CANYON LAKE
REPUBLICAN WOMEN
Canyon Lake has a new
community event!
The Artisan Christmas Market Place
St. Francis by the Lake
Episcopal Church
December 3 from 10am to 4pm.
Mark your calendars!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Proclamation of Thanksgiving
This is the proclamation which set the precedent for America's national day of Thanksgiving. During his administration, President Lincoln issued many orders similar to this. For example, on November 28, 1861, he ordered government departments closed for a local day of thanksgiving.
Sarah Josepha Hale, a 74-year-old magazine editor, wrote a letter to Lincoln on September 28, 1863, urging him to have the "day of our annual Thanksgiving made a National and fixed Union Festival." She explained, "You may have observed that, for some years past, there has been an increasing interest felt in our land to have the Thanksgiving held on the same day, in all the States; it now needs National recognition and authoritive fixation, only, to become permanently, an American custom and institution."
Prior to this, each state scheduled its own Thanksgiving holiday at different times, mainly in New England and other Northern states. President Lincoln responded to Mrs. Hale's request immediately, unlike several of his predecessors, who ignored her petitions altogether. In her letter to Lincoln she mentioned that she had been advocating a national thanksgiving date for 15 years as the editor of Godey's Lady's Book. George Washington was the first president to proclaim a day of thanksgiving, issuing his request on October 3, 1789, exactly 74 years before Lincoln's.
The document below sets apart the last Thursday of November "as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise." According to an April 1, 1864, letter from John Nicolay, one of President Lincoln's secretaries, this document was written by Secretary of State William Seward, and the original was in his handwriting. On October 3, 1863, fellow Cabinet member Gideon Welles recorded in his diary how he complimented Seward on his work. A year later the manuscript was sold to benefit Union troops.
source: https://www.abrahamlincolnonline.org/lincoln/speeches/thanks.htm
Proclamation of Thanksgiving
This is the proclamation which set the precedent for America's national day of Thanksgiving. During his administration, President Lincoln issued many orders similar to this. For example, on November 28, 1861, he ordered government departments closed for a local day of thanksgiving.
Sarah Josepha Hale, a 74-year-old magazine editor, wrote a letter to Lincoln on September 28, 1863, urging him to have the "day of our annual Thanksgiving made a National and fixed Union Festival." She explained, "You may have observed that, for some years past, there has been an increasing interest felt in our land to have the Thanksgiving held on the same day, in all the States; it now needs National recognition and authoritive fixation, only, to become permanently, an American custom and institution."
Prior to this, each state scheduled its own Thanksgiving holiday at different times, mainly in New England and other Northern states. President Lincoln responded to Mrs. Hale's request immediately, unlike several of his predecessors, who ignored her petitions altogether. In her letter to Lincoln she mentioned that she had been advocating a national thanksgiving date for 15 years as the editor of Godey's Lady's Book. George Washington was the first president to proclaim a day of thanksgiving, issuing his request on October 3, 1789, exactly 74 years before Lincoln's.
The document below sets apart the last Thursday of November "as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise." According to an April 1, 1864, letter from John Nicolay, one of President Lincoln's secretaries, this document was written by Secretary of State William Seward, and the original was in his handwriting. On October 3, 1863, fellow Cabinet member Gideon Welles recorded in his diary how he complimented Seward on his work. A year later the manuscript was sold to benefit Union troops.
source: https://www.abrahamlincolnonline.org/lincoln/speeches/thanks.htm
Congratulations to Brenda Potter, our CLRW Caring for America Chair! CLRW was honored to deliver 288 dictionaries to the 3rd grade students at the Canyon Lake area elementary schools: Rebecca Creek, Mountain Valley, and Startzville; and 270 Electoral College Booklets to our 8th grade students!! We know how much the 3rd grade students enjoy their dictionaries and, while this is just our second year to deliver the booklets, we have indeed seen enthusiasm for our efforts.
Pictured are CLRW Members Tara and Madison Evans.
his dynamic mother daughter duo delivered dictionaries to the Startzville Elementary School!
Pictured are CLRW Members Tara and Madison Evans.
his dynamic mother daughter duo delivered dictionaries to the Startzville Elementary School!
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Susan Walker is the best at keeping us informed in Comal County! Here are the stats by Voter Center in Comal county on Election Day. |
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Results By Precinct indicates the total number of registered voters in a precinct, the total number of registered voters that voted in the November 8 election, and the percentage of the turnout compared to the number of registered voters. This is the TOTAL number of ballots cast, not just election day.
The 2022 Governor Results is one of many candidate tabulations but this one gives you a pretty fair representation of the percentage of GOP votes versus Dem votes. Overall, the average of the Republican vote for this election is 75% to 25%.
When you read this report, remember that there may have been a couple of different ballot styles for a precinct, based on the miscellaneous questions or races. Add both numbers together for the total candidate vote.
We all need to rest, relax, enjoy the holidays, and be ready to rock and roll come January!
Comal County is the BEST!!!! Thank you all for all you do
The 2022 Governor Results is one of many candidate tabulations but this one gives you a pretty fair representation of the percentage of GOP votes versus Dem votes. Overall, the average of the Republican vote for this election is 75% to 25%.
When you read this report, remember that there may have been a couple of different ballot styles for a precinct, based on the miscellaneous questions or races. Add both numbers together for the total candidate vote.
We all need to rest, relax, enjoy the holidays, and be ready to rock and roll come January!
Comal County is the BEST!!!! Thank you all for all you do
Canyon Lake Republican Women's guest speaker at the November Business Meeting was Treniss Evans, III.
He discussed his experience in Washington, DC on January 6, 2021.
PHOTO: Marsha Cooper - 1st. VP Programs and Treniss Evans, III.
The book - "Radio's Greatest of all Time" - a collection of Rush Limbaugh's greatest on air moments -was presented to the Tye Preston Memorial Library on behalf of our guest speaker. For more information on Canyon Lake Republican Women go to www.canyonlakerw.com.
He discussed his experience in Washington, DC on January 6, 2021.
PHOTO: Marsha Cooper - 1st. VP Programs and Treniss Evans, III.
The book - "Radio's Greatest of all Time" - a collection of Rush Limbaugh's greatest on air moments -was presented to the Tye Preston Memorial Library on behalf of our guest speaker. For more information on Canyon Lake Republican Women go to www.canyonlakerw.com.
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Canyon Lake has a new community event! The Artisan Christmas Market Place St. Francis by the Lake Episcopal Church December 3 from 10am to 4pm. Mark your calendars! |
Past presidents of CLRW Belinda Frisk, Pat Hingst and Patti Johnson Attending the swearing in of Dr. Donna Campbell as Governor for the Day, Saturday, November 12, at the Governor’s Mansion. Other CLRW members attending were Vicki Highfield, and Sue Piner. And Associate members Al Highfield, Harry Hingst, Ron Frisk and Don Johnson.
A great celebration for a great leader.
THANK YOU VETERANS!!
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Message from CLRW President:
Dear CLRW, Thank you so much for your overwhelming support by voting to provide a donation to Lakeside Golf Club for their Veterans Day Breakfast Tribute! Dad and I were there for breakfast this morning and I was honored to have the opportunity to present our check to Alberto Amero, the General Manager, and Brett Mazey, Business Consultant. Again, thank you! |
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Please join Canyon Lake Republican Women annual Christmas Luncheon and Officer Installation.
Tickets available at: https://politics.raisethemoney.com/CLRW_Christmas_Luncheon
Tickets available at: https://politics.raisethemoney.com/CLRW_Christmas_Luncheon
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Please join co-hosts Carrie Isaac, Candidate, Texas house 73, and Sue Piner, Chairman, Comal County Republican Party, for a "Victory Party": Faust Hotel, 240 South Seguin Avenue New Braunfels 7pm on November 8! |
How wonderful that Mountain Valley Elementary will honor Veterans with a breakfast and program on November 11, 2022. The breakfast will begin at 7:30 in the library and the program will begin at 8am. Please read the flyer below! Our Veterans will be busy this weekend!
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Veterans Day celebration November 12 sponsored by:
Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority, Tye Preston Memorial Library, Canyon Lake Noons Lions Club! Please share!!!! |
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CANYON LAKE REPUBLICAN WOMEN Keeping Texas RED!!
Patti Johnson, Maria Seiler, Patrick Seiler, Jeanne Slupik, Paula Schuldheisz, Tara Evans and Madison Evans
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CLRW has yard signs! We have four to choose from as pictured below and each costs $5.00.
If you want to pick some up please contact our club president: president@canyonlakerw.com Thanks to all for your support! |
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MUST WATCH !!!
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Join us Friday and Saturday,- November 4th -5th for the
- 2022 Holiday Arts & Crafts Sale
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Please, please listen to this one. A young woman has such courage to speak the truth of what's happening in our country. You need to hear her. |
Early Voting Begins Today
CLRW's October 19 Business Meeting was another rousing success!
