Today's Meeting Review!

The meeting this morning was opened by President Paula. Lydia's invocation was a reflection on a wonderful woman we all miss, Ms. Irene Morris. Irene wrote and provided our weekly invocations for so many years, even into her 90s and she is missed so much. Each year for Halloween she would recite "Little Orphan Annie" and Lydia has kept up our tradition. Thank you Lydia for this ongoing tradition. If you've never shared this with your children you can do so here!! It's a short 3-minute video by Anne Rutherford. Today was a reminder that we are so lucky when those that leave us bring back a smile rather than a tear.

Sunshine: Sending out "good vibes" to all of our gals, those present and past. Being in this club you not only do work for others but you make life long friends as well. And to all of our ladies who have "stuff" going on. Our prayers are with you. 

Guests: We had the pleasure of Andrea Solis visiting us again! Hoping she makes this a habit. Turns out she and Lisa H attended Cleveland High School at the same time in their freshman year and they grew up with mutual friends. SMALL world! 

Soroptimist Sightings! Ms. Tery Kunibe, our Life Member  and Carol Taylor, one of our retired members. Love seeing you ladies!

Reminder from Nancy M that the Live Your Dream applications are due Nov. 15! This award assists women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families by giving them the resources they need to improve their education, skills and employment prospects. Questions? Email Nancy at [email protected] 

Today's meeting focused on some fun, Halloween Fun to be exact. Thank you to Shelly for always helping us to play! Included in today's activities was Build a Snack (yum), Halloween Bingo, and an exciting Balloon game! Most special was helping Shelly's Girl Scout troop in making tray treats for the Meals on Wheels program in our community. Recipients really enjoy added items for holidays! 

We had spirited members who came in costume which added to the fun! President Paula led the way!  Thank you again Shelly for all the fun and an added thank you to Lydia for the marvelous pumpkin bundt cake! 

 Facebook Link We are changing over from using Facebook Group to Facebook Page.  The link above will get you where you need to go! Let's all be on the same Page!!!

SITS Member items & our Projects

SITS Committees - Chairs please update your descriptions! 

All Members:

Please sign up for your committees of choice here. It's through our committee work that we accomplish so much for the community of Tahoe and the world. We ask that all members select one Technical (how our club operates) and one Service (what our club does) committee. Remember, we can jump in on all committee meetings and activities as desired! For your viewing pleasure see the committee videos we made with Tahoe Production House for full explanations. 

                  Many hands make light work!

The Social Committee has chosen Guilty Christmas as our November get together. Join us on Wed, Nov 16, 7:30pm at the Tallac Boathouse. (We may meet before the event for food and friendship - information to come!)

Click here to purchase tickets.

Challenge Day at STHS is confirmed for February 13, 14, 15, and 16, 2023. 25 volunteers are needed for each of the days. If you'd like to volunteer contact Theresa Papandrea directly at [email protected] . Let her know you're with SITS. And if you have friends who are interested, please share! We are awaiting the dates for STMS. And if you're not familiar with this amazing opportunity for our youth and all the volunteers, check the program out here. 

Update from Jen at Zawadisha! 

The Zawadisha team approved and disbursed 252 loans to 17 women's groups. There will still a handful of groups who had requested loans, so this month the team disbursed 61 loans to three new women's groups.

There's been a heightened interest in simple household items like chairs and mattresses, and this is a good sign. It means that people feel comfortable taking loans out for non-essential items. The financial stress that people have felt is letting up a bit, and that's a relief for everyone.

As usual, the women have a month to "rest" before they start repaying over a six or 12-month payment plan. Once they repay in full, they are eligible for another loan.

Did you know that you can see and learn about our life-changing micro-lending model IRL in the summer of 2023? We have three guided, all-inclusive trips for you to choose from.. Spots are starting to fill up, so click on that link today and respond to this email with any questions. 

Thanks again for your support! 

THE HOLIDAYS ARE JUST AROND THE CORNER!!!

Shop your heart out and support our efforts!

SITS can earn funds with your shopping!

Please share this information with family and friends!

SHOPS for SITS!

