In this issue - Gainesville Newcomers Club - Home · In this issue 2 President’s Post Officers for 2018-2019 3 Board News & Notes 4 March 20 Program ... which includes slides of

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In this issue

2 President’s Post Officers for 2018-2019 3 Board News & Notes 4 March 20 Program Newsletter Staff 5 April 24 Program Menus 6 Welcome New Members 7 Faces: Beverly Collier 8 The Heart of GNC The GNC Triple Crown Party 9 Creative Studio: The Sanctuary and I 10 January Program Recap and Scrapbook 12 In Loving Memory 13 February Program Recap and Scrapbook 15 Community Bulletin Board 17 Gardening Interest Group 18 Kitchen Corner 19 GNC Committees

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Board of the

Gainesville

Newcomers

Club

Board Officers

Janet Ordway, President

Beverly Collier, Vice President

Barbara Batog,

Treasurer

Barbara Alexander, Recording Secretary

Gay Lull,

Parliamentarian

Board Directors

Director of General Meetings

Rae Aldridge

Director of Member Activities

Jan Lanman

Director of Member Information

Charlene DeWitt

Director of Member Services Rae Ann Gerhardt


I ’m not sure if anyone else feels this way, but the older I get the faster time seems to go by! We are over half way through my year as GNC President. You, my friends, have made it a pleasure so far…keep up the good work! Your support and kind words help more than you know. We are now into that time of year when we must start thinking about what comes next. By now you have met our Nominating Committee for 2019-2020. They will be talking to members who they think will be good candidates to fill open positions, both on the Board and our committees. Please be receptive if you are approached by one of these brave women. Only gentle arm twisting will be permitted! Our club is somewhat unique in that we have a large membership run entirely by volunteers. Many organizations our size employ paid staff, but we have successfully been able to avoid going down that path so far and I hope we can continue to do so. We can only do that through a strong commitment from our members to volunteer their time and talents to conduct the business of Gainesville Newcomers Club. Over the past year we have made some changes to the size and alignments of several of our committees in order to spread the workload and provide backup to the jobs requiring more time. We know that our volunteers have lots of commitments and activities outside of GNC. But, I am not saying anything new when I say, “you only get out of an organization what you put into it”. That is so true in our club. The best way to meet other members and make new friends is to jump in and get to work. No experience is needed. Longevity is not required so our new members are especially encouraged to volunteer. Even though I said we are midway through this year, we still have a lot of exciting things yet to come. Spring and Summer are right around the corner. The warming temps, the flowers and sunshine make me feel good. I look forward to working and laughing and having fun with all of you.

Until next time, Janet

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Luncheon Cancellation / No Show: Should you need to cancel, please do so no later than midnight on the Wednesday prior to the Luncheon. This can be done by calling 678-720-4123 and leaving a voicemail for the luncheon committee. The Chattahoochee Country Club charges for all reservations made after the final count is given. As noted in the bylaws, if your cancellation is not received in time, it will be necessary to pass that charge to you. All "no shows" will be billed for their lunch. We appreciate your understanding.


B ylaws Thanks to our membership for approving our proposed Bylaw changes at the January luncheon meeting. One change reduces the time commitment of a member becoming Vice President from three years to two. The Vice President automatically becomes President the following year but no longer assumes the role of Parliamentarian in year three. The Vice President will now act as Parliamentarian. The qualifications for a member to accept the position of Vice President include serving on a committee for at least one year without the requirement to serve as a committee chair. Also approved was the option to implement online voting in cases where the Board determines it to be appropriate. The updated Bylaws are posted on our website as a submenu under Information. New Projector Those attending the January luncheon may have noticed that we used our new projector for the Bylaw discussion and the program. The high-lumens machine allows us to project clearly in a room such as the country club dining room with so much outside light. We are currently training several club members in the setup and operation of the projector in order to use it at various GNC events. Cheryl Usher, our Webmaster, will keep the projector in her possession. Contact Cheryl for information. Nominating Committee for the 2019-2020 Board Beverly Collier and Gay Lull, appointed by the board, will represent the Board. During the February luncheon meeting the three women elected to the Nominating Committee were Cheryl Usher, Pat DeNote, and Marilyn Valent.

Newsletter

Acquisitions Editor

Annette Hinton

Copy Editors Patsy Amidei

Beverly Feldkamp

Layout Editor Judy True

Proofreaders Janet Ordway Linda Brady

Special Assignments

Kristin Kern Karen Popple Libby Jackson Evelyn Asher

Photographer Donna Davis

Webmaster

Cheryl Usher

COMMENTS, IDEAS,

SUGGESTIONS

Just go to the email address below, list one or more of the above names

in the subject line, add your message and click ‘Send’. It’s as

simple as that! All will be received by the President

for response. Only signed submissions will be addressed.

