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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

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**. However, we're offering a $5 discount if paid by June 30, 2025, making the amount due only $25* 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. Please complete all the following sections. About You Get Involved Photo Release Yearbook Photo 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! Prorated dues for members paying for their second year in the club. Please select your annual due payment * Regular priced dues - $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 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! Prorated dues for members paying for their second year in the club. (The price includes a $1.00 processing fee) Submit Form & Go to Checkout Thanks for submitting! About You Get Involved Photo Release Yearbook

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!

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

Meeting Location Derry-Salem Elks Lodge #2226 39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem, NH 03079 (603) 898-7941 The General Membership Meetings are held at the Derry-Salem Elks Lodge monthly. Committee meetings and Board of Director Meetings may be held in different locations. Please check with the committee chairwomen to confirm locations. Directions to the Elks Use this map to get directions from anywhere to the Elks. Click on "Directions" and put in your starting address. Parking @ the Elks Parking @ Elks Regular Parking Front Entrance Parking Lot SAWC members are encouraged to park in the Elks main or lower parking lot. The front door is accessible by going up the outside stairs to the front door. Handicapped parking here. Handicapped Parking If you need to park closer, there are limited handicapped spaces at the top of the hill. You can enter through the back door and straight into the meeting room. When parking in this area, please be mindful of members who use wheelchairs or walkers or have a difficult time getting around. Back door

Environment Our Mission The GFWC Environment Community Service Program encourages us to become stewards of the earth by working to preserve the world’s resources, protect wildlife and domesticated animals, live sustainably, and beautify our communities and enjoy nature. Environmental degradation is cumulative, and many scientists warn that we are at a tipping point. There is no time like the present to act. Where is SAWC's Garden on the Salem Bike Ped Corridor Our garden is located on Hampshire Road across the field from Pep Boys. GPS: 9 Hampshire Road, Salem, NH Before September 2023 April Update SAWC Trash Squad Takes on the Veterans Parkway April 11, 2024 Despite the gloomy and damp weather, a group of dedicated members swarmed the Veterans Memorial Parkway in Salem picking up litter. Donning high-visibility vests, boots, rain gear, hats, and gloves, they worked in pairs to tackle the task at hand. As they worked, the sound of laughter and chatter filled the air, and it was inspiring to see how the group remained cheerful and motivated. At one point, a member discovered a soaked $100 bill, but upon closer inspection, it was discovered that it was a fake. Despite the false alarm, the group remained in high spirits and continued their efforts to keep the parkway clean and beautiful. Trash Warriors Anne Reynolds* Linda Simmons* *Committee Chairwoman Betty Gay Carol Demers Chrissy Baroni Cindy Curd Deb Slein Dee Stikeman Donna Mason Jaimie Baker Karen Roulston October Update Town Forest Clean-Up On October 21, members of the SAWC Environmental Committee teamed up with the Salem Conservation Commission to help maintain the Salem Town Forest. Linda Harvey, who is a member of both the Environment Committee and the Conservation Commission, along with Linda Simmons, Mike Banks, and Glen Edwards, volunteered to clear the brush on the Town Forest trails. The Salem Town Forest is situated on Shadow Lake Road, opposite Shadow Lake, and parking is available next to the NH Dept. of Transportation Salt Storage Shed. September Update SAWC Gets Dirty for a Good Cause To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. The Salem Area Women's Club Plants a Stunning Garden For All To Enjoy. September, 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.

