The month of gratitude is finally here! It’s sweet, sweet November everyone, |
SAVE THE DATE 2026 will be full of great events and activities. Stay tuned for the new Save The Date list in December.
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We have three new members in October: Kyle Falco, Andrea Bruce and Elaine O'Rourke. Let's give them a warm welcome at the next Welcome Club Luncheon. | LUNCHEON Just click below to register r
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE |
Dear Valued Members of The Welcome Club of Sarasota and Manatee: As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting with deep gratitude on the extraordinary gift that is our club — and especially on each one of you. This club we’ve built together is truly special. From the moment new or potential members walk through our doors (often nervous, sometimes far from family and familiar places), you greet them with open arms, genuine smiles, and that unmistakable warmth that says, “You belong here.” Whether it’s through chats, Special Interest Groups, luncheons, day trips, or simply a kind word at an event, you make The Welcome Club feel like home. You turn strangers into friends and friends into family. This year, more than ever, I am thankful for: • Your generosity of spirit • Your willingness to step up and volunteer • The laughter that fills our gatherings • The caring way you check in on one another • The countless ways, big and small, you make this club thrive Because of you, The Welcome Club is not just an organization — it’s a lifeline, a source of joy, and a place where lifelong friendships are born. May your Thanksgiving be filled with good food, cherished company, and the comfort of knowing you are appreciated more than words can say. I am proud to serve as your president and profoundly grateful to be part of this remarkable club. Wishing you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and heartfelt Thanksgiving. Pamela Modisett, President |
Thanksgiving Poem |
**Gather ‘Round the Table** In autumn's glow, when the
seasonal residents return, The turkey roasts, the pies are
sweet, The table's set, with care and
grace, We share our dreams, our hopes,
our fears, So let us celebrate today,
As we give thanks for what we’ve
gained, |
FUN MEMBER MOMENTS
Member Awards and Acknowledgements
If you have a picture, please include it with the announcement. | Sign up for a Special Interest Group (SIG) and have some FUN with the other members. Check Out the List on the Website. There are many Groups to Choose From . It is a Great Way to Meet the Members! | Your SIG Group Pictures Could be Here! Send your group photos to Kristin to publish in the Newsletter so everyone knows how great your group is! Pictures should be taken horizontally and saved as a Large size. Email only, no text, to wcnews@welcomeclubsm.com or Kristin at kristin.triolo@gmail.com Book Club, Cooking Group, Dining Groups, Games of Cards and Mah Jongg and More. Inquiring Welcome Club Members want to know what is happening! Please share. |
The Beach Sisters always have lunch together at the beach outings. You can order lunch at the Siesta Key or Lido Key Food Stands and take it to the beach or eat it at the seating areas just off the beach. Nokomis and Venice beach outings include lunch at Sharkey's at the Pier in Venice or Pop's Sunset Grill in Nokomis before the beach outing.
The November Beach Outing is at Siesta Key Beach.
Meet at the Public Beach Pavilion at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, November 26th.
Open to All Members. Please Signup Online.
NOTE: The time has changed to 9:30 AM from 11:00!
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Luncheon Divas on October 27th at Napar, a New Restaurant at Tara Preserve Golf Club.
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Gasparilla Tour |
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The November Savor and Socialize Dinner was at Carrabba's Italian Grill on Stickney Point Road in Sarasota in November. Two Birthdays were celebrated: Marilyn Schubert and Brenda Kahn!
Happy Birthday to ALL Members who have November Birthdays
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 Happy November Birthday Marilyn! | Happy November Birthday Brenda! The Waitstaff Sang and Celebrated for both birthdays. |
The Lido Sunset SIG Started Up Again in October.
Sunsets are one of the most beautiful sights in Sarasota.
Come to the next Sunset Get Together and Share in the Fun.
Stay tuned for the next Lido Sunset Get Together!
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Edison Ford Tour in Ft. Myers in November
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Singles Happy Hour was at Mean Deans Local Kitchen in Bradenton. |
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The Ladies Night Out Happy Hour was at Georgie's at UTC. |
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The Roll Models Cooking Group Met the End of October and in Early November. Beth Trencheny hosted an October Greek Luncheon and Nancy Troy hosted an All American Luncheon on Veteran's Day. |
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| Nancy Troy's All American Luncheon included a Collection for the Toys for Tots event hosted by the Veterans each Christmas. A great way to thank them on Veteran's Day for their service to our country. |
Ladies Dining Out Lunch Group had a great beachfront lunch at the Beach House Waterfront Restaurant. |
Mary Stephenson, Kay Consigny, Beth Trencheny and Karen Fleming at The Beach House. |
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The Travel n' Gals Met on November 13th to tour the Sunken Gardens in St. Petersburg. |
The Group Picture is on a Bridge Overlooking the Coy Pond. |
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| The Group enjoyed lunch together at Carrabba's after the Sunken Gardens Tour. |
The Welcome Club Monthly Luncheon was held at The Tara Golf and Country Club on November 20th. The speaker was Marjo Mitsutomi, one of our Welcome Club Members. |
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Tara Golf and Country Club 
Our Greeters were Kay Consigny and Nancy Menard
Nancy Flaherty taking care of our registrations. | Sue McDermott and Barbara Jagdmann selling the 50/50 Raffle tickets. | Carol Fink collecting all the donations for our charity. |
Anniversary Member Recognition
| Members Introducing their Guests
| Marjo, our Speaker and a member of the Welcome Club
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| Networking is a perfect time to catch up with your friends and meet other members.
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Tara's Buffet and the very popular Ice Cream Desserts.Member Awards and Acknowledgements Congratulations to All Our Members for Their Great Accomplishments! |
We have an Author in our Group! Mariana Corrado has written a romance comedy: Valerie's Midlife Reimagined. It is available at Amazon. The link is: https://a.co/d/4kuLux9 or enter the title and the author to order.  |
Marg Williamson's Watercolor "A Painterly Sky" will be juried at the Florida Watercolor Society's 54th Annual Exhibit at the Orlando Museum of Art.
| Susan Anderson was named the Outstanding Senior Volunteer for her dedication and commitment to Emma E. Booker Elementary School. |
