How can the Salem Area Women's Club help your organization? Funding & Manpower Requests Help is on the way! In 2022, the Salem Area Women’s Club gifted: $38,000+ to 40+ worthy cau ses $40,000+ in-kind donations SAWC Donation Request Form 2022.pdf Manpower Request Please email us with your request. Include as many details as possible, including the event's purpose, the date/time of when you need the volunteers, the location, the number of volunteers needed, and contact information. Donation Request Forms To ensure the quickest processing, please complete the form thoroughly and mail them to our PO box along with any other documentation regarding your request. We ask for at least 45 days to process your request. If you have any questions, please get in touch with the treasurer or email us at SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com

Domestic Violence Project The Health & Wellness Committee has identified four families in need at a local Domestic Violence Shelter. Please bring any of these slightly used items to the December meeting if you can donate them. Families in Need Family 1 Maternity shirts Size Small Maternity pants. Size Small, Maternity bra and underwear. Size S. Snow boots. Size 6, Baby clothing, socks, and shoes for a girl. The due date is in December Family 2 Sneakers Size 6 Women’s Clothing Size M Underwear Size Small Bath Towels Hygiene products Family 3 Shoes or winter boots Size 7, Women’s Clothing Size Large Bras Size 36 DDD Hygiene Products Bath Towels Family 4 Women’s blouses or dress/medium Slippers Size 9 Bras Size 34C Underwear Size L Men’s Sweater for tall 12 year old boy, Size M Men’s pants and underwear 30-32 Tablet Men’s sneakers size 9.5

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Welcome Arts & Culture A&C We want to inspire and encourage you to help make the world a more beautiful, thoughtful, and caring place. We actively support sponsorships, scholarships, and performances in the arts from different cultures. We are committed to promoting all forms of art and culture in our local communities. Creative Writing | Dance | Fine Art | Improvisation Music | Photography | Singing | Speech | Theater For any questions or inquiries, please contact Sarah Friend. You can also reach us via email at SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com . Service area includes: Atkinson Hampstead Pelham Salem Windham Supported in the Past* Arts Academy of New Hampshire Field of Dreams Concert Series The Merrimack Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra The Phil Play Among the Stars Theatre Group Windham Actors Guild Windham Musical Arts Association * A donation in the past is not a guarantee of a future donation. Current Projects 2024-2026 Future Events & Projects Coming soon! Completed Projects 2022-2024 Events & Projects: Creative Writing Contest Empower Her Comedy Night Funny Money NH Philharmonic Holiday Pops Photography Contest Ranked, the Musical Staying Alive Concert Staying Alive! Tribute Band Palace Theater Beautiful at the Palace Theater The Flower Hugs Project Titanic Tea '22-24 Archive

2023 Meeting Minutes January 10, 2023 February 7, 2023 March 7, 2023 May 2, 2023 June 6, 2023 September 5, 2023 October 3, 2023 November 7, 2023 December 5, 2023 Minutes of the General Meeting January 10, 2023 CALL TO ORDER : Vice President, Rachel Kingston opened the meeting at 12:00 with 40 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. January birthdays were celebrated. Birthday members present were: Karin Bernard, Carol Demers, Jarlene LeBlanc, Jean Malisos, Susan Mothon, Phyllis Seccareccio, Marilyn Suszek, and Bonnie Wright. COLLECT & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE : Rachel invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Guests: Sara Gieryn guest of Julie Weymouth, Rosanne Silver guest of Susan Mothon, and Sheryl Feinstein and Jeanne Barry attended through discovery from our social media platforms. VICE PRESIDENT : Rachel encouraged the members to sign up for the GFWC Leadership Education and Development (LEADS) Seminar Program. Stipends are given by GFWC-NH and SAWC-NH to help defray costs. Committee Reports: Due to the nature of this meeting, “Spotlight on Civic Engagement,” Committee Reports were not presented by the Corresponding Secretary, Recording Secretary, and Treasurer. Civic Engagement : Deb Slein reported: ~ “Spotlight on Civic Engagement” Four organizations that we support will speak and we will present donations to each, End 68 Hours of Hunger, Brigid’s House of Hope, Homeland Heroes Foundation, and Family Promise. ~Handouts were given highlighting the presenters today and categorizing all the organizations we donate to under the GFWC Civic Engagement & Outreach broad categories. ~ Aware/Prepare handouts were given to all members. Aware/Prepare is a monthly calendar preparedness program the Civic Engagement Committee is launching to educate members on Crime Prevention/Safety/ Disaster Preparedness. Each month a new Preparedness topic will be highlighted in the SAWC newsletter and the website. Environment: Linda Harvey would welcome any members interested in being on her committee. She needs accurate emails from members. Health & Wellness: Linda Molchan spoke of “Way to Glow, “The Community Service Program of GFWCNH Health and Wellness. Activities can be done in groups or on your own. All your activities should be logged by the members and Linda will then report your activity to the State. More information on this new program will be in the February newsletter. Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo circulated at each table and explained the rules and criteria for the Creative Writing Contest. The contest is open to all members and prizes will be awarded. All entries should be submitted by February 15, 2023. She also had a handout of the upcoming play Funny Money performed by the Windham Actors Guild at the Windham High School on February 17th @ 7:00 p.m. New Business: Rachel introduced GFWC-NH President, Beth Roth. Beth spoke of the GFWC-NH Mid-Winter Meeting to be held on January 28, 2023, at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord, NH. She also informed the members that the Photography Contest submission deadline is January 25th. Winners will be announced at this MidWinter meeting. Upcoming Events: The Town of Salem is offering Salem residents 5 evening workshops. “The Local Government Academy.” Workshops are geared to promote civic participation and help residents understand how the town of Salem works. Workshop sessions are Thursdays: 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 3/2, and 3/9. If interested please register at https://www.townofsalemnh.org . All upcoming events were listed in the January General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Vice President, Rachel Kingston adjourned the meeting at 12:56 p.m Minutes of the General Meeting February 7, 2023 CALL TO ORDER: President, Patti Drelick opened the meeting at 11:45 at the Colosseum Restaurant with 53 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. February birthdays were celebrated. Birthday members present were: Maria Baribeau, Kelly Moss, Katie Monteiro, Sue Phillips, and Nancy Woodward. COLLECT & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE : Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Guests: Charlotte Johnson & Roseanne Silver guests of Susan Mothon, Grace Frittitta and Karen McKallagat guests of Joanne Cuomo, Linda Simmons guest of Patti Drelick, Debbie Baghdady guest of Sheryl Feinstein, and Sue Buonanno guest of Stephanie Stone. New Members: Four new members were initiated by President Patti Drelick and Vice President Rachel Kingston. The new members are Susan Covey, Sheryl Feinstein, Grace Frittitta, and Karen McKallagat. President: Patti reported that the yearbooks are not ready yet, but will be completed soon. She was pleased to inform members that for the 2022 GFWC year, 91 project reports were completed and reported to GFWC-NH. Congratulations were extended to all members that participated in project report submissions. Vice President: Rachel gave an update on the LEADS program, stating that New Hampshire has 2 candidates, but would love to have more candidates come forward. Corresponding Secretary: Sandy Carlson reported that thank you cards were received from UpReach Therapeutic Equestrian Center, Family Promise, Homeland Heroes, and Survivors of Domestic Violence. Recording Secretary: Norma Lapointe prepared the Minutes of December 6, 2022, and January 10, 2023 meetings and stated they were emailed to all members. Tanya Donnelly made a motion to accept the minutes of the December 6th meeting. The motion was seconded by Joanne Cuomo. Vote Passed Tanya Donnelly also motioned to accept the minutes of the January 10th meeting. The motion was seconded by Marilyn Suszek. Vote Passed. Committee Reports: Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo inquired if anyone has submissions for the Creative Writing Contest to please turn them in to her today. The deadline for the contest is February 15, 2023. There’s a sign-up sheet for Windham High School’s play “Funny Money” if any member is interested. Civic Engagement: Deb Slein reported the following: Salem Police Department’s new comfort dog “Rhea”, received a new crash crate donation from SAWC and 2 additional dog crates from member Jaimie Baker. Civic Engagement members present for the donation at the Salem Police Department were Norma Lapointe, Susan Raymond, and Jaimie Baker. Photos were taken and circulated at this meeting and were sent to news agencies for publication in local newspapers. Family Promise Community Room has been receiving a cleaning and facelift with the purchase of new chairs, bookcases, wall art, rugs, children’s mats, and children’s table and chairs. Efforts on this project were coordinated by Sheila Casey. Photos of members cleaning toys and arranging furniture were taken and circulated at this meeting. Homeland Heroes annual gala will be held March 25, 2023, at Castleton in Windham NH. There is a sign-up sheet for this event if any members are interested. If you have any questions, please see Norma Lapointe. Education & Libraries: The reading program at the Haigh School is continuing on Wednesdays from 12:00-12:30, if you are able to read at that time openings are still available. A wish list has been given to the club for educational toys, puzzles, and books to be donated to the school. If you have any items to donate, please contact Lori or Kelley. Health & Wellness: Connie O’Connell reported that she and Linda will be delivering the comfort bags to Parkland Hospital, Derry, NH on February 15th. Also, the committee will be initiating a Walking Club that coincides with “Way to Glow, “The Community Service Program of GFWC-NH Health and Wellness. Members will meet each Wednesday beginning February 15, 2023, @ 9:00 a.m. at the Tuscan Kitchen entry of the rail trail and walk for 30 minutes. Members can also keep track of their own personal walking time even if it is not with the Walking Club. Communications & PR: Maria reported that more events and club donations will be submitted to local newspapers for publication. She also researched Epsilon Sigma Omicron (GFWC-ESO), the GFWC book club, and highlighted the group’s mission and goals. The research efforts were done to see if any members had an interest in joining ESO. New Business: Patti introduced GFWC-NH President, Beth Roth. Regarding ESO, Beth informed the club that SAWC member Lexie Kearley is the State ESO co-chair and can give the club any additional information on joining ESO. Beth announced the Annual GFWC-NH Meeting will occur on April 28th and 29th, 2023. Awards on the club reports submitted in January will be given out at the Annual Meeting. Sheila Casey presented a “Book of Hugs” to the SAWC President on behalf of all the SAWC members. Member Activity: Blank cards were given to members to “Send a letter to an Elder Day.” Cards will be collected and distributed to residents at Salem Haven and Silverthorne. Stamped envelopes & cards were given to members to “Send a Card to a Friend Day.” Raffle tickets were given out at check-in and 10 different raffles were given out to members! Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the February General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Connie O’Connell made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 12:43 p.m., seconded by Kathy Moreschi. All in favor. Submitted by Norma Lapointe Recording Secretary Minutes of the General Meeting March 7, 2023 CALL TO ORDER: President, Patti Drelick opened the meeting with 44 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. March birthdays were celebrated. Birthday members present were: Cathy DiParolisa, Audrey Mosher, Connie O’Connell, Ann O’Sullivan, Karen Roulston, and Deb Slein. COLLECT & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Guests: Bobbie Coffey guest of Sheila Casey, Charlotte Johnson & Linda Simmons guests of Susan Mothon, and Diane Campbell Payne guest of Jaimie Baker. New Members: Two new members were initiated by President Patti Drelick and Vice President Rachel Kingston. Charlotte Johnson and Linda Simmons. New member Roseanne Silver was absent for the initiation. President: Patti announced that the SAWC was recently 97 years old as of February 22, 1926, and also pointed out it is Women’s History Month. In honor of this event, member Susan Mothon, performed a narration on the life of Bessie (Ross) (Morrison) Webster, a past President (1962-1963) of the SAWC and Treasurer of the Salem Historical Society. Vice President: Rachel reported that we are now 95 members strong! The LEADS candidate chosen for 2023 was Mary Ryan from the Exeter Area GFWC. Corresponding Secretary: Sandy Carlson reported that thank you cards were received from the Community Outreach of St. Anne’s Parish Food Pantry, End 68 Hours of Hunger, Food for the Hungry at the United Methodist Church, and India Williams granddaughter of Marilyn Suszek. Cards were sent to Doreen Koor, Dolly Falco, Annibale Todesco of the Colosseum Restaurant, and Maria Moscone. Recording Secretary : Norma Lapointe prepared the Minutes of the February 7, 2023 meeting and stated they were emailed to all members. Sheila Casey made a motion to accept the minutes of the February 7th meeting. The motion was seconded by Deb Slein. Vote Passed Committee Reports: Due to the nature of this meeting, “Spotlight on Education & Libraries” the committee will highlight their contributions for the year and spotlight guest speakers Heather & Piper Dezan of Salem High School’s FIRST Robotics Team 6324. Education & Libraries: Kelly Moss reported: ~ FIRST Robotics Team 6324 will receive a contribution of $1000 towards their program. ~Salem Family Resources program Success by Six has received a $500 contribution and SAWC members have been volunteering and reading to the children on Wednesdays. Educational toys have also been donated by the SAWC members. ~Salem Public Library has received a $1000 donation towards the purchase of children’s Wonder Books and a rolling book cart for $500. ~In Memoriam Books are being donated to the Salem Library in memory of member Ginny Lord. ~ Dollars for Scholars donation of $250 was made in memory of 3rd-grade student John Conway. ~SAWC $500 Scholarship is currently available to any SAWC-GFWC NH member, their child, or grandchild. All criteria and the application process are stated in the April newsletter. ~Lilac Tea Signature Event will be held May 21, 2023. A local author, Marty Kelley will be reading and signing books for purchase at this event. More details to follow. Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo reported there are sign-up sheets for 2 events today. A “Titanic Tea”, at the Silver Fountain Tea Parlor in Dover on April 17th and “Staying Alive” at the Palace Theatre on May 20th. Sandy Demers & Beverly Johnson announced the winners of the Creative Writing Contest. Winners are: 1st Place- Nancy Woodward – “The Life of Gizmo 2nd Place- Sandy Carlson – “Treasure our Lands” 3rd Place- Joanne Cuomo – “A Life’s Changing Journey” Civic Engagement : Deb Slein reported the following: Donations of $250 were given to the Bread of Life Food Pantry and HOPE Center Food Pantry. The CE 2022/23 budget includes a donation toward the renovation of the Historic Salem Town Hall so we’ve arranged to have our next Board Meeting there. The CE Committee is considering organizing a tour for our club members in May. Kelly Moss & Bonnie Wright enlightened members on the need for a Salem Charter Commission and encouraged members to get out and vote on March 14, 2023 for this very important ballot item. Health & Wellness : Linda Molchan reported that the Comfort Bags were delivered to Parkland Medical Center and a 2nd set will be delivered to Holy Family Hospital. Members will be volunteering at Silverthorne all are welcome to join for a St. Patrick’s Day activity. If anyone has ideas for an Easter activity, please contact Linda. New Business: a. GFWC-NH President Beth Roth gave a brief talk on the GFWC sisterhood and the upcoming GFWC-NH Annual Dinner and Conference on April 28-29, 2023 at The Grappone Center in Concord, NH The Yearbook Binders were given out to the members and Patti gave a brief description of the contents and ongoing updating of the binders. April 4, 2023, the SAWC GFWC-NH membership business meeting will be from 11:45-12:30 social optional catered lunch for $20, and bingo to follow. Sheila Casey May 15th bus trip to Amish Country, Gettysburg, and Hershey Park is being organized. Please contact Sheila for details if you are interested. Survey: A Credit Card Survey was passed out at this meeting to determine if the members wish to implement paying dues and social activities by credit card. Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the March General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Patti adjourned the meeting at 1:45 p.m. Submitted by Norma Lapointe Recording Secretary Minutes of the General Meeting May 2, 2023 CALL TO ORDER: President, Patti Drelick called the meeting to order at 11:45 with 45 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. May birthdays were celebrated. The birthday members present were: Marilyn Hamel. Today’s meeting’s theme” Spotlight on Arts & Culture” focused on our Arts & Culture Committee. COLLECT & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Guests: Sandy Soler guest of Susan Mothon, Nancy Roy & Marcia Cody guests of Joanne Cuomo, Dottie Crisa guest of Carol Demers, and Melody Pelletier guest of Bev Johnson. Guest Speakers attending the “Spotlight on Arts & Culture” were: Sarah Brown, Charlene Westerdale, Christine Caron, Molly Derrig, Bonnie Glazier, and Pat Good. Member Activity: Members assembled a ‘Memorial Day Pin Project’ during the social segment of the meeting. Over 700 US flag pins were attached to preprinted cards for the members to distribute to the community in honor of Memorial Day. President: Patti announced that the SAWC received 7 awards at the GFWC- NH Annual Meeting along with Sandy Carlson and Linda Molchan being awarded this year’s SAWC Honor Roll Honorees. Glynn of the Salem Historic Commission received the 2023 GFWC-NH UNITY award! Congratulations were extended to all the members for their hard work in achieving all the awards. Vice President: Rachel reported that the Club is at 100 members. Treasurer: Patti reported in Lories’ absence that the Club received its portion of the charitable gaming monies from GFWC-NH in the amount of $16,721.04. Corresponding Secretary: Sandy Carlson reported thank-you cards were received from the Town of Hampstead, Bridging the Horizon, Homeland Heroes, FIRST Robotics Team 6324, American Legion Auxiliary Post 63, Salem Fire Department, and New Hampshire Children’s Trust. Thinking of you cards were sent to Lorraine Amirault and Ann Reardon. Recording Secretary: A correction was noted and the April 4, 2023 minutes were approved. Committee Reports: Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo & Shamim Calcuttawalla presented “Spotlight on Arts & Culture.” Seven organizations that the SAWC supported during the year were invited to give a brief talk on their organization and all were presented with monetary donations. ~Arts Academy of NH $250, ~Field of Dreams Concert Series $1,000, Merrimack Valley Philharmonic $500, NH Philharmonic $500, Play Among the Stars $500, Salem Performing Arts $250, and Windham Musical Arts $250. Education & Libraries: Kelly reported the Lilac Tea will be held on May 21, 2023, 4-5 p.m. at Centerpoint Church. Tickets are $30 for parents and children. Civic Engagement: Deb Slein reported the following: ~The CE committee delivered a car seat, baby stroller, and high chair to the Manchester VA Hospital Women’s Program for their upcoming annual baby shower to be held on May 21, 2023. ~ The SAWC will be hosting a tour of the Salem Historical Museum’s 4 buildings on May 17, 2023, from 10:00-12:00. ~Thank You for the snack donations you brought in today for the Poll Workers appreciation baskets. The donations will be distributed to the 5 polling locations on the May 9, 2023 Special Election. ~Thank you for participating in assembling the SAWC Memorial Day Pin project today. Please distribute the pins to the community during the month of May. Health & Wellness: Linda Molchan reported that the SAWC will be a sponsor for Center for Life Management’s ‘Evening of Inspiration ‘featuring ABC’s Head Meteorologist and author Ginger Zee. There is a sign-up sheet at this meeting for members interested in attending. Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the May General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Patti adjourned the meeting at 1:46 p.m. Submitted by Norma Lapointe Recording Secretary Minutes of the General Meeting May 2, 2023 Minutes of the Annual Meeting June 6, 2023 Annual Meeting: The Annual Meeting was held at Searles Chapel, 3 Chapel Lane, Windham, NH at 11:30 with 54 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. A musical performance, Harmony, by the Arts Academy of NH, led by Rebecca Carle, Music Instructor entertained the members. At the conclusion of their performance, a $250 donation was presented to the Arts Academy of NH. At 12:15 Lunch was provided by the Residence at Salem Woods culinary staff. In appreciation of the Residence at Salem Woods, a donation was presented to the Alzheimer’s Association in the amount of $1000.00. Call to Order: Patti called the meeting to order at 12:45. Thanks were given to members for donating jars and to Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home for donating flowers to the Flower Hug Project. To date, flower arrangements have been donated to Salem Haven, Rockingham Nutrition Meals on Wheels, Silverthorne Adult Daycare, Warde Center, Family Promise residents, and at today’s meeting. Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Celebrating June Birthdays: Lorraine Amirault, Laura Andolino, Maureen DiPalma, Tanya Donnelly, Sheryl Feinstein, Maureen Hanlon, Donna Murphy, Susan Raymond, Sandra Soler, and Stephanie Stone. New Member Initiation: Four new members were initiated at the meeting by President Patti Drelick and Vice President Rachel Kingston. The new members are Carolyn Bullen sponsored by Ann Mahn, Bobbie Coffey sponsored by Sheila Casey, Maureen Hanlon sponsored by Patti Drelick, and Sandra Soler sponsored by Susan Mothon. Guests: Sara Gieryn guest of Julie Weymouth. 2022-2023 Survey : A year-end survey was distributed to the members to determine what aspects of the club’s activities and programs the members enjoyed or needed improvement. President: Patti announced the 2023-2024 theme of Hugs & Harmony for the upcoming year. A handout was given on the 2022-2023 membership percentages of growth, age distribution, and membership location. The following membership details were also noted: 1.) 104 Members to date, (2.) 39 new members since 6/1/22, (3.) Barbara Elliot longest member of SAWC, (4.) Moment of Silence for our deceased members. Patti reviewed the 7 awards the SAWC received at the GFWC- NH Annual Meeting along with Sandy Carlson and Linda Molchan being awarded this year’s SAWC Honor Roll Honorees. Both Sandy Carlson & Linda Molchan were presented with floral bouquets. Floral Bouquets were presented from the 2022-2023 Board to President, Patti Drelick, outgoing co-chair of Civic Engagement, Norma Lapointe and outgoing co-chair of Education & Libraries, and Lorie Ball (absent). Civic Engagement Donation Patti announced a $5,000 donation will be given to the Salem Historical Society at their June 13th meeting for the Capital Campaign Renovation of the Olde Town Hall. Our donation allows for SAWC to be a sponsor of one of the new windows with our Club name placed on a plaque to be permanently displayed at this historic landmark. Meeting Adjourned at 1:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary “Welcome Back Party” General Meeting Minutes September 5, 2023 Welcome Back Party: The meeting was held at the Derry-Salem Elks, 39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem, NH at 11:30 a.m. with 52 members and 12 guests in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. Special guest visitors were Officer Brian Lawrence of the Salem PD, and Comfort Dog Rhea. Members were treated to brownie ice cream sundaes and were given the opportunity to join various SAWC Committees. Call to Order: President, Patti Drelick, called the meeting to order at 12:35. Thanks were given to members for donating food items which will be distributed to local food pantries for the GFWC National Day Service to take place on September 30, 2023. The following Guests & New Members were introduced to the membership. Nancy D’Agostino, Patricia Allen, Peggy Breault, Claire Brugnani, Mary Daniell, Linda Early, Saphya Lotery, Karen Lowe, Donna Mason, Peg Parrott, Ramona Pippin, and Kathie Redmond. Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. August & September Birthdays: Carolyn Bullen, Susan Covey, Suzanne Lebrecque, Nelli Poeltl, Ariel Vaillancourt, and birthday members present were: Shamim Calcuttawala, Pam Hansen, Karen Hill, Rachel Kingston, Doreen Koor, Anne Reynolds, and new member Mary Daniell. New Member Initiation: Two new members were present and initiated at the meeting by President, Patti Drelick and Vice President, Rachel Kingston. The new members are Susan Woodman and Saphya Lotery. Vice President/Membership: Rachel Kingston reported that at the beginning today’s meeting there were 105 members with 5 new members signing up today bringing the total membership at 110! The new membership dues fee will be $30 for any member joining after today’s meeting. Recording Secretary: Norma Lapointe stated that the June 6th Minutes were emailed to all members prior to the meeting. Marilyn Suszek made a motion to approve the minutes. Motion was seconded. Vote passed. Corresponding Secretary: Sandy Carlson reported that Thank You cards were received from the following for our donations received. Lauren Strob & Amanda Ricardi, Girl Scout Troop Leaders and Renee McGuire, Haverhill YWCA, Director. Thinking of You cards were sent to Lorraine Amirault, Beverly Johnson and Dottie Randall. Get Well wishes were sent to Karen Hill and Suzanne Labreque. Treasurer: Patti announced the Board of Directors approved the appointment of Cindy Hunzelman as the new Treasurer of the Club. Cindy discussed her background experience and reported the Treasurers Report for the period ending August 31, 2023. The checking balance is $72, 532.26 and total of CD’s and checking balances are $124,189.47 2023-2024 SAWC-GFWC Budget: Patti went through the objectives of the budget and explained how the Board arrived at the estimated Budget income of $79,145 and estimated expenses and donations of $76,673. Deb Slein made a motion to accept the budget at presented. Motion was seconded. Sheila Casey had various budget questions that were answered by Patti and Cindy. Audrey Mosher had specific questions related to the SAWC Scholarship and those questions were answered by Patti. Marilyn Hamel had a question regarding why a specific food pantry was not listed on the budget. Deb Slein will look into that specific food pantry. Betty Gay had a question on amending a budget line item. Patti explained the procedure on how to amend a line item. Vote Passed by Majority, with 4 members abstaining. Arts & Culture : Joanne Cuomo stated that the Committee meeting has not been established yet. She thanked member Susan Hopkins for her Flower Hugs donations. She also thanked member Susan Woodman for reaching out to Mann Orchards Riverside for their donation of flowers. Patti encouraged members to take Flower Hugs from the tables to spread cheer through the community. Civic Engagement & Outreach: Deb Slein reported that volunteers are needed for the Salem Scramble to be held September 30, 2023. Volunteers are needed 1st Wednesday of every month for the preparation of meals at Family Promise. Environment: Linda Simmons reported that the Committee met once during the summer and the first project that will be underway is the Town Forest Clean-up on October 21, 2023. SAWC has received a designated section of the Salem Rail Trail to beautify. Planting of this section near the Methuen/Salem line will be held September 26, 2023. Health & Wellness : Connie O’Connell reported that the Committee met 3 times during the Summer. The upcoming projects for the 2023-2024 year will include the continuation of the Comfort Bags, monthly volunteering at Silverthorne Adult Day Care with a Craft activity, and continuing to support The Upper Room and the Greater Salem Caregivers. It was noted that Cross Country Mortgage will be donating cloth string bags for the Comfort Bag project. New Business Supplemental page of the yearbook is available to all members at this meeting. Log all your hours on the website and if assistance is needed, please contact Jaimie. State GFWC President, Beth Roth spoke of the GFWC-NH Fall Field Meeting to be held at Searles Chapel, Windham on October 14, 2023 and invited all members to attend. Member Activity Raffle ticket winners were drawn, and following were winners: Karen Hill- Joe Dial Book Roseann Silver – Soleil Hair Products Sheila Casey- Cheese Board Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the September General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:43pm Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary General Meeting Minutes October 3, 2023 Member Community Service Project: Members donated Christmas Cards and then wrote messages and addressed them to deployed servicemen. Call to Order : President, Patti Drelick, called the meeting to order at 12:25 with 55 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. October birthdays were celebrated for Claire Brugnani, Sandy Carlson, Ruth Gallo, Linda Harvey, Charlotte Johnson, Lexie Kearley, Linda Molchan, Janet MacMillan, Ann Mahn, Ramona Pippin, Dorothy Randall, Lyn Schwager, and Ann Marie Taylor. Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Guests: Lori Perry, Barbara Lightbody, and Olivia Smith. Member Activity: Members addressed Christmas cards for deployed servicemen. The microphone was passed around the room for everyone to introduce themselves and speak of their interests and backgrounds. New Member Initiation: Ten new members were present and initiated at the meeting by President, Patti Drelick and Vice President, Rachel Kingston. The new members are Patricia Allen, Claire Brugnani, Dottie Crisa, Sarah Friend, Ruth Gallo, Linda Jennings, Donna Mason, Melody Pelletier, Ramona Pippin, and Kathie Redmond. President: Patti spoke of the upcoming Fall Field Meeting on October 14, 2023, at Searles Chapel, Windham. She encouraged all to attend this fun and informative statewide GFWC event to meet other club members and learn more about what GFWC is all about. Registration can be done at this meeting. Accolades were given to all those involved with the Flower Hugs Project. It was noted that over 100 Hugs were delivered by Rockingham Nutrition on our behalf. Since those deliveries were made, Patti has received several cards and voicemails of thanks for our Flower Hug donations. Vice President/Membership: Rachel Kingston reported the Club surpassed its goal of 100 members and we are now at 112 members! Recording Secretary: Norma Lapointe stated that the September 5, 2023 minutes were emailed to all members prior to the meeting. Marilyn Hamel made a motion to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded. The minutes were approved. Corresponding Secretary : Sandy Carlson reported that the following cards were sent and received: Thinking of You to Dot Scott. Get Well to Paula Senia and Linda Molchan. Thank you to Hannaford’s, Mann Orchards Riverside, and Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home for flower donations. Thank you cards were received from the Birches Academy of Academics & Art and NH Philharmonic, for our monetary donations. Thank you received from Lois Mireles, Brenda Teague, and Joe & Gail Delahunty for Flower Hugs. Treasurer: Cindy Hunzelman reported the following balances as of September 30, 2023. The checking account balance is $59,151.18. A new CD was purchased with the excess cash balance from last year of $12,891.76. The total of all CDs, petty cash, and checking balances is $125,435.79. Arts & Culture: Patti reported in the A&C Chairmen’s absence that there are 2 upcoming events that the SAWC supports. The NH Philharmonic concert on October 14, 2023, and The Merrimack Valley Philharmonic on October 29, 2023. Both concerts are listed in the Agenda under Upcoming Events. Civic Engagement & Outreach: Deb Slein reported that the Salem Scramble, held on September 30, 2023, was very successful, there were plenty of volunteers at the SAWC Booth and lots of community interest at the booth. Volunteers are needed at the SAWC-sponsored refreshment table at the Historical Society’s Salem Soul-Stroll on October 22, 2023. Members were also asked to volunteer as ghosts in the graveyard for the event. Sheila Casey reported that 12 Christmas Stockings will be sent to deployed troops for “Operation Care for Troops.” Christmas cards that were addressed at this meeting will accompany the Christmas Stockings. Education & Libraries: Darlene Daniele reported that the reading program at the Haigh School will resume soon. The committee will be looking into placing children’s books at Convenient MD and the Salem Rail Trail. Environment: Anne Reynolds reported that all the plantings have been completed at the SAWC garden on the Salem Rail