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 Sheila Casey Yvonne Desharnais Doris Flaherty Sally Gilman Jean Lacrosse Connie Morin 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 1999-2000 Elizabeth Moran & Barbara Elliott 1998-1999 Coletta Ginnard 1996-1998 Marilyn Suszek 1996-1998 Annamarie Nicosia 1992-1996 Frances Haddad & Gertrude McDermott 1990-1992 Marilyn Bokhan 1987-1990 Coletta Ginnard 1985-1987 Marilyn Suszek 1983-1985 Dorothy O'Malley 1981-1983 Doris Flaherty 1978-1981 Bessie Cornwell 1976-1978 Gene Silver 1974-1976 Madelyn Younker 1972-1974 Dorothy Cornwell 1971-1972 Carolyn Jones 1969-1971 Bessie Cornwell 1967-1969 Louise Lockwood 1965-1967 Bertha Valley 1963-1965 Lillian Leenan 1962-1963 Bessie Morrison 1960-1962 Jessie Adams 1958-1960 Gladys Higton 1956-1958 Evelyn Ebert 1954-1956 Hilda Telfer 1952-1954 Anna Noyes Willis 1950-1952 Mary Louise Marsh 1948-1950 Gertrude Baketel 1946-1948 Eunice S. Burgess 1944-1946 Harriette Sherburne 1942-1944 Blanche Townsend 1940-1942 Esther Willis 1938-1940 Ruth Watts 1936-1938 Bessie M. Hunt 1934-1936 Linnie T. Emmons 1932-1934 Rosa E. Herbst 1930-1932 Marion Gonnam 1928-1930 Esther P. French 1927-1928 Ruth Wade 1926-1927 Alice Noyes Brown

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? Patti Drelick President pattidrelick@comcast.net 603-818-9172 Elaine Sincavage Recording Secretary laniejane@aol.com 617-639-6530 Ronnie Shelley Communications & PR mariabaribeau@gmail.com 603-475-0707 Connie O'Connell Health & Wellness connie_oconnell@yahoo.com 603-571-1736 Loren Faber V.P./Membership Development Shamim Calcuttawala Corresponding Secretary shamimcalc@outlook.com 603-401-4075 Darlene Daniele Education & Libraries darlene@dmdatlaw.com 603-818-9327 Susan Mothon Civic Engagement & Outreach Cindy Hunzelman Treasurer chunzy@aol.com 603-548-5418 Sarah Friend Arts & Culture sfriend220@comcast.net 617-416-5291 Anne Reynolds Environment wareynoldsfamily8@gmail.com 603-560-1856 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

Comfort Bags Comfort Bags As a Health and Wellness Committee project. Linda Molchan proposed a Comfort Bag project for sexual assault patients for two local emergency departments. Linda was a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner for 25 years and stressed the importance of medical care after an assault, as well as providing emotional support. To help sexual assault victims feel more at ease and self-confident before leaving the ER, the Comfort Bags contain toiletries to use while showering and new clothing to wear when leaving the hospital. Footer

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

Welcome Arts & Culture A&C 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 Service area includes: Atkinson Hampstead Pelham Salem Windham Contact: Sarah Friend for any questions or inquiries or email SalemAreaWomensClub@Gmail.com 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

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

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 6 days to the event The Salem Area Women's Club-GFWC 100th Anniversary Celebration Gala Mar 12, 2026, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Buy Tickets Multiple Dates 32 days to the event SAWC General Membership Meeting Apr 07, 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 10:30 AM Contact: Sarah Friend Where: Sarah's home Education & Libraries When: 3rd Tues 10:00 AM Contact: Darlene Daniele Where: Darlene's Office Hospitality Committee When: 4th Fri 9:00 AM Contact: Dianne Chapdelaine Where: Kelley Library Civic Engagement & Outreach When: 2nd Wed 10:00 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 1:00 PM 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

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

Standing Committees Communication & Public Relations We help facilitate communication for the club. Whether we're working on the monthly newsletter, building the website, promoting partner events, or working with other club members, our goal is the same - help make connections. Hospitality The hospitality committee was formed in November 2023. This group is responsible for the logistics of our monthly meetings. Nominating The Committee has at least three (3) members, elected simultaneously as the Officers, to serve a two-year term. The immediate Past President serves as Chair. Their responsibility is to seek qualified candidates to fill elected positions for the Board of Directors. Every year in February, the Nominating Committee presents its recommendations to the Board of Directors. Telephone Committee This vital group serves to reach out and connect with members to provide personal, friendly meeting reminders and whatever important information is deemed necessary by the Board. Dedicated volunteers work in a "phone tree" fashion to provide vital outreach.

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! March 2026 Today Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 11:30 AM SAWC General Membership Meeting 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 5:30 PM The Salem Area Women's Club-GFWC 100th Anniversary Celebration Gala 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11:30 AM SAWC General Membership Meeting 8 9 10 11