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After a brief Monthly HOA Business Meeting, President Bob Helmstadter moved into the Monday Morning Coffee Hour with 78 present.

We had two visitors this week, Carol Danzers’ brother, Larry and Bob Mellingers’ friend Dave Landis from Ohio. Dave Acker announced he is returning north this week to attend his grand daughters’ school event.

Cynde Kochensparker, a nurse and local resident gave us an update on the Corona Virus and the precautions everyone should be taking to prevent the spread. Most important is to avoid contact with anyone when not feeling well. More updates will follow as information becomes available.

Mary Funk provided the opener.

Lynette Pickup announced the birthday wishes this week for Claude Belton, Judy Fahl and Mary Little. There is one anniversary this week celebrated by Rick & Mary Motsinger (53 years!).

Carol Parker shared the Sunshine Report noting that Former resident Bob Thompson had heart attack last week. A card was mailed to Nancy and Bob from the park. Joe Cole is still not feeling well. Wayne Voight had knee surgery. Doug Meyers also had knee surgery. Grant Parker had surgery Friday on stent removal and the rest gallstones. He is recovering nicely. Please keep everyone in our prayers.

Judy Fahl announced we had 95 attend Bluegrass last week. It is every Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the clubhouse.

Martha Watson gave the gaming report. The winners this past week were: Karen Potter at Bingo won the $44 hot ball jackpot; Max Fahl won pinochle; Max Fahl also won euchre; Ron DeGraaff won corn hole; Chuck and Carol Danzer won shuffleboard on Tuesday with no winners on Friday; and, Russ “horseshoe” Moody won horseshoes on Monday and on Saturday.

The calendar for the upcoming week includes the following: We have water aerobics today at 1:00 PM; Sewing Class at 1:00 PM; and Bingo at 7:00 PM.

Tuesday we have shuffleboard at 9:00 AM. Bible study at 2:00 PM.

Wednesday is Line Dancing at 10:00 AM, Water aerobics at 1:00 PM, Bluegrass at 1:00 PM and Pinochle at 7:00 PM.

Thursday is Corn Hole at 9:00 AM and Euchre at 7:00 PM.

Friday has Shuffleboard at 9:00 AM, Water aerobics at 1:00 PM and Game Night at 7:00 PM.

Lee Baldwin has shared an update on the Birthday News!!! Saturday, March 7, seventy-four residents converged at the Clubhouse to celebrate over 140 birthdays. We, of course, celebrated all the March babies, plus all of the babies born in May through October. The April babies will have their party on April, 4, the first Saturday in April.

We celebrated two very important Birthdays. Sandy Oleesky turned 95 years young on March 3, and his neighbor, Dick Asmussen will celebrate 95 years on March 16. They both received special Birthday Cakes, plus, all good wishes from the crowd. Just think, we might be celebrating their 100th in just 5 years! Wouldn’t that be special?

We had an array of fabulous sandwiches, chips and pickles, then gorged on 7 different flavors of cupcakes, and then washed it all down with Lime Surprise Punch. Nobody went home hungry; in fact, some of the ladies didn’t have to cook supper!!! YEH!!!

The Birthday Bunch Girls want to thank everybody who came out and made our efforts worthwhile. We plan the Parties so that nobody gets forgotten on their special day. Hope to see a big crowd in April.

Bob Helmstadter thanked the Birthday Party committee for a great celebration last Saturday and thanked the gourmet committee in February for a well done job. The volunteers are much appreciated.

Bill Gardner presented an update from the ROC, we now have an AED on premises. Those interested are encourages to learn how it operates.

Mike Watson reminded everyone that if the pool is not open and you would like to use it, to please call him for opening.

Linda Price reminded anyone that did not pick up their new directory to contact herself or Nancy Pratt and anyone wanting a 2nd book may purchase one for $20. Also, the updates and corrections to the directory will be posted on the bulletin board.

Carol Danzer reminded everyone of the Resident Appreciation Dinner on March 14. Please sign up! All residents are encouraged to attend at no cost. A $5 fee is charged for any adult guests.

The 50/50 winner was Pat Brevoort for $35.

The guessing game was worth $10.25 and won by Lon Childress. (That’s 2 weeks in a row for Lon!)

The donuts today were provided by Max & Judy Fahl and Joyce Chapman.

The closer was provided by Dave Acker.

We are seeking someone to take over the newsletter for the summer months, May – October, while I enjoy some Ohio weather. Anyone willing to help out will be greatly appreciated. Please let me know, Thank you!

