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May – June 2017 Newsletter www.gigharborwelcomeclub.com

“The Gig Harbor Welcome Club is organized exclusively for social, educational, and charitable purposes.

It shall be non-partisan, non-sectarian, and sponsors no legislative activities.”

Volume 37, Issue 6

President’s Corner with Eddie Clark

Hello Everyone

This will be my last entry as your President. The time has flown by and the Board has accomplished several things. To

mention a few; we now have a Facebook Page, the consolidation of our files is underway, our membership is over 200, and we have

two new activity groups, Canasta and Men's Poker. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as your President as it was easy when you

have so many members who are willing to support the Board and step in to help.

A special THANK YOU goes out to my Board. You should all pat yourself on the back for doing such a fine job.

The Club will be in good hands with Betty Ringlee as your new President, Patricia Frazer, Vice President, Ollie Christopher,

Treasurer, and Carolyn Sawyer, Secretary. Please support them as you have my Board.

I plan on staying active in the Club as I now will have the time to participate in other activities.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my term a very pleasant and enjoyable one.

Eddie

Vice President – Betty Ringlee This year has flown by and I have enjoyed being Vice President for the Club and am really looking forward to taking on the

duties of President. It’s an honor!

The May Luncheon will be at the Inn on Wednesday, May 3rd

, at 11:30. The meeting will include a “thank you” to this

year’s officers and installation of the new Board members elected in April. Please attend and show your support for those who work

so hard to make YOUR Club a success! The Menu will be a Cinco de Mayo buffet of chicken fajitas, handmade cheese enchiladas,

Mexican rice, black beans, tortillas, guacamole and all the fixings, with cinnamon churros for dessert. The price is $18 per

person. We must have your definite reservation by Monday, May 1st, so mail your check soon. Remember, if you reserve and then are

a “no show” the Inn bills us and we need you to pay. Thanks!

There is no General Meeting in June. However, we will have the annual ‘Thank You’ luncheon for all the Activity Group

leaders the first week in June. Please watch your e-mail for the announcement and reservation form.

The annual Picnic is scheduled for Friday, July 14th

, at the City Park at Crescent Creek. We will send out an e-mail for

volunteers and have food sign ups in the newsletter.

Lots of fun things coming up and I hope to see you soon!

Betty

Gig Harbor Welcome Club Newsletter

May - June 2017


General Meetings

Wednesday

May 3rd 11:30 am

The INN at Gig Harbor

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration held on May 5. The date is

observed to commemorate the Mexican Army's unlikely

victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May

5, 1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza.

We don’t celebrate that victory, but we like to

celebrate our outgoing and incoming Board members.

Thank you for serving us!!

Wednesday June 3rd 11:30 am

No General Meeting

Friday July 14

11:00 am

City Park at Crescent Creek

Welcome Club Summer BBQ

Mark your calendar already; details to come

We are saddened to learn of the passing of one of our Welcome Club members:

Dolores Argabright, a long-time member of the Gig Harbor Welcome Club, passed away on February 25th. Dolores was active in many groups, spearheaded the original formation of the Theatre Group, and served as the club's President 1997-1998. A Celebration of Life dinner party was held April 22nd. Dolores is survived by her husband, Wayne, her son Fred, daughter Diana, and two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Sunshine – Sharon Panchot (253) 858-2091

If you know of anyone who is ill, is in the hospital, has had a death in the family, etc.,

please call Sharon Panchot so she can offer our encouragement/support with a card or call.


Activity Groups Artists at Work New New!!!! Joann Hale (360) 329-7449 There is a new group in the making!!! Members of this group would consider themselves artists, but would not take it too seriously! They would love to paint using different media including pastels, oils, acrylics; they would love to throw a wheel for pottery work; they would love to walk in the woods and go down on their knees to take the perfect picture of the emerging spring flowers; they would love to buy all the beads from Michael’s to make fine jewelry. This new group would take field trips to art galleries and museums, visit local art shows and share ideas and concepts regarding various mediums. If that’s you would love to do as well, send an email to Joann Hale ([email protected]) or call her at 360-329-7449. An organizing meeting will be set up soon!!

