Co-President Carolyn A. began the meeting with Announcements:
-Pat M. reported Helen S. was in the hospital, admitted Saturday. She’s been in and out of ICU and has requested NO VISITORS & NO PHONE CALLS. Husband Joe reported a feistier Helen this morning – cards are welcome and should be sent to her home. Prayers welcome.
-According to Linda S. former member Doris P. has moved to the Danville “Sunrise” facility on Diablo Road. Cards would be appreciated.
-Ted W. had another fall; notes of encouragement most welcome to Bonnie.
-National President Letter: Letter can be found on the clippedwings.com website.
-Philanthropy hours should be counted for knitting scarves for upcoming SO in Boise. Knitters please give your time to Philanthropy chair Kate M.
Recording Secretary: Minutes emailed and snail mailed to all members for review.
Treasurer: Barbara D. reminded members to give her all email, phone, and/or address changes. She reported 59 members. Discussion followed on the amount of funds reserved for 2010 convention – we will reserve $800 per year according to approved budget. Las Trampas and RES donation already voted on per budget. Suggestion by Karen T. about helping members’ daughter – more information needed and will report back next month. Three members going to volunteer for the upcoming 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Boise in February – discussion about funding them in some small way – will discuss the matter at the February meeting.
Philanthropy: Kate M. acknowledged several “groups” of Christmas elves.
Hall of Fame: Kate M. reported on the committee’s recent meeting (Wednesday, 1/7/09). The first Hall of Fame Recipient will be Terry H. A future social event is being planned for the First Hall of Fame presentation to be made.
Historian: Ellen F., not in attendance though her beautiful albums were on display for all to see – fabulous!
Benefit: Report presented by Barbara St. The “Escape To Africa” benefit will be held Sunday, April 26, 2009. Barbara presented and requested ideas for OAK uniforms for the event. Several options were shown – two animal print vests. Vija L. suggested scarves. The thought was for everyone to check out their own closets and see if they have some safari type attire. Motion made by Lucy F. for members to make their own individual safari themed outfits and wear them to the March meeting, seconded by Carol B. and approved. It was mentioned that we only needed to be costumed from the waist up since no one sees our feet – thanks Trudy. Carol B. offered her friends 5-6 foot wood animals for the event though they are in Indio!
Benefit Invitation Addressing date: Cool your jets - it will NOT be March 12th since that is the regular March meeting – Karen T. will get back to us with the correct date.
Hospitality: Linda S. reported on the next couple of meeting days and her creative themes:
-Valentine Day luncheon at Uncle U’s on February 12; $21; RSVP is February 5th. Contact Carol B. with check - ASAP.
-Irish Coffee Delight on March 12 at the home of Linda S. Galley Goddess is Pat M.; other helpers include Cosette M., Joyce S., Pamela B., Bobby D., and Kate M.
-April Tax & Tin Plate/ Chili and Cornbread: hostess needed! Galley Goddess: Trudy E. assisted by Micki B., Jackie C., Angie D., Kate M., Nancy J. & KarenT.
-May Cinco de Mayo- Senora Pamela's hacienda: May 14th. Galley Goddess Carol B., helpers are Lucy F., Shirley E., Pam L., Jean B. & Bonnie H.
-June 14th Social: we need a hostess or suggestion for this event. Please call Carol B. with ideas!
Quarterly Reporter: Candi S. has her article written – “plagiarized” from Skywritings and OAK minutes – article will include current pictures.
Skywriting: Vija said the next issue will be late February or when the mood strikes us.
Social: Not a thing to report. But then Carolyn A. reported the mailing from the Golden Gates racetrack – we are offered the Preakness or Belmont Days for $40 a piece or $27 for Sunday events. 8 members indicated interest - Carolyn will check with track to determine minimum number necessary for that price. Interested in May 17th.
Hostess: Karen T. and her gallery of “goddesses” thanked for the delicious Pumpkin Soup and other favors; Head Goddess was Susan C. with help from Pam L., Micki B., Jackie C., Bobby D. and Vija L. All delightful! Pumpkin Soup recipe attached.
Museum Event: Karen T. reported on the March 5th as the date of the trip to SF to see the Yves St. Laurent Show at the De Young Museum. Cost anywhere from $10 to $20. We will carpool – meet at the pink wall at the St. Stephens exit at 8:30 a.m.
Loaves & Fishes: Members helping with the Loaves & Fishes have been temporarily canceled – sign of the times!
Tea in the FALL: Karen T. reported on Flyer for a Victorian Tea in Livermore sometime in the FALL – benefits Ravenswood. Will table for now – potential Social.
Ways & Means: Tickets sold by Trudy E. with help by Jackie . The winner was Barbara D. Fabulous items!
National Poll: Members asked to vote on this matter. Emails accepted & ballots provided.
There being no further business the meeting adjourned (to the kitchen and yummy and shared sandwiches) at 1:40 P.M.
Pamela, you truly are a "techie" extrordinaire. How you find time to do this on top of all the other things you do is a mystery to me.
ReplyDeleteHelp! Pamela, the last one was not really anonymous, it was from vija........don't know which "profile" to use
ReplyDeleteOK, girl. Now I've got it. You use the "Name/URL one and just type in your name. I hope this helps those that follow.
ReplyDeleteWheeeeee......I'm on a roll. You may have created a monster.
ReplyDeleteAnonymous said...
ReplyDeletePamela, you truly are a "techie" extrordinaire. How you find time to do this on top of all the other things you do is a mystery to me.
JANUARY 22, 2009 3:51 PM
vija said...
Help! Pamela, the last one was not really anonymous, it was from vija........don't know which "profile" to use
JANUARY 22, 2009 3:53 PM
vija said...
OK, girl. Now I've got it. You use the "Name/URL one and just type in your name. I hope this helps those that follow.
JANUARY 22, 2009 3:55 PM
vija said...
Wheeeeee......I'm on a roll. You may have created a monster.
Okay, I finally found how to post a comment. Pamela, I completely agree with Vija, you truely are amazing. I hope other chapters will follow in your footsteps. I am trying to ressurect our "Prop Wash" newsletter, and hope to be able to post it in the near future. Detroit Chapter just had a meeting on Friday at one of our newer member's home, Carolyn George. She stepped up to the plate as our Editor this year, and is doing a great job. One of our members, Patty Taddy has been in the hospital for a few weeks, and hopefully will be out soon. Our President, Roni Lents was telling us tales about when she roomed with you (Pamela) at a convention many years ago. We are all surviving one of the coldest winters we have had in a few years. We have a foot or more of snow that just sits there, defying the sun god to melt it. As long as it is this cold though, we get more sunshine -- go figure. It is better than those warmer (40 degree) days that produce grey clouds. Send some of your sunshine our way with much, much warmer days, and I will see you in Boise in about 10 days. Best wishes to all, Lavon Cook, DTW
ReplyDeleteHi Lavon,
ReplyDeletePlease go to the OAK blog and see yourself!! I sent it on to Arlene so she could be updated.
If more chapters were add stuff as you did we could hear more about each other while waiting for the Quarterly. But people have to make the habit of reading the blog daily - like a newspaper.
Let me know if you receive this,
pamela
Pamela, This is beautiful, however I think you need to hold a class!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to do this for San Jose. After going into blogger.com and setting up an account I worked for a short time but as yet have not found an efficient way to move our newsletter into the blog. I'm sure I am making it more difficult than it is. Must run but will try again later.
Bonnie SJC
P.S. In the meantime Lavon's addition is a good idea for the chapters to quickly add news.