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January Luncheon Thursday, January 9, 2020

11:00 am Registration 11:30 am Luncheon

Five Oaks Lodge - 528 E. 121st St. Jenks, OK. 74037 Cost: 25 includes tax & gratuity)

The Inside Scoop: Page President’s Message 2

Upcoming Speakers 4

Dec. Luncheon Pictures 5

TNC Holiday Party 6

TNC Calendar 7

Interest Groups 9

Membership & Birthdays 11

TNC 2020 Budget 12

Membership Form 13

Tamara Noel—CEO and Owner of Luxe Furniture Come hear another strong woman talk about her climb to the rank of CEO which truly transpired from being a loyal customer to its owner in 2013, transforming her passion for interior design into a career. Tamara will also share trends in furniture, colors, and styles. With spring coming we all need to know what is happening so we can get our home show room ready!!

MENU: A Pasta Primavera Buffet which will include Caesar Salad, Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables. pasta with the following sauces: Alfredo and Marinara, Roasted Meatballs, Grilled Chicken, and Dessert. Tea,

coffee, and water are included.

RSVP to Janet Gingerich at jsginger@aol.com or text her at 405-812-9511 by 11:00 am January 6th. You will receive a confirmation email. When making your reservation, please identify yourself. Janet needs your name for the reservation list. Unfortunately, cancellations made after January 6th, will be billed. When you RSVP, let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.

Tulsa Newcomers Club Chatterbox

January 2020

Save the Date! One, Two, Three

Who likes Coffee, Who likes Tea?

Come find out at the January TNC Coffee.

A great time to catch up after the Holidays with

friends new and old.

Details on Page 3

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Let’s Support Our Door Prize Donors!

Happy New Year Ladies!!

We are excited to be leading the board for 2020, and appreciate your willingness to embrace the concept of co-presidents. We experienced a growth spurt last year and want to continue to grow the club through the use of social media and with the addition of a personal touch. We hope to meet each new member one on one, our goal being to assist them in discovering all that TNC has to offer. The entire board is working on ideas to make it easier for our newest members to connect with people and become involved. If any of you would like to join us in this process, please contact any board member and let them know of your availability. As we plan events for this year we hope all of you will make suggestions. You are TNC and you make it great. We need your continuing participation to fulfill our mission of welcoming women to Tulsa and helping them connect with all that our city and its greater metro area has to offer. That is why we have chosen to share, each month in this forum, some of the many reasons we love Tulsa! We love Tulsa and we love TNC. We look forward to a great year serving you. Susan and Carrie

Message from the TNC Co—Presidents Susan Masino and Carrie Stuart-Grote

Our sponsors provide gift certificates for our monthly luncheons. When you shop at any of our sponsors’ businesses, tell them you are a member of TNC and that we appreciate their sponsorship! Please be sure to send the provided “Thank You note” after you redeem. If you know of a business that might be interested in becoming a TNC sponsor, please contact Joanne Potts at (440) 263-7505

or jsp512@aol.com

Hollyberry & Co.

5970 S Yale Ave

(918) 794-7889

Hollyberryandcompany.com

Napa Flats Wood-Fired Kitchen

9912 S Riverside Pkwy.

(918) 948-6505Napaflats.com/Tulsa-menu

Nothing Bundt Cakes 7890 E 106th Pl. S, Bldg. V Suite 10

(918) 970-747 Nothingbundtcakes.com

Twisted Soul Sisters

13160 S Memorial, Bixby

(918) 943-3246

Twistedsoulsisters.com

Zella’s Retreat Boutique

71st & Lewis

(918) 794-4444

Zpretty.com

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Upcoming TNC Luncheon Speakers Mark Your Calendar Now

February

Rick Wells—Reporter for News On 6 Come hear one of Tulsa’s best reporters for News on 6. Rick’s gift for crafting new stories results in unique, compelling reporting. His sense of humor and commitment to serving the community make him one of Tulsa’s best known news personalities. Rick will be telling stories of his best interviews and the joy he gets reporting about Tulsa every day. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

