Garforth Townswomens Guild

24/08/2026

This looks like fun!
Look at that gorgeous cake 😃

20/08/2026

Who was Maud Hummerston?

She was our first female librarian! She worked at Armley Library in 1912 as ‘Chief Storyteller’ where she read books to children, beginning our now beloved story and rhyme sessions.

She has now been rightly celebrated as part of the ground floor refurbishment at Leeds Central Library, with a beautiful new events space named after her: The Hummerston Suite. It can be booked for use by organisations and community groups.

To mark the occasion, and celebrate Leeds 400, our children's team have created a special one-off edition of her publication "Chimney Corner" which you'll find on our Secret Library blog - link in comments 👇

19/08/2026

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17/08/2026

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Amy Hunt asserts herself as Great Britain's new track sensation after winning an unprecedented four gold medals at the European Athletics Championships.

13/08/2026

Hottest day EVER!!!

However, we enjoyed our annual excursion.
Firstly, we went to Elsecar Heritage Centre .
Then back on the coach to Whitby's Fish and Chip Restaurant at Rotherham. Delicious!!

Our final stop was over the road at Boundary Mills where we had a mooch around the retail area and then into the cafe. Tea and chat is always the most popular part!!

We were delighted to be joined at Whitby's by our friends from Bramley Townswomen's Guild - Marilyn, Margaret and Diana.
Always a pleasure to see them and we promised to arrange a visit to them in the not-too-distant future.

As usual I forgot photos apart from this one on the coach 🙄
I've pinched Marilyn's nice photo 👍😃

Heartfelt thanks to Linda for arranging the outing and ensuring all went smoothly.
Also thank you to Leap Travel who looked after us very well xx

Looking forward to our September Guild meeting.

29/07/2026

The story of women's football in England

29/07/2026

How do you float? 🌊
If you fall into deep water, your instinct may be to panic — but that can be dangerous. Instead, remember the RNLI’s Float to Live advice:

✅ Tilt your head back with your ears submerged to keep your airway clear
✅ Relax and control your breathing to overcome cold shock
✅ Gently move your hands and legs to help you stay afloat
✅ Don’t worry if your legs sink - everyone floats differently

Stay calm, stay afloat, and give yourself the best chance to stay safe.

28/07/2026

Interesting

Who Voted First? Mapping Women's Suffrage in Europe 🗳️

When did women get the right to vote in Europe? 🗳️ This map breaks down the timeline of women's suffrage across the continent, highlighting the decades-long journey toward equal voting rights. Which country's year surprises you the most?

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10/07/2026

Unfortunately, I couldn't afford it! (£3,800)

09/07/2026

Today we had a lovely afternoon tea with savouries supplied by the excellent Zoe's Food Factory to celebrate our 60th Birthday. (Also beautiful cakes baked by our own Linda.)

We were so pleased to welcome Marilyn Lawton from Bramley Townswomen's Guild (Rotherham). Marilyn was our Trustee when TG was a National Organisation and is still there for us whenever we need her and always supports our events if at all possible.

We also welcomed Janet and Viv, former members of Alwoodley Guild - sadly now wound up. They were also long-time officers of Leeds Federation Committee.
Janet gave us a lovely and very comical talk, drawing on anecdotes from her life in a "dull" village. Uni in Essex. Her time with St Gemma's Hospice and of course TG to name a few.

We all thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon, despite the extreme heat.