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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

2024-2025 Membership Renewal Join Again! Please make sure to refresh your browser to get the most recent version of this page. Thank you for your invaluable contribution as a Salem Area Women’s Club-GFWC member during the 2023-2024 year. As we gear up for the 2024-2025 year, we just wanted to remind you to renew your membership. It’s only $30*, which covers your dues from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025. We hope you’ll continue to be a part of our community! For our newest members: For members who joined between June 1, 2023, and May 31, 2024, the dues are prorated for the second year*. Your dues for the new year begin the month after you join. For example, if you joined in January 2024, you need to pay your dues starting in February. If you're unsure when you joined, please email SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com to get the correct month. 2023 Jul: $22 | Aug: $20 | Sep: $18| Oct: $16 | Nov: $14 |Dec: $12 2024 Jan: $10 | Feb: $8 | Mar: 6 | Apr $4 * For credit card transactions, a flat handling fee of $1 is charged, which is displayed in the payment area. Please complete all the following sections. About You Get Involved Photo Release Yearbook Photo About You First Name Email Would you like a reminder phone call before membership meetings? * Yes No Last Name Best Phone for you Type of Phone Choose an option Address same as last year. No need to fill in this section Street Address Street Address Line 2 City State Zip Code Get Involved! We hope all our members will actively participate in one of the following areas. Please consider selecting more than one! The more help we have, the better we can serve our communities. Please select your area(s) of interest: Arts & Culture Civic Engagement & Outreach Communication & Public Relations Education & Libraries Enviornment Health & Wellness Hospitality Committee Phone Committee Photo Release I authorize the Salem Area Women's Club (SAWC) to use and reproduce photographs of me taken during SAWC events without compensation. I understand that these photographs may be used alone or in conjunction with other pictures (still or moving), sketches, and in any medium, including, but not limited to, SAWC's website, newsletters, social media, brochures, newspapers, yearbooks, and other printed materials. All negatives and prints shall constitute the property of the Salem Area Women's Club. Please select one after reading the above statements: I grant authorization stated above. I DO NOT grant authority Please input your initials and date affirming that you've read and understood the Photo Release Initials Today's Date Yearbook Each year the club produces a yearbook that contains members' contact information and a photo. If you would like to submit a different image from the one we used last year, please upload it using the button below. We'll do our best to use the new picture. Make sure to save the photo file with your first and last name If you don't have a headshot, send us a photo of yourself that you like, and we'll try to use it Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Annual Dues We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your invaluable contribution as a member of the Salem Area Women’s Club-GFWC during the 2023-2024 year. As we gear up for the 2024-2025 year, we kindly ask that you remember to pay your annual dues. Thank you! Prorated dues for members paying for their second year in the club. Please select your annual due payment * Regular priced dues - $31.00 July '23 - $23 Aug '23 - $21 Sep '23 - $19 Oct '23 - $17 Nov '23 - $15 Dec '23 - $13 Jan '24 - $11 Feb '24 - $9 Mar '24 - $7 Apr '24 - $5 (The price includes a $1.00 processing fee) Submit Form & Go to Checkout Thanks for submitting! About You Get Involved Photo Release Yearbook

History Our Purpose To broaden and strengthen the moral, social and intellectual life of the members, and through them, to make itself a power for good in the community. (Club bylaws, Article 1: Section 2) Our Roots Since 1926, the Salem Area Women's Club (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. SAWC currently stands at 100+ members strong and has donated more than $40,000 to nearly 50 organizations throughout the past year. SAWC is a proud affiliate of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) and GFWC-New Hampshire. 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. GFWC-NH's purpose is to bring together all General, Junior, and Juniorette Clubs in the State for cooperation and mutual helpfulness and to promote the highest interest of the community and State. SAWC is considered a 'General' Club. Our Story As our club prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026, we will continue learning about our organization's rich history. If you have any stories, documents, photos, etc., about SAWC, please email SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com . We'd love to add your story to ours. We've obtained membership lists from the 1930-1990s. Please feel free to review the .pdfs to find friends, neighbors, and relatives. 1930s 1940s 1950s 1960s 1970s 1980s 1990s A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE SALEM WOMAN'S CLUB 1926-1931 WRITTEN BY MISS MILDRED WHEELER On the afternoon of February 15, 1926 a group of women interested in forming a woman's club in Salem met at Wade's barn (now Dr. Kellett's office) to discuss the organization. Mrs. Alta McDuffee of Alton, NH, past president of the state federation was present and gave facts concerning the work and ideals of the State and General Federations. No organization was undertaken at this time, but a membership committee and a committee to draft a constitution and by-laws were appointed. The second meeting of the proposed club was held in the same place on the afternoon of February twenty-second. Mrs. Eva Speare, president of the State Federation was present and gave much help and information. The constitution as drawn up by the committee previously appointed was read and adopted, the first article of which states that the club shall be called the Salem Woman's Club and shall be federated with the State and General Federations. In accordance with the constitution a nominating committee was chosen. Thus the Salem Woman's Club was organized as such on February 22, 1926. At this time it was voted to hold the meetings the first Monday afternoon of each month from October to May inclusive. The first regular meeting of the club was held on March first of that year when the following list of officers was submitted by the nominating committee: President: Mrs. Alice Noyes Brown 1st Vice President: Mrs. Esther P. French 2nd Vice President: Mrs. Jennie I. Kine Recording Secretary: M.M. Wheeler Corresponding Secretary: Mrs. Margurite A. Nutting Treasurer: Mrs. Esther E. Seifert Board of Directors: Mrs. Nellie E. Parker, Mrs. Flora A, Doble and Mrs. Annie Sleeper There were one hundred charter members. The club became federated on May 4, 1926. During its first year, our club was represented at the State Federation meeting, the field meeting in Nashua and at the District Conference in Derry. We were entertained by the Windham Woman's Club, the Men's Club of the Methodist chuch at Ayers Village, Massachusetts and the Derry Woman's Club. A club field meeting was held at Mrs. Wheeler's when Mrs.Flora Spalding of Manchester was the honor guest. The club supervised a fashion show which was conducted by Wm Filene's Son's Co. of Boston and held in the auditorium. Club members and Woodbury High School students acted as models.This show was held in conjunction with the Domestic Arts Department of the high school. We also gained much from a color clinic the following spring which was given by a representative of the same company. Mrs. Foisie of Pelham entertained the club at its second field meeting when the Milford Woman's Club members were our guests. The club membership for the first year was 103. Practically the same officers were elected for the year 1927- 1928. Before the club year really began Mrs. Brown resigned and Mrs. Ruth F. Wade was elected to be president. It was during this year that a fine sum was realized from the so-called vanishing parties. Three hundred dollars was raised by our club help in for saving Franconia Notch through the earnest efforts of our committee. The club was represented at the State Federation meeting and at the District Conference at Hollis. The club sponsored the Banquet for the Girls Basket Ball team of Woodbury High School. The membership for this year was 61. Mrs. Esther P. French was elected to be president for the year 1928-29. Members attended the field meeting at Durham, the District Conference at Milford and the New England Conference held at Swamscott, Massachusetts. A style show was conducted by Jordan Marsh Co. of Boston which was carried out in a similar manner to the one the previous year. Again this year the club sponsored the Banquet for the Girls Basket Ball team. These proved to be very pleasing affair although not successful in a financial way and because it seemed very hard to arouse enough interest among the parents, it has seemed unwise to continue them. The club members made a pilgrimage to the Meadowbrook Laundry and by so doing received a liberal amount of money to be used for charity. The club membership for this year was 58. Mrs. French was also president during the next year when there were the usual activities. Members attended the Field Meeting at Hampton Beach and the District Conference at Manchester. A fashion show was conducted by Jordan Marsh Co. Members and high school students acting as models. The membership for this year was 42. This, our present club year bids fair to compare favourably with the other years of our club. Our president, Mrs. Marion P. Gonnam is doing splendidly. The proceeds of several successful card parties have added to the treasury and the usual club activities are being carried out. Our program committee departed from the ordinary and we are enjoying papers by our own members on the subject "Men and Things of the Granite State". Throughout our five years we have had quite varied programs and many speakers among whom were Mr. Ernest Silver, pricipal of Plymouth Normal School and Mr. J. Wm. Crowell, both native sons, each giving an interesting and instructive talk before the club. Others who have spoken are Judge Alden Alby, Mr. Winthrop Carter, president of the Nashua Horticultural Society, Miss Meda Cree, superintendant of a Massachusetts Training School, Mrs. Eva Reed of the State Board of Charities and Correction, Miss Elena Crough, who spoke on District Nursing, Mrs. Eggleston who gave us much of interest concerning China, Mrs. V. N. Sikorsky who told us about Russia and Mr. Walter Hale who gave an illustrated lecture on "Forestry". We have held several successful bakery sales and three flower shows when a surprisingly large display of flowers were exhibited. We have entertained all State Presidents since we became federated, Mrs. Sara Simpson chairman of the State Federation music committee has also been our guest. During the year that Mrs. Speare laid such stress on the preservation of historical folk tales, our club members contributed several of interest. Through the educational fund of the State Federation, a Woodbury High School graduate is receiving normal school aid. This is a very worthwhile and worthy case. At holiday time, the club does much to aid needy failies with food and clothing. This is ably cared for by our Civics Committee. Each year, this club gives help at the locall Baby Clinics which are conducted by the State Board of Health. SAWC received this document in 2022. It is unclear whether the spelling or grammatical errors present in it were made by the original author or occurred when it was retyped at a later time. Regardless of their origin, they serve as a reminder of a time before the advent of computers and spellcheckers.

