THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON WOMEN S CLUB. UAWC s Annual Holiday Luncheon. In This Issue

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1 THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON WOMEN S CLUB Established in 1923 Peggy Walchalk, Editor / January/February 2017 UAWC s Annual Holiday Luncheon The annual holiday luncheon was held on Thursday, December 8, Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and holiday cheer at the beautifully decorated O Neil House. Leslie Bain was recognized as the most festive in her holiday apparel. Many thanks to Denise Beck in coordinating the luncheon. In This Issue Holiday Luncheon Highlights In Remembrance Lady Zips Basketball Game Shaw Festival 2017 Announcement Spring 2017 General Meeting News and Notes Things to Do Special Activities

2 In Remembrance Sally Anne Riede, passed away on December 3, Sally was a selfless volunteer and served on the boards and committees of many organizations including The University of Akron s Faculty Wives Club where she served as president from and remain active in the club in throughout the 1970s and played with the bridge group through the 1990s. Sally will by missed by many. Sonia H. Dial, long time member of the UAWC died peacefully December 19, Sonia loved animals spending so much time walking dogs at the shelter and volunteering her time to worthy causes. She was a gracious hostess and friend to many. We, in the University of Akron Women s Club will miss her smile and giving nature. A celebration of her life will be scheduled in April. Join The University of Akron Women s Club as we cheer on the lady Zips When: Cost: February 11th (Saturday) game vs. Kent State Golden Flashes 2 p.m. game James A. Rhodes Arena Group cost is $4 per person. $6 at the door. Lower Level seating RSVP by Feb. 3rd to participate in group ticket cost. Contact Leslie Bain at (330) or via at bain@ohio.net The University of Akron Women s Club is pleased to announce their fifth trip to Niagara-on-the Lake (NOTL) to see plays at the Shaw Festival The dates are October 10, 11, and 12, 2017 (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). The proceeds from the trip will help to support the UAWC Scholarship Fund. This year s play bill includes Me and My Girl, Dracula, The Madness of George III, and An Octoroon. See complete details in the enclosed Shaw Festival reservation form (page 4). be sure to indicate names of attendees. Tickets can be picked up at 'Will Call' window.

3 Spring Women s Club General Meeting at the Hower House, 60 Fir Hill, Akron Thursday, March 9, :00 p.m. Shop in the Gift Shop 6:30 p.m. Dinner followed by the program. Program: Shelia Baronwright, Summit County Master Gardeners, will present Senior Gardening As spring approaches, planting fever will hit us & colorful annuals at garden shops will wave at us to buy them. But bending & digging activities can become painful as we get older. Shelia Baronwright, a Master Gardener speaker, will focus on gardening advice for seniors. The Summit County Master Gardeners is an extension of the Ohio State University. This event is held in the lovely Hower House and includes a delicious home-style dinner. Desserts will also be provided. The cost for this enjoyable evening with friends is $15. RSVP by March 6th to Beverly Brockett at bhb@uakron.edu or call work, cell. Please, no cancellations can be accepted after March 6 th due to caterer commitments.

4 SHAW FESTIVAL TRIP Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada Sponsored by The University of Akron Women s Club The University of Akron Women s Club is proud to announce their fifth trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake, NOTL, to see plays at the Shaw Festival. The dates are October 10, 11 & 12, 2017, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. The proceeds from the trip will help to support the scholarship fund of the UAWC. The fee for the trip will include: **** PASSPORTS for land crossing into Canada ARE REQUIRED**** * Comfortable roundtrip transportation (bus with bathroom) and all tips and admissions * Two plays come with the package, you may purchase a third. For details check shawfest.com. * You may choose two of these plays: Me and My Girl, Dracula, The Madness of George 111, and An Octoroon. * Two nights at the elegant and beautiful Prince of Wales Hotel * Dinner on Wednesday evening & lunch on the way home on Friday. * Time to enjoy the ambiance of the picturesque village of Niagara-on-the-Lake We will make one comfort stop on the way home after leaving the Duty-Free shop. We plan to arrive in Akron about 8:30 pm Thursday evening. All of this, plus wonderful traveling companions for only: $ per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements - $ You will not want to miss this exciting trip. Please send your deposit of $ to reserve your place. PLEASE NOTE: Your deposit is 100% refundable until August 7, Final payments are due by August 7, ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AFTER AUGUST 7, Please make checks payable to: The University of Akron Women s Club and mail to: Sylvia Johnson, tour coordinator, 398 Silk Court, New Franklin, OH If you are interested in purchasing trip insurance I would suggest that you contact one of the providers of this kind of insurance. Please check or call, This information is being provided as a service to you, the UAWC would not receive any compensation from any insurance organization. Questions? Please contact Sylvia Johnson, tour coordinator and member of UAWC, or sylvia5@uakron.edu RESERVATION REQUEST NAME: ADDRESS: City/St ZIP PHONE: ROOMMATE: AMOUNT ENCLOSED: (deposit $ per person)

