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Lake Hammock Village
Homeowners Association
Board of Directors 2010
Officers and Directors
President: Walter Strohmaier 2010*
Vice Pres.:
Secretary: Donna Chilton 2010*
Treasurer: Gail Seal 2010*
Director: Herman Biba 2011*
Director: George Palmer 2010*
Director: Karen Patelunas 2010*
*Denotes term ends at the end of the noted year
Committee Chairs
Activities (November): Jane Biba 422-6531
Gator Tales: Tammy Anthis 353-1959
Phone Squad: Jane Biba 422-6531
Sunshine: Marileigh Osborn 421-6289
Welcome: Marilyn Smith 421-1018
“Gator Tales” is available online at: http://floridacommunities.com/lake-hammock-newsletter.
November 2010
The Unofficial Newsletter of Lake Hammock Village
Tammy Anthis, Editor
The Unofficial Newsletter of Lake Hammock Village
Tammy Anthis, Editor
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Facts about November
The topaz is the November birthstone, and the special
flower of the month is the chrysanthemum.
November is the eleventh month of the year according to
the Gregorian calendar, which is used in almost all the
world today. It takes its name from novem, the Latin word for nine. In the early
Roman calendar, November was the ninth month. Because July was named for Julius
Caesar and August for Augustus Caesar, the Roman Senate offered to name the
eleventh month for Tiberius Caesar. He refused modestly, saying, "What will you
do if you have thirteen emperors?" Originally there were 30 days in November,
then 29, then 31. From the time of Augustus, it had 30 days.
November comes between autumn and winter. In the North Temperate regions
during November, the trees are bare, and the dead leaves on the earth have lost
the brilliant color they had in October. Soft snow seldom hides the bareness of
the fields, but the grays and browns of the landscapes are sometimes relieved by
delightful days of hazy sunshine. The Anglo-Saxons referred to November as "the
wind month" and sometimes "the blood month," probably because during this period
they killed animals for their winter meat.
Many outdoor activities in the North come to a halt in November. The crops have
been stored or shipped to processing plants and mills, and farmers know whether
or not they have had a successful year. Near the end of November, the people of
the United States celebrate Thanksgiving Day. The Pilgrims celebrated the first
New England Thanksgiving to express gratitude for their first harvest in the new
land. In Canada, where the colder climate forces farmers to harvest crops earlier,
Thanksgiving is celebrated in October. Football is the outstanding sport in
November. The weather is usually ideal for football. Spectators watch their
favorite teams play in the sometimes frosty air.
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Holidays in November
Election Day in the United States is the day set by law for the election of public officials.
It occurs on the Tuesday after the first Monday of November. The earliest possible date
is November 2 and the latest possible date is November 8. Election Day is November 2,
2010 this year.
Veterans Day honors men and women who have served in
the United States armed services. Veterans Day is a legal
federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated on
November 11th. The United Kingdom celebrates November
11 as Armistice Day. It is not a legal holiday, but special
observances celebrate the armistice that ended World
War I on Nov. 11, 1918. Canada has a legal holiday called
Remembrance Day that is celebrated on November 11. Veterans Day celebrations in the
United States include parades and speeches. Special services are held at the Tomb of the
Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, on Veterans Day.
In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as Armistice Day to remind
Americans of the tragedies of war. A 1938 law made the day a federal holiday. In 1954,
Congress changed the holiday's name to Veterans Day to honor all United States veterans.
~Above Information from The World Book Encyclopedia~
Thanksgiving Day is a harvest festival where people thank the
harvest and express gratitude in general. Mainly celebrated in
Canada and the United States of late it has been considered as a
secular holiday.
It started a long time back. During the ancient times the farmers
used to believe that the crops that they harvest contain spirits. And they get released
when the crops are harvested which might come as a threat to the farmers. To destroy
these spirits the farmers used to celebrate these harvest festivals. Thanksgiving or these
kinds of harvest festivals were prevalent in ancient Greece, Egypt, China and Rome.
History has lot of controversies about the time when Thanksgiving started. However, the
first traditional Thanksgiving was revered at Plymouth Plantation in the year 1621. Today,
it is celebrated in the United States on the fourth Thursday of November and the second
Monday in October in Canada. Thanksgiving dinner is held on this day with family and
friends.
The present day of Thanksgiving was initiated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt 1939
later in 1941 the Congress approved it.
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November Happenings
Our month starts out with the HOA Board meeting on Tuesday, November 2nd at 7 PM.
The Activities committee will be meeting on Thursday, November 4th at 2 PM. We
need more people on the committee, so that we would have enough for everyone to do 1
month a year. Please come to the meeting. It’s not hard work.
