September, 2012
Branch meeting, Saturday, September 8, 10 a.m. to noon, Edmonds Community College, Snohomish Hall, Room 304A.
Welcome Back, What’s Happening This Year—Introduction of officers and teams, budget, program highlights, tribute to Title IX.
Candidates Forum, Saturday, September 15, 10 a.m., Edmonds Community College, Woodway Hall. Room 202.
October, 2012
Branch meeting, Saturday, October 13, 10 a.m. to noon, Edmonds Community College, Snohomish Hall, Room 304A.
Holistic Health Strategies throughout the Life Cycle, presented by Dr. Jyh-Mei Liu-Swartz.
Diversity Book Group, Wednesday, October 17, 7 p.m., location in newsletter.
Coffee and Conversation, Friday, October 19, 10 a.m., Corner Coffee Café.
November, 2012
Branch meeting, Saturday, November 10, 10 a.m. to noon, Edmonds Community College, Snohomish Hall, Room 304A.
Focus on AAUW Funds Development. Program is on Puget Sound Natural Treasures with guest speaker Sigrid Llewellyn. Ms. Llewellyn will highlight the unusual biodiversity of Puget Sound and share examples of the complexity of the ecosystem and food web.
Coffee and Conversation, Friday, November 16, 10 a.m. Check the November newsletter for location and how to RSVP.
Board meeting, Monday, November 19, 7 p.m., at the home of Phyllis Keiley-Tyler.
December, 2012
Annual Holiday Luncheon and Local Scholarship Fundraiser, Saturday, December 1, 10 a.m., Cafe de Paris Restaurant. $20.00 for lunch and auction.
Live and silent auction. Bring items for the auctions and invite guests to this gala event! (Details and reservation form in the December, 2012, newsletter.)
No December Board meeting will be held.
January, 2013
Branch meeting, Saturday, January 12, 10 a.m. to noon, Fairwinds – Brighton Court.
Dr. Nancy Hendrie talks about the
Sharing Foundation.
“The Simple Art of Creating a Future for Children Who Had None,” Dr. Nancy Hendrie, founder and president of the Sharing Foundation.
Following the Branch meeting there will be a New Members Luncheon. See the January newsletter for details.
Coffee and Conversation, Friday, January 18, 10 a.m., at the Aloha Cafe, 6806 196th Ave. SW, Lynnwood.
Board meeting, Monday, January 21, 7 p.m., at the home of Phyllis Keiley-Tyler.
AAUW-WA Lobby Day, Monday, January 28.
Travel to Olympia to learn about the issues that AAUW-WA will be supporting. See the January newsletter for information about registration and transportation.
February, 2013
Branch meeting, Saturday, February 9, 10 a.m. to noon, Edmonds Community College, Snohomish Hall, Room 304A.
Roberta Jonnet describes strategies to enhance spiritual wellness.
“Strategies to Enhance Spiritual Wellness,” presented by Roberta Jonnet. Sharing of our wisdom and ways to renew the spirit. Here are Roberta’s slides and bibliography.
Games Day Fundraiser for Branch Scholarships, Monday, February 11, 12:45 p.m., Fairwinds – Brighton Court.
Come to learn and play Mah Jongg, Bridge, or Mexican Train. Coffee and refreshments served. $7.00
Coffee and Conversation, Friday, February 15, 10 am, at Richmond Beach Coffee Company.
Vagabonding: movie, dinner, and discussion. Sunday, February 17, 4 pm. “Lincoln” at the Edmonds Theater.
Board meeting, Monday, February 18, 7 p.m., at the home of Phyllis Keiley-Tyler.
March, 2013
Tea and Fundraiser, Saturday, March 9, 1 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church. $20 registration.
“Celebrating Local Women in History.” Featuring a vintage fashion show, display from the Snohomish County Women’s Legacy Project, and raffle of theme baskets. (Photos by Roberta Jonnet.)
At the podium is Lynn Gough, owner of Supercalifragilistic Hats and Fashion Shows. She is wearing a 1930s felt hat and an ankle-length Erté designed coat. Model Christine Palmer wears an evening gown designed by Du Barry of New York.
Model Crystal Powell wears a dusty blue business suit of the 1940’s. Her blouse is amber crepe, and her shoes and handbag are alligator.
Crystal is wearing a wedding gown from the 1870s. It is of Scottish origin, made of a sateen fabric with heavily embroidered silk brocade that is encrusted with crystal beads.
