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Protocol Pointers—Joan Beaver Should you be asked to introduce a speaker… The purpose of an introduction is to acquaint the audience with the speaker, as to her background, qualification and subject. A person known to the audience is presented, a stranger is introduced. The introduction should be brief, not more than one minute; do not give the speaker’s speech for her. The introduction should include the reason for the talk. Be factual, not gushy, put both the speaker and the audience at ease. Mention the speaker’s name at the end of the introduction.Flowers:Flowers are a matter of individual group courtesy and charm. A president should never wear a corsage if one is not being given to the honored guest. White is a safe color choice, regardless of the occasion. At large affairs (with many guests), small corsages may be placed at each guest’s place at the head table. The president and honored guest may wear a more elaborate corsage. Many groups have adopted the custom of making “permanent” or “symbol” corsages for their guest, accompanied by a note saying a contribution is being made to a charity/cause in lieu of flowers. Announcing the ALL-CLUB PHOTO Contest for 2002 GFWC members had so much fun dressing up for the 2001 photo contest in which they fashioned a photo of their club after David Robinson’s painting, THE WOMAN”S CLUB, that they requested an idea for 2002. This year’s theme is “CLUB WOMEN AT WORK”….showing how club members look when they’re working at the library, health fair, shelter or fund-raiser. The two categories are: 1. Serious Photos showing members in Action, and 2. FUN Photos if you feel like being a little silly as you work. The complete rules are outlined in the “GFWC Clubwoman Magazine”, October/November 2001 on page 15. Deadline for entering is May 8, 2002. Send photos to Sally Kranz at GFWC Headquarters. All entries will be on display at the June 2002 Convention in Kansas City MO. Questions? Call Sally Kranz at (202) 347-3168. { Editor’s note: OKAY Tennesseans! Based on some of the pictures you have sent to TFNews, I just ‘know’ we’ve got some winners in our State! Get Busy, get the rules from the “GFWC Clubwoman Magazine”, and Just Do It ! } 55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program GFWC/TFWC LADIES ARE INVITED, with your spouses or other family members or friends: to participate in the AARP 55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program (Edition 5, 2001), designed especially for older drivers – who are not necessarily aware of their Diminished Hearing, Vision and Reaction Times, and their probable upcoming Driving Retirement plans. AARP 55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom driver improvement course designed especially for motorists age 50 and older, however drivers of any age may participate. The eight-hour course is taught in two, four-hour sessions spanning two days, and students are charged a minimal fee ($10.00). There are no tests. (All classroom instruction; no driving instruction.) In Tennessee the auto insurance companies are mandated to give a discount to graduates, as long as they are safe drivers and 55 years of age. The National Highway Safety Forecast points out that the older driver is adjudged at fault more frequently than middle-aged drivers. Older drivers, not so often committing traffic violations such as speeding, drunk driving, or reckless driving, do however have other problems. These problems are exacerbated in driving situations requiring quick response, full vision, and interaction with other drivers. Typical violations include failure to yield right-of-way, improper turning, incorrect lane changing, passing, and entering and leaving expressways. For more course information, you are directed to call AARP Toll-Free at 1.888.227.7669. For general information concerning this subject (wherever you live in Tennessee), or for information on upcoming classes in West Tennessee, you may contact: Alan Babin [husband of Anne Babin - your newsletter editor]. His position with ‘55 ALIVE’ is as Volunteer Instructor #04-058-8550. (Tel: 901.861.1144; Fax: 901.853.5808; Email: abigfoot@midsouth.rr.com) KANSAS CITY—The
111th Annual GFWC The 111th Annual GFWC International Convention will be held at The Westin Crown Center in Kansas City — the “Heart of America”. With its big-hearted graciousness and hospitality, the area welcomes visitors to world-class attractions, performing arts, great shopping, superb dining, outstanding sports and spectacular entertainment. Watch for information in The GFWC CLUBWOMAN MAGAZINE or contact GFWC headquarters at 202-347-3168, ext. 144.
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