Make Lists and Be Thankful - Rockford Network of ... · Brunch. This yearly award is given by Klehm...
8
December 2014 | rockfordnetwork.org Jan Bowman 2014-2015 RNPW President Where did fall go? Are the holidays already upon us? How can I get all those projects done with all the holiday breaks? Why does my life have so much stress? I bet you are asking yourself some if not all of these questions and more this time of year. We put so much pressure on ourselves – or at least I do. So what can we do? I have a few suggestions. First, make lists. I have always been a list maker but when I get up to my eye balls with stuff, I forget lists help me organize. I have lists for different work jobs, things to do around the house, gifts to buy, items to cook/bake and responsibilities for different organizations I am involved in. Second, prioritize. Sometimes, I feel like I have to do it all but there is no way. Yes, some things at work have to be done in order to keep things moving as do some things at home. I need to ask myself - does it really matter? Can it wait until after the holidays? Is it a tradition we need to drop? Do we need to do it at all? Can someone else do it? It’s OK to delegate. ird, do what you truly enjoy. Yes, I love to bake at holiday time and once made 12 – 15 different kinds of cookies and candies to give to friends, coworkers and neighbors. Now, I love to bake a batch or two with my grandson and then a few other favorites the family enjoys. It’s easier on the waistline too! Finally, take time to smell the smells of the season and be thankful - turkey cooking, cranberry bread baking, a fresh pine tree in the living-room, and scented candles are a few of my favorites. In this country, we have so much compared to most other parts of the world. We often forget how thankful we are to live with all that we take for granted. So how does this tie into RNPW? As I write this a few days before anksgiving, these are my wishes for you my friends this holiday season. Do what you need to do and enjoy the season. Be kind to yourself taking time to relax with friends, family and coworkers. Be thankful for the abundance in our lives. May this be the most wonderful time of the year for you! Make Lists and Be Thankful
Transcript of Make Lists and Be Thankful - Rockford Network of ... · Brunch. This yearly award is given by Klehm...
December 2014 | rockfordnetwork.org
Jan Bowman2014-2015
RNPW President
Where did fall go? Are the holidays already upon us? How can I get all those projects done with all the holiday breaks? Why does my life have so much stress? I bet you are asking yourself some if not all of these questions and more this time of year. We put so much pressure on ourselves – or at least I do. So what can we do? I have a few suggestions.
First, make lists. I have always been a list maker but when I get up to my eye balls with stuff, I forget lists help me organize. I have lists for different work jobs, things to do around the house, gifts to buy, items to cook/bake and responsibilities for different organizations I am involved in.
Second, prioritize. Sometimes, I feel like I have to do it all but there is no way. Yes, some things at work have to be done in order to keep things moving as do some things at home. I need to ask myself - does it really matter? Can it wait until after the holidays? Is it a tradition we need to drop? Do we need to do it at all? Can someone else do it? It’s OK to delegate.
Third, do what you truly enjoy. Yes, I love to bake at holiday time and once made 12 – 15 different kinds of cookies and candies to give to friends, coworkers and neighbors. Now, I love to bake a batch or two with my grandson and then a few other favorites the family enjoys. It’s easier on the waistline too!
Finally, take time to smell the smells of the season and be thankful - turkey cooking, cranberry bread baking, a fresh pine tree in the living-room, and scented candles are a few of my favorites. In this country, we have so much compared to most other parts of the world. We often forget how thankful we are to live with all that we take for granted.
So how does this tie into RNPW? As I write this a few days before Thanksgiving, these are my wishes for you my friends this holiday season. Do what you need to do and enjoy the season. Be kind to yourself taking time to relax with friends, family and coworkers. Be thankful for the abundance in our lives. May this be the most wonderful time of the year for you!
Make Lists and Be Thankful
2 rockfordnetworknews rockfordnetwork.org
Rockford Network of Professional Women Board of Directors 2014-2015President Jan Bowman [email protected]
Vice President Kim Millhorn [email protected]
Secretary Darlene Riddle [email protected]
Treasurer Jocelyn Hare [email protected]
Appointments & Nominating Kay King [email protected]
Awards Tonya Thayer - [email protected] Judy Roby - [email protected]
Communications Kathy Velasco [email protected]
History Robin Mann [email protected]
Membership Mariah Anast [email protected]
Policy Barb Giolitto [email protected]
Program Diane James - [email protected] Deanna Watts - [email protected]
Public Relations Kristan McNames - [email protected] Lisa Carter - [email protected]
Reservations Cheryl Schmidt [email protected]
Scholarship Karen Keller [email protected]
Past President Lindsey Gregg [email protected]
More Award Winning MembersTwo Rockford Network of Professional Women members
were honored with awards in October, based on nomination applications prepared by the RNPW Awards Committee.
