General Meeting – 6 December 2011
Women’s Day Alliance met in Raible Chapel on Tuesday, December 6, 2011. President Kathy Calhoun called the meeting to order at 10:30 AM with opening words of inspiration followed by the lighting of the chalice by Edna Davis.
President Calhoun reported a WDA profit from the Crafty Bake Sale of about $801.00. She thanked all who helped to set up or sell or buy the baked goods or crafts. A special thanks was extended to Joan Janak who sent two scarves to be sold.
Recording Secretary Karen McClendon read the minutes of the November meeting which were approved as read.
Treasurer Lenna Webb gave the bank balance of $2,605.43. Unfortunately, the bank is still tacking a fee onto our account each month so that issue still needs to be resolved.
President Calhoun thanked Lenna for uploading the minutes and the financial report to the WDA website.
Membership Chairman Ginny Lombardi introduced our guests. Thirty-four members, 2 guests and the speaker were present.
Susan Grundy, Co-program Committee chair, reminded members of upcoming speakers.
Luncheon Committee Chair Barbara Powell thanked the hostesses for today’s catered luncheon – Nina Bell, Judy Smith and Lenna Webb. She stressed the importance of responding to email or telephone meeting notices. This will be especially important for the next meeting as the notice will come between Christmas and New Year’s Day, an especially busy week.
Sara Miskimins, Service Committee Chairman, thanked those who brought items or gave checks for the Rainbow Room, a program of Community Partners of Dallas.
She reminded members that they can still purchase a box of ten UUSC cards for $10.00.
We’re all set for about 8 or 9 holiday deliveries and visits to selected church members.
The $27.00 or so overage from the collection to buy supplies for Dan D. Rogers’ students will be given to their library for the purchase of books.
Check the DU for opportunities for many continuing service projects.
Corresponding Secretary Yvonne Norfleet has sent a thank you card to Fran Tynan, our November speaker, and a sympathy card to the family of Bette Schleier as well as a best wishes card to Loyse Whisman as she settles into her new living arrangements.
Publicity Chairman Nina Bell said that she’s all set up with reminders to get the announcements to the church office in time for publication deadlines.
Bridge Chairman Genie Fritz reminded players that the December meeting will be a special luncheon prepared by Ann Wilbur who has sent invitations to those on the bridge list.
Friendship Chairman Marjorie Niemann announced a special December treat – a trip to the Arboretum with a tour of the DeGolyer home followed by lunch. Members who are interested may sign up as guests of those who have Arboretum memberships.
Community Liaison Jana Blackburn reminded members of the DMA’s special exhibit which runs through February 12, 2012.
President Calhoun closed the meeting at 11:00 with an inspirational reading.
Program Chairman Patty Jantho introduced our speaker, Dr. John Mears, SMU History Professor, who spoke on “Living on the Hinge of History.”Dr. Mears’ illuminating talk ended with a brief question and answer period.
The meeting adjourned for the Christmas luncheon at 12:00 noon.
Karen McClendon, Recording Secretary
General Meeting – 1 November 2011
Women’s Day Alliance met in Raible Chapel on Tuesday, November 1, 2011. President Kathy Calhoun called the meeting to order at 10:30 AM, and following the lighting of the chalice by Alice Johnson, read words of inspiration.
After learning that the Board suggested that the minutes not be read at meetings since they’re available online and as hard copies at each meeting, members discussed whether or not the reading is beneficial. Jeanne Clinchy moved that the minutes of the past meeting should be read. The motion was seconded and passed by a slim margin.
Recording Secretary Karen McClendon read the minutes of the October meeting as well as a thank you note from Hearts and Hammers.
Treasurer Lenna Webb gave the bank balance of $2,963.22. She was able to get the bank charges revoked but said the process must be repeated each year.
First Vice President/Membership Chairman Ginny Lombardi reported that 31 members, 1 guest and the speaker were present.
Patty Jantho, Co-program Committee chair, reminded members that the always thought-provoking John Mears will be our December speaker.
Luncheon Committee Chair Barbara Powell thanked the hostesses for today’s catered luncheon – Edna Davis, Jana Blackburn and Karen McClendon with special thanks to Jo Hogue who provided the Mexican pots around which the hostesses planned the table decorations.
