THE BLUEVIEW
President: Laura Conway
Dear
Friends,
I
honestly do not know where the past six weeks have gone. And as of a
few days ago was thinking how easy this winter has been. But with
the snowstorm of this past weekend comes the chance to go sledding or at least
build a great snowman. And with February here, we are officially at
the half point of our year!! I hope if you haven't had an opportunity to
join us in the first half, you will consider coming to one of our upcoming
events............there are still many chances to get involved!!
Our Business Meeting was
graciously hosted by Brett Dickens. Thanks to all who turned out to
discuss the potential Community
Grant recipients. We appreciate everyone's
feedback. A special thanks to Sheila Varela and Eileen Walsh for
compiling all the applications and thoughtfully making their recommendations
which are as follows: Milton Young Musician's Festival - $500;
Milton Council On Aging - $1000; Blue Hils Trailside Museum - $500;
Milton Outdoor Classrooms - $500; Milton Food Pantry - $1000; Milton
Animal League - $500; Milton Early Childhood Alliance - $1500; Milton Park and
Recreation, Gym Buddies - $1000; Friends of the Milton Public Library - $1500;
and the Neponset River Watershed Association - $375. If you would
like to further discuss the recommendations, feel free to contact
me. Also, thanks to Suzanne Westhues, a new member, who attended
our meeting and has jumped right in on the Scholarship Committee and who would
like to get the Playgroup back up and running. Look for more information
soon!!
Additionally, we discussed two fund raisers for the spring.
A vote was taken and we have decided on a child's entertainer for the April
vacation. Please contact me if you would like to assist. And
in May, we will be hosting a Fashion
Show in cooperation with both the Woman's Club and PM
Club. We are looking for potential models and those who would like to
work behind the scenes. We also are looking for suggestions for theme
baskets to be raffled that day.
January's program night with
Dr. Stephanie Perry from the Weymouth Club provided us with new
information and interesting discussions about Chiropractic, nutrition, and ways
to keep ourselves looking vivacious!!! Thanks to Ariane Foster and Susan
Collins for planning this event and to Ariane for hosting.
This past weekend, two great
events occurred. Homelife
in conjunction with the
With February vacation almost
upon us, there is one more opportunity to get out for a night this month.....Book Club is meeting February 15th to
discuss The Mermaid
Chair. Newcomers are always welcome! Looking ahead,
March will bring A Makeover Night, a volunteer opportunity at Cradles to
Crayons, a new member night, book club, and knitting.
The Road Race Committee is
starting to kick into high gear. Expect to receive a phone call (if you
haven't already) to find out what you can do. Our ability to make
Community Grant Donations is completely dependent upon the success of the
Milton Road Race. So, get ready to pitch in for a great event and to
benefit our wonderful community!!!!!
Congratulations to Jennifer and
Art McNulty on the birth of their first child, Aidan Joseph, who was born on
January 14, 2006.
Yours truly,
Laura
Please
join us for our next business meeting on March 7th at 7:30 pm
hosted by Lisa Broderick.
Frances Barrett
Jane Busconi
We are encouraging members to receive the Blueview Newsletter via email
instead of regular mail. It saves us time and postage! If you are not currently
receiving your newsletter via email or if your email address has changed
please send a note to
Jennifer Fitzmaurice
Our
next book club will be Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at 7:30 PM
We will be meeting at Rachel Schewe's home to discuss The Mermaid's Wife. Please RSVP to Jen FitzMaurice.
Upcoming Dates:
March 8th: Million Little Pieces by James Frey (should be an interesting discussion)
April 11th:
The Good Earth by
Erin Donahue
Reni Doulos-Cadigan
Barbara Meehan
We'd like to thank everyone for attending the annual wine
tasting and appetizer derby last Saturday. A big thank you to Wendy Kelly
for hosting and of course how could we forget the husbands, thank you for your
votes.
Our next event will be held on Thursday, April 6th at Martina Connelly's
home. "Cooking with Connie". Connie is a local chef who
will prepare a wonderful home cooked meal in Martina's new kitchen.
Everything from appetizer to dessert all recipes will be available. The
menu is in the early stages of planning and the price will be $20-$25 per
person. If you plan on attending please e-mail Barbara Meehan, space is
limited.
Grill night and dessert derby will be held at Meg Kasters new home on Saturday,
May 20th. Details to follow.
We look forward to seeing everyone.
