Our Sympathies

No words will ever come close to letting
the family of our own
"Grandmama Nettie"
Know how very much we share your
feelings of grief and loss.

She enriched many, many lives and will never be forgotten.
We have been very blessed to have known her.

Rest in Peace Nettie

News from your reporter

I understand that the parkwide party was enjoyed by a large
group today. Sorry I was not able to attend as we brought
Grandmama home from the hospital this morning.
She is resting most of time and has the family taking care
of her along with many nurses.
We are taking very good care of her as she isn't feeling up to
her usual activities.
At the moment visitation has been limited to just the family and
as you know there are a few here.
We thank you for asking about her and she misses all the fun
that she so enjoyed.
I will try to keep an update on her condition as time progresses.
Hope you all enjoy the activities that the park has to offer as we
are very lucky to have such a compassionate group of people who
live next door and offer of themselves any kind of help that we
all need.

Parkwide party

Everyone, let's get up and out early to support your
friends and neighbors this Saturday at our special
parkwide party. It begins at 7 am at the clubhouse.
This is for everyone and we are sure you will all
enjoy this fun filled day. Be sure you get there
early so you don't miss out on one single thing.

Lakewood Village St.Paddy's Dinner

The Village Club house was once again host to

A full house of laughing and happy Villagers.

The social club presented, with the help of everyone

involved, a wonderful table of enticing food

that each had a choice of their favorite

foods.

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The decorations were done in the traditional

green with flowers and checked tableclothes

that put you in a Irish mood.

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Offers of Green beer was accepted with a

lot of giggles but enjoyed by most. Of course

the soda's and coffee were also available.

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Prizes were donated by some Leprechaun and

so many were awarded as surprises.

Thank you whoever you may be.

*****

50/50

was drawn and 2 lucky winners were announced.

****

A birthday cake appeared as we had 3 birthdays in

the house honoring:

Joyce R., Jessie C, and Sherry M.

May you have many more memorable birthdays

to share with us.

**

Our thanks once again to Sherry and her daughter

for providing their help all around and their

musical talents.

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We hope you all had a good time and will continue

to support your hard working

SOCIAL CLUB.

Weekly Bridge Scores

Thanks for the scores.

Ernie H. now has a phone # if anyone would
like to talk to him.
~~~~~
778-2100
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He loves to talk..
Bless his heart..

Beware?????

At Bunco it seems that the Easter bunny had visited the clubhouse

and no one has any idea when but left and egg for all to enjoy.

What a wonderful surprise for all. I guess they will have some fun

come Easter time. Thank you,,,For all of you beware as we don't know

when he will appear again...

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Kindness is like a boomerang...

Sad News today

Today I received word that a dear long time friend

of Lakewood Village went on to be with her lifetime

partner on Friday.

