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• Lettuce Munch

  • When
    Tuesday, April 23, 2019
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    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  
  

  Lettuce Munch

  

  
  

  On Tuesday, April 23 join us at Mara Harrington's home as we celebrate the fabulous cuisine of France.  

  We will round out our calendar year of Lettuce Munch events on Wednesday May 15th at Barbara Gwitz home with an Italian theme. After which, we will take a short hiatus for the summer and return in September with another great theme!

  
  

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• Bunco

  • When
    Wednesday, April 24, 2019
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Home of Mary Burnette - 631 Walker Road
  • Registered
    13 registrants

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  BUNCO

  April 24th at 7:00pm at the home of Mary Burnette
  

  631 Walker Road

  Great Falls, VA  22066

  Please remember to bring $5.00 and an appetizer to share.  We can have 12 players for this game plus our host.  Once we are filled, we will start a waitlist.  Please let us know if you have to cancel.

  BUNCO is a fun game with food, wine and wonderful conversations. No experience is necessary in order to play. If you would like to join the BUNCO group, please update your Member Profile /Interest Group to include Bunco.  For questions email Ellen Johnson at ektjohnson@gmail.com

  
  

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• April Bunco

  • When
    Wednesday, April 24, 2019
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Home of Mary Burnette - 631 Walker Road

  BUNCO

  April 24th at 7:00pm at the home of Mary Burnette
  

  631 Walker Road

  Great Falls, VA  22066

  Please remember to bring $5.00 and an appetizer to share. 

  BUNCO is a fun game with food, wine and wonderful conversations. No experience is necessary in order to play. If you would like to join the BUNCO group, please update your Member Profile /Interest Group to include Bunco.  For questions email Ellen Johnson at ektjohnson@gmail.com

  
  

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• GFFN Kaffeeklatsch - NEW!

  • When
    Thursday, April 25, 2019
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    8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Katie's Coffeehouse

  Join your fellow GFFN members for coffee and catching up at Katie’s  Coffeehouse on April 25rd anytime between 8-10am!    Look for us by the fireplace or outside on the patio if the weather is nice!  All members are encouraged to attend and newer members are especially welcome.    This is a great opportunity to get to know some awesome women and find out more about our club!

  Can't make this one?  Come to the one in May!  The plan is for this to be a monthly event.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Group Outing- National Portrait Gallery Tour

  • When
    Friday, April 26, 2019
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    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    National Portrail Gallery
  • Registered
    24 registrants

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  Group Outing to the National Portrait Gallery Tour

  Join us for a docent-led tour with a focus on a new exhibit:  Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence which reveals the women and organizations often overlooked in the complex narrative of women’s suffrage in the US.

  Lunch at 11:30am; tour at 1:00pm, return by 2:30

  Registration deadline: Friday, April 19

  Meet at Great Falls library at 10:30; carpool drivers needed

  Tour is free, bring money to cover your food and contribute to parking.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• GFFN Scholarship Fundraiser: Spring Tea

  • When
    Sunday, April 28, 2019
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    River Bend Golf & Country Club

  The GFFN Scholarship Fund Board is planning a Spring Tea as a fundraiser for Sunday, April 28th from 1:00 to 3:00 at the River Bend Golf & Country Club. 

  We hope you can join us.  If you can't attend, please consider supporting us by buying raffle tickets for some great prizes, or making a donation. 

  Tickets and registration are being done through the GFFN Scholarship Fund site, www.gffnsf.org   

  To register for the Spring Tea or to purchase Raffle Tickets click the link below.

  Register for GFFN Scholarship Spring Tea

  
  

  Please see below for additional details and e-mail Barb Chen at taipan689@gmail.com with any questions.
  

  
  

  
  

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• Wednesday Morning Book Club

  • When
    Wednesday, May 01, 2019
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    10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  
  

  The Wednesday Morning Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 10:30 am to Noon. Please contact RayLynn Oliver for additional details <raylynnoliver@hotmail.com>

  
  

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• Thursday Evening Book Club

  • When
    Thursday, May 02, 2019
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  The GFFN Thursday Evening Book Club meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm. Please join us for this month's meeting on May 2nd. The meeting location varies. If you have questions or are interested in joining the group, please contact Kristin Mears at kamears@hotmail.co.uk

  The next meeting will be on June 6, 2019.

