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2018 Vol. 71, No. 4
Austin Newcomers
Planning and Executing a Great Bike Ride with Your Grandkids October Meeting and Luncheon - Wednesday, October 17, 11 am
Welcome Mat
Theater, the art scene, live music, trendy restaurants and bars, historic cemeteries, hiking, golfing,
hobbies , games. This month’s Welcome Mat offers a variety of exciting ways to explore Austin with
friends.
When you ask almost anybody new
to Austin why they moved here, the
answer is more often than not, “my
grandchildren are here.” With so
many of you here to be near your
little darlings, ANC decided you
might like something really fun to do with them. Enter
Deaton Bednar!
Come to our September luncheon to meet Deaton,
owner of Texas Bike Tours. She plans outrageously
fun bike outings for a living and will happily share
some of the most fun and fascinating biking destina-
tions in Austin. She’ll tell you about kid-pleasing hid-
den gems, historical landmarks, adventurous activi-
ties, and yummy snack break options for you to enjoy
with your grand kids while reliving again your own
childhood joy of being on a bike. Don’t have a bike?
Deaton can tell you good places to rent them--and
what type of bike would work best
for you and your fitness level.
Do something nice for your grand-
kids and do something equally
great for yourself. Come hear from
this “Houdini of the Handlebars” at our October lunch-
eon and make your motto the same as Deaton’s,
“LET’S RIDE!”
11:00 am - social hour
12:00 pm - lunch & program
$30/person. Pay online before noon, October 15th,
or mail in your check and reservation form (page 14)
by October 10.
2 October 2018
Hello Fellow Newcomers,
“Let’s have lunch, sometime.” That
phrase has had a major impact on my
life. Having lunch with friends and
family gives me the opportunity to
catch up with people I love. When I ask
someone I just met if they would like to
go to lunch, it opens the door to the promise of new friendships.
There is a “lunch” opportunity at Austin Newcomers Club, on the
third Wednesday of the month, except for November and
December when the luncheon is on the second Wednesday of
the month.
The monthly luncheon is the foundation of Austin Newcomers
Club. This is the opportunity to catch up with our friends while
enjoying lunch and listening to speakers from all disciplines of
our dynamic city. The monthly luncheon may also be the first
social outing for a new resident to Austin. This is our chance to
turn on the “southern charm” and welcome new people to our
community. By the way, don’t stay away from the luncheons
because you need a ride, email me at
[email protected] and I will do my best to set up
carpooling opportunities.
Chez Zee has been hosting our luncheons for the last three
years. This is a charming restaurant located at Mopac and 2222.
For our luncheon, we have our own private dining area with
tables set up in a cozy arrangement and there are twinkling
lights scattered throughout the room adding an intimate
ambiance.
Chez Zee is a meeting spot for several community groups and
organizations. The restaurant promotes local artists by
displaying their art on the walls and offering prints for sale. And
if you love to shop, there is a kiosk near the entrance to the
main dining area, displaying a variety of gift items.
I look forward to seeing the luncheon regulars and I hope to see
many new faces at our monthly luncheons this year.
See you soon!
October Board Meeting
When: Wednesday, October 3,
10 am - social;
10:30 am - meeting
Host: Lynne Marcus
10040 Milla Circle Austin 78748
RSVP: [email protected]
Contact Valerie to add items to the
agenda.
President’s Message TABLE OF CONTENTS
President’s Message ...................... 2
Around and About Austin ................ 3
Food/Social ................................. 4-5
Music ............................................. 5
Movies............................................ 6
Book Group .................................... 7
New Members ................................ 8
Hobbies .......................................... 9
Language/Expats.......................... 10
Fun and Games ....................... 11-12
Health/Fitness ......................... 12-13
Monthly Meeting Form .................. 14
Calendar ...................................... 15
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AROUND AND ABOUT AUSTIN
Art Treks - Gallery Crawl
When: October 24th, 10:30 am
Where: Meet in front of Wally Workman gallery
1202 W. 6th St
Cost: Free
RSVP: By October 19. Send an email to Karen or Linda
Details: We will visit several art galleries in the area. Following our gallery visits, we will have lunch at the wonderful True
Food Kitchen, 222 West Ave HR100. They serve health conscious delicious food. Bowls, salads, sandwiches amidst an
expansive menu. Please indicate if you will join us for lunch so we may make reservations. Parking is available at the Trader
Joe's parking lot or at the library nearby.
