THE CRIMSON TIMES Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Δ Dayton Alumnae Chapter

December 2015 Volume 4, Issue 4

Page 2—4...President’s Desk

Page 5……..First Vice Says

Pages 6-7……Social Action

Page 8………Debutante Ball

Page 9…………....Delta ERT

Page 10….…Financial Fortitude

Page 11….…...OH Founders Day

Page 13…….Hope and Courage

Pages 14- 17….U Need 2 Know

Page 18……...…...Soror Salute

In This Issue:

From the President’s Desk

Merry Christmas Sorors!

It is hard to believe that we are half way through this program year. Stay tuned the best is

yet to come. Thank you sorors for your service and your support.

At this season when we pause to celebrate of birth of our savior Jesus Christ I send to each

of your families prayers for love, peace, joy and prosperity. May we as sisters keep the joy

and spirit of the season in our hearts, always.

Merry Christmas!

Sherrè

On November 18th the oldest member of our chap-

ter celebrated her birthday.

HAPPY 95TH

BIRTHDAY SOROR

WILMA ROBINSON

Dayton Alumnae Chapter

December Meeting Location

Shiloh Church, UCC

5300 Philadelphia Drive

Dayton, Ohio

(Corner of Philadelphia and North Main Street)

Entrance Door 1

December 1, 2015

Doors Open at 6:05 p.m.

Sign-in: 6:10 – 6:20

Opening Ceremony

Chapter Meeting

Formal Closing

Christmas Social and Fellowship

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Bring a new baby item (supplies/

clothes) for a donation to “SoLoved”

charitable organization

Chapter 13 Committee will collect the

items

DAYTON ALUMNAE CHAPTER MEETING TUESDAY,

December 1, 2015 6:05 P.M.

Shiloh Church 4300 Philadelphia Drive

Dayton, Ohio

Meeting Agenda

Δ Chapter Opening Δ Agenda Review/Approval Δ Minutes Δ Correspondence Δ Treasurer Report Δ Financial Secretary Δ President's Report Δ 1st VP Report Δ 2nd VP Report Δ Delta Heritage Moment (3 minutes) Δ Social Action Emphasis (3 minutes) Δ Committee Reports - Community Programs & Social Action

○ Debutante Ball ○ College Roundtable ○ International Awareness ○ Financial Fortitude

- Sisterhood

○ Ohio/Michigan Cluster ○ Peppermint Ball ○ Founders Day ○ Courtesy ○ Membership Services

Unfinished Business New Business Violet Awards Announcements (Written copy required)

Closing

PLEASE BRING A COPY OF THE AGENDA WITH YOU TO THE MEETING

From the Desk of the First Vice President

Greeting Sorors

Kudos to Soror Ashley Peterson and her Debutante Committee for an informative and elegant Acceptance Tea. Thanks to all the Sorors who came out to support the kickoff of another Debutante Season. The Debs looked beautiful and were excited to be a part of this annual Debutante tradition.

Our 2015 “Simply Fabulous Gala” (Peppermint Ball) promises to be a wonderful evening of music, dancing and fellowship. I hope to see my sisters step out in grand style to partake in what is surely to be a grand time had by all.

As we embark on the holiday season let’s remember that we all have so much to be thankful for. Reach out to a Soror who has been missing from our sisterhood. A card, phone call or text goes a mighty long way. The hustle and bustle of the holi-days can be overwhelming and we all could use some sisterly love.

Wishing you and your family a joyful and blessed holiday season.

Delta Love Always

Soror Kim Browner

Social Action: It’s What We Do

Dayton Alumnae Chapter Is hosting a

College Roundtable Saturday, December 19, 2015

11:00 AM ~1:00 PM

St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church

5301 Free Pike

Who is invited?

College Freshmen High School Seniors High School

Juniors

Parents Guardians Grandparents Debutantes

Escorts

Anyone interested in the college going process!

What will you learn?

How to pay for College Scholarships 101 College

Readiness

Financial Aid Info FAFSA Info College Sustainability

Don’t Wait . . .

