EDINA NEWCOMERS

A Note from our President –
This is the week we move into high gear!  Thanksgiving is just days away, and after that the countdown to Christmas and Hanukkah is underway.
So, my gift to you is this advice:  Let go of just a little this year, and take more time for you!  Join us at all, or some of the wonderful activities we’ve planned—they’re guaranteed to relieve a little stress, put you in the holiday spirit and help you touch base with busy old and new friends.
The Minneapolis Grain Exchange is about to go high tech. See a bit of history on the Wanderers tour. Enjoy some holiday treats at our Coffee at Betty’s home near Lake Calhoun.
We’ll delight in a Taste of Many Cultures on International Night. Let Kozy’s do the cooking on Ladies Night Out.  And of course of annual Holiday Luncheon is not to be missed!
See you there!
Sally         Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org

ACTIVITIES
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WANDERERS––Wednesday, December 3rd, 9:00AM Departure—Minneapolis Grain Exchange Tour, 400 South 4th St., Minneapolis   612-827-4746
The economy of the Upper Midwest was built on the production of wheat, and other grain.  The Mpls. Grain Exchange (MGEX) began in 1881 to  develop a centralized marketplace to make supplies more reliable and establish fair prices.  The building built in 1907 is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The MGEX currently employs an auction method called “open outcry”.  Traders stand in a pit, and bids and offers are shouted or communicated through hand signals.  However, this time-honored system will go electronic on December 19th, turning to on-line auctions and making the trading pit obsolete.
Free tours last about 90 minutes, and include history of the exchange and a visit to the trading floor.  We’ll will learn a little about future and options trading which can help both buyers and sellers plan ahead.   Meet us at the exchange before the 10:15AM tour or join the carpool which will leave Edina at 9:00AM.  We’ll plan to take the light rail in to Minneapolis City Hall stop,  just across the street from the exchange.  RSVP by Tuesday, December 2nd to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org  Please indicate if you plan to carpool.

COFFEE—Wednesday,  December 10th, 9:30 Departure––at the home of a member
Bring a little something to share—maybe something that represents your family’s holiday traditions or heritage A carpool will LEAVE Edina at 9:30AM.  RSVP by Sunday, December 7th to Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org   Please indicate if you plan to carpool.

INTERNATIONAL NIGHT —Thursday, Dec 11th, 4:30 Departure—Taste of Many Cultures, 300 Washington Ave S., Minneapolis
Join us for a multicultural evening of food, music, dance and fun!!! This annual event  begins at 5:00PM at The Depot, and lasts until 8:30PM  Tickets are $20 and include favorite ethnic foods from the best Twin Cities-area restaurants.  Carpools will leave Edina at 4:30PM.  RSVP by Monday, December 8th to  Sally@EdinaNewcomers.org  Please indicate if you plan to carpool.

LADIES NIGHT OUT—Monday, December 15th, 6:30PM-––Dinner at Kozy’s
Galleria, Edina       (952)224-5866
Treat yourself! Take a break from cooking and let someone else cater to you. Check out the menu at www.kozyssteakandseafood.com   RSVP by Saturday, December 13th, to Brenda@EdinaNewcomers.org

BOOKCLUB––January Discussion Date TBA
The China Lover by Ian Buruma, “is extraordinary in the blending of historical facts and artistic imagination and in putting cinema in the contest of international politics. It tells the story of the legendary Japanese movie star who is disguised as a Chinese and torn by two nations.”  As of today copies have not yet been shelved at the library, so  keep checking HCLib.org to reserve your copy.  Hardcover copies are for sale at Barnes and Noble. Or, you may find for less online, Sam’s Club, etc..

A Note from our President –

It’s hard to believe that November––along with colder nights, perfect for curling up with a good book like Alice’sTulips—is almost here. Join us at Carol’s for a discussion. Imagine an evening of luxury as Wanderers visit some of Minneapolis’ hot new hotels. Our Coffee at The Good Day Café is well worth the drive. If you love lutefisk—or have always wanted to try it—don’t miss the special Scandinavian dinner on International Night.

Creative Marlys Granlund has some new holiday crafts for us to try on Ladies Night Out. Carol has stumbled across a great little lunch spot—meet us there for this month’s Luncheon.

SAVE THE DATE: Holiday Brunch on Tuesday, December 16th

See you there! Sally Ebnet (952) 920-4042 SallyEbnet@yahoo.com

ACTIVITIES

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BOOKCLUB––Tuesday, November 4th, 7:00PM–– at the home of Carol Schaub

2537 Oregon Ave., St. Louis Park

Alice’s Tulips, by Sandra Dallas, is written in the form of letters from Alice, a young bride living with her mother-in-law on an Iowa farm while her new husband is off fighting in the Civil War, to her sister. The book offers insights into rural life at the time, a short history of quilting, and, for good measure, a murder is tossed into the mix. Copies are readily available at the library. RSVP by Saturday, November 1st to Carol at Carol.Schaub@comcast.net or 952-545-6886

Reading Ahead: Our January book will be The China Lover By Ian Buruma. Lina Dajani has reserved several copies at the library. Please contact her ASAP at Lina.Dajani@nwa.com

if you wish to get a copy. Amazon.com is the cheapest hardcover source. This historical novel takes place during WW II . It’s the story of the young girl who in a movie called “China Nights” plays a Chinese orphan rescued by a Japanese officer who both loves and beats her.

