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Letter From the President Danielle Yates
Hi ladies!
It was so great seeing some
familiar faces and meeting
many new WDC DGs at the
fall kickoff champagne
brunch. A huge thank you
to all of our chapter offi-
cers, coordinators and sis-
ters that provided the
yummy brunch food, and to
Tonya Richardson for orga-
nizing and Kerri Cox for
hosting. For those of you
who were not there, make
sure you read on to find out
more about all of the excit-
ing announcements, events
and opportunities that we
shared.
NEWS BYTES
Interested in leadership op-
portunities with WDC DG?
Now is the perfect time to
get involved. It is time to
start planning for officer
elections, which will be held
in mid-March 2011. In prepa-
ration I’m looking for mem-
bers for a chapter nominating
committee. The nominating
committee is tasked with so-
liciting nominations for open
positions and putting to-
gether an election slate. If
you are interested in learning
more or would like to nomi-
nate a member for the nomi-
nating committee, please
contact me at presi-
Inside this fabulous issue:
SIG Events 2
dent@wdcdeltagamma.org.
Watch out for more elec- Foundation Focus 3
tions details coming soon!
Collegiate Update 4
I hope you all enjoy the start Cut Away Calendar 5
of fall and the last bit of
warm weather! See you at
the next chapter event on
October 23!
In the bonds,
Special points of interest:
Danielle Yates,
 Foundation Focus—
President
Step Out: Walk to Fight
Diabetes
 DG Sister Snapshots
from the Champagne
Brunch

What Not to Miss This Month by Tonya Richardson

Foundation Opportunity:
“Step Out: Walk to Fight
Diabetes.”
Protecting the gift of sight is
one of Delta Gamma's highest
priorities with our philanthropic
goal to help stop blindness be-
fore it starts. That is why we are
walking to fight Diabetes and its
common complications of sight
-threatening eye problems in-
cluding Glaucoma, Diabetic
Retinopathy and Cataracts.
Please join the fight and come
have some fun with your sisters
by joining the Delta Gamma
"DO GOOD" Team. You can
participate by registering to walk
with us and/or by making a do-
nation in support! After the walk,
we’ll grab a light lunch. For more
information on how to join or
contribute to the WDC Delta
Gamma team, contact Christine
Rocchio at vpfounda-
tion@wdcdeltagamma.org.
Date: Saturday, October 23
Time: Registration starts 8 a.m./
Walk begins at 10 a.m.
Location: Washington Nationals
Stadium (Navy Yard Metro)
Cost: Free to walk!!
To register: Visit http://
main.diabetes.org/site/TR/
StepOut/
DistrictofColumbiaMetroArea?
team_id=485182&pg=team&fr_i
d=7239
 SIG Events
Book Club
Our next Book Club will be Tues-
day, October 12th at 7:30pm at a
member's home in Rosslyn.
Please contact Lindsey at book-
club@wdcdeltagamma.org for
more details.
DGs in DC & Dine Out
Join DGs in DC and Dine Out on
October 9 for Taste of George-
town! Taste of Georgetown
showcases the spectacular cuisine
of thirty of D.C.’s finest restau-
rants and features over sixty dishes
to sample. Contact Tracey at dine-
out@wdcdeltagamma.org for
event time or to RSVP.
Lunch Bunch
October 13, 2010 at 11:45 a.m.
Place: RIS - 2275 L Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037. We will
gather at RIS, owned by Ris La-
coste who for the last decade has
served as executive chef of
Georgetown’s celebrated 1789
Restaurant. In addition to a gour-
met lunch, we will have a private
tour of Ris’ kitchen. Please join us
for what is promised to be a
lively and most enjoyable sister-
hood experience.
Wine Tasting
California Girls Progressive Wine
Tasting and Potluck - Tuesday, Oc-
tober 5th. Join your fellow DG Wi-
nos for a progressive tasting of
California wines and delicious
dishes. All those that attend must
contribute approximately $12-14 in
wine and/or food. Bonus prizes for
gals that find Cali wines by women
winemakers! RSVP now as spots fill
-up fast! Event will be at a Mem-
ber's home in Gallery Place/
Chinatown area at 7pm.
For more information and to
RSVP, email Meredith at
wt@wdcdeltagamma.org
Moms Night Out
Join DG Moms (past sweet peas
bedtime!) for dinner and drinks on
Friday nights. Events have been
held at Chat Noir, Lebanese Tav-
erna, and Bilbo Baggins, from
Friendship Heights, Tysons Corner
and Alexandria. Contact sweet-
pea@wdcdeltagamma.org for more
information, to suggest a destina-
tion or to be added to the email list.
Sweet Peas
October 1, 2010, 10:00 AM – U.S.
Botanic Garden, Children’s Gar-
den, 100 Maryland Ave SW,
Washington, DC - Let your Sweet
Pea dig, water, and plant in the
Children’s Garden. The U.S. Bo-
tanic Garden lies in the shadow of
the Capitol and hidden inside is a
wonderland for kids. Fountains, a
miniature thatched hut and pint size
gardening tools will keep your
sweet pea enthralled. See http://
www.usbg.gov/your-visit/
index.cfm for museum details and
directions. For more information or
to RSVP, contact sweet-
pea@wdcdeltagamma.org

