A Note from our President –

February is the time for love—and who deserves it more than ourselves? So, love the one you’re with 24/7!  Indulge, comfort, educate, and celebrate her this month—Edina Newcomers & Friends is here to help.

Coffee Break—enjoys something lovin’ from the oven at Ann’s

International—explores the Mercado Central’s 48 shops

Ladies Night Out—come on, get happy at Sally’s

Lunch Bunch—samples Italian fare at the West End’s Soprano’s Kitchen

Brunch—wonderful way to spend your Saturday morning—at Lina’s

See you there!  Sally

 

ACTIVITIES

 

COFFEE BREAK: Wednesday, February 8^th, 10:00AM—at the Home of a Member

There’s always something wonderful coming hot out of the oven at Ann’s house.

Please bring a little something to share over coffee and conversation.

RSVP by Monday, February 6^th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

 

INTERNATIONAL:  Monday, February 13th, 10:00AM Departure—Mercado Central 1515 East Lake Street (at Bloomington) Mpls.    612-728-5401

There’s lots to see, smell and taste within the 48 little Mexican shops and food court.

RSVP by Friday, February 10th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers

Directions: #62 East to 35W North to Lake Street Exit.  Right on Lake to SW corner of Bloomington Ave. and Lake.

 

LADIES NIGHT OUT: Friday, February 17^h, 6:30PM —Wine and Cheese Party

At the home of a member

Enjoy a fun Friday night out with the girls.  Please bring a hearty appetizer, interesting cheese, or jug of wine to share. Sally will balance the menu as RSVPs come in.

RSVP by Monday, February 13th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

 

BRUNCH: Saturday, February 25th, 11:00AM—Cabin Fever Celebration

at the home of a Member

Get out of the house and celebrate—the end of winter is in sight. Please feel free to bring something to share.

RSVP by Sunday, February 19^th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.

 

LUNCHEON: Tuesday, February 28^th, 11:30AM—Sopranos Kitchen

5331 W. 16^th St., St Louis Park, 952-345-2400

Beat the winter blahs with the taste of Italy in the warm atmosphere of  Sopranos Kitchen – representing the best of Italy, fusing the classic tastes of Italy with modern influences. Fresh pastas made to order with the finest ingredients, sizzling steaks grilled to perfection on our wood fired grill and succulent meats slow cooked on our wood fired rotisserie.

RSVP by Monday, February 27^th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

 

BOOKCLUB:  March Date TBA—- The Tale of Halcyon Crane by Wendy Webb

A young woman travels alone to a remote island to uncover a past she never knew was hers in this thrilling modern ghost story. Recently won Minnesota Book Award.

 

A Note from our President –

Just returned from a wonderful 2 weeks in Puerto Rico.  Can’t believe this crazy un-Minnesota winter! 2012 is only days away. Help us ring in another great year of welcoming women to community. And, make this your New Year’s resolution: “ Despite the weather, I will get out of the house and treat  myself to all the fun activities Edina Newcomers & Friends has to offer!”

Coffee Break—take a post-holidays break at Elaine’s

Lunch Bunch—enjoy California cuisine at Mill Valley

International—explore the shops and food at Mercado Central

Tea & Book Talk—discuss White Tiger at Susan’s

Friday Night Crafts–knit, or just enjoy a night around the fire with friends

Ladies Night Out—meet the gang for Happy Hour at the Galleria Crave

See you there!         Sally

 

ACTIVITIES

 

COFFEE BREAK: Wednesday,  January 11th,  10:00AM—at the home of  a member

The holiday frenzy will all be behind us.  Enjoy a relaxing morning with friends.  Please bring a treat to share.

RSVP by Monday, January 9th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

 

LUNCH BUNCH: Thursday, January 12^th, 11:30AM—Mill Valley Kitchen,

3906 Excelsior Blvd. (at France Ave.)    St Louis Park       952-358-2000

There’s lots of buzz about this relatively new restaurant which features Northern California cuisine. They strive to provide fresh, local sustainable ingredients and have a nice variety of choices to tempt you. All nutritional information is included in their menu.

RSVP by Tuesday, January 10^th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

 

INTERNATIONAL: Monday, January 23rd, 10:00AM Departure—Mercado Central

1515 East Lake Street (at Bloomington) Mpls.    612-728-5401

There’s lots to see, smell and taste within the 48 little Mexican shops and food court.

A carpool will leave Edina at 10:00AM   Or, arrange to meet us there at 10:30.

RSVP by  Saturday, January 21^st to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.

Directions: #62 East to 35W North to Lake Street Exit.  Right on Lake to SW corner of Bloomington Ave. and Lake.

 

TEA & BOOK TALK: Wednesday, January 25^th, 3:00PM—The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga

At the Home of a member

Balram Halwai is a complicated man. Servant. Philosopher. Entrepreneur. Murderer. Over the course of seven nights, by the scattered light of a preposterous chandelier, Balram tells the terrible and transfixing story of how he came to be a success in life– having nothing but his own wits to help him along.

RSVP by Monday, January 23^rd to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

 

FRIDAY NIGHT CRAFTS:  Friday, January 27th, 7:00 PM—“Knitting for Dummies” Etc.

At the Home of a member

It’s cold out there, and time to make something warm and cuddly.  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 25^th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

 

LADIES NIGHT OUT: Monday, January 30th, 5:30PM—Happy Hour at Crave Restaurant in The Galleria

3520 West 70th Street, Edina, MN 55435 (952) 697-6000

Meet us in the bar before 6:00PM to take advantage of their Happy Hour food and drink specials (menu at www.craveamerica.com).

RSVP by Saturday, January 28th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org