2025

MINUTES OF MEETINGS

August 19, 2025

The meeting began promptly at 1pm.
The Pledge of Allegiance & the Club Collect were recited and a prayer by Diane was read.
The lunch hostesses, Lynn and Diane were thanked.

Guest Speaker:

Joseph Hunter - Diane then introduced her husband, who was our guest speaker, on Barbershop Harmony.
Joe has been a barbershop singer for over 50 years, beginning in college. He joined a chorus in Westchester County, NY, and later helped establish Manhattan’s Big Apple Chorus. He spent 12 years directing them while also directing Long Island’s Twin Shores Chorus for 15 years.  He took both choruses to perform in St. Petersburg, Russia in August  2001.   Joe has also been a certified performance judge for almost 30 years, judging contests on several continents multiple times. He has also been in several award winning quartets, his latest is called Trophy Husbands. The members live in 4 different states! Currently he is a member of the Southern Gateway Chorus of Cincinnati and the director of the Delta Kings of St. Bernard.  Joe showed us two videos:  one of the St Louis Ambassadors Of Harmony Chorus performing 76 Trombones complete with dance moves and costume changes mid song without missing a beat. The second video was of a quartet from Florida called Three and a half Men, who competed in Cleveland last year. They performed a medley of songs from The Wiz.  Groups come from all over the world to compete in the US over the Fourth of July and their performances are rated on many
aspects by an experienced panel of judges. Joe explained the origins of this truly American art form and answered questions about his hobby.

President.Report:
 

The ice cream social was on 8/14 and those who attended enjoyed it.
The Boos and Bags flyers are ready and tickets can be ordered on line or by giving a check to Bethany.  We are still in need of bottles of bourbon and gently used higher end purses.
September 16- at this meeting we will be fulfilling our National Day of Service obligation by having representatives from the Ion Center for Violence Prevention come to speak to us.

ESO will be on 8/27 at Mai Thai at 7pm to discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures.

9/20- District meeting takes place

11/15- Friendsgiving will take place at headquarters.

Vice President Report:

VP Lynn reported about the DAR’s Bunco Bash on 9/27.

Secretary Report:

Secretary Diane read the list of items that Ion needs and we can donate to help them: baby wipes, toilet paper, towels, laundry detergent, children’s underwear in sizes 5,6,7,8,and adult underwear all sizes, deodorant, pens and legal pads,gas cards and gently used strollers.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer Bethany handed out her always well done spread sheets.

Committees:

•   Environment-Mary told us about a webinar that will be presented in October by the Florence office of the Boone County Extension-Microplastics and their affect on our health.

•     Arts and Culture-Barb Scott reported that the Cincinnati Museum Center will have an exhibit of artifacts from Auschwitz and other concentration camps from the Holocaust from 10/18-04/26.
  
  

•    Kiwanis Boone County Event: Chris reported on the Kiwanis and upcoming fundraiser on 9/12 at Brianza.   It will benefit Go Pantry and Camp Corral.
  
  

September dates:

•    9/16-our next meeting.  Marlene and Janet are hosting and Ion Center visits

•    9/20-Distrct meeting
  
  

October:

• 10/2-Boos and Bags-at Triple Crown

•  10/21- general meeting

• 10/23-25-South Eastern Regional Conference
  
  

Meeting adjourned at 2:20pm.
Diane Hunter

July 15, 2025

The Monthly Meeting was called to order promptly at 1:00pm.
The Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect were recited and Diane read a prayer.
There were 17 members in attendance. As we had no hostesses for July, we had boxed lunches brought in from Publix.
 

Guest Speaker - Gina Vega, was introduced by Pat Yannarella.
Gina is the Outreach Creative Space Specialist for the mobile Boone County Laboratory.  She brings technology and innovations to the communities and schools so people can learn how to use the equipment and interact with it.  Gina was born in Mexico City where she earned a degree in computer science. After living in Costa Rica, she moved with her family to the United States in 2010.
Gina brought the 3D printer with her to demonstrate what it does and how it works. We were all very impressed!!
The mobile van is one of a kind and the Hebron branch of the library has the only 3D printer in the US. Boone County is extremely fortunate to have such innovative equipment available to everyone.
Gina demonstrated how long it takes to make an object.  The samples she brought varied from a beautiful vase to a bust of Lincoln, Christmas ornaments and toys.  It took 40 minutes to make a resin coin but the small bust of Lincoln took 10 hours to make! The printer uses rolls of resin plastic and a computer to create the articles. The library only charges by the weight of the article created- 5 cents per gram of material used. The machine is available by appointment.
In addition, the Walton branch, has two quilter machines available to the public.
 

New Business:

• October 2-Boo’s and Bags Fundraiser.  Mollie Lewis, president of New Riff Distilling in Newport, will be our guest speaker, Sharon and Diane will meet with the event planner at Triple Crown on July 16th to discuss the event and plan the menu.
  There will be a bourbon raffle and a silent auction of new and slightly used higher end handbags which the members will showcase.  A surprise will be in each bag. We are being asked to wear black to distinguish ourselves from the guests as the bags are being displayed.

• On September 20th, the Fall district meeting will take place with the venue still to be announced.

• July 18 & 19th.- The Summer Summit 2.0, will be held in Lexington

• ESO-the Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo will be discussed on July 31st at 6pm at Mai Thai in Florence.
  
  
  

1st VP Report:  Sue discussed the upcoming nominations and election for  the Executive Committee.
2nd VP Report:  Lynn announced that Joe Hunter would be discussing Barbershop harmony at the August meeting and highlights of his 50 year career in the Barbershop Harmony Society.  Lynn also announced that the DAR is having their Bunco Bash Fundraiser on 9/27 from 1-4 at Immanuel Church on Boone Aire Rd in Florence.  Doors open at 12:30!

Recording Secretary: Diane reminded us that a representative from the Ion Center for Violence Prevention will be with us in September and will fulfill our international day of service obligation.  We were sent a list of much needed items we can donate to help them assist families in crisis, many with young children. Among the items are baby wipes, deodorant, toilet paper, adult underwear- any size- children’s underwear sizes 4,5,6,7,8, towels, pens, legal size pads,  and gently used strollers.  This will be our last donation centered meeting of the year.

Treasurer’s Report:  Bethany gave her report.  After we send a $2000 check to Cancer Support Community, there will be a balance of $8,443.58, with one check still outstanding.

Committees:  Mary spoke passionately about the microscopic pieces of plastic that have been finding their way into our bodies for years. The increase in the use of plastics has led to a dramatic increase in dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, and other neurological maladies.

Upcoming Events:

August:

14th-Our second annual Ice Cream Social at Graeter’s at 6:30pm.
19-General meeting
27-ESO- Remarkably Bright Creatures at 7pm. Place to be announced

September:
 

16- General meeting.  Ion staff members to speak
20-District Meeting

October:
 

2- Boo’s and Bags at Triple Crown
21- General meeting- Pumpkin Decor
23-25- Southeastern Regional Conference

 December
 

16-annual Christmas luncheon at Triple Crown

Meeting was adjourned at 2:15 pm
 

Submitted by Diane Hunter

June 17, 2025

The monthly meeting began promptly at 1pm, following a lovely lunch prepared by Pat Y., Wilma, Jane and Jasbir. Our hostesses were thanked for their efforts.

15 members were in attendance.

The Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect were recited and a prayer by Diane was read.

