Friends School SOFE

Updated SoFE Calendar (1/20/10)

2010-01-17T12:01:00.000-08:00

Events are filling fast--make sure you book while spots are available. If you don't see it on the calendar, it's already sold out.

Email sofeevents@yahoo.com to reserve your spot!

MY HAND-HAMMERED VALENTINE
Thursday, February 11 7-9pm $50/person
This year, choose a perfect valentine. Metalsmith & jewelry artisan Mitzy Jonkheer will guide you in hammering, soldering and shaping a special token of your affection. 21+
Host: Mitzy Jonkheer www.mitzymetal.com

VALENTINE'S DAY-AFTER WINE PARTY- NEW EVENT
Monday, February 15 6-8pm Complimentary with 2 bottles of wine
Come dressed in red, pink or something heart-y and join us for another Auction Wine Party! Bring a mate, pal or come alone to enjoy sweet treats and wine. The price of admission is 2 bottles of wine - 1 to share and 1 to donate to the FSW 15th Birthday Bash & Auction. Please bring Merlot, Cabernet, Malbec, Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio. 21+
Host: Amy MacKay

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER PARTY- NEW EVENT
Saturday, February 27 7 pm $75/pair
Join a premier guest list of gangsters, politicians, dolls and molls for a 1920's gangster murder mystery. Authentic costuming will be part of the fun. Evening includes an Italian dinner, drinks and casino play.21+
Hosts: Laura & Mark Sutherland

BREWING FRIENDSHIP ALE
Sunday, February 28 2pm $35/person or $60/pair
Learn the beer making process from a seasoned brew master while you sample a perfectly fermented batch. Take home hearty tasters of your handiwork to share with your pals. 21+
Hosts: Ben Hudson & Steve Klein

EL STOCKMAN
Saturday, March 13 7pm $35/person or $60/pair
Party like it’s Cinco de Mayo at the Stockman house. Enjoy mouthwatering Mexican cuisine, delight in delicious beverages from south of the border while kickin’ it with all your amigos. Age 21+
Hosts: Jill & Marcus Stockman

BUGS, BUGS, BUGS
Thursday, April 8 3:15pm $10/family
Grab your nets and binoculars and join our bug exploration party at the Arboretum. An expert nature guide will unearth lots of creepy, crawly entomology secrets. Snacks will be provided. All ages welcome!
Hosts: Wendy Peens & Heidi Klein

AN EVENING OF YOGA
Saturday, April 10th 5:30 - 7:30pm $20/person or $35/pair
Join us for yoga breathing, core strengthening, healthy back & bone positions and yoga positions done with a partner. Instructed by Joni Young, RYT. Veggie sticks & dips, salsa & chips & water provided.
Hosts: Arete & Jeff Citrin

THE 2009-10 SOFE CALENDAR IS HERE!

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2009-10 EVENT CALENDAR
Updated 11/12, new events will be added regularly

WACKY HOLIDAY SWEATER WINE PARTY Monday, December 14, 6-8pm

complimentary

Dig out your jingliest, snowflakiest knit and join us for a festive cocktail hour with laughs galore. The price of admission is two bottles of wine—one to share and one to donate for the Spring Auction. Age 21+.
Host: Julie Potter

HOT TAMALE TIME! Saturday, January 16, 4pm

$35/person or $60/pair

Come learn how to make Mexican tamales (a dish with meat or vegetable filling, coated with a corn-based dough, steamed inside of corn husks). We will make meat-filled, vegetarian, and dessert tamales and then enjoy them for dinner, along with typical Mexican (non-alcoholic) drinks and appetizers. Feel free to bring your little cooks along!
Hosts: Amanda & Will Boomershine

VIETNAMESE NOODLE NIGHT Saturday, January 23 7pm

$35/person or $60/pair

Journey to Vietnam for the evening to dine in our traditional noodle shop. Wear something comfortable, we'll be sitting on the floor and eating on mats. As the Vietnamese say, "Xin moi!" (We welcome you!) Age 21+
Hosts: Dana Sachs & Todd Berliner

