OCTOBER, 2012 VOL. #7 ISSUE #1

Sowing Seeds of Opportunity

In…Chi Chapter,

Alpha Alpha State, and

DKG International

by Lois Brown

Our February speakers will share “The

Many Layers of Delta Kappa Gamma

Membership” with us. A Chi Chapter

membership opens up the worlds of Alpha

Alpha State and International. There are

opportunities for personal growth and

leadership, attending seminars and

conventions, earning Act 48 credits,

socializing, fundraising, and helping your

community. Also, scholarship monies are

available for further education, enrichment

grants are awarded for travel, and distinctive

women are honored.

Marcia Trach will tell us about her

Woman of Distinction award. Dr. Barb

Andrews and Dr. Marj Paradise will talk

about their state and international

scholarships in pursuing their doctoral

degrees. These members will discuss their

chapter, state, and international involvement

inside DKG and how they took advantage of

the opportunities to grow within and outside

our organization.

Inside this issue, you will find:

Our President’s Message…..…. Pages 2-3

History/Shopping Event..................Page 4

Re-Enactor Darlene Colon..……...Page 4

Projects Committee Update……....Page 5

Northeast Regional Conference....Page 5

Upcoming Dates….……..……......Page 6

We Remember………………….… Page 6

Luncheon Reservations…..….......Page 7

*Luncheon Reservations for our February

meeting are due to Kathy Kuzmiak by

Friday, February 1, 2013.

Chi Chapter is Celebrating 65 years!

Happy Anniversary,

Chi Chapter!

February 14, 1948-

February 14, 2013

DELTA KAPPA GAMMA,

CHI CHAPTER NEWSLETTER Editor: Anne Miller

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It is winter in Lancaster. The days are shorter and nights are longer. Barren tree

branches stretch toward the sky as brown grass covers the ground. Even in this bleak

landscape, there is hope and there is promise. Winter is also the time of year when

snow replenishes the ground water and dormant bulbs or seeds are gathering nutrients

from the soil. My father was a wholesale florist so I lived on a “plant farm” with many

greenhouses. At this time of year my father sowed seeds, took cuttings and nurtured

the bulbs of tulips, daffodils, and iris.

One of my favorite memories is of a visit to the greenhouse on my way home from

teaching when there was at least a foot of snow on the ground. As soon as I opened the

greenhouse door, I could smell the growing plants and blooming flowers. The

tantalizing scent brought a smile to my face and made me think of spring. Then my

eyes saw the most beautiful red, pink and purple tulips along with yellow daffodils and

pink iris. I told my father I truly understood why he loved what he did because he was

able to enjoy the smells and sights of spring even while surrounded by snow. Chi

sisters, where do you see yourself this winter? Are you feeling like a bulb and needing

to rest and refresh your spirit? Or are you feeling like a beautiful flower blooming in

the midst of winter as you grow professionally and personally? Either way, I hope you

join us for our meeting in February. As we come together in fellowship, the winter sky

brightens and our souls are nourished.

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From President Andrews Sowing the Seeds of Opportunity

In Your Backyard and Around the World

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(Our Chapter President’s Message cont.)

There are many things happening in Chi Chapter, in Alpha Alpha State and

DKG International. Please think about attending Alpha Alpha State Convention in

June. Our chapter is 65 years old and will be part of the birthday celebrations. The

birthday celebrations will happen on Friday evening and on Saturday at the

luncheon. We need you to help with ideas for a skit, attire and some dance moves

to share at convention. Also, we need to take a basket of goodies to convention to

put in the raffle. We need you to help develop a theme, collect items and put the

basket together. Supplies for early career educators will be collected at the Friday

evening meeting at convention. We need you to put these supplies on your

shopping list. Start thinking and let me know your ideas on how you can help with

any of the above.

March 2nd is a special event sponsored by our Ways and Means Committee. A

brunch and shopping in downtown Lancaster is something to brighten our day and

provide Chi with some needed funds. Look for details in the newsletter and plan to

share the day with some friends. Space is limited so get your ticket early.

You are invited to join us for an orientation for potential members in March.

Details will be given at the February meeting. Share your experience and help

strengthen our society as we introduce Delta Kappa Gamma to our guests.

You will find the reservation for our February meeting on the last

page of the newsletter. Please print it out and get your reservation to

Kathy Kuzmiak on time.

Fondly,

Barbara Andrews Chi Chapter President 2012-2014

“Let us be grateful to people who make us happy,

they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.”

- Marcel Proust

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by Patricia Jacobs

Chi Chapter will be hosting a History/Shopping Event

at the Lancaster Marriott Convention Center at Penn

Square on Saturday, March 2, 2013.

The day will begin at 9:30AM with greetings and social

time. Brunch will be served at 10AM. Darlene Colon,

renowned Lydia Hamilton Smith re-enactor, will be

performing in front of the Thaddeus Stevens archeological

site after brunch. Many downtown merchants are supporting

the event by donating favors, door prizes, and incentive

coupons for participants to use while shopping after this

event. Tickets are $35, and this includes a $5 coupon for

parking at the Marriott Parking Garage.

