The meeting was co-hosted by GFWC Tullahoma Woman's Club, GFWC Centennial Woman's Club and GFWC Tullahoma Jr. Woman's Club. The luncheon was catered by Janet and Brian Patterson of Daddy Billy's Delicatessan in Tullahoma.
Many thanks to the outgoing officers and chairmen who served the district so well since 2008. Especial thanks must go to Sandie Simms, who did an outstanding job as Arts Chairman, and Ida Brtalik, who handled the treasury masterfully. Retiring officers are:
President: Kate Lapczynski, GFWC Tullahoma WC
1st V.P: Ashley Viar, GFWC Cookeville Jrs. WC
2nd V.P: Pat Rottmund, GFWC Cookeville Jrs. WC
Recording Secretary: Marcia Kribs, GFWC Tullahoma WC
Treasurer: Ida Brtalik, GFWC Cookeville Jrs. WC
Director of Junior Clubs Amanda Monks, GFWC Cookeville Jr. WC
Newly elected officers for 2010-2012 are:
President: Renee' Keene, GFWC Centennial WC
1st VP: Kaye Barlow, GFWC Renaissance WC
2nd VP: Pat Rottmund, GFWC Cookeville Jrs. WC
Secretary: Monica Skelton, GFWC Centennial WC
Treasurer: Teresa Young, GFWC Centennial WC
Director of Junior Clubs: Deb Allen, GFWC Cookeville Jr. WC
Left to right: GFWC of Tennessee President Johnnie Hill; Renee' Keene, Monica Skelton, Teresa Young, Pat Rottmund, Kaye Barlowe and Deb Allen.
The Spring Meeting is always a lot of fun because of the Arts and Crafts Contests that are held at the District Level. There were 18 different categories within the contests. Sincere thanks to Ann Smotherman, Pam Weidemer, and Flo Hershey, who served as the judges this year.
The judges at work: Ann Smotherman, PamWeidemer, and Flo Hershey
Even a very busy agenda leaves time for fellowship.
Nancy Hale, framed by tulips. Kathy Orr and Deb Allen share a smile.
Marjorie Stevens speaks on behalf of the GFWC of TN endowment.
Marcia Kribs learns that she has taken "Best in Show" honors for her personal scrapbook.
The torch (gavel) is passed from one administration to another.
Kate Lapczynski, Brenda Simmons and Marcia Kribs
Photos by Kelly Lapczynski
One of the best things about being involved in the General Federation of Women's Clubs is the lasting friendships that develop between women who might otherwise never have known one another.
