Penelope's Scroll - Daughters of Penelope

January 2014 VOL. #16 ISSUE #1Daughters of PenelopePenelope’s Scroll2013‐2014 Theme:PREVAILIn This Issue:PageGrant President’s Message 1GP Tesmonial Save the Date 2Growth & Expansion Message 3A Few Words from the Grand Lodge 5Headquarters Informaon 7Salute to Women Donaon Form 9News from the Daughters of Penelope Districts 10News from the Daughters of Penelope Chapters 17News from Projects 46See you in New Orleans, LA for ourSupreme Convenon July 20‐26,2014. Details to follow this Winter!Daughters of PenelopeSupreme HeadquartersTelephone 202.234.9741Facsimile 202.483.69831909 Q Street, NW, Suite 500Washington, DC 20009Website: www.daughtersofpenelope.orgGrand President’s Blog:http://dopgrandpresident.wordpress.comDOP Facebook: www.facebook.com/daughtersofpenelopeDOP Twitter: www.twitter.com/DOPHeadquarters

GRAND PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEJOANNE SALTAS…unraveled by night what she wove by day.Daughters of Penelope are familiar with this ritual. It wasdone by our namesake, Penelope, in order to avoid the advancesof the many suitors who wanted to claim her. Herhusband, Odysseus, was gone—she was left to keep theirhome intact and their son safe. She would PREVAIL.Daughters of Penelope are familiar with the beginning of theorganization. Our founder, Alexandra Apostolidis saw theneed, and what would become the benefit, of a Hellenic women’sorganization. One that would empower women. Shewould PREVAIL.As the theme for this year—PREVAIL—represents the abilityof the sisters of the Daughters of Penelope to reach greaterheights, to be more effective, to become more widespread.Throughout this 1st Edition of the 2014 Penelope Scroll, theachievements of this preeminent organization are presented.It is clear evidence of the love the members have for the missionof the Daughters of Penelope.The Daughters of Penelope do not ask: Can we do this? Butproudly announce: We can do this!The natural progression becomes: We will do this; We did dothis; We will continue to this!Daughters of Penelope-- bold, bright, beautiful, destined to dobig things.In other words. PREVAIL.GRAND PRESIDENT’STRAVEL ITINERARY1/18-19/2014: Chapter Visitation to NestorChapter in New Orleans, LA1/24-26/2014: Grand Lodge Meeting &District 13 Mid-Year Conference in Chicago,IL2/15/2014: Valentine’s Day Ball & ChapterVisitation in Montreal, Canada3/25/2014: Tentatively Capitol Hill Day3/29/2014: DOP Saint Basil’s Day at SaintBasil’s Academy in Garrison, NY3/30-4/11/2014: Grand President’s Visit toGreece, Cyprus & Turkey2013-2014 Daughters of Penelope Grand Lodge5/3/2013: Grand President’s Testimonial& Grand Lodge Meeting in Salt Lake City,Utah7/20-26/2014: AHEPA Family SupremeConvention in New Orleans, LA1

Growth & Expansion 2013-2014 “You Make a Difference” The Year of the Member!By Anna-Helene Grossomanides, Grand Vice PresidentI am excited to say that we have started this year off just great. Also, I am glad to report that many Districtsand Chapters have increased membership and paid their dues earlier then in the past. Most significantly,the collection of dues as of September 2013 was over 80% and as of November 2013 85% plus.Once again as a continued incentive the Reinstatement Fees are waived for January and February 2014.Furthermore, I will be presenting some more incentives in the form of challenges, starting in January 2014.This is meant to encourage Districts and Chapters to pay their dues earlier then in the past. So, rememberto look out for my G & E Monthly Newsletters for more news and information on membership challenges.Finally, I am very grateful to the Chapters & Districts I have already visited and for the opportunity to presentmy New Growth & Expansion Program 2013-2014. Additionally, I want thank those Districts andChapters for the chance to honor member years of service and allowing me privilege of participating in initiationsand reactivations of chapters. I feel truly honored and blessed to be part of this wonderful sisterhood.I leave with this thought: “The world is not interested in what we do for a living. What they are interested inis what we have to offer freely - hope strength, love and the power to make a difference!” Sasha Azevedo(Entertainer)Always remember ……………………….. “You Make a Difference”Highlights of my visits…………I want to thank all the Daughters and Ahepans for their hospitality!October 19, 2013 – AHEPA Family Fall Conference, Norwich, ConnecticutSo Happy to Join my Sister on the GL Sister Kathryn Tripodis, GGZIINovember 2, 2013 – District Six AHEPA Family Fall Conference St. BasilAcademy Garrison, New York3

November 13, 2013 – Meandros Chapter Meeting & Founder’s Day Celebration- Montreal, CanadaI was so delighted to participate in the Honoring of the Past Presidents for years of service &the Welcoming of MOA Sisters who joined in the celebrationNovember 16, 2013- District #12 Ahepa Family Fall Conference, Indianapolis, INI was so glad to join my Sister on the GL Sister Julia Collins GGZI . On a special note I was especially grateful to participate inthe initiation of 3 new chapter members of Chapter #212 in Indianapolis. This was so wonderful on the DOP Founders Day!4

A Few Words from our Grand Lodge OfficersAnna-Helene GrossomanidesGrand Vice PresidentAs I look back on why I joined the Daughters of Penelope one thing is clear, it was one of the most significantdecisions I ever made. Already being part of this remarkable organization as a Maid of Athena for afew years, I knew that joining the senior order would be even more rewarding. Especially since as aDaughter I could help to grow the Maids of Athena and build the future of our organization.Most importantly, I am so grateful to have been blessed with so many wonderful friendships, memorableexperiences and extraordinary opportunities as a member of both orders. For that reason I am so honoredto be part of a sisterhood that has enriched my life in so many ways and still does. Thank you sisters.Aspa KostopoulosCanadian PresidentWhat is my personal sentiment about being a member of the Daughters of Penelope? It has been an experiencethat I will treasure forever. Giving me so many memories that I will forever have in my heart andsoul. Meeting and making friendships that I pray will last a lifetime. Contributing to my community at large,in different ways and when you hear the words, “Thank you”, you know you are part of an organization thatwill be remembered and most of all respected. Thank you to all the members of the Daughters of Penelope.Connie PilallisGrand SecretaryPREVAIL.... ACHIEVE....You are the Heartbeat of the Daughters of Penelope....Take the Lead with Passion.... I am proud to say I have served on the Lodge of these Grand Presidentswhose theme's have helped grow, motive, encourage and inspire us all as members of this Sisterhood,called the Daughters of Penelope.Family, Friendship, Experience, Values, Selfless Acts, Confidence, Support, Growth, Education, Hellenismand Kindness are only a few of the ideals that make me proud to be a member and serve.The year, 1929, the place, San Francisco, the dream of 25 Charter Members,"The Daughters of Penelope". Each of us as members has a responsibility for the Dream, the Growth, theFuture of the Daughters. Together we can continue the dream!Why I am A Daughter of PenelopeBy Jan Spanos – Grand TreasurerThere many things that are difficult to expound upon, however, the reasons I am a Daughter of Penelopeare multitudinous. I am a member because it helps me to help others in my community and the communityat large. It allows me to identify with women that share the same values and love for the message that ourfounder handed down. It gives me the opportunity to fulfill my Hellenic roots and ideals. It gives me thesense of family. But probably most of all, I am a Daughter of Penelope because there are no bounds to ourindividual growth and spirit of togetherness that we share as a sisterhood. We’re always there for one andother and help to provide the a lasting bond.5

