Newcomers' and Neighbors' Club of Randolph

 
P.O. Box 142 · Mount Freedom, NJ · 07970
 
 
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Interest Groups

We have quite a lot to offer through our Interest Groups.  You can learn about the groups that are currently active by choosing any of the links below.  New groups are created often, so stop back from time to time to see what's been added!

Do you have an idea for a new Interest Group?  Would you like to host a new group?  Please let us know!  Some suggestions for new groups are below.

Daddy Day
Dog Playgroup
Fitness Club
Photography Club
Stitching Club
Walking Club



Baby Club  Baby Club

“New” to Randolph? Bambinos and Bambinas who may be considered too young for playgroups are welcome to join their mommies at their very own Baby’s Club.

Meeting times and lengths will vary depending on the activities that are planned and, more importantly, the schedule of the baby!
Please RSVP to Tricia no later than the day before each event.  If nobody RSVP's, the event will be canceled.

Thursday, November 20th, 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Playdate - Trief Home


Wednesday, December 17th - 9:30AM
Holiday Cookie Swap with the Mommy & Me Group - Tish Home

Bring 3 dozen cookies (homemade or bakery bought) and relax with flavored coffee and play date for the kids.  When you leave you will take home an assorted platter of everyone’s cookies.  Holiday cookie making can’t be more fun or easy.  RSVP to Katie Bartnick if you can make it and tell her what cookie you can bring.  Location will be announced in December. 


Monday, December 1st - 3:00PM to 5:00PM
Playdate - Khanna Home

Please RSVP to Stephanie


Tuesday, December 9th - 10:00AM
Jill's Place

Please RSVP to Tricia
 
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Babysitting Co-Op 

Need FREE BABYSITTING?  Join the babysitting Co-op!  It’s a great way to make new friends for you and your children, and get free babysitting in the process!
Participation in the co-op eliminates the need to feel guilty about asking friends to help watch your kids when you need to run an errand in the daytime, or need a night out without the kids.  And to help us all get to know one another before utilizing each other for babysitting, we are scheduling monthly evening meetings for the moms and daytime playgroups for the children.  It’s really a great program, and it’s even better when we have more members.  To register, or for more information, contact Lesley and Debbie

Thursday, November 11th - 8:00PM
Trezza Home
All are welcome - Please RSVP if you can join us

Thursday, December 11th - 7:30PM
Gray Home
All are welcome - Please RSVP if you can join us
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Book Club  Book Club 

We hope that you all had a wonderful summer and we’re looking forward to seeing a lot of old and new faces this year.  Once again, we are very excited about the list of books selected for the year.  We were given great feedback in the spring and we’ve heard that a lot of you have already started reading.
Since some of you may be new to the club, we’d like just to review how our group is run.  In June the group decides together on the books for the upcoming year.   In order to include everyone interested, we pretty much alternate between evening and daytime meetings.  The meetings usually fall on the last week of the month. This can vary as the person hosting chooses the date.  Due to the holiday schedule our December selection is not discussed until the beginning of January.  Evening meetings start at 7:30 and daytime meetings start around Noon.  For daytime discussions we all bring something to share and have lunch together – children are always welcome during the day.  You can choose to read all of the books or just a few; there’s no commitment required.  If you are having difficulty finding a book, please contact us as we have one set which can be borrowed on a first come, first serve basis.
 Book Club Selections 2008-2009
Sep
Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortensen and David Oliver Relin
Daytime Discussion
Oct 
The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield
Evening Discussion
Nov 
Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community, and War by Nathaniel Philbrick 
Daytime Discussion
Dec 
The Last Lecture by Pausch and Jeffrey Zaslow  
Evening Discussion
at beginning of Jan
Jan 
The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs  
Daytime Discussion
Feb.
The History of Love by Nicole Krauss
Evening Discussion
Mar 
Loving Frank by Nancy Horan
Daytime Discussion
Apr 
Belong to Me by Marisa De Los Santos
Evening Discussion
May 
The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton
Daytime Discussion
June 
Selection of Books for 2009-2010  
Daytime Meeting
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Bunco  Bunco 

Bunco is a fun game and great way to meet new people!  Beginners are welcome!  It is not hard to learn; we've had 4 year olds play.  It's a game of luck, a time to socialize and nibble on snacks, or maybe even have a glass of wine.  Please contact Valerie if you are free to play the second Thursday evening of the month, either as a member of the group or a sub.

