July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic our branch members continue to connect with each other and promote AAUW. We wished to be more current with our gatherings to meet members needs and be relevant with AAUW issues. Our calendar will reflect the dates of planned meetings and gatherings. But generally, plans will be no more than three months in advance. Months listed with a subject matter will be to remind us of the intent for that particular month. Details for listed events will be via the Itanyan or emails.
July 2022
Summer break
Branch volunteers continue working closing the past year and preparing for the new year.
August 2022
30 – Tuesday,1:30 board meeting at Linda’s. The current board is comprised of administrator, Janet B and Financial Officer, Linda. All branch members are invited to attend. Contact a board member at least 5 days prior to the meeting if you plan to attend
30 – Articles for September Itanyan due to Doris, Communications Liaison
September 2022
06 – Estimated publication date of September Itanyan being emailed to members
13 – Tuesday, 1:30 PM business meeting taking place in Linda’s back yard or porch. Volunteers are needed to provide treats (contact Linda) and another volunteer to take meeting minutes (contact Janet). As a courtesy let Linda know of you planned attendance. Topics will include making plans for Gatherings in October, November, December, the next business meeting in January, and catching up with each other.
October 2022
11 – Tuesday, 11:00 AM Gathering we will be going for a walk-through the Como Park Conservatory.
At 1:30 PM our Gathering will continue at Lucky’s 13 Pub by Rosedale Mall for lunch. Members are welcome to attend either or both events. An email with details will be sent to members by Doris, the planner of the Gathering, for the reservations required at the conservatory. (No late entries to the park are allowed.)
November 2022
7 – Monday, 1:30 PM Gathering at The Battle Ground Café … email details later
December 2022
7 – Wednesday 12:30 PM Gathering at the American Swedish Institute for lunch, shopping and the 2:30 PM tour. No reservations are needed. There is a $10 admissions fee which includes the tour. Attendees will handle their own expenses. Jan is the volunteer planner for the Gathering. If you would like to carpool contact LouAnn and/or Leah Marie who have volunteered to drive.
January 2023
03 – Tuesday, 1:30 PM board meeting (Due to a snow storm the meeting took place on Zoom.) All branch members are invited to attend. Contact a board member at least 5 days prior to the meeting if you plan to attend.
10 – Tuesday, 1:30 PM Branch business meeting is taking place at the Ramsey County Library, White Bear Lake Branch in the conference room called the Lion’s Den. If there is increment weather the meeting will be changed to Zoom. Members have been advised to monitor their emails the morning of the event. Agenda items will include making plans for Gatherings in February and March, possibly attending a play performed by Lakeshore Players on May 12th, and the Annual meeting April 11, 2023.
February 2023
No volunteer was available to facilitate a Gathering for members.
March 2023
No volunteer was available to facilitate a Gathering for members.
April 2023
04 – Tuesday, 12:30 PM board meeting at Keys Café, 2208 4th St, White Bear Lake. The purpose is to prepare for the Annual meeting April 11. All branch members are invited to attend. Contact Janet by April 2nd, the Sunday prior to the meeting if you would like to participate.
11 – Tuesday, 1:30 PM Branch Annual meeting is taking place at the Ramsey County Library – White Bear Lake Branch, 2150 2nd St, White Bear Lake in the Lion’s Den conference room. This crucial meeting is where members volunteer themselves for the roles of Administrator, Financial Officer, Record Keeper, and Communications Liaison for the next fiscal year. Members present ratify the slate of volunteers for the next fiscal year which shows their support.
May 2023
12 – Friday, 12:30 PM Gathering We will begin with lunch at Washington Square Bar & Grill, 4736 Washington Square, White Bear Lake.
At 2:00 PM members with reservations will be at Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake to see the play La Cage aux Folles performed Lakeshore Players. Christine is the facilitator of this Gathering.
22 – Monday, 2:00 PM final branch board meeting at Linda’s. All branch members are invited to attend. The purpose of this meeting is to review all of the AAUW closure forms and make sure everything is in order for our branch to disband. AAUW administration requested all forms be submitted by June 1st to assist with the transition of those members continuing their membership after June 30.
June 2023
Branch closing June 30th