Newsletter Winter 2019
Newsletter Winter 2019
Newsletter Winter 2019
Winter 2019
Lunch Bunch realize how much background work goes into
the evening. Pam Turell penned a special thank-
Our monthly Lunch Bunch you for all those whose diligent efforts made
took a break in December. our Candlelight Dinner so special this year. It’s a
We’ll get together for a non- riff on Clement Clarke Moore’s “A Visit from St.
business, social time next at Nicolas,” also known as “The Night Before
11:30 am on Thursday, Christmas,” and is too good not to share with
Jan. 17. If our regular spot, Redlands Mesa everyone.
Grille, is closed for winter months, we’ll find
another location. So that Cathy Zippert can give
‘Twas just before noon on the eve of
the restaurant a heads-up, let her know by
Candlelight Dinner,
Jan. 14 if you’ll be joining the gang (245-9215 or
When all through the Chateau,
[email protected]).
No guests were about, all having checked out.
The decked tree stood tall and boughs were
hung
Candlelight Dinner 2018 In hopes that Pam would soon be there, no
doubt.
No one was in their beds since it was almost
noon.
But there arose such a clatter throughout the
hall as
Torie, Alberta, Jackie, Rene, Cathy, Susan, Pat,
Sheryl and Kathy
Set about with linens, flatware, wine glasses
and teacups.
Bobbie and Judy wrapped napkins with ribbons
of gold.
Tables were topped with centerpieces by
Marilyn.
Glass vessels of sparkling bulbs, woven with LED
lights,
Tea lights and wax candles aided by batteries
added more light,
Marilyn Johnson’s glittery Christmas sweater With Paula staying behind checking twice.
matched the table settings she worked on It was into the sunshine that all of them swiftly
before Candlelight dinner. rode home
With hopes of a clear night to come.
Our annual Candlelight Dinner set the tone for a
festive holiday season with a dazzling setting,
Then it was the five o’clock hour, the start of
scrumptious food and drink, and beautiful
the night,
music by Kelly and Elise Anderson. It came
When who did appear, but the greeters,
together so perfectly that we may not fully
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Barbara, Janice, Kennie Ruth and Sheryl. wacky "Mice Is Right" game show, and prizes
It was Steve in his finery who led guests through for audience members' best animal costumes.
the doors. All proceeds will benefit Grand Valley Pets Alive
Warm fur coats were hung, though not by a (“romantically repairing companion animals”).
fireplace. Doors open at 6:30 pm for a 7 pm show at the
In Cathy’s hand were a bundle of tickets Redlands United Methodist Church.
given to all for a glass of fine cheer.
Upon the appetizer hour, foods and company
were a delight. Be sure to take in “A Little Noon Music” on
There was no talk of round bellies, only of tasty March 13 when Kelley Latshaw will play with
raspberry jellies fellow flutist Jane Kuenzel and Susan Hess on
And Mary Lou’s delectable artichoke dip. bassoon at First United Methodist Church.
And it was certainly a night without any pipes.
Sitting down for dinner was a welcoming part of
the night. In mid-January Linda Boote and husband Dave
There was no fright, only Belgian beer in beef will be downsizing and moving across town,
bourguignon. nearer the church where she spends so much of
The French cannot top Zane’s crème brulėe. her time. Her new address will be 2220 Piazza
Kelly’s voice was heard on high and Way, GJ 81506.
Elise’s harp sounded nigh.
What beautiful music danced in our heads,
As we drove into the night with a few snow
flurries. We lost a much loved
All went well, and to all a hearty thank you! member when Barbara
A Merry Christmas to All! Meysenburg passed away on
Nov. 13. In addition to being a
long-time Guild member, she
was a member of Newcomers and volunteered
Member Notes for the Colorado National Monument and the
Judy Neste is understandably proud of her Ride the Rails Interpretive program. She was
granddaughter Cadence Neste, who has sung in often seen on Powderhorn’s slopes, though she
many Grand Valley events. Many of us have didn’t learn to ski until she was 68. Her family
already thrilled to Cadence’s beautiful voice, has published a tribute to her that tells just a bit
mature beyond her years. She was one of the about what a remarkable woman Barbara was.
Three Spirits in this summer’s performance of Knowing Barbara, she probably had a hand in its
Mozart’s “The Magic Flute.” Cadence will sing writing as well -- View Barbara Meysenburg's
next with “GJSO at the Movies,” Jan. 12 and 13. Obituary on GJSentinel.com and share
memories
Linda Jenks is again heading up the (now third) I awoke this morning with devout
annual GJ Cat Concert on Friday, Feb. 1. This thanksgiving for my friends, the old and new.
year's "Cat’s Meow" program showcases
professional musicians, talented young ― Ralph Waldo Emerson
musicians, singers and dancers. There will be a
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(KELLY) ANDERSON Z L H A T R I O L U J T
AVALON (THEATRE) N U G A E I Z N D S M A
B.O.B. O T R A R A C C O N U S
CONCERT
S E V F R P W E A E K G
(THE MAGIC) FLUTE
GALA R V W T A S S R E I U N
GJSO E P D W A H S T A L L I
(GJ SYMPHONY) GUILD D A L X O P N A R N E R
HARP
(CHARLES) LATSHAW N R I A B O B C I I L T
MOZART A V U A V A L O N N E S
PIANO A S G O R D H I I R T A
(SINNERS AND) SAINTS
M O N A I P S R I O H S
STRINGS
UKULELE