Scholarship Winners!
Coleen Walter, Scholarship Committee Chair
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In November, our scholarship committee interviewed candidates for our Back-To-The-Books scholarship. We awarded one scholarship and one grant to the following winners. We hope to meet Jill at the Holiday Luncheon and formally introduce them both to the branch at the Spring Brunch in May.
Please help congratulate these wonderful women on their accomplishments.
Jill Ploetz of Westmont attends North American University and is getting her M.ED in School Counseling.
Becky Joy Kristula of Westmont attends National Lewis University and is getting her Masters of Business Administration.
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January Program :
Movie and Discussion via Zoom
Julia Venetis, VP Programs
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The Graduates/Los Graduados
Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
via Zoom
Join us for an online viewing of Part One of The Graduates/Los Graduados. This PBS film follows three Latinx girls showing first hand the unique educational challenges that face these young women in particular and Latinx High School students in general. The documentary gives insight on pressing issues in education today through the eyes of Latinx students from across the United States. Following this 53 minute movie will be a brief discussion.
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Interest groups include 4 book discussion groups, afternoon bridge, and Great Decisions (a world affairs discussion group) - as well as a History and Movie group. Pictured here are two of the books featured at a recent meeting of our book discussion groups.. |
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Used Book Sale
Collections & Sorts
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BOOK SORTING
2nd Saturday of the month
December 11 : 10 - Noon
**NEW Tuesday & Thursday Sorts will be held Dec 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, and 30
from 9 - 11 a.m.**
ALL ARE WELCOME!
BOOK COLLECTIONS
2nd Saturday of the month
Odd number months
are 10 am - 1:30 pm
*These are masking events.*
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Public Policy
Emily Owens, Appointed Officer
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Changes for the June 2022 Primary
Registered voters in DuPage County will use new equipment for voting in the June 2022 primary. Click below to Read More!
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Ways and Means
Deb Harris, Chair
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Thank you to all who participated in the Clara's fundraiser in October. The branch raised an additional $243 thanks to your support.
The next fundraiser will be in January. Look for details in the January Alert.
Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season!
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Communications
Kim Venzon, VP Communications
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JOIN US!
Branch Membership includes access to over fifteen Interest Groups, leadership roles on the board and committees, planning and production of monthly public programs, the annual Equal Pay Day Rally as well as the Used Book Sale. PLUS State and National informational emails and opportunities!
Editor's Note
The next issue will be released sometime around January 5, 2022.
Kim Venzon, VP Communications
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2021-2022 BRANCH BOARD
PRESIDENT Sandra Sansone Brennan
VICE-PRESIDENT MEMBERSHIP Kristen Beirne * VICE-PRESIDENT PROGRAMS Julia Venetis * VICE-PRESIDENT COMMUNICATIONS Kim Venzon * SECRETARY Patty Page * TREASURER Coleen Walter
APPOINTED OFFICERS ** AAUW FUNDS INFORMATION & FUNDRAISING Harriett Lindstrom ** AAUW FUNDS EDUCATIONAL FUNDING & AWARDS Coleen Walter ** PUBLIC POLICY Emily Owens ** DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION (DEI) Maryann Byrne
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AAUW Greatest Needs Fund (9110)
This fund allows AAUW to respond rapidly, in our communications and advocacy, to critical issues affecting women as they emerge - a new threat to Title IX, an opportunity to partner with employers, or the dawn of a social justice movement.
Read more
www.aauw.org
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Sharon West - Bio
Sharon West brings an original and new sound to New Age music which blends elements of classical, jazz and electronic music. She composes music and songs that help people to relax, rejuvenate and find comfort in the world today.
Read more
dustydreamsmusic.com
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YOUR ad
could be here!
for information about supporting our branch through an ad
in the newsletter (about 100 members!) and the
Public Programs Notice (currently 125 subscribers and growing every day.)
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Elizabeth Moore, Real Estate
I am "MOORE than a Real Estate BROKER®", I have a BA in Interior Design, I am an accredited Stager, a VA Certified agent and have both built and remodeled homes. Buying and selling homes in Illinois, Partnered with United Real Estate, Chicago.
Read more
elizabethmoore.unitedreales...
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Downers Grove Estate Planning Attorney | Probate & Trust ...
Growing older can bring about a wide range of legal concerns. You may want to plan for your family's future or take measures to protect a certain standard of living in your upcoming days and years.
Read more
www.efitzlaw.com
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CRS Designs Inc.
CRS Designs, Inc. by Connie Rabias-Sbarboro is a full service Chicago area interior design firm. A Certified Kitchen Designer and Licensed Residential Interior Designer, Connie Rabias-Sbarboro has been designing beautiful interiors since 1987
Read more
www.crsdesigns.biz
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