H&W Updates Updates Mar '24 Feb '24 Jan '24 Dec '23 Nov '23 Oct '23 June '23 April '23 March '23 Feb '23 Jan '23 April Update Health and Wellness April 2024 Spring is finally here and we have continued to have good luck with this mild winter! It is a wonderful time of year to see all the new growth popping up from the ground and our trees budding! Let it be an inspiration for us to get outside more and enjoy nature. I hope you are all continuing to do your walking especially when the weather is good. Do not forget to enter your hours under the GLOW. The Health and Wellness Committee completed 20 Comfort Bags for the hospitals in March. They came out awesome and are so appreciated. Once again thank you to all who contributed. Hard to believe that we began our visit to the participants at Silverthorne for over a year now and they are so appreciative and welcoming to us. We visit once a month after our monthly meeting and do an activity for their patrons. Some of us also visit on other days also as we have found this to be so rewarding. We sometimes play games, read and try to do an activity with the participants. This month will be a Spring Theme and I welcome anyone who would like to join us. Maria’s ability to speak Italian has brought such a smile and so much joy to one of the residents. We have fun and have grown attached to this activity. Another project we will be completing for Silverthorne is the Clothing Protectors. As you can imagine it is difficult for some participants with physical limitations to eat and stay neat. I can relate to that also!!! I want to thank 4 women who volunteered to sew these bibs – Sandra Demers, Linda Simmons, Donna Mason and Shamim Calcuttawala. We could never achieve what we have without women stepping up to help. A new project for this year that we have had a bit of trouble getting off the ground is our Caregivers Project. Many of the women in our club are full time caregivers and we recognize that they often need support. We do so much in the community but we also need to be helping our sisters. We are looking for volunteers to assist in this project. Something as little as making a phone call to check in, dropping off a meal or just stopping in to visit can really make an impact in someone’s day. If you can help with this, please let me know @lmolchan@comcast.net . As always, I would hope that we will continue to support each other in any way we can. Wishing you al the best of health and happiness! Happy Spring! March 2024: The month of March will be a very busy time for all. We have 2 big holidays to celebrate (St Patrick’s Day and Easter). Our theme for our Silverthorne visit after our meeting on the 5th will be a St Patrick’s Day activity. Always so much fun and anyone who would like to join us is so welcome! The Health and Wellness Committee will be busy delivering Comfort Bags and working on getting Clothing Protectors made. We also plan to get our Caregivers Program rolling. Stay tuned! Looking up health issues this month, I found one we have not discussed before. National Sleep Awareness Month is observed in March! Adequate sleep is vital for overall health and well-being, yet many people struggle with sleep-related issues such as insomnia, sleep apnea, or restless leg syndrome. In March, organizations and healthcare professionals promote education on good sleep hygiene practices, such as maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, creating a relaxing bedtime routine, and ensuring a comfortable sleep environment. Fostering a greater understanding of the significance of quality sleep is so important. This month we encourage you to prioritize your sleep health for optimal physical and mental functioning. Sleep well! The Health and Wellness Committee wishes you all the best of health and happiness! March Update February Update February, 2024: What a month January was! We have seen every kind of weather and lots of illnesses. A reminder to all to please take care with weather extremes and icy walkways and please stay home if you are not feeling well. The Health and Wellness Committee is excited to move forward into 2024 to reach out and improve the lives of others. During January, we presented donations to Silverthorne for their scholarship program, Up Reach, which provides financial support to those who may not be able to afford to otherwise, Therapeutics for their wonderful work supporting those with disabilities, and The NH Children Trust for their work with supporting families. We continue to support Silverthorne through our volunteer work, and we have found that doing this brings us so much joy. Connie sure can dance! After our February meeting, we will do a Valentine's Day craft with the participants and would love some help! As of the end of January, we will complete and fill the toiletries portion of our comfort bags. Once again thank you all for your contributions! Your generosity is so appreciated. The plan for our February meeting is to put all the clothing articles together and the bags will be ready for us to donate to local hospitals for Sexual Assault patients and some to the Domestic Violence patients. We will continue to work on our new Project, helping our fellow sisters who are full-time caregivers. We will keep everyone informed on this as we gather the information from the surveys. February is heart health month, so please remember that your healthcare provider is your best resource as they know your medical history, but here are the recommended tips. Healthy Diet Manage Stress Regular exercise Know your family history Healthy weight Keep your regular checkups with your provider Do not smoke Limit Alcohol Control Diabetes We can have a healthy conversation about these tips at our February Meeting. Stay Safe! January Update January, 2024: As we welcome this New Year, the Health and Wellness Committee is excited to meet all our resolutions to improve the lives of others. A group of us visited Jeans’ Place in November, and we are excited to share this information with you at our upcoming meetings and we are adding this wonderful place to our Mental Health support. Our next Health and Wellness meeting is scheduled for January 22nd at 1 PM at the Kelly Library. We will bring all the donated toiletry items and fill those bags. We would love more people to join us, as many hands make less work. So, if you are interested, please feel free to join us. We plan to assemble all the clothing items and complete the bags during our February meeting. These bags will be donated to local hospitals for Sexual Assault patients and some of the Domestic Violence patients. We are in the depths of flu season, RSV, and Covid, so please be aware of your health risks and heed the advice of your primary care providers for vaccines. I wish you all the best in Health, Happiness and Joy. Happy New Year to all! December Update December 2023: The Health and Wellness Committee continues to move forward with our mission to spread happiness during this holiday season. Many of us are going to Silverthorne for an hour or two every month to help this facility bring joy to the participants. Due to the closure of 3 adult care centers in NH, they are at maximum volume and can use our assistance. Please consider giving some time as you will receive more than you give. Some of us will also continue to do this after our general meeting so anyone who would like to participate, please join us. The donations for the Comfort Bag Project are greatly appreciated and we should be all set. Some of the socks donated at the last meeting were added to this so we are looking good. The plan will be to put the bags together after the New Year. Some of our members will be touring a new mental health facility that provides housing for homeless clients and we will be excited to share the information at our upcoming meetings. Just a reminder to continue to do your walking for the GLOW Program. We encourage you to get together with a friend and enjoy the outdoors while we can. remember to add your hours on our website under the Health and Wellness section - GLOW. Our committee will not meet during the month of December but will pick up again on Monday January 22nd from 1P – 3P at the Kelly Library in the Breen Conference Room. During the next 6 months we would love to have you join us if you are interested in helping us. Just a reminder to all that we are entering Flu season, RSV season and unfortunately Covid is still around. At this time, we will be attending family gatherings and functions so please if you are ill be mindful of taking precautions. Please follow the advice of your primary care provider for vaccine information. The Health and Wellness Committee sends all our best wishes to our fellow sisters for a Very Happy and Healthy Holiday Season! November Update November 2024: The Health and Wellness Committee is excited to come together for another year of health and happiness. As we plan for the year ahead, watch for opportunities to volunteer at Silverthorne for an hour or two every month to help this facility bring joy to the participants. Sheila Casey is taking the lead on developing a schedule, and please consider giving some time. We will also continue to do this after our general meeting until we have a schedule, so anyone who would like to participate, please join us. November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. This progressive brain disease develops slowly but has a huge impact on those who are living with it, their families, and caregivers. The number of people living with Alzheimer's disease is growing. Therefore, our H&W Committee, in partnership with The Residents of Salem Woods, invites you to join us via Zoom to learn effective approaches to communicate and care for someone with dementia, as well as how to effectively connect with and engage your loved one. Presented by Amber Evans on November 13, 2-2:30 pm. RSVP by November 9 to Brittany Talbot, btalbot@residencesalemwoods.com , 603-890-0580 The donations for the Comfort Bag Project are greatly appreciated, and we only need a few more shampoos, conditioners, and soaps, and we should be all set. The plan will be to put the bags together after the New Year. We have two new Mental Health Projects in the discussion phase, so be on the watch for more information. Please continue to do your walking for the GLOW Program. We encourage you to get together with a friend and enjoy the outdoors while we can. We are not designating a day or time as everyone's schedules are different. Our committee will meet monthly on Mondays from 1P – 3P at the Kelly Library in the Breen Conference Room. The dates for the next 6 months will be 10/23, 11/27, 1/22, 2/26 ,3/25 and 4/29. We would love to have you join us if you are interested in helping us. We have donated to The Salem Caregivers Event, The Upper Room and Kulea so far this year. Lots planned for the coming year and will report monthly at the general meeting. Just a reminder to all that we are entering Flu season, RSV season, and unfortunately, Covid is still