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SUMMARY:Advanced Tunisian Crochet with Michele Turner at WI Centre - CCC
DESCRIPTION:For those who have already learned the basics of Tunisian crochet you will be crocheting a hat in the round. \nMaterials included. \nTo book your place go to: ticketsource.co.UK/fewi (there is NO booking fee when booking online) or call \n0333 666 3366 (booking line open M-F 9-5 pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/advanced-tunisian-crochet-with-michele-turner-at-wi-centre-ccc/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210929T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210901T110717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T111803Z
UID:6654-1632945600-1632949200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:A Village Headmaster with Dr John Ridley on Zoom - A&L
DESCRIPTION:John’s talk ‘A Village Headmaster’ is set against a backdrop of rapid and unrelenting educational change following the 1988 Education Reform Act. The establishment of Ofsted\, the National Curriculum and compulsory testing for primary school children\, redefined what was expected of teachers. Even with these pressures village primary schools continued to nurture their pupils and provided first class education which allowed children to grow and yet retain their individuality. John spent twenty-one years in a small village primary school and\, through his stories\, told with gentle humour\, takes us through his experiences as a village headmaster. In his first term as head\, and on the day of his first parents’ meeting\, he discovered that the father of two of his pupils was not only an HMI but also Ofsted’s senior staff inspector! John tells of early pioneering links with city schools in Birmingham and Newcastle\, working with and firing clay\, making a BBC TV programme for schools\, his love of outdoor education\, the murder of Saint Alkelda\, the legend of the Phantom Bagpiper of Great Fryup Dale and\, of course\, the amazing things that children say! \n\nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/a-village-headmaster-with-dr-john-ridley-on-zoom-al/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210922T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20201121T155225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T111658Z
UID:6257-1632304800-1632304800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Splash and Stitch with Pam Jermy at the WI Centre
DESCRIPTION:This is your opportunity to learn and develop two different skills with this exciting workshop completed over 2 sessions. In the first session you will be painting a scene on fabric  which you will embellish with silks and metallic thread in the second session. The workshop will be lead by Pam Jermy  and all your materials are included in the cost.  \nYou do not need to have any prior skills to do the painting on fabric and only basic embroidery stitches will be used when stitching\, but these can be learnt at the workshop. \nThese 2 morning sessions will cost £32 including all the materials you need\, so why not book to splash and stitch your own unique piece of artwork?   \n\nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies) \n\n  \n 
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/splash-stitch-pam-jermy-wi-centre/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210901T112205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T112205Z
UID:6658-1632132000-1632142800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Treasurers Training Day for new or inexperienced treasurers at WI Centre
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new treasurer for your WI?   Or have you been doing it for a while but are still unsure about things?  This is the event for you! Come along to WI Centre and we will show you the ropes.  We will give you hints and tips on keeping all your WI’s financial records in tip top shape.  We look forward to seeing you there. \nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies).
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/treasurers-training-day-for-new-or-inexperienced-treasurers-at-wi-centre-2/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210918T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210901T112859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T112859Z
UID:6659-1631962800-1631966400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Upcycling using Decoupage Techniques with Hayley Dell on Zoom - CCC
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever looked at a bottle or jar you are about to put in the recycle bin and thought it’s a nice shape? Well\, let Hayley Dell introduce you to her decoupage technique and maybe you will see things in a slightly different way! \nHer demonstration will show you how to transform glass into decorative items such as vases\, light bottles\, candle jars and more. Hopefully\, she can inspire you to get creative with everyday items\, using paint\, glue\, and pretty napkins.\nA ‘craft-along’ kit list will be provided on your booking confirmation. \nThe event will last approximately 1 hour. \nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies).
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/upcycling-using-decoupage-techniques-with-hayley-dell-on-zoom-ccc/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210917T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210917T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210503T061943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T115718Z
UID:6508-1631871900-1631881800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:New Speakers Day on Zoom- WI Members Only
DESCRIPTION:This event is for Essex WI members only.\nCome and join us at our virtual New Speakers Day to be the first to hear the newest speakers around. A great way to find new ideas for meetings as well as to socialise with members from other WIs. \nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies).
