The Communiqué

Newsletter of the GFWC of Holden BeachP. O. Box 902, Supply, NC 28462Volume 9, Issue 5, May 12, 2014

Julie Wolfe, President Jean Newland, Editor

A NOTE FROM YOUR PRESIDENT

Dear Ladies,

What an exciting month we have had! At our April meeting Karen and B.J. helped us focus on the many details of the Gala. We learned what to expect and what would be expected of us. What we didn’t realize at the time was the SPECTACULAR event our Gala would be this year. Even Karen, B. J., and the wonderful Gala Committee were thrilled at what a fabulously successful and fun filled day all of that hard work produced. They will be the first to credit each one of you for your hard work and commitment. Without your skills and dedication and without your generous donations of time and energy,

countless hours driving and transporting, sacrifices of space in your homes for storage, not to mention precious hours of sleep, the Gala would not have been the great success it was. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Let me add my sincerest thanks and congratulations to Karen and B.J. for your leadership and to you all for all you do for our Club and our community. Awesome!

This year we were honored to include among our guests several members of the GFWC-NC Executive Board: President Gay Warren, First Vice President Ann Landis, Second Vice President Julie Rigsbee, and Third Vice President and Director of Juniors Jennifer Jobe. Also with us was Wendy Carriker, GFWC-NC Immediate Past president. What an honor that so many State officers from all over North Carolina traveled so far to share this special day with us. And, what wonderful complements we have received from them about their experience. A proud day for GFWC of Holden Beach!

Congratulations to Peg Storella and Renee Edwards on a very successful Days at the Docks Bake Sale. A grateful “Thank you!” to both of you for stepping up to plan, organize, staff and manage the Sale. You did a great job! Thanks, also, to each Club member who helped. Without your baking and delivering all those delicious treats, and manning the booth this could not have happened. What a wonderful team of Ladies we have!

The program for this month’s meeting is presented by the Education CSP and will be a “Going to College Shower” for our Carey Page Truesdell Scholarship winner, Peyton Hartis. We are so happy for Peyton and want to send her off in style! If you need ideas, take a look at the Education CSP report that follows or contact Judy Brock. Out of time to shop? Gift cards and cash work just fine! Remember, whatever you can do will be deeply appreciated by our college bound star student. It promises to be a great party!

Many of our members were able to attend the GFWC-NC Convention in Concord. Our club was recognized several times for its achievements, receiving first place awards for the GFWC Signature Project, Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness, and also for our Yearbook. We garnered first runner up recognition for Newsletter, Membership Brochure, Membership Matters and Leadership. Two of our members received individual honors. Ann Landis was installed as First

Vice President in a beautiful and memorable ceremony. Karen Throckmorton was selected as the North Caroline LEADS Candidate. She will represent our state at the GFWC International Convention in Arizona next month. Congratulations, Ladies! So many wonderful reasons to celebrate!

As we prepare for our summer break, you should know that plans for our summer social are already underway. We will let you know the details as soon as they are available.

Finally, if you are interested in attending the GFWC Convention next month, please contact me. Seven members have already registered and you may want to coordinate transportation and other plans.

Looking forward to seeing you all on the 20th, Julie

MEETING MINUTES

GFWC of Holden Beach Tuesday, April 15, 2014 Holden Beach Chapel

The regular meeting of GFWC-HB was held Tuesday, April 15, 2014. President Julie Wolfe called the meeting to order at 6:55 pm. Chaplain Elene Busch began the devotion with a poem entitled “Springtime Wonder” by Marilyn Ferguson.

1st Vice President Karen Throckmorton led the Club in a recitation of the Club Collect and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.

PROGRAM: CHARITY GALAKaren Throckmorton, 6th Annual Charity Gala Chairman, and B.J. Stevens, Co-Chairman, presented the evening’s program. The members of the Gala Committee were asked to stand and were thanked for a great celebration and the delicious refreshments. The Charity Gala, Blooming for a Cause, is May 3, 2014. A summary of the plans for the event was presented:

TIME LINE

11:00 am-11:45 am: Silent Auction preview11:45 am- Greeting: Karen Throckmorton

President’s Remarks: Julie Wolfe Blessing: Elene Busch

12:00 pm- Lunch12:30 pm- Begin the countdown on the silent auction/ dessert & coffee12:45 pm- Fashion Show1:20 pm- Remarks from Providence Home and Hope Harbor Home1:30 pm- Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, Closing Remarks2:00 pm- Check Out

