Club members were honored with a special Christmas Luncheon catered by Middle of the Island Catering. Everyone enjoyed the great food, gift exchange & holiday skit. Special recognition was given to this years three top volunteers. Glenda Nadeau, Ann Livengood & Kaye Sanchez each volunteered more then 200 hours in 2014. Our wonderful, dedicated volunteers are what makes the organization great.
Thanks to everyone who came out to support our 2nd annual Breakfast with Santa. 
Mr and Mrs Santa Claus are coming to Hampstead for breakfast. He will visit with good little boys and girls on Saturday, Dec, 13, 9-11 a.m. at the Hampstead Women’s Club building.
Breakfast with Santa is sponsored by the Hampstead Women’s Club and the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce. This is the second year the two local non-profit organizations have partnered together on a project. The two groups will divide the proceeds and use them to fund scholarships.
“Santa is coming to town,” said Patricia Truscello, president of the Hampstead Women’s Club. “He is stopping here to have breakfast.”
Truscello said volunteers from the chamber and women’s club will cook up sausage and pancakes.
“Each child will have an opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap and tell him what they want for Christmas,” said Tammy Proctor, executive director of the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce. “We encourage parents to bring their cameras and take photos.”
Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are $5 each. Children under the age of 2 are admitted free with a parent’s ticket. Tickets are available from the Hampstead Thrift Store, 14435 US Hwy. 17, or from the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce at 13775 Hwy 50 in Surf City.
“We are members of the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce,” said Truscello. “We are pleased to partner with the chamber in an event that will bring holiday cheer to families. The proceeds will benefit children of the community through scholarships.
Our annual Christmas Bazaar is back and bigger then ever. Doors open Thursday, December 4th at 12 noon. There are hundred of Christmas items to make your holidays special. Outdoor decorations, lights, clothing, jewelry, gift items. dishes, table linens, and more. Three days of fantastic savings. Thursda,y December 4th, 12-6; Friday, December 5th, 10-4; and Saturday, December 6th, 9-1.
The Women’s Club was excited to participate again in this fun filled family event. The theme this year was the 70’s however not everyone got the memo and we had some really attractive witches and M&M’s. It’s always fun when the club members can get together for a community event. Lots of popcorn, candy, and laughs.
Cecil was our helpful witch.
Tom and Gerry rocking the 70’s costumes.
Pat and Kay always happy and ready to work!
Robin sneaking away from the booth for some fun of her own!
Robin, Lisa, Rose & Robin working together to get things setup.
Diane surprising everyone with the green hair and cute costume.
Doug keeping things moving.
It was Wednesday, the store was closed, but that didn’t stop some volunteers from working at the thrift store. Thanks to all those who came out to help load the truck for charity. Heidi Russell, Steven Paquette, Robin Jones, Nicky Carroll, Glenda Nadeau, and Mike and Brian Steinkamp all worked hard to get that truck filled. At the thrift store we try to be good stewards with all the donations we receive. Sometimes things don’t sell or aren’t what we sell in the store so we save those donation and pass them on to other non-profits that help the community. Today a truck was loaded for Friendship Clothing which uses the donation to help in disaster relief and another truck from Habitat for Humanity Resale Shop picked up what was left. Please continue to donate to the thrift store and know that your donations will be used to benefit Hampstead and the surrounding communities.
Steven Paquette, Mike Steinkamp, and Nicky Carroll filling the trailer.
Glenda Nadeau, Heidi Russell and Robin Jones work to clean out the outbuilding.
Currently we will not be able to accept any large donations until we complete the expensive and tedious job of moving our sheds over a few feet as required by the county zoning office. We had requested a variance from the Board of Appeals but it was denied yesterday. The sad part is, that the money it is costing us in lawyer fees, and moving the buildings is now going to impact the amount of money we will be able to give our local schools, food banks, senior center, meals on wheels, and others. Please be patient with us as we work to come into compliance. We are still accepting donations of clothes, and small household items which are not stored in the outbuilding. We hope to have everything done by the 2nd week of September and will gladly start accepting your larger donation again. We are committed to supporting Hampstead and the surrounding community and will do everything we can to lessen the impact. Your generous donations to the Thrift Store are what make these financial gifts and scholarships possible and we can’t thank you enough.
Santa Claus is coming to Hampstead for breakfast. He will visit with good little boys and girls on Saturday, Dec, 14, 9-11 a.m. at the Hampstead Women’s Club building, 14435 Hwy. 17.
Breakfast with Santa is sponsored by the Hampstead Women’s Club and the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce. This is the first time the two local non-profit organizations have partnered together on a project. The two groups will divide the proceeds and use them to fund scholarships for children and a donation to a local food bank.
“Santa is coming to town,” said Patricia Truscello, president of the Hampstead Women’s Club. “He is stopping here to have breakfast.”
Truscello said volunteers from the chamber and women’s club will cook up sausage and pancakes.
“Each child will have an opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap and tell him what they want for Christmas,” said Tammy Proctor, interim executive director of the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce. “We encourage parents to bring their cameras and take photos.”
Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are $5 each. Children under the age of 2 are admitted free with a parent’s ticket. Tickets are available from the Hampstead Thrift Store, 14435 US Hwy. 17, or from the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce at 13775 Hwy 50 in Surf City.
“We are members of the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce,” said Truscello. “We are pleased to partner with the chamber in an event that will bring holiday cheer to families. The proceeds will benefit children of the community through scholarships and food.”
For more information call the Hampstead Women’s Club at 910-270-9510 or the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce at 910-329-4446.
The Hampstead Women’s Club will host a holiday-themed craft fair Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at the Hampstead Women’s Club Building, 14435 U.S. Hwy. 17.
The craft fair will feature quality artisans and crafters selling handmade stockings, baked goods, jewelry, handbags, home décor and more.
“Our previous craft shows have been so popular.” said Patricia Truscello, president of the Hampstead Women’s Club. “We look forward to our Holiday Craft Fair. It’s a wonderful event to start Christmas shopping.”
Admission to the craft fair is free.
For more information, contact the women’s club at 910-270-9549 or e-mail hampcommunbld@gmail.com.