BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2014 - 2015EXECUTIVE BOARD

President Sandy Hollenbeck1st VP Nancy Carlton 2nd VP Lucy Crowley

Treasurer Lynn Spancake, Carol WolfeRecording Secretary Diana Figliuolo

Corresponding Secretary Margie MorrisParliamentarian Sandy Haines

Immediate Past President Sandra Mankowich

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM CHAIRSArts and Crafts Joyce CruzConservation Fran Chiodo

Education Martha Morse, Cathy WhitbyHome Life Karen Finder

International Outreach Peggy SmithPublic Issues Pat Driscoll

STANDING COMMITTEE CHAIRSHospitality Ellie Decker, Sue Freytag

Membership Kathy ChiddisterMonthly Notices Karen Cousino, Marylee

GiordanoNewsletter Fran Anderson

State President Special Project Sally Nord Publicity/Photographer Pam Walker

Reporting Nan Reid

SPECIAL COMMITTEE CHAIRSBudget and Finance Carol Olsen, Nancy Richards

Bylaws and Protocol Marilyn GinglesFood Pantry Sheryl Marvin, Terry RanieriGreeters Maria DeCola, Jean Soberanis

Let’s Do Lunch Dianne Robichaud, Jelena Kaveney, Nancy Richards

Material Girls Barbara White Name Badges Nancy Richards

Scrapbook Geri FitzgeraldWays and Means Ro Bianchi, Sue Freytag, Nan

Reid, Sherry SabolYearbook (Directory) Nancy Carlton

The Grand Haven Woman's Club shall be organized exclusively to promote charitable and educational activities.

OC MARCH 2015

GFWC Grand Haven Woman's Club

PRESIDENT’’S MESSAGE – SANDY HOLLENBECK

WOW! What a treat to have the State President Carole Weaver as our speaker at our February luncheon. I hope you all enjoyed hearing about the Federation history as much as I did. Each one of us should be so proud to belong to such a wonderful organization. And speaking of being proud……..also learning that Grand Haven Woman’s Club is the second largest club (203 members) in the State of Florida. Each one of you should give yourself a big “pat on the back” for all the volunteer work and donations you have provided for our charities that we support in Flagler County and the State of Florida.

I also want to thank all of you that were able to attend the February luncheon. We needed to come together and car pool because of the limited space in the parking lot with the golf course now being opened on Mondays. I really appreciate all of your co-operation with this change in our process. It was a success thanks to all of you. We will need to continue this process for March through May as well. Should this new process be a problem for you, please do not hesitate to contact me so I can work on an alternate plan for you.

Please be sure to read about all the activities during the month of March printed in this month’s newsletter. Also don’t forget that our yearly book sale is coming up April 11th, and please remember to continue to report your volunteer hours each month to Cathy Whitby. Lots and lots of things going on to keep us busy.

We have another great program and luncheon planned for you in March and I hope to see all of you on Monday the 16th.

SANDY HOLLENBECK

“VOLUNTEER & MAKE A DIFFERENCE!”

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2014 - 2015EXECUTIVE BOARD

President Sandy Hollenbeck1st VP Nancy Carlton 2nd VP Lucy Crowley

Treasurer Lynn Spancake, Carol WolfeRecording Secretary Diana Figliuolo

Corresponding Secretary Margie MorrisParliamentarian Sandy Haines

Immediate Past President Sandra Mankowich

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM CHAIRSArts and Crafts Joyce CruzConservation Fran Chiodo

Education Martha Morse, Cathy WhitbyHome Life Karen Finder

International Outreach Peggy SmithPublic Issues Pat Driscoll

STANDING COMMITTEE CHAIRSHospitality Ellie Decker, Sue Freytag

Membership Kathy ChiddisterMonthly Notices Karen Cousino, Marylee

GiordanoNewsletter Fran Anderson

State President Special Project Sally Nord Publicity/Photographer Pam Walker

Reporting Nan Reid

SPECIAL COMMITTEE CHAIRSBudget and Finance Carol Olsen, Nancy Richards

Bylaws and Protocol Marilyn GinglesFood Pantry Sheryl Marvin, Terry RanieriGreeters Maria DeCola, Jean Soberanis