Julia Macris Collins, Grand Governor Zone IDear Sister’s: My involvement with the AHEPA Organization started in 1995. During this time myfather was the President of the hosting Chapter for the District Six convention. His Chapter did not have aDaughters Chapter and he asked me to start one.Since then I have become involved with different aspects of the organization up to and including mycurrent position of Zone I Grand Governor. I have made long and lasting friendships with numerous Sistersthat I would not have had the opportunity to meet. This organization has brought me closer to my Hellenicroots. Our organization allows us to share experiences and assist other s that may not be so fortunate. Ihave the opportunity now to become more philanthropic than I would have ever been before.The Daughters have been a force to push me to become a better person in the community. It has helpedme look at life in a different way. Now I know that I can make a difference. With the help from other Sistersand the AHEPA Organization we can make life a better place to live in peace.Kathryn Tripodis, Grand Governor Zone IIThis is my second year as Grand Governor of Zone II. I joined the Daughters of Penelope to belong to anorganization that values our Hellenism and preserves its ideals, ideals that we pass on. It also gave methe opportunity to get involved with a wonderful group of dedicated, talented and creative women and continuesto do so.Eva Jean Fomalont, Grand Governor IIIWhen Grand President Joanne Saltas asked the Grand Lodge officers to share our personal sentimentsabout being a Daughter of Penelope. The first thought that crossed my mind was my initiation into the AulisChapter 195 in Asbury Park, New Jersey District #5 in 1967. The second thought that popped into myhead was the realization that I have been a proud and active member of the Daughters for 46 years. Asan international organization it makes it simple for us to hold hands across the miles and share our ideasand ideals. When I moved from New Jersey to New Mexico it helped to make the transition easier when Iwas able to join Helen of Troy Chapter 19 in Albuquerque, NM District 17. I am proud of my Hellenic rootsand equally as proud of the Hellenic women’s organization the Daughters of Penelope which has been instrumentalin teaching me many valuable lessons throughout the years. I honor and value the wonderfulfriendships that I have made with the many sisters of the Daughters of Penelope.Diane Petersen, Grand Governor Zone IVWhen I joined the Daughters of Penelope, I never dreamed it would take me on such an exciting journey.A new world opened up to me by becoming a part of the Daughters of Penelope family; I acquired manylifelong Greek and Hellenic friends. We are a sisterhood that supports each other through times of sadnessand celebrates together in times of joy. A sisterhood that does many things together, from luncheonsand movies to conventions and cruises. When Alexandra Apostolides founded the Daughters of Penelope,perhaps she did so hoping it would become the beacon it has for Greek and Hellenic women to cometogether as sisters. THANK YOU ALEXANDRA !Anna-Marie Cariotis, Grand MOA AdvisorPreserving tradition, connecting to my Greek heritage, and philanthropy….these are three things I am passionateabout. The Daughters of Penelope offers me the avenue to achieve these objectives with a groupof like-minded women. This instant Sisterhood and sense of belonging are just a couple reasons why I ama Daughter of Penelope.6

Headquarters UpdateDear Chapter Officers,Happy New Year! Please send in your 2014 membership dues as soon as possible and make sureobligations are sent to Headquarters by the March 31, 2014 deadline.Members and Chapters must be in good standing and paid through 2014 in order to attend District andNational Conventions.Click here to view a description of this year's projectsClick here to view the 2013-2014 remittance formClick here to view the 2013-2014 National Project Obligations FormPlease also note the following regarding Life Membership:LIFE MEMBERSHIP: A Daughter of Penelope who has completed fifty years of continuous membership inthe Order shall be entitled to Life Membership and shall be declared a Life Member. According to theDaughters of Penelope Constitution & By-Laws Article V, Section 11, per capita payment for members with50+ continuous years as of the January 1, 1999 date shall be waived. Please be aware that members attaininglife membership status after this date and thereafter shall be required to pay full chapter dues includingper capita. Those life members who qualify for the per capita waiver have the word “WAIVED” inthe paid through column on the Chapter Roster.Please frequently visit our website at www.daughtersofpenelope.org. The website is a great resource andtool for all including officers, members and potential new members.As part of Grand Vice President Anna-Helene Grossomanides' Growth & Expansion Program, the reinstatementfee of $15 for members wishing to reinstate will be waived during the months of Januaryand February. Reinstatement applications and $30 dues must be received by HQ by February 28,2013.The first issue of Penelope’s Scroll will be available by January 15th. To view the Scroll, visit our websiteunder the forms tab, click on publications, and then click on Penelope’s Scroll.In addition to Penelope's Emporium, the Daughters of Penelope also have an online store where you canpurchase fun DOP merchandise including DOP shirts, kid's clothing, hats, bags, home & office items,mugs, stationary, stickers and more! Visit our store by going to www.cafepress.com/DOPHQ.We also have a NEW items available through Penelope's Emporium:Sterling Silver Bracelet with Penelope etched on Charm: $50Sterling Silver Penelope etched Charm only: $30Blue Enamel Daughters of Penelope Pin: $25Sterling Silver Past Grand Lodge Pin: $60Sterling Silver Past Canadian President’s Pin: $60(Photos of above items are on next page)7

Headquarters UpdateThe 2014 AHEPA Family Supreme Convention in New Orleans, LA is only 7 months away! The Conventionwill take place at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel located at 500 Canal St, New Orleans, LA70130. The dates are July 20-26, 2014 and the AHEPA Family rate is $144 for Main Level and $184 forClub Level. Further details will be available on our website in February. To reserve your room under theAHEPA Family Room Rate, call (504) 525-2500 or visit our website for more information.The Salute to Women Event will also be held at the Supreme Convention in New Orleans, LA on Friday,July 25, 2014. Please consider making a donation towards this worthy event by using the form on the nextpage. Thank you and hope to see you there!Please also note that Chapter Presidents will receive a package in February with billing and rosters for2014. A separate package including forms, scholarship applications, convention information andmore will also be mailed in February to Chapter Presidents, District Governors, Past Grand Presidentsand National Chairmen.For any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me via email at elena@ahepa.org.Sincerely in Theta Pi,Elena SaviolakisDOP Executive Director8

