Volume 7 Issue 10
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 | October Calendar of Events
Special Recognition To Our Residents:
  • A very special thanks to Greg & Mary Jo Marciniak and Barry Thornton for their hard work for the 6th Annual Labor Day Golf Outing at Springfield Oaks. Be sure to see the results in this newsletter. The event was fun for all. What great prizes! Thanks again for a job well done!
     
  • Special thanks to Joyce Sanders, Paul Normandin and Bruce Gibson for organizing and hosting the Stewart McMillin event in September. It was a great night with lots of memories shared! Thanks to Stewart too! Watch for a trip in the spring with Stewart!
     
  • Kudo’s to Marian Hansen for sharing the news about the Petticoat Ladies who entertained the ladies at lunch in September. Thanks to Marian, LaVerne Luttermoser and Kathy Mischley for helping set up ; and to the many hands that helped with clean up. What a great presentation and luncheon!
     
  • Warm thanks to Larry DeRonne and Larry Prior for another successful Karaoke night at the clubhouse. Lots of work for these guys! We appreciate you! It was great fun for all! Everyone enjoyed singing! Great entertainment!
     
  • Thanks to the following residents who have helped at the clubhouse. Thanks to Kathy Mischley for helping to decorate the clubhouse for fall. Special thanks to Bob Luttermoser for helping seal envelopes with one of the big mailings last month and to Larry DeRonne for stuffing envelopes with the other mailing! Appreciate your help!

50’s SOCK HOP
With DJ Billy Dee
Saturday, October 14th at 6:00 pm
$10.00 / Person

Come dressed in your poodle skirt or pedal pushers, bobby socks and tennis or saddle shoes for a night of great fun and dancing! Sign-up NOW to attend!

Dinner will be pizza, salad & dessert. Beer available




All the Goul Friends Are Gathering At The
Clubhouse for a WITCH PARTY and You Are
Hereby Invited!
Thursday, October 19th at 6:00 pm
$5.00 Per Witch

Bring a devilish dish to pass.
Call Pat Proper at 248-377-8909 to let
her know what you plan to bring.

The Psychic will be there too!

Dress like a witch or be boiled in oil!
Prize for best dressed will be awarded!
 

FALL CHILI COOK-OFF
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22ND AT 4:00 - $4.00
(AND DON’T FRET - THE FOOTBALL GAME(S) WILL BE ON THE BIG SCREEN)

Bring Your Favorite Pot of Chili (to serve 8-10) to Be Judged. After judging, everyone gets to eat! All fixing's will be available, including corn bread! Sign-up by Oct. 16th to bring a pot of chili or just to come to dinner. Prizes available for winners! Love chili and want to be a judge? Contact the hostesses for this party; Janice Mosesso or Marilyn Aldinger. Don’t miss the fun!

A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU

As you all know, the pool and spa has closed for the season, effective October 1st. We extend a very special thank you to employee JOHN BELL for his outstanding service to the operation of the pool during the summer of 2006. I want you all to know that we had a “perfect pool” with each and every water test this summer with the County. This is thanks to John’s hard work and dedication. Thanks for a great summer season, John, and for your dedication! GREAT JOB!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE

Do you have some extra time on your hands? Would you like to spend it doing a worthwhile job? Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital in Pontiac is looking for volunteers to work in their Gift Shoppe. Resident Fabiola Tonna would like to share more with you about the opportunities. Give her a call at 276-1911. Do it today!

DID YOU KNOW?

In July 1,400 patients received dental care in a 65-chair dental clinic in the Wise County Fairgrounds in Wise, Virginia. Many health services were available which included dental, medical, eyeglass manufacture, diabetes management, bone density scans and women’s cancer prevention. Dental volunteers provided almost $1 million in care that included prophylaxis, restorations, pulpotomies, dentures and radiography. Dr. Catherine Fischer of Centreville, Virginia brought an assistant of her own, her son Harrison, a high school student who she says is “brainwashed” for a career in dentistry. “My husband (Dr. Charles Fischer) and I volunteer at these events and think it’s a wonderful experience for our son,” said Dr. Fischer. “These people really need help and are so appreciative. These are working people who can’t afford health insurance, and you need to see how they live. It is such an eye-opener when you’re in the bubble of middle class living.“ Dr. Catherine Fischer is Tom & Dottie Buran’s daughter and Harrison is their grandson! How awesome is that?! Kudo’s to this family!

NOTES OF THANKS …
From Residents to Your Home:

  • Willie Swayze writes: Thank you for all your support and prayers during my dear Mother’s illness and her passing, I feel blessed to be living in such a caring community.
     
