Welcome to Poughkeepsie AAUW!
We have been advancing equity for women and girls as individuals and nationally since 1881 and as a local branch since 1925! We invite you to visit the pages of our website to explore the many parts of our organization. Our work continues. We welcome you to join us!
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Upcoming Events/Information
Come and learn about Beatrix Farrand (1872-1959), America’s first woman landscape architect and her oldest surviving residential work in Hyde Park, NY.
“Beatrix Farrand and the History of Bellefield”
May 9, 2024
7:00 pm IN PERSON
The Freedom Plains United Presbyterian Church*
1168 Route 55, Lagrangeville, NY 12540
Presenter: Karen Waltuch
Karen Waltuch is the Horticulturist at the Beatrix Farrand Garden which is located on the grounds of the FDR National Historic Site in Hyde Park, NY. She will be describing the history of this garden and current projects. The site is part of the Bellefield Mansion estate, and the garden has been restored and maintained by an official National Park Service Partner Group, The Beatrix Farrand Garden Association, since 1994.
Program Announcement May 2024
Biography of Speaker
*Directions: https://bit.ly/3T3D4jc
Contacts: Gail Sisti or Kay Saderholm at program.aauw.poughkeepsie@gmail.com
Poughkeepsie Branch AAUW Annual Meeting
Thursday, June 13, 2024
6:00 Cash Bar
6:30 Dinner
Coppola’s, Route 9, Hyde Park, NY
Dinner, Election & Installation of Officers, Awards, Entertainment
Entertainment: CP2 Readers Theatre of Dutchess County will present a program of a 
playwright’s words, in keeping with the mission and interest of AAUW.
Menu:
Antipasto Salad
Penne with Marinara Sauce (vegetarian)
Seasonal Vegetables
Entrée Choices (Please make your selection):
Chicken Marsala
Norwegian Salmon
Eggplant Rollatini (vegetarian)
Dessert – Ice Cream Sundae
Coffee/Tea/Soda
Cost for the dinner is $50 (Includes service charge)
Deadline for reservations is May 27th. No refunds after June 1, 2024.
Reservation by mail
Reservation by PayPal or Credit Card
Select the PayPal/Donate button below, follow the onscreen directions (select Donate by PayPal or Donate by Credit Card). When PayPal has a box for Add a note…, click in that box and type “Annual Meeting” your menu choice, your phone number and your full name. If you are making reservations for more than one person, please include their name(s) and menu choice(s). You do not need a PayPal account, you can use your credit card at the PayPal site. The dinner price by PayPal or Credit Card is $52.
Recent Events & Information
Restoring dignity with Love and Grace is our mission; compassion is our pathway to meet people where they are.
More information on the current and past honorees
Why US Birth Outcomes Are So Bad:
The Role of Race and Racism
On April 11, 2024, Dr. Richard David, explained his research in infant mortality rate (IMR) in the US and other countries. His research lasted over 40 years.
Program Announcement and Biography
“Existential Captivation: On the
(Im)Possibility of a Life Lived in Terror”
Dr Jessica Sims
On March 14, Dr. Jessica Sims, explain her dissertation which she had completed with the help of a $20,000 American Fellowship from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) in 2016. She investigated the traditional concept of Stockholm Syndrome in the context of a type of domestic violence known as “coercive control.” There were many questions from members and the many visitors. We were all pleased that we had a part in providing funds that resulted in this enlightening presentation.
Program Announcement and Biography
Slavery, Antislavery and the Underground Railroad:
A Dutchess County Primer
On February 8, 2024, Peter Bunten gave a fascinating talk examining the history of slavery and antislavery in Dutchess County, focusing on its key players and events. He emphasized the women and local institutions that had a part in the effort to abolish slavery and to aid in the escape of enslaved people as they passed along the underground railroad.
Program Announcement & Speaker Biography
Text of Peter Bunten’s presentation. If you want a copy of the slides contact Margaret Nijhuis at event.aauw.poughkeepsie@gmail.com
President Celia Serotsky Report
Reports from your board and appointed office holders.
