http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk en-gb saltburnwi.org.uk 2012-5-17T00:00:00Z saltburnwi.org.uk http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#118461 Saltburn hosted this years Group Rally at the Methodist Church Hall. Well over 100 ladies filled the hall last night what a terrific turnoutThe six Secretaries of the De Brus Group each gave reported the highlights of what their WI had been up to over the past year weve all been extrememly busy.Then it was time for the entertainment. Panikatak a comedy folk group from the Lake District kept us laughing with their songs and jokes for well over an hour. They were brilliant a real tonic if youre feeling a bit down. It passed so quickly. There were lots of smiling faces at the end of the night.Our ladies did us proud again with the superb buffet supper. I think we can say the evening was a huge SUCCESS. Thank you all. Lynn Mitchell 2012-5-17 14:04:20 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#118276 We had a glorious day of sunshine for our walk today. Setting off from Stanghow across the fields through the woods over the bridge and through more fields before crossing a stile or two into Moorsholm. We followed an old trod out of the village crossed over a bridge then uphill quite a way back to Stanghow. The views were spectacular you could see for miles. The wind was a bit strong in places but it didnt stop the birds from singing their little hearts out. Todays total mileage for our five walkers is 12 and a half miles a bit more towards the Big Walk Little Swim Challenge. Lynn Mitchell 2012-5-14 22:23:00 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#118188 We did 8 miles in 2hrs.10 mins. and were so proud of ourselves. We had a lovely dry night as well and hot chocolate and a muffin when we finished. And most important our medal. Nancy Eastwood and Maureen Potter Congratulations to you both any sore feet or blisters It all counts towards our Big Walk Little Swim Challenge as well. Lynn Mitchell 2012-5-13 17:30:22 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#118187 It was Resolutions for Mays Monthly Meeting. This year there is only one Resolution to vote for more midwives. England is currently short of around 5000 midwives we desperately need more. Barbara Whalley works on the neonatal unit and gave us an excellent talk on some of the reasons why we need these midwives the main ones being that older mums overweight mums and multiple births all require extra care and that the staff and the facilities are stretched. We voted overwhelmingly in support of this Resolution next step is the vote at the AGM in June.The evening was rounded of with a pie and pea supper tasty mmm... Lynn Mitchell 2012-5-13 17:24:59 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#117577 The Queens Arms or better known locally as the Blood Tub was the choice for Supper Club. The weather was dreadful as was the rest of April but it didnt deter 18 hungry ladies. We sat down to a wonderful meal served by friendly staff. If you havent been yet go and find out what you are missing. Its a little gem. Lynn Mitchell 2012-5-2 21:39:25 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#117575 I decided back in the latter part of 2011 to go to Cober Hill for a weekend activity break with WI having seen it announced in the Teesside Federation Newsletter. I paid my deposit and promptly filed it away in my mind for future reference. Having received an email for the remainder of the balance I began to wonder if this was the right thing for me to do. I was going on my own in the sense that I was the only person from Saltburn WI attending and probably would not know anyone else. I choose TaiChi as my preferred course option to undertake on the Saturday. I received notification and confirmation of my place and was informed that interest in the TaiChi course was low and individuals would be transferred to other activities. I was going to learn how to paint in watercolour I was collected by coach along with three other ladies at my pickup and we set off for our weekend. Our first stop was Whitby. The sun started to shine for the first time in almost a week. This was ind... 2012-5-2 21:35:12 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#117574 This years quiz had a new venue at St. Marys Centre in Middlesbrough. There were 24 teams in total of which we entered 2 teams. The quiz consisted of 3 picture quiz papers and 6 rounds of various subjects ranging from the UK Food and Drink to Sport and General Knowledge. At half time supper was pies and peas or ham salad followed by yoghurt. After an enjoyable night we came home with heads held high. No we didnt come first or second but dont forget it is the partaking not the winning. Heres to next year. Wendy Brooks 2012-5-2 21:29:33 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#116901 Had a really good day on our Tombola Stall in our local Sainsburys yesterday. Due to the great response from members gifts which were lovely we raised a wondeful amount of money toward the Flower Festival. all in the time of 2 12 hrs. Some people were winning 2 or even 3 gifts at a time and were thrilled. Other folk just donated money when they knew what it was for. Thanks to June as well for her help. Nancy Eastwood 2012-4-22 17:19:38 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#116732 A plea from me if you have an email address can you please let me have it for our records. Just use the contact page on our web site. It will help me when we need to send information out to members quickly. Thank you. Lynn Mitchell 2012-4-19 16:49:28 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#116731 Well I think it was third time lucky today the walk actually went ahead. The forecast was dreadful but we still set off around Errington Woods and Upleatham. We couldnt see a view for the mist we didnt see a soul until we had nearly finished the walk it was a day that most people had decided to stay indoors except four hardy WI walkers Thats another few miles added to our Big Walk Little Splash Challenge. Lynn Mitchell 2012-4-19 16:42:43 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#116730 Weve been informed by Denman College that anyone who handles food needs a Hygiene Certificate. Thats anyone who wants to help in the next round of Cookery Classes. If youre interested please get in touch with a committee member asap. Lynn Mitchell 2012-4-19 16:40:27 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#116728 Pew Ends was the cry yesterday youre all making pew ends. If you think were going crazy in the Flower Class you are wrong We are practising our arrangements for the Flower Festival in June and well need 14 pew ends for the Church. You dont need a lot of flowers or foliage but they all looked effective when we held them up to show each other. Now ladies all thats needed is to remember how we made them up when we start decorating Emmanuel Church in June. Lynn Mitchell 2012-4-19 16:33:57 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#116416 It was a busy night for business at this months meeting. We have a very full calendar in the next few months and well need your help for some events and some youll be able to just enjoy yourself. Did you know that there were 11 boards on the outingsevents table Lets hope that there was something there for everyone Our speaker Harry Simpson was very entertaining. His talk Policeman to Personal Trainer kept us interested for an hour telling how he decided to join the Police after calling 999 to a false alarm with good intent through his 30 year career retiring as Inspector. Sounds like he had a wonderful time in the police force. But he is really happy in his new fitness career and he ended the evening instructing all the ladies in gentle chair based exercises to music. Did he get any new recruits to his Tuesday class Lynn Mitchell 2012-4-13 21:53:53 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#115771 The craft group today were busy working on their entries for the Craft and Produce Show in August carrying on from last month. We should have a good display this year with everyones hardwork. Come and join us next month were a friendly helpful group Lynn Mitchell 2012-4-2 20:27:12 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#115770 The Ladies of Saltburn WI met on Thursday March 8th in the Methodist Church Milton Street. The speaker for the evening was Mr Mark Fielding who is a practioner in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Mr Fielding who has clinics in Saltburn and Middlesbrough gave us some background information about the philosophy of Chinese Medicine in treating the body mind and spirit. We heard how the science had moved from the East to the West and how it was handed down through generations. Acupuncture can be used to treat a vast array of conditions and is recognised as a treatment by the NHS. Western culture seems to promote life lived at an impossibly fast pace on a daily level whereas Chinese philosophy promotes an environment of harmony creating calm and relieving stress something most of us strive to attain. Members have a full calendar of activities for the coming weeks with outings planned to York and Harrogate in addition to craft classes flower arranging walking and supper c... 2012-4-2 20:22:00 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#115717 Thank you to the 12 ladies who turned out this morning a lovely sunny day to kick start our Big Walk Little Splash. After posing for our photo we walked one mile around Saltburn Ann setting the pace. It only took us half an hour good going As most of the ladies had walked to meet up at the Cenotaph our total for the day is 23 12 miles. There will be another chance to walk together soon. Watch this space Lynn Mitchell 2012-4-1 21:24:35 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#115714 The Annual Council Meeting in Middlesbrough yesterday was quite well attended. The reports from the Secretary Treasurer and the Chair all told how well things are in Teesside although we had a small deficit and a few events had to be cancelled. One area of concern is Denman College with only 3 of members using it. Federation are planning a trip to Denman in 2013. Ruth Hobbins from Teesside Archives gave us an interesting presentation on what we can expect from a visit to the Archives what they hold and what our WIs can store with them.The WI National Chair Ruth Bond was our afternoon Guest Speaker. She spoke of her early beginnings in WI to present day the campaigns to the people and politicians she has met and worked with. She is a really interesting lady and kept us entertained for an hour with her talk. Lynn Mitchell 2012-4-1 20:58:45 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#115575 It was a big thumbs up for the Ship Inn tonight. The food was lovely clean plates all round. The puddings well what can I say It was a really good evening in pleasant surroundings with excellent food. If you didnt make it tonight try it yoursleves and see what you missed. Lynn Mitchell 2012-3-29 21:41:16 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#115426 Didnt we have a wonderful day out today The weather was beautiful and we were able to wander around York in glorious sunshine see the sights hit the shops whatever. Then we had the privilege of doing a test run around the Sweet Museum before it opens to the public on Saturday 31st March. It was a fascinating place testing the chocolate listening to tales from the owners of the sweet factories eating another sweet seeing how virtual chocolate is made seeing a chocolatier at work and then eating another chocolate. After that it was off to the cafe for tea and chocolate cake What more could a woman ask forA great day out and a big thank you to Pauline. Lynn Mitchell 2012-3-27 19:30:30 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#115425 Apologies for not updating the site these past few weeks. Ive got a new granddaughter Hannah way down south hence the lack of news. If you have anything interesting to add please let me know and Ill let everyone else know too Lynn Mitchell 2012-3-27 19:26:23 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#114601 Sorry ladies the walk is off for March. Well try again next month. Dont forget our walk on Sunday 1st April as part of the Big Walk Little Splash Challenge. Meet 10.30am at the Cenotaph. Lynn Mitchell 2012-3-14 19:37:17 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#114168 It was Junes first turn in the driving seat today for Crafts and we also had a good turnout too. Wed decided to concenrate on pincushions in readiness for the Craft Show and June brought a few samples to inspire us. Most of us started our pincushions some started bookmarks and a few just enjoyed a few hours away from home with good company and lunch was good too.Carry on next month whatever we started this month. Well have plenty to put in the Show this year Lynn Mitchell 2012-3-8 15:55:45 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#113336 The first supper club of the year and what a good turn out. 25 ladies hit Spices with a bang tonight in time for happy hour 3 courses for 1638.95. Hope you all enjoyed your meal I certainly went home full up. Im still in charge of Supper Club again this year. Thank you for eating with us last year and hope youll continue joining us this year. Lynn Mitchell 2012-2-26 14:59:34 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#113102 Flowers but not this month instead we each took a small pot plant of daffodils or cyclamen or similar a low bowl and some foliage. The results were brilliant. It shows that you dont have to spend a lot of time or money creating a lovely creation.Next month well be making a boat shape arrangement. Youll need pussy willow dogwood twisted hazel a few tulips and some greenery and a boat shaped or oval bowl.If I can manage the camera on my new phone Ill add a photo or two Lynn Mitchell 2012-2-23 15:19:26 