braden01 Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 ...as it seems like we are a pretty friendly bunch on here! I just wanted to wave the flag for a fun, friendship and fundraising non-profit organisation that I belong to and you may not have heard of: Ladies Circle. We're the sister organisation to Round Table which you may have heard of - same thing but for women aged 18-45, not men. There are 100s of clubs around the country (anyone around Radlett, Herts please PM me!) and I've been a member myself for about 6 years now - it's such a great way of meeting new friends locally, helping raise money for whatever charities you want to support etc. Circle has been going for over 70 years in the UK and there are clubs in many other countries too: you can even get involved at National and/or International level if you fancy it. In my club, we do everything from Poker Nights to Sing-a-long-a-Mama Mia! We're pretty typical: most of us work, most of us have kids and we meet about every 2 weeks in the evening and a few weekend get-togethers through the year. Everyone is very friendly and up for having a laugh, trying new things and trying to give a bit back. If you'd like to find out if there is a club near you, just go to www.ladies-circle.org.uk or drop them an email via the site. Flag waving over! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Phew! I thought this was going to be gynaecological! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braden01 Posted February 23, 2009 Author Share Posted February 23, 2009 Phew! I thought this was going to be gynaecological! After a few bottles of wine, it can get that way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Phew! I thought this was going to be gynaecological! we're both out of the age bracket anyhow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Phew! I thought this was going to be gynaecological! that made me roar laughing!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Shame - I do all that, work, young children etc. But too old Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 That makes 4 of us then - so what are we doing in this thread? It's very ageist isn't it? - I thought clubs like Rotary were erm........for older men anyway and would have assumed the same about its sister group? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clootie Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 That makes 4 of us then - so what are we doing in this thread? 5! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ana's flock Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 6! Should we start an 'older sister' group for over 45s? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 We're obviously scared of missing something! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braden01 Posted February 23, 2009 Author Share Posted February 23, 2009 That makes 4 of us then - so what are we doing in this thread? It's very ageist isn't it? - I thought clubs like Rotary were erm........for older people anyway and would have assumed the same about its sister group? You're right: Rotary is just over 18 and we're not affiliated to them. Round Table and Ladies Circle are both 18-45. When we get kicked out (ceremoniously of course), you can go on to either 41 Club (used to be 18-40, hence their name) or Tangent respectively. We do not get pushed out onto an ice-floe once we hit 45 - just keeps the all the clubs vibrant as new members are always joining, bringing new ideas etc and we're all at similar 'life stages' (or some such PC-like phrase). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 I am young enough.. yeeeha!!! *blows raspberries at everyone* It's not my thing though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 I do think it's a good idea, but putting an age limit on in order to ensure that people are at the same life stages is maybe getting a bit outdated now isn't it? After all, although most of the Mothers of my son's friends are half my age, there are a significant number of us in their 40s that could hardly be classed as 'young Mums'! And because of that we also don't fit in with other women in their 40s whose children may now be leaving home for university so they have a bit more spare time on their hands. Sorry, I didn't mean to get on my soapbox. I really like the idea - but I don't like that I'm too old Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 you can take my place snowy!.. I agree with you thought, I dont like age restrictions like this in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tessa the Duchess Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Sorry, I didn't mean to get on my soapbox. I really like the idea - but I don't like that I'm too old [/color] I don't think I'm too old either Snowy, and I am postively ancient compared to most of you. If I were to join something like this, which is unlikely to be honest, I would prefer the age restrictions to be 18 to 120 Tessa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms Marple Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 I do think it's a good idea, but putting an age limit on in order to ensure that people are at the same life stages is maybe getting a bit outdated now isn't it? After all, although most of the Mothers of my son's friends are half my age, there are a significant number of us in their 40s that could hardly be classed as 'young Mums'! And because of that we also don't fit in with other women in their 40s whose children may now be leaving home for university so they have a bit more spare time on their hands. Sorry, I didn't mean to get on my soapbox. I really like the idea - but I don't like that I'm too old I with you there Snowy!!! I am too old as well apparently However not sure about the kids off to uni more time on their hands...My OS says that the girls were a substitute for him. HUH At least they take themselves to bed at night!! I get really mad with the age limit thing. Its about who you are and what you are interested in whatever your age. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 all these ages.... sounds like a teenage holiday thing. Club 45-60 anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Another crumblie (crumbly??) here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms Marple Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I may be a little over 45 but I AIN'T NO crumbly Make us sound like biscuits! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 all these ages.... sounds like a teenage holiday thing. Club 45-60 anyone? I like the sound of that. Where should we wreck first? Did I say wreck....sorry I meant visit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clootie Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I've heard the Zimmer Museum of Hip Replacements is very interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Club 45 - 60 is discriminatory as well I prefer the sound of Club 18 - 120 myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I've heard the Zimmer Museum of Hip Replacements is very interesting. *sprays tea all over screen* The Gutta Percha Museum of Dentures is always worth a visit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 all these ages.... sounds like a teenage holiday thing. Club 45-60 anyone? hey I cant join!!!!.. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 all these ages.... sounds like a teenage holiday thing. Club 45-60 anyone? hey I cant join!!!!.. :lol: See my last post - you can join my club! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