Trail. The ribbon cutting will take place on October 18, 2023. Members are invited to attend. The committee is also looking for volunteers for the Town Forest Clean Up Day, on October 21, 2023. Health & Wellness: Linda Molchan reported that the GLOW walking is ongoing. Please log your hours! Silverthorne is looking for volunteers in pairs rather than all members on the same day. A sign-up sheet is at this meeting if you would like to volunteer. Comfort Care bags are ongoing and sewers are needed again to sew new bags. Brittany Talbot is organizing a Zoom meeting on November 13, 2023 for Communicating with Alzheimer’s. More details to follow on this topic. Communications: Jaimie Baker is availing herself for all members needing help in navigating the website on reporting hours. She is available before and after meetings for any questions. Member Activity: Member Introductions: The microphone was passed around the room for everyone to introduce themselves and speak of their interests and backgrounds. Raffle ticket winners were drawn, and the following were winners: Karen Hill- Mum Plant Anne Reyolds- Mum Plant Sheila Casey- Chocolates Stephanie Stone- Book Olivia Smith- 2 NH Philharmonic Tickets Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the October General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:33 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary General Meeting Minutes November 7, 2023 Call to Order: President, Patti Drelick, called the meeting to order at 12:32 with 49 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. Thanks were given to members for donating socks and mittens for the homeless and art supplies for Birches Academy. Special recognition to State GFWC President, Beth Roth for her attendance. Thank you also given to all members who baked and brought goodies for today’s meeting. Today’s meeting’s theme “Spotlight on Health & Wellness” focused on our Health & Wellness Committee. Guests: Kathy Binda, Karyn Emerson, and MaryJo Lambert guests of Marilyn Suszek, Elaine Sincavage guest of Beth Roth, and Margaret Moon-Hames guest of Grace Frittata. Guest Speaker Mary McGahan, GFWC-NH Epsilon Sigma Omicron Co-Chair. Guest speakers attending the “Spotlight on Health & Wellness” were Kerri Ali and Melissa Sullivan. Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. November Birthdays: Birthdays were celebrated for Linda Jennings, Linds Simmons, Dolores VanBlarcom and Members present were: Sheila Casey, Joanne Cuomo, and Cindy Hunzelman New Member Initiation: Four new members were initiated at the meeting by President, Patti Drelick and Vice President, Rachel Kingston. The new members are Peg Pearse-Parrott, sponsored by Laura Andolino, Lori Perry sponsored by Kathy Scalia, Christina Baroni sponsored by Joanne Cuomo and Marian Vollmer sponsored by Patti Drelick. Vice President/Membership: Rachel Kingston spoke of the LEADS program that will take place at the National GFWC Convention in Chicago Illinois in June. She will be conducting a ZOOM meeting at the end of the month to give an overview of what you can expect at the LEADS and how to apply to become a candidate. Details on this ZOOM meeting will be forthcoming Recording Secretary: Norma Lapointe stated that the October 3, 2023 Minutes were emailed to all members prior to the meeting. Maria Baribeau made a motion to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded. Vote passed. Corresponding Secretary: Sandy Carlson reported that Thank You cards were received from the following organizations for our donations. Center for Life Management, The Upper Room, and Bread of Life Food Pantry. Thinking of You card was sent to Kelly Moss, and a get-well card was sent to Beverly Johnson. Treasurer: Cindy Hunzelman reported that the balance in the checking account at 10/31/23 is $56,839.30 and the total of all CDs and checking is $123,485.45 Committee Reports: Health & Wellness: Linda Molchan & Connie O’Connell presented “Spotlight on Health & Wellness” with a guest speaker from the Center for Life Management. They also spoke of the ongoing projects in their committee. a. 20 Comfort Bags to be delivered in February 2024 b. Virtual Dementia presentation 11/13/23 2:00 – 3:30 c. SAWC members Care Givers Survey d. Silverthorne Volunteers are needed please call Maria at Silverthorne at 603-893-4799 e. Glow Program is still ongoing please log your walking hours Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo stated that there is a sign-up sheet at this meeting for the Holiday Pops performance of 12/17/23 at 2:00 at the Seifert Performing Arts Center. There is also a sign-up sheet for the Creative Writing Contest. Member, Susan Mothon, will be providing a workshop for anyone interested. Civic Engagement & Outreach : Deb Slein reported the following updates for projects of the Committee. a. Caregiver Holiday Treat Hugs information sheet available at this meeting. b. SAWC will have a booth at the Salem Holiday Parade on 11/26/23 and will provide food and drinks to the participants of the parade. c. Wreaths Across America- 10 wreaths donated and 5 more from the Organization for the upcoming wreath laying on 12/16/23 at 12:00 p.m. at the Gibson Cemetery in Pelham. d. Donations will be given to 2 Food Pantries. CenterPoint Food for Thought will receive gift cards with our name for food baskets and St. Joseph’s Food Pantry will receive tote bags with our logo on them for their food donations. Education & Libraries: Darlene Daniele reported that the Storybook Hugs Project will be resuming at the Haigh School on Thursdays from 2:30-3:30. A 1-hour training session is available if desired. Environment: Anne Reynolds reported that the final clean-up for the SAWC garden at the Salem Rail Trail will be on 11/15/2023 at 12:00 p.m. Please sign up to volunteer. Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the November General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:38 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary Minutes of the General Meeting December 5, 2023 Call to Order : President, Patti Drelick, called the meeting to order at 12:15 with 56 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. The meeting was celebrated as a Holiday Party. Thanks were given to all members who baked cookies for both today’s meeting and Caregiver Treat Bags. Thanks were given to all members who signed cards for the Women’s Shoebox Project and last month’s sock and mitten donations. Guests: Kathy Binda and Karyn Emerson guests of Marilyn Suszek, Sue Davis guest of Darlene Daniele, and Paula Cormier guest of Lorraine Amirault. Special Guests: Santa & Mrs. Claus (Dave & Ann Marie Taylor) and Buddy the Elf, (Nick Distelbrink) Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. December Birthdays: Birthdays were celebrated for Patricia Allen, Jaimie Baker, Maria Doyle, Dolly Falco, Sara Friend, Patricia Marshall, Ann Reardon, and Julie Weymouth. Honorary Member Induction: Seven members were inducted as Honorary Members at the meeting by President, Patti Drelick. The new honorary members are Lorraine Amirault, Sandy Demers, Dolly Falco, Beverly Johnson, Jean Malisos, Audrey Mosher, and Dot Randall. Recording Secretary : Norma Lapointe stated that the November 7, 2023 Minutes were emailed to all members before the meeting. Linda Molchan made a motion to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded. The minutes were approved. Holiday Party: A hot buffet lunch catered by Gourmet Bites was followed by a festive holiday raffle with Buddy the Elf distributing the items. Members were able to partake in photos with Mr. & Mrs. Claus and everyone enjoyed the narration of the 12 Days of Christmas by Mr. & Mrs. Claus and their 12 helpers! Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the December General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:38 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary

Calendar SAWC's calendar always evolves as we reach out to help our communities. Be sure to read our monthly newsletter and check out our Facebook page for more information! Upcoming Events October 2026 Today Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 9:00 AM Salem Animal Rescue League (SARL) "Howl'ween 5K run or walk 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

New Members Welcome to the Salem Area Women's Club GFWC We are thrilled to have you join us. Your unique perspectives and talents are a valuable addition to our club, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact you'll make. Prepare to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Explore our local non-profit organizations, impact our communities meaningfully, and form lasting friendships along the way! Whether you find fulfillment in assisting at a food pantry, organizing events, or developing your leadership skills, we will connect you with fellow club members who share your passions. What’s Next? You're invited to participate in these activities for new members. There is no specific order; jump in when you are ready! Initiation: Your membership officially begins upon receipt of your application and dues. We warmly invite you to our initiation ceremony, but participation is not required. Friday Coffee for New Members: We will also hold a friendly coffee gathering on the Friday following our Tuesday membership meeting for our new members. New Member Orientation: Our comprehensive orientation is held throughout the year. This is a valuable opportunity to learn more about SAWC GFWC, feel fully supported, and be well-informed about our club. Orientation Binder Pages Overview Quick Information Mailing Address P.O. Box 1015, Salem, NH 03079 Meeting Address Derry-Salem Elks Lodge 39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem, NH 03079 SAWC GFWC Email SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com Facebook SalemAreaWomensClubNH Website www.SalemAreaWomensClub.org Who’s Who? Mary Finocchario President maryfin@comcast.net 508-641-0489 Danielle Risch Recording Secretary reddogyoga72@gmail.com 978-604-1843 Susan Mothon Civic Engagement & Outreach Chair spietrantoni@yahoo.com 978-725-8515 Donna McDowell Health & Wellness Chair mcdo6531@gmail.com 703-283-4693 Loren Faber V.P./Membership Development fabersl@comcast.net 603-401-4329 Shamim Calcuttawala Corresponding Secretary shamimcalc@outlook.com 603-401-4075 Darlene Daniele Education & Libraries Chair darlene@sawc@gmail.com 603-818-9327 Ronnie Shelley Communications & Public Relations Chair vershelley@gmail.com 603-489-2135 Levonia Salinas Treasurer magnoliablum@gmail.com 225-316-8481 Sarah Friend Arts & Culture Chair sfriend220@comcast.net 617-416-5291 Dee Stiikeman Environment Chair deestikeman@gmail.com 603-490-5313 Patti Drelick Immediate Past President pattidrelick@comcast.net 603-818-9172 General Membership Meetings General Membership meetings are usually the first Tuesday of each month (Sept-June) from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Derry-Salem Elks Lodge (39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem.) Handicapped parking is available at the top of the driveway. Please enter through the ramp-accessible side door. We ask members to RSVP for meetings, which helps us plan them. In addition, we offer lunch at some meetings, which need to be prepaid for. Visit our Events Page to RSVP for meetings and other events. 