Interest Groups
Interest groups are the most popular way to connect with other members. Most groups meet monthly; you may join as many groups as you like. It's a great opportunity to meet women who share your interests.
To join a current group or to start a new one, contact Kim Caristi at 765-729-0396 or kim.caristi@gmail.com .
NOTE: Annual dues must be paid before joining a group.
Beer Group
Meeting time TBD
Sue Bonneau
765-730-2566
sbonneau@bsu.edu
Sample a variety of beers and expand your palette during meetings of this group.
Book Group
Final Monday, 7 PM
Deb Smith
765-289-4902
dls.sci@gmail.com
(View 22-23 Book List) Members volunteer to host, bring snacks, or lead the discussion. We vote in May on the new reading list for the next year.
Couples' Dinner (Saturday)
2nd Saturday, 6:30 PM
Saturday – Deb Smith
765-289-4902
dls.sci@gmail.com
Couples take turns to host a dinner, plan a menu, and assign dishes for attendees to bring. Meal costs are divided among attendees.
Couples' Dinner (Sunday)
2nd Sunday, 6:30 PM
Sunday – Nancy Umbach
765-760-1777
numbach@comcast.net
Couples take turns to host a dinner, plan a menu, and assign dishes for attendees to bring. Meal costs are divided among attendees.
Couples' Euchre
4th Wednesday, 6:30 PM
Kim Caristi
765-729-0396
kim.caristi@gmail.com
Bring a partner to play cards while enjoying fellowship and food. Pay $1 to play; at the end, the low score gets their dollar back and the rest of the money is divided among the most loans and the high score. Meeting locations vary.
Distaffs Choir
2nd, 3rd, & 4th Monday, 3:30 PM
Elisa Jenkins
765-288-9890
ejenkins@ballstate.bsu.edu
This singing group performs several times during the Christmas season and spring at local nursing homes and other locations.
Duplicate Bridge
2nd & 4th Tuesday, 7 PM
Mary Hagopian
765-288-5500
mhagopia@att.net
Duplicate Bridge is similar to Party/Rubber Bridge, but scored differently. The group consists of 8 players and 2 tables, but substitutes fill openings as needed. Members take turns hosting and provide refreshments.
Euchre Group
2nd Wednesday, 6:30 PM
Anna Preston
765-759-4741
alpresto@aol.com
This low-key, no-pressure group includes cards, refreshments, and conversation. Members take turns hosting and provide refreshments.
International Women
1st Monday, 7 PM
Laurie Cox
765-285-5422
lauriecox@bsu.edu
Andrea Stiefvater
765-285-2659
andrea.stiefvater@bsu.edu
Learn about other cultures through speakers and sharing stories. Members take turns hosting and share the duties of bringing snacks.
Ladies' Gourmet
3rd Wednesday, 7 PM
Julie Holland
731-442-1405
jblebo@live.com
Linda Johnson
765-747-0958
momj1628@aol.com
Members take turns hosting, planning, and cooking elegant evening meals for the group. Recipes are exchanged. Highlights include a cookie exchange and "Bring a Guest" Night.
Retirees/Emeriti
Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday
Cecelia Place
765-289-5356
ccplace@comcast.net
If you or your spouse/partner are retired, this group is for you! We meet to socialize with our peers. Monthly lunches are very popular.
Scholarships Committee
Meeting dates vary
Gloria Pavlik
317-412-5245
gpavlik@bsu.edu
Committee reviews applications (mid-April), interviews finalists (June/July), and awards scholarships to non-traditional students. We also organize fundraising activities for our scholarships fund.
Tea & Travel
1st Saturday, usually 1 PM
Debbie Lyon
765-748-7157
dlyon2@bsu.edu
Groups of four co-host and invite the group to tea party, ranging from fun themes to elegant high teas. You won't leave hungry! Our year also includes one or two visits to tea houses within easy driving distance.
Walking Group
TBD
Kelli Clark
859-779-3076
kelliclark6216@gmail.com
Meet up for an invigorating stroll with friends.
Wine Tasting
3rd Friday, 7 PM
Anna Sammelson
765-748-8413
sammelson@att.net
Hosts select the wine (usually two reds and two whites) and provide hors d'oeuvres. Attendees pay $10 each; partners/spouses are welcome.