Emily Rushin is packing up her 35 years+ of treasures from around the world and not everything is going to fit in her mountain retreat. She’s going to have a moving sale, but WEC friends can call and come by most anytime. Remember that Balinese carving or that etched metal vase from Pakistan or ? See if there’s anything you’d like! 954-523-6342
Deborah Wiggins recently experienced the death of her father, and Lee Sheffield’s mother also passed away this past month. Ladies, our thoughts and prayers are continuously with you during this time. Your WEC family is here for you if you need anything at all.
Please contact Jan Bullard at insdollie@aol.com for their contact information, if you would like to send a personal message.
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GAIL SMITH-PIANIST In Concert
March 27, 2011 * 4:00 PM * Trinity Concert Series
11 SW 11th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Suggested Contribution $10.00
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We have been offered a limited opportunity for some of our WEC Members to enjoy the Focus Features special movie screening presentation on Thursday, March 17th, 7:30 pm. Tickets are first come, first served, so arrive early. Location is Cinemark Paradise 24, 15601 Sheridan St., Davie, FL.
The movie link is www.focusfeatures.com/jane_eyre
Rated PG-13 Running Time: 120 minutes
The first 20 members who reply to Susan Kingsley’s email invitation will receive a ticket for 2. Please only reply if you are going to be able to attend. The lucky 20 members will be required to pick up their tickets at the March 15th meeting at the Tower Club, or make arrangements with Susan Kingsley or Rose White for their tickets. Those who fail to do so will unfortunately forfeit their tickets. Any extra tickets will be raffled out to attendees at the March WEC annual meeting.
This Focus Features film is the bold new version of the timeless classic Jane Eyre, based on one of the most beloved novels ever. A sexy, Gothic tale of one of the great forbidden romances of all time – filled with danger, seduction and longing that has enthralled readers, but given a modern day spin by the award – winning wunderkind director, Cary Fukunaga.
Our WEC was approached about this special movie screening presentation because the movie is based on a classic novel and the promoter’s target market is local dignitaries, female community leaders as well as book clubs.
2011 FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER
Note: The Calendar of Events now has its own page. Click on Calendar in the Top Menu.
CONTENTS
FEBRUARY LUNCHEON
Date: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Time: 11:30 Networking; 12:00 Luncheon
Place: Tower Club, 28th floor
One Financial Plaza in the Regions Bank Building
Click here for directions
Speaker: Paul Maione, Ph.D. and Melissa Bridges, MS, “Couples on The Brink”
Business Showcase: Karen Rowe, Acupuncture Physician
ALSO FEATURING: A PARADE OF PAST WEC PRESIDENTS!
MENU – Choice of:
Broiled Tilapia OR Orecchiette Pasta w/Broccoli
See you there today!
FEBRUARY SPEAKER BIOS
Paul Maione, Ph.D. and Melissa Bridges, MS, “Couples on The Brink”
From Desperation to Hope: A Step by Step Approach to Transforming Distressed Relationships
Paul Maione, Ph.D., LMFT founder and co-director of Couples on The Brink located in Plantation, Florida and core faculty in the Marriage & Family Therapy program, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University. Dr. Maione has worked assisting couples and families for the past 15 years.
Melissa Bridges, MS, LMFT founder and co-director of Couples on The Brink located in Plantation, Florida. Ms. Bridges is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and has worked assisting individuals, couples and families for the past 6 years. She is currently completing her Ph.D. in Marriage & Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida.
QUOTE OF THE MONTH
“I have found the paradox, that if you love until it hurts, there can be no more hurt, only more love.” ~Mother Teresa
FROM THE PRESIDENT
February is a month when our thoughts turn to love. This can mean a lot of things, but I have witnessed the love and caring that goes on in our own Club. I am so very proud of you all. Our Book Club started a prayer group for those of you that would like to send in a request and get some extra help. Please let Rose White or myself know if you would like to add your name. We have also sent cards and emails to many of our members that have been ill or have needed extra help.
Our last Cannon Circle at Carroll’s Jewelers sponsored by Barbara and Bob Moorman was a huge success. They were so very gracious to all of us. We had a great turnout and it is quite obvious that our ladies really like one another and are eager to learn more about each other. For that reason, we are going to give you more opportunities to take advantage of events that, ordinarily, you might not be able to attend. On February 12th, we had an amazing time at the Quarterly Saturday Gems Lunch at the Duncan Center in Del Ray Beach, thanks to Deb McLaughlin. See the pictures below of our wonderful day together at this lovely retreat center. This was in addition to our regularly scheduled Gem Lunches.
Our Jazz Concert was on February 9, and was such a totally different and exciting experience! Thank you to all of our ladies who have been working so hard to provide us with such a special evening!
This last month we were joined by members of the Boca WEC. They were very impressed by you. In fact, they want to copy many of things that we do. I have extended an invitation to partner with that group and we will be working on ideas as to how to take advantage of jointly-ventured activities. Please forward any ideas or suggestions you might have to me.
At today’s luncheon, we will be honoring our Past Presidents. This will be a special event to honor the ladies that have spent countless hours and have lead our organization to where we are today. Their knowledge and inspiration is priceless.
At every meeting I have tried to honor each one of you that have reached great heights in your own development and continued success. You are an amazing group of ladies! I wish all of you, not only Valentine’s Day, but a whole year filled with love and best wishes.