March

Pat Cawiezell—Buyer and Author Coordinator for Magic City Bookstore Come listen to Pat talk Books. Pat is a voracious and eclectic reader who first came to the Tulsa Literary Coalition as a board member. His passion for reading and his insight as a Coalition board member, and longtime Booksmart Tulsa supporter, serves him well as the buyer and author coordinator for Magic City Bookstore. Pat will let us know what is coming up even before its on the official Magic City Calendar. If you like books and reading, you will not want to miss this speaker! _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

April

Teresa Knox—Owner of Harwelden Mansion and Founder of Community Care College Born in Tulsa and a 4th generation Oklahoman, Teresa is the Founder and former CEO of Community Care College, Clary Sage College, and Oklahoma Technical College which she started in 1995. Most recently, she has acquired the Harwelden and restored it back to its glory. A huge music fan of Leon Russell; Teresa and her husband purchased the historic Church Studio and worked nearly a year getting it listed on the National Register of Historic Places. That recognition was granted in September of 2017. The studio is currently under a complete restoration and will be finished in 2020. Come listen to Teresa’s journey as she talks about these projects and things to come in her life.

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Highlights of the December Luncheon

Congratulations to our door prize winners at the December luncheon. Pictured (Left to Right) is Jo Ann Potts who won Split The Pot, Nancy Sossin, Twisted Soul Sisters, LaVonne Ruse, Napa Flats, Vee Jorgensen, The President’s Gift, Charlotte Caudell, Holly Berry, Sharon Strickland, a guest of Charlotte Caudell, won Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Ginni Young, Zellas.

The Talk of Tulsa entertained us with a Holiday medley during our December Luncheon at Cedar Ridge. The new 2020 Board was installed and the by law changes were approved. But best of all was the generous giving by members to the two Charities; PIE and Gaining Ground.

Thanks to Everyone!!!

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Highlights of the TNC Christmas Party

Fun was had by all at the Christmas Party held at Cedar Ridge. HUGE thanks to Jeanne Russell, Evening Social Chair

for the all her hard work. Every lady went home with a gift bag and everyone got a

wonderful penguin ornament for their tree. The decorations were amazing. Next year we

want everyone to attend!!!

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Board Meeting 9:30 am

Mexican Train

Check out the TNC website at www.TulsaNewcomersClub.com

Questions? - Email Shelby at Information@TulsaNewcomersClub.com

Wine Tasting

Bridge

Hand and Foot

TNC Luncheon

Stitchers

Cocktails and Conversation

Canasta

Book Club

Mah Jongg

Fitness Bunco

Mah Jongg

Bridge

Bowling

Bridge

Couples Pinochle

11:20 am Deadline for Luncheon RSVPs

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg

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Highlights from Board Changeover Brunch

A great time was had by the incoming and outgoing Board at Cindy Truby’s home. It’s worth being on the Board to share good friendships and the always great food!

Incoming Co-President Carrie Stuart-Grote and Evening Social Chair Jeanne Russell share a hug.

Lynn Elliott, our new Brunch Chair and out going Board members Judy Shumway, Valerie Junkins, and Jacqueline Wilson posing for the camera.

Jacqueline Wilson, outgoing Board Advisor, Roberta Walsh, outgoing Secretary eat with incoming Co-President Susan Masino and Barbara Fennell, current Program Chair.

Nancy Foster incoming Membership Chair goes through the buffet with out going President Elizabeth Aguirre and Jacqueline Wilson. So many choices!

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American Mah Jongg Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, in member’s

home. Contact Kathy Stephen at (281) 782-7783 or stpn44@aol.com for more

information. Similar to Rummy, Mah Jongg is a game of “skill, strategy, & calculation”,

not to mention “luck of the draw!” We welcome all “seasoned” & new players!

Canasta Meets at 11:30 AM on the 3rd Monday of the month. The meeting place to be

decided by monthly hostess. Contact Pat Bartley at (918) 629-9600 or

plb418@hotmail.com for information.

Cocktails & Conversation Meets the 3rd Saturday of the month, 6:00–8:00 PM.