Blade & Spade Nancy Christopher (253) 265-2863 Blade & Spade meets usually meets the fourth Tuesday of each month, approximately ten times a year for lectures, tours and field trips within the state (weather permitting). If you are interested in joining our garden group, please contact me. Our next field trip is on May 16th, to the Windmill Gardens in Sumner. June Benoit and Nancy Christopher will be coordinating. Then on June 27, we are going to Lakewold Gardens in Lakewood. Nancy again will be coordinating this trip. Each time we meet in Gig Harbor-Uptown at 9:30 am for carpooling. Luncheon arrangements are still pending, but we will find a nice place for lunch.

Field Trip

Tuesday May 16th, 2017

Windmill Gardens

16009 60th Street East Sumner, WA 98390

Field Trip

Tuesday June 27th , 2017

Lakewold Gardens

12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW Lakewood, WA 98499

Please direct any questions to Nancy Christopher (253) 265-2863.

Bocce Group Harris Atkins (253) 858-6270 We generally play from May through September or until the weather gets too wet. The plan is to kick off the season on Tuesday the 16th of May with an organizing meeting to determine when and how often we will play this year. We will meet on the “Green” in front of the Gig Harbor Civic Center on Grandview. I maintain a contact list of those who played last year and will send out reminder e-mails the week before. The group is open to everyone in the Welcome Club regardless of experience level so if you would like to join or have questions, send me an e-mail ([email protected] ) or give me a call at the above phone number.

mailto:[email protected]



Book Clubs

Want to make some new friends who also love to read? Looking for a place to go to talk about great books? Book groups are a great venue for both of those activities. Books are selected for reading and discussion by the members. Each member is expected to host during the year. If you would like to participate in any one of these groups, please call the coordinator listed for information. All three Book Clubs will welcome new members!

Book Club 1

Mary Atkins

(253) 858-6270

[email protected]

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month

at 1:00 p.m.

“Girl on the Train”

by Paula Hawkins

Book Discussion:

May 17th, 2017

Hostess: Pam Silcox

“The Underground

Railroad”

by Colson

Whitehead

Book Discussion:

June 15th, 2017

Hostess: Mary Atkins

Book Club 2

Rita Sabins

(253) 226-9933

[email protected]

Meets on the 2nd

Thursday of the month

at 1:00 p.m.

“The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto”

by Mitch Albom

Book Discussion :

May 11th, 2017

Hostess: Donna Snellgrove

“Border Songs

by Mitch Albom

Book Discussion :

June 8th 2017

Hostess: Patricia Frazer




Book Club 3

Joann Hale

(253) 549-6013

[email protected]

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month

at 1:00 p.m.

“State of Wonder”

by Ann Panchett

Book Discussion:

May 17th, 2017

Hostess: Noreen Scott

“Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the

Lusitania”

By Erik Larson

Book Discussion:

June 15th, 2017

Hostess: Caroline Smith

Bunco 1 Shirley Wohlman (253) 851-4063 Bunco needs some new faces to join our group on a regular basis or as a sub. Meetings are 2nd Wednesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at members’ homes. It is really fun, no skills needed, games are easy, there is time to socialize, get acquainted with each other, have some desserts and maybe even add to your mad money when you win! Please call Shirley Wohlman 851-4063.

Canasta Group - Joanne Bennett (253) 509-0123

Canasta players meet every Friday at Canterwood Country Club, 12606 54th Ave NW, (253) 851-1845. We play from 10:30 AM to around 3:00 PM. New players are welcome; it is easy to learn this rummy-based game and we are happy to train. We buy lunch at Canterwood from a menu with budget-friendly options (no cash, credit card required). Coffee, tea, water and cookies are complimentary. If you would like to be added to the roster, please contact Joanne Bennett at [email protected] or call (253) 509-0123.

