SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- DECEMBER (12-18-16) 4:30PM

Tonight’s Menu: Jocelyn-Main, Maren-Glasses, app & side/ Julie-Salad/ Meriah- Dessert/Ali- Drinks

I. Discussion of Jocelyn’s Book (1 hour discussion): Beauty Queens by Libby Bray (405pgs)

-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $245.00
-Maren Owes $10 from last club regular attendance fee no penalties….

VI. Next Meeting: *******____________________
1. Book pick- (Ali’s) The Origin By Jessica Khouhy (313pgs)
2. Book pick- (Maren) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October
2. Do We have the hat- Ali has additions

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

November 20, 2016 Book Club Notes

Defending Jacob (Meriah’s Pick)
Discussion:
Meriah- Really liked it! Liked how it was written from the father’s point of view. Ending was crazy. Would recommend. 4/5
Ali- Really really glad I finished!!Most I’ve read in a day since collage, 250pgs. Liked how the case was built. Liked the two parent’s points of view. Hard to predict. Would recommend. 4/5
Jocelyn- Loved it!! Loved that it was written from the dad’s point of view. Loved all the law stuff and the writing style. The back and forth between past and present. Would definitely recommend. 4/5
Julie- Really enjoyed. Could be a miniseries or movie. Thought the book could have ended in Jamaica. Didn’t want to believe he did it, looking for the happy ending always. Roller coaster of a book. Would recommend. 4/5

Maren- PIE TO THE FACE

"It’s how kids are today. Arch and ironic."

Favorite Characters: Meriah- Andy and Duffy (the cop) Ali- Jonathon Cline (the Lawyer) Jocelyn- Andy Julie- The Grandfather (offered some comic relief)

$$$ Balance $245 Julie and Jocelyn Birthday club, no pay. Meriah paid $20 and Ali paid. Maren owes $10.

Next book club is Dec. 18th at Jocelyn’s house Book is Beauty Queens by Libby Bray 405pgs

Next pick is Ali’s…….The Origin by Jessica Khouhy 313pgs

Book Pick Order: Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn


Duties: Jocelyn-Main; Maren- Glasses/App and Side; Julie-Salad; Meriah-Dessert; Ali-Drinks

Dinner: Shrimp Cocktail, Chicken Pot Pie Casserole, Caesar Salad, Raspberry Cheesecake/Peanut butter Ice cream with Recess bits, Beer and Wine.

Announcements:
Julie- Peanut is official. Possible due date June 18th. Sick as SHIT. Parents met on Thanksgiving. Jocelyn- Loving the 40’s!!! Meriah- Hosting Thanksgiving. Cowboy’s Christmas is Dec.20th. Ali- Got a new tattoo. The Sea Witch. Going to Washington DC in Jan. to be a part of history.
Maren we missed you!!!!!!

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- NOVEMBER (11-20-16) 4:30PM

Tonight’s Menu: Meriah-Main, Maren-glasses/side & app/Julie-drinks, Jocelyn-salad, Ali-Dessert.
I. Discussion of Meriah’s Book (1 hour discussion): Defending Jacob by William Landay (431pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $645.00??????

VI. Next Meeting: *******_________________
1. Book pick- (Jocelyn) _______________________
2. Book pick- (Ali) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
4. *Books Not finished Count: -__________________________________________ZERO FOR ALL

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)
VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)
2. Do We have the hat- Ali has additions (Maybe go over new additions at November meeting)

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

October 18, 2016 Book Club Notes

The Girls (Julie’s Pick)
Discussion:
Julie- Really liked. Loved the language and descriptions. Already recommended. 4/5
Meriah- Really liked it too. Painted such great pictures. Definitely will recommend. 4/5
Ali- Really liked it. Related too much of it. Already recommended. 4/5
Jocelyn- Loved it!! Related to so much with the main character. Many similar life experiences, minus hanging with a cult. Would recommend. 4.5/5
Maren- Felt conflicted. Loved the description of the 60’s, but freaked because I have a daughter. Would not recommend. 3/5
Overall Success!!! Starting a new year, we all shall aim to read all 12 books this year!!!

Favorite Character:
Julie- Suzanne Meriah- No Favorite Character Ali- Tom Jocelyn- No Favorite Character Maren- Tom

$$$ Balance- We will start with a new balance amount after anniversary celebration. Jocelyn paid past dues. Everyone starts fresh at November club.

Next Book Club is Nov. 20th at Meriah’s House….This is a birthday club for Julie and Jocelyn

Book is Defending Jacob by William Landay 431pgs

Next pick is Jocelyn……still deciding.

Possible next club on Dec. 18th with white elephant gift exchange

Book Pick Order: Jocelyn, Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah

Duties: Meriah-Main; Maren- Glasses, Side/App; Julie-Drinks; Jocelyn-Salad; Ali-Dessert

Dinner: Wings and pizza sticks w/dip, Make your own Naan bread pizzas, Salad, ice cream w/chocolate nut cookies, Beer and Wine

Announcements:
Julie- H2O home cleaning products party on Nov 3rd Meriah- The Cowboy flooded. Plug for Apollo plumbing- Kyle from honey bucket came to the rescue. Jocelyn- Mike crashed my sweet trucky. She survived, but maybe a sign that a new car is coming my way. Ali- Has a roommate. Jake’s friend Jason has moved in. Great cleaner and respectful. Maren- All my babies are growing up and moving on at 1, 3 and 5. We loved our family trip to Disneyland.

