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Title: Wine Tasting Dinner
Location: Black Rock Country Club, Hingham, MA
Date: 2011-04-08
Theme: Raise a Glass to Charity!
Silent and Live Auction
4-course sit-down dinner, with opening reception and includes wine $75 per person or tables of 8 persons can be reserved for $600 (please provide names of attendees for check-in)
Wines from: M.S. Walker Fine Wines Spirits and Vin Divino.
Damon Ornowski who is a Master Sommelier will be introduce the red and white wines.
Reception: A welcoming glass of sparkling wine and cheese/fruit display will be available as people arrive. The Norwell Jazz Band will provide the music. A cash bar will also be available to those who prefer something other than wine.
Dinner menu is 4-courses :
- Lobster Bisque
- Split Pea Risotto with Wild Mushrooms and Pancetta
- Chardonnay & Rosemary Braised Veal Shoulder with Roastered Fennel & Eggplant Capnata, Grilled Rammps & Seared House-made Gnocchi
- Strawberry-Rhubarb Crisp with White Chocolate Ice Cream
Any special dietary concerns should be made to Pat Bigger 781-640-7542
Auction items are welcome.
All questions can be directed by email tpbigger@aol.com or by phone 781-659-3465 (h) 781-640-7542 (c) Pat Bigger.
Sponsors are:
- Marsh’s Liquors
- M.S. Walker Fine Wine & Spirits
- Vin Divino
- Black Rock Country Club
The Women’s Club of Norwell
The Women’s Club of Norwell
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A NOTE FROM BARB HUMPREYS….
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Happy 2011 Members!
The Ten X Club hosted a grand opening fashion show and silent auction on December 9th and have donated the proceeds of $588 from that evening! (I went in to ask for a Turkey Trot donation that Family Fitness always had given and in addition to my request, I was also told that they wanted to donate the proceeds to their grand opening!). We are grateful for their amazing donation and for thinking of the Women’s Club!
The wine tasting committee is well underway planning the April 8th “Raise a Glass to Charity” wine tasting dinner at Black Rock Country Club in Hingham. See below for committee details. I wanted to stress that if you have connections to a business and think they may be willing to donate a silent auction item to contact Pat Bigger or Jane Rohan. I guarantee you will not be placed on the committee. I have already received 2 silent auction items by just asking the business that I frequent and many don’t think twice to donate to increase their local exposure.
The dance committee is looking for volunteers for this Friday’s dance at the Town Hall at 7:30 pm. We have already raised $3,000 in just 3 dances so far this year so it would be great to keep hosting these dances. Contact Anna Brown at annacbrown@comcast.net or Adrienne Vavpetic at adrienne.vavpetic@comcast.net if you can volunteer. Thanks Anna and Adrienne for your great work!
Please contact Jessica Chase to pay your $30 membership dues (email her at jmchase2@comcast.net if you aren’t sure if you have paid yet since it’s easy to forget.). Currently only 43 out of 98 members have paid. We appreciate your continued membership since these dues add up and help the club raise money for all the local charities and schools. Just by being a member you are helping us raise our funds!
The Bunny Breakfast committee is in the process of planning the April 9th event. See below for details and mark your calendars.
Sincerely,
Barb Humphreys
NWC President
WINE TASTING – FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – BLACK ROCK COUNTRY CLUB – HINGHAM, MA
As many of you know, our annual major fundraiser this year will be a wine tasting dinner at the Black Rock Country Club in Hingham. Our goal is to have 200 guests and more than half the tables have been reserved as of this writing. Reservations are $75 per person and checks should be submitted at the time of making the reservation. Seats will be limited to 8 people per table, so if members and their guests wish to reserve a complete table, reservations need to be made as soon as possible. The chef at Black Rock has created a great four-course menu which will be paired with red and white wines. Any special dietary issues should be made known to Pat Bigger, in order than the chef can accommodate the guest(s). To limit our expenses, we will not be printing and sending tickets. Guests will check in as they arrive. We hope that we will see many current and past NWC members. We have some great entertainment planned and some surprises too!
We have commitments for some live and silent auction items, but more are needed. If any members or their friends/family have a donation of an item or service, please contact Jane Rohan at 781-987-1448 or email her at janemrohan@yahoo.com. For tickets, contact Pat Bigger at 781-659-3465 (h) 781-640-7542 (c) or by email at tpbigger@aol.com Checks for payment should be made payable to the Norwell Women’s Club and sent to 2 Loring Drive, Norwell, MA 02061.
Hope to see you there!
Pat Bigger
tpbigger@aol.com
781-659-3465 (h)
781-740-7542 (c)
Reservations also may be made on our website www.norwellwomensclub.org
NWC 7th and 8th GRADE DANCES – CHAPERONES NEEDED
Dance dates are January 21, March 4 and May 13. All dances are at the town hall and begin at 7:30 and end at 10pm. In order to run the dances, chaperones are needed.
Don’t forget, each dance has raised over $1,000 for the NWC and we would hate to have to cancel due to lack of chaperones. If you can chaperone, please contact Anna Brown at annacbrown@comcast.net.
BUNNY BREAKFAST AND EGG HUNT – APRIL 9TH
The Annual Bunny Breakfast will be held on Sat April 9th from 8:30-9:45 in the Middle School Cafetorium. We are looking for volunteers to help in any of the following areas…be a committee member, set-up Friday the 8th 4-5:30, set-up Sat at 7:30, volunteers to assist us during the event and with clean up immediately following. In addition, we are looking for any offers to help us with baking for the event or donations of $/food or beverage to be used at the breakfast. If you are able to help in any of the previously mentioned areas, please contact Cristina McCullough at cristina_mcc928@yahoo.com or Jessica Chase at jmchase2@comcast.net. Thank you!
