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Upcoming Events

“Georgia O’Keeffe: Her Carolina Story”

@ Columbia Museum of Art Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Depart at 8:30 am

Ticket: $10.00 Bring money for lunch.

Pianist, Ethan Uslan Wednesday, January 13, 2016

7:30 pm Community Hall

“Body Worlds &

The Cycle of Life” Discovery Place

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Depart at 1:15 pm Tickets: $25.00

Wood Artist, Charles Farrar Presents: “Artist Talk” Wednesday, January 20, 2016

7:30 pm Community Hall

Recognized Wood Artist Charles Farrar will present

and discuss images of his work and tell how he

transitioned from the corporate world to the creative

world of wood art. Charles’ work is held in private and

corporate collections including The White House.

Blood Pressure Checks

are given by the Resident Services Department in the Clubhouse. Feel free to stop by anytime.

Podiatrist Visit~Dr. Catherine Healy Thursday, December 10, 2015

10:00 am - 2:40 pm Art Room / Game Room

Dr. Catherine Healy, DPM comes to The Cypress

once a month on the 3rd Thursday to see members

for foot care. Please call her assistant, Jennifer

Delorm at either 704-525-1865 or 704-641-0483 to make an

appointment. Or you may sign up for an appointment in the

Activities Book at the Activities Desk if that is more

convenient for you under the blue Podiatrist tab in the back of

the book. Cash and checks accepted. Please direct questions to

Jennifer Delorm at the numbers above.

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OnSite Dermatology Wednesday, December 2, 2015

9:00 am - 1:00 pm Art Room

OnSite Dermatology visits on the 1st Wednesday of

each month for skin care treatment and services. For

appointments or questions please call 877-345-5300. *2

Audibel Hearing Center Tuesday, December 1, 2015

10 - 11 am Game Room

Audibel Hearing visits on the 1st Tuesday of each

month for hearing aid cleaning and checks. Please

come by the college room at your convenience to see

Mackenzie Pearce, hearing instrument specialist.

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Activity Cancellation Policy Effective January 2016

If you sign up to go to an event outside The

Cypress that requires a ticket, you are responsible

for the cost of the ticket once it has been ordered.

If you need to cancel that particular activity, you

will still be billed for the price of the ticket unless

it can be resold to someone on a waiting list.

Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

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Fourth Annual

“’Round the Table Sing” Led by Bob Ivey

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

7:30 pm Community Hall

For the past three years led by our own Bob Ivey, Cypress

members have responded enthusiastically to the old English

tradition of gathering around tables and singing the familiar

carols and Christmas songs of the season. In the beautifully decorated

Community Hall on Wednesday, December 9 at 7:30 pm, a delightful

time of singing will be led by Bob at the piano, joined by Brad Clark on

percussion and Doug Burns on bass. Back again will be the Ivey

Handbell Ensemble and the opening handbell procession. The Hall will

resound with songs from Silent Night to White Christmas, and from

Deck the Hall to We Wish You a Merry Christmas. This is an audience

participation program, fun for all who attend as we share in the The

Twelve Days of Christmas, Must Be Santa and the exciting rendition of

Jingle Bells. And who knows, if the singing is good enough, the Chef

may once again surprise us with his famous flaming “figgy pudding!”

Please sign up under #9 in the Activities Book.

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Holiday Concert by

The Cypress Singers Monday, December 14, 2015

7:30 pm Community Hall

Join the Cypress Singers as

they offer their annual Christmas

Concert directed by Marilynn

Bellmann. Each year the Cypress Singers

perform a special concert for us in

December. This year is no exception. The

group has expanded with some new Cypress

members and a new director.

Twenty-eight members have been busy

preparing their voices for Christmas

selections that will "make the season

bright." So mark your calendars for Monday,

December 14th at 7:30 pm in Community

Hall. You won't want to miss this special

night of musical entertainment.

*Sign up under #14 in the Activities Book.

