Parker NewcomersParker NewcomersNovember 2009Peggy Hunter Editor pncnewsletter@comcast.net

AUCTION

Get out your nickels, dimes, quarters! It’s time to bid on holiday gifts for your friends and family.

Bring an item to auction: something you no longer need, a white elephant, or a baked goodie, etc.We need a good showing at the November 18th Pot-luck, so we can have fun bidding against each other.Come one! Come All! See you there.

General MeetingVice President Liz Johnson 303 470 2880

DATE - Wednesday, November 18

TIME - 11:30 PLACE - Hilltop United Church 10926 E Democrat Rd 303 841 2808

DIRECTIONS: From Parker Rd, go East on Hilltop to Democrat Rd Church is on the left

RSVP Liz Johnson 303 470 2880 by Monday Nov 16

This is our annual POTLUCK and WHITE ELEPHANT Auction! Bring your favorite dish and your favorite Object D’Art you can’t use but can’t bring yourself to purge. Our Potlucks are always the best of times for friendship and commaradarie. See you there!

November CoffeeElizabeth Belisle 303 805 9134Louise Stitzer 303 805 7364

Date: Wednesday November 4 at 10 am. Hostess: Harriett Marchildon 303 646 4216Address: 16445 E Blackthorn WayRSVP: By November 2nd

Directions: From Main Street go west to Bradbury Ranch Drive. (First light past Jordan) Turn left and then turn right at Blackthorn Way which is the 3rd right turn. House is on the right.

Fruit Dish: Wanda Clasen Cheese Plate: Karen Vaughn Breakfast Sweets: Peggy Hunter and Jan Cadwell

Found - Black Suede Jacket was left at the last coffee. Please contact Wanda Clasen 303 814 3970

I want to extend a special note of gratitude to Sherrie Kinder-Jordan and Kathy Diak for get-ting our annual Directory completed again in such a timely and efficient manner. Lots and lots of dedicated “worry, work, and details” are involved in this project and they are masters to the cause. Thank you, my dears.

Our HUGE Potluck and Auction is slated for this month’s General Meeting Luncheon and I would urge you to come and enjoy the fellowship, food, and bargains. Remember to bring something you really don’t use, but really like that someone else would enjoy having more. Tough decision, but worth it.

Before we know it, Christmas will be upon us, and that means our Christmas Luncheon and Keynote Singers. We’re at Plum Creek again this year, so mark your calendars early.

I want to give Thanks in this month of Thanks-giving for all of you who have helped make this year’s beginning activities a great success and a good solid structure toward the future years.

Thanks one and all!

Presidents MessageCarolyn Hedeen

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Please remember to bring a non-perisable food item or paper goods for Parker Task Force Food Bank to the Coffee or General Meetings.

Wanda ClasenWe have a very special announcement to make about our very own Wanda Clasen. Wanda completed a certifica-tion process in Botanical Illustration at the Denver Botanic Gardens. There are only three places in the US that teach this type of program and they have a fine staff. Pictures from portfolio, along with others who completed their studies this year were put into a book to commemorate her completion. She is currently working on a project she hopes will be published sometime next year.

Congratulations.

Get Well Wishes:

We are generally a healthy and happy group, a get well card did go out to Louise Stitzer who had been hospitalized, but it was good to see Louise at the coffee, and doing well; also Liz Johnson, doing just great, and Susan Quirk with-out wearing “the boot”... Fantastic!

SunshineEleanor Ames 303 617 1767ames.eleanor@comcast.net

Happy Birthday Wishesfor November to:3 Deanna Loving4 Lin McHaley5 Marjorie Meyerle6 Judy Schoenrock9 Bryann Finn10 Lucille Paolillo11 Ann Krucek17 Phyllis Barnard17 Gail Barr17 Linda Rudd17 Raeann Thompson18 Barbara Harris24 Nora Fox24 Peggy Hunter25 Jan Cadwell25 Gwen Christensen26 Mary Satrom29 Sherrie Kinder-Jordan29 Susan Quirk

In this month of Thanksgiving, we are “Thankful” for all of you!

