Programs and Service Projects Overview

Gamma Gamma Program Schedule

2022-2023

SEP 15        AMY NOVICK, CLUTTER CARE

Need some help getting organized? Amy has some answers! She will focus on home organization as well as digital organization.                                                    

SERVICE PROJECT:  school supplies – Tish Chapman and Michelle Baldwin will coordinate.

 

OCT 18      CURRENT EDUCATORS DISCUSSION

Panel discussion will take place dealing with the pandemic classroom. A variety of

presenters will speak about the challenges as well as the good things that came about as a result of the pandemic. The discussion will be moderated by our own Denise Pawelczyk.

SERVICE PROJECT:  underwear and socks for elementary students (will continue throughout the year) JoAnn Bechtold will coordinate.

 

NOV 13     LINCOLNSHIRE MARRIOTT THEATER OUTING:  MUSICAL

A  CHRISTMAS STORY

Arrangements:  Honora Quinn and Sharon Froehlich

1:00 show with dinner afterward (Nov. 6 back-up date) Ticket price is to be

determined. Dinner will be self-pay.

SERVICE PROJECT:  gloves, mittens, hats, snow pants and boots for students (parking lot pick up) Matina Kantzavelos will coordinate.                

 

DEC 6        DKG ANNUAL HOLIDAY AUCTION   

Our big fundraising event for the year! Bring an item to be auctioned or get creative and put together a fun basket for the silent auction. Cash donations are also welcome. Invite friends to join us.

SERVICE PROJECT:  Bring items to auction or cash donations.  There will be a drop box for gift cards for mentors to use for their grant recipients and collegiate members. Gerie Kay will coordinate.

 

2023

JAN 31      MARTINA MATHISEN: ARCHITECTURAL TOUR OF THE WORLD – ZOOM        .

7:008:00 p.m.  Speaker via Zoom (in the comfort of your home)

SERVICE PROJECT:  Schools for Africa monetary donations – Cindy Sheely will coordinate.

 

MAR 16     PATTI SMOLIN: THE MAGIC OF THRIFTING

Patricia Smolin is a life-long thrifter, encouraging others to explore treasurers at local thrift stores, consignment shops, estate/garage sales, and reputable online forums. Score unique and vintage finds, add spice to your wardrobe and furnishings while saving precious dollars. Thrifting reduces our demands on the environment when we actively choose to reuse and repurpose quality items. Please join this presentation to learn tips of the trade, and how to craft a thrift adventure or clothes swap with friends.

SERVICE PROJECT:  backpacks – Keri Gold and Debbie Faems will coordinate.

 

APR 4        CANDIDATES FOR MEMBERSHIP ‘GET-ACQUAINTED TEA’, EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING                                      

New member candidates will meet Executive Board members and learn about the history and purposes of the society.  Following the tea, Executive Board members will participate in a planning meeting.       

APR 20-23          DKG Illinois State Organization CONVENTION (Art Mart donations) Visit DKG Illinois State Organization website www.deltakappagamma.org for further information.

MAY 9       GAMMA GAMMA’S ANNUAL SPRING CELEBRATION OF MEMBERSHIP

Please join us in celebrating another great year! The afternoon will begin with the business of inducting new members and Chapter recognitions. Next will be the awarding of recruitment grants, the Literacy Award, and Chapter scholarships. This is the final celebration of the year.  This is a wonderful opportunity for everyone to spend time together while celebrating Chapter successes and accomplishments. Please make a point to attend and help celebrate award winners and each other. We hope to see all members at this banquet!                               

JULY         DKG INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION – Visit DKG website for when and where details.

SEP 12*      BUNCO GAME NIGHT

Come spend some time with your Gamma Gamma sisters with this fun dice game.

SERVICE PROJECT:  TBD

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