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Founded 1961
THE PINK PAPER
Published Four Times per Year by the Women’s Association of Hilton Head Island
EXECUTIVE BOARD2018 - 2019
PRESIDENTDarah Latourelle
PRESIDENT-ELECTTracy Harris
VICE-PRESIDENT EVENTSJeanette Coggins
VICE-PRESIDENT HOSPITALITY
Betty Hambleton843-684-3431
SECRETARYJan Jones
TREASURERJoan Simpson Player
PAST PRESIDENTSheila Ferguson512-585-3336
THE PINK PAPER EDITORElizabeth Belenchia
Visit our website for membershipand program information:
www.wahhi.orgMembership e-mail:
Facebook.com/wahhi.fun
PRESIDENT’S NOTE“There’s no law of economics that says ugliness pays.
I select beauty and set out to make it work economically” - Charles E Fraser developer of Hilton Head Island
Welcome to another year of WAHHI!
My little 5-year-old granddaughter, Allie, just “graduated” from preschool. At the ceremony, the teacher said that Allie came in every morning and announced, “I think it’s going to be a good day!” I’m taking her idea. I think it’s going to be a great year!
Thank goodness for Charles Fraser. The theme this year is one of our longstanding goals: To promote the natural and cultural beauty of the Lowcountry. That is why we all live here, in addition to the weather! We hope to engage with the historical groups, the Gullah community and organizations promoting our ecosystems. At each luncheon we will host a table for an organization to highlight their endeavors and educate us.
As we slip into our fantastic fall weather, we are excited to have SAV meteorologist Kris Allred join us as our speaker for our September 24th Luncheon. Many of us have enjoyed having her come into our living rooms each evening to give us the forecast. Now you will be able to meet her in person.
The September 2018 luncheon is your chance to visit with our Interest Group leaders and sign up. Check our WAHHI website to see all the activities we offer. Bring your friends, checks or cash, and come early. Signups begin at 10:00 AM.
Please note our next exciting luncheons, planned at Sonesta Resort in Shipyard:Wednesday, December 19, 2018
Thursday, February 21, 2019Wednesday, April 25, 2019
WAHHI has joined the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce. That means that all of you are members and can take advantage of all that they have to offer as well.
We continue to focus on our relationship with the Community Foundation of the Low- country as we explore ways to give more to the community through our Youth Service Awards and grants to deserving non-profits. WAHHI needs your help!
I would like to give a big thank you to our Board and Council members. Each of our twenty women plays a key role in making this organization run. We also have 50+ Interest Group leaders and 40 Ambassadors working hard for all of you! Take a minute to thank them and consider getting involved.
I look forward to seeing each of you on September 24 at Sonesta Resort.
SEPTEMBER 2018
SIGN-UP FOR INTEREST GROUPS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER
Are you jumping up & down because the sign up for Interest Groups is just around the corner? Grab your friends and come early to the September 2018 luncheon to sign up for one or more of our 50+ Interest Groups. Take a look at the website for the full list of Interest Groups.
• THE NATURE EXPLORATION GROUP IS BACK — This time with a whole new format. Check out their Interest Group web page on www.wahhi.org.
• TENNIS ANYONE? — Ruth Wilwerding is back with her social doubles tennis group and is seeking new members. They play with all levels of skill. She’s agreed to get it started but needs a full time Leader to take the reins. If you are interested, contact Tracy Harris, [email protected].
• BEADS & STUFF — New Member, Linda Raih is hosting a “Beads & Stuff” interest group - New this year. Sound Like Fun? The group will explore different ways of making jewelry and is geared towards the beginner.
• SOUTHERN WRITERS BOOK CLUB — New Book Club - Yes, a new Book Club! Southern Writers Book Club, led by Bernadette Strong - You’ll travel the roads of Southern literature one brick at a time. This group will explore books by five Southern women. Books will be pre-selected with a tentative list.
• WANT MORE BOOK CLUBS? - Cindy Villena will have a sign up table again and will facilitate forming new book clubs.
If you have an interest and would like to share with other members by forming a new group, it’s not too late. Please contact Tracy Harris at [email protected] to discuss.
WA H H I H A P P E N I N G S
WAHHI’S CHARITABLE FUNDCongratulations to the recipients of our Youth Service WAHHI’s Charitable Fund, administered by The Community Foundation of the Low country, contributes in special ways to our community. Last year, Family Promise, Special Olympics, and The Children’s Center are a few of the organizations which received program grants. There were many organizations, however, which applied for WAHHI grants which were not able to be satisfied because we did not have sufficient funding.
This year, we are focusing on our fundraising efforts to ensure that the WAHHI Charitable Fund has the funding capable of meeting community needs which align with our WAHHI mission. We are starting an interest group titled, “Fun Raising Funds,” to spearhead our efforts and strategize with some new, innovative fund raising efforts. Please visit the table at the September luncheon if you have an interest in helping out! Remember, you can always provide a tax deductible contribution to the WAHHI Charitable Fund. There are two ways to give:
• You may donate by a check payable to the “Community Foundation of the Low country” and including “WAHHI” on the MEMO line of the check and mail to the Community Foundation, PO Box 23019, Hilton Head Island, SC 29925; or
• You may donate via credit card. Please visit www.cf-lowcountry.org and select the “Donate Now” button. Select the WAHHI Charitable Fund from the list.
For more information or to volunteer to help our efforts, please contact Tamra Avrit at [email protected] or (571) 344.1624.
