North West District news & updates
July 2021 | Issue 10
Upcoming Events

August 1 Deadline to submit photos to Julie Walters to be included in SRC Video.

August 20 LEADS Seminar

August 20-22
Institute 2021
Unicoi State Park & Lodge

August 27-30
GFWC Convention at Marriott Marquis
September 11
NW District Board Meeting (Dunwoody, Dallas, LaFayette - hostesses)

October 16
NW District Meeting (Cartersvile, Marietta, Calhoun & Acworth are the hostesses)

Thoughts & Prayers - Send names of those who are in need of support or encouragement to Susie Parnes, Corres. Secr. at sunburstp@aol.com 
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President's Message
Hello Friends!

I hope you are enjoying the summer season and taking some time to recharge your
batteries or perhaps reread a favorite book. It appears that things are getting back to somewhat normal - should I dare say that? Whatever it is, I know it’s time for us to get out from behind the tv/phone screens, stop fixating on all the bad stuff going on and do more of what makes us SMILE. 

I hope you’re turning up the music, finding some freedom and taking the time to energize your soul. Let's put away the worries and make room in our hearts for more love, more appreciation, more beauty. It’s up to us to make this journey called life amazing - so let’s do more of that.  So turn down the windows, turn up the music, dance like no one’s watching and lose yourself in some amazing music. If you have Spotify check out our GFWC Georgia playlist. (This link will work if you have the app. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1h2T4ZUmakD5a2lm1jysk1?si=9PHAim_0S_qQminL-QBLyg&dl_branch=1)

In closing, I wanted to send this newsletter as "food for thought" to consider while you are resting and relaxing at the pool, lake or beach this summer. It contains a few reminders and updates as we slowly begin to head into the Fall season and GFWC Georgia returns to a regular schedule.

Wear your sunscreen and enjoy the rest of the summer!

Cimi Douglass
2020-2022 North West District President
"Love Grows Here"
If you have not seen the latest State Newsletter - please click here or click the green newsletter icon. Our State newsletter is always packed with great information and ideas. It's a great summer read!
Please remember that our State Institute is scheduled to take place on August 20-22 at Unicoi State Park & Lodge. I've been privy to some of the information and it looks as if it will be another great meeting and a wonderful educational experience, not to mention meeting up with all of our friends across the State.

The LEADS workshop will be held on Friday, August 20th. I really hope you and your members are planning to attend Institute and LEADS. Ida Dorvee and Tammy Garland will be featured speakers at LEADS. Both of these ladies are extremely knowledgeable and great at what they do - if you have not attended LEADS before, I encourage you to attend this one for sure.

Please click the link to view more details: LEADS Flyer and click the link below to register today!
As you know the GFWC Convention will be held on August 27-30 at the Marriott Marquis Downtown Atlanta. If you would like to attend, you can RSVP via the Membership portal - please visit: www.gfwc.org.

Please remember that the Southern Region will host the Celebration Banquet on Friday night, August 27th. They are producing a video collection of photos that will celebrate all of the incredible work our clubs perform in their communities. This video will be displayed on the big screen during dinner at the banquet. Please email photos of your clubs and its members to julieharrisonwalters@gmail.com before August 1 to be included in the video.

We want to spotlight our wonderful clubs and clubwomen especially in our North West District!
GFWC Domestic Violence Awareness Newsletter
Please click this link to view the Domestic Violence Awareness Newsletter from GFWC.
July's 125th Anniversary Goal is to create or place Stay Safe flyers in local businesses. I know some of you have been posting photos of your club members accomplishing the 125th Anniversary goals each month - Keep up the great work and keep posting your work in the community on your social media channels - this is how we get recognized by and introduced to new prospective members!
Clubs in the Community - Recent Activities Found on your Social Media Channels

I recently visited everyone's social media channels to see what our clubs are doing in our communities - here's a few recent posts from a few of our Clubs. I know that all of our clubs are working hard in their communities, but I encourage you to post all of your activities on your channels. Facebook and Instagram provide brand exposure to a potentially new audience and potential members. Post your photos and ask your members to share to their page. One post a month is a easy to do. If you need training or assistance on Facebook or Instagram, please contact Cecelia, Ashley or Ursula they are happy to help.
​Atlanta Woman's Club
Atlanta Woman's Club's Health and Wellness Committee collected and delivered various items to the Ronald McDonald House at Scottish Rite to help ease the burden of the families who are staying there. A wonderful day of service!
​​Calhoun Woman's Club
​Calhoun Woman's Club held a “Fill the Bowl” event at the Gordon Historical Society’s historic home. The funds raised from the event will benefit Voluntary Action Center (VAC) which supports Hunger and Homeless Prevention Programs. A variety of delicious soups with all the toppings were offered along with home baked cookies.   
​​Cartersville Woman's Club
​​The June GFWC Georgia 125th Anniversary challenge was for members to walk 125 steps together. Some CWC members walked their steps together at the park while others walked at locations in Cartersville and New York. Shout out to member Brenda Worley who for the past year, except for a couple of weeks, has been walking 25 miles a week.

Hugs to Sharon Cannon, she has had bad back issues, please keep her in your prayers.

​On Memorial Day CWC worked with the American Legion Post 42. President Sharon Cannon and 2nd VP Jeanne Idzojtic made donations to purchase Poppy Honor Plates where they put the names and military branch of their special heroes. The plates are displayed on the fence at Legion Post 42. What a great way to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
​​Chickamauga Woman's Club
​Chickamauga Woman's Club partnered with the City of Chickamauga to host a Community Clean Up Day. They also hosted a successful Historic Banner fundraising campaign.
​​Dunwoody Woman's Club
​Dunwoody Woman’s Club ladies ride again in the Independence Day Dunwoody Parade. The parade was started by the club in 1976 and given over to the Homeowners Association about 10 years ago. Pictured in the car is President Maria Barnhart, Kathy Hanna and Marilyn Dalrymple. Two girl scouts joined club members marching the almost 3 mile route!
​LaFayette Woman's Club
The Memorial Day 2021 Flags and Crosses Dedication held on Monday, May 31 at the LaFayette Area Veterans Memorial Park was a moving and memorable event. The American Legion LaFayette Post 339 and LaFayette Woman's Club worked over 2,400 hours on the new Flags and Crosses at the new location at Veterans Memorial Park at the entrance of the LaFayette Recreation Center. There are 192 fallen soldiers honored at the new Memorial Park. Here's video of the Flags and Crosses Dedication from Memorial Day.

LWC's Education CSP is also hosting a Tools for Success event - they are collecting Bookbags and school supplies in preparation for back to school.
​Marietta Woman's Club
Marietta Woman's Club has been busy with many activities to assist their community. In May they worked on their Festival of Tree donations by hosting a decorate a tree party.
​Roswell Cares Service League
Roswell Cares has been busy working on their Festival of Trees items. They are also signed up to participate in the River Cleanup with the Chattahoochee River Keeper.
​Santa is vacationing in Atlanta this month and our friends at Georgia Festival of Trees have all the details. Come out and enjoy a summertime visit from Santa! 

Learn more about the Georgia Festival of Trees and our partnership with them at gafestivaloftrees.org.
Convention Photos
I posted these photos last month, but in case you missed the June newsletter - here's photos from our Convention 2021. Feel free to add to this library.

Click Here: Photos
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