We sold our patriotic signs, heard from the Nominating Committee regarding our 2023/2024 Officer Slate, gathered a table full of candy for "Halloween In Sattler," and received a report from our
Americanism Chair, Chrystina Power, on Christopher Columbus.
Our own Senator Donna Campbell was our Guest Speaker and she gave an uplifting speech on the importance of being a Republican and a Republican that votes. We were indeed honored to present her with a General Election donation for her campaign. This was CLRW's first year EVER to provide donations for the General Election. In total, we donated $15,000 this year in campaign donations.
Way to go, CLRW!!
We sold our patriotic signs, heard from the Nominating Committee regarding our 2023/2024 Officer Slate, gathered a table full of candy for "Halloween In Sattler," and received a report from our
Americanism Chair, Chrystina Power, on Christopher Columbus.
Our own Senator Donna Campbell was our Guest Speaker and she gave an uplifting speech on the importance of being a Republican and a Republican that votes. We were indeed honored to present her with a General Election donation for her campaign. This was CLRW's first year EVER to provide donations for the General Election. In total, we donated $15,000 this year in campaign donations.
Way to go, CLRW!!
Volunteer Voter Registrar Linda Williamson was assisted by Precinct 104 Chair J.B. Williamson and new member, Ginger Montgomery at the outside entrance of Ace Hardware at Canyon Lake.
At least one new registration was completed in person per hour and many more Mail In Voter Registration Cards were picked up for relatives and friends of store shoppers.
CLRW has yard signs! We have four to choose from as pictured below and each costs $5.00.
If you want to pick some up prior to our October Business Meeting, please contact our club president.
The president has already sent out an email to our members for coordination purposes.
Thanks to all for your support!
THANK GOD WE LIVE IN TEXAS!!
The Passing of Larry Nuckols
Former Comal County Republican Party Chairman
Larry Nuckols, our former Comal County Republican Party Chairman, passed away on October 2, 2022, from Stage 4 Pancreatic cancer. Larry was a true gentleman, devoted husband to his wife, Beverly, and a staunch Republican. Luckily, they were home and not traveling when they discovered the severity of his illness and he spent his last days amongst family and friends. The memorial service honoring Larry Nuckols will be this Saturday, October 8, at 1pm, at the Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home, 189 North Seguin Avenue, New Braunfels, Texas. The family asks in lieu of flowers, a donation to New Braunfels Church of Christ or our Options for Life Pregnancy Assistance Center. Rest in peace Larry, and God Bless.
Click here for a link to Larry's Obituary: https://www.doeppenschmidtfuneralhome.com/obituary/larry-nuckols
Former Comal County Republican Party Chairman
Larry Nuckols, our former Comal County Republican Party Chairman, passed away on October 2, 2022, from Stage 4 Pancreatic cancer. Larry was a true gentleman, devoted husband to his wife, Beverly, and a staunch Republican. Luckily, they were home and not traveling when they discovered the severity of his illness and he spent his last days amongst family and friends. The memorial service honoring Larry Nuckols will be this Saturday, October 8, at 1pm, at the Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home, 189 North Seguin Avenue, New Braunfels, Texas. The family asks in lieu of flowers, a donation to New Braunfels Church of Christ or our Options for Life Pregnancy Assistance Center. Rest in peace Larry, and God Bless.
Click here for a link to Larry's Obituary: https://www.doeppenschmidtfuneralhome.com/obituary/larry-nuckols
CLRW VP-Programs, Marsha Cooper, is ready for the election!
She has a corner lot facing FM 32 in Fischer so lots of exposure!
Thank you, Marsha!
September has been quite the month for CLRW...
First the Freedom Walk on 9-11 followed by our FUNdraiser on September 17 and then we capped it off with our Business Meeting on September 21! We were sincerely honored to host our Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott and the "First Dog" Pancake at our meeting. Our First Lady and Pancake arrived early to allow for photo opportunities and our members loved it! Pancake almost stole the show - she is a beautiful and sweet Golden Retriever who obviously knew the event was all about her! First Lady Cecilia was so very gracious and gave us a short speech on her and Pancake's efforts in support of her husband's re-election campaign. VOTE RED!!
Our VP-Programs, Marsha Cooper, moderated our "Elections 101" panel which included Cynthia Jaqua, Comal County Elections Office; Janet Blum and Carolyn Besselman, Comal County Elections Judges; and Sue Piner, Chairman, Comal County Republican Party. We have many new members this year and we wanted to ensure they understood the election process, the roles of election judges and clerks, the Early Voting Ballot Board, and our members' role in getting out the vote. The panel members kept the conversation light, sometimes funny, but always instructive. "I did not know that" was an oft heard murmur. We are sincerely thankful to the panel members for their time and dedication serving Comal County!
We also took the opportunity to recognize our nominee for the 2022 TFRW Tribute to Women, our Janet Blum. Janet is a former CLRW President; is a past President, Greater San Antonio Council (GSAC) of the TFRW, and has held a host of other positions within our club. Most notably she was the force behind our annual FUNdraiser's Live and Silent Auctions. She created a team, a collection of excellent auction items, and an organized timeline for bidding and buying items.
When Janet was in charge, no drama, just get it done! Well done, Janet!
We also took the opportunity to recognize our nominee for the 2022 TFRW Tribute to Women, our Janet Blum. Janet is a former CLRW President; is a past President, Greater San Antonio Council (GSAC) of the TFRW, and has held a host of other positions within our club. Most notably she was the force behind our annual FUNdraiser's Live and Silent Auctions. She created a team, a collection of excellent auction items, and an organized timeline for bidding and buying items.
When Janet was in charge, no drama, just get it done! Well done, Janet!
Photo is of our CLRW President, Jeanne Slupik, speaking at the TFRW Board Meeting on September 16, 2022.
Also pictured is TFRW President, Kit Whitehill. When Kit Whitehill was our Guest Speaker at our Membership Luncheon, our president showed her what Jeanne calls the "CLRW 2021 Book."
Our fabulous Newsletter Editor, Barbara Knight, created it and it contains all of the 2021 newsletters, and all of the minutes from the Executive Committee Meetings and our monthly Business Meetings.
Kit liked it so much,
she asked Jeanne to talk about it at her board meeting. As Jeanne likes to point out - "this will be invaluable next year when we are submitting documentation for NFRW and TFRW awards.
We won't just 'talk the talk' but can prove we 'walked the walk' as all the needed photos and articles will be available in one source!"
Thank you, Barbara!
Photo is of our CLRW President, Jeanne Slupik, speaking at the TFRW Board Meeting on September 16, 2022.
Also pictured is TFRW President, Kit Whitehill. When Kit Whitehill was our Guest Speaker at our Membership Luncheon, our president showed her what Jeanne calls the "CLRW 2021 Book."
Our fabulous Newsletter Editor, Barbara Knight, created it and it contains all of the 2021 newsletters, and all of the minutes from the Executive Committee Meetings and our monthly Business Meetings.
Kit liked it so much,
she asked Jeanne to talk about it at her board meeting. As Jeanne likes to point out - "this will be invaluable next year when we are submitting documentation for NFRW and TFRW awards.
We won't just 'talk the talk' but can prove we 'walked the walk' as all the needed photos and articles will be available in one source!"
Thank you, Barbara!
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From CLRW President, Jeanne Slupik: I extend many thanks to all who attended our TEXAS PROUD AND STRONG FUNdraiser on September 17th. This is our ONLY fundraising event, and it is your support that enables us to donate to Republican candidates and keep Texas RED! |
Our VP-Fundraising, Carolyn Besselman, and her co-chair, Maria Seiler, produced an exceptional, professional, and highly entertaining event for all to enjoy! It is our fabulous members and their spouses that do the grunt work and all of those "behind the scenes" activities that ensure our success year after year. Kudos to all from a very proud and grateful president.
Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott and Pancake at the
TFRW Board Meeting with
Belinda Frisk and Patti Johnson.
September 16, 2022
Texas Federation of Republican Women 4th Quarter Board of Directors Meeting
Left photo: Jeanne Slupik,Belinda Frisk, Patti Johnson, Cindy Payne
Right photo: Sylvia Gartner, District Director SD 25, Jeanne Slupik
Texas Federation of Republican Women 4th Quarter Board of Directors Meeting
Left photo: Jeanne Slupik,Belinda Frisk, Patti Johnson, Cindy Payne
Right photo: Sylvia Gartner, District Director SD 25, Jeanne Slupik
Be an INFORMED Comal County Voter!
All the information you need regarding the elections, voting locations, and suspense dates is available at this link to the Comal County Elections Office!
Please share!
Elections and Voter Registration-Comal County, Texas
https://www.co.comal.tx.us/Elections.htm
All the information you need regarding the elections, voting locations, and suspense dates is available at this link to the Comal County Elections Office!
Please share!