MY HAND-HAMMERED VALENTINE Thursday, February 5 7-9pm

$50/person

Husbands, this year you can give her the perfect Valentine from the heart. Metalsmith & jewelry artisan Mitzy Jonkheer will guide you in crafting a custom jewelry gift for your special lady. Share beers with your buddies while hammering, soldering and shaping a special token of your affection. Age 21+
Host: Mitzy Jonkheer

BREWING FRIENDSHIP ALE Sunday, February 22 2pm

$35/person or $60/pair

Learn the beer making process from a seasoned brew master while you sample a perfectly fermented batch. Take home hearty tasters of your handiwork to share with your pals. This round will feature a stout winter selection. Ladies, this would make a perfect gift for your main squeeze! Age 21+
Hosts: Ben Hudson (brew master) & Steve Klein (expert taster)

EL STOCKMAN Saturday, March 13 7pm
$35/person or $60/pair
Party like it’s Cinco de Mayo at the Stockman house. Enjoy mouthwatering Mexican cuisine, delight in delicious beverages from south of the border while kickin’ it with all your amigos. Age 21+

BUGS, BUGS, BUGS Thursday, April 8 3:15pm

$10/family

Grab your nets and binoculars and join our bug exploration party at the Arboretum. An expert nature guide will unearth lots of creepy, crawly entomology secrets. Snacks will be provided. All ages welcome!
Hosts: Wendy Peens & Heidi Klein

AN EVENING OF YOGA Saturday, April 10th 5:30 - 7:30pm

$20/person or $35/pair
Join us for an early evening of Yoga. This event is for beginners & intermediate Yoges. Instruction will include yoga breathing, core strengthening, healthy back & bone positions and yoga positions done with a partner. The instructor is Joni Young, RYT. Veggie sticks & dips, salsa & chips & water will be provided. Age 21+
Hosts: Arete & Jeff Citrin Hosts: Jill & Marcus Stockman

DAD & CHILD MASONBORO CAMPING Saturday, May 18 3pm

$75/pair (+$15 per extra)

Celebrate the onset of beach weather by taking your kid(s) camping. Enjoy a boat ride and beach play, followed by wieners, s’mores and ghost tales. All you need is camping gear and a sense of adventure. Age 4+.
Hosts: Andrew Renton & Steve Klein

TO RESERVE YOUR SPOTS:
Email sofeevents@yahoo.com: please include event, name, # of attendees and contact info
- or-
Complete a registration envelope with payment included at the SOFE board in either lobby

SOFE 2009-10: Now booking events!

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The 2008-09 Series of Friends Events (SOFE) season was a great success, thanks to all the hosts and attendees! We are now booking events for the 2009-10 season.

What's your SOFE idea? Email hsklein@yahoo.com to plan your event.

Highlights of the SOFE 2008-09 Season:

Parenting Seminar: 5th-8th Graders

Brewing Friendship Ale with Ben Hudson & Steve Klein

Women's Mehndi Party with Vanessa & Angelika Lacer

Karaoke Lounge with Jonnie & Robert Sharp

Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Amy MacKay and Will Cocke

Vietnamese Noodle Night with Dana Sachs & Todd Berliner

Family Photo Beach Party with Bo & Jill Webb and Angie and David Oakley

Dad & Kid Masonboro Camping with Andrew Renton & Steve Klein

Stay tuned for the 2009-10 SOFE Event Calendar--coming later this fall!

Family Photo Beach Party Festivity

2009-06-03T19:27:00.000-07:00

It was a lovely May evening at a perfectly festive beach home setting--guests were pampered with margaritas and a bounty of delicious food. After taking family photos in the dunes, the party moved to the beach where kids of all ages frolicked in the surf. A huge thank you to Jill & Bo Webb and Angie & David Oakley for hosting the Family Photo Beach Party last Saturday. And to the Sutherland, Peterson, Peens, Lacer-Morris and Klein families who attended. We appreciate your SOFE support!

