events
Meeting at the Homewood Suites by Hilton, 901 Poydras St., New Orleans, 9 am Saturday 28th; evening of dinner and Jazz at Buffa’s. Friday Reception at Betty Calzada’s, 6 pm Friday 27th, 488 Fairfield Avenue, Gretna, New Orleans.
The Lakeside inn in Mount Dora has been confirmed for April, Friday 19th arrival & Saturday 20th the ACM meeting. President Claire Fairclough will host the Friday night pot-luck event at her house on 19 April. ACM Registration fee of $20 includes the cost of a light breakfast. Lunch choices are Chicken Pot Pie: Tender pieces of chicken white meat and garden vegetables in a savory cream sauce topped with a crown of puff pastry. Served with a side salad
Lemon Pepper Salmon: Tender Atlantic salmon rubbed with lemon and peppercorns, pan seared and finished with a light white wine drizzle. Accompanied by basmati rice and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Lakeside Tomato Pie: Locally grown vine ripened tomatoes and cheddar cheese are layered with a basil flecked custard and baked in a pastry shell. Topped with toasted tomato drizzle. Served with a side salad
All attendees staying at the Lakeside Inn have confirmed bookings of their choice.
We are now planning the raffle baskets and favors, and looking forward to meeting all our friends at Claire’s Potluck Pleasures on Friday evening, and, of course, our Annual Meeting, once again to be graced by our National President Susan Gerrity.
LAKESIDE INN
We have teamed up with Mallory Candles to raise money for DBE. Their beautiful, scented soy candles will give us 40% of sales to support our charities.
Go to Mallory Candles website (https://malloryscandles.com)
Click on 'candles' and choose Jar size, travel size, or sample size candles. Select as many candles as your heart desires and click 'add to cart.'Once you are finished shopping, click 'check out' and it will go to the payment page. Be sure to add DBE (in capitals) in the box that says “Discount Code” and “apply.” DBE will appear beneath the “Discount Code” box.
For DBE to receive credit for each sale, the code must be entered during the checkout process. Organization Promotion Code: DBE
SHOW YOUR APPRECIATION WITH A CANDLE!
Here are some of the useful and special days in April and May we can all relate to in some way or other. So, when you to buy a candle for someone, remind them you are thinking of them on their special day.
Some Days to consider... Love our Children Day, Student Athlete Day, Siblings Day, Law Day, Prayer Day, Self-employed Day, Nurses Day, Teacher Appreciation Day, Mothers Day, Bring Flowers to Someone Day, Do Something Good for your Neighbors Day, Packrat Day, Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, and, of course, the whole of May is Senior Month.
Questions? Please contact Louise O'Leary:
Email: lgoleary@yahoo.com
Cell: 407 715 8129
Meeting held at Homewood Suites Hotel, Turkey Creek, 10935 Turkey Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922 SDOM hospitality Friday in the hotel lobby at 6 pm, with wine, beer, soft drinks, and some snacks.
SDOM meeting starts Saturday morning. Dinner and entertainment at the Tennessee Valley Winery, 15606 Hotchkiss Valley Rd., East Loudon, TN 37774
Join the ladies of Sandringham East Coast for their next meeting!
Our August meeting is at Patricia’s, and is a Brown Bag Luncheon. Welcome!
Note Future Meetings:
September 12th, November 14th, and December 12 at 4 pm, Christmas Party
Florida’s Annual Council Meeting was held on 11 March 2023 at The Magical Meat Boutique in Mount Dora. Registered Members stayed at the nearby Lakeside Hotel, Mount Dora. It was such a great success, members voted to have our 2024 Annual Council Meeting in Mount Dora again.
National President Susan Gerrity and our newest member
National President Susan Gerrity pinning a new DBE member.
Getting ready to host all our members for our 2023 ACM
DBE members helping set out tablefavours.
As the festive season approaches, the Queen Mary 2 Chapter of Florida is holding a holiday fundraiser. We have organized this with Mickman Brothers who offer a great range of wreaths, and other seasonal products. Mickman Brothers are widely recognized for their amazing quality products and conservation efforts. Delivery across the USA.
Every Holiday Gift purchased comes with a personalized message, a hanger, and a tree planted in honor of the recipient. Each product sold, using the code below, will raise an $8 donation to the DBE.
You can order and pay directly at:
Fundraising Code: DAUGHTFL003
Referring Member: Heather Dhondt
Please pass this information on to members and friends, thank you for your support. If you have any questions contact Heather at dhondt.heather@gmail.com.
Join the ladies of Clarence House at their next meeting!
