Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Community food cupboard
Community Food Cupboard Wish List For November
We are thinking Thanksgiving! Donations of non perishables for Turkey Day will be a big help this month!
Cranberry Sauce
Canned Sweet Potatoes
Stuffing Mix
Chicken Broth
Pumpkin Pie Filling
Canned Green Beans
All donations to CFC are appreciated, and may be left in our collection box at Shaw’s Supermarket or in the hallway of the Manchester Town Office Building.
We are thinking Thanksgiving! Donations of non perishables for Turkey Day will be a big help this month!
Cranberry Sauce
Canned Sweet Potatoes
Stuffing Mix
Chicken Broth
Pumpkin Pie Filling
Canned Green Beans
All donations to CFC are appreciated, and may be left in our collection box at Shaw’s Supermarket or in the hallway of the Manchester Town Office Building.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
minutes of the Oct 19th Meeting Heartworks
Minutes for Heartworks 10/19/08
People in attendance:
Lisa Kelly, Carmel Furtado, Missy Reece, Alex Sands, Victoria Silsby, Karen Viglas, Maralise Boynton, Julie Ring, Erin Kauffman and Jan Kelley. Honorary members under the age of 4 Ella (who shared a cracker, well done Ella) Oliver (who loves to read, despite his sore little bum), and Robin (who smiled for an entire hour straight…. sigh!).
First Lisa shared the great news over an array of delightful appies that we raised $300 dollars at the bakesale!
Tremendous Thank you to everyone from Heartworks who so generously contributed their goodies and time for both days at the bake sale. Also, a GIANT thanks to BBA and Kathi Bierwirth for handing us those stellar time slots to work our fundraising magic!
That brings our total funds raised to $500. We have donated $100 to the Grace Sherwood cause, $150 to Julie for her Autism Marathon (Again, way to go JULIE), and have $250 left. Below we’ve outlined how we intend to spend the rest of this money.
First official order of business: November 15th clothing Drive
Clothes from the Heart:
Carmel has begun the press (journal, guide, local schools etc) to request donations for the drive. She is also looking within the Heartworks group for any winter clothes (adult and children) in good condition and washed prior to drop off.
Clothes can be dropped off at New Morning to Jan, Lisa Kelly in Winhall or Carmel at Leaves of Gold.
***Does anyone have any connections with GAP or JOCKEY? We would love to gather underwear and socks for the drive as well. For obvious reasons we cannot accept these items used (yuck).
*Lisa will check with Maple Street about using the gym for a sorting night (November 5th at 5:30) as well as for our November meeting Wednesday November 19th.
Carmel suggested we begin inviting families in need to Clothes from the Heart November 1st. Carmel is going to advertise through the Food Cupboard, contact local schools, as well as notify PAVE. We want to target the appropriate group so that the clothes are given to families that truly need them. (discussion about the Rutland Women’s Shelter as a possible contact as well, however concern about running short on clothes was voiced)
We also discussed the idea about asking folks who plan to attend the clothes drive to bring a bag for their items, keeping it green.
Second order of Business:
Stroller needed!
Karen Viglas brought up a friend in need. Mel Young and husband Mike Wilcox (Of the famous Wilcox Dairy) are expecting twins any day now. Mel and Mike have a 20 something month old, and are a bit overwhelmed at the idea of having twins. Her dream is to have a double stroller with a stand in the back for her older child (it doubles as a seat). However, they are super pricey and they are unable to afford one. Her friends thought that Heartworks could help with this purchase. We discussed earmarking $200 from our funds for the stroller as a way to help Mel and Mike’s growing family. We also thought about asking everyone to donate $5 towards the stroller. Lisa and Karen will check out pricing online and will research if any are for sale on EBAY.
Third Order of Business:
Helping Hope
Hope Severance, a local mother of three is battling breast cancer. This past May, Hope found out the cancer had metastasized to her bone, liver and lungs. She is not able to work right now, and is undergoing radiation and chemotherapy treatments. We would like to help Hope and ease the burden that has been placed on the Severence family. Below are a few ways for you to make a difference.
1. Hope’s friend Ellen Goepel created a meal calendar. If that sounds like something you’d like to help with, go to www.huntcal.com find: My calendar and plug in:
(Capital for H and S )
HopeSev
Hope
2. Heartworks discussed pulling together a basket to drop off with Gift cards for gas, Restaurants, plus “comfort” donations that might help Hope feel pampered as she is very uncomfortable. Some ideas put forth were slippers, pajamas, bath gels etc. She is about 5’3, but I am not sure of her weight at this point. Drop off any items at New Morning with Jan for us to pull together at our next meeting.
