September's Meeting

Fall Fund Raiser...
SWORN is helping Cancertacular™!
www.cancertacular.org

What could be better than helping children afflicted with cancer? And what better month to do it in than October as we are all reflecting on our own childhood memories of Halloween.
Please,
Save The Date !!!!!!

October 23, 2010

SWORN and Cancertacular™ are hosting

Spooktacular

Mini-Golf Tournament
Please join us for an afternoon of Halloween themed family fun !!!
Costumes are preferred, not mandatory.
Prizes will be awarded !!!

Lahey Family Fun Park, 500 Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit, PA 18411

Registration, 12:30 P.M.
Shotgun starts at 1:15 and 3:15 P.M.

Enjoy snacks, music by DJ Eric Lyoob, carnival games & basket raffles!

In advance: $15.00 per golfer, $10.00 for students, $5.00 general admission only.
Day of, price increase $5.00
Rain Date, October 30, 2010
For Tickets/Questions please call 570-466-0658

Chris Wargo, a florist at Special Occasions Florist www.specialoccasionsflorist.blogspot.com spoke on what it meant to be a florist. She was pleased to announce that this year was her 21st year in business! She passed out cards with discounts off floral arrangements. Thank you! Special Occasions Florist is located at 2425 North Main Ave. Scranton, PA Phone 570-969-1091. Chris is also the Vice President of SWORN.

October is Breast Cancer awareness month and who better to speak at our September meeting than Robin Green, of Viewmont Medical Service. www.viewmontmedical.com She explained



how important it is for all of us to get our mammograms. Viewmont Medical Service offers services such as Digital Mammography as well as CT, MRI, EKG, X-ray, Open MRI, Ultrasound, Bone Density, Physical Therapy and Vascular Ultrasound. Robin is the Marketing Representative for Prime Med www.primemed.net and we are pleased to have her as our Treasurer for SWORN. She passed out "Green" tote bags to all the girls. A true asset to our organization Robin is full of suggestions and always eager to lend a helping hand. Thank you Robin for all you do for us.

Which Charity to Choose????

Ready for a Change? Chris Donnolo, Associate Dean at Luzerne County Community College, explained how easily you can make a career change by attending the Continuing Education Dept at Luzerne County Community College. They also have a Plus 50 Ageless Learning program for individuals 50 years or older who can apply for a $100.00 grant to be used towards payment of a Career Training Program. This is the largest community colleges in the Northeast and they offer numerous courses including a new one on casino gaming. Please contact Chris for more information.
cdonnolo@luzerne.edu



It was time, once again to choose which charity we would donate our Fall Fundraiser funds to. We listened to two amazing women as they explained why their organization should be the one chosen. Each explained who benefits from their charity organization and why we should donate our proceeds to them. Our First presenter was Mary Belin Rhodes, a retired school teacher and board member, presented on EOTC. (Employment Opportunity & Training Center of NEPA) She was looking for support of the renovation of the Seventh Ave. Family Center. She explained how EOTC helps women in prison, fathers reunite with their families and children, mentor at risk students who may otherwise follow a negative path. Other non profit organizations will be able to share this new facility also. Mary teaches math to women in The Lackawanna County Prison two days a week. You can contact EOTC at www.eotcworks.org and see for yourself why we considered donating to this awesome charity.

Secondly, We heard from an extra ordinary gal who not only was a childhood cancer survivor but started her own organization to help other children afflicted with this horrible disease. Her name is Tina Jezuit and her organization is called

Cancertacular™ Inc.

Tina's long and difficult journey spilled out of her like it was just another day. We intently listened, most just awe struck to see her cheerfully smile and explain how she never gave up. This amazing women is now giving back and doing it big time! We at SWORN are very pleased to announce that we will be supporting her and her efforts to help these children and their families. Please if you or your organization are will to help this worthy cause please contact them at, www.cancertacular.org Cancertacular, a non profit organization, helps children in 11 Pennsylvania counties, employs no one and is all based on donations from kind and caring citizens as you! Please Donate Today!

