North Shore, Long Island Branch

New York State AAUW




The North Shore Branch was an AAUW 21st Century Recognition winner in 2003 − Gold at the national level and an AAUW-NYS winner, as well! In 2006, the Branch was a silver award winner on the State level.

The 21st Century program recognizes branches for advancing AAUW's mission through local programming.

The North Shore Branch also received 2006 awards from NYS AAUW for membership growth, communications and technology, and a Gold Peacock Award for diversity.

Officers - Meetings - History - Study & Action - Projects

Updated: 11-4-2007

Branch Officers

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Branch Meetings:

Third Thursday of the month at 12:15 PM, Our Lady of Grace, 28 Shelter Rock Road, Manhasset (next to Shelter Rock Rd. Elementary School).

Bring a sandwich—dessert and coffee available.

The Branch meetings feature our own members or outside guests who speak on timely and relevant topics or provide educational entertainment. A bring-your-own lunch with dessert and coffee provided by volunteer hostesses precedes a short business meeting and the program. The lunch setting provides an excellent opportunity for catching up with old friends, making new acquaintances and helping new members feel at ease. Past programs included piano and voice recitals, a panel presentation celebrating religious diversity, and a discussion on elder law.

The annual holly luncheon/fashion show in early winter provides much-needed fundraising for the Educational Foundation. In addition to delicious fare, guests have the opportunity to win raffle prizes donated by members. The March Branch meeting is a Fellowship Luncheon, where members learn about the Educational Foundation “fellows” in the area. The Annual meeting, held in May or June in a picturesque Long Island locale, brings the season to a successful close.

In 2007 we held two successful bridge luncheons , February and October, for the benefit of Legal Advocacy Fund

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STUDY and ACTION GROUPS

Study Groups:

These groups generally meet at the home of a member at 12:15 or in the evening. Other meetings are held at assisted living facilities or the local library. Trips are also planned to museums in New York City or on Long Island.

A new book discussion group, Non-Western Women Writers, was inaugurated this year. Sessions are held at a local restaurant.

The North Shore LI Branch represents the “best of AAUW” with its diverse membership, consistently innovative programming, and its concentration on educational pursuits.

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Action Projects:

North Shore LI Branch developed an ongoing effort to educate its members and the community at large about the evils of human trafficking of women. In spring, 2007, a discussion of the topic was held at New York Institute of Technology. Edward Maggio, NYIT Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Director of the NYIT Center for Security and Disaster Response, was the presenter. Pictured are (l. to r.):Carolina Bassal, Women's Association of NYIT; Dean Marcia Singer, NYIT; Dr. Edward Maggio, Esq. and Barbara Kaim, Co-President, North Shore Branch.

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Branch History

The North Shore, LI Branch was formed in 1939, with 20 members, as a daughter of the Queens Branch. An early project of the Branch was the establishment of the Manhasset Public Library, currently more than 50 years old.

Today our membership is close to 200 and includes both men and women. We are particularly proud of our diversity; our membership includes women with half-century age differences and several religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. All North Shore Branch members have the opportunity to participate in as many of the study and action groups as they wish, as well as attend the Branch meetings. (In 1956, Pearl Buck addressed one of the Branch meetings!)

News about all our meetings and activities can be found in our North Shore Branch Bulletin. Please send an e-mail request to Bulletin Editor Arlene Kelvin requesting our latest issue. You can reach the North Shore, Long Island Branch by contacting Co-President Joyce Beucher or Barbara Kaim. For membership information, contact Hannah Slote or Angela Schuldenrein, 718-225-0720.

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Study Group Descriptions

Music

North Shore AAUW members create music magic the second Tuesday of the month, either by performing vocal or instrumental selections or imparting knowledge of little known aspects of an opera or concerto. In 2007, the Study Group attended a rehearsal of the NY Philharmonic.

Film/Theater

Scheduled to meet the fourth Thursday of the month to view a new or classic film, the group sometimes opts for a weekend performance at an arts or historical theater. A highlight of the past season was a trip to Astoria for a screening of the original “Sunset Boulevard.” The group also travels to Long Island theatrical performances. In 2007, members attended a weekend performance at Hofstra University's Spiegel Theater.

Fine Arts/Antiques Group

Meeting on the fourth Tuesday of the month, Fine Arts & Antiques explores a myriad of topics ranging from hands-on demonstrations of painting techniques to a discussion/display of costume jewelry.

Issues

During its sessions on the first Wednesday of the month, the group delves into globally important issues such as women’s roles in underdeveloped or male-dominated societies, education funding reform, violence against women
and health-related problems and solutions.

Archeology/History

This group meets the fourth Monday of each month. Past discussions centered on various Roman, Greek and Persian historical highlights, with emphasis on the women of the period. A trip to the Glen Cove Holocaust Center was included in the fall 2006 lineup.

Bridge

A new addition to North Shore Branch, this group usually meets at 9:30 AM on the first Friday of the month. Novice and “pro” alike are joining in the stimulating action.

Evening Literature

Scheduled for the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM, this frequently spirited group affords working women and those for whom evenings are more convenient the opportunity to dissect classical and current books. Call 746-6816 for information.

Literature

The day literature group convenes monthly on the second Monday. Book selections are made by the group and include both fiction and non-fiction, current and classic. It’s a great way to meet new people and exchange ideas.

Travel

Members who attend travel group meetings on the first Monday of the month know they’ll have a “ring side seat” for a new adventure. Even the best traveled learn about seldom-visited spots or exciting restaurants or not-to-be-missed festivals from fellow Branch members who have “been there.” Some of the past programs included discussions about several aspects of cruising, traveling on the Amazon River and a trip to Ellis Island.

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