RVE CLUB MEETING – Chair Craig Daves called meeting to order. We said “Pledge to the Flag” & sang “God Bless America”. Meeting closed by singing club song, ”We Love Our Valley Home”.
Accompanist – Jan Delashmit
Invocation – Dana Daves “Today” Resolutions & prayer
Secretary Report – Dana Daves
Treasurer Report – Jim Moeller
TY to John & Janean Gear who provided our donuts along with “Stollen” (not stolen bread!) at this morning's meeting.
Craig thanked our “decorators” who keep the hall & windows looking great no matter what occasion or holiday we're celebrating.
We owe our owner Walt Piper a TY for his financial help in purchase of equipment such as the new ovens in kitchen!
MANAGEMENT REPORT – Asst. manager Ken Barnhart reminded us dumpsters have been moved to back of park by 99s. You may still leave beer/pop cans behind big hall as George Krantz crushes them. He is also collecting WATER bottle caps...sale of these provides dollars for breast cancer chemo treatment. Website for park is riovalleyestates.com
Ken talked about upcoming Sock Hop on Jan. 25...the 8th annual event, theme is “Sadie Hawkins & Snowball Dance” so residents may wish to dress accordingly (Sadie, Lil Abner, Daisy Mae, gowns, etc.) Get your tickets $5/pp, $40/table. 12 tables sold already. Doors will open at 5:30 for snack bar, party at 6 p.m. Hot dogs sell at 25 cents, soda pop 10 cents. Fred G will play..prizes for best decorated tables.
Club website by Judi DeKoning is RVEWTC.com .. for “members only”, the password is riovalley. Donna Gabbert keeps us informed with her blog at www.donnasramblingsatrve.blogspot.com.
Treasurer Jim Moeller's report was given & approved. Properties chair Larry Pavlis said the 2 round tables have been purchased & kitchen oven installed. If you need to review the oven manual, you may sign it out from properties committee. Chair persons of activities are reminded to clean up after their event as we don't have a janitorial service .. only a person to do dance floor weekly. Board Members-- Properties – Ron Zoeller, Jerry McAninch, Larry Pavlis; Finance – Sandy Novak, Sally Hejlik, Jim Moeller.
Helen Curtis asks we call her, 603-674-3869, if we know of someone needing card due to illness/death in family. You will find cards to sign in office area. If you call Helen & leave message, leave name. She will not return your call if she doesn't know who left message. No cards are up currently...but recently were sent to Dean/Millie Ricke, loss of her sister-in-law; Doris Armistead, rehab; Gary Schisel, hip surgery & rehab.
Entertainment chair Brock Laing said Friday night entertainments have begun. Goldwing entertained to over 200 last week. Brock remarked, “Uncle Audi has still got it!” Many were here from outside RVE& always remark what a nice appearing friendly park we have. Come this Friday to hear Wade Benson Landry from Louisiana with his Cajun Show & jokes. Cost is $6 pp. Popcorn, ice cream, soda, 50-50 draw.
Bruce & Billie Wells have returned & chair Friday Night Potluck before entertainment, begins at 5 p.m.
The ring that Laings found before Christmas is still unclaimed so we understand they may soon own a new van!
No FREE movie this week as setting up for Flea Market.
Our 1st dance is tonight, 7-9:30 p.m. with Roger Kenaston Band according to dance chair Craig Daves. Most dances are $6 pp except for one later in season.
Al/Jewel Kruckman have volunteered to serve January pancake breakfasts on Saturdays, 7 to 8:30 a.m. Bring your own table service (NOT paper plates). Thanks to them and their crew.
Tomorrow, Jan. 9, is the final day you can have your picture taken to appear in the RVE Pictorial Directory. If you have not done this yet, contact either Donna Gabbert or Joyce Amos. None will be taken in Feb. Fill out the paper given to you when you made your appointment, bring with you at time of appointment. If you want to order a directory, cost is $15. If you want to purchase a CD with all pictures, it's $25 & you may print your own. If you would rather purchase from Creative Images, there is a $20 service charge. Prices are reasonable, 8x10 $3, 5x7 $1.50, 4x6 $.75, wallets 2 for $.75.
Upcoming Dates to Remember:
Jan. 9 – Amigos de los Ninos closeout meeting & election of officers, Donna Methodist Church, 1:30 p.m.
Jan. 9 – Last day for pictorial directory pics, see Donna or Joyce
Jan. 10 – Park Pizza Party, Peter Piper Pizza, 11:30 a.m.
Jan. 12 – Flea Market, 8–noon, Lucy Johnson chairs.. $2 per table
Jan. 16 – Specialty Swimwear Show, Friendship Hall, 1-4 p.m.
Jan. 23 – King's Ranch trip, bus leaves at 7:30 a.m.
