September 7, 2026
Dear BNC Members,
Happy Fall, y’all! We’re excited to gather again for our first General Meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in Murrow Hall at Trinity United Methodist Church Community Center. The Hospitality Committee welcomes donations of “treats” for the pre-meeting social.
Featured Speaker- Our speaker will be Howie Franklin. Howie Franklin, U.S. Airforce retired, is the airport director of Cape Fear Regional Airport. Howie went on the serve on the crew of Air Force One. He would become the first flight attendant in history to serve five presidents on Air Force One.
Table Topic Guests - Our Table Topic Guest will be Lois Moore from Encore Creativity for Older Adults. The Encore Choir in Southport sings Broadway songs, is low pressure and good for both experienced and inexperienced singers. The choir is directed by Lois. New members are welcome. Visit their website to learn more: Encore Creativity | Creativity for Older Adults
Membership
If you haven’t yet mailed your membership form and dues, please download and complete the form before the meeting and bring it with your payment ($20 per person, cash or check payable to BNC) to the membership table. The updated membership form can be found on our website: Membership Form.
August and September Birthday Raffle:If your birthday was in August or is in September, don’t forget to fill out a raffle ticket at the membership table for a chance to win BNC Bucks for future events! BNC Birthday Bucks can be used for a BNC event that you are asked to write a check written to BNC: Membership, Lunch Bunch, Social events that are not refundable RSVP deposits, Singles events, Wine Tasting events, Special Interest events that are not payable to a Foundation.
Upcoming Activities & Sign‑Ups
Our committees have been busy planning activities for the coming months. Here are some you can sign up for on the 15th—remember to bring cash or checks:
Wine Tasting
- Stop by our table for upcoming details.
Lunch Bunch
- American Fish Sunset Dinner-Tuesday, September 22, 5:00 p.m. $26 (RSVP by 9/15)
- Prost Bier Garten, Wilmington— Tuesday, October 13, 11:30 a.m
Social
- American Fish Sunset Dinner-Tuesday, September 22, 5:00 p.m. $26 (RSVP by 9/15)
- OctoberFest@ The Golf Barn- Sunday, October 25, 4-7p.m. $15
- Music Bingo @ The Crossroads Gathering Place-November 19 5-7p.m. $20 deposit
- Holiday Cheer Cocktails for Ten-Friday, December 11 6:30 pm $20 deposit Hosts needed
Special Interest
- Fort Caswell Historical Walking Tour-Thursday, September 24- (50 minutes) 9:30am, $10.00, 10 person minimum
- Fort Caswell Eco Kayak tour-Wednesday, October 7- 2:30-3:30pm $15, max. 20 people
Singles
- Wine Tasting Social @ Back Home Butcher-Wednesday, September 23, 3-5pm
- Salty Olive Tasting Social— Tuesday, October 27, 6:00-7:30 p.m. $21.35 per person
✈️Travel Opportunities
Domestic Travel – Multi-Day
Overseas Travel
- Mekong River Cruise:Vietnam, Cambodia, Angkor Wat January 31-February 14, 2027(Outstanding Adventure Travel — 800-955-1925, Group G7-27422, Adventure Travel with O.A.T. | Overseas Adventure Travel | The Leader in Small Group Travel and Small Ship Adventures)
- Holland and Belgium in the Springtime, March 27-April7, 2027 (Grand Circle Cruise Line-800-221-2610, group G7-27422, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, & Land Tours | Grand Circle Travel & Grand Circle Cruise Line
- Cruising the Islands of the Aegean,October 19-29, 2027 (Outstanding Adventure Travel — 800-955-1925, Group G7-27422, Adventure Travel with O.A.T. | Overseas Adventure Travel | The Leader in Small Group Travel and Small Ship Adventures)
Give Back to Brunswick
This month we’re supporting Matthew’s Ministry Food Pantry. Requested donations include: pasta, pasta sauce, Chef Boyardee items, tuna and canned/pouched meats, soups, canned fruit and vegetables, Hamburger Helper, cereals, peanut butter, jelly, ramen noodles, granola bars, oatmeal, crackers, rice, and more. Please, no glass containers.
Happy Fall! Keep an eye on our BNC Facebook page and BNC website for more updates.
Best regards,
Kathleen Ragan
President, BNC