MEMBERSHIP DUES
Now that the New Year is behind us, we are looking forward to getting our membership list together to compile our Yearbook by the end of February. We truly value each and every membership and would encourage you to continue your support of the club. Whether you are an active member of a committee or not, please remember that your membership dues alone raise money to help the local causes we support! So please, if you haven’t already done so, drop your membership check in the mail or pay online before the end of February.
NORWELL CLOSET UPDATE
The Norwell Closet is looking for volunteers in February and March. The Closet is located on the 3rd floor of the town hall. Hours 2pm – 3:30. Please email Micci Fitzgibbons at miccifitz@aol.com if you are able to help!
COMMUNITY EVENTS
The Friends of the Norwell Public Library are pleased to announce the Second Annual Antique Appraisal Day scheduled to be held at the Norwell Middle School on
Saturday, March 5, 2011.
Last year the event was fully subscribed. We welcome folks from near and far, and we encourage you to think about what items you would like appraised this year.
All proceeds support Norwell Public Library programs, such as Dinner & a Movie, book club, computer instruction, “Books & Bubbles”, puppeteers, storytellers, animal programs, author talks, museum passes, and much more. The Norwell Public Library has a rich offering of programs open to the public and described on the Library website: www.norwellpubliclibrary.org
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers has been holding Appraisal Days for over 25 years. Two Skinner appraisers will be available to appraise up to three articles per person.
Appraisal Days are “general” meaning that individuals can bring items from virtually all collecting areas: porcelain, pottery, toys, dolls, silver, paintings, furniture, rugs, and collectibles. Please note that coins, stamps, jewelry, and musical instruments cannot be appraised at this event. Substitute good quality photos for fragile or large items. For services of china or silver, one example with a list of the number of pieces is acceptable.
“Events like Antique Appraisal Day bring our community together and help publicize the Library programs” according to Russ Paulin, one of the event organizers. Here is a perfect opportunity to have some fun supporting the Norwell Public Library, while finding out what Aunt Edna’s lamp is worth! For further information about Antique Appraisal Day, visit the Norwell Public Library website or the Friends of the Norwell Public Library event website at friendsofnorwellpubliclibrary.org or phone the Norwell Library at 781-659-2015.
MONTHLY MEETING DATES
Thursday, February 10 at Pat Bigger’s home, 2 Loring Drive 7:30pm
Wednesday, March 16th at Norwell Middle School 7:30pm
April: Need host
Wednesday, May 18th at the Norwell Middle School 7:30pm
Click below to see the latest Boards & committees for 2010-2011
http://norwellwomensclub.org/Board-Committees for-10-11.pdf
Holiday Greetings members!
The April 8th, 2011 wine tickets are on sale now! Wine tasting will be held at Black Rock Country Club in Hingham. Reserve your ticket with a check – you may buy a ticket for $75 or reserve a table of 8 for $600. Tickets always go fast; many tables have already been reserved. Contact Pat Bigger at tpbigger@aol.com to buy tickets.
Thursday, December 9th, Ten X Club(formerly Family Fitness) will be hosting a fashion show, wine tasting, and silent auction from 6-10 pm (30 minute fashion show by Bo Line starts at 7:30). Proceeds of the auction are being donated to the Women’s Club! Please consider stopping by for even 1 hour to show support from the Women’s Club. Their club is being completely renovated to include a spa (ready in May) and this night is their way of introducing the club to Norwell and surrounding towns. Auction items include a gift basket from Willow Designs for home decorating by Teresa Burnett (fellow member – thanks Teresa!); Curry Hardware tool set; Jan Brett books; Not Your Average Joes gift certificate; Ten X Club personal trainer services; Bo Line gift certificate; and more!
See below for Adopt-a-Family information. Please consider adopting just one person – it is not necessary to adopt an entire family. Single gift certificates such as Stop and Shop, Hannaford’s, Wal-Mart or Target are welcome too!
Sincerely,
Barbara Humphreys ~ President 781-659-2623 Barbhumphreys1@comcast.net
Pat Bigger ~ Vice President 781-659-3465 tpbigger@aol.com
Karen Reynolds ~ Vice President 781-924-1897 kmrseattle@yahoo.com
SPECIAL THANKS TO CHERI FARLEY FOR HOSTING THE COOKIE SWAP LAST THURSDAY!!
From the great company to the fabulous decorations made by the Norwell Garden Club – the night was entertaining and festive!
NWC HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
HOLIDAY FASHION SHOW AT TEN X CLUB to BENEFIT THE NORWELL WOMAN’S CLUB – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9 – 6pm – 10pm – 412 Washington Street
Let’s get a NWC group to join in a night of fashion, food, drinks and other festivities at Norwell’s Ten X Club. Meet local vendors, purchase amazing holiday gifts, bid at the silent auction and enjoy a fabulous fashion show put on by Bo Line Boutique. All proceeds benefit the Norwell Women’s Club. In the spirit of giving, toys for the Toys for Tots foundation and items for the Norwell Food Pantry will be accepted at the event. Call 781-659-6565 for more information.
ADOPT A FAMILY PROGRAM
The time has come this year for the Norwell Food Pantry to do their annual Christmas Adopt A Family Program. Last year we were able to give presents to over 250 people, we were able to do this because of the generosity of our Norwell community including the Norwell Women’s Club. The wish list will start to be turned in November 18, and we will do our best to match people up and get the emails out as quick as we can. If you are at all interested or have any questions please email or call us. If you would like to adopt an individual or a family please let us know so we can do the best to match you up with your request. For those of you who might not be interested in adopting but would still like to contribute we can always use gift cards, these are some of the locations that are requested the most, Target, Wal-Mart, Gas Card, Shaws, Stop& Shop, Hanover Mall. Thanks for all of your continued support. All gifts need to be wrapped and labeled and dropped off at the Food Pantry at Town Hall by December 14. You can contact the Adopt a Family program at norwellfp@aol.com or by calling 781-267-9683.
