0113 NCQ Newsletter

JANUARY 2013 NEWSLETTER

2 • JANUARY 2013 • NEIGHBORHOOD CLUB NEWS

President, C.Robert Foy

Vice-President, Sean Galvin

Secretary, Richard Meade

Treasurer, James Egan

General Counsel, Robert Sheffield

Immediate Past President, F. Michael McNally

GOVERNORSTerms expiring 2013

Barbara NestorBart BoncaldoPaul O’Sullivan

Fred WalshBarbara Le Bel

Terms Expiring 2014Gail Bell

Jane HoweKevin Mantville

Gregory SeymourianArthur Foley

Terms expiring 2015Larry Babb

Robert MartellMartin Joyce

Carol McClintockEllen McWade

HOUSE COMMITTEESean Galvin, Chairperson

RECIPROCITY COMMITTEEVincent Santosuosso, Jr., Chairperson

BOWLING COMMITTEEDeDe Dalton-Martell, Chairpserson

CENTENNIAL COMMITTEELarry Babb & Deanna Seymourian, Co-Chairs

ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEEFran Foy & Barbara Le Bel, Co-Chairs

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEEAlice Welch, Chairperson

Main Line: 617-773-9300Members Line: 617-773-5025

Fax: 617-773-5817Email: [email protected]

Address: 27 Glendale Road, Quincy, MA 02169

DRESS CODELadies:

Appropriate dress is necessary for lunch and dinner.

Gentlemen: Lunch: Business Casual

Dinner: Jacket and collared shirt or jacket and mock turtleneck.

Tie is optional.

DINING ROOM HOURSLunch: Tues. - Fri., Noon - 2:00pm

Dinner: Tues. - Sat., 6:00pm - 9:00pmClosed on Mondays

RESERVATIONSReservations for lunch and dinner are required.

Reservations for lunch must be made by 10:30am and by 3:30pm for dinner. We need to have your

reservations prior to these times in order to adequately staff the dining room.

NEWSLETTER STAFFLarry Babb & Deanna Seymourian

Co-Editors

Ann Collins, Barbara LeBel, Susan Egan, Eileen McDonnell,

Shyla Settles and all club membersContributors

Maura WilsonGraphic Designer

Board of Governors General Information

NEIGHBORHOOD CLUB NEWS • JANUARY 2013 • 3

Board of Governors General Information President’s Letter

Dear Fellow Members,

Another year has passed and while we remember those who have left us, we also move forward, with confidence, to a wonderful New Year at the Neighborhood Club.

Our staff is ready to offer superior service and superb cuisine for your dining pleasure during our long winter nights. Entertainment has scheduled many inventive and fun evenings for you to enjoy. Check the flyers for these events and consider bringing a guest or two to enjoy the “Neighborhood Club” experience. There is, being planned, some special comfort food nights with a lesser dress code. These evenings have been suggested by many and your Club is responding.

Recently, our Board of Governors approved a decrease in the initiation fee to $100. for the next 100 new members. This is in conjunction with our coming 100th Anniversary. Now is the time to encourage your friends and family to join.

Thank you to all who have aided our staff member Kim Moran, who recently lost her husband. If you care to offer assistance, call Marty and he will tell you how. Kim and her three young children will be forever grateful.

In closing, I offer to each of you, best wishes for a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

Yours truly,C. Robert FoyPresident

Message from The General Manager

To all of our Members,

The holiday season at the Club is always special. I would like to again to thank the members and staff who helped decorate the Club for the holidays. They did a wonderful job transforming the Club into a holiday wonderland. Job well done!

Breakfast with Santa was a huge hit, and Joel created a breakfast buffet which everyone raved about. Santa visited and gave out presents to the girls and boys; what a blast!

The Christmas Dance was attended by nearly 100 members and their guests. Tom Pitman led the festivities with music for dancing. Joel and his staff created a spectacular menu that all enjoyed!