2024 Dates: September 9** October 1 November 5 December 3 2025 Dates: January 7 February 4 March 4 April 1 May 6 June 3 Learn to Speak SAWC GFWC Every organization has its own language, which consists of abbreviations and terms. Below is a list of ours! Please inform us if we missed any. Board/BOD: The Board of Directors includes all the officers, major committee chairs, and any other committee the President wishes to add. CSP: 5 Community Service Programs, defined by the General Federation Women’s Club. A&C: Arts & Culture Committee | CE&O: Civic Engagement & Outreach Committee Env: Environment Committee | E&L: Education & Libraries Committee | H&W: Health & Wellness Committee GFWC: General Federation of Women’s Club (International Organization). The overall governing body is in Washington, DC. GFWC-NH: General Federation of Women’s Club New Hampshire (State level org.) GMM: General Membership Meeting Log: Recording your volunteer hours online for State and National Reporting. News Briefs : Emails sent by the President that contain club information, information from other organizations, dates, and invitations. They are a great source of information! Officers: The elected officers are the President, Vice President & Membership Chair, Treasurer, Recording Secretary, and Corresponding Secretary. SAWC GFWC or SAWC: Salem Area Women's Club GFWC. Our club’s name Service Area : We serve Salem, Pelham, Windham, Hampstead, Derry, and Atkinson Sister: A term to fondly refer to fellow members SP : Service Project. A service project is usually completed at each membership meeting. Spotlight: Each committee is given time during the membership meeting to discuss their accomplishments, invite a guest speaker, hand out donations, etc. Standing Committee: Created by the President for a specific task, project, or event, i.e. Hospitality, Communication and Public Relations, Christmas Cookie Hugs State: When someone refers to The State, they usually mean our state-level organization (GFWC-NH), not the State of New Hampshire. VAL: Volunteer Activity Log. A place on the website to record your volunteer hours Volunteer Hours: Time members worked on club-approved programs and projects. This includes hours spent in committee meetings, tasks from the meeting, and volunteer work tied directly back to SAWC GFWC. Website Website Directory The following information is available on the website from the menu bar. The “Sisters Only” Section is secure and only available to members once they set up their password. Our website is constantly changing and growing. If you cannot find something, use the search bar at the top of each page. If you need help with the website, find an error, or need something updated, complete the footer at the bottom of each page or contact the Web Administrator, Jaimie Baker, at 551-427-4697 or Jaimie.Baker@outlook.com . About •Website Help •Set/Reset Password •Board of Directors •History•Meeting Location •Notable Members •GFWC History •GFWC Structure •GFWC Statistics •Funding & Manpower RequestsClub Club News This page provides the latest news: Newsletter, mini-calendar, welcome of new members, volunteer opportunities, etc. Calendar View all events on a monthly calendar. You can RSVP from the calendar. Event See all the Events and RSVP Join Us •New Member Application •2024-2025 Membership Renewal •Member Discounts •Scholarships What We Do •Arts & Culture •Civic Engagement & Outreach •Education & Libraries •Environment •Health & Wellness •Standing Committees •Social Committees •Volunteer Opportunities Sisters Only – Password protected •A Note from Patti •2024 General Membership Meeting Minutes (2023 & 2024) •Years in Photos (2023 & 2024) •Contacts •CSP Folders •Library Forms Bylaws Newsletters 2023-2024 Yearbook GFWC Club Manual •VAL Reporting - Volunteer Activity Log

Club News Educate, Engage, Empower Welcome New Members! Jean Marie Kennamer | Cida Zeeb| Gail Ellis | Susan McLoughlin Verna Baxter | Brenda Ampollone | Lorraine Horn | Amie Bracey Calendar Events Welcome Weekly Activities Committee Meetings Non-SAWC Special Events New Volunteer Opportunties H&W Volunteer Opportunties CE&O Volunteer Opportunties E&L Volunteer Opportunities SAWC Volunteer Opportunities Section Menu Membership Meetings All Membership meetings are the first Tuesday of each month (Sept-June) from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Derry-Salem Elks Lodge (39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem.) Handicapped parking is available at the top of the driveway. Please enter through the ramp-accessible side door. Good, used Books Wanted SAWC's Education & Libraries Committee is seeking donations of used books for all ages, in good condition, to help stock the Little Free Library we recently donated and erected in Pelham, NH, in front of Lyons Park. Contact: Mary Daniell @ SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com A Chorus Line Sat, May 31, 2pm at the Palace Theater, Manchester. We'll have a large contingent of members going to see this stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition. (carpooling and possibly going to lunch first are additional options) SAWC discounted tickets only $40pp for fantastic seats! An event of the A&C Committee. RSVP at April 1st meeting or contact Sarah Friend. New Groups Forming Quilters Group Calling all Sewers and Quilters to join our new Quilting Club! Member Jeanne Malisos has volunteered her sewing room as a place to gather and make quilts to support the various efforts SAWC has partnered with. We also have free fabric available for your projects. Contact Jean Malisos at 603-893-2665 for more information. Way to Glow! If interested in forming a walking group in spring, please contact Danielle 978.604.1843 or reddogyoga72@gmail.com And if you walk on your own, don't forget to add the miles to your activity page on our website! Puzzle Swap A new program for our Puzzle loving Members! Bring one puzzle you enjoyed making and take one home. Questions? Dianne Chapdelaine 603-401-7483 or dmbc1205@yahoo.com New Book Club Forming With the tremendous success of our current Book Club, which has been meeting for 3 years, and has members on a wait list, we are calling for more interested reading fanatics to help us get the 2nd group started. Contact: Sarah Friend, sfriend220@comcast.net for more information. Committee Chairs Arts & Culture: Sarah Friend CE&O: Patti Drelick Education & Libraries : Darlene Dainele Environment: Anne Reynolds Health & Wellness : Connie O'Connell Public Relations: Open Upcoming Events Please confirm with the committee chairs for date, time, or location changes. For a complete list of events, please visit the calendar or events pages 11 days to the event Salem Animal Rescue League (SARL) "Howl'ween 5K run or walk Oct 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Learn more 21 days to the event November Monthly Meeting Nov 10, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM RSVP Weekly Activities RSVP Dust Busters When: Mondays 10 AM-12 PM Loc : Salem Historical Museum, Main Street Contact: Susan Mothon Committee: CE&O Help put the Salem Historical Museum back together after its recent major renovation. RSVP Hearts in Harmony When: Thursday, 12 PM Loc : Sandra Demers's Home Contact: Amy Moldoff Committee: A&C Give us a try and drop to try it out. No auditions, just a group of friends who love to sing spreading joy at local retirement communities and nursing homes. RSVP Yoga for Members When: Wednesday, 11 AM Loc : Salem Boys & Girls Club, 3 Geremonty Dr (upstairs) Contact: Danielle Risch Committee: H&W Improve your mobility, reduce stress, and gain a greater sense of wellbeing. Committee Meetings Dedication. Expertise. Passion. Please join one of the monthly committee meetings. Arts & Culture When: 2nd Tues 5:30 AM Contact: Sarah Friend Where: Sarah's home Education & Libraries When: 3rd Tues 5:00 AM Contact: Darlene Daniele Where: Darlene's Office Hospitality Committee When: 4th Fri 4:00 AM Contact: Dianne Chapdelaine Where: Kelley Library Civic Engagement & Outreach When: 2nd Wed 5:00 AM Contact: Susan Mothon Where: Millville Arms Comm. Ctr Environment When: As needed Contact: Anne Reynolds Where: TBD Communication & P.R When: As needed Contact: Open Where: TBD Health & Wellness When: 4th Mon 8:00 AM Contact: Connie O'Connell Where: Kelley Library New SAWC Volunteer Opportunities Who said picking up trash couldn't be fun? On Friday, April 4, from 10 AM to 12 PM, meet at Big Lots parking lot, Veterans Memorial Parkway (across from the Police Department), Salem. Wear work clothes, long socks, boots, and gloves; we will provide fluorescent vests. Sign up by contacting Anne Reynolds or just show up; more hands make light work Ongoing Committee Volunteer Opportunities Health & Wellness The Health & Wellness Committee has a monthly volunteer project at Silverthorne Adult Day Center, Geremonty Drive, on the first Tuesday of every month, immediately following our membership meeting. Members help entertain their participants by singing, reading a book, making a craft, or just old-fashioned visiting and conversation. Silverthorne also welcomes volunteer help at any time. For more info, call Connie O'Connell. Civic Engagement & Outreach The Civic Engagement and Outreach Committee invites members to provide appetizers for the Bridging the Horizons Magic Fred Show on Saturday, April 19. We need light appetizers like crackers, cheese, dips, and fruit that don’t require heating. Donna will handle picking up and dropping off the donations. If you're interested in helping, please contact Donna Mason or sign up at the April General Meeting. DUST BUSTERS Love to clean and organize? Join the Civic Engagement & Outreach "Dust Busters" volunteering to help put the Salem Historical Museum back together after its recent major renovation. Mondays, 10-12am, at Museum, Main St, Salem. Questions? Contact Susan Mothon Education & Libraries The Education & Libraries Committee, in partnership with the Salem Intergenerational Collaborative, is seeking Volunteers for the following: Storybook Reading, approx 1 hour, at Salem Family Resources and Birches Academy. Help create a Parent/Child Playgroup, 1-1 1/2 hours at Cindy's Place, Main St, Salem Assist 1st Graders who need extra help reading- For more details, contact Nancy D'Agostino, ics.salem.nh@gmail.com SAWC Volunteer Opportunities Hospitality Committee The Hospitality Committee is looking for help with the following: If you like to bake or just want to add to our refreshment table, please get in touch with Lee Grannon. She is creating a schedule for our monthly meetings. Looking for someone to help launder our tablecloths after each meeting. Event/party planner? Join our committee! If you can help or simply wish to join this fun committee, please contact Chair: Lori Perry. Help the Club with your talents! Like to organize things? Need a member to create a scrapbook of our Club's events. Like to research? Help us research and prepare our history for our 100th Anniversary coming in 2026. Help Help Help Help Non-SAWC Events Support great organizations in our communities. Great towns have great Libraries! Sat, Apr 19, 10-12noon, at the historic Alice Hall Library, Main St, Salem. SAWC has partnered with The Salem Historical Society to take you back in time to your grandma’s day and contrast the differences in libraries past and present. Visitors, young and old, will be welcome to browse books, play some games, listen to a story, and mingle with special Library VIPs: Natalie Ducharme, Director, Kelley Library and Miss Alice L. Hall, head librarian at the Salem Public Library 1924 – 1966 (43 years). Free. Open to the public. Magic Fred - Back by popular demand! Sat, April 19, 2-5pm, St. Joseph School Auditorium, 40 Main St, Salem. Let's