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We have two main types of meetings –

  • 'Speaker' evenings, where a guest speaker will entertain, educate and inspire us with a talk or demonstration, or tell us about the work of their organisation and

  • ‘Activity' evenings, where members will share their skills and knowledge and we all have a go at something new.

All meetings are free to members. Visitors are always very welcome  but please try to let us know if you plan to visit us. Your first two visits are free, but we may ask for a small contribution to the cost of consumables on activity nights.

We also have a series of interest groups for members to join. 

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The topics of meetings below may change if speakers or activities become unavailable at short notice. Alternative arrangements will be made in place of the advertised topics. 

What's On: Meet the Team
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8 Jan 2026

What antiques can tell us
Explore the stories that antiques can tell, and look at some quirky items, and perhaps bring your own to show the group. 

Photography theme: abandoned buildings

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5 Feb 2026

Mixing farming and pottery
how working on a mixed farm combines with my passion for all things pottery with Liz 

Photography theme: sky - stars, colours etc

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5 March 2026

Refresh your CPR skills
Come along and refresh you skills with CPR, using a defibrillator and helping someone who is choking, including children. 

Photography theme: glass e.g. stained

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2 April 2026

Let's Sparkles together
Helen Plumb, a gemologist of international reputation, will share her knowledge of glorious coloured gemstones. 

Photography theme: signs of spring

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7 May 2026

Fondant flowers
Watch a demonstration then follow instructions to make a fondant rose flower with Nicola.

Photography theme: rainbows

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4 June 2026

A walk in the woods
Sparkles AGM

Woodland photography and photography tips, followed by the Sparkles AGM.

Photography theme: floral

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2 July 2026

The history of the teddy bear
Where did our favourite childhood friend come from and other questions. There will be plenty of teddy bears to cuddle!

Photography theme: graffiti

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August 2026 

Summer outing or activity
To be Confirmed

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3 Sept 2026

Women's health
Maintaining long-term good physical and mental health, before, during and after the menopause and other life stages.

Photography theme: summer memories

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1 Oct 2026

The True Brideshead
A local family that rose to power at Madresfield Court and inspired Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited

Photography theme: still life

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 5 Nov 2026

Sparkles WI Annual Craft Competition 
A display of arts and crafts produced by our many talented (and not so talented) members. 

Photography theme: Halloween fun

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3 Dec 2026

 Christmas trees at the Lion Hotel
A talk from John about life in the Lion Hotel at Christmas over the years. 

Photography theme: tinsel town

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7 Jan 2027

The journey of saying YES
It can get you into trouble, but can also open opportunities you never thought possible. Enlightenment from Meg.

Photography theme: silhouettes

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4 Feb 2027

Charity - Troop Aid
How this charity supports injured British service personnel to restore comfort, dignity, and a sense of home. 

Photography theme: rain

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4 March 2027

A crafty night with Jo
A hands-on crafting session led by Jo from the  Crafty café in Droitwich. 

Photography theme: intrigue or something unusual

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