  • Mrs. Josephine Tonna writes: To All the Persons who did the shawl for me: I thank you so much! It’s a wonderful gift that I treasure! I put it on my bed to remind me when I pray my prayers. I think of you! You are the most wonderful persons I ever have to meet. I hope I can thank you in person one day. Thank you again; God Bless You All!
     
  • Susan Doherty writes: Dear Friends and Neighbors; Thank you for the flowers, cards and prayers during my recent illness. It is sincerely appreciated.
     
  • Roy Wayrynen and Family sends these thanks: To all my Heritage Friends and Neighbors: Thank you for all the
    beautiful cards, flowers and prayers for Betty during her illness and passing. You have all been a blessing at this sorrowful time. Thank you!
     
  • The Pool Aerobics and Exercise Classes Send Their Thoughts: We would like to thank both Pat Halstead and Shelley Kletter for their wonderful pool classes once again this summer. It was a wonderful opportunity and we thank you for your dedication to teaching. Thanks for a wonderful summer in the pool! We love you! Your students!
     
  • Bob Cleveland sends a very warm thanks: I would like to thank Bernie Ris, Nelson Davey and Frank Burn for their work in helping to find our lost cat last month. They were workers on a mission! Our precious pet escaped the house and was missing for far too long. Our kitty was found on Jess Soltess’ patio and he was already aware of the missing cat, so he knew where to call and we claimed her with thankfulness! There is a real sense of community here at Heritage; even when it’s a loved pet. Thank you for your help when it mattered most! We truly appreciate it! Just another way that shows what a great community we have here at Heritage! Thanks gentlemen!
     
  • John Imbrunnone says: Your thoughtfulness is appreciated! Thanks for the thoughtfulness .. the flowers and cards and calls were very much appreciated. Heritage in the Hills is like family; warm, kind and loving. Love, Peace and Joy to all!.

RESIDENTS IN OUR THOUGHTS …

Prayers for Continued and/or Quick Recovery To:

  • John Imbrunnone

  • Susan Doherty

  • Bob Bolda

  • Ethyle Marshall

  • Rose Ferranti

  • Tony Kolp

  • Betty Muscarella



Ponderings From the Manager

I First I would like to remind everyone to please SLOW DOWN when traveling in the community! I have seen so many “close calls” because of speeding throughout the streets in the community; especially along Heritage Drive. Please remember that the posted speed limit in the community is 17 Miles Per Hours. Next time you are driving down Heritage Drive, check your speedometer and see what you are traveling at! SLOW DOWN before something horrible happens! Thank you! And on that same note; walkers and runners please use the sidewalks when exercising in the community. It is very dangerous using the roads and not the sidewalks. That’s why they are there! Please be safe! (Thanks to Sharron Ris for her thoughts on this matter).

Last month you received two mailings from the association. One was an update from our lawyer on the concrete law suit. I hope you have all received it. If not, there are extra copies in the office. You also received a mailing for the Annual Meeting of the Homeowner Board of Directors which will be held on Wednesday, October 25th at 7:00 pm at St. John Fisher Chapel on Walton. In this mailing was your chance to nominate people for the Board of Directors. After accepting the nomination, this will create our ballot for the three open positions on the Board of Directors. This mailing will be out the week of October 16th. You are welcome to turn in your Ballot prior to the Annual Meeting to the clubhouse office. Or you can chose to wait to vote at the Annual Meeting. Also included in that mailing was a Voting Representative form. There has been some confusion about the completion of this form. It must be newly completed YEARLY. If you filled one out last year before the Annual Meeting, it is time to complete it again. Please understand that you CANNOT vote if you have you have not turned in this form. The person designated the voter is the one who must submit the ballot. If you have not yet turned in your form; please do so as soon as possible. Many have asked if it’s “too late.” It is not too late now; but it will be too late once the ballots are in the mail. So, be sure to dig it out of your mail pile; complete it and bring it over to the clubhouse at your earliest convenience! Thank you! If you need a proxy ballot because you will be out-of-town at the time of voting, please contact me at the office and I will explain that process. I hope you all plan on attending the Annual Meeting to see just how hard the Board of Directors works on behalf of this community. Our lawyer will also be present at the meeting to give an update of the law suit. It’s a meeting you won’t want to miss; so I hope you’ve marked your calendars!

