Living through this extraordinary time calls on us to show compassion, courage and resilience. While we may not have control over the events of the world, we have control over our reactions to what happens inside and around me.

       We are learning many ways to use our computers for meetings, for communicating with friends, for ordering essentials like food and household equipment.  Be sure to treat yourself occasionally as we live through unusual times.

~Ellen

January 13:  Board Meeting, 4:30 pm (via Zoom)

January 18:  Program/Business Meeting, 6:00 pm (via Zoom)

February 10:  Board Meeting, 4:30 pm (via Zoom)

February 15:  Program/Business Meeting, 6:00 pm (via Zoom)

April 29-May 2:  Virtual District Two Conference 

July 28-31:  Virtual 2021 Altrusa International Convention

1.  There will be a Zoom Service committee meeting after our January meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to brainstorm ideas for service.

2.  Barbara S. sent a short survey to members asking their opinion of a Spring Plant Sale.  We will have the responses for the meeting Monday.  

3.  Meetings will continue in Zoom until progress is made on the pandemic.

4.  The International Convention will be Virtual.  The new dates are July 28 - 31, 2021.    

5.  The District Two Conference will be held on April 29 - May 2, as a zoom conference.  

Greetings and Happy New Year!

As 2020 came to a close, I was excited to welcome in 2021!

Well, it’s not been exactly what I planned, but that has been the norm these past 12 months!

My hope for you and your families is a year of health, wealth, and happiness!

I searched my heart and mind for the words to share with you to feel inspired. At the moment, there seems to be so much anger, fear, and divide. Turning off the news is a great start! I know it’s important to stay informed, but I think it is wise to limit what we feed our souls and minds. I find joy in my daily routine and I have grown to appreciate the small things. I think it’s one of the silver linings of this whole, lockdown, COVID experience. As Altrusians, this is what we do! We help those in need, we give our time, and are a listening ear to those who need support. I am proud to be a part of such a wonderful group of ladies! We are and will continue to be a light in the storm!

As with this upcoming, hoping for peaceful, transition of our country remember that nothing is impossible! One of my favorite quotes, I keep it on my desk, is as follows:

“Nothing is impossible. The word itself says, “I’m Possible!”. - Audrey Hepburn.

Please have a pleasant January 2021 and I look forward to when we can all be together again!

Service Committee Meeting

The service committee will hold a brief Zoom meeting directly following our regular January meeting on Monday, January 18. Just stay on after the regular meeting.  Bring your ideas about how we can continue offering service during this prolonged isolation! Everyone is welcome.  See you Monday!