Know Your OfficersPresident Carolyn Hedeen 303 600 84771st Vice Pres Liz Johnson 303 470 28802nd Vice Pres Jackie Hitchins 303 840 49033rd Vice Pres Lynn Eisenthal 720 851 8161Secretary Linda Rudd 303 805 9480Treasurer Susan Quirk 720 842 1480

QUESTIONS? CALL US

I want to welcome Gwen Christiansen to our volunteer Board as the new co-chair for Publicity. Gwen, a long time member, has now found the time to be active. Welcome aboard

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November BiographyLin McHaley

Parker Newcomers Past President Lin McHaley comes to us from Chicago, after having attended the University of Illinois and spending 36 years working for United Airlines. Starting in a clerical position, she moved to Cargo, tracing shipments, (before the days of comput-ers) and on to Reservations as a Sales Agent, Trainer and Supervisor. She moved on to Partner...which was the precursor to United Express, and then to head up the Cargo Staff at headquarters, setting cargo policies, procedures, and computer enhancements, facilitat-ing central communications in the global structure of United regarding solutions to everyday work issues.

Oh yes, the most important part of this Resume’ is that back while at Cargo, she met Jim and they were mar-ried in 1981 in Santa Barbara California, one of their very favorite travel spots. They settled in Schaumburg Il., continuing their life of wedded bliss and working together, when Jim was transferred to Colorado. Lin thought what do I do now, but landed on her feet as a Customer Service Supervisor in Denver. Before retiring in 2002, she devoloped and implemented Em-ployee Recognition Programs, leaving United with great personal satisfaction of a job well done.

Fortunately for us, she joined PNC the same year, becoming the Newsletter Editor in April 2003 to the res-cue of the incumbent’s computer failure(stuff happens!) and continued for another year. She has since been our President for 2 years, 1st Vice for a year, and one as Par-liamentarian. She has co-chaired our Evening Potlucks for the past 2 years.

Through the influence of Ursala Huber and Corinne Schieman, she was inspired to take up bike riding at the ripe old age of 56 and never looked back. She has coordinated “The Cycle Chicks” , planning weekly rides via emails to members.(Call her if you’d like a wild ride!) She also does spin classes to keep in shape in the off-season.

Her retirement has been a huge success and she’s used her time well. Gardening in Colorado is a huge chal-lenge after living in the fertile loams of Illinois and avid-gardener Lin solved this by becoming one of the prestigious members of the Colorado Master Garden-ers, working this year with the Pro-Green Conference and advising the sensory gardens at Praying Hands Ranch.

After experiencing the numbing efffects of the deaths of her Father and Sister of cancer, she joined the Cancer League of Colorado to honor their memory.

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MembershipKathy Diak 303 841 8017

THANK YOU ladies for your cooperation during our recent PNC DUES DRIVE! We currently have 181members! We did gain several new members so look for their names in the 09-10 Directory. Distribution of the Directory will begin at the General Meeting October 21. Hopefully they’ll all be out to the members by the end of October. PNC dues are $15.00. Please make check payable to PNC and mail to Kathy Diak, 6141 Belmont Way, Parker, CO 80134.

Treasurer’s ReportSusan Quirk 720 842 1480

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She currently chairs Hospitality and coordinated the Race for Research in Wash Park in August

Lin and Jim have travelled extensively as you might imagine, visiting Greece twice, Germany, England 5 times, Ireland 3 times, Nassau, Puerto Rico, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Austria, Venezuela, the Car-ribean numerous times, and the Hawaiian islands at least a dozen times or more.

These days, Lin prefers staying here in Colorado with her beloved Springer Spaniels, Katie Anne and Rose, who were both adopted from English Springer Rescue America. They also have a Foster dog, Kirby, whose Mom is serving with the Navy in Iraq. Lin enjoys walk-ing her dogs daily and enjoying our beautiful scenery here in Parker.

Lin was the President when I joined Newcomers and I immediately admired her management style and aplomb. She ruled with a patient benevolence and quiet wisdom. I think we can all agree the she is a re-markable lady and we’re fortunate she walks among us.

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Beginning Balance 09/01/09 $1563.75Revenues 1942.50 Expenses 1038.00Ending Balance $ 2468.25

Local Family OwnedGrowing with Parker since 1986

11903 South Parker RoadNear Parker Road & Lincoln 303-841-6701

• Brochures • Newsletters • Stationery • Carbonless Forms• Flyers • Posters• Folders• Invitations • Postcards • Books • Magazines • Catalogues • Labels WINNERS

Septembers’ Drawing Winners were Sharon Larson and Lori DaSiai.

Congratulations Girls!

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Keynote SingersMariel Meysenburg 303 840 0030

If you like to sing, can sing harmony as well as melody and are willing to make a weekly practice commitment, then Newcomers Keynote Singers is the group for you! We practice Tuesdays at 3:00 for 1-1/2 to 2 hours. We enjoy the challenge of learning new music and have a lot of fun doing it. Please give Mariel a call if you’re interested.

Classified AdvertisingWant to sell something, rent a home, advertise your talent, etc - use our classified ads.

