Visit to Masonic Hall, home of Freemasonry.

Our visit to the above building on 8th September was very interesting.

After coffee and a short talk we were given a tour of the building, I think we were all surprised how large these buildings are, the architecture and design of the rooms, especially the Temples is lovely. A interesting fact was an architect was appointed in 1904/5 to design suitable meeting rooms , he was Mr Albert Havers (Great Grandfather of the Actor Nigel Havers) from London.

Walking up St Giles you would find it hard to realise what lovely gardens are attached to the sides or back of each building.

PORINGLAND WOMEN'S INSTITUTE

Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 12 October at 7.30pm in the Community Centre when we will watch Margaret Furness demonstrating the art of chocolate and fudge making with sampling afterwards of these delightful goodies. I am sure we will get some good ideas for Christmas. Not good for our figures but I am sure they will taste delicious!

Jumble Sale

As I mentioned last month our Jumble Sale is on Saturday 15 October at 2.00pm in the Community Centre. There will be books, tombola, bric-a-brac, clothing, household goods, raffle, and a cake stall. We will also be selling tea/coffee and homemade cakes in the cafe area. Everyone is very welcome - I am sure there will be many bargains to be snapped up.

Visitors are always welcome to our meetings and if there are any queries, please contact Pam Cooper, President on 01508 491674 or Lesley Sanders, Secretary on 01508 492155 .

Shirley Shackshaft