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Click here for the 2023 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF
The Fountain Hills Women's Club was organized September 1974.
We are a dynamic, growing organization.
Dedicated to helping within the community.
The Fountain Hills Women's Club (FHWC) provides funding for annual scholarships. These scholarships benefit graduating seniors at the Fountain Hills High School, through the Golden Eagle Foundations, and re-entry scholarships for the benefit of women who live or work in Fountain Hills.
The FHWC main fund-raiser is our annual "Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon" to support the scholarship fund.
The FHWC remembers Suzy Ludlow for a generous contribution that has supplemented our annual fundraising event. Suzy was a member and past president at FHWC.
The Fountain Hills Women's Club has made numerous annual contributions to many organizations here in Fountain Hills. They include:
Barbara Higgins - President
Donna Beers - 1st Vice President
Patt Canning - 2nd Vice President
Barbara Muehl - Recording Secretary
Phyllis Muhs - Corresponding Secretary (Sunshine)
Pat Ahrens - Treasurer
Betty Jo Soehlig - Assistant Treasurer
Susan Luzinski - Parliamentarian
Leslie Hermansen - Scholarship
Donna Beers - Directory Editor and Publisher
Phyllis Crump - Newsletter
Susan Luzinski - Parliamentarian
Patt Canniing - Social Media
Barbara Moran - Publicity/Photographer
Carol Goyena - Reservations
Barbara Oehl - Luncheon Menus
Jackie Russo - Table Decorations
Sue Krook - Hostess
Catherine Stob - 50/50 Raffle
Phyllis Crump - Book Club
Joanne Colella - Facebook Marketing
Barbara Higgins/Linda Miles - Members Coffee Chat
Check back for upcoming event dates and more information. All members are welcome.
Fashion Show and Luncheon
Holiday Tea
"Getting to Know You" Coffee Chats
Book Club - Fourth Wednesday
Member Outings
Board Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 9:00 a.m. at the Community Center.
The annual business meeting is held in November in conjunction with the luncheon.
Annual Dues are $25.00 payable by January. Monthly newsletters and a yearly membership directory are included. A magnetic name tag will be given to new members.
Guests are invited to attend up to three of any of our monthly meetings before becoming a member.
As a group of Fountain Hills Women,
We unite in our sisterhood,
And pledge our total commitment
For our Town's common
Good.
We will dedicate ourselves to serve where
Ever the need may be,
And support the worthwhile causes, that
May exist in our Community.
We'll share in each other's friendship,
Work together in harmony,
Encourage all women to join us,
This creed is our testimony.
Karen E. Myers
Luncheons are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Registration and fellowship commence at 11:30 a.m. with lunch served at noon. Luncheons are held at the Community Center (13001 N. La Montana Drive) unless otherwise noted.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to
carolgoyena@gmail.com or
fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
Price of luncheon is $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
January 18, 2023
February 15, 2023
March 15, 2023
April 19, 2023
May 17, 2023
Summer Break
September 20, 2023
October 18, 2023
November 15, 2023
December 20, 2023
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
When: November 15, 2023
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, November 10, 2023. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 13th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, October 10th.
Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our speaker for the November meeting will be Marissa Dailey, Library Manager Fountain Hills. Be sure to attend and learn about all the programs that our library has to offer to all residents of Fountain Hills, and perhaps bring a friend.
From books to movies, to take-home science kits—free tickets to your favorite museum! The 15,000 square-foot facility has more than 36,000 items including adult and children’s books, movies, music, audio books and magazines. All Maricopa County Library District cardholders have access to over 14,000,000 different digital items! The combined Library District’s physical collection contains almost 650,000 items that can be requested and checked out at the Fountain Hills Branch.
We will be making our annual donation to the Extended Hands Food Bank at our November Meeting. All members are requested to bring food or cash donations to the meeting. There is a great need this year and all donations are very much appreciated.
