Minutes of the meeting of Winteringham W.I. held on Thursday 15 December 2011 at Winteringham Village Hall

The President welcomed twenty four members and one guest (who we hope will shortly become our fortieth member) to the Christmas Social evening with a special welcome to Kate and Ian (Catrine) who played for us to sing Jerusalem.

Apologies were recorded from fourteen members unable to be present.

Minutes of the meeting held on Thursday 17 November 2011 were agreed as a true record and signed by Christine Hammond.

Matters Arising
*Alan Kitchen's presentation on Canada had been enjoyed and his superb photography skills much admired.
* Jackie Bateman has suffered a setback, having contracted pneumonia, but is now recovering from this. She remains in Castle Hill Hospital.
* Mince Pie Day at WI House had been attended and enjoyed by five members.
* The Christmas card sent to HFWI President has been chosen as her favourite. Thanks to Marjorie for an excellent job. The tin of biscuits is part of tonight's buffet supper.
*Subscriptions 2012- to be paid in January - £28.
* Annual dinner - members were asked to pay £12.50 at the meeting, or as soon as possible tonight to save time at the dinner. To arrive at 7.15 pm. Anyone not signed up is welcome to do so tonight.
* Roxby WI Christmas Entertainment had been enjoyed by the fourteen members who attended. A very well organised and friendly occasion.
* Donna Goodhand issued random numbered tickets to all who brought gifts for the gift exchange, which was well supported.
 
Correspondence
Postcard from Valerie in Edinburgh
Email Big Walk, Little Splash
MCS up date
Yorkshire Lavender
Pay your way- understanding different payment methods
Christmas card from Federation

Federation Newsletter
 Normanby Park Walk with Soup Lunch Wednesday 29 February 2012
*Fair Trade Lunch WI House Thursday 1 March 2012
*Humber Bridge Walk for International Women's Day Thursday 8 March 2012
*Easter Workshop WI House Saturday 10 March 2012
Beauty and the Beast Lyceum Sheffield Thursday 22 March 2012
*Annual Federation Day The House Saturday 31 March 2012
Hearing Dogs Centre Beilby, York Thursday 12 April 2012
*Getting to know your Sewing Machine WI House Saturday 14 April 2012
Water Colours with Lesley Treacher WI House Saturday 21 April 2012
Cleethorpes Walk with Ernie Brown Wednesday 18 April 2012
Forms not yet issued for items marked *

Finances: The treasurer had received the annual accounts pack. C/A £950.00
Bursary Account £143.87 Cash £15.00
 
News Slot
*There will be a family Service at the Chapel on Sunday at 10.15 am.
*There will be a Carol Service at Church on Sunday at 3pm. Members of the Burgage Band and the Chapel Music Group will be performing.

The President welcomed Kate Baker, flute, and Ian Maxwell, guitar, on their third visit to us. Kate, wearing a beautiful peacock inspired tunic, introduced their programme, which once again set us travelling around the world and included music from Italy, Scotland,  USA, Ireland, Argentina and Brazil as well as both modern and traditional English pieces. Ian and Kate gave some background to each rendition and played with spirit and feeling. The 'Ashokan Farewell' and  the flamenco, 'Solea e Malaguena, were especially enjoyed. To complete their performance, Catrine accompanied members' singing several traditional carols, concluding with In Dulci Jubilo, said to have been first sung by angels who came down to dance with a fourteenth century monk. Kate said that they always enjoy playing for us and hoped we would invite them again, despite the long journey involved.

Sandra Wilkinson offered sincere thanks, on behalf of all the members, for their sparkling performance and presented them each with a small Christmas gift in token of our appreciation.

Everyone was invited to enjoy a Christmas buffet provided by the committee.

Competition A hand made Christmas item
1st Annie Armstrong- a knitted nativity scene    2nd Jenny Cressey-Christmas cracker                 3rd      Christine Hammond- tree decoration    

Next Meeting     Thursday 19 January 2012    Three Plant Heroes - Ann Barnes
Hostesses and Mystery parcels- Nancy Corney, Marianne and Josie Ogg
Competition- a plant pot holder