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#112921 It was a chance to greet meet and chat over a cup of coffee this morning. Its something new to us as our monthly meetings are very busy theres not much opportunity to mix or talk. Hence todays coffee morning. It gave all of us time to meet with members new and not so new Let us know if you think it might be worthwhile doing again.It was also a chance to see the new rooms in the Church Hall very smart and impressive. Lynn Mitchell 2012-2-20 20:28:16 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#112920 I saw this on Thursday at the plot we planted. Hope the butterflies and bees can read the fence has also been erected so it will stop people and dogs walking on it. The shrubs seem to be doing alright. Pam Reece 2012-2-20 20:19:59 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#112548 We finally managed to get out for our walk yesterday. The weather was a lot kinder to us well at least there was no snow or ice and it was dry Five ladies stepped it out along to Marske where we were met by Eileen who led us along the footpaths on the cliffs to the Coast Road. The Stray Cafe beckoned us as usual and we soon made short work of the bacon buns a panini and Anns salad. Although there was only three of us on the walk back the wind was behind us and we made good time. A nice walk to blow away the cobwebs for the first time this year. Lynn Mitchell 2012-2-15 11:40:19 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#112169 With snow on the ground and a heavy frost forecast there was quite a good turnout for our Annual Meeting. Ann thanked everyone for all their hard work over this past year and presented Cath with a Royal Doulton lady figurine as she retires from her position as Treasurer which shes held for 16 years. Theres only one change to the committee we welcome Nancy but say farewell and thank you to Eleanor. Were all pleased to see that Ann was voted back into her role as President she does it so well. It was then time for a wonderful pooled supper ... you do yourselves proud ladies. Lynn Mitchell 2012-2-9 22:19:00 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#112014 We had lots of fun yesterday making bows bows for floral bouquets and bows for presents or cards. Some of us were a lot better than others but we carried on determined to get it right. We left laden with bows. Must keep practising or else well forget how to make them. A new class in the Craft and Produce Show for 2012 is pincushions bookmarks or needlecases so next month bring something along and make a start on one for the show. Lynn Mitchell 2012-2-7 16:49:34 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#111402 Our Annual group lunch was this year held at Kings Grill Saltburn. We again had an excellent meal in a very friendly atmosphere. It certainly cheered up a chilly January day. Stella 2012-1-29 22:02:25 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#111400 On Sunday the 15th of January 2012 a Service of Dedication for the Emmanuel Church Hall Outreach ECHO Project was held. The Preacher was His Grace Dr John Sentamu Archbishop of York. It was a lovely service which included Songs of Praise amp Thanksgiving. A collection was taken for the Archbishops special project which is to build a School for the deaf in Eygpt. The Archbishop being a very likeable and amusing gentleman asked if it could be a QUIET collection. It was we raised 163900. After the unveiling of the dedication stone we all went into the hall for a wonderful array of appetising food which was very much enjoyed by all. Pam Reece 2012-1-29 21:49:13 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#110395 Welcome to all our members and visitors at this months meeting. It was nearly a full house Following our business we were entertained by Betty Brown and wasnt she entertaining The evening was entitled Raising a Smile and she certainly did that. Doesnt she do well for 39 and a bit Her poems and tales kept us laughing all night. Its just a shame we cant remember everything she said Lynn Mitchell 2012-1-14 17:56:07 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#110056 It was a bring your unfinished items for Crafts today. A quiet morning to chat over a cup of coffee and do your own thing. Lunch as ever was very varied and extremely tasty. Next month well be making bows. Come and make a few for yourself everyone is very welcome. Lynn Mitchell 2012-1-9 18:00:42 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#110054 We held the first committee meeting of 2012 this morning planning the programme for 2012. Theres some great things being organised and outings being arranged. If you havent had enough retail therapy come shopping with us to Bounday Mill on 20th January. There will be a sweet museum trip Harrogate Flower Show and Last Night of the Proms to look forward to early on in the year as well as our Flower Festival. Its also our turn to host the Group Rally. Dont worry our crafts flowers walks and supper club are still firmly part of the calendar. Youll need to check your diaries and keep the dates free Lynn Mitchell 2012-1-9 17:49:51 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#109723 A very happy new year to all our ladies and we hope you all had a wonderful time over Christmas. Well soon be back into the swing of activities again starting with our Craft Day on Monday 9th January at the Fire Station from 11.00am. Hope you can come along and join us nothing has been planned so bring any unfinished crafts and enjoy a friendly chat at the same time. If youve read your WI Life magazine youll have seen the Resolutions for 2012. Don t forget to vote for one of them before 20th January. We will be voting for a new President and Committee at our Annual Meeting in February. Well be asking members if they wish to stand think about joining its not all hard work Lynn Mitchell 2012-1-4 20:18:37 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#108457 It was a full coach that left Saltburn at 11.30am and headed straight to Durham for the start of our day out. Free time to hit the shops and have lunch so much choice so little time The weather was a lot kinder no wind so walking round the shops was easier than it was on Thursday. Most of us did manage to spend a little while we were shopping before heading back to the coach for the short trip to Crook Hall. We were met at the gate and taken into the Hall where we were served with mulled wine and mince pies by an elf. This little elf was kept busy during our visit with lots of different duties to carry out while we were there. Maggie Bell the owner told us a little bit of the Halls history and about the few ghosts that live there too. We were invited to look around all the different rooms decorated for Christmas which were magical and our elf took us to visit Father Christmas and if wed been good we would get a present. We sung a few carols in front of a roaring fire M... 2011-12-10 08:30:17 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#108455 Did you all enjoy our Christmas Party The weather was throwing everything it could at us outside but the evening was excellent inside the hall. We welcomed the ladies from Moorsholm WI and Monday at 8 who joined us for the party and then sat back to enjoy the evening. The Links Chior entertained us with lots of beautiful Christmas songs and carols and there was a few for us to sing along with. Father Christmas popped in too. Otherwise known as George Robinson he told us about his Santas beginnings and a few of his favourite stories meeting children. He has met 19000 children since he started in 1998 and any money he collects is donated to charity. The buffet table groaned under the weight of our supper. Thank you all for putting on a wonderful spread. We ended the night with our vversion of The 12 Days of Christmas which is fast becoming a tradition. Well party again same time next year. Lynn Mitchell 2011-12-10 08:10:45 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#108341 Hutton Lowcross hosted this years Group Carol Service at St Nicholas Church in Guisborough. Considering the cold windy weather there was a very good turnout. The service of six carols and six readings really gets us into the spirit of Christmas the singing was loud and the readings were modern instead of the normal traditional. Thanks to Eileen who was our reader and was first on Mince pies with tea or coffee and time for a quick chat rounded off the evening. A big thank you to Hutton Lowcross for a lovely evening. Lynn Mitchell 2011-12-7 22:55:06 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#108340 As Christmas is fast approaching lets make something for Christmas. OK well make a coaster. Using some Christmas fabric we all cut out two shapes and ended up with a beautiful coaster with a star design. From the pattern it was very difficult to work out how we could end up with the star but magically we all managed to produce our own masterpiece. Thats our last craft class this year. See you all on Monday 9th January 2012. Lynn Mitchell 2011-12-7 22:45:54 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#108105 Its a very busy week for Saltburn WI so heres a reminder of whats going on. Monday Crafts at 110.00am in the Fire Station. Bring 2 pieces of fabric 8 square to make a coaster. Youll also need a cup and something for our pooled lunch. Wednesday is the Group Carol Service at St Nicholas Church Guisborough at 7.00pm followed by mince pies. Thursday is our Christmas Party at 7.00pm in the Emmanuel Church Hall. Come along and join in the fun with Father Christmas and The Links Choir and food for the pooled buffet supper please. Friday were off to Durham to do some shopping before our visit to Crook Hall where well have more carols mince pies and mulled wine sounds good doesnt it What a week its going to take some stamina to survive but we can do it Lynn Mitchell 2011-12-4 13:37:32 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#107732 Saltburn was switching on its Christmas lights last Saturday. Did anyone go along to see them and sing a few carols around the tree The WI tree is standing proud in the Bandstand. Pop along and see it when youre out and about. Thank you to all our ladies who manned the stall in a very windy station portico. Thank you also to those who baked all the lovely cakes that filled the stall and to Ann for all the Christmas puddings jams and chutneys. We were virtually sold out by lunchtime and called it a day before the weather worsened. Lynn Mitchell 2011-11-28 20:35:41 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#107480 Today was a chance to buy our gifts at the Christmas Fayre at Wynyard Hall. 80 stalls were selling everything from scarves to bags smellies to chocolates licquers to flowers even furniture and mirrors. There was plenty of time to browse and buy and rest your weary feet with a cuppa in the Chapel. I think most of the ladies got back on the bus with some shopping Then we were off to No 4 in Sedgefield for our tea. The food was lovely clean plates all round. There was even time for a bit more shopping in the cafe and Ticketyboo their gift shop along the street. Another excellent day for the 29 Christmas shoppers. Thanks Pauline. Lynn Mitchell 2011-11-24 20:23:15 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#107479 Our small group made a Christmas wreath this afternoon ready for the festive season. Once you know the basics you can make as many as you want. Our houses will look fabulous for Christmas. Thats it for flowering arranging this year but do come along and join us in January. Lynn Mitchell 2011-11-24 20:11:55 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#106853 Unfortunately there were only four of us walking today between Redcar and Saltburn. We stepped it out along the seafront enjoyed our bacon buns and made our way back to Saltburn with the wind blowing in our faces. Its a nice easy walk gives us lots of fresh air and plenty of time to chat. Not a bad way to spend a Monday morning Lynn Mitchell 2011-11-14 21:26:52 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#106641 As you all enjoyed the Christmas meal this year were returning to The Kings Grill on Milton Street again. The menu is 16315 per person plus tip payable at the January meeting. StartersHomemade plum tomato and basil soupDuck liver pate with warm toast and plum chutneyGarlic mushrooms on toast with watercress salad Main courseRoast leg of pork with stuffing and cracklingChicken breast with tarragon and muchroom sauceGrilled hake fillet with creamed potato and mornay sauce DessertsSticky toffee pudding with ice creamBread and butter pudding with vanilla custardEton mess A difficult choice 2011-11-11 16:05:16 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#106638 It was lovely to see five visitors at last nights meeting. We hope you enjoyed the evening and will visit us again. All our shoeboxes 30 of them have been posted. Lets hope they arrive safely and in time for Christmas and cheer our brave troops. Dont forget its our party next month and its in the Emmanuel Church Hall at 7pm. There will be a pooled supper to share with all our guests. Mr Tate gave an excellent talk on Glenhow Saltburns school on Albion Terrace which only closed in 1992. He started by telling us about the beginnings of education before moving on to Glenhow and rounded off with anecdotes from his time at the school. Lynn Mitchell 2011-11-11 15:33:15 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#105663 What an excellent turnout for Supper Club this month It was lovely to see 23 WI ladies on a cold wet miserable October evening and we kept the staff busy at Signals in Saltburn. I know you all enjoyed the food there was plenty of choice and good sized portions. Signals has recently opened its doors on a few evenings as a bistro and we wish them luck with their new venture. We certainly had a lovely evening. Lynn Mitchell 2011-10-29 12:49:23 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#104628 Welcome