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NEW HORIZONS The official publication of
The Newcomers Club of Raleigh, Inc. www.newcomersclubraleigh.org
Message from the Co-Presidents March 2020
“Ask not what your club can do.......” guess that has already been said – very eloquently.
However it is that time of year when we start the process of determining who is going to play key roles in the Newcomers Club of Raleigh for 2020-2021. As you may have noted in the
February newsletter there are a number of opportunities for those who wish to keep the organization running smoothly into the future.
Generally speaking, fulfilling the responsibilities of these positions requires a few hours per MONTH. If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity that is fun and interesting, please step forward and join the Newcomers board. One more important point! In most recent history the organization has been run admirably by women! While we look forward to having ladies step into some of these positions, we need male support, too. Harry John and Richard Wilkinson will continue on the Board/Executive Committee next year so, men, don't feel like you will be the exception. We know that there are many talents within our group and wish that we knew about all the
skills and talents that each of our members possess. If you have a skill that you would like to share with the Newcomers, please send an email or give us a call. We truly enjoy talking with the members of the group. It is urgent that we find someone willing to take over the President's position! This fine organization cannot continue to exist without an individual willing to accept the
responsibilities of this role. If you have an interest in learning more about the responsibilities of the presidency, please let us know. With Spring on the horizon, we want to encourage our members to check out the WRAL-TV Azalea Gardens, 2619 Western Blvd. The sea of colors when the azaleas are in bloom can only be described as magnificent. The Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Rd, provides another
opportunity to see the beauty of nature with several different gardens to explore. Another favorite is the Rose Garden, 2703 Everett Ave. The best part is all are free and have parking lots. We hope you will take time to enjoy the wonders of our world. Our speaker for the month of March is Sharon Peterson, Wake County Long Range Planning Administrator. Learning about the growth and development in Raleigh and the projects and plans for the city should prove to be informative and interesting. Mark your calendars NOW for the coffee on March 6th.
Katherine and Richard Wilkinson [email protected] 608-444-6900
BUENOS DIAS
“ESTAS INVITADO..
You are invited …”
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Tuesday, April 21 to YOUR
Newcomers Club of Raleigh
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON
San Marcos Mexican Restaurant
11:30am socializing, 12:30pm lunch
5300 Homewood Banks Drive, behind Crabtree Mall
Fajita Buffet Lunch
steak, chicken and shrimp, all the trimmings
tea and coffee, dessert included. soft drinks and alcohol optional.
fortunate to have LARRY ZOLLER as speaker “Birds of Wake County”
Past President of Wake County Audubon Society $20 per person, check payable to Newcomers Club of Raleigh
mail to: Rene John, 5211 Dixon Drive, Raleigh NC 27609
name(s)……………………………………………… amount $………………………
phone………………………………… email address……………………………… special meal request…………………………………………………………………….
RSVP by April 10 gracias! Notes………………………………………………
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2020-2021 - Board of Directors
Executive Committee Standing Committee Co-Presidents: Co-Hospitality: Open & Open Open & Open Directory: Linda Brandon Vice President: Harry John Publicity: Elaine Peck Secretary: Elaine Wagner Newsletter Editor: Tammie Zemler Treasurer: Richard Reedman Newsletter Publisher: Katherine Wilkinson Membership: Susan Ragan Sharing & Caring: Phyllis Rosenbaum Parliamentarian: Richard Wilkinson Proofreaders: Phyllis Rosenbaum Database/Webmaster: Sue Levy Jinny Sweetman Programs: Rene John Coffee Co-Hostesses: Open & Open Interest Group Coordinator: Open
2019 – 2020 - Board of Directors Executive Committee Standing Committee Co-Presidents: Hospitality: Diane Glenn & Lianie Unterzuber Richard and Katherine Wilkinson Directory: Linda Brandon
Vice President: Harry John Publicity: Elaine Peck Secretary: Elaine Wagner Newsletter Editor: Tammie Zemler Treasurer: Richard Reedman Newsletter Publisher: Katherine Wilkinson Membership: Susan Ragan Sharing & Caring: Phyllis Rosenbaum Parliamentarian: Rusine Sinclair Proofreaders: Phyllis Rosenbaum
Database/Webmaster: Sue Levy Jinny Sweetman Programs: Rene John Coffee Hostess: Mary Coll Interest Group Coordinator: Bev Warren
Janet Orcutt
Board Meeting
Tuesday, March 3rd at 10:00am at the Harrington Grove Swim and Racquet Club, 12201 New Leesville Blvd, Raleigh NC 27613. Directions: Leesville Road exit off I-540. Head north on Leesville Road which becomes New Leesville Blvd. The Club building is on your left.