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/new-speakers-day-wi-members-only/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210910T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210526T144121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T113311Z
UID:6547-1631268000-1631278800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Gingham Embroidery with Mary Long at WI Centre - CCC
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWe are pleased to welcome Mary Long to lead this morning workshop.   Using straight stitches on gingham material you will learn some decorative stitches and will make your own personalised\, unique bookmark. Once you have learnt the principles of gingham embroidery you will be able to transfer these to many craft projects. \nAll the materials you need to make the bookmark will be provided and this workshop is suitable for all abilities. \nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies). \n 
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/gingham-embroidery-mary-long-wi-centre/
LOCATION:WI Centre\, Whitelands\, Terling Road\, Hatfield Peverel\, Essex\, CM3 2AG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210820T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210506T114902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T094813Z
UID:6512-1629460800-1629460800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:FEWI Literary Lunches - Ruth Dagdall - The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club
DESCRIPTION:Have you spent weeks wishing you were able to go out\, able to wear that special dress\, have a drink and a nice meal\, and importantly meet up with your friends again. Well the Arts and Leisure Committee have the answer. This is the first of four Literary lunches we are holding around Essex\, for you to attend and celebrate the end of lock down. \nOur first is with local crime fiction author\, Ruth Dagdall. Ruth Dugdall is a novelist from Felixstowe\, Suffolk\, UK. Her genre is crime writing with a particular focus on forensics. Ruth specialises in domestic noir. \nDon’t forget to check out the others – we have chosen exciting venues and excellent speakers\, so please put a date in your diary. We are certainly looking forward to meeting you again. \nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (there is NO booking fee when booking online) or call 0333 666 3366 (booking line open M-F 9-5 £1.80 fee per phone booking)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/literary-lunches-the-royal-corinthian-yacht-club/
LOCATION:The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club\, The Quay\, Burnham on Crouch\, Essex\, CM0 8AX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210812T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210628T153843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T153843Z
UID:6576-1628798400-1628798400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Quilt Detective
DESCRIPTION:Quilt Detective – The History & Mystery of Quilts \nThurs 12 August\, 8pm\, on Zoom \n£5 \nJane Cobbett is a tutor and collector of vintage patchwork\, based in the West Midlands\, she has a passion for old textiles and the methods used to create unusual and beautiful pieces from the smallest Victorian Love Token to full size quilts. Jane will share on screen a selection of her quilts and talk about the fascinating history of each quilt. She will cover the restoration and care of old textiles and general information on vintage quilts and their construction from the Victorian period to the 1970s. Suitable for anyone who likes sewing\, patchwork\, history and crafts. \nTo book your place on this fascinating Zoom\, go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies).
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/quilt-detective/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210806T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210526T142704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T142704Z
UID:6545-1628251200-1628251200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:FEWI Literary Lunches - Sarah Harrison - Southend
DESCRIPTION:Sarah doesn’t like to restrict herself to one genre so there’s something for everyone at her talks\, especially as she is also a comedian and performer!  Lunch included. \nTo book your place go to: ticketsource.co.UK/fewi (there is NO booking fee when booking online) or call 0333 666 3366 (booking line open M-F 9-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/fewi-literary-lunches-sarah-harrison-southend/
LOCATION:Saxon Hall\, Southemd
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210802T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210526T132822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T133054Z
UID:6543-1627909200-1627909200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:FEWI Literary Lunches - Roz Hall - Clacton on Sea
DESCRIPTION:FEWI presents Roz Hall at Clacton on Sea Golf Club.  Join us for a three course lunch and coffee\, plus light hearted poems read and written by local poet Roz Hall. \nTo book your place go to: ticketsource.co.UK/fewi (there is NO booking fee when booking online) or call 0333 666 3366 (booking line open M-F 9-5 £1.80 fee per phone booking)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/fewi-literary-lunches-roz-hall-clacton-on-sea/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210722T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210722T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210628T153700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T155253Z
UID:6575-1626982200-1626982200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Alphabake Cookery
DESCRIPTION:AlphaBake Cookery: Raspberry & Cream Tart \nThurs 22 July. 7.30pm on Zoom\, £5 \nCarole Rose of AlphaBake Cookery has a passion – bringing families together over a delicious dinner or tasty treat. At her cookery school\, based in Dunmow\, she has made its mission to help \npeople of all ages and abilities to get hands-on in the kitchen and discover a love of cooking that will last for life. At this event Carole\, will tell us about herself\, her business including how she moved it onto Zoom last year. She will be demonstrating how she delivers the classes to the children by making her delicious Raspberry Cream Tart\, so you can pass this onto any  children you know too. \nOf course you can cook-along too – it will be great fun. \nThe recipe will be sent out to you following your booking \nTo book your place on this tasty Zoom\, go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies).