Let’s Do Lunch Dianne Robichaud, Jelena Kaveney, Nancy Richards

Material Girls Barbara White Name Badges Nancy Richards

Scrapbook Geri FitzgeraldWays and Means Ro Bianchi, Sue Freytag, Nan

Reid, Sherry SabolYearbook (Directory) Nancy Carlton

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGSThe Board shall meet at 9:45 a.m. prior to

the regular monthly meetings at the clubhouse. Additional meetings may be called by the President when necessary.For Committee/Department Chairs:

Please submit Board Meeting report by e-mail to Recording Secretary, Diana Figliuolo at dianafigli@aol.com or paper copy at the

meeting to facilitate the writing of the minutes. 

CLUB MEETINGS DATES

March 16, 2015April 20, 2015

May 18, 2015 (Members Only Tea)

RESERVATION PROCESS Please respond to the invitation with a

"yes" or "no" reply by the due date.If you must cancel a reservation after the

due date, you are responsible for payment.Please pay by check for the amount of the meal. If you must pay with cash put the exact amount in an envelope with your

name on it. There is a meal choice available for special-needs. These requests

must be made when you make your reservation to the notice chairperson only.

Karen Cousino & Marylee GiordanoAt karcousino@aol.com

MARCH LUNCHEON MEETING

Monday, March 16, 2015

Our speaker for this month is Shanna Fortier who is the Community Editor for the Palm Coast Observer.

  This is a Mixer Monday (Assigned Seating)

Arrival Time is 10:45 a.m. for Check-in  

~ Menu ~

Plated Salad Buffet: London Broil, Redskin Mashed Potatoes and

Green Beans Almondine Rolls and Butter

Raspberry Mousse  

Please let me know if you have any food allergies when you make your reservation.

Please have your check made out to GHWC for $18 BEFORE coming to the check-in table.

  If you miss the March 8th deadline you will be placed on

a waiting list for cancellations.  

Please remember your donations of non-perishable food or checks for the food bank, there is always a need.

RSVP YES OR NO BY SUNDAY, MARCH 8 TO  karcousino@aol.com

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VOLUNTEER & MAKE A DIFFERENCE

PRESIDENT’’S MESSAGE – SANDY HOLLENBECK

WOW! What a treat to have the State President Carole Weaver as our speaker at our February luncheon. I hope you all enjoyed hearing about the Federation history as much as I did. Each one of us should be so proud to belong to such a wonderful organization. And speaking of being proud……..also learning that Grand Haven Woman’s Club is the second largest club (203 members) in the State of Florida. Each one of you should give yourself a big “pat on the back” for all the volunteer work and donations you have provided for our charities that we support in Flagler County and the State of Florida.

I also want to thank all of you that were able to attend the February luncheon. We needed to come together and car pool because of the limited space in the parking lot with the golf course now being opened on Mondays. I really appreciate all of your co-operation with this change in our process. It was a success thanks to all of you. We will need to continue this process for March through May as well. Should this new process be a problem for you, please do not hesitate to contact me so I can work on an alternate plan for you.

Please be sure to read about all the activities during the month of March printed in this month’s newsletter. Also don’t forget that our yearly book sale is coming up April 11th, and please remember to continue to report your volunteer hours each month to Cathy Whitby. Lots and lots of things going on to keep us busy.

We have another great program and luncheon planned for you in March and I hope to see all of you on Monday the 16th.

SANDY HOLLENBECK

“VOLUNTEER & MAKE A DIFFERENCE!”

FYIThe Grand Haven Woman’s Club is

a Chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs of

Florida.

