The Really Serious Book Club met at the home of Mary Crowl and digested the book Gene by Siddhartha Mukharjee. This is a comprehensive history of the discovery and current research on genes. The extent of environmental influence on genetic inheritance was discussed as presented in the book. The review was an opportunity for the members with … [Read more...]
Page Turners Book Club: The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes
February 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
This month both of the afternoon Page Turners groups are discussing Julian Barnes’ novel The Sense of an Ending which was published in 2011 and awarded the Man Booker Prize. The judges took only a brief 31 minutes to name it the winner, calling it a “beautifully written book,” that “spoke to humankind in the 21st Century.” In the words of one … [Read more...]
Women’s Golf: February 2018 Update
February 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Five Niguel Shores lady golfers played January 8 at The Ranch in Laguna Beach—Irene McDonald, Catriona Sigsby, Julie Patton, guest Karen Condino who was visiting for the winter months from Michigan, and prospective new member Cindy. Players used the best drive of the group on each hole and then played their own ball in for an individual score. … [Read more...]
Women’s Club Luncheon: February 8, 2018 at 12:00 in the Clubouse
January 31, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Members and guests met for our monthly luncheon on January 11 at noon in the Club House to start off the New Year with a record-setting attendance. With lots of enthusiasm, President Lydia Reese reminded us of the purpose of our club: Friendship, Fun, and Service. She introduced new members and guests, as well as our speaker Dr. Dung Trinh, Chief … [Read more...]
Men’s Golf: February 2018
January 31, 2018 by Leave a Comment
While much of the U.S. was freezing, we were enjoying a warmer than normal January. Great golf weather. Many of our golfers traveled during the holidays and were glad to get back home. We had our first outing of the year at Talega Golf Course in San Clemente followed by outings to Oak Creek in Irvine and Tijeras Creek in Rancho Santa … [Read more...]
Women’s Golf: January News
January 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The Niguel Shores lady golfers played on the morning of December 11 at The Ranch at Laguna, and the group of seven then “spruced up” and headed to their holiday luncheon for an afternoon of festivities! Golfers included Judy Boitano, who captained the day’s game, Pam Strayer, Val Mitchell, Irene McDonald, Catriona Sigsby, Julie Patton, and our … [Read more...]
The Really Serious Oreo Book Club: Gene by Siddhartha Mukherjee
January 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Our next meeting will be January 17. We will discuss The Gene by Siddhartha Mukherjee, a fascinating study of the history of genetics starting with Mendel and moving to the present day. The scientific advances and ethical issues we will confront should make for lively discussion. If you would like to join our intellectual explorations, please … [Read more...]
PageTurner’s Book Club: Captains and The Kings by Taylor Caldwell
January 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The Monday afternoon and Thursday afternoon groups of Page Turners will meet January 22 and January 25 to discuss the novel Captains and The Kings by Taylor Caldwell. “The saga of young Joseph Armagh, recently of Ireland, who promised his dying mother to care for his younger siblings . . . Joseph’s determination carries him through years of … [Read more...]
Garden Club: December Recap
January 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment
T’was the week before Christmas when all through Niguel Shores, lots of creatures were stirring and even several more. The wreaths were hung on the entrance gates with care in hopes that none would accidently fall down there. The office staff were nestled in their comfortable chairs with visions of complainers still in their hair. Marla and Ivy had … [Read more...]
Women’s Club Luncheon: January 11, 2018 at 12:00 in the Clubhouse
January 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Our Holiday Party on December 14 opened with members, spouses and guests arriving at the stroke of 5:00 for this muchanticipated annual event. Entering the Clubhouse was like visiting a winter wonderland. The fragrant boughs of pine and fir trees, sparkling snowflakes, carved wooden deer and cheerful black and red “buffalo check” tablecloths set … [Read more...]
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