We have some great events in store for you this month, starting with the New Years Eve Celebration and ending with Chef/Managers Night. Please join us for both of these fantastic Club events.

Lastly, I want to thank all members of the Club for supporting the staff. Words cannot express how proud I am for the outpouring of support from the membership; it has been truly amazing.

We hope that you enjoyed a wonderful holiday season with us and your families. I wish you all a healthy and happy New Year!

I look forward to seeing everyone at the Club in 2013.

Best Wishes,

Marty


MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEEThe year 2012 seemed to have flown by. Thank you to Club members who have sponsored new members. We can all enjoy The Neighborhood Club experience together with new and long-time friends during 2013.

Frequently asked question:Q. I would like information on the classes of membership in the Club. There seem to be so many that it is easy to be confused in distinguishing between classes. Can you clarify the classes?A. We agree that the definitions of the classes of membership can be confusing. At the Club annual meeting in June, 2012, a proposal to simplify the classes as defined in the Club by-laws was approved.

The classes that have full use of the Club are: Class A – Husband and wife and Class B – Unmarried, widowed or divorced person over the age of twenty-one. Most Club members are Class A or Class B.

Class C– Officers (and spouses) on active duty in USA armed forces and Class D – Single or married son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter, of a Class A or Class B member, ages twenty-one to thirty-five. There are no Class C or Class D members at the present time.

Class F – Members in good standing for at least five years who have no residence within 50 miles of the Club and Class H – Honorary members as conferred by the Board of Governors. There are several Class F and Class H members currently in the Club.

There is also a Corporate Membership which allows businesses to have limited use of the Club at lunch only.

ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEEJanuary 26: Chef / Manager Night

This is one of our main highlights in dining. Marty, Joel and staff will show off their culinary talents to you, our members, with a meal that is an experience you will not forget. Specialty wines are available to accompany this spectacular meal. Marty, Wendy, Joel and Linda will put this evening together as a ‘Thank You’ to our membership. This event never fails to be one of the loveliest evenings on our functions calendar.So, don’t forget to mark this date down and bring along a guest to show off your club and its talented staff and fabulous cuisine.

Be a Club AmbassadorFunctions are an important part of keeping our Club running smoothly. We need to suggest NCQ to our friends and business associates as THE place to have their Christmas Parties, anniversary celebration, family and school reunions, retirement parties etc. etc. etc. We, the members, are the best advertising money can’t buy!

BOWLING COMMITTEEThe Member-Guest Fireside Brunch in conjunction with the Member-Guest Bowling Tournament will take place on January 13, 2013. Bowling will begin at 10:00am, the lounge opens at 11:00, and brunch will be served from 12:00 until 2:00pm. Bowl a few strings and enjoy a scrumptious brunch by a cozy fire while socializing with friends. We encourage you to do both and to invite friends for a delightful day at the Club. Bowlers, non-bowlers, and their guests are welcome to participate in a unique bowling experience guided by Roy Berggren’s

expertise. Prizes will be awarded. Don’t forget to bring your bowling shoes or sneakers as well as your enthusiasm. When you make your brunch reservation please indicate if you will be bowling. Other bowling news — Team 6 has taken a slim 2 point lead over Team 4. Bob Martell wowed the lanes with a 127 string including a strike and 4 spares. Claire McNally bowled a 102 string. The competition is becoming fierce. REMINDER: Friday, January 4, 2013, is a make-up date for Teams 8 vs. 9 and Teams 4 vs. 6.

Committee Reports

The King and Queen of mixed bowling were duly crowned after Bob Martell bowled 127 and Dede bowled a 94.

MEMBER-GUEST FIRESIDE BRUNCH

In conjunction with

Member-Guest Bowling Tournament

SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, 2013Bowling at 10 am

Lounge opens 11 am Brunch noon to 2 pm

Come to Brunch • Sign up to Bowl • Bring a Friend

When making brunch reservations, please let the office know if you are bowling.


