Victoria Brown
Current membership chair of the EPWC. I am a retired registered nurse. I am an avid cyclist, hiker and cross country skier. I am the current president of the Eagle Point Friends of the Library and the coordinator of the EPWC Culinary Arts group.
More Photos From December, 2024, Sip and Dip
Thanks to Lori Miles and Brigitte Lemmerman for the great photos in the two posts of December, 2024, Sip and Dip. Lots of smiles and holiday spirit on display.
There Was Some High-Stepping Holiday Fun at the December, 2024, Luncheon
54 EPWC members and guests gathered in the beautiful ballroom at Rogue Valley Country Club to enjoy a festive holiday luncheon and program. The Broadway Boomers, a dance troupe of older adults, had the whole audience tapping their feet and humming along with the great showtune music. The dancers performed 5 routines choreographed to a […]
Santa Claus Came to Town for December, 2024 Sip and Dip
32 EPWC members donned their favorite holiday sweaters and tops and gathered in the great room at the Butte Creek Mill for some wine, food and merriment. Becky Newell, host for the gathering, brought along a very jolly Santa Claus who doubled as a bartender. Some guests got in a little holiday shopping at the […]
Culinary Arts Visits the South Pacific at November Luncheon
It was a cool, rainy day for the November meeting of the Culinary Arts group at the home of Viki Brown with Gerene Leffingwell serving as co-host. Vike had done a cruise in the South Pacific in January, so that is how the theme was chosen. Some pareos (bright-colored, patterned sarongs) that Viki brought back […]
A New Era for Sip and Dip
The super-popular Sip and Dip activity group is close to celebrating its 3rd anniversary and one big change happened in November. The group has been meeting monthly in the homes of volunteer hosts and due to the large numbers of people wanting to attend, a bigger venue made sense. The November gathering took place in […]
EPWC Board Meeting Scheduled for January 6, 2025
The Board of the EPWC will meet at 9:30 am on January 6, 2025 at the Eagle Point Branch Library. Members are welcome to attend. Some topics to be discussed will be Board members for the 2025-2027 term and plans for the 20th anniversary celebration.
New Activity Group “Bonkers” Opens on November 15
Beginning next week, EPWC members will have one more fun activity group to participate in. Mary Harper will be coordinating a fun new card and dice game named “Bonkers”. It is similar to Bunco as it is played at rotating tables of 4 and has pretty simple rules. The first meeting will be on Nov. […]
October Sip and Dip was a Howling Good Time
Kris Howard, the queen of Halloween, hosted 25 EPWC members for October Sip and Dip. Kris is famous for her elaborate Halloween decorating in her home and her guests helped out by dressing up as a variety of crazy characters. Appetizers also had a Halloween theme with pumpkin-shaped cheese balls, a Frankenstein guacamole mold with […]
October Couples 313 Group Enjoys a Cozy Fall Gathering
Vince and Linda McElmurry opened their home to a cheerful group of friends and card players for a fun evening together. Everyone enjoyed some social time, a great potluck dinner and some lively 313 card playing. The evening was completed with awarding of prize money to the game winners and some delectable dessert. Big winners […]
EPWC Board Meeting- November 4, 2024 at 9:30 am, EP Branch Library
The Eagle Point Women’s Club Board will hold its regular meeting at 9:30 am on Monday, November 4, 2024, in the meeting room at the Eagle Point Branch Library. Members are welcome to attend the meetings. The meeting begins before the library opens, so you need to enter through the back door of the meeting […]
Bowlers Keep the Fun Going in October
It was a small group that turned out for bowling this month, but everyone had some laughs plus a few groans over missed opportunities. Charlie Allen (Teresa's husband) joined in the fun and also stepped in as photographer. Thanks to Lori Miles for organizing the group and for the photo. See you next month at […]
September Sip and Dip Chased Away those End of Summer Blues
Sandi Smith opened her home and patio to a large group of EPWC members to enjoy a beautiful fall day with some food, wine and friends. The theme was “End of Summer Blues” and every turned out looking “blue” but happy. Some special cupcakes and a rousing “Happy Birthday” serenade celebrated the birthday of Shirley […]
There’s Always a Winner at Couples 313
Sandi Smith and Barb Weber served as the hosts for the Septmnber, 2024 Couples 313 parties. Lots of good food, socializing and rousing card games filled the evening for both groups. Winners at Sandi’s home were: Jack Westrum, Virginia Felker, Kay Breithaupt and Mike Smith and the biggest loser was Wayne Breithaupt. At Barb’s home […]
Hikers Enjoy Some Fall Color Along the Rogue River
A small but mighty group of three EPWC hikers led by Viki Brown covered 6.6 miles on the Upper Rogue River Trail on Sept. 20. The weather was warm and sunny and the trail was shady and quiet. We all enjoyed the spots of fall color and the sound of rushing water in the river. […]
Culinary Arts Group Explores the Cooking of the Barefoot Contessa