3. One thing I forgot to mention at the meeting is that Ellen Goepel requested $ for Hope to continue her acupuncture treatments. The treatments help Hope with her discomfort from the cancer. The goal is to give Hope two sessions per week. The Severance’s need money for the co-pays which are $20 per session, or $40 per week. The acupuncture seems to help a tremendous amount. If you can help to offset this cost with a monetary donation, that would be terrific. I am assuming a check made out to the Severence’s will suffice.
Final order of business: Stacy Hunter (November 7th) and Wanda Knowles (November 5th) are both undergoing surgery. Carmel will be sending off a card from Heartworks to wish them both well.
Green Tip for the Month:
Insulate your water heater. Reasearch has shown this benefits your home and the environment on multiple levels. Go to www.thegreenguide.com for more information
Lisa will be following up with a few emails that include contact information to continue support for Grace Sherwood and her family.
Last but not least….MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR HEARTWORKS NEXT MEETING:
NOVEMBER 19th
TIME: 5:30
Give Lisa a heads up if you plan to attend so she can delegate snack people
ps. thanks for doing the minutes to Julie Ring...
People in attendance:
Lisa Kelly, Carmel Furtado, Missy Reece, Alex Sands, Victoria Silsby, Karen Viglas, Maralise Boynton, Julie Ring, Erin Kauffman and Jan Kelley. Honorary members under the age of 4 Ella (who shared a cracker, well done Ella) Oliver (who loves to read, despite his sore little bum), and Robin (who smiled for an entire hour straight…. sigh!).
First Lisa shared the great news over an array of delightful appies that we raised $300 dollars at the bakesale!
Tremendous Thank you to everyone from Heartworks who so generously contributed their goodies and time for both days at the bake sale. Also, a GIANT thanks to BBA and Kathi Bierwirth for handing us those stellar time slots to work our fundraising magic!
That brings our total funds raised to $500. We have donated $100 to the Grace Sherwood cause, $150 to Julie for her Autism Marathon (Again, way to go JULIE), and have $250 left. Below we’ve outlined how we intend to spend the rest of this money.
First official order of business: November 15th clothing Drive
Clothes from the Heart:
Carmel has begun the press (journal, guide, local schools etc) to request donations for the drive. She is also looking within the Heartworks group for any winter clothes (adult and children) in good condition and washed prior to drop off.
Clothes can be dropped off at New Morning to Jan, Lisa Kelly in Winhall or Carmel at Leaves of Gold.
***Does anyone have any connections with GAP or JOCKEY? We would love to gather underwear and socks for the drive as well. For obvious reasons we cannot accept these items used (yuck).
*Lisa will check with Maple Street about using the gym for a sorting night (November 5th at 5:30) as well as for our November meeting Wednesday November 19th.
Carmel suggested we begin inviting families in need to Clothes from the Heart November 1st. Carmel is going to advertise through the Food Cupboard, contact local schools, as well as notify PAVE. We want to target the appropriate group so that the clothes are given to families that truly need them. (discussion about the Rutland Women’s Shelter as a possible contact as well, however concern about running short on clothes was voiced)
We also discussed the idea about asking folks who plan to attend the clothes drive to bring a bag for their items, keeping it green.
Second order of Business:
Stroller needed!
Karen Viglas brought up a friend in need. Mel Young and husband Mike Wilcox (Of the famous Wilcox Dairy) are expecting twins any day now. Mel and Mike have a 20 something month old, and are a bit overwhelmed at the idea of having twins. Her dream is to have a double stroller with a stand in the back for her older child (it doubles as a seat). However, they are super pricey and they are unable to afford one. Her friends thought that Heartworks could help with this purchase. We discussed earmarking $200 from our funds for the stroller as a way to help Mel and Mike’s growing family. We also thought about asking everyone to donate $5 towards the stroller. Lisa and Karen will check out pricing online and will research if any are for sale on EBAY.
Third Order of Business:
Helping Hope
Hope Severance, a local mother of three is battling breast cancer. This past May, Hope found out the cancer had metastasized to her bone, liver and lungs. She is not able to work right now, and is undergoing radiation and chemotherapy treatments. We would like to help Hope and ease the burden that has been placed on the Severence family. Below are a few ways for you to make a difference.
