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NEWCOMERS & NEIGHBORS November 2008 Newsletter
General Coffee/New Member Coffee Everyone is invited to attend the New Members’ Coffee on November 17th at 7 pm at the home of Michelle in Hinsdale. Please feel welcome to invite a neighbor or friend as a prospective new member! RSVP to Michelle.
Socials Save the date for the Holiday Party on Saturday December 6th.
Message from the President’s Desk – Ruth W.
It’s November and it’s almost time for the holidays! Have you noticed all the holiday decorations up in the stores already? It’s amazing…..most just skipped Halloween and went directly to Holiday decorations. That being said, it’s only a month until our own Holiday Party which is always a special event. It’s scheduled for Saturday evening, December 6th, so mark your calendars and save the date for this festive occasion.
Oktoberfest was a huge success with 42 people attending. We partied at the beautiful home of Lisa and Joe T’s who were wonderful hosts. Marilyn and Mary Jo catered a delicious dinner of brats, sauerkraut, German potato salad, potato pancakes and more. Everything was scrumptious! We lucked out with the weather too….it was a lovely 70 degrees that evening. Thank you Lisa, Joe, Marilyn and Mary Jo for organizing a fabulous party!
Most of the activities in the last month have been well attended including Lunch Bunch in which 15 of us gathered at Mary Parsons’ home to eat a yummy lunch consisting of homemade soups, salads, breads and desserts. Although lunch was great, the best part was spending time chatting with other members and getting to know the newest members who were there.
I’m eager to meet all the new members at the New Member Coffee. If you are new and need a ride, call me and I will put you in touch with someone who lives in your area. Hope to see you there!
Birthday Club Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating a birthday in November!!
17 Diannne R. 19 Courtney S. 20 Mary P. 20 Lisa T.
Sunshine Club
If anyone hears of good news or sad news please let our Corresponding Secretary Charlotte know so she can send a card of support, best wishes or sympathy.
Newcomers and Neighbors Website
Check out our web site at www.nngha.com ~~~~~~~~~ Editor’s Note: If you have anything to add to the monthly newsletter that may be of interest to the membership, we are more than happy to include it, provided you get it to the editor, Mary, by the 15th of the month prior to the event. If you have information to be included in the WAG, please get this to Mary by the Wednesday of the week prior to the event.
Please note that it is unlawful to use our email or address list for any purposes other than Newcomers & Neighbors’ business. Any such use needs to be approved by the Board. If you do send out any emails for Newcomers & Neighbors, please be sure to put “N&N” in the subject line. Monthly Activities
Coordinator: _____________________________________________ MargueriteThe Daytime Book Club will meet to discuss The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. We will learn about Chicago during the period leading up to the Columbian Exposition (World’s Fair) in 1893. If you missed the last Evening Book Club meeting and would still like to discuss this book or if you would be interested in joining this daytime book club, please call Marguerite so she can determine what the best days/times would be to meet.
Coordinator: ________________________________________ Polly
The Evening Book Club will meet Tuesday, November 18 at 7:00pm. We will discuss Charms for the Easy Life by Kaye Gibbons. It should be great discussion. Please join us! RSVP to Ange Upcoming books: December: We are planning a book swap party at Dianne January: Me and Emma by Elizabeth Flock February: The Road by Cormac McCarthy
Coordinator: ______________________________________Felice
Couples Bridge meets the first Saturday night of each month. Our next game is Saturday November 1st at 7:00pm. All are welcome regardless of the level of bridge you play. If you are a single, I'll try to find you a partner. We play at a different home each month. Please contact me for further information.
Coordinator: Michelle
Chick Flick outing will be Wednesday Afternoon, November 5th, The Secret Life of Bees at the Elmhurst York Theater. We will go to the first movie of the day which is usually between Noon and 1 PM. Check the weekly WAG for exact show time and meeting place for carpooling. RSVP Michelle.
Our evening Chick Flick outing will be Wednesday Evening, November 19th Rachel Getting Married. Save the date and we’ll plan to see a showing in the 6:30-7:30 PM timeframe. Check the weekly WAG for the exact movie and time. Movie suggestions are welcome RSVP Michelle.
Coordinator: Kadee
Mark your calendar for this date change, please! Due to Thanksgiving falling on the 27th of November, Cooking Club will meet December 5th at Peggy’s house. Holly has volunteered to co-host this event with Peggy. So, get ready for a wonderful start to the holiday season by being a part of our Annual Cookie Exchange. Not only will we be baking different cookie recipes, but we will be able to take them home. And just think... you'll have holiday cookies ready at a moment's notice! Please call Holly or Peggy by December 3rd to reserve a place. Hope you can join us!!
Coordinator: Karolina
We will be meeting at Toni Marie’s in downtown Hinsdale on Thursday, 13th November, between 9:30-11:00am for a coffee and a chat. If you know of someone who is new to the area, this is a great way to invite her to learn more about the club. This is a very casual drop-in event so just turn up anytime, after your work-out, before work, with or without the kids etc.
Coordinator: Sara
November 15, 2008 at 7 pm: Please join us for an evening of relaxed card playing that is fun and easy to learn. Just bring your drink of choice and an appetizer or a dessert to share. If you are interested in playing or would like to know more about this fun group, please contact Sara.
Coordinator: Cathy Join us for a fun evening in La Grange. On Tuesday November 11th we will meet at Thipi Thai. This is a great Thai restaurant. Please call if you plan to join us.