back. Heres a quick summary of last nights meeting. Firstly thank you to all those who brought shoeboxes for the troops. Weve received over 30. Its not too late if you havent got yours ready take it round to Anns as soon as you can. A hand knitted blanket has been donated and passed onto the Neonatal unit at James Cook where it will join the Christmas raffle as part of their fundraising. Mrs Barron was our guest speaker from Zoes Place. She gave us a very good insight into the workings at the childrens hospice in Normanby stressing that it was a happy place to work. The hospice only takes six children at any one time and they all have one to one care so there is lots of time to play and stimulate them. She talked about the voluntary help and the huge amount of fundraising required to keep this desparately needed facility open. The competition was something starting with the letter O. There werent many entries. Lets try harder next month ladies its the letter N. Ly... 2011-10-14 12:03:03 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#104196 I missed Supper Club last week I was busy enjoying my holidays. The venue was Markses Zetland Hotel commonly known as the Top House. From what Ive been told it was a good night. You all enjoyed the food and the price wasnt bad either was it Another success Does anyone have any suggestions for supper clubs in the future Id love to hear from you. Lynn Mitchell 2011-10-8 20:34:21 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#103329 We would like to run another Lets Cook course at the end of January 2012 hopefully at the De Brus Centre in Skelton. This session will be run for families on low incomes. Do you know anyone who might like to come along There is no charge and well also provide a creche.If youd like to help out with the cooking wed love to have you. Lynn Mitchell 2011-9-26 21:33:49 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#103110 The first WI meeting took place on 16th September 96 years ago. WI have linked this date with our Library campaign and asked every member to check out a book today. Did you take out a book or two Skelton Library offered us space for a recruitment display to coincide with the anniversary. Six volunteers covered the day drumming up support for Saltburn WI. We did get quite a lot of interest lets hope some of these ladies give us a try. Weve left our display for all to see for another few weeks but well be back next week to try again. A new Mother and Toddler group starts on Friday afternoons we may even recruit some young mums Thank you to all the volunteers. Lynn Mitchell 2011-9-23 07:21:37 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#103109 On August 24th Saltbburn W.I. went on a outing to Boundary Mill for a bit of retail therapy and of course a day out. We arrived at 11.30am in time for coffee before the big hunt for bargains it was sale time. We met up again at the Coffee Shop for Afternoon Tea Sandwiches sweet pastries cream scones and a glass of Pimms which we all enjoyed. At 4.30pm we boarded the coach to travel to Crook Hall amp Gardens and an early evening Champagne Reception. We were welcomed at the Hall by Maggie and Keith Bell who have lived there since 1995. Maggie gave us a personal insight into living in a haunted Medieval Manor House. Then after a tour of the rest of the house we went outside for a walk around the beautiful well kept gardens and with permission if we wanted helped ourselves to plums from a branch that had fallen off the tree due to the weight of the plums. Plastic bags provided. We all had a wonderful time and boarded the coach for home just after eight. Pam Reece The rear of... 2011-9-23 07:18:18 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#103057 Sorry ladies. The walk is cancelled this month. Dont worry though we will pencil this one into the diary as soon as the Moorsbus starts running next year. Lynn Mitchell 2011-9-22 12:01:22 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#102409 In the Craft and Produce Show theres a class for cot blankets that are donated to James Cook Neonatal Unit. Following this years show weve received a lovely thank you card from one family who were delighted to be given a blanket for their tiny baby Pippa born at 24 weeks weighing just over 1lb. They enclosed 1635 for us to buy wool to knit some more blankets. Knitters in the Craft Class will take up the challenge Hopefully Pippa gets home really soon. Lynn Mitchell 2011-9-12 21:45:07 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#102407 Did you visit our Flower Festival in June Well as you may know it was a great success. There were donation plates around the church a craft stall as well as the usual WI cake stall. We handed over nearly 1631000 to Emmanuel Church for their Echo project.Should we do it again next year Lynn Mitchell 2011-9-12 21:36:56 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#102173 Well thats our summer break over and were back to normal. Hope you all enjoyed your free time. We sang Jerusalem did it get you in the mood for Last Night of the Proms this Saturday Not a lot of business to discuss but there are a few things and outings to look forward to a Christmas Fayre at Wynyard Hall followed by tea at No 4 SedgefieldChristmas at Crook Hall or Chatsworth pleease choosea Royal Jubilee lunch in Junea Wedding DressFlower Festival event in JuneLooks like well not be at home much. Linda Ford from the Red Cross Befriending Service popped in to tell us about this new service in East Cleveland. If you know of anyone who could use this service or if you would like to become a volunteer shed love to hear from you. We then finished the evening with a pooled supper and you did us proud again. Thank you. Lynn Mitchell 2011-9-8 22:22:48 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#101692 Just a few photos to give a taste of the day. Our WI Scarecrow came third thanks to Wendys hard work. Lots of lovely lemon drizzle cakes .... mmmm....... Beautiful flowers and vegetables galore. 2011-9-3 07:52:14 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#101077 We had our 5th Craft and Produce Show on Saturday 20th August. It was well supported with entries although we could do with more in the Quilting Section There were lots of lovely entries from the chldren. The Produce section was set up in marquees outside and the weather was good to us. We were very well organised with the entries booking in onto the computer thanks to Cath and Annette. As usual Maureen put on a lovely lunch much appreciated by the helpers and the public. Many thanks to everyone who helped. It was a lovely day. Nancy Eastwood 2011-8-24 08:53:44 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#100889 Well weve done it again. Another excellent Craft and Produce Show is behind us and everything went well. We had nearly 400 entries although it would have been nice to have lots more. The marquees for the Produce and Flowers were stood on the grass in front of the Church it looked like a real country show. The vegetables did look good if a bit sparse on the tables. Can we have a few more next year pleaseThe exhibits in the Church Hall nearly filled the tables still room for lots more next year and gave the judges a hard task picking the winner. It was lovely to see quite a few entries from Huntcliffs Year 8 with their pictures of Historical Saltburn thanks to Miss Mahon. A very big thank you to the Judges Stewards and Committee for all their hard work for Maureen and her team in the kitchen keeping us fed and watered throughout the day and to Stuart Smith for presenting the trophies. We should also thank Dawn from Barclays. She came along as a helper as part of Barc... 2011-8-21 10:59:04 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#100602 Theres only four days left before the show. Have you got your crafts ready Are your vegetables looking good How about your baking and preserves If you are a steward at the show youll know that there is to be a training session on Thursday morning 10.00am at Anns house. Thats the easy bit youll have to remember it till Saturday We are using a new computer bookingin system this year fingers crossed it all works fine on the day. So were ready...... watch this space Lynn Mitchell 2011-8-16 20:28:43 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#99748 The ladies WI was held on Thursday 14th July in the Methodist Chapel. The meeting was well attended. Our speaker was Mr Les Howe. He is a silversmith and he brought many of his beautiful pieces to show us. Mr Howe is a very clever and talented man and his talk was very interesting and also very amusing. He is an excellent speaker and kept us well entertained. One of our ladies Mrs Doris Broadberry was presented with a cake as she is 90 years old and for those who can remember she was the sister of Maurice Downs who had the token shop for many years. Our Saltburn in Bloom lunch went very well a big thank you to all the helpers. The lunch went very well as usual and was enjoyed by all. A thank you letter was read out. There is no WI in August but our Craft and Produce Show will be held on August 20th. Eileen Leonard 2011-8-3 22:09:30 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#99520 Well five ladies were out walking again making most of the summer weather. This month we took it easy and had a gentle stroll from the cattle arch in Saltburn along the coast to our favourite spot The Stray Cafe at Redcar. We were ready for our bacon buns long before we reached the cafe and we savoured every mouthful. At least by walking back we used up the calories Lynn Mitchell 2011-7-31 21:20:38 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#99519 This month we went to Tocketts Mill at Guisborough for Supper Club. With our choice of menu already ordered we eagerly awaited our food but we were also tempted with the carvery that was right in front of our table. The food was lovely clean plates all round and the service was good even though the restaurant was very busy. We found out that between 5pm and 8pm on Thursday evenings the carvery is offering two meals for 16310 it must be popular there was quite a queue. I think we could be paying Tocketts Mill another visit for the carvery Lynn Mitchell 2011-7-31 21:11:46 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#99102 A very big thank you to Pauline for another excellent day. She really has worked hard to organise such a full programme. For those of you who missed out here goesLeaving Saltburn at 8.20am we headed over to Leeming Bar to the Wensleydale Railway for an hours train ride with teacoffee and homemade biscuits delicious. The coach collected us and drove to Leyburn where we had an hour looking around the town. We stopped in Bainbridge for a lovely lunch provided by the WI and then back onto the coach for a drive across the Yorkshire Dales. Our next stop was Grassington another lovely oldfashioned country town I fancy a weekend away there now. After an hour it was time for our return journey to Saltburn arriving at 7pm a full day. This will take some beating but Im sure Paulines up to the challenge. Lynn Mitchell Ann and Pauline handing over some money collected for Denman College during lunch A Million Cups of Tea for Denman photo by Pam Reece. Heres a photo of... 2011-7-25 21:24:50 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#98921 On Monday evening Saltburn W.I. was invited along with RedcarBrottonLoftus Hutton Low CrossFryupand Eskmoor W.I.to an evening entertainment by a Funeral Director Mr George Martin of Hartlepool.He was very amusing and everyone had a good laugh at his tales of his job.He also was a monk at Newark when he was a young man and got up to some pranks maybe that is why he is not one now. We all enjoyed tea and scones and thanked Moorsholm for an enjoyable evening. Pam Reece The President of Moorsholm WI welcomed us all to the Meeting which was also attended by several other local WIs and introduced the Speaker Mr. Gerald Martin from Hartlepool a former Monk and now a Funeral Director. Gerald had left school at 16 to work at The Cooperative Society in one of their Department Stores this was then followed by joining a Monastery. He is currently working as a Funeral Director and gave us some very amusing stories of things that he has experienced in this line of work. The first of ... 2011-7-23 07:32:08 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#97684 2011-7-5 06:49:51 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#97466 Ladies of Saltburn WI met on Thursday the 9th June at Saltburn Methodist Church. The speaker was Mr. B. Robertson from Hearing Dogs for Deaf People We were told about the extensive training the dogs undertake and how they are matched in temperament with their owners having to live together 247. Hearing Dogs are trained to alert their owners to the sounds of fire alarms smoke alarms telephones ringing doorbells baby alarms etc. Assistance Dogs as they are now known always belong to the Society who provide all their veterinary care for life the average cost of this being about 16340000. Dogs are generally spaniels poodles labradors and retrievers or crosses of these types. 2 out of 3 people are disappointed who apply for a dog and the failure rate of dogs not making the grade is quite high. Once a dog is matched to an individual they receive 5 days training together Hearing Dogs allow owners to have confidence to live independently and securely in the knowledge they have a reliab... 