Jan. 25 - 8th Annual Sock Hop, “Sadie Hawkins” Snowball Dance
RVE was beautifully decorated this Christmas season. Congrats to these lighting winners awarded prizes at Christmas Day Dinner...Mobile homes 1st – Robert/Mary Norby; 2nd–Dave/Lucy Johnson; 3rd–John/Irene Quail 99s/400s 1st–Tony/Sue McLaughlin; 2nd –Chuck/Nancy Gonnerman; 3rd–Gordon/Joyce Amos.
It's been reported a pink pig was roaming the streets at RVE around the holidays. She/he was seen at many homes, then would disappear. Editor become fond of the animal until it was discovered the lights did not work. One night the pig got in a scuffle with the preacher's cat! Could our managers PLEASE set out animal traps again?!! NO ONE wants to clean up after a pig!! Maybe the pig has left until next Christmas season.
Dave Johnson is working on new park directories, needs changes/additions by Jan. 24. He will be selling them Feb. 5.
Activity Calendars for the 2017-18 season are posted. Let Judi DeKoning #67 know of additions or changes.
Notify news editor Mary Lou #103 if aware of changes in chairpersons/times of activities...written notes please.
If you find yourself in need of handicap equipment such as cane, walker, wheel chair, handicap potty chair, you may be interested to know some is available at RVE. Ask a board member for more information.
Park Breakfast is enjoyed at Fiesta Tex-Mex on Thursdays, 8 a.m. All are welcome.
Regular Happy Hour is Wednesday, Jan. 10, but NO HOT DOGS as previously scheduled. Griller Ken is going fishing!! Bring food to share, your own beverage, plates provided.
Beverly Talley announced Line Dance starts again tomorrow, Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. Pictures will be taken for the new directory. Please plan to attend. You may want to wear your boots, hats, etc. Come & enjoy!
Due to health reasons, Kay Henriksen has resigned as Librarian....need volunteer to take this responsibility.
New Year's Eve Party was well-attended, says Marlene Prohaska, who thanked all who came, set up, tore down & helped in any way. Thanks to Brock for the music. Plan to come again in 2018!!
Chris Stephens says Regular Dominoes for Men/Women is 6:30 p.m. Sunday, M,T,Th,F. There are beginner's & advanced tables. ??, talk to Clements or Stephens.
Peter Piper Park Pizza Party is this Wed., Jan. 10, 11:30 a.m. Bring mugs, you get free pop. Wear your name tags, FREE ice cream & prizes, says chair Dean Ricke.
If you are making the Mystery Quilt, group meets Thursday, Jan. 11, in back room, 9 a.m. says Janean Geer who is teaching.
Don't forget the Flea Market in big hall this Friday, Jan. 12. Lucy Johnson chairs...8 a.m. to noon. Tables are still available, $2 each. See sign up sheets in back of hall for tables, help, pies. Lunch will be served. You may set up Thursday after 4 p.m.
There was considerable discussion on whether to have the March 2 Patio Sale. We voted to have the March 2 patio sale, but cancelled the Dec. 2018 patio sale.
See sheet posted in back of hall if interested in CPR & defibrillator class to be scheduled soon ?
Specialty Swimwear Show will be in Friendship Hall Tuesday, Jan. 16, 1-4 p.m. They specialize in plus sizes & post-mastectomy swimwear for the hard-to-fit.
Dana Daves #234 has finalized King Ranch bus tour Jan. 23. Bus is filled (4 on waiting list). Cost is $69 pp. If paying by check, make check out to Dana. Bus will leave 7:30 a.m., return about 6 p.m. Cost includes lunch. Dutch treat breakfast will be enjoyed on the way to Kingsville.
Mary Norby #179 chairs Feb. 8 Craft Sale...the ONLY one in The Valley that insists only handmade items may be sold! Co-chair Sue McLaughlin says VENDORS ARE NEEDED! Tell your friends, we have 30 vendors to date, room for 14 more. Sally Hejlik is chairing kitchen duties. There is a sign up sheet for pie donations. Vendors may set up night before. We understand Chief Norby holds the record for most pie eaten (8 slices at the last craft show!!) .. who can beat that?
John Geer reported 45 came to the Wellness screening Jan. 5. The results will be given this Friday, 1:30 p.m. in back of stage. Feb. 20 has been set for Integra Stroke Prevention tests. The rep will speak at our Feb. 12 meeting about these.
Cancer Tea/Brunch is set for Wed., Feb. 14, 10:30 a.m. according to chair Dianna Bruce. Cost is $5 pp. If you wish to help with embroidering blocks for next year's quilt, contact Catherine Gibbs as she still has 10 blocks left.
Looking ahead to March 17 we've learned Chuck & Nancy Gonnerman will chair St. Patrick's Day Dinner of corn beef/cabbage. More on this later.
Correction .. Chuck & Nancy Gonnerman will chair the 2018 Thanksgiving dinner. Thanks!!
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