Reserve your seat now!

Register online by December 11, 2015

Seating is limited.

Go to: Socialactiondaytondst@yahoo.com

The social action committee is hosting a college roundtable.

Please encourage high school junior/seniors that you know and their par-ents to attend.

Social Action: Continued What we Need to Know:

Who makes important legislative decisions that impact our communities; When and where these decisions are made; How to contact the decision makers.

What We Need to Do: Get up, Stand up, Stand up for your rights! Don’t give up the fight!

Please familiarize yourselves with these websites and contact information. Whenever possible, reach out to your state representative and consider attending the council meetings in your area and in Montgomery County. USE YOUR VOICE!

State and Federal Ohio Legislators:

Ohio State Representatives (State Legislature) http://www.ohiohouse.gov/members/member-directory Ohio State Senators (State Legislature) http://ohiosenate.gov/members/senate-directory Ohio is a state with two senators in the U.S. Senate and 16 representatives in the U. House of Representatives https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/OH

Launched in 2004, GovTrack helps everyone learn about and track the activities of the United States Congress. This is a project of Civic Impulse, LLC. GovTrack.us is not a government website.

https://www.govtrack.us/developers

Dayton

1st, 3rd, 5th Wednesday evening of each month at 6:00 p.m.

2nd, 4th Wednesday morning of each month at 8:30 a.m.

City Hall, 101 W. Third St., 45402

937.333.3333

Trotwood

1st Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m.

3594 Snyder Road, Trotwood, Ohio 45426

937.854.7272

Huber Heights

2nd & 4th Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m.

6131 Taylorsville Road, Huber Heights Ohio 45424

937.233.1423

Beavercreek

1st and 4th Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m.

City Hall, 1568 Resource Park Drive, Beavercreek, OH 45432

937.320.7388

Vandalia

1st & 3rd Mondays of each month at 7:00 p.m.

333 Jane Bohannon Drive, Vandalia, OH

937.898.5891

Centerville

3rd Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Muncipal Bldg., 100 West Spring Valley Road, Centerville, OH 45458

937.433.7151

Englewood:

1st & 3rd Mondays of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Englewood Civic Center, 2nd floor, 1100 Englewood Pkwy.

303.762.2407

Montgomery County Commission

EVERY Tuesday@1:30pm.This session is videotaped.

451 W. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402

10th Floor Montgomery County Administration Bldg.Rm. 1001

937. 225-6491

A Historical Event in Delta History

“PHENOMENAL and PROUD”

At the 1996 National Convention in Orlando, FL, living Sorors who were members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for 50 years and More were given special recognition. Under the leadership of our 20th National President, Soror Bertha M. Roddey, these Sorors [1917-1996] were awarded a special 50 year pin . This was the first time Sorors with 50 years and more were awarded with a special 50 year pin. Soror Marie Legrand Hackley Wright who was initiated in Beta Chapter in 1917 was the oldest member present to receive the 50 year pin.

The following Dayton Alumnae Chapter members were recognized with during this historical first:

Charity Adams Early Beta Chapter 1935

Mildred Carter Simmons Beta Chapter 1935

Ada Clark Barriteau Beta Chapter 1937

Wertha Reid Dugger Smith Beta Chapter 1938

Ernestine Bell Smalls Alpha Chapter 1944

Soror Mary Howie

Chapter Heritage and Archives

Heritage and Archives : DAC Pride

2016 Debutante Ball

The Debutante Ball Committee would like to provide a reminder that we will continue to accept applications for the

2016 season through January 3rd. If you know of any female high school seniors who may be interested in applying or

any young men willing to serve as escorts, please direct them to daytondstdebball@gmail.com or 937-668-2808 for

additional information.