Gainesvillenewcomers

[email protected]

Thank you in advance for your

input!

PHOTOGRAPHS Pictures are public domain

unless otherwise noted.

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March Luncheon Reminder:

Don’t Forget!

The March Luncheon and Meeting will be held March 20, at

10:15 a.m. This is the third Wednesday in March.

T he March 20 program will feature

Gary Squires presenting “The Sounds

of Swing”. Gary sings the classics from

Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Bobby

Darin, Dean Martin and other favorites.

Like many professionals, Gary began

his career in the church choir under the

tutelage of his father and grandfather.

Since moving to Atlanta in 2000, Gary

has given over 1700 performances in

the Southeast. Gary feels blessed to

do something he loves that entertains

others. Come enjoy some of the great

songs from your favorite crooners all

wrapped up in one talented singer.

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March Luncheon Menu

Buffet

*Cream of Spinach Soup Classic Salad

Chopped Iceberg Lettuce Bowl with Cucumber, Tomatoes and Carrots, Shredded Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Bits, served

Avocado Ranch Dressing Broiled Barramundi with Jalapeno Tartar Sauce

Salisbury Steak with Grilled Onions and Brown Sauce Buttermilk Smashed Potatoes Honey Glazed Baby Carrots

Chocolate Silk Pie Blueberry Pie

*Italicized items – gluten free

April Luncheon Menu

Buffet

Watercress Salad Bowl Watercress tossed in Feta Cheese Vinaigrette with dried

Cranberries, Pecans and Apples Beef Medallions with Mushroom Sauce

Amaretto Chicken Sautéed Chicken Breast in Butter with Minced Shallots, Garlic, Amaretto Liqueur and Cream

Broccoli and Cauliflower Medley Steamed Red Bliss Potatoes with Paprika

and Chile Ancho Cherry Bread Pudding with Cream Anglaise

Banana Pudding

*Italicized items – gluten free

The June meeting has a picnic theme and casual attire is encouraged. There will be seating in the pavilion and outdoors.

T he GNC April Luncheon speaker will be Pat Blair, former Chief Calligrapher at the White House. While working there over a period of fourteen years, she served Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump. Pat’s presentation at GNC, which includes slides of her work, will give us a behind the scenes look into how calligraphy enhances menus, invitations, guest books, place cards, and Christmas cards at the White House. Her other official duties there included program and tour book production, certificate design, and addressing protocol matters for the White House. Pat also designed a new china pattern for President and Mrs. George W. Bush. Pat has held various leadership positions in professional calligraphy and lettering organizations, been included in several publications, and taught classes and workshops. Retired since August, 2018, she still enjoys sharing her passion for this practical and elegant art form.

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January Members Left to Right Pam Kikerk Ingrid Bolton Debbie Lasher Kay Rawlins Ann Dresser Fran Buono Page Oudekerk Jan Kronk

Click on the gift box

February Members Alphabetically Cindy Corless Linda Furgerson Laura Keathley Jayne Lindsay Germaine Meyers Iika Tataryn Denise Wingo Glenda York

https://gainesvillenewcomersclub.org/Birthdays

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B everly grew up on a farm in Cairo, GA, with her parents, sister Vivian and brother Stan. She could and did drive a John Deere tractor prior to getting her driver’s license, and she is a pro at planting and harvesting crops of corn, tobacco, peanuts and cotton in the steamy hot Georgia Summer sun. She is not a member of the Gardening Interest Group in case you were wondering. After earning her Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from Valdosta State College, Beverly taught high school mathematics for nine years and was middle school assistant principal for three years. In 1986 Beverly earned a Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership at UGA. For the next 24 years she worked in leadership positions in the Gwinnett County School System. In 2010 she retired after a 36-year career in education. Beverly met and married Hale Spiegelberg, a true rodeo cowboy/ big game mountain hunter from Cody, Wyoming. They were married on a snowmobile in West Yellowstone, Montana, in a 35 degree below zero snowstorm on December 31, 1990. While Beverly worked in education, Hale created and developed a medical software company Document Plus Technologies. Based in Johns Creek, GA, their business has been used in medical clinics throughout the United States for over 30 years. In

addition to working together they love to visit their condo on Ft. Walton Beach and travel to exotic locations in and out of the country. Daughter Kim is an elementary school teacher in Gwinnett County Public Schools. Her husband Sergeant Major Kevin Ashe is currently serving a nine month tour of duty in Afghanistan. The oldest granddaughter is a senior at the Coastal College of Georgia in Brunswick while the younger granddaughter is a sophomore at East Jackson High School where she is active in choral and drama play productions. After Beverly’s retirement she and Hale moved onto

the lake in Hall County. Beverly joined GNC in 2012.