Guest speaker,

Karen Class, Executive Director of New Hope Center was introduced.

This is a Pro Life Christian organization which began in 1989 in the basement of a local Baptist church. They now have 4 centers with the main office in Crestview Hills and the newest one in Indiana. Their mission is to demonstrate God’s love for His people by helping them face an unplanned pregnancy. They are an “No Abortion” organization offering sonograms and counseling.  85-90% of their clients choose life. Then the real work begins!!! Services are free and they also go into high schools to teach abstinence classes. One in 4 women choose abortions, so they also offer help and healing programs to women suffering the aftermath of having an abortion.
This year so far they have assisted 354 clients and have given out 21,000 diapers. Last year they gave away over 45,000 diapers. On May 17th, they sponsored a Walk for Life and their major fundraiser will be on October 7th. While the services are free, there is a nominal charge for the first sonogram.  Parenting classes are also taught and baby essentials given free when the classes are completed. Karen thanked us for all the diapers we donated to New Hope!

Officers Report:

President’s report:  for July, we will be able to order Boxed lunches from Publix.  A choice of Turkey and cheese or ham and cheese sandwiches, feta pasta salad and 2 cookies.  Please bring your own beverage. If you want to order this, please send $12 to Bethany by July 10th.

• The Summer Summit will be 7/18-19 at the Clarion Hotel in Lexington.
  Lynn: the DAR Bunco Bash fundraiser will be on Saturday September 27th from 1-4 at Immanuel Church in Florence.

• Diane:  Our Booze and Bags fundraiser will be on Thursday October 2 at Triple Crown.  Details to follow.

• Christmas Luncheon: We have been unable so far to find entertainment for our Christmas luncheon. Hopefully we can at least provide taped Christmas background music.
  
  
  

Committee Reports:

• Education and Library:  the Boone County Innovation Lab will be at our July meeting with their 3D printer.  Gina Vega will be here to demonstrate it.  

• Civic Engagement:  representatives from the Ion Center will speak to us in September. September 27 is our national day of service and we will be donating to this organization.

• Environment:  Mary showed us how to attract “good” insects to our garden to ward off aphids and other harmful insects.  These implements are made with pine cones, wood and bamboo pieces.

• ESO:  Thé Great Gatsby will be discussed on June 30th,  at 6 pm at Rafferty’s Restaurant in Florence. The July book is The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.
  
  

Note: We will soon be nominating a new board for the 2026-27 term.

The meeting was adjourned at 2:05 pm.

Submitted by Diane Hunter

 

May 20, 2025

Our meeting began promptly at 1 PM.  We had 14 attendees and one guest.
Our hostesses were Lana Kay, Chris and Mary Alice who provided us with a lovely luncheon which we all enjoyed.
The pledge of allegiance, the club collect and a prayer by Diane were recited.
 

Speaker:

Lynn introduced our speaker- our own Joyce Foley who showed us a presentation on the Barn Quilt Trail Project.
This project was inspired and made possible by Joyce and sponsored by the club. The project lasted from 2004-2017, with the club involvement from 2006.
In all, 92 8x8 painted boards were mounted on Barns around Boone County.  Joyce calculated that this project took thousands of hours of work on her part as well as her husband who made the frames for the boards.  Owen Electric also was involved by mounting the boards with their cherry picker!  The story of the Barn Quilt Trail appeared in several publications and also  won 4 awards through the years. Joyce also gave talks to 20 groups as well as the Boone County Historical Society.
The first board to go up was called the Kentucky Star.
Joyce thanked Steve Sturgil for his assistance in setting up this presentation so we could all enjoy it!
 

Old business:  

• Federation Day Recap several dozen ladies toured Frankfort.

• Secret Sister, we enjoyed the reveal at Barleycorn’s although we agreed that a year was a bit too long for this activity.

• Serve and Socialize Fair recap:  Sharon said 7 people showed interest in the club and one potential member will attend the June meeting.
   

Committees:

 Environment: Mary spoke about  how plastic now in the food chain is being blamed for today’s higher incidence of Alzheimer’s.
To keep additional plastic from entering the food chain, Sue made the motion first that we would bring our own cutlery for lunch with Mary seconding the motion but since the church hall has metal cutlery, we will use theirs and wash the items before we leave.
Health and Wellness:  Lana Kay spoke about our next speaker who is the executive director of New Hope Center.  We are being asked to donate diapers in size 4,5,6,and 7 and bring them to the next meeting.
 

Unfinished business continued:  We were all in agreement to donate $2,000 to Cancer Support Community.
 

New Business:
 

• Sharon presented the idea of a fall fundraiser called Booze and Bags, with this year having a Bourbon raffle as well as a designer purse raffle. Husbands and partners are invited to attend and the date of Thursday, October 2nd has been reserved at Triple Crown for a dinner fundraiser.   

• Sue spoke about the International Day of Service on September 27th.
  This year the theme is stopping violence against women.
  Our speaker in September from the civic engagement committee will be from the Ion center which was formerly called the Women’s crisis center and  fits in with the day of service.

• Bethany gave us the net profit from the April fundraiser as $4803.56.

• Our July meeting is on the 15th. However, no one has signed up to be hostesses for that month. If you have not volunteered as yet for the year, please consider doing so for this month.
   

ESO:  On May 30, we will meet at 6pm at Rafferty’s in Florence to discuss both the Art Forger and Come Fly the World.
Our next meeting is on June 17. ESO in June will be on the 25th and the book is F.Scott Fitzgerald’s the Great Gatsby. 

July will be the 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
 

Meeting was adjourned at 2:18 PM.

Submitted by Diane Hunter

March 18, 2025

Meeting began promptly at 1:00 pm.  We had assembled at 11:30 to prepare invitations for the April 15th fundraiser which were later mailed out.  We had 17 members at the meeting and our guest speaker, Dave Jardon.  Our luncheon hostesses were thanked.  Sue Kozlowski led the meeting in Sharon’s absence

The pledge of allegiance, club collect were said and, as well as a prayer written by Diane.

Speaker:

Dave Jardon, the founder of Kentucky Homeland Heroes. was our guest speaker and was introduced by Diane.

Colonel Dave is retiring this year after working for Delta for 35 years and knew he needed something worthwhile to do.  He started KHH to assist first responders and veterans in need. He told us that First Responders in rural Kentucky answer 911 calls with zero emergency supplies.  He is trying to supply these First Responders with a trauma kit.  He brought one with him to show us what makes one up. The cost is about $70 each, and he relies on donations like we brought today to make up these kits. Many of our rural counties have no funding for these items. We are lucky to live in Boone County as Dave said we have the best equipped First Responders in the state if not the country!  The mission of his organization is to better the lives of Veterans and first Responders.  They have been active in local disaster response, including the recent floods and tornadoes.

He and his wife have set up a 65 acre farm called Heroes Landing as a retreat and campsite that offers outdoor activities.

They have a good supply of chainsaws that they use to help clear devastated areas. They have a large van outfitted with tents, tarps, chain saws, a generator, and 15 volunteers can be quickly outfitted to head into a disaster area. They call these areas Battlefields without Bullets and Blood. They try to first help the families of the First Responders who are out helping others.  They work in 18 hour shifts to get as much done as possible in crisis situations .

It is important that these men and veterans not be isolated.  The average number of daily suicides among veterans and First Responders went from 22 to 30-37 during covid, mostly due to PTSD. Dave stresses Personal Traumatic Growth and What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger.