Cheers to Beer Brewing 101!

2009-05-22T10:36:00.000-07:00

What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than brewing (and sipping) fresh beer? Thanks to master brewer Ben Hudson and hops-loving sidekick Steve Klein for hosting the event. Thanks to attendees Walt Laughlin, Mark Sutherland, Bo Webb, Edwin Martin and Tim Macauliffe and his dad Mark-and supporters Greg Scott, Amy Wrenn and Pete Dugan. Enjoy your keepsake samples of Friendship Ale! We're pretty sure this event will be back next year...

A Magnificent Sunset Cocktail Cruise

2009-05-22T10:13:00.000-07:00

A big thanks to Amy MacKay and Will Cocke for hosting the Sunset Cocktail Cruise. Cruisers Jill & Bo Webb, Dana Sachs & Todd Berliner and Liza & Tim Palmer enjoyed great company and VIP treatment while admiring the intercoastal landscape and sunset.

The Women's Mehndi Party left an indelible impression!

2009-05-17T06:41:00.000-07:00

A huge thanks to lovely, gracious hostesses Angelika and Vanessa Lacer. The setting could not have been more ambient--melodic Indian music soothed the senses, rose petals and incense massaged the nostrils and tables laden with goodies temped the belly. And the Mehndi--oh, my! See for yourself...

Beer Brewing 101--this Sunday 5/17 2-5

2009-05-13T12:53:00.000-07:00

Join us to brew up a batch of Friendship Ale!

While you work, you can sample a perfectly aged batch.

And take home a few bottles for later. . .

Email hsklein@yahoo.com to reserve a spot.

SOFE Event Calendar Updated 5/12/09

2009-05-12T11:49:00.000-07:00

2008-2009 SERIES OF FRIENDS EVENTS
SIGN UP NOW FOR YOUR FAVORITE SOFE EVENT--HURRY, EVENTS ARE SELLING OUT FAST!
Sign up in either lobby or email hsklein@yahoo.com

SUNSET COCKTAIL CRUISE May 16--SOLD OUT!!!
Take a spirit-filled cruise to one of NC’s uninhabited islands that will make you feel like Richard Branson on Necker Island. Hosts: Amy McKay and Will Cocke

WOMEN'S MEHNDI PARTY Saturday, May 16th 6-9pm
Immerse yourself in sacred ancient culture—your hands or feet will be decorated with traditional Indian henna while you feast on Indian snacks, sweets, tea, and cocktails. Enjoy your Mehndi decoration for 1-2 weeks.
Hosts: Vanessa and Angelika Lacer $35/person

BEER BREWING 101 Sunday, May 17 2-5pm
Love beer? Try your hand at brewing. Seasoned brewer Ben Hudson will provide the supplies and instruction. You’ll get to sip a perfectly aged batch while you’re working and take home bottled samples for later.
Hosts: Ben Hudson and Steve Klein $35/person

FAMILY PHOTO BEACH PARTY Saturday May 23
Beach house party! We will begin with a late afternoon photo session on the beach with one of your photographer hosts followed by food, drinks and surf play. Package includes a keeper photo CD.
Hosts: Bo and Jill Webb and Angie Oakley $200/family

FRIENDS CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT Saturday May 23 11:30am
Rally your golf buddies and join us at Castle Bay Golf Club in Hampstead for a round of 18. Package includes green fees, cart, boxed lunch, and drinks. Prizes will be plentiful.
Hosts: Andrew Renton and Rob Hawthorne $100/player

DAD & KID MASONBORO CAMPING TRIP Saturday, 6/13 SOLD OUT!!!
Celebrate the end of school by taking your kid(s) camping. Enjoy a boat ride and beach play, followed by wieners, s’mores and ghost tales. All you need is camping gear…and a kid. Lifejackets available by request.
Hosts: Andrew Renton and Steve Klein $75/family

Vietnamese Noodle Night was a bowl of laughs!

