ANNUAL COUNCIL MEETING 2010
Once again, the All Nations Centre in the centre of Leicester was the venue for this meeting.  Below are some photographs to remind you of this excellent event:


Matthew Collins who was the afternoon speaker, is [quote] "a middle-aged, bald bloke who makes a living writing and talking about travel and being a dad."  He kept members amused with many hilarious tales of family life and travel.


 The Brenda Barnet Trophy was won by the Horseshoe Group, with this magnificent display depicting Autumn ...


 ...and Avon Group were worthy runners-up with their delightful depiction also of Autumn


The Federation Art Trophy was won by Deirdre Cook of Thornton WI


The Judges Calendar Cup was won by Patricia Baker of Quorn WI


This year's Festival of Music Howarth Trophy for a Duet was wone by Audrey Hurst (pictured) and Christina Glenton, both members of Thurnby, Bushby and Stoughton WI.


The Membership Bell was jointly won by Melton Afternoon WI, Burbage WI, Earl Shilton Evening WI and Oadby Brookside WI.  Seen here sharing the bell are (l to r) Gillian Beavis, Barbara Haberfield, Barbara Woodward and Jean Ellicock


The Federation's informal Tea Cosy competition held for the first time, was very popular ....


...and the winner was Ann Devitt of Blackfordby WI