December 6th - Charity Cookie Exchange and Raffle. Joanne has kindly offered to host a cookie exchange and raffle at her house in Hoole, all proceeds to benefit Michael's Whatever Appeal. You must bring a batch of home made cookies for the exchange. If you would like to attend, please contact Joanne for directions and time.
UPDATE: Everyone sends their thanks to Joanne for hosting the event. Here are some great snaps of the cookies and those who were lucky enough to sample them. The Cookie Exchange raised approximately £90. As usual for our annual fundraising event, Newcomers will make a donation of the same amount, making a grand total of £180. (I hear there may still be a few recipe books available - don't miss out, get your copy from Debra for only £5 and well worth every penny.)
December 12th - Chester Newcomers Christmas Lunch. 12:30pm at the Cheshire Fields Country Club. It’s a new place, with a lovely view (on a fine day!) on the A56 just outside Chester, so no problems parking. You can choose from the a la carte menu, or from 2 course party menus (£19 or £23). Turkey & Christmas pud are on the menus but there are plenty more options!! Check out their website: www.thechesterfields.co.uk. Contact Pat for more details.
UPDATE: It was nice to meet up for a special meal before the holidays kicked in, and also to say farewell to Joanne who moved back to the USA with her husband Mike. We wish them all the best for their new life in Connecticut, at at least they will have Colin (the tea cosy) to remind them of their time in Chester.
December - Overnight Trip Several members have asked if we can do an overnight trip to one of the Christmas Markets in Germany. We have not yet got the details, but if you are interested please contact Sue so we can add you to the list.
