“December marks not the end of the year, but the beginning of possibilities both big and small.”
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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 one new members in November, Janice States and Rose DiRenzo joined this month. 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 Members of The Welcome Club of Sarasota and Manatee: As we approach the end of the year, it’s hard to believe that nearly a year has passed since my journey as your Welcome Club president began. They say time flies when you’re having fun, and 2025 has certainly proven that true! It has been a joyous experience, and I feel incredibly fortunate to work alongside such a dedicated Board of Directors, whose energy and enthusiasm are truly inspiring. Together, we share a genuine love for our club. Every month, I eagerly anticipate our lively lunches filled with engaging programs and the company of so many cherished friends. I have enjoyed participating in as many Welcome Club events as my calendar allows—what could be better than that? As we look ahead to January, I am excited to continue my role as president for another term, with Nancy Allan serving as First Vice President and Lois Domonico as Second Vice President, both returning for a second year. Nancy Flaherty will serve as Recording Secretary, and Cheryl Wyatt will serve as our Treasurer, completing our executive committee. I know that the entire board and our over 200 members join me in wishing them great success, and we all look forward to a year filled with fun and friendship in 2026. Reflecting on this past year, we have achieved so much together. We’ve updated our bylaws and have made strides toward continuous improvement, ensuring that our operations run smoothly while maintaining the warmth and closeness that defines our club. We’ve celebrated with parties and outings, increased participation in our Special Interest Groups, and welcomed steady growth in our membership. Clearly, we must be doing something right! When I took on this role, I was unaware of the deep commitment we all share in excellence. The women in our Executive Committee and those serving as chairs, coordinators, or committee members consistently strive to give their best, enabling us to proudly call ourselves a phenomenal organization. We are warm, caring, and fun-loving—a true force to be reckoned with. I am deeply grateful for the support I have received throughout my term. The members of the Executive Committee and the Board have been my problem solvers, idea gurus, and creative geniuses. Our club is filled with remarkable talent, and I am continually amazed by how willingly our members share their gifts. Most importantly, I want to thank each of you. You have the choice to belong to any organization in our community, and you chose us. Your enthusiasm is infectious, and it fills me with joy to see you interacting and connecting with one another. Here’s to a bright and exciting new year ahead! Wishing you a Wonderful Holiday Season and a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year! Pamela Modisett, President |
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. |
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The 2025 Current and Incoming 2026 Board of Directors along with the Committee Chairs met in December for November's Beach Outing was at Siesta Key Beach on the 26th. It was a gorgeous, blue sky day with perfect temperatures.
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 December Beach Outing is at Venice Beach.
Meet at Sharkey's at the Pier at 11:00 AM on Tuesday (NOT Wednesday this month), December 23rd.
Open to All Members. Please Signup Online.
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Luncheon Divas on November 24th at Percoco's at the Lakewood Ranch Town Center Shops on Main Street. Three Birthdays were celebrated - Marilyn and Paula's Birthday were both on the 24th!
| Happy November Birthday Marilyn Schubert! |
Happy November Birthday Lois Domonico! | Happy Birthday Paula Dempsey! |
Welcome Club Cocktail Party Thank you Karen Doggett and Carol Fink for Hosting |
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The December Savor and Socialize Dinner was enjoyed by all at JPAN in the UTC Mall to enjoy the Christmas Decorations and the Gigantic Christmas Tree that changes lights every 30 mintues.
The group had front row seats to the light festivities.
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The Ladies Night Out Happy Hour was at Michaels on East in Sarasota. |
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The Roll Models Cooking Group Met at Kristin Triolo's home in December for a Festive Christmas Lunch. |
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Ladies Dining Out Lunch Group met at Cooper's Hawk Restaurant for their December Outing. |
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The Travel n' Gals Traveled to Naples on December 13th to stay at the Cove Inn and Watch the Naples Boat Parade. |
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| Members always celebrate Birthdays at Restaurants! |
The Cove Inn is located on the water and was a great location to view the Naples Boat Parade.
Lindsey Columbo won the BEST DRESSED CHRISTMAS OUTFIT at the Event.
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The Welcome Club Monthly Luncheon was held at The Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club on December 16th. Brenda Watty, one of the Marvelettes, was the entertainment. |
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Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club 
Terri Holsinger won the Raffle!
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The 2026 Board of Director's Installation
Brenda Watty singing Happy Birthday to December Members
Always come for the networking and meet all the new members
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A Guest helped Brenda entertain the group. |
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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.  |