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After a brief Monthly HOA Business Meeting, President Bob Helmstadter moved into the Monday Morning Coffee Hour with 101 present. We had no new residents this week or visitors.

Lee Baldwin provided the opener.

Lynette Pickup announced the birthday wishes this week for Alexis Iveson, Dick Smith, Sandy Olensky, Betty Pfeiffer, Yvonne Moran and Mary Newman. There is one anniversary this week celebrated by Bill & Diana Morgan (46 years!).

Carol Parker shared the Sunshine Report noting that Ralph Centers fell on steps from Pontoon. He is all bruised and hopefully on the mends. Joe Cole has been not feeling well. He has been coughing. A card being passed around to be signed for him. Doug Meyers is having knee surgery and Cynthia Phillips has flu. Gerry McLennan has bad cold. We hope he is feeling better soon. Keep everyone in your prayers.

We also wanted to thank Cynde Kochensparker for all the cards she has given for the sunshine committee.

Judy Fahl announced we had 107 attend Bluegrass last week. It is every Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the clubhouse.

Martha Watson gave the gamming report. The winners this past week were: Pennt Walters, Teresa Desautels & Rachel McDaniel at Bingo split the $41 hot ball; Punk Kochensparger won pinochle; Claude Funk won euchre; Russ Moody won corn hole; Mike McCarville and Ruth Helmstadter won shuffleboard on Tuesday with Ed and Annette Layher winning on Friday; and, Johnny Baldwin won horseshoes on Monday.

Linda Price shared the calendar for the upcoming week, we have water aerobics today at 1:00 PM; Sewing Class at 1:00 PM; and Bingo at 7:00 PM.

Tuesday we have shuffleboard at 9:00 AM. Ladies Luncheon at 11:00 AM and going to the Caddy Shack. Bible study at 2:00 PM and entertainment night at 7:00 PM. The entertainment will be Back Porch Revival with cookies provided.

Wednesday is Line Dancing at 10:00 AM, Water aerobics at 1:00 PM, Bluegrass at 1:00 PM and Pinochle at 7:00 PM.

Thursday is Corn Hole at 9:00 AM and Euchre at 7:00 PM.

Friday has Shuffleboard at 9:00 AM, Water aerobics at 1:00 PM and Game Night at 7:00 PM.

Saturday at 2:00 PM is the monthly birthday Party. Lee Baldwin asked for additional volunteers as this is going to be a larger-than-normal celebration for all birthdays in March and May through October, 143 in all. The theme will be Mardi Gras celebration.

Nancy Pratt announced the new directory is here! Please pick up your copy during morning coffee.

Carol Danzer reminded everyone of the Resident Appreciation Dinner on March 14. Please sign up! All residents are encouraged to attend at no cost. A $5 fee is charged for any adult guests.

The 50/50 winner was Bert Centers for $44.

The guessing game had a $16 carry over from last week and took in an additional $15.75 this week and was split among 6 winners. They were Carol Danzer, Lon Childress, Roberts Degraff, Kathy Gardner, JoAnn Schultz and Ron Harmon.

The donuts today were provided by Dan & Mary Newman, Mike & Betty McCarville and Alan & Nancy Pratt.

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President Bob Helmstadter opened the Monday Morning Coffee Hour with 100 present. This included new residents Kurtis & Billie Calvary and visitors Judy Shotwell, sister of Pat Pierson and Ruby Newman is here until Thursday of this week. Welcome everyone!

Jim Stebleton provided the opener.

Lynette Pickup announced the birthday wishes this week for Dick Thelen, Carol Taylor, Judy Barlow, Ron Harmon, Joanne Madden and Betty McCarville. There are no anniversaries this week.

Carol Parker shared the Sunshine Report with sad news that Joe Flanagans’ sisters’ husband passed away last Tuesday Feb 18th. This is also Cynthia Phillips uncle. Cards are going around to be signed for both. Lee Baldwin is getting better but still coughing.
We received a Thank-You Card from Mick and Betty Jacobson. They stated. “I can’t begin to tell you what the friendship card from the park people mean to us. I cried.. it was very nice prescription ever… I don’t know all of the people’s names but. it was very special to us.”
As always, please keep everyone in your prayers
Joe Cole was not present but it was announced we had 114 attend Bluegrass last week. It is every Wednesday at 1:00 in the clubhouse.
Judy Fahl gave the gamming report. The winners this past week were: Diana Green & Nikki DeHaven at Bingo split the $39 hot ball; Mike Watson won pinochle; Dick Thelen won euchre; Mary MacAuthur won corn hole; Annette Layher won shuffleboard on Tuesday with no one winning on Friday due to the “northern-like weather”; and, Jim Munds won horseshoes on Monday with “Horseshoe Moody” winning on Wednesday. In BUNCO, Carol Taylor had the most Buncos (5), and a 3-way tie most games (18) between Carol Taylor, JoAnn Schultz and Linda Stebleton.

