Ulladulla Evening VIEW Club

At our Club’s 34th Birthday, President, Janelle presented a VIEW 10 year badge to Karen, who transferred from Eugowra VIEW Club, and 20 year badges to long term members Elaine and Helen, both having held several committee positions. 

Congratulations ladies for your ongoing support who can be seen in the accompanying photo, with President Janelle.

Guest Speaker at our July birthday meeting, was Grant from The South Coast Domestic Task Force. who spoke about a committee that has been formed to work with the police and other organisations to implement a pilot program to intervene in cases of domestic violence.

In Canberra the Intervention Approach and education was very successful and led to more reporting and effective follow up. Without community wide education and diversionary programs for those convicted, the cycle of abuse continues. Education in families, schools and communities to change the mind-set of We don’t want to get involved must change. 

Accompanying photo shows eight Members and friends, who caught up for the July Meet & Greet at Akora Café in the Coles forecourt, Ulladulla

Janey gave a presentation describing the History of The Entertainers, a dedicated local volunteer cast and crew of a wonderful annual variety stage performance that began in 1970. Over the years, their performances have raised more than a million dollars for local charities and organisations.

Original members brought a small group of community minded singers and players together to share their talents and interests. Janey, Craig and their children joined the group in 1986 along with a fast growing, supportive performing community. Janey loved such a wonderful community of talent and fun. In more recent years, performers and crew come from every walk of life, the young, the old, students, teachers, doctors, builders, shop owners and more; they are all special!

Janey mentioned about some of the inspirational women founders and current members, that they are ordinary women wanting to share their love of community: I am so grateful for my part in it all.  Thanks to Janey and Craig for their presentation.

Accompanying photo shows Jo thanking Janey for the wonderful presentation.

A huge THANK YOU to Bev for opening her home for our June Meet & Greet. 19 members and 12 guests enjoyed wonderful company and a delicious lunch cooked by Bev and Margaret, with scones made by Bev's Mum, Judy.

Thank you also to Sue Mc for selling her hand towels and beanies, with donations of $515 received on the day to support The Smith Family's Learning for Life Program. Well done to everyone for their work and support for an excellent fundraiser. 

Guest speaker Ellie Fitzpatrick, kept Members enthralled with her talk, when together with three other Ulladulla High School students Ellie was awarded a Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge Scholarship. She trained hard and felt excited and privileged to be chosen.

The muddy mountainous track was definitely a challenge but Ellie’s insight into what the soldiers went through along the track, carrying heavy packs and hauling heavy equipment while being fired upon by the enemy, was truly an inspiration. Ellie’s experience has encouraged her to pursue a career with the Australian Air Force. Her presentation was most engaging. 

Guest Speaker, Raelene Steele informed Members that there are more than 70 grants and rebates available through Services NSW, and welcomed seniors and those with concession cards to make an appointment with her to find out if they are receiving all the benefits available to them.

Grants and rebates include energy and health services, transport, will preparation and much more. She was a wealth of information!

We had an interesting and fun filled May Dinner Meeting, with Enid reading the very funny story entitled Registering My Dog that she had written for our 25th Anniversary VIEW book A VIEW from the Heart.

Enid had the ladies enthralled with the convoluted questioning, form filling and Justice of the Peace antics at the Registry Office. Elsie and Bev each gave an interesting short Pen Portrait  of their life and following that, Margaret explained how to play Rummyking, and the ladies sat in groups of four to test their skill at number sequencing and strategies. A very enjoyable evening. 

New member Chris received her Welcome Joining Pack and her badge from Vice President, Jo.

Photo L-R: Chris and Jo


 

Members had a great chat and cuppa at the May Meet and Greet. 

Photo Lt-R: Maz, Sue, Hilda, Jo, Eimear, Elaine, Margaret, Judi and Helen.


 

Photo L-R: Jenny and Cheryl also at the May Meet and Greet.

Milton Follies member, Ruth spoke about her passion in the performing arts and the 21 years she has spent in roles on and off the stage, including Director, Producer, Musical Director, Play writer, performer and treasurer.  Her enthusiasm for the Milton Follies is definitely infectious.

Michelle spoke about her playwriting experience and performed a very professional rendition of Liza Minnelli's song Cabaret, and looked spectacular in her sparkly red jumpsuit.  What an amazingly talented lady.  Both ladies emphasised the family atmosphere, communal support and lasting friendships the Milton Follies and performing arts has provided for them.

The photo shows Hilda, with Michelle and Ruth.

Members celebrate with Kath for her 90th Birthday at our November Meet and Greet

The Community Expo had stalls from 90 local not-for-profit organisations and was a great success.  A locally donated quilt was raffled to raise funds the The Smith Family Learning for Life program.

President Jo presented long standing Member, Enid, with beautiful native flowers from the Club to celebrate a special birthday.  Enid also spoke about her enjoyable time at the Hobart Convention.

Our very enjoyable September Meet and Greet at Miriams Narrawilly Farm followed Miriam and Jeanie's August presentation of Proggy Rug Making and wool spinning demonstration.

Guest speaker for September was Catherine who is the archivist for the Milton Ulladulla Historical Society.  During her excellent presentation she spoke about five women who were very influential in our local history in their chosen fields being; faith, indigenous life, health, education and art.

We also welcomed new Member Wendy, (left) with friend Penny.