October Program :
Women Owned Businesses
Julia Venetis, VP Programs
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Thursday, October 28
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Don't forget to bring a friend!
There are 114% more women entrepreneurs in the U.S. than there were 20 years ago. Mallory Burke and Kelly K. James are two such women.
Mallory Burke is a senior at Elmhurst University studying biology and psychology. She plans to go into medicine and become a surgeon. She is also the owner of GrillGirlz LLC. Mallory will share how she turned a small loan from her parents into a thriving business.
Kelly K. James launched her career as a full time freelance journalist in 1997. Since then the former lawyer has written and ghostwritten more than three dozen books and several thousand articles for a variety of print and online markets. She’s the author of books including Six Figure Freelancing: The Writer’s Guide to Making More Money, Second Edition, and lives in Downers Grove with her son and daughter.
Join us in hearing these inspiring women talk about their journey through building their own successful business.
A branch business meeting follows the program at about 8 p.m.
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October Ways and Means :
Clara's
Deb Harris, Ways & Means
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Thank you to all who supported the August fundraiser at 3 Corners Grill & Tap. The branch raised $183 thanks to your support.
Thursday, October 21st
4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Gather your family and friends at the well-known and highly regarded Clara’s in Woodridge.
Because Clara’s is only open for dinner, this fundraiser will take place between 4:00 and 8:00 p.m. on October 21st.
Clara's is located on 6550 S State Route 53 in Woodridge. Call 630-968-8899 for reservations.
Clara’s will generously donate 25% of the tab (exclusive of alcohol) to our branch. Please spread the word and the coupons ahead of the fundraiser!
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2021 Back-to-the-Books Scholarship
Coleen Walter, Appointed Officer AAUW Funds Educational Funding & Awards
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If you know of someone who has returned to college and can use some financial aid, check out this flyer. We are looking for women to award scholarship money to.
They must be full-time or half-time students within one or two years of graduating, had a three-year break in their college education and live in one of the five towns our branch serves.
Those working on an undergraduate or graduate degree may be awarded $3,000 if a full-time student or $1,500 if a half-time student or if they are working on an Associates degree they may be awarded $1,500 if a full-time student or $750 if a half-time student.
Scholarship applications may be obtained from Coleen Walter. The deadline for returning an application is October 15. Please make copies of the flyer and hand out.
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Interest groups include 4 book discussion groups, afternoon bridge, and Great Decisions (a world affairs discussion group) - as well as a History and Movie group. Pictured below are three of the books featured at a recent meeting of our book discussion groups. |
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VOTER REGISTRARS
National Voter Registration Day
Our Branch collaborated with the LWV to register voters at area high schools and libraries on Tuesday, September 28. Those who participated were Susan Becker, Mary Ann Dion, Harriett Lindstrom, Emily Owens, and Sue Stealey. Thanks to everyone. Our democracy is being further protected by adding educated voters.
Technology has changed the way registration is done. A QR code is used to link prospective voters to the state election registration site.
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Branch Membership includes access to over fifteen Interest Groups, leadership roles on the board and committees, planning and production of monthly public programs, the annual Equal Pay Day Rally as well as the Used Book Sale. PLUS State and National informational emails and opportunities!
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The next issue will be released sometime around October 5, 2021.
Kim Venzon, VP Communications
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2021-2022 BRANCH BOARD
PRESIDENT Sandra Sansone Brennan
VICE-PRESIDENT MEMBERSHIP Kristen Beirne * VICE-PRESIDENT PROGRAMS Julia Venetis * VICE-PRESIDENT COMMUNICATIONS Kim Venzon * SECRETARY Patty Page * TREASURER Coleen Walter
APPOINTED OFFICERS ** AAUW FUNDS INFORMATION & FUNDRAISING Harriett Lindstrom ** AAUW FUNDS EDUCATIONAL FUNDING & AWARDS Coleen Walter ** PUBLIC POLICY Emily Owens
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AAUW Greatest Needs Fund (9110)
This fund allows AAUW to respond rapidly, in our communications and advocacy, to critical issues affecting women as they emerge - a new threat to Title IX, an opportunity to partner with employers, or the dawn of a social justice movement.
Read more
www.aauw.org
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Planned Giving
Charitable gift annuities, often called CGAs, can be a wonderful way to help AAUW provide for the next generation of women. In addition to the benefits of making a gift to the organization, you will receive fixed payments for the rest of your life.
Read more
www.aauw.org
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Sharon West - Bio
Sharon West brings an original and new sound to New Age music which blends elements of classical, jazz and electronic music. She composes music and songs that help people to relax, rejuvenate and find comfort in the world today.
Read more
dustydreamsmusic.com
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YOUR ad
could be here!
for information about supporting our branch through an ad
in the newsletter (about 100 members!) and the
Public Programs Notice (currently 100 subscribers and growing every day.)
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Elizabeth Moore, Real Estate
I am "MOORE than a Real Estate BROKER®", I have a BA in Interior Design, I am an accredited Stager, a VA Certified agent and have both built and remodeled homes. Buying and selling homes in Illinois, Partnered with United Real Estate, Chicago.
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elizabethmoore.unitedreales...
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Downers Grove Estate Planning Attorney | Probate & Trust ...
Growing older can bring about a wide range of legal concerns. You may want to plan for your family's future or take measures to protect a certain standard of living in your upcoming days and years.
Read more
www.efitzlaw.com
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CRS Designs Inc.
CRS Designs, Inc. by Connie Rabias-Sbarboro is a full service Chicago area interior design firm. A Certified Kitchen Designer and Licensed Residential Interior Designer, Connie Rabias-Sbarboro has been designing beautiful interiors since 1987
Read more
www.crsdesigns.biz
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