Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club

Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club We enjoy working together to actively promote the civic, cultural, educational, social and spiritual
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We welcome all area women 40 years and older to visit with us during an upcoming club meeting. As part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) we enjoy working together to actively promote the civic, cultural, educational, social and spiritual betterment of our community.

We all have dreams we hold back, decisions left to be made, or plans uncompleted. On this day, people break free of ever...
07/27/2023

We all have dreams we hold back, decisions left to be made, or plans uncompleted. On this day, people break free of everything holding them back. Everyone has at least one thing that they would like to overcome, need to do or want to do but might be fearful or hesitant to do so. This is the day to go ahead and do it, take that first step and go for it!

"Only I can change my life, no one can do it for me."

Carol Burnett

(From the GFWC Advancements Forum)
Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

Don’t forget to bring donations for the FV Food Bank to the FV Growers Market/FVWC booth Saturday from 8-12!
07/21/2023

Don’t forget to bring donations for the FV Food Bank to the FV Growers Market/FVWC booth Saturday from 8-12!

Check out Col. J, a member of our FV Woman’s Club! Her military service and the knowledge she holds as a nurse and an ad...
07/21/2023

Check out Col. J, a member of our FV Woman’s Club! Her military service and the knowledge she holds as a nurse and an advocate is a great asset to our country, our town, and our club! Town of Fuquay-Varina
GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

FORT LIBERTY N.C. - Having someone in your corner when you need help is a plus. Lawyers, counselors, teachers, planners, and more all advocate for many...

If you are free tomorrow (7/19), stop by the FV Library and see our very own Shirley Simmons speak about FV History. She...
07/18/2023

If you are free tomorrow (7/19), stop by the FV Library and see our very own Shirley Simmons speak about FV History. She is our Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club historian, her church historian, and our Fuquay Varina historian on top of the Volunteer coordinator at the Fuquay-Varina Museums! She is awesome!

Learn Fuquay-Varina Local History
Fuquay Varina Library
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
11 am - 12 noon

Shirley Simmons, local history expert, lead docent of the Fuquay-Varina Centennial Museum,
and co-author of "A History of Fuquay-Varina", will present an overview of the rich history of
Fuquay-Varina and resources available at the museum.
GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

Last week members completed 607 new bows for our Wreaths across America project that places wreaths on the local graves ...
07/18/2023

Last week members completed 607 new bows for our Wreaths across America project that places wreaths on the local graves of veterans during the holidays. That’s a LOT of bows! Great job!

Come see us Saturday at the FV Growers Market! Bring donations for the Fuquay-Varina Emergency Food Pantry to our booth!...
07/18/2023

Come see us Saturday at the FV Growers Market! Bring donations for the Fuquay-Varina Emergency Food Pantry to our booth!
Rice, Peanut Butter, canned goods and Ensure are needed to better serve our senior population.
Thank you to the Growers Market for supporting our mission of serving our community! Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club GFWC-NC District 6 GFWC of NC

Join us this Saturday from 8am-12pm as we welcome the Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club , our honored non-profit guest! They will be accepting donations of non-perishable items, Ensure and Boost shakes, as well as toiletry and hygiene products for the Fuquay-Varina Emergency Food Pantry .

Additionally, don't miss the opportunity to grab a stylish Loom hat from them. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to them for being our valued outreach partners!

Members visited Dix Park to see the sunflowers and walk this weekend. ( Also Wingin' It for a delicious lunch). The flow...
07/17/2023

Members visited Dix Park to see the sunflowers and walk this weekend. ( Also Wingin' It for a delicious lunch). The flowers were beautiful and the company even better! If you have the opportunity to visit the heliotropes, you should! GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6 . 🌻🌻🌻

Ms. Julia, keeper of the Extra Mile walking stick has been traveling! Hawaii and Lees-McRae College most recently! Thank...
07/17/2023

Ms. Julia, keeper of the Extra Mile walking stick has been traveling! Hawaii and Lees-McRae College most recently! Thank you for going the extra mile - in club work and otherwise!
Our members are awesome!👏👏 👏
Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

Is it Christmas yet? Members of the Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club made hundreds of bows today for the Wreaths across Americ...
07/11/2023

Is it Christmas yet? Members of the Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club made hundreds of bows today for the Wreaths across America project! Thank you to all that took part! Thank you to Susan from The Garden Hut for the instruction so that our bows will all look alike! GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

07/06/2023
Have a happy and safe 4th! Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club
07/05/2023

Have a happy and safe 4th! Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club

Ya’ll! Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club won the Club Creativity Award for Communications and PR for GFWC! Not just the state, ...
06/27/2023

Ya’ll! Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club won the Club Creativity Award for Communications and PR for GFWC! Not just the state, but the National/International level! Great job by all of our members!

