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Volume 37, Issue 8

April 2017

WoW presents our “Spring Fashion Show” from Dillard’s on April 20th at The Woodlands Country Club Palmer Clubhouse.

Betty Chandler will di-rect and emcee beau-tiful WoW models as they walk the runway wearing the newest fashions from Dillard’s!

This will be an exciting event and

we encourage you to bring friends and sign up early! We will have a special raffle at the luncheon for everyone who registers by April 1st!

Please use the spe-cial reservation form on page 2 or register online using Square Marketplace.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

President’s Letter 2 Board Members 2Calendar 3 Activities 4-7Pictures 8-9Getting to Know You 10Directory Updates 11Membership Form 11Luncheon Form 2, 12

ThursdayApril 20

11:00 a.m. - Social11:30 a.m. - Fashion

Show12:00 - Lunch

The Woodlands Country Club Palmer Clubhouse100 Grand Fairway

77381Mark Your Calendar!

LUNCHEON DATES 2016-2017

April 20, 2017*

May 18, 2017

*Spring Fashion Show at The Woodlands Country Club

WoW April Special Event - MFAH Rienzi House

April 5th

The Spring Special Event takes us into the River Oaks area of Houston for a docent led tour of the Rienzi House. The home is filled with European decorative arts from the 18th-19th century. It sits on four acres and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.

We will meet in The Woodlands and carpool to the area, where we will first eat lunch at Backstreet Café and from there head over to the Rienzi for our 1:00 p.m. tour. The tour will last an hour and then we will have the opportunity to tour the gardens at our leisure before heading back to The Woodlands. Lunch cost will be on your own, and the cost of the tour is $4.00 and must to be paid in advance.

Email Registration is required. Please RSVP to Kimberly Smouse [email protected] or 281-796-8749. Details will be emailed prior to the event for those that have registered. Friends are welcome to this event.

Payment can either be exact cash only before arrival at the museum or mailed to: Kimberly Smouse 41 N Pentenwell Circle The Woodlands, TX 77382

April Luncheon - Spring Fashion Show

The Newcomers Club of The Woodlands / WoW

President: Caroline Somerville 936-788-3110 [email protected]

Vice President: Deborah Bobb 281-799-8383 [email protected]

Treasurer: Helen Baker 409-466-2552 [email protected]

Secretary: Judy Broussard 903-920-1673 [email protected]

Board of Directors

Directory Editor: Ro Huthwaite 832-257-7499 [email protected]

Historian: Paula Howard 925-451-1603 [email protected]

Luncheon Coordinator: Jan Allen 832-653-1246 [email protected]

Membership: Kristi Regan 203-512-1652 [email protected]

Newsletter Editor: Michele Strickland 256-230-5288 [email protected]

Parliamentarian: Patty Dempsey 832-696-3002 [email protected]

Programs: Judy Cynor 410-299-0760 [email protected]

Publicity: Diane Finn 910-603-4855 [email protected]

Special Events: Kimberly Smouse 281-796-8749 [email protected]

2016-2017

Executive Committee

Letter from our President

Well it looks like Spring is here to stay—hopefully for a very long time!

I love the Spring green of the new leaves that seem to suddenly cover tree branches. And then there are all the bright colored Spring flowers dancing in the breezes. The birds are busy with their excited chatter

and songs. It seems like such a happy, busy time of year for nature!

We too, in WoW, have lots coming up to keep us busy and to enjoy and to celebrate:

Make your April 20th Fashion Show luncheon reservation now so you won’t miss the fun! If you pay by by April 1st you’ll be entered in a drawing

for a nice prize from Dilliards.

Plan to attend our Special Event April 5 for lunch and the Rienzi House Tour. It’s so much fun to carpool to Houston and tour with friends!

Save the Date for a couples and singles Happy Hour Celebration Sunday May 21 at Churrasco’s on the Waterway, 4-6 PM.

Please thank your Activity Chairs for organizing the groups you’ve at-tended this year. If they are stepping down & need a replacement, definitely consider chairing or co-chairing next year. We only have groups that have a chairperson .