Elections and Voter Registration-Comal County, Texas
https://www.co.comal.tx.us/Elections.htm
Governor Abbott says, "Beto O'Rourke is TOO dangerous for Texas
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With Texas elections around the corner – Governor Abbott says, "Beto O'Rourke is TOO dangerous for Texas. Governor Greg Abbott has come out swinging against Beto O'Rourke, the Democratic challenger in the Texas gubernatorial election. In a recent statement, Abbott said that O'Rourke is too dangerous for Texas and that he must be defeated. This comes as no surprise, given that O'Rourke is considered to be a rising star in the Democratic Party. He has been drawing large crowds during his campaign tour across the state.
Governor Abbott on Tuesday shared on Twitter, "Beto O'Rourke is TOO dangerous for Texas. He supports defunding & dismantling our police. In Texas, we support our law enforcement officers. We don't defund & disrespect them." |
READ FULL STORY HERE
https://original.newsbreak.com/@euri-giles-clareifi-561304/2743670936305-With Texas elections around the corner – Governor Abbott says, "Beto O'Rourke is TOO dangerous for Texas." | Euri Giles | Clareifi | NewsBreak Original |
September 11, 2022 FREEDOM WALK AT CANYON LAKE
On August 17, the Comal County Republican Party hosted Congressman Chip Roy at their headquarters for a breakfast meeting. Congressman Roy was kind enough to provide "goodies" from Chick-fil-a!
Pictured with Congressman Roy:
CLRW Members: Patrick and Maria Seiler, Robert and Kathy Phillips, and Vicky and Al Highfield.
CLRW Members: Patrick and Maria Seiler, Robert and Kathy Phillips, and Vicky and Al Highfield.
State Senator Donna Campbell, M.D. will hold a virtual Townhall on the crisis at the U.S./Texas Southern Border on Wednesday, August 24 at 7pm to answer, discuss, and listen to your concerns.
Please use the Zoom link below to attend the townhall. She will answer questions previously submitted, as well as take some questions (not previously answered) from attendees.
Donna Campbell is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Border Issues: Virtual Townhall
Time: Aug 24, 2022 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/93795938840?pwd=bjk3U3liN0g5MDR0VXIycDRPRGhVdz09
Meeting ID: 937 9593 8840
Passcode: 105500
Please use the Zoom link below to attend the townhall. She will answer questions previously submitted, as well as take some questions (not previously answered) from attendees.
Donna Campbell is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Border Issues: Virtual Townhall
Time: Aug 24, 2022 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/93795938840?pwd=bjk3U3liN0g5MDR0VXIycDRPRGhVdz09
Meeting ID: 937 9593 8840
Passcode: 105500
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CLRW was honored to have two outstanding Guest Speakers for our August Business Meeting:
Rhonda Marquardt, President, Kinney County Republican Women; and, our U.S. Congressman, Chip Roy. The focus of their speeches was primarily on the border crisis. Rhonda lives there and deals with the myriad frustrations on a daily basis. She refuses to succumb to fear and is uplifted by her faith and her community. Congressman Roy is a staunch reporter and visitor to the border. He stressed the lack of compassion our current government has for the migrants crossing under hellish circumstances, their total lack of control over the Mexican cartels, and their inability to stem the flow of fentanyl into the U.S. resulting in an incomprehensible loss of lives due to overdoses. |
Pictured from left to right are:
Congressman Roy, Laurie Schley, Jeanne Slupik, and Rhonda Marquardt |
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Treniss J. Evans III lives in Canyon Lake and was a participant in the events at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. He is an Associate Member of CLRW and last November, Carol Little, our former Webmaster, took a short video of him. I have his permission to present it to you as a teaser - he is scheduled to be the Guest Speaker at our November CLRW Business Meeting. I highly recommend you also take the time to peruse his website, CONDEMNEDUSA.com.
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Their Mission Statement is:
TO SUPPORT AND ASSIST JANUARY 6TH DEFENDANTS FIGHTING FOR THEIR DENIED DUE PROCESS FROM A WEAPONIZED BIDEN DOJ BY CREATING AND PROVIDING A NETWORK OF DONORS, DEFENSE ATTORNEYS, AND ACCESS TO HONEST MEDIA TO PROVIDE A FAIR SHOT AT LEGITIMATE TRIALS AND JURY POOLS FOR JANUARY 6TH DEFENDANTS.
TO SUPPORT AND ASSIST JANUARY 6TH DEFENDANTS FIGHTING FOR THEIR DENIED DUE PROCESS FROM A WEAPONIZED BIDEN DOJ BY CREATING AND PROVIDING A NETWORK OF DONORS, DEFENSE ATTORNEYS, AND ACCESS TO HONEST MEDIA TO PROVIDE A FAIR SHOT AT LEGITIMATE TRIALS AND JURY POOLS FOR JANUARY 6TH DEFENDANTS.
CLRW's July Guest Speaker was Robyn Stewart, Manager of Joint Base San Antonio Army Fisher House at Brooke Army Medical Center.
WOW! Robyn loves her job and it showed during her presentation. It was wonderful to have her introduce our new members on the purpose of the Fisher Houses in assisting our military members and families with lodging during medical emergencies.
Supporting Fisher House is a major priority of CLRW
and we provide donations twice a year.
PHOTO: (L TO R) Melinda Rapp - (CLRW Armed Forces Chair), Jeanne Slupik - (CLRW President), Robyn Stewart - (Army Fisher House Manager), Marsha Cooper - (CLRW 1st. VP Programs) and Alex Ambrus (Army Fisher House Assistant Manager
WOW! Robyn loves her job and it showed during her presentation. It was wonderful to have her introduce our new members on the purpose of the Fisher Houses in assisting our military members and families with lodging during medical emergencies.
Supporting Fisher House is a major priority of CLRW
and we provide donations twice a year.
PHOTO: (L TO R) Melinda Rapp - (CLRW Armed Forces Chair), Jeanne Slupik - (CLRW President), Robyn Stewart - (Army Fisher House Manager), Marsha Cooper - (CLRW 1st. VP Programs) and Alex Ambrus (Army Fisher House Assistant Manager
On July 21, CLRW President, Jeanne Slupik, and CLRW Armed Forces Chair, Melinda Rapp, spent funds donated by the CLRW members to purchase needed supplies for the Joint Base San Antonio Army Fisher House at Brooke Army Medical Center.
We don't buy anything that is not on their "needs" list. Today we bought cleaning supplies, batteries, storage bags, garbage bags, toilet paper, paper towels and sugar.
Robyn Stewart, Manager, Army Fisher House, was thrilled with our donations. It was another great day to help those who serve.
Pictured from left to right are Melinda, Robyn, and Jeanne.
We don't buy anything that is not on their "needs" list. Today we bought cleaning supplies, batteries, storage bags, garbage bags, toilet paper, paper towels and sugar.
Robyn Stewart, Manager, Army Fisher House, was thrilled with our donations. It was another great day to help those who serve.
Pictured from left to right are Melinda, Robyn, and Jeanne.
Texas Grocery Store Tycoon Sponsors Drag Queen Shows for Kids
texasscorecard.com/state/texas-grocery-store-tycoon-sponsors-drag-queen-shows-for-kids
Sebastian Castro
July 13, 2022
Charles Butt, the billionaire heir and CEO of the Texas grocery empire H-E-B, sponsored a recent “family friendly” drag show and spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on anti-school choice campaigns.
In June, H-E-B sponsored an LGBT “pride” event in downtown Austin. The event, called Rainbow on the Creek, included a drag queen story hour, a “family-friendly all ages” drag show performed by a group called the Hydrated Queer Kitties, and a pride parade. A Libs of TikTok tweet showed the scantily clad performers dancing sensually in front of parents and their children.
The event’s website says, “The celebration will include 25+ [activities] by LGBTQIA+ nonprofits and partners, a Queer BIPOC and Latinx artisan & craft market, gender-affirming care & sexual health resources, and many more activities for the whole family.”
But this is not the only controversial cause Butt has supported.
One of Mr. Butt’s influential anti-school choice operations comes in the form of The Charles Butt Public Education Political Action Committee, which has made donations to 22 political campaigns that oppose school choice. The PAC has received $750,000 in contributions from Butt.
Of the 22 campaign donation recipients, 16 are Republican candidates, including Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, State Rep. Glenn Rogers, and Comptroller Glenn Hegar (who received a combined total $120,000). Of the 16 Republican candidates, Phelan and six others have been endorsed by the Texas State Teachers Association (part of the National Education Association, the largest teachers union). The TSTA also currently endorses Democrat gubernatorial candidate Robert Francis “Beto” O’Rourke.
Butt has also heavily funded the Raise Your Hand Texas organization, which opposes school choice and advocates for spending more tax money on the current public system, as well as The Charles Butt Foundation, which also opposes school choice.
However, Butt’s campaigns have placed him at odds with a growing number of parents across the state. A 2022 Morning Consult poll revealed that 76 percent of Texas parents would support directly funding students instead of the current government system.
Additionally, a record number of Texas families are now choosing to homeschool their children. The Texas Home School Coalition reports a near tripling of homeschooled students between April and October 2020 (from 4.5-12.3 percent of all Texas students) making for a total of 750,000 homeschoolers in Texas alongside 250,000 students in Texas private schools.
