Women's Club Newsletter- January 2013 - Hampton Lake

Interest Groups
Art Group
Carol Morse
cemorse9@aol.com
Bunco
Lunch Bunch
Mah Jongg Group
Joan Grayson
lowcountrylady1@gmail.com
Bridge Group
Blanche Ewing
bewing85@aol.com
Craft Group
Marianne Lee
leesinhi@aol.com
Day Trips Group
Pat Roth
patronroth@hargray.com
Dinner Group
Darice Ahrnsbrak
Darice.ahrnsbrak@gmail.com
Dominoes Group
Jay Larimer
jaylarimer@rocketmail.com
Pinochle Group
Barbara Sartori
bsartori1111@hotmail.com
Theater Group
Holly O’Brien
hollyob624@gmail.com
Executive Board
President
Barbara Hege
brhege@hargray.com
President Elect
Ellen McAndris
emcandris@gmail.com
Past President
Betty Heath-Camp
heathb@vt.edu
Vice President, Membership
Dorothy Nettles
doronettles31@gmail.com
Vice President, Programs,
Editor, The News
Janice Senigla
senigrl47@gmail.com
Secretary
Barbara Balzuweit
balzuweit@hargray.com
Historian/Assist. Editor
Judy Owens
judithannowens@yahoo.com
Hampton Lake Women’s Group
News –January 2013
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Happy New Year!! It is amazing how fast
2012 went by. Our interest groups had a
busy year full of fun and social connections.
I was very sorry to miss the fantastic
Holiday Party. My father, who is living with
me, had a health crisis and we had to rush
him to the hospital that evening. I heard
from many members that the party was a
great success. Ellen McAndris, her
committee and the dessert bakers did an
outstanding job. Our events keep getting
better every year. Your comments and
suggestions help us to accomplish this so,
keep them coming!
I am not a person who makes New Year’s
resolutions, but this year I am praying for
good health for my family and all of my
Hampton Lake friends. Without our health it
is hard to take advantage of all the
wonderful activities available to us here in
Hampton Lake.
Our community is always ready to help
anyone in need. The new Hampton Lake
website, Next door, is already helping us in
many ways. Because of this electronic
communication among residents, a lost dog
was found and returned to its owners. This
is a great addition to communication within
our community.
Have a happy and healthy New Year!
Barbara Hege, President
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PROFILE OF THE MONTH
Chair, Theater/Performing Arts Group
My husband, Tony, and I moved here from
southern New Jersey in late December
2008. I can hardly believe we are
completing our fourth year here in
Hampton Lake!
Our extended family has been vacationing
on Hilton Head Island for a week in the
summer for about 30 years, which is how
we came to know about the area. Five
years ago in January we drove down with
the idea of buying some property in this
area for investment purposes. Although
we had no intention of building or moving
here, that’s exactly what happened! We
fell in love with the atmosphere of
Hampton Lake and all the beautiful
amenities. Then, when Tony, who works
out of our home as a computer software
developer, saw model homes with interior
courtyards and sunny views he could
enjoy during his workday, our minds were
made up. We bought a lot on Sweet
Marsh Ct. on the spot, then built our
cottage home and moved in about six
months later.
Immediately we were welcomed by our
neighbors and felt right at home. After
some time spent getting the house set up,
I began to look for work. I worked for a
short time in customer service at Target,
but after one Christmas season(!) I knew I
needed to look for something else. Since
January 2010 I have worked in the
circulation department at The Island
Packet newspaper.

PROFILE (cont’d)
When the Hampton Lake Women’s Group was first
started, it became evident fairly quickly that in order to
reach out to working women, some interest groups
should be held in the evening. The board invited me to
meet with them and talk about what might be appealing.
We decided on a Dinner Group and a
Theatre/Performing Arts Group, and I agreed to chair
both. Since that time I have truly enjoyed the opportunity
to meet and get to know so many wonderful neighbors!
There has been tremendous growth in the HLWG, which
is just wonderful. With more people to help out, it didn’t
seem necessary for me to chair two interest groups any
more, and, just recently, Darice Ahrnsbrak graciously
agreed to take over the Dinner Group. The Performing
Arts Group keeps me busy, and I enjoy organizing the
outings. Before we left New Jersey, I managed a 1500seat
performing arts center, so that experience with
theater has been helpful.
Approximately every other month we attend a play,
musical or concert, usually in Savannah or on Hilton
Head. HLWG members, spouses, friends, etc. are all
welcome. We are so fortunate to have lots of venues
and performance types to choose from. I try to pick
events that have broad appeal, and I always welcome
ideas and suggestions, so please feel free to e-mail me
at any time with your ideas. Hope to see you at the next
event!
