· 2020-04-22 · activities resume. stay safe and hope to see you soon. nancy foster, membership...
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There have been oh so many changes to our daily routines in the past month. The world is changing at warp speed, while simultaneously TIME seems to stand still. Learning to enjoy this new pace of life is challenging, and it can be a gift. It affords us time to be contemplative, to experiment with new things, or to simply enjoy the bird songs of our back yards. TNC activities will remain suspended until further notice. Mayor Bynam’s Director of Economic Development is scheduled to be our June luncheon speaker. By the Mayor’s guidance, it seems highly unlikely that he will allow public gatherings by that time. We continue to closely follow his advice as to when we can emerge from quarantine. Once it is truly safe, we will be together again. There are a few teasers included in this “Chatterbox Lite” version of our monthly newsletter to keep us focused on the future, knowing there are fun activities being planned! Stay home, stay safe, be well. Susan and Carrie
Message from the TNC Co—Presidents Susan Masino and Carrie Stuart-Grote
Possible Upcoming Event
TNC Progressive Dinner
Saturday, July 25th
We hope we can bring you a night of fun, friendship and
fabulous food without masks!
We are waiting for the all clear before details are released
The Inside Scoop: Page President’s Message 1
Upcoming Luncheons 2
Upcoming Social 4
Membership & Birthdays 5
TNC Calendar 6
Member’s Thoughts 7
Tulsa Newcomers Club Newsletter Chatterbox May 2020
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TNC Luncheon News
June - If this has to be cancelled we will rebook this speaker! Kian Kamas - Tulsa Chief Economic Development Kamas holds a Master of Science in Comparative Public Policy from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Oklahoma and is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute. As Chief of Economic Development, Kamas will be responsible for leading the city’s comprehensive economic development strategies aimed at adding jobs and growing the workforce. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Make sure to put the September luncheon on your calendar now!! September 10th TNC’s Annual Interest Group Luncheon We will be highlighting our interest groups and this will be the time to put a friendly face with the name of each of these groups. This is the BEST way to get to know other newcomers and we strongly endorse joining the one or two or three that sound interesting! This year we are not asking the interest groups to put together a basket. Instead, we will have fun ways to win special prizes donated by the club. You don’t want to miss!!
Hi All, Because of the current situation with the virus we are canceling the May luncheon. If restrictions are lifted for the summer months, the plan is to meet at 3 different locations other than the country clubs. The Bistro of Seville was our plan for June, again if the Mayor has lifted restrictions, the Gilcrease Museum in August, and maybe McNellie’s South in July when they start taking reservations again. I am looking forward to our future luncheons when we can safely gather together again. Stay healthy and safe. Janet Gingerich
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TNC First Ever Chili Fest! Saturday, October 3rd, 2020
Mark your calendar as this is an event you will not want to miss!!
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Show us your hot stuff at the 1st TNC Great Chili Cook-off. Calling all cooks and judges. We need you to make this a perfect event.
Please contact Jeanne(918) 704-7151 by phone or text or email her at
[email protected]) if you would like to participate.
Chili will be judged on the following: Color, Aroma, Consistency, Taste and After taste.
We will also have a popular vote! Cooks (that's the men too) will be allowed to show off by bringing a
delicious crock pot full of your best chili! Prizes will be awarded!
Beer and toppings will be supplied by TNC!! That’s right we said beer. If you prefer something different please byob.
We will also have a cookie-off!! Bake your best for all of us to try!
Prizes awarded!
Cost will be $20 per person
We will also be planning something for the summer if restrictions are lifted. Looks like we will have to go to the ball game another time.
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We Welcome New Members Address Change: Jo Ann Barker ~ 9301 S. 75th East Ave., Tulsa, OK. 74133 Joanne Potts ~ 3921 W. 105th Street South, Jenks, OK. 74037
156 Members
Strong
Membership News I have missed seeing all you at our social gatherings but keeping everyone safe during this health crisis is crucial so we can resume our activities soon. Due to the cancellation of activities, the 2020 Membership Directories have been distributed by the board through personal delivery or mail. If you have not received your directory, please let me know. You can purchase additional directories from me for $2.00. We do not currently have any new members but be ready to invite guests to our next luncheon when activities resume.
Stay safe and hope to see you soon. Nancy Foster, Membership Chair 918-633-8769
May Birthdays Debbie Buterbaugh 05/07 Sheryl Fritz 05/07 Ann Dietert 05/08 Joanne Potts 05/12 Jody Walsh 05/12 Linda Creager 05/16 Susan Masino 05/19 Nancy Sossin 05/19 Kathleen Sullivan 05/21 Martha Alford 05/26 Barbara Pixley 05/31
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Check out the TNC website a www.TulsaNewcomersClub.com
Questions? - Email Barbara at [email protected]
National Hamburger
Day
Herb Day
May Day
National Nurses
Day
National Tourism
Day
No Socks Day
Lost Sock Memorial
Day
Garden Mediation
Day
Bird Day
Cinco De Mayo
Leprechaun Day
Dance Like a Chicken
Day
National Chocolate
Chip Day
Love a Tree Day
What You Want to Eat Day
Limerick Day
Be a Millionaire
Day - now we all can go for
that
National Memo Day
Don’t Fry
Friday
Lucky Penny Day
Pack Rat Day
No Dirty
Dishes Day
Sun Screen
Day
National Escargot
Day
Memorial Day
Sally Ride Day
Plant a Vegetable Garden
Day
Learn About
Composting Day
Mint Julep Day
National Macaroon
Day
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Members Thoughts on Quarantine
Carrie Stuart– Grote , Co-President
Facebook Memes and humor have buoyed my spirits daily! There’s an adorable 13 year old schnauzer I discovered by the name of Pluto, and she’s my super heroine. She speaks through the helium induced squeaky voice of her owner, and is a guaranteed giggle. Check her out at “Pluto Living” on YouTube. There are maybe a dozen recordings and she’ll brighten your day.