Chairs: Linda Poyser, 713-291-7545
Karen Werner, 817-896-4905
Once at the Zach When: October 7, 2:30 pm, October 10, 7:30 pm
Where: Zack Theater,1510 Toomey Rd, Austin 78704
Cost: Tickets $55-$85
RSVP: Go to Zach’s website or call Alyson Mintz at
Zack Theater, 512-476-0594 x2451 Promo
code: Newcomers . Deadline
9/26.
Details: Once, based on the
2007 Academy Award-
winning film, tells the story of
an Irish musician and a Czech
immigrant drawn together by
their shared love of music.
Winner of 8 Tony Awards,
including Best Musical.
We will meet in the lobby
area for cocktails one hour
before the performance.
Go to ZACH’s website and
select your preferred show
date. Use the online promo
code: Newcomers. Do not
call the box office.
Questions? Please email or
call Pattie.
Texas State Cemetery Tour When: Monday, October 15, 2018, 1:00-3;30 pm
Where: 909 Navasota St. Austin 78702
Host: Pamela Craig, [email protected]
Cost: Free
RSVP: Online. Deadline to register is October 12. We
must have a minimum of ten for a guided tour.
Details: Since 1851, thousands of Texans have been
buried at this beautiful cemetery including signers of the
Texas Declaration of Independence, Republic of Texas
veterans, Texas Rangers, confederate generals, American
revolutionary war veterans, US Medal of Honor awardees,
governors and first ladies and many other famous Texans.
Come join “Hello Austin” for a guided tour of this
beautifully maintained, final resting place for so many
notable Texans. It is a beautiful setting for a stroll on a
cooler fall day. Free parking available on Navasota Dr after
entering the Cemetery grounds.
Chair: Pattie Schieck, [email protected], 512-924-9923
Hello Austin!
4 October 2018
FOOD/SOCIAL
Happy Hour
When: Tuesday, October 16, 4-6 pm
Where: NoRTH Italia
500 West 2nd, Austin, 78701
Parking available street side,
parking garages & lots
Cost: Separate checks.
Cost of food, drinks and parking.
RSVP: Online
Chairs: Charlie Brown, [email protected]
Saj Maqsood, [email protected]
Out-to-Lunch Bunch
Roaring Fork
When: Friday, October 26th, 11:30 am
Where: Roaring Fork - North Austin Stonelake
10850 Stonelake Blvd., Austin, 75759
Host: Lynne Marcus
Cost: Separate checks.
RSVP: Online or to [email protected]. To Lynne
Marcus ([email protected]) with any last
minute cancellations or questions
Details: Everybody seems to love the Roaring Fork, so
let's try it for ourselves. We're going to the one up North
on Stonelake Boulevard because it has a pretty patio
which should be great in October if the weather cooper-
ates. Tons of great reviews and a nice, diverse menu, so
everybody should go home full and happy!
Please note that I can't be there, so Lynne Marcus is the
deputized hostess of the month. Please contact her di-
rectly if you need to cancel.
Chair: Susi Spies, [email protected]
TGI Social
(Thank Goodness It’s Social)
When: October 28, Sunday 5:00-7:00 pm
Hosts: Ethel and Daryl Schumaker
226 Sandy Creek Cove (Rim Rock off 1826)
Cost: $1 per person at door for paper goods
RSVP: Online or [email protected]
Details: Wow! It is cooler and time to celebrate!
Couples and Singles, enjoy a fun and relaxing autumn
evening connecting with friends, old and new. Couples
bring your favorite drink (beer, wine, tea, lemonade, etc.)
and a hearty appetizer to share. Singles, bring your
favorite drink (beer, wine, tea, lemonade, etc.) or a hearty
appetizer to share.
Chairs: Janie and Jim McClam
512-301-9230
Daytrippers
No Daytrippers outing is planned for October. We'll
have a fun pre-Thanksgiving outing in November. Chairs: Susi Spies, [email protected]
Dale Truitt, [email protected]
Austin 101 No event in October. The next event is scheduled for
November 18.
Chair: Janna Smith, [email protected]
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Friends Connection
When: November or December (TBD)
Cost: Separate checks, medium price range
Details: Friends Connection - a great place for singles (or
not) to meet, get to know one another and also have the
opportunity to try interesting restaurants in the Austin area.
We usually meet about every other month for a late bunch
on Sundays which means we have less traffic and the
restaurant environments are a little more relaxed.
