EDINA NEWCOMERS

A Note from our President…..
Wow—it sure feels like spring is here! We deserve it after our cold winter. But, my born-n-bred in Minnesota heart tells me not to put away my winter coat just yet. Whatever the weather, please come enjoy some warm times with the Newcomers this month…..

• If you enjoy playing Rummy, you’ll love Rummy Cube Night–complete with a view from Tammy’s 8th floor condo.
• Tour Macy’s new spring home décor looks at our Coffee.
• Get a look at local art collections on the Wanderers tour of the MIA.
• Barring another snow storm, (don’t think it can’t happen) learn about Barb’s trip to Peru on International Night.
• Enjoy fabulous, fresh, homemade pasta at Broder’s Pasta Bar on Ladies Night Out.
• Our Luncheon is at It’s Greek to Me-–a local favorite for years.
• Come relax after a long day with Wine and Cheese at Tryg’s.
• Finally, if you loved Slumdog Millionaire, you’ll want to see the Ragamal Dance troupe’s performance at the Southern Theater. Call Teri now to get the group rate for May’s International Night!
• Check out all the details below….
  

See you there!

Sally

Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

APRIL ACTIVITIES

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY: Monday, April 6th, 6:00PM—Rummy Cube Party, at the home of a member
Rummy Cube is an interesting, easy-to-learn and addicting variation of card Rummy. It incorporates aspects of dominoes, chess and mahjong, utilizing four different sets of tiles. Please bring a hearty appetizer, salad or bottle of wine to share. See www.easyrummy.net for more info on the game.
RSVP by Saturday, April 4th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

BOOKCLUB––Tuesday, April 7th, 7:00PM—at the home of a member The Book Thief’s uniquely constructed story is told by Death, who is trying to make sense of the horrors of WWII. It relates the tale of Liesel – a young German girl whose book-stealing and story-telling talents help sustain her family, neighbors, and the Jewish man they are hiding. It sounds like a very sad story, but the story of Leisel is actually heart-warming and wonderful example of rising above some dire circumstances and finding joy in simple pleasures.
RSVP by Saturday, March 28th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

COFFEE: Wednesday, April 8thth, 10:00AM––Macy’s Home Store
7235 France Avenue 952-896-2160
Meet us at Macy’s Home Store for coffee and treats. Macy’s Interior Designers will give us a preview of the new spring trends and a tour of their Trend Home. We’ll learn more about their design class, and how to incorporate the new spring colors into our existing home décor.
RSVP by Saturday, April 4th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

WANDERERS: Thursday, April 9th, 11:45 Departure—
Tour Minneapolis Institute of Arts, 2400 Third Ave. S. Mpls.
The current “Noble Dreams & Simple Pleasures” exhibit offers a glimpse of treasured works by American artists held by dozens of Minnesota’s private collectors. We’ll view more than 140 works of art by Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, James Whistler, etc. My friend and docent Marcy Rinek will give us a guided tour of the highlights. Admission to the exhibit is $8, but free to museum members. Two complimentary tickets are included in the museum adventure pass available through local libraries. A carpool leaves Edina at 11:45AM, or, meet us at the information desk just before the 12:30 tour.
RSVP by Tuesday, April 7th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org
Directions: See www.artsmia.org for directions and parking.

INTERNATIONAL NIGHT: Wednesday, April 15th, 7:00PM–– Destination: Peru, At the home of a member We’ll escape Minnesota and take a trip through the rain forest—if only vicariously—as Barb shares her photos and experiences from a recent trip to Peru, and a hike up to Machu Picchu.
RSVP by Monday, February 23rd to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

LADIES’ NIGHT OUT: Monday, April 20th, 6:30PM—
Dinner at Broder’s Pasta Bar
5000 Penn Ave., Mpls. 50th/Penn 612-925-9202
Across the street from their original deli, each of the 21 or so pastas on the menu at Broder’s Pasta Bar gets an individual sauté of ingredients with fresh garlic and herbs added at the right moment, and served steaming hot. Unlike the majority of restaurants who use high-speed extruders, great care is taken in the daily production of their fine egg pasta (sold to cook at home at the deli). Rounding out this delicious formula are antipasti, salads, dessert and an Italian wine list. RSVP by Saturday, April 11th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

LUNCHEON: Wednesday, April 22nd, 11:00AM Departure—
It’s Greek To Me, 626 East Lake St., Mpls. (Lake St./Lyndale)
Located in the heart of Minneapolis, It’s Greek to Me has been a Twin Cities landmark for over 25 years. The menu offers a variety of traditional Greek favorites from Moussaka, savory pies of spinach and cheese to Greek style grilled meats and seafood–plus daily specials. A carpool leaves Edina at 11AM or meet us there at 11:30.
RSVP by Monday, April 20th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

WINE AND CHEESE: Tuesday, April 28th, 6:30PM—Tryg’s
3118 West Lake St, Minneapolis 612-920-7777
Join the group as we relax over a friendly drink, appetizers or even dinner if you choose. Tryg’s is beautifully located across from Lake Calhoun, and if we’re lucky, and the weather is warm, we can enjoy the view from their stone patio. RSVP by Sunday, April 26th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org
Directions and menus at: http://www.trygs.com/

RESERVE NOW FOR MAY

INTERNTIONAL NIGHT: Sunday, May 3rd, 6:30 Carpool Departure—
Ragamala Dance Theatre
Southern Theater, 1420 Washington Ave. S., Mpls.

Sthree is a haunting contemporary adaptation that explores the underlying tension between the principles of karma and dharma, the basis of the Hindu belief system. Drawing from the exquisite classical dance form of southern India, Ragamala brings to their audience a synthesis of the philosophy, mythology and spirituality of their Indian heritage. The customs are beautiful and the dancing is amazing —a really great show overall. This MN Dance Company has been recognized throughout the U.S. and overseas in the past few years.
RSVP by Wednesday, April 15th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org. Once we know who’s interested, we’ll negotiate a discounted rate for our group.
Directions: The theater is in the 7 Corners area. Go North on 35W to the “U of M/3rd Street” exit—stay in “West Bank” lane. Turn right onto Washington Ave. A public ramp is at Washington/15th Ave. next to Holiday Inn, and right around the corner from the Southern.

BOOKCLUB: May Discussion Date TBA-–Until They Bring The Streetcars Back, by Stanley Gordon West, offers a nostalgic journey through the streets of post-war 1949 Saint Paul—those wistful days of ten-cent sodas, big band music, and burning leaves. West weaves rollicking humor, riveting suspense and a bittersweet love story into the fabric of those optimistic times. (West is the author of Finding Laura Buggs which we discussed in 2004) Reserve you copy atHCLib.org now.

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