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February 2010

Nashville, Tenn., AC Hosts Girl Scout Event

The Nashville, Tenn., alumnae chapter presented its annual self-esteem program to several Girl Scout troops from middle Tennessee. AC Girl Scout chair, Shari Bazydola, opened the program by speaking to the girls about positive body image and self-confidence. The Girl Scouts then performed a skit that compared a confident girl to a non-confident girl.

Participants also received skin-and-hair care tips with the help of Kappa Delta alumnae volunteers. Alumnae discussed the importance of natural beauty, feeling good about yourself, and putting your best face forward.

The Girl Scouts participated in a “Miss Confidence” pageant. Each girl made her own sash that highlighted a feature she was most proud of. Examples included “Miss Great Hair” and “Miss Beautiful Smile.”

Once the sashes were made, each girl stood up in front of the room, introduced herself, explained her best feature and spoke about why she is confident. Participants were then given a Kappa Delta/Girl Scout patch. After the girls received their patch, they stood up as a group and made a confidence pledge.


Making Great Things Happen - Detroit Tri-County Alumnae Chapter and Gamma Omicron - Wayne State

On November 21, 2009 the Detroit Tri-County, Mich., alumnae chapter and Gamma Omicron - Wayne State University joined with the Girl Scout Councils of Southeastern Michigan and Miss Michigan Nicole Blaszczyk for a “Journey Down the Runway." Miss Michigan, a 12-year Girl Scout, and the KDs served as role models as they focused on the following topics: leadership, beauty, fashion and community service.

With their attention turned to leadership, the girls participated in a Girl Scouts' “Scout’s Own” ceremony to describe a leader from A-Z. They then heard from a guest speaker, KD alumnae and executive coach, Prudence Cole. The discussion focused on anti-bullying and tied to objectives in the Girl Scouts Journey books.

During the beauty workshop, the girls discussed “inner beauty” and “being true to your self.” They had an opportunity to meet Miss Michigan, and she shared a video and some lessons on the importance of inner -beauty. Also, the KD’s spoke on confidence as it relates to body image and self-esteem.

With the focus on fashion, the girls experimented with altering clothing to new styles and, learned how to make a shoulder bag from an old T-shirt. They even had a runway to show -off their new attire!

For the community-service segment, the Girl Scouts decorated mirrors to be donated to Children’s Miracle Network at Beaumont Hospital. To boost confidence of the patients, the girls wrote messages on the mirrors like, such as "You're Beautiful!," "Lookin' Good!" and "Dream Big!" They discussed the importance of giving back to their community throughout their lives, including in high school and college, especially through KD.

Watch the event on YouTube!

The KDs attending found this event to be very enjoyable. They will continue to partner with the Girl Scouts in southeast Michigan for similar programs.

Special thanks to Girl Scout Councils of Southeastern Michigan; Miss Michigan, Nicole Blaszczyk; and our KD volunteers Terry Margolis, Prudence Cole, Carol Burr, Kelly McCallum, Karen LaPalm, the Detroit Tri-County alumnae chapter and Gamma Omicron - Wayne State.

What Have You Done To Earn A Place In My Inbox?

by Michelle Cubas, Gamma Omicron - Wayne State, www.positivepotentials.com

When was the last time you were excited to open your email? How many items were there to support you and serve you in some capacity? How many items were there to “sell” you something? Disproportionate, huh?

With Gen X and Y dominating the social media (not an indictment, simply an observation), something jumps out at me. Their sense of relationship is different than mine. Their social skills or lack of them are glaring. I see it with clients who want to know and understand how to “network.” They think it’s a surgical procedure we can implant in them.

News flash "ozone-0-sphere" — Relationships are cultivated, yes, like a garden. They require attention, resources like time and care. So, how does an ad in my inbox do that?

My point diverts from the opt-in issues. This is about why so many people think they know what I need—and they haven’t asked nor do I know them.

Quick tip—please use plentifully:
Each contact I have and make is accompanied with the promise that I will only offer relevant information relative to what we’ve shared or as I have learned a topic is of particular importance to them.
When I forward an article or make a call, it is with intention. I want to “show up” and serve my contact. It’s simple really.

Interestingly, it’s the authentic care and attention that is my best marketing tool. People like that they are being heard, served and supported. It can be as simple as pronouncing and spelling someone’s name right.

