Fall 2007 - Spring 2008
Interest Groups |
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Groups for 2007-2008 |
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Mah Jongg |
Mary Robison (841-4299)
Chris Day (830-0277) |
Meet to learn to play this fun and challenging game
first played at the time of Confucius by the ruling class of China. Time
and location will be determined by the group. |
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Robinson to Robinson:
From the Governor to the Park
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Katie Armitage (841-3303)
Rita Spradlin (7 49 -4107)
Sandra Wiechert (842-5467) |
Meets February 5,19, March 4,18, April 1 and 15. Sessions
will be from 9-11 a.m. at the Dole Institute of Politics. The series will
include a March 18 walk down historical Jayhawk Boulevard lead by Katie
Armitage. The last session will be a walk from Katie's historical home to
Robinson Park. More information will be provided later. Fee. |
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Antiques Group |
Nancy Haggart (842-2712)
Kay Henry (842-6579) |
Meets the fourth Thursday of the month except November
(5th Thursday) and December (2nd Wednesday). Full day outings are planned
for October and March. Each member serves on one monthly committee each
year as hostess, committee chair/member, presenter or trip organizer. Annual
dues are $3.00. Program available. |
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Books 'N' Babies |
Faye Hale (749-1728)
Shari Anderson (331-5797) |
Meets every other Friday at a member's house to discuss
a book while the kids play. Designed for moms and their children 5 and younger. |
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Book Discussion (Daytime) |
Judith Thompson (842-3745)
Martha Rose (842-1427) |
Meets the third Wednesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. in
Judith's home, 403 Homestead. Discuss authors from Shakespeare to Toni Morrison
and great literature you've always wanted to read (or reread). |
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Book Discussion (Evening) |
Ann Blackhurst (841-4099)
Sonja Vicker (840-9740) |
Meets on the third Thursday of each month to discuss a
book that has been chosen by all the members. Meets in a member's home each
month at 7:30 p.m. |
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Book Exchange |
Sharon Brown (842-2079) |
No regular meetings. Each member purchases a recent bestseller
(hardcover, please). An exchange system will be established. |
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Bridge Couples Duplicate |
Marnie Argersinger (843-2730)
Virginia Seaver (843-4081) |
Meets the third Friday of the month at 7:15 p.m. in a
member's home. |
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Bridge Couples Social |
Tammy Steeples (842-7 491)
Jill Baringer (842-3025) |
Meets the third Sunday of the month from September to
April (except December) at 7:00 p.m. in a member's home. New members are
welcome. |
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Cocktail Fare |
Ginger Mossberg (842-2205)
Marian Scheid (843-5624) |
Meets the first Friday of the month October through May
from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in a member's home. Includes spouses. Each member serves
on a monthly committee, preparing appetizers with the host responsible for
beverages. |
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Come as You Are Breakfast |
Kathy Mulinazzi (841-3645)
Jill Baringer (842-3025) |
Meets the last Wednesday of the month, except December
and May, at Perkins on23'd Street. Drop in any time between 9:00-11:30 a.m.
and no need to dress up or bring anything. Come enjoy breakfast and informal
conversation. |
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C.S. Lewis Reading Group |
Nancy Yacker (843-5264) |
Meets the second Thursday of the month from 1:30-3:30
p.m. in Nancy's home. Discuss both reason and imagination in Lewis' numerous
writings.
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Dance Fans |
Mary Ross (760-2816) |
Meets to attend evening programs by University Dance Company
at Lied,by 940 Dance Company at Lawrence Arts Center, and occasionally to
observe daytime master classes, rehearsals, or videos of professional performances. |
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Gourmet Dinner |
Dottie Nordlund (842-0746) |
Cooperatively prepare monthly dinners for four to five
couples in a member's home. Themes are often ethnic. |
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Great Gardening in NE Kansas |
Joan Reiber (843-5537)
Barbara Gearhart (749 -1829)
Mary Loveland (842-9333) |
Meets the second Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. during
the gardening season for garden tours and out-of-town field trips. In the
winter months the group meets at a later hour in a member's home. Members
plan and implement the programs. |
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Informal Supper Group |
Janet Roth (843-4764)
Mary Remus (331-2789) |
Meets the second Sunday of the month at 5:30 p.m. during
October through June. No meetings in January and May. Hostesses provide
entree and each participant brings a side dish. Most meetings are at the
Smith Center unless hostesses' homes are available. Cost: $5.00 per person
each meeting to cover entree, wine, and bar service. For
more information about exact dates, food assignments, etc. |
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Jabberwalkers |
Mary Beth Petr (842-5342) |
Meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at the Lied Center
parking lot at 7:15 a.m. for campus walking. During cool, inclement weather,
the group meets at Allen Field House at 7;15 a.m.
Of special interest: During the month of October, Jabberwalkers
(and others) are encouraged to participate in Walktober, a free
walking program to complete on your own or with a group of your choosing
during the month of October. Enroll through LMH
Health and Wellness Classes enrollment process. |
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Needlework & Chat |
Diana Dyal (843-6560) |
Meets the third Thursday of the month in a member's home
from 1:30-3:30 p.m. All levels and all types of needlework welcome. Join
us for a couple of hours of fun and conversation. |
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New Members & Friends |
Rita Spradlin (749-4107)
Tammy Steeples (842-7491) |
New members will be welcomed at a luncheon September 14
from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Chancellor's campus home. Designed for
those new to UWC or rejoining after many years, as well as members who wish
to mentor newcomers or meet new people. Activities focus on special places
in the community and on campus. Planning meeting will be September 21. |
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Spanish Plays |
TBA |
Meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month at
1:30 p.m. in a member's home. Reads mostly contemporary plays and has an
annual potluck meal with spouses. |
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TGIF |
Sandi Woods (691-5863)
Nancy Hale-Martinko (843- 4343) |
Meets four Fridays during the year (Sept. 14, Nov. 16,
Feb 15, and April 4) from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in the Malott Room for friendship,
hors d'oeures and libations. Hostesses each month coordinate decor, food,
drinks, and clean up. Can include a guest or spouse. Cost: $5.00 per person
each TGIF to cover Union and drinks. |
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