Grand Rapids Timberline
Volume 48, Issue 8 April, 2024
NEWS FOR AND ABOUT
AAUW GRAND RAPIDS
BRANCH MEMBERS
EDITOR; Myrna Peterson
myrnakay67@gmail.com
218-301-6028
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN Grand Rapids Minnesota Branch 6013
Sunday, April 14, 2024
Friday, March 8, 2024
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Friday, December 8, 2023
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Friday, September 29, 2023
Sunday, September 10, 2023
Monday, May 1, 2023
Thursday, April 6, 2023
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Grand Rapids Timberline
Volume 47, Issue 6 February 2023
NEWS FOR AND ABOUT
AAUW GRAND RAPIDS
BRANCH MEMBERS
EDITOR: Myrna Peterson
(218) 301-6028
MISSION: AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls through research education and advocacy.
February 20, 2023
Location: United Methodist Church
Social and Registration begins at 11:30 AM
Lunch at 12 PM
Menu: French Dip w au jus, Cheesy Potatoes, Pistachio Pudding
Food Chair: Marj Lavalier
Food Committee: Marilyn Rossman, Susan LaVelle, Marlys Mestemacher
Program: Intention and Equity in Rural Media
KAXE Northern Community Radio
Presenters: Heidi Holtan, News and Public Affairs Director
She has worked for KAXE for 20 years and currently helms the Morning Show. She is also a regional correspondent for WDSE/WRPT’s Duluth Public Television’s Almanac North.
and
Kari Hedlund, Music Director
She leads the station to meet its commitment to showcasing 50% women artists along withan eclectic musical mix that brings Minnesota musicians to the forefront. She also organizes Riverfest and other concerts throughout the region.
Northern Community Radio’s mission is to tell the stories of the people and the land of Northern Minnesota through music, conversation and events. The goal is to create high-quality programming and events that fill the information, education, and entertainment needs of the community, helpingpeople feel connected to the culture and traditions.
**RSVP to AAUWRSVPGrandRapids@gmail.com by Monday, February 13.
President’s Message
Happy February. The January luncheon was wonderful. Dr. Andrew Tri did a fantastic job on the topic of Black Bears. I sent out an email with the 2023 Winter Pines attached, if you did not receive it and would like a copy, you can email me. I will be out of town for our February luncheon, so if you would like to add anything to our general meeting let Janice Johnson know. She will be running the meeting.
Wishing you all a Happy Valentine's Day!
Laurie Clausen, President
***Travel Treasures
Fabulous Travel Treasures brought in $21 at our January meeting! All money raised goes towards our Scholarship Fund. A reminder to bring your Travel Treasures to our February meeting!
Norma Eppinga and Marlys Mestemacher
New Members
2 New Members joined at the January Meeting
Please welcome them to our branch and add their information to your directory.
Linda Lonson
38824 Siseebakwet Shores
Cohasset, MN 55721
763 438-8822
LINDALONSON@yahoo.com
Linda’s mother was a member of our branch. Linda’s first meeting was our December scholarship fund raiser. Not only did she purchase raffle tickets, she brought a prize basket.
Marilyn Fritze
2060 SW 8th St
Grand Rapids
651 246-2978
fritzemarilyn@gmail.com
Marilyn was recruited by Pat Anderson and joined at the first meeting so she qualified for the reduced dues of $56.50 for this year under the Shaping Our Future program.
Membership Chair, Janis Johnson
** INTEREST GROUPS **
*EXPLORING OUR COMMUNITY
The group goes on outings to area organizations and activities. Contact is Cyndy Agle, cyndy.agle@gmail.com
No February outings planned.
*LITERATURE
The AAUW Monday Morning Lit Group will meet on Monday, February 6th, at 9:30 A.M. in the private dining room at Majestic Pines. Jan Hill will lead our discussion of THE PERSONAL LIBRARIAN by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. Coffee will be provided. For more information, contact Nancy Salmi @ 326-3147 or nsalmi@earthlink.net.
