HAPPY Birthday to us. Founded in May 1947 our WI is now 70 years young. Members and friends celebrated at Charlton Old Schoolroom with a social evening though a little business was undertaken. Delicious sandwiches, sausage rolls and scone were served. Thank you to the committee for these. Some discussion on the jam or cream first on the scone did not impair the enjoyment. A not too brain taxing picture quiz had been organised by Yvonne, one picture puzzle most of us and even when given the answer there was a chorus of “Who?” Annie and Sue entertained us with verse, comedic of course. Chat continued then the raffle was drawn, the proceeds from this and from the donations box, a splendid item made by Carl Way, amounted to just over £100 towards the renovations for the schoolroom.

Back to Cropthorne for July, the annual trip in August and in September a Fashion Show from Love Little Clothing. There will be an opportunity to buy High Street names at half price. As usual this will be free for members however visitors will be charged £4.50. Contact Sue for details 01386 861509.

Upcoming events for July: 13th and 25th Guided Walks around Upton on Severn; 20th Forensic Science Talk; 27th Federation trip to Salisbury Museum.

For details of above and WI workshops visit www.worcswi.moonfruit.com or call 01905 641658

Next meeting: A Games Evening, not rounders or tennis but card and board games at 7.30pm Tuesday, July 11 in Cropthorne and Charlton Village Hall, Main Street Cropthorne.

DIANE BARLOW