Your membership in the GHWC is entirely separate from golf and

social memberships provided by The Grand Haven Club.

Spread a Little Sunshine….

Know of a member’s surgery, illness, special anniversary?

Please contact Margie MorrisCheznous1@hotmail.com

Check Out GHWC FACEBOOK PAGEHave you seen us on FACEBOOK?You don’t have to join Facebook to

check out the great photos and read about our club events posted by our Publicity/Photographer, Pam Walker.

Just go to the website at:www.facebook.com/

grandhavenwomensclub

WAYS AND MEANS - LUCY CROWLEY

Our major fundraisers for the year are behind us but we are still planning our monthly chance baskets, so I am asking you to be most generous when buying the tickets for these. We have decided to do fewer baskets, but instead we will be having gift cards from various restaurants in Palm Coast and along A1A. Please support these restaurants by visiting them and enjoying a lunch or dinner there. They are most generous by donating these gift cards.

We are working on one more fundraiser for the year and I will have more information for you on that in the April newsletter,

Thank you all for your support. Lucy

MEMBERSHIP – KATHY CHIDDISTER

Membership Dues will be collected at the March Luncheon.Please make your checks out in advance to GHWC for $40.00.Dues are to be paid before or by the April Meeting.

Ladies, thank you for your cooperation in paying your dues for the coming year.

Our current membership of 203, makes our club the second largest in the GFWC of Florida; Naples is the largest.

We welcome new member, Jean Gritman who joined us last month. Please add Jean to your Membership Directory and make the additional changes noted below:

Jean Gritman (Robert); 4 Crossbar Way; telephone 445-0468; jeangritman@aol.com ; birthday: 01/15.

New email address for Liz Denby: lizdenby70@gmail.com

Sandra Mankowich’s new address is 12 Village View DriveHer telephone number and email remains the same.

KATHY

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MEMBERSHIP – KATHY CHIDDISTER

Please be sure to send me any changes of phone numbers or email addresses so we can keep our list up to date.My email address is Chid@cfl.rr.com Thank you. Kathy

VOLUNTEER & MAKE A DIFFERENCE

GRAND HAVEN WOMAN'S CLUBMINUTES OF THE GENERAL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 16, 2015

The General Meeting was opened by the President at 11:35 am. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the President welcomed all attendees.

The President asked for a vote on the minutes of November 17, 2014. The minutes were approved as written.

Sandy Hollenbeck thanked all for attending. Sandy asked members to introduce their prospective members and guests.

Lucy Crowley reported that $2,800.00 was raised from the Day of Games in January. There were 149 attendees. Today's chance baskets helped raise $475.00.

Sandy Hollenbeck reported that there is 1 new member, bringing the total to 203. Candles were given to 3 new members. A reminder that dues of $40.00 are due in March.

The Proposed By-Law changes were voted upon. Motion made by Karen Finder, seconded by Nancy Carlson. The vote passed. It was announced that GHWC is the second largest club in the state of Florida.

Cathy Whitby announced that the collection of Prom Wear will be done at the next meeting. This includes formal wear for both ladies and men, including shoes, purses, and jewelry.

The Book Sale will be held on April 11th and will include books (both paperback and hard cover), DVDs, CDs, and children's books.

Terry Ranieri announced that the total of foods and monies collected for the Food Bank in 2014 was approximately $11,000.00. There is still a great need for canned goods and paper goods. Clothing is still needed for the Flagler County Women's Shelter.

Pam Walker spoke on the GHWC Facebook page.

The Collect was said and the meeting closed at 11:55 am.

The next General meeting will be on March 16, 2015.

Respectfully submitted,Diana FigliuoloRecording Secretary

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Spread a Little Sunshine….

Know of a member’s surgery, illness, special anniversary?

Please contact Margie MorrisCheznous1@hotmail.com

Check Out GHWC FACEBOOK PAGEHave you seen us on FACEBOOK?You don’t have to join Facebook to

check out the great photos and read about our club events posted by our Publicity/Photographer, Pam Walker.

