WARSAW — Altrusa International of Warsaw held its annual Spring Banquet on Thursday, May 16, in the Wyndham Gardens Ballroom. Members and guests were welcomed by President Beverly Faulkner. 

Officers for the coming term were installed and outgoing president, Beverley Faulkner, was honored with a gift for her service for the past two years. Newly-elected officers for 2019-2020 are President Vicky Patterson, Vice President Julie Hall, Secretary Beth Huffer, Treasurer Vicky Martin and new Board member, Alyx Bates. Other board members continuing their term are Sharon Sanders and Mary Garrett. 

Several guests were invited from organizations where Altrusa members volunteer, including Baker Youth Club,  Lincoln School reading program and American Dream Tours. They expressed appreciation for Altrusa’s continued volunteer support.

The fun continued as Secret Sisters were revealed and names were drawn by those participating for the coming year.   President Vicky Patterson delivered closing remarks. 

Additional information about the club’s local service projects may be found on Facebook at Altrusa-Warsaw, IN or by contacting members at [email protected]. The club meets twice monthly on the first Thursday at KREMC at noon and on the third Thursday at Richards Restaurant at 5:30 p.m. Meeting dates and times for the summer schedule are as follows:  June 6 and July 11 at Richards Restaurant at 5:30 p.m. August meetings will resume with the normal schedule of twice a month.

 Anyone interested in learning more about Altrusa volunteer opportunities is welcome to attend.