Frolics and Fellowship

In order to raise money budgeted to support our mission programs, a committee of optimists has determined that we can both address our need to raise dollars to support missions AND enhance fellowship opportunities for our members and the broader community.

Frolics and Fellowship is a series of events that will stretch throughout the year. The Frolic offerings are designed to provide something for everyone.  They may be targeted to the whole family or kids/youth-only outings or formal adults-only events.  Members of our community can come together around shared interests.

If you didn’t get the opportunity to purchase Frolic tickets after worship on April 26, you will again have an opportunity to buy them in the Fellowship Center after worship this Sunday, May 3 and on Sunday, May 10. Please bring your checkbook. Or you may purchase them by contacting the church office: 609-896-1212 or office@pclawrenceville.org. Please note that no ticket sale is final until payment is received. We will be building a waiting list for some frolics in the hopes of creating a second offering. 

We are still looking for members who would be willing to sponsor an additional Frolic and Fellowship event.  The following are examples of potential Frolics.  Let your imagination go wild.  The following are a couple of samples to help your brainstorming:

Yoga and Fun for Kids  -Children between the ages of three and seven are invited to join kids’ yoga instructor and PCOL member, ________, for an exploration of movement, relaxation, music, and fun. This play-focused introduction to basic yoga principles is the perfect way for your little one to relax, center, and get the wiggles out.

Towpath Bike Ride and Picnic  - Come join the ______ family for a bike ride from Washington Crossing to Lambertville and back along the towpath by the beautiful Delaware River. Then enjoy a delicious picnic at the home of ________________ in Lawrenceville – and if it’s warm enough, take a dip in their pool!

General guidelines include the following:  We encourage each Frolic to raise at least $200; Frolic costs are covered by the sponsor; remember that several people can join forces to sponsor a Frolic; sponsors are responsible to find or supply venues for their events. The church reserves the right to approve the Frolics.

Please contact the church office if you are interested in creating a new frolic. You can find a form to use for frolic information by clicking here.  The deadline for all Frolic submissions is as soon as possible.

Frolics List

Below you will find some of the Frolics that have been submitted. We are still actively seeking additional frolics.

Chocolate! (The fifth basic food group) - Saturday, November 7, 2009

If you love chocolate, you will love this Frolic!  Featured: A buffet of chocolate desserts, a chocolate fountain, chocolate martinis, port.

Cost: $20 per person. Maximum of 20 people (age 21 or older only).

Time: starts at 7:30PM.

Location: The Conover home in Lawrenceville.

Outdoor Movie Night - Saturday, July 18, 2009

Join us for food and fun and an outdoor movie, Nim’s Island.  The Pawars, that fun family, will be hosting a family-friendly evening.  Come at 6:30 for a barbeque dinner and  outdoor play.  End the evening sitting on your favorite blanket, munching popcorn, watching the children’s classic, Nim’s Island.   In this movie a young girl inhabits an isolated island with her scientist father and communicates with the reclusive author of the novel she is reading (Jodie Foster is the author).  Children should be accompanied by an adult. BYOB - Bring Your Own Blanket.

Cost: $10 per person or $35 maximum per family. Maximum of 30 people.

Time: starts at 6:30PM for dinner and outdoor play, with the movie at dusk.

Location: The Pawar home in Lawrenceville.

Frolic Into Basket Weaving - Saturday, May 23, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Learn to weave a basket/tote in an all day class. Even if you've never done it before, you can make this basket. It's fun and it's a growing craft. It's really not as hard as you may think. Come join the fun.

You need to bring with you sharp scissors, small flathead screwdriver, pencil, bucket or dish pan.

(hosted by Susan Baker)

Cost: $35 per person for class and materials. Maximum of 10 people. NOT FOR SMALL CHILDREN

Time: 9am - 1pm

Location: The church

Knitting and Needlepoint UFOs and USOs - Thursday, September 17, 2009

Ann Garwig and Catherine Thomas will be offering a unique opportunity for knitters and needlepointers to address their UFOs – Unfinished Objects……and………… USOs – Unstarted objects. Bring along that project that you have long stared at.  Daunted by tackling a project?  Fear no more.  Bring it and get expert help on how to get started. Just can’t seem to finish a project that has languished in the bottom of the I’ll-get-to-it-bag?   Bring it and achieve closure. Your hosts will provide technical assistance, tea, tea sandwiches and sweets.

