Pebworth and District W.I. 

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Forget the stereotypical image of a WI member linked to Jam and Jerusalem!

Yes we are proud of our heritage, but we are a modern , active and lively organisation with over 30 members of all ages, who meet on the first Wednesday of each month 7.30 to 9.30pm at Pebworth Village Hall.

The WI is an opportunity to share knowledge with other women, come together socially, have fun and maybe learn new skills. We have a range of interesting speakers and activities which have included Belly Dancing, Tai Chi, Willow making and a Fashion Show.

There are lots of social activities and outings as well as interest groups, such as thriving book clubs, monthly knit and natter sessions, fun competitions, crafting, skittles and quiz teams.

We support other organisations in our village such as Pebworth First School, Pebworth in Bloom, National Open Gardens, Fibrex Nursery Open Days, St Peter's Church Fabric Repair and our Annual Litter Pick.

As part of the largest women’s organisation in the UK we are also a campaigning organisation on matters affecting us all, with a democratic process to support selected annual campaigns currently in areas such as Climate Change, Don’t Fear the Smear and Prevention of Human Trafficking. If this is what inspires you, the WI has a voice which is listened to by Government and other organisations.

You will be given a warm welcome at our WI, so why not pop in and attend a meeting, or give our secretary a call, or email to have a chat and find out more?   Our Annual subscription is £42 and we offer regular meetings on the first Wednesday of each month as well as receiving the benefits of being part of the National WI organisation with a range of on line courses and National/Worcestershire events as well as a quarterly magazine.

For everyone who joins the WI there is the freedom to take what you want from it: A new social circle, a break in the month just for you, or a chance to try new hobbies or activities.

Whether you wish to attend every meeting or dip in and out whilst juggling everything else in your life, you will be most welcome.

P.S. We do also like cake (and you can always find a sumptuous spread at our meetings), know some brilliant jam recipes and do love to sing Jerusalem!

SUE JORDAN (SECRETARY) on behalf of WI Pebworth and District Committee
PRESIDENT - Elizabeth Spencer
TREASURER - Cathrin Jones
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Our 2022/2023 Programme

• April 6th - The work of Medical Detection Dogs and we may meet Edward the dog!
• May 4th - Mike Jackson will answer the Question “that looks familiar where is it?” when he reveals Worcester locations used in Film and TV and shares a copy of his Worcestershire Media walk.
• June 1st - Dress up for our Jubilee celebrations and enjoy Fizz, a fun Royal Quiz and Raffle and celebratory cake and some fun ahead of The Platinum Jubilee weekend celebrating this milestone of our fellow Sandringham WI member HM Queen Elizabeth II
• July 6th - NAFAS area demonstrator Christine Ramsey will show us how to air dry and arrange dried flowers and seeds for stunning effect and a chance in Raffle to receive one of her arrangements.
• September 7th - A Talk Beyond the Garden Gates exploring the stories behind 12 Cotswold Gardens with Mandy Bradshaw
• October 5th - Ahead of our AGM a tasty treat in store when Ann Marie Lambert will demonstrate vegetarian/vegan recipes for canapes
• November 2nd - Get Crafty for Christmas – a member led evening and a chance to try a new skill
• December 7th - Our Annual Christmas Meal Venue TBC
• Tuesday 6th December – Sue Jordan will lead a Wreath Making afternoon – to be booked in advance to create a masterpiece for your front door!
• January 11th 2023 - A night of old fashioned fun and games and a chance to relax and catch up after Christmas
• February 1st - An evening of circle dancing to improve our well- being with Ann Burrell
• March 1st - Celebrating 10 years of the Formation of The Military Wives Choir and some behind the scenes background to the recent film from Sue Jordan describing her work as a Trustee of the organisation.

If you want to pay us a visit or find out more contact 
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Jenny McLeish. President . 01789 720064.   ksmcl@hotmail.co.uk
Julie Wilson. Secretary.  07881940820.      juliewilson9361@gmail.com
Heather Fowles. Treasurer. 07954260432.    Graham.fowles@btinternet.com
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