Bournemouth soroptimists and their supporters turned out on a very wet evening recently to try their hand at playing skittles at the Hamworthy Sports and Social Club. It was a very sociable event with many competitive spirits fighting for the … Continued
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CELEBRATIONS FOR LONG SERVICE!
President Catherine was delighted to present two members with long service awards recently. Pam Baker has been a member of Soroptimist International of Bournemouth for 40 years and Sylvia Fox for 30 years. Members thanked and congratulated them on … Continued
Congratulations Honorary Alderman Bob Chapman
Soroptimist International of Bournemouth supporter Bob Chapman was, on 26 February 2019, admitted to be an Honorary Freeman of the Borough of Bournemouth as the highest mark of esteem and honour that the Council can bestow in recognition of the … Continued
All Change and C.L.A.N.G.E.R.S………no not the dropping kind or those whistling on a blue planet far, far away!
SI Bournemouth members welcomed their new President, Catherine Beal, at the recent Annual General Meeting held at the West Hants Tennis Club. It was a busy meeting of ‘congratulations’ and ‘thank you’s’ to the many members who work as … Continued
REASONS TO BE A DEDICATED SOROPTIMIST!
At SI Bournemouth’s February meeting President Catherine presented member, Jenny Carter, with a certificate to commemorate her very lengthy service of 35 years to SI Bournemouth. Jenny emphasized that her commitment was determined by the amazing good works … Continued
UNITY IN A VISION…………AND FOOD!
Sayma Ahmed and Rita Satti were welcomed to the first meeting of 2019 to inform members about their voluntary community organisation ‘Unity in Vision’ based in Bournemouth. Sayma gave a very humorous history of her life in the UK since … Continued
CHRISTMAS PARTY FUN & FUND RAISING
Bournemouth Soroptimists and their guests celebrated the festive season with a traditional Turkey dinner and trimmings at West Hants Club. A raffle raised a three figure sum for charities which are currently supported by the club. … Continued
80th Anniversary & Queens Award Celebrations – Making Memories
Some photos of our Very Special Celebrations……………………….
NEW YEAR, NEW MEMBER!
New Year! New member! President Shirley welcomed new member Alison Davis into the Bournemouth club family at their January meeting. Alison brings her experience of being a Justice of the Peace and a Counsellor and is keen to get involved … Continued
Party! Party! Party!
Members and guests enjoying our Christmas party at the end of a successful year of fundraising for our projects, volunteering in the local community, lobbying on the issues we are passionate about and welcoming brand new members. Here’s to an … Continued