Sara Miskimins, Service Committee Chairman, passed a sign-up sheet so members could a) list anyone who might enjoy a holiday visit and b) sign up to make one of the visits.
Sara also reminded members that a collection to benefit the Rainbow Room will be taken in December.
Corresponding Secretary Yvonne Norfleet has sent a thank you card to Mary Mel French, our September speaker.
President Calhoun spoke for the Telephone Chairman, saying that from now on, Vee Shine will call those on her list one time only. Lenna Webb added that she will call anyone who gets the email notice but doesn’t open it.
Friendship Chairman Marjorie Niemann invited all to meet in Channing on November 22nd for an opportunity to deepen WDA friendships. Call Peggy Cargile if you plan on attending.
Bring a sandwich. Drinks and dessert are provided.
Movie maven Sara Miskimins announced that the 4th Tuesday movie group will meet on the 5th Tuesday this month because of Thanksgiving.
Community Liaison Jana Blackburn listed several opportunities for entertainment, among them:
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· The Meadows Museum (SMU campus) houses one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of Spanish art outside of Spain.
The second Prado-Meadows partnership features The Magdalene (1641) by Jusepe de Ribera – through January 15, 2012
In other business, the November 20th Crafty Bake Sale was discussed, and a sign-up sheet for workers was passed. Members were urged to sign up to bring items for sale and to work either on set-up Saturday or during one of the Sunday shifts. Members were reminded that all baked goods should be “from scratch.”
President Calhoun announced that Chalice Art jewelry will be for sale on November 13th. A percentage of the proceeds will go to the Youth Department for the Coming of Age Boston trip and the YRUU Service trip.
The business session ended at 11:00.
Patty Jantho introduced our speaker, Fran Tynan, Director of Resolana, a non-profit organization that provides rehabilitative programming for incarcerated women.
Mrs. Tynan’s informative program ended with a question and answer period.
The meeting adjourned for a catered luncheon at 12:00 noon.
Karen McClendon, Recording Secretary
General Meeting – 4 October 2011
Women’s Day Alliance met in Raible Chapel on Tuesday, October 4, 2011. President Kathy Calhoun called the meeting to order at 10:30 AM with inspirational words and a welcome to all present, especially new members and guests.
President Calhoun thanked ULink workers Barbara Powell, Nina Bell and Ginny Lombardi. She complimented Judy Smith and Lenna Webb for a very good directory and called on Karen McClendon to read the minutes of the September 6th meeting.
Treasurer Lenna Webb reported a bank balance of $3,489.67. Her complete report is filed with the minutes.
First Vice President/Membership Chairman Ginny Lombardi introduced new member, Jo Lynn Robichaux. Thirty-six members and five guests were present.
Patty Jantho, Co-program Committee chair, reminded members of the speakers for our November and December meetings.
Luncheon Committee Chair Barbara Powell thanked the hostesses for today’s catered luncheon – Peggy Cargile, Patty Jantho and Yvonne Norfleet.
Corresponding Secretary Yvonne Norfleet has sent cards to Charlise Hill-Larson, Lenna Webb and Loyse Whisman who’s now at The Forum.
Telephone Chairman Vee Shine mentioned that two members have incorrect phone numbers listed. Lenna Webb added that six or seven members didn’t respond to emails so Barbara Powell had to call them to see if they planned to come today.
Bridge Chairman Genie Fritz reminded members that bridge begins at 10:00 on October 11th. Bring a sandwich. Snacks and drinks will be provided by the hostesses.
Friendship Chairman Marjorie Niemann invited all to meet on October 18th in the home of Valerie Adams, Barbara Powell’s daughter, for an opportunity to deepen WDA friendships.
Community Liaison Jana Blackburn listed several opportunities for entertainment:
· The Tempest is being presented at the Wyly Theater.
· The State Fair of Texas runs through October 23rd. Thursdays are free for seniors.
The Arboretum’s “Cinderella’s Pumpkin Village” will be open until the day before Thanksgiving. Concerts are held on Thursday evenings.
President Calhoun closed the business session at 10:55.
