The Apple Branch American Association of University Women

Appleton, Wisconsin Branch

Volume 33 Number 3 September, 2018

AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls through research, education and advocacy.

Sept. 11 Travel Group Oshkosh

Sept. 13 Evening Literature

Sept. 19 Afternoon Literature

Sept. 20 Branch Meeting

Sept. 25 Social Issues Study Group

Sept. 27 Painting Class

Oct. 2 Katherine Gehl presentation

October 9 Book Sale Moving

October 11 Book Sale Work Night

“Believe in yourself, learn, and never stop wanting to build a better world.” - Mary McLeod Bethune, American educator, stateswoman, philanthropist, humanitarian, and civil rights leader As a student… and later as a teacher, September for me was a time of new beginnings: new pencils and crayons, new class lists, new friends, new subjects, new books, new challenges. I think it is a good time as well to remind us of what we have learned in the past, and take that “refresher course” before we forge ahead in the year to come! Here are some “AAUW Basics” to think about as we enter a new year of learning, working together, and enjoying the many activities of our branch!

MISSION: To advance gender equity for women and girls through research, educa-tion, and advocacy

For us this means we will support the AAUW mission as we plan programs, fund schol-

arships and student leaders, and amplify our collective voice for issues relating to women and girls.

VISION: Equity for all

For us this means we will learn about and advocate for practical solutions to achieve equity in education, workplaces and our own community.

VALUES: Nonpartisan. Fact based. Integrity. Inclusion and Intersectionality. For us this means we will reflect the AAUW national statement that this organization has always been “fiercely nonpartisan but not values neutral”. We will keep this in mind as we discuss issues, whether at a branch meeting, working the book sale, traveling together, or involved with any AAUW sponsored activity. We will be inclu sive and appreciate each and every member of our branch in all our interactions. So sharpen your pencils, get ready to learn and make new friends, and pack your back-packs with this reminder of who we are as AAUW members: “AAUW has been empowering women as individuals and as a community since 1881. For more than 130 years, we have worked together as a national grassroots organization to improve the lives of millions of women and their families.” Welcome to the new year, friends!! Becky O’Connor, President bandboc@gmail.com

September Branch Meeting

We are so excited to have Kimberly Jones, Title IX Coordinator at Lawrence University, as our first guest speaker this year. Those who have heard Kimberly speak describe her as passionate, knowledgeable, and entertaining. She will explain why Title IX continues to be relevant. Please join us: Date: Thursday, September 20 Place: First United Methodist Church 325 E. Franklin St., Appleton Time: 5:45 Gather/Snacks* 6:15 Program 7:15 Business Meeting September’s meeting also gives us a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends and meet our new members. * Please bring an appetizer or dessert to add to our snack buffet.

“As the leading voice in promoting equity and education for women and girls since 1881, AAUW has deep roots in the academic community. College/University memberships open doors to grants and fellowships, leadership training, professional development, educational resources, and advocacy tools.”

We welcome Lawrence University to the AAUW community! As a new organization, AAUW-Lawrence is reaching out to students and off to a great start! Their advisor, Rose Wasielewski, will be a part of our board and we look forward to building a partnership with the students. We will learn more about Smart Start (negotiating salaries), National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL), Campus Action projects and more!

Social Issues Study Group

Our September meeting is scheduled for 10:00 am on September 25th. The location and agenda for the day will be set at our August 28th meeting. If you’re interested in joining our discussion and learning about Racism in America, our topic for this year, be sure to sign up with Judy Goodnight judy@gwd.org for group updates. Watch our AAUW Appleton Facebook page and/or our website for news about this group.

Branch Programs for 2018-2019

Thursday, September 20 Kickoff for the year, featuring Kimberly Jones! Come and enjoy an appetizer and dessert buffet. Listen to Kimberly Jones, Title IX Coordinator at Lawrence University, as she explains why Title IX is still so relevant. Branch updates will be given and you’ll have time to sign up for committees.

Thursday, October 11 Book Sale Work Night Branch Meeting and Optional Box Lunch (see reservation form). Come early or stay later and help organize books for the sale.

Thursday, November 8 “Resiliency: Reflecting on What We All Need to Thrive” A dynamic panel will help us understand how resilience can help us move beyond “adverse childhood experiences” or other traumas. You’ll go home with tools and handouts to aid you in helping yourself and others build resilience.

