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Soroptimist International
of Camarillo
Club #112510 P.O. Box 3081 Camarillo, CA 93011
September 2010
Board of Directors
2010—2011
President
Barbara Hatch
805-484-8624
President-Elect
Vice President
Programs
Susie Hafer
Vice President
Way & Means
Nancy Hartzler
Treasurer
Monika Holderied
Treasurer Elect
Rosetta Lambiotte
Recording Secretary
Sharon Edwards
Communications Secretary
Susan Peterson
Directors
Barbara Crowley (2 year)
Linda Bortolott (1 year)
Delegates
Lua Hooper (2 year)
Kristy Pollard (1 year)
Newsletter Editor
Chris Hinds
805-987-9928
Email:
www.sica.caminorealregion.org
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
I will be filling in this month for our President, Barbara Hatch. She has
gone on a wonderful European vacation, with her husband, Don. I am
looking forward to her great stories, and pictures!
What I want to bring to the front of this
month’s newsletter is an event that will be
coming to Camarillo. The Relay for Life of
Camarillo will be held on, October 2-3,
2010, Saturday, 10 am to Sunday, 10am.
The place will be Adolfo Camarillo High
School Track & Field Stadium, located at
4660 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA
93012. This event is for 24 hours and will
be filled with people and activities .
We all have been touched by this disease of cancer, either with ourselves,
families, or friends. Our dear friends (our daughter’s in-laws) Dan &
Brenda Thaxton, have been strong supporters of the Relay for Life of
Camarillo for years. Dan lost his mother years ago to cancer. By the way,
they are the main attraction at our Camarillo Christmas Parade. When
they ask for support, we always try to give what we can. You already
might know someone who is supporting this cause, and would like to help
them. Please visit the web site www.relayforlife.org/camarilloca, this will
take you right to Camarillo’s page. You will find the Thaxton’s name along
with the others, and the teams too! You can donate right on line. All the
information is right at your finger tips.
If you want to see a inspiring video, http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=esdA6RMpm3I this will give you a idea what those 24 hours are about
in our community of Camarillo.
Sincerely,
Chris Hinds
Newsletter Editor
Improving the lives of women and girls,
in local communities and throughout the world.”
Camarillo Newest Member
Donna Morgan
With
President Barbara Hatch
Secretary Sharon Edwards
BIRTHDAYS
Sept. 1 - Barbara Hatch
Sept. 29 - Susie Hafer
SOROPTIMIST
ANNIVERSARIES
Sept. 07 Nancy Hartzler
*SERVICE
COMMITTEE Submitted by: Susie Hafer
Operation Seabee Christmas Ser-
vice Project: SEE PGS 9-11 Here‘s an update on our project to support 2 Seabee
Battalions in Port Hueneme deployed to Iraq & Af-
ghanistan who will be away over the holidays. We will
help the Family Readiness Groups (FRG) for MNCB
(Mobile Naval Construction Battalion) 40 & MNCB 3
to send boxes to each Seabee, about 1200 total. Family
Readiness Groups are volunteers who support military
families, usually spouses of those deployed.
I am meeting with the Family Readiness Group for the
2 battalions this week to plan our strategy, set dates &
plan donations and will have details by our business
meeting on Sept 14.
Our name will be at the top as spearheading the pro-
ject, but we have commitments from others. The Stitch-
es of Love group has agreed to sew neck gaiters-polar
fleece cowl scarves, to keep them warm this winter.
Soroptimist International of Oxnard voted to participate
in collecting donations. We‘ll have a place to store
items at the Seabee base & we‘ll partner with the Sea-
bee families for collecting & packing. We have other
interested groupS & individuals that want to help, ask
other organizations if they are also interested in joining
us. You can print pg. 9 & 10 for handouts to local
businesses.
Be on the lookout for new or gently used items like;
books, current magazines, especially health & fitness,
sporting equipment, balls, bats, dumbbells, yoga mats,
music CD‘s, DV movies and computer & w box
games, ask your friends & family to do the same. Col-
lect empty Pringles cans for the FRG to mail home-
made cookies.
