Sheffield Soroptimists were given an extremely illuminating talk by Elaine Harrison, a volunteer from Hardwick Hall. She described knowledgeably what Elizabethan ladies of aristocratic backgrounds, would have worn and the reasons behind the fashion traits. Elaine is also a skilled embroider … Continued
Club news
Autumn Fashion Show
SI Sheffield held a fashion show in aid of their annual charities, successfully raising £1200. It was held in the Forge shopping centre at Dronfield, just to the south of Sheffield and was generously organised by the owner of Chi-Chi’s … Continued
Tea in the Garden 2011
SI Sheffield held its annual “Tea in the Garden” on September 3rd 2011. This has been held every year for more than ten years now at the home of Mary Jones, a long-standing member who joined in 1964. Her garden … Continued
Sheaf Domestic Abuse Project supported by Sheffield Soroptimists
The club made a recent donation to Donna Dero of the Sheaf Domestic Abuse Project which offers emotional, therapeutic and practical support to anyone who is suffering, or who has suffered domestic abuse. The cheque for £1150 was presented by former Club President … Continued
Madam President at the Masked Ball
An Evening of Opera
An excellent evening’s entertainment took place on Friday 12 November, in aid of three local charities – the Cavendish Cancer Care, Sheffield Neurocare and Sheaf Domestic Abuse Services, hosted by President Alison Tupman for Soroptimist International of Sheffield. Over £2000 … Continued
Music for a Summer’s Evening
Sheffield SI enjoyed a delightful early evening’s entertainment provided by a madrigal group containing eight voices in harmony, Sunday September 12. Also participating as one of the singers was none other than our own current President, Alison Tupman, who had … Continued
Summer Tea in the Garden
SI Sheffield held its annual “Tea in the Garden” on August 21st 2010. This is held every year at the home of Mary Jones, a long-standing member who joined in 1964. Thanks to her generous hospitality, a truly lovely garden, … Continued
Sheffield Soroptimists celebrate supported by Local Dignitaries
The Sheffield branch of Soroptimists held their annual Charter dinner at the Copthorne Hotel in Sheffield on March 20th. Members were honoured with the attendance of the President of SIGBI Jackie Mosedale, the Lord Mayor of the City of … Continued
The History Wardrobe
An event organised by Soroptimist International Sheffield, was held Friday 13 November, at Totley Golf club for over 100 people. In aid of Breast Cancer, it successfully raised almost £1000. A presentation was given by The History Wardrobe – … Continued