2009-05-12T11:32:00.000-07:00

"Cảm ơn" to Dana Sachs and Todd Berliner for hosting one of FSW's favorite traditions.

Karaoke Night at the Sharp's was a hit!

2009-04-03T12:39:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Jonnie & Robert Sharp for hosting and to all the musical guest stars!

2009-04-03T12:32:00.000-07:00

2008-2009 SERIES OF FRIENDS EVENTS
SIGN UP NOW FOR YOUR FAVORITE SOFE EVENT--HURRY, EVENTS ARE FILLING UP!
Sign up in either lobby or email hsklein@yahoo.com

VIETNAMESE NOODLE NIGHT Saturday, April 18 7pm--ALMOST FULL!
Journey to Vietnam for the evening for dinner in our traditional noodle shop. Wear something comfortable, we'll be sitting on the floor and eating on mats. As the Vietnamese say, "Xin moi!" (We welcome you!)
Hosts: Todd Berliner and Dana Sachs $40/person or $75/pair

SUNSET COCKTAIL CRUISE May 16--SOLD OUT!!!
Take a spirit-filled cruise to one of NC’s uninhabited islands that will make you feel like Richard Branson on Necker Island. Hosts: Amy McKay and Will Cocke $35/person

HOLLYWOOD DOG TRICKS Saturday, May 4 10am (new date)
Your furry superstars will amaze you as they learn to stick ‘em up, balance a treat on their nose, wave goodbye…and other applause-worthy tricks. Package includes a commemorative photo for the fan club.
Host: Heather Walters, PetSmart trainer/Parent $25/dog

WOMEN'S MEHNDI PARTY Saturday, May 16th 6-9pm
Immerse yourself in sacred ancient culture—your hands or feet will be decorated with traditional Indian henna while you feast on Indian snacks, sweets, tea, and cocktails. Enjoy your Mehndi decoration for 1-2 weeks.Hosts: Vanessa and Angelika Lacer $35/person

BEER BREWING 101 Sunday, May 17 2-5pm
Love beer? Try your hand at brewing. Seasoned brewer Ben Hudson will provide the supplies and instruction. You’ll get to sip a perfectly aged batch while you’re working and take home bottled samples for later.
Hosts: Ben Hudson and Steve Klein $35/person

FAMILY PHOTO BEACH PARTY One Lovely Saturday in May TBD
Beach house party! We will begin with a late afternoon photo session on the beach with one of your photographer hosts followed by food, drinks and surf play. Package includes a keeper photo CD.
Hosts: Bo and Jill Webb and Angie Oakley $200/family

FRIENDS CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT Saturday May 23 11:30am
Rally your golf buddies and join us at Castle Bay Golf Club in Hampstead for a round of 18. Package includes green fees, cart, boxed lunch, and drinks. Prizes will be plentiful.
Hosts: Andrew Renton and Rob Hawthorne $100/player

DAD & KID MASONBORO CAMPING TRIP Saturday, Date TBD with attendees--ALMOST FULL!
Celebrate the end of school by taking your kid(s) camping. Enjoy a boat ride and beach play, followed by wieners, s’mores and ghost tales. All you need is camping gear…and a kid. Lifejackets available by request.
Hosts: Andrew Renton and Steve Klein $75/family

Updated event calendar 2/16

2009-02-16T07:57:00.000-08:00

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
---NEW EVENTS ADDED WEEKLY---

MARCH

KARAOKE LOUNGE AT THE SHARP’S Saturday, March 21
Bring your hipster self to our swanky karaoke lounge for cocktails, tantalizing appetizers and groovy tunes courtesy of your fellow Friends School parents. No singing expertise necessary or preferred and no heckling allowed. Be prepared to dance, laugh, sing and have fun.
Hosts: Jonnie and Robert Sharp
$35/person (20 spots available)