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Member Holiday Party with The Stardusters Big Band

Wednesday, December 16, 2015 7:00 - 10:00 pm Community Hall

The Stardusters Big Band begins playing at 7:00 pm

Cypress members get

ready to celebrate the

holidays big band style…

The Sta rdus te r s Big Band

instrumentation consist of five saxes,

four trumpets, four trombones,

piano, drums, bass, guitar and

vocalist. It will be an evening to remember as they entertain us

with music from the 1930’s, 40’s, 50’s and 60’s, such as Glenn

Miller, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, Benny Goodman as well as a

nice collection of other popular tunes. So, don your holiday

apparel and plan to attend an exciting evening of music and

dancing. Remember to let us know you are coming!

*Sign up today under #16 in the Activities Book.

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The Cypress

Outdoor Lighting Display Wednesday, December 2, 2015

5:00 pm Lawn in Front of Community Hall

The Cypress will display outdoor

holiday lights for the first time. Join

in the fun with a “Holiday Tree

Lighting Ceremony.” We will gather for just

a few minutes in front of the Clubhouse near

the Community Hall door for an informal

observance of the lighting of the trees while

our Cypress Singers lead us in singing a few

Christmas carols just before the Happy Hour.

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Friday, December 11

5:00 pm Community Hall

*Sign up under #11.

Cypress Art Class

Wednesdays, December 2, 9 & 16

1:00 - 4:00 pm Art Room

Cypress Chair Volleyball Every Monday

1:15 pm

Community Hall It’s so much fun and everyone is

welcome to come and play.

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Charlotte Ballet Dress Rehearsal of

“Nutcracker”

Wednesday, December 9, 2015 Depart at 12:45 pm

Belk Theater Tickets: $13.00

Charlotte’s favorite holiday tradition Nutcracker celebrates the

sights and sounds of the holiday season. Join us for this holiday voyage

featuring choreography by Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, live music from the

Charlotte Symphony and over 100 performers. You’re guaranteed a magical

snowfall during this special afternoon dress rehearsal!

Led by internationally acclaimed President and Artistic Director Jean-Pierre

Bonnefoux, Charlotte Ballet is known for its strong dancers and versatile

repertoire, ranging from classical ballet like the Nutcracker, to bold,

contemporary works.

*Sign up under #9 in the Activities Book under the Wait List as this trip is full.

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Croquet Tournament Play Saturday, December 5

9:00 am

Community Hall ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Croquet Tournament Finale

Saturday, December 12 9:00 am

Community Hall

Bloody Marys and Cheese & Crackers

No croquet practice in December. Practice will resume in January.

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“A Dickens of a Christmas” by Professor Elliot Engel

Saturday, December 19, 2015 2:00 pm

Community Hall DVD Run Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

A Dickens of a Christmas brings together

drama, insight, and humor to tell the story of the

influence Charles Dickens has had on our most

celebrated holiday season. Professor Elliot Engel, ably

assisted by the character-portrayal of actress Quinn

Hawkesworth, provides an engrossing and little-known

glimpse into our time-honored Christmas traditions. A

Dickens of a Christmas is a holiday treat for the entire

family, and will provide a deeper understanding of why we

celebrate this season with the symbolism and traditions that we all know and

love. It is filled with humorous and entertaining passages from various

literary works and the dramatic and energized readings by Quinn

Hawkesworth are sure to delight one and all.

Interested in Bridge Lessons

with Dr. Bill Kouri? If so, sign up in the front of the Activities Book.

Lessons will begin in January.

Look for details next month.

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December Birthdays

Grady Hubbard 1

Nell Bryan 2

Tat Kleckley 3

Ann Phillips 3

Bernie Piemont 3

Joel Webster 4

Walter Edwards 5

Marjorie Watson 8

M.T. Davis 9

Bill Kouri 9

Nance Turner 9

Walter Elisha 10

Anne Tuttle 10

Bee Hubbard 11

Bill Hollenbach 14

Julianna Toth 14

Barbara Kouri 15

Joyce Carter 16

Elena Giblin 19

Gay Morris 21

George Duensing 22

Lottie Goldman 23

Lola Turner 23

John Geaney 25

Pat Terrell 26

Gwen Warren 28

Charles MacCallum 30

Claire Barnhardt 31

Helen Neff 31

Ruth Slesinger 31

Charlotte Symphony Pops “Magic of Christmas”

Saturday, December 5, 2015 Depart at 7:15 pm

Belk Theater

Don't miss this seasonal tradition as spirited conductor Albert-George

Schram leads the Symphony, the Charlotte Symphony Chorus, and an array

of spectacular guests in this festive program, complete with sing-alongs and

surprises.

