Lake Region Coffee News – February 2, 2023
Jayne Jones was the MC today
Attendance – 271
Coffee was begun this am with an opening prayer lead by Ree Enlow.
Kim Eickelschulte, New Residents: There were no new residents this morning for Kim to introduce.
Visitors: Sunny Cave, former resident on Sunflower, was a visitor today from Indiana. Bob Minnich introduced his daughter, Vickie and son, Bob, visiting from Cincinnati, Ohio. Tom Pomroy introduced their friend, Lynn Milesco, from Weaver, PA.
Shari Haines, Serendipity: Today we can thank Michael Wilcox, Roger’s Wilcox’s son, in memory of Mary Wilcox who passed on January 10, 2017, for our donuts and muffins. And when someone pays for the pastries, the Social Club furnishes the coffee and tea.
I received the following note from Wanda Murphy, Keystone: Thank you to all my friends and neighbors for the prayers and concerns while I was in the hospital. Recovery is slow, but I’m getting better.
And also from Pam Lefevre, Empire: I would like to take the opportunity to thank Beth & Mike Mikolayek and Bob & Carol Schmidt for planning and hosting Dave’s “Celebration of Life”. I would also like to thank those who helped make the day so special; Heather Smith & Mike & Bonnie Jorgensen for the beautiful music; Ree Enlow for the opening prayer; the Shuffleboard Club for providing refreshments; all of Dave’s friends who shared stories and memories; and Rev Dr Phil Granger for his inspirational words and prayers. Mike Mikolayek said to me at the service. “Pam, remember that Lake Region is your family.” You have shown to me so much love and support with visits, cards, food, and donation for a tree in Dave’s memory. My love to all.
Marlene Law, Oak Trail, is having knee surgery this afternoon at Winter Haven Hospital.
I received notice this week of the death of Kathleen Putori on January 29 in Washington, PA. Kathie and Carmen were snowbirds here at LRV for 14 years at 410 Golden Lane. Kathie was 82 years old. She preceded in death by her husband Carmen. She is survived by two sons, Eric and Donald and a daughter, Linda; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
I am very sorry to announce the death of Dottie Minnich on Saturday at her home here in LRV. Dottie would have been 87 years old on Sunday. Dottie & Bob have been married for 66 years. She is survived by three children, Vickie, Robert, Jr and Terry; also 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. We will always remember Dottie as our “hat lady”. Her sales pitch was always that “the hats are on sale today $9.99 originally $10. And she always introduced herself as “Dottie on Peacock with fisherman Bob.
A moment of silence in honor of Kathie Putori and Dottie Minnich
Birthdays
Feb 2 - Steve Young
Feb 3 - Suzanne Levesque
Mildred Shartzer
Kenneth Mackellar
Yvonne Mackellar
Richard Swanson
Sarah Plummer
Feb 4 - Angela LeBlanc
Dean Robbins
Feb 5 - Diana Gerros
George Bayer
Charles Roges
Feb 6 - Mark Gottsacker
Feb 7 - Richard Palen
Cheryl Petersen
Don Renaud
Susan Shirey
Feb 8 - John Michels
Anniversaries
Feb 3 - Kenneth & Yvonne Mackellar
Feb 4 - Richard & Elaine Horner
Feb 5 - Richard & Lonnie Carr
Feb 8 - Corky & Patsy Boyle – 59 years
Marcia Besser, Out of Park Activities: Marcia thanked everyone that came through and got everything paid up (except one person). Everything is paid and up to date. There will be another trip to the casino (date not available yet). Any possibly another trip. When Marcia gets the info, it will be on the Board.
Announcements
Jayne announced that Woodcarvers will meet this afternoon at the Hammock at 1 pm. Bloodmobile will be here in the Park last week and Mary reported that 20 units of blood week donated.
Jayne, also announced that Bandoliers show will be Sunday, March 5, at 7 pm here in the Clubhouse. The theme this year will be “TV Shows from the 50’s & 60’s”. This is a time when you had to get up and turn the channel all by yourself. It is a free show. Guaranteed to be lots of laughs.
Marilyn Mackie, Election: Marilyn explained the validation and procedures for the Election of Board of Directors coming up on Tuesday, February 28. All shareholders should have received their ballots and information regarding who is running in the mail this week. If you didn’t, please contact the office. The instructions are included in the mailing and must be followed in order for your ballot to be counted. If you have questions, please contact Marilyn at 624 Peacock, 813-618-2696.
Donna Williams, Craft Club: The Craft Club has two meeting every week. Friday Craft group will be making adorable Valentine people. They meet at 1 pm in the Card Room and you need to bring $2 and a glue gun. Also, they meet on Tuesday afternoon at 1 pm. They knit hats. They have an abundance of hats right now that they would like to donate. If anyone would like to take some back north to donate, contact Donna or any member of the Craft Club.
Marlin Rowe, Cribbage: Marlin announced that he would like to get it started again. They will play on Friday night at 6 pm in the Clubhouse. They play two-man teams with rotation. They have fun, make jokes and we are done an 8 pm and get you home by 8:15pm bedtime.
