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President's Message

Altrusa Newsletter, Issue No. 35, February 17, 2017

 

          We had a very productive business meeting, Tuesday, February 14th. The two projects approved by members at the meeting are Brazus and Helping Hands Snack Sacks. These are two awesome projects that will continue our service and have a great impact on the recipients, which happen to be children in our community.

          Three new members were initiated: Jacque Ramba, Kim Keiper, and Emmah Hunt. Please join me in welcoming these three women to a group of great folks who love Altrusa and making a difference in our community.

          Our Nominating Committee has completed the task of presenting a slate of officers for the 2017-2018 Altrusa year that begins after installation in May 2017. Nominations will be taken from the floor during our business meeting March 7th with the election being held that same meeting.

          Help support Camp Dreamcatcher: This year’s District Nine conference approved service project is Camp Dreamcatcher and we are so excited!  We have added some fun features to raise money because “Every kid deserves to go to camp”.  We are now holding a Virtual Race called Catch the Dream which began on January 11th (100 days until conference) but it’s not too late to participate.  Simply register online  https://squareup.com/store/altrusa-international-of-temple-tx-foundation to walk/run/bike either 50 miles ($25), 100 miles ($50), or “sleep-in” and don’t run at all ($75) before April 21st.  Return the log sheet provided at registration and receive a beautiful medal!

          At conference in April, we have also added a new “hands-on” opportunity with two sessions during workshops to decorate bed signs & other tasks for this year’s camp.  See your District Nine conference packet for more details.  Please call or email Traci Squarcette, Debbie Fendrick, Debbie Mabry, or Julie Ruiz with any questions.

          It's time for us to review our Club Policies and Club Fiscal Policies. I have attached them for your review. The linked files are from last Altrusa year. Please take a moment to review them and email me with any recommendations or changes (other than typo's) :) by Tuesday, February 28th.  Your suggestions will be taken to the Policy Review Committee for review.

One final item: 

          Your help is needed! We will need to have Room Monitors during the times below for the ‘Everything Room’ at District Conference. This is the room that will have the club displays, the silent auction items and great vendors, so we will need staff during the times so everyone can visit.  
You can sign up directly on the Altrusa International of Temple, TX, Inc. website by clicking here. We appreciate your participation and look forward to making this a great event together!
 
Thank you for allowing me to serve you!

          

Dorothy Granfor

President 2016-2017

Altrusa International of Temple TX, Inc
 
Stories
Conference 2017
      
   
 
If you plan to go to Conference in April 2017, don't forget to make your hotel reservation. The reservations at the host hotel could go quickly! Conference is a ton of fun and you will enjoy spending time with Altrusans from Temple and the other clubs in Disctrict Nine. Email me if you have any questions dorothyg@hot.rr.com.
 
Debbie Fendrick will be coordinating housing and travel for our District Nine Conference in Waco in 2017. 
 
 
Meeting Responsibilities
Meeting Accent Presenter
 
January 24, 2017 - Member Retention
Stafford, Tara
 
February 14, 2017 - Altrusa Foundation
Janes, Janna
 
February 28, 2017 - World Day of Social Justice
Gorden, Debbie
 
March 14, 2017 - International Women's Day
Peck, Sherryn
 
March 28, 2017 - District Conference
Moore, Linda
 
April 11, 2017 - Altrusa Awareness
Lanham, Pam
 
April 25, 2017 - Altrusan of the Year
Ruiz, Julie
 
May 9, 2017 - International Day for Families
Kaesberg, Mrs, Maria
 
Meeting Greeter
 
January 10, 2017
White, Carol
 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Member Birthdays
Ronda Kasberg
February 1
 
Juan Caraveo
February 9
 
Paula Wilson
February 13
 
Theresa Reese
February 14
 
Kelly Powell-Giniewicz
February 15
 
Tara Stafford
February 18
 
Debbie Gorden
February 19
 
Donna Heatherley
February 19
 
Leticia Caraveo
February 25
 
CALENDAR
World Day of Social Justice
Feb 20, 2017
 
Program Meeting
Country Lane Seniors Community
Feb 28, 2017
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
ASTRA Committee Margarita Monday
Monterey's Little Mexico
Mar 06, 2017
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
 
BOD Meeting
Temple Public Library Board Room
Mar 07, 2017
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
International Women's Day
Mar 08, 2017
 
Business Meeting
Country Lane Seniors Community
Mar 14, 2017
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
Social
Michelle DiGaetano's Home
Mar 23, 2017
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
 
Program Meeting
Country Lane Seniors Community
Mar 28, 2017
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
ASTRA Committee Margarita Monday
Monterey's Little Mexico
Apr 03, 2017
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
 
BOD Meeting
Temple Public Library Board Room
Apr 04, 2017
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
Executives & Directors
President
 
President Elect
 
Vice President
 
Immediate Past President
 
Foundation Secretary
 
Recording Secretary
 
Corresponding Secretary
 
Foundation Treasurer
 
Treasurer
 
Director to 2018
 
Director to 2018
 
Director to 2017
 
Director to 2017
 
ASTRA BHS Chair
 
ASTRA UMHB Chair
 
Communication Chair
 
Foundation Director
 
Foundation Immediate Past President
 
Foundation President
 
Foundation Vice President
 
Membership Chair
 
Parliamentarian
 
Treasurer Elect
 
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