DNA 4--Pueblo and Southeast Colorado.

DNA 4, Southeastern Colorado area, is preparing to host the 2007 CNA Convention in Pueblo, CO. The convention is scheduled 09/28/07 and 09/29/07 to be held at the beautiful Marriott Convention Center in downtown Pueblo. It's a great time of year to be in Pueblo; fall is great here. DNA 4 members have worked together to develop suggestions for the continuing education day, exhibitors, sponsors, and entertainment for the convention. We are meeting at least monthly to coordinate volunteers and provide support to CNA staff and board as needed. DNA 3 and DNA 6 have volunteered to help us with the local duties of the convention; we are very grateful for this help.

The Annual Meeting for DNA 4 is planned for 04/13/07 at the Pueblo Country Club. We are having a local humorist provide a program on "humor with happiness." We will also elect new officers and set goals for the next year. Our main goals are to assist with a successful CNA convention and to achieve increased membership.

Most of our communication about local, state, and national nursing events is done by email. When I receive new member information, I make initial contact by email and let the new member know when we meet and a little about our district. I think this helps get connected. Since most of our focus is on a successful 2007 Convention, we are meeting at least monthly in person, and working together as needs arise by email and phone. For more information about DNA 4, contact Nancy K. Van Etten, President at [e-mail] or 719-545-2060.