Christmas as the Neighborhood Club

The beautiful decorations organized by Fran Foy and implemented by staff and Club members did not go unnoticed. It is a huge undertaking every year-- com-piling sorting, bow-tying, wreath hang-ing, garland twisting and bulb plac-ing for every room in the Club. Many thanks to all who volunteered for all to enjoy especially our function clients. If you are thinking of discarding an gen-tly used Christmas decorations, please contact the office. We always need re-placements for upcoming years.

Chef /Manager NightJANUARY 26

Marty, Joel and staff will amaze you with their culinary talents with a decadent and delicious menu. The meal will be an experience you will not forget.

Call now to reserve your spot at this extremely popular event.


Belated December Birthday Wishes toOur Club Manager, Marty McGovern

JANUARY BIRTHDAYSAnn Arnold

Nick DiGuistoBarbara Fitzgerald

Patricia FlynnRosanne FlavinSandra Kunz

Barbara Le BelKevin Mantville

Genevieve Reardon

CONDOLENCESHeartfelt thanks from our much-loved staff member, Kim Morgan. Kim wishes to thank each and every one of you for your kindness and generosity during this very difficult time for her and her family. All your expressions of sympathy on the passing of her husband were greatly appreciated.

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations to Jessica and Dan Myers on

their new grandson, Jack Alexander Myers, born December 7, 2012. 7lbs 8oz, 20 inches

HAPPY ANNIVERSARYMike and Ellen Savage

BOOK CLUB IIThe book selected for January l8th is “Mrs. Tom Thumb” by Melanie Benjamin. big name to live up to for a woman of less than three feet. The future General Tom Thumb did just that. She is one of T.B. Barnum’s “oddities” that shows love and desire, strength and ambition come in all sizes. Mrs. Tom Thumb brings out the humanity in all of us. “ Life Between the Oceans” by M.L. Stedman was suggested for February and The President’s Club is considered a must read by Nancy Gibbs and M. Duffy, also for February.

MEMBERS NOTESGrandchildren of Bob and Cathy Beniers (Catrina) and Deanna and Greg Seymourian, (Abby) played a starring role in a recent production of the Nutcracker performed by Center Stage Dance Studio. Well, maybe it wasn’t a starring role — it was more of a 2 minute role, but they LOOKED like stars.

• • •At its 47th annual meeting on Tuesday, April 24, the Quincy Community Action Programs, Inc.’s (QCAP) Board of Directors celebrated the organization’s successes and honored the achievements of community members who were exemplary in their support of QCAP’s mission. Among the honorees were Neighborhood Club members Quincy Mayor Thomas P. Koch and Donald P. Uvanitte of Eastern Insurance. & Co., Inc. The Board recognized Quincy Mayor Thomas P. Koch with a 2012 Extra Mile Award, given to community members who go above and beyond in their support of QCAP’s mission and its clients. Dedicated to QCAP’s mission of helping disadvantaged residents improve their lives, Mayor Koch is an active leader in responding to the urgent need of low-income residents. Most recently, Mayor Koch supported the organization’s efforts to develop the former St. Joseph’s school into the new Rosemary & Archie Wahlberg Head Start Early Learning Center.

The Board also honored Quincy resident Donald P. Uvanitte, a senior vice president at Eastern Insurance, with an individual Extra Mile Award. A lifelong resident of Quincy, Uvanitte has worked with QCAP to ensure struggling families could get the help they needed. He was instrumental in helping the organization to embark on its Head Start capital campaign four years ago, and stepped up his efforts to secure support for QCAP’s fundraiser last October. Uvanitte is chair of the South Shore Workforce Investment Board, serves on the Quincy

Announcements & Members’ Notes


Please submit newsworthy notes to office or Deanna at [email protected].

Medical Board of Trustees, and is active in many Boards and organizations along the South Shore. Don was also seen by a Salvation Army Kettle in the “Battle of the Kettles”.

