FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT
How committed are you? When I talk about commitment in this setting, the written word, I mean the type of commitment that is not obsession, nor transitory. Commitment is honor, loyalty, our word, and deed among other things both tangible and not.
When we commit to something or someone, we can be counted on to stay focused on that promise of commitment and remain engaged in what we are committed to. We said we would, so we do.
So how do we bring commitment into Federation? When we join our clubs, we commit to some certainties, those being many different things: to volunteer in our communities by helping at club where we can, to attend meetings any way we can, and to follow the Bylaws of the club, district, State, and International entities of Federation. Those are just a few things we commit to as members, but what if we are leaders, what new things are added to the commitment of being an Officer or Chair?
When we commit to a Chairmanship or Office it is important to find out what is expected of the commitment to that position. Asking others who have held the job most recently makes for a good start, reading the Bylaws and Standing Rules is another. We need to be aware of what is expected of our commitment and pledge ourselves to performing the duties as expected…otherwise, well you are just going to be in the way. In other words, we said we would, so we do.
Now, covid has changed our commitment to serving in many ways, however if you committed to a position it is your duty to see it through. There are no “ifs, ands, or buts”: just get the job done in the most committed way possible because the members are counting on you! When we do not follow through our promise, pledge, commitment we have let others down…again, you are just in the way of someone that may have been better devoted to getting a job done.
This is hard to hear, but I want to take this a step further: When we nominate or choose a person to fulfill a role in club or district or State, we nominate the best person to do the job, the person that will commit fully and serve in the role in the absolute best way possible. Strive to put into place the committed person that will do the best job for everyone, period. Commitment is not a “when you feel like it” job, commitment is a choice we make to be the best we can all the time. Just because someone is popular does not mean they are committed and just because someone has the job now does not mean they are ready for the next job either. Ask yourself when nominating or voting: are they committed?
So, I ask again: how committed are you? How committed are your leaders? We need to make sure that we are placing our confidence for commitment into the hands of those that are also committed and will keep working no matter the circumstances.
Now, this Quick Byte was planned for this time. We are clearing up Reports from Clubs and Districts and gearing up for possible nominations of Officers. I have heard from several people that some of those elected chose not to do their job during covid. Unfortunate, but true.
Let me be perfectly clear: a commitment to serve in any form is not contingent upon ease or whether we may be meeting in-person or via Zoom. Commitment is what we should hold people to. Personally, I am committed to being the best President to see you through this pandemic that I can possibly be. Remember to place your trust in those that dedicate themselves to following through their commitments in ways that benefit everyone. Loyalty is everything and our obligation is to stay loyal and serve with honor and commitment.
Luv, Pam
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SUNSHINE AND SHADOWS
It is with heavy heart that we share the passing of Barbara Briley-Beard's Mother, Patricia Peters.
Cards may be sent to the family at the Michigan home address: 816 N 100th Avenue, Hart, MI. 49420 until the end of this month. After that time, Barbara will be returning home to Downey and cards may be sent there. Our wishes of love and support go to Barbara and her brothers and sister at this time.
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DR. ERIC BERG BIOCHEMICAL COVID WORKSHOP UPDATE FROM FEBRUARY 5, 2021
If you missed the workshop, you missed a fabulous explanation of what we are all collectively experiencing right now. Dr. Berg shared with us some of the best scientific fact out there right now.
A lot of buzz has been created by this workshop and we are happy to announce that the replay of the workshop can be found on our website: CFWC.org. The link appears under the sidebar heading: CF NEWS TO USE Century BioChemicals Meeting will take you to the replay. There is a passcode needed to watch the replay listed below:
Access Passcode: !13Zbing
Also, many of you requested the URL’s to the websites quoted in Dr. Berg’s Power Point. They are also listed at the bottom of the page on some of Dr. Berg’s slide presentation.
Dr. Berg’s Bio is attached below and here is the outline.
WORKSHOP OUTLINE:
Some Basics
What are viruses?
