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LATROBE BPW NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER 2016 Page 1 13
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UPCOMING DATES AND EVENTS Regular meeting: Nov 17, 2016 6:00 PM GNO Shopping Extravaganza Location: Bishop Connare Center December board meeting: Dec 1. 2016 At 6:00 PM Location: Rizzo ‘s Malabar Inn 126 Rizzo Rd. Crabtree Salvation Army Bell Ringing: Dec 3, 2016 – 10:00, PA 15624AM to 6:00 PM Location: Latrobe Giant Eagle
Sadie, the daughter of Hekzebiah Hawkins, one of the founding fathers of Dogpatch, KY was considered the "the homeliest gal i n the hills". At 35 and still unmarried, her father feared he would support her the rest of her life. To help find Sadie a husband, he declared a Sadie Hawkins Day. On this day, a footrace was to be held and all the eligible men were to run and Sadie would chase them. Whoever
she caught and crossed over the finish line (or dragged over) would be her lawful wedded husband. On the night before the race, there was a dance. All the single gals wore shoes with spikes on the bottom. At this dance, they stepped on the guys' feet a lot so that the next day they couldn't run as fast and would be easier to catch. Oh, those clever gals! And, so a Sadie Hawkins Dance and footrace became an annual Dogpatch tradition.
This fictional event, invented in 1937 by Al Capp, creator of the Lil’ Abner cartoon, unintentionally helped create a step forward in the Women’s Liberation Movement. The idea of it being OK for a girl to chase a guy or ask a guy out to a dance, suddenly became appealing and schools and college campuses across the country began the tradition of the Sadie Hawkins D ance that continues today. But it’s more than just about chasing boys and finding a husband. That is sexist – that women need to be married to be
complete. To be happy. That they can’t support themselves without a man. In 1937, this was common thought, bu t this made-up holiday lit the fire to empower women to chase after what they want and not wait for it to come their way. The practical basis of a real Sadie Hawkins Day is one of simple traditional gender role-reversal. Though women are more comfortable
today asking a man on a date, we still have a long way to go asking for what we want in other areas of life. Why is it so hard to ask for that raise? Why do we question whether we deserve that job or promotion? Why do we settle in relationships? Heck, why d o we deny ourselves simple guilty pleasures like a new lipstick? Too often we sell ourselves short, we try to avoid conflict. It’s time to stand up and ask for what you want. We must abandon the mindset that if we can’t get what we want we will take what we can get. Why are we
content to settle for less than what we know we deserve…in our career, our relationship, in life? Stop being afraid to ask fo r what you want and need from others, to speak your truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. I believe we all have the power to get what we want, what we need – but you should seek it out. We’ve all heard “be careful what you ask for – you just might get it”. Yeah
baby…and you deserve it. Your happiness and your equality is not going to fall from t he sky – reach up, grab ahold and don’t let go of your dreams. So, this month celebrate Sadie and women’s equality. This is an ERA with a stellar future. Give thanks for those who have paved the way for change. BE the change you want yourself and women to come. Equality starts with YOU.
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Girls Night Out
Shopping Extravaganza! Sponsored by Latrobe BPW
Thursday, November 17th 6 pm – 9 pm Bishop Connare Center, Greensburg, PA
$10 Admission Portion of proceeds donated to the Alzheimer’s Association
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shopping Several ~ Heavy FREE Special FUN
featuring Hors D’Oeuvres Raffle Ticket Prices Give-A ways 25 vendors Stations Drawings
Bring plenty of business cards for great networking with some wonderful women ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Featured Vendors Avon * Pink Zebra * DoTerra Oils * Tastefully Simple
LuLaRoe * Mary Kay * Ruby Ribbon * Touchstone Crystal Youngevity * Thirty-One * Gifts Colour Magic * Nerium International
Chicoras * Lesco FC Union * Sabika Jewelry * Traveling Vineyard AM Gems * Baked Goods * Norwex * Signature Homestyles
Tupperware * Uncorked Creations * Pampered Chef * Mkaysha’s Bridal Rodan & Fields * Amish Crafts & Gifts Shop & more * Integrative Health/Wellness
RSVP by November 13th to: Rebecca Zedreck 724-331-6028 [email protected]
It's almost here ladies!! Our 2017 Girls Night Out Shopping Extravaganza! It is going to be SPECTACULAR!
We have over 75 registered already and still have until the 13th for more! We have a great lineup of over 25 VENDORS! Several AWESOME food stations! FREE give-a-ways! And just a plain
FUN evening out with the Girls!
