CJNBW April 2002 NewsLetter

Central Jersey Network
of Black Women
P. O. Box 217
Hightstown, NJ 08520
NEWSLETTER
May, 2002

**President's Message**
Dear Members and Friends: Central Jersey Network of Black Women ushered in spring with its 21st Anniversary Program on April 21st at 5th Ave. Bistro in Hightstown. An outstanding couple, Albert and Brenda Werner, were honored by CJNBW. Many local politicians, police, other civic and business leaders, and family and friends came out and paid tribute to this deserving couple. The honorees received many proclamations and presentations in recognition of their contributions to the community over many years. For those of you who could not attend, please see details of biographies of Brenda and Albert Werner in the program which is posted on the web page. I promise, like the attendees, you will be impressed! Thanks to all of you who attended the function and helped to make the event a smashing success. A huge thanks to Linda Moton Rivers, who worked very hard to contact many of the people that work with the Werners in various organizations in the community. Also, thanks to the other members who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to organize and advertise this function, especially Liston and Joyce Abbott. We thank Liston for the Program booklet. For our June meeting, special plans are being made for a relaxing night. Ladies, come join us for a massage, facial and have nails done. Sincerely, Ruth Rainford Timins

**IMPORTANT DATES**
Tuesday, May 7, - 7:30 p.m. - Steering Committee Meeting at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, Twin Rivers, NJ.(443-1880) Tuesday, May 14 - 7:30 p.m. - Regular Monthly Meeting at Hickory Corner Rd. Library , 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, NJ - (609) 448-1332. This is a business meeting which will be hosted by the Steering Committee. Everyone please feel free to bring a treat. We will be discussing the results of the function held at 5th Ave. Bristro on April 21. Please bring ideas for next year's programs so we can start our 2002-2003 Calendar.

CALENDAR
*Sun*	*Mon*	*Tue*	*Wed*	*Thu*	*Fri*	*Sat*
			1	2	3	4
5	6	7 Steering Committee	8	9	10	11 Ondina's Bday.
12	13 Beverly's Bday	14 Monthly Meeting	15	16	17	18
19	20	21	22	23	24	25
26	27	28	29	30	31

OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES

The Book Club, now named, "Reading Between the Lines" continues. The next meeting is Friday, August 16 at 8 p.m. at Linda Rivers . The next selection is "Biography of Richard Wright" Please come join us for a fun and relaxing evening. Bring your suggestions for future readings. Let Linda know if you plan to attend (799-0830).

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.

The Steering Committee met on Tues., May 7 at the Twin Rivers Library. In attendance, Ruth, Shirley, Illean, Beverly, Linda and Joyce.

The main discussion centered around our celebration on April 21 at "Fifth Ave. Bistro" in Hightstown, which was well attended and quite successful. A full report will be ready for our May meeting and Shirley Vassall is working hard on getting this together as mail is still coming in.

We also discussed how new/prospective members should be greeted or contacted. The Membership Committee, (Linda, Marcia and Joyce) will talk about this and come up with ideas and bring to the meeting.

There was some discussion about awarding one scholarship to a high school student in addition to the two scholarships we plan to award to two females returning to school. Presently, it appears that we won't be able to award a high school scholarship until next year as it is to late in the school year to get this done on time.

Noreen reported that contact has been made with several colleges regarding our scholarships for women.

JUNE MEETING
We are planning a fun and relaxing evening for our last meeting of the year. We are calling it a "SPA NIGHT" - of facials, manicures and possible chair massages. A Mary Kay Rep and 2 assistants will be present to provide FREE services. The products will be available for sale if anyone wishes to make a purchase. Further details will follow.

SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE(Noreen Lois Duncan, Beverly Hobbs and Regina Quince) - This committee should be prepared to up-date the Steering Committee on their progress regarding the next awardees for scholarships.

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL MEMBERS , THEIR MOTHERS, AND MOTHERS-IN-LAWS

BEST WISHES & CONTINUED Good Health TO: Arlene Banks, Louise Smith, Ruth Timins daughter, Nicole and; the mothers of Marcia Duhart, Lorna Jones, Louise Smith, Ruth Timins and Shirley Vassall's mother-in-law.

GET WELL: Louise Smith is doing quite well and feeling better and stronger each day. We do wish her continued good health.

Jessica Ransom has been at home recovering from foot surgery. She is still experiencing some pain and a phone call will help to cheer her up. Call Joyce for Jessica's phone number if you don't have it. Take care, Jessica.

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**
Uses for Salt: 1. Too many suds in dish water? Sprinkle a little salt over the top of the water and suds will subside. 2. Sprinkle salt over your cutting board and then scrub with a warm cloth. This should get rid of stains and small scratches. 3. Pour some salt on a grease spill and you'll be able to wipe it up a lot easier.

BIRTHDAYS If your birthday has been overlooked, contact Joyce Abbott (448-4511).

May 11 Ondina Jeffers
13 Beverly Hobbs

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