Following our bylaws, a nominating committee consisting of two former Presidents, Pat Ahrens and Linda Miles, along with Donna Beers, our First Vice President submitted a slate of officers for the coming year. Voting of the officers will take place at our November business meeting with a formal installation at our December meeting. The nominations are:
- President
Phyllis Muhs - 1st Vice President
Patt Canning - 2nd Vice President
Shirley Serey - Treasurer
Kimberly Warneke - Assistant Treasurer
Sandi McGee - Recording Secretary
Linda Ney-Salavitch - Corresponding Secretary (Sunshine)
Carol Goyena - Parliamentarian
Treasurer report - Pat Ahrens (Treasurer) and Betty Jo Soehlig (Assistant Treasurer)
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, December 6th. The book is "The Orchid Thief" by Susan Orlean.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: October 18, 2023
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by October 13, 2023. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 13th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by October 13th.
Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our speaker for the October program will be former FBI agent Allyn Wright. Be sure to attend this interesting program, and perhaps bring a friend.
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Allyn R. Wright has spent 35+ years in different levels of Fire, Safety and Security. His career began in New Haven, CT. assigned to several nationwide task forces where he received numerous awards and honors. During his tenure in the Fire Service, he rose to the rank as an EMT, Fire Inspector, Fire Investigator, Captain of the Fire Investigation Unit, Assistant Chief and Chief. He received his training and certification from the Connecticut State Police/State Fire Marshal’s Office, the National Fire Academy (FEMA) and the Federal Law Enforcement Center/US Treasury Dept. (ATF).
Mr. Wright was appointed to the Arson/Fraud Task Force and the Presidential Detail for the U.S. Secret Service South Central Region of Connecticut. As well with the FBI/Arson Task Force-New Haven dealing with Church Bombings. He is also an Adjunct Professor for the Connecticut Criminal Law Foundation, Inc. New Haven Police Academy.
Since retiring from the Fire Service, he has focused all of his experience and expertise in the field of Fire, Safety and Security Management. Mr. Wright is a Private Investigator licensed in the State of New York and is employed with Intelligence Options, LLC. New York, N.Y. He is also a 2020 graduate of the FBI Phoenix Citizens Academy and former Director of Community Outreach for the FBI Phoenix Citizens Academy Alumni Association. Currently he is the President of the FBI Phoenix Citizens Academy Alumni.
Following our bylaws, a nominating committee consisting of two former Presidents, Pat Ahrens and Linda Miles, along with Donna Beers, our First Vice President, will introduce and submit the slate of officers at our October meeting. Nominations can also be taken from the floor. Voting of the officers will take place at our November business meeting with a formal installation at our December meeting.
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, October 25th. The book is "The Secret Life of Sunflowers" by Marta Molnar.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: September 20, 2023
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by September 16, 2023. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 16th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by September 16th.
Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, September 27th. The book is "The Rosie Project" by Graeme Simsion.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
Volunteers needed for 15th Annual Make a Difference Day To all Clubs and Organizations in Fountain Hills: Please pass this on if you are not the contact for your Club or Organization- Thank you! Our 15th Annual “Make a Difference Day” is Saturday October 21st, 2023. Make a Difference Day is a morning where Volunteers are invited to help the most vulnerable residents in our community by providing four hours of Volunteer service at designated work projects. The town is seeking assistance from residents to come out and show our neighbors that “Fountain Hills is the small town with a big heart”. Work projects include kitchen deep cleaning, garage organization, patio cleaning, building wheelchair ramps, minor interior and exterior home repairs, weed control, landscaping trimming, Town Planting Projects and more. Volunteers range from Cub and Daisy scouts to Active Seniors. All interested individuals and groups are encouraged to register.
Please visit www.fountainhillsaz.gov/madd to register today.
Deadline for Volunteer Registration is Friday, October 13th.
Does your club or organization know someone who could benefit from Make a Difference Day? Please let us know- The Deadline for Make a Difference Day Residential Work Project Registration is Thursday, August 31st.