Old Business: We want quarter sleeves and sweatshirts. Meriah get info.
SCM Book Club photo shoot. Pin up style. Ali has hair/makeup person.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- OCTOBER (10-18-16) 5:00PM- TUESDAY

Tonight’s Menu: Julie-main, Maren- glasses/salad, Ali- app/side, Jocelyn- dessert, Meriah- drinks.

I. Discussion of Julie’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Girls by Emma Cline (370pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $645.00??????

VI. Next Meeting: *******_________________
1. Book pick- (Meriah) _______________________
2. Book pick- (Jocelyn) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
4. *Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2.

V. Old Business:
1. Get Tank Tops going- (Ali can do- I am seeing about getting Michelle South at Bold’R to do them)- Do we want tanks, long sleeves, quarter sleeves, colors, etc…
VI. New Business:
1. OCTOBER: 9th year ANNIVERSARY- 10/21/16 5pm Safeway Parking lot
2. Do We have the hat- Ali has additions (Maybe go over new additions at November meeting)

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

September 25, 2016 Book Club Notes

Whistling Past the Graveyard (Maron’s Pick)

Discussion:
Jocelyn- Enjoyed the southern language. The story felt slow moving most of the time. Liked that it was told through Starla’s point of view and liked that the dad found his way. A true story of morels. Might recommend. 3.5/5

Meriah- Really liked it!! Liked how everything came together and really liked the end. Already recommended. 4/5

Ali- Really liked. Reminded you of the points of view people take. Loved how the South talked. Liked the end. Would recommend. 4/5

Julie- Book was well written. Really liked it. Liked the civil rights time told through a child’s point of view. Loved it!! Would recommend. 5/5

Maren- Liked it. Some slow parts, but overall good. Would recommend. 4/5

Favorite Characters:
Jocelyn- Porter/Daddy and Cyrena Jones Meriah- Eula Ali- Porter Julie- Starla and Daddy Maren- Starla
“Sometimes laughin is all a body can do, child. It’s laugh or lose your mind.”

$$$- Balance…??? Ali and Julie paid last month. Maren paid the $20 due. Jocelyn will owe $30 next club. Meriah? Next book club is Oct. 18th 5:00 at Julie’s House…..This is a Tuesday.

Book is The Girls by Emma Cline 370 pgs.

Next pick is Mariah’s…….still deciding.

Book Pick Order: Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali, Maren, Julie

Anniversary Celebration is Friday Oct 21st. Meeting in Safeway parking lot at 5:00pm.

Duties: Julie-main, Maren- glasses/salad, Ali- app/side, Jocelyn- dessert, Meriah- drinks.

Dinner: Beef Taco Bar, Tres Leche Cake and Trailer Park Punch.
Announcements: Jocelyn- Got another new job. Meriah- No new news. Ali- Engagement party DONE! Julie- Mason is Lana’s big buddy  I’m very much in love right now. Maren- No new news.
Old/New Business: Julie passed our logo art on to Ali. Ali made us Stickers. YAY!!!! Meriah is going to try and add our tank top/shirt orders into her Cowboy order with Catto’s. Ali send Meriah a reminder text.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- AUGUST (09-25-16) 4:30pm

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): Whistling Past the Graveyard by Susan Crandall (321pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.
II. New Business:
1. Do We have the hat- Ali has additions
2. NEW STICKERS from Ali “Happy Anniversary Early!!
3. Get Tank Tops going- (Ali can do- I am seeing about getting Michelle South at Bold’R to do them)- Do we want tanks, long sleeves, quarter sleeves, colors, etc…

LOGISTICS:
Menu: Maren-Main, Jocelyn- side, Julie-apps/salad, Meriah-dessert, Ali-Glasses/drinks

III.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

IV. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $645.00

V. Next Meeting: *******_____________
* Book pick- (Julie) _______________________
* Book pick- (Meriah) _______________________
* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-

*Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2, Tristana-3/4?

VI. Old Business:
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?

*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member – TANKS

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

August 28, 2016 Book Club Notes

Younger by Susan Munshower (Ali’s Pick)