*Sign up in the Symphony Book under “Pops” for ride. Tickets have already been purchased for those who requested tickets.

The Gathering Weekly Ecumenical

Worship & Fellowship Every Tuesday

7:15 pm Community Hall

Cypress member, Reverend Neal

Jones, leads The Gathering each

week either delivering a poignant

message or asking a special guest to

speak. Pianist, David Jennings

leads the worship music. This

weekly ecumenical worship and

fellowship time has become a very

special tradition at The Cypress.

All are welcome

for fellowship and worship.

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Tricia Harbaugh

Book Club “Christmas Luncheon”

Monday, December 14, 2015

11:30 am Club Room

New Year’s Celebration with Pianist, David Jennings & Special Champagne Drinks

Thursday, December 31, 2015 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

During brunch in the Copper Grille

We will have an extra special New Year’s Eve Brunch to kickoff your

New Year’s Celebrations this year. We have invited pianist, David Jennings

to play piano for us during brunch and complimentary Champagne drinks will

be provided for each of you in the Copper Grille and in the lobby as you come in. Let’s

toast to the New Year… 2016! Happy New Year!!!!

Duplicate Bridge Thursdays, December 3, 10 & 17

1:00 pm Community Hall

Duplicate bridge is looking for new bridge

players. Sign up in the bridge book at the

Activities Desk. If you need help finding a

partner, please contact the Activities Department. Bridge will not

meet Thursday December 24th or 31st. Bridge will resume

January 7, 2016.

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Women’s Breakfast

Monday, December 14 Depart at 8:45 am

Park Place Restaurant

*Sign up

under #14.

St. Vincent’s Catholic Mass Friday, December 4

11:15 am

Stewart Health Center Everyone is invited.

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Men’s Breakfast

Monday, December 21 Depart at 8:30 am Charlotte Café

*Sign up under #21.

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Bible Study Every Monday

3:15 pm Community Hall

Chip Furr leads

a b i b l i c a l

discussion on

M o n d a y s i n

Community Hall. Please

join us for wonderful

fellowship and a deeper

understanding of the Bible.

All faiths are welcome.

Modern European History with Cypress Member Eddie Kelly will

resume January 8, 2016.

Lunch Bunch visits

“Bentley’s on 27th” Thursday, December 17, 2015

Depart at 11:15 am Bring money for lunch

Stunning panoramic views and world-class service

come together on the 27th floor of the Charlotte Plaza

Building at Bentley's Restaurant on 27. Executive Chef,

William Schutz, prepares traditional French dishes, created at

each table by the use of mobile cooking carts known as

gueridons. The gueridon, a mobile cooking cart used in French

tableside service, is rarely seen in dining rooms today. In

response to the casual bistro style, now

ubiquitous in restaurants, Jim Emad, sole

proprietor, wanted to bring some excitement

and theater back to the dining room. Both

private and corporate events are welcomed

as the setting can accommodate both a

romantic dinner for two and a wedding reception of over 300.

With an extensive wine list, Bentley's is ideal for a special

holiday lunch out on the town.

*Sign up under #17 in the Activities Book.

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Church at The Cypress Sunday, December 13, 2015

2:00 pm Community Hall

Our preacher will be the Reverend Danny

Trapp, Executive Director of Mecklenburg

Ministries. Founded in 1987 as Mecklenburg

Ministries, Mecklenburg Ministry is a 501(c) (3)

nonprofit organization of nearly 100 member

congregations representing more than a dozen faith

traditions. MeckMin promotes interfaith collaboration to

foster understanding, compassion and justice.