I know many of you “snowbirds” are getting ready to head south soon. Before leaving, please remember to complete an “Absence Form” with the office. This will give us your correct address, phone number and emergency contact should we need it in your absence. If you would like to receive the monthly newsletter, The Heritage Headlines, we will gladly mail it to you each month. The cost for mailing is $.80 per issue. Remember that you can also access the newsletter and calendar each month the website which is http://www.heritageinthehills.com. Using the “user name” and “password” you can also access the “Resident’s Only” section which has the Resident List on it. Trying to make it easier for all of you! Wishing you all safe travel and a blessed winter season!

I remind everyone that we lock the kitchen door in the evening. If you are at the clubhouse for an event after hours, the kitchen door is usually shut, but not locked so that you can use it for your enjoyment. However, please be sure to lock the kitchen door before leaving, shut off all the lights and turn the thermostats down. Thank you for doing your part to keep the clubhouse a safe place to be!

In September the Board sponsored a table at the Senior Lifestyle Expo held at the OPC (Older Persons Commission) in
Rochester. We did a display of our community and talked to many people about Heritage in the Hills. Special thanks to Pat Siepielski and Larry DeRonne who helped man the table for the day. There were approximately 2,000 seniors who came through the doors! We educated them as to WHO we are, WHERE we are and WHAT’S available here. We got the word out! It was a lot of fun and suggest next year you all go and take a look at all the services that were available.

You will notice in the Board notes that the clubhouse office hours are changing for the winter season. We will now be closed on Sunday’s except when there is a scheduled event happening. The office will be open Monday thru Friday from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. Saturday hours will be from 10:00 - 2:00 pm. Terri will continue to be in the office on Monday’s and alternate times throughout the week and Saturday. My days off will continue to be Sunday and Monday. This month I have several meetings occurring which I have marked on the calendar. If Terri is not available to work because of her school schedule, you will find the office closed. I am sorry for any inconvenience this may cause! Note that I will be on vacation on Friday, Oct. 6th and again on Saturday, Oct. 28th. I will also be attending the MAAP (Michigan Association of Activity Professionals) Conference on Oct. 26th and 27th. I have been nominated to sit on the Board of MAAP, however have declined the nomination. Being President of OCAAP (Oakland County Association of Activity Professionals) is commitment enough for me at this time! We will be celebrating my youngest granddaughter’s 2nd birthday in late October; has it already been two years? Guess it’s time to update the picture on my computer, don’t ya think? Happy Fall to Everyone!



 in OCTOBER
  • BOOK CLUB CHATTERINGS

    We invite anyone who is interested to meet the new Director of the Auburn Hills Library, Karrie Waarala, at our meeting on Saturday, October 21st (date change due to scheduled Flu Shot Clinic) at 10:00 am at the clubhouse. Karrie will share with us her ideas about the library and
    answer any questions about the library that you may have. Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls is the book selected for discussion on November 18th. Bruce can order these books on the internet for approx. $8.00. If you are interested, call him as soon as possible at 475-0854.

    The discussions are open to all residents. Call Bruce or Joyce Sanders for more information if desired.

    Join us for book discussion, fellowship, coffee and bagels.
     
  • SINGLES NEWS

    On Friday, October 13th at 5:00 we will have dinner at Kruse & Muirs at 16 Mile and Crooks. Sign-up to attend by 10-09.

    On Tuesday, October 17th at 10:00 we will enjoy breakfast together at Big Boys on Livernois in Rochester Hills. Sign-up by 10-11.

    Remember .. All ladies are invited to attend the singles meals out! We hope you will join us for a time of fellowship and friendship!.
     
  • BUS TRIPS IN OCTOBER

    As stated in the Board Report this month, there will be a fee added for bus usage per trip. Please include this fee when writing your check for the events chosen. The bus fee is shown in bold after the ticket price. If no other fee is charged, the bus fee must be included in check form made out to Heritage in the Hills. The number shown in at the end is the number needed to make the trip possible. If this number isn’t met by the sign-up date, the trip will be cancelled. Refunds will be made available up to 48 hours prior to the trip IF tickets have not yet been purchased. Please do not sign-up yourself on sheets where a fee is charged. Your name will be removed if it added without payment received. Thank you for your cooperation in these matters!

    Thursday, October 5th at 6:30 pm - “Galileo and His Universe” at the Auburn Hills Library - Free Admission - Historian Maureen Esther returns to discuss the man who is called “the father of modern science.” In light of the religious and political climates of his era, Galileo’s vision of the universe would set the stage for monumental discovery and devastating tragedy. Sign-up Immediately.