Linda Price shared the calendar for the upcoming week, we have water aerobics today at 1:00; Sewing Class at 1:00; and Bingo at 7:00. Tuesday we have shuffleboard at 9:00. Bible study at 2:00 and game night at 7:00. Wednesday is Line Dancing at 10:00, Water aerobics at 1:00, Bluegrass at 1:00 and Pinochle at 7:00. Thursday is Corn Hole at 9:00 and Euchre at 7:00. Friday has Shuffleboard at 9:00, Water aerobics at 1:00 and Game Night at 7:00.

The Ladies Luncheon in March will be at the Caddy Shack next Tuesday. Also next Tuesday is Entertainment Night at 7:00

Carolyn Manning thanked everyone on behalf of Rick Motzinger for their assistance with the annual Fish Fry last Saturday. It was well attended and plenty of wonderful desserts were donated!

Kathy Morgan thanked everyone who attended and, especially everyone who helped at the 50th Anniversary party last Saturday. Two couples were honored for reaching that milestone and a card was read from Jim & Diane Wood expressing their gratitude for making them feel so loved.

Nancy Pratt announced the new directory is at the printer! If the work is back to us by Thursday, she is asking for volunteers to help put the directories together for distribution next Monday. A donation from the Bluegrass Committee was presented to Nancy in the amount of $500 to help offset the printing costs. Rick Motzinger, president of the ROC announced they are also making a donation to the directory from the fish fry proceeds.

Carol Danzer reminded everyone of the Resident Appreciation Dinner on March 14. Please sign up! All residents are encouraged to attend at no cost. A $5 fee is charged for any adult guests.

The 50/50 winner was Pat Moody for $44.
The guessing game collected $16 this week and there was no winner. That little annuity is rolling over to next week.

The donuts today were provided by Ron Harmon & Terry Webber, Gary & Connie Bruner and Skip & Barb Greeley.

Bob Helmstadter announced there will be an HOA Meeting at his house immediately following this morning coffee. All are welcome!

Harold Price provided the closer.

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President Bob Helmstadter opened the Monday Morning Coffee Hour with 88 present. No new residents to the park, and no one is heading north. Visitors today are Larry & Judie Mellinger, Dan Newman’s’ mother Ruby, and Wendy from the Highlands County food bank. Wendy gave a brief explanation of the services she provides and her appreciation for the support of Highlands Estates.

Lynette Pickup announced the birthday wishes this week for Ralph Centers, Edgar Williams, Annette Layher, Sylvia Eason and Ralph Tomassi. There are two anniversaries this week: Mike & Martha Watson (38 years) and Jim & Kathy Morgan (51 years).

Carol Parker shared the Sunshine Report, Mary MacArthur has had bronchitis but is doing better. Max Fahl is not feeling well with Bronchitis. Dick Miller, Cynthia Phillips uncle, is at The Palms with terminal conditions. Betty Lawson went back home. She will be having treatment soon. Lee Baldwin isn’t feeling well. Mary Funk having surgery tomorrow. Please keep everyone in your prayers.

Joe Cole reported we had 128 attend Bluegrass last week. It is every Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the clubhouse.

Ruth Helmstadter announced the Leap-Year-Dinner originally planned for February 29 has been cancelled.

Reminder that there is bingo tonight and games night on Tuesdays and Fridays. Volunteers are needed to sign up for callers and runners. Sewing is at 1:00 PM today, cornhole is at 9:00 AM on Thursdays, Pinochle on Wednesdays, line dancing is also on Wednesdays, at 10:00. Horseshoes are every Monday at 10:00 AM (following coffee) and Wednesdays at 9:00 AM. Bible Study is Tuesday 2:00 PM. Golf is every Monday and Friday. The new calendar for February is now out and copies are in the clubhouse.