Hello and Good Tidings from DOP District 3!News from our Districts!(In District Order)District 3Submitted by District Governor Geri HasapisThe Sisters have been busy as bees again, planning andcarrying out a variety of projects, throughout their communities.The Arion Chapter of Silver Spring, MD had a lovely andwell planned Luncheon/Fashion Show, in October, whichraised $7,000 for AUTISM.Hestia, in Fayetteville, participated in a food booth, togetherwith their AHEPA Brothers, in early November, raisingfunds for their Christmas list of charities. They also collecttoiletries, on a year-round basis, for a local Women’s Shelter.DG Geri Hasapis and Lt. Governor JaneMoore's visit to the Ktimene Chapter InGreensboro, NC on November 3, 2013.The Sisters of Ktimene, in Greensboro, NC held a successfulPastry/Chicken Dinner, also in co-operation with theirAHEPA Brothers, on November 3, 2013.Of course, Chapters celebrated Founders Day, on or about November 16, 2013.Helle Chapter, in Alexandria, VA, initiated two new Sisters and there is good indication of more initiationsto come, in the New Year, from other Chapters in the District.Hermione, Washington DC, is working toward a Christmas Pot Luck, on December 7, 2013, to include,collecting Toys for Tots and sponsoring a teenage girl from St. Basil.Sisters, these are only some examples, as the list can go on and on, of the works of the Daughters, inDistrict 3.Your District Lodge has been “on the road”, visiting Chapters and attending various functions and will continuetheir travels, throughout the year.The District Lodge has held two official meetings, in Richmond and Newport News, withthe next one scheduled for January 11, 2014, which will address the up-coming Mid-Year Conference, tobe held in Newport News, VA, on March 8, 2014.The next important date is June 13 -15, 2014, for the District Convention, in Fayetteville, NC.Please save these two important dates; your in-put is vital, valued, and appreciated.Wishing everyone all the best for the New Year!10

News from our Districts!(In District Order)Buckeye District 11Submitted by: Secretary Marsha SerdenisDistrict 11 Governor Vera Manolakas' WorkshopHeld September 21, 2013 at St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church, North Royalton, Ohio.District 11 Liaison, Grand Secretary Connie Pilallis (second from right), Grand Governor Zone 2, KathrynTripodis ( back row, second from left), and PGP Elaine Sampanis ( back row 1st right) attended along withother Past District Governors, Lodge and Chapter Officers.Constance "Connie" Kappas is receiving the DOP District #11 Penelopeof the Year Award Pin from District 11 Governor Vera Manolakasat DG Vera's Visitation to the Hera#31 Chapter in October,2013. Sister Connie was chosen for this honor at the BuckeyeDistrict 11 Convention in July, 2013. She has been a Hera #31Chapter Member since her November 16, 2000 initiation.11

News from our Districts!(In District Order)Hoosier District 12State of IndianaDistrict #12 is one of the smallest districts but we are large in “heart and family”.The District Lodges got together in August for a Barbeque and decided this year’s focus would be“Family”. We tossed around ideas and asked “How do we get our “AHEPA Family” back?Our first event was the Fall Workshop, held in Indianapolis. Through the tremendous effort of LaertesChapter #212 we were able to reach our largest representation in many years. “Back to Basics” was ourtheme. We were honored by the presence of our Grand Vice-President and Grand Liaison. We had apresentation from the local Alzheimers’ Association, which is our District Project this year. 50/50 Raffletickets are being sold for $5.00 each with proceeds going toward Alzheimer's’.Our next “Family” event ~ our 1 st “All-District” Christmas that was held at Dynasty Banquets in Hammond,IN on December 7 th . Great food, great friends and visiting the local casino was enjoyed by all. We hope tomake this an annual event.Along with the raffle tickets and our long-standing District Cookbook, we are selling DOP Logo Autocoasters.Have a wonderful Christmas Season!Yours in Theta Pi,Kathy Bizoukas ZotosDistrict Governor No.1212

News from our Districts!(In District Order)District 21On the exact date of the founding of the Daughters of Penelope, our Sisterhood gathered with the sistersof Eos#1 to celebrate its birthday. It was truly a day to celebrate the Daughters of Penelope organization,its lodges, its chapters, its goals, its women. It was a day to celebrate Alexandra Apostolides, a womanwho in the 1920’s had a vision and a goal to establish a women’s organization that would rise above allothers. She achieved that goal on November 16, 1929 and it is because of you that our organization isstill thriving, achieving and prevailing. On Saturday, we celebrated you, the women in the room and oursupporters, spouses and children, and those that were not able to be with us that day. Sisters, you havetruly risen to the occasion that our founder Alexandra wanted you to. Continue to assist the communitynear and afar, promote education, cultivate the ideals and traditions of Hellenism and the spirit of Penelope– our sisterhood. Keep achieving and prevailing to better and higher heights. Congratulations!(left – right) District 21 Treasurer, JoAnne Panagopoulos; Executive Director, Elena Saviolakis; District 21Governor Kathy Leles; Grand President, Joanne Saltas; Vaso Moulas & Marion Parishis, Founder’s DayCommittee Members.District Lodge Officers and Sisters from Sparta # 18 and Phaedra # 64 raising their glasses and toasting13

News from our Districts!(In District Order)District 21Your 2013-2014 District 21 Lodge Kathy Leles, District Governor, PJ Rishard, Lt. Governor, Beverly Kennedy,Secretary, JoAnne Panagopoulos, Treasurer, Litsa Miller, Marshal, Helen Sexton, PDG & Advisor.14

News from our Districts!(In District Order)District 23District 23’s Mid-Year Conference was held in Toronto on November 2, 2013.Euphrosyne 292—Ottawa: Presentation of a Certificate of Merit from the Grand Lodge,The Ottawa Daughters contributed to the organizing of the Parliamentary Banquet on April 26thand April 28th, hosted their annual Palm Sunday Luncheon, their largest annual fundraiser,with great success without missing a beat!15

Meandros 168—The Montreal Daughters and Maids with Grand Vice President Anna-Helene Grossomanidesat November 16, 2013 Founder’s Day Celebration and Chapter’s 65th Anniversary.The Maids and Sons of District 23 at the CEGA awards in Toronto on November 2, 2013, with SupremeVice President Phillip T. Frangos, SOP Supreme Governor Vasilios Mallios, MOA Grand Vice-PresidentDeanna Socaris, and Grand Secretary Tria Charnas.16

News from our Chapters!(in Chapter Order)FOUNDERS DAY LUNCHEONMARION PARASHISThe 84th Anniversary of the founding of the Daughters of Penelope was uniquely celebrated at the HiltonHotel in Burlingame, Ca. on November 16, 2013 and hosted by the Mother Lodge, San Francisco’sEOS#1. Grand President Joanne Saltas, Grand Treasurer Jan Spanos, Grand Governor and District 21’sLiaison Diane Petersen, District 21 Governor Kathy Leles, and the DOP Executive Director Elena Saviolakisattended this amazing luncheon. Why “amazing”? EOS#1 had no Founders Day Chairman, and theOfficers and Board led by President Sister Elaine Makras were the Chairmen working in unison with thelove and support that EOS#1 can claim. Brother Ahepans led by District 21 Governor Tom Chiarchianisand President Elias Tsiknis from the Golden Date Chapter #150 also were present to share in the celebration.Brother Pete Kireopoulos assisted Sister Stella Kyriakis with the photography. This year EOS#1proudly announced their Penelope of the Year Sister Foula Vasilogiorgis and her achievements. AXIA! Aspecial congratulations went to Sister May Kireopoulos for being voted District Daughter of the Year.EOS#1 is blessed! The camaraderie was outstanding as the Ahepan Family of Sisters and Brothers wererekindling friendships and exchanging beautiful stories with the same unity and respect that they are17