Vendor Fair Sat. June 24 from 9-12 benefiting Childcare Network.  Please support if you can!
06/24/2023

Vendor Fair Sat. June 24 from 9-12 benefiting Childcare Network. Please support if you can!

Members of the Environment Committee planted new perennials near the sign and replaced a butterfly bush at the FVWC Club...
06/21/2023

Members of the Environment Committee planted new perennials near the sign and replaced a butterfly bush at the FVWC Clubhouse recently. The plants are beautiful and our members are awesome! GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

On this Juneteenth, we condemn racism and celebrate freedom for all since 1865.   GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6
06/19/2023

On this Juneteenth, we condemn racism and celebrate freedom for all since 1865. GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

To the Dads in FV who are great, Happy Father's Day!
06/18/2023

To the Dads in FV who are great, Happy Father's Day!

Recently, some of our fabulous members met to clean the grounds at the FVWC Clubhouse. They did a fabulous job! Thank yo...
06/17/2023

Recently, some of our fabulous members met to clean the grounds at the FVWC Clubhouse. They did a fabulous job! Thank you to all that helped for your hard work! 🥰. GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

Members of FVWC helped at the Fuquay-Varina Museums for Heritage Day! Members helped with games for kids, were docents i...
06/15/2023

Members of FVWC helped at the Fuquay-Varina Museums for Heritage Day! Members helped with games for kids, were docents in the museums, placed signs, and honorary member (Mike) cleaned up debris day before. We also caught Dr. Cozart's grandson Wiley Simeon Cozart III, a dentist living in Brevard, visiting the museums on Heritage Day. His baby picture is to his right, our left, with Dr Cozart Jr and rest of family. If you don't know who Dr. Cozart is, you should make it a point to visit the museums! GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

In May, we held our FVWC Banquet at the American Legion Post 116. All of our members did a FANTASTIC job this year of se...
06/14/2023

In May, we held our FVWC Banquet at the American Legion Post 116. All of our members did a FANTASTIC job this year of serving our community. We highlighted a few outstanding members with awards, inducted some fabulous new members, had a lovely dinner and fellowship together. Thank you to all that attended, and to all members that made our year an outstanding year of service going the extra mile! GFWC-NC District 6 GFWC of NC Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club GFWC

Members of Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club helped with distribution of Wake Up and Read this week. A great cause to help chil...
05/17/2023

Members of Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club helped with distribution of Wake Up and Read this week. A great cause to help children develop their own home libraries. Thank you for helping instill the love of reading! GFWC of NCGFWC-NC District 6

05/14/2023

Happy Mother’s Day!

Order a composting bin through the link below at a great discounted rate! It is a great way to keep scraps out of the tr...
05/05/2023

Order a composting bin through the link below at a great discounted rate! It is a great way to keep scraps out of the trash and it enriches your soil. (Check with your hoa if you aren’t sure if you can have a bin)
Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

To help reduce waste Wake County offers residents discounted compost bins.

Please take a moment to sign this petition in support of our small town gem, the Fuquay-Varina Museums! (Everyone is wel...
05/02/2023

Please take a moment to sign this petition in support of our small town gem, the Fuquay-Varina Museums! (Everyone is welcome to sign!) We would like to see our museums protected and grow to be more inclusive and supported. If you haven't visited the museums, this Saturday is Heritage Day at the museums from 10-4. Bring the whole family for a day of games, learning about your town, and a food truck! Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

SUPPORTING THE FUQUAY-VARINA MUSEUMS

Health & Wellness recently delivered for Backpack Buddies to FVES, LHES, and CCS.  They also enjoyed some local ice crea...
04/26/2023

