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A NEWSLETTER FOR THE SPRINGMILL COMMUNITY October 2014Volume XII, Issue 10

Sentinel Index

Jim Crisfield Remembrance…………….….….….………. Pg. 1New Board Members……..…….……………….……..….…Pg. 1Committee Reports.….………..……………….……….. Pg. 3,5Notes From Your Board (Fred Bodden)…………………. Pg. 5Middletown News/Amazon Fulfillment Center….….….. Pg. 7Advertising Spotlight - Living Well Pharmacy…………..Pg. 7

Book Reviews/CEC Committee….……………….….……..Pg. 9CCRC - Westminster Village….………………………….. Pg. 11Meet Your Neighbor - Josephine Reynolds..….……. .. Pg. 13Labor Day/Bocce Lunch Pictures……..………….………Pg. 14Activities Group/Bingo/Tennis Classic Pictures….….. Pg. 15Dining Out - Bue Crab/ BMW in Pond….……….…...… Pg. 17Cultural Events/Library Programs……...……….…….….Pg. 19Keeping the Faith - Middletown Baptist.…………….…. Pg. 21Book Club Choices…………………………………………..Pg. 21Who Does That Job?….…………………………………….Pg. 23Piano Man Tommy Zito to Perform ………………………Pg. 23Trip Report - Mackinac Island, MI..…………………….....Pg. 25Sports & Fitness News …….……………………..……..…Pg. 26Charity Committee / ROMEO Luncheon ………………..Pg. 26

James Pearce Crisfield (1931 – 2014)With the passing of Jim Crisfield in August, it is worthwhile to stopand remember his contribution to our community over the pastten years. As a Yale graduate with a lifetime of businessexperience, Jim was used to volunteering his services. While aSCORE (Service Core of Retired Executives) volunteer, heprovided invaluable advice and guidance to small businesses inthe Dover area over the years.

Jim was immediately drawn to theFinance Committee when he andJessie arrived in Springmill. Jim was itschairman for a time and soon after, hewas named by the Board as Treasurer.He distinguished himself during the firstyears of the community’s transitionfrom the McKee Group. Jim took onthe task of taking the cost projectionsand programs set up by McKee andtranslating those forecasts into thereality which Springmill was soon toface.

Our community was initially createdwith a reserve fund in place to replace the roofing and siding.When the community quickly elected to discontinue thereserves, Jim’s job was to figure out how much money was tobe returned to the residents and to arrive at a formula toequitably distribute those funds. With great integrity andforceful guidance, Jim created a system and a justification forthe money to be redistributed.

Jim was not just a businessman but a golfer as well. A smallgroup of Springmill residents played regularly at the localcourses and decided to contact Frog Hollow and formalize theplay each week. The Middletown Senior Men’s League wasborn and today has 135 members and a waiting list. Jim’senthusiasm for the game later led to the creation of theThursday League, which is made up of Springmill and SpringArbor residents, which may not be as numerous but is no lesspassionate in their love of the game.

Businessman, Community Volunteer, Golfer, Jim was all ofthese but most of all he was a great friend. Jim was alwaysavailable to listen to a problem and offer suggestions, usuallyover a cold beer. Jim is an example of the great benefit of livinghere in Springmill. Jim’s quiet contribution to our community is alegacy which continues to benefit us all.Bob Lhulier

Residents Meet New Board MembersOn September 10 about 80 Springmill residents had anopportunity to meet the newly elected Boardmembers. Carl Rifino introduced Marc Lichtenfield,Glenda Schneiderman and John Rutt. Each newBoard member gave a short presentation on theirbackground and what they thought were the mostimportant issues confronting Springmill, as well astheir vision for the future. The new members of the Board were

unanimous in considering trees, sidewalks,community beautification and more opencommunications with the community as major areasof concern. Bi-monthly or quarterly Board meetingswere suggested. More Clubhouse oriented activitieswere mentioned as a way to get more old and new

residents to make use of the facilities provided.

There was a lively question and answer periodwhere residents asked the Board members’opinions about current issues. Residents were toldthat the 2015 budget was being prepared by theFinance Committee for submission to the Board inOctober. The monthly Homeowner Associationfees could be modified based upon the expenditures requiredto correct the tree and sidewalk problems in a timely manner.

Jim Merrill encouraged community involvement withcommittees as a good way to ensure that residents’ concernsare being addressed.Dick Rausch

The Crisfield family would like to thank the Springmill community for yourprayers and support over the past seven months. Jim read and enjoyedevery card that was sent. We continue to feel your support with sympathycards, phone calls, flowers and food. Springmill is a very supportivecommunity and a wonderful place to live.Jessie Crisfield

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Board of Directors Carl RifinoJim Merrill

Marc Lichtenfield, Johm Rutt, Glenda SchneidermanBoard Recording Secretary: Joan Gross

Community Manager: Tracey LundTracey.Lund@mamc.com

Charity Committee: Maria CorvinoClubhouse Committee: Julia Hambrecht

Communications Committee: Dick RauschCommunity Events: Beverly Strong/Peggy Andrews

Finance Committee: Larry DaigleMaintenance & Repair Committee: Georgieanna Anderson

Property Committee: Carolyn Bodden

Anyone wishing to join a Committee should contact theChairperson of that Committee.

Please note: All committee meetings and activitiesusing the Clubhouse must be coordinated with Tracey

Lund.

Calendar: Tracey LundFamily Emergency Numbers: Pat Howe, JoAnn Stump

Social Singles: Kathy Cioffi, Bridget McGrathSunshine: Mary Elizabeth Rhoads/Faith Altman

Committee Reports

Communications CommitteeThe September meeting was held on the 9th. Ten committeemembers attended the meeting. Carl Rifino attended as BODliaison. Nancy Jaeger was a guest at the meeting.

The minutes for the August meeting were approved assubmitted.

Diane Daigle presented the Treasurer's report. Threeadvertisers renewed their contracts in the past month. Thecommittee is ahead of budget projections for 2014 year-to-date.

Carol Geiger reported that there will be 44 advertisers in theOctober Sentinel issue. There have been several advertiserchanges in the past month. Hearing Services hasincreased their ad size to a full page. New advertisers RealFood, Fromage and Unika provide an additional half page.

Joan Gross provided an overview of the editorial content ofthe October Sentinel. Front page stories will cover the“Meet the New Board Members” meeting and a Tribute toJim Crisfield. Major stories this month are “Whose Job IsIt?”, “Keeping the Faith” and “Collector’s Corner”.

The special Annual Meeting issue of the Sentinel wasdistributed with the September Sentinel. Kudos toPamela and Ralph Clair for preparing and delivering theSeptember Sentinel and inserts to the Block Captains.Phyllis Torgersen is recovering from her hip accident andhopes to return to the meeting next month.

MRC CommitteeThe MRC Committee has finished the first phase ofsidewalk and driveway repairs. We are now prioritizing thebalance of work that needs to be done this year based onthe amount of money available in our budget and thecritical need of repairs or replacements.

CTI Warranty Work: CTI is the contractor that maderepairs and resurfaced specific concrete areas over thepast two years. They are returning for their warranty workthat needs to be done under that contract. CTI has givenus a 5-year commercial warranty for that work. Thisshould happen before mid-October.

We are working on a revision to the ARC Guidelines and thisshould be available to the Board of Directors for their approvalby late October. Once approved, our goal is to have the revisiondistributed to all households before the end of December.

We are meeting the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:00p.m. in the Craft Room at the clubhouse. There arecurrently 7 voting members of this committee and we have3 open positions as we are a committee that is limited to10 voting committee members. Please consider joining usfor an upcoming meeting.Georgieanna Anderson

It was suggested that the Property Manager (Tracey Lund)submit an occasional column on events of interest to thecommunity.

Carl Rifino discussed the process to “officially” elect thenew board members and will submit a list of “Notes fromYour Board” contributors and liaisons for the next year.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM. The next meetingwill be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 7:00 PM in theClubhouse craft room. Residents are welcome to attend.Dick Rausch

Property CommitteeLAWNS -- One more late fertilization is scheduled inOctober by Forever Green. Mowing will continue untilmuch cooler temperatures prevail.

PRUNING -- The front builder- installed shrubs will bepruned back in October. If you do NOT wish this service,put out the red flags. If you decide not to have this pruningservice, please, remember that it is expected that you willbe trimming your shrubs in the same time frame.

