August Meeting - 2 August from 7:30pm

The August Fulham WI meeting will take place on Monday 2 August at 7:30pm.  Our speaker will be Dr. David Jones on his journey from severe stammerer to award-winning public speaker.

 

Contents
August Speaker
Wandsworth WI Picnic: 14 Aug
Ballroom Dancing: 20 Aug

Try Dive: 22 Sep

Theatre Group Dates

 

 

SPEAKER

Dr. David Jones, Ecologist

From Severe Stammerer to Award-Winning Public Speaker

 

Dr David Jones is a tropical ecologist at the Natural History Museum.  In September 2008 he presented a talk about his research on the ecology of tropical rainforests.  This time he returns in his capacity as a member of and fundraiser for the British Stammering Association (BSA).  He will highlight the work of the BSA, outline the treatment available for both children and adults who stammer, and describe his own journey from severe stammerer to award-winning public speaker.

 

As always, the meeting will be in the upstairs room at the Peterborough/Southern Cross pub on the New Kings Road (on the junction of Wandsworth Bridge Road) nearest tube is Fulham Broadway.  Please find here a link to Google Maps for directions.  We look forward to welcoming new members and returning members alike.

 

 

EVENTS – Please note it is our policy that only paid WI members may take part in organised events.  If you wish to become a member please speak to a Committee Member at the meeting.  Subs are £29.50pa.

 

 

Wandsworth WI Summer Picnic

Saturday, 14 August, from 1pm

 

Wandsworth WI have invited all Fulham WI members to a picnic and summer games on Clapham Common on Saturday, 14th August.  We will meet at 1pm at The Windmill on the Common in the parking lot, just bring some food and some friends!  Please see the attached invitation for more information.

 

 

Ballroom Dancing

Friday, 20 August, 7:30 – 9pm

 

We have 9 tickets available for a one-off taster session near Sadler’s Wells designed for absolute beginners.  Tickets are £10, payable by cash or cheque, and anyone who may be interested should email us.  

 

 

WI Try Dive

Wednesday, 22 September, 7 – 8:30pm

 

We have organised a taster session in Holborn for those who may be interested in diving but have never had the opportunity.  Diving equipment is provided.  Cost is £10 per person, to be paid in advance.

 

 

Theatre Group Dates
We have set the following dates for 2010 theatre outings.  Please enter them into your diary and we will work out what we want to go and see nearer the time.
 
Tuesday 14th September
Tuesday 30th November