Barbara Powell introduced our speaker, Mary Mel French, Chief of Protocol during the Clinton Administration and author of United States Protocol, the Guide to Official Diplomatic Etiquette.
Mrs. French’s program ended with questions and answers.
The meeting was adjourned for a catered luncheon at 12:00 noon.
Karen McClendon, Recording Secretary
General Meeting – 6 September 2011
President Kathy Calhoun called the meeting to order at 10:35 AM, beginning with an appropriate reading followed by a report of her attendance at the recent meeting of the Unitarian Universalist Association where our WDA website received much positive recognition. President Calhoun, who with three other women served on a panel discussion sponsored by the UU Women’s Federation, reported that our WDA was also recognized for holding this church together during the depression and for the active role some members played in Roe vs Wade. Our auxiliary groups, such as bridge, friendship and movies, were also noted.
The minutes of the May 10th meeting were approved as read.
First Vice President/Membership Chairman Ginny Lombardi introduced two new WDA members, Ellen Solender and Jeanette Richardson, bringing out total membership to 54.
Visitor Paula Rose invited WDA members to attend the WEA meeting on the evening of September 13th in Channing Hall for an evening of fun and fellowship. After a potluck buffet, Mary Sue Foster will present “Never Meet a Stranger – Appreciative Inquiry.” A highlight of the evening will be the celebration of Mrs. Raible’s 90th birthday.
The Program Committee members deferred to Barbara Powell to announce the speaker for our October meeting – the Honorable Mary Mel French, former Ambassador of Protocol for the United State during the Clinton administration and author of United States Protocol: The Guide to Official Diplomatic Etiquette.
As Luncheon Committee Chair, Barbara continued, thanking those who served with her as hostesses for today’s potluck luncheon – Peggy Cargile, Martha Durst, Susan Grundy, Patty Jantho, Sara Miskimins and Pamela Townsend.
Table decorations are the books and supplies that will go to Dan D. Rogers Elementary.
Barbara also explained the need to purchase new tablecloths and plates for WDA use. The Board approved the purchase of 12 red tablecloths at $9.00 each and 2 dozen plates at about $28.00 a dozen. As a non-budget item, a member vote was required. Barbara moved to make these purchases. The vote carried.
Service Committee Chairman Sara Miskimins mentioned several opportunities:
· Donations will be accepted at the luncheon to cover the $75.00 cost of the notebooks and supplies she purchased for students at Dan D. Rogers Elementary School. This school, which has received an Exemplary rating, is the one we supported last year.
· Keep in mind that the North Texas Food Bank most always needs volunteers. Twelve are needed for Wednesday, September 7th.
· September 11th is our blood drive. So far 35 have signed up.
· WDA will provide lunch for Hearts and Hammers on Saturday, September 17th. Donations and volunteer workers are both appreciated.
· On September 18th at 10:00, the church’s Service Committee will present a program to be followed by their regular committee meeting.
· WDA will sell holiday cards from the UUSC at the November Crafty Bake Sale. They are priced at 10 cards for $10.00.
Corresponding Secretary Yvonne Norfleet has sent cards to the following:
· Betty Schleier who’s in the hospital with a broken hip
· Betty Sanders whose sister died
· Vee Shine who is adjusting to her husband’s recent move to a nursing facility
· Loyse Whisman who’s now at home with periodic home care
Publicity Chairman Nina Bell is ensuring that a WDA article is in each issue of the DU.
Telephone Chairman Vee Shine was not present; however, members without email were asked to let her know if they didn’t receive a call about the meeting.
Bridge Chairman Genie Fritz reminded members that bridge begins at 10:00 on September 13th. Bring a sandwich. Snacks and drinks are provided by the hostesses.
Friendship Chairman Marjorie Niemann invited all to meet on 3rd Tuesdays in Channing Hall for an opportunity to deepen WDA friendships.
Community Liaison Jana Blackburn listed several opportunities for entertainment:
· The Tempest will be presented at the Wyly Theater on September 10th.
· Oktoberfest is in Addison from September 15th through the 18th.
· The Dallas Wind Symphony performs at the Myerson on September 22nd.
· West Side Story will be performed at the Music Hall in Fair Park from October 4 through the 23rd.
