Chi-O-Hio April 78, 2017

Womanly Always
Dear Chi Omega Alumnae Sisters,
Chi Omega Alumnae Association, State of Ohio, invites you to
attend Chi-O-Hio, a special weekend to celebrate our lifelong
Sisterhood and to share time and tales with other Ohio alums and
our collegiate Sisters. Whats more, 2017 marks 60 years since the
founding of State Day in 1957.
DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN TOUR & DINE AROUND (Alumnae only)
FRIDAY, APRIL 7 Our plans cater to alumnae with a coach tour (coach compliments of
Cleveland West Alumnae) departing the Holiday Inn Independence for a brief excursion
around downtown Cleveland led by an experienced tour guide and Sister, happy hour at the
Spotted Owl, dinner in Ohio City at Crop Bistro (regarded as one of Clevelands best
restaurants), and dessert and conversation back at the hotel. Dress is snappy casual. Because
the number of participants will be limited, PLEASE make your reservation
immediately on the form provided on page 2.
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Holiday Inn Independence, located near I-480 and
I-77, at 6001 Rockside Road, Independence, OH 44131. Parking is free. The room rate is
$95 for double occupancy and is available until March 8, 2017. Gather your Sisters
and make your room reservation as soon as possible to guarantee the rate. Reserve by phone
at 261.524.8050 and ask for the Chi Omega Alumnae rate. Get the same rate by reserving
online at bit.ly/chiohioalumhotel
CHI-O-HIO DAY (Alumnae and Collegians)
SATURDAY, APRIL 8 Dress is pin attire. Following coffee, tea, and pastry, alumnae will
attend break-out sessions, including the Chi Omega Alumnae, State of Ohio meeting, before
joining the collegians in a fun mixer activity. Bring cash, checks, or credit cards because you
will have the opportunity to shop for Chi Omega and owl memorabilia, participate in a silent
auction, and donate to the Owl Tree for Foundation Scholarships. In addition, you are invited
to bring along a gift card or two purchased from preferred stores WalMart, Target, and
GameStop and donate them at our Make-A-Wish table. Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky &
Indiana will use the cards to purchase gifts for teen Wish Kids.
Well enjoy a tasty lunch, honor our Founders, and recognize Ohios Outstanding Chi Omega
Alumna as well as the recipients of this years I Serve Award and scholarships. In keeping
with our theme Womanly Always, the luncheon program will showcase our Ohio collegians
and alumnae. See full Agenda on page 3.
Perfect to wear on your road trip to Cleveland, some lovely apparel from Greek-licensed
University Tees is available for PREORDER ONLY by March 1 for delivery directly to
your home address. Your ordering link is bit.ly/alumshirtorder
Cant make it to the event? Then please consider donating to the Chi-O-Hio Scholarship via
the DONATE button at chiomega.com Select a Fund > Scholarship Fund > Chi-O-Hio
Scholarship. Thank you!
Questions? Please contact Linda Meixner at meixnerlinda@att.net See you at Chi-O-Hio!

NAME: ______________________________________
ADDRESS: ____________________________________
____________________________________________
PHONE: _____________ EMAIL: __________________________
INITIATING CHAPTER/SCHOOL: _______________________________
INITIATION YEAR: ________
FRIDAY, APRIL 7
Will you arrive on Friday and spend the night at the hotel? YES NO
Includes coach tour, cocktail and appetizers at the Spotted Owl,
$60.00
dinner at Crop Bistro, and dessert at the Holiday Inn. A seasonal
menu chosen by the chef will be featured at Crop. Please select
one entre below:
_____ Beef
_____ Fish
_____ Chicken
_____ Vegetarian

$_____

___ I will be on the coach!

___ I will not be on the coach, but I will meet you at
___ Spotted Owl, 710 Jefferson Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
___ Crop, 2537 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
SATURDAY, APRIL 8
Continental breakfast includes beverages and pastry;
lunch includes soup, main course, and dessert. Select one below:
_____ Mediterranean Vegetarian Wrap
_____ Chicken Caesar Salad
_____ California Club Croissant
Dietary Restrictions (Mark all that apply):
_____ Vegetarian
_____ Gluten free
_____ Lactose free

$40.00

$_____

TOTAL
$____
____ Personal check
____ PayPal

Please make checks payable to Chi Omega Alumnae Association, State of Ohio, and mail
along with this form to Jackie Meadows, P.O. Box 54925, Cincinnati, OH 45254. You
may also email this form and pay via PayPal, using chiomegaoh@gmail.com for both.
Please take the option to pay the fee yourself if using a bank or credit card.
Deadline for reservations is March 1, 2017. No refunds after this date.
THANK YOU!

Chi-O-Hio April 78, 2017

Schedule of Events
FRIDAY, APRIL 7
TOUR OF CLEVELAND AND DINE AROUND FOR ALUMNAE ONLY
4:00 p.m. Meet in Holiday Inn Independence lobby for Cleveland City
Tour/Dine Around
5:45 p.m. Happy Owler at Spotted Owl in Tremont with cocktail
and appetizer
7:00 p.m. Arrive at Crop Bistro in Ohio City for dinner
8:30 p.m. Depart for Holiday Inn
9:00 p.m. Dessert tray at hotel in lounge
SATURDAY, APRIL 8
CHI-O-HIO DAY FOR ALUMNAE AND COLLEGIANS
8:309:00 a.m.
Coffee, tea, and pastry in Holiday Inn Ballroom
9:159:45 a.m.
State Board meeting for alumnae
Breakout session for collegians
10:00-10:30 a.m.
Shopping break, photo ops, support Make-A-Wish,
and visit Owl Tree for Chi Omega scholarships
10:30-11:00 a.m.
Alumnae sharing session
Breakout session for collegians
11:15-11:45 a.m.
Mixer with creative activity for alumnae and
collegians
12:00 p.m.
Invocation and introductions in Ballroom
12:15 p.m.
Lunch served
Program: Womanly Always