In keeping with Darah’s goals for the year to promote the culture and environment of the Low Country we will have a table showcasing The Heritage Library: A Center for Historic Research and Preservation and for Genealogical Research
WAHHI’S DIFFERENCE MAKERS YOUTH BOOK
DONATION DRIVE AT THE SEPTEMBER LUNCHEON!
Last year, the Difference Makers built and managed FREE Little Library boxes to support youth literacy outreach in our community. The FREE Little Libraries are located at the Boys and Girls Club and St. Luke’s for the Neighborhood Outreach Connection, with another FREE Little Library planned this fall for The Oaks apartments.
Please bring a YOUTH book with you to the September luncheon which can be donated to the FREE Little Library Program! YOUTH books for ages 3 to 15 are needed. While children books are always popular, there is a big need for early readers and books targeted at elementary and middle school age children.
For more information on how to help, email Barb Magee ([email protected]) or Connie Berding ([email protected]) with Difference Makers. THANK you in advance for your generosity to support youth literacy in our community!
WA H H I S E P T E M B E R L U N C H E O NMONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
SONESTA RESORT-SHIPYARD PLANTATION10:00 AM-INTEREST GROUP SIGN-UP AND SOCIAL HOUR
LUNCHEON BEGINS AT NOON
GUEST SPEAKER, EXTREME WEATHER!
SEPTEMBER LUNCHEON MENUSPECIAL COCKTAIL: Sunny Days in honor of our speaker, Kris Allred-$5.00
SALAD: Mixed Green Salad with Candied Walnuts, Dried Cherries, Gorgonzola Cheese, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
CHOICE 1: Chicken Renoir – Stuffed Chicken Breast with Asparagus and Prosciutto, Pesto Veloute sauce, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrots, Brussel Sprouts and Asparagus
CHOICE 2 (VEGETARIAN): Eggplant Parmesan
Accompanied by freshly baked rolls and butter, regular and decaffeinated coffee, herbal teas, water and iced tea
DESSERT: Chocolate Pecan and Caramel Torte with Berry Garish
RESERVATIONS: www.wahhi.org or mail the enclosed form to Anne Lambdin, 22 White Tail Deer Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. Reservations are due by September 13, new members can pay at the Newcomers Coffee. CANCELLATION POLICY: email to [email protected] by September 15.
Kris Allred
Kris Allred is the chief meteorologist at WSAV News 3 in Savanah, Georgia; one of only 30 Women Chief Meteorologists in the Country.
Hired in 2007, Kris became the first female chief meteorologist for the Coastal Empire and Low country regions. She now serves as the longest-serving chief meteorologist in WSAV history. Kris was Voted Savannah’s favorite meteorologist and has also received several awards for her storm coverage and weather-related programs.
Kris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in speech communication and telecommunication and film from The University of Alabama. She later attended Mississippi State where she earned her Master’s degree in Meteorology. Kris holds the AMS seal in meteorology.
Kris lives on Wilmington Island with her two children, Eli and Carson, and their dog named Tucker. In her spare time, she enjoys staying active, running, going to the beach and taking in the sights and sounds of our beautiful city.
Founded 1961
WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION OF HILTON HEADP.O. BOX 5105
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29938-5105
M E E T A N D G R E E T B R U N C H New and prospective WAHHI members this is your opportunity to learn more about our organization, meet WAHHI Board and Council members and make some new acquaintances.
Brunch will be held on Thursday, September 13th, at 10 a.m. in the Palmetto Electric Community Room off Mathews Drive. Please RSVP by September 8th to Betty Hambleton ([email protected] or 843-684-3431).
At this event, you may also make a reservation for the Sept. 24 luncheon, so bring your check! It is the last day luncheon reservations will be accepted.
FIND US AND LIKE US ON FACEBOOKWAHHI’s Facebook page is growing by leaps and bounds, and we have more content and more followers than ever before!
Contact Lara Scandrett if you or your group would like to be featured on our WAHHI Facebook page. So check it out today and every day at www.facebook.com/wahhi.fun/.
Founded 1961
Visit our website for membership forms and more information on our programs:
www.wahhi.orgMembership e-mail:
facebook.com/wahhi.fun
CANCELLATIONPOLICY:[email protected],2018.
NAME _____________________________________________ PHONE _________________ EMAIL _____________________________________________ _________________ Please complete the form below and indicate for each person with a check mark whether a member or guest, menu selection and indicate allergies. Please PRINT legibly. Maximum 10 persons per table. NAME MEMBER
$30 GUEST
$38 MENU
Choice 1 MENU
Choice 2 FOOD ALLERGY?
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TOTAL NUMBER OF MEMBERS ($30 each) ________ TOTAL NUMBER OF GUESTS ($38 each) ________ CHECK ENCLOSED $_______
Special Seating Requests: ☐ Newcomers Table ☐ Past Presidents Table Please send in your reservation for everyone at table and use one check to pay for all seated at table.
WAHHI Luncheon Reservation – September 24 To reserve your spot, sign up on our website at www.wahhi.org or return a completed reservation form and your check made payable to WAHHI to: Anne Lambdin, 22 White Tail Deer Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. Important: Your reservation must be postmarked by September 13, 2018. Tables are assigned as reservations are received. Nametags will be available at the luncheon.
Founded 1961
WAHHI LuncHeon ReseRvAtIon - septembeR 24
