ÿþ<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"> <html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <head> <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /> <!-- TemplateBeginEditable name="doctitle" --> <title>Chautauqua Womens Club</title> <!-- TemplateEndEditable --> <script type="text/javascript"> <!-- function MM_preloadImages() { //v3.0 var d=document; if(d.images){ if(!d.MM_p) d.MM_p=new Array(); var i,j=d.MM_p.length,a=MM_preloadImages.arguments; for(i=0; i<a.length; i++) if (a[i].indexOf("#")!=0){ d.MM_p[j]=new Image; d.MM_p[j++].src=a[i];}} } //--> </script> <style type="text/css"> <!-- body,td,th { font-family: Times New Roman, Times, serif; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify; } h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6 { font-family: Times New Roman, Times, serif; } h1 { font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; } h2 { font-size: 12px; } .one { font-size: 14px; font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; font-weight: normal; text-align: justify; } .one .one { font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; } .Bold { font-weight: bold; font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; } .one1 {font-size: 14px; font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; } .footer { font-size: 9px; text-align: center; } .one p strong { text-align: center; } .dg { text-align: center; } a:link { text-decoration: none; color: #000; } a:visited { text-decoration: none; } a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } a:active { text-decoration: none; } --> </style> <!-- TemplateBeginEditable name="head" --> <!-- TemplateEndEditable --> </head> <body> <table width="815" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="3"> <tr> <td colspan="2"><img src="images/summer_gatherings_header.jpg" width="800" height="130" alt="summer_gatherings" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="160" height="261" class="one"><span class="one1"><strong><a href="membership.html"><img src="images/how_to_join.jpg" width="200" height="50" alt="how_to_join" /></a> <a href="board_director.html">CWC Board</a><br /> <a href="board_trustee.html">CWC Officers</a><br /> <a href="barbara_vackar.htm">Barbara Vackar-President</a><br /> <a href="cwc_history.html">CWC History</a><br /> <a href="calendar/horizontal_calendar_2009.pdf">Calendar</a><br /> <a href="summer_gatherings_09.html">Summer Gatherings '09</a><br /> <a href="antique_show.html">Antique Show</a><br /> <a href="flea_market.html">Flea Market</a><br /> <a href="contemporary_issues.html">Contemporary Issues Forum</a><br /> <a href="comtemporary_issues_dialogues.html">Contemporary Issues Dialogues </a><br /> <a href="young_women.html">Young Women</a><br /> <a href="thursday_morning.html">Thursday Morning Coffee</a><br /> <a href="strawberry_fest.html">Strawberry Festival</a><br /> <a href="scholarship_program.html">Scholarships</a><br /> <a href="recitals.html">Recitals Schedule</a><br /> <a href="forms/newsletter_1.pdf">Newsletter </a><br /> <a href="contact.html">Contact<br /></a> <a href="index.html">Home</a><br /> </strong></span></td> <td width="643" class="one"><p align="center"><strong>Chautauqua Women s Club Special Summer Gatherings 2009</strong></p> <p>Special Summer Gatherings 2009 offers you a season of entertainment to benefit the CWC scholarship fund and programs. Our members and friends have opened their homes, streets, clubs, and other venues for your pleasure and learning experience.</p> <p>This is your invitation to attend any or all of the marvelous events. From brunch to fine dining to viewing the constellations or biking for pancakes, a number of fun, interesting events have been planned for your enjoyment. </p> <p>Each event is described below. Select the date and event that peaks your interest and reserve your space now. A reservation form follows the event descriptions. Early reservations are recommended to ensure your choices.</p> <p>We look forward to seeing you at a <strong>Special Summer Gatherings 2009</strong>.