It was sad news to hear that Sheila Hartfield had passed away. I haven’t received any details, but will share them when I know more. I do know that Sheila had been a member of AAUW for over 30 years, since 1993. She was also active with the United Nations Association of Whittier and participated in the Great Decisions group. I always enjoyed talking to her, she cared about social justice and democracy in our world. My heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.
Andrea Bellamy shared these community drop-in’s which are open to everyone. You can also invite any potential new members to an AAUW meeting or gathering. We have also included an AAUW flyer that you can share, see page 5.
Are you a reader? Join us for an informal monthly book exchange and conversation. It’s not a book club and you aren’t required to bring a book. We meet at Panera Bread, 15629 Whittwood Lane (next to Petco), Whittier on the last Friday of each month 8:30-10 AM. Drop by anytime, this is not a GWA-AAUW section and is open to all in the community who enjoy books and coffee. Stop by and bring a friend. Encourage
Friday Book Chat – Love to read? Looking for a no pressure book group? Try Friday Book Chat on the First Friday of each month from 10 AM -11 AM at the Whittier Central Library,
7344 Washington Ave. Drop by, no registration required, and no assigned books. You can briefly share what you have been reading, or just listen and learn about some new books. The Librarian provides a list the following month of the books that were discussed for your reference. This is not a GWA-AAUW section and is open to all in the community.
A newsletter is not complete without experienced proofreaders. I am very grateful to Dolores Seidman, Pat Dudley and Sharon Heck for once again applying their eagle eyes to this issue.
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