Spring has sprung…the flowers and trees are beginning to bloom, the clocks have sprung forward giving us more daylight, and the temperatures are warming up. This time of year, always feels like a fresh start, a new beginning full of opportunities.

Our membership is blooming! We had 120 members renew this year! The 2026 Directory is complete and being distributed at coffees and luncheons. If you are unable to attend, ask a friend to pick it up for you. Any directories that remain after the April 7 coffee will be mailed to members. We want to give a special shout out and thank you to Shirley for all her work creating our directory! It’s no small feat!

Plans for our spring social are in full force! This year we will enjoy a night out at Gather COLA, Columbia’s new open-air dining experience downtown, on Wednesday April 29 from 6:00pm8:00pm. Each member can bring a plus 1 to this event. We will not collect any money because we will all buy our own dinner at the location, but we do still need you to RSVP so we know how many people to expect. RSVPs can be sent to Kari. See flyer on page 7 of this newsletter for all the info.

We were excited to finally fill our board positions in February, but have since found a need to add a 2nd recording secretary. Sandy has had some unfortunate health complications and is going to be hit or miss for a time. This is a minimal time commitment job, especially being the 2nd person in the position. You would be responsible for taking the minutes at board meetings (right before the coffees) and general membership meetings (luncheons). You are given the agenda that the presidents prepare to take notes and then will need to type the minutes up after the meetings. Please let Kari or Jenny know if you can help with this! It’s the perfect job for someone wanting to be just a little more involved.

Your presidents are here for you! Please share any questions, concerns, or compliments you have!

Your 2026 Co-Presidents,
Kari & Jenny