N1 Women's Institute

Tuesday 29th May 2012 - Midwives Debate, Pizzas and a Quiz

In May we engage in a debate to decide whether we support the yearly resolution voted for by our members earlier this year. We will eventually take action on this cause with local and national campaigns. In the past we have lobbied our MPs, written letters to local councils and engaged in activities.

 

This year's resolution is EMPLOYMENT OF MORE MIDWIVES and we are very pleased to be joined in the debate by Midwife and campaigner Sheena Byrom OBE who wrote Catching Babies. The arguments will be led by N1 member Laura and everyone is encouraged to share their opinion.

The arguments can be found here

After the debate we will enjoy some delicious pizza and a pub quiz with the ever popluar team of Mr Dawson and Lucy.

Tuesday 26th June 2012 - Craft With Raystitch

Join us in June for a crafty evening hosted by our local favorite stitching shop Raystitch

Have a go at some practical hand embroidery and appliqué techniques and everyone will end up with something that can later be turned into a cushion, a bag or a piece of art. We will hear a talk from a textile designer and have a look at some free motion embroidery.

We encourage you to bring along some of your own fabrics and trims to use and share. There will be Raystitch fabrics available for use plus a few extra special things for sale on the night.  There will be a raffle of some beautiful Raystitch goodies!

Tuesday 31st July 2012 - Sir Gerry Neale

In July we welcome Sir Gerry Neale, former MP and motivational coach to speak to us about his life, work and jam. Sir Gerry was instrumental in a change to national law on domestically produced jam sales. In June 1980, the law was changed so that jams made by WI members and other charitable organisations can be sold to members of the general public. The issue was voted upon alongside the matters of Afghanistan, money supply and Europe.

Sir Gerry wrote Squaring Circles, a book that helps people experience and embrace change.

Come and be inspired!

Tuesday 28th August 2012 - Pimms in the Park

Join us at Highbury Fields for some sophisticated supping of Pimms, chat and general lolling around in the evening sunshine.

Then to the local pub for shelter and more Pimms probably!

Watch this space for updates (and emergency plans should the weather scupper our fun).

Tuesday 25th September 2012 - How to throw a perfect party with Polly Betton

Need some tips on how to give a great party in the festive season? Polly Betton, AKA the 'get together guru', founder of Teatime Productions, and author of 'Party! How to Throw a Brilliant Bash' will be telling us how to make your party go with a bang! 

She'll start off with a bit of theory - types of party, coming up with themes and when you should be doing what.

Then we'll have a look at decoration, with some fun, quirky make-and-do tips and tricks that everyone can have a go at.

Finally we'll have a look at food and drink with a bit of hands-on putting together (and consuming) interesting party food and cocktails. Scrumptious!