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NEW MEMBERS
Lucy & Mark Wicclair 121 Vandora Hills Pl. Garner, NC 27529 Lucy: 412-496-8982 Mark: 412-496-8981 [email protected] Moved from Pittsburgh, PA Emily Tynes & Ben Evans 10210 Sablewood Dr. #208 Raleigh, NC 27617
Emily: 202-809-1797 Home: 919-999-3198
Ben: 202-744-5269 [email protected] Moved from Washington, DC
Kathy & Geoff Pinkus 1904 Baronsmede Dr. Raleigh, NC 27615 Sub: Thorpshire Farm 847-431-2190 [email protected] [email protected] Moved from Barrington, IL Lamar Cason 1009 Wade Ave. Apt. 325
Raleigh, NC 27605 828-808-4961
[email protected] Moved from Asheville, NC
Caring and Sharing On behalf of our caring members, healing wishes have been sent to Jule White and Brian Reynell.
If you know of someone who needs a bit of sunshine, please contact Phyllis
Rosenbaum at [email protected] with news you have concerning our members - ~we care!
Monthly Coffee - for new and existing members - make some new friends Friday, March 6th at 10:00 am. Come help welcome prospective members to the Club and meet some members you might not already know. Coffees are held at the Harrington Grove Swim and Racquet Club, 12201 New Leesville Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27613. Our speaker for the month of March is Sharon Peterson, Wake
County Long Range Planning Administrator. Directions: Leesville Road exit off I-540. Head north on Leesville Road which becomes New Leesville Blvd. The Club building is on your left.
Following the meeting, members and guests are invited to join those going to lunch to continue socializing. Manchester's Grill, 9101 Leesville Rd, Raleigh NC 27613.
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Suzanne Lyons March 1
Chery Rousseau March 2
Jane Vrabel March 2
Allan Engel March 4
Shirley Olde March 6
Don Swink March 6
Bill Leppek March 9
Lillis Ward March 10
Mark Zemler March 13
Sandy August March 15
Mike Hemphill March 15
Elaine Wagner March 19
Barb Evans March 21
Soodi Kick March 21
Barbara Pildis March 22
Betty Thomas March 22
Jeffrey Sauerstrom March 23
Colon Terrell March 24
Bette Willett March 24
Kathy Pinkus March 25
Joan Addicks March 26
Tina Butler March 28
Elizabeth Sullivan March 28
Patrice Auspitz March 29
Jeff Schiller March 31
Jan Ulrich March 31
ADDITIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION
To join Newcomers, renew membership, or note a change of home/email address or phone, please contact Susan Ragan at 301-928-8510 or [email protected].
If you know of a Newcomer who needs some cheering up, sympathy and/or congratulations, please contact Phyllis Rosenbaum at 919-845-2138 or [email protected].
April 2020 Newsletter copy is due March 3rd. Please send pre-approved information for the newsletter, to
Newsletter Editor, Tammie Zemler at [email protected].
If you are having difficulty opening and/or receiving a hard or electronic copy of the monthly Newsletter, please contact Katherine Wilkinson at 608-577-5999 or kwilkinson1003@ gmail.com.
March Birthdays
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If you have questions about Newcomers website access, contact
Smartphone Users: To access the Member Directory on your smartphone, first you must login. Then press the search spyglass and enter Member Directory into the search window. The first result will say Member Direction in blue. Click on that and the next screen will say You can view the member directory here. Click on here to view the directory.
