by East Markham WI | Dec 10, 2024 | Retford, Social Group, WI
On Tuesday 8th October, East Markham WI hosted a free Harvest Lunch for residents as part of its vision to give back to the village, which has supported it for over 75 years. Over 70 villagers of all ages arrived at the Village Hall to find a warm welcome, tables...
by Trentside Singers | Nov 30, 2024 | Community Event, Gainsborough, Music, Social Group, WI
‘Ding Dong Merrily on High’, the WI are singing! The Trentside Singers and their tuneful voices will be in festive form to welcome ‘The First Noel’ with their Christmas Carol Concert on Sunday 1st December at 3.00pm, in Upton and Kexby Village Hall, DN21 5NF....
by Lea WI | Nov 27, 2024 | Gainsborough, Social Group, WI
For the Women’s Institute, bored housewives are as much a myth as fairies at the bottom of the garden. There is so much on offer there is no need for desperation. Just let yourself be welcomed with open arms and join in! Macmillan Coffee Morning Hosted at Lea Village...
by Retford Mayflower WI | Nov 13, 2024 | Retford, Social Group, WI
The darker evenings of autumn are here, but hopefully Retford Mayflower WI members will continue to enjoy the meetings, catch up with friends, find a new book, and sign up for county-organised events if they appeal. One member experienced an exciting adventure in...
by East Markham WI | Nov 12, 2024 | Retford, Social Group, WI
‘Tax, Care and Toy Boys’ was the intriguing title for the September meeting of East Markham WI. Oliver Hill from Coop Legal Services, the evening’s speaker, aimed to remove the mystery surrounding the topic. He began by asking members if they thought it necessary to...
by Clarborough and District WI | Nov 6, 2024 | Retford, Social Group, WI
In September Clarborough and District WI had a change of speaker and, instead of Ralf Scheinem, members of the Notts and Lincs Air Ambulance visited to tell them about their incredibly interesting and vital work. It was explained that the helicopters are hired and...