Often in our “humongous” spheres of contact, we make little of our spheres of influence. That is what I take seriously.

Want to make a difference? Make someone’s day by acknowledging, caring and supporting who they are.

Sororities aren't just for college students

By Mary Jekielek Insprucker, Special to the Tribune, The Chicago Tribune

When Sue Dunmead moved from Ohio to Schaumburg in 1976, she turned to a sorority to help her make new friends. Vicky Platt relied on one when her daughter was born with a rare neurological disorder. And Debbie Riplinger got help from her sorority sisters in fighting off foreclosure.

At the forefront of the local sorority movement are groups such as the Chicago Northwest Suburban Alumnae Panhellenic comprising sorority sisters who range in age from 23 to 89. The group represents 19 sororities, including Alpha Sigma Alpha, Alpha Phi, Kappa Delta and Chi Omega.

Dunmead, 59, recalled how Alpha Omicron Pi helped her make some crucial connections when she moved to the northwest suburbs.

"I was just going to work and coming home. I felt so isolated until I joined," said Dunmead, who participated in sorority dinners, book clubs, murder mysteries and other events. "I looked forward to them as a chance to catch up, vent and share."

Research has shown that friendships such as those found in sororities help participants improve self-esteem and coping skills, even kick the smoking habit, experts say.

For their part, sorority sisters say they have found their relationships to nourish spiritual, mental and physical growth. The dynamic diversity in ages, experience and interests help enrich their lives, they say. The organizations offer other outlets as well, including the chance for networking, career development and philanthropy.

"There is a body of research that shows social support to be a major factor in lessening the effects of stress, especially in the current economic situation," said Charles Johnston, co-chairman of Harper College's psychology department. "The support allows one to better meet the demands of the situation."

Several sorority umbrella organizations serve the Chicago area, including the Hinsdale Area Alumnae Panhellenic Association, which encompasses 22 sororities. Its 50 members are from Burr Ridge, Oak Brook, Clarendon Hills and other communities. Their focus is sorority recruitment.

"Sororities encourage scholarship, leadership and lifelong friendships," said Cyndi Myers, president of the group and a Chi Omega alumna. "I want to share that with potential recruits."

The Elmhurst Panhellenic is active in the Lombard and Wood Dale areas. It is represented by 21 sororities and 80 members. One of those members, Kathleen Sullivan of Theta Phi Alpha said she enjoys the diversity of the group, which includes stay-at-home moms and professionals.

"I actually hired one member for an accounting job," said Sullivan, 47. "It's a great way to network and find the right candidate."

Vicky Platt, of Mount Prospect, found more immediate help. When her daughter Emma was born with a medical condition, Alpha Omicron Pi rallied support through fundraisers and by providing baby-sitting, shopping and housekeeping help.

"I knew at a moment's notice, they would come to my aid," said Platt, 40. "At a time when I wasn't sure about my future, their encouragement assured me I was not alone."

That also was true for Debbie Riplinger, who joined Alpha Omicron Pi at age 47. The West Dundee resident faced foreclosure on her home until her sorority sisters stepped in with monetary support from their Hardship Fund.

"It was such a stressful time. I didn't want to say goodbye to my house," Riplinger said. "Even though they didn't know me that well, they kept me from the verge of foreclosure, pulling me up and saving me from drowning."

Barbara Bay, 57, of Alpha Delta Pi, appreciates the chance to give back. She considers her sorority members to be her sisters.

"Sisters are for being there," she said. "They make sure you come out the other end."

For information on a Chicago Northwest Suburban Alumnae Panhellenic chapter near you, visit cnwsap.org.

ALL OUR TRIUMPHS

CALIFORNIA - Newport Harbor, Calif., alumnae chapter's annual holiday brunch was held at the home of Kathy Tucker, and was a wonderful day of eating, talking and meeting with friends. Members donationed gift cards and toys to help support the children at Newport Harbor’s local charity, Women’s Transitional Living Center (WTLC). 34 members and spouses attended the festive event.


DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA - Members of the Nation's Capital alumnae chapter assisted with some of the behind-the-scenes work at the Kids On Ice holiday ice-show, giving the parents of these disadvantaged youth an opportunity to enjoy their child's show.

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA - Members of the Washington, D.C., alumnae chapter had a wonderful time touring the city during the 2009 holidays. One of the highlights of the night was a visit to the National Christmas Tree.