Discussion: Ali- Liked the book. It was like a female Jason Borne. Kept me alert. Interesting way to go about the vanity topic. Already have recommended. 5/5
Julie- Entertaining although not a good book. Junk food. Interesting read for the topic. It was filled with lots of extra pieces. Liked the love story, kept waiting for a twist there. Would not recommend. 3/5
Maren- A good one. Fast pace with not too much description. The David part was nice but unbelievable. Noticed all the food talk. Would not recommend. 4/5
Jocelyn- Entertaining fast read. Vanity not really my thing, so enjoyed the ending filled with espionage the best. Liked that it took place in Europe for all the great words used. Not sure if I’d recommend. 3/5
Meriah- Liked the book. Creepy because it made me internalize myself ageing. Seemed like it was written to be a movie. Annoyed with traveling descriptions, but liked the David love story ending. Would not recommend. 3.5/5
Favorite Characters: Ali- Allie Julie- David Maren- David Jocelyn- Rob and Chas Meriah- David
“So cold and hard that ice could take a lesson from her.”
$$$- Balance of $645 Ali and Julie payed $20, don’t owe next month. Jocelyn and Maren didn’t pay, owe $20 next month. Meriah’s Birthday Club….FREE!!! Next book club is Sept. 25th at Maren’s House Book is Whistling past the graveyard by Susan Crandall 321 pgs. Next pick is Julie’s……..still deciding. Book Pick Order: Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali, Maren
Duties: Maren-main, Jocelyn-side, Julie-apps/salad, Meriah-dessert, Ali-glasses/drinks Dinner: Chips salsa/guac; Beef enchiladas; Jalapeño corn muffins; Spanish rice; Salad; Crème Brule; Beer Margaritas.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- AUGUST (08-28-16) 4:30pm

I. Discussion of Ali’s Book (1 hour discussion): Younger by Suzannr Munshower (326pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.

II. New Business:
1. Do We have the hat- Ali has additions
2. New sticker source- We can get decals of our logo like we used to have for good price (Ali Task)
3. Get Tank Tops going

LOGISTICS:
Menu: Ali- Main, Meriah-Side, Maren-Drinks, Jo-Glasses/apps/salad, Julie-Dessert

III.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

IV. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $605.00

V. Next Meeting: *******08/28/16
* Book pick- (Maren) _______________________
* Book pick- (Julie) _______________________
* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
*Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2, Tristana-3/4?

VI. Old Business:
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member - TANKS
NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

August 7, 2016 Book Club Notes

The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens (Jocelyn’s Pick)

Discussion:
Jocelyn- Went into it expecting more, but enjoyed it overall. Half way through had to know what was going to happen and see if my predictions were correct. Loved the survival scene and liked the feel good ending. Would recommend. 3/5 Meriah- Liked it. Took a little while to get into, but ended up a good read. Put together well. Would recommend. 3.5/5 Ali- Liked it! Excited about the mystery. Liked being fumbled to the end. Have already recommended. 4/5 Julie- Liked it. Kept me entertained. Some parts seemed unbelievable. Good debut novel. Already have recommended. 3/5 Maren- Liked it. It was a fast fun read. Felt like the Lila romance was unbelievable. 3/5

Favorite Characters:
Jocelyn- Max and Virgil Meriah- Joe Talbert Ali- Jeremy Julie- Lila and Jeremy Maren-Max

“I’ve killed and I’ve murdered.” “What’s the difference?” “It’s the difference between hoping that the sun rises and hoping that it doesn’t”

$$$- Balance of $605 Everyone paid. Julie paid a $10 tip and Maren paid off old dues.

Birthday Club next month……MERIAH!!!

Next book club is August 28th at Ali’s House (possible location change for swimming )

Book is Younger by Susan Munshower 326 pgs

Next pick is Maren’s, still thinking. Then Julie’s pick, looking at Sept 25th or Oct 2nd as dates.

Book Pick Order: Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

Duties: Ali-main, Meriah-side, Maren-drinks, Joe-glasses/app/salad, Julie-drinks

Dinner: Cheese, Topanod platter, Chipotle turkey avo bacon sliders, green salad, coleslaw, spicy nut noodle, an amazing SCM cherry pie, moscow mules, beer, and wine.

Announcements: Jocelyn- Made it through the summer plays. Sotero finally graduated. Got a new kitten named Laszlo or “Mr. Man”. Put the chainsaw down, got a new job. Have to get a new car. July 31st was our 16 year wedding anniversary.
Meriah- Aug 26th is our 20 year wedding anniversary. My birthday coming up in Sept. Shannon wrecked and he got a 2015 Toyota Sion. Ali- We are selling the Festiva. Jakes birthday bbq on Sept 3rd 3-?? Engagement party on september 17th Julie- Sweet Sam passed, Here’s to Sam!! Love to Vicki. Going to Portland then school starts. Maren- Kids birthday madness is about to begin. Taking them all to Disneyland. Yahoo!!
Old Business: Still want tank tops!!

Need to discuss anniversary plans at the nest meeting.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- JULY (08-07-16) 4:30pm

QUESTION: Do we want tyo meet at Maren's for pool time and start earlier?????

I. Discussion of Joe’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens (332pg)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.

II. New Business:
1. Do We have the hat- Ali has additions
2. New sticker source- We can get decals of our logo like we used to have for good price (Ali Task)

LOGISTICS:

Menu: Jocelyn- Main, Meriah-Side, Maren-Salad/dessert, Ali-App, Julie-Drinks/glasses

III.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

IV. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $535.00

V. Next Meeting: *******08/07/16
* Book pick- (Ali) _______________________
* Book pick- (Maren) _______________________
* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
*Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2, Tristana-3/4?

