Volume 7 Issue 3
Clubhouse: 3851 Hillsdale Dr., Auburn Hills MI, 48326
Phone: 248-276-1943  
Fax: 248-276-1944
Gate House: 276-1276

Association Manager: Karen Brierly
Cell: 248-722-5797

Resident Information and Notes | Karen's Corner | Events & Activities | Clubhouse Events | Upcoming Events
Communication from Our Homeowners Association Board | Odds & Ends | March Calendar of Events
Special Recognition To Our Residents:

A very special thanks to those who helped to move furniture in preparation of the carpet being installed or helped to put it all back after the carpet installation was completed. It was big work!

Warm thanks too: Cy DeMeulemeester, Barry Thornton, Larry Prior, Ross DiPonio, Mel Ulfig, Greg Mischley, John Bell, Al Mosesso, Bob Luttermoser, and Dennis Bodin. Also thanks to Don Cassidy who spent time in re-arranging the exercise room. It looks great!

Thank you to all homeowners for your patience, support and understanding as we were under construction at the clubhouse last month. The new carpet is beautiful and the paint job has certainly brightened up the building. Hope you’ve all had a chance to stop in and see the new look!

A very appreciative thanks to both Joe Columbo and Greg Barney for sharing their Heritage in the Hills pictures that we have used on our new website. Pictures will be updated periodically, so be sure to keep watch to the website (more information on the website in next column).

A very warm thanks to John Imbrunnone for doing a craft class last month and providing all the supplies! Also a special thanks for keeping the Texas Hold ‘Em going!

A very heartfelt thanks to Marian Hansen and Linda Foltz for delivering comfort shawls while visiting recovering residents. You make us a caring community!
 

St. Patrick’s Day celebration

Come on over to the clubhouse decked in your green and enjoy a corn beef & cabbage entrée. Bring your favorite irish dish to pass. A fine irish dessert is included! After dinner we will play yahtzee - the fun dice game of chance.

Beverages Include:
Coffee, Tea, Soda, Beer & Wine.
You are welcome to bring your own
Bottle of Cheer, if Desired.
Friday, March 17th at 6:00pm
$6.00 Per Person

Sign-up To Attend by March 14th. Include Your Potluck Dish of Choice.

CHECK IT OUT!

Our new website is updated!

http://www.heritageinthehills.com

 Don’t waste time! Check it out today! On the website you will find all kinds of information. You will find a description of our community plus many pictures showing the beauty of the community. You will also find the monthly newsletter and information just for you, the homeowner!

In order to access the “RESIDENT” section of the website, it requires a User Name and Password. It holds our current, updated Homeowners Directory. This information is to be kept confidential to Heritage in the Hills Residents ONLY. This information has been included with this mailing, however under separate cover. Please DO NOT share this information with non-residents. Your careful consideration will help keep this information confidential. Thank you! If you have any questions regarding the website, contact Karen in the office.

ENJOY!

NOTES OF THANKS …
From Residents to Your Home

  • Helen Hertler and daughter, Marianne writes: “During times like this we realize how much our friends and family mean to us … Your expression of sympathy will always be remembered by the family of Luther Hertler.”
     
  • The family of Barbara Abbate sends their thoughts: “Your kindness and sympathy are more deeply appreciated than any word of thanks can ever express.”
     
  • Ceil Kudla “Most Sincerely” writes: “Dear Heritage Friends and Neighbors: What a wonderful world this would be if everyone’s life could be touched by someone as kind and caring as you! I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the many kindnesses shown me during my recuperation from surgery. The flowers, the comfort shawl wonderful food & visits were just great! People here are one of a kind .. GREAT! “
     
  • With Special Thanks, Joan Huffmaster writes: It was so nice to be remembered in such a thoughtful way. I would like to sincerely thank all the thoughtful friends who sent me cards and delicious food during my surgery ordeal. The flowers I received were lovely and I really enjoyed my prayer shawl. Thank you for being so thoughtful!”
     
  • Barry and Claire Thornton write with “Love and Prayer” - “Many thanks for your kind words, love and compassion during this trying time with the death of my mother. My memories will certainly carry me through.” The family of Fernande Lasier (Claire’s Mother) sends their thoughts - “Your thoughtfulness has meant so much and everything you have done is truly appreciated. Thank you.”
     
