Upcoming Chapter Events:

SEPTEMBER SOCIAL:

The Chapter’s September 2026 Social will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Old Spaghetti Company in downtown Phoenix. This will be a first as Gabe Forsberg hosts a bridal shower for member, Ashley Jackson who is getting married in November.   

All are welcome; gifts are appreciated but not expected. In order to cover the meals and soft drink or tea, lunch will be $30 and there will be fun and games!  Please RSVP to Gabe by September 15th.

OCTOBER SOCIAL:

The Chapter 68 Social for October will be at Haus Murphy, (5739 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, 85301) on Wednesday evening, October 7 from 5-7pm. Please join us for an evening of great company, raffles and 50/50 drawing, hosted by member Stacey Eastwood. Separate checks will be available for your order. RSVP using the link below or QR code.

https://links.asu.edu/October2026Social

DECEMBER SOCIAL:

The Chapter 68 Annual Holiday Party, hosted by Chapter members Julie Augeri and Rose Mary Lloyd will be held on Tuesday, December 8th from 11am-1:30pm at Black Bear Diner in Tempe. Please mark your calendars now and plan to attend. More details to follow.

RSVP to Julie at julmaug@aol.com

SAVE THE DATE!

Join us for the Chapter 68 Cruise and Social, scheduled for Monday, 30 August – Friday, 3 September 2027 on the Carnival Radiance ship.  The cruise departs from Long Beach, CA with ports of call at Catalina Island and Ensenada.

To book, please call Derek Palomino, Carnival Planner, 800.819.3902 ext 85284, and reference Group Booking #DB8X78. He will assist with your booking and secure the best available price for your desired category. The deposit will be $50-$100pp depending on the offer you choose.

Cabins are booked for double occupancy, but if you do not have a cabin mate, you can add that name later. Final payment will be due 16 June 2027. The current rates per person are: Interior – $384; Oceanview – $477; Balcony – $610; Suite – $982. Please remember that rates are subject to change until booked.

Cruising is a relaxing way to travel with a variety of dining options and entertainment. We will enjoy the sisterhood of women veterans. Friends and family are welcome to join us as well. Please feel free to share this info with other women veterans that you think may like to join us. Let’s make it the biggest party of the summer 2027!

Quote of the week

“Never underestimate, what a woman can do. For she does much, more than a few.
Never take for granted, what a woman can achieve. For she is more confident, that others believe.
Strong minded and witty, charming and fun. Never forget what us woman
have truly become.”

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