The Alma Women’s Institute recently held its annual meeting.
Shirley Fletcher conducted the business meeting and secretary Marg Hall read the minutes of the 2015 annual meeting. Hall noted that 1,120 volunteer hours were recorded last year.
An invitation to a fall rally in Perth County was read. Discussion was held regarding helping at a tea tent at the IPM in September.
Donations were made to Arthur, Drayton and Fergus Fall Fair boards. A $75 donation to 4-H was also made by the group.
Eight members will attend the District Annual at Novel in May. Ruth Grose made a presentation on Adelaide Hoodless, who founded the Women’s Institute in 1897. She also spoke on the Associated County Women of the World (ACWW), a worldwide organization the institute supports through its Pennies for Friendship program. Many clean water projects in Africa have been provided by ACWW.
Courtesies were given by Helen Moffatt, which included a presentation of a lovely plant to retiring president Shirley Fletcher, who will serve as past president.
Pat Salter conducted the installation of officers: president Lenore Arbuckle, vice-president Helen Moffat, secretary Margaret Hall, treasurer Ruth Grose, PRO press reporter Pat Salter, district director Shrirley Fletcher and alternate district director Helen Moffat. Lunch was served by Jean Hanna and Ruth Grose.
The next meeting is May 19 at the Alma hall. New members welcome.
Submitted by Pat Salter