  • Sheila Jacobs “fondly” writes: “Dear Neighbors, Thank you so much for the lovely visits I recently had from members of the Care Committee. The poem is very moving, the shawl is beautiful, and the banana bread was delicious! Most of all, I enjoyed the company and the fact that I live in such a wonderful and caring community. Thanks again and best wishes to everyone.”
     
  • Nancy Branstner writes: “Many thanks for the calls, concern and prayers after my husband Karl moved into a memory care facility. The visit from Linda Foltz and Marian Hansen was very comforting during this difficult time. Thank you to the Stitchers Knitch for the beautiful comfort shawl and to Linda for the yummy muffins.”
     
  • Fabiola Tonna writes: “To All My Friends at Heritage in the Hills who either sent cards or gave a warm hug or prayed for my brother during his illness and death; I thank you.”
     

RESIDENTS IN OUR THOUGHTS …

Prayers for Continued and/or Quick Recovery To:

  • Melvin Noonan

  • Tom Brennan

  • Ben Thomas

  • Bill Steele

  • Beth Hawes

  • Doris Stringer

  • Maria Feijer

  • Bob Bolda

Deepest sympathy to the family of resident, Barbara Abbate. We will certainly miss her beautiful smile!

The Imbrunnone Family for the many family deaths in the past couple months. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Ponderings From the Manager

By now I trust many of you have seen the new look at the clubhouse. The new carpet has been laid and the painting has been completed. It looks beautiful! Many have stated that the carpet is much “darker”, and yes, that is true. We went from gold to brown! I think you will agree that the look is much richer. With the many windows and natural light we have at the clubhouse, the color is enhanced. This is a better grade of carpet than we had so upkeep and cleaning should be an easier task! And with the painting completed; it certainly looks very nice. I hope if you haven’t seen it yet, you stop on by and take a look! I know you will like it!

I guess this is an important time to begin a new process! With the old carpet, we all know that the stains were apparent. We don’t want this to happen to our new carpet! Many have said with the darker color that the stains will not show; however this may not be so! If you are at the clubhouse and there is a spill, please report it to the office. It is much easier to kill the spot if we know what was spilled! You do not have to give your name; just let us know what was spilled and where so that we can tackle it head-on and try not to have the stains like we did before. We need your help in order to do this successfully! We expect accidents to happen; just let us know when they do. Your help and support will help us to keep our carpet looking beautiful for years to come!

With the thought of spring coming, we will begin to see the thaw. If you find you have any damage from the snow plowing, please report it to us in the office. The landscaper will make these repairs, please do not have them fixed yourself and then expect a refund. This will not occur unless you are
directed to do so. You MUST report it to the office for repair.

Just a reminder to be sure to check out our newly updated website. It is quite exciting and will be a real asset to our community. Spread the word and have people check it out!

 in March
  • BOOK CLUB CHATTERINGS

    The Book Club meets the 4th Saturday of each Month at the Clubhouse to review a selected book together. Bagels and coffee are served.

    We will meet on Sat., March 25th at 10:00 am. The book choice for March is Waiting by Ha Jin. Copies of the book are available thru Bruce Sanders via the Rochester Library Book Club Services.

    The April selection is Empire Falls by Richard Russo. Copies also available thru Bruce.

    The Book Club is open to all residents. We would love to have you join us!

     
  • SINGLES NEWS

    March 9th at 6:00pm
    We will hop on the bus and go to dinner. We are going to try something new; but we won’t call it a “mystery”. Nope, no clues either! Just come join us and enjoy with us!

    March 25th at 9:30am
    Join together for breakfast while sharing friendship and fellowship with others. We will be eating at The Peppermill in Waterford. Don’t miss this great food!

    March 30th at 7:15pm
    Meet at the Clubhouse for a gathering and meeting. We will talk about some upcoming plans; come with your ideas. Dessert will be served and perhaps a game following.
     
  • BUS TRIPS IN MARCH

    Wednesday, March 1st at 1:15 pm -     Syncopation at Meadow Brook Theatre. Tickets $15. Tickets All Sold.

    Sunday, March 5th at 2:15 pm -     North Oakland Concert Band presents a free concert Music to Warm a Winter’s Day at Lake Orion High School. Sign-up Immediately.

    Wednesday, March 8th at 6:45 pm - V    illage Players - “Ten Little Indians”. Free tickets to this play in Birmingham. Sign-up by March 3rd

    Thursday, March 9th at 6:00 pm -     Singles Dinner Out. Sign-up by 3/6.

