As a member of NWC, it is important for us to appreciate the time and energy put into making each of our special monthly events a reality.
Let’s start with the monthly luncheons. Did you know there are three board director positions just involved with different aspects of each luncheon? We have Lisa and Brenda, continually looking for and finding venues and negotiating all the details. We have Ann and Lark finding speakers and arranging their presentation needs. And, we have Sarah, Merryl and Joan taking reservations, making badges and working on site to register each of us.
These days the challenges of finding venues big enough as well as trying to keep the price as economical as possible, is a very huge challenge. After working toward this end, the dedicated restaurant team decided on a new venue for the Holiday Luncheon which will take place on Tuesday, December 10th at the Monarch Hotel in Clackamas.
The thoughtfulness put into this decision and hours spent considering prices, locations, venue sizes, etc, is huge.
We sincerely hope you will each have a great time on December 10th at the Holiday Luncheon. Mark your calendars, please! Much more info to come!
Other events, such as philanthropic activities, also take hours of planning. At the end of each event, the Philanthropy Committee headed by Barb, sits down and evaluates all aspects of the event. How much was charged, how much did it cost to put on and how much was collected for our charity are all considered and very carefully evaluated. Trying to offer the lowest price for our members to attend a quality event has to be carefully balanced against the desire to support our charity the best we can. We always appreciate your participation and generosity.
Another monthly activity for all to enjoy is the Saturday Night Social. Brilliantly organized by Merryl, she finds homes to host the event each month and makes sure the glassware is all up to snuff. If you would like to host, please notify Merryl.
I hope to see you at the November luncheon on November 14 at the Stafford. So many events to choose from! Enjoy your membership, you are what makes our club great!
Best wishes,