· The Help was recommended as a good movie to see.
The business meeting closed with a couple of reminders:
· Irene Ellis said there are several handicapped parking spaces in the new lot.
· President Calhoun reminded members of the special events taking place at church on Saturday and Sunday.
Second Vice President/Program Chairman Patty Jantho introduced our speaker, Charlise Hill- Larson, Director of Pastoral Care at First Unitarian. Charlise gave fascinating information about her search for a spiritual home and how Laurel Hallman played a part in her being a part of this church. In closing, Charlise announced a workshop on aging and dementia will be held at the church from 9:00 to 3:00 on Saturday, November 5th.
The meeting was adjourned for the pot luck luncheon at 12:00 noon.
Karen McClendon, Recording Secretary
Women’s Day Alliance
December 7, 2010
General Meeting
mother of Bruce Mickey, a member of our church.
feature Alice Barnett discussing the work of the Vogel Alcove.
Rainbow Room following the meeting so that she needed to have all donations by
then. Any checks should be made to Community Partners of Dallas.
Clauses and that the exhibit goes through New Year’s Eve.
luncheon, Judy Smith, Yvonne Norfleet and Jana Blackbur who decorated the tables
with a Teddy Bear theme. She reminded Alma Ayers, Marjorie Niemann, and
Barbara Powell that they were hostesses for the January luncheon .
Sale. She thanked all who contributed baked goods and crafts and those who
helped organize and those who helped in the selling.
WDA’s request. The cost is $570. Discussion followed as to ways to avoid the sun in
people’s eyes without incurring expense. The issue was tabled.
Sarah McGrath introduced Marcia Cooper who gave a book review of Bel Canto
and Sadie McCollum who played the piano and sang to portray the main character of
the book, an opera singer. Sarah said the program was in honor of Francine
Burrows.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Yvonne Norfleet, Secretary
Women’s Day Alliance
November 2, 2010
General Meeting
First Unitarian Church of Dallas
Women’s Day Alliance
October 5, 2010
General Meeting
Women’s Day
Alliance
May 4, 2010
General Meeting
REPORTS OF
BOARD AND COMMITTEES
President Joan Janak
called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m.
Secretary The minutes of
the April meeting were read; then approved as corrected.
Treasurer Pamela
Townsend reminded members that if they want to be included in the yearbook they
must have paid their dues.by the end of May.
She then reported a cash balance of $2,659.24
First
Vice-President Jana Blackburn announced that to date there are 32 paid members and
reminded everyone that the dues are $25.
President Joan Janak
informed the group that the ministers’ wives were sent invitations to attend
today’s meeting and pot-luck luncheon.
Friendship
Circle Social Chair Marge Niemann reported that the next event would be held at Ginny
Lombardi’s house.
Member Martha Durst
announced that in July on fourTuesdays theTemple Emanu-El will feature special
cinemas for $4 each with free popcorn and lemonade.
New Service
Chair Sara Miskimins passed out a survey, asking members to please fill it out
indicating the type of services they think the WDA should undertake and which
ones they would be willing to participate in.
She asked that the completed surveys be returned to her at the end of
the luncheon.
Community
Liaison Chair Peggy Cargile announced
the following events: Beatrice Potter
exhibit at the Arboretum, King Charles IV at the
Luncheon Chair Kathy Calhoun
thanked Marilyn Newstadt, Marjorie Niemann, Elsa North and Virginia Sanders for
the “May Flowers” decorations in Channing Hall.
She asked that each member sign up to be a hostess for the coming year.
President Joan Janak
gave a brief history of the WDA. Then
Edna Davis conducted a ceremony to install the new officers, written by Rona
Mears. After the installation the old
staff was acknowledged and thanked for their service.
PROGRAM:
Sarah McGrath introduced the speaker Tina Flanders who presented Tips on Exercising & Nutrition. Ms.
The group adjourned at 12:00 for the pot-luck luncheon in Channing
Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Yvonne Norfleet, Secretary
Women’s Day
Alliance
April 6, 2010
General Meeting
REPORTS OF
BOARD AND COMMITTEES
President Joan Janak
called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m.