November 13th - 7:30PM
Bartnick Home
RSVP by November 10th to Katie or Valerie
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Community Service Community Service Helping Hands

Community Service offers you an opportunity to help a variety of local groups and get to know your fellow members at the same time.

The Halloween Parade - Tuesday, October 28th
Grab your costume, either sweet or scary! Everyone is welcome, every ghost or fairy! Please join the fun at the Halloween Parade on Tuesday, October 28th at the Senior Community Center on Calais Road. The parade begins at 4pm.  If you would like to volunteer as a judge or can donate either apple juice or paper products, please  contact Kerri Novak.  Thank you!

Helping Hands
Helping Hands is a group that provides either homemade or store bought meals to members in a time of need – a new baby, an illness, or the loss of a family member.  Any assistance is welcome!  We’ve really made a difference in the lives of our fellow members, and they truly appreciate a “helping hand”.  Contact Cindy Burke to volunteer or to notify the club of a member in need.

Senior Holiday Dinner - Randolph High School Cafeteria
Sunday, December 7
, 2008 - Noon to 3:00PM
NNCR volunteers serve the meal and we provide desserts for this event.  We start staging the dessert platters around 11:30AM.  Between the seniors, the band, the good food, and the camaraderie it will be a fun afternoon!  If you are willing to help out with serving and/or baking for this event, please contact Tammy McConnell Thanks so much to all those who have already indicated a willingness to help!       

Senior Picnic
We provide servers and desserts for this annual event in June.  Bakers prepare (or buy) their favorite dessert and help serve, or simply drop it off.  Servers offer and handle the buffet style meals and desserts.  More details will be available closer to the picnic.

Morris Habitat for Humanity
There are a great many opportunities for our club members to get involved with MHfH.  To see how you can contribute, visit the Habitat for Humanity Volunteers section of this page.

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Couples' Night Out 

Come and join us for an enjoyable evening with your better half!  RSVP to Grace for all our scheduled events.

Saturday, October 25th - 7:00 PM
Progressive Dinner at Nicole's on Route 10 in Randolph
 
Please join us for an evening of fun and a great opportunity to meet your neighbors, have lively conversation and sample some interesting dishes.  $85 per couple.  RSVP to Grace no later than October 8th.



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Dinner Club  Dinner Club

        Travel the globe without leaving your town,
        Expand your culinary horizons...
Come have some fun, see old friends, meet new people, and enjoy a good meal and a fun night out! Dinner club is forming.  This year will offer creative themes (such as, Harvest Meal , Spain : Tapas Party, Rustic French Cooking, Winter Warm-Up Dinner, Italian Alfresco Dinner, Southern Accents and of course the favorite- Secret Ingredient Dinner) with suggested menus.  We will start out with the easier recipes and then progress to slightly more difficult recipes as the ‘dinner group’ desires.

Rules of Engagement:
  • People will be asked whether they want to bring a main course, side, appetizer, or dessert.  We will track who brings what – so that the same people are not constantly bringing main courses. 
  • We will assign each couple a suggested recipe for which substitutions are allowed.
  • We would like an RSVP 14 days in advance, if possible – so that we can properly plan the event
  • Hosts – need only provide soft drinks, tea, coffee, and a fun place to be.
  •  BYOB- let’s not forget to bring a bottle of wine, beer or whatever else goes with the theme of the night
  • If you sign up for a dinner and for some reason can't make it, please have the courtesy to let the coordinators and host know as soon as possible so that we can make other arrangements for your dish.
  • Suggestions for menus or any improvements are always welcome.
 If you are interested in joining us, or receiving information about Dinner Club, please contact Doreen Cohen, Jennifer Michels, or Patty Yeakel.

