Thursday, January 31, 2008

Craft's Group

Next meeting will be on Feb 12 and March 2 at 2 PM at Suzanne De Haes’ home (Kannan Apts. 4B, Chamiers Road, 40, 2nd Lane, Ganapathy Colony, Alwarpet).
Please contact Suzanne at 98409-83138 for more information.

Sunday, January 27, 2008

Playgroup Schedule

All timings are: 3.00 - 5.30pm

29th January

Melissa Foster's Home:Lilypond stAkkarai(opposite side of rd to Lisa Reardon's old place)my mobile. 9840660300
You go down the East coast rd till you get to the Sholinganalur turnoff in Akkarai. Dont take theturnoff but do a u turn instead as if you are going back to Chennai on ECR, then take first left directlyafter u turn down lilypond st,then first right we are the white house on the left. There are only 2 housesin the street. Park anywhere out the front there is lots of room.Bring mosi repellant for the garden.



5th Feb

AISC American International School, Taramani, Children's playground.Please bring OWC membership cards. Parking outside for non-school parents.12th FebMia's house12/13 First Street, KrishnapuriBishop Garden Ext. 600028Chennai tel: +91 994 0656 325

19th Feb

Paula and Eliya's houseFlat E401, Greyshott Apartments, No. 4 Bishop Garden Extn., RA Puram. Phone: 43203693 or 9940033270Thursday



28th Feb
(playgroup rescheduled to thursday this week only as it's Hagen's birthday)Nathalie's HouseNo. 9, 3rd Seaward Rd.K.G. Valmiki Apts.Apt. 4Valmiki NagarThiruvanmiyurOpposite the Cheshire Home and near Singapore Shoppee Phone: 98841877



14th March

AISC American International School, Taramani, Children's playground.Please bring OWC membership cards. Parking outside for non-school parents.11th MarchDalina's House16C Casuarina DriveNeelankarai98409 62375 (turn left at sign Belle Vue XI XXII)

Thursday, January 24, 2008

For Sale

2 iron chairs (incl. cushions)
Ideal for Guestroom or a Terasse
Each R 2500.Please call Tatjana 99400 30488

MahJong Update

Norah McParlane is moving from Chennai. A huge thanks to her for coordinating the Mahjong group. We will be working on setting up something to continue playing.
If you are interested in playing please send an email to Julie Rich at jjhoneg@yahoo.com or Stephanie Thompson at srthompson917@hotmail.com and we will start working to coordinate the next date and place.

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

February Tiffin Club

Friday 22nd Feb at 11.30

Susan Hopper is hosting at her home and the theme is Italian.

It will be in the format of a potluck lunch. Please bring your favourite Italian dish and copies of the recipe on the day. You can also email the recipe to me for inclusion in the Tiffin Club emails.
The numbers are limited, so please sign up early. (Sign up essential!!)

Contact me for sign up and further details. Sejal Wasani9884052575

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

President's Message

Greetings Ladies!
I hope this finds everyone well. We had a lovely meeting early January with a speech given by Jo Frogbrook with “Hints and Tips for Surviving Madras.” I think those of us there, even the ‘old timers’ got quite a bit out of the talk! Hopefully, you will find the information useful. If you were unable to attend, please contact me or someone from the Membership Committee. We’ll be happy to email you a copy!
Our next event will be the Garden Tea hosted by the Japanese Consulate. Lan has graciously agreed to let us enjoy her lovely garden and get a taste of Japanese culture. There will be an Ikebana demonstration, Japanese Tea Ceremony, and even possibly learn how to make sushi rolls! Tickets are limited for this event – so please contact someone on the executive committee to secure one.
I look forward to seeing you there!
Sincerely,
Stephanie Thompson
President

Saturday, January 19, 2008

Experienced Driver and Car

The following message is from former OWC member, Natasha Nolte:

We are leaving Chennai once again. Our driver, Sekar, who owns his own car, is looking for a new family to work for.

I can’t speak highly enough of Sekar; he is a reliable, experienced, safe driver. He is one of the few people here who never exasperated, annoyed or let me down (and that's saying alot!). Sekar worked for our family for several years, during which time he proved to be an invaluable asset. He has always been punctual, reliable, honest and respectful. Besides being a driver, he has been a babysitter, electrician, plumber and all round Mr. fix-it to our family. He is wonderful with children, and our son Lorcan absolutely adores him.