Cost: $25 per person. Maximum of 10 people

Time: Noon - 3PM

Location: The Manse

Diwali Party – The Festival of Lights - Saturday, October 17, 2009 SOLD OUT

What is a Diwali Party?  This Festival of Lights is a significant celebration in India and Nepal.  It is typically a five day celebration.  Ours will be just five hours of fun.

There will be authentic Indian food, music and a Henna tattoo artist will be there to adorn the participants.  A guest speaker will discuss what it was like growing up in India and moving among cultures.

Cost: $50 per person. Maximum of 15 people. Adults Only.

Time: Arrive by 7pm, runs to Midnight

Location: The Pawar home in Lawrenceville.

Fascinating Fiber Festivities Frolic - Saturday, July 11, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

In this Frolic we’ll explore the Wonderful World of Wool.  Ever wonder where yarn comes from?  Or why sweaters shrink when you put them in the washing machine?   Are there entire stores dedicated to the art of manipulating fiber?  Join us and find out!  We’ll provide everything you need to explore spinning and felting wool.

At this workshop you can visit “stations”  where you can learn how to:

• Use wet felting techniques to make balls, cylindrical beads, or a sheet of fabric
• Use needle felting techniques to make a design on a sweater or create a small three-dimensional object
• Try your hand at spinning wool, with either a wheel or a drop spindle
• Learn handy tidbits about fulling or felting knit garments or accessories.

Not crafty?  Not a problem.  The stunning colors of the wool and other materials ignite the imagination and just plain feel good to touch.  We’ll have lots of print materials on hand so you can peruse other people’s ideas and find inspiration.

Bring plastic dishwashing gloves if you have them, and a wool bag, sweater, or scarf if you’d like to needle felt a design on a garment.

(Hosted by Catherine Thomas and Kris Deni)

Cost: $30 per person (includes light snacks). Maximum of 10 people. Paying child participants over 6 years old are welcomed with a paying adult.

Time: 10AM - 1PM

Location: The Manse

See the Trenton Thunder from a Luxury Box - Saturday, June 13, 2009 BOTH DATES SOLD OUT

On Saturday, June 13, join us in a luxury skybox when the Trenton Thunder play the Binghamton Mets! Price includes skybox seat, refreshments, private visit from Boomer and Strike, and FIREWORKS!!

Thank you to Dr. Piazza and Piazza Chiropractic Clinic for donating the Luxury Suite!

(Coordinated by Robyn Campbell)

Cost: $30 per person. Maximum of 20 people. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult, and children 5 or older must be paid for.

Time: Game starts at 7:05pm.

Location: Waterfront Park in Trenton.

Make a woodworking hand plane with Jeff Vamos - Saturday, October 3, 2009 SOLD OUT

In this hands-on workshop, participants will make their own wooden hand plane—the kind you will use to take whisper thin shavings to produce a high quality, smooth surface on wood. Such planes are used by the finest furniture makers, and are an entrée to the higher pleasures of using hand tools. You will be provided with a high quality Hock blade, made especially for hand-made planes (see http://www.hocktools.com), as well as all materials for making the plane. This is also a chance to use some cool power tools, and get additional woodworking instruction, if you need. If you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced woodworker – or interested in starting woodworking – this is for you!

Cost: $120 per person. Maximum of 5 people. Price includes all materials including a $46 blade.

Time: 9am - 1pm

Location: The Manse basement.