We will not be meeting in October, but will get together
again in November or December. Watch for more
information next month.
Chair: Lynne Davis
512-368-5660
FOOD/SOCIAL
MUSIC
Live Music - Soul Man Sam at the Skylark
When: Sunday October 7, 8:00 pm
Where: Skylark Lounge
2039 Airport Blvd.
Austin 78722
Cost: Cost of drinks/food. No cover.
Please tip the band.
RSVP: Not necessary
Details: Skylark Lounge is an old dive bar with good food and good
music. Soul Man Sam will be playing.
Contact Dona by email or phone if you have any questions.
Chair: Dona Reynolds, [email protected]
713-651-7899
Come to Dinner - Bring a Plate Details: Come to Dinner – Bring a Plate is a monthly din-
ner group for single ANC members who enjoy cooking
and socializing. We meet in small groups in a member’s
home.
Contact the chair to be placed on the list to receive a
monthly invitation. You will receive an email after the first
of the month with the date and host. Please RSVP upon
receipt of email, NOT online. Once the guest list is com-
plete, the hostess sends out menu information and the
address and directions to attendees. Each guest brings a
dish.
When you join the list, we expect a commit-
ment to be a host or co-host at least once
every 12-18 months.
Chair: Lynne Marcus
6 October 2018
MOVIES
Cinema South
When: Fridays, 7 pm, October 12 and 26
Cost: $1/person at the door
RSVP: All members currently on the Art House Cinema
South email list will receive an email with details
about this event. If you are new, sign up online.
Meetings fill up fast so RSVP as soon as possible.
Details: We meet at homes of members and discuss and
rate two movies selected in the previous month. Members
choose to attend one of two meetings each month, on
either the second or fourth Friday. Each host sets the
maximum capacity they can accommodate. Details of
meetings will be sent ahead of meeting dates via email
once first timers have responded via online and have
been added to the email list.
Chair: David/Joan Saidel
512-632-1305
Critics’ Corner
When: October 12, 7:30 pm
Details: Details of the upcoming gathering, including meeting location and movie selection, are emailed to group partici-
pants prior to the meeting. Members see the movie on their own, then meet at the designated member’s house for a dis-
cussion of the movie. All attendees are asked to bring a hearty appetizer or dessert and a beverage. Visitors are welcome.
Email Tom Taylor for information.
Chair: Tom Taylor
214-642-3873
Art House Cinema North
When: Friday October 12 at 7:15 pm
Cost: $1.00/person at the door
RSVP: RSVP to email sent to group each month. No
deadline but there is a limit to meeting size. If
you are new, please sign up online.
Details: Each month the group selects a film to see be-
fore the next meeting. We see the film and then discuss as
a group on the 2nd Friday and rate it as well as select a
film for the following month. Details of upcoming gather-
ings for this group are sent in a separate email to group
participants with details about the movie selection, loca-
tion, and any additional information that they need.
Chair: Beth Knight, [email protected]
Joel Longstreth, [email protected]
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BOOK GROUPS
Men’s Book Club
When: October 23, 1:00 pm
Host: Steve Saltwick
5900 Carry Back
One block east of 360
South of Westlake and 360
RSVP: Not required
Details: Book to be discussed: "King of Spies" by Blaine
Harden. King of Spies is a dark story of espionage and
evil by a wild American military spymaster in Korea, a tale
both revelatory and tragic. Blaine Harden's superb book
throws open a long-ignored chapter in the Korean War; a
compelling and disturbing read, not to be missed.
Chair: Hector Barrio
Afternoon Mystery Book Group
When: Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at 1:00 pm
Host: Bobbi Barrio
4704 Hickory Hollow, Austin 78731
RSVP: By Monday, October 8 to bobbibar-
Details: We will be discussing The Boy in the Suitcase by
Lene Kaaberbol & Agnete Friis
Chair: Susan Nichols
Bluebonnet and Yellow Rose Book Clubs
When: Thursday, October 25, 10:00 am
Details: Books are chosen annually in the fall. Both groups read the selected book of the month then meet in sepa-
rate locations on the fourth Thursday of the month. Open to all members of Austin Newcomers Club, there is no
cost. If you would like to join, please contact Gayle Cannon, [email protected].
