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The year that was: a lookback at our 2020-21 activity

While the world was turned on its head and the struggles were great for many us, the past 12 months have also been a time to reflect and reconfigure. At Tooting WI we took the pandemic as a chance to pivot and adapt.

While some of our originally planned activities didn’t work in the new normal of social distancing restrictions, we made sure we replaced them with events that could take place virtually via the wonders of zoom. Throughout 2020-21 we continued to offer a monthly meeting, monthly clubs and stay active on matters we cared about

Though very different, 2020 ended up being a year of continued interesting activities and community connection. If you didn’t have time to join us here are some of the fun activities that took place:

  • Personal styling lesson
  • Decluttering workshop
  • Aromatherapy
  • History tour of Kensington
  • Pilates
  • International Women’s Day local entrepreneurs panel
  • Life coaching
  • Cook-along

Thank you to all of you for joining us & we look forward to another year ahead!

 

 

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March 2021 – International Women’s Day Panel

To tie in with the 2021 International Women’s Day theme ‘Choose to challenge’, we had a delightful chat with local female entrepreneurs about how they’ve turned their passion projects in to real businesses. Our guests were Briana, owner of Craft a Little Love; and Ruth, designer and co-owner of Life of Fish.

We discussed whether there were differences between female and male entrepreneurs; heard about the inspiration behind their businesses; and enjoyed fascinating stories of the realities of entrepreneur life. Interestingly, in contrast to the many sad stories of businesses struggling during the pandemic, Ruth and Briana had both found new customers and opportunities to grow.

#ChooseToChallenge asks us to work collectively to help create an inclusive world. We need to choose to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality; as well as choose to seek out and celebrate women’s achievements. At the Tooting WI we love to celebrate female achievement, and these local entrepreneurs inspired us with their passion and determination to succeed!

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March 2020 meeting: International Women’s Day Panel

An enabled world is an equal world and this year’s IWD theme is #eachforequal.

We’ll be bringing together a panel of inspirational women to talk about today’s equality challenges and how they’ve overcome the hurdles of bias or perception.

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Date: February 12th

Where: Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Rd, London SW17 7RH

When: 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm

How much: free to members, guests welcome by donation.

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Dec 2020 meeting: Christmas crafts & cocktails

The end of the year is near and so celebrate with some festive cocktails and crafts! We’ll have different activities for you to choose from or rotate between, as well as tasty snacks.

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Date: December 9th

Where: Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Rd, London SW17 7RH

When: 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm

How much: free to members

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Nov 2020 meeting: AGM & Pub quiz

It’s time to report on the year that was for Tooting WI, vote in our 2021 President and have some fun with our annual Quiz.

Bring along drinks, snacks & your local knowledge to compete for the grand prize!

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Date: November 13th

Where: Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Rd, London SW17 7RH

When: 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm

How much: free to members

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Oct 2020 meeting: Cheese tasting

Our professional food & wine expert will once again talk us through a delightful tasting and this time its cheese on the menu. Learn about the world of artisan cheese and how to pair different varieties. This is one not to be missed!

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Date: October 14th

Where: Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Rd, London SW17 7RH

When: 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm

How much: free to members, guests welcome by donation.

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Sept 2020 meeting: 100 days until 2021

“The days are long but the years are long”, Gretchin Rubin, Happiness Project

End 2020 on a high! Every year passes in a flash but we hope this meeting will give you a pitstop and chance to make the most of what is left.

We will have a number of activities to help you take stock of the year so far and how to reset achievable goals for the remaining 100 days.

Date: September 9th

Where: Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Rd, London SW17 7RH

When: 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm

How much: free to members, guests welcome by donation.

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Aug 2020 Meeting:Style it out & clothes swap

We’ll be holding out first ever “swish event” – gain new style ideas and pick up some new items!

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Date: August 12th

Where:  Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Rd, London SW17 7RH

When: 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm

How much: free to members, guests welcome by donation.

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July 2020 meeting: Picnic & Olympics in the park

Every summer we change up our normal venue for a bit of the great outdoors and a mega picnic. Optional games for those with a sporty spirit! BYO some food, drinks and a picnic blanket.

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Date: July 8th

Where: Tooting Common southside, corner closest to Rose & Crown pub

When: 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm

How much: free to members, guests welcome by donation.

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June 2020 meeting: Fizz tasting

Our friendly professional wine expert will return again for annual tasting and this year we’ll be learning all about varieties of fizz.Tasty accompaniments to be provided. Need we say more?!

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Date: June 10th

Where: Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Rd, London SW17 7RH

When: 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm

How much: free to members, guests welcome by donation.