support Bridging the Horizon and bring the grandkids to this magical event. Light appetizers and desserts will be served. Tickets: $20. RSVP by April 12. An event sponsored by the Civic Engagement and Outreach Committee with bonus hands-on member service project: ***please consider providing an appetizer for this event. Nothing that needs to be heated or cooked. (don't have to attend, we're happy to coordinate getting your goody there) Contact Donna Mason, 603-244-8032 or toothfairy858@comcast.net If you're looking for other fun events to go to, check out Bridging the Horizon's calendar... https://bridgingthehorizon.org/ Salembration is coming to Town! From now through Dec 11 , more than 10 family-fun events are being planned to celebrate Salem's 275th Anniversary. Check out their website and calendar: https://www.salemnh.gov/1097/Anniversary-Events-Info General Marquis de Lafayette - Salem NH Visit Sat, June 21, 2-3:15pm , Salem High ride to Field of Dreams. Stay tuned for more details. SAWC anticipates participating in the historic and fun event as a continuum of Salem's 275th Anniversary. Salem's 275th Anniversary Photography Scavenger Hunt. Jan 1 - July 4, 2025. Get together with friends and form teams to explore Salem’s history by visiting current or former town landmarks. Snap a selfie or group photo at the site. Participants with the most correct locations that include corresponding photos will be entered into a drawing. Winners are announced at the Town Party on Aug 9. Contact Susan Mothon 978-725-8515 spietrantoni@yahoo.com for more information. Win-Win! Dine out and support the SHS Culinary Arts Program. The Salem High School Culinary Arts students will be offering a buffet-style service in their 3 Seasons Restaurant. To view the menu and hours of operation, please click https://salemculinary.blogspot.com/ to see our blog. The week’s offerings are listed under the menu tab. You may dine in or take out. We highly suggest reservations. To do so, simply email with the following: Time for reservation as listed on our blog, # of Guests, Dine In or Take Out, and Payment needs to be made in the form of cash or check made out to SHS Culinary Arts. Any questions email me: Kaci Ahern, kaci.ahern@sau57.org Salem CTE, 44 Geremonty Drive, Salem NH 03079

Press Archive News from 2023-2024 Staying Alive: Skills We All Need SAWC GFWC-NH receives valuable training February 19, 2024 February is American Heart Month, encouraging people, especially women, to focus on cardiovascular health. To underscore the significance of heart health, the Salem Area Women's Club expresses its gratitude for the hands-only CPR and AED training its members received after the February meeting. The instruction was conducted by Mike Gordon and Doug Devine of the Salem Fire Department, who meticulously demonstrated step-by-step procedures for CPR and using the AED. Members also developed a clear understanding of what to expect when dialing 9-1-1. These essential skills are immensely valuable, and the club members were eager to learn them, even though they hope they never have to use them. Caregivers Cookie Hugs December 2023 The Salem Area Women's Club GFWC-NH (SAWC) wanted to thank caregivers for their selflessness, compassion, and unwavering dedication to caring for others. Their work touches countless lives and significantly impacts the world. We recognize the challenges and sacrifices that come with being a caregiver and appreciation for your service, The SAWC showed their gratitude by giving each caretaker a “Cookie Hug”. Over 20 SAWC members helped bake, bag, and deliver the Cookie Hugs to the caregivers in our communities. It was heartwarming to witness members taking turns working on the "assembly line" to put the final touches on the gift bags stuffed with cookies, candies, and other treats. Helping hands work together to accomplish great things! With the table overflowing with completed gift bags, it was impossible to count them all, but knowing where they were delivered to, it's clear that we touched at least 200 caregivers in the following communities: •Pelham Good Neighbor Fund •Salem Caregivers •Salemhaven •Silverthorne •Meals on Wheels/Rockingham Nutrition’ •Warde Senior Living We thank Jaimie Baker, Deb Slein, Donna Mason, Maria Baribeau, and Maureen Hanlon, who helped put this together during the craziest time of the year. Gift bags were also put together and delivered to SAWC members who needed a little cheering up as well. SAWC Participates in Salem Parade November 2023 On Sunday Nov 26, The Salem Area Women’s club-GFWC-NH attended the Salem NH Holiday Parade where a refreshment table was set up with hundreds of Free Snacks and drinks, compliments of the Salem Area Women’s Club. Laura Andolino and President Patti Drelick welcomed many parade participants as they exited shuttle buses or took a stroll on this sunny, chilly day waiting for the parade to kick off. Shelia Casey buzzed around in her Bee costume passing out refreshments to those in different staging areas. A special thanks to John and Nathan Andolino who helped transport and set up the tent for this fun event! The Salem Area Women's Club Plants a Stunning Garden for All To Enjoy October 2023 Fall is an excellent season for planting, and the Environment Committee of the Salem Area Women's Club took advantage of a beautiful September day to create a new garden along the Salem Bike-Ped Corridor. The garden is located by the Salem/Methuen border and welcomes visitors with various bushes, flowers, and grasses. The club plans to add annuals in the spring and continue maintaining the garden. SAWC is delighted to collaborate with the Friends of the Salem Bike-Ped Corridor in their efforts to enhance and beautify the corridor, which stretches from the Massachusetts border to the Windham Rail Trail. This particular section is a significant step towards the broader goal of the Granite State Rail Trail Association, which seeks to connect the rail trail from Salem to Lebanon, NH, creating a continuous trail that spans 100 miles. SAWC participates in GFWC's National Day of Giving September 2023 The General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) is committed to volunteer community service. The National Day of Service (NDS) is an occasion when all of GFWC comes together in service to draw attention to an area of need, take action to address it, and raise public awareness about its significance. This year, the organization aims to help put an end to food insecurity. In line with this goal, the Salem Area Women's Club has donated food amounting to $162.78 to Bread of Life Food Pantry and $140.38 to End 68 Hours of Hunger. We express our sincere gratitude to the Civic Engagement and Outreach Committee for taking the lead in organizing the event, and we extend a massive thank you to all our club members who generously contributed to the donation of food. SAWC GFWC-NH Enoys the Salem Scramble September 2023 The 7th Annual Salem Scramble took place on Saturday, September 30th at Salem High School. The event was attended by 500+ Salem students in grades 1-8 and their families, who came together for a community celebration and obstacle course race. While the students waited for their races, local businesses and organizations added to the fun by sponsoring games, serving treats, and providing information about their organizations. The Civic Engagement and Outreach committee of SAWC invited the racers to play a game of ring toss or get a tattoo, while the club provided delicious treats and information about SAWC for the adults. The CEO committee would like to thank all the club members who came out to support the event: Joanne Cuomo, Trish Earle, Patti Drelick, Marilyn Suszek, Maureen Hanlon, Susan Mothon, Jaimie Baker and Deb Slein. WOMEN'S CLUB LAUNCHES 98th YEAR OF SERVICE Join us for the first meeting of the new year September 2023 (Salem, NH) On Tuesday, September 5, the Salem Area Women's Club GFWC (SAWC) will kick off its new year with a Welcome Back Party and Meeting at 11:30 am at the Derry-Salem Elks Lodge, 39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem. We look forward to seeing many familiar faces as well as welcoming new ones, too. Coming off the heels of last year's Award-Winning agenda, we're excited to launch another fantastic year ahead! To RSVP, please visit our website, SalemAreaWomensClub.org, or email SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com . Do you like to give back to your community? Would you like to be part of a fantastic sisterhood? Do you want to have fun? Then we are the organization you've searched for! Since 1926, the Salem Area Women's Club GFWC has worked locally to be a power of good in our community through philanthropy and outreach programs. Last year, the Club donated over $40,300 to 49 organizations and needy causes. SAWC focuses on five broad areas of interest: Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement & Outreach, Education & Libraries, Environment, and Health & Wellness. In the first six months of this year, the membership recorded over 2,700 hours serving the Club and local communities. Come check us out! We are 100 Members strong and have something for everyone. We hope to see you on Tuesday, September 5, from 11:30 am-1:30 pm at the Derry-Salem Elks Lodge for our first meeting of the year. Members and guests are encouraged to bring their lunch during the social hour from 11:30 am-12:30 pm, with the business meeting to follow. Light refreshments will be served. Visit SalemAreaWomensClub.org for membership information, learn more about our committees, and explore all the other fun activities. ### Press Releases Sent to Local Media 2022-2023 Author to share NH adventure tale with children December 2023 Children’s author Dr. Seuss once said, “You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book!” During school vacation week, you can go on an exciting journey without leaving the local area! Join Kelley Library on Thursday, Dec. 28, noon-1pm for a first-in-aseries event featuring Salem author Jeffrey Zygmont. He will read “Under and Over the Snow,” one of his beautifully written and colorfully illustrated children’s books of adventures in New Hampshire. He will also chat about reading, writing, exploring nature and more. A Community Service Program of the Education & Libraries Committee of the Salem Area Women’s Club, this free event is designed for children, pre-K through second grade. Refreshments will be served, and a book will be given to the first 10 pre-registered families (sign up at AuthorEventSAWC@gmail.com ) who arrive that day. Zygmont’s books will also be available for purchase, and he will happily sign with a personalized autograph. Women's Club Delivers Appreciation Baskets to Poll Workers March 2023 Salem Area Women's Club members donated over 400 snacks to create Poll Volunteer Appreciation Baskets at the Club's March meeting. Patti Drelick, SAWC President, and Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary, delivered the baskets on Election Day to eight polling locations in Atkinson, Hampstead, Pelham, and Salem as a Nor'Easter raged. SAWC is grateful to these election-day volunteers who ensure voters receive the assistance they need and help provide a positive and smooth voting experience. The poll workers met the baskets with warm smiles and deep gratitude. Without the hard work and dedication of over 180 volunteer poll workers, our local elections would be impossible. Salem Women's Club Provides Comfort to Sexually Assaulted Victims Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted; on