Jan Bowman Receives Award
Jan Bowman of TLC Construction was recently awarded the “President’s Award” from Dan Riggs, Executive Director of Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Gardens at heir Volunteers Brunch. This yearly award is given by Klehm for exemplary service. Jan received the award for her tireless efforts
promoting the beauty, diversity and wonders of Klehm.
Excalibur Finalists Feature Two RNPW Members
RNPW Members Dola Gregory and Kathy Velasco have both been selected one of the five finalists for this year’s Excalibur Award. The Excalibur Award was established by the Rockford Register Star in 1971 to annually honor an individual whose outstanding community service and commitment have made the Rock River Valley a better place to live, work and raise families.
Dola Gregory is being recognized for her work with at-risk children. Dola founded Rock House Kids in 1999 to provide children a safe place to eat a hot meal and work on homework and socialization. Since that time, Dola has opened three more Rock House Ministries in Iowa,
Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Kathy Velasco is being recognized for her volunteer work with local non-profits. Kathy currently serves on the board of Family Counseling Services, The Literacy Council, RNPW and the American Advertising Federation of Northern Illinois. In addition, she chairs the Marketing Committees for FCS and
TLC and the United for Youth Capital Campaign.
Excelsior Finalists Feature Two RNPW Members
The Excelsior Award was established by the Rockford Register Star in 1979 to honor an organization or institution whose work has a positive effect on life in the Rock River Valley. The winning organization receives a plaque and check for $500.
This year’s five finalists for the Excelsior Award include the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois, which is represented by GSNI Director of Membership & Community Development Robin Henning on our RNPW membership; and The Harlem Community Center, which is represented by HCC Executive Director Shannon Scheffel on our RNPW membership.
The winners of the Excelsior and Excalibur Awards will be recognized Thursday, December 4th at a special reception. Congratulations to our members!
RVC Enactus Sponsors 2nd Women’s Shark Tank
Enactus Rockford’s Women’s Empowerment Shark Tank is a competition designed to give local business women the opportunity to compete using business ideas or existing business concepts or establishments. The project is designed to empower women socially and economically. First place will receive $1000
(continued on page 3)
rockfordnetworknews rockfordnetwork.org 3
If you’ve tried traditional physical therapy or massage therapy, medications or even surgery to address recurring pain without relief–it’s time to look pain in the fascia!
Effective for: • Fibromyalgia • Chronic&Acute Pain • Back&Neck Pain • TMJ • Headaches • Scoliosis • CarpalTunnel
• DiscProblems • Arthritis • Women’sHealth Issues • Incontinence • Whiplash • SportsInjuries
Most Insurance and Medicare Accepted
Brynwood Myofascial Therapy, LLC6072BrynwoodDr.,Suite102
815904-6163www.brynwoodmyofascial.com
Loosen up!
Marla Monge LMT,NCTMB
Gosia Zasadny PT
Weather Cancellation ProcedureSince we were forced to cancel one of our meetings last winter,
the Board has approved the following Cancellation Policy:
On a meeting day when Rockford Public Schools close because of snow (not cold), RNPW will cancel their meeting.
• An e-blast will go out to the newsletter mailing list, under the direction of the President. Announcements will also be made via our website, voice message at the RNPW phone number, and social media.
• The speaker for that meeting will be contacted as soon as possible by the Program Chair, or by the individual who made the contact with the speaker.
• Our venue, Forest Hills Country Club, will be immediately notified by the Reservation Chair or President.
• Our Public Relations chair will notify all local TV and radio stations with a public service announcement.
• Pre-payment will be credited for a subsequent meeting within the same program year. The member (or attendee) still needs to register and refer to their credit.
dollars along with business planning software, second and third places will receive consultation from Enactus Rockford. There will also be an opportunity for contestants to speak to some eager girl scouts with an interest in business as well giving them an opportunity to inspire and motivate these young ladies. For more information or if interested feel free to contact Andre Agosto at [email protected]. Application deadline is January 12, 2015.
4 rockfordnetworknews rockfordnetwork.org
Feb. 16Women as Agents of Change in Fighting Social Injustice with Lori Johnson, Executive Director of Rockford Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation.