VI. Old Business:
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member - TANKS
NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

June 26, 2016 Book Club Notes

Butterfly Garden By Dot Hutchison (Meriah’s Pick)

Discussion:
Meriah- Liked it, finished quickly. Needed more back story. Upset with the ending. Overall good ideas, look for more from this writer. Might recommend. 3/5 Maren- Didn’t like. Don’t like books with rape and murder. Seemed to far fetched. Kept reading to find the twist. Would not recommend. 2/5 Ali- Liked book, kept me intrigued. Some weird aspects to the story, unbelievable. Hoping for more vicious ending. Already recommended. 3.5/5 Jocelyn- Liked the book. Read in a day. Loved the back and forth story telling. Some unbelievable parts. Disappointed with end twist. This story stayed on my mind long after I finished. Could make a great movie. Would recommend. 3.5/5 Julie (from afar) - Enjoyed. Fast read. Would make a great movie.

Favorite Characters:
Meriah- Bliss Maren- No Fav Ali- Bliss Jocelyn- Bliss Julie- ??
$$$ - Balance of $535 (not sure of this?) Everyone present paid. Julie exempt for family emergency. Next book club is August 7th at Jocelyn’s house. Book is The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens 332 pgs

Next pick is Ali’s, possibly Younger by Susan Monshower

Book Pick Order: Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

Duties: Jocelyn - main, Meriah - side, Maren - salad/dessert, Ali -app, Julie -drinks and glasses

Dinner: Salami rolls, pulled pork sliders w/ south western salad, baked beans, mashed potatoes, sorbet w/ chocolate nut clusters, beer and wine.
Announcements: None
Other Items: BUY TANK TOPS – Texted 4 Bush.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- JUNE (06-26-16) 3:30pm??Early start time?????

VI. Discussion of Meriah’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Butterfly Garden by Dot Hutchinson
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.

V. New Business:
1. *2016 “HAT” – Need to get the HAT Back (Meriah can you do?)
2. REMEMBER it is summer and peeps got pools!!!!!!

LOGISTICS:
Menu: Meriah-Mian, Julie-Apps, salad & Glasses; Maren- Side, Ali- Dessert, Jocelyn- Drinks

I.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

II. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $495.00

III. Next Meeting: *******07/31/2016?????
* Book pick- (Jocelyn) _______________________
* Book pick- (Ali) YOUNGER by Suzanne Munshower

* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- ___________________________________________________
*Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2

IV. Old Business:
 Use Dues Money for Drinks?
 Do we want Summer Tank Tops?
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member
NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

May 22, 2016 Book Club Notes

In Dark Dark Wood By Ruth Ware (Julie’s Pick)

Discussion: Julie- Had a cheesy feeling. Obviously a young author. Story felt far fetched and unrealistic. This book is stupid! Not Recommend. 3/5 Maren- Fast easy read. Ending went downhill. Not recommend. 3/5 Meriah- The story was very predictable. Not recommend. 3/5 Jocelyn- Writing felt amateur. Liked that it was in Europe. Not recommend. 3/5 Ali- Easy read. Parts made more complicated then they needed to be. Would recommend to certain readers. 3/5
Favorite Characters:
Julie- Tom Maren- Nina Meriah- Nina/Tom Jocelyn- Nina Ali- Nina/Tom
Fruit Loop- Fruitus Lupus, fruit of the moon; associated with the pagan belief that insanity was connected to bathing in the light of the moon.

I’m not being offensive. You cannot offend someone who’s not here. Offense has been taken, just not given. – Nina-

$$$- Balance of $495. Everyone paid, Maren paid off debt.

Next book club is June 26th at Meriah’s house (remember swimsuits) Early start time? Book is The Butterfly Garden by Dot Hutchison 288 pgs Next pick is Jocelyn’s……. Book Pick Order: Jocelyn, Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah

Duties: Meriah-main, Julie-apps/glasses/salad, Maren-side, Ali-dessert, Jocelyn-drinks

Dinner: Kale/sausage stir fry, Quinoa/rice, salsa/lentil dips, Brownies w/blood orange sorbet, beer and vodka crans.
Announcements: Julie- 13 working days left till summer vacation!!! Maren- Lana having pre k graduation. Liam is now crazy...haha Meriah- Looking for a new car. Old landlord finally dropped the floor issue. Got our liquor license. Jocelyn- Bought a 1998 Mercedes to sell to Tero. Sotero’s HS graduation. Ali- Another crazy crash in front of my house.
Other Items: Use due $$ for drinks? Can we get summer tank tops? Remember who has pools 

The Butterfly Garden By Dot Hutchinson

FYI peeps. If you are an Amazon Prime member you should be able to get this book for free as your May free book (unless you already got a free book in may...)

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- MAY (05-22-16) 4:30pm

Discussion of Julie’s Book (1 hour discussion): A Dark, Dark wood by Ruth Ware
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.
New Business:
1. Unfortunately due to Unavailablity by Tristana we have suspended her membership until Bookclub Anniversary.

2. Trying to set up a girls get together on a Tuesday night just for a lil bit; apps & drinks WITH TRISTANA.
3. Need to get the glasses from T; Meriah can you do that?

