DON’T FORGET OUR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE!!!

BRING A FRIEND AND ENJOY THE EVENING!

SEE YOU THERE!

Hope you all had a great summer so far and enjoyed all that the North Country has to offer in the warmer months!  We at the OSC are excited to for a brand new year and lots of fun!  If you didn’t have a chance to see us at our table at Mountainfest make sure to come to our Summer Membership Drive, we would love to say hello and talk about the year ahead, it is also a great time to join the club and sign up for sub-clubs and volunteer opportunities!

 

A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT–

Can you believe it is already August? The Summer is just flying by way to fast!

 We are excited to announce the upcoming  Membership BBQ; “Party on the Porch” on August 24 at the Hillside Lodge from 6:30-8:30.  Evite’s soon to come so be checking those inboxes!

We are still in need of a few positions so if you are interested, please contact me; eodairborne@yahoo.com or 678-371-0394 for more information.                Until next time….

 – Paige

 

SEPTEMBER LUNCHEON — Join us as we KICK-OFF the 2011-2012 year with our BACK TO SCHOOL luncheon!!!  Come wearing your school colors! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!!!

MEMBERSHIP NEWS — It’s that time of year to start thinking about joining the OSC again!!!  Please join us at our upcoming Membership Drive or Super Sign-up to become a member OR you can simply print and fill out our 2011-2012 Membership Form and send to our Membership Chairs.  Email them for more information.   CLICK HERE FOR A MEMBERSHIP FORM

VOLUNTEER CORNER — We are always looking for folks to volunteer.  Whether it is for the Craft Fair, our Annual Silent Auction or even our Executive Board, we know our greatest asset is YOU!!!  We are still looking for some folks to round-out our 2011-2012 Board CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.    

UPCOMING EVENT — Don’t miss out on our Annual MEMBERSHIP DRIVE at Remington Lodge!  Sign up for the Club and enjoy some great food, great company and of course, win some fantastic prizes!!!  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION 

2011-2012 YEAR OF EVENTS — CLICK HERE for our SAVE THE DATE for upcoming luncheons and fundraising events!

SOCIAL MEDIA — We will be turning our OSC Facebook Page into a GROUP Page that you and your friends can LIKE !!  Be on the look out for that in the next few weeks!

CRAFT FAIR — Can you believe it? We’re already thinking about Craft Fair!  The reason why, is because this is our BIGGEST and most highly anticipated event all year!  What a great way to shop for loved ones and it is also a great opportunity to volunteer!   CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

PCSing? Already Moved? – Just click the link below to unsubscribe you to this e-newsletter… Until we meet again!

Thank-you to everyone for a great 2010-2011 year!  It was wonderful to hand out our Scholarships and Welfare this past May to some extremely deserving students and organizations!  And now school is letting out and block leave is coming up!!!  ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!  But don’t forget that when you come back we would LOVE for you to become a member for our 2011-2012 Season!!!!

We look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones, until then, have a GREAT SUMMER and make sure to read this e-newsletter and click on the links for some updated and important information from the club…and as always we are looking for some GREAT volunteers!!!

HERE’S TO OUR 2010-2011  SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS!!!

 

 

A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT–

I want to begin this letter by saying “thank you” for supporting and encouraging me to run as the 2011-2012 OSC President. I look forward to this year be full of laughter, new friendships and making memories.

I am ready to kick Summer off by slaving over a hot grill flipping burgers for Mountain Fest followed by the “Welcome Back” membership BBQ in August. Along with our Summer activities we are busy planning our first luncheon in September….stay tuned for more information.

 Happy Summer, y’all! — Paige

 

MEMBERSHIP NEWS — It’s that time of year to start thinking about joining the OSC again!!!  Please join us at our upcoming Membership Drive or Super Sign-up to become a member OR you can simply print and fill out our 2011-2012 Membership Form and send to our Membership Chairs.  Email them for more information.   CLICK HERE FOR A MEMBERSHIP FORM

VOLUNTEER CORNER — We are always looking for folks to volunteer.  Whether it is for the Craft Fair, our Annual Silent Auction or even our Executive Board, we know our greatest asset is YOU!!!  We are still looking for some folks to round-out our 2011-2012 Board CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.     Also, This THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2011 is Mountainfest, and it isn’t too late to help out!  Please contact our First VP Ana A. for more information (email listed under the BOARD tab on our website)

 UPCOMING EVENT — Don’t miss out on our Annual MEMBERSHIP DRIVE at Remington Lodge!  Sign up for the Club and enjoy some great food, great company and of course, win some fantastic prizes!!!  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION 

2011-2012 YEAR OF EVENTS — CLICK HERE for our SAVE THE DATE for upcoming luncheons and fundraising events!