around. Please follow the advice of your primary care provider for vaccine information. October Update October 2023: The Health and Wellness Committee is looking forward to another great year. Hard to believe that summer is over, but we did not lay idle and have planned for the year ahead. The committee still visited Silverthorne in July and September and as always it was great fun. Due to the success of our Club's monthly visits, Silverthorne has asked if we might be able to help in a new way, more often. Rather than a large group of our members going once a month, they are asking for volunteers to come, possibly just two at a time, any day of the month for one hour; either from 11:30-12:30 or 2-3pm. For more details call Sheila at 603-479-1553. The last of the Comfort Care Bags were delivered to the Haverhill YWCA Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Staff. They were so appreciative and stressed the need. We will commit to doing this again this year. Our committee will meet on 4th Monday of the month from 1P – 3P at the Kelly Library in the Breen Conference Room. The dates for the next 6 moths will be 10/23, 11/27, 1/22, 2/26 and 3/25. We would love to have anyone join us if you are interested in helping us. We have a few things planned for the coming year and will report monthly at the general meeting. Just a reminder to all that we are entering Flu season, RSV season and unfortunately Covid is still around. Please follow the advice of your primary care provider for vaccine information. June Update June 2023: In support of Mental Health, the Salem Area Women’s Club sponsors an event that the Center for Life Management is holding on June 8th at the Atkinson Country Club. We have 14 members attending this event, and Ginger Zee from ABC Good Morning America and Chief Meteorologist-ABC will be the featured speaker. Four women will be able to attend a private reception with Ginger Zee. Their names were selected by a raffle at our Health and Wellness Meeting held on May 8th. The lucky women are: Maureen DiPalma, Marsha Roy, Cindy Hunzelman and Maureen Hanlon. We will also have a networking table at this event where we can highlight the SAWC. We will visit Silverthorne Adult Care after our June meeting to do a fun summer project. We will take July and August off. Just a reminder as we enter summer. With the great weather, there are a few things we definitely want to avoid. I am sure you have heard this a thousand times, but prevention is the best method of avoiding these issues. Sunburn—To avoid this, wear sunscreen and cover up when out in the sun for long periods of time. Applying sunscreen 20 minutes before going out is the best! Mosquito and tick bites – These little creatures carry blood borne illnesses that we fear. Wearing bug repellent is critical to keep these insects at bay. Remember that Ticks must be latched on to the body for 24 hrs. to transmit bacteria so removal asap is important. Disinfect the area with some rubbing alcohol and use some fine tweezers to remove the tick by grabbing as close to the head as possible and firmly pulling back. Do not twist as you remove. You never want to split the tick leaving the head in your skin. Once removed again apply rubbing alcohol to disinfect the area. If you develop a rash at the bite site, headache, fever and muscle soreness call your physician right away. Many physicians will prescribe prophylaxis with antibiotics if you suspect the tick was on you for a long period of time. Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac – Rashes caused by these plants are due to an allergic reaction. If you are exposed to one of these and know you react you need to wash the area immediately to avoid the discomfort these rashes cause. The Health and Wellness Committee wishes you all a safe and happy summer! April Update April 2023: Spring is almost here, and we have had good luck with this mild winter! The latest March storm was a reminder of what winter is usually like here in New England. My flowers are poking up already. We began our visits to the participants at Silverthorne in March and they welcomed us to visit once a month and do an activity for their participants. We really had a great time there and Sheila, Maria and I did 3 activities with the participants who were very engaged. We played a game, read a story and colored shamrocks. Maria’s ability to speak Italian was so appreciated by one of the ladies and the smile she gave when listening to Maria was worth a thousand words. Thank you, Maria! I am hoping we can continue to do this every month after our meeting. The plan for April will be an Easter Theme. Connie has come up with a craft idea already and we will do another game to add some physical activity and we will read an Easter story. It really is a fun and rewarding experience. So, if anyone is interested, please let me know and plan to join us after the meeting on April 4th. The walking Club has met with bad weather for the past few weeks, but we will continue to do group walks meeting at the rail trail near the parking lot of the Tuscan Kitchen Restaurant on Wednesday mornings at 9AM. We are open to walking in different areas also. If you are walking on your own, please document your hours on our website or send to me at lmolchan@comcast.net . The Health and Wellness Committee is having a meeting on March 27th at 1PM. We will meet at Centerpoint Church and will be discussing future projects. We welcome any ideas from our membership. This is your club and we want it to be representative of the women involved. Wishing you all good health and happiness and a very blessed Easter! March 2023 Spring is around the corner, and I hope you are all enjoying this mild winter. Prior to covid, SAWC had an ongoing Club Service Project wherein we would visit Silverthorne Adult Day Center in Salem each month, immediately following our monthly General Membership Meeting. We would like to reactivate this project, starting this month, Tuesday, March 7th. The purpose is to provide and execute an activity with the residents who attend Silverthorne and add some extra sunshine to their day. For March we'll do a St. Patrick's Day activity with them. It will be fun!! Right after our meeting, we will gather together, then drive to Silverthorne (23 Geremonty Drive, between Salem Town Hall and Boys & Girls Club). We'll be there until 3:30ish. We hope you'll join us for this fun and rewarding Service Project! Any further questions, email lmolchan@comcast.net Way to GLOW Walking Club is a program by our Health & Wellness Committee. This is a great group or individual activity that all members can easily participate in. It is recommended that you only need to exercise 30 minutes a day to make a difference in your health. As a club we can do activities together like walk outside at a community trail, at the mall inside when weather is cold or rainy OR incorporate exercise into a meeting. Anyone who would prefer can walk inside your home for thirty minutes. Many of us walk on our own already so we are off to a great start! The Walking Club had its first walk on February 15th and it was lots of fun. We would like to continue to do group walks, meeting at the rail trail near the parking lot of the Tuscan Kitchen Restaurant. The plan is Wednesday mornings at 9am. We are open to walking in different areas also. If you are walking on your own, please document your hours on our website or send to me at lmolchan@comcast.net It's quick and easy to enter on our website: on home page click on 'What we do' tab > Health and Wellness > under 'Current Projects' click on 'Way to Glow!' button, then complete log. Salem Area Women’s Club donates “comfort bags” for sexual assault victims. Connie and I delivered the Comfort Bags to Parkland Hospital, and they were very much appreciated. Thank you to all who have contributed to this project. The Bags going to Holy Family will be delivered in March. Pictured below are Pam of Parkland Hospital, Connie O’Connell of the Salem Area Women’s Club, and the comfort bags. Linda Molchan is taking the picture. March Update February Update February 2023: We have been invited by the State Health and Wellness Community Service Program Chairman to participate in their “Way to GLOW“ Walking Club starting in January 2023. This can be a great group or individual activity that all members can easily participate in. It is recommended that you only need to exercise 30 minutes a day to make a difference in your health. As a club we can do activities together like walk outside at a community trail, at the mall inside when weather is cold or rainy OR incorporate exercise into a meeting. Anyone who would prefer can walk inside your home for thirty minutes. Many of us walk on our own already so we are off to a great start! Each Club will need a Club member to be a Walk Club Leader to schedule walks, document the Club members activities, hours and to report Club activities during 2023. I am looking for volunteers to take on this responsibility to schedule a group walk once a month. We can all take turns doing this. There will put a spot on our website to document your hours and I will be happy to submit totals to the state. If you are not using our website, you can email me your hours and I will include them. lmolchan@comcast.net This is a great way to get involved in a state activity and for us all to have some fun and improve our health. The following is directly from the State Chairman: “We are hoping for 100% participation! Let’s start 2023 off right with bees buzzing! We all could use a little more Glimmer and glow in our lives.” January Update January 2023: December was a busy time and the Health and Wellness Committee completed 2 projects to support Sexual Assault Survivors and Domestic Violence Families. The Sexual Assault Project was completed. This involved putting together Comfort Sacks that contained new clothing and toilet articles for women to use after medical exams in the Emergency Department Twenty Sacks have been completed to be given to 2 hospitals in the greater Salem NH Area. Club members have donated most of these items and it is through your generosity that this project has been successful. The second project completed was supporting 4 families who are fleeing domestic violence. Many articles of clothing and household items were donated by club members and a 200 gift Card to Walmart was given to each family to use towards clothing, food needs, and hopefully a Christmas gift for the children. These items were given to the YWCA to distribute to the families as their locations are kept confidential. We thank club members for their generous support. A new project will begin in 2023. The GFWC NH Health and Wellness Community Service Program Chairman is inviting all GFWC NH Clubs to participate in the “Way to Glow” Walking Club starting in January 2023. This can be done in groups or as individuals, and it is a great way to exercise and improve your health. We will discuss this at our next meeting, and I have ideas on how everyone can participate.