2011-7-1 21:11:53 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#97409 Well weve enjoyed a long leisurely lunch at Turners Mill today. One of the good things about this pub is no children a pleasant change for those of us who regularly babysit. It was very busy and we were told there would be a 30 minute wait but that didnt bother us more time to chat The food was really tasty and everyone cleaned their plates was that because wed had to wait Lynn Mitchell 2011-6-30 19:57:24 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#97344 It wont be long now till the Craft and Produce Show. Posters and schedules are being dropped off at garden centres allotments shops and libraries. Theres a pdf version on our front page if you want to download your own. Start preparing now and have lots of entries ready for Saturday 20th August. Lynn Mitchell 2011-6-29 22:29:12 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#96440 On 7th June I left home for my first WI AGM to be held in Liverpool as the delegate from Saltburn. Twenty seven women from various parts of Teesside travelled by coach to attend the meeting. Having not met any of the other delegates prior to the day or indeed never having attended an AGM before I was somewhat anxious but quite unnecessarily as I was warmly welcomed by all and reassured about what my role would be. We arrived in Liverpool around lunchtime and checked into our hotel called Hard Days Night which was themed on the Beatles era. Iconic photographs adorned the hotel of singers and bands of the sixties along with theatre posters. One poster advertising Acker Bilk and his jazz men with the Beatles as one of the supporting acts tickets costing 7s.6d. After booking in we walked the short distance into the City centre for a spot of lunch and a retail browse. The weather suddenly changed the heavens opened and the thunder cracked. We decided to get on an open top bus and t... 2011-6-16 22:38:03 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#96256 This is one of the wonderful creations Niki Hampson makes with her Handmade Papermaking Craft which she calls Pulpitations. This one was set in a frame and lit from behind to make a lamp it was beautiful. We had a wonderful evening being shown how to make the pulp from all recycled paper which was first torn into small strips and then put in a kitchen liquidizer to pulp placed in a large dish of water mixed about then the pulp lifted out on a small square sieve and pressed flat with a sponge and turned out on to a J cloth. She made it look so simple but you can guess if we tried it I dont think it is. We rounded the evening off with a lovely supper and a lovely drive home with a very nice Driver. Pam Reece 2011-6-14 21:33:35 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#96249 Saltburn WI held a Flower Festival in Emmanuel Church starting on Monday arranging the flowers right through to Sunday. We had a preview evening on Wednesday night with a pianist and two lovely singers. Our week included a cake stall which also sold jams and chutneys. We were very well supported with visitors coming in as far as Cheshire. It was hard but really successful and enjoyable. Nancy Eastwood 2011-6-14 20:33:24 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#96013 The Flower Festival is a SUCCESS. There are over 30 floral displays some small and some huge every kind of arrangement possible is in Emmanuel Church this week and you can smell the flowers as soon as you walk in.Year 1 from Saltburn Primary School have mini gardens and carrots in bottles the Allotment Association have a good display of flowers herbs and vegetables and Chocolinis have a wonderful flower arrangement in chocolate and it smells wonderful tooWednesday evening was the official opening by Rev. Adam Reed with invited guests from those who had sponsored the floral arrangements and our own members. We were delighted to have Diane and Megan singing to us before our refreshments. It set the evening perfectly.There was a constant stream of visitors on Thursday and Friday with lots of comments on how lovely the arrangements were. Saturday morning was off to an excellent start and we were kept very busy showing people around easing off around lunchtime. Our guest organists Roge... 2011-6-11 21:11:40 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#95641 Well say remember that summers day when we walked around Guisborough Woods in really hot sunshine It was lovely to be out in the gorgeous weather listening to the birds taking in the views and stretching our legs. They have had a trim track and some new childrens play equipment installed in the woods and you really must see the wood carvings of animals and birds theyre very clever. We walked and chatted following a route to Blue Lake but we didnt quite make it we ran out of time Still theres always another day. Any excuse to be out in the countryside. Heres Judith and Lynn posing for the camera in the woods Lynn Mitchell 2011-6-6 23:04:43 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#95278 Apologies to our walkers this month. As some of our walkers cant make Friday and they dont want to miss Carlton Bank well give Guisborough Woods an airing. Meet at 10am at the Visitor Centre. Well visit Carlton Bank later in June. Dates and times to follow. Lynn Mitchell 2011-6-1 21:36:34 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#95277 This morning bright and early it felt as if wed even beaten the larks three of us descended upon the flower warehouse in Middlesbrough to pick the best of the bunch It was a hard job choosing flowers for all the arrangements that our WI are making for ourselves and for several groups whove donated the cash for us to make on their behalf. There was so much choice and variety and the colours well there was every colour. It took us over two hours and then we completely filled the boots of two cars to transport our flowers back to Emmanuel Church. At the moment the flowers are resting so are we before work starts on Saturday making two pedestals for the induction of the new vicar on Sunday. Lynn Mitchell 2011-6-1 21:25:12 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#95276 Saltburn Ladies WI met at Milton Street Chapel on Thursday 12th May. This Thursday was our Resolutions meeteing where members must vote on Government issues. There were two this year intensive farming and the closure of libraries. Both were voted down and if all WIs nationwide vote the same way believe it or not we carry some clout. Later we had a talk about the history of the WI by Mrs Ann Cowie with slides by Mr Tony Lynn on projects that the ladies have been involved in around Saltburn over the years. Also how beautiful we all looked in our hats and posh frocks at a meal we had the other Saturday to celebrate the wedding of Prince William and Catherine. This was followed by pie and peas and all in all it was a very pleasant evening. Eileen Leonard 2011-6-1 21:20:42 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#95026 It was our first visit to Peter and Colins Chinese Restaurant in Guisborough for this months supper club. 14 ladies turned out on a very chilly evening which was more like winter than spring. The food was excellent there was a wide choice on the menu and there was also plenty to eat we couldnt eat it all there was so much but we did have a good try The staff were very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately it was a quiet night and we were the only customers which meant that the restaurant lacked a bit of atmosphere. They say that its busier on Friday and Saturday nights if you wish to try it again.Theres more time to socialise at supper club and catch up with friends than at our monthly meeting so why not join us next month Lynn Mitchell 2011-5-29 20:24:32 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#95025 We excelled again today with some wonderful creations with a little help from Jean. Its amazing what can be achieved with a few chrysanths a bit of greenery and some bear grass. Every arrangement looked totally different even though we use the same basic materials.Were getting ready for the Flower Festival now and todays class has helped prepare us Ill be more of a helper than an arranger but everyones help is necessary.Our small but lively group enjoy the monthly flower class. Why not come along and join us Lynn Mitchell 2011-5-29 20:16:37 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#94306 Its that time of year again ... the Annual Group Rally was hosted by Redcar.Secretaries from all the WIs read their reports of whats been happening. Its done alphabetically and by the time it gets to Saltburn were last Im quite exhausted at what other groups have done. Youll all be pleased to know that our programme is very full and varied compared to some but we do have the advantage of having a fairly big membership and a very committed committee.The guest speaker was John Foster from BBC Radio Tees who talked to us about his life on the radio from his early schooldays to the present. He was a really interesting and funny speaker with lots of anecdotes musical accompaniments and the time passed very quickly. Redcar ladies had put on a superb spread for supper. No point counting caloriesIts our turn next year. Tonight will take some beating Lynn Mitchell 2011-5-19 16:57:37 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#94305 Tonights meeting was the Resolutions Meeting and there were only two resolutions to discuss against mega farming and the closure of local libraries. The pros and cons were pointed out for both issues and all our members voted for the resolutions.President Ann gave a very interesting and humurous presentation on the origins of the Womens Institute in Canada to the birth of Saltburn and coming rightupto date. Thanks to Tony Lynn for his photographic and computer help. Photos of our wedding lunch were seen for the first time didnt we all look posh Mind you there were some photos that should never see the light of day The evening was rounded off with some lovely pies and peas or a jacket potato if you preferred from the Artisan bread man who was last months speaker . Mmmmmm .... very tasty. Lynn Mitchell 2011-5-19 16:43:59 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#93577 Maureen Pauline Nancy and myself registered for the Starlight Stroll run by Teesside Hospice. Its a seven mile walk from Redcar College to Baydales School along the seafront and back again to the College. We joined 700 other ladies to start the walk at 10pm. Lots of them were wearing flashing fluffy ears and fairy wings and it was a lovely sight to see as we left the College to walk over Black Bridge see all the lights flashing. Locals were coming out of their houses and pubs to cheer us on cars were tooting their horns and the marshalls along the route were spurring us on too. It was a great atmoshpere We made it in two and a half hours and weve got the teeshirts and medals to prove it. Were on for next year. Come with us and give it a try. Thank you if you sponsored us its not too late to donate if you would like to. Lynn Mitchell 2011-5-7 07:43:26 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#93576 Paulines done it again another wonderful day out. The first of two groups visited the Archbishop of Yorks Palace. What a magnificent building set in a small village right by the river. We were met by our tour guide who was a mine of information and humorous with it. He escorted us through the 14th century to the present day visiting the Chapel the State Dining Room and the Drawing Room along the way via tea and cream scones naughty but nice The afternoon was spent in sunny York. Theres plenty to do and see lots of places to eat so everyone was happy to do their own thing. Time passed quickly and we were back on the bus by 4pm and off home. Wednesdays group are in for a treat as we all had a marvellous day. Lynn Mitchell 2011-5-6 07:26:11 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#93083 Ladies weve got our photo in the Talk of the Town. Were now Famous. The staff at the Bay of Bengal asked to take photos of our group at supper club in March and were on the inside of the front cover. The lucky ladies at the end of the table are very easy to see. Autographs anyone Lynn Mitchell 2011-5-4 06:39:33 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#92890 Ladies you certainly did yourselves proud for our Royal Wedding lunch in all your finery and hats. It was a wonderful day with a wonderful meal and good company. We hope you all enjoyed yourselves. I did hear one comment that this is better than a street party I couldnt agree more Lynn Mitchell 2011-5-1 22:10:04 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#93082 Ladies of Saltburn WI met on Thursday April 14th at the Methodist Church. The speaker Mr David Wrigley from Sweet Art in Marske spoke about the artisan baker. He told us about the varieties of breads and processes of baking the loaf. We heard about the different kinds of wheat used and what could be added to make exotic breads such as hazelnuts cheese olive and so on. David offers a semolina loaf which those with a wheat allergy find an attractive bread. A thoroughly enjoyable and interesting evening concluded with tastings of some of the breads.It has been a busy month club wise with a trip to the Sunderland Empire Theatre to see Calendar Girls. Members were invited to join other local groups at the Methodist Church for Gardeners Question Time followed by supper on 4th April. Ladies of Saltburn WI provided lunch for Britain in Bloom judges and guests on 5th April. The Club is also hosting a Flower Festival in June at Emmanuel Church. Members meet regularly for differe... 