GEORGIA - Members of the Americus, Ga., alumnae chapter met in January for a night of reconnecting, fun and fellowship. 14 KDs attended the event. Everyone was very excited about the new alumnae chapter and shared many ideas for future meetings and events to the table.
GEORGIA - Four members of the Atlanta Night, Ga., alumnae chapter got in the holiday spirit by participating in the Virginia Highlands annual 5K race.


GEORGIA - The Atlanta Night, Ga., alumnae chapter enjoyed a huge turnout for its trivia night at Tin Lizzy's in Buckhead. Members spent a fabulous evening putting their collective brains together in the name of trivia while enjoying good food and fun with friends.


GEORGIA - At a recent meeting, the Atlanta Day, Ga., alumnae chapter was honored to hear from its own Pat Fuqua Nagle about her father Sam G. Fuqua (a graduate of Annapolis), the last man to leave the sinking USS Arizona at the start of World War II on December 7, 1941. He was called the Hero of the USS Arizona by the New York Times. Pat told about his rescuing the sailors and the wounded, and how he tried to go back down to get the sailors below but the 2nd and 3rd floors were melted together. After being the last man to leave the ship, he found a small motorboat and went back to pull sailors out of the water. In 1958 he was on the TV program “This is Your Life” by Ralph Edwards. Pat was also on the show with her father, mother, husband and two sons. Ralph Edwards told the story of Fuqua’s heroics and also how Rear Admiral Fuqua received the Congressional Medal of Honor. Ralph Edwards’ appeal for donations provided the seed money for the USS Arizona Memorial in Hawaii. Those of us attending the meeting gained a new appreciation of Pearl Harbor. Everyone was touched by the history of the moment.


GEORGIA - Members of the Gwinnett County, Ga., alumnae chapter enjoyed a night together attending The Blind Side, a movie featuring the heartwarming story of Leigh Anne Touhy, Alpha Mu - Missisippi, and her families opening of their home and life to Michael Oher.


ILLINOIS - Members of the Greater Naperville, Ill., alumnae chapter enjoyed a fun Christmas cookie exchange. Each person attending shared four dozen cookies and the recipe. Each KD took four of each kind of cookie home. Great fun was had by all, not to mention getting to eat all the wonderful cookies!


MINNESOTA - Members of the Twin Cities, Minn., alumnae chapter enjoyed a holiday potluck supper at the home of Elise Mullen. Members sang Christmas carols, collected money for the Children's Hospital in Richmond, Va., and donated candy to fill a tin for each of the KD chapters in the area. Everyone in attendance had a wonderful time at the kick-off to the holiday season.


NORTH CAROLINA - Members of the Charlotte, N.C., alumnae chapter volunteered with recently with Changed Choices. Changed Choices is a charitable organization that "works with female inmates...providing a range of counseling and support services...Women who continue as clients of Changed Choices throughout their incarceration and who demonstrate a high capacity for complete rehabilitation, may be offered additional services upon release..." Members worked on turning a rundown house into a inhabitable HOME (Home Of Meaningful Encouragement) for ladies in transition.


TENNESSEE - The Nashville, Tenn., alumnae chapter raised more than $7,500 at its annual Moonlight and Mistletoe fund-raiser. The chapter was excited to learn that the new Executive Director of the Exchange Club Family Center, Dawn Eaton, is a KD from Delta Pi - Middle TN State University.


TEXAS - The Richardson/Plano, Texas, alumnae chapter continued its annual tradition of making Valentine's goodie bags for the children served by Family Outreach of Richardson, Plano and Collin County. At the chapter's January 14 meeting, members donated more than $1000 worth of candy, toys, toiletries and paper goods that were used to fill the 70 kids' bags and provide items that cannot be purchased with food stamps, like toiletries, paper towels and toilet paper, for the mothers. Family Outreach is a network of community-based volunteers working to prevent child abuse and neglect through one-on-one support to families. Since 1973, Family Outreach has been committed to preventing child abuse with a variety of programs and support services.


TEXAS - Phoebe Chenoweth, Richardson/Plano, Texas, alumnae chapter president, was the guest speaker for high school senior members of the Golden Corridor Chapter of the National Charity League on January 10, 2010. Phoebe, an NCL member and local Panhellenic recruitment chair, spoke on the benefits of sorority life, the importance of recommendations and the collegiate recruitment process. Handouts were distributed and questions were entertained at the end.


