Central Ohio's Largest Irish-American Women's Organization
"American by birth, Irish by the grace of God!"
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Hello Ladies of the Daughters of Erin,
As we prepare for the holiday season, I am thankful for the love we share with our members and those in need. I was overwhelmed with the number of women at the recent funeral of long-time member Dawn Peterson.
To all who give time and dedication to the DOE, Irish community and those in need, thank you!
The Christmas meeting and dinner are a time for family and friends to participate a fun day. The Irish Woman of the Year is named. We have a great meal and a wonderful time with the annual Rowdy Raffle! Get your raffle gifts together (single items, theme baskets or decorations - these items can be gently used). You can also shop at the fundraising table! The December meeting is one you don’t want to miss!
We are in the new location this year, be sure to share with friends!
May you and your families share a wonderful and blessed Christmas & holiday season. Be safe in your travels and enjoy the traditions you share together.
Thank you,
Sharon
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DECEMBER MEMBERSHIP MEETING & CHRISTMAS DINNER
The annual December meeting and Christmas Party is Sunday, Dec. 9, doors open at 1 pm. We are in the new location, Trinity Lutheran Church, 404 South 3rd St., Columbus, OH, 43215 (on South Third Street and Fulton Avenue).
The cost is $10 per person, pay at the door. We will have a short meeting, delicious dinner (including gluten free items) and the Rowdy Raffle, bring new or gently-used items for the raffle and a little extra $ for tickets.
The committee is setting up Saturday afternoon @ noon, if you have an hour or two to help. Call Sheila Hively with questions, 614-962-1291.
Calling Holiday Bakers: the Committee is providing the meal that includes bread pudding. We are looking for a few bakers to sign up to bring some goodies. Please register on the Sign-up Genius page early as the slots will fill up quickly.
The fundraising table will be set up, shop for Irish items the holidays!
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2023 ADOPTED FAMILIES
Find the gifts to purchase for our 10 adopted families on the 2023 Adopt-A Families Sign-up Genius page. If you would prefer to make a donation, you can donate online on the page or you can mail a check to the Daughters of Erin, P.O. Box 1912, Columbus, OH 43216. Please text* Cheryl to let her know. Thank you.
Gifts can be dropped off at the Shamrock Club no later than Friday, Dec. 15, open Tuesday and Thursday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and Wednesday and Thursday evenings during darts. Please contact Cheryl Costello at 614-774-8879* (text or call) to make arrangements for gifts to be picked up or delivered to an alternate address.
DO NOT WRAP KIDS GIFTS, JUST LABEL. YOU CAN WRAP AND LABEL ADULT GIFTS OR WE CAN DO IT FOR YOU. THANK YOU! We'll organize and wrap gifts in mid-December.
If you or family and friends have leftover Halloween candy, please bring it to the meeting. Each year a group of members make and fill stockings for each child in our adopted families. Thank you in advance.
If you have questions about Charities, please contact Cheryl Costello at 614-774-8879 (text or call) or email cherylcostello@yahoo.com.
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IRISH WOMAN OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS
Annually, the Daughters of Erin names the Irish Woman of the Year.
She is recognized as an outstanding leader and contributor in the DOE, as well as their career, church, cultural, volunteer and civic activities. Nominations for the 2024 Irish Woman of the Year are due, in writing, no later than Tuesday, Dec. 5 to Sharon Tantes by mail to P.O. Box 1912, Columbus, OH 43216-1912 or via e-mail to impala0382@yahoo.com. You can also give letters to a Board Member no later than Wednesday, Dec. 6.
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ANNUAL CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PARTY
Join us at the Shamrock Club, 60 W. Castle Rd. on Saturday Dec. 9. Bring a wrapped gift with your child’s name on it and a camera to capture the moment your child talks to Santa. There will be craft making, clowns turning balloons into animals and all kinds of shapes, cookie decorating, hot dogs, punch, chips and goody bags.