Reverend Trapp will lead the service at the Cypress at

2:00 pm on Sunday, December 13. All are welcome for

fellowship and worship.

**Valet will provide transportation to church and volunteers will provide transportation back home.

Movie Outing “Brooklyn”

Tuesday, December 8, 2015 Watch Channel 1394 for departure time

Admission: $7.75 Rated PG-13 Drama/Romance ‧‧‧‧ 1h 52m

Brooklyn tells the profoundly moving

story of Eilis Lacey (Saoirse Ronan), a

young Irish immigrant

navigating her way through

1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the

promise of America, Eilis de-

parts Ireland and the comfort of

her mother's home for the shores

of New York City. The initial

shackles of homesickness

quickly diminish as a fresh ro-

mance sweeps Eilis into the in-

toxicating charm of love. But

soon, her new vivacity is disrupted by her past, and

Eilis must choose between two countries and the

lives that exist within.

Sign up under #8 in the Activities Book.

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Activities Julianna Toth A

Jo Claire Dulin B

Audrey Taylor C

Joyce Odom D

Judy Williams E

Joanne Hardie, Board Liaison

Building & Grounds Tom Toth A

*Sophie Wachter B

Mary Frances Menzies C

Sarah Gentry D

Bill McElwain E

Bill Gardner, Cottages

Joan Hornaday, Board Liaison

Finance Marjorie James A

Richard Conder B

*George Duensing C

Stowe Wyant D

Joe Lerme E

Angus Lander, Cottages

Wayne Godwin, Board Liaison

Food & Beverage Joan Geuss A

Midgie Speight B

Jack Crymes C

Shirley Ivey D

*Mary Lou McCurry E

Judy Williams E

Vera Godwin, Cottages

Joan Chesnut, Board Liaison

Health & Safety Tat Kleckley A

Jerry Leve B

Eddie Kelly C

Jean McVerry D

*Connie Stuppnig E

Gordon Reische, Cottages

Bill Kouri, Board Liaison

Owner’s Assoc. Board of Directors Gayle Wylie, President

Blair Bryan, Vice-President

Joan Chesnut

Wayne Godwin

Joan Hornaday

Bill Kouri

*Denotes Chairperson

Charlotte Holiday Lights Tour Amelie’s French Bakery

Monday, December 7, 2015 Depart at 7 pm

Bring money for dessert & coffee

Let’s go see the most spectacular Christmas light displays in the

uptown and south Charlotte areas. We have scouted out the best

Christmas lights for 2015 Christmas

season. Some of these displays are

synchronized to Christmas music through the

radio, are put on by regular people at their own

expense and are very creative. It takes an

incredible amount of time and energy to

produce these seriously amazing light displays. We will enjoy driving through

the city streets and neighborhoods making a stop at Amelie’s French Bakery

for some special, sweet treats.

*Sign up under #7 in the Activities Book.

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Holiday Meal Information

Thursday, December 24th 11 am - 2:00 pm - Christmas Eve Buffet

No Reservations Required No Evening Meal

Friday, December 25th 10:30 am - 2 pm - Christmas Brunch

Reservations Required No Evening Meal

Thursday, December 31st 11 am - 2:00 pm - New Year’s Eve Day

Buffet No Reservations Required

No Evening Meal

Friday, January 1st 10:30 am - 2 pm - New Year’s Day Brunch

Reservations Required No Evening Meal

No Dinner Served on Saturday,

December 12th

Due to the Employee Holiday Party in Community Hall

Call by noon for meal delivery orders to be delivered at 2:30 pm

704-714-5511

Volunteer at The Cypress & Beyond

Have you been thinking about giving back to your community here on

campus of The Cypress and beyond but are not sure how to go about it? Look

for an informational meeting coming in January 2016 to get

ideas about where your gifts, talents or simple companionship

are needed. Stay tuned for the location, date and time of the

meeting. Those details will be in the January

newsletter. Questions about the meeting? Call Blair McCotter

in the Stewart Health Center at 704-714-5571 or email

BMcCotter@cypressofcharlotte.com.