SERVICE PROJECT — Members of Alpha Tau assisted staff at the Swaney Memorial Library following the group’s January meeting. Those assisting included, from left, Kathy Griffith, Fran Jones, Diane Bowers and Amy Hannahs. -- Contributed

NEW CUMBERLAND — The January meeting of the Alpha Tau Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa International Honorary Organization for Women Educators was held at the Swaney Memorial Library in New Cumberland. The meeting was called to order by President Fran Jones.

Chaplain Kathy Griffith gave a reading from “Walking in Grace,” as the thought for the day.

Secretary Mary Lou Martindill read the minutes of the previous meeting and took roll call.

President-elect Michelle Lewis requested members provide volunteer information for the altruistic report.

Ginger Greene, bylaws chairman, reported the updated policies and procedures manual will be submitted to the state bylaws chair. The selection of representatives for the nominating committee was approved by members.

SERVICE PROJECT — Members of Alpha Tau assisted staff at the Swaney Memorial Library following the group’s January meeting. Those assisting included, Michelle Lewis, left, and Ginger Greene. -- Contributed

The February meeting will include a silent auction, with proceeds being donated to cystic fibrosis.

The business meeting was adjourned, followed by members volunteering to work with library staff as a service project. Areas of assistance included cleaning cupboards in the kitchen and working on labeling publication dates for books in specific areas of the library.

KITCHEN HELP — Alpha Tau members who assisted the staff of Swaney Memorial Library in the kitchen area included, from left, Michelle McHaffie, Michelle Bernardi, Kim Swords and Rita Schmitt. -- Contributed