Chris Denny, the church’s Chief Administrative Officer, began the meeting
by making announcements. First,
regarding the pictorial directory:
members of the church are asked to sign up to have their photos taken in
May or June. Second, regarding the
church’s movement toward paperless reporting by late May: both the DU and quarterly statements will be
sent electronically. To have copies of
either sent by mail will require signing requests.
Secretary The minutes of
the March meeting were read; then approved as corrected.
Treasurer Pamela
Townsend reported that the Book Sale netted $536.26. She sent $100 from the WDA to the church’s
youth group, $200 to the church. In all
the WDA contributed $3,500 to community and church, leaving a balance of $2,352.
24.
Pamela then passed out
copies of the proposed budget for the 2010-11 year. A motion was made and seconded to accept the
budget as presented; the motion carried unanimously.
First
Vice-President Jana Blackburn announced that Judy Smith’s husband was our only guest for
the day. She then reported the death of
member, Francine Burrow.
Also she stated that Martha Popkess was scheduled for surgery.
Nominating
Committee of Jeanne Clinchy, Susan Grundy and Edna Davis presented the slate of
officers for the 2010-11 year. They were
accepted by acclimation. They are as
follows:
President Joan
Janak
Vice President (Membership) Jana Blackburn
Second Vice President
(Program) Sarah McGrath
Patty
Jantho
Secretary Yvonne
Norfleet
Treasurer Lenna
Webb
Luncheon Kathy
Calhoun
Service Sara
Miskimins
Social Marge
Niemann (Friendship)
Genie
Fritz (Bridge)
Community Liaison Peggy Cargile
Finance Pamela
Townsend
Publicity Barbara
Powell
Telephone
Nominating Betty
Sanders
Kathy
Warner
Irene
Ellis
Luncheon Chair Kathy Calhoun
announced that the “Spring Fling” decorations in Channing Hall were provided by
Jeanne Clinchy, Edna Davis, Karen McClendon and Carolyn Saunders. In May for the pot luck luncheon Marilyn
Newstadt, Marjorie Niemann, Elsa North and Virginia Sanders will be in charge.
Service Chair Kathy Warner
stated that as visits to shut-ins at
Christmas were so pleasant, her committee has plans to make visits again in the
spring. She passed a list around to
allow members to write names of people needing such visits.
Kathy then thanked the board
for stuffing eggs for the church’s Easter Egg Hunt at their meeting in March.
She plans a service
committee meeting after today’s lunch.
She reiterated Chris Denny’s
request for all members of the church to sign up for photos, emphasizing that
members will receive free an 8 x 10 photo as well as a copy of the
directory. The last directory was in
1989, so it is definitely time for a new one.
President Joan Janak
reminded all that WDA dues of $25 are to be paid by May.
Publicity Chair Barbara Powell
explained that errors regarding the WDA in the March DU were not hers, but she
is confident that with the return of Suzi Hall to her job following maternity
leave there will be no future problems.
President Joan Janak
announced that “thank-you” notes from the church’s youth group and the Texas
Equal Access Fund have been received.
She then turned the program
over to second vice president,Lenna Webb,
PROGRAM:
Lenna Webb passed out copies of “Focus on Health Reform.” She then introduced Michael Lee, a
The group adjourned at 12:00 for the catered luncheon in Channing
Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Yvonne Norfleet, Secretary
Women’s Day
Alliance
March 2, 2010
General Meeting
REPORTS OF
BOARD AND COMMITTEES
President Joan Janak
called the meeting to order at 10:35 a.m.
Secretary The minutes of
the February meeting were read and approved.
Treasurer Pamela
Townsend made $3,200 in donations, leaving a cash balance of $1,728.98.
She then asked the members
to give a round of applause to Kathy Calhoun for her excellent work in
organizing the UU SW Women’s Conference held the previous weekend. Mary Overton was acknowledged for her work as
well.
President Joan thanked
all who helped at the UULink Fair.
