







FUTURE CALENDAR OF MNWT AND DISTRICT 7 EVENTS
Click to view Official MNWT Master Calendar with all the dates. Listed below are some "key" dates of upcoming events. Those with deadlines (fast starts, membership, transmittals, reports, nominations, competitions, certifications, etc.) will want to refer to the official calendar.
The following items will be posted under Events on first page as room provides. If there are other items that should be posted from the Official Calendar, please let Bonnie O. know.
November 13-14 Winter Exec Council, location TBD (no SCWT members serving on Exec Council) November 23 State President Jen's Birthday!!! January 29-31 Winter State Convention, St. Louis Park February 28 Prom Dress Project w/Gruber's Quilt Shop March 26 Area 2 meeting, location to be announced april 18-24 National Volunteer Week April 24 LOTS (Local Officer Training Session), location to be announced May 21-23 Annual Convention, Alexandria June 10-13 USWT National Convention, Rochester, MN, details TBA
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The MNWT Marketing Committee has selected the Shriner's Hospital as the 2009-2010 statewide Buckets of Sunshine project. Click for MNJOTS information regarding the project. Another link will be provided when information is available or visit the mnwt.org website or contact the MNWT Marketing Chair for more information.
Our chapter can choose to support this project through donations/ideas. |
Living & Learning -- OPEN LPM
See SPM Fall State CIP for civic and spiritual growth info. |
Youth of Today -- Julie M LPM
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Community Connections -- OPEN LPM
Friendship Ventures is always looking for donations to help support the programs they offer to the children and adults with disabilities attending their camps. Click to view their wish list. Donations will be collected at state conventions and can also be dropped off since they are not too far down the road.
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Winter State MNWT State Convention 60th Anniversary!! Doubletree Park Place Golden Valley January 29-31, 2010
Registration by: January 13, 2010 Rooms Reserved by: January 7, 2010
As of 10/20 those considering attending: Ginny (full), Cindy (Friday/Saturday); Bonnie (Sat only at this time)
First Convention?? There are "First Timer" funds available to help offset your registration--be sure to ask!
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Public Relations -- OPEN., LPM
Get ideas from SPM Fall State CIP. Brochure Contest at Winter State.
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Records & Recognition -- Roxanne R. LPM
Highlights from Fall State CIP: Mid-Year Evals (pres/sd), Chapter Scrapbook Contest at Annual Awards, USWT Project Recognition When doing visitations to other chapters, be sure to get an item signed from their president or representative and provide to Ginny for Success!! |
United States Women of Today
president@uswt.org
USWT Year-End Convention June 10-13; Rochester, MN Details TBA
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Minnesota Women of Today Chapter Service Center PO Box 232 Anoka, MN 55303 763-421-4718 mnwtcsc@att.net or csc@mnwt.org |
Hearing and Service Dogs of Minnesota -- Nancy W LPM MNWT Priority Project Area 2009-2012
* Monthly meetings "Pick a Bone" remember to bring your items, also $$ for water dish! * Challenge out to district chapters to raise at least $50 for district purchase of large item.
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Women's Wellness -- Patti H. LPM
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Ways and Means -- OPEN LPM
Spice Gift Paks $15: Place orders with Elaine by Dec 15 meeting. United Way Designations: When contributing to United Way, you can indicate St. Cloud Women of Today as "other" recipient. Be sure to make a copy of your donation to submit to Minnesota Women of Today Foundation as the proceeds come back to the chapter. Cub Receipts, October, November & December receipts to Jane H. State Store items are online to look at and to order. Sweatshirts, coffee mugs, notepads, pens, and more! Check it out at www.mnwt.org!
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Meeting Hostess Duties Members are needed to host the General Membership Meetings. Responsibilities include: contacting members and prospectives of meeting; call Girl Scout Office (252-2952) and arrange for key pickup; room setup and clean up; bring snack(s) and beverage, cups, napkins or whatever may be needed. You may coordinate this with other people instead of working solo. For 2009-10, the host will also be responsible for bringing a "fun" activity to the meeting she is hosting. Many of you have already signed up for a month. Thank you!
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This page was last updated on: November 13, 2009
The Granite Hub St. Cloud Women of Today Newsletter Vol. 11 No 7 November 2009 |
Contact Information: St. Cloud Women of Today P.O. Box 7836 St. Cloud, MN 56302 stcloudwot@hotmail.com http://stcloudwot.homestead.com/home.html |
Meeting Hostess Duties Members are needed to host the General Membership Meetings. Responsibilities include: contacting members and prospectives of meeting; call Girl Scout Office (252-2952) and arrange for key pickup; room setup and clean up; bring snack(s) and beverage, cups, napkins or whatever may be needed. You may coordinate this with other people instead of working solo. For 2009-10, the host will also be responsible for bringing a "fun" activity to the meeting she is hosting. Many of you have already signed up for a month. Thank you!
