News from Oregon

Had a fun note from Diane and the progress of their life in Coos Bay.
It sounds like spring is trying to push it's way into the area but those storms still persist.  The fruit trees are slowly budding so that means that spring isn't to far away.  They have their wood fire going to cozy up to as a they still have their foster baby.  Diane is happy to just have a little one around.
Keith is doing quite well even in the cooler weather.  He goes to the senior center 3 times a week to play water volleyball. Way to go Keith.

I do believe they are really waiting for the weather to break as I know that Diane is getting anxious to plant her garden.  
Best to all of you from all of us....
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Your comments are always welcome...thank you

New look

Jo and Pat

In case you haven't noticed your library now has a beautiful donated table and chairs.  Some dedicated Lakewood Village Resident figured we could use a place to sit for a moment to pick out a book to take home.  A couple of residents were checking it out. Thanks to who ever you may be.  It sure looks wonderful.
Our thanks to our Village for providing us with a nice clean place to trade books, puzzles and videos. Let's all try to keep this working.
By the way!!!!Happy Birthday today Doug...many more with us....

game scores

Fun night rolling the dice....

Those 6's just kept rolling along.  They were with 
Patti, Bo, Jo, and Mike.  These were your big winners.
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Delanah came right in there with her 19 games to win the highest rolled for the evening.
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And along came Pat A to work the hardest and finally made it to the best chair of the evening.  I 'm not sure where Hazel came in with but I'm sure she had herself a great time.....
Treats appeared from Patti, Jean, Jo and Pat A and we all enjoyed the munchies.   Thanks to all who helped to make the evening go so smooth.  We missed several of our key people and hope they will return next week.  Have a safe trip Jo next week.
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Boccie
Shuffleboard
Line Dancing
Bridge**** 1st place  Peggy with her 3630, 2nd goes to Rick with his 2560, 3rd goes to Margaret with her 2450 4th place goes to Phyllis with 2320 and rounding the day with a 2290 goes to Ted.
Thanks Jo for dropping off the scores.  Will miss you next week...
Bowling***A small group ended up coming to bowling this week.  Already people are going back so we are wishing them a safe trip and those who wish to bowl will still be able to on Wednesday nights at 6:30.  Good luck to all.
Water exercising
Golf***No scores being reported but Tuesday the 6th the " 5th Annual International  Can-Am Open" will be holding the tournament at The Club at Pointe West.  You should already have your tickets for the whole day of activities.  Good Luck to all you golfers.  Will try to report results next week...

Saturday night Dance

This group is already to get into the swing.....This Saturday night in your beautiful clubhouse the committee has set up the tables for your entertainment.  There will be live music  from 7:30 until 10:30.  Doors will open at 7 so you can come in and visit with your friends.
The committee will have munchies for you along with some soft drinks.  You can bring your own bottle for your own table.
Perhaps some of these line dancers will be available to show how to fast step it.

Girls already to dance.

You should already have your tickets to enter into this danceland.  If not????Check with Rod or Debbie C.
 Have fun for the evening....   Let us entertain you??????

Week-end

A special note this Friday: It was just one year ago that we all stood outside to watch the last launch of Discovery.  It was a sad moment and time sure has gotten away from us.....
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The week-end has arrived and with it some beautiful weather.  The Village always has something to do besides using our beautiful pool.  Listen for those Owls or Sand hill cranes that visit us once in a while.

There is in the area, Art shows, flea markets and many theater presentations, Friday street dances & the fun beaches and of course we could all do a little yard work.

Take a stroll around the Village and see what some of our residents have been up to.
Have you been watching the weather up north?  Aren't we lucky to be here??  Enjoy our Village once again.
Many happy moments to you all.

whoops.....

We were told that another dog got out and decided to take a swim in our lake.  Nothing happened but we really are not sure what lives in these lakes.  This was the second little dog that was reported to jump in for a swim  and we sure wouldn't anything to happen to your little pets.  Watch out for them and don't let them take a swim in our other wise pretty lakes.  They really are for the fish and ducks....

Game scores

Bunco scores are in:
Once again your bunco players came to enjoy an evening of throwing those dice.  21 people sat down to try to get as many buncos as possible.
Patti was the 21st person so she did all the marking.  Great job that she did...
Most buncos reported were 3 by Barb.  guess we will let her  mark next week.....
First place with 21 games won went to Sandy and her wonderful playing.
Second and Third shared their money by winning 18 games. Jean and Hazel.
Bill liked his chair so much that he didn't have to move very often but had a great time.
Want to acknowledge Jo and the crew for setting up and cleaning up for the evening and for the popcorn from Glenn and Pat.             This was a good way to spend a cool evening.  See you all next week..................

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Bridge scores are now in:


Bob came in first for the afternoon's game with a 2620.
Norma was right behind him with her 2240.
Ted was in with a 2210  and Doug came in with a 2170.
The game continues next Wednesday and everyone hopes that those who couldn't make it this week will be able to return for their next game.  Thanks Jo for dropping the scores off and until next week.  Have a great day.....

