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1995-09-12 AGENDA RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING 9/12/95 CALL MEETING TO ORDER PRESENT: RJ.H., KD., B.R, lC., J.E., RF., B.G., E.K, S.M., and lV. APPROVE MINUTES: August 8. 1995 Approved: Corrections: Seconded: CORRESPONDENCE: 1. Letter to Ron Friedman from Henry Provost re: use of fields 2. Letter from Henry Provost re: vandalism at Robinson Lane 3. Letter from Hughsonville Fire District re: bee spraying 4. Letter from J. Hetsler Central Hudson re: electric service to Castle Point 5. Letter from Betsy Brockway, D. C. Youth Bureau re: 1995 allocations 6. Proposal from Bottini for new boiler at Schlathaus\ 7. Recall info on F-250 Ford truck 8. Letter from Supervisor Smith re: Community Day REPORTS KD. B.R J.C. J.E. RF. B.G. E.K S.M. RlH. NEW BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS - Halloween MEETING ADJOURNED NEXT MEETING ~~~- .. RECREATION COMMITTEE MINUTES SEPTEMBER 12, 1995 NEXT MEETING OCTOBER 10, 1995 AT SCHLATHAUS PARK AT 7:30 P.M. The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Committee was held September 12, 1995 at Schlathaus Park, All Angels Hill Road, Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Ralph J. Holt. Others present were Kathi DeLisa, Senior Citizen Director, Bernie Reimer, Recreation Director and Committee Members James Chappas, Ronald Friedman, Barbara Gutzler, Ellen Korz, and Stephen Miller. The minutes of the August 8, 1995 meeting were approved on a motion by Mr. Friedman, seconded by Mr. Chappas. CORRESPONDENCE A letter was received addressed to Mr. Friedman from Henry Provost, President of the Town of Wappinger Little League. In this letter he mentioned that they have in excess of eighteen teams of either baseball or softball participating in the fall program at Robinson Lane. He mentioned that the games are on Saturdays from now until the weather becomes too cold to play. Also that the fields may be in use on Sundays and through out the week depending on weather and managers practice requirements. In his last paragraph he stated: 'We in this organization expect the availability of Robinson Lane to remain the same as it has in past years. Should the Recreation Commission choose to change this and allow other organizations to use these facilities then we need this information relayed to us as soon as possible.' Mr. Friedman said that this all came about because the Dutchess Debs had called to see if they could use some fields for a fall ball program of their own on Sunday afternoons. Mr. Friedman called Mr. Provost to see if they were using all the fields and was told that they use the fields on Sunday for practice. He also went on to say that the Debs left the fields in bad shape after their tournament in August. Mr. Friedman mentioned to him that if that is the case then Mr. Provost should write a letter to the Recreation Committee and put the facts on file so that we are aware of this for future requests. In the end Mr. Friedman spoke to Mr. Oken and told him that we do not have any fields this year at such a short notice but if they plan on running a similar program next year to get their request in much earlier. A facilities use application was received for the use of Castle Point Recreation Area on September 23rd. Mr. Friedman said that he would open the gate and Mr. Chappas would close. Applications have also been received for September 16th and 17th. Mr. Reimer will open and Mrs. Roe will close. I A letter was received from Henry Provost, President of Little League regarding the vandalism at Robinson Lane which had been reported to the State Troopers specifically the door on the batting cage had been removed and damage had been done inside. Mr Provost mentioned that he had noticed the door was loose on Sunday afternoon but it was not removed at that time. Mr. Friedman mentioned that he saw the door but felt that the door would have to have been unlocked in order to do the damage that was done. Mr. Provost also mentioned that all the banners at the concession stand had been pulled down and were on the ground and that someone had climbed on the roof of the concession stand and pulled off the stack from the furnace. The flashing protruding from the roof had been damaged and the stack was found with the American flag wrapped around it and tied at the top of the flag pole. Mr. Holt mentioned that we will still have to put the stack back on the building. Mr. Friedman mentioned