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Thursday, 21 November 2024
Current Club News
76th Charter Dinner 09/11/2024
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.
Orange Cafe 25/09/2024
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.
President's Craft Morning 09/09/2024
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.
International Literacy Day 08/09/2024
S I Brixham held a book stall on the quay for International Literacy Day .
In spite of the weather being blustery and windy we raised £80.00 which equates to over 240 books being recycled
Beach Hut Fund Raising 05/08/2024
On a rather windy August morning 17 ladies braved the elements for a coffee morning at a members beach hut at Broadsands Beach. Tea coffee cheese puffs and cakes were provided and with a raffle we raised £150.00.
Hopefully we will have another before the summer is over.
SI Brixham Interclub 18-07-2024
On a beautiful summers evening SI Brixham held our annual Interclub meeting at the United Reform Church.
We were delighted to be joined by several members from SI Plymouth and SI Torquay.
Following a delicious meal, our speaker for the evening Duncan Kenny gave a most interesting and informative presentation on the various voluntary ecological coastal projects including the Churston Cove exploration including a video, clearly demonstrating the vast amount of sea life just under the surface.
A most enjoyable evening was had by all.
Wimbledon Tea Party 30-06-2024
A Wimbledon tea party was held at a members home on a glorious afternoon. Joined by past members, family and friends; sandwiches, cakes, and strawberries were thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Everyone was asked to wear something white and the event was a great success and raised an amazing £933 for our charity account.
A huge thank you must go to Jessica and Stuart for hosting this event and to everyone who helped.
Literacy Awards 2023
Soroptimist International of Brixham recently visited Furzeham Primary School.
Year 5 pupils entered the Annual Literacy Award; an initiative started by Brixham Soroptimists in memory of a former member, Brenda Kettle, who left a legacy and was very interested in literacy.
