February 2007 CJNBW Newsletter

Central Jersey Network
of Black Women, Inc.
P. O. Box 217
Hightstown, NJ 08520
NEWSLETTER
February, 2007

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE:

Dear Sisters:

February is but one month when we officially celebrate our history, however, every effort should be made to make this an ongoing celebration every month of the year, and we do in so many ways. It’s important to celebrate our past so that our children and future generations can be proud of their culture. Our ancestors certainly didn’t make so many sacrifices in order for us to remember them just one month a year.

Please attend as many programs as possible and tell your friends. There is always something new to learn.

We are pleased that Ms. Shirley Satterfield (a former guidance counselor at Hightstown High and Princeton High) has agreed to be

our guest speaker on Feb. 13. Her topic, “The History of African Americans in Princeton,” promises to be an informative evening. Many of the black families in Princeton have been residing there for 6 – 7 generations so there is a huge amount of history to be recalled.

Please remember to bring a friend or two to the Feb. 13 meeting.

Also, Happy Valentine’s Day and I wish you lots of beautiful roses.

Blessings,

Joyce

February, 2007
*Sun*	*Mon*	*Tue*	*Wed*	*Thu*	*Fri*	*Sat*
				1	2	3
4	5	6- Steering Comm. at Joyce's Home	7	8	9	10
11	12	13- Regular Monthly Meeting @ Hickory Corner Library	14	15	16	17
18	19	20	21	22	23	24
25	26	27	28 - Ann K. Bday.

**IMPORTANT DATES**
Tues., Feb. 6 - (7:30 p.m.) Steering Committee Meeting at Joyce's home. Tues., Feb. 13, 7:30 p.m. CJNBW Regular Monthly Meeting at Hickory Corner Road Library. Ms. Satterfield will speak on the history of African-Americans in Princeton, NJ. Fri., Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m. Book Club meets at Ruth's.		FUTURE EVENTS Sat., March 24, *9 a.m.-1 p.m.* E.W. Comm. Health Fair. Sun., March 25, *2 p.m.* CJNBW Open House and awarding of scholarships. Hickory Corner Road Library

DUES: If you have not paid your dues, please see our Treasurer.

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

The Book Club- "Reading Between the Lines."

The next book is "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls. We will meet at Ruth's on Feb. 23^rd at 7:00 p.m.

Call Ruth if you are interested in joining "Reading Between the Lines."

TIPS

Hint for February, 2007

Cleaning Microwave Oven: To remove stains, clean up splattered food right after cooking so it won't stick. But if it does, add 2 tablespoons of either baking soda or lemon juice into 1 cup of water in a 4-cup microwave safe bowl. Allow the mixture to boil in the oven for about 5 minutes. Let it set for 15 minutes to cool. The steam will condense on the inside walls. Then just wipe off the walls, inside of the door and don't forget the door seals.

PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS
IN YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS:
We also send well wishes to the following: Louise's uncle, Kevin; Illean's brother, Bill; Lorna's mother, and Ruth's sister, Laurel.		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 Ruth know so mention can be made in the Newsletter.

BIRTHDAYS

Feb. 28 - Ann K.

If your birthday has been overlooked, please contact Ruth

**CJNBW Officers for Sept 2005 to June 2007**
President Vice-President Treasurer Corresponding Sec'y. Recording Sec'y. Historian Member-at-Large/Parliamentarian	--- --- --- --- --- --- ---	Joyce -- email Lois -- email Shirley Ruth -- email Jessica Illean Louise

OTHER COMMUNITY INFORMATION

Greater Goods Thrift Store

The Greater Goods Thrift Store has opened in their new location at 413 Mercer Street (Rt. 33), Hightstown, NJ (Lucas Electric building).

Greater Goods Thrift Store will sell high-quality donated clothing and household items. This project recycles community resources in a number of ways: by accepting donations (and reducing the waste of disposing of useable items), the thrift store will meet a critical need for affordable clothing, furniture, and household goods. Proceeds from all sales will fund family support programs and community partnerships that benefit families in the Hightstown-East Windsor area.

HHS BLACK AWARENESS CLUB

Black History Celebration "The Legacy Continues"

February 8, 2007 - 6 - 9:30 p.m.

Hightstown High School Auditorium

Fashion Show - Cultural Food - Play

Admission: $6.00 Adults, $3.00 Students