Holly O’Brien, Chair, Theatre/Performing
Arts Group
CURRENT INTEREST GROUPS
REMINDER: To receive information regularly about an
interest group’s activities or events, you must join the
group and be on the chairperson’s email list.
ART GROUP
At our meeting in December, Pat Roth led the discussion
about women artists during the Baroque Era. At last,
there are women making a mark in the art world and just
beginning to get recognition that extends beyond their
local areas and into the courts of the monarchies of the
17 th Century.
On Tuesday January 8, Carol Morse, Betsy Rudd and
Marsha Morgan will continue the discussion into the 18 th
Century with the host of new styles and approaches that
came with the larger, more affluent middle classes,
along with enormous societal influences that slightly
opened doors for progress of women artists.
On Friday, January 11 we will join Pat Roth’s Day Trip
Group tour of SCAD. Museum admission is $10 ($8 for
2
seniors). Contact Pat with your reservation by
December 28. Those who sign up for this trip will
receive an email with more specific information.
On Tuesday, January 15, we will have a docent-led tour
of the Uffizi Gallery Exhibition at the Jepson Museum in
Savannah.
On Tuesday, Jan. 22, Jacque Rosen will give a
demonstration of her pastel and ink techniques for the
Studio Group. Members of the Discussion Group are
also welcome to come to the demonstration and to try
the technique if they wish. For information on any of
these events, contact Carol Morse.
Self-portrait: Artemisia Gentlileschi—an Italian artist who
changed the way women presented females in art in the 1600’s.
AMERICAN MAH JONGG (co-ed)
The group meets every Wednesday at 6:00 pm in the
Lakeview Room. RSVP’s are encouraged to make sure
we have enough Mah Jongg sets available. Lessons are
given to new members, and it usually takes 3 lessons to
be comfortable with the game. A 2012 Mah Jongg card
will have to be purchased ($7 - $8) at
www.nationalmahjonggleague.org in order to play the
game. Join the League (it’s free) and receive free
shipping.
To join the Mah Jongg Group, to RSVP, or for more
information contact Joan Grayson.
The Mah Jongg Group would like to share the following
letter which was received by Darice Ahrnsbrak, the Mah
Jongg Charity Event contact person:
Dear Ms. Ahrnsbrak & Mah Jongg Players,
Bluffton Self Help is extremely grateful for your generous
donation of $1,616.22 raised from the Hampton Lake Mah

MAH JONGG (co-ed) (cont’d)
Jongg Group’s 1 st Annual Charity event! What a huge
success! Thank you for this admirable donation that will
benefit our Holiday Programs here at Bluffton Self Help!
Thank you for helping your neighbors enjoy a brighter
holiday season!
Our mission at Bluffton Self Help is to help those
individuals in the greater Bluffton area who are in need
of short-term documented financial assistance, and to
also provide them with the most fundamental needs,
such as food and clothing, while urging them to be more
self-reliant. Your contribution helps us achieve this
mission!
Your assistance directly impacts the needs of families in
the Bluffton area! On behalf of the clients, volunteers,
staff, and Board of Directors of Bluffton Self Help, thank
you for being a vital part of your community!
Happy Holidays! Julie Del Guercio, Assistant Director
BOOK CLUB (co-ed)
The Book Club meets on the first Thursday of the
month at 7:00 pm in the Lakeview Room. In January we
will be discussing “Unbroken” by Laura Hellenbrand. The
2013 book list will be sent out by email. To join the group
or for more information, contact Joan Grayson.
BRIDGE GROUP (co-ed)
The Bridge Group meets every Monday from 6:00 to
8:00 pm in the Lakeview Room. All skill levels are
welcome. To join the group or for more information,
contact Blanche Ewing.
BUNCO GROUP (co-ed)
The Bunco group meets every fourth Sunday at 6:30
pm in the Lakeview Room. The game is played by
multiple tables of four, with a minimum of 12 people to
play. We will need the minimum of 12 people every
month to make this group viable. So, if you are at all
interested or curious, bring a friend and join the fun. To
join the group or for more information, contact Joan
Grayson.
CRAFT GROUP
In January, the group will not be planning an activity. An
email to all members of the group will be sent if
something is set up. To join the group or for more
information, contact Marianne Lee.
DAY TRIPS GROUP
We would love to have you join us for some fun with
your friends and neighbors on one of our day trip
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outings. We try to vary our trips over a broad range of
topics and interests. If you don’t see anything that
interests you this month, give me a nudge or send me
your ideas! I’d love to plan your day trip!