The popularity of school choice among families and grassroots activists grew significantly during the COVID lockdowns, when parents across the nation were able to look more closely at the dysfunctional government monopoly system and what schools were teaching their children. As Texas Scorecard has frequently chronicled, many decried the troubling and sexually explicit curricula and racist ideologies taught in their children’s classrooms.
With the Republican Party of Texas selecting school choice as a legislative priority for the upcoming 2023 state legislative session, parents and citizens are eager to see how the Republican-controlled Texas Legislature will respond.
texasscorecard.com/state/texas-grocery-store-tycoon-sponsors-drag-queen-shows-for-kids
Sebastian Castro
July 13, 2022
Charles Butt, the billionaire heir and CEO of the Texas grocery empire H-E-B, sponsored a recent “family friendly” drag show and spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on anti-school choice campaigns.
In June, H-E-B sponsored an LGBT “pride” event in downtown Austin. The event, called Rainbow on the Creek, included a drag queen story hour, a “family-friendly all ages” drag show performed by a group called the Hydrated Queer Kitties, and a pride parade. A Libs of TikTok tweet showed the scantily clad performers dancing sensually in front of parents and their children.
The event’s website says, “The celebration will include 25+ [activities] by LGBTQIA+ nonprofits and partners, a Queer BIPOC and Latinx artisan & craft market, gender-affirming care & sexual health resources, and many more activities for the whole family.”
But this is not the only controversial cause Butt has supported.
One of Mr. Butt’s influential anti-school choice operations comes in the form of The Charles Butt Public Education Political Action Committee, which has made donations to 22 political campaigns that oppose school choice. The PAC has received $750,000 in contributions from Butt.
Of the 22 campaign donation recipients, 16 are Republican candidates, including Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, State Rep. Glenn Rogers, and Comptroller Glenn Hegar (who received a combined total $120,000). Of the 16 Republican candidates, Phelan and six others have been endorsed by the Texas State Teachers Association (part of the National Education Association, the largest teachers union). The TSTA also currently endorses Democrat gubernatorial candidate Robert Francis “Beto” O’Rourke.
Butt has also heavily funded the Raise Your Hand Texas organization, which opposes school choice and advocates for spending more tax money on the current public system, as well as The Charles Butt Foundation, which also opposes school choice.
However, Butt’s campaigns have placed him at odds with a growing number of parents across the state. A 2022 Morning Consult poll revealed that 76 percent of Texas parents would support directly funding students instead of the current government system.
Additionally, a record number of Texas families are now choosing to homeschool their children. The Texas Home School Coalition reports a near tripling of homeschooled students between April and October 2020 (from 4.5-12.3 percent of all Texas students) making for a total of 750,000 homeschoolers in Texas alongside 250,000 students in Texas private schools.
The popularity of school choice among families and grassroots activists grew significantly during the COVID lockdowns, when parents across the nation were able to look more closely at the dysfunctional government monopoly system and what schools were teaching their children. As Texas Scorecard has frequently chronicled, many decried the troubling and sexually explicit curricula and racist ideologies taught in their children’s classrooms.
With the Republican Party of Texas selecting school choice as a legislative priority for the upcoming 2023 state legislative session, parents and citizens are eager to see how the Republican-controlled Texas Legislature will respond.
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Please read the invitation below from Norma Blackwell, the Executive Director of CASA of Central Texas. A significant number of us are present and past volunteers of this inspiring organization that does so very much for the children in Comal and neighboring counties. You may recall that a representative from CASA Centex was our Guest Speaker earlier this year!
WHAT IS COURT REALLY LIKE? Find out when you observe court with one of our trainers. See first-hand, real-life hearings that affect children in our community. Court is currently online so you can participate from your computer. Just register for a date below and you will be provided with a link to join us via Zoom. Tuesday, July 12 9 – 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 13 9 – 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 19 9 – 11 a.m. Norma Castilla-Blackwell CEO nblackwell@casacentex.org (830) 626-2272 X102 |
**FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO MEMBERS AND EXEC COMMITTEES**
State Senator Donna Campbell, M.D. will hold a virtual Townhall on the crisis at the U.S. Southern Border on Thursday, July 28 to answer and/or discuss your concerns
(time is TBD but we will notify you in plenty of time).
Please email any and all questions on the border to Joyce Yannuzzi, District Director no later than Saturday, July 16. This will allow Senator Campbell the opportunity to consult with the Governor's office, the Attorney General's office, the Border Patrol, DPS, etc.
on anything specific you would like to know
Joyce Yannuzzi
District Director
State Senator Donna Campbell, M.D.
Texas Senate District 25
www.donnacampbell.com
State Senator Donna Campbell, M.D. will hold a virtual Townhall on the crisis at the U.S. Southern Border on Thursday, July 28 to answer and/or discuss your concerns
(time is TBD but we will notify you in plenty of time).
Please email any and all questions on the border to Joyce Yannuzzi, District Director no later than Saturday, July 16. This will allow Senator Campbell the opportunity to consult with the Governor's office, the Attorney General's office, the Border Patrol, DPS, etc.
on anything specific you would like to know
Joyce Yannuzzi
District Director
State Senator Donna Campbell, M.D.
Texas Senate District 25
www.donnacampbell.com
Greetings from Historic Fort Sam Houston, Joint Base San Antonio!
In collaboration with the San Antonio Blues Society and Sam’s Burger joint, we are hosting a Military Appreciation Night at Sam's Burger Joint in San Antonio, TX, on Wednesday, the 27th of July 2022. Sam's Burger Joint is San Antonio's premier Live Music venue and Burger Joint. Sam’s Burger Joint and Music Hall is known to both artists and appreciative fans alike as the best music room in San Antonio. With an excellent sound system, an unobstructed view, great food and a diverse line-up of acts, it’s not hard to see why it has that reputation.
We are asking members of the local community, to include local DoD Civilians and local Veterans groups, to sponsor young active duty service members by purchasing a ticket in advance and donating it to a Soldier, Airman, Sailor or Marine stationed at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA). These service members are a long way from home and are here in San Antonio for training & certification prior to shipping out to their permanent duty stations around the world. Many have less than one year in service and are experiencing being away from home for the first time. We’re working with units on Joint Base San Antonio to try and get these young service men and women out of the barracks for a night. By demonstrating our appreciation for their service, and showing these young service men and women they are welcomed by our community, we hope to boost their morale and help prevent suicides.
NOTE: Advance Tickets are only $10. We are not asking for any cash donations, only that your organization sponsor a Soldier or Airman by providing them with a donated ticket to the event. If it's within your budget, you or your individual members can sponsor more than one Service member.
If anyone would like to sponsor an active duty service member, you can buy a ticket online, then send the PDF file/Ticket Receipt to: Blues_Like_It_Usta_Wuz@outlook.com. We will ensure the ticket you’ve purchased is given to a Soldier or Airman so they can attend the event on the 27th of July 2022.
Organizations and individuals can sponsor up to eight (8) Soldiers here at JBSA, (the maximum amount of tickets you can buy at one time). Here's the link:
https://wl.seetickets.us/event/BLUES-LikeItUstaWuz/486645?afflky=SamsBurgerJointSanAntonio&fbclid=IwAR0IV36p7B1l30iRFV2egA35lM9ferqVbaKKXHhwDx_AMCNa4tKgE2JLnrY
Also, if your organization would like your logo displayed on the large banner showing our sponsors, please send me an image of your logo no later than the 20th of July so that we have time to include it on the banner.
I am your Point of Contact for any questions.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
"Rudy"
Rodolfo A. Morales Miranda, LSSBB, CMAP
GS-14, Branch Chief/Program Manager
Virtual / Constructive Training Branch (VCTB)
Soldier Training Support Program (STSP)
HQ-IMCOM G7 Training Division
Joint Base San Antonio, TX 78233
PERSONAL CELL: 703-615-0711
OFFICE: 210-466-0245
In collaboration with the San Antonio Blues Society and Sam’s Burger joint, we are hosting a Military Appreciation Night at Sam's Burger Joint in San Antonio, TX, on Wednesday, the 27th of July 2022. Sam's Burger Joint is San Antonio's premier Live Music venue and Burger Joint. Sam’s Burger Joint and Music Hall is known to both artists and appreciative fans alike as the best music room in San Antonio. With an excellent sound system, an unobstructed view, great food and a diverse line-up of acts, it’s not hard to see why it has that reputation.
We are asking members of the local community, to include local DoD Civilians and local Veterans groups, to sponsor young active duty service members by purchasing a ticket in advance and donating it to a Soldier, Airman, Sailor or Marine stationed at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA). These service members are a long way from home and are here in San Antonio for training & certification prior to shipping out to their permanent duty stations around the world. Many have less than one year in service and are experiencing being away from home for the first time. We’re working with units on Joint Base San Antonio to try and get these young service men and women out of the barracks for a night. By demonstrating our appreciation for their service, and showing these young service men and women they are welcomed by our community, we hope to boost their morale and help prevent suicides.
