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Burns Night raising funds for Springfield Women’s Refuge

Burns Night raising funds for Springfield Women’s Refuge

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Members organised a Burns Night on Zoom inviting  Soroptimists from NW Region and beyond including 2 members of SI Braunschweig in Germany, including their President Brigitte. Ewen Cameron piped in the haggis and then recited the Address to the Haggis from memory , which was most impressive. Rebecca Bilkau educated and entertained us with the Immortal Memory, rounding off with husband Michael singing   A Man's a Man for a' that  in German! Richard Grout proposed the Toast to the Lassies and Gill Bitcon Replied on behalf of the lassies, both poking gentle fun at the opposite sex. The evening rounded off with a quiz and some singing ably led by Janice including Auld Lang Syne. A good time was had by all, with help from a wee dram. The vote of thanks  was by Regional President Val Thomas  who thanked  everyone for their contribution
What are Grange Soroptimists doing to help families at Christmas?

What are Grange Soroptimists doing to help families at Christmas?

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Eight members organised and packed  53 food hampers for  distribution by Barrow Women’s Centre as part of their help for families at Christmas.  Club members made donations and we were grateful to Kirkbie Kendal School for donations of food and gifts. It was a big task but most rewarding to see lovely hampers ready for distribution. Starting to pack!
What are Grange Soroptimists doing to mark Human Right’s Day Dec 10th ?

What are Grange Soroptimists doing to mark Human Right’s Day Dec 10th ?

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Ten members took part in letter writing as part of the Write for Rights campaign organised by Amnesty International. Members wrote letters of solidarity to  women and girl victims of  Human Rights abuses and letters to officials appealing for action. A total of 73  letters were written  and  we also wrote  E mails and Social Media posts. Dec 10th is the  anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights which set out, for the first time, fundamental human rights to be universally protected. It has been translated into 500 languages and is the most translated document in the world.
What are Grange Soroptimists doing to mark UN Day for Elimination of Violence against Women – Nov 25th ?

What are Grange Soroptimists doing to mark UN Day for Elimination of Violence against Women – Nov 25th ?

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Soroptimists call for a collective global effort on International Day of Elimination of Violence Against Women. A Shadow Pandemic of domestic violence is growing and we need to stem the tide. End violence against women NOW! Grange Soroptimists stand up for women and girls and also provide practical support to Barrow Women’s Centre and Springfield Refuge who support women who have suffered domestic violence. Club members all wore orange to their November meeting to show their support for women suffering violence worldwide. SI Grange Orange the World in solidarity with women across the world
Walk from Elterwater to Langdale

Walk from Elterwater to Langdale

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In Langdale valley Five members enjoyed a  round walk from Elterwater up the Langdale valley to Stickle Barn on 17th November. The weather was varied with glimpses of sun and a few small showers. The views and  autumn colours were magnificent and we spotted various fungi.  It was a great way to chat and enjoy exercise and friendship. The walk rounded off with refreshment at the Britannia Inn.
What are Grange Soroptimists doing to help Barrow Women’s Centre?

What are Grange Soroptimists doing to help Barrow Women’s Centre?

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Soroptimists and staff at Women's Centre Following a public appeal by the Club items were collected for Barrow Women's Centre on Sunday 7 November. The public response was brilliant,  and nine full to bursting car loads of items including clothes, shoes, lamps, kettles and toiletries were delivered  to Barrow. The staff at the Centre were delighted with the items. Twelve members were involved in the sorting and transport of the items which was hard work but good fun! If you are interested in finding out more about our work or joining us please CONTACT US. We would be delighted to hear from you.
GOLD and Oustanding awards for Grange Soroptimists

GOLD and Oustanding awards for Grange Soroptimists

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Our Soroptimist Sensory Garden group has won 2 awards from the RHS and Cumbria in Bloom. The Sensory Garden was classed as outstanding and we received a GOLD award for biodiversity.  Janet Maden from Cumbria in Bloom congratulated the members as she handed over the certificates in glorious sunshine. Along with appreciative comments from visitors, its great to have our hard work recognised! The group were particularly pleased to receive the biodiversity award and already had plans in place for a hedgehog house! Surprise Delight RHS and Cumbria in Bloom award
Walk from Askham across Moor Divock to Cockpit Stone Circle October 13

Walk from Askham across Moor Divock to Cockpit Stone Circle October 13

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Overlooking Ullswater 7 members of the walking group enjoyed a 6.5mile  walk from Askham across Moor Divock  to the  bronze age Cockpit stone circle and The Cop Stone. There were beautiful views down to Ullswater and over to Blencathra with an atmospheric mist on the peaks at times! The walk rounded off with a sociable coffee at Askham stores At the Cop Stone , Moor Divock