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/alphabake-cookery/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210708T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210708T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210628T153430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T154748Z
UID:6573-1625774400-1625774400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Charles Dickens\, Conjuror
DESCRIPTION:Charles Dickens\, Conjuror \nThurs 8 July\, 8pm\, on Zoom \n£5 \nCharles Dickens was an amateur conjurer for around seven years of his life.  His best known show was on the Isle of Wight in 1849; when he wrote a highly amusing\, and informative playbill to promote this show.  This playbill\, where Dickens called himself the ‘Unparalleled Necromancer’\, provides the focus to learn about how Dickens became a conjurer\, which magicians inspired him\, and how his\, magic sheds light both on his character and his writings.  \nThe title “the secret world of Charles Dickens\, mirth marvels and the mysterious” was his one man full length show. The talk came out of that show.  \nAny questions are allowed – apart from ‘how do you do it!?’ \n\n \nTo book your place on this exciting day\, go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n\n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies).
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/charles-dickens-conjuror/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210630T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210628T153201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T155338Z
UID:6572-1625079600-1625079600@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:A Ramble Through The Solar System
DESCRIPTION:Take a journey to explore our local star\, the sun\, together with 8 planets\, some which were known to astronomers living thousands of years ago and some that have been discovered in more recent times. We will learn about their moons together with the smaller bodies; the dwarf planets\, asteroids\, comets\, and meteors\, that complete our Solar System.\n£5\nTo book your place on this exciting Zoom meeting\, go to ticketsource.co.uk/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking applies).
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/a-ramble-through-the-solar-system/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210625T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210322T235757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210617T064015Z
UID:6456-1624617000-1624624200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Virtual Hybrid County Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us online for our 2021 County Annual Meeting. A virtual hybrid meeting. \nOn Friday 25th June 2021. Time 10.30 – 12.30 \nWith special guests Danny Crates (TV presenter\, Paralympic icon and former world record holder) and Nick Newland (Policy and Communications Manager for Associated Country Women of the World). One delegate per WI. Observer places free. To book your place\, please go to ticketcourse.co.uk/fewi
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/virtual-hybrid-county-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210427T233225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T233225Z
UID:6479-1623355200-1623355200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Before the Zip - The invisible history of textiles and their makers
DESCRIPTION:Clothes\, what would we do without them? On the other hand\, we tend to take them for granted\, easily available\, cheap and disposable. This talk from Towse Harrison of Sun Jester re-introduces the ‘invisible history’ of textiles from thread and weaving\, to decorationand the clothes and fastenings of our ancestors in the near and far past.  Along the way we will get insight into the invisible makers and why thread and cloth has been so important to world history. \nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.UK/fewi (no booking fee for booking online.) or call  \n0333 666 3366 (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone book8ng applies.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/before-the-zip-the-invisible-history-of-textiles-and-their-makers/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210522T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210522T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210427T232452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T232452Z
UID:6478-1621677600-1621677600@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Punch Needle with The Modern Crafter – An introduction to Punch Needle
DESCRIPTION:When Rachel was on maternity leave she picked up her love of crafting again and after asking her sister Siobhan to design her something to create she felt that these designs were too beautiful not to share and The Modern Crafter\,their business selling DIY craft kits based on traditional crafts\, punch needle and embroidery was born. Both are passionate about the wellness that comes from crafting and in this session Rachel will demonstrate punch needling using one of their kits\, talk about the tools and materials and answer your questions. \nThe technique of punch needling is very meditative and once you try it\, she hopes you’ll receive not only satisfaction from creating your own piece of textile art but that it will be a craft that you’ll continue with for lots of lovely self-care. \nRachel has also kindly offered a 10% discount off purchases from The Modern Crafter Website for those who attend this session. \nTo book your place go to ticketsource.co.UK/fewi (no booking fee) or call 0333 6663366. \n(Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per booking) \n 
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/punch-needle-with-the-modern-crafter-an-introduction-to-punch-needle/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210517T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210427T231554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T231554Z
UID:6477-1621281600-1621285200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Knititation - The award-winning authors of Knit and Nibble James McIntosh and his partner Dr Thomas A. Ernst FRCP share how the blend of knitting and meditation helped lift James out of serious depression.