    Sunday, October 7th - Time To Be Announced - Movie & Dinner Out on the Bus - Join with us to travel to the movie theatre to see a movie. After the movie, we will go to dinner. Movie and time to be announced on Friday, Oct. 6th.

    Monday, October 9th at 2:00 pm - Franklin Cider Mill Trip - Travel on down to Franklin to see one of the oldest running cider mill. Pick up your apples, pies, donuts and cider for a good fall dessert! Sign-up Immediately. (6)

    Tuesday, October 10th at 11:00 am - Flint Art Museum in Flint for the Excavating Egypt: Great Discoveries from the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology. This exhibition tells the story of archaeologist William Matthew Prtrie and hi exploration of ancient Egyptian
    civilization. Great exhibition! Don’t miss it. Sign-up by 10-02. (8).

    Thursday, October 12th at 4:30 pm - Auburn Hills Senior Center for their Monthly Pot-Luck. The theme this month is Remembering the Roaring 20’s”. Flappers welcome! Bring a side dish or dessert to pass. Sign-up Immediately. (8)

    Friday, October 13th at 5:00 pm - Singles (and Ladies) Dinner Out to Kruse and Muir at 16 Mile & Crooks. Sign-up by Oct. 9th (6).

    Sunday, October 15th at 1:00 pm - Social Security at Fenton Village Players - An amusing story of what happens when a middle-aged couple have to deal with their Mother moving back in with them for a while. Tickets $9. Sign-up by Oct. 9th. (8)

    Tuesday, October 17th at 9:00 am - Men’s Breakfast Out. Gather in the parking lot to car pool to the Rams Horn on Crooks and M-59. Come for the fellowship and fun! Breakfast cost on your own.

    Tuesday, October 17th at 10:00 am - Singles (Ladies) Breakfast Out. Jump on the bus and travel to the Big Boy Restaurant on Livernois in Rochester Hills. Cost of breakfast on your own. Sign-up by Oct. 11th. (6)

    Wednesday, October 18th at 3:00 pm - Let’s travel to Romeo to visit one of the known cider mills to get our apples and pies and other goodies. We will then go to dinner at the Apple Orchard Inn for one of their delicious meals. All costs on your own. Sign-up by Oct. 13th. (8)

    Thursday, October 19th at 12:30 pm - Travel to the AH Library for an hour of Book BINGO. Try something different! FREE. Sign-up by Oct. 13th (6).

    Friday, October 20th at 10:00 am - Day at Frankenmuth - Come enjoy the beauty of fall while traveling to Frankenmuth. We will have lunch first and then shop, shop, shop until we drop. Sign-up by Oct. 13th (8).

    Saturday, October 21st at Noon - Fall Festival In The Woods (AH) at Hawk Woods. Let’s join AH for a fun fall day! Sign-up by Oct. 16th (8).

    Sunday, October 29th at 1:15 - Porgy & Bess at the Detroit Opera House - $42 - For every rebel, there is a romantic dreamer waiting in the wings; for Gershwin’s Porgy, the dreams are born on Catfish Row. Replete with some of the most beloved music written for the stage. Sign-up by 10-10-06 (20 Total)

    Tuesday, October 31st at 11:00 am - Same Time Next Year at Meadowbrook Theatre. This is a romantic comedy which tells the story of two people who find enduring love with each other despite being married to other people. Lunch is included at Kruse & Meir on Main. Tickets $29.50. Don’t miss it . .be sure to join us! Sign-up by Oct. 16th.

    Do you have ideas for bus trips? IF so, don’t hesitate to call Karen and Share those ideas! Thanks!.
     
  • CARD GAME FUN - Everyone Welcome! Come Join Us!
     
    • BRIDGE - Mondays at 7:00 pm and Wednesdays at 1:00 pm
    • DUPLICATE BRIDGE - Thursday, October 12th & 26th at 7:15 pm
    • PINOCHLE - Tuesdays at 7:30 pm
    • EUCHRE - Wed., October 4th at 7:00 & Thurs., Sept. 21st at 7:15 pm.
    • BINGO - Fri., October 20th at 6:30 pm Sub Dinner & Then Gaming Begins $5.00/Person
    • MEXICAN TRAIN - Wed. October 18th at 7:00 PM. Everyone is invited to play! We will teach you how if you’ve never played before. Cost is $1.00/Person Payable Night of Play
    • SUDOKU - Fri., October 27th 2:00 pm - Come join us for this fun paper game. Fill in the grids with numbers 1 thru 9. There is no math involved. The grid has numbers, but nothing has to add up to anything else. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic. It’s fun, it’s challenging, it’s addictive! Join us!