WINE TASTING – FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – BLACK ROCK COUNTRY CLUB – HINGHAM, MA
Raise a Glass to Charity!
We’re brining back one of our most popular fundraisers, the Wine Tasting Dinner that we have hosted many years in the past! As many of you know, we are taking a break from our fabulous fashion show and will host a Wine Tasting Dinner at Black Rock Country Club in Hingham on Friday, April 8, 2011. While that date sounds very far off, we began taking paid reservations at our Holiday Ornament and Cookie Swap and have already sold 25% of the seats in one night! Mark Lewis and MS Walker Wine and Spirits will be providing the wine. We have a wonderful sommelier booked who has access to a great portfolio of many different wines. The chef at Black Rock CC, formerly of the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Meritage Restaurant, has developed a fabulous menu for even the most discriminating palette! While the Barker Tavern staff always did a magnificent job for us, we have outgrown the size of their dining room. We have some great entertainment, silent and live auction items with a very “entertaining” auctioneer, and more surprises! Tickets are $75 per person; tables of 8 can be reserved for $600. So, gather your friends and reserve your seats asap! This event is open to everyone. To make your arrangements, contact:
Pat Bigger
tpbigger@aol.com
781-659-3465 (h)
781-740-7542 (c)
Reservations also may be made on our website www.norwellwomensclub.org
NORWELL CLOSET UPDATE
The Norwell Closet is looking for volunteers on December 9,16, 30 and January 6, 13, 20 and 27. The Closet is located on the 3rd floor of the town hall. Hours 2pm – 3:30. Please email Micci Fitzgibbons at mailto:miccifitz@aol.com if you are able to help!
DO YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO ADD TO THE CHATTER????
If you have any items for the monthly NWC Chatter newsletter, please contact Jen Fairfield directly at fairfieldengland@aol.com or at 781-987-1086.
MONTHLY MEETING DATES
Tuesday, January 11th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
Thursday, February 10 at Pat Bigger’s home, 2 Loring Drive
Wednesday, March 16th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
April: Need host
Wednesday, May 18th at the Norwell Middle School 7:30
COMMUNITY EVENTS
DECEMBER 15 – 5:30 – 7:30 – NORWELL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENT AT REGGIOS
For only $20/$25 per person, you will get a full buffet dinner including appetizers
and dessert. For more information log onto http://norwellholidayparty.eventbrite.com/
DECEMBER 29 – 3pm – 6pm – UNCLE MOE’S FAMILY BAND
Grand Army Hall – 353 Country Way, Scituate
Looking for some entertainment during vacation?? Uncle Moe’s
Family band is a great live band performance for the
entire family including singing, dancing and fun!
LIVE PERFORMANCE 4pm – 5pm
KIDS SHOWS ON THE BIG SCREEN 5:15pm – 6pm.
Cost is $5 at the door. $20 limit for a family of four or more.
Historical Society introduces two new books on Norwell - “The ABCs of Norwell” by Gertrude Daneau and “A Narrative of South Scituate-Norwell (1849 – 1963): Remembering its Past and the World Around It” by Samuel H. Olson. The books will be sold at the Historical Society Library (in the Community Room at the Middle School) on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 1:30 and 3:30. The week of Thanksgiving we will not be open, but we will be throughout December (if people want to buy a book for the holidays).
Click below to see the latest Boards & committees for 2010-2011
http://norwellwomensclub.org/Board-Committees for-10-11.pdf
Dear Women’s Club Members,
It’s time for our annual ornament and optional cookie swap on December 2nd at the home of Cheri Farley. This is such a fun night of just socializing and re-connecting with our Norwell friends. With a busy time of year approaching, it’s nice to take time for ourselves and re-energize our body and spirit. Please RSVP to Ellen Allen (ellenrob@comcast.net) and she will indicate whether you need to bring a bottle of wine or appetizer. With the turning back of the clocks, winter is approaching and the Women’s Club is involved in many great programs to help other people, such as Adopt a Family, supporting the Cranberry Hospice by sponsoring a tree at the Festival of Trees on Friday, December 3rd – Sunday, December 5th, organized for many years by Liz McCarron. Also, see below for the Company Theatre holiday show night to benefit the Campus of Caring.
The Wine Tasting Committee is also planning our April 8th event at Black Rock Country Club. Tickets will soon be on sale. It’s a sit-down dinner so talk to your friends and book a table of 8! See below for details.
On October 30th we had another successful Halloween Fun Day. Thanks to Sarah Burns and Sarah McDonald for chairing this committee again this year!
Thanks to Jill Donelan for chairing the Turkey Trot again this year. We know it was a busy fall for her as she had a business trip to Japan weeks before the race. Thanks to Sally Schiller for assisting me coordinate solicitations while Jill was away and to Sarah Burns for putting up posters around town– I couldn’t have done it without their help! Thanks to Nancy Bailey, Liz McCarron, Phyllis Wenzel, and Caroline Hughes for getting up early on a Sunday morning to help with registration; to Jen McVay for helping with Saturday’s registration; and Phyllis of Image Resolutions for printing and donating our beautiful posters and flyers. Please call me if you are interested in assisting with next year’s race. It’s a manageable job if the work is started by September and there are many regular donors to the race. Thanks to Jill for chairing this committee for the past 2 years!
Please see below about membership dues. We value your membership whether you’re an active member of a committee or just supporting the club by being a member, thereby helping us raise money for our local causes!
Sincerely,
Barbara Humphreys ~ President 781-659-2623 Barbhumphreys1@comcast.net
Pat Bigger ~ Vice President 781-659-3465 tpbigger@aol.com
Karen Reynolds ~ Vice President 781-924-1897 kmrseattle@yahoo.com
MEMBERSHIP NEWS AND DUES – A message from Membership Chair Jess Chase
Dear members,
Just a friendly reminder that it’s that time of year again for getting your membership dues paid. Thank you to those who have already mailed theirs in or registered online!
