SI Chico E-blast news & more |
May 11, 2021 | Volume 21 Issue 39 |
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Please take the time to read this week's E-Blast so you can stay up-to-date on happenings in our club, around the Region and around the world.
What's New:
What's Happening this week: Program: North Valley Sparrow Foundation
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“Thankfulness is the beginning of gratitude. Gratitude is the completion of thankfulness. Thankfulness may consist merely of words. Gratitude is shown in acts.”
—Henri Frederic Amiel
Message from President Billie Araiza
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Greetings!
I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day! I was blessed to spend Mother’s Day with my children and grandchildren. I am so thankful to be blessed with family, friends, and my extended Soroptimist family. I’m really looking forward to our End-Of-The-Year Celebration and picnic. I can’t wait to see all of you in person. It’s going to be so much fun! We will have lots of games, raffle prizes, and socializing. Not to mention, a delicious lunch! Please be sure to make your final reservation by this Wednesday, so we can provide the catering company a final headcount. If you said “Maybe” on the evite, you will need to change it to an actual “Yes” if you plan on attending and eating. Otherwise, you are welcome to attend and join in the fun, but you won’t have any lunch unless you bring it yourself. Remember to bring your bocce balls, horseshoes, and any other fun games you would like to play. I will be bringing croquet, cornhole, ladder ball, badminton, horseshoes, and bocce balls. I’m excited just thinking about all the fun we are going to have!
I am happy to announce all motions passed from last weeks club Business meeting. This week our club guest speaker is from the North Valley Sparrow Foundation. Be sure to join us on Zoom at noon to learn more about the foundation. Please log in a few minutes early so we can start the meeting on time.
With Gratitude,
President Billie
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The North Valley Sparrow Foundation is a grass-roots non-profit organization providing financial and emotional support services to families battling cancer in small, rural communities throughout Northern California.
Their efforts are aimed at alleviating some of the ancillary burdens created by cancer, such as housing, transportation, personal care, and emotional wellness for both patients and their caregivers.
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Speaker Cheryl Argetsinger |
I am proud to be serving as the treasurer of the North Valley Sparrow Foundation. When I received the call to join, my answer was an immediate yes! I am very honored to be a part of this great organization.
Unfortunately, my journey with cancer began many years ago when my seven year old daughter, Lisa, was diagnosed with a very rare tumor in her brain stem. During her 10 month battle, my husband and I received an amazing amount of support from family and friends. They say that it takes a village to raise a child. I believe that it takes a village to support a family when in this type of crisis. I was very lucky that I had this village, others may not be so lucky.
The California Cancer Registry has predicted that there could be about 7,000 new cases of cancer in the 18 rural counties that this foundation will service. These 7000 families are going to need a village.
This is my way of giving back to other victims of this horrible disease. If you are interested in helping as well, please email nvsparrowfoundation@gmail.com or call me directly at (530) 693-0165
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SI Chico End-of-the-year Celebration Picnic
Date: May 16, 2021
Time: 11 am - 2 pm
Location: Merlo Park in Stirling City, CA, 95978 (up Skyway above Magailla)
Takes about 45 minutes to get there from Chico
Click the photo above to watch a short video of Merlo Park
As our SI Chico club year comes to an end, we would like to celebrate our members. Please join us for our end-of-the-year celebration at Merlo Park on May 16, 2021. This will be a time for fun, food, and friendship. There will be games, socializing, and even raffle prizes too and it’s all free to you! Be sure to RSVP fast. There will be bonuses for those that RSVP the fastest.
There are horseshoe pits and bocce ball courts so please bring your horseshoes and bocce balls. There is also lots of grass for playing other lawn games, such as croquet, cornhole, and badminton.
Here is how the RSVP Bonus works:
The first 20 people to RSVP receive
● 10 Raffle Tickets plus 2 extra early bird bonus items
If your the 21st - 29th person to RSVP
● 5 Raffle Tickets and 1 early bird bonus item
If your the 30th - 40th person to RSVP
● 5 Raffle Tickets
If your the 41st - 50th person to RSVP
● 1 Raffle Ticket
We have great raffle prizes, so be sure to attend the picnic. You have to attend the picnic in person to receive the raffle tickets and early bird bonus items. You will receive them when you arrive at Merlo Park on May 16, 2021.
Items for you to bring:
- Beverage
- Chair or Blanket (optional)
Items that will be provided:
- Food
- Raffle Prizes
- Games
- Fun and Laughter
Please Answer:
Vegetarian or Non-Vegitarian
Pre-registration is required so we know how much food to purchase. If you RSVP, please be sure to attend the event.