Health & Wellness recently delivered for Backpack Buddies to FVES, LHES, and CCS. They also enjoyed some local ice cream while waiting for the pick-up line to clear. THANK YOU to everyone who helped with this project throughout the year! GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6 Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club

Six of our members attended the GFWC of NC Convention this weekend and a good time was had by all! It was great to see t...
04/23/2023

Six of our members attended the GFWC of NC Convention this weekend and a good time was had by all! It was great to see the Legendary Juanita Bryant this year! GFWC-NC District 6 Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club

Our members volunteer at home and away from home! Ms. Julia read “Oh the Places You’ll Go” to a pre-K class in Hawaii.  ...
04/11/2023

Our members volunteer at home and away from home! Ms. Julia read “Oh the Places You’ll Go” to a pre-K class in Hawaii. Way to go to ALL the best places and still spread the love of reading!
Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6 Dr. Seuss

04/09/2023

Happy Easter and Happy Passover (Pesach) to those who celebrate!

04/07/2023

Tomorrow from 10am-12pm

04/01/2023

March’s “Strong Woman of Fuquay-Varina”, Wanda Weeks Denning, is a very special friend of mine. I know you will enjoy reading about her involvement in our community as well as Raleigh and throughout Wake County. She is an amazing volunteer!!

You have been recognized as a strong woman in our community. One that represents leadership, assertiveness, resourcefulness, and integrity. You are “a dash more”.

• What do you feel are some of the characteristics of a strong woman?
A strong woman is courageous, productive, knows who she is, builds others up and is not afraid to
stand up for what she believes.

• Family
• Tell us about your family. What makes you most proud of your family?
I grew up in the Willow Springs area . . . my family has been in the area since 1792! I have two brothers and a sister. We were reared by good parents and especially had a strong woman for a mother. I am married to Mickey Denning, who grew up in Cary. We have two daughters, a granddaughter and a grandson. My daughters are both strong independent women. When my extended family gets together, which is quite often, there are about 50 of us!

• Volunteer work.
• Do you participate in any volunteer work within our community? If so, how? And how does the work of your volunteer organization support communities?
I am a “fulltime” volunteer. My daughters used to say that I was a stay-at-home mom who was never home! Most of my volunteering is in the area of education. . . children and adults.
K-12 education:
1. I chair the F-V Chamber of Commerce’s Education Council, working with our eleven area schools to coordinate their needs with the support of the business community.
2. I co-chair the School to Career Council for WCPSS, working with businesses countywide to ensure that the education of our students is aligned with the world of work. Higher Education:
3. I serve a State President of NCECA, a volunteer organization with ties to NCSU – College of Ag and Life Sciences (CALS), whose purpose is to strengthen families and communities through leadership development, community action and education support from NCSU.
4. I co-chair the Family Consumer Science Foundation with CALS.
5. With ties to NC Cooperative Extension, I chair the Wake County Advisory Council and sit on the Southern Wake Food Security Coalition, a team to address the food insecurity in southern Wake County.
6. I serve on the Wake Tech Board of Visitors
Other:
7. I represent the F-V area on the Wake County Library Commission
8. And have just rotated off as Chair of the Church Council at First UMC, where I help with Vacation Bible School and was intimately involved with the landscape renovation project.

• How do you balance work, family, and volunteering? I have a very supportive husband who helped with the children when they were young. With grown children, I have more time but most activity is during the day with little or no evening events. My husband is still very supportive of my involvement.

• Hobbies
• Do you have any hobbies? (If so) what drew you to those hobbies?
I enjoy sewing, needlework and spending time at the beach. My Mother and grandmother taught me to sew, crochet, cross-stitch, etc. I made a lot everything I wore from the age of 6. I love spending time with family at the beach!
• Inspiration or mentor in your life
• Who do you look up to for inspiration or mentorship? Most of the strong women that I was inspired by have passed away. Even so, they were servant leaders who offered encouragement. I had a village of encouragers growing up including my mom and teachers. In my adulthood, Dr Judy Mock and Dr Linda McCutchen, both at NCSU, were great mentors. For years, I’ve looked to my aunt, Mollie Stephenson for inspiration.

• What do you feel are the most important attributes of successful leaders (or business/small business owners) today?
They inspire others, have good communication skills, they encourage strategic thinking and embrace innovation.

