(Gulf Shores)

The South Baldwin Newcomers’ Club welcomed Board Certified GYN/Urogynecologist, Dr. Michael J. Coyle to their monthly luncheon as the speaker. Dr. Coyle’s medical practice is in Florida where he has been named Chief of Staff at Santa Rosa Medical Center for 2012-2014.Dr. Coyle holds specialties in pelvic reconstructive surgery, urinary incontinence, minimally invasive surgery, minimally invasive body contouring and natural bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.

I think I speak for everyone at the luncheon when I say that we found the information that Dr. Coyle was able to share with us fascinating and very timely. His humorous and engaging speaking style was just a bonus! Dr, Coyle possesses that rare ability of being able to share accurate, succinct, and understandable information sprinkled with large doses of humor.

Dr. Coyle’s reassuring and caring “bedside manner” put many audience members so at ease that many women were able to share personal experiences that at one time they may have been too embarrassed to discuss even in private. If you ever have an opportunity to hear Dr. Coyle speak, you are in for a treat! For more information on Dr. Michael J. Coyle go to www.progressivewomenshealth.com.

(Orange Beach)

(Gulf Shores)

(Orange Beach)

The South Baldwin Newcomer’s Club held their annual fundraiser event, "Treasures & More", on Wed, April 6, at the Orange Beach Community Center.  The event was a great success featuring a silent auction, local market, raffle and a fabulous luncheon.. Thanks to all who made this years’ event possible. Pictured from (left to right) are Barbara Suberi, Ways & Means Chairperson; Priscilla McDonough, SBNC President; Dot Larrimore, 1st Vice President & Luncheon Chairperson; and Jan Gormley, Raffle Chairperson.

The SBNC’s May luncheon will be held at Nolan’s Fine Dining in Gulf Shores on May 3. For reservations please call Sharon Ramirez at 975-1258 or Priscilla McDonough at 980-1604.

(Gulf Shores)

The South Baldwin Newcomer’s Club (SBNC) is planning their Annual Charity Fundraiser, “Treasures & More” to be held on April 6 at the Orange Beach Community Center on Canal Road from 11:00am to 2:00pm.  This event will be open to the public this year.  It includes a delicious luncheon, a silent auction with “Theme” Baskets and Gift Certificates, a “Local Market” showcasing the talents of local residents, and a raffle drawing with some very special items such as, a 13.8 carat Blue Topaz Gemstone with a $200 Gift Certificate for mounting from Manning Jewelers, a Sony E-Reader, and a Half-Day Coastal Fishing Trip provided by Capt. Doug Harrall.  The cost of the event is $20.00 per person and reservations are required.  Tickets can be purchased at Think Outside..located at 3947 Gulf Shores Pkwy (Magnolia Place) or by calling  Sharon Ramirez at 975-1258 or Priscilla McDonough at 980-1604.  Members pictured with some of the “Theme” Baskets, are from left to right; Sharon Ramirez, Nancy Ruback, Barbara Suberi, Priscilla McDonough, and Marinda Barbaree.

Although SBNC is better known for its social component, the members are also concerned about the community in which they live.  With close to 300 local and newcomer members, the Club successfully raised $19,000 in 2010, which was distributed to 17 local charities, and three $1000 student scholarships.  This year the Club hopes to do as well or better, despite the economic and environmental difficulties our community has experienced over the past year, because the need is much greater.

(Gulf Shores)

The new "Elli Bistro" restaurant located at Pelican Place Shopping Center, hosted the February luncheon for the South Baldwin Newcomer's Club on Tuesday, February 1.  The club had a record 130 members and guests attend the event.  The meal was delicious and the conversation enjoyable.

The guest speaker this month was local author and journalist, Fred Garth.  Mr. Garth has been involved with numerous sport's related magazines, newspapers, and films.  He has also written three novels, one of which is a fiction about 3 young boys growing up in the Perdido Bay area during the 50's & 60's.
He is currently working on another novel, which is the second of his series called Perdido.  Pictured in the photo with Mr. Fred Garth, is 2nd Vice President Nancy Ruback.

The SBNC's March 1st luncheon will be at the Aji Sai Asian Cuisine at the Gulf Shore Publix shopping center.  For more information and/or reservations, please call Priscilla McDonough at 251-980-1604.

(Gulf Shores)

The South Baldwin Newcomer’s Club will hold their February luncheon at the “new” Elli Bistro Restaurant, which is located at the Pelican Place Shopping Center in Gulf Shores.  The luncheon will be held on February 1, with the doors opening at 11:00am, and lunch to be served at 11:30am.  The featured speaker, will be local author and journalist Fred Garth.  Everyone is welcome whether you are new in the area or not.  To make a reservation, please contact the club President, Priscilla McDonough at (251) 980-1604.

(Orange Beach)

The November 2nd luncheon of the South Baldwin Newcomers' Club was held at Guy Harvey restaurant at the Wharf in Orange Beach.  All members and guests enjoyed wonderful entrees and great conversation.  Each club member was asked to bring a food pantry item to be divided between the Christian Service Center in Gulf Shores, and the Ecumenical Ministries in Foley.  Pictured with some of the food items are (left to right):  Club President, Priscilla McDonough; Services/Charities Person, Janice Moss; and the Director of Ecumenical Ministries, Pamla Meredith.

This month's speaker was Joi Laurendine, the Event Coordinator of the Oak Hollow Farm in Fairhope.  She spoke about the varies events and activities that are available at the Farm; including horseback riding, hay rides, pheasant hunting, and they also have weddings and all types of receptions.  Those pictured are from (left to right):  Club President, Priscilla McDonough; Jennie Rikard, Oak Hollow Farm Event Coordinator, Joi Laurendine; and Pamela Baker.

Instead of a December luncheon next month, on December 4th the club will hold their annual Christmas Party at the Orange Beach Senior Activity Center.  For information, please call Priscilla McDonough at 980-1604.  Reservations are required.

(Orange Beach)

On October 22, members of the South Baldwin Newcomers' Club met at the Orange Beach Senior Activity Center for a Bunco Party.  Good food and fun was had by all and over $600 was raised for local charities.  The two members pictured are:  On the left, winner for most Buncos, Donna Malin; and on the right, Sylvia Howland winner for the most losses.  If you are interested in more information about SBNC, call Priscilla McDonough at 980-1604.

"South Baldwin Newcomers Club Members Making a Difference in our Community"

Members helping with the 2010 Coastal Clean-Up, are left to right:   Nancy Ruback, Barb Suberi, Mavis Gross, Pat White, Donna Malin, Nancy Schmitt, Gale Pond, Shirley Mooney and Gary Malin.

Photo submitted by Patricia Welty