And to those of you who may not have paid yet, we truly value your membership and would encourage you to continue your support of the club. Whether you are an active member of a committee or not, please remember that your membership dues alone raise money to help the local causes we support! Dues can be paid online at www.norwellwomensclub.org or a $30 check can be mailed to PO Box 834, Norwell, MA 02061. Thank you!
Have a wonderful holiday season!
Sincerely,
Jess Chase
Membership Chair
NWC HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
DECEMBER ORNAMENT and COOKIE SWAP – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2 – 7:30pm – The home of Cheri Farley – 7 Autumn Lane
Celebrate the holidays!! Exchange ornaments and/or cookies and shop for holiday decorations of live greens cuttings for the table made by the Norwell Garden Club. Ornaments should not exceed $15 in value. Bring a friend or neighbor! You will also be able to purchase tickets to the Wine Tasting on April 8 at this meeting. Get them early before the event sells out!! RSVP to Ellen Allen at ellenrob@comcast.net and she will tell you whether to bring a bottle of wine or an appetizer.
FESTIVAL OF TREES – DECEMBER 3 – DECEMBER 5 – PLIMOTH PLANTATION
The Festival of Trees celebrates the joys of the holiday season and supports the care given by the Cranberry Hospice. Come see the holiday trees uniquely decorated at Plimoth Plantation. As you enter the Festival, you will be greeted by a 15 foot giant TREE OF LIGHTS, whose candles glow in memory or honor of loved ones. Stroll among the remaining trees while you enjoy entertainment, visit Santa or purchase a butterfly to benefit the Children’s Bereavement Program of Cranberry Hospice. Come view the Norwell Women’s club holiday tree!!!!
NORWELL GARDENS HOLIDAY LUNCHEON – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3 – NOON – 2:30pm
The Norwell Gardens Holiday luncheon will take place Friday, December 3. Volunteers are needed to donate the following: 2 salads, 4 boxes of Dunkin Doughnuts Joe, 2 orange sherbet and 2 dozen rolls. If anyone can help out with these items, please email Nancy Bailey at nancy.bailey@rocklandtrust.com. The Decibels will be performing during the lunch, so if you can make, it is a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit.
HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE – SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4 – 9am – 3pm – JAMES LIBRARY NORWELL CENTER
Ladies, get ready to shop this year right here in Norwell Center!!! The 7th Annual Holiday Marketplace (formally called the Holiday Trunk Show) at the James Library and Center for the Arts will feature three floors of artisans selling unique handmade items. Admission is free! This event is sponsored but Liz McCarron of Coldwell Banker.
HOLIDAY FASHION SHOW AT TEN X CLUB to BENEFIT THE NORWELL WOMAN’S CLUB – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9 – 6pm – 10pm – 412 Washington Street
Come join in a night of fashion, food, drinks and other festivities at Norwell’s Ten X Club. Meet local vendors, purchase amazing holiday gifts, bid at the silent auction and enjoy a fabulous fashion show put on by Bo Line Boutique. All proceeds benefit the Norwell Women’s Club. In the spirit of giving, toys for the Toys for Tots foundation and items for the Norwell Food Pantry will be accepted at the event. Call 781-659-6565 for more information.
ADOPT A FAMILY PROGRAM
The time has come this year for the Norwell Food Pantry to do their annual Christmas Adopt A Family Program. Last year we were able to give presents to over 250 people, we were able to do this because of the generosity of our Norwell community including the Norwell Women’s Club. The wish list will start to be turned in November 18, and we will do our best to match people up and get the emails out as quick as we can. If you are at all interested or have any questions please email or call us. If you would like to adopt an individual or a family please let us know so we can do the best to match you up with your request. For those of you who might not be interested in adopting but would still like to contribute we can always use gift cards, these are some of the locations that are requested the most, Target, Wal-Mart, Gas Card, Shaws, Stop& Shop, Hanover Mall. Thanks for all of your continued support. All gifts need to be wrapped and labeled and dropped off at the Food Pantry at Town Hall by December 14. You can contact the Adopt a Family program at norwellfp@aol.com or by calling 781-267-9683.
NORWELL CLOSET UPDATE
The Norwell Closet is looking for volunteers on December 2,9,16, 30 and January 6, 13, 20 and 27. The Closet is located on the 3rd floor of the town hall. Hours 2pm – 3:30. Please email Micci Fitzgibbons at mailto:miccifitz@aol.com if you are able to help!
DO YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO ADD TO THE CHATTER????
If you have any items for the monthly NWC Chatter newsletter, please contact Jen Fairfield directly at fairfieldengland@aol.com or at 781-987-1086.
MONTHLY MEETING DATES
Thursday, December 2nd Ornament Cookie Swap at the home of Cheri Farley, 7 Autumn Lane 7:30
Tuesday, January 11th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
Thursday, February 10 at Pat Bigger’s home, 2 Loring Drive
Wednesday, March 16th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
April: Need host
Wednesday, May 18th at the Norwell Middle School 7:30
COMMUNITY EVENTS
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE production at the Company Theater – Sat. Nov. 27
Proceeds from the performance will benefit the Campus of Caring and its
mission to build a non-profit hospice home on the South Shore.
Ticket includes performance and a pre-show reception including wine,
soft drinks and cheese and crackers.
Call 781-871-2787 for tickets!
Historical Society introduces two new books on Norwell - “The ABCs of Norwell” by Gertrude Daneau and “A Narrative of South Scituate-Norwell (1849 – 1963): Remembering its Past and the World Around It” by Samuel H. Olson. The books will be sold at the Historical Society Library (in the Community Room at the Middle School) on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 1:30 and 3:30. The week of Thanksgiving we will not be open, but we will be throughout December (if people want to buy a book for the holidays).
