San Ramon Valley Newcomers Club
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November 12, 2011 at 3:52 am · Filed under Book Club
No Book in December
Event: Holiday Luncheon for the Book Club
Date: Dec. 13- Tuesday
Time: 12:30 PM
Where: Piatti Restaurant, 100 Sycamore Valley Rd. W., Danville
The book club will meet at a delightful local restaurant in December. The menu is varied and has something for everyone. The club will not select a book for December, but I ask you to share one interesting nonfiction book and tell the group about it. Please RSVP to Suzanne Z. by Sunday, Dec. 11, so I can notify the restaurant. If you have any questions, please call Suzanne.
Jan. – The Mermaid Chair by Sue Monk Kidd
Feb. – Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay
November 3, 2011 at 8:04 am · Filed under Social
San Ramon Halloween Party Pics
The 2011 SRVNC Halloween Party was a howling success, for our fourth successive year. 38 folks joined the festivities and most were dressed in creative costumes. We all enjoyed frozen margaritas, mexican beer, beef enchiladas, chile rellenos, and chicken fajitas accompanied with salad, beans and rice. For dessert, we had home-made flan and cupcakes.
Audrey’s home was fully decorated for the occassion as was our scary ghost hostess. I thought you may like to see the creativity of some members, so I posted photos on a Picasa share site. Perhaps we will see more of you in attendance next year?
See a whole lot of pictures from the event. jo jamieson ( substitute official photographer for the occassion!)
November 3, 2011 at 6:14 am · Filed under Arts & Crafts
What a beautiful fall day to make a Harvest Wreath!
Twelve gals crafted some very unique wreaths. Each one turned out beautiful to reflect individual personalities. Not one was the same!
A big thank you to DJ for assisting everyone with crafting that perfect fall wreath. We used Fall Gourds, Artichokes, Magnolia leaves, Pine Cones, Eucalyptus, Moss, Pine Sprigs, Nuts and some festive ribbons.
We have so many talented crafters out there. Also, Sharyn R. brought some delicious desserts and some festive Halloween Cupcakes!! What a fun and festive morning! Join us next month (Nov 30 ) for our Pine Cone Christmas Tree Craft.
Contact Susan at susansgotbling {at} sbcglobal(.)net for more information.
November 1, 2011 at 7:07 am · Filed under Hiking Club
Hiking Mitchell Canyon & Globe Lily Trail
I know this is a shock that I am sending these photos out so soon. Even on the day of the hike! OK, I am glad that I did bet Sharon in getting these out to you.
Caudia, lois, Sharon, Jeanne, Pat, Rose and Shirley joined me on this incredible day. We started out on Mitchell Canyon and then took Globe Lily trail as it parallels Mitchell for about 1/2 mile. I thought we turned back on to Mitchell but realized after about another 1/2 mile that we were on Red Road trail.
This trail led us up to some nice views but the 3 extensions trails from Red rd. all ended at private property after short distances. We turned around and picked up Mitchell canyon trail and back to the parking lot.
We didn’t see any tarantulas. So this is kind of a new hike.
Barbara joined us for bagels.
Fran
October 29, 2011 at 7:44 am · Filed under Hiking Club
Hi Newcomer Friday Hikers, Here are my photos from today.
I must have had my camera on a wrong setting for the first few. They were fuzzy, much like me today LOL. Very enjoyable hike through the redwoods today Fran and good to seeing some of our regulars back, Claudia and Lois.
October 19, 2011 at 7:21 am · Filed under Cooking Group
There were casseroles aplenty at Jan McArdle’s house last Friday. Thirteen members and one guest (Susan’s mom) shared family favorites and some first time experiments.
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October 2011 Cooking Group
October 7, 2011 at 2:38 am · Filed under Cooking Group
San Ramon Mexican Food
Muchas gracias” to Pat S. for hosting the Mexican themed luncheon and for making wonderful margaritas!
Ten of us had a great time and good food. We started out with Myrna’s Gazpacho Andalus – a different take on regular gazpacho and Susan brought a healthy corn/bean/tomato/avocado salsa salad.
Entrees included Jan’s wonderful Chile Relleno casserole, Gloria’s slow-cooker Bean Chili with Cornbread Topping, Christine’s Chicken Swiss Enchilada casserole, and Barbara’s unique butternut squash Enchiladas. For dessert, we had Jo’s Pumpkin Flan and cute little “corn-cob” cupcakes from Cheryl and Lee.
It was a lovely warm afternoon and we were all able to eat outside in Pat’s lovely backyard. Of course, then we all had to walk home to work off the calories! (Not!)
Mexican Food Luncheon Pics
October 4, 2011 at 6:15 am · Filed under Social
SRVNC Fourth Annual Halloween Party
When: Saturday, October 29TH
Where: Audrey’s
Time: 6:30 Cocktails-7:00 Dinner
Price: $20 Per Person
Please bring your spouse, partner, a friend, or just come single to this fun event. Our fourth annual Halloween Party will be a catered Mexican style dinner complimented with Margaritas and Mexican beers, etc. There will be prizes for the best costume, but costumes are optional.
This was has been such a wonderful event the last three years.
Please RSVP to Grace: Ayerg {at} aol(.)com by October 18th. Checks must be received by that date.
September 28, 2011 at 12:37 pm · Filed under Wine Club
WINE APPRECIATION
When: Saturday, October 22, 2011
Time: 6:30pm
Host: Tracey and Craig Harper
Where: 42 Prentiss Place, San Ramon, 94583
RSVP: Send check for $15.00 per person to Tracey, at the above address.
Come sip the blood of the vine, if you dare. Costumes welcome, but not required. Please bring an appetizer to share and your own wine glass.
September 28, 2011 at 12:34 pm · Filed under Restaurant Review
When: Saturday, October 15th @ 7:30pm
Host: Audrey V.
RSVP: by October 10th, audreyvp {at} sbcglobal(.)net
What Restaurant: Montecatini , 1528 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, Ca 925 943-6608
Montecatini is near the Dean Lesher Theater in Walnut Creek. It is a Northern Tuscan Italian Restaurant. They serve fish, chicken, veal, & pasta. Some people say it is noisy but I didn’t experience that. Audrey knows the owner and the chef. They both live on her street.
Audrey is planning to go on Wednesday the 12th, about 6:00 pm. If anyone would like to join her let her know and she will make the reservation. You may also make your own reservations at a time that is more convenient for you. Dessert and coffee will be served at the review.
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