*PUBLIC POLICY Deanna Ensley is trying to organize a new Public Policy group. If you have an interest in a more action-based group, including discussion of what and how we will move forward, please think about letting her know of your interest and wait for more specifics. You can reach Deanna at (360) 333-0228 or at deannaensley@yahoo.com
*WALKING & TALKING
We walk each Tuesday afternoon at 1 PM. We walk for about one hour, always outside. The location in the Grand Rapids area changes from week to week and members receive an email with the walk location. If the weather looks really awful, you will get a cancellation notice. Members walk when they want or are able; no need to RSVP. We welcome new walkers. If you are interested in joining, send your email and cell phone number to k.karls@yahoo.com.
*Sunshine & Caring
If any member of AAUW needs a bit of sunshine because of illness or a sympathy card, please let me know and I will send a card from AAUW. You can email me at: cyndy.agle@gmail.com.
Grand Rapids AAUW Board Meeting Minutes
Monday, January 9, 2023 – United Methodist Church
Laurie Clausen, president, opened the meeting. Attendees included Laurie Clausen, Karen Karls, Norma Eppinga, Dianne Anderson, Julie Skallman, Janis Johnson, and Elaine Thorstenson.
Secretary’s report: October 2022 Minutes will be read at the next board meeting.
Treasurer’s report: This year’s Scholarship Fund Raiser exceeded that of 2021. An additional $600 was raised from the mink coat donation. Julie also reported her brother intends to donate $1000 to our Scholarship Fund. The treasurer’s report was filed for audit.
Communications: Karen Karls will be submitting information to the Herald Review to publicize our January meeting.
Meeting Scheduling: It has been agreed that we will have four board meetings per year rather than six. The originally scheduled meeting for July, 2023, will be replaced by an August 14th meeting to accommodate summer schedules. Janis Johnson will lead the business meeting for our February general meeting. Karen Karls will collect monies for the February meeting and Elaine Thorstenson will collect monies for the March meeting.
2023 Fund Raiser: Board members discussed possible changes to our annual fundraiser including changing the time of year as well as possible new formats. A subcommittee was formed to evaluate further options. Karen Karls, Janis Johnson, and Elaine Thorstenson have agreed to work on this project.
The next board meeting is scheduled for 9:30am on April 10, 2023
The meeting was closed by President Laurie Clausen.
Minutes respectfully submitted by
Dianne Anderson, Secretary
January 16, 2023
AAUW Grand Rapids MN Branch General Meeting Minutes
The Grand Rapids branch met at the United Methodist Church January 16, 2023, for a social hour, lunch and program. Thirty-four meals were served to guests and members prior to the meeting and program.
President Laurie Clausen opened the meeting. Guests were introduced and welcomed. Travel Treasures earned $21. Jan Bilden announced plans for members to attend the Grand Rapids High School Girls Basketball game on Tuesday, January 17. The evening will include a brief presentation including a question/answer period as well as enjoying the game. Marva Jean Hutchens extended an invitation for members to attend Lumberjack Day at the Grand Rapids United Methodist Church for worship and/or luncheon on January 22. Lunch to be followed with games and activities.
The evening’s program was titled “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants.” Dr. Andrew Tri, DNR Wildlife Research Biologist for the DNR Bear and Medtronic Project was the presenter. It was very well received.
Minutes respectfully submitted,
Dianne Anderson, Secretary
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“Feminism isn’t about making women stronger. Women are already
strong. It’s about changing the way the world perceives that strength.”
― G. D. Anderson
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AAUW MN State Meeting (Virtual)
Mark your Calendars! April 29, 2023
More info to follow later in February for the time, resolutions, ballot and agenda.
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FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS - Best Wishes!
