AmaXIng Holiday Party!

Bundled in our best LA winter jackets, sisters met under the giant balloon AXD sign to stoll along the streets of Burbank in awe of the twinkling lights and holiday splendor at the Metrolink Holiday Toy Express.  With generous hearts and with children with autism in mind, sisters donated toys and games for children in need.  Over 20 Alpha Xi's and family members then journeyed to dinner as we packed BJ's restaurant with laughter, sisterhood, and so much holiday spirit!

Thanks to Mirai for planning and organizing and thanks for the Burbank Herald for mentioning us in the news!  Alpha Xi Alums in the News!















Happy Holidays Sisters! We'll look forward to more fabulous events and gatherings in the new year! 

Holiday Party - Sunday December 11

Happy Holidays Sisters!

It's time again for our annual Holiday Party!! We'll first meet up at the Metrolink Holiday Toy Express in Burbank for live entertainment, goodies, and hot cocoa, then walk over to BJ'sBrewhouse at 6pm for dinner and drinks.

Bring a toy to donate and meet us there.  Celebrate your sisters this season!

4pm-6pm

Metrolink Holiday Toy Express 15th Anniversary

Join thousands for this sensational holiday event, as a 450-ton train covered with glittering ornaments and ablaze with 50,000 twinkling lights rolls into the Downtown Burbank Metrolink Station at 201 N Front Street. Meet Santa and enjoy free entertainment, hot chocolate and cookies on the platform from 4 to 6pm. For more information, visit www.metrolinktrains.com

6pm-8pm
BJ's Brewhouse
107 S 1st Street, Burbank, CA 91502

Endless portions of any four Signature Deep Dish Pizzas, including Build Your Own, and House or Caesar salad with dinner rolls. Unlimited soft drinks, lemonade, and iced tea. $13.25 per person (please bring cash)

*Toy Donation

We invite you to bring a toy donation for the Autism Speaks collection. What the organization most needs are donations of Sensory Toys. Sensory Toys are small toys that are stimulating to the senses, such as something that lights up, is squishy, makes noise, or gives a sensation when you touch it. An example would be a koosh ball, putty, etc.

Meet a New Sister

In an effort to introduce you to other fabulous sisters in the LA area, please meet Dani!

Dani is a serious sports fan who loves to support her teams.  The NY Yankees, the SF 49ers, the Texas Longhorns, the Lakers, and the Dodgers are her absolute favorites, and each team has a special meaning or representation in her life (Ask her about it!).  She also enjoys spending time with her beloved family and friends, and running her own business.  She began a pet-sitting/house-sitting business called "Sit On It" while she was in college, and it has continued on for over 16 years! 

Pretty Dani!

Dani is also passionate about giving back and prides herself on doing three big philanthropic walks a year - Walk Now for Autism Speaks, the Revlon Run/Walk for Women, and the AIDS Walk.  She was appointed as the West Territory Philanthropy Director last year, and we couldn't be more proud!  She loves working with Alpha Xi Delta on a National Level because it affords her the opportunity to reach out to chapters across the coast about something she believes in strongly, philanthropy.

Dani was initiated in 1997 as a Junior at California State Northridge, where she later graduated with a degree in Psychology.  Alpha Xi Delta has continued to be important to her and as she's been an Advisor for the local collegiate chapter, Delta Rho, for 10+ years.  She also served on the executive board of the LA Alumnae association for four years. 

"I have always believed in Alpha Xi Delta. I love being a part of an association that helps continue the bonds and friendships of our Fraternity after the college experience." -Dani

Dani is an incredible woman with a big heart and lucky for you, she's an Alpha Xi in LA!  Look for her pretty smile at our next event. 

"Swap Shop" September 18th!

Clothing swaps are revolutionizing America's approach to fashion, and you're invited!

Relax, mix, mingle and swap with sisters!  Exchange accessories, shoes, bags, and clothing that you no longer love to wear.  Bring a bag to carry out your new treasures.  Anything left over will be donated to a Shelter for Women in need. 

Relish in your fabulous "new to you" items!

Mix and mingle with fantastic sisters in your area! 

Be kind to your wardrobe, your wallet, and your planet!

Help your community!

Be Good!  Be Green!  Be Glam!

WHEN: Sunday, September 18th 5:00pm 
WHERE: President's House
                 Hollywood, CA
BRING: A Bag, Clothing and accessory donations 

Meet a New Sister

In an effort to introduce you to some of the fabulous sisters who live in and around LA, please meet Krista!