2011-5-1 06:27:29 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#92889 29 teams entered the Federation Quiz this year including two from Saltburn. Congratulations to Ann Diane Maureen and Wendy they came fifth. Didnt they do well Our other team didnt do quite as well but its the taking part that counts Lynn Mitchell 2011-4-27 22:04:15 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#92888 It was a day to shop till we drop. We left a foggy Saltburn at 8.30am and then drove through beautiful sunshine and countryside to Colne where it was time to have some serious retail therapy. Everyone seemed fully laden when 4pm arrived and it was time to hit the road home. Then we could just sit back relax and enjoy the last of the sunshine Saltburn was still covered in a blanket of fog just as well we went out for the day Lynn Mitchell 2011-4-20 21:57:09 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#91760 Tonights meeting was a first for our speaker Mr Wrigley who has never given a talk to such a large group. His talk on artisan breads was very interesting and his samples very tasty a french bread a rye bread a nutty bread and a semolina bread. He explained how he bakes compared to the supermarkets no wonder his bread tasted better Well all be visiting his shop on the Wynd Marske from now on. This year were trying a different kind of competition. The items will begin with the letter of the month hence a for April. The table was full tonight it obviously caught the ladies imagination everything from an angel ornament aerosols aprons to albums and antiques. Thank you all for taking part. Lynn Mitchell 2011-4-14 22:42:47 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#91121 The judging for Britain in Bloom took place this afternoon. Lets hope all went well.For the WI it was business as usual in the kitchen preparing lunch for the judges committee and helpers. Everyone enjoyed their meal clean plates all round.A big thank you to all our WI cooks waitresses and dishwashers Everyone worked really well. Lynn Mitchell 2011-4-5 21:50:46 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#91115 Monday 8 invited us to their meeting this week. It was Gardeners Question Time and I can say it was a really good night. The panel two people from Scarborough Council and a retired garden centre owner were brilliant. They bounced off each other perfectly. The banter between them was humorous and their knowledge of plants was superb. They explained how to check our shrubs and be able to tell if theyre still alive which is really handy after the winter weve just had Advice flowed all evening.The ladies at Monday 8 served a wonderful buffet supper at the end of the evening. Another excellent night. Lynn Mitchell 2011-4-4 21:38:26 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#91113 Ladies at the Craft Day are slowly making the banner for our Flower Festival. Its starting to take shape now and looking good. It shows all our activities in pictures and fabrics. Next month will see it finished.The crafts are interrupted by a wonderful lunch or is it the other way round and lots of good humour and banter. Come and see for yourselves. Lynn Mitchell 2011-4-4 21:31:25 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#90938 Members of Saltburn WI met on Thursday March 10th at the Methodist Church in Saltburn. The speaker was Mrs E Rowlands who told us about her work with Coast Watch. Those of us who live close to the sea have an appreciation of how vital this work is especially as the last manned coastguard station was closed in 1994. In the 1970s there were 159 constantly manned stations and 198 auxiliary ones now there are just four coordinating centres. There were 160 manned lighthouses in the 1990s and 30 manned light ships but now all are automated. The coast watch tower for our area is located above the Redcar Lifeboat Museum and affords a good vantage point for monitoring all shipping and sea related activities. We are constantly reminded of how fickle the moods of the sea can be and how this important voluntary service keeps our shoreline and the many users of the sea safe. Barbara Spanner 2011-4-1 07:12:39 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#90888 Tonigiht was another new experience for Supper Club the Bay of Bengal. This Indian Restuarant opened just before Christmas so we tried it this month. 18 ladies sampled the early bird menu and all agreed it was delicious and well worth 1639.95. Clean plates all round Im sure itll become a favourite. Lynn Mitchell 2011-3-31 12:26:38 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#90885 Well it was a bit blustery today wasnt it It was wild the wind just blew us all the way round our park to park walk. At least the sun was shining. It was lovely just wandering around Stewarts Park then across the fields to Ormesby Hall. Its a wonderful view of the Hall from the back. When the Hall was built the Pennyman family could see right across to the river now its all housing and industry just as well they planted plenty of trees to hide todays view The company and conversation makes a good morning. We all finished off the walk with rosy faces Lynn Mitchell 2011-3-31 12:14:49 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#90134 Did we all enjoy our trip to Sunderland Empire Theatre to see Calendar Girls The show was brilliant the cast were word perfect and it was just a wonderful show to watch through a few tears and a lot of laughs. What an excellent night. I hope theres more shows like it Lynn Mitchell 2011-3-22 07:59:51 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#89231 Were starting our meetings with a rousing version of Jerusalem. Let us know what you think about it.Mrs Rowlands gave us a really interesting and amusing talk on Coastwatch. You can tell she enjoys her retirement they are looking for volunteers so you could join her Lynn Mitchell 2011-3-10 07:37:32 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#89230 If you like flowers come along. Learn with friends how to make some beautiful arrangements. Heres what we got up to this week. Lynn Mitchell 2011-3-9 07:30:02 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#89229 Last month we had a brainstorming session and decided to make a banner for the Flower Festival. This month we all turned up with something to go on to the banner. Theres some good ideas going into this. Come and join in next month everyones welcome. Bring food for a pooled lunch. Lynn Mitchell 2011-3-7 07:22:26 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#88296 Weve been busy during the month with all our activities. We hope theres something there for you Flowers on 16th February saw us all making an arrangement of our choice. With Paulines help and guidance there were some stunning arangements to take home. Its amazing what you can do with a few flowers and a bit of greenery On Thursday 17th February we were off walking. We met at the Cattle Arch at 10 am and set off through the allotments winding our way through Marske and along Coast Road to the Stray Cafe. After wed refreshed ourselves with a lovely bacon bun and a cup of tea we were ready to walk back. It didnt seem to take as long going back but we all had a few aches at the end. Never mind its keeping us fit and healthySome of us are planning on taking part in Teesside Hospices Starlight Stroll on 7th May. Does anyone else want to join us Alessis was the choice for this months supper club. Did everyone enjoy it I hope so. Any suggestions for different venues let us know. ... 2011-3-2 20:26:10 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#88295 Saltburn Ladies WI met on Thursday February 10th at the Methodist Chapel. It was our Annual General Meeting where the Committee and President Mrs Ann Cowie were retained unopposed. As the saying goes Why fix it if it aint broken Our President Mrs Cowie has once again served us very well. An excellent job as usual was our Treasurers report by Mrs Cath Lynn and a vote of thanks was given by Mrs Judith Sturdy. So everything will go on as smoothly as before. It was a pooled supper where everyone can show off their culinary skills and the table always looks wonderful until we attack it that is. All in all it was a good night. Eileen Leonard 2011-3-2 20:18:05 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#86758 Its that time of year again our Annual Meeting. Time to vote for a new Committee and President. Our members are so pleased with the present Committee and President that weve all been voted back on for another year. The Committee will try and keep up the standard. If you have any ideas or suggestions for things to do or places to see please let us know.The evening was rounded off with another superb pooled supper . Lynn Mitchell 2011-2-11 20:13:15 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#86446 Today was the first Craft Day of the year and it started with a cup of coffee and a chat a good start We decided to do something together but what A very successful brainstorming session followed and the idea of making a banner for our June Flower Festival quickly came to life. The banner will depict all the different activities of our WI and over the next few months well be busy sewing knitting crocheting quilting and maybe even a doing ofbit of applique. The Craft group ladies are really excited and raring to go. Pooled lunch was very tasty tooIf you fancy joining us come along next month. Lynn Mitchell 2011-2-7 19:23:45 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#86370 Due to the cancellation of the Carol Service Revd Adam Gaunt of St Leonards Parish Church Loftus offered the De Brus Group a Songs of Praise as an alternative. Each WI chose a hymn and one lady from each gave a reading. The service was well attended the vicar suggested it should become an annual event To round off the evening Loftus WI put on an excellent supper. Well done to all. Lynn Mitchell 2011-2-6 22:32:40 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#86369 Saltburn Ladies WI was held on Thursday January 13th in the Methodist Chapel. It was well attended as it did seem ages since we had last met because our carol service and party had been cancelled. However we do have our Christmas dinner yet to come so we can look forward to that and it will be nice to be able to relax and enjoy it after all the hassle of Christmas etc. Our speaker on Thursday was Hazel Stephenson who spoke to us about how determined and against all odds she decided to write a novel. She now has written three. Her first one is called Land Girls and Lovers. Well worth a read as she was a very amusing lady. Eileen Leonard 2011-2-6 22:26:25 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#85816 Well ladies we hope you all enjoyed your post Christmas lunch at the Kings Grill. 34 members sat down to a wonderful two course meal in quiet calm and cosy surroundings. The staff were excellent nothing was too much trouble for them and the food was really tasty.It seems that well be back there again next year Lynn Mitchell 2011-1-31 11:01:32 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#85496 Wednesday dawned crisp bright and frosty. Although low of numbers our walkers had an interesting circular walk through three different allotments from Skelton taking in New Skelton and North Skelton. The number of steps there was a lot made up for the lack of stiles I think it was about three miles and took us an hour and a half but we did have a lot of talking to catch up on after Christmas.Join us next month wed love the company. Lynn Mitchell 2011-1-26 16:15:41 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#85494 Happy new year to everyone. Hopefully the weather wont spoil our calendar this year. Our original speaker from the Primary Care Trust cancelled as the PCT no longer exists. Hazel Stephenson stepped into the breach and gave us a talk on how she came to write a book on the Land Army Girls. This should inspire any budding writers in our midst. Lynn Mitchell 2011-1-26 16:10:15 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#83538 Ladies of the Saltburn WI have had to cancelcurtail several events because of the adverse weather conditions leading up to the Christmas Period. We did however manage a theatre trip to Middlesbrough to see Charles Dickens Christmas Carol and also enjoyed afternoon tea in the wonderful setting of Wynyard Hall. We were ushered into the magnificent Mirror Room with handpainted ceiling for tea and admired the lavish Christmas decorations which bedecked all the rooms. This allowed members a little indulgence before the rush to prepare for their own Christmas activities. Members were delighted to see that the front cover of Decembers issue of Talk of the Town had a picture of the bandstand with the Christmas tree in a snow storm. The tree and lights sponsored by the WI and 500 Club members. The speaker for the next meeting will be P. Woodhouse from the Primary Care Trust. Barbara Spanner 2010-12-30 19:22:47 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#82820 We were all dressed up in our finery for afternoon tea at Wynyard Hall despite the snow and ice. The hall was all dressed up for Christmas too.First there was the difficult decision of which of the 13 different teas to choose. The three tiered cake stands placed in front of us held three sandwiches a scone with jam and cream and four small cakes plus a mince pie each. Oh where to start It was absolutely delicious.Most of us had a little wander around the hall peeking into other rooms all very elegant.An excellent start to Christmas. Lynn Mitchell 2010-12-10 20:51:50 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#82263 Youve probably all had the telephone call telling you that the Christmas party has been cancelled along with various other events no doubt. The snow is taking its toll on most things at the moment and as we dont want any broken bones on the way to or from the party weve reluctantly taken the decision to cancel it.As Im writing this afternoon tea at Wynyard Hall is still going ahead. A very merry Christmas to all our members and we look forward to seeing you all next year. Lynn Mitchell 2010-12-7 11:01:48 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#81875 Ladies of Saltburn WI met on November 11th when Mr. David Whitlock spoke to members about North Yorkshire milestones. Milestones were brought to Britain by the Romans and took the form of waymarkers crosses and boundary stones and could be made of either granite or sandstone. By Elizabethan times the Queen directed that distances should be incorporated into the markers hence the expression the Royal Mile. By 18501900 cast iron milestones were introduced and those for the whole of North Yorkshire were made by Mattisons of Bedale. We were shown many interesting and