SOCIAL MEDIA — We will be turning our OSC Facebook Page into a GROUP Page that you and your friends can LIKE !!  Be on the look out for that in the next few weeks!

CRAFT FAIR — Can you believe it? We’re already thinking about Craft Fair!  The reason why, is because this is our BIGGEST and most highly anticipated event all year!  What a great way to shop for loved ones and it is also a great opportunity to volunteer!   CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

PCSing? Already Moved? — Let us know and we’ll gladly unsubscribe you to this e-newsletter… Until we meet again!

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!

From the 2010-2012 OSC Board!

Welcome to May in the North Country!  Not much different than March or April, right?  Don’t worry, we promise the sun will shine again!  And we are certain it will shine down upon our scholarship and welfare recipients!!We are so excited to share this news with you!

And don’t forget…the MAY LUNCHEON  is at the fabulous and historic BLACK RIVER VALLEY CLUB! Please join us to say congratulations to these fine students, say good-bye to our old board and install the new 2011-2012 board! 

There will be ONE MORE e-newsletter before the end of the year, so keep your eyes peeled!

A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT:      

As I sit in front of my computer to write my final President’s note, I find a lot of memories from the year coming back to me.  I will be honest, there are good and bad.  But the good far exceed the bad.  Working at Mountainfest, our lunches after board meetings, the Craft Fair, our joint luncheon at Christmas with the ESC, the Silent Auction; I could go on and on. 

Nothing comes close to the true friendships I have made through the OSC.  I have learned that I have friends I can count on through thick and thin, who understand what it means to be an “Army Wife” and all that comes with it.  This is something I will carry with me forever.

I have reinforced my belief that giving back to others is important.  I am proud we were able to give so much this year to others.  As an organization, we were able to give $13,000 to scholarships and welfare recipients.  This is something to be proud of and I know in the future those numbers will increase as the OSC grows.

The Officers’ Spouses’ Club will be in wonderful hands.  Paige has a great attitude; she is excited to be your new President and is ready to bring fresh ideas to this organization.  I know the 2011-2012 year for the OSC will be very successful with her at the helm.

Thank you for allowing me to serve as your President this year.

Teri-Gene

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE VOLUNTEER CORNER   – We will be making a presentation to the top OSC Volunteer at the May Luncheon! Good luck to all who volunteered!

 

MONTHLY FUN

Each month we will feature our members’ Birthdays !  We remember in case you forget!

 MAY BIRTHDAYS

Jane Bresko                        1-May

Shari Dailey                         6-May

Sandra Perez                     9-May

Sharon Nagler                   10-May

Jessica Borg                        12-May

Camey McGurk                 12-May

Diana  Helwig                     13-May

Pikkwan  Boston               18-May

Karen Drozd                       18-May

Kate Beckage                     20-May

Eileen Vasenko                 21-May

Maria Roche                       24-May

Laura Gillette                     25-May

Jen Doiron                          27-May

Mary Payant                      27-May

Jenn Lewis                          29-May

Stephanie Akin                 29-May

 JUNE BIRTHDAYS

Sarah Lorenzen                 3-Jun

Sherry Fields                      13-Jun

Mikyong Clara Rouleau  24-Jun

Beth Dudley                       29-Jun

 

March came in like a Lion and went out like a Lion!  But that is nothing new in the North Country, so get out there and enjoy the SNIRT! (Snow and Dirt).    It is time to look forward to the beautiful Spring weather, for flowers to begin blooming and the weather to warm up a bit! (We hope!) 

