CPWC Members,CPWC Members,
It's official, the CPWC is 50 and fabulous! We loved connecting with so many of you at the anniversary party in February. Thank you to Julie Lischer, who chaired the event, and her committee; Jane Coker Harm, Pat Iaffaldano, Jean Ann McCarthy, Cynthia Meyer, Amanda Spence, and Janet Thomas. You created a beautiful event to honor the CPWC.
A highlight of the evening was awarding Sue Bauer with a Lifetime Achievement award. Sue is a beloved member of our community, and past President, who shared her time in so many ways to sustain our organization.
We also want to thank Beverly and Robert Dozier for making a donation to cover some gala expenses. We appreciate their generosity! You may not know that, to keep the gala ticket price low, your CPWC board approved subsidizing the cost of the event. Which is a gentle reminder that future event prices when we are raising money for charity are likely to be higher!
The first step toward a future fund raiser is to identify board nominees for charity. Please consider volunteering to serve in one of these vital roles. We know that the thought of running a gala auction is daunting. We don't have to have an auction! We welcome taking a new approach to fundraising. If you have a vision for a different kind of fundraiser, we welcome your creative vision and will support your efforts. Please take this possibly into your heart and contact Jean Dole if you feel moved to serve.
Jean Dole, thank you for serving as nominating chair! We appreciate the time that you and your committee (Lindsey Mabey, Jillian Miller, Lynn Thompson, & Kristine Ward) devoted to filling the Board slate for 2020-2021.
Members, please review the proposed slate line. Additional nominations will be accepted through April. If there are competing candidates for any positions, there will be paper ballot at the May meeting. Otherwise our parliamentarian will confirm the slate prior to installation in May.
We hope to see you at the wine tasting on March 20, where we will celebrate the 2000s. We are also looking forward to our Savvy Women Evening Group program at the Cashman's on St Patrick's Day , Tuesday, March 17 from 6:30-8:30pm. The topic will be Planning for a Joyful Retirement with Jackie Dunagan from GROW Counseling. Wear your Leprechaun Derby and Shamrock Glam as we feature Bailey's on the rocks, Irish Mist liquor, and Smithwick's Pints at The Cashman Pub with corned beef sliders, Shepherds Pie and Guinness Cake ☘️ Please rsvp to Chris at excelnbe@me.com.
We enjoy celebrating this anniversary milestone with you!
Belinda & Chris
CPWC Co-Presidents
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"Cheers to 50 Years" Golden Anniversary Gala
On behalf of the 50th Anniversary Gala committee, I would like to thank our board and membership for a wonderful night of celebration on February 8, 2020 at the Atlanta Country Club. It was a very special night -- an opportunity to come together and honor the many who made our organization what it is today. I hope you will watch the Anniversary Video (approx. 4 minutes) and listen out for some familiar voices.
We were so pleased to present Sue Baer with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Gala. Sue served as CPWC co-president from 2008-2010 as well as charity chairperson and numerous other leadership roles. Sue and her husband Bill, daughter Chelsea, and her fiancé Stu Rast were present to enjoy the evening.
Members danced, enjoyed casino games, visited and toasted the past 50 years! Throughout this year of celebration, many have worked behind the scenes to reflect on our past each month. It has been fun to look back on all who left a legacy for us to follow. Our Women's Club has a rich history as a vibrant non-profit in our community. Whether it's working together on a fundraiser, planning a menu or creating a skit, at the heart of our organization is friendship and connection.
Please click the link below to see the professional photos from the evening. From the gallery, you will be able to download the images (free digital use) and print on paper, canvas, and metals. Thank you to Joseph Gibson, Over Here photography.
View Gallery
Cheers to 50 Years!
Julie Lischer
50th Anniversary Chair
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March Program Lunch: A Toast to Our Community 2010s and Wine & Cheese Tasting
Join us on Friday, March 20th at 10:30 am at
Paula Rzucidlo's Wine Cellar (4750 Rivercliff Landing)
Jeremy Vester, National Distributing, will sample a variety of wines for us, and Mike Veach, our favorite cheese monger from Kroger's Murray's Cheese shop, will share some of his favorite selections. Mild, earthy, nutty or sweet? Come learn about all things wine and cheese!
Please arrive on time as our speakers will begin the program at 11 a.m. This will allow us time for visiting and fellowship with our wine and cheese in hand following the informative speakers. Our Charity focus this month is Wellspring Living.
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The CPWC hosts a wide range of Interest Group meetings each month.
Below is a list of each group's upcoming activity. Please join us!
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Yoga
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March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
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The Yoga Interest Group will meet on Tuesdays at 1:30pm, at the home of Linda Pace. Beginners welcome! There are mats available to use or bring your own. Please enter Linda's home at 4853 Rivercliffe Dr. via the garage and proceed to the lower level. Please park on only one side of the street! Contact Linda Pace or Belinda Vogel for questions or if you are interested!
