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Our club was founded in 1891 as a service organization dedicated to enriching the civic, educational, and social service sectors of our community. It stored books for the Elmwood Library Association until a public library opened to house them in 1904. It supplied lifeguards to the first public beach, supported a visiting nurse, oversaw the creation of Wilmette's League of Women Voters, and ran a canning kitchen during World War II
Today, the Woman's Club continues its mission of service by hosting several annual events such as a rummage sale and a antique show and making annual contributions to various service organizations who provide aid to victims of domestic violence, to youth at risk, or to military personnel. The exact recipients vary from year to year, depending current need and available funds. In 2008 the Club contributed $20,000 to the village to replace public trees recently lost to storms and disease.
We generally meet on the first and third Wednesdays October through May for a noon luncheon and program. In June and July we meet just once-- and more informally-- for a potluck salad luncheon.
Among sponsored activities members enjoy are bridge, a book review series, a Great Decisions series, and outings to various sites and events.
Our clubhouse at 930 Greenleaf Ave. in Wilmette is available for rent to those wishing to host a social function in roomy and gracious surroundings.
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