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Meeting was called to order by President Andi Bennett at
10:00 at the third floor Community Room of the Ross Library.
Each member was asked to introduce herself at the beginning
of the meeting. The program was conducted by C. W. Pollard
who visited Siberia two years ago. She spoke of an American
colony that established itself in Siberia during the 1920s.
C. W. provided us with a map, pictures of this settlement,
and stories of its inhabitants.
Members present were Andi Bennett, C. W. Pollard, Gerry
Cierpilowski, Margaret Irwin, Pat Burd, Ellie Zimmerman,
Laura Long, Diane Whitaker, Sharon Taylor, Joyce Hudson,
Lois Day, Karyl Garner, JoAnne Marcinkevage, Michele Long,
Betty Nelson, Angela Blck, Amy Carroll, Toni Tomasi, and
Bonnie Rosamilia. Perspective members Melody and Ophelia
Fetter were also present.
A
general meeting began at 10:30. Minutes were presented in
the Lockletter. Angela Black reported that
the Treasurer’s report would be in the next edition of the
Lockletter.
Diane Whitaker reported on our next meeting which will be
held on February 7, 2009, in the third floor Community Room
of the Ross Library. Carol Hildebrande and JoAnne Bowes
will be speaking. Beth Brobst has been working on a program
for teaching tolerance. This program will be held at a
later date. Diane reminded everyone that at the February
meeting we will be voting for five Distinguished Women of
Clinton County. These women will be honored at our March
meeting. She also reminded all members that the April
meeting will be a book discussion on The Time Traveler’s
Wife by Audrey Niffenegger.
Membership:
Michele Long reported for the Membership Committee by
introducing the guests at our meeting. New membership forms
are available from Michele and she will have them at our
next meeting.
Book Sale:
Toni Tomasi reported on the Price & Sort. She hopes to have
it on Thursday, January 15. She is also hopeful to have
some more help from college students. Books are now being
collected in the lobby of the Ross Library.
Diversity:
JoAnne Marcinkevage had nothing to report.
Care & Concern:
Chairpersons, Betty Nelson and Gerry Cierpilowski, both
reported on the health of Barb Breon. All members are asked
to remember her through thoughts and cards.
Andi Bennett reported that she and C. W. Pollard are working
on the liaison with the college and high school. In March
or April, Andi is going to the high school to do a
presentation on AAUW to junior or senior high school girls.
This will be a way to make the community more aware of AAUW
and what it does for women within our community. Linda Frye
volunteered to help Andi with her presentation.
The list of women to be included in the vote for the five
Distinguished Women of Clinton County was discussed.
Changes were made to the name, and the majority liked the
name that it has been given. Three names were added to
include women from Western Clinton County. They are Maria
Gentzyel, Patti Rauch, and Merry Ann Olshefskie. Again, the
vote will be taken at the February meeting with the five top
vote-getters being honored at the March meeting. Any new
suggestions are to be sent to Bonnie Rosamilia by January
15.
NEW BUSINESS
Write-Read-Write:
Laura Long is going to present the Write-Read-Write program
to the students/teachers at Avis Elementary school this
coming week. She will have more information available at
upcoming meetings.
Book Sale:
Toni Tomasi asked if any members had old, large pieces of
linoleum available. These are needed for the floor of the
garage for the workers who are doing
Price & Sort.
The floor is gravel and protection is needed. Toni reminded
members that the rent for the garage is $40 per month and if
anyone knows of anything else that is available for less,
please contact her. Sharon Taylor said that there is
possible storage available at Lock Haven University. Toni
will do follow-up and try to find this.
Meeting was adjourned at 11:10. Several members went to
Ruby Tuesday for a luncheon social following the meeting.
Bonnie Rosamilia, Secretary |
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