These last few months  are busy for the OSC as we are heading into our last luncheons of the season, committees are meeting to decide Scholarship and Welfare alottments and we have our elections and installation of a new board!   Please scroll down below to “Meet the Candidates” and also consider running yourself, we still have some open positions!

And don’t forget…this month’s luncheon is at the fabulous and historic BLACK RIVER VALLEY CLUB!  Additionally, we will be holding elections that day as well!

A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT:      

It is now April and officially Spring.  As this board’s time winds down, it is time to think of our board for the 2011-2012 year.  Candidates will be presented at the April luncheon, so please be there if possible.  It is also time for Scholarship and Welfare funds to be awarded.  We will do this at our May luncheon as well as install our new board.  So, save the date, Monday May 16^th at the Commons.

Our April luncheon will be a little different.  Due to several requests to move the luncheon because of Spring Break, we have made some adjustments.  The luncheon is now on April 13^th at the Black River Valley Club as the Commons was fully booked.  The menu looks great and of course we will have our yearly Bingo with terrific prizes available.  Check your evite for the full details.  We hope to see you there in your favorite hat for our “Tea Party Bingo”.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

APRIL LUNCHEON INFORMATION — make sure to RSVP to our Tea Party BINGO  luncheon!   We will have some great prizes up for grabs, and we’re in a NEW (to us) historic  location!  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

MEET the CANDIDATES!  — CLICK HERE TO MEET YOUR CANDIDATES FOR THE 2011/2012 OSC BOARD

STILL LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES!  Are you interested in helping make the OSC better than ever?  Are you an energetic go-getter who loves to volunteer?  The OSC has so many great opportunities to get involved and we are letting you know that we WANT YOU!  Make sure to click on the LINKS for position descriptions! CLICK HERE FOR AN APPLICATION 

**CURRENTLY CORR. SECRETARY & TREASURER are still open

Click on the links for Executive Board Positions and Appointed Board Positions to learn more!  (see below)

EXECUTIVE BOARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

APPOINTED BOARD POSITIONS DESCRIPTIONS 

 

THE VOLUNTEER CORNER   – Don’t forget to log your hours in order to be eligible to win these great prizes!!!!   CHECK THESE OUT!  ***THIS IS THE LAST MONTH TO GET THOSE HOURS IN!!!

AND THIS ONE!

 

MONTHLY FUN

Each month we will feature our members’ Birthdays and Anniversaries!  We remember in case you forget!

April Birthdays

Deana Simpson                 5-Apr

Gillian Regal                        7-Apr

Stephanie Taylor              10-Apr

Rebecca Yarros                 13-Apr

Lu Anderson                      15-Apr

Shellaine Kiser                   15-Apr

Lisa Packer                          17-Apr

Kellee Clark                        18-Apr

Poncie  Lewallen              18-Apr

Delia Swords                      20-Apr

Jennifer  McFarland        21-Apr

Jacqueline Ferguson       22-Apr

Amanda (Mandi)  Love  23-Apr

Lisa Sweet                           23-Apr

Barbara Webber               24-Apr

Amanda Manley               28-Apr

Marie Wardrobe              29-Apr

Angie Dente                       30-Apr

Beatrice Horne                  30-Apr

 

April  Anniversaries

Nichole & Lance Holobowicz                       7-Apr

Michelle & Don Walpole                               14-Apr

Beatrice & George Horne                             16-Apr

Teri-Gene & Curt Conlin                               21-Apr

Cindy & Bill Burleson                                       21-Apr

Karen & John Drozd                                        21-Apr

Amanda & Roberto Manley                         22-Apr

Maria & Ken Riddle                                         22-Apr

Catherine & Edward Bailey                          22-Apr

Kellee & Terry Clark                                        27-Apr

 

 

SUB-CLUBS

Don’t forget that being a member of the OSC also gives you the opportunity to join other great sub-clubs!  Check back each month for information about your favorites and see what they are up to!

Can you believe it is March 1st already?  February went by so quickly and March is roaring in like a lion!  We can only hope that it does indeed go out like a lamb!  

We have a LOT of news this month so make sure you read this email and click all the links! 

A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT:      

Spring will be here soon, I promise.  This has been a typical Northern NY winter and I for one will be happy to see the green grass and tulips soon.

