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Clubhouse Gets New Mirror Ball
Bit by bit we have transformed what was once called the “Multi-purpose Room” into a full fledged Ballroom. First, Frank DeCarlo strung the ceiling lights, and now we have a 20 inch mirror ball. John Pellerito scaled a 12 foot ladder with the huge globe in one hand, after installing an electric motor. We connected the motor to a remote control wall switch, eliminating the need to haul out the bulky ladder each time we wanted to turn the ball on and off. The old system, with a tiny mirror ball, used a battery operated motor to rotate it. Now we can turn both the lights and the ball on from a wall switch. In addition, the system came with a pin spotlight that has different colored lenses. We tried out the ball during our Ballroom Dance on July 14th, and it worked flawlessly and created a really cool atmosphere. Since so many residents enjoy dancing, we’ll get plenty of opportunities to use the new mirror ball.
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August
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Welcome New
Neighbors! If we missed your special day please contact the office and let us know.
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Since organizing on February 21, 2006, our Committee (which has grown to 25 women and men) has been actively involved in many ways with our friends and neighbors. Our records show that for the past one & a half years we have sent over 70 cards to those who have been sick, had surgery, suffered losses of loved ones, and those who needed an extra thoughtful wish. Fifty-five flowers, plants or gifts have been delivered to neighbors at their homes or in the hospital. Food has been taken in to at least 40 families along with those of you not on the committee who also delivered food to your neighbors. We have visited 30 or so people in the community who could not get out or who could benefit from a listening ear during some difficult times. We’ve also visited in the hospital when this is wanted by anyone who is in for a longer stay than usual. Transportation has been provided by Care & Concern members to a number of residents in emergencies, and other outside options of transportation have been researched for those needing continuing transportation. Twelve memorial trees have been planted to date. The CCC has contributed $25 toward the cost of each tree to supplement the collections from the community for each tree and plaque. A “lunch bunch” group has taken various friends for special outings to have a change of scenery and a time to talk about concerns or just small group chatting. These people are not always the same group, but we feel this helps get people involved with others in the neighborhood. A list of medical supplies is posted on the Resident’s Bulletin Board and many of these items have been borrowed (ramps, wheelchairs, toilet risers, shower seats, walkers, canes, etc.). These are always available for loan and can be delivered to those needing them quickly. A list of people who are having surgery, who are ill, & who have had deaths in the families is posted on our bulletin board. This information is obtained by those involved to be sure the information is correct and to get an okay for posting. We do not want to invade anyone’s privacy if he or she does not wish to be listed on the board. Any pertinent information is included as to the nature of the situation, requests for prayers, and addresses of where to send cards. This board has been very active this summer & it is a good place to check on neighbors. The number of thank you notes from friends indicates we are taking good care of those in need. The Committee has had one workshop (CPR Training) and hopes to have more health related workshops in the near future. One idea that is being considered is to have a Weight Watchers Club here at HHR. A representative has been approached and she has indicated that she would come to us for weekly meetings with weigh-ins, and information that Weight Watchers use at other locations.
Our Annual Christmas Tea is enjoyed by many residents and their guests each
year. Proceeds are used to pay for flowers/plants/gifts; cards and stamps;
memorial trees and plaques; “lunch bunch” and workshops.
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July Highlights (click on images to see larger version in new browser window) FRIDAY NIGHT GOLFERS
When Jeanne Brown asked Carl Shackleford, of the St. Louis Ballroom Dancers to demonstrate the meringue, she had no idea she would be part of the demonstration. But she did beautifully as Carl guided her through the steps. 4 couples from the SLBRD demonstrated dozens of various ballroom dances, in addition to a professional couple that performed.
Each month the Garden Club will accept nominees and name a Garden Of The Month. The nominating committee consists of Pat Kuznitz, Marjorie Bruce, and Kay Lamont. A plaque shall be awarded and we will continue to run pictures in the Putterings. This month the nominees were: 96 Avian, 2188 Hawks Landing, 317 Seahawk, 2175 Hawks Landing, 2173 Hawks Landing, 676 Falconcrest, and the winner was 2208 Hawks Landing, residents Bud & Elvira Johnson.
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“Hand
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