News from our Chapters!(in Chapter Order)FOUNDERS DAY LUNCHEONMARION PARASHIS18

News from our Chapters!(in Chapter Order)19

Cincinnati, OH Calypso Chapter #13Cincinnati Calypso Chapter #13 hosted a "Ladies Day Outing" to the famous Claiborne Farm in Paris,Kentucky on Saturday, July 27, 2013. The farm is the birthplace and burial site of Triple Crown Winner,race horse Secretariat. The farm has been producing champion thoroughbreds for over 100 years.Joining Calypso President Karen Aamodt and Louisville Saturn #281 Chapter President Nancy Anaswere members and friends of the Calypso Chapter, Louisville Saturn Chapter, District Lodge Officers:DG Vera Manolakas, DOP Advisor Voula Zois, DS Marsha Serdenis PDG Helen Nicholas PDG, and specialguest, DOP Executive Director, Elena Saviolakis.Following the Claiborne Farm visit was a wonderful lunch at a restaurant on the National Register of HistoricPlaces then a trip to a famous candy shop in the area.Photos courtesy of Cindy Nicholas, member Cincinnati Calypso Chapter #13.20

Stockton Sparta Chapter #18The annual Stockton AHEPA family Christmas gathering was one of he best in our history. The StocktonHilton hotel -thanks to Brother George Kaplanis - rolled out the red carpet, as usual. The food was deliciousand the “parea” was festive and friendly. Great raffle prizes and a door prize, a Google Nexus tabletdonated by the Chiarchianis family, rounded out the gratifying experience. Over forty members andguests attended and commented on the wonderful time had by all.In addition to celebrating the Christmas season that evening, the Stockton AHEPA Family also recognizedthe Past Presidents who served their respective chapters for the Daughters of Penelope & AHEPA. Recognizedwith Past President pins for the AHEPANS were Mel Bokides, Tom Chiarchianis and Peter Koulouris.Debbie Marmas Buck, Past President of Sparta #18, was also recognized for her service to theDaughters of Penelope.Kudos goes to AHEPA District 21 Governor Tom Chiarchianis, District #21, for organizing the event, in additionto Sparta # 18 President Stephanie deMelo for once again creating a beautiful flyer. In addition,many thanks to District 21 Governor Kathy Leles, Stephanie deMelo and District Treasurer JoAnnePanagopoulos for donating raffle prizes and decorating. In the upcoming year, we invite others in our St.Basil community to join the AHEPA and the Daughters of Penelope and be involved in this philanthropicand social organization that does so much for the those near and far.The Facaros and Anagnos Family cheering in the Christmas Season!21

Hera #31, Warren, OHHera #31 and Methone #183 chapters host District OfficersMembers of Warren Hera #31 and Youngstown#183 recently hosted the District Lodge. All attendeesenjoyed the camaraderie at this jointventure.Lodge officers present were: District GovernorVera Manolakas, District LG Kathy Lawrence,District Secretary Marsha Serdenis and DIstrictAdvisor Stravoula Zois, PDG.Hermes Chapter 41- Bridgeport, CTSubmitted by: Kathy Yiannoulis, Chapter PresidentHermes Chapter 41 started the year full of energy and purpose. Our opening meeting welcomed manymembers, an initiation and an 80th birthday party. Through December, we have initiated three new members!We held our October Pink/Purple meeting for Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness.With our AHEPANs, we conducted a raffle for a local cancer charity. Our Turkey Raffle supporting ourscholarship program was a success with five turkeys being raffled. Along with members of the communityand our GOYANS, we came together to decorate close to 120 wreaths for our Annual Christmas Wreathand Planter Sale. We also put together boxes of food for 12 families needing help in our community. It wasa beautiful day of fellowship and caring. We are now in full swing of one of our favorite philanthropic activities,the Let’s Keep Them Warm Drive. We collect hats, gloves, scarves, socks and blankets for shelters,street ministries, inner city schools and the local hospital. Over 1,000 items have been collected so far forthe cause. We look forward to 2014 and in continuing our work in our local and parish community.22

Pleiades Chapter #50Hammond, INDistrict #12Pleiades Chapter #50 is a very special chapter this year. We are honored to have 3 members of our chaptersit on the District Lodge as District Governor, Secretary, and Marshal. Our President Georgianne Glavasalso presides as President of our District Scholarship Foundation.The chapter was off and running by the time September was here. We were planning our Annual “LadiesNight Out” Breast Cancer Vendor Event to be held on October 17th. We held a 50/50 raffle, Raffle of theDay and a silent auction on over 50 items with many vendors present. The hard work of Sisters HelenTrgovich, Pat Konstantinopoulos and Georgianne Glavas made for a very successful evening. Proceedswill be used to sponsor our “Avon” walking team who will participate in a 2-day walk in Chicago May 31-June1, 2014.November is “Giving” month. With the support of all of our sisters and their generosity, we were able tomake Thanksgiving special for 4 families this year with all the trimmings.December 12th, we gathered together for a Christmas Dinner at a beautiful castle that was built in the1930’s. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all!23

New Orleans Nestor Chapter #55Nestor Chapter #55 kicked off an exciting year which will culminate with the 2013 AHEPA Family SupremeConvention in New Orleans in July 2014. A lovely afternoon tea was held to honor outgoing ChapterPresident Adrienne Dabbs Owen for her successful two years as Chapter President and to recognize thechapter 25 year members, Dr. Billie Andersson, Pauline Caridas, Vickie Catsulis, Mary Giannopulos, AngelaTsatsoulis and Vaso Salles whose service and contributions to our Chapter are greatly appreciated.In October a combined meeting with our Brother AHEPANS was held to discuss ongoing plans for theNew Orleans AHEPA Daughters HUD Project and the upcoming 2014 Supreme Convention. Novemberwas the busy time for Bake Sale Workshops for the Chapter December Greek Pastry Sale which againwas very successful thanks to all of the hard work of our members. Thank you to everyone who came outand worked to make all of our delicious pastries and sold orders for our chapter main fund raiser. MembershipChristmas Party was a fun time for all members. Plans are now underway for Spring events and finalizingSupreme Convention plans. We hope to see everyone come on down to New Orleans in July!Nestor Chapter #55 Officers 2013-2014 (L to R) – Cathy Vial, Pauline Caridas, Sophie Theodoron, MariaStokes, Deborah MacInnes, Denise Ammons, Sandy Bouzon, Barbara Stavis Wolf, Mary Kontos, AdrienneDabbs Owen, Angela Gervais and Anna Razza.Nestor Chapter # 55 Members, New Orleans, Louisiana meet to discuss plans. for the July 2014 Supreme24