Our Silent Auction in February was very successful.  Not only that, but those who attended had a great time.  Make sure to check out photos from the event!  Thank you to Jodi Kemple and Kimberley Williams for the outstanding job they did on this event.

I would be remiss if I ignored the cancellation of the OSC/ESC Merger vote.  As I stated in the letter to the OSC members, the process must be done correctly according to our constitution and by-laws.  I want to thank you for your understanding and support in the decision that was made.

With Spring comes the time to think about our next board.  If you would like more information on the positions, please get in touch with our Parliamentarian Jennifer Goubeaux.    Being a part of the board is a rewarding experience, a chance to learn how an organization if run and a time you will never forget. 

 We are in the home stretch for the 2010-2011 OSC year.  Our upcoming and final luncheons are going to be a LOT of fun!   March is a Mardi Gras celebration, April will be a Southern Tea Party and of course our annual Scholarship luncheon in May.  I am hoping you will be able to attend and enjoy the camaraderie that the OSC offers to us.  Because as the saying goes, you can never have too many friends. 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MEMBERSHIP NEWS!  — if you have a friend that has been wanting to join and hasn’t yet, or you know a few spouses who would really enjoy our club, let them know — MEMBERSHIP has been PRORATED for the rest of the year…it is only a $12.50 Membership Fee for the REST OF THE YEAR!  (We still have some of our best events to come!)  CLICK HERE FOR A MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

MARCH LUNCHEON INFORMATION — make sure to RSVP to this fun Mardi Gras Celebration luncheon!   There will be a prize for the person dressed up with the most Mardi Gras “spirit”! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

 WELFARE INFORMATION – We will be collecting NEW children’s books at the March Luncheon.  These books will be donated to the Children’s Clinc of Watertown.   To learn more about the Children’s Clinic in Watertown, check out their website.  http://www.childrens-clinic.org/index.php     PLEASE NOTE!!!!  We are  still accepting application for Welfare distribution DEADLINE March 31, 2011! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION–  We are STILL accepting Scholarship applications through March 31, 2011!  Please go to our Forms Tab and print out a form !!! Don’t Miss out on this Incredible Opportunity!  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

A CALL FOR CANDIDATES!  — Are you interested in helping make the OSC better than ever?  Are you an energetic go-getter who loves to volunteer?  The OSC has so many great opportunities to get involved and we are letting you know that we WANT YOU!  Make sure to click on the LINKS for position descriptions! CLICK HERE FOR AN APPLICATION

2011-2012 Ft. Drum Officers’ Spouses’ Club Elections
Elections for the Ft. Drum Officers’ Spouses’ Club 2011-2012 Executive Board will take place at the April Luncheon.  Active Members who are interested in running for one of these positions should submit to the Parliamentarian, Jennifer Goubeaux, the following: a short “bio” on the candidate, a picture of the candidate, and a completed Resume/Application (the Resume/Application form can be downloaded from the OSC website, fdosc.com, by clicking on the “Forms” link).  The “bio” and picture will be distributed to the Membership at the April Luncheon prior to the election. Candidate submissions can be send to Jennifer Goubeaux at ngoubeaux@msn.com or 8121 Gray Wolf Dr., Ft. Drum, NY 13603.  If there are any questions, please contact Jennifer at 315-405-4338 or ngoubeaux@msn.com.  

DEADLINE:  Candidate submissions are due by March 31st and can be sent to Jennifer Goubeaux at ngoubeaux@msn.com or 8121 Gray Wolf Dr., Ft. Drum, NY 13603.

The elected Executive Board positions include the following:

1. President
2. First Vice-President
3. Second Vice-President
4. Recording Secretary
5. Treasurer
6. Parliamentarian

CLICK FOR

EXECUTIVE BOARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

 

2011-2012 Ft. Drum Officers’ Spouses’ Club President-Elect Appointed Positions
The new 2011-2012 President-elect will appoint a new Parliamentarian and new Standing Committee Chairpersons for the 2011-2012 Governing Board.  Active members who are interested in applying for these appointed positions should submit a completed Resume/Application (the Resume/Application form can be downloaded from the OSC website, fdosc.com, by clicking on the “Forms” link) to Jennifer Goubeaux at ngoubeaux@msn.com or 8121 Gray Wolf Dr., Ft. Drum, NY 13603.  These Resume/Applications will be passed on to the new President-elect at the April Luncheon.  If there are any questions, please contact Jennifer at 315-405-4338 or ngoubeaux@msn.com.

