INTRODUCING: Laura – Our new Events Officer
Laura is the newest addition to Canning Agricultural, Horticultural & Recreational Society (CAHRS). She joined us at the end of February which was short lived due to the dreaded COVID (yes, the dreaded C word!). She’s now back on board to pick up where we left off as the new Events Officer, or in her words the “party planner” of the team. She manages all the entertainment for the Canning Show, coordinates the Special Interest Groups, organises outings for our volunteers and other events at Cannington Exhibition Centre & Showgrounds (CECS).
We had a quick chat with Laura to give you some insight into our new staff member and some of the events that she’s been working on recently.
A moment or two that’s stood at so far during your time at CAHRS:
Office Dog Parade / Fashion Friday
[There is a video, if interested please enquire within 😉]
Fave moment at Canning Show:
2020 will be my first, can’t wait to find out! Can promise a great line-up is in the making… More info here.
A fave (and feel free to say why)…
– Karaoke song: House of the Rising Sun by The Animals because it reminds me of my sister.
– Plant: Wildflowers and roses.
– Food: I love Italian food, comfort food is Spaghetti Bolognese.
– Travel destination: Am I too biased to say Canada??? [Laura is Canadian].
– Book: Recently read and really enjoyed The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters.
What else do you do in real life?
Spend time with my family, camping, going to live music and socialising with friends.
What drew you to lending your skills to CAHRS/Canning Show/CECS:
CAHRS is a community orientated organisation and that I get to work with a variety of people.
What will you be entering in the coming Canning Show Exhibition?
Home cooking – homemade bread.
Something interesting you’ve discovered about CAHRS/CECS/Canning Show during your time here?
Our history – the Canning Show has been running since 1909 (it’s been quite interesting to go through the archives).
What’s coming up soon that you’ve organised?
With the green light recently giving the go ahead, here’s an update on our Special Interest Groups…
This group was one of the first to return to our venue and test out our new COVID plan. It shows the commitment, enthusiasm, and camaraderie of this close-knit bunch. Pauline has some great projects in store for Term 3 including an up-to-the-minute cacoon cardigan, which I cannot wait to see. More info here.
After such a long period of separation, we planned a Reunion to kick start our gardening group. This month our group was invited to a tour of the beautiful Zanthorrea Nursery. I am hoping my Kangaroo Paws I purchased will be Show ready once November comes around 😉. Next up, a chance to design your very own Insect Hotel in August, readying it for entry into the Canning Show. More info here.
The ever-popular Marissa and the sewing gang will be back to the Liddelow Hall commencing Term 3. There are some spaces left for this class so please check out Eventbrite to join. Looking forward to meeting you all. More info here.
CAHRS & Kathy Ellwell (IYENGAR YOGA) present to you 2x weekly yoga classes, Monday 7pm and Wednesdays 6pm. Kathy is a well followed, experienced Yoga instructor in the area and has chosen our Liddelow Hall location to practice. Having personally attended her class, it is a feel-good session. More info here.
“Wooly Wednesdays”
The ladies of the group have been enjoying their weekly rendezvous, knitting, crocheting, and brainstorming creations for the upcoming Canning Show. Welcome back 😊.
“Machine Knitters”
Sessions have been underway. The gals have been mingling and knitting plus bringing in shared sweets to making up for lost time. Looking forward to seeing your Show entries.
Best way for people to contact you:
I work Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. If you have any enquiries Events related, please feel free to contact me directly on 0432 447 398 or email me at laura@cahrs.com.au
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