Cocktailers Betty Ringlee (253)265-0965 Carolyn Whitson (253) 549-0085 Thanks to the Meissners, Gunda, Uwe, and Mark for hosting a great party in March to kick off the Spring Season. The next Cocktailers will be held on Saturday April 29th at the home of Dave and Carolyn Folsom at 6:00 pm. That is a changed date in order to accommodate those who want to attend the Memorial Service for Dolores Argabright to be held on April 22nd. May Cocktailers is cancelled since many of the regular attendees will be returning from the Gearhart trip. Upcoming hosts include Betty and David Ringlee for June, June Benoit for July, and the Meissners again in September. We have one opening for August, a prime time, so call Carolyn to sign up to host. Lots of cohosts are available to help!




We will also be handing over the reins to a new activity group leader (s) since Carolyn and I have led it for 2 years. Be thinking about who wants to take over! Thanks.

Computer Club Vic Menchaca (253) 851-2985

The computer group meets at the Gig Harbor Library main conference room on the first Thursday of the month at 2 pm. Please let me know if you would like to join us and if you have any topics you would like to discuss.

Friday Night Out Mary Atkins (253) 858-6270 or [email protected]

Friday Night Out is composed of 10 couples who celebrate the first Friday of each month. Members meet in the host couples home for appetizers & cocktails followed by dinner at a restaurant of the host choice. Dessert and fellowship follows dinner at the host home. We are presently full but if you would like to be called when an opening occurs, please call or e-mail Mary Atkins.

Genealogy Group Harris Atkins (253) 858-6270) We normally meet on the 3rd Friday of the month based on the availability of conference rooms. We meet from 2:45pm to 4:30pm in the large conference room at the Peninsula Branch of the Pierce County Library in Gig Harbor. Typically, we begin our meeting with discussing some aspect of research, e.g. data sources, research methods, records keeping; followed by a general question and answer period. Discussion topics will be sent out by reminder e-mail about a week before the meeting. We are an informal group and our objective is to explore family history research techniques and tools, share experiences and discuss problems in our research. The only qualifications are an interest in family history and a willingness to contribute to the discussions. You can come every month or only when we are discussing a topic in which you are interested. Experience in genealogy is not required. If you have questions you can contact me at [email protected] or at the above phone number

Let’s Do Dinner Paula Stockbridge & Ron Talley (253) 358-5990 The Let's Do Dinner group held their March dinner in Jack and Roselyn Knowlden's home. The April dinner was hosted by Ron Talley and Paula Stockbridge. We invite our friends in Welcome Club who have not participated before or who would like to join us as a guest to see what a nice evening we have to contact the coordinators, Paula Stockbridge and Ron Talley, and let us know that you are interested. We will provide you with a calendar of scheduled dinners and put you on our guest list. Dinner hosts provide the entree and wines, and guests bring the sides, salads and desserts. And by the way, you can serve what you want: it can be elaborate or not; it can be pizza, it can be hamburgers, anything goes, as long as it’s homemade!!! We normally set up groups of 8 with one or more hosts. It is a lively group and the food is always great. Come join us!!

Lunch Bunch Grace Rowe (253) 851-6200 New members or old ones are most welcome to join us at different restaurants each month. We meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month. If you did not sign up to attend at previous month, you must call Grace or the hostess for the current month to have your name added to the reservation list. We do not call to remind you. If you have to cancel your reservation a phone call is most appreciated. A very enjoyable group; meet new friends or catch up with old ones. We lunch from Gig Harbor to Port Orchard, University Place and Tacoma. Come help us plan where to try next. Thank you all for the support these past years. See you for lunch.



