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1998-11-02 ;~,;....~"" ... AGENDA RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING NOVEMBER 2, 1998 CALL MEETING TO ORDER PRESENT: RlH., K.D., S.L., le., lE., RF., E.K., S.M., lV. APPROVE MINUTES: October 5, 1998 CORRECTIONS APPROVED: SECONDED: COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE CORRESPONDENCE 1. Letter to Supervisor Smith from Marshall & Sterling re: Reese Park "No Trespassing" 2. Memo from Peter Paggi Re: Castle Point Bathrooms 3. Letter from Frances F. Dunwell- Hudson River Estuary re: Protected Lands 4. Letter from Peter Paggi re: Proposed water improvements at Robinson Lane 5. Letter from Sebastian Carta (Dutchess Debs) re: use of Robinson Lane 7/24,25,26, 1998 6. Copy of Letter to Supervisor Smith re: 1999 Youth program grant of$7,918. 7. Letter to Joseph Ennesser from Irv. Miller re: Dutchess County Classic 8. Thank you letter from Sharon McSween for use ofR L. for Tournament 9/26 & 27 9. Letter to RJ.H. Re: surplus equipment from I.B.M. OLD BUSINESS - Meadowood Subdivision - Christmas Parties - Dedication procedures - Job Description - Recreation Director and Summer Director -Swim program and summer program NEW BUSINESS MEETING ADJOURNED NEXT MEETING RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES NOVEMBER 2, 1998 NEXT MEETING DECEMBER 7,1998 AT 7:00 P.M. AT SCHLATHAUS PARK The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Commission was held November 2, 1998 at Schlathaus Park, All Angels Hill Road, Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Ralph 1. Holt. Others present were Kathi DeLisa, Senior Citizen Director, Stephen Lowery, Recreation Director, Commission Members Joseph Ennesser, Ronald Friedman, Ellen Korz, Stephen Miller and Joanne Vazquez. The minutes of the October 5, 1998 meeting were approved on a motion by Mr. Ennesser seconded by Mrs. Vazquez. CORRESPONDENCE A letter was received from Marshall and Sterling Insurance in regard to the incident that took place at Reese Park last year where a child was injured swinging from a tree that contained a rope swing. As a result of this incident, the insurance company is requesting that "No Trespassing" signs be posted in an effort to deter people in the future from trespassing upon town property, especially at this location. Since there was a concern as to whether it was legal to place no trespassing signs on recreation property, Mr. Holt, Mr. Tompkins and Mr. Jack Peluse of Marshall and Sterling went on a site inspection. After their inspection, it was agreed that signs would be placed in this area. Mr. Ennesser has already ordered the signs and they have been received. Maintenance will see that they are posted as soon as possible. Since there was a question regarding on whose property the tree was located, Mr. Pel use forwarded to us a map prepared by a professional land surveyor which notes that the tree is located on town property. A memo was received from Peter 1. Paggi advising us that the final inspection of the new Castle Point Bathroom facilities was conducted on October 23, 1998. The memo stated that all project components appeared to be in proper working order at the time of the inspection. He also mentioned that since the building is not heated and the colder weather is approaching that Steve Tompkins has indicated that he will need to drain the water system in the near future. Mr. Paggi indicated that he has turned over keys submitted by the Contractor to Mr. Tompkins. He also noted that due to the possibility of vandalism, it was decided not to install the exterior wall mounted drinking fountain and that the Contractor will credit the cost of the fountain to the Town in his last voucher. He also noted that the water system installed at the site is similar to the one installed at the Emergency Services Building and will require a certain amount of upkeep. He indicated that some thought should be given as to who will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the system. A letter was received from Frances 1. Dunwell of the Hudson River Estuary thanking us for providing information on properties in the Hudson River Estuary project. She also enclosed a current basemap of the protected lands within the Hudson River Valley. A letter was received from Sebastian Carta, Jr. of the Dutchess Debs. In his letter he requested the use of Robinson Lane Recreation area for July 24th, 25th and 26, 1999 for their annual tournament. This letter will be given to Mr. Miller for follow up. Mr. Holt indicated that he had heard that the girls playing for the Town of Wappinger teams were not allowed