</p> <p>Susan B Scott Ann Sullivan Paula Mason<br /> Co-Chairs Special Summer Gatherings 2009</p></td> </tr> </table> <table width="818" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tr> <td width="211" height="264">&nbsp;</td> <td width="607"><p><strong><br /> Click here to print <a href="forms/summer_gatherings_09_forms.doc">&quot;Order Form&quot;</a><br /> <br /> No. 1</strong> <strong>Oh That Sticky Wicket</strong> <br /> Friday, July 3 Time: 5-7:30 PM<br /> 25 Bowman  The Old Firehouse Lawn<br /> Join others for a fun filled evening of heavy hors d'oeuvres and mild competition. Enjoy a game of Croquet with instruction from Belleair Country Club Champion, Ed Garland.<br /> Hosts: Richard and Beverly Meer, Pat McFrederick, and Ed Garland<br /> Limited to 12 guests $35 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 2</strong> <strong>Lunch and Sailing On The Lake <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong> <br /> Monday, July 6 Time: Noon<br /> 49 Janes Avenue <br /> Enjoy lunch on our Chautauqua porch with an afternoon of sailing on the lake. *Rain date July 7. <br /> Hosts: Sam Levine and Twig Branch<br /> Limited to 8 Guests $30 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 3</strong> <strong>Japanese Ikebana With An American Flair</strong> <br /> Friday, July 10 Time: Noon<br /> 20 Park Avenue <br /> Three types of Ikebana will be demonstrated, two for small or large open, rounded containers and one for a tall container. Participants will try out their own designs with frogs/kenzan containers and flowers for a take home design. A Japanese luncheon will be served. Must be able to stand for 30 minutes.<br /> Host: Bonnie Lawrie-Higgins<br /> Limited to 25 Guests $50 per person<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>No. 4 Brunch Over Miller Park</strong><br /> Saturday, July 11 Time: 10:30-12:00 AM<br /> 4 Vincent, Top Floor #4<br /> Join Sherra and Jim Babcock for an exquisite brunch  in the tree tops .<br /> Hosts: Sherra and Jim Babcock<br /> Limited to 20 Guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 8 An Afternoon Japanese Tea Ceremony</strong><br /> Saturday, July 11 Time: 2-3:30 PM<br /> Chautauqua Women s Club<br /> This is not a tea party but a highly sophisticated art form which was developed early in the 17th century. Kuniko will explain the history and philosophy followed by the actual demonstration of the ceremony. She will demonstrate how the kimono is dressed. Taste Japanese cakes and green tea imported from Japan. Each guest will leave with a small Japanese memento.<br /> Host: Kuniko Washio Scollard<br /> Limited to 40 guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>NO.5 For Lobster Lovers <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br /> Sunday, July 12 Time: 5:30 PM<br /> 4447 Canterbury Rd., Chautauqua Shores<br /> Join the Bellowes for a Maine Lobster Feast with all the trimmings, steamed on a lakefront pit. Come casual and bring a big appetite.<br /> Hosts: Jill and Arnie Bellowe<br /> Limited to 10 Guests $100 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 6 Pedal For Pancakes</strong><br /> Sunday, July 12 Time: 8:30 AM<br /> Main Gate<br /> Bicycle to Clymer (21 miles each way) for pancakes at the Dutch Village Restaurant. Non-riders join by car. Rain date August 2 or as otherwise agreed.<br /> Hosts: Sanford and Margery Nobel<br /> Limited to 8 Guests $25 per person<br /> <strong> </strong><br /> <strong>No. 7 Reception At The President s Cottage</strong><br /> Wednesday, July 15 Time: 5:30-7:00 PM<br /> The President s Cottage<br /> President Tom and Jane Becker invite you to join them for a reception in the beautiful gardens of the President s Cottage. Take the opportunity to meet Harvard Medical School professor John Ratey, MD, a noted specialist in the study of autism and ADHD. Good food, wine and conversation in a special place.