CWC News and Reviews

21st Annual Cocktail Party

The twenty-first Annual CTK Cocktail Party took place on August 19 at the Coonamesset Inn. As always, our most gracious hosts were Linda and Bill Zammer. Guests enjoyed fabulous hors dʼoeuvres, beverages, and food stations which featured the customary array of delectable items. Pianist Donny Nolan provided beautiful background music. On display were a series of posters demonstrating the exciting changes planned for our church as we “renew Godʼs house”. A spirit of friendship and good will prevailed.

Summer Fair/Farmers' Market

Our Summer Fair / Farmers' Market on Saturday and Sunday, July 10 and 11, was wonderful! We sold out of almost everything and had fun doing it!

As always, the spectacular theme baskets were a focal point, attracting lots of attention. The baked goods table was emptying faster than we could replenish the supply, and the herbs, plants, flowers, vegetables and jams, so beautifully displayed, were a popular attraction. The book table was a nice addition, providing some great summer reading at a reasonable price.

Special kudos to the table chairmen: Ellie Hysko & Ann Kelliher - Baskets, Dottie Hiltz - Baked Goods, Joanne Holmes & Gail Reilly - Farmers' Market, Sister Shirley Agnew - Books, and Joanna Pitocchelli - Finances

We anticipate a repeat performance next summer!

Annual Banquet

The Catholic Women's Club Annual Banquet was held on Tuesday evening, June 15, at the Coonamessett Inn. 2010 being the 25th anniversary of the club, past presidents were recognized. Each was presented with a lovely rose in a silver bud vase and a framed memento listing the past presidents, all of whom contributed to making the Womenʼs Club the vibrant organization it is today.

Nolan Ryan, this yearʼs recipient of the $3,000 scholarship awarded by the Womenʼs Club and the 50+ Club, was presented with a check. Nolan, an outstanding young man, excels in all the requirements of the award. He will attend Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in the fall. The new officers were installed. They are: Fran Parsons, President; Lorraine Bordonaro, Vice President; Ellie Hysko, Recording Secretary; Ann White, Correspondence Secretary; Betty Foley, Treasurer.

Outgoing president, Pat Hurton, thanked the women fror their support during the past five years as she served as vice president for two years and president for three. The Club presented Pat with a pretty seashell motif hors dʼoeurves dish and a dozen long-stemmed roses.

Pat announced that a flowering dogwood tree has been planted on the church grounds to symbolize past and future growth of the club. An engraved stone in front of the tree says,"To honor 25 years of service by the Catholic Womenʼs Club-June 2010” Finally, a check for $32,000 was presented to Monsignor Hoye for parish expenses. So, although it was a very full evening, there was ample time for guests to enjoy cocktails accompanied by fruit, cheese, and crackers, a fabulous dinner of either prime rib or baked jumbo shrimp with all the fixings, topped off by strawberry shortcake for dessert! Yum! It was a fun evening; the atmosphere was one of conviviality and friendship.

Spring is in the Air

The May meeting for The Women’s Club was held on May 7, 2010 in the Parish Hall at 1:00 p.m.  President Pat Hurton welcomed the members and guests and commented on spring in the air – both outside and inside. The program “Spring Is in The Air” was presented by Susan Preston from Country Gardens who discussed, demonstrated, and answered questions about working with plants and flowers.  Ms. Preston was very informative and featured how to make outstanding arrangements in small containers. Wine, cheese, and refreshments were served.  Ms. Preston donated five arrangements, which were raffled off – along with the 50/50 prize.

An Evening for Jazz and Dining

The Catholic Women’s Club presented its spring fundraiser, “An Evening for Jazz and Dining” on April 16, 2010 to a group of parishioners and their guests.  This event not only raised money for the club, but it also provided an opportunity for socializing with friends and neighbors.  Pat Hurton, president, welcomed the guests and thanked them for coming.

The evening started with a cocktail hour with outstanding international cheeses, crackers, fruit, and vegetable crudités. The menu, presented and served by Chef Roland of Falmouth and his staff, featured Pan Seared Tenderloin, Chicken with Wild Mushrooms and Baby Spinach, Vegetables, Potatoes, and Salad Rolls, Desserts, Coffee and Tea.

