WESTON SOCIAL CLUB
aka WESTON NEIGHBORS AND NEWCOMERS CLUB
APRIL 2021 NEWSLETTER
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Note: Membership is free to current members and to ALL Weston residents due to COVID-19 through the end of June 2021.
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PRESIDENT's CORNER
Word on the street, or rather, trails, is that our hiking group is going to begin exploring the woods, beaches, and river walks starting in Mid-May. Most are easy to a moderate level and we'll let you know when, where, and the description of the place so that you can consider joining us. We've had a few new Weston residents join our club to enjoy these weekly, structured hikes. In the past, these were on Monday mornings but we might change that to Wednesday mornings and possibly vary the time of day based on feedback from you.
If you know of local social events that might be of interest to our members, please let us know so that we can include them in our next newsletter. Check out Weston Studio Arts that has a few artsy adventures coming up this month of April and Explorations Lectures LLC has two free lectures given by our own Bill Preinitz on Britain's archeology site Sutton Hoo featured in "The Dig" (open to all ages sponsored by the Weston Senior Activities Center). We'd like to highlight anything you think is relevant to our club.
Why did aliens contact Weston, CT? They want their meteor back!
April Fool's!
Gai Bos
President
Nancy Wilt
Membership Chair
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TEA TASTING
When: TBD
Time: TBD
Where: In the comfort of your own home via Zoom or weather-permitting at a local tea tasting venue
Last month's tea tasting via Zoom was really fun. We will schedule another one soon and if the weather cooperates, this one might be held outdoors. Let Nancy know njwilt@gmail.com if you'd like to be included on the email distribution list.
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DOG PLAY DATES-A new possibility
We have had a few responses to this activity suggestion and expect it could become active in springtime.
Where, When, With:: To Be Determined
Contact:: Bill Preinitz whpreinitz@gmail.com (dog lover)
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Contact Bill to add your name to the email distribution list. We can make introductions to doggie owners and then you can have a mini first play date to see if there is compatibility between your two dogs. You and your dog get to meet a neighbor and pick where you'd like to meet. This could be in your own backyard or a dog-friendly location. Watch this space for dog-friendly ideas.
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'VIRTUAL WINE TASTING-A MODERN WAY"
Topic: We will make a suggestion of a type of wine to try based on country of origin and varietal but you choose what you wish to have during our zoom and share your thoughts about it.
When: TBD
Get in touch with Nancy Wilt to get on this email distribution list at njwilt@gmail.com.
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ARTSY ADVENTURES
We normally visit different area art museums, studios, galleries and might even trying our hand at sip and paint! NO artistic experience is needed. Days and times vary. Most of these activities are on hold until it is safer to participate in them unless we find something of interest that can be done outside with proper social distancing.
Take a look at Artsy things happening in Weston in April by Weston Studio Arts:
There's are also two Sip and Paint evenings and more:
Day workshops (all ages):
Contact: Nancy at njwilt@gmail.com if you are interested in being on Artsy Adventures email distribution.
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MORNING COFFEE
No Need To Drink Coffee! Come join us to say hello. Many times we are still on until 11:30 AM!
When: Every Monday morning
Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM but often continues past then
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MORNING WALKS
NEWS: We hope to start this activity again around mid-May so please check May's newsletter. While we used to hold these on Mondays, we may be switching to Wednesdays so the Day of Week is: TBD.
This is a weather-dependent, light, and easy set of walks on local paths and area hiking trails generally held on Monday mornings. Inclement weather? A venue to meet for Morning Coffee will be emailed by 7:30 AM.
Did you know that Weston sits in the center of hiking preserves that feature well-marked and varied trails? Check out the Saugatuck River Trail
What does Saugatuck mean? In the 17th century, the river was the site of a Paugusset settlement and it means 'river that flows out in their language. We may explore part of this trail around the reservoir of the same name with our hiking group.
WHEN: TBD generally starts at 8:30 or 9:00 AM
WHERE: Specifics are TBD but all are local to Weston
CONTACT: Get in touch with Kristen McDonald at davidkris@email.com if you'd like to get on the email distribution.
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BROADWAY ROULETTE
Join us for Broadway theatre at a price that is right!