A Simple Way to Contribute to Delta Gamma

Each of us made a commitment to membership for a lifetime during our new member process. Delta Gamma continues
to grow and prosper thanks to the valuable commitment of members like you. Local dues are the only source of income
for the Washington, DC Alumnae Chapter. We ask you to pay your annual dues so we can continue to plan and support
new and exciting events and continue to reach out to Delta Gamma women living in the D.C. area. Please support your
fellow Washington, DC Delta Gammas!
What you get for paying dues:
 Receive a special member rate to attend WDC DG chapter events.
 Receive a new member welcome packet full of DG goodies.
 Remain in good standing with the Fraternity and Executive Offices.
 Ensure you continue to receive a subscription to the ANCHORA.
 Support the programs and events of WDC DG, including Founders Day and the Holiday Tea.
 Feel good about "Doing Good" by supporting Delta Gamma's national philanthropy Service for Sight and WDC
DG's local philanthropy the Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind.
 Connect with other DGs on MyDG, Delta Gamma's own social network.
Become a WDC Delta Gamma member today! It’s only $45.00 to become a member of the DC alumnae chapter, and
that includes your per capita dues. That’s less than $4 per month! Questions? Contact Katie Novaria,
vpmembership@wdcdeltagamma.org. Pay online at: http://www.wdcdeltagamma.org/payform.html.

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 Foundation Focus by Christine Rocchio
Meet Mike May
Mike May was blinded at age three. He
defied many people’s expectations by
breaking world records in downhill ski-
ing, becoming a successful inventor and
entrepreneur, along
with raising a fam-
ily. Then, he was
offered a revolu-
tionary surgery
which could restore
his vision. It would
allow him to possi-
bly do many things
for the first time
such as to drive, to
read, to see his
children's faces. Yet the procedure was
not without serious risks. Even if the
surgery worked, history was against him.
At the time, fewer than 20 cases were
known worldwide in which a person
gained vision after a lifetime of blindness
and each of those people suffered some
residual consequences.
Robert Kurson wrote May’s story in
―Crashing Through- The Extraordinary
True Story of the Man Who Dared to
See‖ which was released by Random
House publishers in 2007 and a movie
based on the book is currently being pro-
duced.
Delta Gamma sister- Jane Boynton (BZ-
Denison) of the Maryland Suburban
Alumnae Chapter knows Mike May per-
sonally and has invited any interested
DGs to meet him and hear his story at
one of 2 book discussions being held in
our area this month.
October 18 (Monday) at 3:15 PM-
Washington Episcopal School, 5600
Little Falls Parkway, Bethesda, MD
20816; OR
October 19 (Tuesday) at 7:00 PM.
9216 Burning Tree Road, Bethesda
MD 20817
*For inquiries and to RSVP, please e-
mail vpfoundation@deltagamma.org.
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Eye Opener- Monthly Vision Tip/
Fact:
Although it's true that carrots are rich
in vitamin A, which is essential for
sight, so are many other foods
(asparagus, apricots, nectarines, and
milk, for example). A well-balanced
diet can provide the vitamin A needed
for good vision.
Readers & Friendly Visitors Volun-
teer Program-Columbia Light-
house for the Blind: Volunteers are
matched with blind or visually
impaired adults to assist them
with necessary everyday activi-
ties, such as reading mail, help-
ing with household needs and
doing errands. Only 4 hours a month
is requested of volunteers to arrange
at their convenience.
If you are interested in learning more
about this much needed service and
how you can help, contact Jocelyn
Hunter at jhunter2@clb.org or (202)
454-6422.
Foundation Calendar
Calling all DGs….
October 23, 2010 (Saturday) at 10:00
AM: "Step Out" for the American
Diabetes Association at Washington
Nationals Park, 1500 S Capitol St SE.
For more information, see the ―What
Not to Miss‖ article on Page 1.
November 7, 2010 (Sunday):
"American Girl Fashion Show"
Fundraisers for the Prevention of
Blindness Society of Metropolitan
Washington. 2 shows- 10:00 AM &
2:30 PM. The Bolger Center, 9600
Newbridge Drive Potomac, Mary-
land.
Volunteers needed for Morning shift
(8 AM- 12:30 PM), Afternoon shift
(12:30- 5 PM) or All Day (8 AM- 5
PM with lunch provided). If trans-
portation needed, contact vpfounda-
tion@deltagamma.org.
Volunteers asked to wear black
slacks or skirts to go with T-shirt
provided.
Sign-up with Jennifer Heilman at
(202) 234-1010 or jheil-
man@youreyes.org or contact
vpfoundation@deltagamma.org.
December 16, 2010 (Thursday):
―Dining in the Dark‖ for the
Foundation Fighting Blindness at
the Ritz Carlton in Tysons Cor-
ner. It is a Fundraising event of-
fering a rare sensory awareness
experience that will take guests on
a journey of taste, sound and
touch… all in the dark.
Consider volunteering or being a
guest at the event. Additional
information available by contact-
ing Kerry Graves at
KGraves@FightBlindness.org or
(410) 568-0176.
Share Your Story! As Delta
Gammas, ―doing good‖ is what
we do. Whether it is volunteering
at homeless shelters, after school
tutoring, reading for the Blind or
participating in Walks for a multi-
tude of worthwhile causes, let us
know. Your story or that of a fel-
low Delta Gamma you think we
should hear about can be sent to
vpfoundation@deltagamma.org.
And remember, save those box
tops and labels!
Washington, DC
 Collegiate Updates—Beta Epsilon and Beta Rho
Beta Epsilon now has 15 beautiful and talented New Members for the Fall 2010 class. Recruitment went very
smoothly and the entire chapter is thrilled to have such a great new group. Thank you to all alumnae who helped out and
the parties and with voting! Some more updates:
 Anchor Clanker is quickly approaching and will take place on the AU Main Quad on Oct. 2. More informa-
tion below. We would love to see you there!
 BE's semesterly Charity Denim event was a great success this semester and raised over $250.
 BE will be hosting a CDC visit from Sept. 28 through Oct. 4

