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NEWCOMER NEWS Women Welcoming Women to the Grand Strand
www.newcomersgs.org 235 Members October 2015
Where does the time go? Fall in the Myrtle Beach
area brings a whole new set of activities to
explore….more golfing, all kinds of festivals and
the planned events we have for our membership. If
you are looking for groups to join, see Susan
Columbus and Donna Erickson about our special
interest groups. Don’t forget to see Marilyn Keyser
and Gerri Levine to check out all the special events
that are coming up too. Make sure you stop by the
reservations table to sign up for our October
luncheon at Joe’s Bar and Grill. I’ve heard so many
good things about this restaurant and am really
looking forward to it! Our fundraisers are hard at
work selling Entertainment Books and don’t forget
to pick up your coupon for Belk Charity Days. The
sales at Belk’s on this day are really terrific and
buying a coupon through the club means that money
goes directly to our charity fund. Lastly, don’t
forget to say hello to the “New”comers you met last
month! Have a great month and Happy Halloween!
The holidays will soon be upon us!
Mary Costello
IMPORTANT DATES CUT OUT AND SAVE!
October 7 October 28 – Joe’s Bar & Grill
November 4 November 18 - Rios
December 2 December 16 – Parson’s
Table
January 6 January 27 – Inlet Affairs
February 3 February 24 – Pine Lakes
March 2 March 23* - Pawley’s
Plantation
April 6 April 27 – Martini’s
May 4 May 25 – Kimbel’s
* March 23 – Spring Fashion Show Fundraiser
Information for the November
Newsletter is due to the Editor, Tilda
Generoso no later than October 21.
You may e-mail articles to
[email protected] (be sure to put
Newcomer’s Newsletter on the subject line).
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When: 1st Wednesday of the month (Sept-May)
Where: Carolina Forest Community and Rec Ctr.
2254 Carolina Forest Blvd., Myrtle Beach, 29579
Registration: 9:30 a.m. (please do not arrive
earlier as the Coffee Hostesses, Activity Group
Chairpersons and sponsors are busy preparing the
room.)
Business Meeting begins: 10:00 a.m.
October Coffee Program: Maureen Shaffer-
Certified Image Consultant
November Coffee Program: Sponsor Fair
“Coffee” Refreshments
The Coffee Committee welcomes you back to
Newcomers for the 2015-16 season! Our chairman
this year is Nancy Michaud. Our responsibility is to
be sure that coffee & tea are ready, pitchers of water
are out, and the goodies (provided by our members)
are out on the table for your enjoyment prior to the
meeting. A sign-up sheet will be passed around at
each Coffee asking for volunteers to bring snacks
for the next Coffee. Please remember our diabetic
members.
Being on the Coffee Committee has some great
perks...(1) great opportunity to meet other ladies as
they drop off their goodies and/or come to get their
coffee and (2) since we put the goodies out, we get
to see everything first (and maybe have a taste)!
So, if you think you would like to join us as a
member of the Coffee Committee, please stop by to
speak with Nancy in the kitchen or call her at 609-
577-5670 / [email protected].
Remember to wear your name tag at all
Newcomer events!!
The luncheons are usually held on the fourth
Wednesday of the month, September through
May. The locations of the luncheons are planned by
the Second Vice Presidents in coordination with the
Club Board and are held at various facilities on the
Grand Strand. An interesting program is always
presented at these luncheons.
Please make every attempt to make your reservation
for the luncheon at the monthly Coffee. Sharon
Faas and Myra Spitzhoff will be seated at a table at
the back of the room where you can pay for your
lunch. Cash or checks are accepted. Make checks
payable to "Newcomers". Exact change would be
greatly appreciated if you are paying in cash. No
money can be refunded to a member after the final
reservations have been made. If you cannot make
your reservation at the Coffee, you may call Myra
Spitzhoff at 704-241-2904 (between 9 am and 6 pm
as a courtesy). Then mail your check to her at 1174
Shire Way, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Reservations
and payment MUST be received by the Wednesday
preceding the event.
OCT 28 LUNCHEON!!!
When: Wed., Oct. 28, 2015 - 11:30 am.
Where: Joe’s Bar and Grill, 810 Conway St., N.
Myrtle Beach. 843-272-4666
Directions: 17 bypass North. It is across the street from
House of Blues, behind Olive Garden. Parking is across
the street.
