Meetings of the Zonta Club of South County Rhode Island are held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7 PM @ South Shore Village Community Center
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Zonta Twinning Program
Our Zonta Club is proud to be participating in Zonta International’s Twinning Program, whose mission is to foster global connections, exchange knowledge and promote fellowship among clubs around the world. Through twinning, Zonta clubs gain valuable opportunities to learn from one another and strengthen their collective impact. We are paired with a club in Australia and look forward to sharing ideas. Look for more details in the coming months!
International Women’s Day Program
At our March meeting, the Program Committee presented a video entitled “International Day of Women and Girls in Science” to our members. March 8th is International Women’s Day as well as Zonta Rose Day, so the topic was very timely. After the video, several Club members shared their career challenges working in male dominated work arenas. It was hoped that many of the young women of today will no longer find themselves in similar situations, and that greater equality between the genders would exist.
Lieutenant Governors Asked South County Club President to Speak
Our Club President, Nadine Salley, was the guest speaker at the January 22, 2025 Zonta Lieutenant Governor’s Membership Committee Meeting. Nadine was asked to address the attendees about processes and procedures required to start a new club. She provided the rationale for establishing a club in an Over 55 Community. As the founder of our club, chartered in the Fall of 2023, she was able to provide practical advice regarding recruitment of members, managing meetings, logistics of filing for not-for-profit status, effective ways of coordinating with the District and International leaders, and much more.
January Amelia Earhart Program
Guest Speaker, Kierra Wilk, Amelia Earhart Fellow At our January 14, 2025 meeting, we were fortunate to have Rhode Island native Kierra Wilk join us. Kierra Wilk was awarded one of the coveted 2024 Zonta Amelia Earhart fellowships. She is a Ph.D. candidate at Brown University studying planetary science. In addition to studying the moon, she has published work on Mars and is interested in the geologic mapping of planetary bodies such as Europa. Ms. Wilk is actively involved with two upcoming NASA missions, Lunar Trailblazer and Europa Clipper. After completing her Ph.D., Ms. Wilk will join the Planetary Geology, […]
Gift Wrapping at Wakefield Mall
Members of the Zonta Club volunteered to wrap gifts at our local mall on Saturday, December 14th. In just a few hours, we collected $240 in donations toward our charitable funds. While working hard to earn money and expand awareness of Zonta’s mission, a good time was had by all.
Poinsettia Fundraiser
Our Zonta Club of South County Rhode Island raised over $1,200 for our charitable fund by selling gorgeous poinsettias. Members sold more than 95 plants, distributed on December 4th to recipients who raved about their high quality and beauty.
December Holiday Dinner
On December 10, 2024, our Zontians enjoyed dinner at a local restaurant. The evening began with a brief business update, followed by enjoyable food and conversations. This popular event is likely to become an annual celebration of our club’s accomplishments and the friendships that Zonta has fostered.
Installation of New Officers and Welcome New Members
At our October 2024 meeting, the Zonta Club of South County Rhode Island celebrated our first anniversary. In addition, we welcomed new members, as well as new officers and committee members. We were fortunate to have special guest Verna Fresca, liaison to District 1, who serves as Treasurer of the Northampton MA area club. Her club will be celebrating 90 years in March 2025. Verna presided over the installation of board members and the induction of five new members.