Interest Groups are the spirit of the
Newcomers Club. It is in the small-
group atmosphere that we connect and
build relationships. Please RSVP to
interest group chair or host by the
date requested. If you need to
cancel a reservation, please notify
your host as soon as possible as there
may be a waiting list of others who
would like to participate. For
groups that meet at members' homes,
please do not park on lawns or in
places that block mailboxes or trash
collection.
New Interest Groups Anyone interested in chairing any potential new groups and getting them off the ground should contact Janet Orcutt 808-255-1969
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CLUB ACTIVITIES
AT THE MOVIES Chairs: Anne Grunow 253-335-8062 Julie Helm 440-552-2772 [email protected] Join us on the 4th Thursday of the month for a movie, food and conversation.
Sign up for our distribution list and we'll make sure you receive an email a week in advance with the details of that month's movie. We'll select different types of films at a variety of locations throughout the year. We hope you'll plan on dinner and/or dessert afterwards to meet and mingle with other movie buffs.
Times will vary but we will aim for twilight shows (4:00 pm - 5:00 pm) See you at the movies!
When: Thursday, March 26th Email [email protected] to get on our distribution list.
BOOK CLUB
Chair: Jinny Sweetman 919-846-6334 or 919-208-6415(cell) [email protected] The March book we are discussing is about Churchill and Orwell: The Fight for
Freedom by Thomas Ricks. A comparison of similarities between the philosophies of
contemporaries Churchill and Orwell, as reflected in our current geopolitical world. When: Wednesday, March 18th - 1:00pm Where: At the home of Michele Shaw, 1000 Heritage Greens Drive, Wake Forest NC 27587 RSVP: by Monday March 16 to Michele, [email protected] or 919-761-5295
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Evening BRIDGE Chairs: Anita Timbrook [email protected] 330-690-7061
Sharon Lowery [email protected] 919-601-8129
If you enjoy playing a relaxed game of bridge and meeting new people, our group is just for you. Players of all skill levels are welcome for a casual evening of social bridge. We meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. Please contact Anita Timbrook at [email protected], if
you are interested in playing. When: Monday, March 9th – 7:00pm Where: At the home of Wilma and Jerry Krier, 3507 West Stone Dr., Wake Forest, 27587 919-569-5520
RSVP: Anita Timbrook, see phone # and email above. When: Monday, March 23rd – 7:00pm Where: At the home of Kathy Burke, 7763 Berry Crest Ave., Raleigh, 27617, 919-803-1207 RSVP: Anita Timbrook, see phone # and email above.
EUCHRE
Chair: Janice Cramer 919-556-6718 [email protected]
Euchre is an enjoyable card game and we will be glad to teach you how to
play. We play the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. We rotate monthly
games and we rotate throughout the evening, so you get to play with
everyone. Please bring a snack to share and anything special you wish to
drink. The hostess will provide soft drinks. RSVP IMMEDIATELY as space is limited.
When: Saturday, March 7th - 7:00 pm
Where: At the home of Anita & Doug Timbrook, 301 Deacon Ridge St, Wake Forest 27587
RSVP: By Wednesday, March 4 to Anita at [email protected] or 330-690-7061
When: Saturday, March 21st - 7:00 pm
Where: At the home of Deb & Jim Sinay, 4229 Fawn Lily Drive, Wake Forest NC 27587
RSVP: By Wednesday, March 18 to Deb at [email protected] or 312-237-1437.
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GAME NIGHT Chair: Arlene Thatcher 919-803-2178 [email protected]
The group likes to play a variety of games that involve the entire group and provide a lot of laughs. The group meets the 2nd Saturday of the month. The hosts will provide the soft drinks, coffee, tea. Guests bring a refreshment or dessert to share. When you RSVP it will
help the host to plan better if you indicate which one you plan to bring. When: Saturday March 14th – 7:00pm Where: At the home of Janice & Rich Cramer, 517 Belmont Circle, Wake Forest NC 27587 RSVP: By March 7 to Janice at 919-556-6718 or [email protected]
LUNCH BUNCH
Chair: Vicki DiMaggio Janet Orcutt
925-890-1658 808-255-1969 [email protected] [email protected]
Come join us and try out new restaurants with great fellowship. We meet the 2nd Friday of each month at various restaurants. When: Friday, March 13th - Noon
Where: Seasons 52, Crabtree Valley Mall 4325 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612 RSVP: By Tuesday, March 10, to Vicki or Janet at the above info
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MAH JONGG
Chairs: Barbara Burman 919-529-4608 [email protected]
Lori Sauerstrom 919-322-2993 [email protected]
Due to space limitations, Mah Jongg cannot accept new members at this time. But if you are
interested, please contact the Chairperson Barbara Burman at [email protected] or 919-
529-4608 to be put on a waitlist.