November 15th - 7PM
Asian Fusion

Lynn Home
RSVP by November 5th


December 6th - 7PM
Spanish Tapas
Location TBA

RSVP by November 22nd

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Family Adventures 

This NEW club offers a range of activities held throughout the year. If you have any suggestions for or would like to help plan an event, please let me know.  
 

February Adventure

 Family Brunch and Pictionary on a large pad with marker.  Host needed.  Menu sign up will be circulated via email.  

Contact Nancie to get on mailing list for these events and more.

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GolfGolf

Welcome to the 2007-2008 year of Golf with Newcomers and Neighbors!  Last year was a great year for golf in and around Randolph. We have a mix of players from first timers to some of us who have been playing a few years. There is always someone to pair up with.
This year we have played at Lake Lackawanna, a nice 9 hole course not too far away, and we have even done 18 holes at Rolling Greens in Sparta.  Let me know if you would like to join us for a few holes.   We can also hit at the driving range or play a round at the pitch and putt.  Do come and join us.  We have a fun time, a nice walk, a chat (when no one is hitting), and play some golf as well.
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 Habitat for Humanity Volunteers

There is so much opportunity for our members to work in their community with MHH, that we have decided to make it an interest group.  Please email Nancie Ludwig if you and your family would like to be on the email list to hear about monthly events and how you can help.  There will be opportunities for children 5 years old to adult throughout the year.


Volunteers Needed - November 15, 2008

Habitat for Humanity needs volunteers to man an information table at Willowbrook Mall.  Visit here for more information and to volunteer.


Morris County Habitat for Humanity Gala
Meadow Woods Manor - Randolph
January 31, 2009 - 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM


Great band for dancing, appetizers, open bar all night, dinner served and silent art, jewelry, sport memorabilia auction. Many autographed auction items. Great couples night out. NNCR table $100 if at least ten members attend. $125 per person if less than 10 people sign up.




Ongoing Opportunities
Recycle cell phones and ink cartridges at Pink’s Pharmacy in Randolph.  Look for mailing envelopes under bulletin board and please thank Pinks for supporting MHH!

The ReStore in Mine Hill still needs daily volunteers.  Call (973) 366-3357 or 3358 for more information.

If you would like to be trained to help in Out Reach, contact Anna Masker, Development Outreach Chair.  Anna offers training sessions at the Mine Hill office (very close to Randolph).  For more information call Anna at 201-213-8720 to find out the date of the next session.   People trained in outreach can participate in informing civic and social groups about Morris Habitat for Humanity.

The following Professional Volunteer Positions are also available:
Contact Anna Masker for additional information.
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   Kids Korner 


Kids Korner is new for 2007-2008 year.  Created by the Baby Club, Mommy & Me, Kids Coffee, and Music with Mommy leaders, we hope that parents with kids under 6 will be able to find opportunities to meet each other across interest/age groups.  Make sure to check out the information below for Kids Coffee and Mom’s Night Out.  In addition, announcements about possible activities for different age groups are listed at the bottom.  Got any ideas about possible activities that you want listed in the newsletter?  Contact Chrissy or the age- appropriate Interest Group with the information.


Kids Coffee

Once every month, we hope to continue the tradition of a Kid’s Coffee, a “playgroup” opportunity for all moms (or dads) of all ages to get together for the kids to play and the adults to chat.  If you’d like to host a Kid’s Coffee, contact Pam Fuertes.

Tuesday, November 11th - 9:30AM to 11:30AM
Trezza Home
RSVP to Debra



Mom's Night Out

We all need some time to ourselves so the Moms of Kids Korner introduce Mom's Night Out.  Once a month we will put together a scheduled activity so that we can be sure to get out to talk about something other than our kids.  We would love some feedback on things that would be of interest to you.  It can be as simple as meeting for a drink at the local restaurant.  Please let us know if you would be interested in participating.