to participated in the Debs League and felt that this was not right. After a discussion it was decided that this was an issue between the Town Little League and the Dutchess Debs and did not effect the Recreation Commission. A copy of a letter that was sent to Supervisor Smith from the Dutchess County Youth Bureau was forwarded to us. This letter indicated that the County Youth Board has approved the 1999 Youth Development Delinquency Prevention (YDDP) application for "Recreation 1999" program in the amount of$7,918. They asked that the Municipal Resolution to accept these funds be returned to them by Thursday, December 31, 1998. A letter was received from Irvin M. Miller of the Dutchess County Classic thanking the Recreation Commission for their interest and support of the Classic. He noted that the Town of Wappinger is well recognized in the running community because of the classic. He mentioned that he is personally appreciative of the effort and attention the Town Recreation affords him and especially thanks Peggy Roe and Steve Tompkins for their help in this year's race. A letter was received from Sharon McSween and Barbara Ponte, Co-Chairs of the "Come to Bat" for Battered Women tournament which was held at Robinson Lane on September 26th and 27th. They indicated that the weekend was perfect for softball and they thanked us for the part that we played to make this tournament a success. A letter was received from 1. 1. Sovik, MHV Technical Gifts Program Coordinator at I.B.M. congratulating us on being selected to participate in the ffiM East Fishkill surplus equipment donation program. ffiM will be donating 4- 24 x 60 student tables, 10 side chairs, 8 oak keyboard trays and 1 secretarial chair which will be used for the Senior Citizen Computer program which we are starting soon at Schlathaus. Mr. Holt indicated that the tables are all assembled and in place at Schlathaus and the equipment has been placed on each station. He indicated that he and Mr. Paoloni will be checking the systems to make sure all the programs are in place and then Mr. Holt will meet with the instructor to review the equipment. Hopefully, the program will be started the end of November. 2 RECREATION DIRECTOR'S REPORT Mr. Lowery mentioned that the Halloween party went well on October 25th with about 143 children in attendance. He thanked all the Commission Members who were there to help. Mrs. Korz mentioned that she has sent out "thank you' s" to all those who donated prizes and also to the 3 witches Gudges) Supervisor Connie Smith, Town Clerk Elaine Snowden, and Sylvia Holt. He mentioned that the Ketcham Chamber Choir is set to sing at the Tree Lighting Ceremony at Schlathaus Park on December 6th. Mr. Lowery handed out a review of the duties for the Recreation Director and the Summer Director. Mr. Holt asked all the members to review this list of duties and report at the next meeting any additions or deletions. He indicated that we have to have this list complied so that a letter can be sent to the present summer director indicating the scope of the duties and that the Town feels that this is a 7 week commitment. Mr. Lowery indicated that he would like to have an Arts & Crafts Instructor for all the camps. His idea was that this person would be in charge of the arts and crafts and would travel to each camp one day a week to do special projects and to formulate ideas for the craft projects. That way the directors and aides can be involved in the daily running of the camps. He mentioned that the arts and crafts portion of the camps could be greatly improved. Mr. Holt mentioned that the 1999 budget has already been submitted so that if we cannot do it with what has already been submitted that it couldn't be done this year. Mr. Lowery said that he felt that we would have the funds and that we could use one of the positions that we already have. If that is the case, it was agreed that he contact the person he has in mind and see if she might be interested in such a position. He again mentioned that he is working on the recreation brochure and has requested everyone with information to please get it to him by the next meeting. He will need contact numbers and registration dates for all programs such as Little League, Soccer, Pop Warner etc. SENIOR CITIZEN REPORT Mrs. DeLisa handed out a report on the Senior Activities for the month of October. This report is attached to these minutes. MR. ENNESSER'S REPORT Mr. Ennesser reported that they have received $800. for the roadway work at Reese Park from the Greenway Grant. He mentioned that he has contacted Roger Humeston ofRG.H. Construction about