Saturday, December 1 Holiday Brunch for Members and Guests Enjoy a relaxing morning visiting with other Branch members and guests. Some holiday music and a delicious brunch, along with a silent auction and bag drawing, will help get you into that holiday spirit.

Monday, January 14 “Opiates in the Fox Valley: Understanding the Threat to Us All” Sean Kuether, Community Liaison Officer –Appleton Police Department, will lead a group of local experts who will show us that opioid usage crosses all boundaries; there are no stereotypical addicts. They will also share what’s being done to com-bat the problem locally.

Saturday, February 9 “Your County Board and What It Can Do For You” A panel of county board supervisors from Outagamie, Winnebago and Calumet Counties will enlighten us on their roles and how we can be more involved and educated citizens of the counties in which we live.

Tuesday, March 19 “Broadening Our STEM Knowledge” Our local Essay Contest winners will be recognized and they’ll share their essays. We’ll also hear a local woman working in a STEM career explain the excitement, challenges, pitfalls, and rewards of her career in a STEM field.

Tuesday, April 9 “Who Are the Native American Women Living in Wisconsin?” Dr. Renee Gralewicz, a Professor at UW-Fox Valley, will share her knowledge about Native American Women living on and off reservations in Wisconsin. Dr. Gralewicz has a fascinating background that includes being a Native American woman herself as well as a member of the United States Army.

Thursday, May 23 End of Year Celebration and Recognition It’s a cause for celebration as we gather for dinner and a program to honor our scholarship winners, member anniversaries, and out-going and in-coming officers.

**Please consult the membership booklet for times and locations.

American Mah Jongg is alive and well. If you are interested in playing, and you are currently not receiving the schedule please let Laurie Leonard (734-7455 or rjllal@new.rr.com) know. If you have never played and would like to learn this would be a good time to begin. Hope to hear from you soon.

(Ladies, please mark your calendars for these upcoming meetings.)

Thursday, September 20th – Branch Kickoff Meeting 5:45 Gather at First United Methodist Church

6:15 Program featuring the informative, dynamic, and entertaining Kimberly Jones, Title IX Coordinator,

at Lawrence University 7:00 Business Meeting Saturday, December 1st – Holiday Brunch 8:30 Kick off the holidays with at our annual Brunch at Riverview Gardens – Stone Cellar (Did you know it’s only 5 months until Christmas?

Summer Sales and a little free time could provide you with the perfect opportunity to pick up something for our silent auction or bag drawings.)

Travel Group Fall Itineraries

September 11th: Hidden Treasures of Louis Comfort Tiffany (see full page ad) RSVP by September 1 October: NO TRAVEL PLANNED – Branch Book Sale and Fox Cities Book Festival this month November 16th: SAVE THE DATE – A Trip to Titletown – Lunch at Titletown Brewing Company and then ex-

ploring the exhibits at the Neville Public Museum in Green Bay – More info in the October newsletter. Questions? Contact Judy Goodnight – judy@gwd.org

Reading lists for AAUW Book Groups The reading lists for the Evening Literature, Afternoon Literature, Summer Mystery Group and Summer Reading Highlights can be found on our branch website. Go to http://appleton-wi.aauw.net , bring your cursor over What We Do and click on Interest Groups or just use this link: http://appleton-wi.aauw.net/what-we-do/groups/. The Evening and Afternoon groups have a clickable link to a pdf file that can be printed. The Summer Mystery information is listed in the description of the group.

The Evening Literature group will be meeting on Thursday September 13th at 6:30 at the Kaukauna Public Library, 207 Thilmany Rd, Unit 200. The book being discussed is Educated by Tara Westover. October’s book is The Hand Maid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood.

