Monday, Dec. 5
President's Message
Thankful for life's priceless gifts
Thanksgiving was extra special for me this year.

Some of you may know my husband, John, and I were involved in a head-on crash on Hwy. 58 the Sunday before Thanksgiving.

The driver of the other vehicle was impaired, and her 5-year-old daughter was killed.
We are very lucky to be here and are doing well healing from our broken bones.
The outreach from the Sunriver Women’s Club members and the greater Sunriver Community has been heartwarming. It reminds me of the many reasons we join together as a community.
 
My message for our membership is to find multiple ways to connect with each other.

It is more than just signing up to be a member of the Sunriver Women’s Club. Join an activity, participate in a book club, help with a committee or an event or serve on the board.

All these things will provide opportunities for greater and deeper connections with each other. The weekly newsletter regularly highlights information about the various opportunities.
 
As I am very thankful for my family and community, I wish each of you health and peace this holiday season. Don’t forget your year-end giving to help us change lives in South Deschutes County.

Debbie Baker
President 
Sunriver Women's Club
Fundraising Events
News from Art Meet Wine in the High Desert
The Art Meets Wine in the High Desert planning team is eager to share updates for the 2023 event. The team already has commitments from eight sponsors and three wineries.

They have also confirmed La Paella of Bend, Cecilia Barrenechea of Hot Lava
Bakery and the music of Wil Kinky will be returning for 2023. Kasia Wilson from Market of
Choice will delight guests with a new food pairing class.

Sandra Kendle has joined the team as the volunteer coordinator. The team is still seeking a Wine Wall volunteer needed to start collecting bottles of wine with a value of $20 or more. Interested?

If you have a time share or vacation rental, please considering donating it to be used in the silent auction.

Send an email to hello@artmeetswine.org if you can help.
Follow Art Meets Wine in the High Desert by clicking Facebook or Instagram. Additional information can be found at the website: ArtMeetsWine.org
Accepting Artist Applications
for 2023 Sunriver Art Fair
Artist applications for the 2023 Sunriver Art Fair opened Dec. 1, 2022 and close on March 4, 2023. The art fair is a nationally recognized, juried fine arts and crafts event which has been popular with Sunriver residents and Central Oregon visitors alike, featuring more than 80 exhibits in the beautiful outdoor setting at The Village at Sunriver.
 
If you are an artist or know someone who would like to exhibit, now is the time to get an application submitted. To apply, click Art Fair or visit www.sunriverartfair.org for more information.
 
Presented by the Sunriver Women’s Club, all net proceeds go to support nonprofits groups providing services in South Deschutes County through community grants.
Supporting Student Success Now
and in the Future
Some gifts put joy on children’s faces in the moment.

Some gifts they carry with them for years
to come.

By giving a gift this holiday season to the Power 50 for Education, you support opportunities that will help our youth succeed in school in the new year, and you will make an investment in their future.

To help us reach our goal of raising $50,000, click Power of 50 to make a donation and a difference.
December Events
Holiday Party 
Volunteers are needed to clean up after the party. Many hands make light work. Email holidayparty@sunriverwomensclub.org if you can volunteer.

Winter Fun Activities
Full Moon Snowshoe or Walk
Meet: 5 pm Tuesday, Dec. 6 at the Sunriver Resort Lodge
Activity: Go for a 3-mille walk, return to see the Christmas lights and then gather for a drink on the patio. Guests are welcome.
RSVP to: Brigid Kennaday at bkennaday@gmail.com or Kris Besson kris.besson@gmail.com

Snowshoe or hike at La Pine State Park
Meet: 1 pm Friday, Dec. 16 at La Pine State Park's Day Use parking lot.
Activity: A 3.5-mile hike snowshoe or hike
RSVP to: Brigid Kennaday at bkennaday@gmail.com or Nancy Todd at dearmrstodd@yahoo.com

December Birthday Lunch
12:30 pm Wednesday, Dec. 14 at Cafe Sintra. RSVP to Stephanie Haas at steffiehaas@gmail.com

Loose Cannons
Sip & Paint at the Artists' Gallery in Sunriver is 5:30 to 7:30 pm Thursday, Dec. 8. Please register by clicking Sip & Paint. Cost is $48 per person. Email Mechelle if you plan to attend at mgriffin8322@gmail.com.

Happy Hour
4:30 to 6:30 pm Tuesday, Dec. 13 in the bar at Marcello's. All current, new and prospective members are welcome. Bring a friend.

Coffee Hour
10 am Thursday, Dec. 29 at Membership Director Kathy Garofalo's house, 10 Acer Lane. Ring out the old year with Hot Toddies and treats.