Thank you,
President Billie
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Installation of 2021-22 Officers
Sunday, June 13, 2021
10:30 am Brunch by Bacio Catering
Roseann Bradley's House
9332 Frederick Lane
Durham
Invitations will be out soon
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Hello Board Members, Co-chairs & SIC Members,
It's that time of year again, we need your Snail Articles by May 15th. This is our last Snail publication of this club year.
Article suggestions are:
Every Committee: end of year wrap up
*Summary of SNR Conference - Delegates?
*Preview of plan for 100th celebration in a box
*Summer lunch/backyard coffee plans (Kathy is working on this)
*Update on in-person meetings and plans moving forward
*Dream it be it summary - Sara
*Seoul Korea Convention 2022
*SI Chico plans of 100th celebration
Thank you,
Joyce Brown
Snail Editor/Chair Communications Committee
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2021-2022 Committee Selection
It's time to start thinking about next year's committees. Do you want to stay on the same committee? Or, are you wanting to try something different? Use the attached pdf form to make your committee selection by preferences 1, 2, 3 (1 being your most preferred committee and 3 being your third choice).
Thank you!
Sara Beacham
President Elect
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-----DUE DATES-----
Submit Roster Change form for new Officers by 6/1/21
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Join Soroptimist International of the Americas, Inc. for a two-day virtual event to celebrate our bright past and brilliant future. Witness the opening of SIA’s historic time capsule; experience a virtual exhibit of our early years; raise a glass to a special anniversary toast and happy hour; hear about our plans to Dream Big for the future; plus share in other social interactions and fun activities with Soroptimists from around the world!
Save the Date for 100th Anniversary Celebration
Live Virtual Event
Day 1: September 25, 7:00 p.m., EST
Day 2: September 26, 7:00 p.m., EST
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The Soroptimist International 100th Birthday Event is taking place from 1-3 October 2021 (date and time will vary based on where you are in the world).
Connect and be inspired by speakers, witness celebrations from around the world, and gain new insights and ideas for the future during discussions in our breakout sessions.
Visit the new Registration Platform to view the two-day programme, select the time and date based on where you are in the world, and get ready to celebrate!
Early Bird registration is now open!
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Meals for Jeanne Niveau-Smith
Jeanne had back surgery on April 7th and will be in the hospital a week.
If you would like to help Jeanne and Don out, by preparing a meal and delivering it to them starting Friday, April 16th, please fill out this signup form!
This is a great way for our club members to help out another member.
Drop off time frame: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
There are two foods that Jeanne DOES NOT like: Sushi & Salmon
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Thank you everyone that supported our Spring Bistro Bag Fundraiser.
We couldn't have done it without you!
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Bacio Eatery, Catering and Take Out is proud to have partnered with Soroptimist International of Chico on the Spring Bistro Bag fundraiser. The Spring Bistro Bag meals are original recipes, offered exclusively for this fundraiser. Bacio offers other menu items that can be found online here at https://www.baciochico.com/ for your dining pleasure, for eat-in at our backyard patio, take-out, or for groups. Thank you Soroptimist for letting us partner with you on this fundraiser
Bacio Culinary Director, Angel Lang
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Spring Bistro Bag Was Sponsored By: |
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New Soropti-wear is here
Your Internal Fundraising committee is pleased to announce that we have new microfleece vests and jackets available now.
Unfortunately we have a limited number of sizes and colors available as of now and hope to have more in the coming weeks.
Vests are available in white and fuchsia, jackets in fuchsia and cobalt (blue).
Vest cost $40, Jacket cost $45
Fuchsia vests , we have all sizes from small to X Large.
White vests, we have 2 small, 3 medium, large, and X Large.
Fuchsia jackets, we have 2 medium and 3 large
Cobalt jackets, we have large.
Please text Maureen at 530 520 3282 with your choice of color and size. I will confirm availability. Once payment is received Sharadin or Maureen will deliver item to your home.
Pay by check mailed to:
Soroptimist International of Chico
P.O. Box 1812,
Chico Ca 95927-1812
Your Internal Fundraising Committee thanks you for your support.
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If you just feel happy to be a Soroptimist, send us a small token of your joy, $5 or $10 or $20. Share good news and special moments.
Easy payment options
1. Mail a check, write Happy $ in the memo line, to:
SI Chico
P.O. Box 1812
Chico CA 95927
2. Click here to make your payment with a credit or debit card through Givebutter
After submitting your payment email your good news and special moments.
Your Internal Fundraising team thanks you for your help.
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Support our advertisers. Their annual dues goes toward our Internal Fundraiser account. To visit their website click on their business card below. To visit their Social Media page click on the caption below their business card |
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100th Anniversary Celebration
We are excited about celebrating our Bright Past and look forward to our Brilliant Future.
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Remember all articles need to be emailed by 5pm Sunday to:
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