A message from Carolyn

To all my friends at Clophill & District Flower Club - October Newsletter

We had a committee meeting last week when we had long discussions on future meetings and events. They are always very social occasions as we are friends and each member contributes. That is why we are a great team as each plays an important role.

We all agreed that the Dabble Evening went very well and all who attended, including 15 visitors enjoyed the varied crafts. In fact some members said it was their favourite meeting of the year!  Nine of our members attended the Area Fun Day on Tuesday, this week in Wheathampstead when we ‘dabbled’ at leaf manipulation with Gill McGregor and created foliage designs.

Our demonstrator at our next meeting on 6th November is Lynne Sharp with her ‘Car Boot Collection’. This should be an entertaining evening and we will see what Lynne has found at car boot sales in the Midlands.  The theme of the Charity Table is ‘Christmas’ so if you have any contributions, please bring them to add to the stall.  We are introducing Gift Aid forms for MND Association to support your donations.

Area AGM and Christmas demonstration is on 19th November at the Marford Memorial Hall in Wheathampstead. I am attaching the details and tickets are available from Celia Thompson, who is on our committee and greets you at the door. This should be a great day and the demonstrator, Delyth Price, is excellent.

Our Christmas demonstration is on 4th December with Debbie Davis from Warrington. This is an Open Meeting so you will need to have a ticket and these are now available from Gillian (07960662334) - £6 for members and £12 for visitors. Mulled wine and our famous mince pies made by Joan T will be served at the beginning of the meeting. The Charity Tables will be selling candles.

The Flower Arranger magazine is the official NAFAS publication and can be ordered through the Club. Subscriptions for members are £17, which is good value for 4 issues that are packed with ideas, articles and information for all those who love flowers.   Please see Kate or Alison to order for 2026.

St Mary’s Church, Clophill is holding a Christmas Tree Festival on 6/7th December and we will be decorating several trees for this event. Seasonal refreshments will be served and there will be music played throughout the weekend.

2026 is our Golden Anniversary Year that we will be celebrating in June with a dinner and special meeting.
Please note our Open meeting in 2026, usually held in May, will be on Tuesday 24th March as we have had problems with our booking for the hall and we have tried to avoid Easter.
​The Committee have other special events planned – further details later.

I hope to see you on 6th November,
 
With my best wishes,
Carolyn
Chairman of Clophill and District Flower Club