‘Diversity’ is a buzz word these days used in many contexts. And it certainly can be used to describe the activities available to members of WeyBay at the moment. Have a look at Sandra Jones’ report in the News pages of her trip to Northumberland with the Dorset Federation. What a wonderful opportunity to do something different and something that you might not be able to do as an individual. A group from WeyBay has been invited to Boots the Chemist for a skin care evening, a visit to Dorchester Prison, and a trip organised to visit the Coastwatch station at Portland Bill with the chance to look through their powerful telescopes, The Black Dog at Broadmayne announced as the venue for the next lunch club, the annual bike ride to look forward to – details in the Things to Do pages - and, as well, the regular walking group and book clubs (Fishnets Book club have just posted a review of their current reads and recommendations in the Things to Do pages). On top of these, there are the monthly meetings. Last month Caroline Cousins amused members with her stories of her years as a driving instructor, this month is Bonny Sartin from the fabulous Dorset folk band The Yetties and next month is a visit from the Dorset Air Ambulance. Add to that a trip to Ascot for Ladies Day and a literary talk at Athelhampton House organised by the Doret Federation. Something for everyone. Well done to all those organising the groups and activities.
Photo: Lindisfarne - the castle on Holy Island
The WeyBay venue is a perfect place to hold a painting class in chilly January. Twelve ladies attended and had a very productive and creative morning. There was no need to have any previous experience of painting. Like all WeyBay events, it was an enjoyable way to meet with friends as well as learning something new. The morning was run by talented local artist and member Julia Hawker, and we hope to run another art activity later in the year.
Christmas celebrations in 2022. WeyBay WI had a very successful evening dinner at The Avenue in Weymouth College which is run completely by the catering students, and a party night in their usual venue of the Angling Club and look forward to a busy 2023 of meetings and other events. Check the gallery pages for more photos.
REMEMBERING QUEEN ELIZABETH 11
The Queen was a member of Sandringham WI as was her mother before her. NFWI Chair Ann Jones statement on the WI website refers to her as ‘long standing and passionate member of the WI’. WI members can sign a condolence book on the NFWI website.
To celebrate the 100-year centenary of the WI a few members from each WI were invited to Buckingham Palace for the Garden Party. Three founding members of WeyBay were thrilled to be invited to join the throng to represent WeyBay in London. Also, in that year 2015 the AGM of the WI was held in the Albert Hall and The Queen and Sophie Countess of Wessex attended. A special cake was made, and the Queen invited to cut it. The knife stuck; the cake was so dense! The Queen and Sophie were very amused, you could tell as the pair giggled what a good sense of humour the Queen had and that there was a special bond between the Queen and the Countess. Sandra Jones was a steward at the centenary AGM and Anne O’Neill attended as the representative of the group of Wi’s to vote on the resolution. Other WeyBay members watched a screening live at Cineworld in Weymouth.
Our hearts and thoughts go to His Majesty King Charles and the Royal Family on the sad loss our beloved Queen, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
ANNIVERSARY ALBUM
The celebrations for the ten-year anniversary of WeyBay WI in April 2020 were suddenly and very disappointingly put on hold (it is still hoped to have some celebrations in 2021) but it was decided to put together the memories of the first ten years into a photo book. What a lot of memories and a lot of work to put them together into a coherent format to reflect the diverse activities, and the fun that everyone had. The photo book is now published and will be available to see when the WI is able to have its next meeting. But reminiscing over the past years has reminded us again of how important WeyBay has become for so many members and the certainly that it will continue to provide this support to members again as we come out of the pandemic.
Photo shows the original poster in March 2010 inviting everyone to come to the first meeting and a memory of the first venue at The Clipper in St Thomas St.
PRIVACY NOTICE
Your privacy is important to WeyBay WI. This privacy notice provides information about the personal information that we collect and the ways in which we use it.
When do we collect personal information about you?
We will collect personal information from you when you join or communicate with us by any means.
What happens to your personal information?
a. Contact details will be input into the NFWI Members Communication System (MCS) which is password protected.
b. We will also hold details of current members for administration and communication purposes.
c. For non members we will only capture the minimum amount of information that we need in relation to your visit or enquiry.
Who will hold the information?
Information will be held securely by designated person/s, usually an Officer, who requires it for administration purposes. Electronic files will be password protected and paper copies will be held securely.
How do we use your personal information?
There are legitimate reasons to hold personal information for running the WI, to comply with legal obligations or to carry out a contract to which you are a party. For any other purposes we will request your consent.
Do we share your personal information?
We will not sell, rent or lease your personal details to a third party but reserve the right to disclose personal information for legal or regulatory obligations or proceedings and for auditing purposes.
How long do we keep your personal information?
We will erase your personal information immediately when you cease to be a member, hold office, your enquiry is complete or you wish to withdraw your consent, other than for that held for administrative and financial purposes.
What are your personal rights?
You are entitled to ask us to see your personal information, correct it or have it deleted. You have the right to be forgotten. You can also ask us to restrict how we use it.
What about personal details on websites?
We will not use your personal information on our website or within any form of social media, without your consent, but we will not be responsible for the privacy practices of the the web or content of linked websites.
Who do I contact about personal information that has been collected?
Firstly contact our WI Secretary and/or DFWI Federation Secretary about your concern. If they cannot resolve it you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commission’s Office at www.ico.org.uk/concerns
Our contact email: reception-dfwi@uwclub.net