2 – Shirley Jacobson 3 – Barbara Zimmer 4 - Deanna Ensley
5 – Sarah Copeland 12 – Pat Anderson, Julie Skallman 22 – Colleen Nardone
26 – Ann Clark 27 – Pam Friesen
Websites for local, state and national AAUW information:
Our Grand Rapids AAUW blog: http://grandrapidsaauw.blogspotcom/
MN AAUW website: http://aauw-mn.aauw.net
National AAUW website: www.aauw.org
ADVANCING EQUITY FOR WOMEN & GIRLS – FOR MORE INFORMATION
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION www.aauw.org
AAUW MINNESOTA www.aauwmn.net
Saturday, December 31, 2022
Grand Rapids Timberline
Volume 47, Issue 5 January 2023
NEWS FOR AND ABOUT AAUW GRAND RAPIDS BRANCH MEMBERS
EDITOR: Myrna Peterson
(218) 301-6028
MISSION: AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls through research education and advocacy.
January 16, 2023
Location: United Methodist Church
Social and Registration begins at 11:30 AM
Lunch at 12 PM
Menu: Baked Potato Bar, Crusty Bread, Brownies
Food Chair: Karen Karls
Food Committee: Kathleen Spencer, Dianne Anderson, Emille Zasada
Program: DNR Bear & Medtronic Study
Presenter: Dr. Andrew N. Tri, CWB, Ph.D. DNR Wildlife Research Biologist
TITLE: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: Lessons Learned from Four Decades of Bear Research in Minnesota
Andrew Tri is the Bear Project Leader for the Minnesota DNR’s Forest Wildlife and Populations Working Group. He has worked with bears for DNR since 2015 and has been working with bears since 2010. His PhD is from West Virginia University and was on the ecology and population dynamics of urban and suburban bears in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. His Master’s degree was on bobwhite quail from Texas A&M University–Kingsville, and earned a BS in Fisheries and Wildlife at UMN-Twin Cities. He grew up in Northern Anoka County, MN, and now lives in the woods, south of Hibbing, MN, with his husband and two dogs. He’ll be speaking about the DNR’s long-term bear monitoring project, which is one of the longest running bear projects in the country (early 1980s-present).
**RSVP to AAUWRSVPGrandRapids@gmail.com by Monday, January 9.
AAUW Night at Grand Rapids Girls Basketball Game. In November, our dinner program was led by Anne Campbell, GRHS Activities director, along with two coaches, Kim Hamling (basketball) and Marlo Gangl (Nordic skiing). Title IX, the federal law that prohibited discrimination by gender in educational institutions receiving federal monies, has resulted in a great many more opportunities for women in athletics. We were impressed with their dedication and professionalism, and a bit envious of the opportunities that were not available to most of us as students.
To support young women athletes and to have an evening of excitement and entertainment, we are invited to attend a basketball game between Grand Rapids and Bemidji girls on Tuesday, January 17. The game begins at 7:15 but we hope to have a brief talk regarding rules, strategy and other points to help us enjoy the game and then sit together. Anne will provide passes for free admission to those who indicate they will be attending and spouses and partners are also welcome. Email Jan Bilden at jpbilden@gmail.com or leave a message at 218-492-4129 by January 11 if you would like a free pass.
President’s Message
Happy New Year! Our January and February meetings will be lunch meetings at the Methodist Church. This has worked well in the past. Be sure to RSVP before the deadline.
Speaking of RSVP, this continues to be a problem for us. We continue to have no shows, late RSVPs, and walk-ups. This is such a problem because we are either paying for more meals then are being eaten, or we won't have enough meals for everyone to eat. It is important to get that RSVP in before the deadline to make sure that we have a meal for you at the dinner.
At our December meeting/fundraiser "Eat Your Words", we raised a very generous amount toward scholarships.
Stay warm and cozy!
Laurie Clausen, President
Travel Treasures
There were no Travel Treasures in December as it was our annual fundraiser. All money raised went towards our Scholarship Fund. It was a very fun evening! Please remember to bring any Travel Treasures to this January meeting.
Norma Eppinga and Marlys Mestemacher
Treasurers Report
Our December Scholarship Fundraiser was a fun and successful event. I think our members enjoy putting together a raffle item as much as they enjoy winning something to take home. We had 32 members and guests in attendance which was down a bit from past years.
We sold $635 in raffle tickets, two members who could not attend sent me a total of $75 with directions to add it to the raffle funds. That means we raised $710 from the raffle.