that he also looked at the building and that the grease trap was missing. This will also be checked. Mr. Friedman mentioned that he had received a call from Dan Zoller of the Health Dept. saying that while he was out at Robinson Lane checking on the water he noticed one of the storage doors damaged. Mr. Friedman said that it was the door to the tractor shed and that it was in bad shape for a long time. He also said that he mentioned to Mr. Provost that the door should be fixed as soon as possible.. A letter was received from the Hughsonville Fire District stating that they had experienced a high invasion of bees this summer and because of the summer playground being at their site that they had Mid Hudson Environmental spray three times to rid the property of the bees. They were writing to request that the Town Recreation share the cost of this spraying and that the most recent spraying cost $75.00. The Committee felt that this was justified and that we should pay them the $75.00 as requested and thank them for their concern. A letter was received from J. Hetsler, Estimating/Claims Supervisor for Central Hudson developing a preliminary plan and cost to supply electricity to the Castle Point Park. In the letter , they estimate 1,245 feet of overhead electric line would be needed. Of the 1,245 feet, the Town of Wappinger would be financially responsible for the construction of 553 feet and that the cost to the Town including material and labor was estimated at $3,531.62. A letter was received from the Dutchess County Youth Bureau regarding the 1995 grant allocations. As of August 24th, New York State Division for Youth informed the Youth Bureau that the 1995 Cost of Living Allowances will be honored. This means that the original grant monies of$7,918.00 can be claimed. When Bottini Fuel was at Schlathaus to clean the burner, they discovered a cracked block. They, therefore, have sent a proposal to install a new boiler which comes to $2,850.00. It was suggested that we write a letter to Supervisor Smith to see if we have to go with this bid from Bottini because of the yearly bids or if we have to go out for other bids. A letter was received from the Ford Motor Company regarding a recall on the 1993 F-250 Ford Truck. The recall number and description is 94S79 - Front Bumper Retention. This letter was given to Steve Tompkins for follow up. 2 A memo was received from Supervisor Smith regarding Community Day which will be held September lOth (raindate September 17th). In her memo she requests the use of the speaker system that can be used with a car battery and also to post the event on the community sign at Schlathaus. Mr. Holt mentioned that Community Day was good and that there was a nice crowd. OUTGOING LETTERS 1. Memo to Town Board re the water hook up at the Barn. Was referred to workshop. 2. Memo to Comptroller Ann Buckley regarding the storage tanks for recreation. 3. Memo to Town Board regarding Mr. Friedman sitting in for Mr. Holt while on vacation. 4. Request for P.O. for purchase of pea gravel and gas powered blower 5. Letter to Elks of Wappinger 2609 to confirm date of Christmas Party Dec. 12th 6. Letter to John Butler ofNYNEX regarding payment agents for bills 7. Letter to Supervisor Smith regarding the Youth Bureau Funding for 1996 8. Thank you letters to the following for help with the Summer Program: Kim Lawrence (Fun Central), Mike Cornell (Splashdown), Mike Garrett (Ben & Jerry's), Jack Barmello (Hoe Bowl Holiday), Brian Moody (Mobile Office Concepts, Inc.), and Glenn Thomas (Discovery Zone). SENIOR CITIZEN REPORT Mrs. DeLisa handed out a report on the Senior Activities for the month of August. This report is attached to these minutes. RECREATION DIRECTOR'S REPORT Mr. Reimer mentioned that he had met with the Town Board last evening in a workshop and that they have decided to go ahead with using the swim program to acquire the Youth Bureau funding for 1996. This means that the Town Board will have to cancel the fees for the swim program because we are not allowed to charge for any program funded by the Youth Bureau. Mr. Reimer said that we will have to revamp the swim program because it now has to be open to all Town Residents not only to those who attend our playground program. We will have to decide how the transportation will be handled and how we will schedule the counselors because some will have to be at the swim site and some will have to be at the playground site. Mr. Reimer also mentioned to the