Volume 1 | Issue 3 A publication of the National Grange
July 12, 2024
Regional Conferences provide education, fun, Networking submissions from Dave Roberts (CT) and Diana Nordquest (OH) North East Lecturers Association Conference
The recent North East Lecturers Association (NELA) Conference, held in June in Norwich, CT, was a unique and significant event in the Grange community’s calendar. Hosted by the Connecticut State Grange, it was the first regional Lecturers Conference in five years. It brought together Grange Lecturers and members from around New England and New York, fostering collaboration and shared learning. This year’s conference theme was “Cultivating Leadership and Community,” reflecting the Grange’s commitment to Joan C. Smith, Chairperson of the empowering individuals and strengthening Grange Foundation, provided the keynote address at the North East local communities through education and Lecturers Association Conference, service. held in Connecticut in June. Photo submitted One of the conference’s highlights was the keynote address delivered by Joan C. Smith, Grange Foundation Chairwoman. In her speech, she emphasized the importance of the Lecturer’s role within the Grange organization, highlighting how Lecturers serve as educators, cultural promoters, and community leaders. She encouraged attendees to bring the knowledge and skills gained at the conference back to their local Granges to inspire and educate their members. She also discussed the Reaching Rural Surgical Seniors (RRSS) program and congratulated Connecticut State Grange on being the first State Grange to complete all the requirements to receive a monetary payment for promoting RRSS. The conference featured workshops covering various topics relevant to
In This Issue Regional Conferences provide education, fun, networking . . . . . 1 FCC seeks feedback about Affordable Connectivity . . . . . . . 3 Minnesota holds State Grange picnic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Rochambeau Festival Remembers a Revolutionary War Hero . . . . . . . 4 California Grange collaborates with Local FFA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Be a “Grange in Action” this year .....................6 Eagle Point Grange presents award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Grange Store & Benefits . . . . . . . . 8
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