Holliston Newcomers Club

The Holliston Newcomers Club
recently launched its new term when they held their first Board Meeting of the
2012 – 2013 season.  The Newcomers Club is open to all residents and will
be hosting their annual Activities Fair at the Historical Society Barn this
Sunday September 9th from 2 pm to 5 pm.   The Activities
Fair is the clubs version of an open house to showcase all of the events and
wonderful things we take part in.  All are welcome to stop in ! 
Light snacks and refreshments will be available.  Bring the kids as we
will have a Bounce House, Face Painting, and Raffles.  Admission is
free.  Also visit us online at www.hollistonnewcomers.org 

The
Holliston Newcomers Club is a nonprofit organization that coordinates
charitable, civic, educational and recreational events and activities in the
town of Holliston, Massachusetts. Our goal is to encourage association among
community members and to foster community spirit. Our membership is open to
both residents and non-residents of Holliston, and you need not be new to the
area to join!

Our members live up to this mission every
day.  By getting involved in our many civic and social activities, we
foster friendships and create a community spirit that makes Holliston a great
place to live and work.    There are many ways to get involved
in the club and community.  We offer activities and events for all ages
and interests. 

Please take the time to learn more about
Holliston Newcomers.  We are certain that you will find something to spark
your interest and hope that you will get involved.  Our club is what we,
the members, make it.  Join us today and help make the 2012-2013 year a
great one!  Contact Frances Pleska,  Holliston
Newcomers Club President

president@hollistonnewcomers.org

Club Activities

Our Club Activities are
designed to promote socialization.  They include:

• 
  Couples
  Activities
• 
  Children’s Play
  Groups
• 
  Dinner Club
• 
  Ladies Escapes
• 
  Book Club

Civic Activities

HNC supports the
well-being of our community.  Civic Activities are charitable and
community-oriented events that include:

• 
  Community
  Outreach
• 
  Food Pantry
• 
  Friendly Visits
  to our seniors
• 
  Thanksgiving
  Baskets
• 
  Gifts for Giving

Family Activities

Family Activities provide
a diverse set of activities focusing on parents and children:

• 
  Children’s Day
  Trips & Family Events
• 
  Touch-a-Truck

Fund-raising

An integral part of the
Club is fundraising.  Our three main fundraisers are:

2012 Craft Fair: This is our 36th year!  The Craft Fair
will take place on Sunday November 18th at the Holliston High
School.  This is our main fundraiser; we depend on our members to help in
its success by encouraging only one or two hours of their time during this busy
event.     

2013 Spring Fundraiser   Each spring, HNC runs a spring fundraiser
to further help support grant giving back to our community.  Starting in
2011, we established our Annual 10K Spring Road Race. The race will be held
during May 2013.  Look for more information on our web site.

2013
Touch-a-Truck    This
is fun for the whole family.  Kids of all ages get to explore, touch and
sit in the seats of some of the most interesting trucks, tractors, cars, buses,
bulldozers, etc.  Typically held in June at Sam Placentino Elementary
School.    

The Group Shot of those attending the HNC August Board Meeting are
:

1st Row from left to right :
                     Karen
Hayes, Couples Activities ; Frances Pleska, President ; Kim Adkin, 1st Vice President ; Kim Ross, Craft Fair ; Cathy Snyder, Touch-a-Truck

2nd Row from left to right : 
                    Meredith
Platt, Working Moms Play Group ; Amy Donahue, Website ; Rebecca Queeney, Ladies
Escapes ; Jen Dietz, Publicity ; Lee Kauffman, Treasurer ; Tracey Giglia,Dinner Club ; Betsy Maxwell, Food Pantry ; Tracey Geden, Craft Fair ; Patty Baribeau, Children’s Day Trips ; Gia Grappo, Corresponding Secretary ; Kate
Marion, Gifts for Giving