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At the final meeting of her year, President Yvonne carried out two particularly enjoyable tasks. Firstly, she added a new name to SI Crosby’s roll. “I am delighted to welcome Pauline Horner to our Club. I am confident that she … Continued

The 2013 Annual General Meeting of Soroptimist International of Crosby once again included the Change of Insignia Ceremony. Outgoing President Yvonne Atkinson thanked members for the privilege of being President for the year; she recounted many memorable events and thanked … Continued

Bird seed, lime marmalade, body polish, kitchen utensils and fruit cake all featured in SI Crosby’s ‘pie and pound’ evening. The event was held to raise funds for the Club’s forthcoming Friendship Weekend. Members brought along mystery parcels weighing one … Continued

President Yvonne Atkinson and members of SI Crosby were delighted to entertain friends, family and fellow Soroptimists at their Annual Dinner. After welcoming her guests to the West Lancashire Golf Club, President Yvonne outlined her connections with Pakistan, including her … Continued

A container-full of donated goods for a hospice in Honduras arrived safe and sound in time for Christmas. Members of SI Crosby had carried out a huge amount of administration for the project on behalf of St Joseph’s Hospice (Jospice). … Continued

Yvonne Atkinson, President of SI Crosby, has made an emotional return visit to Pakistan – 34 years on. A newly-qualified midwife in the 1970s, Yvonne worked in the Memorial Christian Hospital in Sialkot, Pakistan, as Midwifery Tutor for two years … Continued

 A Crosby Soroptimist celebrated her wedding with family, friends – and members of her Club. Val Dale married Brian Dunning in the impressive surroundings of St George’s Hall in Liverpool, and hosted a reception at the West Lancashire Golf Club. … Continued

Crosby’s Soroptimists had a busy few weeks of service and fundraising in the run-up to Christmas. Several members helped at the annual Light Up A Life service at St Joseph’s Hospice (Jospice). Based in the marquee, the Soroptimists needed to … Continued

Soroptimist International of Crosby now has a new member. President Yvonne Atkinson warmly welcomed Pat Worth, and presented her with her badge and member’s pack. Pat, a hair stylist all her working life, came to a few meetings with Club … Continued

The Backpack Project, run by the charity Mary’s Meals, has once again featured in Crosby Soroptimists’ pre-Christmas programme. The Backpack Project is very straightforward – fill a backpack with a selection of items for a child. Thousands of poor families … Continued