Saturday, November 6th from 7-10 PM we will be having a
“Welcome Dance” with a D.J. from our own park, Ron and Arlene
Plouffe. It will be B.Y.O. drinks and snacks to share. We will have a
raffle, 1/$1.00 or 3/$2.00. The HOA is paying for the D.J. and the
raffle gift. Hope every one of you will come. We will have a good
time.
Tuesday, November 9th at 7 PM will be the HOA meeting. Please attend.
Thursday, November 11th at 8:30 AM we will celebrate Veteran’s
Day at our coffee time. Coffee time will be moved from
Wednesday to Thursday. We will have a small ceremony. Elaine
Blake will lead us in song and sing a solo.
Saturday, November 13th at 8:30-noon will be our Garage Sale. Three dollars will be
collected for each driveway selling items. George Palmer is chairman.
Monday, November 15th at 4:30 PM (carpooling) we will be Dining
Out for our “Early Bird Dinner” at “T Bones”. Come and join us
for some good food and conversation.
Friday, November 19th at 9:30 AM (carpooling) our ladies will be
going to the “Auburndale Flee Market”. After a couple of hours
at the Flee Market we will go to “Richards” for lunch.
Saturday, November 20th at 8:30 AM we will meet at “R-Place Eatery”
for breakfast. Join us for a nice start of the day.
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Sunday, November 21st we will celebrate our birthdays &
anniversaries at 6:30 PM at the clubhouse. Everyone is invited,
even if it isn’t you birthday or anniversary month. A movie will
follow.
Thursday, November 25th is our Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner at 1 PM. The HOA pays
for the turkeys and hams. We are going to start charging
for GUESTS this year. The cost will be: adults $4.00,
children age 5-12 $2.00, under age 5 free. You must pay
for guests 1 week ahead to Lori Johnsen at 151 Glen Este
Blvd.
We will finish out the month with Crafts on Monday, November 29th at 1 PM. We will
be making Christmas ornaments. Come and have fun.
Dining by the book will be on Monday, November 29th at
4:30 PM (carpooling).
It’s Here! The Enjoyment Book
The Enjoyment Book is still $30 for a year’s two for one specials that include dining,
sports events, and services. It’s available at 72 Sargent St., either cash or checks made
out to L.H.V. Any questions please call Mary Ann Donovan at
422-3465.
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Welcome Back Dance Saturday, November 6th - 7-10 pm
DJ Ron
Please allow me to introduce our DJ service. My wife and I have teamed up in order to provide your event or party with professional entertainment. We get people involved and it won’t break the bank. We have a large library of music to pick from so the music never stops. There are many good time songs included in our library. Songs that everyone knows so they can sing along as they dance. We get people excited by playing the right song at the right volume at the right time. If you are looking for someone who is comfortable with a microphone and can keep your event moving along, give us a call or e-mail us. Call Arlene or Ron @ (863)422-4252 E-mail: [email protected]
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HAINES CITY COMMUNITY
CALENDAR
(For more information call Parks & Recreation
Department 421-3700)
Farmers Market: Every Wednesday at Railroad Park
Friday, November 5th: Movie in the Park – Lake Eva Park 8-10 PM
Sunday, November 14th: Music in the Park – Lake Eva Park 2-8 PM
Saturday, November 20th: Cruise In – Railroad Park 5-9 PM
Saturday, November 27th: Bike Fest – Railroad Park 4-9 PM
Events Around the Area
Fall Clean-Up
The city has scheduled its Fall Clean-Up for Saturday, November 13th. For more
information call Haines City Public Works at 421-3777.
Haines City Community Theater
A Nice Family Gathering by Phil Olson
A story about a man who loved his wife so much, he almost told her. After he dies,
he tries to tell her at Thanksgiving dinner with the whole family in attendance.
Unfortunately, she can't see or hear him.
Show Dates: November 12-13 & 19-20 @ 8:00 November 14 & 21 @ 2:30
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Lakeridge Winery Annual Holiday Open House
Free Admission.
This event welcomes the holiday season with hot
mulled wine and lots of specials in the wine shop. Local
Artists and Crafters are invited to display their work,
just in time to pick out that perfect gift for a loved
one. Enjoy live music on outdoor stage.
November 12th & 13th – 10 am – 5 pm November 14th – 11 am – 5 pm.
Celebration Events
Join Celebration Town Center as they kick off 12th Annual Now
Snowing event with a Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 27th
from 5:30-9 PM. This special tree lighting event will feature live
music, a special entrance by Santa Claus himself, and family fun
for everyone. Nightly Snow Falls at 6, 7, 8 and 9 PM.
