2017 EVENTS

We are looking forward to an exciting year of Federation events

Look in your latest edition of WI News for full details of how to apply

You can also contact the WI Office via the applications prompt (left) or use one of the downloadable events forms when available (via forms prompt left)

JANUARY

6         WI Office reopens to members, from 9am

           We will be open to welcome visits from members on the 1st Friday after New Year.

12       "Sew 'n' Sews", WI Office, Kendal, 10am-3pm

            Friendly get-together of our keen needlewomen. Newcomers/beginners welcome.

19       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

           Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

27       The Sound of Music, The Brewery, Kendal, 12noon

             Blow away the cobwebs as we sing along with Maria & Co. Dressing up encouraged!

FEBRUARY

2         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

9        "Sew 'n' Sews", WI Office, Kendal, 10am-3pm

            Friendly get-together of our keen needlewomen. Newcomers/beginners welcome.

16       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

              Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

17        Patti Dawson Floral Workshop, Preston Patrick Memorial Hall, 1pm

           Rescheduled session with 2016 Huxley Cup winner Patti Dawson. 

23        Presidents' & Secretaries' Q&A Session, WI Office, Kendal

            Helpful advice and useful tips on these roles within your WI. 

MARCH

2         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome

2         Presidents' & Secretaries' Q&A Session, WI Office, Kendal

           Helpful advice and useful tips on these roles within your WI. 

8         International Women's Day event, 10am-4pm, Coronation Hall, Ulverston

            Fantastic celebration of IWD with cookery demo, talks, crafts & music.

9         "Sew 'n' Sews", WI Office, Kendal, 10am-3pm

            Friendly get-together of our keen needlewomen. Newcomers/beginners welcome.

11       Table Top Sale, Appleby Market Hall, 9am-12noon

            Coffee morning plus chance for WIs in the North to sell crafts and bric-a-brac.

16       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

            Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

22       Treasurers' Training, WI Office, Kendal, 2pm-4pm & 7pm-9pm

             Help and tips for new and experienced WI Treasurers alike.

27       Reading Aloud, People's Hall, Sedbergh, from 11am

            WI teams of two speak poetry & prose beautifully for the audience to enjoy.

APRIL

3         Half Yearly Council Meeting, Kendal Town Hall, 7pm

           Chance to catch up with all the Federation news and be entertained by a top speaker.

6         Paul Laidlaw guests at Members' Spring Lunch, The Villa, Levens

           The cheery TV antiques expert will entertain us after a delicious three-course lunch.

6         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome

13       "Sew 'n' Sews", WI Office, Kendal, 10am-3pm

            Friendly get-together of our keen needlewomen. Newcomers/beginners welcome.

20       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

             Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

25       AGM Briefing Conference, WI Office, Kendal, 10am

              Join delegates to the 2017 AGM to discuss this year's Resolutions.

MAY

4         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

6-12    Federation Holiday to Cologne & the Magical Moselle Valley

           Fabulous continental holiday based in the German mountain town of Moselle.

18       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

             Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

18       Plant evening, Preston Patrick Memorial Hall, 7pm

             Plant sale and expert discussion.

JUNE

3-4      Country Fest, Crooklands Showfield

           CWFWI is invited to take part with craft & produce classes for the first time.

1         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

    

7         102nd NFWI Annual Meeting, Echo Arena, Liverpool

           Our party of delegates travels on Tuesday 6 June & returns Wednesday 7 June 2017

           (the evening of the meeting).

           If you've never been a delegate before, put your name forward, it's very interesting.

           Give your name in to your Secretary or contact the WI Office if you would like more

           information about what being a delegate involves.

15       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

             Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

29       Ivan Day Afternoon Tea, The Villa, 1pm-4pm

             Enthralling talk by food historian accompanied by afternoon tea.

JULY

6         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

14-17  Gardens & Houses of Aberdeenshire

           Food, Farms & Gardens' Committee weekend with visits to fabulous historic venues.

25       Group Representatives Strawberry Tea, WI Office, Kendal, 2pm-4pm

           Ideas and discussion for our Group organisers.

AUGUST

3         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm TBC

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

SEPTEMBER

7         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

11-13   Judging for Westmorland County Show entries, Preston Patrick Memorial Hall

            Check your Show schedule for days and times for you to submit your entries.

          

14       Westmorland County Show, Crooklands

           CWFWI are honoured to have our own marquee at this major event in the Cumbrian

           calendar, where members compete in craft and produce classes.

21       "Sew 'n' Sews", WI Office, Kendal, 10am-3pm

            Friendly get-together of our keen needlewomen. Newcomers/beginners welcome.

28       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

            Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

OCTOBER

5         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

12       "Sew 'n' Sews", WI Office, Kendal, 10am-3pm

            Friendly get-together of our keen needlewomen. Newcomers/beginners welcome.

21       Annual Council Meeting, The Villa, Levens, 10am-4pm

            Federation annual meeting with news, views and top-notch guest speakers.

26       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

            Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

NOVEMBER

2         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

9       "Sew 'n' Sews", WI Office, Kendal, 10am-3pm

            Friendly get-together of our keen needlewomen. Newcomers/beginners welcome.

16       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

            Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

DECEMBER

1        Festival of Readings & Carols, Kendal Parish Church, 2pm

          A seasonal end to our WI Federation year.

7         Writers Inc, WI Office, Kendal, 12noon-2pm

           Federation Creative Writing Group. Newcomers welcome.

8         Christmas in the Office, WI Office, Kendal, 2pm-4pm

           Seasonal good cheer with mulled wine, mince pies & carols.

14       Lace Workshop, WI Office, Kendal, 10am-4pm

            Expert instruction by Christine Kingsley-Chase in this delicate traditional craft.

15      WI Office closes to members for Christmas break, from 4pm

           We will be open to welcome visits from members on  Friday 5th January 2018.