Click below to see the latest Boards & committees for 2010-2011
http://norwellwomensclub.org/Board-Committees for-10-11.pdf
President’s Notes October 2010
Thanks to everyone who attended our new members’ meeting last Thursday and thanks to Susie Scheller for hosting the night. There were a few new members and we welcome them. I talked about trying to simplify things for the club this year. Please take 5 minutes to read my philosophy. I feel that we need to change the club a bit and simplify things. Many of us are involved in other groups to raise money for the schools and our town and we have to avoid the volunteer burn out.
We discussed how “many hands make light work.” I want to avoid people not joining the club because they feel it’s too time consuming. I understand that as time goes on, our personal situations, activities and responsibilities change. This may mean that our timecommitment to the Club may also change. My goal is for all of us to welcome new members, welcome back former members and find ways to continue the growth of this 51 year-old organization. As we all know, the economy is very difficult these days which makes it even more difficult to raise the money we have in the past for other non-profits and scholarships. We have to balance the need to raise money with those who are able to devote the time it will require to meet our financial goals. This may mean that we may have to “simplify” our list of recipients. Our economy is faced with “the new normal” and our club has to adjust with these times as well. We need to find the balance between the social element of our Club and the need to give back to the community. Without change and welcoming new and current members, our club will eventually become less effective and unable to achieve reasonable fundraising success. We will not be hosting a fashion show this year which will give our members a break from the heavy demand an event of that size and success requires. We thank Heather Creel for her creativity, drive, not to mention her commitment to take this event to the next level for the last three years. Additionally, thanks to her committees over the last three years for the hard work and dedication in making this event a “NWC record for fundraising”. The Executive Board and those who worked so hard on this event all agree that we need to take a break.
We’ve listened to members’ feedback and our “main” event will be the return of the Wine Tasting Dinner. So,mark your calendars for Friday, April 8, 2011 for “Raise a Glass for Charity” to be held at Black Rock Country Club! I would like to have another New Members’/Former Members’ meeting in the spring, the purpose of which would be to celebrate our many years of successes and provide the opportunity to network with the many generations of NWC women. When we know each other, the volunteering becomes easier, as we will find time to help out a friend. There is NO requirement for an event or specific number of hours one has to commit to join. We welcome everyone to join the Women’s Club and hopefully everyone will be able to devote a “little” time to help us reach our REASONABLE goals. I welcome your feedback on this concept of “simplifying” our activities (barbhumphreys1@comcast.net). Thank you for taking the time to read this long letter. I feel it’s important to inform you all of our attempt to simplify things. There is a great deal of satisfaction in helping others, not to mention setting an example for our children in giving back to the community.
Warmest Regards,
Barbara Humphreys ~ President 781-659-2623 Barbhumphreys1@comcast.net
Pat Bigger ~ Vice President 781-659-3465 tpbigger@aol.com
Karen Reynolds ~ Vice President 781-924-1897 kmrseattle@yahoo.com
NWC FUNDRAISING EVENTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCES – Nov. 5, Jan. 21, Mar. 4, May 13
Thank you to all who helped out in a pinch to chaperone the last dance on October 15.
Chaperones are needed for future dances. Please contact Anna Brown at annacbrown@comcast.net or Adrienne Vavpetic at adrienne.vavpetic@comcast.net if interested.
HALLOWEEN FUN DAY – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30 10am -12noon – NORWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Come join in the festivities of a Halloween Party and Parade with games, crafts, prizes and snacks! Volunteers are needed to help with the event for set up (8am – 10am), during the event (10am – 12noon) and clean up (noon – 1pm). We are also looking for food and drink donations – baked goods, juice boxes and water welcome. If interested, please contact Sarah Burns at charlestown48@comcast.net or Sarah McDonald at sarahkmac@gmail.com.
TURKEY TROT – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14m – 10am
The 5th annual Turkey Trot run/walk will be held on Sunday, November 14th at 10:00 am at Norwell High School. T-shirts will be given to the first 150 participants to pre-register. Go to the NWC website (www.norwellwomensclub.org) for the entry form and to register on line. You may also send the entry form and a $20 non-refundable check payable to The Women’s Club of Norwell on or before November 1st to P.O. Box 834, Norwell, MA 02061. After November 1st, the entry fee will be $25. Number pick-up and race day registration begins at 8:00 am. Numbers may also be picked up at Norwell High on Saturday November 13th between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm. The Kids’ Race for ages 8 and under will begin immediately after the 5k ($5 per family). Also please bring a can or box of food to be donated to the Norwell Food Pantry.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Help is needed for Registration (pre-race day and race day), Timing and Results (posting mile markers, calling out mile splits, directing runners) and the Kids Race!!
DECEMBER ORNAMENT and COOKIE SWAP – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2 – 7:30pm – The home of Cheri Farley – 7 Autumn Lane
Celebrate the holidays!! Exchange ornaments and/or cookies and shop for holiday decorations of live greens cuttings for the table made by the Norwell Garden Club. Ornaments should not exceed $15 in value. Bring a friend or neighbor! You will also be able to purchase tickets to the Wine Tasting on April 8 at this meeting. Get them early before the event sells out!!
BUNNY BREAKFAST AND EGG HUNT – SATURDAY, APRIL 9. Details coming soon!
WINE TASTING EVENT – Friday, April 8
Jane Rohan and Pat Bigger are chairing the Wine Tasting Dinner to be held at Black Rock on April 8th. They have several volunteers, but welcome more; here is where “many hands really do make light work!” I would like to suggest if you have a business that you frequent and think that they would be able to donate an auction item, please contact Jane or Pat. I guarantee that you will not be placed on the solicitations committee‼ It’s much easier for a person to get one item from their favorite business than to leave this up to just a small committee. If you have an idea, drop off your one item and you’re done! Historically one of the most eagerly anticipated and successful events hosted by the Women’s Club, the Wine Tasting event is an evening of superb food with wine pairings, great auction items and a fun way to connect with friends, new and old. All of this fun, however, doesn’t happen by itself! So if you’re interested in donating a little bit of your time to help make this a great evening, please contact Wine Tasting Chair, Jane Rohan at 781-987-1448 or at janemrohan@yahoo.com.
