It was Bob and Vicky's anniversary, and also Carol & Caroll Jones Anniversary.
Carol and Carroll had just had their anniversary Dinner at Milano's Restaurant and stopped by the hall to visit.
Here is the Newsletter,
NO NEWSLETTER NEXT MONDAY, THE 9TH
RVE CLUB MEETING – Chair Judy Nordquist called meeting to order. We began with Pledge of Allegiance to Flag & singing of God Bless America; closed by singing club song.
Accompanist – Jan Delashmit
Invocation – Kathryn Ratliff - “Train of Life” & prayer
Secretary Report – Judi DeKoning
Treasurer Report – Jim Moeller
Welcome to all arrivals, especially those who haven't been here before. We noted some who had sold homes here that have returned & we're sure glad they came back!
If you'd like to have your blood pressure checked, you can do this on Monday mornings prior to our meeting behind the stage. Thanks to nurses, Virginia Baker & Better Wieners!
MANAGEMENT REPORT – There was none today. Website for our park is riovalleyestates.com
Donna Gabbert keeps us informed year-round with a blog. Go to www.donnasramblingsatrve.blogspot.com. Get any news to her at #270.
Club website by Judi DeKoning is RVEWTC.com .. for “members only”, the password is riovalley. Want the monthly calendar? Send your email to her at judideke@mail.com.
Treasurer Jim Moeller told us the board chose to donate $100 to church in our park in memory of Scott Piper.
Properties report was given by Jerry McAninch. He said the County Extensive Office rep would be here to speak concerning fruit trees & disease of these following our meeting. He said the stainless steel bowl previously missing had been found. Board Members: Properties – Dan O'Dell, Jerry McAninch, Larry Pavlis; Finance – Charlotte Therrien, Sally Hejlik, Jim Moeller.
Helen Curtis will be absent from park due to medical tests in Temple TX. In her absence Bev Telfor will be handling card duties. She would appreciate calls to her at 956-532-6033 if you know of someone needing a card due to illness or death of family member. She doesn't always see notes written on the board in office area. Cards are placed in front office area for us to sign. One will be there for Kathy/Ross McAuley on the death of their daughter.
Entertainment chair Brock Laing invites all Friday for our 1st entertainment of the season. Mario Rosales will be with us. He is a great singer & comedian. Don't miss it! Cost is $7 pp. Potluck is held prior to show.
Come Thursday for the FREE movie, “Greater”. This is an inspirational story about Brandon Burlsworth who played football as a walk-on for the Arkansas Razorbacks.
Dance chairs are Craig/Dana Daves & Brock/Adrienne Laing. Dances begin Jan. 9 with Country Roland Jr. providing the music. Price is $6 pp. There's still sign up sheet if you could help with 50-50 ticket sales or concessions. We voted to purchase at cost of $100 a free-standing sign to put outside gate announcing dances. Sign could also be used for other park activities open to the public.
Upcoming Dates –
Jan. 6 – Blood Wellness Test, 6:30 a.m., need to fast 12 hrs.
Jan. 10 – Specialty Swim Wear rep in big hall, 1-4 p.m.
Jan. 10 – Park Dinner, Cortino's (on Bus. 83), 5 p.m.
Jan. 11 – Park Pizza Party, Peter Piper Pizza, 11:30 a.m.
Jan. 11 – Men's Cocktail Party, 3 p.m. (Joyce Amos chairs)
Jan. 27 – Flea Market in big hall (Lucy Johnson in charge)
Feb. 2 - 7th Annual Sock Hop (Ken/Sue Barnhart chair)
Feb. 9 – Craft Sale, 8 a.m. to noon (Mary Norby chairs)
Feb. 16 – Cancer Fundraiser Tea Party (Dianna Bruce chairs)
Feb. 13-17 – Mid-Valley Senior Olympics
Newsletter editor Mary Lou #103, sends info of activities to news media. Only activities OPEN TO THE PUBLIC may be placed on news media.
