Interlochen Women's Club 

October 7, 2026 At Interlochen Public Library at 11:00 am.

Minutes

A.  Called to Order by Barb Wilson at 11:06 am.

B.  Pledge and Collect by all.

C.  Roll Call by Mary Pike with 23 members in attendance.

D. President's Message, Verta Odziana, was not able to attend.

E.  Vice President's Message, Barb Wilson:  She introduced our newest members and to what department they chose to join. The chairmen of those departments introduced themselves.

Barb announced that the Interlochen Public Library will be doing some renovations and we will have to meet elsewhere in November and December. Before this meeting, Barb arranged to reserve the Golden Fellowship Hall for the November meeting.

F.  Treasurer, Susan Hughes:

           1.  Balance in checkbook today is $3,726.90 and announced that Ida Moody sent a donation of $100.           

           2.  She also stated that dues are $20.  We previously talked about increasing it,  but it did not come to fruition.

G.  1.  Approval of September 2, 2026 minutes, Mary Pike Secretary:

           Motion made by Jayne McPhilimy, seconded by Marsh Gresso and approved by members without changes.

           2.  She asked if everyone has been receiving updated booklet pages, newsletter and correspondence.

           3.  She stated that new members booklets and name tags are on the sign in table, and please check your emails for recent updates.

           4.  Mary reminded members that Deb Moody is our "Mic monitor" for your convenience.

           5.  Mary asked to please turn in your Annual Reports, if not already done.

H.  Department Reports:

           1.  Arts Department, Jayne Mcphilimy announced that there is a field trip to the Almira/Lake Ann museum on Wednesday, October 14 at 11:00 and lunch after.  She will pass around a sign-up sheet.

           2.  Conservation Department, Deb Moody reported that only 5 out of 9 members of her department attended today, mostly due to health issues.

           3.  Education Department, Susan Hughes asked that her department members please meet afterward to discuss the Thanksgiving luncheon and don't forget to vote on November 3rd!

           4.  Home life and Public Affairs, Ruth McKelvey  said her department is hosting today and Nina Wolpe is having hip surgery in November. There are 2-3 absent today.

I.  Associate Boards and Committees:

           1.  Hospitality, Membership and Welcome Committee, Deb Widrigmentioned that our number are up with the latest members.

           2.  Sunshine Fund, Judy Bowmanstated she has $58.50 in the fund and 10 stamps left.  Also, that postage is up to 82 cents!

           3.  a.  Historian and Ways and Means, Susan Hughes reported that there was a committee formed for history readings.  Deb Moody and Judy Gibler will do a report on mothers in the past.  Topics to include Easter and/or Religion, Valentines -"Hot Winner", Girls Town  now call Girls Harbor.  Spoiler alert:  Women were called "Mrs. (so-and-so) and not by their first names, back in the day.

               b.  Nothing to report on Ways and Means.

           4.  Facebook and Website, Pat Thompson said all is up to date.        

           5.  Media Notification, Jayne McPhilimy said she is trying to get notification out the media.  She will be ending her service soon and asked that someone please step up.

           6.  Dean of Department, Barb Wilson stated that all is good.

J.  Old Business:

           1.  Regarding the Bake Sale on November 3rd, Mary Pike will pass around the sign-up sheets for those that were not here last month.  She has post card sized hand outs and some full page posters advertising the bake sale for members if anyone is interested.  More can be printed.  As a reminder, baked goods can be dropped off at the library on  Monday, November 2 before 4 pm.  Also, the 2 large Bake Sale signs for the day of the bake sale are available, if interested.

           2.  Mary Pike will pass around an envelope with the group pictures in it that Pat Thompson so generously arranged for us, please take one if you haven't already.

K.  New Business:

           Review the first 5 Articles of the By-Laws

           a.  Article I - Name of the club,read by Judy Bowman.  Jan Hileswsky motioned and Gina Savioe seconded to change the name to Interlochen Women's Club, passed by all members.

           b.  Article II - Object - The purpose of the club, read by Pat Thompson.  Marsha Gresso motioned and Jan Hilwesky seconded to keep it as is, passed by the majority of members.

           c.  Article III - Membership, read by Jayne McPhilimy.  

                       1. Section 1 - Classes.  Deb Widrig motioned and Marsh Gresso seconded to add a 3rd class of "Inactive", membership approved and passed.  Barb Wilson to re-write this Section and review it at the next (special) Board meeting.

                       2.  Section 2 - Membership, Deb Widrig motioned and Jayne McPhilimy seconded to keep as written, membership voted and passed.

                       3.  Section 3 - Life Membership, This to be tabled for discussion by the board at the next (special) Board meeting.         

                       4.  Section 4 - Dues   Motioned by Susan Hghes and seconded by Deb Moody to remove the monetary amount from this section, membership voted and passed.

           d.   Article IV - Officers, read by Deb Moody.

                       1.  Section 1 - Officers Motioned by Deb Widrig, seconded by Gina Savoie to keep as written, voted on by members and passed to keep as written.

                       2.  Section 2 - Term of offices  Motioned by Deb Widrig, seconded by Gina Savioe and voted by membership and passed to keep as written.

                       3.  Section 3 - Eligibility     Motioned by Deb Widrig and seconded by Gina Savioe and voted by membership and passed to keep as written.

                       4.  Section 4 - Vacancies    Motioned by Deb Widrig and seconded by Gina Savioe and voted by membership and passed to keep as written.

           e.  Article V -Duties of Officers, read by Mary Pike.

                       1.  Section 1 - Records  Motioned by Pat Thompson and seconded by Christine Wurst that Annual Reports shall be given to the Secretary and  to remove the reference to the President and add "mentor incoming officers" to this section, membership voted and passed.

                       2.  Section 2 - President   It was decided to table this for the next (special) meeting of the Board.

                       3.  Section 3 - Vice President  Motioned by Jan Hilewsky, seconded by Pat Thompson, membership having voted to leave as written and passed.

                       4.  Section 4 - Treasurer   Motioned by Marsha Gresso, seconded by Jan Hilewsky to table this for the next (special) meeting of the board, membership voted, and passed.  Susan Hughes to re-write.

                       5.  Section 5 - Secretary    Motioned by Pat Thompson, seconded by Jan Hilewsky to leave as written, voted by membership and passed.

L.  Announcements and other:  Hats, mittens, scarves to be brought to the November meeting for the elementary students.  Marsha Gresso will deliver them.

Barb Wilson stated that she would compile a list of restaurants for us to choose from for our December Christmas luncheon.

M.  Adjourned by Vice President, Barb Wilson at 12:16.

Our speaker today is Heather Bricca from Channel 7 & 4 News Weather hosted by the Home Life and Public Affairs Department

The blessing was given by Judy Bowman and then lunch, and after, the speaker.

Respectfully, Mary Pike, Secretary IWC

Interlochen Woman's Club  Meeting Minutes of

May 6, 2026, General Meeting at 11:00 at

Interlochen Public Library

 

A.  Called to order by President, Verta Odziana at 11:03.

B.  Pledge and Collet by all.

C.  Roll Call by Secretary, Mary Pike.

       20 members attended today.

D.  President's message, Verta Odziana:

Verta welcomed new members and announced what department they were assigned to.  The Chairmen of those Departments introduced themselves. Pat Thompson was installed as Director for another 4 year term ending in May 2030.

E.  Vice President's message, Barb Wilson:

       1.  Father Fred donations:  Please place items in the designate area and I will transport to Father Fred.  They are having their last rummage sale this weekend.

       2.  The township has 2 plaques for the picnic table at the township park and will securely attach one of them to the table.  The one they previously placed on the table was stolen..

F.  Secretary Report, Mary Pike:

       1.  She reminded the member of Opal Steele's Celebration of Life is at the Golden Fellowship Hall on May 16th from 2 - 4 pm.  As she was a member in good standing with the club for 63 years and our oldest in age (100), it would reflect well on our club and show respect to her family if we have a good representation at her celebration of life.

       2.  Please sign the "Social Media Policy" if you haven't already.

       3.  Have all of you been receiving the booklet updates, newsletter and communications?

       4.  Before the approval of April 15, 2026 minutes, there was an addendum to these minutes that developed last night, May 5th, 2026, by text.  A vote was taken by the Board to award Lifetime Membership to Pat Thompson, who, according to the By-Laws, qualifies for outstanding service to the club.  The text is attached to these minutes and the Pat was approved by 2/3rd's vote (6 out of 8) for Lifetime Membership.

