Want to know who makes the League special? We’ve started an initiative to feature our membership on our “Meet the Member Mondays” blog series. Check back often to learn more about our members, see the diversity of our membership and see why they think the League’s work is important.
Name: Kathleen Kastelic
Day job: Mabee Foundation CFO
3 words to describe you: Curious, industrious and grounded
Why you are involved with the League: Contribute to an involved and informed electorate
My favorite experience with LWV has been: The lively discussion in unit meetings
On the weekend, you can find me: Yoga, Guthrie Green farmer’s market, yard work, cooking, attending a concert, reading, walking the canines and sometimes working.
Favorite Tulsa restaurant: Nostalgic – The Middle Path; Current – Juniper
Favorite vacation destination: Bend Oregon
People would be surprised to know: I am a baseball fan
Words to live by: Get involved in your community, give of your time, talent and money to improve the community you live in. It is the right thing to do and it feels good.
If your day had 25 hours, what would you use the extra hour for: Day dreaming
One item you can’t leave home without: Something to read – in case of a wait
Favorite meal: A roasted chicken with roasted vegetables
Beverage of choice: Sparkling mineral water or a peppery Pinot Noir
Who is your hero: Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Biggest pet peeve: Currently – the pot holes plaguing our streets!
What makes you laugh: My canines – Lucy and Yadi
Best movie seen/book read lately: “A Spool of Blue Thread” by Anne Tyler (who is an American treasure)
What should be taught in school that isn’t currently: What used to be called Home Economics and Shop – to both boys and girls
Favorite Tulsa activity: A Tom Tobias yoga class
One word to describe Tulsa: Promising