This is a great project to make a difference in the lives
of members of our own community and for visibility
for Soroptimist International and what we are all about.
Women in the Military Service Project
We have just completed our first year of mailing sup-
port boxes to women troops deployed in Iraq, Kuwait
& Afghanistan. To date we have packed and mailed
115 boxes of food, media & hygiene supplies for total
of 1447 pounds! This is a phenomenal accomplishment
with our small mailing budget; due to your generosity.
Your donations of snacks, books, hair products, wet
wipes, flip flops, CD‘s DVD‘s, nuts, jerky, crackers,
WAYS & MEANS Submitted by: Nancy Hartzler
The committee met and we will once again
hold our annual Enchilada sale on Saturday, November 6th, at
Chili Peppers located at 601 Mobil Avenue. Let your friends and
neighbors know now so that their taste buds will be ready to pick
up an outstanding dinner!
PERSONAL PROJECTS are once again being planned. Watch
out for the announcement of a Pampered Chef party at President
Barbara‘s home on October 21, @ 5 p.m..
Newsletter Editor extraordinaire Chris Hinds is looking forward
to her jewelry party from Lia Sophia line which will be held at
her home on November 10 @ 6:30.
Personal Projects are welcomed and encouraged so get your
thinking caps on and be creative. For more information about
Personal Projects please contact Nancy Hartzler at 484-6650 or
email her at [email protected] to schedule your event.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Our most efficient Treasurer Monika recently emailed quarter-
ly breakfast dues. If you have not received your statement
please check with her at [email protected] or (805)
445-9810.
Updated state of the club will be available at the Tuesday Sep-
tember 14, Business meeting..
Women In Military cont.;
Candy, tampons, lotions, chapstick, and other donations of neck
coolers, neck gaiter, & pillowcases made all the difference.
We had fun finding special products to send in boxes for our
―Spa Day‖, ―Fun & Games, Arts & Crafts‖, ―Hot & Spicy‖,
―Beach Party‖, ―Happy Birthday‖, ―Hawaiian Luau‖ themes. I‘m
sure they were surprised and pleased to receive them. Loved the
photo of Katherine & Friends wearing the reindeer antlers we
sent in the holiday boxes!
We are taking a break from our monthly mailings to support the
holiday mailing for our Battalions: NMCB 40 & MNCB3 Thank
you and thank our friends who contributed this year, you‘re the
best! I am so proud of our club.
PROGRAM REPORT Submitted by: Susie Hafer
Our August program meeting challenged 4 teams of new & seasoned members in a rousing game of “A Jolt of SOLT”! We learned more about Soroptimists throughout the world during the game and discov-ered new information for some and a refresher for others. Even some long-time members were stumped on a few of the questions. We are an im-portant link in a world-wide organization. With our Chamber of Commerce membership and connection with the Non-Profit Council, we have ac-cess to some great programs this year. We identified projects at our Service/Program meeting and will focus on those topics for speakers. Some of our favorite activities are ongoing: Relay for Life, Heart Walk, Avon Breast Cancer Walk, Food Share/Jehovah Jireh, Women In The Military. If you want to explore more on those subjects, let me know. Recent subjects presented; Project Sierra, Interface, Teen Dating Violence, Human Trafficking, Cinemag-ic, Women In Custody in VC Job Fair, Girls in Foster Care. New ideas are: Red Cross Emergency Services, Camarillo’s Got Talent, Many Mansions, Habitat for Humanity, Women’s Wellness, Hospice All suggestions are appreciated. If you have a con-nection for a speaker, call or email Susie at (805) 383-6807 or [email protected]
AROUND OUR TOWN Sept. 11 Concert In The Park/Raymond Michael A Tribute To Elvis Sept. 24 Camarillo Cruise Night –Old Town Oct .2-3 The Relay for Life of Camarillo
GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN SUBMITTED BY Rosetta Lambiotte
Here is your opportunity to attend a live musical show at a very reasonable price. The Sweet Adelines chorus called AHH (Agoura Hills Harmon) will be singing on
Saturday, October 2, 2010. This will be retrospective of Sweet Adelines Sound performed at the Preus-Brandt Forum, California Lutheran University. The address is 60 West Olsen
Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. Seating is limited to 200 at each of two performances so contact Rosetta
Lambiotte early for tickets. The Matinée starts at 2:30 pm and ticket price is $15.00. Evening performance
starts at 7:30 and includes one beverage.