~~~

Polly was always a friend to everyone that she happened

to meet. Always a smile on her face.

~~~

If you wish to send the family a card of

condolences, this is the address:

l05 Coburn Ave.

Worcester, Mass.

01605

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Thank you Dolores for letting us know and

Marsha for thinking of us...

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Historic Day

Last night history was again in the making.

We all watched from in front of our homes

with a lot of wonderful feelings.

If this was your first sighting we hope you

enjoyed this beautiful sight.

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In the mean time, may you all enjoy tomorrow

and the celebration of St Patrick's day.

Have a few laughs and perhaps do a jig or two.

The clubhouse will be decorated for our own

St. Pattys day party come Saturday night.

If you haven't got your tickets yet, hurry as

once again they are going fast.

The Social Club have promised a fun fast

evening for us. Don't miss out on this

activity..

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Learn to laugh at yourself, you will

have a lifelong source of

amusement.

Bocci Games Winners

Tuesday the Bocci Club held their final

Game and banquet, held in our

beautiful clubhouse.

~~Team A were the champions and they were:

Harold, Peg, Joan and team captain Mike.

Their BBQ was paid for by their weekly

donations and players fixed their steaks on the

grill along with thanks to:

John C for the delicious potato salad,

Marilyn C for all the grilling.

I know others did some cooking also and

we thank them for their hard work.

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A special thanks to Pete and his faithful

right hand, Robin for making sure the games

continued each week.

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Even though the competition is finished they will

continue to play for practice each Tues. at

10:00.

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This is a wonderful sport so come and watch or

play.....

~~

Don't be afraid to ask a dumb question. It's

easier to handle than a dumb mistake.

Bridge scores

Thanks Leween

Sad News today

Merlin had been a resident of Lakewood Village

at A 1 for many years.

If you would like to send the family a card

of condolences, this is the address.

6 lacebark Lane

Bellwood, Ontario

NOBIJO

To enlarge the notice you can click on it.

Announcement.

June G. has brought to my attention that was

printed in Saturday's paper:

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St John's water management has issued a

schedule for every one's water use outside of your

residences.

This will be enforced all during daylights

savings time.

No watering between 10:00 a.m. and

4:00 p.m. each day that you can water your

lawns, wash cars, homes, etc.

This is the schedule::::

Wednesday and Saturday only ODD numbers

Thursday and Sunday only EVEN numbers

There will no watering on Monday, Tuesday

and Fridays.

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Please take the note and lets comply with

this request from our water supply company.

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All you have to do is walk over to the lakes in our

Village and see how far down the water has gotten to.

This is sad so please be careful.

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Thanks June as we all needed to be reminded....

Thank You

I want to thank all my friends and neighbors

who called or stopped by to wish me a

Happy Birthday.

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I really enjoyed myself seeing all of you

and laughing at all the fun things.

This has been wonderful year and I

will treasure it forever.

Nettie (Grandmama)

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Treasure is not always a friend, but a

friend is always a treasure.....

Thought for today

Remember LIFE is like a roll of toilet paper.

The closer it gets to the end, the faster

it goes.

So, have some fun.

Think good thoughts only,

Learn to laugh at yourself

and

count your blessings.

Think of today as a very special day.

I know I will.

Saturday, March 7, 2009

Nettie N. (Grandmama) will be 94 years young

Saturday.

Most of her family will be here to help her

usher in her 94th year with us.

If you don't have a clue who she is then

perhaps you will remember her from all

the parties that the village has had.

"A real Star"

If that isn't enough then perhaps

" Minnie Pearl"

There is no one quite like her as she loves

everyone and we wish her

One Big Happy Birthday

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My personal Note!

*****

Love you MOM

Cold?

I was just informed that Barb E. is down with pneumonia .
Her Left and right lungs are filling up . The Doctor has
ordered rest and no work for the rest of the week.
We have her in our thoughts and prayers.
Get well fast. We need you....
Thanks Carrie for the update on MOM.

A special thank you

I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart all the wonderful
people who worked so hard for me on the International Dinner.
First: for vincie who took over ticket selling, food and decoration
buying, entertainment, next and just all around general planning!
And Karl helped very much too.
Second: for Carlos for helping to buy decorations, plus with the help
of Elizabeth and their very well behaved children,decorate the hall
and tables. Carlos also made signs for the food tables.
Third: the wonderful and "Old Faithful" Jessie with the help of
hubby John, decorating and helping in any way they could.
Fourth: for everyone, including the kids,who helped clean up
the kitchen and the whole clubhouse by 10:15 p.m.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
Love you, Love you, Love you,!!!!
If I missed anyone----Please forgive me. signed: Dolores H.

ps. how about all those fantastic dancers????

News from your reporter

Well it has been a year since the Lakewood Village Blog was established.

For those who want to know, this is a Brain Child of

Diane Beatty. She was so kind to let me help her in

reporting any news that we thought you would want to see.

Without Diane's knowledge and understanding, no way would

I have been able to do any of this.

This is my first adventure into the computer world and I

have enjoyed all the good news that I was able to report,
sadden by all the unhappy news that I had to report.

The support of all my family has been a tremendous factor

along with those of you that have made comments on articles.

We are sorry if you were or unable to pull up the blog.

It is amazing what a few kind words do to your neighbors

and friends as anyone can see this information.

If you have any comments regarding the reporting of

the Village news, please let us know as we wish this to

be of interest to everyone.

I hope to be able to continue reporting the happenings

and events, and that you will continue to enjoy the wonderful

things in our great Village.

From Diane:
Thanks so much Barb for giving me ALL of the credit for the success of this venture. I beg to differ but ~

Although I may have had the technical ability to set it up and teach you to 'report' on it - and I may do a little spiffing and editing now and then, I may even be able to do a post here and there... but ~

Without your contacts and love of life it would never have gotten off of the ground.

I know I am not alone in saying thank you so very much for all the time, energy, and love you've handed out over the last year.

A great partnership is knowing where your weaknesses are and letting the strengths of another fill those. I have the techinical, you have the people ~ We are a great team!!!

International Dinner

Last night the International Dinner was held

in our beautiful decorated clubhouse.

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The Committee of

Sherry, Jessie, Delores , Vinnie,& Carlos

did a lovely arrangement of

flags from the around the world

with a taste of Italy at each table.

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The Dinner

was prepared by all who came with

their native dishes that we all

sampled and relished with no

disappointment heard.

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The clubhouse

was filled with everyone who was

able to attain a ticket and even

extra tables were set up.

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Music

was once again provided by our own

Sherry that we really appreciated the

time she puts in for our

enjoyment.

Thanks

~~

The Entertainment

was provided by 2 fast moving

ladies that during their performance

everyone stopped talking and watched

with amazement.

Then came the local talent, Great...

Some guests came dressed from their

native country. A prize was awarded to

Carlo and Elizabeth.

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Scottish Dancers

Ed & Judy E

gave a look at what another country

could do on the dance floor.

They even involved several from the

Village.

Mexican Dancer

Carlos and Elizabeth B

took us to Mexico with a great dance

that we were were clapping in time with

the music.

India Dancers

came next with Vinni and her nephew

who swirled around the floor with

all just right moves.

Our thanks to these many talented people

who were such a delight to watch.

Prizes

Awards were drawn for the following

Bradford, Nichols

Each were given a wonderful surprise.

50/50

was won by Peg B.

Have fun with your windfall...

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I hope I haven't left anything that you would

enjoy hearing about. I think anyone who came,

was surprised at how much fun you can have when

everyone gets together for fun evening.

Until next time,

~~

Kindness is the oil that takes the

friction out of life..