Alma Women’s Institute members were guests of the Wellington County Library at a Tribute Tea held at the Marden library branch on Sept. 17.
Chief librarian Murray McCabe and his staff welcomed members of Wellington County WI branches. Tables were decorated and set with china cups and saucers, a fancy teapot and dainty treats.
Several speakers spoke on the value of the Tweedsmuir Histories which have been kept for many years recording the history of many communities in Wellington County and which are now microfilmed and in the archives of the Wellington County Museum.
An anniversary cake was served honouring the West End WI l00th anniversary.
A musical interlude was provided by the Royal City Ambassadors.
On Sept. 18, the regular meeting of the Alma WI was held at the Alma Community Hall. It was reported that the group’s latest history book is selling well and that the Alma branch will be hosting the Guelph Area Convention on Oct. 7 at the Alma Community Hall.
The program convenors were Ann Whale and Sharon O’Sullivan.
Sullivan reminded members of the danger of too much sodium in diets and had many products on display reminding of the importance of reading labels on grocery products when shopping. It was suggested that 10% sodium is okay for most people.
O’Sullivan spoke on grass-raised beef and pollination by bumble bees, and the importance of Monarch butterflies. Many suggestions were discussed, noting the importance of having flowers and plants to have in gardens to encourage pollination.
Grace was sung and a lunch was served by Lenora Arbuckle and Marg Hall. The meeting was under the direction of president Shirley Fletcher. The next meeting is Oct. 15 at 1:30pm at the Alma Community Hall. New members and guests are welcome.
Submitted by Pat Salter
