Women inspiring action,

Another very successful Santa Run was held last Sunday 1st December 2024 in Brixham. 

There were 300 runners competing for the coveted medal.

Santas gathered under the old fish market for a warm up before running around the harbour, marina and along to the end of the breakwater and back.

Hot drinks were provided by a local eating house for runners at the end of the race.

Over £4,000 was raised which will be going to Shoalstone Outdoor Swimming Pool and a wonderful time was enjoyed by all concerned.

 

 On February 20th Soroptimists International of Brixham and Brixham Harriers were able to present a cheque in the sum of £4,800 to Shoalstone Pool.

 This was the money raised by the Santa Fun Run held on Sunday December 1st 2024.

The money came from the entry fees, donations and also included £359.56 from a Street Collection taken around the Harbour during the run.

Shoalstone Pool were very grateful for the donation and they hope to build an area for young children to play in safety.

Presidents Gill and Jane welcomed members and guests to the Berry Head Hotel for the presentation of cheques to our chosen local charities.

After a delicious meal, cheques for £2,000 were presented to each charity.

  Young Adult Carers

Cheryl and Ruth were present to receive their cheque

and

Lisa’s School

Liz Long received the cheque for Lisa’s School.

An enjoyable evening was had by all.

 Brixham Soroptimists held their 76th charter dinner at the Berry Head Hotel on 9th November.

We were joined by members from Torquay, Tiverton, Plymouth and St Austell and by our Regional President Daphne Dowsing.
A delicious meal was followed by entertainment and dancing and a fun evening was had by all.

Members of Brixham Soroptimist Club were made very welcome at the Bay tree restaurant in Brixham this week.

Members included Brixham club President Gill who welcomed SW and CI Regional President Daphne to the gathering.

Orange cafés are held all over the country and abroad to help highlight the abuse women and girls face worldwide.
Soroptimists Stand Up for women and girls helping to empower them to make positive lasting changes to their lives after domestic and sexual abuse. Members wear the colour orange as the UN designated colour which symbolises a brighter future, free of violence. Leaflets about our work were left on the café’s tables.
The staff at the café were very helpful indeed.
Soroptimists are taking action to end violence against women and girls worldwide.

A few members from S I Brixham gathered at President Jane’s home for a morning of craft.

Items such as glass fish and rag wreaths were made to sell at a Christmas craft show.

Light refreshments were enjoyed by the crafters and President Jane’s new grandson, Solomon oversaw the work being done.

A very enjoyable morning was had by all.