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  Ladies Night Out Ladies' Night Out



Wednesday, November 12th - 7:00PM to 9:00PM
Simply Cook It - International Trade Center, Mt. Olive
 
Simply Cook It makes preparing delicious home-cooked meals easy.  The staff is always available to help, answer questions, clean up, assist in carrying items to your car, or otherwise facilitate our experience.
RSVP by November 5th at Simply Cook It - follow the instructions below:
  • Go to the website, browse the November menu and choose the 6, 8 or 12 entrees that you’d like to make.
  • Choose the November 12th party - AKA Patrice's Party.  It will then prompt you for a password - see the newsletter for this information, or contact Patrice
  • Bring a cooler to transport your meals, they will provide an apron and bandanna.
  Contact Patrice for additional information.

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Lunch Bunch  Lunch Bunch

The Lunch Bunch group is always happy to see old friends and make some new ones.  If you have any suggestions for restaurants, please let us know!  We usually meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month.  We would love to see you there, so please contact us for more information.

Friday, November 21st - 12:00PM

Tabor Road Tavern - Route 10 West, Morris Plains
RSVP to Valerie by November 20th

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Men's Men’s Poker


Join us for a night of cards!
Men's Poker Club is looking for some new players.  We meet monthly, on the first Friday of each month, at a different host's home.  We play a friendly game of Dealer's Choice - if you can explain it (the same way, twice) we'll try to play it!  Some games we've played recently include Hold'em, Omaha, 7-card stud (also 6 and 5 card stud), Bingo, Rags and Royal Hold'em.
We keep it friendly with a 3-raise limit and no check-raising.  A $40 buy-in gets most players to midnight - usually!  Come try your luck and see if your Poker Face is up to the challenge!!  Invitations are handled via Evite.com, so forward you email address to Andy or Phil for more information.
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Mommy and Me Mommy and Me

Come and join us for some entertaining outings and activities with the kids!  Mommy and Me is a great way to get out and meet other moms while the kids get a chance to play.  These are always kid friendly activities, targeted for the 2 – 6 age range. So take a look, hopefully we will see you at one of these upcoming activities.  Visit here for directions to local parks, links of interest, and other resources. 
 
Thursday, November 20th  - 10:00 AM to 12 Noon 
Community Children’s Museum - Dover

Cost $5.00 per person over 6 months.

Saturday, December 6 - Sunday December 14th
10:00AM to 5:00PM (8:00PM on Fridays)
Friends of Frelinghuysen 17th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland

As a group let’s plan on going at 2pm on Wednesday the 10th.  Email 24 hours before and we can car pool or meet at a special place beforehand.

        Wednesday, December 17th - 9:30AM
Holiday Cookie Swap - Tish Home


Bring 3 dozen cookies (homemade or bakery bought) and relax with flavored coffee and a play date for the kids.  When you leave you will take home an assorted platter of everyone’s cookies.  Holiday cookie making can’t be more fun or easy.  RSVP to Katie if you can make it and what cookie you can bring.

        Week of December 29 – January 3, 2009
Community Children’s Museum - Dover
Open daily 10:00AM to 5:00 PM


Let’s meet on Tuesday the 30th at 10:30 a.m.  Cost is $5.00 per person over 6 months.
Please RSVP to Katie for any of the scheduled events.

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Music With MommyMusic With Mommy

Music with Mommy is ready to begin singing and dancing with you and your tot!   The class runs about 30 minutes and is appropriate for infants aged 6 months right up to the pre-K crowd.  Your children can bring instruments from home (maracas, tambourines, etc.).  There is no fee for this class, just your current paid membership to NNCR (see, membership does have it's privileges!).  We look forward to seeing you there! 

Friday Mornings at 9:30AM
Brundage Park - Green Bungalow straight back from the Tennis Courts

To register, send a message to Kerri and Kim including your name and your children's names and ages.  A confirmation will be sent back to you via e-mail.

