September 2006 Events
Phi-esta Kick-off PartyWhen? Thursday, September 28 at 7:00 p.m.
Where? 515 Scranton Ct., Alpharetta 30022
RSVP to: Linda Frassrand, 770-667-0596 or
lmfrass@comcast.netA wonderful opportunity to meet Atlanta-area Phis. If you're looking for an event to reacquaint yourself with the Alpha Phi sisterhood, this is a great place to start! There is no cost for this event, but please RSVP to Linda. Directions are printed in the Fall 2006 newsletter.
Lunch Bunch - AlpharettaWhen? Friday, September 8 at 11:45 a.m.
Where? Pure Taqueria, 103 Roswell Street, Alpharetta 30004, 678-240-0023
RSVP to: Crista Vasina, 770-752-1884.
crista.vasina@alunmae.alphaphi.org Lunch Bunch get-togethers are a fun and informal way to get to know some of your alumnae sisters. Join us as we try new restaurants and enjoy a break in the day!
RSVPs are not required, but they are helpful. For more info and to RSVP, contact Crista Vasina at crista.vasina@alunmae.alphaphi.org or 770-752-1884. Also, if you are interested in hosting a Lunch Bunch in another part of Atlanta, please contact Crista.
-Fall 2004 Events-
August 19 at 7:00 p.m. (Thursday)
Autumn heats up with our . Bring a non-Alpha Phi friend and have your name in a special prize drawing! Location: Alpharetta, Georgia. Contact
Teresa Gray for more details, to RSVP and for directions.
August 28 at 2:30 p.m. (Saturday) * Ivy Connection Event *
If you're a Phi who graduated in the last 10 years, consider joining ! We'll be meeting at Rock Bottom Brewery for our first meeting of the year. Come on out to meet new sisters and get reacquainted with others. The Rock Bottom Brewery is located at 3242 Peachtree Road NE, in Buckhead. RSVP to Sara Ashley at
sashleymu@hotmail.com .
September 16 at 7:00 p.m. (Thursday)
Become a gourment -- or at least take a step toward it with our event. Come join us as we have a special guest
to instruct us in the kitchen! RSVP by September 9. Location: Alpharetta, Georgia. Contact
Katie Szumowski for the scoop and directions. Please RSVP by September 9, 2004.
October 2, time TBD. (Saturday) * Ivy Connection Event *
If you're a Phi who graduated in the last 10 years, consider joining ! Join the fun at Wired & Fired, a trendy pottery playhouse.
You'll select a piece of unfinished pottery from the rack, then work your artistic magic to create a great souvenir or gift! Brushes and supplies are provided. Join your sisters for this fun, creative event. Wired & Fired is located at 994 Virginia Avenue, in Virgina Highlands, Atlanta. RSVP to Sara Ashley at
sashleymu@hotmail.com .
October 24, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. (Sunday)
Mark your calendars for our wonderful ! This annual gathering will be held at the Maggiano's Italian Restaurant at Perimeter. Join us for a delightful luncheon. Join us as we celebrate 132 years sisterhood.
flyer for more information. Maggiano's is located at 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road just off of Georgia 400 in Dunwoody. You must RSVP to hostess, June Ash Moore, at junebug@alumnae.alphaphi.com.
December 12 at 1:00 - 3:00 p.m./lunch; 3:00 - 6:00 p.m./volunteer
The holidays are just around the corner, which means it's time for our annual . What a fun holiday treat! We will enjoy a delicious lunch at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and then head over to the Festival of Trees to volunteer from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
You must RSVP for this event, as the Festival of Trees Volunteer Office will be making nametags for all volunteers. To reserve your place at this event, contact
junebug@alumnae.alphaphi.com. For other Festival of Trees volunteer opportunities, please contact
Teresa Gray.
Past Events
-Spring 2004 Events-
January 16th at 12:00 p.m.
Once again it's the tried and true . This fun group will meet at The Village Tavern located at 115555 Rainwater (off of Haynes Bridge Road). The Village Tavern's number is (770)777-6490.
Please note the new time: It is 12:00 p.m. SHARP!
Event Contact: RSVP to
Linda Frassrand via e-mail or by phone at (770)667-0596.
January 22th at 7:00 p.m.
Back by popular demand! Be true to Alpha Phi and your New Year's resolutions it's Bring a salad or dessert to share and a wrapped item that weighs one pound to be auctioned off. Examples of what you might bring: A pound of coffee, light bulbs; nuts; paper clips; sausage.
All proceeds raised will go to Alpha Phi Foundation. Don't forget single dollar bills to bid with! Come and have fun selling off your "unwanted" pounds or acquiring new ones. Crista (Cate) Vasina -- our very own IEB President -- is hosting this fun event. If you do not have Crista's address, send her an e-mail or give her a call.
Event Contact: RSVP to
Crista Vasina via e-mail or by phone at (770)664-5534.
January 29th at 11:30 a.m.
Why not spend the last Thursday of January with ? They'll be gathering at the McCormick & Schmick's seafood restaurant located at 600 Ashwood Parkway. You may call (770)339-9900 for directions.
Event Contact: Please RSVP to Jean Stanley via e-mail or by phone.
