Friday 15 December 2017

Friday Forum Christmas Party 2017

It was party time at Friday Forum and everyone dressed for the occasion




The party kicked off with a Quiz compiled by James
 Decor by Peter


Followed by festive food and flower arranging workshop

..... and just look at the results!


 Did you spot Ann's bird - and can you identify it?
 Phyllis modelling her wreath - but it didn't fit under her bicycle helmet

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all



Next Meeting

January 5th:  New Year Forum

Saturday 2 December 2017

December's wintery breath is already clouding the pond, frosting the pane, obscuring summer's memory... John Geddes



Presentation:  The Woodland Trust by Roger Parkinson
Roger Parkinson BEM from the Woodland Trust
Roger, a trustee of the Woodland Trust, gave an excellent insight into the work of the organisation.  The Woodland Trust was founded in 1972 by retired farmer Kenneth Watkins who was concerned about the loss of woodlands and recognised the need to protect native British trees.
The trust is involved in protecting trees from pests and diseases as well as from human action and are active in replanting ancient woodlands.  This, in turn, ensures the natural food chain for wildlife as 90% of creatures live on the fringes of woodland.
Roger told us about the trust’s planting schemes which involve groups of all ages from all walks of life including school children and interfaith groups.  The Woodland Trust has planted woods to commemorate the fallen soldiers from WW1, created country parks for leisure activities and has grown and distributed thousand of trees to guarantee the future of woodlands and forests. 
  
If you are interested in the work of the Woodland Trust, joining of volunteering, click on to their website:   https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/
Display Table
 Janella brought pots of Heuchera Berry Smoothie, Fuchsia Lottie Hobby and Cyclamen which brighten up her patio


 Judith’s annual Persicaria Orientalis



Gill’s examples of festive wreaths and arrangements for members to try their hand at next meeting
Notice Board
Caroline has requested that Friday Forum annual subscription of £12.00 be paid at meetings by the end of January.  Payment should be made either by cheque made out to Paxton Horticultural Society or cash in a named envelope please.
Next Meeting
15th December:  Dress up in your festive outfits for the Christmas Quiz, Flower Arranging session, Free Raffle and, of course, Afternoon Tea!