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

SUMMER TIME!

Have a great summer!

Remember NEXT summer the Alpha Xi Delta National Convention is in CHICAGO!

Save the date:  July 5-8, 2017

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

What fun to have a National Convention here!  Check this website in the coming months  for details.

Click on “Contact Us” for to email us for more information about Chicago North Shore Alumnae Association.

Order of the Rose & Order of the Pearl Ceremonies

Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at 7:30 p.m.

Join your sisters for this very special evening in May at Pam’s house when we celebrate those who have attained Order of the Rose–50 years of membership and Order of the Pearl–60 years of membership.  Judy is our co-hostess.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS:

Sunday, April 24, 2016    North Shore Walk for Autism Speaks   Start from the                                                         New Trier West campus, Northfield                                                   Donations can be made to the AXD team to sponsor     “Christopher Dammers ” with a goal to raise $1,000. Go to the Chicago Autism Speaks website for details and donations (www.austismspeaks.org under this team name: “alpha xi delta northshore family and friends)

Thurs. May 5, 2016  Chicago North Shore Alumnae Panhellenic Benefit Dinner                                            HIghland Park Country Club, 1201 Park Ave. W,                                                                 HIghland Park, IL         847-433-9015                                                                                     Contact: Veronica for reservations or questions.

Saturday, May 14, 2016   Walk for Autism Speaks, at Soldier Field in Chicago.

New and just want to check us out?  Come 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.

Saturday, April 16, 2016, Founders’ Day Luncheon for all ALPHA XI DELTA’S

Chicago North Shore has several activities in April and May before our May meeting on Wednesday, May 11. 2016.

Saturday, April 16, 2016    Founders’ Day Luncheon for all ALPHA XI DELTA’S             Celebrate the fraternity’s 123rd birthday with sisters from the Chicago area!

When: April 16, 2016, 12:00PM – 3:00PM
Where: Hackney’s on Lake
1513 E. Lake St., Glenview, IL 60025  847-724-7171
Cost: $28/alum $25/initiate
This sisterhood event will include:
• Luncheon including Hackney’s famous French fried onions, 5 entrée choices, beverages and dessert
• 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 2nd. If you have questions, 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
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: _____________________________________________                                       AXD Assn: _________________ (opt)
Mail to: CNWSAA, c/o Deb Keyes
4281 N Cottonwood Trl, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192                                                     Dietary Requirements will be accommodated by the restaurant on request.

Information for sign-up on line is on our Facebook page.  Become a friend!  Alpha Xi Delta – Chicago North Shore Alumnae Association   

       

Sunday, April 24, 2016, walk for Autism Speaks, at New Trier West and Saturday, May14, at Soldier Field in Chicago.  Donations can be made to the AXD team to sponsor “Christopher Dammers ” with a goal to raise $1,000.  Go to the Chicago Autism Speaks website for details and donations (www.austismspeaks.org under this team name:  “alpha xi delta northshore family and friends).

Thurs. May 5, 2016  Chicago North Shore Alumnae Panhellenic Benefit Dinner                                            HIghland Park Country Club, 1201 Park Ave. W,                                                                 HIghland Park, IL         847-433-9015                                                   This is just east of 41 on the north side.

New and just want to check us out?  Come 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.

What Makes a Perfect Garden? Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at 7:30 p.m.

It’s March!  Spring is in view!  On Wednesday, March 9, 2016, come to Penny’s home to hear our own Kit, who is a specialist in biology and sciences, provide hints and tips on what it takes to make a garden grow.  Carla is our co-hostess.

March 7, 2016, is Badge Day–a day to wear your quill!

On the April calendar                                                                                                 Saturday, April 16, 2016, celebrate Founders’ Day at Hackney’s on Lake Ave., Glenview.

Sunday, April 24, 2016    North Shore Walk for Autism Speaks   Start from the New Trier West campus, Northfield.

Curious?  Want to check us out?  Drop 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

Life as a Rockette, February 10, 2016, at 7:30 p.m.

Join us to hear about what it’s like to be a Rockette.  Jean is our co-hostess.

Carson’s Day are approaching, Friday, February 26 and Saturday, February 27.                 If you can sell booklets at the store before these dates, contact Jean.

Curious?  Want to check us out?  Drop 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.

Dine Out for Fun and Autism Speaks January 13, 2016, at 7:00 p.m.

For the January meeting members and guests will gather for food, fellowship and a fund raiser for Autism Speaks.  You will pay for your own meal, and a $5.00  donation to Autism Speaks will be collected per person.

The details:                                                                                                             Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.                                                                     Olive Garden Restaurant, 3303 W. Touhy Ave., Lincolnwood, IL  60712        847-679-4498

The restaurant is located at the southwest corner of Touhy and McCormick Blvd.  Enter into the Lincolnwood Town Center Mall parking to get to the parking for the restaurant.  There are not direct entrances to the Olive Garden parking from Touhy or McCormick.

Curious?  Want to check us out?  Drop 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.

Holiday Celebration: Note New Date of December 2, 2015

Our tradition continues!  The Holiday Celebration  will be at Marsha’s with Kathy as the co-hostess.  There will be a lively gift exchange, holiday goodies, and the collection of items for the NU Settlement House family.  Contact Holly with any questions about the Settlement House family.

Curious?  Want to check us out?  Drop 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.

 

What Does the Alpha Xi Delta Foundation Do?? Nov. 11, 2015

On Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015, Kendra Lewis, Director of Development for the AXD Foundation, will provide an update on current Foundation projects and how Foundation supports collegians and alumnae. Suzanne is our hostess and Carol our co-hostess.

Fannie May Candy orders are due Nov. 11.  The proceeds from this and the Innisbrook wrapping paper sales give us the opportunity to support our collegiate chapters, bring in speakers and do other activities.

Please note the date of the December meeting has changed.  It is now December 2, 2015.

Curious?  Want to check us out?  Drop 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 14, 2015 Our National Philanthropy – Autism Speaks

Erik Brekke, Special Education teacher at Maple School in Northbrook, will talk about teaching and helping students with autism at Veronica’s home.  Kit is our co-hostess.

Orders for Innisbrook wrapping paper, gift bags, etc. are due by the October meeting.   Support CNS-40% of sales comes to us.  Questions?  Need a catalog? Contact Suzanne.

Curious?  Want to check us out?  Drop by 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.