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2008
- 2009 Season

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RANCH RUDOLF “HOOTENANNY”
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Social time from 5:30 - 6:30 (rain or shine)
Buffet Dinner @ 6:30
Mosey over to Ranch Rudolf, partners, and join the fun in
many late Saturday afternoon activities. Casual and western attire will reign at this rustic resort, located
approximately 12 miles southeast of Traverse City.
For a few small gold nuggets you can go horseback riding,
enjoy a hayride or go canoeing on the Boardman River. A word to the wise (seriously), if you decide to canoe, you
and your sidekick should be experienced and wear life preservers. The water is cold and, at times, fast. Please arrange any
of these activities directly with Melody Hamill (co-owner) at Ranch Rudolf (947-9529) at least one week
prior to the event. Also, mention you are with the Newcomers Club. The cost and times are as follows:
• Horseback Riding
• Canoeing
• Hayride
Additionally, members Lois Goldstein and John Heiam have
offered to lead a paddling trip on the Brown Bridge Pond at the Ranch Rudolf event on May 16. This would take place
prior to 5:30 PM social hour and dinner. They are experienced paddlers and are willing to share their expertise. The
Brown Bridge Pond offers calm waters, wildlife and pristine scenery. You will need to provide your own canoe (or
kayak), paddles and life jackets. In the event of poor weather, a hike along the North Country Trail could be an
option. Please coordinate with Lois and John at (H) 938-9655 or (Cell) 463-9655.
Other activities (at no cost) include hiking, horseshoes,
ping pong, bocce ball and volleyball. Bring a Mah Jongg game or cards and have some spirited competition on the patio or
inside the amble barroom. Or, you can belly up to the cash bar and just enjoy the company of your many Newcomer
cowpoke friends.
The hot buffet dinner (only $20 pp) will offer several
choices for the ladies and saddle-hardened wranglers: Baked Chicken, BBQ Pork Ribs, baked potato, pasta salad, baked
beans, house salad, coffee, punch, ice tea and dessert.
YEEEEHA!!!
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HELP FOR CRISES AND LIFE TRANSITIONS
Tuesday,
April 28, 2009 7:00 PM
Traverse Area District Library
610 Woodmere Avenue
Traverse City
Mickie Jannazzo, Director of Crisis Services for Third
Level Crisis Intervention Center, will
present information about this agency’s
vital programs and services in our communities.
Third Level provides critical human services in our area
such as suicide prevention, crisis
intervention, information about and
referral to health and human services, legal services, and the full range
of services for runaway, homeless and street youth and youth in at-risk
environments. More information about Third Level can be obtained on their
web site: www.thirdlevel.org.
Mickie has been with the agency since 1985 and has over 30
years of crisis intervention experience. She is a Licensed Master’s
Social Worker and a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Please feel free to bring guests. As always, the public is
invited to our programs. Refreshments are available and socializing starts
at 7:00 PM. The program begins at 7:30 PM. We’ll see you there! |
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Status of the Boardman Dams
Tuesday, March 24,
2009 at 7:00 PM
Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Avenue,
Traverse City
Steve Largent, Land Management Director of the Grand Traverse Conservation
District, will present our club with the latest update on the status of
the Boardman Dams.
The long-running debate over what to do with the dams
has become a highly controversial topic
in the community. The four
dams involved are the Union Street Dam, the Sabin Dam, the Boardman Dam
and the Brown Bridge Dam. Should
they be retained for
conversion to electricity generation or removed?
What’s even feasible? Riparian
owners along the Boardman River and Boardman Lake could be greatly
affected by the final outcome.
Mr. Largent has an extensive background in wildlife
biology, forestry and land management.
He was the Director of the Boardman River Project from 1992 to
2006, concentrating on erosion issues.
He presently directs a land management team to provide responsive,
high quality and cost-effective land management services to local units of
government, non-profits and other property owners to help sustain, improve
and preserve the quality of our natural environment.
