Beneficiaries' Tea Party 2008

This year's Beneficiaries' Tea Party was held in the Trades Hall on Tuesday 20th May.

The Deacons and Visitor, with wives/partners, hosted tables and ensured that the party was enjoyed by the one hundred beneficiaries who spent the afternoon making new friends and renewing old acquaintances.

Entertainment was provided by students from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama and everyone enjoyed the food and refreshments on offer.

Unfortunately the Collector Elect and his Lady were unable to attend the tea party when it is the tradition for them to be formally introduced to the House beneficiaries.

Education
Assisting Schools, Further Education, Colleges and Universities.

Special Projects
The Deacon Convener's Special Project this year is Revive MS Support. Money raised at the Glasgow Ball to be held on 10 May 2008 will be used to help create 3 new therapy rooms at their centre in Maryhill.

Social Work
Helping the needy by visiting, providing assistance directly and arranging social events for beneficiaries throughout the year.

Craft Skills
Arranging a competition for the 29 Schools and 10 Further Education Colleges with the best craftwork displayed in the Trades Hall during the four day CRAFTEX exhibition.