this work. 3 SCID..ATHAUS PARK C.D. GRANT He indicated that he has been in contact with Mr. Don Swartz, Architect and that he has compiled plans for Schlathaus for the C. D. Grant. He mentioned that his fee of $4,200. will have to be backed out of the grant money which leaves us with approximately $16,000. left to do the actual construction. He said that he has contacted the County Planning and they have backed out of the grant the blacktop work and they are concentrating on the construction of a handicap bathroom, widening several of the doorways and the construction of a handicap ramp at the house. He mentioned that it was indicated to him that we have to go out to bid for the services of an architect and that Mrs. Roe has a format for this bid from when we did the Castle Point building. He said that he would take that format and revise it for this project. MOHEGAN BUS TRIP Mr. Friedman mentioned that the trip to Mohegan was great. Everyone enjoyed the trip but most didn't bring back any money. HANDICAP STENCIL Mr. Friedman mentioned that in signing the bills, he noticed that there was a bill to Seal and Stripe for painting the handicap markings at Rockingham Park. He mentioned that he thought it would save the Town money if we purchased our own stencil and have the maintenance people repaint these markings as needed. Mr. Ennesser will look into pricing this stencil. ROBINSON LANE WATER Mr. Friedman said that he read the letter from Paggi and Martin and the proposed improvements to the water system at Robinson Lane. He mentioned that he didn't feel that there was a supply problem and didn't feel that we should gut and replace everything. Since there are no operating problems why are we doing all this work there. HALLOWEEN Mrs. Korz thanked everyone for their help with the Halloween Party. It was suggested that next year we order more donuts. Mr.Holt also mentioned that soccer did a good job and suggested that Mr. Chappas thank them for their donation of hot chocolate and candy for the program. He mentioned that maybe at that time of year we didn't need the hot chocolate but it was stated that some times it is really cold on Halloween. A discussion took place about the timing for the distribution of the "goodie bags" and it was suggested that they be distributed to the children on their last trip in front of the bandstand. By doing it that way, it will eliminate the mad rush to get their bags. 4 SUMMER TRANSPORTATION Mr. Miller mentioned that he has met with Karen at the WCS transportation department to show her the glaring inconsistencies in the 1998 summer transportation bill. He said that in a lot of the cases that the buses came from other garages i.e. Van Wyck etc. They did agree however on 8 miles a day for the mileage portion and a 2 hour a day fee for the swim program. He indicated that a corrected bill will be forwarded to the Town. DEDICATION Mr. Miller mentioned that he has written an amendment to the Field Dedication process and asked that it be printed in the minutes and discussed at the next meeting. The revision is as follows: "Exception: An active participant in any recreation program or recreation capacity who passes away may be granted the naming of a park, playground or recreation site. A coach, player, league official, camper or anyone determined to be a person of notabl~recreation activity and upon notification and permission of the deceased family may have their name placed on the field, playground, park or recreational site in their memory. The naming of this facility must be authorized by the Town of Wappinger Recreation Commission with a duration of up to one year. Following the year, application may be made for permanent naming of the facility." RECREATION SURVEY Mrs. Vazquez mentioned that she has been working with Mr. Lowery on a recreation survey to be sent to Town Residents. The logistics still have to be worked out regarding the mailing and having them returned. She handed out a copy of the survey for the members comments at the next meeting. RYMER Mr. Holt mentioned that we have been notified that we will be getting an approval letter for the entrance to the Rymer property in the near future. Mr. Holt mentioned that he has been down to the area with the maintenance men to go over some of the work that we will be doing They have been working and they have made an in road. This letter will give us permission to dismantle the stone wall to start the entrance. He reminded us that quite a while ago we were given $20,000. To build a road into the park. Mr. Holt said that Mr. Paggi indicated to him that there is a certain way that entrance