Brenda Rudd had generously donated a mink coat to the fund raiser as she was moving out of the area. Marlys Mestemacher placed a high bid of $500 for the coat saying they planned to gift it to their daughter-in-law who saw it at their home and loved it. She and her husband Tom decided to add another $100 to the check when they sent it to me for deposit.
So thanks to all of you who participated in the event in some manner, our scholarship fund was increased by $1310.
Since the beginning of the fiscal year in July we have also been given $65 in memorials and $126 from Anita Firman from the sales of her jewelry at our May meeting.
That makes a grand total of $1501 in 6 months. Thank you for your commitment to education for women!
Julie Skallman
julie.skallman@gmail.com
** INTEREST GROUPS **
*EXPLORING OUR COMMUNITY
The group goes on outings to area organizations and activities. Contact is Cyndy Agle, cyndy.agle@gmail.com
No January outings planned.
*LITERATURE
The Monday Morning Lit Group will meet on Monday, January 9th, at 9:30 AM in the private dining room at Majestic Pines. Jan Bilden will lead a discussion of TRAVEL AS A POLITICAL ACT (3rd edition) by Rick Steves. For more information, contact Nancy Salmi at 326-3147 or nsalmi@earthlink.net.
*PUBLIC POLICY
Deanna Ensley is trying to organize a new Public Policy group. If you have an interest in a more action-based group, including discussion of what and how we will move forward, please think about letting her know of your interest and wait for more specifics. You can reach Deanna at (360) 333-0228 or at deannaensley@yahoo.com
*WALKING & TALKING
We walk each Tuesday afternoon at 1 PM. We walk for about one hour, always outside. The location in the Grand Rapids area changes from week to week and members receive an email with the walk location. If the weather looks really awful, you will get a cancellation notice. Members walk when they want or are able; no need to RSVP. We welcome new walkers. If you are interested in joining, send your email and cell phone number to k.karls@yahoo.com.
*Sunshine & Caring
If any member of AAUW needs a bit of sunshine because of illness or a sympathy card, please let me know and I will send a card from AAUW. You can email me at: cyndy.agle@gmail.com.
JANUARY BIRTHDAYS - Best Wishes!
25 – Alexandra Zimmerman
27 – Marian Barry, Gayle Coyer, Louise Koglin Fideldy,
Karen Wennen
28 – Brenda Ruud
31- Dianne Anderson
Websites for local, state and national AAUW information:
Our Grand Rapids AAUW blog: http://grandrapidsaauw.blogspotcom/
MN AAUW website: http://aauw-mn.aauw.net
National AAUW website: www.aauw.org
ADVANCING EQUITY FOR WOMEN & GIRLS – FOR MORE INFORMATION
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION www.aauw.org
AAUW MINNESOTA www.aauwmn.net
Friday, December 2, 2022
Grand Rapids Timberline
Volume 47, Issue 4 December 20221
NEWS FOR AND ABOUT
AAUW GRAND RAPIDS
BRANCH MEMBERS
EDITOR: Myrna Peterson
(218) 301-60284
MISSION: AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls through research education and advocacy.
December 12, 2022
Location: Forest Lake Restaurant, Lower Level
5-6 PM Registration and Social Hour
6 PM Dinner
Program: Christmas Party & Scholarship Fundraiser
Theme: “Eat Your Words”
Menu Choice:
Pork Loin
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Broccoli
Caesar Salad
Bread Loaf
Pumpkin Bar
Basil Chicken over Rice
Broccoli
Caesar Salad
Bread Loaf
Pumpkin Bar
Shrimp over Linguine Noodles
Broccoli
Caesar Salad
Bread Loaf
Pumpkin Bar
Cost is $30.00
Food Chair: Janis Johnson
Food Committee: Linda Johnson, Sue Mattson
Christmas Party
Our theme this year for the silent auction is: ”Eat Your Words’
Be creative! You could bring a book and a dessert, a salad cookbook, or a gift card to Super One or Unwined.
