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Presidents' Message …
When I noticed on the Bulletin masthead that OCWW was established in 1946, I wondered what other innovations appeared that year. In 1946 the world was introduced to the bikini, Dr. Spock's classic childcare book, the Cannes Festival, the first General Assembly of the United Nations, and Tupperware. These innovations have evolved over the years and so have I. I was born after 1946; I haven't worn a bikini since my first child was born -- the same year I bought Dr. Spock's book; I still enjoy movies; I have visited the UN; and tonight, I stored our dinner leftovers in Tupperware.
OCWW has continued to evolve, too. To the best of my knowledge, we are the only organization that provides weekly programs for writers. Thanks to the volunteer efforts of our members we continue to thrive.
Welcome to our new program co-chairs Shari Brady and Victoria Cunha. Nilda Carlo is assisting with programming. Welcome to Becky Redfield in her new position as treasurer. Thank you to outgoing board members Ardis Berghoff, Mary Beth Schewitz, Almira Studillo Gilles and Basharat Ahmed for their outstanding contributions to OCWW. Thank you to our continuing board members for their dedication to our organization.
This programming year, OCWW will offer a strong line-up of information-packed weekly sessions. To take advantage of all OCWW has to offer, including great speakers, reduced tuition, this newsletter mailed to you, member-only programs, an online discussion forum, and unparalleled critique opportunities, as well as the support of nearly 200 writers, take a moment now to complete and return your membership form. I look forward to seeing you at our first meeting on Thursday, September 4.
-- Karen Gray-Keeler, President
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