A letter from the women of Beta Epsilon:

Dear Alumnae of Delta Gamma,

We hope that this letter finds you in good health and happiness as this fall approaches.

Here at American University, classes have now started and we are working diligently to plan our largest philanthropy
event of the year, Anchor Clanker. As most of you know, as an organization we support a philanthropy known as Service
for Sight, which works to offer aid to the visually impaired, increase awareness about blindness and prevention of visual
impairment, and provide services to those living with a visual disability.
Our annual Anchor Clanker event is a day of field day activities, where campus organizations can sign up a team to com-
pete for local prizes and the title of Anchor Clanker Champion 2010. Last year we raised over $3000 that we donated
directly to our Foundation to better the lives of those in need of help from Service from Sight.
This year, however, in order to do even more good, we are reaching out to those who are close to our chapter members,
as well as alumnae in the DC area. It is always the case that even the smallest donation, be it through monetary donation,
gift certificates to local stores/restaurants, or volunteering during the day of our event, can do wonders to raise awareness
and profits for our cause.
We would greatly appreciate anything you could donate to our event. We are hoping for a general donation of $10, and
those who donate anything over $50 will be thanked publically at the conclusion of our field day, before the winning team
is announced. In addition, if you are interested in attending or volunteering during the event, please contact Kristen. Let
us assure you that 100% of every donation we receive from family, friends, or Alumnae will go directly to the Delta
Gamma Foundation. Please make checks out to ―Delta Gamma‖, and mail them to 4820 Earlston Drive, Bethesda, MD
20816.

Thanks so much for your time.
Kristen Cleveland
Vice President of Foundation
Annie Lovoi
Director of Anchor Clanker
Lily Emamian
Director of Alumnae Relations
DO YOU HAVE AN INTEREST IN SERVING ON THE
BETA RHO HOUSE CORPORATION BOARD????
If you have an interest in a position on the Beta Rho (George Washington Uni-
versity) Board of Directors please contact Debbie Osburne, President
(dosburne2001@yahoo.com). We are looking for a few more Alumnae to work
as elected members of the Board. Terms are for 3 years and each member of
the board sits on either the Housing Committee (oversees maintenance/upkeep
of the house) or the Furnishing Committee (works on the future decorative
look of the house) to ensure the Townhouse at GWU is always looking its best.
The board meets, in person, 4 to 5 times a year and the rest of the time we cor-
respond via email. Looking forward to hearing from you!

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Sister Snapshots—Champagne Brunch

Sisters enjoying the early afternoon catching up with old

friends, and meeting new members!

Eleanor Cartwright shows off her vintage

DG sweatshirt!

Upcoming Events

October 1 Sweet Peas—U.S. Botanic Garden

October 9 DGs in DC & Dineout—Taste of Georgetown
W A SHI N GTO N , D C
October 12 Book Club
D E L TA G AMMA
A L UM NAE C HA PT ER October 13 Lunch Bunch—RIS
October 23 DG Chapter Event—Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes
www.wdcdeltagamma.org