Kappa Delta Sorority Alumnae Today Directory


Kappa Delta Sorority is pleased to have teamed up with Harris Connect to produce another alumnae directory. Due to the overwhelming success of the recent past directories in 1995, 2000 and 2005, we knew our alumnae would be eager to remain connected to their beloved sisters and relive cherished memories.

By now, you should have received an e-mail and/or a postcard from Harris Connect, signed by National President Beth Langford, asking you to call and verify your information. Please take the time to do so as we want you to remain connected to Kappa Delta. Also, if you wish, please take a moment to review Harris Connect’s Privacy Policy at www.harrisconnect.com/privacy-policy so you can feel comfortable in giving them your information.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Cindy Mize at chapterhousing@kappadelta.org.

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2010 RENEWAL CONTEST UPDATE - KD Magazine Agency

As of January 15, 2010, we are more than half way to our goal of 6,652 renewals! We currently have 3,710 renewals, and more are coming in each day. Read on to hear about the contest and what you can win by renewing your magazines.

Last year, the 2008-2009 magazine campaign resulted in 6,152 renewals. This is great, but we can do better. We have set a goal to increase that amount by 500. So, here is where the contest comes in...

If the Kappa Delta Magazine Agency hits the magic number of 6,652 renewals or above during this 2009-2010 campaign, each KD renewing subscriptions herself or selling a renewal will have her name entered into a drawing to win a $500 cash prize!!! The prize will be distributed as follows: $50 to the lucky KD and $450 to her KD group of choice—chapter, alumnae chapter, house corporation or the Kappa Delta Foundation. Each renewal will receive one entry, so multiple renewals increase your chances of winning.

The important part is that we must reach our goal of 500 additional renewals or more in order to trigger the contest and the $500 prize. So...renew, renew, renew...it is easy to do!

When you renew your existing subscription through the Kappa Delta Magazine Agency, nearly 50 percent of the proceeds of your subscription money goes to the chapter house fund. If you renew directly with the publisher, all of the money goes to the publisher, and Kappa Delta gets none of it. If you are paying the same amount of money either way, wouldn't you rather have your money go to help Kappa Delta?

Studies show that the average household spends $200 per year on magazine subscriptions. If every KD alumna renewed her subscriptions through the Kappa Delta Magazine Agency, it would help Kappa Delta immensely.

Important point: You did not have to purchase the initial subscription through the Kappa Delta Magazine Agency in order to renew through the Kappa Delta Magazine Agency.

QSP has a wide selection of magazines. They are more than 750 magazine, book and music titles to choose from and it accepts Master Card and VISA. Because QSP is the largest publisher clearinghouse in the United States, it can offer more choices and lower prices than any other vendor.

Follow the instructions below to take you to the QSP Web site dedicated to Kappa Delta Sorority so you can process your renewal.
Go to kd.efundraising.com 1. Type the name of your collegiate or alumnae chapter.
2. Click on the “Find” button.
3. When “Search Results” are displayed, click on the name of your collegiate or alumnae chapter.
4. This will take you to your collegiate or alumnae chapter’s personalized Web page.
5. Click on “Shop for Magazines” to access the online store.
6. Choose the magazines you want, (be sure to check renewal) and proceed to checkout. The renewal amount of issues will be automatically tacked on to the end of your current subscription.
If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Mize at 901-371-6357 or by e-mail at magazineagency@kappadelta.org.

Sales tip: Are you a doctor? Married to a doctor? Family member a doctor? Neighbor a doctor? Go to a doctor? Doctor’s offices (and other health professionals) are great sources of sales and renewals as we all peruse their magazines in the waiting room. What about hair/beauty salons? Same thing...they are great sources of sales/renewals.

Any professional who has a waiting room is a great person to approach about renewing subscriptions through the magazine agency. Then, once they see how easy it is to do, you can just give them a reminder each year to renew.

For most alumnae, magazine ordering has changed greatly from when they were in a collegiate chapter and has become easy and efficient and most of all, reliable. QSP has created a SHORT video that shows just how easy this is. To view click here.

Give it a try today—you will be pleasantly surprised!