Thank you,

Ashley Peterson

2016 Debutante Ball Chairperson

Delta Emergency Response Team DAC’s Delta ERT's key word in an emergency is HADD Help A Delta Dear

Disasters can bring about significant stress. This is espe-cially true if you have experienced a previous disaster. The good news is that many people have experience coping with stressful life events and are naturally resili-ent—meaning we are designed to bounce back from diffi-cult times. Here is some information on how to recognize your current feelings and tips for taking care of the emo-tional health of you, your family and your friends. When we experience a disaster or other stressful life event, we can have a variety of reactions, all of which can be com-mon responses to difficult situations. These reactions can include:

❏ Feeling physically and mentally drained.

❏ Having difficulty making decisions or staying focused on topics.

❏ Becoming easily frustrated on a frequent basis.

❏ Frustration occurring more quickly and more often.

❏ Arguing more with family and friends.

❏ Feeling tired, sad, numb, lonely or worried.

❏ Experiencing changes in appetite or sleep patterns. Most of these reactions are temporary and will go away over time. Try to accept whatever reactions you may have. Look for ways to take one step at a time and focus on taking care of your disaster related needs and those of your family. Getting ourselves and our lives back in a rou-tine that is comfortable for us takes time.

❏ Take care of your safety. Find a safe place to stay and make sure your physical health needs and those of your family are addressed. Seek medical attention, if neces-sary.

❏ Eat healthy. During times of stress, it is important that you maintain a balanced diet and drink plenty of water.

❏ Get some rest. With so much to do, it may be difficult to have enough time to rest or get adequate sleep. Giving your body and mind a break can boost your ability to cope with the stress you may be experiencing.

❏ Stay connected with family and friends. Giving and getting support is one of the most important things you can do.

❏ Be patient with yourself and with those around you. Recognize that everyone is stressed and may need some time to put their feelings and thoughts in order.

❏ Set priorities. Tackle tasks in small steps.

❏ Gather information about assistance and resources that will help you and your family members meet your disaster-related needs.

❏ Stay positive. Remind yourself of how you’ve success-fully gotten through difficult times in the past. Reach out when you need support, and help others when they need it. Let Your Family Know You’re Safe If your community experiences a disaster, register on the American Red Cross Safe and Well Web site available through RedCross.org to let your family and friends know about your welfare. If you don’t have Internet access, call 1-866-GET-INFO to register yourself and your family. Be Red Cross Ready Taking Care of Your Emotional Health after a Disaster Be aware of what you may be feeling now. Take action. If you still don’t feel better. Each positive action you take can help you feel better and more in control. For more information on disaster and emergency preparedness, visit RedCross.org. Many people have experience coping with stressful life events and typically feel better after a few days. Others find that their stress does not go away as quickly as they would like and it influences their rela-tionships with their family, friends and others. If you find yourself or a loved one experiencing some of the feelings and reactions listed below for 2 weeks or longer, this may be a sign that you need to reach out for additional assis-tance. • Crying spells or bursts of anger • Difficulty eating • Difficulty sleeping • Losing interest in things • Increased physical symptoms such as headaches or stomachaches • Fatigue • Feeling guilty, helpless or hopeless • Avoiding family and friends For additional resources, contact your local Red Cross Disaster Mental Health or community mental health pro-fessional. Copyright © 2009 by the American National Red Cross | Stock No. 658622 Please seek immediate help if you or someone you know is feeling that life isn’t worth living or if you are having thoughts of harming yourself or others. You can also con-tact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or SuicidePreventionLifeline.org. In Sisterhood,

Soror Cheryle Smith

One big holiday completed – one to go. Last month we provided tips on how to keep Thanksgiving spending under control. This month we will look at ways to control our expenditures for Christmas gifts.

1. Start Shopping Early. Christmas happens the same time every year - December 25th - so there is no reason to be blindsided when it arrives. Shop all year long for Christmas presents and take advantage of sales.

2. Make a List. Make a list of the people you would like to give a Christmas present to this year. Oth-erwise, you can quickly run out of money before you have purchased for half of those on your list.

3. Set a Spending Limit for Each Person. Determine how much you are willing to spend on each per-son and stick to that amount. Once you have set your limit for each person, you will have created your budg-et for Christmas gifts.