Caroline Somerville2016-2017 President

April Luncheon and Fashion ShowReservation Form and Raffle Entry

*CHECK IN 11 AM *FASHION SHOW 11:30 AM *LUNCH NOON

Please return by April 1 to be entered in the drawing

NAME:______________________________________________________

PHONE NUMBER:________________________ GUEST(S)? Y or N

GUEST NAME(S):______________________________________________

No. of reservations _____ @ $30 each =_______ Check No. ___________

Mail to:

The Newcomers Club of The Woodlands ATTN: Luncheon P.O. Box 132664 The Woodlands, TX 77393-2664

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April 2017Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1SNLMexican Train (PM)

1st Saturday Euchre - Bower Power (PM)

2 3Waterway Walkers

Euchrettes

4Easy Riders

Shanghai

5*Waterway Walkers*Coffee, Tea & Read*Mah Jongg*Delish Diners

Special EventRienzi Tour

6

Continental Breakfast

Stitch In Time

7WaterwayWalkers

Casual Bridge

Quilting

8

9Dining In(PM)

10*Waterway Walkers*Friendly Bridge*SoulfulJournaling*Golf*Rummikub

11Easy Riders

BUNCO (PM)

CINE (PM)

12Waterway Walkers

Mah Jongg

13

Hand and Foot

Stitch in Time

14WaterwayWalkers

Casual Bridge

15Saturday Night Euchre (PM)

16

Dining Out(PM)

17Waterway Walkers

Bunco

Shanghai

18 Easy Riders

Social Scrabble

19Waterway Walkers

Mah Jongg

20

April Luncheon

The Woodlands

Country Club

Stitch In Time

21WaterwayWalkers

Casual Bridge

Quilting

Wind Down(PM)

22Mexican Train (PM)

23

24Waterway Walkers

Golf

Soulful Journaling

25 Easy Riders

Garden Gals

Shanghai Nights (PM)

26Waterway Walkers

Mah Jongg

Canasta

Ethnic Eats

27Cancellation Hearts

Chick Flicks

Stitch In Time

Luv-In Spoonful

28Waterway Walkers

Casual Bridge

29

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ActivitiesBunco

Donna [email protected]

Third Monday, 10:00 a.m.Bunco is a dice game with a simple set of rules. We meet in member’s homes at 10:00 a.m. for socializing. Play begins at 10:30 a.m. We are meeting at the home of Carol Grover, 10 Latticeleaf Pl, 951-526-3947, on April 17. If you are unable to attend, please find a sub and let Carol know who will be attending in your place.

Bunco Ro [email protected]

** Evening Activity ** Second Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.This is a dice game that is easy to learn. We meet in member’s homes. If you are unable to attend, you must find a sub and let your hostess know who will be attending in your place. We welcome your interest in our group.

CanastaJane [email protected] [email protected]

Fourth Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Canasta is a form of rummy using two full decks where partnerships try to meld groups of 3 or more cards of the same rank and score bonuses for a 7 card meld. We meet at Macaroni Grill each month.

Cancellation HeartsJudy [email protected] [email protected]

*New Day* Fourth Thursday, 10:00 a.m.

Cancellation Hearts is a variation of Hearts with some interesting twists that make for an easy, hilarious and unpredictable game. A table has 5 to 10 play-ers and there are no partners. We will meet at Another Broken Egg at 10:00 am. Hope to see you there!

Casual Bridge

Leah [email protected]

Every Friday, 12:15 - 3:30 p.m.

All levels of bridge players are welcome including “rusty” players. We meet ev-ery Friday in a member’s home. You play as often as you want. Each member will take her turn hosting only as many players as she can accommodate.

Chick FlicksJoy [email protected] [email protected]

Last Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.Chick Flicks meets on the last Thursday of the month and includes either brunch before the movie or lunch afterward. Members are given choices of movies to see with similar start times whenever possible for flexibility. We take requests! Look for an email 2 weeks before the Chick Flicks date.

CINEMarta [email protected]

** Evening Activity ** Second Tuesday, 5:45 p.m.

Let’s go to the movies! We meet for appetizers at a restaurant near the theater followed by the movie. Members vote on the movie and are notified of the selection and location one week prior to the meeting date. Couples or Singles are welcome!

Coffee, Tea & Read Susan [email protected]

First Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.We gather in member’s homes and socialize for 30 minutes before discussing our chosen book. April’s book is The Speed of Dark by Elizabeth Moon. May’s selection is The Sound of Gravel by Ruth Wariner. Please contact Susan Olver for more information.

Continental Breakfast Patti [email protected] [email protected]

** Drop In Activity ** First Thursday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Continental Breakfast is a drop-in event the first Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. This is a great opportunity for new and current members to get acquainted while enjoying coffee and a light breakfast together.

Delish DinersPat [email protected] Ann [email protected]

First Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.