Just go to the website at:www.facebook.com/

grandhavenwomensclub

VOLUNTEER & MAKE A DIFFERENCE

VOLUNTEER & MAKE A DIFFERENCE

TREASURY – LYNN SPANCAKE & CAROL WOLFE

Financial Report for February 2015

Reserve Total 2,555.00

AdministrativeOpening Balance 1,763.26Income (dues) 25.00Luncheon 1,620.00Expenditures Meetings 76.00 FFWC dues 0.00 Programs 36.00 Fees 0.00 Operating expenses 0.00 Luncheon 1,583.55Closing Balance 1,712.71

ContributionsOpening Balance 9,650.81Income Monthly Chance 475.00 Fund Raiser 150.00 Dues&Donations 1,500.00Expenses Monthly Chance 0.00 Fund Raiser 0.00Donations 10,950.00

Closing Balance 825.81

TOTAL BALANCE 5,093.52

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I will be collecting items for the Prom Closet at the March meeting. Those items include dresses, skirts, and tops appropriate for a prom and also accessories of all kinds. . . jewelry, purses, shoes.

Don't forget the young men. Nice suits, tuxedos, shirts are also included on the wish list. If you can't make the meeting, let me know and I will be happy to pick up your donations.

Thanks so much to all the members who signed up to be neighborhood coordinators for the April Book Sale which will be on Saturday, April 11th from 9 a.m. till 3 p.m. at the Village Center. I was able to cover most of the areas needed. If you didn't sign up for the above, at the March Luncheon, I will pass a sign-up for workers for the day of the Book Sale. Hopefully, many of you will be able to fill those slots. If donating books, please only include books that are in good condition. . . hardback/paperback; fiction and non-fiction. Cookbooks of size and in good condition will be accepted as well as CDs and DVDs.

Thanks so much for all you do for our community through our worthy charities.Cathy Whitby

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FOOD PANTRY – SHERYL MARVIN & TERRY RAINERI As I sit down to write this article, I have just returned from attending the University Women of Flagler’s Day of Games fundraiser. In addition to

playing a great game of Canasta (even though my team lost!), we enjoyed a delicious lunch including large servings of lasagna, salad, bread and lots of delicious baked goods. Many of us are able to take meals like that for granted, but I can’t help but wonder when the people who visit the Resource Center or live at the Family Life Center were last able to enjoy such a hearty meal. We would like to thank all the members of the GHWC who take the time to remember those who aren’t able to take the next meal for granted. Your donations of food items and cash or checks are sincerely appreciated by the food insufficient in Flagler County.

The Resource Center and Family Life Center continue to be in need of canned, boxed and fresh food items. Canned or dried milk is needed, along with canned fruits and veggies. (They have enough corn at the moment, but could use any type of canned beans.) Easy to heat foods, such as spaghetti, ravioli, stew, hash, and soups are always requested. Canned chicken, turkey, or tuna are also needed. Lunchables, found in the refrigerated section of the market, have been requested. Fresh fruits, apples, bananas, oranges, and fresh vegetables, potatoes, carrots, peppers, etc. are always enjoyed by the recipients. Toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, foil, and cleaning supplies are also needed.

Thanks again for caring enough to donate to people in need in Flagler County.

Sheryl and Terry

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PRESIDENT’S PROJECT - SALLY NORD

At our February meeting, State President Carole Weaver brought a basketful of stuffed puppies. They were just adorable and could be adopted for $15.00 a puppy. All of the proceeds went to Canine Companions for Independence. Well, our puppy loving members emptied the basket, raising $210.00 for CCI. Sandy Hollenbeck also presented Carole with a check for $250.00. $150.00 of this was raised from our “Pennies for Puppies” collection. And that’s not all. Carole Weaver won one of the chance drawings, which was a gift card to The Funky Pelican. Since Carole lives on the other side of the State, our club bought it back to be used again and made another donation to CCI for $30.00. So the grand total donated at the February meeting to the State President’s Project was $490.00. Sally Nord

THE MATERIAL GIRLS- BARBARA WHITE

The Material Girls will gather on Monday, March 30th from 1 to 3 p.m. at Barbara White's home, 27 Southlake Drive. Please call or e-mail if you'd like to attend so I may have a chair ready for you.

