ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

This study/interest group meets each month to learn more about antiques and collectibles.  Join us! 

Chairs:   

Caroline Nelson

Co-Chairs:

Pat Veseling & Janet Gorman

Date and Time:

Second Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.

ARTSCAPES

This is a new interest group for members interested in or currently producings arts.

Chair:   

Mary Sue Farmer

Date and Time:

Second Monday

BRIDGE – AFTERNOON

Join us for fun, socializing, and intellectual stimulation.

Chair:   

Dolores Farley

Date and Time:

First Monday, 1:00 p.m.

BRIDGE – EVENING

Play your cards right by joining Wednesday night bridge for fun, socializing, and intellectual stimulation.  Because of the large number of tables, there are two groups meeting during the year. 

Chair Group A:  

Debra Reeve

Date and Time:  

Fourth Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.

Chair Group B:    

Marilyn Roderick

Date and Time:   

Fourth Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.

BRIDGE – COUPLES MARATHON

The Couples Bridge Marathon was formed so couples could enjoy a good game of bridge and camaraderie with fellow AAUW members.  From October through April, the months’ hostesses select a convenient time for the scheduled four couples to meet.  You should play with everyone during the year.  Scores are cumulative.  In July or August, we gather to distribute the prize money.  Additions to the sub list are welcomed during the year.

Chairs:

Marilyn Lawler, Lois Strom

CHIC FLIX

Each month we meet at a local theatre to see a current film and then go to a nearby restaurant for dessert, coffee and conversation after the movie. The films selected usually feature strong femaile characters or stories of interest.

Chair:

Amy Green

Date and Time:

First Saturday afternoon

CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE

Enjoy a monthly discussion of selected literary works to help expand understanding and appreciation for current literature.

Chair:

Lynne Ewan

Date and Time:

Third Monday, 7:30 p.m.

COUPLES GOURMET

Couples meet and dine with each other in an atmosphere of fun, fellowship and learning.  Members will have the opportunity to acquaint themselves with the entire gourmet group by participating in two group functions. Three dinners are held in members’ homes, with each member serving as host for three other couples.  Rotation is provided for maximum sociability.  The menus are prepared by the chair and her committee.  Additions to the substitute list are welcomed during the year. 

Chairs: 

Amy Kellerstrass, Elisabeth Langford

Date and Time:  

Schedule TBA

DIVERSITY BOOK GROUP

This group meets monthly to discuss book selections which encompass all the ways in which people differ – including gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability.  A lively discussion encouraging personal growth always occurs!  New members are welcome at any meeting.

Chair: 

Jean Coontz

Date and Time:     

Fourth Monday, 7:15 p.m.

FAMILY HISTORY

This group encourages the study of genealogy through guest speakers, research sessions, and sharing information.  Individual help will be provided to anyone wishing to learn research and recording techniques.  Group does not meet every month.

Chair: 

Carolyn Berning, Kathy Klemens

Date and Time: 

Third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.

GLOBETROTTERS

Join a stimulating group offering armchair travel at its best!  Come along with us to exotic foreign destinations, as well as nearby attractions.  Natural wonders and cultural splendors abound, not to mention personal anecdotes ranging from the sublime to the ridiculous.

Chair: 

Sally Vogl

Date and Time:   

Fourth Thursday, 7:15 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL COOKING

Each monthly dinner has a theme representing a different country.  Members share the cooking and enjoy the eating.  Teams are formed at the September meeting; for other monthly dinners, reservations are required.

Chairs:    

Sandy Hill, Pat Jacobs

Date and Time:

Third Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

LET'S GET MOVING

Exercise isn't such a chore when done in good company and interesting places. A different walking location is chosen each month. Join us as we move more, sit less, and explore Springfield area parks and neighborhoods.

Chairs:    

Ellen Murray

Date and Time:

Fourth Saturday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

LUNCH BUNCH

AAUW friends meet monthly for lively conversation and interesting food in a variety of area restaurants.

Chairs:       

Sue Garland, Judith Schmidt

Date and Time: 

Second Thursday, 11:30 a.m.

MYSTERY

Whether you prefer cozies or hard-boiled, we are sure to have something to please you.

Chair:

Sharon Ruda

Date and Time:

Fourth Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.

PINOCHLE

Join us for a fun afternoon of pinochle! All skill levels are welcome.

Chairs:    

Maise Fahsl

Date and Time:

Third Thursday, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

POLICY MATTERS

This is a new interest group to create an on-going forum for consideration of local, state and national policy matters.

Chairs: 

Julie Krehbiel, Mary Lou McLaughlin, Lee Patton

Date and Time: 

TBD

QUILTING

Join the group – learn how to quilt, expand your knowledge of this early American craft, share your personal expertise, and enjoy the company of AAUW friends while creating lovely new projects.

Chair: 

Diana Stevens

Date and Time: 

First Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

STITCHERY - AFTERNOON

Our group gets together for conversation and camaraderie and for members to work on a current sewing or other creative project.  Some do cross-stitch, knitting, embroidery, and photo albums.  Join us for a relaxing afternoon as we return to the old-fashioned coffee klatsch.

Chair: 

Judith Schmidt

Date and Time: 

Second Thursday, 2:00 p.m.

STITCHERY - EVENING

Bring a craft or stiching project and enjoy an afternoon of scoializing and fun.

Chair: 

Pat Veseling

Date and Time: 

Second Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.