BOWLING NIGHT – Spring
CHAIR PERSON NEEDED!!! Last year was our first bowling night a was a big hit. We are looking for someone to run this relaxed fun night. Build your own teams or wait to be assigned to a team. Last year’s chair is available for questions. Minimal work collecting participant fees, reserving the bowling alley, creating teams. Raffles are optional, but it builds the pressure to win!!
To view the updated 2010 – 2011 events chart from the NWC web-site, visit
http://norwellwomensclub.org/NWC-Events-Schedule2010-2011.pdf
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
2010-2011 membership fees are due by November 30, 2010. Please make sure to update any of your contact information when registering so you can be included in the annual yearbook. Please visit the NWC website (http://norwellwomensclub.org) to process your dues by credit card or you can send a check to P.O. Box 834, Norwell, MA 02061. Annual dues are $30.
MONTHLY MEETING DATES
Wednesday, November 17th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
Thursday, December 2nd Ornament Cookie Swap at the home of Cheri Farley, 7 Autumn Lane 7:30
Tuesday, January 11th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
Thursday, February 10 at Pat Bigger’s home, 2 Loring Drive
Wednesday, March 16th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
April: Need host
Wednesday, May 18th at the Norwell Middle School 7:30
COMMUNITY EVENTS
VINAL SCHOOL NEEDS YOUR VOTE!!!!
Help Vinal earn a grant from Clorox to support their outdoor classroom program.
Vinal has been nominated for a grant to create an outdoor classroom complete
with hiking trails and outdoor based curriculum. It’s simple, just go log on to
http://www.powerabrightfuture.com and search NORWELL.
You can vote once a day until November 1.
GET 20% OFF AT THE TOYBOX
Tuesday, November 16 – 7:30 – 9pm. 20% off for NWC members at the
TOY BOX in Hanover. Enjoy shopping without distractions with a glass
of wine or sparkling water. RSVP to toybox5@verizon.net or
call Jay at 781-826-3750.
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE production at the Company Theater – Sat. Nov. 27
Proceeds from the performance will benefit the Campus of Caring and its
mission to build a non-profit hospice home on the South Shore.
Ticket includes performance and a pre-show reception including wine,
soft drinks and cheese and crackers.
Call 781-871-2787 for tickets!
Click below to see the latest Boards & committees for 2010-2011
http://norwellwomensclub.org/Board-Committees for-10-11.pdf
The Women’s Club of Norwell
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President’s Notes DECEMBER 2010
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Holiday Greetings members!
The April 8th, 2011 wine tickets are on sale now! Wine tasting will be held at Black Rock Country Club in Hingham. Reserve your ticket with a check – you may buy a ticket for $75 or reserve a table of 8 for $600. Tickets always go fast; many tables have already been reserved. Contact Pat Bigger at tpbigger@aol.com to buy tickets.
Thursday, December 9th, Ten X Club(formerly Family Fitness) will be hosting a fashion show, wine tasting, and silent auction from 6-10 pm (30 minute fashion show by Bo Line starts at 7:30). Proceeds of the auction are being donated to the Women’s Club! Please consider stopping by for even 1 hour to show support from the Women’s Club. Their club is being completely renovated to include a spa (ready in May) and this night is their way of introducing the club to Norwell and surrounding towns. Auction items include a gift basket from Willow Designs for home decorating by Teresa Burnett (fellow member – thanks Teresa!); Curry Hardware tool set; Jan Brett books; Not Your Average Joes gift certificate; Ten X Club personal trainer services; Bo Line gift certificate; and more!
See below for Adopt-a-Family information. Please consider adopting just one person – it is not necessary to adopt an entire family. Single gift certificates such as Stop and Shop, Hannaford’s, Wal-Mart or Target are welcome too!
Sincerely,
Barbara Humphreys ~ President 781-659-2623 Barbhumphreys1@comcast.net
Pat Bigger ~ Vice President 781-659-3465 tpbigger@aol.com
Karen Reynolds ~ Vice President 781-924-1897 kmrseattle@yahoo.com
SPECIAL THANKS TO CHERI FARLEY FOR HOSTING THE COOKIE SWAP LAST THURSDAY!!
From the great company to the fabulous decorations made by the Norwell Garden Club – the night was entertaining and festive!
NWC HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
HOLIDAY FASHION SHOW AT TEN X CLUB to BENEFIT THE NORWELL WOMAN’S CLUB – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9 – 6pm – 10pm – 412 Washington Street
Let’s get a NWC group to join in a night of fashion, food, drinks and other festivities at Norwell’s Ten X Club. Meet local vendors, purchase amazing holiday gifts, bid at the silent auction and enjoy a fabulous fashion show put on by Bo Line Boutique. All proceeds benefit the Norwell Women’s Club. In the spirit of giving, toys for the Toys for Tots foundation and items for the Norwell Food Pantry will be accepted at the event. Call 781-659-6565 for more information.
ADOPT A FAMILY PROGRAM
The time has come this year for the Norwell Food Pantry to do their annual Christmas Adopt A Family Program. Last year we were able to give presents to over 250 people, we were able to do this because of the generosity of our Norwell community including the Norwell Women’s Club. The wish list will start to be turned in November 18, and we will do our best to match people up and get the emails out as quick as we can. If you are at all interested or have any questions please email or call us. If you would like to adopt an individual or a family please let us know so we can do the best to match you up with your request. For those of you who might not be interested in adopting but would still like to contribute we can always use gift cards, these are some of the locations that are requested the most, Target, Wal-Mart, Gas Card, Shaws, Stop& Shop, Hanover Mall. Thanks for all of your continued support. All gifts need to be wrapped and labeled and dropped off at the Food Pantry at Town Hall by December 14. You can contact the Adopt a Family program at norwellfp@aol.com or by calling 781-267-9683.