Krista was initiated into the Beta Xi Chapter at Marietta College in Ohio, in 1998.  As a collegiate she had an amazing Alpha Xi Delta experience which included living in a haunted sorority house (True story! Ask her about it!)  Alpha Xi Delta continued being a wonderful part of Krista's life after graduation, as well.  In fact, Krista's not sure she would have stayed so long in LA without the friends she's met through the Association!

Krista and her "Little Sis" - her Mom, Anita

Krista, originally from North Carolina, moved to LA in 2002 to pursue acting.  She's done a variety of acting work ranging from various plays to television spots on The Discovery Channel and TLC, even working briefly on West Wing.  In the mean time, Krista built a career "by accident" on the side, in nonprofit and is now the Director of a Salvation Army Program called Westwood Transitional Village, that provides transitional housing and child care to homeless and low income families.

Krista has a wonderful family including a great boyfriend, Tony, two big brothers, Eric and Scot, her Dad and her Mom, Anita (who Krista took as a "little sis" when she was initiated as an alumnae member at Marietta in 2000 - how cool is that??)

Krista continues to try to give back to Alpha Xi Delta, which has given her so much.  Currently she's the collegiate advisor for Public Relations at Cal State Northridge's chapter and is the Membership VP for the LA Alumnae Association. 

Be sure to reach out to Krista at our next event, you will be so glad that you did!

Meet a New Sister

In an effort to help introduce you to other fabulous Alpha Xi sisters in the LA area, please meet Bobbi!

Bobbi was initiated as an ETA in 1951 at Syracuse University where she enjoyed many beautiful and lasting friendships, and also a few crazy fun times.  (Ask her about the time she snuck out of the sorority house after hours and couldn't get back in!) 

She has two lovely, grown children; Bob and Lisa, whom are both adopted.  Bobbi is constantly on the go, and has visited many exotic locations.  Recently she returned from Central America with her son.  She's also been to India, Morocco, Europe, China, Tibet, Thailand, and more.  She's been to over 35 countries in all!

When she's not traveling, Bobbi stays busy as an Art Therapist and is still an active member of the America Art Therapy Association.  She also volunteers with the red cross and has responded to over 26 natural disasters.  Until 2007 she was also a pro bono therapist for Aids Project LA.

Bobbi was awarded Order of the Pearl during Founders Day this year, so be sure to congratulate her for her outstanding sisterhood and service to Alpha Xi Delta at our next event.  Bobbi's a special part of the Los Angeles Alumnae Association, and we love her!

Change of Location

Hi sisters!

Hope that you are gearing up for Thursday celebration of 100 years of Alpha Xi Delta Alums in LA!  There's been a situation beyond our control and the location must be moved.  And now...FREE PARKING!

We'lll be meeting at an adorable, charming, Old Hollywood style bar - "Bar Noir" Maison 140 in Beverly Hills.  Info Below

Bar Noir
Maison 140 Beverly Hills
140 Lasky Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

100 Year Anniversary Party!

Imagine - It's 1911.  The bright lights of Los Angeles shine bright, though the films are silent.  The first all woman's jury is selected, though nationally none of them can vote.  In a time like this -  Women Needed Sisters!  A few brave, bold, frontierswomen sought out just that - sisters.  And on July 1, 1911 the Los Angels Alumnae Association was born!  

What was true then is still true now - Women Need Sisters!  Come soak up the benefits sought out for you by these valiant pioneers from long ago, and be the face of Alpha Xi Delta present.  We are the Alpha Xi Deltas of Los Angeles, let's celebrate the bonds of strong sisterhood and the advantage of a rich past.  

YOU ARE INVITED!!

WHAT:  100 year Alpha Xi Delta Anniversary
WHEN: Thursday evening, June 30, 2011
WHERE: Bar Noir
                 Maison 140 Beverly Hills
                 140 Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills CA 90212
WHO:  Alpha Xi's and those who love Alpha Xi (guests welcome)
TIME:  7pm - 10pm 
COST: $10 each attendant

Cocktail Attire.  Cost is $10.  Appetizers included.  FREE parking available.  Please RSVP by June 24.

 Let's make some history that they'll be talking about for the next 100.

We're Turning 100! Save the Date

Nationals just informed our Alumnae Association that we're approaching our 100 year anniversary THIS SUMMER!  This is a grand milestone and one that we were not aware of.  So, we are making changes to the calendar to celebrate this achievement in style.   

The summer pancake cookoff will therefore be postponed and instead we're planning a more elaborate celebration to make the gathering worthy of such a significant event.    

SAVE THE DATE:  THURSDAY JUNE 30, 2011 
100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY EVENING 

Meet a New Sister...Leslie!

In an effort to help introduce you to other fabulous Alpha Xi sisters in the LA area, please meet Leslie! 