This group will meet for lunch at a member’s home each month. The hostess and co-hostesses will prepare a meal and participation can vary depending upon the hostess’ accommodations. It is necessary that all who participate be a hostess or co-hostess. Does not meet in September or January.

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Dining InCarol [email protected]

** Evening Activity ** Second Sunday, 6 p.m.

A potluck with a twist! A monthly potluck hosted by a different member each month. The hostess lets you know how many she canaccommodate, so the sooner you let her know that you want to attend, the better your chances. Couples and Singles are welcome!

Dining OutMary [email protected]

** Evening Activity ** Third Sunday, 6 p.m.

We meet at a different restaurant each month for good food and good company. Come with or without a spouse! Details are emailed each month. Monthly emails contains the name and address of the restaurant and the date. Couples and Singles are welcome!

Easy RidersBeth [email protected]

Every Tuesday, Meet at 8:45 a.m., Ride at 9:00 a.m.We bike The Woodlands pathways for about 10 miles after meeting at the bike racks in Panther Creek, outside Los Cucos. Wear a helmet and bring a water bottle. We’ll take a break at a local eatery or coffee place before heading home. Contact Beth to receive the weekly eTrail Mail with updates, ride and coffee information.

Ethnic EatsMichele [email protected] [email protected]

Fourth Wednesday, 11 a.m.Let’s eat! We will have lunch at a wide variety of ethnic restaurants in and around The Woodlands. Each month we will email you the name and address of that month’s restaurant. Occasionally, a restaurant will have lim-ited seating so that month we may have to take the first ones that reply.

EuchrettesJanet [email protected]

Lisa Murray651-238-9229

First Monday, 11:30 a.m.

Euchre is a popular and easy-to-learn card game. Join us at Spring Creek Barbeque located in front of Home Depot on I45 near Research Forest. We meet at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and play cards at noon.

Friendly Bridge

Barbara [email protected] [email protected]

Second Monday, 10 a.m. at Pappadeaux

We have players at all levels, with a goal of meeting new people and having fun! We meet at Pappadeaux and begin play at 10:30 a.m. Come at 10 a.m. for some pre-game socializing. We break for lunch and then play until 2:00 p.m. A call-to-play email is sent the previous Monday, followed by a confirmation email on Friday.

Garden Gals Carol [email protected] [email protected]

Fourth Tuesday, 8:30 a.m.Whether you are a beginner, expert or somewhere in between, come and join us! Garden Gals meets each month (except November and December). We go on a garden related field trip or have a guest speaker, followed by lunch nearby. Our culminating event in May is a tour of members’ gardens and a potluck luncheon. We’ll email you with details each month. Green thumb not required!

GolfPam St. [email protected] [email protected]

Second & Fourth Monday

We are a fun group of ladies with varying skill levels who like to get togeth-er twice a month for a friendly round of golf, often followed by lunch. We play year round, weather permitting. Everyone is welcome! We hope to see you on the green!

Activities


Hand & FootDiane [email protected]

Second Thursday, 10:45 a.m.Hand and Food is a card game related to canasta where each player is dealt two sets of cards, using one as a “hand” and the other as a “foot”. The game has 4 players per table and is played as a partnership. We will meet at Macaroni Grill. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Please be there at 10:45 a.m. to order lunch. Play starts promptly at 11 a.m.

Luv-In SpoonfulMary [email protected]

Sara [email protected]

Fourth Thursday, 11:30 a.m.

Soup’s on! Heartwarming and satisifying, soup is comfort food at its best. We meet in a member’s home. The hostess prepares the main course (soup, gumbo, chowder, chili, bisque, stew). Co-hostesses provide the sides. Attendees must agree to either host or co-host an upcoming lunch.

Mah Jongg - AmericanCindy Schreiber (1st & 3rd)[email protected]

Cindy MacLeod (2nd & 4th)[email protected]

First & Third Wednesday, 1:30-4:30 p.m.Second & Fourth Wednesday, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Mah Jongg is a game of skill, strategy, and a certain degree of luck using Chinese tiles. It is both offensive and defensive! Experienced and new players are invited - training is available. We meet in member’s homes and provide water and small table snack.

QuiltingLisa [email protected]

First & Third Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.If you quilt or ever wanted to learn, come join the quilt group. We’ll meet at a member’s home and learn the basics of piecing and quilting. If you are an experience quilter, come share your knowledge. Contact Lisa for more details.

Rummikub Sherrie [email protected]

Second Monday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Rummikub is a tile game where individual players use strategy to create sets and runs of numbers with the goal of emptying their rack before any-one else. We meet at Another Broken Egg on I-45 and Research Forest.

