Bette Horstman is named a “Woman of Distinction ” at National Convention

Chicago was the center of attention for all Alpha Xi Deltas this summer when the  52nd National Convention was held July 5-8, 2017, at the Downtown Chicago Marriott. Chicago North Shore is proud to announce that our own Bette was one of three women to be named on July 7 as a “Woman of Distinction” during our National Convention!! Congratulations, Bette!!

Have a great summer and mark Wednesday, September 13, on your calendar for the Salad Supper to start the season for Chicago North Shore Alumnae Association.

Wednesday, May 10, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. Celebrating Our Milestones

We honor sisters who receive the Order of the Rose (50 years), Pearl (60 years), and Diamond (75 years) as well as acknowledge twenty-five year members.  There will also be Installation of Officers–our leaders for the next two years.

Join your sisters for this very special evening at Pam’s house.  Judy is our co-hostess.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS:

Saturday, May 13, 2017   Autism Speaks Chicago Walk   Start from Soldier Field,                                                     1419 S. Museum Campus Dr., Chicago

Wednesday – Saturday, July 5-8, 2017          Alpha Xi Delta National Convention

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile                                                             540 N. Michigan Avenue                                                                                             Chicago, IL  60611                                                                                                         Phone: (312) 836-0100

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April Events: Founders’ Day Luncheon, Panhellenic Benefit, Chicago North Shore Walk for Autism Speaks

Saturday, April 22, Founders’ Day Luncheon                                                                         Thursday, April 27, 2017, Chicago North Shore Panhellenic Benefit                                     Sunday, April 30, 2017, Chicago North Shore Walk for Autism Speaks

All Alpha Xi Delta sisters are invited to the Founders’ Day luncheon!  Here are the details and the registration form.

2017 Founders Day Celebration

Alpha Xi Delta alumnae from the Chicago area will celebrate Founders Day on April 22, 2017. We cordially invite you to join your sisters at our luncheon. Please also invite other Alpha Xi Delta women you know in the area. Let’s get to know each other before convention!

 When: April 22, 2017, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM                                                                    Where: Stonewood Ale House, 601 Mall Drive. Schaumburg, IL 60173                          Cost: $28/alum $25/initiate

This sisterhood event will include: • Luncheon including Rolls, Salad, Choice of Entrees, Sides, Soft Drinks and Cookies • Founders Day Ceremony • Chapter Role Call and Recognition of the Decades • News from Fraternity Headquarters, the Territory, our Foundation and Autism Speaks • Time to reconnect with your sisters and meet new ones!

If you are interested in attending, please complete a copy of the registration form below for each person and include a check for $28/alum before April 8th. If you have questions or prefer to pay through PayPal, please contact Deb Keyes at axiddeb@gmail.com or 847-991-3205. We look forward to celebrating with you!

With Heart Sunshine, Your Alpha Xi Delta Founders Day committee

REGISTRATION FORM
YES! I would like to attend the CNWSAA Founders Day luncheon and I am enclosing a check for $28 made payable to CNWSAA

Name: _____________________________________________                                 Phone: _____________________

Email: _____________________________________________                                    Assn: _________________ (opt)

Mail to: Dietary Requirements will be: CNWSAA of Alpha Xi Delta accommodated by the c/o Deb Keyes restaurant on request – note here:. 4281 N Cottonwood Trail, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192

Wednesday, March 8, 2017 – Coffee 13 Months a Year

Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at 7:30 p.m.                                                                     Called to live in a small village in Ethiopia, Caryl Weinberg will share her joys and challenges of moving from downtown Chicago to work with the Bensch people.           Penny is our Hostess, and Carla is our Co-hostess.

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Upcoming Events:  Carson’s Days, February 23-26, 2017  Saturday – Sunday                                                 April 22, 2017   Founders’ Day Event for all ALPHA XI DELTA’S,                                                            Noon – 3 pm Stonewood Ale House, 601 Mall Drive,                                                         Schaumberg                                                                                                    April 27, 2017  Chicago North Shore Alumnae Panhellenic                                                                   Benefit Dinner & Book Reivew by Barbara Rinella                                     April 30, 2017   North Shore Walk for Autism Speaks                For more information, see the “Calendar ” section of this website.

