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Delta Zeta Arizona Alumnae March News & Calendar

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Judith Hardes to Receive Governor's Philanthropist Award

Phoenix Alumnae Chapter member Judith Hardes (Gamma Delta Chapter-Pennsylvania State University) will receive the second Annual Philanthropist Award at the 37th annual Governor's Arts Awards dinner and celebration on March 22 at the Arizona Biltmore Resort.

Judith is receiving the award for her long-term commitment to the arts and culture organizations across Arizona.

Among the Beneficiaries of Judith's support have been the Phoenix Theatre, Theater Works in Peoria, Arizona Theatre Company, Nearly Naked Theatre and Prescott Center for the Arts.

"Those who support arts and culture through their generous philanthropy are deeply vital to the long-term success and vitality of so many nonprofit organizations that rely on community support from those who value and benefit from their good work," said Arizona Citizens for the Arts Executive Director Catherine Foley. "Judith is among the most ardent, consistent and important donors in Arizona through her unwavering commitment to and enthusiasm for the performing arts."

Congratulations to our sister Judith Hardes.

Phoenix Alumnae at a tour of Phoenix Theater and the Judith Hardes Theatre in Phoenix.

Phoenix Alumnae Turtles & Pearls

Phoenix Alumnae Chapter members and Seniors from our Pi Zeta Chapter at ASU celebrated at our Turtles & Pearls event on February 25. Alumnae and seniors enjoyed the photo booth and social hour. Luncheon was served followed by membership recognitions. Ann Santos our AZ State Recognition chair held a membership celebration including presenting Diana King-Tompkins her Golden Rose certificate. Our graduating seniors from our Pi Zeta chapter at ASU were also honored. More photos can be found at Delta Zeta Phoenix Alumnae Facebook page.

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Tucson Alumnae Chapter February 12th Luncheon

The sunny skies of Tucson made for a fun luncheon at Hacienda del Sol on the 12th of February. A joyous welcome was given to Carol Anne McDougal who returned from knee replacement surgery.

Our Snowbird Sandy Bailey was also a delight to have present. Sandy, former national officer, shared with the group more detailed information about the Delta Zeta Foundation and Painted Turtle Camp.

The Tucson Alumnae have designated the Founder's Day Luncheon as an opportunity to send a donation to the Delta Zeta Foundation to support the leadership program through the annual President's Academy.

Karen Ray, liaison to Tucson Panhellenic announced that Eleanor Malchus and Nancy Karsh were nominated for the Athena Award of the Tucson Alumnae Panhellenic Association. The recipients of this award will be announced at the March 24th annual fundraiser luncheon held at one of the sorority houses of the University of Arizona. Scholarship recipients will also be recognized. A tour of several of the campus sorority houses will be showcased.

Suzan Bryceland shared information from the Arizona State School for the Deaf and Blind regarding a possible project. She will be back in touch with the principal of the school to further discuss events and fund raisers.

Next luncheon is Monday, April 09 at Hacienda del Sol. All Delta Zeta alums are invited.

Phoenix Alumnae Chapter Fundraiser-Dream Dinners

Chapter members and friends are invited to our Fundraiser for Philanthropy on Wednesday March 28 at 6pm at Dream Dinners, 8670 E Shea Blvd, Suite #102, Scottsdale, AZ.. For just $34.99 you will assemble three wholesome meals to take home and enjoy with your family. For this event, $10 from each purchase is automatically donated back to our Delta Zeta Chapter for our Philanthropies. Plus you have the fun of assembling the meals together with sisters and friends. You will choose from Caribbean Pork Tenderloin with roasted cauliflower, Chicken Enchiladas, Greek Chicken, Layered Ravioli Bake or Terracotta Chicken with Pita & Hummus. This is by invitation only so RSVP online now at: https://dreamdinners.com/main.php?page=rsvp_fundraiser&sid=746595
Questions contact Natalie: philanthropy@deltazetaphoenix.com

Pi Zeta Chapter at ASU Dukeout

Successfully orchestrating the largest Greek Philanthropy event on campus, is the Pi Zeta Chapter of Delta Zeta at Arizona State University. Funds are donated to several local and National speech and hearing causes including help with our Phoenix Alumnae scholarships for graduating seniors at Phoenix School for the Deaf. Huge shoutout to Pi Zeta's VP of Philanthropy, Allie (pictured) who set up this years week long event. There are still a few days left to donate to this years Dukeout. Here is the online link to donate: https://dz.crowdchange.co/2102 Final total announced next month. In eleven years the Chapter has earned over 250,000.

Phoenix Alumnae Lunch Bunch

Next DZ Lunch Bunch is on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at 11:30 am. The location is L'Amore Italian Restaurant at 3159 E. Lincoln Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85016. It is the SW corner of Lincoln and 32nd Street. The food is of course Italian and very good. Also a nice variety of salads. Parking is good and easy. Contact Pat Wells if you can attend by March 26 at: RaWells@aol.com or (480) 816-4557. Photo is from previous Lunch Bunch. Lunch on DZ's and enjoy our sisterhood.

Phoenix Westside

Our Phoenix Westside DZ luncheon date is Monday March 19th, 11:30 am at Mercer's Restaurant, 9720 W. Peoria Ave in the Arrowhead Shopping Mall. Contact Anne Gay at 602-482-1807 by Friday, March 16th if you can attend. This luncheon is not just for our west side sisters, it is open to any DZ that would like to attend. If you need transportation please also contact Anne and she will make arrangements.

Time for Phoenix Alumnae 2018 Dues!

In order to avoid confusion, we will have a cut-off date for paying dues. Dues will be collected until March 31. So you have one month to pay your 2018 dues! As a bonus, when you pay your dues, you will receive a cute little pink turtle decal that you can put on your windshield, computer, window, phone, etc.

