Vicki Baker Curious and uncertain about one of the most significant and widely observed Jewish holidays? Not fully knowing the history and traditions of Passover? That was certainly true for many members of Voices United. Through the organization’s diversity in action committee, we sat down together for a Passover Seder Sampling. Hosted by Jackie Killingsworth,…
Jane Scholz Voices United (VU) members saw photos most white folks missed for most of the 20th century. Today we are used to seeing the faces of people of many different skin colors in our media—TV shows, Facebook posts, YouTube, and TikTok videos, but this was not the case before the mid–to-late 1980s. Voices United…
Dianne Ace Galveston may be a popular Spring Break destination, but it also has a fascinating history. This was the subject of the March meeting of Voices United. Dr. Andrew Torget, a professor of history at the University of North Texas, spoke to the members about the improbable rise of Galveston from an abandoned sandbar…
Dianne Ace Members of Voices United traveled to Texas Woman’s University (TWU) in March to view the Texas First Ladies Historic Gown Collection. The Collection was started in 1935 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. Today, the collection has over 40 gowns with approximately 17 on display…
Vicki Baker It was located in Central Denton just south of the town square and extending to Cottonwood and Pecan Creeks. The prosperous working and middle class enclave was home to nearly 60 homes with well-tended gardens. There were paved streets, electricity, phone lines, and automobiles. Residents often worked as professionals and business owners. The…
Dianne Ace Since February is American Heart Month, Dr. Kevin Theleman, a cardiologist with Baylor Scott & White Health, was invited to the February meeting of Voices United to educate the members about their heart health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women and can affect women of any age. According to…
Dianne Ace Voices United held a Meet and Greet for interested ladies of Robson Ranch on Feb. 19 to introduce them to the club. Voices United is a non-partisan group of Robson Ranch women who share progressive values, perform community outreach, provide civic awareness and social contact for members, and have a good time! We…
Ginger Sheppard In a delightful celebration of compassion and dedication, the Caring Committee of Voices United hosted a special high tea in December to recognize and reward its members for their exceptional service over the past year. The elegant affair, held at the home of Elaine Kushmaul, provided a moment of relaxation and appreciation for…
Dianne Ace Members of Voices United got creative at the December meeting. The members were challenged to make protest posters using a Christmas theme. The meeting began with the introduction of the guests, followed by the election of the new members of the Steering Committee. Ann Sullivan and Anne Adams were elected to hold two-year…
Vicki Baker America is a vast land of many cultures dating back thousands of years to the original inhabitants of the land. To recognize and honor the traditions and contributions of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and other Indigenous peoples, Native American Heritage Month was established as an annual observance in November. Celebrating this…