ZETA CHI

ZETA CHI The name of this organization is Zeta Chi Chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International.

Zeta Chi's purpose is to unite women in a dedicated pursuit of self-fulfillment and meaningful service to others; to bring together people who wish to better themselves and others, to aid the needy and the disabled, to encourage members to discover and develop their unique capabilities, to create a climate of friendship and belonging in which each member can enjoy a satisfying life.

10/27/2025

The October 27th meeting has been changed to Thursday, October 30th, Garland County Library, 1:00pm, Room D.
A water main broke and the library is closed to the public until repairs can be made.
Ginger Yates, President

Winners and Losers at Zeta Chi Bunco, October 13, 2025. Thank you, Jerri, for a delicious dinner and lots of fun!
10/14/2025

Winners and Losers at Zeta Chi Bunco, October 13, 2025. Thank you, Jerri, for a delicious dinner and lots of fun!

Ann Martin 10/8, Regenia Bettis 10/17
09/30/2025

Ann Martin 10/8, Regenia Bettis 10/17

09/30/2025

ZETA CHI MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 22, 2025
PRESENT: ALEXANDRA BELL, REGENIA BETTIS, SHELBY CHURCH, REGINA DUBRISKE, JOYCE FRIZZELL, ROBERTA HATCHER, PEGGY HOLT, LYNN WOODALL, GINGER YATES
ABSENT: LORI COX, STEPHANIE FUSSELL, BEVERLY GOODRIDGE, CONI HALL, ANNE HEAD, ELIZABETH LANCASTER, BRENDA LUMPKIN, ANN MARTIN, SUSAN MCFERRIN, ALENE MEACHAM, KATHY NICHOLS, JACKIE POSEY, BRENDA RICHARDSON, JERRI ROPER, GLENDALYN SPICER, SHARON TURRENTINE
President Ginger Yates called the meeting to order.
There were no Guests
Educational Director Kathy Nichols was absent and we had no Speaker.
Pledge of Allegiance and Opening Ritual
Regenia Bettis, Vice President had no report
Alexandra Bell, Thought for the Day – “Older is Bolder”
Lori Cox, Jonquil Lady was absent – no report
October Birthdays – Ann Martin 10/8 and Regenia Bettis 10/17
Everyone present had their Zeta Chi name badge
Peggy Holt, Secretary – the August minutes were e-mailed to members
Roberta Hatcher, Treasurer – as of 9/21/25 the General Fund was $5,049.46, the Philanthropic Fund $759.41, St. Jude $93.57, Books $180.64 making a total of $6,083.08
Income was $125.00, Expenses $705.00, Doin’ Time 2026 Donation $519.54
Stephanie Fussell, Area Agency on Aging fundraising – no report
Jerri Roper/Joyce Frizzell, Arkansas Children’s Hospital – Joyce reported there are 60 critters ready to stuff
Sharon Turrentine, Awards/Installation – no report
Sharon Turrentine, Blessing Boxes – Tim Looper picked up donations from members
Anne Head, Books, Bags & Buddies for Children – no report
Brenda Richardson, Care Connection – no report
Alexandra Bell, CHI Hospital and The Caring Place – It is up to individual members if they want to volunteer at these locations.
Peggy Holt, Coats for Kids – Sam’s Club has nice coats with hoods for $20.00 plus tax. Members can purchase coats or give cash or a check to Peggy Holt. Coats will not be delivered until November.
Lynn Woodall, Parliamentarian – no report
Ginger Yates, Publicity – shared a photo from the Sentinel Record of our donations to the Blessing Boxes and a photo of our August Speaker Alexandra Bell.
Shelby Church, Social Committee – The Luau held on September 19th was a success. Peggy Holt thanked Shelby for all her hard work behind the scenes on the Luau Dinner.
The Social Committee had planned to have a Chili Cook off October 30th, but there is a conflict with that date. The Committee will look for another date and advise.
Shelby Church, St. Jude – a signup sheet was passed around for Jailbirds 2026
Old Business – None
New Business – Please do not pay any dues directly to ESA
Closing Ritual
Meeting was adjourned at 1:17 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Peggy Holt, Secretary

More pictures from the Luau.
09/21/2025

More pictures from the Luau.

09/21/2025

Reminder - Zeta Chi meeting, Monday, September 22, 1:00pm, Garland County Library, Room D. See you there!
Ginger Yates, President

09/21/2025

The extra special entertainment at the Luau!