Tickets will be sold at the door for the silent auction:
25 tickets for $20.00
12 tickets for $10.00
6 tickets for $5.00
We will also hold a "second chance" drawing for those that did not win.
Note: You can bring a special item for this and give to Janis Johnson for the drawing and she will set it aside.
**RSVP to AAUWRSVPGrandRapids@gmail.com by Monday, December 5.
If anyone prefers to send Julie Skallman, treasurer, their check for this event in advance, you may do so. Make your check out to AAUW for $30 and mail to
Julie Skallman, PO Box 5163, Grand Rapids Mn 55744.
If the check reaches her by the RSVP deadline of Dec. 5, there is no need to do a separate RSVP.
President’s Message
The holiday season is now in full swing! Our Christmas get together will be here before you know. Remember to put together your basket for the silent auction. The theme again is "Eat Your Words". We will also have the beautiful mink coat for auction, donated by Brenda Ruud. Thank you, Brenda.
Laurie Clausen, President
Travel Treasures
Once again, our members were very generous. At our November meeting Travel Treasures brought in $50 towards our scholarship fund! Thank you all.
No Travel Treasures in December as it is our annual fundraiser. All money aised will go towards our Scholarship Fund. It will be a very fun evening!
Norma Eppinga and Marlys Mestemacher
** INTEREST GROUPS **
*EXPLORING OUR COMMUNITY
The group goes on outings to area organizations and activities. Contact is Cyndy Agle, cyndy.agle@gmail.com
No December outings planned.
*LITERATURE
The AAUW Monday Morning Lit Group will meet on December 5th at 9:30 A.M. in
the private dining room at Majestic Pines. Nancy Salmi will lead a discussion of WATERFALL by Mary Casanova and provide a treat for our morning coffee. If you would like, please bring a monetary donation to the Second Harvest North Central Food Bank. For more information, contact Nancy Salmi at 326-3147 or nsalmi@earthlink.net.
*PUBLIC POLICY
Deanna Ensley is trying to organize a new Public Policy group. If you have an interest in a more action-based group, including discussion of what and how we will move forward, please think about letting her know of your interest and wait for more specifics. You can reach Deanna at (360) 333-0228 or at deannaensley@yahoo.com
*WALKING & TALKING
We walk each Tuesday afternoon at 1 PM. We walk for about one hour, always outside. The location in the Grand Rapids area changes from week to week and members receive an email with the walk location. If the weather looks really awful, you will get a cancellation notice. Members walk when they want or are able; no need to RSVP. We welcome new walkers. If you are interested in joining, send your email and cell phone number to k.karls@yahoo.com.
*Sunshine & Caring
If any member of AAUW needs a bit of sunshine because of illness or a sympathy card, please let me know and I will send a card from AAUW. You can email me at: cyndy.agle@gmail.com.
AAUW Grand Rapids, MN Branch General Meeting Minutes
November 14, 2022
The Grand Rapids branch met at the United Methodist Church November 14, 2022, for a social hour, dinner and program. Thirty-seven meals were served to guests and members prior to the meeting and program.
Janis Johnson opened the meeting. Guests were introduced and welcomed, and Travel Treasures earned $50. The Christmas Fundraiser will be held on December 12 at the Forest Lake Steakhouse. A happy hour will precede the dinner and fund raiser.
Jan Bilden introduced the evening’s speaker. Anne Campbell, Grand Rapids High School
Activities Director, spoke on the “Fiftieth Anniversary of Title IX”. Included in the presentation were comments from both coaches and student athletes. The presentation was very well received.
Minutes respectfully submitted,
Dianne Anderson, Secretary
Websites for local, state and national AAUW information:
Our Grand Rapids AAUW blog: http://grandrapidsaauw.blogspotcom/
MN AAUW website: http://aauw-mn.aauw.net
National AAUW website: www.aauw.org
ADVANCING EQUITY FOR WOMEN & GIRLS – FOR MORE INFORMATION
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION www.aauw.org
AAUW MINNESOTA www.aauwmn.net
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