Please do not hesitate to call with any questions, 480-816-5108. Thank you,
Kim Wickland
Volunteer Supervisor
Town of Fountain Hills
p: (480) 816-5108
a: 13001 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
w: www.fountainhillsaz.gov
E: kwickland@fountainhillsaz.gov
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Our Scholarship awards were presented at our May Luncheon on May 17th. Many thanks to the committee, led by Leslie Hermansen and working with her were Phyllis Muhs and Cindi Brubaker. Seven women and two students won the award and were presented with a white rose.
Stay tuned for information about the celebration of our 50th anniversary in February of 2024. We are working on preliminary plans that would include a generous benefactor to help us celebrate this milestone and continue our goals.
Click here for the 2023 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF
The Fountain Hills Women’s Club awards scholarships every year to women returning to school and to women continuing their education. Since 1994, FHWC has awarded 128 scholarships to women in the amount of $223,000. Last year, FHWC awarded more than $13,000.
Applicants must be at least 23 years of age and must either reside in or be employed in Fountain Hills. The application can be downloaded from this website by clicking here. The deadline for submission is April 10. If you have any questions, please contact Leslie Hermansen at lesliehermansen@msn.com.
Pictured at last year’s award luncheon
The Fountain Hills Women's Club April luncheon will be on Wednesday, April 19th at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, April 14th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Stephenie Bjorkman is our speaker for the April meeting.
Stephenie is a lot like the jewelry she sells: colorful, fresh, smart, and always evolving. Like the native gemstones her store is known for, she’s an Arizona original. And as the CEO and president of Sami Fine Jewelry, she is building on the company’s reputation for consistently delighting customers.
Stephenie never expected to sell jewelry, much less run a store ranked among the top in the industry. When Sami Jack, her mother, became ill, Stephenie joined the family business.
They made a formidable team, and Stephenie soon discovered a talent for attracting customers’ attention. Her promotions and in-store events have earned her the title “Queen of Marketing” from Indesign, a magazine covering high-end American designer jewelry retailers. Instore, the industry’s leading trade publication, named Sami Fine Jewelry one of America’s Coolest Stores in 2008.
In 2013, Sami retired, handing the reins to her daughter. As CEO and president, Stephenie maintains the blue-ribbon standards that have distinguished Sami Fine Jewelry for years.
Stephenie will be discussing American gemstone jewelry. She has the first and only American gemstone jewelry gallery in the world.
Her mother Sami Jack, a long time FHWC member and now an honorary member, plans to attend this meeting. Perhaps she will help us learn more about our club as we celebrate our 50th year in 2024.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, April 26th. The book is "Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
A tour of the River of Time Museum
Cheryl Ponzo, Community Center Program Coordinator
Click here for the 2023 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF
The Fountain Hills Women's Club March luncheon will be on Wednesday, March 15th at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, March 10th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our March program will be presented by Cheryl Ponzo, the Community Center Program Coordinator. will share with us the many activities that are offered throughout the year and what goes into the planning process. The Fountain Hills Community Center is the hub of our beautiful town. Throughout the day it is buzzing with excitement through the programs, presentations, and special events that are offered. Have you ever wondered what takes place at our Community Center? It is a place where friendships are made, and truly everyone knows your name.
Plans for our annual fund raiser are in full swing. The Desert Derby Fashion and luncheon will take place on April 2, 2023 at Adero Resort. Members will be contacting local merchants for support. This event has given us the opportunity to support local non profit organizations such as the building of the FH Community center, the library, the FH Community Theater and offering scholarships to high school seniors and women who want to complete their studies.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, March 22nd. The book is "Beautiful Country" by Qian Julie Wang.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Click here for the 2023 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF
The Fountain Hills Women's Club February luncheon will be on Wednesday, February 15th at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, February 10th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our February program will be presented by Lynn Truby has been a music educator in Arizona for over 25 years. She is in her second year at Skyline High School in Mesa where directs the Honor Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band and Marching Band. Lynn spent the first twenty years in AZ at Fountain Hills High School where she was the Fine Arts Dept Head and Director of Instrumental and Vocal Music. She took a music program that was in complete disarray and transformed it into award-winning music groups for their symphonic band, marching band, jazz band, concert choir and jazz choir. She took the Fighting Flock of Falcon Fury to win the AZ State Marching Band Championships in 2018. Lynn enjoys teaching music and leadership to students and has had many former students in leadership roles at all three state university marching bands over the years! She has led several student FH Sister Cities trips overseas and has performed with her music groups both here in the US and internationally. Lynn also plays french horn with the Salt River Brass. Her love of music and for teaching is apparent by her students who she motivates to always be their best self and to persevere!