    Wednesday, March 15th at 11:00 am -     Shopping Trip to the new Trader Joe’s in Rochester Hills. Sign-up by 3/13.

    Sunday, March 19th - Time TBA -     Movie and Dinner Out on the Bus. Movie to be announced by Thurs., 3/16.

    Tuesday, March 21st at 9:30 am -     Men’s Breakfast Out to Ram’s Horn on Crooks in Rochester. Sign up by 3/20.

    Friday, March 24th at 10:00 am -     Kensington Valley Bus Trip - Get an early start on your Spring shopping and join us to the discount stores in Howell. Sign-up by 3/10.

    Saturday, March 25th at 9:30 am -     Singles Breakfast Out. Sign-up by 3/23.

    Thursday, March 30th at 11:00 am -     Lunch at the Polish Cultural Center in Troy then shopping at the Polish Market across the street. Sign-up by 3/27.
     
  • CARD GAME FUN

    BRIDGE -     Mondays at 7:00 pm and  Wednesdays at 1:00 pm
    DUPLICATE BRIDGE -     Thursday, March 9th and 23rd at 7:15 pm
    PINOCHLE -     Tuesdays at 7:30 pm
    POKER -     Mixed Poker on Fri., March 10th at 6:30 pm
    EUCHRE -     Wed., March 1st and 29th at 7:00 pm
    BINGO -     Sat., March 22 at 7:00 pm

    Everyone Welcome! Come Join Us
     
  • MEXICAN TRAIN

    At The Clubhouse - Wed., March 15th at 7:00 pm - Everyone Invited! $1.00 Payable That Night
     
  • MEN’S BREAKFAST OUT

    Tuesday, March 21st at 9:00 am

    Meet at the Clubhouse by 9:00 am and car-pool over to the Ram’s Horn on Crooks (at M-59). Join us for conversation, friendship and fellowship!
     
  • SPECIAL THANKS RECEIVED

    The American Cancer Society has sent a very special thank you for the beautiful handmade hats that were donated to them for their Chemo Kids program. Our residents made 80 hats which were donated to their program. The hats will be distributed at Children’s Hospital and Beaumont Pediatrics to sick kids. A very warm thanks to all those that made and donated hats. What a wonderful feeling to know we’ve made a difference in the life of a child!

    Another warm thanks came from Arden Courts in Sterling Heights and from Crittenton Hospital, Pediatric Division, for the donation they received of knitted Teddy Bears. At Arden Courts, the
    Alzheimer patients are smiling while carrying their bears. At Crittenton, they are distributed to sick kids that are seen. Both have stated how great it is to have the support of the community in making other’s lives lighter and better. A very special thanks to all the knitters to helped make the 35 bears we’ve donated.

    About 60 cotton washcloths were made by our stitchers. They were then put in bags with a bar of soap. These were then sent to Clothes for Katrina and were sent to shelters for those that suffered thru the Katrina disaster. These efforts have not gone unnoticed! Emails are received daily thanking us for our thoughtfulness. How wonderful we were able to help so many! Thank you knitters.
CRAFT HAPPENINGS IN MARCH

Join us for one of these fun classes:

EASTER BASKET IN PLASTIC CANVAS - Materials Supplied - $4.00/Basket
Thursday, March 16th at 1:00 pm

STITCHERS KNITCH
Bring a project or join in one of our Charity Projects. Friday, March 10th at 1:00 pm

KNITE KNITTING KNITCH
Share patterns & projects especially purses and bags. Bring work in progress! Wednesday, March 29th at 7:00 pm.
The RED HAT Hot Honeys HAPPENINGS

If you have any questions call either Janice Mosesso at 248-475-7850 or Willie Swayze at 248-475-0012

Mark your calendar! Ann Moran and Claire Emmons have planned lunch and games at the clubhouse for Fri., March 17th. Fliers are now available at the clubhouse on the Red Hat Credenza. Be sure to pick one up and RSVP. It should be a fun
afternoon.

Also, new membership lists will be available starting March 17th. They will be on the Red Hat Credenza with your name on the upper right-hand corner. They will be in alphabetical order so that should make it easy for you to find your list. I would ask that if there are any changes in information that you contact me ASAP so that your listing will be correct. Along those lines if there is any one that wishes to drop their membership, please call me so that I can delete your name from the list.

