Wishing new retirees well!
     We appreciate the time the new retirees committed to Pioneering over the years. If you have friends who are new retirees, please ask them to send their home e-mail addresses to retirees@verizonpioneers.org so we can keep them updated on Pioneer activities. Also, you might suggest they call their chapter offices about Life Member activities. Check www.verizonpioneers.org for a list of chapter offices.

Jewelry - a perfect gift!
     Looking for a unique retiree or holiday gift? Consider the gift that ladies always appreciate -- jewelry. We're proud to introduce sterling silver earrings and a charm featuring the Pioneer logo. Reasonably priced at $21.95 and $17.95, plus shipping. www.verizonpioneers.org/EStoreHome.htm

Thank you, Employee Communications!
     Many active TelecomPioneers are now receiving this "Communicator" e-mail via the Verizon intranet, thanks to Employee Communications. In addition, a link to the Verizon TelecomPioneer website has been added to the homepage of the Verizon intranet. We hope this new medium of communication will help you receive your Pioneer news faster and in an easy-to-read format. Please address comments to info@verizonpioneers.org.

All over the United States, the Verizon TelecomPioneers are supporting the Salvation Army by erecting Angel Giving Trees in their work locations. Please help the TelecomPioneers this year by purchasing new toys and placing them under the trees. These toys will be donated to underpriviledged children within the zip code of your work location's tree. If your chapter is sponsoring a Seasons Readings Book Fair, please consider purchasing a book and donating it to a needy child through the Angel Giving Tree program.

Verizon Literacy University Honored
     The Verizon Literacy University (VLU)  was honored as the winner of the Outstanding Achievement in Interactive/Online Media at the 5th Annual Literacy in Media Awards on Nov. 6, 2003. The Literacy in Media Awards honors individuals and productions that draw attention to the importance of reading and/or writing through film, televison and other other media. Please check the website at http://www.vluonline.org/ for the latest course listings, including the new "Volunteering in English Language Learner Literacy Classes," where you can meet several English language learners and learn about the need for ESL classes, volunteer opportunities, and materials and instructional strategies that work.

Buy gifts and have 20% of price donated to your chapter!
     The TelecomPioneers have teamed with Alaska Smokehouse and the Famous Pacific Dessert Company to bring you a great selection of wonderful holiday food and gift packages. Your chapter will receive 20% of the product purchase price by typing in your chapter name at the end of your online check out. From now through December 4, we are waiving the UPS Ground fee for U.S. deliveries. http://www.gourmetfoodfundraiser.com/?AFFILIATEID=1080

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