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2.4.24 Annual General Meeting
President Marianne welcomed Lesley Hall as a new member to the club having been introduced by Mavis who would continue to mentor Lesley as a member. President Marianne shared with club members: “I set out this time last year that my key theme for the year would be how to support our existing members – friendship, kindness, inclusion – the membership & wellbeing committee led by Julie would be central to this – and my did she deliver! Cards, telephone calls, little chats…..I have certainly felt the warmth and support at our meetings and its true to say I’ve had many a hug! I hope you’ve enjoyed our programme of speakers this year – again we tried something different – reducing to one business meeting has given us an opportunity to slot in extra contacts – orange café every month – although a serious message