HOLLYWOOD DOG TRICKS Saturday. March 28
Your furry superstars will amaze you as they learn to stick ‘em up, balance a treat on their nose, wave goodbye…and other applause-worthy tricks. Package includes a commemorative photo for the fan club.
Host: Heather Walters, PetSmart trainer/Parent
$25/dog (15 spots available)

APRIL

NEW! VIETNAMESE NOODLE NIGHT Saturday, April 18 7:00
Journey to Vietnam for the evening and settle down for dinner at the home of Todd Berliner and Dana Sachs, transformed into a traditional noodle shop. Wear something comfortable, because we'll be sitting on the floor and eating on mats (although chairs will be available, if you prefer them). In addition to our noodle dishes, we'll serve beer and wine and dessert. As the Vietnamese say, "Xin moi!" (We welcome you!)
Hosts: Todd Berliner and Dana Sachs
$40/person or $75/pair

SUNSET COCKTAIL CRUISE Date TBD to accomodate attendees
Take a spirit-filled cruise to one of NC’s uninhabited islands that will make you feel like Richard Branson on Necker Island.
Hosts: Amy McKay and Will Cocke
$35/person (6 spots available)

YOUR OWN PERSONAL PARENT TRAINER Date TBD to accomodate attendees
Enjoy an evening of real-time, interactive parenting advice specific to your unique issues. Learn new strategies to deal with your children on topics such as discipline, sibling rivalry, self-esteem, communication and more.
Host: Nancy Kotz, MSW, LCSW, Personal Parent Trainer
$25/person (10 spots available)

MAY

NEW! WOMEN'S MEHNDI PARTY Saturday, May 16th 6-9pm
Immerse yourself in sacred ancient culture—like an honored South Asian bride, your hands or feet will be decorated with traditional Indian henna while you feast on Indian snacks, sweets, tea, and cocktails. Enjoy your Mehndi decoration for 1-2 weeks.
Hosts: Vanessa and Angelika Lacer
$35/person (10 spots available)

BEER BREWING 101 Date TBD to accomodate attendees
Learn the skill every man wants to know. Brew your own batch of beer while you sample some of the USA’s finest microbrews. Take home a taster of your handiwork for later.
Hosts: Ben Hudson and Steve Klein
$35/person (10 spots available)

FAMILY PHOTO BEACH PARTY One Lovely Saturday in May TBD
Beach house party! We will begin with a late afternoon photo session on the beach with one of your hosts followed by food, drinks and surf play. There are rumors that the margarita machine may make a repeat performance! Package includes a keeper photo CD.
Hosts: Bo and Jill Webb and Angie Oakley
$200/family (5 families)

PHILOSOPHY ROUND TABLE Date TBD (Moved from February)
Is your brain soft from too much Wii? Join an intellectual circle for a stimulating philosophical discussion over coffee and snacks. Topic to be finalized with input from attendees.
Host: Brooke Schueneman
$25/intellectual (10 spots available)

JUNE

DAD & KID MASONBORO CAMPING TRIP Saturday, Date TBD with attendees
Celebrate the end of school by taking your kid(s) camping. Enjoy a boat ride and beach play, followed by wieners, s’mores and ghost tales. All you need is camping gear…and a kid. Lifejackets available by request.
Hosts: Andrew Renton and Steve Klein
$75/pair (+$25 for each additional kid) (10 boat seats available)

2008-2009 Series of Friends Events (SOFE)

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ABOUT SOFE
SOFE is a friendraising initiative, showcasing the diverse talents and interests of the Friends School community and making connections between families while raising funds for special projects that benefit our students. Generous families and community members have volunteered to host a variety of fantastic events—social, educational, even nautical. All you have to do is pick your favorite and sign up. Hurry, space is limited! (But don’t worry—we’re adding new events weekly.)

