INTEREST AND LEISURE CLUB: On February 9 in the Royal British Legion Club vice-chairman David Cham opened the meeting by asking members to stand for a minute's silence in memory of the following members: Mrs Ward (vice-chairwoman in the early days of the club), Mrs D Scarsbrook, Mrs Sybil Hopes, Mrs Mary Brooks, Mrs Pye and Miss Dot Cooper. All enthusiastic members who will be much missed.

After the business was completed the secretary introduced Margaret Harding who entertained members with songs and rhymes all of which she had written herself. Some sad, some very amusing, and she kept the attention of the audience very well.

She very generously donates all the proceeds of her shows to the haematology research fund (based in Oxford) at the John Radcliffe Hospital, and has raised more than £10,000 so far. A great effort. She herself has had a life threatening illness so very much appreciates the great need for this money.

Cliff Bradley gave a warm vote of thanks on behalf of members and the meeting closed.

FLOWER CLUB: Held their AGM at Broadwell Village Hall on January 27. Mrs Pat Jacques was re-elected as chairman along with her committee.

The competition where have all the flowers gone. Novice cup went to June Spencen. Joint winners of the experience class Nadine Dickinson and Sandy Flack will share the cup.

Ending the evening with a beetle drive which was enjoyed by all.

Next meeting will be on February 24 at 7.30pm. The demonstrator is Mrs Carolyn Gordon-Smith her title Illusion of Time. Visitors and new members are most welcome.