*** Just Remember --- you and your guests MUST pre-register with Rebecca Zedreck BY NOVEMBER 13th *** All registered will be responsible for paying their $10 even if they don't attend.
This event is a break-even event and the money covers the meals we pre-order. (The different events that evening go to The Alzheimer’s Association)
We look forward to seeing you!!!!
The Goodwill Committee!
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Marie McCandless - Nov 1 Megan Becer - Nov 12 Cindy Gobbel - Nov 18
Latrobe BPW Board Meeting Schedule
Date Hostess December 1, 2016 - Location TBA
January 5, 2017 - Donna Massari, Paula Maloney February 2, 2017 - Deb Bowman, Dawn Berkebile March 2, 2017 - Marsha St. Pierre, Joy Klohonatz
April 6, 2017 - Angela Apple, Jean Calabrace May 4, 2017 - Christina Bossart, Mary Ann Urban
June 1, 2017 - Location TBA
Corresponding Secretary
Members should keep Karen informed about any cards that should be sent to members who have events in their life or to someone they know needs a card. They can be for happy events such as new jobs, new babies or grandbabies, or other times such as accidents, illness, or deaths in their family or other BPW Clubs members. My Contact information is [email protected] or 724-537-8468. Karen Mowry, Corresponding Secretary
Adopt a Student Christmas Gifts
Please bring your donations of sweatpants/sweatshirts & tee shirts for the Adelphoi girls to the November
meeting. Even though it is the vendor sale, we will have a collection area for you to drop off your gift. If you would like to include a gift bag or tissue paper, that would be appreciated, but not required. Please do not wrap
the items. The school needs to check for appropriateness before they are given to the girls. If you aren't attending the November event, you may bring your gift to the December meeting.
If you have forgotten what items you pledged, you may call Susie Mough at 724-423-2086 or email at [email protected] & she will check the list.
REMINDER: Clothing must NOT have string, zippers, loose embellishment, plastic or inappropriate graphics.
GUIDELINES FOR WOMAN OF THE YEAR
This citation is awarded to a member who has contributed to elevate standards, promote interest, develop cooperation, and extend
opportunities among all business and professional women.
GUIDELINES FOR BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
This citation is awarded to the business firm or employer who has contributed most, in the opinion of the judges, to the employment,
advancement and recognition of women.
ENTRY DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 15th For Applications: Please email Nicole Purnell
([email protected]) or call 724-552-7060
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November 2016 Membership Committee Report
WELCOME – NEW MEMBERS FIVE, count them 5 new members in October! Welcome, Kathy Bartolomucci, Megan Becer, Morgan Becer, Jennifer Ritz and Emily Tumbleson. The Club membership is now at 88! Can we reach 100? Keep inviting friends, acquaintances, business colleagues, and college students to our events. Do you have a few of the new Latrobe BPW cards in your wallet to give out to prospective members? If not, connect with me and I will get some to you. They are great tools to provide the meeting details as well as our social media points. MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY The updated Directory is attached. If you have a change, correction or update to your listing please email me directly at: [email protected] Please also remember that the directory is not to be used to solicit or send out bulk emails for your business. There are several other opportunities and avenues for Members to promote their business - the BPW FaceBook page, BPW monthly newsletter and networking at the monthly meetings. Respectfully submitted, Marsha St. Pierre
On behalf of the Membership Committee
New Member of the Year
There are times when a member of only one or two years becomes very active in her local and takes on roles that enhance her local’s ability to reach and surpass its mission and goals. Nominees should be active in supporting local goals and projects, attend meetings regularly, invite
guests/brought new members to club, volunteers and/or chairs on her committee. Submit your
nominations now for new member of the year. Nominees must be a
member of Latrobe BPW for 2 years or less.
For an application, contact Jackie Elliott - [email protected]
Public Relations/Club News
Join our Facebook group, LatrobeBPW, to learn about all the interesting and fun activities we accomplish while marketing your business and keeping in touch with all of our many members daily. Friend us on Instagram, #latrobebpw, an easy way to see our pictures from meetings and all the wonderful ways BPW supports and contributes to our community. Visit our website www.latrobebpw.org Here you will meet the many ladies who make the BPW group an amazing women’s group. You will find pictures of our officers and board members, all our numerous charities we support, philanthropic causes and our monthly meetings. As our group grows, so do our hearts. If you know of a friend, neighbor, coworker or an acquaintance who may be interested, offer them the chance to join a wonderful group of ladies that creates opportunities for women everywhere.