Plans for our annual fund raiser are in full swing. The Desert Derby Fashion and luncheon will take place on April 2, 2023 at Adero Resort. Members will be contacting local merchants for support. This event has given us the opportunity to support local non profit organizations such as the building of the FH Community center, the library, the FH Community Theater and offering scholarships to high school seniors and women who want to complete their studies.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, February 22nd. The book is "The Indigo Girl: A Novel" by Natasha Boyd.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Presented by the River of Time Museum Cherie Koss, Executive Director, Linda McThrall, Director of Development and our actress Susie Veech.
The Fountain Hills Women's Club January luncheon will be on Wednesday, January 18th at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
Our January program will be presented by Cherie Koss, Director of the River of Time Museum. The presentation will include an introduction to the newly renovated and rebranded River of Time, upcoming programs and opportunities and a visit by a special guest from the past.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, January 13th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Plans for our annual fund raiser are in full swing. The Desert Derby Fashion and luncheon will take place on April 2, 2023 at Adero Resort. Members will be contacting local merchants for support. This event has given us the opportunity to support local non profit organizations such as the building of the FH Community center, the library, the FH Community Theater and offering scholarships to high school seniors and women who want to complete their studies.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, January 25th. The book is "Of Windmills and War" by Diane Moody
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Wreath submitted by the Fountain Hills Women’s Club for the Holiday Celebrations at the Community Center
Donna Beers and Sandi McGee co-chairs
The Fountain Hills Women's Club will celebrate the holidays at their December luncheon on Wednesday, December 21st at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
Our December program will be the Fountain Hills Chorus, under the direction of Matthew Frable, featuring music to get us in the holiday mood. The club will also induct the 2023 slate of officers.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, December 16th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
At the November meeting we presented the Extended Hands Food with a donation of $1,000. The members also brought non perishable items. We have supported this organization since the beginning.
Plans for our annual fund raiser are in full swing. The Desert Derby Fashion and luncheon will take place on April 2, 2023 at Adero Resort. Members will be contacting local merchants for support. This event has given us the opportunity to support local non profit organizations such as the building of the FH Community center, the library, the FH Community Theater and offering scholarships to high school seniors and women who want to complete their studies.
Our Holiday Tea will take place December 14th, 2022 at 11am at the Crown and Glory Tea Room in Fountain Hills. Tickets are $48.00. Tickets can still be obtained by contacting Betty Jo Sooehlig at 602 361 5562. Guests are very welcome to join us.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, January 25th. The book is "Of Windmills and War" by Diane Moody
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Donna Beers and Sandi McGee co-chairs
Our November 16, 2022 meeting will be at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, November 11th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our speaker will be Roxanne Boryczki of AZ Trails Travel. She will be speaking to us about post-covid smart traveling and give us tips on new places to vacation. Roxanne, along with her husband, Hank, and their many advisors are specialists in helping you have the vacation of a lifetime. Their accreditations are many!
We will be making our annual donation to the Extended Hands Food Bank at our November Meeting. All members are requested to bring food or cash donations to the meeting. There is a great need this year and all donations are very much appreciated.