DESCRIPTION:Aligning with May’s NFWI initiative Me\, Myself and WI; FEWI presents the award-winning authors of Knit and Nibble and founders of the art of Knititation -James McIntosh and Dr Thomas A. Ernst FRCP.   \nJames grew up on a farm in Portadown; by 35 a presenter on China Food TV and the Global Ambassador for AGA cookers (he was the man who put the AGA in Denman College!). Suddenly he was struck with severe depression. Unable to leave his flat\, James taught himself to knit. Slowly one stitch at a time he was able to regain his health and\, together with his partner Dr Thomas\, researched knitting and wellness.  In this talk Dr Thomas\, will explain the science of mindfulness – how the unconscious brain works.  James will tell his story of overcoming adversity\, the highs and lows\, love and laughter and how he knit himself back together. \nTo book your place please go to: ticketsource.co.UK/fewi (no booking fee for booking online) or call 0333 666 3366.  (Booking line open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm\, £1.80 fee per phone booking)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/knititation-the-award-winning-authors-of-knit-and-nibble-james-mcintosh-and-his-partner-dr-thomas-a-ernst-frcp-share-how-the-blend-of-knitting-and-meditation-helped-lift-james-out-of-serious-depres/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210514T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210506T112505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T113402Z
UID:6511-1620990000-1620990000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Fancy A Boogie?
DESCRIPTION:If you like to ‘Shake It All About’ in the kitchen and dance like no one’s watching\, then Arts & Leisure have the perfect event for you! \n  \nLiz Scholey is a highly qualified dance teacher and teaches line dance\, salsa\, Zumba\, Bollywood and DDMIX (Darcey Bussell’s dance fitness programme). She brings her witty\, glamorous style to all her classes and events. \n  \nDancing is a great way to keep fit and have fun\, and in this event\, Liz will talk you through all the steps of her version of Zumba Gold at an easy pace. Suitable for ALL ages and aimed at beginner’s level so you don’t run the risk of injuries or falling over your feet. \n  \nSo – put on your comfortable clothes and clear the floor and you are good to go! See you on the dance floor!     \nTo book your place go to: ticketsource.co.uk/fewi  \nor call: 0333 666 3366 \n(booking line open Mon-Fri 9-5\, £1.80 fee per booking via the telephone\, free to book via the website)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/fancy-a-boogie/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210511T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210506T130052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T130052Z
UID:6514-1620761400-1620765000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rescheduled Resolutions Pros & Cons Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Our rescheduled Resolutions Pros and Cons Virtual Event – FREE with speakers on this years selected resolution plus resolution process\, resolution reps and WI/Federation resolutions.  \nTo book your place go to: ticketsource.co.uk/fewi \nor call: 0333 666 3366 \n(booking line open Mon-Fri 9-5\, £1.80 fee per booking via the telephone\, free to book via the website) \n 
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/rescheduled-resolutions-pros-cons-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210428T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210322T233832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T101842Z
UID:6454-1619640000-1619640000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:My Life as an Illustrator & Designer by Alison Gardiner
DESCRIPTION:If you are sitting enjoying a mug of tea or coffee as you read this\, chances are it could be in an Essex WI Centenary Mug! \nThe Arts & Leisure Committee are delighted that the designer of the mugs\, Alison Gardiner\, will be joining us by Zoom to talk about her life as an Illustrator and designer and how her career has developed after studying printed textiles to the giftware business she has today. \nOver the years Alison has designed in a variety of areas from children’s books to cross stich kits\, from the heritage sector including Buckingham Palace and the National Trust all the way to the Women’s Institute! \nThis is a talk not to be missed and like Alison’s designs it will sell out fast! \nTo book your place go to: ticketsource.co.uk/fewi\nor call: 0333 666 3366\n(booking line open Mon-Fri 9-5\, £1.80 fee per booking via the telephone\, free to book via the website)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/my-life-as-an-illustrator-designer-by-alison-gardiner/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210424T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210322T233133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T101915Z
UID:6453-1619272800-1619272800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Modern Calligraphy by Jane Lappage
DESCRIPTION:If\, like me you still have awful memories of being taught to write at school and never quite being happy with your handwriting\, FEWI Presents once again comes to your rescue with their latest in their Series of Zoom Talks and Workshops.  \n  \nWe bring you an opportunity to hear the renowned Jane Lappage talk about Modern Calligraphy and have a chance to try it our before her workshop that Essex Federation will be running later in the year. \n  \nAll you need to have a go at faux calligraphy is pencil layout paper and coloured biros or paint. \n  \nThis type of calligraphy makes letters\, cards and gift tags look wonderful and a joy to receive. \nTo book your place go to: ticketsource.co.uk/fewi\nor call: 0333 666 3366\n(booking line open Mon-Fri 9-5\, £1.80 fee per booking via the telephone\, free to book via the website)
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/modern-calligraphy-by-jane-lappage/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210423T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210118T225436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T101522Z
UID:6306-1619208000-1619208000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Shakespeare – The Real Deal With Simon Bridge.  Theatre in the Age of the Bard.