SNOW REMOVAL -- Please, remove pottery items,statues, etc. from driveways and walkways before thesnow flies. The landscaper is not responsible for damageto anything left there when removing snow or ice.Inserted in this Sentinel should be another copy of snowremoval information for 2014-2015 winter season.Nothing has changed from previous years. Snow or iceremoval will start at the clubhouse (Continued on page 5)

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Committee and Board Reportsand then

begin with homes and sidewalks. Mail box areas will becleared last after the town has cleared streets.

A reminder to all that the ice melt used on sidewalks,driveways, aprons or front walkways to a home is notcorrosive like sodium chloride products. The shovels andblades on snow removal machines are Teflon coated andnot metal edged. We use rock salt only in the clubhouseparking lot area. I will try to keep everyone up to date onsnow removal progress with e-mail. If you have aneighbor with no computer access, it would beappreciated if you pass on the info.

TREES -- Please keep newly planted sod that has been puton areas of street tree removals moist for about two weeks.Thanks ahead of time. In the common open areas therewill be new trees planted this fall by Forever Green andthese trees will need watering if we have dry weather.

PLEASE, DO NOT PUT HOLIDAY LIGHTS OR ANYOTHER OBJECTS IN THE NEWLY PLANTED TREESFOR AT LEAST TWO YEARS. WE WERE ABLE TOGET A TWO-YEAR RATHER THAN THE USUAL ONE-YEAR GUARANTY. THE GUARANTY COULD BENULLIFIED IF TREE IS DAMAGED BY OBJECTSBEING PUT ON OR IN BRANCHES.

Hopefully, we will have the mild winter that has beenpredicted. Think, NO SNOW. Keep safe and be cautiousin icy and snowy weather. Even when snow is cleared orice melt used, an icy patch could be present.Carolyn Bodden

(Property Committee Continued from page 3)

Clubhouse CommitteeThe Clubhouse Committee met on September 11, 2014. NewBoard member Glenda Schneiderman attended as a guest.We said our goodbyes to Bob Lhulier and even suggestedthat he join the committee. No answer was given.

The purchase of two new sets of billiard balls at a cost of$710 was approved by the BOD. The old sets will be putup for sale once a price is decided.

The fan switches in the great room have been changedso that they are now easier to read and adjust. The fansin the craft room have each been put on their own switch.

The pool furniture will be stored on the veranda with heavyduty tarps to protect them. I want to thank all of our volunteersfor their help this year especially Bob Hill who made a greateffort in overseeing and recruiting our volunteers.

The horseshoe pits have been refurbished under thedirection of Rob Bishop with the anticipation thathorseshoes will once again be played. The committeeapproved the purchase of two new sets of horseshoes.It has come to our attention that residents are changing thethermostats, especially in the fitness room. This thermostat

provides the temperature not only for the fitness room but also forthe ladies room and Tracey’s office. We ask that no one touchthe thermostats and if there is a problem, please contact Tracey.

A suggestion was made by Ken Christie that a box beplaced in the coat room for the disposal of dead batteries(no car batteries). He has offered to take these batteries tothe recycle bins on a quarterly basis.

The new furniture has arrived and we are still waiting onthe window treatments. The committee voted to have anoutside decorator come and give suggestions as to theaccessorizing of the rest of the great room and halls. Thesubcommittee has worked long and hard on the project butat this time has decided that they would like to have anoutside source give the ideas for the final touches.

All of the old furniture was sold with the exception of 1 sofatable which will be kept in the craft rom and 1 sofa and 2chairs. The sofa and chairs were donated to Our DailyBread. This was suggested by Carolyn Rifino and withassistance from Mark and Janet Herner it was madepossible.

The next meeting is Thursday, October 9th at 10:00 am.Julia Hambrecht

Notes from Your BoardThis is my last time submitting “Notes from Your Board”. Afterfinishing four years on the Board, I have a lot of “thank you’s” topresent. First I would like to thank Bob Lhulier and Barbara Kellyfor all of their help and support during our time on the BOD.Secondly, thank you for all of the support that I received in personor by mail. I really appreciate your “attaboys!” And last, but notleast, I want to thank the committees for all their hard work.

To the Clubhouse Committee for your assistance withrestoring our damaged Clubhouse into its present “glory” oftoday! To the MRC Committee, who, in addition tomaintenance of our homes, has attacked the yearly increasingdamage to sidewalks, caused by “street tree” lifts, and with theassistance of the Property Committee and the tree task forcefor removal of these “dead, dying, diseased or destructive”trees. Also the PC, with the assistance of our arborist, isfollowing the plans for improving our common ground trees.Cheers to the Community Events Committee who has beenpresenting those wonderful and successful parties andgatherings. Also to the Charity Committee who is continuing togrow in caring for the people of Middletown. To the FinanceCommittee who continues to support all of these committeeswith the financial needs for their issues. Finally, over theyears, we have seen how the Communications Committee’smonthly Sentinel has gone from black & white to color pagesand continues to grow. I wish to thank all these committeesfor their support. And I suggest that if you wish to be helpful toour community, come and visit any of these committees andsee if they are right for you. You will be welcomed and behappy you did. I also wish to congratulate and wish good luckto the three new Board members.Fred Bodden

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Town MeetingAt the monthly meeting, our TownPlanner announced that DELDOT will bemaking traffic signal improvements atMain and Broad Streets shortly. Also,Police Chief Dan Yeager said that allresidents should lock their vehicles whenleft in the driveway overnight.

New Business“Real Food Period” opened in June. Featured in this foodstore are a variety of seasonal health foods prepared byChef Debbie, who offers organic dishes already cookedand ready to take home for dinner. Some of the meals aregluten free including side dishes and sweets. Otherproducts include gluten food items. Owner Dawn Landsays the fall season will mean a change of menu to includehot soups. Hours of Operation – Tues-Fri – 10-6 and Sat.10-2. Phone – 302-376-5351 – location near SerenityYoga and Dunkin Donuts.

Sonya Comstock

Middletown News

Sonya Comstock

Amazon Fulfillment Center Tour

Twenty-five Springmill residents took a tour of the Amazon FulfillmentCenter that was arranged by Jerry Burney on September 9. AshleePartlow, our tour guide, welcomed all, provided headphones and took allguests on a most informative tour of the Center. Seeing firsthand howitems arrive and where they are stored and then placed into boxes,sealed, labeled and sent via conveyor belts on their way to customers wasincredible. Everything moves at top speed and is well synchronized. Thisgigantic center handles about 13% of merchandise sent to Delaware.Only smaller items are shipped from this Center. Over one thousandemployees work here now but with the holidays approaching, seasonalemployees will bring that number to 8,000 working round the clock.Sonya Comstock

Living Well Pharmacy723 N. Broad St., Phone No. 302-378-8228

Situated between the Amish Market and the Bowling Laneslies the first independent pharmacy in Middletown. Ownedby pharmacist Johnnymae N’Dione, a graduate of TempleUniversity School of Pharmacy, and opened in February2013, she has also included a health center in her store.What she offers beyond the pharmacy chains is morepersonal service and an opportunity to really know hercustomers. All those who enter her pharmacy arepersonally greeted by her. In addition, she offers a servicethat has almost disappeared today – free delivery to theMOT area. Ms. N’Dione is well aware that many customersare unable to come to the store to pick up a prescription forvarious reasons so her delivery service is a most welcomeservice. Her goal is to revert to the Mom and Poppharmacies of many years ago.

The health center of thepharmacy is managed byCinnamon Heitz who alsodoes all the ordering forstore merchandise. Mrs.Heitz also serves as thestore’s certified healthcoach and provides foodand wellness services toprivate clients. She, too,takes a personal interest in each customer’s needs byhelping them make the right choices for themselves andfamily. The shelves are well stocked with a variety of healthitems, including gluten free items, and the cleanliness of thestore is evidenced everywhere. Senior Day (10% off) isevery Wednesday.

As a first time business owner, Ms. N’Dione says it hasalways been her passion to operate such a business. Whileshe admits it requires long hours and hard work, she ispleased with the reception she has received from thecommunity so far. Before opening her business, she spenthours on researching what was needed to succeed. Shesays one has to be passionate about owning a businessknowing there will be ups and downs until well positioned inthe area. She adds that no one makes it alone – having thesupport of family and friends is so important to success.

To help customers save money, she searches for couponsfor them knowing that every dollar saved is important. Ms.N’Dione says staying healthy starts at infancy and continuesthroughout life. Eating healthy with a balanced diet andkeeping stress at a low level is the key to a long, productivelife. As always, good friends and family connections arealso beneficial to life.