Mah-Jongg Group Rita Sabins (253) 226-9933

We meet every Tuesday at Canterwood Country Club, 12606 54th Ave NW, 253- 851-1845 We play from 10:30 a.m. to about 3:00 PM. We bring our lunch in the winters but they supply us with free coffee, teas, water. We play the American version with a card. We are always looking for new players and would love to have you. Would you like to be placed on our weekly reminder list? We send out a reminder Saturday or Sunday or so to see how many tables we have, that way we know how many games to bring. Please contact Rita Sabins at 253-226-9933 or [email protected]

Men’s Breakfast Group Bill Evans (253) 265-0049

The Welcome Club Men’s Breakfast group meets the 2nd Saturday of each month. We normally have a program presented by members of our group. Call Bill for more information or if you would like to be put on the notification list.

Men’s Golf Jim Terry (253) 509-2557

Where we have been rained or snowed out several times this past winter we are starting off our spring/summer season with a bang. So far we have had good weather at Allenmore golf course; some rain at Gold Mountain Cascade course and no rain at McCormick Woods. We are off to Port Ludlow golf course this week. Our turn-out has been between 12 to 14 golfers per week. We look forward to seeing you all on the course and remember: “Just grip-it-an-rip-it”.

Men’s Poker Bill Evans (253) 265-0049 Ray Kittelberger (253) 549 -2195 This new group will have a different host monthly and the night selected is the second Tuesday @ 6:00PM at the host’s home, where a light dinner, soft drinks and beer will be served. The Group is open to new members. We currently have seven original members and five subs. We strive to have seven members for a card game and several subs. Two groups would have fourteen members and probably six subs. If interested members contact Bill Evans 253-265-0049 or Ray Kittelberger 253-549-2195.

Needle Arts Sharon Panchot (253) 858-2091 Needle Arts meets on the first Thursday of the month at 10:30 am at members’ homes. Our individual projects include knitting, crocheting, embroidery, counted cross-stitch/needlepoint, quilting, or sometimes just doing some hand-sewing - whatever we enjoy. We stay through lunch and always enjoy some good conversation. We'll be meeting at Karen Anderson's home on Thursday, May 4th, and on Thursday, June 1st, Carolyn Folsom will host our group. An e-mail reminder will be sent to group members a few days before each meeting, but please be sure to RSVP to the

hostess so she'll know you're planning to come.

Double-Deck Pinochle Group Joyce Fischlin (253) 858-3898 The Double-Deck Pinochle Group plays on the third Tuesday of each month. We meet at The Lodge at Mallard’s Landing, second floor, and play from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. We play for fun and everyone is welcome – couples, singles, men, and women. So, if you are interested in joining us, give me a call or send me an email ([email protected]).

Sailing Activity Group Bob Himes (253) 509-0113 The month of May signals the end of cold, rainy weather and the beginning of the sailing season. The Sailing Group schedules at least two outings per month (depending on wind, weather, tides, and crew availability) for 4 – 6 hour day sails out of the Harbor aboard a Catalina 310 sailboat from May through September. While there is ample opportunity for members to get some time at the helm and trim sails, no prior sailing experience is required, just an appreciation of being out on the water in a fresh breeze with good company. In past sailing seasons we’ve spotted harbor seals, sea lions, orcas, and attracted Pacific dolphins who like to swim around the boat. Please contact Bob Himes (253-509-0113) to find out more about this group and express interest in joining us for the 2017 season. A preliminary schedule for May will be distributed via e-mail by April 25th with instructions on signing-up to crew on a scheduled date.



Travel Club Mary Bennett (253) 851-2844 ([email protected]) Dottie Pringle (253) 858-9313 ([email protected])

The Travel Club meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Rosedale Village Club House at 7:00 pm. Call one of the coordinators for the access code to the gate. Please come with your ideas,

When Where What

Tour of the Smith Tower in Seattle on March 29th

Mary Marques

Mary Bennett

Sharon Panchot

Dottie Pringle

Tuesday thru Thursday

May 23 -- 25, 2017 Gearhart-by-the-Sea, Gearhart, Oregon

This will be a few fun filled days on the coast of Oregon. Call Gearhart by the Sea Resort, 1-800-547-0115 for reservations. Let Bill Evans, [email protected] know that you are planning to go.