Evening Book Group

Member Outreach Member Outreach is a way for our AAUW community to stay connected and reach out to members during significicant times in their lives. Laurie Leonard, AAUW member creates beautiful cards for occasions such as: Thinking of you Congratulations Get Well Illness Sympathy

If you know a member who we should reach out to in this way, please contact JaneAnne McCabe jamforever02@yahoo.com

Afternoon Book Group September Tea

Our tea will be held on Wednesday, September 19th, at noon in the Haen Room of St. Paul Elder Services, 316 E. 14th Street, Kaukauna. (If you’re bringing food or place settings, please arrive by 11:30.) Parking is limited so carpooling is encouraged. Members signed up in May to provide sweet and savory treats to go with our tea. If you didn’t sign up and wish to provide a treat, contact Nancy Samson at samsonnancy47@gmail.com to get added to the list. There is an urgent need for members to provide place settings for the tea. This includes the following: a tablecloth, plates, silverware, cups and saucers for 4 people and a teapot if available. If you can provide place settings, contact Nancy ASAP. RSVP to Nancy Samson by September 12th if you plan to attend. Please be prompt with your RSVP! After we enjoy our tea, we will be sharing summer reading highlights so take the time to bring a list of the books you care to share. You can turn your list in to me that afternoon so that I can compile the overall reading list and place it on our website for everyone to access. Judy Goodnight, Afternoon Books Chair judy@gwd.org

MAKING MEMORIES WITH BOOKS

Our 82ND Annual Book Sale!

Preparations are underway for our 2018 Book Sale which will be held Oct. 18-21 and Oct. 25-28 at the Northland Mall. Moving day will be Oct. 9 and the Book Sale work night will be Oct. 11. Please mark these important dates on your calendar. How you can help now: 1. Hand out Bookmarks and Flyers requesting books in as many places as possible. Extras are available downstairs at the Atlas Mill. 2. Help with book pick-up. Call Donna Cook or Stephanie Malaney to volunteer. When you pick up books, please recycle books which can’t be used for the sale. 3. Bring books you have collected to the Atlas Mill. When you come in the main entrance turn right and take the elevator to the basement. In the basement, take a right and go straight ahead to door #2 storage area which will be on your right. Stack full boxes of books inside on the left and put partially full boxes on the cart. The light is on a timer on a pole outside the storage room. 4. Attend summer and fall sortings at the Atlas Mill. They are taking place every Tuesday and Friday morning from 9 to 12 starting on August 3 until we move to the Northland Mall in October. On August 7, the first Tuesday of sorting, we plan to have lunch together at Fratello’s to celebrate the official start of the Book Sale season. 5. Collect as many books as possible. This year we have again decided not to accept donations of books from public libraries, because many of these books do not sell. Therefore, we need to make an extra effort to get other books. 6. Save empty boxes (especially paper boxes with lids), but please don’t bring them until we ask. Questions: Call any of the Book Sale Chairs Sorting: Betsy Mintern (832-9218), Christine Taylor 636-8153) & Shirley Schloemer (843-8888) Pick-Up: Donna Cook(427-6655)&Stephanie Malaney (734-6750) Publicity: Trish Brehm (739-8522) Business Mangers: Mary Ditter (766-1990) & Mary Grace (734-6379)

Do you have a little free library? Do you know someone who does? Pick

up some AAUW book sale bookmarks and put them in the libraries!

Spread the word about our book collecting and our sale!

Communications Update

For any communications issues such as not receiving the newsletter, name changes, email address changes,

home address changes, phone number changes, contact Communications Chair, Judy Goodnight judy@gwd.org

or 729-9553 .

Appleton Branch Online: Facebook: Find our branch on Facebook by looking for AAUW-Appleton. Like our page

to get its posts in your newsfeed. Like & share posts to spread the word about our branch happenings.

Our branch website can be found at http://appleton-wi.aauw.net/.

APPLETON BRANCH MEMBERSHIP NEWS

We had a very successful Prospective Member Picnic on August 15! Thanks to everyone who came despite the heat and humidity to enjoy good food, friendship and sharing of what our Appleton branch of AAUW is all about. Many thanks to hostess Judy Phillips and to our speakers: Becky O’Connor, Jeanne Seitz, Jaqui Klimaszewski, Judy Goodnight, Mary Grace, Nancy Havens, and Jackie Booher. Thanks also to the membership committee for all of their help with food and set up. Prospective members attending the picnic were: Lisa Buchholz, Alyssa Stern, Pat Griedl, Peg Vaughan, Kathleen McDonald, Vicki Mulder, Cheryl Green, and Rebecca Chulski. Very new members attending were Mary Skatrud and Ruth Cerull. We had prospective members that were unable to attend the picnic but were very interested in joining AAUW. They were: Mary Smaby, Gerri Heffron, Jayne Ryczkowski, Ann Muenster, and Rose Waseliewski.