Living Well offers blood pressure service, the flu shot and in ashort time will be offering the shingles shot. Hours of Operation:Mon-Fri – 9 -7 p.m., Sat. 9-5 p.m., Sunday closed.Sonya Comstock

Advertiser’sSpotlight

Patriotic Figurine Contest WinnerPictured are the winnersof the patriotic figurine,Mr. and Mrs. StephenBasilio, of Middletown.They won the raffle atthe 8th DistrictRepublican’s booth atthe 2014 Peach Festival.It was awarded by AnitaTucker, RepublicanChair. The Group meetsthe 2nd Thursday ofeach month. ContactAnita for further information. June Stemmle

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Double Cross by James PattersonAlex Cross has left the DC police force to become a privatetherapist. Life was settling down for him. No long hours orphone calls in the middle of the night. Now he could spendtime with his three children who were growing up way too fastfor him. Glad to have his mother take over when his wife died,Alex knew that life could change at any moment. He now hada female companion, Bree, who was a detective and life wasmoving in the right direction for him.

A weekend of camping with Bree was what Alex lookedforward to when her pager buzzed. The weekend was overwhen Bree announced that someone was dead in DC andshe had to get back. A woman had been thrown from her12th floor apartment with a large audience watching. Thevictim, a bestselling author, was killed in a supposedly safeneighborhood in a most horrifying way. The killers, a manand a woman, blended into the crowd of onlookers. Whowere they? Words from the killer on tape brought Alex backinto the game of police work. Another murder followed,again with an audience to watch in the Kennedy Center. Themurders continue with the killers always staging the event. Awebsite is set up by the killer to keep himself in the limelight.

Meanwhile, a former FBI agent turned criminal has managedto escape his maximum security prison and is on the run tokill Alex Cross who placed him there. Now Alex has twoseparate killers wanting revenge, and he must watch hisevery move. He is also concerned for his family as bothkillers stalk his home and family. What he does not know isthat the two patients he has are not who they say they areand will prove deadly for him. The former FBI agent meetsthe DC killer near the Cross home, and both plan and plothow to eliminate him, Bree, and his family. Trying to outsmartthe killers, Alex and Bree fight for their lives when captured bythe killers who see this as another stage play to be shown tothe world.Sonya Comstock

Book REVIEWS

The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk KiddEvery once in a while I depart from my usual reading genre(mystery/suspense) and read something really interesting.

The Invention of Wings is the story of two women who livedin the city of Charleston, SC, one white and privileged, andthe other a slave. Sarah Grimke, at the age of 11, is givenfor her birthday a slave girl, Hetty “Handful”, to be herhandmaid. Sarah, who was an actual person, tried torefuse the gift, but was forced to accept.

The story covers 35 years, from 1805 to approximately1840, and depicts the stark differences in each of theirlives, along with their relationship with each other. Sarahbecomes an abolitionist and then one of the firstsuffragettes, while Hetty never stops yearning for herfreedom. Each had to overcome many obstacles in theirfight to live their lives as they wanted. Both suffered, Sarahmentally, and Hetty, mentally and physically. But in theend both triumphed.Janet Geftman

In MemoriamCondolences to the family and friends of Joel Schneidermanwho passed away suddenly on September 18. A gravesideservice was held at Beth Emeth Memorial Park on September21 followed by a luncheon and observance of Shiva at theSpringmill Clubhouse. Contributions in Joel’s name can bemade to the Wounded Warrior Project or the Humane Societyof the United States.

Community Events CommitteeThere were a lot of winners and a lot of fun at BINGO night.Another Bingo is scheduled for January 16, 2015.Remember, the more players we have, the bigger the payoutsso mark the date on your 2015 calendar.

This article was written before the NEW COMERS BRUNCH.Chair Ann Newswanger told me the responses have beencoming in every day. This continues to be a very popularevent and the perfect way to meet our new residents.

COMING EVENTS:October 8 -- A group of speakers will discuss with us: Elder Law,Estate Planning, Long Term Care, Maintaining Independenceand more. I met with one of the speakers and discovered severalthings I was not aware of. Perhaps you will too. Please plan toattend. Refreshments will be provided. Flyer in Sentinel

October 12 -- “COME TO THE CABARET” (Something new).You are invited to be the guest of the CEC to enjoy wine &cheese, listen or dance to the jazz, swing, and more musicprovided by MEASURE UP MUSIC. What a delightful way tospend a Sunday afternoon. An appetizer to share with 8-10would be appreciated. RSVP before October 5 to CynthiaFrank, 567 Whispering Trail, or call her.

October 18 -- “THE PIANO MAN - TOMMY ZITO” is coming toSpringmill. Tommy is an outstanding and award-winningperformer. He has shared the stage with major artists such asThe Platters, Drifters, Chubby Checker, Hall & Oates, and BruceSpringsteen and has also been summer entertainer for 10 yearsat Resorts Casino. This promises to be an entertaining andexciting night so get your reservations in early. Flyer in SentinelNOTE: The CEC wishes to thank Gary Merrick and the DanceParty group for changing their date so we could get TommyZito on the only night he was available for the next year. Itwas greatly appreciated.

As you can see, the CEC has been very busy and we reallycould use some help. We are mostly single women. A few aremarried with husbands who help when they can. The newClubhouse furniture is very heavy and even though it is onrollers, it is difficult for us to move. We usually set up at 11:00AM on the day of the event (Oct. 12 &18). If you could helpwith set-up and putting back the furniture at the end of theevent, it would be greatly appreciated. If you can help us, justshow up or call Peggy Andrews to volunteer.

The CEC welcomes our newest member, Charlotte Smith.Thank you, Charlotte, for joining the committee.

The CEC meets the first Wednesday of the month at 9:30a.m. in the Clubhouse. Our next meeting is on October 1.Please try to join us and learn about all the great things weare planning for Springmill.Peggy Andrews

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When you decide you are ready to move from yourSpringmill home, Continuing Care Retirement Communities(CCRCs) may be worth considering. They offer a variety ofservices within one community; Part independent living andpart skilled nursing home. CCRCs offer a tiered approachto the aging process. The following is the final installmentin a series which looked at popular CCRCs in our areaincluding Maris Grove and Heron Point.

Located in Dover, DE, seniorsdo not have to travel far toenjoy a pleasant lifestyle.Westminster Village offers 27acres of continuing careresidency in a community thatwelcomes seniors (55+) to anew address that includesIndependent Living, Assisted Living and a HealthCenter. No need to move once again should one’s healthdecline, but simply to transfer to Assisted Living or theHealth Center with round-the-clock skilled nursing care.

For those seniors in good health, a move to one of the cottagesor apartments allows complete freedom to enjoy life on the go.Independent Living offers 69 apartments (no garage) and 50cottages (with garage). Not too far from shopping, historic sitesor the beach, folks can experience many exciting opportunitiesand then return to a community where they can mingle withothers in the game room or just enjoy a three-course eveningmeal in the dining room. No need to drive everywhere, astransportation is offered five days a week for shopping, outingsor medical appointments within 20 miles.

When good health fails, it may be necessary to move to theAssisted Living quarters which offers 42 apartments withkitchenettes and private bathrooms. Trained staff offers24-hour supervision plus housekeeping and linen service.For those who have Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia,17 suites in a secured area offer residents personal careand provide a lifestyle according to each resident’s ability.The large activity areas and cozy sitting rooms make dailyliving more enjoyable.

In time, residents may need 24-hour skilled nursing careand personal attention to all needs. The move to theHealth Center offers this type of care. The Health Centeroffers both short-term rehabilitation and recuperation aswell as long-term care, if needed. A separate dining roomoffers three meals a day. Rehab is offered here whenneeded to get residents back to their good health onceagain, for example, following surgery. Sometimesresidents recuperate to the point where they can return totheir independent living residence. This facility is in theprocess of a complete renovation to begin later this year.

A variety of choices are offered to all those consideringWestminster Village. For Independent Living, there is a

choice of apartments or cottages. Still interested ingardening – then the cottage is right for you. Plant yourown choice of flowers and if interested in a vegetablegarden, help from the landscapers in setting it up is one ofthe benefits. Apartments offer a patio on the first floor andbalconies on the second and third floors. No need tofumble with keys to enter your building as a key fob isprovided to all. In the main building, enjoy various activitiessuch as movie night, arts/crafts classes, library withcomputer/Internet service, bingo, Red Hat Society,ROMEOS, chaplain services, special entertainment, daytrips and more. For ladies and gentlemen who want to staywell-groomed, visit the beauty and barber shop on site. Ifyou are interested in keeping fit, use the fitness equipmentand take classes offered. Enjoy volunteering – spend afew hours in the Village Nook Gift Shop and socialize withother residents as well. Have a small animal – take himwith you. An active Resident Association is led by anelected Resident Council. Major changes or new directionsare not finalized until presented to all residents.