Having Fun with Improv – Learning to be a Better Team Player - date pending

Improvisation is fun and has much to teach us about how to be in a constantly changing world and how you can enter any group or team and contribute.  This frolic will have folks practicing Improv and learning a few basic principles behind being good Improv/team players.  We will also try some experiential activities that will give us an opportunity to show our teaming skills.  All activities are based on the principle of “challenge by choice” meaning you decide to what degree you want to engage in any particular activity.  There will be little sitting and much action in this 3 hour frolic.  As a side bonus, you will get to learn more about and have fun with some of your neighbors in the PCOL, Lawrenceville area.

(Hosted by Rich McLaughlin)

Cost: $10.00/adult and $5.00 for kids 8-18.  $35 for families of four or more.

Time: 2pm to 5pm

Location: Fellowship Center at the church.

A Cool Night of Hot Dice! - Saturday, September 12, 2009 SOLD OUT

Come learn (or play, if you already know how) a fun, easy dice game called Hot Dice!  No special skills are needed – just the ability to roll 6 dice.  “Experts” will be assigned to each table of players to teach, help, and score the game.  Prizes will be awarded and everyone will receive a set of rules and dice to take home with them.  Delicious sandwiches, beer, wine, soft drinks, and dessert will also be served.

(Hosted by Jeanne Aicher and Judy Hocking)

Cost: $25 per person. Adults (21 or older) only. Maximum of 25 people

Time: 6pm to 10pm

Location: The Hocking house in Lawrenceville

A Stichin' Time - Saturday, July 11, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

No matter what your sewing skills are, you can create an adorable hand-embroidered t-shirt for that special little boy or girl in your life.  Carrie will take you through the process of personalizing a boring t-shirt step-by-step, from the use of stabilizer and iron-on patterns, to basic stitches (stem, split and satin) and finishing techniques.  Carrie will provide a variety of kitschy Jenny Hart designs from which to choose, but if you have one of your own in mind, please feel free to bring it.  You will be provided with a high-quality white t-shirt, stabilizer, embroidery floss, small embroidery hoop and a needle.  Shirts range in size from 2T to 5T; please indicate which size you want when you sign up for the frolic.  If you prefer a smaller size, or a onesie, please indicate as such when you sign up for the frolic.  Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Cost: $35 (price includes shirt, stabilizer, iron-on design of your choice, embroidery floss selection, embroidery hoop and needle) Maximum of 10 people ages 12 and up.

Time: 9am to Noon

Location: The Hotchkiss home in Lawrenceville

The Many Christianities of Jane Eyre - Sunday, July 12, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

From the preface to the second edition, Brontë positions her masterpiece as a treatise of the nature of religion. “Conventionality is not morality,” she tells us. “Self-righteousness is not religion.” Indeed, throughout the text, she presents characters who represent different points in the religious spectrum.

In our discussion, we will look at those different characters and discuss what arguments Brontë makes through them about how we ought to behave.

Also, Kris Deni will provide snacks.

Cost: $10 plus the text (available for free in full text online; WiFi will be available at the house) Maximum of 10 guests

Time: 1pm

Location: The Levandowski home in Lawrenceville (participants will receive the new address)

Back Yard Fun - Saturday, June 13, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Join us for an afternoon of fun in the back yard.  Pizza, make-your-own sundaes, running through the sprinkler and Slip n Slide.  Be sure to wear your bathing suit

Cost: $15 per child, maximum of 12 children. Parents of children 3 and under must stay.

Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm

Location: The Terry house

A Day at the Races - Saturday, May 16, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

We hope it won’t be like the Marx brothers’ movie, but that it will be a fun day.  Come and join 12 of your church friends at Philadelphia Park Horseracing.  We will carpool to the track (in Bensalem,PA) and a lovely picnic lunch with many goodies will be provided.  You can place your bets for the track or visit the casino.

