July 2023 THE CHARBONNEAU VILLAGER 3
Connections
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that allow for mutual kindness and respect . It takes a village , and a village is diverse and inclusive . So , I ’ m pleased about this direction . The Villager has become more engaging and inclusive in language and content over the past couple of years . I ’ d like to see that trend continue . For a long time , it was pretty golf-centered . Golf is an important part of the community , but broadening is good for things overall .
Q : What do you have to offer the community / your neighbors ?
A : I taught drawing classes at the Activity Center at one time , earlier in my residency here . I ’ d be happy to apply those art education skills again and offer those types of activities for kids . I ’ m also up for playing some part in the visioning and planning of new intergenerational activities .
Q : What might you appreciate receiving from the community / your neighbors ?
A : I ask that we all keep waving and smiling to one another ! We can all do our part to keep cultivating a culture of safety , friendliness , openness and recognition of others . When I go on my walks and see waving and smiling neighbors , it makes me deeply appreciate living here .
Kim can be reached at kim . boehler @ gmail . com .
Do you know of a Charbonneau resident or family that we might feature in this column ? Please feel free to suggest them . Dana Brenner , dbrenkel @ gmail . com
We are particularly interested in featuring voices not heard as often here and not as engaged in the community as they could be- younger residents , renters , condo dwellers , families , grandparents involved in caring for grandchildren , residents of diverse backgrounds . This is part of a burgeoning effort to create a more inclusive and connected culture .
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By LYNDA HUBER
Join us for Happy Hour
Outgoing and incoming officers and committee chairs enjoyed a wonderful brunch Monday , June 5 , in the card room . These gals can cook ! You should have seen all we could select from . It was fun also
HUBER having time to visit with one another .
We are so thankful for these gals who plan , organize , set up and hold our monthly luncheons . Thank you to those who are stepping down from committee chairs this year — Marikate Book and Georgia Bushman as catering vice presidents and Kathy Fuller and Darlene Crosby as decorations chairs . These gals have volunteered to help with other committees and positions and we are also thankful for that . Lindy Anderson and I are swapping positions . I will again have the honor of being your president while Lindy will be treasurer .
Monday July 17 , 5-7 p . m . Happy Hour
Members grab your friends and join us in the Pavilion . Any woman who is interested in getting to know us can join us for this event . It is not just for members . Complimentary wine and appetizers will be served . Although this is a free event , you must RSVP . You may sign up in the book at the Activity Center in the coat room or email to info @ cwacharbonneau . com no later than Thursday , July 13 . Please provide names of those who are attending in that email . I hope you can come and enjoy visiting with friends while making new ones .
Because of a conflict with Pink Ball , our September Luncheon and Fashion Show will be held on the third Monday ( not the second Monday ) of the month . Mark your calendars for Monday Sept . 18 . Doors open at 11 a . m . for our annual Luncheon / Fashion Show . Lunch will be served at 11:30 am . Our committee chairs Kathy Fisher & Robyn Gowdy have been busy panning this special event for some time as we normally hold this in May . We had delayed it due to the upcoming building siding and window project . Fashions will be provided by Chico ’ s of Washington Square . Sign up early as this event is always sold out . Members watch your email for updates . Membership applications and the luncheon sign-up book will be placed in the Activity Center coat room by Aug . 15 .
Next month I will feature some of our new board members . In the meantime , enjoy this beautiful summer weather we have been having .
The Charbonneau Women ’ s Association welcomes individuals to its upcoming Happy Hour .
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Making the Move
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