We are in need of hostesses for the month of April. If no one volunteers we will be without an activity for the month. Also we need hostesses for June and December. Anyone interested, please contact either Janice or Willie.

In Friendship,
Janice Mosesso
 
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES FOR HERITAGE IN THE HILLS RESIDENTS

Dave and Pat Proper have these exciting opportunities upcoming:

NEW TRIP - Cincinnati Flower Show - April 24 - April 25, 2006
America’s most acclaimed flower show featuring world class exhibits, social events, gardener’s and plant markets, a lecture series and tour. Cost is $234.00 for 2 days/1 night (per person/double occupancy). You will travel by motor coach. Accommodations are at the Quality Inn. Dinner at Mike Fink’s Restaurant (an authentically rebuilt sternwheeler) is included. The trip includes a visit to Krohn Conservatory, a Cincinnati City Tour and admittance to the Cincinnati Flower Show. SIGN-UP BY MARCH 15TH!

OR CHOSE FROM:
  • Branson Trip - September 21 - 25, 2006

To make reservations, or for more information, pick up a flyer at the Clubhouse or call Dave and Pat at 248-377-8909.
FREE IRELAND SEMINAR

Held At The Rochester Community House - March 15th at 7:00 pm
Limited Seating—Call Pat Proper to Reserve a Spot at 248-377-8909
Sponsored by Shamrock Travel Discount Coupons and Prizes!
 

KENSINGTON VALLEY DISCOUNT MALL SHOPPING TRIP

Start early on your Spring shopping at these discount prices!
FRIDAY, MARCH 24TH AT 9:30 AM
Sign-Up by March 21st!
 
RITA SPRINGFELLOW SHARES …RETARDED GRANDPARENTS
And says .. “This is Priceless!”

After Christmas, a teacher asked her young pupils how they spent their holiday away from school. One child wrote thefollowing:

We always used to spend the holidays with Grandma and Grandpa. They used to live in a big brick house but Grandpa got retarded and they moved to Arizona. Now they live in a tin box and have rocks painted green to look like grass. They ride around on their bicycles and wear name tags because they don’t know who they are anymore. They go to a building called a wrecked center, but they must have got it fixed because it is okay now, and do exercises there, but they don’t do them very well. There is a swimming pool too, but in it, they all jump up and down with hats on. At their gate, there is a doll house with a little old man sitting in it. He watches all day so nobody can escape. Sometimes they sneak out. They go cruising in their golf carts. Nobody there cooks, they just eat out. And, they eat the same thing every night. Early Birds. Some of the people can’t get out past the man in the doll house. The ones who do get out bring food back to the wrecked center and call it pot luck.

My Grandma says Grandpa worked all his life to earn his retardment and says I should work hard so I can be retarded someday too. When I earn my retardment, I want to be the man in the doll house. Then I will let people out so they can visit their grandchildren !!
THE GLENN MILLER STORY
Music Appreciation at the Clubhouse

Join us at the Clubhouse to listen to some awesome music of Glenn Miller and his Orchestra. There will be some shared history of this legend; some fun pictures and lots of memories of his music.

Thursday, march 16th at 7:00 pm - $2/Person

Don’t miss the fun! A Coke Soda will be served during the event. Sit back and listen to this great music, learn about the man and enjoy an evening with your friends & neighbors.

Sign-Up Before March 13th To Save Your Spot!.

IN MARCH
  • Resident Pot-Lucks - Fridays, March 3rd & 24th at 6:00 pm
     
  • Wednesday, March 1st at 7:00 pm AND Wednesday, March 29th at 7:00 pm - Euchre at the Clubhouse. Come join us for this fun game. If you don’t know how to play, we will gladly teach you! Come one and all!
     
  • Saturday, March 4th at 6:30 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse. The movie will be Cinderella Man. Popcorn will be served.
     
  • Thursday, March 9th at 10:00 am - Ceramics and Sewing at the Clubhouse with Tammy. Sessions are 10 - Noon; and 1 - 3 pm. $5.00 per class per student.
     
  • Friday, March 10th at 1:00 pm - Stitchers Knitch at the Clubhouse. We are working on Comfort Shawls, Wrist Protectors and Pet Blankets for Donation to a pet shelter. Bring a project or come begin a new one! Sign-up by 3/8.
     
  • Tuesday, March 14th at 10:00 am - Hospitality Committee Meeting. Bagels and coffee will be served. If anyone would like to join this committee, contact Karen in the office. Everyone is welcome to join!
     