How do viruses work?
What is SARS-CoV2?
What does it look like?
How does it infect us?
How does it become infectious?
What are the variants we are hearing about?
How can we minimize the effects of Covid-19?
Societal safe practices.
Ongoing research.
Vaccination.
Vaccines against SARS-CoV2?
What are the approved vaccines for SARS-CoV2?
How do the work?
Why should you get them?
Are they safe?
Conclusion
This is worth the watch and will remain available until sometime on February 28, 2021.
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MARCH MADNESS WORKSHOP SERIES
We are proud to announce the March Madness Workshop Series for our Federation membership! 10 one-hour workshops open for Registration beginning February 1, 2021. Contact:
See the flier Attached for details on these ten hour-long Workshops and we hope to see you there. Sure, to be a lot of fun for all of us, bringing us closer together via Zoom until we can meet again in-person.
Registration for each Workshop will close 7 days prior to the presentation, so get your requests in early.
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CALLING ALL CFWC MEMBERS!
The CALL for the February 2021 CFWC Executive Bord Meeting has been distributed to the Board members. This series of Zoom Meetings is being held between February 10 – 27, a total of 14 meetings total that includes 1 General Session Meeting of the CFWC Executive Board where any member of the California Federation is invited to attend. If you would like to attend the Friday, February 26, 2021 Meeting please contact Debbie Pietraszko, CFWC Zoom and Video Chair and ask for an Invitation. This meeting requires a pre-registration, more information can be found in the CALL attached in this Quick Byte.
Debbie’s email is:
The registration deadline for this meeting is quickly approaching. To attend the meeting on February 26, 2021 you must contact & RSVP to the meeting by February 12,2021 at 11:59 pm!
We hope to see you there. As a member of GFWC California we invite you to see for yourselves how the State Federation is working for each Member, each Club, each District, and each Area!
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MONTHLY OPEN HOUSES ON ZOOM
Scheduled during “Happy Hour”, I do hope you will join us for 5 – 7 pm on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 to share with friends, have a laugh and smile! Bring a drink if you want, I am sure others will and let us just celebrate knowing that we each belong to such a fabulous group of volunteers. On the 16th of every month in 2021, until we are able as an entire State to meet in person, we will hold our Open Houses for any member wanting to attend!
Registration is open for February until 5 pm on February 13, 2021
This is a time to reach out and be with one another, albeit electronically. Remember we can only hold up to 300 of you, so registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Invites will be sent bi-weekly in the order they are received.
For your invitation, just send me your name and email address with the date or dates you want to attend. I can be reached at:
The only business is monkey business for these get-togethers; see you there.
Luv, Pam
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Digital submissions for the Photography Contest will now be accepted!
In alignment with CFWC's goal of going paper-free in 10 years, we are now offering members the option of submitting their photography contest entries digitally! While this format is not required, we are excited to announce this as an option for our members. This will be a great way to make it easier for members to participate, and for us to share images in a "virtual photography exhibit."
Also, please note that CFWC's 2019 First Place Photography and Creative Writing Winning entries will also be included in the Contest at the international GFWC level
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UPDATES for Photography and Creative Writing Contests
Love, from Pam Ament and Olma O’Neill
ATTENTION: While GFWC did not host a 2020 Photography and Writing Contest, CFWC did host these contests at the State level and the 2019 Winners were announced. In previous mailings, and in the latest Quick Bytes January Hot Topic eNewsletter, we mistakenly indicated that we are accepting entries for both 2019 AND 2020. We need to clarify - CFWC already has the 2019 Winners; WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING PHOTOGRAPHY AND WRITING ENTRIES DATED BETWEEN JANUARY 1 - DECEMBER 31, 2020. We apologize for any confusion and look forward to receiving your entries.
Click Here for complete packet regarding Photography & Creative Writing including GFWC information
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From Sonya Matthies, CFWC 2nd Vice President
Report Writing… “Just a heads-up” on the District and Club Award Entry Cover Sheet.