WINE TASTING – FRIDAY, APRIL 8 – BLACK ROCK COUNTRY CLUB – HINGHAM, MA
Raise a Glass to Charity!
We’re brining back one of our most popular fundraisers, the Wine Tasting Dinner that we have hosted many years in the past! As many of you know, we are taking a break from our fabulous fashion show and will host a Wine Tasting Dinner at Black Rock Country Club in Hingham on Friday, April 8, 2011. While that date sounds very far off, we began taking paid reservations at our Holiday Ornament and Cookie Swap and have already sold 25% of the seats in one night! Mark Lewis and MS Walker Wine and Spirits will be providing the wine. We have a wonderful sommelier booked who has access to a great portfolio of many different wines. The chef at Black Rock CC, formerly of the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Meritage Restaurant, has developed a fabulous menu for even the most discriminating palette! While the Barker Tavern staff always did a magnificent job for us, we have outgrown the size of their dining room. We have some great entertainment, silent and live auction items with a very “entertaining” auctioneer, and more surprises! Tickets are $75 per person; tables of 8 can be reserved for $600. So, gather your friends and reserve your seats asap! This event is open to everyone. To make your arrangements, contact:
Pat Bigger
tpbigger@aol.com
781-659-3465 (h)
781-740-7542 (c)
Reservations also may be made on our website www.norwellwomensclub.org
NORWELL CLOSET UPDATE
The Norwell Closet is looking for volunteers on December 9,16, 30 and January 6, 13, 20 and 27. The Closet is located on the 3rd floor of the town hall. Hours 2pm – 3:30. Please email Micci Fitzgibbons at mailto:miccifitz@aol.com if you are able to help!
DO YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO ADD TO THE CHATTER????
If you have any items for the monthly NWC Chatter newsletter, please contact Jen Fairfield directly at fairfieldengland@aol.com or at 781-987-1086.
MONTHLY MEETING DATES
Tuesday, January 11th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
Thursday, February 10 at Pat Bigger’s home, 2 Loring Drive
Wednesday, March 16th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
April: Need host
Wednesday, May 18th at the Norwell Middle School 7:30
COMMUNITY EVENTS
DECEMBER 15 – 5:30 – 7:30 – NORWELL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENT AT REGGIOS
For only $20/$25 per person, you will get a full buffet dinner including appetizers
and dessert. For more information log onto http://norwellholidayparty.eventbrite.com/
DECEMBER 29 – 3pm – 6pm – UNCLE MOE’S FAMILY BAND
Grand Army Hall – 353 Country Way, Scituate
Looking for some entertainment during vacation?? Uncle Moe’s
Family band is a great live band performance for the
entire family including singing, dancing and fun!
LIVE PERFORMANCE 4pm – 5pm
KIDS SHOWS ON THE BIG SCREEN 5:15pm – 6pm.
Cost is $5 at the door. $20 limit for a family of four or more.
Historical Society introduces two new books on Norwell – “The ABCs of Norwell” by Gertrude Daneau and “A Narrative of South Scituate-Norwell (1849 – 1963): Remembering its Past and the World Around It” by Samuel H. Olson. The books will be sold at the Historical Society Library (in the Community Room at the Middle School) on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 1:30 and 3:30. The week of Thanksgiving we will not be open, but we will be throughout December (if people want to buy a book for the holidays).
Click below to see the latest Boards & committees for 2010-2011
http://norwellwomensclub.org/Board-Committees for-10-11.pdf
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President’s Notes September 2010
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Dear Members,
Welcome back and hope everyone had a great summer. I’m looking forward to a great year working with committee chairs and members. We had a productive committee chair meeting in August and a well-attended meeting on September 15th.
Please reserve Thursday, October 14th for the annual New Member meeting to be hosted by Susie Scheller (116 Meeting House Lane). Please bring along a friend to introduce them to the club. Please email Susie to RSVP (trilogyusa@msn.com) and plan to bring a bottle of wine.
The wine tasting planning is underway and Pat Bigger (and several other people) will be assisting the wine tasting chair, Jane Rohan. Pat is working on finding a new venue for this event. We may switch from the Barker Tavern to be able to accommodate the many people who always wish to attend but cannot due to the size of the Barker Tavern. We will not be having the fashion show this year so the wine tasting will be our primary fundraising event. We will pass along more information regarding the wine tasting at the New Member meeting. Please email me or Jane if you can help with the wine tasting. We have several great volunteers but they are still looking for a few more to keep the workload manageable.
The Turkey Trot planning is also underway by Jill Donelan and will be on Sunday, November 14th. She is super organized but she would like to find a few volunteers to help with some details. See below for further information.
The Halloween Fun Day will be on Saturday, October 30th from 10-12. Please see below for more details.
Anna Brown and Adrienne Vavpetic have the dance dates all set and they are listed below.
I look forward to seeing everyone on October 14th at the new member meeting! Warmest Regards,
Barbara Humphreys ~ President 781-659-2623 Barbhumphreys1@comcast.net
Pat Bigger ~ Vice President 781-659-3465 tpbigger@aol.com
Karen Reynolds ~ Vice President 781-924-1897 kmrseattle@yahoo.com
NWC FUNDRAISING EVENTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCES – Oct. 15, Nov. 5, Jan. 21, Mar. 4, May 13
Thanks to all who helped with the sold-out dance on September 17. Chaperones are needed for future dances. Please contact Anna Brown at annacbrown@comcast.net or Adrienne Vavpetic at adrienne.vavpetic@comcast.net if interested.
