Groups and Activities

BOOK CLUB

Next Book Club Meeting

Date/Time: Tuesday, January 26, at 1:00 p.m.

Location: Virtual meeting via Zoom

Lead: Annette Aries at cannettea25@gmail.com

Book: The Last Painting of Sara DeVos by Dominic Smith

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MYSTERY BOOK CLUB

Plans are pending, but we need your input. Were you a member of the Mystery Book Club in the past and wish it would continue? Are you interested in participating in a new Mystery Book Club? If the answer is "yes" either of these questions and you would like to be a part of making it happen, please contact Barb (j_bbruemmer@comcast.net) or Marion (mkboike@msn.com). Thank you!

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LUNCH BUNCH

Lunch Bunch has always been one of our most popular activities. But in our new normal, we need to get creative. So we're asking for volunteers to explore our options. If you'd like to help, please contact Marion (mkboike@msn.com) or Barb (j_bbruemmer@comcast.net).

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WALKING/HIKING GROUP

To All Monday Hikers & Walkers!

We will continue to meet Monday mornings at 9:30 a.m. and have selected walks and hikes that allow for good social distancing. We will keep our groups to 5 members and will break into two groups when necessary. Members who plan to attend should contact Marion Boike (793-989-1335) or Mary Nassif (425-830-3448).

Note: Especially at this time of year, we must remind walkers that each week's walk is undertaken "weather-permitting." We are always in touch by email and text when we must cancel because of inclement weather.

***HOLIDAY BREAK***

JANUARY

• MONDAY, January 18th, 9:30 a.m. HIKE! Issaquah Highlands Loop is a 3.7-mile moderately trafficked loop trail located in Issaquah Highlands that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. There is an up-and-down 615-foot elevation gain. There are multiple options along the loop to shorten our hike if we choose. Park at Central Park, 1907 Northeast Park Drive.
• MONDAY, January 25th, 9:30 a.m. EASY! We will meet at the Issaquah Community Center and walk to Gilman Village. We may get to stop for some tea at the new tea shop, depending upon the weather, before returning to the Community Center. This walk is a little over 2 miles.

FEBRUARY

• MONDAY, February 1st, 2021, 9:30 a.m. EASY! Beaver Park Loop. This is a short 1l1-mile walk featuring the lake. Park at Beaver Lake Lodge parking lot, 2501 SE 24th Street, Sammamish 8075.

Detailed weekly directions and any change in plans will be sent to all members who have signed up for the Walking/Hiking Group. So don't forget to let Mary (425-830-3448) or Marion (703-989-1335) know if you plan to attend.

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IWC HAPPY HOUR

Date: Wednesday, February 10

Time: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Location: Virtual gathering via Zoom

Lead: Barb Bruemmer

If you would like to join, please contact Barb at j_bbruemmer@comcast.net. She will send you the Zoom information.

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ART INSTRUCTION GROUP

Date: Tuesday, February 5

Time: 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Location: Virtual gathering via Zoom

Topic: Tips, Tools, and Techniques

Lead: Barb Bruemmer

We will expand our skills in watercolor with these topics:

• the basics of glazing - how to have transparency be the star of your paintings;
• using masking to save whites and create depth; where it works and where it doesn't;
• the many methods to increase texture in your work;
• how to stretch paper to prevent buckling;
• how to transfer your drawing to your paper.

All are welcome. Please contact Barb so she can send you the Zoom information.

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VIRTUAL ART TOUR GROUP

Date: Tuesday, January 19

Time: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Location: Virtual gathering via Zoom

Topic: TBD

Lead: Barb Bruemmer

To join the group, please contact Barb at j_bbruemmer@comcast.net. She will send you the Zoom information.

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IWC GARDEN GROUP

Date: Thursday, February 11

Time: 12 noon 

Location: TBD

Lead: Sandy Cobel

Please contact Sandy at srcobel@comcast.net if you would like to be included in the Garden Group and receive emails with details about our monthly activities.

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GOURMET CLUB

Note: The January 21 meeting has been canceled.

Date: Thursday, February 18

Time: 1:00 p.m. 

Location: Virtual meeting via Zoom

Co-Hosts: Luanne Caylor & Sharon Miller

Focus: Spices

Due to the cancellation of the January meeting, Luanne Caylor and Sharon Miller will host the February meeting instead. The topic will be spices. Members will be notified of activities recommended by the hosts prior to the next meeting.

If you would to join the Gourmet Club, please contact Kay Broman at  kekfbroman@centurylink.net or Liz Cooper at lizcooper55@gmail.com.

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