Fox Valley Newcomers & Neighbors 'lunch' and 'learn' about Chocolates

          Looking for a way to learn more about the different venues in the Fox Valley area, while enjoying a delicious meal, and an informative program? 

          Then join the Fox Valley Newcomers & Neighbors club members when they  meet on Wednesday, November 14, at EVEN FLOW Music and Spirits, is an upscale bar, restaurant and live music venue, located at 302 West State Street, in Geneva for our next monthly luncheon.

          Our special guests will be the owners of Graham's (homemade and hand-dipped) Fine Chocolates and Ice Cream, Robert Untiedt, and his wife Beckie.  They'll share their passion for chocolate and you'll learn about their history in the area since their 1987 opening.

          Join us at 11:30 a.m. for a meet and greet, followed by an 12:00 noon luncheon and program.  Our menu selections will be: Potato, bacon & leek soup, or a Caesar style salad with white anchovies, marinated tomatoes & grilled flatbread. Entree choices are:  Pan roasted airline chicken breast with roasted vegetables;  Salmon with asparagus & mashed potatoes; Sheppard’s pie with braised waygu beef & Guinness gravy;  Butternut squash risotto with roasted vegetables, followed by an Apple crisp with Graham’s Caramel ice cream..

          Price for lunch is $25.00 and includes coffee, hot or iced tea, soda, tax and gratuity

          To reserve your seat, and select your menu entrée, call Marge at 630-513-1948.    Deadline for checks and reservation is November 7.

            Please send your check, and menu selection to:  Marge Kaminky, 908 N. 3rd, St. Charles, IL  60174.  And, please note, after the deadline there will be no refunds.   If you are bringing a guest, include her name on the “memo” area on your check, and please note your menu choice.  Your check is your reservation and is non-refundable.

The Fox Valley Newcomers & Neighbors Club is a social and philanthropic organization for women in the area who are interested in meeting and making new friends through various social and fundraising activities.

This year our charity is the COMMUNITY CRISIS CENTER in Elgin.   They are one of the oldest domestic violence shelters in the state, and were instrumental in organizing both the Illinois, and National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.  Their mission is to provide 'safety, hope, advocacy, respite, and education for those impacted by crisis and violence in the Fox Valley Region, and Illinois.  For information about them check out www.crisiscenter.org.

Our group meets monthly for a luncheon during the months of September through June.  Each monthly meeting includes a ‘meet and greet’ which gives our members an opportunity to socialize prior to a short general business meeting, luncheon, and an entertaining and informative program.  The luncheons are held at many of the local restaurants in the Fox Valley area, and are open to all current and perspective members, and guests with prepaid reservations.

Past programs have included: Vintage fashion styles and trends, Interior/exterior design ideas, information on ‘subliminal communications’ and ‘handwriting analysis,’ wine tastings, learning how to accessorize with the current ‘fashion’ trends, makeup tips and tricks, learning to organize your clutter, holiday decorating, holistic healthcare options, and much more.  There’s something for everyone enjoyment.

Many of our members reside in the areas around the Fox Valley, including Aurora, Batavia, Bartlett, Bloomingdale, Campton Hills, Elburn, Elgin, Geneva, Lily Lake, North Aurora, Plainfield, Rockford, St. Charles, South Elgin, Streamwood, Sugar Grove, Sycamore, Wayne, and Winfield.

Our annual membership fee of $25 provides you with a membership directory and a monthly newsletter that recaps the upcoming monthly events and activities.        If you are new to the area, had a lifestyle change, or are just looking for a friendly, social organization to become involved in join us at one of our monthly meetings.       

For membership information call  Theresa at 630-945-3057, or visit our website at www.foxvalleynewcomers.com

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