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Bible Study
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March 5, 12, 19, 26
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Bible Study will meet weekly on Thursdays at 10am, at the Atlanta Country Club.
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Single Ladies
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March 6
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Single Ladies will be attending First Friday on March 6. Contact Ellie Lacey (elelacey@gmail.com) if you can join us.
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First Friday
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March 6
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Our friend Lance Dunn is retiring from Kroger. Join us at First Friday on March 6 at 7 pm to toast him and celebrate his many years of support of CPWC. Location is the home of Jeff and Kristine Tile Ward, 4240 Blackland Dr. Bring an appetizer and beverage to share. RSVPs are nice but not required. This event is for singles or couples.
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Hand and Foot Canasta
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March
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We try to meet the 2nd Thursday of each month. Contact Karen Frantz (calling or text is best ~). You may also email karensfrantz@gmail.com.
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Day Time Book Club
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March 9 |
The next Daytime Book Club meeting will be on Monday, March 9, at 10AM at the home of Judy Winchell. We will discuss "The Alice Network," by Kate Quinn. If you would like to join us, please RSVP to Judy by Friday, March 6 at 770-951-8801-H or email judy2352@bellsouth.net.
For more information about the Daytime Book Club, contact Susan Gavalis (susangav1@gmail.com, or 678-427-8762).
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Hiking Club
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March 10
April 9 or 16
Oct 18-20
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Last month we hiked East Palisades, so this month let's hike West Palisades! This is a moderate trail of around 4 miles and it explores the Chattahoochee riverbank and floodplain near Paces Mill and Akers Mill. Plan on a couple of hours of hiking. For those who are interested, we will stop for coffee at the Chattahoochee Coffee Company located right down the road and on the river. Plan to meet March 10 in the ACC parking lot at 9am to carpool. RSVP
jeandole@yahoo.com. Happy Hiking! Jean Dole (404) 433-5551
More hiking news: Save the date for a 4-mile hike in the Big Canoe area in North Georgia. The date is April 9 with a rain date of April 16. More details to come in the March newsletter. Trish Wenger is organizing this hike and her email is
stone_wenger@yahoo.com if you have any questions.
Also, Save the Date for our 4th annual Hike Inn Hike on October 18-20!!
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March 17 |
We are looking forward to our Savvy Women Evening Group program at the Cashman's on St Patrick's Day , Tuesday, March 17 from 6:30-8:30pm. The topic will be Planning for a Joyful Retirement with Jackie Dunagan from GROW Counseling.
Wear your Leprechaun Derby and Shamrock Glam as we feature Bailey's on the rocks, Irish Mist liquor, and Smithwick's Pints at The Cashman Pub with corned beef sliders, Shepherds Pie and Guinness Cake. Please rsvp to Chris at excelnbe@me.com.
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March 20 |
"A Toast to Our Community" 2010s and Wine & Cheese Tasting.
Paula Rzucidlo's Wine Cellar (4750 Rivercliff Landing)
Jeremy Vester, National Distributing, will sample a variety of wines for us, and Mike Veach, our favorite cheese monger from Kroger's Murray's Cheese shop, will share some of his favorite selections. Mild, earthy, nutty or sweet?
Come learn about all things wine and cheese! Please arrive on time as our speakers will begin the program at 11 a.m. This will allow us time for visiting and fellowship with our wine and cheese in hand following the informative speakers.
Our Charity focus this month is Wellspring Living.
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March 29 |
BYOB (bring your own basket) and join us for a favorite neighborhood tradition at McFarlane Park: CPWC's annual Easter Egg Hunt! The Little Red Barn will be on site with the cutest animals including a miniature horse, donkey, cow, goat, sheep, chicken, and a rabbit! Festivities start at 4:00pm on Sunday, March 29. Don't miss it!
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Evening Book Club
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March 31 |
The March evening book club will be held at Cathy Snyder's home to discuss "You Were There Too" by Colleen Oakley. Anyone interested in joining our wonderful group is most welcome.
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Bridge
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For those who are interested in BRIDGE LESSONS, there are two bridge clubs nearby where bridge lessons are offered.
- Ruff n Sluff Bridge Club (770 973-7717)
- 1809 Roswell Road, Marietta GA 30062
- Bridge Club of Atlanta (770 354-6033)
- Fountain Oaks Shopping Center, far left corner upstairs
- 4920 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs GA 30342
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Community News
Visit
cpcaeastcobb.org to learn the latest information on the Chattahoochee Plantation Community Association (
CPCA) Neighborhood Homeowners Association, where you can find details on the latest meeting minutes and other community news.
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Interest Group Contacts
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If you have an idea for a new Interest Group please contact Chris, Belinda, or a member of the Programs Committee.
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Bible Study
Lettie Nixon
Book Club - Daytime
Book Club - Evening
Bridge Club
Melissa Nicol
Community Liaison
First Friday
Hiking Club
Garden Club
Hand and Foot Canasta
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Yoga
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