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May ALERT Public Programs Notice | |
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Annual Installation of Officers
The Branch will close out the program year with the annual installation of officers and brunch. This program is for branch members only. We invite you to -
JOIN THE DOWNERS GROVE AREA BRANCH!
Download this PDF for our membership application and mail to us with a check.
Membership includes access to Interest Groups, leadership roles on the board and committees, planning and production of monthly public programs. Join now to be a part of determining the future of our scholarship fundraising effort.
PLUS receive State and National informational emails and opportunities!
Our Values: Though we are nonpartisan, AAUW is not values-neutral: We fight to remove the barriers and biases that stand in the way of gender equity. We train women to negotiate for pay and benefits and to pursue leadership roles. And we advocate for federal, state and local laws and policies to ensure equity and end discrimination.
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Way and Means
3 Restaurant Fundraisers planned for spring and summer
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Spring/ Summer Restaurant Fundraisers – Save the Dates
Summer is coming and it’s time for al fresco dining!
Our first spring fundraiser will be at 3 Corners Grill & Tap, located at 7231 Lemont Rd, Downers Grove on Wednesday, May 17th. The vouchers linked below are good for the entire day, from 11 am to 11 pm.
- 20% of the total tab (including liquor) will be donated to the Branch to be used for scholarships. 3 Corners offers carry-out as well as curbside pickup and has a lovely outdoor eating area.
- Bring your friends and family and enjoy a casual meal at 3 Corners Grill & Tap.
Sue Stealey has booked Pierce Tavern in downtown Downers for Monday, June 5th.
- 10% of all customer tabs from 4 p.m. until closing will be donated to the Branch. No voucher required.
Gia Mia will be our location on Tuesday, July 18th
- Gia Mia will donate 20% of the tab to our scholarship fund.
We appreciate your support of our restaurant fundraisers.
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Membership
Marianne Hunnicutt, VP Membership
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Did you know AAUW…?
The purpose of AAUW is to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education,
philanthropy, and research.
JOIN THE DOWNERS GROVE AREA BRANCH!
Download this PDF for our membership application and mail to us with a check.
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Communications
Kim Venzon, VP Communications
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Editor's Note
The Public Programs Notice is released monthly on or around the 5th of the month. The exception is July and August which share a Summer issue that could be released at any time during those months.
Previous editions of the Notice can be accessed on our website.
Blue underlined text, red buttons, and many images are hotlinks that will connect to additional content.
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Looking for a Used Book Sale? | |
AAUW Naperville Area Used Book & Media Sale -- First Look | Thousands of great books & media items! Hardcover, softcover, fiction, nonfiction books, children's, CDs, DVDs, vinyl. All new selections - no carryover from previous year. The early bird gets the (book)worm with EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK shopping! Doors will open to an exclusive group of shoppers with advance tickets from 9 AM - NOON on Thursday, June 15, 2023. | | | |
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2022-2023 BRANCH BOARD
* CO- PRESIDENTS Deb Harris, Cindy Heckler, Sue Stealey * VICE-PRESIDENT MEMBERSHIP Marianne Hunnicutt * VICE-PRESIDENT PROGRAMS Julia Venetis * VICE-PRESIDENT COMMUNICATIONS Kim Venzon * SECRETARY Mary Vercellino * TREASURER Coleen Walter
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2022-2023 APPOINTED OFFICERS
** AAUW FUNDS INFORMATION & FUNDRAISING Harriett Lindstrom ** AAUW FUNDS EDUCATIONAL FUNDING & AWARDS Coleen Walter ** PUBLIC POLICY Emily Owens ** DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION (DEI) Susan Becker
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Charitable gift annuities, often called CGAs, can be a wonderful way to help AAUW provide for the next generation of women. In addition to the benefits of making a gift to the organization, you will receive fixed payments for the rest of your life. | | | |
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This fund allows AAUW to respond rapidly to critical issues affecting women as they emerge allowing us to pivot as the national dialogue shifts.
Greatest Needs is also what fuels our groundbreaking research and effective advocacy.
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Tellin' Tales Theater: Finding Our Voices
Thursday, June 15 from 7 - 8pm
Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Drive Woodridge, IL 60517
| Two seasoned performers from Tellin' Tales Theatre company will share solo performances based on their own real life stories as members of the LGBTQ community. The result is a beautiful message on the power of dealing with the world on your own terms. This is a 60-minute production that includes a Q&A session and information on how to develop your own story. This performance is brought to you in conjunction with the Human Relations Advisory Committee (HRAC) of the Village of Woodridge and organized by the League of Women Voters Downers Grove, Lisle, Woodridge | | | |
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