It's been a long time since there have been any meetings, and the blog has been properly updated. Maggie has done sterling work in planning and booking dates for the new session, which starts on 15th September. Details on the tab at the top of the page.
I'm also copying and pasting part of Maggie's email about the new sessions (which everyone will have received) about Covid precautions in the hall. Please read carefully and contact Maggie if you have any concerns.
"The good news is that Guthrie Hall is now open again and we will be able to start our 2021/22 programme, albeit with some restrictions to deal with the dreaded Covid……. I understand that not all members may not yet feel comfortable meeting in a group indoors, but the committee will do everything it can to make sure that the Hall is well aired, social distancing (1 metre) is adhered to, and that all touch points etc are cleaned before and after Hall use. As per Scottish government guidance, (hand sanitising), and masks will be required when entering, moving around the Hall (going to the loo), but not when seated.
The programme this year will be a little different - we are not starting with our usual catch-up and afternoon tea. We are starting on 15th September with a Talk by Issy Valentine ‘ Young at Heart’. Entrance will be through the main door (not the kitchen entrance), where you will be asked to confirm your phone number (for track and trace). You are free to move around the Hall and catch up with old friends, but please wear a mask when doing so. Tea and coffee will be served after the Talk, but we recommend that you bring your own mug/cup, only two committee members will have access to the kitchen (so no washing up of mugs), you can of course bring your own drinks - flask, or water if you prefer."
Let's hope this awful virus will be knocked on the head and that we can resume some semblance of normal life again.