Town Board how hard it is to find someone with the W.S.I. qualifications. He told the committee that the Town Board has approved that the Town pay for the certification of the W.S.I. counselor. Mr. Reimer mentioned that he has sent in a request to West Point for concerts both indoor and outdoor for 1996. Requests must be in early. He also mentioned that he has to arrange for the Christmas Party entertainment really soon. 3 The party is scheduled for December 3rd at Schlathaus Park. It was suggested that we try to get the Evergreen Chapter of the Sweet Adelines again this year. They were really good last year but this year we will have to set up some more mics for them. The Schlathaus Race is scheduled for October 7th at Schlathaus Park. We will need to get P.O.'s for the trophies and for the pumpkins for the race. The fall activities will start the first week of October. Aerobics will be Monday and Thursday at Sheafe Road School, Basketball will be Wednesdays at Wappinger Jr. High starting October 11 tho It was noted that again they will have to cancel the month of March because of the gymnastic program at the School. Hopefully, volleyball will be at Myers Comers School on Tuesdays although we have not heard from the school yet as to availability. Mr. Reimer mentioned that he had a meeting with Mr. Rich Robbins and Mr. Dan Zoller of the Health Department recently concerning the actions of one of our summer counselors. They felt that the counselors actions toward one of the campers was considered to be child abuse and should have been reported. Mr. Reimer mentioned that we all felt that it was more child vS. child and that the counselor was a little immature. It was stated that this counselor would not be brought back next year. While there, Mr. Reimer mentioned that both Mr.Robbins and Mr. Zoller praised our program saying that it was an outstanding top notch program. They also commended the work done by Amy Russell. Mr. Reimer and all the Recreaion Committee members praised the work done by Miss Russell. AIRPORT PARK The park is coming along and the fields have been cleaned up. Garbage barrels have been placed out there but Mr. Chappas feels that we need some more around the concession area. He also mentioned that he was concerned about the kids playing in the trench. At the present time the 'overpasses' are open on the sides and the dirt is not evenly distributed. He mentioned that we should monitor this for safety sake. The contractors are still working there and maybe they will take care of this situation. Mr. Chappas said that he will update us on this. We feel that it is up to the parents and the soccer people to help monitor this situation. Maybe a notice should be posted that the children are not allowed in these areas. Mr. Holt mentioned that we have gone out for bids for the fencing along the front of the park. Mr. Holt also asked Mr. Chappas to tell soccer that they are not allowed to park along the road. As soon as the contractors are out of there, soccer is planning to get in there to start the building. ROAD RUNNERS RACE Mr. Ennesser was unable to attend but left information on the items that he has discussed with Mr. Irv. Miller, coordinator of the Dutchess County Classic. He mentioned that he has sent a map which was marked as to where they were to park and where to place the porta johns. He has 4 given permission for them to park inside SB-I (Field #2). The rest of the parking will be where we nonnally park for opening day. He has left a copy of this map with us for our infonnation. It was also mentioned that the speed bumps still have to be painted and Mr. Holt mentioned that the maintenance people were aware of this and that it will be done this week. Mr. Ennesser made note that Mr. Miller will pick up the key to the gate the day before the race at the recreation office and he has told Mr. Miller that he has to get with Mr. Provost about gaining access to the building for the use of electric. Mr. Provost is suppose to meet with Mr. Miller on Friday evening to go over the electric needs. Permission was also given to the runners to remove the sign 'No Parking' at the entrance. Mike Donnolly of the Runners club was given pennission to put in 2 posts at the finish line to hold a banner and a clock and to do this they will insert two sleeves in the ground so it could be used in the future. This request was approved but it was emphasized that it must be low enough so people wouldn't trip over it or