There was an error on the DISTICT ENTRY COVER SHEET that called for Club Positon, please cross out and put District Position instead.
If having difficulty with the Statistical Form and the Affiliate Data Form they may be filled out in ink if done legibly.
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Membership begins with “Me”
Ah yes, the rally cry. The impact is upon us right now as our collective thoughts turn to Membership Dues. These past 12 months have challenged our Club life and activities. We’ve embraced new ways, new ideas, and we are still here.
Right now, maybe we need “si se puede” as our rally cry. Yes, it can be done! As members we need to roll up our sleeves and dust off our positive attitudes. How? First, contact your members – especially if you haven’t been meeting. Remind members the Club needs their help. Have you held a ZOOM meeting? Assist your members in becoming adept in this new environment. “Seeing” each other is a welcome treat. Be patient and helpful.
Second, together discuss how your Club can move forward and start making those plans. What are the needs right now and how can you help? Be realistic about what you can do. Look at ways to keep all members involved – each of us can do something. Together members make the dream work.
Sharing plans of future activities helps all of us be hopeful. When our members are engaged in positive, active progress – we are unstoppable. Let’s all embrace the vision of what our “new normal” can be. All of our members together make our world a better place. I can see it! Will you be the “Me” in membership? Si se puede.
With love, in Federation, Wendy Curran, Area D VP
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CORRECTION
CAROL BURKHART, Advocates for Children
On January 27th, I presented a workshop on Advocates for Children. Prior to the workshop, Pam sent out two handouts. On the list of projects from GFWC, Buckle Up Buddies was listed. I researched each organization about a month ago, but when Karen Reed from San Diego Woman’s Club tried to find Buckle Up Buddies on line, she didn’t find it. I searched and didn’t find what I had seen previously. There are alarm systems for car seats that run from $50-$150-a little pricy to give out to low-income families with newborns. If you still have the list from the workshop handout, please cross off Buckle Up Buddies and accept my apologies.
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Environment - Jane Thomey
Saving honeybees is a problem that concerns us all. If children learn the value of bees we are one step closer to ensuring their survival. Whether you have young children, grandchildren or just want to help out in the community, there are many programs that are designed to inspire their curiosity and encourage them to protect the pollinators who are important to their future food supply. Many companies have devoted resources aimed at children to educate and inspire them to value the importance of honeybees.
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February is “Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month”.
Teen Dating Violence is the GFWC Signature Program Challenge Project.
Dating violence is more common than people think, especially among teens and young adults. One in three teens in the United States will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they are in a relationship with before they become adults and nearly half (43%) of college women report experiencing violent or abusive dating behaviors.
Learn to recognize the signs of Teen Dating Violence. Unhealthy, abusive, or violent relationships can have severe consequences, short term and long term. Teens can experience symptoms of depression and anxiety, engage in unhealthy behaviors such as using tobacco, drugs and alcohol. Exhibit antisocial behaviors, like lying, theft, bullying or physical violence. They are also more likely to think about suicide.
TDV can set the stage for problems in future relationships and can impact everyone, not just teens. It affects parents, teachers, friends and communities as well.
We can help raise awareness about teen dating violence and commit to help end the cycle and help promote safe, healthy relationships.
A great resource is:
Diane Waterhouse, Chair
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From Sonja Hults, CFWC Communications Committee Chair
Katherine George Chu recently led the Los Cerritos District Virtual Arts Festival. She kindly put together a step by step YouTube video on how she put the program together, her agenda they used, and the in person GFWC Pineapple craft that they all did together.
You can find the video either on YouTube search
for Katherine George Chu or you can go to GFWC California Federation of Woman's
Club Facebook Page and watch it from the post there.
This is just FANTASTIC...... Thank you, Thank you, Thank you Katherine!
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Dori's Leadership Library
These booklets are in .pdf format,
when printed they are ready to assemble into booklets
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Just a thought ......
Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself.
When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.
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