November is our yearly business meeting. The new slate of officers will be voted on during the November Business Meeting. The installation of our new officers will be announced and introduced:
Barbara Higgins - President
Donna Beers - 1st Vice President
Patt Canning - 2nd Vice President
Pat Ahrens - Treasurer
Betty Jo Soehlig - Assistant Treasurer
Barbara Muehl - Recording Secretary
Phyllis Muhs - Corresponding Secretary (Sunshine)
Treasurer report - Pat Ahrens
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, December 7th. The book is "Diamond Eye" by Kate Quinn
Our Holiday Tea will take place December 14th, 2022 at 11am at the Crown and Glory Tea Room in Fountain Hills. Tickets are $48.00, TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT OUR November meeting or by contacting Betty Jo Soehlig at 602 361 5562. Guests are very welcome to join us.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Donna Beers and Sandi McGee co-chairs
Our October 19, 2022 meeting will be at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, October 14th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our speaker will be Tammy Bell, President of the Fountain Hills Civic and Cultural Association (FHCCA). Tammy has been a resident of Fountain Hills for over 17 years. She is a wife and mother of two daughters. She considers herself a professional volunteer and is currently president of the Fountain Hills Cultural and Civic Association. Tammy will be speaking on the Association which the Fountain Hills Women’s Club is now a part of.
Check out the FHCCA newsletter for information on our community.
Following our bylaws a nominating committee consisting of two former Presidents, Linda Miles and Pat Ahrens, and Donna Beers our First Vice President, submitted a slate of officers to be submitted at our October meeting. Nominations can also be taken from the floor. Voting of the officers will take place at our November business meeting.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Book Club will be held Wednesday, October 26th at 1pm. The book is "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles.
The Fountain Hills Women’s Club donated $1500 to the Fountain of Light sculpture program for a FHWC founders’ plaque to be installed on the base of the sculpture.
Our Holiday Tea will take place December 14th at 11am at the Crown and Glory Tea Room in Fountain Hills. Tickets are $48.00, TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT OUR October and November meeting or by contacting Betty Jo Sooehlig at 602 361 5562. Guests are very welcome to join us.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out.
Our September 21, 2022 meeting will be at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $22 cash or check.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com.. Please reply by Friday, September 16th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
There will not be a speaker at this meeting since all our members have not yet returned, but we are still planning a fun an interesting meeting. So join us and enjoy a friendly game of Bingo.
Did you know...
A game of chance named lotto was being played in Italy by about 1530. In 18th-century a home version (called Tombola) was created in Naples with the addition of cards, tokens and the calling out of numbers. In the nineteenth century a game like this was widely played in Germany to teach children spelling, animal names and multiplication tables.
The French game Le Lotto appeared in 1778, featuring 27 squares in a layout of three rows and nine columns. Five squares in each row had numbers ranging from 1 through 90, which led to the modern design.
In the early 1920s, Hugh J. Ward created and standardized the game at carnivals in and around Pittsburgh and the Western Pennsylvania area. He copyrighted it and published a rule book in 1933.
The game was further popularized by Edwin Lowe. While at a traveling carnival near Atlanta in December 1929 the toy merchandiser saw people eagerly playing a game called "Beano" following Ward's rules, with dried beans, a rubber stamp, and cardboard sheets. Lowe took the game to New York where friends liked playing it. The Lowe-produced Bingo game had two versions, a 12-card set for $1.00 and a $2.00 set with 24 cards. By the 1940s there were Bingo games throughout the US.
The origin of the name Bingo is unknown but may date to the middle 1920s. There are claims that one of Lowe's friends was so excited to have won that she yelled out "Bingo" instead of "Beano," or that the word echoes the sound of a bell.
We welcome eight new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Book Club will be held Wednesday, September 28th. The book is "The American Girl" by Rachael English.
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One of the Fountain Hills Women’s (FHWC) missions is to support local organizations. FHWC members spent an afternoon volunteering at the Extended Hands Food Bank stocking the shelves and distributing items. FHWC is planning summer happy hour events to meet members of the community. Please check back for more information.