February 13th at 12:00 p.m.
The lovable will meet at The Roasted Garlic located off of Alpharetta Highway. Please note the new time: It is 12:00 p.m. SHARP! Come and get that desirable garlic breath for your significant other on the eve of Valentine's Day!
Event Contact: RSVP to
Linda Frassrand via e-mail or by phone at (770)667-0596.
February 19th at 7:30 p.m.
It's Italian night at Buca di Beppo with your sisters at the world-famous "Pope Table." Bring your appetite as it's a family-style dinner with lots of Chianti! The price will be fixed and will be announced later.
You must RSVP for this event -- very important! So mark your calendars and clear your stomachs for a feast to remember. Please gather at the bar.
Event Contact: RSVP to
Linda Frassrand via e-mail or by phone at (770)667-0596.
March 19th (time to be announced)
Celebrate being . This charity event will be the end all. Simply wear your wildest slippers, bring some cash and be thirsty!
You'll start the evening off by creating your very own personalized smoothie drink from FIVE different smoothie stations, while donating to The Heart Foundation. All the while sliding about in your slippers amongst the fine acdesoories from Southern Living at Home. All hostess proceeds from this Southern Living at Home event will go directly to Alpha Phi's Heart Foundation. E-mail Linda for directions to her home or for more details.
Event Contact: RSVP to
Linda Frassrand via e-mail or by phone at (770)667-0596.
- Fall 2003 Events-
September 2003
Celebrate being . This casual social gathering will feature an American chicken barbecue complete with red Classic Coca-Cola, white whipped cream on top of blueberry crisp! All that is needed is YOU and a side dish to share. Call or e-mail Mary Jane Egan at 678-566-0666 or
maryjaneegan@comcast.net for more details.
Paint a piece of pottery for the holiday season as a gift or for yourself at our Party. Wine will be provided. You decide on the cost based on the piece you select. Afterwards we will head over to the Sias restaurant for cocktails. RSVP by September 5 to
lmfrass@comcast.net or 770-667-0596.
October 2003
TGIF! The tried-and-true will meet at Bridgetown Grill located off of State Bridge and Medlock Bridge Roads in the Regal Cinema complex. Come join us for food and gab. Please RSVP to Linda Frassrand at
lmfrass@comcast.net or 770-667-0596.
Our next outing will be Friday, November 14, 2003.
Mark your calendars for our wonderful ! This annual gathering will be held at the Killer Creek Chop House. Join us for a delightful five-star bunch for only $16.00. Killer Creek is located at 1700 Mansell Road just off of Georgia 400 in Alpharetta. You must RSVP to hostess, Cynthia Carrese, at
caresse@netzero.net.
will gather for our second fall outing at Romano's Macaroni Grill located at 4788 Ashford-Dunwoody Road. Please drop Jean Stanley a line to tell her to make room for you.
November 2003
What could be more fashionable than lunch with your A-Phi sisters in Buckhead? Join downtown, Buckhead and Midtown dwellers, as well as those working in the area, for the . The 'Bunch' will gather at the South City Kitchen (which is actually in Midtown) at 1144 Crescent Avenue -- one block from Peachtree and 14th Streets. Please RSVP to Mary Ulich at
marulich@aol.com or 770-740-8535.
How often do you get to shop and do it for a good cause? Join in the fun and ! We will be shopping on Canton Street in Roswell to benefit the Atlanta Alumnae Panhellenic Association Scholarship Fund.
The Raiford Gallery, The Chandlery, V. Originals and The Bilt House are among the sponsors. For more information contact Libby Lindahl at 404-351-5853 or visit the
Atlanta Panhellenic's Scholarship information page.
The ever-popular will meet at J. Alexander's located off of Peachtree Parkway and Peachtree Corners. Come join us for food and fun. RSVP to Linda Frassrand
lmfrass@comcast.net or 770-667-0596.
Our next outing will be Friday, December 12, 2003.
December 2003
Join the .
The holidays are just around the corner, which means it's time for our annual . We will enjoy a delicious lunch at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and then head over to the Festival of Trees to volunteer from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
You must RSVP for this event, as the Festival of Trees Volunteer Office will be making nametags for all volunteers. To reserve your place at this event, contact Mary Ulich at
marulich@aol.com or 770-740-8535. If you are interested in volunteering for additional dates and times, you may contact Mary as well.
Upcoming - 2004
Back by popular demand! Be true to Alpha Phi and your New Year's resolutions it's Bring a salad or dessert to share and a wrapped item that weighs one pound to be auctioned off. Examples of what you might bring: A pound of coffee, light bulbs; nuts; paper clips; sausage.
All proceeds raised will go to Alpha Phi Foundation. Don't forget single dollar bills to bid with! Come and have fun selling off your "unwanted" pounds or acquiring new ones. Crista (Cate) Vasina is hosting this fun event. Please RSVP to her at 770-664-5534 or
crista.vasina@alumnae.alphaphi.org
Ivy Circle (Young Alumnae) Events
The Alpha Phi Ivy Circle is for Phis who have been out of college for less than 10 years. For more information regarding gatherings contact Sara Ashley at
sashleymu@hotmail.com
