February Interest Groups
Community Volunteers
Wednesday 8th February, 10:00 a.m at Ann’s home.
All welcome, call for directions and to confirm
Co-conveners: Ann & Jaime
The first item I would like to share with all of you who helped to make Christmas for the needy family is the note we received from them. When Marlene delivered the gifts and groceries she had a thank you note ready for us, and was very appreciative of all that she received. Marlene enjoyed her visit with the Mom and was very taken with the twins. It makes it even more of a gift to us, the givers, when you know it is appreciated so much. Thank you ladies, for your generous donations.
Our first meeting of the new year is on February 8th at 10:00 am. Please take note of the change in location. This meeting will be primarily to plan the next projects we will be active with, so come with your ideas and we will make our group plan. Every one is invited to come who would like to help on this committee.
February 13th is a Women’s Heart Awareness Luncheon at the Johnson Geo Centre. This is a benefit for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, offering a gourmet Heart Smart lunch, lively entertainment and a “heart to heart” talk by Cardiologist, Dr. Anne Williams. The cost is $60.00 / person and you may book with the association at753-8521 ext.22 or I will book a table for newcomers by calling Ann.
Naomi House Supper Club Schedule:
February 6th. Connie B., Margaret K.
February 20th. Pia, Kay
March 6th. Volunteers needed
Hi Tea
High Tea will be held in the home of Caroline T. out in St. Philip’s. Join us Wednesday, February 1st for coffee/tea at 1 p.m. We always have a nice chat and a cozy place to spend a nice afternoon. February 1st is approaching very soon, so give Caroline a call to let you know you are coming. All are welcome. Please bring along any new ladies so they may see how hospitable Newcomers can be. Contact Caroline directly as Peggy will be away for this meeting.
Out To Lunch
Out to lunch for February is at the new Boston Pizza at Aberdeen Ave. and Stavanger Dr. on Friday, February 10th at 12:00.
Reserve by the 8th. Call Millie.
Golf Gang
So far we’ve enjoyed a marvelous winter, so with anticipation of early spring, we will make use of the indoor driving range, formerly known as D’Angelo’s, during this month. Rob is still there, waiting for us to make his days a bit more cheerful. I know that most mornings are full for many of you, so we can meet at the driving range on Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. for an hour of hitting balls and then off to a coffee shop of our choice. Until then, stretch those muscles, strengthen those backs!!
Call Marie H. if you have questions about the Golf Gang.
Book Notes
Tuesday, February 14th @ 9:30am Andrea D's home
A Very Long Engagement by Sebastian Japrisot
Convener: Roberta
Our book this month was “Stones from the River” by Ursula Hegi. The story takes place in Germany beginning at the end of WW1 and spans about 35 years. It is a story about Trudi Montag, a zwerg (dwarf) and the small town she grows up in and her constant battle to fit in. The author succeeds in recreating on paper the currents and undercurrents of small town life with wonderful character development. Our group rated this book an 8 out of 10. Some comments were “I loved it”, “I liked it, but….”, “enjoyed it”. Good-bye to Mary Mulkern, the co-convener of the Book Notes.
Thank you to Peggy for calmly hosting the most dramatic book note meeting ever. The stories life writes are unparalleled. (remarks in italic added by the editor, P )
For links to the February book choice and to the author, please look for another Book notes post from February 17th below.
Winter Walkers
Convener: Peggy
Winter Walkers continues to be the best bang for your (two) bucks. Join us on Wednesday mornings at 9 a.m. for an hour or so of fitness walking, weights, and sit-ups. Make your body glow with newfound health this new year. Parking in the lot off Elizabeth or the Aquarena, both free! Just bring your runners and your twoney; simple as that! Call Peggy for details, but no RSVP needed!
Newcomers Tennis
Fridays, 9-11 a.m. Greenbelt Tennis Club 114 Newtown Road
Conveners: Sandi and Roberta
Please join us for some social tennis and a coffee at the Greenbelt Tennis Center. We are a very friendly group and welcome players of all levels. New Year's has come and gone, time to kick in some of those resolutions-get more active, try new things? Come along we can arrange lessons or a clinic. Even if you don't have equipment we can help with that as well. If interested please contact Robertaso I can add your name to the reminder email list and discuss the details.
Games Night
Games Night will be at Karen P's home in Paradise, Friday, February 24th, 7:00 p.m. Bring the beverage of your choice, snacks will be provided. Game is Hostess’ choice, and we always manage to have great fun, no matter what the game! Please call Peggy for details, and Karenfor RSVP and directions! Come one, come all! No experience necessary.
Bible Study
10 a.m., Tuesday, February 7th, 14th 21st, 28th
Convener: Marie H.
Study:
Bring along a Bible, notebook, and pen. We’re always hoping for new friends to join us.
Couples’ Activities
Convener: Andrea D.
Discover Whitehills
Sunday, February 12th
Get together with friends and enjoy the great outdoors. Whitehills offer downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Rentals and lesson are available so there are no excuses not to try something that may be new for you. The advantage of going with a crowd is that you should be able to find someone with the same level of experience. For this activity children are welcome as well as spouses. Contact Andrea D.
Get Together Crafts
Convener: Jaime
The Craft Group will start the New Year at a new location; the Sobeys at Merrymeeting Road will be the permanent location for the rest of the year. Our first meeting of the year was on January 5th, and we will continue to meet every Thursday morning from 9 – 12 am until June. We welcome everyone, take a craft or just come for a cup of coffee and a chat.
Film Group & Gardeners’ Forum
Please contact Basia for the film group, & Karen P. for the gardeners’ forum.
Friday Adventure Touring Group
Also known as the Walkie-Talkie-Munchie Group. This is not a Newcomers’ interest group, but open to anyone who wishes to take part. It is a wonderful way to get to know St. John’s and the surrounding areas. The group meets every Friday morning at 10 a.m. in the lobby of the Holiday Inn, Portugal Cove Road, next to the kiosk. Just show up and explore!
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