Retired Librarians Interest Group Meeting - June 29, 2007 Meeting Notes
Present: Ron Frommeyer, Rosie Ogg, Gerry Williams, Joyce Baer, Christina Dieffenbach, Sarah Ray
Introductions
- When did you retire and from what library?
What do we want this group to do?
- Reach out to other retirees and those considering retirement or about to retire: discussion of how to reach and invite those interested in this type of interest group
- All are welcome to attend, regardless of type of library or retiree status
- Get together to discuss common interests and concerns about retirement
- Meet three times a year, in the Spring, Summer, and Fall
- Avenue for discussion, sharing experiences, or questions regarding retirement
- Avenue for fellowship
- Sarah will create a website and discussion list for the group
Possible Discussions
- Making the adjustment to life in retirement
- Part-Time Work
- Volunteer Opportunities
- TIAA-CREF Updates, OPERS/STRS Updates
- Financial Advisors: Very important to have those familiar with various retirement plans (OPERS, TIAA-CREF, etc.)
- Fitness and Nutrition
- Health Care Plans
Possible Presentations
- OPERS/STRS/TIAA-CREF: What is and is not covered when retiring
- Medicare: What is covered, where to go for help and how to find out more
- Retirement Systems: Updates of Legislation issues, proposed benefit changes, etc.
- Health and Fitness
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Annual presentation for librarians and library staff thinking about retirement—what do you need to consider?
- Tax preparation in retirement
- Traveling in retirement: Traveling by yourself and overseas
- Social Security
Possible Field Trips
- Tied to interests of group members - in retirement, you finally have time to pursue these interests!
- Gardens in the East Historic District of Newport, KY
- International Festival in Middletown: Middfest, Oct. 5-7, 2007
- Oxford has a center for world cultures
- University of Cincinnati
- Washington-Centerville Public Library
- West Chester is building a new library
- Sugar Village
- Let Ron and Sarah know about new and interesting events the group might be interested in!
Next Meeting: Nov. 9, 2007, 11:00 a.m. at the SWON Libraries Office
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