Our May 18, 2022 meeting will be at FireRock Country Club (16000 E Firerock Country Club Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268) at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $30 cash or check. We hope all members will try to attend. This is our scholarship award luncheon.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com.. Please reply by Friday, May 13th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, please do so by Sunday, May 15th, otherwise you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Congratulations to everyone that contributed to the success of this year's fundraiser! The Fashion Show, held at Adero last April, allowed us to award four scholarship grants, totaling $12,500.00! Please plan to attend our Scholarship Award Luncheon on May 18 at the FireRock Country Club where you can meet those scholarship recipients and hear about their exciting plans for their future.
Thanks to Scholarship Chairperson Leslie Hermansen and her committee for all their hard work and diligence in working with our scholarship applicants.
We welcome our new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The May meeting will be our last meeting until September. Please keep checking back for all our upcoming plans in the fall.
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Women’s Cub past Presidents Pat Ahrens, left, and Barbara Moran shared a laugh at the club luncheon on March 20th.
The Fountain Hills Women’s Club held its annual fundraiser at ADERO Scottsdale recently.
More than 100 guests and members enjoyed the Sunday afternoon festivities and luncheon. Jay Schlum was the master of ceremonies. Patt Canning and Donna Beers were co-chairs of the event. They thanked all the committee and members for their work and support of the fundraiser. Thanks were also given to ADERO for all their assistance in planning and execution of the day.
Guests had fun bidding on the silent auction and participating in 50/50 and raffle drawings. Hilda Bourdamis, owner of Classy Jazzy, presented a spring fashion show. Guests enjoyed the models, fashion, energetic pace and music. The live auction conducted by Jay Schlum was a great and successful addition to the afternoon.
The event enables the club to offer scholarships to women in the community who want to continue their studies. Applications for scholarships are available in the Community Center lobby, online at fountainhillswomensclub.com or by reaching Leslie Hermansen at 801-232-4766 or LeslieHermansen@msn.com. Application deadline is April 11.
The committee for the Luncheon and Fashion Show wish to thank all members of our club who so graciously gave of all their time and talents to make this event a huge success and a fun afternoon.
-Patt and Donna co-chairs.
Our April 20, 2022 meeting will be at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $22. We hope all members will try to attend as we have a busy and interesting program.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Friends are welcome. Please reply by Friday, April 15th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, please do so by Sunday, April 17th, otherwise you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our guest speaker this month will be Diana Babii, a 22 year old woman who traveled to Arizona last November to visit her host family in Florence and spend an extended period in the United States, found herself thousands of miles from her home, her family, her friends, all she has known her whole life.
But, if you are Ukrainian at the tender age of 22 and stuck in the United States of America right now, life is not carefree.
Diana will be speaking to us about her plight living in the USA and how we can help. It's a huge mission but she is determined.
All applications for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship must be submitted to our Scholarship Committee. This scholarship is for women who want to continue their education. The application must be submitted by April 11th. Click here for the 2022 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF.
We welcome our new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Book Club will be held Wednesday, April 27th.
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TIME IS RUNNING OUT!!!
Last call to join us for our Luncheon and Fashion Show on Sunday, March 20th at Adero Scottsdale. We don't want anyone to miss out on all the festivities. Come early, 11am, and browse our raffle tables with beautiful baskets - many made by members, gift certificates, jewelry and many other items.
Then check our silent auction with many more specials. Next, get ready for the pièce de résistance of our live auction with former Mayor Jay Schlum as our auctioneer, who will delight you with special items such as golf course certificates, wine baskets, and many other wonderful items.
A delicious French style lunch will be served at noon.
To purchase tickets for the event, please call Betty Jo at 602-361-5562 or email its.bj@hotmail.com by end of day Monday, March 14th.
Please note, for our live and silent auction items credit cards will be accepted. Cash only for raffle items and 50/50 chances. Raffle tickets are $1 each. The 50/50 will be a true 50/50 with half going to one lucky winner. Tickets are $5 each.
All this plus the knowledge that you are helping the Fountain Hills Women's Club award scholarships to women who wish to further their education.
