Where does the time go? I know so many of us ask that question, but can you believe September, 2010 is around the corner? September is a time we all remember for starting something again, like going back to school. Well, we may not be going back to school, but we do hope everyone will want to continue going to the monthly meetings and numerous activities of our Newcomers Club for another year. That is why I want to remind everyone that it's time to renew your memberships. Where else can you get so much for so little a price of $35.00? Our goal this year is to exceed 150 members and we are well on our way to accomplishing that. Please help us reach our goal. You can renew your membership at a meeting, or click on this link for a Membership Renewal Form and mail it with your check to the treasurer.

Please remember to get your Grant applications completed and sent to me, postmarked by September 30, so WNC can choose which Charities we will be supporting this year. Click on this link for a Grant Application . We would like to support those charities recommended by our members as well as those that would have an impact on our local community. I know many of you are passionate about certain causes and organizations, so let's hear from you.

Also, this is the last month for the WNC logo contest. We are anxious to adopt a new logo and to start using it on our website, pamphlets, and general information. Good luck to all our artists!

Finally, we hope to see many of you supporting our team, "The NewBees" in the Cape Fear Literacy's Spelling Bee at the Scottish Rite Temple on Thursday, Sept. 16, at 7:00pm. Remember there is a prize for "Best Cheering Section". We look forward to having a fun evening together.

Where does the time go? I don't know, but I hope y'all enjoy every day!

MJ Johnson