Saturday

June 10, 2017

Terra Cotta Warrior of China

Exhibit @ Seattle Science Center

It's a rare opportunity to view a sampling of the unique talent of the ancient craftsmen. Reservations should be made through Freedom Tours at 1-360-785-3188. Tour includes transportation to the Seattle Science Center from Tacoma, an IMAX presentation, and entrance to the exhibit.

Friday

June 30, 2017 Rainiers Baseball Game, Cheney Park

Join us for an evening supporting our local baseball team. The price includes a hot dog meal, entrance charge and fireworks. Bring the family. The money needs to be in to Mary Bennett, 851-2844, by May 1st.

Cost is - $13.50

Saturday thru Tuesday

August 19 - 22, 2017 Total Solar Eclipse

Those wanting to experience a Total Blackout Solar Eclipse are planning to travel to Central Oregon for the viewing. Lodging will be at the Whispering Woods Resort in Welches, Oregon - 1-503-622-3171. Also, let Dottie Pringle know you will be going in order to coordinate the activities.





When Where What

September 7 – 16, 2017 Great Lakes Cruise

Approx. $7,168-7,568 pp., depending on choice of cabin.

A 10-day cruise being offered by Alexander & Roberts. Valerie, from AAA is helping us with the arrangements. The cruise starts at Chicago and ends in Toronto. The price includes all shore excursions, gratuities, and airport transfers. Contact Valerie Rose at AAA, 253-756-3035 to make reservations, and let her know that you are part of the Welcome Club party.

Spring 2018

Date not yet decided Cuba Trip

Fathom Five is offering a cruise to Cuba which includes a 7-Day trip stopping at three cities in Cuba. There will be shore excursions during the day and ship board meals and lodging at night. Information on this trip can be obtained from Valerie Rose at AAA, 253-756-3035.

. Walking Group Irene Kelton (857-2485) The Walking Group walks every other week, on Fridays; we always meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Gig Harbor downtown Post Office parking lot. The walking group dates are as follows:

May June

Friday,5th Friday, 2nd

Friday, 19th Friday, 16th

Friday, 30th


Board of Directors/ Officers

President

Eddie Clark 480-236-1093 [email protected]

Vice President

Betty Ringlee 253-265-0965 [email protected]

Secretary

Mary Bennett 851-2844 [email protected]

Treasurer

Darrell Anderson 206-933-8109 [email protected]

Past Presidents

Mary Marques 858-7926 [email protected]

Jerry Smith 265-8302 [email protected]

Standing Committees

Membership

Mary Marques 858-7926 [email protected]

Publicity

Alice Anderson 861-4942 [email protected]

Ambassador

Karen Evans 988-3479 [email protected]

Directory

Darrell Anderson 206-933-8109 [email protected]

Newsletter

Gunda Meissner 677-3455 [email protected]

Proofreader

Sharon Panchot 858-2091 [email protected]

Sunshine


Scrapbook


A hearty Welcome to our newest Members!

[Please add to your printed directory.]

Joan Bayley

10142 Sentinel Loop

Gig Harbor, WA 98332

Home: 206-784-5886

Cell: 206-910-2820

[email protected]

Leslie Bratspis

14015 98th St Ct KPN


Home: 253-858-8949

Cell: 253-509-2607

[email protected]

Tineke & Larry Geringer

5014 63rd Ave NW


Home: 253-851-8895

Cell: 253-380-3409

[email protected]

Don & Maureen Joslyn

7021 Prestwick Lane SW

Port Orchard, WA 98367

Home: 360-519-3963

Cell: 253-514-0421

[email protected]

Linda & Patrick McMullen

1513 56th Ave Ct NW


Home: 253-313-5976

Linda Cell: 720-273-1898

Patrick Cell: 303-847-5015

Linda: [email protected]

Patrick: [email protected]

