2026 Convention
General Information
Dates:
April 23-26, 2026
Location:
Decatur, Alabama
Host Chapters:
J, T, Z & AN
Hotel Information:
Decatur Doubletree by Hilton
11101 6th Avenue
Decatur, AL 35601
Traditional Room (2 queens OR 1 king)
More information coming soon.
Why should I attend?
This is a time to meet P.E.O.s from across the state. This is your chance to see old friends, and make new ones. It is an opportunity to see and appreciate the larger picture of what we do as a Sisterhood. Project speakers and the International Representative share inspiring messages that leave you knowing that we are making a difference in the world around us.
What to bring?
P.E.O. Emblem
Delegates: Study and be prepared to discuss proposed amendments
What to wear?
Sweater for cool meeting room
Casual “Daisy,” “Star,” and “Heart” Attire
President’s Reception
President Elaine Bassett will host the President’s Reception on Friday, 5:30 pm, in the hallway outside Ballrooms A-D. Come and greet our state board during this social time of renewing the bonds of P.E.O. sisterhood. Everyone is welcome. A cash bar will be offered.
Hospitality Room:
The Hospitality Room will be serving light refreshments at various times throughout the convention. Prepared snacks, coffee and water will be available. Take a moment to refresh and meet and greet your Sisters of the Heart in the Hospitality Room.
Daisy Garden:
A novelty studio located in the Moore Room will feature items related to P.E.O. All donations support the Alabama State Chapter Convention. Come peruse for your new DAISY and STAR items.
Philanthropy Displays:
Our six philanthropy displays will be in the hallway across from the restrooms and brick-walled entrance to the Conference Center.
Admission of Guests to Business Meeting:
At approximately 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 26th, BILs and guests will be invited to join all P.E.O.s in the business meeting to hear remarks by the newly installed president, introduction of guests and the invitation to the 67th Annual Convention of P.E.O. Alabama State Chapter. Guests will be asked to leave the meeting for the formal close of the convention.
Tenative Schedule
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Schedules available closer to the time of the convention.
Invitations & RSVP for the dinner will be sent to PSPs and board.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Schedules available closer to the time of the convention.
Saturday, April 25, 2025
Schedules available closer to the time of the convention.
Guests should leave the room for the formal close of convention. Guests are non-P.E.O.s (Visitors are P.E.O.s who are not delegates or PSPs, and they can attend everything.)
Please note that Convention Registration consists of two parts:
Part 1: Registration for convention
Part 2: Register for your hotel separately
For further questions, please email the convention committee
2026 Convention State Board
Cel Bailey
President
Paige McCormick
Vice President
Nancy Newton
Organizer
Cheryl (Chery) Williams
Treasurer
Sally Priester
Secretary
2025 Convention Photos
Announcing that Elaine Bassett is deemed the Queen of Hearts.
Elaine was adorned with a robe and crown.
All the cards in the Heart Suit welcomed us to next year’s convention
More cards…
What a cute play on Elaine’s theme!
Elaine being installed as president of the Alabama State Chapter.