DEADLINE:  Candidate submissions are due by March 31st and can be sent to Jennifer Goubeaux at ngoubeaux@msn.com or 8121 Gray Wolf Dr., Ft. Drum, NY 13603.

The appointed Board Positions include the following:

1. Parliamentarian
2. Historian
3. Membership
4. Ways and Means
5. Welfare
6. Reservations
7. Hospitality
8. Publicity
9. Scholarships
10. Social
11. Volunteer & Donation Coordinator
12. Fundraising

CLICK FOR

APPOINTED BOARD POSITIONS DESCRIPTIONS 

 

THE VOLUNTEER CORNER   – Don’t forget to log your hours in order to be eligible to win these great prizes!!!!   CHECK THESE OUT!

AND THIS ONE!

 

MONTHLY FUN

Each month we will feature our members’ Birthdays and Anniversaries!  We remember in case you forget!

March Birthdays

Tricia   Loeb                2-Mar

Elizabeth Cardinale     5-Mar

Karyn Mintz               9-Mar

Judy    Moore              10-Mar

Erika    Peter                10-Mar

Joanne Babbitt            18-Mar

KimberleyWilliams     21-Mar

Lori Ashley                     24-Mar

March Anniversaries

Jodi  & Mike Kemple              2-Mar

Sheryl  & Jeff Abbott              8-Mar

Cathy& Jason  Bruce               14-Mar

Jessica & Jason Borg                16-Mar

Jane & Christopher Bresko     23-Mar

Jean& Francis MacDonald     27-Mar

Ana & Jason Adams                  30-Mar

SUB-CLUBS

Don’t forget that being a member of the OSC also gives you the opportunity to join other great sub-clubs!  Check back each month for information about your favorites and see what they are up to!

In case you haven’t noticed…It’s COLD outside!  Sub-zero temperatures are a chilly reminder that we’re in the North Country and winter’s worst is still to come! Uh-Oh!   So come and warm-up with us as we patiently await the warmer months with our last four events of the year! 

CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT???

 We have our February Silent Auction, March Luau Bingo, April Casino Night and then the presentation of awards in May!  Did you hear that? May, warmer months and flowers…ahhhhhhhh  (I need not remind you it snowed on Mother’s Day last year!)

We hope you had a great holiday break and worked off all of your Christmas Cookies with some Zumba during the January Luncheon!  Thank-you to all who attended!  Check out photos from the event in our photos tab.

A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT:      

I hope that this note finds you all well.  I find in our home we are back to a normal routine after the Holiday craziness.  The OSC has had a wonderful year so far.  But we are not done yet, there is plenty more to come.  

This month brings our final fundraiser for the 2010-2011 Season, the Annual Silent Auction.  Kim and Jodi have worked hard getting donations and setting this event up.  I am sure we will be successful in raising a lot of money for our Welfare and Scholarship Fund.  Brigades again are stepping up to donate to the event and again many local businesses are being generous.  Please consider joining us the evening of February 11^th at the Commons.  Bring your spouse or attend with a group, tables can be reserved for large groups.  Just let Reservations know with an email.  I am hoping to see many of you that evening!

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

MEMBERSHIP NEWS!  — if you have a friend that has been wanting to join and hasn’t yet, or you know a few spouses who would really enjoy our club, let them know — MEMBERSHIP has been PRORATED for the rest of the year…it is only a $12.50 Membership Fee for the REST OF THE YEAR!  (We still have some of our best events to come!)

SILENT AUCTION NEWS! — We are so excited to present our Annual Evening Silent Auction this year!  We have received a great response from local businesses and we have received some wonderful donations!  In addition to the amazing baskets up for grabs there will be some great packages like Cooking Classes, Tickets to the Symphony, and Sporting events available for bid!  Don’t miss out on the fun and a great night out!  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

WELFARE REPORT – At January’s luncheon, we raised $115, plus sports equipment donations, for The Children’s Home of Jefferson County.  Thank-you so much for your generosity!  Also, we are accepting welfare applications!!! Please go to our Forms Tab and print out a form!

