by Frances Pleska
9/1/2012

The Activities Fair is the club's 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 at 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 36^th year!  The Craft Fair will take place on Sunday, November 18 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.   

Attending the HNC August Board Meeting were :

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