New Member Application We are excited for you to join Salem Area Women's Club GFWC. Membership Application Form Please take a few moments to complete our Membership Application and submit payment with one of these two options: 1. You may download the word doc or pdf to print, complete, and mail or bring to next meeting with payment. -OR- 2. Use the online form below as well as pay online via credit card. Dues Dues are $30.00* for the year. Our fiscal year is July 1 through June 30. Note: If paid online or via credit card there is a $1 processing fee. Your dues payment enrolls you in all three GFWC organizations: Salem Area Women's Club GFWC ($12) GFWC-NH ($3) GFWC International ($15) Questions? Please don't hesitate to contact us any time: Patti, President 603-818-9172 Loren, VP/Membership 603-401-4329 Application .pdf SAWC Membership Application First Name Email Last Name Phone You do not need to be a resident of NH to join! However, we focus our funding activities in our area. Street Address City State Zip code Birthdate This information is used for demographic purposes only. A lady never reveals her age! Birthday This information is used for recognizing your birthday within the organization. Business or Organization Affiliations Sponsor (not required) Emergency Contact Name Emergency Contact Number For each question, please select all that apply Why do you want to join? Community Service Meet new people Socialize Want to help Other Please select your areas of interest: Arts & Culture Civic Engagement & Outreach Education & Libraries Environment Health & Wellness Hospitality Committee Nomination Committee Phone Committee Book Club Indoor Walking Club Movie Club How did you find out about us? Facebook Friend/Word of Mouth Printed Media Other Non-Profit Organizations Our Website Search Engine Social Media other than Facebook Other Go to Checkout Tell us about your past education, work experiences, etc Tell us about you. What motivates you? What are you passionate about? What is your superpower? What are you really good at? Annual Yearbook Each year the club produces a yearbook that contains members' contact information and a photo. Please upload a headshot that you'd like us to use. Make sure to save the photo file with your first and last name If you don't have a headshot, send us a photo of yourself that you like, and we'll try to use it. Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Photo Release I authorize the Salem Area Women's Club (SAWC) to use and reproduce photographs of me taken during SAWC events without compensation. I understand that these photographs may be used alone or in conjunction with other pictures, still or moving, sketches, and in any medium, including, but not limited to, SAWC's website, newsletters, social media, brochures, newspapers, and other printed materials. All negatives and prints shall constitute the property of the Salem Area Women's Club. I accept these terms & conditions I DO NOT accept these terms & conditions Please input your initials and date affirming that you've read and understood the Photo Release Initials Todays date

GFWC History Overview GFWC clubs and clubwomen are the heart of not only the Federation but the communities in which they live and work. By Living the Volunteer Spirit, GFWC clubwomen transform lives each day, not simply with monetary donations but with hands-on, tangible projects that provide immediate impact. With a grassroots approach that often thinks locally but impacts globally, GFWC, its clubs, and its members remain committed to serving as a force for global good, as it has done since its formation. With more than 60,000 members in affiliated clubs in every state, the District of Columbia, and more than a dozen countries, GFWC members work in their own communities to support the arts, preserve natural resources, advance education, promote healthy lifestyles, encourage civic involvement, and work toward world peace and understanding. Mission The General Federation of Women’s Clubs is an international women’s organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service. GFWC is proud to work side-by-side with several dynamic and impactful organizations. Together, we work to improve our communities and better our world. Canine Companions Heifer International Hope for Justice Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) March of Dimes Operation Smile St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Shot@Life U.S. Fund For UNICEF Our Story Founded in 1890, GFWC’s roots can be traced back to 1868 when Jane Cunningham Croly, a professional journalist, attempted to attend a dinner at an all-male press club honoring British novelist Charles Dickens. Croly was denied admittance based upon her gender, and in response, formed a woman’s club—Sorosis. In celebration of Sorosis’ 21st anniversary in 1889, Jane Croly invited women’s clubs throughout the United States to pursue the cause of federation by attending a convention in New York City. On April 24, 1890, 63 clubs officially formed the General Federation of Women’s Clubs by ratifying the GFWC constitution. Since 1890, GFWC’s impact has been felt throughout communities across the United States and the globe. GFWC Headquarters It’s not just an office, it’s a home. GFWC Headquarters is a National Historic Landmark located at 1734 N Street, NW in Washington D.C. The building became GFWC’s official headquarters in 1922, and its historic Victorian style has been maintained through generous contributions from members and friends. Headquarters serves as the working office for the GFWC International President and staff , but it is so much more. It is also the home of the Women’s History and Resource Center , which collects, preserves, interprets, and promotes the history of the GFWC and women volunteers. Headquarters is the literal home to the GFWC International President during her two-year administration, with residences occupying 1734’s upper floors. Headquarters hosts events, such as the annual Women’s History Month event and Holiday Open House, and the property houses the popular Iron Gate Inn Restaurant . Finally, as a National Historic Landmark, GFWC Headquarters is a snapshot in time. The beautifully decorated rooms, furniture, and historical collections are certainly worth a visit ! View More Footer

top Join Us Two ways to join right now. Join online Download, fill out the form, and mail it to us Membership Application SAWC is looking for new members just like YOU! We invite you to check us out on Facebook (see photos of us in action) or drop in as our guest at a club meeting. We meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday (except July and August), with a social hour from 11:30 – 12:30 and a business meeting from 12:30-1:30. Check our calendar for the location of our meeting. Annual dues are only $30 for our 2025-2026 year, which includes membership in all three organizations (GFWC local, State, and International). Member benefits also include access to several varied scholarships. We can't wait to meet you, so get in touch with us today: Email: SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com Call or text: 603-818-9172 Facebook: Salem NH Woman’s Club Member Benefits Contribute to the quality of life in your neighborhood and community Gain a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in doing good Participate in interesting, informative, and inspiring programs Explore and sharpen your skills that can lead to personal and professional development Expand your network of contacts, both professional and personal Build lifelong friendships Scholarship opportunities for you and/or your family Have fun! Extra-curricular activities include Book Club, Chick Flicks, Luncheons, Dinners, etc. Discounts: Avis, Budget, Collette Guided Tours, Cruises Only, Hotel Engine, and many more! Getting into good trouble Membership Application

Member Discounts GWFC 1800 Member Call Center: 1-800-MEMBERS (636-2377), M-F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Be sure to check the GFWC website for any additions or changes. Start Hearing Benefits Start Hearing Benefits helps you find the best solution for your hearing needs and lifestyle – at the best value. GFWC Members and their families receive: *Discounts up to 48% on today’s latest technology, including hearing aids and tinnitus options *Free annual hearing consultations *Access to a nationwide network of 3,000+ hearing professionals *Three-year supply of free batteries (40 cells per hearing aid purchased per year) *One year of free office visits (limit of six) *60-day risk-free trial period *Free Deluxe Warranty Plan, including loss and damage *Financing plans available (subject to credit approval) With Start Hearing, their Hearing Care Advisors are with you each step of the way. To find out more and to schedule your hearing consultation, visit www.starthearing.com/partners/gfwc. ODP Business Solutions™ Your GFWC Office Depot® Member Benefits Program, previously Office Depot Business Solutions Division, has been rebranded to ODP Business Solutions™. This exciting evolution allows the program to be more agile and innovative. You’ll receive savings of up to 75% on the Best Value List of preferred products with free next-business-day delivery* or pick up your online order via in-store and curbside pickup.** To continue to receive your member discounts, you’ll need to re-enroll or register for an account through our dedicated ODP site. Member Options (Insurance) - Auto and Home Insurance - Everyone likes options. Member Options gives you the power to choose all while saving you time and money. Get quotes from top-rated insurance carriers on Auto, Home, Renters, Pet insurance, and more in a matter of minutes. Answer a few simple questions online or over the phone with our licensed insurance experts to compare multiple options that meet your specific needs. Review and choose what’s best for you, or call 833-378-8224. - Pet Insurance - Your pet is a part of your family and you want them to always be happy and healthy. Member Options can help you manage high veterinary bills and ensure that your pet gets the care they need. Review and choose what’s best for you, or call 833-378-8224. Gallagher Travel Services GFWC members have access to exclusive travel savings from car rentals, hotels, and ticketing discounts to condos, villas, guided tours, and group travel packages. Find exclusive savings from brands like Avis, Wyndham, and member-exclusive hotel discount aggregators. Check back often for new providers and promotions. Whether you simply want to get from here to there or make your dream vacation a reality, GFWC members have all the tools right at your fingertips. Book now!

