September 2004 Events

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Fri, Sep 03

8:00 P.M. Discovery Meeting Topic " Wrong Reasons to be in a Relationship. Getting involved with someone for the wrong reasons is one of the ways in which we create unhealthy and unfulfilling relationships. The more of these patterns we recognize, the more we'll understand why some of our past relationships caused so much pain and disappointment, and the more we'll be able to avoid recreating these patterns in future relationships. "    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.

Sat, Sep 04

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.

Sun, Sep 05

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.

Mon, Sep 06

11am-3pm P.M. Picnic Join us at the Roslyn Center Pavilion located at 8727 River Road (1/2 mile east of Parham). All singles are welcome. We will start at 11am with socializing and a walk, then start the grill at 11:45 and eat from 12-1. From 1 to 3 you can play sand volleyball or take a swim. If it looks like rain bring along an indoor game. Solo will provide the condiments, beverages and paper products. Bring your own food to grill and a dish to share. Admission: $2/members & $4/others. RSVP is requested before by 5pm Sun 9/5 to Sara at 342-7495 or email.
Council Meeting will follow Picnic.

Sat, Sep 11

5:30 P.M. Putt-Putt Golf Located at Bogey's. Please join us for another exciting event at this popular place. If the weather calls for rain and you're not sure come anyway, we will still go grab a bite to eat, chat and laugh with others.Hope to see you there. If not, I am sponsoring another event on Sept 18th. See you on the greens. You can contact Cathy at 741-1528 or email. (See map Color or Black&White)

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.

Sun, Sep 12

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.

Fri, Sep 17

7:30-10:30 P.M. Dance Join us at Roslyn Center Pavilion, located at 8727 River Road (1/2 mile east of Parham) from 7:30 to 10:30pm. See web page for map. This dance is open to all singles. The dress is causal and should be determined by the weather. Snacks/Soda's will be provided. Bring Your Own Alcoholic Beverage. Admission: $3/members or $5/others. Call Sara at 342-7495 for more information or email.

Sat, Sep 18

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.

5:30 P.M. Bogey's Putt-Putt Golf Located at 1275 Ashland Road. Please join us for this exciting event. Afterwards we can all decide where we want to go for dinner for social chit-chat and great laughs. You don't want to miss it. We always have a great time. Come on out and join us, you'll be glad you came. Kids are always welcomed. Cost is $5.50 You can contact Cathy at 741-1528 or email. (See map Color or Black&White)

7:00 P.M. National Ballroom Dance Week Located at Pinchbeck Elem. School . A special celebration of National Ballroom Dance Week. We will have a DJ and dancedemos by 2 couples. Also, semi-formal/dressy attire is suggested. The lessonis Quick Step, by Phyllis Harris. Admission remains the same at $5 for memb.and $8 non-memb You can RSVP to Ginny by Phone at 744-3608 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.

Wed, Sep 22

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.

Fri, Sep 24

6pm P.M. Dinner & a Play Join us for dinner at 6pm - Restaurant to be determined by the 22nd. Then we will meet at the Glen Allen Cultural Center on Mountain Rd (west of Woodman)around 7:40pm to see "The Pirates of Penzance" - a comic operetta by Gilbert & Sullivan. Call 501-5115 to reserve your ticket. RSVP is requested before by 3pm Wed 22 to Sara Keller at 342-7495 or Martha Chapman 515-0575 or email.

Sat, Sep 25

10:00 A.M. Virginia State Fair Meet me at the Fair! We will meet in front of the admissions booth for a day at the Fair. I have $4 offdiscount tickets so let me know if you'll be coming so I can bring enoughwith me. RSVP is requested by 9/22 to Sandy by Phone No. in Newsletter or email, so we'll know to wait for you. Click to see Virginia State Fair Web Page!

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.

Sun, Aug 26

2:00 P.M. Shockoe Slip & the Canals Meet at the James Center Clock Tower, 10th & East Cary. The 2 hr walking tour discusses the history and architecture of ShockoeSlip, this history of the canals, and examines the current projects which are revitalizing this lively warehouse district. Great views of the river & downtown. Walk is approx 2 miles. Terrain is fairly flat. Fees: $7 walk up/$6 w/credit card (643-0711) benefits the Valentine Museum. Sponsor/Guide: Kathy Whittington.

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