Marianne & Verner Stillner

8510 Goodman Dr NW


Marianne Cell: 206-992-3495

Verner Cell: 206-992-3496

Marianne: [email protected]

Verner: [email protected]

Website

Steve Marques 858-7926 [email protected]

Mark Meissner 677-4654 [email protected]

May Birthdays

Darlene Galaviz 5/1

Norene Scott 5/2

Arlene Babbitt 5/3

Rebecca Anglemyer 5/4

Edgar (Ted) Sanford 5/4

Karen Evans 5/5

Don Douglas 5/6

Jim Terry 5/8

Marjory B. Newman 5/12

Mary Bennett 5/18

Ron Talley 5/21

Marcia Nolan 5/23

Neal Van Der Voorn 5/24

Gloria Anderson 5/31

Gerald Reed 5/31

June Birthdays

Jan Reeder 6/1

Don Rolf 6/1

Sue McAlpine 6/3

Kathy McDaniel 6/4

June Rittenburg 6/9

Angie Picchi 6/11

Richard Neilssien 6/15

Bill Rose 6/16

Ilene Tucker 6/16

Gary Ahlstrand 6/19

Karen Knowle 6/19

Marilyn Holst 6/20

Richard Van Cise 6/20

Kat Baasch 6/21

Linda McMullen 6/21

Wayne Miller 6/23

Theresa Cosgrove 6/25

Jacque Burdette 6/28

Gregg Roberts 6/28

Helen Davis 6/30
























Gig Harbor Welcome Club

May General Meeting Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017

The Inn at Gig Harbor 3211 56th Street NW

Gig Harbor, WA 98335 Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

“Thank You ” to the outgoing Board Members

“Installation” of the new incoming Board Members

Please attend and show your support for those who work so hard

to make YOUR Club a success!

Cinco de Mayo Buffet Chicken Fajitas, Cheese Enchiladas, Mexican Rice, Black Beans, Tortillas

Guacamole and all the Fixings

Cinnamon Churros

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Yes, I will be coming to the General Meeting at the Inn of Gig Harbor, May 3rd, 2017

First Name _______________ and ______________ Last Name: ___________________________

Phone: __________________________ Cell Phone: ________________________________________

Names of guests I am/we are bringing: _____________________________________________________

I/we have enclosed $18.00/pp. to cover the costs. (Please note no refunds.)

Your check should be mailed prior Friday, April 28th, 2017

Check to be made payable to ‘Gig Harbor Welcome Club’. Please mail to:


P. O. Box 1122


If you mail late you MUST also notify the Treasurer, Darrell Anderson (206-933-8109) to be included.



Annual Pot-Luck Picnic Friday, July 14, 2017

Crescent Creek Park Gig Harbor

11:30 am to 5:00 pm Lunch to be served at 1:00 pm

We will have fun with good food, conversation and games!

We will have tables for card or board games, plus bean bag horseshoes and Bocce balls.

Do bring chairs and any other games that you would like to play.

Bring sun screen and hats, bring the kids, and bring the dog!!

Crescent Creek Park is located at 3303 Vernhardson St.

Across from the mouth of the harbor.

Bring your favorite dish to share. Tableware and Beverages will be provided.

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Yes, I/we will be coming to the Welcome Club Annual Potluck Picnic

First Name ____________________and_________________ Last Name: __________________________________

Phone: ____________________________________ Cell Phone: _________________________________

Names of guests I am/we are bringing:

________________________________________________________________________________________

Type of dish I/we will bring:_____________________________________________________________

Reservation should be mailed prior to July 3, 2017.


P. O. Box 1122



Mailing Label

“The Gig Harbor Welcome Club is organized exclusively for social, educational, and charitable purposes. It shall be non-partisan, non-sectarian, and sponsors no legislative activities.”

For more information visit our website www.gigharborwelcomeclub.com

Gig Harbor Welcome Club c/o Membership P.O. Box No. 1122 Gig Harbor, WA 98335 [email protected]

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