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www.greenbaynewcomers.com September 2017 Volume 82 Issue 1 A community resource for residents. Bringing more enjoyment to life and helping you to find new friends.

serving and will officially be voted on at the Bunco Tournament/Annual Meeting, Saturday, October 7, 2017.

MEETING/BUNCO TOURNAMENT Saturday, October 7th, 2017 Cedar Lakes Party Room 4.30 pm I can't believe it is the 14th annual!

1 September 2017 Volume 82 Issue 1 A community resource for residents. Bringing more enjoyment to life and helping you to find new friends.. ******************************************************* ******************************************************* Nominations: Board Nominees for The following people have said "YES" to serving and will officially be voted on at the Bunco Tournament/Annual Meeting, Saturday, October 7, President - Vice President Secretary - Treasurer - Barb Beaver Cheryl Phral Nancy Salzman Beva Galhje ******************************************************* NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS 14TH ANNUAL MEETING/BUNCO TOURNAMENT Saturday, October 7th, 2017 Cedar Lakes Party Room 4.30 pm I can't believe it is the 14th annual! It is so nice for us all to get together and this seems to be the best way to do it. As in the past, the club will supply food, soft drinks, water and coffee. It's okay to bring your own "adult" beverage. We'll have a short business meeting (election of officers). And of course, should you want to donate a prize, please let us know. NOTE: This is happening 3 weeks later than usual. To reserve your spot, please send $10 to Linda or Stu by Oct 1st. Any questions, or llhoar@hotmail.com Stu and Linda Hoar Welcome! NEXT Board Meeting Date: Tues., Oct 3rd Village Grille 8001 Hoffman Rd. Green Bay, Time: 4:00 PM Everyone is welcome to attend board meetings RSVP: Cheryl Prahl cprahl5834@yahoo.com WALK A MILE 2017 October 19th Hagemeister Park 325 N. Washington St. Green Bay Doors open at 5pm and Walk starts at 6pm Men wear high heels and women wear comfy shoes on this one-mile walk to support victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. All proceeds benefit the Golden House and Sexual Assault Center of Family Services. Registration $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Board Members 2015-2016 President... Barb Beaver Phone: 983-6573 E-mail: bjbeaver@gmail.com Vice President....Cheryl Prahl Phone: 497-7682 E-mail: cprahl5834@yahoo.com Secretary.

2 Board Members President... Barb Beaver Phone: Vice President....Cheryl Prahl Phone: Secretary... Nancy Salzman Phone: Treasurer...Beva Galhje Phone: Activity Director.Open Phone: Newsletter Editor.. Judy Niesing Phone: First Friends.Cheryl Prahl Phone: Publicity... Open Phone Membership....Sue Ross Phone: Adviser..Joleen Allard Green Bay Area Newcomers & Neighbors Joleen Allard Phone: This newsletter is intended for prospective members and members reference only. It is not to be used for the purpose of internal or external solicitation. Neville Public Museum, 210 Museum Place, DINNER and PROGRAM 5:00pm Diner; 6:00pm program Sept 21st: The History of Broadcasting in Green Bay Radio and Television. Presenter Tom Kiedinger will share the history of radio and television broadcasting in Green Bay. From a radio station at St. Norbert College to the beautiful WBAY building, this presentation will highlight stories and photos of early programming and personalities. October 26th: Good Night Ladies Ladies and Gentleman, there will be dancing, pantomime s and historic costumes. Etiquette from days gone by, and fashion, hoops to hobble skirts is the theme of Good Night Ladies. Karen Cowan, Carol Jones and Vivian Tomlinson will unveil the age-old secrets of feminine mystique. Sure to be entertaining and delightful. November 9th: Nuts and Bolts of Neon Join collector and artisan Jed Schleisner for an electrifying look at the art and science behind the iconic signs featured in the exhibit Neon: Darkness Electrified. Jed will provide an exciting evening full of plasma demonstrations and stories of how he restores and collects vintage signs ************************************************************* Green Bay Botanical Garden 2600 Larsen Road, Green Bay Sept 9th: 9 to 4pm Fall Family Art Festival. Celebrate with us as the Gardens commemorates the anniversary of the opening of our doors to the community. Sept 9th: 6pm to 9pm Bistros & Bonfires Sept 10th: 9 to 6pm Grandparent s Day

Stitch & Chat Contact: Diane Schultz (920)764-1073 Contact: Nancy McGrew, (920) 983-0859 We meet from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month. We meet at 1:00 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month.