Judy Fahl gave the gaming report. The winners this past week were: Carolyn Manning & Carol Taylor at Bingo split the $40 hot ball; Russ Moody won pinochle; Claude Funk won euchre; Gary Bruner won corn hole; Carol Danzer won shuffleboard on Tuesday with Doug Myers, Annette Lauher and Carol Danzer winning on Friday; and, Russ Moody won horseshoes on Monday with Jim Munds winning on Wednesday.

BUNCO is tomorrow the 18th, bring your $1!

The Ladies Luncheon in March will be at the Caddy Shack.

Sylvia Flanagan thanked everyone for helping with the annual flea market and park garage sale this past Saturday. We had a great turnout!

Jim Stebleton announced he is planning another DJ session with music and dancing for February 15th at 6:30 PM. Get your dancing shoes polished up!

Carolyn Manning thanked everyone on behalf of Rick Motzinger for their assistance with the annual Fish Fry last Saturday. It was well attended and plenty of wonderful desserts were donated!

The 50th Anniversary party will be on February 22 at 5:00 PM.

Linda Price and Nancy Pratt gave an update on the new directory. If all goes well, they are looking for a March 2 delivery date. Be sure to attend coffee to pick up yours! Nancy also shared some interesting statistics about our park and found that we are comprised of residents from 18 states and two countries!

Bill Garner announced the next ROC meeting will be this Thursday at 1:00 PM. It is a general meeting and all are welcome to attend.

Lynette Brewer announced Virginia Days will be at Homers Restaurant on the 19th.

Ron Harmon shared the Highlands County Household and Electronics trash collection will be on February 29 on Twitter Road.

Carol Danzer announced the Resident Appreciation Dinner will be on March 14. Please sign up! All residents are encouraged to attend at no cost. A $5 fee is charged for any adult guests.

The 50/50 winner was Carol Danzer for $40. The winning ticket was drawn by Carol Danzer. The guessing game was won by Joe Cole for $11.50.

The donuts today were provided by Ed & Annette Layher, Claude & Mary Funk and Ruth Helmstadter.

Ruth Helmstadter also provided the closer.

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President Bob Helmstadter opened the Monthly Meeting of the Hammock Estates Homeowners Association with 80 residents present and no visitors.

Bob read a card from Megan Gardner, granddaughter of Bill and Kathy Gardner, expressing her thanks and gratitude for all the love, prayers and support extended to her family while dealing with her mothers’ illness. She very much enjoyed her recent visit.

Bob also announced discussions are already under way to select the slate of officers for 2021. Anyone seeking a position on the Board should contact him and he hopes to present some names by next month.

Kat Hazelett gave an update on the defibrillator the park is looking into. While more research is needed they have found there to be free instructional courses available and some interest in the residents in the training.

Nancy Pratt gave an update on the park directory. Hopefully the last of the pictures will be taken this coming Sunday and it should be out sometime in March.

At the close of the Board Meeting, Bob led us directly into the Monday Morning Coffee Hour.

Lynette Pickup announced the birthday wishes this week for Donald Stidham, Brenda Hollingsworth and Jim Forrest. There are two anniversaries this week: Lowell & Pat Brevoort (9 years) and Ken & Patty Gillie (55 years).

Carol Parker shared the Sunshine Report, a card going around for Betty Emmons who is not doing well. Vickie Mc Claim in the RV section went to hospital this week but, she is back l believe same day. Judy Fahl took Max to ER Saturday he has bronchitis but, Max is back home now. Terry McGarigle also has bronchitis but he home. Pat Butts is doing better she is getting out and about. Grant is doing better.  He must go back in hospital Feb 21st to have stent removed and clean up the gallstones remaining. I asked if anyone knew how Jack and Lyla where doing. Joyce Chapman said she didn’t know how Jack was doing. But Lyla seems to be doing ok.

Joe Cole reported we had 111 attend Bluegrass last week. It is every Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the clubhouse.

Ruth Helmstadter announced a Leap-Year-Dinner will be held on February 29 (of course) at 5:00 PM. Please sign up and prepay $5 each. The menu will be a taco bar.

Reminder that there is bingo tonight and games night on Tuesdays and Fridays. Volunteers are needed to sign up for callers and runners. Sewing is at 1:00 PM today, cornhole is at 9:00 AM on Thursdays, Pinochle on Wednesdays, line dancing is also on Wednesdays, at 10:00 AM. Horseshoes are every Monday at 10:00 AM (following coffee) and Wednesdays at 9:00 AM. Bible Study is Tuesday 2:00 PM. Golf is every Monday and Friday. The new calendar for February is now out and copies are in the clubhouse.