10 EPWC members gathered at the home of Dianne Mihocko for an amazing lunch featuring the cookbooks of Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa. Ina has produced a number of cookbooks which feature food that she knows and loves. Hosts, Dianne Mihocko and Linda Haynsworth-Krueger selected the recipes for our menu from several of her cookbooks […]
EPWC Bowlers Have Some Labor Day Fun
A group of 6 EPWC members and one husband and a son joined the crowds at Lava Lanes in Medford for two games of bowling. Teresa Allen’s husband Charlie and Maryann Hartmann’s son, Daniel, joined in the fun. There were plenty of strikes and spares and lots of high fives to celebrate. The one sad […]
August Sip and Dip Group Styling in Shorts
Linda Harris graciously opened her home to 24 EPWC members all sporting shorts for August Sip and Dip. Rain was threatening to dampen the outdoor part of the gathering, but it held off until everyone was headed home. Good food and wine were shared by all and always plenty of friendly conversation. A big thanks […]
August Couples 313 Potluck Was Fun For All
Chuck and Joyce Todd opened their home to a great group of EPWC members and spouses and despite a few walkers and an arm brace, everyone had a fun time. Those lucky folks that took home some prize money included: Joyce and Chuck Todd, Mike Smith, Marilyn Westrum and Hans Smith. Thanks to the Todd’s […]
Hikers Hit the Fish Lake Trail
A perfect August day welcomed four EPWC hikers on a 6 mile hike on the Fish Lake Trail. Clear blue skies, absolute solitude and moderate temperatures made for wonderful hiking conditions. Chris Ann Parsosn, Marsha Long, Susan Potap and hike leader, Viki Brown carpooled up Hwy. 140 to the trailhead and marveled at the rushing […]
July 2024 Sip and Dip Shines in Red, White and Blue
We had one more chance to break out those partiotic red, white and blue colors this July for a fun Sip and Dip gathering at the home of Carol Rakestraw. Great appetizers, plenty of wine and lots of good company made for an enjoyable afternoon. Thank you to Carol for hosting us.
New Swoop Group Has First Gathering
EPWC member, Dianne Mihocko, has organized a brand new activity group named the "Swoop Group". Swoop is the name of a card game that is popular in groups and not difficult to learn. The group is now meeting on the second Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm in rotating host homes. July was the […]
July Ladies’ Dining Out Group Shares Birthday Celebration With Ida Tolmie
The Ladies Dining Out group enjoyed dinner at Miguel’s in Shady Cove on July 8th. A fun time was had by all with great drinks, food and laughter. We also celebrated Ida’s birthday with the entire staff singing and Miguel, the owner, joined in on the singing too!!! Ida adds special fun to any group. […]
Gobble, Gobble!! Melanie Harris Scores a “Turkey” at July Bowling Group
Six EPWC members met at Lava Lanes in Medford for the monthly bowling group outing. Melanie Harris came up with a "turkey" (3 consecutive strikes) which was celebrated with high 5's and lots of cheering. As always, everyone had lots of fun and got in some good practice. Thanks to Lori Miles for organizing and […]
Sunshine and Smiles at June Sip and Dip
What better way to spend a glorious summer afternoon than sipping wine, nibbling on goodies and enjoying good friends. The EPWC Sip and Dip group did just that at the home of Susie Roach. Everyone enjoyed Susie's beautiful patio and yard and her hospitality. Thanks to Susie for hosting and to Lori Miles for photos.
Lots of Bunco Fun in May
12 EPWC Dicey Bunco Group members gathered at the home of Joyce Todd for some high rolling bunco fun in May. Lady Luck was with Ida Tolmie, Lori Miles, Dianne Mihocko, Joyce Todd and Shirley Johnson who each took home a share of the $. Thanks to Joyce for hosting and to Lori Miles for […]
There’s Always a Winner at EPWC Bunco
The Dicey Bunco Group gathered at the home of Kristine Frey in June for some dice rolling, goodies and fun. There are always smiles from the money winners and everyone shares a good time together. Thanks to Kris for hosting, Carol for coordinating and Lori Miles for photos.
Hikers Visit Beautiful Waterfalls in June
An adventurous group of 7 EPWC members headed up Hwy. 62 to the Prospect area for enjoyable hikes to Mill Creek Falls and Barr Falls and the Avenue of Boulders. The falls were rushing with water and a beautiful sight to view. The group enjoyed a sack lunch and lots of fresh air and good […]
Check Out June Bowling Group Fun
Eight eager EPWC bowlers descended on Lava Lanes in Medford for two fun games of bowling today. Some strikes, some spares, some gutter balls, but always smiles and cheers for each other. A big thanks to Lori Miles for organizing the group and to ChrisAnn Parsons for the great photos. We’ll see you next month […]
May Sip and Dip In Full Bloom
Liz Crossman generously opened her beautiful back yard to 28 EPWC members for a fun Sip and Dip gathering. The theme for the month was “flowers” so there were blooms on hats, shirts, skirts in addition to all the pretty flowers in Liz’s yard. It was a beautiful day and the pool was blue and […]
May Couples 313 Potluck Goes to the Country
16 EPWC members and spouses ventured out to the country home of Charlie and Teresa Allen for a fun evening of food and cards. Everyone enjoyed the potluck, fun social time and card game. Money winners included Teresa Allen, Paul Lingren, Steve Weber and Susan Watson. Barbara Weber racked up the most points for the […]