Thanks to following 30 women who have already paid their 2018 dues:

Loann Bell, Mary Chandler, Dena Cunningham, Diane Deihl, Sue Dial, Christine Echavarria, Diane Gangloff, Anne Gay, Sharon Grewell, Lorna Green, Ann Haggerty, Judith Hardes, Sue Hippe, Ruth Kovac, Karen Lange, Jean Lee, Ashlee Lepa, Lucy Lynch, Cindy McParland, Cheryl Norder, Susan Norman, Mary Pat Pepping, Marion Porch, Kathy Ray, Barbara Ray, Ann Santos, Natalie Schade, Pat Wells, Kristen Weston-Smith and Lee Ann Witt.

You can mail dues to Lorna Green at 4723 E. Voltaire Ave., Phoenix, 85032 or go to our website and pay with any credit card through Pay Pal at: https://www.deltazetaphoenix.com/join-us.html. Dues are still a bargain at $35, considering how much goes to National and Panhellenic and to support our Pi Zeta Chapter at ASU as well as alumnae events. 2018 Graduates can join for free.

Delta Zeta Phoenix & Tucson Alumnae Calendar Events

All Delta Zeta Alumnae are welcome to attend any sisterhood or event in the Phoenix or Tucson Area. Our sisterhoods are a great opportunity to meet newly graduated sisters, sisters who are new to the area, or those sisters who are just looking to reconnect. We hope you will join us for social events, community service projects, networking, and other gatherings of Delta Zeta alumnae and friends.
For Phoenix contact: Kristen Weston-Smith email: vpprogramming@deltazetaphoenix.com
For Tucson contact: Suzan Bryceland via email: suzanbryceland@hotmail.com

• March 5 International Badge Day Wear your beautiful Delta Zeta badge or DZ letters today.

• March 17 Delta Zeta Truly Connected 9-5, Philadelphia, PA Click HERE to register.

• March 19 Phoenix Alumnae Chapter Westside Lunch Bunch at Mercer's Cafe at 97th Ave. & Peoria at 11:30 am. Let Anne Gay know if you can attend or need transportation: elizg1@frontier.com 602-653-9470

• March 28 Phoenix Alumnae Chapter Lunch Bunch 11:30 at L'Amore, 3159 E Lincoln Dr, Phoenix (SW corner of Lincoln & 32nd St) Let Pat Wells know if you can attend: RaWells@aol.com

• March 28 Phoenix Alumnae Chapter Fundraiser 6pm at Dream Dinners, 8670 E Shea Blvd, Suite #102, Scottsdale, AZ. Sign up at: https://dreamdinners.com/main.php?page=rsvp_fundraiser&sid=746595 to select your meals and pay. DZ receives $10 from each sale for our philanthropies.

• March 30 Pi Zeta Chapter Spring Initiation 6pm. Contact Lee Ann Witt for more details if you would like to attend. wittsters4@cox.net

• April 9 Tucson Alumnae Luncheon 12 noon will be at Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort (5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Road, Tucson 85718). RSVP to: vickielynn@comcast.net

• May 5 Phoenix Panhellenic Association Annual Celebration of Sisterhood Luncheon at Mesa Country Club. More info soon.

• May 6 Phoenix Alumnae Chapter Run for the Roses. Location to be announced. Contact: Kristen: vpprogramming@deltazetaphoenix.com

• June 11 Tucson Alumnae Luncheon 12 noon will be at Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort (5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Road, Tucson 85718). RSVP to: vickielynn@comcast.net

SAVE THE FOLLOWING DATES FOR DZ CONVENTION

• Tuesday July 3-Friday July 6, 2018 Delta Zeta National Convention, San Francisco, CA. Registration will open on April 2, 2018. Watch your inbox for an email with further instructions, finance and expense information and the registration link. Registration will close on May 18. Convention will be at the Hyatt Regency, San Francisco Airport. Who's in? Contact: dzarizona@cox.net 🐢

Remembering Nanette Fabray

It was with great sadness that the National Council and many members of Delta Zeta learned that Nanette Fabray, Delta Zeta Woman of Achievement, passed away on February 22, 2018 at the age of 97.

Nanette was an alumna initiate of the Xi Omicron Chapter at Loyola Marymount University in California. She was an accomplished actor and left her impact upon the entertainment industry.

Her career spanned stage, screen and television and began when she was a young girl in vaudeville. By the 1940s, Nanette had starred in a number of different musicals on the big screen.

But, perhaps she was best known as Sid Ceaser’s sidekick in the 1950s TV show “Ceaser’s Hour.” She was acknowledged for her work with a Tony Award and two Emmys.

Nanette was the first celebrity to go public about her hearing loss and the four operations which restored it. She overcame her hearing loss to pursue her career and had been a long-time advocate for the rights of the deaf and hard of hearing. For many years, she worked to bring sign language and captioning to television. She received the Screen Actors Guild’s Humanitarian Award, a salute to her combining her professional talents with her philanthropic endeavors. Her honors representing the handicapped are many, including the President’s Distinguished Service Award and the Eleanor Roosevelt Humanitarian Award. She and Helen Keller are the only women to receive the Public Service Award from the American Academy of Otolaryncology.

Nanette had a long association with Gallaudet University, giving her time and talent as a spokeswoman for the deaf. As a Commencement speaker at Gallaudet, she established the Annual MacDougall Creative University Writing Award to encourage deaf students to explore careers in writing.

We will miss this amazing sister and woman. She represented Delta Zeta’s ideals throughout her life, and she showed what it meant to live truly by our Creed.

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