Soroptimist of Camarillo is announcing CAMARILLO’S GOT TALENT
The 1st annual Camarillo’s Got Talent will bring awareness to Camarillo looking for the next Big Star. The program will provide good wholesome family fun to entertain our audience. Camarillo’s Got Talent’s goal is to raise money for the American Red Cross
while showcasing our talent in Camarillo. Got Talent will create the perfect opportunity for parents to get involved in the their children’s activities and families
to provide moral support. There is one more audition coming up on September
17, 2010. Please go their web site for more information: www.camarillosgottalent.com
The Final Show October 16, 2010
Time: 6:00 pm Boys & Girls Club
1500 Temple Ave., Camarillo, CA 93010
Friday, November 19 • Noon-6 pm Saturday, November 20 • 10 am-6pm
Ventura County Fair grounds Camarillo & Ventura Soroptimist Club
Hopefully a couple more will join us for this Two-day event focused on celebrating all aspects of a
woman’s life. This will be a great opportunity to have the women of
Ventura County to become aware our Soroptimist Clubs. More info.: http://www.vcstar.com/marketing/
womentoday/ Call Diane Wagner 805.216.8092 cell
Chris Hinds 805.987.9928 Home Office
A LITTLE BIT OF THIS AND A LITTLE BIT OF THAT!
In Memory……. Bonnie Warrinton, a long time Soroptimist, died on August
17th, after a four –year battle with bone cancer. She received
numerous awards including being honored by Soroptimists Inter-
national of the Americas for work in “Human Rights & Status of
Women”.
She was always present for all of the region activities and con-
ferences. She attended our own “Chocolate Night”, and she
boasted it was the best fund raiser she had ever been to.
Betty Stoneking’s husband passed away on August 22, 2010.
There was an open house in his memory, where family and friends
gathered to share his life.
Great News of Pink
A LITTLE NOSH from the
Kitchen of Susan Peterson
RICOTTA COOKIES
1/4 pound of butter - room temp
1/4 cup ricotta chees
1tsp vanilla
1cup sugar
2 cups sifted flour
1/2 tsp soda
1//2 tsp salt
Blend butter and ricotta ‗til creamy
Add vanilla– mix. Gradually add
Sugar beating ‗til blended. Add egg.
Mix flour, soda, salt together and add
Slowly and blend. Drop batter by tsp
On cookie sheet. Bake 350 for 11 minutes
Frosting: 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup cream
Cheese beat together then gradually
Add powdered sugar ‘til desired
consistency
Kristy Pollard & her husband announced the arrival of
little Abby Hope Pollard. Born on 7/26/10 , 7lbs 1 oz.
Kristy says, “Big Sister Ashley is getting used to the
little one. Everyone is healthy & we’re thrilled to be a
family of four! “
From a former Camarillo Soroptimist, Susan Winquist,
who was involved in a horrible traffic accident. Here is an
update from her to Susan Peterson………….
Hi Susan - So good to see your message:) I am doing so
much better, especially since I had my last skull replace-
ment August 30th - hooray!! I am still learning (I need it!)
about speaking, reading, writing... all the normal stuff, but
nothing I'm worried about (reasons I practice this!). I am
starting my NeuroSkill therapies in Encino starting on
Monday. I truly appreciate the prayers and wonderful
thoughts helping me the past few months... it means so so
much - thanks to especially you, but your fantastic daugh-
ter (the awesome mom!), and the other Soroptimist la-
dies!!