KHH is a 501C3 organization whose motto is Serving Those Who Protect.  Dave thanked us for the generous donations our members brought him.

Board Reports

• The State Convention will be from March 27-29 with Sharon and  Sue attending. If you have items to donate for the mental health basket, please contact Sharon.

• The Secret Sister Reveal will be on April 30th at 11:30 at the Pub in Crestview Hills. Please bring a small gift for the sister who has been gifting you!

• Serve and Socialize Fair on April 12 from 10-12,  Sharon will be there but 1-2 volunteers are also needed.

• Bethany was unable to attend to give the Treasurer Report but Sue collected  money for the Fundraiser luncheon.  Please send ticket money to Bethany.

Committee Reports:

• Arts and Culture

Barb reported on the possibility of an Art Museum outing and luncheon

In May, Joyce will give a talk on Barn Quilts

• Civic Engagement:  

in September, we will have a speaker from the ION organization-formerly known as the Women’s Crisis Center.

• Health and Wellness

Lana Kay reported on the negative impact of isolation. Very important to keep your brain active which also helps keep your body resilient.

• ESO will be on March 26 at Barley Corn’s in Florence at 6:30. We will discuss Tana French’s The Hunter.

Luncheon:  

• Those who signed up to assist in the set up, please come at 9:15 am to the club house at Triple Crown.

• The executive committee will meet on April 1 at the Florence Library from 2-4 to finalize luncheon details.

• On 4/11, volunteers will meet at 10 AM at Marlene’s to assemble baskets with a luncheon outing afterwards.

March Events:

• ESO on 3/26

• State Convention 3/37-29

April Events:

• 4/1-Board Meeting

• 4/5-Kiwanis Fundraiser.  Kiwanis Club of Boone County is having a Brunch and Bunny fundraiser and Easter Egg Hunt at the New Day Ranch in Verona

• 4/11-basket assembly at Marlene’s

• 4/15- Cancer Support Community Fundraiser

• ESO- The Art Forger by BA Shapiro, details TBA

• 4/30- Secret Sister Reveal at The Pub

Corrections were made to Mary Alice and Jane Smith’s phone numbers on the Member List. Joyce as always will correct the list.

We would be remiss not to thank Joyce for her continuing efforts and dedication towards our Fundraiser.  Once again, she went through the mailing list to eliminate unnecessary addresses to stream line it and cut down mailing costs.   Joyce we also applaud you for getting many donations to raffle off at the fundraiser!

The meeting adjourned at 2:15.

Submitted by

Diane Hunter

February 18, 2025

Florence  Woman’s Club Meeting began promptly at 1:00pm.
The pledge of Allegiance, the Club Collect and a prayer by Diane were recited.
16 members were in attendance and one guest- Marie Horton who joined the club
Our hostesses were Mary and Sue who provided us with a hot luncheon on a very cold day

Birthdays:  Lynn on 2/21 and Janet Davis on 2/29

Speaker:  

Sue gave an excellent presentation on the Leadership Advancement Plan. Each of us received a booklet of questions dealing with the qualities of a good leader.  There were no wrong answers as we each read what we had listed.  There were final thoughts geared towards leadership in the club and how we can use these traits to improve the club and our upcoming fundraiser.

Board Reports:

•  President:  we have filled the Hostess Sign Ups for the year

• Please give 2025 Dues to Sharon

• Convention: 3/28-3/29
  We are asked to donate a Mental Health Basket

• Secret Sister: we will have the reveal on April 30 at a lunch at the Pub.  Please bring a gift for the person who has been YOUR secret sister

•  VP Lynn:  we have filled all 10 dates for this year with speakers

• Secretary Diane:  next month Dave Jardon founder of Ky Hometown Heroes will speak to us on this organization. Please donate one or two items from the list of supplies he is trying to collect to make trauma kits for first responders in rural Kentucky:
  Bandaids,4x4 gauze pads, ace bandages, wipes, Nitrile gloves in XL, triple antibiotic cream
  Lynn gave out the list of items
  
  
  

Committees:

• Education and Library:  in July, the library’s mobile Innovation Lab will come to the parking lot for our perusal.

• Environment:  Mary discussed reusable utensils to cut down on plastic use
  Kroger will accept any plastic item with their name on it.   If we clean it, Mary will take it back to their Hub for us

• ESO:  discussion of the Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley will be on 2/26 at 6:30 at Washington Square Cafe in Burlington
  Book for March is The Hunter by Tana French

• Fundraiser Luncheon on 4/15.  The honoree is Cancer Support Community which our own Lynn attended.  Lynn brought in crafts she made there.  It offers fellowship and assistance to cancer patients in Northern Ky. We have been able to keep the ticket cost at $40.   If anyone requires a vegetarian or vegan meal at the luncheon, it can be arranged.
  There will be two new games:  a wine raffle and a 5x the amount envelope. More on these games to come.

New Business:

• March 18 regular meeting but we will meet at 11:30 to prepare the invitations for mailing for the 4/15 fundraiser.

• March 26:  ESO, The Hunter by Tana French

• March 28-29:  GFWCKY convention in Lexington

• April 11:  basket assembly at Marlene’s with lunch outing to follow

• April 15- fundraiser at Triple Crown

•  April 23- ESO- The Art Forger by B.A. Shapiro
  
  
  

The meeting was adjourned at 2:15pm
Submitted by Diane Hunter

January 21, 2025

The January 21st, 2025 Florence Woman’s Club meeting began promptly at 1:00 pm. 

We had 14 Members in attendance. The Pledge of Allegiance and the collect were recited and Diane read a prayer she composed. Hostess were  Sharon Price with assistance by Diane, Lynn, and Bethany.  We had one guest- Kate Wenzel, invited by Jo Ann Knock

Birthdays:  Joyce Foley was congratulated on hers.

Speaker:  

FWC member Vickie Gottfried, a therapist, gave a very interesting presentation on Mindfulness.  This is a philosophy that developed from Eastern Religions. It is based on a sense of living in the present. In our lives today, we are constantly bombarded with too much stimuli and challenges. We need to stop dwelling on things that happened in the past as this can increase our anxiety. We should try to be the observant self and look into ourselves.  Take a moment to step back and let your rational vs the emotional part of your brain take over.
Vicki helped us through a Mindfulness meditation. We focused on breathing and had a 10 minute session. There are websites available if we wanted to learn more-2 of them are:  The Mindful Movement and WiseMindBody.

President’s Report: 
The volunteer hours are needed for Sharon to finish her report.
Hostess sign up sheet- we still need July and November to be covered. Although the club officers are supposed to be exempt from from providing lunch, that has not been the case for us and the officers have provided lunch more than once in the 10 month cycle.  Also, the members who are Triple Crown members are the hostesses for our December luncheon as they provide us with the social time and drinks  before the luncheon begins.

ESO:  

we will be discussing Little Women on 1/22 at Washington Square in Burlington at 6:30.
January’s book is the Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley.

Leads Programs:

The convention will be held in Atlanta.  One member from each state attends. There will be nominations for Woman of the Year.  Joyce Foley had been a recipient of this honor in the past.

Dues:

The $40 yearly dues are due.

GFWC state convention in Lexington will be 3/28-29 at the Clarion Hotel.

