Historic Cold Spring Village–August 18, 2016

WOW!  BIG THANKS to Marlene, Elaine and  Lynnda for coordinating our day at this wonderful living history village.  Cold Spring Village brings to life the day-to-day activities of villagers who lived in South Jersey during the “age of homespun.” (1789-1840)    The village is set on 30 acres of shaded lanes with gardens and 26 restored historic buildings housing historically clothed interpreters, who entertained us on the lifestyles, issues, trades and crafts of that time period.  Our guide, Meagan, was fantastic.  We were able to tour at our own pace, with rest stops along the way, allowing us to cool down on this very warm day. 

 

We toured 7 buildings before stopping for lunch at The Grange and then some of us continued to tour 4 more buildings with Meagan.   We were so impressed with our tour and many of us said we would like to return to visit the buildings that we didn’t have time to see.

OK – we couldn’t resist this photo!

Our last building was the school house and as you can see, someone misbehaved and was put in the corner with the dunce cap.

Michel Cluizel Chocolate Museum Tour and Luncheon–July 8, 2016

BIG THANKS to Marie C for coordinating this wonderful event.  Eighteen of us enjoyed learning the history of chocolate, along with a light French lunch and chocolate tastings throughout the afternoon.  Alan was a perfect host and had us laughing for much of the day.  Here we are as we arrived….

After a peek into the kitchen and a short talk about the history of chocolate, we began our tasting and luncheon.

 

For more information go to:  www.cluizel.us   

Renewal Luncheon–Rams Head Inn–June 23, 2016

Happy 10th Birthday Happy Hatters!   Today we celebrated an amazing 10 years together as the Happy Hatters, and another 4 years as the Scarlet Ladies!   During this time we enjoyed so many different activities and we look forward to the upcoming year as we continue our mission of “Nothing but FUN”! 

On this day we welcomed new members to our lively group of women: Lynnda Wilby, Carol Wohl, Janet Zanelotti, Roberta Stepp and Dorothy Grieco.   Also, Kathy Mangione has joined our group.  Kathy has been a Happy Hatter Guest on many occasions so I’m sure many of you know her. 

 

 

Once again, we enjoyed our luncheon and made our plans for the upcoming year. 

 

July 8 – Michel Cluizel Chocolatrium tour and French Luncheon – Marie C

 

July 25  - to be confirmed – Paint and sip event – Janet – details to follow

 

August 18 (raindate 8/19) Cold Spring Village – tour and lunch – Marlene, Elaine W and Lynnda

 

September 27 (raindate 9/28) Tour of Batsto Village with lunch at Joe’s Maplewood – Donna and Susan

 

October – Wheaton Village – Joan and Janet

 

November 13 – Levoy Theater – Showboat – Dinner afterwards at Andrea’s Trattoria – Elaine H

 

December – Holiday High Tea – Location to be determined – Catherine and Lorraine

 

January

February

March

 

April – Lunch at Smithville Inn with Chocolate Dipping Demonstration provided by the candy store – Lynnda W and Marlene

 

May – Silent Auction Fundraiser with Lunch – clubhouse ballroom – Blanche, Sheri, Judy W and Sheila

 

We decided to delete the May 20 Eagle theater show –Peter and the Starcatcher because of poor reviews. 

 

June 2017 – Renewal Lunch – Karen and Cora

 

Of course, we are always interested in any events that come up that we might enjoy. 

 

So here we are!  The Fabulous Happy Hatters 2016