SWORN Member List 2009 - 2010

1. - Bonnie Perugini - Human Resources (One Source HR Solutions)

bonniep@hybronesource.com

2. - Anne Kessker - Anti-aging (Nu Skin/Pharmanex)

AnneKess@bigplanet.com

3. - Deborah Stella - Jewelry (Lia Sophia Jewelry)

debstella@comcast.com

4. - Jamie Knight - Chiropractor (Professional Chiropractic Associates)

drjamieknight@gmail.com

5. - Christine Wargo - Florist - (Special Occasions Florist)

Perkey54@yahoo.com

6. - Angela Alfonso - General Manager (Nichols Village - Hotel & Spa)

aalfonso@nicholsvillage.com

7. - Carol Ann Onderko - Health care Ins. Agency (Humana)

conderko@humana.com

8. - Kathleen MacDowell - Real Estate (One Source Realty)

poconorealtor@aol.com

9. - Amy Clegg - Employment Services (Express Employment Professional)

amyg@ptd.net

10. - Jill Spott - Attorney (Sheils Law Associates)

jspottesq@sheilslaw.com

11. - Liz Bertocki - Dir. of marketing and admissions (Willowbrook and Riverview Ridge)

Elizabeth.Bertocki@genesisHCC.com

12. - Beverly Bright - Event Planning (Bright Happenings)

bbright50@aol.com

13. - Robin Green - (Viewmont Medical Service)

rlgreen63@yahoo.com

14. - Cherly Summa - Ophthalmology & Optometry (Eye Care Specialists) csumma@icarespecialists.com

15. - Jenny Kaye - Beautician (Kaye Kuts)

stedehand@yahoo.com

16. - Lisa Bromage - Health Insurance (Aflac)

Lisa_Bromage@us.aflac.com

17. - Christine Dommolo - Continuing Ed ( Assoc Dean/ Luzerne CCC.)

cdonnolo@luzerne.edu

18. - Barbara Garrett - Home Mortgages (Summit Mortgage)
bgarrett@summit-mortgage.com

19. - Lindsey Loss - Insurance, property (Chamberlin, Reinheimer Insurance)

lloss@epix.net

20. - Janelle Brant - Accountant (Deitzer & Associates LLC)

janelle.brant@deitzerassociates.com

22. - Georgette Fetcho - Director of Customer Relations (Genesis Health Care)

Georgette.Fetcho@genesishcc.com

23. - Lynn Vorhees - Cleaning Service (Lady of the Lake)

ladyofthelakecs@live.com

24. - Barbara Hampton - Cleaning Service (Lady of the Lake)

ladyofthelakecs@live.com

Notes from the past few meetings.... Better Late than never!

Here's what happened in the April, May and June Meetings. Plans were made and fulfilled in regards to our Spring Fundraiser. As you read in the previous blog post, it was a huge success, just one more in the slew of successes for the phenomenal SWORN members. We donated $1600.00 to the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. Thank you for all of your basket donations and hard work. A special thank-you to Debbie Stella, Lia Sophia Jewelry, www.liasophia.com/debbiedoesjewelry who diligently worked on putting the whole event together. Thank you Debbie, you are a true asset to this group!

Our next, Fall fundraiser will be soon voted on, so please think of a cause that we can donate the proceeds to and bring it to our attention at the next meeting, which will be August 10, 2010 at Nichols Village, Clarks Summit, PA.

Well girls, we had some fun in the past few months....
First up, I'd like to show you pictures from our April meeting where the very talented Christina MacDowell treated us to some of her tasty, handmade cakes!


Christina, Owner, Baker/Designer of "The Queens Kitchen" is shown here raffling off her creations. Amy Clegg, (below) is one of the lucky winners. She won a cake purse! How cool is that! These cakes are not only a pleasure to look at, they are also scrumptious!


Elizabeth Bertocki, Genesis Health Care, Elizabeth.Bertocki@genesishcc.com is making her presentation on the benefits of living in a health care facility. Liz explained that Genesis offers a variety of services on more than 200 centers across 13 states. They offer Short Stay and Long Term Care services. Also available are Specialized services in Alzheimer's Care, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Ventilator Care and Dialysis care.








Just look at the smile on Bonnie Perugini from One Source HR Solutions, www.bonniep@hrbyonesource.com as she explains how she helps out companies. Now here is a woman who loves her job and is proud to say it! One Source HR Solutions provide outsourcing opportunities that include, benefit administration, paperless payroll processing, executive coaching, outplacement services, and at risk management solution's to help business owners control and reduce the cost of employees.






Ann Kessler, Nu Skin, www.annekess.agelessway.com always puts on an amazing presentation explaining the new technology in skin care. She uses the products herself and often treats the SWORN members to sample her products, one of which is the new Gavanic Spa. This amazing tool lifts and tightens the skin making it look and feel wrinkle-less and smooth. Ann also offers a skin care line and G3 juice to get you healthy from the inside out!

Debbie Stella, www.liasophia.com/debbiedoesjewelry set up an array of cutting edge jewelry. She showed us the latest in jewelry fashion that all the Hollywood movie stars are wearing. Deb is the Region Manager and is looking for anyone who would like to be a jewelry adviser. So if your looking to make some extra money in a fun, exciting business, contact Debbie.