Warmest Regards,
Jan Bullard
WEC President
NEW MEMBER BIO: DEBORAH BERKOWITZ
Click here to read all about Deborah! Don’t forget to welcome her at today’s luncheon!
THE EXECUTIVE GRAPEVINE: NEWS AND NOTES ABOUT WEC MEMBERS
Click on the link to read all the great news about WEC members. This is the best part of the newsletter … don’t miss it. Click now!
Read all about the exciting adventures of our WEC members in our new blog! Feel free to comment on any post that strikes your fancy!
Read the Grapevine, news and notes about our members…
EVENTS
We have a new “Events” tab at the top of this blog! Click on the “Events” tab to find out what events WEC is hosting, or to see where WEC members are inviting you to join them!
Click here to see pictures from our incredible Jazz event…
Click here to read about WEC’s other “Events” around town…
BOOK CLUB
All WEC members are invited to become “Bookies”, where women meet in each other’s homes once a month to share in the love of books.
Mark your calendars: February 21, 2011 at 6:30pm.
Where: Judith Kolva’s home. Address to follow.
Book: Our next read is The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson. Because this book is part of a trilogy we are going to read all three books, every other month.
The objective of our Book Club is our love for reading but as a result of our "common" love to read, we have developed a beautiful bond of friendship among the group. We discuss personal and business concerns without being "judge" and assist each through ups and downs of our daily lives. A few of the ladies were concerned about the fact that if they host they have to cook elaborate meals…this is NOT about cooking, this is about reading and developing lasting and meaning friendships.
If anyone has any questions they can contact Rose at: Rosewhite@allstate.com
CANNON CIRCLE
Along with the monthly luncheons, members also get together in a more informal atmosphere during the year. These evening socials are called “Cannon Circles” and are hosted at members’ homes or businesses. The Cannon Circle is named for Past President Shirley Cannon who was known for her gracious and uplifting spirit.
Check out the pictures from our last Cannon Circle at Carroll’s Jewelers! Thank you to Barbara Moorman for such a successful event!
WEC February Cannon Circle
Debbie Wiggin and Vanessa Koutalidis present
Tasting in the Garden
Featuring vodkas and wines of BMC Fine Spirits
Jewel of Russia- Made by a family distillery dating back to the 16th century.
They specialize in fine cognacs and brandies and have now branched out
into vodka. This particular vodka is made from winter grains.
Dragon Blue Vodka- A French Vodka made from wheat, barley & rye.
Gary Posney, owner of BMC, will also host a selection of wines for tasting.
When: Wednesday, February 23rd, 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
Where: At the lovely tropical home of Debbie Wiggin.
RSVP: Call Debbie at 954-205-3883 or email her at dwiggin@wigginfp.com.
Please join us for delicious food, drink and cheer!!
Address and Directions: 306 NE 16th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale (Victoria Park), 33301:
At Federal Highway and Broward Blvd., go east on Broward until you come to 15th Ave.; take a left on 15th going North, follow the curve of the road until you come to a Stop Sign at 16th Ave.; take a left until you come to the corner of 16th Ave. and NE 3rd Ct.. The yellow house is on the corner. Please car pool if possible. Park at house or along street.
GEMS: “GREET, EAT, MEET”
Formed in November 2002, members of WEC who choose to get together for an informal meeting are selected at random in small groups to greet, eat and meet. A Lead person is selected to set a time and place for breakfast, lunch, dinner or whatever. This is a great opportunity to get to know each other on a more personal level. If you would like to be a part of GEMs, please contact Liz Mendel, GEM Coordinator at dolphintravelinc@aol.com or at her office, Dolphin Travel Inc., 954-351-2002.
This is a great opportunity to get to know each other on a more personal level.
Click here to find out restaurant recommendations for GEM lunches made by our WEC members…
Click here to read more about the success of our most recent Quarterly Gem Lunch!
ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE
We have designated this spot as an “Attitude of Gratitude” where WEC members can share business testimonials and words of thanks and praise for fellow WEC members.
Click here to read about which WEC members are profiled…it might be YOU!
WEC TABLE AND RESERVATION POLICIES
We have several club policies which we need to remind everyone:
Regarding items on the tables at the luncheons, the only things permitted are: official club business such as flyers about social events, items from the speaker, and items from the member doing the business showcase. Thank you for your cooperation.
RSVP to luncheons…Any member who fails to cancel a luncheon reservation within 48 hours or who fails to attend a reserved luncheon, will be billed at the current rate by VP of Finance. Each member will be entitled to one courtesy “no-show” per club year.
CLOSING THOUGHT
Let your love be like the misty rains, coming softly, but flooding the river. ~Malagasy Proverb
WEC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jan Bullard – President
Jenny Kelly – Past President
Karen Rowe – President Elect/VP Finance
Marsha Broadwell – VP Membership
Laurina Anderson – VP Corporate Records
Kathleen Ryan – VP Community Involvement
Pam Morgan – VP Internal Involvement
Susan Kingsley – VP Events
LUNCHEON DATES
February 15@ the Tower Club
March 15@ the Tower Club
April 19@ the Tower Club
May 18@ the Tower Club
June 15@ the Tower Club
ATTENDANCE
The membership requirement is to attend a minimum of five (5) club events every year in order to maintain regular membership. This is calculated on a fiscal year basis (i.e. August-June, not calendar year).