Cleveland, OH Lefkothea Chapter #68ANDLakewood, Rocky River, OH Icarus Chapter # 321Photo: Deborah Marotta ( second on left), a member of the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research InstituteLeadership Council, organized a very special WALK WITH A DOC gathering in mid-September.Approximately 80 men and women assembled at the North Chagrin Reservation of the Cleveland, OhioMetro Parks to hear Dr. Vincent Tuohy, PhD ( fourth from left) speak about the significant progress beingmade on the world's first breast cancer vaccine. Several DOP Sisters from Lakewood/Rocky River IcarusChapter #321 and Cleveland Lefkothea #63 (not pictured) attended the Walk.In March, 2013 Icarus Chapter#321 sponsored a fashion show fundraiser contributing $10,000 for Dr.Tuohy's research. At the District 11 Convention in July, 2013, this worthy Vaccine Project was again selectedas a 2013-2014 District Project.The Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute's Breast Cancer Research Project was selected as one ofthe three voluntary National DOP Projects at the Supreme Convention in August, 2013.Dr. Vincent Tuohy's team at the Lerner Research Institute of the Cleveland Clinic is developing a vaccinethat will be used to prevent breast cancer in adult women in the same way vaccines prevent polio andmeasles in children. ( National Project Information at www.daughtersofpenelope.org).25

Fresno, CaliforniaLETO #71Submitted by Dr. Eleni Rotous Rockas“Beautiful young people are accidents of nature, But beautiful old people are WORKS OF ART.”--Eleanor RooseveltAutumn is here and the leaves are falling. We hope you enjoyed your summer as much as we did.Our grandiose GREEK FESTIVAL in August found all of our members selling many precious itemsat the Daughters of Penelope booth we named, “Yiayia’s Attic”. It was filled with a variety of ‘stuff’ that ourmembers donated…jewelry, books, dishes, suitcases, lamps, etc. The public went wild and bought everything!!We contributed all of the cash to our beloved church. The hardworking sisters who chaired thisevent were: Cindi Boukidis, Madelyn Jones, and Vera Margiolas. Dorothy Papangellin served as advisor.BRUSH YOUR TEETH!! Our sister, Mina Prathaftakis Lighthall, dental hygienist, gave a very informativetalk to the Daughters and Ahepa members, “How to maintain your periodontal health.” “Brushfor two minutes twice daily and floss once a day. Visit your dentist once or twice a year.” Eat lots of fruits,vegetables and whole grain foods. Eat less sweets, meat, and fatty foods. EAT HEALTHY.A big “THANK YOU” to our Corresponding Secretary, Cindi Boukidis, for creating our new MEM-BERSHIP DIRECTORY. It contains e-mail addresses as well as current addresses. She encouragesmembers to send her updates and sends us reminders of events by e-mail. “Cindi, you are a wonderfuladdition to our chapter.”Sister Vera Margiolas joined the Susan G. Komen Walk/Run on October 26th. Our chapter offeredher our sponsorship. On November 2, we held our annual District Lodge visitation. Chairing this eventwas: Bess Pappas, Anne Kossaras and Madelyn Jones. Our District Lodge Officers offered us manygreat ideas to put into use in our chapter.We are looking forward to our annual Daughters/Ahepa Christmas dinner at Ovidio’s Italian Restauranton December 7. We are planning a Past President’s Luncheon in January and a Girls Day/Nightout in March.Wow!!! Our chapter keeps us happy and engaged in lots of enjoyable activities. HAPPY NEWYEAR-Eftihes to Neon Etos!!!Left Photo: Ann Kossaras & Eleni Rockas celebrate their birthdays togetherRight Photo: Eleni Rockas, Mavra Patropoulos, Evelyn Boosalis & Karen Kelley26

Charai #79Salt Lake City, UtahFounders' Day: L to R: Angela Sakellariou Sec., Joanne Saltas GP, Sophia Mannos DGCharai Chapter Christmas PartyNewly initiated Jolene Vasilias withChapter President Michelle Radivoyevich27

Alpheus Chapter #180, Memphis, TNSubmitted By: Linda FarrellOur chapter remained busy during the summer months participating in the 2013 Germantown InternationalFestival with our Hellenism Booth and featuring the DOP-sponsored Athenian dancers. Our bigsummer event was the “Highland Goes Hollywood” Fashion Show and Luncheon held in mid-August.September was extra busy with our Sisterhood Tea, attended by three new ladies who were subsequentlyinitiated. Also, we co-sponsored the annual AHEPA Family Picnic as well as held a reception formember Elizabeth Nichols Hawkins, who this year was commissioned as an Orthodox Chaplain –a firstfor the entire Archdiocese!Our annual Hot Dog Sunday this year raised funds for the University of Mississippi Museum’s restorationof more than 2,000 privately-held Greek Artifacts.Each November, we visit St. Paul Orthodox Skete, a monastic community for women led by the abbessMother Nektaria. Soup Sunday always raises much-needed funds for Alabama’s Penelope House.We have fun making koulouria, kourabiethes and endokaridia for our annual Christmas Bake Sale. Ladiesalso prepare an array of their own favorites to fill the tables with goodies galore! This fundraiser supportsour graduating High School Senior Scholarship Fund.Deucalion Chapter 199—Waterbury, CTSubmitted by Myrsini Papoutsis, District 7 Secretary &Deucalion 199 MemberThis year the Deucalion Chapter 199 Waterbury CThosted our 10th Annual Festival of Tables. There were 15themed tables to a sold out event where 200 people were inattendance. We also had six new sisters who hosted tablesfor the first time which was great. The themes were AllAboard the Four Season Express, Autumn Harvest*, Blackand Gold, Breakfast at Tiffany's *, Diamonds are Forever,Fiesta Table, For the love of Coffee, Harry Potter*, HighTied, It's a Girl, It's all Aflutter, M&M Bake Shoppe*, Stars inYour Eyes*, Sunday Brunch and Beauty of Stained Glass**=first time hostessIn the first photo there are three tables the Black and Gold table,the Breakfast at Tiffany's Table* and the Mexican Fiesta Table.The second photo is the M& M Bakery hosted by MarianneBoutsioulis* and Myrsini Papoutsis where we had a fun and interactivetable where our guests drank Cupcake Wine and decoratedtheir own cupcakes while wearing their chefs hats and cupcakeaprons so their clothes would remain clean. Demi Thomas our formerDistrict 7 Liason attended and sat at our table. She wasamazed at the teamwork with all the sisters and their creativity forcreating over the top theme tablescapes. We also had a potentialmember Maria Zorzos who is instrumental in starting the StamfordChapter with 50 interested women. Maria was definitely in awe ofthe entire event and showed her what amazing things the Daughterscan Achieve through Teamwork.We had a delicious lunch and had several winners who wonraffle baskets and door prizes.Our annual event is very popular and we have members fromcommunity attend including 30 women from the Prospect SeniorCenter and Daughters from the surrounding chapters New Britain,29

Daughters of Penelope Tethys Chapter #229Eleni Parlapanides , PDG District #5 HonoredSister Eleni Parlapanidis, PDG was honored at a Testimonial Luncheon on November 10, 2013 atthe Pines Manor Edison, N.J. Daughters of Penelope Tethys Chapter #229 hosted the luncheon.In 1970, she married her late husband of 42 years Kosta and was blessed with four wonderful sons,Paul, George, Dean and Nick. She has four beautiful daughters-in-law, Athanasia, Allison, Andriana andDana and five adorable grandchildren, Evie, Dean, Alex, John-Paul and Emily.In 1977, Sister Eleni was initiated into the Daughters of Penelope, Tethys Chapter #229 in NewBrunswick. She proudly served her Chapter as Corresponding Secretary, Recording Secretary and VicePresident and in 2004 she was elected to serve as the Chapter President. She held that position for severalyears.In 2009 Sister Eleni was selected to be the District 5 Penelope of the Year, and elected to serve onthe District Lodge as District Marshal.In 2010, she was appointed by the Grand President to serve as the National Chairwoman for SaintBasil Academy, in Garretson, NY. Serving as District Secretary and Lieutenant Governor, in 2012 shewas elevated to the position of District Governor.A parishioner of St. George, Piscataway, Sister Eleni was a member of the choir, as well as a SundaySchool Teacher, PTO President, Parish Council Secretary, Youth Advisor and chaired the ChurchFestival Gift Shop for many years.Eleni is very proud of her family and her accomplishments. She feels very blessed to have her gifts.31

