Soroptimist International of Chico
 Improving the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world

Aug. 14, 2018

Volume 18 
Issue 7
Must Read Articles and New This Week
Jesus Center Summer Servers Needed
Save the Date - Fall District 1 Meeting
President's Message
Sun Dog Ranch Google Map LInk
 

Please take the time to read this edition of our E-blast.  Even though we are on  summer break, there is a lot of things happening and we wouldn't want you to be left out.




Below is our summer lunch schedule:

Summer Volunteers Needed
We will be serving on the 1st and 4th Fridays during the months of July and August.  

If you have any questions contact Amy Hawes at:

Save the Date

Saturday, September 15, 2018


The Fall District 1 Meeting will be at the Hilton Garden Inn from 10am-3pm in South Redding. The official "call", or invitation as we're calling it, will be out to all on August 1, 2018 with the cost.

This will be hosted by SI Redding
Ann Leon thanks for all you do!
Member Center

Quick Links....
Message from President
 Bonnie Chapman
Greetings Soroptimists!

What did the hat say to the tie?
You go on ahead, I'll hang around!

Well it's hard to believe that retreat week is upon us. I'm so looking forward to an amazing day all together. We have about 40 members signed up to attend and if you haven't yet reserved a spot, it's not too late! Everyone is welcome even at the last minute and even for just a small portion of the day. Come up for even an hour or two and join us! The views will be worth it, (she says full of optimism on the first clean air day in weeks!). See the Events Committee message for details to everyone who is attending about the day, what to bring and the all-important directions (look for the balloons marking the turn off Cohasset!). Feel free to email me with questions. Remember our cocktail hour bar will be stocked with BYOB and there will be ample non-alcoholic options available for all through the event. The day agenda is as follows:
  • 7:30-8:30 Yoga (optional, the instructor has some mats but if you have your own, bring it)
  • 8:30-9:00 Continental breakfast and coffee
  • 9-10:30 Team building!
  • 10:30-12:00 Bonnie's Session
  • 12:00-1:00 Potluck lunch
  • 1:00-2:00 Becky Robinson/Jody Cornielson, Alzheimer's Association
  • 2:00-3:00 SDR mini-sessions
  • 3:00-4:00 Committee Meetings
  • 4:00-5:00 Surprise Guest Speaker
  • 5:00-Sunset Cocktails/Dinner
SO EXCITED!!


With Gratitude,
Soroptimist International of Chico
President, 2018-2019
Sun Dog Ranch Day Retreat


Retreat is Saturday, August 18.

It begins with Poolside Yoga at 7:30 am. If you are not attending yoga, come for continental breakfast at 8:30 am. The amazing sessions begin at 9:00 am. Pot luck lunch begins at 12:00 noon. Several have already signed up to bring some lunch items: 
  • Salad/fruit - Stephanie G., Sandi D., Bev R., Kit O.
  • Chips/dip - Joanne E., Kathy E., Billie A.
  • Dessert - Carolyn D., Julie C., Jackie T., Jeanne N., Cyndi M. 
  • Light Appetizers - Kris J., Janet E., Nancy H., Kimm R., Carol B.

There's plenty of refrigerator space. We will also have ice chests with room for the beverages you bring. We highly suggest you bring a refillable, reusable water bottle. 

 

There will be more amazing sessions after lunch and dinner catered by Smokin' Mo's at 5:00 pm. Significant others are invited to attend dinner for an additional $20. 

 

 

Here is the google map link to get to Sun Dog Ranch from the Chico Airport:


It takes at least 20 minutes to get there from Chico. There is ample parking at a pasture next to the house, but carpooling is not a bad idea. 

 

 

Other items: 

Please bring your own chair. There is a pool; so, bring your swim suit and towel if you want to jump in. 

 

We will see everyone there! 

 

Sara & Tonya

Co-Chairs Events Committee


Please email your articles or announcements by 5pm Sunday to:  

Joyce Brown, Editor