interfere with the mowers and equipment. POP WARNER/QUIET ACRES Mr. Ennesser mentioned that he has been in contact with Wayne Holten of Pop Warner about using the field at Quiet Acres for football practice and was told that they did not need it. We therefore do not have to think about putting in lights. BOAT RAMP Mr. Ennesser noted that we still have to pick up the flotation docks from Whites. He has also contacted Port Supply and the dock hardware is suppose to be shipped on September 14th. Mr. Holt mentioned that the docks became loose and were floating down the Hudson River. They were retrieved and are back in place. At first we thought that the rope was cut but on further inspection we noted that from the nonnal wearing it just wore out. Mr. Holt mentioned that we have in the budget to start to replace the docks. The ones that are there are made of wood and they are rotting and the ones we want to get are plastic and should wear a lot better. A proposal for the purchase of the signs for the boat ramp has been sent out and quotes have been received from Brighton Steel and Hudson Valley Signs. These will be ordered this Fall. ROBINSON LANE Mr. Friedman mentioned that there was some trouble with one of the groups using the wrong field at Robinson Lane. It was suggested that we put NO SOFTBALL signs on SL 2 and Holt Field. The fall ball program is going and hopefully they have not planned anything for this weekend. They had been given plenty of notice regarding the race and should not have scheduled any games. HALLOWEEN The haunted house is scheduled for the 29th of October and Miss Gutzler requested that 5 they be able to set up the week before. Mrs. KOIZ mentioned that she has a lot of the donations for the Halloween party. She still has to go to McDonalds (they have been busy opening their new store) and to Ben & Jeny's. We have received the contract from 'Let Us Entertain You. for the entertainment. We will see if we can get some cornstalks from Mr. Tompkins. Mrs.KoIZ still has to go to Meadowbrook to order the cider, apples and donuts. SCHLATHAUS Mr. Vorndran will be putting all the keys that you would use at Schlathaus (electric box, shed etc) all together in one spot in the house and each key will be labeled. Hopefully someone will be available at each function (concert etc) to turn on the electric or get any supplies needed. SPOOK HILL Mr. Miller mentioned that we still have to clear out the shrubs and undergrowth at the above park. The lights still work and the building was painted. We still have to put up the stockade fence. We already have the P.O. for the fence work. He mentioned he would work on a plan to see what we can do there. The parking area needs to be fixed. Overall the summer went well. CASTLE POINT Mr. Holt mentioned that we have approximately $13,000. left from the grant monies received for Castle Point. We have already put in the well and septic system. We have until the end of October to use the rest of the money or we will lose it. We have received a quote of approximately $4,000. From Central Hudson to get the power to the park. Mr. Holt went to the park with the maintenance guys to see where we might want the building to go. We want to draw up a building with a plan for the rest rooms and storage. Since we won't have the building, it was suggested that we get the pump and put it in a pit. Mr. Friedman suggested to Mr. Paggi that we use the left over grant funds to purchase the pump, the pressure tank etc. and if we have to store it in the bam over the winter. He emphasized to Mr. Paggi that we really don't want to leave $10,000. Of the grant money unused. The last Mr. Friedman heard was that Mr. Paggi was going to Supervisor Smith to get approval to use these funds in some way. We have been told that Peter Paggi has done infonnal bids for the equipment but we have to find out what he has actually gone to bid for. Mr. Holt asked Mr. Friedman ifhe could draw up a plan for the building for Castle Point so we can use it for the 1996 C. D. Funding. The meeting was adjourned at 9: 1 0 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Miller seconded by Mrs. KOIZ. Peggy Roe Secretary 6 BILLS PAID DURING SEPTEMBER 1995 A-1620040 CENTRAL HUDSON GAS & ELECTRIC All Angels Hill Road Schlathaus Park 7808-0390-00-4 7808-0400-01-9 75.15 50.26 A-162004I FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS Robinson Lane 227-9434 15.13 NYNEX Quiet Acres 297-7780 96.39 Schlathaus Park 297-4752 24.98 Martz