NEW MEMBER COFFEE The membership committee will be hosting a new member coffee on Wednesday, September 12, at 1pm. The coffee will be held at the home of Nancy Havens, assistant VP membership, 1112 N Fernmeadow, Appleton, WI. 54915 The coffee will be for all new members, any newer members, and members who haven’t been very active re-cently in our Appleton branch who would like to get better acquainted with AAUW . It’s a very good opportuni-ty to connect with each other and learn more about our branch.

WOMENS FUND LUNCHEON Margie Young, past VP membership, has filled the table for AAUW at the Womens fund luncheon on September

sixth. Thank you to all AAUW members who signed up to go to this.

NavyPier

Sculpture Objects Functional Art and Design (SOFA) Fair in Chicago

is the premier gallery-presented art fair dedicated to three-dimensional art and design. On par with Art Basel and TEFAF Maastricht, SOFA is pro-

duced by Urban Expositions, a Clarion Events company. Critically acclaimed and continuously running since 1994, what distin-

guishes SOFA from other top art events is its focus on three-dimensional artworks that cross the boundaries of fine art, decorative art and design.

SOFA is noted for its exceptional presentation, with an elite selection of international dealers presenting for sale one-of-a-kind masterworks in handsome, custom-designed gallery exhibits.

Friday, November 2, 2018

Cost: $75.00 includes bus ride, refreshments, entrance fee and contribution toward women’s scholarship fund. Lunch will be on own.

Leave GV Park and Ride (on Hoffman Road): 7:30 am sharp.

Leave for trip back to Green Bay: 3:30 pm A stop will be made on the return trip for a quick sandwich.

Home: approximately 8:30 pm

Tickets will be on 1st Come, 1st Serve (only 55 seats available)

No Refunds

There is a travel opportunity with the Green Bay Branch of AAUW that sounds interesting and fun! They will be going to the SOSA (Sculptural Objects Functional Art) exhibit at Navy Pier on Friday, November 2, 2018. Tickets are 1st come, 1st serve with 55 seats available. No refunds. If interested, email Laura Fisher-Bonvallet at info@laurafisherbonvallet.com You can also contact Joan Moeschberger at joanemoe@gmail.com

Painting Class With Chris Scott

When: September 27th Time: 12:30 to approximately 4 Where: Chris’s home – 1406 W Edmund Dr. Appleton Topic: Floral Still Life with found objects No prior skill is needed. Just come and have fun. Cost: $10.00 Refreshments will be served. RSVP to Laurie Leonard (734-7455) or rjllal@new.rr.com) by September 21st

Time to order your AAUW T-shirt I’d like to take this opportunity to promote purchasing this year’s AAUW t-shirt. It’s a navy blue, 50/50 blend with white screen printing. AAUW is center front in a large font and because equity is still an issue below it in a smaller font. It’s a good looking t-shirt – very sharp and distinguishable. It stands out! And it strongly and simply states who we are. Dare I suggest that we all have one of these t-shirts in our closet? We can wear it at any AAUW event (it’s not dated) and it will surely catch the eye of anyone not familiar with our organization. See the order form below (note deadline). Thanks, Sylvia Bull

AAUW T-shirt ORDER FORM 2018

(Shirt: Navy blue; 50/50 blend; white screen printing AAUW center front in large font and because equity is still and issue

below it in smaller font)

Short sleeve $9.00, long sleeve $14.00 Sizes XL – 3XL (add $3.00 for 2xl and 3xl)

Name ______________________________________________

Phone __________________E-mail _______________________

Circle style(s) SHORT LONG State size XS – 3XL ______

Orders with payment are due Sept. 29 (include payment with form)

Make checks payable to Sylvia Bull 2459 E Glenhurst Lane Appleton, WI 54913

If you have questions, call Sylvia at 920-731-4364 or sjbcre-ate@gmail.com

AAUW Appleton Branch Meeting May 17, 2018 First Methodist Church

After dinner, introductions of scholarship recipients, member recognition, and book sale announcements, President Judy

Goodnight called the meeting to order at 6:58 pm opening with the Mission Statement.. The minutes of the April meeting

were accepted as published. President Goodnight shared a state convention report. In the category of over 100 members,

Appleton placed third in the addition of new members with19. Congratulations to the members. We ranked as top branch in

giving to AAUW funds. We were third branch in giving per capita. There are three Bylaw Amendments for members to vote

for or against. 1. National board members would serve for a term of three years, staggered so there would be experience on

the board at all times. 2. Up to five national board members need not be members of AAUW. 3. The degree requirement for

AAUW membership would be removed.