Coffee and Conversation, Friday, March 15, 10 a.m., at Third Place Books.
Board meeting, Monday, March 18, 7 p.m., at the home of Phyllis Keiley-Tyler.
Expanding Your Horizons conference, Edmonds Community College, Wednesday, March 27. (Our branch is a co-sponsor of the EYH conference.)
April, 2013
Friday, April 5, Project Home Association’s 2013 fundraiser, at 7:30 pm at Edmonds Community College Black Box Theatre.
Branch meeting, Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. to noon, Edmonds Community College, Snohomish Hall, Room 304A. Annual Scholars Recognition. Annual Meeting and Election of Officers.
Branch president Phyllis Keiley-Tyler, Washington state co-president Barbara Sando, and member Sue Renhard with high school girls recognized for STEM achievements.
Recognition of junior girls from the five Edmonds high schools for their achievements in the STEM areas. Special guest Barbara Sando, co-president of AAUW Washington. Annual meeting and election of officers.
Wednesday, April 17, “Implications of the Affordable Care Act,” 7 p.m., PUD Building, 2320 California Street, Everett.
Presentation by Brendan Williams, co-sponsored by AAUW and the League of Women Voters of Snohomish County.
Coffee and Conversation, Friday, April 19, 10 a.m., Corner Coffee Café. 
May, 2013
Movie Night, Saturday, May 4, 6 p.m.
Our first film discussion night! We’ll enjoy a potluck, a thought-provoking film, and a discussion. The movie is Frozen River, an award-winning film about two women brought together by their struggle for economic survival. Great reviews by Roger Ebert and in the NY Times. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Mary Ross, mbucherross(at)ymail.com. We’ll help you with carpooling.
Diversity Book Club, Wednesday, May 15, 7 p.m., Richmond Beach Rehabilitation Center.
Book is State of Wonder by Ann Patchett. RSVP by email to Merrie Emmons.
Coffee and Conversation, Friday, May 17, 10 a.m., Aloha Cafe, Lynnwood.
Branch meeting, Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m. to noon, Kruckeberg Botanic Garden.
Our tour guide Julie shows historic photos of the home and garden.
“Living in an Enhanced Environment,” a tour of the Kruckeberg Botanic Garden. The garden is now a Shoreline City Park, operated in partnership with the Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation. The garden has more than 2,000 species of plants that were collected, planted, and tended by Art and Mareen Kruckeberg for over 50 years. (Garden photos by Roberta Jonnet.)
Branch members listen attentively during the tour.
Helen, Phyllis, and Jan set up for coffee break.
Board meeting, Monday, May 20, 7 p.m., at the home of Phyllis Keiley-Tyler.
Breaking Down Barriers: U.S. Business Etiquette for Women, Wednesday, May 29, 3 to 6 p.m., Edmonds Community College, Snohomish Hall, Room 304.
Co-sponsored by the EdCC Career Action center and AAUW Edmonds SnoKing branch. Guest speaker Arden Clise will explore first impressions, networking with ease, and digital diplomacy. If you are able to help with registration or snacks for the event, please email Anne Penny.
June, 2013
Branch meeting, Saturday, June 8, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (note time change!), Spiro’s Pizza and Pasta, Shoreline.
High school scholarship award, year’s wrap-up and installation of officers, followed by no-host lunch. Bring “study break” snacks to add to a gift basket for Project Home Association students. (Photos by Roberta Jonnet.)
Debby Smith introduces scholarship recipient Erika Teasely.
Phyllis installs Joyce Carver as Secretary for 2013-2014.
Coffee and Conversation, Friday, June 14, 10 a.m., Cafe Louvre (formerly Tully’s in Edmonds). Note the date change from the usual third Friday to the second Friday of the month.
Board meeting, Monday, June 17, 7 p.m., at the home of Phyllis Keiley-Tyler.
Branch Retreat, Saturday, June 29, Stella’s Landing social room, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
July, 2013
Board meeting, Thursday, July 18, 7 p.m., at the Mountlake Terrace Library.
August, 2013
Board meeting, Monday, August 12, 6:45 p.m., at the Mountlake Terrace Library. At this time, board meetings are not open to the general membership.)
Diversity Book Group, Wednesday, August 21, 7 p.m., at Ilse’s home. Book to be discussed is Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver.
All-Member Meeting, Washington State AAUW, Saturday, August 24, in Ellensburg.