PARKSVILLE NEWCOMERS CLUB · 2017. 6. 3. · PARKSVILLE NEWCOMERS CLUB DECEMBER 2016 Like us on Facebook: WINE APPRECIATION Coordinator: Sandra Hobson 250 [email protected] The Wine

PARKSVILLE NEWCOMERS CLUBDECEMBER 2016 Like us on Facebook:

The Parksville Newcomers Club meets the every month, except July. DATE: December 1, 2016 TIME: 6:30 – 7:00pm – and after meeting, n

member registration. for activities and special events

7:00 pm – Meeting beginsWHERE: Parksville Community and Conference

Centre, 132 East Jensen Welcome to 23 new members in Novem MEMBERSHIP FEES: Membership fees are $15.00 per person for the year of SeptemberFees can be paid at the Membership table the evening of the PNC monthly meeting between 6:30 and 7:15. December is our Food Drive Month***Please bring non-perishable food items to the Dec Bank help families in need at Christmas*** The December vocalists are: Island Bel Canto Singers The December 50:50 proceeds will go to

Special Events – see page 6: Christmas Dinner and Dance, Sunday, December 11 Dinner and Music Bingo, Thursday,“Pride and Prejudice” and Dinner,"Tea By The Sea" Tuesday April 25 Community Events – see page 6: Coombs Country Christmas Craft Fair Milner Gardens Christmas Magic December 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16 through 21 Arts and Crafts Possible new regular event group starting soon Board of Directors News Effective immediately, the Board of Directors is implementing new emaPlease see the listing of our Directors and their email addresses

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meets the first Thursday of

and after meeting, new Socialize and sign-up

special events begins.

Parksville Community and Conference 32 East Jensen Ave, Parksville.

November, total membership is 258.

fees are $15.00 per person for the year of September 2016 through to August 2017. Fees can be paid at the Membership table the evening of the PNC monthly meeting between 6:30 and

December is our Food Drive Month food items to the Dec 1 meeting to help the Salvation Army Food

Bank help families in need at Christmas***

Island Bel Canto Singers

50:50 proceeds will go to Salvation Army.

Sunday, December 11 Thursday, January 12

and Dinner, Wednesday, February 22 Tuesday April 25

Coombs Country Christmas Craft Fair December 2, 3

December 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16 through 21

Possible new regular event group starting soon – see initial details on page 4.

Effective immediately, the Board of Directors is implementing new email addresses for its Directors.Please see the listing of our Directors and their email addresses on page 7.

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016 through to August 2017. Fees can be paid at the Membership table the evening of the PNC monthly meeting between 6:30 and

meeting to help the Salvation Army Food

il addresses for its Directors.

PARKSVILLE NEWCOMERS CLUB DECEMBER 2016 Visit our Website: http://parksvillenewcomers.net Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParksvilleBCNewcomers

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LADIES LUNCH Coordinators: Jane Armstrong 250-586-0060 [email protected] Marilyn Bradley 250-228-3050 [email protected] Scheduled lunches are on the last Friday of every month (except holidays) at various restaurants. Great food and company! Details will be sent by email to those in the Ladies Luncheon email list.

MIXED LUNCH Coordinator: Jule Robertson 250-248-8480 [email protected] The Mixed Lunch is usually on the 2nd or 3rd Friday of every month, except July and August. Please send Jule an email if interested.

MIXED BRIDGE Coordinator: Laura Holt 250-586-0377 [email protected] If you enjoy the challenge and fun of playing social bridge, join other Newcomers every Wednesday at 1:00 P.M. No partner necessary - just a level of comfort playing contract bridge. Members take turns hosting 2 tables of bridge at their homes, and there is a $1.00 ‘buy in’. Full time or spare players are welcome.

COFFEE CHATTERS Coordinators: Ted Donovan 250-466-4401 [email protected] Nancy Donovan 250-210-1437 [email protected] Conversation and laughter happen every Wednesday at 10:30am at Serious Coffee, #9, 1209 East Island Hwy, Parksville. No sign up is required so please feel free to drop by and join us in the back room for a morning treat and good company. If you would like to be on a weekly email list contact Nancy anytime.

PUB FARE NIGHT Coordinator: Ian Lamoureux 250-228-0333 [email protected] Enjoy a wide selection of local pub fare at various pubs on the third Saturday of each month at 5:30 PM. Given the proximity of the scheduled November Pub Fare Night to Christmas, there will not be one held in December. But we will be back full force in January, 2017! Additional details will be forwarded directly to all those on our Pub Fare Night email list, but anyone wanting additional information should feel free to contact Ian Lamoureux directly by either email or phone.

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WINE APPRECIATION Coordinator: Sandra Hobson 250 [email protected] The Wine Appreciation Club meets on the 3Thursday of the month at 7pm in members' homes. For information on how the club works,visit our table at the meeting or contact the coordinator. To attend, please register by contacting the coordinator at least a week before the meeting date. We are still seeking a co-coordinator. Details of past meetings can be found on Newcomers Facebook page.

