We learned about Graffiti with Graffiti Artist Jody and had a go at some spray paint art.
We discussed Craftivism at June’s meeting and members shared what Craftivism meant to them. We also took part in some simple sewing and knitting craft activities with our Knit and Stitch Group members.
May’s meeting saw us enjoying a Lawn Bowls taster session with St Andrews Bowling Club.
It was also our Belated 10th Birthday and we brought food – sweet and savoury – to share!
In October we met face to face for the first time in over 18 months, although there was still a virtual meeting for those who wanted to join via Zoom
We held our Annual General Meeting with a summary of our financial position and annual report. Then we welcomed local expert Joe McSorley for a talk on the Amazing World of Fungi.
In September, we were joined by Dr Amber Phillips from UWE for a fascinating talk on The Mafias
Ever since The Godfather, there’s been no avoiding the Italian mafia in popular culture: mafiosi pop up everywhere from computer games to car insurance ads. And yet, many people are surprised to learn that the mafia are still active in Italy – and that there’s more than one. Amber’s talk covered 3 mafia organisations, the Camorra, based in Naples, the Cosa Nostra in Sicily and the ‘Ndrangheta based in Calabria.
In August, we were joined by the fabulous Go-Gets, a 60s inspired dance troupe.
Established in 2017, they have grown into a sisterhood of passionate dancers and vintage enthusiasts that love to build each other up. Dancing our way around the UK alongside both national and international rock n roll and 60’s inspired garage bands, they love to bring a sense of feel good fun to make everyone smile.
In July, we were joined by Sarah Ives of North & East Bristol Business Support who provide free business support to pre-start, start ups and existing enterprises in North and East Bristol.
https://westofengland.ytko.com/business-support-in-bristol/north-east-bristol-business-support/
In June, we were joined by Physiotherapist, Claire Callaghan for a Health and Wellbeing session
The session covered:
Joint, muscle and bone health – female specific considerations
Starting, maintaining or increasing physical activity and exercise
Strength and flexibility
The pelvis and the pelvic floor
Changes in women’s physical health at different stages of life and practical hints and tips.
In May, we were joined by Daisy and her mum, Heather, for a sign language lesson. Daisy is deaf and she and her mum are fluent in sign language which they shared with us by teaching us some of the basics, including key words as well as some interesting facts about language in the deaf communities around us.
Gloucester Road WI 
You must be logged in to post a comment.