Delta Gamma - Western Kentucky Reunion

A planning committee is in the early stages for reunion festivities for Delta Gamma - Western Kentucky Homecoming 2010! If you pledged from 1993-2003 and are interested in helping us plan for next year, please contact Lauren Brindle Singdahlsen at brindlewku@yahoo.com or Bonnie Holt Logsdon at bonnieholt78@hotmail.com. This will be an every five year event during Homecoming weekend at WKU. More information in coming months as the 2010 Homecoming date is TBA.

Save the Date! Texas State Day Being Planned

SAVE THE DATE! - Texas State Day 2010 will be held on March 6, 2010, at the Gateway Center at the University of North Texas. More details to follow soon! For information, contact Patti Roberts Smith at prsmith@live.com.

Sigma Epsilon - Texas Planning 30th Anniversary Celebration

Sigma Epsilon - Texas is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its recolonization July 9-11, 2010, in Austin. All collegians and alumnae of the chapter are encouraged to attend. We are also looking for all of the fabulous Texas alumnae of other Kappa Delta chapters who helped to make the recolonization happen back in the summer of 1980. Please contact Carol Stancil Edwards (SE'84) at csered@sbcglobal.net to join the planning committee, to help coordinate your pledge class, or if you were involved in the recolonization or have supported Sigma Epsilon over the past 30 years. We want to honor you and celebrate this chapter with you! Look for more information to follow soon!

Save the Date! Ohio State Day Being Planned

Save the date! The Ohio State Day will be held July 23 - 24, 2010. Guest speaker will be Margaret Holt Duncan, former national vice president-membership. Watch for more details. For more information, contact Beth at bconeglio@gmail.com.

Southern California KD State Day Planned

Save the Date! The Southern California KD State Day will be held on May 1, 2010. Check-in will be begin at 11 a.m. Lil Leslie, Kappa Delta Foundation chairman, will be the featured speaker. For more information, contact Julie at julieanderson@roadrunner.com.

Zeta Beta - Union University Planning Anniversary Celebration

Zeta Beta - Union is planning its 20th anniversary celebration on February 13, 2010 at the Carl Grant Events Center at Union University in Jackson. The lunch will begin at 11:30 p.m. with campus and KD house tours, alumnae meet and greet, and initiation of Zeta Beta's 2009 pledge class. All events will conclude around 9:30 p.m. For more information, contact Marci Davis at S1045300@my.uu.edu.

NATIONWIDE - Events and opportunities are now being posted for February, March and April. Send your information directly to Kappa Delta by the 15th of each month for inclusion in the KD Connect.


ARKANSAS

ARKANSAS - Join members of the Central Arkansas alumnae chapter on March 7, time to be announced for its Shamrock After Hours Shopping Event at White House Black Market. 10% of all sales will support Women and Children 1st (http://www.wcfarkansas.org/), a local organization helping to protect women and children from abusive situations, and Kappa Delta's Children in Need Fund. Come and enjoy some appetizers with a friend and go shopping for a great cause! RSVP to Rachel at centralarkansaskd@hotmail.com.

CALIFORNIA

CALIFORNIA - Save the Date! The Southern California KD State Day will be held on May 1, 2010. Check-in will be begin at 11 a.m. Lil Leslie, Chairman, Kappa Delta Foundation chairman, will be the featured speaker. For more information, contact Julie at julieanderson@roadrunner.com.

FLORIDA

FLORIDA - Join the Southwest Florida alumnae chapter for its Shamrock Brunch on March 13, time to be announced at the Crossings Clubhouse. More details to follow. For more information, contact Brenda at b_vanderheyden@hotmail.com.

FLORIDA - Join the Tallahassee, Fla., alumnae chapter for the Tallahassee annual Panhellenic Luncheon and Silent Auction on February 6 at 11 a.m. at the Delta Delta Delta house. Beth Langford, KD National President, is the featured speaker. For more information, contact tallahasseekdaa@hotmail.com.

GEORGIA

GEORGIA - Join the Americus, Ga., alumnae chapter on February 9 at 6:30 p.m. for its monthly meeting in the hospitality room on the campus of Georgia Southwestern. For more information, contact Kim at sellers6@mchsi.com.

GEORGIA - Join the Greater Atlanta Day, Ga., alumnae chapter for its monthly meeting on February 15 at 10:30 a.m. for the Fashion Forecast at the Neiman Marcus at Lenox Square. For more information, contact Dot at jmclendon@mindspring.com.