IMPORTANT DETAILS

The event starts at 11:00 am, but guests will be arriving as early as 10:30 am

The Silent Auction and Check In committee members should arrive by 9:00 am

All clubwomen should arrive by 9:30 am Check In and Check Out will be housed in the Promenade Check in is being managed by Carolyn Sweatt, Helen

Stead, Carol Ann Lohman and the check in team There will be specialty silent auction items in the foyer, a

membership table, and raffle table along with the first of two cash bars (at the end of the promenade).

Suzanne Gurski and the 50/50 team will be set up near the front end of the Promenade

Linda Sturgill will have a Membership table

CHECK OUT BOARD AND PROCESS

Winning bidder numbers will be circled in RED on the Bidder Board so that the winners can see the numbers as they depart the ballroom.

Bidders with their numbers circled in RED will proceed to the check out tables which will have 6 “Tallyers” and 6 tent cards depicting bidder numbers: 100-150, 200-250, 300-350, 400-450. 500-550, and 600-650.

The “Tallyers” will use calculators to total the items for payment, create the invoice for payment, and then use staplers to secure the invoice to the bid sheets.

Winning bids will be paid at either the Cash/Check Table (2 people are needed at this table) or the Credit/Debit Card Table (Patti Hogan and Gracie Annecchiarico). The winning bidder will hand the cashier the invoice and bid sheets for payment.

Once the transaction is complete, the cashier will call for a runner to assist with the collection and verification of items. The cashier will hand the packet to the runner with the paid receipt and bid sheets.

There will be a bin for the bid sheets. The purchaser should leave only with her paid receipt (invoice is marked PAID).

As many runners as possible will be needed. The goal will be to assist the guests first and then check out club members.

FRIDAY SET UP

DECORATION COMMITTEE: Set up on May 2nd at noon or earlier

SILENT AUCTION COMMITTEE: May 2nd at 1:30 pm. Judy Brock is working on the scheme and resources. If possible, all items will be grouped into categories, i.e., trips, golf, restaurants, etc.

Anyone that is available to help with set up should sign the sheet

Small boxes, hatboxes, small footstools, etc., are needed to use to elevate some items to create interest on the tables.

SILENT AUCTION UPDATES

The collection for this year’s Silent Auction items is wrapping up. The list was distributed to members so that so they could see available items.

It is important to turn in all collected items by April 19 th. There will be some last minute perishable items. Be certain to let Donna Geise or Karen Throckmorton know about any of this type of item so that we can get them logged and tagged.

The names of all donors on the Thank You Board must be received by the 19th since the board will be going to the printer.

The list of trips (10) and summary of items, sponsors, and donors is on the website. This list is current as of 4/12/14.

Thanking the members for their support, Karen and B.J. concluded by stating they are looking forward to another successful event and opportunity to give back to the community.

MINUTES:The minutes of the March Meeting were approved as published in the Communiqué.

CSP REPORTS:

Arts- Co-chairman Bennie Hall reported that she presented the award certificates to the winning students at Cedar Grove Middle School (CGMS). She also reported that Chris Ferry, CGMS Art Teacher needs used canvasses.

Conservation- Chairman Carol Ann Lohman reported that members went to Supply Elementary on March 21, Arbor Day, to talk with the 4th grade students about the importance of conservation and trees in our environment. Each 4th grader was given a seedling to take home and plant. The CSP hopes to reestablish awareness of Arbor Day and encourage tree planting.

Education- Chairman Judy Brock reported that the Education CSP has several activities planned for May. The committee will host the May Club Meeting “Going to College Shower” for Peyton Hartis, this year’s Carey Page Truesdell Scholarship recipient. At that meeting, the business portion will be conducted first and the meeting will conclude with the shower and party so that Peyton will have the opportunity to visit with club members. Members can find Peyton’s Wish List in the April Communiqué which is posted on our website.

On May 6, the CSP will provide breakfast for the staff of Cedar Grove MS in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week. Desserts will also be provided for the staff of Supply Elementary School on May 8.

