Letter from Our President, Aida Zukowski
Welcome to the University Woman’s Club, a wonderful organization composed of a varied group of women. Its membership is diverse, with women of all ages and educational and professional backgrounds. UWC provides great opportunities to see friends, make new acquaintances, and join special interest groups such as book clubs, bridge games, pot luck lunches and dinners, and participate in field trips that highlight local treasures. In addition, UWC sponsors a number of afternoon programs that vary from musical presentations to North Carolina history in interesting locales such as the Botanical Gardens in Chapel Hill. We bring the year to a close with an elegant luncheon at the Governor’s Club Country Club.
The University Woman’s Club dates from 1949 and is approaching its 70th anniversary. It expanded its mission from only being affiliated with UNC-Chapel Hill to engaging with the Orange County-Chapel Hill, Durham and Chatham communities. An important part of its scope is the partial funding of a scholarship for two students for four years at UNC-CH.
The board and the executive committee of the UWC hope you enjoyed the fall welcome reception and that you enjoyed the opportunity to sign up for the wide range of offerings and the chance to visit with so many interesting people. It is our hope that if you?are not yet a member, you will choose to become one. For the latest information, visit our website, http://uwc.web.unc, which has all of our newsletters and important dates. Feel free to contact me, (aidaz24@hotmail.com), our Vice President, Patty Courtright (pattycourtright@gmail.com), or Donna Falvo (falvod@bellsouth.net), our Membership Chair.
New Member Coffee – Donna Falvo
Welcome to all of our new UWC Members! We’re so happy you are part of our exciting organization!! You’re invited to a New Member Coffee on Thursday, October 26 at 10:30 at my home: 427 Wild Rose Lane, Pittsboro. It’s a great way to get to know each other, to form new friendships, to become acquainted with our UWC board members, and to learn more about all of the stimulating and enjoyable activities, trips, and events UWC offers. We hope to see you there!! More detailed information will be sent out closer to the event.
Programs
- November Program – Delight Allen – We will gather Tuesday, Novemer 14, at 1:30 at the Botanical Gardens with Tom Earnhardt’s program beginning promptly at 2. Tom is the producer and writer of “Exploring North Carolina.” This will leave time afterwards for questions, speaking with Tom, browsing the Duberry Art Gallery, gift shop, grounds and viewing the sculpture exhibit scattered throughout the Garden. Or you may choose to stay in the Reeves Auditorium and visit. This is sure to be a very special program!! For more information, contact Delight Allen: delightdallen@gmail.com.
- In Our Own Backyard – Judy Tilson – “In Our Own Backyard” is a series of 5 day trips that will probably be less than an hour from your front door. Our first two day trips are scheduled for this fall. Donna Falvo will be leading the first on Wednesday, October, 25 for “A Taste of History: Pittsboro, NC.” Visit historic sites and sample delicious food and mead wine. Jane Levy will be leading the second one on Wednesday, November 8 for ” A Look at History: Durham, NC”. Visit historic sites and lunch at Bennett Point Grill. Participation for the actual trip will be on a first come-first served basis and as the time gets closer to each event, more details will be forthcoming from the trip leader. Hope to see you with us.
- Holiday Reception – Paula Easton and Mary Ann Stringer – The Holiday Reception is the last event of the calendar year. It is always a festive time with good friends, good food, punch and apple cider. We will gather at a new venue this year with plenty of parking. We will be celebrating on Thursday, December 7 from 1-3 at Extraordinary Ventures on 200 South Elliott Road. Mark your calendars, and plan to join the fun!
Activites/Events
- Duke Trolley Tours – Carol Marshall – Due to such a full calendar in October, we will be going on our trolley ride through Duke Gardens on the afternoon of Monday, October 23 at 2:00. The cost of the ride is $10 and parking is $1 per hour so carpooling is encouraged. If you are interested in going as we have 2 spaces available. Contact Carol Marshall at 919-929- 5706 or pickardmountain@mindspring.com.