Please Note - You may sign up for ei-ther the Monday or the Tuesday group but not both so all members have the opportunity to play.

Shanghai - MondayDunneah Ogletree281-825-1015Lisa Dinnin214-673-4794Marci Kylander412-608-2009

Third Monday, 10:45 a.m.

Shanghai is an easy card game to learn and is fun to play. We meet at LaTrattoria Tuscano on Research Drive and Technology Forest. Play starts promptly at 11 a.m. so come earlier for some pre-game socializing. Training is available.

[email protected]

Shanghai - TuesdayEllen Waters281-651-2927

Penny Bradley919-523-8178

First Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.

Shanghai is an easy card game to learn and is fun to play. We meet at LaTrattoria Tuscano on Research Drive and Technology Forest. Play starts promptly at 11 a.m. so come earlier for some pre-game socializing. Training is available.

[email protected]

Social Scrabble

Ro [email protected]

Third Tuesday, 9:45 a.m.We meet at Another Broken Egg for a fun day of socializing, lunch, and Scrabble. Play starts at 10 a.m. and continues to 12:30 p.m. for those who want to get to another activity, or stay and play till 2 p.m. Veteran players are happy to show new players the ropes in this always interesting game. We are a friendly group. Mensa membership is not required to play!

Stitch in Time

Lee [email protected]

Every Thursday, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Are you interested in needlework, needlepoint, embroidery, knitting, cro-chet or any small stitching project? Then put your project in a bag and bring it to Stitch in Time! Get out all your new or unfinished projects and start stitching! Our group is designed as a workroom format, and hosting is not a requirement. Location of meeting is e-mailed each week. We are making beautiful tings together and sharing tips and ideas. Please join us.

Activities

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Soulful Journaling

Barbara [email protected]

Second and Fourth Monday, 10:30 am - noon

Beginners and long term journalists learn the art of journaling in this 8 week structured activity. If you are interested in joining the next group, watch for sign ups this Spring or contact Barbara.

Waterway WalkersCatherine [email protected]

** Drop In Activity **Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9am

We walk outdoors on The Waterway. Meet in the parking lot of the South Regional Library on Lake Robbins Drive at 9:00 am. Email Catherine Bonito if you plan to join us for a walk.

Wind Down Ann Cassidy281-789-7418 Helen Baker409-466-2552 Lynne [email protected]

** Evening Activity ** Third Friday, 7 - 10 p.m.A fun evening of social mingling while sharing food and drinks with old friends and making new friends. We meet at a different mem-ber’s home each month. Cost is $10 per person and one hearty appetizer for sharing. Wine, soda and beer are provided. Details are emailed each month. Want to join the fun? Couples and Singles are welcome!

Couples Activities

Mexican Train

Mexican Train is played with dominoes and is a fun and easy game to learn. These groups meet in member’s homes. Everyone brings an appetizer while the host provides the dessert. Training is available.

SNL Mexican Train First Saturday, 6:30 p.m.Carol Patterson Debbie [email protected] [email protected] 301-514-3988

4th Sat Mexican Train Fourth Saturday, 6:30 p.m.Linda [email protected] [email protected]

Euchre - Bower PowerHolly [email protected]

First Saturday, 6:30 p.m. Come join the fun in this lively couples group. Euchre is a fast-paced game that is easy to learn and fun to play. We meet at member’s homes at 6:30 pm and bring an appetizer to share and a beverage of choice.

Saturday Night Euchre

Joy [email protected]

Third Saturday, 6:30 p.m.

Euchre is a fun and easy-to-learn card game! We meet each month at a different member’s home. Game night kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with appetizers and socializing. Play begins at 7 p.m. and the eve-ning wraps up around 10:30 p.m.

Shanghai NightsCaroline Somerville [email protected] Stavar [email protected] Reinisch [email protected]

Last Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.Shanghai is a rummy-type game (individual play, no partnership) that is easy to learn and fun to play. Spouses are optional! Single players will find a warm welcome. We meet at Macaroni Grill. Play starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Come early to socialize and place your dinner order. Training is available. Couples and singles are wel-come!

Activities


WoW March Fun! Want to see more pictures? Check out our Facebook page!

WoW March Luncheon with The McTeggart Dancers

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February Delish Diners

February Luv-In Spoonful

Easy Riders San Antonio Missions Trip


A Look Ahead ...

Let’s Do Lunch and Shop Check your inbox for the next exciting adventure outside The Woodlands! Not on the email list? Contact Nancy Landrum at [email protected].