It’s a win/win fundraising opportunity for our efforts all year long! Great household and gift items you can order come right to your home and our club receives 40% of what you spend there to enhance the lives of women and youth!

www.ShopForSITS.org

Click here to see the catalog

NON-SITS Fun and Opportunities in Tahoe

Share Your Thoughts in the Lake Tahoe Resident Survey

As a resident of the Lake Tahoe region, we need your perspectives and experiences related to tourism and outdoor recreation. 

The Tahoe Fund has joined with more than a dozen organizations to create a shared Destination Stewardship Plan. This plan will collectively redefine how destination management can better serve the greater Tahoe region — now and into the future.

Everyone has a role in this process, which is why we need your input.

Please complete this critical 5–7-minute survey that will help guide and improve tourism and outdoor recreation management efforts. Your responses are anonymous and confidential.

TAKE THE SURVEY

Tahoe Women's Community Fund: Come join us for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine...learn about TWCF....bring a friend...help us double our membership.

First Wednesday of the month at 5 PM for wine!

• Nov 2 at Cocktail Corner

Third Wednesday of Month: Coffee Morning at 9:30 am 

• Nov. 16 at Clyde’s Coffee Shop

SHARE this information with everyone. Let's get the membership up to 400!

MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD

The Valhalla performances are Oct. 27, 28 & 29., 7:30pm.

Tickets Here

It is also playing in Sacramento this Sunday, 4pm showtime, at the B Street Theater. All proceeds from that performance go to the B Street's Childrens' Theater Program.

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on October 29^th from 10am-12pm at LTCC. Join in our community's efforts to remove all unused prescription and other the counter medicines out of the reach of our children. The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. More information can be found at https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback//

Town Hall Meeting In El Dorado County to Focus on Youth Vaping. 

The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, in partnership with Mother Lode Union School District, is inviting residents of El Dorado County to attend a special town hall meeting focused on youth vaping. The "Impact of Vaping on Our Youth" town hall meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Herbert Green Middle School, located at 3781 Forni Road in Placerville. The free event, which will also be available virtually via Zoom, will include presentations from a panel of guest speakers, an interactive question and answer period, and resource information.

To Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97518876695?pwd=UTkwUHZ1WGZJWkRNazQrNVJxNXN4QT09

Meeting ID: 975 1887 6695

Passcode: 572887

In addition to the town hall meeting, the El Dorado County Tobacco Use Prevention Program (TUPP) provides ongoing support for tobacco-free environments in El Dorado County, including workplaces, schools, and communities. For more information about TUPP, please visit: edcgov.us/Government/PublicHealth/ADP/Pages/tobacco_prevention.aspx

CASA Gala

Saturday, November 5, 2022

6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Serrano Country Club

5005 Serrano Pkwy, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

Click here for full details

Awaken’s Banquet & Silent Auction 2022

Click here for full details

The Lake Tahoe Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Happy Homestead Cemetery present WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA 2022.

A ceremony honoring active and deceased Military Personnel, Veterans, and First Responders.

Dec. 17, 2022 at 9:00 AM

1261 Johnson Blvd, SLT 96150

It's everyone's job to

Remember, Honor, Teach

Vitalant Blood Donation Sites:

Monday 11/07/22

South Lake Tahoe Fire Department

SLTF Training Center

1195 Rufus Allen Blvd

South Lake Tahoe, CA

9am-2:30pm

Wednesday 11/09/22

Bently Enterprises LLC and Douglas County Blood Mobile

Minden, NV

1:15pm-4pm

Friday 11/18/22

Tahoe Douglass Fire District

Kahle Center - Tallac Activity Room

236 Kingsbury Grade Rd

Stateline, NV

11am-5pm

Friday 12/02/22

South Lake Tahoe Community Gymnasium

1180 Rufus Allen Blvd

South Lake Tahoe, CA

12pm-5pm

To schedule an appointment online click here.

Between Horses and Humans continues to grow! If you're a lover of youth and a lover of horses, this is a program for you! You can keep up on their information by reading their newsletters here! Volunteers and donations are always needed.

The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless has accomplished so much thanks to their leadership and many volunteers. You can read about all that's been done thus far here.



Here is the latest newsletter 



Homeless coalition completes purchase of three South Lake Tahoe motels; move-ins begin - donation list at end of this article. Our assistance throughout the year makes a difference in the life of another and in the health of our community!