So-Sew W.I

05/06/2026

Wow! Tonight’s meeting was packed with amazing hands-on experiences and some surprising facts.

We were fascinated to learn that the organisation predominantly takes in rescue animals and were given numerous examples of animals found in local areas after their owners realised they were not suitable pets. One particularly memorable example was a huge wolf that had been discovered living in a home in Hanley.

We were also amazed to discover how these fabulous animals have contributed to the development of new cancer treatments, all without being harmed.

Comments from members confirmed that this was a truly wonderful experience ❤️

03/06/2026

🦁🐯🐻 Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! 🐻🐯🦁

Okay, so we might not have lions, tigers and bears joining us at the village hall tomorrow, but we do have a collection of animals that Sir David Attenborough would be proud of!

We're delighted to be welcoming The unconventional Menagerie for an evening of fascinating animals, incredible facts and up-close encounters (if that's your vibe!).

Expect snakes, lizards, parrots, creepy crawlies and some cute and cuddly friends too.

➡️ Thu 4 June
➡️ 7pm
➡️ Penkhull Village Hall

Visitors are welcome to attend for a £6 visitor fee. Drop us a message if you'd like to come along and discover what your local Penkhull WI is all about!

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27/05/2026

🎉 It’s County Show day 🎉

Amanda has been manning the raffle stand with Pat - who can literally sell ice to an Eskimo!

If you’re at the Staffordshire County Show tomorrow, then stop on by…tickets are £5 for a chance to win a River Thames Cruise for Two and all funds go to SFWI : Staffordshire Federation Women's Institutes

Congratulations to Georgina for landing 3rd place in the seashell art comp - we’ll be sharing all pics tomorrow.

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14/05/2026

What a brilliant WI meeting — full of smiles, laughter and fun. The refreshments gave a beautiful balance of fruit and, naughty but nice, homemade cakes! A huge thank you to Marc for a wonderfully entertaining evening, and thank you to all our members and guests for your continued support. , ,

12/05/2026

✨ Strictly So-Sew ✨

Get those dancing shoes ready because this Thursday we’re learning the iconic House of Bamboo routine from This City Is Ours and it’s giving serious group dance vibes!

No partner, no pressure and no dance experience needed. Just bring your best moves and get ready for fun evening.

➡️ Thu 14th May
➡️ 7pm
➡️ Penkhull Village Hall

Visitors are very welcome for just £6, including the activity, tea and cake.

Drop us a DM if you would like to attend, so we know to expect you.

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08/05/2026

Happy Birthday Sir David 🎉🥳

Happy Birthday Sir David, you ledge 🐛🦇🐗🐧🐢🐍🐙🪼🦑🦀🐬🐋🐡🦧🦒🐊🦩🦥🌴🌿🌎
100 brilliant years 🎂 and still a pretty good head of hair too 🙌

06/05/2026

💜 REMINDER💜

We have no WI meeting this week, as always our May will be Thursday 14th May at Penkhull Village Hall.

We've been very quiet on the socials in April due to holidays and illness, but we're back and ready to share all of upcoming activities!

See you next week!

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01/04/2026

💜 New Membership Day 💜

Woohoo! Tomorrow is our So-Sew AGM, it's a chance to look back at last year’s highlights, discuss our 26-27 programme (below) and elect our committee and President for the year ahead.

Membership for the year is £54, which works out at £4.50 per meeting (BARGIN!) this includes:

➡️All of our meetings (creative workshops, inspiring speakers)
➡️Access to online WI info training
➡️WI Life magazine (straight to your door)
➡️Sweet and savoury treats at each meeting
➡️So-Sew WI goodies

The committee will be on cake duty and we’ll be teaming up with the brilliant Urban Wilderness CIC to create giant daisies for the Longton Pig Walk.

To round off the evening there may be a game of bingo, so don’t forget your dabbers!

See you from 7pm!

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16/03/2026

We might have to wait until February 2027, but we can't wait for this - who's in?

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In February 2027, we're producing the stage premiere of Academy award winner Rachel Shenton's Gladstone Girls, in association with Slick Films

Set in the Potteries, the story explores the lives of a group of female pottery workers determined to protect their cherished 'Curl Friday' factory tradition.

Celebrating the spirit of working class women whose voices helped shape a movement, and based on the original podcast from Slick Films, this play blends heart, humour and history for a vivid theatrical production filled with warmth.

Dates: Sat 6 - Sat 27 February 2027

Location: New Vic Theatre , Newcastle-under-Lyme

📸Tony Blake

Tickets on sale Wed 25 March
New Vic Members - Book from Wed 18 March 12pm

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day!

A big thank you to Jess from the RAF Museum for delivering such an inspiring presentation and sharing the incredible stories of women who have made their mark in aviation history.

It was fantastic for our members and visitors to hear these powerful stories and to come together to celebrate the achievements, strength and impact of women past and present.

Moments like this are a great reminder of how important it is to keep sharing and learning from these inspiring journeys.

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