Al Granato, Corn Hole: Al announced his second fundraiser for the Corn Hole Club. They will be raffling four $50 prizes; tickets are $5 a piece and a limited amount will be sold. These tickets will be sold thru the first Thursday in March when the winners will be pulled. You do not need to be present to win.
Al also recognized and thanked the Quilt Club. Last Thursday afternoon the Quilt Club made 80 brand new bags for Corn Hole. It took them only 2 ½ hours; it was amazing. Thanks again.
Linda Harness, Kentucky Night: Linda announced that tickets went on sale for Kentucky Night today. Tickets will be $10. Kentucky Night will be Saturday, February 25. Taste of Kentucky will start at 5 pm; meal at 6 pm followed by music by Bob Fore starting at 7 pm. If there are still tickets available, they will be back next Thursday.
Dan Schrauben, Golf: Dan announced there will be a Golf Banquet on Sunday, February 26 at 5 pm. Dinner will be at 6 pm, lots of door prizes and, of course, at 50/50. The menu will be roast pork. Tickets will be available next week at Coffee until they sell out. Tickets will be $12 per person.
Mike Mikolayek, Dance Committee: Mike announced the Dance Committee will be sponsoring two wonderful events in February. On February 14 we will sponsor a show with Cliff Erickson (many of us saw him last year). Don’t miss this show. We will also have two guest singers – our own Heather Smith and their adopted daughter from Florida Alexa Smith. Tickets are $5 per person. Our February dance will feature Mandy and Jim on February 18. Tickets are $5 per person and will be sold for both events are Coffee and at the door.
Lanny Hegadorn, Audio: Lanny on behalf of the Audio/Visual Committee showed us what they have been so busy doing. They worked all weekend on the insulation of all new spot lights. Nick Romanow worked the last two days to program the controller. They are amazing. Lanny thanked the Board of Directors, Entertainment Committee, Bandoliers, Bingo, and Enhancement Committee. There is a new camera in the back of the room and we will be able to tape and broadcast on Facebook Live. A new amplifier will be ordered today and waiting for the new computer to arrive. We are now into the 20th century looking forward to the 21st. We also thank Tom Johnson at the Winter Haven Theater for all his help.
Tom Pomroy: Tom announced the Sentimental Journey Barbershop Quartet that he is a part of. If anyone would like to have a group come to sing to your spouse (or anyone) at your house, a restaurant, anywhere, they come and provide a song, a rose, chocolate. If you want more information, contact Tom at 814-659-6592. A flyer is on the Bulletin Board. Also, on Sunday, February 19, there will be a Barbershop Quartet Show at the Baptist Church, on Overlook Drive in Winter Haven at 2 pm.
Shirley Moore, Red Hatters: Next month they are going to go to Olive Garden in Winter Haven; they will be departing at 11:30 am. Shirley is looking for red hats if you have one in your closet. New ladies are always welcome to join. They would love to have some door prizes donations.
Don Feltt, Vets & Friends: Don announced the Flag Burning Ceremony has been rescheduled for Monday, February 20, at 11 am at the Fire Pit followed by a luncheon at the Hammock. The cost of the luncheon is $5 and will include hamburger, potato salad, cookie and water. Tickets are on sale. Also, tickets are available for the Vets Banquet on March 4th. Those tickets are $12 for a chicken dinner and all the fixin’s. Also, they have a Spring Training ball game trip planned. Veteran Fred Galbraith will be throwing out the first pitch on March 8 and the cost is $99 which includes snack, hot dogs and hamburger. Please pay by the 19th.
Rick Maag, Boat Club: Boat club will be a Boat Meeting following Coffee this morning in the Card Room. On Friday, the Boat Club is sponsoring “Dish the Fish” originally at the Hammock but has been moved to the Clubhouse. You will get two pieces of tilapia filets, baked potato, cole slaw, rye bread and water. The cost will be $7. The Christmas Decoration Committee will be selling their ice cream bars. Hamjammers will be providing the music. The Fishing Tournament scheduled for March 11 has been cancelled due to scheduling problems.
Jayne announced that next week we will be celebrating Valentine’s Day and she encouraged all to wear RED!!
A shout out of “Thanks” goes to:
Nick Romanow and Lanny Hegadorn for the sound
Piano: No music today
Alice Reed for counting heads and those wonderful muffins
Cashier: Judi Miller for not taking our money
Kitchen Crew: The Red Hatters – Shirley Moore, Lois Brown, Sarah Plummer, Lynn Clugston, and Bonnie Broecker
50/50 Crew: Ron & Judy Klimek
Turning on the Coffee Pots: Al Granato
The 50/50 winners this week are:
$69.00 – Al Granato/Donna Wistler
$137.00 – Barry Allen
$5.00 - Name Tag: Denny Young
Banana Cream (donated by Alice Reed): Trish Hill
Social Club Drawing winner of $5 from the 2022 membership list was Melinda Cole. Melinda was present. Next week the drawing will be $5.
Thought for the week
One hand can lift a soul;
One word can frame a goal;
One candle can wipe out darkness;
One laugh can conquer gloom;
One hope can raise your spirits;
One touch can show you care;
One life can make the difference, be that One Day.