For Independent Living only,two plans are offered. Oneplan offers a partial refund ofthe Residency Investment Feewithin the first 50 monthsshould you need to move outor to a higher level of living,but after 50 months no refundis given. The second plan has a slightly higher ResidencyInvestment fee but provides for a 50% minimum refund.For more detailed information, please contact the SalesDirector. Monthly maintenance fee covers allutilities/expenses except telephone.

Westminster Village welcomes those residents whose needsdetermine supportive services. While preference is given toresidents who reside in their Independent Living facility,seniors needing individual care will be admitted based onapartment availability. Veterans of the US Armed Forcesand their spouses may be eligible for benefits from thefederal Dept. of Veterans Affairs. Assistance in determiningif eligible for benefits is offered without cost.

The Westminster Village Health Center earned the highestrating issued by the Centers for Medicare and MedicaidServices. A five-star rating means this facility hasretained the highest standards possible in thisindustry. Those residents who have outlived theirresources, and have not gifted away any assets, are notasked to leave. The support of donors, employers andother contributors has made this possible.

For more information or a personal tour, contact KarenKerstetter, Sales Director, at 302-744-3542 and visit thewebsite at www.wmvdover.org.

Sonya Comstock

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As soon as you approach Josephine Reynolds’s home at314 Daylily Way, you learn something about thisneighbor…she likes plants, flowers and herbs. Uponentering, you find out that music and family are important. Apiano, with music on its ledge, is right by the front door. Sheis surrounded by family pictures in every room. So evenbefore I asked a question or received a reply, I knew quite abit about this lady. But being curious, I was ready to sit downand learn some more. Along the way, I got a few surprises.

Josephine was born inAlbany, Georgia. Sheremained in the familyhome until she wastwenty-nine. She was“in and out of the houseover the years, but shealways came home.”One segue from homewas when she attendeda teacher’s college,graduating in 1961. Her mother finally “put her out whenshe reached 29 and was still single and told her to find ahusband.” Now Josephine had a boyfriend but couldn’tmake up her mind…and she couldn’t move until she gotmarried. So, she did marry, and she and her newhusband, Herbert, started life at Camp Lejeune, inJacksonville, North Carolina. They lived there for the firsttwo years of their marriage, while Herbert fulfilled hisenlistment and she held a teaching position on the base.At that point, since Herbert didn’t plan to reenlist, it wastime for both of them to find jobs. Well, as providencewould have it, Josephine had a friend in Delaware whotold her there was a teaching position available. Youknow how it is when you’re young, so I’m sure you knowwhat these newlyweds did…they moved to Delaware.

The Reynolds set up housekeeping in Wilmington,eventually moving to New Castle, Delaware, and finallychoosing Newark for the next twenty-eight years. Duringthat time, Josephine had her first, and only, child…a littlegirl. There were happy and sad times, because she alsogot a divorce at some point. Her husband was a Vietnamveteran and couldn’t shake a lot of the problems he camehome with. It wasn’t until later that they found out a lot ofthe symptoms and difficulties were related to his exposureto “agent orange.” Josephine became a single mom,supporting the two of them by teaching in the ChristianaSchool District. Over her thirty-six-year tenure she taughtgrades 1, 2, 3, and 4, retiring in 1999.

Her move to Springmill came about in 2005. “It was aneasy find. I had always passed it and had been looking atit since 2001, when they first broke ground, and it was stilla farm area.” She decided to buy because in 2004, shewas diagnosed with uterine cancer…a time to rethink herlife needs. Her house was too big for one person, and sheneeded one level. Her daughter offered to build an in-law

Meet Your Neighbor - Josephine Reynoldssuite in the house she was building, but Josephine said,“No way.” Instead she decided to look for a place of herown and settled in our community. Her house in Newarksold in 24 hours, and Josephine got serious aboutreadying for the move.

Josephine chose Springmill after looking at all available55+ communities, but liked that ours were single-familyhomes and had well-kept grounds. She didn’t knowanyone in the area, but met Jennifer Faulk, who lives on202 Patience Way, and she became her first Springmillfriend and neighbor. Since moving here, Josephine hascome to appreciate not taking care of mowing grass andshoveling snow. While she keeps to herself, she hasgotten to know the people around her. Over the years, ithas become “home” and she has made many morefriends.

Josephine has kept pretty busy since moving here. Shewas in the original Springmill Chorus, is part of a NewarkRed Hat group, and is director of the children’s choir in herchurch (New Elizabeth AME on Rt. 40). Josephine’s sociallife includes being a lifetime member of Jack and Jill ofAmerica, an African-American Family Organizationproviding cultural, social, educational, civic andrecreational activities. She is active in the WilmingtonChapter. Josephine also visits with friends she’s had sinceher early school years, is part of a quilting guild in Dover,and loves traveling to quilt shows. Josephine’s quietmoments are spent reading “any good book” and doingword puzzles. Mother-daughter bonding time is equallyimportant. The two love attending plays and concertstogether in New York, Philadelphia and Delaware andgoing out to dinner.Josephine’s favorite vacation spot is Bethany Beach,where she and her family regularly rent a vacation house.She also likes Hawaii. She enjoys being near thewater…though she doesn’t necessarily go in…just likes theocean breezes. Josephine shared that she LOVES goingplaces, especially with her family…something they doevery year. She will go anywhere in the United States.She just doesn’t care to vacation outside of the country.

Her family, which she “dearly loves”, includes her daughter,Adrianne, her son-in-law, Sean, and her grandchild,Mikayla Erin Quarles, age 7. Josephine is very proud ofMikayla and even pointed out a Red Hat shoe, sitting on aside table, that she and Mikayla decorated that won firstprize in a contest. Of course, we can’t forget her four-legged family, a four-year-old Maltese shiatsu, Sasha.

As for final thoughts, Josephine would like you to know that“she’s met some nice people here in Springmill…especiallythose close around me. They are friendly and kind.” And Ican tell you that Josephine was friendly, kind, and anabsolute delight to get to know better.

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The last summer event took place on a very hot and humidday, but it was all indoors for the annual celebration. Over85 residents were in attendance sipping cold drinks,sampling appetizers, listening to the three-piece band ofCharlie Hannagan playing music we all enjoyed, whilewaiting for the main course of barbeque ribs and sidedishes. New residents were part of the crowd meetinglong-time residents who filled them in on the many events

taking place in the clubhouse. Cynthia Frank chaired thisevent and began by speaking about the freedoms we enjoyin this country. Tables were appropriately decorated withcenterpieces of red, white and blue. Most of the attendeesstayed until the band stopped playing giving them a rousingapplause. Residents also gave the CEC a round ofapplause for another successful event.

Sonya Comstock

Becky Bullock, ChristineLaphan

Joanne Campbell, JoyceFoster

Gil and Jean RoyalJoe and Sandy CorozziFreda and John Mitchelll

Pam & Ralph ClairTuesday winners- Bill Glass, JulieHambrecht, Anne & Andy Lucas

Wednesday winners- Betty Freeman,Mark& Jo Verni, Karen & Richard Baggs

Barbara & Herb Abrams

Carolyn and Carol RifinoCarl and Michelle Wiener Rita and George RyorPhyllis Burris, MaureenMaxwell, Betty Anne

Opalach

Cynthia and Herb Frank

Charlie Hannagan BandMembers

Arlene GurneyMark Herner

Janet Geftman, BevStrong, Ginny Grippo

Faye Green, CynthiaFrank, Janet Geftman,

Pat Frail

Chris ChappelleSonya Comstock

End-of-Season Bocce PartyThe annual end-of-season Bocce Party was held, as aluncheon, at La Casa Pasta, on Thursday September 4. Forty-two Bocce players, subs and friends attended the event. AnneLucas, Bocce coordinator, organized the event and thanked

everyone for participating in Bocce this season. The winningteams in each league were recognized (see below). Theplayers congratulated Anne for a job well done and arealready looking forward to the start of the 2015 Bocce seasonnext spring. Dick Rausch

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Activity Group Events - Coffee Hour

Chris Chapelle, Phyllis Lichtenfield, JulieHambrecht, Carol Fron, Nancy Jaeger

Bob Hambrecht, Dick Belber, HerbFrank, Larry Daigle, Tom Smith

Sharon & Gary Merrick, Mark & JanetHerner, Stella & Jerry Crennan

Mary Warren, Alice GriegelDan Prall won the 50/50

Irene Menhinick and HeatherPrall split the Coverall game

Ann Basler organizesprize money

Ron & Joan Jacoby

From left- Mark Verni, Ed Mazuros, HermanFeinberg,Bill Gurnee, Gil Royal, Jo Verni, Bud Morris,

Jerry Ryan, Ralph Skrable, Gene Hester

Most improved player of 2014, JerryRyan ready to return Gil Royal’s serve.