In between our stints in Chennai, Sekar has also worked for Suzanne and Trevor Townsend and the Yamamoto family. He has excellent references from both families and both highly recommend him.

Sekar’s car is a 2001 Ambassador Grand, which we originally owned. The car is quite roomy and comfortable, and Sekar keeps it in immaculate condition and good running order. Our family loved riding around in the Ambi, finding it quite stylish and retro.

Sekar can be contacted on 988 464 3429. The person who gets Sekar will be extremely happy with him!

Friday, January 18, 2008

Book Club Lives!

After a hiatus of a few months, book club is back.
A Life Less Ordinary by Baby Halder

Tuesday, February 19th
12:00 social chat
12:30 book discussion

Natalie's house
No. 9, 3rd Seaward Road
K.G. Valmiki Apts.
Apt. 4
Valmiki Nagar
Thiruvanmiyur

Opposite The Cheshire Home (Drop in if you have time to see the kids and the girls at their work. They make wonderful bags, keychains and purses).

No pot luck this time, but please RSVP so I know how many to cook for. 9884187761

Garden Tea




Wednesday Feb. 13 - 11am-2pm. Theme - Japanese Tea. Hosted by Japanese Consulate. Get your tickets today. Donation Rs.500. Contact Stephanie Thompson for tickets. Limited Seats - please call early!

White Elephant Sale


Have items in your home that you no longer use? Clothes that have "Shrunk" in the closest? Donate them to our White Elephant sale which will be held at the Garden Tea. Drop off points are with Stephanie Thompson and Jo Frogbrook. Please contact them with any questions.

New Member Coffee Morning


Feburary 20, 10am at Anokhi. Please contact Ruth Subramanium with any questions. This is a great way to meet new people and network!

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Highly Recommended Housekeeper Available for Immediate Start

An experienced and excellent housekeeper is available to start work immediately.
Soloman is a very reliable young man that is extremely hard working, always punctual, speaks very good english and does an excellent job around the house. He has been working as a housekeeper for many years and will be able to help sort out any daily household problems you may face.
He does not expect or ask for anything extra and has never taken time off sick. He is also more than willing to help with some cooking if required.
If you or any of your friends are looking for a first class housekeeper, please do not hesitate to either contact Soloman directly on 99419 31606, or Candy on 98846 11174 or via email at candy@thehouseofwong.co.uk for further details.

Wednesday, January 09, 2008

Majong Update

MJ is cancelled for tomorrow. Next Thursday January 17 will be on at 1.30pm at Norah's home.
Norah McParlane103B The Laurels59 & 60 C P Ramaswamy RoadAlwarpetChennai 600018INDIA Home Phone: +91 44 42658791Mobile: +91 9952 085 099

Wednesday, January 02, 2008

Executive Committee

President:
Stephanie Thompson 99401-01343 Srthompson917@hotmail.com
Secretary: Ruth Lauge 98402-35222 rlauge@gmail.com
Treasurer: Lakshmi Chockalingam 98400-41541 lakshmu@yahoo.com
Membership: Jennifer Arun 098803-99490 jenkdouglas@gmail.comMaryann Nicholson 98416-08078 maryannnicholson@tx.rr.comJulie Rothwell 98415-96263 stuart.rothwell@wwinc.co.ukRuth Subramanian 2257-6452 ruths@mani-ruth.comLinda Talluto 98415-71091 Linda.talluto@suntrust.com
Social Welfare: Eleonor Daruwalla 2498-6927 n.eleonor@gmail.com Aruna Vijaykumar 2453-0556 Vijay_n@yahoo.comMaureen Hudson Murari 2641-3027 hmmaureen@hotmail.comFrancoise Queval 2449-1045 quevalf@md4bsnl.net.inVijaya Rangarajan 98410-99363 vijaya_raghu@hotmail.com
Newsletter: Jennifer Arun 098803-99490 jenkdouglas@gmail.com
Entertainment: Susanna Jones 99404-08524 slthompson@hotmail.comTania Redman 98413-53860 Tania_redman@hotmail.com
Children’s Committee: Youngmi Kim 99400-19021 plurplur@gmail.comPlaygroup: Reena Nirula 98840-27722 reena.nirula@talk21.com
Ladies Who Lunch: TBA
Tiffin Club: Sejal Wasani 98840-52575 sej173@yahoo.co.uk
Book Club/Blog: Natalie von Hoffmeister 98841-87761 natalievh@gmx.net
Crafts Group: Suzanne de Haes 98409-83138 suzannevdw@yahoo.com