CJNBW May 2003 NewsLetter

Central Jersey Network
of Black Women
P. O. Box 217
Hightstown, NJ 08520
NEWSLETTER
May, 2003

**President's Message**
Dear Members and Friends: As I look back on these last 2 years, I am so pleased that you gave me the opportunity to serve as President of the Central Jersey Network of Black Women, Inc. I have great memories of working with a dedicated group of women on the Steering Committee as well as volunteers from the membership at large. Each one of these sisters supported me in countless ways and made the tasks that we undertook together rewarding and fulfilling. Lois was always there with ideas and speakers to educate us on financial planning, and many other topics. Lois also chaired the Scholarship Committee for Women Returning to College, and with Regina and Beverly, planned, organized and awarded scholarships to 7 mature women over the last 2 years. She was also the force behind the Sunshine Committee, and boy, she certainly kept the cards coming! Joyce and her partner on the PC, Liston, took care of all of our correspondence, programs and flyers. Joyce has worked with the Education and High School Scholarships Committee for over 11 years! She has been knee deep in paper for a long time. Linda keeps bringing in the money! She has spent so much time in the Network’s fund-raising activities that we owe Doug and her kids a BIG THANK YOU for the time we have stolen from them! Shirley takes care of our finances and pays the Network’s bills on time. She runs the October card sales solo, and you can’t hide from Shirley. She will find you! Illean is our reliable steward. She makes sure that activities are advertised and guidelines are followed. She chaired our February meeting which was so successful that we asked her to plan a similar meeting for later this year! Many members have contributed their time and expertise to make CJNBW a vibrant and fun organization! Because of our interactions on various committees, we have been able to get to know the members quite well. It requires some sacrifice to give up your time to do CJNBW’s work, but the rewards are terrific! Thank you , ladies (and spouses) for letting me be a part of this group! Sincerely, Ruth Rainford Timins

MAY 2003
*Sun*	*Mon*	*Tue*	*Wed*	*Thu*	*Fri*	*Sat*
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4	5	6_Steering_Committee	7	8	9	10
11-Ondina's B'day	12	13_Regular_Meeting	14	15	16	17
18	19	20	21	22	23	24
25	26	27	28	29	30	31

IMPORTANT DATES

Tuesday, May 6 - 7:30 p.m. - Steering Committee Meeting at Twin Rivers Library, Abbington Dr., Twin Rivers (443-1880). Much to be discussed as we plan for the May 18 annual recognition of a local individual and upcoming elections.

Tues., May 13 - 7:30 p.m. - Regular Monthly Meeting at Hickory Corner Rd Library, 138 Hickory Corner Rd., E. Windsor (448-1332). The meeting is open to anyone interested in joining the CJNetwork. This will be a business meeting as we have lots to discuss. (May 18 Recognition of local individual and upcoming election of officers). If you were not present at the April meeting, please make sure you send in your nominations for officers to Noreen. We need this information in order to make up the ballot and vote.

Sunday, May 18 - Annual "Recognition of Community Person", who happens to be Ondina Jeffers this year. The Recognition and scholarship fund raiser will be held at "El Paraiso Restaurant", the former Coach and Four Restaurant on Rte. 33, Hightstown. Start telling your family and friends, and remember to sell as many tickets as possible in order to make this a successful event. Remember, this is CJNBW's 22nd Anniversary.

OTHER IMPORTANT DATES:

Tues., May 13 (Approx. 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.) Career Day at Hightstown High School. Call Linda if you are interested in speaking to students about your career and also mention CJNBW and the importance of volunteer work.

OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES

The Book Club, now named, "Reading Between the Lines" continues. The next date will be decided at a future meeting. In the meantime, you can start reading Zora Neale Hurston's "Their Eyes Were Watching God".

Steering Committee CornerThis Committee is made up of the officers of the Network. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., E. Windsor, NJ., (609-443-1880). Any member can attend these meetings, if so desired.

The Steering Committee met on Tuesday, May 6 at the Twin Rivers Library . The main focus of the meeting was the May 18 Recognition and fund raiser. Also discussed is the upcoming elections of officers for our coming year. Please come out and be a part of this process. We also talked about how we can attract new members, which is an ongoing process. Ideas are always welcome. Also on the agenda was the scholarship we are planning to give to one graduating high school student. We have one candidate, however, if you know of another student, please let us know immediately. We hope to give a scholarship to a Hightstown High graduating student.

CLOTHING COLLECTION

Clothing (in good condition and clean, for working women) are always needed by the Urban Women's Center, 1201 W. State St., Trenton ( contact Dir., Doris Williams (609) 989-1925) and Dress for Success, (also known as Suitably Dressed), 640 S. Broad St., Trenton (contact Mary - 989-6639 - from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Mon - Fri). These organizations assist women who are returning to work and do not have the proper attire for work. They also need shoes and handbags. Thank you for your help in this matter. Your donations will be greatly appreciated. If you have large donations, it would be best to contact these agencies and arrange for drop off and to find out if they have the space for large donations. They can use suits for men, also.

WOMEN'S HEALTH 2003 DAYBOOK (published by the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services) can be obtained "free" by calling 1 (800) 994-9662. When prompted, press 2. You will speak to someone and provide your name, address and daytime phone number. It is a very informative book that covers health topics that affect women, along with various medical hot line phone numbers and websites and is also a day planner.

GRADUATION

Congratulations to Khary , son of Kevin and Regina who will be graduating on May 18 from Morgan State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Business Management. We are so happy for the proud parents and wish Khary the very best.

BEST WISHES & CONTINUED Good Health TO: Arlene Banks, Hattie Blanchard, Ruth Timins daughter, Nicole, and the mothers of Marcia Duhart and Lorna Jones, and Illean Fussell's brother, Bill.

It is our intention to remember all who are ill, lost a loved one or congratulate members and their families when achievements are made. However, you must let J. Abbott know so mention can be made in the Newsletter.

TIPS

Swimsuit - To prevent fading/fabric damage from pool-water chlorine, put chlorine remover for aquarium water, which is available at pet stores. Soak your bathing suit after each swim in a solution of 1 drop anti-chlorine formula in 1 gallon of water. Don't rinse out.

BIRTHDAYS
May 11 - Ondina

If your birthday has been overlooked, please contact Joyce at 448-4511

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