Martha Watson gave the gaming report. The winners this past week were: Pat Moody & Barb Greely at Bingo split the $48 hot ball; Punk won pinochle; Ted Miller won euchre; Gary Bruner won corn hole; Annette Layer, Claude Belton and Carol Danzer won shuffleboard on Tuesday with Carol & Chuck Danzer winning on Friday; and, Jim Munds won horseshoes on Monday with Russ Moody winning on Wednesday.

BUNCO is Tuesday the 18th, bring your $1!

The Ladies Luncheon in March will be at the Caddy Shack.

Sylvia Flanagan thanked everyone for helping with the annual flea market and park garage sale this past Saturday. We had a great turnout!

Jim Stebleton announced he is planning another DJ session with music and dancing for February 15th at 6:30 PM. Get your dancing shoes polished up!

Mary Motzinger reminded everyone the annual Fish Fry is coming up this Saturday, February 15 at 1:00 PM. The sign-up sheet will be up till Thursday and be sure to pay Judy Fraser. Desserts are welcome!

The 50th Anniversary party will be on February 22 at 5:00 PM.

The monthly birthday party celebration for March will be Saturday the 6th at 2:00 PM.

Bert Centers announced the gospel group “Simple Faith” will be performing at the clubhouse tomorrow evening at 7:00 PM. There is no charge to attend but donations are accepted on behalf of the band.

Carol Danzer announced the Resident Appreciation Dinner will be on March 14. Please sign up! All residents are encouraged to attend at no cost. A $5 fee is charged for any adult guests.

The 50/50 winner was Pat Moody for $37. The guessing game was won by Mary Funk for $13.25.

The donuts today were provided by Bill & Kathy Gardner, Max & Judy Fahl and Lowell & Pat Brevoort.

After the morning coffee, Ron DeGraaff led a Memorial Service to pay tribute to five park residents who we lost in 2019. We were remembering Rose Acker, Boyd Butts, Rod Gillis, Gail McLennar and Jack Tomasevich. The poem titled “The Dash” was read by Linda Stebleton and songs were sung by Joe Cole, “Beyond The Rain”, Bert Centers “Where The Roses Never Fade”, and Mary Newman, “Mansion Over The Hilltop.”

Dave Acker gave a moving testimony for his wife, Rose, and residents spoke of memories and times shared. Ron shared scriptures and closed with a group song and a prayer. Beautifully done Ron & team!

President Bob Helmstadter opened the Monday Morning Coffee Hour with an opener by Harold Price. We had 95 residents present and no visitors.

Patty Gillie gave the birthday wishes this week to Donna Anderson, Terry McGarigle and Kat Hazelett. There is one anniversary this week, Bob & Kat Hazelett.

Carol Parker has returned to share the Sunshine Report and first thanking everyone for their cards, prayers and visitors while her husband, Grant, was down. Grant is home now and doing much better. Special thanks to Cynthia Phillips for all her help as well. Also, there are three cards going around for everyone to sign for neighbors not feeling well; Mary Little, Donna Anderson and Mick Jacobson.

Joe Cole reported we had 1125 attend Bluegrass last week. It is every Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the clubhouse.

Reminder that there is bingo tonight and games night on Tuesdays and Fridays. Volunteers are needed to sign up for callers and runners. Sewing is at 1:00 PM today, cornhole is at 9:00 AM on Thursdays, Pinochle on Wednesdays, line dancing is also on Wednesdays, at 10:00 AM. Horseshoes are every Monday at 10:00 AM (following coffee) and Wednesdays at 9:00 AM. Bible Study is Tuesday 2:00 PM. Golf is every Monday and Friday. The new calendar for February is now out and copies are in the clubhouse.

Martha Watson gave the gaming report. The winners this past week were: Brenda Hollingsworth at Bingo won the $41 hot ball; Don Guy won pinochle; Doug Myers won euchre; Jerry McLennen and George Sherry won corn hole; Pam Myers and Don Guy won shuffleboard on Tuesday with Doug Myers, Pam Myers, Pat Pierson and Ron DeGraff winning on Friday; and, Jim Wood and Jim Munds won horseshoes.

The next Ladies Luncheon is tomorrow at the Olympic.

Dan Newman announced he is still offering craft classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays for anyone wanting to make a wooden pen. He also asked anyone with a golf cart to please be available on Wednesdays for the Jam session in helping shuttle people to the clubhouse.