GEORGIA - Join the Greater Atlanta Day, Ga., alumnae chapter for its Shamrock Event- Run Dahlonega on March 6, time to be announced. Members will be working with with the Epsilon Gamma Chapter at North Georgia College and State University. For more information, contact Dot at jmclendon@mindspring.com.

GEORGIA - Join the Gwinnett County, Ga., alumnae chapter on February 16 at 7 p.m. at Build-a-Bear, Mall of Georgia in Buford, for a night of fun with local Girl Scouts. More details to follow. For more information, contact Nikki at knchunn@yahoo.com.

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS - Join members of the Chicago Northwest Suburban, Ill., alumnae chapter for its monthly meeting on February 8 at 7 p.m. at the home of Dorothy Portiera. Come and join members for a night of fun, food, and friendship! For more information, contact Leah at leahmarie_81@hotmail.com.

IOWA

IOWA - Join members of the Central Iowa alumnae chapter on February 8 at 7 p.m. for a cookie party at the home of Lois Kiester. Please bring your favorite cookie recipe and all ingredients necessary to make it (note: it helps to pre-measure and baggie!). All cookies made that night will be divvied up and each member will take home a few cookies from every batch! For more information, contact Nicole at nscott24@gmail.com.

KENTUCKY

KENTUCKY - A planning committee is in the early stages for reunion festivities for Delta Gamma - Western Kentucky Homecoming 2010! If you pledged from 1993-2003 and are interested in helping us plan for next year, please contact Lauren Brindle Singdahlsen at brindlewku@yahoo.com or Bonnie Holt Logsdon at bonnieholt78@hotmail.com. This will be an every five year event during Homecoming weekend at WKU. More information in coming months as the 2010 Homecoming date is TBA.

MARYLAND

MARYLAND - The Baltimore, Md. alumnae chapter will celebrate its 65th Anniversary to the day on February 5, time to be announced with dinner at the Candlelight Inn in Catonsville, Md. For more information, please contact Cydny at kdcydny@hotmail.com.

MICHIGAN

MICHIGAN - Save the date! The Michigan State Day will be held on April 9 -10 in East Lansing, Mich., at the East Lansing Marriott at University Place. Julie Johnson, former national president and current NPC delegate, will be the keynote speaker. Some planned activities include a tour of the Alpha Alpha house, Live Great workshops, alumnae inductions into the Nautilus, White Rose, Emerald and Diamond Circle plus many other fun events. For more information, contact tricounty_ac@yahoo.com or 734-927-4108.

MINNESOTA

MINNESOTA - Join members of the Twin Cities, Minn., alumnae chapter on February 10 at 6:30 p.m. for a pre-Valentine's celebration and auction at the home of Sue Mickelberg. Funds raised will go toward support of the Sigma Sigma and Sigma Psi chapters. For more information, contact Sue at Sbmickel@aol.com.

MISSOURI

MISSOURI - Join members of the St. Louis, Mo., alumnae chapter for its dessert meeting on February 11, time to be announced at the home of Sally Hanson. For more information, contact Adrienne at aevh@charter.net.

MISSOURI - Join members of the St. Louis, Mo., alumnae chapter for its Shamrock planning meeting on March 11, time to be announced at the home of Carolyn Cotta. For more information, contact Adrienne at aevh@charter.net.

OHIO

OHIO - Save the date! The Ohio State Day will be held July 23 - 24, 2010. Guest speaker will be Margaret Holt Duncan, former National Vice President Membership. Watch for more details. For more information, contact Beth at bconeglio@gmail.com.

OHIO - Join the Columbus, Ohio, alumnae chapter on March 21, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. for its Philanthropy workshop and purse drive at the Sigma Kappa chapter house at Ohio State University. Member’s will be making fleece blankets for oncology ward and collecting new or gently used purses to donate to local women’s shelter. For more information, contact Debbie Conway at dconway6@att.net.

OHIO - Join the Columbus, Ohio, alumnae chapter for the Ohio State Day 2010 on July 24, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Little Bear Golf Club in Lewis Center, Ohio (suburb of Columbus). Guest speaker will be Former National Vice President-Membership, Margaret Holt Duncan. Registration information will be sent to all Ohio alumnae chapter presidents. If you would like more information concerning State Day, please contact Debbie Conway at dconway6@att.net or at 419-283-2084. Come join us overnight or for the day. Hotel information will be included with registration information or you can make your own arrangements. All reservations for the luncheon must be paid for by July 1, 2010. Late reservations can only be accepted if someone else cancels.

