8:00 P.M. Discovery Meeting Topic "
QAULITIES TO LOOK FOR IN A MATE.
The key to choosing the right partner is to look for a person with good character, not simply a good personality. Commitment to personal growth, emotional openness, Integrity, maturity and responsibility, high self-esteem, and positive attitude toward life.
Doors open at 7:45 P.M.and the discussions begin at 8:15.
The meeting will be at Roslyn Retreat Pavilion on 8727 River Road one-half mile east of Parham
(see map Color or Black&White).
$3 members; $4 others.
10:00 A.M. Friendly's Located at . Meet me at the corner of Pump and Patterson at the Friendly's Restaurant for Breakfast. They serve up a great breakfast meal for less than $7.00 and it usually includes the drink, depending on what you order. I was there one Sunday, and I had the Super Big Two-Do, OJ and the meal cost me approx. $5.70, which I thought was a great deal. Please RSVP so I'll know who to look out for and reserve us some seats. If you don't call me and you show up, you might not be able to sit with us, so please call or send me an email. Hope to see you there. RSVP is requested before 10/1 to Cathy at 741-1528 or email. 8:30 P.M. Swing Dancing at 6004 W. Broad Street. Instructions 7:30 to 8:30, general dancing from 8:30 to 11:00 P.M. Admission $6; refreshments provided.
Sat, Oct 02
7:00 P.M. Ballroom Dancing Dance with the USABDA regulars until 9:30 P.M. at The Dance Space at 6004 West Broad Street St. Wear lightweight shoes that glide. $5 for USBDA members; $7 for nonmembers.
7:00 P.M. Council Meeting. To add items to the agenda leave a message on the Solo/Discovery Information Line, 257.0020. Arrive at 6:30 if you plan to eat at Aunt Sarah's Pancake House, 7927 W. Broad (between Parham and Hungary Springs). We decided to try another location and have reserved their meeting room. (see map Color or Black&White)
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6:00 P.M. Dinner Join me for dinner at Tripps Restaurant, 9318 W.Broad (in front of Sam's Club), for some good old American cusine. They will only seat the entire party so let's meet at 6, to be seated at 6:15. RSVP is requested before 3pm on 10/8 to Sara at 342-7495 or email.
8:00 P.M. Contra Dancing at TADAMS at Ginter Park Recreation Center located at the corner of Walton and Hawthorne, one block southeast of Laburnum and Chamberlayne Avenues. $4 members, $7 others. For more information you can contact Sid at 323-6423.
2:00 P.M. Hollywood Cemetery Meet at Albemarle and Cherry in Oregon Hill for this 2 hour walking tours examines the art , architecture & landscapedesigns in the magnificent cemetery park , and also discusses biographiesof the notable tenants. Walk is approximately 2.5 miles with numeroushills. Bring water. Fee: $7 at gate/$6 advance registration (643-0711) Benefits the ValentineMuseum. Sponsor/Guide: Kathy Whittington.
8:00 P.M. Game Night. Join us for an exciting game of Battle of the Sexes &/or Trivial Pursuit, or bring along your own game, maybe scrabble or poker, to be played by either small or larger groups. Doors open at 7:45, The Game will be in the Downstairs section of the Bon Air Community Center on 8725 Quaker Lane and begins at 8:15.. $3 members; $4 others. (see map Color or Black&White)
12:00 Noon. Newsletter Deadline. Submit announcements, events, news and feature stories to Gordon Flynn at editor@solodiscovery.com for publication in the next newsletter.
5:00 P.M. Bogey's Putt-Putt Located at 1675 Ashland Road. This will be the last game of the season, please join us for this exciting event. If you haven't played with us this year, make an appearance at this one. You don't want to miss out. Hope to see some new faces, as well as the usual crowd. Afterwards, we will catch some dinner at player's choice. You can contact Cathy at 741-1528 or email.
8:30 P.M. Ballroom Dancing Dance with the USABDA regulars until 9:30 P.M. at The Dance Space at 6004 West Broad Street St. Wear lightweight shoes that glide. $5 for USBDA members; $7 for nonmembers.