DESCRIPTION:By popular demand\, and on Shakespeare’s birthday\, the wonderful Simon Bridge is coming back to Essex WI with his fabulous take on Shakespeare. This time you can see him from the comfort of your own home. \nSimon will explore just what life was like for William Shakespeare\, his actors and his audience and will try to answer the question “Why did Shakespeare write like that?” Simon will also relate some of his own experience of performing the Bard’s works – including how the story of Shakespeare saved his life (well  . . . almost). \nSimon has worked in theatre\, film\, radio\, and television and also as a clown\, a fire-eater and a juggler. \nAn event not to be missed so please book early to avoid disappointment. \nTo book your place go to: ticketsource.co.uk/fewi\nor call: 0333 666 3366\n(booking line open Mon-Fri 9-5\, £1.80 fee per booking via the telephone\, free to book via the website) \n  \n 
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/shakespeare-real-deal-simon-bridge-theatre-age-bard/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210320T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210320T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210120T174145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T134803Z
UID:6330-1616248800-1616248800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pat Lumsdale's Patchwork Strip Bag
DESCRIPTION:Pat will be  demonstrating how to make a useful sturdy tote bag. The bag can have sides made up using a patchwork technique or a single piece of fabric.  The demonstration will show you how to construct the bag itself and also how to use one of the techniques to make up the sides. \nIf you would also like a full colour instruction leaflet\, with photographs of each stage of the process\, Pat is offering this as a PDF download for the special price of £2. (Pat usually charges £5.50).  If you would like to purchase this leaflet for the demonstration\, please request and pay for at the time of booking (£7 in total).  After the event the PDF will only be available from Pat’s website. \nTo book email: tickets@essexwi.org.uk or phone 01245 382233 quoting reference PLB. \n  \n 
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/pat-lumsdales-patchwork-strip-bag/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210310T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210118T230218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T164642Z
UID:6307-1615406400-1615406400@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Delights and Possibilities of RHS Hyde Hall With Robert Brett\, Curator
DESCRIPTION:RHS Garden\, Hyde Hall is presently one of four RHS gardens. Hyde Hall is undergoing major garden development including a new Winter Garden\, large scale Perennial Meadow and a new Global Growth Vegetable Garden. \nWith The Delights and Possibilities of RHS Hyde Hall\, Robert Brett\, the new Curator takes us on a journey detailing the changes that have\, and are being made to this beautiful garden. The talk centres itself 2 years into this Strategic Investment\, and explores these new developments and other ideas as seen through his eyes. \nRobert has a broad horticultural career spanning over 30 years\, 20 years of which have been working in Botanic Gardens. He began his training at the Royal Botanic Gardens\, Kew and specialised in Orchids at RBG Kew. During his early career he developed a keen interest in Education and in 2000 completed an MSc degree in Environment and Development Education. \nEmail tickets@essexwi.org.uk or phone 01245 382233 to book your place!  Please quote event reference RHSHydeHall
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/delights-possibilities-rhs-hyde-hall-robert-brett-curator/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210304T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210304T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210120T163653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T164522Z
UID:6329-1614886200-1614886200@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Treasures from the Royal School of Needlework Collection - Dr Susan Kay-Williams
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! \nThis is a return of Dr Susan Kay-Williams\, Royal School of Needlework Collection Curator and Archivist.. It will include a look at some of the interesting\, unusual\, beautiful and fascinating items in the RSN Collection of textiles and archive of designs and images from the 17th to the 21st  \nCentury. \nAn event not to be missed so please book early to avoid disappointment. \nEmail tickets@essexwi.org.uk or phone 01245 382233 and quote event reference RSN2
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/treasures-from-the-royal-school-of-needlework-collection-dr-susan-kay-williams/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210222T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20201120T142955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T151426Z
UID:6250-1614024000-1614024000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:London at Night: A Journey of Photos and Poetry by Simon Gregor