Donny Nolan, Music Director for the Parish, entertained with music on the keyboard throughout the evening.  He also played a few of his jazz favorites – which were enthusiastically received.

The evening received rave reviews from those who attended.

ST PATRICK'S DAY 

It was a great night to be Irish, and all attending the social were!!  The Catholic Women’s Club, the Knights of Columbus, and the 50+ Club worked together to present the St. Pat’s Party, held on March 13th.
Over 200 people attended and enjoyed the traditional Irish meal prepared by Chef Roland of Falmouth.  Joe Malone played at the keyboard during the cocktail party and dinner.  The Irish melodies were great.
Jack Craig, from “Music with Class”, entertained the crowd with his history and knowledge of various Irish songs and asked for everyone to sing along with him – which they did.

The evening ended with 10 great prizes being raffled.  The lucky winners were very pleased.

COURTSHIP AND WEDDING TRADITIONS

On February 12, 2010, the program, “Courtship and Wedding Traditions, was presented by Donna and Ron Lasko.  It was an enchanting, educational, and humorous presentation that focused on the origins of courtships, proposals, preparation, and wedding celebrations that have evolved from ancient cultures to modern times.  Throughout the program Donna and Ron answered questions and explained why we perform such dictates of society.  

Donna and Ron also exhibited their collection of wedding gowns and courtship accessories from the Victorian, Edwardian and 1920’s era.  They served their “Courtship Tea” in silver and donated a tea gift basket which was raffled.

All who attended thoroughly enjoyed the program and found it very informative.

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Time For Reflection

“Memory, Mind and Heart - Meeting Christ in Prayer"

One of the objectives of the Catholic Women’s Club is to focus on spiritual development, and the first program of the 2010 meeting met this goal.  The  program was devoted to prayer and reflection.   Father John Sassani preented an outstanding program focusing on prayer, working with handouts, and taking time for the participants to reflect on readings and prayers.  The comments from the participants were very enthusiastic and positive.
Father Sassani is the pastor of Our Lady Help of Christians in Newton. He served from 1992 - 2006 as the Director of the Office of Spiritual Development for the Archdiocese of Boston and continues to serve as an Associate Director of the Office of Worship and Spiritual Life for the Archdiocese.

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Annual Christmas Bazaar

The Annual Christmas Bazaar was held Saturday, December 5, 2009 in the Church Hall.  Comments such as “It was a delightful winter wonderland” and “one of the best on the Cape” were heard often as large crowds of patrons came and went all day.  The items were very cretive, high in quality, and very affordable.  

The bazaar’s gross income was over $15,500, and each of the tables did very well.  They included:
Raffle Table, Jewelry  Table, White Elephant Table, Bakery and Treats Table, Children’s Shopping and Gift Room, Crafts Table, Holiday Greens Table, Boutique and Hostess Basket Table, Face Painting and Games for the Children.  Lunch was provided by Frank’s Franks
The table/function chairpersons who worked very hard to make the bazaar a success were:
Ann Antonelli, Dottie Hiltz, Karen Breen. Ann Kelliher, Josie Campisi, Kathy Laird, Joan Fearnley, Jo Newell, Ona Hallam, Fran Parsons, Pat Henry, Gail Reilly, Joanne Holms and Jackie Walsh

The raffle prizes were outstanding, and the many winners were very pleased.

The event was a great financial and parish social event.

Harvest Gathering

“One of the best social events ever” and “food was outstanding” were two of many very positive comments that were made following the November Women’s Club social, “Harvest Gathering.”  This event was held on November 6, 2009, and a large crowd of 165 attended.

Donny Nolan provided delightful background music throughout the cocktail hour and during dinner and the remainder of the evening.  This added greatly to creating an atmosphere for the guests to mingle, chat, and relax.  

The highlight of the evening was a dinner prepared and presented by Chef Roland of Falmouth and his staff.  It started with a cocktail hour and a variety of cheese, crackers, and fruit buffet was presented.  The dinner consisted of several courses which included two salads, and a variety of meats and vegetables.  For those who had room, three fabulous desserts were served.

This fall fund raiser was indeed a success thanks to many who worked and those who came.