October 2023
Our New Meeting Venue!
St. James Episcopal Parish
25 S. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Bishop Wright Room
Parking and room location:
WLTW can park in the parking lot on the corner of 4th St and Dock St, the First Citizens Bank parking lot across the street or on street parking right in front of the building.
The Bishop Wright Room is on the second floor. We can enter the building through the Cloister. Someone should be there to let you in or text Ann Moore at (910) 233-3780 and someone will come down to meet you.
Our Meeting Venue
St. James Episcopal Parish
25 S. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Bishop Wright Room.
Parking and room location:
WLTW can park in the parking lot on the corner of 4th St and Dock St, the First Citizens Bank parking lot across the street or on street parking right in front of the building.
The Bishop Wright Room is on the second floor. We can enter the building through the Cloister. Someone should be there to let you in or text Ann Moore at (910) 233-3780 and someone will come down to meet you.
Chapter Events
WLTW Annual May Luncheon 2023
Our annual May luncheon held on May 6th was a great success! We enjoyed a spread of potluck dishes, including Terry Revis’ fabulous ambrosia and Phyllis Edgerton’s yummy banana pudding, which were a hit with everyone. It was great to see our members come together and share their favorite recipes, resulting in a delicious and varied menu that everyone enjoyed.
During the luncheon, we also held an awards ceremony to recognize some of the outstanding achievements of our members. Regent Ann Moore presented certificates and pins and reminded us of how our members are making a positive impact in our community. We congratulate all the award recipients.
Codi Alberti was officially welcomed and installed as a member of the Wilmington Ladies Tea Walk Chapter, NSDAR.
Finally, we wrapped up our DAR 2022-2023 year with a brief review of all the wonderful things our chapter accomplished this year. We are proud of all that we have achieved and are looking forward to continuing to serve our community in the upcoming year.
Thanks to all who made this event possible, and we can’t wait to see what the next year brings.
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Wilmington Ladies Tea Walk Awards Presented at the North Carolina State Conference
- Outstanding Service Project for DAR Schools Certificate of Award – Winner
- Outstanding Treasurer Certificate of Award – Amy Emerson
- Social Media Excellence Certificate of Award – Sherri Cane
- Yearbook Tri Color Ribbon Award 100% grade Certificate of Award – Autumn Leonard
- DAR Library Book Donations Certificate of Award 2nd Place
- Excellence in Community Classrooms Certificate of Award
- Cultivating Stewardship in the Next Generation Certificate of Award
- Providing Programming for Constitutional Week Certificate of Award
- Units Overseas Certificate of Award
- Volunteer Genealogist Recognition Certificate of Award – Ann Delmore
A special thank you to Autumn Leonard for successfully planning our annual May luncheon held on May 6th. Her dedication and hard work made this event a great success, and we couldn’t have done it without her!
Autumn’s attention to detail and excellent organizational skills ensured that the luncheon ran smoothly and that everyone had a wonderful time. Her efforts in coordinating the potluck and ensuring that we had a delicious spread were especially appreciated.
Thank you again, Autumn, for your tireless efforts in making our May luncheon a memorable event. Your contributions to our chapter are invaluable, and we are grateful to have you as a member of our community.
State Conference Wrap Up 2023
We are excited to share with you all the wonderful experiences and accomplishments our chapter had at the 123rd NCSDAR State Conference, held from April 27th to 30th. Our chapter delegates, including Anne Moore, Autumn Leonard, Gina Thompson, Codi Alberti, and Phyllis Edgerton, attended the conference and participated in various workshops and discussions.
The conference theme was “Liberty, Equality, and Justice for All,” and the guest speakers and workshops focused on topics related to this theme. Our delegates had the opportunity to connect with other DAR members from across the state, exchange ideas and information, and learn from each other.
We are proud to announce that our chapter received several awards at the conference, including the Chapter Award – State Winner DAR Schools. Additionally, we want to recognize the outstanding contributions of some of our members, including Amy Emerson for her work as Outstanding Treasurer, Sherri Cane for Social Media Excellence, and Autumn Leonard for receiving the Yearbook Tri Color Award with a 100% grade. These awards are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our members, and we are proud to have been recognized for our contributions.
During the conference, our chapter also had the opportunity to man the Pages Room, assisting all pages and ensuring the smooth operation of the conference. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve in this capacity and to contribute to the success of the conference. Our chapter received a standing ovation for this service.
The conference was a great success, and we thank all our delegates for their enthusiastic participation and representation of our chapter. We are looking forward to continuing our efforts in promoting DAR’s mission and serving our community.
President General, Pamela Wright; WLTW Regent, Ann Moore; NC State Regent, Anna Baird Choi
WLTW Vice Regent, Autumn Leonard
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Corresponding Secretary, Gina Thompson; Vice Regent, Autumn Leonard; Regent, Ann Moore
Chapter News
WLTW New Officer Installment
At our recent May luncheon, we celebrated the installation of our new officers for the Wilmington Ladies Tea Walk chapter. We want to congratulate and thank these individuals for their willingness to serve and their dedication to our chapter.
Our new officers are as follows: Regent, Ann Moore; Vice Regent, Autumn Leonard; Corresponding Secretary, Gina Thompson; Recording Secretary, Jennifer Sturm; Treasurer, Michelle Reavis; Chaplain, Jennifer Sturm; Historian, Sherri Cane; Librarian, Phyllis Edgerton. We are confident that these individuals will lead our chapter with enthusiasm, passion, and commitment to our mission.
We also want to extend a special thank you to our outgoing officers for their service and contributions to our chapter. We appreciate all their hard work and dedication to our chapter’s success.
As we move forward with our new officers, we are excited about the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. We are looking forward to continuing our efforts to promote patriotism, historic preservation, and education, and to serve our community with distinction.
WLTW Bylaws
As part of our regular review process, the Bylaws Committee will be meeting this summer to discuss potential revisions to our chapter’s standing bylaws. This important task occurs every four years to ensure that our bylaws remain current and aligned with our chapter’s goals and objectives.
The Bylaws Committee will carefully examine the existing bylaws, considering any necessary updates or amendments to better serve our members and community. This review process allows us to adapt and improve our chapter’s governance, ensuring transparency and efficiency in our operations.
Your active participation and engagement are crucial as we work together to strengthen our chapter and continue our mission of patriotism, historic preservation, and education. We encourage all members who have suggestions or input for the bylaws revisions to reach out to the Bylaws Committee chairperson, Ann Moore.
Continental Congress Delegates
We are proud to have Kristen and Madison Bedford as our delegates, who will be attending on behalf of our chapter. Continental Congress is an exciting opportunity for our delegates to participate in discussions, workshops, and networking sessions with fellow DAR members from across the country. We are confident that Kristen and Madison will bring back valuable insights and experiences to share with our chapter. We wish them a memorable and successful time at Continental Congress.
Happy Birthdays, Joys, and Concerns
Happy Birthdays:
May 3 • Megan Robertson
May 8 • Christine Sprow
May 28 • Gail Pike
June 1 • Terry Nuzum
June 3 • Carol Bridges
June 11 • Kristy Drisell
June 22 • Gina Thompson
Concerns:
Continued prayer requests for
Haley Hayes, daughter of Lindsay Hayes has been diagnosed with Type I diabetes. Please keep the Hayes family in your prayers.
Susan Blackburn
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