The Best on Earth: A Veteran's Day Tribute
If someone has done military service, They earn the title "veteran," and more;
They earn our deep respect and admiration;
That they are special no one can ignore. They sacrificed the comforts we enjoy;
The list is long of all the things they gave; Our veterans are extraordinary people;
They’re loyal, dedicated, true and brave.
When terror and invasion were real threats, They showed us they could handle any storm.
We owe our freedoms and our very lives To our veterans, who served in uniform.
Our veterans should be celebrities;
They’re exceptional; no other group compares. We’re grateful for the many things they’ve done;
They’re always in our hearts and in our prayers. We owe our veterans support and friendship; Let no one ever question what they’re worth.
These men and women served us and our country; Our veterans--the very best on earth.
By Joanna Fuchs
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Autumn
Find and circle all of the Autumn words that are hidden in the
grid. The remaining letters spell a secret message - an Albert
Camus quotation.
ACORN
APPLE
BIRD MIGRATION
BLOWING LEAVES
BLUSTERY DAY
CANNING
CHESTNUTS
CHILLY
COLD
CROPS
EQUINOX
FALL
FARMING
FEAST
FROST
HALLOWEEN
HARVEST
HAYSTACK
HICKORY NUTS
LONGER NIGHTS
NOVEMBER
OCTOBER
ORANGE LEAVES
PIE
PUMPKIN
RAKE
RED LEAVES
SCARECROW
SCHOOL
SEASON
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Sick List Please keep these people in your thoughts and prayers:
Olive Craighton – The Meadows at Cypress Gardens – she
would love to have visitors. After 2:00 pm is good.
Ed Francis – Haines City Health Care
Bruce Lemay - Home
Helen Sheets – Savannah Court of Haines City
If you know of anyone that is sick or in the hospital please let Marileigh Osborn
(421-6289) know so she can get a card to them.
Thanks Dear Friends,
As I look at my wall and see over 40 cards and letters, I cannot
believe that so many residents were thinking of my well being
during hospitalization this past September.
Thank you all so much for your thoughts and prayers to help us through this
journey.
Good Neighbors help make matters much more hopeful during the healing process.
Love & Thanks to all, with sincere appreciation
The Lemays (35 Silvercrest)
SUNCREST SALES CORPORATION
AT LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE 36106 Highway 27, Haines City FL 33844 863-421-5764 Fax 863-421-7378
Sales Staff
John Bialy (Home) 863-422-0521 (cell) 863-956-6540
Judy Dixon (Home) 863-421-7244 (cell) 863-325-6846
Kay Levinson (Home) 863-422-8543 (cell) 863-206-1675
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November Birthdays
1st Barbara Pund
2nd Suzanne Morin
3rd David Schnopp
5th Wayne Saunders
7th William Mabry
9th Mark Anthis
9th Charles Loveall
9th Emily Marshall
9th Don VanDeman
10th Charles Wheatley
12th Betty Kretz
18th Ruth Ives
18th Doreene Martell
18th Sulma Rivera
21st Trish Keiger
23rd Mary Schnopp
25th Carol Gould
26th Royce Smith
27th Gerald Blake
27th Arlene Plouffe
29th Pat Vazquez
November Anniversaries
1st Chris & Victoria Goodwin
30 years
1st Jim & Hazel VanDyke
63 years
2nd Jeff Hunt & Lori Johnsen
8 years
4th Bill & Sue Pickard
10 years
29th David & Karen Butcher
41 years
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New Residents
Welcome to our community!
Joe and JoAnne Lucito 69 Sargent St. Joe and JoAnne moved here from
Dyer, Indiana. They are retired from St. Margaret Mercy Healthcare Ctr. They
have interest in sports, fishing and boating.
Gregory & Susan Wolfinger, 19 Silvercrest. Gregory, Sue, and Barney (long
haired dachshund) have moved here from Michigan. They are retired from General
Motors. Sue works part time at Dollar Tree, Posner Plaza. They have interest in
bingo, cards, knitting, crocheting, and model trains.
Please add them to your directory, and we look forward to seeing them at some of
our activities in the clubhouse.
Lordex Spine Institute of Polk County
Ridge Chiropractic
Dr Chris Raemisch, DC
Medical breakthrough ends back pain without drugs or surgery.
Call or come for FREE consultation, see if you’re a candidate!
82 Maxcy Plaza Circle, Haines City, Fl
863-421-9700
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November 7th marks end of Daylight Savings Time.
Before going to bed on Saturday night remember to set
your clocks back 1 hour.
