Automotivated
CPW member, Stacey Gitt, attending the opening night party for
Automotivated at Phoenix Art Museum.
Dennita Sewell (Curator of Fashion
Design),
Stacey & Steve Gitt (Exhibition
Sponsors)
Fashion Design Gallery
April 14, 2007 – September 2, 2007
French couturiers often worked with carmakers to create matching
ensembles for the car owners who sought to create the ultimate
luxury style statement. Automotivated, the next fashion design
exhibition opening April 14, profiles examples of work by some of
the top couturiers of the 1930s, including Lanvin, Paquin, Vionnet
and Schiaparelli, among others. The exquisite color combinations
and form fitting lines in these garments show their relationship
to streamlined design and modernity as it emerged from the
automotive industry. From the brown linen dusters and goggles of
the early 1900s to the sleek and glamorous bias cut gowns of the
1930s, this exhibition shows the influence of streamlined
automobile design in fashion design.
CPW
Members at Women of SCOTTSDALE Meeting with Mayor Mary Manross
CPW members Rada Tierney and Julia Patrick with Scottsdale Mayor
Mary Manross at the April meeting of Women of Scottsdale. The
three were judges for the annual "Hats" luncheon sponsored by
Frontdoors Lifestyle News. Rada Tierney is the 2007 Director for
Women of Scottsdale.
Leadership and Change
Know-How:
leadership skills for 21st century
business
Ram Charan's "Know-How: The 8 Skills That Separate People Who
Perform From Those Who Don't" could be about politics or about any
meaningful human endeavor. Instead, it is about business. The
author's insights have made him a renowned figure in the realm of
corporate consultancy, and his work has garnered praise from
leaders such as GE's Jack Welch and "Seven Habits" guru Stephen R.
Covey. In "Know-How," Charan does not offer any easy answers, but
he does point out the critical nature of what can happen when an
industry does not respond immediately to signals of change (both
internal and external) relevant to its survival.
http://knowledge.wpcarey.asu.edu/article/1400
May 19th
Ladies Night Out!
The Capital Grille Phoenix / Herberger Theatre
5:30p.m.-7:00p.m. Reception
8-9p.m. Theatre Show
The night will start at The Capital Grille Phoenix with hors d’
oeuvres created by Executive Chef Giovanni Pace paired with wines
from Arizona Vines; both will reflect the tastes of a fruit
orchard as we will be viewing the featured play at the Herberger
Theatre, Molly’s Delicious. Molly’s Delicious is a heartwarming
tale of youthful hope that will make you laugh as you fall in love
with its offbeat characters and leave you feeling that everything
is possible. A crisp, tart and juicy romance set in an apple
grove!
Costs-$70++ per person (Includes a ticket to Molly’s Delicious)
Political Involvement
VOTE:
www.azsos.gov/election/voterregistration.htm
WHERE TO GO FOR INFORMATION,
HOT TOPICS AND HOW TO’S:
www.az.gov
EVERY CITY HAS A WEBSITE:
www.ci.phoenix.az.us
www.ci.scottsdale.az.us
LOOKING TO 2008:
The National Women's Political Caucus announced the release of
it's new political training manuals. We look forward to the 2008
election cycle, and are proud to announce that for us, the 2008
race has begun.
Campaign Manuals
Arizona Women’s Partnership, Inc.