  • Wednesday, March 15th at 7:00 pm - Mexican Train at the Clubhouse. Cost is $1.00 payable that evening. If you don’t know how to play, come along! We will teach you all you need to know! Sign-up by 3/13.
     
  • Thursday, March 16th at 1:00 pm - Easter Basket in Plastic Canvas at the Clubhouse. Supply cost: $4.00. Sign-up by 3/13.
     
  • Thursday, March 16th at 7:00 pm - Glenn Miller Music Appreciation - $2/Person - Come hear the great music, learn about this legend and have a coke soda with us! Sign-up by 3/13.
     
  • Friday, March 17th at Noon - Red Hat Card Party at the Clubhouse. Get your flier from the clubhouse today and be sure to RSVP on time!
     
  • Friday, March 17th at 6:00 pm - St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Social - $6.00/Person. Corned Beef and Cabbage is the main entrée’ you bring a dish to pass. An Irish Dessert included! Sign-up by 3/14.
     
  • Wednesday, March 22nd at 7:00 pm - BINGO at the Clubhouse. 10 games at $.25 a card and 1 Cover-All at $1.00/card. Don’t miss the fun! Sign-up by 3/20.
     
  • Saturday, March 25th at 10:00 am - Book Club meets at the Clubhouse. See book selection and more information on page 3 of this newsletter. Everyone welcome to attend!
     
  • Saturday, March 25th at 7:00 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse - Walk The Line - Popcorn Served. Sign-up by 3/23.
     
  • Wednesday, March 29th at 7:00 pm - Knite Knitting Knitch - This is a group of knitters that gathers to share designs, patterns and ideas for knitted purses, bags, flowers, etc. Bring your show-n-tell items, bring your patterns and bring a project to work on. Come along for a lot of fun!
     
  • Thursday, March 30th at 7:15 pm - Singles Meeting at the Clubhouse. Bring your ideas for upcoming plans. A dessert will be served. Sign-up by 3/27.
     
  • Friday, March 31st at 6:00 pm - Texas Hold ‘Em - Come join the fun of this game! $20 payable that night. Sign-up by 3/27.!!


 (Sign-Up Now!)

These events have already been scheduled. Some of these events require purchasing tickets and so signing-up must occur now. Be sure to check out these trips and events and make your plans now to attend! Sign-up sheets are located under “Other” in the book.


(From the February, 2006 Board Meeting)

To increase communications about Board activities we are placing a brief overview of some of the topics discussed at each month’s Board meeting in the Monthly newsletter. Here are some topicsfrom last month:

CARPET
The committee that had the job of picking new carpet for the clubhouse did an out- standing job! The committee was made up of several residents and several board members. The ceilings throughout the clubhouse were repaired and painted, along with all the trim throughout. The exit doors were also done on the inside, and they look great! The area rug in the foyer was sent out and cleaned and a pad added for safety and durability. The work certainly makes a difference! We are so proud!

WEBSITE
The Heritage in the Hills website is now updated and running. It contains information about the community and information just for residents. The residents site is only accessible with a username and password which will be delivered to each homeowner with the delivery of the March newsletter. This information MUST be held confidential by homeowners only. Updates will be monthly with the addition of the current newsletter. Now those leaving the community will have access to the monthly newsletter, Homeowner Directory and other information found pertinent.

SIGNS IN THE COMMUNITY
Private Property signs have been posted around the Phase I pond in an attempt to keep outside visitors off the property.

SOLICITORS/UNWELCOMED VISITORS OR UNUSUAL ACTIVITY
If you notice solicitors or unusual activity in the community, please don’t hesitate to call the Auburn Hills police to report the incident. The guards can not leave their post to investigate. It’s a good idea to notify the manager, but if she is unavailable, please contact the police direct. Let’s work together to keep our community safe!.

BINGO - At The Clubhouse with Your Neighbors and Friends!
WED., MARCH 22ND
7:00 PM
10 Miscellaneous Games at
$.25 per card per game.
1 Cover-All Game at $1.00/per card
All monies collected are the Winnings!
Don’t Miss The Fun! Sign-up Today to Join Us!


JOIN US FOR LUNCH!
Where: Polish Cultural Center
When: Thurs., March 30th
At: 11:00 am
Shopping at the Polish Market after Lunch
Don’t miss the fun! Sign-up to Save
Your Spot on the Bus Today!