  
  

  
  

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• All Kinds of Needles

  • When
    Tuesday, May 07, 2019
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  
  

  
  

  All Kinds of Needles will meet on Tuesday, May 7th. Location to be determined. For additional details, please contact Susan Falkson <susan.falkson@gmail.com>.
  

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• Foodies Happy Hour

  • When
    Wednesday, May 08, 2019
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    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Dante Ristorante

  
  

  Please join us for Foodies Happy Hour on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at 4:30 pm. Questions?

  Contact Sally Anne Andrew at  LeFayCottageatLittleWashington@gmail.com.

  http://danteristorante.com/
  

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• Cocktail Party

  • When
    Friday, May 10, 2019
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Magda Clyne's House in Great Falls

  Bring an appetizer to share and a bottle of wine or champagne that you enjoy.  Remember, this is one Club event where your "Plus One" is welcome!

  If you are interested in hosting or have any questions, feel free to contact Julie Casso or Roz Drayer.

  
  

  
  

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• Lettuce Munch

  • When
    Wednesday, May 15, 2019
  •  
    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  Please join us for an Italian themed Lettuce Munch at Noon on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. Questions? Contact Sally-Anne Andrew at sallyandrew24@gmail.com .

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• Thursday Daytime Book Group

  • When
    Thursday, May 16, 2019
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Thursday Daytime Book Group

  
  

  On May 16 we’ll be talking about The Girl with Seven Names by Hyeonseo Lee.  June 20 we’ll discuss Red Notice by Bill Browder, and we’ll review Educated by Tara Westover on July 18.

  The Thursday Daytime Book Group meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month from roughly 10 am to noon.  It is currently at capacity.  Please feel free to contact Jan Lane at jan.p.lane@gmail.com or Joan Pifer at joanspifer@mac.com if you have any questions.  Happy Spring to everyone! 

  
  

  
  
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 2019 GFFN End of Year Luncheon

  • When
    Friday, May 17, 2019
  •  
    11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    L'Auberge Chez Francois
  • Spaces left
    67

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  Come enjoy a delicious lunch with convivial friends as we celebrate the close of a fabulous year and introduce the 2019-2020 Board. 

  Our traditional End-of-Year Spring Luncheon will take place on May 17^th from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm at Chez Francois on Springvale Rd. in Great Falls.

  The price is $50 includes hors d’oeuvres, a three-course meal, a glass of wine and other beverages, and all taxes and gratuity.

  Seating is limited to 85 so this event is open only to current GFFN members. (We will invite prospective members to our many other events).

  Register online and you will be directed to make your payment through PayPal. Only online payments will be accepted. Your place is secured when we receive payment.

  Registration will close on May 13th. Registration will be closed earlier when we reach the maximum number.

  We know you won’t want to miss this fun event.  Please register at our website and pay promptly to avoid disappointment.  This event usually sells out.

  Any questions?  Contact Karen Deardorff at 352-425-5603 or jkdeardorff@gmail.com. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• CGF Annual Charity Golf & Tennis Tournament

  • When
    Monday, May 20, 2019
  • Location
    TBD

  
  

  GFFN will be participating as a sponsor in the upcoming CGF Annual Charity Golf & Tennis Tournament on Monday May 20th,  to support our three local public schools:  Forestville Elementary, Great Falls Elementary and Colvin Run Elementary Schools.   

  This year, the event will feature a Tennis Fundraiser and GFFN will sponsor the Tennis Tournament. 

  Members are invited to help during the day of the event, or to enter as a player.   Details will be available in the upcoming month. 

  GFFN is proud to support our local schools.  Contact  ClaireAbbott1@yahoo.com if interested in participating. 

  
  

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• Group Outing- National Cathedral Tour and Tea

  • When
    Tuesday, May 21, 2019
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    1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    National Cathedral
  • Spaces left
    30

  Group Outing - National Cathedral Tour and Tea

  Tea and Tour at National Cathedral:  Tuesday, May 21

  • Enjoy an in-depth docent tour, “Women in Glass and Stone” at 1:30pm
    
  • Followed by traditional English tea, with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington
  • 7th floor Pilgrim Observation Gallery at 2:45

  
  

  Registration will open on April 15th.  This event is limited to 30 members.  Registration will close when the event is full or on May 3rd.

