Valentines Fundraiser

With 14th February approaching, excitement was building at Stourbridge Lawn Tennis and Squash Club. Not one member of the club had been able to avoid the wonder sales tactics used by my Mother. Six months earlier, I had approached her with a pitch to throw a charity party. With true Brooks enthusiasm my Mom went about ensuring this would be a good doo....and it was!


The day of preparation, with a little help from friends and family was a real success, and the club room transformed. The club manager and others looked on with a slightly nervous smile as we set about transforming the ambience....changing light bulbs to add colour and warmth.......pinning up fabric to soften the glare of flourescent tubes......placing candles throughout. All in a good cause, as the place looked great and everyone had a good time. The band Last Resort receieved a really warm reception, and by the end of the night succeeded in encouraging even the most shy of rackets people to the dance floor, good work!

The Himalayan Trust will be glad to hear that we raised over £700 on the night. I must again say a huge thank you to all the support from the club members and of course my Mom.