At our February meeting, two adorably decorated chemo caps were knitted and donated for the Flagler Cancer centers. They are so appreciative of these, especially during the cold winter months.

We are working on various projects: new & old scarf patterns, baby blanket and chemo caps. Come join us for an interesting afternoon of chatting while we work on our projects, share patterns, catch up on the latest news about things and foster friendships. We do have fun! Barbara White - bfjwhite@gmail.com –telephone 246-6291

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CARPOOLING…..it makes sense! WHY? Why drive alone when you can travel with friends; it saves on gas; and is a tremendous help now that the golf club is open on Mondays and parking spaces are filling up with our members and golfers--carpooling will free up some spaces to help ease the situation of a filled parking lot. Give Carpooling a try----think of who you can team up with to Carpool to the luncheon. And, if you should have carpooling stories you’d wish to share, I would love to hear them….email them to me at fandersonghwcnews@aol.com.

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PUBLICITY/PHOTOGRAPHER – PAM WALKERGRAND HAVEN WOMAN’S CLUB FACEBOOK PAGE!

Yes, we have our own Facebook page for the Grand Haven Woman’s Club.For those of you who are not on Facebook…..you don’t even have to join to access the page.On each newsletter that you get, there is a “link”…so you can click on that grouping of words and your computer will automatically direct you to the FB page.Look for it today and see pictures of our speakers, activities that we have done, even our camera link to our GH eagles, Romeo and Juliet. There are also plenty of pictures posted there of friends and neighbors all having a great time. If you want to invite someone to join our membership, the application form is also available right on our FB page. So click on that link today https://www.facebook.com/grandhavenwomensclub

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HOME LIFE – COMMUNITY NEWS - KAREN FINDER

SPRING IS COMING- IT’S TIME TO DECLUTTER

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In spring, as you clean out clutter and remove cobwebs from corners, take the opportunity to also inventory your possessions. Spending the time now organizing, cataloging and protecting your personal property frees you up to enjoy the season's warm weather and longer days. The following spring cleaning checklist will help you organize and inventory your home, preparing you for whatever life has to offer.

1. PurgeChances are unwanted items crept into your home over the past year and are taking up precious space. While some of the materials should obviously be tossed, you'll likely find items you can donate to a worthy cause. List the donation items and their estimated worth for tax purposes and then set them out of the way. 

2. Improve organizationYou may find while purging that certain areas of your house or specific items are not well-organized. Take a close look where clutter reigns in your home and consider adding organization tools. For instance, if you tend to stack paperwork that you need to address and then find yourself sifting through piles when it's time to pay your insurance bill or consult a party invitation, file the paperwork in a portable filing system or labeled stackable trays. 

Organizing your home is also likely to improve your finances, as it helps guarantee that no financial obligations are forgotten, and you may even find

valuable receipts for tax purposes or forgotten gems like gift cards. 

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3. InventoryWhile organizing your belongings, also protect your investment and do a home inventory. Having on hand thorough and accurate records of your possessions and property in case of loss or theft makes the recovery process run more smoothly.

Thanks to technology, there are a wide variety of ways to easily and quickly record and catalog your personal property, such as The Home Gallery® app for iPhone and Android. This comprehensive tool enables you to perform all of the tasks necessary when completing a home inventory, such as taking photos and cataloging items by room and category. The app also allows you to snap images of receipts and track belongings in multiple properties. You can browse a gallery of your belongings in the database and easily add new purchases and acquisitions.