Nominating
Committee Jeanne Clinchy, speaking for her committee of Susan Grundy and Edna Davis,
announced the following slate of officers to be voted on at the April meeting
and distributed copies:
President Joan
Janak
Vice President (Membership) Jana Blackburn
Second Vice President
(Program) Sarah McGrath
Patty
Jantho
Secretary Yvonne
Norfleet
Treasurer Lenna
Webb
Luncheon Kathy
Calhoun
Service Sara
Miskimins
Social Marge
Nieman (Friendship)
Genie
Fritz (Bridge)
Community Liaison Peggy Cargile
Finance Pamela
Townsend
Publicity Barbara
Powell
Telephone
Nominating Betty
Sanders
Kathy
Warner
Irene
Ellis
First
Vice-President Jana Blackburn introduced the following visitors:
Marilyn Sheffield, Jody
Furnish, Rebecca Wilson and Angie Sifferman.
Patty Jantho introduced her daughter Holly Nichols.
Second
Vice-President Sarah McGrath asked members to check their yearbook for next month’s
program.
Community
Liaison Chair Peggy Cargile told the group that March celebrates Women in History. She also
spoke of Festival in Bloom at the
Dallas Arboretum.
Publicity Chair Barbara Powell
reported that information regarding the March Book Sale had been submitted to
the DU.
Luncheon Chair Kathy Calhoun
complimented the day’s hostesses, Marla Beikman, Alice Johnson and Martha
Durst, for the lovely spring daffodils adorning the luncheon tables. She asked for volunteers to help Jeanne
Clinchy for the April luncheon.
Book
President Joan Janak
then said that she had received thank-you’s from the organizations to whom WDA
donations had been made and that she would place them on the table in the back
for all to see.
PROGRAM:
Joan then introduced member Patty Jantho who is the author of the Readers
Theater Play presented. The title of the
play is We Hold These Truths. Patty wrote a stirring play recounting the
difficulties of women’s obtaining suffrage and exhorted listeners to continue
in the fight for women’s rights.
The group adjourned at 12:00 for the catered luncheon in Channing
Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Yvonne Norfleet, Secretary
Women’s Day
Alliance
February 2,
2010
General Meeting
REPORTS OF
BOARD AND COMMITTEES
President Joan Janak
called the meeting to order at 10:35 a.m.
Secretary Because of the
secretary’s absence at the January meeting and the misplacement of the notes
taken by the substitute, there were no minutes to be read.
Treasurer Pamela
Townsend reported a balance of $4,953.98 after the payment of one donation and
one to the January speaker.
First
Vice-President Jana Blackburn announced that there were no visitors.
Second
Vice-President Sarah McGrath asked members to email her any ideas for programs.
Community
Liaison Chair Peggy Cargile announced a special exhibit at the Nasher Sculpture
Garden. For February’s National Black
History Month the museum at the Old Red Courthouse there is an exhibit Black Dallas 1949 - 1961 and one at the
Lakewood Library. The Women’s Museum is
featuring 25 women artists.
Publicity Chair Barbara Powell
needs information regarding the Book Sale to submit to the DU. Substituting for Kathy Calhoun, she thanked
the hostesses who made decorations from Where
the Wild Things Are: Carolyn
Sanders, Judy Smith and Lenna Webb. She
announced the hostesses for March: Marla
Beikman, Alice Johnson and Martha Durst.
President Joan Janak
then asked the members to look at the information regarding organizations to
which WDA might make donations and to mark their ballots. The board had voted to donate $3,000, with
$1,000 going to each of the top 3 organizations chosen. Last year WDA gave $900 to the church, $300
to North Dallas Shared Ministry, $300 to Family Place, $300 to Girls, Inc., and
$200 to the campaign of Laurel Hallman.
A separate donation of $100 is to be given to Texas Equal Access.
Jeanne Clinchy moved to amend the budget of $600 for donations to allow
$3,000 contributions this year. Alice
Johnson seconded. The motion passed.
On February 14 the church will hold a ULink Fair. WDA needs members to be at a table to hand
out brochures regarding our organization.
The Book Sale is to be March 14, so it is time to get it organized.
Joan announced that the board had decided that the two ministers of the
church should be treated each month to our catered luncheons.
PROGRAM:
Lenna Webb introduced Karen Blessen, a free lance artist, winner of a
Pulitzer Prize and cofounder of Today
Marks the Beginning. Ms. Blessen
displayed the book Peace One Day and
slides of the work with children to further the peace movement.
