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Supper at Oscars 25 June

Supper at Oscars 25 June

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A lovely warm evening with al fresco supper Members enjoyed an al fresco supper at Oscars in Cartmel, relaxing on a warm summer evening. Being a Soroptimist is fun and we have times when we  are relaxing , although we  do spend a lot of our time  together working to improve the lives of women and girls worldwide. If you want to find out more or would like to join us please dont hesitate to CONTACT US
Walk up Brunt Knott June 12th

Walk up Brunt Knott June 12th

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At the Brunt Knott trig point 427 m On June 12th members of the walking group plus partners enjoyed a lovely walk up Brunt Knott from Staveley. The views from the top were extensive  from Morecambe Bay to the Langdale Pikes and Kentmere fells. There were beautiful meadows of wild flowers, so it was a great way to enjoy the countryside and each others company.  We were blessed with lovely weather particularly in the afternoon and  enjoyed  tea outside  at Wilf's cafe afterwards. If you are interested in finding out more or wish to join our Club please don't hesitate to CONTACT US
Walk at Grizedale April 3rd 2024

Walk at Grizedale April 3rd 2024

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Very wet with Meridian Owl by Zoe de L'isle Whiittier 9 members and partners enjoyed a walk from Grizedale to Satterthwaite and Rusland  and returning via Force Falls. The weather was appalling with constant rain but this dd not dampen our spirits and  we had a sociable and interesting walk, enjoying the lovely woods, sculptures, history ( bobbin mills and Arthur Ransomes grave at Rusland church) If you are interested in finding out more about our Club please CONTACT US
Swimathon for ShelterBox 16 March 2024

Swimathon for ShelterBox 16 March 2024

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Swimathon team ready for action! We swam in the Swimathon in Kendal  raising funds for ShelterBox. We  had fun and achieved 112 lengths  swimming in a relay for 55 minutes, raising £557 which with Gift Aid will exceed £600. Afterwards we enjoyed a delicious meal at the home of Club member Sheila. ShelterBox provides vital tools and shelter for families in disaster areas worldwide. Women and children are disproprtionately affected by disasters and we therefore like to support ShelterBox every year. ShelterBox are heavily involved in Gaza and their stocks are very depleted so our donation will help to support families. Club members have swum in the Swimathon  for 38 years and raised funds for ShelterBox sice 2009. The total raised at the Swimathon this year by all teams was £7328 (will be more with Gift Aid) If you want to find out more about
Burns Night 27 January 2024

Burns Night 27 January 2024

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The Address to a Haggis 49 members and guests enjoyed a traditional Burns Supper. Ewen Cameron piped in the haggis and then recited the Address to a Haggis.  Everyone then  tucked into  haggis, neeps and tatties with a wee dram of whisky followed by delicious cranachan. We were delighted that  lots of locals attended to make the evening such a success. After supper were the traditional speeches with The Immortal Memory by Mike Gibbons, who talked about the lyricism of Burns poetry and also included Mozart who was born  around the same time as Burns. Paul Harraway  then  proposed The Toast to the Lassies and Mary Ann Harris replied with good hearted banter.. The evening rounded off rolling pounds  to win a bottle of whisky , and then  singing some traditional Scottish  songs, ending of course with Auld Lang Syne! The Rev Penny Driver  gave
What did Grange Soroptimists do to help needy families at Christmas?

What did Grange Soroptimists do to help needy families at Christmas?

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Members donated and  packed 40 Christmas hampers for needy families, and these were distributed  by  the staff of  Barrow Women’s Centre in the run up to Christmas. It was quite an undertaking  purchasing all the items required but well worthwhile. Lots  of members were involved  fundraising, purchasing items, collecting donations, covering boxes and then packing the hampers The Club was really grateful  to pupils of Kirkbie Kendal school, Kath Horsfall for the eggs and Fletchers for their help providing boxes. If you are interested in finding out more or would like to join the Club please CONTACT US.
Grange Soroptimists Clothes Swap – Dec 1st – fighting “Fast Fashion”

Grange Soroptimists Clothes Swap – Dec 1st – fighting “Fast Fashion”

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Grange Soroptimists are fighting Climate change by  highlighting the problems of " Fast Fashion". We held a very successful Clothes Swap on December 1st in Cartmel Village Hall.  Guests paid £5 and brought along at least one item of clothing they wished to swap and had a glass of fizz and a fun evening choosing from an array of good quality " new to them" clothes.  Over 50 people attended and had a fun  evening and helped the climate by recucling clothes. Clothes left over went to Barrow women's Centre and CancerCare  charity shop. The textile industry  creates more carbon emissions than aviation and shipping combined and Fast Fashion is the main driver of this. For more facts about the  deleterious effects of the Fashion industry see Oxfams Shocking facts
Flower Demonstration by Joan Bentley Nov 19th 2023

Flower Demonstration by Joan Bentley Nov 19th 2023

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Over 90 members and guests enjoyed a “ Deck the Halls”  flower arranging afternoon with Joan Bentley  with humour, stunning arrangements and lots of ideas and tips for our Christmas decorations. 10 lucky raffle prize winners took home beautiful arrangements. Around £500 was raised for our  local and international charities and projects including Barrow Women's Centre. A big thank you to Joan and  everyone who turned out on a very dismal Sunday afternoon to support the event. A good time including excellent tea and cake was enjoyed by all. If you want to find out more  about our work or would like to join us please CONTACT US.
What are Grange Soroptimists doing for the Environment?

What are Grange Soroptimists doing for the Environment?

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On 25th October  Grange Soroptimists  replanted  a Paul's Crimson Hawthorn  tree which had been vandalised.  We originally planted in a tree in  2021  and placed a plaque near the library to mark  the Centenary of Soroptimist International.  A Paul's Crimson Hawthorn tree  was chosen primarily because hawthorns are excellent, if not the best species for carbon capture. Secondly it will provide all year round interest from the deep pink blossom in May and the red haws and yellow leaves in Autumn/ wintertime. This was part of the Soroptimists involvement in tree planting to  fight climate change #PlantTrees. See the SIGBI Website for information about other Clubs tree planting and  SIGBI tree planting map  Pictured are some of the Soroptimists plus Alan Geddes  who planted it for us and Mike Halsall ( Grange Shed)  who  kindly installed the guard to protect the tree and the plaque.