In the last newsletter, Mary Jane Medlin put out a question to see whether there was any interest is having a monthly Get Together for the ladies here in the Gardens.
The answer is YES!!!
First Meeting
The first meeting was held last Sunday afternoon at Mary Jane’s house. Sixteen neighborhood women were able to attend. Many more had expressed interest but had prior commitments.
There may be some of our neighbors who did not see the earlier announcement. As you are out and about, check with your friends and make sure they know they are welcome.
Different ideas were tossed around. We seem to be longing for a greater sense of community here in our unique neighborhood. Several restaurants were mentioned as possible meeting places. However, with a large group a public venue would limit conversation. So, we came up with a different plan.
Beginning
A few things were decided to create a beginning point, with more details to be worked out as needed.
NAME: Garden Gals
DATE & TIME: 3rd Thursday of the month at 6 PM
ACTIVITIES: Games: We discussed Balderdash and Trivial Pursuit. The idea is to have games that don’t require extra tables and rules. Ones that can be played with a large group of people. Just lots of laughter.
PLACE: Rotate homes on a voluntary basis. We already have three months planned.
REFRESHMENTS: We tossed around ideas and didn’t come to a consensus.
but, the strongest ideas were:
— Everyone brings their own beverage of choice
— Three volunteers bring snacks or desserts
Inaugural Gathering of the Garden Gals
6 PM, Thursday, August 18
HOSTESS: Mary Jane Medlin
REFRESHMENTS:
— (1) DeVilbiss Sisters
— (2) looking for a volunteer
— (3) looking for another volunteer 😀
Looking forward to seeing you at our next gathering.