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Epsilon is...

KEY

WOMEN

EDUCATORS

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 representing
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SUSSEX and WARREN

Counties

of 

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New Jersey

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                 Leading women educators impacting education worldwide.



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​                  The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes                                       professional and personal growth of women educators
​                                       and excellence in education.


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Epsilon News

Summer Book Club Meeting - August 1, 2023
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The Epsilon Book Club met on a beautiful summer afternoon to enjoy a picnic lunch together and discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures, by Shelby VanPelt.

The Book Club is open to all sisters and their guests.  During the school year, to accommodate actively working teachers, we meet every other month at 5 PM for dinner and discussion.   

Our selection for the October 4th meeting is The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell, by Robert Dugoni.

For more information, contact Barb Edwards at johnbarbedwards8@gmail.com
                                                         Photo credit:  Barb Edwards

Tour of Rutherford Hall- July 26, 2023

What a great turnout for a fun and fascinating afternoon!  After an early lunch at Stella G's in Hackettstown, about 20 sisters met at Rutherford Hall for a private tour of its rooms and collections.   Our two docents, Joan and Rachel, were amazingly informative and engaging, sharing interesting details about the lives of the Rutherfords, from the Scottish ancestors who fought in the French & Indian War, to the early 20th century family who hosted the likes of FDR, to the current-day Rutherfords who continue to visit and contribute to the mansion's rich heritage.  Truly, Rutherford Hall and its dedicated volunteers (Friends of Rutherford Hall) are local gems!  Many thanks to Wendy Whipple for organizing this gathering.
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Spring Chapter Meeting- May 6, 2023

​Epsilon sisters gathered on a beautiful spring day at the Hampton Commons clubhouse to enjoy a tasty lunch buffet and an interesting & informative presentation on Monarch butterflies.  During the meeting, Morgan Bleakley was installed as a new member of Epsilon.  Welcome Morgan!  

Luncheon Photos.....
(courtesy of Barb Edwards)

Many thanks to Debbie Bifulco for teaching us all about how to raise and protect the magnificent Monarch butterflies in our region. (photo credits:  Barb Edwards and Patty Curtis)

Convention Photos!

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Epsilon boasted the greatest representation of all the chapters at Convention, with four new members inducted: 
Eileen Smith, 
Kirstin Hauser, Jody Taylor, and Kathy Modrow (seated in front row) 
(Photo courtesy of Patty Curtis)
Lisa Hirkaler & Peggy Stewart  presented a workshop entitled           Jillian Bandel presented a workshop entitled "Educacion        "Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking The Stress Cycle "                         en Peru"(pictured with her mom, Melissa)
            (photo credit:  Patty Curtis)                                                                                        (photo credit:  Patty Curtis)
Luncheon flag bearer - Susan Brezina                                                  Joy Allen & the Epsilon Dulcimer Ensemble (Barb                                (photo credit:  Patty Curtis)                                                               Henderson, Joan Lucas, Merle Tanis, Patty Curtis)
                                                                                                            presenting  Appalachian Music: Dulcimers, Psalteries, & More!

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​Program Highlights at February 4th Brunch Meeting
Despite the frigid temperatures, we enjoyed delicious food and hot coffee while listening to our own members, Barbara Henderson and Sue Brezina, give interesting and informative talks.   
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Barbara Henderson shared her positive experiences and thoughts about being a Storyworth writer, documenting stories from her life for her children and grandchildren to enjoy.  
                     
                      (photo credit Barb Edwards)

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Sue Brezina shared her experiences visiting a farm in New York State that raises chickens, dogs and alpacas.  She has even helped out in the alpaca shearing process,


Here she is proudly wearing a shawl made form alpaca wool!
(photo credit:  Barb Edwards) 


​Good Times at Annual Epsilon Holiday Luncheon on December 10!
​(Photo Credits:  Barb Edwards)
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Links to Epsilon Newsletters:
​epsilon_newsletter_december_2022_.pdf
epsilon_newsletter_february_2023_.pdf

epsilon_newsletter_may_2023.pdf​
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President Betty Monaghan proudly holds Epsilon's 60th Anniversary certificate!! Photo Credit: Barbara Henderson
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Magnetic DKGNJ Badge Order
Some members have expressed interest in buying DKG magnetic name badges.  The IOTA Chapter is selling them as a fundraiser....

Description:  Magnetic name badge, 3" W x 2.5 " H, plus a 2.25 inch slot for ribbon (not included), on brushed gold plastic with black beveled edge.  (Please check with your doctor about wearing a magnetic badge with pacemakers, etc.)

Cost:  $20.00

Options for Payment:
1.  Write a check payable to DKG/IOTA and mail to Denise McDermott, 728 Quest Court, Mantua, NJ. 08051
2.  Send payment via Vemmo to Denise @denisemcd4.  Please leave your name and note that it's a badge order with the payment.

How to Order:
Email the following information to Denise McDermott
denisemcd4@comcast.net
  • Name on badge
  • Chapter
  • Form of Payment

Delivery: Filled orders will be delivered to the next DKGNJ State meeting and given to your chapter president or available representative at the meeting. 

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DKGNJ State Yearbook Directory Now Available!
 

Use the following link:
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www.dkgnj.org/2022-2023-dkgnj-directory.html​

Because this contains personal information, the site is password protected twice-- once to access the page and again to access the document.  Betty has emailed the password-- please contact her if you still need it (Password clue:  If a page is password protected, our DKG founder will let you in.)
Epsilon information is on pages 36-47 of the PDF document.  
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                                          Site last updated:  November 2022 


​Webmaster:  Barbara Edwards    Barbara.edwards6@gmail.com
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