LOGISTICS:
Menu: Julie-Main, Ali-Drinks (Tristana has glasses), Meriah-Dessert, Maren-Apps/salad, Julie-Drinks, Joe-Side

I.Call to order by Ali Scontrino
II. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $445.00
III. Next Meeting: *******06/26/2016?????
* Book pick- (Meriah) _______________________
* Book pick- (Jocelyn) _______________________
* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Meriah-Main, Ali-Salad (Tristana has glasses), Meriah-Dessert, Maren-Side, Julie-Drinks, Joe-Apps
*Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2, Tristana-3/4?
IV. Old Business:
*2016 “HAT” (Tristana to weed out any over 400)- DONE
*New Page limit 400-50 pages
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member
NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

April 24, 2016 Book Club Notes

$$$- Balance of $445.00 Paid: Ali, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn. Maren owes, Tristana ???

Next book club is May 22nd at Julie’s house. Book is In Dark Dark Wood by Ruth Ware 320 pgs.

Next pick is Meriah’s……..

Book Pick Order: Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali, Maren, Julie.

Duties: Main- Julie, Maren- Apps/ Salad (Tristana has glasses), Jocelyn-Side, Meriah- Dessert, Ali- Drinks.

Dinner: Meatballs w/ bbq sauce, Chicken and Waffles, Sausage gravy, Green salad w/ walnuts, feta and Strawberries. Dark chocolate dipped fruit shiskabobs and vanilla ice cream. Beer.

Announcement: Maren- Hosting Bunko group next month. Bunco de Mayo on May 20th 7:00pm. Got to buy a carpet cleaner after a week and a half of family puking.

Ali- Did pin up photo shoot for SCM pit. Learned a lot about my dogs. Put a lot of wedding dates out there.

Jocelyn- Sad that there is no summer softball.

Julie- Life feels crazy right now. Mason’s birthday party on the 7th.

Meriah- Restaurant still crazy busy. May will be a wild month, all birthdays.

Other Items: Merchandise is on hold, no time to deal with it right now.

The hat is organized if you don’t have a pick. Tristana not here last minute again. Need to discuss.

Books not finished: Jocelyn-0/ Meriah-3/ Julie-1/ Ali-1/ Maren-2/ Tristana-3/4?

Discussion: Mr. Split foot by Samantha Hunt (Julie’s Pick)
Ali- Kept thinking about the book while reading. Very strange. Good job making us feel for the characters. The end was emotional. 2.5-3/5 Julie- Story strangely written. Large amount of metaphors and wordiness. Kept me intrigued from the beginning. Wanted to find out what happened at the end. Only recommend to people who like metaphor books. 3.5/5 Meriah- Some a little wordy. Liked how it came together at the end. It made me want to read. I would recommend. 3/5 Maren- Interesting book. Liked the metaphors. Gave lots to talk about. 3/5 Jocelyn- I did not enjoy this book. Didn’t like the writing style no all the pointless gibberish added to fill pages. I couldn’t connect with the journey even with my inner nomad desires. I would not recommend. 2/5

Favorite Characters: Ali-Nat Julie- Nat Jocelyn- Ruth’s scar Meriah- No favorite Maren- Mr. Bell

May Meeting date- Plan ahead its our busy season

Hey all please look at your calendars ahead of time. We are going into our busy season and will need to work harder at scheduling.

Looks like Next Meeting: *******May 22nd OR 29th??-2016

Look up the dates and be prepared to offer what your availability is.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- APRIL (04-24-16) 4:30pm

I. CALL TO ORDER by Ali Scontrino (5:00pm)
II. BOOK DISCUSSION of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): Mr. Splitfoot by Samantha Hunt
-Have 3 questions to evoke discussion with each question.
-No interruption of book talk (no personal talk) for first hour of club.
-All members MUST have a moment of the book that enlightened them to discuss

III. TREASURER'S REPORT by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $395.00

IV. LOGISTICS:
a) Menu: Tristana-Main, Ali-Apps (Joe has glasses), Meriah-Salad, Maren-Side, Julie-Dessert, Joe-Drinks
b) Next Meeting: *******May 22nd OR 29th??-2016
c) Book pick- (Julie) In the Dark, Dark Woods By Ruth Ware
d) Book pick- (Meriah) _______________________
e) Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
f) *Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2, Tristana-3

V. OLD BUSINESS:
a) *2016 “HAT” : Sorted by Genre & Pages
b) *New Page limit 400-50 pages
c) *Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
d) *New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
-Restructuring Bookclub: More book discussion- less personal socialization. We are so awesome!!!!!

NOTE: BOOK ORDER- Ali, Tristana, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

April 3, 2016 Book Club Notes

$$$- 395.00 Paid: Julie, Jocelyn, Ali, Tristana, Meriah, Maren’s Birthday Freebie 

Next book club is April 24th at Maren’s house. Book pick is Mr. Split foot by Samantha Hunt 339pgs

Next pick is Julie’s…..In the Dark Dark Wood by Ruth Ware.
Meriah to get book pick ready.

Book Pick Order: Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali, Tristana, Maren

Duties: Maren-main, Tristana- glasses/apps, Julie-salad, Jocelyn- side, Meriah-dessert, Ali- drinks

Dinner: Vegi platter w/ spinach and hummus dip, Mississippi Roast Sliders, Brussels Sprouts w/ goat cheese, cranberries and walnuts, Mason Jar Lid Apple Pies w/ Ice cream, Beer and Wine.