MEN'S BREAKFAST GROUP (RAMBOs)
Chair: Neal Auspitz 919-322-4865(h) [email protected] Rambo Breakfast meetings are the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. There is no agenda, just informal conversation and interesting company. No RSVP is needed. Just show up and join in. This group finds that there is a lot to talk about. When: Tuesday, March 3rd - 8:00am and Tuesday, March 17th - 8:00am
Where: Brigs Great Beginnings, 8111 Creedmoor Rd., Suite 169, Raleigh, NC 27613, phone 919-870-0994 New Attendees: RSVP Neal at above phone # or email.
MEN’S POKER
Chair: Jeff Sauerstrom 919-322-2993 [email protected]
The Friendly Poker group continues to meet at a member’s home on a rotating basis. The games are fun, stakes are low, and the interest continues to grow. The group meets the last Thursday
of the month.
When: Thursday, March 26th - 7:00 pm Where: Contact Jeff at [email protected] for details RSVP: By March 23 to Jeff using the contact information listed above
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NEW--MINNESOTA CANASTA Chair: Janet Orcutt 808-255-1969 [email protected]
This fast-paced game of Canasta requires more skill than regular Canasta. All who wish to join will be provided with a copy of the rules. Singles or couples are welcome. We’ll be glad to teach you! Plan ahead for the 3rd Friday of each month.
When: Friday, March 20th – 10:00am-12:30pm Where: At the home of Janet Orcutt, 3313 Stone Castle Ct., Raleigh, NC 27613 RSVP: by Tuesday, March 17 to Janet at info above.
NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB Chair: Richard Wilkinson 608-444-6900 [email protected] Book of the Month for March will be Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall.
When: Wednesday, March 11th - 1:30 pm Where: At the home of Michele and George Shaw, 1000 Heritage Greens Drive, Wake Forest,
NC 27587
RSVP: By Saturday, March 7 to Richard with your intentions of attending. If you have any questions or would like to join or attend a session of the Non-Fiction Book Club, please contact Richard Wilkinson - [email protected] or 608-444-6900.
PROGRESSIVE HAND & FOOT Chair: RaeAnn Thompson 919-278-7703 [email protected] This group is made up of seasoned players. If you’ve never played Progressive
Hand & Foot before, please contact RaeAnn regarding training. We meet the second Tuesday
of the month. Lunch service begins at 11am. If you aren't coming for lunch, be sure to let RaeAnn know you will be arriving to play at noon. You need to bring $3 to play. Play ends when
your table has completed 4 hands, but no later than 4:00 PM. Nice jeans and sneakers or athletic shoes are appropriate attire if you wish to dress more casually. When: Tuesday, March 10th - 11:00am Where: Wakefield Country Club, 2201 Wakefield Plantation Drive, Raleigh 27614 RSVP: By Friday, March 6 to RaeAnn at [email protected]
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RUBBER STAMPING
Chair: Molly Lusson 919-554-4639 [email protected]
Rubber Stamping is a hobby that is shared with others or enjoyed on your own. At our monthly get-togethers we share designs, materials and most of all – laughter. Luckily we all go home with a few handmade greeting cards. Come and enjoy with us. The group meets the 2nd Thursday of the month. RSVP early to accommodate space and material preparation.
Carpooling is always a good idea due to limited neighborhood parking. When: Thursday, March 12th - 1:00 pm Where: At the home of Gail Hunsicker, 1213 Monterey Bay Dr. Wake Forest NC 27587 RSVP: by Saturday March 7, Gail at [email protected] or 919-624-0339.
GPS may not find this address. Please call if you need directions. Limited to 14 people.