First VP Report:  Sue discussed  whether or not we should renew our membership in the NKY Chamber of Commerce. The cost is $395 a year but every event has a fee attached and there are no programs for nonprofits. Sue made the motion to discuss continuance and Diane seconded.  The motion to discontinue membership was made and seconded and was unanimously upheld.
Sue also presented a report from Abraham’s Pantry.   We were mentioned as one of their donors in their annual report as we had donated to them for our National Day of Service. They also qualified for a $2500 grant from Lynn’s church-Gloria Dei Lutheran. 

Second VP Report:

 Lynn stated we still have openings for two more speakers and Lana Kay mentioned some organizations to contact.  Our topic in February  will be on Animal Rescue.

Secretary:

Diane said our topic in March will be Kentucky Hometown Heroes.  Our speaker, Dave Jardan, is having trauma kits made up for first responders in rural Kentucky.  We are hoping the members of our club can assist by donating Boxes of assorted bandaids, ace bandages, 4x4 gauze pads, wipes, triple antibiotics cream or a box of Nitrile medical gloves- XL size.

Treasurer’s Report:  

Bethany is waiting for new checks to be delivered as there are still a few checks to write but as of right now we have $6577.77.

New Business:  

• ESO membership will now be $3 a year.

• Joyce talked about Quilters Day Out hosted by the Stringtown Quilters Guild on March 15th at the First Church of Christ in Burlington from 9-3. Handouts were made available.
  
  
  

The meeting adjourned at 2:05pm.

 An executive meeting to discuss the new budget commenced immediately after.
Submitted by Diane Hunter

 2024

November 1, 2024

Our meeting began at 1:05 pm.  16 members and 2 guests were in attendance.

Our hostess was Sue K., with assistance by Lana Kay and  Diane.

The Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect were recited and a prayer was written and said by Diane.

Guest Speaker:  Pat Y, introduced our guest speaker, the Hon. Tony Frolich.  Judge Frolich is now retired, but has been a mediator in both Boone and Gallatin counties and has had  a private practice since 1976. He has written several books and his talk was on the history of Boone County. The judge has also been awarded the Distinguished Judge of the Year award, was a visiting law professor and has also written books on soccer.

He described Boone County as a thriving community with much citizen involvement.  The county was established 225 years ago but Native Americans have been here for thousands of years. Explorers came in 1744 and a map was made for the French “ Sun King” with Boone county on it. Eventually Virginia claimed Kentucky from the king and in 1774, people began to claim land around  what is now Bone Lick State Park.  In 1799, Boone County was created from Campbell County.  The judge talked about the importance of preserving our history and preparations for 2026- the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. In 2021, the Boone County Archive Center was created to preserve historical documents so the public can view them as well.  He said the DAR is very involved with the planned celebration and a big emphasis will be on our veterans.  His next book will be on Revolutionary War Soldiers. 

Old Business:  ESO is  11/20 at 6 pm at Tousey House.  The Devil and Tom Walker will be discussed.

• There will be no ESO in December.

• Lynn asked if anyone had booked any speakers for 2025 and gave out a paper with all the dates already filled.

Committees:

Today’s speaker was from The Education and Library Committee and we were told that in October 2025, a private collection of historical documents will be on display at the Boone County Library. Also, the Walton library just opened.

Civic Engagement:

• Diane reported that their second speaker for next year will be from the Ion Center, formerly the Women’s Crisis Center, in September.

• Sue brought up the Chamber of Commerce and we should have a discussion on whether we should join for another year- the cost us $350 a year but they do not have any programs related to non profit organizations.

Environment:  kudos that today’s water was not in individual bottles to save excess plastic waste.

New Business:

• Our Christmas luncheon is booked for December 17th at Triple Crown.  We will gather at 11 am for socializing with lunch served at noon,  we will have Kentucky Hot Brown with a salad and vegetable and cake, hopefully the Triple chocolate one for dessert.  The cost is $30. Please send your checks and reservation requests to Bethany or Sharon.  The deadline is 12/10.  Dues, $40, should also be sent in.  Sharon also needs our volunteer hours and donations.

• Sharon discussed the banned book meeting she attended on 11/3. 433 books were proposed to be banned this year by 11 organizations.

• A proposal was made by Sharon to give $100 to SAFY for gifts for a foster child as we have done in the past. The motion was carried by all in attendance. 

• Sue suggested that since Union Presbyterian does not charge us for using their facilities, that we should give them a monetary gift this Christmas. Mary seconded the motion and all were in agreement to give $125 to the church

• Sharon would like us to bring in donations at the Christmas luncheon for Crazy Cat Animal Rescue.  They can use Frisky’s wet and dry food, litter, bleach, and potty pads.

• Diane will ask Triple Crown to have a table set up for the donations which Sharon will take to the shelter .

ESO for January will be Little Women by Louisa May Alcott.

The meeting adjourned at 2:20 pm

October 15, 2024

Our monthly meeting began at 1:05pm with 15 members in attendance.

Lynn and Diane, our luncheon hostesses, were thanked.

We had no speaker due to a last minute cancellation, so our time was spent with  committee discussions for next year’s program.

Art and Culture:  topics discussed included a luncheon from around the world; a visit to the Cincinnati Art Museum.

Civic Engagement : the members will look into Welcome House, a shelter In Covington, or Go Pantry. Abraham’s Pantry may also need an  additional refrigerator for produce.  Sue will enquire if this is the case.

Education and Library: The committee discussed donating books and to see what items the craft center there  needs.  Perhaps we could fund sending a class to Dinsmore.

Environmental Concerns:  the Northern Kentucky Bird Club was discussed.  Mary spoke about recycling “clam shell” containers.

Health and Wellness:  the members discussed good nutrition needs and Vicki volunteered to discuss Mindfulness in January as a clinical social worker and also the importance of knowing food interactions with certain medications. Also perhaps a First Aid Class could be considered or volunteering at the Children’s Advocacy Center in Florence or sending In meals to the staff.

Old Business:  

• Sharon spoke about our 70th Anniversary celebration on September 19 and showed the Proclamation awarded the club by the Mayor of Florence, Julie Aubuchon.

• Sharon and Lynn attended the district meeting along with 30 women  from other clubs.  A general health and Mental health initiatives were discussed there.

• Sue will bring the chamber of commerce calendar up to date by the next meeting.

• Diane mentioned that at the next meeting we will start accepting reservations for the Christmas luncheon as we will know the menu by then.

ESO :  will meet on 10/30 to discuss the It Girl at Kitchen 1833.

New Business:  

• ESO for November will be at Tousey House.  Washington Irving’s short story, The Devil and Tom Walker will be discussed.

• Sharon will need our volunteer hours and donations to other entities as soon as possible.

• Lynn told us that Janet Chambers from I Have Wings lost her sister, Laura.  Diane will send a card from the club.

• Jo Ann Knock mentioned that the Salvation Army’s women’s auxiliary is having a luncheon on November 7th at Triple Crown.  The event begins at 11:30 at Triple Crown and the cost is $50 per person.

•  There will be a Ghost Walk on October 17th sponsored by the Boone County Historical Center

• The Kiwanis Club is having a Wine Walk at Brianza Winery on October 19th and the 26th to raise funds for children with emotional problems.

• On November 16th, there will be a Friendsgiving Event held by the GFWCKY.  Lynn and Sharon picked up flyers at the District Meeting. Bring a dish to share and an ornament for the tree!

Reminders:

ESO is on 10/30 at Kitchen 1833.