Announcements: Meriah - Comicon for three days. Got to hang with family and Alyssa got to have a picture with Ginny Weasley. Married for 20 years in July. Maren- Lana’s starting at Julie’s school soon. Flynn 6 months old and Liam 2.5. Almost free of the tattoo shop. Can’t wait for some much needed free time. Julie- Leaving for Hawaii on Tues. Tristana – 68 days sober and feeling great. Getting very crafty. Jocelyn- Competing in an archery tournament. Cypress turns 13 and teaching 18 year old how to drive. Ali- Still getting married. Getting over cat scratch fever.

Other Items: Feeling the club is in a lull. History shows this happens every 2.5 years. Review and discuss rules. Decided to keep apps on the menu. Meet at 4:30, call to order starts at 5:00. .5 hr for apps and talking -Serve and book talk first-Logistics last. Penalty for not reading: still bring info on what you did read. Have reason for not reading. Possibly a pie to the face 

Maren we still want Trivia.

The Hat has been weeded by Tristana. Organized by genre and page number.

For anniversary dress as your favorite character from one of our books that year.

Books not finished: Jocelyn-0/ Meriah-3/ Julie-1/ Ali-1/ Maren-2/ Tristana-3

Book Discussion: It’s a Long Story by Willie Nelson (Tristana’s Pick) Julie- Hesitant in beginning. No desire to read it. Found some enjoyment, but not much. Could have been written as cliff notes. Would not recommend. 2.5/5 Tristana- Liked overall. Too many names, but looked up many of them to learn. Could have been shorter. Never got that needy feeling to read. Just thought it would be a fun book. Would recommend to a musician. 2.5/5
Jocelyn- Favorite parts were the first three decades and the pictures at the end. Started with great history and description, but became to name dropey. Could have been written in 200 pages. Did get the chills many times and talked about Willie with others. Would not recommend. 2.5/5 Maren- Like read memoirs. Grew up on Willie, but like him less now after this read. Way to long. Should have been a biography instead of autobiography. 2.5-3/5 Ali- Overall too long. Didn’t realize how long it took him to become famous. Liked that he spoke well of all his wives. Found myself talking with others about the book. Happy to be done. 2.5/5 Meriah- Really liked. New a lot of the people talked about in the book. Was a little to name dropey. Would recommend. 3/5
Favorite Characters: Julie- Martha (first wife) Tristana- Waylan Jennings Jocelyn- Mark Rothbaun ( producer) Ali- Martha Maren- Martha Meriah- Willie

Menu to come

Menu will be posted wednesday


Meriah have a book pick ready; you are after Julie.


Everyone have dues ready.



Everyone have questions and discussion topics ready.

Bookclub Meeting April 24th 430pm

Make sure you are reading your books; last week.

SCMBOOKCLUB MINUTES- FEBRUARY (04-03-16) 4:30pm

I.Call to order by Ali Scontrino
II. Book Discussion: of Tristana’s Book (1 hour discussion): Willie Nelson: It’s A Long Story
(ie: something that you thought was interesting, someone you associate with, something that got you thinking, etc….)

III. LOGISTICS:
1. Menu: Maren-Main, Tristana (430pm)- Apps & Glasses , Julie-Salad, Meriah-Dessert, Joe-Side, Ali-Drinks(430pm)
**Tristana & Ali need to be at club at 430pm
2. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $345.00
3. Next Meeting: *******04/24/2016

* Book pick- (Maren) Mr. Splitfoot by Samantha Hunt (Pg 339)
* Book pick- (Julie) In Dark, Dark Woods by Ruth Wave
* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
* Meeting Date: APRIL 24th, 2016 (SUNDAY) 4:30pm
*Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2, Tristana-3

IV. Old Business:

-Restructuring Bookclub: More book discussion- less personal socialization.
1. -Bookclub 4:30pm Arrival Time, remaining food prep time:
a. APPS & Drinks must be there at 4:30pm.
2. -Call to Order: 5:00pm- Start time- BE HERE, BE READY!!
3. -All members MUST have 3 questions to evoke discussion with each question.
4. -No interruption of book talk (no personal talk) for first hour of club.
5. -All members MUST have a moment of the book that enlightened them to discuss
*2016 “HAT” (Tristana to weed out any over 400)- DONE
*New Page limit 400-50 pages
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member

V. New Business:
NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Tristana, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

Missin You by Ali Scontrino

Missin you
The mornings still feel empty; in the evenings I still feel blue. There's not a day that goes by that I don't stop missin you.

Time seems to move slowly; yet everything is going so fast. It's hard to imagine that now your only in my past.

Sometimes it's like yesterday and sometimes it's so far away. My missin you never stops it's like an open hole me everyday. There seems to be so much time that goes by without you seeing me. The days don't stop me from my missin you. Oh how I wish that you could see.

Time seems to move slowly; yet everything is going so fast. It's hard to imagine that now your only in my past.

There's the really long days that make me ache for you. Then there's the fast days that I feel I was missin you. Like it went so fast I might have forgotten to see you. But never ever have I stopped my missin you.

