Mike Naylor of Stockton Borough Council gave us a very interesting and entertaining talk about the new recycling arrangements.

At our January meeting we presented Sue Willoughby with ten bags containing clothing, toiletries and various craft items. Sue Willoughby is Head of Services Unity at A Way Out, a local charity supporting vulnerable women and families.

Member Julie delivered two bags of socks, hats, scarves and some warm clothing to Nitelight CIC, a charity which supports homeless and vulnerable people in Stockton.

Julie and Joyce met with Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner Matt Storey.We have  received a grant of £3900 towards the cost of putting together emergency ‘grab bags’ for victims of trafficking and modern slavery.

November 24th marked the start of 16 days of action against domestic violence. Stockton Town Hall has been lit up with orange. Our member, Val, has kindly made orange roses for members to wear during this period.

Sue and Liz delivered two trolleys full of non perishable food items, toiletries and cleaning products to the Billingham and Stockton Food Bank.

Sue and Liz visited Teesside Vineyard church to drop off items for Grow Baby baby bank. Items included nappies, wipes, toys, a push chair and a stair gate.

Liz Wood introduced Ann Greenhalgh as a new member. She then welcomed Suzanne Fletcher who gave us a very interesting talk about a gentleman called Brass Crosby. Brass Crosby was born in Stockton and became Lord Mayor of London in the eighteenth century.

  Sue delivering items of clothing to the Purple Rose Friday drop-in. Items are gifted by members and friends.  

North Tees Hospital A & E asked us to help with providing socks for patients who need them on admission, discharge or sometimes without being admitted. Club members brought socks to the September meeting and Val Tait delivered 201 pairs to the hospital.