Cost for ad is $5 up to 4 lines. Make check payable to PNC and mail with your ad to Peggy Hunter 10536 Cottoneaster Way Parker, CO 80134 by the 5th of the preceding month.

Out and AboutLinda Rudd 303 805 9480

We will not be offering an Out and About in Novem-ber due to the Holiday. Happy Thanksgiving!

Watch for our December Plans!

Walking groupOlga Graver 303 805 9564

When: Every Monday at 8:30 am Where: Parker Recreation Center

Attention: Calling new walkers!!! Join us for one hour of brisk walking on the trail. You’ll feel great from head to toe. . .and the best part. . .it’s free!!!! Weather permit-ting we meet in the parking area west (or left) of the entrance driveway into the rec center. For more information, please give Olga a call.

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YOU OUGHTA BE IN PICTURES!!!!Bunnie Krett, Marcia Hall, and Rene’ Welker, our Histori-ans are attempting to get a picture of each and every-one of us for next years’ Directory. As you can imagine, this is a monumental endeavor and they’ve come a long way, but then there’s the old “however”. As the year moves along, they will collect most of your pictures, but our less active members need to send Bunnie a picture of yourself, as well as anyone who has a favorite picture they would like published. Her email is skrett@msn.com

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Sat., Nov. 14, 2009Sat., Nov. 14, 20099 a.m. – 4 p.m.9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Parker Field HouseParker Field House

FREE ADMISSIONFREE ADMISSION

Sponsored by Mountain Pine Sponsored by Mountain Pine Woman’s Club of ParkerWoman’s Club of Parker

Gifts Gifts Homebaked pastries Homebaked pastries Home Crafted Items Home Crafted Items

Profits go for Profits go for scholarships and charities.scholarships and charities.

Recipe CornerHot Artichoke Dip 1/2 cup Best Food Mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/8 tsp hot pepper sauce

Stir all ingredients until well mixed. spoon into small ovenproof dish. Bake at 350, for 30 minutes or until bubby. Makes 2 cups.

Mah Jongg1st and 3rd Tuesdaysat 10 amPat McNulty 303 840 5026American for beginners or establishedplayers. Please call for information.

2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 10 amElizabeth Belisle 303 805 9134Wright Patterson (different books/cards are used).Please call for information.

2nd Monday ScrabblePat Kramer 303 471 5406Date: November 9

Time: 11:30 am

Place: CrossWalk

(SW corner of Mainstreet and Parker Rd)

Come join us for some brain exercise and fun with standard Scrabble. We use no timers. . . and permit the use of the official Scrabble dictionary and word tip sheets.

The accommodations and food at The CrossWalk are great! There’s space for more players! Please call Pat for reservations so we know how many game boards we will need, and be aware that we do start on time.

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1st Thurs Canasta 9:45 amMel DeFellippie 303 660 8786

Deanna Loving 303 805 7554

Hostess: Jo-Anne Strong 303 200 0782

Date: November 5

Time: 9:45 am to play at 10:00 am Please be on time.

Place: CrossWalk (SW corner of Mainstreet and Parker Rd)

The cost to play is $3. Please remember to RSVP your Hostess by the Monday before the game. Due to space, we are limited to five tables.

P.S. To show our appreciation to the CrossWalk for allowing us to play at the establishment, it is impor-tant that we patronize the coffee shop by purchasing something while we are there.

4th Thurs Canasta 9:15 amPat Mitchell 303 841 6510

Betty Addison 303 840 1249

We will not play Canasta this monthe due to the holiday.

Happy Thanksgiving

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3rd Thurs Canasta 9:15 amKathy Voight 303 688 8250

Donata Kirsch: 303 841 0595 Hostess: Donata Kirsch 303 841 0595

Date: November 19

Time: 9:15 am We play at 9:30 sharp!

Place: Stonegate Community Center, 2 1/2 blocks south of Lincoln Ave on Stonegate Parkway

The cost to play is $3. Please RSVP your hostess by the Monday before the game, so we have enough tables set up.

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Monday Bridge11:30 amSharlene Hass 303 841 9456jnshass@msn.com

November 9 Vernette Gilbert 303 805 5927 Vngilbert@comcast.net

November 23 Virginia Wagner 720 851 1273

We meet at the Country Buffet. Please call Sharlene if you are interested in joining the group.