WINE SOCIAL CLUB Coordinators: Rick & Shelagh Bain 250 [email protected] & Leslie Morin 250 [email protected] Come and join our group of friends who share common learning interests in outstanding food and wine/beer in a private setting. Our friend and guest Phil, who is a brew-master and chef, will share his expertise and we will sample some wine or beer with the pot luck goodies provided by members of the group (please no pork or shellfish) while we discuss what foods are best paired with what type of wine or beer. Check with the Coordinators for details.

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Come and join our group of friends who share common learning interests in outstanding food and wine/beer in a private setting. Our friend

master and chef, will share his expertise and we will sample

ine or beer with the pot luck goodies provided by members of the group (please no pork or shellfish) while we discuss what foods are best paired with what type of wine or beer. Check with the Coordinators for details.

MAHJONG Coordinator: Shelagh Bain This group has been discontinued, but for those who want to play, please consider contacting the Parksville Lawn Bowling Club, they run sessions on Mondays at 7pm, cost is $1.

EUCHRE Coordinators: Tom & Linda Lafontaine [email protected] & Barb Wilkinson Playing Euchre twice a month, on the and fourth Wednesday night at 7:00 pm, Parksville Legion, with a variety of people, will help develop your ability to play this card game with interesting and humorous partners. Cost: $2.00 per person per night.

LADIES’ GOLF Coordinator: We are seeking a new Coordinator for this. Newcomers Ladies’ Golf is discontinued until a new person comes forward to coordinate.

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MAHJONG


This group has been discontinued, but for those who want to play, please consider contacting

Lawn Bowling Club, they run sessions on Mondays at 7pm, cost is $1.

EUCHRE



Playing Euchre twice a month, on the second night at 7:00 pm, at the

with a variety of people, will help develop your ability to play this card game with interesting and humorous partners.

.00 per person per night.

LADIES’ GOLF

We are seeking a new Coordinator for this.

Newcomers Ladies’ Golf is discontinued until a new person comes forward to coordinate.


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BOOK CLUB Coordinator: Margaret Smith 250-586-8690 [email protected] If you enjoy reading and would like to meet fellow readers and share your thoughts about what you've read, consider participating in the book club. The book club meets monthly, except in December. Meetings are usually held in the homes of the members. At present, the membership is full and the coordinator is maintaining a waiting list from which any vacancies will be filled. If you would like to have more information or the book club reading list, please contact the Coordinator.

MEN’S GOLF Coordinator: Lynn Row 250-586-5341 (Alumni) [email protected] Join our mixed Newcomers and Alumni golfers every Monday and Thursday to enjoy the many varied golf courses in the area. Times and locations will be emailed to those interested.

BOWLING - Drop-in Coordinator: Ken Bucyk 250-951-0823 (Alumni) [email protected] Enjoy the challenge of bowling at 2:00 PM at Sunset Lanes on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Contact the Coordinator for details.

SINGLES GROUP Coordinator: Connie Towson 250-937-8860 [email protected] or [email protected] “Just Friends Solos” is a group for solo newcomers who would like to get together with other solos to attend various activities in and around the Island. Please contact the coordinator and provide your name and email address as well as what interests you. (e.g. theatre, dancing, shopping, golf, etc.), and we will distribute to our other solo Newcomers.

WALKING GROUP Coordinators: John & Sandy Lund 250-640-2377 [email protected] Meet at the NW corner of the parking lot at Wembley Mall in front of the vacant building (used to be White Spot) opposite the arena on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 AM, and Saturdays at 10:00 AM. Saturday walks are typically in the local area and chosen that morning. Upcoming Tuesday walks: Dec.06 - Nanaimo Harbor Front, Easy flat, Lunch at Carlos O'Bryan's – Larry Dec.13 - Top Bridge from Heritage, One hill each way, Lunch at British Bobby, PV – Jim Dec.20 - Englishman River Falls, One long Moderate hill, Lunch at Trees, Church & #4A – Wayne Dec.27 – Rathtrevor Park, Easy and short, Lunch at Rod & Gun Pub, PV – Ivan No need to commit, just come when you can enjoy the walk, talk and scenery.