SAMBA
Chair: RaeAnn Thompson 919-278-7703 [email protected] Samba is a combination of Canasta, Hand & Foot and adds Sambas, which are
runs. If you need training, contact RaeAnn This card game takes a little more concentration
than Canasta or Progressive Hand & Foot. We meet the 4th Friday of the month. Lunch service begins at 11am If you aren't coming for lunch, be sure to let RaeAnn know you will be arriving to play at noon. You need to bring $3 to play. Play ends when your table has completed 4 hands, but no later than 4:30 PM. Nice jeans and sneakers or athletic shoes are appropriate attire if you wish to dress more casually. When: Friday, March 27th - 11:00am Where: Wakefield Country Club, 2201 Wakefield Plantation Drive, Raleigh 27614 RSVP: By Monday, March 23 to RaeAnn at [email protected]
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STITCH ‘N’ CHAT
Chair: Molly Lusson 919-554-4639 [email protected]
EVERYBODY has a little stitching project they just never get done because they can't seem to find the time to sit down and do it. No matter if it is simply mending or a large, lovely artistic wall hanging, you still must just get down to it. This group provides you the time and friends who offer encouragement and experience to help you with your project. We meet the 3rd Thursday of the month. When: Thursday, March 19th - 1:00 pm
Where: At the home of Ann Weeks, 8101 Harps Mill Rd, Raleigh NC 27615 RSVP: by Monday March 16 to Ann at [email protected] or text her at 919 -737-5376.
WINE TASTING
Chair: Katherine Wilkinson 608-577-5999 [email protected]
Cory at Taylor’s Wine Shop is busy exploring possibilities for the March Wine Tasting.
When: Saturday, March 28th - 6:30pm
Where: At the home of Barb and Dave Morel, 7740 Wilderness Road, Raleigh, NC 27613 RSVP: With a check for $18.00 per person made out to Katherine Wilkinson. Send the check to Katherine Wilkinson, 4401 Tealford Ct. #104, Raleigh NC 27612
Limit of 20 attendees based on check receipt.
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WORLD AFFAIRS DISCUSSION GROUP Chair: Michael Perks 984-202-5033 [email protected] We will meet bi-monthly with individuals who follow world affairs and who are interested in discussing world affair issues with other interested members. A discussion
leader would identify several articles (probably no more than three) from journals and newspapers that address a particular world affairs topic.
The March topic for discussion will focus on South America
When: Monday, March 9th – 1:30pm Where: At the home of Jim Kropp at 4017 John S. Raboteau Wynd, Raleigh NC 27612 RSVP: If interested, please contact Michael by phone or email.
Newcomers Club of Raleigh is grateful for the continued professional pro bono services of Richard M. Reedman as Treasurer.
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The Newcomers Club of Raleigh, Inc.
March 2020
The clipart in the calendar are some fun things the editor added to the
calendar. There are no specific NCoR events associated with these.
Spring is a great time to get out and see what is available in the area.
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 Mah Jongg 11:45am
3 Newsletter Deadline
RAMBOs
8:00am Board Mtg
10:00am
4 5 6 Monthly Coffee
10:00am Speaker
See pg 1
7 Euchre 7:00pm
8 9 Mah Jongg
11:45am World Affairs
1:30PM Evening
Bridge 7:00pm
10 Progressive
Hand & Foot 11:00am
11 Non-Fiction
Book Club 1:30pm
12 Rubber
Stamping 1:00pm
13 Lunch Bunch
12:00pm
14 Game Night
7:00pm
Raleigh Parade
10:00am
15
16 Mah Jongg 11:45am
17 RAMBOs 8:00am
18 Book Club 1:00pm
19 Stitch 'N' Chat 1:00pm
20 Minnesota Canasta
10:00am
21 Euchre 7:00pm
22 23 Mah Jongg
11:45am Evening
Bridge 7:00pm
24 25
MLB➔
Opening Day3/26
26 At the Movies
TBD Men's Poker
7:00pm
27 Samba
11:00am
28 Wine
Tasting 6:30pm
29 30 Mah Jongg 11:45am
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Newcomers Club of Raleigh, Inc.
P.O. Box 99056 Raleigh, NC 27624-9056
March 2020