Please feel free to bring guests.
As always, the public is invited to our programs.
Refreshments are available and socializing starts at 7 PM.
The program begins at 7:30. We’ll
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The Confessions of a Restaurant Entrepreneur
Tuesday, February 24th at 7:00 PM
Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Avenue,
Traverse City
Did you ever wonder what it would take to open and run a
successful restaurant? Meagan Thomas, one of the owners of Radish, a
restaurant located at 408 South Union in Traverse City, will be presenting
a program called “The Confessions of a Restaurant Entrepreneur”.
Meagan and her mother, Jacquie Thomas, a food service
veteran of 25 years, opened Radish in March 2008. The restaurant takes the
salad bar concept to a new level, offering 60 to 70 items for diners to
choose from. Homemade soups and desserts round out the menu.
Meagan has worked in the local food service industry for
13 years. A talented artist, Meagan also came up with the restaurant’s
name and their attractive green, black and magenta logo. She and her
sister Micha are now in charge of the restaurant.
Please come and join us for what should prove to be an
interesting look at the local restaurant scene. Refreshments will be
available and socializing starts at 7:00 PM. The program begins at 7:30
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On Wednesday, January 28,
2009 at 7:00
PM, Wings of Mercy will be the topic at our general meeting to
be held at the Traverse City District Library.
Albert Sickinger, one of our own Newcomer members, will
make the presentation. Wings of Mercy is a nonprofit organization offering
free flights to people with limited finances but needing transportation to
distant medical facilities. Albert is a volunteer pilot for this
compassionate and caring program.
Albert has a masters degree in Mechanical Engineering. He
has worked in the automobile industry for Chrysler and operated his own
businesses. He presently owns Trillium Photographics.
He and his wife, Evi, moved to Traverse City from
Bloomfield Hills. Albert has been a volunteer with Wings of Mercy for
eight years.
Come mix with your Newcomer friends and enjoy the program.
Bring other friends with you. As always, our meetings are open to the
public.
Socializing starts (with refreshments) at 7:00 PM, with
the program beginning at 7:30 PM. We’ll see you there!
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Reserve
now for next month’s program:
Holiday
Dinner/Dance
Friday, December 5, 2008
Waterfront Conference Center
Come join us for a great evening out at the Newcomers Annual
Holiday Dinner/Dance on Friday, December 5. Enjoy the company of new and old friends
at the Waterfront Conference Center, 2061 U.S. 31 North, Traverse City. Last
year’s event was enjoyed by all who attended and we expect the same this year.
Social hour will start at 6:30 PM, followed by fine dining and
dancing. Paul Widlund will provide DJ service for the entire evening. Paul did
an outstanding job of entertaining us last year and is always open to your
personal requests. This evening is truly one of those special Newcomer events of
the year.
Cash Bar @ 6:30 PM ****** Sit-Down Dinner @ 7:30 PM
When making reservations, please select from one of the
following two dinner choices:
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Fresh Whitefish baked with dill & white wine sauce,
topped with Dried Cherry Tarragon Butter
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Beef Tenderloin Tips simmered with garlic, onions and
mushrooms and served with Hunters Sauce |
If needed, special dinner plates may be requested.
All reservations should be received no later than Monday,
December 1. Please send your reservations in early! Make your check payable
to Newcomers Club for $29 per person and mail to:
Pam Evans, Executive Assistant
3104 Ogidaki Trail
Traverse City, MI 49686
Special Note: We encourage everyone to bring non-perishable food
items to donate to the Northwest Food Coalition. Checks are accepted in lieu of
food donations. Let’s continue to help those less fortunate during this joyous
but needy time of year.
Questions? Contact Bud Dockter at 932-2394
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The Newcomer Auction
Wednesday, November 12 7:00 PM
Traverse Area District Library
610 Woodmere Avenue
Traverse City
Bring
your “quality” donated items between 6:15 PM and 6:45 PM.