Menu Choices: 1 – Prime Rib au jus w/Béarnaise sauce
2 – Chicken Parm, baked and served over linguini
w/marinara sauce
3 – Salmon chargrilled and served with sauce of the
day
4 – Shrimp Louis lightly dusted w/flour, and
sautéed in a white wine and garlic sauce served over
rice
Includes: Soup, salad, starch, veggies and bread
Price: $20 pp (beverage, tax and tip included)
Program: Longbay Threshold Singers
November Program: Lindsay Shaffer-American
Sign Language Interpreter and Educator
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SNIPPETS
Community News - Please check out the round table at the front of the room for community news.
Free lunch – Don’t forget to put your name in the basket for the sponsors give away every month. The basket is on
the hospitality table as you come in the front door and sign in. Please do this before the meeting begins.
Attraction Books - When you think about buying the Grand Strand Attraction Book for yourself or as a gift, please
think of Newcomers as your source. Remember every dollar we receive goes to charity! See Susan Pickard or Monika
Karr.
Brown Bag Auction – Plan now to attend our December Coffee. Keep an eye out during your shopping expeditions
for a gift valued at $15 or more, for you to donate to our auction. Wrap your gift in a box or bag and make it as eye
catching as possible. We want your bag to entice people to bid, bid, and bid! You can even re-gift as long as the item
is new. You may also bring more than one bag if you like. This auction is a lot of fun and, as always, all the money
goes to our charities. Call Marilyn Keyser at 843-8-8-8921 with any questions.
A friendly cell phone reminder - Please be courteous and put your cell phone on vibrate or silent during our meetings.
Get the latest copy of your newsletter on line at - www.newcomersgs.org .
The Newcomers Club offers a wide range of groups to suit your interest. If you want to join one of the groups
listed or want to start a new one, check off areas of interest when submitting your membership form or contact
our Interest Group Coordinators: Sue Columbus or Donna Erickson. Also, you can visit our Interest Group
table at the next coffee for more information.
Maryland Group: (Bernadette Kahl, [email protected] or 843-361-8434) The Maryland Ladies will be hosting
an October Fest on October 22 at 5:30 p.m. at Horst Gausthaus on 37th
Avenue in North Myrtle Beach. For
more info and directions call Bernadette Kahl at 843-361-8434.
New Jersey Group: (Michele Freeman, [email protected] or (609)304-8276). If you were born,
lived or just drove through the Garden State, join us for lunch at Noon on the 4th
Friday of every month.
New York Group: (Ruth Ruff at [email protected] or 997-9532.) This group is open to any member who
has relocated here from New York State. We meet for lunch on the third Wednesday of each month at a local
restaurant. If you wish to join please contact Ruth Ruff. Hope to see you there.
Ohio/PA Group: (Maureen Shaffer at [email protected] or call 330-518-5182).
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Book Club: The book club meets on the third Monday of each month at either Socastee Library or Carolina
Forest Library at 10:30 AM. The group is flexible and welcoming. If you love to read and discuss what you’ve
read, we would love to have you join us. If you are interested in joining us, please contact M. J. Martin at 651-
5390 or [email protected].
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Here are the selections for the next two months: October 19 - Girl on a Train by Paula Hawkins;
November 16 - The Nightingale by Kristen Hannah Bowling: Sherrie Andress 437-9950 or [email protected].
Bridge Group: (Suze Cox at [email protected] ) This group meets the 3rd
Wednesday of each month. Contact
Suze for time and place.
Dine Around (North/Central) couples and singles dine at local restaurants and then enjoy dessert and coffee at
a host’s home.
Dine Around (South) couples and singles dine at local restaurants and then enjoy dessert and coffee at a host’s
home. Lynne James@[email protected] or 303-519-4702.
Euchre: a Midwestern card game. Donna Erickson 945-9137 or [email protected]
Game Night: play different card or board games once a month. Charlotte Siuda 650-4356 or
Gardening: share tips on great gardening and native landscaping.
Golf Group: Co-chairs Carol Chop and Jackie Miles. Golfers get together twice a month during the Fall and
Spring, weather permitting. If you are interested in golfing or would like more information, please contact
Carol Chop at 941-812-3448 – [email protected] or Jackie Miles at 336-462-7365 – [email protected]
Knitting/Crafts: (Wendy Marguiles at [email protected])
Mah Jongg South Strand: this group meets at Chelsea Joes every Monday at 10 a.m. Contact Gail Hilt 215-
0627 [email protected] or Rita Hulme 650-9072 [email protected]
Mah Jongg North/Central: (Loraine Girardin 903-7116 or [email protected]) This group meets the 2nd
and 4th
Thursday of each month at Plantation Lakes Clubhouse in Carolina Forest at 10:30 a.m.