*** NO CLASSES ON DECEMBER 26th and JANUARY 2nd ***

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Playgroups   Playgroups

 


Playgroups are a great way for your child to interact with other children and an even better way for you to make new friends, share parenting tips, and have some stimulating adult conversation.  Here's how the process works.  A parent contacts us to ask for placement in a group, and they are placed on a list for that age group.  When enough names have accumulated on a list, we will contact each person in that group and let them know.  One person will be asked to be in charge of pulling together the first meeting of the group.  At that initial meeting the group will collectively decide upon which day, time, frequency and such the group will meet each week.  Afterwards, you just let us know how it went, and your playgroup is formed!
**One of our members has expressed an interest in setting up a late afternoon (4 p.m.) playgroup for 4-5 year olds.**
 
Please contact Debbie if you are interested in becoming part of a playgroup or if your existing playgroup is open to new members.  Happy Playing!!!!
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Scrapbooking  Scrapbooking

Are you one of those women who've accumulated many scrapbooking supplies over the years?  Got tons of paper, stickers, embellishments etc. collecting dust?  Never got around to putting all those photos into your scrapbooks?  Full of good intentions, but just too busy or just don't know where to start?

Well, we're a group of women who've all been there (are still there)!  We get together once a month in the evening to just get something DONE.  Come and bring along all or some of your stuff and enjoy great conversation and some munchies while we all work on our own scrapbooks!

We do not have sales meetings for any scrap booking supplies EVER.

 


Monthly Crops
Bring your pictures, your supplies, and a snack to share.  Even if you are new to this great hobby, this is a great way and a great time to jump in and join the crowd!

Wednesday, November 5th - 7:00PM
Peel Home

 

Tuesday, December 9th - 7:00PM
Peel Home



Upcoming Crops

 

Please contact Jen for more information on any of the following crops.

 
Friday, November 14th - Sunday, November 16th
Weekend Crop - Basking Ridge Courtyard
 
Saturday, November 22nd - 10:00AM to 10:00PM
Creative Scrappin' Crop
St. Peter & Paul Orthodox Church Hall, Rockaway

Saturday, December 13th - 10:00AM to 10:00PM
Creative Scrappin' Crop
St. Peter & Paul Orthodox Church Hall, Rockaway

 

 
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Sewing Club


This is a NEW club for all sewers from beginners to more advanced levels.  It's a perfect time to start a sewing club with the holidays coming up, and it's sure to be a lot of fun!  We will sew beginner to basic sewing projects.  You will need to bring your own supplies based on the project which will be announced the first day.  We will meet a couple of hours one Saturday afternoon a month (so moms and working moms can have some time for themselves).  Drinks (coffee, tea, soda, etc.) will be furnished by the hostess and each member should bring a snack to share.

The first meeting will be hosted by Kerri and if we get a good response we can alternate among other member’s homes. 
  

Please contact Kerri for more information, or to provide any ideas or suggestions of your own for this new club.
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TennisTennis

We will play tennis on Tuesday mornings until it snows or the temps are in the 50’s.  We play from 9:00 to 10:30 at Brundage Park.  Contact Irene today to get on the email list and just respond when you can play. If you have an interest in an evening group, you can use the email list to find times that others may want to play along with you.
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Wine Club

Welcome to Wine Club!  We are looking forward to a fun year of meeting new friends, eating delicious food and drinking spectacular wines!  We meet casually, bi-monthly, at a host member's home to socialize with friends and enjoy tasting a number of wines (non-alcoholic beverages will also be available).  Participants provide an appetizer of their choice and split the cost of the wines.


Saturday, November 15th - 7:30PM
Walsh Home
This month we will be sampling a selection of wines from South America .  With so much variety, quality and value coming out of Argentina and Chile , wine from South America has proved itself worthy of the wonderful impression it is making on the worldwide wine industry.  From Argentina , the Malbec has earned a spot as one of the most widely hailed wines of the last five years and Chile has become one of the top wine exporters in the world.

The cost of the wine will be split among the attendees, and we expect it to be about $10 or $15 per person.  Once your attendance is confirmed, you will be assigned to bring either an appetizer or a dessert of your choice.

RSVP to Laurie - Attendance is limited to 30 people.
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