June 2007 CJNBW Newsletter

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

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE:

Dear Sisters:

Welcome back from what I trust was a great summer. All too soon we must get back to our regular routines, so it is my hope that you had a relaxing time whatever you did.

Last June we elected officers (most continued in office) to serve 9/07 - 8/09. Please see below for the list of officers

We are planning a fundraiser for April 27, 2008, and presently are "penciled in" at the Cranbury Inn. An inquiry has also been made at the Holiday Inn, Hightstown. A final decision will have to be made soon as dates are starting to be locked. In order for this event to be a success, every effort will have to be made by all members to ensure a profitable fundraiser, so start lining up your friends now.

We have our new CJNBW banner which we can now display at any event we sponsor or participate in.

Three book awards were presented to Hightstown High graduating seniors on Awards Night on June 12. All three students sent "thank you" notes which are much appreciated.

Suggestions are still needed for prospective guest speakers for the year.

The best to you all.

Joyce

**CJNBW Officers for Sept 2007 to June 2009**
President Vice-President Treasurer Corresponding Sec'y. Recording Sec'y. Historian Member-at-Large/Parliamentarian	--- --- --- --- --- --- ---	Joyce -- email Lois -- email Shirley Ruth -- email Lois (temp) Illean Louise

DUES are payable by our October meeting. Please see our Treasurer.

SEPTEMBER, 2007
*Sun*	*Mon*	*Tue*	*Wed*	*Thu*	*Fri*	*Sat*
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2	3	4-Steering Comm. at T.R. Library	5	6	7	8
9	10	11-Reg. Monthly Meeting - H. C. Library - 7:30 p.m.	12	13	14	15
16	17	18	19	20	21	22
23	24	25	26	27	28	29
30 Jessica's Birthday

**IMPORTANT CJNBW DATES**
Tuesday, September 4, 7:30 p.m. CJNBW Steering Committee Meeting at Twin Rivers Library.		Tuesday, September 11, 7:30 p.m. Regular CJNBW Meeting at Hickory Corner Road Library..Business Meeting. This is our first meeting for our new year.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Sat., Sept. 15 - 6 p.m. - 12 midnight "Caribbean Night" at St. David's Episcopal Church, 90 S. Main St., Cranbury, NJ. (609) 655-4731. Lots of good food, fun, music, and silent auction. Contact Shirley for tickets and more information. Sat., Sept. 22 (8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.) "Women's Wellness Day" at ETS Conference Center, Lawrence, NJ. This event is presented by "Heart to Heart, Inc." For further details call (609) 689-3131 or www.hearttoheart.org.		Sat., Sept. 27-30 - Passage Theatre Co., Trenton,NJ (www.passagetheatre.org) (609) 392-0766 at Mill Hill Playhouse - presents "*Random Horrible Thoughts about Love"* Thurs., Nov. 1 - 25th - Passage Theatre Co., (see above) at Mill Hill Playhouse, presents "The Devil's Music" The Life and Blues of Bessie Smith, starring Miche Braden as Bessie Smith.

BIRTHDAYS

Sept. 30 - Jessica

Please contact Lois if your birthday has been overlooked.

CONGRATULATIONS

Noreen has been appointed Chair of English and Foreign Languages. Much good luck. We're so proud.

There are new kids on the block. Our best to Jessica who is the proud Mom of twins boys who are thriving and healthy. Some of us were able to pay a visit on 8/25 and enjoyed seeing and holding the babies.

Proud Grandma, Eleanor, welcomed her granddaughter, Amira, last month.

THANK YOU - Joan T. thanks those who were able to contribute school supplies which she took to the children of The Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in West Okyim Oda, Ghana. Everything was very much appreciated as the need is so great.

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 Women Who Raised Me" by Victoria Rowell. The date and place to meet will be announced shortly.

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

TIP for JUNE, 2007

Cleaning Patio Umbrella

To get rid of mildew, use a solution of 1 gallon water, 3/4 cup liquid household bleach and a squirt of liquid dishwashing detergent. (CAUTION: Avoid using detergents that should not be combined with chlorine bleach. Check the labels.) Open umbrella outdoors and lay on its side. Put on gloves and old clothes and use a soft-bristled brush. Test a bit of the solution under the umbrella for colorfastness. Then scrub each section of the umbrella. Rinse thoroughly with a hose and dry any metal parts. Note: DO NOT use on acrylic prints because bleach will fade cotton. Read care label.

PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS
IN YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS:
Our continued best wishes are sent to the following: Louise's uncle; Kevin; Illean's brother, Bill and Lorna's mother.		It is our intention to remember all who are ill, lost a loved one, and congratulate members and their families when achievements are made. However, you must let Lois know so mention can be made in the Newsletter.

PICTURES FROM

THE HIGHTSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS NIGHT

June 12, 2007

These HHS Graduates were the winners of the CJNBW 2007 Book Awards Scholarship.

Left to Right: Karen Yeboah, Thomas Coleman, Autrice Michael

The Book Award winners are joined by Joyce, CJNBW President, on the left, and Louise, CJNBW parliamentarian, on the right.

The winners are joined by Niambi Daniels, a co-sponsor of the awards.

File Photo: Walter Daniels and his daughter, Niambi. They are co-sponsors of the CJNBW Book Award prizes.

**OTHER COMMUNITY INFORMATION**
*Greater Goods Thrift Store* HUNDREDS OF ITEMS ARE MARKED FOR CLEARANCE AT ROCK-BOTTOM PRICES!! ....but also..... NO MORE DONATIONS FOR A WHILE, PLEASE!! Because of our limited storage space, the month of September will be a "DONATION VACATION" at Greater Goods. We're already packed to the rafters with coats, sweaters, and lots of cold-weather clothing! Kind donors, please be patient-- come shop instead, so we can make space for more treasures soon! (Non-clothing donations may be accepted later in the month; call us at (609) 448-2702 to check.) *Come visit us at 413 Mercer Street (Rt. 33) in Hightstown, next door to Lucas Electric!* STORE HOURS: WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY 10 am - 7 pm FRIDAY & SATURDAY 10 am - 5 pm VISA & MASTERCARD gladly accepted for payment! Don't forget to check Greater Goods for lots of great BACK-TO-SCHOOL clothing bargains!! Why spend a fortune at the malls and department stores, when you can find all the latest styles at Greater Goods for a tiny fraction of the price?? And, as always, our prices on baby and toddler clothing can't be beat! Come see for yourself! Remember to visit CASC's website at www.CASCmercer.org for money-saving coupons you can use every time you visit! NEED A BIKE (or two or three)? Maybe your kids have outgrown theirs, after the big summer growth spurt; or it might be nice to have an extra to keep at Grandma's house. Maybe you're ready to enjoy a little more outdoor exercise this fall. Whatever the case, this is the perfect time to grab GREAT BIKES at super-low prices, ranging from $5- $50 (including top-of-the-line models valued at hundreds of dollars!) We've been blessed with a deluge of all sizes and styles, so come to Greater Goods ASAP for the best selection! Don't miss this great opportunity to save a bundle!