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THE FWIC Convention is June 14-17, 2006 in Red Deer, Alberta Registration packages can be ordered from Brenda Willsie, Box 373, Bowden, Alberta TOM 0K0 Telephone 403-224-3153 or on the FWIC website at www.na|d.ca/fwic.htm FWIC Into the North Project Total monies given to this project â€" $15,042.65 A total of 74 boxes have been sent to the communities of Sheshatshui and Hopedale - all transported free from St. John’s to the communities. Workshops are being looked at and planned for the people of the communities on diabetes (which is extremely high), suicide, training in cooking and nutrition, etc. This is what they (the people of Hopedale) have said is of vital importance to them. Margaret Yetman, President of FWIC went to Hopedale and spoke with some ofthe women there. Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead The Ontario Trillium Foundation funded changes to the kitchen at the Homestead to create a meeting and education room and for furnishings. Be sure to check it out and all the other exciting things happening at the Homestead. All FWIC competition entries MUST be submitted into their office by March 1, 2006. Any received after that date will be returned. Rooted to the Past, Sharing our History at the International Plowing Match. The recently amalgamated Huronâ€"Perth WI was invited to participate in this year‘s International Plowing Match that was held near Llstowel. The WI display featured a 10’ x 14 ’ replica of The Erland Lee (Museum) Home that was auctioned off raising more than $4,000. A non-WI member and chair of the Family Lifestyles Area, Ruth Long, originated the idea of the replica house as a tribute to the work of Women's Institute. The Distinctively Tea Shop in .I Stratford created a special blend tea especially for the 2005 IPM that was sold in the replica house. WI Volunteers were key to the success of the event. Beautifully wrapped baskets prepared by members were used as door prizes throughout the day and winners were delighted with the contents. A huge thank you to Ruth Long, Nancy Rothwell and all the WI Volunteers The 10’ x 14' replica house was built by Jim Cox and painted and decorated by Ray and Mary Rock and the committee members. "God Be With You" This inspirational collection ofsongs compiled and sung by Women‘s Institute of Nova Scotia Member Susan Ueffing is now available! The Women’s Institutes of Nova Scotia Box 550 Truro. NS BZN 5E3 or email: osbornct@gov.ns.ca. A proud member WI Member and accomplished singer, it was Susan's dream to show her support for the programs and projects of the Women’s Institutes. All proceeds from the sale of the CD will be donated to the WINS. Songs include Be Not Afraid, | Lift Up My Soul, Amazing Grace, Ave Maria, God Be With You and more! Ladies Night Out This evening of beautifying your life included speakers from Curves Fitness for Women. a local garden centre, a hat display, a Regal display and more! At least 50 women gathered to exercise, make crafts and listen to the speakers. Last year the program session helped attain one new member and this year’s session has several ladies inquiring about the Branch. To order a copy of ’God Be With You', send Sis plus $3 for shipping and handling ($18 total per CD) to: 10 2mm “Kassie 4 ~ Wham; ‘fluâ€"sfln’fl§\ '