Shelly Cheers of Cedar Grove MS, has expressed a need for proctors for EOG testing from June 3-5, 2014. Judy asked all members interested in helping with this testing, to contact her. The testing time will be from 8 am-12 pm each day. Training and instructions will be provided each morning prior to student testing.

Public Issues- Chairman Peggy Schiavone reported that the committee will be collecting professional clothing. She will provide more information at the May meeting.

OFFICER’S REPORTS:

Treasurer Patti Hogan reported that the club checkbook balance, as of the end of March, is $15,903.61.

OLD BUSINESS:

Gem of the Month:

The previous Gem of the Month, Bennie Hall, presented the gem to Doris Kelley. She thanked Doris for all of her hard work in preparation of the District 7 Arts Festival.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

DAYS AT THE DOCKS, April 26 and 27: Peg Storella made the following announcements regarding the upcoming bake sale: Wrap and label all baked goods and note if any nuts were used Pricing as follows: Cakes-whole $20, Half-$10; Pies $10-$13

(depending on how exotic they are); Cookies 4-6 per bag @ $1-$2; Brownies (limit icing, if warm)-$1-$2, based on number; Ham or Sausage Biscuits-$1-$2; Candy-you decide, but bag and price, the same with Fudge. Pumpkin, Banana, etc. Breads-$8; Cheese Straws-bagged and priced at $1-$2.

Anything else such as scones, corn muffins, etc, are welcome Volunteers are needed for work the following shifts:

Saturday: 9 am-11am; 11 am-1 pm; 1 pm-3 pm; 3 pm-5 pmSunday: Noon-2 pm; 2 pm-4 pm

Set up is Friday afternoon and Take Down is 4 pm on Sunday. Members are asked to email Peg Storella at

mmmstorella@gmail.com or call 910-846-9906 if they plan to bake, help, or both.

.BELK CHARITY SALE:

The Club will not be participating this year since it is on May 3, the same day as the Charity Gala.

COMING EVENTS:

GFWC NC Convention, Concord, April 24-26 GFWC Convention, Chandler, AZ., June 20-24. Several members

have already registered. Plenty of details at the GFWC website: http://www.gfwc.org

The meeting was closed with a prayer by Chaplain Elene Busch and adjourned at 7:53 pm.

Donna Geise, Recording Secretary

Holden Beach, NC COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Arts Community Service Program CommitteeBennie Hall and Doris Kelley, Co-Chairs

Conservation Committee Service ProgramCarol Ann Lohman, Chairman

Education Community Service Program Committee Judy Brock, Chairman

Education ESP Committee will host the May club meeting.  The program for the evening will be a “Going to College” shower for Peyton Hartis, our Carey page Truesdell Scholarship recipient and state 2nd runner-up for the Sallie Southall Cotton Scholarship.  President Julie Wolfe has said that meeting order will be switched so the party for Peyton will be after the business session to give everyone a chance to visit with Peyton.  Included below once more is Peyton’s College Wish List. • Gift cards:◦ Bed Bath and Beyond◦ Wal-Mart◦ Target◦ Home Goods◦ TJ MAXX Restaurants (Chick-Fil-A, Subway, McDonalds, etc.)

• Towels and washcloths• Small trashcan (white) and trash bags• Storage containers/under-bed storage trays• Iron• Tupperware/food storage containers• Dishtowels• Can/bottle opener   Judy Brock

Home Life Community Service Program Committee Rosemarie Rosenblatt, Chairman

The Home Life CSP delivered a donation to the Wings Ministry Backpack program on April 22. The donation included food, eighteen brand new backpacks and a monetary donation of $100.00. Our donation will be

matched by a partner organization. Our committee wishes to extend a big thank you to our club members who contributed to this vital program. 

We are also continuing to collect items for our Cuddle Care Program. These items include a children's blanket, book and a small stuffed animal. We are anticipating delivery of our bags sometime during July.  Thanks again for your continued support. Rosemarie rose4721@aol.com

INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH Suzanne Gurski, Chairman

Rosemarie delivers the Club’s donations to Missy Settlemyre of Wings Ministry Backpacks program.