varied examples of milestones and Mr. Whitlock gave us a whole new insight into the world of signage which many of us as drivers speed by without a second glance. Members meet for a variety of community and social events throughout the month at local and county level. A representative of Saltburn WI laid a wreath at Saltburn cenotaph on behalf of members on Sunday l4th November. Barbara Spanner 2010-12-2 11:29:08 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#81872 15 ladies braved the snow to try another new venue for supper club Virgos. It is only a small bistro and we virtually filled the room so it was a cosy evening. The food was excellent. The company and conversation rounded off a good night for all.If youve got any suggestions for supper club let me know please. Lynn Mitchell 2010-12-2 11:21:15 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#80302 It was a busy morning for our last cookery lesson in this session. Pizza Muffins were first on the menu and were very quickly made before moving on to either ginger biscuits or icing a christmas sponge cake. Everyone has had a great time learning new skills and trying new foods and they would like more lessons next year.Heres Grace Leah and Lisa showing off some of the goodies. and this is Olwyn showing off her baking. Weve enjoyed showing our new friends how to cook. Theyve enjoyed cooking and eating. A good team effort Lynn Mitchell 2010-11-14 19:42:09 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#80301 It was a really horrible night weathwerwise for our meeting but nevertheless our ladies turned out in force. A very warm welcome to two visitors this month. We hope they enjoyed their first meeting and will be back next month. Mr Whitlock gave us an entertaining presentation on mileposts and signposts from their origins in Julius Cesears time to present day. We will never look at a signpost in the same way again. Lynn Mitchell 2010-11-14 19:29:41 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#80176 This afternoon we were shown how to create an arrangment on a pedestal. Just using a tall candle holder or a wine bottle gives a different display of flowers. As usual everyone made a brilliant arrangement and all totally unique.Come along and join us make a Christmas arrangment next month. Lynn Mitchell 2010-11-12 23:01:09 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#80173 It was a quiet warm day as our small band of walkers met for a short walk at Great Ayton. It was about three miles across fields giving us time to have a good chat and take in the views. We then finished off with a lovely coffeetea at Number 5 well worth a visit.The boots can have a rest in December but well be back in January. Lynn Mitchell 2010-11-12 22:38:45 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#78457 Ladies of Saltburn WI met on the 14th October when Mr.Lowe spoke to members about Cleveland wild flowers. Mr. Lowe gave members specimens of common flowering plants to identify and gave us botanical information about different plant types. A slide show of various examples of wild flowering plants from around Cleveland completed an informative and enjoyable evening. Members meet for a variety of social events throughout each month including craft flowering arranging and walking groups supper club and other activities. Ladies visited Boundary Mill for a little retail therapy on the 20th October 2010. If you would like to join us as a visitor or to make new friends please visit our website www.Saltburnwi.org.uk or join us every second Thursday but not August at 7.30pm in the Methodist Church Milton Street Saltburn. Next month the speaker will be Mr. David Whitlock who will be telling us about Milestones. New members most welcome. Barbara Spanner 2010-10-21 19:16:02 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#76272 When we received a request from the York National Trust Walking Group to provide afternoon tea we said YES. Plans were put into action. The room with a view opposite the pier was booked for Sunday 12th September cakes were baked sandwiches made tables laid and a small number of committee members eagerly awaited the arrival of the walkers. 26 walkers plus driver sat down to afternoon tea they cleaned the plates and took some cake home. Stellas shortbread gained her a proposal of marriage Reply from the Walkers I have been asked by the Walking Group Committee to thank everyone concerned for what turned out to be a wonderful tea. .... Thank you all for the efforts you made in obtaining the room and providing the delicious tea. Lynn Mitchell 2010-9-24 15:37:33 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#76271 If youve got some spare time on a Friday morning we desperately need some more help with the cookery course for MIND. They really do appreciate this course and everyone gets a lot out of it. Give it a try pleaseThis weeks menu was vegetarian Shepherds Pie followed by Banoffee Trifle. Another successful morning. Everyone worked really hard and they all took home their delicious food. Lynn Mitchell 2010-9-24 15:27:55 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#76270 We went off to Osmotherley for this months walk Paulines childhood home. She pointed out the Methodist Chapel which was well tucked in between the houses and then she took us into the Roman Catholic Church in its own garden a hidden gem. Then we strode up to the top of the village joining the Cleveland Way onto the moors but only for a little way. We turned off and headed to Lady Chapel another hidden gem which is thought to have existed before 1397. The Chapel is cared for by the monks from Ampleforth and is still in regular use we noticed that there are two weddings planned for this weekend Another pleasant day the rain missed us good company and a gentle stroll in the countryside what more do we want If you missed out this month come and join us next month. Lynn Mitchell 2010-9-24 15:11:17 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#76268 Members met on 9th September when the speakers were Mr. Michael Watkiss the Store Manager of the new Sainsburys at Saltburn and Mr. Ian Wassall who will take over the post in October. Mr. Watkiss spoke about the history of the Sainbury empire beginning with John James and Mary Ann Sainsbury starting a store in Drury Lane London to offer quality food at reasonable prices. By 1882 there were 4 branches. In the first World War they took the radical move of recruiting and training women as men enlisted for War in huge numbers. By World War II the company had rationing to contend with. By 1950 the first self service shop was commissioned and in the l96070 supermarkets were the norm. In l974 the company was launched on the Stock Exchange. On to present times when there are 760 stores with 19 million customers. The ethos of the store still remains unchanged from John James vision Quality Perfect Prices Fair. Members then enjoyed a pooled supper. On the 14th September a mystery day ... 2010-9-24 15:08:46 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#74472 Lets Cook gets back into action this month for eight sessions with our friends from MIND. Weve got some new interesting recipes for them to make. They do need a little bit of help so if youve got some free time on a Friday morning please come along to Emmanuel Church Hall. Check out the Calendar page for dates. Youll get as much pleasure out of the morning as those we are helping. Lynn Mitchell 2010-9-2 13:57:04 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#73839 The weather was lovely for our walk this month. We started out from the green at Egglescliffe a delightful village of old cottages full of character and then made our way along the Teesdale Way before crossing fields back to the car. Lots of lovely scenery swans and canoes on the river to watch and some foraging in the hedgerows made it an enjoyable morning.Well be out again next month come and join us Lynn Mitchell 2010-8-26 16:51:56 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#73838 Although there was no meeting in August WI members have had a very busy time. We visited Hartlepool at the beginning of the month to see the tall ships involved in the race from Norway to England. This was a thoroughly enjoyable trip although the weather could have been kinder to us. This however did not dampen our spirits and as evening fell we were treated to a finale of spectacular fireworks. On the 2lst of August we held our fourth craft and produce show in conjunction with Saltburn Allotment Association in the Emmanuel Church Hall. This was another resounding success with a record number of entries over 350 in total. Entries included produce soft fruits flowers baking preserves handicrafts photography and art. All age groups were represented with entries from the very young upwards. After judging the show was opened to the public and we welcomed many visitors to view the exhibits and partake of home made refreshments. Special thanks to all those who helped make this a ... 2010-8-26 16:50:12 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#70946 Well our brave band of walkers attacked Huntcliff for a couple of hours today. After last nights torrential downpour the path was surprisingly free of mud and we enjoyed our stroll along the cliffs in beautiful sunshine. The sea was calm and clear the seagulls made a bit of a noise and we were all covered in those little black bugs natures wonderfulHeres Maureen Nancy and Pauline at the other noisy bit of the walk Lynn Mitchell 2010-7-21 15:01:54 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#69538 If you didnt go you missed a brilliant evening. Stockton Tabernacle was a wonderful venue for tonights SSAFA charity performance of the Last Night of the Proms and it was a full house. The two male voice choirs and the police band played some excellent music for us to listen to as well as to join in. We sung our hearts out we waved our flags we laughed and we clapped till our hands were sore. Jerasulem is much better sung to music. Well done Pauline youve done it again. Lynn Mitchell 2010-7-4 22:23:40 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#69537 This is the demonstration flower arrangement that well be making next time. 2010-7-4 22:08:27 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#68161 Weve lost our regular room at the Holiday Home but we were made very welcome at Maureens for this months craft day. We got cracking making cushions ready for a stall on the Farmers Market before sharing our lunch and having a good chat. Thanks for the hospitality Maureen. Lynn Mitchell 2010-6-17 09:46:47 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#68159 What an excellent turnout for this months open meeting. We had Judge Gillance as our guest speaker telling us about his life from a village bobby in Skelton then going onto the other side of the law by becoming a barrister then a Judge and ending his career working in the Asylum courts. Thanks to ouur guests from Loftus WI Updale WI and Monday at 8 who were well fed at the end of the evening by our members wonderful buffet. Lynn Mitchell 2010-6-17 09:35:16 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#68157 Ladies from Saltburn WI were to be found on their knees on Friday 4th June. No not praying planting as part of the Action Earth Campaign organised by Community Service Volunteers.Together with volunteers and wardens from Saltburn Woodland Centre they planted Buddlea Cotoneaster mixed flowers and herbs next to the Bat Watch.The sun shone down as the plants were watered in and a few passing children joined in the fun which was lovely. Everyone enjoyed the refreshments afterwards and hopefully the bees and butterflies will enjoy their new floral habitat. Maureen Potter 2010-6-17 09:01:36 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#67295 We slipped an extra walk in today. We wanted to see the primroses on the cliffs at Sandsend. It was a lovely sunny day the sea was calm and there were lots of walkers but unfortunately there werent any primroses to be seen. Never mind it was good to be out and well try again next year. Lynn Mitchell 2010-6-7 20:49:14 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#67294 Did you enjoy your fish and chips ladies The Sea View Fish Restaurant fried a great meal tonight and personal service too as they were only open for us. Its definitely well worth visiting again. Lynn Mitchell 2010-6-7 20:42:58 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#65741 An excellent evening chaired by Hutton Lowcross. The secretarys reports from each of the six WIs in the De Brus Group were given. Were all keeping our members very busy and having fun.The guest speaker was Colin Alderson Pastry Chef to the Queen and his talk was Life in the Palace Kitchens a light hearted look at five years spent in the Royal Household of Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle. He was very interesting and humorous and we were given an insight into life downstairs as well as upstairs what the Queen likes to eat and the interest she takes in table settings and decorations as well as her staff. The food he prepared seems very fancy and fiddly to us nothing was plain as we know it even a boiled egg isnt quite a boiled egg. Hutton Lowcross provided a lovely supper following the talk and raffle.Well done to Maureen who came third in the patisserie competition. Lynn Mitchell 2010-5-20 11:06:47 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#65740 On Monday 17th May some of our ladies walked from Grosmont to Goathland. It was a beautiful day the sun was shining the birds were singing lambs were frolicking in the fields and that calves were having their breakfast off the mams. All the trees were in their green summer foliage and all the spring flowers were out. To me May is the loveliest month and on top of all that was the beautiful views of the Yorkshire moors a truly good to be alive day. Eileen Leonard 2010-5-20 11:03:07 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#65739 