ROTO-O-RANGI NOTES.

Waikato Times, Volume 116, Issue 19455, 20 December 1934, Page 5

ROTO-O-RANGI NOTES.

CHILDREN’S DAY. The co-operation of members of the Roto-o-rangi Women’s Institute, the Cambridge branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union and Hie Kay Ess Club resulted in a day of delightful surprises for Rolo-o-rangi and Kairangi children who met on Saturday in the shady grounds at I lie home of Mr. and Mrs. Shale. Glorious weather prevailed. An isolated lawsoniana proved an excellent, Christmas -tree, being gaily decorated with a large assortment of mysterious parcels, toys, etc. A striking feature were the Christmas stockings made and lilted by the W.D.F.U. especially for Kairangi children, also the assortment ol’ soft toys made by members of the W.I. and Kay-Ess Club. The children indulged in land and water games until I lie resonance of a hell called them to a bountiful lunch, to which they did full Justice. The children then formed a magic circle singing and dancing around the Christmas I roc. Gaily coloured paper hats (the work of Mrs. Shale) adorned each little iiead. Organised games led by Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. Cooper and Mrs. H. Marlin terminated in a group of the children being formed with eyes trained on the road eagerly searching for Father Christmas, who in the meantime, joined Ihe group in the rear unnoticed by the little ones, this subterfuge resulted in an excellent snapshot. A “scissors squad” kept Father Christmas well supplied with toys and stockings which the little ones received with beaming smiles. Adults eagerly sought well

hidden treasures. The representation of Father Christmas was kindly undertaken by Mr. Wood. '.Mrs. Shale was accorded a hearty vote of thanks and appreciation. The efforts of the 1 happy hand of witling helpers were thoroughly appreciated by all present. The singing of Auld Lang Syne brought a delightful day to a close. KAY-ESS CLUB. The Kay-Ess (Kairangi Settlement) Club held their monthly meeting at the residence of Mrs. Dench. Mrs. Kcarvell presided. Mrs. Von Stunner has been unanimously .elected Mistress of Ceremonies, replacing 'Mrs. 'Crabb who has resigned owing to indifferent health. Recitations by Mrs. Kcarvell, Mrs. Dillon, and a reading by Mrs. Maxwell were much appreciated. Several Interesting subjects were discussed. Mrs. Von Stunner said the right spirit of co-operation at Kairangi would produce happy results and be beniilcial to all.

The singing of Auld Lang Syne brought a successful afternoon to a close.