Sylvia Flanagan reminded everyone the annual flea market and park garage sale is this coming Saturday. Please have your tables set up on Friday and be ready to man your booth by 7:30 AM on Saturday. Anyone dropping off donations to the park table are asked to have the items priced.

Jim Stebleton announced he is planning another DJ session with music and dancing for February 15th at 6:30 PM. New flyers will be printed up.

Bud & Betty Pfeiffer announced their neighborhood mixer will be on Thursday, February 6th at 3:00 PM.

The annual Fish Fry is on February 15 at 1:00 PM. There is a sign-up sheet and be sure to pay Judy Fraser.

The 50th Anniversary party will be on February 22 at 5:00 PM.

The monthly birthday party celebration for March will be Saturday the 7th at 2:00 PM.

Bob Helmstadter thanked the January Gourmet Committee for another fantastic job and Jim Morgan gave a thank you to all those assisting with the monthly birthday party last week. It was another well attended and enjoyable day!

The 50/50 winner was Larry Hagerty for $40. The guessing game had three winners, Terry Weber, Judy Fahl and Russ Moody split the $14.75 jackpot.

The donuts today were provided by JR & Donna Anderson, Bob & Kat Hazelett and Alan & Marilyn Burns.

Next Monday Morning Coffee will include the monthly meeting of the HOA and have a Memorial Service immediately after for park members who have passed away.

Ron DeGraaff provided the closer.

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President Bob Helmstadter opened the Monday Morning Coffee Hour with an opener by Mary Funk. We had 90 present including returnee Rod & Delores Kelly and visitors Marla (friend of Alexis Iveson), and Barb Burke’s niece Shawna.

Patty Gillie gave birthday wishes this week to Bob Rice, Jim King, Vicki DeBardi, Penny Walters, Kathy Morgan and Charleen Taylor. There is one anniversary this week, Bob & Barb Burke (60 years).

Cindy Phillips announced that Grant Parker just returned home from the hospital yesterday. Special thanks were expressed for all who assisted Herb Moscowitz this past week when he had a fire. Neighbors were especially helpful with providing meals, shelter and support. Larry Hegarty then spoke on the importance of having our furnace, A/C units, smoke detectors and fire extinguishers checked on a regular basis.

Joe Cole reported we had 130 attend Bluegrass last week. It is every Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the clubhouse.

Reminder that there is bingo tonight and games night on Tuesdays and Fridays. Volunteers are needed to sign up for callers and runners. Sewing is at 1:00 PM today, cornhole is at 9:00 AM on Thursdays, Pinochle on Wednesdays, line dancing is also on Wednesdays, at 10:00 AM. Horseshoes are every Monday at 10:00 AM (following coffee) and Wednesdays at 9:00 AM. Bible Study is Tuesday 2:00 PM. Golf is every Monday and Friday. The new calendar for February will be out later this week.

Martha Watson was not present to give the gaming report as they are traveling with 7 other couples from the park on a 7-day cruise. We wish them happy times and to be blessed with safe travels!

The next Ladies Luncheon is on February 4th at the Olympic.

Jim Stebleton announced 47 people came out for music and dancing this past Saturday evening. Hopefully another one will be planned in the near future. Keep those dancing shoes handy!

Bud & Betty Pfeiffer announced their neighborhood mixer will be on February 6th.

Rick Motzinger reminded everyone the annual Fish Fry is on February 15 at 1:00 PM. There is a sign-up sheet and be sure to pay Judy Fraser.

The 50th Anniversary party will be on February 22 at 5:00 PM.

The monthly birthday party celebration for February will be this Saturday, the 1st, at 2:00 PM.

The 50/50 winner was Claude Belton for $38. The guessing game had two winners, Jerry Green and Ron DeGraaff split the $22.75 jackpot.

The donuts today were provided by Ken & Pat Gillie, Phil & Carolyn Manning and Ralph & Bert Centers.

Ron DeGraaff provided a very brief closer.

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President Bob Helmstadter opened the Monday Morning Coffee Hour with an opener by Ruth Helmstadter. We had 109 present including returnee Myrtle Johnson.

Bob announced we have entertainment tomorrow evening at 7:00 PM by Glen Johnson. Ice Cream and cookies will be provided.

A special thank-you to Carol Danzer for painting the benches at the shuffleboard court.

Lynette Pickup gave birthday wishes this week to Tami Gerity, Mike Watson and Ed Layher. There are no anniversaries celebrated in the park this week.

