President’s Message

Nancy Alcorn

2012! Another year for the amazing women of TVWC to commit their time and talents to the betterment of our community, nation and world! As report writing is wrapping up I am in awe of the numerous accomplishments of this dynamic group of ladies. We will be sharing these reports with you throughout the year so you will get an overview of all the outstanding projects TVWC completed in 2011. I am so excited to be ”Partners in Service” with all of you. You are the most giving, most devoted and the most enjoyable women I’ve ever known. The friendships we’ve forged have enhanced my life.

There are so many exciting committees this year that you will find it difficult to narrow your choice down to just a few. Jean Lash, our Dean, will be sharing some new committees that are forming. At our January meeting the Federated Committee Chairs will share about their committees and you can enjoy their lovely display boards.

January Meeting

Our speaker this month is Laurel Corona who lives in the San Diego area and teaches English and Humanities at San Diego City College. She writes historical novels that focus on women and the roles they played in their societies. She uses real and invented characters to bring history to life. Her stories are true to the facts of a time and place.
Our Books for Lunch committee read her novel The Four Seasons. The setting is Venice in the 18th century and composer Vivaldi is the link to the story of two sisters. This novel has been translated into French and Spanish and sells internationally. She will autograph members’ books and have books for sale.

You were so receptive to our monthly Helping Hands project last year that we will be continuing it again this year. At each of our monthly meetings you will have the opportunity to bring “In Kind” donations that will be donated to the various charities that we will be supporting. This month I have again chosen Project Touch, a nonprofit that helps with the needs of our local homeless population. Last year you embraced this need through your generosity. For any large items you would like to donate we will arrange for a pick up at your home. Thank you for your support for this cause.

Project Touch Transitional Apartments and Shelter Needs List: Gently used crib size and standard twin mattresses and sheet sets to fit these sizes, flat twin sheets. Kitchen Items: automatic drip coffee, small counter size microwaves, pots and pans, dish sets of four or more, flatware, small dressers, small TV’s and VHS or DVD machines, towels and washcloths. Shelter Needs: paper goods, toilet paper, paper towels, 8oz. paper cups, paper plates, plastic flatware, toiletries, flat sheets, floor cleaning products, coffee, creamers, hot chocolate, gently used men’s tennis shoes (6.5 to 13) and socks.

Centerpieces will be provided by the “Advocates for Families in Transition” Committee that we will be voting on this month. They will be donating the items purchased to Project Touch.