Field 297-9928 53.82 Barn - Montfort 297-3692 41.25 Spook Hill 297-9861 56042 A-711O.2 Northern Hydraulics 830.09 A-711Oo4 Grossman's 244.60 Hutchinson 8.78 Milton Alley Agway 93.10 Jonmar Associates, Inc. 110.50 Windsor Building Supplies 502.88 Enviro-Clean Porta Potty 246.00 Sherwin Williams 243.95 Dutchess County Sheriff 851.11 Milton Alley Agway 138.00 Bottini Fuel 176.62 Centurion Security, Inc. 75.00 Pine Plains Ford Tractor 70.02 Prime Stripe 527.95 Grossman's 57.90 Schmitt's Hardware, Inc. 22043 B. & H. Tire Service 161.00 Enviro Clean Porta Potty 288.00 N. & S. Supply, Inc. 138.23 Dan Zag-Royal Auto Parts 46.97 Grossman's 25.12 Royal Carting Service Co. 703.74 H. G.Page 30.93 BILLS PAID DURING SEPTEMBER 1995 CON'T A-7140A Aristocrat Tours 494.00 Leprechaun Tours 528.00 A-7620A Hobby Hut 186.70 Roberts Boice Paper Co. 434.50 Hobby Hut 42.97 B-731OA Caldor 486.79 Enviro-Clean Porta Potty 96.00 F" SEPTEMBER 1995 REPORT TO THE RECREATION COMMISSION FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER AUgUst activities at the Senior Citizen center included the regular schedule of arts/crafts, oil painting, exercise, line dancing, photo club, videos, bingo, puzzles, cards and games. seventy-five seniors enjoyed a TOPSY Turvy Cincip on the 17th. Definition: A "upside down, inside out picnic." started our picnic with dessert and watermelon and finished with burgers, hot dogs and salads. EVerYOne came with their clothes inside out and other "topsy turvy" combinations. The cincip was held inside so the number of seniors attending was limited to our capacity. It was a fun day, lots of food, games and laughs. Blood pressure screening was held on the 9th and our monthly birthday party on the 31st. Two more of our seniors joined our octagenarian group. Three of members of the oil painting class entered the art show at the Dutchess Co. Fair and all three came away with prizes. All in all their were 4 first prizes 3 second prizes and 2 honorable mention, plus Chairman's Excellent Award and Chairman's choice awards. Also our photo club leader won several awards for his photos. We are all proud of our outstanding seniors!!! The trip to Aqua Turf was great and one of the favorites. There are 198 seniors registered at the center and 171 on the waiting List. ITEMS TO BE NOTED: 1. sept. events include a series of pizza parties as the seniors get ready for their Craft Fair. 2. The next trip is scheduled sept. 19 to Woodloch Pines 3. The Elks Christmas party is scheduled for Tues. Dec. 12th. Letters requesting donations have been sent out. 4. Other upcoming dates: The Annual Craft Fair is scheduled for oct. 20th. The center Christmas luncheon is scheduled for Dec. 8th at Villa Borghese. SEPTEMBER 1995 TOWN OF WAPPINGER SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER: OPEN 10:00A.M.-3:00P.M. 20 Middlebush Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY. 12590 Phone: 297-3670 Director: Kathi DeLisa MON. FRI. TUES. WED. THURS. SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS: 10 Bette Corl 14 Mary Delasantra 20 REGINA WALDRON 21 Connie Martin 23 Etta Elsasser 25 Bea Jones 4 I I LABOR DAY! ! ! ! ! ! ! THE CENTER IS CLOSED! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 11 I I 10: PHOTO CLUB!!!! 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 18 I I 10: PHOTO CLUB!!! ! 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 251NAT'L GOOD INEIGHBOR DAY! 10: PHOTO CLUB!!!! 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 27 Mary Egan H ftP 1>\.( .A. j3oe.,HDAY I ~ To /+LL, 5 I I 10-Noon:OIL PAINTING 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 6 I I 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH/ 12:30-3: cards/games 12 I 13 110-NOON: BLOOD I I PRESSURE! ! ! 10-Noon: OIL PAINTING 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 12:30-3: cards/games 19 ITRIP: WOODLOCH I PINES! 10-Noon:OIL PAINTING 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 26 IGEORGE GERSHWIN'S I BIRTHDAY!!! 110-Noon: OIL PAINTING 110-Noon: arts/crafts INOON: LUNCH 112:30-3: cards/games I I 20 I REGINA'S I BIRTHDAY!!!!!! 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:45-2: BINGO!BINGO! 27 I I 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:45-2: BINGO!BINGO! 7 IGRANDMA MOSE'S I DAY!!!! 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:45-2: BINGO! BINGO ! 14 I I 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:45-2: BINGO ! BINGO ! 211 I 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games! 