You may get tired of editor saying this .. but PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE give her written notes for newsletter. Some weeks it's a nightmare to figure what you want printed! Deliver note at #103 or at Monday meetings. THANKS SO MUCH !! AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!
IN THE PARK ..
Committee that organized the New Year's Eve party did a fantastic job! Much fun was had by all. The committee thanks all who helped with the party.
Dave Johnson #93 asks that changes for 2017 park directories be given to him by Feb. 6.
Have you picked up Park Pictorial Directory ordered when pictures were taken last season? If not, check with Donna Gabbert at #270 as she has these.
Sunday Ice Cream begins Jan. 8, 2:30 p.m. with Brock & Adrienne Laing chairing. All are welcome! We have volunteers for the month of February.
Park Breakfast is at Fiesta Tex-Mex every Thursday at 8 a.m. All are welcome to attend.
LeRoy Larson gave editor a note that Thursday 1:30 Shuffling is cancelled due to poor attendance.
Activities resuming this week include line dancing, yoga (back to 10:30 a.m.), pinochle, bingo. Other activities cancelled over the holidays have also begun again.
George Krantz is taking care of recycling of cans with monies from tabs going to Ronald McDonald charity. He also collects plastic bottle caps.
LADIES .. would you like to be part of the park's “Secret Sisters”? We only meet once a year to “reveal” & draw for new sisters. If interested, see Judy Nordquist at Lot 77 to pick up a form.
LOOKING AHEAD ..
John Geer explains upcoming Blood Profile Wellness Testing will be done in hall Jan. 6, 6:30 a.m., by Rio Grande Regional Hospital. You need to fast for 12 hrs. Bring a check to pay for tests. There is sign up sheet. Integra Stroke Prevention is done Feb. 21 and you need to call for appointment. See board for info.
Specialty Swimwear will be on display in Friendship Hall, Jan. 10, 1-4 p.m. Sizes 4-32 are offered.
Nancy Argo announced the Dutch Treat Park Dinner is Jan. 10 at Cortino's Italian Restaurant located on Bus. 83 south side of road. Plan to arrive about 5 p.m. Those who may have suggestion for the next dinner should make known their wishes. This is held monthly. See sign up.
Park Pizza Party is held twice monthly, 2nd & 4th Wed. at Peter Piper Pizza. Next one will be Jan. 11, 11:30 a.m. say chairs Rickes & Goodwins. If you bring your Peter Piper cup, beverage is free. Ice cream is free & there is drawing for prizes, cost $7.03 pp, includes tax.
Joyce Amos & committee are at it again! Remember the fun the gals had at the Wine & Cheese party? Now is the fellow's turn. Come to the Men's Cocktail Party Wednesday, Jan. 11, 3 p.m. Bring a cocktail glass in a gift bag to exchange. Bring a 6-pack of beer or bottle of wine or liquor to share. If you do not drink, bring a beverage of your choice. Cost will be $3 pp. Come have fun!
It's not too soon to be thinking about the Jan. 27 Flea Market which is chaired by Lucy Johnson. Get your tables reserved, $2 per table. See sign up sheet.
Tickets will be available next Monday for the 7th Annual Sock Hop scheduled Feb. 2. You may purchase individual tickets at $5 each or table of 8 for $40. Chair Ken Barnhart tells us we are going back to the “original” theme from our first hop. Fred Goldsberry will play for dancing & listening, plus always fun games. Hot dogs are 25 cents, chips or soda, 10 cents. Gals may want to wear poodle skirts & guys might grow sideburns! Ken's wife Sue is collecting donated pictures of residents from when they were younger (3-20 years old). Wanting 30 pics!!
Mary Norby #179 chairs Feb. 9 Craft Show. We are the ONLY park in the Valley that has ONLY handmade items. There are still a few tables remaining, $10 each. Food is served including homemade pie, 8 a.m. to noon.
The Cancer Fundraiser Brunch is Feb. 16, 10 a.m. Tickets for brunch (cost??) & raffles go on sale next Monday. Questions, check with chair Dianna Bruce.
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