Meetings and Programs
GUESTS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME TO ATTEND ANY OF OUR GENERAL MEETINGS.
RESERVATIONS ARE ONLY REQUIRED FOR LUNCHEONS.
Our branch meetings are held at Vanport Presbyterian Church, 289 Georgetown Lane, Beaver.
Meetings in October, November, December, and April are held on the first Thursday of each month at 7 pm unless otherwise noted. Social time begins at 6:30 pm. Meetings in February and March are held on the first Saturday of the month at 10 am. Social time begins at 9:30 am.
In September, we hold our fall kickoff brunch, and in May, we hold our scholarship luncheon. See newsletter for dates and reservation information.
Our general membership meetings may be changed to online via Zoom if necessary.
Dates for 2025– 2026 are:
Saturday, September 6, 2025 (10:30 am social time, lunch served at 11:00 am)
Fall Brunch, The Wooden Angel, Sharon Road, Beaver, PA Recognition of the Effie Solomon Scholarship Recipient
Thursday, October 2, 2025 (6:30 pm social time, program begins 7:00 pm)
Uncomfortable Wins: Growth Begins When Comfort Ends – Felicia Mycyk
Come join us for this uplifting discussion, Uncomfortable Wins: Growth Begins When Comfort Ends. Felicia Mycyk is a dynamic speaker whose powerful personal journey—from cancer survivor and mother of four to award-winning coach, entrepreneur, and community advocate—challenges us to break through our comfort zones. With warmth and wisdom, she shares real stories of perseverance and growth, inspiring others to overcome life’s obstacles and embrace their full potential. Drawing on her experience as a sports coach, she brings practical tools to empower individuals to lead themselves and others with confidence. Felicia’s passion and energy will leave you feeling uplifted and motivated.
Saturday, October 4, 2025 Annual Kitchen Tour (see Kitchen Tour page)
Thursday, November 6, 2025 (6:30 pm social time, program begins 7:00 pm)
Shape the Future Event – Bring a potential member
Behind the Numbers: Real Talk About Diabetes & Daily Life – Barb Crishi MS, RD/LD, CDCES
Living with diabetes comes with a lot of questions—big and small. This down-to-earth, practical session is your chance to get real answers. Barb, a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with over 25 years of experience, brings her personal and professional insights to the conversation. From family life to hospitals, clinics, and the latest in diabetes technology, she’s seen it all. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, a long-time patient, or supporting someone with diabetes, join us for an honest, helpful discussion—and bring your questions!
Thursday, December 4, 2025 (6:30 pm social time, program begins 7:00 pm)
Christmas Interlude – Sounds Of Pittsburgh
Listen, relax and enjoy as the award-winning women’s acapella choral group, Sounds of Pittsburgh, performs a festive Christmas Concert. They are a Pittsburgh-based chapter of Sweet Adelines International, a worldwide organization of women singers committed to advancing the musical art form of barbershop four-part harmony. What a Christmas treat!!
Saturday, February 7, 2026 (9:30 am social time, program begins 10:00 am)
Cybersecurity, Threat Awareness – Kristi Farrow
Assistant Professor, Cybersecurity, Beaver County Community College
We all need more information on how to protect ourselves from internet scams. Kristi Farrow has over 27 years of professional military and defense industry experience, specializing in cryptologic communications, and intelligence systems. She holds an MBA with a concentration in Cybersecurity Management. Kristi is currently the faculty lead for CCBC’s Cybersecurity Program and teaches cybersecurity, computer forensics, and other information technology courses.
Saturday, March 7, 2026 (9:30 am social time, program begins 10:00 am)
The Beaver Valley LaunchBox: Igniting Ideas, Empowering Entrepreneur
Stephanie Menor, Marketing Catalyst, Beaver Valley Launchbox
Join Stephanie Menor, a leader in the community-driven initiative The Launchbox, as she shares how this dynamic resource is fueling innovation and growth in the Beaver Valley region. Learn about Launchbox’s mission to support aspiring entrepreneurs through free services like education, mentorship, and networking. Stephanie will highlight inspiring success stories, impactful programs such as Lion’s Den, Queen B, and the Holiday Market, and how these efforts are strengthening the local economy and creating jobs. Attendees will also hear about exciting upcoming events and leave with a clear call to action on how to get involved, followed by an open Q&A session.
Thursday April 9, 2026 (6:30 pm social time, program begins 7:00 pm)
The Holocaust: Poland Personally in conjunction with Classroom Without Borders – Pamala Learn and Whitney Conjeski
Join mother-daughter Beaver County educators, Pamala Learn and Whitney Conjeski for a deeply moving presentation. They’re involvement in “Classrooms Without Borders Speaker Series – Breaking Down Borders through Education,” has led them to share their recent travels to Poland with a Holocaust Survivor, Howard Chandler, retracing his early life before the war and his experiences during the war. Using a video presentation, they will share their experience as well as educate us on the “Classrooms Without Borders” program which is based in Pittsburgh. The trip is life-changing and sharing the experience will propel the listener into a quest for a deeper understanding of what it means to be human in inhumane environments.
Thursday, April 16, 2026 (7:00 pm)
Girls’ Recognition Night – Community College of Beaver County, Monaca, PA
Saturday, May 2, 2026 (10:30 am social time, lunch served at 11:00 am)
Spring Brunch, Wooden Angel Restaurant, Beaver, PA Honoring Scholarship Awardees and Installation of Officers