Thursday, Nov. 7                   – Annual Meeting at 5:30 p.m. – St. Louis County Library Midtown Branch
                                                   (7821 Maryland Ave., Clayton 63105). This is the meeting at which we will elect
                                                   the board members for 2025, so please plan to attend.  Refreshments will be served,
                                                   and we'll enjoy a slide presentation on Australia and New Zealand following the election.

Wednesday, Nov. 13             – Movie Group and Potluck – 4:30 pm. – Meet at the home of of Susy Alias,
                                                   15 Maryland Hill Drive, 63124 to discuss the movie 'Conclave' over a potluck dinner.
                                                   Please call Judy Young by November 11th if you plan to attend.

Thursday, Nov. 14                 – International Coffee Talk –  11:00 a.m. – This month let's try The Daily Bread Bakery and Cafe,
                                                   11719 Manchester Rd., 63131.  Please call or text Doris Yohe to reserve seating.  We gather to share
                                                   adventures, memories and new travel ideas, and we look forward to seeing you.

Tuesday, Nov. 19                   – Book Club Meeting at 1:00 p.m. at Dierbergs Markets - Market at Des Peres;
                                                   1080 Lindemann Road; Des Peres, MO (near Manchester). Go to the first-floor cafe
                                                   in the northwest corner of the store.  We'll discuss 'Eat, Pray, Love" by Elizabeth Gilbert.
                                                   Bring a mask, drink, and/or snack. Please let David Motherwell know if you plan to attend.

Wednesday, Nov. 20             – Let's Eat Out (LEO) –  11:30 a.m. – Casa Jaurez, a great Mexican restaurant, located at
                                                 12710 Dorsett Rd., Maryland Heights 63043.   After lunch you might explore Creve Coeur Park or
                                                 visit the casino if you're feeling lucky!  Please contact Barbara H Robinson by Nov 15 if you'll join us.

Wednesday, Dec. 11             – Annual Holiday Dinner – 6:00 pm – at Syberg's in Maryland Heights. We'll have a delicious buffet
                                                   of beef and chicken entrees with several side dishes and dessert.  There will be a cash bar, music,
                                                   and much holiday cheer! You are invited to bring an unwrapped Christmas gift to be distributed
                                                   by The International Institute, for our immigrant neighbors.  Cost is $39 and checks are due to
                                                   Barbara Robinson by Dec 1 (made out to FF of MO). –  Check out details in our monthly newsletter
                                                   (available from our website: www.friendshipforce-stlouis.org).

LEO = Let’s Eat Out