Homelife
Meg Kaster
Brett Dickens
Mary Keally
Liz Papile
Beth Callahan
Kimberly Zieselman
Our Valentine's Party with the Milton Art was a great success! More than
twenty "artists" made beautiful cards for children with radiology
appointments on Valentine's Day at Children's Hospital.
Our drive for Cradles to Crayons is well underway. We will be accepting donations until February 28. Here is the Cradles to Crayons Wishlist; Cribs, pack 'n plays, portable cribs, and bassinets, Infant & Toddler Car Seats (manufactured in the last 5 years), Pants for boys & girls sizes 4T to 16- either new or gently-used. Jeans are especially appreciated, Children's books and Pajamas. Items maybe dropped off with Sue Bertram , Brett Dickens, Mary Keally or Meg Kaster.
Our volunteer morning with Cradles to Crayons will be Saturday, March 11 from 10:00-12:00. We hope to have you join us. Come alone or bring your kids! (suggested age 5 and up) Please contact Meg Kaster or Mary Keally, if you are interested. Directions are as follows:
Follow Squantum St into Quincy to ramp over Newport Ave. At light, take left and descend ramp to Newport Ave. (If you pass N. Quincy T-stop, you have gone too far.). Follow Newport Ave passed State Street Complex. Take next left onto Myrtle St. Location is on left at 82 Myrtle St. Parking is on street or at base of hill on left.
Kimberly Zieselman will be coordinating meals for those who have given birth or who have experienced an illness or crisis in their family. Please contact Kimberly if you are interested in receiving or cooking meals.
Eve Nightingale
Knitting club already meet for February, the next meeting is
planned for March.
All
skill levels are welcome at all knitting meetings. RSVP and
questions can come to Eve.
The popularity of the Knitting Club is growing. In addition
to the monthly meetings, the club meets on Saturday mornings from 9:30 to 11 at
Starbucks. Come join us for a cup-a or just stop by to get help on any problems
you might be having with your knitting project.
Christine Kelly
Lisa Broderick
Ellen Mann
Rachel Schewe
The Membership Committee is planning the second New and Prospective
Members Event for March or April. We are looking for a volunteer to
host the event. New or prospective members should feel free to contact
any member of the Membership Committee for more information concerning the
MJWC.
If
anyone is interested in taking over the playgroup, please contact Laura Conway.
Elaine Davis
Tammy Vyas
Fall Pre-School Story Hour finished on November 15th. Our next session will begin in the spring. We are looking for some volunteers to help out with the spring session and take over for the fall. Please contact Elaine or Tammy with questions or if you would like to help out.
Susan Collins
Ariane Foster
SAVE THE DATE -- MARCH
MAKEOVERS!!!
Spring into 2006 with a fresh new look!!! Please join us on the evening of March 16th for Cocktails and Cosmetics!! Each participant will receive a makeover and skin consultation from a Trish McEvoy makeup artist. Cost is $10/person and space is limited, the event will be held at Nancy Broderick's home, on Thursday, March 16th at 7:30pm.
Included in the evening will be a chance to win an exclusive gift basket full of Trish McEvoy's products. Please email Susan Collins if interested. Please respond by March 6th.
Patty Elliott
Susan Cantillon
Eileen Heller
Kristin Cain
Ami Joiner
Kristen OHara
Susannah Quirion
Amy Delaney
Maggie Pellegri
The 29th Annual Milton 5K/10K Road Race is scheduled for Tuesday,
June 13th at 6:30pm. The Kids Fun Run will start at 5:30pm.
Please mark your calendars! Everyones help is needed. We will begin calling members in early March
to ask you to volunteer in some capacity.
We welcome our new members Amy Delaney, Maggie Pellegri, Susannah
Quirion, Ami Joiner, Kristin Cain and Kristen OHara and look forward to
working with them on another successful Road Race. Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday,
March 1st at Starbucks in East Milton Square at 7:30pm.
All are welcome to attend!
Eileen Cakouros
Please check out our new website at www.miltonjuniorwomansclub.com.
If you have any changes to the site please send them to
Eileen.
The Milton Shuffle is a great way to communicate to other club members about anything going on outside the club. If you know of other volunteering opportunities, fun kid activities, fairs, yard sales, or even if you need a babysitter or want to sell your bike we can put a note in the Milton Shuffle! Just send an email.
February 15
.Book Club
March 1
..Road Race Meeting
March 8th
.Book Club
March 11
Cradles to Crayons Volunteer
March 16th
.Cocktails and
Cosmetics
April 6th
Cooking Demo
April 11th
.Book Club
June 13
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.Road Race