<br /> Hosts: Jane and Tom Becker and Members of the Chautauqua Women s Club<br /> Limited to 40 Guests $50 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 8 An Afternoon Japanese Tea Ceremony</strong><br /> Saturday, July 11 Time: 2-3:30 PM<br /> Chautauqua Women s Club<br /> This is not a tea party but a highly sophisticated art form which was developed early in the 17th century. Kuniko will explain the history and philosophy followed by the actual demonstration of the ceremony. She will demonstrate how the kimono is dressed. Taste Japanese cakes and green tea imported from Japan. Each guest will leave with a small Japanese memento.<br /> Host: Kuniko Washio Scollard<br /> Limited to 40 guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 9 Sunday Brunch With A Southern Accent</strong><br /> Sunday July 19 Time: 12-2:00 PM<br /> Chautauqua Women s Club<br /> Elegant brunch menu enjoyed while listening to beautiful piano music from a 100 year old Steinway.<br /> Hosts: Gail Gamble, Margaret Bethea, Josette Rolley &amp; Pearl Grosjean<br /> Limited to 24 guests $40 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 10 Progressive Dinner With The Master Chef <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong>.<br /> Saturday, July 25 Time: 6:00 PM<br /> 28, 29, 30 &amp; 31 Peck Avenue<br /> Enjoy a multi course gourmet dinner planned by Award Winning Chef, Ralph DiOrio, as you progress through the homes of middle Peck Avenue. Paired wines and musical entertainment with dessert add to a festive evening.<br /> Hosts: Chef Ralph DiOrio &amp; Denise Fugo, Paula &amp; Roy Mason, Allen &amp; Margie Steere and Maureen &amp; Jim Rovegno<br /> Limited to 20 Guests $100 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 11 It s In The Cards</strong><br /> Saturday, July 25 Time: 11:30 AM<br /> 15 Longfellow<br /> Gather for lunch and a competitive, fun afternoon of bridge overlooking the lake.<br /> Hosts: Marjorie Sterritte and Suzanne Maurer<br /> Limited to 8 Guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 12 A Calming Event <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br /> Sunday, July 26 Time: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM<br /> 37 Root Avenue <br /> Enjoy brunch - vegetarian buffet with Yogi Tea, herbal teas, espresso, lattes or Americano coffees. Wander through the beautiful home and gardens.<br /> Hosts: Subagh Kalsa and Subagh Winkelstern<br /> Limited to 8 Guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 13 A Feast For The Senses <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br /> Friday, July 31 Time: 5:30 PM<br /> 6670 Moore Rd, Mayville<br /> The setting is the charming country home of acclaimed musicians Jason and Nancy Weintraub. The event is a French music recital followed by seated Provencal dinner prepared by culinary artists, Susan Scott and Jeannette Boucher. French wines to accompany.<br /> Hosts: Jason and Nancy Weintraub, Jeanette Boucher and Susan Scott<br /> Limited to 12 Guests $50 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 14 Progressive Dinner On Hazlett</strong><br /> Friday, July 31 Time: 5:30 PM<br /> Hazlett Street <br /> Enjoy cocktails and tour woodland gardens, progress to another home for the entrée and complete your evening with dessert while enjoying a performance by an Opera apprentice.<br /> Hosts: Diana &amp; David Bower, Libby &amp; Ed Schmidt, Judy &amp; Fred Gregory, and Barbara and Al Turbessi<br /> Limited to 10 Guests $65 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 15 Matches, Mesquite and Martinis</strong><br /> Sunday, August 2 Time: 6:00 PM<br /> 1 North Avenue <br /> Join fellow Chautauquans for two hours of round robin mixed doubles tennis followed by a Bar-B-Q at the Sullivan home. Good company, fine food and fun.<br /> Hosts: Susan B. Scott, Ann and Dan Sullivan, Lindsay and Cliff Weidner<br /> Limited to 25 Guests $50 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 16 Specialty Brunch</strong><br /> Sunday, August 2 Time: Noon<br /> 90 Harper Avenue <br /> The Reeders invite you for brunch featuring blintzes, lox and bagels, Kugel, fruits and assorted baked goods.