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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- Letter from the President-

Greetings to the Ladies of The Connection,

 Summer has come and gone in a flash, and it’s time to embrace the season of shorter days and stunning foliage. Let’s appreciate the beauty that surrounds our community and take pride in living in such a picturesque place.

  I am also thrilled to welcome our new members who joined us this month: 

        - Dorie Gallinatti 

        - Cheryl Larsen

         - Margery Sicotte

 Many talented women are part of our group, and I encourage anyone interested in presenting a program about their past careers or fascinating travel experiences to reach out to me.   If you know of someone who would be a good presenter, I would like to know that too.

 Additionally, we are actively seeking members to serve on the Board of Directors. If you want to learn more about available positions, including Treasurer, don’t hesitate to contact Jan Klein at 412-559-9310 or iamjanklein@gmail.com, or get in touch with me at beverlyfellows@comcast.net or on my cell at 925-300-5171. Being on the board is an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow members and have some fun!

 I know there’s strong interest in playing Scrabble or Mahjong. If you’re interested, please reach out so we can connect you with others who have the same passion.

 

Lastly, many of you have expressed a desire to revive the Eating Out Lunch group and International Dining. If you want to lead (or co-lead) either of these groups, reach out to me immediately.

I look forward to seeing all of you soon!

 Bev Fellows

President                                                                                   

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Please put these dates on your November calendar:

NOTE: For the Wednesday and Friday games, no reservation is required. Just come!

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November3,10,17,24- Walking Group–

We will meet at 4p.m, behind the Event Center.

For more information, please contact

Katy Arcuri, katherinearcuri@gmail.com.

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November 4–Monthly Meeting–3:00p.m. Donner Room

Doors will open at 2:45 for social time.

We will be hosting member, Anne Bevilacqua, who will speak about her experience teaching in the prison system, emphasizing the importance of honoring and empowering education despite the classroom location, the specific students, or the stereo types related to these concepts.

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November 5- First Wednesday Games-

Hand and Foot-1-3p.m. in the Oak Room

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November 6– Cocktails @ Creekside,

Mulligan Room– 4p.m. Come early and bring a beverage from “Happy Hour”.

Come and meet new friends and connect with old ones. Optionally, women in the group may continue for dinner afterwards in the restaurant. Separate Checks.

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November 11- Second Tuesday Lunch Club-

Creekside Grill at noon.

Ladies will order off the menu and will receive separate checks. If you are interested in attending, reservations will be accepted by

kathy.wheadon@gmail.com, or call her at 925-891-4574

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November 10 & 24 - Puzzle Group–

1:30–3:30pm in the Club room of Nancy Cohen’s building

4033 Terra Granada Drive, Entry10.

Contact: gunnelcole5@gmail.com 714-624-6905 or nancycohen1334@gmail.com 510-334-6442

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November 12- Second Wednesday Games-

Hand and Foot-1-3p.m. in the Oak Room

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November 13- Second Thursday Bridge–

1-4p.m. in the Bunker Room.

For information, contact Pat VanOss at

patvanoss@gmail.com or 925-278-1992

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November 19– Third Wednesday Games-

Hand and Foot- 1-3p.m. in the Oak Room.

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November 21– Coffee Klatch–

9:00a.m. in the Redwood Room at Gateway Clubhouse.

Bring a morning beverage and join the group for company and conversation.

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November22– Fourth Wednesday Games -

Hand and Foot -1-3p.m, in the Oak Room

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NOTE:

Fourth Friday Games–will resume on January23 with

Hand and Foot- 1-3p.m. in the Oak Room.

Rummikub will NOT meet in November and December.

It will resume on JANUARY 23, 2026.

Contact Cecelia Tessler via ceceliaWCida@gmail. come if you are interested or have any questions.

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>Book Clubs meet monthly in member’s homes.

If you are interested or want more information, contact

Nancy Zaleta, zaleta.nancy@gmail.com

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>If you are interested in Sunday Socials,

contact Sharon Dickson, sldickson09@yahoo.com

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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                   ______Games: Hand & Foot, Cards

______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, tile/card games

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:

Book Clubs: Nancy Zaleta zaleta.nancy@gmail.com 617-480-4046

Bridge: Pat Van Oss patvanoss@gmail.com 925-278-1992

Games 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 1:00-3:00pm -

Let’s Do Lunch: Second Tuesday and Fourth Thursday 12noon at Creekside

Contact: Jan Klein iamjanklein@gmail.com 412-559-9310

Walking: Mondays @5p (Apr-Oct), @4p Nov – Mar,

meet behind Event Center (subject to RAIN cancellation) -

Katy Arcuri katherinearcuri@gmail.com 925-200-2053

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