Soroptimist Runcorn/Frodsham at the Eisteddfod
International Eisteddfod 2022 – Thursday 7th July until Sunday 10th July Each year Soroptimists from Clubs throughout the Region enjoy running the Friendship and Information Centre at the prestigious Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod. This year is the 75th Anniversary of the Eisteddfod which dates back to 1947, when the first event was held in this little Welsh town. The concept was the promotion of peace following the second World War. Today musicians and dancers come to Llangollen from all over the world to participate in the various competitions. The Region sponsors a Young peoples Choir each year, this year – The Choir of E.Mikeladze Central Music School’ from Georgia. We were all absolutely delighted when “Our Choir” came third, they were wonderful and received a fabulous adjudication”. Runcorn/Frodsham members at the Soroptimist Tent Four members from the club manned the tent on DAY 2. Report written by
Club Summer Outing
Afternoon Tea at the Bluebell Cafe Soroptimist members of Runcorn/Frodsham club decided for their summer outing to have Afternoon Tea at ‘The Bluebell Café’, Barrowmore. Barrowmore is set within 84 acres of parklands and offers Parkland Walks to appreciate and enjoy This unique licensed cafe was established in 2013 as part of the Barrowmore Limited charity who support vulnerable adults. They believe in homemade food cooked fresh from quality ingredients locally sourced where possible and picked from their vegetable garden, whilst delivering a lovely experience in a wonderful setting. Members enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea, great company and beautiful surroundings. Thanks to Pat Mercer for organising the event.
Fairtrade picnic
Fairtrade and Local Produce – From Farm to Table The first event in our new club year 2022/23 was our Fairtrade picnic at the Arts Centre in Castle Park, Frodsham. This was a super event enjoyed by all who attended. We were really pleased to welcome Region Vice President and PA Officer Gillie O’Rourke to our club. All members were asked to bring a ‘Picnic Tea’ which included Fairtrade and local produce, and many interesting items were used – Fairtrade quinoa, almonds and dried fruit along with much loved favourite bananas and chocolate. Last year we had worked on a project to improve Food Supply Chains, ensuring they were free from exploitation and trafficking – our findings encouraged us to buy Fairtrade and locally grown products. We produced a Calendar of Local and Seasonal Produce – Cheshire local produce is bountiful at the moment and we enjoyed
Celebrating our Charter
International Women’s Day
Walk & Talk with Unlock Runcorn
Annual Quiz Night Raises Funds for Projects and Charities
Region Grand Raffle
Region Grand Raffle Club member Karen Webb wins First Prize Club members purchased all their allotted raffle tickets for Mental Health Projects to be chosen by Region clubs. The Grand Draw took place on the conference day. There were many fabulous prizes and Runcorn/Frodsham club members took home an amazing eight prizes, including first prize, a beautiful collage won by Karen Webb.Regi
100 for 100 – We Did It!
In 2021 we celebrated Soroptimist Centenary. The club challenged itself to make 100 mastectomy cushions too celebrate 100 years. The cushions were donated to Halton Hospital Runcorn and the Countess of Chester Hospitals, Chester. Women who have been through the trauma of breast surgery, both mastectomy and lumpectomy, will find comfort in the cushion. It has a strap that can be draped over the shoulder to protect the sensitive area of the breast and under the arm. Use the pillow to: Keep the arm off the wound immediately after surgery Tuck under your arm to support you while sleeping Protect you from the pressure of a seat belt Wear under a jacket or blouse when shopping to protect against bumps from elbows and handbag If you don’t want to use it for any of the above, it makes a lovely neck pillow when you travel.