kathy Verkooijen who
in 1998 compiled the 1923 - 1998 scrapbooks.
Members and guests enjoyed a wine and cheese supper prepared and presented by Jean Noble and Betty Marsh.
90th birthday open day - 11th may 2013
The Open Day gave an opportunity to show the many groups and activities of Institute. Open from 11 am to 4 pm, coffee and tea were available and delicious cream teas, with home made scones, were provided in the afternoon. The County Chairman, Ann Livingstone and County Treasurer, Ruth Moody visited. Representatives from surrounding Women's Institutes were welcomed.
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90th birthday party
9th may 2013
Over 60 members enjoyed a wine and cheese party to celebrate the 90th birthday of the Institute.
The cake, made and decorated by member Dot Vale (left) depicted many of the activities enjoyed by members.
The cake was cut by Sybil Sheldon and Valerie Burt, the two longest serving members.
During the evening the President, Jackie Chater, presented certificates to those who have been members for 40 years or more.
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spring fair 2013
Jean, Angela, June and Valerie stirring the soup.
The Spring Fair took place on Thursday 21st March. The weather was pretty atrocious and the turnout was less than hoped. However, the lunch of homemade soup and bread with apple pie and cream to follow, was much appreciated by all who had it. We had stalls selling cakes, books, Easter cards and handicrafts as well as a raffle, tombola and name the cuddly dog.