Bring your wallet to purchase tickets for the raffle that supports this party. If you are looking for a great gift for someone, Teresa Conley will be selling her delicious Irish fudge! If you have any questions, call Mary Grady Strickland at 614-316-8278.
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2023-24 ANNUAL CHARITY DONATIONS
Very Own Blanket dedicated to warming the heart of every child in the foster care system with a blanket which gives them comfort, security and most of all a SMILE.
Reaching for the Shining Starz providing immediate relief to women in the City Columbus caught in the vicious cycle of human trafficking, addiction and homelessness. Weekly street outreach and distribution of hygiene bags, food and clothing to women by meeting them where they are.
Dreams On Horseback therapeutic riding for children and adults with special needs, vocational training, Alzheimer's sensory experiences as well as workshops.
Columbus Historical Society, a grassroots group of amateur and professional historians dedicated to preserving, protecting and promoting the important multi-cultural history of Central Ohio by archiving stories, artifacts educational programming and exhibits. They will be rehabbing Engine House #6 on West Broad Street to allow them to move into as their new permanent home.
National Veterans Memorial offers a peaceful, sensitive environment to visiting Veterans. Their Mission is "to honor and positively impact the lives of Veterans, their families and our communities through sharing of the Veteran experience".
FOCUS -the fellowship of Catholic University Students. Evangelization of College Students through bible studies and small discipleship groups.
Bestbuddies.org volunteer movement creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Ohio. Donations sponsor children to receive a full year of monthly book deliveries to preschool children to boost learning toward their bright futures.
Ohio Health Hospice - Kobaker House, a 32-bed inpatient center for end of life care. This donation provides special meals at holidays, treats, supplies and crafts for children, grief sessions, cards for patients and end of life wishes just to name a few.
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DAUGHTERS OF ERIN | 1978 to 2023 |
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
We want to celebrate big birthdays, work announcements, honors, etc. Please share the details, so we can share and celebrate with you.
DOE DECEMBER 2023 BIRTHDAYS
Dec. 1 - Sharon Selby, Mary Freimark
Dec. 2 - Isabel Winters
Dec. 4 - Jean Winters
Dec. 5 - Janet McGue, Jennifer Bremer
Dec. 8 - Essie McCammon
Dec. 10 - Allison Fahy
Dec. 12 - Marianne Wenger
Dec. 13 - Kelly Hetrick, Leslie Lauement
Dec. 17 - Joan Shanahan, Mary Lue Bauer
Dec. 21 - Nancy Willemstein
Dec. 22 - Siobhan Fallon
Dec. 24 - Chris McKenzie, Eileen Basemann
Dec. 27 - Kathy Pulse
Dec. 28 - Shannon Rothwell
Dec. 30 - Caroline Fahy
Dec. 31 - Mollie Evanichko
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DOE JUNIORS
The junior division is back. We are having an Irish Landscapes 2024 calendar fundraiser. The calendars will be available for purchase at the December meeting, for $12 each.
If you have daughters, granddaughters, or nieces who would like to learn more about Irish culture, charity and make new friends please reach out to us or bring them to a meeting. Juniors meet at 2 p.m. on the same day and place as the DOE general membership meeting.
Sylvia Baesmann, President
Zoey Shelley, Vice President
Molly Hainer, Secretary
Kelly Baesmann and Beth Shelley, Advisors
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PRAYER LINE
Please keep our members and those on the prayer list in your thoughts and prayers. Please join us in prayer for peace and for all those who've lost family members across the world.
The family of Spence Sindell a relative of the Collins family, Eileen Baesmann, Peggy McCathran, Tim McSweeney, Regan, Dacoda Harmon, Mary Strickland, Jamie Fahy, Kenzie Fahy, Isabelle Donnelly, Karen Joyce, Jackie and George, Tim Robbins, Linda Miller, Jim Dempsey, Diane Miller, Dianna Ardery, Patty Bryant, Chris Sweeney, Carol McConahay, Franklin Tack, Terry Baesmann, Joann McNamara, Paul Tisdale, Kathy Kelly, Clyde Fenton, Karen Franz, Kay Fallon, Ed and MaryKay Moriarity, and all those in need of our prayers.
