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CLEVELAND EAST ALUMNAE CHAPTER

When it comes to chapter events, Cleveland East Alumnae Chapter’s calendar stands out as especially noteworthy. Chapter President Sarah Watson (Lake Erie) and her executive council are constantly brainstorming and designing events to appeal to a diverse group of members. One such event is the chapter’s Young and Young @ Heart Happy Hours.

Created and named by Chapter Vice President Lauren Yanosko (Bowling Green), Young and Young @ Heart brings together members from all stages of their Gamma Phi journey, offering an additional opportunity each month to connect outside of the chapter’s main gathering. The event welcomes both “young” members, who have been a part of the alumnae chapter for one to 14 years, and “young at heart” members, with 40 to 60 years of alumnae experience. Sarah and her team strive to host these happy hours at new restaurants or bars around town but often return to the group’s favorite spots (see #2 on the next page for details!) or members’ homes.

Here’s what attendees have to say about Cleveland East Alumnae Chapter’s Young and Young @ Heart event:

“Even though there are such a wide range of age differences, we always have fun together and make a connection. We truly appreciate one another.”

"I feel so grateful to have the younger members because at one point we thought the alumnae chapter wouldn't survive. That’s not the case anymore!”