Carol Parker gave the sunshine report: We received a nice note from Patti and Jim Forrest, it is posted in the clubhouse for all to read. Please keep Lisa Bain in your prayers as she had to have defibrillator. Plus her mother passed away last year. Lisa and her sister were helping with her dad. If you know someone is not feeling well please let Carol know.

Reminder that there is bingo tonight and games night on Tuesdays and Fridays. Volunteers are needed to sign up for callers and runners. Bluegrass is this Wednesday’s at 1:00 PM, we had 112 attend last week. Cornhole is at 9:00 AM on Thursdays. Bunko is resuming on January 21 at 1:00 PM and Pinochle on Wednesdays. Horseshoes will be every Monday at 10:00 AM (following coffee) and Wednesdays at 9:00 AM. Bible Study is Tuesday 2:00 PM. Golf is every Monday and Friday. Sewing Class is Mondays at 1:00 PM.

Judy Fahl announced the game winners for last week were: Judy Fraser won the Hot Ball at Bingo worth $36; Dick Thelen won Euchre; Russ Moody won Cornhole; Judy Fahl won Pinochle and, Ed Layeher and Phil Manning won Shuffleboard on Tuesday with Johnnie Baldwin winning on Friday; and Horseshoes was won by Jim Munds on Monday and on Wednesday.

The next Ladies Luncheon will be tomorrow, January 14, 2020 at Jaceranda in Avon Park. Be sure to sign up and pay $15 in advance. Meet at the Clubhouse by 11:00 AM. The Christmas decorations will still be up! The Ladies Luncheon in February is on the 4th at the Olympic.

Jim Morgan announced the next 50th Anniversary Party will be on February 14 at the Clubhouse.

Kat Hazelett asked for donations of books to our library to keep a fresh inventory.

Linda Price announced the pictures for the new park directory are going well. About 25 residents still need to have their sitting. Anyone needing to schedule a sitting are asked to do so. There is no cost for the sitting but, if anyone would like to purchase additional prints ($30 minimum) a viewing time will be scheduled about one week after your sitting.

The 50/50 winner was Barbara Burke for $33. The guessing game winners were Ann Miller and Rod Potter.

ROC President Rick Motzinger thanked everyone for their help on the men’s breakfast last week and made $197 for the HOA. He reminded us the property at 2014 John L Street will be open for bids through the 15th. Bids will be opened January 16 with the winner announced at the shareholder meeting.

Sylvia Flannagan announced the annual flea market will be on February 7. Anyone wanting a table should sign up to reserve their space and all tables must be manned by 7:00 AM on the day of the sale.

Bob Helmstadter announced there will be a memorial service on February 10 immediately following morning coffee. This service is in honor of park residents we have lost in the past year.

The donuts today were provided by Pat Pierson, Jim & Freda Munds and Ed Layher.

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President Bob Helmstadter opened the Monthly Monday Morning Meeting of the Hammock Estates Home Owners Association. The slate of officers will remain on the board for 2020 as follows: President and Director Bob Helmstadter; Vice President and Director Lon Childress; Secretary and Director Carol Danzer, and; Treasurer and Director Annette Layher. Directors at Large remain as: Registered Agent Claude Belton; Social Hostess Rachel Childress, and: Welcome Host John Pickup.

Committee Chairpersons:

• 50^th Wedding Celebration       
  • Kathy Morgan
• Auditing                            
  • Ron Harmon & Judy Fahl
• Address                                       
  • Linda Price & Judy Fraser
• Billiards
  • Max Fahl
• Bingo, Bunco & Pinochle
  • Teresa Desautels
• Blue Grass Jam Sessions
  • Joe & Helen Cole
• Breakfasts
  • Rick Motzinger
• Clubhouse Janitorial Service
  • Martha Watson
• Cornhole
  • Lee Baldwin
• Directory
  • Nancy Pratt, Mary Newman, Lynette Pickup & Linda Price
• Entertainment
  • Lon & Rachel Childress, Dan & Mary Newman, Pat Pierson and Joyce Chapman
• Euchre
  • Max Fahl
• Flea Market
  • Sylvia Flanagan
• Gourmet
  • Monthly Volunteers
• Guessing Game
  • Doug & Pam Myers
• Heartland Food Bank
  • Harold & Linda Price
• Horseshoes
  • Russ Moody and Jim Munds
• Ladies Luncheons
  • Martha Watson
• Librarians
  • Joan Voight, Kat Hazlett and Pam Myers
• Line Dancing
  • Freda Munds
• Name Tags
  • Lynette Pickup
• Newsletter
  • Bob Mellinger
• Piano
  • Miriam Steele, Lynne Brewer and Joyce Chapman
• 50/50 Monday Meeting
  • John Pickup
• Sewing
  • Mary Newman and Nancy Mellinger
• Shuffleboard
  • Doug Myers and Mike McCarville
• Sunshine
  • Carol Parker
• Water Aerobics
  • Joan Voight
• Web Site Pics and Sales
  • Linda Price
• Monthly Birthday Party
  • Lee Baldwin and Kat Hazelett