Mark Verni and Gil Royal won thetournament. Gil serves to Jerry Ryan.

Springmill Tennis ClassicThe 2014 Springmill Tennis Classic was held on the morning ofSeptember 13th followed by a luncheon in the clubhouse. Itwas a doubles competition in a round robin format.  Thewinning team finished with a perfect record of 3 sets to 0.  This

year’s winners were Mark Verni and Gil Royal.Congratulations to them!  At the luncheon awards werepresented to Mark and Gil.  Also receiving an award was JerryRyan, this year’s recipient for “Most Improved Player” for 2014.Bill Gurnee

Bingo - September 19Over 50 residents attended a night of Bingo which waspostponed from late January due to the Clubhouse damage.Thanks to Ginny Grippo and the CEC for organizing such afun evening. Joe Grippo was the Emcee and called thenumbers. There were 14 games with prizes ranging from $40to $100. Thanks to Peggy Andrews, Ann Basler andBernadette Hnat who helped with distributing the Bingogames, verifying wins, distributing prize money and operatingthe refreshment table.Dick Rausch

Thanks to our energetic group we have put together a few funactivities that seem to please our participating residents.

The coffee hour has been well received (see pictures) and willcontinue inside the clubhouse through the winter months. Thetime will most likely be adjusted as the jazzercise group hasthe use of the clubhouse until 10:30 on Saturday.

Movie night is going well. Perhaps you have a movie in mindthat you might like to watch with friends. Just let us know and

we will try to get it for a future Wednesday evening.The first Saturday night get-together (Chit-Chat) was wellreceived and will continue on the last Saturday of the month.

We are getting ready for our first birthday celebration onOctober 24th at 7:00 p.m. Please get your birthday month tous so we can put you on our list. Remember all residents areinvited no matter your month. Come up and wish theOctober, November, December celebrants a happy birthday.Ann Marie Burns & Claudia Garrett

Newcomers Tom &Marion Smith

Joe Grippo, Bernadette Hnathandle the numbers

Helen Gaden, Janet Geftman,Noreen Ryan

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Springmill Activity Contacts

Book Club -Kay O’Day-AllenBocce – Ann LucasBowling – Larry DaigleBridge (Thursday Afternoon) - Joan GrossBunco – Looking for a CoordinatorComputer Resources – Dick RauschDoll Sewing - Carolyn RifinoGolf - Fred Wendt - MSML/Joe Tomassetti-SMGLGourmet Club – Debra KupperJazzercise – Gail RouillerLibrary – Julia Hambrecht & Eileen BengerminoMahjongg – Barbara AbramsMen’s Hearts – Len BrusseeMen’s Poker – Tom FerraraMen’s Pool – Lenny BrusseePickleball – Carl RifinoRed Hat Society – Kay O’Day-AllenRomeos - Nick CiranniRummikub - Jo Verni/Jane KimminsSocial Singles - Cathy Cioffi/Bridget McGrathTennis -Bill GurneeTexas Holdem – Janet GeftmanThe Timeless Travel Group - Glenda SchneidermanWater Aerobics – Ann Raymond/Sandy CorroziWelcoming Committee - Peggy AndrewsYoga - June Stemmle

Please note: All committee meetings and activities using aClubhouse room, must be cleared with Tracey Lund.

Springmill Activities

BMW Rolls Into Springmill Pond AfterMiddletown Crash

A two-vehiclecrash was reportedon September 7 at3:40 PM at SummitBridge Road andSpringmill Lane.

Investigatorsdetermined a 30-year-old man fromWilmington wasnorthbound on Summit Bridge Road, when he reached forsomething in his car and ran into the back of the vehicle infront of him, Kelly said.

The man then jumped out of his car, which was stillmoving. His car, a 1996 BMW, continued until it rolled intoa storm water retention pond.Story Delawareonline.com, Picture Chris Chappelle

D i n i n g O u tThe Blue Crab Seafood Restaurant & Grill

322 Suburban Drive, Newark, DE 19711(302) 737-1100; www.bluecrabgrill.com

Peg McMullen introduced me to this unassuming seafoodrestaurant, located in the Suburban Plaza Shopping Center, afew years ago. When I revisit it, I know I can always look forwardto fresh food, perfectly seasoned seafood, personal service,reasonable prices, and yummy desserts, some of which are madeon premises. (Some desserts are standard menu items andothers change daily.) A recent outing didn’t change my opinion.

The Blue Crab has a number ofappetizers on its menu fromcalamari and bruschetta to drunkenclams and grilled alligator sausage.Someday, I’ll have to try that lastone…it’s really just a spicy Cajunstyle sausage from Louisiana.These are generous enough to share and are $7 to $14.

For those interested in lighter fare ($9 to $12), you can choosefrom three homemade soups and eight different salads.There is even a mussel menu consisting of four options. Anice list of sandwiches ranges from a jumbo lump crab that isALL crab, and a Baltimore Po’ boy to a grilled sirloin burger orcorned beef and pastrami club. The sandwiches are generousand come with a side. You could actually make a meal ofsides like baked potato or mac and cheese.

If you are really hungry, you may opt for one of their platters,listed under “not sandwiches,” or one of the pastadishes…most served with seafood, but there is a chicken anda vegetarian choice, ranging in price from $9 to $20.

Should you be famished, you can go all out and choose anentree…in the $20 – 30 range. Here you get about twelvechoices; seafood, strip steak, a seafood bouille’ served in abread bowl (sounds interesting!), oysters, snow crab or flanksteak. All are platter size and served with sides.

The Blue Crab has a bar on the premises. The bathrooms areclean, but “one-seaters,” so don’t wait to go as there may be aline. Business has been so good that the owners recently dida kitchen renovation…the better to serve you.

If you enjoy brunch, you may want to make a reservation forsome Sunday…you not only get food, but entertainment aswell. Recent performers have been CrabmeatThompson…wide repertoire of songs on a variety of topicsgleaned from his career as a college teacher. He also has ahumorous take on things. Another recent group of performerswere “No Strings Attached,” an all-women band playing folk,Celtic, French, and traditional music. You can go online to seewhich weeks have entertainment, and who it will be, beforemaking a reservation.

They are open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 to 9:00p.m., Friday from 11:00 to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 12:00 to 10p.m. The Blue Crab also offers free Wi-Fi, in case you are one ofthose people who have their phone or iPad with them 24/7.

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The Blue Crab will alsocome to you. They have recently started offering catering andprivate chef services… information to tuck away, if you have aspecial event coming up.

Well, now you know all that you need to dine in or dine out.Whichever you choose, you will be satisfied with the Blue CrabSeafood Restaurant & Grill.June Stemmle

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Listed below are the on-going programs at NCC Southern Library.Phone number for information or registration is (302) 378-5588.The hours at the library are: Monday 10-8,Tuesday/Wednesday 1-8, Thursday- Saturday 10-5, andclosed on Sunday.NOTE: The library will have one closure, on Monday, Oct. 13for Columbus Day.* October is National Information Literacy Month! What isinformation literacy and how can the skill change your life. Learnmore about it by visiting the library this month.

ON-GOING PROGRAMSAdult Book Discussion meets the 3rd Wednesday of the monthat 7:00 PM. This month’s selection will be discussed on Oct.15.E-book and Audio book tutoring by appointment during libraryhours. Call 378-5588.Knitting Circle meets every Tuesday at 7:00 pm, for all levelsof experience.Sew Bee It Quilters meet the 2nd Saturday at 10:00 am, fornovice & experienced quilters.Delaware Money School Call 1-800-267-5002 for monthlytopic and to register.Job Center Tuesday from 2:00-5:00; FREE help with job hunting,resumes, interviewing skills, etc.New Castle County Register of Wills Tuesday, October 7, from 5 -5:45 pm.New Castle County Office of Property Assessment If you are 65+,you may be eligible for a County and school tax discount. Arepresentative will be available EVERY Friday from 2-5:00 pm toanswer questions or help you fill out an application.