DATE: TBD in 2021
TIME: Productions usually start at 7:00pm or 8:00pm (depending on random assignment)
COMMITMENT AND PAYMENT: At least one week in advance
LOCATION: Possibly meet before in New York City but please contact for details: Kristin Kreuder at kristinkreuder@optonline.net
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BOOK GROUP -- Join Us to relax and discuss our selection on the 3rd Thursday morning of the month.
Titles: See Below.
DETAILS: APRIL 15TH Coffee 9:30 AM - Book Discussion 10:00 AM
HOST: Jenny Mitchell will email a Zoom invitation for April 2021.
HOW: We will zoom through spring and hope to meet outdoors in person.
General questions about book group or want to be on their email list? Even if you have not had time to read our selection, we encourage you to join us. You might, for example, know something we don't about the setting of the work and we'd welcome your input. You also might enjoy just listening in and not saying anything!
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April: The Vanishing Half
by Brit Bennett
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May: Leave The World Behind
by Rumaan Alam
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First Thursday of Every Month
STITCHING TOGETHER
All Levels and Any Style Welcome!
Did you know that Weston has a non-profit organization called Wild Life In Crisis (not affiliated with WSC)? They do great work and provide educational information such as this: How To Care For Baby Birds If you are looking for something easy, new, and quick to knit during spring, check out this video from Studio Knit:
DATE: First Thursday of every month but varies
TIME: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
DATE: APRIL 8th (moved from first Thurs. due to holidays)
HOST AND LOCATION: Zoom Meeting Link to be emailed the day before by
Carole Berg berg.carole@yahoo.com. Please contact Carole if you'd like to be included in the Stitch Group email distribution list. While we love it when you have a project, anyone interested in stitching is encouraged to join even if just to chat.
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DINiNG IN - food and drink with friends at a member's home - get on the email list for details!
It's April: Happy Passover and Happy Easter!
Interested in serving something new? Click on these links for ideas:
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Look for the Sign-up Genius email to receive the menu and host address. Select the menu item you would like to prepare. Arrive with your dish ready to serve, your preferred beverage, a tally of your expenses (for menu item only please), and cash so we can even out the costs at the end of the evening.
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CHICK FLICKS -- DINNER AND MOVIE NIGHT
Everyone Welcome
Contact Perrie or Kristen (emails are below) to get on our Chick Flick email distribution list. They will email a zoom link invitation for our next virtual meeting.
We encourage everyone to join in to share streaming ideas even if they do not make it to our official topic picks list. Join even if you've not seen any of the selections below.
The movies choices picked at the last zoom are:
A documentary about Audrey Hepburn aptly named
Audrey on Netflix,
A fictionalized account of Helen Reddy’s life
I am Woman available on Netflix,
A historical English drama
The King available on Netflix,
And a Paul Newman classic, 1962
Hud available on Amazon or Pluto,
WHEN: When in person, generally, 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month
INFO: Chick Flicks Dinner & Movie Night; ask us about movie vouchers from Costco and watch for 'dinner' choices that take advantage of Happy Hour menus!
LOCATION: TBD (organizers send details a few days prior to each movie night)
TIME: Join us for a bite to eat around 5:30-The movie usually starts around 7:30 pm. If you can't make dinner, we will meet in the lobby just before showtime.
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LET'S DO LUNCH Want to meet friends for a lunch out-try new restaurants and enjoy adult conversation-generally on Fridays? Email Rook at the link below to be put on the email list.
Spring is on its way. Watch for outdoor restaurant visits as more and more people get vaccinated.
An Evite will be sent to the Let's Do Lunch group members. If you did not receive it or wish to join our email distribution list, please contact Rook. Watch for Prix Fixe and Restaurant Week specials!
WHEN: TBD
LOCATION: TBD
INFO: TBD
TIME: Noon
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Are you interested in Archeology?
WHAT: Sutton Hoo, Britain is the site featured in the recent film "The Dig"
Lecture 1. Early Anglo-Saxon Britain and the Royal Ship Burial
Lecture 2. Treasures – Glitter and Understanding of a Vanished Time
WHEN: April 8th and 15th
LOCATION: Via Zoom
HOST: Weston Senior Activities Center
TIME: 2 PM to 4 PM with Q & A
WHO: Bill Preinitz, Historian, Explorations Lectures LLC
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Canasta Lovers and Learners -- let’s get together and play!
