Carsphairn SWI Meeting Report -21st September 2023

Dorothy welcomed everyone to the first meeting after the summer break.

Members reflected on the May open meeting (Beetle Drive) which had proved to be a successful and enjoyable evening. It was well attended and visitors came from a number of fellow Institutes. In June, members shared cars to visit Dumfries House. One participant commented that it was ‘blooming hot’ weatherwise. Members and friends found Dumfries House fascinating with so many different things to see and take in. Refreshments were enjoyed in the café.

The business of the evening was then carried out. Betty Peacock gave a full and informative report from the Stewartry Federation meeting held on 4th September 2023. She explained that the ‘Stewartry News’ newsletter has been started again and aims to reach all members whether on or off line. Betty also gave notice of a range of events taking place over this session and next.

Lavinia kindly judged the competitions. The results were:

• Cordial – 1. Susie Seed.

• Cheese scones – 1. Susie Seed 2. Dorothy Faulds 3. Betty Peacock.

• Flower of the Month – 1. Nancy White 2. Susie Seed 3. Dorothy Faulds.

All members and friends then got crafty. Everyone made an individual gift box from paper. Lots of folding was required and only four small scissor cuts. The results were very attractive.

Jennifer Harvie with helpers provided very welcome and tasty refreshments. Dorothy then brought the meeting to a close with the drawing of the raffle and thanks to all participants. It was deemed to be a successful and enjoyable meeting.