average, 463,634 victims (age 12 or older) of rape and sexual assault each year in the United States. The Salem Area Women's Club's Health and Wellness Committee created Comfort Bags to help restore dignity to victims after a medical examination in Emergency Rooms. Medical care is a priority after an assault to screen and treat for injuries and disease. In addition, all victims are offered evidence gathering to identify and prosecute perpetrators, including clothing collection. To avoid leaving the Emergency Department in scrubs, there is a desire for cozy clothing for the victims. To meet this need, the Health and Wellness committee created 30 Comfort Bags containing personal care items, new undergarments, socks, pants, and shirts in various sizes. The Salem Area Women Club members donated all the items, and members even sewed bags. Recently, Parkland Hospital's Sexual Assault Unit Clinical Coordinator, Pam, received bags from Linda Molchon and Connie O'Connell of the Health and Wellness committee. February 2023 February 2023 Women’s Club Delivers a Rhea of Sunshine The Salem Area Women’s Club’s (SAWC) Community Engagement and Outreach committee proudly donated a crash crate ($370) to the Salem Police Department to ensure their comfort dog, Rhea, travels safely during car rides while on duty. Although only seven months old, this beautiful Labrador Retriever is already calm, friendly, and good-natured. Named after the Titan Greek god of comfort and ease, Rhea will continue her training under Officer Brian Lawrence’s direction with the help of Hero Pups in Stratham, NH. In a few more months, she’ll be a valuable resource for trauma victims by providing a therapeutic role as part of SPD’s emergency response services. In addition, Rhea will give unconditional love and support to people on some of their most challenging days. Is there anything more comforting than the reassuring touch of a dog or the sight of a wagging tail? TV Coverage SCTV 17 (sctv-17.com) - watch CE&O January Presentations A big thank you to Susan McLoughlin for filming our event! February 2023 Women's club warms hearts by donating $10K+ The Community Engagement and Outreach committee of the Salem Area Women’s Club donated over $10,000 to five highly deserving organizations. Reaching across the entire southern NH region, Family Promise ($5,000) and Brigid’s House of Hope ($2,500) help vulnerable individuals and families rebuild their lives in secure and caring environments. As food prices continue to climb, the following organizations are imperative to keeping food on tables. End 68 Hours of Hunger of Salem ($1,000) fills the nutritional needs of school-aged children over the weekend, while St. Anne’s Food Pantry ($150) helps reduce food insecurity in Hampstead. Recognizing the sacrifices made by our veterans and those who serve our communities is vital. Therefore, $1,000 was donated to The Homeland Heroes Foundation, Atkinson, which offers an array of supportive services to active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. October 20, 2022

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About Salem Area Women's Club (SAWC) Salem Area Women's Club GFWC Since 1926, the Salem Area Women's Club GFWC (SAWC) has worked locally to be the power of good in our community, making a difference through philanthropy and outreach programs while fostering connections, awareness, and life-long friendships. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1015, Salem, NH 03079 Email: SalemAreaWomensClub@Gmail.com Web: SalemAreaWomensClub.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/SalemAreaWomensClubNH Meeting Days & Time: 1st Tuesday of the month from 11:30am-1:30pm Meeting Location: Derry-Salem Elks Lodge 39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem Current Membership: 125+ SAWC Board of Directors 2026-2028 Officers and Committee Chairs Name Job Title Mary Finocchario President Loren Faber V.P./Membership Development Levonia Salinas Treasurer Danielle Risch Recording Secretary Shamim Calcuttawala Corresponding Secretary Sarah Friend Arts & Culture Chair Susan Mothon Civic Engagement & Outreach Chair Darlene Daniele Education & Libraries Chair Dee Stiikeman Environment Chair Donna McDowell Health & Wellness Chair Ronnie Shelley Communications & Public Relations Chair Patti Drelick Immediate Past President About General Federation of Women's Clubs of NH (GFWC-NH) General Federation of Women's Clubs of NH (GFWC-NH) GFWC-NH's purpose is to bring together all General, Junior, and Juniorette Clubs in New Hampshire for cooperation and mutual helpfulness and to promote the highest interest of the community and State. To learn more about GFWC-NH, contact them directly or visit their website. Mailing Address: P.O Box 1094 Concord, NH 03302 Email: info@gfwcnh.org Web: gfwcnh.org About General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) Founded in 1890, GFWC is an International women's organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service. Collectively, we are Living the Volunteer Spirit. To learn more about GFWC, contact them directly or visit their website. Mailing Address: GFWC Headquarters 1734 N Street NW Washington, DC 20036-2990 Email: GFWC@GFWC.org Web: GFWC.org

Welcome Arts & Culture A&C Our Mission To inspire clubwomen, and ignite within you, a desire to make the world a more beautiful, thoughtful, and caring place. Therefore, our goal is to take an active role in sponsorship, scholarship, production, direction, and performance in every aspect of all arts and from all cultures. To be proactive in the support of all forms of Art and Culture in our local communities. Creative Writing | Dance | Fine Art | Improvisation Music | Photography | Singing | Speech | Theater The organization provides quality orchestral music for musicians in the Merrimack Valley region and encourages young musicians with performance opportunities, training, and scholarships for advanced music studies. Service area includes: Atkinson Hampstead Pelham Salem Windham A&C Contests Congratulations to the winners of the Creative Writing contest sponsored by the Arts and Culture Committee. 1st Place Winner Maria Baribeau 2nd Place Winner Shamim Calcuttawalla Thank you to the staff of Kelley Library for judging all the entries. Supported in the Past* Arts Academy of New Hampshire Field of Dreams Concert Series The Merrimack Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra The Phil Play Among the Stars Theatre Group Windham Actors Guild Windham Musical Arts Association * A donation in the past is not a guarantee of a future donation. Contact Joanne or Shamim for more information or email SalemAreaWomensClub@Gmail.com and we'll pass your questions along. Current Projects 2023-2024 Future Events & Projects Craft a Community Brochure identifying local arts and cultures Create Club Cultural Cookbook and Potluck Luncheon Creative Writing Contest (Nov – Feb) Murder Mystery Luncheon @ Salem High School One Day Trip(s) to Theater, Concert or Art venues Partner with C&E or Environment for road island gardens Photography Contest (Dec-Jan) Salem Artists Association The Flower Hug Project US AirForce Band for SAWC 100th Anniversary in 2026 Welcome Sculpture for Salem Completed Projects 2022-2023 Events & Projects: Creative Writing Contest 1st Place: Nancy Woodward: Gizmo 2nd Place: Sandy Carlson: Treasure our Lands 3rd Place: Joanne Cuomo: It was another beautiful day Empower Her Comedy Night Funny Money NH Philharmonic Holiday Pops Photography Contest Ranked, the Musical Staying Alive Concert Staying Alive! Tribute Band Palace Theater, Sat. May 20, 2 pm matinee. More details are coming soon! The Flower Hugs Project Titanic Tea SAWC Member Meeting Cultural Celebration sponsored by the Arts & Culture Committee Tuesday, April 2nd, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Elks Lodge, 39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem You are invited to come and experience our members’ cultural stories, food, traditions, and music. All members are encouraged to share a crockpot full of their favorite family recipes at this fun potluck luncheon. You'll be amazed by the diverse and delicious menu! The Get Down Tonight DJ will have us on the dance floor with Polka, Greek line dance, Mexican hat dance, Indian dance, and more! Native costumes are encouraged. This event is free of charge.This is a CSP Project of the A&C Committee. You are guaranteed to have a great time! December 2023: Twenty-four members of the SAWC, dressed in festive clothing, enjoyed the beautiful sounds of the NH Philharmonic's Holiday Pops Concert. The Flower Hug Project The Flower Hugs Project delivers joy and hope to seniors, veterans, and caregivers living alone or in care communities by providing flower hugs. These gifts give an unexpected moment of recognition and appreciation to members of our most vulnerable populations. Delivering to individuals or through programs such as: 1/1 Adult Day Care Centers Assisted Living Facilities Caregivers First Responders Food Pantries Local Hospitals Long-Term Care Facilities Meals on Wheels Program Nursing Homes Rehabilitation Centers Senior Housing Shelters How do we do it? The Salem Area Women's Club partners with local florists, funeral homes, grocery stores, hotels, and venues to upcycle their slightly used flowers. We have a team of volunteers ready to pick up donated arrangements, reassemble into small bouquets, and deliver them. This is awesome! How can I help? If you would like to partner with us by donating flowers or floral supplies vases, please visit our website or contact the Arts and Culture Chairwomen Joanne Cuomo (603-247-1193, centanni@comcast.net ) and Shamim Calcuttawala (603-401-4075 shamimcalc@outlook.com ) Thank you to Flower Hugs Project sponsors Carrier Family Funeral Home & Crematory Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home Enterprise Bank Hannaford - Hampstead We're proud to support these talented groups of artists! A public charter school that nurtures creative thinkers, active citizens, and independent learners with a curriculum that integrates the arts and academics. The Palace Theatres host professional local and traveling performers for stage shows, youth and teen theater programs, and touring acts. A parent booster organization that supports the study of music and theatre in the Windham School District. Serves students with the highest quality, most impactful, and authentic performing arts education possible. We believe in the transformative potential of arts education. This is a theater group for anyone interested in helping launch and participate in community theater in Windham and the surrounding communities. Summer Concert Series All concerts begin at 6:30 PM. Our concerts are FREE to the public. A 50-50 Raffle is held at each concert, with the proceeds targeted for the new pavilion. Bring your blanket or chairs and enjoy the music! The Philharmonic connects people to the power of classical music through compelling concerts and engaging education programs. We accomplish this by bringing together the finest student, amateur, and professional musicians from around the state. Play Among the Stars Theatre Groupe Enhances social skills and provides knowledge of performing arts, dance, and musical ability for the physically and developmentally challenged. Our organization provides quality orchestral music for musicians in the Merrimack Valley region and encourages young musicians with performance opportunities, training, and scholarships for advanced music studies.