Movie and Dinner: Singles and couples meet at various theatres in the area to enjoy a movie and dinner once a month.
Movie and Lunch: This group meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Grand 14 Theatre at Market
Commons with lunch immediately following the movie.
Mah Jongg info: The Grand Strand Senior Center on 21st teaches Mahjongg on Wednesdays from 12-3 for
anyone who is interested in learning how to play. You must be a member of the Senior Center to take the class.
The cost to join is $20.
Walking – walking in different neighborhoods once a week. Sue Columbus 213-1476 [email protected]
Each August our Newcomers Board and our President select the charitable and service organizations we’ll be
working to help support during the year.
President’s Pick: For this year, President Mary Costello has selected the Independence Fund Hyperbaric and
Wellness Center in North Myrtle Beach. This registered charity is committed to improving the lives of veterans
by providing life changing therapies including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, neuro-feedback, wave-therapy,
counseling and other services. Treatments are done in a drug-free environment, at no cost to veterans. Services
are also available to children and adults who suffer from stroke, autism and other neurological and pain related
disorders, with payment required. Treatments generally last from 4-6 weeks. The Center provides housing for
veterans and their families. The Center is also in need of volunteers.
The Board has chosen two charities: Savannah's Playground and Teen Angel. Savannah’s Playground is
being constructed in the Market Common neighborhood. The mission of this project is to provide a safe area
for social interaction and exercise for children of all abilities through enabling playgrounds and programs
designed to address special needs.
Teen Angel is aimed at addressing critical needs of homeless and near-homeless students at North Myrtle Beach
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High School. Books, school supplies, prescriptions, transportation to doctor's appointments, clothing...pretty
much anything a teenager needs in order to stay in school until graduation is supplied.
If anyone has any questions about our charities, or if you would like information on volunteering to help any of
these choices, please contact Wendy Margulies at 843-399-3106.
Purple Bucket: As our new year begins, we have decided to renew the Purple Bucket Collection. Each month,
at our Coffee and again at our Luncheon, we will pass a purple bucket around for your voluntary contributions
to the registered charitable organization selected by the Board for that month.
For the month of October, we have selected the Bright Blue Sea Bookshelf. Dedicated to creating a culture of
literacy in our communities, volunteers build bright blue bookshelves to be located in various Georgetown and
Horry County locations. Members of our communities are then asked to donate gently used children’s books
for these shelves. Children may select and keep the books they choose, sometimes being the first book they
have ever owned. To date, over 6000 books have been distributed. We are also asking members to bring a
gently used book for a young child as a donation to this project.
As always, your contributions are voluntary and very much appreciated.
The Special Events Committee is co-chaired this year by Marilyn Keyser and Gerri Levine. If you have any
comments or ideas for planned activities, please see Marilyn or Gerri when you come to the monthly Coffee.
They will be set up at a table every month at the Coffee and will be available for you to sign up for any of the
events that are has planned. If you will not be at the Coffee and want detailed information, you may call
Marilyn at 843-808-8921 or e-mail at [email protected] or call Gerri Levine at 843-236-8342 or e-
mail [email protected].
Tuesday, October 13 – 12:30 p.m. – Luau at The Cooper House, 6011 Dick Pond Road, Myrtle Beach, SC
29588. Cost is $25. Menu includes Tropical Pineapple Salad, Asian Cole Slaw, Roasted Pork, Marinated
Grilled Chicken Breast with Papaya Chutney, Roasted Squash Casserole, Corn O’Brien, Pineapple Upside
Down Dessert, Iced Tea and Coffee. Please dress in Hawaiian or floral attire.
Tuesday, November 10 - 11:00 a.m. – Delicious Thanksgiving Buffet Luncheon at Palisades Ballroom inside
the Kingston Shores Conference Center at the Hilton. Matinee show at the Alabama Theatre begins at 2:00
p.m. Husbands are welcome. $58 per person.
Friday, December 11 – 2:00 p.m. – Paint with a Passion in Carolina Forest. All supplies are included. Wine
and cheese are provided.