Initiated at the Gamma Alpha Chapter at San Diego State in Spring 1997, Leslie is currently the Interest Group Events Planner for the LA Alumnae Association.  Leslie brings a fun energy and passion into the mix, and she's got some really fun events up her sleeve for this year, including an Olvera Street expedition, Kareoke, and a Clothing swap!    

Leslie's favorite hobbies are shopping, animals, movies, trivia, and spending lots of time with family, especially her adoring nieces and nephews.  She's also an aspiring comedienne who used to perform in a comedy troupe in San Diego. 

With her contagious smile, you'll be sure to meet Leslie, and other fun and friendly sisters, at our next event.

Quince De Mayo!

Ole!  Olvera street is one of those places that MUST be on your checklist of chic things to do in LA.  It's one of the most famous tourist destinations in the city.  A beautiful, historic and cultural experience, our day will be filled with Mariachi music, vibrant bright colors, trinket shopping, and mouth-watering Mexican food and drink.  Plus, we'll be taking the subway there, and chances are riding THAT is on your LA checklist, too.  Bring your camera and bring your marker because, sister, we're checking things off the list together.  

What: Subway trip to Olvera Street ($1.50)
When: Sunday May 15 @ 3:30pm
Where:  Metro Station in N. Hollywood
                5373 N Lankershim Blvd, N. Hollywood CA 91601
Why:  For shopping, eating, drinking, & exploring  
Dinner:  Hottest restaurant in Olvera-  La Golondrina

Dinner Menu Here

Lost?  Late?  Meet us there?  
Call Leslie - 818-926-1344

Thank you!

A very special thank you to those sisters and friends who participated in the 2011 Walk Now for Autism Speaks.  With a team of over 108 collegiate and alumnae members, Team Alpha Xi Delta made a difference in our community by showing massive support and raising over $18,000 for Autism Speaks.  Such dedication to philanthropy is inspiring.  Shine on sisters!  

 

So proud to be an Alpha Xi!

April is hoppin'!! JUMP IN!

Tons going on this April and we need you!  :) 

April 12 - CPK Fundraiser.  See the flier below, print it for co-workers, post it on your Facebook profile, spread the word!!  Just show the flier to your waiter at California Pizza Kitchen in Encino, CA any time on April 12 and 20% of your bill goes towards Walk Now for Autism Speaks.

April 16 - Founders Day Hosted by the SFV Alumnae Association.  See the invitation in the previous post and RSVP to Janis Rosebrook <janis.rosebrook@mac.com>.  This year you can pay at the door, so email Janis TODAY!

April 17 - Silent Auction hosted by the Dhelta Rho Alpha Xi collegiate chapter.  1pm - 4pm in the Grand Salon at Cal State Northridge.  All proceeds will go towards our joint Walk Now for Autism Speaks team. 

April 23 - Walk Now for Autism Speaks.  The LA Alumnae Assoc and the collegiate chapter at CSUN will join forces to take to the streets of Pasadena.  Join the team and do your part to stop Autism in our community.  Team link:  Team Alpha Xi Delta

Founders Day 2011 Invite

Mark your calendars - this years Founders Day is being hosted by the San Fernando Valley Alumnae Association.  Always a fantastic event with sisters gathered together from all over Southern California.

Dinner with Sisters...

Dinner with Sisters!!  Great food, fun drinks, and the best company in LA...Alpha Xi's!

Place: Stanley's (Sherman Oaks)
Date: Thursday February 10th
Time: 7:30pm
Address: 13817 Ventura Boulevard, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818-986-4623)

See you there! 

New Events for 2011

We have some AMAZING events for 2011, and we couldn't be more excited.  Thanks to some awesome new exec board members, and some fabulous returning exec superstars, the calendar has been set with some BIG BIG new things! 

February 10- Dinner with Sisters @ 7:30pm - "Stanleys" (Sherman Oaks)
March (Date TBD) - Fun Dance class, followed by cocktails
April 16 - Founder's Day!
April 23 - Walk Now for Autism Speaks
May 15 - "Quince De Mayo" - Shopping & Dinner on Olivera Street @ 4pm (Dwntwn)
June 11 - Summer Event - Pancake Cookout
August 26 or 27 - John Williams at the Hollywood Bowl
September 18 - "Swap Shop"- Clothing/accessory swap!

Olivera Street

John Williams - Hollywood Bowl

We can't wait to see YOU!

Exec Board Meeting

Happy New Year!  The Alpha Xi Delta Alumnae Exec Board is meeting this month to set up the calendar for the next six months.  Have any great ideas for fun events?  Please pass on your thoughts! 

And be sure to check back for updates in the Events section of the site.