Contact Jacqueline Wilson at (918) 260-8814 or jqslaglewil@att.net for more details.

January’s Host is Jacqueline Wilson.

Bowling, Fun, & Food We are a non-league, non-serious bowling group. The group

meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays at Andy B’s on Lewis at 10 am. Cost for two games

plus shoes is $4.75 for 2 games. Lunch is optional, but who wants to miss the fun!

Contact Cindy Truby at (713) 203-8817 or boydensemble@aol.com for more

information.

Book Club Meets on the 3rd Tuesday at 9:30 AM at Camille’s Side Walk Café—Delaware

& Riverside, by Kohl’s. For more information, contact Amy Tuggle at

amy@stayorganizedwithus.com. January’s (Classic’s Month) is “My Antonia” by Willa

Cather. February is “What Alice Forgot” by Liane Moriarty.

Bunco Join this lively group for an afternoon of Bunco. This group meets the 3rd

Thursday of the month. Cost is $5 and several cash prizes are awarded. Play begins at

11:30 AM. The meeting place to be decided by monthly hostess. Contact or Jo Ann

Barker at (256) 627-6158 or joczec65@gmail.com for more information.

Bridge Meets at 11:00 AM on the 1st, 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month at various

locations. Contact LaVonne Ruse at lavoneruse@aol.com or (918) 340-7137 if you are

interested in playing.

Interest Groups

A New American Mah Jongg Group has formed! Due to the popularity a new group will be starting this month. The group will meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 2:00pm at the Ronald McDonald House, 6102 S. Hudson Ave. . If you are interested in being part of this group contact Sandy Frazer at sfraser903@hotmail.com or 618-751-1643

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Couples Pinochle All couples—be it spouses or friends—are welcome to play. Will meet

at 6:30 PM, usually on the last Friday of the month at a member’s home, so be sure to

contact Jeanne Strope at (918) 943-3086 or jeannestrope@cox.net if interested.

Lunch on First Thursday (LOFT) Meets at 11:15 on the first Thursday . This month we

are meeting at Ti Amo Ristorante 6024 South Sheridan. The host this month is Debbie

Council. Contact Debbie at (951) 218-6693 or debcouncil1@verizon.net with your

RSVP. Please let Debbie know if you plan to attend by Tuesday, January 1st.

Wine Tasting Gatherings held on 2nd Friday of the month at 7:00 PM in a member’s

home. Cost is $10 per person for the host to purchase the wine for tasting & discussion.

Attendees are asked to bring an appetizer to share. Contact Carrie Stuart-Grote at (918)

592-1277 or dencari@me.com for more information.

Mexican Train Meets the 1st Saturday of the month at 6:30 PM in a member’s home. Please

bring an appetizer or dessert to share. $3 per person to play. Contact Marge Kahle at (918) 518-

5580 or msamuelsonto@aol.com for more information.

Stitchers Meets the 3rd Friday of the month, 10:00 AM–12:00 NOON, in a member’s home. Bring

your needlework! Contact Judy Shumway at (918) 949-1520 or judith.shumway@att.net for

information.

Hand & Foot Meets at 11:00 AM on the 2nd Wednesday at the Ronald McDonald

House, 6102 S. Hudson Ave. Contact Nancy Foster at (918) 633-8769 or

tnfoster77@att.net, if you would like to join them or need more information.

Dinner is Served For singles or couples. Dine out at the restaurant selected by the host for the

month on the 4th Tuesday of every month. Dinner starts at 6:30 PM. Contact Barbara Pixley at (908)

310-1265 or bmpixley@yahoo.com to RSVP.

Fitness Meets 3rd Thursday at 9:00 am. Come join us at 41st and Riverside for a two mile walk on

the River Trails. Please contact Elizabeth Gray with your RSVP. She can be reached at

dvspeaking@gmail.com or (918) 978-1939

NEW GROUP—Day Trippers is Back! If you can remember the old Day Tripper group planned by Diane Branstetter, you will be excited to know that the Board has approved for the Group to make a come back under the direction of Jan Robinson. If you are interested in participating, contact Jan at redsunsetsails@yahoo.com or (918) 237-2936. With so much to see in Oklahoma, what will she pick first?