Coordinator: Dianne
Golf League is finished for this year. If you are interested in joining the Flagg Creek Golf League for next year let me know and I will get you info as soon as I get it next Spring. There is also a League at Meadow Lark Golf Club that is looking for 9-hole players. This is a Forest Preserve Course located on 31st in Hinsdale. The person to contact is Gladys Vaci 708-280-1969 Watch Spontaneity news for Casual Fall Golf games. Winter Practice Golf will start in January!
Coordinator: Angela Sunday golf is suspended until the spring.
Coordinator: Peggy
Please come to our next Lunch Bunch on Tuesday, November 4th at 11:30am. We will be enjoying quiche, salad, bread/croissants and a dessert luncheon at Wei Wei’s home. Please RSVP to Wei Wei and let her know whether you can bring a quiche, salad, bread or a dessert. It is important to respond by Friday, October 31st so Wei Wei knows how many plan to attend. Anyone wishing to host the December luncheon please let Peggy know.
Coordinator: Kathy
Give Mah Jongg a try. It is a game played with tiles, world wide. We have many new players, and are open to more. Games this month are scheduled for: Thursday November 6th at 12:30pm, Thursday November 13th at 7pm, Thursday November 20th at 9:30am and Tuesday November 25th at 9:30am.
Coordinator: Stephanie
Moms and Kids is heading indoors after a great summer outside! Come and join us... Wednesday, November 5th at 3pm at Hinsdale Public Libray Tuesday, November 11th at 10:30am at Maggie’s house Wednesday, November 19th at 3pm at Stephanie’s house Happy Thanksgiving...we won't be getting together this week
Please contact Stephanie for more information.
Coordinator: Marianne
Coordinator Mark
Hey guys, let's anti up for Poker night! Low stakes poker meets on Friday at 7:00 p.m. Bring your drinks and snacks.
Coordinator: Julie
Please join us for a fun filled evening on Friday at Ballydoyles Pub in Downers Grove. Please contact Julie if you are planning to come so she can book a table.
Coordinator: Sherry
Email Sherry when you have an activity, date, time, location, etc. that YOU are going to attend and you want company.
Coordinator: Dianne
Weekdays Meet at Quinn's Coffee Shop in Clarendon Hills to start your day out with a brisk walk.
Anyone interested in doing a 5K WALK AT FULLERSBURG WOODS ---Nov. 15th Check out this web site for details: SignMeUp.com/62259 This event supports programs at Fullersburg Woods---minimum donation is $30.
Coordinator: Sue Gorden Wine and Dine will be taking a break for the fall but watch out for new wine tasting activities in the New Year. ~~~~~~~~~ Community News
Books and Brunch The Assistance League of Chicagoland West will be holding their BOOKS AND BRUNCH fundraiser on November 11th at the beautiful Abbington Banquets on Butterfield Rd. Tickets cost $75.00 and the event includes a Boutique, Silent auction, and basket raffle (baskets contain about $700 worth of goodies and gift certificates). Luncheon will be served, and three authors will speak to us about their lives and books. Our speakers this year are: Karen Abbott, author of the much acclaimed "Sin in the second city; "Libby Fischer Hellman, noted mystery writer whose work is often set in Chicago, and Gioia Diliberto, biographer and author of novels that blend history and fiction.
Books and Brunch begins at 10.00am. Early birds arriving between 10:00 and 10:15 will receive a free ticket for a special raffle. There will be so much to see and do at this year's event that coming early will be a great idea.
Assistance League of Chicagoland West is a philanthropic group whose projects help the disadvantaged in our local communities in DuPage and western Cook. All money donated here stays here. Come and learn more about us. Call Marguerite Spangehl 630.655.2473 or Dee Dugo 630.455.4145 for more information.
Mistletoe Medley The Oak Brook Chapter of Infant Welfare Society cordially invites you to attend . . . . MISTLETOE MEDLEY Tuesday, December 2 Boutique 9:30 AM – 3:00PM Honorary chairperson ALLISON ROSATI Anchor, NBC News, Chicago Fashion Presentation "ZAZZ Productions" Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace Eighty Dollars per Person Reservations limited. This is always a sell out. If interested call Marilyn Krafthefer 630-832-8991
Village of Oak Brook's 50th Anniversary The Oak Brook Civic Association presents the Village of Oak Brook's 50th Anniversary Finale Celebration. "Dancing Through the Decades" at Drury Lane, Saturday, November 8th, 7 to 11 pm. Food, Dancing, Entertainment, Open Bar, $75 per person. Paid reservations required. For information concerning this event contact Dawn at 630-455-6311. Suzanne Gorden is planning to attend.
The Salt Creek Ballet Guild 2008 Nutcracker Gift Mart Support the Salt Creek Ballet by attending the 2008 Nutcracker Gift Mart at the home of Bob and Cindy Dressler at 6271 S Grant St in Burr Ridge (From Hinsdale, travel south on Garfield Ave., past 55th Street and the Hansen Center. Turn right on 63rd Street. Follow to 6271 S. Grant.). There will be a Preview Party on Thursday November 6th from 6-9pm featuring wine and scotch tasting and a strolling violinist. Valet parking is available. For advance tickets ($30), call 630-769-1199. Tickets are $35 on the door. The main shopping day is Friday November 7th from 10am to 3pm. There will be fine art, jewelry, handbags, fashion, home accents and more. Admission is free. For every purchase made, you will get the chance to win one of three fabulous gifts.
If you have any community news which might be of interest to Newcomers and Neighbors members, please send to Mary Parsons by Wednesday night so it can be included in the WAG.
Bulletin Board We are starting up a new Bulletin Board to see whether there is interest in this. We are not trying to replace Craigslist but if, for example, you have something you would like to sell/donate which may be of interest to Newcomers, we will circulate this to the members via the WAG. Please send your requests to Mary by Wednesday night so it can be included in the WAG.
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