For tickets, contact Anna Niesley at 717-450-1512 or

anna niesley@iu13.org. Make check payments to DKG Chi

Chapter. The tickets will make a wonderful gift and will

provide guests an opportunity to hear about Thaddeus

Stevens and his impact on the history of our nation.

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Thaddeus Stevens

archelogical site

Re-enactor Darlene Colon

will play the part of Thaddeus Stevens’ friend

Lydia Hamilton Smith

You’re Invited to

Chi Chapter’s

History and Shopping Event!!!

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Thank you from the Projects

Committee

by Amy Smith

Thank you to all of our Chi sisters. Your

generosity was a blessing to DVS in both your

monetary gifts as well as your other gift items,

again this year. We are continuing to show a

strong support for Domestic Violence Services.

Keep listening for other ways to support our Chi

Chapter Project and our Early Career Educators.

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Would you like to share your

vision and help strengthen

our society?

Present a Workshop at the

Northeast Regional

Conference!

Visit www.dkg.org

and download the

Regional Workshop Proposal Form.

Email your submission to:

Mary Lee Makinen

mlmakinen@comcast.net

by Feb. 15, 2013

Journey to Portland, Maine

for Northeast Regional

Conference (from DKG News, Jan/Feb 2013)

The Northeast Regional Conference,

July 24-27, mirrors the biennium theme

of Sharing Our Vision – Strengthening

Our Society. Renew friendships, explore

the Northeastern part of the U.S. and

enchance lifelong learning experiences.

Workshops will cover Society

information, education and personal

interests. Ida LeClaire (aka Susan

Poulin), a Maine humorist, is a featured

keynote speaker.

Chi Chapter Remembers: Sara Beamesderfer Shea

Dates to Remember Event: Date: Location:

Executive Board Mtg. Thurs., Feb. 21, 2013 E.R. Martin Media Center

4:45 p.m. Hostesses: Lyn & Eileen

Brunch and Shopping Sat., March 2, 2013 Lancaster Marriot

in Lancaster 9:30 Social; 10:00 Brunch Convention Center

Newsletter Articles Fri., March 8, 2013 Due to Anne Miller

Email to: aemiller@lancaster.k12.pa.us

Founder’s Day Meeting Sat., April 13, 2012 MU Bolger Center

Alpha Alpha State Fri., April 26, 2013 to Best Western Country

Purposeful Seminar Sun., April 28, 2013 Cupboard Inn, Lewisburg, PA

Born in Myerstown, PA in 1918, Sara Beamesderfer Shea was the daughter of the late

Rev. Cornwell and Sallie Ebling Beamesderfer, and the wife of the late Earl L. Shea.

Sara was a 1939 graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing and then went on

to receive two degrees in Education: a BS from Millersville University in 1956, followed by a

Master's from Temple University in 1961. She spent her professional career in education and

nursing, and eventually served as the coordinator of the Lancaster County Practical Nursing

Program until her retirement in 1977. She served on the State Board of Nursing Examiners

and was still a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Chi Lancaster Chapter. Sara served as a

Lieutenant in the United States Navy Nurse Corp during the 1940s. She was a licensed pilot

and together with her late husband, they flew their own plane frequently back and forth

between Lancaster and Maryland. She was an active member of the Zion United Methodist

Church in Myerstown, an avid dog lover and gardener, and a strong believer in supporting

good causes.

Sara Shea remembered Chi Chapter in her will. We received $400 to use toward a

Grant-in-Aid for a high school graduate pursuing a degree in education. As she remembered

us, may we all remember her as the giving humanitarian that she was.

Check out our website at www.deltakappagamma.org/PA-chi

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Third Chi Chapter Meeting, 2012-2014 Biennium Sowing Seeds of Opportunity In Your Backyard and Around the World

“The Many Layers of Delta Kappa Gamma Membership” Bolger Center at Millersville University in Old Main

Saturday, February 9, 2013 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

* Necrology Service * 65th Birthday Celebration * Business Meeting

Program: “The Many Layers of Delta Kappa Gamma Membership”

will be shared by Chi members who have won awards in Scholarship, International Scholarship, and Woman of Distinction.

Luncheon Menu Chicken Parmesan Mixed Baby Greens

Linguini with Pesto Sauce Butternut Squash-Apple-Cranberry Bake Assorted Crusty Dinner Rolls with Butter

Lite Italian or Ranch Dressings Coffee, Tea, and Iced Tea

Dessert: Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream & Birthday Cake Surprise

COST: $18

Return this form BY Friday, February 1, 2013 to make your reservation to:

Kathy Kuzmiak, 1819 Windsong Lane, Lancaster, PA 17602; (717) 299-3458

Member Name: ____________________________________________________________

Check all that apply:

_______ Yes, I will attend the December 7th Meeting and Dinner. Enclosed please find my

check for $18.00 made out to “Chi Chapter, Delta Kappa Gamma”.

_______ I will be bringing a guest. (Please include an additional $18.00 in your check.)

_______ I am unable to attend the meeting. (Regrets may be sent to kkuzmiak@aol.com)

*Have something to crow about? Share it with us!*

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