• What motivates you??
• How do you motivate yourself despite obstacles?
Education and community service are my passion. I thrive on learning new skills and creatively finding ways to solve problems. Tell me it can’t be done and watch me!
• What one thing makes you most proud? About seven years ago, I was in a meeting at the Raleigh Chamber and found out that Fuquay-Varina was about the only larger municipality without a youth leadership program. I immediately came back to our high school and the Chamber, and we set out on a journey to create one. We are in our 7th year and work with both local high schools and have served about 150 students. Our program differs from others as we focus on students who fly just under the radar . . . not high achievers and not those needing additional help.

• Part of growth is taking risks. Can you think of a risk you took that you wished you hadn’t? What did you learn from it and how did it motivate you to do things differently?
Taking risks opens new opportunities and builds resilience. I ran for Board of Education several years back and lost. Worst experience of my life! After the election, Jack Senter told me, “The good Lord just did you a favor!” I learned that I could make almost as much difference behind the scenes as I could sitting on the Board. I continue to advocate for our schools, teachers and students.

• Is there a book that you have read that motivated you?
Most of what I read are books on leadership development. A couple that come to mind are The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus by Eric Harvey and Tough Cookies: Leadership Lessons from 100 Years of the Girl Scouts by Kathy Cloninger
Prepared by Amy Massengill

And the People’s Choice WINNERS are:First Place in the Child Category-Ryder MayFirst Place in the Youth Category -Olivia...
04/01/2023

And the People’s Choice WINNERS are:

First Place in the Child Category-
Ryder May

First Place in the Youth Category -
Olivia Senter

First Place in the Adult Category -
Martha Smallwood

First Place in the Family/Group Category -
The Daniels Family

Thank you to all participated and to all of our sponsors! We appreciate you!

And the Easter Parade WINNERS are…!For the Judges Choice:First Place in the Child Category- Ryder MaySecond Place in the...
04/01/2023

And the Easter Parade WINNERS are…!

For the Judges Choice:
First Place in the Child Category- Ryder May
Second Place in the Child Category - Millie Massengill

First Place in the Youth Category-
Olivia Senter
Second Place in the Youth Category -
Colton May

First Place in the Adult Category-
Martha Smallwood
Second Place in the Adult Category -
Judy McCoy

First Place in the Family/Group Category -
The May Family
Second Place in the Famiily/Group Category -
The Daniels Family

A great big THANK YOU to all of the sponsors of the Easter Parade! Edward Jones (Robin Wellings Loftus)Quality Equipment...
03/31/2023

A great big THANK YOU to all of the sponsors of the Easter Parade!
Edward Jones (Robin Wellings Loftus)
Quality Equipment
Front Porch Realty
Fairway Printing
Massengill Design-Build
Adcock Law Firm, P.A.
Ashewyck Mini-Storage (Amy and Wayne Massengill)
Mineral Spring Inn and Garden (Patty and John Byrne)
Samantha’s Jewelry Design and Repair
Marilyn Gardner
Anne and Don Moell
Ruth and Mike Olive
Nancy Randolph
Julia and Terry Yeargan

Stop by the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center before 2pm tomorrow to see the entries and to vote for your favorites! Winners will be announced tomorrow afternoon on Facebook!
Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

Another Strong Woman from Fuquay-Varina!    ( ) GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6 Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club
03/29/2023

Another Strong Woman from Fuquay-Varina! ( )
GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6 Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club

Pictured is Katharine Stinson, the Federal Aviation Administration’s first female engineer. Born in Fuquay-Varina in 1917, she was a lover of aviation nearly from the start. At age 15 she worked as a mechanic’s assistant at the Raleigh Municipal Airport where she met Amelia Earhart. During this encounter, Earhart steered Stinson toward a career in aeronautical engineering, explaining that she’d never make a good living being a pilot.

Stinson graduated from NC State in 1941 with a degree in mechanical engineering (aeronautics option) and went on to become the first female engineer hired by the Civil Aviation Administration (now the FAA) where she helped develop standards for supersonic transport—work that was essential in the creation of the Concorde, the world’s first supersonic passenger airline.

Katharine Stinson Drive on the NC State campus is named in her honor.

Photo from the Conservation and Development Photograph File, State Archives; Raleigh, NC.