OKLAHOMA

OKLAHOMA - Join members of the Norman, Okla., Area alumnae chapter for a night of fun, friendship and fancy cards on February 4 at 7 p.m. at the home of Leslie Ogle. Cost is $5 to cover the cost of card supplies. Refreshments provided. For more information, contact Leslie at tennilledds@cox.net.

SOUTH CAROLINA

SOUTH CAROLINA - Join members of the Florence Area/Palmetto, S.C., alumnae chapter on February 5 at 7 p.m. at Percy and Willie's. For more information, contact palmettoaaofkd@hotmail.com.

SOUTH CAROLINA - Join members of the Florence Area/Palmetto, S.C., alumnae chapter on March 27, time to be announced as they assist the Epsilon Psi chapter with it's annual Shamrock Event. For more information, contact palmettoaaofkd@hotmail.com.

TENNESSEE

TENNESSEE - Zeta Beta - Union is planning its 20th anniversary celebration on February 13, 2010 at the Carl Grant Events Center at Union University in Jackson. The lunch will begin at 11:30 p.m. with campus and KD house tours, alumnae meet and greet, and initiation of Zeta Beta's 2009 pledge class. All events will conclude around 9:30 p.m. For more information, contact Marci Davis at S1045300@my.uu.edu.

TENNESSEE - Join the Nashville, Tenn., alumnae chapter at the Panhellenic Luncheon and Silent Auction on March 6 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Richland Country Club. This annual luncheon benefits the Nashville area Panhellenic Scholarship Fund. Tickets to this event are $30 and may be purchased through the "Donate Online" section of www.nashvillekdaa.com. For additional information or to donate a silent auction item, please visit the "Calendar of Events" section of the website.

TENNESSEE - Join the Nashville, Tenn., alumnae chapter for an evening of pizza and pottery painting on March 25 from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. The event will be held at Brushfire Studios, 4004 Hillsboro Pk. #150 in Nashville. For additional information, please visit the "Calendar of Events" section of www.nashvillekdaa.com.

TENNESSEE - Join the Nashville, Tenn., alumnae chapter as members extend the Cinco de Mayo celebration at Lime Restaurant, 1904 Broadway in Nashville. The event will be held on May 6 from 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. For additional information, please visit the www.nashvillekdaa.com.

TEXAS

TEXAS - SAVE THE DATE! Texas State Day 2010 will be held on March 6, 2010 at the Gateway Center at University of North Texas. More details to follow in the coming months! For information, contact Patti Roberts Smith at prsmith@live.com.

TEXAS - Sigma Epsilon - University of Texas is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its recolonization July 9-11, 2010 in Austin. All collegians and alumnae of the chapter are encouraged to attend. We are also looking for all of the fabulous Texas alumnae of other Kappa Delta chapters who helped to make the recolonization happen back in the summer of 1980. Please contact Carol Stancil Edwards (SE">csered@sbcglobal.net to join the planning committee, to help coordinate your pledge class, or if you were involved in the recolonization or have supported Sigma Epsilon over the past 30 years. We want to honor you and celebrate this chapter with you! Look for more information to follow soon!

TEXAS - SAVE THE DATE! Gamma Upsilon - Texas A&M-Commerce (formerly East Texas State University) will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with a reunion on May 8, 2010. Lunch will be held in the MSC. More news of the festivities coming soon. For more information, contact Shirley at dramamama6@aol.com.

TEXAS - Join members of the Richardson/Plano, Texas alumnae chapter on February 11 at 7 p.m. at Polo Nails. Join us for wine, appetizers and manicures/pedicures with your KD sisters! For more information, contact Katy McFarland at Kathy.McFarland@mobilexusa.com.

TEXAS - Join members of the San Antonio, Texas, alumnae chapter at its Shamrock “Chari-Tea” to benefit Healthy Families San Antonio and Prevent Child Abuse America on February 28, 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. at Sally Cheever Girl Scout Center for Southwest Texas, 811 N. Coker Loop Road. The event will involve a high tea and a presentation about tea history and etiquette. Reservations are due Februare 20. Cost: $30 per person. Contact: Leslie McLean, 858-5494 or lesliemclean@gmail.com.

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