is built. Mr. Paggi and Mr. Holt concur that we will not be able to do this work. It was mentioned that we will have to go out and get a contractor to do the work. Mr. Paggi indicated that he has the specs drawn up. How far the $20,000. will take us 5 , . we have no idea but we would like to get started. Mr. Ennesser had put together a plan for the park a few years ago and we will work off this proposed plan. Mr. Holt mentioned that the whole park will be 30 acres when we are finished and Mr. Friedman mentioned that probably 20-25 acres will be swamp land. Mr. Holt said that there will be enough dry land where we can build a decent camp. Mr. Friedman mentioned that we should have Mr. Paggi design the roadway in terms of what it can be built of since there is so much muck and water etc. If it is not designed properly with usage it will just fall apart. CASTLE POINT Mr. Holt mentioned that when they were doing the building to get electric to the building nobody thought to put the telephone line in. We have been working with the telephone company to try to get the line in. The building is not as big as we thought after you get the handicap restrooms. The phone will be placed in the storage area. CHRISTMAS PARTIES Mr. Holt mentioned that a few weeks ago Mrs. DeLisa heard from a gentleman in Pleasantville and he offered to give a little lunch box to the children which contained 8 cookie cutters, a cookbook and a wooden spoon. Mr. Holt and Mr. Tompkins when down there and ended up getting 600 of these little boxes and contents. The seniors today put together the cardboard boxes so that we can give them out for Christmas.. The plan is to put the candy cane, and little ornament in the box so that the children get everything at once when they see Santa. Sign up for the Elks Christmas parties for the Seniors will be held on November 12th. Mr. Holt said that he will be there to help with the sign up. The dates for the two parties are December 8th and December 12th. The plan for the sign up is to give the seniors a number when they arrive and have them wait in the Senior Center until they are called to sign up. Each person can sign up themselves and one other person. Mr. Holt mentioned that the businesses and professionals were really good this year coming thru so that we will be able to hold the two parties. We will be having the regular gifts for them including the little bottle of wine, box of candy, ornament and candy cane. We will again have raftle prizes and Mrs. DeLisa had contacted a Girl Scout troop for the centerpieces. Mr. Friedman asked if we have made any arrangements for those who cannot get in to sign up and was told that we will also be taking phone reservations. In the past we have had approximately 185 people attend and this year we are looking to approximately 250 people. Mr. Holt asked about how we are going to advertise and was told that a press release was put in the Southern Dutchess News and the Poughkeepsie Journal and Mrs. DeLisa has announced it through her column in the Southern Dutchess News. Mr. Holt asked about posting it on the sign at Schlathaus Park and both Mrs. DeLisa and Mrs. Roe felt that it was not necessary. Mr. Miller suggested that if we still can take more people after the 12th that we might think about putting it on the board. 6 . . Mr.. Holt asked Mrs. Roe to call Mr. Chappas to have him find out what if anything soccer will be doing for the Christmas Party on December 6th. Mr. Friedman was asked to contact Little League to see if they will be doing anything. Mr. Holt indicated that the locks on the building at Robinson Lane have been changed. Mr. Lowery was asked to put an ad in the Southern Dutchess News about the Childrens' party on December 6th at 5:00 P.M. Mrs. Roe will contact Meadowbrook Farms regarding the refreshments for the December 6th party. The guys are already working on the lights around Schlathaus. Mr. Chappas will be Santa on the 6th. Mrs. Roe will check with New Hackensack Fire Co. to see that they will be able to bring Santa and to use their kitchen to warm the refreshments. We will be renting the tent and we have the heater. SPOOK HILL PARK Mr. Holt mentioned that a chain link fence will be put on the right of way by Nancy Aleen Drive. There was an old post and rail fence there which has deteriorated and which will be removed. BARN BUILDING Mr. Holt mentioned that we are going ahead with the construction of the addition to the pole building. ROCKINGHAM TRAILER Mr. Holt mentioned that we will be taking the trailer from Rockingham and will be placing it temporarily at the Barn until we ascertain whether it can be used at the Rymer Property. MEADOWWOOD SUBDIVISION The Commission reviewed the above subdivision plat and noticed that there was no indication for recreation purposes. It was our thought that there would be a dedication for recreation in this area. It was suggested that a letter be sent to the Planning Board asking for a explanation of the recreation dedication. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mr. Ennesser. Peggy Roe Recreation Secretary 7 BILLS PAID DURING NOVEMBER 1998 A-1620.40 CENTRAL HUDSON GAS & ELECTRIC Tennis Courts 7690-0425-01-8 177.45 Schlathaus Park 7808-0400-01-9 51.18 Myers Comers & All Angels 7808--405-00-0 110.33 Robinson Lane 7690-0760-00-0 772.10 Airport Park 7941-2255-00-6 127.14 A-1620.41 BELL ATLANTIC Spook Hill 297-9861 6.47 Quiet Acres 297 -7780 4.28 A-7110.2 A-711 0.4 FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS Robinson Lane 227-9434 17.16 Brady's Power Equipment Hopewell Home Improvement 449.99 9,780.00 Expanded Supply Products, Inc. R.G.H. Construction Platt Country Village Locksmith Milton Alley Agway Milton Alley Agway Crop Production Services Dutchess Co. Sheriff Williams Lumber & Home Centers Williams Lumber & Home Centers Williams Lumber & Home Centers Williams Lumber & Home Centers Seal & Stripe Chris Bar Electric Chris Bar Electric Chris Bar Electric B. & H.Tire Service Print Plus A-I Portable Toilets 81. 00 600.00 40.00 35.00 34.65 392.84 190.68 38.16 41.21 37.43 36.71 125.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 25.50 54.00 58.00 A-7I40.4 A-7620.4 B-731O.4 A-I Portable Toilets A-I Portable Toilets A-I Portable Toilets 58.00 116.00 13 3.00 Meadowbrook Farms Aristocrat Tours Aristocrat Tours 128.00 435.00 595.00 A. C. Moore K-Mart 49.82 43.82 Maureen Irvin Meadowbrook Farms Roberts Boice Paper Co. K-Mart 223.82 184.00 270.00 29.70 '. NOVEMBER 1998 REPORT TO THE RECREATION COMMISSION FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 1998 SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER October activities at the Senior Citizen center included the regular schedule of arts/crafts, oil painting, photo club, exercise, line dancing, bingo, puzzles, bridge, spanish class, cards and games. On the 23rd the seniors held their annual craft Fair. The Fair included crafts made by the seniors throughout the year, plus a bake sale, granny's attic, book sale, coffee and donuts and raffle prizes. It was a very successful day. On the 30th over 65 seniors attended our annual Halloween party at the Center. There were treat bags for all in costumes and prizes for the best. We had donuts and cider in the morning and pizza and cider for lunch followed by birthday cake as we celebrated the month's birthday people. And then the seniors played a few games of Bingo winning pumpkins brought in by James Evans school students. It was a great day! speaking of James Evans school, students from Jame Evans and R.C. Ketcham under the guidance of paul Tobin (principal of James Evans) participated in "Make a Difference Day" by going to senior's homes on the 25th and raking leaves, cleaning up their yards and doing other outside chores. The seniors from the center who were recipients of this were thrilled and so grateful. It was a super idea and did make a difference to several seniors. Kathy Godwin from Kaiser permanente senior Advantage spoke on upcoming changes in Medicare plus HMO's. Health care in changing rapidly. Representatives of different HMO's inform our seniors of these changes and of course dicsuss the advantage of the HMO they represent. Blood pressure was cancelled this month. Our monthly birthday party was held on the 31st. The Trip Villa Baglieri was lots of fun. The next trip is to the westchester Dinner Theater. There are 190 seniors registered at the center and 265 on the waiting list. ITEMS TO BE NOTED: 1. November events include a Thanksgiving luncheon at Bocci's, Wheel of Fortune with students from James Evans. 2. The christmas parties at the Elk's lodge are scheduled for Dec. 8th and Dec. 15th. Reservations for these parties will taken on Nov. 12 until they are filled. ., T\J IJ ~..} E r.~..l B E R ..1 ~. - '-I .... 9 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 De~isa rv] 0 J\! . F:R I . 'TUES. l..\1 ED. .T H lJ R 5 . 2 1 I 10: PHOTO CLUB AT SCHLATHAUS 10-Noon: arts/crafts "WO: LUNCH 12:30: cards/qam~s 9 1 1 10: PHOTO CLUB AT SCH~ATHAUS 10-Noon: arts/crafts "WON: ~UNCH 12:30: cards/games 16 I _I 10: PHOTO CLUB AT SCH~ATHAUS 10-Noon: arts/crafts mON: ~UNCH 12:30: cards/Qames 23 1 I 10: PHOTO C~U8 AT SCHLATHAUS 10-Noon: arts/crafts WON: LUNCH 12:45: BINGO!BINGO! }O 1 I 10: PHOTO CLUB AT SCHLATHAUS 10-Noon: arts/crafts 'lOON: ~UNCH 12:30: cards/games I 3 I VOTE! VOTE! VOTE ! I ELECTION DAY!!! THE CENTER IS CLOSED!!!! 