(hosted by Roberta Gernhardt)

Cost: $30 per person. Maximum of 12 adults (21 and up only)

Time: To Be Confirmed later along with carpooling arrangements

Location: Philadelphia Park, Bensalem, PA

Single Malt Scotch Tasting - Friday, June 5, 2009 SOLD OUT

Come sample a selection of Single Malt Scotches.  Find out how they are made and what makes them unique

Cost: $50 per person. Maximum of 8 adults (21 and up only)

Time: 7 - 10pm

Location: The Moyer home, Yardley, PA

A Slow Food Cooking Demo and Dinner with Mario Mangione of Chamber’s Walk - Monday, June 15, 2009 SOLD OUT

Lawrenceville is already one of the hottest “slow food” destinations in the PA/NY/NJ area – and one of our storied local chefs will teach you how to use some of our locally grown, organic produce, meats and cheeses in your own meals.  Learn some new cooking techniques, and get a great meal to boot.  Chef Mangione is donating his time and all the food (provided by an anonymous donor) will be secured from local (“slow food”) vendors such as Cherry Grove Farm, Lawrenceville Bakery, Terhune Orchards and others.  Wine is also included.

(hosted by Jeff Vamos)

Cost: $55 per person. Maximum of 10 guests.

Time: 6pm

Location: Chamber's Walk Restaurant and Catering, Lawrenceville (across from the church)

“All for Fall” – cooking class, luncheon and wine tasting contest - Saturday, October 3, 2009

Professional chef, Anne Renee, will host a luncheon/cooking class featuring grilled meats from local farms, seasonal vegetables and salads from area farmers.  Lawrenceville Bakery will provide artisanal bread.  We will enjoy cheeses from regional cheese makers.  Fall fruits will make their way into classic pies for a finale.  Participants are encouraged to bring a favorite bottle of wine to vie against Pastor Jeff’s favorite vintages!

(hosted by Anne-Renee Rice Soumeilant and Michael Melamede)

Cost: $55 per person. Maximum of 30 adults (21 and older only).

Time: 12:30pm

Location: Princeton, NJ (address will be provided)

RUBIK’S REVIVAL!  Rather than repent, ROTATE! - Sunday, June 14, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Plan to spend 1 - 2 1/2 hours at this frolic.  You’ll need that much time to learn how to solve a completely mixed-up Rubik’s cube. Amaze colleagues.  Stun your friends/  Grow in your Geekdom with this surprisingly simple solution.

(hosted by Brent Ferguson)

Cost: $10 for instruction.  Also, bring your own cube or $10 to purchase a new cube on site.  No set limit on number of participants.

Time: 1pm

Location: Lawrenceville School Campus

Ice Cream Social and Bingo - Sunday, September 27, 2009

Make your own ice cream followed by Bingo.  Win fabulous prizes.  For adults and children.

(hosted by Fellowship Group: Koch, Fowler, Moulder, Yonan, Dallepazze, Madzy, Harbaugh, Goebel-Veale, Soumeillant)

Cost: $10 per person or $30 per family.  No set limit on number of participants.

Time: 1:30 pm

Location: Fellowship Center at the church

Flavors of Iberia - Saturday, June 6, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Enjoy the foods of Spain and Portugal – savory, sweet, hot, cold, some that may be familiar, some that may be new – something for everyone! 

Alcoholic (sangria, vinho verde, sherry and/or port) and non alcoholic beverages.

(hosted by Skip and Ruth Conover, Pam and Joey Quagliero)

Cost: $35 per person. Maximum of 16 guests (age 21 and older only)

Time: 6:30 pm

Location: The Conover house in Lawrenceville

The Day of the Dead Celebration/El Dia de los Muertos - Sunday, November 1, 2009

We invite you to join us for a fun afternoon celebrating El Dia de los Muertos. In America we celebrate Halloween, and in Mexico The Day of the Dead or El dia de los muertos is a happy celebration. Join our family in designing calaveras de azucar or sugar skulls. The calavera represents the playfulness of the death as they mimic the living and frolic amongst us. Enjoy tasting the bread of the dead or pan de muertos and make your own offerings to the altar de ofrendas. If you like Halloween celebrations… don't stop the party on Halloween night, and come celebrate with us el dia de los muertos on November 1st!!