Thursday Bridge10:00 amGinny Green 303 841 4499

Nov. 12 Susan Briggs 303 470 7875Dec. 10 Bryann Finn 303 663 5766

Thursday bridge meets at the Pinery Country Club the 2nd and 4th Thurs. from Sept through May at 10:00 am, excluding Thanksgiving week and Christmas week. We order lunch off the menu. If you would like to join our group, please call Ginny Green, Chairman, 303 841 4499 or e-mail dggnicki@yahoo.com

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Bunko Pauline Soloman303 617 32392nd FridayDate: Friday, November 13Time: 9:30 amHostess: Jan Kimes 303 840 2094 10813 Eaglecrest Lane (Quail Creek)

Directions: East on Mainstreet, left into Quail Creek Estates, which is the 1st left after Riva Ridge (Quail Creek Dr.). Turn R at stop sign, L on Eagle Crest Ln- bear right at “Y”- 2nd house on left.

RSVP: At least 5 days prior to date.

Beginning Bridge

Monday 10:00 am

Sharon Larson 720 870 5012Linda Rudd 303 805 9480

Date: November 2, 16, and 30 Time: 10:00 amHostess: Linda Rudd 11870 Cattle Lane, Parker (Bradbury Hills)

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to play, here’s your chance. For more information please call or e-mail Sharon or Linda.

Instructor:

Linda Rudd rudd11870@comcast.netSharon Larson larsonksn@comcast.net

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October Coffee

Book Buddies Carolyn Eisenbrandt, Chair 303 840 9101

Book: Infidel by Ayaan Harsi Ali

Date: November 17 Time: 1:00 pm

**This is a departure from our regular meeting date because of Thanksgiving.

Hostess: Phyllis Brudos 11182 Random Valley Circle 80134

RSVP: by Saturday, November 14 phylliselaine59@hotmail.com 303 840 5321

Directions: From Parker Road drive east on Hilltop Road approximately 5 miles to N. Flintwood Rd. Turn south to Random Valley Circle. If you are coming from the south, take Bayou Gulch Road to Flintwood and turn north to Random Valley Circle.

Discussion Leader & Author Research: Carolyn Eisenbrandt

Synopsis of book: In this autobiographical book the author tells of her youth in Somalia, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia and Kenya. She applied for political asylum in the Netherlands and eventually became a member of the Dutch Parliament where she waged a personal crusade to improve the lot of Muslim women. This is a story of her journey from “a world of faith to a world of reason.”

Reading Ahead December’s Book: The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

This is a story of a family from India making a home in America and their firstborn son’s conflicts of honoring tradition in a new world.

November PotLuckLin McHaley Co- Chair 303 840 9966

Lorie DiSaia Co- Chair 720 381 6446

It’s almost Thanksgiving! Marty and Bob Gathers will be our hosts and Marty requests that you bring your own fall specialty. Everyone is welcome and is to bring their own bever-age. Please mark yours to avoid confusion. If your plans change for any reason and you are unable to attend, call your hostess ASAP so she can make arrangements to replace your dish.

HOSTS: Marty and Bob Gathers DATE: Saturday, November 21

TIME: 6:30 pm

PLACE: 5600 East Hwy 86, Franktown 80116RSVP: 303 688 5777, by November 17

From Parker Road, go South to Franktown Rd/CO86. Turn right or West and go 1.5 miles, making a left turn onto a private paved road; note the 4 mailboxes on the right side of the private road. Travel down the private road to an entrance arch that says GATHERS. Marty and Bob’s house is the 2nd house after the arch. Landmarks: On Castlewood Rd - watch for the Castle-wood Equestrian Center metal arch. The turn for the private road to Marty and Bob’s will be just past this arch on the left. If you reach the Baptist Church, you have gone too far...turn around.

December Potluck We have just set the date for the December Potluck. Since it is different from the usual 3rd Saturday. Please save the date -- Sunday, December 13th.

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Walking 8:30aParker RecCenter

3Mah Jongg 10aKeynote Singers 3:00p

4Coffee 10a

5 Canasta 10a

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8 9Walking 8:30aBridge 11:30aScrabble 11:30aBridge 10a

10 Mah Jongg 10aKeynote Singers 3:00p

11 12 Bridge 10a

13 Bunko 9:30a

14 Yuletide Bazaar 9a to 4p

15 16 Walking 8:30aBridge 10a

17 Keynote Sing 3:00pBook Buddies 1pMah Jongg 10a

18 General Meeting 11:30a

19 Canasta 9:15a

20 21 Pot Luck 6:30p

22 23 Walking 8:30aBridge 11:30a

24 Mah Jongg 10aKeynote Singers 3:00p

25 26 Happy

Thanksgiving

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29 30 Walking 8:30aBridge 10a

Parker Newcomers Club

10536 Cottoneaster Way

Parker, CO 80134

November 2009