Daughters of Penelope Alexander #250October was a sensational month for the Daughters of Penelope Alexander #250. All their hard workcame to a successful fruition at their Annual Fall Fashion Show. Upscale Fashions were present by BOCFashions representing Marlene’s Dress Shop, in Cherry Hill, NJ. The Tricky Trays featured 25 namebrand including items from Coach, Burberry, Michael Kors, Kate Spade, Cole Haan, The St. Andrew KnittingGroup and Betty’s Pasta Sensations. Fr. Tsigas drew the winning ticket for the Louie Vuitton PocketbookRaffle and the winner was a very happy and surprised, Mary Demos.The highlight of the evening came when our very own, Eliana Petrides, presented her award wining Fashionsmodeled by beautiful St. Andrew girls; Niki Barret, Elen Zavros Cameron, Katerina Constantinou,Spyridoula Fotinis and Katia Louca. Eliana graduated this past May from the prestigious Parsons Schoolof Design in NYC, where she was awarded the Swarovski Crystal Sponsorship Award for her Senior Collection.Very special thanks go to James Barrett for designing our advertisements, Spiro Hadjiyerou for preparingan absolutely delicious Luncheon Meal, Frank Kavathas for setting up and beautifully decorating the St.Andrew Community Center, the Zeris Inn for graciously lending us their runway and to muscle men, Yianniand Dean for picking up the runway and returning it.The Daughters of Penelope Alexander Chapter would also like to thank everyone who attended and supportedour Fashion Show. Proceeds from this event will support the St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Churchand The WoundedWarriors and Got Your BackCharities.32

Louisville Saturn Chapter #281 District Visitation Saturday September 7, 2013DG Vera Manolakas presented the 2013 Chapter President of the Year Award to Saturn Chapter PresidentNancy Anas at the joint Installation of the DOP and AHEPA Louisville Chapters.In addition to the Chapter President's award, Louisville Saturn Chapter received District recognition and aCertificate as the 2013 Chapter Most Civically Involved (by activity).33

Helle Chapter #283Greetings from Helle Chapter #283! Our year has started with much celebration – at the District 3 Conventionheld in June, Helle Chapter was awarded three District honors: Helle was named Chapter of theYear; Sister Kathy Cavallo was named District Penelope of the Year; and Sister Jane Moore was electedLt. Governor for the District 3 Lodge. We were also recognized with our Sister Chapter, Arion #298, forthe most reinstated members.Since September, we have initiated and welcomed four new sisters into Helle Chapter. Our winter philanthropyincludes three projects: we collected close to 100 jackets and hoodies which will be donated tochildren and teens living in local shelters; we donated 250 washcloths and soaps to include in survivor kitsbeing assembled by the church Missions Team; and our chapter will cook and serve dinner at the localhomeless shelter in early 2014.Helle Chapter enjoys celebrations as seen in the photos below. In November, we enjoyed our annualFounder’s Day luncheon with Sister Chapters, Arion #298 and Hermione #11. Helle Chapter hosted coffeehour at church following a Memorial Service for our departed Sisters. For Christmas, we had two celebrations!We shared Christmas Spirit and Blessings at a Nutcracker Tea and listened to the beautifulvoices of the Vienna Boys Choir in concert.In 2014, we look forward to continuing our philanthropic projects, new member initiations, fundraising efforts,and fun activities. Our largest fundraising event, Fashions Around the Tea Tables will be held Sunday,May 4th and planning is underway.We wish everyone a Happy New Year!Photo 1: Helle Chapter Sisters celebrate Founder’s Day, November 16 at Alfio’s Trattoria in Chevy Chase,Maryland.Photo 2: Helle Sisters at Oatlands Historic House and Gardens in Leesburg, Virginia for Nutcracker Tea,December 8, 2013.34

Erato Chapter #295Greetings from Erato Chapter #295 in Calgary, Alberta. The beginning of the year seems to get busierand busier. We had a very successful AHEPA Family Brunch in September to begin our year. Our scholarshipswere presented at that time. Congratulations to Christina Devetzis and Demi Yannitsos on beingthe 2013 Scholarship winners. Both students are attending the University of Calgary. Following our Novembermeeting we had a jewellery party featuring one of a kind pieces made by Mary Adams, the daughterof one of our charter members. McKenzie Lake Beach Club was the venue for our AHEPA FamilyChristmas Party. Skating, tobogganing and sitting by the outdoor fire pit were the events of the day. Greatfood and good cheer was enjoyed by all. The children in attendance brought toys for Toy Mountain, a projectto collect toys for children less fortunate. This year we participated in the Seniors Secret Santa Programby adopting four seniors. A very rewarding feeling, supporting our seniors who are living independently.We are going to attempt an evening of belly dancing lessons in January… need to work offsome of those holiday calories. The focus in the New Year will be on our Charity Fun Casino in February.Thanks to our President Deb Chrisohou we now have our own chapter website. Check it out and keep intouch with us. www.dopcalgary.com.TaTa for now,Vasilia Kachmarski, Secretary35

Arion Chapter #298—Silver Spring, MDOur dear Penelope is shining brightly as Arion Chapter upholds her vision and celebrated our 40th CharityFashion Show Luncheon held on October 19, 2013. Our newer sisters chaired many of the luncheon positionsand side-by-side learned the ropes with the tender guidance of the “pros” to generate a sold-outevent.With over 200 people attending what a magnificent day it was, filled with good cheer and glamor galore,as many of our members’ daughters and granddaughters wowed us as they modeled high fashions.Penelope, progressive and ahead of her time, must be happy too with our cause. A banner event in termsof contribution, it is with upmost pride that Arion Chapter donated $7,000 to the Autism Community SupportServices, a local organization which was profoundly grateful that our Hellenic organization would careenough to champion their cause.We hosted the Founder’s Day luncheon which included two sister chapters from the metropolitan area.To kick off the Christmas season a dinner dance was held to benefit a needy family and we were highlyhonored by having our Grand President, Joanne Saltas, and other VIPs attending. Music and Greek dancingmade the night fun for all.What a way to share Hellenism!Models from our 40th Charity Fashion Show Luncheon held in October to a sold-out crowd with the proceedsgoing to fight Autism. Eva Theologos, Fashion Coordinator (far right).36