Visit our web site at https://www.latrobebpw.org/ We now have our newsletter on our web site.
Club Ophelia
We would like to thank the Latrobe BPW members for all the generous donations and
well-wishes to Club Ophelia. There are
currently 36 girls in the Fall sessions of Club Ophelia after school on Wednesdays. All
donations will be used and are very much appreciated!
Thank you! Lisa Tatone, School Counselor at the Middle
School and Club Ophelia Advisor.
The Latrobe Chapter of the PA BPW would like to remind everyone of the Foundation Scholarship, which is awarded twice annually. This scholarship can be awarded to a student who has been accepted to a program
of higher education post-high school, as well as to a student already attending college or a post-secondary program.
Applications are due by December 1 and can be accessed at www.bpwpa.org, by requesting an application from a BPW member, or email Melissa Boerio at [email protected].
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Goodwill & Special Projects
Box Top Collection
Thank you all for a record donation of box tops & labels for education. We
presented to Lisa Tatone with a whopping total of $67.60 in box tops
& 18 points in labels. They will be used for Lisa's after school group, Club Ophelia. Look for the pink box at the
monthly meetings to deposit your donation.
Time to start a new collection!
Thanks, go out to our members who helped with the recent Project Bundle Up at Kmart. Thirteen BPW ladies made a difference in the
lives of about 40 people, helping them choose coats, hats, gloves &
boots. Kudos to the Kmart manager & staff for offering discounts & providing an early morning snack and to Jen Blessing from The
Salvation Army for making the arrangements.
Attention to all Latrobe BPW members.
You may not use the directory that you
receive to send out emails to members for your business. If you want to let the
Latrobe BPW members know about your business, come to the regular
meeting where you can stand at the
podium and speak about your business.
Salvation Army Bell Ringing Saturday December 3, 2016 10AM to 6PM
Salvation Army Bell Ringing
Our annual bell ringing for The Salvation Army will take place on Saturday, Dec. 3rd from 10AM to 6PM. PLEASE NOTE: There has been a location change for this event. We will report to the Latrobe Giant Eagle.
*** PLEASE NOTE***** There has been a location change from our original plans. The Salvation Army had a glitch in their scheduling software & another group had already been promised the Kmart location for Dec. 3rd. We will meet INSTEAD, just down the sidewalk to the Giant Eagle. We still have 2 slots available for the 5-6PM time slot. Please contact Susan Mough at 724-423-2086 or [email protected] if you can fill that time slot.
To the ringers who have volunteered, please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled time. If you are unable to make it, please find a replacement.
THANK YOU!
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The November meeting of the Latrobe Business and Professional Women will be held on Thursday,
November 17, 2016
at the Bishop Connare Center starting at 6pm.
Cost is $10.00 per person
Please respond your intentions by end of day Sunday,
November 13, 2016. To Rebecca Zedreck by email. [email protected] We look forward to seeing you for an informative evening. The Dinner Committee
Dawn Berkebile gave the 1st sermonette on Mercy. The theme of the event was,
Mercy is falling all over you and all over me.
Club Ophelia is an after-school program for Derry Area Middle School girls (Grades 6-8) to promote healthy relationships and develop positive connections among
peers.
Activities and community outreach projects provide
numerous opportunities for girls to engage at their own comfort level each week. Trained high school mentors (Grades 9-12) provide peer leadership to the small-group activities under the directive of Mrs. Lisa Tatone,
School Counselor.
Suggested Donations:
Fruit snacks, crackers, candy, chips, juice boxes, water… Please remember NO PEANUTS OR NUTS
PRODUCTS For Allergy reasons
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PETRILLO’S KARATE CAMPUS 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 &
39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626 www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
724-516-9364 “Holiday Special”
3-30 minute private lessons (private lessons need to be scheduled with instructor),
1 month of training, Free uniform
All for $49.95 ($190.00 value) Excludes Young Warriors Class
Marsha St. Pierre Independent Stylist
(724) 640-3693 www.rubyribbon.com/MarshaStPierre
RUBY RIBBON FASHION & SHAPEWEAR
Retired & Sample Sale
NOVEMBER 17th Girls Night Out
SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA
40% - 50% - 60% OFF RETAIL PRICES
Many one-of-a-kind items Tops, Leggings, Pants, Skirts, Dresses Sizes range from XS to 2XL