Club News Archive 2024 Celebrating Community Champions On Wed, June 12, at the Seales Chapel, Windham, a festive celebration was held to honor eight Community Champions whom the SAWC has partnered with this past year. This elegant reception featured champagne, charcuterie, and live music to set the stage for presenting our newly created SAWC CommUNITY Champions Award to these outstanding individuals and organizations nominated by our core Community Service Committees. Each Award recipient also received a $500 donation for their chosen non-profits’ tremendous work to better our communities. June 2024 Thank you As an organization, we are indebted to this outstanding group of women and wish to recognize the following Board members for their incredible 2022-2024 term of service, and are now stepping down from the Board: Officers Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary Sandy Carlson, Corresponding Secretary Rachel Kingston, Vice President Committee Chairs Joanne Cuomo, Arts & Culture Deb Slein and Laura Andolino, Civic Engagement and Outreach Linda Molchan and Connie O’Connell, Health & Wellness Linda Simmons, Environment SAWC Receives Awards at GFWC-NH Annual Meeting At GFWC-NH’s Annual Meeting in May, our Club received seven Awards for its outstanding efforts in the past year. Congratulations to all of our Members for their creativity, caring, and outstanding leadership in these initiatives. A special acknowledgment goes to our Committee Chairs for their leadership in involving our members and sharing the rewards of giving back to our community. SAWC received recognition for the following: Outstanding Membership Recruitment Award: For being the top recruiter in the State with 69 new members joining our Club during this 2022-24 term! (Bringing our total membership to 116!) Health & Wellness CSP - Top Project Award: For our support of Mental Health through Center for Life Management and the sponsoring of their Ginger Z event: Mental Health goes Behind the Smile. Education & Libraries CSP: Club Creativity Award: For our Storybook Hugs Project and providing classrooms with colorfully painted Rocking Chairs for the Storybook Readers. Civic Engagement & Outreach CSP/Homeless & Food Insecurity: Top Project Award: For providing the food and preparation of a Meal a Month at Family Promise of Southern NH. Arts & Culture CSP: Top Project Award: For our Flower Hugs Project, the joyful power of flowers. Arts & Culture CSP - Club Creativity Award: For being so creative with the naming of our Reports for GFWC Reporting, particularly "The Sweet Sounds of Summer" in describing our sponsorship donation towards the Field of Dreams Concert Series. 2022-24 GFWC-NH Community Impact Program Award for the ‘TOTE’ Project (Pathways of Transitional Opportunities To Evolve). This was a two-year project and commitment to support Family Promise of Southern NH and their 60 residents with $10k donation, remodel their family room, purchasing the food and preparing monthly meals for 2 years, and the planting of an outdoor garden area. 2024 Club President’s Choice: Each Year, GFWC-NH also asks Club Presidents to identify a single Club project that they believe best reflects the “Sparkle and Shine” of the Club’s Members. This year Patti submitted the Arts & Culture’s Cultural Celebration with Taste Around the World luncheon.

A&C Contests Writing Contest Tell your story in a short story format (2,000 words). Maybe write about an event that had a major impact on you and/or your family, or share your family’s history and how your family’s traditions, cultures, and community helped mold the person you are today. Writing your story provides your family with a piece of family history that will live on for generations to come. All writing pieces must be emailed to Katie Monteiro by February 20. Please refer to the writing contest guidelines on the GFWC website or contact Katie at kmonteiro26@gmail.com or Joanne Cuomo at centanni@comcast.net

C&PR Updates December Update The SAWC website was created last year, and new features have been added this year. The Help section is now easily accessible from the website's header or the About tab, providing information on how to set up an account, log volunteer hours, and RSVP to an event. RSVPing for most club events is now more straightforward, with the option to do so through the Calendar or Events tab. You can also view a list of attendees or see which events you have already RSVP'd to. See the Help section for instructions. Knowing who is attending an event is crucial, and the SAWC website makes it easy to keep track. SalemAreaWomensClub.org Reporting your Volunteer Hours Our annual report to the State organization is coming up soon. We need your help to make it happen. If you've volunteered or attended club meetings this calendar year, please log your hours on our website. Committee chairs will use this information to create an individual report for each project. If you're part of a committee, ask your chair if they need help with the writing process. Last year, over 100 reports were composed in just two weeks! SAWC's Geek Squad Looking for some help with your computer? Maybe you need a brief tutorial on navigating the SAWC website, using Word to write a document, or exploring Facebook to stay in touch with friends. You can take advantage of the first hour of our monthly meeting to bring your laptop or tablet and get your questions answered in a collaborative and informative setting. If you prefer a quieter learning environment, we also offer house calls! Call Jaimie at 551-427-4697 or email SalemAreaWomensClub@Gmail.com for more information. 2024 Yearbook It's time to start working on the 2024 yearbook! Before we begin, we need to make sure that all the information in last year's edition is still accurate. If you don't have a copy handy, you can find the current yearbook in the Sister's Only Section on the website. This is also a great opportunity to update your photo! If you're new to the club this year, please send a headshot to the provided Gmail address and make sure to save the photo with your name. If you have any changes to the information, please email us at SalemAreaWomensClub@Gmail.com . All updates are due by December 1. Newsletter Articles If you're interested in submitting an article for the monthly newsletter, please to send it to mariabaribeau@gmail.com by the 20th day of each month. Be sure to come up with an engaging headline and include all the standard details like who, what, when, where, and how and any pictures you’ve taken. Additionally, please remember to include your contact information and any other pertinent details. More Changes to the Website: •The club calendar is now linked to all of our events. If you want to RSVP/pay for an event, you can look for it on the calendar or in the Events section. The Event section is sorted by groups All Events General Membership Meetings Committee Meetings SAWC Events/Volunteer Opportunities Partner Events GFWC-NH/GFWC Events Same information, just different ways to look at it

Civic Engagement '22-'23 The Team Who We Are Deb Slein* | Jaimie Baker | Laura Andolino | Linda Harvey | Norma Lapointe* | Susan Molthon | Susan Raymond *Committee Chairs January Spotlight Information We highlighted the following organizations this year at our January 2023 meeting: Brigid’s House of Hope is a long term, transitional safe house for survivors of Human Trafficking in New Hampshire and surrounding areas. Contact Brigid’s House of Hope Bethany Cottrell, Ashley Emery 603-689-8728 Bethany@brigidshouseofhope.org End 68 Hours of Hunger addresses the food shortage children experience between the free lunch they receive at school on Friday afternoon and the free breakfast they receive at school on Monday morning, 68 hours later. Contact End 68 Hours of Hunger Tara Bazydlo, Deb Payne 603-893-7040 SalemNH@end68hoursofhunger.org Family Promise Through safe housing and education, Family Promise guides families as they break the cycle and rise from homelessness to sustainable independence. Contact Family Promise Pam Wellman, Matt Hodgkiss 603- 883-7338 pamela.wellman@familypromisesnh.org The Homeland Heroes Foundation offers an array of supportive services to active-duty service members, veterans, and their families in their time of need to help restore a sense of community, independence, and well-being at home. Contact Homeland Heroes Julie Weymouth 603- 458-1275 Julie@homelandheroesfoundation.org End 68 Hours of Hunger We shopped for End 58 Hours of Hunger to meet a specific need of laundry detergent, fabric softener, bars of bath soap, and liquid soap. Poll Worker Appreciation Baskets Designed and delivered thank-you baskets for poll workers on election days. Family Promi se (Nashua) Purchased, prepared, and cooked a meal once a month for Family Promise, Nashua. Completed the "family room" project at Family Promise.

Civic Engagement & Outreach Our Mission This Committee reminds us that we are all part of a larger society and have a responsibility to take action to improve quality of life and strengthen our sense of community, locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. Citizenship|Crime & Safety | Hungry & Homeless | Military The four committees of CE&O include: Citizenship Crime & Safety Hungry & Homeless Military Citizenship GFWC's Civic Engagement & Outreach Committee shares community service announcements. Clubwomen can advocate for policies but cannot endorse candidates or engage in partisan politics while engaging in SAWC GFC-NH activities. Citizenship Resource Center - USCIS Register to Vote in NH League of Women Voters Military Personnel & Veterans “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifice.” — Harry Truman Veteran Affairs New Hampshire State Office of Veterans Affairs NH Veteran Benefit Assistance Crime Prevention, Safety & Disaster Preparedness Personal safety is a fundamental need that ensures our well-being and comfort. In today's world, this means living our everyday lives free from crime, creating safe spaces, and preparing for natural disasters. Ready.gov National Crime Prevention Council National Safety Council National Alliance on Mental Illness The Needy, Hungry & Homeless Every single day, countless Americans find themselves without a place to call home and struggle to meet their basic needs for food and shelter. It's a heartbreaking reality that can happen to anyone, regardless of their age, background, or circumstances. New Hampshire Coalition to End Homelessness Stepping Stones New Hampshire Food Bank Supported in the Past* The Needy, Hungry & Homeless Bread of Life Food Pantry Center Point Food for Thought Christmas Giving End 68 Hours of Hunger (Derry, Pelham, Salem) HOPE Center Food Pantry Isaiah 58 Salem Farmers Market St Anne's Food Pantry Citizenship Boys and Girls Club of Salem Bridging the Horizon Salem Chamber of Commerce Field of Dreams Firefighters Appreciation Hampstead Historical Society Law Enforcement Appreciation Salem Animal Rescue League Salem Historical Society Salem Holiday Parade Salem Pride (School District) Crime Prevention, Safety & Disaster Preparedness Brigid's House of Hope Police Comfort Dog Military Personnel & Veterans Blue Star Mothers Wreath Homeland Heroes Operation Care for Troops Women's Veteran Program * A donation in the past is not a guarantee of a future donation. Current Projects Coming soon!! '24-25 Updates (Coming soon) '23-24 Updates '22-23 Updates Comfort with Heat Completed the "family room" project at Family Promise. Created cards with Memorial Day information, including a flag pin. Designed and delivered thank-you baskets for poll workers on election days. Emergency Bags for the needy. End 68 Hrs. of Hunger (Derry, Pelham, Salem) Hands-only CPR Training Law Enforcement Appreciation National Day of Giving Operation Care for Troops Christmas Stockings Participated in the Salem Thanksgiving Parade Poll Worker Appreciation Baskets Purchased, prepared, and cooked a meal once a month for Family Promise, Nashua. Reusable shopping bags for a food pantry Salem Chamber Wreath Stroll Salem Historical Society Soul Stroll Salem Holiday Parade Shopped for End 58 Hours of Hunger to meet a specific need We Care Emergency Bags Wreaths Across America