Events
We have had quite a few questions about how to book events. Please see the Q&A section at the bottom of this page. We hope these answers help - but please contact the office for further clarification. There are lots of ways to book and pay for events - so hopefully one will suit you.
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A Morning with Kay Goddard –
Quilts made to raise funds for war effort in both World Wars
CFWI Office
10.30am – 12.30pm
Friday 26 April 2024
We invite you to come and join us for a talk by Kay Goddard on quilts that were produced as fundraisers for the war effort during both World Wars, the quilts that came from overseas, stitched by American and Canadian communities, and quilts made by Japanese prisoners of war. Kay will bring a selection of her own linen from the 1930s (that came home from Singapore with her great aunt and uncle who narrowly escaped being imprisoned there) to bring the era to life.
Kay Goddard teaches embroidery, patchwork, quilting, and sewing techniques to classes on a regular basis, holds demonstrations and workshops as well as giving talks to a variety of groups.
Refreshments of coffee & cake will be available.
Cost: £8.00
Closing Date: Friday 5 April 2024
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Beginners Painting Workshop
Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 May 2024
10am to 4pm, CFWI Office
We are delighted to welcome back Denise Schoenberg, artist and art tutor from Cambridge, who will run this Beginners Painting Workshop. Enjoy two days of relaxing painting with demonstrations with individual encouragement and feedback.
A variety of subjects will be covered including flowers and a landscape. Participants will complete one painting on the first day and two on the second day.
The course fee will include a beginners painting pack consisting of notes and photographs for each project and notes on the basics: materials, techniques and colour palette. Denise will also supply brushes, practice paper and paint required for the workshop.
Please bring a packed lunch, coffee and tea provided.
Cost: Members £80.00 Non Members £85.00
Closing Date: Friday 19 April 2024
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The "Quirky Public Art in Cambridge" walking tour
Monday 20 May 2024
Meet at 11am in front of Great St Mary’s Church, Senate House Hill, Cambridge
Stephen Hawking famously said "Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet."
Well, you should do the exact opposite if you don't want to miss numerous examples of quirky public art in Cambridge.
This gentle walking tour of approximately 2 to 3 miles, will cover a number of works from the very famous to the less well known and will include one or two Dinky Doors, brought to us by the people who said
"We firmly believe that dinky things, discovered unexpectedly, can deliver dollops of delight against the daily onslaught of miserable miserableness"
Cost: £15.00
Closing Date: Monday 29 April 2024
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Morsbag Workshop
Tuesday 11 June 2024, 11am-3pm
CFWI Office
Come and join our free morsbag making session at our craft, coffee and chat group during the Great Big Green Week.
What are Morsbags?
Morsbags are strong, reusable, recycled, unique bags made from textiles.
Join in with our morsbag blitz. You can make your own bags or you could cut out or iron or pin ready for others to machine. We have some material; but you are welcome to bring your own. Any cotton remnants will be good. Materials required are on the webpage mentioned below.
Instructions will be available on the day and you can have a demo if you wish though they are very easy to make.
Construction details are available on this webpage: https://morsbags.com/make-a-morsbag/
If you bring your own material you will need one piece 46 by 100 cm or 18 by 40 inches for body and 2 pieces 46 by 10 cm or 18 by 4 inches for straps.
We need to know if you wish to bring a sewing machine to work on your own or join the production line (there are limited spaces). Please inform us when you book.
Cost: FREE
This event is run as one of craft, coffee and chat sessions. Cake and coffee is usually provided for which we request a donation of £1 towards costs and CFWI funds.
You will need to bring your own lunch.
Closing Date: Monday 20 May 2024
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Tate to Tate Tour
London
Tuesday 18 June 2024
Join us for a private introductory tour of Tate Modern including the permanent collections, this will be followed break for lunch before boarding the Thames Clipper to take us to Tate Britain on Millbank Pier. A private tour of Tate Britain with again highlights of permanent collections. A wonderful introduction to art at the Tate. If you wish to see a particular section of either gallery please let us know beforehand.
Cost: WI Members £70.00 and £75.00 non WI Members
The price includes coach, boat and tours of the Tate Galleries, please provide your own lunch.
The coach will leave to return home at 4pm.