Remember to fly your flag on November 11th, Veterans Day. Honor
the many heroes from all the wars who died for our freedom.
Heroes Die for Me by Jamie Burns
I am the flag
I look down upon this land called America.
I have been here since this great nation was formed,
I have seen each battle fought
I have seen the heroes die for me, for my country
Thank you all those of you
Who have kept me flying in the breeze
Keeping this country united as one.
Thank you those of you who have sacrificed your lives,
Giving up all that I may still fly,
Watching over the citizens of this nation.
Thank you all those of you who have ever fought,
I am ever grateful for you.
You risked everything; you faced death each day,
Faced fear, faced many terrible things.
And because of you, my thank you's ring out,
Filling the sky, echoing from the hills
They find their way to the graveyards,
And to all of you still living,
You are a special kind of person.
To anyone who has ever served this country,
And to those serving today
Thank you.
As I watch life from atop my flagpole,
As I think of all you've done,
My feelings become too powerful for words
And all I can say is thank you.
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New Events to Join in the park
If interested sign up at the clubhouse
Line Dance Class
We are learning line dance on Thursdays, at 11:00 AM in the
club house. The class is taught by Andy & Nancy Belski. If
you know how to dance or think you have two left feet come to our fun class.
Shuffle Board League
We need a group of men and women to play shuffle board on
Tuesday’s at 10:00 AM. Come on down and join us. Teams will
be drawn on the day of play.
Bunco Group
Strictly speaking, Bunco is a game of dice, played in rounds.
Players take turns rolling the dice and trying to accumulate as
many points as possible to win each round. The game is played at
tables of four in competing teams of two.
Now we're going to tell you the truth...
Bunco is a social event. It's a party. It's a blast!
Twelve of us get together once a month, leaving the cares and
worries behind.
We fall off our diets, snacking on M&Ms, Chex-Mix, or anything else we can get our
hands on. We drink our favorite spritzer, Chardonnay, or Drink-of-the-night, and
we talk. Oh yeah, and we play a silly, mindless dice game with wild abandon, hoping
to take home a few more sheckles then we arrived with.
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Newsletter Information
All newsletters can be viewed in color on the web site at
www.floridacommunities.com (click on Lake Hammock at
bottom of page). Just a reminder any information for Gator
Tales needs to be submitted to me by the 20th of every
month.
Tammy Anthis (Editor) Gator Tales Staff:
(863) 353-1959 Nancy Belski
50 Sargent St Mary Ann Donovan
[email protected] Richard & Marion Spiegel
____________________________________________________
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Lake Hammock Home Owners Association
Lake Hammock HOA needs a larger number of park residents to become active
members in our association. Our officers, directors, and active members really
do care what you think and need your help!
Meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM
Come early and enjoy a chat with your neighbors
All residents (owners of homes and renters) are invited
Good way to meet new neighbors
Get to hear the HOA Board accomplishments and plans
Always looking for volunteers
We need your input, questions, and suggestions
For all members there may be a vote on issues needed and your vote is
important
Activities Committee Needs Your Help
Your Activities Committee meets once a month for about 1 hour to plan monthly
activities for our park residents. We would like to have at least 12 members so
that each member only needs to be in charge of one month a year. If we have more
members then we can have a monthly chairperson and a co-chairperson. All
residents full time, winter residents, and renters are encouraged to come with
your help and suggestions.
Responsibilities of Monthly Activities Chairperson
1. In charge of monthly planning meeting (you run the meeting but everyone gives
suggestions for activities).
2. Submit article for Gator tales re: activities for that month.
3. Signup sheets (You give a list of the activities, dates, times to Judy Dixon)
4. Find or host the events.
5. Calling restaurants to set up for reservations.
6. Activity folder passed on to next month’s chairperson
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LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2010
BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
DONNA CHILTON, GAIL SEAL, KAREN PATELUNAS
HERMAN BIBA, WALTER STROHMAIER, GEORGE PALMER
I. Call to order: Walter Strohmaier called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
II. Previous Minutes
A. Previous minutes read by Donna Chilton
B. Motion to approve by George Palmer, second by Walter Strohmaier
III. Treasurer’s Report
A. Report given by Gail Seal
B. Motion to approve by Donna Chilton, second by Herman Biba
IV. Manager’s Report
A. Haines City Police Department to speak on October 12 @ 6:30 pm
B. Discussions around starting a neighborhood awareness group
C. Other parks having scammers - be on the lookout for solicitors - Call Renee
D. Safety Awareness discussion
V. FMO Report
B. Bill Williams contacted. Wants to speak to Board before he does presentation to
HOA group. Board decided to wait until February so he can meet with the new
Board.