8:30 P.M. Swing Dancing at 6004 W. Broad Street. Instructions 7:30 to 8:30, general dancing from 8:30 to 11:00 P.M. Admission $6; refreshments provided.
12:30 P.M. Sunday Brunch at Sundays Restaurant, Brandermill Join me for Sunday Brunch at Sundays Restaurant in Brandermill. See their web site sundaysrestaurant.com for menu and directions. Will cruise the lake following brunch, if enough people are interested. Pontoon boat can accommodate 13. Cost would be $3-$5 per person, depending on number of passengers. Let me know if you're interested in the boat ride by Oct 1. RSVP is requested before 10/15 to Teresa at 763-0607 or email.
8:00 P.M. Mailing Party. Join the newsletter distribution crew as they prepare the new issue for mailing. Call 272-2793 to request directions to the Mailing Party.
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8:00 P.M. Play Join us at the Chamberlayne Actors Theatre, 319 North Wilkinson Road, for their production of Rough Crossing. This a comedy about a troupe of actors rehearsing their play while crossing the Atantic aboard an Ocean Liner. Call for tickets ($13) at 262-9760 or go online at cat@cattheatre.com. RSVP is requested by 10/21 to Sara at 342-7495 or email.
8:00 P.M. Contra Dancing at TADAMS at Ginter Park Recreation Center located at the corner of Walton and Hawthorne, one block southeast of Laburnum and Chamberlayne Avenues. $4 members, $7 others. For more information you can contact Sid at 323-6423.
2:00 P.M. Wall Street Walk Enjoy the architectural treasures of Richmond's Financial District. Examine the engineering achievements of the modern high-rise; view elements such as cast iron front and art deco style. Meet me at the corner of Main & 14th Streets. Fees: $7 walk up/$6 w/credit card (643-0711) benefits the Valentine Museum. Look for coupons in Style for $2 discount. Sponsor/Guide: Kathy Whittington.
3pm P.M. Baroque & Beyond Join me at the University of Richmond's Modlin Center for this Richmond Symphony Concert. They will perform Telemann, Falla, Bach and Ginastera including two harpsichord concertos. For tickets (ranging from $20-$35)call 788-1212 or go online to richmondsymphony.com. Call me to find out the location of my seat. You can RSVP to Sara at 342-7495 or email.
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8:00 P.M. Halloween Dance. Please join fellow Solo/Discovery members & local area singles to celebrate Halloween at Bon Air Community House located 8725 Quaker Road. Dance the evening away to Halloween favorites like the Monster Mash and Spooky. Come in your favorite costumes and/or mask. (Optional). Dance from 8:00pm until 11:30 pm. Members $3.00, Guests $5.00. BYOB, Snacks and soft drinks are available. You can contact Katrinka at 747-5545 or email. (see map Color or Black&White).
6:30 P.M. Grandsons(Their Website) AND Taters(Their Website) Located at Ashland Coffee and Tea. A double header! Meet me at the Applebee's entrance at Regency Square to carpool to this low key, non-smoking venue. We can have a light supper and the show starts at 8:00. Cover charge is $8.00. The bands play a variety of upbeat folky/blusey/jazzy music. You can meet me there if you like. Go to the Ashland Coffee and Tea website for more information and directions (or call me). RSVP is requested before 10/30 @12:00 to Sharyn at 282-6720 or email so we can acquire the correct number of seats and I also know to look for you.
11:30 P.M. Brunch Located at Peking, Grove Ave.. Please join me at our first champagne brunch this season (and before the trick 'n treaters start) at the Peking Restaurant, Grove Ave., next to the Westhampton Theatre. cost is $10.95 and please RSVP by 10/22 either email or call Sandy at 285-1970 to let her know you'll be joining us.
2:00 P.M. Hollywood Cemetery Meet at Albemarle and Cherry in Oregon Hill for this 2 hour walking tours examines the art , architecture & landscapedesigns in the magnificent cemetery park , and also discusses biographiesof the notable tenants. Walk is approximately 2.5 miles with numeroushills. Bring water. Fee: $7 at gate/$6 advance registration (643-0711) Benefits the ValentineMuseum. Sponsor/Guide: Kathy Whittington.