Bluebonnet Group
Host: Roz Stephenson
4101 Gandara Bend
Austin, 78738
RSVP: By October 24 to Roz
Details: Social time: 10:00 - 10:30
Discussion time: 10:30-12:00
Facilitator: Dina Steiner
Chairs: Jayne Polly
Alison Seaman
Dina Steiner
Yellow Rose Group Host: Lou Blemaster 5612 N Scout Island Circle Austin, 78731
RSVP: [email protected]
Chairs: Gayle Cannon [email protected] Lou Blemaster [email protected]
2018 Books
October - The Underground Railroad
November - No meeting
December - Exit West, Moshin Hamid
8 October 2018
Linda Kearney
From UK
7020 Halesboro Drive, Austin 78736
David and Helen Mann
1717 Toomey Rd No.116, Austin 78704
Tamar and Trevor Morris
From Orange County CA
1900 Barton Springs road, #2032
Michael Ibison and Laurie Gamble
4615 Twin Valley Circle, Austin 78731
Marilyn and Ted Kowalski
From Houston, TX
Welcome New Members Donna McLaughlin
505W 7th St Apt. 302, Austin 78701
Mike and Beth Hernandez
From Castle Rock, CO
1704 Newning Ave. Unit A, Austin 78704
Annie Wilson
4010 Long Champ Dr Apt 9, Austin 78746
Amy and Dan Seitz
From South Padre Island, TX
Mina Bowker
Paul and Lynne Hanson
From Katy, TX
Coming in November….. Look for these special events in the November Welcome Mat and the Online Calendar.
Saturday, November 3 - 2018 US Vintage Car National Championship - Hello Austin!
Hello Austin is encouraging members to join us on Saturday at the track. Qualifying runs
start at 8:00 am and run till 5:00 pm. The Hagerty Show and Shine Car Show will be open
from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. We are also looking into the possibility of having some type of
tour.
Sunday, November 4 - Purgatory Players Gospel Brunch at El Mercado - Hello Austin!
Some of the best musicians in the city volunteer their time and produce amazing music to benefit the Capital Area Food
Bank of Texas.
AUSTINNEWCOMERS.COM
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HOBBIES
Knit ’n Stitch
When: Thursday, October 4, 10 am - Noon
Host: Elaine Doege
2900 Mossback Lane, Austin 78739
RSVP: Space is limited and an RSVP is required to attend; please
RSVP by Tuesday, online or to Deborah Marks,
Details: We meet on the first Thursday of each month to knit, crochet, or do laptop needlework projects. Join us for coffee,
crafting, and conversation.
Chair: Deborah Marks, [email protected], 917-696-3647
PhotoShoot
When: October 9, 10:00 am
Where: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse Ave. Austin 78739
512.232.0100, www.wildflower.org
Cost: Admission: $8 - Adults 65 & over
$10 - Young Adults
RSVP: Not necessary
Details: In time for fall color, this month we'll visit the Lady
Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. After paying your admission
fee at the entrance kiosk, we'll gather briefly in the Courtyard
before scattering to explore and photograph. We'll meet
again at 11:30 in the Wildflower Cafe. If you have any kind of
camera, including cellphone cameras, you're welcome to join
us.
Chair: Bernie Mayoff, [email protected]
PhotoShare
When: October 23, 10:30 am - 12 pm
Conversation 10:30 am, Share 11:00.
We often adjourn to lunch afterwards
Where: Precision Camera store classroom,
2438 W. Anderson Lane
RSVP: Submission requirements will be sent to
Photography Group members in mid-September.
Details: Photographers and those who love them, join us as
we share photos from this month's PhotoShoot. Everyone is
welcome, whether you take pictures with your phone, a
hand-me-down camera, or the latest high end equipment
and software. You don't even have to share any pictures at
all. Your family may not appreciate your works of art, but we
will. Information on submitting pictures will be sent to our e-
mail list in mid-October. To join our e-mail list, send a note
to Bernie Mayoff,
Chair: Bernie Mayoff, [email protected]
Photography
10 October 2018
French
Conversation
When: Wednesday, October 3 - 12:30 pm
Where: Chez Patricia Andersen
RSVP: By October 26
Email or call Patricia Andersen:
[email protected] or 512-970-2182
Details: RSVP strictly required. The group is at or near
capacity, as we meet in one another's homes for
lunch, but newcomers are welcome to e-mail or
phone the hostess, Patricia Andersen, by October 26
to ask whether space is available and if not to join the
waiting list.
