message From the board

President
Mary Beth Braun

Welcome to March! Our March Life Newsletter is full of upcoming events. We have a wonderful trip to Croatia and Slovenia planned for October, with sign-ups opening March 1. We have descriptions about our golf leagues this summer, with sign-ups opening soon. Midweek walks will resume, and great hikes are scheduled in some beautiful county parks in March.

 

And, since our elections and voting are right around the corner in May, we have an article about the board of directors. We are seeking a few new people on the board, and you can help us out with your talents and abilities. This year and last, each board member has taken on extra duties in order to keep everything flowing as you, our members, expect. I’ve said many times that “things don’t just happen” in a club; dedicated volunteers make things happen.

 

We have such a strong base of support with the volunteers we have now, and we know that we need people to step up and help to keep this club moving into the future. Photos and resumes of board candidates must be submitted by April 12 to appear in the May Life.

 

Of course, we have Irish Day coming up. They say that on March 17 we all have a little bit o’ Irish in us. ... Happy St. Patrick’s Day, and wishing you lots o’ Irish luck!

 

“May you have all the happiness and luck that life can hold – and at the end of your rainbows may you find a pot of gold."

— Old Irish Blessing

 

Mary Beth

 

Board of Directors

  • Officers:
  • President Mary Beth Braun
  • Vice President Open
  • Secretary Carol Gavigan
  • Treasurer Les Radtke

 

  • Board Members:
  • Finance& Bylaws Greg Larson
  • Membership Jan Breitbach
  • Meetings Greg Larson
  • Public Relations Open
  • Social Activities Denise Kremel
  • Sporting Activities Mary Beth Braun
  • Racquet Sports Open
  • Ski Activities Joyce Szulc
    Technical Support Linda Horn

Payment Options for all events (unless otherwise noted):
1. Online Registration with Credit Card payment
2. In person with completed Event Coupon and credit card or check
3. By mail, send completed Event Coupon with check to Event Leader


 

from membership
Jan Breitbach

Jan

WELCOME NEW OR RETURNING MEMBERS: (Up-to-date information is available in the online directory.)

The club is looking for friendly and smiling faces to assist at the Welcome Desk on meeting nights.

Call (414) 732-9749 or email Jan.Breitbach@gmail.com.


help wanted

As we have been talking and writing about for the last several months, we have a number of board positions that are currently open (or will be open soon). Each position requires different skills, but one thing is constant: Board members are eager to spend the time and energy to move the club forward.


 

Call for Candidates!

In just a few months, the club will hold its annual election for board members. There is room for you! To continue the high level of activities, the club needs YOU to step up and join the board of directors. We are seeking people for a couple of board positions this year.

 

What’s in it for YOU?
• Satisfaction of moving the club forward with your ideas and suggestions. Each board member brings their unique talents and creativity
• Chance to interact with a wide range of people
• Opportunity to learn how the club operates behind the scenes

 

The board meets on the last Wednesday of the month, generally at the New Berlin Library. Want to learn more? If you are interested in joining us, we will invite you to a Board meeting. Contact Mary Beth at (262) 443-7291. Already made up your mind to run? That’s great! Email a short paragraph with your qualifications and photo to mbbraun4@wi.rr.com.

 

Descriptions of Board Positions
President – Oversees the overall operation of the Club; presides at meetings of the Board and membership; is an ex-officio member of all committees.

Vice President – Succeeds to the office of President, if necessary; oversees non-ski international trips; coordinates the annual Recognition Dinner.

Secretary – Records the minutes of the board and membership meetings; maintains a calendar of club events and activities; updates the calendar of the club website.

Treasurer – Keeps current accounting records and makes disbursements approved by the board; presents a monthly financial report at board meetings; prepares and files tax returns and forms.

Membership Director – Processes new membership applications and renewals, maintains the membership database (in place of a printed directory) and the Welcome table at general meetings; oversees distribution of the monthly Life newsletter.

Social Activities Director – Researches, arranges and coordinates social events.

Sporting Activities Director – Researches, arranges and coordinates sporting activities except tennis, pickleball and skiing.

Ski Activities Coordinator – Responsible for all ski activities, researching, arranging and coordinating all domestic and international ski trips and the ski race team. Informs the club of other ski opportunities in our area.

Racquet Sports Director – Researches, arranges and coordinates all tennis and pickleball activities.

Finance and Bylaws Director – Supervises the annual elections and voting; recommends changes to Policies, Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation.

Meetings Director – Arranges meeting places, times and entertainment, and oversees meeting setups, supplies and payments.

Public Relations Director – Arranges club publications and promotions using social media.

 


 

Tech Tip
Linda Horn

 

Want to help the club and receive "the Life" via email?
Here’s how:
Using the Vagabond website (from a computer or tablet)

• Go to VagabondSkiClub.com and click Members Only Access in the Popular Links box on the righthand side.

• Click the icon at the upper right and log in to your account.

• Click View Profile

• Click Edit Profile

• Scroll down to Vagabond Life Newsletter and check the box next to Electronic. (When the box is checked, you are receiving the Life via email.)

• Click SAVE

 

Using the Wild Apricot app on a smartphone or tablet:

• Open the Wild Apricot app

• Tap My Profile

• Tap the More icon (3 dots side by side near the top)

• Click Edit Profile

• Scroll down and tap Vagabond Life Newsletter

• Tap Electronic. (When the box is checked, you are receiving the Life via email.)

• Click SAVE at the top of the screen.

 

It’s a good idea to check your profile page and update any information that has changed. Be sure your emergency contact information is current also.

 


 

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