January 2011 Newsletter
Wednesday, December 29th, 2010
A Note from our President –
2011 is only days away. Help ring in another great year of welcoming women to our group. And, make this your New Year’s resolution: “ I will get out of the house and treat myself to all the fun activities our club has to offer!”
Coffee Break—tours the James J. Hill House and enjoys Café Latte treats
Book Club—discusses “A High Wind in Jamaica” at Barnes and Noble
International A.M.—Dutch comfort food—perfect for a cold, January morning
Lunch Bunch—visits Hopkins’ new noodle nook
Ladies Night Out—A Chick Flick and dessert—what’s not to love!
Craft Corner–-learn to knit, or just enjoy a night around the fire with friends
See you there!
Sally
ACTIVITIES
INTERNATIONAL A.M.: Thursday, January 6th, !0:00AM—Pannekoeken Huis
4995 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park (just East of Mircle Mile Shopping Center)
Let’s forgo venturing out during these long, cold Minnesota nights. Instead, come enjoy one of their many wonderful Dutch specialties—and a hot cup of coffee—with us.
RSVP by Monday, January 4th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org
BOOKCLUB: Monday, Jan. 10th, 7:00PM—A High Wind in Jamaica
by Richard Hughes.
At Barnes & Noble: Facilitator: Lynn Jonell, Children’s author.
COFFEE: Wednesday, January 12th, 9:30AM Departure—James J. Hill House tour
And Café Latte
240 Summit Ave.?, St. Paul
Rugged stone, massive scale, fine detail, and ingenious mechanical systems recall the powerful presence of James J. Hill, builder of the Great Northern Railway. Completed in 1891, the red sandstone residence was the setting of the public and private lives of the Hill family. During our 10:00AM guided tour ($8/$6 seniors) we’ll imagine family and servant life in the Gilded Age mansion.
RSVP by Monday, January 11th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org
A carpool will leave Edina at 9:30AM
Directions: Hwy. 62-E to Hwy. 55-E to #35E-N. At Grand Ave. exit turn Left. Then Right on Pleasant to house
LUNCHEON: Thursday, January 20th, 11:15 AM Departure—Curry ‘n’ Noodles
802 Mainstreet, Hopkins 952-681-7834
This Indo-Chinese bistro serves a myriad of traditional Indian and classic Indo-Chinese creations (an inspired mix of Indian spices and Chinese styles). Whether you’re a vegetarian or a meat lover, the Curry ‘N’ Noodles assortment of flavorful foods is sure to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. Minnesota Monthly gave it high praise in their December issue. Lunch is buffet, so you can try lots of different offerings.
RSVP to by Monday, January 17th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org
A carpool will leave Edina at 11:10 AM.
LADIES NIGHT OUT: Monday, January 24th, 6:00 PM—A Movie & More
400 Southdale Center, Edina
Come meet the girls for a fun movie followed by appetizers or dessert. At www.movietickets.com you can see what’s playing at AMC Southdale 16. Then look over the Cheesecake Factory’s menu at www.thecheesecakefactory.com. We will meet inside the theater lobby choose the movie(s) well see.
RSVP by Saturday, January 22nd to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org
CRAFT CORNER: Friday, January 28th, 7:00 PM—
“Knitting for Dummies” , Etc.
At the Home of a member
It’s cold out there, and high time you learned how to make yourself a scarf. Come learn the basics of knitting—or get help with a project you’ve started. Not into knitting? Bring along any project of interest—or just get out of the house and enjoy a Friday night with the girls. Refreshments will be provided along with practice knitting needles and yarn.
RSVP by Wednesday, January 26th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org
ALL ABOUT US
Make A New Year’s Resolution–Walking at the Mall of America:
Pam Stickler tries to walk for exercise at the MOA at least 3 times a week and would enjoy a partner or two. Times are flexible, but she finds that walking at about 9:00 a.m. before the Mall opens is easier than fighting the crowds. If you’re interested please contact Pam at IcyBlueMSP@yahoo.com or 651-451-1982.