Welcome to Spring Sisters! I think it might finally be coming. The sun is shining, the snow is melting, and the birds are singing- sure signs of spring.
I have some sad news to share. The last founding sister of Tau State passed away on February 21, 2010 at the age of 100. Her name was Nyda Elizabeth Ehlert Swanson. She was a remarkable lady and educator. She was the founder of the School of Music at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Her service was at the Swanson Family Chapel at Boutwells Landing in Oak Park Heights. She most recently was a member of Sigma Chapter. We will honor her at the spring conference in April.
I hope you have all read and printed a copy of the Winter Edition of the North Star News. Robbie has again done an outstanding job of composing. Thank you to all the Committee Chairs who submitted articles and photos. Please read pages 4-6 to find out about the wonderful Spring Conference will be having at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Brooklyn Park on April 23-25. You will want to be there for the whole conference, beginning with Phillip Brunelle on Friday night . We are very fortunate to have him as our entertainment. There will be a concurrent session on Stress Relief for those not attending the Executive Board Meeting. With all the wonderful session topics and presenters, how can you choose just one for each session. I am especially interested in the session on Hearing and Service Dogs of Minnesota. My best friend's son was on the board a few years ago and I have been contributing ever since. Check out their website http://www.can-do-canines.org/
We are especially excited that our International Guest will be Glenda Reynolds, our Northwest Regional Director. She hails from Wyoming. She is very enthusiastic and dedicated to our society and you will surely want to meet her.
It is not too early to be thinking about attending the International Convention in Spokane, Washington July 20-24 and maybe even the Seminar in Purposeful Living in Tacoma, Washington July 15-18. Registration information is on the International Website and you can register for everything right online.
March is a month of renewal and I hope you will consider serving your chapter in a leadership role or committee chair for the next biennium.
For those of you who are Irish (as I am and very proud of it) I leave you with an Irish Blessing that was on the front of a St. Patrick's Day card I received in the mail today.
" May soft be the grass you walk on, May fair be the skies above you, May true be the joys that surround you, and May dear be the hearts that love you."
Cory
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Friday, January 8, 2010
Happy New Year - Happenings in 2010 for Tau State
Happy New Year to all Tau State Members,
I missed a December blog and hope all of you had a very happy holiday season with family and friends. Many of you may have had to change plans in spite of the weather but this is, of course, Minnesota.
I enjoyed visits to Beta Beta Chapter in November and Alpha Theta in December. Both evenings were delightful meeting and visiting with the chapter members and enjoying the refreshments and program.I have upcoming visits to Mu, Eta, and Nu chapters this spring. I look forward to being invited to each chapter during this biennium.
Our CHEERS committee is up and running. They have had some meetings with chapter leaders already and have more set up in the future. I hope every chapter will have representatives meet with them and give your input so we can keep Tau State active, "healthy", and successful.
Our Winter Executive Board Meeting will be on Saturday, February 6 at Spring Lake Park High School. Registration information will be forthcoming to state officers, committee chairs, and chapter presidents.
I hope all of you have received the summer and fall issues of the North Star News. Remember all issues will be electronically sent to chapter presidents who in turn will forward on to chapter members with email addresses and print copies for members who do not. The next issue (late February or early March) will have registration materials and information for the Spring Conference in Brooklyn Park on April 23-25. Glenda Reynolds, our Northwest Regional Representative, will be the International Guest. Registration materials and information will also be available on the state website www.deltakappagamma.org/MN in February.
We will be promoting the 2010 Interntional Convention in Spokane, Washington, July 20-24. There will also be a Seminar for Purposeful Living in Tacoma, Washington a few days prior to the convention. Check out the International website for more information www.deltakappagamma.net
I hope when you read this blog you will respond with questions, concerns, or ideas for Tau State. We are here to serve our members.
Respectfully,
Cory
I missed a December blog and hope all of you had a very happy holiday season with family and friends. Many of you may have had to change plans in spite of the weather but this is, of course, Minnesota.
I enjoyed visits to Beta Beta Chapter in November and Alpha Theta in December. Both evenings were delightful meeting and visiting with the chapter members and enjoying the refreshments and program.I have upcoming visits to Mu, Eta, and Nu chapters this spring. I look forward to being invited to each chapter during this biennium.
Our CHEERS committee is up and running. They have had some meetings with chapter leaders already and have more set up in the future. I hope every chapter will have representatives meet with them and give your input so we can keep Tau State active, "healthy", and successful.
Our Winter Executive Board Meeting will be on Saturday, February 6 at Spring Lake Park High School. Registration information will be forthcoming to state officers, committee chairs, and chapter presidents.
I hope all of you have received the summer and fall issues of the North Star News. Remember all issues will be electronically sent to chapter presidents who in turn will forward on to chapter members with email addresses and print copies for members who do not. The next issue (late February or early March) will have registration materials and information for the Spring Conference in Brooklyn Park on April 23-25. Glenda Reynolds, our Northwest Regional Representative, will be the International Guest. Registration materials and information will also be available on the state website www.deltakappagamma.org/MN in February.
We will be promoting the 2010 Interntional Convention in Spokane, Washington, July 20-24. There will also be a Seminar for Purposeful Living in Tacoma, Washington a few days prior to the convention. Check out the International website for more information www.deltakappagamma.net
I hope when you read this blog you will respond with questions, concerns, or ideas for Tau State. We are here to serve our members.
Respectfully,
Cory
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Imagine and Inspire
November 11, 2009
I have created this blog for Tau State members to be informed of current information related to International and Tau State Delta Kappa Gamma Society International. It will also enable members to respond with questions and comments. I will try to have a link to the blog on the Tau State Website.
Today is Veteran's Day. We should pause to honor those who have or who are currently served in the military. Please thank them for their commitment to defending our country, its ideals, and freedom for others throughout the world. Imagine what our country would be like had they not fought to preserve our democracy and freedom. They have Inspired us for many generations and may it continue with future generations. Remember them by honoring them today and every day. Ask them to share a story with you about their experiences and service.
I have created this blog for Tau State members to be informed of current information related to International and Tau State Delta Kappa Gamma Society International. It will also enable members to respond with questions and comments. I will try to have a link to the blog on the Tau State Website.
Today is Veteran's Day. We should pause to honor those who have or who are currently served in the military. Please thank them for their commitment to defending our country, its ideals, and freedom for others throughout the world. Imagine what our country would be like had they not fought to preserve our democracy and freedom. They have Inspired us for many generations and may it continue with future generations. Remember them by honoring them today and every day. Ask them to share a story with you about their experiences and service.
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