May Luncheon Join us at the final luncheon of the year on May 18 and Landry’s Seafood Restaurant. Our guest will be Cameron Klepac, Assistant Director of Public Relations and Education at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. She will discuss this year’s concert lineup and volunteer opportunities at the Pavilion! The 2017-2018 WoW Board of Directors will also be inducted.

May Happy Hour Mark your calendars for our final Happy Hour - Sunday May 21st 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Churrasco’s on The Waterway. Couples and single are welcome!

Getting to Know You...Diane FinnDiane was born in Muncie, Indiana. She attended Marymount College in Boca Raton, Flori-

da where she met her husband, Andy. They have lived all over the United States from Orlando, FL to Washington, D.C. to Las Vegas, NV and several points in between. Diane moved to The Woodlands four years ago from Park City, Utah. They have four children, their two oldest, John and Sarah, live in Chicago. Katelyn lives in Maui, HI, where she will be married this June. Their youngest son, Ryan, is a senior at College Park H.S. They have three grandchildren in Illinois, who they love to visit. Diane has a need to be creative in her spare time. When she lived in North Carolina she owned

a business where she repurposed everything from furniture to lamps to just about anything with good bones. She is currently using her creativity as WoW’s Publicity Chair! “I have loved every minute of being in the Newcomers club of The Woodlands. The friendships that I am developing are very special to me.”

Luisa MejiaLuisa is originally from Colombia, but grew up in Europe where her father, who is a writer

and diplomat, brought their family when she was a teenager. She returned to Colombia to study law and met and her husband while living in the Ca-ribbean city of Cartagena. Her husband’s work brought them to Brazil and there she specialized in environmental law. In 2001 their family moved again, this time to United States! They lived in Michigan for 6 years where she had the opportunity to learn and experience American culture and adapted to her new country. In 2008 they were on the road again, this

time to The Woodlands. Here she joined WOW and “I found a wonderful group of ladies that make you feel that you’re a in the right place; the warmth and friendship that I have found in the club is something that you really appreciate when you spend most of your life traveling and living in different places, it tells you that you are in right place.”

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Name:_____________________________________Spouses Name:____________________________

Address:__________________________________City:______________Zip:__________

Home Phone:___________________Cell: _____________________Birthdate (mm/dd):______________

Email:___________________________________________________________________________________

How did you learn about Newcomers/WoW?________________________________________________

ANNUAL DUES: Membership - $35/year_______ Membership & Mailed Newsletter - $50/year_______

Make Checks payable to: The Newcomers Club of The Woodlands/WoWMail check with completed form to: The Newcomers Club of The Woodlands/WoW ATTN: Membership - Kristi Regan 7 Linksgate Place The Woodlands, TX 77380

New Member Buddy Program: Would you like a current member to contact you? __________

2016 - 2017 Membership Form

Please Print Clearly

Circle One: New Member -or- Current Member

Directory UpdateListed below is the contact information for our newest member who joined after the 2016-2017 Directo-ry was printed. Please clip and add to your Directory so you have contact information for all members.

Joan Clowes (Jeff Butvinik)2203 Riva Row Apt 1208 [email protected] (10/19)

Sunshine Committee

Into each life a little rain must fall, and that is why we have the Sunshine Committee! We need you to let us know if a member is in the hospital or has suffered the loss of a spouse or child. The club is always there for one another. Please let us know: Ann Cassidy 281-789-7418 or [email protected] or Susan Briley 832-422-3348 or [email protected].

The Newcomers Club of The WoodlandsP.O. Box 132664 The Woodlands, TX 77393-2664

NEWCOMERS CLUB/WOMEN OF THE WOODLANDS

LUNCHEON RESERVATION FORM

CHECK IN BEGINS AT 11:00 AM LUNCH WILL BE SERVED AT 11:30 AM

Landry’s Seafood 1212 Lake Robbins Drive The Woodlands, Texas 77380

What month is this reservation for?______________________________________________________

Member Name ______________________________________________________________________

Day Phone Number___________________________________________________________________

Are you bringing a guest Yes No Name of guest(s)________________________________________

Number of reservations at $30.00 each = ________________________Check No. ________________

Please complete this form and send no later than one week before luncheon to the address below:

Make your check payable to: The Newcomers Club of The Woodlands Mail with completed form to: The Newcomers Club of The Woodlands Attn: Luncheon P. O. Box 132664 The Woodlands, Texas 77393-2664

THANK YOU AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THIS LUNCHEON

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