On Friday, January 11 join us for a “Tour of Savannah
College of Art and Design”. The day includes a guided
tour of the campus, lunch at The Gryphon Tea Room
and concludes with a visit to the SCAD Museum.
Museum admission is $10 ($8 for seniors). Contact Pat
Roth with your reservation by December 28. Specific
information will be sent out by email.
To join the group or for more information, contact Pat
Roth.
Members of the Day Trips group and their spouses/friends spent
a lovely day touring Jekyll Island on December 2. From left to
right: Pat Roth, Gene Ewing, Ted Knicely, Janice Senigla, Tom
Senigla, Blanche Ewing, Darice Ahrnsbrak, Rose Levitt, Scot
Ahrnsbrak, Chuck Levitt, Ellen McAndris, John McAndris. Missing
from photo: Ron Roth, Rob Daigle.
DINNER GROUP
On the second Thursday of every other month we pick a
local restaurant and enjoy an evening of good food,
catch up with one another, and meet new neighbors.
Recent outings have been to Robert Irvine’s Nosh, The
Cottage, Plums and Sigler’s.
Our next dinner will be at 6:30 pm on Thursday,
January 10, at NEO, a new restaurant in Moss Creek
Village. Contact Darice with your reservation by
January 3. An email will then be sent to those going so
that you can arrange carpooling. To join the group and
be added to the email list, or for more information,
contact Darice Ahrnsbrak.
DOMINOES GROUP (co-ed)
The Dominoes Group meets on the second Sunday of
the month at 6:30 pm in the Lakeview Room to play
Mexican Train Dominoes. Everyone is welcome, and we
provide directions and guidance for those who haven’t
played before. Come and join us for fun and laughter.

DOMINOES GROUP (co-ed) (cont’d)
Come be a kid again. To join the group or for more
information, contact Jay Larimer.
LUNCH BUNCH
Every first Friday of the month the Lunch Bunch enjoys
lunch at a restaurant in Beaufort, Bluffton, or Hilton
Head. There will be no lunch on January 4. Mark your
calendars for February 1 when we will go to CharBar
Co. restaurant on Hilton Head. Meet at the Lakehouse
for carpooling at 11:00 am. Call or email Joan with your
reservation by January 30. To join the group or for
more information, contact Joan Grayson.
MOVIEGOERS GROUP
If you love current movies or classic films, this is the
group for you. Contact Judy with your email and she will
notify you of upcoming films. To join the group, for more
information, or for carpooling to any of the films, contact
Judy Wilburn at judwilburn@gmail.com.
PINOCHLE GROUP (co-ed)
The group meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays
from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the home of Barbara Sartori, 5
Waterview Ct. We have 10-11 regulars so there is
room for a few more players. Come and play even if
you have never played before.
This month’s meetings will be on January 8 and 22.
Please notify Barbara ahead of time if you will be
attending. To join the group or for more information,
contact Barbara Sartori.
THEATER/PERFORMING ARTS GROUP (co-ed)
Approximately every other month we attend a musical,
concert, play, etc. in the Bluffton/Hilton Head, Savannah,
or Beaufort area. So far, we have enjoyed several
musicals at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina on Hilton
Head, a tribute to Bobby Darin at the Jazz Corner, and
“Riverdance” and “Southern Nights” in Savannah. We
had 32 Hampton Lakers at our last event, “The Beat
Goes On” in Savannah, and a good time was had by all.
Our next outing, on Friday, February 22, will be to see
“I Hate Hamlet” at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.
This side-splitting comedy is described by the Arts
Center as “the funniest ghost story you'll ever see! This
raucous comedy tells the story of a successful TV actor
who moves from L.A., confronts the New York stage
scene, rents a fabulous apartment in the Village and is
offered the role of a lifetime…Hamlet! He soon finds
himself not only haunted by his decision but by the ghost
of the legendary Shakespearean actor John Barrymore.
Relentlessly imposing his "advice," Barrymore instigates
a duel with the young man over art, success, his
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girlfriend…and even the apartment. See the show the
NY Times called "…hilarious."
Tickets (group rate) are $37. Keep an eye out on your
email for full details!
On March 7, we will see comedian Jerry Seinfeld in
Savannah. There are no tickets left in the original
reserved block of seats, but if you are interested in
purchasing your own tickets, e-mail Holly for box office
information. You are more than welcome to join us for
carpooling and dinner before the show! Remember –
spouses, friends, etc. are most welcome to join us! For
more information about the group, or to join and be on
the e-mail notification list, contact Holly O’Brien.