10 1 I 10-Noon: OI~ PAINTING 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30: SPANISH 12:30-3: cards/games 5 ITRIP:WEST THEATER I 6 ICRAFT CLASS: I 111:BRIDGE I___IXMAS ORNAMENTS I 10 -11: EXERC I SE I 10 -11: LINE DANC I NG I 110-Noon: arts/crafts 110-Noon: arts/crafts I INOON: LUNCH INOON: LUNCH I 112:45: BINGO!BINGO! 112:30: cards/games I I I 1 I 1 2 I 1 1: BR I DGE I 1 3 I 1___'10:BLOOD PRESSURE___I 110-11:EXERCISE 10-11: LINE DANCING 110-Noon: arts/crafts 11: BINGO!BINGO!!!! THE CENTER IS INOON: LUNCH NOON: LUNOH CLOSED!!!!! 112:30: cards/games 12:45:BINGO!BINGO! I CONTINUED! ( 119 I '___'11: BRIDGE 110-11: EXERCISE 111:WHEEL OF FORTUNE (WITH EVAN'S STUDENTS INOON: LUNCH 112:45: WHEEL CONTINUE I 261 I_I I THANKSGIVING DAY!!! 1 THE CENTER IS I CLOSED!!! IENJOY! THANK YOU ALL IFOR ALL YOU DO!!!!!!! 23 Fred Aliotta I 29 Ruth speedling I 29 Marie Lustgarten 1 29 Elaenor Sammartino I 30 Violet Ladew 1 1 1 1 4 I I 10 -1 1: EXERC I SE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 11 I 1 VETERAN'S DAY 25 I 1 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:45: BINGO!BINGO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! 201 I 10-11: LINE DANCING 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCHiBIRTHDAY_ 12:45: BINGO!BINGO! 1 1 I I DA Y! ! 1 , . I I I 27 I I DIGESTION N THE CENTER IS CLOSED! ! ! l..-JAPP INGER :::. E: r".J I -:=) p_ r...J E 1.......1 .- -. BY Kathi Delisa, Director NOVEt~8ER 1998 Ummm! Turkey and stuffing, candied yams, pumpkin pie and all that good food. It's time again for Thanksgiving and then a whirlwind of holiday parties!! Don't miss all our upcoming parties and events! Much is happening so read on.. First I want to thank all of you for your hard work and contributions to our craft Fair. It was another super success thanks to all of you. It takes a lot of work and cooperation and you all certainly do your part. Thank you all. And I want to take the opportunity to thank Regina and Maria for all they do. Beside keeping you all busy, they must find time and ways to finish up or fix the projects I give them to do before the Fair.. These two outstanding craft Teachers/assistants help make it possible for us to have such a successful fair. So if you have a chance, give them an extra hug and let them know we all appreciate what they do for all of us. I am grateful to have such great co workers as well as a great group of seniors. Thank you all! proceeds from the Fair go towards our luncheons, especially towards our holiday festivities. Read on to find out how to reap your rewards of your hard work. our Thanksgiving luncheon will be held at Bocci's Restaurant on Wed., NoV. 1sth. The lunch includes antipasto, salad, pasta a choice of Cicken Francaise or Marsala, Eggplant parmigiania or Broiled Fish, coffee and dessert. The cost to all current with dues in $10.00. those not current with dues, the cost is $17.00. You must sign up and pay for this lunch by Nov. 10th. No refunds after Nov. 13th. Now for other November happenings: On Nov. 6, there will be a craft class to make christmas ornaments. You must sign up to participate. On the 19th, WHEEL OF FORTUNE WITH CHILDREN FROM JAMES EVANS SCHOOL! A few of the the elementary school children will come to the center to team up with a senior and playa 1 .' few rounds of Wheel. Of course there will be prizes for all contestants and lots of fun for all! If you wish to be a contestant, please let me know. The children are looking forward to playing. From the educational side, Wheel is a great word game for teaching certain letter combinations and also can help with spelling. But most important, it is an opportunity for many of these children to share some fun with seniors. So come out and have some fun and PLAY WHEEL OF FORTUNE! We also need a Nana White, score keepers and letter changers. Let me know if you can help. And more Nov. news: Blood pressure is on the 12th this month. Birthdays will be celebrated on the 20th. BINGO DAYS are Mon. Nov. 23rd<open to those on waiting list>, wed. Nov. 25th, Thurs. the 5th, Fri.the 13th<from 11a.m.) and 20th. The Oenter is CLOSED ON ELECTION DAY NOV. 3, VETERAN'S DAY NOV. 11, THANKSGIVING DAY NOV. 26 and "DIGESTION DAY" NOV. 27th. COMING EVENTS: Our ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LUNOHEON: will be at Villa Borghese on Dec. 4th. at Noon. This luncheon is open to all those on the waiting list. . The menu will include: soup, salad, a choice of Ohicken Francaise, Stuffed Filet of Sole or prime