NOTE: Advance Tickets are only $10. We are not asking for any cash donations, only that your organization sponsor a Soldier or Airman by providing them with a donated ticket to the event. If it's within your budget, you or your individual members can sponsor more than one Service member.
If anyone would like to sponsor an active duty service member, you can buy a ticket online, then send the PDF file/Ticket Receipt to: Blues_Like_It_Usta_Wuz@outlook.com. We will ensure the ticket you’ve purchased is given to a Soldier or Airman so they can attend the event on the 27th of July 2022.
Organizations and individuals can sponsor up to eight (8) Soldiers here at JBSA, (the maximum amount of tickets you can buy at one time). Here's the link:
https://wl.seetickets.us/event/BLUES-LikeItUstaWuz/486645?afflky=SamsBurgerJointSanAntonio&fbclid=IwAR0IV36p7B1l30iRFV2egA35lM9ferqVbaKKXHhwDx_AMCNa4tKgE2JLnrY
Also, if your organization would like your logo displayed on the large banner showing our sponsors, please send me an image of your logo no later than the 20th of July so that we have time to include it on the banner.
I am your Point of Contact for any questions.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
"Rudy"
Rodolfo A. Morales Miranda, LSSBB, CMAP
GS-14, Branch Chief/Program Manager
Virtual / Constructive Training Branch (VCTB)
Soldier Training Support Program (STSP)
HQ-IMCOM G7 Training Division
Joint Base San Antonio, TX 78233
PERSONAL CELL: 703-615-0711
OFFICE: 210-466-0245
Canyon Lake Republican Women came ready for a parade today! Paula Schuldheisz, our "Float Master" came prepared for all contingencies - all we had to do was show up and help! As you can tell by the photos, we came to have fun and we did!
Many thanks to Paula, Beth Bready, Pam Smith, Nita King, Carolyn Besselman, Janet Blum, Marsha Cooper, Kathy Beam, Becky Swindal, and Jeanne Slupik for braving the heat and showing all how to have a good time!
The crowd was great and they loved us!
We had to include a photo of the Comal Sheriff's Office Honor Guard - great volunteers who also support our Freedom Walk on 9-11. Our heroes today were Jerry Besselman, Jim Hynes, and John Schuldheisz - the best "go to guys" ever! We are so thankful for our supportive husbands!
Many thanks to Paula, Beth Bready, Pam Smith, Nita King, Carolyn Besselman, Janet Blum, Marsha Cooper, Kathy Beam, Becky Swindal, and Jeanne Slupik for braving the heat and showing all how to have a good time!
The crowd was great and they loved us!
We had to include a photo of the Comal Sheriff's Office Honor Guard - great volunteers who also support our Freedom Walk on 9-11. Our heroes today were Jerry Besselman, Jim Hynes, and John Schuldheisz - the best "go to guys" ever! We are so thankful for our supportive husbands!
Comal County to restrict certain fireworks due to drought conditions
‘Skyrockets with sticks’ or ‘Missiles with fins’ banned beginning June 24
Due to extreme drought conditions, Comal County is
restricting the use of certain fireworks.
Comal County Commissioners adopted an order Tuesday that bans “skyrockets with sticks” or “missiles with fins”
in unincorporated areas of Comal County.
The order goes into effect June 24, a news release said.
“We don’t want to limit what can be sold or used during upcoming celebrations,” said Comal County Fire Marshal Kory Klabunde. “Due to the extreme drought and severe fire danger the county is experiencing and for the safety of our citizens and their property, we are restricting the sale and use of rockets with sticks and missiles with fins
until the drought conditions no longer exist.”
A violation of the order is considered a Class C misdemeanor. The order remains in effect until the Texas Forest Service determines drought conditions no longer exist in Comal County.
For more information about the order,
contact the Comal County Fire Marshal’s office at 830-643-374
‘Skyrockets with sticks’ or ‘Missiles with fins’ banned beginning June 24
Due to extreme drought conditions, Comal County is
restricting the use of certain fireworks.
Comal County Commissioners adopted an order Tuesday that bans “skyrockets with sticks” or “missiles with fins”
in unincorporated areas of Comal County.
The order goes into effect June 24, a news release said.
“We don’t want to limit what can be sold or used during upcoming celebrations,” said Comal County Fire Marshal Kory Klabunde. “Due to the extreme drought and severe fire danger the county is experiencing and for the safety of our citizens and their property, we are restricting the sale and use of rockets with sticks and missiles with fins
until the drought conditions no longer exist.”
A violation of the order is considered a Class C misdemeanor. The order remains in effect until the Texas Forest Service determines drought conditions no longer exist in Comal County.
For more information about the order,
contact the Comal County Fire Marshal’s office at 830-643-374
BURN BAN IS ON!
The Comal County Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for conducting fire investigations of all fires in the County where arson is suspected, the fire is undetermined by the fire department, and/or an injury or death has occurred.
The County Fire Marshal's Office is active in the area of Fire Prevention, designing programs in fire education that are geared towards all ages of County citizens. The Comal County Fire Marshal's Office is also responsible for building permits and inspections of new and remodeled structures relating to fire safety and law compliance
The County Fire Marshal's Office is active in the area of Fire Prevention, designing programs in fire education that are geared towards all ages of County citizens. The Comal County Fire Marshal's Office is also responsible for building permits and inspections of new and remodeled structures relating to fire safety and law compliance
Startzville 4th of July Parade
The Startzville parade starts at 10:00am on Monday the 4th. FM 2673 will be closed to all thru traffic starting at 9:50am and ending by Noon. The closure will encompass the 7600 block through the 9600 block of FM 2673. Anyone needing to travel through Startzville will need to plan accordingly.
Once the parade starts, no traffic will be allowed through.
We hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July weekend!!
The Startzville parade starts at 10:00am on Monday the 4th. FM 2673 will be closed to all thru traffic starting at 9:50am and ending by Noon. The closure will encompass the 7600 block through the 9600 block of FM 2673. Anyone needing to travel through Startzville will need to plan accordingly.
Once the parade starts, no traffic will be allowed through.
We hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July weekend!!
2000 MulesViewing
R to L: Sharon Lee, Nancy McNeely, Jeanne Slupik, Barbara Knight, Nita King & Becky Swindal
CLRW is ready for the July 4th Parade! We have all the volunteers needed for the float, but would love to see you on the parade route. This parade is in Startzville, on the southside of Canyon Lake. The key intersection is FM 2673 and FM 3159. Find a spot to park your vehicle (most back in and face the route), and wave like crazy when our float comes by! The parade starts at 10am, a change from years past so don't be late!
Legislative Priorities for 2023-2024
Protect our Elections: Restore felony penalties and enact civil penalties for Election Code violations, which shall be enforceable by any Texas jurisdiction, including the Texas Attorney General. Require citizenship verification of each voter. Restrict the distribution of mail-in ballots to only disabled, military, and citizens that are out of state. Reduce the time allowed for early voting, and eliminate the three-day gap between early voting and election day. Establish closed primaries in Texas. As technology evolves, we encourage the passage of legislation that ensures the security of our elections.
• Ban Democrat Chairs: To ensure all legislative Republican priorities are given a fair opportunity to become law, the Republican-controlled Texas legislature shall adopt a rule that would end the practice of awarding committee chairmanships to Democrats.
• Abolish Abortion in Texas: Abolish abortion by ensuring the right to life and equal protection of the laws to all preborn children from the moment of fertilization, including adopting effective tools to ensure the enforcement of our laws to protect life when district attorneys fail to do so.
• Stop Sexualizing Texas Kids: Repeal Texas Penal Code “Obscenity Exemption” 43.24(c), which allows children access to harmful, explicit, or pornographic materials and 43.25(f)(2 3), which allows sexual performance by a child. In addition, prohibit teaching, exposure, and/or discussion of sexual matters (mechanics, feelings, orientation, or “gender identity” issues), and prohibit use or provision of related books and other materials using criminal, civil or other enforcement measures.
• Ban Gender Modification of Children: Texas must ban chemical castration, puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, genital mutilation, bodily alteration surgery, psychological/social transitioning, and any other methods applied to or performed on children.
• Secure the Border and Protect Texans: Texas shall immediately deny all taxpayer funded services and subsidies to illegal aliens. We call upon the Governor to assert his duty under Article 1, Section 10, Clause 3 of the US Constitution to declare an invasion on our Texas border and do everything in his power to protect Texans from this invasion. The legislature shall direct the Governor to enter into an Interstate Compact with one or more states for Border Security.
• Parental Rights and Educational Freedom: Parents are the primary decision makers for their children in all matters. This authority shall be protected as an inalienable right. This shall include the choice of schooling where the money follows the child without strings attached, and enforcement and penalty mechanisms when parents' rights are violated. The right to education shall be free from any social theories.