January – Date to be determined. HGTC Culinary School Luncheon – Fowler Culinary Arts Center, Fowler
Dining Room, Conway, SC. $13.95 plus gratuity.
Wednesday, February 17 - 10:30 a.m. - Ingram Planetarium, Sunset Beach, NC - $9 for adults and $8 for 62+.
Boundary House for lunch after.
Saturday, March 5 – 11:45 a.m. – La Belle Amie Vineyard, Little River, SC. $8 per person. Bring 3 cans of
non-perishables and get $3 off. Music festival with 50’s and 60’s music. Bring your own chair.
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Welcome to Newcomers of the Grand Strand. Dues are $20.00 per year, payable in September for
returning members and new members are asked to pay when joining. A current membership list will be
available at the hospitality desk when you enter the building. Please check to be sure your personal information
is correct. Members who have lost their Newcomers pin may purchase a replacement pin at the Coffee for
$3.00. Any errors please report to Ruth Ruff (997-9532 [email protected]) or Linda Nitz (385-7289
[email protected]). Thank you!
Please welcome the following new members: Ann Beck, Linda Cycnoski, Barbara Drosso, Leslie Eckert,
Janice Hickman, Anita Miller, Carole Olenik, Genevieve Rack, Heather Rupnik, Helene Taylor, Theresa
Tordsen and Rita Whalen. We also welcome back Arlene Posillico and Linda Menteforte.
Here are some of the area’s upcoming entertainment and events. If you have anything you want to contribute to this
section, whether it is a good recipe or anything you want to share with the members, please let me know in advance of
newsletter deadline by sending me an e-mail at: [email protected] - Important—please put “Newcomer Newsletter” in
subject line to call attention to your e-mail.) Thank you. Tilda Generoso-Editor.
Saturday, October 10 – 11 a.m. – Symphony Goes Vogue Fashion Show and Luncheon at Surf Golf and
Beach Club, North Myrtle Beach. Proceeds benefit The Long Bay Symphony and its youth programs and
scholarship fund. Make reservations by October 1st.
Call 843-448-8379.
Saturday, October 17 – 7:30 p.m. at Wheelwright Auditorium at CCU in Conway and Sunday, October
18 at 4:00 p.m. at Waccamaw High School Performing Arts Center in Pawley’s Island – Carolina Master
Chorale and the Long Bay Symphony perform “A German Requiem” with guest artists. Call 843-444-5774 for
tickets. $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and veterans and $5 for students up to 22 years. Peggy O’Neil will also
be selling tickets at our Coffee today.
October 03 - October 18, 2015 - 12th Annual Seacoast Artists Guild Fall Art Show and Sale
Seacoast Artists Gallery at The Market Common, 2200 South Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
October 10 - October 11, 2015, 43rd Annual Art in the Park, Chapin Park, 1400 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle
Beach, S.C.
New members will receive a copy of our Newcomers Directory when they join. Mona Hoenstien will take
pictures of new members at the monthly Coffee. An addendum to the directory will be distributed in May. If
you have any comments, corrections or questions, please see MJ Martin or call her at 843-651-5390.
Please look for our sponsors at the monthly Coffee and tell them you saw their ad
in the Newcomer’s Newsletter---they would love doing business with you!
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Beauti Control – skin care, anti-aging, spa, color analysis and makeovers are introduced in the home or office with hands
on experience. The premium products along with quality service are second to none. Celebrate being a woman!!
Contact: Maureen Shaffer at [email protected] or 330-518-5182.
Moore, Johnson & Saraniti Law Firm, P.A. – is an all-female, full service law firm helping clients with estate
planning, probate administration, family law, community associations, real estate and general litigation. They have been
serving clients for over 25 years. 843-650-9757 or [email protected].
Edward Jones - is a financial services firm dedicated to servicing the needs of individual investors. This firm
has been built on the belief that the only way to do business is on a one-on-one, personal basis. They do that by
getting to know you, understanding your goals, and developing individualized strategies to help you reach them.
The branch office administrator, Tracey, and Audrey work as a team to give you the personal service you
deserve when it comes to planning for your financial future. Please call or stop by the office, or
visit www.edwardjones.com/audrey-williamson for more information.
Audrey Williamson CFP®, ChFC®, Financial Advisor. 843-655-1382
You could see your
business card here by becoming an
ad sponsor of the Newcomers Club
of the Grand Strand.
Check with one of the Board
members or download the forms
from the website at
www.newcomersgs.com
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