Candlelighting Celebration and Dinner 28.6.17 Franklin Club 6.15 for 7pm
Franklin BPW will be holding its annual International Candlelighting Ceremony on Wednesday 28th June at the Franklin Club. Our Guest Speaker is Vasanti Unka compiler of "With a Suitcase full of Saris", stories of pioneer Indian Women. The Dinner is $42 per person. If you would like to register to attend, please contact: Catering Convenor: marilynbennett35@gmail.com or call/email Janice Gammon, the Secretary: bpwfranklinsec@gmail.com (09 239 0230 or 02102 950 688)
BPW Franklin members Candlelighting Invitation (1).pdf Download View
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.4% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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20.4% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.7% Keep it as is
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32.5% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.6% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
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