• Defend Our Gun Rights: Protect our gun rights against threats, such as red flag laws, federal, state or other restrictions, by strengthening and preserving our inalienable rights under the second amendment to protect our life, liberty and property. The Texas Legislature should eliminate gun-free zones.
These priorities were chosen by over 5,000 voting delegates at the state convention, June 13-18 in Houston Texas. Delegates were presented with a list of 15 topics selected by the Legislative Priorities Committee after a comprehensive review of resolutions passed at the precinct and senate district levels of the convention process. Delegates were allowed to vote on 8 topics, which became the official Legislative Priorities of the Republican Party of Texas.
CLRW UPDATES for June 19
Canyon Lake Republican Women is a fabulous club and our members and associate members are amazing. As you can see by the photos from the Republican Party of Texas Convention, we also know how to have a good time! As always, many thanks to all who were able to attend and represent us!
We now count paid hours and hours for attending meetings. Thank you
1. Our own Beth Bready has made it to the Top Ten Callers list and this past week placed 8th with the Red Dialer VEP Team for TFRW! We are now at 75,000 registered voters and almost to our goal of 100,000. Way to go, Beth! Congratulations!
2. Thank you to Judge Deb Wigington and Teri Ann Parise who answered Nicole Bardwell's request for assistance with the Freedom Walk!
3. Raise the Money is now on-line and WORKING for payments to our September 17 FUNdraiser and for membership dues!
4. The "2000 Mules" flyer is out! Screenings are on June 28 and July 12.
Thanks to all!
Jeanne
2. Thank you to Judge Deb Wigington and Teri Ann Parise who answered Nicole Bardwell's request for assistance with the Freedom Walk!
3. Raise the Money is now on-line and WORKING for payments to our September 17 FUNdraiser and for membership dues!
4. The "2000 Mules" flyer is out! Screenings are on June 28 and July 12.
Thanks to all!
Jeanne
CLRW June 15 Business Meeting - President Jeanne Slupik with Guest Speaker George Rodriguez. George was informative, humorous, on point, and very gracious!!
And it's a wrap...Republican Party of Texas Convention in Houston is over! Amazing time
Flag Day, June 14, 2022 and Happy Birthday to the U.S. Army
June 2022
New Memberahip Oriention
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Last Day to Register to Vote
Tuesday, October 11, 2022* *First business day after Columbus Day
First Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Monday, October 24, 2022
Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked)
Friday, October 28, 2022
Last Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Friday, November 4, 2022
Last day to Receive Ballot by Mail
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, November 9, 2022 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)4
IMPORTANT DATES FOR NOVEMBER 8, 2022, GENERAL ELECTION
Tuesday, October 11, 2022* *First business day after Columbus Day
First Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Monday, October 24, 2022
Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked)
Friday, October 28, 2022
Last Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Friday, November 4, 2022
Last day to Receive Ballot by Mail
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, November 9, 2022 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)4
IMPORTANT DATES FOR NOVEMBER 8, 2022, GENERAL ELECTION
Our CLRW Community Relations Chair, Diane Schaule, has forwarded to me information from the New Braunfels Community Foundation that lists the ways we can assist the Uvalde Community. This is an excellent resource so please pass it on! Our Texas AG has already had to send out a warning message to be aware of fraudsters trying to profit from our goodwill. Stay safe and aware!
Prayers for Uvalde and Our Nation"As a former teacher, a mother and grandmother with grands in school, I’m heartbroken," said NFRW President Eileen Sobjack upon learning of Tuesday's tragic shooting at a Uvalde, Texas, elementary school. NFRW members are invited to join together in a prayer of comfort and healing from the NFRW Faith Coalition
"Father, we pray that you comfort the families and children of Uvalde, Texas.
"Father, protect, guard and keep our children. We pray that you give us wisdom on how to keep them safe.
"As we go forward, give us strategies to recognize warning signs and stop these violent incidents. More than anything, bring our nation back to Holiness and goodness. Help us to love our neighbors as ourselves.
"We commit these families and our nation to you. Make us once again, One nation under God!"
To the families of those involved in the senseless tragedy in Uvalde, and the community of Uvalde as a whole, words are not enough to describe our grief. The pure evil you have come face to face with is unfathomable. We pray through tears for your peace and healing. We pray that our nation awakens to how our society is failing our children, and we pray that we come together to rebuild the foundations of our great Nation so that every American child will be raised in a loving family, conscious of their value, and with a sense of purpose.
The Republican Primary Runoff election concluded yesterday. We will give you a recap tomorrow. Today is a time for us to stand together in unity as Americans and Texans. Not only for Uvalde, but for all of our children.
Thank you for standing with us.
Saving America,
Texas Republicans
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P.O. Box 2206, Austin, TX 78768
The Republican Primary Runoff election concluded yesterday. We will give you a recap tomorrow. Today is a time for us to stand together in unity as Americans and Texans. Not only for Uvalde, but for all of our children.
Thank you for standing with us.
Saving America,
Texas Republicans
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P.O. Box 2206, Austin, TX 78768
To the families of those involved in the senseless tragedy in Uvalde, and the community of Uvalde as a whole, words are not enough to describe our grief. The pure evil you have come face to face with is unfathomable. We pray through tears for your peace and healing. We pray that our nation awakens to how our society is failing our children, and we pray that we come together to rebuild the foundations of our great Nation so that every American child will be raised in a loving family, conscious of their value, and with a sense of purpose.
The Republican Primary Runoff election concluded yesterday. We will give you a recap tomorrow. Today is a time for us to stand together in unity as Americans and Texans. Not only for Uvalde, but for all of our children.
Thank you for standing with us.
Saving America,
Texas Republicans
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P.O. Box 2206, Austin, TX 78768
The Republican Primary Runoff election concluded yesterday. We will give you a recap tomorrow. Today is a time for us to stand together in unity as Americans and Texans. Not only for Uvalde, but for all of our children.
Thank you for standing with us.
Saving America,
Texas Republicans
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P.O. Box 2206, Austin, TX 78768
Our second newsletter of the year is now available! Please take the time to read it as it is full of very useful information! Kudos to all contributors and a huge thank you to our Editor, Barbara Knight, and her devoted assistants Julia Anne Tepera, Karen Hobson, and Diane Schaule.
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, CLRW members wore hats, t-shirts, etc. to the May Business Meeting. It was wonderful to recognize the service of our members, families and friends.
CLRW is so proud of our Canyon Lake High School Scholarship recipients! Pictured are Madison Hallmark; Ruth Diamond, CLRW Scholarship Chair, Madison Evans, and Jeanne Slupik, CLRW President.
Monday's C.H.A.T. - Chicks Having An Awesome Time. CLRW
assisted the Texas Federation of Republican Women by labeling and
mailing 1.086 "welcome" postcards to fellow Republicans in Comal County.
What a wonderful afternoon!
assisted the Texas Federation of Republican Women by labeling and
mailing 1.086 "welcome" postcards to fellow Republicans in Comal County.
What a wonderful afternoon!
The Greater San Antonio Council of the Texas Federation of Republican Women met on May 4 - the last meeting before the summer break. Our Guest Speaker was Chris Byrd, our newly elected State Republican Executive Committeeman for SD 25. Chris focused his briefing on the 10 principles that guide the SREC. He gave us quite the history lesson going back to Sir William Blackstone and the "Blackstone Commentaries." If you see him, be sure to congratulate him on his new grandchild.
Former longtime resident of Canyon Lake and member of CLRW, Jane Coble passed away on April 16 in Illinois, where she had moved to be closer to her family after her husband Lee died several years ago. There will be a memorial in a couple of months in their favorite place, Corpus Christi, Texas.
Sympathy notes may be sent to the family care of her daughter, Brenda Lindsey:
Brenda Lindsey
1807 Cypress Point Court
Mahomet, IL 68153
Sympathy notes may be sent to the family care of her daughter, Brenda Lindsey:
Brenda Lindsey
1807 Cypress Point Court
Mahomet, IL 68153
Please see the flyer below and email to your Republican friends, neighbors, family. We have posted all of the information listed on our website and included links as needed. We have also included "explanations" for the two constitutional amendments. MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT!
Trish Wyatt, who was a wonderful and dedicated Canyon Lake Community Volunteer, passed away on April 27 after battling a host of health issues. Please keep her husband, Peter, and their children in your prayers. Trish's Memorial Service will be May 10 at 2pm at the Oakwood Baptist Church. A reception will follow.
National Day of Prayer, May 5, CRRC Pavilion,
125 Mabel Jones Drive, Canyon Lake, Texas
125 Mabel Jones Drive, Canyon Lake, Texas
PHOTO: Marsha Cooper - 1st VP Programs, Kit Whitehill - President of
Texas Federation of Republican Women and Jeanne Slupik - President CLRW.
Kit Whitehill was the guest speaker at the annual Membership Luncheon
held at the Lakeside Country Club in Canyon Lake. The theme for the event
was "Wild About Texas". Attendees wore their favorite and unique Texas
hats where 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners were selected by judges. For more
information on CLRW, go to www.canyonlakerw.com.