5 Women s Club News and Notes Happy Valentine s Day! Avoid the winter blahs, try to get out this season to enjoy all the Akron area has to offer. Visit tripadvisor.com for local information and What to do in Akron. We have lots of local gems such as Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, the Akron Art Museum, and the Akron Civic Theater. Don t forget our own UA jewel, E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall. Check out the website for the schedule of events. Note: If you have any news regarding our members such as illnesses, births, or deaths, please call our Corresponding Secretary, Carol Bowes at (330) or carolwinick@hotmail.com. Carol will send an appropriate card with regards from the Club. Things to Do Afternoon Book Review March, 2017 date to be announced Special Activities Chair: Denise Beck (330) (beck490@gmail.com) Afternoon Book Review Evening Book Review January 18, 2017 Co-Chairs: Betty Seiberling and Jackie Fay ( ) The Afternoon Book Review will not meet until March. Bridge Groups Women s Afternoon Evening Book Review February 23, 2017 Co-Chairs: Anne Biermann (330) and March 23, 2017 Sharon Gandee (330) January 18, 2017 (7 p.m.) Women s Evening High Tide in Tucson by Barbara Kingsolver. February 6, 2017 At the home of Diana Kunze March 6, 2017 Discussion Group February 23, 2017 Tour Group Co-Chairs: Leslie Bain (330) bain@ohio.net Martha Vye (330) Gourmet Dinner April 22, 2017 May 20, 2017 vye@uakron.edu The Tour Group is planning a tour of Amish country in April. More information to follow.

6 Things to Do (continued) Tour Group April, 2017 (date to be announced) Bridge Groups Women s Afternoon Chair: Leslie Bain (330) / (330) This group meets the fourth Thursday at noon for lunch and bridge at the Rockynol. There are usually three choices for lunch. Please call Leslie Bain to learn of the choices, as she lets Rockynol know ahead of the meeting what everyone wants. Schedule: February 23, 2017 March 23, 2017 Women s Evening Chair: Anais Webb (330) Hower House Programs For more details Evening bridge meets the first Monday evening of the month at 7 p.m. and ends by 10 p.m. Please plan to meet at St. Edwards on Smith Rd. Please call or Anais at awebb629@gmail.com to reserve a spot. Schedule: February 6, 2017 March 6, Schedule: Gourmet Dinner Chair: Jane Gwinn (330) Saturday, April 22, 2017 hosted by Leslie Bain with Bev Cinovec and Diana Kunze. Saturday, May 20, 2017 hosted by Jan and Carl McMillin (co-host Norma and Richard Wrobel) Hiking Group Chair: Leslie Bain (330) Co-Chairs: Denise Beck (330) beck490@gmail.com The Hiking Group will meet in the spring to plan the 2017 hiking schedule. Sylvia Johnson (330) Sylvia 5@uakron.edu The Discussion Group will meet on February 23, 2017 (7 p.m.) at the TGI Fridays in Green. Topic to be determined.

7 THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON WOMEN S CLUB c/o: Peggy Walchalk 517 Hilbish Avenue Akron, OH We re on the Web at Membership form for Please send this completed form, along with a check made payable to UA Women s Club, to Danica Houle, Falmouth Drive, Strongsville, OH Your Name Spouse s Name Your Department Spouse s Department Mailing Address (Street) City, State, Zip address Home Phone Work Phone Membership Status Active $20 New Member $20 Associate* $10 *Associates are those who have been active dues paying members and are now in retirement status. Associates who are regular participants in special activities are encouraged to pay full dues. Please check here if you wish to receive newsletter via U.S. Mail Sponsored Membership $10 Signature of Sponsoring Club Member Scholarship Donation $ Please let us know what special activities you might be interested in (check as many as you like): Afternoon Bridge Evening Bridge Afternoon Book Review Evening Book Review Gourmet Dinner Hiking Tour Group Discussion Group The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution