Adderbury & District WI

Burlesque and Cabaret fund-raising evening
2026-03-20 19:30 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
This evening promises to be great fun. Cream Tease, led by Miss Cherry Buns, who demonstrated the art of burlesque at a Members Meeting will entertain the audience at this ticketed event. A magician will also be on the programme. It is for over 18’s only. Wine and nibbles will be available to purchase, but please bring cash. The Committee have arranged this event to raise funds towards the purchase of another defibrillator for the village. This is in support of the WI’s national campaign Bystanders can be Life Savers. Tickets cost £10 but numbers are strictly limited.

Meriel's Book Group
2026-03-31 18:30 - 20:00
Our March discussion will be at the Bell starting at 6.30pm. If you would like to join us you would be most welcome. Please contact a committee member or Margaret H or jus join us at the Bell.

Members' Meeting
2026-04-02 19:20 - 21:30
This evening we will welcome Carol Shearman and Christine from the Banbury-based charity Dogs for Good. We will find out about their work in the community and with individuals and families for whom a bond with a trained assistance dog can be life changing. There will be merchandise for sale to raise money for the charity, so please bring some cash.

Wednesday Book Group
2026-04-08 19:30 - 21:30
Mary will be our host for this evening when we shall be sharing our thoughts about James Rebank’s book The Place of Tides.

Mahjong Group
2026-04-13 14:00 - 16:00
Everyone is welcome to come and see what the game involves and perhaps join in. The best way to learn Mahjong is to play it! Please note the change in dates for meetings in April.

Mahjong Group
2026-04-27 14:00 - 16:00
Do come and learn about this ancient and fascinating game. The dates for April are different because the first Monday when we would usually meet is Easter Monday Bank Holiday.

Mahjong Group
2026-05-04 14:00 - 16:00
This very popular group is open to WI members and to villagers. If you would like to find out more about this ancient and fascinating game please join us at the Library. The way to learn Mahjong is to play it and we are mostly beginners, slowly developing our skill and understanding.

Members' Meeting
2026-05-07 19:20 - 21:30
After our brief business meeting Michelle Johnson will help us to understand more about the fast-changing online world and how to develop the awareness and tools we need to stay safe from increasingly sophisticated scammers and fraudsters.

Discussion Group
2026-05-11 14:00 - 16:00
Our group is a very informal one and we would love you to join us at The Burrow where we enjoy coffee and perhaps some cake while we talk about matters of interest to those present. Please contact Margaret H or just come to The Burrow at 2 o’clock.

Wednesday Book Group
2026-05-13 19:30 - 21:30
We will meet at Dawn’s this month to talk about Harriet Constable’s book The Instrumentalist, set in Venice in Vivaldi’s time.

Mahjong Group
2026-05-18 14:00 - 16:00
WI members and villagers meet at the Library every two weeks to learn how to play Mahjong by playing it. If you would like to watch us playing and talk to us about the game we would be happy to welcome you. Just come to Library and see if it appeals to you. If you would like to join us there is a small charge to cover the hire of the room..

Meriel's Book Group
2026-05-26 18:30 - 20:30
Our May discussion will be at the Bell starting at 6.30pm. If you would like to join us please contact a committee member or Margaret H or just come and join us at the Bell. We will be happy to welcome you.

Wednesday Book Group
2026-06-10 19:30 - 21:30
Every year we read and discuss a classic novel and for this month we have chosen Villette by Charlotte Bronte. Sheila has kindly offered to host us.
