SICO Newsletter October 2013

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Having endured the heat, the gang gladly

waited for a table at CPK in the air condi-

tioning. As always, the food was delicious

including the key lime pie and the summer

berry parfait.

This was the

most chal-

lenging hole

Ellenappears

to be say-

ing,Stop

laughing,

I cant tee

up!

More picture on page 2.

Calendar of EventsOctober 3rd Meeting at Ruby Tuesday

5:00 p.m. for dinner

Meeting starts at 6:00 p. m.

October 12, 5th Annual American Cancer Society Walk, Richardson Field, 7:00 am

October 18, 19, 20District VI Meeting, Mark your calendars

October 30, Board Meeting, Paesanos Restaurant in Waimalu

November: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

November 7thGeneral Membership Meeting, IHOP Restaurant,

Speaker from the Kroc Center

November 11thVeterans DayParade in Wahiawa

July 28, 2014SIA Convention, Vancouver, BCPlan to attend

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27 Years of Service

October 2013

Always ready to enjoy a good party, SICO

celebrated its 27 years of service having a

blast! There was the Jungle River mini-golf

tournament and dinner after at California

Pizza Kitchen.The mini-golf tournament was won by

President Rene who was only too anxious to

have us try this out! Second place tie went to

Susan Lau and Lorraine Fukumae. Marilyn

Lees distinction was the highest score. The

winners won bags of pizelles and President

Rene gave out her home made pickled cu-

cumbers to everyone. The course proved to

be challenging, utterly goofy with the zigzags

and hard to read greens! Great fun!

The Old Putts start out.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SICO

Share the Light of Soroptimist Service


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Presidents Message

N A MEA HOU

Happy Birthday

Lorraine Fukumae November 30th

Happy Anniversary

Jane Murakami November 5th

Aloha Kakou,

All I can say is, thank you, mahalo, ari-

gato, xie xie, gracias, kahmsahabnida,

salamat, danke, and obrigado! Our SICO members all

give 110% to keep our club moving forward and focused

on our mission. If you werent there for our 27th CharterCelebration, you really missed out! The Leeward Womens

Shelter appreciated your donations. We welcomed new

members, Linda Ah Hee, Meryle Hirotsu, Zoe Tanaka, and

heres hoping for more after that successful Membership

Tea co-chaired by Ellen Kazama and Jane Murakami! It

was so awesome!

Immediate Past President Leona Soto needs our support

with donations for the October 12th Making Strides Against

Breast Cancer. Please kokua!

Also, the Annual District VI Meeting will be on Maui onOct. 18-20, and members are encouraged to attend to repre-

sent our club, meet other Soroptimists, and bring back

some good news.

Finally, heres a number to put in your cell phone: FSP

841-4357. I had a flat tire on the freeway, called FSP, they

arrived in 5 minutes, filled my spare, fixed my flat in 5

minutes. Best part, it was FREE! What a lifesaver!

A hui hou!

Rene Mansho

Marilyn is behind the tree

and Lorraine is saying,

Whered it go?

First, you put your ball

down! says Lorraine.

Like this? Yes, now

you have to hit the ball!

My turn

Full tummies and happy,

smiling faces!


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THE MEMBERSHIP TEA

at Wahiawa Botanical Garden

The serenity of the Wahiawa Botanical Garden was the perfect stage for the Membership Tea. Through the glass walls,

the backdrop was tall trees, lush green ferns, and many different kinds of plants. Best of all on this humid rainy day was

air conditioning.

The intent of The Tea was to introduce interested persons to Soroptimist with the hope that they would join SI Central

Oahu. The intent was fulfilled. SICO has a new member and a potential new member. Tammie Cullen, guest of LeonaSoto, was so impressed that she will be joining SICO and the delegation to the District Meeting in Maui where shell

have the honor of being inducted by Founder Region Governor Dona. Actually, Tammie was a guest at last years Taste

of Hollywood. Rene Tokunagas guest, Cathy Nakahara , who has attended and even helped at several fundraisers is

still contemplating her decision to join SICO.

The Sincerity of Friendship became evident as we were treated

to unexpected guests. Noticing the Soroptimist banner, a couple

attempted to enter our tea room. President Rene greeted them

to find that Dr. Maren Wolk is a Soroptimist from Germany. She

and her husband were visiting the Garden. They were warmly

welcomed and invited to join us and all the good food.

For the formal part of the program, former presidents were as-

signed a variety of topics designed to inform and encourage members and new members.

Guest Speaker DVI Director Lorene Hopkins slide presentation explained the Soroptimist

organization. Lyn Lurbe presented her thoughts on Fulfillment; Jackie Pactol on Friendship;

Leona Soto on Diversity and Networking; Jane Murakami on Leadership and Convenience. President Rene discussed

SICOs programs, agenda and a few personal reflections. As serious as these topics may sound, there was a lot of joking

and laughter. President Rene introduced herself as the leader of this crazy club. By the end of the day, Director Lorene

dubbed us Central Oahu Ward, as in crazy ward! SICO always travels well supplied with food and this was no differ-

ent. There were even door prizes!

Many thanks to Ellen Kazama and Jane Murakami for a well-balanced program and for all the little details that added to

having a great fulfilled day.

Leona, Rene and new member Tammie Cullen Rene is flanked by Dr. Kathy and Cathy Nakahara


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Committee Chairs:

Ann Freed: Program

Lyn Lurbe: Soroptimist Orientation and Leadership Training (SOLT)

Jackie Pactol and Marilyn Lee: Public Awareness and NewsletterRene Tokunaga and Lyn Lurbe: Awards and Reception

Lyn Lurbe, Jane Murakami, Lorraine Fukumae: Fundraising

Ellen Kazama and Rene Mansho: Membership

Leona Soto: Leeward Shelter

Jackie Pactol: Adopt-A-School

Marilyn Lee and Rene Mansho: SICO High School Scholarship

** Lei Ilima Girls Club

** Career/ College Fair for Women/High School Students

Angie Bugarin:Bobby Benson Center

Rene Mansho: Ehime Maru Clean Up

Christmas Fellowship: Lyn Lurbe and Jackie Pactol

**Need a chairperson

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MililaniHI967893102

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Soroptimist Pledge

I Pledge allegiance to Soroptimist and

to the ideals for which it stands,

The Sincerity of Friendship,

The Joy of Achievement,

The Dignity of Service,

The Integrity of Profession,

The Love of Country.

I will put forth my greatest effort to

promote, uphold and defend these ide-

als for a larger fellowship in home, in

society, in business, for country and forGod.

Soroptimist Grace

For the bread upon the board,Make us truly thankful, Lord.

For each one meeting here

Whom our hearts hold close and de

For this day O Lord above

Now accept our grateful love.

Amen

email: [email protected]

Address for President Rene Mansho

www.soroptimist. org

Soroptimist is an international service organization improving the lives of women and girls locally

and throughout the world

Officers and Directors 2013-2014

President: Rene Mansho

President-Elect: Ellen Kazama

Co-Treasurers: Susan Lau and

Lyn Lurbe

Secretary: Jackie Pactol

Directors: Marilyn Lee

Ann Freed

Judy Fomin

Lorraine Fukumae

SICO Newsletter October 2013

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