G GOLDEN SHEAF SPRING NEWS -2018
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President’s Message: As your President, my hopes and aspirations are hat we can that we can once again uplift our enthusiasm, interest, and support with lots more participation in our goals and mission as we strive to better our reputation of the past. Working together as a team we can accomplish just that. Numerous challenges lay ahead for this year and next and without you we cannot be successful. Your executive and I are always open for new ideas. This is your Chapter, so we ask that you show us what you want and help us achieve it. I trust that in this communique we can raise your spirits as we highlight what has happened and what is to come.
A Very Busy Christmas: On November 25, 61 members and guests enjoyed the Christmas Social held in St. Cecilia’s Hall. Entertainment by “the Litzenberger’s”, Raffle baskets designed by Joe and Florence Manz, numerous door prizes displayed by Pat and Lloyd Leibel, a 50/50 draw, great array of food and desserts, fellowship and fun, along with a huge donation of money, clothing, food and toiletries given to our charity “Cathedral Lunch Program(Feed My Sheep)” rounded out the festivities. To Coordinators Pat and Lloyd Leibel many thanks.
Salvation Army Kettle was manned by 14 members at Southland Mall on December 14 thanks to coordinator Lloyd Leibel.
Santa Elves: over 5,000 letters were answered by 16 of our members.
Appreciation Luncheon was served to our many Chapter volunteers and coordinators thankfully arranged by Joe Manz.
Chapter Annual Meeting: January 27 there were 39 members enjoying a hot roast beef luncheon before settling in to reports and discussions and elections. Conway Crozier-Smith was voted in as President. 1st and 2nd Vice-Presidential roles were declared vacant as no names were brought forth. After being nominated, Mervin Palka became 3rd Vice-President. An extra Member at large, George Totten, volunteered his services. The charity Cathedral Luncheon “Feed my Sheep” was approved for continued support for another term. After numerous years as 2nd Vice-President, Lloyd Leibel decided to step down. He, along with his wife Pat , provided much input and organizational skills which will be truly missed.
Coffee Socials: On February 22 a tour of Orange Tree Village in Harbor Landing opened the eyes of 21 members. The client Relations manager spoke with us and showed us their mission of enhancing quality of life through quality care. Thanks to Betty Jackson for arranging this.
March 29 from 10:30 till noon we meet again at the Regina Floral Conservatory.
Noteworthy News: Sadly we report the passing of John Devers at the age of 101. His wit and humour will be long remembered. Condolences were sent to his wife Rosemary and family.
Peggy Lee also passed away recently.
Please remember to to contact Bernice Glover (306-525-5914) if you hear of anyone sick or passed away, so cards or a visit can be arranged by our Caring Coordinator.
What’s to come – Please circle these dates on your calendar:
March 29 – Coffee Social 10:30-noon. Regina Floral Conservatory 4th Ave.& St. John St.
April 25 – Coffee Social 10-11 am. South Leisure Center, 170 Sunset Dr. Regina SK
Please take note and reply by April 28 to the enclosed information regards our Annual Banquet on May 5 so as to give our caterer correct figures.
May 5 – Annual Banquet – St. Athanasius Ukranian Church, 55 McMurchy Ave. Regina Sk
May 31 – Coffee Social 10-11 am. South Leisure Center, 170 Sunset Dr. Regina SK.
August 25 – Summer Social – Regina Senior Center – 2404 Elphinstone St. Regina SK
September 27 – Coffee Social 10-11 am. South Leisure Center, 170 Sunset Dr. Regina SK
October 25 – Coffee Social 10-11 am. South Leisure Center, 170 Sunset Dr. Regina SK.
November 24 – Christmas Party- St. Cecilia’s Hall, 5020 7th Ave. Regina SK.
HYGIENE ITEMS – is a necessity with our Charity. Any soap, shampoo etc. you brought back from hotel/motels during vacation are collected by George & Sonia Totten, 35 Spiess Bay, Regina, (306-545-0089) for distribution to them.
2018 MEMBERSHIP – is due, and if you haven’t already done so, it’s time to submit your $15 again. Cheques payable to Golden Sheaf Chapter should be sent in to Betty Jackson, 7054 Wascana Cove Dr. Regina SK S4V 3E9. Your support is so valuable towards our mission for this coming year. Don’t wait (then forget) for another reminder, do it now. Keep in mind that only our paid members receive these newsletters and also, if you wish to continue or join the GoodLife Fitness program, Johnson’s Home Insurance or Medoc Travel and also receive discounts on some hotel chains, it is a must that your active membership is of current status.
Please remember to notify us when you change your address. Database must be kept up to date.
WEBSITE: Our national website www.heritage-club.forcefivedev.ca This is another useful resource for potential members as well as updates and photos of our Chapter’s upcoming events.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM; The Heritage Club implemented a new scholarship program. Three scholarships will be awarded to students starting, for the first time, their first year of full time studies, and the awards are valued at $1,000 for university and $500 for college studies. In order to be eligible, students must be dependent children, including adopted children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and wards in legal guardianship of an active member (dues paying member of 2 years) of a Heritage Club Chapter. Applications must be post-marked by June 28,2018. Further details are on Heritage Club web-site under LINKS or contact holmese@ntl.rogers.com
CHAPTER EXECUTIVE:
President – Conway Crozier-Smith 101-3810 Robinson St. Regina SK S4S 3C6 306-586-2704
1st Vice-President – Vacant
2nd Vice-President – Vacant
3rd Vice-President– Mervin Palka 105-2311 Windsor Park Rd. Regina SK S4V 1S2 306-522-0319
Secretary – Betty Jackson 7054 Wascana Cove Dr. Regina SK S4V 3E9 306-789-2618
Treasurer – Elffie Zimmer Box 693 Regina Beach SK S0G 4C0 306-729-2486
Member at large – Joe Manz 6238 Ehrle Cres. Regina SK S4X 4E8 306-543-6325
Member at large – George Totten 35 Spiess Bay Regina SK S4R 7N9 306-545-0089
Past President – Laird Wilson 127 Merlin Cres. Regina SK S4R 3E6 306-543-0739