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CAMPING Coordinators: Des & Barb Montgomery 250-947-9235 (Alumni) [email protected] If you wish to join our group, which combines members from the Alumni and Newcomers groups, please contact the coordinators. A camping schedule is sent out early in the year showing the places and dates of each camping trip. It also shows which parks have cabins and the charges, including any discounts. ...ARTS AND CRAFTS Sonya Kwiatkowski is hoping to form a new group of people who have the common interest of creating with their hands and have projects they would like to work on in the company of others. This could be anything from knitting, quilting, sewing, scrapbooking, editing photos, painting etc. No formal guidelines planned but she would like to hear from others as to where and when we would like to meet. Feel free to contact Sonya at [email protected] or 705-783-0822

.... LET’S DO DINNER Coordinators: Anne Pelton 250-586-9026 [email protected] Mary Ellen Chambers 250-586-2755 [email protected] An evening around the dinner table enjoying a delicious home-cooked meal is a great way to meet and really get to know people in our Newcomers Club. So come join us, and Let’s Do Dinner. Dinners are the fourth Tuesday of each month; the next Dinner is on January 24. The concept is simple – the host provides the main course and tea/coffee, guests supply appetizers, salad or dessert, and everyone brings their preferred beverage for the evening. You just sign up each month when you want to participate, and indicate if you are able to host that month. Sign up will be at the Newcomers Club meeting (first Thursday of the month) or by email to the coordinators by the Saturday following that meeting. Participants for the month will be divided into groups of 6-8, and a list of hosts and their guests will be sent out by email to the hosts, who will contact each of their guests to decide who will bring what course, and also to provide details about time and address.


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SPECIAL EVENTS: A variety of opportunities are available throughout the year to participate in many interesting local events. More specific information is always available at the General Meeting each month. These events are popular and often require a prepayment to book space/bus etc., so please bring your chequebook and pay when you sign up. The Special Events are featured on the Club Facebook page. Please check it out Coordinator: Penny Bhanji 250-248-8012 [email protected] Penny needs help for registrations at the monthly meetings – please contact her. Sunday, December 11 Christmas Dinner and Dance Thalassa Restaurant, Qualicum Beach. Cost is $45 per person. Great live music for dancing will again be provided by Lloyd and Velma Derry. Thursday, January 12 Dinner and Music Bingo At the French Creek Marine Pub, Lee Rd. Dinner is 5.30pm. Music Bingo is 7.30pm. Music Bingo is free. Pay for your own dinner. Wednesday, February 22 “Pride and Prejudice” and Dinner Matinee at the Chemainus Theatre, 2pm-4pm. Premium seats, $67.00 for both Buffet in the in-site restaurant and the show. All taxes and gratuities are included.

Tuesday April 25 "Tea By The Sea" At Deep Bay Marine Field Station, Bowser - $20.00, includes Victorian Tea and admission to the Field Station.

Community Events December 2, 3 Coombs Country Christmas Craft Fair At Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Rd., Coombs Friday Dec 2 starts at Noon, Saturday Dec 3 starts at 10am. Free admission December 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16 through 21 Milner Gardens Christmas Magic Admission by donation Details of Community Events at http://parksvillequalicum.whatsondigest.com/


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BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Listed below is the 2016-2017 Board of Directors. President: Glory Gray 250-468-5786 [email protected] Vice President: Bill Smith 250-586-8690 [email protected] Treasurer: Bill Burgess 250-586-9104 [email protected] Secretary: Jule Robertson 250-248-8480 [email protected] Publicity: Bill Rankin 604-313-9045 [email protected] Special Events: Penny Bhanji 250-248-8012 [email protected] Membership: Linda Burgess 250-586-9104 [email protected] Assistants: Newsletter: Bruce Parker 250-667-3940 [email protected] Web Masters: Bruce Parker 250-667-3940 [email protected] Ken Brown 250-586-6907 [email protected] Facebook: Donna Connolly 250-240-1839 [email protected]

MEMBERSHIP: Current membership and a signed Release of Liability form are required in order to participate in Club Activities and Club Events. MEMBERSHIP FEES: Membership fees are $15.00 per person for the year term of September through to August. Fees for new PNC Members are prorated over 10 months (1.50/mo) and adjusted according to the month joined. Membership renewals must be received by the November Monthly Meeting or membership will lapse. Fees can be paid at the Membership table the evening of the PNC monthly meeting between 6:30 and 7:30. Membership closes during the meeting. New member sign ups and renewals will be taken after the meeting ends. Custom name tags are $7.00 per person and are ready for pick up the next meeting. RELEASE OF LIABILITY: In keeping with our bylaws, the executive of the Parksville Newcomers’ Club needs each member to sign a “Release of Liability” form in advance of participating in any activities or events organized by the Club. This Form also provides the Club with authorization to share contact information with other members of the Club for the purpose of Club activities and confirms your authorization to receive e-mail communications from the Club. This form covers the term of active membership in the Club. The form is available at the monthly meeting and on the website. ACTIVITIES: After paying your annual dues, members can sign up for their choice of activities at the monthly Newcomer meetings or advise the coordinators. Most activity coordinators will then send out an email about the specifics as required. Participate as your schedule permits. EVENTS and SPECIAL EVENTS: Event costs are not included in the annual dues. Event related costs will be identified in advance by the Events Coordinators.

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