May - Advice for the Future

Apologies for the lack of updates recently!

We started May with card making at Craft Club, where Nicky taught us the intricate art of tea-bag folding for card making.  It's not the actual tea bags that get folded, it started with the pretty wrappers they used to come in.  We had a great time, and got some wonderful results

Our main meeting began with us taking a vote about whether to vote yes or no as a WI to the NFWI Resolution at the AGM. Toto, President of Fulham and Chelsea WI came along to collect our vote, as she is representing us at the AGM.  The resolution was on promoting more discussion of organ donation (more about it in notes from our June meeting) and we voted a resounding "Yes".

Our main speaker was Edwina Dunn, founder of the What I See Project. She talked to us about the project, and how it looks at what it is to be a woman today, globally, and what advice we'd give to young women today, and then it was our turn to be photographed with our words of wisdom! 

You can find out more about the What I See Project here: http://whatiseeproject.com/

More pictures of us with our whiteboards can be found here: http://whatiseewomensinstitute.tumblr.com/

Committee 2013-14

Our November meeting was our AGM, where the outgoing committee reported back on what has been a funfilled, varied and successful year for the LWEWI.  Our new committee and officers were elected and are:

Pam (President)
Victoria (Secretary)
Jane (Treasurer)
Jenny (Membership & Campaigns)
Helena
Kate
Claude

If you'd like to contact any committee members, you can do so via the LWEWI email address, londonwestendwi@gmail.com  We'd love to hear your views on your WI, and suggestions for future activities.

Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair - 30 Oct - 3 Nov

For some of us it may be too early to be thinking of Christmas, but personally I cannot wait! Especially since we have very kindly been given a discount code and a pair of tickets to give away to the next Country Living Magazine Fair!

With a wide range of quality stalls to browse, delicious food to sample, and expert advice on hand,  a day out at the Fair is the perfect way to start your Christmas shopping and get inspired for the festive season. You’ll be able to find unique gifts for friends and family, pick up seasonal tips in the Lifestyle Theatre and even do some late night shopping with a complimentary glass of wine at the Gala Evening, where you’ll be treated to a special performance by the West End’s Jersey Boys. And for any foodies, we recommend a visit to the Food Hall, a gastronomic heaven full of tempting and tasty Christmas goodies. Sample authentic regional delicacies, such as superb hams by Shropshire based Dukeshill Ham Company, locally-produced cheeses by The truckle Cheese Co and a mouth watering selection of Christmas cakes, puddings and chocolates by a range of exhibitors including Sciolti Chocolates and Sucre Coeur. So embrace the atmosphere, discover a vast array of fantastic exhibitors and leave with wonderful presents for all your friends and family. It’s the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit!

I will be announcing at our next meeting the lucky winner of the pair of tickets to the Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair.

Kieren
London West End Women's Institute Secretary

August Meet: Round-up

In August, we turned our hand to floristry with the help of Rosie Folkes, and after a demonstration of wiring techniques we all had a go at making rose and carnation buttonholes, with some very successful results! 

You can find more photos on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/LondonWestEndWomensInstitute

If you are interested in joining the London West End WI or finding out more about what we do, send us an e-mail on londonwestendwi@gmail.com .

Pam,
London West End WI President

July meet round-up

In July Andrew Humphrey, aka the Tupperware Man, gave us a fascinating talk about the history of Tupperware and the role of the Tupperware lady, as well as demonstrating some of the current range of products.

If you are interested in joining the London West End WI or finding out more about what we do, send us an e-mail on londonwestendwi@gmail.com .

Pam, London West End President

Country Living Magazine Spring Fair LWEWI Member Competition

The brilliant team at Country Living Magazine are offering one lucky London West End WI member the chance to win a fabulous pair of tickets to the Country Living Magazine Spring Fair.