• • •We are starting them young. Our newest potential member, Madison Fleming, shown here with her parents Jackie and Danny Fleming on her first visit to the Neighborhood Club. Mom and Dad were married here last year so they thought it was fitting Madison’s first dining experience be at the

Club. Proud grandparents are Patricia and David Fleming.

• • •If you were lucky enough to attend the Quincy Choral group Christmas performance, you would have heard our own Maryalice Yafrate and Marie Roche performing. A special presentation was a special performance at Sacred heart church of “Simplify The Season” words and music by Kathleen Ready arrangement by John Nichols, which has “gone viral” Watch for a special fund raiser in March.

Ellen Gallagher took part in the Festival of the Nine Lessons of Advent with the choirs of St. Elizabeth’s, St. Mary of the Hills and St. Agatha’s Choirs in Milton.

CHIP OFF THE OLE’ BLOCKAt the 10th annual dinner/auction to benefit the New England Center of Homeless Veterans, Auctioneer, member, Dan Flynn’s, best moment was putting his own 11-year old son on stage. Garrett Flynn, unselfishly offered to donate his autographed Ted William ball and have it auctioned off for the benefit of the Veterans. After purchasing the ball, the high bidder offered to return the ball to Garrett who refused and insisted the ball go to Veterans Center for the enjoyment of all.

SPEAKING OF MILTON Seen around the club were members of a 35-year old Friendship group from Milton. They recently held their annual celebration dinner at the Neighborhood Club. Many are members of the Club and their guests enjoyed a delicious meal.

ROLL OF HONOROur goal is to recognize every club member who has served in our Armed Forces. Please give your name to the office so that we may list.PETER SMIALEK, Retired Captain US Air Force

BOB QUINN, Retired Captain USMC


RESERVATIONSWe need your help. Please be sure to call for reservations when coming in for dinner. In fairness to all, we need to hire sufficient staff for each evening. They are called to work based on reservations. So that service to any member is not compromised, ALL of us should adhere to this very simple policy.

NCQ DRINK OF THE MONTH

Pomegranate Champagne Cocktail

Ask your server!


MEMBER SPOTLIGHTOn Thurs., Nov. 29th Steve Wessling of Wessling Architects, Inc. was one of three people honored with the Maria Droste Award. The event was held at the River Bay Club and approximately 100 people were in attendance. Each year Good Shepherd Maria Droste Counseling Services selects someone whose values and commitment to service resonates with the mission and ministry of the agency. Steve received a unanimous vote of approval to be the recipient of this award. The agency is named after Maria Droste ZuVischering, a Sister of the Good Shepherd, born in Germany in 1863. Her life of service was focused on women and girls living in dire poverty. She turned away no one who knocked on the convent doors asking for her help. She was very committed to helping people turn their lives around. Steve is imbued with a similar mission and focus. He is well known

for his expression of service and his compassion to help people through the journey of life. It was an honor for Maria Droste Counseling Services to honor Steve with this award. He is also active in many local charities and organizations, including Catholic Charities, Celebrating Priesthood, Building owners Managers Association board of directors and their charity benefit co-chair and My Brothers Keeper. Steve and wife Mary, reside in

Milton, have three children and six grandchildren. Steve has been a dedicated and active member of the NCQ Board of Governors.

Corporate member, Dave Dennis, of Dennis and Associates, CPA, was recognized by the Maria Droste Agency as Corporate member of the year for his and his agency’s generous commitment to the missions of the Agency.


Laughter is Good for Your Health1. Laughter relaxes the whole body.2. A good, hearty laugh relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxes for up to 45 minutes .3. Laughter boosts the immune system.4. Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection fighting antibodies.5. Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel- good chemicals6. Laughter protects the heart. Laughter improves the function of blood vessels and increases blood flow

Date Alleys 1-2 3-4JANUARY

Tuesday, 8th 1 vs. 5 3 vs. 6Wednesday, 9th 4 vs. 9 10 vs. 8Tuesday, 15th 6 vs. 7 8 vs. 9Wednesday, 16th 2 vs. 5 1 vs. 3Tuesday, 22nd 7 vs. 9 2 vs. 6Friday, 25th 1 vs. 4 5 vs. 10Tuesday, 29th 3 vs. 10 4 vs. 9Wednesday, 30th 2 vs. 8 1 vs. 7

