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January 2020

The frozen leaves lie on the ground, in patterns they are glistening There is no wind blowing around; The leaves remain just listening.              J. Green December 2019 

 

Dear member,

AGM & Christmas Buffet held on December 12th, 2019

Dismal weather but a hall full of joy when we held our annual Christmas celebration last Thursday. Many thanks to all those who came along.

Present:   With apologies from Joy, Meng, Roger & Elizabeth I welcomed 15 members & 2 guests. This was followed by the reading of minutes & matters arising from the 2018 AGM. Our president Ken once again gave a lovely speech, which was followed by my report including input from key committee holders and ending with an encouraging financial report.

Presentation of cups – Monthly Competitions

Zillah's trophy for most points in floral art: Jose Green 23, Runner up Stella 8pts

Merriman Cup for most points excluding floral art: Jose 171pts; Runner up Margaret 139pts.

 

Everyone donated very generously towards the buffet which was much appreciated. Eileen held a very difficult gardening quiz for us which was won by Margaret, and this was followed by our raffle consisting of wrapped prizes. Thank you one and all.

A.O.B.

Membership remains at £10 p.a. please re-enrol, bring a friend, and support the society in a year when we will be planning for our 75th Anniversary in 2021.

Once again, we will be holding a plant sale on a designated Saturday afternoon in May, so get sowing. More information on the 2020 programme available on our website e-voice.org.uk/tvhs/ or surreycommunity.info/tvhs/ and also at the January meeting.

 

*** Meeting to be held on Thursday 30th January 2020 ***

 

Members’ Re-enrolment evening with slides

please bring a max of 10 for use with the carousel or digital projector

 

A New year Quiz

 

Monthly Competitions

 

1.   3 mixed/unmixed stems of early spring flowers e.g. aconites, crested iris, hellebores or snowdrops 

2.   3 stems of winter flowering shrub     3.   ‘Winter Mixture’ (Floral Art - NPM)

 

I trust you all had a very Merry Christmas and I wish you a Happy New Year,

 

Jose