- New Mahjongg Group – Judy Tilson – This newly formed group will meet on the third Tuesday, from 1-3 in the game room of Carolina Meadows. There will be lessons for beginners and games for the more advanced. For more information, contact Judy Tilson at judytilson1@gmail.com or 919-240-4820.
- Handbook – Laurie Norman – UWC’s annual handbook will be distributed to new members at the New Member Coffee on Thursday, October 26. All other members will receive their handbooks in the mail. Our thanks to Laurie for this amazing job she completes for us annually!
Newsletter Editor – Carol Marshall
I am deeply grateful, as I am sure all of you are, for the hard work that Dee Lowdermilk has done as the editor for the UWC Newsletter for so many years. Your President and board have met with the communication committee to establish their goals for this year: highlighting coming attractions and sharing tidbits of information in preparation of UWC’s 70th birthday in 2018- 2019. If you have a topic of interest that you would like to have considered in an upcoming issue, please contact me at 919-929-5706 or pickardmountain@mindspring.com.
UWC’s Scholarships – Annette Litzenberger
The UWC Scholarships in honor of Ida Friday are awarded to two female students who attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Selection is made by the University’s Office of Scholarships and Student Aid on the basis of academic achievement and potential and need for assistance with college costs. Your contributions are encouraged to support this scholarship for deserving young women. Checks should be made payable to UNC-Chapel Hill and designated for the UWC Scholarship Fund #656705. Mail your checks to the UNC Office of Development, P.O. Box 309, Chapel Hill, N. C., 27514. Gifts to the scholarship fund count toward your total Carolina Giving record and are tax deductible. Questions? Call Annette Litzenberger at 919-942-1873.
Drivers and Riders Wanted – Linda Opfer
Do you find it difficult to get to UWC events? We are asking for volunteers who would be willing to drive members who live in their area to events. If you are interested, please let us know. We also need to hear from those needing rides. If we are able to make matches, you will be contacted. We will need contact information from both the drivers and the riders. Send the following information to opferli@sbcglobal.net or call 733- 220-5333.
- Your name:
- Contact information: (email and phone number)
- Address
- Are you a driver or a rider
Dates to Remember in 2017
- New Member Coffee: Thursday, October 26, 10:30 a.m. at the home of Donna Falvo, 427 Wild Rose Lane, Pittsboro.
- November Program: Thursday, November 14, 1:30 p.m. at the N.C. Botanical Gardens, 100 Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill. Featured speaker Tom Earnhardt, browse gallery, gift shop and sculpture exhibit.
- Holiday Reception: Thursday, December 7, 1-3 p.m. at Extraordinary Ventures, 200 South Elliott Road, Chapel Hill.
UWC Board and Program Chairs 2017-18
President: Aida Zukowski
First VP: Patty Courtright
Second VP: Brenda Schoonover
Recording Secretary: Anne Montgomery
Corresponding Secretary: Sandy Edgerly
Treasurer: Linda Naylor
Assistant Treasurer: Lucy Smith
Parliamentarian: Barbara Day
Historian: Jane Levy
Membership: Donna Falvo and Margy King
Nominations: Donna Falvo
Interest/Activity Groups: Carol Ziemiecki
UWC Scholarships: Annette Litzenberger, Linda Opfer and Carol Marshall
Email/Telephone: Paula Easton
Newsletter, Website and Facebook: Barbara Bell, Linda Opfer and Carol Marshall
Brochure: Patty Courtright
Handbook: Laurie Norman
Fall Reception: Sandy Edgerly and Mary Hoffman
Fall Program: Delight Allen
Holiday Reception: Paula Easton and Mary Ann Stringer
Valentine Fundraiser: Barbara Day and Nancy Nye
March Program: Lilian Pruett and Aida Zukowski
Spring Luncheon: Freya Mechanic
“In Your Back Yard”: Judy Tilson
We welcome all women who have an interest in joining and sharing opportunities
for friendship, social activities, intellectual stimulation and service.