Getting to know you – Featuring Chris Hinds - aka CRaglady Guest columnist Anne Howington
I had a chance to meet with Chris on Thursday, the 9th. She’s a relatively new member of our club and I’d been looking forward to getting to know her better. This was my opportunity. I’m pleased to share that meeting with you. The first thing I had to ask her was ―What does your email name - CRagLady - mean?‖ Her answer? ―California Rag (garment) Lady. Simple as that.‖ Q.: How did you come up with it? A.: It just came naturally to me and my husband, Craig. He’s been in the clothing industry FOREVER. As a rep (salesman), as a manufacturer - almost every facet of the business. He was working for Wrangler when we met.
That’s a story in itself. I was a teller in a bank, downtown L.A., and he was a customer. Came to my window one day, liked what he saw (from the counter up), and I’ve been ―cashing his checks‖ ever since. Q.: Tell me about your business. A.: It’s so involved. We do trade shows for the clothing industry. Our own trade shows, that is. We own a company that puts on the shows; everything from booking the vendors, booking the location, blocking out hotel and hospitality suites. And creating and sending out the show books, contacting and inviting the buyers, arranging special events, getting there early to oversee the setup and staying late to make sure nothing was overlooked.
I probably send and answer over 100 emails a day when there’s a show coming up – as one is in a week or so. Most shows run 2 to 3 days and we do them in San Diego, Palm Springs, and Arizona at least 3 times a year each. We do the Holiday/Cruise line – that’s what’s coming up. Then there’s the Spring season. Next thing you know it’s time for the fall shows, which, of course, these shows are done in March or April. The vendors are manufacturers and reps for women’s apparel, accessories, shoes and gift items. They all think that they’re the best (and of course they are) and many need special handling. And the buyers are from large chain stores down to sin-gle location mid-to-high-end specialty shops and they all know that they’re God’s gift to the vendor – and they’re right. No buyers – no vendors – no need for my company. We also rep some lines ourselves so there are shows we attend just as vendors. I said it’s involved. ;) As I mentioned, Craig’s been in the business for as long as I’ve known him. I’ve worked with him much/most of our married life. And we’ve had our own trade show for the past 4+ years, so I keep pretty busy. Q.: How much of your time do you spend “at work”? A.: You know, owning your own business, you’re ALWAYS at work. So, I guess ALL my waking hours are ―at work.‖ Q.: Do you have other employees? Or, is it just you and Craig? A.: My daughter, Jennifer, has worked with us in the past. Mostly part-time. But she and her family recently moved to Idaho so my daughter-in-law is going to try her hand at it. I think this should work out pretty well – I’m just not sure she knows what she’s getting into. It’s one thing to talk about the business. It’s another thing to deal with it ―for real.‖ Q.: How many kids do you have? I mean – I know they’re not “kids” but – you know what I mean. A.: Three. Robert—he is married to Melissa, with 3 boys. Then John, he just recently got married to Dona. And then there’s Jennifer the youngest. She and Greg have 2 girls, but as I said – they’re in Idaho now. Q.: You’ve really had your hands full. Tell me – have you had any special challenges in your life? A.: I have a hearing problem. I was born with it. My mother has it too, and so does my sister. But it hasn’t affected any of my children or grandchildren so I have to hope that the ―chain’s been broken.‖ I have to look at you when you’re talking. I lip-read so with what I can hear I manage pretty well. This was actually a benefit when I was in car sales. A common customer complaint was that the salesman never listened to them. Well, when I’m with a customer I’m REALLY focused on what they’re saying. The only downside was when we’d be taking a test-drive. I’d have to tell them to either save their questions OR stop the car so they could look at me while they talked. I never had a customer who didn’t co-operate, although sometimes they’d forget and I’d have to remind them.
