October Events

Mujeres sponsored two events in October and we are pleased to report that both were worthwhile and successful. Ankur Shah, our venerable website designer and author of "Cooking com Bigode"(go to www.somethingconstructive.net/jamanta to treat yourself to a copy), presented a cooking class that spotlighted the Mexican delicacy, chiles en nogada. Twelve people attended and enjoyed the food preparation and dinner that followed.

Less than two weeks later, on October 27th, the Second Annual Dia de Muertos Celebration was held. A traditional Chiapas dinner was served and a slide program about the Day of the Dead in Oaxaca was presented. The silent auction of wonderful weavings and handicrafts that we had brought back from Chiapas was terrific...not one item remained. John Bridge did a great job as our auctioneer for the several items we had chosen for the live auction. Board member Molly used her skills in the kitchen along with Ankur and two terrific assistant cooks to serve 125 meals! The hall was packed, and people were good natured about moving their chairs, standing at times, and just being accommodating.

The Soroptomists International of Sequim again chose us for their choice of international charity and presented us with a check for $250.

Our board is indeed wonderful. This event couldn't have run as smoothly as it did without everyone playing her part.

Thanks to all, especially those who attended one of these events and supported education for the indigenous women in Chiapas.

Judith Pasco