SCHOLARSHIP REPORT –  We are currently accepting Scholarship applications!  Please go to our Forms Tab and print out a form !!! Don’t Miss out on this Incredible Opportunity!

 THE VOLUNTEER CORNER   – As you all know,  to thank our volunteers we will be presenting the top two General Membership Volunteers with the most hours contributed to the Officers’ Spouses’ Club with a gift. Pamela Oeschger (The Madison Gallery) has personally, beautifully handcrafted and donated two pieces of jewelry.  Make sure to log your hours!!!

CHECK THESE OUT!

AND THIS ONE!

PLEASE CLICK ON THE VOLUNTEER LINK for information on Volunteer Opportunities! The latest event is our upcoming SILENT AUCTION!  And remember, we are always looking for a few good spouses to lend their expertise in any way! 

MONTHLY FUN

Each month we will feature our members’ Birthdays and Anniversaries!  We remember in case you forget!

February Birthdays

 Shiguella  Harvey                    1-Feb

Karen  Ruedisueli                    2-Feb

Maria   Mogg                            6-Feb

Tracy   Bannister                     8-Feb

Renata Gentil Kuhner             9-Feb

Mildred  Lopez                        17-Feb

Witney  Dupree                       18-Feb

Mary    Gauvin                        19-Feb

Nicole  Williams                      22-Feb

Anniversaries

Jen & Web Wright                  13-Feb

Kristin & Erik Peterson          14-Feb

Tricia & Andrew Loeb            15-Feb

Vickie & Scot  Snively            16-Feb

SUB-CLUBS

Don’t forget that being a member of the OSC also gives you the opportunity to join other great sub-clubs!  Check back each month for information about your favorites and see what they are up to!

 As I write this the snow is REALLY coming down!  Welcome to the North Country and Welcome to Winter!!! 

 Just a quick thank-you to everyone that came out to our November Luncheon and to also support our 20th Annual Craft Fair!  We Raised over $8000.00 !!!!  That $8000.00 goes towards Scholarships & Welfare at the end of the year!  That is  just the beginning, we still have some great events lined up that will contribute even more!

By the way…in case you haven’t seen the links on Facebook, the Live TV Spots, Radio Interviews or Newspaper Features, then we’ll let you know… the Officers’ Spouses’ Club is making quite a splash this year!  And our next THREE events are going to be FANTASTIC! 

Our “Joint ESC/OSC Holiday Luncheon” is coming up extremely fast so make sure to respond to your E-Vite!  And our Holiday Tour of Homes is going to be FANTASTIC!  Can’t wait to see you there!!!  Also, make sure you make it too our HUGE Kick-off to the New Year at our January Luncheon!

A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT:      

The first snow of the year has arrived, just in time for the Holiday season.  The holidays are such a busy time for all of us.  But I hope you can find some time to join us for our December events.  On Wednesday, December 8th at 11:00 am we are joining the ESC for a Holiday luncheon and on Sunday, December 12th from 1:00-5:00pm we are jointly hosting with the ESC the Holiday Tour of Homes on Fort Drum.  Please consider taking some time out from your busy schedule to participate, it is a great way to get into the Holiday spirit.

I’m also excited to announce that we have completely revamped our Luncheon schedule and menus!!!  Starting with the December Luncheon you’ll notice that we have more choices and they are dishes we’ve never offered in the past!  And 2011 is going to be even more exciting!  We’re kicking off with Yoga & Zumba to make us stick to those New Year’s Resolutions, then on to our Evening Black & White Silent Auction, A Hawaiian Luau Bingo and we’re working on amping up our Annual Scholarship Luncheon!  We’re injecting a whole lot of energy & excitment to 2011!!!

On behalf of the OSC Board, we wish all of you and your families a safe and joyous holiday.