The meeting was adjourned at 2pm.

September 17, 2024

The September 17, 2024, meeting commenced promptly at 1pm, following a luncheon hosted by Janet and Marlene.

17 members were in attendance.

• The Pledge of Allegiance, The Club Collect, and a prayer written by Diane were all recited.

• Our guest speaker, Senator John Schickel, was introduced by Joyce who also gave us a short biography of all the senator has done while in public service. Sen. Schickel is retiring at the end of the year after 16 years in the state senate but his career before that was very varied. He was a teacher, school bus driver, In law enforcement for 40 years, a US Marshall, and  was appointed by President Bush to be over the Marshalls in the Eastern District of Kentucky and did so until he ran for office in 2008. He also had been a jail administrator where he began the work program for prisoners where they did landscaping and road clean up duties. Sen. Schickel is the longest serving public servant in Boone County. He gave us a brief recent history of Boone County during his time in law enforcement, including responding to the Beverly Hills Supper Club fire that killed 165 people. Through the years, he has been a guest of the Florence Woman’s Club several times.  He told us that the growth of Boone County is attributed to the building of I-75 as well as CVG.  Prior to the highway being built,  60-70% of the county had been devoted to farming.  The relatively flat land made it easier for developers to build homes. We are also blessed with lower taxes, good schools and a lower crime rate which has attracted many young families and the grandparents have followed their families here! As he is no longer running for office, the Senator has earmarked his annual fundraiser to support Special Olympics. This year the Schickel’s Pickles and Wiener Feast will be on September 28.  This year as well, Boone County is celebrating its 225 anniversary.

Old Business:  The 70th anniversary dinner is set for September 19th at the Triple Crown Country Club.

ESO: Will be on September 25th at the Florence Bourbon House Pizza and the book is the Midnight Library.

New Business: President Sharon reported on the District Meeting in Berea on October 25th. Registration forms  are due by September 24th. Also the SE Regional Conference will be in No. Carolina at the end of October.

VP Report: Sue thanked us for our donations to Abraham’s Pantry as part of the National Day of Service Project.

Secretary Report:  Diane reported on the menu set for the 70th anniversary dinner and reminded everyone that the Christmas luncheon will be in December 17th and reservations will be accepted starting in November.

Committees:

• Mary reported that the orange bags she had discussed at a prior meeting are now able to be recycled.

• VP Lynn reminded us of the DAR’s Bunco Bash on September 28th.

• Also, when a speaker is booked, we must let her know to make sure we are not double booked for that day. In addition, Lynn’s church has given Abraham’s Pantry a $2500 grant to help them continue to feed families in need.

• Janet told us that St Timothy’s church is having its annual Oktoberfest this weekend.

• Health and wellness:  

• Lana Kay reported on ways to achieve better health by eating plain Greek yogurt, sweet potatoes and  garbanzo (Ceci)beans among other healthier choices.

New Business:

• ESO For October will be The It Girl by Ruth Ware.    We will meet at Kitchen 1883 in Union to discuss the book.

• Kiwanis Boone County is having 2 one day Wine Walks,  October 19 and October 26, starting each at 6:00 pm at Brianza Winery. Entry is $28.  Chris Sturgil and Lana Kay have the details.

Our next meeting is October 15th.

The meeting was adjourned at 2 pm.

August 20, 2024

The August 20th Florence Woman’s Club meeting began promptly at 1;00 pm. 

We had 16 members in attendance.  The Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect were recited and a prayer written by Secretary Diane was read.  Our hostesses were thanked.  Barb Scott, Pat Bogert, and Teri Friend, treated us to a delicious tour of Greece and the Mediterranean with the food they had prepared. 

Birthdays -   Sharon and Jane both have the same birthdays!

Program -

Guest Speaker:  We were honored to have Jordan Dallas Turner, Boone County Attorney, speak to us.  She is the first woman to serve in that capacity.  After 16 years spent as an attorney specializing in Sex Trafficking Crimes, she was elected to her present position  on November 8th, 2022.  She was born in Boone County and graduated Magna Cum Laude from college. She served as a prosecutor for the Easten District of Kentucky and is involved with a youth ministry organization that deals with survivors of abuse and sex crimes.  She also involved herself in the International Justice Mission, a Christian based organization which is working towards ending violence in mostly third world counties.  However, the field offices are located in “First World” counties-the U.S.and Europe.  The work here involves primarily ending forced sex trafficking of children, trying to rescue them and  rehabilitating them.  The organization also works toward repairing and improving the legal systems dealing with these crimes, advocating for victims, and to establish new policies to prevent more victims. 

Attorney Turner told us that Boone is the 4th largest of Kentucky’s 120 counties and averages 20,000 criminal cases a year, many dealing with child abuse.  The goal here is to restore the family unit, and to keep the families healthy.  She is also involved with Blue Print for Safety which involves 50 different providers working to improve how these cases are handled.  They want our government to provide more resources but to not become more involved in family life.

The number of abuse cases has gone up in recent years as well as drug related cases.  The economy has been blamed for increased irritability in families causing violence in the home.  We can do something about this by educating ourselves to identify the warning signs of abuse.  In Kentucky, 44% of women interviewed claim to have been victims of abuse! We can also get involved by volunteering at organizations that assist victims-The Children’s Advocacy Center in Florence is one such agency.  Another suggestion was to approach our legislators to work more diligently towards ending domestic violence. 

Board Reports:  President Price reported on the September 19th 70th anniversary celebration of the club.  The recent Ice Cream Social brought 12 people to Graeter’s.  The District meeting will be on October 5th in Berea. 

1 st VP Report: First VP Kowalski reported on Chamber of Commerce Woman’s Initiative which will meet on August 26th. She also attended the Summer workshop which is advocating a National Day of Service to assist local food Pantries.  We will donate to Abraham’s  Pantry at the Union Presbyterian Church where our meetings are held.  Sue will send us a list of requested and needed items to assist in their work. 

Recording Secretary Hunter will be contacting Triple Crown County Club to see if September 19th is available for our dinner celebration.  She also reported on Kentucky Homeland Heroes, the founder, Dave Jardon, will speak at our March meeting. 

Treasurer’s Report:  Bethany Copley reported there are still a few outstanding checks but at present our current balance is $6,922.00.

Education and Library Committee:  Pat Yannarella reported on the Boone Couny Library Foundation  and the Imagination Library.  While the Imagination Library donates 12 books a year fo children from birth to age five, postage is needed to mail these books.  The postage comes to $500 a year for 20 children to receive books for a year.  Pat made the motion for us to donate this amount to the Boone County Library Foundation.  The motion was unanimously approved. 

Health and Wellness Committee:  Lana Kay reported on the best dietary items we can nourish our bodies with-including olive oil, broccoli, plain yogurt and Brazil Nuts.  They help improve heart health.

Environmental Concerns:  Mary read us an article that was thought provoking.  Food pantry clients need can openers to access foods and oil to cook with.  They also need dish washing liquid and laundry sheets, toilet and hygiene items,  We should keep this in mind when we donate to the National Day of Service. 

New Business:   DAR is hosting a Bunco Bash on September 28.  2nd VP Lynn has tickets.

ESO: the book for September is the Midnight Library by Matt Haig and the meeting will  be on September 25th.   August 26th is both ESO at Mai Thai in Florence at 6:00pm and the Woman’s Initialive at Devou Center in Covington at 4:30.