WINE DINNER EVENINGS (coed)
If you are interested in sampling some of the local
restaurants’ wine/dinner pairings, Barbara Hege will be
your guide to elegant evenings of fun. There will not be a
regular monthly evening since it will depend on the
restaurants’ schedules.
Our first wine dinner will be scheduled for late January.
No date has been set since the restaurants haven’t
scheduled their after the holidays events yet. To be
notified as soon as the dinner is scheduled, for more
information about the wine dinners, and to be on the
distribution list, email Barbara at brhege@hargray.com.
ADDITIONAL INTEREST GROUPS
If an activity that interests you is not listed and you are
willing to organize and chair it, submit your request to
the HLWG Executive Board through Janice Senigla, Vice
President for Programs. The resources of the HLWG will
help you organize it and get the word out.
HLWG BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Members of the Hampton Lake Women’s Group who
have their own businesses are eligible to be included in
the HLWG Business Directory which is distributed to the
membership every two months along with an updated
member roster. If you have your own business and wish
to be included in this directory, contact Janice Senigla
at senigrl47@gmail.com or 607-242-2013.
NOTE CARDS
Hampton Lake Women’s Group note cards can be
purchased in sets of six (6) for $10.00 and are available
two ways. One set depicts a photo of Hampton Lake and
the other set depicts the photo of Hampton Lake with
“Hampton Lake Women’s Group” superimposed
across the photo. The proceeds would be used to offset
HLWG expenses so that charging dues would not be
needed at this time. To order,contact Betty Heath-Camp.

Hampton Lake Women’s Group Note Card.
THIRD ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY
Some members of the HLWG and their guests enjoyed an evening
of fun, food, friendship and dancing at the HLWG Holiday Party on
December 6. Around the table, from the left: Jay Larimer, Jack
Horowitz, Dianne Horowitz, Jeff Toker, Mike Horowitz, Steve
Larimer, Susan Toker, Gene Brown, Rita Brown.
The third annual HLWG Holiday Party was held on
December 6 and was attended by 106 members and
guests. This is an increase of 36 over last year’s
attendance! The buffet dinner catered by Celebrations,
desserts prepared by HLWG members and music by
“The Great Pretenders” made for a very enjoyable
evening. A lot of mixing, mingling and dancing was going
on. Thank you to the members of the committees who
planned, baked and decorated. Thank you, also, to Jay
Larimer for making the adorable reindeer as mementos
of an evening we will remember for a long time.
Many members and guests donated gifts for the children
of Bluffton Self-Help. Below is a letter of thanks from
Bluffton Self-Help’s Assistant Director:
Dear Ms. Hege and our friends of the Hampton Lake
Women’s Group!
On behalf of the clients of Bluffton Self Help, thank you for
your very generous donation of TOYS, TOYS, TOYS this
holiday season! Thank you for such a generous collection
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from your Holiday Gala! Our Nancy Meyer delivered a
stuffed car load!
Your contribution means a great deal to our clients and their
families - your assistance will help SPREAD THE CHEER
in more ways than you could ever imagine! Your efforts are
so deeply appreciated. Please know that every item
donated will go to the child of family in need. Thank you for
helping these families enjoy a brighter holiday season!
With your support Bluffton Self Help staff and volunteers
can continue to meet the needs of our community with
confidence that your neighbors will be fed, clothed and
provided with assistance to shelter their families. Thank you
for helping your neighbors, and thank you for being a part of
the bigger picture!
Happy Holidays, Julie Del Guercio, Assistant Director
HLWG member, Nancy Meyer, who is also the Volunteer
Coordinator at Bluffton Self-Help, loads her vehicle with all the
wonderful gifts for children aged 10 to 14 donated by HLWG
members at the HLWG Holiday Party on December 6.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Please join us in welcoming Pam Pok of Hampton Lake
Drive to the Hampton Lake Women’s Group.
UPCOMING DATES
January 30, Exec. Board Meeting, 3 - 5 pm
February 14, General Meeting, 11 am
March 27, Exec. Board Meeting, 3 - 5 pm
April 11, General Meeting, 7 pm
May 1, Exec. Board Meeting, 3 - 5 pm
May, Potluck Dinner, date and time TBD
June 5, Exec. Board Meeting, 3 - 5 pm
July 17, Exec. Board Meeting, 3 - 5 pm
August 8, General Meeting, 7 pm
Janice Senigla, Editor
Judy Owens, Assistant Editor