 

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE LBB IS HERE!!! — What is the LBB?  Why the ”Little Black Book”  of course!!! We’ll be handing out the Membership Directory (Little Black Book) to our members at the upcoming December Luncheon!   If you joined the OSC after our information deadline, DON’T WORRY, you will be published in an addendum that we will email to everyone in Februrary!!!

TREASURER’S REPORT – Thank-you all for attending our Holiday Craft Fair!  This year we raised over $8000.00 to go towards our Scholarship & Welfare Fund! Congratulations everyone!

WELFARE REPORT — There will be no collection during the ESC/OSC Luncheon.  We will resume our welfare at the January Luncheon and will be collecting monetary donations to the Children’s Home of Jefferson County.  *We are waiting to see if there are any additional items they need.

SCHOLARSHIP REPORT — We are accepting scholarship applications earlier this year!  Starting this January 2011 go to our Scholarship Tab and print out a form !!! Don’t Miss out on this Incredible Opportunity!

 

THE VOLUNTEER CORNER   – As you all know,  to thank our volunteers we will be presenting the top two General Membership Volunteers with the most hours contributed to the Officers’ Spouses’ Club with a gift. Pamela Oeschger (The Madison Gallery) has personally, beautifully handcrafted and donated two pieces of jewelry.  Make sure to log your hours!!!

CHECK THESE OUT!

AND THIS ONE!

PLEASE CLICK ON THE VOLUNTEER LINK for information on Volunteer Opportunities! The latest event is our upcoming TOUR OF HOMES!  If you haven’t checked out the E-Vite yet, please let us know if you can help in anyway there is still plenty of opportunities!    

MONTHLY FUN

Each month we will feature our members’ Birthdays and Anniversaries!  We remember in case you forget!

January Birthday

Kathleen Buchheit    12th

Tei-Gene Conlin       14th

Kat Elwell                16th

Dana Deckard           21st

Nichole Holobowicz   21st

Callie Villasenor         27th

Anniversaries

Poncie & Jason                1st

Cathy & David Smith          3rd

Melissa & Albert Stiller     14th

Trish & Christopher Downey  18th

Eileen & Daniel Vasenko  19th

Angie & Fred Dente       30th

 

SUB-CLUBS

Don’t forget that being a member of the OSC also gives you the opportunity to join other great sub-clubs!  Check back each month for information about your favorites and see what they are up to!  **All new information sheets for your October meetings are listed in the Sub-Club tab!

AS YOU KNOW  THIS SATURDAY  

NOVEMBER 13, 2010

10AM – 4PM

is our 20th ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR!

Come and shop for some great bargins on Holiday Gifts for Family & Friends!

WE REALLY HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!

REMEMBER!!!This is our biggest fundraiser of the year!  This is what OSC is all about!  The Money from this event goes to helping students and organizations in the surrounding communities!  Come out and support the OSC and help add to our Welfare & Scholarship fund!

In addition we have the QUILT RAFFLE & other great Vendor Raffles going on during the event!!!  Come and take a chance (last year, the person who one the quilt purchased ONE ticket!  Proving you have to be IN it to WIN it!)

CLICK HERE TO GET A MAP TO OUR EVENT!

CLICK HERE FOR THE CRAFT FAIR POSTER FOR MORE INFORMATION

**Check out the LINK to WWNY-TV (Watertown) and see our own Jodi Kemple, Craft Chair, promote our 20th Annual Event!

http://www.wwnytv.com/news/ftdrum/Noon-Interview-Craft–Antique-Fair-106897594.html

 

QUILT RAFFLE — Check out the fabulous QUILT that the Going to Pieces Quilt Guild has donated to the OSC! We will be selling tickets at our next Luncheon and during the OSC Craft Fair in November right before the BIG DRAWING!!!  Remember, you got to be IN IT to WIN IT!

 

What a great kick-off we had this year with the September Scavenger Hunt!  Make sure to check out photos on our Photo Tab from the event. 

October is a great month, and in-between all the pumpkin-picking, apple pies, and raking of leaves, we thought it was important to remember that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!   The OCTOBER LUNCHEON will be PINK! and we’ll have a guest speaker as well!  Please join us, and remember, in our on-going quest to give back more  to the community-at-large, we will be collecting monetary donations during the luncheon to support the American Cancer Society.  (Members, please be on the lookout for your e-vite and remember, if you want, please bring a friend!  Just make sure you let us know you are bringing a guest!)