Get in the spirit—host your own SOFE event! Email Heidi Klein at www.hsklein@yahoo.com with your idea.

SIGN UP AT THE SOFE BOARD IN EACH CAMPUS LOBBY!

CALENDAR OF SOFE EVENTS
New events being added weekly

FEBRUARY

Philosophy Round Table
Friday evening, Feb. 13
Is your brain soft from too much Wii? Join an intellectual circle for a stimulating philosophical discussion over coffee and snacks. Topic to be finalized with input from attendees.
Host: Brooke Schueneman
$25/intellectual (10 spots available)

Parenting Seminar—for Parents of 5th - 8th Graders
Wednesday, Feb. 25
Why Won't They Just Do What They're Told? You, Your Tween & a Changing World
Perplexed by the transition? Find out the most important things your tween wants and needs from you. You'll learn that it is possible to have a great relationship with your child and begin to see new ways of thinking about your role as a parent. Includes Q&A and home practice skills.
Host: Fran Rudolph, M.A., Professional Certified Family & Life Coach www.todaycoaching.com
$25/person (20 spots available)

Mother/Daughter Tea (age 6+)
Saturday High Noon, February 28
Don your frilliest dress for a delightful tea party with your favorite little ladies. Enjoy great company while you nibble finger sandwiches, petit fours and other delicacies. Entertainment will include a scavenger hunt!
Host: Troy Kenny
$15/person (16 total spots available)

MARCH

Karaoke Lounge at the Sharps
Saturday, March 21
Bring your hipster self to our swanky karaoke lounge for cocktails, tantalizing appetizers and groovy tunes courtesy of your fellow Friends School parents. No singing expertise necessary or preferred and no heckling allowed. Be prepared to dance, laugh, sing and have fun.
Host: Jonnie and Robert Sharp
$35/person (20 spots available)

Hollywood Dog Tricks
Saturday. March 28
Your furry superstars will amaze you as they learn to stick ‘em up, balance a treat on their nose, wave goodbye…and other applause-worthy tricks. Package includes a commemorative photo for the fan club.
Host: Heather Walters, PetSmart trainer/Parent
$25/dog (15 spots available)

APRIL

Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Date TBD with attendees
Take a spirit-filled cruise to one of NC’s uninhabited islands that will make you feel like Richard Branson on Necker Island.
Hosts: Amy McKay and Will Cocke
$35/person (6 spots available)

Your Own Personal Parent Trainer
Date TBD with attendees
Enjoy an evening of real-time, interactive parenting advice specific to your unique issues. Learn new strategies to deal with your children on topics such as discipline, sibling rivalry, self-esteem, communication and more.
Host: Nancy Kotz, MSW, LCSW, Personal Parent Trainer
$25/person (10 spots available)

MAY

Beer Brewing 101
Date TBD with attendees
Learn the skill every man wants to know. Brew your own batch of beer while you sample some of the USA’s finest microbrews. Take home a taster of your handiwork for later.
Hosts: Ben Hudson and Steve Klein
$35/person (10 spots available)

Family Photo Beach Party
One Lovely Saturday in May TBD
Beach house party! We will begin with a late afternoon photo session on the beach with one of your hosts followed by food, drinks and surf play. There are rumors that the margarita machine may make a repeat performance! Package includes a keeper photo CD.
Hosts: Jill & Bo Webb and Angie Oakley
$200/family (5 families)

JUNE

Dad & Kid Masonboro Camping Trip
Saturday, Date TBD with attendees (& weather)
Celebrate the end of school by taking your kid(s) camping. Enjoy a boat ride and beach play, followed by wieners, s’mores and ghost tales. All you need is camping gear…and a kid. Lifejackets available by request.
Hosts: Andrew Renton and Steve Klein
$75/pair (+$25 for each additional kid) (10 boat seats available)

SIGN UP AT THE SOFE BOARD IN EACH CAMPUS LOBBY!

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SOFE - Series of Friends School Events

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