Thinking about connecting with Alpha Xi this year and just want to check us out?         Stop by and meet us. We’re all good sisters!

February 8, 2017 Update on our National Philanthropy – Autism Speaks

Wednesday, February 8, 2017, at 7:30 p.m.  Our own Kit with her intimate knowledge of autism will give an update about the work of our Fraternity’s philanthropy, Autism Speaks, at the home of a new Hostess for CNS–Karen.  Come to Karen’s and enjoy goodies by Linda, our Co-hostess.

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Upcoming Events:  Carson’s Days, February 23-26, 2017

Thinking about connecting with Alpha Xi this year and just want to check us out?         Stop by and meet us. We’re all good sisters!

January 11, 2017 – A Woman Makes a Difference in post WWI

 

Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at 7:30 p.m.  A Woman Makes a Difference:  The story of Bette Skinner and her role in the reconstruction of a French town after WWI.  The speaker will be Holly Hudnut Halliday at Sarah’s home.  Our Co-hostess Martha.

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Happy New Year!  See the upcoming programs in 2017 by clicking on the “Calendar” tab.

Thinking about connecting with Alpha Xi this year and just want to check us out?         Stop by and meet us. We’re all good sisters!

 

December 7, 2016 — Happy Holidays!

Wednesday, December 7, 2016 , at 7:30 p.m.  Celebrate the Holidays!                               Share your holiday spirit with your Alpha Xi sisters at Marsha’s home. There will be a gift exchange–$10 cost.  If you chose a name from our Northwestern Settlement family, bring your wrapped and tagged gifts to this meeting.  Kit is our Co-hostess.                                  

CNS’s year doesn’t end on December 31.  See programs in 2017 by clicking on the “Calendar” tab.

Thinking about connecting with Alpha Xi this year and just want to check us out?         Stop by and meet us. We’re all good sisters!                                                                                                                                               Click on “Contact Us” for directions or to receive complete details on any of the programs

Wednesday, November 9, 2016 Honor Flight

Wednesday, November 9, 2016 , at 7:30 p.m.  Honor Flight                                             Bette, our Order of the Diamond sister, will share her experience on an Honor Flight to Washington D.C.                                                                                                         Hostess:  Jean                    Co-hostess:  Suzanne                                                      

Carson's Community Days days are Wed. - Sat., November 9-12, 2016.                      Sign up to help a family member from our Northwestern Settlement family at this meeting.

See the complete "season" of programs by clicking on the "Calendar" tab.

Thinking about connecting with Alpha Xi this year and just want to check us out?         Stop by and meet us. We’re all good sisters!                                                                                                                                               Click on “Contact Us” for directions or to receive complete details on any of the programs

October 12, 2016 – An Update on the Northwestern Settlement House

Wednesday, October 12, 2016, at 7:30 p.m.                                                                         Holly, who has served on the Northwestern University Settlement Board for many years, will introduce Belna who will tell us more about the organization we support each December.

Fannie May candy orders are due.  Carson’s Community Days booklets are for sale for $5.  The sale days are Wed. – Sat., November 9-12, 2016.

Veronica is our hostess and Kathy is our co-hostess.

Check out the complete “season” of programs by clicking on the “Calendar” tab.

Thinking about connecting with Alpha Xi this year and just want to check us out?         Stop by and meet us. We’re all good sisters!                                                                                                                                               Click on “Contact Us” for directions or to receive complete details on any of the programs

Annual Fall Kick-off Salad Supper for the new 2016-17 “season” at 6:45 p.m.

Come, bring a salad to share and catch up on summer news!  The annual Salad Supper is at Joan’s house, and Barbara will be Co-hostess.

Check out the complete “season” of programs by clicking on the “Calendar” tab.

Thinking about connecting with Alpha Xi this year and just want to check us out?         Stop by–no salad required–and meet us. All you need is yourself!  We’re all good sisters!                                                                                                                                               Click on “Contact Us” for directions or to receive complete details on any of the programs