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ANCHOR CENTER NEWS

On September 4, 2007, the Anchor Center welcomed visually impaired children of Colorado to the new, state-of-the-art Julie McAndrews Mork building. Please click on this link to read the article in the Rocky Mountain News. The Ribbon Cutting ceremony took place September 28 at 2 pm. A Family Fun Festival was held September 29 at 11 am. Tours were available at both events. We look forward to utilizing this new teaching facility built specifically for Colorado's young blind children. For more information, call Sheila at 303-377-9732 ext. 114 or visit the Delta Gamma Anchor Center for Blind Children Web site. As part of the grand opening of the Julie McAndrews Mork building, Anchor Center created a commemorative book. The 18 pages are full of memories, tributes and facts about Anchor over the years.

CHAPTER HISTORY

In April 1904, the group was known as the Denver alumnae association. There were 24 members, the majority being from Phi chapter, but five other chapters were represented. In July 1906, the group decided "to be known henceforth as Phi Omega alumnae association out of compliment to the two chapters having the most representatives." A charter was granted formally establishing the Denver alumnae chapter on November 6, 1910.

The second alumnae group in Denver was known for its first eight years as the Denver Junior alumnae chapter. The first meeting of the group was held on January 28, 1970 with the first roster that year having 180 members listed. The group's purpose was to attract those alumnae who preferred evening meetings and to involve more recent graduates in their fraternity as alumnae. On October 13, 1978, the junior group became a separate chartered chapter with no age restriction but with the continuing appeal to those in the Denver area who preferred evening meetings. The name was changed to The Denver Evening alumnae chapter. The charter of the Denver Evening alumnae chapter was relinquished in 2000.

The third alumnae chapter was established April 26, 1971 as the Jefferson County Delta Gamma alumnae chapter. The name was changed to Denver West Delta Gamma alumnae chapter in 1979. The charter of the Denver West alumnae chapter was relinquished in 1986. Currently, the Denver alumnae chapter has a mix of both daytime and evening activities to meet the scheduling needs of all our members. We are proud of our rich history and look forward to celebrating our Centennial in the years to come. For information about past chapter leaders, here is a list of Past Presidents for all three groups.

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PROGRAMS

This year's programming chair planned a number of wonderful events!  They include Feng Shui, an Antique Roadshow, one of our own discussing her talents in Embroidery and Extreme Self Care.

One of the chapter's top goals is to meet the criteria for the H.K. Stuart award. Each month Denver DGs intend to have a DO GOOD event. For September and October, the chapter will contribute to the Komen Foundation. A non-perishable food drive to benefit Food Bank of the Rockies is planned for November and in December the chapter will participate in Operation Christmas Child. Future events that are being planned include, a blood drive for Bonfils and food preparation for the New Genesis Men's Shelter at Central Presbyterian Church.

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS (SIGs)

Please let us know if there is something else you would like to participate in, if it is not listed here. Be sure to complete the Special Interest Survey on this site and let us know about your interests that other DGs may share. If there are enough people to get a group going, you will be contacted and more information will be sent to you.

Bunco has joined the Poker Revolution

If you are interested in learning to play Texas Hold'em and joining this fun group, please contact Hatsy Strong, Beta Delta.

Book Club One evening each month, alumnae get together to discuss a book chosen by the group. We meet at a DG's home or out at a popular coffee house, trendy wine bar or casual restaurant. The list of upcoming books is available on Web site and in the DG Line. Please join us for an evening of fun and fellowship with your sisters. For more information, contact Jan Thornton, Beta Delta.

Play Bridge

Get a partner and play bridge in the bridge marathon that starts in September and ends in June. A fund raising event for Beta Chi Chapter, the cost is $15.00 annually. Each couple sets up their games at their convenience, following a set schedule. Prizes are given to the highest scoring three couples. If anyone is interested in playing in the marathon, contact Chuckie White, Phi. If you enjoy playing cards, there is an Annual Card Party to raise money for the Anchor Center. If you are interested, please contact Carolyn Wold, Gamma Phi. The next benefit will be April 28, 2009.

Bowling for Anchor Center Bowling as an unsanctioned league that starts in October and ends the second week in April, there are six teams of three that bowl at Monaco Lanes on Wednesday mornings. The cost is $7.50 per week to bowl three lines with $.50 per line per person going to the Anchor Center. Bowlers and substitutes are needed. To get more information contact Ruth Thomas, Beta Chi.

Dinner Club
	No books to read or games to play. Each month there is a fun, fabulous evening out scheduled at either a new Denver hot-spot or a favorite seasonal location. Make new friends or get reacquainted with gal-pals you have known for years. If interested, please contact Nicole Sisk, Beta Chi.

Golf Tournament

Every Spring, the Denver alumnae chapter hosts a best ball four person team event. If interested, please contact Janet Boulter, Epsilon Omicron.

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PANHELLENIC

Denver Area Panhellenic is an association of representatives from all 26 NPC sororities whose purpose is "to inform fraternity women of current trends and promote the fraternity system, while improving the Panhellenic image and stimulating a continuing interest in Panhellenic affairs."

Delta Gamma has "come into the chairs". Meredith Meyers, Beta Tau, is representing DG on the Executive Board this year as DAP Vice President. She will be presiding as the DAP President in 2009-10.

The group meets on the first Monday of each month, except in September at the First Plymouth Congregational Church at 3501 South Colorado Boulevard at either Noon or 5:30 pm. Attendance is required. Delta Gamma sends a delegate and alternate each month. The philanthropies for the organization are New Garments Always, formerly Needlework Guild of America and school supply donations for a deserving school in the Denver Metro area. Delta Gamma supports this philanthropy with donations of money, garments and supplies. Another major project is providing scholarships to collegians. Delta Gamma supports this with donations both from the alumnae chapter and privately.

To obtain further information on Panhellenic activities and scholarships, go to the Denver Area Panhellenic Web site.

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COLLUMNAE

The Denver alumnae chapter works with the Beta Chi chapter at the University of Denver as members of the Advisory Team and House Corporation. If you would like more information or to get involved, please contact the Beta Chi ATC or the President of the Beta Chi House Corp.

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