Barbara Pittman, Social Media Chair
Soooo - when the shelter at home proclamation came out - Jeanne Russell and I are - ok - we can do this - just think of all the money we will save by not being able to go and claim our two favorite seats at The Redrock Canyon Grill bar! We will be rich! Not so much!!! All our money is going to Reasors and other grocery stores for food - and we actually have to cook! We’d rather be drinking our dollars away - lemon drop and chocolate martinis are much more fun than cooking!
Cindy Truby, Chatterbox Editor
This quarantine has taught me about ZOOM. It’s an app that allows you to video chat with many people at once. We had a birthday party for my daughter on it. Four families cooked the same dinner and we ate together via ZOOM and we were on for two hours ending with singing Happy Birthday. I’m so hooked on it we are now having virtual cornhole games with my daughter and her husband. And, yes the women are winning! For reading I would recommend “The Last Mrs. Parrish” by Liv Constantine. It’s light and easy to get through.
Susan Masino , Co-President Lynn Elliot , Brunch Chair
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Members Thoughts on Quarantine
Jeanne Russell, Evening Social Chair
Cherree and I have cooked recipes from all over the world! Most good with the exception of her Moroccan eggs! A little bit out there! We also went for a drive and saw Nothing Bundt Cakes had a tent up so we drove through and picked some up and left them on the doorsteps of a few friends! We talked in the driveway for a minute with each giving us new life . It was a great way to support our sponsor and play Easter bunny with a treat!
Janet Gingerich, Luncheon Chair
As awful as the virus pandemic is, I believe that something good comes from every situation. I have felt a sense of peace since the shutdown started. I believe that this is the pause that we needed to stop and reflect on our lives, blessings, etc. On a lighter note, my husband keeps bringing home more vegetables than I can go through. I now have 7 zucchini’s in my refrigerator. Needless to say, I will be making zucchini bread this afternoon. I hope everyone is safe and healthy. I am looking forward to a future TNC gathering.
Amy Tuggle, Book Club Interest Group Leader
I miss everyone so much! Especially our time together each month for book club. Just saying hello and checking in on everyone. Hope you are well and staying in – perhaps, reading some wonderful books.
My mom (Fran Cutshall) and I have put out a garden. She and my older daughter, Abby, are in charge of research and development (they are studying the Farmers’ Almanac). :) It’s going great, with one exception – we accidentally froze the cucumbers. Mother Nature wasn’t quite finished with the cold weather.
The girls are finishing their school year with Jenks doing distance learning (with only an “I’m bored!” muttered here and there). I’ve been working on crafts to go in our Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes. Lots of sewing and crocheting. And, we have three super cute foster kittens. So – if you know of anyone in the market for a furry friend, please let me know.
Lately, I’ve read the following: Behind the Beautiful Forevers, Hidden Figures, and Junkyard Planet. Currently reading: The Viral Storm (equal parts fascinating and frightening!) Looking forward to when we can get together again! Happy reading!
Kimberly Drymon, Split the Pot Chair
Ordering groceries on line for pick up, and I meant to order four limes. Instead, I ordered four bags! I guess we
will make limeade!!!
Elizabeth Aguirre, Board Advisor I don’t have any one particular story that stands out. Let’s just say that it’s been a very interesting time with my husband working from home. I have felt quite off-balance and besides my gardening that is saving me from the madness, my nightly “Quarantini” keeps me straight.......which on some nights I’ll have the 1st one at 3:00pm.
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Linda Straight , TNC Secretary A couple of weeks ago I went to the grocery to get toilet paper and a few items. With a limit of one (6 pack) of toilet paper, this customer had 4 packs in her cart. The clerk kindly told her to take all out but the limit – one. The customer hastily threw one back on the shelf and scurried down the aisle with 3 packs left in her cart. The grocery clerk ran after her and grabbed the 2 additional packs and said, “I told you one per person”. The customer said something unkind and went on her way. I took my one pack and hurried down the aisle. Suggestions for reading:
Dreamland Burning” by Jennifer Lantham. This historical novel brings the Tulsa race riot of 1921 to life and raises important questions about the difficult state of US race relations both yesterday and today. You will recognize places such as Greenwood area and Maplewood District.
“When We were Mermaids” by Barbara O’Neal, a moving tale of 2 sisters, an ocean of deceptions and a search for the truth. The book started out slow but once I got into it, I had a hard time putting it down.
Members Thoughts on Quarantine
Sandy Fraser, Interest Group Chair Don’t miss John Krasinsky’s Some Good News (on YouTube). It is a fabulous way to lift your spirits. I have also added the Marco Polo app to my app repertoire. It is just another fun way to communicate with the grandchildren. So fun! Check it out.
Nancy Foster , Membership Chair This time at home has made me realize just how far behind I am on projects (sewing, ancestry research, trying new recipes, cleaning closets, filing pics, etc). My husband found me in the closet at 3:00 am going through clothes and shoes for the Goodwill pile. LOL. My sleeping habits are pretty messed up as the clock doesn't mean much to me anymore since I no longer have places to go and people to see, but this time at home has allowed me to reach out by phone to friends and family who I normally just text once in a while. I have enjoyed talking to everyone and really catching up on their lives. In this day of technology we just don't reach out to others to have those great in depth conversations like we used to. My family has also downloaded the Houseparty app to have a little bit of game fun (I so miss Hand and Foot and Mah Jongg). Can't wait till we are all back together again. Stay safe and healthy.