Mar. 16Women as Agents of Change throughout Rockford History with Leah Nelson of Rockford University and Midway Village Museum.
Apr. 20Women as Agents of Change in Volunteerism with Pat Ambrose, Executive Director of Veteran’s Drop-In Center and Kathy Ferrero, Executive Director of Jeremiah Development.
May 18Women as Agents of Change in Diversity with Coleen Williams of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (Annual scholarship presentation will also take place).
June 15Women as Agents of Change for Self-Empowerment with Jazz Keyes, Owner of Keyes to Serenity (Annual elections will also take place).
V2 Marketing Communications
imagine.what we can do together.
220 East State Street, Suite G • Rockford, Illinois 61104
p: 815.397.6052 • f: 815.397.6799 • marketingV2.com
• advertising• mixed media marketing campaigns• traditional print• interactive• audio visual production• campaign/client support
V2 Marketing Communications220 East State Street, Suite G • Rockford, Illinois 61104
p: 815.397.6052 • f: 815.397.6799 • marketingV2.com
220 East State Street, Suite G • Rockford, Illinois 61104
• mixed media marketing campaigns
Brynwood Relationship Counselings renew rebuild reconnect s
• Marriage-friendlycounseling
• Couplesandpre-marriagecoaching
• Imagorelationshiptherapy asseenonOprah
Visit Our Website For A Free Article:10 Ways To Help Your Relationship Right Now
www.reconnectrelationships.com
Janna K. Becherer, LCPC815-979-3440
January 19 Luncheon
Women as Agents of Change - Aligning and Transforming
Join us on Monday, January 19 with Bridget French, Executive Director of Alignment Rockford. Update on high school academies along with other solutions designed by Alignment Rockford’s committee and board work as well as next steps for the organization’s initiatives and supporting of Rockford Public Schools’ greatest strategic needs.
Roberta “Bobbi” Holzwarth of Transform Rockford. Update on Transform Rockford initiative with our shared values, a community-based vision statement, and the process that will be used to facilitate the planning and strategies needed to become a top 25 community by 2025. Women have long been change agents in the Rockford region and Transform Rockford needs us to succeed.
Monday | January 19, 2015 | 11:30 am Forest Hills Country Club
5135 Forest Hills Rd. | Rockford, IL
Cost is $18/person, $20 for walk-ins. Cash or check only, please.
To make your reservations: Call 977-7477 or go to rockfordnetwork.org
and click on “Make Reservation” button on the homepage.
Reservation deadline: Thursday, January15 at Midnight
Please note: No-shows will be billed.
Providing compassionate one-on-one health care in the comfort of your home.
Lindsey Gregg, Owner435 N. Mulford Road, Suite 7 • Rockford, IL 61107
(815) 398-1333 • www.peakmedicalhomecare.com
MEDICAL HOMECAREPeak Medical Home Care Incorporated
Continued on page 6
rockfordnetworknews rockfordnetwork.org 5
Member NewsSue Lewandowski invites you to “Holiday Happenings” Sun.,
Dec. 14, Noon-4 p.m. Step Back in Time to Enjoy Cultural Holiday Decorations at three sites:
• Ethnic Heritage Museum, 1129 S. Main St. - African American, Hispanic, Irish, Italian, Lithuanian and Polish Traditions
• The Erlander Home, 404 S.3rd St. - Swedish Holiday Traditions
• Tinker Swiss Cottage, 411 Kent St. - Victorian Christmas Traditions
One ticket for all three sites and horse and wagon rides between sites. Tickets can be pre-ordered from each venue or purchased at any location the day of the event. For pre-ordering and more information contact www.ethnicheritagemuseum.org
If you dream of being an author or want a book as a marketing tool, get all your publishing and book writing questions answered with Kelly Epperson’s next 6-week online course - Birth That Book Blueprint. Class begins Dec 8. All classes are recorded so if you cannot be on the calls live, you have unlimited access. All the templates, checklists, MP3s. Kelly has written 25+ books, some for NY Times best selling authors, one that sold 3 million copies. She also is a judge for the Erma Bombeck essay competition and wants to help you fulfill your dream of becoming an author. Sign up at kellyepperson.com/btb-blueprint
Upper Iowa is still registering for spring classes. Call Pam or Barbara at 815-332-1414 today!