Our ladies WI meeting on Thursday 13th May was our Resolutions Meeting. The Resolution was approved and passed unanimously. Its nice to know the WI has some clout when they get going.Our evening ended with a pie and pea supper which everyone enjoyed. Eileen Leonard 2010-5-20 11:00:12 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#64320 Another ocassion to dress up lunch at the Thistle Hotel followed by Sir Thomas Ingleby of Ripley Castle. His talk was entitled Castle Life in the 21st Century was very entertaining and amusing telling us about the visitors the weddings and the tv and film stars that have used the castle. We had a lovely day try it next year and see for yourself. Lynn Mitchell 2010-5-1 19:40:31 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#64161 15 ladies had afternoon tea or a salad at The Old School Room Scaling Dam today. What a feast we certainly didnt go hungry. The salads looked tempting but the afternoon tea of sandwiches scones with fresh cream and a huge choice of cakes and biscuits for me won hands down. Now that its not a secret anymore Im sure you will be visiting the tea rooms yourselves. Hope everyone enjoyed the food as much as I did. Lynn Mitchell 2010-4-29 19:08:07 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#64160 We were out again this time along the banks of the Tees taking in all the sights and crossing bridges to and fro across the river. We started at the Barrage and walked upstream crossing the new Infinity Bridge the Millenium footbridge and the Victoria Bridge as well as lots of little inlets that dominate Teesdale.It was an easy four and a half mile walk the weather was cloudy but dry and the chatter lively.Why not join us next time Wed love your company Lynn Mitchell 2010-4-29 19:00:18 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#62866 It was a glorious sunny day for the Farmers Market. The sun brought out the crowds and the market was very busy. Thank you to bakers and helpers of the WI stall the cakes and our homemade shopping bags sold very well. Lynn Mitchell 2010-4-12 21:20:18 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#62865 This cookery session for MIND has come to an end and the group cooked a salmon puff followed by a cream pie. The carers have had as much fun as those from MIND. They were delighted when we gave them all a recipe book of everything theyve prepared during this session. Well be taking a rest over the summer before any more sessions start if youd like to join us wed like to see you. 2010-4-12 21:06:24 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#62863 We welcomed two visitors this month we hope they enjoyed our meeting and will return. As the WI is known for Jam and Jerusalem National Federation are holding a Jam Festival in November there are 11 different categories so if youre interested in entering I have the details. Jam making courses are available at Denman College over the summer to inspire you. The diary is filling up keep checking to see what were up to. Theres always something new happening. The speaker tonight was Brian Glover from Middlesbrough Council who gave us a presentation on the Transporter Bridge the longest type of its kind in the world. The presentation covered the bridge from its first drawings the official opening complete with original film to present day. It also included tv footage of Fred Dibner taking his steam roller onto the gondola. The bridge will be 100 years old in 2011 and the council is hoping to have some special events to celebrate its centenary. Lynn Mitchell 2010-4-12 20:41:28 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#61945 Ladies of Saltburn WI met on11th March and were entertained by Mrs June Anderson with a light heated talk entitled The thought that counts. In her basket of goodies she had various objects she had received as gifts from people over her lifetime. She described the background to receiving the gifts the influence they had upon her life and how she treasured them. It reminded us of the impact giving and receiving gifts has. A trip of Kirkleatham Museum was arranged for 3rd March and ladies were able to view the exhibitions in the main building. Members also has the opportunity to walk through the Kirkleatham Village area to view carpets of snowdrops reminding us that spring is really here. Barbara Spanner 2010-4-1 15:26:27 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#60456 Its a new year for the Committee with all positions filled mainly by those already in the posts and happy to continue. You will see from the new programme that weve been busy booking speakers for our monthly meetings and hopefully you will find them varied and interesting.We have two teams entered into the Federation Quiz in April good luck to all.Dont forget the Farmers Market bakers and stall helpers needed please Saturday 10th April.The monthly walks restart after the winter meet 10.00am at Tees Barrage on Thursday 15th April.Mrs June Andersons talk entitled Its the thought that counts did make you think. She brought some small items that had been given to her she called them her treasures and told us who gave them why they thought those things would be right for her and how she cant bear to part with them. Im sure shes not the only one Lynn Mitchell 2010-3-13 22:32:59 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#60454 It was a lovely sunny day for our visit to Kirkleatham Museum. Firstly a gentle stroll through the woods to see the snowdrops before enjoying a morning cuppa in the cafe. The Museum is a wonderful building and its history is displayed on the top floor it has certainly had a very varied life. There is a wonderful display of childhood toys which brings back fond memories there is even some great working models of Meccano. After looking around the Museum it was back to the cafe for lunch before the bus returned. We dont have to go far to have a good day out do we Lynn Mitchell 2010-3-13 22:10:16 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#59715 Ladies of Saltburn WI met on 11th February for their Annual Meeting. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and agreed. Our Treasurer Mrs Cath Lynn read out a financial statement of accounts for the past year to the meeting which had been independently audited. Election of Officers then followed. Mrs Ann Cowie was unanimously reelected as President. All existing Committee members agreed to stand for another year and were reelected enbloc. Once the business part of the meeting concluded a shared buffet was enjoyed by members. A programme of varied topics for the coming year has been drafted offering members both educational and social events. Ladies of the WI offer cooking sessions to members of MIND most Friday mornings. Two easy dishes are prepared and these are appreciated by the dozen or so MIND members who regularly attend and enjoy the results of their labours at lunchtime. WI ladies also met for monthly craft and flower arranging classes as well as meals ... 2010-3-3 21:04:38 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#58346 Its been a year since our last Annual Meeting where has the time gone Its certainly been a very busy one for the committee who have very enthusiastically worked planned and organised lots of events that youve all enjoyed. Unfortunately all good things must come to an end its time to elect a new committee. Good news though the current committee members have all been reelected for another year. Even better news our President has been reelected too. We hope we can keep up the good work next yearLadies as usual supper was excellent we certainly didnt go hungry. Lynn Mitchell 2010-2-13 20:54:52 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#57613 We are merrily working our way through fabric donated by IKEA we managed to make 17 shopping bags between us and well sell them at the next farmers market and yes theres still a lot of fabric left Well be sewing a few more bags next month so come along and join us. Lynn Mitchell 2010-2-3 16:18:32 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#57612 It was the first meal of 2010 and I hope you all enjoyed the food the company the venue and the alternative bran tub. Did you realise that we had an excellent turn out of 42 ladies Lynn Mitchell 2010-2-3 16:09:39 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#57362 The Ladies met on 14th January 2010 to hear Mr Michael Morrissey on the Confessions of a Wayward Journalist. Mr Morrissey began his working life on a newspaper in Crosby Liverpool in 1948 right through to the Saltburn monthly magazine Talk of the Town in 2002 not forgetting time spent working in Manchester Australia Nigeria Bournemouth Birmingham Darlington Redcar and Middlesbrough in between. We heard about some of the highlights of his journalistic career as well as some of the less memorable ones.Members meet for their Annual Luncheon on 28th January 2010 at the CIU Holiday and Convalescent Home.We have a varied and interesting programme of meetings and visits planned for 2010 and would welcome new members to join us on 2nd Thursday of every month at 7.30 pm at the Methodist Church Milton Street Saltburn.See our websitewww.saltburnwi.org.uk. Barbara Spanner 2010-1-31 11:55:09 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#57050 Flowers galore... and what stunning arrangements we all made. Heres a photo of everyones efforts and heres Jeans demonstration for next month. See you there Lynn Mitchell 2010-1-26 15:23:04 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#56256 The cookery course for MIND has started again. On the menu today was a Sausagemeat Savoury with Dumplings followed by a Fruit Meringue. The finished results looked brilliant. Some of them couldnt wait for teatime they tucked in and ate their meal even though it was only 11 oclock.Thats whats known as satisfying. If youd like to help please do. Check the diary for dates. Lynn Mitchell 2010-1-15 20:40:43 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#56253 Happy new year to everyone. Our first meeting of the year was well attended considering the recent snow and ice weve just had. Decembers walk was a casualty of the snow and there are no plans for walking in January. Dont worry well be walking as soon as the weather improves.Did you enjoy our Christmas event Mrs Fick was very interesting with stories of her younger days during the war and whilst working at Bletchley Park. She enjoyed our evening and we enjoyed listening to her so we await a further instalment A few games a singsong and an excellent buffet made a lovely evening. Another casualty is the theatre trip to see Calendar Girls due to seating availability.Our speaker tonight was Michael Morrisey a retired journalist who still keeps his hand in by writing for the Talk of the Town and Darlington amp Stockton Times. He told us about his life working on various newspapers the people hed worked with and those hed interviewed. Hes had quite a busy life Lynn Mitc... 2010-1-15 20:04:56 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#54546 It was an excellent day for the Farmers Market weatherwise and it brought out the shoppers. A big thank you to all our bakers and helpers our cakes and pies were flying off the the table as soon as they arrived and we had a very successful day. Heres a photo of Pauline and Dot setting up the craft stall with our shopping bags pegged out like washing Lynn Mitchell 2009-12-14 22:04:41 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#54247 When we were offered a trip to see Castle Howard dressed for Christmas we jumped at the chance and we werent disappointed. Every room had a tree in the Great Hall the enormous tree had between 18002000 baubles and was dressed by Mrs Howard over three days. All the fires were lit making the house warm and cosy and hundreds of candles everywhere gave it a fairytale feel. Making our way back to the car park on the little train we could see all the Christmas trees twinkling in the dark what a lovely sight.Another day to remember thank you Pauline. Lynn Mitchell 2009-12-9 20:27:21 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#54245 We were making Christmas table decorations today. My choice was a lollipop arrangement which will go down very well with all the family although most ladies made a lovely arrangement with cyclamen greenery and Christmasy bits and pieces.Our lunch was topped off with some Bucks Fizz thanks Elsie. It certainly helped us during our afternoon session. Ikea had donated some fabric for us to turn into small shopping bags which we will sell on our stall at the Farmers Market on Saturday. We had quite a system going cutting pressing and sewing bags. Lets hope they sell as fast as our cakes Lynn Mitchell 2009-12-9 19:58:39 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#53915 Ann and Maureen our very own radio stars will be live on James Cook Hospital Radio on 19th December giving hints for Christmas. Good luck 2009-12-3 21:39:48 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#53913 The ladies WI meeting was held in the Methodist Chapel on November 12th. The speaker was Dr Nicholson who gave a fascinating talk entitled More Secrets of the Attic. This was the second time he had spoken to members about the subject which offered all the ingredients of mystery love betrayal of more than a century ago. With the help of the internet he was able to piece together the lives of people whose letters and photographs that he found sealed in the attic of his Georgian house. Amazing stuff We await the publication of his book. Our president Ann Cowie laid a Remembrance Day wreath on behalf of the WI at Saltburn War Memorial on Sunday 8th November. Members also sent 35 care boxes to the British soldiers fighting in Afghanistan. Members meet throughout the month for craft and flower arranging classes. There is also the opportunity for ladies to go walking together around some of the local areas. Local WI members meet to celebrate in Brotton for the annual Carol... 