Central Jersey Network
of Black Women
P. O. Box 217
Hightstown, NJ  08520
NEWSLETTER
February, 2003

President's Message
Dear Members and Friends:

Please join us on February 11th at Hickory Corner Rd. library to celebrate Black History month, and to hear Ms. Joan Tomlin discuss her recent trip to Africa.  This trip was unique in that its main focus was to visit with members of an African sister Presbyterian Church.  We look forward to Ms. Tomlin sharing this insider’s perspective on Africa with us.

Also mark your calendars for the following events scheduled for March and April:

Tuesday, March 11th, Ms Betty Savage of Capital Health Systems will speak on Mental Health for Women’s Well Being.

On a Sunday in April (date to be determined), CJNBW will celebrate it’s 22nd anniversary and honor the 2003 Woman of the Year.

We have received a request for a member of CJNBW to speak with students at Hightstown High School during their Black History Month celebrations.  Any members who would like to participate should contact Linda Moton Rivers.

We hope that Black History month is rewarding for you and your family.

Sincerely,

Ruth Rainford Timins

 

re: Presentation at February meeting:

Joan Tomlin will be unable to make her Feb. 11th presentation on her trip to Ghana as she had a mishap slipping on ice and was instructed by her Dr. to take it easy.


CALENDAR -- FEBRUARY 2003 ( Black History Month)

Sun Mon

Tue

Wed Thu Fri Sat
            1  
2-Jessie_W._B'day 3 4-Steering_Committee  5 6 7 8 
9  10 11-Regular_Meeting 12 13 14 15
16 17       18 19          20       21 22      
23 24 25 26 27 28-Ann_K._B'day.   
 

IMPORTANT DATES

Tuesday,  Feb. 4 - 7:30 p.m. - Steering Committee Meeting at Twin Rivers Library, Abbington Dr. Twin Rivers (443-1880).

Tues., Feb. 11 - 7:30 p.m. - Regular Monthly Meeting at  Hickory Corner Rd Library, 138 Hickory Corner Rd., E. Windsor (448-1332).   The  meeting is open to anyone interested in joining the CJNetwork.  Joan Tomlin will make a presentation regarding her trip to Africa last Fall. We look forward to this presentation.  Everyone please feel free to bring a treat.  Please make every effort to be on time so we can have a short meeting before the presentation.

The "Hat Fashion Show" had to be postponed temporarily due to unavailability of the proper place to hold such an event and the cost of renting space.

Tuesday, March 11 - 7:30 p.m. - Ms. Betty Savage, LCSW, from Capital Health System will be speaking on "Mental Health for Women's Well Being".

Sunday, April 27 - Tentative date for our annual "Recognition of Community Person/s".  Please start thinking of name/s of persons for consideration for this honor.  Last year we recognized Albert and Brenda Werner.

OTHER IMPORTANT DATES:

Wed., Feb. 26 (2:30 - 5:30 p.m.) Black History Month at Hightstown High School.  Contact Linda Rivers if you are interested in speaking with high school students about the importance of Black History to you and also briefly mention something about CJNBW.  Also speak about long term planning and the importance of setting goals.

They are expecting about 80-100 people and are asking individuals to donate food.  Please call Linda as soon as possible.

Saturday, March 22nd from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. - The Community Action Service Center and the Hispanic American Medical Association (HAMA) are again hosting the 4th Annual Community Health Fair on Saturday, March 22nd from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Hightstown High School.

Tues., May 13 (Approx. 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.) Career Day at Hightstown High School.  Call Linda Rivers if you are interested in speaking to students about your career and also mention CJNBW and the importance of volunteer work.

OTHER IMPORTANT  NOTES
The Book Club, now named,  "Reading Between the Lines" continues.  The next date will be decided at a future meeting.  

Steering Committee Corner
This Committee is made up of the officers of the Network.  We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., E. Windsor, NJ.,  (609-443-1880).  Any member can attend these meetings, if so desired. 

DUES:  If you have not paid, please bring your payment to the next meeting or mail it to our Treasurer, Shirley Vassall.

 

CLOTHING COLLECTION

We will be collecting clothing (in good condition and clean, for working women) for the Urban Women's Center, 1201 W. State St., Trenton ( contact Dir., Doris Williams (609) 989-1925) and Dress for Success, (also known as Suitably Dressed), 640 S. Broad St., Trenton (contact Mary - 989-6639).  These organizations assist women who are returning to work and do not have the proper attire for work.  They also need shoes and handbags.  Joyce will take donations for "Dress for Success" and Noreen for the "Urban Woman's Center."  Thank you for your help in this matter.  Your donations will be greatly appreciated. If you have large donations, it would be best to contact these agencies and arrange for drop off and to find out if they have the space for large donations. They can use suits for men, also.
 

CONDOLENCES

Illean Fussell and her family lost their niece, Sheila Sumners, on January 8. She leaves a 12 year old daughter. We send our sincere sympathies to the family.  Please keep them in your prayers.  

 

WOMEN'S HEALTH 2003 DAYBOOK (published by the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services) can be obtained "free" by calling 1 (800) 994-9662.  When prompted, press 2.  You will speak to someone and provide your name, address and daytime phone number.  It is a very informative book that covers health topics that affect women, along with various medical hot line phone numbers and websites and is also a day planner.
  
BEST WISHES & CONTINUED Good Health TO:    Arlene Banks, Hattie Blanchard, Ruth Timins daughter, Nicole, and the mothers of Marcia Duhart and Lorna Jones, and Illean Fussell's brother, Bill.

It is our intention to remember all who are ill, lost a loved one or congratulate members and their families when achievements are made.  However, you must let Joyce Abbott (448-4511) know so mention can be made in the Newsletter.
  

TIPS

Burned Food - If food has burned onto the bottom of your cooking pot, soak the pot in full-strength vinegar for 30 minutes.  Scrub and wash well.  Or, add 3 tablespoons baking soda with enough water to cover the bottom.  Simmer until gunk comes off.

  
BIRTHDAYS
 

  February 2 - Jessie W.                February 28 - Ann K.

  March 2 - Noreen D.

If your birthday has been overlooked, please contact Joyce at 448-4511
 
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