1. Hope’s friend Ellen Goepel created a meal calendar. If that sounds like something you’d like to help with, go to www.huntcal.com find: My calendar and plug in:
(Capital for H and S )
HopeSev
Hope
2. Heartworks discussed pulling together a basket to drop off with Gift cards for gas, Restaurants, plus “comfort” donations that might help Hope feel pampered as she is very uncomfortable. Some ideas put forth were slippers, pajamas, bath gels etc. She is about 5’3, but I am not sure of her weight at this point. Drop off any items at New Morning with Jan for us to pull together at our next meeting.
3. One thing I forgot to mention at the meeting is that Ellen Goepel requested $ for Hope to continue her acupuncture treatments. The treatments help Hope with her discomfort from the cancer. The goal is to give Hope two sessions per week. The Severance’s need money for the co-pays which are $20 per session, or $40 per week. The acupuncture seems to help a tremendous amount. If you can help to offset this cost with a monetary donation, that would be terrific. I am assuming a check made out to the Severence’s will suffice.
Final order of business: Stacy Hunter (November 7th) and Wanda Knowles (November 5th) are both undergoing surgery. Carmel will be sending off a card from Heartworks to wish them both well.
Green Tip for the Month:
Insulate your water heater. Reasearch has shown this benefits your home and the environment on multiple levels. Go to www.thegreenguide.com for more information
Lisa will be following up with a few emails that include contact information to continue support for Grace Sherwood and her family.
Last but not least….MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR HEARTWORKS NEXT MEETING:
NOVEMBER 19th
TIME: 5:30
Give Lisa a heads up if you plan to attend so she can delegate snack people
ps. thanks for doing the minutes to Julie Ring...
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Meeting October 19th
5pm appetizers / drinks
6pm Meeting - to discuss clothes drive and Hope S.
thanks!!
6pm Meeting - to discuss clothes drive and Hope S.
thanks!!
Monday, September 29, 2008
September Meeting Minutes
Minutes for Heartworks meeting 9/29/08
People in attendance: Jan, Missy, Julie, Julie and Lisa
Discussed the Mission statement of Heartworks:
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Heartworks is to create opportunities for women to gather for their own spiritual and emotional growth and to generate acts of kindness in the community and throughout the world. We believe that through giving to others we open ourselves to more fulfilling lives, deeper relationships and the feeling of God in our hearts.
Check out the amazing new website launched this month www.njheartworks.org
First order of Business:
Clothing Drive- Carmel Furtado had made a suggestion for a winter specific clothing drive at the last meeting. We have put Carmel’s fantastic idea into action.
Clothes From the Heart
Winter clothes (all sizes welcome) washed and in good condition (no tears, rips, or stains)
Collection sites:
-Jan at New Morning Foods on Depot Street
-Carmel Furtado at Leaves of Gold on Elm Street
-Maple Street School
Event Date: NOVEMBER 15th
Clothes must be dropped off by November 9th to be sorted
Ideas for Clothes drive: separate by sex as well as items (pants, coats, etc)
We will need Tables and possibly racks to set up clothes
Bags for people to take home items. (Let’s consider asking that people bring their own bags to keep it green and reuse) We will iron out details at next meeting.
We need a PR person to advertise the event in the Guide, Herald and the Journal
We will also need to set up a schedule to work the event throughout the day.
Second order of business:
Kids bake Sale:
Lisa would like to begin having some youth based functions and incorporate them into our mission. The idea is to start kids off with a sense of balance and a generous heart.
Mid October Bake sale:
Site possibilities:
Shaw’s
BBA
Julie is discussing Shaw’s as a site possibility with general manager of Shaw’s.
After we get the space we will pick a day and contact everyone for bake sale items and to sign up to work the tables with their kids.
As the information becomes concrete it will be shared
Third Order of Business:
Julie Crosler is running in a marathon to raise money and awareness for Autism (GO JULIE!) On October 25th she will tackle the OAR (Organization For Autism Research) Run For Autism in Washington DC. Heartworks is donating $100 from the money they raised at last Springs Farm day to OAR in honor of Julie’s run. To donate on Julie’s behalf checks can be made out to OAR and mailed to Julie Crosler P.O Box 191 Arlington VT 05250
If you would like more information about the event or to learn more about Autism, please feel free to contact Julie directly at: jatraen@hotmail.com
Fourth order of business:
Grace Sherwoods cause. Many people have been raising awareness to Grace’s medical needs as she has two fundraising benefits on her behalf. At this point Heartworks is happy to donate $100 that was earned from our farm day to support Grace’s care. To get more information about donating to Grace’s cause please contact Norene Peck at 362-4254.
