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Busy time for CWA The Hay Branch of CWA once again held the Devonshire Tea stand, at the Hay Show on 14th and 15th September 2013. A steady stream of visitors enjoyed fresh baked scones with cream and jam with their cup of tea or coffee. Information was also available for those interested in joining the CWA. Women of all ages are welcome to join and meetings are held on the last Friday of each month at the RSL Rooms, in the Library complex, at 10am. Penny Bolitho and President, Gwenda McNamara, with a fresh batch of scones at the Hay Show. Over three days the CWA worked hard setting up and attending the stall, with help and patience from husbands and families. Proceeds from CWA functions help to benefit the Hay Community. Next on the agenda for members is the Annual Flower Show to be held at the Hay Services Club on the 12th October. Lee Casperson Tip for floral arrangements: Oasis foam will help your arrangement hold its shape. Before use, soak the foam in a pail of water until it barely floats. Cut apiece to of foam fit the container tightly and force it into place; the container should be mostly filled with the foam. Cut off a small piece of the corner of the foam so that water may be added to the arrangement later as needed. Fill the container with water. Something a bit different this year is the ‘Most Outstanding Front Garden’ competition, which will be judged the week before the Flower Show. Judging will take place from the street and no entry is required. The winner of the Hay Shire Council sponsored award will be announced and awarded at the Show. Entries will be taken between 2.00 pm to 4.00pm Friday 11th October , and 7.30 am to 9.30am on day of Show, 12th October. Cost per entry is 50 cents. Admission to the show is from 12pm to 4pm. The admission fee of $5 covers a lovely afternoon tea and a talk from a guest speaker. 8 Tony McNamara lent the ladies a hand. Bronwyn Turner