Chapter O Sister in Harmony

Chapter O sister, Candace (center) joins other members of her local women's harmony chorus in a quartet performance at Moscow's Farmer Market. Chapter O is fortunate to have such a musically talented sister. Our chapter is blessed with talented sisters who are artists, writers, photographers, poets, designers, athletes, quilters, musicians, educators...the list of accomplishments never ends! Congratulations to Candace on a beautiful performance. We're so proud of you!

Let's Get Together

September means it's time to resume Chapter O meetings! Our fall potluck will be on Monday, September 19 at the home of Dana W. Here's what we have planned:

• 5:30-6 PM: Social time - visit with your Chapter O sisters
• 6-7 PM: Potluck
• 7-7:45 PM: Business Meeting
• 7:45-???: Sharing our Summer Adventures!

Our tradition of having a salad potluck continues. Please bring something to share. And, don't feel obligated to heat up the kitchen! Our local groceries and delis are happy to offer something already prepared for you to bring.

The "program" following the meeting will be a time to tell one another about summer adventures both near and far!

P.E.O. Sisters Reach Out With TLC!

P.E.O. sisters across the country lend a helping hand with a program called "TLC". Members and their families can contact a TLC chapter when hospitalized or in need of assistance in any of the listed locations. The TLC contacts are listed on the P.E.O. website.

Chapter O participates in the TLC program. We were recently contacted by a P.E.O. member from Idaho Falls. She said that her son, a University of Idaho student, is having a difficult semester. She told us that she was looking for a way to encourage him and wondered if we could help. After finding out that the student (Brian) had a birthday coming up, we delivered a dozen homemade cupcakes and a birthday card to his fraternity house on the University of Idaho campus. A report from his mother let us know that he was delighted with the surprise delivery. Brian's mom was appreciative and grateful for the TLC given to her son.

P.E.O. Welcomes You To Moscow!

P.E.O. is now publicly recognized as a Moscow service organization at each of the four roadway entrances to Moscow. Chapters O, AB, BH, and CC collaborated to purchase and install a service recognition sign at the City limits on Highway 95 south and north. There are also recognition signs at the city limits on State Hwy 8 and the east entrance entering from Washington on the Pullman Highway. Vicky C., Chapter AB member, encouraged each chapter to contribute to the purchase of the signs. The effort was endorsed by the Moscow P.E.O. Reciprocity Council which includes representatives of each Moscow chapter. P.E.O. is now proudly recognized along with the other service organizations in our community.

Spring Auction

Saturday, April 10 turned out to be a beautiful spring day in Moscow and a perfect day for the Chapter O Spring Auction. This has turned in to an annual event where sisters gather, enjoy a yummy brunch, and generate income for the P.E.O. projects. Louise opened her home to us and we visited with one another while perusing all the fun items available in a silent auction. The selection was wonderful: scones & tea, original watercolor paintings, jewelry, handmade cards and so many more delightful items! Louise served a delightful brunch with quiche, spinach salad, pastries, strawberries and a very popular rainbow layered Jello treat!

Along with a great turnout by Chapter O members, we were introduced to several guests! Thanks to our hostess, Louise, and organized ways and means committee chairperson, Jenny, for a fun morning.

Founder's Day 2010

Marralee, Barbara, Judy, State Officer Judy V and Susan enjoying conversation following a lovely Founder's Day celebration hostessed by Chapter CC. Founder's Day is a great time to get together with all the Moscow area P.E.O.'s. We were blessed with the attendance of past state presidents and a representative of the Idaho State Chapter Executive Board. We shared a tasty salad lunch and heard a narrative history of our founding sisters. We also learned about the interesting connection between Alice Bird's father and the history of Idaho. Chapter O will hostess Founder's Day next year. Save the date...Saturday, March 5.

Chapter O Christmas Angel

Chapter O member Joanna appears as our very own Christmas angel. This photo was forwarded to me by Chapter O sister Louise. She shared that they played with some photography special effects this summer at the family cabin. Joanna's inner angel came shining through.

Wishing you all the joys of this season. May your days be merry and bright!