Barbara Garrett, bgarrett@summit-mortgage.com from Summit Mortgage had some surprising facts to offer us about mortgages. She explained what causes your credit rating to fall and how to improve it. She informed us on the ins and outs of mortgages. Needless to say there were a ton of questions asked and Barb answered them all without hesitation. Here is a woman who knows her business inside and out!

SWORN has been growing in leaps and bounds!

Welcome New Members..

Lady of the Lake - Lynn Vorhees and Barbara Hampton

Any women interested in joining SWORN,

(Scranton Women's Organization for Referral Networking)

Please contact any member listed on this blog for a referral to join us at a free breakfast meeting or write to us at:

SWORN

PO Box 115,

Clarks Summit, PA 18411

Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 8:00 am.

at: Nichols Village, Clarks Summit, PA 18411

Please keep on mind, our new slate of officers.... before submitting a name ask the woman first. Then bring it to our August meeting.

Attention:

Please bring your SWORN folders, copies of your business profiles and business cards to the August meeting. Remember it is up to you to make sure we all have your information!

Who Let the Dog's Out... It's a huge success!!!

Thank-you, Thank-you, Thank-you from all our SWORN members and the needy animals!
An evening that was enjoyed by all... even the dogs! SWORN's Spring Fundraiser, Who Let the Dogs Out" was a huge success! A whopping $1,600.00 will be donated to the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. That should help feed the animals for some time to come.




24 Baskets were donated and raffled off at the event. Congratulations to all who won!






Just look at this cake donated by Christina MacDowel, Owner and Baker/Designer of The Queens Kitchen. Thank you! It was a marvel to look at.



The music was preformed by Frankie Karl Productions. The food was to die for, the drinks just scrumptious. Everyone agreed that the event was an enjoyable evening with a great turnout and provided funds for such a worthwhile cause. If you would like to make a donation or need information on the shelter, Please go to www.griffinpondanimalshelter.com

Thank-you again, See you at our next fundraiser!

March Meeting

Wow what an inspiring morning !!!
You only had to sit quietly and listen at the SWORN meeting this morning, to realize you were most definitely surrounded by the up coming women power houses in business. Truly an inspiring meeting for any business woman to attend. I can only say I am proud to be part of this organization and honored to associate myself with it's members.

The speakers today were Amy Clegg of Express Employment Staffing (Scranton) www.expresspros.com and Nancy Sarno de los Rio's of Sarno & Sons Tuxedos
www.SarnoandSon.com



Amy Clegg, www.expresspros.com announced a leadership seminar that will take place on Wednesday,
May 5, 2010 at The Hilton in Scranton, PA. The seminar Leadership Instinct, "Discover your Leadership Instinct" will feature, Robert A. Funk, Jim Stovall, Ann Phillips and Russ Moen. Amy was told to invite 600 business associates. The seminar is to be simulcast to all the Express franchises across the USA and Canada, also segments will be used in television ads. Watch for these commercials!

Robert A. Funk, founder, chairman of the board and CEO of Express Employment Professionals. A truly incredible, caring, giving man with an amazing history.

Jim Stovall, Author of "The Ultimate Gift", discusses his book, "100 Worst Bosses" and the lessons it teaches about what not to do as a leader and how to grow your leadership skills.

Ann Phillips, consulting partner with Ken Banchard Companies and a expert on productivity improvement and organizational change.

Russ Moen, vice pres. of human resources at Express Employment Professionals, breaks down the Leadership Instinct training program and discusses the four leadership styles.

Find out what kind of animal leader you are. Amy offered all of the SWORN members admission to this unprecedented event. There will be a nominal fee of a few dollars all of which will be donated to the Children's Miracle Network a very worthy cause. For more information, or to register, visit
MyLeadershipinstinct.com

Amy had her profile analyzed at a leadership conference and she was told she used to be an Ostrich but now she is a Tiger. What kind of boss are you???
www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIo42gd6j8o
www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQcydJ5WZRk
www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuclr8PsvjQ
www.youtube.com/watch?v=eExmCN87odM


Chamber Membership...
Thank you Amy for your most generous offer of paying 1/2 of the fee for SWORN to become a member in the Scranton Chamber of Commerce. We all appreciate it!










Our second speaker was
Nancy Sarno de los Rio's from:
Sarno & Son Tuxedos. www.SarnoandSon.com
Nancy, a truly amazing woman started a most worthy cause called, "One Stop Donation" (OSDD). www.donationdrop.org

"We know some people who could really use your unwanted items. You probably know them too, because they're your neighbors." Nancy said with a tear in her eye. She went on to explain how these items went to needy and battered women and children. Toys donated made Christmas dreams come true. Anyone only had to listen for a minute or two to realize this is a woman with passion for a dream. And, what an dream! Nancy will be featured in Woman Day Magazine this month and hopes to see her vision followed throughout the USA and Canada.