She has been active on numerous committees and is

currently serving as GNC Vice President. She really

enjoys living in Gainesville and thinks GNC should

be on the top 10 list of reasons for living in Hall

County!

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T he human heart has two main parts: the right ventricle receives blood into the heart and the left ventricle carries blood to other parts of the body. The heart cannot function without both ventricles. Let’s take a look at the heart of GNC. GNC has two main purposes: to welcome newcomers and to be of service to the community. Think of the right ventricle of GNC as the ventricle receiving friendships, social activities, fun and

adventurous special interest group events, and the wonderful monthly luncheons with a wide variety of programs. Now, consider the left ventricle of GNC carrying services to Hall County by the arteries and veins better known as the Community Service Events.

For this article, let’s explore the left ventricle of our GNC heart. H Helping Helping others in Hall County less fortunate than we are. E Effort It takes lots and lots of effort (work) to organize and deliver a multitude of services to deserving charities. A Attitude An attitude of caring and concern for others is essential to maintain and increase the services of our community involvement. R Reality We must accept the reality that a great number of Hall County residents need the basics of shelter, clothing, food, and medical services. T Time It takes time to organize and deliver all the services of our Community Program. So, the bottom line is this: Is your Heart working for GNC? If you suffer from a weak heart,

strengthen your heart by getting involved with GNC Community Projects.

“Nothing is impossible to a willing heart.” By John Heywood

The GNC Triple Crown Party, will be held June 8 at Marina Bay Clubhouse. The party will feature the horse races, games,

specialty cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Too much fun to miss so put it on your calendar! Due to

space limitations, the tickets will be sold, on a first come first served basis, to GNC members only

(limit 2). Watch for more details and the date the tickets will go on sale.

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Cliffs of Moher

The Sanctuary and I

Just the two of us Silence our companion Hearts beating gently this Day, knowing. Before God. Twin mirrors to losses, celebrations Organ thunder of warning, renewal Piped to pews occupied over Centuries, welcoming, returning Empty vessels with spirit to face the unknown. . To accept, build, to lend a hand Listen, shelter from life’s storms Reach out, gather Nourish Renew. The sanctuary’s magnificent stained Glass windows beckon me to linger Pause to read the Day’s Devotional, Feel head to toe Grounded in faith. I shall return to my church home Welcomed for 18 years – chai An oasis in the desert, where Song and prayer, scripture, Parishioners greet, embrace me, in unison. By Evelyn Asher

Evelyn Asher facilitates online writing experiences for women over 60 who

want to stay excited about life. She is crafting a second collection of

poetry, Snapshots of Courage, reflecting the courage of the immigrant

populations. She cherishes time in GNC’s Writing Group.


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Travel Treasures, Tips, Treks and Tall Tales

Rhonda Goodman

Mimi Szutz

Fran Watkins Bob Loveland Joyce Healy

O ur panel of travel experts shared some of their best ideas for putting together that perfect trip. Along with valuable information and helpful props, we were entertained with a slideshow of photos from around the world. GNC Program committee member, Shawn Shields, moderated a roundtable comprised of GNC members, Rhonda Goodman, Mimi Szutz, Fran Watkins and Joyce Healy. They were joined by guest, Bob Loveland, Georgia Overseas Hiking Club leader. The group has put together a fantastic set of their best travel tips on GainesvilleNewcomersClub.org. Be sure to log on to the GNC website and check out the TRAVEL page (a submenu under NEWS AND NOTES) before you start planning your next trip. You will be glad you did!

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GNC regrets the passing of former longtime member, Marcia Price. Marcia was a member of Gainesville Newcomers Club for eighteen years and is remembered by those who knew her as "a leader whose generosity of spirit was infectious and effective." Her funeral was January 26 at Saint Paul's Catholic Church in Cleveland, GA. (See: Marcia Price Obituary ) Aleta Prebianca died in her sleep on Friday, February 15. Aleta had been an active member of our club for several years. She had many GNC friends, some of whom she joined for the February outing of the Antique Explorers interest group.

