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A thought for a February Day: As Volunteers We laugh, we learn, we work, and we give. We are proud of our past and look forward to our future opportunities. We make the work more beautiful. (Anonymous)

Our next Luncheon will be Thursday, February 16 at Dunedin Country Club. Agenda: 11:00 Social 11:30 Speaker Menu: Starter: Garden salad with raspberry vinaigrette or creamy Italian Choice of Entrée:

1) Chicken crepes filled with chicken, peas, and mushrooms in cream sauce

2) Beef stroganoff with sour cream served over egg noodles

3) Vegetarian plate with roasted vegetables and rice Dessert: Double chocolate cake Please RSVP to Sue Sibley by email to: susheq13@gmail.com or by phone call to her at (727) 501-5299 by Friday, February 10. Please tell her your entrée preference. The $25 cost of the luncheon can be paid at the door. Dunedin Country Club 1050 Palm Boulevard, Dunedin 34698 From the North: Take 19 South to Curlew, turn west on Curlew to Alt 19. Turn south on Alt 19 to Palm Blvd., turn east on Palm Blvd. Club located on the left about ½ mile. From the South: Take Alt 19 to Clearwater-Largo Rd./Ft. Harrison into Dunedin. Stay right at the “T” Intersection at Main Street Dunedin. Turn left to remain on Alt 19 to Palm Blvd. Turn east on Palm Blvd. Club house is located on he left about ½ mile.

Please Join Us!

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Jan’s Journal President’s Message

Dear Friends, In the October Newsletter I referred to the degree of ambition that our Leading Ladies continue to exhibit. As February rolls around, a new word springs to mind. Our group never fails to impress me with their energy, their kindness toward one another, their generosity and their spirit. This month, the word that bounces in my head is RESILIENT. The dictionary definition: re-sil-ient / adj. / (of a substance) springing back, resuming it’s original shape after bending, compression, (of a person) readily recovering from shock, depression. Our resilient member stands strong and smiles brightly. In late December, we were told that we needed to change our direction for the February Fundraiser. Chairman Jill Melkonian quickly assembled her committee and her band of ‘angels’ and a new plan was in the making. There is not a member more resilient than Jill. In short order, she had an evening planned. Please secure your reservation for the February 26 event. You will find details elsewhere in this newsletter. It is affordable and will be an evening to remember, as we see what the FUTURE holds in store for all of us. The Leading Ladies are off and running headlong into the New Year. The eBay fundraiser is underway with items listed and we stand ready to receive more of your contributions. It is such a fun way to earn money for the Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute. You will read more about the March (Western Hoedown) and April (Sunday in the Tropics) events, too. Enjoy time spent with your Leading Ladies friends and help us reach our goal for this year. You, too, will recall that I have mentioned that as we move into our 31st year, The Leading Ladies are fortunate to have many of our foundling members actively working with us. Their continued dedication and friendship speaks loudly for the organization that is close to all of our hearts. Please join me in thanking the following ‘true’ Leading Ladies, they led the way to our success in 1981 and continue today; Myra Chandler Haas, Yvonne Gubner, Patty Hackett, Mavis Schwarz and Terry McHarg. I thank you for your support. Together we are creating a Leading Ladies year to remember. Jan Harroun

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NOMINATING COMMITTEE NAMED

President Jan Harroun has named Gail Agnew to chair the nominating committee for the 2012-2013 Leading Ladies year. Those members of the committee are: Chairman: Gail Agnew Board Member: Anne Lauder Board Member: Jill Melkonian Member: Aleta Fisher Member: Cecilia Fonte A slate will be presented at the February general meeting and nominations from the floor may be accepted. At our March general meeting, the elections will take place.

From pearls to perfume bottles, designer purses and more our eBay fund raiser is under way...... You can check out our lovely donations on eBay.com. See something you like make the winning bid and with a few click it is yours. How to...... go to eBay.com, click on 'advanced search' button to the right of the blue search box. A page opens up where you can click on 'find items by seller' when the box opens up enter our seller ID.......LL4MPH, you will then see what is up for auction. For this to be successful we need to keep the high quality donations coming in. PLEASE DONATE.... any committee member will take your golden treasure..... or call Val Rees.... 727-375-2569 Email rubysgramm@gmail.com

EBAY FUNDRAISER INFORMATION

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Upcoming Events SAVE THE DATE

February 26 – What’s In Your Future? Sunday, February 26, 2012 is the date Leading Ladies will have a unique event at the home of Jill and Dodge Melkonian in Countryside. Titled: “What’s In Your Future?”, it will be so much fun and will include a Psychic, a Palm Reader and a Tarot Card Reader. Food for Good Luck, music, cocktails in an atmosphere of wonder and intrigue…the Committee is working very hard to make this an unforgettable evening. It will be from 5:00 to 9:00 at 2712 Redford Court, Clearwater 33761 Questions about the event: Call Jill M. at (727) 481.6298. For Reservations: Call Terry McHarg or send $35 per person to Terry at Innisbrook Golf Resort, 36750 US 19 N., #3334, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 We would love to have you attend, but if you cannot, please send a donation as all proceeds will go to the children’s educational programs at the Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute. March 30 – Rhinestone Round-up Plans are already underway for a Country/Western themed party on March 30 at the home of the Wiseman’s: 2270 North Highland Ave., Tarpon Springs. The Brett McMullen Band will provide our music for the evening! It’s sure to be a great time under the stars! Please join us and stay tuned for additional information.

Committee: Betty Lang (chair), Jan Harroun, Emily Wiseman, Anne Lauder, Lila Kumar, and Louise Collins.

Advisors: Brett McMullen, Paula Paxton, Sandy Wiseman, and Al Wiseman

Any questions, please contact Betty Lang, bettyllang@verizon.net

April 29 – Sunday in the Tropics

Please save the date! We will have more information on this event in the very near future.