      Sign Up Immediately!
       
  • GOODFELLOW DOLLS UPDATE

    For those of you that are busy dressing a doll for the Goodfellow Holiday Program, they are due in the Clubhouse office by Wed., Oct. 4th. They will on display for a few days before being shipped. Be sure to stop by and see these beautiful creations! Thank you all for your support and participation in this program!

    We thank Marian Hansen and Linda Foltz for coordinating this event this year. Thanks, Ladies! Great Job!
     
  • SINGLES NEWS

    On Monday, September 11th at 5:00 we will have dinner at the new Mitchell’s at The Villages in Rochester Hills. Sign-up to attend by Sept. 7th.

    On Friday, September 22nd at 9:00 am we will head out for breakfast. Where? Come and you’ll find out! Sign-up by Sept. 19th.

    Remember .. All ladies are invited to attend the singles meals out! We hope you will join us for a time of fellowship and friendship!
     
  • LABOR DAY GOLF RESULTS

    Congratulations to the following winners at the 6th Annual Labor Day Weekend Golf Scramble held Sunday, September 3rd at Springfield Oaks Golf Course.
     
    • First Place Team:
      Steve Fett, Billy Stringfellow and Steve Stringfellow
       
    • Putting Contest:
      Men - Al Oros
      Women - Briggi Williams
       
    • Longest Drive:
      Men - Tom Carmichael
      Women - Loretta Oros
       
    • Straightest Drive:
      Men - Joe Goceljak
      Women - Liz Malouin
       
    • Closest to the Pin:
      Men - Anthony Marciniak, Billy Stringfellow, Barry Thornton and Nelson Davey

    We think everyone who attended will agree that fun was had by all. The weather was great and the meal back at the clubhouse was delicious. Thanks to Karen and Terri for collecting the money and arranging the dinner and helping to clean up afterwards. Your assistance is always appreciated. Hopefully, next year’s event will be just as wonderful. September 2nd .. mark your calendars!

    Submitted By Greg Marciniak and Barry Thornton
     

  • HERITAGE DIRECTORY

    Schedule NOW to have your picture taken for the New Directory.

    Available Dates for Picture Taking:

    TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10TH
    Between 3:00 & 5:00 pm (15 Min. Increments)
    Or
    SUNDAY OCTOBER 15TH
    Between 3:00 & 5:00 pm (15 Min. Increments)
    Or
    THURSDAY OCTOBER 26TH
    Between 3:00 & 5:00 pm (15 Min. Increments)

    Sign-Up Today! These will be the last dates available for pictures. Hope you all participate!.
     
  • PLAN TO BE THERE!

    Association Board Annual Meeting, Wednesday, October 25th at 7:00 pm At St. John Fisher Catholic Church on Walton & Squirrel. Watch for Ballots for the Board in Your Mailbox Soon!
     
  • STITCHERS KNITCH UPDATE

    Stitchers have been busy with charity projects. We are making baby blankets for the Crisis Pregnancy Center and scarves for the College Students through a Virginia Orphanage. Join with us! See us for patterns & info
     
  • FLU SHOT CLINIC

    Saturday, October 28th FROM 10:00 - 2:00 pm At Heritage in the Hills Clubhouse

    The Visiting Nurses Association will be here to issue both Flu & Pnemonia Shots.

    Bring your Medicare (Part B) Cards, or Medical Insurance Cards PLUS your picture ID. No Medicare or Insurance? Cost will be $24 for the Flu Shot and $40 for Pnemonia.

    Sign-up NOW to participate! Be sure to include time of choice (half hour increments).

    Thanks to Marian Hansen and Kathy Mischley for Coordinating this Event
     
  • BALANCE SEMINAR

    Wednesday, October 11th at 6:30 pm At The Clubhouse NO CHARGE!
     
  • PHYSICAL THERAPY SCREENINGS
    (Balance, Pain & Exercise Needs)

    Wednesday, October 18th from 4 - 7 pm. At The ClubhouseFREE 20 Minute Screening

    You will receive a copy of their findings for discussion with your personal physician along with treatment
     
  • PHONE BOOKS AVAILABLE

    Stop on by the Clubhouse (in the Craft Room) and pick-up a new copy of the Yellow Pages Phone Directory. There is one for everyone! Help yourself!
     
  • NEW TRIP!

    Detroit NAIAS 2007 North American Auto Show, January 8, 2007 - $40/Person.