Coach pick up points and times
Cambridge Tours depot, Lode 7.15am and Trumpington P&R 8am
Closing Date: Tuesday 28 May 2024
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New Treasurer Training
Saturday 13 July 2024
10am-1pm
CFWI Office
This FREE session will help you understand your new role.
Please book a place, using the form below,
or book via email cfwievents@gmail.com
Closing Date: Thursday 27 June 2024
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Jane Austen’s
Sense and Sensibility
Tolethorpe Hall Open Air Theatre
Saturday 20 July 2024 for 11.30am Performance
Every Summer 32,000 people attend the Stamford Shakespeare Company’s acclaimed season of plays at the Rutland Open Air Theatre at Tolethorpe near Stamford.
Performances take place on an open air stage set within an enchanting woodland glade.
Jane Austin tells the tale of the Dashwood Sisters and their contrasting approaches to life and love.
Although this is an open air theatre, no performance is ever cancelled due to inclement weather as there is a covered auditorium. You may wish to bring a blanket if the weather is not so good to keep you warm during the performance.
You may wish to bring a picnic with you to enjoy after the performance.
There are a few steps to negotiate in the auditorium but I have asked for seats with as few steps as possible. If you have any access requirements, please let us know on the booking form in order that the necessary arrangements can be made for you.
Coach pick up points: Lode Depot 8.45am and Trumpington Park & Ride 9.30am.
Cost: Members £46.00 and Non Members £51.00
We are leaving Tolthorpe at 2.45pm
Closing Date: Friday 5 April 2024
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Paris Olympic Themed Lunch
Wednesday 24 July 2024
12.15pm for 12.30pm start
CFWI Office
Main Course
Quiche Lorraine
or
French Onion Tart
Served with Green Salad and French Dressing
Tomato and Basil Salad with Balsamic Dressing
French Bread
Dessert
French Strawberry Mousse
Tea and coffee will be served at the end of the meal.
Cost: £16.00 WI Members £18.00 Non WI Members
(Some recipes will contain eggs. Gluten and dairy free options will be catered for.)
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Closing Date: Monday 8 July 2024
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Patchwork Weekend
Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 August 2024
10am to 4pm, CFWI Office
A pack of instructions will be provided, as well as demonstrations and guidance on rotary cutting, layout, construction and finish.
Basic sewing equipment required will include sewing machine, accessories including ¼” foot and instruction manual for your machine; sewing kit, cutting mat, rotary cutter and rulers.
A full list of fabric requirements will be emailed with confirmation of your attendance after the closing date.
Please bring a packed lunch, coffee and tea provided.
Cost: Members £75.00 (Members Only)
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Closing Date: Friday 5 July 2024
HOW TO BOOK A CFWI EVENT - FAQ's
Q. Who can book an event?
A. There are a variety of people who can book an event.
· Events can be booked by the WI booking secretary on behalf of the members. This is how we operated before COVID.
· Individual members can book for themselves and also on behalf of other members or non members (if applicable)
Q. How can I book an event?
A. Using the information from the booking form, including the Subject and Reference for the event, either:
· Post the booking form to the office.
· Email the booking form information to the address indicated on the booking form. Please read the booking forms carefully as we have new email addresses for bookings.
· If you are booking for several members please include their name and contact details in case events details change at last minute.
Q. How do I pay for an event?
A. There are three ways to pay:
· You can send a cheque to the office with your booking form. If you are booking by email please indicate on the email that you have sent a cheque to the office
· You can pay by BACS. Please indicate on your booking form or email that you have paid by BACS.
· You can pay your WI booking secretary who will choose whether to send a cheque or BACS payment from the WI.
Q. Can I send one booking form/booking email for several different events?
A. No. Separate forms/emails are needed for each event quoting the Subject as shown on the booking form.
Q. Can I send one payment for several different events?
A. No. Separate payments are needed for each event quoting the Reference as shown on the booking form.
Q. When will I hear whether I have a place at the event?
A. The individual or WI who applied will be notified after the closing date. There are two forms of notification:
· If you have sent a SAE you will hear from us by post
· If there is no SAE confirmation it will be by email. Please ensure postal bookings without SAEs include an email address.
Q. Where can I find a booking form?
A. Forms are sent to the WI Secretary and are also available on the CFWI website see above.
Q. Who do I contact if I have a query about an event?
A. Contact the office office@cfwi.co.uk or telephone 01223 234872. The booking email and postal forms will only be checked after the closing date.