President's Newsletter - September, 1998

              OTHER DATES TO MARK ON YOUR CALENDER
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Duffield Branch - Turkey Supper
Duffield Hall, Duffield, AB
September 26,1998; 5: 00 - 7: 00 pm
Tickets: $ 5: 00
Please Call: Pat Scott ( 403) 852- 2532
( Proceeds go to the purchase of a blanket warmer
for the Cross Cancer Treatment Centre)
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Belvedere Branch
5 0 t h Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, August 29,1998 at 2: 00 PM
A Tea and Program are planned
World Rural Women's Day
October 15,1998
The first World Rural Women's Day was held on Oct. 15, 1996 to highlight the part played
by women in rural and agricultural development worldwide. The aim is to present a positive image
of rural women and their work through effective networking which empowers small farmers and
entrepreneurs and strengthens their role in agricultural decision- making.
The day is designed to increase awareness and gain recognition for the contribution made by
rural women to producing food, managing natural resources, creating jobs and raising the next
generation. We urge our member societies to make preparations for celebrating World Rural
Women's Day. ( From: Countrywomen July- September, 1998)
World Food Day, October 16,1998
FALL COUNCIL MEETING
September 28 - 30, 1998
September 28, 1998 - Executive
September 29 and 30, 1998 - Council
Council members will receive an information package before this date so you can be prepared
with questions or concerns. Council and executive welcome suggestions, concerns and ideas that will
benefit the organization. How about ideas for sales items?
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Mae Deans has been in the office during the summer for your convenience. No holidays were
taken this year due to staff changes.