Q.: Have you always lived in California? A.: Yes—my folks are from Nevada and Ohio, but I’m a SoCal gal. Q.: Tell me about your best vacation trip (so far). A.: I’d say the absolute best vacation we’ve taken has been to Maui. We’ve gone several times, but one special trip we were able to have the kids and grandkids with us and we had a wonderful time. Q.: If you could design your ultimate travel adventure – what does it look like? A.: You know what I’d love to do sometime? Go somewhere – maybe Bali – somewhere exotic with a tropical jungle with lots of plants and animals I’ve never seen in the wild. Q.: Any special reason? A.: Just because. Q.: Speaking of “just because” – you and I met because you joined Soroptimist. Is there any particular project you’d like to see our club get involved in? A.: Yes. I’m hoping we can start a project working with young women aging out of the foster care system. I’m not sure just what we could do as a club but it’s a subject dear to my heart and I’m actively looking for information and contacts. I’d like to pro-pose this to the club but I have to have more of a specific ―things we could do‖ to present to the members. Q.: Is there anything you’d like to understand better regarding the things we already do? A.: I’m still learning about the organization – but I’d like to get a better handle on what our focus and direction is. Right now the most enthusiasm seems to be for the packages for service-women. I’ve read about other things the club is involved in, but I haven’t been a member long enough to get my feet wet in them. Q.: Last question - If you were doing this interview (with a sister Soroptimist) – who would you like to “get to know better?” A.: Besides you? Actually, I’d like to get to know Monika this way. She has an intriguing accent and she’s so direct and intel-ligent. Yes, I hope I see Monika in this column one of these days, even if I have to put her there myself. ;-) Thank you, Chris
A Special Note: Look for the this new feature in future newsletters.
SOMEthing NEW & FUN
We will be adding new Business Cards section, and to place a card on this
page, is $25.00 a Quarter. See what you can do to add to this page. We can
do the whole page. Wild Cherry is new in Camarillo. In the same center as
B&B Hardware. Cut out this section, and get 20% off your cup of yogurt .
This has been authorized, and good until Oct, 10, 2010. If he gets a good re-
sponse, he will buy an ad in the Camarillo Soroptimist Newsletter. So make
sure this whole page goes to them.
Good only in Camarillo Store • Self-Serve Yummy Yogurt
LET’S FILL UP THIS PAGE!
Operation Seabee Christmas
We have an opportunity to make a huge difference in our own community. Two Seabee battalions from Port Hueneme will be de-
ployed to Iraq & Afghanistan in the next few months. They will be separated from friends and family and away over the holidays.
You can help ensure that each Seabee receives a personal holiday box by donating ―Wish List‖ items or money, lots of small contri-
butions really add up.
OK, sit down, that means we’ll need to send 1300 boxes!
It‘s a big task in a short time but here‘s how you can help:
Collect new or nearly-new books, current magazines, especially health & fitness, sporting equipment-balls, bats, mitts, nets,
dumbbells, yoga mats, music CD's, DVD movies, X Box, PS2 & 3 games and computer games.
Collect empty Pringles cans to mail homemade cookies.
Sponsor an individual box with a donation of $20.00.
Purchase something special on their "wish list", pass the list around and ask friends to pick up an extra item or two when
shopping.
Simple, everyday things make a big difference in their safety, health, comfort and morale.
Please support these brave men & women who serve our country.
