The Officers and Board of Directors for 2011-12 were installed May 19 at a dinner party held at Parker's Steak House. The installation was carried out with a "Canine Friends" theme, using flower arrangements shaped like puppies, dog bone and paw-shaped cookies, and bookmarks outlining the positive attributes and character each person brings to our club, as exemplified by pets. It was a fun evening!
From left back row: Eleanor Clapp-Shumaker, Sandra Putaansuu, Gail Barber, Lisa Allen, Joyce Leitner, Betty Trembley, Marion Olmsted, Winona Smith; front row Adele Gowdy, Maggi Miollis, Virginia Russeff, Debbie Johnson, Darlene Little, Krista Mead.
Immediate past president Lisa Allen presented the Altrusan of the Year Award to Joyce Leitner, explaining Joyce's steady, can-do attitute and calm demeanor has been a helpful attribute to the entire club last year. 
Lisa was presented with a lovely Altrusa travel blanket, a token of thanks from the officers and members for her leadership over the past two years.
New President Adele Gowdy gave a short introduction to the upcoming year, thanked members for their confidence in her leadership, and said she is excited about the upcoming year.
She invited members to sign up for their choice of committees and announced the annual planning retreat on June 12 to map out the goals and projects for the 2011-12 year. Everyone's input and ideas are important!
Officers and Directors, 2011-12
Adele Gowdy, President
Gail Barber, Vice President
Lisa Allen, Immediate Past President
Debbie Johnson, Secretary
Eleanor Clapp-Shumaker, Treasurer
Virginia Russeff, Assistant Preasurer
Sandra Putaansuu, Communications Director
Winona Smith & Betty Trembley, One Year Directors
Marion Olmstead & Joyce Leitner, Two Year Directors