 Events

Our general meeting will be on  September 17th with Senator John Schickel as our speaker.

September 19th_our 70th anniversary celebration…Details to follow!

The meeting was adjourned at 2:25pm.

 July 16, 2024

FWC President Sharon Price called the meeting to order at 1:00 P.M. She welcomed the 19 members in attendance, plus the 2 guests from the Boone County Public Library.

At the beginning of the meeting, the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and the Club Collect were recited. An inspirational message, written by Diane Hunter, was read in her absence by Sue Kozlowski.

President Price thanked the members of the Hostess Committee for the day: Wilma Day, Pat Yannarella, Jasbir Chahal, and Jane Smith

Birthdays:  None Noted

Program

Karen Harden spoke about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which is offered by the BCPL to all children from birth to age 5. Each enrolled child received a book, free of charge, on a monthly basis. Books are also available in Spanish.

Dolly Parton was inspired by her father’s inability to read and write, so she started the program in 1995 in Sevier County, TN. It has since spread across the US and is also present in the UK, Australia, Ireland, and Canada.

In Kentucky, only about 50% of children are ready for kindergarten, and a large portion of that is lacking exposure to books and reading. It has been shown that participating in the Imagination Library has improved kindergarten readiness. The Kentucky State Legislature promised to help support the program if all 120 counties participated; that has happened, so now the state kicks in 50% of the book cost for each child. Kentucky is one of the few states with a full-time State Director of the Imagination Library as well as a Community Engagement Director.

When an affiliate signs up, the Imagination Library provides the database for signing up children and managing the shipment of books each month. To help pay for the books, the BCPL uses its Foundation and donations (tax-deductible) are welcomed.

To sign up a child, go to https://imaginationlibrary.com (or Google Imagination Library).

To donate, go to https://www.bcpl.org/foundation to use a credit card, PayPal, or QR link.The Library has held a trivia fund-raiser in the past and is looking for other ways to raise money for this important program.

Board Reports:  None

Business Meeting:

President’s Report:

The GFWC Summer Workshop will be held August 2-3 in Lexington. All are welcome. The Summer workshop is a time for the incoming GFWC-KY President, Amy Mason, to build her theme and initiative for the coming two years.

The Club will have an Ice Cream Social at the Graeter’s in Florence on Wednesday, August 7.

In place of the June meeting, several members of the FWC visited the GFWC-KY’s headquarters in Frankfort. They enjoyed seeing the house that serves as the HQ and learning about its history. There is a CFWC-KY museum in the basement with mementos from Club history, and items from each club in the state. From the Florence Woman’s Club, there is a brochure about the Barn Quilt Program (which was headed by Joyce Foley). Sharon hopes that this can become an annual visit.

The 70th Anniversary Celebration for our Club is coming up on August 29. Sharon is working on finalizing the location and catering arrangements (a buffet-style meal is planned). Spouses, friends, and family are welcome. There will be recognition of our members; a discussion about our fund-raising for cancer charities; and a raffle item (no silent auction baskets). Sharon asked if the Arts and Culture Committee could provide the centerpieces.

1 st VP Report: No update from the Chamber of Commerce due to summer travel; there will be a report at the next meeting.

2 nd VP Report: Speakers have been set for the remaining meetings of 2024. Next month our speaker will be Boone County Attorney Jordan Dallas Turner.

Secretary Report: The minutes were accepted after hearing of no revisions.

Treasurer’s Report: After considering the outstanding debits, including $2000 for the Wood-Hudson Institute and $1000 for the scholarship, the Club has $7,008.78. A brief discussion was held about using some of this balance for charitable donations; anyone can propose making a donation.

Bethany reported that the required annual state filing has been completed. Bethany noted that the Director of the Wood-Hudson Institute, Dr. Julia Carter, died in May after a short illness. Dr. Carter spoke at our April Luncheon and we are sorry for her passing.

Committee and Advancement:

Education-Libraries (Pat Yannarella): No report.

Health-Wellness (Mary Alice Gruden): No report.

Civic Engagement (Pat Bogart): No report

Arts and Culture (Barb Scott): Barb proposed a trip to the Cincinnati Art Museum, to be held sometime in the fall. Also, regarding the centerpieces for the 70th Anniversary Dinner, more information is needed as to the number of tables and general décor theme (green and white, symbolizing our Club flower, the white hyacinth).

Environment (Mary Pierson): Mary noted that the orange Hefty bags being promoted by Rumpke may not be cost-effective in the long run. Lisa Stenner noted that they allow for recycling of more types of plastic. An article with more information can be found here: Rumpke Customers Can Soon Recycle More Items at the Curb. Sue mentioned that the only plastic accepted by the Boone County Recycling Program was bottles whose openings were narrower than the bottle. A brief discussion about recycling followed. This will be a good topic for one of our speakers next year.

Membership: Please note that Barbar Scott’s email has changed. It is now b.mooiezoom@gmail.com

ESO: ESO will meet on Tuesday, July 30, to discuss “The Hypnotist’s Love Story” by Lianne Moriarty. We will be meeting at 6:00 pm at the Blind Squirrel in Florence. The August book is “Maybe in Another Life” by Taylor Jenkins Reid; we will be meeting on Monday, August 26, at 6 pm at the Mai Tai in Florence.

New Business: Sharon noted that JoAnn Knock, a long-time member, is eligible for Honorary Membership under our new by-laws. Joyce Foley spoke about JoAnn’s past service to the Club; she has served in every leadership role including being a past President. She has been the co-sponsor of the Christmas Party for many years, and still attends our Christmas party as well as our April fund-raising luncheon. She’s 84 years old and can’t come to our regular meetings. Joyce moved to accept JoAnn as an Honorary Member; Jasbir seconded. No discussion was needed; the vote was unanimously in favor of changing the status of JoAnn Knock to Honorary Member.

Announcements:

Betty Carter Morgan Bunco, July 27. Doors open at 12:30 pm, and the event starts at 1 pm. The location is the Edgewood Senior Center (near Thomas More Parkway and Dudley Pike). Even if you don’t play bunco, come for the silent auction and good food. Please support our sister club as they have supported us.

DAR Bunco Bash on Saturday, September 28, at 1 pm. Silent auction, prizes, good food. Held at Immanuel United Methodist Church. See Lynn Demi for information

Events

July 30: ESO will discuss “The Hypnotist’s Love Story” by Lianne Moriarty. We will be meeting at 6 pm at the Blind Squirrel in Florence.

August 2-3: GFWC-KY Summer Workshop in Lexington.

August 7: Ice Cream Social, 7 pm, at Graeter’s in Florence.

August 20: General Meeting, 12:30 Social, 1:00 meeting. Speaker: Jordan Dallas Turner, Boone County Attorney.

August 26: ESO will discuss “Maybe in Another Life” by Taylor Jenkins Reid. We will be meeting at 6 pm at the Mai Tai in Florence.

August 29: FWC 70th Anniversary Celebration. The meeting was adjourned at 2 pm.

Notes were taken by Sue Kozlowski for Secretary Diane Hunter

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June 18, 2024

The GFWC Meeting took place in Louisville, KY June 18, 2024 

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May 21, 2024

Program:

The May meeting was called to order by President Price at 1:05pm, after our luncheon and socialization period. Our hostesses, Vicki Gottfried and Nancy Krenk, were thanked for their delicious efforts.  17 members attended this meeting. 