4. Choose Shopping Destinations Wisely. Stay out of Saks Fifth Avenue if you are on a Target budg-et. Otherwise you will spend more than what you have allocated.

5. Send Gifts Early. Buy gifts early and send them early enough (at least one week before Christmas) so that you are reducing the amount of money spent for priority and overnight shipping.

6. Buy Holiday Cards in Bulk. One Christmas card by Hallmark can cost you at least $3.00 per card. A box of 15 cards can run about $5.00. You can find the bulk cards in any discount store such as Target or Wal-Mart.

7. Re-use Last Year’s Wrapping Paper. You can easily use leftover paper, boxes and bags from last year if they are in good condition. Also, think outside the box when it comes to wrapping paper – Sunday comics, old maps, and extra wallpaper can be used to make a gift look very enticing.

8. Be Creative. Handmade gifts are really special and in many cases can be less expensive than buy-ing gifts.

So, think about these things as you shop for your family and friends. This season of giving will be much more joyful if we have kept our spending under control. Truly, “If we take care of the pennies…”

Merry Christmas! Deborah Gaston and the Financial Fortitude Committee

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Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

47 Midwest Regional Conference Scarf – Order Form

Order between Dec. 1 and Jan. 31 to receive by March 31

P.O. Box 1364

Indianapolis, IN 46206

rcscarf@dstiac.org

Please select how you wish to order:

(I)ndividual Order

(C)hapter Order

Name:

Phone Number:

Please complete this section for Individual Orders Instructions: Mail your form and payment directly to IAC by Nov. 30

Delivery Address:

Please complete this section for Chapter Orders Instructions: Return your form and payment to your Chapter Financial Secretary by

Chapters can mail in orders by Jan. 31

Chapter Name: Chapter Address:

Scarf Color - Note: The red scarf will be worn during

(I) - Shipping

(C) - Shipping Delta Days in the Nation's Capital and the Social Action

Luncheon during our 47th Midwest Regional Conference. $ scarf $ scarf Total

Red Qty: ____ x $25.00 = $_____ + $ $ $

Black Qty: ____ x $25.00 = $_____ + $ $ $

Grand Total: $_______________

Form of acceptable payment for individual orders: Cashier check or money order made payable to: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Celebrating Ohio Statewide Founders Day,

Recommitting Ourselves to the Vision and Mission of Our Founders

Friday, March 18th, 2016 – Saturday, March 19th, 2016

Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center

Cleveland, Ohio

FRIDAY ACTIVITIES SATURDAY ACTIVITIES

(Attire-Delta casual) (Attire-Black, NO PANTS)

Registration (begins @ 4 pm) Rededication

Social Action Fireside Chat & Chew Shopping with Vendors

Shopping with Vendors Founders Day Luncheon

Mix/Mingle with Sorors (25/50 year awards & Ohio chapter awards)

COST: Alumnae Sorors and Delta Dears $100/November 1st, 2015-January 13th, 2016; increase to $125/January 14th, 2016-

March 1st, 2016

Collegiate Sorors $75/November 1st , 2015-March 1st , 2016

REGISTRATION: Each Soror MUST individually register via https://eventbrite.com/e/ohio-statewide-founders-day-2016-

registration-18896031539.

Payments must be made by money order or chapter check (payable to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.) and mailed to Delta Sigma

Theta Sorority, Inc.,

Attn: Statewide Founders Day Committee, P.O. Box 201875, Shaker Hts, OH 44120. Registration will not be complete until pay-

ment is received (in advance of stated deadlines).

HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS: Available at the Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center, 127 Public Square, Cleveland,

OH. A block of rooms has been reserved

for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. through February 18th, 2016 for $119/night. For Reservations: call 1-800-228-9290 or via

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/clesc-cleveland-marriott-downtown-at-key-center.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: contact OHSWFD2016@gmail.com

Hosted by The Greater Cleveland Alumnae Chapter

A Word from Soror Vashti Murphy McKenzie Rpt of “A Message of Hope and Courage.” Essence Magazine December 2015: 136

Sharon D. Platt,

Membership Services Chair

Hello My Sorors, Please keep us informed of all Delta Dears and other sorors who are sick, shut-in, home bound, in a nursing home, etcet-era. We want to assure that they are acknowledged. Additionally, we are asking each soror to please bring five (5) Christmas cards to the December Sorority meeting. These cards will be given to sorors in need of a sisterly touch. Please give your cards to Soror Mary Brown or Soror Jackie Wright. Any questions or concerns, please contact Soror Sharon D. Platt (937) 236-0946. Keep Smiling!!! Sharon Platt

Membership Services Chair

Membership Services

Greeting Sorors, Project 13 is still striving to reach our goal of 13% of are chapter membership becoming members of the NAACP Dayton Unit. You may mail your payment to the Dayton Unit of NAACP or you may turn it in to any member of the Project 13 Committee Members. The NAACP is one of our Project 13 Partners. Help us reach this important goal!

Soror Victoria Bellows

Project 13 Coordinator

Thank you so much for your continued support to our SSS Educational Funds. This

year we were able to give over $9,000 in support of our programs and scholarships.

The programs and scholarships were: The Dr. Betty Shabazz Research Academy,

Jr. GEMS, GEMS, EMBODI, Educational Symposium and the Debutante Ball Schol-

arships along with the Ruth Richardson Scholarship. Can we count on you to con-

tinue to give your tax-deductible donations? Pease give today! $25, $50, $100 or

whatever you can give.

Please make check payable to the Del Sig Foundation, Inc. On the memo line, write

“SSS.” Please send your check to: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Dayton Alum-

nae Chapter, ATTN: SSS Committee, PO Box 2316, Dayton, OH 45401. With your

donation of $25 or more, your name will be placed in the 2016 Debutante Journal.

To be recognized in the 2016 Debutante Journal, you must submit your donate by

Tuesday, March 1, 2016 (Executive Board Meeting). Please give today!

PEARL LEVEL - $100.00 or more

JEWELL LEVEL – 50.00 – $99.00

MINERVA LEVEL - $25.00 - $49.00

Yours in Delta!

Sharon D. Platt

Chair, Sorors Supporting Students Committee

THE “SSS EDUCATIONAL FUND” NEEDS YOU!!!

Sorors, our young men need us!

EMBODI: Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence was conceived to serve and empower young African American males, ages 13-17. It seeks to deliver life skills and access to opportunities for developing independence and success.

Let’s begin with an EMBODI taskforce charged with exploring the issues in our community, identifying local resources, developing a plan to partner with the best, and designing a method to implement programming for optimal outcomes! Your passion and expertise are needed!

Please join us at the Trotwood Library Meeting Room on Saturday, December 12th at 12:30p to impact our youth! If you wish to give me a call; I can be reached at 937-689-4292.

Thank you!

Simone Holder Nelson

Chair, EMBODI

EMBODI

Belinda Billingsley 12/1 Joyce Willis 12/4 Janis Bryant-Hayes 12/5 Ja’Marah Robinson 12/7 Teri Hazley-Wikerson 12/8 Sheri’ Wise 12/12 Peggy Wilson 12/12 Elvira Montgomery 12/15 Annette Wright 12/15 Mia Spells 12/17 Sandra Morgan 12/18 Ada Caraway 12/19 Stephanie George Lewis 12/21 Latoria Marcellus 12/22 Daisy Brown 12/23 Mozelle Garcia 12/24 Sherika Sales Ward 12/27 Iris Winburn 12/28 Cassie Marshall 12/28 Latoya McFarland 12/29 Anna McGuire-Davis 12/30 Yolanda Garmon 12/31 Kellye Jackson 12/31 Kathy Henry 12/31

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

DAYTON ALUMNAE CHAPTER

P. O. BOX 2316

DAYTON, OH 45401-2316

DSTDAYTON_ALUMNAE@YAHOO.COM

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