Kirki Chapter #313The Asheville Chapter has been busy preparing a large donation of much needed items to the local Helpmatewomen's shelter. We have thoroughly enjoyed the gracious hospitality of Ismini Barlas as she hashosted our very productive meetings throughout the planning of our efforts to help the homeless womenand their children this winter. We also enjoyed a visit to the beautiful Lake Junalaska, followed by a wonderfulluncheon and craft fair. Two of our Charter members have been homebound over the last fewweeks, and so we had a wonderful visit with these ladies as well. It is a treasured time when the Daughtersreach out to others, and we plan on doing much more of this as we see the needs arise in our localcommunity.37

Aegina Chapter #340Chandler, ArizonaGreetings from chilly Arizona!It has been on the unusually chilly side this December for us!December is also Daughters of Penelope Hellenism month and our chapter has been doing our part insupport of Hellenism. Our Sisters have been busy baking delicious goodies for the holidays! We also initiateda new Sister, Jennifer Triant.Two of our members, Carol Bafaloukos and District #20 Governor Niki Pallas are dance instructors at St.Katherine’s and have been preparing our dancers for the upcoming FDF competition in February in Anaheim,CA. Congratulations to Sister Carol for earning her Doctorate in Nursing! Three of our Sisters havealso been elected to the District #20 Lodge: Niki Pallas, District Governor; Cathy Keyser, District Secretaryand District Maids Of Athena Advisor; and Josephine Avaneas is District Marshall. Angela Armstrongwas also reelected as the Grand President of the Maids Of Athena. Congratulations!Our Annual Christmas Dinner will include a toy drive for a local women’s shelter, My Sister’s Place.We are looking forward to attending the Mid Winter Conference being held in Long Beach, CA in February.In Theta Pi,Theresa Fardelos38

Thais Chapter 344, Mobile, ALThe Daughter of Penelope held the October 2013 Chapter meeting at Penelope House. Each memberbrought a new Halloween Costume for a child resident of the Shelter and Transitional Living Program.Following the business meeting the costumes were displayed for all to see. There was an abundance ofcostumes for children who may enter shelter at a later date. We also participated with AHEPA in providingHalloween parties at AHEPA Housing projects in the area.Daughters celebrated Founders Day in November with a special service and prayer in Church followed bycoffee hour in the Community Center.We held our annual Christmas party at the home of Kathryn Coumanis on Dec. 2nd. Following dinner everyoneparticipated in playing Dirty Santa. A good time was had by all. We never forget Penelope Houseand as is the tradition, all members brought Christmas gifts and gift cards for all the adult residents of PenelopeHouse. In December we will assist with Christmas parties at all 13 AHEPA Housing ApartmentComplexes and at Penelope House complete with a full dinner and appearance by Santa Clause bearinggifts.39

Aega Chapter #357On August 3, 2013, Aega Chapter, Blue Point, NY, held a candy sale at the Sayville Summerfest to benefitour scholarship fund. Pictured below from left to right: Mary Filou, Past President and Nancy Devlopoulos,Treasurer.On Sunday, August 11, 2013, Aega Chapter held an initiation luncheon to induct 10 new members. Theluncheon was held at the home of Stacey Karlos, one of our new members. Pictured below r are ElaineLerikos, another one of our new inductees, discussing the goals of Daughters of Penelope with NancyDevlopoulos, Treasurer. Our 10 new members are Alyssa Devlopoulos, Melanie Devlopoulos, RosemaryDevlopoulos, Arianna Fountis, Elena Fountis, Katie Fountis, Valerie Gerolemou, Stacey Karlos, Jillian Kovachand Elaine Lerikos. We welcome our new members and look forward to working with them!Also in August, the members of Aega Chapter, Blue Point, NY, collected backpacks and school suppliesfor underprivileged children. The project was spearheaded by Stacey Karlos, pictured below in the center.The supplies were brought to the United Way in Deer Park, NY, for distribution to needy families.40

Hesperus Chapter #359 in Athens, GreeceSubmitted by Anna Goritsa, SecretaryPresident sister Soula Papanikolaou-Whittle honors brother Dr. Dimitrios HondrosM.D. for his service, leadership and dedication to the Evangelismos Hospitaland to the AHEPA Family at Hesperus’s 359 Annual Thanksgiving CharityLuncheon held on November 24, 2013 at the at the N.J.V. Athens Plaza HotelAthens, Greece. The money raised from our lottery was donated to the Deafand Mute School in Drossia and Agion Apostolon Senior Citizen’s Home Tzitzifies.A big thank you is extended to all our sponsors (companies and individuals),to DOP Chapter, Amaryllis, AHEPA District#25, AHEPA Chapters, HJ1and EVERYONE who worked hard the past few months to make our ThanksgivingCharity Luncheon a big success.proud of our heritage.Greece is experiencing very difficult times and God only knows what the outcomewill be. It is important that the Hellenes of the Diaspora remain united andAmaryillis Chapter #421—Chalandri, Athens, GreeceIn the Fall our chapter send items of need to our local nursing home at Skouze Hill. We donated aspecial bed, a wheelchair, a breathing apparatus, a special mattress for bedridden inmates, and assortedmedical supplies that were necessary. They definitely need all the help we can offer them.To the Filothei Athinea Girls’ Home, in Aghia Paraskevi, a washing machine, two Television sets, withsome DVDs, and the sum of 500 Euros, in memory of Past Chapter President Liana’s Mother, Iro.We have also decided, to help out with the girls dowries, in kind, for the girls that either get marriedor go on to live alone, after getting into Universities. These girls, having had a bad start in life, are an inspirationto us all.There is, in Kalithea, a Toddlers’ Home, that caters for small children, that have been removed fromtheir families by the State, due to inappropriate conditions in their homes. Past Chapter President LianaKalierou visited them last week, with sweets and small gifts for the children. We are also trying to undertakecooking 30 portions of food each, once a month. It will be a great help for the Home, as they are ingreat need of help. We shall try to fix their heaters and maybe find a way to have petrol sent to them. IAll of the Homes we decided to help, need all the help they can get, and as you see, we try and helpHomes for all ages. Unfortunately it’s hard to have to chose between so many Institutions as times arevery difficult in Greece, but our means are meagre, but we hope for better days!41

Niriides Chapter #423—Komotini, GreeceSubmitted by Maria Sofianou, PresidentFree Mammogram to 250 Greek women with the initiative of the Niriides ChapterMore than two hundred women were able to seize the opportunity and make clinical and prognostic mammogramcontrol in the mobile mammography unit of the THEAGENEION Cancer Hospital of Thessaloniki,which was found in the central square of Komotini on the 16th and 17th November , after the commendableinitiative of the Komotini Chapter NIRIIDES "DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE". Medical and paramedicalstaff of the unit offered their services on a voluntary basis, and priority was given to insecureand economically weak women. The unit remained in the region for two days with the intervention ofBishop Mr. Panteleimonos.The President of ch.NIRIIDES” DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE” Mrs. Maria Sofianou with brother GeorgeChristoforidis President of the AHEPANS ch. "ORFEAS" KOMOTINIS on her left, the the Director ofSurgerical Clinic of ThEAGENEiON Mr Simpilidis on her right, the President of the Club ALMA ZOISMrs. Nteliopoyloy and members of the local community.The event was supported by the AHEPANS CHAPTER “ORFEAS” of Komotini, whose President brotherGeorge Christoforidis, praised the activation of the women’s chapter of the AHEPA family.The action had a great response to women who rushed en masse to examine and to make free mammogram,waiting for hours in the central square of Komotini and outside City Hall Sapon. Involved womenover 40 years of age from all population units because they understood the value of prevention, as cancerstrikes at all ages.The ultimate success of the chapter’s voluntary action, expressed the President of "the daughters of Penelope»ch.NIRIIDES-Komotini, Mrs. Maria Sofianou, since about 100 women were tested on the firstday and 150 on the second. Mrs Sofianou, indeed, dedicated the action in memory of women who weredefeated by breast cancer.Breast cancer is the leading cause of death in women. In Greece afloat 4,500 women every year, while1,600 unfortunately lose the battle. The disease usually strikes at ages 50-69 years, without, however,missing cases and younger ones ages.42