Texas Federation of Republican Women and Jeanne Slupik - President CLRW.
Kit Whitehill was the guest speaker at the annual Membership Luncheon
held at the Lakeside Country Club in Canyon Lake. The theme for the event
was "Wild About Texas". Attendees wore their favorite and unique Texas
hats where 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners were selected by judges. For more
information on CLRW, go to www.canyonlakerw.com.
Congratulations to Bob Parks and the Hays County Republican Party for an outstanding event - the Lincoln Reagan Dinner on April 25. The Guest of Honor, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, gave an uplifting and powerful synopsis on how her state survived COVID and is now excelling at all levels. Our U.S. Congressman Chip Roy, who had just driven back from the border, gave a grim, detailed speech on the current conditions. We were thankful to have the opportunity to hear from two dedicated Republican leaders!
Hats Off to our CLRW VP - Membership, Brenda Potter, and her volunteers who created the perfect ambience for our "Wild About Texas" themed CLRW Membership Luncheon held on April 20. Our Guest Speaker was our very own TRFW President, Kit Whitehill, who focused her speech on educating our new members on the importance of the Texas Federation of Republican Women and the awards process. Of course, the hat contest contestants were again up to the challenge! We extend many a "Thank You!" to our judges: Patrick Seiler, Jim Hynes, and Harry Hingst. They had a tough job, but survived! Again, thanks to all for another CLRW memorable event!
VOTER INFORMATION GUIDE
CLRW Members at CASA Fundraiser
Dear CLRW Members,
Long time Associate Member Bob Wickman passed away this past Tuesday after battling a long illness. Bob was very active in the Canyon Lake community and was a former candidate for Commissioner PCT 1. Bob loved Canyon Lake, the Canyon Lake Noon Lions Club, golfing and many other activities. Please keep his wife Nancy and family in your prayers. I will pass on additional information as it becomes available.
Long time Associate Member Bob Wickman passed away this past Tuesday after battling a long illness. Bob was very active in the Canyon Lake community and was a former candidate for Commissioner PCT 1. Bob loved Canyon Lake, the Canyon Lake Noon Lions Club, golfing and many other activities. Please keep his wife Nancy and family in your prayers. I will pass on additional information as it becomes available.
Please consider attending the Comal County Fundraiser on April 14.
The Guest Speaker is Dr. Ben Carson, so come on!
We are blessed with an incredibly strong county chairman and volunteer staff but they need our assistance to stay open and available to all of us. Our club has directly benefited from their dedicated support of our fundraiser - last year the Headquarters, volunteers, and precinct chairs bought seven reserved tables for our fundraiser!
I have been coordinating with Susan Walker and Sharon Monge to ensure we are all more knowledgeable regarding the upcoming amendment and run-off elections.
Keeping Comal County RED is our responsibility.
See you there!
Dr. Ben Carson Fundraiser Click Below
The Guest Speaker is Dr. Ben Carson, so come on!
We are blessed with an incredibly strong county chairman and volunteer staff but they need our assistance to stay open and available to all of us. Our club has directly benefited from their dedicated support of our fundraiser - last year the Headquarters, volunteers, and precinct chairs bought seven reserved tables for our fundraiser!
I have been coordinating with Susan Walker and Sharon Monge to ensure we are all more knowledgeable regarding the upcoming amendment and run-off elections.
Keeping Comal County RED is our responsibility.
See you there!
Dr. Ben Carson Fundraiser Click Below
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Our Comal County Republican Party Fundraiser is on April 14 and the Guest Speaker is Dr. Ben Carson. Dr. Carson is an influential, kind, and true conservative whose message resonates with all of us. If you were at the Comal County Convention this past Saturday, you know we Republicans are on a roll and we owe much to our Comal County Republican Party Headquarters and volunteer staff. Ticket sales are on the upswing so get yours now! Please see attached flyer for more information. See you there!
100 Club Dinner
Becky Swindal, Janet Blum, Bernice Woolsey, Jeanne Slupik, Karen Baker,
Melinda Rapp, Donna Lee, Carolyn Besselman
Becky Swindal, Janet Blum, Bernice Woolsey, Jeanne Slupik, Karen Baker,
Melinda Rapp, Donna Lee, Carolyn Besselman
Please see note below from Deborah Wall, President, Camino Real Republican Women (CRRW) regarding the latest on the border and specifically the issue with Title 42.
Stay smart and send a thank you to Chip Roy for all he is doing regarding the border.
Border Care Project Report
Last Thursday, 24 March, with supplies donated by our Republican community, a team of volunteers with the Border Care Project made a trip to the Rio Grande Valley.
We were able to deliver four vehicles worth of hand sanitizer, insect repellent, wipes, sunscreen, first aid kits, and more directly to the agents. These supplies will be sorted by the agents for distribution to fellow agents in the field all the way to the Arizona border.
While there, an agent will give often us a briefing on the current situation involving apprehensions, human trafficking, fentanyl seizures and other illicit activity that will eventually impact ‘the interior’, ie us.
However for this briefing the agent focused on Title 42 and the impact of lifting that Trump era provision. Suffice it to say, the importance of this message was not lost on us— this will have a drastic impact on Texas. Let me explain.
Today, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, the Biden Administration is considering terminating the immigration rule that allows immigration officials to deny illegal aliens from declaring frivolous asylum claims. The Biden Administration is also considering ending Title 42, which prevents migrants with COVID or nations with contagious diseases from entering the U.S.
Removal of these two rules will exacerbate the border crisis. Thousands of migrants have already gathered on the Mexican side of the border, and they are ready to cross as soon as the rules are removed. This wave of migrants is described as a “tsunami” of migrants that will overwhelm border security.
Furthermore, because the nonprofit “charity” groups are helping to disperse the migrants throughout the country, state and local resources will be overwhelmed. Health, education, and public safety will feel the burden.
Over one million aliens have been caught since October 2021. The number will double or triple with the removal of these rules. America will be permanently “transformed” if this is allowed.
There must be a call to action for federal, state, and local elected officials to act.
Please send a ‘Thank you’ to Congressman Chip Roy for standing up for the citizens of Texas. Even though his district does not go to the border, this action of lifting Title 42 that he is fighting will most certainly have an impact on his district and all of the constituents of Texas.
https://www.dailywire.com/news/rep-chip-roy-slams-homeland-security-chief-in-new-letter-for-impeachable-conduct-over-border-title-42
Special thanks to George Rodriguez and John Fletcher for providing information for this letter.
Stay smart and send a thank you to Chip Roy for all he is doing regarding the border.
Border Care Project Report
Last Thursday, 24 March, with supplies donated by our Republican community, a team of volunteers with the Border Care Project made a trip to the Rio Grande Valley.
We were able to deliver four vehicles worth of hand sanitizer, insect repellent, wipes, sunscreen, first aid kits, and more directly to the agents. These supplies will be sorted by the agents for distribution to fellow agents in the field all the way to the Arizona border.
While there, an agent will give often us a briefing on the current situation involving apprehensions, human trafficking, fentanyl seizures and other illicit activity that will eventually impact ‘the interior’, ie us.
However for this briefing the agent focused on Title 42 and the impact of lifting that Trump era provision. Suffice it to say, the importance of this message was not lost on us— this will have a drastic impact on Texas. Let me explain.
Today, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, the Biden Administration is considering terminating the immigration rule that allows immigration officials to deny illegal aliens from declaring frivolous asylum claims. The Biden Administration is also considering ending Title 42, which prevents migrants with COVID or nations with contagious diseases from entering the U.S.
Removal of these two rules will exacerbate the border crisis. Thousands of migrants have already gathered on the Mexican side of the border, and they are ready to cross as soon as the rules are removed. This wave of migrants is described as a “tsunami” of migrants that will overwhelm border security.
Furthermore, because the nonprofit “charity” groups are helping to disperse the migrants throughout the country, state and local resources will be overwhelmed. Health, education, and public safety will feel the burden.
Over one million aliens have been caught since October 2021. The number will double or triple with the removal of these rules. America will be permanently “transformed” if this is allowed.
There must be a call to action for federal, state, and local elected officials to act.
Please send a ‘Thank you’ to Congressman Chip Roy for standing up for the citizens of Texas. Even though his district does not go to the border, this action of lifting Title 42 that he is fighting will most certainly have an impact on his district and all of the constituents of Texas.
https://www.dailywire.com/news/rep-chip-roy-slams-homeland-security-chief-in-new-letter-for-impeachable-conduct-over-border-title-42
Special thanks to George Rodriguez and John Fletcher for providing information for this letter.
The 56th Annual Texas Legislative Conference was held on March 25 at the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center. CLRW was once again honored to be an Associate Sponsor of this event which is "a nonpartisan organization of Texas business and political leaders who meet annually in New Braunfels to focus on public policy issues." The two panel discussions on "The Current State of Texas' Economy" and "The Latest in Politics in Texas" were very informative and the moderators and panelists very knowledgeable on the topics at hand.