Interested in hosting, learning, playing?
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MAHJONG
DATE: TBD
LOCATION: TBD
TIME: 6pm
Beginners Welcome!
Interested in getting on email distribution and/or hosting, learning, playing?
Please contact: Kristin Kreuder: kristinkreuder@optonline.net
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AROUND WESTON -- COMMUNITY EVENTS COMING UP |
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Weston Women's League
Support Children's Connection
Children’s Connection has been responding to the needs of physically and sexually abused children and their families for more than 35 years. To learn more about Children’s Connection please visit: https://hscct.org/childrens-connection/
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Aspectuck Land Trust is one of Weston's least known gems.
It is a nonprofit organization founded in 1967 that seeks to preserves open spaces in the towns of Westport, Fairfield, Weston and Easton in Fairfield County, Connecticut. In 2011 it was reported that the trust covered an area of 1,700 acres over 43 sites which include public trails.
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Weston Garden Club
Please join us for our monthly meetings every third Thursday morning at 9:30am at the library. Just ask at the front desk where the Garden Club is meeting. All are welcome! Visit Weston Garden Club Website
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Support Our Town Treasure
Lachat Town Farm
http://www.lachattownfarm.org
Farmers Market in warmer months
Last Friday of the month from 4 PM - 8 PM. Food trucks, drink specials and farmers market.
Tai Chi at Lachat
Saturday Mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am - Please join us for Tai Chi at Lachat on Saturday mornings from 9am to 10am. Rain or Shine! There is a suggested donation of $5.00 per person that will go towards fund raising for the Farm. Deby Goldenberg will be your instructor and is doing this to help raise funds for the farm. We are very grateful to Deby for doing this.
Do come and enjoy starting the day with Tai Chi. Just arrive and join in. No registration is necessary. Instructor: Deby Goldenberg
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WESTON HELPFUL LINKS
TOWN OF WESTON
(Town Hall, Land Records, Taxes, Meetings, Permits)
WESTPORT WESTON HEALTH DISTRICT
(The Westport Weston Health District (WWHD) is a governmental agency which provides local public health services to the residents of Westport and Weston.)
WESTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
(High School, Middle School, Intermediate, Elementary)
WESTON PTOs
(Working on behalf of all students and families to support & improve our schools)
WESTON LIBRARY
(Lots of great events for young children and teens; Photography Club; Parenting Workshops and Topics; Book Clubs; Tech Tips; Free Museum Passes; Homebound Book Delivery Services; The New Yorker Publication Roundtable)
WESTON YOUTH SERVICES
(Provides a range of programs & services to promote the health & well-being of children & families.)
WESTON PARKS AND RECREATION
(Pool permits, swim lessons, dog obedience, adult exercise classes)
WESTONARTS (A Non-profit Volunteer Organization Supporting and Developing the Arts in Weston)
WESTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY (The Society is continually developing & offering programs that combine historical, educational & social activities that inform, inspire, challenge & entertain the public.)
LACHAT TOWN FARM - A Community Space (Provides ways to unite all generations around a community farm effort by celebrating Weston's farming roots and offering extensive educational programs related to agriculture, the environment, sustainability, nutrition, and the arts while fostering an appreciation for the history of Weston and it's diverse community.)
WESTON WOMEN'S LEAGUE
(A non-profit, philanthropic organization and diverse group of women dedicated to volunteering and raising funds in support of charitable, educational and community needs in Weston and surrounding towns)
WESTON KIWANIS CLUB (Dedicated to serving children.)
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF WESTON (Dedicated to serving all voters.)
NATURE CONSERVANCY
https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/lucius-pond-ordwaydevils-den-preserve/
THE HUB-WESTON SENIOR ACTIVITIES CENTER (Dedicated to serving Weston seniors 55+.)
TEAM WESTPORT (Together Effectively Achieving Multiculturalism-Members live in Westport/Weston)
WESTON WARM-UP FUND
WESTON WOMEN'S CLUB
PO Box 1051, Weston, CT 06883
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