<br /> Hosts: Bob and Carole Reeder<br /> Limited to 20 Guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 17 Cruise On A Party Boat <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br/> Tuesday, August 4 (Rain Date, August 5) Time: 5-7:00 PM<br /> Chautauqua Marina<br /> Enjoy an early evening Pontoon boat ride. Wine, cheese and the beauty of the lake make for a lovely experience. Rain date August 5.<br /> Hosts: Debi and Lou Clementi<br /> Limited to 10 Guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 18 The Real Story <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br /> Wednesday, August 5 Time: 6:00 PM<br /> 38 Vincent Avenue <br /> Join the Hoppers for a salad and dessert supper followed by a humorous look at early Chautauqua.<br /> Hosts: Carol and Bob Hopper<br /> Limited to 10 Guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 19 You Say &quot;Palate&quot; and I Say &quot;Palette&quot;</strong><br /> Wednesday, August 5 Time: 5-7:45 PM<br /> 8 Scott Avenue <br /> Whet your palate by sipping wine and dining on a summer buffet while Chautauqua artist Rita Argen Auerbach invites you to watch as she wets her palette to create a watercolor painting for one winning guest to take home.<br /> Hosts: Rita Argen Auerbach and Ann and Bob Fletcher<br /> Limited to 30 Guests $50 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 20 It s In The Stars <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br /> Friday, August 7 Time 12:30 PM<br /> 83 North Lake Drive <br /> Join Ted Wolfe, astro-photographer whose work is currently on display the Kennedy Space Center for a talk illustrated with computer images of his work. Weather permitting; he will open his solar telescope for guests to view the sun. Lunch will be served.<br /> Hosts: Ted and Nancy Wolfe<br /> Limited to 8 Guests $25 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 21 California Wine Dinner <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br /> Wednesday, August 12 Time: 6:30 PM<br /> 27 Vincent<br /> Enjoy great food, wine and conversation.<br /> Hosts: Anita and Sidney Holec<br /> Limited to 6 Guests $65 per person<br /> <br /> <strong>No. 22 Progressive Dinner Overlooking Chautauqua Lake <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br /> Saturday, August 22 Time: 6:30 PM<br /> 76 and 96 North Lake<br /> Begin the evening with appetizers at the Kohl residence 76 North Lake and progress to 96 North Lake for dinner at the Fowlers.<br /> Hosts: Char &amp; Chuck Fowler and Donna &amp; Stewart Kohl<br /> Limited to 8 guests $100 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 23 Contemporary Issues Dinner <font color=red>SOLD OUT!</font></strong><br /> Saturday, August 22 Time: 5:30-8:00 PM<br /> 31 Vincent<br /> Enjoy fine food and stimulating conversation with Contemporary Issues lecturer, Gail Sheehy, the author of the groundbreaking work &quot;Passages&quot;. Her latest book is  The Caring Passage .<br /> Hosts: Amelia and Steve Dean<br /> Limited to 10 guests $65 per person</p> <p><strong>No. 24 Get Into The Swing Of Things</strong><br /> Date: Friday, July 17 Time: 11:00<br /> Chautauqua Golf Learning Center <br /> Fun scramble with 5-somes playing 3 holes of golf. Golf Clinic. Shotgun on practice holes and prizes awarded. Lunch will be served at Jana Stone's home following the clinic.<br /> Hosts: Suellen Northrop and Jana Stone<br /> Limited to 15 Guests $45 per person<br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>Click here to print <a href="forms/summer_gatherings_09_forms.doc">&quot;Order Form&quot;</a></strong> </p></td> </tr> </table> <table width="526" border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tr> <td width="526">&nbsp;</td> </tr> <tr> <td><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tr> <td width="535" class="footer">All rights reserved -&copy; Chautauqua Womens Club 2009 - Web: laura.a.collins@gmail.com &lt;&gt;&lt;</td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table> <p class="one">&nbsp;</p> </body> </html>