  Cost: $36.00, non-refundable (however you can find a replacement if you can't go)

  Meet at Great Falls library at 12:15; carpool drivers needed

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Bunco

  • When
    Wednesday, May 22, 2019

  BUNCO

  BUNCO is a fun game with food, wine and wonderful conversations. No experience is necessary in order to play.  If you would like to join the BUNCO group, please update your Member Profile /Interest Group to include Bunco.  For questions email Ellen Johnson at ektjohnson@gmail.com

  
  

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• S.m.A.R.T. Forum May Luncheon

  • When
    Tuesday, May 28, 2019
  • Location
    Chez Karen Ryan, 10900 Thimbleberry Lane, Great Falls VA 22066

  
  

  
  

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• All Kinds of Needles

  • When
    Tuesday, June 04, 2019
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  
  

  
  

  All Kinds of Needles will meet on Tuesday, June 4th. Location to be determined. For additional details, please contact Susan Falkson <susan.falkson@gmail.com>.
  

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• Wednesday Morning Book Club

  • When
    Wednesday, June 05, 2019
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    10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  
  

  The Wednesday Morning Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 10:30 am to Noon. Please contact RayLynn Oliver for additional details <raylynnoliver@hotmail.com>

  
  

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• Thursday Evening Book Club

  • When
    Thursday, June 06, 2019
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  The GFFN Thursday Evening Book Club meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm. Please join us for this month's meeting on June 6th. The meeting location varies. If you have questions or are interested in joining the group, please contact Kristin Mears at kamears@hotmail.co.uk

  
  

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• Bunco

  • When
    Wednesday, June 19, 2019

  BUNCO

  BUNCO is a fun game with food, wine and wonderful conversations. No experience is necessary in order to play.  If you would like to join the BUNCO group, please update your Member Profile /Interest Group to include Bunco.  For questions email Ellen Johnson at ektjohnson@gmail.com

  
  

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• Thursday Daytime Book Group

  • When
    Thursday, June 20, 2019
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Thursday Daytime Book Group

  
  

  
  

  On June 20th we’ll discuss Red Notice by Bill Browder, and on July 18th, we’ll review Educated by Tara Westover.
  

  The Thursday Daytime Book Group meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month from roughly 10 am to noon.  It is currently at capacity.  Please feel free to contact Jan Lane at jan.p.lane@gmail.com or Joan Pifer at joanspifer@mac.com if you have any questions.  Happy Spring to everyone! 

  
  

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Cocktail Party

  • When
    Saturday, June 22, 2019
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Magda Clyne's House in Great Falls

  Rooftop Fun at Ellen Johnson's in Reston Towne Centre!

  Bring an appetizer to share and a bottle of wine or champagne that you enjoy.  Remember, this is one Club event where your "Plus One" is welcome!

  If you are interested in hosting or have any questions, feel free to contact Julie Casso or Roz Drayer.

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• Bunco

  • When
    Wednesday, July 10, 2019

  BUNCO

  BUNCO is a fun game with food, wine and wonderful conversations. No experience is necessary in order to play.  If you would like to join the BUNCO group, please update your Member Profile /Interest Group to include Bunco.  For questions email Ellen Johnson at ektjohnson@gmail.com

  
  

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• Thursday Daytime Book Group

  • When
    Thursday, July 18, 2019
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Thursday Daytime Book Group

  
  

  
  

  On June 20th we’ll discuss Red Notice by Bill Browder, and on July 18th, we’ll review Educated by Tara Westover.
  

  The Thursday Daytime Book Group meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month from roughly 10 am to noon.  It is currently at capacity.  Please feel free to contact Jan Lane at jan.p.lane@gmail.com or Joan Pifer at joanspifer@mac.com if you have any questions.  Happy Spring to everyone! 

  
  

  
  
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Annual Kick-Off Luncheon

  • When
    Friday, September 13, 2019
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    11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    River Bend Country Club

  
  

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• End of Year Luncheon

  • When
    Friday, May 15, 2020
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    11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    L'Auberge Chez François

  
  

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• Test event

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    Saturday, February 11, 2023

  
  

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• test event 2 - simple

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    Thursday, February 23, 2023

  
  

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