The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and the Club Collect were recited and a prayer written by Diane H. was read. Diane also had a May birthday.

Guest Speaker:

1st VP Sue K., introduced our guest speaker, Susan Douglas, CEO of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Girl Scouts, and her assistant, Taylor.  Susan oversees over 5,000 Girl Scouts in 66 Kentucky counties and one in Ohio.  Their mission is to cultivate improvement and to promote excellence while emphasizing the STEM program among girls. According to Susan, Covid, altered the way Girl Scouting conducted business.  Everyone is now better able to come together to the table to discuss issues and problems.  In the past, most girls were not interested in STEM related positions but through the efforts of Scouting, more girls have been stimulated to approach careers in STEM systems.  Susan also talked about the land owned in Erlanger on which they hope to be able to build a multi-use facility where girls can feel safe while pursuing their interest and learning new things,  They are hoping to raise $6 million towards this goal.

Old Business:

President Price reminded everyone that the Secret Sister Program has begun.

Serve and Socialize Fair was attended by President Price and member Teri Friend.  Several people took our brochures.

Our June meeting at State Headquarters in Frankfurt was discussed. We will need to carpool.

Plans for our 70th anniversary celebration are underway for later in the year. A board meeting will be scheduled to further plan this event.

The Summer Workshop for chairmen and board members will be August 2 and 3.  President Price encouraged us to attend.

Fundraiser Luncheon Recap: There was much discussion regarding the length of the Honoree’s speech, which needed to be shorter.  Baskets in the future should be wrapped in plastic to prevent guests handling the items. There is a need for Women friendly auction prizes to spark more bids and thus raise more money.  Limiting the Heads or Tails Game or coming up with a new game was also discussed as well as the need to have the Bling Table manned at all times by a member to make sure no one walks off with an item without paying.

New Business:  

Our newest member, Linda Gardner was introduced and welcomed.

Vice President Report:

1st VP Sue discussed the Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming Woman’s Initiative Meeting on Monday,  June 24th at Long Neck’s Sports Grill in Alexandria.  The Women’s Connect Hour begins at 4:30 and the cost is free.

2nd VP Lynn reported that all slots for guest speakers for this year have been filled.  In July, we will have a talk on the Imagination Library; In August, we will welcome Jordan Dallas Turner from the DA’s office.  John Schickel will be our speaker in September, and Anthony Frolich is coming in November.

Secretary Diane H. reported that the dates for our Christmas luncheon and the Fundraiser Luncheon for next year have been booked with Triple Crown Country Club.  Diane intends to contact a few more publications about the Club’s service to the community over the last 70 years.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer Bethany reported that we made $4282 on the luncheon, down slightly from last year.  $1000 is earmarked for the scholarship recipient this year.  A spread sheet was also distributed. 

A discussion began about the amount to grant the Wood Hudson Research Laboratory,  VP Sue made the motion to send $2000 which was seconded by Diane and passed by the members.

Committees:  Library and Education-Pat Y. gave us the information on this year’s scholarship winner- Kristin Ellis of Hebron who will be attending Asbury University.  Bethany will send the college a check for $1000 for Kristen.  Diane will contact Ms. Ellis and will forward a letter to Pat and our historian Joyce, for their records.

ESO:  

The book, Pineapple Street, by Jennie Jackson was discussed.  Our book for June is Meet Me in Monaco.  We will meet at Torres in Union  to discuss it on June 20th.

Upcoming events:

• Trivia Night at the Pub:  we came in fifth!!!!! And it was a crowded field of competitors!

• The Kiwanis Wine Dinner is scheduled for June 14th at Brianza.  See Chris S. for more information,

• June 18th will be the meeting in Frankfort.  We should meet by 10:30 at the church to carpool down.

• June 23rd – A wine Painting Class at Brianza Winey is scheduled. The cost is $18, please let President Price know by June 5th if you will attend.

• Our sister group, Bettie Cartger Morgan is having a Bunko on July 27tth,

The meeting was adjourned at 2:35pm.

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March 19, 2024

Program:

A few members gathered at 11:00AM to assist Joyce in preparing the fundraiser invitations for mailing.

President Price called the meeting to order promptly at 1:00PM. 

The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and the Club Collect were recited and a prayer composed by Diane was read.  

Birthdays: Britttany was congratulated on her upcoming March birthday.  The hostesses for March were thanked:  Joyce, Barbara, Pat, and Teri.

Business Meeting

Guest Speaker:

Our March guest was Kathy Wolfe, a multitalented real estate agent who is involved in many hobbies, including being a Scout Leader and flying a plane.  Her hobbies have helped keep her grounded and “clears your head”, she stated.  The hobby she came to speak about today is Belly Dancing!  A brief history of this art form informed us that the dance was first experience in the USA at the 1892 Chicago World’s Fair by an experience Egyptian woman dancer.  Kathy explained that all the Middle Eastern countries have their own version of Belly Dancing.  Costumes, music, make up and hair pieces add to the dance with costumes being a big part of the story.  Kathy brought costumes from Pakistan and Iran to demonstrate, including a 25 yard skirt, showing how twirling it enhanced the dance movements.  Most of the bra and belt pieces have coin pieces sewn on them to make the tinkling sound associated with the dances.  Some cultures use drums as well and the beat drives the dance.  There are veil dances, one in particular tells the story of a woman preparing for her marriage.  Kathy explained about the Hoopla ,which is a performance composed of various dancers.  These are usually part of fund raising events the public can attend. Some of the members tried on the costume pieces and tried some dance movements!

Board Reports:

President's Report: 

President Price reported on the Call to the International Convention 2024 in Chicago June 28-July 1st. A new President will be installed and various resolutions will be voted on that will affect all the clubs. 

Secret sister forms were given out to all those who want to participate and this will begin in May and continue for a year. 

Contact forms were given out for new members to complete for inclusion in the handbooks which will be updated this year.  Our newest member, Vicki Gottfried was welcomed. 

Serve and Socialize Fair will take place at the Burlington Library on May 18th from 10-12.  This gives clubs in Boone County the opportunity to socialize and recruit new members.

Vice President Report:

First VP Sue reported that we will be included in a podcast the Chamber of Commerce is having in May in Cincinnati.  After our fundraiser in April, we will participate in additional Chamber events.

Second VP Lynn asked that she be advised when bookings are arranged for 2025 so she can keep track and make sure we are not double booked.

Treasurer Report:

Treasurer Bethany reported on which checks were deposited and cashed to date and handed out her detailed spread sheets for both accounts.

New Business:

Secretary Diane read a thank you letter from Abraham’s Pantry that we assisted in January.  A copy of Stroll magazine was brought in so members could see the article on our upcoming  luncheon at Triple Crown. Last month’s minutes were accepted as written.

ESO:  We will discuss the Searcher by Tana French at 6PM at the Pub in Crestview Hills on March 27th.  Our next book will be the Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Armin. That meeting will be on April 24th.  President Price will now also be the ESO state chairman.

Marlene will once again host a gathering to assemble baskets for the fundraiser at her home on April 12 at 10AM.

There was no unfinished business.

Upcoming events:

• 3/27 ESO at the Pub

• 4/12 gathering at Marlene’s

• 4/16 Fundraiser Luncheon at Triple Crown for the Wood Hudson Laboratory

• 4/24 ESO

• 5/6 Trivia night at the Pub in Crestview Hills

• 5/18 Serve and Socialize Fair at the Burlington Library

• 5/21 next meeting of the Florence Woman’s Club

Meeting Adjourned at 1:50PM with Sharon then having an orientation session for new members.

