Susan Reynhout, Publicity Chairman

Invite your friends to join you in celebrating the new year at the Women’s Connection event on Thursday, Jan. 13, at 10 a.m. in our new location of the SunBird Golf Resort clubhouse ballroom. The address is 6250 S. SunBird Blvd. in Chandler. This event is planned just for you with continental breakfast; gluten-free will be available upon request, and a new cost of $10.

Whether it’s resort or casual clothing, swimsuits, cover-ups, hats, or flip flops, What Women Want has you covered! They provide the latest styles of swimsuits for women of all ages, various sizes, missy, women’s, separates, and mastectomy suits. Their resort and casual clothing is perfect for Arizona life or a cruise or trip. It’s personal service in a relaxed shopping environment that sets them apart. After 28 years in business, Elise Albert knows what women want when it comes to customers at her Tempe store. They are located at 1825 E. Guadalupe Road, Suite 106, Tempe, Ariz.

Inspiring speaker Joyce Yexley from Fargo, N.D., will share her extraordinary journey, Not My Plan. She is an author, fashion historian, and vintage lover. Joyce has worked 20 years in the home industry as manager, consultant, and buyer. She has a master’s degree in ladies fashions, discovering the inspirations behind fashion trends. Do you know what inspired the creation of the 1950s felt poodle skirt? As a freckled-face farm girl and mother, Joyce has traveled through endless challenges, advocating for her daughter with special needs. Joyce’s favorite motto is, “Joy is the perfect accessory to wear every day.” Be sure to join us in hearing Joyce’s journey. Special music will be included in the program.

Please make note that reservations are necessary and need to be made by Saturday, Jan. 8, by 6 p.m. Email Lyn at [email protected] or call Nancy at 480-786-8531 or Ann at 614-370-2553. Cancellations must be received by Tuesday, Jan. 11, by emailing [email protected]. Reservations not honored may require payment.

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