It was an awesome evening at the Luau, September 19, 2025, Driftwood Clubhouse. Fun, fun, fun! Much thanks to Shelby Chu...
09/21/2025

It was an awesome evening at the Luau, September 19, 2025, Driftwood Clubhouse. Fun, fun, fun! Much thanks to Shelby Church and the social committee members for a great time!

9/2 Brenda Richardson 9/6 Stephanie Fussell 9/28 Roberta Hatcher
08/31/2025

9/2 Brenda Richardson
9/6 Stephanie Fussell
9/28 Roberta Hatcher

08/22/2025

Please attend the next Zeta Chi monthly meeting, Monday, August 25, 1:00pm, at the Garland County Library, in the auditorium.

Our speaker will be our very own Alexandra Bell regarding her book, “Alone But Alive.” Your donations for the Blessing Boxes will be appreciated. Mark your calendars for the Zeta Chi Luau, September 19th. Shelby will give us the details.

Hope to see you Monday!

Ginger Yates, President
Zeta Chi

Zeta Chi Bunco winners and losers, August 12, 2025.
08/12/2025

Zeta Chi Bunco winners and losers, August 12, 2025.

08/01/2025

ZETA CHI MEETING MINUTES
JULY 28, 2025
Present: Regenia Bettis, Shelby Church, Lori Cox, Regina Dubriske, Joyce Frizzell, Stephanie Fussell, Roberta Hatcher, Peggy Holt, Susan McFerrin, Kathy Nichols, Jackie Posey, Jerri Roper, Sharon Turrentine, Ginger Yates
Absent: Alexandra Bell, Beverly Goodridge, Coni Hall, Anne Head, Elizabeth Lancaster, Brenda Lumpkin, Ann Martin, Alene Meacham, Brenda Richardson, Glendalyn Spicer, Lynn Woodall
President Ginger Yates called the meeting to order.
There were no Guests and no Speaker
Pledge of Allegiance and Opening Ritual
No Membership report
Alexandra Bell was absent and sent a Thought for the Day by Stephanie Fussell
Lori Cox, Jonquil Lady sent 5 cards for July Birthdays. Brenda Lumpkin’s Birthday is Aug. 29.
Peggy Holt, Secretary e-mailed June meeting minutes
Roberta Hatcher, Treasurer – As of 7/27/25 General Fund $5,795.06, Philanthropic Fund $759.41, St. Jude $93.57, Books $180.64 making a Grand Total of $6,828.68
Expenses were $25.00 to June Speaker
Jerri Roper/Joyce Frizzell – Arkansas Children’s – Jerri cannot get in touch with Nan Alexander about sewing. Lynn Woodall has offered to sew.
Sharon Turrentine, Awards and Installation – no report
Sharon Turrentine, Blessing Boxes – Tim Looper picked up donations
Membership for Tim Looper – Sharon checked with ESA and was advised that Men are allowed to join Sorority Chapters, but this item is tabled for the time being.
Anne Head, Books, Bags & Buddies – Absent no report
Brenda Richardson, Care Connection – Absent no report
Alexandra Bell, CHI – Absent no report
Peggy Holt, Coats for Kids – no report
Lynn Woodall, Parliamentarian – Absent no report
Ginger Yates, Publicity – Presented a picture from the Sentinel Record of our donations to the Blessing Boxes
Shelby Church, Social Committee – The Committee consists of Shelby Church, Stephanie Fussell, Peggy Holt, Kathy Nichols, Jackie Posey, Jerri Roper, Lynn Woodall. The Committee met and has several Entertainment events planned. September Luau, October Chili Cook Off, November Thanksgiving Potluck, December Pocket Theater and Christmas Party, February St. Jude, March Victory Party and April Installation & Awards
Shelby Church, St. Jude – no report
Old Business: Alexandra Bell – Caring Place – Alexandra Bell and Lori Cox met with the Director and have paperwork for volunteering
Stephanie Fussell and Alexandra Bell met with Dody Roberts with Area Agency on Aging and are forming a committee to help with Fundraising for this Agency.
New Business: Secretary Peggy Holt read Thank you notes from The Call, Humane Society of Garland County, Jackson House and Ouachita Children, Youth & Family Services thanking Zeta Chi for donations.
Closing Ritual
Meeting was adjourned at 1:23 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Peggy Holt, Secretary

Address

Hot Springs, AR

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when ZETA CHI posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share