Services for Aleta were held Tuesday, February 19, 11am at Grace Episcopal Church in Gainesville. For additional information, please use the following link to her obituary.

https://www.littledavenport.com/notices/Aleta-Prebianca


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Storyteller, actress, English teacher, historian and award-winning volunteer, Carol Cain donned her Rosie the Riveter costume and persona to entertain and educate our members about women working on the home front to support our troops during WWII. Carol sang her way into our hearts as she shared character stories of eight women working as mechanics, riveters, crane operators and bus drivers. These women, their stories and the fact that so many were unwilling to go back to being homemakers in 1944, opened new opportunities for all women in this country. If your mother was a Rosie “who did her part to free a man for the war effort” by working in a man’s production job, rolled bandages for the American Red Cross, or participated in a Victory Garden or other war effort, you may be eligible to be a Rosebud. Contact the American Rosie the Riveter Association for more information.

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Janice Whitehead (Programs) with “Rosie”

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Speakers and Donations

March The March community speaker(s) will be Julie Edwards, Executive Director, and Olivia Paul, Volunteer and Education Coordinator, of the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia (HSNEGA). The Humane Society of Northeast Georgia’s mission is to create a community recognized for responsible pet ownership and humane treatment of animals through offering basic pet wellness and spay/neuter services, public education, and placement of companion animals.

Month Organization Requested Items

Reminder: New items only, nothing partially used. Thank you

March-19

Humane Society

ONLY Purina One dog and cat food - both wet and dry needed towels and blankets (no holes or fringe) pet beds (easily washable) KONG dog toys (red or black beehive shape, all sizes) cat toys such as crinkle balls, glitter balls cleaning supplies: bleach, Dawn blue dish detergent, liquid laundry detergent, paper towels, plastic bags including hole-free grocery store bags, and 33 and 55 gallon trash bags, gift cards (pet stores, Amazon, WalMart, Target, etc. in the wish list for HSNEGA.

April-19

Tower Heights a Gainesville residential community for elderly and disabled

Canned meats, vegetables, beans and fruit, soups, grits, instant mashed potatoes, pasta and sauce (no glass please), hot and cold cereals, peanut butter, tea and personal care items

May-19

Family Promise -- Day Center

Clorox Wipes, Lysol Spray, antibacterial cleaning spray, Windex, toilet bowl cleaner, bleach, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, trash bags/large and small, paper cups, $25 gas cards, pretzels (lg bags), nutrition bars

June-19

TBD

Donation Calendar A primary mission for GNC is to be of service to our community. Therefore, in an effort to help you plan your time and/or donations, the following provides the detail for that need-to-know information March 2019 through June 2019.

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Blue Star Mothers Collection in March Since 1942, Blue Star Mothers (mothers of deployed soldiers) have worked together to send simple food items, toiletries, letters and notes of encouragement, etc. to soldiers who are in active service. In March, GNC will be collecting some items for the 350 Georgia soldiers who are currently deployed. If you care to share they are requesting individually wrapped nuts, individual oatmeal, Easter Candy that won’t melt, money for postage to mail these items. The soldiers appreciate all of the items sent, but really look forward to the cards and letters of encourage-ment, and pictures drawn by children. This is not part of our regular monthly collection.

Community Service Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer opportunity for iTN Lanier Dignified Transportation for Seniors and people with visual Impairments in greater Hall County.

678-696-0360 www.itn.lanier.org

https://www.itnlanier.org/what-we-do

Contact the organization to learn more about iTN’s first fundraiser, a pickleball Tournament on April 23 at the Gainesville-Hall Rec Courts. Sounds like great fun!

Tower Heights January Activities:

Thanks to Amy Schick's knitting group, we were able to give warm, handmade hats to our Tower Heights folks as Bingo prizes. Note that Bingo prizes at Tower Heights are essentials requested by the residents.

Meals on Wheels February Collections -- $213


Little Steps thank you note from Danielle Nicole Latlippe

Little Steps just received a very generous donation from all the lovely ladies in The Gainesville Newcomers Club! Our strength as an organization has so much to do with the community we are surrounded by! I can’t thank GNC enough for the surprise drop off this afternoon! Thank you all for your awesome support! Little Steps Community Daycare is free, temporary childcare that provides parents with quality childcare while they are searching for employment, interviewing for jobs, awaiting eligibility for government sponsored childcare, attending mandated classes, or waiting for their first paycheck. This service has been very successful in bridging the gap for families who are waiting on the aid of government funding or finding employment that offers higher wages.