We welcome all members and guests to our all NEW fundraiser. Come check out Adero Country Club and enjoy lunch and our Spring Fashion Show presented by Classy Jazzy on Avenue of the Fountains. Also, for the first time we will be having a live auction. Our auctioneer will be Jay Schlum (former mayor of Fountain Hills). This will be in addition to our raffles, members baskets and the silent auction. Tickets can be purchase from our club member Betty Jo at 602-361-5562 or at the Classy Jazzy shop. Seating is limited so purchase your tickets as soon as possible.
The 2022 Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Luncheon and Fashion Show (by Classy Jazzy) will be held on Sunday, March 20, 2022, at Adero Scottsdale (formerly Copperwynd), 13225 N. Eagle Ridge Drive. The theme of this years event is “A French Country Affair”.
Our March 16, 2022 meeting will be at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $22. We hope all members will try to attend as we have a busy and interesting program.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Friends are welcome. Please reply by Friday, March 11th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, please do so by Sunday, March 13th, otherwise you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our guest speaker program this month will be Fountain Hills native son Tim Yoder who will share a personal history of growing up in Fountain Hills.
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All applications for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship must be submitted to our Scholarship Committee. This scholarship is for women who want to continue their education. The application must be submitted by April 11th. Click here for the 2022 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF.
We welcome eight new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Getting to Know You Coffee Chat is planned by Kay Keller for Friday, March 18th.
The Book Club will be held Wednesday, March 23rd.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out.
Our February 16, 2022 meeting will be at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $22. We hope all members will try to attend as we have a busy and interesting program.
Rosemary Powell is going to be our guest speaker this month. She helps individuals let go of unwanted emotions and regain successful, joyful lives through the use of hypnotherapy as well as Neuro-Linguistic Programming to take control of your mind, and therefore your life.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Friends are welcome. Please reply by Friday, February 11th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, please do so by Sunday, February 13th, otherwise you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
We welcome Leslie Hermansen who will be the Chairman of our Scholarship Committee with Sandi McGee and Barbara Muehl. All applications for the scholarship must be submitted to Leslie by April 11th. Click here for the 2022 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF.
Interested in joining our club? Click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Getting to Know You Coffee Chat is planned by Kay Keller for February.
The Book Club will be held February 23rd.
The 2022 Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Luncheon and Fashion Show (by Classy Jazzy) will be held on Sunday, March 20, 2022, at Adero Scottsdale (formerly Copperwynd), 13225 N. Eagle Ridge Drive. The theme of this years event is “A French Country Affair”.
We welcome all members and guests to our all NEW fundraiser. Come check out Adero Country Club and enjoy lunch and our Spring Fashion Show presented by Classy Jazzy on Avenue of the Fountains. Also, for the first time we will be having a live auction. Our auctioneer will be Jay Schlum (former mayor of Fountain Hills). This will be in addition to our raffles, members baskets and the silent auction. Tickets can be purchase from our club member Betty Jo at 602-361-5562 or at the Classy Jazzy shop. Seating is limited so purchase your tickets as soon as possible.
Members please visit the Member Login section for all of our plans including the March 20, 2022 event "A French Country Affair". Also, the "Fountain Hills Song" by former member Karen E. Myers has been added under the member news section.
As played by Karen E. Myers at our February meeting.
Click this link to download the file Download the song
Our January 19, 2022 meeting will be at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $22. We hope all members will try to attend as we have a busy and interesting program.
Our speaker will be Dan Baldwin. He is the author/ co-author/ ghost writer of 50 published books on business, real estate, marketing, sales and related subjects. He has six published westerns, three mysteries, a political crime-thriller, and two short story collections, and four non-fiction works on the paranormal. Dan will be speaking to us on how to properly write, not only a book, but everyday writing!!!
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Friends are welcome. Please reply by January 14th.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out.
The Getting to Know You Coffee Chat is planned for January.
Please visit the Member Login section for all of our plans for the March 20, 2022 event "A French Country Affair"
The Book Club will be held January 26th.
For any information or questions please contact us at our email address fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com or contact Patt Canning.