A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT:      

It is Fall here in the North Country and our 2010-2011 Officers’ Spouses’ Club year is off to a wonderful start.  Our September luncheon was a great success.  It was wonderful to see familiar faces and to have the opportunity to make some new friends. I also want to extend my thanks  to everyone who showed their support at Super Sign-up!  We can’t wait to welcome the newest members!!!  Just a note,  Black River Valley Club was not able to attend our luncheon as planned to give out memberships to our OSC members, but they will be joining us in either October or November.  So, if you missed the September luncheon, you will still have the opportunity to receive your Black River Valley Club membership, one of the perks to being a member of the OSC.  

 

I wanted to share with you part of a note we received from one of our past Scholarship recipients.  It is why we do what we do! 

 “Please convey on my behalf my great appreciation for the scholarship your club gave me.  I was honored to be chosen.  I will be attending Cazenovia College for Fashion Merchandising” — 2009/2010 Scholarship Recipient, Alayna  Davison

Also please mark your calendars for our 20th Annual Craft & Antique Fair scheduled for Saturday, November 13th at Monti Physical Fitness Center. 

QUILT RAFFLE — Check out the fabulous QUILT that the Going to Pieces Quilt Guild has donated to the OSC!  We are selling tickets for a chance to win this amazing annual donation!  YOU CAN PURCHASE TICKETS TO WIN THIS QUILT at our October or November Luncheon, as well as AT THE PX from 10AM – 2PM the following dates (October 1 & 2; October 15 & 16; October 29 & 30).  And if you miss those dates we will still be selling tickets during the OSC Craft Fair in November right before the BIG DRAWING!!!  Remember, you got to be IN IT to WIN IT!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

REMINDER!!!  If you’re having an event, whether it’s a baby shower, FRG meeting, birthday party or more…for a REFUNDABLE FEE you can borrow numerous items from our Lending Closet.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!!!   – This year is already shaping up to be a great OSC year. Many activities and events are in the works, though without the support of our precious volunteers it couldn’t happen. With that being said we also want to thank our volunteers for all they do. To thank our volunteers we will be presenting the top two General Membership Volunteer with the most hours contributed to the Officers’ Spouses’ Club with a gift. Pamela Oeschger (The Madison Gallery) has personally, beautifully handcrafted and donated two pieces of jewelry. One of the two showcase pieces will go to the top two of our General Membership volunteers with the most hours. To make sure you get in on this, make sure you register and keep your volunteer hours on the myarmyonesource.com website, search for volunteer opportunities with the Fort Drum Officers’ Spouses’ Club and make sure you mark your hours down to be certified. By doing this, you will put yourself in the running for one of these two prizes.    PLEASE CLICK ON THE VOLUNTEER LINK for information on Volunteer Opportunities!  The latest events we need help with?  QUILT RAFFLE sales and the OSC CRAFT FAIR!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

December 8, 2010 — Join OSC/ESC Holiday Event, details to come!

December 12, 2010 – OSC/ESC  Tour of Homes

 

MONTHLY FUN

This month’s recipe will one of the featured recipes in the October Gourmet Club!  If you aren’t in that sub-club, you can still enjoy the delicious goodies they make at home!     CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY OF THE RECIPE!

Also, each month we will feature our members’ Birthdays and Anniversaries!  We remember in case you forget!

October Birthdays

Amy Ward                    October 5th

Jennifer Johnson            October 5th

Amanda Chadwick        October 15th

Kim Davis                     October 17th

Mileva Repasky             October 24th

Vickie Snively               October 28th

Angela Gregerson         October 30th

 

October Anniversaries

Lisa & Erick Sweet           October 11th

Rhonda & David Cyr          October  11th

Kim & Robert Davis           October 22nd

Peggy & Roberto Nunez   October 23rd

 

SUB-CLUBS

Don’t forget that being a member of the OSC also gives you the opportunity to join other great sub-clubs!  Check back each month for information about your favorites and see what they are up to!  **All new information sheets for your October meetings are listed in the Sub-Club tab!