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Ways and Means -- OPEN LPM
Spice Gift Paks $15: Place orders with Elaine by Dec 15 meeting. United Way Designations: When contributing to United Way, you can indicate St. Cloud Women of Today as "other" recipient. Be sure to make a copy of your donation to submit to Minnesota Women of Today Foundation as the proceeds come back to the chapter. Cub Receipts, October, November & December receipts to Jane H. State Store items are online to look at and to order. Sweatshirts, coffee mugs, notepads, pens, and more! Check it out at www.mnwt.org!
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Good and Welfare from our Members!! Submit 'fairy' nice notes to Bonnie O for publication! Congratulations President Ginny on receiving the MNWT Presidential Medallion!
Congratulations Cindy U., USWT Chaplain, on receiving the USWT Presidential Medallion, USWT Programming Award of Excellence, and honorary North Dakota key woman!
Congratulations Nancy W on receiving Project of Trimester for "Pass the Bone" for Hearing & Service Dogs of Minnesota!
Congratulations and thank you Drayon Slayers of the month: Janel and Karen for the Scrapbooking Event!
Come and Check Us Out! Be sure to share the opportunity for growth and friendship by inviting your friends & family to join us at our activities!! Membership is open to anyone over age 18.
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DISTRICT 7 NEWS UPDATE
Becker (2nd Monday), Big Lake (1st Tuesday) Foley (2nd Monday), Monticello (1st Thursday) Rice (4th Tuesday), St. Cloud (3rd Tuesday), St. Joseph (3rd Wednesday), Sauk Rapids (1st Monday) |
Membership Update Chaairperson Karen
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!! "The Amazing Race--St. Cloud" Sat. November 21 in afternoon 1 p.m. MT's on 8th, 2022 8th Street N
Provide Karen with contact information for individuals to invite to upcoming events. The more the merrier! Volunteer, network, and HAVE FUN!!!
We'd love to have you plan/host a fun social event, provide details to Karen!
Membership Dues: Membership dues are $40 as of 5/09. |
Meeting Hostesses 2009-10
May 19 - June 16 - Roxanne R/Pattie H July 21 - Terri C August 18 - Bonnie O September 15 -Nancy W October 20 - Terri C. November 17 - Pattie, Bonnie December 15 - Holiday Party--Karen C. January 19- Cindy U. February 16 - March 16- April 20- |
Women's Wellness -- Patti H. LPM
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Hearing and Service Dogs of Minnesota -- Nancy W LPM MNWT Priority Project Area 2009-2012
* Monthly meetings "Pick a Bone" remember to bring your items, also $$ for water dish! * Challenge out to district chapters to raise at least $50 for district purchase of large item.
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DISTRICT, STATE AND NATIONAL INFORMATION State Delegate Information |
Minnesota Women of Today Chapter Service Center PO Box 232 Anoka, MN 55303 763-421-4718 mnwtcsc@att.net or csc@mnwt.org |
United States Women of Today
president@uswt.org
USWT Year-End Convention June 10-13; Rochester, MN Details TBA
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District 7 Women of Today District Director Judy W, Sauk Rapids dd07@mnwt.org
D7 Holiday Party details TBA Attending: ??
Contact Ginny or Terri for more information.
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CHAPTER PROGRAMMING -- EXTERNAL contact Janel B 229.2774 or jbitzan@charter.net if you have an interest in the following areas:
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Records & Recognition -- Roxanne R. LPM
Highlights from Fall State CIP: Mid-Year Evals (pres/sd), Chapter Scrapbook Contest at Annual Awards, USWT Project Recognition When doing visitations to other chapters, be sure to get an item signed from their president or representative and provide to Ginny for Success!! |
Public Relations -- OPEN., LPM
Get ideas from SPM Fall State CIP. Brochure Contest at Winter State.
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Winter State MNWT State Convention 60th Anniversary!! Doubletree Park Place Golden Valley January 29-31, 2010
Registration by: January 13, 2010 Rooms Reserved by: January 7, 2010
As of 10/20 those considering attending: Ginny (full), Cindy (Friday/Saturday); Bonnie (Sat only at this time)
First Convention?? There are "First Timer" funds available to help offset your registration--be sure to ask!
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** See Event Details below for additional information.**
Emphasis Month: November: Women's Wellness (MN), Focus on Women (US), Leadership Course (US) December: Extensions (US), Membership (US)
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CHAPTER PROGRAMMING -- INTERNAL Contact Bonnie O 224.1167 or sbsbo@frontiernet.net if you have an interest in the following areas! |
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Visit Us Today!
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Board Members 2009-10
President - Ginny W State Delegate - Terri C Programming VP - Janel/Bonnie Membership VP - Karen C Secretary -Roxanne R Treasurer - Julie M COB/Parliamentarian - Jane H Sunshine Reporters--Nancy W Director--Pattie H
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Message from St. Cloud Chapter President Ginny
Hey there ladies!!! Update from Ginny coming soon!!