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nJoin Simon for a virtual tour of London at night told through photographs and poetry.  Simon is a graduate of Cambridge University and is a professional photographer and tour guide. Simon is one of the regular Denman at Home speakers and we are delighted that he is joining us as part of our Arts and Leisure programme. \nEmail tickets@essex.wi.org.uk or phone 01245 382233 to book your place!  Please quote event reference LNP. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/london-night-journey-photos-poetry-simon-gregor/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210212T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210205T230921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210207T083519Z
UID:6336-1613156400-1613161800@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Show the love - Building Back Better.  12 February. Join MP Stephen Metcalfe as he talks about the concept of Building Back Better in the fourth of our Show The Love climate change Zooms. Stephen will be joined by Chris Jardine\, Technical Director of Joju Solar\, and a representative of the Green Alliance. To join please go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/online/show-the-love-2021/ or email essexclimate@gmail.com
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/show-the-love-building-back-better-12-february/
LOCATION:Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210211T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210127T234003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T234003Z
UID:6333-1613070000-1613070000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heard About The Virtual WI's?  Do you wonder what its all about? - 7pm 11 February
DESCRIPTION:Whether you belong to an established WI and are interested to know more. Or you are new to the WI and would like to find out what the WI has to offer you. \nHere is your opportunity to be part of a completely new kind of WI.  The WI has been successful for 105 years and although our values stay the same we are always looking forward to the next new and exciting way to bring our WI to more women. The role of the WI is to inform and educate but importantly to have FUN \n\nWe would love you to join us on 11 February at 7.00pm for a chat over a virtual drink of your choice to explore a way of bringing the WI into your life. \n\n\nFor further information please email essexfedwis@gmail.com
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/heard-about-the-virtual-wis-do-you-wonder-what-its-all-about-7pm-11-february/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210211T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102308
CREATED:20210118T231429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210118T231429Z
UID:6308-1613070000-1613070000@essexwi.org.uk
SUMMARY:Show the Love 2021 - The Climate Crisis in Essex - 11& 12 February
DESCRIPTION:We very much hope you will join us to hear our inspiring speakers at this year’s Show the Love Zoom meeting. \nThis is a great opportunity for us all\, not just to learn more about the climate crisis and what we can do to help\, but to make it clear to our MPs that we expect them to take immediate and effective action to protect the natural world\, and our\, and our children’s\, futures. We can all make the difference\, just by being there.  There will be three different sessions over 2 days. \n7pm-8.30pm Thursday 11th February \nAlex Burghart MP from Brentwood will chair our first session. He is Parliamentary Private Secretary to Boris Johnson\, and can really influence him\, so that session will be “The UK’s Path to Net Zero”\, looking at which policies we need the Government to put in place now to protect the world for our children now and throughout their lifetimes. Speakers are Jenny Hill from The Committee on Climate Change and Doug Parr\, Chief Scientist\, Greenpeace. \n10.30am-12 midday Friday 12th February \nKemi Badenoch MP for Saffron Walden will chair our second session. She is a junior Minister working with Rishi Sunak\, the Chancellor of the Exchequer\, so her session will cover “Green Finance\, Spending and Resilient Growth”. Gareth Redmond-Hill\, Head of Climate Change\, WWF\, will put forward the WWF plan to protect biodiversity and cut emissions. \n2pm-3.30pm Friday 12th February \nJames Cleverly MP\, Braintree\, will chair our third session. He is Minister for the Middle East and North Africa\, so his session will discuss “The Role of the UK in a Global Crisis”\, looking at whether\, and how\, we should spend overseas aid\, and how the climate crisis will affect the migration we are already seeing from that area. Neil Thorns\, Chair\, Climate Coalition and Director\, CAFOD will speak on the role of the UK. \n  \nYou don’t need to live in Brentwood\, Saffron Walden or Braintree to take part. All are welcome\, please invite your friends and family\, and you are most welcome to join every session. All sessions are free\, please register\, either by emailing EssexClimate@gmail.com for more information\, or through Eventbrite\,  by searching for Show the Love on 11th and 12th February.
URL:https://essexwi.org.uk/event/show-love-2021-climate-crisis-essex-11-12-february/
LOCATION:Essex
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