ADULT PROGRAMS…$$ and/or registration may be requiredv Yoga five 1-hour classes on Tues., from 12-1:00 with

Joy Holloway. $24 for the month.v Yogilates five 1-hour classes on Thurs., from 12-1:00

with Joy Holloway. $30 for the month.v Zumba Gold Sat. 10:30-11:30 $6 drop-in fee, instructor

is Elisa Corderav Steps to Avoiding Scams Thursday, October 9 at 10:00 FREEv A Matter of Balance, A Falls Prevention Class Oct 16 at 11-

1:00. FREE Senior Roll Call Lifeline NEW! Thursday, October 16 at 11:00.Stay safe and learn about this new FREE service provided byNew Castle County. Call 302-239-8861 to register

v De-stress and De-clutter Wednesday, October 1 at 6:30Get organized for the holidays.

v Travel: Walt Disney World and Celebration, FLSaturday, October 4. Plan your trip

v Enhancing Grandchild Relationships Saturday, Oct. 2511:00 am Learn how to build relationships withgrandchildren near or far away.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS…registration requested- Halloween Magic Show Wednesday, Oct. 8 All ages.Magic Mike performs weird Halloween magic.- Owls of Delaware Friday, Oct. 10 at 10:30 Ages 5+ Seespecimens and learn owl calls.- Lego Club Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 6:30, ages 5-11, registration required.- Read for the Record Tuesday, October 21 at 1:00 to 8:00pm. Join children all over the world reading Bunny Cakes atthe same time…copies of the book will be on hand; prizes forthose who participate.- Math & Science Discovery Class Listen to stories and do make &take activities on Monday, Oct. 27, at 10:30 am. For ages 3+.

June Stemmle

MiddletownEverett TheatreFri, Oct. 17/18/19 – 24/25/26 – 8 p.m. & 2 p.m. – “Peter Pan” –Join Wendy, Michael & John as they journey to Neverland fora frightful adventure – Tickets - $15Middletown Main StreetSat. Oct. 4 –– 10 a.m.-11 p.m. - “RocktoberFest” - family eventwith music, food, beer garden and activities for everyone atMiddletown Square Shopping Center, N. Broad St. – Tickets -$5 - check www.maccde.com for more informationThurs. Oct. 30 – 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – “Trick or Treat on Main” –bring the kiddies in costume for free treats and prizes –costume contest - $5 per child

DoverSchwartz Center for the Arts, 226 S. State St., (302) 678-5152Sat. Oct. 4 (all day) - “Third Annual Hispanic HeritageCelebration” – includes food, local talent, health fair,community resource fair, Zumba class followed by concertevent featuring the Hanover Dancers and Guitar Trio,Andaluzia. Tickets - $20Thurs. Oct. 9 – 7 p.m. – “The Lady who Sees Angels” – filmpremiere – best selling Irish Author, Lorna Byrne’sautobiography “Angels in My Hair” – documentary about beliefin angels – Tickets - $12Sat. Oct. 25 – 7 p.m. – “Crabmeat Thompson Blues, Rock andFolk Fest” – Delaware legend – hosted comedy clubs – Tickets - $20Kent County Theatre GuildPatchwork Playhouse, 140 E. Roosevelt Ave.,302-674-3568Fri/Sat/Sun. Oct. 3-4-5 & Fri/Sat. Oct. 10-11 – 8 p.m. (Sun. 2p.m.) – “Arsenic and Old Lace” – Ludicrous comedy centerson two elderly sisters who are very involved in charitableevents. Tickets - $16Smyrna Opera House, 7 W. South Street , 302-653-4236Fri. Oct. 3 – 7 p.m. – “Wild Ponies from Nashville” – Tickets - $16Sun. Oct. 26 – 2 p.m. - “Three-Part Classical Piano Series –Students of Univ. of Del. – Tickets - $15

ArdenCandlelight Theater, 2208 Millers Rd.,302-475-2313Through Nov. 2“Fiddler on the Roof” – beloved show on Broadway – Tickets -$59 – includes dinner buffet

WilmingtonGrand Opera House, 818 North Market Street, 302-652-5577Fri. Oct. 3 – 8 p.m. – “.38 Special” – Three decades together,this group brings their southern rock to over 100 cities a year.Tickets - $42-$51Wed. Oct. 8 – (Baby Grand) 8 p.m. – “The Ballroom Thieves &Shook Twins” - Three-part vocal harmonies with hauntingindie folk-pop performance. Tickets $17Thurs. Oct. 9 – 7 p.m. – “Last Comic Standing” – includes Meet& Greet, photo with the comics and more. Tickets - $36-$46Thurs. Oct. 9 – (Baby Grand) - 8 p.m. – “Hass, Kowert & Tice”– Trio performing bluegrass, classical and folk music. – Tickets - $26Sat. Oct. 11 – 7:30 p.m. – “The Golden Decade of Divas” –Tickets $86-$96Sun. Oct. 12 – (Baby Grand) – 7 p.m. – “The Birds of Chicago”– performing mountain gospel, street corner doo-wop and classicsoul music accompanied by just a banjo and a guitar. Tickets - $18

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All types of Glass & Screens - Sales & Repairs

Springmill Discount: $2.75 off every car wash!

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Editor’s Note: This is the fourth article in this series. Wehave provided information about St. Paul’s UnitedMethodist Church, the Chestertown Havurah (Jewish), andSt. Joseph Parish (Catholic). If there is a specific religiousorganization that you would like to have shared withSpringmill residents, please contact June Stemmle.

Middletown Baptist Church419 Armstrong Corner Rd. Middletown, DE 19709

(302) 378-2443; www.middletownbaptistchurch.orgSunday School 9:30 a.m., Worship Hour 10:30 a.m.,

Evening Service 6:00p.m., Wednesday 7:00p.m.

Middletown BaptistChurch began in 1965by missionary JamesBryan. When he felt thatthe Lord was calling himback to the mission field,Edward J. Lasko thenbecame Pastor at MBC.With his wife Nancy athis side, they began their ministry on March 1, 1967.

Middletown Baptist began in the Odd Fellows Hall here intown, until the building was sold. Then the services weremoved to the Middletown High School. When land onArmstrong Corner Road was put up for sale, MBC purchasedit for our current church.

By 2001 the church had outgrown the old building. The churchpurchased more land and built a new worship center in 2005.

Pastor Jack Spicer and his wife, Jacque, returned to MBC in2006 after serving in other ministries. Pastor Spicer is a graduateof Tennessee Temple College and joined the staff as AssistantPastor. He now serves as the Associate Pastor at MBC.

Pastor James Chalfant joined thestaff at Middletown Baptist in June of2012. Prior to coming to Middletown,he was pastor of Baptist BibleChurch in Accomac, Virginia, for 19years. Following Pastor Lasko’sretirement, he became the seniorpastor of MBC.

Pastor Chalfant was saved at the age of nine under PastorLasko’s ministry and faithfully attended the church. Hegraduated from seminary in 1987 with a bachelor of sciencein Pastoral Theology. He married his wife, Melinda, in 1986.Melinda graduated with a Bachelor of Science inElementary Education and is one of our church pianistsand a teacher in our children’s ministry.

The Chalfants have two grown children, Kimberly and Justin,and a teenage daughter, Megan. Pastor Chalfant feels it isan honor to fill the pastorate in his home church. His prayerand desire is to lead Middletown Baptist into growing

stronger, spirit-led Christians and to help fulfill the greatcommission here in Middletown, Delaware.

Willie and Liz Walls joined the staff in May of 2014. Willie isserving as the youth director with the Teen Ministry and asan assistant to the Pastor. Our teens are on the goparticipating in monthly get-togethers and special events.

MBC hosts a Children’s Church hour during the Sundaymorning service. A nursery is provided for infants to age 2and a pre-school class is provided for ages 3-5. Childrenenjoy many fun activities while sharing the truth of God’sWord. A Spanish-speaking Sunday School class is offeredand our regular worship service is translated. We offer a Kid'sClub on Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm. (Sept. - May).

Other ministries include: Ladies Ministry, Men'sMinistry, Operation Christmas Child, Wise Guys (50 plusyears old), Care Group (card ministry), Music Ministry,Rest Home Ministry, and Bus Ministry.

Every visitor is an honored guest!

Springmill Sentinel StaffEditor: Dick RauschTreasurer: Diane DaigleSecretary: Janet GeftmanLayout and Production: Joan Gross, Dick RauschBusiness Manager: Carol GeigerAdvertising: Anne Currie, Bert Dekker, Janet Herner, JerryRyan, Pat Steskal,Staff: Mary Jo Starrett, June Stemmle , Sonya Comstock,Joe GrippoDirectory: Julie HambrechtDistribution: Phyllis Torgersen, Ralph ClairCalendar: Tracey Lund

Please forward all articles & inquiries to:springmillnews@hotmail.com

BOOK CLUB CHOICES FOR OCTOBERBook Club I (Deb Kupper/1st Wed.) We will be reading ALong Time Gone by Karen White.

