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Central Jersey Network
of Black Women
P. O. Box 217
Hightstown, NJ  08520
NEWSLETTER
November, 2005

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE:

Dear Sisters:

As the Holidays creep up on us, I’m sure everyone will be extra busy with family, friends and work.  Just remember to take a little time to pamper yourself.  We often do so much for others and forget to care for ourselves.  The ‘Tea” on 11/12 at Chauncey Conference Center and the Holiday Party on 12/11 will give us an opportunity to “take care” of ourselves.  RSVP regarding the ‘Tea” by 11/5 as reservations must be made.

Let’s not forget those who continue to suffer after the many hurricanes, earthquakes and other natural disasters, and do whatever you can to assist.

We thank our October guests, Gretchen and Merion for shedding more light on the mentoring and tutoring program, “Reaching for Academic Success” at the Hightstown High School.  I do hope, that as a group,  we can contribute to the success of this

 

 

necessary program.

At the Nov. Steering Committee meeting, we will start planning to contact colleges to recruit women who are interested in applying for our Book Awards that will be given out at our Open House next year.

The Thanksgiving Holiday is only about 4 weeks away and it is my hope that each of you will gather with family, friends and significant others and have a blessed weekend.  Travel in safety to your destinations.

Ladies, thank you for the delicious food provided for the October meeting and as usual, thanks to Louise for the beautiful table decorations.

Peace and Blessings,

Joyce

 

NOV, 2005
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8 - Regular Monthly Meeting
      7:30 p.m. at Joyce's house

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IMPORTANT DATES
Tues., Nov 1 - 7:30 p.m.  -  Steering Committee Meeting at Twin Rivers Library.

Tue., Nov. 8 - 7:30 p.m. - Regular monthly meeting will be held at Joyce's house because the Library will be closed for Election day.

Sat., Nov 12 - 7:30 p.m. -  Tea at Chauncey Conference Center from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.  Call Joyce if you wish to attend so
 
 that she can make reservations for the correct number of attendees.

FUTURE TOPICS/TRIPS

  • Speaker from CAPITAL HEALTH -on Obesity  & Health related problems in April 2006
  • Discussion on BLACK HISTORY
  • Bus outings to Shomburg, Longwood Gardens
  • Christmas Party
 
The Book Club  "Reading Between the Lines" will resume in November.  Call Ruth (609) 799-7143 to suggest next title or make suggestion at Nov. 8th 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. 
 
MEMBERSHIP DUES

Membership dues of $30 are due.

Please make your checks payable to CJNBW, Inc and bring them to the regular meeting on Nov. 8, or mail them to: CJNBW, Inc., PO Box 217, Hightstown, NJ 08520
 
Congratulations - Hattie and George are grandparents again to another bouncing baby boy.  Both mother and baby (and Dad and big brother) are all doing fine.  Our best to everyone.
TIPS

Cutting Cheese

A dull knife works better than a sharp one for slicing.

Warm the knife before cutting cheese, and the cheese will slice easily as butter.

 
 

GET WELL
Liston's eye condition has improved.  Both he and his doctor are pleased with the progress.
CLOTHING COLLECTION
Clothing (in good condition and clean, for working women) are always needed by 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 - from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Mon - Fri).  These organizations assist women who are returning to work and do not have the proper attire for work.
 
 They also need shoes and handbags.  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 and other clothing  for men, also.
 

HELP KATRINA EVACUEES IN OUR AREA

I received an e-mail from my Church (Witherspoon St. Presby Church) stating that Trinity Episcopal Cathedral's Outreach Commission is working with the Rev. Alice Parker of Lifeline Emergency Shelter to help some 23 evacuee family members in the Trenton area.  I contacted a Ms. Wry and she stated they need linens of all type, household goods, can goods, cereal, detergent, paper towels.  If you would like to donate any of these items, please bring it to the meeting on Nov. 8 and I will get it to Rev. Parker.  Thanks.    (Joyce)
 
PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS
 IN YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS:
Ruth's sister, Laurel, Ruth's mother;  Louise's uncle; Kevin; Illean's brother, Bill, and Lorna's mother.
 
 We continue to wish them all well and keep them in our prayers.
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

There are no birthdays for November.

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		   --- 
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  --- 		 Joyce      -- email
Lois       -- email
Shirley 
Ruth      --  email
Jessica 
Illean
Louise
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