2009-12-3 21:26:47 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#53142 We had a really busy and satisfying morning as part of our Lets Cook project with 10 ladies from MIND. There was a lovely smell of Leek and Potato soup cooking in the kitchen while we helped to make nocook chocolate Christmas puddings. The ladies enjoyed themselves making the marzipan fruits they all had multicoloured fingers when theyd finished They cant wait for the next lesson. Helping Leah fill her flask with soup Making marzipan fruits Maureens marzipan fruits too good to eat Mandy wanted chocolate topping on her pudding 2009-11-22 22:11:57 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#52911 Well weve braved the elements again this month. Five hardy ladies set off from Nunthorpe Station in high winds on a five mile circular walk taking in Grey Towers Nunthorpe Village quite a few stiles and a lot of mud. There was plenty of time to chat and admire the views.Come and walk with us wed love your company Lynn Mitchell 2009-11-19 21:42:05 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#52544 Firstly a big thank you to everyone who filled a shoe box for the troops in Afghanistan 35 were collected. Wed like to to see Calendar Girls in Newcastle on 9th April 2010. If youre interested let us know as soon as possible. Baking ingredients are available if you can do any baking for our Christmas stall at the Farmers Market on 12th December. Can anyone spare an hour to man it please Dr Nicholson was welcomed back to give us the final chapter in his Secrets of the Attic and what a chapter Twists and turns all the way to the end. Up to now wed all felt that Gus was a cad and a scrounger especially as he had another woman in tow but then we end up feeling sad for him. He had lived a life which was full of lies but he kept us enthralled throughout. Dr Nicholson has even managed to contact relatives of that vile woman through the power of the internet and is now in the process of writing a book on his research. Lynn Mitchell 2009-11-13 21:36:18 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#51411 This months walk from Saltburn to Skinningrove was changed to a beach walk because of all the heavy overnight rain. Five of us set off from the Ship Inn along the beach to Redcar. What a change in the weather from yeserday. It was a glorious morning the sun shone and there was hardly any wind. There were lots of other walkers making the most of the weather too. Stopped for a cuppa at the Stray Cafe before aiming to get the bus back to Saltburn. The bus had other thoughts and we missed it Never mind girls well carry on walking. We finally caught a bus at Bydales School. According to Nancys pedometer wed done over 13000 steps thats nearly six miles. Well done another good mornings walk. Lynn Mitchell 2009-10-27 07:44:47 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#50642 Weve all seen the outside of the building and most of us hate it but it does have everyone talking about it. Which is exactly what the college wanted. Last night we had a tour of the public areas of the college by Richard Peagem one of the Assistant Principals who has spent the last few years making sure the college got exactly what it wanted in terms of design and layout and hes very proud of the finished building. Firstly though we had a wonderful three course meal in the Haven Restaurant prepared by the catering students. The food was well cooked really tasty and well presented. The waiting staff had to be brought in from other departments because of our large party but they still did their best to keep us all happy. After our meal we were taken to the Library not a Library as we are used to as most of the students work online now. We walked past the catering kitchens equipment is industrial so that students can get the feel of working in a real kitchen. One rang... 2009-10-15 11:59:30 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#50480 On Monday 5th October Ann was invited by the Retired Mens Forum to talk at their meeting. A lighthearted history of the WI nationally and locally and of our community involvement was well received and Ann enjoyed herself too. It was also good publicity for us. Lynn Mitchell 2009-10-12 21:54:39 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#50475 Another excellent meeting and we also welcomed two visitors hope they enjoyed tonight and decide to join us.Ingredients will be provided if you would like to bake for our Christmas Market stall in December. Help is also needed for the Pageant of Light and the Lets Cook project. Check out the diary page.This year we will be sending shoeboxes of goodies to the men and women of our armed forces serving in Afghanistan. The contents list is endless so lets see is we can cheer them up at Christmas all those miles away from home. Maximum weight of 2kg in an unwrapped shoebox elastic band to hold please.The list of outings organised by Pauline keeps growing check the diary page for more details. Crafts flower arranging and walking groups have room if you want to join in please do The speaker tonight was Angela Rhoades who designs her own pearl jewellery range. Her talk included the history of pearls she told us about the oyster beds in China from where she buys her pearls and described t... 2009-10-12 20:49:03 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#49258 We invited the Mayor to present the trophies at our Craft and Produce Show he reciprocated by inviting us to his parlour on Monday 21st September. The Show Committee and Stewards from the WI and the Allotment Association were first shown into the Council Chamber in the Town Hall at Eston where the Mayor and Mayoress joined us. We were given a very interesting talk by John McCardle the Mace Bearer chaffeur and other jobs on what happens in the Chamber as well as on general council protocol. Time for a quick photo before moving into the Mayors Parlour for a lovely buffet supper and another interesting talk describing the mayors robes silverware photos and plaques that adorn the room. John has been in his role for 33 years so he is full of information. All in all a very enlightening evening Lynn Mitchell 2009-9-22 21:21:41 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#48884 Well ladies were off. Five members stepped it out on the first of our monthly walks.The weather was kind to us as we strolled through Errington woods and Upleatham village taking in the scenery. We covered about three and a half miles in two hours an easy and pleasant walk.There will be another one next month details to follow come and join us Lynn Mitchell 2009-9-16 21:18:24 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#48653 There was no speaker tonight as September is usually a busy month for business. We had hoped for a few visitors following the interest at the Craft amp Produce Show but unfortunately there were none. The pooled supper table heaved with the weight of the food so we didnt go hungry Thank you for sharing. Lynn Mitchell 2009-9-13 22:18:23 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#48408 Wednesday 16th September will see the start of our monthly walks just short gentle walks to encourage us to enjoy some fresh air and a little bit of exercise nothing too strenuous. So get your boots and waterproofs dusted off and come and join us. Meet 10 am at Errington Woods car park New Marske for a circular walk taking in Upleatham. Bring your picnic and well stop en route. Lynn Mitchell 2009-9-8 21:32:47 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#48407 Fascinators was todays craft. We were shown how to make an easy fascinator with the minimum of materials fuss and time. They are that simple to make that theres no excuse for not making one to match any outfits that require us dressing up. There was plenty of time to chat and eat its just a shame not more of our members didnt join us. We intend to change to a Monday from next month maybe this will be a better day. Lets hope so Lynn Mitchell 2009-9-8 21:17:33 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#48406 Once again we had a very busy day. Entries were down due to misinformation given out that the Show had been cancelled. The Recycling Section did very well. We had 17 scarecrows. To me everyone was a winner. Congratulations to those who did win. Gwendoline the WIs winning scarecrow entry The Home Baking Preserves and Handicrafts were very well supported. Once again congratulations to those people. The Produce Cut Flowers and Floral Sections were very thin on the ground. All you gardeners out there I know you can do better than that. Please put some entries in next years show. Saltburn WI and Allotment Committee 2009-9-8 21:10:52 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#45731 What an excellent day. Pauline really excelled herself with this trip even the weather was on its best behaviour. It was an early start but as we found out we were booked into Wensleydale Creamery at 10.00 am for a demonstration and tour. Andrew the demonstrator was very funny and showed us how to make a pound of cheese from a gallon of milk in ten minutes. You cant eat this for demonstration purposes theres too much salt in it but at least we know how to make our own now Lots of samples to taste and then buy your favourite. Back onto the coach and off we go. Our next stop was Kendal where there was plenty of time to shop and have lunch look at the floral displays and compare them with Saltburn. Off we go again this time to Brockhole Visitor Centre at Winderemere. Plenty of space pretty gardens exhibitions tea rooms something to suit everyone. If you cared to there was a zip wire and a climbing wall but I didnt see anyone from our coach having a go Windermere Air Sho... 2009-7-28 14:20:44 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#44634 The title of tonights talk was Louis XIV of France suffered from premature baldness as a consequence I wear a wig and the speaker was Judge Spittle. He gave us a very interesting informative and humorous insight as to the background of the legal professions attire from Charles II upto the present day. We were shown three different types of wigs one for ceremonials one for everyday wear and one for a barrister all made of horse hair from the mane and all very expensive and very itchy Did you know that a powdered wig tax of 20 guineas was imposed in 1790 which led to the decline of wigwearing except for the legal profession the clergy doctors and coachmen He told us about the ceremonial clothes hell be wearing at Durham Cathedral this weeked silk stockings tights he said how do you ladies wear them the robes for everyday and normal suits in family courts for an informal atmosphere where children are present. An excellent evening lets hope we never have to go up before him L... 2009-7-9 22:08:11 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#44515 We had another enjoyable craft day at the Holiday Home. The morning was spent making popup cards and envelopes ideal for all occasions. After our pooled lunch we had a relaxing afternoon learning the technique of hand massage. Members had the opportunity of practicing on each other and we all went home less stressed than we arrived 2009-7-7 15:10:52 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#44518 Our ladies WI met at the Methodist Chapel on Thursday June 11th. Our speaker was Mrs Susan Ord who as a handwriting specialist or graphologer. She didint read our handwriting as such which was just as well as my handwriting leaves a lot to be desired. I was afraid she might say I had criminal tendencies but she did give a very interesting talk. We did a bit of tree planting on 10th June in the wildlife garden at the end of the allotments part of an action campaign sponsored by Morissons. I was a little bit early on the day so I sat in the garden and waited and I must admit it was very tranquil with only the sounds of the birds and the bees and the occasional Boulby freight train. Seriously it was very pleasant and the garden gives an opportunity for a nice little break if you are out walking between Saltburn and Marske. E Leonard for the Talk of the Town 2009-7-1 16:09:06 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#44109 We met in the Methodist Chapel on Thursday June 11th. Our speaker was Mrs Susan Ord who was a handwriting specialist or graphologer. She didnt read our handwriting as such which was just as well as my handwriting leaves a lot to be desired I was afraid she might say I had criminal tendencies but she did give a very interesting talk. We did a bit of tree planting on June 10th in the wildlife garden at the end of the allotments part of an action campaign sponsored by Morrisons. I was a little bit early on the day so I sat in the garden and waited and I must admit it was very tranquil with only the sounds of the birds and bees and the occasional Boulby freight train. Seriously it was very pleasant and the garden gives the opportunity for a nice little break if you are out walking between Saltburn and Marske. E Leonard 2009-6-30 08:10:31 http://www.saltburnwi.org.uk/page4.htm#43516 The Saltburn ladies WI meeting was held on Thursday 14th May. It was our resolution meeting which means WIs countrywide take up a cause. This year it will be the humble bee as so much depends on it. We had a small talk about it and later this was followed by a pie and pea supper. Our cookery course for Mind went down so well and everyone was appreciative that we are looking for our next venue.There will be another coffee morning and cake stall in Saltburn Library on Saturday 6th June.Our schedules are now out for our Craft and Produce Day on Saturday August 22nd and can be obtained from the library and various shops. So come on all you gardeners get digging and planting knowing that you are helping the bee as well because as you know petrol in your car makes your car go so a little bee in your garden makes your flowers grow. E Leonard 2009-6-1 10:43:12