FEBRUARYTuesday, 5th 2 vs. 7 4 vs. 8Wednesday, 6th 5 vs. 10 3 vs. 6Tuesday, 12th 3 vs. 5 7 vs. 10Wednesday, 13th 1 vs. 9 4 vs. 6Tuesday, 19th 6 vs. 5 1 vs. 2Wednesday, 20th 7 vs. 8 3 vs. 9Tuesday, 26th 4 vs. 5 6 vs. 10

2013 BOWLING SCHEDULE


Strange... Dangerous... Weirdand even Funny things are happening

in the DARK at the Neighborhood Club of Quincy.

Mystery Move Night Club members and their guests are invited to share a graceful “experience in the Dark”

on Thursday evening, January 10, 2013.

“The Dark” will “hold” you spellbound when the outstanding film

? ______________________________ ? will be presented.

The leading lady won the Academy Award for best actress in this movie and the male leads are also Oscar winners,

but not for this film.

The night’s experience will be more stimulating and suspenseful than playing a month of lottery bingo and,

best of all, everyone will go home a winner.’

Don’t forget — make your reservations now!! FREE POPCORN!

Mystery Movie NightDate: Thursday, January 10, 2013

Time: 5:30 cocktails, 6:30 dinner, 7:30 movieCost: $23.00 all inclusive

We entertain you in the dark...We keep you in the dark......

We are the keepers of the DARK. You can have so much fun in the dark!!!


Christmas Dinner Social

The guests arrived to a Neighborhood Club topped with a light blanket of freshly fallen snow. Once inside, the glow of the fireplace and scents of delicious cuisine filled the Living Room. After cocktail hour the guests proceeded into the Ballroom to the sounds of holiday songs and chatter. After an impressive dinner, guests danced to the classic as well as holiday favorites. President Foy thanked the Entertainment Committee and volunteers for decorating the Club and for putting together the fabulous evening. Happy Holidays to all!


Christmas Dinner Social


This year’s breakfast was a huge success, After a delicious buffet, the children awaited the arrival of Santa by singing several Christmas Carols, accompanied by Barbara Walsh on the piano. Mary Alice Yafrate traveled throughout the audience, encouraging all to participate. When Santa arrived, he was greeted with cheers and accompanied by Mrs. Santa, who helped disperse the gifts that arrived from the North Pole. The children spent the rest of the morning admiring their toys and creating Christmas crafts in the member’s lounge. Thanks to all who participated in this family event and helped make the morning exciting. Extra thanks to all staff members, but especially to Jay and Linda, who gave of their time to see that Mr. and Mrs. Santa arrived on time.

Breakfast with Santa

Santa is trying to figure out which one was naughty and which one was nice!


Breakfast with Santa

SUN. MON. TUES. WED. THURS. FRI. SAT.

Calendar of Event - January 2013

1

NEW YEAR’S DAY

2 3 4

BOWLING MAKE UP8 vs. 94 vs. 6

5

6

Club Closed

7

Club Closed

8

1 vs. 53 vs. 6

9

4 vs.910 vs. 8

10

MOVIE NIGHT

A.M. BOWLING

11 12

13

BRUNCH WITH THE BOWLERS

14

Club Closed

15

HOUSE COMMITEE

6 vs. 78 vs. 9

16

2 vs.51 vs. 3

17

A.M. BOWLING

18 19

20

Club Closed

21

Club Closed

22

7 vs.92 vs. 6

23

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

24

A.M. BOWLING

25

1 vs.45 vs. 10

26

CHEF/MANAGER’S

NIGHT

27

Club Closed

28

Club Closed

29

3 vs.104 vs. 9

30

2 vs.81 vs. 7

31

A.M. BOWLING

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