Page 37 - link magazine

The Link Magazine • October 2001 37
West Lions aim for more members Avoid those awful mistakes
The new President of the West Swindon Lions' Club has set herself with a fresh pair of eyes
the task of attracting new members so that the club can raise more
money for community projects and individuals in need. A spelling or grammatical error in a letter, document, leaflet or
brochure is an embarrassment and can also lead to a loss of business.
Jane Weston, right, club at present, and
joined the Lions Club sometimes have to It's easy to spot the mistakes in a newspaper or a letter received, but
no matter how often you read something you've written, it's so easy
in mid-1998 shortly af- turn down requests to miss something.
ter returning to Swin- : f h 1
or e p, w is is veryh' h'
don after four years disappointing," she Linda Street, right, spelling and punctua-
working abroad. said. "We recognise from Woodhall Park tion. It is a case of read-
"I was looking for that not everyone can has recently completed ing what is actually
the opportunity to spare the time to be a a proof reading course there and not what is
give something back to °ll full time member and and is offering her skills ' perceived to be there."
the community and we welcome assist- to individuals, small "' So, improve the im-
help those less fortu- ance from people businesses, and even pression you make by
nate than myself," says who are willing to schools, to ensure what employing Linda. The
Jane. "Most voluntary work re- come and help out at specific they send out is perfect cost now will repay it-
quires a regular weekly commit- events." before printing. self both in time and
ment which I am unable to make The club has a fundraising stall A proofreader's job money - indirectly in
due to my job. As the Lions club which they take to summer fairs is to check and mark the impression you
organises specific events to raise and festivals and they are well manuscripts for errors give, and directly in not
money or help others, there is flex- known for the Christmas collec- in spelling, incorrect having to reprint cor-
ibility when choosing the dates to tion at the West Swindon Centre capitalization, faulty punctuation, rected material.
suit commitments which members every December. inconsistencies in headings, page Call Linda Street on 346356.
already have, and of course the Money raised goes mainly to lo- numbering, layout discrepancies
sure knowledge of a supportive cal West Swindon charities and and possible factual errors. Quality donations
team working together on the day." individuals in need; but the club "You need an eye for detail, the
Another thing that attracted Jane also sponsors an Eye Camp each ability to concentrate for long peri- wanted
to the Lions was the opportunity year in India, contribute to inter- ods of time and possess a good
to make new friends and meet peo- national disaster relief and raise grasp of grammar, punctuation Age Concern Swindon always needs
ple from all walks of life and back- money on behalf of other organi- and spelling; accuracy is the key," good quality clothing for all ages and
grounds. A monthly social takes sations such as Children in Need says Linda. "It's the exact opposite sizes, along with bric-a-brac to sell
place and members are invited to and Marie Curie Cancer Care. of speed reading, which is essen- in its charity shop at 51 Fleet Street.
social and fundraising events or- For details about West Swindon tially what busy people do. Proof- Collections can be arranged.
ganised by other clubs. Lions Club call Stephen Austin on readers need to read slowly and Volunteers are also needed to staff it.
This year Jane hopes to boost 527 364 (day) or 524 712 (evenings) take in every letter of every word
member numbers. "We are a small or Diane Benson 337170 (evenings). at the same time as considering To offer call 692166

PETS AT HOME • s° Thmeswood HYDROTHERAPY'
ill ^;9 POOL
Worried who will look Small Animal Hospital FOR DOGS.
after your pet whilst Helping you care more for your pet Swimming is suitable
you're on holiday? for all types of dogs and
Swindon's most modern small animal hospital,
Pets At Home situated in North West Swindon, offering high quality surgical is especially helpful for
could be your answer and medical care at competitive prices within a caring, friendly the following conditions:
and professional environment.
Pets At Home is a service Arthritis
which cares for all your pets Spinal Injuries
(except dogs) in their own Hip/Elbow Dysplasia
home anywhere in the and Recovery from Surgery,
West Swindon area only. Maintaining Fitness
Telephone Sheila Mitchell & Weight Loss
for further details Telephone Gill on
on 873062 01793 706224 for details

4Uete,-. THE DROVE
SHAW VETERINARY CENTRE VETERINARY
HOSPITAL
Shaw Village Centre, Ramleaze Drive
rC fL
ent West Swindon SN5 5PY Abbeymeads Veterinary Surgery
A friendly, caring service for you and your pet
For all your pets needs when healthy or III
David Wames BVSc MRCVS • Stefania Glowka DVM MRCVS
Michelle Lindsay BVM&S MRCVS Unit 5 I Opening hours:
y
Abbe meads Village Centre Mon - Fri 9am - 6.30pm
Consultations by appointment: Saturday 12noon - 3pm
Elstree Way
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 7.30pm Abbeymeads Consulting hours: By appointment
Mon - Fri: 9am - 10.30am;
Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm Swindon 3.30pm - 5pm; 5.30pm - 6.30pm
Tel: (01793) 728728 Saturday 12noon - 3pm
24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
24 HR EMERGENCY SERVICE - All Sunday and Emergency consults by
Tel: (01793) 881919 (24 hours) appointment at The Drove Veterinary Hospital - Telephone (01793) 522483