Montclair Delta Jazz Brunch Journal

Greetings and Salutations,

As President of the Montclair Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma eta Sorority, Incorporated, it is a great honor to welcome you all to our Annual Jazz Luncheon fundraiser in support of scholarships.

Today, we celebrate the enduring power of music and the importance of education. Our scholarship program has enabled countless young people to pursue their dreams and positively impact the world around them. In Delta Sigma eta, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. at’s why we are proud to support scholarships for students in need, helping to create a brighter future for themselves and their families. e Jazz Luncheon a rms the timeless art form of jazz while raising money for a worthy cause close to our hearts--educational opportunities for youth.

is event is also an opportunity to celebrate jazz music’s rich history and universal appeal. Jazz has a unique ability to bring people together, inspire and upli , and evoke powerful emotions. As you enjoy the music and the company of your fellow guests, please know that your presence here today makes a di erence.

As members of Delta Sigma eta Sorority, Inc., we are committed to upholding the principles of sisterhood, scholarship, service, and social action in all that we do. is fundraiser is just one example of how we implement those principles. I am proud to be a part of such a dedicated and passionate group of women.

I want to thank our sponsors whose generosity and support have made this event possible. We could not do it without you, and we appreciate your support for our organization and mission.

All the best,

Julie M Hunter

Julie M Hunter President

Montclair Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma eta Sorority, Inc.

Greetings,

It is with great joy that I welcome you all back to our Annual Luncheon!

I sincerely thank the Fundraising Luncheon Committee for their dedicated service and hard work to ensure our Annual Jazz Luncheon is a smashing success. We are excited to be back as we gather, dine, and enjoy an a ernoon of jazz.

Our Jazz Luncheon is Sold Out! One hundred percent of funds raised bene t scholarships. ere is no greater need in the communities we serve than scholarships for higher education to educate the next generation. We, Deltas, stand on the shoulders of scholars who preceded us and must ensure the younger generation can stand on ours.

Our commitment to service, scholarship, and social action a rms the core values of our Sorority and the vision of our 22 Founders. We continue to honor their vision and legacy through our work in the community. e Delta Sigma eta Five-Point Programmatic rust consisting of Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement, is the foundation of our public service e orts.

Channeling the immortal words of the late, great, legendary jazz & blues performer Nina Simone, “ ough it be a thrilling thing to be merely young and gi ed in such times, it is doubly so - doubly dynamic - to be young, gi ed, and black.”

ank you again for your support!

Yours in Service,

Andrea Anderson

Andrea Anderson

Fundraising Committee Chair

Montclair Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma eta Sorority, Inc.

Celebrating our Charter Members and Past Chapter Presidents whose leadership continually expanded chapter educational and scholarship activities.

MONTCLAIR ALUMNAE CHAPTER CHARTER MEMBERS

Norvella H. Beatty* Lola Lynn*

Miriam Butler*

Bessie Marsh*

Alice Creed* Katherine McCoy Gardner*

Laura Frazier*

Gertrude Morris*

Julia Hayden Hall* Florence Peterson*

Dorothy Herbert*

Dolores Tillery Benjamin*

Gwenyth Hurling* Marcia Williams*

Roxie M. Lang* Bertrell Wright*

MONTCLAIR ALUMNAE CHAPTER PRESIDENTS

1963-1964 Gwenyth Hurling*

1964-1966 Alice Walker Creed*

1966-1968 Dorothy P. Richardson*

1968-1970 Alma P. Dickerson*

1970-1972 Marion Waples*

1972-1976 Adele Collier

1976-1978 Phyllis H. Anderson*

1978-1979 Roxie M. Lang*

1979-1982 Kathrine D. Brown*

1982-1986 Sandra Lang*

1986-1990 Doris Spivey

1990-1994 Andrea Boseman

1994-1996

1996-2000

2000-2004

2004-2008

2008-2012

Joyce Wilson Harley

Michele Muchison

Karen Smith-Phillips

Merolyn Kelly

Robyn Sorbino

2012-2016 Renee Evelyn

2016-2018 Dawn Manning

2018-2022

Paquita Mason

2022-Present Julie M. Hunter

*Omega Omega Chapter

Congratulations

my Mother

Chapter President #14

And my Godmother

Yvonne Hunter Myricks of the Montclair Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

All of my Delta aunts, cousins, and friends on your continued efforts to support educational excellence and provide bridges to higher education for young people through scholarships and public service activities.

Michele Murchison, Past

Proverbs 31:10

Who can nd a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.