GFWC Structure Local Level GFWC is comprised of nearly 3,000 local clubs. Each club elects officers and works independently on various projects in its community. New Hampshire has 22 local clubs. State State Level GFWC has members in each of the 50 states. State Federations host individual conferences each spring. County and district levels are contained within the state level. These two Federation categories vary from state to state; some states choose not to have county and district levels, whereas other states contain multiple counties and districts. New Hampshire has a District Level of Leadership. GFWC regions GFWC Consists of 8 Regions New Hampshire, along with Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont, is a member of the GFWC New England Region. Each region holds an annual conference in the fall, separate from the GFWC Annual Convention. Officers are elected for each region every two years. GFWC Great Lakes Region GFWC Middle Atlantic Region GFWC Mississippi Valley Region GFWC New England Region GFWC South Central Region GFWC Southeastern Region GFWC Southern Region GFWC Western States Region International GFWC is International GFWC is a community service organization with many levels of leadership and membership. The Executive Committee, led by the GFWC International President, represents GFWC members on a national scale. Each elected Executive Committee member serves a two-year term in her position and is then eligible to run for the next highest office. The exceptions are the Director of Junior Clubs and Parliamentarian, who are appointed by the President. During her administration, the GFWC International President lives at GFWC Headquarters in Washington D.C. GFWC Footer

2025-2026 Membership Renewal We hope you’re enjoying your membership! Thank you for your invaluable contribution as a Salem Area Women’s Club-GFWC member during the 2024-2025 year. The SAWC year is July 1 to June 30. As we gear up for our 2025-2026 year, it's time to remind you to renew your membership. The Annual Dues rate is still only $30. We hope you’ll continue to be a part of our dynamic organization of do-gooders! For our newest members who joined between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025, we prorate your dues in your second year to bring you into our fiscal cycle. Here is the prorated schedule for this upcoming '25-26 year for those who've joined since July 2024. If you are unsure of what month you joined, or have any questions at all, please call SAWC Treasurer, Cindy Hunzelman, (603) 548-5418. This chart shows amount due for the month joined. * = discounted amount if paid by June 30, 2025 2024 Jul: $25*/$30 | Aug: $22*/$27 | Sep: $20*/$25 | Oct: $18*/$23 | Nov: $16*/$21 | Dec: $14*/$19 2025 Jan: $12*/$17 | Feb: $10*/$15 | Mar: $8*/13 | Apr $6*/$11 | May $4*/$9 ** For credit card transactions, a flat handling fee of $1 is charged, which is displayed in the payment area at the bottom of this page. To finalize your renewal, please complete all the following sections. About You Get Involved Photo Release Yearbook Photo Annual Dues Payment About You Get Involved Photo Release Yearbook Annual Dues Payment About You First Name Email Would you like a reminder phone call before membership meetings? * Yes No Last Name Best Phone for you Type of Phone Choose an option Address same as last year. No need to fill in this section Street Address Street Address Line 2 City State Zip Code Get Involved We hope all our members will actively participate in one of the following areas. Please consider selecting more than one! The more help we have, the better we can serve our communities. Please select your area(s) of interest: Arts & Culture Civic Engagement & Outreach Communication & Public Relations Education & Libraries Enviornment Health & Wellness Hospitality Committee Phone Committee I authorize the Salem Area Women's Club (SAWC) to use and reproduce photographs of me taken during SAWC events without compensation. I understand that these photographs may be used alone or in conjunction with other pictures (still or moving), sketches, and in any medium, including, but not limited to, SAWC's website, newsletters, social media, brochures, newspapers, yearbooks, and other printed materials. All negatives and prints shall constitute the property of the Salem Area Women's Club. Please select one after reading the above statements: I grant authorization stated above. I DO NOT grant authority Please input your initials and date affirming that you've read and understood the Photo Release Initials Today's Date Photo Release Yearbook Each year the club produces a yearbook that contains members' contact information and a photo. If you would like to submit a different image from the one we used last year, please upload it using the button below. We'll do our best to use the new picture. Make sure to save the photo file with your first and last name If you don't have a headshot, send us a photo of yourself that you like, and we'll try to use it Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Annual Dues We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your invaluable contribution as a member of the Salem Area Women’s Club-GFWC during the 2024-2025 year. As we gear up for the 2025-2026 year, we kindly ask that you remember to pay your annual dues. Thank you! Please select your annual dues payment. These prices include a $1.00 processing to pay via credit card. For new members who joined within the past year, this chart reflects prorated amount due based on the month joined. Annual Renewal Dues Payment - $31.00 July '24 - $26 Aug '24 - $23 Sep '24 - $21 Oct '24 - $19 Nov '24 - $17 Dec '24 - $15 Jan '25 - $13 Feb '25 - $11 Mar '25 - $9 Apr '25 - $7 May ’25 - $5 Submit Form & Go to Checkout Thanks for submitting!

