Programme of Events 2009
2009 CLUB NIGHTS
Usually the fourth Tuesday of each month
At 8 pm St.Michaels Church,
Sir Walter Raleigh Drive,Rayleigh,Essex.
Interesting Speakers, raffle, refreshments included .
Admission : members £1.00, visitors £2.00
27th January 2009
Speaker Robin Carsberg
Growing and Showing Fuschsia's
Robin used to work in Information Technology. I.T to us, and that would explain the lovely
information sheet he produces. He has also collated a speaker's list, and is an Essex
Guild Judge. He used to specialize in Fuschia's and Pelargoniums, but due to the extensive care
they need in the summer months, it restricted his travelling, so now concentrates on cacti,
succulants and orchids. Robin has also a 1/3 of an acre garden, which keeps him busy.
24th February 2009
Speaker Cliff Moore
Pound Wood & Little Havens Nature Reserves
Cliff was seconded in 1974 by Barclays Bank to work for the Wildlife Trust, and has been a
member every since. Cliff is also Chairman of Castle Point's Local Group, and Chairman of the
Pound Wood and Little havens Management Committee.
His other interests are Travel, History and Railways.
24th March 2009
AGM
Speaker Clinton Lee
Times of Nelson
Clint was an electrical engineer and travelled the Middle East and all over Europe, before decided
to buy his own Electrical Company. Apart from his subject tonight, Clint also is an accomplished
Clinton Lee Wood Turner and Carver, and produces some lovely work. He also enjoys gardening, of course. Clint and his wife also work for a charity Southend F.A.B taking physically handicapped and Able
Bodied members on holiday, all over Europe and the U.K. Clint drives the 15 seater coach.
28nd April 2009
Speaker Essex Air Ambulance
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance
Essex Air Ambulance was established as a charity in 1997. The first air ambulance for Essex was
launched in 1998. Today the EC135 Eurocopter launched in May 2003 is in operation 7 days a wk
in daylight hours and attend on averaged 3-5 emergencies a day. Each flight costs in access of
£2000, but the charity receives no lottery funding. To date (August 2008) the aircraft has flown
more than 9,000 missions, and it is the generous people of Essex that they continue to fly into the
future.
26th May 2009
Speaker Margaret Willis
Bedding Plants and their uses
Trained for 3 years at Writtle College from 1984-1987. for 6 years trained pupils with disabilities
at Truelove nursery in Ingatestone in Horticultural.
Margaret has also taught Garden Design at Havering college. Margaret has also got a shop, dealing
in Vintage Fabrics, Tapestrys, China and glass. Incorporated in the shop is a lovely Café.
Some of her items have been featured in top class magazines. So if you want to visit, it is in
Columbia Road near the Flower Market.
23rd June 2009
Speaker David Williams
Flow of History (2000 years of River Thames)
David is a qualified City of London Guide and Lecturer, and at the moment is studying for a
History Degree. Before David retired, he was a film and T.V producer and writer for documentaries.
He is also Press officer for C.P.R.E -Protection of Rural England, that is to stop turning Essex
into a concrete jungle. And lastly, Chairman of Manchester Drive Allotment Society. Busy Man.
28th July 2009
Speaker Michael Davis
Bygone Rayleigh
Is a great friend of Ernie Lane, and when Ernie retired, asked Michael to carry on his work on
the History of Rayleigh. He is on the committee of Southend Pier Museum and has been
Treasurer and Membership Secretary. He also belongs to the British Titanic Society for the
last 20 years. A shareholder in Southend United, and was a financial advisor before he retired.
25th August 2009
Speaker Jean Andow
Flower Arranging
Jean trained at Writtle and Greensward College for floristry and flower arranging. She started
teaching in 2000 and finished teacher training in 2005 with her Degree. At the moment, Jean
teaches at Southend Adult Community College Castlepoint & Rochford Adult Community College, and
the Globe Beckton which is in Newham. HOBBIES - Gardening, Beading and up to 6 years ago,
teaching and playing netball. Jean is also a Balloon Artist, making people happy at various celebrations.
22nd September 2009
Speaker Ken Crowe
The Prittlewell Prince
Ken started out as a teacher, but joined Southend Borough Council in 1981, and is now "The
Keeper of Human History (Curator) of Southend Museums. This covers Archology, Social History,
Local History and Coins. His hobbies are, Historial research, & Travelling. Ken particully likes
France and has just discovered Austria, which he has fallen in love with.
27th October 2009
Speaker Sue Howarth-Reading
Eyes along the Coast National Coastwatch
Sue joined National Coastwatch in 1999, then did a masters degree in maritime history, trained
as an advisor for CAB and completed NOCN's 1,2 & 3 in Art. Sue had to upsize to house her
ever growing collection of paintings and books, also doubling her garden, hence her membership
to our society. She also belongs to the Royal Horticultural Society, The Art Fund, National Trust
and a founder member of the National Maritime Museum. Holidya this century included a voyage
a tramp steamer to the Shetlands Islands a a week on Trinity House Vessel Patricia.
Sue was also a Head Teacher at a comprehensive school. No wonder she loves learning!
24th November 2009
Trophy Presentation evening,
Buffet & Quiz Night with Gordon
Other events
Annual General Meeting
Tuesday 24th March 2009
At 8pm St Michael's Church, Rayleigh.
To consider the Society's Annual Report and Accounts for 2008
Spring Show
Sunday 5th April 2009
At 2pm Mill Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7ED.
Show of Flowers and homecrafts.
Plants for sale and other stalls.
Admission £1.00 ~ exhibitors free ~ children free.
Plant Sale
Sunday 17th May 2009
To be held at the Store site.
At 10 am til 12 noon
Tables £2 each for members only to sell their excess plants. Please book your tables at The Store before the day. Everyone welcome.
The Trading Store will be OPEN
Summer Show
Sunday 21st June 2009
At 2 pm Mill Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7ED.
Show of Flowers,Fruit,Vegetables and Homecrafts
Plants for sale and other stalls.
Admission £1.00 ~ exhibitors free ~ children free.
Autumn Show
Sunday 13th September 2009
At 2pm Mill Arts & Events Centre,Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7ED.
Show of Flowers,Fruit ,Vegetables and Homecrafts.
Bulbs and Gardening goods for sale and other stalls .
Admission £1.00 ~ exhibitors free ~ children free.
Cup and Trophy Presentation Evening, Buffet and Quiz.
Tuesday 24th November 2009
At 8pm St. Michael's Church, Sir Walter Raleigh Drive, Rayleigh, Essex.
Several Coach Outings during the year
See Newsletter or News Page or notice board at The Store