During the past year, I've attempted to  evaluate the services that our chapter provides our members. I've also tried to examine the disparity between what our chapter is and  what it could be.

 

        We have had a good year. Our membership is up over 150 and our general meetings are well attended. The Christmas party was a huge success and lots of fun. The upcoming membership dinner will certainly draw good attendance since it costs members nothing. We hope to offset some of the cost with the silent auction and raffles throughout the year. The successes we've experienced have largely come from the work of your dedicated Board and the Events Committee. So I'd like to take a moment to thank each and everyone for all the time and effort made in behalf of one of the best chapters in the country. Thank you, thank you, thank you all. There is such a wealth of fun and interesting people in our club, and I hope we can continue to build on that during the coming year.

 

        With that being said, I think it is time for each of us to evaluate our own contribution to the chapter and to our fellow members. We are only as strong as our members make us, and I would like to think that we are moving in the right direction to make our chapter the best that it can be. I hope that at our meetings and socials, you reach out to make everyone present welcomed. A handshake and/or hug is all it takes. There are no strangers at our meetings...only potential friends. The choice is yours.

 

        On March 24th, we host our gala 6th Anniversary dinner/dance. The anniversary party is the only event open to anyone. We hope that you have enough pride in your organization that you will invite a guest or two. It's a splendid opportunity to show your friends/family what we are all about. We may be getting older, but we sure remember how to enjoy a good party! Won't you join us?

Please remember that March is renewal month.