PUBLIC ISSUESPeggy Schiavone, chairmanCLUB ANNOUNCEMENTS AND NEWS

6 TH ANNUAL CHARITY GALA Karen Throckmorton, ChairmanB.J. Stephens, Co Chairman

Another Year, Another Fabulous Gala! Each year we build on the foundation that began in 2009. Incorporating new ideas while keeping those that work so well. Attendance grew. Lunch and fashions were enjoyable. The silent auction was top of the line. The raffle was, too. And there was not a finer looking venue or crowd in Carolina! It is truly a labor of love for the causes we believe in, especially at a time when grant money and support is low. We are still counting and working on the numbers but all indications are that we will be able to increase our donations to Hope Harbor Home and Providence Home this year. Of course I have to say, don’t forget to send me your gala hours!!  I know that is everyone’s favorite thing to do but please work on them while they are fresh on your minds.  And, let me know your thoughts on what you would like to do for next year’s gala. I would like to get everyone’s preferences. Your contributions and many, many talents are greatly appreciated. Congratulations on a job very well done.

 Warmest Regards, Karen JUST A FEW GALA PIX TO SHARE, MORE TO FOLLOW!

Last minute prep at the beautiful venue and look at our hard working chairman, Karen.

Karen and Julie with Warren Mortley, Executive Director of Providence Home

Lynn Carlson, Executive Director of Hope Harbor Home, addresses the Guests.

B.J. with distinguished guests. (Great hat, B.J.)

Pam Burris, May 29; Helen Stead, May 29Jean Newland, June 4; Julie Wolfe, June 16; Dinah Fowlkes,

July 1; Judi Stankowich, July 3; Carolyn Metrakos, July 4; Jane Decker, July 8; Carol Gardner, August 8; Ann Landis, August

19; Sandi Emerson, August 28; Lillian West, August 31Never doubt that a small group of

thoughtful, committed woman can change the world…

THEY CAN, and you have.The women of our state -- not only volunteered their time -- but also their hearts, their spirits and their professional prosperity to reach these numbers….

As reported at the GWFC State convention – April 2014

CSP

# of projec

ts

# of memb

ersVol. hours

$$$ donated in Kind

Art Projects 643 2173 29,587$63,761.0

0$35,838.0

0Arts Partnership 5 97 38 $420.00 $0.00Conservation Projects 366 1871 18,225

$38,748.00

$12,404.00

Education Projects 794 2332 36,512

$264,589.00

$75,008.00

Home life Projects 948 2481 47,665

$208,621.00

$149,750.00

Home life Partnership 23 281 300 $755.00 $105.00International Projects 196 1748 8,334

$27,054.00

$13,282.00

International Partnership 96 1816 2,832

$13,859.00 $7,771.00

Public Issues Projects 507 2249 26,279

$136,890.00

$168,517.00

Public Issues Partnership 31 475 548 $4,186.00 $1,101.00

GRAND TOTAL 3,609 15,523170,3

20 $758,883 $463,776

We had a small part in these numbers from our club with a BIG heart.This is why it is so important to keep good numbers to report.

And the grand total for our state’s Signature Project “Feed the Future”:

Why Volunteer? -- Volunteering is the perfect way to feel connected to your community. The simple act of offering your skills and enthusiasm will positively impact the lives of others, as well as your own.

Volunteering Promotes Social Change -- Several factors drive people into community service, but the powerful force behind volunteering is the social change that is made through the inspiration of people to make a difference to help those in need. Organizations like ours cannot function without the energy and input of ladies like you.

If you know of someone that wants to be a part of our great Women’s Club, let me know and I will email them information.

LindaMembership V

STATE AND NATIONAL NEWS

HERE ARE SOME FABULOUS (AND FUN) HIGHLIGHTS FROM GFWC-NC ANNUAL CONVENTION.

Our new GFWC-NC First VicePresident, ANN LANDIS>>>>>>

<<<Presenting GFWC LEADS candidate representing North Carolina, KAREN THROCKMORTON

Karen and Julie proudly accept First Place for the GFWC Signature Project: Domestic Violence Prevention

and Awareness Award

GFWC-NC Junior Officer shenanigans, featuring incoming GFWC-NC 3rd VP and Director of Juniors, Jennifer Jobe; Elizabeth

Lee; Immediate Past Director of Juniors, Crystal O’Neal: and

Julie and Linda are thrilled with First Place for our Yearbook

Heather Bolick

<Immediate Past President Wendy Carriker (rocking her Elvis persona) addresses the Convention

<Julie, B.J. and Ann all ready for Ann’s Installation Ceremony