Scholarships Eligibility: Any SAWC-GFWC NH member, their child, or grandchild may apply. Member must be in current good standing, having maintained paid membership for at least two years; attended at least 3 meetings per year; and performed a minimum of 10 hours of volunteering. The applicant must be pursuing a post-secondary education or beyond to further their career path. Limits are one per person per lifetime; one per member family per year. Amount: Up to $500 per individual Scholarship may be awarded per year. The maximum total funding per year is $5000. First priority is given to members. If there are more than 10 applicants, the $5000 will be divided equally among the total number of applicants. If there are less than ten (10), the unused funds will remain in the Scholarship fund for future years. The applicant shall request a SAWC-GFWC NH Scholarship Application form to be completed and submitted as instructed on the form between March 1 and June 1. Process: Once the application is reviewed for eligibility validation, the applicant is notified to mail a copy of the transcript of their next semester’s passing grades to the Education Committee. A check will be mailed to you upon receipt of the transcript. Application

2024 Meeting Minutes May 2024 April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 Minutes of the General Meeting May 7, 2024 Call to Order: Today’s meeting theme was “Let’s Fiesta at the May General Meeting”. There were Mexican snacks and refreshments during the social hour of the meeting as well as dancing around the Mexican hat and breaking open the pinata! Ole! The meeting was called to order at 12:30 with 49 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. Guests: Kristen Klecan guest of Margaret Fuller Special Guest Speakers: John Seeman & the Salem High School Robotics Team and Rob Hannon, President of Field of Dreams Park, Salem, NH Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Moment of Silence- For member Helen Villemeire who passed on 4/24, Sandy Demers’s husband who passed on 5/2, and Sheila Casey’s husband who passed on 5/7. May Birthdays – Birthdays were celebrated for Paula Senia, Melody Pelletier, Marilyn Hamel, Elaine Sincavage, Ann Rowe, Darlene Danielle, Peg Parrot and Karyn Emerson. President: Patti Drelick welcomed all the members and introduced GFWC-NH President, Beth Roth to speak on the upcoming Annual Meeting and Unity Awards presentation dinner on May 17-18, 2024. Beth also reported that the GFWC International President Deb Strahanoski will be the guest speaker at the event. Patti informed the members that one of our Club’s Unity Award Nominees has won under the Education and Libraries category. Deb Fauth and Nancy D’Agostino who will be giving their award to Salem Family Resources. Patti also thanked all the members that donated feminine products for the Women’s VA Center in Manchester. Vice President- Rachel Kingston, thanked everyone and stated it was her honor and pleasure to serve as Vice President for the 2022-2024 term. Recording Secretary- Norma Lapointe stated that the March and April Minutes were e-mailed to all members before the meeting. Marilyn Susek made a motion to approve the March minutes. The motion was seconded. Kathy Scalia made a motion to approve the April minutes. The motion was seconded. March and April minutes were approved. Corresponding Secretary- Sandy reported that Sympathy cards were sent to Sandy Demers and Sheila Casey. A Get-Well card was sent to Connie O’Connell. Thank you cards were received from Bridging the Horizon and NH Continued on page 2 SAWC General Meeting Minutes May 7, 2024 continued Women in Service, for our monetary donations. A thank you card was received from Sandy Demers for our thoughtfulness on her husband’s passing and from Lois Mireles for the Flower Hugs she received. Treasurer- Cindy Hunzelman reported that the income for the month was $209.73, expenditures for the month were $8,204.93 and the balance of the operating checking account is at $20,495.64. The total of all cash accounts is currently $88,702.00. New Member Initiation-Five new members were initiated by President Patti Drelick. The new members are Dianne Chapdelaine sponsored by Donna Mason, Cindy Curd sponsored by Joanne Cuomo, Mary Daniell sponsored by Shamim Calcuttawala, Dee Stikeman sponsored by Kathy Redmond and Margaret Fuller sponsored by Maria Baribeau. Arts & Culture- Rob Hannon, President of Field of Dreams spoke of the upgrades at the park, long range goals of replacing the playground, concert calendar, and ribbon cutting of the new pavilion. He was presented with a $2,000 check towards the upgrade efforts. Civic Engagement- Laura Andolino thanked the members that brought in feminine products for the Women’s VA Center. Environment: Anne Reynolds reported that the SAWC garden on the Rail Trail is looking great and there will be a spring planting May 22, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. She also thanked all the volunteers that came out for the Town Clean up on April 11, 2024. Education & Libraries- Rob Seeman and the Salem High School Robotics team members spoke of the program at the High School and the competitions they compete in. A $1,000 check was presented and the team invited the SAWC to send a representative to their Team Gala on 6/3/24. Nominating Committee- Dolores VanBlarcom introduced the Nominating Committee and reported that 63 ballots were cast for the 2024-2026 elections. All candidates were voted in for the new term. President- Patti Drelick Recording Secretary- Elaine Sincavage Vice President- Jaimie Baker Corresponding Secretary- Shamim Calcuttawala Treasurer- Cindy Hunzelman Nominating Committee Laura Andolino Rachel Kingston Joanne Cuomo Connie O’Connell Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the May General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:33 Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary Minutes of the General Meeting April 2, 2024 Call to Order: Today’s meeting theme was a “Cultural Celebration” with members preparing delicacies from their various ethnic backgrounds for a delicious buffet, and a DJ with festive music for all to partake in dancing. The meeting also included featured guests for “Spotlight on Arts & Culture Committee.” Festivities began at 11:45 with music and dancing. President, Patti Drelick welcomed all and called the meeting to order at 12:05 with 51 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. Guests: Cindy Curd guest of Joanne Cuomo, Nancy Easley guest of Susan Mothon, Margaret Fuller guest of Maria Baribeau, and Sara Gieryn guest of Julie Weymouth. Special Guests: Sue McLoughlin of SCTV, Tommy Demers of Get Down Tonight Entertainment, Jennifer Onello of Merrimack Valley Philharmonic, Joe Munday of Salem High School Performing Arts Program, Chrissy Caron of Arts Academy of NH, and Kelly LaBlond and Aimye Haroutonian of Birches Academy of Academics & Arts. Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. April Birthdays – Birthdays were celebrated for Bobby Coffey, Sandy Demers, Marian Vollmer, Kathy Moreschi, Danielle Rish, Kathie Redmond, Brittany Talbot, Betty Gay and Beth Roth. President: Patti Drelick welcomed all and thanked the members for all the Easter candy donations at the previous meeting which enabled the Club to donate 307 Easter eggs to children in Salem, Pelham and Derry who participate in the End 68 Hours of Hunger Program. GFWC-NH President, Beth Roth was introduced and spoke and urged Members to attend the upcoming Annual Meeting and Unity Awards presentation dinner on May 17-18, 2024. Spotlight on Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo and Shamim Calcuttawala thanked the Committee members for all their hard work in putting together today’s Cultural Celebration. They spoke of the Organizations that the SAWC supported during the year and presented donations to the Organization guests that were present: Salem High School Performing Arts $500, ~Birches Academy of Academics and Arts $500, ~Arts Academy of NH $500, and the ~NH Philharmonic Orchestra $500. Creative Writing Contest Winners were announced: Short Story Category 1st Place- Maria Baribeau, 2nd Place- Shamim Calcuttawala, 3rd Place- Karen McKallagat. Poetry Category 1st Place Susan Hopkins. All winners received gift cards as prize awards. After the spotlight on Arts & Culture concluded, raffles were drawn and prize baskets representing cultural backgrounds were awarded as prizes to the members. Environment: Anne Reynolds reminded members of the upcoming Salem Town Clean-up on April 11, 2024, from 10:00-12:00. Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the April General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary Minutes of the General Meeting March 5, 2024 Call to Order: President, Patti Drelick, welcomed all, and a special welcome to Beth Roth, Madame President GFWC-NH. The meeting was called to order at 12:22 with 48 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. Today’s meeting was featured as a “Spotlight on Education and Libraries.” Guests: Veronica Shelley guest of Sue Raymond, Joyce Crocco guest of President, Patti Drelick, Special Guests: David Voegele of Salem Family Resources and Sue McLoughlin of SCTV. Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. March Birthdays: Birthdays were celebrated for Maria Camerlengo, Saphya Lotery, Audrey Mosher, Connie O’Connell, Ann O’Sullivan, Lori Perry, Karen Roulston, Roseanne Silver, and Deb Slein. New Member Initiation: Members present for Initiation were: Elaine Sincavage, Karyn Emerson, Kathy Marullo, and Amy Moldoff. Vice President: Rachel Kingston reported that we have one new member, Danielle Risch bringing the new total to 110 members. The LEADS candidate chosen for GFWC-NH is Donna Maskwa. Recording Secretary: Norma Lapointe stated that the February 6, 2024 Minutes were emailed to all members before the meeting. Sue Phillips made a motion to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded. The minutes were approved. Corresponding Secretary: Sandy Carlson reported that the Club received thank you’s from the following: Flower Hug Project- Derry Police Department, Greystone Farms Staff and Residents, and Brittany Talbot of The Residences at Salem Woods. Poll Worker’s Snack Baskets- Town of Hampstead. Monetary Donations- Merrimack Valley Philharmonic, End 68 Hours of Hunger- Derry, End 68 Hours of Hunger Pelham, Hope Center Food Pantry and Bridging the Horizon. Scholarship Request- A request was received from Audrey Mosher’s granddaughter. Various cards were sent to the following members: Thinking of You, Suzanne Labreque, and Roseanne Silver. Get Well to Susan Raymond, Claire Brugnani, and, Jean Malisos. Sympathy to Maureen DiPalma. Eighteen Well Wishes were delivered to Weston Moss and Twenty-Nine Valentine/Random Acts of Kindness cards to Meals on Wheels. A Thank You was received from Susan Raymond for flowers and a card. Treasurer: Cindy Hunzelman reported the balance in the Operating checking account was $34,592.08 and the total of all the cash accounts on 2/29/24 was $102,275.90. The income for the month was $1,094.83 and the expenditures were $8,161.11. Honorary Member: Jean Malisos was presented with her pin and certificate today. Education & Libraries Spotlight: Highlights for today’s spotlight were: In honor of Women’s History Month, Susan Mothon, a member of SAWC and the Salem Historical Society performed a narration on the life of Alice Hall, the Head Salem Librarian from 1924 to 1966. David Voegele, the Executive Director from Salem Family Resources was a guest speaker for today’s spotlight and was presented with a $500 donation from the SAWC. Darlene Daniele thanked all the Committee Members for their efforts during the year on the completed projects and commented on the upcoming donations and events: Meet the Author- There will be one more event at the Kelly Library during the April school vacation. Scholarship Donations- There will be a $250 donation to Dollars for Scholars and $500 SAWC to any applicant who meets the requirements for the donation. Library Appreciation Week- A donation will be given to the Kelly Library during the week of April 7-13. NH Birdie Blast/Salem Family Resources- SAWC donated $1250.00 to be a Co-Sponsor of the fundraising event for Salem Family Resources in their efforts to raise $10,000 for their organization. Salem HS First Robotics Team 6324- A donation of $1000 will be given towards their program. Pinwheel Gardens- Pinwheels will be placed after the April 2nd meeting at the Haigh School and Centerpoint Church. Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo reported the main focus of the committee is the upcoming April Spotlight Meeting, celebrating “Taste Around the World.” If you would like to contribute a favorite ethnic dish for this event, please fill out the orange flyer on the table. Tickets to see Beautiful, the Carole King Musical on April 20th at the Palace Theatre are available for purchase, please see Joanne for details. Civic Engagement & Outreach: Sign-up sheets are available at this meeting for the Homeland Heroes Great Gatsby Gala on April 27th at Castleton Center. Health & Wellness: Linda Molchan thanked several of the members for their sewing efforts on the Comfort Bags, and reported there will be a program of Sisters Helping Sisters for our Members who are full-time caregivers for their loved ones. Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the March General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary Minutes of the General Meeting February 6, 2024 Call to Order: President, Patti Drelick, welcomed all, and a special welcome to Beth Roth, Madame President GFWC-NH. The meeting was called to order at 12:48 with 53 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. Today’s meeting was featured as a Valentine’s Party meeting. Thanks were given to all members who brought in snacks for the Poll Workers that were distributed on January 23, 2024, to Salem, Pelham, Atkinson, and Hampstead polling sites. Members were also thanked for today’s donations to complete the Health & Wellness project of Comfort Bags. Cards were signed by the members today for Random Acts of Kindness Day and will be distributed to the Rockingham Nutrition Program and Weston Moss. A special thank you to Peg Parrot for making the Valentine’s dessert for today’s meeting and the entire Hospitality Committee for all their hard work in the setup of the meeting. One new member joined in January, Dianne Chapdelaine, now bringing the membership total to 109. Guests: Danielle Risch guest of Sarah Friend and Sue Buonnano guest of Stephanie Stone. Special Guests: Doug Devine, Director of EMS at the Salem Fire Department, and Mike Gordon, Salem EMS Coordinator were both present to receive a donation of $1,000 from the Club as well as present a Hands-Only CPR workshop immediately following today’s Club meeting. Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. February Birthdays: Birthdays were celebrated for Maria Baribeau, Susan Hopkins, Reanna Lombardozzi, Karen McKallagat, Katie Monteiro, Kelly Moss, Sue Phillips, and Pam Wellman. Recording Secretary: Norma Lapointe stated that the January 9, 2024 Minutes were emailed to all members before the meeting. Shamim Calcuttawala made a motion to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded. The minutes were approved. Corresponding Secretary : Sandy Carlson reported that we received thank you’s from the following: Caregiver Holiday Treat Hugs Project- Pelham Good Neighbor Fund. We Care Emergency Bags- Lois Mireles and Stephan Ciulla. Hampstead Historical Society- Monetary donation of $250. NH Children’s Trust- Monetary donation of $500. Flower Hug Project- M. Elaine Benedict and Sharon Wooster. Various cards were sent to the following members: Thinking of You to Patti Drelick, President, Kelly Moss, and Bev Johnson. Happy Birthday to Weston Moss and Get Well to Helen Villemaire. A Thank You was received from Rachel Kingston, Vice President for flowers and a Get Well card. Treasurer: Cindy Hunzelman reported the balance in the Operating checking account was $41,658.36 and the total of all the cash accounts on 1/31/24 was $109,091.99 The income for the month was $246.87 and the expenditures were $5,237.50 Honorary Member Pinning Ceremony : Honorary members present to receive their pins and certificates today were Sandy Demers, Dolly Falco, Audrey Mosher, and Marilyn Suszek. Unity Award Nominations: Patti reported our Club has nominated seven individuals for the following CSP program areas; GFWC Arts & Culture – NH Academy of the Arts, GFWC Civic Engagement & Outreach – James Carey, St. Ann’s Community Outreach, GFWC Education & Libraries – Deb Fauth and Nancy D’Agostino, GFWC Environment – Larry Belair, GFWC Health & Wellness – Jessica Szweda, GFWC Advocates for Children – Bridging the Horizon, and GFWC Domestic & Sexual Violence Awareness and Prevention – Bethany Cottrell, Brigid’s House of Hope. Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo reported the main focus of the committee is the upcoming April Spotlight Meeting, celebrating “Taste Around the World.” If you would like to contribute a favorite ethnic dish for this event, please fill out the orange flyer on the table. Plans are developing for a group to go to the Palace Theater to see Beautiful-The Carole King Musical. More details to follow. Civic Engagement & Outreach: Deb Slein reported that the following donations have been completed in February: End 68 Hours of Hunger (Derry)- Granola Bars and Monetary donation of $550, End 68 Hours of Hunger (Salem)- Cleaning Supplies of $750, Homeland Heroes- Blue Star Sponsor of $500 for the upcoming Gala Fundraiser, and Pelham Police Dept. Appreciation Snack Bags of $200. Health & Wellness : Linda Molchan reported that the H&W Committee will be going to Silverthorne after this meeting to read a Valentine story and do a Valentine activity. Linda is coordinating a “Towel Bib Project” for Silverthorne residents. Sewers are needed for this project. Please contact Linda for details. Linda also briefly spoke of heart health for February Heart Health Month. Education & Libraries: Darlene Daniele reported that the next “Meet the Author” event at the Kelley Library will take place on February 29, 2024. Local author Julie Nichole will be reading her children’s book “In My Heart.” SAWC Scholarship applications will become available on March 1, 2023. Please see the website for details and applications. The SAWC has been invited as V.I.P. guests by the Salem High School Robotics Team to the Robotics Competition on March 1st & 2nd. If any member is interested in attending, please see Darlene for details. Communications & PR: The 2023-2024 Yearbook will be distributed to all members today. Environment: The next committee meeting will be on February 29, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Nominating Committee: Dolores Van Blarcom, Immediate Past President introduced the Nominating Committee and spoke of the nominating sheets on the tables along with the officer duties from the Policies and Procedures of the Club. Nominating sheets should be turned in to the Nominating Committee by 2/29/24. Ballots for the upcoming election will be mailed out the first week in April. Hands-Only CPR Demonstration: Today immediately following the meeting. Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the February General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary Minutes of the General Meeting January 9, 2024 Call to Order: President, Patti Drelick, called the meeting to order at 12:15 with 37 members in attendance. The attendance sheet is attached to this document when filing for records. Today’s meeting was featured as a Hot Cocoa Social and spotlight on Civic Engagement. Thanks were given to all members who brought in snacks for the Poll Workers to be distributed on January 23, 2024, for the NH Primary Election. Members were also thanked for baked goods that were collected and donated last month for the Caregiver Holiday Treat Hugs. Guests: Gay Newman guest of Maria Doyle, Katie LeClerc and Jean Manthorne guests of Susan Mothon, Diane Chapdelaine guest of Donna Mason, and Susan McLoughlin of SCTV. Special Guest : Doug Devine, Director of EMS at the Salem Fire Department. Collect and Pledge of Allegiance: Patti invited all members to stand and recite the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. January Birthdays: Birthdays were celebrated for Christina Baroni, Georgette Cutress, Carol Demers, Grace Frittatta, Jarlene LeBlanc, Jean Malisos, Susan Mothon, Phyllis Seccareccio, Marilyn Suszek, and Bonnie Wright. January 9, 2024 Patti reported in Rachel’s absence that we are at 108 members with 2 new members in December and one in November. The new members are Amy Moldoff, Karyn Emerson, and Karen Lowe. Recording Secretary: Norma Lapointe stated that the December 6, 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. Corresponding Secretary: Sandy Carlson reported that we received thank you cards from the following: Caregiver Holiday Treat Hugs Project- Charlotte Wolfe, Lois Cooper, and the Greater Salem Caregivers Organization. Center for Life Management- Jean’s Place for socks donated to the residents of the home. St. Joseph’s Food Pantry- 400 Reuseable bags for food donations to patrons. St. Anne’s Food Pantry- Monetary donation of $250. Palmer Gas & Oil- The second monetary donation of $250 to aid their customers in need of assistance for their heating payments. Flower Hug Project- Dale Capuano Various cards were sent to the following members: Sympathy card to Georgette Cutress, Thinking of You cards to Kathy Marullo, Kelly Moss, Dottie Randall, and Paula Senia. Get Well card to Rachel Kingston and Birthday card sent to Weston Moss Treasurer: Cindy Hunzelman reported the balance in the Operating checking account was $46,648.99 and the total of all the cash accounts at 12/31/23 was $113,816.23. The expenditures year to date are $18,072.51. Honorary Member Pinning Ceremony: Postponed to our February 6, 2024 meeting. Civic Engagement & Outreach: “Spotlight on Civic Engagement” is today’s theme and Deb Slein spoke of the four Support Categories of GFWC CE &O. Handouts were given to members emphasizing all the Organizations that will be receiving our support along with the percentage of monetary donations each Support Category will receive. Doug Devine, Director of EMS for the Salem Fire Department was the first speaker and discussed the need for Emergency Preparedness. Doug will also be presenting a 45-minute CPR, 911, and AED training session to members after the February 6, 2024, General meeting. Maureen Hanlon and Donna Mason of the CE & O Committee explained the We Care Bag Project and displayed the contents of the bags that will be distributed to 75 members of the community who are deemed in need. SAWC member Trish Earle, President and founder of Bridging the Horizon was the second speaker and reviewed the various outings her group organizes for their clients with special needs. A Hand-out for the upcoming Winter Wonderland fundraiser was distributed to the members. Arts & Culture: Joanne Cuomo reported the Creative Writing Contest deadline is February 20, 2024. The Photo Contest deadline is January 26, 2024. There is a sign-up sheet at this meeting for the concert Czech Mates on April 28, 2024, performed by the NH Philharmonic. Taste Around the World will be the A& C theme at the April General Meeting. More details to follow. Health & Wellness: Linda Molchan reported that the H&W Committee will meet on January 22, 2024, at the Kelley Library and the toiletries for the Comfort Bags will be assembled that day, all are welcome to join in this activity. Volunteers are still needed at Silverthorne and encourage all if they have free time to please join. Education & Libraries: Patti reported that the “Meet the Author” event at the Kelley Library was very well received and another event will take place during the February school vacation week. Communications & PR : Patti encouraged all members to please log their hours to update the 2023 hours and continue to log for 2024. Upcoming Events: All upcoming events were listed in the January General Membership Agenda (attached to this document when filing for records.) Meeting adjourned at 1:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Norma Lapointe, Recording Secretary

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Notable Members Watching great people do what you love is a good way to start learning how to do it yourself - Amy Poehler SAWC Honorary Members SAWC Honorary Members are members who have served above and beyond the ordinary expectations of SAWC GFWC-NH. To be designated a SAWC Honorary Member, a nomination outlining the member and their accomplishments should be submitted to the Board of Directors for review and vote. Once the nomination is duly confirmed, this member is no longer required to pay annual dues. SAWC GFWC-NH shall also pay the annual dues to GFWC and GFWC-NH for as long as the honorary member remains active in our Club. Year Name 2023 Randall, Dorothy M 2023 Johnson, Beverly 2023 Mosher, Audrey 2023 Amirault, Lorraine G 2023 Falco, Dorothy L 2023 Demers, Sandra 2023 Malisos, Jean H 2022 Annette Cooke 2022 Georgette Cutress 2022 Barbara Elliott 2022 Marilyn Suszek Marilyn Bokhan GFWC-NH Honor Roll The GFWC-NH Honor Roll has been an annual tradition since 1939, recognizing exceptional Clubwomen across the state. Honorees receive a pin and certificate of achievement at the Annual Meeting in May. Their names are noted for two years in the GFWC-NH Yearbook, a permanent record of club history. Year Name 2024 Deb Slein 2024 Jaimie Baker 2023 Linda Molchan 2023 Sandra Carlson 2022 Maria Baribeau 2022 Norma Lapointe 2021 Sheila Casey 2019 Beth Roth 2019 Dolores VanBlarcom 2018 Ann Taylor 2018 Lorraine Amirault 2017 Jean Landry 2017 Bernadette Morton 2016 Dorothy Falco 2015 Marilyn Hamel 2014 Ellen Venturo 2013 Beverly Johnson 2012 Dorothy Falco 2010 Sandra Demers 2009 Jean Malosis 2006 Doris Flaherty 2006 Beverly Johnson 2005 Gene Silver 2004 Georgetta Cutress 2004 Jeanine Gabour 2003 Bea Newton 2002 Mary Castorani 2002 Madeline Poore 2001 Barbara Elliot 2001 Nicolina Rogowski 2000 Yvonne Desharnais 1999 Gloria Carpenito 1998 Frances Haddad 1997 Ann Kayo 1997 Eugenia Hill 1996 Jeanine Gabour 1996 Annamarie Nicosia 1995 Gene Silver 1994 Gertrude McDermott 1994 Elizabeth Moran 1993 Sally Harper 1992 Elsa Johnson 1992 Annette Cooke 1991 Coletta Ginnard 1991 Frances Haddad 1990 Alice Muise 1990 Blanche Bogacki 1989 Ruth Vernon 1987 Marilyn Suszek 1974 Bessie Cornwell 1970 Hilda Telfer 1962 Mrs. Harry Parkinson 1952 Mrs. John Gonnam 1949 Mrs. E. Delmar Leeman SAWC Past Presidents Years Name 2022-2024 Patti Drelick 2020-2022 Dolores VanBlarcom 2018-2020 Sheila Casey & Dolores VanBlarcom 2016-2018 Sheila Casey 2014-2016 Annette Cooke 2012-2014 Dorothy Falco 2011-2012 Dorothy Falco & Beverly Johnson 2008-2010 Bea Newton & Sandra Demers 2006-2008 Betty Moran & Barbara Elliott 2003-2006 Jeanine Gabour & Bea Newton 2001-2002 Jeanine Gabour & Barbara Elliott 2000-2001 Annette Cooke & Barbara Elliott

Looking for a chance to make a difference in the world? Check out these amazing volunteer opportunities that always need extra hands! Be a part of something big and meaningful by getting involved today. Contact the designated person to learn more and join the team. Let's make a positive impact together! Volunteer Opportunities Storybook Hugs The Storybook Hugs Project Contact: Deb Fauth: deborahfauth@comcast.net READ to preschool children on Thursdays at 2:30 pm for 1 hour at Salem Family Resources. Frequency commitment is optional - you can read weekly or whenever possible. A one-hour training/overview is available for those who want it. We can provide you with wonderful books that are Intergenerational and proven favorites, or you are welcome to read your favorite. More schools will welcome us as soon as we have the volunteers. A CSP of Education & Libraries Committee, in partnership with the Intergenerational Collaborative of Salem. To volunteer to read, contact: Deb Fauth: deborahfauth@comcast.net Salem Family Resources Haigh School 24 School St Salem, NH Silverthorne The Silverthorne Project Contact: Linda Molchan lmolchan@comcast.net Our monthly visits to bring extra sunshine to the participants at Silverthorne are still ongoing but with a simple format change. We are seeking volunteers to go once a month for two hours, preferably in teams of two. A CSP of Health & Wellness. Questions? lmolchan@comcast.net Silverthorne Adult Day Center 23 Geremonty Drive Salem, NH 03079

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