General Federation of Women s Clubs of Connecticut, Inc. OFFICIAL CALL TO 122nd GFWC/CT STATE CONVENTION Leslie Apostalon, President MAY 17 & 18, 2019 Hartford Marriott, 28 Day Hill Road, Windsor, CT 06095 The General Federation of Women s Clubs of Connecticut is honored to have as our guest for this Convention Mary Ellen Brock, GFWC International President. Thursday, May 16, 2019 4:00-6:00PM Convention Committee Meeting- Glastonbury Room Friday, May 17, 2019 8:30AM Registration (coffee available from Starbucks in the lobby) Fundraising and Exhibits Open 9:30AM Morning Session CALL TO ORDER of the 122 nd GFWC/CT Annual Convention Opening Ceremonies, Preliminary Reports, Credentials Presentation of Convention Rules Presentation of Convention Program Greetings from Mary Ellen Brock, GFWC International President Reports of GFWC/CT Officers Community Service Program Awards Presentation of LaFontaine Volunteers in Progress Award Guest Speaker: Barbara Yolde, Friends of Kenya 12:00 Noon Recess for Friendship Time, Fundraising and Exhibits 12:30PM Lunch
1:30PM Afternoon Session Interactive Leadership Workshop: A Shower of Ideas Guest Speaker: Claire Criscuolo- Owner of Claire s Corner Copia in New Haven In the Kitchen Project Community Service Awards (continued) Advancement Area Awards Announcement of Nominating Committee for 2020-2022 Administration Announcements, Door Prizes 3:30PM Recess and Photo Opportunities Friday Evening, May 17, 2019 6:00PM 6:30PM 6:45PM 7:00PM Social Time (cash bar will be available) Processional Formation Processional (Everyone in their seats) Banquet followed by Little Black Dress Fashion Show Saturday, May 18, 2019 8:30-9:30AM Convention Registration, Arts & Crafts Registration (Please note: NO crafts will be accepted after 9:30AM), Fundraising and Exhibits open (coffee will be available for purchase at Starbucks in the lobby) 9:30AM Morning Session Convention Reconvenes Memorial Service Guest Speaker: Mary Ellen Brock, GFWC International President Special Awards and Recognition Memorial Scholarships Guest Speaker: Kim Hoffman, CT National Guard 11:45AM 12:30PM 1:30PM Afternoon Session Recess for Arts & Crafts Viewing, Friendship Time, Fundraising and Exhibits Lunch Update on President s Project Tackling Hunger in Our Communities Arts & Crafts Best in Show Other Outstanding Business Announcements 3:00PM Adjournment
Memorial Service: Club Presidents are asked to submit the names of members who have passed away since May, 2018 to Maddy marzullo at maddymarz@sbcglobal.net or 860-689-0594. Please submit the member s name, her passing date, the name of her club, and the year she joined or the approximate number of years in the club. Please submit this information by May 3, 2019. Fundraising Baskets: Clubs that are donating baskets or items for the GFWC/CT Fundraising are asked to contact Wendy Clery at wendy.clery@gmail.com as to the content of items they are bringing and what day they will be brought to Convention. Door Prizes: Executive Board members are requested to bring a door prize with the individual s name attached. Additional door prizes will be appreciated from clubs with a large number of attendees. Rooms are available at the Hartford/Windsor Marriott May 16 and 17, either King or Double Double at $121.00 per night. Guests should ask for the 2019 GFWC Conference Group Rate. Reservation Due Date is 5/2/19 after which rooms not reserved will be returned to the general inventory. To reserve call the hotel at 860-688-7500. Directions to the hotel: From I-91 North take exit 38 for CT-75 toward Poquonock, turn right onto CT-75N/Poquonock Ave., take the Day Hill Rd. exit toward Summerwind, continue onto Day Hill Rd., turn right onto Lamberton Rd. the hotel will be on the right. From I-91 South take exit 38A-38B for CT-75 toward Windsor/Poquonock, keep left at the fork to continue on Exit 38B, follow signs for Day Hill Rd., continue onto Day Hill Rd., turn right onto Lamberton Rd., the hotel will be on the right.
GFWC/CT Convention Reservation Form 122 nd Annual Convention MAY 17 & 18, 2019 Hartford Marriott, 28 Day Hill Road, Windsor, CT 06095 Registration deadline is May 7, 2019. This is a firm deadline and no reservations accepted after this date Registration: One day or part of a day $5.00 Two Days $10.00 Lunch- Friday, May 17, 2019 $35.00 Soup & Salad Buffet: -Fire Roasted Tomato Bisque -New England Clam Chowder -Home-style Chicken Noodle Soup Salad Buffet to Include: Spinach, Field Greens, & Romaine Lettuce, Carrots, Diced Cucumber, Red Onion, Green & Red Peppers, Olives, Cherry Tomatoes, Croutons, Shredded Cheese, Bacon Bits, Chopped Egg, Diced Ham & Turkey & Assorted Dressings -Warm Rolls & Butter -Assorted Cupcakes -Starbucks Coffees, Teas, Decaf Dinner Friday May 17, 2019 $45.00 Spinach Salad with Sliced Strawberry, Goat Cheese, Candied Pecans, & Raspberry Vinaigrette Served with Rolls & Butter & Fresh Coffees & Teas Chicken Francaise: Breaded Chicken Francaise in white wine lemon butter sauce served with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes & Fresh Green Beans Roasted Salmon: Roasted Salmon with Key Lime Citrus Sauce served with Rice Pilaf & Fresh Green Beans Stuffed Portobello Mushroom: Grilled Portobello Mushroom stuffed with Mixed Vegetables served with Parmesan Risotto Dessert: Strawberry Layer Cake Lunch Saturday, May 18, 2019 $35.00 Starter: Italian Wedding Soup Entrees: Served with Warm Rolls & Butter & Fresh Coffees & Teas Pork Tenderloin: Rosemary Sage Stuffing, Broccolini, & Roasted Potatoes Baked Cod: with Ritz Cracker Crust in lemon butter, Basmati Rice, & Zucchini/Squash Medley Penne Primavera: Penne with Mixed Vegetables in a Tomato Cream Sauce Dessert: Crème Brulee Cheesecake
Name Phone Club District: SW SE NC NW GFWC/CT Executive Board Position Club President: Yes No Friday May 17, 2019 Entrée Choice Lunch Buffet $ Dinner $ Saturday, May 18, 2019 Lunch $ Registration # Days $ Total $ Dietary Restrictions Registration deadline is May, 2019. This is a firm deadline and no reservations accepted after this date Mail to: Lisa Pepe, GFWC/CT Reservations, 675 East Street North, Suffield, CT 06078, Phone: 860-965-9305, Email: lisapepe@cox.net Make checks payable to: GFWC/CT Please note any dietary restrictions.
Display Table Reservation Form/ 122 nd Annual Convention May 17-18, 2019 Tables are available for clubs to sell items or promote events. NO raffles or 50/50 drawings. Individuals wishing to have a table for personal use must contact the State President for requirements prior to the Convention. There is no charge to CSP Chairman or Committee Chairman, but registration is required. ½ table $7.50 Full Table $15.00 Name Club Mail to: Maureen Fernandes, 33 Mechanic St. Unit 301, Windsor, CT 06095 Phone: 860-688-0125 Make checks payable to: GFWC/CT