    Jump on a Chartered Bus at 10:00 am to travel to the Auto Show. After the show, stop at Greektown
    Casino for some fun. Make a day of it all! Get $20 back at the Casino. Return home around 8:00 pm.
    Sign-up SOON for the FUN!
     
  • HERITAGE COMMUNITY THANKGIVING DINNER

    Friday, November 17th at 6:00 pm - $12.00 / Person

    Join with your neighbors and friends at the Clubhouse to enjoy a festive Thanksgiving Dinner including all the fixings: salad, turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn and more! Wine available at your table!

    Seating will be limited so don’t miss out! Plan on attending now! You can begin to sign-up this month! Join us for this wonderful annual event!

     
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

A big thank you to Margaret Gibson and Rose Normandin for our activity last month. Europa Bistro did a really nice job of making us welcome; even gave us a separate room. Our waiter was entertaining and the food was good. Afterwards we were off to the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm for a tour. Our docent, Michele, took us through the little red house and the main house explaining some of the history of the Van Hoosen and Jones families. A very enjoyable day!

Orders have been taken and received for both headbands and name tags. A couple headbands need to be picked up and there are a couple extras available if anyone wishes to purchase one. The sign-up sheet for upcoming activities is in place over the Red Hat credenza. Please check your calendar and sign up.

Syvlia Bucknavich and Linda Foltz have made plans for us to have lunch and play Bocce ball this month. This will take place on Tuesday, October 24th at Palazzo de Bocce in Lake Orion. We need to be at the clubhouse at 11:00 am with lunch being served at 11:30 am and Bocce ball to follow at 12:30 pm. The cost for both is $14. If you haven’t played Bocce ball; don’t worry! Instructions are provided! The Family Style lunch includes: pasta, salad, bread and beverage. Reservation deadline is October 16th. Please RSVP to either Sylvia at 373-9881 or Linda at 373-8528. Let us know if you are willing to drive.

On November 28th we will gather in the craft room at the clubhouse to decorate red hat ornaments to be placed on a Christmas tree (donated by Ann Moran) in the clubhouse library. Willie and Rosemary have been busy creating the hats and we will be the decorators. Supplies will be furnished and all your imagination and creativity will be used to produce gorgeous, one of a kind ornaments. Watch the credenza for a flier shortly.

To those of you leaving in October; safe journey!

In Friendship, Janice Mosesso
 
  • Yoga - Every Thursday at 6:00 pm at the Clubhouse. $13/Month.
     
  • Resident Pot Luck - Friday, October 6th at 6:00 pm - Bring your favorite dish to pass and join your neighbors and friends for an evening of fun! No need to sign-up; just come one and all!
     
  • Resident Social & Poker for Everyone - Friday, October 13th - Social begins at 6:00 pm and Poker begins at 6:30 pm. Come on over and perhaps bring an appetizer or snack to share. Bring your own beverages and enjoy the company of your neighbors at Heritage. No need to sign-up; everyone invited!
     
  • Wednesday, October 4th at 8:00 pm - Come on over and watch the Tiger Game on the Big Screen! Go Tigers!
     
  • Saturday, October 7th at 6:30 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse (RV) - $1.00 for popcorn and soda. (8)
     
  • Wednesday, October 10th - National Angel Food Cake Day - Come on down and enjoy a piece of cake on us!
     
  • Wednesday, October 11th at 6:30 pm - Balance Changes Seminar - Do you or someone you know find yourself thinking about your balance, being extra cautious in some situations or slowing down as you do things? Do uneven surfaces, stairs without rails or new environments make you uneasy? As we age, our bodies don’t overcome balance challenges as easily as they used to. The change generally happens slowly and often we find ourselves surprised one day that our balance isn’t what it used to be. Even if you aren’t noticing big changes right now, come and learn some ways to prevent problems later. Dr. Heather Hankin Chavez a physical therapist from NovaCare Rehabilitation in Auburn Hills will be talking about balance. Topic will include: causes of balance changers, exercise to prevent balance issues, creating a balance friendly home environment and where to go for help. Whether or not you are having balance problems now, this is something everyone should know. Light fruit snack provided. Sign-up by 10-9
     
  • Thursday, October 12th and 26th at 10:00 am - Sewing group meets in the craft room at the clubhouse. Class is $5 payable to the teacher, Tammy Myers. Come join in with some neat holiday sewing! Don’t need to sign-up; just come on up. You need to bring a portable sewing machine. Call the office for more information if desired.
     