Membership Vice President Margie Young reported that of the 159 members of our branch 100 have renewed. The re-

maining 59 will be contacted with a reminder. Checks go to Kathleen Gagnow, FVP. Our focus will be new members this

summer. The drawing to stimulate membership renewal resulted in the following names: Pat Nelson. Diane Harper, Melissa

Boveroux, and Faye Binsfeld.

Program Vice President Helene Iverson asked for programming suggestions to be submitted to Jeanne Seitz or Joan

Moeschberger. Helene made a request of the membership for timely reservations for upcoming events.

Finance Vice President Kathleen Gagnow shared a report now filed in the Secretary’s minutes.

Public Policy Chair Jacqui Klimaszewski shared a slide show of the year in public policy. The goal this year was to involve

more people in public policy – success! Members of the committee were thanked. The slide show: Sept. – collected items

and money donations for the Fox Valley Literacy Council, Oct. – signing post cards to support the redistricting of Fair Maps,

Nov. writing post cards for legislatures to support the Dream Act, Dec. collecting books to support literacy through APL

“Reach Out and Read.” Jan. – completing post cards supporting the issues around clean water, Feb. – encouraging our legis-

latures with post cards to address issues of student debt, March – (Public Policy Day) sharing concerns regarding the eroding

away of Title IX, April – passing out Pay Day candy bars for Equal Pay Day and signing post cards to support issues around

Brain Hygiene. Reminder: sign up for Two Minute Activist. Judy Goodnight suggested members should become more famil-

iar with AAUW public policy. When contacting a representative regarding an issue be sure to state that you are a member of

the American Association of University Women.

Tech Savvy Chairs Jacqui and Stephanie reminded members the date of the next event is March 9. Planning will take place

over the summer: Girl Savvy, Adult Program, STEM, and Key Note Speaker.

President Goodnight reminded members of summer activities.

*Art in the Park will be hosted again by Nancy Samson. Brunch is 11 – 1. Participants may want to go the park before or

after brunch.

*The Summer Mystery Book Group chaired by Betty Pontius is meeting the third Wed. of June, July and August at 11:30 am.

The book for June is The Cuckoo’s Calling.

*Evening Book Group is meeting around noon in the summer on the second Thursday of the month. In June we have a Pot

Luck and discuss The General’s Women.

*BYO Lunch will take place at the home of Joan Schneider on the 13th of June, July and August from 11:00 – 2:00. It is a time

to get to know each other better and just enjoy ourselves.

*Mahjongg will continue to meet over the summer.

*Travel Group Door County Tea will be next spring due to scheduling difficulties. Judy is looking for other ideas and, even

more, help with planning outings.

AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disa-bility, or class.

AAUW empowers all women and girls to reach their highest potential.

The Apple Branch is a

publication of the Appleton,

Wisconsin Branch of the American Association of

University Women.

Branch President:

Becky O’Connor

bandboc@gmail.com 920-540-7751

Membership VP: Connie Wunderlich markandconnie208@hotmail.com 920-540-0874

Newsletter Editor:

Carol Ebel

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920-660-2539

Judy Goodnight also suggested a new study group, The Social Issues Study Group. While the group will develop the plans when they meet, Judy suggested choosing an issue to study for the year, read, learn, and discuss the issue. The initial meeting will be at Judy’s house on June 27 at 1:00. If interested, attend that day or call to indicate your interest. The Retirement of Officers ( Helene, Margie, Joan, Judy) was conducted by Betty Pontius and Faye Binsfeld. Newly Elected Officers (Becky O’Connor, president; Jeanne Seitz, PVP; Joan Moeschberger, APVP; Connie Wunderlich, MVP; Nancy Havens, AMVP; Mary Zanto, Recording Secretary) were installed. Introduction of Continuing Officers then took place: Kathleen Gagnow, Jacqui Klimaszewski, Stephanie Malaney, Mary Grace, Judy Goodnight, and book sale chairs. Judy Goodnight shared some words with the branch as the retiring president of the branch. The meeting was adjourned by incoming president Becky O’Connor at 7:58. The next meeting: TBA. Joan D. Schneider Recording Secretary

920.734.2009 joandschneider@gmail.com