Poster by Marlene Buck, Bingo Party at Tower Heights joined by kids from Little Steps

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At Pottery

In Gillsville

M embers of the Gardening Interest Group are wonderful ladies who enjoy gardening and/or just want to learn how to best grow plants in Georgia. We go to plant nurseries, members’ homes and other garden related locations. Some of our members are master gardeners and can help answer questions and resolve plant issues. The group always goes to lunch so we can spend time getting to know each other outside our gardens. Interest group leader, Beverly Gilbert, is a master gardener and host of the Hall

County Master Garden booth for the butterfly release at Wilshire Park, May 19, 1 to 4 p.m. It is a fun afternoon and everyone gets to release a butterfly. Great for adults and kids. Come join the group and have some

outdoor fun. Spring is a great time to be

outdoors enjoying the gentle Georgia

sunshine. Our group welcomes the lady

who enjoys the beauty that flowers and

nature have to offer.

Spring Garden Expo

Mark your calendars for the Hall County Master Gardeners’ Spring Expo, Friday, April 5, 8:30am - 5pm and Saturday, April 6, 8:30am - 4pm; rain or shine. Enjoy 40 vendors as they display the best native plants, perennials, herbs and vegetables, garden goods, trees and shrubs and much more. Four expert speakers will share their knowledge of beneficial insects for organic gardening, ferns for indoor and outdoor enjoyment, tomato and

vegetable gardening and how to plan for and preserve the bounty of your summer garden.

Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center is a covered venue located at 1855 Calvary Church Road. Admission is $2 per adult, children are free. Please no pets allowed. For more information, go to: hallmastergardeners.com or call 770-535-8293.

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Do you enjoy cooking or baking? Do you have any favorite recipes you would like to share with our members? Creative ways to use leftover culinary masterpieces? Email your recipe submissions to Annette Hinton, [email protected] . Please put recipe for GNC Newsletter in the subject line.

Yield: About 6 Salad Ingredients: I box organic arugula (I have seen a similar salad made with butter lettuce) ½ red onion, thin sliced ¼ lb. Bleu cheese, crumbled (could also be Roquefort or Gorgonzola) 2 pears, peeled and diced (I like Bosc pears, but any ripe pear may be used) ¼ cup sweetened, dried cranberries

½ cup pecans or walnuts, chopped (candied with 2 Tbsp. sugar) Why not almonds or pistachios?

Pureed Pear Dressing: 1 cup fresh pear, peeled, cored and diced ¼ cup vinegar (rice or white balsamic) 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp. maple syrup

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (or avocado oil) Salt and pepper to taste Directions:

1. Place pear chunks, vinegar, mustard, lemon juice and maple syrup in a blender or food processor and pulse until smooth.

2. Add the oil in a steady stream into the opening while blender is running. Process until emulsified. Add salt and pepper and mix again.

3. Mix together lettuce, pear, onions, dried

cranberries, cheese and nuts. Add the

desired amount of dressing and gently

toss to coat.

Annette Hinton

mailto:[email protected]

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Financial Officer Vicky Giesegh

50/50 Drawing Jeannette Christman & Lynn Blaylock Name Tags Laura Nagy—Chair Denise Ulrich

Luncheon Melanie Altman and Kathryn Carswell —-Registration Marilyn Valent — Venue Liaison Backup: Pam Cohan/ Kay Reis

Programs Patricia Louko — Chair Recruitment Margaret Spratlin Shawn Shields Susan Beem Implementation Tamra Glenn Janie Whitehead Sheri Clarke

Membership and Hospitality Teri Weber — Chair Joanne Dandrea Pam Gonzalez Jeanette Wheatley Frances Floyd Carol smith Joy Senan Janet Quick Patti Reulbach Pam Arthur

Community Edna Clinton & Marlene Buck — Co-Chairs Claudia Williams Debbie Fox Marolyn Carlson Joan Jansen

Mo Singh Kay Spence Elaine Wood Nancy Alexander Becky Shuneman

Interest Groups Audrey Marianes & Kathie Wilson — Co-Chairs

Table Décor Jane Karnes & Janiece Beckelhymer — CoChairs Teresa Bruhn Susan Radle

Special Events Gloria Cortez & Jeannie Boohaker — Co-Chairs Terry Youngblood Cindy Todd Deborah Barker On call: Brenda Estes

Communication Jenny Papevies — Chair Debbie Anderson Heidi Anderson

Publications/Newsletter Judy True & Annette Hinton — Co-Chairs Patsy Amidei Linda Brady Beverly Feldkamp Kristin Kern Karen Popple Libby Jackson Evelyn Asher

Publicity Linda Lubeck

Photographer Donna Davis

Webmaster Cheryl Usher

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