Chair: Debbie Cavin, [email protected]
Spanish Conversation
When: 10/15/2018 at 10:00 am
Host: Lola Savanaah -
6317 Bee Caves Rd No. 380, Austin, 78746
RSVP: Online by October 14.
Chair: Susana Surbek, 512-740-2349
Expats
When: October 20, 6 PM-8 PM
Host: Beck Wharton
4727 Cat Mountain Dr 78731
RSVP: Online by October 15
Details: We enjoy sharing our overseas experiences
and being with members who are from outside the
US. If you are curious about other cultures, while
sharing yours or your overseas travel experiences,
please join us at our monthly gatherings. Each
individual or couple is requested to bring a large
appetizer and a bottle of wine for a stand-up mix and
mingle supper.
If you have questions, email
Chairs: Sharon King, [email protected]
Norman Allen, [email protected]
LANGUAGES/EXPATS
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Canasta
When: Mondays, 11 am - 3 pm
Where: Café Blue (new location)
12800 Hill Country Blvd., G-115
Hill Country Galleria, Bee Cave
RSVP: Sunday before gameday
canasta@ austinnewcomers.com
Details: We meet every Monday for a relaxing day playing
a hand-and-foot version of Canasta, which is easy to learn.
New players are invited to join in. You're welcome to play
as often as you like, every week or just occasionally. We
begin at 11:00 a.m., break for lunch about 12:30 p.m., and
continue to play afterward. We order from the menu and
get separate checks. Join us for a fun day of cards and con-
versation with a group of interesting ladies.
Cost: New players pay a one-time fee of $15 when they
join to cover the cost of cards and supplies.
Chair: Marti Glyer
3rd Thursday Bridge
When: Thursday, October 18, 10 am
Where: IHOP
1101 South Mopac
Host: Nancy Cosby
Cost: $3.00/person
RSVP: Phone or email Nancy Cosby by October 11.
Details: This group of average-to-expert bridge players
enjoys playing together. We like the competition and chal-
lenge of party bridge and the opportunity to meet new
people. Bridge is open to all.
Chair: Nancy Cosby, [email protected], or 817-360-0494
FUN AND GAMES
Kitchen Bridge When: Wednesday, October 24, 10 am
Where: Marj Lowe
5120 Jenkins Cove
Cost: $2.25 paid at meeting
RSVP: To Marge at 512-372-9894 or
[email protected] on or after (NOT
before) October 1. After three tables are filled,
you will go on the sub list.
Chair: Hansa Nasta
512-328-1886
Daytime Buddy Bridge
Details: Welcome 2018-2019 Buddy Bridge teams! Sign-
up is over for this year but we always welcome subs, so
please contact us and let us know if you would like to par-
ticipate. The Buddy Bridge teams are assigned a different
team to play each month and these two teams chose a
mutually agreeable date to play. These small groups of
four are a wonderful way to get to know one another.
Please call or email Sandi or Cathy for details.
Cost: $15
Chairs: Cathy Cotter, [email protected]
512-465-9472
Sandi Ladd, [email protected]
512-250-9339
Second Sunday Scrabble No Second Sunday Scrabble in October.
Chair: Sandy Longstreth, [email protected]
Ladies Poker No Ladies Poker in October
Chair: Inge Eichberg
[email protected], 512-921-4034
12 October 2018
Mexican Train at Jack Allen’s When: October 10 , 11am—2pm
Where: Jack Allen’s Kitchen
3600 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, 78746
Cost: $2.00 (Separate checks for lunch)
RSVP: Online, by October 7. Limit of 12 players.
Details: We start play at 11 a.m., break for lunch, and finish by 2 p.m. Mexican Train is
fun and easy to learn but has some challenges, low/high score splits the pot. Please
sign up in advance so I can let the venue know the headcount . Questions or com-
ments? E-mail Eugenie .
Chair: Eugenie Whalen, [email protected]
FUN AND GAMES, continued
Mah Jongg
When: October 11 & 25, 1:00 pm
Second and fourth Thursday every month.
Where: Café Express
3418 North Lamar Blvd.
Cost: Free
RSVP: Not necessary.
Details: This group plays the American Version of Mah
Jongg and uses The National Mah Jongg League card. We
welcome anyone who is interested to join us.
Chair: Marsha Hoffer, [email protected]
Bunco When: October 16, 10:30 am -1:00 pm
Host: Dorothy Docherty
Cost: $5
RSVP: By Oct. 12 to Dorothy at [email protected]
Directions will be given when you respond.
