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Eastern [lien Wl Members from Eastern Area participated in a .Illed day of activities at their FlaIIy held in the Irew Armories in May. The focus was on the Federated Women's Institutes ol Canada (FWIC), with each of the 11 Districts in the Area putting up a display on their assigned province or territory. A three-minute talk or skit depicting the dress, climate, industry, food and points of interest in that region was entertaining and informative. Needlework, candy making and writing competitions, fashion shows and numerous officer recognitions were also a part at the day-long event Henfrew North District PRO Vicky Dutley (right) and District Newspaper Liaison Elaine Hennessy (left) are shown in front of their display an Newfoundland and Labrador. Submitted by Elaine Hennessy Junetown WI, Leeds, Kingston flreu For this Branch, Easter celebrations last spring included an Easter Bonnet Parade and Tea Party held at the Mailorytown Community Centre. Prizes were presented to those donning the most original, funniest and most artistic bonnets, The proceeds from this fun day went to “Focus High for Wi. " Submtlled by Beverly Ferguson. President. Junetown WI Maple Ridge Wl, lennmt-ildcliltgton, Kingston Area Members of this Branch gathered for a photo opportunity in front of the Jubilee Flag in celebration of the Queen's 50th Jubilee in March. Everyone sang God Save the Queen, received a Jubilee Pin and enjoyed a propercup of tea served in line fashion in honour of the occasion. Submttled by Margaret Winter. PFID, Maple Ridge W1, Rozerlene WI, lintoln, ill-tr or: f‘n‘ Braving the cold with much enthusiasm, members of the Hosedene Wl walked the Smith ville Santa Claus Parade last year. A lioat iii/ed with toys, doll cradles andstulfed animals of all shapes and sizes fit the theme at the Parade - “Babes in Toy Land." With sore feet and cold noses and toes, members wished all a Merry Christmas as they handed out candy and Wl pamphlets. From left to right are members Bonnie Byleveied, Maryana Wiilms, Jan MacLean, Brenda Vaughn, Virginia Blackman. June Fenwick, Gail Scheiienberg and her baby daughter Joyclyn. Subrmlled by Vltglnla Blackman, PRO Deliew hills Wt, tiiiugum, Hamilton [lieu This Branch honoured three long-time members - Esther Summers (left), Edith Warner (centre) and Jean Sutherland (right) - ata luncheon in June. All three are active members at the Branch. Submllled by Margaret Lawrence The Mount Albert Wt gathered to honour long-time member Dorothy Jordan. The Branch hosted a day's festivities b r catering relresnmen ts to the nearly 200 friends and family thatcame to recognize Dorothy's dedication. The group proudly wears their Wl pins and aprons. Shown from left to right are Ellen Bunn, Joyce Calvin, Lucille Graham. Ellen Power. lva Wood, Dorothy Jordan. Miriam Jardine. Ann Potts and Betty Dixon. Submllled by Ellen PcwerSectelalyvTreasulel Russell District Wis View (luili ol Qelmtging in July the Cumberland Branch hosted a bus trip to Williamstown, Ontario, to view “The Guilt oi Belonging." The quilt is being created as a celebration oiaii ethnic and cultural groups across Canada. This unique tapestry will be 140 feetiongby 12leethigh, The needlework quilt will travel the country to be viewed by all. Submtlled by Colleen Cox. EdUCallDI'l CDOldlflalDl, Russell. Easlern Area Humr‘sieud W5, t’et’ih Centre, Guelph [lien Hampstead WI member Celine Koiimer made and donated a Log Cabin Guilt to the Sirarford OuiitShatv, She made the quilt in memory oi her niece who died ol breast cancer at the age ofSB in Germany, All ofthe quilts are auctioned and the money is donated to the Cancer Society. Suhrntlled klvlsabiâ€"lDlEl‘ll Prim. Tv.-.t-»=rlsmtm HlSlDly‘ (ma-m Allan! Wt, ltliugut‘n, Humilion [lien in April. the Alianburg Wl l' n v i t e d neighbouring Branches to a course where they made a 12-potnl star centrepiece. The proceeds lrom this event were donated to the Eriand Lee (Museum) Home Restore the Roof Project. Seated at the sewing machine is Barbara Senske from the DeCew Falls WI and beside her is Hanny Lenson. Allanburg Wi President and course Instructor. . ‘ autumnallgyltttmmt lir-nl s, may,» Home E Country, Fall 7003 15