12:303: VIDEO 28 I I 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH BIRTHDAY PARTY! ! ! ! ! I 1 I I I 10-11:LINE DANCING I 10-Noon: arts/crafts I NOON: LUNCH I 12:30-3: cards/games I I 8 I I I I 10-11:LINE DANCING I 10-Noon: arts/crafts I NOON: LUNCH I 12:30-3: VIDEO I I 15 I AGATHA CHRISTIE'S I BIRTHDAY!!!!! I 10-11:LINE DANCING I 10-Noon: arts/crafts I NOON: LUNCH I 12:30-3: cards/games 12:30-3: VIDEO 22 I I 10-11: LINE DANCING 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3:cards/games 29 IWALKING CLUB I LUNCHEON 10-11: LINE DANCING 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games VJ~l?l?I:N"G-E.R. S E.l'J I 0 R. ~E;VJS By Kathi DeLisa, Director SEPTEMBER 1995 September! Cool nights! Warm days! Autumn arrives on the 23rd. Are you ready for beautiful foliage, crisp cool days ahead, Craft Fairs, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, winter? Am I rushing things? I don't think so, all will be here before you know it! First things first! Time to buckle down and get things ready for our Craft Fair. The Craft Fair will be held on Friday, Oct. 20th in the large meeting room from 10a.m. to 2p.m. Sue and Regina have already started giving you some holiday crafts for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas to work on. There are certain projects I am asking them to make more of and others that we need no more of. In turn, they will be asking you to work on specific projects. Thank you for your cooperation with these projects. We want to make this Craft Fair even better that last year and last year was our best yet! As you all know there is a lot to pulling this together and we couldn't do it without all of you who help so much. Raffle tickets will be available soon. Once again, we will be asking each of you to take a minimum of 5 tickets to sell. It takes ALL OF YOU to help to make this a success. Raffle tickets are the one thing that everyone can participate in. Others also contribute by their crafts, crocheting, knitting, baked goods, etc. besides buying or selling their 5 raffle tickets. Remember, craft sales plus your dues make it possible for luncheons, parties and much more. Please do your part! Thank you. Since you'll all be working SQ hard, we'll have spontaneous Pizza Parties throughout the month. Not telling you when, they will be a surprise. Other September news...blood pressure screening is Sept. 13th. Birthdays will b~ celebrated on Thurs. Sept. 28th. Remember, those with birthdays are asked to bring a cake for 1 (over) " . . the party. We will all help you celebrate. Bingo days are Wed. the 20th, 27th and Thurs. the 7th & 14th. The WALKING CLUB will be having their award luncheon on the 29th. This is only for those who have chosen to be a part of the Walking Club. I've heard some of you grumble about .this. However, there would be no reason for a walking club and its reward if everyone could share in the reward even if they did not participate. So for those of you who have chosen not to be part of the Walking Club, complain if you wish, just drop your quarter in the Complaint Jar on the table. The new year for the Walking Club begins Oct. 2nd. You are welcome to join us at that time. WANTED!!! Suggestions for our Thanksgiving Luncheon. Remember the restaurant must be able to accommodate about 80 or more people. Also start thinking of your 1995 Halloween costume! Tee Hee! Enjoy the poem by Sue Bush. This NEW ADDITION was started in February so you all have the opportunity to share your creative writing, thoughts, drawing or cartoon. Come on Seniors, let's see what your thoughts are! Don't be shy! Share your thoughts and creativity with us!!!!I will include these in the newsletter. We have many talented seniors at the Center. Some do crafts, some paint or draw, some write poetry and/or stories, some have wonderful and creative ideas. You may submit your "writing" or even a drawing or cartoon to me at any time. Please do not submit preprinted articles etc. from other sources. I am sure we will all enjoy reading or seeing the creativity of our fellow seniors. The Wappinger Lions Club needs old eyeglasses or hearing aids. If you have any you no longer want or need, bring them to the Center. I will see to it that they are given to the Lions Club. For those paying dues by the month, Sept. dues is $2.00. Also, if anyone is interested in paying dues on a yearly basis, feel free to do so. Yearly dues is $25.00. A big hug to you all! Smile!!! 2