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February 20, 2024

The February 20th meeting was called to order by President Price at 1:05pm.  This was a general business meeting with no guest speaker.  18 members were present,  including a new member, Vicki Gottfried.  Our luncheon hostesses this month were Sharon and Bethany.

Program:

The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and the Club Collect were recited and a prayer was written and read by Diane.  

Birthdays:

The birthdays of Lynn (2/21) and Janet (2/29) were acknowledged. 

Business Meeting

President's Report: 

President Price requested that the members should meet with their respective CSP committees to discuss quest speakers/projects for the year.  All slots are filled for 2024.

These are the committees with their committee heads: 

• Arts and Culture, Barb Scott                                                                                                                                                     

• Civic Engagement, Pat Bogert

• Education and Libraries, Pat Yannarella

• Health and Wellness, Mary Alice Gruden

• Environment, May Pierson

• President Price requested the open spots for monthly hostesses be filled which was accomplished.  Our March hostesses will be Joyce and Pat B.

Our President announced that in March we will complete information forms for those members who would once again like to be involved with our Secret Sister Project.  The President will give out the names at the Spring luncheon and we will begin Secret Sister in May-this time we will continue for a year.

President Price will be attending the State Convention in Lexington beginning on March 21st at the Marriott.  This year’s service project is Military Missions and our club was asked to provide 250 packets of individually wrapped instant coffee packets, tea bags, crystal light and hot chocolate. NO PODS.  As our next meeting is two days before President Price leaves, we will have to bring in our donations at the March 19th meeting.  

President Price reported on our team effort at Trivia Night at The Pub where we finished in the top third and the upcoming ESO night at The Farmstand on  Februay 28.

Vice President Report:

We were also asked to donate a basket to be auctioned off as a fundraiser.  The basket should reflect our club.  First VP Sue Kozlowski suggested we incorporate our club’s flower, the white hyacinth into the basket.  As we are the only club that has a cancer non profit as our signature fundraising project, it was also suggested to have pink ribbons in the basket.  The suggestion was made to call it a Spring Renewal Basket.  Mary Pierson volunteered to help with this basket as it also needs to be completed before our President leaves for Lexington.

VP Koslowski reported on  the upcoming events at the Chamber of Commerce and the meeting she attended.   As always, a detailed description was compiled and distributed by her.

Second VP Demi reported on the upcoming Boone County Chapter of the DAR’s Tea Party to be held at  the Triple Crown Country Club on April 28th. Proceeds are to benefit the America 250 Historic Preservation Fund.

Treasurer Report:

Copley distributed her monthly spread sheet of income and expenses and collected dues and ticket money from the members for the Spring Fundraiser.

New Business:

Spring Fundraiser:  The committee will meet in early March with the events coordinator at Triple Crown to settle the menu and various details. We will assemble at the March meeting at 11:30 to send out the invitations.  Joyce procured stamps with the cancer insignia on it for our mailings.  Lisa Stenner will give the invocation and our guest speaker will be Dr. Julia Carter from the Wood  Hudson Cancer Research Laboratory in Newport. 

We should also bring in any “Bling” we wish to donate to besold for this event.

Pat Y. reported on the City of Florence having a Book and Literacy Festival on February 23rd and 24th.

Upcoming events:

• ESO on February 28th;  the March ESO will be the Seacher by Tana French

• March 19, next meeting.  March 21st, State Convention

Meeting was adjourned at 2:43pm.

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January 16, 2024

The January16th meeting was called to order at 12:45pm.  Our luncheon was rescheduled until after our guest speakers had completed their talk.  10 members were present at this meeting.  Our hostess was First VP Sue Kozlowski who was thanked by the President.  The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and the Club Collect were recited and a prayer was written and read by Diane H.

Program: 

Laura Pierce and Sharon Fedders from the Union Presbyterian Church Leadership Team of Abraham's Pantry were our speakers.  This interfaith, no questions asked food pantry provides 3 days of meals, hygiene and cleaning products to our neighbors in need.  They have developed a system of recipes and corresponding meal prep kits by partnering with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  This cooperative system was established during the pandemic two years ago as the local need for food escalated.  The team was grateful for the shelf stable products we donated for their meal kits.

Birthdays: 

Joyce Foley. celebrated hers on January13th and Chris Sturgil will have her birthday on January 26th.

Business Meeting

President's Report: 

Prior to this meeting, President Price had met both individually and in a group setting with the newly installed team.

o   The President announced her agenda for 2024 which includes a celebration later in the year for the 70th anniversary of the Club.  A trip to the State Headquarters for May or June was proposed as well as expanding the club socially by adding evening meetings/activities.

o   The Advancement Committee is currently composed of President Price and First VP Sue K.

o   Contact forms were distributed and the information will be used to update the year books.

o   We will resume the Secret Sister project in March and it will continue for a year.  

o   Dues are to be paid up by March.

o   VP Sue reported on the NKy Chamber of Commerce and distributed their February Calendar.  Sue will attend the February 7th meeting- Getting the Most from Your Membership; this event and the February 28th event are free although there is a cost to attend the  other events next month.  

o   Speakers are still needed to be arranged by the committees except for February and December.

o   The $1,000 scholarships we award each year will be on a rotation schedule among the Boone County High Schools.

Treasurer's Report: 

o   Bethany Copley distributed a very detailed Budget Spread Sheet for 2024. Sue K made a motion to discuss the budget and Pat B seconded it.  Joyce Foley donated the funds in the Barn Quilt account back to the Club ($814.18) and was thanked for the donation.

o   The cost of our insurance has risen to $450.00.  However, it is hoped we can keep our expenditures and donations at the 2023 levels for this year.  A motion  was made to accept the budget and unanimously accepted.  

New Business: 

President Price requested volunteers to assist with the planning of the April 16th Spring Fundraiser at Triple Crown.   Members will gather at 9:30 AM to set up as the County Club is closed on Mondays.  President Price will meet with their Events Coordinator in February to discuss the menu.  The cost of the luncheon will remain at $40 and each member is required to donate a basket towards the Silent Auction .  The donation this year will be award to the Wood Hudson Cancer Research Facility in Newport. Sue K made a motion to accept this organization as our recipient and all accepted the motion.  

We will meet an hour early in March to prepare the invitations for mailing.  Our list should be refined by then.  

It was mentioned that the DAR will be holding a Tea on a Sunday in April also at Triple Crown, 

Second VP Lynn Demi suggested that in honor of our 70th anniversary that we extend an honorary membership to the mayor of Florence.

Corresponding Secretary: 

Diane will send a Get Well card from the members to Mary P who recently had surgery. 

When Triple Crown reopens in February, Diane will contact the Golf Shop manager about a donation for the Silent Auction.  Diane also contacted the editor of the monthly Triple Crown magazine about the Spring Luncheon and sent her a brief history of the Woman's Club as compiled by Joyce Foley; it should appear in their March issue.  it is hoped this may lead to a few new members.

Upcoming Events: 

January 24   ESO on January 24th at Mai Thai Restaurant at 6:30 to discuss Mr. Dickens and His Carol.

January 31- breakfast at The Hive at 9 AM. February 19-Trivia Night at The Pub in Crestview Hills, 6:30-8:30pm.

The meeting was adjourned at 2:05pm.