Approval of April 15, 2026 minutes:  Motion made by  Jayne McPhilimy, Seconded by Gine Savioe, voted on, with the above addition by members and passed.

       5.  Mary also announced that new member booklets and name tags are on the sign-in table and that Deb Moody would be our "Mic Monitor" for a more fluid transfer of the mic to members who speak during the meeting. The Board will use one of the two mics between us.

G.  Treasurer, Susan Hughes:  Balance in check book as of today is $2,398.98 including monies turned in from the Penny Drive and Bottles and Cans and a few donations received since last month.  Money made by the Penny Drive to date is $66.79 and Cans and Bottle drive is $80.45 to date.

H.  Department Reports:

       1.  Arts Department, Jayne Mc Philimy:

There is no speaker today, just a program. Jayne announced that the field trip to the Botanical Gardens will be June 5 at 11:00. We will have a pavilion reserved for lunch (bring your own) and will meet at Menard's for the car pool in the N/E corner of the parking lot at 10:30, or meet us there.

       2.  Conservation Department, Deb Moody:

Not much to report other than Ruth McKelvey  (Home Life and Public Affairs) swapped with Conservation for hosting this year.  Conservation will host in September and Home Life & Public Affairs in October.

       3.  Education Department, Susan Hughes: Nothing to report.

       4.  Home Life and Public Affairs, Ruth Mc Kelvey:

Announced that coffee, tea and coco are available and she welcomed new members to her department.

 

I.  Associate Board and Committee Reports:

       1.  Hospitality, Membership and Welcome Committee, Deb Widrig:

Deb welcomed 6 new members, including Alice Nichols, who rejoined today.

       2.  Sunshine Fund,  Judy Bowman:  Balance in fund as of today $112.80 after collecting $39 at April's meeting.  She explained to new members what her duties are and what the monies are used for.

       3.  Club Historian, Susan Hughes: Nothing to report.

       4.  Facebook and Website, Pat Thompson:  Group pictures will be taken at the June Luncheon, please dress accordingly.  She has re-done the website with a new motif.

       5.  Media Notifications, Jayne McPhilimy:  

She said she would be promoting the Bake Sale in the media.

       6.  Historical Reading by Susan Hughes: Not at this time.

J.  Old Business:

       1.  Bake Sale, Barb Wilson:   We have Tom's reserved for May 19th from 9:00 am to 5:00, or when we run out.  We also have arranged with the library to drop off baked goods on May 18 until 4:00 pm.  Bag Stuffers that were to be given to Tom's for placing in shopping bags will be passed around to members because she feels that most people bag their own items and they wouldn't be used.  Members can pass them out to neighbors, friends and family instead.  Full page flyers are also available. The baked goods sign-up sheet and the shifts roster will be passed around again today.

       2.  Any updates on the plaque on the picnic table at the township park, Barb Wilson:  See E.2. above

       3.  Penny Drive, Mary Pike:  I have more jars to hand out. Please see me if you would like to be responsible and place them around town for us.  It was reported that two more jars are in the storage locker at GFH.  Mary will retrieve them and bring to June luncheon to assign.

       4.  Field Trip to Botanical Gardens, Jayne McPhilimy:  See H. 1.

       5. Changes to By-Laws  Article III, Membership, Section 3:  As voted on and passed at the April 15, 2026 meeting, to qualify for Lifetime membership, members have to have 15+ years of membership in good standing. "Good standing" being 15+ years of continuous membership with dues paid.  We need a member vote to define "in good standing"  and to amend the By- Laws. Motion by: Pat Thompson, Seconded by Barb Wilson, Member vote taken and passed.

Also, we need a member vote to amend the By-Laws to delete "charter member" as we have no charter members.  Definition of Charter Member is: "an original or founding member of an organization".  Motioned by: Deb Widrig,  Seconded by: Jayne McPhilimy, Member vote taken and passed.  The By-Laws will be updated to reflect the above.

K.  New Business:

       1.  Venue for June Luncheon:   With motion made by Pat Thompson, Seconded by Christine Wurst and member vote taken, it was agreed to eat in at the Library. With group pictures being taken, the background would be more appealing. Conservation Department to bring Sloppy Joes,  Arts Department to bring salads, Home Life & Public Affairs to bring desserts and fruit and Education Department to bring Appetizer's. We will s