VI. Old Business
A. Still no volunteer for yard sale. Will ask for volunteer at HOA meeting next
week. If no one volunteers the event will be canceled.
VII. New Business
A. Board decided that $12,000 in bank account belonged to HOA. Discussion had
been around part being a legal fund. Motion made by Walter Strohmaier,
seconded by Herman Biba.
B. With Walter Strohmaier being acting President he needed a copy of the minutes
stating Judy Dixon’s resignation for securing a new signature card at the bank.
Donna Chilton to get signed copy to him before the HOA meeting on October 12.
VII. Motion to close meeting by Donna Chilton, seconded by Gail Seal. Meeting
adjourned by majority vote at 7:45 PM.
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LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION
HOMEOWNERS ASSOCITION MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2010
BOARD MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
WALTER STROHMAIER, GAIL SEAL,
HERMAN BIBA, GEORGE PALMER
I. Call to order: Walter Strohmaier called the meeting to order at 7:40 PM.
II. Previous Minutes
A. Previous minutes read by Herman Biba
B. Motion to approve by Maryann Donovan, second by Joyce Ladyman
III. Treasurer’s Report
A. Treasurer’s report read by Gail Seal.
B. Motion to approve by Kaye Levinson, second by Kathy Strohmaier
IV. Manager’s Report
A. Sheriff presenting next month.
B. Bigger sign out front for No Soliciting.
V. FMO Report
A. First meeting in October. No new information at this time.
B. Bill Williams to meet with new board in February.
VI. Old Business
A. Update HOA Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation to be voted on at Annual
HOA Members meeting in January. Also, vote on need for Liability Insurance
for HOA and Board. Chuck Osborn gave his thoughts on this.
B. Welcome Back Dance scheduled for November 6 with resident DJ Ronald Plouffe. All
encouraged to attend.
VII. New Business
A. Marileigh Osborn has 3 people to run for the board.
B. Richard Spiegel stated we should ask owners to negotiate rent. We cannot for 4
years.
C. George Palmer and Herb Hunt volunteered to run the Yard Sale planned for
November 13.
VII. Motion to close meeting
Meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm.
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If you have changes for the 2011 telephone directory please let us know by sending in this completed form.
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LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Resident Telephone and Lot Number Directory 2011 UPDATE
Date:________________
Name (1st resident)_____________________________ Birth date___________
Name (2nd resident)_______________________________Birth date___________
Name (3rd resident)_______________________________Birth date___________
If married please provide wedding anniversary date:________________
Address: _____________________________
Telephone number(s) _______________;_______________;_______________
Please send your updated information to
Tammy Anthis (50 Sargent St.) [email protected]
or
Lori Johnsen (151 Glen Este Blvd.) [email protected]
The 2011 directory will be ready for distribution in early January. Please have your
update to us before 12/25.
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM
Men's Poker
2
Election Day
7:00 PM HOA Board
Meeting
3 8:30 AM Coffee/Donuts
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM Men’s Poker Dominoes
4 8:00 AM Men's Breakfast
11:00 AM Line Dance
2:00 - Activ. Meeting 7:00 PM
Bingo
5
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
6
7:00-10:00 PM Welcome
Back Dance
7
Daylight Saving Time
Ends (clocks back)
8
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM
Men's Poker
9
7:00 PM HOA
Meeting
10
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM Men’s Poker Dominoes
11 8:30 AM
Coffee/Donuts Veterans Day
11:00 AM Line Dance
7:00 PM Bingo
12
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
13
8:30 AM-Noon
Yard Sale
7:00 PM
Ladies’ Poker
14 15 9:30 AM
Water Aerobics 4:30 PM
Early Bird Dining 7:00 PM
Men's Poker
16 17 8:30 AM Coffee/Donuts
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM Men’s Poker Dominoes
18
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast
11:00 AM Line Dance
7:00 PM Bingo
19
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
9:30 AM Flea Market
& Ladies Lunch
20
8:30 AM Breakfast R-Eatery
7:00 PM Ladies’ Poker
21 6:30 PM Birthday/
Anniversary Celebration
7:00 PM Movie
22
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM
Men's Poker
23 24 8:30 AM Coffee/Donuts
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM Men’s Poker Dominoes
25
Thanksgiving Day
1:00 PM Meal
7:00 PM Bingo
26
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
27
7:00 PM
Ladies’ Poker
28 29 9:30 AM
Water Aerobics 1:00 PM Crafts
4:30 PM Dining By The Book
7:00 PM
Men's Poker
30
6:30 Texas Hold'em