Lisa Breitsprecker invites you to The Children’s Holiday Shoppe, an event benefiting Children’s Home + Aid’s MotherHouse Crisis Nursery, is a special store where children can shop for new gifts to fill their holiday gift list priced from $1 to $8. Volunteer elves assist children in choosing, wrapping and tagging gifts, and excited young shoppers will return to their parents with a bagful of surprises and thrilled to have shopped independently. Children’s Holiday Shoppe Hours November 29-December 21; 5856 E. State Street, Rockford, next to Valli Produce.
• Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.• Sundays from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.• Thursdays from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Consider volunteering this coming tax season with Goodwill’s FREE Volunteer tax program! No experience is necessary and many different opportunities are available. Volunteers can be trained to prepare taxes or can volunteer as greeters, interpreters, and customer service assistants! We need your help to serve our community. Training begins in mid-December, so please sign up today. For more information or to sign up, contact Kari at Goodwill at [email protected] or 815-987-6231.
6 rockfordnetworknews rockfordnetwork.org
Mary Kay Morrisonwww.questforhumor.com
322 Canary DriveCaledonia, IL [email protected]
Humor Quest®
Continued from page 5
The Pregnancy Care Center of Rockford announces a ribbon cutting and open house on Wednesday, January 14 from 4-6 pm to celebrate their new name and administrative offices at their East State Center, 4921 East State Street in Rockford. Questions? Email Tiffany Staman at [email protected] or call 815.680.5107.
The Music Academy and RAMI present Teaching Cheap Tricks with Rick Nielsen Sunday January 18, 2015 3:00 p.m. Music Academy Auditorium 226 S. 2nd Street Rockford. Come watch Rick Nielsen reveal the tricks of the trade to The Music Academy and RAMI students who aspire to careers in music. Learn from his insights, experiences, and from the “Truth According to Rick” that he will share with students and the audience.
Miles Nielsen will perform a set of his own original music and also perform with his dad!
Preferred seating and “Pics With Rick” is $100 per person and includes limited seating in the front rows and an exclusive opportunity to meet-and-greet Rock following the event.
Reservations are first come first serve basis through The Music Academy office (815-986.0037). General seating (limited) $25 adults and $12 students 12 and under.
All proceeds will benefit the Music Academy Foundation Scholarship and Financial Aid which awards $15,000 each year to area children.
Janice Bartik of The Music Academy would like to invite you to a Holiday Concert and Carol Sing. Saturday December 13th 10:00 a.m. First Lutheran Church 225 S. 3rd Street Rockford. Lucia Fest and holiday treats follow the concert. This FREE concert is our gift to the community! Sponsored by Main Street Financial.
When you purchase Jumpy Monkey® coffee, you are providing a life of possibilities for people with intellectual disabilities through meaningful employment. Freshly roasted beans are sent from Opportunities Unlimited in Sioux City, Iowa (the parent company of Jumpy Monkey®) to Mosaic in Rockford where individuals in service prepare the coffee, working in a State of Illinois Department of Public Health approved and licensed environment. Once packaged, the coffee is ready for retail sale. Jumpy Monkey® coffee sales give individuals in service a choice of employment, which also allows them to earn an income and contribute to our community. Your purchase of Jumpy Monkey® coffee makes this happen.
Seasonal baskets are available year-round. Choose from one of our wonderfully designed baskets or personalize one for any occasion to suit your needs. We will also arrange a basket with items of your choosing. Baskets range from $15 – $60, or customize a basket to suit you! For more info, contact Brook Genna at [email protected].
rockfordnetworknews rockfordnetwork.org 7
Save the DateSecond Annual Professional Skills Development Day“Conversations We Need to Have...But Want to Avoid” Presenter: Sheryl Andreason, Rockford Health Systems
Thursday, April 16, 2015 • 7:00–11:00 am Northern Illinois University Rockford • 5800 East State Street • Rockford, Illinois 61108
From our November Meeting
Dorothy Reddic, Michelle Bowman Speaker Jennifer Hall, Sue Boyer
Janna Brecherer, Nicole Potter
Karen Keller, Therese Michels Karla Lombardo, Sandy Trotter
Mary Ellen Chostner, Sandy DingusJacki Gommel, Mona Ames
HH H H H
8 rockfordnetworknews rockfordnetwork.orgrockfordnetwork of professional women5411 E. State St. PMB #306Rockford, IL 61108
Network News is written and designed by V2 Marketing Communications and printed by Midwest Mailworks.