Game scores

The bridge scores were just dropped off and our lovely lady Norma played a terrific game today.  Her score of 3420 was a top of the charts.  Good show Norma.
Bob tried to catch her with his 2670. and Peggy right behind him with 2210.
The roster was small today so not as many scores are being reported. 
Thanks Jo for dropping them off.

Pizza bowl this week

Glenn has declared this Wednesday night at 6:30   " pizza bowling.".     .Usual time for you WII bowlers to come and enjoy your fellow bowlers with a slice of pizza.   Mid season treat!!!!!!!!  Any questions ?????
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The pizza bowl went over extremely well.  All 5 television sets were in use and there was plenty of pizza, salad and rolls to go around for everyone.  The good games could be heard all up and down the room and even some dancing occurred. Thanks Glenn.

WII  bowlers.

We also said goodbye to some of our friends for the season.  This has been a very successful activity for  ourVillage. Thanks everyone for all your help.  Bowling plans to continue through out the year on Wednesday nights. It is open to our friends.....

Bunco Valentine Game

The cast of Valentine Bunco

Glenn, Fran, Mary  & Pat......the winners

This was the great group of bunco players for our special Valentine's game.   In between throwing the dice and high 5 ing we all had a sugar treat or a hand full of popcorn(from Patti).
The winner with the most bunco's goes to Glenn and he never thought he would also be the only man to win.....
Most games with her constant wins went to Fran.  She has been working all season to get to this top.  Great.....
Second place with a great catch up goes to Mary and her continue wins.
Third place went to Pat and she had to work hard to achieve a wonderful score.
Of course Glenn finally came up with the last chair but had as much fun as everyone else.
This was 21 people who got together and had a good time with a lot of laughs and promise to return next week.
We will be loosing some of our players but want everyone to know that we will continue to play as long as we have at least 9 people who want to see how many buncos that they can roll.
Thanks to everyone who helped with the games, clean-up and and made sure we all had a good time......
See you next week.

Glad to share my roses with ya'll..  Thanks Jim

Happy Valentine's day

Hope everyone has a wonderful Day tomorrow with your special Valentine.  The Village is sending out lots of lovely hearts for everyone.  Enjoy the cooler weather...

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True friends see heart to heart even when they don't see eye to eye.

This weeks scores

Bringing in the scores for this weeks games.

Bunco:

14 people came and we had some really good games won.

Most buncos won ended in a tie:   Jean and Hazel rolled 3 each for their prize. $$$$$$$$

Most games won for her 22 games out of 30 was Delanah

2nd most games went to Glenn with his 18 games

And the one who had the most fun and still won was Hazel.  She got lucky the last several games.

Next week we will have our Valentine's treats.  See you there....

Thanks Jo for all the marking and keeping the games moving right along.....
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Next scores to be reported as they come in::
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Bridge scores were just dropped off by Jo for this week's game.
First place was quite a large score but then it was by Doug D. with his 3000.  Doug has taught many of our players the game so we are very proud for him.
Judy came right behind him with her 2560.
Peggy is following with her 2480
And Eric is there with his 2350.
Thanks Jo for dropping these off.  See you all next week.
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I know the weather dampened a few of outdoor games this week so we will catch up with Boccie, Picnics, and what next that is reported in. Shuffleboard and Golf continues. 
Everyone enjoy your day  ( Happy Birthday Patti)
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Bowling finished around 7:30 on Wednesday night.  There were even spectators for the evening games.  All the TV sets were in play and some mighty high 5's going on.
We were missing some of the players but the scores were up and the noise was wonderful.  Of course the sweets came this week in the form of Cherry Cheesecake.  Carole just make sure that the computer keeps working as it was delicious.  Thanks to Don for bringing your creations once again.
Check with Glenn about what they are planning for next week and what to expect.  See you all there....  ( Happy Birthday Sean)

Wii Bowling night

The WII bowling group gathered again this Wednesday night at 6:30 and even though some were missing they did set up an extra set that was used.
Some great scores were posted and how about that Al H.  It was so good to see his daughter bring him over just to bowl with us.  He enjoys this bowling and he does quite well.  Glad to have you Al.
How about that Fran and her great game and some of the others that did very well during their 2 games.

Of course Don T. brought sweets from his sweetie, Carole, that everyone had a finger licking good smacking time.  Thanks again Miss Carole.
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Have patience, all things are difficult before they become easy
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Bridge scores

Bridge scores just came in and they are:
Taking first place today is Marylin with her 2440
Phyllis coming in next with her  2400
In third place with a 2370 is Peggy
4th place is the only guy to place in today's game is
  Kevin with his 2320.
Good games this week. 

Thanks Jo for dropping the scores off.  See you next week.