LAUDABLE LADIES, REVISITED AND REVISED
Thursday, April 15, 2021 from 7 - 8 p.m. via Zoom
It wouldn’t take much investigating by America’s first female Pinkerton detective for her to learn the details of the April program – but for those who haven’t Kate Warne’s skills, the details are available below.
The program will last 45-60 minutes, covering some women in history from the original script presented over 25 years ago, along with several dozen more from this country and around the world, of various races and backgrounds, but all interesting and accomplished. Do you know who the first woman to reach the summit of Mt. Everest was? Or the first woman to sail around the globe, or run for president, or envision the world’s first computer?
If not, you soon will, as some familiar women are revisited and new ones introduced, including rising stars of the younger generation, such as Amanda Gorman, Greta Thunberg and Malala Yousafzai. Topics such as the founding of both the D.G. Area AAUW and DG League of Women Voters, women winning the vote, Equal Pay Day, examples of women in STEM and more, will all be included, some in more depth than others.
Written by branch member Joyce Tumea, the program will be presented by Joyce and by professional actress Marie Gillespie, *using the “Read-‘n-actment,” or with-script format, with narrative and dialogue, humor, drama and poetry, and some costuming and props. Special thanks regarding the production aspects go to Harriett Lindstrom, Kate Skegg, and Mary Jo Wolsky.
Join us for an informative and entertaining evening!
Co-Hosted by DG Area Branch of AAUW and LWV DG, Lisle & Woodridge
Register for the event HERE by Monday, April 12.
All those registered will receive the Zoom link on Tuesday, April 13.
An AAUW Branch business meeting follows the program sometime between 7:45 and 8 p.m.
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Back-to-the-Books Scholarship Fundraisers
Deb Harris, Ways & Means Chair
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KI GONG (QIGONG) ZOOM CLASSES
DO SOMETHING GOOD FOR YOURSELF!
What is Ki Gong?
Ki gong, or Qigong, is a millennia-old system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation used for the purposes of health, spirituality, and martial-arts training. This class is suitable for all ages and levels of physical fitness.
Who is the teacher?
Master Sue Helsdon, owner of True Balance Karate in Downers Grove, will teach these classes
Cost, and what % goes to the Scholarship Fund?
The price for the series of 4 classes is $40; 100% goes directly to the scholarship fund. If you choose to continue your practice, you may do so directly with Sue for $10 per weekly class.
How do I sign up?
Please register and pay using the link HERE by April 15th. If you prefer to pay by check, use the link to register and mail your check as directed on the registration page.
When you register online, a waiver form will be emailed to you. The submitted form will go to Sue and you will electronically receive an email from tbk@truebalancekarate.com with the Zoom id and passcode for the class.
How do I start taking classes?
Because Sue teaches this Zoom class every Tuesday morning, you can start your class on any Tuesday morning you choose before the end of May by simply clicking on the Zoom link and joining the class. You can make up one class at the end of the 4 weeks (if you must miss a class).
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Quote from branch member Kim Venzon:
"What a great way to start the day! Low impact and mindful, yet I was feeling an awesome increase in blood flow and even had a muscle ache or two! Sue and her merry band of regulars are a fun bunch!"
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ANDERSON'S BOOK STORE
Need a gift for Mother's Day?
Anderson's Book Store will donate 20% of purchases during the week of April 18 through the 25th to our Scholarship Fund. You can shop in Downers Grove or Naperville. Please note the following:
- When shopping in-store, simply mention AAUW to the cashier
- Use the code AAUW21 when placing an online order so that they can credit our organization
- Only books that are in stock can be applied. Special orders or pre-orders do not qualify for this fundraiser.
Thanks to Barbara Murphy for finding this fundraiser.
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UPDATE ON RECENT FUNDRAISERS
The branch raised $246.78 from the Lou Malnati's fundraiser on March 24th. Thank you to all who enjoyed pizza or pasta and thanks to Kristen Beirne, who let us know about Lou Malnati's fundraisers.
We are still waiting for the final result for the Cabi fundraiser.
Sign up for Ki Gong and shop at Anderson's to help us edge closer to our scholarship goal.