4. Record everythingWhen performing the inventory, be as thorough as possible. This is especially important in the event of a total loss. In addition to recording the existence of valuable items like jewelry, family heirlooms and electronics, remember to record everyday belongings that will need to be replaced, such as dishware and clothing.

5. Review your homeowners or renters insuranceNow that you know what you own and how much it's worth is the ideal time to review your insurance policy to see if it accurately covers your current possessions. You may find that you aren't adequately insured or that your policy requires some adjustments. Or you may be relieved to discover that you have just the right amount of home coverage. 

Spring cleaning your home and conducting a thorough inventory may take some time, but the resulting peace of mind is well worth the effort.Excerpted from http://www.libertymutualinsurance/thetorchhome.com

Karen Finder

A REMINDER AS YOU DECLUTTER: Set aside the good condition books for our GHWC Book Sale (April 11) and if you have appropriate jewelry, accessories, and formal wear…please remember the Prom Closet collection.

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HISTORY OF GENERAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS AND GENERAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS FLORIDA

Part 7

1990s: GFWC actively supported the passage of the Violence Against Women Act; the Americans With Disabilities Act; the Family and Medical Leave Act; and legislation supporting handgun control.

1994: GFWC founder Jane Cunningham Croly was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, New York.

1997: GFWC renewed its commitment to libraries with the Libraries 2000 project. Over a five year period, GFWC clubwomen raised and donated $13.5 million to public libraries and public school libraries across the nation.

2000s: GFWC members contributed $180,000 for a fully-equipped ambulance for use by the New York Fire Department in response to the loss of equipment suffered during the terrorist attacks on September11, 2001.

GFWC continues its tradition of addressing social issues affecting women and families through programs that combat violence against women and promote human rights.

This concludes the history of the Federation. I hope all of you have enjoyed learning about the accomplishments our organization has made over the years.

Sandy Hollenbeck

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GRANDPARENTS HELPERS - PEGGY SMITH

If you are having grandchildren or little visitors and need an item for assistance, ex. high chair, car seat, etc., Peggy Smith has a list of people who have available items you may borrow. If you are already on the list and need to add or delete items, please contact Peggy. If you are new to the club - or grand parenting - and have toys, kid articles, etc. and would be happy to share, contact Peggy. The list is updated when people notify her of changes.

Peggy Smith 986-1745 or bwpa4650@bellsouth.net

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GHWC makes valuable contributions to our local community, state and international charities through the support we provide to organizations in the form of our service, our contributions of food, books, clothing and tangible resources.

The following list is provided to identify the organizations that the GHWC currently makes monetary contributions to and it is provided to our members for awareness of the support you provide by your club membership and participation in our fund raising endeavors throughout the year.

We are extremely proud of all the ways we contribute to others in need! Organizations and funds we contribute to include:

Local Project OrganizationsEducation Scholarship at Matanzas HS

Education Scholarship at Flagler/Palm Coast HSChurch Women United Food BankFlagler County Family Life Center

New BeginningsFlagler Habitat for Humanity

Florida Hospital Flagler FoundationFlagler Free Clinic

Flagler County Educational Foundation S.T.U.F.F. BusFlagler County Educational Foundation Take Stock in

ChildrenFriends of the Library of Flagler County

Flagler Volunteer Fire/Rescue DepartmentRelay for Life

Friends of Washington Oaks Garden State ParkFlagler Humane Society

Flagler/Volusia Turtle PatrolAudubon Center for Birds of Prey

Flagler PlayhousePalm Coast Arts FoundationWhispering Meadows Ranch

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President’s Project – Canine Companions for Independence

1895 SocietyHacienda Girls Ranch

Special OlympicsBoggy Creek

Heifer InternationalHOBY

Sew Much ComfortGFWC Florida Scholarship

GFWC Florida Junior & Juniorette Projects Funding

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