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Hi Members,

I know I said we wouldn't be having a meeting in July but I couldn't help 
myself. The North Texas branch of GIG has put together a wonderful information 
class for people just newly diagnosed with Celiac Disease or DH or just starting 
the gluten free diet, for whatever reasons. It will be a 4-hour class on July 
22nd (Saturday) from 1-4pm in the Aspen Conference Rm. at Harrison Medical 
Center. We are asking for a donation of $10 for materials and preparation costs. 
 If you would like to know more about the diseases, reading labels, finding 
foods and just sticking to the diet, please RSVP to Sue Eliot, at 360 275-0171 
or [log in to unmask] before July 20th. This class has been a great success 
with other groups and I am looking forward to addressing the newly diagnosed 
members or those getting a start on the diet, with their questions.

Also, mark your calendars for the GIG Potluck Picnic on August 19th starting 
at 11:00am. We will provide hamburgers, buns, polish hot dogs, beverages, 
dishes and utensils. Please bring a salad or vegetable dish or dessert WITH 
RECIPES and BRAND NAMES OF INGREDIENTS. We want to make this a truly gluten-free 
potluck. The picnic is at Les and Marti Lewis' home at 3303 Mathews Drive NW, 
Bremerton, WA 98312-1941 telephone 360 377-2737 or email [log in to unmask]

Les and Marti live on the water so bring beach shoes if you wish to walk on 
the beach (ouch for barnacles on bare feet!) or swim suits and towels if you 
wish to swim. Les will have his boat in so speedboat rides will be available for 
those who wish to have a new hair do! If it rains, we'll still have it--just 
inside and be rather cozy! Call or email Marti if you have any questions. 
Complete driving instructions will follow at a later date.

I hope to see you on the 22nd or if you don't feel you need the update, 
please try to make the picnic (August 19). Remember! Families and friends are 
always welcome!

Sue Eliot
360 275-0171
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