Bidding starts at 7:00 PM.
Get a jumpstart on holiday shopping, or maybe find a unique treasure for
yourself. The Newcomer Auction is an enjoyable activity for all. Your
donated items may include homemade goodies and crafts, collectibles,
tickets to local events, wine and items for the home. Favorite donations
in the past have included cooking lessons, boat rides and dinners served
in member’s homes. You do not need to contribute in order to
participate. We need lots of buyers, too. We are expecting unique items, a
great time and much fun!
The evening’s event includes both a silent auction and a
regular auction. The regular auction is naturally a little more upbeat
than the silent auction, but the gentle presentation of the items for sale
is always done in good taste. Conducting the event again this year is our
own notorious and high-priced auctioneer, Gentleman Lee (Tonsils) Hosler.
Amazingly, he is not charging us for his services!
This is a major fun raising event for the club and we need
your help. We need both items and bidders. Bring your donated items and
description of services with you that evening. Enclosed in this newsletter
is a page of “Bid Sheets” that you may use to describe your donated
items and set a minimum bid. Additional sheets will be available at the
auction if you bring more than four items. See Auction Sheet to print
out bid sheet for donated items.
Please bring your quality items between 6:15 PM and 6:45
PM. Also, if you can get local businesses to contribute an item or
service, we will recognize them in our December newsletter. Come join the
fun. We look forward to seeing you there.
Questions? Contact Bud Dockter at 932-2394
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Come Join us for a
Special October Program
Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 7:00 PM
at OLD TOWN PLAYHOUSE
We have a real treat in store for our members for the October program. Our
Newcomers Club has been invited to hold our general membership meeting at
Old Town Playhouse. This is a great opportunity to learn more about this
exciting local theater, its history, children productions and even how you
can become involved. There will be a building tour and a chance to sit in
on rehearsals in progress.

Old Town Playhouse has been in its present location (Cass & Eighth
Street) since the early 1970s. Their mission is to be a volunteer-based
organization promoting quality community theater experiences for the
people of Northwest Michigan by providing educational opportunities and
entertainment in the theatrical arts.
Come mix with Newcomers friends (old and new) and enjoy the evening.
Better yet, bring other guests with you. Our meetings are always open to
the public. Socializing (with refreshments) starts at 7:00 PM, with the
program beginning at 7:30 PM.
Questions? Please call Bud Dockter @ 932-2394
Editor’s note: The September newsletter listed an incorrect date for
this activity. The
actual date for this event, as listed above, is Tuesday, October 21.
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Please join us for the September Program:
2008-2009 Fall Kickoff
Dinner
It’s that time of year again! Mark your calendars and
make your reservations now for the Newcomers Fall Kickoff Dinner. This
event is the first of the 2008- 2009 season. It is a great opportunity to
meet new friends, renew old acquaintances, learn more about the Newcomers
Club and sign up for the many group activities available to you. We are
sure you will enjoy the evening. If you have friends who are considering
joining the club, this would be a great event for them to attend.
Tuesday, September 23,
2008
Hagerty Center of Northwestern Michigan College
715 E. Front Street, Traverse City
The center is located on beautiful West Bay
between the Holiday Inn and the Senior Center.
CASH BAR 6:30
PM
SIT-DOWN DINNER 7:30 PM
When making your reservations, please select from the
following two dinner choices:
• Old Mission Chicken (Boneless Breast of Chicken stuffed with Boursin
Cheese, Spinach, Brown Rice & Supreme Sauce)
• Apple Chutney Pork Loin (Marinated Roast Pork served with Apple
Chutney and a Red Wine Demi Glace) I
If needed, special dinner plates may be requested. All
reservations must be received no later than Monday, September 15,
so please send your reservations in early! Make your check payable to
Newcomers Club for $28 per person and mail to:
Pam Evans, Executive Assistant
3104 Ogidaki Trail
Traverse City, MI 49686

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