Won't you join us for a fun time of easy chatter while you work on a project that you have been meaning to get to? Along with the chatter, we stop talking long enough to munch on delicious snacks.

3 Stitch & Chat Contact: Diane Schultz (920) Contact: Nancy McGrew, (920) We meet from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month. We meet at 1:00 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month. Anyone who is a member or prospective member of the Newcomers Club and loves reading is welcome to attend! IT IS IMPORTANT TO RSVP TO THE HOSTESS! Won't you join us for a fun time of easy chatter while you work on a project that you have been meaning to get to? Along with the chatter, we stop talking long enough to munch on delicious snacks. Thursday, September 14th Hostess: Diane Schultz 2819 Doe Trail., Green Bay RSVP to Monday, September 25th, 2017 Book: Miss Hazel and the Rosa Park League By: Jonathan Odell Reviewer: Barb Whitford Hostess: Julie Rosenau 1416 Wolverine Tr. New Franken RSVP Thursday, October 12th Hostess: TBA Monday, October 23rd, 2017 Book: The Reunion of Ghosts By: Judith Claire Mitchell Reviewer: Maesy Freeborg Hostess: Rae Marie Gibson 1550 Mallard Rd, Wrightstown RSVP HAND AND FOOT CARD GAME Evening Contact: Beva Gathje, (571) b_gathje@hotmail.com We meet on the 4th Saturday of the month at 6:00pm. If you don t know how to play we will teach you. This is an easy and fun game to learn and play. If interested please call Beva. Monday, November 27th, 2017 Book: Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy By: Karen Abbott Reviewer: Rae Marie Gibson Hostess: Nancy McGrew 1706 Remington Ridge Way De Pere RSVP Daytime Contact: Julie Kozak, (920) free4ever@new.rr.com We meet the third Friday of the month at 12:00 PM for the day group. The hostess will contact the players for confirmation and directions. Anyone unable to play contact hostess. -3-

September MEMBERSHIPS DUE September Birthdays Please send a Check for $25 made out to Newcomers Send To: Sue Ross, 821 Ash Street Green Bay, WI 54313 Paul McGuire Laurie

East Shore Drive, 920-391-3671 Green Bay, WI Thursday, Sept 7th; Plant Blitz, 10am to 1pm Help save wildlife habitat and the beauty of the Wildlife Sanctuary.

Wednesday: Sept 6, 13, 20 & 27; Trail Fitness Walk 12 to 12:45pm. Walk for fitness led by a Naturalist on Sanctuary trail system.

4 September MEMBERSHIPS DUE September Birthdays Please send a Check for $25 made out to Newcomers Send To: Sue Ross, 821 Ash Street Green Bay, WI Paul McGuire Laurie Barcome Jim Hanson Doug Charles Deb Brahm Cindy Fiala Maggie & Bob Fisher Linda Kananaen Nancy Morstad Ron & Janice Widell Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary 1660 East Shore Drive, Green Bay, WI Thursday, Sept 7th; Plant Blitz, 10am to 1pm Help save wildlife habitat and the beauty of the Wildlife Sanctuary. Tasks are dependent on the season. Bring your own gloves and pruners. Please RSVP to Kate at kateha@greenbaywi.gov. Wednesday: Sept 6, 13, 20 & 27; Trail Fitness Walk 12 to 12:45pm. Walk for fitness led by a Naturalist on Sanctuary trail system. We will walk for approximately 45 minutes at a brisk pace. Some uneven terrain, not paved. Please call (920) for a reservation. Wednesday, Sept 6, & Saturday, Sept 9,Bird Walk, 7:00 am. Meet in the par king lot near Dir ector s residence. Finish time is flexible. -4-

BUNCO BRIDGE GROUP Contact: Linda Hoar, (920) 866-3971 llhoar@hotmail.com Just a reminder to our regular players: If you can t make it to bunco, please attempt to find a sub.

th A Team 4 Tuesdays Sept 26th Judy Sarasin Oct 24th Ginny Hanson Dec 5th Joan Remmel 6:00pm 920-336-4125 715-216-4827 920-592-0823 Contact: Carol Wingrove, 920) 432-1724 Games will be played at:

5 BUNCO BRIDGE GROUP Contact: Linda Hoar, (920) Just a reminder to our regular players: If you can t make it to bunco, please attempt to find a sub. If you would like an updated Bunco Buddies list, either call or . The hostess will appreciate you lettering her know who is playing. th A Team 4 Tuesdays Sept 26th Judy Sarasin Oct 24th Ginny Hanson Dec 5th Joan Remmel 6:00pm Contact: Carol Wingrove, 920) Games will be played at: Carol Wingrove's Clubhouse 137 Webster Heights Drive As always, play begins at 1PM on the first Wednesday of each month. Mark your calendars for: Sept. 6th, Oct. 4th, Nov. 1st Cheryl Prahl cprahl5834@yahoo.com Daytime Bunco 1st Tuesday 12:00 Noon Sept 5th Sharon Fischer Oct 3rd Linda Kananen Nov 7th Marsha Schroeder &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& Dealer s Choice Membership Directory HELP!!!!! Contact: Betty DeGrave, robedegrave@centurytel.net We meet at 6:00 PM on the second Saturday of the month. The host picks a game that can be learned quickly. PLAYERS BRING A SNACK TO SHARE AND THEIR OWN BEVERAGES. This is an evening of much fun and laughter. Please call the host to RSVP and for directions by the Wednesday before. Single people are welcome. Sept 9th Jim and Ginny Hanson 1175 Herne Bay Way Green Bay As you may or may not know, I am in charge of keeping our membership directory and mailing labels current, however, I need your help. Let me know any changes, including cell phone numbers you may like to the directory. If you would like to have the newsletter mailed to your winter quarters, please send me the address and dates. Last but not least, let me know if you would like a copy of the directory. Linda Hoar Oct 14th Mark and Beva Gathje llhoar@hotmail.com Nov 11th Jim and Jean Smithback -5-

Dining Out Luncheon Contact: Joan Grant, (920) 469-9615 We meet at 11:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of the month.

Green Bay 468-1685 RSVP: Cheryl Prahl Oct 10th Hagemeister Park 325 N. Washington St. Green Bay 884-9909 Nov 14th Sammy s Pizza 2161 Oneida St.

com We meet at 9:30 a.m. on the last Thursday of the month. Please join us for coffee and camaraderie as we discover coffeehouses and restaurants throughout Green Bay.

Dining out meets at a different local restaurant each month on the 3rd Saturday, usually at 6:00 PM unless otherwise indicated.

6 Dining Out Luncheon Contact: Joan Grant, (920) We meet at 11:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of the month. Please call joan a week prior for reservations and Cancel if you can not attend. Sept 12th Z Harvest 2475 University Ave. Green Bay RSVP: Cheryl Prahl Oct 10th Hagemeister Park 325 N. Washington St. Green Bay Nov 14th Sammy s Pizza 2161 Oneida St. Green Bay Coffee Dining Out Evening Contact: Fran Kerkman, (920) Contact: Judy Sarasin, artsatjs@gmail.com fkerkman123@gmail.com We meet at 9:30 a.m. on the last Thursday of the month. Please join us for coffee and camaraderie as we discover coffeehouses and restaurants throughout Green Bay. This is a fun, friendly way to meet Newcomers. Please call me if you plan to attend. Come join the fun! Dining out meets at a different local restaurant each month on the 3rd Saturday, usually at 6:00 PM unless otherwise indicated. Please call Judy to indicate your interest by the Wednesday before. Saturday, Sept 16th Hotel Seymour 210 S. Main St. Seymour Sept 28th Nicolet Restaurant 525 Reid St. De Pere Oct 26th Perkins East 2306 East Mason St. Green Bay Saturday, Oct 21st Safari Steakhouse 897 Riverdale Dr. Hobart MEN please join us! Saturday, Nov 18th El Azteca 2469 West Mason St., Green Bay

September 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Choice 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Dining Out - Lunch Stitch & Chat

23 Hand and Foot Evening 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Book Review

7 September 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Daytime Bunco Bridge Dealer s Choice Dining Out - Lunch Stitch & Chat Hand and Foot Daytime Dining Out - Evening Hand and Foot Evening Book Review Bunco A Coffee Please read the newsletter for other events and activities

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