Interest Groups

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We Welcome New Members Pamela Dean ~ 13322 South 21st Court ~ Bixby, OK 74008~ (C) 817-600-3821 ~ pdpdean@gmail.com~ Pam came to her fist luncheon on the advise of her Realtor and won a door prize. She joins us after moving here from Plano, TX. Pam enjoys gardening and books. Louise Manetta ~ 12213 N. 167th E. Ave.~ Collinsville, OK 74021 ~ (H) 918-602-5037 ~ (C) 804-245-4200 louise.manetta.lm@gmail.com~ Louise joined November 23rd and her first function as a Newcomer was attending the Christmas Party at Cedar Ridge. Louise Enjoys reading and everything outdoors. Marcia Pinkham ~ 5712 West Austin St. ~ Broken Arrow, OK 74011 ~ (H) 918-286-7990 ~ (C) 469-338-8916 ~ mmkp214862688@aol.com~ Marcia is a friend of Eleanor Heger and joined after the December Luncheon.

Address Changes Susan Masino ~ 6690 E. 119th St. South ~ Bixby, OK 74008 Gretchen Tomko ~ 6644 E. 128th St. South ~ Bixby, OK 74008

172 Members

Strong

Membership News

And the winner is... Charlotte Caudell. Charlotte was the winner of the membership challenge and will receive a free TNC membership for 2020. Charlotte brought 7 new guests to the luncheons this year and she has only been a member since May. Congratulations Charlotte! We will continue this challenge during 2020 so start making plans who you will bring as a guest to the January luncheon.

Don't forget to pay your renewal dues by January 31. You can pay them online, at the luncheon or mail to the PO Box. Please include the membership form so I can make any necessary address, phone or email changes to the Wild Apricot and the new directory.

Happy New Year!!!

Nancy Foster, Membership Chair tnfoster77@att.net

Split the Pot Winner

Jo Ann Potts was the Split the Pot winner for

November winning $ 95

Who’s next ???

January Birthdays Corene Cline 01/02 Jacqueline Wilson 01/02 Jody Zscheck 01/03 Nancy Zelewski 01/07 Toni Ellis 01/10 Rita McBride 01/13 Elizabeth Aguirre 01/16 Lois Conant 01/16 Jeanne Brizey 01/17 Barbara Pittman 01/18 Karen Morgan 01/20 Jan Mays 01/21 Carlene Miler 01/24 Diane Branstetter 01/25 Pat Kelly 01/27 Jan Johnston 01/31

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TNC 2020 Budget INCOME: Monthly Luncheons $15,000 Membership Renewals (140 @ $25) $ 3,500 New Memberships (45 @ $25) $ 1,125 September Interest Group Luncheon $ 1,300 Ways & Means (Split the Pot) $ 790 Evening Social (Annual Christmas Function) $ 4,000 Evening Social Activities $ 500 TOTAL $26,215 EXPENSES: Monthly Luncheons $ 16,875 Program Expense $ 250 Social Media $ 540 President’s Expense $ 300 Charitable Donations $ 600 Evening Social Expense $ 500 Evening Social – Chairman $ 5,300 Gifts $ 150 Membership Expense $ 950 Brunches (Invites, stamps,etc) $ 400 Interest Group Luncheon $ 200 Chatterbox (Mailing & Printing) $ 50 Treasury Expense (Post Office Box) $ 70 Ways & Means (Raffle tickets) $ 30

TOTAL: $ 26,215

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Tulsa Newcomers Club Name Badge Order Form

Complete the requested information below to order 1” X 4” plastic logo name badges.

Print Your First and Last Name (Cost = $9.00)

Send your completed form and check payable to TNC for $9 for

each name badge to:

STEPHANIE CASTELL

P. O. BOX 702693

TULSA, OK 74170

Husband’s First and Last Name (optional) (Cost = $9.00)