Rib of Beef, dessert and coffee/tea. The cost for those current with dues is $11.00. The cost for those not current with their dues is $28.00< Oost may vary to those who are new to the oenter. You must sign up and pay for this luncheon by NOV. 25th. There will be NO REFUNDS after this date. Get ready for a great time! There will be lots of surprises, good food, music by Johnny Dell and a great day to enjoy the holiday spirit with your friends. Bells will .be jingling <are they sleigh bells?) HO!HO!HO! Last year through your generous donations, we helped 2 families to have a brighter Ohristmas. would you like to do this again? Please let me know REAL SOON. If you know of a family in need, let me know also. The WALKING CLUB continues. .If you would like to join the walking Club start now! A chart is hanging on the door. Just add your name and start walking. Six times around the Town Hall is a mile. Just mark the number of times you walk around, I wi 11 convert it to mi les later. We do recommend yoU walk with someone. Use the "BUDDY" syst12m when possible. Walking is considered one of the best .physical exercises you can do for your health It can help reduce blood pressure, regulate insulin for diabetics, keep your heart healthier and so much more. Goal for 1999 walkers: To do 5 more miles this year than last year. A minimum of " L. '. -. 10 miles is required by the end of the "walking Year." If you are just starting, you can make at least 10 miles your goal. That is only 60 times around the building in a year or 5 time around a month. start now! Enjoy the Carol KOPP's tribute to winter and sue Bush's appropriate poem for veteran's Day. The Creative corner was started for YOU to share your thoughts, drawings or writings. so come on seniors! Let's see your "stuff." In regard to paying dues, many of you are now paying your dues on a yearly basis and for that your Treasurers thank you. This makes bookkeeping much easier and efficient. Many choose to do this as they cannot be at the center every week and want to participate in our special events. Yearly dues is $25.00. Many of you pay on a monthlY basis and that too makes it easier to keep track of. A few of you are NOT current with dues, this may result in your paying full price for the upcoming luncheons! Your Treasurer says that for those paying dues by the month, November dues is $2.50. Those on the waiting list are welcome to pay dues. This is voluntary. This entitles you to join our "out of Genter" activities at a reduced cost. WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY: In case of bad weather, snow and/or ice center closing will be announced on WEOK (1390AM);WPDH (101.5FM) or OLDIES 97.7FM, or WALL (1340AM) or WRRV (92.7FM). EXERCISE IS CANCELLED automatically if the schools are closed due to inclement weather. This may differ from the center closing. THANKSGIVING is almost here. I want to take this opportunity to thank each of you for all you do, for all you are. Each one of you bring something special to the center; a smile, a prayer, a kind word, a funny joke, a hug, compassion, understanding oh so much more there isn't enough space to print all. You make the world a nicer place to be. I am grateful for your support, understanding, kindness, for all this and so much more. I thank each and everyone of you. Thank you for just being you. I am truly blessed that each of you are part of my life. Happy Thanksgiving and may God Bless you all. Love and a big Hug and smile to all of you! 3 .' ~ CREATIVE CORNER THERE WILL BE POPPIES GROWING IN FLANDERS FIELD BY SUE BUSH THERE WI~~ BE POPPIES GROWING IN F~ANDERS FIE~D, THAT HAD NEVER BEEN THERE BEFORE. POPPIES GROWING ROW ON ROW, AND NO ONE KNOWS HOW MANY MORE. IT IS GUIET AND PEACEFU~ IN F~ANDERS FIE~D. WHERE OUR DEAR ONES ARE ~AID TO REST. MAY THE ~ORD BE WITH THEM A~WAYS, THEY JUST HAVE PASSED THE TEST. IT MADE NO DIFFERENCE OF THEIR NAMES, THEIR CO~OR, OR THEIR CREED. THEY FOUGHT AND ~OVED AND DIED TOGETHER, FOR THE RIGHTS THAT THEY BE~IEVED. AND AS I HEAR THE BUG~E CA~~, SO SOFT~Y IN THE NIGHT, MAY THE ~ORD BE WITH THEM A~WAYS, THEY JUST COMP~ETED THEIR FIGHT. YES THERE WIl~ BE POPPIES GROWING IN F~ANDERS FIE~D THAT HAD NEVER BEEN THERE BEFORE. POPPIES GROWING ROW ON ROW BUT ON~Y GOD KNOWS, HOW MANY MORE. 4 -'" WINTER by CAROL, KOPP WINTER IS COMING SEE AL,L, THE TREES CHANGING THEIR COL,ORS AND L,OOSING THEIR L,EAVES. YEL,L,OW, RED, ORANGE AND BROWNS WATCH AS THEY FLUTTER TO THE GROUND SOON ALL, THE TREES WIL,L BE DARK AND BARE DO NOT DESPAIR FOR SPRING WIL,L COME AND ONCE MORE BE AROUND. 5 . I . .' 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