Pictured are CLRW Members Carolyn Besselman, VP-Fundraising; Donna Eccleston, County Commissioner PCT 1; Jeanne Slupik, President; and Marsha Cooper, VP-Programs.
Pictured are CLRW Members Carolyn Besselman, VP-Fundraising; Donna Eccleston, County Commissioner PCT 1; Jeanne Slupik, President; and Marsha Cooper, VP-Programs.
Canyon Lake Republican Women was very well represented at the 2022 Comal County Republican Party Convention on March 26. A number of CLRW Members and Associate Members serve as Precinct Chairs. Other members assisted as Sergeants at Arms, Check-In Assistants, and other jobs as needed. Our own Sharon Monge was the Chair of the Nominations Committee - Comal County has 90 delegates plus a host of Alternates for the Republican Party of Texas Convention in Houston! Kudos to Laura Buske, Chair of the Resolutions Committee, and the Parliamentarian, Geoff Barr, for keeping that segment of the convention "moving" while the attendees voted on 9 resolutions. To Sue Piner and crew: "Hats off for a job well done!"
The CLRW March Business Meeting was a huge success - many new members, guests, and candidates in the room and our special treat was our Guest Speaker Matt Rinaldi, Chairman, Republican Party of Texas (RPT). Mr. Rinaldi gave a very "to the point" speech about this past legislative session, his goals for the RPT, and his vision for the June RPT Convention in Houston. Our "Wild About Texas" Membership Luncheon in April is now SOLD OUT! Brenda Potter, VP-Membership, put out the challenge during the meeting and it worked! Our Guest Speaker will be Kit Whitehill, President, Texas Federation of Republican Women.
***MEMBERSHIP Luncheon is SOLD OUT***
On March 4, CLRW Members attended the March meeting of the Greater San Antonio Council (GSAC) of the Texas Federation of Republican Women (TFRW). Pictured from left to right are: Jeanne Slupik, CLRW President; Carolyn Besselman, GSAC 1VP-Programs and our 3VP-Fundraising; and Marsha Cooper, our GSAC Representative and our 1VP-Programs. It was an excellent meeting with the primary focus on the 2022 Primary Election and the issues with mail in ballots. As usual, the meeting was a great opportunity to talk with members from our fellow TFRW clubs and hear about their meetings, programs, and fundraisers.
***TIME TO GET OUT AND VOTE***
***Attention: Members***
Please ensure YOUR vote counts and vote during the Primary Election! Early voting locations remain open 7am to 7pm through Friday evening. You can of course vote on March 1 if you prefer.
Call your Republican friends and set up a breakfast, lunch or dinner date to eat and vote. Have a party! Many of you attended the Comal County Republican Candidate Forum and met candidates at our business meetings. YOU are the informed voters and we need you to step up and vote!
My 98 year old Dad voted at Saint Francis by the Lake Episcopal Church today and he loved it. He walked in, sat in a chair, chose his candidates, had an assistant close by monitoring his needs and before he knew it he was done!
Thank you, Jeanne
Please ensure YOUR vote counts and vote during the Primary Election! Early voting locations remain open 7am to 7pm through Friday evening. You can of course vote on March 1 if you prefer.
Call your Republican friends and set up a breakfast, lunch or dinner date to eat and vote. Have a party! Many of you attended the Comal County Republican Candidate Forum and met candidates at our business meetings. YOU are the informed voters and we need you to step up and vote!
My 98 year old Dad voted at Saint Francis by the Lake Episcopal Church today and he loved it. He walked in, sat in a chair, chose his candidates, had an assistant close by monitoring his needs and before he knew it he was done!
Thank you, Jeanne
JOIN the CLRW March Business Meeting, Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at Lakeside Golf Club
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CLRW's February Business Meeting was packed with candidates, members, and guests. As of February 16, we have 111 paid Full Members and 50 paid Associate Members!!! Our Guest Speaker, Eloise Hudson from CASA of Central Texas, (https:texascasa.org) gave an excellent, highly informative briefing on their history, goals, needs, and the "link" they provide to the judges and CPS personnel in considering the best options for children in the system. Candidates or their representatives were each given one minute to introduce themselves and it was great to see so many again attend our meeting! As approved at the January meeting, we donated $6,750 to candidates in the Primary Election - all checks have been mailed to designated candidates.
Our Guest Speaker for March is Matt Rinaldi, Chairman, Republican Party of Texas! Do not miss this meeting! The theme for our April 20 www.raisethemoney.comMembership Luncheon is "Wild About Texas." The flyer will be out soon and the cost is $20.00 per person. We will again have the best hat contest and door prizes so get inspired as you know this club loves a best hat competition! Be a good Republican, round up your friends and VOTE!!!!!! Jeanne Slupik, President, CLRW |
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CANYON LAKE REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S ANNUAL MEMBERS LUNCHEON APRIL 20, 2022
Lake Side Golf Club
$20 ** Best Hat Theme ** Contest and Door Prizes
RSVP by April 13: 830.708.6587 or via email: Brenda@2Binsuranceservices.com
www.raisethemoney.com
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CANYON LAKE REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S ANNUAL MEMBERS LUNCHEON APRIL 20, 2022
Lake Side Golf Club
$20 ** Best Hat Theme ** Contest and Door Prizes
RSVP by April 13: 830.708.6587 or via email: Brenda@2Binsuranceservices.com
www.raisethemoney.com
politics.raisethemoney.com/CLRW-Membership-Luncheon-2022
CLRW Members spent a fun day buying and delivering much needed donations to the Brooke Army Medical Center Fisher House at Fort Sam Houston. We spent $556.97 on items we knew they NEEDED as our Military Liaison, Melinda Rapp, always coordinates her shopping list with the staff.
Pictured from left to right are: Robyn Stewart, Fisher House Manager; Star Carey, CLRW Associate Member; Jeanne Slupik, CLRW President, and Melinda Rapp, CLRW Military Liaison. Thank you CLRW for continuing this uplifting Caring for America Project!
Pictured from left to right are: Robyn Stewart, Fisher House Manager; Star Carey, CLRW Associate Member; Jeanne Slupik, CLRW President, and Melinda Rapp, CLRW Military Liaison. Thank you CLRW for continuing this uplifting Caring for America Project!
Canyon Lake Republican Women were co-sponsors of the Comal County Republican Candidate Forum, held on Monday, January 17, at the Village Venue in New Braunfels. CLRW provided for and manned the refreshment tables, provided Greeters for attendees and candidates, and assisted with audio visual support. We were honored to be part of this well organized event.
Thank you Comal County Republican Party for spearheading this highly successful evening.
Congratulations to CLRW!
Our January 19 Business Meeting was informative and productive! 14 candidates or their representatives were given the opportunity to introduce themselves; we passed the budget; passed proposed candidate donations; heard from our Guest Speaker, State Representative District 73 Kyle Biedermann; and received reports from our Executive Board and Committee Chairmen. We accomplished all of this in less than two hours! Thank you Membership as we already have 99 PAID Full Members and 43 PAID Associate Members. We are starting 2022 RIGHT
Cindy Payne, Canyon Lake Republican Women's incoming CLRW Treasurer, was awarded one the 10 Outstanding at the Texas Federation of Republican Women's biannual convention. The winners were chosen based on their activities in Federation, Campaign, Republican Party and Community Activities. PHOTO:( L to R) Eileen Sobjack - National Federation of Republican Women President elect, Cindy Payne - Canyon Lake Republican Women Treasurer elect and Glynis Chester - Texas Federation of Republican Women President 2020-2021. President Trump @ CPAC
October 4, 2021 was the deadline to register to vote in the November 2 election. On November 2, 2021, we will vote on constitutional amendments and on school bond issues.
All CLRW members are STRONGLY encouraged to become Deputy Voter Registrars in order to participate in our critical voter registration project over next several months. If you have been a Deputy Voter Registrar in the past, you also to renew your training.
If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer Deputy Registrar, you must attend training. Classes for the remainder of 2021 will be held on the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Comal County Elections Office, 396 N. Seguin, New Braunfels. On your application please indicate which month you will attend.. You must be registered in order to attend the class. Absolutely NO walk-ins are allowed. YOU MUST RSVP IN ORDER TO ATTEND THE CLASS. Submit your RSVP online or call the Elections Office at 830-221-1352. You will receive a confirmation email after applying online. |
Canyon Lake Republican Women were recognized at the Texas Federation of Republican Women's biannual convention with 5 Diamond Awards. Those Awards were for Americanism, Caring for America, Best Newsletter, Achievement and most Volunteer Hours. The Diamond Achievement is an award presented to clubs that demonstrate excellence in Membership Development, Campaign Activities, Community Relations, Programs and Club Functions. PHOTO: Carolyn Besselman - CLRWPresident, Governor Greg Abbott and Cecilia Abbott.
We were very blessed to have Lawrence Spradley as our speaker at the 9/11 commemoration. A very thoughtful talk. An exceptional September meeting! |