After closing the HOA Meeting, the Monday Morning Coffee Hour began with an opener by

After closing the HOA Meeting, the Monday Morning Coffee Hour began with an opener by Harold Price. We had 118 present including returnee Betty Lawson and new resident Ted Miller on Roger Street.

Lynette Pickup gave birthday wishes this week to Diana Morgan and anniversary wishes to Dan & Mary Newman (51 Years) and Sonny & Betty Emmons.

Carol Parker gave the sunshine report: A card was mailed to Jim and Patti Forrest on Friday from the park residents. We were told he wasn’t doing well. A card is going around this morning for Terry McGarigle. He had hernia surgery on Friday and is now home taking it easy.

Pat Butts is home from hospital now. I’m sure she is happy about that.

Betty Lawson is home for a while, then going back to her daughter for more treatments.

Reminder that there is bingo tonight and games night on Tuesdays and Fridays. Volunteers are needed to sign up for callers and runners. Bluegrass is this Wednesday’s at 1:00 PM, we had 105 attend last week. Cornhole is at 9:00 AM on Thursdays. Bunko is on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM and Pinochle on Wednesdays. Horseshoes is starting back up today and will be every Monday at 10:00 AM (following coffee) and Wednesdays at 9:00 AM. Bible Study resumes this week as well on Mondays at 2:00 PM. Golf is every Monday and Friday.

Martha Watson announced the game winners for last week were: Ron Harmon won the Hot Ball at Bingo worth $35; Punk won Euchre; Carol Danzer won Cornhole; Dick Thelen won Pinochle and, Chuck Danzer won Shuffleboard on Tuesday with Mike McCarville, Don Guy & Carol Danzer winning on Friday.

The next Ladies Luncheon will be January 14, 2020 at Jaceranda in Avon Park. Be sure to sign up and pay $15 in advance. Meet at the Clubhouse by 11:00 AM. The Christmas decorations will still be up!

Linda Price announced the pictures for the new park directory are going well. About 25 residents still need to have their sitting. Anyone needing to schedule a sitting are asked to do so. There is no cost for the sitting but, if anyone would like to purchase additional prints ($30 minimum) a viewing time will be scheduled about one week after your sitting.

Annette Layher announced she is now collecting the HOA annual dues on January 1. The dues are $15/year per person.

The 50/50 winner was Pat Moody for $42. The guessing game had a carryover from last week for a total pot of $27.75 and was won by Brenda Hollingsworth. The insulated bag winner this week was Charlene Taylor.

ROC President Rick Motzinger announced the next men’s breakfast will be on January 11. $5 paid in advance and sign up sheets are available. He reminded us the property at 2014 John L Street will be open for viewing today after coffee until 2:00. Sealed bids will then be accepted until January 15 from park residents only. Bids will be opened January 16 with the winner announced at the shareholder meeting.

Sylvia Flannagan announced the annual flea market will be on February 7. Anyone wanting a table should sign up to reserve their space and all tables must be manned by 7:00 AM on the day of the sale.

Harold Price announced the Heartland Food Reservoir was very grateful for our donations from the park. Cash was raised in the amount of $330 which was used to purchase a Christmas gift for 13 children and their mother staying in the shelter. The park also donated 475# of food that was given to area families for their Christmas meal. The donations were very much appreciated and needed.

Lynette Pickup presented a traveling trophy to Bob Mellinger for “outstanding golfing performance” by having an Eagle at the Sebring Country Club on Hole #10. (You do know my wife is going to cherish having that little guy on display in our house!)

The donuts today were provided by Nikki DeHaven, Jim & Linda Stebleton and Gerald & Miriam Steele.

Bob Helmstadter provided the closer with a reminder of how great our God is and how our prayers are always answered. Keep on praying!

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