I wish you could see us now; all the love you have created. As siblings growing up this picture we would've hated. But it's sure is hell knowing how much we all are missin you. It's hard as hell growing old without you.

Walking through a fog sometimes I get a glimpse of you. The sunshine breaking through to show me I am strong. The Rock in the land that keeps me holding on.

Time seems to move slowly while I'm missin you. The world moves so fast as I keep trudging through. You showed me the way so I'd make it without you but you never showed me how deal with my missin you.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- FEBRUARY (04-03-16) 4:30pm

PLEASE NOTE: START TIME IS 4:30PM PLEASE BE ON TIME. FOOD MUST BE READY TO SERVE BY 4:30PM. IF YOU NEED PREP TIME SHOW UP EARLY TO GET FOOD READY BY 4:30PM.WE WILL SPEND 10 MINUTES PLATING FOOD AND BEGIN BOOK DISCUSSION.

WE WILL BE DISCUSSING THE BOOK 1ST THING THIS TIME TO ENSURE WE REALLY GET A GOOD DISCUSSION IN. PLAN ON TALKING BOOK FIRST THING THIS CLUB. PLAN ON DEVOTING ONE WHOLE HOUR TO THE BOOK AND BRING AS MANY NOTES, QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AS POSSIBLE TO FILL THE HOUR.

WE WILL DISCUSS BOOKCLUB CHANGES DURING LOGISTICS AFTER BOOK TALK. LOVE YOU GALS AND SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!

VI. Discussion of Tristana’s Book (1 hour discussion): Willie Nelson: It’s A Long Story
-All members MUST have 3 questions to evoke discussion with each question.
-No interruption of book talk (no personal talk) for first hour of club.
-All members MUST have a moment of the book that enlightened them to discuss (ie: something that you thought was interesting, someone you associate with, something that got you thinking, etc….)

V. New Business:
-Restructuring Bookclub: More book discussion- less personal socialization. Going over new structure and discussing how the changes may affect the future of club.

LOGISTICS:
Menu: Tristana-Main, Ali-Apps (Joe has glasses), Meriah-Salad, Maren-Side, Julie-Dessert, Joe-Drinks
I.Call to order by Ali Scontrino
II. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $345.00
III. Next Meeting: *******04/03/2016
* Book pick- (Maren) _______________________
* Book pick- (Julie) _______________________
* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
* Meeting Date: APRIL 24th, 2016 (SUNDAY) 4:30pm??
*Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-3, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2, Tristana-3
IV. Old Business:
*2016 “HAT” (Tristana to weed out any over 400)- DONE
*New Page limit 400-50 pages
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member
NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Tristana, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

March 6, 2016 Book Club Notes

$$$- Balance of 345.00 Paid: Everyone

Next book club is April 3rd at Tristana’s house. Maren’s birthday month!!!

Book is It’s a Long Story by Willie Nelson 400 pgs

Next pick is Maren’s….???

Book Pick Order: Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali, Tristana

Duties: Tristana-main, Ali-apps (Joe has glasses), Meriah- salad, Maren-side, Julie-dessert, Joe-drinks

Dinner: Chips and Guac, Chicken enchiladas w/ spinach tortillas, Roasted Peppers and Onions, Spanish Rice, Strawberry Tarts, Beer and Wine.

Announcements: Meriah- New Cowboy OPEN….doing great!!!
Other Items: No info

Books not finished: Jocelyn-0/ Meriah-3/ Julie-1/ Ali-1/ Maren-2/ Tristana-3

Discussion: Accidental Tourist by Anne Tyler (Ali’s Pick)

Maren- Slow read. Liked the character development. Ending threw me. 3.5/5 Julie- Hated it. Boring and weird. Time waster. Would not recommend. 1/5 Jocelyn- Ok read, boring at times. Interesting perspective on the grieving process. 2/5 Ali- Boring overall. Good at descriptions but to lengthy at times. Fast transitions. 2.5-3/ 5

Favorite Characters: Maren- Ethen Julie- Edward Jocelyn- Edward Ali- Edward
Human beings can only go “into” houses, cars, and coffins.

Books I want to read......

Rude Bitches Make me Tired....

Casual Vacancy

Dolores Claiborne

Younger

Cuckoos Calling

The infinite (5th Wave sequel)

The Good Neighbor

Terms of Use


That's just the recent wants........

Need to Finish My name is Memory

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- FEBRUARY (03-06-16) 4:30pm

Menu: Ali- Main, Jocelyn-Glasses & Apps, Julie- Drinks, Tristana-Side, Maren-Dessert, Meriah-Salad;

I.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

II. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $285.00

III. Next Meeting: *******03/06/2016
* Book pick- (Tristana) _______________________
* Book pick- (Maren) _______________________
* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-

* Meeting Date: MARCH 28th, 2016 (SUNDAY) 4:30pm??

*Books Not finished Count: -Jocelyn-0, Meriah-2, Julie-1, Ali-1, Maren-2, Tristana-3

IV. Old Business:
*2016 “HAT” (Tristana to weed out any over 400)- Status???
*New Page limit 400-50 pages
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member

V. New Business:
*Anniversary Club should be a separate meeting from Book Talk meeting

VI. Discussion of ALI’s Book: The Accidental Tourist by Anne Tyler (355pgs)

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Tristana, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

January 31, 2016 Book Club Notes

$$$- Balance of 285.00

Paid: Jocelyn, Julie, Meriah, Maren, Tristana paid past dues as well and its Ali’s birthday freebee!!