HALLOWEEN FUN DAY – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30 10am -12noon – NORWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Volunteers are needed to help with the event for set up (8am – 10am), during the event (10am – 12noon) and clean up (noon – 1pm). We are also looking for donations of baked goods. If interested, please contact Sarah Burns at charlestown48@comcast.net or Sarah McDonald at sarahkmac@gmail.com.
TURKEY TROT – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14
The tentative date for the 5th Annual Norwell Turkey Trot is Sunday, November 14, 2010. In order to make this event successful and run smoothly, volunteers are needed both before and during the race. Here is a list of potential volunteer activities: Marketing and Promotion, involves distributing flyers around town; Registration, pre-race day registration and number pick-up (Saturday November 13, 2010 9am-1pm) and race-day registration (8:30-9:45am); Timing/Results, involves posting mile markers along the course, calling out mile splits, directing runners at turns, setting up water stations, and helping at the finish line; Kids Race Coordinator; Fundraising and Sponsorship, involves sending out letters to past sponsors, identifying new companies to donate goods, services or money; Food and Beverage, involves contacting local supermarkets/stores to donate food and beverages for after the race; Food Pantry Coordinator to help collect donated items and drop them off at the Norwell Food Pantry.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the race coordinator Jill Donelan jillmarie.donelan@gmail.com. In addition, if you or someone you know would be interested in sponsoring the event, please pass their name and information along. We are looking for monetary contributions, goods, and/or services.
BUNNY BREAKFAST AND EGG HUNT – SATURDAY, APRIL 9. Details coming soon!
WINE TASTING EVENT – Early February
Historically one of the most eagerly anticipated and successful events hosted by the Women’s Club, the Wine Tasting event is an evening of superb food with wine pairings, great auction items and a fun way to connect with friends, new and old. All of this fun, however, doesn’t happen by itself! So if you’re interested in donating a little bit of your time to help make this a great evening, please contact Wine Tasting Chair, Jane Rohan at 781-987-1448 or at janemrohan@yahoo.com.
Also, we are looking for wine donations! If you have a lead for possible donations, please contact Jane Rohan.
BOWLING NIGHT – Spring
CHAIR PERSON NEEDED!!! Last year was our first bowling night a was a big hit. We are looking for someone to run this relaxed fun night. Build your own teams or wait to be assigned to a team. Last year’s chair is available for questions. Minimal work collecting participant fees, reserving the bowling alley, creating teams. Raffles are optional, but it builds the pressure to win!!
To view the updated 2010 – 2011 events chart from the NWC web-site, visit
http://norwellwomensclub.org/NWC-Events-Schedule2010-2011.pdf
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
2010-2011 membership fees are due by November 30, 2010. Please make sure to update any of your contact information when registering so you can be included in the annual yearbook. Please visit the NWC website (http://norwellwomensclub.org) to process your dues by credit card or you can send a check to P.O. Box 834, Norwell, MA 02061. Annual dues are $30.
PUBLICITY UPDATE
To all committee chairs, if you have something you would like to have run in the Mariner or Patriot Ledger, please forward the information to me at least one week prior to the publishing date. For repeating events, like the dances, just a list of the dates is fine. For events that have a wider audience beyond Norwell, I will try to get the information into the Boston Globe South, as well as the local papers. If you have other suggestions for posting your event, please let me know. It’s nice to do a follow up after your event thanking sponsors, participants, etc. which can be done as a letter to the editor. Also, if you are in need of posters or fliers we are happy to help you with those items again this year. Email: phyllis@imageresolutions.com or phone: 781-659-0900.
MONTHLY MEETING DATES
Thursday, October 14th at the home of Susie Scheller, 116 Meeting House Lane 7:30
Wednesday, November 17th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
Thursday, December 2nd Ornament Cookie Swap at the home of Cheri Farley, 7 Autumn Lane 7:30
Wednesday, January 11th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
February: Need host
Wednesday, March 16th at Norwell Middle School 7:30
April: Need host
Wednesday, May 18th at the Norwell Middle School 7:30
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Used Sporting Goods and Costume Swap to benefit the Vinal School and Norwell High School boosters.
Saturday, October 2nd / 9am – Noon. Donations accepted at the Sparrel Gym September 27 – October 1 / noon – 3pm
Contact Sarah Baker at sarahjanebaker@yahoo.com for more information.
Family, Friends and Fido Walk in Wompatuck to support The Wellness Community Massachusetts South Shore.
Sunday, October 3, 2010. Registration 9am/Walk 10am. Family pledge $50/individual pledge $25.
Bring your family, friends and pets and walk to support The Wellness Community. Your participation in this event will help provide free support, classes, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. Visit http://www.thewellnesscommunitymass.org to register.
Norwell Chamber of Commerce Events
Business After Hours – The NVNA – an affiliate of Norwell Visiting Nurses and Hospice invite Chamber Members
Thurs., October 7, 4pm – 7pm
2048 Washington Street, Hanover
The Norwell Visiting Nurse Association invites Chamber Members to an Open House.
Wine and Hors d’Oeuvres will be served. 781-871-1040.
Taste of Norwell
Thursday, October 21 5:30 – 8pm
Cushing Center, Norwell
Ten area restaurants will be featured along with music and door prizes
Tickets $20/person online at norwellchamberofcommerce.com
Business After Hours
Hingham Institute for Savings
Thursday, October 28 5:30 – 7pm
5 Assinippi Avenue, Hanover
Refreshments will be served. RSVP by October 25 at norwellchamberofcommerce.com
Click below to see the latest Boards & committees for 2010-2011
http://norwellwomensclub.org/Board-Committees for-10-11.pdf
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Some of our ANNUAL EVENTS
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