The Country Living Magazine Spring Fair is the perfect place to pick up new and inspiring ideas for your home and garden. From 20-24 March, London’s Business Design Centre will be host to independent designers, small producers and craftspeople across the UK. It’s the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to a whole new look, from unique jewellery and fashion collections to furniture, fabrics and accessories to add country style to your home. Plus, discover delicious regional food in the dedicated Food Hall.

Visit http://www.countrylivingfair.com/spring/ for more information about the fair.

The Prize

• One pair of tickets to the Country Living Magazine Spring Fair
• Special offer ticket code

To be in for a chance of winning simply join the London West End Women's Institute by the end of February. The winning member will be picked at random and contacted at the beginning of March.

Membership for 2013 is £33.00, this can be paid by cheque (e-mail for billing details) or via paypal (you can find the handy link on the side). Membership is non refundable and will expire at the end of the year.

Please email us at londonwestendwi@gmail.com, if you would like any more information about the competition, joining or the LWEWI.

Good Luck,
Kieren, London West End WI Secretary

2013 Membership

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London West End Women's Institute membership is still open for 2013!

Meetings
We meet on the third Tuesday of every month from 6:30pm – 8:30pm at the Upper Vestry Room, St George's Bloomsbury, 6 Little Russell Street, London WC1A 2HR

What to expect: Our Meetings run for two hours. Don’t worry about coming on your own, most of our members do! We usually start our meetings with mingling, drinks and food then sit together for a speaker or activity.

We also meet on the first Tuesday of the month for Craft Club from 6:00pm at the Seven Dials Club in Covent Garden from 6:00pm. 42 Earlham Street, London, WC2H 9LA. Whether your passion is cross stitch or crochet, feel free to bring along any WIPs or forgotten projects. All levels of experience welcome!

There is something for everyone here at LWWI, regardless of what your interests are.

Annual LWEWI Membership for 2013 now open for new members! Current members can renew membership in January.

Membership for 2013 is £33.00, this can be paid by cash or cheque at our next meeting or via paypal (you can find the handy link on the side). Membership is non refundable and will expire at the end of the year. Guests are very welcome (£3 for non-WI members)

If you would like to come along to the next meeting then email us at londonwestendwi@gmail.com.

See you soon,

Kieren, London West End WI Secretary

January meet: quick round up

We started 2013 with a uplifting talk from Elaine Mace, a motivational speaker, author and life coach. She came to speak to us about how she changed her life for the better.

Pictures from January's meeting

Elaine has created a simple and effective structure called The MACE Pathway to underpin her work:Me – Focusing on yourself first. Attitude – Consider your attitude. Commit – Take action.Enjoyment – Have fun along the way. Which she talks about in her new book, The Time For Freedom.

To find out more about Elaine please do visit her website www.elainemace.com.

If you are interested in joining the London West End WI or finding out more about what we do send us an e-mail on londonwestendwi@gmail.com .


Kieren, London West End Secretary

15th January meet: Elaine Mace

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On Tuesday we will be having our first meeting of 2013! Elaine Mace will be coming in to talk to us about The Time For Freedom, more details can be found on the Jan Meet page.

We will be meeting at our usual home of St George's, Bloomsbury. Upper Vestry Room, St George's Bloomsbury, 6 Little Russell Street, London WC1A 2HR. Doors open at 6:00pm for a 6:30pm start.

Please bring along refreshments to share with the group, (they don’t have to be home made!)

Membership for 2013 is £33.00. Membership is non refundable and will expire at the end of the year. Guests are very welcome (£3 for non-WI members) If you would like to come along to the next meeting then email us at londonwestendwi@gmail.com.

Kieren, London West End Women's Institute Secretary

Constellations theatre trip

A group of London West End WI ladies braved the cold on Wednesday to watch the very interesting Constellations at the Duke of York's theatre.

Starring Sally Hawkins and Rafe Spall, Constellations explores, love, bee keeping and physics!

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Constellations will be at the Duke of York's until Saturday the 5th of January 2013, so buy your tickets soon.

Kieren

London West End Women's Institute Secretary