Early October, we visited the Hastings Orphans Club, which was formed in 1913.  Our Branch had last visited them for lunch and entertainment when they celebrated their 100 years in 2013.  Their club members (all men) cooked and served a most delicious two course meal for 64 of our members. We were then entertained with “a good old sing along” and various hillarious skits.  A most relaxing way to spend a very wet day.  It was intriguing to see some of our Founders members in a different light as they are also members of the Orphans Club. Two more “Friend of Hawke's Bay Branch” Certificates were presented to Margaret Brockelbank and Beverley Dunlop.

Photos:

1          Margaret Brockelbank and Beverley Dunlop with President Paddy Bayley following presentation of their “Friend” Certificates

2          Orphans Club Men busy in the kitchen.

3          Helen Scott being served her meal.