Next book club is March 6th (date change) at Ali’s house

Book is Accidental Tourist by Anne Tyler 352 pgs

Next book pick is Tristana’s….???

Book Pick Order: Tristana, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali

Duties: Ali-main, Jocelyn-glasses/apps, Julie-drinks, Tristana-side, Maren-dessert, Meriah-salad

Dinner: Buffalo chicken ring w/ blue cheese, Eggs, Sausages/bacon, Rosemary potatoes, Waffles, Fruit salad, Coffee cake and Mimosas

Announcements: Jocelyn- Sotero is turning 18

Other Items: No info on gear.

Count of books not finished: Jocelyn-0/ Meriah-2/ Julie-1/ Ali-1/ Maren-2/ Tristana-3?

Discussion: The Windup Girl by Paolo Bacigalupi (Jocelyn’s Pick) Only Jocelyn and Julie finished

Jocelyn-Loved that book was based off GM foods. Enjoyed the politics and that it was a read you really had to pay attention too. Thought the book would be more about the Windup girl though. 3.5/5

Julie- Did NOT enjoy. Annoying to read. Too much detail or not enough detail. Confusing. Hated political corporation crap. 2.5/5

Ali- Loved the book! Entertained the whole time. Disappointed I didn’t finish.”I’m celebrating me and that takes time.” 4/5

Maren- I don’t like post apocalyptic books, I always want to be one of the first to die. Hated the rape scene. Well written though. 3/5

Meriah- Liked where book was going. Just couldn’t finish because I got so sick. 3/5

Tristana- Didn’t like. To techy. I just wanted to read and not look everything up. 2/5

Favorite Characters: Jocelyn- The Cheshire’s Julie- Dead Jadee Ali- Emiko Maren- Emiko Meriah- Jadee Tristana-?

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- January (01-31-16) 4:30pm

Menu: Jocelyn- Main; Meriah- Apps- Drinks & glasses; Ali- Salad; Julie- Side;
I.Call to order by Ali Scontrino
II. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $200.00

**Tristana owe double dues for Nov & December= $40.00 (Consider Freezing Membership so dues don’t accrue??)

III. Next Meeting: *******01/31/2016
* Book pick- (Ali) _______________________
* Book pick- (Tristana) _______________________

* Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-

* Meeting Date: February 28th, 2016 (SUNDAY) 4:30pm

*People who Have used their pass: -Meriah, Tristana & Maren (Nov book)
-Tristana (Dec book????)

IV. Old Business:
*2016 The year of the “HAT” (Tristana to weed out any over 400 page books)- Status?
*New Page limit 400-50 pages
*Get New Bookclub Stickers Made (Ali & Meriah to price)- New logo w/ 6 Books labeled with our names?
*New apparel- Meriah & Ali to get pricing- out of pocket expense for each member

V. New Business:
*Anniversary Club should be a separate meeting from Book Talk meeting

VI. Discussion of Jocelyn’s Book: The Windup Girl by Paolo Bacigalupi (432pgs)

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Tristana, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

January 3, 2016 Book Club Notes

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!
$$$- Balance of 200.00

Paid: Jocelyn, Ali, Julie, Meriah, Maren paid double dues,

and Tristana owes double dues twice…….?

Next book club is Jan 31st at Jocelyn’s house

Book is The Windup Girl by Paolo Bacigalupi 432 pgs

Next book pick is Ali’s, possibly Accidental Tourist or Area X???

Book Pick Order: Ali, Tristana, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

Duties: Jocelyn-main, Meriah-apps/glasses, Ali-salad, Julie-side, and Tristana drinks

Dinner: Lox/capers and apple/brie crackers; Arugula goat cheese salad; Artichoke, spinach and turkey casserole; Garlic/rosemary bread; Tomato soup; Mango/orange juice champagnes…..YUM!!

Announcements: Ali- got engaged; getting married 9/17/17 Maren- Got divorced and married. Now Mrs. Peduto Jocelyn- Took Sotero to Santa Barbara to check out colleges and moving possibilities. Julie- Boy moved in, totally in love!!

Other Items: Year of the hat gone through??? (tRISTANA) Still need to research gear costs??? (Ali & Meriah)

Discussion: The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton (Meriah’s pick) Julie- Loved it. Kept me guessing till the end. 5/5 Ali- Loved!! Intrigued all the way thru. Loved the ending twist. 6/5 Maren- Really liked it. Couldn’t put it down. 5/5 Jocelyn- Loved the character development and vocabulary!! Great ending!! 5/5 Meriah- Loved the perspectives flipped together. Great ending. 5/5

Favorite Characters: Julie- Vivian and Gerry Ali- Vivian, Jimmy, and Gerry Maren- Vivian, Gerry and Jimmy’s Dad Jocelyn- Vivian and Jimmy Meriah- Vivian and Jimmy

Favorite Quote: Clip along loves, no time to dillydally. 1940’s YOLO!!