  • Friday, October 13th at 1:00 pm - Stitchers Knitch at the Clubhouse. Bring a project you are working on or start a new one. Several charity projects occurring; come join us! Sign-up by Oct. 11th.
     
  • Saturday, October 14th at 6:00 pm - 50’s Sock Hop with DJ Billy Dee. Put on those poodle skirts, bobbie socks and tennis shoes and head on over to the clubhouse for an evening of fun, good music and dancing! Dinner will be served which will include pizza, salad and dessert. Wine, beer and mixes will be available. $10/ Person. Sign-up Immediately.
     
  • Wednesday, October 18th from 4 - 7 pm - Physical Therapy Screenings - Balance, Pain, and Exercise Needs. Whether or not you are able to attend the balance seminar, Heather will be returning today to do physical therapy screenings. If you have pain that hasn’t resolved and you haven’t seen a physician, are wondering about your balance or have a medical condition that is preventing you from exercising, Heather will spend 20 minutes screening your problem, and give you a copy of her findings to discuss with your physician. Along with that will be a treatment recommendation if appropriate. Sign-up for your FREE 20 minute screening by Oct 13th. FREE!
     
  • Thursday, October 19th at 6:00 pm - Gouls Witches Night Out - Fly on out to the clubhouse and join your other Goul Friends for a night of fun! Bring a devilish dish to pass. Call Pat Proper (377-8909) and tell her what you will be bringing. The Psychic will be here too! Dress like a witch or be boiled in oil!! There will be a prize for best dressed! $5.00. Sign-up by Oct. 13th.
     
  • Friday, October 20th at 6:30 pm - BINGO night at the Clubhouse. Begin with a sub and salad dinner. Gaming will begin at 7:00 pm. $5/Person. Sign-up by Oct.18th.
     
  • Saturday, October 21st at 6:30 pm - Movie at the Clubhouse (The Lake House). $1.00 for popcorn & soda. Sign-up by Oct. 18th.
     
  • Sunday, October 22nd at 4:00 pm - Fall Chili Cook-Off. $4.00. Bring your favorite pot of chili (to serve 8-10) to be judged. After judging, everyone will get to have dinner with all the fixin’s (including homemade corn bread!). Sign-up by Oct. 16th to bring a pot of chili or just to come to dinner. Love chili and want to be a judge? Call Janice Mosesso or Marilyn Aldinger and let them know! Don’t miss the fun; be there!
     
  • Friday, October 27th at 2:00 pm - Sudoku - Come learn this fun number game. No math needed; just a little of logic. Learn how; we will teach you! Sign-up by Oct. 23rd.
     
  • Friday, October 27th at 6:00 pm - Texas Hold ‘Em - $20 payable that evening. Come for an evening of fun card playing, gambling and enjoyment! Sign-up by Oct 23rd.
     
  • Saturday, October 28th from 10 am  - 2 pm - Flu Shot Clinic right here at Heritage! Come on down to get your flu shot! Bring your medicare, medical cards and picture ID. Sign-up for time of choice. Sign-up by Oct. 20th.
     
  • Monday, October 30th - National Candy Corn Day - Come on down to enjoy some of this delicious fall treat!
     


 (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.

  • Wednesday, November 1st at 7:00 pm - Village Players in Birmingham for Gypsy. The play is a mega-watt musical and the winner of 3 Tony Awards. It is based on the autobiography of stripper Gypsey Rose Lee, with hits such as “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” and “Let Me Entertain You”. It is the story of the ultimate stage mother in an era when vaudeville was dying and burlesque was born. Free Tickets. Sign-up by 10-23.
     
  • Thursday, November 2nd at 6:30 pm - DSO Wizard of Oz - Come see and hear this magical production. Brilliantly restored images and Judy Garland’s original recordings accompanied by the DSO. Sign-up by 10-20-06 (15 Total)
     
  • Sunday, November 5th at 5:00 pm - Somewhere In Time movie and discussion. Join us for appetizers and punch as we watch this touching movie. Following the movie, Lynn Anderson (dressed in one of her Elise replica dresses) will talk about the film and show some pieces from her collection about this movie. Join us for a fun evening! $3/Person. Sign-up by Oct. 27th (15).
     