Like I stated in the beginning of this blog, What an inspiring morning!

If you would like to help Nancy and others like her in this worthy event, please bring your gently used, unwanted goods on Saturday, from 10:00 to 2:00 April, 17, 2010 to either of two locations. The University of Scranton or Clarks Summit United Methodist Church (Morgan Hwy).

I will state this again, because it is so important! If you can help in any way, Please visit... www.donationdrop.org

Important message:
Also one of our very own members, Cheryl L. Summa www.icarespecialists.com is hosting a Share Fair at the Kingston Armory, Kingston, Pa. Same time and date! Hey, This is starting to catch on... Good Work Cheryl! if you need information or like to help: www.ShareFair2010.org or ShareFairVolunteer@gmail.com

Now on to SWORN business...
All you "Party Animals" Please join us in helping the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter out in June. The animals need us!

The details aren't final yet however there will me music, lite food fare, and entertainment in true doggy style! SWORN always host fabulous events that are enjoyed by everyone so please bring your friends and relatives.

Welcome New Members!
SWORN is growing in leaps and bounds. It is no wonder when you meet our members...
Come only once to join us at a scrumptious breakfast and soon you will realize just how dynamic this group of women are and that is just what happened to our three new members:

Janelle Brant, Deitzer & Associates, LLC, janelle.brant@deitzerassociates.com
andLindsey Reinheimer Loss, M.H.S.A. www.insuranceagency.com

Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 8:00 a.m.
The Inn at Nichols Village,
Clarks Summit, Pa.

SWORN
PO Box 115,
Clarks Summit, Pa. 18411

Spring Fund Raiser

Who Let the Dogs Out ???
Save the Date!!!!

Come join us !
Friday, June 18th, 2010

SWORN is hosting a Cocktail Party!!!

To Benefit: The Griffin Pond Animal Shelter.
12 Years ago Max was adopted from the shelter. He made a great companion ever since.

Calling all Party Animals to Come and Join Us.
Friday, June 18th, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
The Inn at Nichols Village
Clarks Summit, Pa.

Open bar and fabulous food !!!
Tickets: $50.00
Stay tuned for updates with entertainment and news about the event!

Our February SWORN meeting was very interesting with two of our members speaking, Chris Donnolo cdonnolo@Luzerne.edu and
Linda Worthington, Linda.Worthington@lpl.com .

Christine Donnolo, Associate Dean, Continuning Education at Luzerne County Community College was very interesting as she explained the available options for continuing education. She proudly exclaimed, that Luzerne County Community College is the largest college in Northeastern Pa. The college was just awarded $1.7 million dollars Dept. of Labor Grant in certain fields calling it "Careers on the Move" and there is also a $100.00 grant for individuals 50 years and older. The program is called, "Plus 50" The money is to be used towards a Career Training Program. Anyone looking for a career change can certainly benefit from speaking with Christine. Please contact her at, cdonnolo@Luzerne.edu

Our next scheduled meeting is March 9th, 2010. Any business women wishing to join us please contact one of our members and they will be more that happy to bring and introduce you to this dynamic group of business women. Your first breakfast is free and it is one you will certainly enjoy! Last month we had "make your own waffles" with fresh whipped cream and strawberries along with the usual scrumptious breakfast buffet. The Inn at Nichols Village 8:00 am.

Our Spring benefit is off to a great start. Stay tuned for more details on this most important event. The poor animals need us! Let's make this a great success. We are working on the music, food, drinks and animals who will be present.

SWORN is growing. We have quite a few new members so far this year and we welcome all of you.


Information on the Organization:
SWORN (Scranton Women's Organization for Referral Networking)

The organization was founded in August 2005 by Amy Early Clegg. The meetings were first held at Perkins Restaurant in Dickson City, Penna. and have since moved to and presently held at The Inn at Nichols Village in Clarks Summit, Penna. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month with the exception of August. Meetings start at 8:00 a.m.

There is only one women per profession allowed to join the organization at a given time. Should a professional position open up, a new member is free to join. The dues are $120.00 per year. A free breakfast is served at every meeting.

SWORN is comprised of Business Women making a difference in the community by running various fundraisers for worthy local causes, all of which 100% of the proceeds are donated to the charities. By running these functions for charity and involving the public, the members of SWORN socialize with each other in a relaxed setting. This being the case, each member can freely refer each member of SWORN in their prospective businesses to new clients. She knows and can attest to their personalities and work ethics by bonding with them in a structured forum and a one on one basis.