Did you miss the meeting about the Generational Master Plan this week? It’s not too late to make your voice heard! Click...
03/25/2023

Did you miss the meeting about the Generational Master Plan this week? It’s not too late to make your voice heard! Click through and take the survey to let town officials know that you support the Fuquay-Varina Museums, the Fuquay Varina Downtown/Historic areas, and locally owned businesses! What do you love about FV?

Tell us what you think about Downtown Fuquay-Varina!

Mark your calendars! May 6 is Heritage Day at the Fuquay-Varina Museums! There will be games for children and a children...
03/23/2023

Mark your calendars! May 6 is Heritage Day at the Fuquay-Varina Museums! There will be games for children and a children’s parade. Docents will be at the ready to make sure you understand the history of Fuquay Varina!

Plan to stop by the community meeting, support the Fuquay-Varina Museums and give your input for all the things you thin...
03/22/2023

Plan to stop by the community meeting, support the Fuquay-Varina Museums and give your input for all the things you think are important as Fuquay Varina grows! March 23 5-8pm at the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center.
GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

The first community meeting for the development of the Downtown Generational Master Plan is March 23 from 5 - 8 pm at the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center (123 E Vance Street). Join us and help shape the future of downtown!

Learn more: bit.ly/fv-downtown

03/21/2023

Kate and Keith have been life partners for 17 years, honing their craft on the NYC jazz scene for many years.  They join Christian Tamburr and his quartet to bring the songs of Sinatra, Ellington and others alive.

😍 Stop in and see the Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club Easter Parade Entries at the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center!
03/21/2023

😍 Stop in and see the Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club Easter Parade Entries at the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center!

Congratulations to our own Anne Moell for her 25 years of service! Thank you Anne for all that you do for Fuquay-Varina ...
03/20/2023

Congratulations to our own Anne Moell for her 25 years of service! Thank you Anne for all that you do for Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club, GFWC of NC and GFWC-NC District 6!

Anne Moell is celebrating 25 years of membership in this year. She is a member of Fuquay-Varina Woman’s Club and serves as Special Assistant to the GFWC-NC District 6 President and on the Fundraising Committee. Congratulations Anne!

Tuesday March 21 from 4pm till 8, stop by Daddy D's BBQ and get some delicious BBQ and sides, and help benefit the Fuqua...
03/20/2023

Tuesday March 21 from 4pm till 8, stop by Daddy D's BBQ and get some delicious BBQ and sides, and help benefit the Fuquay-Varina Woman's Club at the same time! A portion of sales will benefit FVWC community projects. So stop in or pick up takeout and have a great meal while helping your community! Thank you to Daddy D’s for supporting FVWC! GFWC of NC GFWC-NC District 6

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Just a reminder that there will be an informational session this Thursday night on ways you can volunteer to help Scouting BSA. Please consider attending this short online meeting.

These are some opportunities to connect with people in your town as well as mentor and inspire youth with your expertise, hobbies, or interests.

Please reserve a spot for one of our online meetings using one of the following links:

Meeting 1 - August 20 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM:
https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZ0qcuutqT4uE9M5eaq6hDZRDK_1b5upD…
Lost Cat - please DM me if you see this cat. She has been missing since May 31 and I am heart broken.
Such a wonderful organization. Love these women and all they do for the community.
The film, "Cora's Ring" is in production. Parts of the story will be shot right here in Fuquay-Varina. Join Us as a wedding guest for the filming of the Wedding Scene for "Cora's Ring!" If you'd like to see your face on the big screen or just want to have fun, you are cordially invited to the wedding of Heather and Dylan on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at The Garden Hut, 1004 Old Honeycutt Road, F-V, NC 27526. We will plan to film most of the day, so arrival will be at approximately 8:30 a.m. and will continue until we are finished. Attire will be for a 'summer wedding' and it will be hot, as we will be outside (inside only in case of rain). The scene can accommodate 40 guests, so RSVP early to hold your place. For those confirmed, I will send a release form to be signed and returned prior to the cameras rolling. Let's do this! Please message me if you will attend so I can get an accurate count of "guests" as soon as possible. Details and updates about the movie can be found on our page, Cora's Ring, a closed group, but if you request to join, you will be added. Thanks very much!

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Wreaths Across America
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