Book Club II (Mary-Elizabeth Rhoads/4th Tues.) Ourgroup will be hosting Springmill author, Faye Green, anddiscussing her book Gertie. Faye’s book is available onyour Kindle for $3.99.

Book Club III (Lydia Olson/3rd Mon.) Our book club’schoice for October is “Defending Jacob” by WilliamLanday.

Book Club IV (Mary Jo Starrett/1st Wed.) We will beconversing about The Invention of Wings by Sue MonkKidd.

Book Club V (Joan Gross/3rd Tues.) When we meet, wewill be discussing The Invention of Wings by Sue MonkKidd.

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Who Does that Job? (Delivers the Mail)Middletown grow and grow. I can remember when it was allback roads and corn fields…opened a mailbox once to find asnake inside! Now I always look first. I’ve never been bittenby a dog, but I have had a few close calls…very scary. Ofcourse, now I know where all the dogs live that are allowed torun loose. I have seen wild baby turkeys, an eagle sitting onthe side of the road, foxes, and deer. I’ve even seen a fewbarely dressed people come to their door…not in Springmill.Let’s just say being a mail carrier is a job where theunexpected is expected.”

Some of our Springmill residents know Robin better thanothers. With this up close and personal interview, we can allbetter appreciate what our mail carriers do each day. So, ifyou hear that mini truck coming down your street, stepoutside, give a hearty Springmill wave or walk down to yourmailbox to say hello. And if you have your grandchildren forthe day, introduce them to one of our most longstanding andfriendliest community helpers. I guarantee Robin will givethem her biggest smile in return.

June Stemmle

Robin Ward or “Miss Robin”, as my grandsons call her, is theprimary mail carrier for Springmill. Her other routes includeOld School House Road, Meadowbrook, Post & Rail Farms,Middletown Village Duplex, businesses like Tom Foolery,Burger King, Dunkin Donuts, Middletown Diner ShoppingCenter and all the medical buildings adjacent to Springmill.You can imagine that this takes a while. Robin usually startsher day around 8:00 am and finishes around 4:00 pm.Christmas season is not the mail carrier’s favorite time of year.All that love being delivered makes for a 12+ hour day! Andthen Robin has to get up and do it all over again. Robin is trueto the postal tradition, coming in rain or snow, six days a week,except for holidays, through the year. The post office almostnever closes, though one three-foot snow storm and HurricaneSandy have been recent exceptions.

Robin’s procedure starts before theactual delivery of your mail. Shearrives at the Middletown Post Officeand “prepares” the mail. She organizesall the letters, catalogs, magazines, andother items, so that they are all in order.Then they are put in trays. Thepackages, small and large, aregathered and put in order as well. Onceeverything is organized, it is put on hertruck. The final step is to be sure shehas a full gas tank, and to check the lights, tires, etc. Then it’stime to start her route.

Using a mini mail truck, Robin has been delivering mail to yourbox, or sometimes boxes to your door, for 11 years. Shestarted delivering here while Springmill was still underconstruction. She was the first community helper mygrandson, Brett, met…he is now 7 years old. Her smile andfriendly attitude made her a favorite visitor to ourneighborhood. I remember during one football season sheeven brought Brett some football shaped pretzels. The way toa young man’s heart…sports and food. He knew her scheduleand would be out there almost every visit to collect the mailand bring it in to Pa. Now that Brett is in school, his brother,Ryan, stands sentry at the mailbox on the days he’s with us.With around 550 deliveries per day, over a 24 mile route,Robin occasionally needs a day off. Postal managementsupplies someone to fill in. Amanda is her sub now. Robinstarted as a sub, driving and learning the routes, beforebecoming a full-time driver in 2003.

When asked about the advantages and disadvantages ofher job, Robin said one advantage is her postal customers.She loves meeting all of them. They have become like afamily. She also likes being out on her own. A disadvantageis that the job can be very physical at times…lots of heavylifting. The truck can also get very hot in the summer and verycold in the winter, since it has to be open on both sides…sortof defeats having air conditioning or heating (There is no airconditioning, and the heater barely works.)

We also wondered if Robin had any unusual experiencesdoing her job. She mentioned that when she started workingat the Middletown Post Office in 2000, there were only 9 ruralroutes. Now there are 21 rural routes. “We have watched

Special ThanksSpecial thanks to my two guardian angels, Mark and Jo Verni,who watch over me every single day. From driving me to the Vetfor care for my cats to bringing out my trash, taking me to foodshop and more, they are always there beside me. Life is madeeasier for me knowing their help is at my door round the clock.Eva Skudzinskas

Piano Man Tommy Zito to PerformTommy Zito will appear in the Springmill Clubhouse GreatRoom on Saturday, October 18 at 7:00 PM.

Entertainer and Piano Man Tommy Zitohas loved music throughout his entire life.He has experiences shared by only ahandful of entertainers and excitement onlydreamed of by others.

Tommy Zito began singing at the age offour, and recorded his first record at theage of eight, billed as "Little Tommy".His children's recording " I Played aTrick On Santa Claus" was written andproduced by Tony DeSolo and Les Bear on the Wan-Delllabel, and his first major appearance was in Hazleton,Pennsylvania as the opening act for the Platters. Later,Tommy had the distinction of being a member of three groups,Uproar, Magnum, and Aviator, furthering his career andgaining valuable experience.His talent, love of music, and unselfish quality, endear him toothers. It has also gained him more recognition over the pastfifteen years than ever before, and has earned him the title of"entertainer's entertainer."

Besides a full schedule of local venues, Tommy's travels on theeast coast take him from Boston, MA to Bal Harbor, FL, often asthe entertainment for major corporations such as AT&T, andIBM. For ten years he was also the summer entertainer forResorts Atlantic City Casino Hotel. Submitted by CEC

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time on a century-old cable car, saved and restored by localresidents, which is an original elegant wooden cable car. Thebest views of downtown Pittsburgh were easily visible. Dinnerwas quite special at the Grand Concourse, a renovated railroadstation and now a restaurant.

The last day of this vacation was a visit to the Cathedral of Learning atthe Univ. of Pittsburgh and then on to view the Flight 93 Memorialwhich is still not complete but worth seeing. This was a sombermoment for all visitors as they viewed this special area. It was time toreturn home after an exhilarating week exploring the Michigan area.

While interviewing Sally Bohres about this trip, she said that a longbus ride was made most enjoyable because of GlendaSchneiderman’s attention to detail. She organized games such astrivia and bingo plus passing around wet and dry snacksthroughout the trip. No need to stop frequently to purchasesnacks, Glenda always had something else to share with all. Fullcredit goes to Glenda for planning such an elaborate trip coveringmany interesting locations and accommodations at superior hotelswith outstanding cuisine every day. All the travelers agreed the tripwas first class from the beginning to the end.Sonya Comstock and Sally Bohres, Pictures JoelSchneiderman (See In Memoriam Page 9)

Mackinac Island, MI (August 24-30)What happens when folks from Springmill, Spring Arbor,Odessa National and Media, PA get together for a specialvacation planned by Glenda Schneiderman? It was a mostenjoyable week that took the group on a deluxe motor coachwith stops at several interesting and historic locations. Fifty-three people joined together to see another part of the countryclimaxing with a day at Mackinac Island.

Stopping for the first night inElyria, OH, accommodationswere at the Country Inn with awonderful dinner. After a fullbreakfast buffet the nextmorning, the bus was on itsway to Frankenmuth, MI, aunique old-fashioned Germantown with special shops and avisit to Bronner’s ChristmasWonderland, the largestChristmas shop in the world. The size of the shop and itsvariety of lights seem to justify the daily cost of electricity -$1,000 – and all agreed they have yet to see such anextensive display of Christmas items. Accommodations wereat Zehender’s with German wine tasting at the Bavarian Innfollowed by dinner.

The next morning the group departed for Mackinac Island onthe Star Line Ferry which was a leisurely 35-minute cruise.Mackinac Island is an island and resort area, covering 3.8square miles in land area. It is located in Lake Huron, at theeastern end of the Straits of Mackinac, between thestate’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas. Since no motorizedvehicles are permitted on the island, transportation optionsinclude a variety of choices like horse and buggies andcarriages. Arrival at the Mission Point Resort was followed bydinner at the hotel.