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Most interest groups are currently meeting on Zoom. Pictured here are the books featured at the April meetings of four of our book discussion groups. |
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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!
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I “zoomed” in on the [Eleanor Roosevelt] presentation and really enjoyed it. I wanted to send a thank you for inviting other AAUW chapters to zoom in.
I am a member of Morton AAUW. Morton is outside of Peoria IL. -- Linda Y.
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Bob & I are meeting our son & daughter-in-law at the Naperville location [of Lou Malnati's] for dinner. We’re celebrating being fully vaccinated as of tomorrow.
Thanks to all for setting this up, -- Joan F.
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Public Policy Notes this I
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Emily Owens, Appointed Officer Public Policy |
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PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES
1) The Voting Rights Act or H.B. 1 was a dream of the late John Lewis, one of the marchers on the bridge in Selma, AL in 1965. We have just had probably the cleanest and most open election in the history of our country, but rather than guarantee future elections will be as free and open – as this bill would do – there are forces at work to restrict access to voting. See my article on the Voting Rights Act here.
2) Get vaccinated as soon as you can. Keep in mind that it takes at least two weeks after completing your shot(s) to develop protection.
3) ERA – a joint resolution was introduced in Congress January 21, 2021 to eliminate the original deadline for states to ratify the ERA.
4) Title IX – President Biden signed two executive orders creating a Gender Policy Council and reviewing Trump-era changes to Title IX. He pledged to reverse the changes to Title IX made by former Secretary of Education DeVos.
5) The filing deadline for 2020 federal and Illinois income tax returns has been extended to May 17, 2021. This due date also applies to amounts due. There is no postponement of first quarter estimated payments for 2021.
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Equal Pay Day Calendar
Equal Pay Day denotes how far into the new year women must work to be paid what men were paid the previous year. Started by the National Committee on Pay Equity (NCPE) in 1996, the goal was to raise awareness about the gender wage gap.
Read more
www.aauw.org
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EDITOR'S NOTE
The next Public Policy Notice will be released on or about May 5th around 9 a.m. Prevent your newsletter from being marked as Junk or Spam by opening it right away!
Kim Venzon, VP Communications
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Branch #4023: Darien - Downers Grove - Lisle - Westmont - Woodridge
Advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research.
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2020-2021 BRANCH BOARD
** CO-PRESIDENTS Mary Ann Dion & Sandra Sansone Brennan * VICE-PRESIDENT PROGRAMS Mary-Jo Bryan Wolsky * VICE-PRESIDENT MEMBERSHIP Kristen Beirne * VICE-PRESIDENT COMMUNICATIONS Kim Venzon * SECRETARY Sue Stealey * TREASURER Coleen Walter **
APPOINTED OFFICERS * AAUW FUNDS Harriett Lindstrom * PUBLIC POLICY Emily Owens
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AAUW Greatest Needs Fund
This fund allows AAUW to respond rapidly, in our communications and advocacy, to critical issues affecting women as they emerge. Giving to Greatest Needs is a great way to ensure AAUW’s continued visibility, relevance and sustainability.
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www.aauw.org
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Planned Giving - AAUW : Empowering Women Since 1881
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.
Read more
www.aauw.org
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Liz Moore and Associates - Real Estate. Reinvented.
Liz Moore and Associates, LLC is dedicated to making accessibility a priority. We are reaching out to our partners in an attempt to better provide products and services that are accessible to all users regardless of ability.
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www.lizmoore.com
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Stature Custom Homes
Building Above the Rest. At Stature Custom Homes, our mission is to build quality, custom homes designed to your specifications and fit any budget. We build quality, custom homes in Downers Grove and the Western Suburbs. Dream. Design. Build. Enjoy.
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staturecustomhomes.com
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for information about supporting our branch through an ad
in the Members Only newsletter(about 100 members!) and the
Public Programs Notice (currently 88 subscribers and growing every day.)
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Law Office of Eileen R. Fitzgerald
Growing older can bring about a wide range of legal concerns. I am an elder law attorney with more than 30 years of experience serving clients with compassionate and effective legal guidance.
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www.efitzlaw.com
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Dusty Dreams Music
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.
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dustydreamsmusic.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....
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www.crsdesigns.biz
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