WANDERERS––Thursday, November 6th, 10:30 Departure—Visit to New Minneapolis Hotels

Recently, a number of new hotels have been developed in downtown Minneapolis. Let’s do an informal visit to a few of them, perhaps have lunch at one, and choose our favorites. The 1929 Foshay Tower was the tallest building in Minneapolis until the IDS building was built. The W Hotel is a wonderful renovation in the art deco style and has an observation tower. The Hotel Ivy, the city’s first 5-star hotel and luxury spa, is also a rebirth of a 1930’s building originally designed as part of a Christian Science complex. The Chambers Hotel is known for its original art. We’ll park at a central location, or take the light rail and walk from there. Please wear comfortable shoes. A carpool will leave at 10:30AM from Sally’s home at 4501 Claremore Ct. RSVP by Wednesday, November 5th to Barbara Nazarian at brnazarian@comcast.net or 952-943-8851

COFFEE—Wednesday, November 12th, 9:30AM Departure­––Good Day Café

5410 Wayzata Blvd. 763-544-0205

This wonderful breakfast and lunch spot has the same owners as The Original Pancake House. Need we say more. Carpools will leave Sally Ebnet’s home at 4501 Claremore Court at 9:30. RSVP by Saturday, November 8th to Ann Baumgartner at RogerBaumg@aol.com

or (952)832-9465 Please indicate if you plan to carpool.

Directions: Hwy. 100 NORTH to #394 WEST. Take first exit—PARK PLACE/XENIA. Turn RIGHT onto PARK PL. and continue on XENIA. Turn RIGHT on GOLDEN HILLS Dr. Turn RIGHT on TURNERS CROSSROADS and LEFT on WAYZATA BLVD.

INTERNNATIONAL NIGHT––Saturday, November 15th, 5:30PM—Scandinavian Gourmet

Dinner at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 4100 Lyndale S. , Mpls. 

Lutefisk and more! !! Spouses and guests are invited to join the Newcomers for an authentic Nordic feast featuring Swedish meatballs, herring, lefse, fruit soup, julekage, and of course the famous lutefisk. Tickets ($17) are extremely LIMITED and sell out fast. Call the church at 612-312-3400 ASAP to purchase your ticket for the 5:30 seating. Once you have a ticket, call Diane Gilbertson at 763-546-4666 about carpooling or meeting up with our group.

LADIES NIGHT OUT—Monday, November 17th, 6:00PM - Craft Night at Marlys Granlund’s,

2627 Georgia Ave S., St. Louis Park 952-285-6918

**Note earlier start time—but come whenever you can to make EASY holiday crafts including jingle bell and photo ornaments, holiday ink pens, garland card holders, tropical Santa frame and snowman spinner cards––for yourself or as gifts. No previous craft experience required. No charge for supplies. We’ll also have tasty appetizers and hot punch. This is an event that Marlys has hosted for the past two years and we have so much fun! RSVP to Brenda Barney-Loken at kurtandbrenda@mac.com or 952-217-4052 Directions: North on Hwy. 100 to Minnetonka Blvd. Go Right (West) on Minnetonka to Georgia. Right (North) on Georgia to 2627 (green and brick)

LUNCHEON––Tuesday, November 18th, 1:00PM—TLC Catering/Carter’s Cafe

7264 Washington, Ave Eden Prairie, 952-944-6208

Note later start time! I am out in this light industry complex to get a replacement part for my sander and what do I spy but a little sign that leads me to this working person’s luncheonette! Had a nice chat with owner— he is very enthusiastic about the food he serves. They do hot and cold sandwiches, homemade soup, chili and salads plus daily specials. The place is not fancy, but neat and clean, the menu looks good, and very reasonable in price. Because they have limited space I made our reservation for 1:00PM so we do not interfere with their “regulars. Please join us for food and conversation.

RSVP by Saturday, Nov 15th to Carol Schaub at 952-545-6886 or carol.schaub@comcast.net

Directions: Hwy 169 to Valley View Rd. Exit. Go West to Washington Ave. (first light) and turn LEFT (south).The very first turn to the right takes you back into the complex and the TLC Cafe.

ALL ABOUT US

Please welcome our newest member—and be sure to add her to the back of your membership directory:

Michelle Monson 5921 York Ave. 55410 952-594-1233 Michelle.Monson@thrivent.com

Beth Kimball 6513 Stauder Circle 55436 952-933-6333 BethKimball@aol.com

Cia Verseman 9031 Belvedere Dr., E.P. 55347 952-974-5103 CiaVerseman@yahoo.com

Happy Birthday to our November Babies:

11/9 Lina Dajani

11/27 Marlys Granlund

Our Sincere Condolences to:

Barbara Nazarian on the loss of her mother this week.