Social Events

Through the year the Shed organises a number of social events.

BBQ on the First Friday of every month at 12:00 - All welcome, it's a good time for non-members to visit the shed to see if you would like to join.

The two most important annual 'occasions' are the summer BBQ and the Christmas Lunch.

In addition a number of trips or social events are held. This year 2024, we continued with our two main events the Summer BBQ which was held 22nd September and the Christmas Lunch, 6th December. We have a joint meeting with Berewood Women's Institute planned 16th October 2024 where we will assist the WI members to make something from wood. A popular event amongst members as they make exceedingly good cake! As we creep in towards the seasonal ‘C’ word, Waterlooville Men’s Shed are now planning this years lunch. A couple of notes:-

a. Venue: Cowplain Activity Centre, Date 6th December, Time 1130 for 1200

b. Christmas Lunch financial arrangements. It was agreed at the 2024 AGM that for future lunches the membership criteria for WMS funded lunch would be those who are fully paid up members as at 1st October of each year plus partners. There will be a leeway to pay membership fees for this year only as an exception rather than the rule, so the final closing date will be end of October for this year only. Those members paying any later and new members joining would still be able to attend but at their own cost for them and their partners.

c. We will be holding a raffle again this year. Any prize donations will be gratefully received and a receptacle will be placed in the galley to receive them.

d. A list for names and meal requirements will be posted on the noticeboard on Monday 7th October. Although the Shed will be closed for any personal work, you will be able call in the galley and place your requirements on the list. For those who will be paying and only require a two course meal the cost would be £15.99. The three course option would be £17:95. List closing date 1st November to enable Paul to finalise arrangements and menu with the Activity Centre.

Ho Ho Ho!

2024 is the 10th anniversary of our opening and it is hoped to celebrate this in some way during the year. Again watch for Newsletters or emails and any notice published on the Website.

We are happy to organise any occasion or trip members feel may be of interest to others.