9:30 – 10:30
Monday Interest Groups
- Book Discussion – Heritage Room
Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson
Leaders: Mary Moriarty and Carmen Coleman
“Travel to Edgecombe St. Mary, a small English village where the retired Major Ernest Pettigrew leads a quiet life valuing the proper things that Englishmen have lived by for generations: honor, duty, decorum, and a properly brewed cup of tea. A death sparks a conflict over a family heirloom. An unexpected friendship begins with Mrs. Jasmina Ali, the Pakistani shopkeeper from the village. They are drawn together by their shared love of literature and mature love develops. But, the village labels her as an outsider. Can their relationship survive the risks of pursuing happiness in the face of culture and tradition?” - Handwork/Crafts – Dining Room
Presenter: Sharon Bigot. Sharon will demonstrate lacemaking. If you are a lacemaker, bring what you are working on. - Travel – Presidents’ Hall
Topic: Cuba
Speaker: Judy Custer
Cuba, our neighbor to the south, is an island of cultural mysteries. See and hear about the Cuba of 2012 and how it has and has not changed over the years.
10:45 – 11:45 – Presidents’ Hall
Education
Topic: Hennepin County Library Leading Into the Future
Speaker: Lois Langer Thompson, Director, Hennepin County Library System
The public library takes an active role in educating Americans throughout their lifetimes. Thompson will tell us how the Hennepin County Library System aligns 21st century library standards by promoting lifelong learning, reference resources, new and emerging services, and a system wide commitment to diversity, outreach, and partnerships. -Jo Butte
11:45 – Noon
Announcements
12:00 – 1:15
Luncheon
Luncheon Hostess: Elaine Braun
Guest Hostess: Marlene Teien
Holiday Lights – Porch
House Management – Association Room
International Guest – Heritage Room
1:15 – 2:15 – Presidents’ Hall
Health
Topic: Skin Tips for Women
Speaker: Dr. Julie Schultz, Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Schultz specializes in all disorders of the skin including skin cancer, acne, psoriasis, and hair and nail disorders. What should we be doing to promote healthy skin? She will tell us what women can do to keep their skin looking its best. -Judy Cronen