Cost: $10 per person or $35 per family. Maximum of 20 children ages 7-12

Time: 2 - 4:30pm

Location: The Matos-Miranda house in Lawrenceville

Diversity Appreciation and Character Education - date pending

Join us for a leadership Training in Tolerance, Diversity and Character Education. Your middle schoolers (i.e. sixth, seventh, and eighth) will be trained to lead their peers through discussions and interactive exhibits about Positive Choices to Name Calling/Diversity Appreciation; Sensitivity to Persons with Disabilities; Darfur-Sensitivity and Empathy; Stereotypes-What they are and How to Recognize them; Computer Lab-Making Good Choices in School, Home and Life; Heroes Room-Kids Can Make a Difference; and many more interactive exhibits.

(hosted by Rossy Matos-Miranda and Lori Pawar)

Cost: $30 for the first and $25 for each additional family member. Maximum of 25 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Includes travel to and from the museum and lunch.

Time: pending

Location: KidsBridge Tolerance Museum on campus at The College of New Jersey

Artsy Baubles and Conversation (The ABC’s of a necklace making frolic!) - Friday, October 2, 2009

Ladies, have you ever walked through the ever-growing jewelry section at the craft store, filled with beautiful glass & ceramic beads & wished you could make something out of them? If so, then this is the frolic for you! Come join us for a ladies’ night out where you will learn how to make a personalized necklace and get your creative juices flowing as you make your own. Everyone will take home their one-of-a-kind creation that evening. We’ll also have some yummy munchies and wine/sparkling cider to enjoy as we create and converse.

(hosted by Jill Cifelli and Juila Kazan)

Cost: $25 per person. Maximum of 10 (ladies only).

Time: 7:30pm

Location: The Cifelli home in Burlington, NJ

Bike Ride - Saturday, May 30, 2009 (rain date May 31) NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Get fit and have lots of fun with a 16+ mile ride from the church to Washington’s Crossing and back.

We strongly recommend that all riders wear an approved helmet. There will be no “sag-wagon” support so bring an extra tire-tube and pump.  This is not a race and we expect to cruise at 12-13 mph.  The road back from Washington’s Crossing has a few moderately steep portions but nothing too strenuous.  If you’re thinking about doing this ride, please contact Tom Baker asap so we can get an approximate headcount of riders. 

(hosted by Tom Baker)

Cost: $30 per person. No limit.

Time: pending

Location: Starting and ending at the church

Flower Frolic - Saturday, October 24, 2009

Learn how to have your favorite bulb flowers bloom for a touch of Spring while enduring those cold, dreary winter months.  Award winning Philadelphia Flower Show Exhibitor will share her expertise.

(hosted by Colleen Exter-Huckel)

Cost: $15 per person. Limit of 15 guests.

Time: 10am - noon

Location: The Huckel home in Princeton

Gingerbread House - Saturday, December 5, 2009

Decorate a pre-made gingerbread house.  All candies and goodies supplied.

Cost: $15 per person. Limit of 15 guests.

Time: 9am - noon

Location: The Stauning home in Princeton Junction

Crop Til You Drop - Saturday, September 26, 2009

SCRAPBOOKING CROP - open house style

You can come for a couple of hours or stay the whole day. It's your choice. Brunch and dinner will be served. Vendors will be on site for your shopping pleasure and classes will be posted on the day of the crop to sign up (for additional cost). Any questions, please call. Anyone interested in teacher classes please contact me.

(hosted by Cara Taylor)

Cost: $20 per person. No limit - adults only.

Time: 10am - 8pm

Location: Fellowship Center

Southern Hospitality Dinner on the Lawn - Friday, May 15, 2009 NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Ever wondered what was behind the phrase "Southern Hospitality"? Well, here is your chance to experience it first hand ... in the Northeast. Come and enjoy tasty southern cuisine, further south Cuban Mojitos, and LIVE bluegrass music. Mary Alice Lyman will be offering Southern Fried Chicken. Grier and Rich will offer other Southern goodies such as Grier's Mom's Cheese and Garlic Grits. These are always a huge hit at seminary dinners.

(hosted by Rich Richards, Grier Booker-Richards, and Mary Alice Lyman)

Cost: $35 per person. Limit of 45 guests

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: The Wilfrid home