The purpose of The Connection
is to provide for the women of Rossmoor
a means of establishing friendship,
promoting social and educational activities
and charitable outreach.
Watch your Newsletter and always check www.rossmoorconnection.org to keep up with all that is happening.
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Hello to The Connection Members,
I hope that you are enjoying these summer-like days. We had a great time playing Bingo earlier in the month. Open the attachment to see a picture of all of the winners.
The calendar for May is attached. Please let me know if you have any trouble opening it.
I look forward to our May 7 program when one of our members, Yvonne Aarden, will discuss the two books she has published about her life. See the calendar for more details. Please note that this will be an afternoon meeting at 3 p.m. in the Donner Room.
We are continuing to seek program ideas for our Fall programs. If you know someone, even you, who has something of interest to share, please let me know. We are also looking for someone who has some experience with newsletter writing. We need your skills! You can reach me at 925-300-5171 or beverlyfellows@comcast.net.
The new directories will be available at our meeting on May 7, or you can pick up your copy in The Connection mailbox at Gateway.
This coming month I hope you will attend some of the activities listed on the calendar. This is a great way to “Connect” with other women in Rossmoor and make new friends.
I look forward to seeing you on May 7!
Bev Fellows
President
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SAVE THE DATE:
June 4 - Summer Picnic at Dollar Clubhouse
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***** GENERAL MEETING *****
MAY 7
3-5pm
Donner Room
***** Note : This is an AFTERNOON meeting *****
Yvonne Aarden, one of our members, will discuss her writing journey towards publishing two books about her life: “Intersecting Traditions” and “Intersecting Heartbeats.
During her slide presentation, she will share her experiences of growing up on the Ojibwe White Earth Reservation in Minnesota and leaving home at the age of fourteen to become a nun. She taught migrant children in Texas before she decided to leave the convent.
Her story is filled with many adventures before she settled in Rossmoor. She believes that everyone has a story to tell and will share ideas on how you might share your journey.
Her books will be available at a discounted price after the presentation.
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***** COCKTAILS AT CREEKSIDE *****
THURSDAY
MAY 2
4:00pm
BUNKER ROOM
Come and meet new friends. Some stay for dinner after.
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***** SECOND TUESDAY LUNCH GROUP *****
MAY 14
12 NOON
CREEKSIDE
Ladies will order off the menu and receive separate checks. For a reservation please contact JAN KLEIN, iamjanklein@gmail.com or 412 559-9310.
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***** INTERNATIONAL DINING *****
MAY 20
House of Sake
313 N. Civic Drive
Walnut Creek.
Reservation is for 5:30. The car pool will be leaving the Gateway Parking Lot, corner of Tice and Golden Rain at 5 p.m. There is a private lot for paring at the restaurant. For reservations email Karen McCallister, karjbm@aol.com. Please indicate if you would like a ride or if you will drive.
Besides the many flavors of Sake they have an extensive menu of Japanese foods (which are all described on the menu). The Sushi is highly recommended. The Menu includes the usual foods like the teriyaki mahi mahi or the vegetable deluxe, a dinner of flavorful sautéed vegetables for the purist and an especially extensive array of sushi rolls . Here are a few of the Japanese items on the menu: Yakitori grilled chicken skewers, Tempura deep-fried deliciousness. Miso fermented bean paste forms the base of so many soups, sauces and marinades. Teriyaki is a cooking technique used in Japanese cuisine in which foods are broiled or grilled with a glaze of soy sauce, mirin, and sugar.
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***** THIRD TUESDAY LINCH *****
MAY 21
11:30am
For information about location and reservations, contact Ally Whiteneck, call 925-385-8207 or luv2photo13@gmail.com
For information about location and reservations, contact Ally Whiteneck, call 925-385-8207 or luv2photo13@gmail.com
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***** LET’S DO LUNCH @ CREEKSIDE *****
MAY 23
12 NOON
For reservations, contact Jan Klein, iamjanklein@gmail.com or 412-559-9310
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THE WALKING GROUP
MAY 6, 13, 20, 27
Meet at 5pm behind the Event Center. Contact Katy Arcuri katherinearcuri@gmail.com.
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WEDNESDAY GAMES
1:00-3:00pm
* For information contact Nancy Cohen: nancycohen1334@gmail.com or 510-334-6442 *
MAY 1 - BUNKER ROOM
MAY 8 - MULLIGAN ROOM
MAY 15 - BUNKER ROOM
MAY 22 - GARDEN ROOM @ STANLEY DOLLAR (please note change in time: 1-4pm)
MAY 29 - BUNKER ROOM
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FRIDAY GAMES
MAY 24
1:30pm-4:30pm
ECHO ROOM
For info, contact Jo Deanhardt, jodeanhardt@yahoo.com or 510-621-9035
MAY 31
1-3pm
BUNKER ROOM
For info, contact Nancy Cohen, nancycohen1334@gmail.com or 510-334-6442
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If you are interested in BRIDGE groups, BOOK groups or SUNDAY SOCIALS, contact Pat Van Oss, patvanoss@gmail.com or 925-278-1992
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CONNECTION MEMBERSHIP FORM (to print this form: highlight it, then print)
Please make your membership check for $20 payable to The Connection. Put it in an envelope labeled Membership and leave in the Connection mailbox at the Gateway Administration Office, or mail to the membership board member, Kathy Wheadon – see address below.
Check one: NEW MEMBER__________ RENEWAL____ _________
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Name:__________________________________________________________________Date:__________
Address:______________________________________________________________________Entry:______
Phone:______________________________________ Email:_______________________________________
Visit our website for the latest event information: www.rossmoorconnection.org
Put an X before all The Connection activities you would like to join.
______Book Club _____ International Dining Out ______Cocktails
______Bridge ______Let’s Do Lunch ______Board Games, Hand & Foot, Cards
______Crafts ______Sunday Social ______Walking
VOLUNTEER TO HELP!
Volunteering offers great opportunities to meet new people and make friends.
I would be willing to serve on a committee. ______YES ______NO
I would be willing to serve on the board. ______YES _______NO
Please check all areas of interest for volunteering.
_____ Publicity _____ Webmaster ____ Hospitality _____ Newsletter
_____ Membership _____ Activity Groups** _____ Event Planning
_____ Program Planning _____ Telephoning
** Activity groups include Sunday Socials, bridge, book clubs, board/tile/card games, crafts
Do you have special skills to share with us? _____YES______NO (e.g. graphic design, web master,
bookkeeping). Please explain: _______________________________________________________
For questions regarding membership, please contact Kathy Wheadon, 1514 Stanley Dollar Drive #1A
(925)891-4574, Kathy.wheadon@gmail.com
FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT GROUP ACTIVITIES, CONTACT:
Sunday Socials & Book Clubs: Pat Van Oss, patvanoss@gmail.com
International Dining: 4th Wednesday 5:30pm – Karen McCallister, karjbm@aol.com
Games & Cards: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 1:00-3:00pm - Nancy Cohen nancycohen1334@gmail.com
Let’s Do Lunch: Second Tuesday and Fourth Thursday 12noon @ Creekside – Contact: Jan Klein at
412-559-9310; Third Tuesday @ various places outside Rossmoor, contact Aly Whiteneck at 925-
639-1059
Walking: Mondays @5p (Apr-Oct), @4p Nov – Mar, meet behind Event Center (subject to change) -
Katy Arcuri katherinearcuri@gmail.com
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