And Finally…..
The issue came up how do we follow up with friends and folks in town that we have supported. We feel that the person/s who initiated contact with an individual should follow up as they feel is necessary. Any further input about this is welcome.
Green tip for the Month: Visit, www.greencycle.org. Green cycle is an online trade group where you can give away items to neighbors instead of tossing them. As they say, one persons junk is another persons treasure. Thanks Stacy!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR HEARTWORKS NEXT MEETING:
October 19th
Time 5:00
Bring an appetizer to share and a friend! We’d love to make this next gathering a more social and meaningful event. Lisa is excited to expand on the mission statement and share the motivations that inspired Megan and the grass roots of this organization.
People in attendance: Jan, Missy, Julie, Julie and Lisa
Discussed the Mission statement of Heartworks:
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Heartworks is to create opportunities for women to gather for their own spiritual and emotional growth and to generate acts of kindness in the community and throughout the world. We believe that through giving to others we open ourselves to more fulfilling lives, deeper relationships and the feeling of God in our hearts.
Check out the amazing new website launched this month www.njheartworks.org
First order of Business:
Clothing Drive- Carmel Furtado had made a suggestion for a winter specific clothing drive at the last meeting. We have put Carmel’s fantastic idea into action.
Clothes From the Heart
Winter clothes (all sizes welcome) washed and in good condition (no tears, rips, or stains)
Collection sites:
-Jan at New Morning Foods on Depot Street
-Carmel Furtado at Leaves of Gold on Elm Street
-Maple Street School
Event Date: NOVEMBER 15th
Clothes must be dropped off by November 9th to be sorted
Ideas for Clothes drive: separate by sex as well as items (pants, coats, etc)
We will need Tables and possibly racks to set up clothes
Bags for people to take home items. (Let’s consider asking that people bring their own bags to keep it green and reuse) We will iron out details at next meeting.
We need a PR person to advertise the event in the Guide, Herald and the Journal
We will also need to set up a schedule to work the event throughout the day.
Second order of business:
Kids bake Sale:
Lisa would like to begin having some youth based functions and incorporate them into our mission. The idea is to start kids off with a sense of balance and a generous heart.
Mid October Bake sale:
Site possibilities:
Shaw’s
BBA
Julie is discussing Shaw’s as a site possibility with general manager of Shaw’s.
After we get the space we will pick a day and contact everyone for bake sale items and to sign up to work the tables with their kids.
As the information becomes concrete it will be shared
Third Order of Business:
Julie Crosler is running in a marathon to raise money and awareness for Autism (GO JULIE!) On October 25th she will tackle the OAR (Organization For Autism Research) Run For Autism in Washington DC. Heartworks is donating $100 from the money they raised at last Springs Farm day to OAR in honor of Julie’s run. To donate on Julie’s behalf checks can be made out to OAR and mailed to Julie Crosler P.O Box 191 Arlington VT 05250
If you would like more information about the event or to learn more about Autism, please feel free to contact Julie directly at: jatraen@hotmail.com
Fourth order of business:
Grace Sherwoods cause. Many people have been raising awareness to Grace’s medical needs as she has two fundraising benefits on her behalf. At this point Heartworks is happy to donate $100 that was earned from our farm day to support Grace’s care. To get more information about donating to Grace’s cause please contact Norene Peck at 362-4254.
And Finally…..
The issue came up how do we follow up with friends and folks in town that we have supported. We feel that the person/s who initiated contact with an individual should follow up as they feel is necessary. Any further input about this is welcome.
Green tip for the Month: Visit, www.greencycle.org. Green cycle is an online trade group where you can give away items to neighbors instead of tossing them. As they say, one persons junk is another persons treasure. Thanks Stacy!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR HEARTWORKS NEXT MEETING:
October 19th
Time 5:00
Bring an appetizer to share and a friend! We’d love to make this next gathering a more social and meaningful event. Lisa is excited to expand on the mission statement and share the motivations that inspired Megan and the grass roots of this organization.
Monday, September 15, 2008
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