2024 Events, 2023 Events 21/04/26 Supper with TWAM talk. After a good supper, Ian and Sarah Sellars gave a comprehensive talk describing the aims, operations and achievements of TWAM; (Tools with a mission) Based in Ipswich the Christian charity has several hundred volunteers across the country who collect and renovate unwanted tools. After packaging into complete sets of tools for various trades and home activities they are distributed to individuals in South Africa and here giving them the opportunity develop a livelihood. Ian and Sarah went home with a boot full of tools and later cleared all the tools from Sally's mother's garage. The charity also welcomes cash and  valuables for sell to finance shipping costs. Read More: https://twam.co.uk 14/03/26 Si Sheffield- 98th Charter Lunch At the 98th Charter Lunch our members enjoyed socialising with attendees from other Soroptimist branches and our guests; the Mayor,

2024 Meetings, 2023 Meetings The monthly meeting covers all aspects of managing the club and it's activities. After a summary of the past month's activities each committee member or group leader reports on the progress and plans for their individual area. The meeting also acts as a venue for updates from our supported charities, club occasions e.g. presentation of awards to winners of the children's poster competition, talks by members, welcome of new members etc. 27/04/26 AGM, Much to celebrate A very special AGM,  in addition to the yearly reports Sheila and Toni were each presented with a certificate and plant to celebrate their 50 years of membership. Daphne passed the President's Regalia to Gail, who will share the position with Sally. Sue passed the Previous President chain to Daphne.  while Hilary received the President Elect Regalia. Everyone was delighted to sing Happy Birthday to Sheila who

29/04/26 Buns, Jewellery and Cosmetics sale at KES. This bun sale was the last function involving this year's 'Share Our Skills'  girls from King Edward's. An early surge of customers left the food section effectively sold-out. Although the other items were not as successful a short ice-cream campaign  brought the takings to £255.50 for 'Mums in Need' 24/04/26 Orange Café at Waitrose.  Daphne, Hilary, Sue and Wendy manned the information table at Waitrose. 21/04/26 Supper with TWAM talk. After a good supper, Ian and Sarah Sellars gave a comprehensive talk describing the aims, operations and achievements of TWAM; (Tools with a mission) Based in Ipswich the Christian charity has several hundred volunteers across the country who collect and renovate unwanted tools. After packaging into complete sets of tools for various trades and home activities they are distributed to individuals in South Africa and here giving

Our first Orange the World event took place on July 25th at Waitrose café. A global campaign supported by the UN Orange the World seeks to eliminate violence against women. Orange day, November 25th, the first day of the annual 16 days of activism against gender based violence, is designated as International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The 16 days end on December 10th, Human Rights Day Please wear or display something Orange on November 25th to demonstrate support. 24/04/26 Orange Café at Waitrose.  Daphne, Hilary, Sue and Wendy manned the information table at Waitrose. 07/03/26 International Women's Day. Sheffield Rock Choir enlivened Sheffield Winter Gardens to raise awareness of Women's International Day.  SI Sheffield's stall distributed publicity leaflets aimed at raising awareness of violence against women. King Edward's School (Share Our Skills) girls joined our members manning our stall. Thanks to

29/04/26 Buns, Jewellery and Cosmetics sale at KES. This bun sale was the last function involving this year's 'Share Our Skills'  girls from King Edward's. An early surge of customers left the food section effectively sold-out. Although the other items were not as successful a short ice-cream campaign  brought the takings to £255.50 for 'Mums in Need' 26/03/26 Wendy's Coffee Morning with Orange Café. Wendy kindly hosted a fund-raising Coffee Morning combined with March Orange Café. Good food, pleasant company: result £274.00 raised. Thank you Jackie for your tree and especially  Wendy for such a successful event. 03/12/25 'Bun Sale' at King Edwards School 'Share our Skills' girls came out in force. They provided a large selection of cakes, biscuits etc. set up the stall with both enthusiasm  and efficiency. Daphne and co. were left with little to do. £254.85 was raises for 'Mums in

15/08/24 Si Yorkshire President at Winn Gardens SI Yorkshire President Susie visited Winn Gardens Food Bank where she met not only met staff and residents but also helped sort donations. 23/11/23 Post Conference Party Post Conference Party to welcome Yorkshire President Susie Hilary and Daphne enjoyed the Post Conference Party that welcomed Susie, Yorkshire's President and also celebrated Thelma's birthday. 15/10/23 @ Halifax's Charter Lunch Party Seven of our members joined SI Halifax and District at their 90th Charter Lunch held in the grand Masonic Hall. 30/09/23 @ Hallamshire's Charter Lunch Members enjoyed SI Hallamshire's Charter lunch at Tapton. 09/09/23 Boat trip on Chesterfield canal Everyone enjoyed the boat trip on Chesterfield canal which raised £138 for Mums in Need. The weather was fine; comments ranged through interesting, fun, relaxing and informative. Thanks to President Sue for organising it and her husband who captained the