If you are interested in receiving a call or calling a member to check in from time-to-time, please email Carolyn Collins at collinscarolyn07@gmail.com.
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January 14
February 11
March 3, meeting after Irish Breakfast
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MEMBERSHIP DUES
Annual membership dues are $10 for Junior members (under 18 years of age) and $20 for Regular members (ages 18-79).
Honorary members, age 80 and over, please confirm your information with Peggy McCathran, she will have the applications to review.
Dues can be paid by mailing a check made out to Daughters of Erin (please spell out on the check) to: Peggy McCathran, 3012 E. Mound St., Columbus, OH 43209 or call Peggy with questions at 614-235-2969.
If any of your contact information has changed, please include it with your check.
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STATEHOUSE DINNER
Celebrate Christmas with the Irish during the annual Irish Cultural Foundation Statehouse dinner on Friday, Dec. 8. The 2023 Honoree is Colleen Marshall, news anchor for NBC4.
Tickets are $100 per person, if you would like to attend, call Sharon Tantes at 614-361-8590 or e-mail impala0382@yahoo.com.
6 p.m. Cocktails in the Rotunda (Cash Bar)
6:45 p.m. Music by Shamrock Club Pipes and Drums
7 p.m. Dinner seating in the Atrium
7:10 p.m. Benediction and dinner music by Killashandra
8:15 p.m. Award Presentation by Ed Gaughan, Chairman
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2023 HALLELUJAH TOUR OF CHURCHES
The 2023 Hallelujah Tour of Churches is 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday Dec. 9.
Tickets are $20 for Columbus Landmarks Members/participating church members or $25 for non-members. Profit from the tour is divided among Columbus Landmarks and the participating churches.
The tour starts at 11 am, with a special opening musical performance by Dr. Orlay Alonso at St. Mary's Catholic Church in German Village at 684 S. Third St.
Walking Tour along Broad Street will include live music at each church.
- First Congregational Church (444 E. Broad St.)
- Trinity Episcopal Church (125 E. Broad St)
- Christian Spiritualist Church (77 S. 6th St.)
- Columbus Metropolitan Library (96 E. Grant Ave.)
- Broad Street United Methodist Church (501 E Broad St.)
Tour concludes with homemade cookies and refreshments at Broad Street UMC.
Becky Ellis is still in need of a couple of volunteers and/or cookie bakers. Email Becky at bellis.1296@yahoo.com.
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KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS
Thank you ladies for shopping at Kroger, we continue to receive funds, $121 this quarter, from YOUR use of the Kroger cards! This money is raised from Kroger Cards registered through Kroger Community Rewards program.
If you shop at Kroger and have a Kroger Card, please register your account so your rewards benefit the Daughters of Erin. The best part is that YOU still receive your Kroger rewards (coupons, fuel perks, etc) but behind the scenes, the Daughters of Erin receives a percentage of what you spend at the Kroger Store.
You can register in store at the Customer Service Desk, the Daughters of Erin organization number is 81910 - or - register online at
In the search field, type in Daughters of Erin or enter the organization # 81910. And press SAVE.
Thank you for your support!
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CLANN NA NGAEL UPDATES
There are so many things happening in the Irish Community. Please visit the websites and Facebook pages for events and activities.
Dec. 8, Irish Cultural Foundation Statehouse Dinner honoring Colleen Marshall
Dec. 9, 11 a.m., DOE Children's Christmas Party, Shamrock Club
Tara Hall is open every Friday featuring music and Birthday Night on the third Friday. Watch the Tara Hall Facebook page for entertainment listings.
The Central Ohio branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann celebrates Irish music, language, and culture. Visit the Columbus Comhaltas website for details.
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The Daughters of Erin
P.O. Box 1912
Columbus, Ohio 43216-1912
Copyright © November 2023. All rights reserved.
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