Always, Ginny Winkelman 2009-2010 Chapter President
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Community Connections -- OPEN LPM
Friendship Ventures is always looking for donations to help support the programs they offer to the children and adults with disabilities attending their camps. Click to view their wish list. Donations will be collected at state conventions and can also be dropped off since they are not too far down the road.
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Youth of Today -- Julie M LPM
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Living & Learning -- OPEN LPM
See SPM Fall State CIP for civic and spiritual growth info. |
LPM Positions
Living & Learning- OPEN Newslet - OPEN Public Relations - OPEN Records & Recognition - Roxanne R Ways and Means - OPEN Community Connections-OPEN Hearing and Service Dogs of MN - Nancy W Womens Wellness- Patti H. Youth of Today-Julie M State Buckets of Sunshine-Nancy W/Karen C |
BYLAW/POLICY REVIEW Date TBA Let Jane H know of any updates/changes that are needed.
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Programming Info
Be sure to read the updates in the programming areas later in this issue. We still have a few LPM positions to fill...please consider sharing your talents in one of these positions! An LPM oversees the area and shares pertinent information and does not need to chair projects in the area!!
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November Nov 17 6:30 p.m. Social; 7 p.m. Chapter Meeting General Membership, Girl Scout Office, 117 4th Street South, Waite Park Soup and bread served--donations for "No Blue Christmas"; BRING details of a family to nominate for No Blue Christmas so chapter can vote on this year's recipients, bring contact info for prospectives for Nov. 21, bring Cub receipts Nov 21 "The Amazing Race--St. Cloud", 1 p.m., MT's on 8th, 2022 8th Street N Nov 23 MNWT State President Jen's Birthday December Dec 15 NOTE LOCATION CHANGE 6:30 p.m. Social; 7 p.m. Holiday Party, Karen Cogger's home. First name potluck (bring a dish to share that begins with the initial of your first name.) Dec 18 Gift Wrapping, Barnes & Noble, 4-9 p.m. (pending approval by membership, volunteers needed) January Jan 19 6:30 p.m. Social; 7 p.m. Chapter Meeting General Membership, Girl Scout Office, 117 4th Street South, Waite Park.
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The MNWT Marketing Committee has selected the Shriner's Hospital as the 2009-2010 statewide Buckets of Sunshine project. Click for MNJOTS information regarding the project. Another link will be provided when information is available or visit the mnwt.org website or contact the MNWT Marketing Chair for more information.
Our chapter can choose to support this project through donations/ideas. |



FUTURE CALENDAR OF MNWT AND DISTRICT 7 EVENTS
Click to view Official MNWT Master Calendar with all the dates. Listed below are some "key" dates of upcoming events. Those with deadlines (fast starts, membership, transmittals, reports, nominations, competitions, certifications, etc.) will want to refer to the official calendar.
The following items will be posted under Events on first page as room provides. If there are other items that should be posted from the Official Calendar, please let Bonnie O. know.
November 13-14 Winter Exec Council, location TBD (no SCWT members serving on Exec Council) November 23 State President Jen's Birthday!!! January 29-31 Winter State Convention, St. Louis Park February 28 Prom Dress Project w/Gruber's Quilt Shop March 26 Area 2 meeting, location to be announced april 18-24 National Volunteer Week April 24 LOTS (Local Officer Training Session), location to be announced May 21-23 Annual Convention, Alexandria June 10-13 USWT National Convention, Rochester, MN, details TBA
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STATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS
For those interested in what happens behind the scenes, consider attending a state committee meeting. Attendance is open to everyone and Ginny can earn "Success" points for your visit!
Billy's Bar & Grill, 214 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303
November 8 Future Directions, Marketing, Membership Management Committee meetings December 5 Marketing and Membership Management Committee meetings January 2 Mid-year budget review meeting; Finance meeting January 9 MNWT Foundation and Future Direction meetings, location TBD March 6 Finance meeting March 13 March Planning, location TBD March 20 Marketing and Membership Management committees, location TBD April 11 Future Directions meeting, location to be announced April 17 MNWT Foundation meeting, location TBD May 28 Finance meeting, Budget review May 29-30 Staff Training for MNWT Staff 2010-2011 June 4-6 MNJOTS, Cragun's for MNWT Exec Council 2010-2011
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OTHER EVENTS OF INTEREST Community AND Other Women of Today Chapters
* Join Facebook and join other Women of Today Facebook groups * Check out the Minnesota WT Yahoo group for valuable information, support, and feedback from others across the state, contact mvp@mnwt.org for more information. * Google Docs documents have been created for the Prom Dress Project with Grubers and "The Amazing Race--St. Cloud", if you would like access to these documents, email Bonnie at sbsbo@frontiernet.net
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Upcoming Visitations...contact these members if you are interested in joining them on their visits!
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