Monthly News & Updates

December 2022 | Issue 5

From the Co-Presidents

Happy Holidays!

December can be a special magical month. I love seeing how houses are decorated in our neighborhoods. Seeing things through young children’s eyes. Holiday baking, hot chocolate, decorating, Elf on the Shelf, finding the perfect gift for a loved one, favorite stories, family traditions, community…I love this season! Wait, did I just stress anyone out? Besides myself? Because this busy month full of parties, activities, family obligations and expectations can get a little overwhelming. BUT, it can also be so fun! We have so many activities to look forward to this month: First Friday, the Yule Log event, and the Gift exchange just to name a few. I hope you can find time to attend them. Getting together for a bit of holiday cheer is what makes this community special.

No matter what you celebrate or what your plans are, Susan and I hope you have a joyful and stress-managed month.

Your Co-Presidents,

Leslie and Susan

Hiking News

Hello Hikers!

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Looking forward to seeing you on the trails!

Trish and Patty

CPWC RE-DISCOVER our local CRNRA trails: . . . Tuesday, Dec 13, 2022 Hike

Hike forest to Sibley Pond, secluded cemetery, high ridge above Sope Creek & down to stacked stone Paper Mill ruins. 5 miles. 9:30a carpool at ACC or drive directly to trailhead by 10a. A lead hiker is provided at front (completion at noon) & at back, so hike at your own pace. Hiking boots recommended. Bring water, snack and a Food Pantry donation!

Contact

Trish Wenger and Patty Pace.

Click here to register for the December Event

Canasta Interest Group

Join us for Canasta!

Canasta will meet on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 1:00 pm

for fellowship and play at 1:30 pm.

Light snacks served. Beginners welcome.

RSVP is appreciated.

Contact Karen Frantz for location 770-715-7139

No emails to her please.

Bridge Interest Group

The Bridge Club will meet Wednesday, December 14 at 10:00 AM at Atlanta Country Club. For more information, please contact Melissa Nicol. Interested players should contact Melissa Nicol or 770-541-6168 home or 404-310-0888. ♠️♥️♦️♣️

First Friday Couples' Evenings

First Friday

December 2

Join us for the Holiday Cheer First Friday at the home of Tina & Kaj Engberg, 276 Farm Rd., on December 2.

Dress in your festive attire and bring an appetizer and favorite beverage. Singles, couples and guests are welcome. RSVP is appreciated but not required.

Please let Tina (678.362.8602) know if you need to park in the driveway, otherwise please use McFarlane Park's lot.

Cheers!

Click here to RSVP

This event is for couples and your RSVP is nice but not required. Please bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage. RSVP below. So much to be thankful for!!!

If anyone is interested in hosting please contact Karyn Porter.

Savvy Program Updates

The Savvy women program will be a super fun Wine Tasting and Travel party on Wednesday, Dec. 14th at 6:30 pm at 4530 Ponte Vedra Drive.

Debbie Ruskin will be our delightful speaker; she is a Wine Sommelier and Travel Agent. She will be talking about wines from different countries and travel too! She attended the Atlanta Wine School. This is going to be a really festive and informative event! Wine, cheeses and light appetizers will be served.

Please RSVP to Melissa Malmberg

Yoga Interest Group

Yoga Interest Group Meets on Tuesdays at 3pm.

For December, please Check email and Facebook for updates. Contact Belinda if you'd like to be added to the distribution list or would like to receive a location confirmation.

To view the 2022-2023 Board Member and Interest Group Chairs, click here.

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Daytime Programs

Click here to register for the December 9 luncheon

**RSVP by 12/7

CPWC December Program Meeting

Join us for the Annual CPWC Holiday Gift Exchange & Cookie Swap & Luncheon on Friday, Dec. 9 @ 10:30 am at Debbie Judd's home, 270 Pine Valley Rd.

If you would like to participate in the gift exchange, bring a $20 wrapped gift. If you want to bring home 3 doz. cookies, bring 3 doz. cookies & a separate take-home tin. Please bring cash or check for the charity raffle too! All proceeds benefit 10 Women of Hope.

Run/Walk 5K

Hello Walkers!

Remember we walk the first and third Monday of each month.

December's 5K is actually a 5K!!! It is a Jingle Bell walk/run in Dunwoody on Saturday, December 10. Check out the link below! Jean Dole is the contact person for any questions. So put on your Santa hats and join us!

Jingle Bell Run - Saturday, December 10

You do not have to run the 5Ks! Most of us walk!

Contact Jean for more info.

Jean Dole (404) 433-5551

Click on the links below for the December events to learn more. Family and friends are welcome to join you for the 7K and 5K. We would love to have you all join us and represent our club and East Cobb! And remember, you are not required to run any of these events! Some will choose to run, but most will choose to walk.

Click here for information on the December Event

Family Activities

Family Activities looks forward to seeing you at McFarlane Park for the following events:

Upcoming Events

Yule Log, December 4, 3 - 4pm - This Sunday!

Egg Hunt, March 26, 3 - 4pm

End of School Year Kona Ice Party, May 24, 330 - 430pm.

Yule Log Bonfire —

Sunday, December 4 is our annual Yule Log event at McFarlane Park from 3:00-4:00 pm.

Santa will be there for photos and story time. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate & make a s'more over the yule fire!

It is a great photo opp for you and your family. Bring the grandkids too!

Ring in the holidays at our own tradition…the McFarlane Park Yule Log Event. This event is hosted and supported by the Chattahoochee Plantation Women's Club.

Contact Belinda Vogel for more details - bel_v@yahoo.com.

Gardening Interest Group

Garden Group

Our trip to Peach State Orchids was cancelled due to low response, probably due to the proximity to holiday travel. Members who still have an interest are welcome to join the Sope Creek Garden Club when they visit the orchid wholesaler on January 4 at 1030 AM. Parking at Peach State is limited so carpooling will be necessary. Contact Karin Guzy , 678-860-4445, karinguzy@gmail.com and she will coordinate any CPWC members who want to join the group.

It is a little counter intuitive, but many orchids start to bloom in December and January, with the phalaeanopsis (butterfly) orchids frequently holding their blooms for months. This means that the greenhouses will be full of blooms in January. Orchids will be available for sale. The owner will provide a tour and cover the basics regarding their care.

Book Clubs

Evening Book Club

The Evening Book Club currently does not have a December meeting planned.

Please email Terry with questions and join the "Read Between the Wines Book Club" on the "BookClubs" app.

Daytime Book Club

Our December Day time Book Club will be held on the 12th at 10:00 AM. The book we will discussing is Anxious People by Fredrick Bachman led by Jean Dole. Our host is Ellie Lacey . See you then.

Happy Reading

For more information please email Zeenat Jetha or Susan Fulkerson.

Sunshine

Celebrating You!!! Happy Birthday to our December birthdays!

If you know of anyone that could use a little "Sunshine", please contact our ambassadors of sunshine, Kristine Ward and Lindsey Mabey.

Alexandra	Lopes	December 3
Chris	Cashman	December 4
Rita	Furness	December 8
Pat	Smith	December 9
Dot	Grigsby (Rejoining)	December 11
Michelle	Jericevich	December 15
Jean	Dole	December 17
Amy	McConnell	December 18
Kelley	Sodel	December 25
Jean Ann	McCarthy	December 26
Judi	West	December 27

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