The next day followed with acarriage tour and then a lavishbuffet lunch at the Grand Hotelwith its "old world" charm andevery single guest roomuniquely decorated. Themagnificent dining room easilyheld 1,000 folks. There wastime allotted for everyone toexplore the island on their ownbefore retiring for the night.

The next day the group was back to the ferry to return to themainland where the next stopover was at The Henry FordMuseum in Dearborn, MI. Seeing those wonderful old carsplus the bus that Rosa Parks rode and the Oscar MeyerWeiner Truck brought back memories of many years ago.Accommodations were at the Best Western Greenfield Innwith dinner at O’Henry’s restaurant and an early turn-in timefor next day’s tour.

After a full breakfast, the bus was on its way to Pittsburgh wherecheck-in at the first-class William Penn Hotel followed. Wevisited the Duquesne Incline where one takes a step back in

Fri. Oct. 17 –(Baby Grand) – 7:30 p.m. – “An Evening with Gregory Porter”– Tickets - $45Fri. Oct. 17 (Tatnall) – 7:30 p.m.& Sun. Oct. 19 (Tatnall) – 2p.m. – “Delaware Symphony Orchestra presents Classics 2 –Heaven and Earth” – Tickets - $60Sun. Oct. 19 – (Baby Grand) – 3 p.m. – “Habaneros”-Ensemble members of the National Symphony Orchestra ofCuba performing Cuban music. Tickets - $25Thurs. Oct. 23 – 8 p.m. – “The Milk Carton Kids and SarahJarosz” – an indie folk group – Tickets - $29-$37Fri. Oct. 24 – (Baby Grand) – 8 p.m. – “Frank Vignola andVinny Raniolo” – two guitarists who have performed in over1,000 shows – Tickets - $20Fri. Oct. 31 – (Baby Grand) – 8 p.m. – “Darlingside and TallHeights” – Boston based quartet perform bluegrass, classical andbarbershop accompanied by an arsenal of strings – Tickets - $16Delaware Theater Co., 200 Water Street, 302-594-1100Until Oct. 5Evening/Matinee Performances“Love Letters” – Two-character play explores bittersweetrelationship between a man and woman. Stars MichaelLearned and Daniel Davis. Tickets - $30-$45DuPont Theatre, 1007 N. Market St., 302-656-4401Matinee & Evening PerformancesSat. Oct. 11 – 8 p.m. - “Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Two-Man Group – two masters of improv comedy. Tickets - $45-$60Tues. Oct. 14-Sun. Oct. 19 – “Sister Act” – A wannabe divawitnesses a murder and the cops hide her in a convent underthe watchful eye of Mother Superior. Tickets - $20-$85Wilmington Drama League’ 10 West Lea Blvd., 302-764-1172Fri. Oct. 24 – Sun. Nov. 2Afternoon/Evening Performances “To Kill a Mockingbird” – Tickets - $17

NewarkUniversity of DelawareRoselle Center for the Arts, 302-831-2204Through Oct. 12 “Angels in America: Part One - TheMillennium Approaches” - epic tale between outrageouscomedy and despair. Tickets - $21-29.Sonya Comstock

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Sports and Fitness NewsHorseshoes – Rob Bishop reports: We got off to a great start.Both pits are being used at 10:30 Friday mornings. ChuckRuh and I are in the process of adding additional ties to thefront of the pits. Now is a great time to come out as the tempsare lowering, and playing is so much more enjoyable.  Thanksto all who have come out so far!

Tennis – Bill Gurnee reports: See story and pictures onSpringmill Tennis Classic on Page 15. We invite you to comeup and give us a try.  Rusty? We’ll work with you.  Open playtimes thru October are Saturdays and Sundays starting at9:00 AM.  There is previously scheduled play Tuesdays andThursdays on Court 1 and open play on Court 2.  Both start at9:00 AM as well.

Bocce – Anne Lucas, Bocce coordinator reports: The Bocceseason ended on August 28. Final Team standings arebelow. See page 14 for Season Ending Luncheon pictures.See you next spring.Tuesday League Wednesday LeagueTeam W L Team W LEasy Rollers 26 4 Forza 22 8The Rollers 16 14 The Bru’s 21 9Sassy Dames 11 19 Renegades 16 14Happy Rollers 7 23 N’side Ladies 1 29The Bocce and Tennis/Pickleball courts are always open,weather permitting. Bocce equipment is in the closet in theCraft Room.

Women’s Golf - Jo Ann Stump reports: The Middletown LadiesGolf League is winding down. We have had a great golf seasonthis year due to great weather. Our last official day will be Oct.9th which will be a fun field day. We will have our seasonending luncheon immediately following the nine hole event. Wewill continue to have open play through the end of October aslong as the weather cooperates. We will hold our specialPumpkin Ball event on October 30th. It is always a fun day.Thanks to our members for such a good turnout each andevery week. We look forward to next year. If any lady golfer isinterested in playing next year, please give Jo Ann Stump acall.

Men’s Golf –Joe Tomassetti reports: The Springmill SeniorMen’s League has continued to play each Thursday. Weaverage about 20 players each week. Since we play for theenjoyment of the game there are no winners or losers. Wewelcome anyone who enjoys the game to join us and continueto add new players. Our last day is October 30th, so there isstill time to join us for some fun and socializing. If you areinterested please contact Joe Tomassetti atj.tomassetti@verizon.net or call me.

Pickleball – Carl Rifino Pickleball Coordinator reports: Thesummer is now behind us, but there are still some days thatwill be good “Pickleball Days”. The weather is cooler and thewind isn’t as bad as during the spring. We will be changingour starting time in October to 9:30 AM, and we’ll be playingon Mon., Wed. & Fri. mornings. We can play at other timeswhen the courts aren’t scheduled for tennis activity. JanetHerner brought her teenage grandson to the court during Julyand they, along with other family members were seen “hittingthe ball around”. There were three generations playing thegame. Her grandson had learned the game at school and

liked it. While I was looking on, Janet invited me to join in,while warning her grandson to watch out for the “old guy”.There’s nothing like a young enthusiastic teenager to picturewhat it used to be like.The important thing about this story is that if you learn thegame, it can help you have quality time with the second andthird generations in your family. You will also benefitpersonally from the exercise. Now is the time to learn thegame. Having some racket skills will help, but they aren’tessential to learn the game. One person came out this pastmonth to try it out, but I won’t mention his name until hebecomes a regular. If a few more beginners also come out,the learning will be a lot better experience for everyone. Sostop procrastinating, but if one of your excuses is the comingcold months, we have an answer: go indoors. We play at theBear Y on Wed. & Fri. evenings from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Youcan join just the pickleball program, which is good for all-yearround activity for a fee of approx. $70, or join as a full-timemember, which enables you to use the entire club.Bob Hill and I played at the Delaware Senior Olympics onSept 20 and 21. Press deadlines prohibit us from telling youthe results, but we’ll share the news “good or otherwise” in theNovember issue.

Fitness - Water Aerobics Water Aerobics begins on Oct. 1at the Hampton Inn.  Contact Ann Raymond for a registrationform (due by the end of September).  Sessions will be Mon.,Wed., and Fri., 10:30 - 11:30 and the cost is $4 each session.

Yoga, Meditation and Walking Club schedules as reportedby Cynthia Frank: Yoga 9:00 AM and Meditation 10:00 AM onMonday. Walking Club Monday, Wednesday and Friday at8:00 AM. All activities in the Clubhouse

Staying fit should be a goal which will help all of us to agegracefully. Springmill offers several ways to help everyonestay fit. With Water Aerobics (at the Hampton Inn),Jazzercise, Yoga, Meditation, the Walking Club, the Gym andmiles of scenic paths and streets for safe walking andbicycling, it is easy to get out and help stay fit at your ownpace and ability.Compiled by Dick Rausch

ROMEO LuncheonThe ROMEO Luncheon will be held on Thursday, October16th at the Red Robin in Peoples Plaza - 12:30 p.m. ArtLamb is the contact. All Springmill men are welcome.Please let Art know if you will attend and if you need a ride.Joe Grippo

Charity CommitteeA Thank you note from Sandy Slowik, MOT Senior CenterOutreach Coordinator:“The quantity of food is even more overwhelming when bothcars arrive at the same time. On Monday we had a “super”delivery of food and other products. You are all a Godsendto the senior center and the folks that we serve with yourcontinued support. There were even a few neighbors whoseitems weren’t picked up and they delivered themthemselves. That is true commitment.Thanks much for your help.”

Maria Corvino

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