Details: If you are interested in joining Bunco as a regular
member or substitute, please contact Connie.
Chair: Connie Gardner
915-203-4522
HEALTH & FITNESS
Golfing Around Austin
When: Monday, October 15
Where: Course to be determined
Cost: Greens fees vary, pay at course
RSVP: Online by Sunday, October 7
Details: Our second monthly play date after the summer break will be on Monday, October 15. Please register online by
Sunday, October 7. We will play a select best ball scramble tournament. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Chair: John Cates
832-814-8402
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Hearty Hikers - Turkey Creek Trail in Emma Long City Park
When: Wednesday, October 24 at 9:30 am
Hearty Hikers is now meeting on the fourth Wednesday of the month
Where: Turkey Creek Trail in Emma Long City Park
(Take FM/RM 2222 west beyond Capital of Texas highway Loop 360 to the next traffic signal, City Park Road.
Turn left and travel approximately 4.9 miles to the Turkey Creek Trail parking lot on the right side of the road.)
Cost: Free
RSVP: [email protected]
Please leave your name and a cell number to contact you if necessary.
Details: This is a moderate hike through shaded woods which usually has creek crossings. However, not with our
drought! As always: wear sturdy shoes, sunscreen and a hat. Water and a walking stick are always recommended. No dogs,
please. After the hike, we’ll meet at Newk’s: 9722 Great Hills Trail in the shopping strip with Trader Joe’s.
Chair: Laurie Zahn, [email protected]
Dana Thor, [email protected]
Happy Trails - Lake Pointe Preserve Trail When: Saturday, October 13, 9:00 am
Where: 3314 San Benito Court, 78738
Cost: Free
RSVP: Online or email [email protected].
Details: Austin Newcomers member, Pam VonMende, has
graciously invited us to experience the Happy Trail at Lake
Pointe Preserve in her neighborhood, near Bee Cave. We will
meet at her home at the address above and then walk to the
trail head. This crushed gravel trail is partially shaded and
leads down to a lovely waterfall. We will hang out at the
waterfall for awhile before heading back up the trail to our
cars. Please bring a hiking stick and wear sturdy shoes,
because the elevation changes quite a bit along the path to
the creek and waterfall. Dress for the weather and bring lots
of water.
Chair: Donna Dauenhauer
Hearty Hikers enjoying a beautiful Austin Day.
14 October 2018
Taking Care of Business……….
Has your membership expired?
We don’t want you to miss out on any Newcomers’ events. Here’s how you can renew.
Online renewal is the optimal choice, but if you choose to pay by check, please mail it to:
Marsha Hayden, 10402 Treasure Island Drive, Austin, Texas 78730
If you have any questions, email [email protected].
Luncheon Reservation Price: $30 per person payable online—deadline noon, October 15.
or Send this reservation form and a check payable to Austin Newcomers Club.
Mail to Pamela Craig, 7313 Wolverine Street, Austin, TX 78757. Mail should be posted by October 10.
Name(s) ____________________________________________________________________________
Phone ________________________________
Guest _______________________________________________________________________________________
Members with dietary restrictions: An alternative menu option is available at regular monthly luncheon meet-
ings. NOTICE IS REQUIRED WITH THE RSVP. Please include specific information regarding your restrictions. YOU
ARE FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR MENU SUBSTITUTIONS MADE AT THE EVENT.
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SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1 Canasta
2 3 French
Conversation
4 Knit & Stitch
5 6
7 Hello Austin!
Once at Zach
Live Music
8 Canasta
9 Photography
Group
10 Mexican Train
Aft. Mystery
Book Club
Hello Austin!
Once at Zach
11 Mah Jongg
12 Cinema South
Arthouse
Cinema North
Critics’ Corner
13 Happy Trails
14 15 Golfing Around
Austin
Spanish
Conversation
Canasta
Hello Austin! TX
St. Cemetery
16 Bunco
Happy Hour
17 October Monthly
Meeting and
Speaker
18 Third Thursday
Bridge
19
20 ExPats Social
21 22 Canasta
23 PhotoShare
Men’s Book Club
24 Hearty Hikers
Kitchen Bridge
Art Treks
25 Bluebonnet Book
Group
Yellow Rose
Book Group
Mah Jongg
Ladies Poker
26 Out-to-Lunch
Bunch
Cinema South
27 Come to
Dinner
Bring a Plate
28 T.G.I. Social
29 Canasta
30 31
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