Donation deadline October 1, 2010
Drop off location:
Keller Williams Realty
770 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 100
Contact Susie Hafer at (805) 383-6807
Susan Peterson at (805) 987-7575
Soroptimist International of Camarillo
www.sica.caminorealregion.org
Camarillo
FOOD ITEMS Coffee, bags & instant
Tea Bags
Powdered Coffee Creamer
Gatorade Pro 1 powder
Powdered Hot Chocolate
Slim Jims & Beef Jerky
Crackers & cheese spread
Instant Oatmeal
Nuts & Sunflower seeds
Granola Bars & Power Bars
Raisins & Dried Fruit
Trail mix/ M&M‘s
Tuna or Chicken, pouches
Spices & soy sauce
Condiments, small packs
Salad dressing packets
FOOD ITEMS Coffee, bags & instant
Tea Bags
Powdered Coffee Creamer
Gatorade Pro 1 powder
Powdered Hot Chocolate
Slim Jims & Beef Jerky
Crackers & cheese spread
Instant Oatmeal
Nuts & Sunflower seeds
Granola Bars & Power Bars
Raisins & Dried Fruit
Trail mix/ M&M‘s
Tuna or Chicken, pouches
Spices & soy sauce
Condiments, small packs
Salad dressing packets
salsa & hot sauce
Hard Candy & Lollipops
Gum & Mints
Cracker Jacks
Instant Soup
Cup a Soup
Peanut Butter
Syrup/Jelly packets
PERSONAL ITEMS Disposable Razors
Combs and Brushes
Nail Clippers
Shampoo & Conditioner
Soap or Body Wash
Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
Dental Floss
Deodorant
Eye Drops
Q-tips
Lip Balm/Chapstick
Sun Block
Bug Spray with Deet
Face & Body Lotion
Foot Powder, anti-fungal
FOR FEMALES
Tampons, panty liners
Hair Bands & Clips
Hair gel
Small Mirrors
Hair ties & clips
Sports bras
Manicure sets
Nail polish & remover pads
Small mirrors
Pumice stone
COMFORT ITEMS
Flat Christmas Decorations
Small Christmas trees
Tree decorations, small
Candy Canes
Small handmade gifts
Patriotic knick knacks
Caps or shirts with logos
Religious booklets
Inspirational readings
Drawings from children
Cards & Pictures of you
PRACTICAL ITEMS LED Headlamps
Sunglasses Batteries-AA & AAA
Phone Cards (AT&T)
Flash drives, thumb drives
Wet wipes & Clorox Wipes
Ziploc Bags/ plastic boxes
Disposable Cameras
Paper and Envelopes
Blank Greeting Cards
Retractable Pens
Magazines & Books
Newspapers
Jokes and Comics
Puzzles & Puzzle books
Small Board Games
Yo Yo's/ Domino‘s
Frisbees/ Hackie Sacks
Dart Boards
Sporting equipment-
Balls Bats, Mitts, Nets
Yoga mat/ Jump Ropes
Balloons
Bandannas
Twin Bed Sheets
Pillow & pillowcases
Febreze/ Renusit
Auto air freshener-trees
Candles in tins
Xbox & PS2 & 3 games
Computer games
Portable CD Players
CDs and DVDs
Fly Tape & Fly Traps
SEEBEE WISH LIST
OPERATION SEABEE CHRISTMAS
DATES TO REMEMBER
September 14, 2010 Business Meeting - Tuesday– Marie Calendars
September 28, 2010 Program Meeting - Tuesday - Marie Calendars
October 1, 2010 Operation Seabees Donation Deadline
October 6, 2010 Board Meet—Wednesday - Pres. Barbara‘s Home
October 6, 2010 Deadline For Newsletter Submissions
October 12, 2010 Business Meeting– Tuesday - Marie Calendars
October 16, 2010 Camarillo‘s Got Talent—Boys & Girls Club of Camarillo
October 15&16, 2010 Operation Seabees Packing Party- Seabees Base Port Hueneme
October 21, 2010 Barbara Hatch Personal Project - Pamper Chef Party 5:00 pm—?
November 6, 2010 Enchilada Sale
November 13, 2010 Fall District Workshop—Long Beach
Soroptimist on the Internet
Camino Real Region www.caminorealregion.org
Soroptimist International of the Americas (SIA) www.soroptimist.org
Soroptimist International (SI) www.soroptimistinternational.org
Soroptimist International of Camarillo www.sica.caminorealregion.org
Soroptimist International of
Camarillo
P.O. Box 3081
Camarillo, CA 93011
Postage
Stamp
Soroptimist
“Improving the lives
of women and girls
in local communities
and throughout the
world”
MEETINGS HELD AT: Marie Callender’s
185 East Daily Drive Camarillo, CA 93010
7:30 AM Business Meeting
2nd Tuesday of the month Program Meeting
4th Tuesday of the month
NEWS LETTER DEAD LINE
OCTOBER 6, 2010