  • Wednesday, November 8th at 7:00 pm - Come on over to the Clubhouse for some armchair travel as we watch a DVD on the Great Canadian Train Ride (from Toronto to Vancouver). Join veteran traveloger, Doug Jones for a breathtaking journey. Jump aboard the Magnificently Restored “Canadian”. Sign-up by Nov. 1st. (10)
     
  • Friday, November 10th at Noon - Veteran’s Day Celebration. We will begin with lunch (chicken dish made by Karen) and follow that up with the movie 12:00 High. After the movie, resident Bill Dewey will do a commentary and discussion on the film and the “times”. $8. (20) Sign-up by Nov. 1st.
     
  • Friday, November 17th at 6:00 pm - Annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the Clubhouse. Seating will be limited to 120; so sign-up quickly! Join with your neighbors and friends to enjoy a Thanksgiving feast with turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans .. the entire festive spread! Cost is $12/person. Sign-up by Nov. 3rd.
     
  • Saturday, November 18th at 10:00 am - Join the busy elves in decorating the clubhouse for the Christmas holiday. We will be putting up the trees and have a joyful time listening to holiday music. Sign-up to help by Nov. 11th. Lunch will be served following the fun!
     
  • Saturday, November 25th at 12:30 pm - Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker at the Fisher Theatre - $32 (15 Total)
     
  • Sunday, November 26th - Martina McBride at the Palace - $56.00 - CMA’s Female Vocalist of the Year provides a spellbinding stage performance celebrating the Joy of Christmas . Sign-up by 11-05-06. (15 Total)
     
  • Tuesday, November 28th at 6:45 pm - Christmas with Vienna Choir Boys at The Max - $35.00 - The angelic and exquisite voice of the world-renowned Vienna Boys’ Choir return to sing beloved holiday favorites. Sign-up by 11-10-06 (15 Total)
     
  • Sunday, December 3rd from 3 - 5:00 pm - Christmas Open House at the Clubhouse. Come on by to enjoy a holiday drink and some special treats to get in the holiday spirit with your friends and neighbors!
     
  • Wednesday, December 6th at 12:30 pm - White Christmas at The Fox - $34.50 -Based on the 1954 movie but has been extensively rewritten with more Berlin songs. Sign-up by 11-15-06. (15 Total)
     
  • Tuesday, December 12th - Time TBA - Meadowbrook Theatre for Every Christmas Story Ever Told - $25 - Sign-up by 11-30-06.
     
  • Friday, December 22nd for 8:00 Show - “A Clay Aiken Christmas” - See the American Idol success Clay Aiken perform a holiday concert at The Maxx. A concert you won’t want to miss! Tickets $48 (15). Sign-up by 11-01-06.
     
  • Saturday, December 23rd - Time TBA - Jim Brickman on the Piano turns the magic of Christmas into an unforgettable concert experience. - At the Max - $31.50 . Sign-up by 12-15-06 (15 Total)
     
  • Sunday, January 11th - Time TBA - She Loves Me at the Croswell Theatre ($20) with dinner at The
    Hathaway House in Blissfield. Sign-up by 12-15-06. (15 Total)
     
  • Tuesday, January 31st - Time TBA - Meadowbrook Theatre for Same Time Next Year with
    Lunch First - $23 (16 Total)


(From the September, 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 topics from last month:

CLUBHOUSE UPDATES

The first picture-taking session for the Heritage in the Hills resident directory went very well. We have three sessions scheduled for October. Please contact Karen if you have not yet signed up to have your picture taken. She will be happy to put you on the schedule.

Just a reminder to all residents for the upcoming political elections—campaign signs are not permitted in the community. Please do not put political signs on your property.

Clubhouse hours for the Fall/Winter season are as follows:

  • Monday through Friday – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Saturday – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • The office will be closed on Sundays except for scheduled events.

Another reminder – per our bylaws, anyone over the age of 18 who is living in the community is considered a resident and may participate in all activities. Please feel free to join us at clubhouse events.

We hope to see all residents at the annual meeting of the Heritage in the Hills Association on
October 25, 2006. The meeting is once again at St. John Fisher Chapel and will begin at 7:00 pm.
 

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE:

Storm Water Detention Ponds: Work on the detention ponds will begin this fall and will be completed in 2007. The ARC met on September23rd with residents who are affected to explain what will occur to the surrounding areas.
 
Tree Replacement Program:  Replacement of dead trees on resident properties and common areas is well underway. A total of 48 trees will be replaced in the common areas.

Additionally, we will soon begin marking dead ash trees in the wooded areas for removal this
winter.  We are offering residents the opportunity to participate in this program to take advantage of
reduced contractor pricing. If you are interested in participating, please contact Karen as soon as
possible. You will be asked to complete an ARC application and given yellow tape to mark the trees
you would like removed.