a
non-profit all volunteer organization
dedicated to assisting grass roots
organizations
that help underserved women and
children at risk
invites you to join Chef Jennifer Sedig, Chef Jackie
Kerrigan and Chef Spomenka McKinney
at our annual
Wine, Women & Jazz FUNdraiser 2007
on Saturday, May 19th
from 4:00PM-7:00PM
at the
Arizona Culinary Institute
10585 N. 114th St (at
Shea Blvd) Scottsdale
Enjoy sublime hors d’oeuvres,
divine desserts, fine wine and lively jazz with Margo Reed, Delphine Cortez and Blaise
Lantana
Silent Auction will also be
featured
Tickets: $50 ($65 at the door)
Contributions are tax-deductible to
the extent allowable by law
For
information: www.azwp.org
THAI CULTURAL DAYS 2007
a festival of Thailand
Chantri Sukpon Beck, Festival Chair
Sat/Sun, October 20 _ 22 2007, 10am-4pm
Heritage & Science Park, 7 St and Monroe, Phoenix-downtown
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Experience the Arts, Cuisine and
Culture of Thailand
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Unique products of the King of
Thailand and Villages
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Entertainment: Thai Fashions, Thai
Traditional Dance and Thai Music
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Shopping: Thai Arts and Crafts and
Thai Food
Free Admission. For
more information,
call 602-614-2622 or
visit
http://www.thaiamericanfriendships.org
SOCIAL GRACES
The Most Wide-Spread "Virtual" Blunders
Cell Phones, iPods and
BlackBerries
Virtual technology is everywhere.
While much of it was present in the 20th century, it is exploding
in the 21st century. Oh, so many opportunities to make the
inevitable faux pas! Below are the blunders that are found to be
the most offensive. Have you been on the receiving end of any of
these? Are you guilty of committing one or more of them?
Cell
phones ringing during a meeting, luncheon, movies, plays,
concerts, or funerals
Turn your phone off before you arrive at the function. If
you need a reminder, use the calendar function on the phone and
program a reminder to beep 5 or 10 minutes prior to the event.
When you hear the beep, turn off your phone.
Place your phone on vibrate if you are expecting an
important call. Leave the room and look for a private area to
talk when you receive a call.
When dining, advise everyone at the table (ahead of time)
if you are expecting a call that must be taken.
Making
the cell phone or BlackBerry a priority by placing it where it
will attract
Do not place your cell phone or BlackBerry on the table
during a meeting or at a restaurant. People may feel ignored or
disrespected and may think you don’t value them or their time.
Walking around having a conversation with an imaginary friend
With today’s advanced Bluetooth technology, headsets and
cellular devices are easier than ever to conceal. To avoid this
situation, be selective when using handsfree devices in public
places. It’s best to use these in your car or office.
Forcing strangers to listen to a lengthy cell phone conversation
when standing in line at the post office, sitting on a plane,
waiting in the doctor’s office, in a restaurant, etc.
Do not make or take calls when you’re in a confined
place. Remember that your cell phone conversation probably is of
no interest, and is likely annoying, to those around you.
If you are on the receiving end, simply walk away, try to
change your location if possible, or find someone in a position
of authority to address the situation.
Confronting anyone in a public setting about their cell phone
manners is likely to cause trouble. If necessary, do it
discreetly and diplomatically.
Avoid sensitive or confidential information while talking
in public.
Speaking louder than normal for callers to hear
It’s simply not necessary to speak louder than a normal
phone voice.
Tapping away on your BlackBerry or text messaging while talking
with someone
If you need to return a call or relay text information,
excuse yourself and step out of the room to complete the
"conversation."
Speaking or launching right into the conversation when calling
someone
Always begin the conversation by asking if this is a good
time to talk. This will give the receiver of the call an
opportunity to let you know if they are on their way to a
meeting or event and will need to schedule the call at a later
time.
Listening to an iPod during a business meeting or function
Always remove the earbuds from both ears. Even if your
iPod is off, having an earphone in even one ear is
disrespectful.
Unable
to understand the phone number or person’s name on a voice message
When leaving a voicemail message, state your name and
phone number at the beginning of the message and again at the
end of the message. Spell your name if you know your name may be
difficult to understand.
Slowly speak the numbers. Say the word zero and not "O."
Spam
filters blocking legitimate business contacts
If you are using a spam filter process, advise the person
you will add them to the accepted list or mention the
verification process beforehand.
Robin Craig and Norma Ory
Central Phoenix Women will offer a
moment on Social Graces each month.
Information will be provided that relates to manners, etiquette,
protocol, grooming, public behavior and good taste.