We, the Montclair Alumnae Chapter Chaplain’s Council members, honor a virtuous woman, Soror Paquita Roberts. Her grace, commitment, and dedication as the Chaplain’s Council Chair speak to her distinction in so many ways as a woman seeking to please God. “Mother Paquita,” as she was a ectionately called, labored abundantly in MAC focusing on what is important in making us better women and Sorors.

She guided and inspired us with perseverance, calm wisdom, and quiet speech. Mother Paquita knew her life in Delta was also a blessing with love and enthusiasm. Our beloved Soror rests in power anointed with God’s grace, mercy, and favor as a virtuous woman.

In Love and Sisterhood, MAC Chaplain’s Council

Soror Gail Cushnie Bell

Soror Joyce Harris

Soror Deborah Irvin

Soror Ruth Johnson

Soror Jacqueline Jones

Soror Paquita Mason

Soror Janet Patterson

Soror Cynthia Samuel

Soror Nichelle Gordon Scott

Soror Francine Wright

In Loving Memory

of Our Beloved Aunt Sandy 10th Chapter President

Soror Sandra Lang (1982-1986)

Soror Sandra “Sandy” Lang was a dedicated Delta member for over 54 years, influenced by her mother Soror Roxie Lang, whom exemplified impactful servitude and community throughout their lives. The lineage continues with her niece Soror Wallena Gould.

May 10th,1943- Nov. 10,2022

Late Soror Roxie Myatt Lang

11 Tokens of Togetherness - Always and Forever April 3, 1976

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, IN C,

Congratulations to the Montclair Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. on your Jazz Luncheon. We look forward to a spectacular day of music and fellowship.

The Omicron Chi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Montclair Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma eta Sorority, Incorporated

Proudly Supports Sisterhood, Scholarship, Service, and Social Action Social

Lift Every Voice and Sing

Li every voice and sing, Till earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of Liberty; Let our rejoicing rise

High as the list’ning skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea. Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us, Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us; Facing the rising sun of our new day begun, Let us march on till victory is won.

Stony the road we trod, Bitter the chast’ning rod, Felt in the days when hope unborn had died; Yet with a steady beat, Have not our weary feet

Come to the place for which our fathers sighed?

We have come over a way that with tears has been watered. We have come, treading our path through the blood of the slaughtered, Out from the gloomy past, Till now we stand at last Where the white gleam of our bright star is cast.

God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, ou who hast brought us thus far on the way; ou who hast by y might, Led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray.

Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met ee, Lest our hearts, drunk with the wine of the world, we forget ee; Shadowed beneath y hand, May we forever stand, True to our God, True to our native land.

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Brother Wil liam H. L. Oliver, President

Greater Ne wark Area Omegas, Inc. and the Gentlemen of Upsilon Phi (Newark, NJ) Chapter

Support and Celebrate Julie M. Hunter, President and the Proud Women of Montclair Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

G Good Fort une and ALL the Very Be st on Your Jaz z Luncheon

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Best Wishes to THE MONTCLAIR ALUMNAE CHAPTER

From Hellacious 8 Fall, 1972

Zeta Psi Chapter

University of Georgia

Vivian Clark Childs

Sandra Daise Adams

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Arcola Hightower Robinson

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Wishing my mom, Sharon Cockey, and all the Montclair Deltas infinite success!

Sharon and Jamie Cockey

Montclair Alumnae Chapter

May Success Be With You Always.

Sharon Cockey, Chair

MAC Social Action Committee

Social Action is in my DNA

Sending Congratulations to the Fundraising Chair, my Mom, Andrea Anderson, for your vision and the Committee’s success on this year’s Jazz Luncheon!

Your leadership, devotion, mentorship, and willingness to help have contributed to how I have shaped my life and all I have accomplished thus far. Your dedication to volunteering, community involvement, and commitment to service is what I admire and is mirrored in my own life. You taught me to aim high, have conviction, never quit, and love myself unconditionally!

Love you much!

Lilli

Scholar inducted into 9 Honor Societies

Princeton University Class of 2027

Montclair Alumnae Chapter

Montclair Social Action Committee: Dedicated to promoting political awareness and involvement through advocacy and public service

Best Wishes!

Best wishes to my sister, Sharon Brunson Cockey, and all the Montclair Deltas.

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Acknowledgments

Sincerest thanks to e Delta Torch Fund, the Montclair Alumnae Chapter Fundraising Committee, sponsors, and supporters for a successful Jazz Luncheon to bene t scholarships.