Niriides Chapter #423—Komotini, GreeceSubmitted by Maria Sofianou, PresidentFrom the left: Mrs. Kourteli Xouri Chairman of THEAGENEION, the Treasurer of Ch. NIRIIDES sisterMixailidoy Pitsa, the physician k. Sympilidis, the President of the DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE-CH.NIRIIDES KOMOTINI mrs.Maria Sofianou, Doctor Kesidis and mrs.Eleni Nteliopoulou."As Governor I am particularly proud with what becomes" stressed the Dioikitria of THEAGENEION MrKoyrteli -Xoyri. "Despite the crisis the State is here and I am delighted with the picture that I saw in Komotiniand the Sapes on these two days of our stay.".43

Arsinoi Chapter #424 & Atrytone Chapter #426In September, the DOP-ATRYTONE Chapter of Serres,Greece and the DOP-ARSINOI of Xanthi, Greece and thechapter Protagoras AHEPA of Xanthi visited the isles ofImvros and Tenedos. The vision and initiative ofSerres DOPs was to visit Imvros due to the reopening ofthe Greek School (after 49 years of closure from TurkishAuthorities) was supported by the Xanthi DOPs andAHEPA of Xanthi. The trip was an important mission topromote Hellenism and encourage the effort of greek minorityin Imvros to restart the Greek school and the Greeklanguage to be taught again after nearly half a century ofsilence. Gifts which were donated to school included multifunctionalphotocopy and fax machine, portable cd andradio player, gymnastics equipment and illuminated greekglobe. A significant mission by DOPs and AHEPA Familyto support Hellenic minority communities and their strenuousefforts to preserve Greek traditions and language hasbeen successfully fulfilled. A beautiful trip with memorable and moving moments!Details on the event:-A full meal was offered to 130 individuals at the Nursing Home "Kostopouleios Roof", Serres in October.We visited the nursing home to accompany with our presence the inmates and they were happy to sharetheir afternoon tea with us!- A full meal was offered to 205 fellow citizens at the Philanthropic center of the Metropolis, Serres. TheBishop of Serres was thankful for the generous offer by the DOP’s of Serres, particularly these difficulttimes Greece is going through.- Christmas bazaar is going to take place on 14th December 2013 in Liberty Square of Serres in order toraise funds and support the philanthropic mission of our Sisterhood.44

Elpides Chapter #428 in Thessaloniki, GreeceOur chapter is a new chapter with 23 members. Our chapter is primarily comprised of doctors specializingin breast cancer and therefore our mission is to create awareness and help women realize the importanceof breast cancer screenings. As a chapter we have provided free breast cancer screenings.We have been fortunate to receive exposure and help from the AHEPA Hospital in Thessaloniki. Beloware photos from the event we held at the AHEPA Hospital. US Embassy Consul General to ThessalonikiRobert Sanders, the Governor of Thessaloniki and Director of the AHEPA Hospital were in attendance.Also below is a photo from our recent initiation of new members conducted by Chapter President YiotaSassopoulou.We look forward to sharing our news with other chapters and working together to brainstorm new ideas topromote membership and our mission!45

News from our ProjectsPenelope HouseFall is a very busy time in the life of our Agency. October is celebrated nationally as Domestic ViolenceAwareness Month. Penelope House staff participated in a variety of events, conferences and media appearancesto help bring public awareness to this devastating social problem.On October 5th we held a book signing at Penelope's Closet and a TV appearance. Author Dr. KathrynCoumanis signed copies of her book You Can't Beat An Alabama Woman and author Theodore Pitsiossigned copies of his book In Search of Ithaka. All proceeds from sales went to Penelope House.The highlight of the month was the visit to Penelope House by GP Joanne Saltas and DOP ED ElenaSkardis. We were especially happy to welcome Elena on her first visit to Penelope House. They touredour facility, visited Penelope's Closet, met with staff and later attended the major fund raising event “OurBig Fat Greek Not So Grand Affair”. The event was held at the Hellenic Center and featured Greek Foodand music; the 1978 members of the Thais DOP Chapter who voted to start Penelope House were recognizedand GP Joanne Saltas shared some beautiful words. It was truly a Grand Affair, attended by over260 friends of Penelope House who welcomed our guests with open arms.46

UM Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer CenterAntonia Hyland & Kaliope Xenakis, Co-chairsIn attending the various meetings at UM/Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center we have becomeaware of the various ways fundraising is offered and wish to bring these to you in the hopes your chaptercould avail themselves of these suggestions.Contacting a local restaurant to have them donate a portion of their food sales on a specific date whendiners mention Sylvester. A local department store to be contacted with information about Sylvester andarrange sale of discount tickets for use in the store, here too, Sylvester must be mentioned. Booklets willbe available upon request.Have a local Vendor Day with vendors donating a portion of their funds. Vendors could be set up at achurch center and table space could be charged or you may ask for a percentage of sales.Certainly, Alex's Place which is their fairly new facility for pediatric cancer patients and children up to age18, for which we supply books and other items for their comfort while at the facility. This certainly couldbe included as a fund raiser for your local luncheon/ fashion show. A local walkathon has been very profitablein getting your local membership involved. UM/Sylvester has been successful in opening satellitecenters throughout South Florida. The latest one in Kendall thus making UM/Sylvester available to morepatients. The Deerfield Beach facility is setup to give total care for mammography exams for early detectionto complete treatment.Dr. W. Jarrard Goodwin, who is part of the Strategic Advisory Board at Sylvester is a noted professor ofotolaryngology and plastic surgery addressed us recently and brought us up to date on the latest and continuingresearch developments in their brain tumor research of which you were previously informed; theirstem cell research which is now combined with the bone marrow program. Dr. Goodwin was very specificthat at Sylvester, they do not use embryo stem cells.As new developments come to light, we will report them.47

January 2014 VOL. #16 ISSUE #1Daughters of PenelopeTHANK YOU!Thank you for your continued support of Penelope’s Scroll. Please be sure to view allof our publications, forms and applications online at www.daughtersofpenelope.org.Please e-mail any questions, comments or feedback toExecutive Director Elena Saviolakis at elena@ahepa.org.Thank you!Daughters of PenelopeSupreme Headquarters1909 Q Street, NW, Suite 500Washington, DC 20009PREVAIL!WWW.DAUGHTERSOFPENELOPE.ORG48