President Lesley’s Message

A lot of things have happened that the web master has omitted to report on this site!!  Last month’s meeting took place at a new venue that we are trying out – The Bowling Green Pub in Lichfield centre – their training room is well equipped and comfortable.  We had speakers from Pathway Women’s Refuge who gave some insights into the circumstances that drive mothers to leave home with their children.  The Lichfield Refuge is a 24 hour high security provision and they need volunteers for the helpline.  Full training is given and even a couple of hours a week would be a great help to them.

Five members of Lichfield Club attended the region meeting at Walsall.  The morning included a presentation about forced marriages as well as consideration of the ten year project that will start when Project SIerra finishes next year.  The theme will be Leadership and Education – two areas that are addressed by all Clubs throughout the world.

Young Carers have benefited from our fundraising efforts – a number of them had a day at the seaside with transport, food and fun provided.  For some youngsters, this is the only ‘holiday’ they have.

Planning is underway for the Handbag Auction (2nd October) and the Christmas Fayre (20th November).   Please come along and support us.  Ring 01827 383172 for information on these events.

From the photo you can see that we are welcoming to all – from this planet or any other!!  We are at our new venue from 7.30pm on the second Wednesday of October and November.  Parking is ample and free after 6pm so come along and have a chat to us!  Remember though that we are a women’s organisation so all those chaps who wondered about us when we were last there…..