The group adjourned at 12:00 for the catered luncheon in Channing
Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Yvonne Norfleet, Secretary
Women’s Day
Alliance
December 1,
2009
General Meeting
REPORTS OF
BOARD AND COMMITTEES
President Joan Janak
called the meeting to order at 10:35 a.m.
She called on Edna Davis to report on the condition of Martha Popkess
who was seriously injured in a fall.
Martha is in
Secretary Yvonne Norfleet
read the minutes of the November 3 meeting. The minutes were approved as read.
Treasurer Pamela
Townsend reported a balance of $4,382.48; this balance does not reflect the
proceeds from the Crafty Bake Sale.
First
Vice-President Jana Blackburn introduced one visitor, Alice Link, and announced that WDA
has 62 members to date.
Luncheon Chair Kathy Calhoun
thanked her committee for December and announced the committee for
January. She expressed the importance of
responding to either a phone call or e-mail so that she knows how many tables
will be needed. Those who want to change
from the e-mail list to the phone list need to contact Nelda Davis. Kathy then announced the Southwest UU Women’s
Conference to be held in February in
President Joan Janak
then thanked Genie Fritz for taking over the bridge group after the resignation
of Ann Wilbur.
Service Chair Kathy Warner
thanked all those who contributed to the success of the Crafty Bake Sale. She said checks could be made for
contributions to both Community Partners of Dallas who support the Rainbow Room
and Youth Village Foundation. Those who
brought items for these organizations were to put them on a table in Channing
Hall and Kathy would get them to their locations. She asked for one more volunteer to bake
cookies for the
President Joan Janak
announced proceeds from the Crafty Bake Sale of a little over $1,000. Kathy Calhoun is responsible for a handsome
portion by contributing beautiful knitted scarves.
Edna Davis emphasized how worthwhile the project of taking poinsettias to
shut-ins is and asked for volunteers to go in pairs to deliver them. If enough people were to volunteer, all the
visits could be made in a day.
PROGRAM:
Patty Jantho introduced our own Music director, Donald Krehbiel, with a
glowing list of his accomplishments, including founding the Orpheus Chamber
Singers. Don gave the group insight into
his personal life, how he came to the First Unitarian Church of Dallas, the
status of choirs in the world, and then played excerpts of songs showing a
diverse background of cultures dating back to the 1600’s
The group adjourned at 12:00 for the potluck luncheon in Channing
Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Yvonne Norfleet, Secretary
Women’s Day Alliance
November 3, 2009
General Meeting
REPORTS OF BOARD AND COMMITTEES
President Joan Janak called the meeting to
order at 10:30 a.m.
Secretary Yvonne Norfleet read the minutes of
the September 1 meeting. The minutes were approved as corrected.
Treasurer Pamela Townsend reported 62 paid
members and a balance of $4,443.98.
First Vice-President Jana Blackburn
introduced one visitor.
Service Chair Kathy Warner used props to
introduce the many service projects proposed by her committee who believes that
the WDA should continue doing what it is already doing, such as Jeanne
Clinchy’s work at coordinating meals for ailing members. Projects proposed to be continued are
contributions to Rainbow Room and
Luncheon Chair Kathy Calhoun thanked her committee
for November: Nina Bell, Peggy Cargile
and Sue Moyer, filling in for Sarah McGrath. The December meeting will feature
a pot-luck luncheon.
President Joan Janak called on Genie Fritz who
has received a letter from the Southwest Credit Union (which is a special
credit union for women). The
organization is asking for WDA support.
Joan then reminded members of the
Crafty Bake Sale which will be held the Sunday before Thanksgiving, November
22. She announced that she had placed a
sign-up sheet on each table in Channing Hall.
She then called on Sara Miskimins
who explained a movie outing to be held after
PROGRAM:
Lenna Webb first welcomed Sarah
McGrath who was back after her fall. She
then introduced the speaker Dallas ACLU Board Member, Carol Jablonski, filling
in for Anne Shuttee, who was called out of town on business. The program featured a video presentation in
addition to the talk about the current focus of the ACLU in
The group adjourned at 12:00 for the
catered luncheon in Channing Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Yvonne Norfleet, Secretary