For more information and to book your place contact your WI Secretary or email events@wfedwi.org.uk. All images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect the content or end result of individual workshops.
The WI Learning Hub provides cookery courses, craft demonstrations, history and cultural talks and activities for WI members and non-members.
If you are a Facebook user then search for WI Wanderers. This group is open to any WI member who is looking for something different to do or would like to get to know people outside their area. The group posts a daily list of events, meetings and activities.
Walking netball is a great way to improve your general health and fitness while having fun. The WIgglers meet every Thursday morning at Droitwich Leisure Centre.
· Thursdays, 10.00am
· Droitwich Leisure Centre
· Costs: £15-£20 per month
· Email: kworboys@wfedwi.org.uk for more information
A last chance to hear 'The Pearl Lady', Frances Carlew who used to live in our area. She has now moved away but we have this lucky opportunity to hear her speak at this morning event.
The class starts with a brief introduction and demonstration of knotting, followed by participants knotting a bracelet. Then there will be a brief introduction and demonstration of earring-making and you will then make your own pair of Indian wiring drop earrings (pierced or clip-on). Participants who wish to do the knotting only throughout may do so, using the earring-making time for more knotting. Image is for illustrative purposes only.
Attendees on this workshop can attend the morning talk
‘A Passion for Pearls’ for free at 10.30am
Mr. Darren Chester, an NHS accredited Plastic Surgeon at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, will give us a talk on the body’s largest organ, the importance of skin, how to look after it and available types of treatments.
Come and make something from the haberdashery stash to sell to raise funds for the WI. Knit, crochet, sew, and make cards or use kits. Items people have made include shopping bags, zipper pouches, fabric baskets, needle cases, fiddle quilts, knitted / crocheted blankets, cards, knitted soft toys.
The semi-finals between 5 teams will play to identify the 3 teams who will paly in the finals.
Come with friends, arrange to meet friends or make new friends on a gentle walk round Worcester Woods as we walk through meadows, woods and fields. Stay for a coffee and a toilet stop at the end.
The Federation has chosen Toilet Twinning as their chosen charity for 2024-25. Imagine if there was no water and no toilet, as over 1 billion women around the world would face.
The 3 finalist teams will play to identify and winner and runner up.
We are encouraging all WI institutes to showcase their wonderful creative skills with the overall competition theme of Bright and Beautiful.
Classes: Co-operative entry, Floral art, Photography, Sugar craft and Preserves.
While the competition entries are being judged, Kirstie Macleod, a British artist, will deliver a talk and slide show of The Red Dress project which provides an artistic platform for women around the world, many of whom are vulnerable and live in poverty, to tell their personal stories through embroidery. The dress will not be present as it will be on tour in the USA.
Visit the oldest working Matcham Victorian theatre, now a prized historical, architectural and theatrical treasure in the heart of Cheltenham. Learn about the history of the Theatre, its founding and theatrical pedigree and its ghost stories with a fully-guided backstage tour. The tour peeks into the star dressing rooms, explores the fly floor high above the stage. The Tour will take us into the heart of the theatre under the stage and finally onto the stage to look out at the beautifully restored auditorium. There will also be time take a look around this lovely city and enjoy some shopping
Speakers:
Melanie Brown MBE - Spice Girl, TV talent show judge, Broadway star, and abuse survivor. As a Patron of Women's Aid, Mel will speak from personal lived experience as part of our theme on Anti-violence against women.
Timothy Watson - well-known actor who has made many appearances in theatre, film and TV and Film appearances. Timothy is best known as the voice of infamous Rob Titchener in BBC Radio 4’s The Archers who abused and controlled Helen Archer.
Nazir Afzal OBE - previous Chief Crown Prosecutor for NW England, and Chief Executive of the Police & Crime Commissioners.
Alongside many other positions and roles, Nazir has published his “The Prosecutor” and a book about structural racism and how to fight it, “The Race to the Top”, and has his own podcast.
Get crafting with another opportunity to attend a jewellery workshop give by Jo Lovell. You will be able to make up to 5 silver plated wirework rings with crystal beads. All materials will be provided.
Join us for a floral summer evening celebration with flowers, friends and fizz. There will be nibbles and sparkling summer drinks on arrival, followed by a 2-hour demonstration by the entertaining and amusing Andrew Lloyd. The Flower arrangements will be raffled off at the end at the evening.
This is an opportunity to develop a Facebook page for your WI. Bring your laptop or tablet, some photographs (with correct permissions) and a few words about your WI. If you are a WI officer, we can set up your Facebook account using your wfedwi.org.uk email (bring your password).
Singalong workshop with Cathy Hart. Do you fancy singing along to Abba's fabulous tunes. Well now's your chance.
Bring your own lunch. Tea and coffee provided. Fancy dress optional!
Guest speakers will be:
Darren Rudge, a well-known garden and landscape designer, has been a BBC radio presenter/broadcaster for over 15 years. His tips and advice can be heard on BBC Radio West Midlands, BBC Coventry and Warwickshire and BBC Oxford.
Jacqui Clements, Patient Support Manager at Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven.
More details nearer the time
Is a fear of speaking in public holding you back? Would you like to know how to make your voice carry to the back of the room? Would you like to feel more confident when you need to stand up and speak? This taster session before a longer follow-up workshop in the autumn may be just what you need to get you started.
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